56 32 1900 http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/7397930f221c049ebf7b412ca6cf821d.PDF 6238e839b7f26360313aeb4c0f30a48f PDF Text Text iiii  SECURITY  IN  UNITY  '  The Seafarers' Log  Seafarers'  International Union of  North  America  Official Organ of the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes Seamen  VOL.  I  NEW YORK, N. Y.,  MONDAY, SEPT. 18, 1939  BROTHERHQOD  OF THE  SEA  446  NO. 18  SlU  STRIKES  SHIPS  FOR  RONUS  AS  NMU  SUPPLIES  FINK  CREWS!  STRIKERS  AGAINST  P  &  0  STILL  HOLDING  TOUGH  Nazi Submarine Stops  REFUSE  TO SAIL VESSELS  Waterman Line Ship  BOUND FOR WAR ZONES  NMU Agcnits  Jones Accused  As  A  Scabherder:  Makes  Self  Scarce  Mobile,  Ala,,  Sept. <ll~The  Crews of  Robin  Adair, St. John and  American  freighter  Wacosta,  owned  by  the  Waterman  Acadia Quit  Ships to Enforce  Steamship  Co.,  was  stopped  Demands  for'War Pay  FINKS  SEEK  TROUBLE  off  the  coast  qf  Ireland  last  Saturday  by  a  German  sub­ Miami,  Sept.  6—Forty­four  days  of  strike, "and  only  one  marine,  and  was  detained  for  RANK  AND  FILE  PRESSURE  PUT  ON  of  the five ships owned  and  operated  by the P&O  has sailed,  COMMISSARS  BY  NMU  CREWS  Forty­four  days  on  the  picket  line  in  the  hot  tropical  sun.  three hours.  Say  it quick,  and  it doesn't  sound  very  long,—but  just  look  The  captain  of  the  vessel,  New York, Sept. 18.—Following closely on the heels  of  the  back at the  record, and  you  will find  that this .strike  has set  G,  Self,  radioed  the  Water­ recent complete failure of  NMU  officials  to assure  their  mem­ man  office  that  his  ship  had  the record,  on  this coast, for  tying'^  up  one  company's  ships  longer  shows that finks  can't  be depended  been  boarded  by  a  guard  bers  of  war  risk  insurance  and  a  bonus  for  sailing  the  than  any  strike  since  1915.  upon — especially  when  they  can't  from  the  submarine,  who  SS  President  Roosevelt,  and  Manhattan,  and  several  other  sneak  around  a  wall  without  searched  her  for  contraband  ships,  SIU  officials  last  week took  definite  steps to  prevent  a  Company  Desperate  stumbling!  cargo,  and  examined  her  recurrence of  such a thing  on SIU  manned  vessels.  The  cotttJpSny . is  getting'desper­ Scablierder  Jones  ate.  Just  yesterday,­ a  gi^oup  of  papers.  ^  The crew of  the SS St. John of  the Eastern Steamship  Co.,  link^  charge'd'  up  on  company  Just  a  few  minutes  before  this,  The  Wacosta,  with  accom­ reported  to  have  been  chartered  to  the  U.S.  Lines  for  the  beer;­  arid  perhaps  a  few  mugglee  NMU  agent  Frank  "Scab­herder"  modations for about eight pas­ purpose  of  repatriating  American  citizens  in  Europe,  held  a  on  t}ie' side,  wei^  ribbed  by  the  Jones  had  declared  his  innocence,  Glas  sengers, was bound from  meeting  on  September  11,  and  drew  up  a  list  of  conditions  and  had  solemnly  sworn  that  no  coml^ny  to  provoke a  disturbance  • ^and provisions  for  war  risk  insur­ on  company  property  so  that  the  NMU  members  were  aboard  P&O  gow  to  New  York,  with  an  and  bonus.  The  demands  were  cops^ worifd  be  called  in  to  make  ships.  The words  were  hardly out  undetermined  number  of  pas­ presented  to  the  company,  and  wholesale  plnchr>s.  The  finks,  of  his  mouth  when  a  NMU  mem­ sengers aboard.  met  with  a  curt  refusal,  and  a  loaded  with,  "Dutch  • courage,"  ber  named  John  Saunders  came  After  determining  that  the  phoney,  empty  promise  of  retro­ crept  arountfefa  storte  wall  and  bouncing  down  the  str.eet  like  a  Wacosta  carried  no  contra­ active  paj'ment,  if  and  when  any  high­speed  Frankenstein,  waving  blocked  the  sidewalk  in  front  QP'  bonus  or insurance  is later  agreed  a  lone  picket,  but  the  picket  two  big stones,  and  calling for  the  band,  the  submarine's  com­ upon  between  the  Union  and  the  walked  right  on  through  them.  It  police.  Then,  with  a  car  load  of  mander  allowed  her  to  pro­ company.  The  crew  refused  to  go  police,  and  a  motorcycle  escort  to  was  a  pretty  sight—ten finks  gix­ ceed,  the  captain  advised  his  ing  way  before  one  picket!  The  keep  him  from  stumbling,  he  office.  Captain  Self  reported  San  Juan,  P.R.,  Sept.  11.—So  I  for  this,  which  was  the  same  strikers across  the  boulevard, sev­ walked  through  the  picket  line,  that  the  submarine's  com­ read  from  the  "West  Coast  Sail­ promise  handed  the  NMU  by  the  U.S.  Lines,  and  a  special  meeting  eral  hundred  feet  away,  got  a  real  and  aboard  the SS  Florida.  Jones  ors"  of  August  24th,  the.exact  re­ was  called  at  Atlantic  District  mander  had  informed  him  has been  rather scare­ever  since.  laugh out  of  that.  And  then came  petition  of  the  little  "raid"  the  Headquarters  for  the  following  that  he  had  orders  to fire  on  comrats  the pay­off.  "Rat" Bell  Chambers,  Still  on  Strike  tried  last  July 8,  1938,  at  night.  chief  cook of  the SS Florida, start­ Last  Friday  the  Miami  Branch  any,  vessel  that  refused  to  San  Juan  on  the SS  Afoundria  of  ed  to  sneak  back  aboard,  and  in  voted  enthusiastically  and  unani­ halt  for  a  search,  regardless  the Waterman Company,  when  the  The meeting  was attended  most­ ly  by  members  of  the  crew  of  the  his confusion  and  haste, fell  down  mously  to  continue,  and  intensify  of  nationality.  comrats,  headed  by  the  phoney  St.  John,_and  voted  unanimously  Points Out How  Phonies Follow  Party Line  and  sustained  several  bruises,  the  strike.  Immediately, "Brother  (:Co)itii)vc(l  on  Page  3)  cuts,  and  a  black­eye  —  which  It  Baltimore Looks For An  Early Shipping Increase  New  Ships  Under  Construction  and.  Old  Ones Being  Reconditioned  "GALLEY  RADIO"  RUMORS  is  • • v.,.  J3altimc)re,  Md.,  Aug.  30—Tying  up  of  several  of  the  Bull  Line ships,  and  extended  fepairs on  a few  ships  of  other  SIU  lines  is  causiHg  a  somewhat  top­heavy  beach  list  these  days,  with  shippihg  below  average,  idtowever,  the  beginning  of  the  fruit,  trade  next  month  will  start  off  what  is  expected  to  be  a  busy  season,  and  we  look'for  boom  In  the  SIU  business  out  of  ican  seamen—at  least  something  this  port  during  the  Fall  jvnd  has  been  accomplished.  Winter  months.  Cbnditions  Improved  ESSO's  conversion  of  a  goodly  '  Following  closely  the  action  portion  of  their  .foreign fleet  to  taken  on  the West  Kyska  for  con­ American  registry,  with  the  con­ siderable  improvements  In  living  sequent  hiring  of  American  sea­ condition  before  she  went, on  the  men  for  the  jobs  that  rightly  be­ intercoastal  run,  similar  Improve­ longed  to  them  in  the first  place,  ments  were  obtained  aboard  the  Is  bound  to  be  felt  on  the  water­ West  Madaket  of  the  same  line.  front  soon. Like­  practically  every­ The  drive  for  better  food  and  one  else  these  days,  we  are  a  lit­ quarters  on  all  ships  coming  into  tle  fed  up  on'Hitler's  crises;  but  this  port  continues  without  any  if  it  has the effect  of  scaring some  let­up  and  if  the  crews  continue  of  our  patriotic  American  ship­ to back  up  their  delegates  and  pa­ (Continued  on  Page  2)  owners  into  giving  Jobs  to  Amer­ u  • •   r  John  Rogan,  a six  months  experi­ in  favor  of  walking  off  the ship  at  ence  O.S.  NMU  agent,  who  had  5:00  P.M.  Wednesday,  unless  the  been  running  around  with  his  company  put  their  signature  on  good­hearted  boss  Fred  W.  Small  the  dotted  line.  Their  demands  for  a  quarter,  or  a  half  a  buck  a  were  not  met  with,  and  the entire  The following  resolution  was in­ day,  double­crossed  Fred  Small,  crew  was  paid  off  later  in  the  troduced  at  last  Monday  night's  who  did  not  want  to  give  in  to  week.  regular  joint  meeting  at  Atlantic  the  terms  of  the'C.P.  tactics  and  Acadia  Takes  Action  District  Headquarters,  and  was  politics.  This  i­at,  Rogan,  com­ The  SS  Acadia  arrived  fiom  unanimously  concurred  in:  bined  with  comrade  "Blackie"  WHEREAS:  Nominations  for  Myers,  pushed  Fred  Small  out  of  Bermuda  last  Wednesday.  This  Atlantic  District  officers  will  be  the  NMU  agent's  job,  and  tried  to  vessel  is  also  reported  chartered  made at  the  regular  meetings  at  run  Union  men  with  his  six  to  the  U.S.  Lines.  The  crew  im­ Headquarters  and  the  various  months  O.S.  seamanship  experi­ mediately contacted  Headquarters,  Branches  on  September  18  and  ence,  under  the  instructions  of  and  were  told  of  the  action  taken  by  the  crew  of  the  St.  John,  and  September  25,  and  the  C.P.  .signified  their  intention  of  holding  WHEREAS:  There  has  not  Phoney. Move  fast  for  the same  demands.  Later  yet been  specified a  list of  those  On  the  good  day  of  July  8, 1938,  in  the  week,  the  crew,  with  the  offices  which  will  be  open  for  this  nut,  combined  with  the  exception  of  a  few  stand­by  men,  nomination,  and  '  WliEREAS:  Such  a  list  phoney  UTM  dumbells  planted  a  was  paid  off  this  ship,  and  the  should  be  compiled,  so  that  all  "picket line" on  the SS Afoundria",  St.  John  and  Acadia  are  at  pres­ members  will  know  the  offices  which  was carrying  an  AFL crew,  ent  tied  up  at  the  U.S.  Lines  which  will  be  held  open  for  union  hired  men  with  a  closed  docks.  shop  contract  with the shipowners.  nominations,  therefore  be  it  Kobin  Adair  Crew  Quits  RESOLVED:  That the  follow­ Rogan,  with  two  other  NMU  The crew  of  the SS  Robin  Adair  Ing  offices  be  declared  open  swindlers,­  demanded  from  the  of  the  Seas  Shipping  Co.  (Robin  •   for  nominations  in  the  Atlantic  Waterman  Line  to  replace  the  Line)  were  supposed  to  sign  on  Afoundria's  crew  ­with  NMU.  Can  for  South  African  ports  last  Wed­ District;  you  imagine?  Is  it  not.  nerve?  ATL.  DIST.  HDQTRS.;  nesday  afternoon,  but  when  the  Well, the boys  on the  Afoundria  company  retused  to  agree  to  the  (N.V.  Branch)  called  me  up through  their  agents  payment of  a stipulated  bonus, the  1  Secretary­Treasurer  1  Ass't.  Secretary­Treasurer  early  in  the  morning,  and  asked  crew  gave  notice,  and  quit  the  me to speak  for  them. Did  so;  and  ship.  This ship  was  later supplied  1  Deck  Patrolman  1  Engine  Patrolman  the  commies  who  were  working  with finks,  of  which  move  the  1  Stewards  Patrolman  two  years  ago,  ahead  of fiie,  in  NMU  disclaimed  all  knowledge.  3  Joint  Patrolmen  Porto  Rico  had  a  big  laugh  for  However,  NMU  representatives  BOSTON  BRANCH;  an  answer  to  my  request  to leave  were  seen  taking  men  aboard  this  1  Joint  Agent  alone  our  AFL  men  on  the  ship,  ship,  which  later  pulled  out  and  (Continued  on  Page  3)  ~  (Continued  on Page  3)  (Continued  on  Page 2)  ATTENTION  • '• v." ­ ­J''  ­ :li  • m  J  �_  ;..,'  .  .  •  •  ^'.:"­i^}^i.  THE  SEAFAR^  :S:^'­L'0, G  Motiday, Sept. 18, 1939"  back­log  of  twenty three  ships  to  be built  within  the next two  years.  "Galley  Wireless" Ttuniora  (Continued  from PagC  1)  . (Continued  from  Page  1)  Bull  Line  appears  to  be  ready­ anchored  In  the "stream  with  only  trolmen,  as  the  big  majority  of  them  have  been  doing  lately,  a  ing  their  ships  for  active  service  a  partial  crew  aboard.  considerable  all  around  improve  again, but  these  pick­ups  are more  Ilauk  and  File  Pressiire  Affiliated  with  the  American  Federation of  Labor  ment is  going to  be effected  before  offset  ­py  unsettled  conditions  on  Rank  and  file  pressume  was put  the Calmar  and  other  intercoastal  much  longer.  HARRY  LUNDEBERG,  Acting  President .  fleets.  Calmar  is  showing  a  ten  on  the  NMU  commissars  when  Noted  in  a  recent  magazine  ar­ 110  Market  Street,  Room  402,  San  Frkncisco,  Calif.  dency  to  stall  and  delay  their  the crews of  the American Trader,  ticle,  which  glowingly  describes  ships  gn  this  coast,  with  the  "gal­ American Traveler,  Iroquois, Scan­ the Maritime Commission  training  ley  wireless"  reporting  that  the  States,  Excambion,  Black Gull  and  Atlantic  District  program,  and  how  it  will  benefit  company  plans  to  put  some  of  the  Collamer,  refused  to  sail  the  HEADQUARTERS  everybody ifrom  Hell  to Texas; , is  them  on  tlie  trans­Atlantic  run,  ships  without  >yar  risk  insurance  New  York  (Phone:  BOwling Green  9­3437)  ,...2 Stone Street  a  statement  that  the  Coast  Guard  and  other  reports  having  It  that  and  bonus  provisions.  Curran  BRAN6HEB  hopes  to  bring  the  Merchant  Ma­ they  are  holding  iheir  ships  on  then  did  a  complete  about  face,  Boston  .....330  Atlantic  Avenue  Providence  1... 465  So.  Main  StreeJ  rine  back  to­the status  when  men  this  coast  as  long  as  possible,  in  and  piously  declared  that  the  Philadelphia  6  Nortli  6th..Street  who  went  down  to  the  sea  in  case  of  trouble  with  agreements  NMU  would  not  grder  their  members  to  sail  these  ships,  and  Baltimore  .;. .  .­.  14  North  Gay  Street  ships  "had  salt  in  their  blood  on  the  West  Coast.  Norfolk  60  Commercial  Place  stated  that  the  ship  owners  have  Our  thought  on  the matter  is  that  Speaking  of  the  "galley ,   wire­ San  Juan,  Puerto  Rico  8  Covadonga  Street  if  the  Admirals­paid  more  atten  less," it seems to  be  working over­ stalled  long  enough.  Gulf District  tion  to  putting  decent  wages  in  time  these  (lays,  with  everything  It  is  high  time  that  the  NMU  the  pockets,  and  good  food  in  the  from  five  hundred  dollar  bonuses,  commissars  took  a  definite  stand  HEADQUARTERS  stomachs  of  seamen,  the  "salt  in  to  the  Navy  taking  over  the  Mer­ on  this  matter,  which  directly  af­ New  Orleans  309  Chartres  Street  the  blood"  angle  would  take  caro  chant  Marine  being  reported  hour­ fects  the  welfare  of  every  Ameri­ BRANCHES  ly.  Members  should  take  it  easy  can  seaman.  There  Is  no  ques­ of  itself;  Savannah  . .a... .218  Bast  Bay  Street  on  these  wild  rumors, and  remem­ tion  of  patriotism  involved,—not  Jacksonvlllo  136  Bay  Street  Move­to.  New  Hall  Miami  809  N.  E. First  Avenue  ber  that the  officials are  following  —at  least,  on  the  part  of  the sea­ Due  to  being  in  the  throes  of  events  closely,  and  the  interests  men.  They  are  entitled  to  a  just  Tampa  ....206 Franklin  Street  Mobile  55 Sp.  Conception Street  moving from our  old  hall  to a  new  of  the  membership  are  being  well  recompetise  for  sailing  these  Houston  1712  •  75th  Street  .ships  into  hazardous  waters,  and  location, this  article  is necessarily  protected.  must  be  provided  with  some  sort  brief  this  trip.  By  the  time  this  Great  Lakes District  Bonus  Question  of  insurance  which  will  take  care  appears ih  print,  however,  we will  HEADQUARTERS  On  the  question  of  bonuses,—  Detroit  1038  Third  Street  he  located  in  the  new  Hall  at 14  don't  let  anyone  kid  themselves  of  their families  in  the event  they  NORTH. GAY  STREET,  whjch  is  that  the  big­hearted  steamship  are  torpedoed,  or  lost  at  sea  ADDRESS  ALL CORRESPONDENCE  CONCERNING  THIS  approximately  three  blocks  from  companies  are  going  to  hand  thia  through  the  hazards  of  war.  '  PUBLICATION  TO;  the  Pratt  Street  waterfront,  and  out  freely  to  their  brave  crews.  Time to Enforce  Demaiid.s  "THE  SEAFARERS'  LOG"  half  a  block  North  from  the Spar  They'll  push  up  the  frenght  rates,  This  thing  is  not  any  question  .  rows  Point  car  line,  at  Baltimore  and  triple  the passenger  rates, but  of  Union  affiliations,  but  a  ques­ P. O.  Box  522,  Church  St.  Annex,  New  York,  N.  Y.  and  Gay  Streets.  Members  will  when  it  comes  to  passing  out  a  tion  of  all  American  seamem be­ find  the  maih  hall  and  dispatch  few  dollars  to  the  men  who  have  ing  adequately  protected.  LET'S  er's  office  on  the  second  floor. of  to  do  the  dirty  work  and  take  all  ALL  STICK  TOGETHER  ON  the  new  building,  and  tlie  SUP  the  chances,  it  will  be  the  same  THE  WAR  BONUS  QUESTION,  Hall  on  the  third floor.  The  tele  old  sad  story,, and  anything  that  AND  GET  SOME  ACTION!  OUR  phone  number  remains  as  hereto­ we  get  will  have  to  be  obtained  DEMANDS  CAN  BE  ENFORCED  fore—Galvert  4539.  in the  same old,  hard  hitting, mili­ IF  WE  FIGHT  THE  SHIPOWN­ tant  Union  way. .  If  and  when  ERS  TOGETHER,  AND  FLATLY  Ships  Being  Recoiiiditioned  bonuses  are  handed  out,  let  them  REFUSE  TO  SAIL  SHIPS  TO  Baltimore,' Md.,  Sept.  ll—Ship­ be  Union  bonuses, based  on  Union  ANY  WAR  ZONES  UNLESS  ping  hits  maintained  its  average  GUARANTEED,  IN  WRITING,  A  With the  election of  ofticers less  than two  months away, it  figure  during  the  past  two  weekp,  wages,  and  not  just  a  handout  CERTAIN  STIPULATED  BONUS  from  some  big  hearted  shipowner,  is time that  the membership  look  about for  likely material  to  with  the  stigbl  difference  of  opin­ to  "keep  the  crews' mouth  shut".  AND  WAR  RISK  INSURANCE.  over  in  Europe  having  no  If  we  appear to be  a little  worked  WE  CAN  NOT  AFFORD  TO  AL­ act  as  the  men  they  wish  to  lead  them  for  the  forthcoming  ion  great  effect  on  the  man  on  the  up  about  the  matter,  blame  it  on.  4.0W  THIS  THING  TO  DRAG  yeai^.  This  matter  should  be  given  serious  attention  by  all  beach,  at  present.  ESSO  con  the  bright  boy  whom  we  just  ON INDEFINITELY, AND THERE  tinues  to  hire  men  via  the  agency  heard  remark  that  it  would  be  IS  NO  TIME  LIKE  THE  PRES­ concerned.  •  of  "Standard  Pete"  for  the  same  very  "decent" of  the companies  il  ENT  TO  ENFORCE  OUR  JUST  The election  of  officers  must  not  be  allowed  to degenerate  28  tankers  under  the  Panamanian  they  paid  a  bonus.  Decent  be  DEMANDSj  into a  mere popularity  contest, as such a  thing only  too often  flag.  ,  Incidentally,.  the  foreign  damned;—they  don't  know,  the  Some finks,  Ixave  already  been  crews  of  these  ships  are  leading  shipped  pn  the  St.  John,  and., we  has dire  results.  The idea is to pick the  men whom you think  the  life  of  Riley  in  an  uptown  meaning  of  the  word!  have  it  from  a  reliable  source  Departure  arb best fitted" for  the  jobs,  and  whom  you  have  good  reason­ hotel, with  room  and  board, thirty  that  they  were  jshipped  from  the  dollars  a  month  wages,  and  an  We  regret  to  report  the passing  NMU  hall.  At  the  time  of  going  to believe will have  the interests  of  the membership at  heart,  extra  fifty  cents  a  day  spending  of  Brother  Robert  Hawley  at  the  to  press,  no  crew  has  yet  been  rather  than  their  own  self­aggrandizement.  Don't  put  your  money  for  the  duration  of  the  Marine  Hospital.  Brother  Hawley  shipped  to  the  SS  Acadia,  and  we  war.  ESSO  is  also  iining  up  died  of  tuberculosis,  which  used  are  unable  to  determine  wheth^  affairs  in  the  liands  of  incompetents,  lioi­  those  who  are  crews  for  their tie'd  up fleet  down  to  be  called  the  white  man's  or  not  the  Robin  Adair  has sailed.  ,  strictly  on  the  lookout  for  pie!  at  Solomons  Island;,  graveyard,  plague, and  had its  breeding place  Coniinissiun  to  3Ieet  the  slums  of  the  cities.  Sinfce  and  we  e^cpect. to­see  a  regular  Emergency  Board  Chairman  re­ UNION'S FUTURE  '  the average  seaman's quarters are  procession of  old  hulks , coming  up  This  is  really  a  serious  business,  and  will  directly  affect  the  Patapsco,  for  a  revival  at.  the  about on  a level  with  the  average  turned  from  'Washington  last  Sat­ urday,  and  reported  that  although  the entire  future of  the Union.  If  you  elect^men who  are  not  shipyards.  Every  shipyard  In  this  damp,  stinking,  poorly  ventilated  no  agreement  has  been,  reached,  area  is  jammed  with.ships .being,  slum,  it  is  no  wonder  that  tuber­ both  mentally  and  physicaUy  equipped  to .handle  the  job  as  reconditioned,, and  the  lo.cal  Beth­ culosis  is  fast  becoming  a  sea­ with  the  shipowners  or  the  MarK  it should  he  handled,  or  if  you  vote .lor  men­ merely  because,  lehem  yard,  with  a  new.orcje);  for  man's  disease,  and  wiping  out  time  Commission  on  the  wai­ they  happen  to  he  personal friends of  yours, and  know  prac­ Ave  Gommlssion  ships,  now  has  a  fine  men of  Brotner Hawiey's type.  bonus  question,  it  was  indicated  that  all  were  amenable  to  some"  tically nothing  of  the seamens' lafhor movement, then  you  will  sort  of  added  compensation  for  end  up  by  having a  lot  of  grief  on your  hands.  against  any  such  thing  aa  has  happened  in; the  NMU,—the  sailing vessels Into  war  zones,  but  Don't  forget  that,  after  this coming  election,  we  will  he  control  by  commissars 1  To  allow  anything  of  that  sort  to  that rione  of  the shipowners  want  to  stick  their .chins out  by  setting  practically­ on  our  own,  and  the" eyes  of  all  other  maritime  happen  would he  tantamount  to  the  death  of  the  organi^­ a figure.  They  have  passed  the  '  unions  will  he  upon  us.  We  can  not  afford  to  have  men  at  tion,—so it  must not happen'  buck  to  the  Commission,  and.  there  is  to  be  another  meeting  the  head'of  this organization  who  are  not  honest,  militant  SELECT RIGHT  MEN  this  week,  when  it  is  hoped  that  fighters!  Labor  fakers are  absolutely out I  There is no  plaee.  Look  about  you,  and .carefully  select  the  men .whom  you  the  question  will  be  settled.  "'  in  this  organization  for  shipowners' stooges!  The  Commercial  Telegraphers  believe are qualified to lead  yottrand  then make it  your  busi­ Union,  in  convention  In  Chicago,  GOOD MEN  ON  SHIPS  ness  to  see  that  they  are  nominated  for  some  office.­  Assure  has  wired  their ­  unanimous  sup­ Now:—jixst  who  are  these  men  who  are  qualified  to lead  port  to  the  Seafarers'  as  follows:  lis?  Surely  there  must  be  a  wealth  of  good  material  aboard  p^Ourselves  of  complete  rank and file  control  of  the  organiza­ "COMMERCIAL  TBLEGRA­  ;  the ships.  We  know that  there afe men  sailing the  Ships who  itioh.  Do  not  be  misled'by  any  electioneering  propaganda,  PHERS  UNION  IN  CONVBNT,  ;  are  honest  and  militant.  Men  who  are  not  looking.for"mere  and  remember  that  your  vote  is  jnjst  as  important  as  that  TION  TODAY  UNANIMOUSLY  pfc',  but  who  are,  all  the  way  through,  bona fide, unign  men!  of  anyone  else. "Tt  is,  in  fact,  your  duty­to  vote,  and, thus  SUPPORTS  WAR  ZONE  VOY­  '  AGE  PAY  AND  INSURANCE  Men  who are  willing to  pitch in, and  go to  town for  the mem­ cssiirp.  yourselfa voice  in  the  affairs  of  your Union!  DEMANDS  OF  SIU  AND  MA­ bership !  •  Picture  to  yourselves  what  mighL happen  if  you  were  to  RINE  DIVISION  CTU."  BAhTOIQRE  Piibliahed  by  the  WAR BONUS  '  Seafarers'  International  Union  of  North  America  . 'J IS;­'  •   '  i ^  :  "• 'C   '!''  '­.  li  /vaii  1^#  Wi:  y.'­­­x  ?'5:  m:.  ;"C  f^­^''  il  • • rl:  m  m€  \SBr  ..  ­­z'  II  ELECTIONS  SOOR  AT  HAND  irit  I.  V  SHOULD  NOT  BE  ALLOWED  TO  TURN  INTO  POPULARITY  CONTEST  DEMAND  A  BONUS!  —  DE­ NO POPULARITY  GONTEST  allgw  the affairs of  the  Union  to  get  into the  hands, of  a  few  MAND  WAR  RISK  INSURANCEI,  There  are  alsq  many  of  your'^^present  officers  who  are  phoney  pie­cards.  You  would  soon  lose  the  respect  of  all  AND  ABOVE  ALL  —  DON'­T,  qi^hlifiM ­to­ carry  on  with  the  good  work'they  haVe  been  do­ • «FlNK  ON  YOUR  BROtHER  ing,' and" they  are,  of  course  at  present,  better  known  to  the,  other" unions,  and  wduld,probably find  yqurselves being  sold  SEAMENI  .  general membership  than are  many  of  the  inen  on  the ships.  out  right hnd  left,  as was the  case  with the  old ISU.  The  Seafarers V  International  Upiou  has a  great  future  in  However,—as we  said  before, this  election is­not.by  any man­ ner  of  means  meant  to  be  a  popularity  contest,  and 'it'is up  store  for  it,  but  all this can he obviated  through the actions  to the membership  on  the ships  to  nominate  men  whom  they  of  a few  phoney,  selfish  individual^.  Guard  against  snch  an  kno­vv to be dependable  and  trustworthy.  Don't vote for  any  emergency by  making  it  your  business JK)  se^  tl^t jtie right  Ships'  Delegates:  Demand  nominee  just  because  you  happen  to  know  him!  Take  al.so  that  all  replacements  produce  into  consideration  ids  past  record,  his  mental  and  physical  men are  elected to bflice.  NO  PIE  CARDS  WANTED !  a  properly  filled  out  assign­ REMEMBER,—THIS  ELECTION  OF  CFFICERSJS DE­ ment  card from  the  Dispatcher  equipment, and  his reputation for veracity  and honesty.  at  the  Union hall.  Above  aU things/  must  take  all precautions to guard  FINITELY  NOT A  POPULARITY  CONTEST!  .  Notice:  .  ^  •  '  'l''  '  Kit  �Monday, Sept. 18, 1939  'wK.  THE. SEAFARERS'  LOG  3  a  guide  and  maater­voice,  came  back  Avith  two  big  NMU  goons  to  start organizing seamen  and  long­ ''  "*  y  shoremen  in  Porto  Rico  again.  Will  see  you  brothers  some  day  RESOLUTIXiN  when  you  call  at  Porto  Rico.  WIIJBBEAS:  The  Caimar  Line  is  one  of  the  very  few  E.  G.  Moreno,  No.  2891,  steamship  companies  operating  freighters  • without an  agree­ Phoney's  Head­hunter  ment,  and  More Concerned With Building  !'  WHEREAS:  The  ships  of  this  company  are  the  worst  WANT ORGANIZERS  Up Naval  Auxiliary FleiBt  feeders,  and  have  the  worst  working  conditrons­ of  any  ships  TO STAY AND HELP  running  iutercoastal,  and  ,  INVESTIGATION  NEEDED  WHEREAS: We,  the crew  of  the SS  Vermar, of  this Cai­ SS  David  H. At water.  mar  Line deem  the shipping of  crews on this  company^ ships  Dear  Brothers:  In  the  various  pre.ss  releases  which  the  Maritime  Cora­ through  the  Union  Halls,  without  at  the  same  time  doing  Since  the  SIU  started  it  has  mission  sends  out  from  time  to  time,  xve  note  that  the  M.  0,  something  for  bettering  conditions  on  these  ships,  will  ulti­ gained  more  for  seamen  than  any  other  union  ever  gained  on  tlie  Adnxirals  dwell  on .the fact  that  American  Merchant  M­arine  mately  work  to  the detriment  of  the  Union,  _  THEREFORE  BE  IT  RESOLVED:  That  we  request  the  East  Coast.  It  must  be  remem­ carries less  than 305^  of  our  foreign  commerce,  and that due  Atlantic,  Gulf  and  Great  Lakes  Districts  Secretary  to  bring  bered  that  the  gains  that  have  to  the  lower  operating  costs  of  foreign  ships,  other  nations  been  made,  have  been  made  with  the matter  of  striking  the Cafmar  Line ships before  the mem­ hard  Work,  and  cannot  stop.  Vie  are  able  to  succes.sfuliy  eompetd  with  the  American  ship­ owner.  bership  as soon as  possible,  for  the followiiig  demands:  have  to  take  our  Union  business  AUXILIARY  FLEET  (1)  Tlie  Immediate  recognition  of  the SlU  as  the  sole  the same  as  your  shipowner  does.  A  very  close  study  of  the  policies  of  the  M.  C.  reveals  One  of  the  main  things  we  are  bargaining  agency.  several very  interesting things.  They are  building  new ships,  after  is  unity  with  the  "West  (2)  Full enforcement  of  the West  Coast  agt^eements.  Coast  Unions.  Also,  with  the  ma­ very fine  ones  indeed,  but  the  mo.st  important  features  (3)^  The  bringing  of  the  quality  of  food  and  menu  up  jority oif  the members  of  the  NMU  stre.ssed  are  the  vessels  rapid  adaptability  for  Naval  Reserve  '  to  the  West  Coast  standard.  —but riot  the officials  of  the  NMlT.  u.ses.  While  they  are  and  xvill  be  placed  at  the  disposal of  AND  BE  IT  FURTHER RESOLVED:  That  each  member  It  is  understood  that  we  are  to  of  this  crew  donate  one  dollar  ($1.00)  in  Boston,  the­said  lose  some  of  the  maritime  indus­ private operators  in peace  time, yet  in  the event  of  xvar, these'  sum  to  be  forwarded  to  the  main  office  in  New  Vork  to  be  try's most  militant leaders;  name­ ships  automatically  will  be  transfen­ed  to  the  Navy  as  ail  used  as  expenses  for  making  copieA of  this  resolution  and  ly:  Harry  Lundeberg,  "Duke"  auxiliary fleet.  On the  siu'face,  the ordinary  man in the street"  Dushhrie,  Frank  Berry, and  "Red"  having  it  mailed  to  all  ships'  delegates  of  all  Caimar  Line  Dean,  the  brothens  up  and  down  would say  it  is a fine  thing, but  to  persons  who  have observed  ships,  and  to  all  STTJ  and SUP Branches.  The  surplus  of  this  the  coast  who  have  proven  them­ the activities of  the M.  C.,  it  appears in  a  different  light.  SEND  ADMmALS  TO  SEA  sum  to  be  turned  over  to  the  "LOG'^*.  as  a  donation.  We  selves  honest  and  capable,  and  a  The  Maritime  Commission  is  jiot  as  primarily  interested  recommend  this  to  be  published  in  the  ."LOG"  and  the  credit  to  any  organization.  We,  the  undersigned,  go  on  record  to  in  the  development  of  the  American  Merchant  Marine  as it  "WEST  COAST  SAILORS",  request that  these West Coast men  Hiis resolution  passed  by the  menxbership  of  the  SS  Ver­ who  have  worked  so  hard  to  help  is  to  provide  a  suitable  Naval  auxiliary fleet.  That  a  Naval  Reserve is  a neces.sitj'^  is  not  questioned,  but we  must not  lose  mar  meeting  on  September  3, 1939.  make our  Union  a militant  organ­ (Signed)  Joseph  L.  Hart,  Chairman  ization  stay  with  us  and  help  us  sight  of  the  fact  that  if  this  country  is  to  progress,  more  to  get  what  we  are  out  to  get.  emphasis  must  be  placed  on  the.ship  eon.struction  program  Joseph  Higgins,  Rec.  Sec'y  That  is—^higher  wages,  better  con­ froni  the  Merchant  Marine  point  of  view,  instead  of  that  of  Chasr Twitchell,  Deck Delegate  and  intercoastal  unity.  It  the  Navy.  It  i.s  therefore .suggested  that  the  Admirals of  the  Heniy  J. Childs,  Eng. Room  Delegate  ditions,  must  be  remembered  that  when  M.C. take a short  cruise on  a fi'eighter  to acquaint themselves  this  unity  is  gotten,  we  xvill  be  able  to  call  ourselves  true  Ameri­ with all angles  of  the industry's problems from  both  the labor  P&O  STRIKE  SAN JUAN  ,  can  Seamen,  and  not  as  it  is  at  and  owners'  side.  FOREIGN  FLAG SHIPS  present:—Are  you  an  East  Coast  (Continued Jium  Paf/e  1)  (Continued,  from  Paye 1)  While  on  the  question  of  benefiting  the  Merchant  Marine  Rat", who  is always  aroXind  where  and^respect  jurisdictions as we  do.  man?  Are you  a West  Coast  man,  a  Gulf  man,  or  a  Great  Lakes  Industry as  a  whole, we believe  that  the M.  C. should  investi­ "there"  is  a  strike,  started  the  NMU  Had  Fun  man?  rumor  that  the  boys  in  Tampa  gate  reports that  a  ­well  known fruit  company  plans to  trans­ were disgusted, and­were going  to  The  so­called  State  Federation  We, the undersigned  are out  for  fer all its American flag  vessels to  foreign registry.  Just ho­w  call  the  strike  oft  and  sail  the  of  Labor  in  Porto  Rico  did  not  one  big  maritime  union,  with  no  SS Cuba.  Last flight,  Tampa  held  give a  damn, and, .worse  yet,  they  Nazis,  Fascists .  or.  Communists  true these  rumoi'S are  is not  kiioxvn,  but, it is said  that  where'  there is smoke fire  ­is  present.  an  overflow  meeting  to  concur  did  not  know  what  was the  whole  dictating  to  us!  (Signed)  Diclc  Stewart,  No.  with  the  Miami  decision,  and  BtoiT nor  the intention  of the com­ This^particular  company  has  obtained  millions  of  dollars  "carry  on  to  victory".  So  much  mies.  They  were  only  to  please  5111;  Geo.  Brown,  No.  539;  E.  H.  from  the American  public for its ventures,  thereby making it  for  the  rumor  mongers  and  rats!  some  60­called  Socialist  Party  Fain;  No.  1702:­ J.  Morrison,­No,  Representatives  of  the  Central  members, and  afraid  to  hurt their  1802;  H.  Grooms,  No.  2769;  Ted  a  corporation  in  which  the  people  of  this country  are vitally  Trades Council of  Miami, together  feelings  by  imposing , order  and  Wilson,  No.  5064;  J.  S. " Sawyer,  interested.  Further, the  taxpayers of  the  United  States have  with  Brothers  Dean, and  Gunni­ discipline  to  the  phoney  UTM,  so  No.  5431  T.  T.  Davis,  No.  4884;  a  definite  responsibility insofar  as this firm  is concerned, due  son,  and  a  representative  of  tlie  ,the  NMU' had  the  fun'  for  two  C.  Medford,  No.  4797;  J: Ford,  No,  to having  had to  foot the hill­for  most  of  the costs  pertaining  strike  committee  will  confer  with  days, while  we assembled  the real  5441 (  H.  Hudson,  No.  ?  ;­E.  S,­ to  the  construction  and  reconditioning  of  its  vessels.  ^  P&O  vice­president  • a  nd  general  APL  longshoremen  who  were  in  Day,  No.  ?  ;  R.  Bellevance,  No.  SHOULD BE  STOPPED  T  counsel,  Scott  Loftln,  In  Jackson­ sympathy  and  100  percent  in  fa­ 5237;  Ei  Mansfield,  No.  3315;  H.  If  the reports  are correct  about  this outfit  transferring its  ville tomorrow,  with the  object, of  vor  of  backing  the  Afdundria's  P.  Stafkey,  No.  2385;  M.  Nutini,  reopening  negotiations.  '  No.  2614;  Nils  Nelson,  No.  5720;  ships to foreign  registry, then  the M.C.  should  institute an in­'  crew.  C.  Duke,  No. 5617;  and  J. Ginnell,  ve.stigatxoil to determine  why  this firm  xvishes  to do  this.  "Wei  Miami  Correspondent  CIO Flops  No.  89.  as  seamen,  are  definitely  against  such  a  transfer  because  it  '  July  llth,  the  ILA­AFL  Long­ Miami, Fla., Sept. 12—The  strike  would  ci'eate  additional  unemployment  in  our field,  as  well'  against  the  P&O  is still  on.  Some  shoremen  showed  Rogan  how  to  ATTENTION  as tend  to depreciate our  endeavors to  improve  conditions for'  I ill.  of  the  boys  have  lost  their  cars,  cive  insanity,  and' since  then,  (Continued  from  Page  1)  NMU ­ UTM r CP  with  all  their  all  seafai'ing  classes.  And  from  the  public'e  standpoint,  the  and  .quite  a  few  things  they  had  bought  on  the  installment  plan.  phoney  rat,s  in  it, started  to flop,  merchants  of  this country  stand  to  lose  approximately  $350,­ 1  Deck  Patrolman  These  fellows  are  putting  up  a  and  I  can  safely  say  they  have  000 yearly.  This,  and  the  fact  that  American  seirmen  will  be  1  Engine  Patrofmari  tough fight  against  apparently  in­ flopped  in  Porto  Rico,  The  two  deprived  of  an  annxxal  iheonie  of  abont  .$600,000  should  be of  2  Stewards  Patrolmeri  surmountable­odds.  For,  when  a  phonies  who  assisted  Mr.  Rogan,  some  concei­n  to  the  M.  C.,  who  profess  to  have  the  interest  PROVIDENCE  BRAbfCH:,  shipowner  and  another  organiza­ stowed  away  with  $200  stew­pot  1  Joint  Agent  of  the seamen  and  the indn.stry  at  heart.  tion  get  together  to give  bona fide  money  collected  from  ships,  in­ Union mfen  a licking,  it makes the  tended  to  be  used  to  feed  the  PHILADELPHIA  BRANCH:  We  believe  that  any shipping  company  who  transfers,  or  1  Joint  Agent  '  phoney  "picket  line"  they  had  going tougher.  threatens to  transfer their .ships  to  a foreign flag,  ax­e  not  de­ 1  Joint  Patrolman  It  is  rumored  around  that  the  planted' around the SS  Afoundria.  serving  of  the  trust  aixd  confidence  of  the  American  public  U.S. Lines stiffs  who could  not get  Rogan  was  fduhd  misusing  fUnds  BALTIMORE  BRANCH:  1  Joint  Agent  "  who  have  invested  huge sums  dix*eetly,  or  otherwise,  iix  their'  a  war  bonus  because  the  phonies  of  the  NMU, and  to ^iet it  down  "   1  Deck  Patrolman  enterprises.  Any  company xvho  in so  doing loxvers  the Ameri­­ sold  them  down  the river  with  the  he  was  removed  from  Porto  Rico  1  Engine  Patrolman  ­ O.K. of  the  Maritime Commission,  before the nienlbers  threw him out"  can  standard  of  living  shoxxld  he  placed  bn  the  unfair  list  of"  '  1  Stewards  Patrolman  are  coming  down  to  Florida  to  of  their , phoney  outfit.  all  organized  laboh  scab  on  the  SlU. ­  These  phdnies  These  rotten  comrats  tried  to  NORFOLK  BRANCH:  A. 0. Wingate, SIU No. 90  1  Joint  Agent  finked  on  ,  the  NMU  when  the  stop  the  liiA  from  working  the  1  Joint  Patrolman  NMU  was the  ISU Rank  and  pile.  SS  Coloradan  last  January  ioSG,  They  did  not  have  ths  guts  to  and  again flopped,  and  just  com­ SAN  JUAN  BRANCH:  1  Joint  Agent  stick  to  one, organization,  but  are  plicated and  hampered  the ­welfare  and  be  it  further  plain  book  fioppers!  RESOLVED: ­That  any  offices  The  membership  here  went  on  Oif  some  unconcerned  bona flde  P.  A.  Harrelson  $1.00  not  Included  in  this  ballot  shall  record  thanking  all  ships  crews  woi kmen on  the SS  Coloradan.  E. Ormaly  ;.  be.  open  to  a­  vote  of  the  mem­ and  friends  who  are  donating, to  Rogan  Returns  this  strike.  Without  their  help,  Rogan  came  back  as general  or­ bers  of  the  Branches  involved,  L. B.  Lay ton  75  we  could  not  have  lasted.  0.^ Anderson  .50  ganizer  for  the  CIO,  and  tried  to  and  be >lt  further  Roland  Dean was  here for a few  highjack  the  SIU  ci'ew  of  the  SS  RESOLVED:  That  any  men  H. Lohbefer  .50  days/.and  left  again.  While  he  Dellsle on  their first  trip to  Porto  so  elected  shall  not  be  consid­ D. Grabill ;:  J.....;  ;  1.00  was  here  he  saw  the  militancy of  Rico  last  March  8th,  and  again  ered  as  elected,  nor  put  on  the  S.  Tingle  ..  .25  the  SIU  demonstrated  on  the  flopped.  His commy pal,  Hoffman,  payroll  until  concurred  in  by  a  picket line.  '  Headquarters meeting, and  be  it  R­.  Nevitt"  .........................i.»  .25  had  to  hide  himself,  and  had  to  )  Quite a few fellows have cleared  be  provided  with  an  jxpen  ship­ finally  G.  H.  Reier  .  LOO  i for  other  ports,  in  order  to  be  ping  date  to  get  away  from  the  RESOLVED:  That  all  nominees  B. "W  r ight ...I..........tju*  * • •   •   •     .50  'able to pay  up  bills, and  take care  for  such  positions  shall­  hrive  V.  Lucas  .60  I of  family  obligations.  The  rest of  Island, and Rogan hit  the can/and  the same  qualifications as speci­ the  gang  are  holding  tou^h!,  .  „  ,qiilL­±he . Island  later.  '  Two  weelai  ago  this  Rogan,  as  ffcil  by  the  Constitution,  John  GUrtnisdfi/ Alsnt  $S  VERMAR  WANTS  ACTiON  COMMISSION  IGNORES  OF  MERCHANT  VESSELS  ­  •  ' "*  ^  HONOR  ROLL  "  '  J.  •  .  'I  ­V'­'U  • Mt'­ n  I  . ill  ­  AS.  �..^;o  Monday, Sept. 18,  1939  THE  S E  A  F A R  E  R S '  L O  G  4  NEWS  and  VIEWS  from  the  LAKES  BUFFALO  MILWAUKEE  10  Exchange  Street  730 S.  Second  Street.­:  DETROIT  1038  Third  Street  CLEVELAND  Guif Men Protest  Lakes Conditions  Better Conditions  Reported fln Lakes  1426  Third  Street  CHICAGO  810y2  N.  Clark  Street  "g­ VOTING  ON  OFFICIALS  IN  FULL  SWING  ON  UkES  P&ODQNATiONS  P&O  DONATIONS  SS  CITY'OF ATLANTA  $3.50  SS  SUWIED  .  12.50  SS  DESOTO:  '  War  Si+uation  Affects  Old Time  Offlciais  Steward's  Dept  8.00  Great Lakes  Traffic  Held  Negligent  f  Bob­Lo Line Pulls in  Horns When  Deck  Dept  4.75  Engine  Dept.  3.25  '  Union Files Action With Board  New Orleans,  La.,'  BEEF ON OAKWOOD  Chas.  Waid  5.00  August  24,  1939.  P.  J.  Coffey  .27  Dear  Brothers;  Detroit,  Sept.  11.—For  the  sec­ SS  MANUBLA:  GEORGIAN  BAY  LINED  UP  Recently  we have  been  receiving  ond  successive  week  there  has  Deck  Dept  10.00  letters  from  Gulf  District  mem­ been  no  meeting  held  at  Head­ Steward's  Dept.  ...,.  6.00  Detroit, Mich.,  Aug. 30—Balloting  is  in  full swing  for  the  bers  of  the  .Seafarers'  Interna­ 8.00  election  of  officers  of  the  Great  Lakes  District.  Fifteen  hun­ tional  Union, who  went  North  this  quarters,  due  to  lack  of  quorum.  Engine  Dept  All  the  auto  boats  are  out  and  SS ftOBIN  ADAIR  ....  23.00  Lf  dred  ballots,  polling  lists,  and  sets  of  instructions  to  agents  Spring  to  try  their  luck  on  the  the passenger  season  of  the D  &  C  SS  DELRIO  38.00  are  now  at  all  branches,  and  are  being  brought  aboard  all  Lakes.  When  these  letters flral  Line has  been  extended  to thejat­ SS  CITY  OF  SAVAN­ NAH  7.00  ships.  During the  month  of  September,  the  men  on  the Lakes  started  arriving  we  didn't  pay  ter  part  of  this month.  The  hall  much  attention  to  them, figuring  is  practically  empty,  and  replace  Chas.  Waid  1.00  will  designate  whom  they  wish  to^  SS  CITY  OF  CHATTA­ Written  permits  were  issued  that  shipping  was  probably  bad,  ments  are  hard  to .get.  be  their  officials  for  the  coming  NOOGA  ....  10.25  by  the  company, for  Union  rep­ and  the  boys  were  having  a  hard  year.  Balloting  for  the  election  of  To  be  eligible  to  vote,  all  mem­ reesntatives  to  come  aboard  at  time  getting accustomed  to  things  Great  Lakes  District  officers  is  In  SS  DELMUNDO;  Engine  Dept  7.00  bers  must  have  paid  either  their  any  time.  The  Bob­Lo  season  is  up  there.'  As  more  letters  cams  full  swing,  with  most  of  the  vot  transtef  fee,  or  initiation  fee  into  now  over,  and  we  expect  no  un­ in,  and  a  few  of  the  boys  drifted  ing"  going  on  from  the  ships.  A  Deck.  Dept  Seafarers'  not  later  than  August  friendly  action  from  this  com­ back  however,  we  realized  that  meeting  is  scheduled  for  the  last  Steward's  Dept.  ,  with  so  much  smoke  there  must  Tuesday  in September,  or  the first  SS  COMET:  IG,  1939,  and  must  have  paid  at  pany.  »  »  »  Engine  Dept.  ....  be  some fire—so  here­goes!  least  three  months  dues  by  Sep­ Tuesday  in  October "to  elect  a bal  V.  P.  Magee  Georgian  Bay  tember  5,  1939.  Those  members  loting  committee  to  proceed  with  No  Keal  Activity  R.  Brown  .......  who  transferred  or  joined  before  Due  to  the  fact  tliat  Interna­ The  main  beef  seems  to  be that  the  counting  of  the  ballots.  SS  BOSTON:  tional  representa,tive  Thompson  June 1, 1939  must  have  their  dues  Events of  Day  the  old  time  officials  seem  to  bs  Steward's  Dept.  paid  for  the month  of  June.  Part  was  caled  suddenly  to  New  Or­ satisfied  to  coast  along  on  their  1.00  payment  men,  whose  full  initia­ leans  and  the  West  Coast  on  jobs,  and  not  pay  much  attention  The  following  are  a  few  glean  W.  Le  Bon  C.  Coburn  .7  ,...  ,  1.00  ings  from  the  events  of  the  day  Union  business,'  the  steward'.s  de­ tion  fee  has  not  been  paid  pilor  to the  membership, other  than  be  to  August  15,  are  ineligible  to  partment  beef  with  the  Georgian  iug  on  hand  to  inspect  books,  and  on  the  Lakes.  The  proposition  of  SS  EVANGELINE:  watchmen  and  shlpkeepera  was  Engine Dept,  ,....  Bay  Line  reported  in  a  previous  vote.  Deck  Dept  collect  dues.  The  letters  and  the  nagotiated  with  Mr.  Perkins,  op'  . . ,  13.00  issue  of  the  "LOG"  has  not  re­ Agents  are  distributing  ballots  R.  Roberts  complaints  almost  wholly  com­ erating  manager  of  the  D & C  to  all  eligible  members  aboard  ceived  quicker  action.  Tliis  com­ pany  agrees  to  negotiate  with  the  plained  that  It  was  hard  to  get  Lines,  and  the  following  condi  A.  Paige  ships, and  at  Branch  Halts.  Union  for  the  Steward's  depart­ these  old  time  officials  to  settle  tloris  laid  down  and  agreed  Upon:  T.  Laller  Ballot  Explained  2.00  ment  agreement  for  1940  as  sooh  beefs,  or  to  do  anything about  go­ 1)  Watchmen  to work  three shifts  A.  Bourney  There  will  he  four  important  1.00  as Thompson  is free to  do so.  This  ing  to  town  for  conditions.  Nat­ of  eight  hours  each  in  place  of  W. Findley  propositions  up  for  vote  of  the  will  be  taken  care  of  within  the  urally,  these  guys  who  have  been  the  twelve  hour  shifts  in  effect  0.  Gilllard  membership  on'  the  ballot.  All  accustomed  to  real activity  on  the  last  winter.  2)  No  watchman  or  B.  Gibson  coming week.  Union  men should  not  fail  to  vote  M.  Egan  At  the  request  of  the  steward's  Gulf  and  East Coasts,  couldn't un­ shipkeeper  to  take  care  of  more  bu  them.  Number  1 is  the  ques­ A.  Lamos  crews  on  this  line  from  Chicago,  derstand  officials  not  going  to  hat  than  one  boat.  Last  year  e^oh  tion  of  restoring  rotary  shipping  J.  Carter  ..........  for  conflitions.  man  watched  two boats.  3)  Whges  a  meeting Tias  been  arranged  for  .25 ­ C.  Bryant  from  the  halls.  Number  2  is  the  the  month  of  September,  to  shall  be  $120  per  month,  same  as  Organizer  OK'd  .25  J.  Green  15.00  Strike  Fund  Assessment.  thrash  out  next  year's  agreement.  Everything  wasn't  so  bad,  how­ last  year.  .25  R.  Chlsholm  JThe  value  of  a  fund  to  back  up  Dissatisfied  members  of  the  NMU  ever,  and  the  boys  all  gave  a  big  .  .50  Iniprove*l  ConditioikS  T. Smith  the  men  in  case  of  strike  should  J.Li  have  shown  keen  interest  in  the  hand  to  R.  D. Thompson,  Interna­ .50  '  Also  got  new  mattresses  for  the  "T.  Cuminier  be  obvious  to  all  members.  The  outcome.  .50  tional  Organizer,  who,  they  all  forward  end  of  the Tremaine,  one  J. Resendeo  third  proposition  is a  ?2.00  Burial  *  *  »  1.00  J. A.  Glesias  say, is  doing a  good  job. He  works  of  the  D&C  auto  boats,  and  had  Assessment,  to  make  it  possible  Headquarters Branch  has gone  with the membership, and  they all  the  plumbing fixed  in  the  toilet  J.  A.  Axelson  2.00  for  the  Union  to  give  a  decent  on  record,  unanimously,  to  re­ voiced  their  respect  and  confi­ of  the  port  side  forward,  about  'F.^ Berry  1.00  burial  to members  who  pass away.  quest  the  International  to  con­ .50  The  final  proposition  is  the  adop­ tinue to assist this  District  build  dence in  him.  They did  say,  how­ which  the  men  were  squawking  J.  Lapham  .50  tion  of  the  proposed  Constitution  the  Union  by  maintaining  Its  ever,  that  he  was  handicapped,  regularly.  The  last  two  Items,  J.  A.  Monroe  ...  .50  for  the  Seafarers'­  International  representation  for  another  due  to  the  opposition  of  the  old  though  small,  go  to show  that  all  E.  T.  Prien  .50  E.  McVay  timers  who,  as  one  guy  etated,  such  conditions can  be  cleaned  up  Union  of  North  America,  copies  twelve  months.  "  1.00  C. Hodge  aboard  ship  if  the  men  bring  "Haven'trbeen  to,sea  since Christ  of  which  have  been  circulated  Cleveland  Hall  Closed  1.00  D.  Story  throughout  the  Lakes  District.  With  the  conclusion  of  the  pas­ ­gave  the first  charter  to  St. Peter,  them  up  to  the  patrolmen,  and  B.  Mayer  1.00  Ballots,  to  be  valid,  must  be  senger  service  out­  of  Cleveland,  with  jurisdiction  over  both  sea­ back  them  up  for  action.  IJQO  The  war  situation  has  greatly  H.  L.  Kiel  postmarked  not  later  than  mid­ the Hall  there has  been  closed  for  men  and fishermen."  1.00  F.  G.  Franklin  stimulated  the ore  and  grain  traf­ night  September  30,  1939.  Get  the season.  The  Halls at  Buffalo,  1.00  Elections  Soon  W. P. Gonsorchlk  ....  fic.  The  Lake  Carriers  Associa­ J.  Gourdier  your  ballots  early,  and  avoid  get­ Detroit,  Milwaukee  and  Chicago  ^   ting  caught  in  the  last  minute  will  stay  opep  for  the  winter.  The  elections  are  coming  up  tion  reports  something  more  like  L.  Goners  .50  t....  rush  of  voting.  It will  be entirely  Preparations  are  being  made  for  soon.  The SUP  and  Brother  Lun­ twenty  of  more  boats fitted  out  in  W.  Schnepfe  1.00  deberg  have  kept  their  promise,  August.  A  number of  men  are be­ L.  N.  Matz  up to  the member­ship  to elect  the  a  concerted  drive  early  in  the  !.  1.00  men  they  wish  to  serve  them  for  Spring  at  all  ports  from  Buffalo  and  now  we  have  a  proposed  Con­ ing  placed  aboard  these  boats  for  R.  Burns  1.00  stitution,  modeled  on  that  of  the  the coming  year.  'Nough  said!  1.00  .  to  Duluth,  to  completely  unionize  SUP,  which  is' rated  as  the most  educational  and  organizational  W. Rutherford  ­ *  «  «  purposes.  1.00  M. Girolmo  the Lakes.  democratic  union  Constitution  in  "Agent"  Kicks  Back  1.00  *  m  *  J. Waan  anen  Ignoring  Agreement  Leo  Mitchell,  SIU  delegate  on  Rumor  has  it  that  the  Steam­ existence.  With  the elections  com­ 1.00  A.  O'Neil  Just  a  word  about  the  beef  on  the  SS  South  American,  gives  no­ boat  Inspectors  intend  to  crack  ing  up,  the  membership  oh  the  the  Oakwood,  a  sandsucker  be­ D.  Carney  1.00  Lakes shOuld  let these "sit­around­ •   1.00  tice  to  all  members  of  the  Stew­ down  on  the  Put­In­Bay  Line  for  D. Bourjie  longing  to  the  Nicholson­Ecorse  1.00  ard's  Department  who  have  paid  scandalous  conditions  aboard.  A  and­do­nothing­officials" know  that  Line, working  put of  Chicago. The  F.  K.  Metzner  ......  2.50  dues  into  Secord's  cooks "union,"  matter  of  a  sprinkler  system  and  the  officials  who  get  elected  will  SIU  signed  an  agreement  with  A.  Zibron  ..  2.50  that  the  Steward  aboard  the  the  crews'  quarters  are  involved.  be  those  who go  down  the line  for  the  company  this  Spring  calling  E.  P.  Donnelly  the membership.  If  they  don't  cut  ..  1.00  H.  V.  Zumpft  South  American  has  been  com­ *  *  *  the  mustard,  they  will  be  voted  for  $135  wage  scale  for  qualified  R.  Jones  .......v....  1.00  pelled  to  refund  his  twenty­flvo  NOTICE:—We  have  been  In­ out.  men  In  all  departments.  The  SS  MAINE  ..  18.00  percent  cut  on  the  dues  to  the  formed  by  the  Atlantic  Oietrict  coinpany  has  not  been  living  up  rraternally,  members  who  paid  him.  This  re­ that  CHARLES  MASON ^(Atlan­)  to  this  aBicemcnt  The  Chinago  Finn  Schefstad,  Agent  fund  comes out  of  his  own  pocket.  tic  Book  No.  2524,  Lakes  No.  Branch  went  to hat  and  elected  a  You  can  kiss  the  other 75  percent  1367)  had  been  suspended  by  the  committee  to  Investigate the ques­ good­bye!  That's  already  in  Se­ Atlantic  District  on  June  12,  tion  fully,  and  report  hack  what  APPRECIATION  All  81U  members  who  are  cord's  bank  account.  Get  your  25  1939,  for  99  years.  This  man  action  should  be  taken.  confined  In  Marine  Hospitals  percent  back  now—while  you  can!  has  transferred  into  the  Lakes  ars  hereby  advised  to  Imme­ Philadelphia,  Pa.,  District  without  this fact  being  diately  notify  their  SIU  Agent  Sept.  7,  1939  and  holidays,  and  all  over  the  re­ Tbst.  Bob­Lo  Steamship  Line  known  here.  He  was  tried  and  In  the  port  nearest  to  where  SS  OREMAR.  quired  eight  hours  per  day.  Plus  pulled  in  its  horns  last  week  convicted  In  New  York,  on  the  three  hours  a  week  for  the  chief  they  are  hospitalized,  In  order  when  the  Union  filed  action  testimony  of  the  crew  of  the SS  Dear  Brothers:  We,  the  members  of  the  Stew­ cook  for  hutcherliig,  and  six  that  they  may  receive  regular  with  the  Michigan  State  Media­ Tlomar,  of  working  against  the  tion  Board, giving  said  company  Interests  of  the SIU  on  the  Cal  ard's  Department,  aboard  the  SS  hours  per  week  for  the  second  weekly  benefits.  This  does  not  apply  to  mem­ Oremar  of  the  Calmar  Lines,  do  cook  for  baking.  mar  Line.  a  five  day  strike  notice  if  it  did  bers who  are  already  receiving  Fraternally  yours,  not  withdraw  its  instructions to  We  ­have  beeii  informed  that  hereby  give  our  deepest  thanks  benefits.  Fred  W.  Saunders,  Na.  751  ^ships'  officers  forbidding  the  he  is  now  working  oh  a  tug  out  and  appreciation  to  the  deck  and  Stewards'  Delegate  ^Dniqi  Agents  from  coming  of Buffalo.  Headquarters Branch  engine  departments,  the  ILA,  and  A.  H.  O'Neil, .No.,  436,  It  is  the  Duty  of  Every  vvent  on  record  to  Inform  the  Patrolman  Collins of  Philadelphia,  aboitfd  to  transact  Union  busi­ Engine  Delegate  ness  with  the  men.  The  threat  tugboatmen's  officials  in  that  for  the  militant  action  and  stand  Member  to  Vote,  Alex  Ford,  No.  145,  '  of  economic  action  brought  port  of  this man's  status, and  to  taken  in  winning  our  bvertime  in  Deck  Delegate  •   .  all  ports  for  Saturdays,  Sundays 1  take  the  proper  action.  Have You?  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STRIKERS AGAINST P&O STILL HOLDING TOUGH NAZI SUBMARINE STOPS WATERMAN LINE SHIP BALTIMORE LOOKS FOR AN EARLY SHIPPING INCREASE ELECTIONS SOON AT HAND SS VERMAR WANTS ACTION COMMISSION IGNORES NEEDS OF MERCHANT VESSELS VOTING ON OFFICIALS IN FULL SWING ON LAKES GULF MEN PROTEST LAKES CONDITIONS BETTER CONDITIONS REPORTED ON LAKES Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/18/1939 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. I, No. 18 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America 1939 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/3c50e7f6f3c3a812008ebe540df1118c.PDF 43972ca2d2c859ee35ae44488060cd35 PDF Text Text •'&:^::'^:':'y'X-r'.^-'. nwc Vol. XV No. 19 : kiyr • OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC AND GULF DISTRICT • AFL • iX fM, #v| ; •' • •-'.t, -M V • J. ..J if • 'iS if(J : i -Story On Page 3 M Facing Threat. Beach Hospital in New York hold a council of war over the threatened closing of all USPHS hospitals by^ the Government. Union has opened fight to save seamen medical care program, (Story On Page 2.) Members of the Marine Firemen's Union's tallying committee count the votes in the 3-month referendum on affiliation with SIU. Vote went 2-i for SIU. Below, chairman Bob Sherrill (right) is assisted by Tom Sullivan and Bill Webber. _f Story On Page 3.) Join SlU. •'Z> •?.' . l>S Why did Durkin resign? ' —See page 2. Whgt's a good buy in shirts? —See page 7. Where ore Seafarers splitting up $10,000? —See page 3. .»?..• Who tried to cut himself in on SIU death benefit? —See page 26. C*"-: "if How are Atlantic Refining men being duped by company? —See page 4. What Seaterers are singing "BigMamou"? 'k- -— See page 8. Which SIU affiliate is ready­ ing to Strike? ?r' . • -' ' ;• '•f •k- �i'-: ! ^'-•" Ifr' V • • Pace' Two SEAFARERS Closing Order LOC SepUmher IS. 19SS Kick In Ike -h - •.'Vt-- ^ &• 4,, , .A '.%'•'; Seafaren at tiie Manhattan Beach USPHS hospital are In earnest about their intentions to carry the fight over fiie proposed closings to Congress. Here, left to right, are David Mcllreath, Claude F. Blanks and Alfred Mueller wrttlng letters to Congressmen asking their support. m<-> ^ •• Ife ll I':. u": Ur Seafarer James Lawlor, left, appears disconsolate as the LOG's reporter''Interviews an­ other SlU member. Vic Milaszo, right, at the Manhattan Beach hospital. Both men expressed grave doubts as to their own futures If the Government goes through with the proposed hospital closings. 5f (/y Allies Widen Fight Against USPHS Closings A pall of gloom hangs over the nation's marine hospitals. The initial shock from the news that the Government is con­ templating closing the entire m^ical program for seamen has worn off a bit — the mood is-^* —-— now one of bewilderment and like this would happen sooner, or anger. If the closing goes' later but It's awfully hard ^o4&e. through, 11^ million dollars will be saved for the Government—but what about the men who will feel the blow? Seafarer patients at the Manhat­ tan Beach Hospital were busy writing letters to their Congress­ men when the LOG reporter ar­ rived to get the reactions of a few of the 2,366 American seameq^ who will feel the immediate effect of the order If Congress gives its approvaL * Walking through the corridors of the TB hospital you could feel the oppressive air weighing heavi­ ly upon the men as they padded softly about the wards. During previous visits to these Seafarers you were always struck by the feeling of hope for the future in these men, but now a new burden was upon their shoulders. Tjq)ical of the men^he Manhatton Beach Hospital is Seafarer John Driscoll, a member of the Union rince 1947 and a TB patient for four years. Driscoll sat in the hospital's solarium facing the calm waters of Sheepshead Bay. Speak­ ing with feeling, he said, "I guess we should have known something I feel like the boxerf^l^ id: getling off the floor after a left to the jaw only to have the referee come up and kick me in the face." Personal Battle There was a nod of heads in assent from the men who tydrei sit­ ting around - Driscoll, .for ,ali of these men were fighting a j^e^sonal battle in which time is the only element which will bring them health again, but time now is run­ ning out. The. Seafarers at Manhattan Beach Hospital are typical of Sea­ farers and other merchant seamen In USPHS hospitals, throughout the country who have looked upon these hospitals throughout .their seagoing careers as havens during their hours of medical need. Hero they sat—men of all backgrounds and" all ages—determined to givo their all to save one of the pillars of the US Merchant Marine. Here at Manhattan Beach are hundreds of seamen who have un­ dergone treatment in various pub­ lic and private institutions during their periods of recuperation, yet in all cases, they were agreed that the quality of care and treatment in the marine hospitals is unparalled anywhere. One of these who has made the circuit of public and private care is John Lawlor, 50, who has been undergoing treatment for two years, "I don't want to go to • private hospital. I* have been te outside hospitals before and I came back here en my own re­ quest. I don't want to go through that again. Besides, I don't know where I'd get the money." At Manhattan Beach the patients aren't the only ones who are con(Continued on page 17) Swarms of protests are hitting Washington, as it becomes apparent that the proposal to halt all free medical treatment of seamen and to close all but three specialized USPHS hospitals has stirred up a hornets' nest of indignation all over the country. Most maritime labor organ= izations, and particularly the Congressmen about this issue, and lowances if the Government with­ SIU, as well as many other get all their shipmates and friends draws a service which it has been providing since 1789." The SIU, interested groups and citizens back home to write letters. "This fight to maintain the medi­ however, stressed that the most have begun a carnpaign to fight any elimination of the cal program that seamen deserve important thing at the moment Is 155-year-old medical care program is just as important as the issues the fight to keep the medical serv­ for seamen, or the further cur­ that we hit the bricks,, for in the ice to which seamen are and always have been eptitled, and to tailment of USPHS hospital facul­ past." prevent the killing of the program Drop Appropriation ties. as an "economy" measure. The SIU has launched its fight The hornets' nest was stirred up through all of its branches on all when Budget Director Joseph Observers have already pointed coasts, its Washington office and Dodge instructed the Department out that shipowners are paying headquarters to make Congress of Health, Education and Welfare tonnage taxes which were origi­ and aU government bureaus aware to eliminate appropriation requests nally imposed on the theory that of the need for this vital service. covering merchant seamen from its they would pay for the medical Paul Hall, SIU secretary-treasur­ next budget. Dodge's proposal also service for seamen provided by the er, has announced that, "the Union called for closing down 16 USPHS Government. The taxes amount to is going all-out in this fight against hospitals In the US, leaving only more than $3 million per year, this attempt to scuttle the medi- the Carville leprosarium, the nar­ and are paid into the Treasury De­ cat treatment program to save a cotics hospital at Lexington, Ky., partment's general fund. few pennies from the budget. and the mental hospital at Fort Mrs. Oveta Gulp Hobby, secre­ Every SIU crew and every Sea­ Worth, Texas, still In operation. tary of Health, Education and Welfare, has stated that "funds farer should .write letters to their The SIU immediately announced are available for fiscal year 1953 that it would fight the proposals, (Continued on page 17) and most other maritime organiza­ tions also pledged to fight. The Sept. 18. 195J Vol. XV. No. 19 Journal of Commerce, manage­ ment's newspaper, reported that As I See It ..Page 4 "both management and labor are Commillees At Work Page 6 opposing the proposal," but so far, Crossword Puzzle Page 12 the operators—particularly the Editorial Page 13 subsidized operators—have demon­ Foc'sle Fotographer Page 19 strated very little active interest GaUey Gleanings Page 20 in the matter. Inquiring Seafarer .......Page 12 The closing of this program Martin P. Durkin, Secretary of Labor in the Eisenhower In The Wake Page 12 would first hit those seamen now Cabinet, has resigned and, to date, no successor has been Labor Round-Up ....Page 13 in the hospital, but would also be Letters Pages 21, 22 felt directly by every man who named to his post. Durkin gave as reasons for his resignation : ^ ^ Maritime Page 16 sails under the American flag. As the President's failure to keep* Meet The Seafarer. Page 12 it .is, every USPHS hospital is his promise to support a series presented to Congress and strong On The Job ......Page 16 crowded well above Its normal ca­ of nineteen amendipents to opposition developed. Particularly galling were proposed modifica­ Personals T Page 25 pacity. In this past fiscal year, the Taft-Hartley law. a Quiz Page 19 27,000 merchant seamen were These amendments had been tions on the closed shop and sec­ Seafarers In Action Page 16 admitted to USPHS hospitals, and drawn up by Durkin and White ondary boycott bans. Further, the Cigaret Lid Off Ship's Minutes Pages 24, 25 some 98,000 man-days of hospital House aides, with the President story goes, Vice-President Nixon The union has received word SIU History Cartoon Page 9 care and 1.5 million man-days of sitting in on some of the confer­ and Commerce Secretary Sinclair that all restrictions on the Sports Line Page 20 out-patient treatment were pro­ ences. The President then sent the Weelu brought pressure on the amount of cigarettes alloted Ten Years Ago .Page 12 vided. On an average day this year list of suggested, changes to key President and told him he would to seamen have been removed. Top Of The News . Page 7 lose powerful business support If leaders In Congress for their ap­ Union Talk -Page 9 there were 2,366 merchant seamen proval, hoping to have his message he carried out his agreement to •T^is word' was' received by patients in USPHS hospitals. This the Union-owned and operated support the amendments. Eisen­ Wash. News Letter....... Page 6 not include the various fed­ recommending these changes in hower then backed down. Durkin Sea Chest from various Cus­ Welfare Benefits ... 9ages 26, 27 does eral employees, who are eligible final fomt beforq Congress ad­ then resigned. toms Districts along the Atlan­ Welfare Report Page 8 for journed. This was in keeping with USPHS treatment, tic and Gulf Coasts. Skippers Mr. Durkin, who was the lone Your Constitution Page 5 Eisenhower's campaign promise to Fight's Xmixniant or ships' officers who now conDemocrat in the Cabinet, had been Your Dollar's Worth Page 7 ' amend the Taft-Hartley law to the According to the Journal of ..tinue to restrict the ration of most controversial Eiaenhower FubiishM biwaoKiy. at tb* haadquartara of tha Saafarara Intarnational Union. At- Commerce, the operators are op­ give labor an. equal voice. cigarettes • are completely appdintee. When the Cabinet was lantle A. Oult. DIatrlet. AFL, *7S'Fourth QppoaiUoa Wfau without authority from "'1:110 " Avanua. uraoklyn S3,. NY, Tal. fTarllns posing the proposal because they ifirst. formed, it .was commented- on S-4«71. Enfarod at vaadnd Ciaa* litdfta? fear "a - demand ftrom - maritime Word of! the' proposed amend- Ejs "ten millionaires;;^ ;j, and; '"govefrhmenf,'' at tho/patt Offica bt- fM«k^«llY. uirions for InoVeased - welfare al­ mentr i^MKd out befow fliey were phunbei:." vndar Hia Act of Ausuit iTlin. SEAFARERS LOG Durkin Resigns, Blasts Failure To Change T-H .... . ,1 �Pare Three OG Itoptomber It. ItSS Marine OK Affiliation '•mM V- ..-iC ember Union Joins rs As 45th Affiliate I —The 5,000-man Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders most significant recent developments in maritime labor has jhe Seafarere International Union. The move by the MFOW by maritime observers as shifting the "balance of power" in AFL seamen. • i- •iii [FOW registered their feelings in a three-month, secret referendum her 1. The MFOW tallying coiuinittee's report, presented to the eting last night, showed the vote to be 1,826 to 987. Since the report ;mbership meeting, the MFOW—one of the oldest unions in mari^ly petition the SIU to graht it a charter. Tom Sullivan, left, and Bill Webber, rank->n declared that, "we are happy that the membership has registered MFOW election committee, tabulate ballots -ecom-"^ results of the vote clears the way took the ballots out of the vault. on affiliation with the SIU; Affiliation was for the MFOW to become the 45th The name and book number on tho many affiliate of the- SIU, the fastest outside envelope was checked to ith the growing labor organization in mari­ see if the man was a member in good,standing. If he was, the plain hterlng time. Members of the MFOW, using envelope, containing the ballot, and we can still sealed, was removed from tho ) all of the Australian Ballot, voted on ail outside envelope and added to tho coasts, in conformance with the tU." MFOW constitution. Under this pile of ballots. After all the names wero system, ballots were available at MFOW hails on all coasts. When­ checked, the plain envelopes with Negotiators for the SlU are in the ever a ship hit port, the members the ballots were opened, and tho broad new horizons in the fields of vacat. J votes counted. This insured that could pick up their ballots. as contract talks with the SIU operators Coast The member marked his vote on only members voted, that members cents stage. the ballot, and then sealed it in a voted only once, and that all votes Meetipg with a commit- subject to'^ plain envelope, with no markings were secret. Only the tallying com­ tee representing the Union's Union's C(f"tions on it. He then took the envelope mittee had access to the bank vault freight ship operators, the Union with the ballot, and put it inside where the ballots were kept. has given first priority to examin­ rules another envelope bearing his name Actually, this is the second af­ ing expansion of its benefits in than a yojy and book number, and then mailed filiation in the long" history of tho areas outside the range of wages cussions it to a special bank box in San MFOW, which was founded in 1883. and overtime rates. These matters Francisco. In 1933, the MFOW reorganized will be taken up as the second or­ confined tuppQ].t;^ and affiliated with the now defunct Held In Vault ing up ceiA proder of business. ing rules »n with Ail the ballots were held in the ISU, but withdrew from that or­ Of specific interest to the Union last fail CMFOW bank vault until the vote \vas over. ganization a few years later. The at the moment are broader vaca­ superior t. The Then a rank-and-file tallying com­ MFOW won its first reputation for tion coverage and additional fields mittee, elected by the membership. militancy back in 1906, when it hit (Coil. The of coverage in the present disa­ the bricks for five long months to bility pay set-up. win a $5 per month raise that Commenting on this action, Paul brought wages up to $50 per Hail, SIU secretary-treasurer and month. chairman of the negotiating com­ Active In Early Strikes mittee, stated "just as important to Since that first strike, the MFOW SIU men as take home pay is great­ has been active in the 1912, 1934 er security, which is an area your and 1936 strikes, along with other Union is exploring constantly to maritime organizations, and has bring greater benefits to our people." SEAlpayment of $10,000 in back pay due continued its fight for better con­ ditions and better wages. 75 Seafa: Program Explored In 1949, it opened its newly-con­ The lembers when the company went out structed deluxe headquarters in Although no definite proposals have been made to the operators San Francisco, boasting modem along these lines, a point of dis­ year., iiHiil shipping and office facilities, as cussion, has been the possibility of well as recreational facilities. It increasing the vaeStion pay period also owns and operates halls in and setting up different scales of The mdi Seattle, San Pedro, Baltimore and pay roughly in accordance with the Seattlfl New York, as well as rented halls the three classifications within week by 1; in New Orleans, Portland and each department. ment dm Honolulu. The Union has made it clear that volved ai MFOW members make up the it is not engaged in negotiations tuted lej engine departments aboard ships with the operators to adopt a pat­ the compi operating out of the West Coast tern already in effect in the indus­ As in tl On these ships the deck depart­ try. Thus, the present talks have proceedini ment is made up of SIU men of the made necessary frequent adjourn­ labor reci Sailors Union of the Pacific. The ments while statisticians and the the court. stewards department personnel for Union prepared figures to support Ocean these ships are currently involved various suggested routes of in­ years ago in an organizational battle between creased benefits. tion usini the communist-dominated National The position of the Union is sim­ ka Cedar Union of Marine Cooks and Stew­ ilar to that taken in 1951 when it The comp| ards and the AFL Marine Cooks pioneered and won for the men of was open and Stewards. the SIU the first guaranteed vaca­ contractedi tion pay in the 'maritime industry, Maritime a set-up which has since been of the 001 imitated by other maritime unions. tive attei While the current contract is due crack the If a crewmember quits while to gxpire on September 30, the na­ ka trade. your ship is in port, delegates ture of the talks are sucb that it are asked to contact the hall The Sei may be felt necessary to "extend they have immediately for a replace­ the agreement past that date in or­ ed below. ment. Fast action on your part der to insure the men of the SIU will keep all jobs aboard ship tained by agent, collects $10,000 in retroactive the broadest possible benefits and filled at all times and elimi­ eccountant for bankrupt Ocean to irive them adequate time to re­ Hubert nate the chance of your ship view, ratify or reject - thfr coms^ Thomai Alter LaVehie Riley looks on at transactimi, sailing shorthanded. SSSaM of back wag OS lor 1$ Seafarers em.mittee's work. ij I ' il SlU-Co's Huddle Broader Pact B — 'Ssiu a -.''i SIi Back Pay FcOcean Tow Fill That Berth iril �VkffC Faiir SEAFARERS LOO SdfteiBber IS. 19SS Co. Openly Joins Atlantie Fight Aari Se^ It... The Atlantic Refining Company, since it has become apparent that its company union is dying, has stepped into the breach itself in recent weeks, and is now^penly combating the SIU drive in its fleet through a number of "bulletins" it is circulating through the fleet. Until recently, the company ^at least openly—has main­ drawals from the AMEU have ing the SIU. By this action, the THE PHRASE "GOOD AND WELFARE" IS KNOWN TO EVERT tained a "neutral" position poured in, and the men in the company has also admitted that it concerning the SIU drive in its fleet have made apparent their has long been using the rank—and seaman aboard ship—^it's a term as familiar to him as the name of the fleet, allowing Its company union, overwhelming SIU support, the file tankermen, through its puppet ship he sails on. To him, this is the time he gets up at a meeting to the Atlantic Maritime Employees company has now come out in the company union,' as foils for the blow his top on beefs, gripes or to sound off on anything that's on his Union, to front the fight against open, tacitly admitting that it company's own profit. mind that relates to hiS or his brother's welfare. stands to gain by retaining its the SIU. Two-Pronged Attack In effect, this phrase has been in existence ever since parliamentary However, as hundreds of with­ company union set-up, and defeatIt now appears that the company terms were set down in a systemized way as long ago as 1878, when Gen. is trying a two-pronged attack on Robert established what is now the bible of par­ the SIU. The company union-has liamentary procediufe, Robert's Rules of Order. Very issued a call for "secret" donations likely the term was used long before that wherever to continue its propaganda fight people got together to deliberate and take action as against the SIU. From the number a body. of withdrawals from the AMEU While Good and Welfare comes as the last order already announced, however, it is of bufiiness during any meeting, it is by no means apparent that there are not enough the least important. The motions, the resolutions, men left in the fleet supporting the committee reports, all the specific orders of The American Federation of Labor opens its annual con­ the company union to donate any business have been disposed of—here is the place vention in St, Louis on Monday, September 21, with all signs appreciable amount of money. where any man can say whatever he has on his mind. pointing to a lively session. Among the key issues to be de­ Instead, most observers agree, termined will be the future of The Meeting's StiU In Sesrion the call for "secret" donations was the International Longshore­ placed by Dave Beck, head of the merely a maneuver to enable the Seafarers should understand that while Good and Welfare comes Brotherhood of Teamsters. It seems company to poiur money in to sup­ after the completion of regular business matters and thei^e is the start men's Association. This convention will be the first probable, with Hutchinson back, port the dying company union, and of a stir for adjournment, you should not feel that your beef or presided over by George Meany, that this body will be expanded to stm enable the AMEU to claim your comments would only delay the end of the meeting. The meet­ Federation President, who took make a new place for the Carpen­ that the money is coming from ing is still in session and your desire to take the mike and hit the deck "anonymous" donations from the has equal right with anything already covered by the agenda. Al­ office upon the death of William ter's chief. The Federation is expected to men. To this end, the AMEU dele­ though at an SIU meeting ashore there may be 25, 50 or 500 men nresGreen. It is expected that the con­ vention delegates will vote for the take full advantage of the resigna­ gates are merely offering "John ent, this is still the shoreside counterpart of your ship's meeting with expulsion of the ILA, which is now tion of Martin Durkin as Secretary Doe receipts" for any contributions all its informality and concern for the individual member's right to ' under a suspension order handed of Labor. Durkin, who returned to that are given, thus leaving no speak. down by the AFL Executive Board. his old job as president of the trace of the source. As most Seafarers know, often the most interesting part of ah^meet­ Plumbers' union, is expected to These two actions have made it Hutchinson and Durkin blast the Republican administra­ apparent 'that the company has ing is Good and Welfare when the brothers let loose with a .beef, an Another problem is where to put tion, when he addresses the con­ now become more than alarmed idea, a word of praise, a hint on what not to do in a certain port or a plan of action for the Union. William Hutchinson, head of the vention. by. the overwhelming proportion Discussions which have arisen in Good and Wel­ Carpenters' union, who pulled his There should also be discussion of SIU support in the fleet. organization out of the Federation of the recent talks between Meany The company's entrance into the fare have in many cases led to the establishment and then brought it back intact? and Walter Reuther, j)resident of fight, openly, is believed to leave of Union policy and programs in effect today. No Monopoly On Meeting Procedure When Hutchinson resigned, he the CIO and John L.* Lewis, head Stanley Alcott, AMEU chairman, The Seafarers International Union doesn't claim automatically gave up his place on of the United Mineworkers, on the and Emanuel Friedman, AMEU to hold monopoly on meeting procedure or on Good the Executive Board, being re­ topic of labor unity. "general counsel and business and Welfare as part of its meetings, but the SIU manager," out in the cold. The does pride itself on the degree to which its mem­ allegiance of these two men to the bers actively participate in its meetings. company is unquestioned since Al­ The participation of Seafarers in meetings is reflected likewise by cott receives a salary from the the great degree in which they participate in the Good and Welfare company as well as money from section of the SEAFARERS LOG, the letters to the editor. the AMEU, and Friedman, of The SIU, in its newspaper, devotes more space to letters of opinion course, receives a salary from the AMEU. Friedman's entrance into from its members than any other labor newspaper in the world. This his job of "general counsel and is as it should be. This is one of the strengths of the SIU—our ability The recording secretary at Se­ Tampa trio was reading clerk for business manager" of the AMEU to exchange ideas and use them for the betterment of all hands. attle's last membership meeting the membership meeting. Silva has been clouded with mystery, So, when you're at your next shipboard or shoreside meeting and was G. L. Hayes who joined the sails on deck and makes his home since he is not a seaman and the you haven't got a motion or a resolution, but you have a beef or an SIU in 1946 and has been sailing in Tampa after being born there AMEU constitution makes pro­ idea, grab the mike. This is one of the Ways you can help keep your ever since in the deck department. in 1919. He is another Tampa man visions for such a post. Union healthy and strong. Right now the 29-year-old Sea­ to have joined the SIU in Norfolk, farer, who is married and has one doing it in 1944. ^ 4 4^ child, is an AB. Hayes joined the THIS WEEK THERE IS NEWS THAT IS MOST GRATIFYING TO 4" 4" Union in New York City, but has the men of the Brotherhod of the Sea. As a result of secret balloting, been shipping out of Seattle since Mobile's chairman at the last the members of one of America's important maritime unions, the in­ 1950 and calls Vancouver, Wash­ membership meeting was Eugene dependent Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders, better known ington, his home town. L. Linch, an Alabama bom and as the MFOW, will officially become a part of the SIU family of unions. Another local boy was Fred R. bred Seafarer now living in PrichThe 5,000-man union will now receive a charter as an autonomous England, the reading clerk. The ard in his home state. Lineh, who affiliate of the SIU. The MFOW will bring with it into the SIU a mili­ 46 - year - old joined the SIU in 1943 in New tant history and tradition of genuine trade unionism England was Orleans, sails in the steward dethat makes us proud to welcome them as brothers. born in Missouri partment and just turned 29 a Evidence of SIU's Power and has been couple of weeks ago. The fafct that the membership and officials have sailing in the seen fit to come into the SIU is evidence that our Recording sec­ The SIU - contracted Eastern engine- room Union is regarded as the most powerful force in retary at the Steamship Company has announced since 1937, the maritime dedicated to the advancement of Ameri­ same meeting that it will build a new 25,000-ton, year the Union can seamen. was William A. high speed, super tanker, provided came into exist­ ,We believe that this development will'be of great it can receive a "fair and reason­ ence. For two Wallace, a mem­ advantage in strengthening the position of the ber of the Union able allowance" from the Govern­ months in 1939 England MFOW and, equally important, the MFOW's pres­ since he joined ment for the Evangeline and Yar he was dispatcher ence will increase our strength, and power throughout-the maritime the SlU'in Mo­ mouth. in New York, but his family moved The company said that, as a re­ industry. to Seattle in 1943 and he has been bile in 1949. sult of a survey it has made, it has Seafarers everywhere, ; whenever their ships may be close-to making that his home port ever Sailing in the deck department, determined that tanker and ore vessels carrying MFOW engine departments, would do well to extend since. Wallace the 190-pound tonnage provides the maximum warm greetings to our new. brothers and invite them to visit and use In warmer climes, James C. Seafarer calls Mobile his home opportunity for profitable opera­ the facilities of our halls throughout the country. Kelly chaired the Tampa meeting port, sticking pretty close to home tions. It then said it plans to .re­ of September 9. Kelly is a Tampa and his wife Rita while working quest the Government to take the boy from way back in 1928 when with the SIU. He likes the Ala­ Evangeline and Yarmouth as be first saw the light of day.' The bama sunshine and the SIU "trade-ins" imder the .1936 Mei^ chant Marine Act, while the com­ husky Seafarer joined the SIU in contracts. pany builds the new tanker. / Talmadge L. Moss, who makes Baltimore in 1947 at the age of The SIU Welfare Plan office wishes-to remind Seafarers antf Eyeing Ore Trade 19. He sails as a deckhand and his home in Chickasaw, Alabama, their families thai no lawyers are needed to collect any SIU; Wel­ aticks close to home, liking the was reading clerk at the last Mo­ Eastern is also considering go­ fare Plan benefit. Some cases have arisen in recent months in Florida breezes and the SIU pay-, bile membership medting. Born in ing into the ore trade, but states Alabama in 1928, the 25-year-old that, at present, the ore Import effs. which lawyers were engaged. The only result was a delay in col-; Recording -secretary Paul C. Seafarer joined the Union ranks program is still in the development leciion of benefits and a charge against the benefit for lawyers'; Carter is the second of three local in Mobile in 1947, Just about the stage, and it is too early to make fees. boys to preside at the last Tampa time he began to reach his full definite commitments about build­ meeting. The 220-pound steward strength. Todays he stands just ing new ore vessels. It's emphasized that the Welfare Plan was designed from the department Seafarer joined the one inch shy of six feet and 240 The company has already made beginning to provide simple and speedy p^ment of all benefit, Union in Norfolk in 1946 at the solid pounds, sailing in the engine an application for permission to claims; so as to bypass lawyers and legal fees., )4^.«Rp^^G||tion,fori age of 29. With his wife, Bemice, department. He says he likes the sell tltf Evangeline to foreign in­ benefits should be made Meetly to the SMlMMn Plan| he's living in fine, SlU-style in fringe benefits of the SIU con­ terests, for operation under for­ Port Tampa City, Fla. tracts because it adds so much to eign flag, and ih(^ has .,«t 11 Broadway, by- .the. indlKidual.invnlveiIfc»«..=.,.j.«.. Albert Silva, to complete the his earning power. appU hot yet acted upon this applieation. AFL Convention Hears, tively Session Is Seen Ir^; • Eastern SS Eyes Tank, Ore Trade • NO LAWYERS NEEDED �•v.. r: ._.-^ •\7v-'y'f''^^-'';^\'-'^"--'-'-^^!;^^ '• " ~" " '• •' ^ptemberM, >981 "' " ••^•-— ---v.- SEAFARERS Headquarters Adds Bootblack Service LOG Pa^e Fiv* Canadian District Sets Strike Date For Qreat Lakes Vessels MONTREAL—^Members of the SIU's Canadian District today were busy oiling up their strike apparatus in preparation for a strike to begin Monday at noon. The decision to strike follows the union's rejection of a conciliation award which fell far short of d^' mands. The impending strike is being unable to agree on a new aimed at four major Great contract to replace the one which Lakes ccynpanies, the key oper­ ators holding up the union's de­ mands for a $30. a month wage increase, a forty hour week and changes in working conditions. The announcement of the strike deadline came after the union had conducted a strike vote among crewmembers of the four affected companies. Indicative of the crews' sentiments was the tally among the crewmen of the Co­ lonial Steamships Limited, where the vote ran over 83 percent in favor of the strike. The other companies affected, where ballot­ ing is not complete are: Canada Steamship Lines, N. M. Patterson and Sons, and Upper Lakes and St. Lawrence Ti'ansportation Com­ Taking advantage of new service added for members In headquarters, pany. Seafarer A. L. Yarborough relaxes in the SIU barbershop as the boot­ The present deadlock is a re­ black puts a hlgh/shlne on his shoes. sult of the companies and the SIU SUP Wins SlOO-Month Pension Pian . The Sailors tJnion of the Pacific has won a new pension and disability plan which will pay retired Sailors up to $100 per month, as a result of its recent contract negotiations with the Pacific Maritime Association, the association of West Coast shipowners. Under the terms of the new pension plan. Sailors will be welfare plan,, the same arrange­ years in the industry within a span ment will continue and they will of 25 years in order to qualify for able to retire and collect pen­ not come under this retroactive a pension. In order to have a year- sions: at any time after reaching the aSe of 60. However, the SUP stressed that retirement will be voluntary, and no man can be re­ quired to retire until he wants to. Those men retiring on or after this coming October 1, providing they otherwise qualify, will begin receiving their pension payments January 1, 1954. A retroactive part of the plan provides that ail men who retired between Jan. 1, 1950 and Oct. 1, 1953, and who other­ wise quaiify, will receive a pen­ sion making up the difference be­ tween their Social Security pay­ ments and $100 per month. In most cases, said the SUP, this wili be about $30 or $40 per month. In cases where men are already re­ ceiving payments under the SUP part oflthe new plan. Sliding Scale Those Sailors retiring under the new plan at 60 will get $65 per month; at 61, $70; at 62, $75; at 63, $80; at 64„ $90, and at 65, $100 per month. The SUP/ points out that a man retiring at 65, in addi­ tion to his $100 per month pension, will also be collecting Social Se­ curity payments of about $85 per month if he is single, and about $147.50 per month if he is married. This means that a married man re­ tiring at 65 would have a total in­ come of about $247.50 per month with pension and Social Security payments combined. Under the terms of the new pen­ sion plan. Sailors must have 20 YOU flrndf file SIU CQNSYITUriON From Article X, Section.7 "in no event shall the Negotiations and Strike Committee obligate this Union or any Port thereof, in any manner, without the approval of the membership of the Union." I Onl/ upon membership approval can the Union's Negotiations and Strike Committee call a strike, break ofF negotiations or agree upon a contract. •i fifwacGBS: mk : M^N1AR6:S SiCONtSTtf 0Ti^ •iTbRE • VOi) THESE : WilVILEbESc::: , FfeSS-: : Al-lbv count, a man must have worked at least 200 days within that year. The new plan also contains a disability provision, with no age requirements. Under this new pro­ vision, a man who is disabled and no longer able to work may qualify for a disability pension of $50 per month for life. If the disabled man is married, he could get an extra $10 per pionth for each child. In order to qualify for the dis­ ability pension, the man must have 15 years in the industry within a span of 20 years. It was estimated by the commit­ tee that about 200 Sailors will be able to qualify for the new pen­ sions on January 1. expired on January 31. Following fruitless negotiations, the union and the companies presented their cases to a government board of conciliation which rejected a wage increase and suggested instead a sliding scale of hour reduction to take effect over the next eleven months until the 40 hour week is in effect. No mention was made in the board's report of adjust­ ment in the working conditions. Tbe Canadian District, in re­ jecting the award, stated that the award is a "mythical increase" in­ asmuch as most of the increase in pay would not be felt for almost a year and even at that time the companies would trim their de­ partments on week ends in port so that the overtime pay would go to few men. Some men would lose out entirely as they normally do not work-on Week-ends. Study Deep-Sea Award In the meantime the Canadian District is still studying a concili­ ation board award covering the union's deep sea operations where the demands are the same. The decision of the membership to hit the bricks to enforce their demands was announced by Hal Banks, Director, in a telegram to the Canadian Department of. La­ bor, which stated: "We regret that we are compelled to inform^ you that the SIU has . . . unanimously rejected the conciliation board award . . . voted authority to their elected negotiating committee to conduct a strike vote and* set a strike deadline in conformity with the Labor Relations Act." Leading the union's negotiations js a rank and file committee, head­ ed by Ernie Hughes. Hughes, has asked all Canadian District mem­ bers to standby for the Monday deadline and to do everything pos.sible to support the strike. Other unions have indicated their co­ operation, in the event that the panadian seamen are forced to go out. SIU Crew Helps GIs Get Chapel Playing the Good Samaritan once more as they have so often in the past, members of the SIU crew of the Western Trader (Wpstern Nav.) opened their pocketbooks and their hearts to the boys in the Armed Forces. Ail together they raised $200 for the soldiers in Ulsan, Ko­ rea, toward the building of a chapel for the men in that area. Word of the crew's action came to the Union through the office of the soldiers' chaplain. Rev. K. McNaily, who wrote a letter to Paul Hall, secretary-treasurer of the SIU, informing him of the good work. It said, in part: - Little Surprise "I suppose you will be a little surprised in receiving a letter from an Army chaplain, but it is a letter of thanks and appreciation. "Our outfit is stationed in Ulsan, Korea, and at present is unloading coal from ships. One of the ships, the Western "Trader, is in the har­ bor and we are in the process of unloading it. I have visited the ship a few times and yesterday they invited me out for lunch. To my great surprise the men on board the ship presented me with an envelope containing $200. They said it was a gift toward the build­ ing of the chapel and for the sol­ diers. "I might add that the relation­ ship between our men and the men of the Western Trader has been verj' wonderful and we will be sorry to see them leave this port. John K. McNally, Catholic Chaplain" SIU Disability $ 'VIondertuI' NEW ORLEANS—A1 Sylvera has become the 22nd man on the list of those presently receiving the SIU's $108 per month disability benefit, with the receipt of his first check last week at his home here. The 52-year-old Seafarer,who has been sailing on SIU ships since 1941, ,says that, "this check will sure help out right now. Something like this is great when you're not able to work, and it's wonderful that seamen can count on getting this sort of in­ come to help out" if something hap­ pens to them." Right now, A1 is staying at home with his wife, Bea, and just taking it-easy. He hasn't made any plans about the future just yet. A1 joins the following Seafarers, who are all collecting the $25 per week disability benefit: James Carroll, Joseph Germane, William Girardeau, William Gray, John Hopkins, George Jackson, William Kimraerer, William Lake, Peter Ley, Eugene Milanesi, William Price, Bernard Roll, George Thurmer, P. Henderson, Jose Garcia Rivera, Edward Hansen, Earl Spear, George Steinberg, Joseph Pilutis, Alexander Di;dde and J. A. Scara. / Al, who has sailed most of the time as chief cook, says that he figures he might pass some of the time by whipping up something in Welfare representative W. J. Frederick (left) gives Al Sylvera hig the kitchen at home, but that, first $25 disability payment in Sylvera's New Orleans home. "It'a -mostly. he jirat plans-to rest.1^ wonderluL" said the disabled Seafarer. iusi bsifcA -i.-: • *;?/ • ->'1 a �mfi- III v 1'':^ . SB^lf^ttERp 10 4 Faife' Sfcr First sea Chesf Lilirarlefr lii Ouif Is Honored By Coronef Mag September 1«, 1»53 SIU NEWSLETTER Andy Furuseth, founder of All Indications point to the probability that there will be no more by the Government, on its o\vn account, for some timethe Sailors Union of the shipbuilding no more Mariners or any other type ship—unless built by the industry Pacific 9nd often referred to Itself. Of course, war or hear war conditions would change this. The New Orleans hall, above, gets the first load of SIU libraries designated for the Gulf area as the books await delivery to SlU-contracted ships. It doesn't take too long before they reach the men and are put to good use by Sea­ farers aboard the ships as shown, left, on the Del Campo, one of many ships to re­ ceive the Sea Chest libraries. Carl Pedersen, left, ship's dele­ gate, and Walter W. Christian, steward, pose happily with the first consignment to a ship in the Gulf area. SID CMIMITTEES AT WORK ifLi- m-. W: it;..:.:.' . 'K-' . '• !•. : 'H'l*:." It isn't often that the SIU finds to report to cook supper until 4:30 It necessary to expel a member PM of the day of departure; 2.) the Union Into disrepute for a serious offense. Since the bringing by being drunk and swearing at hew SIU Constitution was adopted shipmates as well as causing hard only three such expulsions have feelings among the crew; 3.) taken place. However, ail offenses refusal to cooperate with the do not call for the serious penalty Union representative in discharg­ of expulsion, but in all cases when ing official Union business, and chai-ges have been prefei-red, a disrupting affairs in general. rank-and-file committee, elected by The trial brought out the fact the membership at a regular (hat the accused was repeatedly Union meeting, asked to stop using vile language, sees to it that but refused. Al­ the trial is han­ so, that he would dled in fairness not allow a beef to all concerned. to be aired A trial com­ aboard the ship mittee, backbone concerning him­ of SIU justice, self, and was in draws its life- such an intoxiblood from the .cated state as to ranks of the be unable to an­ Robinson Seafarers . them­ swer for himself iway selves. Its entire reason for 'exist­ at the time of ence is to protect the Seafarer and the offense. In addition, he insult­ give him every privilege guaran­ ed several crewmember^ and teed him under the Constitution. threatened to "fix" them at some It has. no* axe to grind, but is later date. elected by the membership in oi-- The trial committee, whose find­ der to stand as a fair and impartial ings were concurred in by the judge in the case at hand. membership, recommended that Such was the case recently when the accused be expelled on the charges were preferred against a first count, suspended for six Seafarer aboard ship. The mem- months on the second, and fined bei'ship-elected trial committee $50 for the third. If ^e Seafarer was composed of W. J. Reidy, chooses to file an appeal, which C.. P. Benway, Edward Bbbinson right is guaranteed him by the ai;d C. Palmer. The Seafarer was SIU Constitution, an appeals com­ accused of:. 1.) misconduct aboard mittee .will be elected by the mem­ ship detrimental to the .welfare of bership to rehear the case for final the Union, drunkenness and failure- di^nsatioiL \ . as the "Abraham Lincoln of the Sea," is honored in the September issue of Coronet. The honor to Furuseth comes at the same time that the Reader's Digest pays trib­ ute to the SIU, A&G District. Furuseth is compared to Lincoln because of his thirty-two year fight to deliver American seamen from the vii-tual slavery that was their lot under brutal and outmoded maritiufe laws.Born in Norway of a poor fam­ ily in. 1854, Andrew Furuseth was apprenticed to a farmer who treat­ ed, him cruelly. To escape this treatment he ran away to. sea at nineteen, only to encounter more brutality than he had ever dreamed existed. Unpleasant experiences caused him to wonder why seafar­ ers did not band together to pro­ tect themselves from the treatment that was a sailor's lot. Lifelong Battle When he came to the United States he embarked upon a pro­ gram-to unionize the maritime in­ dustry in Tacoma, Washington. Im­ pressed* by the language of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, he thought this country the most promising ground to promote human dignity. The odds against the prison-like condi­ tions existing aboard ship were tremendous. He was a foreigner, he was poor and he had no educa­ tion. In March of 1885, together with a small band' of courageous men, he formed the Sailor's Union of the Pacific. Like Lincoln, he had to teach himself language and his­ tory. He soon acquired a mastery over the English language and American hiktory and maritime law. He was called "the most learned legaKlayman in the United States." Titanic Disaster Helped Furuseth's first victories were the passage of the Maguire Act and the White Act, but it required one of the greatest naval disasters in the world's history, the sinking of the Titanic, to rally public opin­ ion to his cause. Furuseth's proud­ est day was when he stood with President Woodrow Wilson in 1915 as the latter signed the LaFollette Seamen's Act, the Bill of Rights for seagoing men. Andrew Furuseth died in 1938. For the first time in American his­ tory a labor leader lay in state inthe rotunda of the Department of Labor building in Washington. ix-Atlantic Men Aboard Sfll Shipe All mcmey paid by ydu to' SIU representatives is applied against your SIU initiatioh''fea and dues. If you have not re­ ceived your book already,, drop in at the nearest SIU hall and appl.v for yonr membership book in the SIU. It Is also suggested that while there you fill out a bene­ ficiary, card for the SIU Wel­ fare Plan. At. the same time you. can cooperate with the-SIU in.the making of any affidavits, you may wish to draw up in con­ nection with the campaign in Atlaiv^ic. Your Cooperation will help greatly in. bringing, nearer full SHJ victory in. the Atlantic Refipitig Company. . The former Democratic administration sponsored the Mariner ship­ building venture, but Under-Secretary of Commerce for Transporta­ tion Robert Murray, has misgivings about the commercial value of the Mariner and wants no more of them. The Mariner type ship still remains the big question mark—everyone agrees that it is a superb vessel, particularly for military purposes. However, at the moment, there are only prospects that some of the larger American steamship lines will purchase any of the vessels. 4. t 4 • 4> Under existing law, American subsidized Unes are not supposed to . have any connection with foreign shipping companies or in any way act as agent for foreign-flag competitor:^. However, for a number of years the American Export Lines, Inc., a subsidized carrier, has acted as agent for the. passenger ship operations of the Italian Line. The US State Department has backed this agency arrangement. The matter^oon will receive publicity when the US Maritime Ad­ ministration holds a public hearing as to whether the agency arrange­ ment'should be continued. It will be a battle as some American lines are against the Export-Italian Line agreement, particularly Isbrandtsen Co., Inc. 4- . One oMhe biggest reorganizations in years is. in prospect in connec­ tion with maritime employers. For many years, the employer^, in the main, have been represented in this city through the National Federa-, iton of American Shipping. This organization is about to be dissolved. The implications still are not too clear although many believe that the Federation made too many on-the-spot decisions without consulting .the Board of Directors in New York. The American Merchant Marine^ Institute, a subsidized group, wants to take over the .Washington staff of the National Federation of American Shipping but, at the mdment, is nmning into a bit of opposition within the ranks. , All in all, it's proving to be one of those behind-the-scenes hot issues, as to just who will represent the shipowners in the Capitol. ''4-4 '4 • Prior to the adjournment of the 1st Session of the 83rd Congress. $200,000,000 was appropriated as" an emergency, fund for the 'relief of Korea. However, the Foreign Economics Adminstration (formerly EGA)' still does not know how the shipping problem is to be handled, nameiy, to what extent FEA will direct the shipments, or whether the Military Sea Transportation Service or the US Army will move some of their ' own stock from Japan over to Korea. They a(;e waiting for a policy decision from the 'Vyhite House. •" In any event, the 50-50 shipping provision in the aid statute, is not involved in view of the prior attitude of Congress.. The big question is just who will do the procurement of the Korean relief material, and where will this material be shipped from. 4 4 4 4 4 -4 4 4 4 , 4 •• 4 The Government of Mexico is taking steps to construct a merchant marine. It is expected that a company will be formed, backed by the Mexican Government, with the latter owning 51 percent of the stock and 49 percent offered to the general public. The National Labor Relations Board has issued several important decisions. One of them is that an employer violated the collective bar­ gaining requirements of the Labor-Management Relations Act by fail­ ing to inform a union representing employees of a closed-down plant that the plant would be- reopened in another city. The Board held that the employer's failufe to advise the union of the move deprived it of the opportunity to bargain about the possible transfer of employees from the old plant to the new one. Another ruling by NLRB was that cards signed by employees au^ thorizing a union to represent them established, the union's majority even though the tinlon later lost a Board election as a result of tho employer's unfair labor practices. '• ,' Still another holding of NLRB was .that an employer and a union violated the Act by withholding vacation pay of employees to compel them to join the union under a lawful union-shop contract which mad* the employees subject to, discharge for failure to Join. The US Government, during the Korean campaign, has had to use foreign-flag heavylift ships, for the movement of railway rolling stock (locomotive, cars, etc.) because there were simply none in the US mefchant fleet. As a result, the Military Sea Transportation Service has decided to convert two C-4's into hcavy-lift ships, and the conversion work-already has been contracted to the Bethlehem Steel Corporation* Shipbuilding Division, with the work to be done by their Brooklyn and Hoboken shipyards starting later this year. ' • • 4 •" '' It is likely that-once again, come next year, an attack will be mado on the 50-50 shipping provision in the various relief laws. Last month, President Eisenhower appointed six members .to the Commission on Foreign Economic Policy, thus completing the naembership of this 17man Commission authorized by the Congress. Clarence B. Randall, Chairman of the Board of the Inland Steel Corporation, Chicago, 111,, is chairman of the group. , The Act of Congress authorized the Commission "to examine, study, and report- on the subjects of international trade and its enlargement consistent with a sound domestic economy,.our. foreign,economic policy, and the trade aspects of our national security anfi total foreign policy; and to recommend appropriate policies, mpasuros and practices." , This group will study all "existing legislation and the regulations and procedures stemm^ from it which bear directly on our foreign eco­ nomic relations, dances are that the Presidential Commission will recommend the elimination of the 50-50 shipping provisos in the US relief statutes. • '' " .. ji-K- �Septeml^'M, 1951 SEAP AHERS CHIEF JUSTICE VINSON DIES—On TuesdaSr^eptember 8, death came to Fred M. Vinson, Chief Justice of the United States. His death ^as sudden and unexpected, the result of a heart attack. Mr. Vinson, 63, had served as Chief Justice since 1946, when he was appointed by former President Truman.. He was high in councils o£ the Democratic Party, and often served as party peacemaker. He was frequently men­ tioned as a possible Democratic candidate for the presidency. Specu"lation upon his successor quickly centered around California Governor Earl Warren, Who has indicated he will not be a candidate for reelec­ tion to that post. Chief Justice Vinson's successor, will be President Eisenhower's first Supreme Court appointee. — t 4" ADENAUER WINS IN GERMANY—Chancellor Konrad Adenauer won a smashing victory in last week's German elections. His Christian Democratic party won a clear majority of parliamentary seats and will be able to" govern without the assistance of the minor party members of his last coalition. The election was a setback for the Social Demo­ cratic party, which had made a serious bid for leadership under Eric Ollenhauer. The generai (German resentment against Secretary of State DuUes' alleged interference, due to his endorsement of Aden­ auer. apparently was not directed against the Chancellor or his party. German unions, which mainly supported the Social Democrats, suf­ fered defeats in many previously "safe" districts. Neither the Commu­ nists nor the Neo-Fascists won a single seat. 4 4 4 UNITED NATIONS SPLIT ON KOREA—While the uneasy truce prevails in Korea, there are serious differences of opinion between the United States and its allies in the United Nations oh the coming peace conference. United States Delegate Lodge's fight to keep India out of the conference displeased Britain' and France and seriously alienated the Asian-African bloc. The closeness of the vote and the-fact that the Latin American members were almost the only other members voting with the United States are viewed in many quarters as the most serious setback, yet suffered by the United States in the UN. Many delegates feel that with this sort of beginning, the conference is doomed to failure. 4 4 4 4 4 4 DULLES ANNOUNCES NEW FAR EAST POLICY—In his recent American Legion speech, Secretary of State Dulles outlined what he called a "new, dynamic" approach to the Far Eastern problem. He warned China against further encroachments in Asia andtndicated that if the war in Korea were reopened or if the war in Indo-China were accelerated, the Ijnited States would bomb Chinese sources of supply, a position taken at first by General MacArthur. Such threats seemed ill-tinied to a group , of Legionnaires, who presented a resolution con­ demning the recent five billion dollar cut in the Air Force budget. DEMOCRATS MEET IN CHICAGO—The Democratic Party held its first big meeting since last November's defeat in Chicago on Septem­ ber 15. Planned as a Welcome Home celebration for Adlai Stevenson, the meeting provided the opening shot for next year's Congressional election and was a move to heal all splits in the party. Former Gov • ernor Stevenson and former President Truman both addressed the meeting and had their licks, against the Eisenhower Administration. • * * UN WOOS RED US PRISONERS—The UN command in Korea has pledged that any American prisoners who refused to return to the Allied side may be sure of getting all the rights and protection guaran­ teed by US law if they should decide to change their minds at a later date. This announcement was seen as laying the approach that will be made by Allied "explainers" who .will have a chance to talk to all prisoners who refused to return, under the terms of the truce,, in an effort to get them to change their minds. The UN command has al­ ready expressed sympathy for those who preferred to stay in/Red hands, assuring them "our understanding of the pressures to which they have, been subjected." Pa*e Seven LOG Army Inflicts 'Combat Zone' Rule On Seamen In Korea Despite Truce Despite the fact that the fighting has stopped in Korea, and there is now a truce, the US Army is still following its "iron fist" policy toward merchant seamen in Korea ports, with voluminous "directives, instructions and restrictions." , Many observers have seen-^ this as an attempt by the situation came from the Bucyrus ments, "It seems to us that some­ Army to retain the powers it Victory (Waterman), When the body here must make quite a bit took for itself over merchant sea­ ship arrived in Inchon, a list of 22 of profit on us . . ." Bums explains men and other civilian personnel "instructions and restrictions" that seamen are given hwan at the while hhe fighting was being were posted aboard the vessel by "legal" exchange rate of 180-hwan waged. The SIU, meanwhile, has the "Headquarters, 21st transporta­ to a dollar, but that the exchange launched an investigation in tion medium port" over the signa­ rate ashore is about 300 hwan to Washington to determine whether ture of Wm. W. Lockwood, an a dollar, and prices are set accord­ the Army—or the Navy—has the officer in the Army's adjutant gen­ ingly, even in the Seamen's Clul>. right to restrict and order mer­ eral's co^s, the Army's corps of "So we lose money in the ex­ change," says Bums, "and pay just chant seamen in any foreign port, lawyers. and by what right the Army is Although the directive said that about double for everything." exercising this power in Korea. merchant seamen were "allowed" Originally, the Army used the ashore between 8 AM and 5 PM, fighting there as an excuse to in­ the Bucyrus Victory had trouble flict its "combat zone" restrictions ^ven getting men requiririg medi­ on merchant seamen. It claimed cal attention ashore.' A launch for that this was necessary for security the men requiring medical atten­ and safety and for carrying on the tion was promised by the Army for war. However, now the fighting is 8 AM, but never arrived at the ship. over and this excuse no longer "We flashed messages back and exists. But even during the fight­ forth all day," reports Charles ing, the Army's policy was never Burns, "but the launch didn't clear—even to the Army itself. In come." some cases, crews of vessels actu­ 'But Don't Touch Shore' ally in the combat zone were al­ F^pally, the ship asked the Army lowed shore leave and considerable Laurence E. "Blackie" Trent, a freedom of movement, while if it could use one of its own life­ former SeafareiVof nearly ten crews of ships hundreds of miles boats to get men ashore^for medi­ years' standing, knows what .it from any fighting were restricted cal attention. The Army's intel­ means to fight for your life. Right ligent reply was to give permission now he is recuperating from an to their ships. for the crew to use a lifeboat for amputated leg in St. Joseph's Hos­ Directives Vary The list of directives, instruc­ "a joy-ride around the harbor," pital in Houston, Texas. He> ly­ tions and restrictions, varies from but said the boat would not be al­ ing on his back, at ease, and-it's port to port in Korea. Now, with lowed to touch shore at all. one of the few times in his life In the mimeographed directive, that he's been able to-take things the fighting over, the Army no longer offers any excuses for its the Army told the merchant sea­ easy. "combat zone" restrictions, and men where they were "allowed" to Trent, who left'the SIU when he jealously guards its newly-found go, and where they were not per­ got his deck license, last worked mitted. They were told what gates as first mate aboard the tug Mar­ powers over civilians. The latest report of the Korean they must use to get on or off the garet Root. He's not taking life pier, told they would have to sign lying down, though. He's got ten in and out at the gates, and be mouths to feed, eight of which»besearched by the Army guards. long to his growing brood, and he's They were told that they would be determined to see that his off­ subject to "military policemen, spring are fed in the manner to shore patrols, Korean policemen, which they are accustomed. agents, etc." and that "break­ Tough Job Ahead NEVADA CITY, CAL.—The Re­ CID ing restrictions will subject the of­ "I've got a tough job ahead," the liance Pharmaceutical Company of fender to arrest." seaman said, looking ahead to the this city needed an aspirin after The restrictions included telling time when he will be discharged being socked with a Federal Trade Commission order to stop adver­ the merchant seamen how many from the hospital, raring to get his cigarettes or how many cigars they hands around the neck of the trou­ tising an arthritis cure. were allowed to carry, and included blesome world once again. "But The Commission ordered the company to stop claiming that "Ar- a long list of places , "off limits" to I've had it tough all my life. My tex" is a reliable treatment for American merchant seamen. The kids aren't hungry now, and neuritis, sciatica, bursitis, gout, seamen were prohibited from car­ they're not going to be—ever. I lumbago, arthritis and rheumatism. rying "any coin or currency except want all my friends in the SIU to know that old Blackie will be back "Artex," the Commission said, is Korean hwan . . ." On this last point. Bums com­ in circulation soon." mostly plain and simple aspirin. Ex-Seafarer Loses Leg, Not Spirit 'Miracle' Cure Only An Aspirin YOUR DOLLAR'S WORTH SEAFARERS GUIDE TO BETTER BUYING Buying Clothing After you've bougjit a new dress shirt, do you find it still fits after the first trip to the laundry? Do you know what kind of socks you can count on for longest wear? Or how to buy undershirts thai won't shrink in length while they stretch in width? It's not only that a man wants to buy his needs at rea­ sonable prices. He also wants to get decent service and satisfaction. Very often he doesn't, because a lot of stuff on the market isn't made fight and won't give good serv­ ice. Undoubtedly you've had experience yourself with shirts that faded^ and socks that developed holes in only one. or two wearings. To help Seafarers avoid shoddy goods in whatever port they shop in, here's the lowdown on how to pick good quality, and get value for your money in the hab,erdashery items we all have to buy frequently. Dress Shirts: It's easy enough to make sure a shirt won't shrink. Simply avoid buying any that isn't labeled "preshrunk." That allows up to 2 peixent additional shrink­ age. But you're even safer if the label guarantees there will be no more than 1 percent additional shrinkage. Biit besides the shrinkage, a shirt should be cut full. Maybe you never realized it, but shirts of the same marked size made by different manufacturers may vary notice­ ably. Some manufacturers may try to skimp on material One way you .ean tell is to hold different shii^ against ' eaOh other, ' But alsO look for little tucks at the back yoke and cuffs which indicate the shirt has been cut full. (Tucks at each shoulder blade are preferable to tucks at the center of the back yoke.) Generally you get more for your money in solid-color shirts than striped or patterned ones. The really good patterned shirts are "yarn-dyed," that is, woven of dyed yams. But these are expensive. • The lesser-quality ones have the color merely printed on the fabric rather than woven into it, and these are more subject to fading. If you do buy a printed shirt because it's reasonably priced and otherwise looks okay, look at the reverse side of the material to see if the pattern shows through clearly, in­ dicating a better-quality dyeing and printing job. One of the best clues to quality in a shirt is the smooth­ ness of the fabric, with no fuzziness, indicating combed cotton yarns have been used. Look for a tag saying the shirt has been hiade of cotton yarns. You'll find it will wear longer, and won't get dirty as quickly. For a Seafarer who may have to do his own ironing, dress-shirts with fused collars are a great hielp because the collars are stiff and stay fresher-looking longer with­ out starch, and are easier to iron. Undershirts.-: That same tip- about combed cotton yarns applies to undershirts and T-shirts. It doesn't pay to buy them if they aren't tagged "combed cotton," both for the sake of staying clean longer and for greater durability. Ribbed' knit undershirts and shirts hold their Shape better. Especially avoid buying basket-weave T-shirts Written exclusively for THE SEAFARERS LOG. by Sidney Margolius, Leading Expert on Buying which tend to shrink in length while becoming baggy in width. In "winter underwear," wool and cotton provides a freer passage of body heat, and thus is more comfortable, than all wool. Socks:. Cotton is generally more durable for socks than rayon, and cotton lisle makes the longest-wearing cotton socks. Lisle socks are smoother than ordinary cotton. Pick those with ribbed tops which hold their shape better. If you're out to buy warm socks, you might consider those made of dynel. They'll wear at least as well as high-quality woolen socks^ and have a great advantage for a man away from home of being easily washable with­ out shrinking, and of drying quickly. You can even throw them into the washing machine aboard ship (experiment­ ing first to make sure the dye won't run), which you can't generally do with wool socks unless they have been treated to be shrink-resistant like the Army socks. But dynel socks have one disadvantage in common with nylon socks; they don't absorb perspiration readily and some men find them uncomfortable. Why do socks often wear out so quickly—sometimes after just a couple of wearings? One frequent reason is that many men buy socks a little too short: Another is that soCks need to be washed soon after wearing, be­ cause perspiration and dirt weaken the fibre if they lie around unwashed. Tip: rub a little paraffin on the toes and backs of the heels of your socks to help resist wear; the paraffin will last through several washlpgs. •W. I1 �- 'Ajr'-J' rweSUhi SEAFAK^BS ' '-ScsiemlMr :1^ ms LOC -'M-' CASH BENEFITS 5 • ^ ( SEAFARERS WELFARE, VACATION PLANS RSPORT OH BENEFITt PAlO I '^^''j'"' h> : l^-" Seafarer Gilbert Piersall, shown above, not only conies back to "Biff" Mamou, La., but he comes back often. Catapulted Into the national spotliffht via a biff sonff hit, the town of Mamou is a center of activity for SIU shrimpers and tankermen and Is growlnff more popular daily. ^Big Mamou' Home For tiack Alid SIU For the past few months, it was hardly possible to pass a radio or juke box without hearing a plaintive lament wherein a brassy-throated female is begging someone named "Jack" to "please come back and^ make me happy and live with safety when they are away and me in Big Mamou." Well, the welcomes them home with open \:^ • I -v!', I I • I I :V?-' • s I m||?V' • secret is out in the open and we have Seafarer Gilbert Piersall to thank for this inside information. The "Jack" of the song is an SIU man and the singer could be his sweetheart in their hometown of "Big" Mamou, Louisiana. Brother Piersall, with the aid of unofficial town historian il. J. Reed, sent along to the LOG a good deal of information about the little town of Mamou, Louisiana, suddenly thrown into the national spotlight as a result of the phe­ nomenal success of the song hit. Big Mamou. The SIU, it appears, is well-represented in Mamou, Louisi­ ana. According to Piersall, the little town (800 until it suddenly tripled in size) has more SIU members than any town its size in the country. Most of the Seafarei's are/tankermen and shrimpers who make their homes in the little Cajun village when not plying the network of waters which is South Louisiana. SIU And Fait Dodo Mamou has come upon pros­ perous times in the last few years (even before the song made it a national byword) and this is due in no small degree to the Union and the tremendous gains it has made for its'members. Mamou is proud of these boys, prays for their [l§ Keep Droit Board Posted ilii' SIU Headquarters urges, all draft eligible seamen to'be sure they keep their local Se.leetive Service boards posted on all changes of address through the use of the post cards furnished at all SIU halls and aboard ships. Failure to keep jour draft board informed of your where­ abouts can cause you to be listed as a delinquent and be drafted into the services with­ out a hearing. The Union in such cases can do nothing to aid Seafarers who fail to com­ ply. arms and Fait Dodos when they return. Seafaring is an old tradition in Mamou, dating back to the old French shrimp fleets. The region claims to supply more seagoing and Navy ipen than any part of Louisiana or Texas. Historians at­ tribute the nautical nature of these people to the Bretons, French fish­ ermen, who originally settled in the area. More'plausible, perhaps, is the proximity to the Gulf ports and the busy waterways of South Louisiana. Situated in Louisiana's Cajun country, the town and surrounding ai'ea have customs and traditions unique and charming. The people are amiable and easy going and the enjoyment of life is, with them, a serious business. The Saturday night Fait Dodo is the social event of the week. In Cajun parlance it means "make sleep." It is not unusual to see four generations of a family in attend­ ance at one of these soirees. The children fall asleep long before th| evening is done and some authori­ ties establish the nanxe with this fact. Gambling And Tobasco Seafarer Piersall was- the owner of the City Cocktail Parlor, §ite of many a Fait Dodo and apparently more. When the new.^state admin­ istration cracked down on gambling in the parishes, owner Piersall sadly decided to sell his dance hall and return to the sea. Whenever he is on the beach in New Orleans, Lake Charles, Orange or Houston, however, he quickly makes tracks for Grand Mamou. This is the area of Cajun cook­ ing, which some gourmets consider the world's best. Here families eat red beans and rice, tobasco sauce, gumbo file, okra gumbo, shrimp Creole, jambalaya, turtle soup, oyster pie, crayfish bisque and boiled shrimp and crayfish. With these superb dishes go a sort of Louisiana' vln ordinaire, . cheap white and red wines, and coffee and ebickory. Only in a song would mjium have trouble getting Jack td^eeme.hack to Big MaauuL y/o9 «ddr No. Seafarers Receivina Benefits this Period Average Benefits Paid Each Seafarer Total Benefiti Paid this Period J.? 37S- AfELFARE, VACATION EENEPITS PAID THIS PERIOD HosDical Benefits Death Benefits IXIa Vsencion Benefits Tntsl wd ' 9¥ . ' ' r 37o^- WELFARE* VACATION BENBPITS PAID PREVIOUStY 1 3LS.ii6 •ool LL4SLU£ HosDicsl Benefits Paid Since Tulv 1.1950 • v3 DisabUitv Benefits Pnid Since Mav 1. 1952 • Msternitv Benefits Paid iSiace Aoril 1. 1952 * V^J B«LL TMU • c Si«. FTII. 1M2 . I' - WELFARE, VACATION PLAN AUETI WKCDtiiUL CwhooHud veI6ue C7J VftCftcios Esckmued AccoufUS Receivable Veifure US Governmept Bonda (Welfare) Real Estate (Welfare) Other Assets - TrMglgg Ship (Welfare) TOTAL ASSETS U ool i^,t' COMhENTSi There is a groiiying tendency on the part^of benefici­ aries under the Seafarers Welfare Flan io engage legal counsel or other outside assistance in connection with de^ith benefit claims. ' Fersons covered by the Flan are urged to tell their beneficiaries that in the event of their death, that they need only to notify the Welfare Office or the nearest SIU union hall. Prompt attention is given to all claims and the; services of a third party are 'not necessary or required A brief letter with the death certificate is sufficient for the payment of ^sath'benefits, SukmUtui 9/1V53 • .. . and, remember tkis... q ^ ' ^;Jr All these are yours ^widjoiit eoBtributing a sini^ nickelpn your pari —'Collectiag StU fits is whether it's for hoi^ital, birth* dissbiir^ or deathYou. gtft hskt rate persK»nal serWee iaowwdiitBly thSBBih your Union'i repiieBeatativeti ! • siv •Jiw Y 'Y- .' .'V, �Septembe* IS, IMt SEAFARERS UNION TALK Pace Nfai* LOC T Seafarer Runs Aground In Baltimore Hospital By KEITH TERFS Your organizers have apeot « lot of time and energy eiilplaining the meming of security to At­ lantic tankermen, bcKSause that, certainly. Is the one all-embracing term i« which you can wrap up every­ thing the SI (J standi for. The non-Union seaman knows security oidy aar something the company promises but never puts down in writing; his counterpart, as a member of a bona fide maritime trade union like the SIU, knows it as something very real, however. He comes and goes as he pleases, ships when and where he wants, and kowtows to no one in order to earn his livelihood. The union seaman, the Seafarer, knows that if he does his Job in a proper fashion and according to contract, his Union will stand behind hbn all the way in any legitimate beef with the shipowner. He can count on that protection, along with his own ability on the Job, to keep him working as long as he wants. For its part, the Union, through its extensive representation appartus, is always on the spot when the Seafarer needs assistance and, most impoytant, comes through with help at the right time. That is a measure of the security enjoyed by SIU members, and a cornerstone of the protective formula we are now offering to Atlantic seamen. Threats Of Economic Disaster There Is a very thinly-disguised threat of economic disaster evident all around you, however, when you work for the Atlantic Refining Com­ pany. In this respect, the Independent tanker company set-ups ane very much like all the totalitarian governments that have come and gone with their philosophy that you must conform or get out. In the Seafarer Jeff Davis won't be boiling around engine departments for quite a while, as he is shown in Balti­ case of these countries, the so-called "non-conformist," the little guy more hospital bed with cast on his left leg and hip. Hospital attendant and pulley will be doing all the who chooses not to believe in everything he is told, who sees around him .that many things are black even when he Is told that black is work as he Just i:elaxes and takes it easy for a while. really white, can only get out horizontally. His troubles are over, and everything is really black for him from then on. But the seaman in most of these outfits like Atlanic isn't as bad oit, of course; at least it doesn't seem so unless you're in that position. Over the years a seamgn is shipmates with thousands of different men, but when Sea­ The sailor who refuses to accept the company line about how well he's being treated, how safe his Job is and how if he toes the mark they'll farer ChM-les Kellogg cocked his weather eye at the figtire making his way aboard his give him a slice of the moon, usually winds up" on the beach, out of a ship recently the memory jof a trip thirty years earlier stirred in his mind. Job, with no livelihood-and no prospects. "I was QM on the Santore-^ He learns you can't talk "union" in an outfit like that and still stay coming through the Panama well as older ships and storms at strike on the West Coast. Kellogg on the Job; and that if he wants to hold on to his bread and butter, Canal," Kellogg wrote the sea were, dredged up from the remembers that he signed on as he's got to swallow his independence and self-respect first. That's the LOG, "When the pilot came aboard. dusty barrel of memories as the an AB for $45 a month at the end plight of the unorganized worker in any industry today. He was sort of old and gray and Santore made its way between the of the strike in April, 1922. Prior a little bald and wore dark sun oceans. Kellogg, it seems, lost to the ill-fated strike, he had been More Than 100 Men Forced Out glasses. There seemed to be some­ track of C. Baverstock, the pilot, making $72 per mototh. This lesson has been brought home very concretely to Atlantic men thing familiar about him. When some time after that and it was The trip across, Kellogg recalled, in" the past year. They've seen Jjetter than a hundred of their number he started giving me orders, his only recently he discovered that was uneventful, the bark making forced 8ut of the fleet by the company's anti-union policy, since Sep­ voice, too, seemed familiar." his old friend and shipmate had it to Kobe in 65 days after a stop tember, 1952. This figure is real and real people are involved, working After three hours of conversa­ been a pilot on the Canal for 20 at Grays Harbor. When he reached seamen who were fired or intimidated to the point where they bad tion as the ship pursued its halt­ years. Japan, the first person he met was to get' out. This is the tanker company application of the doctrine of ing way through the Canal, Kel­ The two seafaring men joined another old pal, Duke Dushane, "conform or get out." logg came up with the solution forces aboard the Joseph Dollar who was on the beach at the time. For the seaman in Atlantic today, it means that if the present labor to the problem he had been toying less than a year after the 1921 Dushane liked the port so much set-up in Atlantic is continued,, one out of every eight men in the fleet with since the pilot first came that he couldn't be enticed from —four men on every ship—won't be on the Atlantic payroll by this aboard. Determining that the pilot it and onto the ship for the return time in 1954. This is • certainty because of the company's-calculated was a native Caiifomian, Kellogg run after some men signed off. policy of keeping a large, turnover in employees, In order to keep whooped with the glee df remi­ The bark made it back to As­ the number of men getting seniority bonuses at a minimum. This niscence as he revealed to tlie toria in 31 days, for a trip of six much-publicized "percentage pay," whereby men with longterm service wondering pilot that they had been months and a payoff of less than receive a percentage ot their base pay scaled according to tlieir length shipmates 31 years earlier on the $100 for Kellogg by the time of of service with the company, is something the short-timers receive to Joseph Dollar, a four-masted bark. the final '•eckoning? Reminiscence keep them with the company, but there are tew oldtimers around any­ is all right, thought Kellogg as he Trade Stories looked over a picture taken aboard more who draw this gratuity. No time was lost between the the ship back in ihose post-World The men in the fleet are waking up to the fact that although "per­ two in trading reminiscences of a War I days, but he'd rather have centage pay," an old company union gimmick to keep employees from voyage which lasted six months those modern SIU payoffs to go seeking bona fide unionism,, is a big propaganda ^oint raised by the and took them from San Francisco along ^\1th his day dreams of yes­ company, very few people enjoy, it. There's little security in that to Kobe, Japan, and back to As­ teryear. toria, Oregon. Old' shipmates as when you sail with a one-company set-up. -'-I Shipmates Ot 30 Yrs Ago Meet Cartoon History Of The SIU Reports at the 1048 SIU Agents Conference showed that the Union was in excellent shape. InIncreases in the Cleneral Fund,,shd the i^rlke Fund amounted to 25 percent in past two years. MeanWhile, the Union had increased its real estate hold* ings through purchase building-fmr a new hall in the port Orleans. :^ ; I • V •• • The State Of The Vaion ' Although the -Union had successfully come through the 1946 General Strike, the Isthmian or­ ganizing campaign and other important beefs, tlie forward progress had not stopped. The agents agreed to tighten the Union's strike apparatus for i-'o.sslble emergencies and to undertake a "help other unions" progtam. . No. 40 The program arrived at by tlie agents received the wholehearted eidorsement of the membership. In secret referendum the members voted 10-1 to adopt the program. (The vote was a ringfng asser­ tion of union strength and a warning to shipowners and enemies of the Tnion that the organization vvas Jully united. ..-M �•PS. 9 iNiMeiiW lk.'19s;i. SEAF AKtod PORT REPORIS......... New York: Union Sqnaring Mew Restriclions Beef It seems that the bulk of ship­ \TS^ I S --C 11r t--;' 11 I I ' v. • '*5 J ping laid up as a result of the Korean Cease-Fire is being handled in this port. Three of the seven ships laid up since hostili­ ties ceased, the Bessemer Victory, Carroll Victory and Burbank Vic­ tory are all in New York. They will probably go to southerh ports for final berthing. Black' Gang shipping continues to be excellent. Ships paid off included the fol­ lowing: Bessemer Victory (Alcoa); Kathryn, Rosario and Suzanne (Bull); Archer's Hope, Cantigny and Council Grove (Cities Serv­ ice); Captain N. B. Palmer (Dol­ phin); Burbank Victory (Eastern); S^fel Flyer and Steel Maker (Isthmian); Bull Run (Petrol Tank­ ers); Sea Garden (Penin. Nav.); Seatrains New Jersey • and New York (Seatrain), and Carroll Vic­ tory (South Atlantic). Three of the ships signing on were: Bjnghamton Victory (Bull); Robin Kirk (Robin), and Mobilian (Waterman). In transit are Alcoa Pioneer, Al­ coa Planter (Alcoa); Beatrice (Bull); Alamar (Calmar); Logan's Fort (Cities Service); Steel Direc­ tor and Steel iFabricator (Isth­ mian); Robin Hood (Robin); Seatrains Georgia and Savannah- (Seatrain); and Chickasaw and DeSoto (Waterman). Restriction Beefs Several ships came in for payoff recently with restrictions beefs. In straightening out these com­ plaints we have told all companies involved that they are liable for overtime pay for keeping men aboard ship without having gov­ ernment restriction orders for countries where restrictions oc­ curred. These orders, in some cases, could come from military authorities in occupied countries. We advise ship's delegates, ip the future to secure copies of restric­ tion orders from ship captains im­ mediately and send it to us along with all relevant facts. This will enable us-to ha\fe all such cases ironed out before ships come in for payoff and save time and trou­ ble for the patrolmen. Claude Simmons Ass't. Sec.-Treas. t. '• t. Baltimore: . m-. 1 •'^.'' •' I TH : |i'\ I ti '.. . k'S.- 1#^:; I't, • • ••''A':--" I V. tj. Allanlie SlU Men Receive Benefiis Shipping continues fair in this port and there are always jobs on the Ore ships making the South American run. • Earl Shepard, Baltimore Port Agent, has been down in Newport News this week helping out in the Atlantic Tanker drive. Two of the Atlantic men. Jack Snyder and Buckshot Alverson, are- in the USPHS hospital here receiving their weekly welfare benefits. Buckshot had some photos taken and these have been submitted to the LOG. These brothers received full SIU benefits, while in the hos­ pital, and were told to contact the nearest hall for any further assist­ ance they may need. Everyone here is concerned over the closing of the USPHS hospitals. It is gratifying to us to note the amount of interest shown by ordi­ nary citizens in this proposed "economy"' move. The Baltimore Federation of Labor arid Congress­ men Gartmatz, Fallon and Friedel have all given us their support in this fight. We hope other branches are working on this thing and ob­ taining similar support. In view of ^ the Interest in these .• developments in this port, we were particularly interestedln the LOG story on developments. We would suggest that other ports take an interest In initiating action along these lines. Now is the time to get behind this thing and prevent the closing of the establishments. We suggest that other SIU ports get behind Congressmen, other labor organizations, newspapers, civic leaders and the like and make a concerted effort to save these USPHS facilities. Only by a planned campaign using every source at. our disposal can our fight be successful. Why not use these columns, or other columns in the LOG, to keep each other posted on what the various ports are doing to make this fight a suc­ cess? In the hospital here are the fol­ lowing: J. R. Snyder, I. H. Rose, D. Sykes, N. Tober, V. Williams, R. Shields, D. Rivers, S. Tate, A. Defillippe, J. Davis and C. Clark. Ships paid off Include: Portmar (Calmar); Oremar, Marore, Baltore, Bethore, and Santore (Ore); Robin Goodfellow (Seas); Edith, Inez, ^ae and Evelyn (Bull); Val-Chem (Valentine); Mobilian and J. B. Waterman (Waterman);" Steel Di­ rector (Isthmian); and Government Camp (Cities Service). Old Salt Signed on were: Oremar, Marore, Bethore and Santore (Ore); Portmar (Calmar); Edith, Mae, Inez and Evelyn (Bull); Val-Chem (Val­ entine); Govern­ ment Camp (Cit­ ies Service); Mo­ bilian and J. B. Waterman (Wa­ terman); and Steel Flyer (Isth­ mian). In transit Komeliussen were: Robin Kirk Robin Goodfellow (Seas); Chiwawa (Cities Service); Antinous, Afoundria, Chickasaw and Azalea City (Waterman); Steel Maker (Isth­ mian); Alcoa Pointer and Alcoa Roamer (Alcoa); and Yorkmar (Cal­ mar). One of the oldtimers ^gyho just breezed Into the hall was our old friend Kornelius Komeliussep. Komelius was a sight for sore eyes. He'd been on the Fort Bridger for eleven moriths and is now looking forward to a little Stateside rest. He is one of our militant engineroom men. A book member since 1941, he has always done a bang-up job. He rates the SIU the best labor organization in the world and is always one of the first to talk Union to new men. It's good to have him about again. Earl Sbeppard Baltimore Port Agent New Orleans: \ New Orleans POE Te Be Naflen's Largest Shipping in New Orleans is hold­ ing its own and should continue to do so. There has been only one boneyard ship in the port, to date. The Gulfwater, which had been idle, is crewing up and making preparations to sail. All important beefs were settled at payoff without delay. The re­ striction to ship beef on-the Hattiesburg Victory (Alcoa) involved 24 days and amounted to quite a bit of money. It begins to look as if the Port of Embarkation here in New Or­ leans will be the biggest POE in the United States. General Harold Duffie, who recently became Com­ mandant of the POE, -said he would not be satisfied until the POE doubled the cargo from the port. As quite a number of SIU compa­ nies carry Army cargo, this ex­ pected increase should be a great boon to shipping in this port. New Wharfage The new $2,500,000 wharf at Thalia Street will close the last re­ maining gap on the East Bank of the Mississippi River between the Industrial Canal and the ^Public Grain Elevator. This will give New Orleans a continuous wharf of about six miles. New Orleans is now celebrating the Sesquecentenniel Anniversary of .4^e Louisiana purchase. Parti­ cipating in this event are Interna­ tional House, the International Trade Mart, the Dock Board and all shipping interests. Particular stress will be laid upon the role of the port of New Orleans and the tremendous volume of Latin American trade. Efforts will be made during this event, to in­ crease trade with that area. Ships paid off were: Hattiesburg Victory (Alcoa); Del Rio, Del Sud and Del Valle (Mississippi); Antinious (Waterman); Catahoula (Na­ tional Navigation); and Gulfwater (Metro). Sign-ons were Del Campo, Del Sud hnd Del Viento (Mississippi); and Anne Butler (Bloomfield). In transits were: the Clipper, Pioneer, Pennant, Corsair and Pil­ grim (Alcoa);..Steel Scientist and Steel Director (Isthmian); Del Campo and Del Viente (Mississip­ pi); Seatrains Savannah and New York (Soetrain); Citrus Packer, Claiborne, Maiden Creek, Andrew Jackson and Monarch of the Seas (Waterman); Southern States .and Southern Cities (Southern); Evelyn (Bull); Southport (South Atlantic). The fifty book assortment made available through the LOG Fund was distributed this week to the USPHS hospital here. Reaction to this latest SIU service was imme­ diate and enthusiastic. We are try­ ing to get a blood bank started at the hospital in the name of the SIU. In the hospital are Jack Bates, Joe Colls, John Murry, Ted Terrington and Bob Adams. Con­ gratulations to Butch Wright, Delmar Kelly and Bill Olds, who are the latest to apply for maternity benefits. Lindsey J. Williams New Orleans Port Agent ( SIU, A&G District Nnw VORK. .. 675 4W. STerllng 8-4670 NORFOLK 127-129 Bank St. Phone 4-1083 PHILAp^PHIA 337 Market St. S. CarduUo. Agent Market 7-1635 PORT ARTHUR 411 - Austin St Don Hilton, Rep. Phone 4-2341 SAN FRANCISCO 450 Harrison St. r. Banning, Agent Douglas 2-5475 Coast Representative PUERTA do TIERRA, PR Pelayo 51—La 5 Agent Phone 2-5996 CRUZ Calle Bolivar 25 pending •SAVANNAH ... . • • • 3 Abercorn St. Agent Phone 3-1728 SEATTLE.,.;...,.. .3700 1st Av«. Jeff GlUette. Agent ElUott 4334 TAMPA 1809-1811 N. Franklin St. Kay White. Agent Phone 2-1323 WILMINGTON. Calif 505 Marine Ave. John Arabasz, Agent Terminal 4-2874 HEADQUARTERS . 675 4th Ave.. Bklyn. SECRETARY-TREASURER Paul HaU ASST. SECRBTABY-THEASURERS Robert Matthews -- Joe Alglna Claude Simmons Joe Volplan William HaU SUP HONOLULU 18 Merchant St. Phone 5-8777 PORTLAND 523 N. W. Everett St. Beacon 4336 RICHMOND, CALir 257 5th St. Phone 2599 SAN FRANCISCO 450 Harrison St. < Douglaa 3-8383 SEATTLE .;... 2700 1st Ave. Main 0290 WILMINGTON 505 Marine Ave. Terminal 4-3131 NEW YORK..... 675 4th Ave.. Brooklyn STerUng 8-4^71 Canadian District MONTREAL 824 St. J£nes St. West PLateau 8161 13^ HoUla St, Vhonei 3-8811 HALUAJL N.fc.... WllfflinglonDHe Kudos For Wealbar, Shipping . Shipping continues fine in this Southern California port, with no rain or hot or cold nights. Come and get it! This rosy situation will continue. We received many men from other ports and all -who wanted to ship are now out on the sea, I ' Seawind (Seatraders) paid off here and signed on again. Compass (Compass) also signed on at Wil­ mington, 4" J" t In transit were; Lafayette, Raphael Semmes, Bienville, Fair- • Savannah: port and City of Alma (Waterman); Amerocean (Blackchester); Trans­ atlantic (Pacific Waterways); Mai-y Adams (Bloomfield); The* Cabins (Cabins); Seavictor (Bournemouth); Shipping in this South Atlantic Republic (Trafalgar); Seamar and port continues to be fair and no Marymar (Calmar); Magnolia Mari­ let up is in sight. All major beefs ner (Mississippi); and Michael were settled quickly by the Union. (Carras). The Southwind (South Atlantic) Union Hits Delays came into port, paid off and signed All beefs were settled to the sat­ on again. isfaction of tjie SIU men involved. Included in transit were: Sea­ These were principally overtime trains" Savannah, New York and matters on the Seawind (much of Louisiana (Seatrain); Wacosta, this for supervising foreign^ labor) Yaka and Azalea City (Waterman); and the Raphael Semmes. In some Bradford Island (Cities Service); cases where tjie companies had Southstar (South Atlantic); Robin been slow in paying off men for Tuxford (Seas Shipping); and hospitalization, the Union demand­ Southern District (Southern Ship­ ed and received repatriation pay­ ping). ments of eight dollars per day until Foiur crewmen arrangements are made to pay. of the Seatrain This, we feel, will nip this delaying New York were business. Again, where beefs of this kind injured when a stage they were come up, it would help us in set­ working on col- tling them to the satisfaction of lasped. Those in­ members if SIU men will inform volved were J. B. us immediately, through ship's dele­ Sellers, Edward gates, of the complaint, together , Duffy, Arthur with all information. This should Comstock and be particularly emphasized when Sellars Walter Hantusch. cases of restrictions come up. Com­ The injuries were all minor and panies are held liable in all cases all are on the mend, we are happy where government restriction or­ to report. ders have not been issued by the military authorities or other au­ CTood Fishing The weather has improved con­ thorized government agencies. If this iriformations is in hand, siderable and it now rains only every third day. Fishing has been the SIU patrolmen can investigate good and the speckled trout are and arrange for settling of these biting, although no catfish have beefs before payoff. This will elim­ inate needless delay at payoff time turned up yet. On the beach here are J. B. and save time and trouble f^r the Sellars, who is recuperating from Seafarers and the patrolmen. ^ The companies here know we the accident referred . to; W. R. Brightwell, J. Nelson, A. D. Smith, mean busiriess and will tolerate W. J. Wolf, G. W. Burke and E. no monkey business on beefs con­ cerning restrictions, hospitalization Sims. In the USPHS hospital here are or any other matters, where Union J. A. Call, W. E. Hantusch, A. C. men have legitimate complaints. Comstock, M. J. Lohr, F. W. Grant, Our quick action on these hospi­ J. Littleton, K. C. Bumgarner, talization beefs should prove pur W. E. Freymouth, L. T. McGowan position to the shipowners. Men'Missing Ships and J. E. Duffy. This is a busy port for ships in Jeff Morrison transit, most of which are in for Savannah Port Agent bunkers. They hoist anchor and usually depart within twelve hours of arrival. Since 36me rnen have , been hoping somethihg would hap­ pen to delay;.sailing and, missipg, the ships, the membership is cracking down and has cut the FORT WILLIAM... 118>A Syndicate Ave. number down considerably. Ontorlo Phone: 3-3231. Oldtimers on the beach here are PORT COLBORNE 103 Durham St. Ontario . Phone: 5591 Charlie Neumier, Viggo Sorrensen TORONTO. Ontario. 272 King St. E. EMplre 4-5719 and Paul Brady. Among the VICTORIA, BC 817V8 Cormorant St. Empire 4531 younger set are Alex Stankiewicz, VANCOUVER. BC 565 Hamilton St. Charles Prevatt and Joe "Balti- • PaclRc 7824 SYDNEY. NS 304 Charlotte St. more" Carroll, ' Phone 6346 Arthur Lindsey and Joe Pereira BAGOTVILLE. Quebee J. 20 Qgln St, Phone: 545 are in the USPHS hospital. Both THOROLD. Ontario 53 St. Davids St. are reported doing well and should ^ CAnal 7-3202 QUEBEC 113 Cote Da La Montague be out in the near future. Some of Quebec Phone: 3-7078 SAINT JOHN 177 Prince WlUlam St. the boys recuperating have been ' NB Phone: 3-5233 making their, old rounds in Sari. Pedro and Los , Angeles. The Great Lakes District ALPENA 133 W. netcher weather here is really up to Cali­ Phone: 1238W fornia Chamber of Commerce BUFFALO. NY 188 Main Sf. Phone: Cleveland 7391 specifications. We would like to CLEVELAND 734 Lakeside Ave.. NE "compare notes with our Florida Phone: Main 1-0147 DETROIT .-. 1038 3rd St. brothers on climate and citrus Headquartera Phone: Woodward 1-6857 fruits, ... DULUTH 531 W. lOchlgan St. Phone: Melrose 2-4110 v...Joho.Araba8z . HK)? • SOUTH CHICAGO 3361 E. 93nd St. Wilmington Port Afeiiii '-'; Pbosoi Ssseg 6-3410- Fonr Crewmen Injured When Slage Collapses iru HAXsIs DMRECTORY BALTIMORE 14 North Gay St. ff!rl,Sheppard, Aeent Mulberry 4540 BOS-IPN 276 State St. James Sheehan, Asent Richmond 2-0140 GALVESTON , 3081,4 23rd St. Keith Alsop, Agent Phone 2-8448 LAKE CHARLES, La 1419 Ryan St. ^roy Clarke. Agent Phone 6-5744 Dolphin Hotel Sl'Uf. Agent Miami 9-4791 MOMLE 1 South Lawrence St. 2-1754 Agiit " Wilmington: �>p]>ieiiiber 19, Un Pas« Elerea SEAFARERS LOG .... PORT REPORTS Seattle: Seattle Shipping Teiais increasing Shipping in Seattle continues to be goo^d and there is no indication of any letup. The dispatcher in this port has been kept busy. Among ships in transit in this port are the Massmar (Calmar); Bienville and Keystone Mariner (Waterman); and The Cabins (Cabins). Fred Sullins was in recently. He is a steward and started ship­ ping in '1943, when his. first ship was SIU. He got his book early in 1944 and has seen, first­ hand, the prog­ Sullins ress made by the Union during his membership. Fred is thoroughly sold on the SIU and is one of the Union's best press agents. Most of his sailing has been out of Mobile and New York, but he has been on the West Coast since 1950. It looks like he will be permanently among us, as he recgptiy bought property here in Seattle. He says he prefers the Far East runs from West Coast ports. / Fred was vepy active in the Isthmian , beef and- stood picket duty in;New .York. We are happy to have Fred out here for good. •. Oldtimers on the beach here are F. R. England and W. W. Wells. Men in the USPHS hospital in­ clude A. Compau, E. Edinger and M. Newman. The American Newspaper Guild here is still striking the Seattle Times and the paper has not ap­ peared in over two months. Man­ agement has steadfastly refused to meet union demand and all at­ tempts at settlement have proved fruitless. Jeff GilleUe Seattle Port Agent "i Mobile: Mobile Chosen First Mariiime Lay-Up Peri Shipping has been very good in Mobile for the past two weeks. We shipp^ed 24 men to regular jobs and over 200 men to various relief Jobs in the harbor. We paid off the Steel Scientist here last week and hope that the Isthmian C-3s, which are scheduled to begin operating from Gulf ports, will be signing on and paying off in this port more frequently. Ships in transit here were In nurprisingly good shape, with few beefs to report and most of these minor ones. These were quickly settled to the satisfaction of crews concerned. The port of Mobile has been selected by the Maritime Adminis­ tration to use as a lay-up port for the first fourteen Victerys going back to the reserve fleet, after having been on the Korean run. These, ships are serviced to such an extent that they can be put back, into service on twenty-four hours' notice. The first three have already gone into the resdrve but thus far there have been no SIU Victorys sent up. — Our only hospital case is Charles (Buster) Wells, who is recovering from a leg operation. A few - oldtimers on the beach hebe are Willie Reynolds, Charlie Spencer; Lotus , Stone, Jimmie Funnel, Harold Long, Fred Havard,. Frits Weidgreen, Joe Crawford, Fred DeLoach, Wilson Demouy, J. Foster, Herb Bliss, Roy Pritchett, Tate Hall, Frank' Paltneir and John Geoirgd. • '7" ' , • / Since we showed the motion pic­ ture "The Seafarers," at our local membership meeting we have had several requests tO show the pic­ ture to our. allied locals. As soon as we can make the necessary ar­ rangements, we plan to show it to all Marine Allied Workers Divi­ sions and the Fisherman, Harbor Pilots and other Interested groups. Cat Tanner Mobile Port Agent 3^ . 4" Galveston: 4" Seafarers Asslsling Construction Trades Shipping continues fair in this Texas port and indications are that it is expected to jdck up. The Anne Butler (Bloomfield) paid off here recently. In transit were the Citrus Packer, Wacosta and Andrew Jackson (Waterman); Edith (Bull); Margaret Brown (Bloomfield); Sweetwater (Metro); Southport (South Atlantic); Seatrains Louisiana, Texas and New Jersey (Seatrain); Southern States (Southern Trading); and Archers Hope (Cities Service). Events have been going along on an even keel in Galveston. There were no beefs reported for any of the ships touching port here. Construction Trades Out On the beach here are the fol­ lowing: C. Roberts, J. Lippincoll, J. Oliver, A. Rahn, A. Manuel, R. Matthews and W. Hoy. At the marine hospital are J. VonHolden, C. Barboza, H. Liles, H. Forbes and J. Markopolo. On the local labor front the con­ struction strike continues, with the Construction Workers, Operating Engineers and Laborers still out. Tourist traffic to Galveston has been heavy through the summer. Most visitors have been Houstonians, but there has been a substan­ tial number of tourists on the beach in this old port. Fishing boats have been going out almost daily, most of these on charter. The lack of gambling activity, compared to the lush old days, has put visitors to their own devices more than ever. Jean Lafitte There has been a revival of in­ terest in the old Galveston and New Orleans privateer and, accord­ ing to many, pirate. Two new books on the life of Lafitte have appeared recently and several parties of tourists have come to Galveston and inquired about his local haunts. They had come from New Orleans, Barataria Bay and Grand Terre (across from Grand Isle) in Louisiana. Keith Alsop X Galveston Port Agent Lake Charles: Lake Gharies Ualon Saiale Papermakers Shipping in Lake Charles con­ tinues good after last week's spurt. There are no indications of any slack. The Christos M (Marine) paid off here after a rlin of five and a half months. There was a beef here in regard to restriction to ship. Tjie Union went to work on this imme­ diately. There were no other com­ plaints for the period. ». In transit were the Chiwawa, Cantigny, Government Camp, French Creek, Royal Oak, Logans Fort, Bents Fort and Winter Hill Cities Service): Bull Run (Pet­ rol Tankers); and Andrew Jackson (Waterman). The Christos M signed on imme­ diately and almost cleaned us out of personnel, particulaiiy' rated men. Our nomination for Seafarer of the Week is T. A. Scanlon, who sails in the engine department in 411 ratings. He feels that SIU is tops and never fails to point this out to new men. He is one of the Union's most effective boosters in this area. On the beach here are R. M. Thompson, our old standby, J. Creshire, S. Poole, W. J. Vincent, L. Fuselier and a few others. Support Paperworkera On the labor front here all is quiet and everyone seems happy, with the noteworthy exception of the paperworkers over in Elizabeth. This has been one of the longest and most violent postwar strikes. They have been out -u'ell over a year and are determined to stay out until their demands are met. The company seems to show no in­ terest in the union's position and is still making sporadic efforts to break the strike, with scant suc­ cess. Hats off to the paperworkers. Leroy Clark Lake Charles Port Agent 4^ 4- 4" Boston: Grant Union Demands On Gverlime Dispnle Shipping in this port is picking up considerably and indications are that it will remain good. The three major beefs were all settled promptly and satisfactorily. On the Alexandra we collected over 200 hours of disputed over­ time. We also had some logs, con­ sidered unjust, dropped. Delayed sailing was paid to all eligible men on the Royal Oak and men who missed ship were paid trans­ portation plus meals and wages for rejoining their ship. Pumpmen were paid overtime for working on bilges in pumprooms. Paying off were the Queenston Heights (Seatrade); and Benls Fort, Alexandra, (Carras); French Creek and Royal Oak (Cities Serv­ ice). These same vessels all signed on. In transit were: Steel Maker and Anniston City (Isthmian): DeSoto (Waterman); and Robin Doncaster (Seas). Model Builder John Scully, our well-known model ship builder, was in cently with a report that he is working on another model of his last ship, the Ann Marie. His last model came to grief in an ili-fated porthole launching. Free from the distractions of shipboard living, he thinks he will be able to complete this model with a minimum of in­ terruption. Several Seafarers here have hobbies of this sort and we feel sure that brothers in other ports have similar interests. Perhaps these columns of the LOG, or an­ other part of the paper could be used to exchange information on hobbies and related activities. It might be possible to eventually carry a hobby column or a hobby page. We believe that encourage­ ment of these interchanges of in­ formation would make the LOG an even more interesting paper. . The Yarmouth has about wound up her season's cruising and is pre­ paring to leave. We can honestly say we will miss the old ship in these waters. The delegates on this ship have done a bang up job and have kept their ship a credit to the SIU. The recent Reader's Digest article about the Union caused a good deal of favorable comment in this port. The LOG articles on the situation in regard to the USPHS hospitals were read avidly by men in the marine hospitals here, as well as the doctors and the staff, who see the need for quick action to save these institu­ tions. Opposition to plans to close down these necessary facilities is grow­ ing by leaps and bounds. We are pleased to note the ^action being taken by our Baltimore brothers and hope that something similar can be accomplished up here in New England. Now is the time to save the hospitals. On the beach here are Jack Higgins, A. J. Melanson, E. Parker, J. Marques, J. Anderson, B. Gooden, F. Norcutt, H. Olson, E. Haskins, J. McPhee, A. Bonti, L. Larkin and«J. Burrows. James Sheehan Boston Port Agent Son Francisco: Union Tutor To Unruly Skipper Shipping in this West Coast port continues excellent and prospect* are bright for the future. The next two-week period is expected to be even better than the first part of the month. West Coast shipping seems to be uniformly good. Payoffs included the following: Eugenie (Oro); Brightstar (Trad­ ers); Ocean Lotte (Ocean Trans,); and Topa T^pa (Waterman). Three of these signed on again. They were the Eugenie (Oro); Brightstar (Traders); and Ocean Lotte (Ocean Trans.). In transit here in San Francisco were: Fairisle, Bienville and Key­ stone Mariner (Waterman); Massmar (Calmar); and Steel Admiral (Isthmian). Captain Bligh The Eugenie arrived with a skip­ per of the old school. This Cap­ tain Bligh type chiseled all the money possible and disputed over­ time wherever he could. In check­ ing the slopchest we found that the buckaroo had overcharged the men on every item. The Union forced him to refund a fiat ten percent on all slopchest bills. We were forced to give this char­ acter a good deal of schooling on the conduct of an SIU ship. Although this type of tyrant and chiseler has almost disappeared from the seas, due to the efforts of the Union, an occasional sur­ vival turns up. Members are urged to report any suspicions of chisel­ ing of this type on the part of the skipper or the company to their ship's delegate, who, in turn, should communicate with the Union im­ mediately. If there are other cases, we can take action as we did in this case, getting, in this instance, the ten percent refund on slopchest bills. The old school types will have to learn the hard way that SIU members cannot be treated as sea­ men were in the "good old days." Some of these have taken the turn of events pretty hard, but all are learning their lessons. Some, such as this captain, are just a little, slower than their classmates and have to be kept in after school. The Key System is still on strike here in the Bay area. We have done what we could to assist. Earl Wandrel isjn the marine hospital h e r e. Earl joined in, 1942 and hat since sailed in all ratings in the black gang. His first ship, the Daniel Haw­ : thorne, was tor­ Wandrei pedoed on a run to India. His last ship was the Massillon Victory, where he was an electrician. Others in hospital here are: Ho Tse Kong, W. Timmerman, David 8 Sorrenson, Peter Smith, J. Corsa, SHIP. SHIP. TOT.\L Thomas Conway, J. R. Wing, Si­ ENG. STEW.SHIPPED mon Bunda, H. L. ^ox, E. Plahn, H. J. Lee, B. E. Jackline and R. M. 53 19 16 Green. 310 116 113 We have been enjoying our 138 37 SO usual wonderful cool August 237 52 92 weather in the bay area. On the labor front here, there is the 8 1 4 usual maneuvering on the part of 48 15 11 Harry Bridges. Presently, he is 21 in the process of a merger of the 5 9 124 35 50 ILWU and the Marine Cooks and Stewards? since Hugh Bryson is 249 89 72 128 under indictment for perjury. 29 46 There have been rumors here of 6 14 a group of Bridges' lieutenants 5 36 118 snooping around the New York 35 2(1 55 waterfrdnt. 12 Tom Banning San Francisco Port Agent 4C0 1,503 515 A&Gsmppme nMrxMo Shipping Figures August 26 to September RECf. PORT DECK Boston • • * •• • New York 171 60 PhUadelphia" 131 Baltimore ... 21 Norfolk ..... 23 Savannah ... 18 Tampa •eoteeeeeeeeeeeeeee* 59 Mobile .... 72 New Orleang eteeete«ee9«#ee Gal^ston 99 Seattle 9 Sau Francisco ............. 99 Wilmington ............... 97 REG. TOiAL REG. E^fGlF'E STEW. REG. 39 9 11 104 404 129' 34 131 87 329 74 124 12 46 13 55 12 20 68 23 17 165 91 55 220 73 75 30 101 39 13 41 20 30 94 25 27 81 27 i90 494 1.764 SHIP. DECK 18 81 51 93 3 18 7 39 88 53 3 . 47 23 524 >•1 �•1%; Pac« TweW* SEAFARERS tOG September 18, 1953 . IN THE WAKE Lord De la Warre, governor of Virginia, probably never in his liie taw, the river named after him— the Delaware. Actually, the East's principal industrial river was dis­ covered by Henry Hudson in the summer of 1609. During a trip for the Virginia governor in 1610, Captain Samuel Argall sailed liis ship for a little unauthorized ex­ ploring into the territory of New England, returning with a load of fish from Cape Cod. Possibly to placate the angry governor. Cap­ tain Argall told him he had named • cape after him. Later on, the name was transferred to the river, as well as to the Indian tribe living In the< region, by tfie English set­ tlers who inhabited this region. Among the red men, the Delaware •was originally called Makiriskitton. human, according to seafaring men of an earlier day. Many of them believed a Jonah to be a man who boarded ship carrying a black valise, and would not ship with him. A hawk, owl or erow which alighted in the rigging was taken for a bad sign, but a bee or a small bird was considered good luck, sand nailing a horseshoe to the mast protected the men, so they be­ lieved, against the evil influences of witches. On a fishing trip, any­ one accidentally dropping a cake of ice overboard during prepara­ tions on sailing day, insured a favorable trip with a good catch, but if the hatch fell into the hold, there was trouble ahead. Iv P'' l^i'- Ife;- - • 11 nsv:. • IBS" ...it; MEET TBS SEAFARER THOMAS CONNELL, bosun Thomas "Big Tom" Connell, started to spread over thp ship, bosun, is one Seafarer who grad­ while the crewmembers tried to Question: Did "Father Neptune" ually worked-his way into sailingU. "it was a tough moment put you through an tntitlation the first time you crossed the equator? deep--sea vessels when he started for all of us," he said, "but we were Iticky again, and we all came • his sailing career. out of it alright." A. Gilliland, dk. malnt.: Sure Tom says that he was always , The next- time: that Tom was did. When I was on the DeSoto in hanging around the Perth Amboy almost unlucky came while he was : 1945. They woke waterfront when he was a kid, just aboard the Seatrain Texas (Seaus up by dump­ watching the ships coming and train) in 1949. The ship was just; ing ice water on going and dreaming about the,.day outside of New York, and it was us, and put us when he would be a seaman, too. shortly before Christmas. While off through the "The sight of the ships moving in the mouth of the harbor, the ship business all day. and out of the harbor always fasci­ was in a collision with a freighter, I had to do nated me," he says. and got banged up pretty badly. everything from "We limped into New York," So, when Tom was about 16, he sitting on raw says Tom, "and made it to the got his first job on the water. He eggs and getting 4 4 4 dock, but we sure were shaken up couldn't get a berth on an ocean­ Discovering sunken treasure is a slapped around about the thing. Actually, it wasn't going ship at the time, so he daydream indulged in by almost as with a dead fish to getting all grabbed a vacant job on a tug in such a bad deal at all, because we many people as would like to find painted up. i t 4 Perth Amboy, and mad^ regular had to stay in port for a while-for 4 4 Among the stranger denizens of the buried loot of some notorious runs between Port Reading, NJ, repairs, and the whole crew got a Clarence Collins, ch. stwd.: No the deep are the amabas scandens, pirate. Right in the Great Lakes, nice vacation right over the Christ­ and New York. or crawling fish, which can travel actually, lies a submerged fortune, I've been lucky that way, I guess mas and New Year's holidays, so it Deep Sea Tugs I've crossed the overland for as far as a mile... in gold, silver and even whisky. worked out pretty well." . equator about He stayed on the tugs for a The trunk fish, another odd speci­ Below the waters of Lake Erie lies Freighter Man dozen -times, but number of years, and then switched men, is equipped with a pair of the SS City of Detroit, with $200,Tom says that he sailed tankers 000 in gold and copper, and not never had to go over to deep-sea tugs in 1935, and horns, has three sides and no a lot before and during the war, far away is another submerged through an ini­ started making trips along the scales, while the fish that live in tiation. I crossed coast and out to sea on salvage but that since then he's been pretty the Mammouth Cave, in Kentucky, ship, the Dean Richmond, with on the West jobs. "Things were still tough in much of a freighter sailor, and are all perfectly white and blind $141,000 worth of gold. '4 4 4 Neris and the those days," he says, "and there right now he likes those "romance ...The shark, the only fish that Sea battles have been won in City of St. Louis, were plenty of seamen on the runs" to the Far East. "I'm a single can blink its eyes, lays the largest but we had no beach. At that time, I was making man anyWay," he says, "so I like eggs of any fish—they often meas­ many strange ways, and one of the passengers and just about $45 a month on the the idea of getting around the ure six by nine feet.. .although it strangest was the victorious en­ world, and enjoying myself:.. in . Is a salt water fish, the salmon is counter of the US brig Independ­ were too busy to hold any regular ocean-going tugs, and that was con­ these different countries. -With ence, in 1840. Carrying a cargo of sidered real big money with con­ caught in fresh water. ceremonies. fireworks, the Independence left ditions the way they were then SIU conditions, we make enough . 4 4 4 4 4 4 money and have terrific conditions The tattered sails of an ancient China for San Francisco; because Abe Rapaport, ch, elect.: The aboard all the ships." on the ships, so the whole thing is of the inflammatory cargo, all fire­ ship, filled with wind even in dead first time I crossed was back in But it wasn't long after switch­ great. When I think back about . calm seas, have been sighted by arms and ammunition .had been 1935 on the ing to the ocean-going tugs that conditions when I started sailing,*. coastal dwellers in the state of stored in the holds, leaving the Challenger, and Tom made the second switch and I'm always happy that I joined the Maine, especially in Cundy Harbor, ship in a particularly vulnerable we didn't have got on an offshore freighter. "That SIU back in 1947. That's one move near Harpswell. The ship is de­ position, in case of any sort - of any ceremonies first trip-decided me," he . says, that I've never been sorry about." • serted, flies no flag and bears no trouble. Outside Sumatra in a dead that time. I've "that I was through with tugs, and According to Tom, he's all for name. She sails straight for shore sea, the becalmed ship seemed a crossed several, was going to stick to the big ships this business of traveling around . and then, without turning, drifts particularly tempting target to the times since then, for the rest of-my sailing days." the world and enjoying the top ; back again to the sea and disap­ hordes of Malayan pirates. They but' it was al­ Sailing all during the war, Tom conditions and payoffs in the in- : pears. Although no major disaster immediately set out for the ship in ways on freight­ says he was one of the lucky ones; dustry. "It's sure a lot different," has been known to follow the ap­ a fleet of canoes. With no time to ers without pasand was never torpedoed. How­ says he, "from the time when I pearance of this New England break out the ammunition, the -sengers, so we ever, he sailed through all the war ghost ship, time and time again captain grabbed a handful of didn't have any tough initiations zones, came close a few times," he was sailing those tugs and we never got out of the harbor at all. , burial boats, crossing Sundy Har­ rockets, rushed to the deck, and like some of the ships. says, "but we were lucky." I guess that sort of thing is okay bor soon after, have been forced, started hurling the lit rockets at 4 4 4 Fire on "Tanker for some guys, but you might just due to current or winds, to follow the approaching canoes. As the Larry O'Connell, AB: The first One of the closest calls he had as well work ashore as have a job exactly the course of the phantom hissing, flaring rockets whizzed time I crossed was on the LST 378 was while aboard a tanker in like that. You always go to the ship. past them the terrified pirates fled when I was in Taranto, Italy. There was an oil same places, and never get any sort in terror from ^ the attack of this 4 4 4 the Navy, and spill unloading her cargo, and the of variety in life. Me, I like deepThe "Jonah," or ill-omen aboard 'niagic weapon" and headed back they sure put us vessel caught on fire. The blaze sea sailing." ship, took many forms, animal or to shore. through the i paces on —that ship. The initia­ tion lasted all day. There was ACROSS about 30 of us DOWN 38. Put In Kharkov, the third largest city in during a series of strikes in the ' 1. Talk warehouse 1. Kind of fish 18. Fertile desert being initiated. Russia, was captured by the Rus­ coal fields, bringing to 549 the spots 4. Face: Slang 41. Sultan's play­ 2. Rainbo\y and we had our number returned to private opera­ ground 20. Dick Tracy's 3. Cheer t. What a ship heads shaved, got "baptized" and sians, the fourth time it has changed tion, Secretary Ickes said . . . The wife carries 43. He rate a. 41 4. Kind of fish hands in the war . . . The Anglo- SIU fought successfully to gain all Down had a real rough time. 5. Biblical land 21. Kind of fish U. Sea between in Euphrates 22. , North African 44. Church court Australia and American War Conference in Que­ bargaining rights for licensed and4 4 4 VaUey port Neth. Indies 45. Light breezes Daniel M. Alvino, AB: I crossed 6. About 72 In 23. bec closed ... A separate Allied unlicensed personnel, boat -opera­ A vegetable 48. Two two Capital of 14. golf 24. Custom is four four times without anything hap­ Southeast Asia'Command and the tors, deck hands and other ratings Guam 7. What Wesl27. Water animal 48. Mr. Jones 15. He's on a pening. Then in rum does appointment of Lord Louis Mount- in the Higgins Shipyards, New Or­ 29. Give a job to 50. Foreign relief SlU grant 8. The Khan 30. Wooden ships group 1945, I crossed batten, an acting vice-admiral and leans, winning after a year's battle. 9. Price 16. Cossack and men" 51. Crew member 10. Snarl again, and didn't second cousin of King George, as 31. Church seats Pester 52. 4 4 4 17. City on the 11. They pull a 33. Touchdowns: 53. Self Danube have my papers American parachute troops its commander wereannounced boat Abbr. 54. Molotov 18. Ocean: Abbr. 13. At times, a with me, so the from the Citadel in Quebec . . . dropped behind the Japanese lines (Puzzle Answer on Page 25) 'strike 19. Hesitant ex­ guys on the ship Philip McQuade, AB, collected al­ in New Guinea and seized western. pressions really gave me most $600 in overtime pay from approaches along the Markham SO. Pin to hold 1 2 oarthe works. It was the Schoharie when the iSlU col­ Valley, closing the ring on 20,000 83. Pacific Island on the Sea Dol­ lected more than $7,000 for Sea­ Japanese at Lae and Salaihaua. .. 12 85. He.aring organ 86. Weights phin. It was a farers in the beef ... India's high­ The Allies announced the Strait ^ 88. Set in pre­ 15 est court upheld the right of the Messina was open to navigation... lot of fun and pared place, ^ as oars laughs, but those guys sure thought British Viceroy to keep Mohandas The Red Army recaptured 300 vil­ 82. Old card K. Gandhi and other political pri­ lages, with Moscow reporting gains up some great tricks. . game soners in- jail- without trial, but on all fronts and announcing Ger­ 84. Moor 20 21 22 4 4 4 35. Where Cobh is William Vanghan, FWT: I was condemned the way the detention man losses from July 5 to Septem­ 86. Ship 25 87. Pitch lucky. I crossed the first time in law had been applied An, Bengal, ber 6 as 1.5 million including 420,89. Move with 1937 and we India's biggest province. 000 killed and 38,600 prisoners... oars 32 didn't have any 40. Chinese God • 4 4 4 The SIU opened a separate and 42. High school sort of cere­ 36 In Bulgaria, the sudden death of complete central registering and years monies. , Then I King Boris "after-a brief but grave dispatching, office in SUP head*, 44. Prison term 47. Arrive: Abbr. was on the Bra­ Illness", was broadcast in Sofia by quarters at San Francisco for Sea­ 48. A DiMaggio zil when we Premier Bogdan Philoff, with the' farers on tankers and freighters... .49. One of the , crew : . crossed again, further announcement that the suc­ In Moscow the new Patriarch of i 81. SIU member and they - had a cessor to the throne was Crown all Rpssia, Metropolitan Sergius, 85. Armistice 86. About in the' b i ^g initiation, Prince Simeon of Tirnovo, six, un­ was officially installed in the office .middle but' I had my der the name of Simeon II... The. that, .except for a brief, period 87. Province in India i papers from the Government, turned back io private after 1917, Jukd bcea unoccupied ? 88. Man's nick; ,, first time, so I didn't have to go ownen 369 more of .the soft, coal since t^e d^ name •" '" through any of the stuff. mines seized several months ago 250 TE«r if' Ti:V\ ' . ' f"-- �. . ^ - • ;• • t •' ''' '' •••'< ' 5, ' September IS, 19St SEAFARERS ' M-M . SEAFARERS ^ LOG • '• sM'-r Page Thlrteea LOa 'Another Hand At The Wheel!' Vol. XV. No. 19 Sapttmbar 18, 1953 Published biweekly by the Seafarers rhternational Union, Atlantic & Gull District, AFL, 675 f'ourth Avenue, Brooklyn. 32, NY. Tel STerling 8-4670. PAUL HALL, Secretary-Treasurer Editor. HERRtBi BRAND: Mnnaama Editor, RAV DENISOH: Art Editor, BKBUAn SEAMAtf: Photo Editor, DANBI NILVA; StaiT WHters, HERMAN ARTHUR IBWIH SPIVACX ART PERTAtx, JERRT RBMKB, AL MASKIN; Gulf Area Reporter, Em. MOODY. IM ^ Welcome Aboard As reported in this issue, the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertehders Union has voted 2 to 1 in favor of affiliation with the SIU, and observers have called this the most signifi­ cant development in maritime labor In many years.' We agree. We feel it is indeed significant that the MFOW —a strong, stable union in its own right—felt it was neces­ sary to gain.the added strength, security and support by af­ filiation, and after discussing affiliation with CIO and other labor organizations/ decided that the SIU offered the most advantages to its membership. While the MFOW gains strength, security, prestige, support and other advantages, the SIU, on the other hand, also gains by the addition of the strong MFOW as the 45th autonomous affiliate. We are glad to say "welcome aboard." t J" t SiU Ship^s Home To Gi In Korea To the Editor: I am writing this from Korea, where I saw quite a few SIU ships. The brothers have been very good to me and to the other ex-SIU men over here. I've never enjoyed being with a bunch of guys so far away from home more than with the SIU men in this port. It's just like going home to go aboard any SIU ship and see my old ship­ mates. Even if there's no one aboard that I know I'm always treated like a long-lost brother. Recent events in Washington haye proved that seamen It really makes a fellow feel good to be able to meet a bunch of cannot take for granted even such basic things as the free guys for chow aboard ship, talk medical, treatments of USPHS hospitals which has been a over Union affairs and then go A four-day strike by 25,000 mem­ nounced that is is starting a drive fundamental part of the American Merchant Marine for the down for a few beers. bers of the CIO United Rubber for an increase in basic wages of Met Many Shipmates past I55 years. I was lucky enough to get some Workers against the Firestone Tire 31^^ cents an hour. It also says ilvery maritime nation in the world provides medical care of the brothers of the Hurricane, and Rubber Co. won a wage boost that it will drive for a guaranteed forits m«:chant seamen, and the US has provided this pro­ including Joe Sweeney, Boots, the of 5 cents an hour, a $25 increase minimum wage for« men in all in minimumr, pension payments, classes of road service instead of gram almost since our nation was founded. While a cut-back bosun and several others, for a and comprehensive hospitalization just those in passenger service, a party with some of the sergeants tremd .has been established during the past two years, with in my outfit. During the past few and surgical insurance coverage proportionate increase of all spe­ the closing of 10 USPHS hospitals, the recent proposal by weeks I've also seen Charlie Good­ for employees and their depend­ cial allowances and differentials, It was estimated that the improved vacations, and wage ad­ the Budget Bureau to halt the entire program came as a' jolt. win and Jim Ramsey, Heywood ents. Broun; Red Kirk, Frank McCal- package is a gain of about 12 cents justments to correct inequities The SIU has already launched an all-out fight to preserve law, Blackie St, Cyre,. New R6- an hour. Workers in eight cities that developed under the 40-hour the program, and other labor organizations and interested chelle Victory; Cecil C. Gates, struck, and it is believed that the work week agreement, which it gains won by this strike will set says does not provide full pay for groups are joining in the fight. SIU crews and Seafarers Kyska; Casey Jones, Frank Culli- the pattern for the union's 200,000 conversion from the longer work son. Jack Stile, Seacliff; Tony everywhere-have been asked to write their Congressmen apd Martinez, Young America; Duke members employed by companies week. 4 4 4 have their families and friends write. Once again, we're in and the bosun of the Green Star throughout the US and Canada. 4 4" 4 and Pat Fox, Irene Star. With the joint effort of AFL and a fight to preserve a basic and fundamental benefit. The 1,700 prodtctlon and main­ CIO unions in the area, "Operation The- Sea Monitor is in outport, 4" 4" and I'm hoping she comes in so tenance employees of the Jeffrey Tornado" constructed 193 new that I can see Frenchy Michelet. Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, homes in two days near Flint,, I missed Frenchy the last time he Ohio, are preparing to present the Mich. The area, which had been And, another report by the LOG'S Washington correspond­ was here and hope I'll not miss company with the first set of un­ destroyed by a tornado, was re­ ion demands it has had to face in built by volunteer AFL and CIO ent in this issue reveals a looming attack on another Govern­ him again. its 76-year existence. The work­ workers over the weekend. The WiU Mall Letters ment policy which has become one of the fundamentals of ers voted in favor of the Interna­ residents, whose homes had been Any time I'm on a ship and any­ the American merchant marine, the 50-50 provisions in the one has a letter to mail to head­ tional Association of Machinists, destroyed, supplied the materials AFL, last week, despite efforts by nation's foreign aid programs. quarters, I'll be more than glad the company to defeat the union. and the unions supplied the skilled volunteers. It was estimated that The 50-50 provision has been included in foreign aid pro­ to send it on its way. The lAM recalled that it was un­ There was quite a shindig when successful in organizing the com­ the 5,500 union volunteers gave grams so regularly that the last Congress said it didn't bother the New Rochelle Victory came in 80,000 man-hours of free labor, pany the last time it tried—^in 1900 to write it into the latest aid bill because it regarded 50-50 to Korea, and the pictures we took —^because the National Guard valued at a minimum of $160,000, to the project. as a precedent and as basic policy. Yet, it appears that an­ turned out very good. The pic­ broke their strike for recognition. tures will be sent to the6LOG. 4 4 4 4 4" 4" other attack is being laimched against 50-50. Takes Pictures Faced with the threat of a na­ With IS out of 31 points in dis­ A commission has been named to "investigate" the 50-50 We've got plenty of time off tion-wide strike, and one-day work pute settled in favor of the union, policy, and it is expected that, just as the Bell Commission of around here in this man's Army. stoppages in several cities, the 2,200 members of the CIO Elec­ a year ago, this new commission will condemn the policy in One of my favorite pastimes is American Telephone and Telegraph trical Workers ended a 9-week taking pictures,-but I haven't had Co. reached a contract agreement support of the State Department, which has never viewed much luck lately with my face and with the CIO Communications strike that the Wurlitzer plant in North Tonawanda, NY, by ratify­ 50-50 with friendly eyes. the countryside marring the view. Workers providing pay increase ing a "Memorandum of Under­ The SIU was in the forefront of the fight to gain 50r5O origi­ I'd rather talk About the boys I and improved fringe benefits for standing." New grievance proced­ meet over here. It does a little 22,000 long distance operators. The nally, and will continue to fight to preserve this policy, which something to you inside when you CWA said that it "gained substan­ ures were won, along with back pay for 72 workers laid off out of has proved a shot in the arm to the entire American merchant meet part of the old gang 10,000 tially the $2 to $3 pattern estab­ line with their seniority, as well fleet. The attack on 50-50, as well as the attack on USPHS, miles from home on the other side- lished in 24 other settlements in as meetings to adjust escalator the Bell System bargaining since provisions in the contract, and of this topsy-turvy world. simply proves that American seamen can never rest easy and It doesn't matter where you go mid-April" and covering some also to adjust piece rates on take for granted the things which they have won. on this globe if you're an SIU 257,000- workers. "short-run" jobs. ^ $ man. You can find a Seafarer in 4 4 4 4 4 4 The CIO United Rubber Work­ '.imost any port in the wdrld and The highest pay scale In the in­ be glad of it. They're the most ers'has won hospitalization bene­ / hospitable people in the world and fits for its retired members in an dustry is claimed by 18,000 pulp As far as Eastern Steamship Company is concerned, we're every day is Christmas with these agreement recently signed with and papermill workers as the re­ happy to note that , there's life in the old bird yet. The latest boys. .1 wouldn't trade a minute the B. F.' Goodrich Co. The new sult of a new contract. The mem­ also contained a 12-cent bers of the AFL Papermakers and is a report that Eastern is now eyeing the ore and tanker of knowing any one of them for agreement a year of many another man. It wage and insurance package for Pulp Workers, and the AFL Sul­ flelds, saying that a repent survey proved that these two fields just warms your heart all over to workers. Retiring Goodrich em­ phite and Papermill Workers are the most profitable in maritime, and is talking about know that you're accepted in their ployees, and those who retired Unions got the contract through midst • no . matter who you are. since April, 1950, will receive com­ joint negotiations. It naises the building a new, high-speed super tanker. That's real democracy. When it pany-aid hospitalization benefits average pay scale in the West oldtime passenger operator, whose Arcadia was sunk comes to that, no one knows better up to $310 per year under the new Coast pulp and papermill industry agreement. The pension plan went to about $2.19 per hour, gaining during the war, Eastern was seen as "dead" and "gpirig out than the men of the SIU. pay increases averaging between into effect in April, 1950. Until the next time, I'll be look­ of business" by many maritime observers. We're happy .to 31'i and 8^ cents an hour, in addi­ ing for the guys in the Silver Doll 4 ft 4 see that the old gid still'has thje spunk and cqurag^ to go ouj: Bar. The Brottierliood of Loeemeflve tion to improved working -condi­ . Jinunle James Firemen and Fhginemen has. an­ tions. and try to conquer fields. ' ' ' ^Eternal Vigilance •. mBOR And Another Attack ^Where There's Life . . '• t �• •" - • •" ^er-.^'C kr---. .•••^;" Tagt Fonrteoi g A FARE B s: to 'M'Msrf:0 MItwMawr Xt,4i98S II i'-\.'^. '••• "' ' »,. f v-.'- .Ki:;:; -"-.T. -: 'X\ '::'F' W' .'r-'. •• -•- '•^f. ^ v '. . VI . • • ' i%t'5 ••• TV^ : l"- *^' E' • •" ;L,\,; -->!-;7. •*•.'! •*'' M' ' ^f--. VV... oiV .' -i m. ifZr. . '• i • •: '•"• .: -y>• - . .-i;- •• •.^.' r?'- ;• •'-r-ft.:' -.-.• ^'--4'f V.-^-v;, .. • . ." -' :-.•• - - . -v-.-. -• .- .- ;: ^',r • • V.-•'ft 'ftv!.'^ .^" . • ••- •• ••. . •• ' •• ••,- -• ' .'.•ii • '•. .. .» ••• .' - ••• ; ^'r''C' z'Z-i • '.v. • - -•• - .^J ' ,/v*' . i."^ - ' -' r. .• : •-^'••••4 ...•' _• •.•.."'•1'" •*•-: ~ir- , • . ; ; .__• • r-„ ,4^ , • i±^ ' { ''' •"ft ^ •. ' f:S^ dfft.' The heavy tempo of shipping in Oslo finds ships of all nations jamming the port's berthing facilities. i pv: llG) 1^'; P'"' The business center of Oslo features low, neat buildings sloping uphill gradually away from the port Ir'^-"'-" 1^'" I-'ft lit. The Stortorget (market place) in Oslo draws bargain-hunting customers and visit­ ing Seafarers. In the background is the Akers Savings Bank. Ii;: ifc' tS:? iSWi-fwivS i''U I ' t'MZi'-' 4''^ <Drawinpts share of the passenger and ^rist trade the v^-.e" :^,i!ity-welcomes .an mcoming passenger ship.-;'.;;.;;:.- ^ 4 Th^'jg^^ SqttFffe.. At lift ia the <^and Hotel aai government,-the'Storting. • . is tiiS �ppMiililli -'• •' V'': •••. (Tr-; >(S«pt«u%er lf» isss SlU .Mp., WVrM-V'AU«l"ndri* as Main Street bock home. ports throughout the world. _ ^ . Rather than o '"""j^'^irs see them. try to show the ports as^ Undoubtedly. of post visits and ories to many Seatarers OT p pleasant hours ashore. |i T'V-jii:; ••21 .ii. •"Vi"*l Oslo, the capital of Norway and its major seaport, and Bergen, the second-ranking sea­ port of the nation, are ranked high bv Sea­ farers for "visitability." Although trade with Norway and that part of tho world has dropped off somewhat, SlU-manned vessels still make up a portion of the vessels in foreign trade which carry cargoes to and from the ~two portsOslo, of course, is the largest of the two ports, and the one most visited by Seafarers. The city is situated in a sort of semi-cirele around the head of Oslofjord, through which shipping enters the fairly large harbor. The Norwegians have always been seafaring folk, and so the visiting seaman can usually count oit getting a warm welcome, with the people friendly and willing to help whenever possible. Although it is a fairly large city, with a popula­ tion of>some 500,000, it is noted for its cleanliness nnd calm. There is little of the usual bustle and hurry that is found in most cities, and most Sea­ farers say that they like that particular part of the visit.. Although the prices are not extremely low, the Seafarers note that their dollars can go quite a long way, and they report that they get a good return for the money they spend. There is no favorite spot for Seafarers in Oslo, but popular is the Viking Hotel, in the upper price range, or the Theaterkafeen on Stortingsgaten, and Blom's off Karl Johans Gate in the medium price range. All of these have good food, miisic and dancing. Aa far as sightseeing or taking pictures is con­ cerned, there are plenty of fine opportunities. Oslo - contains -many viking and maritime museums, and is completely surrounded by rolling hills, high moun­ tains, and the high sided fjord. Winter sports are, of course, one of the idain attractions in the area. Theaters and movies are top-notch, and toere are plenty of them scattered throughout the city. Transportation is good, although Seafarers say that the taxi rates are rather high, at times. 'Main Street' Popular Almost all Seafarers who visit^Oslo, eventually wind up on Lower Karl Johan Gate, the "Main Street" of Oslo. All types of shops line both sides of the street, and offer all types of souvenirs. Nor* wegian handicraft, and other items at what Sea­ farers say are "fair" prices. Bergen, on the other hand, is a good deal smaller than Oslo. The pace in this city is even a little slower than in Oslo, while everything else remains just about the same. The prices are "fair," the food is excellent, particularly the smorbrod, or snitter, and the people very friendly. One of the big attractions in Bergen for sight­ seeing Seafarers Is the Floyen Funicular, a sort of cable-car "that scoots up to the top of a nearby mountain, some 1,050 feet above sea level. From the top, where there is a good restaurant, there Is an excellent view of the entire city, the harbor, the fjord and the surrounding countryside. The trip, from the center of Bergen to the top of ^e mountain, -takes only about 10 minutes. Every day except Sunday, a sightseeing bus leaves Torvalmenning at 11 AM for at trip. around the city, hitting all, the places of Interest, and includes a trip on the Funicular. The entire tour costs abotit $2.00. -4: 'kv.tv Bi Bergen the marketplace Is out of the "high rent district" and down among the fishing vessels and small trading ships. \ The- wharves of Bergen are a colorful panorama of passenger, excursion and fish­ ing boats all drawn up to dock. In winter it's a bit different. ^ '£ J> i HanseaticHquay is. the German settlement of town. Sharp pitch of roofa .woughqut cijy fuppose^y comes from Influence of these Germans. V.-,;, c.- •v"-.. • �, Paer SiztecB SEAFARERS <C^ Sevtenber It; 1953 L&G SEAFARERS India's remarkable strides in technology within the last four years is more apparent than ever with the plan to build its largest oil refinery. The Shell Oil Company and the Burmah Oil Company have A variety of caustic substances, acids and other potentiallyTdamaging, combined to form a new organization, Burmah-Shell Refineries, to materials are used aboard ship for cleaning purposes, dissolving carry ouC this project at an estimated cost of 20,000,000 pounds (over greases and oils, and mixing paints. Almost all of them are dangerous fifty million dollar^). The new refinery, now under construction to humans to some degree and require a little precaution in handling. on Trombay Island, near Bombay, wiU be completed early in 1955 When it comes to making a good and will have a capacity of two million tons a year. The oil to be ship and a happy crew, good chow And to add to this difficulty, chemical firms are constantly turning out processed will come from Iran, Arabia and other parts of the Middle is half the battle. Men wiU take new commercial compounds which are effective for specialized pur­ East. lot of gaff.and difficulties if they poses but add new hazards not encountered on the ship before. l* are well fed, but just let the cooks Possibly the most -dangerous of such substances is carbon tetra­ Traffic through the Chesapeake and Delaware canal is at an all time and bakers mess up the food—then chloride, principally because its vapors are extremely damaging to high for volume, according to the mid-year survey taken by the New the beefs really start pouring in. life when in concentration. And possibly the worst danger is the York Times. Canal traffic from January to July of this year totalled Things that men would solve peace­ different levels of susceptibility for different people. What might not 2,265 ships as against 1,361 vess^s for the same period last year. July fully otherwise . become major homer one person might cause another to become seriously ill or even traffic to and from Baltimore set an all-time monthly high with 401 problems. lose life. As a result the Union has written a clause into its contracts ships compared with last May's previous record of 373. Gne way of getting the best discouraging the use of carbon tet by requiring overtime payments cooking, as the crew of the Liberty whenever any crewmember has to clean with it. t 4 3. Commissioner Edward F. Cavanaugh, Jr., reports that the Depart­ Flag (Dover SS) found, is to .elect Boiler Compounds ment of Marine and Aviation spent an average of $800,000 a month the chief cook ship's delegate. There are other hazardous substances that require precaution. Many during the past fiscal year for improvements for the Port of New York. Maybe the crew figured that chief boiler compounds contain concentrated solutions of hydrochloric acid. Commissioner Cavanaugh stated that New York was again first among cook Gus Skendelas would go all Fortunately, this acid immediately produces irritating side effects on American ports and made the greatest contribution to world trade out to keep the men happy. Or per­ eyes, nose and throat which serve as a warning to get the men clear • haps he would have given them in 1952. good chow anyway, delegate'or not. of fumes before serious injury can result. "The same is true of sulphuric i i it acid. Nitric acid, on the other hand, can produce fumes while in contact The USNS LST 287 was responsible for saving over two million Whatever the reason, the ship's with some metals, and the fumes will cause little discomfort and minutes gushed with compliments dollars worth of cryolite recently. The LST crew boarded the burning give no warning of the serious internal damage being done to the and abandoned Danish ship Else Basse in Northern Atlantic waters, dished out by all departments to body. When temperatures are high, the acid fumes increase propor­ the steward department for being after sighting the flaming vessel. Cryolite is a highly strategic ore tops." tionately. Where it's necessary for men to work'in a high concentration used in hardening alumninm and making flourescent lighting gear. of such fumes, such as in cleaning up a spill, a gas mask or oxygen Skendelas is a native of Mary­ breathing apparatus should be used. 4" 4" it land and has been sailing with the Wear Protective Goggles The Import and Export Bureau of the Baltimore Chamber of Com­ SIU for a little over two years, merce has compiled and is distributing a directory of all maritime beginning in Baltimore in July, Skin contact with such acids can also be damaging, with the eyes interests in the Baltimore area. A copy of the book, called the Port 1951. particularly vulnerable. That means it's best to wear tight goggles of Baltimore Directory, can be obtained by writing the Chamber of when acid is handled. Clothes will give little protection against bums ^444 Commerce. elsewhere in the body. Large amounts of water should be used when-. Chief steward "Rudolph Kienast ever such skin contact with acid takes place. i t 4 The SlU-contracted Alcoa Steamship Company has indicated that of the Dorothy (Bull Line) found Cresol, or cresylic acid has a somewhat less painful immediate ' the capacity winter cmise trend is expected to continue. The company another way to action on the skin, but is equally as dangerous. It too, should bo keep the crew has scheduled seventeen Caribbean winter cruises for the three ships fiiished off the skin with water, followed by a thorough sponging in • operating out of New Orleans. The Cavalier and Corsair will each happy besides alcohoL Carbolic acid, like cresylic acid, can be absorbed through tha feeding them make six cn&sra, while the Clipper will make five . . . New York skin and is internally poisonous. Both acids can produce dizziness Customs collections for August are up 20 percent over the July figures. well. Kienast had and weakness. Soapy water,'alcohol and glycerin should be used to a motion picture There was a substantial net gain in ship tonnage handled over wash it off. projector aboard August of 1952. There was a gain of seven ships in arrivals and seven The caustics, like the acids, can cause severe skin burns, but the and in hhs spare ships in departures. difference is that caustics may do a great deal of damage b^ore the time would show 4 4 4 his shipmates man feels the burn. The most common caustic used aboard ship is The Isbrandtsen Company, general agents for the Venezuela Line, movies. The crew lye, which Is valuable for destroying bacteria and cleaning out clogged Kienast announced that the line would expand operations to the United States praised the stew­ drains. At the same time it attarics with equal vigor clothing, leather and Canada. Six ships have been taken over by the line, increasing the ard for his services along those and' skin. It is dangerous in solid form because it can absorb moisture . number of vessels to sixteen. There will now be two sailings a week lines, and also, for setting a fine from the air, and when added to water, generates a great deal of heat from New York, one a week from New Orleans and weekly sailings table for them. In dissolving. That's why the lye should be added slowly to cold from New Orleans and Houston. The St. Lawrence River ports will Kienast was bom in Switzerland water. The other way around will cause the acid to spatter on anyone have sailings every other week. in July, 1893, which makes him standing by. just 60 years old. He joined the 4 4 4 • Spout Out Again The Esso Standard Refinery Societe Anonyme has opened, in Ant­ SIU in Philadelphia on December Sometimes when lye is poured down a clogged drain, it may squirt werp, Belgium, what it calls the "most efficient refinery in the world.' 16, 1938. back out again because of the generation of heat in the drain. It's The construction was financed partly by a loan approved by the Belgian advisable to wear rubber gloves and a face shield, or at least goggles 4 4 4 government and partly by Standard Oil of New Jersey. The refinery when using lye for any purpose. Like the acids, lye should be washed FloodT victims in Japan have vethas facilities for treating 25,000 barrels a day and has already made off thb body with large quantities of water. plans for extensions . . . The Maritime Administration of the De­ eran Seafarer Durward D. Story The solvents will not-tause too much damage to the skin, and to thank for some partment of Commerce has issued a new publication on foreign trade. the relief par­ that can be prevented by rubbing^ cold cream or lanolin on the skin of Called Review of Essential Foreign Trade, the booklet contains tables cels thfey've re- after each use. Their danger lies in the vapors. Good ventiiation is of foreign trade for three years, with comparative data. ceived. At a important in their use, and where concentrations are high, gas masks, 4 4 4 shipboard meet­ oxygen breathing apparatus or fresh gir masks should be used. Solvents Three contracts for ship repairs totaling $78,798 were awarded by ing on the Bar­ are use3 on board'ship to remove grease and oil and to thin paint the Military Sea Transport Service in the New York area to various bara Frietchie Don't Clean With Gasoline shipyards for repair work on MSTS vessels operating in the Atlantic (Liberty Nav.), Under no circumstances should, gasoline be used as a cleaning area. Most of the cost will go for repairs to the transports Pvt. Francis Story proposed solvent. It is too easily ignited, and even a static spark will set Jt off. X. McGraw, Gen. Alexander Patch, and the Gen. LeRoy Eltinge ... A that the crew Gasoline vSpors have a very low flash i>oi!fC and can be ignited even three-man Senate sub-committee has left for a tour of Europe to study hold a tarpaulin Story in the coldest temperatures. the problems of the American shipping and shipbuilding industry as m u s t,e r for Other solvents,'the so-called "safety" solvents, have much higher far as competition with foreign interests is concerned. The Senators money and clothes for the stricken said they would study foreign methods and costs as part of their study Japanese cities. Steps were taken flash points, but can be ignited very easily if spilled ovdr hof metat When the temperature gets up to around 450 degrees Fahrenheit, into American subsidies for the US shipping and> shipbuilding indus­ to that end accordingly. they can ignite without a flame being present. try .. . The US Navy has announced a new $569,636,538 "building pro­ Story, who is k deckhand, was gram for the coming year. The program* calls for the construction of bom in Georgia Just one day after Paint thinners behave rhuch like other 'solvents In that they are an attack aircraft carrier, three destroyers, an attack submarine and New Year, 1910. He's been with dangerous to breath in high concentrations. Thinners in quick-drying 162 smaller vessels. The program also includes the Navy's third super the SIU since December 28, 1938, paints will evaporate very rapidly and produce a higher con^ientration aircraft carrier. All but two of the vessels, says the Navy, will be when he Joined up in the port of of vapors. Reasonable temperatures and adequate ventilation are the built in private shipyards. answer to the problem. Baltimore. ACTION Burly ' • flcids, Caustics and Solvents Nutsff Fixes Ever^tUim^ ... For Good! Bw Berxmrd Seammm - �September 18, 1953 To Crews Of Ocean Tow (Continued from page 3) SEAFAHERS Pace ScTentecB LOG Batfle Shapes Up On USPH5 Order (Continued from page 2) and as long as statutory authority exists, it is clear that merchant seamen and other beneficiaries will continue to receive that care." However, Mrs. Hobby also stated that she is "proceeding with a re­ view," and will "make our recom­ mendations to the Bureau of the Budget." In any event, even though the law does provide for this medical care, Mrs. Hobby's statement is viewed as almost meaningless by most observers, since it would be possible to have, the law repeal­ ed, or, in any event, it would be impossible to provide the care if the money was not appropriated. Be A Blow In any event, stopping this medi­ cal attention for seamen would be a blow to the welfare of every Dr. John L. Wilson. Medical Director of the Manhattan Beach hospi­ American seaman. The shipown­ ers' Journal of Commerce states tal, tells LOG reporter, that American seaman do not have much to that, "The basis of the Govern­ look forward to if the Government closes the USFHS hospitals. ment's providing free medical care was incorporated into legislation shortly after the founding "of the country. It is based on the na­ ture of their work and the fact Joseph Batausa 13.43 Wm. J. BenJsh 100.32 27.14 David Blumes 84.89 Paul Brady 12.58 Wons Hon Chin •... 166.54 Marshall Cooper Wm. J. Clegg .; '....285.10 10.88 Nee C. Dao 57.64 Wm. Daupheney 9.18 John J. Davis 531.06 Boland Dean 247.47 Henry DeFio 22.44 Douglas D«eU 93.16 Anders Eilingsen 1.12 Wm. T. Elwood.. 2.04 Louis. Feldman 793.87 Charles Foster 71.96 Howard E. Fowler Graciano Fraustlo 159.33 55.94 James Gard Hobt. S. GiHord 10.88 Eugene Gooodwin 46.23 Jose R. Gonzales ....159.16 John'R. Hallman 3.25 Ceo. L. Hayes .' 281.65 A. B. Hedges 27.15 ^...142.80 George Heldrith.......... Wm. T. Hedges 3.10 Charles HiU ........... .78 27.54 Stanley A. Holden Oscar L. Hurst 27.60 Marcel Jette 119A3 R. C. Jones 14.28 John KarplnsM . 18.70 Francis W. KeUey........ . 6.06 . 8.84 Zee Ah King... Hobart R. Klrlcwood . 63.27 Clarence Lindin.... .264.03 Ricardo Lourenco . 17.16 Arnold E. Lucas . 32.47 Robert McCulloch . 38.85 . 24.08 David McDuffie Russell E. McLeod . 91.68 Richard McMann . 1.30 . 57.90 Gerald Maher Emmet Mercereau .354.56 Edward Mikkelson . 115.69 James C. Mitchell ,150.37 (Continued from page 2) George W. Murphy, Jr . 74.49 Richard Nancarrow .167.60 cerned with, the possibility of Harold H. NelU .365.74 John A. Nelsson.... .142.64 closing. Doctor John L. Wilson, Maunal Noble . 88.17 medical officer in charge, however, D. D. O'DonneU . 38.05 Roland E. Parody .250.27 could venture little as to the hos­ 27.68 pital's future. "I haven't heard John W. Pearson G; L. Peck 78.05 Wm. Pennington. 7.94 anything from my superiors on the Wm. S. Porter .78 subject," he stated. "Until such James W. Powers 209J24 202.11 time as I do hear we shall continue Alfred Rammler John Risbeck.. .113.66 to do business in the same way." Russell Roberts . 95.19 Wm. Roche........' . 40.65 Business apparently is brisk at the Fred L. Rechon . 46.68 Manhattan Beach hospital, for as Henry Roskamp 30.40 Philip St. Marie 109.48 Dr. Wilson stated "most TB hos­ Louis Somlo ' 9.52 pitals have a waiting list and we Raymond SasservlUe 126.09 have seven waiting admissions now 138.11 Alvin See Albert Seriannl 6.30 with the number mounting all the Guilford D. Sims 144.04 Hans Skaalegard ; 52.91 time." Bryon C. Slald.... 212.61 Thus the questions we had pre­ Charles Snodgrass ; 18.02 J; L. Sorayak 52.60 pared to ask Dr. Wilson had no Francis L. Strawn 3.74 answer. Apparently there is no 1.80 Paul Tiitso • .78 place for these men to go. It is Boyd Thomas 74.67 evident that the local hospitals Carl Von Herrmann..., 23.80 John R. Waterbury 28.93 will be unable to absorb these men James W. Weddle El ma E. Wasden 79.96 who need continuing medical care Vernon O. West: 20.77 Kenneth Winters... 5.74 should the hospitals close. 5.40 Kenneth Woodward We thanked Dr. Wilson for his Chih Yu Wu 133.02 Robert L. Young 12.92 time and walked back through the Mitchell Zelack 37.69 corridors. We were stopped by a 169.24 fiten Zetterman...... 56.41 well-known Seafarer, Vic Milizzo, Steven Zubovich €lose-Up Order Kiek In Face' who hailed us from his bed. "I've been here a long time," he said, "but there are plenty of guys here a lot worse off than I am. If these hospitals" are closed it would be sheer murder for these fellows. They're In no condition to go out into the world to make a living! They would never make it!" It was nearing the hour for the regular afternoon rest period at Manhattan Beach but the group of seamen who had gathered around Brother Milizzo's bed were in no mood to rest. Union, Go's Hnddie On Pact Issues LOG Writer's Book Will Save You $ Sidney Margolius, whose column "Your Dollar's Worth" appears ex­ clusively in the SEAFARERS LOG, has written a new revised and ex­ panded edition of his "How to Buy More for Your Money." The new book, titled "The Consumer's Guide to Better Buying," is pub­ lished by Signet Books. The price is 35 cents and the book will be on the news-stands on September 30. Margolius, one of the country's best-known popular economists, discusses money saving principles in buying homes, cars, insurance, television sets, groceries, home freezing and clothing. He explains discount buying, brand compari­ son, budgeting and best times for buying. This Is an outstanding book to help the Seafarer save money. that ordinary physicians in private practice find it difficult to take care of seamen." Government officials have been whittling away at. the USPHS pro­ gram for some time now,, and it was considered a matter of time before the battle lines would be drawn in an attempt to eliminate the hospitals entirely. For this reason. Dodge's announcement, al­ though shocking, was not very much of a surprise. Originally, there were 26 hospitals in the pro­ gram. Now, 10 of these have "al­ ready been closed, and most of tiiese closings have been within the last two years. Atom Go's Labor Policies Rapped J. A. Brownlow, head of the AFL Metal Trades Department, hit the attitudes of companies operating atomic energy plants at the 44th annual convention of the depart­ ment, which opened in St. Louis on September 14. Brownlow charged that due to the nature of their operations, these companies have come to think of themselves as "in­ dispensable and subject to no law but their own," and called them a "menace to the government." Roughshod On Labor Brownlow complained that the companies engage in monopolistic practices which enable them to conduct their relations with their employees and the Government as they see fit. He warned union members who work in atomic in­ stallations against the possibility of "compulsory labor," through constant issuance of injunctions. Praising the efforts of the old Atomic Energy Labor Relations Panel, the union president put be­ fore the convention recommenda­ tions to be submitted to the new panel, to be headed by Cy^s Ching, former Federal Mediator. He also reported that of almost 60,000 atomic energy workers, more than 35,000 were AFL mem­ bers. (Continued from page 3) industry and nfed little rewriting. f The present committee repre­ senting the freight operators was elected by representatives of the various outfits and will report any agreement it makes with the Union back to the operators as a whole, much as the SIU committee must present its agreement to the mem­ bership. Following agreement with the freight operators the Union will then schedule talks with the tanker and special rig operators. What­ ever agreement is reached with the freight operators wiU probably form the basis for settlement with these owners. ^i Meeting Night Everg 2 Weeks jtohn Priac^, Seafarers hospital delegate at Manhattan Beach ^'ospital, reads with interest M lesl f^e ef the SEAFABERS LOG 1; Regular membership meet­ ings in SIU headquarters and at all branches are held every second Wednesday night at 7 PM. The schedule for the next few meetings is as follows: September 23^ October 7, Oc­ tober 21. All Seafarers registered on the shipping list are required to attend the meetings. AT SIU HIADQUARTERS 4tb Ave. A 20tb St. • Br«oi(!ya Swap yarns or wofch the fights on television with your old ship­ mates at the Port O' Call—YOUR union-owned and union-operated bar. Bring your friends — where you're always welcome. And the tab won't fracture that payoff. • OWNED AND OPERATED by th« SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAl UNION ATIANTIC AND GWF DiSTRIO AJF.L. at. 4^; •.vV'- �p«e« Eirhfeoi SEAFARERS LOG Trading Players For Foul Balls Irks World- Traveler "Red" Campbell, the original Waterman "publicity agent" recently decided to see what the rest of the world is like, and took, of all things, an Isthmian ship. Then, to'spread him­ self even thinner, he caught a Bull Lines tub. However, with all this wandering on his-part, we're "^'relieved" to find that*"" he's still plugging his ever- trip but I heard the cry for help stole five bases one night. The trouble was the game was played lovin' Pittsburgh Pirates (a from Forbes Field. so-called baseball team). Here are some of Red's latest observations on life, Isthmian and the Pirates: When Horace Greeley said, "Go West, young man"; he had prob­ ably just come from the Far East. Ever since mid-spring I was. stuck out among the "sweltering palms." Isthmian can sure put you through some nerve-racking runs. I was biting my nails so much, at every port my stomach needed a mani­ cure. It's pretty bad when you can't sleep nights; but I couldn't sleep when it was time to get up. One guy really must have went off his rocker. He had the whole overhead in his focsle covered with Marilyn Monroe calendars. There's nothing vTong in that, but this guy sleeps on his stomach. About the foc'sles, everyone on the Steel King is much too small. You may not consider this of much im­ portance at the sign-on; but sup­ pose later you decide to raise a beard. I would have made another Now get this, I've been a Pirate fan all my life, but after that last 16 game home stay—just caU me, "Tex." Recently in a na­ tionally known m a g i z i n a Groucho Marx told Leo, Durocher what was Campbell wrong with the Giants. Well now. I don't have a TV show or a *53 Dodge; as a mat­ ter of fact I don't have a mous­ tache. But at this time I would like to present Mr. Rickey with a brief personal analysis of today's Pirates. First of all when are you going to pull a deal where we come out on top? You brought us a .350 switchhitter. He's terrific! He's batting .125 from each side of the plate. Then there was that great basestealer from the West Coast. He LOG-A-RHYTHM; The Great Ship By M. Dwyer Now many folks think that when they die. That they'll go to a palace in the sky. Where angels walk on streets of gold, - That's not for seamen, so I've been told. They say that when a seaman dies. That the Great Ship comes for him from out,the skies, And no matter what be his nationality. He can get a berth through eternity. in the afternoon. And how about the stupendous speed-ball* artist from the Three-Eye League, He showed up in Pittsburgh with only two. It's a Monopoly You know. Branch, it's a won­ der you aren't charged with break­ ing the Anti-Trust Law—^you've got a monopoly on nit-wits. If anyone else brought so much dope into the city they'd have the nar­ cotics squad on their necks. All I can say ia, the grass in Forbes Field isn't the only thing that's green. Do you know that one day I returned a foul-ball and the manager offered me two players. Things are so bad some days the fans are rooting for the umpires. This team shouldn't be supported —it should be deported. I'll tell you one thing though, our team is 100 percent honest. If any other team lost as many games as we do, there'd be an. investiga­ tion. Instead you and Brffhch Jr. hogging up all the club funds, how about shelling out for some talent? Your idea of a bonus is if the runner reaches third he'll find a silver dollar under the bag. So now—go ahead and sue me. Last year I made more than your whole outfield. Bq>tept«g 1|» *«5f That the odds are over a million to one that you haven't worked out a consistent winning system for any gambling game in the world? If you gamble in a gambling casino the probability is only 7 to 1 that the game is straight and 70 to 1 that you will leave poorer than when you came in. And if you are as good a bowler as the Lord cre­ ated, the chances are still over 15,000 to one that you will never bowl a 300 game, in or out of league competition. $•. it That there is only a remote chance that any book published in the world will be a best seller? Only ten of the more than 7,000 books published each year reach the impoi-tant class: the odds, therefore, are 700 to 1 against any one book making the grade. Titles also have much to do with the sale of a book. Research has proved that the three most saleable words in the title of a book are "Lincoln," Doctor" and "Dog." A book en­ titled "Lincoln's Doctor's Dog," however, did not sell. panies contracted to the SIU and several hundred ships, not to men­ tion the numerous ports, it would take several generations of Sea­ farers to complete the task. All this without taking into account the companies, ships and jobs added during all those trips around the world. .4^ 4!" 4" That birds' body temperatures range, higher than man's? Where, man has a normal body tempera­ ture of 98.6 Fahrenheit, a gull has 100 degrees, a swallow 112 and the rest of the bird world falls some­ where in between. Also, birds have an extraordinary x^heartbeat. A bird's pulse is about 120 a minute when at rest, compared to an aver­ age of 72 for . man, and rises to an incalculable figure after flight. t , 4^ t , That chess players can boast their game has the most possible moves of any game in the world? You could fill, 45 , libraries with 330,000 books of 200 pages each* just containing the zeroes after the one for the number of moves pos­ 4^ it t That in an average lifetime of 70 sible in the game. . t 4> 4> years you spend 24 years sleeping, That the SIU's standard contract 14 years working, eight years amus­ ing yourself, six years eating, five provides that negotiations may be years riding some means of- trans­ opened at any time concerning portation, four years in conversa­ added bonuses, renumeration and, tion, and three years each in edu­ or insurance in case the vessels of cation, reading and miscellaneous any SIU company travels watens adjacent or near a declared or un­ items? declared war? This clause is de­ » it 4^ That if yon shipped on every signed to protect Seafarers, and SIU ship to every SIU port in the enable contract to keep up to world that it would take more than date with any changing interna­ several lifetimes to complete the tional condiiiohs any place in' the job? With the more than 80 com­ world. Adventure And Fun Rolled In As Taioaron Cruises Sea Lanes She's manned by ghosts who do the work. And all you do is sit and lurk On the sun-baked deck as you roam the sea, But she's only for dead seamen, not for you and me. If you were eligible, my lad, to board her tonight, , You'd meet her crew in the pale moonlight. And greet ^very seaman whoever died. For she's mighty big and she's mighty wide. Her sails are the white clouds blowing bright. Some claim that the moon is her masthead light. And the dip of her bow in the seven seas Makes the tides and the waves roar as they please. Now I've heard her Skipper, once headed for Dover, (This tale's been told the wide world over) How the English Channel was not so toide. But she squeezed through, scraping the paint port side. The white chalk marks can be seen today. So I've been told, or so they say. Now don't ask me if this story's true, Is it bilgewater you think I am handing you? IW:-' The time will pass, with the friends you will make. Imagine playing cards with Columbus, Jones or Drake, You can joke a bit, and drink some rum. And never be bored till kingdom come. ' A - ft I .r ., 'A .. or '•••.•A . J' So when the Great Ship comes, lad, be ready to sail. Don't gnash your teeth and moan and wail, W booked through the mist and fog, Skippor colls your name On a cruise around a good porUon of the world, "Slim" Foy took a tew shots. In BIJeka, Tugosiavla. ' In picture at left he is seen at right with Bill Me Auley and a friend* Maria. At right* Ed Nooney* foreground, and Frank Buhle relax with some girls In club where Ed sang Impromptu songs. According to Seafarer H. J. "Slim" Foy* ship's delegate aboard the Tainaron (Actium)i the recent voyage may not haye been all swashbuckling* hell - for - leather ^venture* but tempered with a few Oddities* it made for an intriguing voyage . Heading out from Baltimore the payoff. He dug down, into It was in Bijeka that Ed Nooney* in mid-June* the Tainaron set for his jeans and came up with the the bosun, thought he was Morton sail for Rijeka* Yugoslavia, via equivalent of three dollars for the Downey and Bing Crosby rolled Ceuta, Spanish Morocco. "Slim," who was made more so and a little sadder before the trip ended, reported that the outward trip was uneventful except for some rough weather and high seas. The rest of the run was not,-and even "Slim's" wallet became leaner before very much of the trip had gone by. , Off in Ceuta about 13 days later, ^he crew mj de the tovm declare a dividend with the money they spent there in one-night. One of the wipers, whose intent was-to impress the Jecal lassies with a spic-ahd-span ghoe shine; lost con­ trol of himself when the time came "spit-and-polish" Job. The shod^ into one as he offered his. rendi­ shine artist nearly needed the tions of all the Irish songs he services of a doctor to revive him, knew. After he completed his but he finally managed to survive Gaelic repertoire'he rippled a few the experience. cadenzas with some American Ghost Ships songs. He had the people atandiirg . It was much the 'Same when the in . the., aisles applauding, but vessel reached RUeka; with the "Slim" wasn't sure that they knew ship- tying up in that port at what it was all about. 6:30 PM one day to set off 11 days Boys Get Sick of fireworks. The boys .were aU There also were some medical showered, dressed and ready for casualties on the trip, too. Hi the draw in Jig-time that first Rijeka, Ralph Knowles^ third cook, night, and for the succeeding 11 broke out with a case of the boils days the Tainaron looked like a and one of the wipers had an at­ ghost ship at night. The men tack of asthma. They-took it easy found the town pleasant but the in 'a hotel for the remainder of police watehfuL. > the stay iii the town. Ai'A'A'''--'" �•.-<-'•• v.^.J- «^^ib^U,'^S3 /.' SEAFARERS LOG Tag* Ninetceii Annual Migration To Great Lakes Meant Rough Sailing For Seamen By SEAFARERS LOG Photo Editor One of the not-so-well-knowh, yet highly respected 35mm cameras on the market, today is the Alpa. From all reports it seems that here's a camera for which there are more customers than cameras. In today's highly competitive photo equipment market this is quite a paradox. The Alpa, particularly model 7, Is not Just another 35mni camera. It's a precision instrument of scientific stature, designed for shooting almost ail subjects, from copy work to photo-micrography, plus the range of ordinary subjects. The Alpa is a well-made camera, manufac­ tured by a Swiss firm that has built its reputation on precision watch movements. As 35mm cameras go, the Alpa could be considered a bit bulky, but every square inch of bulk is crammed with a mechanism essential to its operation. It has features not found on other cameras and this accounts for its size. The camera is a single lens reflex. Yet it also has a rangefinder. Off hand this seems strange. However, with single lens reflex cameras one finds that, as \he smaller apertures are used, It is somewhat difficult to focus the image on the ground glass. So a rangefinder then becomes mdst useful—especially in dim light. Gotta Get Used To Rangefinder The prismfinder of the Alpa is unusual in that the operator's eyepiece Is on a 45 degree slant. Some original difficulty of aiming the camera is experienced with this slanting eyepiece, but once you use the camera for a few shots it becomes quite natural and easy. The image on the ground glass is brilliant and upright,-as well as correct from left to right. Being a through-the-Iens focusing affair, there is no problem of parallax or of composition when using any of the nine interchangeable lenses. The rangefinder-viewfinder incorpo­ rates a "multi-focal" device for the 50, 90 and 135mm lenses to give the field of view for the three lenses according to their degrees of magnification, as against simple masks which reduce the viewing area. To satisfy the user's choice, there is a wide range of lenses for the Alpa. Starting with a 38mm f-3.5 wide angle; three 50mm standard lenses of 2.8, 1.9 and 1.8, the complement includes a 75mm f-3.5; 90mm f-3.5; 135mm f-32; 180mm f-4.5; and a 300mm f-5.6. All lenses have bayonet mounts and are interchanged with extreme ease at the press of a button and a slight twist. All are of light weight but sturdy con­ struction, and th^ entire series matches in appearance. Easy To Load And Unload The camera itself has a good solid feel to it, is easy to load and unload. The neoprOie focal plane shutter works on Swiss precision clockwork and is claimed to withstand any tropic heat, arctic cold and extreme humidity. It is smooth in operation. Speeds are set by a knurled ring and scale on top of the film advance knob. Its range speeds are from one second to 1/100 without^any intermediate position being possible. A self-timer is built into the camera giving delays up to 15 seconds. The shutter is fully synched for photoflash and speedlight shooting. Two different flash contact sockets are, provided, one for regular flash, the second for electronic flash. Use of the two sockets prevents wrong hook-ups. About the only point of complaint is the shutter release mechanism. With the Alpa, as you press the release button the mirror is swung up manually until it clears the film area. Then additional travel of the button trips the shutter. Until you get used to this manual arrange­ ment, you find yourself staring into a blank void waiting for the shutter to trip. Afteif a bit you find that a continuous quick press clears the mirror and trips the shutter rapidly. The mirror drops back into viewing position as soon as the shutter button is released. If you've been considering a single lens reflex camera in the 35mm size (there are about six, very fine ones on the market), examine the Aipa before making up your mind. Passengers, Grew Turn To As Shipmate Crossed Bar In 1776, at the birth of a nation, Tom Paine wrote, "These are the times that try men's souls," in seeking to rally around a young cause some added strength. One hxmdred seventyseven years later, aboard a-* ship at sea, the souls of Sea­ Galvin Durnin, a Registered Nurse, farers and others were' tried who also came to our assistance I ' •<i'&("':''^'y'' and found not wanting in time of and whose presence contributed materially to the efforts and de­ iieed. termination of the crew to do all Trying indeed was the situation in its power for its stricken ship­ aboard the Azalea City (Waterman) mate. We of the Azalea City have on August 22 when Seafarer expressed to Mrs. Durnin our very Harold J. Tilden, AB, suffered a deep gratitude in the form of a heart attack on the after deck. motion passed at our regular meet­ Like a well-oiled team, crewmem- ing and conveyed to her by letter." bers aboard the ship sprang into Efforts Vajn action. In battling in vain for Tilden's ' Seafarer John Carroll, AB, wrote of the succeeding events, "Mem-: life, all hands pitched in. The bers of the crew in his vicinity masier of the vessel. Captain Bor­ came at once to .his assistance. den, reversed course and headed Bedding was procured and arti­ for Galveston, Texas, making all ficial respiration commenced at available speed. A six-man team once. The chief -mate was notified applied artificial respiration in an and immediately contacted the effort to save Tilden's life. Included Coast Guard ahd medical authori­ among them were Carroll,'Seafar­ ties and the patient received medi­ ers George Venable, Bobbie Drake cation in accordance with their and Louis Gardier, along with P. K. Murdoch, second mate, * and instructions. Paul Simpson, junior third mate. RN On Board Oxygen inhalators were brought "We were fortunate in having on into play by the second assistant board as a passenger Mr.s. Leatha I engineer, again to no avail, as Til- Two views of Great Lakes activity above show, left, a-^passenger ship on the Lake Erie to Lake Superior run waiting to load up with some voyagers. Right: Mrs. and Mr. Jack Sante, stewards aboard the J, F. Schoellkopf, Jr., in 1931, who fed the migrant seamen during their run on the Lakes. Sailing with the SIU as a Seafarer is a pleasure for Paul T. Cassidy, who has been with the Union for more than four years, but he remembers when the life of a seaman was the toughest job in the world, especially on the Great Lakes. Bdck in the 1920's and 1930's, before SIU payoffs filled a ing houses held a powerful hand in leaving because of the hardships. man's stomach to satisfaction, the region, with many a week or Discharge Beef Cassidy and thousands of deep sea sailors like him used to make the annual "migration" to the Great Lakes in search of work. Times were tough then and a job was "a little bit o' gold," with no sailor turning down anything in the way of a job, whether it be deck or black gang. Sailors of every na­ tionality flocked to the Lakes, with the vanguard of the exodus beginning once the "ice report" came in. Tee Report' The "ice report," precluding all scientific data which are em­ ployed today, was merely word-ofmouth news passed on by some seaman who had been that far west or east in order to see the thick­ ness of the river ice and how far it extended into the lake harbors. Word passed quickly, Cassidy said, ju^Lby walking along South Street in New York or on the Battery, with the men timing their arrival at the Lakes just in time, they hoped, to land a job. Buffalo, the focal point of the migrant seaman, was the big port of the movement to the Lakes. Many a man made the trek up the Hudson in order to pick up the $20-$35 extra which could be earned on the Lakes .in the summer season. The pay dif-. ferential, Cassidy said, made the migration worthwhile. At the time fink halls and board­ den crossed the bar on his last voyage. Writes Crew The passengers, especially Mrs. Durnin, were deeply affected by Tilden's demise. She was glad to be of service in time of need. "Asking and accepting me into your midst," she wrote "when you were trying so hard to keep the dying man alive,'and doing all this so graciously, made me feel your grief and anxiety such as 1 have never before experienced. I"I saw a picture of life's other side. More anxiety or tenderness or sincere loyalty could not have been shown by the deceased's clos­ est loved ones." That, indeed, was- a time for trying men's souls as well as their compassion. All hands, from top­ side down, did what they could, but Tilden was beyond help. Car­ roll wrote the final word on his shipmate: "Upon arrival at Galve­ ston 0300 23 August, the Public Health physician pronounced Til­ den dead of cardiac trouble. His body was transferred to a Coast Guarij boat and removed ashore to the Malloy Funeral Home." two of , board money changing hands before a berth Was secured by the itinerant sailor. Job se­ curity wa.s no more than a dream, with the SIU still a gleam in the hopeful eyes of far-sighted planners. Shipping Was Tight It was six hours on and six hours off for the coal passers, watertenders, firemen and others in the black gJng. It was no better up on deck and f^oT worse in the stew­ ard department. Shipping was so tight the men didn't dare pile off for fear of not getting a Job for the rest of the season. Sometimes, though, they bad no choice of One of the biggest beefs the men had in those days was the type of discharge handed them on leaving a berth. The discharge had places for "character" and "ability" rat­ ings, which militant unions fought to remove from salt and lake dis­ charges. They were successful in this move to remove the stigma from the senman and weaken one of the employers' weapons of dis­ criminatory hiring procedures. A good man could be put on the black list with an "NG" where his only fault was talking union. Per­ sonalities too often entered the picture where only ability mat-" tered. STAIVDARD SmPPINC COMPAATT CERTIFICATE OF DISCHARGE CFAMAN'S NAMK •HIP-S N*MK AND OrPICIAL MUWHM 3S Beacon FCAT OP RKOMTIIV Paul T. Cassidy 221092 {1 TONMAW SEAMAN'S SiONATUHl ••.'llraington,p|el. -7886 BucaiPTien or I HEREBY CoastwlBB 1-4-08 CHARACTM ra. ^ DISCHARGE CERTIFY THAT THE STATED IN THIS ARE'CORRECT. AStLITT VG CAPACITY ^ PARTICULARS FLACK C amTH •CAMAN-* A«K 73 DATED AT_^1®W ^ o.s. DA^ OP BNIRT : 1-18-34 |>W QLCHA... DATS W DlSCHAMiS THIS... 6th DAY OF. ry ,D3<1,_ 2-6-34 . ::.Y. Cassidy's deep sea discharge, which was similar to a Lakes discharge, is shown above. Militant unions, such as the SIU, fought to remove "character" and "ability" rating shown on card, which often was detrimental to seamen. QuiiiiCwiiiff (1) Many Seafarers use a camera to snap pictures, but from what does the word itself come? (2) The Green Mountains of Vermont belong to what range: (a) Adi­ rondack, (b) Appalachian, (c) Catskill?' (3) Randy Turpin is a famous English boxing champion. Who was Dick Turpin? ' (4) What detective inaugurated the Federal Secret Service: (a) Allan Pinkerton, (b) J. Edgar Hoover, (c) Johhny Broderick? (5) If the square root of 4 is 2, what is the square root of .04: (a) .2, (b) .02, (c) .002? (6) How is the male side of a family designated if the female side is known as the "distaff" side? (7) Who was lost with his entire staff when the British cruiser Hampshire left for Russia and was never heard from again; (a) Lord Nelson, (b) Marlborough, (c) Lord Kitchener? (8) What do the following things have in common cue, queque, Q? (9) How many one's, written or numerical, other than those in the serial number, appear on a US one dollar bill: (a) 25, (b) 24, (c) 21? (10) If John had twice as much money as Jack, less four dollars,, and together their money totalled $350, how much mon^ did each have? , (Quiz Answers On Page 25.) �P«ir» Twentr - iEAPARERS Seafarer Rags-Don Juari Was Never Like This LttG^r-''%.:• :v--^ By E. Rtyte By Spike MarUn By the time this gets through dic|ites a Dodger victory In the fall the mails both the New York Yan­ claissic is their success with the kees and the Brooklyn Dodgers National League's first division should have their respective pen­ clubs. nants well sewed up. 'For New In previous years, win or lose, York it means a real "first" in the Dodgers feasted on the second baseball history, five pennants in division ball clubs but didn't do a sow. That's something that so well against stronger^ competi­ wasn't accomplished by far better tion. Yankee clubs of the late 20's and The main reason for the suc­ by the championship aggregation cess of the club has been thd of 1936 through 1939. switch of Robinson to left field. For Brooklyn, the newest pen­ In previous years, that particular nant victory is significant too. It's outfield spot had plagued the club, the first time they have ever been and a long succession of men had able to make it two years' run­ failed to fill the post. When Gil­ ning. But more Important than liam came up from the minors to that, they will i:ome up to this take over second base, Dressen year's world series with their best started the season with Robinson chance ever of winning the cham­ on thirdi It was a. ridiculous move pionship. In their last three series, principally because it benched 1941, 1947 and 1952, the Dodgers Billy Cox, one of the finest infieldhad the misfortune to come a crop­ ers in baseball. But with Robinson per against the Yankees. There's in left and Cox on third, the out­ nothing the whole club would like field hole: has been plugged and the-infield is as sound as ever. better than to turn the tables. Brooklyn then, has its best Stronger Than Ever chance ever of winning the crown. The current Brooklyn club ap­ If they can't make it now'they'll pears stronger than ever before, have to sit back and bide their while the New Yorkers have wilted time until the amazing Mr.. Rizsomewhat in the- pitching depart­ zuto and the other Yankee veter­ ment. But the one thing that in- ans run out of gas. Happy Shipmates Aboard Albion Gossips Warned: There -Are' No Beefs Aboard The Heads-Up Ship Purplestar ^ Some SIU crews can get pretty proud of the ship that they're sailing, and when the crews of some other vessels start circulating rumors about the ship, well, they decide that Seafarers Bencic (left) and Reasko (right) take time out to have their it's time for drastic action. And that's just the situation that faced the crew of the Purplestar picture snapped in the sunlight up on deck of the Albion. The two shipmates had the spare time whila-the ship was on the return voyago (Traders). from a trip to Yugoslavia. The problem was discussed at stead, the crew decided, the Sea­ It seems that somebody had been spreading rumors around some length. At first, it was de­ farers LOG was the real culprit.. on the other ships about all the cided to "stop talking about beefs It seems that, some months ago, beefs that existed on the Purple­ ashore, and Settle them at the the LOG ran a story about the star. The first answer to this sort regular ship's meeting." This hai-d time the Purplestar crew was of a whispering campaign, of sounded like a good idea, but after having on their trip, basing the The LOG opens this column as an exchange for stewards, cooks, course, was to call a ship's meet­ further discussion, it was decided story on reports from the crew- bakers and others who'd like to share favored, food recipes, little-known ing on the subject, and call a that it wasn't the crewmembers members. The crews on the other cooking and baking hints, dishes with a national flavor and the like, who had started these rumors. In- ships, proud of their own stable suitable for shipboard and/or home use-. Here is second cook Nick meeting they did. sei-ups, picked up the story and Gaylord's recipe for "Ywtarclalca" ond "Agam Pilaf," two Turkish began expanding it, each time they dishes. retold the talci The trouble was that the trip Nick Gaylord, who has been them. Then place a regiilar cTinner mentioned in the LOG was ended sailing for the past 20 years and plate on top of them, to keep them some time agoi The beefs were- who joindd the SIU back in 1951, from unwrapping while -cooking;, straightened out, and the crew says that he finds every creiy en­ Boil over, a slow flame until the paid off. Then the Purplestar, with joys a "different" dish to spice up meat is done. Meanwhile, take the remaining a different crew and a good bunch the menu. five eggs and beat them slowly. of officers, sailed again. The beefs And so, harking back in his on the Purplestar were no longer memories, Nick suggests two Turk­ Add the lemon juice, and then add two ladles of the- juice from the there—buT^the rumors still kept ish dishes, which pan where the meat is cooking; circulating on the other ships. he says are usu­ Beat until fluffy. In an attempt to stop these ru- ally reserved for Thert remove the pan with the moi's, N. A. Huff, one of the Pur- holiday^! or the meat from the ^ame and spoon plestar's crew, wrote a letter to the higher class res­ out most of the juice in it. Then, LOG, and it was published in the taurants. while shaking the pan slowly in a July 10, 1953, issue. This letter For Yuvarelaka, sideway motion; add the eggs that told that, although there might you will need have been beaten; Then serve. have been trouble on the previous about 21 eggs, For Agam Pilaf, to feed an aver­ trip, everything was just fine on eight pounds of age crew, you need two packages this one. It told about tlie good chopped meat, of rice, buttar, seven to eight Gaylord crew and the good officers—but about six handpounds of beef or lamb- cut intothe gossips on the other ships still| fuls of parsley, about six cups of small cubes, one large can of to-' ABPOAO, THE ORVBR. OF kept talking. rice, juice of two lemons and a matoes, salt and pepper. The ship's meeting held on Sep­ small head of ca'bbagO. Fry the rice lightly in buttep tember 3, 1953, in Pusan, was the Boil the rice, until just abQUt just to brown it, and then put in* last straw. The rumors were still done, and then- drain. Mix Hnely pan and boil over slow flame. Keep: going—around. John Ward, the chopped parsley in with the rice, adding enough water to just keep chairman, and George Foley, the add- salt and pepper tu taste,, theii the rice covered .until it's fluffy secretary, led the discussion on the add the chopped meat, and- 'then and done. Then put it in a warm oven, with some butter on top, and subjecti It was decided to give add: 16 eggs. Mix well. the gossips mother chance. The •Meanwhile, boil the cabbage and bake until dry. Take the diced meat, and add crew of the Pbrplestar would wait strip off the leaves; Take abOut an just a little longer, and see if those ice cream scoop of the rice-meat the can Of tomatoes and two cups rumors about their f.iir ship mixture, and: fashion it into an of water, salt and pepper to taste, stopped; oblong roll. Then, roll it up in a and then cook over slow flame However, now the crews of all cabbage l^af, using toothpicks to until the. meat ia dene. The rice is served eeveredr with SIU vessels are .on notice; The keep it from unwrapping. Line the Purplestar is a-happy ship; « clean rolls up on the bottom- of a- pan, the meatrtonndo 8at((«i e^ally and add enough.water to Justcover V. tth- french - •feted' .potato^-. 'Aa •^'?. • ship and a gbssipless ship; ^AiiiiiiLEAmNas- CHeoiS&iAcs^mfsiit h y ^HE iM! neQumss THAI M nEPu^ns wmris /5 i I, <seAmJ O.S. \fAuoAiBo 2,Ufy.eivz^ wificur VAuoATSP PA052S (MUST BE ClBARep) J AUEN SEAMS'^(^osr BS CLEAE^J ••ptlv,AUei& AWAmBenosu^KiEoFcmJ. A �--••'^r':^m -^>" - • ' • • ' - • /: •Stpfamter M.,i9S8. ^^'^v'Jl5PP^P^'S^V':-^4^^Vv..Ir;:.,••>;-;#»^%-^.V"^^^•V^ • GmU Wmter BaR"!^ ' TopRtde TroMie r -^ F A R E RS IO ' ''"'.' E I T E R S p«(e TirM^-«B* Some ABs Give Rosun Gray Hair To »ie Editor: . To the Editor: This letter has been a long time trolled more or less by the paper's Some time ago I read an article capable of handling the radio in coming and I am sorry that circulation. The larger the circu­ shack, and instructions were re­ in the LOG, "Why Bosuns Get these words aren't the kindest. The lation, the higher the rates. A ceived to proceed directly to Japan. Gray." I can certainly understand "Saga of the Grope Water," better secondary source is, of course, the To the Editor: . While securing for sea in Sasebo why. Where some of the men come known as the Gulf Water (Metro) sale of the' paper itself, with one I wish to express my siflcere on August 12th, the captain of the from, and how they get AB tickets got under way in May of this year price within the city limits, an­ thanks and gratitude to the SIU McKettrick Hills visited' aboard is a mystery. When I ship bosun and is-about to wind up in New other, a little higher, in the "crewmembers of the Longvle^ and at the 'gangway leaving he I sometimes seem to end up by Orleans about Labor'Day. suburbs and a still higher price if Victory for the hearty welcome complimented the Swede for a job getting a taxicab driver. However, I call this the "Grope Water" as the nev^paper is mailed to you and consideration they gave my well done in those three weeks this is rather a rare case in the this is the first vessel outside of It's a big business and » very son, Pfc Billy E. Vayles, on their when he was radio operator.. SIU. Why one of these birds goes a ghost ship where a flash light .is profitable one. The subscribers recent trip to ^gpan. I wish I to sea is someI think we all feel proud that necessary to get around.- It's dark­ and merchants pay the freight all thing I can't un­ one of our Uirion brothers, in good er than a lawyer's scowl around the way. SIU style, was able to do the job derstand. .,H i s here most of the time and places. ' Now stop and consider the satisfactorily, saving the company mind is never on Our passageways are forever in SEAFARERS LOG, a paper that the great expense of having to the job. I tell darkness as the chief engineer is has won many awards and is con­ call, at port for a replacement. him to do some­ on a bulb-saving kick. One of the sidered one of the best news­ Everything seems to be running thing and he brothers is now in the hospital as papers in its field. It's a very smoothly in the deck department, Idoks at me with the result of a superior product and it does not and there are no major beefs. I that blank stare fair down a dark enjoy an income from advertising hope we are making good progress in his eyes, a,:^ ladder in an and paid circulation. It also has in Atlantic Refining, as we all are though I were Hall even darker pas­ the added burden of an enormous very anxious to hear news from talking in some sageway. As I mailing list to all parts of the there. foreign tongue. write this there world. It is free to you, your J. Fensler While securing gear I told one are only bulbs friends and is mailed to your $• J» tff the day men to stretch the pre­ working in' the favorite ciubs, bars or hotels. venter wire and make it up on the entire main deck We members know that our cleats. He looked at me as though passag e w a y s. paper is supported by donations, 1 was crazy and went and grabbed When we signed which is fluctuating income. We the guy line. Of course when this Whitmer To the Editor: on in Philadel­ can all be better Union men if, The inherent rights fostered by joker gets into a gin mill he is the phia we were warned about top­ instead of throwing a ten dollar .our forefathers are among the best sailor in the world. side characters but we took it with bill on the bar and saying, "Buy Brush Mix-up bgsic elements that hold this great a grain of salt. How wrong we the house a drink," we throw it Family reunion took place aboard country of ours together. WTien I told one of the ABs to take were! down and say, "Buy the LOG some Longview Victory In Japan when the very politicians who are sworn some varnish and brushes and put Food Beef ink." Seafarer John Bllinsid met Pfc to preserve, cherish and protect the brush in some Acola. Well, this Food is oup big beef, with the. A. T. Arnold them wantonly destroy- them, a "j joker grabs a five-gallon can of Billy E. Vayles. crew' getting fourth • grade meats way of American life is lost. ; gas, puts some in a can and sticks t while the captain is having steak could thank each one of them per­ When the USPHS has done i the brush in it. The joke is that fries topside. The steward and the sonally for cooperating with my much toward humanity during its 1 there were letters on the can big captain are inseparable. The cap­ husband, John Bilinski, making it existence in past emergencies, i enough for a man half blind to tain delights in doing work that possible for them to have a happy when it can do much more in the see. To the Editor: belongs to the crew, and when reunion. I could go on like this for hours, event of an enemy atomic attack, I would like you to stop send­ overtime is turned' in for it, it My son was stationed in Korea when it is the impetus for the but as I said before, where these ing the LOG to me, because I can "disappears." When it is turned for eight months near the front progress of medicai science, it is rare birds get AB tickets is quite in again it is too I^e. We'll have get it at the United Seamen's Club, line, but was recently transferred sadly ironical that the whims of a mysterj-. They belong on a ship to I straighten him out, and we'll which is the only place in Oki­ to Japan. This visit made him a few people in office threaten to as much as I belong in a ballet. do it soon. The payoff will be a nawa to spend time off. Besides, I very happy indeed. destroy and deprive humanity of As I said before, they are the ex­ rough day for this guy >vhen the only have three months to go in Thank you for sending me the that one great rampart which is ception rather than the rule in Uncle Sugar's Army. Thank you LOG. I enjoy it veiy much. patrolman comes aboard. priceless in this modern age. the SIU. Mrs. John Bilinski He's not so easy with the men very much for sending the LOG to The economic influences in The chief mate is one of the best and their time off, either. When a me, so that I could keep up on all 4, t i Washington which are fostering I have had the pleasure of sailing the improvements that our Union wiper wanted to take time off in the destruction of one of the great­ with for some time. In fact, everji made during the last two Japan on a Sflnday, the captain has est of medical sj'stems is tanta­ officer from the skipper right on years. . threatened to toss him in the brig. mount to forgetting the traditions down is good. We also have a good I hbpe Atlantic will be sailing The poor kid was so scared he on which the United States "was steward department on here. I was To the Editor: under the SIU flag very soon. came back to the ship. In Korea, Since leaving New York on founded. The teachings of Abra- very glad to see some of my old PFC Clin O'Leary he sunk to new depths when he April 9, the Stony Point (US Pe­ ha'm Lincoln—among them that friends and shipmates, like Paul (Ed note: We have cancelled troleum) has . been on the Persian this is a government of the people, Drozak and Sam- Cohen. failed to give a draw while we wei« in port for a week. However, your LOG subscription, as you re­ Gulf-Japan run. Of course we had by the people and for the people— Well, if I don't get gray hair he did not fail in taking In the quested.) ample time to get to know each the watchwords of liberty and all after this trip I suppose I will live ahbreside delights for hlntiself. other pretty well. To our sorrow, other great American principles, to be a hundred. The chief mate, on his own ad­ Charles "Red" Hall our radio operator, Mr." Joseph might be undermined, probably mission, has been driven out of his Kelly, who Wfe all knew as a good because a few bureaucrats want mind by the master and has little shipmate, was found dead in his to flex their muscles. hope of regaining it while aboard To the Editor: The power bestowed on them j quarters by the captain during our this scow. I wish to take this opportunity last trip, a couple of days out of is not reason enough to permit It isn't all - bad aboard here to extend my thanks, through the Bahrein. them to jeopardize the health and T* the Editor: though, with the first and second LOG, to the menabers of the SIU Luckily our acting bosun. Curt welfare of millions of Americans. I have just read the article engineers and the second and in Galveston (where I was em­ Fried (Swede) knew how to oper­ The question of economy , is simi­ called "Thd Amazing' Seafarers third mates toii joes and real ployed as a secretary) who so gen­ ate the radio; he was asked by the larly foolhardy because the price Union" in the September Issue of square guys to ship with. We are erously donated blood during my old man to get a message under for human salvage would become the Reader's Digest. It is a good tearing through the ocean in an recent Illness. way. After Swede seht the mes­ too enormous, especially in times way of letting the world know how attempt to get to New Orleans be­ It was gratifying to know these sage, the captain asked him to take of severe emergency. strong we Seafarers are, and o£ the fore the holidays. Here's hoping men were so willing and eager to the job of radio operator until wc William Calefato good work we are doing. we see each other soon. , be of aid in a time of peed. could get a replacement, either in , 3^ t ii Now, I happen to be a Mason, Thank you 'again. Colombo or Singapore. A1 Whitmer . and although I've been in hospitals Swede proved himself - quile Mrs. R. V. Allison ^ ^ in Savannah, Ga., Japan and Seat­ tle, Wash., and also reported my illnesses to this organization, I To. the Editor: • There comes a time in every was always told that they had no To the Editor: man's life when he must take a visitors' committees. The good olc?\ I was sitting in the Union hall backward glance through his own SIU comes once a week to visit me in New York one day last week, past to rediscover those colorful and leaves me S15 a week, but the reading a local tabloid. When I and exciting episodes of his youth. Masons are too darned busy to had finished it my fingers were I, for one, miss most the many come and visit a person unless he's black with printer's ink and it took happy years I spent at sea and on a big shot. Paid-up Mason «iuite a bit of scrubbing to get the docks. them clean. A short time later, Now I'm all alone out here in Perhaps it is my abstinence the new issue of the LOG was from the rigors of the sea that Seattle, and just want to let you placed on the counter and I im­ affects my present mood, but alas, know that the SIU patrolman is mediately grabbed one, thipking, how futile it is to scatter pepper the only visitor I get. He always here's 'another washing job com­ on an old salt. The only other al­ asks me if there is anything I want ing up. To my sui-prise, this ternative is to go to sea again by and explains everything I 'want to wasn't necessary; the ink stayed proxy. Therefore, will, you please know. When I joined', the Masons put. send me the SEAFARERS LOG. I promised to visit the sick, and Tliis fact led me to comparing Will you send it also to the friend I'm paid up until December 31, our paper with the tabloid from whose name and address I have 1955, so I don't owe them anything at all. I hope some Masons read other angles. I noticed that the enclosed. LOG'S type, spacing and inking I anticipate even now the multi­ our LOG and get wise to them­ were uniform, easy to read and tude of memories this will stir up. selves and start visiting their sick free of errors. This could not be Thank you so much for this kind­ and paying more attention to their work. •aid of the daily. Test it yourself ness. and see.Please say hello to my old pal William Hunter As we all know, a newspaper^ Doe Watson, left, electrlctan aboard the Robin Lochsley-in Fort Eliza­ (Ed. note: Your name, as well as Bull Sheppard of Baltimore. main -souroa of income 1» derived' beth, SA; enjoys •pm* leisure time fishing with the head of the long­ your friend's, has been added to used to ship out of New Orleans £rom selling advertisings spaec.- shoremen as, tte-vessel lay at anchoh They'ra ttrizqdnf the mailing lisfr of the SEA­ when ht'was agent there. M. NewolaB ^10 rote foe this space te ^ 6^^ flu*'eating.-': FARERS LOG.) Thanhs SiU For Family Reunion Deplores Govt, iJSPHS Attitude Soon Will Read EiOG At Home Rosun Operates Ship^s Wireless Gave Blood For Ex'SiU Employee LOG is Cleaner Than NY Tabloid Gets Yisit^d By StU, Not Masons MAiG Will Recall His Life At Sea Fishing For Fun in South Africa '-:C .'H •'-'•.'a �Page Twenty-two Crew Burning Bver icebox Beef SE AF ARERS hOGT September 18, 19SS LET TEE S Wishes SS PaoH A Good Vouage Te the Editor: To thi^ Editor: . The chief and third assistant en­ ship. This can be -attributed to the I-would like to have the LOG upon the men. I feel that he gineers are the most egotistical fact that the officers and crewthought it was the beSt amount, sent to me while I am serving my worms that were ever placed oh members are working together in proved by experience, to be drawn aliptted time in one ship together. the Army, in in those places. close l^rmony with each other. To the Editor: The chief engineer promised order to be able I know for a to<^t that from the , The, closing of several USPHS I was pleased to read the "Let­ that all repairs would be taken captain, W. F. Thornton, on down Hospitals and clinics in the past ter of the Week" by.the Lord to keep up with care of as soon as the Sea Cloud through the mates«and bosun, the year is a forerunner of what the Mayor of Hull, England. When we the activities of (Seatraders) got under way. Very deck department is certainly liv­ US merchant seaman can expect get mail from persons like thatr the SIU. I will little has been done about this ing and working together as true from our grateful Government. you can certainly say that the LOG be sailing again The steward reported to him that SIU men should. They certainly For 155 years men of the sea were getl around, and in the right cir­ in a couple of years. the reefer boxes did not keep the are a swell group of men and after and still are wards of the Govern­ cles, too. I would like to proper temperature, both before observing the meipbers of the two ment, and asSuclr are regulated It is with great respect that I wish the crew of and after leaving Oakland. There other departments, I can say the by a Government agency, the Coast Garrett point out that in a way he iS right the SS Paoll was** a lot of trouble last trip and same about them. Guard. and in a way he is not, referring the fish box wasn't used half the During the war, nothing was too to his criticism of my article. I (Cities Service) a happy voyage. Crew Stays On time. The first engineer is con­ good for the men of the Merchant meant to cast no asperions on the She left for the Far East June Some of the crew have been on tinuously working tQ try and keep Marine. Besides marketability of products in Eng­ 17th. board for as many as 17 straight the temperature down as much as Pvt. Herman D. Garrett Marine hospitals, land. What I meant to say, and it possible all this trip. T'he whole trips, but because of the whole­ the WSA also is still true, is that there are lio (Ed. notg.: Your name has been darn thing is on the blink and the some atmosphere and feeling of had a large staff unusual souvenirs in that pleasant added to our mailing list as you chief engineer doesn't give a dam good fellowship that prevails, this of doctors and isle. Almost everything here is requested.) is not hard to understand. about it. nurses in the duplicated there, and the little The overtime in both the black Engineer's Wife Cleans Room various p ol* t s, saved in the price difference is 4" 4- 4" He and the steward bad a num­ gang and the deck department has only too willing quickly dissipated when • customs been at a maximum and as any ber of arguments over this situ­ to give treat­ duty is taken into account. knows, this does much to ation and the steward finally gave Seafarer ment, and rest make any trip more pleasant. Of course, if one has time to buy him a letter stating that he will camps, in order clothes, you can always depend on In 1927 I sailed on the Steelore Jelletie To the Editor: not be responsible for his stores and not until my first trip on the for you to be a good buy and good quality until this situHere I am on the beach after be­ able to ship out again and face the Santore.^which began July 13th of equalled nowhere else in the ation is cleared this year, have I been on any of German U-boats. Many merchant world. I may be back in England ing an outpatient for 66 days 'in up. The chief en­ the Ore ships. However, I must seamen were decorated and many again this year and I'll be report­ addition to being incarcerated for gineer is really say that in the 26 years that jiave made the supreme sacrifice, as the ing to you on everything concern­ another 14 in the USPHS hospital mad because the in New Orleans. I expect to check elapsed since that time I have honor rolls will attest. the Seafarer's welfare ashore, back in the near future since the steward depart­ But now, the power grabbers ing noted quite a distinct and remark­ as I see it. ment put in for pleurisy I developed on ihy last able difference in the condition of are trying to make a name for Luis Ramirez 36 meals that his Far East trip ab(»rd the Golden these ships. The benefits that have themselves by indiscriminate cuts wife ate aboard City (Waterman) is getting worse resulted, I feel, are due wholly to at the expense of the s?aman. The and the BR instead of better, the part that the SIU has played budget director in Washington is claimed 12 hours I think it is a shame that the Meyers in improving living and working recommending to Congress this because this Government is trying to do away fall that USPHS hospitals be de­ conditions aboard these ships. chief engineer's wife cleaned his with the USPHS hospital program. Because of all the above-men­ nied from now on to all merchant To the Editor: room and office during the 12 days tioned features, I anticipate a seamen. This is an outrage, to say All the big shots in Washington If anybody wants a good feed she was aboard. He was too third, and maybe a fourth trip on the least. have the idea that merchant sea­ these days, all he has to do is come men are junior-sized millionaires darned cheap to put up at a hotel, the Santore. Still Have Votes so he'll just have to pay for being aboard the John C. (Atlantic Car­ and want us to pay for our own Stanley Lowery Our SIU officials, I know, will so stingy. use all their power to keep the riers), which is thg ex-StonewaU treatment and medicine. Of course, J. J, The third engineer has been go­ hospitals open. I strongly urge Jackson. This ship is one of the taxes aren't taken into account, ing around agitating and working the membership at sea to protest best feeders that I've ever been on. which just about makes everybody one crewmember against another. Most of fhe eredit for the-great work for Uncle Sam. the intended action of the Budget. He pulled this before and seemed I am sure the SIU will carry the meals we are enjoying on this ship Director and Mrs. Hobby and so to get away with it. He has made To the Editor: fight all the way to Congress to record it in ship meetings. I know goes to Dave Nun, the ehief stewfalse accusations against the bosun try to stop the Government from I wonder how many members of the SIU will not be alone in this ard, who hails and steward several times, but the SIU read the article in the closing the marine hospitals after when it comes to a showdown he September issue of Reader's Digest fight. This action includes all from way down serving merchant seamen and deep in Texas, can't prove a thing. The crew has magazine titled, "The Amazing maritime workers. In this intended others for the past 155 years. and ,is a real move, like many others, the Gov­ gotten to the point where they Seafarers Union." I would like to ask the following ernment is being penny-wise and heads-up steward. won't sign on again unless these It is Jndeed a fine tribute,- one pound foolish. They must remem­ He is the great brothers, Hannon, steward; Jack­ ' jokers are taken off this vessel. that ^ould make everyone's heart son, saloon messman, and permitNeither one has the brains of an swell with pride, as mine did, as ber, too, that maritime has a stake kind of steward man Roy Bru, galleyman, all on who is willing to in America, and we also have a amoeba second-class. the wife of a seaman. the Golden City to please contact vote. take a little extra It's heartwarming to know that Captain Stalls Chandler my attorney concerning my illness time to make John Jelletie The captain is just as phony. In our labor organization is run for aboard the Golden City which paid sure that th e Fitzgerald the States he said h# had orders its members, by its members, who off July 2, 1953, after the Far East » 5^ meals served are to buy anything that was needed make it "off limits for gangsters." of tbe best quality and best cook­ voyage. His name and address are. got quite a chuckle from the on the other side. He was not ing, and also makes sure that we Jack Nelson, 709 Carondelet Build­ aboard when the ship chandler paragraph about the Boston tl^ug have some variety in the menu. ing, New Orleans, La.. Thanks • came aboard in Yokohama—in (didn't know they had thugs in The entire stewards department, million. fact, he was hardly aboard at all Boston; I came from there) who To the E^tor: Spider Korolia Referring to a story credited to of course, is working right aionig until sailing day. The steward made the mistake of barging in on t 4 • "• with him, and aii of them are do­ gave the ship chandler the requi­ the old Seafarers hall in Manhat­ me In the LOG,-1 did not mean to ing a great job. say that martial law was In effect tan in 1947. With a gun only halfsition and the stores were deliv­ In addition to being a great feed­ ered and placed in the reefer concealed, demanded a Union card in Pola, 'Yugoslavia, or in Rijeka, but to u^* it does look about the er, this ship also has a good shipper so he could ship out immediately. boxes. Then the captain wouldn't pay him for the stores, and after He was "hot", he revealed, having same thing. "'For all I know, that and officers, which makes it look To the^ Editor: telling the chandler to come out ust. hijacked a big truckload of is their normal way of life. If at as if we'll be enjoying a fine trip Much to my sorrow, I'm writing, to the ship each day for his money, Boston waterfront cargo; He didn't some time they-have a martial law all the way. And then, the ship's from Fort Dix, NJ, where I have prevailing over that land, I do not delegate, A. B. Brown, is also doing he finally told him, on sailing day, get the Union card. Instead, he a fine job for his shipmates, mak­ been sentenced to a two-year to write the New York office for lost his gun, along with some want to be around. As far as the $50 draw is con­ ing the whole pipture rosy and stretch in the infantry. I've only teeth, and found himself hanging the money due him. been in the Amy for two and a The best part of this is that the out of the Window, his feet jammed cerned, I do not think the captain happy. half weeks,'and I'm getting more of the ship had any limitation set J. Fil^erald captain told the chandler at the tight between the sill and the win­ homesick for the SIU every day. agent's office to pick up the dow, a warning that the Seafarers I would appreciate It very much if requisition from the steward International Union was "off you would send the LOG to me aboard ship, that everything was bounds." Do you know if this is here. all right. The captain later told so, or is it a well-told sea story? Pvt. Robert Fink Mrs. Anna Torano the steward he had ordprs from "(Ed. note: The LOG will be sent the company not to buy anything (Ed. Note: It's true, and the trinto you at Fort Dix from now on.f over here. He also stated that he iow was on the fifth floor. goes by what the company tells 4 4 4" him, and not the Union agreement. I hope that something can and will be done to have this bunch of phonies straightened out, so that To the Editor: we will not have this same trouble To tbe Editor: •We of the Southland (South At­ occurring again in the future. When the^ Sweetwater (Metro lantic) would like to give a word Louis E. Meyers Petroleum) was ope day out of of thanks to the junior third mate, t 4 Port Isabel, Tex., I slipped and Bfc. Henry Brazil, foe the extra fell out on deck, dislocating my services he gives to the crew by right knee. I am at present on the operating the ship's sea chest and hospital cot on the Sweetwater, for the many other services and To the Editor: and expect to go to the hospital help he goes out of his way to After making two trips aboard when the ship reaches New Yor^, perform for us. .Fop Instance, each the Santore, 4 feel it only fitting for X-ray and treatment. I 'expect man gets a copy of foreign ad­ that I wrHe this letter to the LOG to be laid up for a while. la the Seafarers, l^anual paza, olxeri second from left, and, Evaristp .Boss, dresses. as a sort: of public acknowledge­ meantime, I'll keep happy reading oiler, secoi^d from right, off the Ocean Lotte on Japan-Korea shuttle, Agatp we say thank you, Mr. ment that I am most assuredly the LOG. enjoy some rice Japanese style with hospitable fajntUy in YokobatnS' Brazfl. enjoying my cruise aboard this Clyde Carlson pic"by'Bos«."" •• " ^ US Budget Cuts Out Seamen Uses Hospitals, Sees Their Need $> $1 Good Food, Capt* Make Happy Trip Reader's Bigest Runs SIU Story el Seaman Retracts, Reacts On items New Army inmate Homi^sich For Sitf Seafarers Enjoy Oriental Hospitality Hurts His Knee. On Sweetwater Sails Ore Ship j$fter 26 Years !SI^ Thank Mate For Sea Chest Help �SEAPARERS C«»temli«r Itr ISSl LOG A ship's bottom scrapes across a bar, a screw is fouled, a ship sinks or capsizes, and right away there's a job for a diver, a man who holds down one of the toughest of maritime jobs. While divers in many ports are kept busy with underwater repairs to piers and har­ bor facilities, and checking the-^ underwater ^damge that ships I'he divers have found that the cases, the sickness shows up some time later as an itching and burn­ may sustain, the toughest— salvaging of molybdenum, copper, ing in one area. Most fi-equeotly r '**' I' •-' 1 • and niost lucrative part of their Job lies in the salvage jobs. While visions of sunken treasure, galleons with chests of gold and gems aboard, rotting on the bottom of the sea Immediately spring to the mind, actually the salvage jobs that the divers prefer are more prosaic, and more lucrative. It has been estimated that over two billion dollars in sunken treas. ure lies at the bottom of the sea in rotting hulks, but actually, there is "treasure" worth many times that amount in the salvaging of the cargoes and the hulls of the many ships that were sunk during the war due to enemy action. Much of this great hoard of wealth lies along our coasts in water less, than 300 feet deep. MAPG Welcomes StorieSi Pies With the LOG now contain­ ing 2a pages in all regular edi­ tions, there is plenty of room for stories, photos abd letters "Stent in by the Seafarers. Several pages of each issue are devoted to the experiences of Seafarers and the ships they sail as they describe them themselves. If you run across anything ' of interest on your voyages, or just want to let your friends know how you're getting along, drop a few lines to the LOG. Don't worry too much about .literary style. We'll patch it up if it needs patching. And of course, photos illustrating the incidents you describe make them more interesting for the readers. , Send your stuff to the LOG at 675 Fourth Avenue, Brook­ lyn, NY. If you want any­ thing returned after we use. it. "we'll do tt\at too. zinc, tin, manganese, iron ore, oil and gasoline cargoes still held by undamaged tanks, and the scrap metal that comes from rusted car­ goes of'tanks, trucks, guns, and the hulls themselves, can and do yield more profit than the usually difficult search for a chest of gold coins or precious gems. In fact, it has been estitmated that the chances of success in hunting and salvaging a pirate treasure are no less than 1 in 10,000,000. On the other hand, the Government and the salvage crews know where the sunken cargo vessels are, and they are not too dfficult to reach. But even the "simple" jobs cap be dangerous. Take the case of the Italian salvage vessel Artiglio which spent a great deal of time searching for the sunken wreck of the British vessel Egypt, which had $5 million aboard in silver and gold. After years of hunting, the Ar­ tiglio found the wreck but needed special gear to reach her, so she put into a nearby port. While there, to get some money, the Artiglio accepted ft "simple" job of clearing a wreck away from the mouth of the harbor. The divers went down to the small wreck, attached charges, and the wreck was blasted. It was blasted a second time, and then a third chax-ge was set. At the third blast, a terrific explosion rocked the harboi*, splintered the Artiglio and killed all of her crew. There had been 500 tons of dyna­ mite in the wreck that nobody had known about. Other Dangers" And of course, hidden dynamite is not the only thing that the divers have to worry abouL About the greatest danger to a diver is the much-feared "bends," gotten by rising to the surfac? too fast. What happens is that bubbles of nitro­ gen fornT.ih.the tissues and blood­ stream of the body. Sometimes, if the rise is vei-y i-apid, the diver may have the bepds even before reaching th^ surface. In other there is a boring, teiTible- pain that divers have described as the worst pain ever endured by man. And then, there is the descent to the job. The diver can't go down any faster than 15 inches per sec­ ond. Any faster descent may well result in burst eardrums from the rapidly increasing pressure, nose­ bleeds, and a number of other crippling results. Bottom Hazards Once down, the diver has to worry about all the ha^rds on the bottom. Anything fi-om a seaweed covered mine that looks like a rock —but doesn't act like one—to the many monsters that inhabit the sea. Sometimes the diver will sud­ denly find himself as the unwilling spectator as two or more huge underseas monsters stage a battle, and as one diver put it, "that's a lot worse than finding yourself in the middle of one of those bottlethrowing brawls down at Joe's Place on Saturday night." Then too, any one of the dozen monsters, from "30-foot sharks with mouths like the luggage com­ partment of a car" to the octopus, killer whale, moray eel, the giant ray, and the schools of barracuda can either attack the diver himself or, just as bad, damage his gear. There's always the danger, as a diver goes aboard a sunken hulk, that rotted"^ or rusted deck plates will collapse under him, snarling his gear or that the superstruc­ ture wiil fall in on him, crushing him. With everything considered, it is not difficult to understand why divers are considered uninsurable by almost every insurance com­ pany. The jobs of checking the dam­ age to the bottom of a ship, or freeing a fouled pi-opeller are con­ sidered soft touches by the -divers. They don't pay much, but the chances are a lot better that they'll be able to take another assignment the next day. All clamped into his cumbersome diving gear, this diver gets a friendly tap oh the top of his helmet before he has the window nf his helmet closed and sealed—the last step in "dressing." The next step is sliding down beneath the surface. 1 .• •N ' - il ,'Ji| J. With bis helper on the boat making sure his lifelines don't get snaggetl, the diver goes over the side and starts his long trip down to the bottom, where hell start to do bis Job. That's when the danger really starts, with the possibility of fouled lines, bends, deep-sea monsters and accidents of all sorts. • J || •C- '^alvairinff the oa^oes an^ hidto <if ^ are in ^aUow water, usually prove to be tiif eq^ein^uid most profitable Job for the divcm. It'o when the .wrecks are in deep '^vater , or fastritin^r,currents that the job bboomes more dangerotu and difficult. .v. . .' Alone witli-the sea and the sand-covered remains of a wreck, the , diver carefully and slowly walks across the ocean fioor to get au idea of how the wreck lies, and how to proceed..' �# c" ' •• -_r ?FDge Twent^-fDUE SEAFARERS LO& SDvt«|nbeir:]V 19jiS ... DIGEST of SHIPS' MEETINGS ... GULFWATER (Metro), July S—Chair­ man, Warren Neilson; Secretary, Honest ' Al Whitmer. Food ba4, otherwise there are no major beefs. Screen doors were rescreened and all foc'sles painted. Gal­ ley range is being checked. There was a lengthy discussion on terrible menus and quality of food. Steward was asked to stop putting out two second meats and one second and one third-grade meat. There shouid be more variety, less iced coffee and more, lemonade. Steward said that all meats are fourth grade. Crew was reminded to keep the laundry, messhall and recreation room elean and make less noise in the passage­ ways. Repair iist was turned in again. .'^'.ugust 16—Chairman, Steve Bergeria; Secretary, Honest Ai Whitmer. There are a few hundred hours of disputed OT for the work done by the captain and chief mate. Patrolman will be contacted about the continual pussy-footing of the chief engineer, who has been stealing light bulbs all trip. Lack of light caused one brother to fall down a ladder and injure himself severely. Complete repair list wili be typed up and prepared for the payoff port. Rooms are to be left clean and orderly, with linen put below and foc'sles swept out. should be fumigated. Old mattresses should be checked for replacement by the delegates. Patrolman will ask the engineer why he refuses soap and deter­ gents t* the black gang. They were also issued no matches. Delegates will hand in repair lists before arrival. SUNiON (Kea), August 8—Chairman, Jehn Sullivan; Secretary, Harry Moaney. One man will be referred to headquar­ ters. to be brought up en charges. En­ gine department washroom shouid be left cleaner by members. Garbage should be dumped over the stern. Vote of thanks went to the steward department. Cap­ tain will be contacted for a substantial draw. Vote of thanks went to the cap­ tain. chief engineer and all maces and engineers for their fine cooperation and understanding during the past voyage. ^Can-Shakers'' Have So OK. The membership is again cautioned to beware of persons soliciting funds on ships in bei^If of memorials or any other so-called "worthy causes." No "can-shakers" or solici­ tors have received authoriza­ tion from SIU headquarters to coUect funds. The National Foundation for Infantile Pa­ ralysis is the only charitable organization whiclr has re­ ceived membership endorse­ ment. Funds for this cause are collected through normal Union channels at the pay-off. Receipts are issued on the spot. wlU be kept clean by the BR. Deck and engine departments wm elean the rec­ reation room. Ship's delegate will see about a library in Wilmington and about getting US draws in foreign ports. Mem bers with radios were asked to keep the volume turned low so as not to disturb sleeping men off watch. JULESBURG aermlnal Tankers), Av gust y—Chairman, J. S. McRae;; iecretary, S( Tom Bowers. Most of the repairs have been made. The radio has bten fixed and some records were bought. There IR now $11.30 in the ship's fund. J. McRae was elected ship's delegate. Ship's delegate will see the captain about get­ ting the meat box repaired in the Canal. Bosun said the sanitary wlU work four hours tomorrow to try and get the deck department living quarters cleaned up Steward reported that It has been hot since he has been aboard and that he is afraid the meat wUl spoil. This was re ported to the captain and chief engineer two or three- times a day. Slopchest prices will be posted, and the slopchest will be checked to see if there are sea boots aboard. tlon In the matter of short food all trip. Steward wants to thank men. in his de­ partment for a Job well done. AZALEA CITY (Waterman), August 9 -Chairman, . E. O'Rourke;. Secretary, J. Carrell Crjtw. Should try to take better care of linens and coperate in cleaining the messroom. Motion was passed that the membership go on recoi'd favoring effort by the Welfare Services Depart­ ment to obtain from the USPHS the same privileges fer seamen's families that are accorded, to men of the Coast Guard.. Steward should get non-rusting caps for salt and pepper shakers. Engine depart­ ment complained ef noise of chipping near foc'sles of men eff watch'. Ship's fund stands at $58. SEA COMET II (Ocean Carriers), July 5—Chirman, Biackle King; Secretary, G. Faircloth. Beefs against the chief engi­ DEL ALBA (Mississippi), July 26— neer will be referred te the patrolman. Chairman, Richard E. Tunisen; Secretary, Discussion was held en painting the James L. Tucker. There is a $29.85 bal­ rooms. The.v will be painted in'the States ance in the ship's fund. Electrician will unless they have been painted before. fix the record player if the parts are Men should . be preperly dressed in the provided. Ship's delegate will get parts. messroom at all times. Feet sheuld net Ship needs fumigation. Agent should be put en newly varnished sieols. Reems have the company write a letter to the HURRICANE (Waterman), August 17— and toilets should be kept lecked- Jaship's officers advising them that the port. Laundry and slepsink sheuld bewashing machine is for the unlicensed Chairman, N. Richie; Secretery, C. Achoy. MORNING LIGHT (Waterman), June 18 personnel only, as they will never work The book and papers of the man who cleaned after use. —Chairman, J. D. Cantreii, Jr:t Secre­ on it when it breato' claiming that they missed ship will be sent to Wilmington. NORTH PLATTE VICTORY (Missis­ tary, Ai W. Sadenwater. Captain said have nothing, to do wif.! It. There is a be kept locked in port. Special early August 14—Chairman, N. Richie; Secre­ launch should be made available to the tary, N. Mable. There is $14.46 in the sippi), July i—Chairman, E. B. Lewis; no doii.ars would be issued in foreign linen shortage. steward department in Yokohama. Deck ship's fund: an iron Was bought from the Secretary, John Kackur. There Is suf­ ports. Repairs of previous voyage were made, but the matter of new mattresses DEL SOL (Mississippi), July 26—Chair­ and engine department should alternate ship's fund. One men missed ship in- San ficient baseball equipment en hand from will be taken up with the patrolman. man, K. Wlnsley; Secretary, William R. in making three o'clock coffee. Pedro. His papers and book will be sent the last voyage. Otte was elected ship's New desk lights will be installed. All Cambrsn. K. Winsley was elected ship s to headquarters. Vote of thanks went to delegate unanimously. Vote ef thanks and appreciation went te the West Coast engine department quarters will be paint­ delegate. Discussion was held on fumi­ OMEGA (Omega), May 17—Chairman, the steward department, agent and representative ef the SIU for ed out: toilet will be repaired in the gating the ship. May 17 — Al Kessen; Secretary, J. States. After a discussion, it was de­ McOuade. Paul Franks was elected ship's LEWIS EMERY JR. (Vietery Carriers), their extreme sincerity and uUigence lit cided to refer to the patrolman the mat­ STONY CREEK (Amer.-Tramp), June 18 delegate. Man who missed ship will be August 9—Chairman, Lee E. Mevall; Sec­ coUecting all disputed OT fer the last ter of getting a place for the crew's li­ —Chairman, Jae Barren; Secretary, A. turned in to the patrolman. Standby on retery, E. B. Hardcastle. George Man­ crew, fer their restriction te ship in Ko­ brary. Vents in rooms will be fixed W. McKenzir. McKenzie was elected each watch should clean cups for the next ning was elected ship's delegate. Repairs rea. First assistant will be reported to when the ship reaches port. Shower ship's delegate. Motion was passed to watch coming on. duty. Card players and laundry could not bo done due to tlie the patrolman. Mere fans are needed valves will be checked. repair messhaU chairs. Suggestion was should Clean up after they are finished. government seizure of the ship in San In crew's quarters. There should be an made to get a sand box for the ship s Vote of thanks went to the steward de Francisco. Small repairs will' be taken ample supply ef choice steak en hand AMERSEA (Biackchestor), May cat. Delayed sailing and the new wash­ partment for good food and the cleanll care of by the chief engineer on the way fer the coming voyage. Delegates should Chairman, Howard K. Pierce; Secretary, ing machine were discussed, ness of the ship's messhall. te New York. Deck and engine depart­ check fer the porthole screens in their departments that are needed. Adolph W. Kubacki. Edward H. Denchy August 2—Chairman, Martin J. Pyk; August *—Chairman, Al Kessen; Sec^ ments will clean the laundry: steward July 19—Chairman, W. L. O'Donnell; was elected ship's delegate. He will try Secretary, Ernest D.* Hape. Messroom rotary, department wlQ clean the recreation Johii McQuade. C. E. Wooton was Sacratary, J. W. Rielly. Soap beef waa to get a librar.v in jSan Pedro. Men were chairs have been repaired. Chief mate is elected ship's delegate; former ship's del­ room. straightened out by calling headquarters. asked not to make so much noise in the doing deck department work. All valves Paul Franks, died in Yokohama. Captain wlU nut out draws In US cur­ passageways, so brothers off watch can should be turned off after taking show­ egate, DEL CAMFO (Mississippi), August 1 One man missed ship in Yokohama and rency. Steward was asked te check with sleep. ers, to save water. The mate wants one will, be turned in to the patrolman. Re­ Chairman, F. V. Vigo; Secretary, W. W, the agent again about the length of the June 21—Chairman, Howard K. Pierce; man on tank watch to handle valves: pair list was made out and discussed. Christian. New icebox is needed for the voyage and stores. Messhells and quar­ Secretary, Adolph W. Kubacki. Letter the agreement calls for three. Rusty water will be brought to the pa­ crew pantry. Vote of thanks went te the ters should be sprayed for files every from the man who left ship in San Pedro trolman's attention. Steward department steward department fer the geed chew day. will be turned over to the patrolman. YAKA (Waterman), August 1—Chair­ was commended for the excellent quality this trip. Shoreside personnel is to be kept out of man, R. J. Reed; Secretary, R. Sedowskl. of food and the good service. A copy EVELYN (Bull), August S—Chairman, the passageways in Korea. Discussion was Patrolman will be told about the mate of the WACBSTA (Waterman), August 2— the .repair list will be given to the held^n buying whiskey there, which was working on deck. Discussion was held patrolman. Chairman, Andy Gewder; Secretary, M. Charles Babick; Secratary, W. Wailey nothing but poison. B. Davis. M. B. Davis was elected ship's Etty. Ship's delegate will see the patrol­ on cleaningHhe laundry. Ship's delegate abeut deposits te be made on keys July 26—Howard K. Pierce; Secretary, will see the mate on having the laundry delegate. Motion was passed te shut the man W. Pieszczuk. The old man is giving the cleaned out and painted. Discussiou !Was radie eff at mealtime. New mattresses te foc'sles. crew the business on the draws and on held on certain fellows who are cleaning will come en in Housten. Cempany re­ SEA CLOUD (Sea Traders), June 1-^ getting shore leave. All men put in OT out all the fruit from the ice boxes be­ fused te get innersprings. Captain sheuld in Pu.san and Kure. W. Pieszczuk was fore 7:30 and leaving nothing for any be centacted about painting crew's quar­ Chairmen, B. J. Brown; Secretary, M. E. elected ship's delegate. If necessary, the ters. Salt tablet dispenker will be placed Pappadakis. J. E. Carender was elected else'. ship's delegate will contact the SUP one near the drinking fountain. Patrelman ship's delegate by acclamation. After dis­ .August 15—Chairman, R. J. Reed; Sec­ agent in Yokohama to see. about con­ retary, T. Lewe. Laundry will be cleaned will be teid abeut the mattresses at the cussion. it was recommended that each tacting the US consul. man leave the machine and laundry as soon as possible. Rooms will be souSTEEL DIRECTOR (Isthmian), June 14 "payeff. August 16—Chairman, Floyd itarkey; clean. geed before the payoff. One man missed —Chairman, Jack Frecell; Secretary, C. Juna 21—Chairman, B. J. Brown; Sec­ ship in Florida, one in Ponce,-'Puerto Hughart. One member will be given an­ Secretary, H. L. Haley. Ne mattresses Rico. Vote of thanks went to the stew­ other week's trial before having crew came an beard in Houston. Reams will retary, M. E. Pappadakis. Ship's delegate ard department for good work. Sugges­ and union action taken. Discussion was be painted out soon. Cots and linen reported that thg captain was notified by tion was made to collect $1 from each held on the number of cigarettes put out. sheuld be taken care ef. Abusers will be the Army that there will be ne shore man for the ship's fund. All repair lists Chief engineer will be asked about re­ turned ever te the patrelman and fines leave outside el the breakwater. July 27—Chairman, nat listed; Secra­ will be turned in before the payoff, so pairing the wringer on the washing ma­ will be impesed. tary, M. E. Pappadakis. Delayed sailing repairs can be made before signing on. chine and installing a fan in the laundry. time is disputed by the captain. Repair CITRUS PACKER (Waterman), August Messman will save a few cans to be used SWEETWATER (Metro Petro), July »— CAROLYN (Bull), August I^Chalr- for additional ash trays in the messroom. 6—Chairman, N. N. Trip; Secrotary, Rich­ list will be posted. Steward department Chairman, S. Homke; Secretary, B. Fisch- man, Klrby Wright; Secretary, W. C. Mur­ Everyone should try to keep the ship a ard J. Petersen. One man was hospital­ get a vote ef thanks fer the geed Job man. Repair list will be forwarded to phy, Jr. Disputed overtime will be set­ ized in Kebe; Japan, and another in hey have done. Behavior ef one mem­ the new crew: some were made already. tled at the payoff. Coffee cups should little cleaner. Henelulu. Glasses and cups sheuld be ber will be referred te the patrelman. August 8—Chairman, J. Procell; Secre­ Three men missed ship in California. be soaked overnight, so they will be easy tary, J. Johnston. Question of the draw returned te' the messhall, net left all ever the ship. Delegates will fill out to clean. Steward ordered a new wash­ BATTLE ROCK (US Petroleum), June ing machine and a four-slice toaster. Port made in Ceylon will be taken up in New repair lists. 27—Chairman, C. Tobias; Secretary, E. J. engineer will be contacted about the en­ York. Performers will be turned over to Ordrowski. Ship's delegate will insist on gine room ventilators which cannot be the patrolman. One man. missed ship in BRADFORD ISLAND (Cities Service), Singapore. Delegates will make up re­ August investigation by US consul of missing moved when necessary. 18—Chairman, Frank Hanagan; pair lists to^turn over to the ship's del­ Secretary, crewmember. If captain will not ask, Fred Bruggner. One man left egate. Cook is to try and prepare pota­ the crew will wire to Sasebo to ask for CLARKSBURG VICTORY (Eastern), ship at Lake Charles, saying that his wife Coast Guard or Naval action. Cleaning of July 28—Chairman, L. E. Williams; Sec­ toes differently at breakfast time. Laun­ was sick. Fred Bruggner was elected KEYSTQNE MARINER (Waterman). water tanks wm be added to the repair retary, Monde "Punk" Danieis. K. Rob­ dry is not being taken.care of properly. ship's delegate. Condition ef the mess­ list. A regular gangway should be rigged erts was elected ship's delegate by ac­ Men will do a little sougeeing. Every­ hall will be taken up with the patrelman July 19—Chairman, Clltt Wilson; Secre­ body should check the slopchest list and tary, Brad Heydern. Inadequacy ot fans instead of a jury gangway for the crew's clamation. All members shbuld keep well as the condition ef the mattress­ In all rooms and messhall and the check the items that they may want that as air eafety. their eyes open and report hazardous are es. Discussion Was held en the washing not being carried. vent system In the galley are being taken machine. conditions to the ship's delegate. Con­ care ef by the Union. Ralph Delayer was STRATHPORT (Strathmere), JOly 5— tributions for the ship's fund will be elected ship's delegate by acclamation. Chairman, Jerry Kearsy; Secretary, Mi­ given FAIRLAND (Waterman), August 16— department heads to turn over CHIWAWA (Cities Service), May 28— Galley sinks are leaking, toilets need re­ chael Haukland. Mike Sikorsky was to the tocrew delegates. Sanitary men in Chairman, Reece B. Oliver; Secretary, C. C. Provter; Secretary,. Frank pair and th<9 washing machine doer elected sMp's delegate. No repairs were each department should cooperate • in William S. Claymore. As yet nothing has Chairman, Flanagan. Wiper will make coffee in the sho"ld be fixed. Men sheuld be preperly done and no list was turned in by the cleaning alleyways and cigarette butt been done about the repair list. Chief morning. Steward isn't putting out the last crew. Wiper and OS should clean cans. mate promised to fix the steam radiators chow fer the crew. He serves leftovers dressed in the meshall. The outside ef the laundry; steward department, the and make other general repairs. Motion to the crew. This will be brought to the this vessel has been kept like a yacht, recreation room. Feet should be kept was passed to have a catwalk constructed attention, ef the patrolman. There was but the interior could do with a little off the chairs. Delegate will see about on the forward deck cargo so that the no beef en the chow last trip, with a soap and water. Repairs which cannot the leaky coffee urn and the steam valve lookout does not hurt himself. There are different steward. Same beef has been be made aboard ship will be listed. Gar­ in the foc'sle which is broken. no lights on forward cargo. Chief mate brought up abeut this stbward -on an­ bage room will be locked in port. August 9—Chairman, W. Streenbarn; will be contacted about rigging a clothes­ other ship. Secretary, Robert Rivera. Miner repairs FAIRPORT (Waterman), August 4— line aft. Feet should be kept off messwere taken care ef. Slopchest is inade­ Chairman, Joe Carroll; Secretary, W, E. room chairs. Messrooms and midship quately stocked. Letter from the SIU Morse. Quite a few repairs shouid be passageways need painting, as well as Sea Chest was read. Leaky radiator was taken care of aft, such as toilets, show­ DEL MAR (Mississippi), August 2— rusty lockers. Old washing machine put on the repair list but net taken care ers and electric fans. Chief engineer Chairman, Clarence Cobb; Secretary, C. should be used for very dirty clothes and of. Repair list will be given to the cap­ promised to see that these are taken care A. Bradley. There is $87.91 on hand. Re­ the new ones for less dirty things. - Deck tain; if . he takes ne action it will be of. More chairs will be ordered for the frigerator should be mounted on rubber should be raised to give better drainage. given te the patrolman. recreation room in San Francisco. Charles to eliminate vibration in steward mess- Men should be properly dressed in the T. Scott was elected ship's delegate. room. Several supplies are short. Some messhall. Motion was passed to start a ROBIN HOOD (Seas Shipping), July 12 Hen using the washing machine should food, such as onions and seasoning, are ship's fund) turn It off after using it. Crew pantry missing. Beef on the number of cus­ SEA THUNDER (Colonial), August 9— —Chairman, Louis P. Cuellnltz; Secre­ messman should make coffee every tomers each waiter has will be ironed ALCOA POINTER (Alcoa), July 26— Chairman, Bill Lowe; Secretary, Robert tary, Edward Leahy. Motion was mado morning. out in New Orleans. Ship's delegate will Chairman, William F. Simmons; Secre­ Benlamln. Motion was passed to contact to alternate the cleaning of the wash­ collect money to be donated to the fam­ tary, Z. A. Markrls. Members will make the Union to get permission for the room and library. Steward asked for COUNCIL GROVE (Cities Service), July ily of Thomas Liles, who is in the hos­ up a repair list so that the ship's dele­ crew to tie up the ship whenever the complete cooperation from the entire 26—Chairman, John Newman; Secretary, pital. One man wants cakes and pastry gate can turn it over to - shoreside offi­ master fails to put in a call for crdw crew. One man has been placed on pro­ Richard Geiling. Ship is being cleaned like the passengers get: there have been cials for action to be taken. replacements. No action has been taken bationary standby, for failure to carry his sanitary duties. All men should up. One man missed ship in Germany: no doughnuts for a long time. Messroom August 16—Chairman, Z. A. -Markrls; on the repair list. Confusion about trans­ out his gear was packed and turned over to is not being kept clean by one member. Secretary, Carl C. Miller. Delegates were portation money due certain ndembers wear proper clothing-In the messhall. the captain.. Scuppers in the messroom Pantry and messhall should be cleaned asked to have repair lists ready to turn will be taken up with the patrolman. BLUESTAR (Traders), July 15—Chair­ and galley are being repaired. Washing after 4:00 AM watch, as they do on over to the ship's delegate before the machine should be replaced. Tile in the freighters. ROBIN onoobFELLOW (Seas), August man, Anthany Ferrara; Secretary, Leon­ ship reaches port. Four representatives deck department head should be rewill see shoreside officials about the first 2—Chairman, M. Pierprenski; Secretary, ard Russl. H. Murranka was elected ship's aired. The baker got a vote of thanks SEATRAIN GEORGIA (Seatraln), Au­ assistant using vulgar language in the R. N. Balene. Patrolman should investi­ delegate by aticlaniation. Cook will cook or the fine work that he has done dur­ gust 16—Chairman, J. H. Smith; Secre­ engine room. Vote of thanks went to the gate the food's coiidllion and the ability meats more or less to order. Steward ing the trip. tary, W.J. Cahill. Ship's delegate should steward department for a good Job well of the cooks, as a lot of the fopd isn't promised that there would be a change contact the chief mate about having the done. Members were asked to refrain edible. There has been a shortage of in food as soon as the stares came aboard GOLDEN CITY (Waterman), July 1»— porthole gaskets checked. More fans from in 'Frisco. Company Is to put on choice coffee cups fg^ ash trays. sanitary equipment since tTie beginning meats. Chairman, F. N. Vigcent; Secretary, J. should be Installed in the rooms and Chief using Wind scoops and cots will be put of the trip.' Chief electrician says he will electrician wants the delegate te E. Hannon. F. Braun was elected ship's messhall. Motion was made to have the fix the washing machine if the cl|iief en­ on board before sailing. Deck depart­ delegate by acclamation. Washing ma­ steward stop putting icefl coffee on the get a clarification on his work. ment is t# handle steward department gineer orders parts. 'Vote of thanks was stores more carefully. chine should be cleaned after use. Sink menu. Harry C. Nelson was elected ship's STEEL MAKER (isthmian), August 19— given to the chief electrician for show­ in 4-8 deck department foc'sle needs re­ delegate by acclamation. August 9—Chairman, C. Ritter; Secre­ Chairman, C. Evaret; Secretary, E.' W. ing movies to the crew on the tfip. pairing. Recreation room should be fixed. tary, L. Russl. Captain Js to cooperate Carter. Captain will not give out a draw, with the ateward on buying stores If ALCOA ROAMER (Alcoa), August' 8— as we will not be in port loiig. Foc'sles CITY OP ALMA (Waterman), Aqgust 9 DEL ORO (Mississippi), July .25—Chair­ Chairman, J. Strlngfellow; Secretary, J. were not painted this trip. They will bp —Chairman, Mike Tewsend; Secretary, necessary. Repair list will be lAade up man, E. J. Gaylor; Secretary, R. A. De- L. Dansey. One man missed ship In painted Red Slmmens. All rooms hav(! been and repairs made In Japan. Captain will vlrgileo. Disputed overtime will be re- Tampa. Discussion was held on taking articles. before the crew signs on foreign painted out. There is a lodging beef for buy Coca Cola and soda for the slop­ - ferred to the patrolman. Steward should care of the laundry. the patrohiaan due to -chipping around chest. Chief engineer will keep lils nose check stores before saiilng. Water in out of deck engineer's face and stop MARY ADAMS (BloOmfield), August 16 rooms where m^ were off Watch- trying using him as a flunky. Night cook and tanks shouid be analyzed and tanks HEYWOOD BROUN (Victory Carriers), —Chairman, C. R. Haun; Secretary, R. B. to sleep. Lockers and rooms shbuld be • should be cleaned. Patrolman will check August 9—Chairman, O. A. Ramsey; Sec­ Hunt. Donald D. Dambrlno was elected left clean for the • n^xt crew. Linen third cook te keep ' out of each other's with the chief engineer on the rest pe­ retary, E. W. Auer. Shoreside personnel ship's delegate by acclamation.' Ship's should not be scattered all over the ship. hair. Deck department Is to stop throw­ riods for engine department employees. should be kept out of quarters. Garbage delegate will see the^ master aT>out the Bunk springs and mattresses shbuld be ing cigarette butta behipd toilet .bowls. Plack gang and' steward department disposal problem should be solved. Mess- crewmember «tho WM^-ndt g!lven > port checked by the steu(ard. Members were AH, mall JiClonglng io tbe crew''wl^.be foc'sles should be painted out. Vessel room doors and passageway doors wHl ' (GiSiitfnued ked fbr fkeir' pitteiica' 'land'^Sbbpera- '0 0(! I ..A;; -;.:, 1 ja-'V- �SEAFARERS September It. Ittt Fee* 1%eniy<4Ir« LOG ... DIGEST of SHIPS' MEETINGS ... (Continued from page 24) collected by fho ehip'c delegate. MeiefaaU refrlgeratlor la on the bum. New «na le to be put on. AU shoreelde people •re to be kept out it passageway* in Jtepan and Korea. Chief cook got a vote •f thanks for his good clean cooking. FORT HOSKINS (CItle* Service), March 4—Chairman, i. C. Pewlll; Secretary, M. Launey. Crew voted to buy a new motor for the washing machine If the •Id one la damaged beyond repair. One man left the ship. Ship la In good shape. April S—Chairman, Aiiisen Herbert; Secretary, George Mates. Captain wiU be asked to get a new washing machine. Patrolman will be told about the two men who got off at the mate's request. Kubblsh should not be thrown on the deck. Door knob on day man's room and fans WiU be added to the repair list. April IS—Chairman, A. I. Herbert; Sec­ retary, Robart J. Lendry. Each man wiU donate $1 to the sTUp's fund to help pay for washing machine parts. Dirty dishes and cups should be returned to the sink. April 23—Chairman, J. S. Fawitt; Sec­ retary, Robert J. Landry. Crew was warned about getting Into trouble on the long trip to Japan. Washing machine should be turned off after use. so as not to burn out the motor. Ceffee pot should be emptied in the trash cab, not on the deck. May 13—Chairman, J. E. Renert; Sec­ retary, C. R. Mate. Door locks need ro' pairing. Eaeh department will take turns cleaning the ladder. MesshaU la being left very dirty. Cigarette butts ahotild go in ashtrays. Men should be properly dressed In the messhall. GlasseC should be retiimed to the gaUey. May 3l-'-Chalrman, J. S. Renart; Secre­ tary, Gaome Mate. One man apologized for his behavior In port. Lock la needed for pumpman's door. One man has to go to the doctor. July S—Chairman, J. 1. Renert; Secre­ tary, Robert A. Wariand. AU work per formed by the bosun wUl be put down and turned over to the patrolman at the payoff. Engine department heads and passageways are being left dirty. Cap­ tain and chief engineer took aU the fans •ut of the crew's quarters, leaving only «ne per ream. Ship Is going to the FerBian Gulf. Condition of the fans is very poor. August 4—Chairman, J. B. Renert; Sec­ retary, Robert A. Wariand. The trouble between the officers and the crew will be described In a letter and mailed to headquarters from Japan. Beef was brought up en whistling down below and keeping the watch awake. Crew agreed to whistle on deck only. CARROLL VICTORY (South Atlantic), July If—Chairman, Bernard Mace; Sec­ retary, F. T. .Cassldy. Ship's delegate reported the captain's remark* regarding Items tq be carried in slops' hereaftel and this WiU be referred to the patrol­ man. There was a discussion on the cap tain's attitude on draws, opening of' the slopchest. etc. This wlU be referred to PERSONALS thb patrolman. AU departments wUl al­ ternate cleaning the laundry and the recreation room. LONE JACK (cities Stryleo), August 30—Chairman, W. A. Craig; Secretary, p. V. Hemmel. Some overtime Involving the cteward doing carpenter's work wUI be taken up with the patrolmen. AU deck department foc'ales wiU be painted, as well as steward department quarters. AU brothers who play cards in the recrea­ tion room WiU clean up after they arc finished. DEL VIENTO (Mississippi), August Chalrmsn, L. Stone; Secretary, Duke Hell. A few minor beefa wiU be taken up with the patrolman in New Orleans. He wiU be asked about getting-an electric cooler for the crew mess as the ice machine goes out very often, and then there is no way to get cold water. AU linen should be turned In and aU keys tagged and turned in before leaving the ship. AU hands were asked by the bosun to co­ operate and to use the stairs and parts of the ship not painted, and help him in his work of painting the ship. There is a $5 balance in the ship's fund. S20 was spent to buy a picture which wiU be placed in the crew messroom. Get New Books Through Agents Seafarers who applied for new membership books in New York but are now sailing from outports don't have to come to this city to get their new books. If the men -Involved will write to headquarters and tell the Union which port they are sailing out of, the Union will forward the book in care of the port agent. Under no circumstances however, will the books be sent through the mails to any private addresses. rttary. Hank Sandars. AH repairs were taken care of. Union wiU be contacted about getting a new washing machine from the company. August 20—Chairman, G. Walter; Sec­ ratary, J. Parker. Washing machine was repaired after SIU Seattle agent saw the chief engineer about Itr Ship's delegate WiU have the captain inspect quarters aft. as they are very dirty. San Fran­ cisco patrolman wiU be told about the mate giving orders to the deck depart­ ment. There was a discussien on the use of tha washing machine and tha lockers which need repairing. tano. Angela CarrasquiUo was elected ship's delegate. $12.22 remaining from the library coUcction wiU be added to the ship's fund which the ship's delegate Is taking care of. SEATRAIN NEW JERSEY (Scatrain), September 4—Chairman, Sir Charles; Sec­ retary, Jopiln. Sir Charles was elected chip's delegate by acclamation: S49.02 was turned over to him. Motion was passed to get new library books. There were beefs about the ahip being a poor feeder, with the grades of meat received lately considered very poor. The beefs WiU be listed and sent to Union head­ quarters. Unanimous vote of apprecia­ tion went to the ship's delegate lor a job weU done. ROSIN DONCASTER (Saas Shipping), June 20—Chairman, S. C. Scott; Secre­ tary, Gtna Flowars. New washing ma­ chine, coffee urn and two ice boxes came aboard. Cy Sypher was voted ship's dele­ gate by acclamation. Delegates wiU see the captain about painting out foc-sies and passageways. Used linen should be turned over to the steward. Washing machine should be taken care of; it should not be used before 7:30 AM or after 8:30 PM. Men should help clean up the officers* mess after movies and clean out the Ubrary. Garbage should not be dumped- around housing and no one but ship's personnel should be in the pas­ sageways. NOTICES @00 rasa 0000® t 4* Joseph Koiobziejskl William CUnton Riley Contact Welfare Services at SlU , Call or write your mother at 5701 N. 11th Road, Arlington 5, Virginia. headquarters. Important. 4 t 4 Guy W. Nemnan, AB Frank Barnett, OS MiteheU Frank Jones, Jr. You can pick up your gear by Imlierative that you contact your •ister. 7704 N, out whert the Ameroceau paid oSf. Rome Avenue, Tampa, rl^riSa, MARORB (Ore), August 23—Chairman, Richard Foust; Secretary, John R. Taurln. Two men missed the ship in Baltimore. The washing machine needs repairing. It shoiUd be cleaned after use. No mops are to be washed in the laundry trays. Chief engineer promised to paint aU black gang rooms next trip. Ship's dele­ gate will see the master about getting the crew's quarters cleaned up. Deck and steward rooms need painting. PORTMAR (Calmar), June 21—Chair­ man, 'F. Anderson' Secretary, G. Reid. M. Harris was ti-ited ship's delegate. Captain wiU give a smaU draw in Panama. Water cooler needs to be fixed. There was a request for buttermilk. AU were asked to help keep the recreation room and the laundi-y clean. Members should be quiet so men off watch can sleep. August 14—Chairman, F. P, Ammens: Secretary, Harry KIght. No one is to wash his face in the water cooler. Chief engineer should. turn off the ice box a day before defrosting and cleaning. There should be more fresh vegetables and fruit. Too many men are making coffee. There is a shortage on supplies in gen­ eral. July 18—Chairman, S. Scott; Secretary, Gene Flowers. Foc'sles were painted out. Washing machine is out of order. There TOPA TOPA (Waterman), August 24— should be no late parties in the mess- Chairman, T. Finnerty; Secretary, Frank room in port and no loud singing. Mess- Kustura. AU repalra have been turned in. man should arrange chairs before cof- As many repairs as possible will be made feetime. Electrician talked on the care before the ship pays' off. Men getting off and use of washing machine. should strip bunks and turn linen in, August 38—Chairman, E. Flowers; Sec­ leaving foc'sles clean. AU men were retary, D. Powers. Skipper said crew asked to donate to the ship's fund. Dele­ messrooms wiU be painted in port. Re­ gates of each department should collect pair lists WiU be made out. Patrolman from members of their departments. Vote will be asked about the bosun and car­ of thanks went to the deck engineer and penter changing rooms with the purser's the electrician for running a shore boat office, due to the noise made by the in Pusan. ship's laundry. AU hands should help keep the showers clean. Men should be properly dressed in the messroom. All hands should help clean the saloon messroom after movies. DEL ALiA (Mississippi), August •— Chairman, L. Tucker; Secretary, H. Cerdcs. There is S63.fi7 on band: *30 wUl be spent for books and a rubber stamp to stamp the books with and a tube for the record player. Bosun wiU be given money to buy two softballs. Frank Wil­ liams was elected ship's delegate by ac­ clamation. The 40 gallons of fresh milk aboard wUl be used for the officers and crew only, and separate milk wiU be put aboard for psssongers. There is a ques­ tion on why the steward cannot buy fresh milk and vegetables down south. Steward and one man from his depart­ ALAMAR (Calmar), August 30—Chair­ ment WiU check stores fur the coming man, Thurston Lawls; Sacratary, Slick voyage. Story. There is *44.18 in the ship's fund. are needed In the foc'sles. STEEL tRAVELER (Isthmian), August New fans should be cleaned before leaving II—Chalrmsn, S. SloncskI; Secretary, Wil­ Foe'sles ship. liam Devlin, Jr. S. Sloneski was elected ship's delegate. Percolator should be treated carefuUy, as three were burned out last trip. Rusty drinking and wash­ ing water was discussed. Ship's delegate WACOSTA (Wsterman), September <— will contact the chief engineer about Chalrmsn, M. S. Davis; Secretary, H. cleaning aU tanks and pipes during the Starkey. Foc'sles are being painted, as voyage. requested. No one is to enter the pantry during meal hours. Steward department ATLANTIC WATER (Metro), August 30 will straighten out working rules with ARCHERS HOPE (Cities Service), Au­ gust 25—Chairman, Karl Hellman; Secre­ —Chairman, Clyda W. Mariner; Secratary, the patrolman. tary, Thcodero Jones. Men who wish to Parker. Crew's passageways should be CAPTAIN NATHANIEL B. PALMER leave the ship should do so at the payoff painted out before the next trip. Ship's in Bridgeport. Steward said the chief delegate got a hearty vote of thanks (Nat. Shipping), August 31—Chairman, cook was fired because he cannot fry from aU members for the fine job he has A. Ellis; Sacretary, P. J. Margart. Cap­ steaks; the crew seems to be satisfied done this voyage. Two men were left in tain WiU be contacted about the draw. with him. Spoiled food was thrown over­ the hospital at Trieste. Repair lists were Some of the painting that was promised board, but some is still on board. Motion mailed in to New York. Men were asked stiU has not been done. Mate is giving was made to have a library and slop- not to turn down OT and to take in a the DM a hard time. GaUey must be chest put on the ship before we sail clean ship. AU crewmembers will donate painted, as well as steward room and foreign. Patrolman wiU be contacted on $.50 at the next draw to the ship's fund, head. AU linen and cots should be turned which now has a balance of *4.50. The over to the steward the day before ar­ ttiis. ship's delegate was reimbursed for the rival. money he spent taking the sick members STEELORE (Marven), August 2t—Chair­ man, Guy Nealls; Secrefary, K. A. Mc- to the hospital. Washing machine should Leod. Two men missed ship in Baltimore. not be left running and should be Captain wiU be contacted about putting a cleaned after use. GaUey is very ship­ sea chesL aboard. Repair list wiU be shape. and a vote of hearty thanks went made upT lockers and fans wiU be to the steward department for good food checked. Fan is required for the pantry. and services rendered. Wipers are to do More night lunch and bread wiU be put their sanitary work properly, since it is not up to par. out. SUZANNE (Bull, August 30—Chair­ Soptsmber 9—Chairman, Robert W. man, Red Campbell; Secretary, T. Vigo. STRATH FORT (Strathmere), August 20 Miller; Secretary, Fred R. Hicks, Jr. Special meeting was held to discuss the —Chairman, MIchaal Sfkersky; Secratary, Decks have been painted and passage­ menus being Patrolman in New Rabart Wiseman. Repair list was read. ways cleaned. One brother wiU be York WiU be served. to find out what's Fumigation of the sliip is needed. gaUey brought up -on charges for agitating and the matter withasked stores that the ship should be scraped and painted, crew's performing. Entire book membership is getting. Chief the cook and steward will quarters, passageways, toilets and show­ voted for this, b'tiip wiU not pay off un- get together on the food and the steward ers need sougeeing and painting. Patrol­ tU passageways have been sougeed in the man WiU be contacted. Washing machine engine department. A big vote of thanks was told to get better meats. has been repaired. Library wiU be for a job weU done was voted for our SWEETWATER (Mar-Trade), August 2 changed when the ship reaches the West ship's delegate, Robert W. MiUer. Stew­ W. M. Kumkc; Secretary, Coast. Thanks went to the chief steward, ard department was commended highly —Chairman, Clyde Carlson. W. M. Kumke was elected cooks and messmen for their good work, for the food and the service and the ship's Each member will con­ and to. the ship's delegate for a job well preparation of the food. Wipers are now tribute delegate. a dollar toward starting a ship's doing a better jwb on sanitary work. done. Members were asked to leave the ship fund; ship's delegate wiU hold the money. STRATHBAY (Strathmere), July «— clean, and soiled linen is to be turned Steward wiU try to get more variety in the frozen vegetables on long runs. MessChairman, C. B. Lae, Jr.; Secratary, J. in. room is to be kept cleaner in the future. Caravans. C. E. Lee was elected ship's FRANCES (Suil), Seprsmber 7—Chair­ Repair list was made up from last trip. delegate: Eddie Caravona. deck delegate. far only a few minor repairs have Slopchest WiU be checked at the end of man, James Purcell; Secretary, V. Capl- So been taken care of. Everything will be the trip. Man who got Ubrary books wiU taken care of when the ship goes to dryhe reimbtursed. dock this month. August 24—Chairman, W. M. Kumke; RAPHAEL SEMMES (Waterman), Au­ (1) From the Italian camera, Secretary, Robblns. Company wiU be gust 2—Chairman, Jahn W. Parker; Sacasked about innerspring mattresses. which means chamber. Steward wiU ask the company for better bacon. One man missed ship in Perth (2) (b) Appalachian. Amboy, NJ. Joseph Stephens Contact Manfred Sepia at 240 £. e9th Street, New York. NY. » t • it . Eddie Engebrektsen It is urgent that you get in touch with Willy Johansen; Markveien 30, Oslo, Norway. This is in regard to your visa. i It Weslie Bingham Please contact Charles "Bob' Robertson at the ^aten Island USPHS hospital as soon as posgible. ^ » Quiz Anawera Howard Mens Get in contact with J. S. McRae at 100 King Street, Houston, Texas. ^ ^ (3) A famous English highway­ Warren E. Fryo man.' Please contact your family or (4) (a) Allan Pinkerton. Ed Rydon call office of F. M. Cahoon, Dare (5) (a) .2. X letter for you from Lou Hop­ County, Manteo, North Carolina, (6) The "spear" side. kins is being held at the SEA­ collect, immediately. (7) (c) Lord Kitchener. FARERS LOG office, V Af Ai (8) The pronunciation. All of Newton Elmer Baker t them sound like the letter Q. Edgar R. Hauser It Is important that you get In (9) (a) 25. There is a registered letter for (10) John had $232; Jack had touch with Eugene Baker, 375 .N. Cherry Avenue, Fontana, Cali­ you at the New York hall, $118. fornia. ir Sanmel Curtis t t Your^keys and discharge from Robert M. Scott Puzzle Auawer Call MU 9-0710 in reference to the Cantlgny can be picked up at this SEAFARERS LOG office. Remaud. - tit Ai Af ^ S0SS[!]00 S00GS0 James Monroe Sneil Joe Tfaomag MeCorkie S00®[i0a a0DB0 Contact Welfare Services at SIU Get in Uiuch with the ship's dele­ gate on the SS Bull Run by malL headquarters. tity of stores before the ship sails. Crewmembers leaving the ship at the payoff should turn over their room keys for the new men. STEEL ARTISAN (Isthmian), August 30 —Chairman, Joseph Wagner; Secretary, Dick Grant. Patrolman will settle the matter of overtime involving the two firemen. Four end seajs in the messroom will be kept for the watch slanders. Men calling the watches should make sure men are awake when they leave. There is a balance of $31.30 in the ship's fund. Library books sent aboard from the SIU will be used in the Persian Gulf and ap­ preciated by aU hands. SOUTHERN CITIES (Southern Trading), September 2—Chairman, .Pete Gawille: Secretary, R. A. Ericsen. Sougeeing and painting of quarters wiU be paid by regular overtime; sougeeing and painting of hospital room also. Washing machine is to be repaired or a new one installed. More variety and better night lunches are to be served. Ship is to be fumigated before leaving 'The yard. ARLYN (Bull), August 31—Chairman, Jahn Brennan; Secretary, Raymond Terras. Raymond Torres was elected ship's delegate. Repair list was made out for each department. MARVEN (International Navigation), August 30—Chairman, William O'Cenner; Secretary, Wilbert Wentling. John Singer was elected ship's delegate. Ship's fund wiU be started with a $2 donation from all crewmembers. Wiper. OS and BH will clean the recreation room and the laun­ dry. Dirty cups and plates will be placed in the sink. Slopchest w'lU be ordered in San Pedro. Anyone who wants anything special is to teU the ship's delegate. First assistant engineer wiU be contacted about fixing the crew ice box. Discussion was held on buying a radio for the recreation room. FAIRPORT (Waterman), August Chairman, Charles T. Scett; Secretary, W. E. Merse. All men should change linen promptly on linen day. Overtime is to be distributed equally. Valves in the crew pantr.v and gaUey should be fixed. Chief engineer promised to take care of this right away. AU hands should put up the money to get an automatic timer for • the washing machine so the motor docs OREMAR (Ore), August 23—Chairman, not burn up. Men using the machine Sam Drury; Secretary, Sob Everton. should turn It off before leaving the Steward wiU check the quality and quan­ room. Machine should not be overloaded. Editor, SEAFARERS LOG. 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn 32, NY I would like to receive the SEAFARERS LOG—please put my name on your moiling list. (Print Information) NAME STREET ADDRESS mora ®s sas aB]®Il[i S00EI .ZONE STATE @00 asas Sana CITY acasD ons anas Signed saaa aitiaa TO AVOID DUPLICATION: If you or# an old tubscribor ond hovo o chtnga^^ of addroti, plooio givg your formor oddrosi bslowi 000 00 oara aaiia0 rasoacaao ADDRESS QSfflas sssaasgs 0^300^;. ESS- Eaa CITY �PagB Twentynds SEAFARERS LOG : ^:^^U:.:^:':l/:..;;,.. 8»^mmaber t$, liU Lawyer Tries T6 'Cut' Death $ Despite the fact that there is no red tape involved in collecting the $2,500 SIU death benefit, and that no lawyers are needed, the Welfare Services Department recently was informed of another case where a lawyer was trying to cut-a slice of the death benefit for himself. Such lawyers, of course, the^sister. that she intends to pay the funeral The following list, contains the names of hospitalized Seafarers who don't care that the $2,500 is. Meanwhile, the sister .contacted bill directly to the funeral home, In many cases, all that a widow the Union and said that the law­ and pay the hospital directly, but are being taken care of by cash benefits from the SIU Welfare Plan. with some children has to tide her yer was also bothering her with that since she never hired the law­ While the Plan aids them financially, all of these men would welcome over after the death of the family letters and phone calls, claiming yer, she is not going to pay his al­ mail and visits from friends and shipmates to pass away the long days and weeks in a hospital bed. USPHS hospitals allow plenty of time breadwinner. They are just inter­ that she owed him a fee of aimost most $400 "fee." ested in seeing how much of the $400 for "services rendered." The The Union's Welfare Services, for visitors. If you're ashore and you see a friend's name on the list, $2,500 they can get for themselves, sister claimed that she never saw meanwhile, is investigating to see drop in for a visit. It will be most welcome. the lawyer, and had never spoken if any famiiies of Seafarers have for just writing a letter. USPHS HOSPITAL David H. Rucker Tedd-R. Terrington NORFOLK, VA. Abram A. Sampson J. D. Thomas In this case, the deceased Sea­ to him before, and had definitely been forced to pay part of their John B. Blanton Georae C. Warren J. Santiago J. F. Thornfourg never hired him for anything. death benefit to lawyers whom Jessie P. Brinkley Albert L. WUUs farer had designated his sister as Luther C. Seidle Lonnie R. Tickle In addition to his almost $400 they never hired. Edward Seserko J. E. Ward USPHS HOSPITAL , the beneficiary. It just happened Larkin C. Slnith Charles E. Wells the lawyer had also sent SAN FRANCISCO. CAL. "We've said again and again that that the sister's husband recently "fee," T. R. Stanley Virgil E. Wilmoth Simon Bunda Herbert J, Lee bills for the Seafarer's funeral and no lawyers are needed to collect L. M. Steed A. J. Wyzenski Thomas Conway Eugene G.'~Plahn had a heart attack and was unable Richard R. Sutlle C. Young Jim Corsa Peter Smith , to work, so the death benefit came certain hospital bills for the Sea­ the $2,500 death benefit," stated a H. L. Cox D. K. T. Sorensen USPHS HOSPITAL Roy M. Green W. Timmermalt at a time when she really needed farer. The sister told the Union Welfare Services representative. B. BOSTON, MASS. B. Jackline Joseph R. Wing Edwin T. Callahan Dominic Massello some money for doctor's bills and Ho Tse Kong John J. Flaherty Theodore_ Mastaler living expenses. John Gala Norman E. Napier USPHS HOSPITAL For Faster Service S. R. Greenrldge Kobejt E. Peck SAVANNAH. GA. As soon as the Union received J, Heikkurinen Frank Semple W. W. Allred C. M. Klrkland John A. CaU Jimmie Littleton official word of the death from the USPHS HOSPITAL Arthur C. Comstock Morris J. Lohr, Jr. - GALVESTON. TEXAS port agent in that city, the Wel­ John E. Duffy L. T. McGowan C. Barboza Kenneth Mclntbck William E. FreymutlR. B. Sink fare Plan went to work on paying Howard W. Forbes H. Mclsaac F. W. Grant K. C. Bumgarner Jas. A. Heffley John E. Markopolo' the death benefit. Within a few Walt E. Hantusch John Hoffman Carl M. Peterson • days, the check was ready for the Bernard Lignowski Thomas A. Scanloa USPHS HOSPITAL W, W. Lipscomb SEATTLE. WASH. sister. Arthur Compau M. E. Newman PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL Edward Edinger L. E. Twite Claimed to Represent MOBILE. ALA. Roscoe Alford SEASIDE GENERAL HOSPITAL However, just as the check was WILMINGTON, CAL. NY EYE A EAR HOSPITAL Arthur N. Butler being mailed, a letter arrived from NEW YORK. NY Walter Gritski VETERANS ADMINISTRATION a lawyer in the city where the Sea­ HOSPITAL VETERANS ADMINISTRATION farer had died. This was well over LONG BEACH. CAL. HOSPITAL Samuel J. Brooks 1,000 miles from where the sister CORAL GABLES. FLA. FIRLAND SANITORIUU J. C. VUar lived, but the lawyer claimed he SEATTLE. WASH. BEEKMAN DOWNTOWN HOSPITAL Emit Austad "represented" the sister, and want­ NEW YORK. NY USPHS HOSPITAL , WUIiam F. Doran ed the death benefit mailed to him, DETROIT. MICH. COLUMBUS HOSPITAL Tim Burke Harry J. Cronin apparently so he could deduct his NEW YORK. NY USPHS HOSPITAL "fee" before giving the sister the Euseblo Flores MEMPHIS. TENN. Charles Burton money. USPHS HOSPITAL ENDOWOOD HOSPITAL STATEN ISLAND. NY Welfare Services contacted the TOWSON. MD. Ricce Albenese Alexsander Ktngsepp Leonard Franks Edward Balboa Stanley Leske lawyer, and told him the money USPHS HOSPITAL Frederick Burferd Cecil V. Lewis was being sent;, directly to the sis­ FORT WORTH. TEX. S. S. Cantrell John Maclnnea Yace H. Smira Joseph P. Wise Antonio Carrane Michael Marcello ter. The lawyer contacted the USPHS HOSPITAL Charles E. Collins Luther R. MUton Union again and again, even phon­ BALTIMORE. MO. Salvatere DiBella Jerry J. Palmer Earl -G. Alverson WUIiam L. Nesta James N. Frain John Quinn ing the Union long-distance and, Tobey Flynn, Welfare Services rep, sends a message on newly Roland BeU David P. Rivers Lawerence Franklin John Roberts feeling very brave over the phone, installed teletype network linking all SIU branches. Messages John T. Boyte Ivor H. Rose . Burton J. Frazer Charles Robertson Leslie J. Brilhart James Rose Charles Gallagher George H. Roblnsn tried to threaten the Union. He can be sent to any or all branches and answers received within Fred A. Burns Ray T. Shields EUtell Godfrey J. Sampson was told the money was sent to seconds, thus speeding up service for the membership. Clyde Clarke Jack R. Snyder Nathan Goldfinger Virgil Sandberg in the HOSPITALS All of the following SIU families Mrs. Wilbert J. Hennessy, 1216 will collect the $200 maternity Anunciation Street, New Orleans, benefit plies a $25 bond from the La. Union in the baby's name. t William James Burke, bom Au­ Joseph Noqueira, Jr., born July gust 23, 1953. Parents, Mr. and 19, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. John S. Burke, 1400 Spruce Joseph Noqueira, 7 Unity Street, Street, Mobile, Ala. Boston, Mass. 4" 4* 4" • t> tl iS^ OlUa Martindale Bailey, bom Patricia Dianne Wright, born August 12, 1953. Parents, Mr. June 6, 1953. Parents, Mr. and and Mrs. Charles N. Bailey, 309Vi Mrs. Cleophas Wright, Box 183, South Conception Street, Mobile, Abraham Courts, Greenville, Miss. Ala. L 4^4 and Mrs. Partha E. Jernigan, 91-13 187th Place, Hollis, Long Island, NY. 4 4 4 Charles Kendall Black, born Au­ gust 8, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Meyer H. Black, 329 Lyon Street, San Francisco 17, Cal. 4 4 4 Kathleen TWary Dowling, bom July 26, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Dowling, 4002 Evergreen Avenue, Jacksonville, Fla. 4 4 4 Leonard Rams, Jr., born August Bobby Bryant Fowler, bom Feb18,. 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. raary 15, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Raymond Frederick Karlkvlst, Leonard Rams, 41 South Monroe Mrs. Cullen B. Fowler, PC Box born August 19^ 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fredrik Karlkvlst, Terrace, Dorchester, Mass. 155, Elberta, Ala. •. 7139 Etdrick Street, PhUadelphia 4 4 4. Jan Margaret Hennessy, bom James Joseph Jernigan, bom 35, Pa. 4 4 4 August 10, 1953. Parents, Mr. and September 16, 1953. Parents, Mr. Delmar Frederick Kelly, Jr., born July 15, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Delmar F. Kelly, 13181^ Getting Sill Hospital Money Camp Street, New Orleans, La. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 , 4 4 4 Jeff Davis David F. Sykes Anofrlo DeFilippie Sam Tate Edgar L. Krotzer Norman D. Tober Edgel E. Luxier V.,L. WiUiamson WiUiam Mitchell Elmer W. Carter USPHS HOSPITAL NEW ORLEANS. LA. R. P. Adams Harry M.'Hankee L. H. Allaire Gunder H. Hansen E. BraceweU C. M. Hawkins E. G. Brewer John Homen William R. Burch B._R. Huggins C. Jones Jose A. CoUs S. Cope J. H. JoJnes E. G. Knapp Adlon Cox Rogelio Cruz Leo H. Lang Glen M. Curl A. J. Laperouse Joseph L. Dionne Theedore E. LeeJohn P. Doyle WiUiam Lennox James E. Edge R. Lumpkin M. Fakhry Louis C. MUler John S. Futrell Jas. L. Morrison Wiley B. Gates John T. Murray Edward J. GUlies Kenyon Parks Jack H. Gleason Harlan Ray Petere W. T. Presley Paul Goodman John Hane Louis Roa John Hamilton Robert Sizemero Einar A. Hansen Thor Thorsen Floyd M. Hansen Harry S. Tuttle Lick K. Hing Alberte M. Veloa Oscar Jones George Vickery KleiAent Jutrowski Richard \irelr Alexander Kerr USPHS HOSPITAL MANHATTAN BEACH. BKLYN. NY Percy D. Allred Ludwlg Kristianson Claude F. Blanks Frederick Landry Walter Chalk James J. Lawlor Bomar R. Cheeley James R. Lewis Julian CuthreU Francis F. Lynch Charles M. Davison Harry F. McDonald Emilio Belgado Archibald McGuigan Antonio M. Diaz David Mcllreath John J. Drlscoll Vic MUazze. John T. Edwards Lloyd MUler. Jose G. Espinoza Jack D. Morrison Robert E. Gilbert Alfred MuoUer Bart E. Guranick Eugene T. Nelson Peter Gvozdich Geo, E. Shumaker John B. Haas E. R. Smallwood James M. HaU Henry E. Smith Thomas Isaksen Herbert R. Totten John W. Keenan Renato A. ViUaU Proud New Papa Carolyn Marie Clough, born Au­ gust 5, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Luther E. Clough, 120 Green­ land Beach, Baltimore, Md. * James Glenn Rankin, born Sep­ tember 3, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. James B. Rankin, 315 Red­ wood Avenue, Jackson, Miss. Robert Dennis Pow, born July 11, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Pow, 114-37 132nd Street, South Ozone Park, NY. Bs- il-;:': j'.iu; -' _ • • "^g Mona Lynn Zweep, born Au­ gust 21, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Zweep, 1321 North Horace Avenue, Rockford, HI. Seafu^ L. If. Twit# sits up Jn bed in Seattle USPHS Hospital bolda Ml $19 weaidir welfare benefit given him by Jeff Gillette Oefti.jSeai^ port briped Twite, ' Michael Joseph Laughlln,. bora July 12, 1993.- Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Laughiin, 1632 South 10th Strefet, PWlidh^hii, Pa/ SehfaFer . Jasper C. Abdenon has a happy smile as he reads a I leUcr from Paul Hall, SIU sec.-treas;, welcoming Jasper's new SOB, i i««rthi' �^vteaAcr It, 195| SEAFARERS ov/-, SEEDT THE SEAFARERS I,: |i LOG Page Twenty-sevem Union Helps Amputee Seafarer James Hamilton had only one thing to say when he got out of the Staten Island Hos­ pital, and that was, "I've seen how the Union helped out other guys when they needed help, but now that it's happening to me I know what thft Union means when it says that w^ take care of our own." And in Hamilton's case the With WALTER SIEKMANN help came when it was needed most. For Hamilton, who had had (News about men in the hospitals and Seafarers receiving SW Web his feet injured aboard the Mobilfare^ Benefits will be carried in this column. It is written by Seafarer ian, lost both of his legs just below Walter Siekmann based on items of interest turned up while he makes the' knee. When he was ready to leave the his rounds in his post as Director of Welfare Services.) hospital, the Welfare Services De­ here's another real proud Seafarer around who just became the partment went into action. The her of a bouncing baby boy. Van Whitney is the man who has a first thing was finding him a place fath new son, and the baby weighed in at a healthy 10 pounds, 2 ounces. to live, right near headquarters so He is, of course, collecting that $200 maternity benefit and the new that he'd be able to see his old Whitney is getting the $25 bond from the Union. Lawrence Franhlin, friends at the hall and have some­ who got off the Stony Creek back in November of '52, is doing fine body nearby in case he needed over in Staten Island now that he's had his surgery. them. This was done right away. Thor Thorsen is out of the hospital, after spending some time in Then, Welfare Services went to there fighting to regain his health. He's still not able (o go back to sea, work on collecting Hamilton's but he's able to get around no^&, and has been maintenance and cure for him. spending some pleasant hours around headquarters There has been a short hold-up on visiting with some of his old shipmates. Thor's still this money, since there was a few going back to see the doctors, however, and has days lapse between the thne Hamil­ to take it a little bit ieasy. And Charles Robertson ton left his ship and the time be is back in Staten Island hospital. He got out of went into the hospital, but it is the hospital for a while and had a little vacation expected that this money will be down in Cuba, but it was just a little vacation in coming through within the next James Hamilton (left) chats with Ed. Shephard, FWT, in the ship­ between llperations, because he's back now for few days, along with his unearned ping hall. Hamilton is watching the shipping picture until he gets pay. Meanwhile, the Union has further surgery on his foot. used to his new legs, and then figures he'll ship out again. made sure that Hamilton has Representatives Get Around Thonen You know, the Welfare Services representatives enough money to eat and to take I'm able to get around, I figure wanted to go to the marine hos­ I'll still ship. It's sure a wonderful pital, where he could be among get around quite a bit as they visit the homes of hundreds of Seafarers care of his other needs. feeling to know that the disability other seamen while recovering. with some of the many different benefits paid out under the Welfare Dental Care Plan, or else while helping the Seafarers out with various problems Welfare Services representatives benefit would be right there to The authorities at Kings County they may have. In the course of these duties, the representatives see have also made sure that he got help out if I jeaily needed it, tried to get him transferred, but hundreds of- different SIU homes, and we've all been struck by the back to the hospital for the treat­ though. It makes a man feel good then told him it couldn't be done. way our people are now living. Most of us can remember the times ments he needs, and have also to know that there's something like Then Hamilton told them, "CaU way back, when seamen were just nobody, but now, as we go around, taken him to Staten Island so that that to fall back on if he needs it." my Union and tell them. They'll And, Hamilton says his first ex­ get it done right away for me." we see nice homes and nice families. he could get dental attention. The hospital called, and Welfare Take the maternity benefits for example. About 20 years back, no­ Hamilton says that he's going to perience with the Welfare Servicas body ever thought that seamen had families, without thinking about ship out again as soon as he's used Department came while he was Services checked with Hamilton's paying maternity -benefits. But now we visit these homes that the to getting around with his qew feet still in the hospital. He had gone doctor. The doctor said it would be Seafarers have, and see healthy, friendly wives and children, enjoying and lower legs. "I figure," he says, into Kings County Hospital, and alright for Hamilton to be moved their nSce homes. We feel sort of good as we pay out those $200 ma­ that I'll be able to handle some the operation had been performed the following day. The next day, a ternity. benefits. The whole thing is sure a long way jobs like quartermaster or watch­ there. During the operation, he Welfare Services "representative from the old fiophouses and crimp boarding -houses. man, or something like that, even needed blood and a call went out visited Hamilton and told him to though I can't ship a»-bosun any to the Union. The Seafarers re­ get his clothes together. With the pay and working conditions and benefits Quick Action more. I^d rather keep on working sponded to the call immediately, that Seafarers have today, they've finally been able "The people in the hospital and shipping, though, than go on and Hamilton got all the blood he to have the things that every man has a right to there," said Hamilton, "laughed the Union's disability list. The sea needed. the comfortable homes, fine families, nice neighbors After the operation, Hamilton and said it would be a few days has been my life and as loi;g as —and brother, we sure feel good to see it. before an ambulance came for me, George Vickery has been readmitted to Staten but I packed my things and an Island. George has been in and out of the hospital ambulance got there about 20 min­ for a while now, but it seems that he's doing pretty utes later. Those people in Kings well. John Beckman is also over in Staten Island Vickery County sure were surprised to see now^ John had to get off the Seathunder to go into that ambulance pull up to get me. tlie hospital, and he says that he'd like to hear from some of his old "But since I've gotten out of the friends while he's there and has the time on his hands. hospital, I've seen the way the .Luther Milton seems to be doing fine over in Staten Island now. Union has taken care of me, and He's been- in the hospital over fhere for a while now. And Walter Service deluxe is the what the wife of one Seafarer got helped me out when I really GritskI just got out of the. hospital. His eyes are still in pretty bad shape, and he can just about see, but-he's getting around a little now, when she arrived in New York to spend some time with her needed it, I know now that the and has. been stopping in at the hall to shoot the breeze with some husband. The wife, who had difficulty walking because of SIU really does take care of its own, and there's no better feeling of his old shipmates while he's taking it easy. a physical ailment, arrived in that a man can have." » New York a day before her Within a few minutes, she was in husband's ship was due, and so the car and on her way to the Welfare Services stepped in to hotel". help out. Meanwhile, Welfare Services It all started when the Seafarer, contacted the husband's ship, tell­ who was aboard a ship heading for ing him that everything was ar­ Any totally disabled Sea­ New York, found out his wife in­ ranged, and telling him the hotel farer, regardless of age. who tended to meet him in port. She where his wife would be waiting has been employed for seven had been in Scotland, and was fly­ for him. When th^ ship hit port years on SlU-contracted ships ing to Canada, but when she found the next day, the wife was waiting is eligible for the $25 weekly out her husband's ship was hitting and happy. "I never thought that disability benefit for as long New York, she decided to stop a big union," she said, "would do as he is unable to work. Ap­ oypr and see him for a few days. something like this for one of its plications and queries on un­ Ask Help usual situations should be sent members. Everybody has been to the Union Welfare The Seafarer, knowing his wife wonderful to me, and has made Trustees, c/o SIU Headquar­ had trouble getting around by her­ the visit marvelous. Without the ters, GTO Fourth Avenue, self, sent a cable to the Welfare union's help, I would never have Brooklyn 32. -NY. Services Department, asking them been able to manage this by my­ to help but, and. the department self." swung right into action. By the time the wife's plane had landed' in New York, the Union had made all the arrangements for.. her, and had a representative waiting to meet her. Despite the The deaths of the following ter, Mrs. N. Eckhark of 370 -East fact that it was a holiday week­ Seafarers have been reported to 138 Street, Bronx, NY. end, Welfare Services had made the Seafarers Welfare Plan and MTMBUnON OF UMON KNIFITS • hotel reservations for her. The $2,500 death benefits are being Carl E. Erickson, 47: On June 5,^ FAMIY aUTTIIIS - U8M ACTIOM • Union also contacted the airline, paid to beneficiaries. 1953, Brother Erickson died at sea and rearranged her reservations so aboard the Shinn^ock Bay; he FNUOMU »VKI • MDUOMTION John B. Krewson, 58: Heart was buried at Evergreen Ceme­ that she could stay over in New AWnBU MUn MUR mWUNK > disease caused Brother Krewson's tery, Evereth, Wash. His death York with her husband. COAST OUAW MATTnS • UilltnOYMINT "Then, the Welfare Services rep­ death on August 11, 1953, in the was due to heart trouble. A mefiiINSUMNa^SOCIAl ttCUnTY'HOUflNl resentative explained the situation Bronx, NY. A member of the en­ ber of the deck department. Broth- " MAWnHANCE MFOKMINT • AUOnUMTS • to the officials at the airport, and gine department, he had been sail­ er* Erickson sailed as wiper, inessMFATMAYION • AM KISONAl ntOUIMS arranged for her to get speedy ing SIU since the early part of mata and OS since joining the $1U service through the customs and 1942, when he joined in Miami. in Wilmington in 1952. Surviving *-« Immigration officials there. By Brother Krewson was buried at is his. father, August Erickson of the timefthe plane hit the, jground, island ! National Cemetery, 440 North „ Avaloa Bpuieyjsird,.,Wileve: tu. (ILIL .w. Seafarer's Ailing Wife Gets Royal NY Welcome How To Get Disabled Pay $1 IN J- '.•. T'" •^is i i $1 -•'f| • •rv -'fllI •vil <'.4l - -^1 �• OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THg S E A FA R E R S I NtE R N AT I O N AI U N I O N • ATLANTIC AND GULF DISTRICT • AFl • "v -.v^^ Mt h'K:;7...^;--••• t-V--*'"-': • • - • -i-'-:. '" 'AVr^' - -4v----- • -S':' ip •-£ V''^ •y riyyyyg 7#;y'y:g. r- i:a^^,:,.. 44??Hy- '• • ;_;•>•? vy V;,"^ ' y. • .• .^^ • •- .• -' • • «:;v-.::>.—- .••-^-.r.7 • "• "y- - •• -.•.•• .• - . W -^ : ':rr?--* y'-iiyyv'v;."-n:-?.•'^•r-^-;' •'•'•i.L' 1*' • . •• y.'.''?-. i. :•'••• ••/:•• ,;-4 yy^#4y:4' « - • -,3fy • • y.y-t. '••' •-' VSPHS 1 .. 'Mff 1 —1- •r;,.... •'"'. *. . I 'c/'X"'.'"-.-,.:.' •.'-. -i - vr •••' yF' ysi y- £'• # >- - • T; -' .--oy.?-J. - '•]7^ ' V\^ 7• :y vy \!C4VV;, 4:::5';^V;77 ; ! ;i5i - :!..f'-- y •: v» • • • .'V'Vv''V '••: .rg: y . - tr„-. •, ^•'-. • >'•-:.' r^v,;7. .A - • --. '.•w —••- '•' ••: • J - y*-. :34 Z :'l y-,-< :. • The order is out to oil Government deport­ ments in Washington—"cut your spending to the bone." •«• - tr^ Z.? -• 1^. , ''.y~ " . '"-- '.4' , 'A '.1' , •-. " '• ,"' •'• •iti;- • : mmmM' m.r.' • • A. • • r--V4l,/ .1 -i.-' ••' ••- •:' '.s.y-'y- • The Director of the Budget has told the De­ partment of Health, Education opd Welfare ,y . .. y-";— y > y |i"-7.;.' •- g»-'"'A=^ .:i-i yy.a;feriyiiSiiS' • '.1 *' . .4 ' " • to cut out any request for funds to run the "'V.*"' . ^'.'i —4. '^r 74 • 155-year-old medical care program for sea­ 'ti-• 5s -• men. f^v-.V-"' • The. new budget will face Congress when it reconvenes in January, but the job of saving j; y ' this vital program must be started now. Wu: g-vyry-;-:y;;.y:4; <•-y - 77; '"?y4-7:77 ...75-774,-:"f4.y ;4-v7 ••.y.' '•••' -^ yy•,:..7 yy ':7y:y''"yy7^''-yy:yy-<^7;yvy-,.ii:y.y7 • The SlU is working through its offices in Washington to present the SlU's cose for pre­ y^- serving this vital program. i-^ •:^d • The Union's port branches are actively work­ '•,S''-h.' 'v,y. fi. ing in their local areas to end this threat. But, just as important .> . . -•-\'t ..• ••• ;T •; ' :: "V.••'•-"•y- :T'7 \ jlt--.-' >.-'V'- /:.:;.v4, '4 .-4*7 -v'V/y.:VvVi:: - ..4- .. - -• "-••• - • : •, I- :r77B-'7f ^ • #y 7-?1sy4'. 'Ti'i I Iv 7."-iy*yy .if . — iv£i-y ;• m-'\ '•"!>• • . 77, y7y4';y7f;7yy7: .4 4"-. ^^4^. Telt your congres$man of fhe Importance of the USPHS medical -care program to $eamen and u:>mb^ medical-care program..TO-seamen t6 - the nation. W'rite your congressman and " . - • ':'7 4y44y7';yy4747c4;;| y^;%iJ^;4jyyjj^^ "4- /. y : 7 ; 7 • "7 , } needed medicdl Care program for seamen. ' ' " .V' ^ • \ ••'c'v.y .••'v X<- : •• • ..' •* ' -... '. • • 71 ,v-:'7vi'',. • • , • : - • .7 ,y"7;yrv: m-^r- i-^ [' 7 - ' "'-7:: 'yj ' I'T'" ',' . 7' .-: ;:77' - ' }!'•...if' • - .' ' 4yy .v.";' ^^..y.y •; y^"'^ ' • • ..-.J,:'- 7"f" ,• rv • .:y :i7-'y*;74:ife^ 7 -1-. - T. -'' • ' • 'r-^ (P fyf'- •-: 7:4''* � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource September 18, 1953 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XV, No. 19 Description An account of the resource Headlines: CLOSING ORDER 'A KICK IN THE FACE' SIU, ALLIES WIDEN FIGHT AGAINST USPHS CLOSINGS DURKIN RESIGNS, BLASTS FAILURE TO CHANGE T-H CO. OPENLY JOINS ATLANTIC FIGHT AFL CONVENTION NEARS, LIVELY SESSION IS SEEN EASTERN SS EYES TANK, ORE TRADE CANADIAN DISTRICT SETS STRIKE DATE FOR GREAT LAKES VESSELS SIU CREW HELPS GIS GET CHAPEL SUP WINS $100-MONTH PENSION PLAN SIU DISABILITY $ 'WONDERFUL' FURUSETH IS HONORED BY CORONET MAG ARMY INFLICTS 'COMBAT ZONE' RULE ON SEAMEN IN KOREA DESPITE TRUCE EX-SEAFARER LOSES LEG, NOT SPIRIT 'MIRACLE' CIRE ONLY AN ASPIRIN 'BIG MAMOU' HOME FOR JACK AND SIU SHIPMATES OF 30 YRS AGO MEET WELCOME ABOARD 'ETERNAL VIGILANCE' AND ANOTHER ATTACK WHERE THERE'S LIFE SIU PORTS OF THE WORLD: OSLO BERGEN LOG WRITER'S BOOK WILL SAVE YOU $ ATOM CO'S LABOR POLICIES RAPPED TRADING PLAYERS FOR FOUL BALLS IRKS WORLD TRAVELER CAMPBELL ADVENTURE AND FUN ROLLED IN ONE TAINARON CRUISES SEA LANES ANNUAL MIGRATION TO GREAT LAKES MEANT ROUGH SAILING FOR SEAMEN PASSENGERS, CREW TURN TO AS SHIPMATE CROSSED BAR GOSSIPS WARNED: THERE ARE NO BEEFS ABOARD THE HEADS-UP SHIP PURPLESTAR THEY WORK - UNDERWATER LAWYER TRIES TO 'CUT' DEATH $ UNION HELPS AMPUTEE SEAFARER SEAFARER'S AILING WIFE GETS ROYAL NY WELCOME Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/18/1953 1953 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/f889aa27151ec31848a4275684bbe395.PDF 97f41126874ee734dc861e99b0c5eebd PDF Text Text Z2L$5% Fire SweepsExplorer; Crew'sCourage Cited -Story On Page 3 In This Issue: SIU Calls For Action On Runaway Shipping Story On Page 3 1 I 62 Seafarers Qualify As Election Nominees —Story On Page 2 Fire On Globe Explorer. sm headquarters in New York, Seafarers Walter Mueller (right) and Chester Hughhart point to spot on map to show area where SIU crew of Globe Explorer took to lifeboats in heavy seas off Virginia coast, after raging fire went out of control and prompted an abandon-ship order. Skipper praised seamanship of SIU crewmembers. In photo above, is view of the Globe Explorer (left) with the SS La Pintata standing by after she had taken aboard the Explorer crew. (See story on page 3). Senate, House Meet On P.L 480 Measure -Story On Page 3 Eight SIU Men Retire On $150 Pensions Story On Pages 4, 5, 7 Abidjan-Port of Call For SIU Crewmen Story On Page 15 Annual Report Great Lakes Seafarers Welfare Plaa I Filed With New York State New Orleans AFL-CIO Campaign K/eko//.dInt°ltadsey^'Sams (left) talks with New Orleans Mayor Victor Schiro (center) and Rep. Hale Boggs (D.-La.) as the Greater New. Orleans AFL-CIO kicked off campaign in support of Johnson-Humphrey ticket at "Friends of Labor Night" in SlU Hall. (See story on page 2). Insurance Department See Page 8 i ii i �Pare Twm SEAFARERS September 18, 1964 LOG New Orleans AFL-CiO Launches '64 Campaign Drive In SlU Hall By Paul Hall NEW ORLEANS—The Greater New Orleans AFL-CIO launched Its campaign in sup­ port of the Johnson-Humphrey ticket at the fourth annual "Friends of Labor Night" in the SIU hall here on September 4. More than 800 persons from organized labor, civic, politi­ cal and community life of New*Orleans heard representative president of the Greater New Or­ V. DlRosa and Daniel Kelly; State Hale Boggs (Dem.) of Loui­ leans AFL-CIO; Victor H. Bussie; Senators Adrian Duplantier and All over the nation today there are signs of the American labor movement's tremendous effort to bring out the maximum possible vote to assure the election of the national ticket that, on the record, most closely reflects the alms and ideals of the labor movement and its members. , The AFL-CIO Is. urging the election of the Democratic candidates. President Johnson and his running mate for Vice-President, Senator president of the Louisiana AFL- Michael O'Keefe; Assessor Richard Hubert H. Humphrey, and is vigorously calling for the defeat of the CIO and Victor H. Schiro, Mayor Burke; former State Central Demo­ cratic Chairman Camille Bravell, Republican candidates, Goldwater and Miller, because the Republican of New Orleans. and Judges Thomas M. Brahney, candidates are virtually committed to the destruction of the trade Among the political figures in union movement. the crowded hall were City Coun- Frank J. Shea, Joseph Bossetta and At the recent meeting of the AFL-CIO General Board, at which all cilmen James E. Fitzmorris, Joseph Lambert J. Hassenger. national and international unions. Including the SIU, were repre­ sented, this position was unanimously endorsed and adopted. It was not a difficult decision to make. The record of the candidates, and the respective platforms and positions of the major parties on the essential issues affecting all trade unionists and all Americans, simplified the task of making this decision. WASHINGTON—Two heroic Seafarers who risked their own The position of the AFL-CIO in this case was in keeping with the ; lives to help rescue four survivors of a sinking ship were lauded historic philosophy set forth by Samuel Gompers, the first president for their bravery on Edward P. Morgan'a AFL-CIO sponsored of the American Federation of Labor, more than 50 years , ago. With radio news program recently. respect to political activity and the support of candidates for public office, Gompers' position was simply this: Reward your friends and The radio comment said: defeat your enemies. "A sailor's work can be interesting—^but often it involves great Basic Trade Union Position personal danger. Emergencies on the high seas demand skill and ' This has been position of the trnde union movement since the turn courage. Such a test faced the crew of the American tanker Titan, of the century and still is the basic consideration in making political , attempting to rescue crewmen from a sinking Chinese ship during endorsements and supporting candidates for all public offices. . heavy weather in mid-ocean. John W. Mullis and Horace Sikes, ""However, it is well to remember that in supporting any one can­ members of the Seafarers International Union, risked their lives to didate or group of candidates, we must not forget our prime re­ |i save four of the Chinese from certain death. Their bravery has sponsibility to the trade union movement. Our support of candidates J earned them the Merchant Marine Meritorious Service Medal" (one of the highest honors the United States can bestow on a merchant does not mean we endorse every policy and action they may take II seaman). "The AFL-CIO salutes these trade unionists—and their while in office. It will not and does not preclude us from being " heroic acts." critical, or from demanding recognition and attention to the problems of any particular group of workers whom we represent, such as our The heroic acts that won the awards for Mullis and Sikes came members in various segments of the maritiihe industry. in the Pacific in December, 1961, when the Titan received an SOS We cannot cease our policy of criticism and vigorous protest of from the foundering Chinese motor vessel Combined One. On any action by any elected official, or by the agencies within their reaching the scene of the disaster. Titan crewmen found only administration or jurisdiction, if those policies are harmful to the debris in the storm-tossed waters. Then a few survivors were welfare of American seamen and American workers generally. If any spotted and the rescue effort began. Unable to lower lifeboats one in public office pursues a policy that is inimical to the interests because the tanker's decks were awash, the me'n of the Titan of American seamen and their families, we will speak out and crit­ threw lines to the Chinese sailors In the water. A Jacob's ladder icize in the loudest manner possible—and we will make every effort was put over the side and,- with total disregard for their own safety, to see that such Injurious policies are corrected. Sikes and Mullis descended the ladder and pulled four men from This is in keeping with the labor movement's traditional position the raging seas. as originally enunciated by Gompers. It is the only proper position The awards were presented to the two Seafarers this year in for a trade union to take because it is our responsibility as trade separate ceremonies In their home towns—Mobile for Mullis and unionists to protect and uphold the interests of our union men and New Orleans for Sikes. Representatives of the Maritime Admin­ women and their families at all times. Our support of a candidate istration and of the Maritime Trades Department of the AFL-CIO for any office does not alter or compromise our adherence to this basic were on hand to honor the men. trade union position. siana's Second Congressional Dis­ trict stress the need for support of the Democratic presidential and vice-presidential candidates. SIU Gulf Region Vice President Lindsey Williams, who Is chairman of the Greater New Orleans AFLCIO Committee on Political Edu­ cation, served as chairman of the "Friends of Labor Night" meeting and addressed the turnout. Bo.ggs Remarks In his address Representative Boggs, who is the majority whip in t!ie House of Representatives, said that the people of this nation "ought to understand what the is­ sues really are." Boggs said some one told him he was for Goldwater. "What Goldwater do you mean?" Boggs asked the man. "Do you mean the drop-the-bomb Goldwater or the don't-drop-the bomb Goldwater? "Do you mean the anti-space program Goldwater, or the prospace Goldwater? Many Faces "Do you mean the anti-social security Goldwater or the volun­ tary social security Goldwater? "Do you mean the reduce-government-expenditure Goldwater or the against-tax-cut Goldwater? "Do you mean the for-labor or the against-labor Goldwater?. "Do you mean the pro-Civil Rights Goldwater or the anti-Civil Rights Goldwater? "Take your choice; you can find him anywhere you look," Boggs said he told the man. Jobs Threatened Boggs said that the jobs of 26 thousand workers in New Orleans who are employed directly or in­ directly as a result of the national soace program are threatened by Goldwater's position. "If Goldwater means what he says these local jobs will be abolished and the The Credentials Committee report on candidate for the 1964 local contracts will be cancelled," found qualified to appear on the ballot. Boggs said. Other speakers introduced by The committee's lengthy and detailed report was submitted Williams were A. P. Stoddard, and at LOG presstime was-*-" News Show Lauds SIU Men 64 Seafarers Quality For Ballot MA Chief Calls For New Look At Subsidies LONG BEACH, Calif.—Nicholas Johnson, administrator of the Maritime Administration has re­ vealed in a speech here that he did not believe that the U.S. ship subsidy program as it is presently operated was achieving the ob­ jectives of the nation's maritime program. The MA Administrator said that he was "firmly committed" to the principle that the American mer­ chant fleet's cost disadvantages must be made up with subsidy payments. "The economic spur to effi­ ciency is less shai'p than it mi,ght be" Johnson continued. "Can we nat consider a system that will provide a built-in incentive for subsidized lines to cut all costs as much as pos.s'ible and which will g'.ve the highest award to the most proficient." Maritime observers have noted that the SIU has long called for a reappraisal of the subsidy pro­ gram as presently applied to the U.S. Merchant fleet. SIU elections has announced that 64 Seafarers have been to the regular September membership meetings for action in the process of submission August 3, as required by the union out that two candidates who had years prior to nomination. constitution. been approved subsequently ad­ Telegrams were sent to those in the Port of Mobile. (The full text of the credential's committee's report will appear, in the next issue of the Seafarers LOG). Voting in the Union's general election will begin on November 2. Normally voting begins on November 1, but this year that falls on a Sunday. The balloting will-continue for two months through December 31, exclusive of Sunday's or holidays legally recognized in the city or state in which the port is located. The polls will be open between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM daily and 9 AM-12 noon on Satur­ days. The qualified candidates will compete for 45 elective posts in the SIU AGLIWD. To familiarize the membership with the candidates and their backgrounds in advance of»the voting, the LOG will publi.sh in the October 16, 1964 issue, a spe­ cial supplement containing photo­ graphs and biographies of the can­ didates for officb. In addition, the LOG wil carry a sample ballot, which will be an exact duplicate of the actual ballot to be used. The credentials Committee was elected at the regular head­ quarters membership meeting on The six-man committee con­ sisted of two men from each of the three shipboard departments. They are Aldo Perlni and John Kari, deck department; Edward Polise and Donald A. Gagnan, engine department, and Jerry Pow and Alexander Brodie, stew­ ard department. The Committee Report pointed vised the committee of their with­ drawal. With the exception of one man who was disqualified because he had not been a full book mem­ ber for three years prior to nomination as required by the constitution, all those disqualified failed to meet the constitutional requirement that they be In con­ tinuous good standing for three who were disqualified because they lacked eligibility under the constitution, and the wires were followed by detailed letters setting forth the reasons for disqualifi­ cation. The committee recommended that all Seafarers make every possible effort to vote in the union general election. U.S. Shipping Ignored As Aid In Problem U.S. Dollar Outflow Increases WASHINGTON—The U.S. balance, of payments deficit for the first half of the year was running at a whopping $1.9 billion annual rate according to preliminary second quarter figures recently released. This is a much higher figure than had been expected by Govern­ ment officials, who had hoped to start cutting into the tre­ gold reserves in the process of U.S. products traveled on U.S.making up the balance. flag shipping because shipping mendous deficits. The balance of payments repre­ sents the amount of^money leav­ ing the country to pay for U.S. purchases abroad, opposed to the amount of money entering the country as payment fpr foreign purchases of U.S. goods. The big deficit in U.S. balance of paymonts means that money is leaving the country faster than it is coming in and is therefore reducing U.S. 0 A breakdown of the separate components of the payments bal­ ance deficit published by the Commerce Department showed, among other things, a worsening trade balance as a large factor in the poor U.S. payments balance picture, as imports went up and exports went dovm. The SIU is among those who have long pointed out that a great portion of the payments balance deficit could be made up if more fees, and seamen's wages, would be kept within the U.S. As things stand, even the shrinking U.S.flag fleet of today contributes much toward aiding the balance of payments problem. By taking a stronger line against rimawayflag ships and by upholding the 50-50 cargo preference laws, the U.S. government could do much toward further alleviating the pay­ ments balance problem, the SIU has pointed but. �September 18, 1984 SEAFARERS SlU At Advisory Committee Session Runaways Cited As Major Problem WASHINGTON, D.C.—With foreign flag shipping as a key Item on the Maritime Advisory Committee's second meeting, on September 21, the SIUNA will focus attention on the impact of runaway operations on the US maritime industry. have harassed American shipping The 17 members of the and deprived US vessels of their Committee, appointed by President Johnson in June from among labor, management and the public to consider ways of strengthening the US merchant marine, will be­ gin an all-day session at 10 A.M. in the Department of Commerce Building here. Secretary of Commerce Luther H. Hodges, chairman of the com­ mittee, has announced that the agenda will deal with, in addition to the foreign flag shipping, ship construction policies of the gov­ ernment, operating subsidy poli­ cies, and cargo preference. The SIUNA representative on the Committee is President Paul Hall, who will submit an extensive documented study of US-owned runaway flag ship operations and the harmful effect they have had on the condition.of the American shipping industry. SIU Urged New Policy The first meeting of the Mari­ time Advisory Committee was held on August 10 at which time SIU President Hall urged the formulation of a new national maritime policy that would de­ velop a balanced merchant fleet for the US. The other labor representatives on the Maritime Advisory Com­ mittee are Thomas W. Gleason, president of International Long­ shore men's Association; Joseph Curran, president of the National Maritime Union; Russell K. Berg, president of the Brotherhood of Boilermakers and Shipbuilders, and Lane Kirkland, executive as­ sistant to AFL-CIO President George Meany. Grievance Committee Meeting A week from the day tne Mari­ time Advisory Committee holds its second meeting. Maritime Admin­ istrator Nicholas Johnson will convene on September 28 another session of the Grievance Commit­ tee on Cargo Preference Admin­ istration. In compliance with request from Johnson, SIUNA President Hall has asked that the agenda include further discussion of the Maritime Administration's policy of granting general waivers of the Public Resolution 17 requirement which states that 100 percent of cargoes financed by US government lend­ ing institutions be shipped in American bottoms, unless such are not available. Hall also urged that the agenda include "a discussion of chartering practices, particularly with refer­ ence to the activities of foreign supply missions and brokers, which share of P. L. 480 cargoes.'' With respect to the granting of waivers. Hall noted that the Mari­ time Administralon had apparenly granted all waivers requested dur­ ing the current year, with .seven waivers involving four nations and applying to cargoes worth a total of ^18 million. "If there have been any rejec­ tions of waiver applications during this period, we are not aware of them," Hall said. Senate, House To Confer On P. L 480 WASHINGTON—The House of Representatives has overwhelm­ ingly approved a three-year exten­ sion of P.L. 480. The vote, 359 to 6, came a short while after the Senate approved a different ver­ sion of the bill. The discrepencies between the two are now being ironed out in a Senate-House con­ ference. Two amendments to the bill, on which the House reversed itself, were beaten down. The first would have barred communist countries from purchasing U.S. food and fibers with their own currencies as provided for under Title 1 of the law. In the second, the House reversed its vote of the day before and restored the President's dis­ cretion to make grants and loans on foreign currencies accumulated by P.L. 480 sales of food-stuffs in affected countries. The chief bone of contention be­ tween the two versions remains, however, a provision in the Senate passed bill banning total payment by the government of freight bills for P.L. 480 cargoes hauled in U.S. flag bottoms. The Senate provision would, instead, require U.S. ship­ pers to accept at least partial pay­ ment in foreign currencies that are often unstable and inconverti­ ble. 'Maritime labor and industry groups are strongly opposed to the provision, which they said would have "disastrous" effects on the U.S. merchant marine. The effect of the proposal, they maintain, would be another severe body blow to the already ailing marine indus­ try. When the Senate passed the proposal, labor and industry lead­ ers, Including SIU President Paul Hall, wired House legislative lead­ ers to ask them not to include the Sept. 18, 1964 Vol. XXVI, No. 19 damaging provision in their ver­ sion. The House came through in that respect, and now it is up to the PAUL HALL, President conferees to remove the provision HEBBEHT BHAND, Editor; IBWIN SPIVACX, from the final language of the act. Managing Editor; BERNARD SEAMAN, Art Editor; MIKI POIXACK, NATHAN SKVCR, Senator Warren G. Magnuson (D.ROBERT ARONSON, ALVIN SCOTT, PETE Wash.), chairman of the Senate CARMEN, Staff Writer*. Commerce Committee, who is op­ posed to the provision, said he will Published biweekly et fhe headquertere try to have it killed. of the Seafarers International Union, At­ lantic, Quif, Lakes and Inland Waters Other differences in the two District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11232. Tel. HYaclnth 9-6600. versions to be ironed out include Second class postage paid at the Pest Office In Brooklyn, NY, under the Act the fact that the Senate version of Aug. 24, 1912. of the bill limits its life to two 120 years while the House version is for three years. LOG Pare Three Fire Hits Expiorer; SIU Crewmen Safe NEW YORK—The SlU-manned Globe Explorer (Maritime Overseas) was swept by a flash fire September 11 while 350 miles southeast of this port. Her 37-man crew, which was forced to take to the lifeboats in a stiff nor'easter with ten-foot seas, suffered no Injuries. The vessel was thirty hours ~ out of Norfolk and botmd for ing the vessel's noon position and said that If the lifeboats were the second giving an estimate of launched just ten minutes later Rotterdam with a 20,000 ton her present position. Leaving the cargo of MSTS coal when the dis­ aster struck. The quick-spreading key on automatic SOS, Rittman fire broke out in the engine room joined the others in the lifeboats. The lifeboats had to be launched and soon enveloped the aft section fast, Mueller and Hughart said, be­ of the ship. Both the master of the vessel. Captain Carl Jurgensen, cause they were so near the blaz­ and company officials had high ing engine room. Both Seafarers praise for the cool courage and discipline of the crew. The story of the disaster was related to the LOG by two crewmembers, Walter Mueller, deck delegate, and Chester Hughart, former ship's delegate, who had just been returned to shore by rescue vessels. Blaze Started At 2:50 PM Hughart said he had just come out on deck and Mueller said he was working near the 'midships hatches when the fire broke out at The SIU has long recognized 2:50 p.m. Hughart said he looked that proper and adequate training up to see smoke everywhere. At are essential to good seamanship. first he thought it was coming from a blaze in the stack but soon Besides being an aid to Seafarers he realized it was much more in the performance of their job, proper know-how can often mean serious. the difference between life and The black gang made ^ an effort death at sea. to control the blaze. When they This was one of the key consid­ saw their efforts were in vain they erations behind the institution of sounded the alarm. With the flames raging out of the SIU Lifeboat Training School, control. Captain Jurgensen gave several years ago. Since then the order to abandon ship. Three hundreds of Seafarers in all de­ lifeboats were launched smoothly, partments have taken the training despite the heavy seas. At the and are graduates of the Lifeboat time the area was still feeling the Training School. The Globe Explorer crew's con­ effects of Hurricane Ethel, then duct recalls the performance of wreaking her havoc far to the the SlU-manned SS Rio Grande south. Meanwhile, the ship's radio offi­ early this year when Seafarers cer, Marlin Rittman, was mak­ carried on lifeboat rescue opera­ ing a brave effort to send out tions saving 76 persons who had an SOS. The radio shack, located abandoned the burning Greek directly forward of the engine liner Lakonia in the Atlantic. A number of the Seafarers in­ room, was filled with smoke and the radio operator had to keep a volved in the lifeboat rescue towel over his face to stop from operation had only shortly before inhaling it. Mueller and Hughart completed their SIU Lifeboat confirmed the fact that the ship's Training and credited the course natural draft had wafted smoke in with the role they played. The typically efficient manner nearly every direction. Since the ship's powerplant had in which Seafarers perform their already been closed down to pre­ functions in lifeboat operations is vent spreading of the blaze. Sparks shown in the photo below and had to rely on the battery-powered those on page nine, taken aboard emergency transmitter. He sent the Steel Maker (Isthmian) during two quick messages—the first giv­ the always important shipboard ^flre and boat arlill. SIU Training Valuable In Sea Mishaps they would have already been damaged by the fire. Earlier the same day, the crew had gone through a well-executed fire and lifeboat drill, ^ow they were doing it for real—and it went just as well as the practice run. Hughart and Mueller had high praise for the SIU lifeboat crews' performance. By 3:30 p.m., the boats were in the water and the men watched with heavy hearts as they drifted away from their flaming ship. Once in the boats, there was some anxi­ ety among the crewmembers, Hug­ hart and Mueller explained, when Sparks said he did not have the time to wait for an acknowledge­ ment of his distress signal. There was fear, quickly overcome, that they would be left unnoticed in the heavy seas. Heavy Seas But their distress signal was heard, and as the lifeboats tossed in the building seas. Coast Guard aircraft were setting out on the rescue effort. The first plane was spotted at 6 p.m., and flares were fired to mark the position of the lifeboats. Soon more planes ap­ peared, hovering over the three boats until the La Pintata appeared on the scene. An Italian-owned, Panamanianflag ore carrier, the La Pintata had heard the SOS also. Sighting the lifeboats she called to them to come alongside, and by the light of flares dropped by the Coast Guard during the twilight hour, the res­ cue work began. It was 7 p.m. The men were taken off the boats, the last man climbing aboard the rescue ship at 8 p.m. The res­ cue effort had been slowed by the mounting seas, which were already reaching the 15-foot level. After taking the men aboard, the La Pintata lifted up the life­ boats with her boom and took them aboard. The whole operation, from the discovery of the fire until the completion of the La Pintata's (Continued on page 8) Fire And Boat Drill Aboard The Stool Maker SEAFARERS LOG Seafarers above are engaged In a fire and boaf drill aboard the Steal Makar (Isthmian). Many of the crewmembers aboard SiU-manned vessels are graduates of the SIU Lifeboat School and possessors of Coast Guard lifeboat tickets. The skills they learn In the school are practiced aboard ship so that If an emergency arises, Seafarers can act quickly and efficiently to protect their ship, themselves and their crewmates. For more pictures of fire and boat drill aboard the Steel Maker turn to page 9. �Paee Four SEAFARERS LOO gyd TWg DfTcft* RepfacBinenf' 2 SIU Tugmen Go On Pension New Canal Roufe By Al Kwr, Secretary-Treasurer Prepare Now For SlU Scholarship Two more menibers of the SIU Inland Boatman'a Union were added to the roster of pensionera last week, bringing to each of them a regular monthly check of $150 in return for their years of service. The two approved for pension are Thomas St. Gernoain, 70; and BiUe Anderson, 65. St. Germain is a resident of the gulf city of New Orleans, where Study Bill OK'd WASHINGTON — Congress has passed and sent to the Seafarers all over the country have been watchln* flieir children President a bill to provide for a $17.5 million, 3^ year study troop back to school daring the last few weeks. Many wise SIU men of the best sea level route to link the Atlantic and Pacifio who are parents of teenagers are already turning their eyes toward next June and beginning to make plans for their children's education oceans and replace the 50beyond the high school levei. These are the members of the union year-old lock canal through private life." The Senate version who rightfully want to do their utmost to make sure that their sons would have had seven members, Panama. and daughters can take every advantage that the future has to offer. President Johnson, whose ad­ but three of Hiese would have It is to SIU parents such as these, that we once again point out ministration has wanted such a had to be the Secretary of State, the wonderful opportunities available through the union Scholarship measure, was expected to sign the Secretary of Army and the chair­ Benefit. For parents who want the best possible Insurance for their bill into law shortly. The admin­ man of the Atomic Energy Convgraduating teenagers, it Is never too early to begin planning to istration has a survey team In mission. Ihe Army Secretary is compete for this benefit. the stockholder of the govern­ Colombia now. Five scholarships are awarded each year to Seafarers themselves The bill was significantly ment-owned present lock canal. or the children of union members. The scholarship awards are each amended In the House and aoceptVarious routes will be explored •worth $6,000 for four years of study at any college or university in ed by the Senate. The final ver­ from the extreme northern tip of the U.S. or Its possessions in whatever academic field the winners sion—^which was the House ver­ South America—in Colombia—^to decide to major in. Competition for the scholarships Is conducted sion—^would authorize the Presi­ a long route across Mexico. The by the Maritime Advancement Program. dent to appoint a commission of bill as finally passed placed no five persons from private life. restrictions on the routes and In the last issue of the LOG, a feature article described the char­ St. Germain Anderson Ihe-se five would make annual urged consideration of the use of acteristics of the winners of the 1964 SIU scholarships. The survey he was bom. His first job was progress reports and no later than both c<mventional and nuclear showed that all five displayed high academic ability, willingness or an applicant's father, must have with the Crescent Towing and June 30, 1968, would make a final power to make the needed exca­ to go all out to achieve the hi^ at least three years actual covered Salvage Company, and, he has re­ report and recommendations to vation. Nuclear means may not be ready In time and also may goals they set for themselves and employment with companies signa­ mained with the company until the President. The final bill gave the study be prohibited under the limited the desire to be of service to tory to the SIU Welfare Plan in his retirement, which became commission more time than would test ban treaty. their own communities and the addition to having ninety days effective Sept. 1, 1964. Construction of a new canal has the earlier Senate version, but Anderson began working on nation. employment time in the year The SIU Scholarship Benefit prior to applying, as well as one tugs in 1922, and retired after the House basically altered the been estimated to take as much was set up to help young people day in the six month period being employed by the SIU-IBU composition of the commission by as 15 years. The present canal contracted Merrit, Chapman, & reducing its number from seven in the politkally-troubled Canal like these. The union feels that prim: to applying. Scott Company, working as either to five and, more Importantly, to Zone was believed adequate for it is its obligation to make sure A Seafarer roust be under the specify that its roemibers be "from another 85 years of operations. that both its own members and age of 35 but this age limitaticm a diver or tender. their children have the maximum may be waived for ttie active'sea­ to develop their talents to the man having completed one or point where they can make the more years in an accredited col­ world a better place to live. lege or university during the Now Is Time three-period immediately preced­ One of the most important rea­ ing his application for this bene­ sons for starting to think about fit and provided he has main­ applying for the scholarship ben­ tained an average in high school efit at this time is that all appli­ or college in the top one^hird of cants are required to take the his class. Applicants who are de­ college entrance examination pendent children of Seafarers which is given several times a must be Unmarried when they ap­ year all over the country. Since ply, otherwise they are not con­ these tests are one of the crucial sidered dependent. Marriage, aft­ factors in making the awards, ap­ er the scholarship is awarded will plicants would be advised to not effect the scholarship. Adopted children of eligible make their arrangements for tak­ ing them well in advance. Teen­ seamen are also able to apply for agers can check with their high the benefit, provided they have school counseling offices for in­ been adopted for at least five formation about the tests or years prior to making applica­ should write Educational Testing tion. Service, Box 592, Princeton, N.J. Extra Study Seafarers or SIU parents inter­ The Scholarship awards may be ested in making application for used for post-graduate study in the Seafarers Scholarship Benefit those instances where the Schol­ should write to the Maritime Ad­ arship award winner completed vancement Program, 17 Battery his under-graduate work prior to Place, 19th Floor, New York 4, having used the full four years of New York. his scholarship award. However, To briefly review the require­ in each case of this type, where ments for eligibility for the schol­ the Scholarship award is to be arship awards, a Seafarer himself. used for post-graduate work, the Trustees must agree in advance to the award being used for that purpose. In addition, eligible dependent children of pensioners The SIU Contract Depart­ are eligible to participate in the ment is holding checks for - scholarship award program. the following Union members;! In the event that a seaman wins from the settlement of various one of the Scholarship Awards his beefs. Members with money welfare eligibility is automatically Members of Lifeboat Class due may either write the 1 extended for the effective period 1 16 pose for their class |i; Contract Department at head­ of the scholarship, based on the photo at New York head­ quarters or can come in eligibility he had at the time of person. quarters after passing all his application for the scholarship. Cash Benefits Paid — July, 1964 Alfred Hanstvedt, Jauies H. :! In the selection of the scholarship the requirements of the winners, the following persons, all Smith, Harrington Alexander, Coast Guard course with CLAIMS AMOUNT PAID Robert C. Bujan, James L.; of whom are connected in some flying colors. The success­ Grant, Richard Heckman, i official capacity with a university, Hospital Benefits 7,531 54,348.91 ful graduates, all now hold­ Albin Samoska, E. Bailey, F. ~ are the trustees: 19 40,921.92 ers of lifeboat tickets, are Dr. R. M. Keefe, Dean of Ad­ Death Benefits Carpenter, M. Chandler, F. ; Gordon, L. Harvey, H. 1 missions of St. Louis University. Pension-Disability Bonefits ..... (front, l-r) Michael Ken­ 599 89,850.00 Dr. C. D. O'Connell, Director of i Koppersmith, G. Steele, H. nedy, Jinmiie E. Johnson. 41 8,012.47 Admissions of the University of afiatornity^ BonoHt^ ........... : Treddin, W. Walker, L. Kyser. Roger Lucas, Ronald Chicago. Marvin F. Kramer, William Dependent Benefits . 770 115,663.28 Owens, Ramon Ayahs: mid­ Dr. F. D. Wilkinson, Research I J. Walker, Jose E. Mi^Ireath, dle row, Glen James, Jack Optical Benefits .... i....... . 562 6,918.78 Associate, Howard University. I John W. Gibson, Francis M. Wong, Martin J. Lynch, Dr. B. P. Ireland, Northeast Out-Potient Benefits : Greenwell, Jose A. Pas, John 7,218 45,596.00 Regional , Director, College En­ J. Wjmne, B. Biinson, C. John G. Gross, Sol Vecchi­ trance Examination Board. SUMMARY 16,740 361,311.36 Cedotal, J. Gonzales, H. one; ba^ row, Richard , Miss Edna Newby, Assistant Graham, J. Joyner, S. FanGibbons, Roy W. Jaeger. 1,588 Vacation Bonafils ............ 536,458.02 Dean of Douglass College. tilio, C. Scott. S. Stone, J. A. J. Borek, Cbaties L I^. E. C. Kastner, Dean of RegVieria, E. ZebrawsU and W. Cuny, William Agee, in­ TOTAL WELFARE. VACATION istri^on and Financial Aid, New StofcM. York University. structor Arno Bjornsson. 18,328 •97,769.38 BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOO... Graduation Day For Lifeboat Class 116 m SIU Welfare, Vacation Plans �Settombcr 18. IfM SEAFARERS By Earf (Bull) Shepord, Vice-President, Atlantie Important Election Year The New York shipping: picture remains strong:. Because of the na­ tional elections, this is a year in which politics is getting up a full head of steam, here in New York as well as elsewhere in the nation. Much Is at stake for working men and women and the AFL-CIO unions, in­ cluding the SIU, will be active in order to protect the social gains which have been made over the years. Dave PashkofT (his mates call him "Shim"), is just out of the Staten Island USPHS. He's on the lookout for a Far East trip. Stanley Johnson, tired of life on the beach, is waiting for a chief steward's job and William Powers is after a pumpman's berth on a ship running coastwise. William Dunham, a retired member, was around the New York hall recently. He came up north from Fort Lauderdale to visit with his ailing mother. William Smith, a second cook and baker, is on the beach biding his time until a round-the-world trip comes through for him. Bill Home, also on the beach, is waiting to ship as a bosun. Boston shipping is slow for this period, but it is expected to pick up shortly. There were no sign-^ ons, payoffs or in transits. barge traffic is on the upswing. John Gala, a 20-year union man who sails as an oiler, was sorry to The Gatco Alabama, came in re­ see that floating hotel, the Mount cently with an 8,700 ton barge Washiiig:ton, go offshore. He's load of soda ash. A few weeks looking for another one like her. ago, the Peggy Sheridan came° in Joseph "DIno" Garello, a chief with a barge load of creosoted steward last aboard the Trans- logs. Puerto Rico globe, was sorry to see her go On the island labor front, the offshore. He couldn't stay with her because of family considera­ SIU Puerto Rican division has tions, and he's looking for another completed negotiations with the coastline job. William Stewart, Shell Oil Refinery. As in the a wiper last off the Penn Sailor, Esso negotiations, sizeable wage had to get off her when she got increases and improved working laid up in Tampa. He's holding conditions will go to Shell em­ down the hall for a Far East run. ployees as a result of the bar­ George Blackmore, who sails as gaining. an AB, misses the Transhudson The strike of Glass Workers now that she has joined the off­ against the Puerto Rico Glass shore fleet. He wants another Company has been very effective, coastiiner. causing a shortage of bottles Philadelphia which may force the rum makers Philadelphia shipping slowed to close down for awhile. somewhat during the last period. A 42-hour minimum work week Prospects look good for the next for workers in Puerto Rico and part, however. There v/ere three the Virgin Islands, newly covered payoffs, two sign-ons and six in- by the Fair Labor Standards Act, transits. went into effect September 3. John Chaplinsky and James Time and one half will be paid McLinden are on the beach after over 42 hours, and coverage will making a couple of trips on the now include certain retail and St. Christopher. Both are Phillies service industry. fans and will sit around enjoying In other news around the island, the comforts of home until the a massive $27.5 million program pennant race is cinched. for the construction of public " David Sorenson, just off the housing and low cost homes will Fairport where he sailed in the be getting underway in a few blackgang, is ready to take any weeks time. kind of run again but an Atlantic A $20 million International one. Jack Arillanes, off the deck Trade Centec to serve Puerto department on the Commander, is Rico, the United States and the another Phillies fan; He'll wait Caribbean will be built in the for the Series before shipping out San Juan metropolitan area. It again. will cover 15 acres of ground and Balliinore and Norfolk should be ready by 1966. Baltimore shipping has beCn Stanley E. Duda, just off the good and is expected to remain Elizabethport, spent a few days on that way. Over the last two-week the beach to enjoy the sun and period there were six sign-ons, the local attractions and then seven payoffs and 32 in-transits. shipped out on the Seatrain Texas. Norfolk shipping has been slow "Red" Donahue, who just came during the month of August. Its off the Fairland, is planning to beginning to pickup, though. take it easy on the beach until There were three payoffs, three the right ship comes along. sign-ons and three in-transits. Lacy Walker, an AB and a 15 year union man, is just off the Achilles. He'll spend a couple of weeks at home in North Carolina SIU ship's delegates, meet­ before looking for another berth ing chairmen and secretaries on a tanker. who forward the ship's min­ David Jones/ also just off the utes to headquarters are urged Achillies, vacated her because he to make sure they fill out an was afraid somebody might think important section on the back he was trying to homestead the of the form. This portion, lo­ ship. Now he's looking for another cated at the bottom on the good tanker. left, relates to the ship's Auston Atkinson, working on Itinerary and the mail situa­ the beach the last four months, tion, including packages of the is registered again and is hoping to make a job on the Keva Ideal SEAFARERS LOG sent to ail ships when each issue is pub­ when she crews up. John Harris had to leave the lished. Seafarers who fill out Hurricane when his son became the minute's form can provide hospitalized and had to be op­ headquarters with a handy \ means of checking the \ erated on. The lad is better now, however, and John is ready to accuracy of mailing lists by ship again. completing this particular Puerto Rican shipping has been section before sending In fair over the last period with 12 their meeting report. ships In-transit. Stateside tug and File Complete Minutes' Form Pare Pive LOO Officer Says Navy Ignores Future Convoy Protection The lessons of convoy protection, learned the hard way by the Navy during World War II when U-boat packs and merchant raiders roved the seas preying on shipping, are being forgotten, an article in an official U.S. magazine has warned. American merchant ships-*^ will be easy targets for an towards protection of our mer­ serve escort and anti-sub fleet is made up of vessels of World War enemy in any future war un­ chant vessels." less the Navy dusts off the old files on shipping protection and begins to give more attention to the prob­ lem, the article by Lt. Cmdr. Ed­ ward R. Summerfield, USN, in U.S. Naval Proceedings asserted. As things are now, a large pro­ portion of the merchant fleets of the United States and her allies would be lost before effective steps to protect them could be organized, Summerfield says. He argues that the Navy is con­ centrating too much on offensive and strike capability strategies and not enough on the less spectacular but vital duty of protecting mer­ chant shipping. The officer's main criticism Is that the Navy is not providing enough leadership and emphasis to take care of the situation. "The number of officers in the Navy with primary duties In naval con­ trol and protection of shipping can be counted on one's fingers," the article says. And though there are two offi­ cers assigned to a matter like postal affairs, there is not one officer in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations with primary duties In the merchant ship pro­ tection field, the article added. Summerfield called for the as­ signment of an officer of captain rank "with a voice at the Navy Department level" to take charge of the pioblem. "Until then," he warned, "there may be piecemeal efforts made at lower command levels, but no concerted movement The Navy is not entirely un­ aware of the problem, however. In the same issue of the magazine In which Summerfield's article was featured, there was a review of anti-submarine warfare, "An ap­ proach to ASW," by Lt. Cmdr. Allan N. Glennon, USN. Summerfield also warned in the article that submarine capabilities have outpaced protective measures. The Russians, our probable enemy in any large conflict, already pos­ sess more submarines—many of them very modern—than our navy, their numbers even outrunning the amount of anti-submarine and escort vessels in our active fleet. Many of these Soviet subs are equipped with surface-to-surface missiles that could be used against shipping, in addition to their con­ ventional torpedo armament. Much of the United States' re­ II vintage that are too siow to be effective against the nuclear-pow­ ered and other up-to-date U-boats the Soviets keep building. Nuclear-tipped missiies and longrange aircraft have added to the dangers merchant ships would have to face in any war. "The convoy strategy has yet to be proved with nuclear weapons," the officer wrote, "but history suggests that it will continue to be the best way of getting the ships through safely." He also cautioned against an over reliance on the high speed of many of our new freighters as a protective measure. Submarines are now even faster than such freighters, and the very speed of the merchantmen may accomplish nothing more than identifying them as particulariy choice tar­ gets, he said. Agreement Settles Judy Bond Dispute An agreement ending a dispute between the Ladies Gar­ ment Workers and the United Garment Workers over bargaining rights at a "runaway" plant in the South was announced by AFL-CIO Pres. negotiated by a subcommittee George Meany after a meet­ composed of AFL-CIO Vice Presi­ ing of the federation's Execu­ dent George M. Harrison, Paul L. tive Board. Phillips and Paul Hall of the Meany said the agreement was SIU. It resolves a dispute be­ tween the two unions involving Brewton Fashions, Ltd.; maker of Judy Bond clothing for women. Charged Runaway The dispute arose after the ILGWU struck the Judy Bond firm in 1962, charging that Judy Bond, after 28 years of confractual releations with the ILGWU in New York City, "ran away" from the union and its employes during contract negotiations. The firm adopted a new corpo­ rate name in Alabama, the ILGWU charged, resumed operations there and signed a contract with the UGW in spite of the fact that the ILGWU had struck Judy Bond and was conducting a nationwide Landa Morales "don't patronize" campqj^n. Gabriel Stringfellow The ILGWU asked the Execu­ Four veteran Seafarers have joined the growing ranks of tive Council for permission to the SIU oldtimers who have retired to dignity and comfort "raid" the UGW, claiming justifi­ with the help of a regular $150 monthly pension check. The cation for the raid under the "dis­ putes" section of the AFL-CIO four new pensioners bring the^' constitution. The council voted to total number of pensions Stringfellow took his last trip grant permission. awarded to Seafarers during aboard the ..^Icoa Runner. He makes his honhe in Mobile, Ala., Subcommittee Named 1964 to 59. All four of the men will receive in the state of his birth, with his Later the ILGWU brought fur­ a regular $150 pension; and all wife. Pearl. ther charges against the UGW and Morales ended his many years have spent their years in the SIU the Executive Council appointed of sailing as an SIU member in sailing deep sea. the subcommittee which nego­ the engine department as a wiper. The latest pensioners are Dalton tiated a settlement in meetings A. Gabriel, 70; Charles L. String- He first became a Seafarer when with ILGWU Pres. David Dubinhe joined the Union during the fellow, 44; Jose C. Morales, 65; sky and UGW Pres. Joseph P. War in the port of New York, and McCiirdy. and Thomas Landa, 65. spent his last sailing time aboard Gabriel became a member of Harrison I is chief executive of the SIU when he signed- up in the Overseas Joyce. Morales was the Railway Clerks. Phillips heads Boston in .Jan., 1939, just after born in Puerto Rico and makes the Papermakers & Paperworkers. the Union was first formed. He his hbme in Ponce. Puerto Rico, Hall is president of the Seafarers. ended his days as an active sea­ with his sister, Sofia Morales. The ILGWU's dispute with Judy Landa is an old Seafarer with farer when he made his last trip on the Cities Service Norfolk. A many years of sailing time on Bond has been waged since De­ native of the British West Indies, the logs and has been a member cember, 1961, when the employer he presently makes his home in of the SIU since he joined in broke away from the employers' Roxbury, Mass. He spent his time New Orleans in 1^39. During his association, and set up a new plafit at sea sailing in the steward de­ years of sailing he became a chief in Alabama, leaving long-term em­ cook and last sailed aboard the ployes jobless. Since then the firm partment. Stringfellow is an SIU member Del Sud (Delta) in that capacity. has been ordered by the dress in­ that held his rating as a steward. A native of Spain, Landa will dustry arbitrater to pay damages of A long time member of the Union, make his home in New Orleans $108,762 to the union and its em­ ployes for breach of contract he joined in 1938 in Mobile, Ala. with his wife and children. Four SIU Veterans Retire On Pensions �Tag* tSta SEAFARERS •qrtcmbcr II; IHt LOG (Figures On This Page Cover Deep Sea Shipping Only In the SW Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District.) August 29 - September 11 Although the job situation took a slight downswing during the last two weeks, shipping remains very good, with the figures showing activity only slightly below the highs recorded some weeks ago. A total of 1,266 Seafarers shipped out as compared with 1,319 the period before. The decrease in the number of job calls was reflected evenly in all three job departments. Shipping on the East Coast was mixed, with the largest declines in Boston and Baltimore. Philadelphia and Jack­ sonville also slowed somewhat, but this was offset by large gains in New York, Norfolk and Tampa. On the West Coast the trend was generally down, with Wilmington and Seattle showing declines, while San Fransisco bounced back from a slump period to ship almost twice the number of jobs. Effects of the previous two weeks of active shipping has been felt in the number of registrations during this reporting period. A total of 1,142 registered, compared with 1,252 the previous period. The total number of SIU men registered on the. beach also took a downturn, drop­ ping from 3,774 to 3,722. The change in the job situation had a slight effect upon statistics picturing the seniority situation which has changed for the first time in several weeks, although the variations were slight. The percentage of Class A men shipped dropped two points to 53 percent, compared to 55 percent in the previous reporting period. Class B regi­ stration went up 3 points to 35 percent, changing for the first time in several weeks. Class C registration dipped to 12 percent during the period as compared a point higher the period before. The number of payoffs recorded during the period dropped considerably, recording 55 during the last two weeks as compared with the previous period figures of 64. At the same time however, sign-ons took a healthy jump , to 43, as compared to 37 the period before. Ship A€fivify Pay Offt Sign In Ons Trans. TOTAL 0 14 3 3 3 0 1 5 13 5 0 2 3 0 4 3 5 3 0 0 5 15 4 0 2 2 1 21 7 6 8 11 8 3 12 18 3 0 4 1 39 13 14 14 11 9 13 30 27 3 10 9 TOTALS ... 52 43 108 193 Betton N«w York.... Philadelphia .. BalHmora .... Norfolk Jacksonville .. Tampa Mobile New Orleans.. Houston ..... Wilmington .. San Froncisea . Seattle DECK DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS A Registered CLASS B 1 Port Boslon New York Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 3 ALL 1 1 2 2 3 ALL 1 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 2 0 1 3 0 3 0 .1 2 0 0 0 0" 0 0 0; 20 49 9 1 78i 3 10 23 36 14 38 12 34 64 1 18 15 1.^ 5 0 12 i 0 7 7 6 7 6 3 16 0 1 4 5 3 8 1 12i 1 6 8 15 5 25 -0 5 7 18 2 2 3 5 1 9 1 7 2 4 8 2 11 2 15 1 3 12 0 0 2 2 1 2 2 5 1 1 0 1 2 0 1 2 6 0 1 2 3 0 2 2: 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 0 8 28 0 11 9 3 2 5! 5 4 2 11 2 10 7 19 25 31 14 70 3 23 15 41, 28 86 0 51 7 50 19 31 14 33 48! 1 1 4 10 15! 10 23 10 43 2 7 18 9 3 2 4 9, 1 1 2 4; 1 3 0 0 1 1 1 1 4 5 0 9 1 13 16 3 2 12 19 0 5 4 9 14 8 4 3 15 0 2 11 1 6 11 0 0 9 4 5 5 95 ~164~ 43 1 302 12 81 80 1 173 77 173 4V| 297 6 81 80 1 167 i * Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston V/ilmington Fan Francisco Seattle TOTALS TOTAL Shipped GROUP CLASS 3 ALL A B 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 18 64 34 9 0 1 2 16 1 5 1 25 0 0 1 7 0 1 0 1 15 12 0 0 0 0 •2 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 1 11 19 13 17 86 2 2 50 0 2 2 4 43 18 0 3 0 0 0 1 1 19 0 1 0 14 0 0 0 11 5 3 28 14 1 45 297 167 Registered On The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP C ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 S ALL 0 0 7 27 8 42 1 0 3 5 8 18 116 102 149 2.4 275 5 43 71 119 2 23 15 18 37 4 1 5 12 18 33 44 1 58 8 110 0 17 21 38 1 28 14 33 0 17 2 11 12 23 0 4 3 5 0 2 7 8 17 0 2 5 6 4 15 1 2 4 7 1 31 34 37 80 0 9 6 20 26 17 153 50 60 15 125 3 35 62 100 .75| 52 4 75 19 146 2 17 50 69 4; .11 - 21 38 1 0 6 8 12 21 22 43 2 1 341 20 1 15 12 29 0 24 5 160 0 34 17 16j 31 51 45 1 509 388 519 105 1 1012' 17 203 306 1 626 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco Seattle TOTALS Registered Registered Shipped CLASS A CLASS B CLASS A GROUP GROUP GROUP _1 2 3 ALL ' 1 2- 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 0 0 1 0 1 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 48 1 3 32 6 10 23 14 40 8 35 3 46 0 10 ! 0 8 0 6 4 3 5 4 2 6 5 5 1 11 i 1 8 3 5 12 0 15 2 0 6 1 7! 1 1 3i 0 5 1 3 8 0 2 0 2i 0 4 6, 0 2 2 0 2 2 0 2 4' 0 0 0 0. 0 5 0 5 4 10 3 8 6 15 I 2 3 4 9 17i 1 11 27 5 .43 2 27 20 49 I 10 41 2 53 30i 1 9 19 2 18 11 30 1 12 24 3 39 2 1 1 4. 0 3 2 5 1 1 0 2 13 2 16 1 1 3 5 11 18 9 3 4 2 8 0 . 10 1 3 ^ ? 6 0 10 9 1 46 129 28 1 203 11 100 70 1 181 39 152 22 1 213 Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C TOTAL Shipped GROUP GROUP CLASS 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL A B 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 19 19 42 2 15 46 4 9 42 1 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 6 2 0 6! 0 2 4 0 .1 15 1 6 0 8i 0 4 4 4 0 4 8 8 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 2 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 4 0 3 7 0 4 0 4 9 7 48; 2 1 29 18 23 6 31 53 48 0 21 35! 1 5 39 1 1 3 35 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 3 4 1 1 3 4 18 8 0 0 0 2 0 0 10 0 2 2 0 85 65 1 159 6 40 20 1 66 213 159 9 Registered On The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP C ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1.2 3 ALL 0 2 0 16 0 12 2 7 4 11 15 103 53 117 21 191 10 54 57 121 8 2 0 10 4 16 0 9 7 16 22 13 1 45 8' 66; 3 16 25 44 20 3 4 20 1 24 2 10 12 24 5 1 2 3 0 4 1 5 2 8 0 5 2 8 11' 0 1 2 1 3 20 11 4 31 3 45 1 17 19 37 31 132 23 70 13 106 3 49 46 98 79 26 5 56 3 85 3 36 36 75 0 2 9 11 3 23 3 7 9 19 30 8 4 30 7 45 2 10 8 20 0 12, 7 31 2 40. 1 18 11 30 66 1 438 160 444 68 1r672l 29 240 237-1 506 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS A n • Port Bos NY Phil Bal Nor Jac Tarn Mob NO Hou Wil SF Sea TOTALS 1-s 1 5 0 0 1 1 1 1 5 8 0 1 4 28 Registered CLASS B Shipped CiASS A GROUP GROUP GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 1 3 ALL 1-s 2 1 2 3 ALL 0 0 b 1 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 13 6 19 43! 1 3 13!' 3 . 9 14 20 9 46 2 1 6 9 0 0 1 0 1 2 li 0 I 3 0 6 9 2 0 3 5 0 3 1 5 9 1 0 1 3 0 1 5 6 0 2 2 2 6 1 2 0 4 0 2 3 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 4 0 0 1 1 0 2 1 1 4 4 3 1 9 1 1 3 5 1 4 0 4 9 5 6 24 40 5 2 30 6 20 37 i 5 9 40 10 2 8 28 1 2 15 18 4 7 4 9 24 2 0 2 4 2 1 2 5 0 0 0 1 1 4 0 7 0 2 1 2 3 2 0 4 8 14 2 3 1 10 1 1 8 10 0 0 0 3 3 47 23 73 1 171 13 14 85 1 112 15 41 28 74 1 158 Shipped CLASS B GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 0 0 0 0 1 2 15 18 0 1 1 2 0 1 1 2 0 6 6 0 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 1 0 5 6 3 3 38 44 2 0 15 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 9 1 11 Q. 10 6 103 1 118 9 Shipped CLASS C TOTAL Shipped GROUP CLASS 3 ALL A 2 1 B 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 10 46 18 0 0 6 6 2 2 0 0 5 5 9 2 0 0 0 0 6 6 0 0 1 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 6 0 9 3 1 10 14 40 44 1 0 3 17 4 24 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 3 14 9 0 0 0 0 3 11 4 1 38 1 43 158 118 Registered On The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP 1 3 ALL 1 C ALL 1-s 2 2 3 ALL 2 5 13 0 0 2 4 0 0 3 3 10 71 37 55 190 7 74 27 4 31 42 5 7 13 6 10 4 29 0 1 5 6 22 13 21 68 2 5 16 12 2 24 28 5 4 0 1 21 0 12 11 2^ 20 22 .5 0 2 2 0 1 4 1 2 2 A 2 4 5 13 0 0 0 0 4 2 0 6 8 19 41 2 0 15 8 1 19 22 20 23 59 118 4 14 98; 16 4 75 83 86 7 • 4 27 19 10 24 45, 33 4 38 6 5 6 0 22 3 2 10 15 1' 5 6 6 16 42 1 3 26 14 2 7 10 0 9 2 11 30 6 55 14 8 10 39 43 1 319 143 175 126 234 1 678 32 34 262 1 328 SUMMARY DECK ENGINE STEWARD GRAND TOTALS Registered Registered CLASS A CLASS B GROUP 12 3 ALL 95 164 43 302 46 129 28 203 75 23 73 "171 216 316 144 676 36 195 235 SHIPPED CLASS A SHIPPED SHIPPED TOTAL Registered On The Beach CLASS C CLASS B SHIPPED CLASS A I CLASS 8 GROUP GROUP CLASS GROUP GROUP GROUP 123 ALL 1 3 ALL 1 3 ALL A C ALL 1 2 ALL 1 2 2 B 2 3 ALL 77 173 47 1 297 6 81 80 I 167 28 14 1 45 297 169 45 509 388 519 105 11012 17 203 306 526 '39 152 22 I 213 9' 85 65 I 159 66^213 159 "66 438 16^ 444 68 I 672 29 240 237 506 40 20 56 28 74 158 9 6 103 1 118 4 1 38 I 43 158 118 "43 319,318 126 234"i 678 32 34 262'j 328 72 353 143 668 24 172 248'I 444 13 69 72 j 154 668 444 154 |1266l866 1089 407 |2362 78 477 805 |1360 �'ar:v-, •cflHHber IS, IfSt By Robert A. Matthews, Vice-President, Contracts, & Bill Hall, Headquarters Rep. Steward Dept. O.T. Clarified Among a number of questions received from crewmembers Is one from a steward that is a beef about beef: Question: I have been butchering half a cow without the payment of overtime. They weigh from 70 to 90 pounds. Please send clarifica­ tion on the butchering of same. Answer: When carcass beef, in eighths or larger, is carried, the man required to butcher this beef shall be paid a minimum of six hours overtime weekly for butchering. Reference: Article V, Section 20, Standard Freight Agreement: "OVERTIME FOR BUTCHERING. When carcass beef In eights or larger is carried, the man required to butcher this beef shall be paid a minimum of 6 hours overtime weekly for butchering. This shall not apply jvhen a butcher is carried." Many questions coming into Headquarters seem to be concerned with watch time. Here are a couple. Question: An A.B. on the 4 to 8 watch became ill and could not stand his watch. The Captain shifted an A.B. from the 8 to 12 watch until the sick A.B. returned to work. The Carpenter thinks he should have been put on the 4 to 8 watch rather than the 8 to 12 because on the 4 to 8 watch he would have made more overtime. Answer: The Captain has the-*right to assign the Carpenter to "On day of arrival any part of a the watch that he the Captain, sea watch from midnight until decides is best. 8 a.m. shall constitute a complete Reference: Article III, Section watch. This shall not apply to men 4(A) of the Standard Freight who are to stand donkey watch. Agreement: "BOATSWAIN OR When such arrival occurs on a CARPENTER STANDING Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, WATCH, (a) If the Boatswain or overtime shall only be paid, for Carpenter is required to stand hours actually worjced on such watch due to a shortage of men, watch. When watches are not such watches stood between the broken in port and vessel's stay hours of 5 p.m. and 8 a.m., Monday exceeds 24 hours in port, overtime through Fridays, and from mid­ shall be paid for ail watches stood night to midnight on Saturdays, after 5 PM and before 8 AM after Sundays or Holidays, shall be paid 24 hours. If watches are broken in for at their regular overtime rate. a port after having been main­ However, all such watches shall be tained for a period of time, over­ in addition to their regular duties time shall be paid for 'all watches as Boatswain or Carpenter. In stood between time of arrival and such cases, there shall be no breaking watches. This shall not division of wagesl apply when the crew is being paid Question: The situation: Vessel overtime for standing watches. arrived in Galveston, Sunday at This excludes men standing 7:48 A.M.; as it was due to shift to donkey .watches." Houston and sail from port prior The job of the bosun in t\TO to midnight of the following day specialized situations is clarified the Chief Engineer broke and set in these two questions. sea watches for FWT at midnight, Question: This vessel does not Sunday, in accordance with the carry a Carpenter; just a Bosun agreement. After numerous delays and two Daymen. The Bosun and vessel finally sailed from Houston Daymen while working in the at 6:15 P.M. Thursday, the FWT's messhail after 5 PM were required remaining on sea watches the to lay a section of the deck with entire stay in port. Fireman- Magnicite cement. Time it took to , Watertenders claim overtime for put in this work v/as turned in at all watches stood (day and night) the rate of overtime and one-half. after 24 hours (midnight Monday) Mate disputed it, claiming there is until the vessel sailed (6:15 PM nothing covering it in the contract Thursday). Overtime has been and will only pay straight o.t. until okayed for watches stood only he is shown otherwise, considers after 5 PM and before 8 AM from it routine deck work. midnight Monday until vessel Answer: It is our opinion that sailed (6:15 PM Thursday). the section quoted by you is cor­ Answer: Based on the foregoing, rect and that all work performed the Company is correct. Overtime during the regular working hours for the Fireman-Watertender would be paid at the straight would be payable only for those overtime rate and overtime and watches which were stood after one-half would be paid for all 5 PM and before 8 AM from mid­ work performed after 5 PM and night, Monday, until the vessel before 8 AM. sailed at 6:15 PM, Thursday. Reference: Article III, Section Reference: Article IV, Section 7, 12(c) of Standard Freight Agree­ Standard Freight Agreement: ment: CARPENTER'S DUTIES, "BREAKING WATCHES. When a (c) When members of the deck vessel is in port as defined in department are required by the Article II, Section 34, and is officer-in-chargp to perform scheduled to remain in port regular carpenter work they shall twenty-four hours or longer, sea be paid straight overtime for their watches shall be broken. When watch on deck and overtime and scheduled stay of vessel is less one-half for their watch below." than twenty-four hours, sea In submitting questions and watches shall be maintained. If work situations for clarification, sea watches are to be broken, they delegates and crews are reminded shall be broken when "Finished once again to provide as much de­ with Engine" bell is rung. tail as-possible setting forth the "When the vessel arrives in circumstances of any dispute. Be­ port and is to depart prior to mid­ sides those mentioned, some mem­ night of the following day, sea bers who were sent clarifications watches for those men who are to on various subjects during the past maintain donkey watches shall not few days include the following: be broken. James J. Boland, ship's delegate, "When the vessel arrives in port Robin Kirk; A1 Maisonet, ship's and is scheduled to depart after delegate. Oceanic Tide; Paul L. midnight of the following day, sea Whitlow, ship's delegate, Hercules watches for those men who are to Victory; Joe Scaramutz, Alcoa stand donkey watehes shall be Mariner; Leo Paradise, Eldorado; broken at midnight on day of Rene J. Aslin, Monticello Victory; and F. Ouweneel, Niagara. arrival. LOG S Pace Sevoa Two Railtug Oldtimers On Pension NEW YORK—Two more vete­ ran members of the Railway Ma­ rine Region have joined the growing list of pensioners that have been approved by the trus­ tees of the retirement program. Both tugmen, Fritz Samot, and Walter E. Norris, will receive a regular $150 pension' check monthly as long as they live. Samot sailed in the deck de­ partment throughout his career. Norris Samot He last sailed as mate aboard the Carl Olsen (left) daughter of SIU New Bedford Fishermen's New York Central's Tug 32. He Union member Magnus K. Olsen, is shown above being plans to settle down in his home crowned queen of the 1964 Scallop Festival. Doing the in Brooklyn, N.Y., and spend honors is the 1963 Scallop Queen, Arlene Dutra. some time with his daughter and six grandchildren. Before starting his career on tugs, Samot spent several years sailing deep sea. Norris sailed for the Pennsyl­ vania Railroad for ntany years, and has worked in all depart­ ments, retiring after working as a railroad bridgeman. Norris has been sailing tugs around N.Y. Harbor since 1918. He plana to By Lindsey Williams, Vice-President, Gulf Area settle down in California with his daughter, spending his time with The weekend Labor Day holiday was kicked off in New Orleans his five children, 11 grandchil­ with a big rally at the SIU Hall. The affair was the Fourth Annual dren, and two great grand-chil­ Friends of Labor Night sponsored by the Greater New Orleans AFLdren. CIO and attended by trade unionists and civic, business and political leaders, including many parish, city, state and federal officials. The principal speaker was Hale Boggs, U.S. Representative from Louisiana's Second Congressional District. Democratic Whip in the House, he is one of the most influential members of Congress. His address launched the AFL-CIO campaign in support of Presi­ dent Lyndon B. Johnson, vice presidential candidate Hubert Humphrey and Democratic candidates in the state who have opposition in the general election. Boggs is one of those who has Republican opposition. The election will be held on November 3. It is of vital importance to every SIU member and his family and everyone should take steps, NORTHUMBERLAND, Pa. — when in his home port, to make certain that he is registered to vote, SlU-United Industrial Workers along with his family and friends, all of whom should be advised of the importance of this election. Acquaint yourself with absentee member Charles Spruell, a imion voting procedures so that you can make certain your vote will be chief shop steward at the Paulsen- counted, even if you are at sea on election day. Shipping has continued to maintain a lively pace in the Gulf, It Webber Cordage Company plant in nearby Sunbury, is talking has been better than fair in Hou--* proudly about his 17-year-old ston, despite the continued tie-up Theodore "Red Griff" Griffith, an­ of grain elevators there. It has daughter, Ann Marie, who just been booming in New Orleans and other of the real oldtimers. Red spent his time between ships vis­ graduated high school, taking a good in Mobile. iting with friends and relatives load of honors with her into the Among those who recently hit around his home neighborhood in world of business. the beach in Mobile is George the Defuniak Springs and Panama Ann Marie, who completed Bales who has been sailing out City, Fla., area. Another "Florida Northumberland High. this spring. of the Gulf in the deck department Cracker" who made the Topa Topa since 1938. After eight months on was Jake Wood who came over the Montpelier Victory he got fro;n Tampa to ship out. Wally off, registered in Group 1, and LaNasa, who registered late in plans to catch up on his fishing July, is still 'on the beach, but while enjoying life witli his family probably will be ready to go soon. Among those on tlie' beacli in in Mobile for awhile. Bernard Graham, another oldtimer, got off Houston are Earl McKaskey who the Topa Topa when she paid off paid off t'ne Peim Sailor in Jack­ in New Orleans and registered in sonville after a trip to India. He Mobile. Graham, who lives with is ready to go again and says he his sister in Theodore. Ala., plans will take a day man or bosun's Charles & Ann Marie Spruell to stay ashore about three monllis ^ob on any long trip. Vernon Hal!, and pass the time, perhaps profit­ who quit the chief cook's job on won a typing award and four ably, shrimping. John M. Lamb, the Margarett Brown for a rest is shorthand honors from the Gregg who has been shipping out of the making the job calls, ready to grab Shorthand Company. She will use Gulf for more than 20 years, quit the first cook's job that comes up. her skills in a position with the the electrician's job on the Alcoa Clarence Heinly, wlio last sailed First National Bank of Sunbury. Voyager so he can be on the beach as chief electrician on the Alice Her father, Charles, has been for a big ev^it—the marriage of Brown, hopes to make an Isthmian an SIU member for seven years his daughter in October. Eddie job. Charles Demers who made and a chief steward for four Bowers who was last on the Coun­ his last trip as an AB on the Trans years. He is employed as an elec­ cil Groves has been home with Hatteras is registered in Group 1 trician at the Paulsen-Webber his family in Mobile for awhile and is looking for a .long voyage. plant, which is a major manufac­ and says he is ready to take any Jessie .Metcalf is ready to go again turer of fiber ropes and canvas baker's job that hits the board. after a long rest. He last sailed A visitor in New Orleans for deck maintenance on the Alice products for marine use. All seven Paulsen-Webber plants are a few days before he shipped out Brown. Jerry McCarthy paid off as a« AB on the Topa Topa was the Producer after a trip to Egypt. under SIU-UIW contract. Labor Day Rally Held in New Orleans SlU Man's Daughter Wins Honors �SEAFARERS Page Eight Annual Report for the Period of April 1 to July 15, 1963 Great Lakes Seamen's Welfare Fund 17 Battery Place, New York 4, N. Y. To the Superintendent of Insurance of the State of New York Notes: (1) All data in the Annual Report is to be copied from the Annual State­ ment. Where a copy of U.S. Department of Labor Form D-2, has been filed in lieu of pages 6 to 14 of the New York Annual Statement, the Summary Statement of Assets and Liabilities (Exhibit B-1) and the Summary Statement - of Receipts and Disbursements (Exhibit B-2) of Form D-2 may be substituted for Pages 2 and 3 herein. (2) The Annual Report is required to be filed, in duplicate, not later than Address replies to New York State Insurance Department, 55 John Street, New York 38, N.Y. (3) The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general informa­ tion as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. For a, more comprehensive treatment, refer to the Annual Statement, copies of which may be inspected at the office of the fund, or at the New York State Insurance Department, 55 John St. New York 38, N.Y. EXHIBIT B-1 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Assets 1. Cash 2. Bonds and debentures (a) Government obligations (b) Nongovernment bonds (c) Total bonds and debentures 3. Stocks (a) Preferred (b) Common 4. Common trusts 5. Real estate loans and mortgages 6. Operated real estate 7. Other investment assets 8. Furniture and Equipment 9. Less: Reserve for Furniture & Equipment 10. Other assets (a) Contributions Receivable (b) Due from Other Funds (c) Miscellaneous Receivables . $ 43,321.58 —()—• —6— —0— —0— —0— —0— —0— —0— —0— —0— $ 76,332.89 2,763.48 781.57 11. Total a.ssets September 18, 1864 LOG EXHIBIT B-2 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS Receipts 1. Contributions (a) Employer Per Schedule Attached (b) Employees (c) Others (Specify) 2. Interest, dividends, and other investment net Income 3. Gain (or.loss) from disposal of assets, net 4. Dividends and experience rating refunds from insurance companies 5. Other receipts $177,409.58 Disbursements 7. Insurance and annuity premiums paid to insurance com­ panies for participants benefits 8. Benefits provided other than through insurance carriers or other service organizations 9. Administrative expenses (a) Salaries (Schedule 1) 29,524.11 ('b) Fees and commissions 5,821.20 (c) Interest —0— (d) Taxes 2,351.95 (e) Rent 2,547.84 (f) Other administrative expenses 10. Other di.sbursements (a) Trustees' Meetings Expense .. (b) Travel atid Auto Expenses .... —0— 5,242.84 (5,242.84) 1,114.90 233.68 1,348.58 256,676.83 12. Excess (deficiency) of receipts over disbursements (line 8, less line 11) (79,267.25) 13. Fund balance at beginning of year 14. Excess (deficiency) of receipts over bursements (line 12) .. 15. Other increases or decreases in funds (a) Elimination of Reserve for those receiving the special disability benefit and welfare benefits to them and their dependents 143,305.93 —0— (79,267.25) 143,305.93 ' $64,038.68 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE GREAT LAKES SEAMEN'S WELFARE FUND 79,877.94 STATE OF New York SS. and Trustees of the Fund and being duly sworn, each for himself deposes and says that this Annual Report is true to the best of his information, knowledge and belief. Employer trustee: s / Max Harrison 59,160.84 —0— 64,038.68 64,038.68 18. Total liabilities and funds Employee trustee: s/ Al Kerr $123,199.52 Fire Hits The Globe Explorer rescue operation had taken just 4V2 hours. The next day, the Coast Guard cutters Owasco and Cherokee met the La Pintata, and the Owasco removed the crew, taking them to New London, Conn. Captain Jurgensen, the chief mate, engineer and bosun Horace Mobley were taken onboard the Cheokee, where they proceeded to the Globe Ex­ plorer, now riding dead in the water, to effect salvage operations. Members of the crew volunteered to join the salvage mission but Captain Jurgensen declined their offer. The fire had been an especially bad one as far as the crew was concerned. Though there had been no injuries, the men had lost all their personal belongings — and their pay. The ship had paid off in Norfolk less than 48 hours earlier and the crewmen had their , salaries with them. The cash was lost to, the blaze. In New London, the survivors 52,385.75 16. Fund balance end of year —0— 47,252.51 10,422.91 1,485.42 (d) Total funds and reserves (Continued from page 3) 12,140.65 11. Total lines 7 to 10, inclusive Liabilities and Funds 16. Total liabilities 17. Funds and reserves (a) Reserve for future benefits and expenses (b) Fund Balance 202,942.50 Reconciliation of Fund Balances $123,199.52 Insurance and annuity premiums payable Benefits Payable Accounts payable & Accrued Expenses Payroll taxes Payable 300.00 6. Total lines 1 to 5, inclusive COUNTY OF New York. 12. 13. 14. 15. $177,109.58 —0— were fitted out with clean clothes. Hughart and Mueller came to SIU Brooklyn headquarters where they told their story. In New York, company officials had high praise for the conduct of the SIU crew during the aban­ doning operation. "The crew was well-disciplined, showed absolutely no panic and demonstrated real good seamanship," said one com­ pany official. Crewmembers, in turn, said all safety equipment on the ship was in good working order, and they lauded the SIU safety program for helping to maintain the high standards. Meanwhile, Captain Jurgensen and his three men, aided by five Coast Guardsmen who had been dropped on the Globe Explorer by heliocopter, were struggling to take a tow line from the Cherokee. After much work, the line was made fast, but heavy seas, whipped up by hurricanes Ethel and Dora, whose dying remnants were still a danger to shipping, forced the cutter to break the tow on Sunday, September 13. As the LOG went to press, com­ pany officials reported that the Globe Explorer was under tow again and expected to make port in Norfolk by Sunday, Septem­ ber 19. When she arrives she will be surveyed by underwriters, and rep­ resentatives of the American Bu­ reau of Shipping to determine the extent of her damage and whether or not she is salvagable. The 20,000 tons of coal she was delivering to the Netherlands is believed to be in good shape and untouched by the fire. The cargo is expected to be reloaded on an­ other vessel. Seafarer Mueller, 62, who has spent 42 years going to sea, told the LOG that the Globe Explorer fire was his second bout with disaster. On January 6, 1942, he was aboard the William S. Rosecranz when she was torpedoed off the Italian coast by an Axis sub. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 9ih day of January, 1964. s / John J. Raguseo JOHN J. RAGUSEO Notary Public, State of New York No. 30-8482865 Qualified in Nassau County Cert, filled in Nassau Co. & N.Y. Co. Commission Expires March 30, 1964 New Deep-Diving Sub | To Seek Oceans' Secrets BERMUDA—What the astronauts are doing for the exploration if i of outer space the Aluminaut is expected to do for the exploration of "inner space" according to her designers. At this point some definitions are probably in order. The term ; "inner space" is often used to refer to the unexplored depths of , I the world's oceans. The Aluminaut, launched recently, at Groton, : i Conn., is a 50-foot long submarine designed to go down 15,000 || i feet into the ocean depths with its three man crew and travel |i I at that depth for 100 miles. |i The Aluminaut should prove to be an advance over previous : vehicles designed to descend to great depths because of her I superior mobility underwater. Trials of the new craft are expected to begin soon in the i Bahamas because of the need for very deep water. Here, a tongue i of the ocean provides & great depth just a mile offshore. Many groups are reported to be interested in the new underi water craft including the U.S. Navy, various government agencies I and private firms. The mobility and versatility of the craft -are expected to be of value in many forms of underwater work. Exploration of the ocean depths, of course, is one endeavor i in which the Aluminaut may prove exceedingly useful. Underwater I salvage work offers many possibilities as does drilling for oil on the bottom of the ocean. Underwater mining may also prpve i feasible with the aid of the Aluminaut, especially mining for i manganese. There are places on the floor of the Pacific Ocean; [for example, which are covered with manganese "nodules" worth i an estimated $1.4 million a square mile. �SEAFARERS LOG Fure NIm F Getting ready to abandon ship during life­ boat drill, (l-r) diaries Sopeta, pantryman; Jim Hand, electrician; and Ronald Canady, decic department, stand by to start low­ ering the lifeboat on the Steel Maker (Isthmian}. oper fire fighting techniques and knowledga of lifeboat handling often spell the difference between life^and death for a Seafarer in times of disaster. Well trained SIU men on the Steel Maker (Isthmian), many of whom got their training in the union lifeboat school, had a chance to demonstrate these vital skills recently during one of the periodic fire and lifeboat drills held on hoard ship, Crewmembers broke out the fire fighting gear to put out a simulated blaze and then quickly and efficiently, took to the lifeboats. The drill came off without a hitch, and demonstrated that Seafarers on the Steel Maker, as are their SIU brothers everywhere, stand ready to deal with any threat or eventuality that might occur at sea. (Photos taken by Seafarer Joe Fried.) This trio of Seafarers (l-r), G. Alindato, oiler; Fred Tampd, firemen, and Charles Sopeta of the steward department, found that the hose at their fire station was in excellent working order when the drill alarm went off. , FIRE AND w II . Mill 1 ^ ^ -mm W Wm l» : BOAT DRILL Seafarers moved through the boat drill like clockwork. Here, a crewmember inspects davits prior to lowering away. Periodic drills give the crew e chance to demonstrate skills they learn In SIU lifeboat school. After a fire drill, one of the most important |obs for Seafarers is make sure all equipment is stowed properly where it will be ready for an emer­ gency. Replacing hose (l-r) are Seafarers Tompol, Alendato and Sopeta. After crewmembers ran through the lifeboat drill without a hitch, they began to put equipment back in place. Cranking a lifeboat up are (l-r) Wilbur Miles, second cook; Thn Holt, AF; and William Duffy, messman. Nothing is left to chance as these SIU crewmembers (l-r) Holt, Temple, Duffy, and Robert G. Bour, AB; check every fastening to make sure the lifeboat they were handling is secure after the drill was completed. �Page Ten SEAFARERS By E. B. McAuley, West Coast Representative California Politics Steal Scene LOO Sqrtember 18, 1864 Domestic Shipping Hit In Court RR Rate Ruiings WASHINGTON—In two separate actions involving SIUcontracted Seatrain Lines, and the SIU Inland Boatmen's Union-contracted Sheridan Transport Lines, discriminatory rate cuts by railroads were-* again condoned by federal part of their phosphate tonnage, court decisions. or would force water freight rates QUESTIONi A recent article In a French magazine reported There was plenty of fiery oratory on Labor Day in California as that French touriitt dislike the Governor Edmund G. Brown and Senator Pierre Salinger joined forces to attack Proposition 14 and its backers. The proposition, which U.S. and New York City in par­ will appear on the November ballot, would amend the state constitu­ ticular. As an American sea­ tion by repealing the Rumford Housing Act which now bans racial In the Seatrain action, the do­ down to "levels below full cost in man, what Is your opinion of discrimination in the sale or rental of housing in California. mestic shipping Industry suffered order to remain competitive." France? Governor Brown spoke at the Catholic Labor Institute in Los The phosphate shipments In­ blow when a federal judge in Angeles, and Salinger, who is running for election, made two speeches on the issue. He appeared before the Retail Clerks' Union Labor Day New Jersey dropped a restraining volved are carried by thq seaborne Mike Dohertyt I can take it or Picnic at the Orahge County Fairgrounds and at the annual picnic order he had imposed preventing lines from Florida porta to Balti­ leave it. Just after the war, more and Canton, Maryland. To­ rail rate cutting on polyethylene of the Alameda County Labor Council in Pleasanton. France was a Bids were recently opened for the construction of three 24-knot, plastics moving from "Texas to the tal charges for the phosphate ship­ pretty good New York area. ments average about $5.90 a ton twin-screw containerships by the American-Hawaiian Steamship Co. place, but since via the water route. The original federal court action The General Dynamics Corp. submitted the lowest of the four bids the early 1950'3 Rail rates had been set at $7.85 for the vessels which the shipping line intends to place in intercoastal preventing the 30 percent rate cut there has been a followed the intervention of the a ton. Now the roads are setting operation. The MA must approve 50 percent mortgage insurance build-up of antiJustice Department in the action a $6 a ton rate, applicable to min­ before construction of the new ships can begin. American feel­ begun by SlU-contracted Seatrain imum shipments of 75 tons moving General Dynamics bid was $20,849,000 for each of the ships. Three ings, especially Lines' appeals case before the In­ in hopper cars, or a minimal total years ago American-Hawaiian asked for bids for the ships, and the in the port cities. lowest was $21,374,383 per vessel. The company now has gainerf a terstate Commerce Commission. movement of 75 tons per day from The people have The Justice Department supported ? single point to a single con­ saving of more than $1.5 million: become very signee. Seatrain's claim that the proposed by calling for the new bids. Amer­ hail. He last sailed on the Montirude, and in general have no use The sea carriers have main­ rate reduction violates Federal ican-Hawaiian plans to use the cello Victory as bosun and says he for the Americans. This makes It new ships to restore its inter­ plans to stick around for a short antitrust laws and are otherwise tained that they need at least _ hard to like any country. discriminatory. one dollar per ton differential to coastal service which it dis­ time before shipping out again. Recently however, the judge remain in competition. The op­ 4. 4. continued 10 years ago. Arloe Hill has been taking It Forty leading experts from nice and easy around Wilmington ruled that he has no jurisdiction tions open to the water carriers Frederick Oliver: I like it. The government, industry labor, law, for the summer. However, he to continue ^lis original Injunction now lie in reducing their own people treat me nice there. I'll rates even lower or carrying the and dropped it. This apparently medicine and higher education figures that he's had a long admit there are discussed the establishment of enough lay-off and claims he'll allows the railroads to put the new fight to a higher tribunal, if pos­ places I'd rather guidelines to ensure the future of jump for the first chief steward's rail rates into effect whenever sible. go, but when I'm collective bargaining in the U.S. opening that comes across the they choose. there I find it The Justice Department had at a conference held on the board. quite enjoyable. called Southwestern Lines Freight Berkeley campus of the University Of course, I have Traffic Bureau's proposal to re­ of California. The conference, some friends duce the cost of shipping plastics sponsored by the Brotherhood of there and tlhat by railroad from Texas to New Railway Trainmen, was attended always helps to York by 22 to 33 percent "clearly by West Coast maritime labor and make any port discriminatory and violating the Industi-y leaders. more Interesting. policies and standards of the anti­ 1 don't think they should have a Shipping Steady trust laws." As usual however, bad opinion of New York, though. pleas to preserve the domestic Shipping has been steady In the It's a good city. shipping industry by preventing San Francisco area for the past WASHINGTON—The Maritime two weeks and looks like it will 4 4 4' LOUISVILLE, Ky A power­ the railroads from engaging in Administration has tightened up continue fair in the future. Three ful, modern SIU Inland Boatmens discriminatory rate cutting fell on its U.S. ship transfer policy some­ C. I. Navarra: Nobody can beat ships crewed up, the Wild Ranger, Union-manned towboat took to the deaf ears at the ICC. what in a recent move revising its New York. It is the best city in Seatrain Lines has already been eight year old policy governing Longview Victory and the Iber­ water here recently with the the World. I like ville. The C. S. Long Lines finally christening of the Hugh C. Blaske forced to abandon services from the sale of U.S.-flag ships to Paris but its day sailed for the Far East after being at ceremonies attended by more New York to Savannah and to New foreign buyers. is past and- the Orleans because railroads cut laid up for several weeks in the than 400 spectators. The biggest change in the new Frenchman does rates on a few key commodities Wilamette yards. The vessel will be operated by that form the backbone of its revised policy was to bring ail not want to ad­ L. Lopez, an old familiar face, SIU-lBU-contracted Inland Tugs, types and ages of vessels within mit it. The peo­ has been seen around the San Inc., for the owners, American traffic. the policy. In the future any ple are really no In the second, and similar case, Francisco hail lately. He recently Commercial Line. transfer, no matter how old the more friendly coastwise carriers Marine Trans­ got back from the Far East after there than New The new 170-foot, 4,800 horse­ port Lines and the SlU-lBU ship, will bo looked into carefully shipping out as chief cook on the York, but living power vessel will go into service manned Sheridan Transportation before approval is granted, yntil Wilton. The Wilton is about to end now, applications to transfer ships is much better up on the scrap pile, but the on the Ohio and Mississip-pi Riv­ Co. failed in their attempt to get more than 20 years old or under in New York. France has its good company donated all the grub left ers. She is capable of pushing the Interstate Commerce Commis­ 3,000 grbss tons were approved points, but I don't think it can in the galley to hospitals out that tows of 20 to 30 barges with up sion to suspend and investigate almost automatically. stand up to the Big City. way. F. R. Hattaway, a black gang to 30,000 tons of cargo. Although published rail rate slashes on the Another change in policy makes not the most powerful vessel on shipment of phosphate rock the 4 4 4 oldtimer, has come In for a while the economic life of ships 25 years after a long trip on the Longview the rivers, the Biaske is designed water carriers depend upon for a instead of 20 years, which was the P. J. Garray: I don't like France to deliver the greatest efficiency substantial part of their bsuiness. Victory. at all. The people are very snob­ previous cutoff point. In addition, with the minimum of mainte­ Both the ICC's suspension board Another old hand, J. Pasko, is bish, especially and its Division 11 have brushed another five years will be added in the port cities. looking for a ship bound for the nance. to what Marad considers the SlU-lBU crewmen will also aside the complaints of Marine East Coast in the hope of taking in The communists the Worlds Fair before it closes benefit from the vessels design. Transport Lines and Sheridan economic life of vessels which are building up have been converted or jumboized. All quarters are fully air condi­ Transport (barges) that the rail­ for the year. He says he wants to considerable In the future the same case-by- a see the changes back east after tioned, including the galley, pilot­ roads—Seaboard Air Line and amount of anticase determination of transfer ap­ house, engineer's control room, Atlantic Coast Line — rate cuts spending so much time out this American feel­ way. While making the rounds of and two lounges for off-duty re­ would either divert a substantial plications for ships imder 8,000 ings in the port gross tohs will be made as for the San Francisco USPHS hospital laxation. larger ships under the new policy. areas, and of route we found Hubert Pousson However, the smaller ships will not course this does and John Tierney who is in dry _ be subject to the transfer condi­ not help anyone dock with an injured knee. like the country. Most seamen tion that they by made available to Things are moving pretty slow the U.S. in the event of an only see the ports and the areas up Seattle way with no changes near them because they don't have emergency. on the horizon. Payoffs during the time to get into the interior of Some 800 U.S.-flag ships have couple of weeks included the been transferred to foreign the country, so it is especially bad Beloit Victory, Seattle and the registry since 1949 under the pre­ for them. Antinous with the Morning Light vious policy and its earlier ver­ 4 4 4 expected in shortly. Melvin Kleisions. These vessels supposedly ber has shown up on the beach in Henry Kuglert I don't like it remain under the "effective con­ Seattle. He's been doing a lot of that much. There are other places trol" of the U.S. Government work on his "stump ranch," but is I would prefer under the terms of the MA's trans­ more than willing to grab the first to go. The peo- • fer policy. bosun's job that comes along. John pie of France are As for its new, revised transfer Indorf, who usually ships as night getting to be • policy, however, MA stresses that cook and baker, is sweating it out pretty urifriendjit will continue to consider in as he tries to nail down a job on ly toward the^^ each case the type, size, speed, the Seattle. American. Their general condition and age of the Shipping is moving on the cities are tidier ship, the acceptability of the slow bell In Wilmington lately. in general than foreign buyer arid country of The San Francisco, Kenmar and some sections of registry, the need to' retain the Robin Kirk have all stopped inNew York, but if The latest SlU-manned tug to take to the water, the Hugh C. ship under U.S. laws for reasons these Frenchmen had a complaint transit, but the future doesn't look of national defense, maintenance Blaske, operated by SIU Inland Boatmen's Union-contracted that Americans are unfriendly to­ to bright in the next few weeks. of an adequate merchant fleet, ward them, at least the New York­ Inland Tugs, Inc. for American Commercial Line, is shown Richard (Mac) McConnell has been foreign policy and national inter­ er is not downright rude on pur­ getting re-acquainted with his old above. ^ The modern tug is designed for maximum efficiency est before it aUows the vessel to pose. Nevertheless, 1 have friends " friends around the Wilmington with minimum maintenance. transfer foreign. there. New SIU Tugboat Is Christened MA Tightening Regulations On Ship Transfers �B^tember It, Iftt SEAFARERS LOG Pare EleveB "Can't Seem to Put My li/lind to Work.," PLASTERERS FIRST ENDORSEMENT GOES TO JOHNSON— The 100-year-old Plasterers and Cement Masons Union, which has never before backed a presidential candidate, has endorsed the Johnson-Humphrey ticket. The unprecedented and unanimous action was taken at their 40th convention in Philadelphia. AFL-CIO Presi­ dent George Meany, who addressed the deiegates, warned them that the "preservation of the free way of life and our type of society" depended on the defeat of GoldWater in November. Meany also told the delegates that Goldwater's record of opposition to labor's rights, minimum wage, medicare and social security means that the GOP candidate's defeat should become more important to labor than any local or contractual issues "we could talk about." Tlie delegates of the 66,000-member union also heard national COPE director A1 Barkan talk about the importance of "grass roots" political activity for labor. 4" MRS. FDR REMEMBERED—Nationwide observance of Eleanor Roosevelt's 80th birthday will take place Oct. 11 at commemorative din­ ners across the United States, including Washington, D.C. where AFLCIO Pres. George Meany and Vice Pres. Joseph D. Keenan will be among those honored. United Nations Ambassador Adlai Stevenson, chairman of Eleanor Roosevelt Memorial Foundation, of which Meany and Keenan are resident trustees, announced the dinners will pay tribute to the memory of the "first lady of the world" and will serve as stimulus to the foundation's work in human relations. In addition to Washington, dinners will be held in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami and Mil­ waukee. The Eleanor Roosevelt Memorial Foundation was inspired by the late Pres. John F. Kennedy and chartered by Congress in 1963 to carry on Mrs. Roosevelt's work in the fields of human rights, world peace, cancer research and aid to underpriviledged children. The AFL-CIO has endorsed the foundation and has contributed finan­ cially to its work. 4" 4* 3^ JOHNSON RECORD IMPRESSIVE—If any one word can sum up the performance of President Johnson in office,- that word is achieve­ ment. A look at the legislation enacted this year alone gives eloquent testimony to President Johnson's leadership. The Congress approved the administration's $11 billion tax slash, which meant the equivalent of a ''Vi cent an hour lake-home pay increase for the average American worker. Major human rights legislation was signed into law to provide constitutional guarantees for all citizens. The President launched a war on poverty in America, and Congress approved a $1 billion measure to begin the battle to help replace despair with opportunity for mil­ lions of poverty-ridden families. On another field of battle against poverty, the temporary food stamp program initiated by President Kennedy was made permanent. Under its provisions, needy families buy for a small fixed amount stamps worth nearly twice as much when exchanged for food. Four million needy persons will benefit from this measure. An expanded student loan program wUl enable 70-90,000 addi­ tional students from low income families to attend college each year. Under the Vocational Education Act, facilities to train yotmg people in needed skills will be expanded and modernized. The act provides job training for high school students and for thousands of workers— young and old, unemployed and the underemployed. Hiis is the record, then, of the present administration, a record <rf prosperity, and progress, and peace — a record which deserves the energetic support of aU working people, and their families when they go to the polls November 3. The problems facing the US maritime in­ dustry are legion. They include the steady decline of the domestic shipping industry, the hostile policies of government agencies, which should be bending their efforts to strengthen U.S. maritime, but have instead adopted policies which are aiding its de­ cline. Waivers of the 50-50 requirements of government-financed overseas cargoes is another problem crying for solution. On the horizon is the spectre of increased mech­ anization and automation aboard ship. The SIU and other maritime unions have been attacking these problems with vigor, and although the difficulties are many and varied, they have been making progress toward solving them. Delegates to the Postal Clerks Union convention in Miami have listed as the "paramount objec­ tive" of their program a demand for premium overtime pay for 50,000 substitute clerks. Union president E. C. Hallbeck called the denial of overtime to the sub­ stitutes, who make up one-fifth (ff the PO work force, "a stone age labor practice." He said that the substitutes often have to work as much as 70 hours a week at straight-time rates. Other legis­ lative demands of the Postal Clerks Union include retirement rights on full pension after 30 years, a 35-hour week, full pay­ ment of health and life insurance for government workers and union recognition guaranteed by law. it % The Justice Department has thrown its Siupport behind the Musicians' Union and the AFLCIO who are asking the Supreme Court to strike down an Interm'etntion of the Landrum-Grlfflth Act which would prevent delegates to union conveo^mis from casting the full vote of the members they represent. U.S. Solicitor-General Archibald Cox sees the. rollcall system of balloting used by the Musicians and other unions as "markedly more democratic" than the one prescribed by a lower court under the act The lower court decision now being fought by the union movement and the Justice Department held that each delegate to a convention should have only one vote, regardless of whether he represents 50 or 10,000 unionists. The Justice Department has filed a "friend of the court" brief on behalf of thie unions. "4" it Charging that General Electric broke a national contract, the Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers have served notice on the huge corporation that it faces a nationwide strike "unless it halts its unilateral attempt to eliminate incentive work" am<mg members of Local 301 ait 6.E.'s ^henectady plant. Talks between the union and management were resumed after Labor Day, with the lUE ask­ ing the company to reinstate the incentive plan. The loss of in­ centive pay had cut the income of the 3,000 Schenectady workers by 35 percent, or more than $1.60 an hour;' One very basic problem faced by mari­ time however is very little nearer to solu­ tion today than it has ever been. The prob­ lem of runaway-flag operations is ifot only one of the biggest difficulties faced by mari­ time, but is also a major stumbling block in the solution of many of the other problems. It not only has an adverse effect on the maritime industry, but both directly and in­ directly is a threat to the security of the entire nation. tered under the flags of foreign nations, could be called back for use in the event of a national emergency. The "effective con­ trol" principle is a nice theory, but as recent political upheavals in Panama and Hon­ duras have shown, "effective control" may prove to be no control at all. Panama and* Honduras of course are two of the major runaway-flag nations. The U.S. maritime unions were formed to improve seamen's wages and working conditions at a time when they were so. bad as to be considered a crime against decency. Runaway-flag operators are now being allowed to turn back the clock on wages and working conditions, undermining the hard won gains of labor. Seamen's lives are again being endangered by lax safety and main­ tenance procedures—a laxitv which would not be tolerated by the SIU and other maritime unions. After lining their pockets with money saved on taxes and lax safety and maintenance procedures, the runawayflag operators complete their "silver lining" by cutting seamen's wages to the bone— often back to the bare minimum levels eliminated by the rise of strong maritime unions nearly 30 years ago. There are solutions to the problem of runaway-flag operations. The SIU and the Maritime Trades Department of the AFLCIO have pointed out many times to the highest levels of government that a pos­ sible solution to the problem would be to remove the tax loopholes which make run­ away-flag operations so lucrative to the shipowner. This is one very promising solu­ tion to the problem. The basic spur to increasing runawayflag operations is simple greed. U.S. ship "operators remove their vessels from Ameri­ can registration and register them under the so-called "flags of convenience" to avoid the necessity of paying U.S. taxes and to avoid paying the decent wages and main­ taining the decent safety and working con­ ditions which have been brought about on ^. Nothing can be done however, until the U.S.-flag ships only after a long, hard fight government can be made to act—and up till by the U.S. maritime unions. now it has seemed that no force on earth This tax dodging is only one way in was capable of moving the supposedly which runaway-flag operations undermine responsible" departments of the government the security of the n.:;tion. More directly, it out of their lethargy and indifference. The undermines national security because it is SIU has maintained and will continue the problematical whether these vessels, regis­ struggle to get action to end this evil. �Pace Twelve SEAFARERS LOG September 18, 1964 Faced by perhaps the most critical issues since the 1930's, the AFLCIO unions are making a major effort to register every eligible voter in communities across the country. The SlU is playing a part in this very important effort. Typical of the SIU's participation in the AFLCIO voter registration drive is the highly successful role being played by the AFL-CIO unions in Hudson County, New Jersey, where the SIU Hall is the center of the current drive by the AFL-CIO's Commit­ tee on Political Education. Directing the COPE drive is G. P. McGinty, Regional Director of the SIU's Railway Marine Region. ] i < I I ( J I i 1 « < ] ] 1 f t c £ 1 % £ 1 I 1 f S I c i \ c Teams of union volunteers in the SIU Hall are seen going over lists of Hudson County citizens eligible to vote in coming elections so they can be visited by COPE canvassers and urged to register. £ Boarding stationwagon that will take them to canvassing areas are (left) Franklin Williams, Chairman of NAACP Voter Reg­ istration Committee, and (right) John Reilly,. coordinator of Hud­ son County COPE drive and William French, SIU member and volunteer driver. In photo left, Hudson County Senior citizens who are working to secure the passage of the Medicare Bill, get brought up to date on the legislation's progress in Con­ gress. The senior citizen's group has also lent substantial help to the COPE Registration drive. 1 I t f S s \ t r £ d I I A closer view of some of the COPE volunteers—which include many Seafarers—as they go over the country's voting lists to determine which eligible citizens have not been exercising their franchise. Sign car, with volunteer in the driver's seat, about to go on assignment among the Spanish-speaking residents of the area who make up part of the va­ ried population of Hudson County. Sign on car's rear window is in Spanish. �Beptember IS, 1964 SEAFARERS LOO Par« Tbirteca WSi By Al Tanner, Vice President and Fred Farnen, Secretary-Treasurer, Great Lakes Lakes Shipping Picture improves Shipping in Alpena remains steady with rated men still in demand. The membership was extremely active on distribution of campaign literature for the 1964 firimary elections. All members are urged to register and obtain absentee ballots and vote in the coming election and to encourage their family and friends to do likewise. Alpena's harbor improvement project which will cost an estimated $700 million has been approved by the Corps of Engineers. The project includes deepening the Harbor and River shipping channels and con­ struction of a 700 to 900 foot turning basin at the mouth of Thunder Bay River. The SIU Inland Boatmen's Union-contracted tug B. H. Becker (Becker Towing), took a real Visiting us the past week was Harry Tolzdorf, Wheelsman off the classic in tow recently when she docked the Norwegian sailing vessel Christian Radich at De­ Huron on vacation, and Manley Bedford, OS off the J. B. Ford on vaca­ troit. The 205-foot, all-steel, three-masted, square-rigger serves as a training ship for Nor­ tion, which they say is not long enough. Among those waiting for that wegian Merchant Marine cadets. Carrying 13,000 square feet of sail, the training ship's certain ship ,to fit out are Robert Allbright, Ken Noiles, Mike Phillips, complement includes a crew of' IO, six officers and 88 trainee cadets ranging in age from 15 Ken Lamb and Julian Budnlck. Among those convalescing are Leo to 18. Detroit played host to the sailing vessel for two days while thousands of visitors Derry, Jr. and Ted Purol. went aboard. We are sorry to have to report that Timothy Mousseau, winner of the 1964 SlU Scholarship, and son of Kenneth Mousseau, was severely injured in an auto accident. All the fellows in the port are pulling for Tim on his recovery. Within the last few weeks, ship­ Trainor and Sam Stawisky off the ping has improved considerably in Columbia, and Deszo Gazsi, Alton Buffalo. The Wm. H. Wolf is on Boyd and John Shortledge, who its way to Toledo to the shipyard rode the Ste, Clair all season. for its five-year inspection and is We recently signed a contract expected to be fitted out shortly with Pringle Barge Lines, which thereafter. operates two tugs and two barges Some of our Canadian Brothers on a steady shuttle-run between MIAMI — Gull Charlie is a good friend to have during the hurricane season. Gull are working on the American side Detroit- and Toledo. CrewmemCharlie is the Atlantic reconnaissance route flown regularly by Air Force hurricane hunters of the border on the ice boom bers ratified the contract and, in project, which is coming along on addition to a fine contract they during the hurricane season. At this time of year, during the hurricane season, when Gull schedule and, according to a re­ are now covered by the Job Secu­ Charlie talks, the east and'^cent report w|iich appeared in rity Program and the Seafarers gulf coasts and all the ships ferred to as "she" and are desig­ describe a hurricane was in a book the local Buffalo papers, it will Welfare Plan. nated alphabetically with female published in 1941 called, appro­ in the area listen. probably hasten the shipping sea­ Our river operations in Algonames — Agnes, Betty, Caroll, priately, Storm. At any rate the The hurricane watch is a com­ son next Spring. nac is now back in full force and bined military and civilian effort Dora, Ethel, etc. The same names practice became common in WW Shipping Normal will be servicing the membership credited with saving many lives are used every four years, but if a II and the official method in Shipping has cooled oft here in via the service launches "Speedy and millions of dollars in prop­ particular storm is severe enough, 1953. As mentioned before, there Detroit: however, this is normal Marlene" and "SIUNA II" from erty damage since it was started the name is retired for a 10 year are four permanent lists. this time of year as most of the now until lay-up. after WW II. The Air Force's Air period. As a point of information, Provided sufficient warning, seniority men are now back to The voting of Union Officers Weather Service flies more than there are no names used beginning with hatches battened down, ships work after taking their regular for the Great Lakes District is six million miles a year over reg­ with Q, U, X, Y or Z. are usually able to ride out these season vacations. now over and the duly elected ular routes and employs more than Why Women? storms. Damage along the coast is The Bob-Lo Company had an­ election committee is hard at work 11,000 military and civilian perHow hurricanes began to be often heavy however, from flood­ other record breaking year carry­ tallying the ballots, the results sonel in three weather centrals, 14 designated by female names is an ing of coastal lands by the sea ing passengers from Detroit to of which will be published in the forecast centers, 36 forecasting unanswered question. Originally and from heavy winds. Much dam­ Bob-Lo Island. According to re­ Seafarers LOG. stations. 57 observing stations and they were named for the saint on age is also caused by flooding ports we received, the Amusement We expect several Atlantic & 192 observing-forecasting stations whose feast day the hurricane from rainfall, which often meas­ Island played host to more than Gulf SIU vessels in the Lakes be­ in 28 countries and islands around occured. Those In the know say ures more than 30 inches near the one million people 'for the three fore the season closes. The first the world. the first use of a girl's name to center of the storm. month season from Memorial Day three are Waterman ships—Yaka, Hurricane Center through Labor Day. The Bob-Lo Maiden Creek and Hastings. We A great deal of activity is cen­ Company, which operates the SIU- recently signed on the City of tered in Miami at the national manned Columbia and Ste. Clair, Aima and the Fairport, also of hurricane center, which is staffed carried more than 800,000 passen­ Waterman SS Co. by Weather Bureau specialists gers to the Island and on Moon­ Shipping remains steady in Du- working closely with the Air light cruises. luth for all ratings. AB's are Force's Weather Service. Here's WASHINGTON—SlU-contracted Calmar Steamship Line Bob-Lo Island boasts some of needed in this port as jobs in the what happens when a tropical has completed its ship exchange program with the Maritime the most exciting amusement rides deck depai-tment are coming in storm is spotted. First the center goes on a 24- Administration and has come away with six C - 4 former in the world. In addition to the steadily. We are looking for por­ rides, there is a beautiful marina ters and firemen. The primary hour, watch. The staff is increased troopships from the reserve that can accommodate 100 pleasure elections for County and State in by some 30 percent and all vaca­ fleet in exchange for older in the company's regular trade boats and there is talk that the the Port of Duluth are over and tions are canceled. Data begins to wartime-built Liberty ships from Philadelphia and Baltimore marina will be expanded to ac­ in District 60, Arne Wanvick led. come in by radio from Air Force to Long Beach, San Francisco, commodate 200 boats. A 100-room the ticket. He is a very good and Navy reconnaissance planes. traded in by the company. Portland and Seattle, carrying The C-4s have 50 percent more motel is now on the drawing friend of labor. This data is gathered largely by cargo space than the traded in steel and general cargo west­ boards and some people are even Dave Turn bu 11 was off the dropsondes, which are weather- Libertys (15,000 deadweight-ton bound and lumber from Califcp:talking about a race track being Frank Taplin on a vacation relief. sensing devices dropped by para­ nia, Washington and Oregon eastbuilt on the island sometime in Dave is a citizens band radio op- chute into the center of the storm. to 10,800 tons), with a speed of bound. 17 knots compared with about 11 the future. ertor and he took his radio back The dropsonde contains a minia­ Calmar traded in 10 older war­ Some of the old-timers now on on the Taplin with him. His call ture radio transmitter which sends knots for the Liberty ships. time-built Libertys for the six Conversion of the former the beach are Bill Cowan, Henry numbers are KLF0.022, so if any­ back temperature, pressure and C-4's. troopships for use in the interone has a band, give him a call position readings. Until it hits The bids were In and many of when the Taplin is in your area. land, the storm is tracked by air­ coastal trade is presently under Our old standby relief, Lou Little, planes. Later the tracking is way. Calmar's Investment in the the vessels were already allocat­ is still around and one of our old- handled by shore based radar in­ ship swap plus the cost of the ed when the MA changed the conversion work on the C-4s is evaluation policy toward the timers, Tommy Dunne, is still giv­ stallations. expected to cost the company over C-4's early this year, boosting the Issues Warnings ing a hand when needed. Earl Arcost of acquiring and converting seneau, full book Second Cook Well armed with reports on $20 million. the vessels by about $300,000 per Conversion work on the vessels registered on the Board, is in the temperature, pressure, humidity, hospital for a checkup. We all winds, cloud structures and other to ready them to enter the do­ vessel. wish Earl a clean bill of health. The SIU hit the MA revalua­ technical data, the Miami center mestic trade includes installation issues four advisories on the storm of dehumidification and heating tion as a plan to destroy the ex­ The SIU is sanding four men to "the Electrical Engineering daily for civilian use, 12 and 24- facilities in the cargo areas, change program. Ship operators School at LaGrange, Illinois at hour forecasts to the Navy and the lengthening some hatches to 75 also objected to the revaluation company's expense. The first class Air Force, and dally outlooks for feet, and the installation of new because they feel it does not take cargo-handling equipment includ­ into consideration the large out­ started September 10. Those who the Defense Department. A "depression" or low pressure ing two 23-ton cranes. lay the companies must make to are attending are Edward Ward, Calmar expects the first con­ convert the ships. Harry Johnson, Frank Chorley area becomes a storm officially and Karl Kage. The Roen Steam­ when Its counterclockwise winds verted vessel to be delivered in The six vessels assigned to Cal­ ship Company's Tug John Purves reach 40 miles an hour. When the November. The full conversion mar are the former Generals and Barge Lillian laid up in Stur­ winds reach 75 miles an hour, she program is expected to be com­ H. L. Scott, G. O. Squier, Omar geon Bay on September 9. The becomes a hurricane officially. pleted near March of 1965. The Bundy, J. R. Brooke, T. H. Bliss Tug Purves may fit out again. Like ships, hurricanes are re­ converted vessels will be assigned and O. H. Ernst. Gull Charlie-Early Warniiig Against Hurricane Danger Calmar Gets Six C-4s; Conversion Work Begun �Paee Foarteen SEAFARERS By Joseph B. Logue, MD. Medical Director Health Benefits In Fresh Food 0 LOG Sepienber 18, 1864 Medicare Bill Stymied; AMA Unwraps Big Guns The AFL-CIO has warned America's union members of a "million dollar propaganda campaign" reported ready to be launched by the American Medical Association in opposition to health care for the aged through social security. Meanwhile, the fate of the"^' bill is uncertain in this session We expect the ads will follow Second, clip out each AMA ad the pattern of previous AMA of Congress, where it has been campaigns—shot full of distortion, and send it to us. Report each ad Accordingr to the Health Bulletin of recent date, how • person's health may be associated with the food he chooses to eat Is becoming a fertile field for investigation. A study recently completed by Dr. Purnell Benson, head of Consumer and Personnel Studies, Inc., Madison, N.J. showed that selection of modern processed food may be related to consumer sickness. Financed by the Soil and Health referred to a joint conference misrepresentation and innuendo, you see on TV. We need to build Foundation of Emmaus, Pa., the study surveyed the food selection committee of both houses. charging the bill interferes with up a complete record for those of 700 farm and small town residents living between Reading and In a letter to the 819 AFL-CIO doctor-patient relationships, at members of Congress who sup- • Lancaster, Pa. Interviewers asked many questions about the type of state and city central labor bod great and needless cost to the port the hospital insurance pro­ food eaten by subjects in the previous 24 hour period. Questions about ies in the United States, Nelson taxpayers. This, of course, is non­ gram. their state of health were asked also. Cruikshank, Director of the AFL- sense, but it cannot be allowed to Meanwhile, of course, be sure The data was processed on an electronic computer and advanced CIO's. Social Security Depart­ go unchallenged. there is a steady flow of letters, techniques were used to attempt to insulate findings from the effect ment, called attention to newspa Strike Back telegrams and phone calls to the of extraneous variables. According to Dr. Benson, the most significant per reports that the AMA planned We in the labor movement can­ Senators and Representatives conclusion produced was that people who ate farm-fresh foods visited a television-newspaper advertis their doctors less often than people who ate foods purchased from ing campaign aimed at defeating not match the million-dollar out­ from your area. Time is short. The House may stores. Foods significantly associated with less frequent visits to the the Senate-passed hospital care lay of the AMA, but we can reply doctor included raw fruits and vegetables, home grown potatoes, home for the aged provision. He noted in other ways. This is what we have already acted on the mea­ sure which passed the Senate last urge you to do: raised meat, home raised fish, dark bread and milk. that House action on the measure First, answer each AMA ad as week. If this desperately-needed In explaining his findings. Dr.. Benson 'theorizes that those who is possible in mid-September. program is to become law at last, expect to eat what they grow may make less use of dangerous insecti­ Cruikshank told the union or­ soon as it appears by a statement, cides. Contaminants or additives introduced during commercial han­ ganizations it was anticipated that press release or in whatever way we must throw our full resources dling of food are absent. Also, higher nutrient values go with greater the AMA would place ads in daily is most suitable in your locality. into the fight right now. The proposed anti - medicare fieshness of foods, Benson contends. Purpose of the study was not newspapers in cities of more than Write to the newspaper, or TV to demonstrate iron-clad cause and effect relationships but to show 100,000 population and in more station, pointing out the errors drive by the AMA comes on the in the ad and pointing up the heels of the first big breakthrough liie type of information that can be obtained by applying computer than 7,000 weekly newspapers. truth about the hospital care pro­ for the Social Security hospital techniques to food selection studies. Copies of Dr. Benson's com­ "We expect the ads will follow plete report can be obtained from The Soil and Health Foundation, the pattern of previous AMA cam gram. Ask others in the commu­ care bill in Congress. The 49 to Emmaus, Pa. paigns — shot full of distortion nity to do the same. Truth is on 44 vote for medicare in the Sen­ Dr. H. Kraut, Director of the Max-Planck Institute for Nutrition misrepresentation and innuendo, our side. Just tell the facts about ate was applauded by labor, which Physiology in Dortmund, Germany, also concludes that many house­ he declared, "charging the bill in­ the needs of the aged in your own has given its full support to the Administration measure. wives are failing to provide the right type of food for their families. terferes with doctor-patient rela area. He reported recently that his studies of the food intake of individual tionships, at great and needless families revealed "a striking shortage not only in the balance of cost to the taxpayers. one or two nutrients, but with many nutrients and often with all "This, of course, is nonsense, nutrients." He notes that housewives are today accustomed to making but it cannot be allowed to go food selections according to taste preferences, without realizing that unchallenged," said Cruikshank. food manufacturers now have the ability to make all foods taste good, The AFL-CIO letter urged each even though they may be of low or undesirable nutritional value. group to answer the AMA ads as Reporting on his study in the German newspaper Kieler Nachrichten, soon as they appeared by a state­ By Col Tanner, Executive Vice-President Dr. Kraut states that housewives guilty of poor meal planning pro­ ment or a press release. He said vided far less milk, cheese, meat, fish, whole wheat bread, potatoes, the labor movement could not vegetables and fruit than the more successful diet planners. He "match the million-dollar outlay noted that some families simply lived on the type of food that happened of the AMA," but he urged union Attempts by railroad operators to drive their competitors out of to be in season in their area, without regard to balancing the diet. leaders to "write to the newspa­ business are hardly new in U.S. history. Typical tactics used by the Recently, Health Bulletin reported that Dr. Frederick Kilander, dean per or TV station pointing out of the graduate school of Wagner College in New York and former the errors in the ad and pointing rail interests include discriminatory rate cutting or all-out legislative professor of health education at New York University, made the up the truth about the hospital support for new laws that can cripple other forms of competing same point. "Housewives make their choices on the basis of food care program," he stated. "Truth,' transportation. The latest wrinkle in this sordid record of attempted legislative preferences first and only secondly on nutritional value," Dr. Kilander he added, "is on our side." destruction of their competition by the railroad lobbyists is full-blown said. Using taste to guide them, housewives are coming home with The text of Cruikshank's letter support for a bill which would put a new user tax on all fuels utilized more and more sweets, high starch and other high calorie foods follows; by inland water carriers. Inland water operators know that if passed, the same foods responsible for the American overweight problem with This is a warning of a new, this levy could very well drive them out of business, thus leaving its resultant diseases, Kilander said. million dollar propaganda cam­ the bulk of freight business to the railroads.. paign about to launched. The user tax bill, which is now before Congress, was first set forth According to reliable newspa­ in President's budget message of January 21st. It was formally per reports, the American Medt- submitted to the legislative mill by Secretary of the Treasury Douglas cal Association will spend that Dillon and would Impose a two-cent-per-gallon tax on fuels used on the EXAMS THIS PERIOD: June 1 - June 30, 1964 amount on a new advertising inland vessels having a maximum 4Port Seamen Wives Children TOTAL campaign against hospital insur­ draft of 15 feet or less. Baltimore 161 34 17 212 lic assets. Young also commented ance for the aged as part of So­ Inland waterway operators have on this barely camouflaged assist Houston 187 14 16 217 cial Security. bitterly protested this so-called Mobile 78 4 13 95 These ads, the reports say, will user" tax which, they claim, will to the nation's railroads in their New Orleans 283 14 18 315 be placed in daily newspapers in eventually drive them out of ex­ attempt to get the lion's share of New York 587 45 22 654 every city of 100,000 or more, in istence. The operators charge that the nation's freight business. He Philadelphia 202 36 19 257 some 7,000 weekly newspapers, the new levy will boost their fuel told the Senate that the proposed and on whatever television sta­ costs by about 20 percent. It is bill would "severely dislocate • es­ tablished competitive and commu­ TOTAL 1,498 147 105 1,750 tions will accept them. obvious to people who know the nity relationships and discourage inland barge business that a economic growth. Inflicting serious healthy increase in operating costs, hardships on communities in de­ such as this, could mean the cru­ pressed areas whose future pros­ cial margin of remaining solvent. pects depend directly on full de­ The operators have pointed out velopment of their water re­ that while the first application of sources." the tax would be on boats operat­ Young concluded with an appeal ing on the country's rivers, there to his fellow-senators to preserve WASHINGTON—Proposals in Congress to impose a so-called "user" charge on fuel is nothing to prevent the same the economic life of the country's used by U.S. inland waterway carriers, a proprosal which would tip the scales of inland taxes from being applied to harbor inland waterway system. "Let us cargo competitions sharply in favor of the railroads, has been blasted on the floor of the craft and deep sea vessels eventu­ not hamper the use of oiu- lakes, Senate by Senator Stephen ally. If this fuel tax were to be rivers and all waterways by our Pointing out that such a tax on Ways and Means Committee. The extended, it would be another people whether engaged in busi­ Young (D.-O.). by Senator Young major drawback in the U.S. fleet's ness or using their waterways for Imposition of taxes of tariffs waterway carriers would dis­ statement marked the first formal political long struggle for survival. recreation and pleasure," he said. courage waterway use and waste "of any sort" on inland water The first major defense of the statement of opposition to the Other segments of the trans­ carries would be "unconscionable" priceless public assets. Young inland water carrier industry came proposal and promises a hard fight portation industry also are facing Young told his Senate colleagues. charged that such a tax would also recently when Senator Stephen the threat of new "user" taxes by He was referring to an administra­ "severely dislocate established against the bill in Congress. Passage of the proposal would Young (D-Ohio) declared that taxes the government. The Administra­ tion backed proposal by Treasury competitive and community rela­ give a big boost to the nation's or tariffs of any sort on inland tion has already asked Congress to Secretary Douglas Dillion which tionships and discourage economic railroads at the expense of the in­ water operators would be "uncon­ extend the current five percent would assess a two-cent-per-gallon growth, inflicting serious hard­ land waterway carriers. It has long scionable." In a long speech on the excise tax on amounts paid for air fuel tax on inland barge lines. ships on communities in depressed been the device of the railroads to Senate floor. Young stated that Waterway , carriers have been areas whose future prospects de­ eliminate water competition by user tolls on inland waterways passenger traffic and has also re­ quested a five percent air freight strongly opposed to any such tax pend directly on full development selective rail rate cutting which would represent a reversal of long­ tax. Observers in Washington also and have said so loudly. The rail­ of their water resources." forced the water carriers out of standing policy. expect that Congress will be as'^ed roads have of course lined up ..Lengthy debate over the pro's business and then allowed the The Ohio senator charged that if to hike truck use taxes when th? strongly behind the bill which and con's of the user tax proposal railroads to raise the rates once the tax were imposed, it would would place them at a-competitive is expected during the next ses­ more to any level th^ pleased, weaken the use of the nation's Treasury Department completes i s review of the nation's highway pi* advantage... sion of . Congress in the House without fear of competition. waterways and waste priceless pub­ gram. Inland Carriers Fight 'User Tax' SlU C/fnic £xofns—A// Ports Viaterway 'User' Tax Proposal Blasted On Floor Of Senate I �September 18, 1964 MEAFARERS LOG Pare Fiffeea SBAFARBRS POBTS OP THE WOKLD Abidjan Is the capital city of the free republic of the Ivory Coast. One of the largest and best ports of the West African Coast since the port was opened In 1951, It has become a ma­ jor trading and commercial center for the interior of equa­ torial Africa. The city Is a regular port of call for the ships of the Delta Lines, and will be visited by Seafarers that are sailing aboard the Del Valle which will be docking in the beautiful Ebrie Lagoon on Sept. 23. Located on_ a small promentory that juts into the Ebrie Lagoon, Abidjan is linked to its southern quarters on an is­ land In the lagoon by means of a long bridge. The Ivory Coast was at one time a geographical division of the French colony of French West Africa. Abidjan be­ came the capital city of the Ivory Coast in 1934, when it was decided to locate a long sought for port in the Ebrie Lagoon at that city to meet the rail terminal which links the coastal areas to the many island cities. In order to locate a port at Abidjan, it was necessary to first cut-the huge sandbar that forms the ocean side of the lagoon. The project was begun in 1937 and completed in 1951. The canal, named the Vridi, is 2 miles long, 49 feet deep and 400 yards wide. The entrance to the canal from the ocean is well protected by a log rock breakwater. The city of Abidjan reflects the European influence of the French and is laid out with broad avenues lined with tall trees, which crisscross the highly industrialized metropolis. Gardened squares dot the city. Around these squares is growing a modern city, built mostly by the government to house the necessary govern­ mental offices and courts of a growing young republic. The city is the industrial and commercial center of the portion of the West African coast which extends almost due 'east and west. Since the Ivory Coast achieved its independ­ ence in 1960, industries have grown around the city which include large sawmills, soap manufacturing facilities, and breweries. Abidjan is located just a few degrees from the equator, and has four seasons each year, which include the greater rainy and dry seasons and the lesser rainy and dry seasons. _ Seafarers visiting this port can take tours of the city, using either bus^or cab. There are also several large parks, ex­ hibits and museums of which the city residents are proud. Of course, the market place, in the city's southern quar­ ters, is a favorite spot for a keen-eyed Seafarer looking for a bargain in the form of some intricately carved ivory, or some carved hardwood artistically shaped into a local god or devil. An esrial view of the port of Abidjan on the Ebrle Lagoon shows the excellence anchorage facilities that have made it a major trading and commercial center in West Africa. r 'S W V \ Abidjan, capital of the republic of the Ivory Coast, reflects the influence of the French who formerly controlled it as part of French West Africa. Pictured above is Place Lapalud which is surrounded by government buildings, business establishments and apartments. The Ivory Coast government has financed the construction of more than 4,000 homes such as the ones above. These dwellings house the government workers who provide the man­ power for the offices, courts and other services of the growing young republic. J W • Seafarers sailing on Delta Line ships are regular visitors to the port of Abidjan. The Del Aires, seen above, is shown unloading a typical cargo of heavy machinery and textiles. I �MMBtarIC SMi IOC Face SIzteea Sponsored By PropeJler Club flmw OriMM Mmmtershlp Mmmlliis Merchant Marin# Conference To Discuss Maritime Woes "A New Look at the Merchant Marine" will be the chief topic of the Propeller Club's annual American Merchant Marine Conference to be held at the end of September. The selection of the topic pear at one of the sessions to was promulgated by recent defend the Government's attitude, developments in the maritime and a speaker for the government industry, most of them harmful in some way or other to U.S.-flag shipping. Some of the other recent de­ velopments that will be discussed by the Club's conference are the controversy between the various steamship conferences and the Federal Maritime Commission over more stringent regulation of seaborne freight rates, and the investigation by Senator Paul Douglas (D.-Ill.) and a Joint con­ gressional committee, on supposed disparities between export and im­ port rates on the same com­ modities. Lunch at World's Fair The bulk of the Conference's business will be done at the Wal­ dorf-Astoria in New York between September 30 and October 2. A highlight of the convention will be, however, a luncheon at the World's Fair. John M. Will, form­ er commander of the Navy's Mili­ tary Sea Transport Service and now a shipping executive, will give the main address on the role of shipping subsidies and their rela­ tion to the national defense. Mr. Johnson of the MA will ap- , LBrkMk^av.., side from the Federal Maritiihe Commission is also expected. According to John Hilly, presi­ dent of Bush Terminal and con­ vention chairman, the forum will be one of the liveliest ever held at the annual conferences. Maritime service organizations, such as insurance for shipping, banking and freight forwarding will be the subject of the first forum. Henry W. Farnums, vicepresident of the Insurance Com­ pany of North America, is one of the speakers. Congress' views on recent mari­ time legislation will be discussed by Representative John M. Murphy (D.-N.Y.). The broad problem of subsidies will be taken up by a panel of shipping officials. A broad panel discussion will take place on the lot of unsubsidized shipping, and the final con­ ference on closing day will take up the problems of inland water carriers. In a related development. The Propeller Club declared their con­ tinued opposition to any govern­ ment cutbacks on the Marine Hos­ pitalization Program, declaring that a strong American merchant marine means the necessity of having seafarers in good health. The hospital program for seamen is supported by maritime labor. Government and shipping groups. Regular monthly membership meeting held recently at New Orleans brought out a capacity crowd -of Seafarers, part of whidi It shown here during discussion of good and welfare. Anti-Union Views Aired By Florida Bail road Boss WASHINGTON—The feudal baron of the Alfred I. duPont estate and the strike-bound Florida East Coast Railway had his day before a Congressional Committee—and it may take a while for some of the members to recover. They received firsthand from Edward Ball, a trustee to the railroad, include 31 banks, tended that his power complex of the duPont estate and mas­ a major paper company and vast was small indeed, compared to the termind of the antiunion policies of the Florida railroad, an indoc­ trination into 19tti century econ­ omics and philosophy. Th House Banking and Cur­ rency Committee called Ball to testify on a bill introduced by Chairman Wright Patman (D. Tex.) to require the duPont estate to divest itself of its numerous busi­ ness operations which, in addition real estate holdings. Leon Kyserling, former chair­ man of the President's Council of Economic Advisers, had estimated that the entire industrial complex controlled by the estate was worth about $2 billion, mostly concen­ trated in Florida. To Ball, however, this is a "small leaf" being harassed by the Federal Government. He con- unions. Ball was mad at Sen. William Proxmire (D.-Wis.) for saying on the floor of the Congress that the duPont estate, itself, did not pay any Federal taxes. He cited the thousands of dollars paid by the entire complex. It took lengthy questioning by Patman to get Ball to admit that the estate, alone, did not pay any taxes—which is what ProxmiiT had said all along. The bitter Florida railroad strike, now in its 18th month, was the subject of a number of ques­ tions for Ball. He flatly rejected the suggestion of several Committee members that a Presidential panel be named to resolve the issues. Said Ball: "No management of any company should be left in the hands of dis­ interested persons." He accused the unions of un­ willingness to negotiate on a giveand-take basis, yet flatly stated that he would never permit a striker to take the job of a strike­ breaker. Ball didn't try to cover up his philosophy that men have the right to strike ("walk off the Job") but management has the right to break the strike. One full morning of the hearing was occupied when the Tfi-year-old Ball insistd on reading every word of a 74-page statement, although Patman had lu-ged him to Insert it in the record and answer,questions, as most witnesses do. Representative Robert G. Ste­ phens (D.-Ga.) said that he was "confused." Representative Rich­ ard T. Hanna (D. Calif.) Inferred that Ball was a sly old "fox" and that as far as be was concerned be was "greatly entertained but not too enlightened." By SIDNEY MARGOLIUS rebates or discounts. Another important saving is provided by the Savings On 'Property Insurance' "homeowner" policies now available in most states. Recently a family bought a house and arranged for property There are several kinds of homeowner policies, but they usually insurance from the company that had provided the mortgage. Later comibine a number of different types of coverage, formerly provided the family discovered it .could buy the same insurance from another by separate policies, into one policy. Basically, fire, windstorm and large company for 35 per cent less. But with one pretext or another other "extended coverage" is combined with burglary insurance and the mortgage company refused to accept the other firm's insurance. comprehensive personal liability insurance. Finally it did agree to accept a policy from a third company that gave •The liability insurance is very important but often neglected by at least a discount of 10 per cent from standard rates. homeowners. Liability insurance covers you against a damage suit Many homeowners are in this position. They took out fire or other by a visitor accidentally injured on your premises or by your family property insurance through a mortgage lender or real-estate dealer even while away from home. without comparing rates. Sometimes they even bought insurance By combining these several kinds of insurances into one policy, this way in the mistaken belief that they had to do so to get the the homeowner's policy provides broader protection at less cost than mortgage. And because insurance payments often are lumped in with if you bought these policies separately. mortgage and tax payments, in a single monthly payment, families A number of insurance companies now also offer « "tenant's sometimes may not realize the full cost. Thus, many families pay policy," similar to the homeowner policy but without the insurance more than necessary, and also tend to underinsure their homes or on the dwelling itself. leave large gaps in their Insurance protection. There are several types of homeowner policies, called "A," "B" or Today a trend to keener competition among insurance companies "C," or as they are called in some states and by some companies, and the development of more comprehensive policies have provided "1," "2," or "3." In the "Homeowner's A" policy, usually the contents increased opportunities to reduce this expense or get more complete of yoiu- home are insured at 40 per cent of the insurance on the coverage at little or even no more cost. house itself. For example, if you carry ^14,000 of insurance on your There are three major ways to save on property insurance. For house, the contents automatically are insured for $5,600. The insur­ one, many mutual companies and other rate-deviating insurers offer ance covering "off-the-premises" losses is set at 5 per cent; or, in this example, $700. The comprehensive personal liability insurance is set at $10,000 for damages arising from lawsuits because of Injuries, and $250 for medical payments. Other coverages similarly are set at percentages of the insurance on the house. However, if you feel you need more insurance against some risks, you usually can add a rider increasing those coverages. Some mortgage lenders may require that you take out the "B" version of the homeowner's policy, which gives protection against, QiilitliigSiiip? additional hazards at a higher cost. The "C" version covers practically all risks but is very expensive and sometimes hard to get. Notify llftloii But while a lender can require you to have a "B" policy, keep in A reminder from SIU head­ mind that he can't tell you where to buy it. quarters cautions all Seafarers The third important way to save Is io take the largest "deductible" leaving their ships to contact provision you feel safe with, and that your state laws permit. For the hall in ample time to allow example, various companies may permit you to buy a homeowner's -the Union to dispatch a replace­ policy in which you pay the first $50 or $100 of damage, or even the ment. Failure to give notice be­ first $250. In such policies, you would have to give up minor claims fore paying off may cause a de­ as for a cigarette burn on a rug. But you protect -yourself against layed sailing, force the ship to the real risks that you could not insure yourself, which is the only sail short of the manning re­ valid reason for insurance, and the savings are considerable. quirements and needlessly make For example, taking a $100-deductlble policy instead of a full the work tougher for your ship­ coverage can save as much as 25 per cent of the cost of the home­ mates. owner insurance. �September 18, 1964 SEAFARERS Page Seventeea LOG Radiation Treatment Of Fish To Create Wider Sales Areas By Fred Stewart & Ed Mooney Headquarters Representatives GLOUCESTER, Mass.—An innovation in the processing and preservation of seafood products is scheduled to get underway here this month which promises eventually to greatly enlarge the market for fresh seafood to include the central portion of the U.S. and help SiU Safety Program Gets Results The subject of shipboard safety has always been of top importance the U.S. fishing industry meet the growing competition from longer. The longer lasting quali­ kills many of the bacteria within to every member of the Seafarers International Union. Not oniy have foreign trawlers operating in ties of the irradiated fish, it is It. No radioactivity is produced Seafarers made reguiated safety measures one of their major con­ in the food by the process. Preserves Flavor The radiation process does not remove the need to refrigerate the food, but goes a long way to­ ward insuring its freshness and greatly extending its "shelf life," thus enlarging the marketing area for it. It has been found, for in­ stance, that the storage lifetime of Pacific crabmeat can be ex­ tended from seven days to 35 by the use of the radiation process with no loss in quality of flavor. THULE, Greenland—Seafarers who think it's a tough job The Gloucester plant, which I chipping ice from the decks of their ships during the winter will be operated by the Bureau I should consider the plight of the icebreakers assigned the task of Commercial Fisheries of the 1 of keeping the ship supply routes to Thule open during the Interior Department, is designed summer. to process about a ton an hour During the winter no attempt is made to keep the sea lanes of flounder and haddock. How­ I to America's northernmost military base open. This year however, ever clams, oysters, erab and 1 it proved to be a pretty tough job even in the summer. shrimp are also to be experi­ Two Navy and coast guard icebreakers, the Atka and the mented with. i Westwind, are assigned to the fight against the summer ice, which A floating radiation processing . usually starts early in July and ends late in September. For the plant is scheduled for dedication rest of the year you couldn't budge the ice with dynamite. Normally, when the resupply of the base begins, the summer : sometime next year which it is ; sun has reduced the intervening ice to the point where the big, I hoped will help to meet the com­ ^ specially equipped icebreakers can get through easily, with the i petition exerted by foreign fish­ ing fleets working the Grand I supply ships following. This year however, both vessels, equipped Banks accompanied by process­ I with welded double hulls with over an inch and a half thick steel I plating have had a real job on their hands battering their way ing ships which freeze the fish as ' through. soon as it is caught. On many occasions, they had to face ice fields as thick as 1 Although there has been a i four to six feet. On one occasion, getting a supply vessel through| great deal of experin>entation with I to the base required clearing a path through 250 miles of ice 1 radiation treatment for food, only that averaged four feet thick. To complicate matters, at some! a few products have been ap­ ij places along the route ice floes collided and overlapped, doubling proved for general consumption I up to as much as 15 feet in thickness. The icebreakers, with special in the U.S.—among these canned ice-crushing notches on the bottom of their prows, are designed bacon and wheat products. to slice through ice floes of six to nine feet. In addition to the unusually heavy summer ice, fog, heavy snow and cold Arctic winds also hanmered the operation. The 250 mile trip took nine days to compete. A possible shifting of the Greenland Current, which helps to I naelt the ice, and the exceptionally cold winter and spring weather last year are blamed for creating this summer's deep freeze. or near U.S. waters. This month a plant opens in Gloucester which emiploys radia­ tion to kill bacteria which cause spoilage. The process will make fish, clams and other seafood not only taste fresher when it reaches the consumer's table but also last hoped, will bring about heater consumiption of fresh fish. The radiation used in such processing is discharged by cobalt 60. In the processing the fish is first packaged to prevent the en­ try of outside bacteria and is then given a dose of radiation that U.S. Icebreakers At Thuie Have One Of Worst Years Yet Bill Offers Bait To Lure Medicos To Small Towns WASHINGTON—Ninety-nine U.S. cotinties haven't the services of a physician, Senator Norris Cotton (R-N.H.) de­ clared as he argued for a bill that would offer incentive to young dentists and doctors to"^ ' ^ settle in communities that service often must depend on men who are 65 years of age or need them most. • Cotton was interviewed with Senator Quentin N. Burdick (DN.D.) on Washington Reports to the People, AFL-CTO public ser­ vice program heard on more than 700 radio stations. Burdick said the situation is extremely serious in his state of North Dakota. "We have 7 or 8 cities, medium sized, without a doctor of any kind," he declared. "When some­ one becomes ill or is stricken with an attack, all he can get Is first aid, and then travel 100 or 200 miles in an ambulance. It means death in some cases." Cotton explained, the bill would grant a forgiveness of 10 percent a year, up to fiVe year, of the loan provided dental and medical stu­ dents under the Health Profes­ sions Educational Act if the young man or woman settles in a com­ munity designated as in special need of such service. Both senators pointed out that the situation in rural areas is growing worse, since most medical and dental graduates today settle in metropolitan areas. Small com­ munities that now have medical older. Cotton said a survey showed that 11 counties in Nebraska have no doctors; 60 towns in the state have no doctors, 10 have one, and 30 doctors over 65 years old. The situation is growing worse, he asserted, since people fear to live in a community that does not have a doctor. "You can't get people to buy old faiin houses or stay in them," he smiled. "Wealthy people don't want to take over an old farm house as a summer home or permanent residence anymore, since one of the first things they ask is the availability of medical care." Small communities, as in North Dakota, are most desirable loca­ tions for living, Burdick declared. The measure was originally a part of the Health Provisions Edu­ cation Act, which authorizes loans to doctors, dentists and nurses to help them through college. As it stands now, as a separate bill, it would forgive up to 50 percent of the loan if the dentists and doctors settled in designated small towns and rural areas. Reds Plan Two Atomic Icebreakers GENEVA — The Russians will build two atomic-powered ice­ breakers to join the one they al­ ready have, the Soviet delegate to the UN's International Conference on the Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy announced here. The delegate, A. M. Petrosyants, chairman of the Soviet's atom energy committee, said his coun­ try would concentrate on building more icebreakers rather than nuclear-powered merchant ships. He said his nation's decision to confine atomic power afloat to ice­ breakers, however, was the result of special problems faced by the communist country, a great' part of whose coastline is icebound much of the year. He said it was more practical to build atomic icebreak­ ers because such ships were con­ stantly on the move and had need of the tremendous cruising ranges offered by nuclear power. Mer­ chant ships, he said, which must constantly load and unload car­ goes, and are consequently able to refuel regularly, would not ben­ efit from atom power that much. The Soviet icebreaker • Leni.n, built several years ago, was the first atomic-powered vessel in the world. It has seen constant serv­ ice keeping Soviet arctic shipping moving from harbor to harbor through the ice. The first of the new Russian ice­ breakers will go into service in 1971, the second to follow shortly thereafter. The new icebreakers will each have two reactors to drive the engines. The Lenin has three. The new reactors will be so reliable, Petrosyants said, that only two will be needed. cerns, but they do everything in their power to make sure nothing is left to chance in this vital area. The results achieved through the SIU safety program have been Impressive. For instance, the U.S. Coast Guard has declared that American merchant marine vessels have now become the safest in the world. Proof of this accomplishment is the number of safety award plaques that have been received and are prominently displayed aboard countless SIU ships. The achievements of the SIU safety program didn't come about overnight. Unfortunately, it took years of ship disasters before a turning point was reached. After losing too many ships and seamen through needlessly unsafe practices, the Union and the Federal Government began to enforce protective measures and reforms in the construction of vessels and their operation. SIU members were also doing their share to insure the proper standards of safety were maintained. Union crewmembers continuously insist that necessary repairs be given prompt and speedy attention to make sure that they sail on safe ships. The SIU Safety Department op­ Although every SIU member is erates as part of the Seafarers constantly reminded through the Welfare Plan and has been in op­ LOG and other Union literature eration for several years. Offi­ that "An SIU ship is a safe ship," cials of the department have es- the Safety Department has been tablisihed advisory relationships established as a joint-undertaking, between the Union and the com­ with the Welfare plan, but has panies, with personnel on vessels established its own identity by directly concerned with safety, turning this slogan into reality. and with various agencies in the In addition to its information maritime industry specifically program the SIU Safety Depart­ dealing with the promotion of ment also engages in the follow­ better safety. ing activities: Safety Facts • To assure competitive inter­ After analyzing safety statistics est in safety among crews, a based on accident reports fur­ certificate of award has been pre­ nished by the companies for the pared and presented to those past several years, the Union vessels meeting the department's Safety Department has come to standards and requirements. two basic conclusions: • A letter from the department 1. Lost-time accidents occur­ ring aboard ship represent one was sent out to every SIU ship out of every three accidents re­ requesting a survey be taken among crewmembers to get their ported. 2. One out of every five acci­ ideas and suggestions to improve dents reported took place while the safety program. In addition the crewmember was on "off the survey determined how often safety meetings are held, and how duty" status. the safety program in working out Safety department officials re­ on individual ships. The letter gard these two conclusions as the also stressed the importance of areas wihere their efforts must submitting safety meeting minutes be directed. However, it will take to the safety chairman. the cooperation of every member • A centralized permanent file of the Union if they are to make has been established on every SIU any progress in their campaign. The Safety Department also i vessel. which contains j . correspond. *. in,portn„t by 1"?, ''I!.,!"''"":"™';, checking accident reports. They meeting minutes, etc. Regular can learn the major areas aboard checks are made of this file peri­ odically to determine whether ship where accidents occur, the safety meetings are being held. ratings of the men involved, the This checking permits department areas of the body commonly in­ personnel to keep up direct con­ jured and other significant data. tact with the vessels. These investigations by the de­ • Regular visits to vessels have partment are all aimed at one very important objective: to re­ become an integral part of the duce the potential for accidents department's program. These and injuries with the intent of visits help establish personal con­ avoiding their recurrence wher­ tact and discussio'n of important safety matters with tlie ship and ever possible. In order to achieve this objec­ company personnel. • An extensive information ex­ tive, the Safety Department has created a four-fold program change program has been devel­ which is summed uip by the word oped to keep up to date on tlm "L-I-V-E." Each letter of this latest safety activities and im­ word stands for an important area provements throughout tiic mari­ of the department's activities. The time industry. • Tlie n e p a r t ni e n t attends areas are Liaison—with {'ompanies and safety agencies; Inspec­ meetings and conferences held by tion of Vessels to certify that the the Marine Section of the National" proper standards of safety are Safety Council and otlier similar maintained; and Education — of bodies for the purpose of exchang­ all personnel to achieve the best ing ideas and essential informa­ tion. The department makes full safety record possible. In short, to insure the contin­ use of the materials and fads ued good health of every Union which are collected at these member. Seafarers are urged to functions. "L-LV-E with the program of the The promotion of shipboard Safety Department." The use of safety is the number one concern this slogan on all literature is­ of every SIU member. To ma!>c sued by the Department serves this objective a reality, every Sea­ as a constant reminder of the farer is urged to do his utmost to aims and objectives of this pro­ keep the L-I-V-E program con­ stantly in mind. gram. �SEAFARERM Plag* Eighteea SevteiA* It. IHi IO0 Catch Limitations Fail; Whaling Industry Dying SOUTHAMPTON, England — Th^ international whaling. industry is on tha tiireshhold of death, according to one of tha four scientific advisors to the moribund International Whaling Commission, If the great whaling fieets whaling Industry. Recently, the down of the Whaling Commission Japanese bought out the only might tempt nations to disregard of Norway, Japan and Russia other large fleet, that of the cannot be urged to limit their Netherlands. A fleet. In whaling fisheries agreements like those in Great whales like tha one above shown being hauled aboard a modern whaling ship, are close to extinction. Failure on the part of the major whaling nations to agree on limiting the number of whales taken yearly is leading to the death of the international whaling industry. Study Tax Status Of Riglttist Croup WASHINGTON—Congressional investigators are probing tha tax-exempt status of a foundation set up by Texas Oil Billionaire H. L. Hunt which has poured out a steady stream of right -wing propaganda ~ through radio and television Life Line's revenue now comes programs, books, pamphlets primarily frona eomhiercial sponand newspapers. Hunt, described by Time maga­ zine as "the big daddy to many a far-right crusade," set up Facts Forum in 1951 and was the prin­ cipal financial contributor to its broadcasts and publications por­ traying the nation in the grip of a Communist conspiracy and the income tax as the fount of all evil. In 1958, Hunt changed its name to the Life Line Founda­ tion, a self described "patriotic, educational and religious pro­ gram." Representative Wright Patman (D.-Tex.), who is directing a House Simail Business subcom­ mittee investigation of tax-exempt foundations, drew from Internal Revenue Service ofi'icials an ac­ knowledgment tiiat an IRS exam­ iner three years ago recommeiided revoc-.ition of Life Line's tax-exempt status, althougn the agency has not yet acted on it. Patman put into the hearing rec­ ord data sliowi'.ig that: • Direct contrihutions to Hunt's foundations — presumably deducted from taxa'n'e income of the donors totaled ."53.03 million in fi.scal years 1951 through 19G0, of whic'ii I-Iu.it cnntrihuted $2.9 million. GutC Oil was another big contributor. Business Contributions • During a three-year period in the I950's, 114 corporations and individuals contributed $274,000 for subscriptions to Facts Forum News. In addition to Hunt, who gave $100,00-0 of the total, major donations were made by the First National Bank of D.dlas, with $33,000, and the Continental Sup­ ply Co. of Dalla.s, a division of Youngstown .='beet & Tube Co., $35,000. Other corporate donors of subscriptions included Sears, Roebuck & Co. From this House committee hearings, this picture emerges: The House hearings show that sorsihip of its broadcasts with the largest group of sponsors com­ posed of companies owned or controlled by Hunt. According to Group Research, Inc., an authority on a network of right - wing organizations, the shift in emphasis appears to bear out Hunt's frequent urging that business use its $11 billion-ayear advertising budget to coir.fjat the viewpoint of "the mistaken." Group Research pointed out that by Life Line's own definition, "mistaken" is the title which Life Line has fixed in the public mind as a specific, but non-Iibelous designation for all enemies of freedom — Communists, fellowtravelers, etc., leaving them to classify themselves. Thus, in Life Line propaganda quoted in a Senate speech last year by Senator Maurine Neuberger (D.-Ore.), statements such as these are imde: ".A.S anti-Commuaist sentiment grows .scronger in the United States, the 'mistaken' farces seek­ ing ta end freedom feel the dam­ age to their cause . . . The Sec­ ond World War was but another step in the progiram of the 'mis­ taken' to canqucr the entire world." As Mrs. Ncuberger pointed out, the u.se of the phrase "is Hunt's not-so-subtle way of accusing anyone who disagrees with him of being a Communist, without risk­ ing a Hhel suit. But the vicious innuendo is no less vicious be­ cause it is put into this kind of transiperent code." The Oregon senator painted out that the Lax-exempt status of ex­ tremist foundations means that other taxpa.vei-.s must pay a larger portion of the nation's tax bill. "There is prolaably no one who gets mo-e radical riglit-wing prop­ aganda value for his tax-exempt dollar than Haroldson Lafayette Hunt," she declared. catches in the Antarctic this sea­ son, the scientist, John Gulland predicts the industry will soon become economically impractical its potential worth of $140 million a year wrecked by overexploltation. The blame is laid to the fact that the IWC failed at its meeting in Norway two months ago to reach agreement on catch limita­ tions. The result of this, Gulland said, would be the "virtually un­ restricted" killing of whales next season. Citing the reason for the failure of whale conservation, Gulland said it was that "like other wild­ life resources, the whale belongs to no one and therefore it is in no one's direct interest to look after them." The blue whale, the largest creature on earth, is already believed close to extinction. Catches of fin whales, cousins to the blues, have diminished from annual hauls of 28,000 to less than half that figure. This despite the fact whaling efficiency has Im­ proved tremendously in recent years. The Japanese, with seven deepsea whaling fleets, the Russians and Norwegians, with four each, now comprise the total world Action in the marketplace offers a method for trade unionists to as­ sist each other in their campaign for decent wages and better con­ ditions. Seafarers and their families are urged to support a consumer boy­ cott by trade unionists against various companies whose products are produced under non-union conditions, or which are "unfair to labor." (This listing carries the name of the AFL-CIO unions in­ volved, and will be amended from time to time.) "Lee" brand tires (United Rubber, Cork, Linoleum & Plastic Workers) t- t Eastern Ait Lines (Flight Engineers) ^ ^ ^ H. I. Siegel "HIS" brand men's clothes (Amalgamated -Clothing Workers) 4* i i Sears, Roebuck Company Retail stores & products (Retail Clerks) Stiizei-Weiler Distilleries "Old Filzserald," "Old Elk" "Cabin Still," "W. L. Weller" Bourbon whiskeys (Distillery Workers) 4. 4. 4' 4> J. R. Simplot Potato Co. Frozen potato products (Grain Millers) 4- Kingsport Press "World Book," "Childcraft" (Printing Pressmen) (Typographers, Bookbinders) (Machinists, Stereotypers) 4i 4> 4* Jamestown Sterling Corp. Southern Furniture Mfg. Co. Furniture and Bedding (United Furniture Workers) terms, is made up of 18 vessels, including factory ships. Quotas Ignored Gulland also said he had "very strong suspicions" that previous International quota agreements had been violated and that whales had been caught out of season and outside of the agreed catch­ ing areas. Ho also warned that the break­ the Atlantic and Pacific. The crisis in the whaling in­ dustry will be on the agenda of a United Nations Food and Agri­ culture Organization meeting next month. The four scientists who made the futile recommendations to the IWC were, besides Gulland, Sidney J. Holt of the UN group. K. R, Allen of New Zealand and D. G. Chapman of Seattle. A New Idea For Power; Uranium From Seawater GENEVA—A British scientist has told the International Conference on the Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy here that a new method has been discovered to extract virtually limitless quantities of urani--*um from seawater. with glass fabric or musliu coated Dr. Robert Spence, newly wUh titanium hydroxide and car­ named chief of Britain's Atomic Energy Research Center at Har­ well, told the conference that the method has been tried success­ fully on a small-scale but major engineering problems must be solved before it can add signifi­ cantly to the world's uranium supply. According to scientists at the conference, the world will need one to two million tons of uranium for atomic fuels and other uses before.this century is over. If "breeder reactors" — which create new fuel as they burn the old—do not come into sufficient use, the requirement for uranium will be more on the order of three million tons. The source of the ocean-mined uranium would be the ocean cur­ rents that replenish the waters around some of the major mari­ time nations. Dr. Spence said that the Florida current, for example, that comes sweeping out of the Gulf of Mexico carries about two million tons of uranium past Key West each year. The British researcher has been trying for sometime to find a sub­ stance that would attract the uranyl Ion—a combination of one uranium atom paired with two oxygen atoms — from seawater. The best substance found to do the job has been titanium hydrox­ ide. Tests have been carried out U.S. Share Of Lakes Cargoes Still Dropping CLEVELAND — Altiiough bulk cargo shipments of iron ore, coal and grain have reached a fouryear high on the Great Lakes, only 9.6 per cent of one of the more important commodities, grain, was carried by U.S. vessels. According to the Lake Carriers Association, shipments of the three main cargoes over the first half of 1964 totaled 50,777,603 net tons, up from "42,329,394 tons a year earlier. Of 2,621,493 shipped tons of grain—a record—251,663 tons sailed in American holds. Total iron ore and coal shipments remained static because of current lower water levels on the Great Lakes. ried by a ship In ocean water off the coast of England. Eventually, a 'system is seen that would screen uranium-laden water entering or leaving tidal lagoons with the titanium hyroxide attracters. Costs for tha new process are still fairly high, outstripping even that of uranium itself, which is depressed on the world market because of overproduction. En­ gineering refinements that will come with development of the new process would reduce ultimate costs, the scientist said. Chatahooche River Canal Operating COLUMBUS, Ga. — Deep draft Inland tugs and barges, making use of the new nine-foot Chatahooehe River canal, have begun plying their way from Columbia, Alabama to this inland port and Phenix City, Alabama across the river. The deepening and channeling project, iust completed by the Army Corps of Engineers, con­ nects for the first time inland Georgia and Alabama with regions as far away a.s the southwestern industrial areas of Texas and Louisiana through the Intracoastal Waterway. The first barge to use the canal was one carrying 225,000 gallons of imported blackstrap molasses for delivery at the 500,000 gallon molasses storage tanks in Phenix City. The Alabama State Dock De­ partment has spent more than $1 million in waterfront Improve­ ments in Phenix City, including a new barge dock, warehouse, paved open storage areas and a rail spur connected the pier area with in­ land points and a molasses ter­ minal. The pier area is backed by a 140 industrial park, and state offi­ cials hope that a chemical industry firm will find the site and its facilities to its liking. * Columbus facilities include a new barge dock and an inland warehouse. The canal, before improvement by the Army Engineers, was a two'^ foot waterway. �11; MM SEAFARERS Page Wlaeleai LOG Notify Union On LOG Mail Aa Scafaren know, copies of each issue of the SEAFARERS LOG are mailed every two weeks to all SIU ships as well as to nnoicrous clubs, bars and other overseas spots where Seafarers congregate ashore. The procedure for mailing the LOG Involves calling all SIU steamship compimies for the itineraries of their ships. On the basis of the information supplied by the ship oper­ ator, four copies ot the LOG, and minutes forms are then air­ mailed to the agent in the next port. Similarly, the seamen's clubs get various quantities of LOGs at every mailing. The LOG is sent to any club when a Seafarer requests it by notifying the LOG office that Seafarers con­ gregate there.. . As always the Union would like to hear promptly from SIU ships whenever the LOG and ship's mall is not delivered so that th«^i Union can maintain a day-to-day check on the accuracy of its mailing lists. Sympathy, Aid Bring Thanks To the Editor: I am sending this message as thanks to everyone in the Un­ ion for the Seafarers Welfare Fund check which I have re­ ceived as a death benefit for my dear brother John DzinJrck, who recently passed away. The money will help to cover a lot of expenses and will en. able me to fulfil many of my brother's last wishes. Thank you all for your kind offer to assist me and I will call on you should I need help. Mary Dzlnjrck 4 i 4. Mt. Washington Crew Praised To the Editor: I want to write a few words to express my feeliqgs for the crew of the S.S. MoUnt Wash­ ington, and also the Captain, Chief Mate, Mr. Collins, the 2d Mate, and the rest of the offi­ cers. I have never sailed with a better crew in the 17 years I have been a seafaring man. I especially want to thank the chief cook, Darrell Chaphin and the baker, Paul Reed for the wonderful job they did while I was sailing with them. I know they and the rest of steward depa4-tment are still doing the same. Tell the fellows I am still laid up in the hospital and coming along as well as can be ex­ pected. I hope I will soon be sailing with them again. I also want to say hello to my friends. Bosun McCune. Gaetano Busciglio 4 4 4 Brother Guinier Is Great Loss To the Editor: I just got back from a trip and heard the sad news that Howard Guinier had left on his last voyage. He was one of my greatest friends, and an out­ standing Union Brother. I have known him for a long, long time. We all know he gave every effort he had to the SIU and was a valuable asset to the Union, as our President Paul Hall and the membership will attest. I am writing, in the knowledge that you will pub­ lish this in the LOG, so that his family and the host of friends he had will know that we have lost a good friend and brother, as well as one of the best men in the organized labor move­ ment. Lambert k^prtindale All letters to the Editor for publication in the SEAFARERS LOG must be signed by the writer. Names will be withheld upon request. Most Americans are beginning to breath a sigh of relief with the end of summer and the departure of the season's accompanying hot weather. But the Seafarer can never tell what the weather will be like in their ship's next port of call. For instance, there is the example of the Overseas Joyce ^ (Overseas Carriers). After a And with relief front heat and Gnaooth sailing has been report­ smooth and cool trip, Odd sea air in mind, tSie crewmembers ed aboard the Jefferson City VieSamdal, ship's delegate, reports that when the vessel reached the Suez Canal Zone, the tempera­ ture soared to about 116* with no relief in sight. "Bet it doesn't get that hot to New York," he challenged. Thanks Welfare For SIU Benefit To the Editor: I would like to ex/press my appreciation to the Seafarers International Union and its welfare plan for death benefit chedc I received as benqficiary after the death of my brother, James F. Thompson, and for the very kind expressions which accompanied the cheek. I would also like to express my appreciation for the man­ ner in vmhich the Union and the welfare department han­ dled the benefit. John J. Thompson 4 4 4 Proud Widow Lauds Welfare To the Editor: I want to give my thanks to everyone at the Seafarers Un­ ion who have been so kind to me since the death of my hus-, To the Editor: I have just this week re­ band, John A. Hudgins. I also ceived notice of payment of want to express my appreciation some doctor bills I accrued for the check that cleared up the hospital bills that came as a when I was given some slight, but necessary medical emer­ result of the time he spent in gency treatment lately. Al­ the hospital after his accident. I am very proud of my hus­ though I was treated at a lo­ band's record in the SIU and cal clinic here to Galveston, the days that he sailed. He and by my own doctor, the loved the SIU and he loved the welfare plan still paid the bills. sea. • I could have put many This is really a wonderful things on his tombstone, but I program and I am smcerely know he would have wanted me grateful for the help and con­ to put the inscription I did—A sideration to me by the wel­ member of the Merchant Ma­ fare department. I thank ev­ rine. Sailing was his life's eryone that made this possible work. He was 15 years old from the bottom of my heart. when he first went to sea. He Laurence F. Slekhaltz survived the sinking of four ship 4 4" 4 he was on during the war, and after the war, _one ship—the Valiant Effort—also sunk. I want to again express my thanks for the help and the sympathy To the Editor: The family of the late Ben­ extended to me. Mrs. Hazel B. Hudgins jamin Bailey wishes to thank Dr. Logue and the rest of the 4 4 4 SIU for the kindness which was so graciously extended to us. The "invalid , walker" was a great help to us and we hope To the Editor: that its use will be enjoyed by I would like to offer our some other member in the fu­ thanks to each and every one ture. in the Union for the payment We all hope and pray for the sick benefit checks I received members and staff of the Union when I was laid up with a to be allowed to continue your broken leg. The assistance was good work. Again, we can only of my hospital bill and the say "thank you" for everything. timely and very helpful. Mrs. Eva Bailey Donald Brown Welfare Praised For Medical Aid Union Is Praised For Assistance Thanks Sent For Aid Checks of the Steel Recorder are cele­ brating Hie Installation of their new ice .machme. J. A. Shortell, meeting chairman reports they not only received the kemachine, but their icebox has been com­ pletely renovated. 4 4 4 tory (Victory Carriers). Accord­ ing to., ship's delegate James M. Fisher, the trip has been smooth and the crew has had no com­ plaints. "Everything is fine and dandy," Fisher reports. 4 4 4 The day gang aboard the Transindfa (Hudson) are walking Crewmemibers of the Ridgefield around bleary eyed from lack of Victory (Columbia) have been sleep. It seems the shore workers heaping praise lately on their gal­ ley gang. It seems that though they were short handed for a while, but the cook and baker really came through in the pinch and did some fine work and the crew has given them a special vote of thanks, says Cecil Diltz, shto's delegate. 4 Fisher Diitz in India raise such a racket, no one can sleep. They have asked ship's delegate A. (Blackie) Bankatone to do something about quiettog them down. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Sandy Crawford, the messman aboard the Losmar (Calmar) has been the subject of muoh praise from the crew lately for his espe­ cially fine service, reports Ed­ ward J. Ponis, ship's delegate. The rest of the galley gang got some of the praise also, as they were given a vote of thanks during a recent ship's meeting. SIU crews that have gotten es­ pecially good service from the 4 4 4 steward department never fall to show their appreciation. Crews The crew sailing aboard the that have honored their stewards Western Comet (Western Tank­ with votes of thanks for fine food ers)' feels it has the roughest run and service to the best SIU tradi­ tion include the Transindia (Hud­ son Waterways); Hastings (Water­ man); Transhatteras (Hudson Wa­ terways); Saint Christopher (Des­ tiny Carriers); Steel Age (Isth­ mian); San Juan (Sea-Land); Steel Architect (Isthmiam); Inger (Rey­ nolds Metal); Penn Exporter (Penn Shipping); Transorient (Hudson Waterways; and the Transglobe (Hudson Waterways). . The steward department aboard the Bienville (Sea-Land) is an­ xious to maintain a smooth run­ ning ship. In order to do so, says meeting secretary Bill Stark, the galley boys have asked for sug­ gestions from the crew on ways to improve service. They asked for continued cooperation in keep­ ing everything ship-shape. LOG-A-RHYTHM: Jealousy . By ROY FLEISCHER I've seen them in Hong Kong, Bridgeport, Galilee — And women on waterfronts Sit with their backs to seas. I never could understand it. Don't they want to be free? Or perhaps the answer is: — They are jealous of the sea. Ponis Hoggie of any ship in the entire SlUmanned fleet. As a matter of fact, J. Hoggie repoits with tongue in cheek that the crew thinks that any man that spends a full year on their run should be awarded a full book at the en^i of the trip. 4 4 4 A happy crew is sometimes cre­ ated all through the hard work of the ship's delegate in performing his duties constantly and tireless­ ly. Aboard the Transorient (Hud­ son Watei-ways) the ci-ew has given ship's delegate R. DeBoissiere a special vote of thanks for the smooth trip they have been having and for the special care he gave Seafarer Harold Kammet when Kammet was sent to the hospital with a shoulder mjury and then flown back to the States, DeBoissiere said he could not have done It without the good co­ operation he received from the crew, reports R. Bridges, meeting secretary. �SEAFARERS Page Twenty September It, Ittt LOG In The Tradition Of The Sea SIU Crew Keeps High Spirits Despite Lady Luck's Desertion While Seafarers on a long voyage don't get down on their hands and knees to pray for Lady Luck's kind attentions, they are always more than appreciative of any jinx-killing blessings that she might bestow upon them. However, when there is no evidence that the Good Lady has remembered a ~ I sure wouldn't end up being ship, crewmembers have the the time the ship departed from deck, In addition, he says that a bosun today." choice of either resigning Pakistan. there are two mates limping, a themselves to a hard fate or spend • their time looking for the bright side of those dark clouds passing overhead. One SILT crew following the lat­ ter course of keeping its spirits up while Lady Luck gallivants around elsewhere on the ocean, is on the Venore (Venore), which is heading back to the U.S. after traveling around the world. In a letter to the LOG, Frank (Hawkeye) Rakas, ship's delegate, describes some of the ups and downs experi­ enced by the SIU men on the Ven­ ore. "We have had everything from dandruff to broken feet," he Rokos claims. But, true to the traditions of the Brother­ hood of the Sea, Rakas still has a lively sense of humor and a healthy share of optimism. "All in all," he Yarbrough Martin writes, "with our trials andlribulations, we have had a fine voyage." Without Lady Luck to watch over them, both officers and crewmembers on the Venore have suf­ fered more than their share of mis­ haps. Rakas reports that a total of six men have had to be left behind because of sickness or illness by KCCBiyiNG MORE THAM OWE COPY C OF THE SAME CLIP ALL MAIt-AgELS BCbM quartermaster on crutches and three more crewmembers who are complaining of aches and pains. But, everyone on board i^ looking forward to landing at Durban where a doctor can take a look at these unfortunate shipmates. Two crewmembers who keep the laugh muscles of the Venore's SIU men well stretched are "Smiling" Wilson Yarbrough, ship's steward, and Blackie "Quinine" Martin, the bosun. According to the ship's del­ egate, the basis of Wilson's nick­ name is that when he smiles, you can hear him all the way to the bridge. On the other hand, Rakas says that Blackie Martin is really down on the world, and when the two of them get together, there are enough, laughs to go around for everyone on board. Rakas relates a sample of the good-natured dialogue between the steward and the bosun that he happened to overhear not long ago: Steward: "Heil-o, Friend." Bosun: "You ain't no friend of mine. I didn't get a think to eat all day." Steward: "If I had a laundry bag hanging on me like you have, I wouldn't eat for the next three days straight." Bosun: "Yeah? Well, six months ago you couldn't even spell 'stew­ ard'—and now you end up feed­ ing us." Steward: "If I'd have stayed on STEEL EXECUTIVE (IsUimian), AugusI 9 — Chairman, R. Hutchlns; Secretary, C. Wood. Ever.vthins is moving niceLv. $10.00 in ship's fund. Each crewmember requested to coonerate and help keep laundry room clean, also to turn off washing ma­ chine when job is finished. Vote of thanks to steward department for good food and. service. Vote of thanks to all department delegates for doing a good job. BEAUREGARD (Sea-Land), August 24—Chairman, Fazil Ali; Secretary, Jose A. Silva. No beefs were reported by department delegates. ROBIN HOOD iRobin), August 23 —Chairman, .1. Wade; Secretary, C. Sypher. Brother R. Gannon was elected to serve as .ship's delegate. Some disputed OT in deck depart­ ment. lAgElS so we Use Only One Mail Address Seafarers with beefs regard­ ing slow payment of monies duo from various operators in back wages and disputed overtime should first check whether they have a proper mailing address on file with the company. SIU headquarters officials point out that reports received from sev­ eral operators show checks have been mailed to one address while a beef on the same score is sent from another, thus cre­ ating much difficulty in keeping accounts straight. pieSisSSW Pete Blalack was elected to serve as ship's delegate. Discussion on keeping spare head unlocked. Crew requested to be quiet in passageways. $7.04 in ship's fund. No beefs reported. ALCOA VOYAGER (Alcoa), August 11 — Chairman, Celanski; Secretary, None. Some disputed OT reported in deck and engine departments. ANDREW JACKSON (Waterman), August 22—Chairman, J. Miller; Sec­ retary, lluminado R. Llenos. Records of the safety meeting were read by the ship's delegate. The ship's dele­ gate advised ail "B" book men to take advantage of the Upgrading Program. $4.00 in ship's fund. No beefs reported by department deie- Seafarers aboard the Globe Carrier (Maritime Overseas) pay their final respects to Fred G. Davis, Jr. as the vessel's master (r) conducts the burial service. Davis was buried after last respects were paid in the finest tradition of the sea. A victim of a heart attack, he was laid to rest at sea according to the wishes of his family. Montpelier Victory Crew Pleased By Good Payoff Seafarers everywhere brag that their's is the best maritime union in the world, but SIU men aboard the Montpelier Victory (Victory Carriers) have the proof of their own,eyes and pocket-books that there is"*" through which most no substitute for strong, effec­ aof settlement the disputed overtime was paid. tive ""union representation. In The remainder went into arbitra­ fact, crewmembers have nothing tion. Company officials had disputed" but high praise for the success the SIU in the Port of Houston overtime payments for pumpmen achieved in dealing with a particu­ larly difficult payoff when their ship docked in Corpus Christl. At issue were several hundred hours of disputed overtime. How­ ever, after only a day's wait, effective representation in the best SIU tradition, brought about OCEAN ULLA (Maritime Overseas), August 73—Chairman, James H. Naylor; Secretary, J. W. Samsel. Discus­ sion in regard to new fans being put aboard as the present ones are worn out. No beefs were reported. Motion made that ail SiU ships be air-con­ ditioned. MORNING LIGHT (Waterman), Au­ gust 15—Chairman, Charles B. Jen­ nings; Secretary, John Dinardo. Ail repairs have not been completed. No money in ship's fund. ALCOA ROAMER (Alcoa), Septem­ ber 6—Chairman, E. Kelly; Secretary, J. E. Hannon. No beefs reported by department delegates. Discussion on water tanks. Vote of thanks extended to the steward department. RAPHAEL SEMMES (Sea-Land), August 20 — Chairman, Angeio Ro­ mero; Secretary, Buy Walter. $7.22 in ship's fund. Donations will be ac­ cepted at payoff. No beefs reported by department delegates. NIAGARA (Oriental Exporters), August 30—Chairman, D. Sacher; Sec­ retary, E. Viliasol. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departments. One man was hospitalized in SaXonica. Greece. Everything running smoothly. , SEAMAR (Calmar), June 27—Chair­ man, L. Barch; Secretary, C. B. J. B.'own. Ail repairs were taken care or. $3.15 in .ship's fund. No beefs were reported by department deieg.nte.s. Brother N. Pru.scka was elected to .serve as ship's delegate. ROBIN GRAY (Robin), August 9— Chairman. J. Sutherland; Secretary, J. Graddick. $23.17 in ship's fund. No hocfs reported. Everything is running smoothly. STEEL RECORDER (Isthmian), Aug­ ust 16—Chairman, W. Davies; Secre­ tary, J. A. Shorten, No beefs were reported by department delegates. Discussion on getting a standard brand of tea aboard. STEEL CHEMIST (Isthmian), July 26—Chairman, J. Gallagher; Secre­ tary, J. Baker. Disputed OT from last payoff is to be checked in New York. Brother Wade B. Harreil was elected to serve as ship's delegate. Crew re­ quested to return cups to pantry and cots to be brought in when not in use. MT. WASHINGTON (Victory Car­ riers), August 9—Chairman, Peter Pat­ rick; Secretary, Pete Blalack. Brother gates. Crew requested to bring ail soiled linen midship. Also to keep the recreation hall clean at ail times. FLOMAR (Calmar), August 9 — Chairman, H. Gaiecki; Secretary, F. L. O'Laughlin. Ship's delegate resigned and Brother Karl V. Christensen was elected to serve in his place. Dis­ cussion on linen and stores being taken care of for ship's return voy­ age. No beefs reported by depart­ ment delegates. MARGARETT BROWN (Bloomfield), August 16—Chairman, Nobs; Secre­ tary, Fred Sullins. A vote of thanks was extended to department dele­ gates and the entire steward depart­ ment for a Job well done. DEL MUNDO (Delta), August 30— Chairman, William H. Field; Secre­ tary, Joseph Tagur. Brother D. J. Burnett was elected to serve as ship's delegate. $5.00 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported. OLGA (Sea Tramp), September 7— Chairman, Wesley Young; Secretary, Jerome Michaelson. Motion made to put suggestion boxes in ail shipping halls for suggestions by members concerning .operation of the Union. Donations to ship's fund was dis­ cussed and encouraged. Vote of thanks to. the galley force for good food. ALAMAR (Calmar), September 6— Chairman, Edward C. Rulay; Secre­ tary, Diego Martinez. Few hours di-sputed OT in deck department to be taken up with boarding patrolman. Di.scussion on repairs. Holsenbeck Henley Smith Wilson MORNING LIGHT (Waterman), Sep­ tember 7—Chairman, John Kucharskli Secretary, F. Marvin Rose. Repairs being taken care of. No beefs re­ ported in deck and engine depart­ ments. Beef about food going to waste in steward department. DETROIT (Sea-Land), August 20— Chairman, J. McLaughlin; Secretary, L. Dooley. .$3 00 in ship's fund. No beefs r-nortod by deoarlment dele­ gates. Food Plan representative to he contacted in regards to getting a better qu.ality of bacon. SEAMAR (Calmar), June 14—Chair­ man, L. Barch; Secretary, T. A. Jack­ son. Crew's washing machine and TV were renalred. $6.15 in ship's fund. No beefs reported bv department delegates. Vote g>r thanks to the stowui'd depai'tineiit. —AMD BETURM Bosun: "What would you be?" Stewart: "Why, I'd be the skip­ per." Bosun: "Just how do you figure that?" Steward: "Because I can read and write." With characters like "Smiling" Yarbrough and Blackie Martin on board, the Venore's crew doesn't have much chance to worry about the absence of Lady Luck. "Yes sir," declares Rakas, "everything is running smoothly. We are not all fat as pigs, but we are doing all right. If the red beans and rice hold out, we will be in Baltimore smiling on September 21st." RIO GRANDE (Oriental Exporters), August 29—Chairman, Leon Foskeyt Secretary, none. Crew received tape recorder from the Captain which was donated to the ship by a doctor who was aboard during the Lakonia res­ cue. Some disputed OT in deck de­ partment. $3.00 in ship's fund. Crew requested to be quiet in passageways. PANOCEANIC FAITH (Panoceanle Tankers), August 23—Chairman, Ken­ neth Collins; Secretary, Kenneth Col­ lins. Crew were informed that the first draw will be In American cur­ rency and any other draw made In ^port will be in local currency. $13.63 'in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Everything running smoothly. LOS ANGELES (Sea Land), Septem bar 10—Chairman, Fred Boyne; Sec­ retary, Ken Turner. No beefs reported by department delegates. $2.42 in ship's fund. Brother Bob Lasso was elected to serv,e as ship's delegate for next trip. Discussion on food. ,A few sea-sick sailors due to Hurricane Dora. STEEL DESIGNER (Isthmian), Au­ gust 30—Chairman, Clarence White; Secretary, Frank Rodriguez, Jr. No beefs. Ship is running smootiily. $16.80 in ship's fund. Captain is happy with crew. Vote of thanks extended to all departments for their cooperation to each other. who operated ship's evacuators •which were used to discharge cargo during their off-duty hour.s. After meeting with the Union rep­ resentatives, crewmembers were paid the money in question. Firemen who provided steam for tank blowers, claimed overtime for night watches and weekends. Maintenance men had put in for OT for breaking cement around rose boxes and cleaning them. Smaller amounts of disputed OT for deck and engine departments was paid to crewmembers accord­ ing to 'the settlement. Overtime claims by firemen and deck main­ tenance workers which the com­ pany disputed finally went to arbitration. Ship's delegate L. C. Wilson and department delegates Lee Smith, engine; Joe Holsenbeck, deck; and Virgil Henley, steward, all had high praise for the SIU efforts. Both Uiey and several other members of the crew expressed their grati­ tude at a special shipboard meet­ ing following the payoff. Seafarers in the crew received special com­ pliments from the patrolman for their record and for living up to their end of the contract. Some of the other well known SIU oldtimers who were part of the Montpelier Victory's crew ineluded James Dixon, Bosun; "Bug­ ger" Jones, chief cook; Red Burke,, chief steward; George Bales, day­ man; and Red Wilson, AB. �it, MM i'MAr AUkMk^ Old Saffors Saw Hard Times When Panama Canal Opened ' Captain R. J. Peterson, author of the followinp story of the barque Devonby, is no stranger to LOO readers. A veteran oldtimer, Capt. Peterson eon leoh back on years of experience as master on sailing vessels, motor and steam Mps. A veteran of both world wars,, he served as column leader in World War II convoys. He is a long time contributor to the Seafarers Log. The world may celebrate the Golden Annivwrsary of the opening of the Panama Canal, but there was little celebrating when it was first opened among the sailors that suddenly found themselves without jobs. To the sailors, the men who-*sailed around the Cape Horn Dovenby in Newcastle, Australia. eargo of guano shot into the air it was a sad day the "Pan- He had just left the fine, 4- like a geyser of mud, and the crew Captain R. J. Peterson sailed en « barc|ue such as the one pictured above at the time the Panama Canal was opened. His description of a fatal voyage ho made on the Dovenby, which ended when she was deliberately rammed by a liner in the opening days of World War I, appears at the right. MONARCH OF THE SEAS (Water­ man), August <—Chairman, L. J. Pate; Secretary, B. Huszar. Ship's delegate reported no beefs and no disputed OT aboard. Fine crew and all has gone well. Vote of thanks was extended to ' departing rtiip's delegate for a Job well done. Brother Raul Maitin waa elected to serve as new riiip's dele­ gate.. Vote of thanks to' the steward department for fine food and a Job wen done. ROBIN KIRK (Robin), August 30ehafrman, Joseph Bianehard; Secrwtary, Lovie B. Thomas. Brother Thomas was elected to serve as ship's PENN CHALLENGER (Penn Navi­ gation), September 3—Chairman, J. Tanner; Secretary, L K. Coats. Vote of thanks to the steward and three re­ maining men for doing a fine Job under prevailing conditions. Vote of thanks to Union officiais at head­ quarters for the prompt reply to all inquiries during voyage. Vote of thanhs to crew for making ship's delegate's Jab easy. Vote of thanks to the captain for his cooperatton and conaideratton during laat nine months. SIO.OO in ship's fund. No heefir and no dUmuted OT. LOS ANOCLES (Sn-LamU, August IS—Chairman, P. Boyne; Soeroihry,. R. H. Simpson. Brother F. Boyne was elected to serve as ship's delegate. $3.40' In Hiip's fund. No beefs were reported Bverything is running smoothly. MONTICBLLO VteTORY (Victory Carriers), May 17—Chairman, Oliver Hodgo; Secretary, Lucas Arzmlon. $32.60 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported. Dfaeuadon on the refrigerat_ system. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done. DEL MAR (Delta), September «— Chairman, T. D. James; Secretaryi Fred Carpenter. Everything running smoothly. $13.00 left in Movie PHind. Brother Clark C. Wood, Jr. was elected to serve as ship's delegate; No beefs reported. EAGLE VOYAGER (United Marltime), September 3—Chairman, V. Genco; Secretary, None. It was re­ ported that the Company put a TV set aboard and the crew really appre­ ciates it. Captain will let crew have movie projector if crow wUJ buy films. $17.00 in ship's fund. No beefs ' were reported. OLGA (Sea Tramp), August 12— Chairman; M. J. Kerngood; Secretary^ W. Young, Crew asked to start ship's fund. No beefs and no disputed OT. Crew were requested to keep messroom and recreation room clean. DEL RIO (Delta), August 23—Chair­ man, A. Abrams; Secretary, W. Wi MItchelL $3.00 in ship's fund. Soma disputed OT in deck department to be taken up with patrolman. Discus­ sion on food. Crew requested to help keep lounge and pantry clean. LONGVIEW VICTORY (Victory Car­ riers), August TG—Chairman, Carl Lawson: Secratapy, Robert W. Ferrandlz. Eighty-six cents in the ship's fund. Some disputed. OT in the deck department; Vote of thanka extended to the steward, and department dele;gates for a Job well done. SRITFIRE (Amerlcsn- Bulk); August 30—Chairman, Curtis E. Nalsonp Se» retsry,. C. A Welch. Some disputed OT ill' iTeck and' engine departments otherwise everything is going welt Grew requested' to turn In all extra linew te »>ewg»di . COLUimiA (Unltsd StsHw Steal), August 37'—Chairman, W; Brrghtwsll; Saersfsry, M. S. Sasplns. SIO.OO in ship's fund. Everything running smoothly with no beefs. Brother G. Fargo was elected' to serve as ship's delegate. SPITFIRE (American Bulk), August 30—Chairman, C. Nelsen; Secretary, C. A. Welch. Some disputed OT In en­ gine department. Crew requested to turn in extra linen to steward, ^ip's library requested. STEEL. NAVIGATOR (Isthmian), August 30—Chairman, Hurshel A. Orlando; Secretary, Charles Scofleld. No beefs reported. Everything is run­ ning smoothly. $44.50 in ship's fund. M'otlon made to have company issue American money instead of travelers cheeks. Exterminator needed for roaches in rooms and messhalis. COMMANDER (Marine Carriers), August 29—Chairmon, Frank B. Cake; Secretary, Chester Makuch. Most of the repairs have been completed. Others will be taken care of shortly. No beefs reported. NEVA WEST (Bloemfield), Septem­ ber 2—Chairman, Johnny Hunter; Sec­ retary, Robert L. Wells. $13.20 in ship's fund. No beefs reported. Vote of thanks extended to the steward department for the best cooking, baking and service during the entire trip. OCEAN EVELYN (Maritime Owerzeas), August 30—Chairman, A. Nottumo; Secretary, F. Webb. No beefs reported by department delegates. Brother F. Gustav was elected to serve as ship's delegate. Ship needs fumigation for roaches. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done. HERCULES VICTORY (Marine Mam agers), August 18—Chairman, Fauf L. Whitlaam Swcretary, Leroy Gulley. AU: members requested to donate' $1.00 towards ship's fbnd. Sbme disputed OT in each department. Discussion held on money draws and Niortage- of cigarettes. Can" opened. Rates on freight dropped on that day by 50 per­ cent. Exporters and importers shouted in glee, while sailors mourned the loss of the trade route around the Horn and the loss of their ships that followed. I was on the barque Dovenby at the time, and with us was an old sailor named Brixham. He was a fine sailor, with a ruddy face and curly hair that gleamed with silver. He had done most of his sailing around the Cape of Good Hope, at the tip of Africa. When the Suez Canal' was opened, he suddenly found himself without a job and strug­ gling to stay at sea. He cursed the day de Lesseps had dug the Suez with cheap Peterson Egyptian lalmr. It too, had cuPfreight rates by 50 precent. ThousandE of sailors were thrown - out of their jobs and ended up on the beach to go hungry. Brixham joined us on the LOG-A-RHYTHM: Hail Autui By J. CioodBell Autumn is icumen in. I welcome it with open arms. Summer's just an old has-been. I've groum weary of its charms. Happily, I bid. farewell To outdoor grill and charcoal smoke. To leafy glen and woodsy dell, Lushly stocked with poison oak. Without regret, I bid adieu To bracing dip in icy lake; To gay al fresco barbecue With warmish beer and frigid steak. I've lost my zest for gardening. Pm sick of battling weeds and thrips; Water skiing's lost its zing. So luvoe weekend camping trips. I remember, back in June, When summer beckoned, full of cheer. Now I sing a diffrent tune. Pve had it—up to here! I pine to dine In a dining room With bright electric light; I long for food, Unbarbecued, And damask gleaming white. I dream of nights In my inglenook, AU snug and warm and dry. With the fire aglow, And the lamps turned low. And the thermostat turned high. I've had my flil Of summer fun At mountains, lakes and shores. I yearn to lead a life of ease; Be sedentary as I please. And safe from- ants and gnats and' bees .In the_ great indoors! masted barque, Affon Alow, which means Musical Waters in the Welsh language. . That was back tn 1913, during the days the sailing ship waa queen of the seven seas. The barque Dovenby, princess of the ocean, had just sailed from Lon­ don, stopping at Santos, to New­ castle to take on a load of coal, bound for Mexillones, Chile. Brixham, who had lost his job sailing around the Cape of Good Hope sought refuge on the route around the Horn. We on ^the barque Dovenby, loaded to the simppers with a cargo of coal, sailed for Mexillones, on a sea filled with "graybeards," the storm, waves of the deep. They almost swamped us one cold day. Had we gone down no one would have known it, and the ship insurers, who were betting we would never make our destination, would have grown fatter on eur disappearance. We unloaded our cargo at Mexil­ lones by hand, and took on ballast of sand to make the trip up coast to Iquique, Chile, where we were to take on a load of nitrate bound for the European continent. Then we heard, to our great sor­ row, that the PanCan had opened. Freight rates dropped like an anchor, and the steamers, old tramps, rushed in to grab the rich nitrate trade, using the canal. There was suddenly no cargo left for us. We sailed next for Callao, Peru, to be provisioned lest we starve, and sailed straightway to Lobos de Tierra to take a load of guano for Antwerp. We were going to circle the Horn, of course. We spent two months at Lobos de Tierra, working by hand to load the guano to the scuppers, so the ship's owner could make a pound or two profit We sailed in July of 1914, home­ ward bound. After bracing the Dovenby's yards to the So'east trade winds, we headed for the Horn. A month of smooth sailing followed, and we found ourselves in the Cape Horn latitudes. The weather was clear and cold, but the wind was straight from out of the east, falling on us like a curse. We spent a full month rounding the Horn. We almost ran aground on Staten Island, while searching for some fresh water and provi­ sions of hard tack for the Atlantic crossing. We were 127 days out, near the choppy sea of the English Channel, when we were hailed by a British cruiser, her guns ready to fire. War had broken out In Europe, and our destination, Antwerp, was now in the hands of the enemy, Ger­ many. We were ordered to T<ondon. The 111 fated trip was not over yet, however, for on the morning of Nov. T, just 17 miles off Gravesend, the morning mist lifted and we were sighted by the Sindaro, a Dutchman. "The Java-bound liner had fallmi into' bands of the enemy, and she rammed- the Dovenby, leaving her orwv In swim for their lives iot tbe eeltf ocean. Wiitttr fiilV steam behind her, the Sndsni! rammed the Dovenby so hard the bow of 131e liner went half through the barque's hull. The jumped into the sea to escape in­ jury. All except Brixham, the old sailor. He was at the wheel when the ship was rammed and never left his post Steel Maker's Crew Praised For Tearnwork An exciting account of the fast and courageous action by Seafar­ ers aboard the Steel Maker (Isth­ mian) following its collision with the Texaco Wisconsin on the Dela­ ware River has been sent to the LOG by Fred Tampol, ship's dele­ gate on the SlU-manned ship. A story of the collision appeared in the August 21 issue of the LOG. As the crew came running, Cap,tain Gibbons oriJered life jackets donned and fire hoses manned. The ship's delegate says that the crew reacted spontaneously, and seconds later members of the deck and steward departments where hosing down the area where the crash occurred to prevent the in­ flammable cargo from igniting. Tampol reports that the crew, following the able directions of bosun Stanley Jandora, was able to get number 3 hatch opened in a matter of minutes. Meanwhile, the captain was barking orders from the bridge as if the ship were under enemy attack, according to the delegate. Well aware of the fast, efficient action of the SIU men in the crew at the time of the collision, the Steel Maker's master expressed lavish thanks to crewmembers for their spectacular performance. The Captain said that after wit­ nessing the teamwork the crew displayed, he couldn't ask for a better bunch of seamen to man his ship. Tampol says that the Steel Maker's crew is staying on while their ship la In dry dock at the Sun Shipyard in Chester, Pa. Gettrng • good look at th* damag* the dary after the SiMi Maker (isthmian) collided witii. the tanken Texaco- Wisconsin,, Fvod shi|3's delegate,, is taking notes for aw account for the EOG-. �i^agre Twenty-Two SEAFARERS Beptembw 18, 19W LOO SIt7 ikRRIVAZ.S ma Know Your Rights All of the following SlU families have received maternity benefits from the Seafarers Welfare Plan, plus a $25 bond from the Union in the baby's namei Kenneth Dale Wendorf, bom Cynthia Hapoleonis, born March Fred Woodrow Hoover, born De cember 10, 1963, to the Aldon February 29, 1964, to the Robert 7, 1964, to the Julio Hapoleonis', Wendorfs, Petoskey, Mich. Brooklyn, New York. Hoovers, Hammond, La. ti t> 'Sti 4 4 4 4 4 4 i 4" 3» 4 4 4 4 4 4 Phillip Smoke, born October IS, Joyce Jordan, born March 27, KalllopI Voyiazls, born Decem­ 1964, to the Philip Jordans, Jersey 1963, to the Charles Smokes, Mo­ ber 17, 1963, to the Demetrios bile, Ala. City, New Jersey. Voyiazls', Brooklyn, N.Y. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakea and Inland Waters District makes specifio provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed CPA audit every three months by a rank and file auditing committee elected by the membership. All Union records are available at SIU headquarters in Biooklyn. TRUST FUNDS. AU trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees In charge of these funds shaU consist equally of union and management representatives and their alternates. AU expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPINO RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avaUable in aU Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained In the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mall, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Earl Shepard, Chairman. Seafarers Appeals Board 17 Battery Place. Suite 1930. New York 4. N.Y. Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, cither by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Anpeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available In'aU SlU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and Uve aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and In the proper manner. If. at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official. In your opinion, falls to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. • EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOO. The LOG . has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual In the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from pub­ lishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or Its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September. 1960. meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested In an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one Individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity In the SIU unless an official Union receipt Is given for same. Under no circumstance should any member pay any money for any reason unless ho Is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or U a member Is required to make a payment and Is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should Immediately be reported to headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU pubUshes every six months in the SEAFARERS LOG a verbatim copy of its constitu­ tion. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc.. as well as aU other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. RETIRED SEAFARERS. Old-time SIU members drawing disabiilty-pensloB benefits have always been encouraged to continue their union activities, including attendance at membership meetings. And like all other SIU mem­ bers at these Union meetings, they are encouraged to take an active role la ail rank-and-file functions, including service on rank-and-flie committees. Because these oldtlmers cannot take shipboard employment, the membership has reaffirmed the long-standing Union policy of aUowing them to retain their good standing through the waiving of their dues. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed.. color, national or geographio origin. If any member feele that he is denied the equal rights to which he Is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATIONS. One of the baslo rights of Seafarers Is the right to pursue legislative and political objectives which will serve the best interests of themselves, their famUles and their Union. To achieve these objectives, the Seafarers PoUtlcal Activity Donation was established. Conations to SPAB are entirely voluntary and constitute the funds through which legislative and political activities are conducted for the benefit of the membership and the Union. If at any time e Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied hie constitutional right of access to Union records or Information, he should Immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquartera by certified mall, return receipt requested. Martin Barras, bom November Richard L. Gauthier, born Feb­ Beverley Sue Vaughn, born ruary 8, 1964, to the Robert L. 24, 1963, to the Stanley J. Barrae' August 21, 1963, to the Bradley Slidell, La. Gauthiers, Manistee, Mich. Vaughns, Jonesville, Va. 4> 4> 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Michael Joseph Moran, born Michael Coffman, born February Melinda Tucker, born February 7, 1964, to the Ulas Gene Coff- January 13, 1964, to the Raymond 4, 1964, to the Joseph A. Tuckers, Morans, Cleveland, Ohio. mans, Houston, Texas. Chickasaw, Ala. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Lori Jaye Saranthus,' born Oc­ James Rounds, born September Hilda Marlene Moreno, bom 26, 1964, to the John C. Rounds', tober 20, 1963, to the J. B. Saran­ February 1, 1964, to the Luis thus', Wilmer, Ala. Sulphur, La. Morenos, Houston, Texas. 4 4 4 4 4 4 Diane Landreville, born FebmWilliam Coyer, born February 4 4 4 27, 1964, to the William F. Coyers, ary 27, 1964, to the Luclan LandreKaren Duncan, born February villes, Hessel, Mich. Oswego, New York. 26, 1964, to the James K. Duncans, 4 4 4 Jr., Fort George, Fla. 4 4 4 Richard Troxclair, born June 24, William Jackson Weckler, born 4 4 4 January 17, 1964, to the Antone 1964, to the Calvin J. Troxclalrs, Edward Bramble, born March 6, New Orleans, La. Wecklers, Sturgeon Bay, Wise. 1964, to the Charles H. Brambles, 4 4 4 4 4 4 Atlantic City, New Jersey. John Thayer, born February 24, Trudy Debra Prescott, bom Feb­ 4 4 4 ruary 23, 1964, to the Dennis P. 1964, to the Thayer V. Thayers, Robert Allen Rahldeau, bom Manistique, Mich. Prescotts, Orlando, Fla. January 1, 1964, to the Albin RabiThe deaths of the following Seafarers have been reported deaus, Cheboygan, Mich. 4 4 4 to the Seafarers Welfare Plan (any apparent delay in payment Carole Ann McHale, born Janu­ of claims is normally due to late filing, lack of beneficiary ary 14, 1964, to the John J. Mccard or necessary litigation for the disposition of estates) t Hales, New York, New York. James Melvin Van Santen, 20: Robert H. Conway, 70i Brother 4 4 4 Conway died of heart failure in the Brother Van Santen died Aug. 9, Rohln Roberts, born January 81, 1963, of acciden­ 1964, to the Henry Roberts', Se­ South Chicago tal electrocution. attle, Washington. Hospital on After joining the March 29, 1984. 4 4 4 SIU Great Lakes A member of the Klnherly Joy Gohl, bom Decem­ District in 1960, Great Lakes Tug he sailed in the ber 26, 1963, to the Charles H. and Dredge deck department. Gohls, Alpena, Mich. Union, he sailed 4 4 4 Place of hurial as a tug lineman Randall Allbrlght born February was in Ridge until his retire­ Lawn Cemetery, 4, 1964, to the Robert Allbrights, ment in 1963 Gary, Indiana. Alpena, Mich. Surviving ia his 4 4 4 son, Robert H. Conway, Jr. Burial Iver E. Evavold was legally ap­ Alfred Smith, born December was at the St. Joseph Cemetery in pointed administrator of the estate. 21, 1963, to the Alfred Smiths, River Grove, Inn. 4 4 4 Somerdale, N.J. George A. Zalensky, 52: Brother 4 4 4 4 4 4 Edison Walker, 47t Brother Zalensky died April 4, 1964, of Pamela Ann Lahaye, bom Oc­ Walker died aboard the Aldina in natural causes tober 16, 1963, to the Lew Nolan while in Sopot, Bombay, India, Lahayes, Nederland, Texas. Poland. After on March 16, 4 4 4 joining the SIU 1964, of natural Paul Covington, born January in 1951, he sailed causes. A mem­ 10, 1964, to the James E. Covingin the deck de­ ber of the stew­ tons, Prichard, Ala. partment. He is ard department, 4 4 4 survived by his he joined the John Roberts, born January 12, sister, Mrs. Ma­ Union in Dec., Edsrar R. Goulet 1964, to the John A. Roberts', rina Roszkowski. You aro asked to get in touch 1938. He is sur­ Woodlawn, Va. Place of burial vived by his wife, with your daughter, Barbara, at 98 4 4 4 was not reported. East Brookline St., Boston, Mas*. Mrs. Catherine J. Ruth Esther Espanol, bom Walker. Burial was in Prichard, 4 4 4 4 4 4 March 6, 1964, to the Jose M. EsMalcolm MacArthur, 46: Brother Ala. Jerry McCarthy MacArthur died of natural causes panols, Bronx, New York. 4 4 Get in touch with your daugh­ 4 4 4 on Oct. 19, 1963, John F. Santos, 60: Brother San­ Stephen Llsenhy, born February ter, Kathleen McCarthy or her in the Detroit tos died of a heart ailment in the mother, Esther, at 703 East Fifth U. S. Public 9, 1964, to the Stephen Lisenbys, St., South Boston, Mass., Tel., USPHS Hospital Seattle, Wash. Health Service in Portsmouth, 268-5798, on an urgent matter. 4 4 4 Hospital. He was R.I., on March 4 4 4 James Francis Gravelle, born a member of the 20, 1964. A mem­ John J. Houlihan February 11, 1964, to the Eugene IBU-Great Lakes ber of the deck Your sister, Christine, of 27 WilTug and Dredge Gravelles, Brimley, Mich. department, h e mot Road, Waltham, Mass., re­ 4 4 4 Region and joined the SIU D1 Ann Valle, born January 21, quests that you contact her. sailed as a in 1939. He is 1964, to the Thoms P. Valles, Mel4 4 4 dredge deck vlndule, Mich. survived by his Edward Casey hand. He is survived by his wife, wife, Mrs. Mary Contact your wife Frances, at 4 4-4 M. Santos. Ho Mrs. Margaret MacArthur. Burial Regena Plante, born February 343 Melrose St., Brooklyn, N.Y. was buried in the St. Johns Ceme­ was in Our Lady of Hope Ceme­ 12, 1964, to the Francois M. 4 4 4 tery in New Bedford, Mass. tery, Brownstow Township, Michi­ Plantes, Komak, Texas. gan. Former SS Bonanza Crewmembers 4 4 4 4 4 4 Andy Anderson has lost a blue August .Joseph Princen, SO: 4 4 4 Douglas ClliTord, born January Brother Princen died at the Brook­ Benito Candamio, 77i Brother 30, 1964, to the Robert Cliffords, zipper bag with important papers inside. Anyone knowing its where­ lyn Army Termi­ Candamio died of natural causes Taylor, Mich. abouts is requested to write him at nal of accidental in the Jackson 4 4 4 causes on Jan. .2, Memorial Hospi­ Walter Johnson, born February 117 Giffin, Pittsburgh 10, Penn. 1964. Joining the 4 4 4 tal, Miami, Fla. A 11, 1964, to the Riley Johnsons, SIU in 1944, he Joseph E. Bailey member of the Belhaven, N. O. sailed in the deck You are urgently requested to SIU since 1938, 4 4 4 department. Hie he sailed in the William Wolcott, bom March 12, contact your wife at GR 2-0393, stepmother, Mrs. steward depart­ 1964, to the Richard C. Wolcotts, Tacoma, Wash., concerning an immediate ooeration for Jill. L e t a Stoeling, ment. He is sur­ Wayne, Mich. survives. He wae vived by his wife, 4 4 4 4 4 4 Susan. Burial was buried in the Daniel Dryden, born June 12, Edward Mooney Long Island National Cemetery in in Miami Memo­ 1964, to the James L. Drydens, Your wife, Josephine Mooney rial Park, Miami, Fla. Farmingdale, L.L San Pedro, Calif. would like you to call her at ill imHi. mi'i HE 6-8816 or write her at 652 Ocean Ave., Jersey City, N.J. and let her know your whereabouts. 4 4 4 Jameg B. Morton You are asked to contact Gloria Thedbald, 48, 60, 52 George St., Apt. J, Port-of-Spaln, Trinidad, on an urgent matter. 4 4 4 Ralph Kendorski You are requested to get in touch with Joe (Peanuts) Schaell at 9808 Linden Ave., North, Seattle, Washington. 4 4 4 Adrien Feoteau You aro asked to get in touch, with D. L. Adams, 4224 So., Derbigny Street, New Orleans, La. 4 4 4 Tax Refund Checks Income tax refund checks are being held for the SIU members listed blow by Jack Lynch, Room 201, SUP Building, 450 Harrison Street, San Francisco 5, Cal.r Margarioto Borja, Eugene L. Castano, Jr., Winfred S. Daniel, Fortunato Drilon, Wiliie Edwards, Orlando Fre^raa, Donald J. Hamp­ ton, Eigil E. Hjelm, Frank LaRosa, Sheffield Nerkitt, Robert W. Oslin, Arthur Da. Payton, Jorgen G. Pedersen, Champ C. Smith, Henry R. Smith, Charles E, SwRzer (2), Bernardo Tombocon and Yung Ploy Woo. �Sei>teinber 18, 19M SEAFARERS SIU-AGLIWD Meetings Pve Twentr-ltK* LOG All hospitalized Seafarers would appreciate mail and visits whenever possible. The following is the latest available list of SIU men in the hospital: ' Regular membership meetings for members of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are held regularly once a month on days Indicated by the SIU Constitution, at 2:30 PM in the listed SIU ports below. All Seafarers are expected to attend. Those who wish to be excused should request permission by tele­ gram (be sure to include registration number). The next SIU meetings will be: New York October 5 Detroit October 9 Philadelphia October 6 Houston October 12 Baltimore October 7 New Orleans .... October 13 Mobile October 14 USPHS HOSPITAL Dan Jenkins NorvlUe Sykes DETROIT. MICHIGAN Victor Kennedy U. B. Tangalin Bill Cowan Barney MaJJesla Mont McNabb J. C. Thompson Albert Henke Arlo Oho Henry Maas Angel Valdes James Howes H. Sanchez Warren Manuel Jerry Vinson Hubert Kangas Charles Stone Joyce Massey Milton WUliams Arthur LeBear Sidney Templeton Charles Matthews Wm. Woolsey, Jr. Clarence Lenhart Clayton Ward C. McMuIIIn J. Wunderlick Gordon McLaren USPHS HOSPITAL USPHS HOSPITAL SEATTLE, WASHINGTON FORT WORTH, TEXAS E. Ainsworth Howard Monteton George McKnew Charles Coburn Freddie Davocol Edward Sager Samuel Mills Arthur Collett Arthur Furst Henry West Raymond Ruppert Benjamin Deibler USPHS HOSPITAL Abe Gordon James Webb STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK Burl Hairc WUUe A. Young William Aldoman Jean Longhurst Thomas Lehay John Allen Thomas Maher SAILORS' SNUG HARBOR Vincent Astorino Denis Marcoly aj $ t STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK Ellis Bishop Donald McCowrn Daniel Gorman Thomas Isaksen Arnesto Callgiura Anstery Minors West Coast StU-AGLIWD Meetings Alberto Gutierrez William Kenny Henry Callahan John Natoli Edwin Harriman SIU headquarters has issued the following schedule through C. CampbeU Harold Nelson USPHS HOSPITAL Gabriel Colon David PasshkoS August, 1964 for the monthly informational meetings to be held in MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE Thomas Correll Alfonso Pavon James McGee Clifford Umfleef West Coast ports for the benefit of Seafarers shipping from WilJohn CuIIinson M. Reyes John Cunningham Gerald Rivera PINE CREST HAVEN NURSING HOME mingtonTSan Francisco and Seattle, or who are due to return from Hamitlon Dailey Jamie Rivera COVINGTON, LOUISIANA the Far East. All Seafarers are expected to attend these meetings, Carlos Diaz E. Rubio Frank Martin Howard Faulkiner Anthony Sc.iturro in accord with an Executive Board resolution adopted in December, VA HOSPITAL Natanll Garcia James Shiber NORTHAMPTON. MASSACHUSETTS 1961. Meetings in Wilmington are on Monday, San Francisco on H. L. Gardner Edward Simms Maurice Roberts Arvid GyUand Juan Soto Wednesday and Seattle on Fridav, starting at 2 PM local time. VA HOSPITAL Leroy Hanlon A. Stracciolini MARTINEZ, CALIFORNIA Anton Hansen V. Torregosa The schedule is as follows; Arthur Sigler US SOLDIERS HOSPITAL Wilmington San Francisco Seattle WASHINGTON, D.C. William Thomson Paul StowaU October 19 October 23 October 23 USPHS HOSPITAL •* November 18 November 16 November 20 NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA James Armstrong Philip Mendoza J" 4" i Bernsee Francisco Nadal where-meetings are heia at 2 PM. Thomas Guy Casey Harry O'Brien Great Lakes SIU Meetings The next meetings will be: Joseph Clement Harry Peeler S. Clinkscales James Redden Regular membership meetings Detroit . . . Sept. 21—2 PM James Davis Salbata Serio John Edwards W. R. Simpson on the Great l,akes are held on Alpena, Buffalo, Chicago, Cline Galbrenth Thomas Sims SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes the first and third Mondays of Cleveland, Duluth, Frankfort, Avery Galloway E. R. Smallwood Benjamin Hudgins Charles Smith each month in all ports at 7 PM September 21—7 PM & Inland Waters PRESIDENT local time, except at Detroit, Ji 3< 5« ' Paul HaU EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Cal Tanner SIU Inland Boatmen's Union VICE PRESIDENTS Regular membership meetings Earl Shgpard Lindsey Williams A1 Tanner Robert Matthews for IBU members are scheduled SECRETARY-TREASURER each month in various ports. The A1 Kerr HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVES next meetings will be: BUI HaU Ed Mooney Fred Stewart Philadelphia . Oct. 6—5 PM BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Rex Dickey, Agent EAstern 7-4900 Baltimore (licensed and un­ BOSTON 276 State St. licensed) Oct. 7—5 PM Riley, Agent Richmond 2-0140 DALLAS — Membership in the Ed DETROn 1022S W. Jefferson Ave. Houston .... Oct. 12—5 PM VInewood 3-4741 AFL-CIO American Federation of NEW YORK—A six months trial Norfolk ... Oct. 8—7 PM HEADQUARTERS ....675 4th Ave., Bkiyn Government Employees has in­ by the U.S. Coast Guard to deter­ N'Orleans .... Oct. 13—5 PM HYacinth 9-6600 creased by about 30,000 since HOUSTON 5804 Canal St. mine the feasibility to mark the MobUe Oct. 14—5 PM Drozak, Agent WAinut 8-3207 1962 to 140,000 arid at its present Paul entrance of New York Harbor with JACKSONVILLE. 2608 Pearl St., SE., Jax l" 4" 3^ rate of growth the union's rolls WUliam Morris, Agent ELgin 3-0987 a single light structure was re­ RAILWAY MARINE REGION MIAMI 744 W. Flagler St. cently begun. FRanklin 7-3564 Regular membership meetings will reach the 250,000 mark with­ Ben Gonzales, Agent in four years, delegates to the MOBILE 1 South Lawrence St. The Coast Guard will reposition for Railway Marine Region-IBU Louis Neira, Agent HEmlock 2-1754 union's 19th convention were told. Ambrose Light Vessel about 2.5 members are scheduled each NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. In his report to the Dallas par­ Buck Stephens, Agent ......Tel. 529-7546 miles to the southwest erf its pres­ month in the various ports at 10 NEW YORK 676 4th Ave.. Brooklyn ent position. Scotland Light AM and 8 PM. The next meetings ley, President John F. Griner HYacinth 9-6600 stressed the union's continued up­ Vessel, 5 miles southeast of Sandy will be: NORFOLK 115 3rd St. swing in membership and the Gordon Spencer. Acting Agent ..622-1892 Hook, N.J., will be removed dur­ Jersey City Oct. 12 2604 S. 4th St. need for expanded services and PHILADELPHIA ing the trial. Ambrose is the Frank Drozak, Agent DEwey 6-3818 Philadelphia Oct. 13 activities to take full advantage SAN FRANCISCO 450 Harrison St. world's most powerful light vessel Baitimore Oct. 14 of the collective bargaining rights Paul Gonsorchik, Agent ..DOuglas 2-4401 with a 2.5 million candlepower E. B. McAuley, West Coast Hep. •Norfolk Oct. 15 now available to federal workers SANTURCB PR ..1313 Fernandez Juncos light during periods of low GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE under an executive order issued Stop 20 visibility. REGION Keith Terpe. Hq. Hep. ... . Phone 724-2843 by the late President Kennedy in SEATTLE 2505 1st Ave. This will be the fourteenth time Regular membership meet­ Ted BabkowskL Agrart MAin 3-4334 the position of the light vessel ings for Great Lakes Tug and 1962. TAMPA 312 Harrison St. About 250 AFGE locals have Jeff GUIette, Agent marking the main entrance to Dredge Region IBU memters are 229-2788 WILMINGTON, Calif 505 N. Marine Ave. New York Harbor has been moved scheduled each month in the vari­ been recognized for bargaining Frank Boyne, Agent TErminal 4-2528 purposes at government installa­ NION AFGE Union Reports Rise In Members CC Studies Beacon For N.Y. Harbor since a light vessel was first estab­ lished there in 1823. On Thursday, the Coast Guard buoy tenders Firebusih and Oak will establish three new buoysi relocate a buoy, and remove a buoy at the harbor entrance im­ plementing this trial. In December 1964, the Coast Guard will hold a public hearing to determine if the temporary position of Ambrose Light Vessel is suitable for the erection of a fog signal, and radio beacon to mark the harbor entrance. The four legged tower, with a 9 million candlepower light, will be approximately 120 feet high and may be built by 1966 at an estimated cost of one million dollars. YOUCM'fSFEA< UP IF VOU'RE fJOTTWERE AtreHQ YOOR UNIOH WUtARLYl ous ports at 7:30 PM. The next meetings will Le: Detroit Oct. 12. Milwaukee Oct. 12 Chicago Oct. 13 ' Buffalo Oct.l4 tSault Ste. Marie .... Oct. 15 Duluth Oct. 16 Lorain Oct. 16 (For meeting place, contact Har­ old Ruthsatz, 118 East Parish. Sandusky, Ohio). Cleveland Oct. 16 Toledo Oct. 18 Ashtabula Oct. 18 ' (For meeting place, contact John Mero, 1644 West 3rd Street, Ash­ tabula, Ohio). 4i 4 4) United Industrial Workers Regular membership meetings for UIW members are scheduled each month at 7 PM in various ports. The next meetings will be: New York October 5 Baltimore October 7 Philadelphia October 6 ^Houston October 12 Mobile October 14 New Orleans ... October 13 * Meetings held sT Lacor Temple, New-, port News. t Meeting held at Labor Temple, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich, t Meeting held at Galveston wharves. tions throughout the nation, Griner declared. They represent about 175,000 federal employes including some who have thus far failed to join but are nevertheless In the bargaining units. Griner cited the recently-enact­ ed federal pay hike as a key un­ ion legislative accomplishment. Delegates were s^eduled to vote later in the convention on a number of proposals to increase the union's 75-cent per month per capita tax. Griner said the in­ crease is needed to expand or­ ganizing activities and' improve service to locals. Griner also urged the convention to call for a number^ of changes in the gov­ ernment's' labor-nianagelnent pro­ gram. Speakers early In the conven­ tion included Senate Civil Serv­ ice Committee Chairman Olin D. Johnston (D.-S.C.), Senator Ralph Yarborough (D.-Tex.), - Represen­ tative Joe Pool (D.-Tex.) and Rep­ resentative James Morrison (D.­ Ala.). Interior Secretary Stewart Udall, who was accompaning Yarborough on a visit to Texas, paid an unscheduled call on the convention and addressed the delegates. . Great Lakes Charles Haymond F. L. Travis Martin Hormer Charles Uribe Charles Johnson Thomas Vain L. G. Kropp Julio Valentin Cecil Leader F. Warner Chang Ling James Williams Gus Lopez Vernon Williamson USPHS HOSPITAL NORFOLK. VIRGINIA Larry Armstrong T. W. Forrest Rubin Berry George Moore Jesse Brown Charlie Phelphs Frank Buck Julian Wilson William Burnett Arthur Wroton Clyde Fields ^ USPHS HOSPITAL BRIGHTON. MASSACHUSETTS Gilbert Edwards Harold Robinson Robert King Walter Schuitz Robert O'Brien G. Spiliotis T. Patriquin USPHS HOSPITAL SAVANNAH. GEORGIA Lu Eari Giiiain Leon Webb Sam Walton Jack Nelson. Jr. Calvin Martin Miguel Hipolit Grover Maddox Lionel McLaughlin USPHS HOSPITAL SAN FRANCISCO. CALIFORNIA Hoy Bru Fred Reimolt Paul Clarke Harry Silverstein Abdo Hussein George Saucier Raymond Knoles -John Tierney Hubert Pousson Richard Zarragoza MLLS GREAT LAKES TUG S DREDGE REGION REGIONAL DIRECTOR Robert Jones Dredge Workers Section ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Harold F. Yon BUFFALO 94 Henrietta Ave. Arthur MiUer, Agent TR 5-1536 CHICAGO 2300 N. KimbaU Trygve Varden, Agent .... ALbany 2-1154 CLEVELAND 1420 W. 25th St. Tom Gerrity, Agent 621-5450 DETROIT 1570 Liberty Ave. Lincoln Park, Mich. Ernest Demerse, Agent DU 2-7694 DULITTH 312 W. Second St. Norman Jolicoeur, Agent RAndolph 7-6222 SAULT STE. MARIE Address maU to Brimiey, Mich. Wayne Weston, Agent BRimley 14-R 5 TOLEDO 423 Central St. CH 2-7751 Tug Firemen, Linemen, Oilers & Watchmen's Section ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Tom Burns ASHTABULA, 0 1644 W. Third St. John Mero, Agent WOodman 4-8532 BUFFALO 18 Portland St. Tom Burns, Agent TA 3-7095 CHICAGO 9383 Ewing. S. Chicago Robert Affleck, Agent ESsex 5-9570 CLEVELAND 1420 W. 25th St. W. Hearns, Fro-Tem Agent MA 1-5450 DETROIT-TOLEDO 12948 Edison St. Max Tobin, Agent Southgate, Mich. AVenue 4-0071 DULUTH Box No. 66 South Range. Wis. Ray Thomson, Agent Export 8-3024 LORAIN, 0 118 E. Parish St. Sandusky. Ohio Harold Ruthsatz, Agent . . MAin 6-4573 MILWAUKEE .. . 2722 A. So. Shore Dr. Joseph Miller, Agent . SHerman 4-6645 SAULT STE. MARIE .... 1086 Maple St. Wm. J. Lackey, Agent . .MElrose 2-8847 SECRETARY-TREASURER Fred J. Farnen ASSISTANT SECRETARY-TREASURER Rivers Section Roy Boudreau ST. LOUIS, MO 805 Del Mar ALPENA 127 River St. L. J. Colvis, Agent CE 1-1434 EL. 4-3616 PORT ARTHUR, Tex 1348 7th St. BUFFALO, NY 735 Washington Arthur Bendheim, Agent TL» 3>9250 CHICAGO 8383 Ewing Ave. RAILWAY MARINE REGION So. Chicago, HL SAginaw 1-0733 CLEVELAND 1420 West 25th St. HEADQUARTERS ... 99 Montgomery St. HEnderson 3-0104 MAin 1-5450 Jersey City 2. NJ REGIONAL DIRECTOR DULUTH 312 W. 2nd St. G. P. McGinty RAndolph 2-4110 ASSISTANT REGIONAL DIRECTORS FRANKFORT, BUch 415 Main St. R. H. Avery MaU Address: P.O. Box 287 ELgin 7-2441 E. B. Pulver HEADQUARTERS 10225 W. Jefferson Av. BALTIMORE. ...1215 E. Baltimore St. EAstern V-anoo River Rouge 18. Mich. VInewood 3-4741 NORFOLK 115 Third St. 622-1892-3 Inland Boatmen's Union PHILADELPHIA 2604 S 4th St. DEwey 6-3818 NATIONAL DIRECTOR Robert Matthews GREAT LAKES AREA DIRECTOR United Industrial Workers Pat Finnerty BALTIMORE 1216 E. Balllmore St. BALTIMORE ,...1216 E. Baltimore St. EA.stern 7-4900 EAstern 7-4B00 BOSTON 276 State St. BOSTON 276 State St Richmond 2-0140 .Richmond 2-0140 HEADQUARTERS 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn HEADQUARTERS 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn HYacinth 9-6600 HYacinth 9-6600 HOUSTON 5804 Canal St. HOUSTON 5804 Canal St. WAlnut 8-3207 WAlnut 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE 2608 Pearl St. SE JACKSONVILLE 2608 Pearl St.. SE. Jax ELgin 3-0987 ELgin 3-0987 744 W. Flagler St. MIAMI 744 W. Flagler St MIAMI FRanklin 7-3564 FRanklin 7-3564 1 S. Lawrence St. MOBILE 1 South Lawrence St MOBILE HEmlock 2-1754 HEmlock 2-1754 630 Jackson Ave. NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave NEW ORLEANS Phone 529-7.546 Tel 115 Third St. NORFOLK 115 Third St. NORFOLK Phone 622-1697-3 Tel. 622-1892-:PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4lh St. PHILADELPHIA 26J-i S nf: M DEwey 6-3818 DEwey C-3828 TAMPA 312 Harrison St. TAMPA 312 Harrison St Phone 229-2788 Tel. 229-2788 �SEAFARERS LOG S«pt. It 1964 ] OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO HE AFL-CIO officially endorsed President Lyndon B. Johnson ing the SlU, are making every effort to bring about the highest and his Vice Presidential running mate Hubert H. Humphrey possible vote for the Johnson-Humphrey team. The labor move­ for election on November 3rd, giving clear and positive reasons ment is mpking this effort so that every citizen in the country for its call to union members across the country to give the Demo­ may have the opportunity to express themselves on the issues cratic ticket their whole-hearted backing. when they cast their ballots. Never before has the presidential candidate of a major party T At the same time the Goldwater-Miller ticket was rejected by the labor federation as representing everything opposed to leg­ islation and policies which are considered important to the wellbeing of working men and women of America. Both of the compiled such an anti-labor record. In this year's Senate session alone, Barry Goldwater has demonstrated his anti-union posi­ tion by voting against such labor-backed bills as medicare for their inception. To best defend the working man's interests in Amerka over the aged, the expansion of social security and the civil rights act. An example of the AFL-CIO drives to bring out voters in communities across the country is the effort of the Hudson Coun­ ty, New Jersey, AFL-CIO unions in which the SlU is playing a major part. For a look at this typical union campaign, turn to the next four years, the AFL-CIO and its affiliated unions, includ­ page 12. Republican candidates are committed to the destruction of the rights and gains which have been made by labor unions since � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 18, 1964 Description An account of the resource Headlines: FIRE SWEEPS EXPLORER; CREW’S COURAGE CITED SIU CALLS FOR ACTION ON RUNAWAY SHIPPING 62 SEAFARERS QUALIFY AS ELECTION NOMINEES SENATE, HOUSE MEET ON P.L. 480 MEASURES EIGHT SIU MEN RETIRE ON 150 PENSIONS ABIDIJAN – PORT OF CALL FOR SIU CREWMEN ANNUAL REPORT GREAT LAKES SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN U.S. DOLLAR OUTFLOW INCREASES NEW CANAL ROUTE STUDY BILL OK’D DOMESTIC SHIPPING HIT IN COURT RR RATE RULINGS LABOR’S DRIVE TO REGISTER ALL VOTERS MEDICARE BILL STYMIED; AMA UNWRAPS BIG GUNS ANTI-UNION VIEWS AIRED BY FLORIDA RAILROAD BOSS RADIATION TREATMENT OF FISH TO CREATE WIDER SALES AREAS CATCH LIMITATIONS FALL; WHALING INDUSTRY DYING Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/18/1964 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXVI, No. 19 1964 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/3bc43929128504cb0d38bf5349c3162a.PDF 0d05fbe6fc9f9b47d278dd32cd051aa9 PDF Text Text ­f­  :  SPECIAL  STRIKE. ISSUE  SPECIAL  STRIKE  ISSUE  • Ki '  The Maritime Commission Acts as Chief Fink­Herder  I  llf.­ On  Thursday afternoon, the  Maritime  Commisssion  threw  all  discretion  AGENTS  OF  THE  GOVERNMENT,  WITH  THE  DIFFERENCE  THAT  to the  winds  and  openly  discarded  its  veil  of  "impartiality"  to  appear  in  THE  GOVERNMENT  WOULD  BE  DICTATING  TERMS  TO  ANY  SEA­ MEN  THAT  WISH  TO  SIGN."  full  l^ew  as  chief  strike­breaker  in  the  maritime  industry.!  In other words, THE SHIPOWNERS WILL RETAIN  ALL THEIR  DEM­ It "seized" three Alcoa  Company ships in  the name  of  the' Government  OCRATIC  RIGHTS  TO  MAKE  ALL  THE  PROFIT  THEY  CAN.  On  the  and  proceeded  to  organize  their  manning  with  scabs.  At  the  same  time,  the  Commission  announced  that  this  procedure  would  be  followed  on  all  other  hand,  THE  GOVERNMENT  WILL  DICTATE  TO  THE  SEAMEN  the  struck  ships.  The  Government  is  going  to  run  the  ships,  they  an­ WHAT  WAGES THEY  WILL RECEIVE!  What  is  this  but  the  crassest  kind  of  strike­breaking  by  a  govern­ nounced, under  emergency powers granted  for  National Defense.  ment agency acting as the  cats' paw of  the employers? What  kind of  democ­ O,  National  Defense,  what  crimes  are  committed  in  your  name!  Here  is  how  these  actions  of  the  Government  agency  will  work  out,  racy" is this which  acts for  the  employers and  DICTATES to  the workers?  The seamen  who man  the ships carrying lend­lease and national  defense  according  to  the  New  York  Times  on  Friday:  materials  are  asked  to  risk  their  lives  in  order  to  get  through  aid  to  the  "How  the  operation  will  work  out  was  not  clear  as  it  has  no  prece­ "Democracies" in a  war against "Dictators."  dent.  It is  possible  that  the  government,  having  possessed  the  ships,  WILL  Are these  same seamen  to be  deprived of  their own democratic rights at  ­ALLOCATE  THEM  TO  PRIVATE  INTERESTS  FOR  OPERATION  ON  home?  What  kind  of  a sham  and  mockery  is  this?  THE  GOVERNMENT  ACCOUNT.  IN  THIS  CASE  IT  IS  LIKELY  THAT  It  is  clear  that  we  are  facing  an  open  and  avowed  strike­breaking  ALCOA  WILL  RECEIVE  THEM.  move.  The Seafarers have no other recourse  but to stand firm on  their picket  "THUS  ALCOA  WOULD  BE  OPERATING  ITS  OWN  SHIPS  AS  lines and  meet  this  move  like  all other fink­herding  moves!  OFFICIAL ORGAN  OP THE  ATLANTIC AND  GULF DISTRICT,  SEAFARERS' INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA  VOL. Ill  NEW YORK,  N. Y.,  FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1941  No. 18  lOLD FRIIII.SPREAD TE­UP  <$>  Calls for Coastwise  Ballot  for  General  Strike  Members  of  the  Sailors  Union  of  the  Pa­ Union  took  place  at  the deadline set  by  the  U.S.  cific  joined  the. strike  of  the  SIU  for  a  Maritime  Commission  for  the  requisitioning  of  In  Reply  to  Intimidation  sr|  6  S.U.P. JOINS  THE  FIGHT  higher  bonus  at  noon  on  Thursday,  Septem­ the  previously  struck  vessels  unless, the  Union  Meeting  in  special  session  at  11  A.M.  on  ' ber  l8, 1941,  after  coastwise  meetings  of  the  agreed  to  compulsory  arbitration.  SUP  decided  on  such  action  upon  a  vote  Labor  solidarity  was  the  seamen's  answer  to  Thursday  morning,  September  18,  1941,  the  called  by Secretary­Treasurer  H.  Lundeberg.  this  threat  of  the  Government  agency  to  inter­ New  York  members  of  the  Seafarers  Interna­ In  New  York  the  SUP  tied  up  the  S.S.  Min­ vene  and  break  the  strike  on  the  shipowners'  tional Union on strike for a higher  bonus voted  nesbtam  the  S.S.  Oklahoman  and  the  S.S.  Sea­ terms.  West  Coast  and  East  Coast  seamen  are  to authorize their officers to conduct a coastwise  thrush  at  once  and  prepared  to  follow  suit  with  now  bound  together,  pledged  to  obtain  the  just  poll of  the Union declaring a General  Strike on  any  other  foreign  run  SUP  ships  coming  into  demand  for  a  higher  bonus  to  the  men  who  sail  all  ships!  the  ships  and  take  the  daily  increasing  risks.  port.  This action of  the striking membership came  The  SUP  was  joined  in  this  action  by  the  In  action,  under  pressure,  in  the  very  New  York  branch of  the  Marine  Firemen, Oilers,  midst  of  a  crucial  situation,  the  seamen  on  in reply to an  ultimatum given  the Union by  the  Wipers  and  Watertenders  of  the  Pacific.  The  both  coasts  have  demonstrated  practical  United  Stataes  Maritime Commission  to  submit  blackgang  on  these  three  ships  walked  off  to­ unity.  The  action  of  the  SUP  and  MFOW  the dispute  to  arbitration  by  noon  that  day,  or  gave  living  evidence  of  the  old  war­cray  of  else  sec  the  ships  requisitioned  by  the  govern­ gether  with  the  sailors.  This  step  towards  greatly  strengthening  the  the seamen:  "An  injury  to  one is  an  injury  ment.  to  all!"  strike  called  by  the  Seafarers  International  p.  Marine  Cooks  Smash  Move  A  telegram  from  Admiral  E.  S. Land,  Chairman  of  the  Mari­ time  Commission  (printed  else­ where  in  this  issue),  which  in­ corporated  the  ultimatum,  was  Your  fellow  American  seamen,  who  are  members  of  the  read  to  the  mefiobership  by  John  Hawk,  Secretary ­ Treasurer  of  Picket  lines  are  holding  tight.  Seafarers'^Intemationai  Union  and  the Sailors  Union  of  the  More  than  650  strikers  are  regis­ the SIU.  SEAMEN!  Pacific have gone on strike for larger  war bonuses and larger  life  insurance.  •  • • i'\ .•   ]­­:'r •  I;­ ^  "7"  I.­'­'?• • ''•   New York Strike  SIDELIGHTS  • 31  •  'SI  ­:;3;  '1,  I  (i  tered.  Each  man  is  assigned  to  Immediately  there  was  an  4­hour  watches.  No  one  fails  a  uproar  from  the  assembled  watch,  with  three  to  ten  men  to  For  many  months,  ever  since  the  S.S.  Robin  Moor  was  tor­ strikers  and  cries  of  "No,  a  picket  line  coristantlv.  At  Pier  In  a  smashing  blow  to  the  pedoed  in  mid­Allanlic  and  an  SIU  crew  had  to  spend  three  18,  West  Side;  Pier  K.  Weehaw­ no!"  "Thumbs  Down,"  etc,,  ken;  Pier  3,  Brooklyn  and  Pier  weeks in  lifeboats  before they  were  fortunate enough  to  be  picked  misleaders  who  head  the  Na­ echoed  throughout  the  hall.  10,  Staten  Island,  pickets  are  on  tional  Maritime  Union,  the  up,  we  have  attempted  to  use  the  regular  machinery  of  negotia­ Speaker  after  speaker  got  up  the  march,  watchful  against  ^ny  and  all  forms  of  finking.  Not  a  membership  of  the  Marine  tion,  mediation,  and  what  have  you  to  raise  these  bonuses.  We  to  state  the  case  of  the strikers.  fink  has  gone  through!  The  ships  have  met  with  no success,  and  have  been  forced  to  the  conclusion  Negotiations  had  been  going  on  are,tied  up  tighter  than  a  door­ Cooks  and  Stewards  of  the  that  the  Maritime  Commission  and  the  shipowners  were  merely  for  more  than five  months  with  nail.  Pacific  overwhelmingly  de­ kicking  us  around.  *  *  *  no  results,  spe^ikers  said.  That  feated  affiliation  to the  NMU  The strike hall on the third We  are  now  engaged  in  a  great  strike.  The  Maritime  Com­ is  why  they finally  took  action.  floor is teeming with pickets in  a  coastwise  referendum.  mission  has  decided  to  test  whether  these  unions  or  any  other  They  had  no  agreement  to  changing watches. Steaming hot The  vote  as  announced  in  unions  can exercise  the ordinary  rights  and  use  the common  wea­ abide  by  an  arbitration  award,  coffee and sandwiches refresh others  stated,  and  consequently  them to take up their task of ­^sn Franciseo  was  l,2fi6  to  89.  pon  of  shore labor  to secure  what  is  plainly  theirs  in  justice.  (Continued on Page S) (Continued on Page 2) .(Continued on Page 4) (Continued on Page 4) 'ij  �Friday, September  19, 1941  THE  SEAFARERS'  LOG  "Arbitration"  ATLANTIC  &  GFLP  BISTRKJT  Cry  Used  as  Seafarers­  International  Union  Published  by  the  of the k  of  North America  r«­ Meeting Calls for Coastwise  Ballot  for  General  Strike  to  Intiniidation  (Continued  from  Page  1)  I  with  the  committee  that  the  'Affiliated  toith  the  American  Federation  of  Labor  arbitration  would  only  mean  West  Indies  were  war  zone  more delay  and  the possible  need  Ready  to  meet  the  Govern­ to  go  out  on  strike  again  later.  and that a bonus would  prob­ HARRY  LUNDEBERG,  Acting  International  President  110  Market  Street,  Room  402,  San  Francisco,  Calif,  ment  anxiety  to  get  defense  They  wanted  to  settle  this  issue  ably  have  to  be  paid.  The  ADDRESS ALL CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING THIS materials  to  West  Indies  once  and  for  all, this  time! Tliat  Committee  thereupon  made  PUBLICATION TO: . bases  and  bauxite  for  air­ was  the  import  of  one  speech  the  following  proposal  to  "THE SEAFARERS'  LOG"  Alcoa:  plane  almunium  back  fropi  after  another.  P.  Q.  Box  25,  Station  P,  New  Vork,  N.  Y.  To  sail  the  Alcoa  Company's  the  islands,  the  Seafarers  In­ New  ships  have  been  raided  ' PA'OWI^:  BOwling'Greeh 9­3437  ship,s  provided  that  a"  $30  a  ternational Union  made a sep­ since  the  strike  began,  rank  and  month  bonus  was  agreed  upon  arate  proposal  for  a  settle­ file  seamen  stated.  And  the  dan­ THE  PINKY  NMU  OFFICIALDOM  ment  of  the strike  on  the  Al­ gers  to  shipping  were  increas­ at  once  as  a  minimum,  with  a  ing daily  with  the  application  of  permanent  rate  between $30  and  coa  Line  ships.  the  Government's  policy  to  .$00  per  month  to  be  left for  set­ The  Union  offered  to  sail  llie  tlement  by  arbitration.  shoot  Nazi  raiders  on  sight.  ships  upon  agreeynent  on  a  mini­ Some people are under  the impression  that Curran's color  "Now is  the time  to decide  I  Captain  Theobald  stated  that  is  Red.  To  us 'it  looks  mofe  like  plain  ordinary'YELLOW,  mum  $.30 a  month  bonus  at once,  the  issue  of  the  war  bonus."  he  regarded  that  as  a  fair  com­ with  a  more  permanent figure  promise  and  said  that  he  would  The  Yellow  that  usually is  associated  with  scabbery.  ranging  between  $.30  to  $(50  to  That • • sums up  the  sentiment  take  it  up  with  the  President  of  Curran  and  Company's  attitude  toward  tiie  crucial  strike  of  be  left  to  arbitration  after­ of  the  men  expressed  at  the  the  company  and  the  other  offi­ the  Seafarers  International  Union  for  a  hi^ylier  bonus,  faced  with  wards.  Thursday  meeting.  Later  on  cials.  Maritime  Commission  strike­breaking in  favoj:  of  tlie  shipowners,  Captain  Theobald  of  the  Al­ theii­  civil  rights  may  be  Just  before  the  Special  Meet­ is  iiotliing  but  aid  and  comfort  to  tlie  strike­breakers.  The  NMU  coa  Company  agreed  that  this  "bla,cked,  out"  by  further  ing  opened.  Hawk  declared,  top  officialdom  are  just  true  to  their  colors.  was  a  fair  proposal  and  told  war  measures  of  the  govern­ Theobald  called  him  to  tell  him  In  an  editorial  in  the  current  issue  of  his  "Pilot,"  published  the  Union  committee  meeting  ment,  the  men  felt.'  that  the  jjroposal  was "no  soap"  at  the  very  time  when  the  Maritime  Commission  in  collusion  with  with  him  that  he  would  take  it  After  nearly  an  hour  of  dis­ and  that  the  Company  would.be  the oiJerators are  carrying through  their finky  seizure of  the Alcoa  'up  with  his  superior  officers.  cussion  along  these  line.s,  the  guided  by  the  Maritime  Com­ ships, Curran  dubs  the  SIU strike  as  a  "bum  beef"  and  a  "flukey  Later  on,  he  called  up  to  in­ membership  voted  to  reaffirm  its  mission's  ultimatum..  True  to  Their  Cplp/s  strike"  and  furnisJies  the  enemies  of  the  strikers  with  "argu­ ments." As  usual, he  aids the  bosses and stabs  the fighting  workers  in  the  back,  which  is  about  what  can  be  expected  of  the  yellow,  tyeacherous  and  double­crossing  hangers­on  of  the  Stalinite  Com­ munist  Party ^machine.  form  the SIU  that  this  proi^osal  was  unacceptable.  "The  offer  was  '­efused  by  the  company,"  we  read  in the  New  York  Times  of  Friday,  'Sept. ' i it,  "on  the  ground  that  it  >ras  not  an  offer  "Just  to  up  and  call  a  general  .strike  over  a  secondary,  issue,"  says  the  "Pilot" editorial,  "looks  like  a  hum  beef  of  ARUI'TR^TION  but ­ an­ other  demand  for  a  war  bonus."  to  us."  To  the  hardened  bureaucrat  in  the  swivel­chair  of  his  oflace,  a  higher  bonus  and  adequate  war  risk  insurance  for  seamen  who  are  ready  to lay  dp^ their lives  ip dangerous  "Mlers'.is  j"ust''a  "secoiadiry  igpe'*!  "  '  • '  1  A  Strange  Reason  LAND'S  WIRE  WASHINGttiN,  iJ.C.f^SEPTEMBER  17, 1911  .roHN  BAWR  SECKETAHY­TKEASLUlSIt,  SEAPAKEltS  INTL.  UNION  ATIANT^O  AN1>  lit/lip  bisTiUcts  STGNE  ST..  NEW  YORK  '  BE  ADVISED  THAT, THE POUIiOWINf; DECISION  HAS  BEEN  MADE  BY  THE'UNITED  STATES  MABITIME  COMr  MISSION:  THE  MARITIME  COMMIS.SION  WILL  REQUf­ SITION  POR  USE  VESSELS  NOW  BEING  HELD  IN  PORT  UNLESS  AN  AGREEMENT  TO .STTRMIT  TO  ARBITRATION  THE MATTERS  NOW  UNDElt  DISPUTE  HAS  BEEN  MADE  BY  NOON  EASTERN  STANDARD  TIME  THURSDAY  SEP­ TEiMGER  EIGHTEENTH.  E.  S.  LAND,  MARITIME  COM.MISSION.  What  an  astounding  rea.Son!  In  the  case  of  the  Robin,  the  Waterman,  the  Calmar  and  the  What  do  the  National  Maritime  Union  rank  and file,  who  face  South  Atlantic  Lines,  the  ship­ the  risks  of  death  on  the  high  seas  and  whose  families  face  the  owners  claim  that  they  have  an  prospect  of  insecurity,  say  to  this  craven  jiiece  of  skullduggery  agreement  with  the Union  which  put  out  by  their  leaders  as  an  argument  against  a  strike  when  binds  it  to  arbitration,  referring  original  stand  to  remain  out  on  This  report  aroused  resent­ to  the  agreement  on  the  basis  of  these  same  people  admit  tlie  SIU  men  are  "out fighting  like  hell  which  their  tied  up  ships  were  strike  until  concrete  counter  ment in the  crowded hall. The  to  win.?"  released  on  July  8 th.  What  l^roposals  for  higher  bonus  pay  men  felt  that  the  Maritiipe  In  its  previous  issue,  the  "Pilot"  carried  an  article  by  Joe  claim  does  Alcoa  ba.se  it.self  on?  and  more  adequate  war  risk  in  Commission  and  the  govern­ . . Curran  charging  the  SIU  with  a  .sell­out,  The  strike  followed.  surance  were  offered  by  the  ment  were  interfering,  with  The  ­  Alcoa  companv  was  shipowners.  So  Curran  calls  this  a  bona fide  strike  "flukey."  Apparently  the  a  settlement  favorable  to  the  NOT  IN  THE  SLIGHTEST  determination  of  the  SIU  to  strike  for  its  dcihands  on  the  war  Brother  Hawk  reported  to  Union.  Without  the  Commis­ INVOLVED  DURING  THE  bonus  i.s  the  "sell­but"  Curran  was  referring  to.  Tlie  NMU  rank  the  meeting  that  the  negoti­ sion's  ultimatum^  the. consen­ TIE­UP IN JULY,  NOR  WAS  and file  can  now  judge  for  themselves  as  to  who  is  really  sell­ IT  A  PARTY  TO  THE  ating committee  had  met  ear­ sus of  opinion  was,  the A,lcoa  ing  out.  AGREEMENT  SIGNED  lier in the morning  with  Cap­ beef  would  already have been  On  the  one  side  stands  the  strildng  SIU­SUP  member­ ship.  On  the  other  side  stand  the  employers,  the  Maritime  Commission and the finks. Curran and  Company have  ranged  themselves  on  the  side of  the latter  and  against  the striking  seamen.  The  NMU rank  and file  will  also  take sides in  this  struggle.  We,  for  one,  do  not  believe  that  the  militant  sea­ men  iu  the  ranks  of  the  NMU  will  range  themselves  on. the  side of  Curran in  this dispute.  In  our  last  issue  we­asked: "In  the  case  of  a  strike  on  SIU  ships  for  an  adequate  bonus,  will  it  be  too  much  to  ask  Curran  and  Co.  to  refrain  from  their  usual  raiding  and  strike­breaking  activity  against  the  SIU?  Or  will  these  apostles  of  "Unity" con­ sider  plain,  common,  decent  labor  solidarity  with .the  striking sea­ men  as  also  'pulling  the  5lU's  chestnut.s  out  of  the fire'?"  Curran  has  given  an. indication  of  his  apswer.  He  is  al­ reiady  arguing  oh  the  side  of  the  shipowner^  Will  he  go a  step, further  how. andf  actually  attempt  to  supply  scabs  on  the  struck  vessels  which  are  being  seized, by. the. Maritime  'Commission?  Is that  what the  Stalinist C. P.  policy of  "All­ Opt  Aid  to  Britain  apd  Russia" will lead  the  NMU  to?  Win  the  NMU  rank  and file  allow  this  indecent  attack  oh labor  solidarity  to  go  the full  length.  A « ^  ^ A  m  ^  A M ^  ' 1  A J  Xia.'  '^TH/TTT  X  With  Curran's finky  pdlicy,  the  resulfs  of  the  "Unity"  cam­ paign  are  already  becoming  more  and  more  apparent.  La.st  month  the  West  Coast  Marine  Firemen  voted  overwhelmingly  to  defeat  a  proppsa)  to, affiliate  with  the  NJMU­CIO.  That  was  a  telling  blow.  • > '  1:  tain  Theobald  of  the  Alcoa  settled  that  morning.  Steamship  Company.  He  re­ In  an  additional  move  to  This  action  on  Alcoa's  part  pprted  that  the. Union  tlom­ counter  the  openly  strikebreak­ merely  shows  up  the  whole  niittee  had  submitted  a  spe­ ing  action  of  the  Maritime  Cora­ scheme  of  the  shipowners  in  mi.ssion,  a  motion  Avas  put  be­ cial  offer to the  Alcoa  people.  their  cry  for  arbitration  as  a  fore  tlie  meeting  ordering  that  Captain  Theobald  had  agreed  pure  and  simple  racket.  THEN.  a  General  Strike  A'ote  be  taken  This week  a still more powerful blow has been  dealt  Cur­ up  and  down  the  coa.st,  if  the  ran's phoney  "Unity" by  the  West  Coast Marine  Cooks  and  Commi.ssion  went  through  Avith  Stewards,  who  followed  the  MFQW  lead  and  likewise  de­ its  intention  of  requisitioning  the  struck  ships.  feated  affiliation  to  the  NMU­CiO  by  a  vast  majority.  The  A  tremendous  roar ­of  "Ayes"  Marine  Cooks  were  qonsidered  as  "practically  in  the  bag"  went  up  Avhen  a  vote  AvaS  called  by  the Stalinist  wreckers  in  control  of  the, NMU.  Their  ac­ for  on  this  motion.  Not  a  sin­ tion,  like  that  df  the  Firemen  is  only  the  beginning  of  a  gle  di.s.scnting  voice  came,  for­ mighty  protest  wave against  Curran  and  Company !s  disrup­ Avard  in  opposition.  tion and  outright support  of  the shipowners and  their agents  A  holiday  spirit  pervaded  the  in  the  government, agencies.  meeting.  The  men  backed  up  their  negotiating  committ:ee .Ayith  These  signals  from  the  West  Coast  and  Curran's  latest  bit  of  finky  behavior  in  the  SIU  strike  show  that  unity  of  the  .seamen  great  enthusiasm  and  interrupt­ can  be  achieved  only  despite  and  against  the  fakers  at  the  head  ed  calls  for  the  spread  of  tjie  strike  Avith  repeated  cheers.  of  the  NMU.  After  the  meeting  was  coiiclnd­ In  the  course  of. strike  action,  unity  is  more  significant  than  ed,  the  men  'literally  swarmed  ever.  The  sincere  NMU  rank, and file  whp  want, unity  will  show  arpnnd  the  dispatcher's  des^_. to  it  in  the  course  of  the  strike  by  blocking  Curran's  scab  moyes  volunteer  for  picket  duty.  and  by  rangirg  themselves  in  solidarity  on  the  picket  lines  of  Not  a  single  struck  ship  must  tlie  Seafarers  International  Union  and, tbe  Sailors  Unipn  of  the  10  moved.  That  summed  up  tHe  Pacific.  .spirit  of  the  strikers.  (i­ .r.  "...  ­Jv  j I  Ml  �Friday,  September  19,  1941  THE  SEAFARERS'  LOG  What Is the Maritime  Niew York Strike  Commission Game ?  SID£LI(SKTS  Now  that  the  shipowners  have  been  shown  by  strike ac­ tion that the seanien mean  business,  the United  States Mari­ tinie Commission  steps into  the  picture.  The  stipovmers cannot  inbve  the  tied­up  ships  scheduled  for the  war ^hes because they have no seamen to man  them  at  the'present  bonus  rates,  which  the  men  regard  as  pure  and  simple  robbery.  So  the  hlaritime  Commission  issues  an  ULTIMATUM!  (C'oiiiinued  from  Paye 1)  holding  the  lines  solid.  Galions  of  coffee  and  hundreds  of  sand­ wiches  are  turned  out  under  able  direction  of  Steward  Department  men,  Bill  Atwood  and  ' Walter  Fisher.  •   •   •   Strike  meetings  on  the  Sixth  floor  are  packed  to  the  rafters.  Six  hundred  crowd  into  the  hall,  scores  are  in  the  hallway,  many  more  wait  downstairs.  Fifty  to  sixty  men  take  the  floor,  many  of  them  men  who  never  spoke  in  public  before.  Every  speech  ex­ presse.s  the  same  determination  to  carry  the  fight  on  to  a  success­ ful  conclusion.  »  •   «  Whom  is  tlie  ULTIMATUMS  directed  at?  Not  the  shipown­ Just a Stooge?  ers,  of  course!  They  are  not  In  whose  interest  is  the  Mari­ asked  to change  their  tune  by  as  time  Commission  acting?  Is  it  much  as  a  wliisper.  Their  an­ just  a  pure  and  simple  stooge  swer  to  the  seamen's  demands  of  the  shipowners  who  have  was  arbitration!  The  Commis­ been  out  to  wreck  the  Unions  sion  ultimatum  demands:  arbi­ and  beat  down  seamen's  wages?  "Let  the  Government  take  tration !  The  Seafarers  Internationa  over  the  ships,"  says  one  striker,  and  the  Sailors  Union  of  the  "we  can't  get  a  much  rawer  deal  Sings Same  Tune  Pacific  once  before  had  occasion  than  we  have  already­  gotten  The  Maritime  Commission  is  to fight  a  Maritime  Commission  from  the  shipowners.  We  are  en­ a  government  agency.  It is  sup­ move  in  the  interests  of  the  titled  to  a  bonus  that  will  cover  posed  to  stand  "above  all  shipowners.  That  was  when  the  the  risks.  All  we  are  asking  for  justice.  We're  out  to  get  jus­ ^ cesses."  It  is  supposed  to  be  Commission  attempted  to  rein­ is  tice.  That's  our  right  and  no  one  "impartial" ! Here  is  a  dispute  troduce  the  government ­ run  can  take  it  from  us."  Cheers  and  between  operators  and  working  Fink  Fliring  Halls.  The  Sea­ a  round  of  applau.se  follow  from  men.  The,  jattev  ask  for  a  men's  unions  then  did  not  hesi­ all  over  the  hail.  *  •  *  higher  bonus.  The  former  say:  tate to counter  that strike­break­ Crews  of  ships  that  have  not  Sail  the ships  under  the  present  move  with  picket  lines  yet  been  struck  Join  the  battle  ' conditions and  submit  to arbitra­'  around  the  Maritime  Commis­ with  the  contribution  of  fighting  tion.  So  the  Maritime  Commis­ sion  offices.  They  stopped  the  funds  to  the  strike.  Heading  the  sion  shows  its  "impartility"—it  move  to  place  them  back  in  the  list  are  the  S.S.  Francis  Salmon  crew  with  $10.50  and  the  crew  of  takes  no  sides  in  the  dispute,  sliackles  of  the  Fink  Hiring  the  S.S.  Comet  with  $l5.95.  Sea­ not  at  all.  It  strikes  a  happy  Hall.  men  who  cannot  participate  in  the  strike  because  of  work  "compromise"  and  only  asks  Eemember  the  Fink  Hall!  ashore,  likewise  send  in  their  the  seamen  to  sail  the  ships  and  Tbe  Unions  will  not  shrink  contributions.  submit  to  arbitration!  •   •   •   back  this  time  either.  They  will  If  the  issue  were  not  so  cru­ A  circular  addressed  by  the  answer  the strike­breaking  move  Strike  Committee  to  the  NMU  cial  and  so  tragic  in  its  impli­ of  the  Commission  to  requisition  men  on  the  S.S.  Caribqueen  cations,  tlus  display  of  alleged  the  struck  ships  and  man  them  (printed  elsewhere)  is  met  by  disinterestedness  by  a  govern­ .with finks.  They  will  face  this  the  crew  members  with  "Atta­ ment  agency  would  be  funny  njove  with  the  same  spirit  as  in  boy,  we're  right  with  you."  Sev­ eral  of  the  men  declare  that  they  enough  to  make  the  Gods  roar  the fight  against  the  Fink  Hall.  will  "see"  Curran  and  Co.  about  with  laughter.  if  the  Maritime  Commission  the  NMU's  official  stand  on  the  Eiit  the  dispute  is  serious  en­ is  out  to  act  as  a  stooge  of  the  beef.  •   *  *  ough.  The  lives  of  men  are  at  shipowners, if  it  is out  to do  the  A  leaflet  addressed  to  "Amer­ stake  on  foreign  runs  as  never  strike­breaking  which  the  oper­ before.  They  merely  ask  for  ators  at  present  don't  dare  un­ ican  Seamen"  asking  them  to  join  in  support  of  the  SILJ  action  added  protection  and  care  for  dertake,  the  Unions  will  react  is  distributed  by  strikers  at  the  their  families  in  keeping  with  as  they  do  to  all. strike­break­ NMU  hail  on  Eleventh  Avenue  the  growing  risk.  That's  what  ing,  from  any  source:  With  a  and  gets  such  a  good  response  from  the  rank  and  file  sailors  the  bonus  issue  amounts  to!  fighting  and  determined  picket  New  Bisks  Admitted  Does  the  Maritime  Commis­ sion  or  the government  it  rcprc­ ^sents  deny  that  risks  have  been  increased,  as  the  shipowners  have  all  these  months  of  nego­ tiation?  Why,  the  government  itself  is  the  loudest  to  annoiinec  the  increased  danger  to  Amer­ ican  ships  in  the  foreign  zones!  Tjiat's  why  convoys  are  being  organized!  That's,  why  the  President  has  ordered  the  Navy  to  shoot  Nazi  raiders  on  sight!  Does  the  Maritime  Commis­ sion or  the government  hold  that  no  bonus  is;  necessary  for  the  seamen?  Why,  the  Maritime  Commission  itself  pays  IpO^  bonus  on  the  Panamanian flag­ ships operating  to  war  zones  un­;  der  its  directiori!  Or, is  the  Commission's  game  to  reduce  the  average  pay  on  V^erican  ships  to  the  $5.'5  it  pays  on 'the "foreign­flag  ship  vessels it operates ? Is an  agertdy  of  the  United States  government  out  to  break  down  the  American  tgtahdard  of  living  fought  for; so  t)rig  by  American  rnaritime  la­ 5or?  line!  The  demand  for  a  higher  bonus  is  a  just  demand.  Not  only  the  seamen,  but  all  the  world  which  reads  of  new  sink­ ings  of  American  merchant  craft every  day, knows that. The  strikers  are fighting  for  justice  to the  seamen.  Ono Cop Who's  On Right Side  Pier  3  in  Brooklyn  Is  not  too  damn  close  to  strike  head­,  quarters  and  some  of  the  strikers^ flOt_ lost  on  the  way  there  to  do  a  trick  on  the  picket  line.  After  wandering  around  in  the  wilds  of  Brook­ lyn  for  a  while, they  suddenly  discovered  they  didn't  have  the  carfare  necessiary  to  com­ plete  the  trip.  "Why  not  ask  the  cop  on  the  corner  there  for  the  dpugh,"  Qrie  of  the  strikers  suggested.  It  sounded  screwy  but  they  trl^d  It:'  •   "  The  cop  not  only  gave  them  the  carfare  but  asked  the  boys  In "Tor  a  cup"  of  coffee,  so  they'd keep  warm  on  the pier!  there  that  several  of  them  post  it  up  on  their  official  biiiietln  board  in  the  hall!  •   • •     Word  comes  through  by  wire  that  the  SUP  has  voted  to  join  the  strike  at  noon  Thursday.  Pandemonium  breaks loose  in  the  strike  hall.  «  »  •   On  the  picket  lines,  grim  and  determined  faces  show  the  spirit  of  the  men  who  pace  up  and  down  to  see  that  the  ships  stay  tied  up  tight  until  the  strike  is  won.  *  *  *  A  number  of  men  from  the  army  transports  have  shown  up  at  strike  headquarters  and  volun­ teered  to  Join  the  picket  lines.  A  decent  b,pnus  sounds  good  to  them,' too!  »  •   *  At  pier  15,  West  Side,  a  Navy  truck  pulled up  to  take  a  load  off  a  struck  shlpi  The  gob  driving  the  truck  took  one  look  at  the  picket  line  and  didn't  wait  for  sbrfie  admiral  to  give  him  orders.  He  turned  the  truck  around  and  drove  back  to  the  garage.  *  *  *  Brothers  from  the  Marine  di­ vision  of  the  IBEW  (Electrical  Workers)  have  also  volunteered  to  Join  our  lines.  The  shipowners  may  have  the  rnaritime  Commis­ sion  on  their  side,  but  there  Is"  no  question  about  which  sjde  all  good:union  men  have  chosen.  SEAFARERS'  INTERNATIONAL  UNION  OF  NORTH  AMERICA  Atlantic  &  Gulf  District  • • h­h  .  Secretary­Treasurer^s Office  Room  213  —  2  Stone Street,  New  York  City  P. O.  Box  25, Station  P  Phone:  BOwliag  Green  9­3437  DIRECTORY OF BLANCHES BRANCH  ADDRESS  PHONE  NEW  YORK  2  Stone  St.  BOwllng  Green  9­3437  „  ^  Dispatcher's  Office  ..BOwling  Green  9­3430'  BOSTON  330  Atlantic  Ave.  ...LIBerty  4057  PROVIDENCE  .. 465  South  Main  St.  ..Manning  3572  BALTIMORE  ...14  North  Gay  St.  ...Calvert  4539  PHILADELPHIA  .6  North  6th  St  Lombard  7651  NORFOLK  25  Commercial  PI.  .. Norfolk  41083  NEW  ORLEANS  309  Chartres  St  MAgnolia  3962  SAVANNAH  .... 218  East  Bay  St  Savannah  3­1728  JACKSONVILLE  .136  East  Bay  St  Jacksonville  5­1791  TAMPA  20G, So.  Franklin  St.  .Tampa  M­1323  MOBILE  56  So.  Conception  St. Dexter  1449  TEXAS  CITY  ... 105  ­  4th  St.,  N  Texas  City  722  MIAMI  1348.  N.E.  First  Ave.. Miami  2­2950  SAN  JUAN  8  Covadonga  St  'San  Juan 1885  M  SPEAK  FOR  THEMSELVES  '  •  •  •   '  .  ­5  ,  ,J  T  WASHIXGTOxV,  D.C.,  SEPTEMBER  17, 1941  JOH.V  HAWK  SEOKETAliy­TKEASURER,  SEAFARERS  INTL.  UNION  ATLANTIC  AND  GULF  DISTRICTS  2 STONE  ST.,  NEW  YORK  WE  ARE  IN  RECEIPT  OF  A  LETTER  FROM  FRANK  .1.  TAYLOR  PRESIDENT AMERICAN  MERCH.ANT M.ARINE  INSTITUTE  DATED  SEI^E.MBER  FOURTH  ADDRESSED  TO  THE  UNITED  ST.ATES  DEPARTME*NT  OF  LABOR  RE­ QUESTING  THE  APPOINTMENT  OF  AN  ARBITR.VTOR  ON  W.4R  BONUS  ISSUE  IN  ACCORDANCE  WITH  AN  AGREEMENT  DATED  JULY  8, 1941,  E.^ECUTED  BY  THE  SEAFARERS INTERN.ATION.4L  UNION  OF  NORTH  AMER­ ICA  AND  THE  SEAS  SHIPPING  COMPANY,  THE  SOUTH  ATL.ANTIC  STEAMSHIP  LINES  AND  THE  WATERMAN  STEAMSHIP  CORPORATION.  IS  IT  TOUR  UNDERSTAND­ IxNG  THAT  THE  SECRETARY  OF  LABOR  SHOULD  NOW  APPOINT  AN  AltBlTRATOR  AND  THAT  HIS  DECISION  IS  TO  BE  BINDING  ON  ALL  PARTIES.  PLEASE  lyiBE  REPLY.  J. R. STEELMAN,  DIRECTOR  OF  CONCILIATION.  J. E. STEELMAN,  DIRECTOR  OP  CONCIIAATION  DEPT.  OF  LABOR,  WASHINGTON,  D.  C.  The  Seafarers  Iiiternatlunal  Union  of  North  .America  takes  t!ie  position  that  the  agreement  signed  on  July  8,  1941,  with  the South  Atlantic, Seas  Shipping,  Waterman  and  Caluiar  Steamshii)  Companies  was  bioken  by  these  compa­ nies,  and  ne  have  so  informed  the  companies  and  the  Alari­ time  Commission.  Under  these  circumstances  the  Union  does  not  feel  inclined  to  submit  this  niatter  to  arbitration.  The  agreement  states  a  meeting  will  be  chlled  as  soon  as  possible  to  include  all  interested  unions  and  companies.  This  was  not  complied  with.  First  the  Licensed  Officers  iiiet  seperately  with  the  companies.  The  Seafarers'  representa­ tives  were  barred  from  this  meeting.  Second,  one  week  lat­ er,  .iugust 19,  1941,  all  the  unlicensed  unions  met  with  the  companies, and  the ctniipanies  allowed  this  meeting  to  break  up  under  the  protest,  of  all  the  maritime  unions  except  the  National  Maritime  Union.  The  Chalnuan  acting  for  the  Ma­ ritime  Commission  allowed  this  meeting  to  adjourn  to  re­ convene  at  a  later  date  knowing  that  on  the  record  several  tmions  stated  their  unions  Avould  not  be  represented  at  tliis  conference  again.  Third,  the  Seafarers  attended  several  meetings  with  the  operators  of  these  companies  in  New  Y<uk  in  an  elVort  to  reach  an  agreement  satisfactory  fo  both  parties.  The  com­ panies  refused  to  negotiate  under  the  subterfuge  that  they  were  waiting  for  th.e  confei'ence  to  leconvene.  Fourth  tliei'e  is  nbthiiig  in  the agreeiiu nt  which  states  the  decision  of  the  arbitrator shall  be final  and  binding  to  both  parties.  JOHN  HAWK.  I­ STRIKE  FUND  HONOR  ROLL  Tiie  following  brothers  have  made  voluntary  contributions  to  the  Strike  Committee:  CHEW  OF  THE  S.S.  FRANCIS  SALMON—J.  Deppner,  $1;  M.  Noble  5bc,  E.  Carlton  $1;  B.  Lupton  .$1,  O.  Dover  $1,  K.  Rain  ,$1,  F: S.  Jonslon  .$1,  R.  Corey  $1,  E.  Adams  50c,  B.  Pullen  50c,  H.  Bridges  .$1,  R.  Tjpzkowski  ,$1—­,$10.50.  CREW  OF S.S.  COMET—A.  Pato $1,  V.  Fernandez  $1,  J. Paz  $1,  H. Bei­endt  $1,  W­  Chadder 50c,  A.  Anecros  50c,  A.  Lopez  $JL,  J.  Gomez  $1,  J.  Vicza  50c,  M,  Otero  .$1,  WN  Christ of erson  SOc,  M.  Mgchadq  50c,  Ni  Kraljio  5bc,  M.  Zefric  50c,  G.  Berube  50c,  D".  hladison  ^Oc^G.'  Peterson  50c,  J.'  Ozga.  .50c.  J.  Joimson  50c,  J. Pacliecd  JiOc, W.  Kalier .50c,  pj Wise .50c. T.  Moran 25c,  M. Cor­ ria  2.5c,  J. Sylvia  50c,  J.  Rivers  2,5c—.$1.5.7,5.'  il 1.1  JI  �''5­' =•   THE  SEAFARER S '  L O G  'What^s Behind  Alcoa's Ciy  W "Holding Up  Dofenso"  Marine  Cooks  Smash Move to  Join N. M. U.  Friday, SeptemBer  1^, 19'  What About This  Arbitration^^ issue?  {Continued  from  Page  J)  A  great  hullabullo  has  been  raised  around  the  question  As  could  have  been  predicted,  one  of  the  companies  Balloting  returns  were  made  of  arbitration.  Any  time  you  talk  to  a  shipovirner  about  an  struck in the  bonus tie­up  of  the Seafarers, the Alcoa  Steam­ answer  to  the strikers'  demands  for  a  higher  bonus,  he  an­ ship Company,  immediately  came out  in the newspapers with  public  last  Wednesday.  The  misleadership  ,  of  the  swers  you:  "We  abide  by  the  agreement  to  arbitairte.**  "  the  cry:  The  strike  is  holding  up  the  defense  output  of  NMU  had  counted  on  a  com­ What  agreement  do  they  refer  to?  aluminum!  plete  victory  in  the  Cooks'  ref­ It's  not  the  reluctance  of  the  000.  The  Senate  National  De  What  the  Agreement  Actually  Called  For  endum,  after  conducting  a  ..MiiS- -r .'V'ry­i'  is­  .:."  L—'#  .  greedy  shipowners  to  pay  the  fense  Investigating  Committee'  It  seems  that  on  July  8th,  when  the  SIU  released  the  ship.s  seamen  a  few  dollars  a  mont  counsel  made  the  following find  months'  long  campaign  for  "unity"  with  all  kinds  of  money  then  unofficially  tied­up  for  a  bonus,  an  agreement  was  signed  in  war  bonus,  but  the  insistence  ings  in  this  connection:  spent  to swing  the  vote.  Also  in  with  the  Robin, Calmar,  Waterman  and South  Atlantic lines. That  of  the  seamen  on  this  bonus  Tricky  Contract  which  is  holding  up  "defense  "... Alcoa is  protected  all  their  favor  was  the  fact  that  agreement  was  also  counter­signed  by  a  representative  of  the  Stalinist  C.P.  influence  was  as  Maritime  Commission.  It  called  for  a  conference  in  Washington,  output."  the  way  in each  provision,  strong  in  the  leadership  of  the  participated  in  BY  ALL  UNIONS and  all  the operators, in  order  According  to  these  public­ the  govenrment  is  not .  Marine  Cooks  organization  as  it  to  settle  the  bonus  issue.  In  case  of  an  unsatisfactory  settlement  spirited  gentlemen, the  shipown­ there  were  no  provisions  in  ers  are  apparently  pious  patri­ the  contract  to  enforce  com­ is  in  the  top  oflicialdom  of  the  at  the  conference,  all  parties  agreed  to'  consider  arbitration,  NMU.  Despite  their  Stalinist  ots,  not  out  to  make  a  nicke  pletion  of  the construction  of  leaders, however,  and  in spite o  • without stating  that  they  7vould  abide  hy  an  arbitration  award  as  on  the  transport  and  production  v:  the  plants  within  any  stipu­ all  the  pressure  from  their  ma­ binding.  We  repeat, all  parties  agreed  to this.  of  aluminum.  Greed  and  avarice  These are the  facts.  and  lack  of  concern  for  national  lated  time  .  .  . Further, if  ehine  on  the  East  Coast,  the  The Truth  of  the  Matter  welfare—that's  something  the  power  contracts  are  not  rank  and file  defeated  this  move  in  sensational  fa.shion.  forthcoming,  he  said,  Alcoa  Now  what  is  the  charge?  The  charge  is  that  the  Union! is"  seamen  are  guilty  of!  That  this  cock­eyed  "argu­ can side­step  the contract and  Phoney  "Unity" on  Ice  breaking  the  agreement  by  refusing  to  arbitrate.  On  the  other  ment"  gets  any  mention  in  the  be reimbursed  by the govern­ hand,  the  shipowners  claim  that  they  are  abiding  by  the  agree­ The  referendum  vote  of  the  press  at  all  is  due  to  the  ship­ ment  for  all  time,  labor  and  ment  in  agreeing  to  arbitrate.  What  is  the  truth  about  this  at­ Cooks, following the  equally dis  owners'  and  their  pals,  the  expense  incident  to  the  proj­ tempt  to  becloud  the  issue  and  to  make  the  Union  appear  as  the  newspaper  owners'  reliance  on  ects  up  to  the  time."  (See  astrous  defeat  that  their  cam  culprit  in  the  case?  paign  suffered  in  the  recent  ref­ the  ignorance  of  the  reading  'Journal  of  Commerce"  of  erendum  of  the  West  Coast  The  truth,  is  that  the  agreement  signed  in  July  was  vio­ public.  An  acquaintance  with  above  date.)­ ­ Firemen,  definitely  places  Cur­ lated  by  the  operators  and  the  Maritime  Commission  whea  the  facts  explodes  the  altruistic  That's the  kind of  "sacrifices"  ran's  phoney  "Unity"  drive  on  they  failed  to  hold  a  conference  participated  in. by  ALE  claims  of  the  shipowners  and  these  patriots  are  willing  to  ice.  The.se  actions  can  only  be  UNIONS!  It was  they  who called  a separate  conference  of  the Aluminum  trust  at  once.  make  for  that  "national  de­ interpreted  as  powerful  jjro­ ships' officers  unions!  It was they who  called a  separate con­ The  Facts  'en.se"  which'they  use  as  a  club  tests  against  the anti­labor  poli­ ference  of  the  radio  operators'  unions!  It  was  they  who  What  are  the  facts?  over  the  seamen  and  their  other  cies  of  the  C.P.,  which  domin­ called  a  seperate  conference  of  the  unlicensed  personnel's  1.  The  Alcoa  ships  carried  workmen.  ates  the  NMU  officialdom,  as  unions!  .  the  raw  product  which  is  essen­ Enormous  Profits  well  as  rank  and file  resentment  If  that  wasn't  violating  the  agreement,  it  was  a  pretty  good  tial  to  the  production  of  what  5.  The  same  investigation  re­ against  the  union­breaking  tac­ imitation  of  it.  as  now  the  No.  1  defense  mate­ vealed  that  the  Company  had  at  tic.s  of  Curran  and  Co.  Next,  at  the  conference  with  the  unlicensed  seamen's  rial—aluminum  for  war  planes  first  put  the  price  of  completed  It is  to be  expected  that these  —long  before  the  present  war  aluminum  at. 17  cents,  which  most  recent  moves  on  the  West  unions,  when  the  National  Maritime  Union  walked  out,  the  ­jperiod  started.  Its  major  cargo  would  have  given  them  _a  net  ^^ast  will  serve  to  stir  up  the  SIU, together  with other upions represented, insisted on  Con­ was  bauxite  then.  It  is  bauxite  profit  of  cents  a  pound.  In  smoldering  revolt  against  the  tinuing.  It insisted  on abiding  by the  agreement  of  July 8.  mow.  the  course  of  negotiations  with  Curran  misleadership  on  the  Again,  the  shipowners  and  the  Maritime  Commission  took  2.  The  Alcoa  company  the  government,  during  which  East  Coast.  he  NMU's  walkout  as  a  pretext  for  breaking  up  the  con­ Jonght  the  American  stand­ they  obtained  the  above­men­ 'erence.  Again  it was  they who  violated  the agreement!  ard  of  wages  and  working  tioned  contract  as  a  sop,  Alcoa  After  these  experiences,  can  the  Maritime  Commission  and  conditions  for  seamen  before  graciously  consented  to  reduce  shipowners  say  with  a  straight  face  that  the  July  8th  agreement  the  war  on  its  foreign­flag  the  price  to  15  cents.  This  stll  remained  in  effect?  • ships. It  is doing  the same  on  gives  them  a  net  profit  of  from  What  is  this  but  unmitigated  brass?  to  ^2  ^  cent  a  pound.  Their  • American­flag ships  now.  All  The  Shipowners  Broke  the  Agreement/  '  that has  changed is  that they  schedule  calls  for  the  produc­ Capt. Granville  Conway,  New  tion  of  no  less  than  1,500,000,­ The  agreement  called  for  a  conference  of  ALL  UNIONS  to  now  can  resort  to  "national  000  pounds  of  aluminum  a  year,  York  District  Manager  of  the  lay  down  terms  of  a  higher  bonus,  then  to  arbitrate, if  necessary.  defense"  as  a  subterfuge  for  which  would  give  them  a  net  Maritime  Commission,  has  been  talking big  these past few  If  the shipowners  do not  abide by  the first  part of  the  agreement,  their  anti­labor  policy.  profit "on  production  alone  of  days.  In an  interview with  the  what  justification  can  they  possibly  have  in  demanding  tliat  tKe  3.  The  Aluminum  trust,  of  something  like  $4,750,000  a  press he  thundered  at  the  SIU  Union  abide  by  the second  part?  which  Alcoa  is  merely  a sub­ year!  and  warned  that  if  we  didn't  The hullabulloo  about  "arbitration" is  clearly  just  an  attempt  sidiary,  was  so  patriotic  that  Aside  from  this  cool  $5,000,­ reach  an  agreement  with  the  owners  (accept  the  boss  to  smear  the  Union.  It  is  an  attempt  to  intimidate  the  Union  a  recent  investigation  by  a  000  profit,  approximately,  the  terms),  he  was  going  to  take  That  attempt  is  a  complete fizzle.  Congressional  Committee  re­ Aluminum  trust  also  reap.s  huge  over  all  the  ships  and  break  By  refusing  to  meet  the  Union  on  an  equal  footing,  the  (Vealed  an  alleged  deal  on  re­ profits  from  the  mining  of  the  the  strike.  "We  will accept anyone  who  operators  and  the  Maritime  Commission  forced  the  Union  to  take  :stricting  production  and  set­ bauxite,  carried  on  with  cheap  has  a  seaman's  certificate,  strike  action.  The  Union  relea.sed  the  ships  in  July  on  a  pledge  • ting  prices  for  aluminum,  native  labor  in  Dutch  Guinana  whether  he  is  a  union  man  or  of  the Maritime Commission  and  the shipowners  to settle by  nego­ • concluded between  it and  the  and  a  fortune  in  the  transpor:­ not,"  he  said.  tation  of  this  same  product  on  This  amounted  to  a  left­ tiation. ' Two  and  a  half  months  later  the  issue  remained  where  German  trust  in  the  same  the  ships  of  the  Alcoa  Steam­ handed  invitation  to  Joe  Cur­ it  was  in  July.  The  Union  is  out  to  get  a  settlement  this' time.  field,  which  remained  in  ef­ ship  Company,  all  of  which  is  ran  to  help  him  break  the  It  will  not  allow  itself  to  be  hornswogglcd  again.  :fect  long  after  the  present  lit;*-:. controlled  by  the  same  little  strike.  When  reporters  asked  the  ranti­Nazi and  pro­British  pol­ clique  of  greedy  men.  :icy  of  the  U.  S.  Government  And  these  men  can't  afford  to  Captain  what  his  policy  on  bonuses  would  be  if  he  took  Jiad  been  declared  oflacial  ad­ pay  a  bonus  of  $1  or  $2  a  day  over  the ships,  he  made  a very  oninistration  policy.  (Continued from Page 1) to  the  seamen  who  move  the  funny  crack  (though  he  meant  4.  A  recent  congressional  in­ ships  in  all  kinds  of  weather  it  seriously):  The  Maritime  Commission  has "requisitioned" the  ships,  "Seamen  know  that  the  "vestigation  into  the  subsidizing  and  brave  the  risks  of  bombing  Maritime  Commission  Is  'al­ and  it  is  believed  that  they  will  hand  them  rig;ht  badk  to  • sof  Government  contracts  with  or shelling or  torpedoing! These  ways  fair,"  he  said  with  a  their  real  owners  simply  making  those  owners  "opefating  ithe  Aluminum  trust  (see  the  are  the men  who  berate  the sea­ straight  face.  agents."  • Jl^oumal of  Commerce,  Sept. 17,  men  for  lack  of  "patriotism"  Of  course  that is  nothing but  a  subterfuge to  break  this strike.  3941,  front  page)  disclosed  the  when  they  stand  up  for  their  NOTICE  It  has  been  stated  that  members  of  tlie  National  Maritii]g(e  ^following  facts:  right  to  some  protection  against  Union  will  man  these  ships  because  the  Seafarers'  contract  '  The  Company,  in  order  to  dangers  and  to  some  compensa­ James  Monroe  Cooper  "broken."  .  >;  meet  Government  production  re­ tion  for  their  risks! What  is al­ Please get in  touch  with  the  We. are giving  yon  these facts  because we  know  that i(/  • quirements, forced  the  govern­ leged  concern  for  "national  de­ following  or  your  lawsuit  will  be  vacated  on  October  3,  Mr.  you knew the real facts, nothing in the world can  make  yK'^  ment  to  subsidize  the  construc­ fense"­  worth  when  it  comes  Shaw,  Clerk  of  Court,  Room  tion of  additional  production  fa­ forth  from  the  mouths  of  such  210,  Post  Office  Bldg.,  New  scab  on  us.  cilities  to  the  tune  of  $62,009,­ anti­labor  profiteers, as these?  SIU  STBiKiS  OOMMITTEE,  NEW  YOBS.  Orleans,  La.  And  He  Kept  A Straight Face!  SlAMiN!  liiV^'  • •   • ii­i  � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata 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Title A name given to the resource September 19, 1941 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Description An account of the resource Headlines: THE MARITIME COMMISSION ACTS AS CHIEF FINK-HERDER HOLD FIRM, SPREAD TIE-UP S.U.P. JOINS THE FIGHT MARINE COOKS SMASH MOVE TO JOIN N.M.U SEAMEN! NEW YORK STRIKE SIDELIGHTS ARBITRATION CRY USED AS A RACKET TRUE TO THEIR COLORS LAND'S WIRE WHAT IS THE MARITIME COMMISSION GAME? TWO TELEGRAMS THAT SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES ONE COP WHO'S ON RIGHT SIDE STRIKE FUND HONOR ROLL WHAT'S BEHIND ALCOA'S CRY OF 'HOLDING UP DEFENSE' MARINE COOKS SMASH MOVE TO JOIN NMU WHAT ABOUT THIS ARBITRATION ISSUE? AND HE KEPT A STRAIGHT FACE Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/19/1941 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. III, No. 18 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America 1941 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c44ea17dcb3ca383afcf76ef3942d931.pdf a8bef7ffb8bc22edcb9be73649e58708 PDF Text Text HEm  AWARDS  SEAFARERS  LOG  i!...  ''4  • .­W  ­Story On Page 3  •  OFFICIAL  QRGAK  OF  THE  SEAFARERS  INTERNATIONAL  UNION  •   ATLANTIC  AND  GULF  DISTRICT  •  AFL  • *  r^.'";  • .  "lu­r''  MTD CONVENTION  MAPS  52 DRIVE  ?  \  Story On Page 3  11  'fe:'*  • 0:  m­.  •  Kent  Cooper  (center), executive director of the As­ Congrats From  AP. sociated  Press,  offers  his  congratulations  to  Herb  Brand  (right), editor, and  Ray Denison, managing  editor  of  the SEAFARERS  LOG,  after the LOG was  awarded t^ee prizes in the annual  journalism contest of  the Inter­ natioifal  Labor  Press of  America  for 1952.  (Story On Page 3)  _  r^mmm  A rank and file Committee  f nspecrf on  I our. from the Baltimore branch  looks  over  one  of  the  many  available  buildings  that  could serve as a new branch hall.  Selection of  a site will  be made soon.  (Story On Page 3)  ki?A  I  I  .vr Ji J  fl  �SEAFARERS  LOG  P«e Two  rain. Sevtemli^ 1«. 195S  Freighter  Pact  Welcome Mat Out  For  AFL  Conclave  Nearly Complete;  i  Tankships Next  liS:'  IIS  "More  than  800  delegates  attending  the 71st  convention  of  the  AFL in  New  York  City's  Hotel  Commodore  this  week "were  welcomed  by  SIU  representatives  and  invited  to  visit  SIU headquarters and  view  the functioning  of  the Union.  ' •   A  special  four­page  in vita­ tidn,  featuring  photos  of  the  SIU  headquarters and  of  Sea­ farers  on  the  job  was  distributed  to every delegate  along  with copies  of  the SEAFARERS LOG. This  ma­ terial  attracted  considerable  atten'"  The finishing  touches  are  now  being  put  on  a  brand  new  tion  at  the convention  with  the re­ SIU  freight  agreement  which  will  be  the standard  through­ sult  that  many  delegations  made  out  the  SlU­manned  dry  cargo fleet.  The  SIU  negotiating  plans  to  visit  the  Union  hall  and  committee  and  shipowner  representatives  have  all  but  com­ take in  the Union's  new night  cluby  pleted  rewriting  the entire freight  contract from  top  to  bot­ the  Seven  Seas  Room.  tom with  a new set of  general+  Representing  the  SIU  at  the  rules and working rules to ap­ that  it  will  be able  to cohaplete  the  convention  sessions  were  Harry  Lundeberg,  Paul  Hall,  Morris  ply  when  the  new  agreement  new  tanker  contract  ahead  of  the  September  30  deadline  when  both  goes  into  effect.  Weisberger,  Andrea  Gomez  and  The  virtual  completion  of  the  agreements  expire.  The final  con­ Matthew  Dushane.  freight  agreement  means  that  SIU  tracts,  when  arrived  at,  will  be  Labor  Unity  Sought  negotiators  are  now  free  to  go  subject  to  ratification  by  the  SIU  As in  previous AFL  conventions,  membership.  ahead  with  revision  of  the  tanker  the  AFL's  desire  to  unify  all  of  agreement.  Meetings  will  start  Negotiating  for  the  Union  are:  labor  in  one  national  organization  shortly  with  representatives  of  SIU Secretary­Treasurer  Paul Hall,  was  strongly  expressed.  In  the  SlU­contracted  tanker  outfits  to  Joe  Algina,  deck  department;  Bob  opening  address  to  the  convention,  write  a  new  contract  in  that field  Matthews,  engine;  and  Claude  AFL  President  William  Green  which  will  represent  a  consider­ Fisher,  stewards.  able advance over  the existing  one,  made a  strong plea  for labor  unity,  and  further  widen  the  gap  be­ and  as  a  starter  /invited  John  L.  tween  conditions  on  SIU  vessels  Lewis,  president  of  the  United  and  those  of "non­union  outfits.  Mine  Workers,  to  return  to  tlie  AFL  with  his  union.  ^  Rules  Improved  SIU  negotiators  expressed  their  The  coming  elections  also  drew  satisfaction  with  the  contract  re­ a  great  deal  of  attention  with  sev­ eral  prominent  political figures  in­ vision. They  declared  that  the  new  cluding  both  presidential  candi­ contract  rules  are  written  more  dates,  General  Eisenhower  and  clearly  than  the  old  ones  so  that  Governor  Stevenson,  addressing or  they  can  be  easily  understood  by  scheduled  to  adv./  jss  the  conven­ the crews,  and  represent  a sizeable  tion.  improvement  in  working  ' condi­ tions  and  more  generous  overtime  Reflecting  vastly  increased  AFL  delegates  to  the  71st  Convention  at  New  York's  Hotel  Com­ Other speakers,  including  Secre­ modore  read  the  special  four­page  invitation  to  visit  SIU  head­ SIU  services  to  the  member­ provisions.  tary  of  Labor  Tobin,  Averell  Har­ By  standardizing  the  agreement  ship,  the  resolution  for  the  quarters  while  in  New  York.  riman  and  Governor  Dewey  of  for  all  dry  cargo  companies  with  1953  election  of  officers  calls  for  New  York  referred  to  the  coming  the  exception  of  specialized  opera­ filling  49  elective  posts  through­ elections,  with  the  Democratie  tions  like  the  Seatrains,  the  nego­ out  the  Atlantic  and  Gulf  District  speakers  making  a  plea  for  the  tiating committee  has won  for Sea­ —the  largest  number  of  elective  election  of  a  Democratic  Congress.  farers  assurance  that  the  same  posts  to  be  filled  in  the  Union's  Final decisions  of  the convention  rules  and  conditions  will  apply  no  history.  The  resolution  was  ap­ on  political  questions  and  other­ matter what  ship they  may  be  on.  proved at  headquarters and  branch  matters  were  not  yet  available  as  Crew  Suggestions  membership  meetings  on  Septem­ the  convention  still  has  another  Appearance of  a new publication, the "Atlantic Fleet News,"  A  considerable  part  of  the  revi­ ber" 10,  thus  formally  opening  the  is the  latest development  in  the stepped­up. SIU campaign  to  week to  run.  They will  be reported  sions  made  in  the  agreement  in­ in  the  next  issue  of  the  SEAFAR­ cluded  suggestions  made  by  ships'  Resolution specifying offices  prganize  tankermen  of  the  Atlantic  Refining  Company.  The  ERS LOG.  crews  themselves.  All  SIU  ships  to  be  filled  and  qualifications  were  polled  earlier  in  the  year  necessary  for  nomination  are  and  asked  to send  in  their  sugges­ on  Page  8.  tions  as  to  what  they  wanted  in  the  new  freight  and  tanker  con­ PUBLISHED  EVB»T  TITO  VEBg BY  THE  iHI ATUHTIC  TAHKER  FLEET  mSAFIZIMl? CtWWTTjS.  *F1­ way  for­ nomination  of  candidates.  tracts.  ' Establishment  of  a  standard  The  deadline Tor  nominations  is  freight  agreement  followed  on  the  October  15,  with  balloting  begin­ WtrttTWHintt  —  ­  • '  WAY TQ  C£T  TRUTH  OUT.  Insistence  of  the Union  negotiators  ning  in  all  ports  on  November  1  Deep­Sfa  Men  MANIC  AND  ffl£ OROUP CHARGES  that  they  would  not  accept  any  and  ending  on  December  31,  as  other  kind  of  set­up.  Faced  with  per  the  requirements  ot  the  con­ ShutOntOf  . IM be«« krm to ttw dvt ebMC  tict tiwt to to* toeu tolUw (v  this  determined  position,  those  stitution.  Fleet Canfeb  Utr eto laritor  to«M mim MBM  IB tok»L««» pv tod cam totohto  shipowners  who  had  balked  at  a  More  Men  Needed  THE ATLAimC  FtRXT hKW«  »to«. to tt CDto  to UUB  itoue. tow  standard  agreement  fell  in  line.  —.k  AMMtte totoWN Bto  BCtUBlli  As  the resolution  points out,  the  >  ttoy M tontod  The  Union  committee  is  hopeful  Union's  administrative  tasks  have  SAN FRANCISCO—A three  grown  considerably  in  the  past  man  US  Court  of  Appeals  year.  Construction  of  new  halls  A  portion  of  the  front  page  of  the  new  Atlantic  tankermen's  here  has  unanimously  upheld  for  the  outports,  now  in  the  plan­ newspaper "Atlantic  Fleet  News."  the  perjury  conviction  of  Harry  Sept.  19. 19S2  Vol.  XIV.  He.  19  ning stage, will require a  good deal  of  headquarters  supervision.  The  four­page  newspaper  is  being  to  get  their  beef^  off  their  chests  Bridges,  West  Coast  longshore  leader,  and  two  other  officials  of  As  I See  It  Page  13  workings  of  the  Union­operated  Burly­.  Page  16  Vacation  and  Welfare  Plans,  the  put  out  by  a  group  of  rank­ and let their shipmates know what's  his union.  All  three  men,  Bridges,  Crossword  Puzzle  Page  12  establishment and  operation of  the  and­file  tankermen  who  are  happening  throughout  the fieet."  Henry  Schmidt,  international  ex­ Del  Mar Sailing.".... .Pages 14, 15  many  subsidiary  corporations  like  currently  working  to  bring  SIU  The  newspaper  will  appear  reg­ ecutive board member of  the union,  Did  You  Know  Page  18  the  Sea  Chest  and  Port  O'  CaU,  wages, security  and  benefits  to  the  ularly  every  two  weeks  and  copies  and J. R.  Robertson, first vice­pres­ will  be  distributed  to rank­and­file  Editorial  Page  13  had  been  found  guilty  of  will  eventually  be  extended  unprotected  and  underp'aid  seamen  Atlantic  tankermen  all  up  and  ident,  Foc'sle Fotog  ...Page  l5  which  lying  during  Bridges'  naturaliza­ other  major  ports,  also  call  for  manning  Atlantic  ships.  down  the  coast.  Thus  for  the first  tion  proceedings  in  1945.  At  that  Galley  Gleanings  Page  20  to  supervisory  manpower.  In  The  primary  purpose  of  the  time  Atlantic  tankermen  will  have  Inquiring  Seafarer  ..'....Page 12  more  time  they  swore  that  Bridges  had  addition,  full  time  Washing­ newspaper  will  be  to  carry  news  a  source  of  information  devoted  never  In The  Wake  Page  12  ton  office, the  been  a  Communist  Party  in  the  past  of  goings­on  in  the  Atlantic fleet  exclusively  to  news of  the fleet.  Labor  Round­Up  —  Page  16  year,  will  established  member.  <  "  be  manned  by  an  and  the latest  developments in  the  For  example,  the first  issue  of  Letters  Pages  21,  22  elected headquarters official.  The  Court  of  Appeals  ruling  is  organizing  drive.  It will  also  point  the  new  publication  reveals  that  the latest step  in  a  three­year fight  Letter  Of  The  Week  Page  13  Maritime  Page  16  Besides  the  increase  occasioned  out  the  shortcomings  bf  the  so­ the  AMEU fleet  council  has  been  by  the  Government  to  revoke  Meet  The  Seafarer  Page  12  by  the  Union's  expanding' opera­ called  "contract"  held  by  the  At­ holding  secret  meetings  behind  Bridges'  .citizenship.  • B   ridges'  at­ On JThe  Job  Page  16  tions,  the  resolution  provides  for  lantic  Maritime  Employees  Union,  closed  doors  on  the  new  contract  torneys  are  planning  a  further  ap­ Per^nals  .Page  24  the  election  of  additional  patrol­ and  to  expose  the  way  in  which  and' on  membership  beefs.  Rank  peal  to  the  US  Suprenie  Court  Quiz  Page  19  men  in  virtually  every  SIU  port,  this company­dominated  outfit real­ and file  sea­going  delegates  were  where a final  decision  on  the long  excluded  from  these  sessions.  It  fight  will  be  issued.  Ship's Minutes  Pages  24,  25  thus  assuring  the  membership  the  ly  works.  also informs  the  Atlantic  men  that  SIU  History  Cartoon  ... .Page  8  fullest  possible  on­the­spot  serv­ Falling  Behind  over  500  of  their  shipmates  have  Bridges ­applied  for . citizenship  Sports  Line  ,...... .Page  20  ice, adequate  to  meet  the  needs of  As  the first  issue  put.s  It,  "For  signed  SIU  pledge  cards.  A  com­ In  1945  after  the  Supreme  Court  Ten  Years  Ago  ....Page 12  any  potential  shipping  boom.  Top  Of  The  News  ...Page  6  With  this  in  mind,  the  resolu­ too  long,  the  Atlantic  tankerman  piarison  of  payoffs  oh  Atlantic  and  reversed  a  previous deportation  or­ Union Talk  ....  Page  8  tion  calls  for  th#"^ection  of  ad­ has  been  kept  ih  the  dark  about  SIU  It/Vkers  is  shown  with  actual  der  issued  by  a  Fvd­ii .ii  judge  in  Wash.  News  Letter  Page  5  ditional  joint  patrolmen  covering  the  fact  that  he  has  been  falling  vouchers  demonstrating  the  great­ New, York.  At  that  time,  he  &p­ peared.  before  Superior  Jud»  Welfare  Benefits  Pages  26,  27  the  branch  ports  of  Boston,  Phila­ farther  and  farther  behind  union  er  benefits  of  sailing SIU.  Your  Dollar's  Worth  Page  7  delphia,  Baltiihore,  Norfolk,  Sa­ seamen  in  take­home pay and other  The  paper  also  predicts  that  the  Thomas  M.­Foley  in  San  Francisco  vannah, Tampa,  and New  Orleans.  benefits.  The  Atlantic  Fleet  News  AMEU  will  turn  on  a  smear  cam­ and  swore  he  was  not "a  Commu­ Published  biweekly  at  the  headquerteri  patrolmen  will  show  how  much .Atlantic  sea­ paign  against  the  SIU­and  warns  nist.  et  the  Seafarers  International  Union,  At­ Three  departmental  lantic  «  Cult  District,  APL,  *75  Fourth  plus  one  joint  patrolman  will  be  men  are  actually  losing  out.  tankermen  to  beware  of  character  Over  three years  later  the  three  Avenue.  Brooklyn  32,  NY.  Tel.  STerlina  assassination  tactics  designed  to  men  were  Indicted  by  the  Govern­ S­4671.  Entered  as  second  class  matter  elected for  Mobile where two  joint  "Further,  this  newspaper  will  at  the  Post  "  ment  for  perjury  amd  conspiracy.;  fog  the real  issues of  fhs drive.  °(5''AWOM»  (^bmtinued  on  page  23)  give  Atlantic  tankermen  a  chance  under  the  Act  Nominating  Opens­For  49 Offices  ^  i  • t  •  I  Atlanfit Tanker men  Publish Own  Paper  Bridges Is  Atlantic  Men Launch  Own  Newspaper  Perjurer,  Court  Says  SEAFARERS  LOG  '  li  �­  • • • •  Friday, September  19, 19SX  SEAFARERS  LOG  Pagre Thre*  Maritime Trades  ]  Seeks  AFL Seat^  Plans Lakes Drive  The two­day convention of  the reorganized Maritime Trades Department camtt  to a close in  New York's Hotel Commodore last week after delegates representing*  18 unions  had acted  upon several important  matters  including  representation  on  AFL  Vice­President  Matthew  Well  (right),  presents  three  Merit  Awards of  Intemationai Labor  Press of  America to  Editor Herbert  Brand  (center)  and  Managing  Editor  Ray  Denison  (ieft)  of  SEA­ FARERS LOG  for general excellence  in the labor  Journalism field.  Log Wins  3 Top  Prizes  In Labor News Contest  Top  honors  in  the labor  press field  were garnered  by  the  SEAFARERS LOG when  the SIU newspaper walked off  with  three awards in  the 1952  journalistic competition  held  by the  International  Labor  Press  of^  America.  In competition  with  of  the  LOG  and  all  of  us  have  hundreds of  newspapers from  worked  hard  to  make  it  the  best  unions  large  and  small,  the  labor  paper,  on  a  par  with  the  LOG won  prizes in half  of  the  SIU's  own  standing  in  the  labor  as  the  country's  best  (j^egories open to newspapers  movement  maritime  union.  including  the  most  important  of  the  MTD  listen  as  ROU  Chairman  Andrew  MacDonald  (standing)  reports  to  the  MID  "However  the  real  credit  for  Officers  award  of  all, first  prize  in  "Gen­ these  convention  on  ROU  activities.  Pictured  (L­R)  are:  Capt.  T.  C.  Adkins  of  the  MM&P,  MTD  trustee;  awards should  rightfully  go  eral  Editorial  Excellence,  News  to  the  SIU  SIU  Assistant  Secretary­Treasurer  Lloyd  Gardner,  MTD  Executive  Secretary;  ILA  President  Joseph  membership  which  has  Format."  P.  Ryan,  MTD  president;  MacDonald;  Operating  Engineers  Vice­President  John  McDonald,  newly­ Other  awards  won  by  the  LOG  always  given  the LOG  all  the  sup­ elected  MTD  Viee­Presidqnt.  (Continued  on  page  2^)  were: first  prize  for  "Best  Front  Page,  news  format,"  and  second  the  AFL Executive  Council  and  organization problems  on the Great  Lakes.  prize  for  "Best  Feature  Article."  As  expected, the delegates from  all  parts of US and Canada were wholeheart­ All  entries  were  judged  by  a  board  of  judges  composed  of  the  edly in support  of  a resolution which called on the AFL to seat a representative of  faculty  of  the  School  of  Journal­ the  200,000  AFL  maritime^, in  between  Canadian and American  the foreign flag ships can  duck this  ism  of  the  University  of  Califor­ workers  on  the  Executive  ports.  Existing  United  States  law  regulation  by  picking  up  their  car­ I  nia,  one  of  the  country's  outstand­ ing  journalism  schools.  Council.  The  resolution  prohibits foreign vessels from load­ goes in  Canada and  then  going into  ing  at  one  US  port  and  unloading  Lakes  and  operating  there for  Members  Deserve  Credit  emphasized  the  importance  at  another,  thus  preserving  local  the  the  season.  As  Lloyd  Gardner,  Awards  were  presented  to  the  of  the  maritime  trades  to  coastwise  and  intercoastal shipping  MTD  executive  secretary  and  as­ winners  by  AFL  vice­president  the  well­heing  of  the  nation,  for  US­flag  lines.  sistant  secretarj'­treasurer  of  the  Matthew  Woll  at  the  41st  annual  particularly in  times of  emer­ On  the  Great  Lakes,  however,  convention  of  the  ILPA  in  the  (Continued  on  page  23)  Commodore  Hotel,  New  York.  Longshoremen on  the North  gency,  and  pointed  out  that  Herb  Brand,  LOG  editor,  and  Ray  Atlantic  Coast  were  voting  Denison,  managing  editor,  were  today by secret ballot whether  on  hand  to  receive  the  three  or  not  to  send  the  current  con­ plaques.  In  accepting  the  awards.  tract  dispute  between  the  Interna­ Brand  stated:  "We're  very  proud  tional  Longshoremen's  Association  and  longshore  employers  to  arbi­ tration.  Voting is  being conducted  in  all  ports  from  Maine  to. Vir­ BALTIMORE—Plans for  the construction  of  a  new  branch  ginia,  from  6  AM  to  9  PM,  with  final  results  expected  to  be  in  on  hall in Baltimore took another step forward  with the election  Monday,  September  22.  of  a  building committee  to  look  over  potential  sites  and  rec­ The  arbitration  proposal  was  ommend  a  location  to  the"^~  recommended  by  the  ILA's  130­ membership.  The  six­man  ship,  steps  will  then  be  taken  to  man  wage  scale  committee  after  several  weeks  of  futile  negotia­ rank  and file  committee  was  acquire  the  property  and  remodel  elected  at  the  last  Baltimore  it  into a  Seafarers hall  comparable  tions  had  ended  in  a  deadlock.  branch  meeting  on  Wednesday,  in  style,  beauty  and  comfort  to  The  negotiations ^ere  on  a  wage  reopener  in  the  ILA's  two­year  September  11,  and  immediately  the  headquarters  building  in  New  Some  65.000  longshore­ got  to  work  inspecting  several  lo­ • York.  The  United  States  lost  more  contract.  men  in  the  area  are  covered  by  cations  that  might be  suitable  for  Tentative  plans  for  the  new  merchant  tonnage  of  .vessels  of  the agreement.  Baltimore  Branch  hall  call  for  the  a  new  hall.  100  tons  or  over  due  to  accidents  The  arbitrator  will  be  chosen  Members  of  the  committee,  con­ construction  of  a  branch  of. the  last  year  than  any  other  nation.  from  a  panel  of  five  men  named  Union­operated  Sea  Chest,  a  cafe­ The  United  States  lost  14  vessels  by  Cyrus S.  Ching, director  of  the  SIU  Secretary­Treasurer  Paul  sisting  of  two  men  from  each  teria  which  should  be  equal  in  ship's  department,  are:  John  R.  totalling  49,889  gross  tons,  while  Federal  Mediation  and  Concilia­ Hail, addressing  the MTD  con­ Tilley, George  F. Crabtree, George  size  of  the  one  now  operating  in  the  world  total  was  215  vessels  tion  Service.  vention,  reports  on  A&G  ac­ A. • F   ossett,  Earl  R.  Smith,  David  New  York,  and  a  luxurious  bar.  with a  total  of  260,830  gross tons.  tivities.  Modern  Shipping;  Board  Ask  50­Cent  Increase  J.  Barry,  and  Robert  C.  Hudkins.  The  British  Commonwealth,  not  counting  Britain,  lost  the  most  Negotiations  broke  down  be­ with  such  representation,  the  :^efore this  committee  got  to work,  If  possible, the Union  would  like  it  h^d  the  benefit  of  preliminary  to  construct  a  large  shipping  hall  chips,­38,  with  a  tonnage  total  of  cause  of  a  large  gap  between  the  maritime  unions  would  have  a  surveys  by  several  previous  com­ and  install  the  same  kind  of  mod­ 26,637,  while  Britain  lost  20  ships  ILA's  demands  and  the  employ­ more  direct  contact  with  Govern­ mittees  who  looked  over  at  least  ern  shipping  board  now  existing  ers'  offers.  The  ILA  asked  for  a  totalling  29,994  tons.  ment  in  shaping  deci­ 30  buildings  and  narrowed  down  in  New  York.  As  in  New  York,  The largest  portion  of  the  world  50­cent  hourly  increase  on  the  sions  affecting  our important  merchant  ship­ the field  to half  a  dozen  places for  the shipping  hall  will  be  designed  losses,  115,419  tons,  was  due  to  regular  rate  of  $2.10  an  hour  and  the  final  building  committee  to  to  double  as  a  meeting  room  with  stranding or  striking rocks.  Found­ double  time  pay  for  overtime,  ping industry.  Foreign  Flag  Influx  look  over.  enough  seats  to  accommodate  all  erings  in  heavy  weathei^  took  68,­ night  jobs  and  premium  work.  At  306  tons and fire  32,671 tons.  Brit­ present, time­and­a­half  is paid  for  Another  problem  taken  up  by  As  soon  as  the  committee  com­ men  in  the port  at any  given  time.  ain  and  Northern  Ireland  lost  the  such  work.  the  delegates  was  that  of  foreign­ pletes its investigation  of  available  The  general  design  of  the  in­ largest  number  of  sbips,  5,  by  col­ In  contrast,  the  employers  only  flag  shipping  on  the  Great  Lakes.  properties,  it  will  report  bac^  to  terior  will  probably  be  similar  to  lision;  the  US  the  most  from fire,  offered  an  8V&­cent  hourly  in­ In  recent  years,  there  has  been  a  the  Baltimore  membership  and  the  New  York  hall,  thus  estab­ 4,  and  the  British  Commonwealth  crease  and  12%­cents  on  the  over­ growing  tendency  for  foreign­flag  make  recommendations  as  to  the  lishing  a  standard  SlU­building  the  most  from  strandings or  strik­ time  whicfi  meant  continuing  the  ships  to  spend  the  entire  shipping  most  suitable  building.  If  the  style  which  will  be  extended  to  ing  rocks,  26.  ,  ,  V  present time  and a  half  rate."  season  on  the lakes, shuttling cargo  choice is  accepted  by  the member­ other major  ports.  ILA  Voting  On Pay Hike  Arbitration  US  Tonnage  Lost In '51  World  High  i;  BaltimoreCommittee  Hunts  For  New  BIdg  Mi 1  �V^Voat  ^  .  A"­­­ .  ;•   • i  y  st:ii^Ankii1s  to G  SIU  Action Halts  Plans  to  close  the  USPHS  hospital  in  Fort  Stanton,  New  Mexico, have been  stymied, thanks  to speedy  SIU action and'  vigorous  protests  by  New  Mexico's  Senator  Dennis  Chavez.  As a result  tubercular seamen*^  "  at the hospital are assured the  (Congressmen  and  officials  in  the  institution  will  stay  open  and  nation's capital.  The union pointed  that  they  will  not  be  scattered  to  out  that  the  closing  of  a  special  ized  TB  institution  like  Fort  Stan­ dther sections of  the coimtry.  The Port Stanton  closing "was or­ toii  would  be  a  definite  backward  dered  by  the  Federal Security  Ad­ step,  since  it  has  been  proven  ministration ' as  part  of  a  general  through  the  years  that  such  hos­ cutback in USPHS  hospitals result­ ­pitals  are  best  suited  to  the  needs  ing  from  reduced  Congressional  of  TB  patients.  appropriations.  Patients  at  the  Furthermore,  the  Union  pointed  hospital,  many  of  whom  had  been  out that many of  the patients would  there  for  years,  would  have  been  be  compelled  to  travel  thousands  shifted to four  other centers on  the  East,  West  and  Gulf  Coasts,  as  well  as  Detroit,  Michigan.  Backward Step  As  soon  as  the  SIU  learned  of  these  moves  through  the  Union's  Washington  office,  it  immediately  cjtiled  the  matter  to  the  attention  of  Senator  Chavez as  well as other  Boat  Mishap  Takes  Lives  Of  Two  Men  'aienileb;£ial««J&etw(«  coMMirm ON Pvuc tooiiKa  S«pt®iib«r  3,  1952.  i'm  Kr.  P«ul'H«U,  SecMtaiy­ffreMurer,  Seafarer*  InbematloSal­­Onion,  Atlantic  and  Golf  Ustrldt,  STooUjna,  Maw'Xerk.  •  Hy  dear  Hr.  Halli  ,,  Tom  win  recan 'that a  short  tiae  ago  you  eaUeB  to  , agr 'attention Aha  proposed  elosln^ of  the  hospital  ealn­ ' talne'd ot­Fort Stanton, ­Mev  Mexico,  for dlaabled  oendiant  icaaen.  if  4. r' \ '  • 7,  ;'  •   •  ­r  SEA5  CASH BENEFITS  SEAFARERS  WELFARE,  VACATION  PLANS  Idoedlately upon  ftddlng  that  eudi  a  proposal  was  belqg  • oBsldared byiofflclal's<<lf  the'Public  Health  Serrlce,  I arranged  an appoltttceat  vltb Osear  Eulng,  Hcdaral  security  AdadnlstMitor,  • id"Or­ EedUard  Scheele,tthe Sutteo"  Oeneral  df  the  United  'Suiee.  At  Uiia (oaetli^ tl  vigorously  protested  tha dosing of  tbla  institution.  1  an  llappy  to reftort'that  as  e'result  bf  iheiW  protests,  Piblle  Health  dSrtlce officials  vers  pursuldad  thatiPort'Stanton .sbould I he  penaltted  to  dontlnue  ope^tlng  tt  it bas­l^the  past.  I  went  to  take  thlo iopportunlty  to tftaak  you  for  calling  the  proposal' to  «y attention  ai^tb assure  ­yau rthat  I  am  riost  • happy at  tha outcome.of  tba.natter.  • ji",  • p­ r;­A  REPORT ON BENEFITS PAID  No. Seafarers Receiving  Benefits this Period || J 3 if4^  Average  Benefits Paid  Eacfi Seafarer  ||  Total  Benefits Paid  this Period  Off  WELFARE,  VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD  oo  |//ZdA 44  I  tiias'  ao  1  J.Jtea  oo  *­  yZ. 373  1  •   Tod  WELFARE,  VACATION BENEFITS PAID PREVIOUSLY  Hospital Benefits Paid Siace  Ttilv  L 1950*  Death Benefits Paid Siicc| Tulv  1.  1950 *  Disability Benefits Paid Since Mav  1. 1952 *  ifaternttv Benefits Raid Sijnce  April  1. 1952 *  Vacation Benefits Paid  Sitace  Feb. 11.  1952*  Total  "va mz/?3  79  *  Date flenefhs  Began  WELFARE, VACATION PLAN ASSETS  J  raihdotliind  Vacation  Welfare  '  Estimated Accounts  Receivable  JVWblMCU  • ceaawuw  MM 6 CSMM. MtM  ifK.  miiim  .Hospital Benefits  Death Benefits  Disability Benefits  Maternity Benefits  Vacation Benefits  COCHIN,  India—An  accident  in  this  harbor  is  believed  to  have  taken  the  life  of  a  Seafarer  and  a  third  assistant  engineer,  both  off  the  Steel  KLing  (Isthmian^.  Senator  Chavez  Seafarer  Genieusz  Baranski,  wiper,  and  Danny  Benedict,  junior  of  miles to the Other  centers, which'  engineer,  are  missing  and  are  pre­ would  have  bad  effects  on  their  sumed  to have  drowned  in  the har­ condition.  bor.  Met  With  Officials  Both  men  were  returning  from  As  a  result,  Senator  Chavez  got  chore leave  when the incident  hap­ in  touch  With  Federal  Security  pened.  They  had  boarded  a  small  Administrator  Oscar  Ewing,  and  oar­propelled  boat to  go  out to  the'  Dr.  Leonard  Scheele,  the  Surgeon  ship  at  about  11:30  PM  on  August  (General  and  ­voiced  strong  objec­ 31, and  were on  their way from the  Itionfi  to  the  Fort  Stanton  closing.  Malabar  Hotel.  Writing to SIU  Secretary­Treas­ Details of  exactly what  happened  lurer  Paul  Hall  about  the  outcome  were  still  unavailable.  All  that  is, tof  the meeting, Senator  Chavez de­ known  is  that  the launch  capsized' iclared:  in  the  bay,  pre_sumably  overturned!  "I  want  to* take  this  opportunity  by  a  heavy  wave,.  Baranski  was  22  years  old.  He  to  thank  you  for  calling  the  pro­ started  saHing  with  the  SIU  in  posal  to  my  attention  and  to  as­ sure  you  that  I am  most  happy  at  March  of  1951.  the  outcome  of  the matter."  fMSHM C.  Mk. SMl  • 55».«wwTe,Bv.  firUw. i«»t«Briicr 10. im  1  • " ".:  /• '.r; • ­• :• "•   •  •   m  Vacation  Welfare  US Government  Bonds (Welfare)  1  TOTAL ASSETS  Xd|  1PiS tf' oe\  i i2yio. o»o. 001  meMCo 9A  .  :  '  f  Comments; Contrary to what was forecast in our last report, total benefits paid did not quite reach the twomillion mark ais they only totaled 11,947,193.79. The total amoumt paid in bfenefits for;past two iweeks increased slightly over the same pre-j^ious period. Past two weeks has seen a total of isixteen (16!) maternity benefits paid as compared Lo tweilty »(20) for previous period. Materjiity "benefiits einoe the start of sanre have averaged six ,(6) per week. Many applications are being received from men relative to disability benefitsSiAmifted  September. IL'Sj, 1952 M  .A1 Keir,  Deputy  Administrator  'SlAearely  youra.  remember this • •  •    IR  M*K  :  iko  roH  tnm>Soisalm Oeniiii ICtanr«t.'YeyorMiiK  0he • baltliit «f  Iflill .these are yours­without cohtrfbuting.a single' nickel on your  parii­4CbI10c^g SID iben^;,  i^,.T^ether iPsfor hofijpital,  birth, disability or deatk^Yoti  get  JBrst^iate  peraond!^  Ifits  is*ea0>y  iraai..  �^piPwiaie^: SEAFARERS  WtUtr, 8e»lcttber  If, 1151  Fare Flva  LPC  SIU  NEWSLETTER  Union­Run  Seven Seas  Night Ciub  from WASHINGTON Proves Big Hit  In Opening Week  •  On  the  assumption  that  the  free  world  faces  grave  and  heart­rend­ Iqg  problems  in  the  continual  stream  of  refugees  and  escapees  from  the Iron  Curtain  countries  into  Western  Europe,  President Truman  has  taken  a  humanitarian  move  in  an  effort  to find a  home  for these  refu­ gees. He  has appointed a  new Commission on Immigration and Naturali­ zation,  headed  by a  former Solicitor  General  of  the  US, Philip B.  Perl­ pian,  of  Maryland.  Overseas  migration  from  Europe  has  been  danmed  up  by  years  of  war and  international  economic  disorder.  According  to  President Tru­ man,  our  own  immigration  laws  present serious  obstacles  in reaching  a  satisfactory  solution.  The  President's  new  Immigration  Commission  will  look  into  the  requirements  of  our  immigration  laws  with  respect  to the admission^  naturalization and  denaturalization of  aliens, and  their  exclusion  and  deportation,  as  well  as  the  admission  of  immigrants  into  this  country.  4"  4"  • y'l  i  On September  1, 1952  the' privately­owned US  flag fleet  (ocean­going  of  1,000  gross  tons  and  over)  totaled  1,275  vessels,  of  15,273,310  dead  weight  tons.  This  total  was  divfided  into  826 dry­cargo  and  passenger­ carrying  vessels  of  8,533,810  tons,  and  449  tankers,  of  6,703,885  tons.  4"  4"  • V:  4"  Although  it  plans  to  sell  3  of  its  5  C­4  type  ships,  the  American­ Hawaiian  SS  Co.  does  not  intend  to  quit  the  intercoastal  trade.  This  company  is one  of  the  oldest  operators  in  this  service.  The  large  C­4  freighters  are  expected  to  be  sold  to  a  Great  Lakes  operator,  where  they will  be converted  into ore  carriers  for Lakes  use. After it disposes  of  the  ships,  American­Hawaiian  will  have  2  Victorys,and  2  C­4's  left  4'  ^  4>  President  Truman,  on  September  10,  1952,  issued  his  proclamation  of  the  International  Convention  for  Safety of  Life  at  Sea,  1948,  which  was  signed  at  London  on  June  10,  1948.  The  Convention  will  enter  into  force  on  November  19,  1952.  It  will  replace  the  Convention  of  Dancing,  entertainment  and  good  food  at  low  prices drew  a  full  house  all  week, as  the  Seven  Seas  May  31,  1929,  of  the  same  character,  as  between  parties  to  the  1929  Room  at  SIU  headquarters  officially  opened.  Among  the  visitors  (seated)  were  NY  laborites  Milton  Convention  which  have  also  accepted  the  1948  Convention.  Silverman,  Wire  Workers  (left),  Dave  Frechette,  Teamsters Local  807, (right),  and their wives.  Those  which  have  accepted  the  new  Convention  to  date  are:  US,  Belgium,  Canada,  Denmark,  France,  Iceland,  Israel,  Italy,  Japan,  the  The Standing Room  Only sign  was out  all week as  the newly­opened SIU night  qjub, the  Netherlands,  New  Zealand,  Norway,  Pakistan. Portugal, Sweden,  Union  Seven  Seas  Room,  entertained  enthusiastic capacity audiences.  Early public response  to the  of  South  Africa,  United  Kingdom  of  Great  Britain,  Northern  Ireland,  only  Union­owned  and  operated  night  club in  the  country  indicates  that  the  unusual wen­ and  Yugoslavia.  ture  may  well  be  maintained­*  4.  t  i  as  a  regular  facility  in  head­ everything  is  ready  for  the  night  combo,  and  song  stylist  Tommy  It  was  disclosed  recently  that  torpedo­launching  equipment  will  be  quarters.  Mauldin round  out the  show  which  club  to  take  over.  installed  in  the  new  and  fast  Mariner  Class  vessels.  Indications  are  Opening  of  the  Seven  Seas  appears  three  times  nightly.  With  the  opening  of  the  Seven  that  the  torpedoes  will  be  the  type  that  seeks  out,  tracks  down,  and  Room  coincided  with  the  start  of  Prices  in  the  Seven  Seas  Room  Seas  Room,  additional  entertain­ blasts  an  enemy  vessel  either  on. or  below  the  siuface.  In  addition,  the  AFL  convention  in  New  York  ment  are the  Port O'  Call,  was  scheduled,  headlined  by  the  ships  will  have  reinforced  deck  sections  for  gun  platforms  and  City  and  large  groups  of  dele­ the  well­known  Broadway  night  with  no same as at the  cover  and  no  minimum  at  .  an  area  from  which  submarine­spotting  helicopters  can  be  launched.  gates  from  a  great  many  AFL  club  comedian,  Henny  Youngman,  any  time.  It's  advisable  to  make  At  present,  destroyer  and  destroyer­escort  class  are  the  only  Ameri­ reservations  before  coming  down  and  Dolly  Dawn, radio  and record­ can  naval  surface  ships  to  use  torpedoes.  ing  star.  Pete  Rubino's  musical  though  by  calling  ST  8­4608.  For  a  full  page  of  pictures  on  4,  Marine architects have  long held safety as the  No. 1  factor in  ship de­ the  opening  of  The  Seven  Seas  sign,  yet  King  Neptune  still  manages  to  top  their  best  efforts  on  oc­ Room  see  Page  9.  '  casion.  During  the  past  few  years,  T­2  tankers,  in  particular,  seem  to  have been  sorely troubled  with major hull failures,  with cracks originat­ international  unions  came  down  to  ing in  sundry  places  from  top to  bottom.  However, little  time  is being  the  Seafarers  own  night  club  for  lost, with  a  preventive program  well under  way providing  for reinforce­ an  evening's  entertainment.  They  ments  for  the  ships.  also  inspected  the  other  facilities  4.  t  Balloting on the  proposed  revised SIU  constitution came to  of  SIU headquarters  and  were  uni­ To solve  any problem,  it is customary  in  Government to set  up a  new  formly  impressed  by  what  the  an  end  on  Wednesday,  September  17,  with  indications  of  a  agency.  Recently,  a  Congressional  subcommittee  which  looked  into  building  had to  offer.  heavy district­wide  vote.  Final  tallies and  results of  the ref­ the  matter  of  overseas  supply  operations,  found  so  many  alphabetical  erendum  will  be  reported  at  the4­ Newspaper  Stories  agencies  operating  abroad  that  it  actually  had  to  include  a  dictionary  In  addition  to  acquainting  other  next  headquarters;,  membership  the  referendum  was  held  accord­ in the  back of  its report.  Here are a  few samples  from the  Subcommit­ AFL  unions  with  the  SIU  setup,  meeting  on  September  24  and  an­ ingly.  tee report:  nounced  in  the  next  issue  of  the  Copies  of  the  proposal  were  CINCEUR;  CINCNELM;  CINCUSAFE;  ECC;  EUCOM;  FECOM;  the  night  club  operation  has  at­ SEAFARERS  LOG.  tracted  a  great  deal  of  attention  mailed  to  all  SIU  ships  at sea  and  HICOG;  ISAC  JAMAG;  JAMMAT;  JUSMAG;  MAAC;  MAAG;  OFLC;  in  the  daily  press.  A  large  num­ In  New  York alone,  the  vote  ran  distributed  to  the  membership  in  OSR;  SACEUR;  SOAP;  STEG;  SUSREP; TRUST;  USAFE.  ber  of  leading  newspaper  column­ fairly  heavy  on  the  issue,  with  all  ports.  In  addition,  the referen­ Those  are  in  addition  to  the  more  common  ones  like  EGA,  MSA,  ists  and  feature  writers visited  the  approximately  1,600  Seafarers  dum  ballot  itself  carried  the  com­ NATO,  USAF  and  JCS.  club during  its first  days of  opera­ casting  their  ballots  in  this  port.  plete  text  of  the  proposed  new  4'  4>  4'  tion.  Widespread  daily  press  As  required  under  the  existing  document.  Indications  are  that  Robert  Dollar  and  George  Killion,  who  were  on  notices  followed,  including  a  pic­ constitution,  a  minimum two­thirds  opposite  sides  of  the fence  in  a  big  maritime fight last  year,  will  team  ture  layout  in  the  New  York  vote  is needed  to approve  the  new  up together  in the  near future to  attempt to acquire control  of the stock  Herald  Itibune  of  Wednesday,  document.  of  the  American  President  Lines,  Ltd.  Mr.  Dollar  says  "It's  always  September 17.  The effect has  The  revised  constitution  was  a  pleasure  to  work  with  George  Killion"  with  Mr.  Killion  adding  "I  to further  inform the  public  of been  drawn  up  by  the  recent  confer­ the  reciprocate".  They  both  stated  recently  that  "we  will  have  a  great  existance  and  operations  of  the  ence  of  SIU  port  agents  in  order  deal  to  say  in  October  when  the  bids  are  opened",  and  are  expected  SIU.  to  bring  the  old  document  in  line  to submit  a  bid of  their  own.  with  the  vast  changes  and  expan­ Success  of  Bar  In  setting  the  APL  stock  up  for  competitive  bids,  a  minimum  fair  The  decision  to  operate  e/i  SIU  sion  of  Union  operations  in  the  price, or  "upset  price" was  fixed at  $14 million.  Sale of  the  stock  will  night  Club  grew  out  of'the  success  years since  the existing  consitution  go  to  the  highest  bidder—but,  if  the  public  bidding  does  not  result  in  of  the  Union­operated Port O'  Call  was  adopted.  It  also  spells  out  in  a  minimum fair price for  the  stock,  the  stock  will  be  split  equally  be­ bar.  With the  Port O'  Call already  specific  language  the  rights  that  tween  Dollar  and  the  Government.  NEW  ORLEANS—Thomas  Pot­ doing  capacity  business  and  hun­ have  been  enjoyed  by  SIU  mem­ Secretary  of  Comifierce  Sawyer  believes  that  the  ending  of  the  Dol­ dreds of  AFL convention  delegates  bership  through  the  years  and  the  rick  Meehan,  42,  New  Orleans,  lar  stock  controversy  will  permit  him  to  turn  the  line  over  to  private  expected  to  visit  the  Union,  the  democratic  procedures  that  have  crewman  aboard  the  tanker  Dean  interests  and  sink  for  good  the  charge  that  the  Government,  in  the  need  for  expanding  entertainment  been  in  existence  in  the  Union  H.  and  brother­in­law  of  veteran  Dollar Line  case,  was seeking  to nationalize  the shipping  industry.  facilities  was  obvious.  The  logical  but  not  fully  detailed  in  the  exist­ SIU  Bookman  Floyd  H.  Smith,  4"  4"  t  FOWT,  also of  this port,  was scald­ place  to  do  so  was  into  the  SIU  ing  constitution.  American  tramp  ship operators  and  owners  appealed  to  the  Govern­ operated  cafeteria  where­an  addi­ Before rtxe 30­day secret vote  be­ ed  to  death  aboard  the  vessel,  ment  within  the  past few  days  to find  ways  and  meat .3  looking  toward  tional  200  seats  were  available  to  gan  on  the  proposed  revision,  the  Sept.  2.  employment  of  idle  tramp  tonnage.  The  tramp owners  had  some sug­ accommodate  visitors  and  Sea­ text  of  the  proposal  was  read  in  Steam  from  an  exploding  line  gestions  of  their  own.  They argued  that  American  steamship  "berth"  farers.  Expansion  into  the  cafe­ full  at  three  successive  member­ made  a  horror  chamber  out  of  the  lines,  instead  of  chartering  Government­owned  ships,  should  make  use  teria  made  it  possible  to  provide  ship  meetings  In  all  ports.  Fol­ foc'sle  occupied  by  Meehan  and  of  inactive tramp  vessels.  Asking the  Government to  acknowledge that  space  for  dancing  as  well.  lowing  the  second  reading,  a  six­ John  Dyer  of  Mobile,  who  was  these  are  critical  times  for  the  tramp  owners,  the  tramp  operators  man  constitutional  committee  was  critically  burned,  and  Willie  Shav­ Easy  Conversion  urged  that  the  National  Shipping  Authority  ships  be  withdrawn  from  Conversion  of  the  cafeteria  is  a  elected  by  the  headquarters  mem­ ers,  also  of  Mobile,  who  escaped  operation,  and  that  Government­owned  ships  now  being  operated  un­ relatively  simple  process,  merely  bership.  The  committee  studied  injury.  der general  agency arrangements  with  the  MSTS  be called  back  to the  involving  drawing  of  .  drapes  the  document  and  brought  in  a  Meehan  is survived  by his moth­ reserve fleet,  so as  to leave  room for operation of  tramp  ships.  around  the  walls,  placing  rolls  of  report  recommending  its  adoption  er,  Mrs.  Sarah Meehan;  a  brother,  carpet on  the floor  and assembling  in  full  and  suggesting  that  a  ref­ Robert  Meehan,  both  of  New  Or­ a  portable  stagC  which  is  stacked  erendum  be  held  between  August  leans  and  two  sisters,  Mrs.  Smith  away  in  the  daytime.  A  half­hour  18  and  September  17.  This  was  and  Mrs.  Albert  Bridebaux,  Hara­ after  the  cafeteria  closes  At  7  PM,  approved  at  the  third reading  and  han,  La.  Voting Ends On New  Union  Constitution  Steam  Fatally  Burns  Seaman  In  Oil  Tanker  ^  ta^'  �TrUil Jtun For Flrmt Of The WlBrlners  ;fl01im0AL  ­FIGHT  GETS  ROVGHlUt­^As  Aotb  Eisenhower  and  Stevenson  gdt  down 'to  campaigning  In  earnest,  the  "high  level" • gen­ tlemanly  campaign  has  given  way  to  some  old­fashioned  barroOm  Slugging.  Under  the  prod  from (advisors nvho fiave  urged thim­  todake  the gloves  off,  Elsenhower  has  played  up. the  cDrha>tion  issue  in  Gov­ emmerit,  calling  Democratic  payty  .officeholders  thieves  oind  .othier  uncomplimentary names.  Stevenson  hire  hit .hard nt .Eisanhowerts  tie­in  'witti  (the  .Haft  whig  (df  the  Republican  Party,  iparticularly  his  acceptance  of  Senator  McCarthy  of  Wisconsin  and 'Senator  Jenner ­of  Indiana.  Both  .of  these  .Senators  have  attacked  Eisenhower's  close  friend  and  former  superior, 'General  Marshall, ­as  a  '(traitor"  and  a  '• iiving lie." One  outcome  of  the "early .weeks'was rgrowing Eisenhower  istrengtfa  in ithe  South.  Governor  Kennon  of  Louisiana  has  come­out  for  him,  and'the  regular  Democratic  convention  in  Texas  has  urg^d  support  for  the "Republican  ticket.  ij.­'  .$1  $1  ­ WEST  OERMANY TO  PAY:i»iPARATIOKS TO ISRAEL—The  ^• irest  The  Keystone  Mariner,  first  of  her  class to  be completed,  is  shown  on  a  trial  run  off  the  Delaware  Capes.  Reports were  that  the  ship  had  substantially  exceeded  her  expected  speed  of  20  knots.  As  • German ­government  has  qgreted  to arrovide  $822  million  in  supplies  and  wservices  in compensation  for  Nazi  persecution  German  Jews  soon  as  she  is  ready  for  service,  the  ship  will  be  operated  by  Waterman for  Military  Sea  Transport  Service  and  be  crewed up  by Seafarers.  and  seizure  of  Jewish  prQ5>erty.  Most  of  the compensation  will  be  used  to .resettle  refugees from  Geameqy; in .Israel tand the  iemainder  wHl  be  • used for.neilef and. rehabilitntion  of  other  Jewish­refugees  throughcoit  the .world. The settlement  was.reached.after'six months  ef  hegotiations  and  represents  more  than »aU  the  aid .that ilsrael  has  received  in  the  formiof  investments,­gifts,  loans  and .­giants'in  the  four  years uof  its  A  Seafarer  who tried  to get  a  car  into Spain for  his family  living there,  found out  that  • axistenee. The  Arab  Laegue dias motified  the  Germans  it 'will tflght  St  takes a lot more than  just the  purchase price  of  a  jalopy.  i  the  move.  The Seafarer,  who asked  that his name he withheld  to protect  his family, told a story <of  it  Ji  •   ­ needing  connections,  and  fab­^  HGYPTIAN  PDLmciANS  BOOTED  OUT—The  Egyptian  Arrfiy  or  a  radio  into  Spain  ­and  giving  government  just  doesnt  want fcC  unler Major  Generdl "Mbhammed jNaguib'­hax taken 'ftill rontrol^bf  the  ulous  amounts  of  money.  "The people over therfe have  themito bis  fanilbf, heisdid that  he  ^people  to­see­what  other countries' Egyptian  government ­after  ousting  the  ­civilian  prime  minister.  The  have.  They  (havEu't any  .faotqries  ­General >immediateiy announced  that  he  would  break up  large­estates  nothing,"  he  said,  land  it  looks  ireally 3Dt  a  run  amunO.  that>make  good caipi  and refriaeraj­ and  distribute  the*  ­hbldings  to  landless  tenant  farmers.  This  isii't  like  the  government  doesn't  want  Ne^^lVeniilt  them  to  get  anything.  I've  been  First  of  all,  he  was  told,  he.'d  tors  and  radios  and  things  like  ekpected toaolve'the tremendous* poverty of  the great  mass bf Egyptian  justabodt­everyWhere in the world,  have­to get­a  speciil­permit to  take, dhat,  he .saifl, .and the d>eoplb  can't  populatien­as  there  isn't  enough.land  in the  NileWdlley'to  go  arourtd.  «nd  everywhere  I've  seen  Ameri­ those  atrficles  Jirto  the  county." ­afford to T»y for­permitsland those  The  General  also  announced  that .all .pbliticbl ­parties­.were'dissblved  can ^ars  and  jrefrigerators  and  ra­ 'This  permit, ~be ^vias  told, was tnPt  things. 'When ­you ­figure  iff  out  ­in  and  would  'have  to  reorganize  themselves  and  rCveal  their  aourchs  dios,  all  except  in  Spain."  easy  to  get,  and it  would "help" if  American  money, rmpst  of  the  paof  of  income.  When  the  Seafarer  inquired  be  could  get  some  "influential" ­or  pie make  less  than .51) .ceni^ a  d^y.  4"  4.  About  taking  a  car,  a  refrigerator  "important"  persons  to rgive  "hinl  Of  course,  clothing  and ­ stuff  lik^  TORNADO  WRECKS  US  BOMBER  EORCE—A  .laS­miteTanAou?  that  is cheaper .than  it is  here, .but  a  'Ireconunendation."  tomado..at  the j:(arswell  Air Base  in  Texas xind  the  Gonsohdatcd  Air­ "• I guess ­they wanted .me  to .get  it's  not  cheap  when  you're  onjy  craft .plant neafhy  damaged­106 .of  the Air­Force's giant B*36 bombers.  .making .50 cents a day."  .a  letter .from President  Truman  of­ The  windstorm  did  damage.of.,about.$48 million­and  ior­the time  heiig  Cardinal  .Bpellman,"  .the  Seafarer  put  the  greater pait  of  the  Ibngrraoge  bombiiig .force  out  of  comm^­ said, "but­1  don't ^ow  any people  sion. EachR­^36  plane  costs ",$avi  million  and has a ­230rfaot  wii|g  span.  like  that."  '  %  %  Then, ,he ­was  told, uf  he  got  the  permit. It  would cost him .270  per­ WEST  EUROPEAN  FEDERATION  PLANNED—Delegates  to  the  Having  ­accumulated  $45.75  six­nation  Scliuman 'Elan  .'Assembly  meeting  in  Strasbourg,  J"ran«e,  cent  of  the  purchase  price  of  thp  article.  In .other  words, , if ­he  <paid  in  their  ship's  fund,  the  crew  have  voted'to  start .drafting.a . constitution ior  a  European  federation.  $2,000  for a  oar,  that  permit  alone  of  the  Robin  poncaster  had  a  The .Assembly  consists  of  78  representatives  from France,  ^Vest  Ger­ '  many,Ttbly, Belgium,  Holland and  Luxemburg.  It "had met­to deal  with  In  ease  of  a  future  war,  Soviet  would  cost him $5,400.  meeting  on  how to  dispose  of  Russia will have .access to  14 large  Onoe  he  "got  the  permit,  he  was  the  iOnoney;  .It  was  decided  industrial prbhlems arisingl  out  of  the  pooling cf coal and.steel­ proQuc­ ^tion  under the  Schuman  Plan. The  assembly  hopes  to  come  up  With,a  ex­Cierman  and  sex­^Pdlish  passen­ told,  be  woiild, >af ­course, ihave db  .ger  liners  for  hse  as  troop  trans­ pay  the  regdlar  duty  and custom^  that  the  ­best  thing  to  .do  draft  of  a  proposed  union  constitution  by .March,  1953,  at  which  time  charges  oh  the larticle ­once  it; got  would  be  to  turn  ii ^qver do  it  will  be  submitted  to  the  member .nations.  ports.  Representing  a  motley fleet,  de­ over '.to .Spain. 'So iiy  the  time  he  • the polio  drive.  ^  4  4  Ollie  Olson, iBR  (aboard 'the  spite  the  >fact  that  several  sMps  got  through 'sending «  $2jOOO  ­cai  FLIRT "HESTS  tN  THE  NORTH  SEA—A  combined  British  add  have  seen  post­war  service  as  to  his  family, Ihe (total­ cost ­wou^  Doncaster  took  care  of­the  ar­ trans­Atlantic  passenger  liners,  probably have  added up  to close  tb  rangements  and  turned  the  • Americanmavdl force  is conducting  a­series of. maneuvers in  the  North  money »over  to  the .Marqh  ,ei£  Sea, ­in  conjunction ­With  naval* forces 'Of tiie  Scaifdinavian  countries.  they  would  nevertheless  give  Rus­ $10!000.  Dimes.  "It  must  be," Ae said,  "that  the  The exercises are  designed in combination with land aqd  air maneuyers  sia  vaduable  facililues for  carrying  • of  NATO  countries  ­as  "a  "defense" .of  .Scandinavia 'qgainst  possible  ­about ,50,000 troops 'On «ach trip  in  Attack.  Approximately'J85,(IQ0  men ­and  more ihan 150­ ships . are ­takiqg  an  invasion  of  any  foreign  coun;  part  in  the  war  games,  Which  have  ­drawn  a 'blast Trom the  Moscow  try.  The  14  ships  total  200,000  RacHo and­a  warning to stay out of  the Baltic Sea.  Part of'the  exercises  gross  tons  in  weight.  An  addi­ will  be held  in  the  Kattegat,  the  straits  between Sweden  and'Denma^^E  tional 50,000 troops ­could be  trans­ which  are  technically in  the Baltic.  ported  aboard  the  30­odd  Liberty  ships  that  Russia  must  still  have  4  4  4  of  the  36  loaned  to  her  under  MOHi;  JUSTICE  DEPARTMENT  SHAKEUPS—The  Read  ­of  the  Lend­Lease  and  never  returned.  Justice  Department's  tax  division  has  been  fired by  'Attorney  General  Although  the  14  liners  are  not  of  James  P.'McGnanery  as the  Justice­Department  ran  iilto  fresh'tax  the  best  calibei*,  they  would  still  • scan^ls. Itie 'fired rihan, Slllis  N.  Black,  had­bteen­acting  head  of the  be  able  to  exceed  the  ll­knoi  • division vfor 'almost  a. year,  eince  the  original  chidf  of  the  division,  :Speed  of  the  Libertys.  Lamar Caudle,  was ousted  in November,  1851. 'Caiidle' has been "telliiig  The  best  ships,  from  the point  all" to a  Ooagtessiohal  investigating'committee  in  the  few'weeks,  of  view  of  present  condition,  were  andbisdesfimony isl  expected  to lead to further  disniissals 'ln  the  well­ built  for  the  Gdynia­American  Ifaakemup agency.  Lice,  a  Polish firm.  They  are  led  by  the  Batory,  on  which  Gerhart  4  ­4  4  £iEler fled  the  United  States  after  yOLOANO BPROUTS  IN  EA­STERN  WCIFIC—The mewest  aotive  jumping  bail,  the  Gruzia  and  die  volcano on record rhas ishot pp pn  Spn'Benedicta Island, 780 miles south  Jagiello.  Three first­elass  liners,  of  San  Diego  off  ­the  coast .of  Mexico. .In  six weeks 'of'eruptions (the  formerly  owned  by  fhe .­Hamburg­.  volcano has built up  its opne ­1,050  feet'above  sea  level and  completely  American  Line  and  raised  from  changed the  shape of  the small uninhabited  island. Scientists  observing  • watery World  War  II  graves,  are  .the  .velcaqp  ipKaction  e^^ect  it  to iguiet .down in­a iew weeks  andvdis­ included.  They ure  the  Hamburg,  count  the • poesihility of ,any  damaging  tidgl 'waves «s  a  result  of  the  renamed  Yuri  Dolgoruky;  rtbe  Al­ .eruptions.  bert  Ballin,  renamed  Sovietski­ 4  4  4  Soyuz,  and  the  Deutschland.  .Other  former  German  liners  THEY  CALL  IT  BElZBOL—A  Russian  magazine  has  printed  an  taken  over  by  the  Hussians,  arc  article  claiming that  hasehaU  is not an American  game  hdt  was  stoleta  the  Patria,  renamed  Rbssia;  the  from; an anciertt Russian­spOrtiiilayed  in the Villages hundreds "bf  years  sisters  Cordillera  and  Caribia,  re"­ be&re  Amerioa  was  discovered.  According •  to ­the  Russians, America  named  the  Russ  and  the  Ilitoh  re­ ^distorted  the  game  and  jnOde  It  a  "bloody fight  v4th  mayhem  arid  spectively;­the. old  Sierra  Mqrenai,  murder."  The  "hdiibol"  players, the­magazine  cluims.  When  wom  out  now  called  Asia;  the  Iberia,;  nait  and  crippled as nireault  of  Injufies are  thrown <out tin ^the  gutter  aifd  the  Pbbeda;  the  Oceana,  rcnEuned  On <iin^.day  of  honeymoon.  Seafarer  Chasles  Lakinis  vdfe,  Mary  left  to  die  of  starvation.  The  article  reported  that  the  famous  player  Sibir;  "Espana,  ­re­christened  the  Ann,  picks out  a'tie  for  him  in the  SHJ  6ea ­ehest.  The ­couple  :  Tai  Kopb,  was 'corereb frem  hdatb Kb  fbdt  with (Spars  he  received  in  , Adm. Bagratsion, and  the Wangpini  ­toured  the  headquarters  as part  of  Mns.  Lakih's  jntreducldon  ,  play,  and  another  famous  plgyerfBeihs'But'was  sold  for  $150,000  renamed  Chukotka.  ,to hey new husband's  seafaringicarejeft  ;  <  Agafeist'His  wkihes..  .  Spanish  Permit  Costlier  Than  Car  Strips  For  Use  As  Traflsports  tPoncasier Crew  Mds PoUo Fight  Taking Charge Early  �I'xV:  • ­  '• • " '  •  ­ ^  \ v,  ^  4#  Friday,  September 19,  1959  ^  i •  SEAFARERSLOC  Page Seven  Del  Rio  Crewmen  Proud  MTD  Backing  Pays Off  Of  Prize  Gaiiey  Gang  For  Pa. Sugar Workers  PHILADELPHIA—Another  victory  was  chalked  up by  the powerful  Philadelphia Mari­ NEW  ORLEANS—Among  Seafarers  in  this  port,  the  ship  time Trades Council  when the  Franklin Sugar  Refinery  granted  a  guaranteed  annual  wage  that rates the blue­ribbon, grand prize for having a spotlessly­ to  900  sugar  workers.  The men  involved  are  members  of  Local  1650  of  the  International  dean  galley  is  the Mississippi  Shipping  Company's  Del  Rio.  Longshoremen's  Association­^  (AFL).  ment,"  Cardullo  warned,  "hasn't  And  the SIU crews that  sail  lost a  beef  yet  and  we're  not going  The  Franklin  Company,  a  aboard  the  Del  Rio  on  the  Cook  David  Cinco,  is  simple:  to  start  here."  subsidiary  of  the  American  Sugar  "Just  start  with  a  clean  galley  West African  run vouch for  it  As  a  result  of  forthright  MTD  that  this  is  not  ju^t  a  dockside  and  keep  it  that  way  from  day­to­ Refining  Company,  yielded  just  action, the sugar  workers now  have  three  hours  before  the  Philadel­ condition  maintained  for  "display"  day  as  you  go  along."  a  guarantee  of  1,976  hours  of  pay  purposes.  From  The  galley  crew  of  the  Del  Rio  phia  port  council  scheduled  a  pre­ every  year.  This  is  equivalent  to  strike  meeting  of  the  sugar  work­ the  standpoint  of  observe  a  number  of  simple  rules  slightly  more  than  49  weeks'  guar­ cleanliness  and  for  maintaining  their  high  stan­ ers.  The  company  gave  in  whei.  anteed  pay.  The  contract  also  pro­ it learned  that failure  to grant  the  the  quality  of  dard.  They  are  little  things  SUCB  vides  wage  increases, an  additional  cooking  aboard  as  not  smoking in  the  galley,  daily  workers' demands  would  bring  the  paid  holiday  and  a  50  cent  hourly  the Del Rio at sea,  wiping  down flour  and  grease  whole  weight  of  the  Maritime  bonus  for  handling  of  cargo  under  this  ship's  galley  blown against  the bulkheads  by the  Trades  Department  to  bear  all  up  distress  conditions.  The  United  States's  only  daily  crew  would  make  electric  fans,  keeping  the  stove  and  down  the coast.  This  is  another  in  a  series  of  labor  newspaper  has  begun  opera­ the  most  pains­ not  just free from  grease, but shin­ Never  Lost  A  Beef  local  labor  situations  in  which  the  taking  housewife  ing  like' a  mirror  and  changing  to  As  Steve  CarduUo,  Philadelphia  Philadelphia  Port  Council,  repre­ tions  in  Charleston,  West  Virginia.  look  to  her  lau­ fresh  whites  several  times a  day  if  SIU  port" agent  and  president  of  senting 35,000  union  members,  has  Called  "Labor's  Daily,"  it  is  spon­ Odum  rels.  necessary  to maintain  a  high  stan­ the  council,  put it  to the  company,  played  a  leading  role.  The  council  sored  by  the  AFL  International  "The  first  thing  people  do  when  dard  of  personal  cleanliness.  "If  you­think  you're fighting  these  was also  active in  the recent  strike  Typographical  Union.'  they  walk  in  here  is  to say,  'my,  "These  may  sound  like  small  900 people all by  themselves you're  of  the  Commercial  Telegraphers  Although  the  ITU  already  is  what  a  clean  galley,'"  says'  Chief  things,  but  they  add  up  to  the  big  crazy.  If  you  want  a  strike  I  can  Union,  doing  much  to  bolster  CTU  publishing  11  regular  daily  news­ Cook  Edward  D.  Odum,  the  man  thing  which  is  keeping  a  clean  tell  you  your  plants  in  Brooklyn,  picket  lines  against  the  Western  papers  in  US  and  Canadian  cities  who  primarily  is  responsible  for  ship,"  Odum  said.  "It  isn't  any  Baltimore and  New  Orleans are  all  Union  company  and  helping  strik­ where  there  is  a  monopoly  press,  maintaining  this  desirable  situa­ harder  on  the  steward's  depart­ going  to  get  struck."  ers hold out for'several weeks until  those  papers  are  general  interest  tion.  "Well, in  my  book  there  isn't  ment  to  work  this  way,  either."  "The  Maritime  Trades  Depart­ a  contract  was finally  won.  publications. "Labor's Daily" devot­ any  excuse  for a  galley  being kept  ed  primarily  to  labor  news,  al­ any  other  way."  though  it  also  carries  all  the  fea­ Clean  ships  are  the  rule  rather  tures'of  a  regular,  daily,  including  than  the  exception  with  SlU­con­ comics,  columns,  cartoons,  wo­ tracted  vessels  and  Odum  says  he  men's  and  sports  news.  The  news  believes  in  carrying  out  the  SIU  columns,  however,  are  devoted  to  motto  to  the  letter.  labor  news.  'Just  Keep  It  Clean'  Edited  by  Labor  Man  The formula  advanced  by  Odum,  Edited  by  George  Crago,  form­ who  gives  equal  credit  for  his  erly  with  the  Chemical  Workers,  ship's reputation to  Night Cook  and  it  is  distributed  throughout  West  Baker  James  E.  Bell  and  Second  Virginia  and  nearby  areas.  The  ITU, in  beginning  the  oper­ ation,  noted  that  "all  unions  have  suffered  severely  from  want  of  adequate  means  to  present  their  stories,  even  to  their  own  mem­ Bosuns  and  stewards  receiv­ bers  to  whom  prejudiced  daily  ing  the  new  membership  book  newspapers  have  given  twist­ now  being issued  by the  Union  ed  and  falsified  accounts  of  nego­ are  cautioned  to  make  sure  tiations,  strikes,  lockouts,  issues  that  their  ratings  are stamped  involved  in  litigation  affecting  la­ into  the  book.  bor,"  If  the  book  is  not  stamped  But  "Labor  Daily,"  said  ITU,  accordingly,  the  dispatcher  "can  and  will  afford  an  accurate,  will  not  shiivthe  man for  that  unbiased  medium  for  the  dissem­ rating.  As. a  result, some  men  A  harbor tug  nudges the  Bull Line  cruise ship  Puerto Rico to  the foot of  23rd Street,  BrooklyUj where  ination  of  the  news  which  inter­ holding  those  ratings  might  she  is currently  tied  up  pending transfer  to  a shipyard.  The  vessel  will  receive  a  thorough overhaul,  ests  and  concerns  organized  lose  out  on  jobs.  labor."  including  alteration  in  her  superstructure  before  going  back into service.  ITU Starts  US's First  Labor Dally  ­ii.  • :l^  Puerto Rico Goes  Into inactive Status  Have It our Rating  Listed in Book  YOUR  DOLLAR'S  WORTH  SEAFARERS  GUIDE  TO  BETTER  BUYING  Written  exclusively  for  THE  SEAFARERS  LOG.  by  Sidney  Margolius,  Leading Expert on Buying  Interest  charges  can  pyramid  fantastically,  and  some­ tised  yearly rate.  When  a  bank  says it  is charging  you  six  times  in  fact  snowball  to  a  sum  more  than  the  original  per  cent for  a loan  which you  repay  monthly, it's  actually  When  it  comes  to  borrowing  money  or  securing  credit  loan.  Here's  what  recently  happened  to  a  railroad  em­ charging  you  12.  They  calculate  the  interest  charge  on  at  reasonable  rates.  Seafarers  have  a  tougher  problem  ployee  in  Missouri.  He  borrowed  $50  from  a  loan  shark  file  full  amount,  but  during  the  period  of  the  loan  you  than  workers  on  land.  and  paid  him  $9  interest  a  month.  That's  a  true  interest  actually  owe  only  an  average  of  half  the  original  loan  Not  that  banks  and  other lenders  will  refuse  a  loan  or  rate of  200 per cent  a year.  At the same  time he  borrowed  since  you're  repaying  each  month.  installment  credit  to  a  man  just  because  he's a  Seafarer.  $50  from  another  lender  who  charged  him  interest  of  Can  Get  Low­Rate  Loans  But  they  don't  consider  him  as safe  a  risk  as  a  man  who  $10  a  month  (a  rate  of  about  240  percent  a  year)^  Then  Despite  the  fact  it's  harder  for  a  Seafarer  to  take  ad­ can  be  ­reached  at  a  definite  address  more  easily,  and  in  order to  keep  up  these fantastic  interest  payments,  he  vantage  of  low­cost  loans  from  regular  banks,  it's  still  more  frequently  works  longer  for  the  same  employer.  borrowed from three more  lenders, paying similar interest  possible  if  you  make  certain  arrangements.  A  survey  by  this  writer finds  that  banks  do  require  rates.  The  bankers'  worry  that  a  Seafarer  won't  be  around  to  Seafarers  to  put  up  more  security  for  loans  or  more  Generally  for  most  families  the  cheapest  place  to  bor­ make  the  payments  can  be  overcome  by  arranging  with  frequently get  a co­maker  than  is  the  custom for  workers  row  money  in  an  emergency  is  a  regular  Bank—^not  a  the  employing  steamship  company  to  forward  payments  in  other  occupations.  loan  company  nor  so­called  "industrial  bank,"  but  a  to  the  bank  by  deducting  them  from  pay.  ^  Bankers  aren't  worried  so  much  ^bqut  the  fact  that  a  regular  commercial  bank.  At  one  time  banks  made  loans  If  a  Seafarer  owns  property,  like  a  house,  banks  are  Seafarer's  wages  can't  be  garnisheed  as  can  the  pay  of  only  to  businessmen,  but  now  many  do  offer  small  loans  less  worried  about  the  collectibility  of  a  loan,  not  only  other  workers.  The  more  reputable  and  reliable  banks  for  such  family  purposes  as  paying  medical  bills,  con­ because  they  can  seize  the  property  but  it  shows  the  bor­ don't  ask for  wage assignments  anyway. But  they  are  con­ solidating  other  debts, financing  a  car  or  refrigerator,  rower  is  an  established  family  guy.  etc.  Credit  unions  are  reasonable  too  if  you  have  access  cerned  that  seafarers  come  under  the  maritime  laws  and  to  one.  For  example,  if  you  seek  the  loan  o'f  $100,  here's  Bonds  and  life  insurance  are  other  forms  of  collateral  acceptible  for  a  loan,  but  in  this  writer's  opinion  it  isn't  can't  be  sued  as  easily  in  local  courts  if .they  default  on  what  you'd  pay  various  lenders:  usually  very  bright  to  pay  six  to  12  percent  for  a  loan  debts.  .  App. Yearly  Trua  Yearly  stated  Rata  when  your  own  bonds  or  equity  in  insurance  dhrn  you  Of Intarast  Intarast Rata  Dollar  Cost  Interest  Rates  Pyramid  6­12%  $3-$6 only  three.  Vii­1%  ii­'Onth  For  these  reasons  Seafarers  who  urgently  need  a  cash  Credit  Union  Otherwise  you  may  have  to  get  a  co­signer.  That  isn't  $3.50-$6 7­12%  loan  may  sometimes  be  an  easy  target  for  pants  pocket  Regulair  Bank  .. 3V^­6%  year  always  easy  or  desirable  (from  the  co­signer's  point  of  $5-$7 10­14%  lenders  and  other  sharks  who operate  around  docks  par­ Industrial Bank.. 5­7 %  year  view),  unless it's a  very close friend  or  relative.  It  would  $12-$18 be  preferable on  all counts  to  try  to have  your  employer  Z4r36%  ticularly.  You  do  have  to  know  the  score  about  borrow­ Small  Loan  Co..  2­3%  month  $60-$120 Illegal  Usurers  .'$5­$10  month* 110­220%  assure  the  bank  of  repayment  through  wage  deductions.  ing  money  or  you  may find  yourself  paying stiff  interest  But  whatever  you  do,  steer  clear  of  the  loan  sharks.  Note  in  the  above  chart  that  the  true  yearly  rate  of  charges  to  loan  sharks  or  even  some  legal  lenders  who  interest on  installment loans  is actually  double thO  adver­ They'll sink  you  deeper and  deeper.  ' dharge  high rates for small loans.  Loans  for  Seamen  :  •w   i'.  t; •  ;;ilj|  .. ­,• !  r  m  �simtxim  $XAF4  Resoliff/ofi On 1953 Off/cfdis  ;  • }• :•'•    9vr '  $1  1,'^.  ii'.  I  l^­ If}"­ lly  '  If.  WitUm. Metkemotts 19, i5n  Li0G  UNION TALK  The  following  adopted resolution  puts  into  motion  the  nominating  machinery  for  th^  coming  referendum  t»  elect  officisils  in the Atlantic and Gulf  District.  Nominees will,  if  quaMed,  go  on  the  referendum  ballot  to  be  voted  on  by  the  mem*  fy  KEITM  T»Pi  bership in­all pcwts'during  November  and  December,  as  provided  for ­in  the  SIU  Constttu*  (This  series  of  articles  has  been  prepared  by  tka  tkm.  Text  of  the resolution follows:  • SIU Director of  Organization and  Education.)  "WHEREAS,  it  is itbe  policy  of  the  Seafarers  International  Dnion  of  North  America,;  Atlantic and Guilf  District, to determine  annually  by  resolution those elective  <^oes  whk|i  Many  Seafarese  win  be  glaf  to  know, that  Atlantic  tankermen  new  riiall  be placed on the ballot in  each annual election  that are essential to the <q)eration of iiie  have  their/ow*  newjp^r. wMth  these  men  are  pablishing  on  thrtr  own hook to get the facts on the Atlantic ftaet and their ahabliy "union"  Union and as provided h)r in­the Constitution; and  WHEREAS, over Ihe pest  year, the Union haE expanded its adtnini^alive functions ami  set­uy  out  la  the qpen.  in  omikaction  with  the  raak­and­file  tanker  organizing  can]!patgq,  we  can't  stress  too strongly  the  value  ef  haviag  responsibilities as a  resuSt of  increasing services to the m^bership; and ­ every  man  deaigaate  himself  a  valuntai^r orgaidzer Jn  this  drive.  WHEREAS,  Headquarters has carefully appraisefl  the  needs of  the  Organization  in  all  Uheck SIU  with your  .organizers  on how  you  can "help by actu^ly  gohig  In  ponts  and  in  Headquarters; itherefore,  and  sailiqg .Atlantic shlps^  by Inviting  unorganized  tankermen  down  to  BE  IT REBOLyED  that  the following.offices be placed (on the next  referendum ballot ­of  nur  balls  or  to our  ships to see what  Ibe ..score j:euiiy  is on  the  SIU.  the Union  for  the  election  ®f  the ­Officers  of  the  Sharers  International  Union  of  Noxfji  "We  .iu*ge  Afiantic  men  to  coBsider  the  open  fact  that  countless  America, Atlantic and Gulf  Distrjct,>as per the Constitution;  seamen Idcked .around  for  years !hy "SfS  different  non­union  companies  ocganized  by the 'SIU­since 194S, are  today psoudiy  sailing  under  the  Headquarters  Savanhali  sn; banner and  enjoy full membership .fights along with their  brother  .1  Secretary­Treasurer  1 Agent  •   '  mebibers vf  the "UnioxL  6  Assistant iSecretary­Treasurers  .1  Joint Palrohnan  Questions (Need Answers  Tampa  New York  .There's  no  doubt  that  the conipany's  stooges arp  going  to  be  hard  3 Deck  Department  Patrolmen  1 Agent  .  piit to  answer  some  of  the issues  raised  in­ the ­fleet.  The  big  reason  3 Engine  Department  Patrolmen  1 Joint Patrolman  \  why  these  characters  are frying eo hard  to hold  the  AMEU  tqgether,  13 "Steward  Department  Patrolmen  New Orleans  etc  course, is  that  their plushy,  b^gh­paid  jobs  would  be  the  first  to go  6  Joint Patrolmen  1 Agent  if  an  honest union spoiled  their .game.  One  of  fhe  interesting  sidelights—or  maybe  the  hey fo  the  whole  Boston  1 Engine Department  Patrolman  existence  of .the AMEU—is  in  whpse vestpocket'this "union" raaUy  be«  1 Agent  1 ileck' De^tment Patrolman  longs.  It^s operated .behind the  doors of  4 room  in the  Fldelity­PhllB­ 1 Joint  Patrolman  i Steward Department Patrdlman  delphia  Trust  ­Building, hut  it's leiusive  bigwigs  never  even  bothered  Philadelphia  1 Joint  Patrolman  to put " their  name on  the  door or  on ­the  builetia  boaud  in  the  lobby.  1 Agent  Mobile  It's ­actually  an  attorney's  office—and  that's  wbere  you  see  a  noat  1 Joint Patrolman  1 Agent  pattern  bdiiding  up.  As  the  rarik­andnfiie  ATLANTIC  FLEET  NEWS  Baltimore  1 Deck  Department  Patrolman  asked  in  its  first  issue,  "What's rthe  secret?"  If  these  people are eo  1 Agent  1 Engine Department Patrolman  iqgitimate, wjiy  aren't  they operating out in the qpea, and ­who's  really  1 Deck Department Patrbknan  1 Steward Department Patrolman  running the show  anyway?  1 Engine  Department  Patrolman  1 Joint Patrolman  Get  0|it  In  the Open  1 Steward Department .Pattrolman  Galveston  We say you  can't mask  a  shady set­up behind  the name of  a building  1 Joint  Patrolman  —even  one  with  the  high­souadfng  title:  Fideiity­Phiiadeilphia  Trust,  1 Agent  The  pointed  fact  that  the  pledge cards  of  the mea  in <tlie  fleet are  al­ Norfolk  1 Joint  Patrolman  ready  way  beyond  the  SO­peroent  mark  shows  that,.given  the  oppor­ 1 Agent  tunity, the tankermen  who  piece 1 out their livelihood  on  Atlantic's pay  1 Joint Patrolman  and working conditions are fed  up .with  things as they stand now.  BE  IT FINALLY JRESQLVED,  that  in  addition  to  the  regular  Constitutional  require­ The AMEU  would even  have |its jnemhersliip believe that  their wages  ments,  each  candidate  for office  be  requested to furnish with his acceptance for office a regu­ and  conditions  are  better  than  those  in 'SIU  contracts  now,  hut  every  lartion  passport  pdctuae  of  recent  taking as well  as a  statement  of  not  more than  100  words,  Seafarer  sailing  under  the  best  agreements  in  maritime  anywhere fa  giving  a  brief  summary  of ?hs  Union  record  and activities, such  picture and statement to  be  the  world  knows  how  much  tbat  boast  is  worth.  "We  now  have  the  run in  the­SEAFARERS LOG  just prior  to commencement  of  voting.  This  to  be  done  in  best  contract  in  the  industry  and  we  are  hnproving  It  ail  the  time,"  the  current  Issue  of  "The­ Fleet," the  AMEU  puhlicat'ion  emanat­ accordance  with  previous membership action  to familiarize the membership with the names,  says  ing from the "office" in the Fidelity Building.  faces, and records of all candidates for office.  '  You'd think that a  paper cari^ipg tbat honest­sounding address ndsht  try to imitate  the idea  that the  wprd "fidelity" carries, hut it goes  even  Paul  Hall,  H­1  A1  Kerr,  K­1  Joe Algina, A­1  further  in  this  laughable  recitation.  Right  .at  the opening .of  these  Claude  Simmons, S­1  Walter  Siekmann,  S­7  Marty  Breithoff,  B­2  same  remarks, it  speaks of  "tryiqg  to make  a  better contract.still bet­ i  ter .. . (with) ... a  retroacti­vie clause for  'day  workers."  This  retro­ active  clause,  we  might  point  opt,  is  bow  the  AMEU  peculiarly  ap­ Quo/ff/ccri/oos For  Nominafion In A&C Election  proaches  a  day  workers'  pay  hodst  negotiated by  fhe  SIU  earlier  this  year,  which  Seafarers  have  been  collecting  for  more  than  six  months  Qudifkations 'for candidates for  A&G  elective offices are as follows:  now, since March 1, 1952.  Yet Ihp AMEU still crows dVer itS "best con­ fa­act in the indusb^"  1)*  The caoididaie must be a citizen of tbe United States  Here's the  Rub  2^  The candidate must  have held an SIU membership book  for a mmimura of two  years  Onr advice to tankermen Insthe AMEU  who read  this hit of  nonsense  prior to the election;  ­to  pay special  attention  to the  last  sentence  in  this  same  piece In  3)  He must  have served a minimum  of  three  years'  actual  sea  time  in  any  unlicensed  ­is  "The  Fleet"  commenting  that  the  SIU  "has  nothing to  offer  that  the  capacity aboard.ship;  AMEU  canl  tc^."  Everybody  knows  that's  just  a lot  of  whistling  in  4)  Four mcmths of  that sea timemust  bean  the  current  year,  except  that  service  as ii  the dark.  The reason  Atlantic tankermen  are swinging behind  the SIU  Union • officialiin the current year 3s considered the  e^ivalent of  this requirement;  is­that the AMEU can't even hope  to match—Qet  along alone "top" SIU  5)  The  candidate  must,subrait a recent  reg^ation­«ize  passport  photo of  himselfj  plus  tanker  agreements.  They­'Il he left  so  far  behind  us  again  when  cur­ • a statement  of  100 words or less summarizirig  his reoond since  joiaing the  Uakaj.  rent negofiatians­wlnd up .that they'll never ealtch\up.  Cartoon  History  Of  The SIU  Birth or The StU  No. 20  i  '  •  m  m'  EB ­ •   fhe SUP w^as, given aa jlntematioaatl charter  by  the AFL in  October, W38, and the Seafaiars In­ ­ternatioaai  Union  was  barn.  The  seamen  nn­ ^er  the  Fsderal  pbarter ­immediately  afUiiated  as  three  distrirts,  Atlantic,  Gtdf  and  >(heat  Xakes.  . A,.aeuen<^oint worganiziqg campaign • v/m  adopted  and  was  launched  in 'CU  the dietclcU.  tVolunteer  drganizers went  to ­work.  OifltWrs  threw  in their ^MU  hooks  and  joiSBd  the  SIU.  New  members,  who had  never carried  a  umien  hook  hut  had  ;£.upported  ail  hee^s,  also  joined.  Some 4,000  new members were  signed up within  a  year.  With this  Oxeasm, 4be  SIU  iweht out  and. bqgu  ee,  Eastern Steamsb^  Co.  provided the first test (Of  strength  when,  alarmed  at  the SIU's  growth, it  declared war on  wages, and conditions.  The first  SIU ­strtke  ­was  called.  It  was  an SIU ­victory  and  proved tfie new  Union  was  built on a firm  doundatiau.at masked the beginniog of Ihe SlU'a  • xpanslon.  �WtUKf. Sfeytmdm IK im  5 BiA FA ICggy  tO C'^  V»te*Nt»  ­:sii  Ope»iing  of  The  Seven  S0as  Room  in  the  et­ panciei  dfed  facifiHes  of  the  Portt  O'Coll  Bar  at  SlU'  headq uarfers  the  night  of  Sepiteraher  1.5  mariecT  another  ootstanding  Union  success  in  a­series  of  first­time­  Union  enterpriser  dedicated  to  the  use  of  Seoforers, their  families and the g^ercd public.  "Wonldn't have­ missed this tfxs the  worlds" said Seafarer Gsorce Stevens, chief stewfard;  enjoying  the  gala  opening  with  his  wife,  Garrma.  A  resident  of  nearby  Manhattarv  Oeorge  marveled  at  the' decorations  which  made over the  cafeteria.  The  clonrTor  of  the  headquarters  cafeteria  was  nowhere to be seen  that evenmg, white, in a matter  of  minutes,  workmen«­­qMcl(­switch  artists im their  own right—transformed the ploce into New York's  newest and­gayest nigfit crub.  By  B Pfd,  Seafarers,  their  guests,  working news­ papermen  gathered  to  witness  this  bold  SlU ven­ turer  into  the  enferfciinraemt  fietd^,  and'  a  large  number  of  delegates  to  the  nationol  AFL corrven­ tion  which  started  earlier  that  day  were  being  treated  to  music,,  name  entertainment  and  good'  food at  the  some  moderate­ prices  which had pre­ vailed at  the Port  O'Coll for  six months and mode  it a terrific  success;  There  was  some  seribus  talk  4t  this  t^le,  where  SIU  Assistant  Secretary­Treasurer  Bob Matthews  (right),. Mrs. Matthews,  Assistant US Labor Secretary EobeBt T. Creasey  (i2nd  from  left)',  made, a  foursome  with  Congressman Donadd^ L. CyXooIe.  Sbng­stylist Dolly Dawn and comedian Henny Youngman  share the mike  during a song routine,, while. Pete Hubino  Ond  the Crackpots  provide  the accompainiiment.  Comedy  headliner  Henny  Youngman.  (standing); chats  witlt a  group of" newspapermen  from  Mietropolitan  NY d^es,. reporting on  the occasion, for their papers. Judgjutg ftom  the expressions,, we'd  say  the punchline^was  just coming­up.  ­I  Intent  observers.  (IrR)  were­Walter  Hamshar,  John  O'Reilly,,Jim KaviRanes and Mils. Hamshar, reporting« the  event for  the  NY  Herald­ Tribune.  1  Congressman  Louis  B.  Hellef  (fight)  and  NY  Idirrop  columnist Eddie Zettaer hold a coniab  (topX, At bottom.  Shorty  Warren  and'his  b..nd  kuppi^ inuiito fw dangibfl.  With  a full  house on hand for each, bf.the  three all­star shows during the evening,  the  new Seven Seas  Room  was really launched with a bang. Here), all eyes are on the enter­ tainment at  the bandstand,  even during the  wefrhoUrs.  �Mr­T?»­  ;..•   ^  • '  ­­..v.­  :?iFj;.'.­>­­: •   ­T^  • xi  mS  i­f­'  Friday, September 19, 195t  SEAFAnERS  LOG  Pace  Ten  PORT REPORTS  a  few  replacements,  but  these  are  New  Orleans:  (International  Nav)  and  Amersea  Baltimore:  few  and  far  between.  (Blackchester).  '  After  we  succeed  in  organizing  Election Discussed  Atlantic,  I dare  say  that  this  port  The  membership  at  our  branch  will  be as  active  as  any  along  the  meeting  had  quite  a  discussion  on  coast.  Our  boys  are  doing  a  real  the  coming  SIU  election,  and  the  Things  turned  even­slower  than  democratic  procedure  within  the  A  fairly  large  surplus  of  men  bang­up  job  on  these ships,  and  if  We've  had  more  men  shipped  they  had  been  the  last  couple  of  Union  whereby,  the  members  has  accumulated  in  the  port,  al­ the  outcome  is  as satisfactory  as  I  than  registering  the  paist  two  weeks,  as  we  wound  up  without  a  nominate  their  own  officials.  It  though  we  shipped  over  300  men.  expect  it  to  be,  these,  boys  will  weeks,  so  all  In  all  the  picture  gingie  payoff  or sign­on  during the  was agreed that  the resolution gov­ The  trouble  is  registration  has  really have  earned  their  laurels.  looks  good.  Beefs  were  at  a  ne.w  erning  1953  officials  would  assure  been  pretty  high  too.  Guaranteed Wage  Won  period.  low,  with  only  a  few  minor  items  greater  all­around  service  to  each  Since  the"  last  report  we_have  Our  Maritime  Trades  Depart­ However,  we  did  have  a  couple  of  in­transit  ships,  including  the  member.  had  19  ships  pay  off,  15  sign  on  ment has  just completed  a wonder­ appearing.  They  were  easily  set­ Trinity  (Carras)  in  Providence,  It was pointed  out to  those mem­ and  nine  vessels  in  transit.  There  ful  job  in  contract  negotiations  tled  to the  benefit  of  all  hands.  Oiympic Games  (US  Petroieum) in  bers  who  brought  the  matter  up  a  were  no  beefs  to  speak  of  and  all  with  the  Franklin  Sugar  Refinery.  Paying  off  during  the  period  Montreal, as  well as  the  Steel  Ap­ few  days  earlier  that  the  Union  ships  were  easily  squared  away.  One of  our sister unions had locked  prentice  (Isthmian),  Federal  (Tra­ sign  in  front  of  the  hail  had  been  We  have  been  having  a  little  horns  with  the  company  and  were  the  following:  Alcoa  Pointer,  falgar)  and  Lafayette  (Waterman).  reframed  and  repaired  so  that  it  hassle  with  various  companies  couldn't  get  a  signed  pact.  As  Partner  (Alcoa);  Del  Mar,  Del  We  had  a  beef  on  the  Lafayette  was  again  in  first­class  shape  and  over  the  lack  of  uniform  rules  soon  as  demands  for  a  pay  raise  Aires,­Del  Rio  (Mississippi);  An­ about  the  food  being  in  adequate  something  all  the  brothers  could  covering  medical  exams  adminis­ and  wage  guarantee  were  brought  tinous,  Chickasaw  (Waterman);  up,  the  talks  broke  up.  for  the  trip  to  Europe,  and  got  be  proud  of  as  a  symbol  of  the  tered  by  some  Genevieve  Peterkin  (Bloomfieid);  MTD  officials  were  called  in  to  Trojan.Trader  (Trojan);  Catahoula  that  settled  and  action  taken  on  it  SIU  in  this  port.  doctors,  with  the  sit  in  on  negotiations,  and  then  Ben  Rees  before  the  ship  pulled  out  again.  idea  of  getting  a  the  company  sat  up  and  took  (National  Nav).  The sign­ons  were  Norfolk  Port  Agent  standard  book  of  Summer  Run  Ending  notice.  We  walked  out  with  a  sub­ the  Del  Mar,  Del  Oro,  Del  Alba  rules to  go  by.  4»  4"  About  ready  to  end" her  summer  stantial  raise  and  retroactivity,  (Mississippi),  plus  the  Alcoa  Point­ Some  of  the  run  to  Nova  Scotia,  the  Yarmouth  Seattle:  and  a  guarantee  of  at  least  49Vi  er, Genevieve  Peterkin  and  Trojan  medical  results  (Eastern)  has,  for  the  first  time  weeks'  wages  per  year.  This~i8  Trader..  often  seem  a  lit­ we  remember,  run  a  full  season  the  first  time  in  the  history  of  an  The  in­transits  were  heavy,  in­ tle  too  arbitrary  without  beefs.  Credit  for  this out­ operation  of  this  type  that  a  wage  cuding the Alcoa  Pennant, Clipper,  in  our  mind.  standing  job  goes  to  the  very  able  Pilgrim  (Alcoa); Steel  Maker, Steel  guarantee  ever  was  achieved.  As many  of  the  and  efficient  handling  of  disputes  Lannon  Executive,  Steel  Fabricator  (Isth­ This  is  just  about  all  for  now,  on  board  by  the  department  dele­ Shipping  just  about  broke'wide  members  know,  except  that  if  we  don't  soon  get  mian);  Del  Mundo,  Del  Oro,  Del  we  have  been  busy  for  some  time  gates.  Men  who  take  jobs as  dele­ open  up  here  in  the  Northwest  a  European  run  ­into  this  port,  Alba  (Mississippi);  Seatrains  Loui­ gates  and  keep  things  running  as  with  a  mess  of  payoffs  and  sign­ now  on  the  problem  of  locating  a  some  of  the  lovers  on  the  beach  siana,  New  Jersey,  Georgia  (Sea­ suitable  location  for  a  new  branch  smoothly  as  they  did  really  de­ ons  keeping  us  hopping.  We  had  will  wind  up  in  Snug  Harbor  just  train); Monarch  of  the Seas, Jeffer­ serve  a  vote  of  thanks.  seven  ships  paying  off  and  six  of  hall  in  this  port  and  we  expect  waiting  around  for  Spain  or  Ger­ son  Davis,  Morning  Light  (Water­ we'll  really  have  results  by  tha  Some  of  the  brothers  on  the  them  signed  up  again  out  of  this  many  or  wherever  their  loves  may  man);  Southern  Counties  (South­ beach  right  now  turned  out  with  port.  Together  with five  in­tran­ next  report.  A  membership  com­ be.  ern  Trading);  Omega  (Omega).  mittee  is on  the  job  of  selecting  a  us  one  AM  to  sits  they  cleaned  out  the  hall.  About  the  only  topics  of  discus­ A.  S.  Cardullo  ,  help  an  MM&P  Paying  off  were  the  Quartette  site  from  several  possibilities  this  sion  around  here are  the  voting on  week.  Philadelphia  Port  Agent.  (Standard);  Oceanstar  (Triton);  picketline,  and  the constitution  and  the  brand­new  Outspoken  Praise  within  four hours  Seagate  (Seatraders);  Greeley  Vic­ t  .  t  t­ air­conditioning  in  the  hali.  Both  the  whole  squab­ tory  (South  Atlantic);  Topa  Topa  Among  the  brothers  who  have  Galveston:  have  been  receiving  the full  atten­ ble  was  over.  (Waterman),  and  the  two  Ocean  really  been  outspoken  in  their  tion  of  the  mem­ This  was  in  con­ Tow  ships,  Alaska  Cedar  and  praise  for  the  new  constitution  is  bership.  The  air­ nection  wfth  the  Alaska  Spruce.  All  of  these  ships  Peter Lannon, one  ^f  the oldtimers  conditioning  was  Masters,  Mates'  signed  on  again  except  for  the  in  this  port.  Pete  feels  that  the  turned  on  at  the  attempts  to  se­ Greeley  Victory  which  is  going  new  document  will  serve  us  a  lot  iast  meeting,  and  better  than  the  one  under  which  As  always,  shipping  is  never  a  the  benefits  were  C. Ruggero  cure  a  contract  into  the  boneyard.  with  the  Ameri­ we  had  been  operating.  No  Beefs  problem  to  the  rated  man  who  hjghly appreci­ can­Hawaiian  Line,  which  was  ac­ Considering  the  fact  that,  the  wants  to  move  out  of  here, as  that  ated by the  broth­ We  were sorry  to  see  her  go  be­ complished  in  quick  order  after  cause  this  ship  paid  off  in  very  present  constitution,  has  rarely  part  of  the  picture  is  still  un­ ers  who  h aV e  the  Boston  Maritime  Trades  Coun­ good  shape  with  not  a  single  beef  been  amended  and  has  worked  so  changed.  sweated out  many  cil  got  on  the  job.  aboard.  It  only  took  an  hour  to  well  up to  now,  despite  the growth  However,  the  statistics  for  the  a  summer  meet­ Stocker  Among  the  boys  with  us,  by  the  square  the  whole  business  away.  of  the  Union  and  changes in  labor  period  were  none  too  encouraging,  ing  when  the  way,  are  P. Dominico,  D.  Sheehan,  A  iot  of  credit  goes  to  the  dele­ laws,  Pete  feels it's a  real  compli­ as  there  were  but  two  payoffs,  mercury  was­ up  high.  The' ballot­ J. Snow, F.  J. Demasi, J.  Connelly,  gates  on  this  ship:  Tony  Lipari,  ment  to  the original  members  who  Margaret  Brown  (Bloomfieid)  and  ing  on  the  constitutional  referen­ C.  J.  DeBay,  Charlie  Moss,  A.  H.  ship's  delegate;  A.  Moshak,  deck:  drew  it  up.  Northwestern  Victory  (Victory  dum  is  moving  along  at  a  pretty  Blanchette,  K.  Goldman,  E.  T.  Frank  Arando,  engine,  and  S.  Carriers),  to  keep  us  in  practice.  fair clip, and  at  the  last  count  had  Earl  Sheppard  Riley,  D.  Massello,  Leo  Rams,  J.  Wright,  stewards.  This  was  one  reached  800  votes.  A  good  job  on  Baltimore  Port  Agent.  We  had  no  sign­ons  at  all.  Halpin,  J.  Flaherty  and  Leonardo  of  the  best  ships  to  hit  this  port  the  present  committee  is  being  SIU­Transits  Active  and  Constantino  Ruggero.  Both  for  a  long  time.  done  by  Brothers  Vic  Miorana,  There  was  quite a  bit  of  activitjL.  these  last­mentioned  boys  have  Our  in­translts  this  time  around  on  the  in­transit  front,  an  even  Frenchy  Mouton  and  John  Cald­ been  with  us  since  early  in  the  included  the  Portmar  (Calmar);  Philadelphia:  dozen  ships  calling,  with  two  of  well.  SIU's history as engine  department  Richard  Harding  Davis  (South  At­ them,  the  Government  Camp  and  We've  had  quite  a  crowd  of  old­ men.  Both  live  in  nearby  Revere,  lantic);  Bienviile  (Waterman);  Sea­ Bradford  Island,  both  of  the  Cities  timers  around  recently  inciuding  Mass.  cloud  (Seatraders);  and  Ames  Vic­ Service  oil^hip  fleet,  winding  up  Frenchy  Michelet,  Mike  Rossi,  Most  of  the  brothers  in  the  hos­ tory  (Victory  Carriers).  in  the  shipyard.  The  other  ten  'Ding  Dong"  Bell,  Tom  Gould,  pital  are  coming  along  okay,  ex­ With shipping  the way  it is there  Needless  to  say,  shipping  is  included  the  following:  Julesburg  Pete  Valentine  and  Joe  "Pop"  cept  for  O.  C.  Harris,  whose  con­ haven't  been  too  many  of  our  old­ in  the City of Brotherly  (Mathiasen);  Royal  Oak  (Cities  Stosker.  "Pop" is  hitting  the  70­ dition  is not  yet satisfactory. Irwin  timers  staying  around  very  iong,  rather slow  Love,  except  for  coastal  tankers  Service);  Seatrains Louisiana,  New  year  mark and  is figuring  on  retir­ Bassett, meanwhile.,  is expecting  to  but  we  do  have  a  few  with  us,  in­ and  Cities  Service.  Jersey,  Georgia,  Texas  (Seatrain);  ing around the first  of  the year.  A  be  out  of  there  this  week.  cluding  L.  E.  Meyers,  Blackie  Ab­ It is hard  to get  a fun  to Europe  Evelyn  (Bull);  Strathbay  (Strath­ well­known  chief  cook­on  US­fiag  One  of  the  boys  at  Brighton  bey,  Bill  Glick  and  John  Karpen­ or  the  Far  East,  but  rated  men  more);  Warrior,  Fairland  (Water­ ships  the  last  28  years,  he's  been  Marine,  D.  S.  White,  is  growing  a  skl.  an.SIU  member  since  1940.  have  no  problem  at  all  in  going  man).  beard  while  there.  He  claims  it  In  the  local  marine  hospital,  Jeff  Morrison  Keith  AIsop  to  work.  Once  in  a  while,  a  rusty  will  be  a  dandy  bird  sanctuary  Texan  Clyde  Still,  who  claims  the  Seattle  Port  Agent  old  Liberty  will  come  in  and  take  •   Galvestan  Port  Agent  when  it  gets  a  little  longer.  Every  distinction  of  never  before  having  morning  the  nurse  combs  out  his  suffered  a  day's  iliness,  is finding.,  whi&kers  for him, so  we're not  sur­ himeslf  in  the  unaccustomed  role  prised  he's  always  in  good  spirits  of  hospital  patient.  It  appears  when  we  vi.sit  him.  only  a  little  matter  of  time  before  we'll  be  seeing  Clyde  tossing  in  James  Sheehan  for  a  black  gang  job.  Boston  Port  Agent  Recovery­Bound  Shipping from  August 28 to  September  TO  3^  $  t  We've  received  many  inquiries  REG.  REG.  SHIP.  SHIP.  TOTAL  concerning  the  progress  of  Jimmy  _  REG.  TOTAL  SHIP.  Norfolk:  PORT  DECK  DECK  ENGI>TE  STEW,  BEG.  ENG.  STEW. SHIPPED  Ward  and  Clyde  "Whitey"  Lanier,  Boston  17  21  9  9  18  91  35  and  are pleased  to report  that each  appears  recovery­bound.  They've  New  York  221  658  164  167  473  219  142  even  reached,the  point  where  the  Philadelphia  59  44  137  hospital  grants  them  an  occasional  46  131  34  36  The  shipping  situation  plainly  Baltimore  78  101  127  306  pass.  Veteran  Seafarer  Ben  Fo»  136  86  365  shapes  up  this  way;  bad  shipping  Norfolk  27  20.  15  55  ter,  who  is  confined  to  the  same  32  99  20  and  prospects  to  match.  Only  two  ward, also  seems  to  be  doing  nice­ Savannah  ..i  21  18  63  ly.  24  8  42  ships  were  in  for  payoff  and  sign­ Tampa  .... t  on  in  the last  two  weeks.  No  Figures  Received  Mitch  Mobley  is  back  at  the  In  addition,  a  few  men  got  off  Mobile  68  61  124  253  USPHS  hospital  here  also,  over  131  293  75  on  the  beach  as  replacements  on  84  267  some  trouble  with  varicose  veins.  79  94  77  87  263  the  Cantigny  (Cities  Service),  New  Orleans  We  expect  he,  too,  will  be  out  and  47  181  back  at  his familiar  haunts  before  76  58  61  46  169  Alcoa  Pegasus  (Alcoa)  and  the  Galveston  Carroll  Victory  (South  Atlantic).  West  Coast  long.  72  64  227  91  46  181  59  The  only  ships  scheduled  in  are  Llndsey  J. Williams  tlie  Compass  (Compass),  Marven  New  Orleans  Port  Agent  Totals  844^^  ^  709  3^292  1,997  088  676  Boston:  Union Seeks Slandard  Rules On Medleal Exam  No Beefs All Summer  On The Yarmeuth Run  Greeley Victory Sets  Payoff Spood Rocord  Slay Away From Here  If Ven're Nel Baled  MTDJInlly Pays Off  In Pact, Pay Boost  f'  •  ;/.7­ Members Lewi Union's  Fair Voting Precednre  Rospllal Pallenls All  Coming Along NIeoly  ,'7.;  0 0 �SAAFAmgRi  lae  pHimr,  Se|ilee*se ISf M  • •   Cace Etemt  .. IKMUr lt£POJRlV    Mobile:  .good  candidate  and  work  for  hist  Wi/minafan*  fit  the  entire  maritime  industry  $an  Francisco:  election.  Of  course,  we" also  havei  ^  labor  movement  as  the  SIU  has  the  Presidential  affair  coming  up.,  been  leading  the  parade  for  But  as  Louisiana  ia  a  Democratic!  years."  (State,  we  will  very  likely  follow  Our  oldtimers  on  the  bea(di  in  Stevenson.  recent  weeks  have  included  J.  Strike Still  On  At  present,  shipping  is  on  the'  Crowley,  H:  Menville,. R.  Griffith,  Shipping,  in  the  port  really  bit  "Just  fair,"  is  the  best  way  toi  describe  shippintr down  here.  Thei  On  the  labor  front,  the  strikei  slow  bell  in  this  port,  and  pros­ N.  Sikes  and  Tony  Stivers.  We're  • the skidB the  last  couple  of  weeks;  same  conditions  are  eiqiected  tot  'by  the  AFL  Metal  Trades  Council!  pects  for  the  immediate  future'  happy  to  report  that  none  of  our  'as  things'­  slowed  to  a  walk.  Proe­ continue for  the next  two weeks.  at  Firestone  is  still  going  strong.)  are  poor.  We  have  ample  men  to  men  are  in  the  hospital.  jpects  look  pretty  poor  also,  with  Brisk  shipping activity  here oen­ .The  morale  of  the  men­ istnmnihgj  handle  any  ships  that  may  sneak,  Sam  Cohen  nothing  but  the  usual  intercoastal  in  for  payoff;  but  we  doubt  thati  ter6d  arpund  12 payoffs.  They in­ :hl^, and  they  won't  let  Fireatonei  Wilmhirton  Port  Agent  jobs  scheduled.  cluded  Waterman's  GoKlot  City;  starves them  out.  AH  unions havei  we  can  take  care  of  other  Sea­ i.  It  X  Monarch  of  the  Sea,  Warrior,  I closed  ranks  and  have  given  gen­ farers.  There  is  a  spurt  of  shipping  in  Morning  Light and  Jeff  Davis,  and]  erously  of  their  money  and  their  Among  the  payoffs  and  sigir­onsi  New  York:  the  Seattle  area,  however,  and  Aicoa'si Pennant,  Pegasus,  Clipper.  men  to  make  this  strike  absoluteiy  have  been  the  Ames  Victory  (Vic­ rated  men  have  a  fair  chance  of  Pilgrim,  Runner,  Patroit  and  Cor­ successful.  The Building  and Con­ tory  Carriers)  and  the  Seatiger  getting  out  from  there  without  sair.  The  Warrior  signed  on,  as  .struction  Trades,  Council  is  stilli  (Colonial).  In­transits  included:  did  Alcoa's  Ranger,  Pegasus,  Pil­ striking agginst  the non­union  con­ Fairport  and  Raphael  Semmesi  too  long  a  stay  on  the  beach.  grim,  Clipper,  Corsak  and  Cava­ tractor  who  tried  to  build  a  tele­ (Waterman),  North  Platte  Victory  Ships  paying  off  for  the  last  lier.  Ships  passing;  through  in­ phone  line  with, scab  labor.  This  (Mississippi),  Portmar  and  Penmar  The  past  two  weeks  have  seen;  couple  of  weekB  were  the  Kyska  cluded  the  Iberville  and  Antinous  contractor's  operations  have  been  (Calmar).  things  turn  slower  than  they  had  .(Waterman)  signed  on  for  another  (Waterman);  Steel  Maker  (Isth­ shut  down, completely.  He  may  On  the  Seatiger,  we  won  a  be^fi  • voyage to  the  Far  East,  and  the  mian)  and  Del  Alba  (Mississippi).  leam  his  lesson  soon  and  sign  up  involving  400  hours'  pay  in  the'  been,  as  most  of  the  activity  was.  jliichard  Harding  Davis  (South  At­ for  a first­time  contract.  Mean­ deck  and  steward  departments.  confined  to  voting on  the new  con­ lantic),  back  from  a  seven­month  Constitution  Approved  In  line  with  the action  taken  in  while,  Seafarers  are  helpings  to  The  master  had  the  crew  butter­ stitution  and  negotiations  for  the  ivoyage  to  the  Orient  and  inactive  .right  now.  Both  of  these  ships,  worthing  on  seawatches  and  re­ new  agreement.  other  ports,  SIU  members  in  Mo­ man  the  picketlines.  Particularly  encouraging  to  la­ fused' to  pay  at  overtime  rates  for  We  paid  off  a  total  of  24  ships,  especially  the  Davis,  were  in  exs­ bile  turned  in  »  resoundingly  fa­ vorable  vote  for.  the  new  constitu­ bor  was  the  NLRB, representation  Saturday  and'  Sunday.  .  He  also:  and  14  on  foreign  articles,  along:  tremeiy  good  shape  and  it  was  a  tion.  Also,  by  a unanimous  vote,  election  victory  scored  by  the  balked  at  paying  for  the  three;  with  the  usual  number  of  in­ pleasure  to  handle  them.  Several  In­Tfansits  the  men  approved  the  resolu­ Garage Mechanics  Union.  Another  hours  while  in  port.  But  after  a  transits  and  ships  on  continuous  tion  on  1953  officials  which  will;  shop,  where  the  vote  was  contest­ lot  of  talking,  we­  collected  th©  articles.  The  in­transit  ships  during  this  meet a long­standing need for mora  ed,  is  also  expected  to  come  over.  full  amount  due­ our  men.  The  following  were  the  ships,  ­period  were  the  foXlowing:  Topa  Leroy  Clarke  port  officials here and  will increase  The  longshore­ paid off; Elizabeth,  Angelina, Kath­ Topa,  Bienville,  Fairport  (Water­ Lake  Charles.  Port  Agent  men  staged  a  the  union's  service's  to­  the  mem­ ryn,  Frances,  Puerto  Rico  (Bull);,  map);  Portmar  (Calmar);  Ames  bership  all  over.  Seatrains  Louisiana,  New  Jersey..  Victory,  Longview  Victory  (Victory  walkout  here  for  Savannah  (Seatrain);  Royal  Oak.  Carriers);  Christos  M  (Triton).  Be­ 24  hours  in  pro­ The  feelings  of  our  men. on  the  Lone  Jack,  Chiwawa  (Cities  Serv­ sides  the R.  H.  Davis,  the  Burbank  test  to the  depor­ new  constitution  and  bin  of  rights  Savannah:  ice);  Robin  Doncaster  (Robin);;  Victory  (Eastern)  is  also  inactive.  tation  order  m  are. summarized  Lawrence  Victory  (Mississippi);  There  is  no  indication  right  now  against  Harry  •   kf  =  by  C.fa a ri e s L.  Taddei  (Shipenter);  Potrero  Hills  • whether they  will  actually  go  into  Bridges,  b u t  it  Avera, an  oldtim­ (Mar  Trade);  Claiborne,  Mobilian  the  lay­up fleet.  didn't  help  them;  er  vho'  joine4  R •   the  SIU  in  19381  (Waterman);  Trinity  (Carras);  Car­ It  was  just  a  lot  Many  of  the  brothers  have  been  Since  it's  reported  around  that  rabulle  (National  Nav);  Steel  asking  about  the  new five­year  "I  am  quite  sure  South  Atlantic  plans  to  put  ani­ of  wasted" effort  Maldonato  Navigator,  Steel  Voyager  (Isth­ citizenship  requirement  which  that all  the. memr  other  ship  in  temporary  lay­up,  as  we  had  ex­ mian); Massillon  Victory  (Eastern);  would  enable  many  alien  seamen  bers  feel  as  I  do  the  shipping  outlook  is  not  too  pected.  Back  Pay  Talks  Western  Farmer  (Western  Nav);  to  obtain  their  papers.  We  want  that  it  is  one  of  good.  Federal  (Trafalgar).  to remind  everyone  that  these  reg­ We  are  putting  pressure  on  the  the  best  docut­ The biggest news down  this  way,  ments  existing!  coming  as  sudden  as  it  did,  was  Orion,  Triton,  Colonial  and  other  Sign­ons  included:  Robin  Hood,  ulations  won't  ,go  into  effect  until  This  document  that  this  same  company  finally  companies  to  square  away  the  re­ Robin  Tuxford,  Robin  Goodfellow  December,  1952,  and  that  as  soon  took  quite  a  bit  of  work,  planning  crewed  up  the  good  ship  Southr  t!j)active  pay  issue  before  the  (Robin);  Steel  Director,  Sh el  Voy­ as  we  get  the  necessary  info  on  and  thinking  on  the  part  of  our  wind,, and­this helped  things  con­ new  contracts  are  inked  in  order  ager,.  Steel  Navigator  (isthmian);  how  the  whole  thing  is  gaing  to  Constitutional  Committee.  It  will  siderably.  The  South wind  had  to  avoid  complications  later.  ­ Lawrence  Victory;  Hurricane,  La  work,  it  will  be  carried  in  the  protect  the  members  and  insure  been  laid  up  about  a  month.  It's  Ralph  Maldonato,  who  has  been  Salle,  Claiborne,  Schuyler  Otis  LOG.  Item  For  Talk  them  the  rights  they  have  worked  more  than  likely  the  Southland  a  member  of  SIU  since­  1944)  Bland  (Waterman);  Ocean  Lotte  for  since  the  inception  of  the  will  be  held  inactive  for  a  while  claims  to  have  the  biggest  family  (Ocean  Trans);  Trinity;  Massillon  We  have  to  emphasize  that  no­ union."  body  knows  too  much  about  these­ as  soon  as  she  arrives  here,  acr  in  our  union.  All  seven  of  his  Victory.  Comparing  present  working  con^  cording*  to  the  information  we  brothers­  are  sailing  under  SIU  Few Beefs  rules because,  as  we've  said before,  ditions.  with  those  when  he  ent  have.  banners.  Wow!  What  an  outfit!  A  We  had  another  Liberty  brought  they're  still  new  and  the  official  tered  the  union  14  years  ago,  he  The  other  ships  that  were  in  in­ family  man  now  with  a  keen  apt  out  of  lay­up  this  week,  the  Cecil  dope  is  not  out  yet.  said:  "Back  then  we  didn't  have  cluded  the  following:  Michael  preciation  of  what  it  costs  to  live  N.  Bean  (Dry  Trans).  This  same  Biggest  item  of  talk  around  the  welfare  and  vacation benefits, ffrstf  (Carras),  Julesburg  (Mathiasen),  in  these  expensive  days,  Ralph  company  expects  to  bring  out  two  waterfront  is  the  recent  court  de­ class  union  halls;  high  wages  and  Strathbay  (Strarthmore),  Marina  says  that  "SIU  is  the  one  organt  more  ships  in  the  next  two  weeks,  cision  upholding  the  conviction  of  many  of  the  other  great  gains  we  (Bull),  Steel  Executive  (Isthmian)',  ization  that  has  always  thought  so  prospects for  shipping are  good.  Harry  Bridges  have  made  since.  Conditions  now  Seatrain  Savannah  (Seatrain).  All  ahead  for  the  benefit  of  its  mem­r  The  Keystone  Mariner  (Water­ and  his  two  lieu­ are  better  than  those' of  any  other  of  these  took  some  replacements  bership."  He  adds  that  SIU  pay;  man),  on  which  we  had  so  many  tenants  for  per­ organization.  This  is  all  due  to  off  our  hands.  The  Steel  Ag^  hours,  welfare  and  health  gains  questions  regarding  when  she  will  jury.  No  doubt  the  members  and  the  elected  of­ HIsthmian)  was  also  in  port,  but  "have come  faster than the average  crew  up,  has  been  delayedi  It  Bridges'  lawyers  ficials  working  together  in  close  did  not  need  anybody.  mind  could  absorb> them,  soi  fast;  looks  like  she  will  not  take  a  full  will  attempt  to  harmony  to "make  cue  union  the  drag  this  case '  Our  hopes  for  shipping  in  tht  as  a  matter  of  fact,  that  it  has  crew  until  around  the  end  of  the  best in  the maritime  industry. Let's  immediate  future  are  hanging  on  been  very  difficult  to­  keep  track  month.  We  crewed  Schuyler  Otis  through  the  Su­ keep  up  the  good  work!"  preme  Court  for  Bland,  a  proto­type ship; last  week,  the  four  or  five  ships  expected  in  of  them."  Cal Tanner  another  two  SIU  Leads  The  Way  and all  hands  agree  that  the  living  the  irexb  twe  weeks,  but  beyond  Mobile  Fort  Agent  that,  we  can(t  see  anything  in  our  years,  as they  did  I  know  that  the  new  contracts  and  working  conditions  on  her  Abbey  with  the  Appel­ crystal  ball.  will  leave  nothing  more  to  he  de­t  promise  to  make  her a  fine  ship.  late  Court  decision,  but  the  Gov­ Claude  Simmons  E.  B.  Tilley  sired  by  the  seamen,"  Ralph  pre­ take Charles;  Asst.  Sec'y­Treas.  ernment  seems  to  think  the  appeal  Savannah' Fort  Agent  dicts;  "The coming  pact  will benet  will  get  swift  action  in  the  Su­ preme  Court.  The  longshoremen  headed  by  Bridges  have  been  holding  stop­ work  meetings  around  the  port  Ptoi.i  Hie  looks  of  things  past.  area  to  protest  the  court  ruling,  Job  prospects  here  should­  be  on  103  Durham  St.  but  many  right­wing  members  of  Sam  Cohen.  Agent  Terminal  4­2874 i  PORT  COLBORNE  the  downgrade  for  at  least  two  Stu,  A&G  District  HEADQUARTERS  ..  679  4th  Ave.,  Bkiyia  Ontario  Phone:  5591  the  same  union  have  been  beefL.g  weeks  more.  Shipping  is slow.  We  BALTIMORE  SECRETARY­TREASURER  TOHONTO,  Ontario  86  Cbiborne  St.  U  North  Gay  St.  Paul  HaU  Elgin  5719  about  too  much  time  lost  for  these  Mulberry  454p  dbn't recommend'that anyone come  Earl  Sheppard,  Agent  ASST  SECRETARY­TREASURERS  VICTORIA.  BC  617V4,  Coamorant  St.  demonstrations.  They  say  these  BOSTON  276  State  St  Lloyd.  Gardner  this  way  except  for a  nice  rest..  James  Sbeehan.  Agent  Richmond. 2­0140  Empire  4531  Robert Matthews  Claude  Simmons  VANCOUVER,  BC  565. Hamilton  St.  "stop­work"  confabs  ought  to  be  Dispatther  Richmond  2­Ol4ft  .  HEADQUARTERS  The  Winter  Hill;  Pholi,  Ftench  REPRESENTATIVE  Pacific  7824  held  down  to  regular  meeting  GALVESTON  30814  23rd  St.  Jbe  Algina  Creek  and  Lone  Jack,  all  of  Cities  •Keith  SYDNEY,  NS  304  Charlotte  St.  Alsop.­ Agent  Phone  2­844fi  Phone  6346  nights  only.  1419  Ryan  S(.  Service,  called  in  this  area­ during­ LAKE  CHARLES.  La  S U P  BAGOTVILLE,  Qeebec  20  Elgin St.  : Leroy  Clarket  Agent  Phone  6­974(1  Some  of  the  brothers  currently  Phone:  545  16  Merchant ^  the  past  twd'  weeks.  The  Wanda  MOBILE  1  South.  Lawrence  St.  HONOLULU  37  Ormpnt  St.  on  the  beach  have  been  Herbert  Phone  5!877|7  THORORD,  Ontario  Phone­2.1794  PORTLAND  (Epiphany)  paid off  in Port  Artbun,  Cal  Tanner. Agent  Phone:  3­3202  522  N.  W.  Everett  St  .NEW  ORLEANS  923  BienviUe  113 Cote  De  La  Montague  Parks, Case>'  Jones, Ralph  Moisant,  Beacon  4338  QUEBEG  Tbxiai  after  a  coastwise  rtin.  She­ Lindsey  WllUarhs;  Agent.  Qaehee  Phonei  2­7078  257:5th;St  MagnoUa  8113­611  RICHMOND,  CALIE;.,  SAINT  JOHN  177  Prince  William  St  George  Franks.  E.  Giza,  H.  Four­ was  in  excellent  shape,  with­ all'  NEW  YORK  Phone  259B  679  4th  Ave..  Brook!  NB  Phone:  2­3049  nier, Billy Sing  and Richard  Abbey.  SAN  FRANCISCO..  .490­Harrison  STerling  8­4  of  her  beefs  settled rad!  a  real­ Dongles  2­886B  NORFOLK  127­129  Bank  The  latter;  a  real  family  man,  SEATTLE  2700  1st  Ave.  pieasnre  to handld.  She  was  man­ Ben  Rees,. Agent.  Phone  A.1'  Great  lak^s District  Main  0291)  was  bom  in  Hawaii  and  still makef  PIHLAIIELPHIA;  337  Market  ned  by  another fine  bunch  of  SHU­ S.  Cardullo.  Axnt  WILMINGTON  440  Avaion  Blvd.  ALPENA  133  W.  Fletcher  his  home  in  Honolulu.  Generally  Market 7­:  Terminal  4­3139  Phone:) 1238W  members­  who  were  right  oir  the  SAN  FRANCr^O­  490  Harrison  «7& 4th  Aive..  Brookim  BUFFALO,  NY  180  Main  St.  sailing  in  the  deck  department  H.  J.  4*  Fischer.. Asent  Fischer.. Asent '  Douglas 3­94'ls  NEW  YORK  STerling  8­46fl  ball.  '  Phone:  Cleveland  7391.  SAN_J1JAN.  N  JUAN.  PR..  PR  292  Pgnce  de  Lec^  CLfVEQANO  734  Lakeside  Aye..  NE  since joining  the SIU six  years a^o,  We]  are  now  girding  ourselves  Sal  CoUs,  Agent­ Canadian  District  Phone:  Main  1­0147  Ihe's  been  shipping  as  bosun  for  a  , .2  Abercorn  3.  for  ajiother  election,  this  tiipe­  to  SAVANNAH  DETROIT...  .1038  3rd  St.  463  McGiU  E  Byruiey. Agent  Phone­3­17|B  MONTREAL...  leac quaqters .Phone:  Woodward  1­6857  iwhile  now.  ,  •   VArquette.­  I  SEATTLE:  ...S700  1st  Aiv^  choosb  a  ma^­or  for  our  fair*  city;  Jeff  Morrison.  Agent,.  DUIUTI  ­T......  531  W.  M^gan  St  HALIFAX.  N­S......  m«i. HoUls  ..  Seneca  4  H»  J.  Fischer  '  Phone:)  M^ose  2­4110  .  The  yotihg' is  a*  long  way  off  yet,,  TAMPA  .... ..iSob­lSU  N;  FrankUn  _  Phone:  3­B9tl!  FORT  WILL  <af;...n8H  Syndicate  AVe.  SOVTHI CHICAGO.. •   iSasCE.  92nd  St. I '  West  Coast  Representativa  but  va  intend  to  get  bc^d  a  rhohe:  Iteex  0­2410  Ontariv  Phone: S^Uai  <  Saatigar Baaf  Woa  On Ovartima Pay  RMotaHon On Officiak  Passed Unantaionsir  Anil­Bridges Dockers  Rap 'Slo|i­Wsrk' Move  One, Maybe 2 Mere  Ships Coming Qui  Grysial Ball Yields  Few Falare Prespecls.  Lonisiaiia Girding Fof  Mat Elaeiion Bailies  .   ­­r  • 1  i  SIU  HALL  OlRBCrORY  i'  �m  Kj*:  Twelve  ilP'lE  IN  THE  WAKE  'B';­ • Ki .i:  W''  I'' "  Friday,  Septeadwr 19.  1959  SEAFARERS  LOG  MEET  THE  SEAFARER  JOSEPH  PALSAT,  AB  In  the  days  of  the  Vikings  or  ple, to  prove  that  the timbers  were  even  a  century  or  two  later,  the  used  in  a  barn  built  at  a  place  What  would  you  do  if  you  had  picket  lines  at  Montreal.  Despite  right side  of  the  vessel  was  known  near  London  in  1625,  a  year  after  the  choice  of  settling  down  on  a  the  hot  battles,  "I  was  lucky  enough  to  get  out  with  my  head  as  the  steer  board  (starboard),  for  the ship was supposed  to have  been  Question:  If  you  could  arrange  the side where  the helmsman  stood  broken  up,  and  that  one  of  its  it,  what  ports  would  y<^  choose  Canadian  farm,  the  gift  of  your  stni on,"  he  adds. This  was merely  father, or  of  going to  sea?  Joseph  a  follow­up  of  the  lucky  streak  he  with  his  paddle,  There  was  no  original  owners  also  owned  that  for  an  ideal  trip?  wheel  or  tiller  then,' as  tiller  was  farm.  A  leader  of  the  eventful  Palsat  took  the  latter,  and  after  had  before  and  during  the  war  •   actually  Old  French  for a  weaver's  voyage  in  1620  did  write  how  a  William  Thornton,  FWT:  One  of  13 years of  sailing round the  world,  when  he  escaped  unscratched from  the danger  of  Nazi  subs  and  guns.  tool  and  was  originally  derived  cracked  beam  was  strengthened  my  favorites  is  Belfast,  Northern  he's  not sorry  for it either.  For, he  After  the  SIU  got  a  pact,  Joe  from  the  word  for  cloth  itself  ..  with an  iron  rod, and  villagers still  looks  back  with  pride  and  satis­ Ireland.  US  ships  was  appointed  ship's  delegate  of  a  Some  of  the  experts  say  that  the  point out  just such  a  beam and  rod  faction  on  an  exciting  life  well  very  seldom  hit  word  bilge  is  merely  an  alteration  in  the  old  barn.  Canadian  ship  and  had  to  clean  there,  and  when  spent  at  sea,  and  he  values  the  out  a  big  mess  bequeathed  by  the  of  bulge.  This  could  quite  possibly  4>  4­  4«  home­town  celebrity  reputation he  they  do,  the town  he  the  idea  behind  the  word  for  It's interesting  to  note  that  even  CSU.  Looking  back,  he  recalls  will  always  make  has  made  for  himself.  the  place  where  a  ship  widened  the  explanatory  phrase  "derived  that  the  ship  "was  not  run  any­ sure  a  sailor  has  The  son  of  a  railroader  from  where  near  the  SIU  style.  There  out  in  the  hull  and  where  foul  from,"  used  to  trace  word, origins,  Edmonton,  Alberta,  on  the  Cana­ a  good  time.  water  naturally  collected.  was  a  lot  of  green  men  on  board,  takes it  own  origin from  the  water.  Liverpool's  good  dian  West  Coast,  Joe  started  sail­ the  ship  was  dirty  and  neglected.  It  literally  means  from  the  river,  too,  but  it's noth­ ing  in  1939.  For  three  years,  he  Seamen  played  a  vital  part  in  an  in  the  sense  of  leading  a  current  Set  Mate  Straight  ing  like  Belfast.  sailed  between  Frisco  and  Van­ historical  incident  which  many  au­ of  water from  its source to  another  couver,  working  as  ­a  deckhand  With  no  family  obligations,  Joe  In  the  Far  East,  thorities  regard  as  the  opening  part.  Its  use  today  parallels  this  and  learning  the  ropes.  In  1942,  fight  in the  struggle between Great  in  the  sense  of  tracing  a  word  to  Yokohama  and  Kobe  are  the  only  he  landed  a  berth  as  2nd  mate  on  left soon  afterwards  to  make  some  money,  and  made  several  trips  to  two  ports  worth  naming,  Britain  and. the  American  colonies  the  source  from  which  it  flows.  a  suction  dredge  trying  to  expand  Europe  and  the  Far  East.  On  his  t  4"  4i  eventually  leading  to  the  Revolu­ the  waterflow  of  a  12­mile  creek  last  trip  with  the  Steel  Chemist  4»  4"  4"  tionary  War  in  1776.  Crispus  At­ The  Eastern  Hemisphere  is  Cliff  Wilson,  steward:  Copen­ near  Niagara  Falls.  He  remembers  (Isthmian),  he  stopped  off  in  tucks,  who  had  spent  most  of  his  called  the* Orient  because  that's  hagen,  Denmark,  is  the  best  port  now  that  hisywages  in  those  days  Singapore,  Java, Calcutta,  Bombay  life  as  a  sailor  on  whaling  ships,  where  the sun  rises—in  the  east—  I've  been  to,  with the  non­union outfit amounted  and  Jedda.  "We  had  an  lipset,"  was  the first  person  shot  down  in  and  Orient  comes  from  the  Latin  and  I'd  like  to go  to  about  80  cents  an  hour.  After  he  says,  "in  the  chief  mate  who  the  Boston Massacre  (1770), when a  oriri,  to rise.  In  the same  way,  the  back  there one  of  a  while,  he  was stepped  up  to first  wanted  to  be  mate,  master  and  mob  of  50­60  men,  chiefiy  sailors,  Occident  stems from  a  verb  mean­ these  days.  It's  mate.  Now,  10  years  later  after  bosun.  Before  the  SIU  came  to  attacked  a  detachment  of  British  ing  to fall—for  the  west,  the place  a  nice  clean  city  traveling  all  over  the  world,  he  is  the  rescue  and  won  his  removal  troops  in  a  demonstration  of  pop­ where  the  sun  scLts.  Orientation  and  the  people  bucking for  a  mate's license  which  from  the  Chemist,  he  insisted  that  ular  resentment  against  arbitrary  is  from  the  French,  and  means  to  treat  you  well.  he  hopes  to  get  next  Spring.  he  knew  it  all,  and  ordered  us  to  tax laws  and  other  abuses. Attucks.  take  one's  bearings,  or  literally,  to  Cyprus  and  Tur­ In  Canadian  Army  unload  in  his  sloppy  way  a  beau­ the first  to  fall,  became  somewhat  turn  oneself  to  the  East.  Strictly  key  are  pretty  tiful  trailer,  bound  for  King  Ibn  The  outbreak  of  World  War  II  of  a  martyr  as  a  result  speaking,  of  course,  since  oriental  good  too.  There's  Baud  of  Arabia.  As  R  resplt,  the  interrupted  Joe's  maritime  career,  i>  ti  merely  means eastern, according  to  a  lot  to  see  and  trailer  was  pretty  near  wrecked.  Nothing  in  nature  seems  more  the  original  European  view,  the  you  can  always  find  a  good  time  and  he  enlisted  in  the  Canadian  Quick  union  action  straightened  Army  for  a  three­year  hitch  in  unending  or  p'?ntiful  than  the  Western  peoples  are  the  orientals  there  if  you  know  the  spots.  out  the  mate  on  overtime  too."  Europe.  On  returning  in  1945,  he  ocean,  so  our  language  has  bor­ to  the  Asian  nations,  who  have  to  4*  4*  4^  Because  there  are  no  other  Sea­ rowed, as  our  term  for  overflowing  look  eastward  to  see  them.  Cfiarles  Johnson,  AB:  My  idea  joined  up  with  the  British  Colum­ bia  Seamen's  Union,  an  SIU  affili­ farers  in  the  family,  he  has  be­ wealth  or  supply,  a  Latin  word­ of  a  good  trip  is  a  good  long  stay  4i  4i  4i  picture  of  the  waves.  Abundance  in  Hamburg.  ate, and  worked on  steamschooners  come  somewhat  of  a  hero  in  Ed­ literally  means  like  the  waves...  Like  the  whale  and  the  dolphin,  Everytime  you  as an  AB  on  runs from  Vancouver  monton.  "I send home my Thanks­ Portunus  was  the  old  protecting  the  porpoise  is  not  a fish  but  an  get  in  there  you  to  Alaska  and  round  the  Panama  giving  and  Christmas  menus  as  god  of  harbors  and  gave  us  the  aquatic,  warm­blooded,  air­breath­ only  have  a  day  Canal.  While  working  on  these  well  as  souvenirs  and  letters.  word  opportune  meaning  timely.  ing  mammal  that  gives  birth  to  or  two  to  spend  Canadian  ships,  he  became  in­ Everybody  envies  me for  the  great  Today,  whatever  is  opportune—oc­ living  young  and  nourishes  them  there  and  you  fected  with  the  spirit  of  unionism  chow  and  all the  excitement."  He  curring  or  coming  at  an  appropri­ with  milk  from  its  own  body.  The  have  to  pass  iQ)  a  and  soon' got  to  be  active  because  now lives  in  New  York  while  wait­ ate  time—is  considered in the same  name  is  derived  from  the  French  lot  of  things.  I  he  realized  that  it  was  "the. only  ing  to  ship  out.  He  is  delaying  sense  as  what  would  have  been  pore  poisson  and,  strictly  applied,  haven't  been  way'to improve  depressed  working  marriage — at  least  until  he  can  pleasing  to  the  god  who  used  to  means  pig fish,  referring  to  the  there  for  three  and  living conditions"  of  his  unor­ build  up  a  nest  egg.  look  after  happy  landings.  After  13  years  on  all  kinds  of  snouts  of  these  animals.  Modern  years,  but  I'll  be  ganized  shipmates.  When  the  SIU  started  .its  suc­ vessels,  Joe  says  he  prefers  to  sail  French  and  German  names for  the  going  back  pretty  soon  and  make  4»  $•   i  cessful  fight  in  1949  to  oust  the  on  Libertys  because  they  are  Nobody  knows  what finally  hap­ porpoise  likewise  signify  sea­pig.  up  for  all  that  lost  time.  Communist ­ dominated  Canadian  "slower  and  have  less  gear  than  pened  to  the Pilgrim ship, the May­ These  animals  are  covered  with  a  4>  4i  4^  flower,  as  some  say  she  wound  up  black  substance  as  thin  as  tissue  ,  Vince  Stefanick,  OS:  Most  any  Seamen's  Union,  he  got  into  the  C­3's.  On  the  basis  of  personal  in  the  slave  trade,  while  at  least  paper  and  have  no  true  skin  or  European  port  you  can  name  is  thick  of  the  battle.  "I  wanted  to  experience,  I  also  appreciate  the  a  dozen  farms on  both sides  of  the  hide.  The so­called  porpoise leath­ alright  with  me,  get  the  same  square  deal  for  my  benefit  of  sailing  with  the  SIIT  English  Channel  each  claim  use  of  er sometimes  used  in  making shoes  and  I've  been  to  Canadian^  brothers  as  I  had  en­ because I  can  go  anywhere  I want,  the  original  timbers.  Elaborate  is  really  the  tanned  skin  of  the  joyed,"  he  says.  He  helped  in  I  have  the  best  conditions  and  I  most  of  them,.  In  pains  have  been  taken,  for  exam­ white  whale.  organizing  drives  and  manned  have strong  backing  in  beefs."  my  book,  Ham­ burg,  Marseilles,  Rotterdam  and  Trieste are  pretty  good  places to  be  any  time.  Europe  ACROSS  DOWN  19.  The  common  Some  179  ships  were  either  lost  by  the  US  Air  Force  in  34.  Mineral  spring  beats  out  all  the  herd  35.  Where  Cobh  is  Hobbies  1.  SkUiful  trick  launched  or  begun  during  Labor  Europe.  A­ 37.  Where  Durban  other  runs.  I  Sign  of  in­ "  s.  Rocky  peak  2.  Alberta:  Abbr.  Day  ceremonies.  Of  thOse,  150  is  4>  t  4"  fection  Union  home  8.  can't  see  all  the  hullabaloo'about  were  naval  vessels  and  the  rest  An  unidentified  3.  Islands  in  40.  Sea  eagle  seaplane,  pre­ 12.  Charles  24.  District  250  m.  41.  A  singing  Bering  Strait  the  Fhr  East  anyhow.  Lamb's  pen  S  of  Bombay  merchantmen  ...  A  Jap  cruiser  sumed  to be  from a  Jap submarine,  cowboy  4.  Island  below  name  25.  Wartime  land­ 42.  Make  happy  4^  4"  4«  Luzon  and four  support  vessels were sunk  was  sighted  over  Oregon, and  later  13.  Period  of  time  ing  ship  43.  Japanese  drink  5.  A  beverage  Ejvind  .Sorensoii,  ­ cook:  You  during  fighting  in  the  Solomon  14.  Cry  of  Bac­ a  Japanese  incendiary  bomb  ex­ 26.  An  exclama­ 44.  Volcano  on  6.  Ornamented  chants  can't  go  wrong  in  Copenhagen.  I  Islands  . . . The  SIU  paid  tribute  ploded  in  the  heavy  forests  of  tion  Sicily  7.  Pope  Pius  XI's  15.  Mightiest  29.  Best  ships  to  45.  Strong  brews  name  was  bom  there  to  over  400  Seafarers  who  had  southern  Oregon.  It  did  not  suc­ bomb  sail  on  48.  Fork  ptong  16.  Waterman  ship  8.  Chicken  and  my  family  is  been  lost  at  sea  since  the  begin­ ceed,  however,  in  starting  a  major  30.  Pronoun  49.  Border  9.  Swer.r  to  18.  Orion  ship  31.  One:  Fr.  51.  Religious  fear  10.  Clown  still  there.  Con­ ning  of  the  war . . . The  OPA  an­ forest fire  ...  Good  Chance  took  boy!"  20.  "  33.  Checks:  Abbr.  52.  Le  —,  Haiti  11.  Smaller  than  21.  Weights:  ditions  are  good,  nounced  that  it  would  license  all  the  Harbor  Hill  Steeplechase  at  17.  Scotsman's  Abbr.  Answer  on  Page  35  name  the  same  as  pre­ meat  wholesalers  as  the first  step  Aqueduct  by  a  head . . . The Coast  Bursting  forth  25.  Boy  war.  Barcelona,  in  rationing  meat  . . . US.  tanks  Guard  formulated  new  safety  reg­ 27.  Billiard  stick  Spaih,  is  a  good  and  planes  joined  the  British  in  ulations  pertaining  to  lifeboat  28.  Where  Hono­ lulu  is  port  too  when  the  battle  for  the  desert  as  Rom­ equipment,  many  of  them  sugges­ 32.  SIU  disability  payments  the  weather  is  mel  began  to  fall  baclL  tions  that  had  been  made  by  the  34.  Members  of  right,  but  I'ni  SIU  . . . Top  level  military  meet­ 4i  4>  4>  the  SIU  hoping to go  back  86.  Job  The  British  blew  up  the  desert  ings  began  in  London.  37.  American  Pe­ to  Copenhagen  and  see  the  folks.  palace  of  Pir  of  Pagap  at  Pirjo­ troleum  insti­ 4"  4".  4'  stute:  Abbr.  4­  4'  4­ gortli,  India,  and  evacuated  the  The  aqueduct,  167  miles  long  38.  Sobner  than  Martin  Larsen,  oiler:  There's  town  after  taking  the  leader  cap­ and  connecting  Key  'West  with  a  39.  A  sailor  two  places  rate  with  me,  Copen­ tive  . . . Morgenthau  demanded  a  fresh  water  supply  from  the  43.  What  we  fol­ low  hagen,  Denmark,  tax  on  spending  . .  .  Seafarers  Florida  mainland,  went  into  test  46.  Noted  Russian  play  and  Lisbon,  voted  to  put  two  referendums  on  operation  . .  .  The  US  forces  in  .47.  Best  part  Portugal.  Copen­ the  SIU  A&G  District  ballot,  one  Britain  staged  their  first  formalv^  30.  Second  largest  hagen  is  a  fine  ocean  designed  to  streamline  the  Union's  r r/ade  through  London  . . . Tojo ^  Sulphuric  or  »  33.  city.  It's  always  administration  and  another  to  set  resigned  from  the  Japanese  cabi­ nitric  clean,  the  food  is  84.  Was  aware  of  up  a  strike  fund  in  preparation  net  .. , Seafarers  in  the SIU  A&G  35.  A  radio  com­ Vonderful  and  for  the  end  of  the  war  . . ,  The  District  prepared  to  make  nomina­ pany:  Initials  people  treat  you  36.  Salty  smell,  as  Cardinals  caught  up  with  Brook­ tions  for  Union  office  ... In  the  sea  right.'  .1 remem­ lyn,  tied  for­ first  place,  and  then  Northern  Ireland,  a  policeman  37.  Comfort  88.  Island  in  the  ber  getting  along  began  to pull  ahead of  the Dodgers  and  constable  were  killed  and  an­ Carolines  for  12  days  in  . . .  Two  Flying  Fortresses  were  other,  policeman  wounded  as  a  88.  Arrow  poison;  Var.  Lisbon  on  20  bucks  one*.  lost  in  raids­oyer  Europe, the first  police  patrol  was  ambtlshed,  I.  TEN  fTii  ­i.;  �rriday, SevfcaAiir  M> 19£t  VagB  Thirteem  SEAFARERS  tOC  SEAFARERS 0 LOG  September  It, 1t52  Vol. .XIV  Ne.  19  Published  biweekly  by  the  Seafarers  International  Union,  Atlantic  &  Gulf  District,  AFL,  675  Fourth  Avenue,  Brooklyn  32,  NY.  TeL  STerling  8­4671.  PAUL  HALL,  Secretary­Treasurer  Editor,  HERREBT  BRAND;  Mona^iny  Editor,  RAV  DENISON;  Art  Editor,  BERNARD  ­SEAMAN:  Photo  Editor.  DANIEL  NILVA:  Staif  Writers,  HERMAN  ARTUtni.  IRWIN  SFIVAK.  ART  PERrAr.i;,  ARTHUR  KUSHNEB;  Culf  Area  Reporter,  BILL  MOODY.  LETTER  f/  of  the  WEEK  ~  y'l  '  Scntding Jobless Pay  .  In a  thinly­disguised  attack  on  state  unemployment  insur­ Thanhs Buddies  ance systems  that  will  fool  no  one,  the  National  Association  of  Manufacturers has charged  that the system is shot through  For Helping Him  with  "fraud" and  "abuses"  including  payment  of  benefits  to  To  the  Editor:  strikers. The NAM  announces that a  so­called  two­year study  This  is  just..a  few  lines  to  let  raises  "serious  doubt"  that  the  pi^bgram  can fill  its  purpose  everyone  know  how  the  SIU  takes  of  softening  the  effects  of  unemployment.  care  of  its own,  and  how  Seafarers  A  quick  reading  of  the  NAM's  news  release  is  enough  to  stick  together to help  out  their Un­ show  that  the  association  has  begun ^aaother  one  of  its  numerous  back­door  attacks  on  protective  legislation  for  ion  brothers.  I  was  taken  sick  in  working  men. What  it  really  wants is abolition  of  the entire  Aden,  Arabia,  and  want  to  express  system  but  it  dares  not  say  so  openly.  Instead  it  shouts  my  thanks to  thcguys on  the  Blue­ "fraud"  in "the  hope  that  it  will  be  able  to  strangle  unem­ star and  the  Greenstar  (Triton) for  what  they  did  fof  me.  ployment  insurance  through  restrictive  laws.  As it stands now,  it's tough enough for  a Seafarer  to collect  I  was  night  cook  and  baker  on  a .few dollars  in  benefits  when  he's  not  working,  with  stacks  the  Bluestar  when  I  was  taken  off  of  red  tape  and  restrictions  to  overcome.  It  takes  a  pretty  the  ship  in  Aden  and  sent  to  the  selfish  and  shortsighted  outfit  to  try  to  deprive  an  unem­ RAF  hospital  with  a  103­degree  ployed  worker of  the insurance  that stands between  him and  fever.  I  guess  Captain  Leo  Burger  the  breadline.  really  thought he  had a  jiiix on.the  ,  •   ,  ­  t  t  It  »*.  t?""  t  i  ship.  On  Friday,  a  stevedore  fell  into  No.  5  hatch  and  was  killed.  A  review  of  the  Maritime  Trades  Department  convention  On  Saturday,  the  shows, that  the  delegates  came  up  with  a  constructive  and  2nd  asst.  engi­ By  PAUL HALL  forward­looking  pro^am.  The" decisions  taken  at  this  con­ neer  died  of'  a  vention  will  be of  ^eat benefit  to  the  affiliated  AFL  water­ heart  attack  in  his  cabin,  and  • A  front  unions  and  their  members.  ,  then  on  Sunday,  HE NEWS THAT YOUR UNION  behalf  of  the  seamen­patients  at  Much  of  the  delegates'  attention  was  concentrated  on  the  1  newspaper  has  taken  the  big  the  hospital.  was  taken  sick.  problems  faced  by  MTD  affiliates  on  the  Great  Lakes.  Here  The  doctors  said  prizes  in  competition  with  other  The  SIU  is  happy  that  it  had  a  the MTD has  tadten steps to  bolster organizing efforts by  AFL  I  had  tropical  McDveen  union  newspapers  from  all  over  hand  in  keeping  this  hospital  go­ seamen  and  longshoremen  and  to fight  the growing influx  of  fever.  the  country  should  be  very  wel­ ing,  for  it  was  on  our request  that  foreign­flag  shipping  in  what  is  essentially  a  coastwise  type  My  special  thanks  go  to  Captain  come  to  all  hands.  Because  Sea­ Senator Chavez  took  the  matter up  with  the  authorities.  Here  again,  of  operation.  Burger,  John  Conroy,  chief  stew­ farers  are  out  on  ships  most  of  the  time  and  only  get  in  touch  your  Union's  reputation  for  fair­ The MTD's insistence  on representation on  the AFL Execu­ ard,  and  John  Lopez,  chief  cook,  Union between trips,  your  dealing  and  responsibility  won  it  tive  Council  may  not  bear  immediate  fruit,  but  in  the  long  for everything  they  did  for me,  al­ with the  Union  has  always  felt  the  SEA­ a  sympathetic  audience  in  Con­ run  it  will  'mean  high  level  repres­:ntation  for  maritime  though  the  whole  crew  was  won­ FARERS  LOG  was  a  very  neces­ gress.  Many  Senators  and  Repre­ derful.  While  the ship  was in,  they  sary  and  important  part  of  the  sentatives  respect  your  Union  ac­ ­  '.'"Ij  workers* and  bigger  concern  for  their  problems.  Nor  was  the  MTD  standing  still  at  convention  time.  Just  kept  coming  to  the  hospital  with  Union's  operations.  cordingly,  and  are  willing  to  lend  before the  convention  opened,  the Philadelphia  Port  Council,  fresh fruits and  cigarettes and  gen­ It  appears  that  one  of  the  main  a  hand  when  it  involves  the  wel­ cheering  me  up.  They  were  won  an  ipiportant  contract  victory for  sugar  workers in  that  erally  reasons  that  the  LOG  won  these  fare  of  seamen.  It  wasn't  always  really  great.  city, proving once  more  the value of  combining  all maritime  awards  is  the  fLct  that  it  is  truly  so  in  Washington.  I  spent  26  days  in jthe  hospital,  a  membership  newspaper.  No  We  would  like  to  point  out  too,  unions in  one  organization,  for  the  common  good.  and  then  15  days  in  the  Crescent  other  Union  newspaper  in  the  that  while  Senator  Chavez  comes  l"  4"  t  Hotel  there,  and  then  went  aboard  country  pays  as  much  attention  in  from an  inland state,  he  has shown  the  Greenstar  to  be  taken  home.  its  columns  to  the  doings  of  the  on several  occasions that  he  is con­ The  hospital  wasn't  too  bad.  .  1  members  themselves.  Besides,  cerned with  the well­being of  work­ guess  they  did  the  best  they  could  your  Union  has always  been  proud  ing  people  everywhere,  in  and  out  Having  set  their  sights  on  making  the  SEAFARERS  LOG  under  the  circumstances;  but  they  of  the  fact  that  Seafarers  are  a  of  maritime.  Actually,  while  Sea­ the best  labor  newspaper  in  the country,  the, editors and  the  just  didn't  have  the  modem equip­ and  wide­awake  bunch  farers  work  nut  of  the  ports,  they.  staff  of  the SIU newspaper are very  happy over  the outcome  ment and facilities  that  the USPHS  militant  that  know  the  score.  With  a mem­ live  all  ovej­  the  country  and  face  of  the  labor  press  news  contest.  The  jury  of  judges,  all  of  hospitals  have  back  in  the  States.  bership  of  that  kind  the  Union  problems  that  confront  shoreside  them  faculty  members­  of  the  University  of  California's  newspaper  was  bound  to  be  good.  workers  as  well  as  their  own.  Greenstar  Helps  Too  School  of  Journalism,  rated  the  LOG  number  one  in  all­ Well,  when  1  went  aboard  the  We've  always  believed  that  the  That's  why  it  is  encduraging  to  around  editorial  excellence  and  awarded  it  two  other  prizes  Greenstar,  the  Seafarers  aboard  strength  and  effectiveness  of  this  your  Union  to  know  that  a  consid­ as  well.  her  were  swell,  especially  V.  Wil­ Union  depended  very  heavily  on  erable  number  of  the  Congress­ While  justly  proud  of  the  results,  the editors  and  staff  are  kensen,  the  ship's  delegate.  They  membership that  was well­informed  men  in  Washington  are  interested  fully aware  that this could  never have happened  without the  helped  me  out  with  cigarettes  and  and  was  consulted  at  every  turn  in  the  well­being  of  your  Union's  unceasing  support  and  interest  of  all  Seafarers.  If  the LOG  other  things  1  needed,  and  helpeH  on  Union  problems  and  policies.  members.  Your  newspaper  also  performs  4  4  4  is  an  alert,  lively  and  colorful  newspaper  it's  only  because  me  out  every  waj"­ thaj  they  pos­ an  important  function  outside  the  sibly  could.  the SIU has an  alert and  enthusiastic membership that wants  RETTY  SOON  NOW,  WE  Union  proper.  Just  as  it  keeps  hope  to  get  started  on  putting  the best  and is willing  to put out  to make  it so.  The LOG,  in  When  the  Greenstar  got  back  to  the  membership  informed  on  up  a  new  hall  in  Baltimore  that  the  last  analysis,  can  be  no  better  than  the  Union  it  repre­ Baltimore,  the  crew  got  together  Union  developments,  it  informs  and  even  gave  me  enough  dough  the  public  about  the  accomplish­ will  be  very  much  like  our  head­ sents.  531  in  Netv  York.  It  appears  That  being  the  case  we  think  that  every  Seafarer  right­ so that  1 could get  up to  New  York.  ments  and  problems  of  the  Sea­ quarters  that  the  Baltimore  branch  will  be  Since  I  was  pretty  well  broke  by  fully shares in  this award  which  belongs not  to the LOG  but  the  time  I  got  back,  the  help  I  re­ farers.  .able  to  decide  on  buying  a  build­ to all  men  sailing  with  the SIU.  ceived  from  the  brothers  on  the  Since  the  LOG  came  out  in  its  ing  very  shortly.  '  Once  that  hap­ new  style it  has drawn  a  great  deal  Greenstar  was  badly  needed  and  of  favorable  comment  from  all  pens  the  Union  can  get  to  work  st  3^  on  plans  to  remodel  the  place.  vei­y  welcome.  ,  quarters—from  newspaper  people.  Your  Union  promised  that  it  While  I'm  at  it,  this was  the first  Congressmen,  university  profes­ would  give  the  outports  tiie  same  time  I  had  seen  the  new  head­ sors,  business men,  lawyers and  all  •  r  The opening of  a  night  club in  New  York  headquarters as  quarters,  and  I  can  still  hardly  be­ sections  of  the  maritime  industry.  kind  of  modern,  up­to­date rig  that  has  drawn  so  much  pi'aise  here  at  .an  annex  of  the  Port  O'  Call  has  met  with  an  enthusiastic  lieve  it.  I've  been  sailing  SIU  for  headquarters.  The  steps  now  un­ 4  4"  4  response.  Besides  providing  a  more  spacious  place  of  enter­ II  years  now,  and  it's  hard  to  be­ derway  in  Baltimore  are  only  the  s  CAN  B£  SEEN  IN  THIS  tainment and  relaxation for  Seafarers, the  row establishment  lieve.that our great  Union  has been  beginning.  Men  sailing  out  of  the  issue,  the  TB  patients  at  the  has won  a  good  deal  of  praise in  the  press  and  focused  a  lot  able to  come as  far as  it  has.  other  major  ports  can  rest  as­ Fort  Stanton  Hospital  no  longer  of  favorable  attention  on  the  TJnion  and  on  the  unusual  It's  great  to  be  a  part  of  such  a  have  to  worry  about  the  place  be­ sured  that  they  are  next  in  line.  facilities  in  SIU  headquarters.  great  Union,  and  it's  wonderful  to  ing  closed  down  on  them.  Assur­ All  this  take'  a  little  time,  but  As a  result, the  public has again be^n shown that  Seafarers  be  sailing  with  Seafarers  because  ances have  been  given  by  tho'peo­ the  pace  is  being  stepped  up  all  can  do a  job in  a  constructive  and  tasteful  fashion. The new  then  you  know  that  you've  got  a  ple  in charge  down  in  Washington  along  the  line.  It  took  the  Union  night  club  then, is helping  win  friends  for  you  and  your  Union  that'­s  the  best  in  the  indus­ that  the  hospital  will  stay  open.  eight  years­to  get a  new headquar­ Union, and  providing the man on the beach  with, a first  class  try,  and  you've s;ot,the finest  ship­ For  that  we  owe  a  good  deal  of  ters,  but  in  a  little  less  than  a.  ,  thanks  to  Senator  Dennis  Chavez  year  we are  going  ahead  with  Bal­ cafe  where  he  can  buy  good  food, drin^  and  enlfertainment  mates in  the  world.  who  stepped  int»  the  picture  on  timore.  '  W.  R.  Mcliveen  • at mocferate  prices.­  ••   :'  As I See It  Constructive Program  T The LOG Awards  P .  it* "»• /  The SllJ Mgiit Club  A ­  •   {•   •  • •  "v..:,  �SEAFARERS  LOG  • •  • • ­­i­­j'  •   ;  •  ' f'­..  ;SPS­ Page  Fiffeea  •  H  'Bon  Voyage'  Hurry  Home  Among  the  most  populor  runs  out  of  New  Orleans  ore  those  on  the  luxury  cruise  ships  of the Delta Line, the Del Mar, Del Norte and  Del  Sud.  These  are  leisurely  voyages  as  cruises  go,  lasting  48  to  54  days  with  stops  at  several South, American  ports,  such as Rio  de Janeiro,  Buenos  Aires, and  Santos.  Standing  along  the  rail  on  the  afterdeck  of  the  Del  Mar,  crew members take a long last  look  at the New  Orleans waterfront  and prepare to wave gcfedbye to families and friends before the ship leaves  for  South America.  En  route they will stop at Rio  de Janeiro, Santos,  Montevideo,  Buenos  Aires  and  Curacao.  '  *  W'M  These cities have  always ranked high ds  the  favorite  foreign  ports  of  coll  for  Seafarers,  where  prices are  right, recreational  facilities  are  excellent  and  crewmembers  are  wel­ comed  as  old  acquaintances.  The  friendly  rivalry  between  Delta  Line  baseball  teams  and  South  American  nines  has  done  much  to.  promote good  will  for Seafarers.  Still it's a long  time to  be away  from home  and  family  in  New  Orleans  and  there's  nos­ talgia  and  sadness  about  saying  goodbye,  mingled  with  the  anticipation  of  a  pleasant  run  and  a  fat  payoff  when  bock  in  the  Crescent  City  again.  3t­:  Bosun  Sam  ­Marinello  and  Joe  Blanchard,  AB,  fasten  awning  as  two  crewmen  watch.  Bob  Garn,  DM,  pauses  while  splicing  cable  to pose  with four  other  deck  gang members.  The  Mar's  stewards  departmefft  signs  on,  completing formalities for  the voyage.  Buck  Madera,  bedroom  steward,  straigh­ tens  up  cabins  for  oncoming  passengers.  Diana  Plunkett,"^,  is  held  up  high  by  mother  to  get  a  last  look  at  daddy,  Thomas  Plunkett,  MM.  Other  children  are Gail,  4,  and  Tommy  6.  If  iifc'­V­'"  Iter ijliS'­­ I '­­a  • 'SA­nk'­s'.:  \ ¥­  :>>  ' "  •'   m'. #!;• If  '  •­ I­  ^ ^  ;  ,  >  ,  ,  . . _  ,  ,  ,  cover  afte^r  the ?hip completes  loading a,variety, pf  cargo consigned, to. buyers at  the  various  South American  stop*.. All^of  the:  s  f  r  While preparations  are  underway  to  get  the  ship ready  for sailing,  passengers, crew and  onlookers are en­ tertained in traditional New Orleans fashion by Poppa Celestin's jazz  band.  The veteran musicians dish out  �­lApy^^gapjiinp^^  ??>• : r <  '^^• ' fT  Pare  SIxteca  SEAfAnERS  10 a  THE  t­iiV­'"'  The  freighter  Admiral  Hardy,  operated  by  a  Hong  Kong  shipping  company,  has  been  rejjorted  detained  at  the  mouth  of  the  Foochow  River  by  a  Nationalist  Chinese  gunboat.  According  to  the  reports,  the  Nationalist  gunboat fired  on  the  freighter  and  intercepted  her between  Shanghai  and  Foochow  .  .  .  Five  American  cruise  ships  have  begun  their  annual  repairs  and  are  expected  to  be  out  of  service  for  periods  ranging  from  three  weeks  to  two  months.  The  vessels  are  the  Puerto  Rico,  the  Queen  of  Bermuda,  Santa  Paula,  Santa  Rosa,, and  Ocean  Monarch.  ii  fl  • I  It'  1'tV  hi  i  ­• ­ ?•   ::':  ­ LABOR  ROUND­UP  •O   n the  It's  no  secret  to  anybody  that  working  that apply  to all  departments.  However,  each  . <  particular dangers  arising  out of  the  nature  of  ^ j|f|  ment  used.  Working  with  moving machinery*  ^ ­ trically  charged  equipment  in  the  engine  root"  cautions  not  in  use  in  other  sections  of  the  shh'" ^  The  heads  of  western and  south­ For one  thing extra  care  has  to  be  taken  hi  eastern railroads have been  warned  tect  eyesight.  Colored  glasses  should  be  worn  J,  ^  •  4>  not  to  maintain  a  stubborn  stand  The  Government  has promised  the  shipbuilding  industry  that  it  will  that  may  break  30  years  of  labor  oil  burner  flame  or  at  an  electrical  welding  try  to  speed  up  deliveries  of  steel  to  shipyards  so  that  sUp  construc­ peace.  Some  17  non­operating  rail­ to sight  or even  blindness  can result  for  failure fj  tion  will  not  be held  up .  . . Grain  exports  from  the  Port  of  Baltimore  road  "unions,  representing  over  rule  if  even  for  only  a  few  moments.  Another  have  dropped,, while  coal  exports  picked  up  slightly.  During  the  first  600,000  workers,  have  servjed  the  substances  will  get  into  the  eyes  while  chipping  seven  months  of  1952,  grain  exports  dropped  about  6.5  million  tonsv  notice  while  demanding  that  the  July  was  lowest,  with  1,621,101  tons  exported  as  against  4,098,902  railroads. negotiate  a  unton  shop,  emery  wheel or power  drills, mixing acid substanc^^j  tons in  July of  1951. Meanwhi'e,  coal  exports, for the first  seven months  which has  already been  won  by  the  Protective  goggles  that  shield  the  eyes  from  all  totaled  about  2  million  tons  as  compared  with  1,184,008  tons  during  non­ops from  the  eastern Tailroads.  to this  problem.  The  goggles  themselves  should  • 'I  the  same  period  of  1951.  both  for  better  vision  and  to remove  dirt  and  grit  4  4  i  J,  if  if  I  The  International  Association  of  on  Ihem.  The  New  York  Port  Authority  has  announced  that  Eastern  rail  car­ Machinists  has  charged  that  Lock­ Stuff  Up  the  Ears  riers  have  agreed  to  make  a  large  reduction  on  lighterage  charges  on  heed  Aircraft  Corp.  in  Burbank  The  ears  too,  need  a  little  protection  against  machinery  and  other  heavy  lift  freight_^  The  reduction,  said  the  Port  Calif.,  is  trying  to  force  its  23,000  especially when .working inside a  boiler or any  otheil  union  employees  to  strike  so  that  Authority,  means  that  more  cargoes  \^11  be  brought  into  New  York.  with  a  lot  of  hammering  and  other  racket  going  It expects  that at  least 200,000  tons of  heavy  lift  cargoes a  year  will  be  the  company  can  renegotiate  its  a  person  walking  around  deaf  who  worked  in  a  r4  government  contracts  and, better  handled by  New  York. The  action  will save exporters more than $200,009  near a  printing press  or other  noisy machinery.  Th|  a year,  and since  it will  attract more  cargoes, said  the Port  Authority, it  its  profit  position.  The  company,  engine room.  A little  cotton stuffed  in the  ears car  at  present,  refuses  to  consider any  will probably result in about $5.5 million in new business for the railroads.  You  can't  hear  anybody  talking  anyway  under  s<l  The  reduction  in  the  charges  is something  that  the  Port  Authority  has  more  tlian  a  two­cents­per­hour  will  have  to  rely  on  hand  signals...  Most  black  gar  wage  increase.  been  working  toward  for  the  last few  years.  rough  and  ready  system  of  signaling  so  that  they  4­  i t  amid  all the  noise  of  an  engine  room.  if  if  if.  Some  35,000  members  of  the  The floor  plates are  another  source  of  danger,  The  Norwegian  whaling  factory  ship  Thorshvedi  pulle4.4«to  Copen­ AFL  Teamsters  in  metropolitan  hagen  with  the  biggest "leak"  maritime  experts  claimed  they  had  ever  New  York have  won  wage increases  be  avoided, as  they  won't  hold  on  oily  steel  plattj  seen.  The  "leak"  was  a  hole  32V2  feet  long  by  16Vi  feet  wide  that  it  of  up  to  23  cents  an  hour  in  an  necessary  to  remove  part  of  the floor  plates  to  do  got  in  a  collision  with  a  Swedish  ship  ~  .  .  The  Port  of  Karachi  is  agreement intended  to achieve  uni­ this  is done  it  is advisable  to  rope  off  the  openingj  slowly filling  with silt,  according to  shipping  interests there,  and unless  formity  of  wage  rates and  working  keep a  bright  light  shining  in  the  opening  so  that  something  is  done  about  it.^the  port  will  be  high  and  dry  within  160  conditions  throughout  the  city  .  . .  Where  any  repairs  have  to  be  done  the  floors shou|  years.  Two  vessels  have  already  gone  aground  near  the  mouth  of  the | The  Teamsters'  Armored  Car  and  dry  as possible  and  tools placed  where they  woij  It's a  good  idea  to make  use  of  the  hand rails  ev  harbor  .  .  .  The  third  Mariner  Cla^  vessel,  the  Hoosier  Mariner,  is  Chauffeurs  Local  820  in  New  York  scheduled  to  be  launched  late  this  month.  has  also  won  wage  increases  of  17  don't  need  them.  Down  in  the  engine  room,  nobodil  ship  will  suddenly  pitch  and  roll  and  at  the  1<  cents  an  hour  for  its  members.  i  4.  X  sprawling.  If  he's  unlucky  he  might  wind  up  in  XXX  machinery  which  would  mean  a  funCral  at  sea  the  The  Directors  of  the  Panama  Canal  are  considering  ship  service  be­ The  CIO  Industrial  Union  of  tween  New  York,  Port au  Prince,  Haiti  and  Panama.  The  Panama  Line  Marine  and  Shipbuilding  Workers  Missing  Fingers  \  *  ships  used  to  stop  at  Port  au  Prince  on  both  legs  of  their  New  York­ has  won  a  new  contract  with  a  20­ A  lot  of  engineers  and  unlicensed  men  in  the  Panama  trip  before  the  war  . .  .  The  Norw^ian  polar  exploration  ship  cent  pay  boost  on  the  eve  of  a  spotted  by  missing  finger  and  finger  joints.  This  u^  Tottan  limped  home  with  a  leak  in  No.  1  hole  after  she  was  damaged  scheduled strike  against Bethlehem  cause  the  man  used  them  as  a  substitute  for  tools!  by  ice. The  541­ton ship  had  been  caught  by  an  i^ pack off  Greenland  Steel's  eight  Atlantic  Coast  ship­ and  reported  over six  feet  of  water  in  the hold  .  .  .  Panama's  economy  yards  by  its  20,000  members  .  .  .  the  time  out  to g^t  screwdriver,  pliers or  wrench  to|  ing  gloves  helps  too,  although  it's  no  guarantee,  was  boosted  during  the  past  year,  according  reports,  by  over  $2  million that  was spent  by  the Canal  authorities in  Panama  for  supplies.  The  AFL  United  Textile  Workers  tools,  it  pays  to  check  on  their  condition  and  suitl  won  a  six­cent  wage  boost  and  a  at  hand.  A  wrench  that  Is  too  large  may  slip  ofj  if  if  if  pension  plan  for  its members  from  pressure  is  applied.  A  loose  hammerhead  may  The  Federal  Maritime  Board  has  reported  that  an  operating  subsidy  the  North  American  Rayon  Corp.  These  and  similar  mishaps  may  cause  a  lot  of  dai  is called  for  on  the  American  President  Line's  trans­Pacific  route.  The  and  the  American  Bemberg  Corp."  person  using  a  tool for to  anybody  around  him.  It'i  board  has  been  investigating  whether  to  continue  the subsidy  the  line  in  Elizabethtown,  Tenn.  brace  yourself  while bsing  a tool  so as  not  to lose  f4  has  been  getting  .  .  .  The  Interstate  Commerce  Commission  has  4^  4>  ^  draped  on  a  hot,  jagged,  or  electrically­charged  sui  approved  a  freight  rate  increase  for  cargoes  carried  by  water  from  The  strong  organizing  campaign  A  common  accident  suffered  by  firemen  in  thej  Sacramento,  Calif.,  through  San  Fancisco  and  the  Panama  Canal  to  of  the  International  Ladies  Gar­ severe  bum  fiom  a  squirt  of  hot  fuel  oil.  Usuall]  Atlantic  ports.  The rates,  for  example,  for  100  pounds of  canned  goods  ment  Workers Union,  AFL, against  cause  tiie fireman  removed  a  hot  burner  without]  New  York's  non­union  shops  has  inlet  valve.  ,  The  fuel  oil,  heated  to  180  degrees  have  been  raised  from  $1.30  to  $1.51.  finally  cracked  through  the  de­ considerable  amount  of  damage  to  face  and  body,  if  if  4­ fenses  of  the  unorganized  oper­ squirt  can  result  while  changing  the  discharge  Navy  and  Coast  Guard  vessels  are  still  busy  checking  buoys,  lights,  ators.  Of  the  34  operators  who  and  other  navigational  aids  to  make  sure  that  they  have  not  been  banded  together  in  a  newly  or­ strainer  is  fully  drained  before  the  fireman  starts |  damaged  or moved  from  their  proper stations  by  the  riecent  hurricanes  ganized  employers'  association,  19  Boiler  Repairs  . .  . The Paul H.  Townsend  left Bethlehem  Steel's shipyard  in  Hoboken,  have now  signed contracts  with the  In  the  event some  of  the  gang  is working  inside  NJ, after  three months conversion  work,  and  looked  less like a finished  ILGWU  individually.  The  associa­ sign  to  that  effect  should  be  placed  on  the  boile  ship  than  when  she  went  into  the  yards.  She  went  in  as  an  ordinary  tion  had  offered  to  negotiate  with  valve  between  the  boiler  and  the  steam  manifold  freighter,  Cl­M­AVI,  and  was  converted  to a  Great  Lakes  bulk­cement  the  union  for  all  its m'embers,  but  on  the  manifolds  should  be  closed  and  chained  o  cah­ier.  The  vessel  has  been fitted  with  the  most  efficient  self­unload­ the  ILGWU,  doubting  its  good  member  of  the  gang  should  be  stationed  outside  t  ing  equipment  yet  developed,  but  most  of  her  superstructure  is  miss­ faith, refused  the offer and  warned  of  an  emergency.  Before  the  men  go  Inside  the  ing.  The  yard  explained  that  the  superstructure  was  left  off  so  she  the  members  to  sign  up  individu­ boiler, all  the manhole  covers  should  be removed  toj  could  get  under  the  bridges  on  her  way  to  the  Lakes,  but  that  all  the  ally  or else  join  one  of  the  estab­ supply  of  fresh  air.  Similarly,  the  steam  side  o  material  is  aboard  her  and  the  work  will  be  completed  when  she  gets  lished  employers'  groups.  The  15  have  been  thoroughly  ventilated  and  such  ventilati  to the  Lakes.  remaining  operators  are  expected  any  of  the  crew  are. inside.  if  X  if  to  crack  before very  long.  The  last  steps  taken  after  all  men  have  left the  Army  engineers  will  survey  the  700­mile  stretch  of  the  Gulf  intra­ warning signs  and  the  chains and  locks on  the stop  4.  X  X  coastal  waterway  from  the  Mississippi  River  to  New  Orleans  to  the  The  CIO  Electrical  Workers  re­ ing  to make  sure that  nobody  is  left  behind.  Mexican  Border.  However,  the  Army's  plan  for  replacing  the  old  turned  to  work  in  three  Bendix  In  the long  run  work  in  the  engine  room  involv  railroad  swing  bridge  over  Arthur  Kill  between  Staten  Island  and  Aviation  Corp.  plants  after  win­ precautipns  as  working  in  a  machine  shop  or  f'  Elizabeth,  N.  J.,  has  been  put  off  because  of  the  lack  of  steel  and  no  ning  a  13­day  strike.  The  workers  machinery.  The  big  difference  of  course,  is  the  *'  Congressional  appropriation  .  .  .  The  New  Jersey  oyster  fleet  has  won  increases  ranging  from  4  to  ship's  erratic  motion  particularly  in  rough  seas  wh'  started  its new  season, expected  to bring  about  $3 million.  17  cents  an  hour  carried  on  under  trying  conditions.  Burly  Follow  Burin  EvOrn  Mmauo  tm  The  Semiarera  Lou  MEfj IS KiNDA/30  p  SICK...  i  REUVK;  I'LL FIX  WU UP IN A  JIFFV/  I  KA^OW My STUFF f  TRY  SOME OF THIS  MEPIClNE;/MAyBE  WECANSAv^YOu/^  TVIANKS A LOTI  BUT ITS  BUNK BELOW  �r ,­'  '^•  Pare  l^xtena  THE  IS"  pv'  If:  • '  IMS.  If­ m  1^­ •  l^v­;';  I  l£':'  Itf­s  l f­<­  '  |r" •  It­.,.  if  The  freighter  Admiral  Hardy,  operated  by  a  Hong  Kong  shipping  company,  has  been  r^orted  detained  at  the  mouth  of  the  Foochow  River  by  a  Nationalist  Chinese  gunboat.  According  to  the  reports,  the  Nationalist  gunboat fired  on  the  freighter  and  intercepted  her between  Shanghai  and  Foochow  .  .  .  Five  American  cruise  ships  have  begun  their  annual  repairs  and  are  expected  to  be  out  of  service  for  periods  ranging  from  three  weeks  to  two  months.  The  vessels  arc  the  Puerto  Rico,  the  Queen'  of  Bermuda,  Santa  Paula,  Santa  Rosa,, and  Ocean  Monarch.  I  rt .• ­ ­ LABOR  ROUND­UP  It's  no  secret  to  anybody  that  working  aboard  ship  has  its  hazards  that apply  to all  departments.  However,  each  depMtiilSnt  has  Its  own  particular dangers arising  out of  the  nature  of  the  work  and  the  equip­ ment used.  Working  with  moving machinery,  boilers, hot  oil  and  elec­ trically  charged  equipment  in  the  engine  room  requires  certain  pre­ cautions  not  in  use  in  other  sections  of  the  ship.  The  heads  of  western  and  south­ For  one thing  extra  care has  to  be  taken  in  the  engine  room  to pro­ eastern railroads have  been warned  tect  eyesight.  Colored  glasses  should  be  worn  when  looking  into  an  4.  4  '  i  not  to  maintain  a  stubborn  stand  The  Government  has promised  the  shipbuilding  industry  that  it  will  that  may  break  30  years  of  labor  oil  burner  flame  or  at  an  electrical  welding  arc.  Permanent  damage  try  to  speed  up  deliveries  of  steel  to  shipyards  so  that  ship  construc­ peace.  Some  17  non­operating  rail­ to sight  or even  blindness  can result  for failure  to  observe  this  simple  tion  will  not  be held  up .  . . Grain  exports  from  the  Port  of  Baltimore  road  "unions,  representing  over  rule  if  even  for  only  a  few  moments.  Another  danger  is  that  foreign  have  dropped,, while  coal  exports  picked  up  slightly.  During  the first  600,000  workers,  have  servpd  the  substances  will  get  into  the  eyes  while  chipping  or  scaling,,using  an  seven  months  of  1952,  grain  exports  dropped  about  6.5  million  ton&  notice  while  denianding  that  the  emery wheel  or power  drills, mixing acid  substances or cleaning  boilers.  July  was  lowest,  with  1,621,101  tons  exported  as  against  4,098,902  railroads  negotiate  a  union  shop,  tons in  July of  1951. Meanwhi'.e,  coal  exports, for the first  seven months  which has  already  been  won  by  the  Protective  goggles  that  shield  the  eyes  from  all eides  are  the  answer  totaled  about  2  million  tons  as  compared  with  1,184,008  tons  during  non­ops from  the  eastern­railroads.  to this  problem.  The  goggles  themselves  should  always  be  kept  clean  the  same  period  of  1951.  both  for  better  vision and  to remove  dirt  and  grit  that  will  accumulate  4­44  4  4  4  /  .  ,  The  International  Association  of  on  them.  Stuff  Up  the  Ears  The  New  York  Port  Authority  has  announced  that  Eastern  rail  car­ Machinists  has  charged  that  Lock­ riers  have  agreed  to  make  a  large  reduction  on  lighterage  charges  on  heed  Aircraft  Corp.  in  Burbank  The  ears  too,  need  a  little  protection  against  repeated  loud  noises  machineiy  and  other  heavy  lift  freight.^  The  reduction,  said  the  Port  Calif.,  is  trying  to  force  its  23,000  especially when  working inside  a  boiler or any  other restricted chamber  union  employees  to  strike  so  that  Authority,  means  that  more  cargoes  wdll  be  brought  into  New  York.  with  a  lot  of  hammering  and  other  racket  going  on.  There's  many  It expects  that  at  least  200,000  tons of  heavy  lift  cargoes a  year  will  be  the  company  can  renegotiate  its  a  person  walking  around  deaf  who  worked  in  a  railroad  roundhouse,  handled by  New  York. The  action  will  save exporters more than $200,000  government  cmitracts  and  better  near a  printing press  or other  noisy machinery.  The same  goes for  the  a year,  and since  it will attract  more cargoes,  said the  Port Authority,  it  its  profit  position.  The  company,  engine room.  A  little cotton  stuffed in  the ears  can save  a  lot  of  grief.  wUl probably result in about $5.5 million in new business for the railroads.  at  present,  refuses  to  consider  any  You  can't  hear  anybody  talking  anyway  under  such  conditions  and  The  reduction  in  the  charges  is  something  that  the  Port  Authority  has  more  than  a  two­cents­per­hour  will  have  to  rely  on  hand  signals...  Most  black  gangs  will  work  out  a  wage  increase.  been  working  toward  for the  last few  years.  rough  and  ready  system  of  signaling  so  that  they  can  get  things  done  4  4  4  amid  all  the  noise  of  an  engine  room.  4  4  4­ Some  35,000  members  of  the  The  Norwegian  whaling  factory  ship  Thorshvedi  pulled­Jnto  Copen­ AFL  Teamsters  in  metropolitan  ,  The floor  plates  are another  source  of  danger.  Rubber  heels  should  hagen  with  the  biggest "leak" maritime  experts  claimed  they  had  ever  New York  have won  wage increases  be  avoided  as  they  won't  hold  on  oily  steel  plates.  Sometimes  it's  seen.  The  "leak"  was  a  hole  SZVi  feet  long  by  16t4  feet  wide  that  it  of  up  to  23  cents  an  hour  in  an  necessary  to  remove  part  of  the floor  plates  to  do repair  work.  When  get  in  a  collision  with  a  Swedish  ship  I  .  .  The  Port  of  Karachi  is  agreement intended  to achieve  uni­ this  is  done  it  is advisable  to  rope  off  the  opening,  or  at  the  least,  to  slowly filling  with silt, according  to shipping  interests there,  and unless  formity  of  wage  rates and  working  keep a  bright  light  shining  in  the  opening  so  that  nobody can  miss  it.  something  is  done  about  it,­the  port  will  be  high  and  dry  wltfiin  100 ;  conditions  throughout  the  city  .  . .  Where  any  repairs  have  to  be  done  the  floors  should  be  kept  as clean  ytars.  Two  vessels  have  already  gone  bground  near  the  mouth  of  the  The  Teamsters'  Armored  Car  and dry  as possible  and  tools placed  where they  won't  trip, anybody  up.  It's a  good  idea  to make  use  of  the hand  rails  eVbn  if  you  think  you  .harbor  .  .  .  The  third  Mariner  Class  vessel,  the  Hoosier  Mariner,  is  Chauffeurs  Local  820  in New  York  scheduled  to  he  launched  late  this  month.  has  also  won  wage  increases  of  17  don't  need  them.  Down  in  the engine  room,  nobody  can  tell  when  the  ship  will  suddenly  pitch  and  roll  and  at  the  least,  send  someone  cents  an  hour  for  its  members.  4  4  4  sprawling.  If  he's  unlucky  he  might  wind  up  in  a  piece  of  moving  4  4  4  machinery  which  would  mean  a  fundral  at  sea  the next  morning.  The  Directors  of  the  Panama  Canal  are  considering  ship  service  be­ The  CIO  Industrial  Union  of  tween  New  York,  Port au  Prince,  Haiti and  Panama.  The  Panama  Line  Marine  and  Shipbuilding  Workers  Missing  Fingers  \  *  ships  used  to  stop  at  Port  au  Prince  on  both  legs  of  their  New  York­ has  won  a  new  contract  with  a  20­ A  lot  of  engineers  and  unlicensed  men  in  the  black  gang­ can  be  Panama  trip  before  the  war  . .  . The  Norw^ian  polar  exploration  ship  cent  pay  boost  on  the  eve  of  a  Tottan  limped  home  with  a  leak  in  No.  1  hole  after  she  was  damaged  scheduled strike  against Bethlehem  spotted by  missing  finger  and  finger  joints.  This  usually^ happens  be­ by  ice. The  541­ton  ship had  been  caught  by  an  iA  pack  off  Greenland  Steel's  eight  Atlantic  Coast  ship­ cause  the  man  used  them  as  a  substitute  for  tools  instead  of  taking  and reported  over six  feet  of  water  in  the hold  .  .  .  Panama's  economy  yards  by  its  20,000  members  .  .  .  the  time  out  to  g^t  screwdriver,  pliers or  wrench  to do the  job.  Wear­ ­ was  boosted  during  the  past "year,  according  tp  reports,  by  over  $2  The  AFL  United  Textile  Workers  ing  gloves  helps  too,  although  it's  no  guarantee.  Even  . hen  using  tools,  it  pays  to  check  on  their  condition  and  suitability  for  the  job  million that  was spent  by  the Cansl  authorities in  Panama  for  supplies.  won  a  six­cent  wage  boost  and  a  at  hand.  A  wrench  that  is  too  large  may  slip  off  just  when  heavy  4  4  4  pension  plan  for  its members  from  pressure  is  applied.  A  loose  hammerhead  may  part  under  strain.  The  Federal  Maritime  Board  has  reported  that  an  operating  subsidy  the  North  American  Rayon  Corp.  These  and  similar  mishaps  may  cause  a  lot  of  damage  either  to  the  is called  for  on  the  American  President  Line's  trans­Pacific  route.  The  and  the  American  Bemberg  Corp."  person  using  a  tool  br  to  anybody  around  him.  It's  also  important  to  board  has  been  investigating  whether  to  continue  the subsidy  the  line  in  Elizabethtown,  Tenn.  brace  yourself  while Using  a  tool so  as not  to lose  footing  and  wind up  has  been  getting  .  .  .  The  Interstate  Commerce  Commission  has  4  4  4  draped  on  a  hot,  jagged,  or  electrically­charged surface.  approved  a  freight  rate  increase  for  cargoes  carried  by  water  from  The  strong  organizing  campaign  A  common  accident  suffered  by  firemen  in  the  engine  room  is  a'  Sacramento,  Calif.,  through  San  Fancisco  and  thie  Panama  Canal  to  of  the  International  Ladies  Gar­ severe  bum  from  a  squirt  of  hot  fuel  oil.  Usually  this  happens  be­ Atlantic  ports.  The rates,  for  example, for  100  pounds of  canned goods  ment  Workers Union,  AFL, against  cause  the fireman  removed  a  hot  burner  without first  shutting  the  New  York's  non­union  shops  has  inlet  valve.  ,  The  fuel  oil,  heated  to  180  degrees  or  better,  can  do  a  have  been  raised  from  $1.30  to  $1.51.  finally  cracked  through  the  de­ considerable  amount  of  damage  to  face  and  body.  A  similar  fuel  oil  ­  4  4  4  fenses  of  the  unorganized  oper­ squirt  can  result  while  changing  the  discharge  strainer ­nnless  the  Navy  and  Coast  Guard  vessels are  still  busy  checking  buoys,  lights,  ators.  Of  the  34  operators  who  and  other  navigational  aids  to  make  sure  that  they  have  not  been  banded  together  in  a  newly  or­ strainer  is  fully  drained  before  the  fireman  starts  to  remove  it.  Boiler  Repairs  .  damaged  or moved  from  their  proper stations  by  the  recent hurricanes  ganized  employers'  association,  19  . .  . The Paul  H. Townsend  left  Bethlehem Steel's  shipyard  in  Hoboken,  have now  signed contracts  with the  In  the  event some  of  the  gang  is  working  inside a  boiler,  a  warning  NJ, after  three  months conversion  work,  and  looked  less like  a finished  ILGWU  individually.  The  associa­ sign  to  that  effect  should  be  placed  on  the  holler and  on  the  main  ship  than  when  she  went  into  the  yards.  She  went  in  as  an  ordinary  tion  had  offered  to  negotiate  with  valve  between  the  boiler  and  the  steam  manifold.  The  stop  valves  freighter,  Cl­M­A­VI,  and  was  converted  to a  Great  Lakes  bulk­cement  the  union  for: all its m'embers,  but  on  the  manifolds  should  be  closed  and  chained  or  tied  down.  One  carrier.  The  vessel  has  been fitted  with  the  most  efficieftt  self­unload­ the  ILGWU,  doubting  its  good  member  of  the  gang should  be  stationed  outside  the  manhole  in  case  ing  equipment  yet  developed,  but  most  of  her  superstructure  is miss­ faith, refused  the offer  and wamed^  of  an  emergency.  Before  the  men  go  inside  the  water  side  of  the  ing.  The  yard  explained  that  the  superstructure  was  left  off  so  she  the  members  to  sign  up  individu­ boiler, all  the manhole  covers  should  be removed  to assure  a  sufficient  could  get  under  the  bridges  on  her  way  to  the  Lakes,  but  that  all  the  ally  or else  join  one  of  the  estab­ supply  of  fresh  air.  Similarly,  the  steam  side  of  the'toiler  should  material  is aboard  her  and  the  work  will  be  completed  when  she  gets  lished  employers'  groups.  The  15  have  been  thoroughly  ventilated  and  such  ventilation  continued  while  to  the  Lakes.  *  remaining  operators  are  expected  any  of  the  crew  are  inside.  4  4  4  to crack  before  very  long.  The  last  steps  taken  after  all  men  have  left  the toiler  is  to  remove  Army  engineers  will  survey  the  700­mile  stretch  of  the  Gulf  intra­ warning signs  and  the  chains and  locks on  the  stop valves,  after check­ 4  4  4  coastal  waterway  from  the  Mississippi  River  to  New  Orleans  to  the  The  CIO  Electrical  Workers  re­ ing  to make  sure that  nobody  is  left  behind.  Mexican  Border.  However,  the  Army's  plan  for  replacing  the  old  turned  to  work  in  three  Bendix  In  the long  run  work  in  the  engine  room  involves  the  same  type  of  railroad  swing  bridge  over  Arthur  Kill  between  Staten  Island  and  Aviation  Corp.  plants  after  win­ precautions  as  working  in  a  machine  shop  or  factory  with  jnc /ing  Elizabeth,  N.  J., has  been  put  off  because  of  the  lack  of  steel  and  no  ning  a  13­day  strike.  The  workers  machinery.  The  big  difference  of  course,  is  the  added  hazard  of  the  Congressional  appropriation  ... The  New  Jersey  oyster  fleet  has  won  increases  ranging  from  4  to  ship's  erratic  motion  particularly  in  rough  seas  where  work  has  to  be  started  its new  season, expected  to bring,  about  $3 million.  17  cents  an  hour  carried  on  under  trying,  conditions.  Folloir  Bifrlpf  Evefn  Inaum  iu  Tk»  Semturera  Lofl  Burly  I  :'  Friday, September  19,  1952  SEAFARER S'  LOG  A\ACW,OMEOfTUB  IS KINDA  SICK...  TRY  SOME OF THIS  MEPIC/HB; MAYBE  WE CAN SAVE YOU/^  %­ &­•   I pi  REUAK!  I'LL  FIX  YOU  UP IN A  JIFFY/  I K^OW MY STUFF /  THANKS A LOT»MATE ­ BUT  ITS THEOUY IN THE  BUNK 8ELQW, WHds SlCK/  �!•  "­"'r  They  Robbed  Us  Of  Youth!  By  FRENCHY  MICHELET  wanted  to  do  was  work  as  a  sea­ thing  was  true  of  the  SIU.  Good,  ditions I'm  talking about.  You arc  At  about  three  in  the  afternoon  of  the fourteenth  day  of  man.  clean  labor  outfits  like  the  SIU  young  men  for  the  most  part  who  July, I was  leisurely  examining  the  wares of  that gentleman  I  was  a little  too  proud  to  be  a  weren't  possible  in  those  days  of  were  recruited  into  this  industry  who  conducts  the little  second»hand  book  store  just  around  successful  beggar  and  much  too  the  much  vaunted  free  enterprise.  by  a  young  imion—the  SIU  is  the  corner  from  the  SIU  hall  in  New  Orleans.  I  was  idly  stupid to  be a  successful thief, so  I  The  successful  organization  of  barely 14  years old—and  you  have  leafing  through  a  beautifully  bound  volume  of  the  collected  just  muddled  along  earning  a  dol­ the SIU  was  made  possible  by  the  only  a  vague  idea  of  what  these  lar  here  and  a  doJW  there  until  attitude  of  those  far­seeing  New  politicians  are  planning  to  do  to  works  of  Henry  Thoreau­.of­ you.  Let  me  tell  you  that  when  fered for sale at  the ridiculous  sleeve  and  I  fared  better  after  the New Deal came along qnd made  Dealers  who  enacted  legislation  they  talk  about  free  enterprise  like the  Wagner  Act. Had  the crew  it  possible' to  earn  a  decent  living  that.  price of  $1.  of  a ship got  together in those days  they  really mean  like it  was in  the  Pulled  In  As  Vagrant  I  chose  the  volume  at  the  price  Md  demanded  to  be  represented  good old  days when  the boss  got 99  and  I  knew  instinctively  that  the  Once  in  a  great  sovereign  state  by  an  organization  like  the  SIU,  cents  of  every  dollar  and  if  you  bookseller  had  never­  read  a  line  of  my  own  South  the  local  cops  shipowners  would  simply  have  were  a  good  little  stooge  you  got  pulled  a  dozen  of  us  off  a  freight  of  it  in  all  his  born  days.  called  the  cops  and  chased  every­ the other  penny.  This  is  Thoreau  speaking  in  the  train  and  brought  us  before  a  to­ body  off  the  scow  and  shipped  You  can  believe  them  when  they  opening  pages  of  that  exquisite  bacco  chewing  justice  who  sen­ another  crew.  The  Wagner  Act  tell  you  they  will  reduce  taxes.  tenced  us to thirty  days  on  a  bean  little  gem  Walden  Pond.  changed  all that.  It made  it  man­ Hell, they  never charged  me any—  farm for  put  me  in  datory  to  hold  an  election  when­ they  never let me  make  enough  in  "I  have  no  doubt  that  some  of  a  cage  by vagrancy. They  and  by  day  I was  ever  enough  of  the  crewmembers  any one  year to  pay  any  tax at  all!  you  who  read  this  book  are  un  rented  out night  to  the  local  farmers  to  desired  one.  Gotta Pay to Live  able  to  pay for  all  the dinners you  hoe  their  beans  for fifty  cents  a  have  actually  eaten,  or  for  the  day. I  never saw  any of  I've  got  sense  enough  to  know  Free  to  Starve^  coats or shoes  which  are fast  wear­ of  course,  because  the  the dough,  that  I'm  living  in  a  dangerous  sheriff  or  All this, I say  again  was in  those  world  that's gone stark  raving mad  ing  or  have  already  worn  out,  and  the state  or  somebody  collected  it.  great  days  of  the  free  enterprise  and  that  I  must  pay  considerable  have  come  to  this  page  to  spend  I  don't  know  why  they  turned  me  system  that  some  of  these  politi­ taxes if  I'm  to live  in  it at  all. I'm,  borrowed  or  stolen  time,  robbing  loose  because  I  was  just  as  much  cians  who  are  urging  you  to  vote  happy  your  creditors  of  an  hour."  that I  can  pay  big taxes  and  a  vagrant as  when they booked  me.  'era  into  office  are  forever  yelling  still have enough  left to support my  Stolen Hours  Maybe  it  was  because  the  bean  about.  This  was  in  those  good  old  family  in  comparative  comfort.  If  When  I first  read  these  words  season  was  over.  days  when  simple seamen  like  my­ you  think  you  are  being  taxed  out  some  twenty­odd  years  ago  I  came  Then, another  day  in  Nacogohes,  self  were  free  to  make  a  million  of  proportion  to  the  benefits  you  to  them  as  prophesied—on  stolen  Texas,  a  buddy  and  I  were  picked  without any  restraint from a  pater­ receive  just^check  into  the  condi­ time. Time  that  I  had  stolen  from  up  for  having  the  temerity  to  ask  nal  government  if  they  possessed  tions of  the rest  of  the world.  But  the  landlord  and  the  grocer,  for  the  local  merchants  for  any  kind  the  initiative  and  the  enterprise  that  is  always  the  way  with  free­ we  were  deeply  indebted  to  them  of  work.  We  weren't  charged  with  necessary  to  do  so.  ­Frenchy  Michelet  loaders,  fellows,  they  are  always  both  in  those  unlamented  days.  I  vagrancy  that  time.  Instead  two  Unfortunately,  most  of  us  were  willing  to" ride,  they  just  squawk  should  have  been  working  at  my  big Texas  cops  took  us  to the  local  and  support  my  family,  which  I've  thick­headed  lugs  like  myself  who  like hell  when the conductor comes  profession  as  a  seaman  to  pay  jail  and  beat  us  pretty  badly  with  managed  to  do ever  since.  were  singularly  lacking  in  both  around  for the  fare.  these  gentlemen  because  they  had  leather  straps  and  ­defied  us  to  I  suppose  that  you  are  wonder­ qualities and  we found  instead that  It's easy  enough  to stand  on  the  fed and  sheltered  us in good faith:  fight  back,  which  we  didn't  do,  of  ing why I didn't  put in  for my  un­ we  were  free  to  starve  whHe  the  sidelines and  criticize this  Govern­ my widowed  mother, my two young  course,  for  we  were  only  two  employment  benefits  or  go  to  the  crimps  peddled  the  few  stinking  ment.  I'll  admit  that  our  present  sisters  and  myself,  but  I  couldn't  frightened  boys.  SIU for a  job.  Well, there weren't  jobs  that  were  around  to  whoever  Government  is  sick  in  spots.  But  find  a  job.  I'm  leveling  with  you  when  I  any  unemployment  benefits  then  could  beg,  borrow  or steal  enough  believe  you  me  there  ain't nothing  It  wasn't  that  I  was  lazy.  I  had  tell  you  of  my  experiences  in  because  that  didn't  come  until  a  to  buy them.  in  the  sickness  that's  going  to  re­ a  burning  desire  to  work  and  pay  those  days.  All  these  things  actu­ few years later  when the New  Deal  Most  of  you  who  read  this  are  spond  to  the  remedy  that  these  our  obligations,  for  I  was  a  sen­ ally  happened  to  me  when  all  I  enacted  the  legislation.  The' same  too  young  to  remember  these  con­ quacks have  in  mind.  sitive lad  in those  days and  I never  met  the  grocer  or  the  landlord  without  a  feeling  of  soniething  akin  to  shame  for  imposing  on  their  generosity.  We  got  by,  we  four,  because  my  mother  worked  for  a  department  store  as  a  seam­ stress  while  her  big  strong  boy  With the summer season rap­ stayed  at  home  and  read  Thoreau,  idly  drasving  to  a  close,  two  which  was  a  situation  that  didn't  SlU­manned  Great  Lakes  exactly  add  to  my  peace  of  mind  cruise ships, last of a vanishing  as you  can  well  imagine.  breed,  are  completing  their  In  checking  back  over  my  dis­ 39th  season.  The  two  vessels,  the  charges  I find  that  I  worked  ex­ North  American  and  South  Ameri­ actly  two  months  in  that  memor­ can, symbolize  the  gaiety  and  frol­ able  year.  Do  you  want  to  know  icing  of  days  gone  by  since  they  how  I  got  the  job—you  who  can  first  started  the  passenger  runs  now  go  to  the  Union  hall  and  get  back  in 1914.  one  for  at  least  seven  times  the  The  "sister  queens  of  the  Great  pay  and  unde­  immeasurably  bet­ Lakes"  were  the  brainchildren  of  ter  working  conditions  anytime  the  late  Robert  C.  Davis  who first  you  are  so  inclined—do  you  know  decided  that  the  Lakes  needed  how  I  got  my  job  that  year?  I  some  cruise  ships  devoted  entirely  went  to  a  rooming  house  in  the  to  passengers.  three hundred block of Royal Street  In  effect,  they  were  the first,  in  New  Orleans  conducted  by  a  just  as  they  are  the  last  now.  In  Mrs. Barr and  paid  her one  week's  the  years  that  have  passed  since  room  rent—borrowed  from  I  for­ then,  other  large  cruise  ship  oper­ get  where  now—and  she  shipped  ators  have  come,  and  have  gone.  me  out  thdtVsame  night  as  a  mess­ These  two  queens,  however,  have  boy­on  a  tramp  oil  tanker  called  withstood  the  terrific  competition  the  Trinidadian.  given  by  other forms of  transporta­ I  worked  hard  to  try  to  keep  tion  as  well  as  the  short  sailing  that  job,  I  put  in  my field  days  seasons  that  would  make  a  salt­ with  never  a  murmur.  I  painted  water  operator  shudder.  One of  the last two  cruise ships active  on the  Great  Lakes, the South  American  has been  carrying pas­ the  messroom  and  galley  on  my  While  the  Great  Lakes  cargo  sengers since 1914.  She is currently on the  Buffalo­Duluth  run.  own  time  and  did  everything  pos­ carriers  usually  get  d  sailing  sea­ tors of  the two  Americans, in 1939.  sible  to  conciliate  the.  old  chief  son  of  about  8  months  a  year,  the  are  spent  in  a  frenzied  effort  to  still covered  by  the  two  ships.  steward.  But  he finally  ran  me  off  warm  weather  that  brings  out  the  get  them  out  of  "mothballs"  and  The South  American handles  the  The  Alabama,  with  a  passenger  anyway  to  make  room  for  one  of  cruise  passengers  only  allows  the  ready  to  begin  another  season.  Buffalo­Duluth  circuit  while  the  capacity  of  only  296  soon  proved  his buddies who  was waiting on the  two  queens  a  sailing ^ season  of  After  that,  comes  the  "conven­ North  American  is  apparently  set  a financial  liability  and  is  now  in  Holland,  Mich.,  where  she'll  be  dock  for  the  job  when  yve  pulled  about  18  weeks  from  mid­May  to  tion"  round  of  the  vessels.  Per­ in  the  Buffalo­Chicago  route.  the  end  of  September.  sold  for  scrap.  Fleet  Diminishes  into  Port  Arthur.  haps  400  or  500  bankers will  char­ Tight  Schedule  ter  one  of  the  vessels  and  hold  The  years  haven't  been  easy  for  The  two  "sister  queens"  are  the  I  tried  every  way  I  know  to  get  a  job.  I followed  those  thousands  During  these few  weeks, each  of  their  convention  aboard  while  the  Lakes  passenger  lines.  The  only  active  survivors,  but  they  are  of  wondering  lads  of  my  own  lost  the queens covers  better than  2,000  cruising  from  Holland,  Mich.,  to  D&C  Lake  Lines  rose  quickly  to  no  longer truly  sisters.  The  South  generation  to  the  West  Coast,  be­ miles a  week.  The  only  thing  that  Mackinac  Island,  or  Escanaba,  become  one  of  the  leading  pas­ American  was  gutted  by fire  in  cause  rumor  had  it  that  shipping  makes  possible  their  continued  Mich.,  will  be  visited  by  400  mem­ senger  services  on  the  Lakes,  but  1922.  She  was  completely  refitted,  was  better  out  there.  I  worked  in  operation  is  tlie  unbelievably  tight  bers  of  a  fraternal  order  which  is  in  1950,  four  of  their  ships  were  with  a  30­foot  section  midships.  town along  the way  as a  painter  or  schedule,  where  a  breakdown  that  holding  its  convention  on  board  laid  up  and  are  still  in  Detroit  This  boosted  her  passenger  capa­ waiting  for  th^ir  fate  to  be  de­ city  to  510,  as  compared  with  the  laborer or anything  that  turned  up  ties  up  one  of  the  ships  for  a  few  one of  the ships.:  cided.  The  City  of  Cleveland  III,  North  American's  450.  In  the  beginning  of  June,  both  to  earn  a  few  bucks  to  send  home  hours  can  do  as  much  damage fi­ another  D&C  vessel  collided  with  But  today,  these  two  vessels  the Americans  settle down  to their  on  all too  rare occasions. Frequent­ nancially  hs  a  breakdown  that  ties  a  foreign  freighter  in  1950  and  is  churn  through  a  schedule  that  ly the  railroad dicks got  my money  up  a  deepwater  ship  for  a  few  regular scheduled cruise runs. They  still  lying,  badly  damaged,  in  a  would  probably  bring grey  hairs to  both  make  regular  seven­day  by  shaking  me  down  whenever  weeks.  anybody  but  their  crews  so  that  they  caught  me  stealing  a  ride  in  The Seafarers usually  go  aboard  cruises,  sometimes  in  conjunction  slip  on­ the  Canadian  shore.  they  can  remain  the  last  of  the  The D&C lines  sold  the Alabama  ^  boxcar.  FinaUy,  a  roadwise  'bo  the  two  queens  about  the  begin­ with  railroad  cruise  trains.  The  Great  Lakes cruise  ships.  to  the  Georgian  Bay  Line,  opera­ main  routes,  started  in  1913,  are  Jaihowed  ine  how  to­ rdll it up in  my ,  idof df .Aprils  The  next  six  w,eeks­ iv;#  ­f'l  • M  Great lakes Cruise Ships Are Dyin^ Out  nS  �'Ma&i >B^i>iiaMJi'»; iwi  m­ Ki  V>,  E'­ •  |;^ ;  •   i>''­ \M  |;  iCIoliiesilfl^ CaiiM^^^^  by  Josaph  Triemblay  That  the  largest  bell  in  th»  below  the  equator,  this  half  way  world  is  in  the  Kremlin  at  Mos­ point  is  naturally  north.  cow?  TUei  ben  is  65 feet  ini  ck­ )  •   4*4.  cumference  and  weighs  400,000  ;  That  common  cold  germs can  be  pounds,  but  apparently  never  was  propelled by  a  sneeze to  hunt new  used  except  as  a chapel.  A  huge  victiaos  at  a  speed  o£  more  than  fragment  was  once  broken,  from,  IQO  miles  an  hour?  Scientiatts  .'the  side  and  served  as  the  entry­ have found that  an unstlfled sneeze  way.  sprays  the  air  with  thousands  of  #  droplets,  some  of  which  travel 12  That  when, an  SHI  ship^ lays  upi  feet  and  at  a  rate  as  high  as  ISO  ;and  calls  for  a  crew  again  withini  feet  a second.  jten  days,  members  of  the  former  4  4  4.  .crew  have  preference for  the  jobs,  That buncbe* of  bananas ace  not  providing  they  have  registered  oni  cut  from  the  plants  when  green  the shipping, list?  with  the  idea  of  preserving  them  during  shipment  and  storagq,  but  it  t  rather  for  the  simple  reason  that  That  Seafarers in  a  marine  hos­ they  Will  not  ripen  satisfactorily  pital  can  collect  their  vacation  on  the ­plants?  Only  when  they  money  right  from  their  beds  by  are  picked  green'  will  the  starch'  securing,  applications  from­a  rep­ in  bananas  turn  to  sugar  and  the  resentative  of  the  SIU"  Welfara  fruit  beccrme  desirable  for  food;  Services  Department,  when  he  "4.4  4  ,  comes  around,  each  week?  You  must  have  your  discharges  with  ^  That  Seafarers,  must  have  their  you  to  support  your  application^^  rating  cortifioations!  stamped  into  their  books  in  order  to  register  however.  and  .ship  on  that  rating?  If  you  4.  t  t  do  not  have, your  rating  stamped  That  there  ace  no  polar  bears  onto  youf  card  or  book  and'  have  in  the  Antarctic?  The  spectacled  the  required  time  in,  make  sure  bear,  a  rare  South  American  you  have  it  stamped  on  to  avoid  species  found  hi  the  Andest of  difficulty  later  pn.  Peru,  Ecuador  and  Colombia,  is  4  4  4  believed  to  he  the  only  true  bear  That the death of  one tprmet VS  whose habitat  is south of  the equa­ The crew  of  the Lil!)erty  ship  Shinnecock  Bay  (Mar Trade)  wish to. report a very pleasant  tor.  It  resemtfies  a  small  Ameri­ • President passed,  wi^out  any  of­ to  trip  to  and  from  Japan  with  a. payoff  in  San  Francisco. .  Contributing  ^  . the  interest  of  can  black  bear­ in  size  and  color:  ficial  notice  on  the  part  of  the  .Federal  Gevemment?  John.  Tylo:,  the return  voyage  was* our  passenger, a  young Japanese student who is gomg to attend Sac  4»  4/  '  4­ our  tenth  President,  received  this  rameuto  College.  ~~~  During  the  trip  he  became , and  education  he  acquired  in  the  several,  occasions.  This  must  be  That  you  can  use  an  oc^nary  official  "snub"  on  the  occasion  of  close  to a  record  run. for Libertys;  wrist  watch  as  a  compass?  To  do  his  death  in  1862  because  at  the  quite friendly  with, the  entire  States.  less  than  16  days  running  time  this,  turn  the  watch  so  that  the  time  he­  was  a,  member­elect  of  The boys on  the ship showed him  crew.  His  name is.Kunihiko  Fukuf  hour  hand  points  to the  sun.  Half  the­Confederate  House  of  Repre­ from  Yokohama  to  'Frisco.  da,  better  known  as Kenny.  He  1$  all  over  the  entire  layout  heret  way  between the  hour hand  and 12  isentatives,  and  President  Lincoln  Paul  E.  Buggins  '  and  in  return he  conducted  classes  20  years  of  age  and  has. just  won  o'clock  is then  south.  If  you are  took  no official notice of  the event.  Ship's  delegate  a four  year scholarship.  Because of  in  Japanese.  Most  of  his  pupils  his  scholastic  ability  he  will  be  were  some  of  the  more  warm­ financed/ and  aided  by  an  Ameri­ hearted, ardept  lad's  who  hope that  while  they're  pitching; woo  to  the  can  citizen.  Japanese lassies  they'll  know  what  studr trs Methods  Kenny  was  ping  pong  champ  at  they're  doing  or  saying.  However;  When  chief  cook  George  Liebers,  the sparkling personaliliy  of  the­Royal Oak. sits down, to  his  university  in  Kiota,  Japan.  He  it  seems  Kenny  learned  more  read, whatever  it is he is reading  must be of  some importance  to him.  On  one of  those rate  intends to  study our  language, cus­ English  than  the  boys  learned  occasions he was making weird noises so  we wondered  if  the^A  were  due to some of  his  own  toms  and  politics  and  on  his  re­ Japanese. .  cooking  that  he  ate,  money*  ^  turn to  Japan, he  hopes to  help his  Kenny  was  invited  to  our  meet­ matters  or  loose  bridgework  attended  a  cooking­ school in  Leipf  ice,  Paris,  Madrid  and  a  dozen  ing  to see  the  democratic  r­'ay  that  own  people  with  the  knowledge  zig,  Germany,  for  three  years.  Hi  other  famous  cities.  His  adven­ the  SIU  operates.  He  was  amaized,  getting  in  his  way.  to  put  it, mildly.  It  seems  many  On  closer  observation,  it  wap  paid  IfiO'  marks  a  year  for  the  ini­ tures  are  like,  the  one  he  had'  in  Japanese  labor  Unions  are  under  noticed  that  he  was  merely  duckl­ struction.  That  was  a­  huge­  sura  Morocco where he  took  his  camera  Communist control  and  don't oper­ ing  his  tongue.  When  asked  why,  back  ih  1912,  but he knew  that  in  ashore  and  photographed  a  veiled  ate the  way  we do.  he  blurted  out,  "It's  always  the  Germany and­ other­European couni­ 'lady. ' She  came  over  to  hinr  with  wiper,  the  messman,  the  captaiii,  tries<  a­  man­ without a  trade  was  a  a friendly  attitude  hut  grabbed the  Dockside  Explosioir  camera  when  she­  got  close  and  but  never  the  chief  cook.  Never  lost soul.  Word  has  been  received  by  the  While  the  trip  was~a  good  one  broke  it  over  his  head.  LOG  that  Corporal  Joseph  C.  it was  not without its troubles.  The  does'anyone  say  what  they  think  His father wanted  him to become  European  cookery  instructihn  a  musician,  and a tutor  was  hired  about a  chief  cook.  He works  hard  Mikronis,  a  member  of  the  SIU  night  before  our  departure  fr<Hn  that  George  underwent  is  most  tff  instruct  him.  fie  showed  great  all  day  and  is  responsible  for  a.  Yokohamji,  there  was a  terrific ex­ Since  November  ­1944  was  killed  The first, year entailed  in  action  in  Korea  on  August  2.  plosion  on  the  docks  where  Japa­ bunch  of  hungry  men  gettting  fed  promise musically  and could  sit  at  methodical  learning, all  about  vegetables,  the  a piamo­ and  plby  the  world's clas­ right, and is not even  noticed."  Mikronis  was  a  paratrooper  with  nese  longshoremen  were  loading  second  year  about  meat, fish  and  sics  with  authority  and  ease.  But  But George  is noticed.  He is one  toys  destined  for  No.  5  hold.  One  the  11th  Airborne  Division.  poultry  and  the  tliird. year  about  when  the  fascination  of  cooking;  of  those  rare cooks  who  would  not  According  to  Seafarer  Donald  longshoreman­  was  killed  outright  general  cooking.  Maybe  that  a:c­ overtook him, that fine art of  musib  serve  anything  that  he  would  not  and  one  had  his  legs  blown  off  at  "Speed"  Kissel,  close  friend  and  ,counts  for  the  distinctive flavor  of  seemed to boil away.  former  shipmate  of  Mikronis,  the  the knees.  There were  many others  eat  himself,  and  when  cooking  he  foreign  cooking  and  for  the  fact  works  with  the  deliberation  of  a  George  can  tahc  a  good  dead  injured,  resulting  in  two  more  latter  retired  his  book  on  Septem­ that  the  best  hotels,  restaurants'  goimmet  serving  royalty.  about  his  travels  all  around  the  deaths and five  amputations. ~  ber  1,  1958,  and  enlisted  in  the  and  steamship  companies  will  hira  Unlike  a  "can­ppener"  cook,  he  world  and  his  adventures  in  Ve»­ It  seems  they  were  loading  pel­ Army  after  they  had  made  a  six  a. cook from  "over  there."  months'  trip  together  on  the  Tad­ lets  about  the  thickness  of  the  Started  Early  dei. He sailed regularly in  the declB  lead  in a  pencil and  1/8 of  an  inch  Learning  a  trade  or  profession  long.  They are for  use  in  kids' toy  department.  in.  Ehro4>e  meant  starting, early  in  guns  and  are  supposed  to  be  safe,  Mikronis  is  survived  by  his  youth.  When  George  e n t e,r. e d  judging  frbm  the  explosion  it  mother,  Mrs.  L.  R.  Lindsley  of  schocd  it, involved  fhree­  years  of  would  be best  if  kidis  stayed  away  Baton  Rouge,  La.  discipline  and'  hard  work.  Many  from them.  times he went home  to complin to  43­Ton  Crash  '  hi*  father  that  the.  teacher  had  We  also  had  a  ^i'ght  accident  ih  slapped  him;  Upon  investigation  Guam,  where  the  Navy's floating'  thfe  teacheir  explained  that  when  crane  attempted  to  lift  a  43­ton  pupils  didn't  pay  attention,  or  caterpillar  crane  off  the  deck. T^e  made mistakes,  Ihey gpt slapped or  cables  sheared  and  dropped'  the  expelled.  So  George's  faflier  cat.  shrugged and  walkbd  awSy, leaving  Otherwise  things­  ran  very  'his son tu get  ah education  slapped  smoothly  all  during  the  trip.  We  finto himv  started out  from San  Francisco and  • When  Liebers  produces  some­ touched  at  Honolulu, Guam, Waka­ thing  as fine­ and  unique  as  beef  matsu,  Tabatd,  Yawata,  Nagoya,  i oulettes and  anyone  dares to  ridi­ Kobe  and  Yokohama  before  re­ eule  him  even?  in  fun,  the  rest of  turning.  All  along­  there  was  a  the crew leaps to his defense;  They  harmonious  feeling  of  friendshij)  know  he  spends  many  long  hours  amd  mutual  respect'  between  offi­ over  the­  hot  ranges,  whose  heat  cers'  and  crew.  Captain  Badeau,  combines  with  the­ tropic  warmth  'Chief  Engineer Bertran  and all  the  of  tht Gulf  of  Mexico^  other  officers  are fine  shipmates.  l^e  late  Carparat  Joseplk  C.  Maybe  because  of  this­the  Shin­ That's  George  Liebers—a  cook  .BIlkroiils:dioim' wlilieifai train­ ineeock  Bay  felt  good­  too;  logging  This  piecd  of  oriental arcUitebtlire  is a  Japanese Christian  church  who is  chiefi;,  s; ,  ing  at  Ft.  VJt  better  than  300  mile* per  day on  hi  the  Hawaiian Jsliandr.  Photb' by  Seaftrer  Joseph  Hec^  Crew?  Studying *tiirt  San* Talk  Ship^s Cook  An Artiiit At Range  Ex^Seafarer  Korea Vieiim  |!^;v  1 ^/,V*.'  .  i{ </• ^  •  ir  yy:­^/  Pagoda­Style Churcb  ; 4  �'1; gJIfflPJiJII I,  Fjiday,  September  19,  Ifit  SEAFARERS  LOG  Pace  Ninefeen  •   ''h  Siltp Tratisfers lajnred Seaman  By  SEAFARERS  LOG  Photo  Editor  We  had  an  accident  on  boai*^  the  ­George  A.  Lawson  when  Brother  Ramon  M.  Seano  fell  from  the  'tween  decks  into  No.  1  hold.  He  had  been  climbing  down  to  clean  the  hold  when  he  lost  his  grip  and  fell  to  the  bottom,  suf­ fering  an  Injured  back.  Seeing  how  severely  injured  Brother  Seano  was,  his  shipmates  picked  him  up  and  started  caring  for  him.  At  the  same  time,  we  asked  the  Captain  to help  get  him  to a  hospital  as quickly  as possible.  When  the  accident  occurred  the  ship  was  already  past  Miami,  but  Captain  O'Donneli  immediately  or­ dered  the  ship  turned  around  and  radioed the  Coast  Guard.  We  were  met  by  a  Coast  Guard  launch  and  through  the  efficient  handling  of  the  deck  department  Brother  Seano  was  lowered  by  a  basket  stretcher  onto  the  Coast  Guard  vessel  with  a  minimum  of  jarring.  From  there  he  was  taken  to a  hos­ pital  in  Miami.  Ali  hands  aboard  the  ship  wish  Brother'Seano  a  speedy  recovery  and  hope  that  some  of  his  friends  will get  a  chance  to visit  him  while  he  is  in  the  hospital.  Curt  Borman  After tlft  headquarters membership  meeting last  week,  I was  button­ hoied by  one of  bur members  and shown  two photos.  One  was a  coptact  print and  the other  an enlargement  of  something he  had photographed.  He  was  very  happy  with  the  biow­up,  but  rather  disappointed  with  the  contact  print  made  for  his  wallet.  This  column  is  an  attempt  to  answer  why  the  enlargement  was  so  much  better  than  the  contact  print.  The  answer  lies  in  the  control  that  one  has  when  making  an  enlargement  by  manipulating  the  light  during  printing.  Let's  examine  aome  of  these controls.  1.  Dodginc  and  Printlnc­ln  is  the'  technique  of  controlling  the  amount  of  light  that  reaches  particular  portions of  the  printing  paper.  Areas  that  are  too  dark  are  dodged  by  means  of  blocking  the  printing  light so that they  receive less exposure  and come out  lighter. Prlnting­in  Is  just  the  opposite.  More  light  is poured  on  areas  which are  too faint,  to  make  them  darker  in  the finished  photo.  Some  photogs  use  odd  shaped  pieces  of  cardboard  for  dodging  and  pieces  of  cardboard  with  odd­shaped  holes  for  burning  in.  Probably  most  photogs  use  their  hands since  "they never  get misplaced  around  the  darkroom." Whether  you  use  your  hands  or  pieces  of  cardboard,  they  must  be  in  constant  motion  so  that  tone  changes  at  the  edges  of  the  areas  being  worked  on  will  be  gradual.  t.  Flashing  is  printing  with  bright,  raw  light.  The  negative  is  removed  from  the  enlarger,  the  lens  opened  wide,  and  certain  areas  Members of  the deck  gang  carefully  lower  away  stretcher carrying  of  the  print  darkened  with  the  light  coming  through  the  lens;  often  Seafarer  Ramon  M.  Seano  to a  waiting  Coast  Guard  vessel.  a  negative  is so  dense  in  places  that  it  is  impossible  to  print  through,  and  if  a  darker  tone  is  required  in  this  area, flashing  must  be  used.  The  most  common use  of flashing  is in  darkening the  corners of  prints,  printing  light  backgrounds  darker,  and  toning  down  hot  spots  in  a  photo.  "Anything can  happen to  a seaman"  is an  old  saying  in  many  places  in  the  world  and  3.  Diffusion  is a  deliberate fuzzing  of  a  picture  by  printing  through  sometimes  things  happen  that  make  you  believe  it.  I  recall  something  unusual  that  took  a  thin  piece  of  material  which  passes  the  rays  of  light  but  prints  a  place  on  a  trip  I  made  to  Murmansk,  almost  at  the  end  of  World  War  II  slightly  blurred  image.  The  purpose  of  this  technique  is  to  produce  The  Nicholas  Biddle  was­^  pictures  that  are  pleasingly  soft  and  diffused.  Diffusion  is  used  the  ship  I  was  on,  and  it  had  peller  by  inches  and  hit  anqther  spend  a few  days straightening  out  primarily  for  portraits  when  you  want  to  soften  wrinkles  and  minor  the  reputation  of  having  the  Liberty  across  from  us on  the  port  and  nursing  a  lot  of  minor  bumps  blemishes.  Diffusion  can  be  done  with  crumpled  cellophane  or  a  piece  strictest  skipper  I  ever  saw.  side.  and  bruises  from  the  rush  to  the  of  a  woman's  stocking.  You can  imagine  how  fast every­ boats.  During  the  whole  trip from  New  4.  Vignetting  is  another  version  of  dodging.  Vignetting  was  once  York  to  Murmansk  we  enjoyed  one  headed  for  the  lifeboats  when  As for  the other  ship  we  learned  very  popular  but  seems  to  be  used  less  and  less  today.  It  was  used  what  could  be  called  good  weather  the aiarm was sounded.  No one took  in  Murmansk  later  that  they  had  primarily  to  eliminate  backgrounds  from  a  portrait,  making  it  seem  to  for that  time of  the year.  more  than  a  minute  to  get  there,  lost  four of  our brothers.  fade into  the white  paper. This  is accomplished  by  printing the  portrait  but  about  haif  the  crew  had  to  Luis  A.  Ramirez  Submarine  Weather  through  a  large  opening  in  a  card.  The  tone  graduation  from  the  Having  good  weather  did  not  portrait  to  the  background  is  a  gradual  fade­out  as  the  card  is  kept  necessarily  mean  good  luck,  for  it  In  constant  motion  throughout  the  printing  exposure.  LOG­A­RHYTHM:  was  always  on  good  days  that  the  submarines  attacked.  As  many  of  us  know,  the  Nazis  changed  submarine "fighting  tactics  in  the  last  days  of  the  war.  No  at­ By  M.  Dtcyer  tacking was  done  in mid­ocean  any­ more,  or  at  least  that  was  what  we  gathered  from  one  rumor  and  an­ There was  a  young sailor,  the  pride i  To  keep  them  all  happy,  each  other.  Instead  of  going  after  the  of  his  crew,  I  The  SiU  Chicks,  all­girl  baseball  team  from  Jackson  name  he  displayed.  ships on  the  high  seas,  they  devel­ Who had  so many  women, he  never  But  the  more  ports  he  hit,  the  Heights,  LI,  showed  no  respect  for  the  so­called  stronger  oped  a  pet  idea  of  staying  down  at  knew  what  to  do.  more  friends  he  made..  the  bottom  at  a  spot  where  heavy  He  tattooed  their  names  all  over  When  his  skipper  would  see  him,  sex when  they scalped  a  boys' team,  17­9.  traffic  would  be  at hand.  his  chest,  ,  .  The  Chicks'  star  pitcher,  he'd  rage  and  he'd  roar,  Such  a spot  would most  likely be  As  he  couldn't  decide  which  one  'Cause  he  drew  more  attraction  of  the  cruise  ship  Puerto  Rico  on  Marcy  Boucakis  added  insult  he  liked  best.  which  McWilliams  sails  as  BR.  as near  as possible  to the  entrances  than  a  ship  blown  ashore.  to injury by fanning 15  enemy  The  crew  held  a  tarpaulin  muster  to key  ports.  With  no engines run­ The  one  with  the  dimples  and  But  he  didn't  care  if  his  skipper  gleam  in  her. eye.  batsmen.  Captain  Rita  McWilliams,  to  buy  uniforms,  baseballs,  bats  ning  so  as  not  to  be  detected,  the  would  shout.  daughter  of  Seafarer  Richard  and  gloves  for  the  squad.  Presen­ subs  used  to  spring  up  occasion­ The  blond, the  brunette  or  the  one  His  problem  was  hoping  his  wife  who  was  shy.  didn't  find  out.  McWilliams,  further  reported  that  tation  of  the  gifts  was  made  at  an  aily  in  the  early' or  late  hours  to  the  Chicks­ committed  only  one  SIU  headquarters  membership  try  a few  killings and  then go  back  to the  bottom to wait  and sweat  out  error  dirring  the  course  of  the  meeting  on  June  4.  game.  Another boys'  team  is being  The  girls'  uniforms  carry  the  their  chances  against  the  depth  SIU  wheel  on  the  sleeve,  making  charges.  taken  on  this  week.  Boat  Drill­Speech  Sponsored  By  SIU  Crew  them  unofficial  representatives  of  Getting  back  to  our  skipper,  The  Chicks,  a  baseball  squad  of  the  Union  when  they  tangle  with  (1)' An  artillery  battery  which  divided  its  fire  between  two  targets  teen  age  girls  in  the  12­15  age  neighborhood  clubs  in  the  Jack­ everytime  we  had  a fire  and  boat  drill  we  would  hear  a  speech  from  recorded  four  times  as  many  hits  on  target  one  as  on  target  two.  If  group,  are'sponsored  by  the  crew  son  Heights  area.  him  which  lasted  for  a  few  min­ 300  shells  were  fired  and  ten  percent  failed  to  hit  either  target,  how  utes,  no  matter  the  conditions  or  many  hit  the  second  one?  the  weather.  Whatever  he  said  al­ (2)  A  degree  of  latitud«  is  roughly  the  same  distance  as  a  degree  ways  used  to  wind ­up  with  some­ of  longitude  (at  the  equator),  (at  the  poles),  (at  the  Tropic  of  Cancer),  thing  like  this,  "He  who  doesn't  (midway  between  the  equator  and  the  poles)?  come  up  here  within  two  minutes  (3)  The  journalist  who  traveled  to'Africa  to  find  Doctor  Livingston  from  the  time  I  sound  the  alarm  was  (Greeley),  (Pulitzer),  (Stanley),  (Bennett)?  •   will  be  logged."  (4)  As  westbound  ships  cross  the  international  date  line  at  12  noon  Somehow  in  his  last  speech  just  on  Wednesday,  they  change  their  (clocks  to  12  midnight),  (clocks  to  before  getting  into  Murmansk,  he  1  PM),  (calenders  to  Tuesday),  (calenders  to  Thursday)?  added  something  unusuai.  "This  is  (5)  How  far from  the  base  of  a  building  will  a  50­foot  ladder have  to  my  last  alarm  befuic  getting  into  be  placed  if  it  has  to  rest  on  the  building  40  feet  above  the  ground?  port,"  he  said.  "We  will  be  there  early  tomorrow.  If  I  happen  to  WiU  it  be  (20),  (30),  (40)  or  (50)  feet?  (6)  The  animal  which  most  legends say  had  most  to do  with  the start  sound  another  alarm,  that's  be­ cause  ik  is  going  to  be  the  right  of  the  great  Chicago"  fire  of  1871  was  Mrs.  O'Leary's  (mare),  (prize  hen),  (cow),  (Siamese cat?)  one.  Dismiss."  (7)  Only  one  team  in  both  major  baseball  leagues has  won  only  one  Near  Miss  So  far  we  were  doing  ail  right  pennant  since  1901.  Can  you  name  the  team  and  the  year  they  won  with  no  one  even  complaining  of  it  in?  (8)  A  person  who  lucubrates  would  most  likely  be  a  (student),  (en­ a  littie  headache,  except  for  some  grumbiing about the captain. Every­ ginee'r);'Tfarmer),  (mechanic)?  (9)  All  of  the  following  minerals  are  important  minerals  except  thing  was  as  if  there  was  nof  war  going  on.  But  just  a  few  hours  (diamond),  (talc),  (garnet),  (quartz)?  After  uniforms  were  presented  to  "SIU  Chicks"  in  Union  head­ from  port  and  about  one  hour  or  (10)  A  man  has  $7.45  in  quarters,  nickels  and  dimes.  If  he  has  one  quarters.  Seafarer  Richard  McWilliams  (right)  chats  with  team's  so  before  breakfast  a  submarine  and  a  half  times  as  many  nickels  as  dimes,  and  one  less  quarter  than  coach, Bernard  Greene. His daughter  Rita  (left)  and  pitcher  Marcy  came  to  the  surface  and  let  go one  he  has  nickels,  how  mai  of  each  coin "does  he  have?  (Quiz  Answers  on  Page  25)  Boucakis  make  up  the  foursome.  of  its torpedoes.  It missed  our pro­ Lnck  Kode  With This Skipper  SlU Girls' Baseball Team  IVallops Boys' Cliib, 17­9  The Tattooed  Sailor  Quiz Corner  i­L­.i.kL'.wXlLhiV  I  '­n  I  „fi!l  �f.liiijijjji.|ia!Wi|i^  Paff* Twenty  SEAFA  m  •   ;:r':W':cr^­.''«;:=?r:.­ iMm, KMtatier M,  IMtt  Robin Hood Rides *HospitaMHun'  t  If­­ Ml  ...  I took  this trip  on  the Robin Hood  to Capetown  because  I figiured  on taking  it easy.  But  By  Spfkt  Martin  it  se*ems  that  every  time  I  take  a  short  trip,  there's  more  excitement  aboard  than  on  a  long  run.  Barring a "thunderous collapse  In  ter  team  In  the field.  Brooklyn's  the  last  days  ot  the  1952  season,  infield  has  been  steadier  all  year  Our  17  days  out  to  Cape­ Brooklyn's  Dodgers  are  fairly  well  than  the Yankee's  quartet  and  can  town  were  smooth  and  our  established  as the  National League  play  rings  around  Cleveland's  jit­ stay  was  only  a  few  hours.  world  series  entry.  Since  it  has  ter­hoys.  Behind  the  plate  they  Most  of  the  boys  went  ashore  as  often  bMn  proclaimed by the  grey­ have  the  best  catcher  in  baseball,  «  usual.  When  I  got  back,  the  gang­ er Jheads of  the sports writing trade  ontranking two  very good receivers  way watch told me that "Spud" the  that  pitching  is anywhere^from  60  for  the  opposition.  Their  outfield  fireman had  gotten burned  and the  to  90  percent  of  a  world series,  we  is  fast,  dependable  and  strong­ doctor  was  with  him.  wonder  whether  that  doesn't  leave  armed.  Hot  OU  Bath  No  Dead  Spots  the  Dodgers  at  the  post.  I  went  into  his  room,  sure  Judging  it  from  the  pitching  At  the  plate,  the  Dodgers  pack  •   enough  the  doctor  was  just  put­ standpoint alone,  Brooklyn has  one  slightly  more  power  than  their  ting away  his  needle.  When  I  saw  genuine  professional,  Preachnr  rivals  and  have  one  distinct  edge  "Spud"  I  knew  what  happened.  Roe;  one  genuine  relief  pitcher,'  in  that  there  are  no  dead  spots  in  His face  and  the  upper  part  of  his  Joe Black; and  a fascinating  assort­ their batting order.  Still there's no­ body  were  covered  with  fuel  oil.  ment  of  will­he's,  could­be's,  has­ body  in  the  Brooklyn  lineup  who  To  look  at  the  man  you  could  beens  an.d  never­wills.  When  can  give  any  competent  pitcher  see  that  he  was  suffering  much  stacked  up against  New  York's  im­ nightmares.  Gil  Hodges  looks  like  pain.  I  asked  the  doctor  how  he  pressive  trio  of  Raschi,  Reynolds  he  might  sometimes,  but  he  quick­ was,  and  the  doctor  told  me  that  and  Lopat,  or  Cleveland's  equally  ly  destroys the  effect by  waving at  he  gave  him  a  shot  of  morphine  formidable  threesome— Garcia,  all/ sorts  of  pitches  that  are  no­ and  that  he  would  be  all  right  Wynn  and  Lemon,  the  Brooklyn  where  near  the dish.  when  we  got  out  to  sea.  pitching  staff  looks  tattered  and  One  important  point  in  a  series  that  doesnt show  up in the figures  torn.  That's  when  I  flipped  my  lid.  I  In  a  lighter moment  Robin  Hood  crewmembers  F.  Paskowskl,  M.  is the  condition  of  the club  at  the  told  the  doctor,  "Get  him  all  Jones  and  W.  Teffner  examine  some  crabs  canght  in  Norfolk  First  Division  Troubles  end  of  the  season.  A  team  that  goofed  up  now  and  when  we're  at  harbor.  As  everybody  knows,  Brooklyn  finishes strongly  with  aU  its  play­ sea  and  the  dope  wears  off  he'll  be  in  fine  shape.  With  that  pres­ ment,  so  we'd  better  see  the  cap­ full  speed  ahead.  The  only  thing  pitching  hasn't  frightened  the  wits  ers  in  good  shape  can  usually  be  that  has  working  hours  to  be  put  out  of  any  of  the  other  first  divi­ counted  on  to  take  the  title.  Ball  sure  and  hot  fuel  oil  that  hit  him  tain."  in  the  eyes  it  may  be  a  chance  of  >  We  went  up to  the  old man  and  into  it  is  the  refrigeration  system.  sion  clubs  in  the  League.  Con­ games  in  September  are  seldom  him  losing  his  eyesight.  This  man  the  doctor  told  the  captain  that  We  may  have  cold  water  before  versely,  Dodger  bats  have  been  won with  July's  batting  averages.  is  going  to  a  hospital  for  treat­ "Spud"  had  to  be  hospitalized.  we get in.  We all  hope so, because  strangely  silent  when  they've  had  Assuming  that  the  Dodgers  are  The  Captain  arranged  to  have  an  hot  water  and  hot  weather  don't  to  face  some  of, the  better pitchers  in good shape at  season's end,  their  on these  clubs, Roberts  and Maglie  big  advantage  lies  in  a  tight  de­ ambulance  come  and  take  him  mix.  for  two,  and  even  some  of  the  fense  which  can  count  for  a  great  While  waiting  for  the  am­ All  in  all,  she  isn't  a  bad  ship.  IRG Welcomes  ashore.  bulance  the  doctor  changed  his  She's  painted  beautifully  on  the  route­goers on  second  division  out­ deal  in  a  close  ball  game.  For  fits.  The  only good  iHtcher  they^re  Brooklyn's infield  it  will have  to be  StorieSf  Pics  mind  and  agreed  that  I  was  right  outside.  The  inside  could  stand  manhandled  witb^any  consistency  be  nimble.  Jack  be  quick."  in  insisting  that  he  go  to  the  about  tVfo  coats  though.  But  they  has  been  Warren  Spahn  oi  the  "Jack  With  the  LOG  now  contain­ Otherwise  the  1952  championship  may  paint  it  before  we  get  in.  ing 28  pages,  the  biggest  ever,  hospital.  Braves.  banner  wil fiy  from  an  American  I've  been  pretty  lucky  in  the  there  is  more  room  now  than  F.  Paskowski  There's  little  question  as  to  League, flagpole  for  the fifth  evef  before  for stories,  photos  engine  room.  I  never  got  a  fuel  Ship's  delegate  which  of  the three  clubs has a  bet­ straight  year.'  oil  burn.  But  I've  seen  a  good  and letters  sent  in  by  the Sea­ farers.  Several  pages  of  each  shipmate  of  mine  almost  go  blind  because  of  fuel  oil  and  lack  of  issue  are  devoted  to  the  ex­ proper  hospital  treatment.  periences of  Seafarers and  the  Two  More  Cases  ships they sail as they describe  But  that  wasn't  all  the  hospital  When Ernest  Lopez, FWT  aboaird  the Del  Norte was seriously injured by a swinging cargp  it  themselves.  cases  we  had.  In  Lourenco  Mar­ boom in Santos, Brazil, thirjgs didrft look too promising  for  him.  But  wdth  the  cooperation  If  you  run  across  anything  ques,  Portuguese  East  Africa,  a  of  his Union  brothers who  went out of  their way  to  help  him  he is  now  back  home  in  New  of  interest on  your voyages, or  messman  was  taken  sick  and  had  '»4ust  want  to  let  your  friends  to  be  left  behind  for an  operation.  Orleans,  receiving  necessary• —  laiow how  you're getting along,  Then  when  we  hit  Capetown  an­ care and  treatment to put him  "I  don't  know  that  I  could  have  fer.  Aboard  the  ship  Amaral  at­ survived.  She  did  a  lot  for  me  tended  to  the  patient  and  a  con­ drop  a  few  lines  to  the  LOG.  other  man  was  taken  off  for  an  back  on  his  feet.  and  I'll  never forget  it."  stant  stream  of  visitors to  the sick  Don't  worry  too  much  about  operation.  By  this  time  the  crew  Crew  Contributed  literary  style.  We'll  patch  it  nicknamed  the  Robin  Hood  the  As a result of  his accident, Lopez  He  also  had  high  praise  for  the  bay  helped keep  up  his spirits.  up  if  it  needs  patching.  And  "Hospital  Ship,"  because  someone  suffered  internal  injuries and  had  doctors  and  staff  of  the  hospital  "Now that  I'm going  to  be­ in the  of  course,  photos  illustrating  was  always  In  the  sack  sick,  or  to be  taken  to a  shoreside  hospital  as. well as for Captain  Morgan  who  marine  hospital  in  New  Orleans  did everything possible for him.  for a  while," Lopez  said, "it's good  the  incidents  you  describe  someone  just  got  hurt.  in  Santos  and  left  behind.  The  Transfer  Arranged  to  know  that  the­  SIU  Will  take'  make  them  more  interesting  After  leaving  Capetown  for Bos­ crew  of  the  Del  Norte  gave  him  When  the  time  came  to  transfer  care  of  me.  That  $15  every  week  for  the  readers.  ton  we  still  had  the  jinx  with  us  $50  from  the  ship's  fund,  the  Lopez back  to the ship for tlxe  long  will  be a  big  help and  having our  Send  your  stuff  to  the  LOG  because  a  few  days  out  our  star­ usual amount given  to aU members  home.  Seafarer  Tony  organization right  behind  you  is n  at  675  Fourth  Avenue,  Brook­ board  boiler  sprung  a  few  leaks.  of  this  crew  who  have  to  be  left  voyage  Amaral,  who  speaks  Portuguese  comfort  in  itself."  lyn,  NY.  If  you  want  any­ We  had  to  shut  her  down  and  behind  in  a  foreign  port.  fluently  helped  arrange  the  trans­ "Salty"  Dick  thing retiurned  after we  use it,  work  on  it  days  to  complete  Meanwhile,  his sister, Mrs.  Cho­ we'll do  that  too.  repairs.  pin,  who  is  a  stewardess  aboard  Now  we're  sailing  along  with  the  Norte  made  arrangements  through  Captain  Morgan, the  Mis­ sissippi  Company  port  captain  in  Santos,  to  have­  him  taken  home  The  LOG  opens  this  column  as  a*  exchange  for  stewards,  couica.  on  the  next  trip.  bakers and  others who'd  like to  share  favored  food  recipes, little­ftnoum  Visited  In  Hosidtal  cooking  and  baking  hints,  dishes  with  a  national  flavor  and  the­ like,  While  Lopez  was  in  the  hos­ suitable  for  shipboard  and/o^  home, use.  Here  are  some  general  ideas  pital,  Mrs.  Mike  Ducusin,  wife  pf  on  soups  from  Chief  Steward  Joseph  Malone.  one  of  the  Norte's  crewmembers  Although  summer,  and  particu­ and  a  pot  full  of  stock  in  the  gal­ and  a  native  of  Brazil  visited  him  larly  the  hot  weather  it  brings  ley.  "Any  cook  who  thinks  he  can  regularly  at  the  hospital  and  saw  with  it,  is  over  for  most  folks,  make  soup  in  15  minutes  can  go  to  it  that  he  Was  taken  care  of.  Seafarers find  it  following  them  back  to  peggin'  shoes  or  selling  Lopez  was  very  grateful  for  the  around  the  globe  all  the  year  shoelaces,"  Malone  says,  "becausa  assistance  he  received.  "If  it  round,  as  they  travel  from  one  it  can't  be  done."  AfiBHodom  wasn't  for  Mrs.  Ducusin."  he  said.  tropic  country  to  another.  Vegetable  soup,  he's  found,  is  fORBlBOri\/B  You  can  take  the  word  of  Chief  the  all­round  favorite  when  it  Steward  Joseph  Malone,  an  old­ comes  to  soups,  and  when  you  fOStSINlHB  timer  with  about,_  have  a  good  rich  stock  available,  SIUAIIANTIC  40  years'  sea­ it's  never  a  problem  to  make  it.  t^GOUFDOflset:  time  behind  With  consomme  you  use  the  him  that  there's  same  stock,  except  that  you  strain  nothipg  that  it  through  a  cloth  bag  to  make  it  comes  in  handier  clear.  Malone  has  found  that  egg­ when  .the  mer­ shells  come  in  handy  to  get  a  lidANStM  cury  is  climbing  clear  consomme,  the  same  as  they  than  a  good  do  when/  you  drop  them  into  a  soup.  Many  times  pot  of  coffee  to  make  the  grounds  you  never  have  Malone  settle.  #  to  serve  any­ And  while  you're  at  it,  take  4­5  thdng  else,  because  a  tasty,  nour­ eggs and  mix up a  large hard  ome­ ishing  soup  has  enough  in  it  to  let.  (Give  it  an  extra  turn  on  the  stand  alone  and  satisfy  any  appe­ stove  and  it'll  get  hard  soon  tite,  especially^ in  hot  weather.  enough.)  Then  shoestring  the  Nd  Excuses  omelet  like  noodles,  and  you  can  Injured Seafarer  Ernest Lopez  He  noted,  too  that  there's  abso­ serve  it  in  your  consomme  in­ is comforted by his sister, Mrs.  liitely  no  mccuse  aboard  ship  for  stead  of  those  same  noodles  all  not  having  good soup all  the  time,  the time.  You wind up with  "Con­ Chopin,  a  Del  Norte  steward­ as  there's  always  plenty  of. Iwnes  somme A  La RoyaL"  Shipmates Aid Stricken Brether  ^ on "iouRmmisoni  HoMHAnom  QUALmOKM  cMHcmmB  imSEU^BOR,  amce,  iHftOWINFORTHEPOSriNWHlCM'lOU  HWL vex; CM vEsrsEMB youR  m/mwNscm. ccr.is  '­il"; .T'  �FdOar.  8«»tMiAcr  ll, ItSS  SeabeemPraise  Merchant MaHne  Pace  Twenty­ ^^S^^EAPARERS  LOG  Sea Cloud SaUs  InRustCioud  LETTERS'  To  the  Editor:  Seafarer he should stay  aboard  the  The SEAFARERS  LOG  is always  ship  anyway.  read  from  stem  to  stern, by  the  Faid  Off  memhers  of  the  86th  Naval  Con­ When I  signed  oft under  mutual  struction  Battalion  Association,  consent, 1 had to pay  my  transpor­ the  **Seabees."  It  is  really  a  very  tation  back,  and  lost  out  all  the  interesting  paper  and  it  does  your  way  arotmd.  I  guess  I  made  an­ members  justice.  other mistake by not contacting the  Everyone  who  served  in  our  Union  as soon  as  I  got  back,  but  armed  forces  fully  realized  how  instead,  I  waited too  long.  well  the  merchant  marine  did  So,  if  any  Seafarer  gets  injured  their  duty.  In  a  recent  issue  of  aboard  a  ship,  make  darned  sure  the  LOG,  ft  states  that  there  are  that you  have  the  captain  make  a  some  copies  of  the  "Seafarers  in  record ^ it, and if  yon run into any  World  War  II"  available.  I  know  trouble like  that  in a  foreign  port,  that  this  illustrated  booklet  is  and the skipper or agent won't hos­ something  worth  having.  If  it's  pitalize  yoh, then  stay  on  the  ship  possible  to  have  this  booklet  I  and  don't  dgn  off  under  mutual  would  appreciate  your  kindness hi  consent.  sending  me  a  copy.  E.  T. "Humphrey"  O'Mara  Thanking  you  in  advance  and  wishing  your  organization  every  TB Victim Hails  success.  W.  J.  Sheeran  StU  AidToMen  Commander  To the  Editor:  (Ed. Note:  A  copy  of  the  booki  I am  a  patient here  at  the  Man­ let  has  gone, out 4n  the  mails.)  hattan  Beach  TB  Hospital,  Brook­ if  lyn,  NY,  and  I  would  like  to  ex­ press  my  sincere  appreciation  for  Union Thanked  the  wonderful  benefits  of  the  SIU.  When  I first learned  that  I had  TB  For Hospital  Aid  and  would  be  hospitalized  for  18  To  the  Editor:  months  or  more,  I  was  completely  While I have  been drydocked  for  bewildered.  the last  two months  at  the  USPHS  A  few. days  after  I  arrived  here,  Hospital  in  Stat­ Bruno,  who  was  the  hospital  dele­ en  Island,  I  have  gate,  came  around  to  see  me  and  had time  to think  brought  me a  copy  of  the  latest  is­ of  how  far  the  sue  of  the  LOG.  He  took  my  rec­ SIU  has  jone.  I  ord  and  told  me  I  would  get  my  want  to  take  this  checks. soon.  I  caimot  emphasize  opportunity  o  f  enough  how  much  easier  my  hos­ offering  my  sin­ pitalizatioh  has  been  with  the  cere  congratula­ knowledge  that  the  Union  has  not  tions  and  thanks  forgotten me or  any of  us here  and  to  the  member­ that I  would have  no financial wor­ Litardi  ship  and  officials  ries.  for  their  successful fights  to  im­ Visits  Welcome  prove  labor  conditions  and  bene­ Another "shot  in  the  arm"  was  fits  for  us.  when  Walter  Siekmann  started  Ais  As  a  recipient  of  the  weekly  weekly  visits to the  hospital. There  hospital  benefit,  I'm  now  in  a  po­ are  many  of  us here  who  have  no  sition  to  appreciate­  from first­ family,  and  few  or  no  friends  hand  experience  what  it  means.  around  New  York.  His  visits  to  . For hospitalized seamen, this  bene­ the hospital  have been, at  least for  fit  is  of  great  help.  me,  a  wonderful  tonic.  The  genu­ At  the  present,  Fin  on  my  way  ine interest shown  in our  problems  to  recovery  from  a  thyroidectomy^  and  in keeping  us informed  on the  and  if  everything  goes  off  on  Union  doings  has  been  of  great  schedule,  I  hope  to  be  back  in  help  to  me,  and  I  believe,  the  circulation  in  a  very  short  time.  others here.  Again  my  many  thanks  to  Paul  In concluding  it Is my  belief  that  Hail and  all  the  brothers at  Head­ the  SIU  with  its  ever­growing  hu­ quarters  for  what  they  are  doing  mane  Welfare  Plan  and  its  far­ for us, and hoping to ship out again  sighted  leaders  cannot  h^lp  but  soon.  produce  better seamen.for a  great­ Ticter N.  Litaidl  er  Brotherhood  of  the  Sea.  it  if  John  R.  Murdoch  L  i  ii  He Sure To Have  The  news  to  the  membership  out  on a  trip like  this one  steadies  the  Money Exchanye  mind  and  helps  all  hands  cooper­ ate.  Knowing  the  score  now  is  Rates Listed  terrific  and  the  Army  and  Navy  The  following  is  the  latest  are  interested  in  the  SIU  and  the  available  listing of  official  ex­ vast  improvements  for  civilian  la­ change  rates  for  foreign  cur­ bor.  When  a  GI  pins  us  down  we  rencies.  Listings  are  as  of  steam  up for  the  SIU's new  mater­ September  17,  1952,  and  are  nity  benefit,  the  welfare  fund  and  subject  to  change  without  n<y­ insurance, etc.  tice.  Shipboard  meetings  are  held  EngUnd.  New  Zeawma, tontb  A2rtca:  once  a  month,  on  the  shuttle,  and  (2.80  per  pound  sterling.  the  ship  is  to be  scrubbed  up  and  AustralUu  82.24  per  pound  sterling.  Belgium:  SO  ­francs  to  the  deUar.  painted  for  the  payoff.  Denmark:  14.4S  cents  per  krone.  All the best  regards to  our hard­ France:  350  francs  to  the  dollar.  Holland:  3.80  guUdera  to  the  dollar.  working  negotiating  team  and  the  lUly:  623  Ure  to  the  dollar.  patrolmen  who  watch  over  us.  Norway:  14 cents  per krone.  Portugal:  28.75  escudos  to  the  dollar.  Just  a note  of  appreciation  for  a  Sweden:  19.33  cents  per  krone.  job  v/ell  done  under  rough  cir­ Inflia:  21  cents  per  rupee.  Pakistan:  30.2  cents  per  rupee.  cumstances to Paul L.  Whitlow, our  Argentina:  14.2  pesos to  the  doUar.  ship's  delegate.  Lotions  of  thanks  BrazU;  5.4  cents  per  cruzeiro.  Uruguay:  52.63  cents  per  peso.  for  his  endeavors.  Venezuela:  29.85  cents  per  bolivar.  James  B.  Elliott  if  it  it  McHenry Coming  Houston Is Up  Home From East  The Road Apiece  To  the  Editor:  '  To  the  Editor:  On  this  unusual  relic  misnamed  a  ship,  the  Sea  Cloud,  leather  bot­ toms  should  be  provided  for  crew­ members'  pants as  to  sit anywhere  means coal  dust or ore  dust on  the  pants.  As  for  the  food  shortage,  the  crew  has  not  lost  hope,  as  a  mul­ titude  of  rather  thin  giUs  have  been  with  us for  several  days  and  there's  always  a  chance  of  catch­ ing  a  couple.  What  the gulls are  living on  is a  mystery  a9> garbage  is  a  rarity  on  this  ship.  Anyhow,  Rickenbacker  once  ate  a  gull.  Maybe  we  will  have  to do  the same  before  Frisco.  Captain  Bligh  had  nothing  on  our  skipper.  We  don't  believe  he  knows  what  a  patent  log  is.  We  think  once  he' hears  the  word  ^  "log"  he  considers  it  means  only  two  for  one  or  four  for  one  and  so  on.  We  know  the  SIU  will  give  this  wreck  a  good  going  over  before  the  next  crew  takes  her  out.  J. H.  Smith  if  it  it  To  the  Editor:  Many of  the men  who  were  here  Asks Uniform  at  the  Todd  Shipyard  in  Houston  will  surely  sympathize  with  the  Weekend Pay  crew  of  the  Winter  Hill.  Houston  To  the  Editor:  Yards?  What  a  joke.  Houston  is  I  have  been  a  passenger  utility  some  20  odd  miles away from here.  for  one  and  a  half  years.  When  The  closest  town.  Green  Bayou,  is  the  passengers  get  off  I  lose  the  more  than  four  miles  and  there  is  weekend  pay  on  some  ships  and  nothing  of  interest  there.  other  ships  pay  for the  weekend.  It's  a  half  hour  bus  trip  from  I would  like to  have it  made uni­ Green  Bayou  to  Houston,  that's  if  form  for  all  ships  to  pay  the  pas­ you  catch  the  bus  on  time.  Miss  senger  utility  for  weekends  when  one  and  you  wait  an  hour  and  a  the  passengers  get  off,  since  the  half.  passenger  utility  makes  less  over­ Borrow  Car  time  than  any  other  man  on  the  Fortunately,  this  crew  was  able  ship.  to  obtain  the  use  of  an  automobile  Oliver  Servis  to carry  them  four or  five miles to  it  it  it  Green  Bayou.  The  car  was  loaned  to us  by one  of ­the  shipyard  work­ Thanks Friends  ers  whom  we  thank  sincerely.  For Their Aid  There  is  no  6us  service  to  town  To the  Editor:  frcttn  the  yards  so  the  use  of  the  Words cannot  express  my  thanks  car  was  a  big  help,  what  with  cab  kindness and help extended^  fare  a  buck  and  a  half  one  way.  for the  to  me  I  was  on  the  beach  Theodore  Gradjelick  and had while  to go home to my mother's  4"  •   t  if  funeral.  I  want  to  thank  my  ship­ mates  and  brother members  of  the  Liberty Flagmen  SIU  especially  my  friends  at  Beu­ At Rat in Japan  lah's  Bar  in  Baltimore,  for  they  are  truly  a  seaman's  friends.  To  the  Editor:  Floyd (Butch)  Hillier  ­ In  our  last  meeting  aboard  the  Liberty  Flag  (Dover)  it  Whs finally  it  it  it  decided to use some of  ship's funds  to get  some  soft  ball  equipment  to  Brings Mistake  play ball  on docks and  use up some  To Our Attention  of  the  shore  leave  not  granted  in  the  Editors:  Korea.  The  crew  deemed  it  wise  To In  the  September  5,  1952  issue  to  buy  something  to  while  away  of  The  the  picture  you  ran  the time,  and some  of  the boys  are  with  the LOG,  article,  "Sub  Plays  Nasty  •  Grateiwd  For  good.  Altogether,  we  bought  three  Mn$ury  Heeorded  Trick  on  the  Edith,"  is  not  the  bats,  four  gloves  and  three  balls.  Andy  Uniop Service  T« the  Editon  who  deserves  the  We  were  allowed  to  go  swim­ credit. Anderson  You  can  correct  this  and  I ran  into a  little  trouble  on  my  To  the Editor:  ming  until  one  of  the  officers  re­ last  trip,  which  probably  cost  me  1 am  very  grateful  for  receiving  Korean  mountaiiu  frame  ported  to  the  captain  that  a  giant  also  make  sports fishermen  drool  quite­a  bit  of  dough,  and  I'd  like  my  vacation  check  which  was  Seafarers  GonzaleSi  FWT;  and  ray fish  was  swimming  near  the  by  printing  tho  enclosed  picture  of  Andy  with  a  recent  catch.  The  to  warn  other  Seafarers  against  brought up  to me at  the Staten Isl­ Paul  Whitlow,  AB  and*  ship's  ship.  Swimming  was  convenient  making  the  same  mistake  that  I  and  Hospital  by  the  patrolman.  It  delegate,  on  James  McHenry.  because most of  the time  we are at  fish  is  a  king  mackerel  and  is  «n  honor  to  belong  to  the  SIU  weighed  43  pounds.  did.  anchor  discharging  cargoes.  when  they  do  so  much  for  their  Louis S.  Rise.  With  the  master  waging  a  psy­ I  was  an  oiler  aboard  the  Sea­ Cargo  Moved  magic  (Colonial)  when  I  hurt  my  members.  I  am  getting along fine  chological  war  against  the  crew  leg a couple  of  days out  of St. Vin­ in the  hospital and  am looking for­ (officers  exempt  a  little)  anything  We  are  having  some  tough  luck  that'hasn't  happened  yet  certainly  as  the  winches  have  never  been  cent  in  the  Cape  Verdi  Islands.  I  ward  to  getting ­out.  Carroll Harper  can  happen  aboard  our  bucket.  used  for  general  cargo  on  orders  didn't  bother  to  have  a  report  of  from the chief.  No one  knew  what  Captain's  'Bargains'  the  accident  recorded  by  the  cap­ With  the  chow  things have  been  they  would  do,  but  the  deck  engi­ fain,  and  that's  where  I. made  my  New^  E dition  rough.  There were  1,200 pounds of  neer  kept  the  cargo  moving  with  mistake.  If  any  Seafarer  gets hurt  meat condemned in Pusan  by naval  only minor repairs and hot rods.  on the  Job,  he should  make sure z|  inspectors  on  the  request  of  the  Everyone  is  doing  his  job  well.  record  is  made.  It  only  takes  a  crew.  The  captain  has  to  bargain  In  our  spare  hours  we  have  some  couple  of  minutes,  and  it  can  save  for  low  cost,  low  grade  meats  you  hot  games  of  checkers,  chess  and  you a  lot of  grief  later.  see.  He  is  a  terror  on  butchering  pinochle.  Went to Hospital  Wonderful  Benefits  food  requisitions  and  carrying  ill  We  left  St: Vincent  and  the  leg  crewmembers  to  the  hospitals  via  In  all  of  my  sailing  days,  never  kept getting worse  ail  the  time.  It  a  "base, on  balls"  (no  transporta­ have  I  heard  of  a  paid  vacation,  got so bad  that I just couldn't work  tion  if  it  can  be  withheld),  and  a  maternity  benefit,  oiur  future  or get around, and so when  we got  card  at  explaining  and  buckpass­ planned  hotel  and  acceptance  of  into Cardon,  Venezuela,  about  two  ing  to  the  crew  while  facing  the  suggestions  from  crews  for  a  bet­ weeks  later,. I  went  to  the  captain  wrath  of  American  consular  offi­ ter  working  contract,  to name  just  sad he  sent me  to a  hospital.  The  a  few  of  the  woniderful  benefits.  doctor couldn't speak EngHsh,  how­^  cials.  .  I'll  sign  off  on  the  beefs  and  Since I  am familiar  with the  crimp  ever,  and  I  couldn't  make  him  know  they  shall  be  squared  away  and  boarding  house  shipping  days,  understand what  was  wrong.  justly  at the  payoff.  What a  happy  it is  such  a  big thing that has  hap­ So, the agent there said  I was fit  pened  to  our  industry  that  it  is  for duty and would have to keep on  dayl  Andjr  Anderson,  of  the  Edith  breath­taking  to  us  oldtimers.  Union  News  Helps  working.  I  couldn't  do  that,  so  I  made my second mistake by sighing  NY  Mirror's  Brooklyn  col­ '  We  have  received  all  LOGs  and  Hoping  that  the  SIU  continues  (Bull' Line),  shown  with  hi*  most  recent  eonquest,  a  giant  off  under mutual  consent.  If  any*  umnist  Eddie'  Zeltner  proudly  communications,  which  alllbes to  its first­class  work.  maekerel.  Stanley  J. Sadth  show our Union is tops 4HI benefits.  thing like thij^ happens  to another  dinidlmi  newly­ar^ved  son.  M  At  this  writing  our  ship  is  to  take  on  12,000  barrels  of  fuel  oil  at  Sasebo  for  the  return  haul  to  Seattle.  Although  seven  months  of  shuttling on  the Jamgs McHenry  and  with  much  material  to  write  up  a  good  yarn,  yours  truly  does  not  have  enough  time  to  concen­ trate on it due to illness  in the gal­ ley  force.  This  ship  is  slightly  under­ manned  and  Captain  Newman  has  been  tough  on  medical  attention.  Two  men  were injured,  one  suffer­ ing  a  broken  shoulder  and  the  othe^an  ankle.  Later  on,  through  topside  maladministration,  a  num­ ber  of  men  paid  off  ­during  our  shuttles to  and fro about  Korea.  A  replacement  from  Yokohama  blew  his  top  and  had  to  be  constantly  watched,  then  was  hospitalized  in  Pusan.  7­S  �ism^  paw Twenty­tw*  > •  He Okays Prices  MnPortO^CaU  :;,­ft,.;• •    ii'  Ii  rTliiiiiiywwppil^  ff  • ­  '  S  E  AJ^AREKiS  t o G  V  y"''  '  "  t­'  '  •   Friday, Sepfeml>er  19, 1952  X  E  T  TEE  S  Rluestar Sees  Long Japan Stag  To  the  Editor:  To  the  Editor:  wish  to  carry  more  than one  pack­ ther  attention  and  to  collect  com­ I  arrived  in  Antwerp,  Belgium,  The  Bluestar'g  trip  so  far  has  age  it  will  behoove  you  to declare  pensation  for  the  men.  A  list  of  been  running  smoothly  thanks  to  and received the August  22 issue of  them  and  pay  the  duty  on  them,  transportation  and  subsistence  ex­ the  LOG.  To  my surprise  I noticed  penses  has  already  been  drawn  up  the  cooperation  of  Captain  L,  Ber­ which  doesn't  amount  to  much.  To  the  Editor:  where  the  crew  on  this  ship,  the  and  will  be  referred  fo  the  patrol­ ger. Chief  Mate  J.  Cook  and  Chief  After paying the duty,  you will Still  I  have  always  planned  to  write  Gateway City, last trip  went on rec­ Engineer J.  Storrow.  We have  been  be  paying  less  than  if  you  bought  to  the  LOG  but  I'm  not  so  hot  man  at  payoff  for settlement.  ord  at  their  shipboard  meeting  out five  months  now  and  as things  Washing Machine  when  it  comes  to  slinging  a  pen.  I  questioning of the  in  the  States.  The  washing­machine,  which  we  look  it  will  be  twelve  before  re­ prices  in  our  If  you don't  declare all cigarettes  can handle a  paint brush  much bet­ requested  earlier,  was  supplied  at  turning  to  the  States.  We  are  on  Union  bar,  the  and  tobaccos  and  have  the  mate  ter.  I  guess  if  I  didn't  need  in­»  Portland,  Ore.  A  motion  was sec­ the  Japanese­Korean  shuttle  run.  put  same under seal  you  will prob­ formation  I  would  stili  put  it  off.  All  the  crew  wants  to  thank  the  Port  C Cali.  ably  be'fined  and  the ship  will also  Let me add  my name  to  the long  onded  and  carried  at a  recqnt  ship  editor  and  other  people  involved  My  personal  meeting  that  the  delegate  demand  opinion  is  that  be  subject  to  a fine.  They're  get­ list  that  would  rather  sail  with  the  immediate  examination  and  repair  for  seeing  to  it  that  the  company  SIU  than  have  a  full  book  in  any  ting  spunky  again  so  let's  play  it  sent  ail  LOGs  and  other  mail.  We  this  is  one  of  the  of  the  foc'sle  ventilator  system.  At  mosh ridiculous  safe.  Declare  all  contraband  and  other  union.  I  first  sailed  on  an  present,  it  is  working  quite  unsat­ just received  six  back  issues  here  SIU  ship  last  October  on  the  which the  company must  have  been  ^  things  I  ever  lock It  up.  Steelore  (Ore).  Even  on  that  isfactorily.  It  was  also  decided  to  saving  up  for  us.  '  Ship's  delegates  heard  of.  The  bucket  I  found  out  that  therd  was  build  extra  benches  on'the fantail.  Constitution  Proposal  prices  for  beer  Boycr  (Ed.  Note:  The  BR  is  not  sup­ only  one  Union.  Just  look  at  the  Any further attempts of  the master  We  haven't  had  time  to  discuss  while  the  band  posed  to  clean  the  radio  shack,  to  install  a  permanent  system  of  plays  on  are  30  and  35  cents  per  only the  wireless  operator's  foc'sle.  benefits.  That's  all  you  need  to,  Saturday  afternoon  boat  drills  will  the  proposed  revised  constitution  bottle.  Now  that can't  be beat  any­ The  operator  , takes  care  of  the  brother,  just  one  quick  look.  Of  be  referred  to  the  patrolman  at  as  yet,  but  just,  by  reading  it  course,  I  could  list  pages  of  rea­ through it  sounds okay,  and will  be  ^  where  around  the* globe.  shack  himself.)  sons  why  I'm  for  the  SIU,  but  we  payoff.  brought  up  in  our  next  shipboard  I've  visited  several  bars  all  ^ ' Oscar  Kalep  all  know  it's  the  best.  4  4.  4  meeting  for  discussion.  Another  around  New  York  and  the  price  is  Ship's  delegate  Several  Operations  point  we  would  like  to  bring  up  is  never lower than 40 or  50 cents per  Now  for  the  information  I need.  about  these  LSTs  manned  by  Jap­ 4  4  4  bottle.  Furthermore,  some  of  the  I've  been  in  the  Savannah  USPHS  anese  and  Korean  crews.  It's  a  joints haven't  even  got a  juke  box,  hospital  since  May  with  one  ma­ shame  to  see  tHese  ships  come  in  much  less  a  wonderful  band  and  To  the Editor:  jor  operation  and  five  minor  ones.  flying  tlie  Americah flag.  • ingers. (By the  way I  just got back  I  would  like  to  take  a  few  min­ Now  the  question  is,  will  the  com­ Johnny  Gallagher,  the  bosun  on  to  New  York  and  heard  about  the  utes  to  tell  you  that  we really have  pany  doctors  pass me  for  deck  de­ To  the Editor:  this tub,  wishes to send  his regards  new  entertainment,  we're  having,  Painter.  Some  of  the  oldtimers  partment  work?  If  not  will  they  My  wife  and  I  would  very  much  including  Henry  Youngman  and  a  had  a  wonderful  trip  on  the  Alcoa  pass  me  for  some  other  depart­ appreciate  having  the  regular  edi­ to  Ed  Mooney  and  is  looking  for­ swell  show.)  have  made  it  very  pleasant.  We  ment?  Dr.  Kunstling,  the  chief  tions of  the LOG  sent to  our home.  ward  to  seeing  him  soon  at  the.  have  Bubba  Biehl  from  Mobile  as  surgeon here,  says that  I should  be  As I am a fullbook  member  of  SIU  Port  O'Call  bar.  Wake  up  fellows  and  don't  bite  bosun,  Jdhn  Schupstik and Sammie  able  to  do  deck  work  okay  in  an­ and  consequently  away  from  home  Another  question  that  has  come  the hand  that feeds you.  up is this  draft setup.  Is there  any  Percy  Boyer  Mangold,  ABs.  Blackie  Russell  is  other  two  or  three  months.  I've  most  of  the  time,  outlined  way  for  a  deferment,  say  firing  for  Johnnie  Malcam,  oiler.  always  sailed  deck  and  had  my  wife  natural­ 4"  4"  if  you  have  over five  years'  sea  What  a  pair!  A.  C.  (Big  Hutch)  planned  to  sit  for  a  green  ticket  ly  welcomes  and  time  and  a  rating?  Hutchinson,  electrician  and  ship's  this  trip.  I'd  sure  hate  to  register  enjoys the  oppor­ Guess  this  about  covers  every­ delegate  makes  this  a  great  team.  deck  and  after  sweating  out  a  job  tunity  made  pos­ thing  for  the'time  being.  Every­ Willie  Reynolds  says  he  is  getting  find  out  the  only  way  I  could  sible  by  Union  one  is looking  forward  to exchang­ off  this  trip  as  there  is  too  much  ship would  be as  BR  or something.  policy  of  mailing  To  the  Editor:  ing  their  books  and  express  their  rum.  This  hospital  is  tops  for  treat­ the  LOG to  mem­ The  proposed  new  Union  consti­ thanks  for  a  job  well  done,  Keep  tution  states  that  a  Seafarer  shall  A  Georgia  boy,  whom  we  call  ment.  The  doctors  and  nurses  are  bers'  homes,  to  the  LOGs  coming.  be exempt  from  paying Union  dues  Rebel"  Oetgen,  tries  to  out­talk  the best,  but the  steward shdhld  be  keep  us informed  Jack  D.  Anderson  while  he  is  an  in­patient  in  a  hos­ Blackie  Russell  and  almost  does  shot.  I've  never  ate  worse,  even  in  of  all  things  re­ Kreutz  Ship's delegate  lating to the  mar­ the  Army.  pital.  The  crew  of  the  Lone  Jack  sometimes.  The  LOG  is  tops,  keep  up  the  time  industQT.  (Ed. note: There's no hard  and  fast  (Cities  Service)  was  discussing  the  I  see  Bubba  Biehl  out  here  try­ We  both  are  of  the  opinion  that­ rule  on  draft  eremptions  although  constitution  and  it  was  suggested  ing  to  give  John  Rihn  a  bad  time,  good  work.  Terrell  D.  Adams  ia  contents  and  diversity  of  sub­ general  policy  is  to  defer  experi­ that  this  provision  should  be  ex­ but  I  don't  think  he  can.  Oh,  by  ject  matter,  it  is  unexcelled  and  enced ^seamen.  It's  still  up  to  the  tended  to  any  Seafarers  who  can­ the  way,  we  hav^ Pattie  Driscoll  (Ed.  note:  A  USPHS  doctor's  worthy  of  support  by  all  organized  local  draft  board  to  decide.)  not  work  or  ship out  because  he  is  with  us.  His  radio  plays  good.  B^  fit  for  duty"  slip  qualifies  you  to  labor.  We  also  feel  privileged  to  an  out­patient.  4  4  4  cause  of  the  high  spirit  prevailing  ship  deck.)  unqualifiedly  recommend  it  to  our  •  »  In  lots  of  ^stances  an  out­pa­ throughout  the  voyage,  the  entire  4  44  friends,  neighbors  and  acquaint­ tient  might  be  unable  to  ship  for  deck  department  is  staying  for an­ ances.  months  as  in  the  case  of  a  man  other  trip.  Thanking  you  kindly  for  honor­ %vith  a  cast.  Therefore  the  crew  Butch  Wright  •   ing  our  request,  we  join  the  other,  To  the  Editor:  feels  that  the  dues  exemption  4  4  4  Fourteen  months  ago  I  was  ad­ multitude  of  brothers  and  friends  should  continue  until  the  oTit­pa­ To  the  Editor:  mited  to  the  Manhattan  Beach, ^  in  wishing  you  and  your  staff  a  tient  is fit  for'sea  duty.  While  the  Seatiger  (Colonial)  Brooklyn,  hospital  suffering  with  M.  B.  Davis  was  docked  at  Hess  Terminal  in  long  and  continued  success.  tuberculosis.  A  more  depressed  Herbert  R.  Kreutz  Ship's  delegate  Houston, the  ship's plant  was killed  person  than  I  was  at  that  time  To  the  |;ditor:  for  a  day  in  order  to  load  a  cargo  4  4  4  would  be  hard  to  imagine.  To  be  (Ed. note:  The  proposed  consti­ I  would  like  to  take  this  oppor­ of  casing  lead.  No  water,  light  or  told  you  would  be  hospitalized  fof  tution  provides  machinery  where  tunity,  through  the  SEAFARERS  one  or  two  years,  or  even  longer,  in  "additional  circumstances"  the  LOG,  to express  my sincere  thanks  food  were  available  on  the  vessel  is  hard  to  take.  membership  can  vote  a  waiver  of  to  members  of  the  crew  of  the  during  this shut­down  period.  The nearest  restaurant  was three  But  the  interest  the  Union  has  dues.)  Robin  Goodfellow,  voyage  No.  18,  miles  away  and  the  crewmembers  To  the  Editor:  4"  t  4"  for their very  kind remembrance in  were  compelled  to  pay  the  fare  of  Would  you  please  send  me  the  shown in  me, and others  like me,  is  presenting  me  with  a  beautiful  $1.50 each  way  to obtain meals and  LOG.  My  last  ship  was  the  Ber­ something  that  can  only  be  appre­ ciated  by a  person  that  has discov­ briefcase.  return  to  keep  their  watches.  We  tram G,  Goodhue.  After  paying off  ered  someone  is  interested  and  It  certainly  is  most  gratifying  to  learned  that  it  is customary^or  all  from  this  trip' in  June,  1949,  I  cares  what  happens  to  him,  just  know  that  one's  efforts  are so  well  vessels—US  and  foreign,  ^union  spent  four  months  in  thb  Marine  when  his  spirits, are  at  lowest  ebb.  To the  Editor:  appreciated.  and  non­union—^to  furnish  trans­ Hospital  in  Brighton  because  of  That  Secure  Feeling  As  we  all  know,  the  wireless  E.  H.  Callahan  port  when  loading  at  the  terminal.  poor  blood  circulation  in  my  legs.  For one  thing, the hospital  bene­ operator  is  now,,classified  as  an  I  now  have  a  retiring  card  and  Purser  We  intend  to  give  this  matter  fur­ officer  and  the  bedroom  steward  have been  in the Commonwealth  of  fits  paid  to us  each  week  gives one  will  clean  and  maintain  his  quar­ Massachusetts  Soldiers'  Home  at  a  feeling  of  security.  You  know  ters.  It  is  generally  agreed among  Chelsea  since  December  23,  1949.  that  each  week  you  will  have  crewmembers  on  the  Margaret  1  started  going  to  sea  in  1912  money  for  smokes  and  little  luxu­ Brown  (Bloomfield)  that  the  word  and  was a  member  of  the  old  ISU.  ries  to  supplement  the  hospital  "quarters"  does  not  include  the  I  was  in  the  Army  for  two  years  fare.  There  are  many  things a  guy  radio  shack,  for  if  it  did,  the  BR  from  1917­19;  After  the  war,  I  needs  that  are  not  furnished  by  .  would  be  obliged  to  clean  and  went  back  to sea  again.  I  have  be­ the  hospital.  After  many  months  in  here  you  maintain  the  engineer's  workshop  longed  to  SIU  since  August  16,  (machine  shop).  On  some  ships,  1941.  Thanking  yqp  and  the  SIU  are  allowed  a  pass  for  a  day  or  two.  Without  the  benefit  payments  persons  other  than  the  master  and  for  everything.  from  tiie  Union,  many  of  us  would  wireless  operator  are  forbidden  to  William.  J.  Sullivan  enter  the  radio  shack  at  any  time.  (Ed.  note:  The  LOG'S  on  its  be  unable  to  plan  on  such  a  holi­ day.  A  show,  a  good  meal,  and  a  ^  Please clarify  the meaning of  the  way.)  couple  of  drinks  is  something  to  word  "quarters"  as  applied  to  the  4  4  4  look  forward  to  after  several  wireless  operator.  months  in a  hospit^af  bed.  Customs  Tough  And  you  know,  your  Union  Another  thing  we  ran  across  is  hasn't forgotten  guys like  me when  To the  Editor:  customs problems  in Germany.  All  the Union representative  makes his  Just  a  little'  adyice  to  future  weekly  visit.  Jle­is never  to"  bvsy  oldtimers will recall  how tough  the  crewmembers  of  ships  stopping  at  to give  a guy a  cheerful  word.  And  German  customs  officers  were  be­ Beirut, Lebanon.  Steer clear of  any  he keeps us informed of  the various  fore  the  war.  Well  brothers,  they  women  who come  aboard asking  to  Union  activities  and  shipping  in  are  gittin' back  in  the grove  again.  Two  of  our  crewmembers  while  in  Coolest  man  at  the  last  shipboard  meeting  of  the  Alcoa  Roamer  do  your  laundry.  general.  Important  to  me,  and  to  The Steel Scientist stopped  there  all  of  us here,' is  the fact  that he's  the  port  of  Nordenham  were fined  was  Slim  Hodkins,  shown  (upper  right)  with  his  head  stuck  right  $40 and  $15  each, the first  for tak­ in the porthole and  a fan blowing full on him.  Other crewmembers  recently  and  two  women  came  on  anxious  to  aid  us  in  any  way  pos­ the  ship,  collected  quite  a  bit  of  sible.  ing  eight,  the  second  for. taking  (L­R) were:  (seated), D. Mack,  utility; S,  Ayler, MM; J.  King, bosun;  four packages  of  cigarettes ashore,  C.  Movoudis,  oiler;  O.  Thompson,  BR;  R.  Muyvantsson,  AB;  A.  laundry  and  disappeared.  They  So  I'm  no  longer  depressed,  for  never  returned  with  it.  rr  We'd advise  any  Seafarers going  Ohison,  AB; N.  Krumm, FWT;  (standing), J.  Houston,  MM;  O.  Vas­ I  know  that  I am  a  member  of  a  ashore to have  only one package  of  quez,  wiper;  R.  Buckley,  OS;  J. Sutcliffe,  DM;  J.  Griggen's,  OS;  T,  •   R. Hunt  '  Union  that  looks  out  for  its  own..  cigarettes  on  their  person.  If  you  Kenny, AB; F. Sanchez wiper.  Photo by  jQseph J. McAndrew, DM.  Ship's  dekgate  RobMiE.  Man in Hospital  Requests inio  AWs Fine On  Alcoa Pointer  Husband^ Wife  Agree On LOG  Crew Suggests  Rules Change  SiiJ  Hospital  Aid  Keeps Up Spirit  Seek Fare^  Meal  Pag Settlement  Purser Thanhs  Crew For Gift  SiiJ Veteran in  Rag State Home  Watch Out For  German Customs  Making The Most Of Cool Air  Watch Out For  Ggp Washwomen  '1  �SMMFattens  X.ins  99, tm  TwnSy­jOic*  MTD  Convenfion  Maps '52  Drive  utive  secretary.  They rfso  chose  (Continued  from .page  3)  SlU  iput  it,  the  vastly  inferior  John McDonald, a vice­presideiit of  wages,  hours  and  working  condi­ the  International  Union  of  Operat­ tions  on  these  ships  are  a  direct  ing ^Engineers from the West Coast,  threat  to  the conditions  prevailing  as  vice­president  of  the  MTD,  and  three  trustees;  Captain  C.  T.  At­ oil  US­flag  shipping.  Consequently  the  convention  kins  of  the  MM&P,  Morris  Weis­ went  on  record  for  the  MTU  and  berger,  SIU  vice­president;  .and  AFL  to take  all  necessary  steps  to  Patrick  J.  Connelly,  executive  combat  this  influx  of  foreign­flag  vice­president  of  the  ILA.  ships on the Lakes.  The resolution  was amended  from the floor  to add  an  additional  proviso  that  in  the  event these steps failed,  a  meeting  should  be  held  with  the  Interna­ tional  Transportworkers  Federa  tion,  with  a  view  toward  taking  economic action against these ships.  Lakes  Organizing  Delegates  also  discussed  the  need for  a  stranger organizing  e^  fort  among  Great  Lakes  seamei  ilii  and  sboreside  workers.  In  thi^  connection,  it  was  pointed  out  that  the  National  Maritime  Union  had  TVTD  ofithe JUOG  qntrtes ifaat  mmn  prizes  in^the JiSbor  Bress  eonte^ are  shown  above.  At  left  is the  abandoned  efforts  to  organize  the  fropt.we ­orthe'Nov. 3P,  1951 Issue; at ritfht,  the story on  port'security,  March  7,  1952.  ore­carrying fleets  and  had  turned  over  their  jurisdiction  to  the  CIO  United  Steelworkers  Union.  The  Steel workers,  ­well  represented  in  the  mills and ore  mines,  are  mak­ ing  a  determined  effort  to . take  the  editorial  staff,  and  the  labor  effective  for  this edition and  occa­ over  the freshwater fleets,  with the  (Oontinued  JEcom  page  3)  port  it  needed  to  become  a .finst  press, 'are  to  be  coi^gretulated. on.  ^on.y  long­sun intention  of  turning  them  class  newspaper.  With  their  help  this  and  other  entries.'"  The  second  prize  for  "Best  Fea­ back  to the NMU.  ^and continued interest  in the  LOQ,  The  LOG  won  the tfirst  prize;  ture  Article"  went  to the  LOG  for  Consequently,  plans  were  made  Frank  Diaz, president ­of  the  • we hope  to  he  able  to  keep  up  for  "Best  Front  Pffge,  news  for­ its  port  security  expose  in  thi  to  assist  the 'SIU  Gwat  Lakes  Dis^  Cigarmabers Union  ot  Tampa,  the  same  high  level  'of  per­'  mat,"  .for  its  issues  .of  Nov.  3q,  March  7,  1952  issue,  "which," sai ifl  trict,  the  ILA  and  other  unions  in  Florida,  and  long  a  staunch  .formance."  1951,  and  Feb.  «,  March  7,  March  the  judges,  "represents  respuroe­ their  organizing  efforts  among  friend  of  Seafarers, addressed  the  Sept.  10  membership  The'"DeneEal Editorial ExcEllence"  21, and  Apsll 18.:l9ff2.  The  jiulges  lulness  in  gathering  information  Great  Lakes  nvoritime  woikers.  'CategoiQr,  the ELPA'aanounced, was;  said,  "These  froilt  pages 'are  ex­ • and oraftsmanahip  in  psesentatioh  Delegates  reelected  Joseph  "P.  meeting  during his  New  York  "the  most  important  award,  cov­'  cellent  examples  of  tabloid  news­ of  sound  commentary  on  a  vital  Ryan,  JLA  president,  as  president  visit.  In  the 1940 general strike  of  the  MTD,  and  Gardner  as  exec­ the  Tampa  cigarworkers  tum­ ering  general  ioumalistic  meriit  paper  style,  With  extensive  use otf:  and  timely  subject"  >  ed  out  J>y  the  thousands  to  <and  is  to  be  Judgeod  in:  quality nf.  large  illustrations  and  brief,  large'  help  the "SIU fight  an  attempt  writing,  general  'presentation  of  type  heads.  The  issue  of  Nov.  SQ,  to  (break  our rtrike  an  the  material, Jralance  of  subjects.used,  with  the  dedication  of  the  new  Tampa  • waterfront.  headings,  <symineti7  «f  make­ifp,  headquarters  of  the Geafarers  In­ use  of  art  and  pictures, readability  ternational  Union,  is  especially  of  type  and ^general  arrangement  content,  reader  appeal—wisual,  editorial,  inspirational  and  educa­ tional."  (The  judges  'in  their  report  en  ­the  ^General  Editorial  Excellence",  category­said of  the LOG,"This e«­ eellent .publication 'scored .mot  Jess  than ­QO  points  in  any  one  of  the  .seven  categories  Jjy  vdiich dt  was  judged,  and  scored  100  points  in  foWr  of  these.  The  jiMges  think;  Now  ¥ork's  famous  channdl  landmark,  ­the  Ambrose  .lightship  (Ckintinued from  page .2)  patsolman  handled  ­the  port  pre­ will ­'be  moved to PorCland, rMainc,  viously.  and  replaced  by  a  newer,  marie  HQ  Force  Increased  modern  ship  sometime .around .Ov­ The  force  of  patrolmen  in  New  tdber 15.  The  old ahip 'Will  be re­ York  headquarters  will  be  in­ named  the 'Portland .­while  on  hesr­ creased  with  three  patrolmen  to  new  station.  ;  be  elected  in  each  department  as  The  new  lightship  was  commis­ Avdll  as  six  joint  patrolmen.  Six  assistant  secretary­treasurer  posts  sioned  in "Baltimore  last  week sit  will  be  on  the  ballot,  eliminating  the  Coast  Guard  yard in that  city.  One  of  'the  leading iigures  in  the old 'Classification  of  headquar­ Congressional  inquiry  into  some,  It  will 4eave for New  York  the end  ters representative.  intricate  surplus  ­ship  deals  indi­ of  this month,  it is  the second of  Qualifications For Office  its  type,  a  steel  hull  vessel  of  54p  cated  on <her  return  from  Eurppq  tons  and  128  feet  In  length.  (Thq  Any member'of  the  Union desir­ ing  to  run  for .­one .of  the  elective  'this  week  that  it "would  probably  first  ship  is  now  serving  in  Sah  offices  can  nominate  himself  by  Francisco  Bay  and  dthers  will  be  a)e  just  ­as  cheap  to  biifld  ship?  sending  a  letter  to  headquarters  built  to modernize  the entire  lightr  • diere  in  the  US :as  in  IJuropean  signifying his  intentions.  With this  ship  service.  .­yards.  letter  he  must  include  his  qualifi­ New  Radar  Mrs.  Olga  Kpnow,  who acquired  cations  for  office.  As  specified  in  Compared  to  the  Old  lightship!,  the constitution, ­they ­are:  the  nickname  "Oilbdtat  Olga"  Jre­ v4iidh  was  built  in  1826  in iBadi,  The  candidate  must  he  a  US  caufle "Of.her particii»ation in a ^h}p  Maine,  the  new  ship features  imf  citizen.  • ansale  transaction  involving  sur­ proved  living  quarten  ­and  im'  He  must  have  full  book  mem­ a»Iws  tankers,  reported  that  she  proved  navigational  etfds  including  bership  in  the  SIU  for a  minimum  raymark.  This  is  a  raHar  system  liad  Ween ­tryipg  to  arrange for  the  of  two  years.  constrwction  tof  a "SOiOOO­gross­ton  which  identifies  objects  at  a  disi­ He  must  have  three  or  more  tapker  in  Eqgland  hut  now  she  tance^in  addition  to picking  them  years'  actual  sea  time  aboard  ship  wasn't "so  certain  that  w.e  couldn't  up  on  a  radar  screen.  in  any  unlicensed  capacity,  imur  The  shipis light  was developed ii^  »do iBEs  wdll  heite.*'  months  of  which  must  be  in  the  Commenting  on  «a  four­month  England  and is.supposed  to  be  of  current  year.  Service  as  Unicm  a£>  'd)U!&nes6 'trip  to 'Eui:tv>e,  she  said  extra ;high  intensity,  more  poweri­ ficial  'in  the  icurrent* year  It  iske^ had  found  European ­shipyards  ful  than  any light mow  existing in  equivalent  of  this  last  require­ ^overcrowded Wvith ­tOnstruction and  the  US.  31  would  probably  .he  faced  with  «  While  eittii^  out tiie  long  pe«­ 'Her  cnimpled  bow  pointed  skyward <a6­if  4n ­one­ last  despairing  ment  r'm  Each  candidate  is  .required  to  long  wait .ff  she  placed jiny  orders'  rlods  at sea,  the crew  of  the  Am^  gesture,  .the  danadian  Pacific  passenger  liner  Princess  Kathleen  for  ships  there.  '%e  hinted  that  brose "will  Uiave  the  aomforts  of  slides to the  bottom  of  the sea  g few miles  oH  the port  of  Juneau,  send  in  a  recent  regulation­sizo  the  notoriety  given  her  for  Jrei­ televi^on,  land  more  anddetn  ne­ pSssport  photo  of  himself  in ^  Alaska.  The  ship  ran  aground  on  a  reef  at  Lena  Point,  Alaska  part  in  the  complex  ship  dealfe  faigeration  facilities  lendfcjing  the  'leaving ':300  passengers arid a crew  of  115  to  be rescued  from  the  dition  to  a  statement  summaridiBg  fldidri't help  her  business,  '»but  It  ship to  stock  «  gireider Wariety  3>f  stranded ship.  iA few hours after  the ship ran  aground, rising tijdes  his  union  record te  100  words, ot  ..certainly  didnJt^hurt 4t."  fbod.  less.  lifted her off  the rocks and  sent  her to the  bottom.  1  Friendly  Greetings  a  Seafarers Li$ Cops  3  News  Awards  Dawn  To  Davy  Jones  New  Amhrose  lil^tship  Set  For  NY  Port  'OHboat  01^'  Hnds  Europe  Yards  Cos%  Nominating  Opens For  49 Offices  �m  ... DIGEST of SHIPSVMEETINGS ...  IBBRVILLI  (W«Urm«n),  July  SO—  patrolman.  Ship  is  one  man  short  on  Chalrmin,  R.  Martini;  Saeratary,  A.  Sav­ the  return  trip.  If  the  two  toilets  cannot  be  repaired  at  sea  they  will  be  put  on  the  repair  list.  Fans  have  been  ordered  as  well  as  wind  chutes.  Washing  ma­ chine  will be  replaced  if  it  is out  of  order  on  arrival.  Lockers  have  not  been  re­ paired  for  three  trips.  If. this is  not  done  this  time,  it  will  be  reported  to  the  pa  trolman.  One  wash  basin  is broken.  lar.  Each  crewman  was  asked  to  make  UP  his sack  when  arising.  Ship's  delegate  explained  what  the  ship's fund  is  for  and  how  the  money  is  spent.  August  3—Chairman,  R.  O'Rourka;  Sec­ retary,  A.  Sevier.  Fans  and  windchutes  are  all  here.  R.  O'Rourke  was  elected  ship's  delegate.  There  is  S17.90  in  the  ship's  fund.  Poopdeck  should  be  kept  clean  as  many  men  are  sleeping  there  during  this  hot  season.  Fans  should  be  turned  off  when  no  one  is  in  the  foc'sle.  Recreation  room  and  foc'sles  should  be  aougeed  soon.  Messboy  will  try  to  give  better  service.  STEEL  RECORDER  (Isthmian),  August  10—Chairman,  William  O'Connor;  Secre­ tary,  S.  8.  Czeslowskl.  Steward  was  elected  treasurer  by  acclamation  and  re­ ported  S23.02  on  hand.  Company  should  be  contacted  about  installing  a  new  washing  machine  on  the  ship.  John  Henchey  was  elected  ship's  delegate  by  acclamation.  Icebox  should  be  repaired  before  the  ship  leaves  port  for  the  Far  East.  Delegates  are  to  see  the  captain  and  chief  engineer  about  all  equipment.  Delegates  will  collect  contributions  for  recreation  equipment.  Members  should  cooperate  in  keeping  the  pantry  and  messhall  clean.  CATAHOULA  (National  Nay.),  August  9 —Chairman,  B.  Varn;  Secretary  B.  Phillips.  Foul­ups  will  be  reported  to  the  patrolman.  Engine  delegate  will  work  on  itumps  in  the  washine  machine.  Mo­ tion  was  passed  to  assess  each  member  SI  for  incidental  expenses,  with  the  fund  to  be  used  as  the  crew  sees fit.  Brother  Ogelsely  was  elected  treasurer  of  the  ship's  fund,  with  one  man  from  each  de­ STEEL  TRAVELER  (Isthmian),  July  24  partment  also  elected  to  supervise  dis­ ,^ursement  of  the  funds.  Suggestion  was  —Chairman,  Wallace  Lowthar;  Secretary,  F.  A.  Delapenha.  Delegates  reported  no  made  that  the  steward  attempt  to  secure  beefs  and  a  spirit  of  good  SIU  unionism.  deck  chairs  and  an  electric  mixer.  Agreement  was  reached  between  the  de­ partments  that  each  department  would  take  care  of  its  painting.  Stewards  de­ partment  got  a  vote  of  thanks  for  their  cooperation.  JULESBURG  (Mathiasen),  August  $—  Chairman,  Jimmy  Corcoran;  Secretary,  S.  F.  Schuyler.  Jimmy  Corcoran  was elected  ship's  delegate  by  acclamation;  T.  J.  Constantin  was  elected  engine  delegate.  Delegates  will  report  any  necessary  re­ pairs  to  the  ship's  delegate.  Discussion  was held  on  the  ship's  library.  REPUBLIC  (US  Petroleum  Carriers),  August  10—Chairman,  Slick  Story;  Sec­ retary,  Charles  W.  Cann.  $6.50  was  col­ lected  from  the  crew  for  a  wire  to  Lake  Charles  to  board  the  ship  in  Port  Ar­ thur  for  payoff  and  signon.  There  is  S2.09  left  in  the  ship's  fund.  Due  to  change  of  orders  we  have  run  out  of  practically  everything  in  stewards  stores.  There  is  no  blame  and  it  must  be  tol­ erated  to  the  next  port.  Engineers  doing  wiper  work.  Motion  was  passed  that  the  chief  cook  check  and  verify  that  'stores  are  sufficient  for  the  voyage.  All  medi­ cal  supplies  and  the  slopchest  should  be  checked  by  the  patrolman  and  delegates.  Wiper  beef  will  be  referred  to  the  pa­ trolman.  Fireman  has  seen  the  third  en­ gineer  painting.  All  agreed  that  wipers  are  to put  in for  overtime and  the  matter  will  be  referred  to  the  patrolman.  Pa­ trolman  will  check  on  the  new  awning  for  the  fan  tail,  in  case  it  slips  the  chief  mate's mind.  All decks  are dry  and  dusty  and  cannot  be  cleaned  properly.  Painting  is  needed  vary  badly.  Steward  should  in­ '  on  fresh  milk  as  it  goes  bad  too  fast.  Steward  should  try  to  obtain  an  iron  and  ironing  board  there.  Steward  asked  that  the  ship's  delegate  check  the  requisition  for  milk  and  fresh  fruit  and  vegetables  and  get  the  backing  of  the  crew  to  get  the  same.  SIMMONS  VICTORY  (Bull),  August  10  —Chairman,  P.  Robertson;  Secretary,  W.  Howard.  Ship's  delegate  asked  delegates  to  turn  in  repairs.  Steward  delegate  was  hospitalized  in  Japan.  All  gear  he  left  behind  will  be  taken  to  his  mother  in  San  Francisco.  Motion  was  passed  that  stores  and  food  be  put  aboard  the  ship  as  close  to  ship's  articles  before  sign  on as  possible,  since  the  members  do  not  want  to  eat  Japanese  food  like  other  ships have  been  doing.  Motion  was passed  that  stores  and  food  be  of  better  quality  than  they  are  now.  Crew  was  asked  to  keep  their  quarters  clean  at  all  times.  All  foc'sles,  heads,  showers,  pantries,  messrooms,  gallies  be  painted  out  next  trip.  ^Cau'Shahers^  Have^o OK  The  membership  is  again  cautioned to beware  of persons  soliciting funds on ships in  be­ half  of  memorials or any other  so­called  "worthy  causes,"  No  "can­shakers"  or  solici­ tors  have  received  authoriza­ tion  from  SIU  headquarters to  collect  funds.  The  National  Foundation  for  Infantile  Pa­ ralysis  is  the  only  charitable  organization  which  has  re­ ceived  membership  endorse­ ment.  Funds  for  this  cause  are  collected  through  normal  Union  channels  at  the  pay­off.  Receipts are issued on the spot  pair  Ust  wiU  be  made  out. '  If  possible,  washing'machine  will  be fixed  by  a  crew­ member.  Patrolman  will  be  asked  who  is  going  to fix  the  washing  machine.  Pa­ trolman  will  be  told  that  the  hospital  is  CAMAS  MEADOWS  (Petroleum  Car­ still  being  used  for  cargo.  riers),  July  25—Chairman,  Warren  Nell­ sen;  Secretary,  Tom  Carmlchael.  Ship's  AFOUNDRIA  (Waterman),  July  30—  delegate  conveyed  the  compliments  of  Chairman,  W.  Banks;  Secretary,  W,  L.  the  master  regarding  the  exceptionally  Hammock,  Deck  delegate  wants  the  pa­ good  conduet of  the  crew  in recent  ports.  trolman  to find  out  why  high  men  are  Steward  was  advised  not  to  keep  any  turned  to  instead'  of  low  men,  who  arc  cooked  food  longer  than  36 hours.  willing  to  work.  Steward  reported  wby  we  are  short  of  stores.  Meats  and  fresh  COUNCIL  GROVE  (Cities  Service),  May  stores  spoiled  because  the  refrigerator  23—Chairman,  W.  J.  Carney;  Secretary,  does  not  stay  at  the  right  temperature.  E.  McGurk.  There  is S39.01  in  the  ship's  Patrolman  will  be contacted  in  New  York  fund.  $20  was  spent  for  a  steam  iron  for  a  special  meeting  about  stewards  de­ for  the  crew.  Chief  engineer  okayed  the  partment  beefs.  repair  list  drawn  up  by  the  crew  and  August  17—Chairman,  N.  J.  Wuchlna;  promised  that  repairs  will  be  made  next  Secretary,  V,  Carnecle,  Wuchina  was  Trip.  Motion  was  passed  to  have  the  gal­ elected  ship's  delegate  by  acclamation.  ley  stove fired  before  winter.  Magazines  Repair  list  will  be  made  up  and  turned  should  be  bought  from  the  ship's  fund.  in to  the hall.  Laundry  should  be  cleaned  after  use.  Garbage  should  be  placed  in  cans  on  after  deck.  PUERTO  RICO  (Bull),  August  24—Chair­ man,  Frank  Douglas; Secretary,  Jim  Mur­ phy.  Ship's delegate  will  try  to negotiate  extra  pay  for  the  deck  messman  at  the  hall,  due  to  his  extra  work,  or  a  better  set­up  for  the  job.  Motion  was  passed  to  donate  S50  to  the  SIU  man  coming  back  with  the  ship,  for  carfare.  Motion  was  passed  to  radio  a  S30  wreath  for  Mr.  Miguel  Suche,  Vice  President  of  Bull,  in  San  Juan.  Motion  was passed  to have  the  party  committee  pick  some  worthy  family  to  give  the  balance  of  the  ship's  fund  to.  ROBIN  HOOD  (Seas  Shipping),  June  29  ALICE  BROWN  (Bloomficid),  July  10—  Chairman,  S.  Garcia;  Saeratary,  J.  Rielly.  —Chairman,  Robert  A.  Barrett; Secretary,  John  Burchlnal.  Department  delegates  more  cooperation  from  the  steward  on  running his  department  and  through meal  hours.  There  is a  balance  of  S60.12  in  the  ship's  fund.  Crew  was  asked  to  make  less  noise  in  the  passageways.  July  27—Chairman,  Jones;  Secretary,  John  Burchlmal.  Department  delegates  will  make  up  repair  lists  and  turn  them  over  to  the  department  heads  and  the  patrolman.  One  man  was  hospitalized  at  Capetown.  Second  assistant  has'  been  blowing  tubes,  so  overtime is being turned  in  for  the  wipers  for  such  work.  Over­ time  will  be  equalized  among  the  men.  FRANCES  (Bull),  August  17—Chairman,  Henry  Robinson;  Secratary,  R.  Buckley.  Ship's  delegate  complained  to  the  crew  again  about  the  dirty  washing  machine.  Suggestion  was made  that  cleaning sched­ ule  for  the  laundry  roome  be  rearranged.  Keys  should  be  made  for  the  laimdry  and  toilets.  ALCOA  CAVALIER  (Alcoa),  August  3—  Chairman,  P.  J.  Motech;  Secretary,  F.  D.  Padgett,  P.  J.  Melech  was  elected  ship's  delegate.  All  men  who  do  not  attend  meetings  will  be  reported  to  the  patrol­ man.  New  movie  committee  was  elected  by  acclamation.  Members  agreed  to  abide  by  this  committee's  decisions.  COE  VICTORY  (Victory  Carriers),  Au­ gust  3—Chairman,  J.  Annal;  Secratary,  A.  Van  Dyke,  Sokolowski  was  elected  ship's  delegate  by  acclamation.  Patrolman  will  be  consulted  about  a  better  variety  of  stores,  and  headquarters  wili  also  be  written  to  about  this.  GOLDEN  CITY  (Waterman),  August  10  POTRERO  HILLS  (Mar­Trade),  August  14—Chairman,  H.  T.  Nungeler;  Secretary,  —Chairman,  J.  Calahan;  Secretary,  J,  H.  C,  Johnson.  Men  who  jumped  ship  in  Singer.  J.  Singer  was  elected  ship's  del­ Corpus  Christi  will  be  reported  to  the  egate.  Doors  should  not  be  banged  Re­ scoops.  Discussion  was  held  on  buying  •  ship's  delegate  for  the  next  three  tripss  radio  for  the  crew.  Headquarters  will  be  as it  is  the  black  gang's  turn to  hold  the  written  about  a  rest  pariod  for daymen  post.  Motion  was  passed  to  have  the  Union  officials  contact  the  company  and  MAIDEN CREEK  (Waterman),  July  13—  do  something  about  officials  in  foreign  Chairman, D.  E.  Jones;  Secretary,  Barney  ports  who  come  aboard  the  ship  and con­ KInter,  Chief  engineer  is  doing  carpen.  fiscate  personal  property  which  is  in  the  ter's  work.  The  captain  insists  that  aU  crewmembers'  lockers.  bunks  be  made  up.  Motion  was  passed  to  STONEWALL  JACKSON  (Watermen),  contact  the  mate  about  catwalk  repairs.  Discussion  was  held  on  a  member  who  July  24—Chairman,  J.  B,  Morton;  Secre­ tary,  J.  Johnson. J.  B.  Morton  was elected  was  logged.  delegate.  Laundry  room  should  be  August  3—Chalrmin,  M.  J.  Danzey; Sec­ ship's  kept  clean after  use.  Ship's  delegate  will  ratary,  Barney  KIntar.  Suggestion  was  made  that  the  pantry  be  kept  neater  at  contact  the  captain  and  check  the  slop­ night.  Plenty  of  disputed  overtime,  chest.  mostly  electrician's.  No.one  is  to  pay  off  IR^ESTAR  .  (Triton),  August  14—  until  all  beefs  are  settled  to  the  crew's  Chalrlnan,  Jack  Olson;  Secretary,  E.  P.  satisfaction.  Discussion  was  held  on  vari­ Cole.  Discussion  was  held  on  the  cap­ ous  repairs,  and  passenger  utility  serving  tain's  disregard  of  the  .needed  complete  officers.  Delegates  should  contact  the  pa­ fumigation  of  the  while  in  port.  trolman  about  the attitude  of  the  captain  Crew  of  previous  ship  voyage  agreed  that  during  this  past  voyage.  fiunlgation  was  necessary.  Stewards  de­ partment  and  all  members  will  caoperate  in  ridding  the  messroom.  pantry,  living  quarters  in  general  of flies.  Vote  of  thanks  went  to  the  chief  cook  for  a fine  • 0  m  SEATRAIN  GEORGIA  (Saatrain),  July  20—Chairman,  W,  Renny;  Saeratary,  S.  I.  Wartalsky,  Delegates  reported  no  new  business.  August  17—Chairman,  VIncanxe  Dl  Gla­ como;  Saeratary,  Norman  Kirk.  Discus­ sion  was  held  on  constitutional  changes.  Discussion  was  held  on  the  engineers  complaining.  It  was  agreed  to  pay  no  attention  to  this  beef.  SEAMAR  (Calmar),  June  24—Chairman,  J.  Marshall;  Saeratary,  J.  Sampson.  N.  Paine  was  elected  ship's  delegate.  Dis­ cussion  was  held  as  to  why  the  repair  list  was  not  made  up.  Old  washing  ma­ chine  will  be  used  as  long  as  it  is  in  good  working  order.  August  3—Chairman,  J.  Marshall;  Sae­ ratary,  N.  Falna.  Repair  list  has  been  made  up.  Steward  praised  the  crew  for  being  on  the  ball.  Bosun  and  the  rest  of  the  crew  gave  the  stewards  depart­ ment  a  vote  of  thanks.  I  would  like to  receive  the SEAFARERS  LOG—please  put  my  name  on  your  mailing  list.  (Print  Information)  NAME  PERSONALS  4"  i­  4»  J.  its.  4>  X  XXX  STREET  ADDRESS  CITY  ZONE  STATE  XXX­ Signed  TO  AVOID  DUPLICATION;  If  you  are  an  old  subscriber  and  have  a  changs  of address,  please give  your  former^address below:  'XDDRESS  CITY  r.,.:..;....'  eaavsaesaeeaeaeaaesaeaaasaeaeaasaoaveeavesae • e'eaevaeaa  E  s*« rasaaaaa'. • •  <  ,  (Continued  on  page  25)  Photos Faded  In Kew Books  Headquarters  advises  that  many  photos  in  the  new  membership  books and  in headquarters files  are  fading,  and that  the following  men  should  either  send  in  their  books  ivith  three  passport  photos  or  stop  in for new  ones as soon as possible:  Further lists  will be carried  in fol­ lowing  issues  of  the  SEAFARERS  LOG,  %  Charlea  Henry,  H­121;  Charles  Hawley.  H­122:  Charles  Henry.  H­124;  Leon  Halt.  H­125;  Halvor  Holt,  H­127:  Peter  Heulu.  H­I29i  wrniam  Hernandez.  H­128:  Roy  Hawes.  H­130.  CHICKASAW  (Waterman),  August  4—  Chairman, Mclnis;  Secret wy,  L.  Tefft. S28  Earling Hansen,  H­132:  James  Hamilton.  H­133: WiUiam  Howland,  H­134;  Karl  Hag­ from  the  ship's  fund  was  donated  to  the  strom,  H­155;  Louis  Hopkins,  H­156;  Hom­ injured  shipmate  put  off  at  Miami.  Mo­ er  Hardin,  H­1S7:  Walter  Hartmann.  tion  was  passed  to  forward  a  letter  to  H­158:  Alexander  Hoag,  H­160.  headquarters  suggesting  that an  effort  be  made  to  have  the  company  authorize  the  John  Iglebekk,  1­2:  Adolf  Iversen,  I­4|  removing  of  the  bulkhead  between  the  Chester  lanneli, 1­7:  Emilie  Isaac,  1­8:  An­ baker  and  second  cook's  foc'sle  and  tonio  Irzarry.  1­9:  Antonio  Ibarra,  I­lOt  STEEL  EXECUTIVE  (Isthmian),  August  Luige  lovino,  I­ll: Calvain  James,  J­3,  the  chief  cook's  foc'sle,  or  that  the  sec­ ond  cook  and  baker  be  given  different  3—Chairman,  Bennia  Whitely;  Secretary,  Philip  Jordan,  J­4:  William  Janisch.  quarters.  Motion  was  passed  to  sell  the  Alexander  Brodle.  Delegates  reported  no  old  washing  machine  to  the  chief  cook  beefs.  Ship's  delegate  told  department  J­fi:  Charles  Johnson,  J­8;  Edward  John­ ston,  J­10:  Melvin  Jones,  J­37:  James  for S15.  Money  will go  to the  ship's  fund.  delegates  to  have  repair  list  ready  for  Johnston,  J­29:  Bernard  Jurkowski,  J­30:  Andy  Johns  was  elected  ship's  delegate  the  next meeting.  Discussion  was held  on  August  Jensen,  J­31.  by  acclamation.  the  second  electrician,  who  missed  the  Evaristo  Jlminez,  J­32:  William  Jiminez.  ship  in  the  last  Indian  port.  J­33:  Elmer  Johnson,  J­34:  Casimir  Jure­ RAPHAEL SEMMES  (Waterman), July  27  —Chairman,  W.  T.  Christiansen;  Secre­ ALCOA  PURITAN  (Alcoa),  August  17—  wicz,  J­3S:  Chester  Just,  J­36;  Roy  John­ tary,  JImmla  SIstrunk.  J.  Turner  was  Chairman,  J.  Mehalev;  Secretary,  J.  Ar­ son.  J­37:  Sam  Jonas,  J­38:  George  John­ elected  ship's  delegate.  Showers  and  nold,  Delegates  reported  no  beefs  and  son,  J­39.  heads  in  crew's  foc'sles.  need  repairing.  all  in  good  standing.  Repair  list  will  be  Walter  Jastrzebskl,. J­40:  Roman  Jopski,  Delegate  will  see  the  captain  about  wind  made  oitt  in  triplicate  at  the  end  of  the  J­42;  Stanley  Johns,  J­43;  Frederick  John­ son,  J­44;  Leonard  Jones,  J­45:  WiUiam  trip.  Compliments  went  to  the  stewards  department  for  the  improvements  in  Jones,  J­46:  Pedro  Jlminez,  J­48:  August  Jeckel,  J­72.  quality  and  preparation  of  food.  Ronert  Joy,  J­7S:  CharUe  Johnson,  J­77;  HURRICANE  (Waterman),  August  17—  WilOam  Jenkins,  J­78;  Alexander  James.  Chairman,  William  Harrell;  Secretary,  M.  J­79:  Larry  Jones,  J­80:  Charles  Jacques.  Sterne.  Ship's  radio  broke  down  and  will  J­81:  Joe  Justus,  J­83i  Edward  Jacobsen.  John  P.  IVilliamson  be  repaired  in  port.  Ship's  delegate  will  J­84.  Daniel  Garcia  present  beefs  against  the  steward,  who  Edward  Kaznowsky,  K­10:  Leo  Kart­ the  third  cook  to  the  captain  tunen,  K­29:  Robert  Krug,  K­34:  Kermit  Please  get  in  touch  with  Thomas  reported  without  consulting  the  delegates  and  al­ Knutson,  K­35:  Stefan  Kadziola,  K­36;  An­ M,  Breen,  220  Broadway,  New  lowed  fresh  fruit  and  vegetables  to  spoil  thony  Klavins,  K­37:  Herman  Killstrom.  .  after  being  warned  during  special  meet­ K­41:  Haywood  Kelly, K­43.  York  38,  N.  Y.  ings  and  by  the  patrolman  at  the  begin­ Joseph  Keelan,  K­43:  Joseph  Kowalskl.  ning  of  this  voyage.  Vote  was  taken  on  whether  the  steward  should  be  per­ K­56: Adolph Kubacki, K­69;  Norman  Kirk,  Leo  Kane  K­70:  Vladislavs Kelpss,  K­71:  Perry  Klau­ mitted  to  ride  the  ship  to  New  York  or  Ben  Pritiken  be  voted  off  in  Norfolk,  which  is  the  ber,  K­72;  Arnold  Krotenberg,  K­73J  port  of  payoff.  Majority  voted  to  let  him  James  KeUy,  K­75.  Kindly  write  to  Pvt,  "Gene  R,  ride  to  New  York.  Stanislaw  Kwiatkowskl,  K­76:  James  Sinclair  US  51146380,  C  Battery,  Kouvardas,  K­77:  Herbert  Kreutz,  K­78:  Arthur  Kavel,  K­79:  Harry  KUraon.  K­80:  773rd  AAA  Gun  Battalion,  APO  DEL  CAMFO  (Mississippi),  August  10—  Henry  Kowalskl,  K­81:  Flerian  Kaziuke­ Chairman,  L, JB.  Brown;  Secretary,  John  660,  c/o ­Postmaster,  San  xFran­ Young.  Recreational  equipment  was  wicz,  K­82:  lEric  KlingvaU,  K­83.  George  Kasprezyk,  K­84;  Paul  Kent.  cisco,  Calif,  bought  with  the  ship's  fund  (S46.78).  Steward and  his wife  got  a  vote  of  thanks  K­85:  Frederick  Kleiber, K­8G:  John  Krus­ zynski,  Lauentios  Kotselis,  K­107:  for  making  the  purchase.  Brother  Davis  George  K­87;  Kitchen,  K­108:  Comas  Knight,  will  take  care  of  the  library  and  recre­ Teiesforo  Vazquez  equipment.  Suggestion  was  made  K­109:  Joseph  Kriz,  K­IU,  "We  are  very  worried  about  ational  to fix  the  washing  machine  drain,  ^ch  Voldemar  Koel,  K­113:  Gerald  Kersey.  K­114;  Michael  Katrausky,  K­llS:  Steve  you.  Please  write  Mrs,  Bernard  watch  should  clean  up  In  the  pantry.  Kliderman,  K­116:  James  Kirchner,  K­117:  Per  Karrman,  K­118:  Stanley  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James  McPolbi.  M­43.  water,  NJ,  IBERVILLE  (Waterman),  August  17—  Chairman,  S.  Kasmlrsky;  Secretary,  W,  E.  Murphy,  Departments  are  cooperating:  there  are  no  major  beefs  at  this  time.  Deck  delegate  quoted  beefs  about  deck  men  sleeping  and  being  annoyed  by  loud  talk  on  the  after  deck.  Galley  crew  got  a  vote  of  thanks  for  better  food  and  the  crew  messman  also,  for  service  in  the  messhall.  Steward  thanked  the  crew  for  order  and  cleanliness  in  the  messhall.  NOTICES  Editor,  SEAFARERS LOG.  675  Fourfh  Ave.,  Brooklyn  32,  NY  ll«  mayrleplMtfiM If. im  SEAFARERS  tOG  Pact Twentsr­^attr  I;  mm  X  rX  X  �'•­ :;;,.i4t!i;'^n,..  .  Fiiaar. fi«i»{eiii&Br 19.  .  .  V~T­^  ,.><v'^ • ­• • • •   P»tm '• Hwa^r^hW, • •  ^  ^ ::'Ur;rh  5gilF^i{gjt5  10 g  ... DIGEST of SHIPS' MEETINGS...  cook and second  cook paid off  without re­ (Continued from page 24)  placements.  Motion  vtas  passed  to  have  fob  of  frying  the  fresh fish  that  was  the  entire  ship  fumigated  as  it  is  in  an  iaught  by  the  crew  while in  port.  unhealthy  and  unsanitary  condition  and  is  overrun  by  roaches.  STEEL  VOYAOER  (Isthmian),  August  3  —Chairman,  William  B,  Honeucutt;  Sec­ STEEL  DIRECTOR  (Isthmian),  August  retary,  ­Ollbert  M.  Wright.  Money  could  3—Cheirraan,  Raiph  Hayes;^Secrets­y,  B.  not  be  sent  to'  the  American  ­Seaman's  Payne.  Bosun  complains  that  thr  chief  Friends'  Society  for  books  because  there  mate  is  butting  In  too  muA  in  deck  were no post  offioes.  It  will  be  sent  when  woA.  Steward  recommended  that  Ae  we  arrive  home.  George  Baker  was  second  cook  and  baker  be  brought  before  elected  Alp's  delegate.  Ae patrolman.  Prince.  There  Is a  Aortage  of  cigarettes.  C^ief  engAeer  will  be  contacted  about  Food  and  bakAg  Is  poor.  Delegate  wA  needed  Aower  and  head  repairs.  see  the  cAef  steward  on  this.  There  Is  FORT  HOSKINS  (Cities  Sarvlcs),  Sep­ noise  A  the  passageways  and  messhalls  tsmber  4—Chairman,  James  PewlH;  Sec­ at  night,  retary,  Robert  Anderson.  Men  should  re­ SHINNECOCK  BAY  (Mar.  Trsds),  Juns  move  cots  from  the  boat  deck  when  they  32—Chairman,  Cscli  Gates;  Secretary,  are  tAough  wiA  them.  Oil­soaked  rags'  Paul  E.  Muggins.  Patrolman squared  away  AoAd  be  thrown  over  the  side,  so  they  the  key  situatAn,  and  pots  and  pans  re­ don't  catch  on fire.  Collection  will  be  paired  in  Ae  galley.  All  hands  AoAd  taken  up  at  the  payoff  for  a  new  waA­ cooperate  A  keeping  laundry  A  good  ing  machine.  Lights  were  out  about  half  shape,  l­ast  stgndby  should  Aean  mess­ the  time  A  moA  deck  rooms  and  pas­ room.  Necessary  cleaning  materlAs  wiU  sageways  as  tbe  third assistant  has  been  be  placed  in  the  laundry.  A;  no  one  can fix  Aem  but  him.  Get New Books  Through Agents  Seafarers  who  applied  for  new  membership  books  in  New  York  but  are  now  sailing  from  outports  don't  have  to  ­come  to  this  city  to  get  their  new  books.  If  the  men  involved  will  write  to  headquarters  and  tell  the  Union  which  port they  are  sailing  out  of,  the  Union  will  forward  the  book  in  care  of  the  port  agent.  Under  no  circumstances  however,  will  the  books  be  sent  through  the  mails  to  any  private  addresses.  3ULESBURO  (Mathiasm),  August  17—  .  MOBILIAN  (Waterman),  August  17—  Chairman,  Jimmy  Corcoran;  Secretary,  Chairman,  Edward  Zabrowski;  Socrataryi  Stanley  F.  Schuyler.  Ship's  delegate  will  W.  B.  Andrews.  Messhall  should  be  kept  KYSKA  (Waterman),  August  14—Chair­ CHILORE  (Ore),  August  17—Chairman,  send  a  wire  to  the  QslvestDn  hall  re­ ctean' during  the  evening.  Electricians  man,  Edward  S.  Cannon;  Sacrstary,  Reed  H.  Collisr;  Sacrstary,  E.  Bryan.  Washing  questing  a  patrolman  to  meet  the  ship  vAl  Astall  a  new  waAer at 'ttie first  op­ S.  GrIffiA.  Delegates  reported  no  beefs.  machine  AoAd  be  turned  off  after  use.  at  Deer  Park  to  cdllect  dues  and  settle  portunity  and  repair  the  old  one  tf  pos­ Stewards department  got a  vote  of  thanks  Patrolman  AoAd  contact first  assistant  minor  beefs.  for  Ae  variety  of  menus  and  prepara­ about  overtime  work  beAg  done  on gn  sible.  S^tary men  wUl  rotate  the elMn­ tion  of  food  and  service.  Department  overtime  day.  ing  of  the  laundry.  Draw  list  ­will  be  AOtOUA  tCltles  Service),  August  10—  made  up  biefore  arrival  In  Bremerhaven  delegates  will  make  up  repair  lists  for  Chairman,  Harry  Utratll;  Secretary,  R.  Delegate  will  see  the  chief  engineer  the  sUp's  delegate.  CAMAS  MEADOWS  (USPC),  August  38  M.  Lafferty.  Two  men left  the  ship  he­ about  the  necessary  repairs.  Delegate  —Chairman,  Donald  Dickson;  Sscretsry,  cause  of  sickness  and  the  ship  is  one  Will  aA Ae  chief  mabe  to nut  a "life  line  SEATIGER  (Colonial),  April  12—Chair­ T.  W.  Carmlchaol.  Motion  was  passed  man  Aort.  Three  men  missed  Ae  ship  forward,  due  to  deA  cargo.  .  Steward  man,  Las  Amas;  Sacrstary,  Vie  Harding.  that  the  sMp  carry a  full  crew  while  en­ In  Swansea,  Wales,  and  a  list  has  been  wHU  get  fresh  milk  at  Bremerhaven.  Oskar  Kaelep  was  elected  ship's  delegate  gaged  A foreign  service.  Ship's  delegate  made  of  their  gear.  Harry  Utratil  was  unanimously.  and  steward  will  see  the  captain  about  elected  ship's  delegate  by  acclamation.  July S—Chairman,  Let  Ames; Secretary,  sougeeing  and  cleanAg  rooms  prior  to  AMEROCEAN  iBlackchetter),  August  3  Thanks  were  extended  to  the  former  —Chairmen,  M.  Cetty;  Secretary,  R.  O­ Vic  Harding.  There  is contAuA  AfficAta  painting.  Department  delegates  were  ship's  delegate  w)io  unfortunately  had  to  Tkpman.  Ship'a  fund  has  a  balance  of  A  negotiating  with  the  master  who  con­ advised  to  be^ niakAg  up  repair  lists.  leave  the  ship  because  of  illness.  siders  any  requests  as  personA  AsAts.  • 18. Motion  was passed  to have  Ae chief  engineer  procure  some  ilush<ng  valves  rcmalring.  Recreation  room  should  be  Ventilating  system  repaired  and  put  A  fixed  up  A  New  York.  CaptaA  wUl  try  operation  Ater  being  out  of  order  for  a  for  >he  heads.  and  get a  seat  for  the  settee.  SUp's  del­ considerable  lengA  A  time  when  most  SEA  CLOUD  (Soa  Traders),  August  t—  egate  will  see  the first  assistant  about  needed.  Heat  grinder  needs  repairing  as  Chairman,  J.  H.  Smith;  Secretary,  A  H.  fixing  the  deck  showers.  Black  gang  well  as  cook's  foc'sle  door.  Qottrell.  Stewards  department  stores  are  foc'sles  need  paAting.  August  18—Chairman,  Las  Ames;  Sec­ very  lew,  due  to  captaA  curtailing  land  retary,  Vic  Harding.  Before  the usual  or­ onodifjdng  steward'.­!  requisitions  for  sup­ der  of  business  Aere  was  one  mAute's  SANTORE  (Ore),  August  1—Chairman,  SALEM  MARITIME  (Cities  Service),  SOUTHLAND  (South  Atlantic),  August  jdies.  Leftovers  must  be  used  from  one  Vinesnt  Walrath; Secretary,  William  Dow­ silence  for  Brother  Otto  Stefannson,  lost  August  24—Chairman,  ­  Robert  McNeilr  ley.  One. man  sApped  nfl.  Department  at  sea  JAy  23.  Deck  delegate  says  he  10—Chairmen,  James  H.  Hennersf­Secre­ meal­to  tbe  next.  Secretary,  E.  M.  SImeneaux.  Avestiga­ delegates  will  make  out  repair  lists  and  detects  a new  note  of  friendUness  A  the  tary,  J.  B.  Sellers.  Discussions  were  held  tion  shoAd  be  made  of  the  water.  Men  SEA  MONITOR  (Orion),  June 33—Chair­ master,  but  as  he  Is  not  sure  if  the  new  hand  them over  to Ae ship's delegate  and  on  the  crew  pantry  sink; on  the  drain  in  take  care  of  the  ship's  propertp  the  laundry:  on  the  incomplete  slopchest  man,  BarKham;  Secretary,  John  McKarek.  to  the  patrolman.  Dfotton  waa  pasaed  to  attfiti^  is  better  tlmn  the  oU  he  Is  .AoAd  GiS  will  clean  laundry;  wfiper  will  clean  have  the  patrdman  disouas  .shore  .leave  treating  ­it  wiA' reserve.  First  assistant,  A  SUI  traAtion  and .each  man  should  and  on  the  recreation  room.  recreation room.  C.  A: Weleh  was­ elected  in  Puerto  de  HUerp.  Venezuela,  wlA  Ae  will  not  supply  paint  for  the  black  gang  be  on  the  lookoA  for  offenders.  YdRKMAR  (Calmer), .August  31—Chair­ ship's  delegate  by  acclamation.  There  is  company,­since  Ae  crew  waenft  nilowed  foc'sle  before  atziwilNgt San Pedro. SAp's'  fund  stands at  $8.76.  Quality  of  food has  EVELYN  <B«I»,  Sopfember  10—ChsiP­ man,  Luis  Torres;  Secretary,  Art­  Baker.  S3  A  the  ship's  fund.  Suggestion  wan  atfiore.  PO  pantry  wiU  be  used  by  aU  gone  down.  man,  N.  Keyes;  Secretary,  E.  C.  Dacey.  Steward  Aould  put  out  more  fruit.  ­niude  that  each  man  contribute  $1  to  hands  until  the  other  night  pantry  ice  Brother  Louis  was elected  ship's  delegate  ­the  fund  in  port.  All  hands should  wash  box  is fixed.  There  is  $28  A  the  ship's  August  24—Chairman,  Lsslls  Amas;  Steward  thanked  Ae  deck  department  fimd.  Sacretary,  Vic  Harding.  There  is  plenty  for  cooi>eration  A  keepmg  pantry  and  by  acclamation.  Fans  and  scregn  on  the  IheA  own  coffee  cups.  of  disputed  overtime.  Master  says  he  mesAAl  clean.  , Suggestion  was  made  bottom  of  the  doors should  be  repaired.  STEELMAKER  (Isthmian),  July  37—  BTEEL  DIRECTOR  (Isthmian),  August  1  wA  charge  orewmembers  for  missing  Aat  a  raAo  be  Rought  for  the  messhall.  Kepair  list  will  be  made  out  by  each  del­ ­Chairman,  T.  Kuhn;  Secretary,  O.  Hag­ —Chairman,  Raaro  O.  SIvortsIn;  Secre­ cAs.  Steward  asked  all  members  to  Steward  gA  a  vote  of  thaAcs  for  bis  egate.  Patrdlman  will  be  contacted  to  gerty.  With  reference  to  Ae  Incident  in  tary,  John  Johnson.  Bosun  claims  that  strip  Aeir beds  and hand  over dirty  linen  fine  menus  and  Ae  galley  was  compli­ check  stores.  Honolulu,  the  membersAp  was  advised  the  chief  mate  ia  giving  orders  to  all  bAore  leaving.  Crew's  good  record  for  mented  for  its  wonderfA  cooking.  STEEL  FABRICATOR  (Isthmian),  June  npt  to  insult  company  watchmen  on  the  hands  and  that  he  doesn't  know  what  sobriety  AoAd  contAue  until  atter  the  17—Cheirman,  Charles  Bush;  Secretary,  ­piers.  Crew  ­was  requested  to  refrain  goes  on  most  of  the  time.  Mate  Is­ com­ pqyoff.  MAE  (Bull),  Ssptcmber  7—Chairman,  Thomas  Collins.  There  is  S17.13  in  the  from  unnecessary  ndise  for 'the  benefit  of  plaining  that  he  does  not  get  enough  E.  Hogge;  Secretary,  F.  Bona.  Ship's  Alp's  fund.  Chief  steward  will  type  a  one  of  tbe  members  who  is  ill.  'Stewards  work  done.  CLAIBORNE  (Waterman),  August  30—  delegate  reported  $30  in  the  sWp's  fund.  list  for the  cleaning  of  Ae .laundry.  Chief  department  was  complimented  «n  the  Chairman,  Barnard  Turk;  Secretary,  R.  E.  Motion  was  made  to  get  new  waA  tubs  'steward aAed  for approval  of  one  to two  ggod  service  and  Ae  <­8  watch  for  their  OCEAN  LOTTE  (Ocean  Trans.),  August  La  Casse.  New  mattresses  were  received  as  well  as one  near  the  meat  box.  SAp's  cold  meals  per  week  A  this hot  weather.  exceUent  care  of  the  messroom  at  night.  25—Chairman,  Babyak;  Secretary,  Max  last  trip.  One  man  from  each  depart­,  delegate  will  see  Ae  engAeer  about  HepaA  list  was  discussed.  All  aocepted.  LAkA.  Repairs  and  paAtAg  were  dis­ ment  should  clean  up  the  library  once  a  fixing  Ae  toilets.  cussed  with  the  mate  and  chief  engAeer  week.  Foc'sle  Aould  be  left  clean  at  EVELYN  (Bull),  August  31—Chairman,  and  will  be  taken  care  of.  E.  Rosa  was  the­  payoff.  Seats  in  crew's  messroom  ALCOA  RUNNER  (Alcoa),  August  31—  N.  Keyes;  Secretary,  E.  C.  Decay.  Fred  elected  sAp's  delegate  by  acclamation.  sbioAd  be  adjusted  nearer  to  the  tables  Chairman,  L.  J.  Pate;  Secretary,  H.  Star­ Bruggner  was  elected  ship's  delegate.  WieeAy  roster  wiU  be  posted  listing  the  for  more  room  clearance.  ling.  One  man  missed  sAp  m  San  Juan.  Suggestion  was  made  that  each  brother  order  in  wAch  different  departments  wiU  Screens  Aould  be  locked  A  port.  Keys  donate  $2  to  the  ship's  fund.  Members  be responsible  for  cleaning the  recreation  are  needed  for  Ae  rooms.  Suggestion  were  asked  not  to  run  the  waAing  ma­ room  and  the  laundry.  After  discus.sion  was  made  to  have  everyone  wear  pants  chine  more  than  20  minutes.  Ship's  del­ on  a  sAp's  fund.  It  w.as  decided  that  in  messroom.  egate  will  see  about  the  hot  water.  A  • WINTER .HILL  (Cities  Service),  August  AouM  Ae  need  for finances  arise,  a tar­ the  laundry.  11—Chairman,  Dan  McMullen;  Secretary,  paulA  muster  will  take  care  of  Ae  need.  CITRUS  PACKER  (Waterman),  Septem­ rheodore  eradiellck.  Ship's  delegate  wiU  ber  7—Chairman,  S.  Stockmarr;  Secre­ SEATHUNDER  (Orion),  August  3—  check  wiA  the  captaA  to  see  Aat  an  6EATRAIN  LOUISIANA  (Ssstrain),  Au­ tary,  T.  NawrocM.  CaptAn  turned  down  Chairri en,  R.  A  Cowdry;  Secretary,  M.  items  on  the  repaA  list  have  been  or  gust  24—Chairman,  Walter  E.  Beyeler;  A  CanA,  sayAg  that  it  was  not  CrunAand.  RepaA  list  wHl  be  made  up.  win  be taken  ogre  of  .before  leaving  Ae  Secretary,  Edward  HIM.  SAp's  fund  of  KATHRYN  (Bull),  August  31—Chair­ milk  Sitnatien  aboard  the  sAp  will  be taken  shipyard.  Details  regardAg  Ae payment  $15.27  was turned  over  to  the  new  sAp's  man,  George  Burke;  Secretary,  S.  G.  Nel­ pure.  Ship's  delegate  will  see  Ae  cap­ tain  about  inadequate  slopchest.  If  As  up  with  the  patrolman.  Bier  head  jump  of  room  allowance  for  members  .of  tbe  deSegate.  Herman  S.  RiccL  SAp's  dele­ son.  Delegates  reported  no  beefs.  Mo­ will  be  taken  up  with  the  patrolman.  cnew sleeping  ashore are  being taken  care  gate  WiU  see  tbe  port  engAeer  about  tion  was  passed  unanimously  to  paAt  atUtude  is  unsatisfactory,  patrolman  will  Steward departinent  was  commended  for  of.  Delegates  jneported  no  pertAent  hanrAe  an  amplifier  Astalled  A  the  gal­ crew's  quarters;  Robert  Beach  was  be  contacted.  LAen  will  be  changed  on  Friday  instead  of  Monday.  doing  a  good  Job.  ley  to  facAtate  orders  from  Ae  crew  Afcted  sAp's  delegate.  beefs.  August  It—Chairman,  R,  Afiorrlsan;  !STEEL  FABRJCATOR  (Isthmlen),  Au­ messhall.  Vote  of  thanks  was  given  to  LONE  JACK  (Cities'Service),  September  Secretary,  P.  O.  Audrey.  Man  sick  will  gust  10—Cheirraan,  H.  D.  HIgglnbotham;  Bernard  Feely,  Aght  cook  and  baker, for  TRINITY  (Carras),  September  1—Chair­ 1—Chairman,  M.  Boyd  Davis;  Secretary,  go  to  the  marAe  hospital.  Motion  was  Secretary,  Edmund  ErJksan.  Two  broth­ ddleMable  cakes  and  rolls  baked  aboard.  man,  Stevsnson;  Secretary,  E.  Anderson.  Morris  J.  Black.  DiscusAon  was  hAd  on  SAP'S  delegate  will  pay  from  Ae  Alp's  passed  to  aA  Ae  patrolman  atout  milk  ess  failed  to  Join  the  sAp  In  Msniia.  DAegates  reported  no  beefs.  Lester  Lar­ end  extra  meals.  Mall  isn't  being  ­for­ There  is  SILU  A  the  shA's  fund  after  .fund  a  reasonaAe  amount  to  tlie  Library  kA  was  elected  sAp's  delegate.  Stew­ repairing  the  raAo  and  wasliing  ma­ chine  and  on  the  food.  SAp's  delegate  ,warded  by  tbe  company.  Discussion  was  a ' SS  expenditure  A  SAgapore.  'EggAe  Association.  ards  dqpartmeA  head  and shower  stvoAd  will  see  the  steward  aboA  improvAg  held  on  Ae  repaA  list  and  tbe  deA  a'qom  fountain  win  be  repaAed  in  Hono­ be  kept  clean.  DrlnAng  AoAd 'be  done  Ae  menus.  New  records  Ad  books  wi0  FORT  HOSKrNS  (Cities  Service),  August  Aowers.  JiBu. ­  Record  player  and  records  wWch  .and  inot  on  tipacd.  lAU  hmAs  he  purchased.  ­were  bought  wtth sUp's fnnfi  money  wUl  24—Chatrman,  nst  listed; Sesretary, RsAh  gAore  shoAd cooperate  on  keepAg  the mesAaU  Radio  should  not  be  played  SEA  CLOUD  (Sea  Trsdcns),  July  34—  be  left  on  boaivi  for  the  next  crew.  Both  Aaderson.  meal  times.  All  men  are  to  have  at  clean.  IRENESTAR  (Triton),  September  5—  Chairman,  J.  H.  SmIA;  Secretary,  Jotm  washiaig  macbAee  need  repairing.  Stew­ at  Aast  sArts  on  at  meals.  Fan  Is  needed  Chairman,  Rex  H.  Coote;  Secretary,  A.  McnvUla.  Delegate talked  to  the  cap­ asd  will  get  fseA  stores ­A  Honolulu.  ALCOA  POINTEB  (Alepa),  August  33—  RIalschmann.  Repair  .list  wiil  be  turned  for  the  pantry.  tain  about a  general cleaning  of  the ship.  Chairman,  John  p.  Newman;  Secretary,  CaptaA  said  Aet  eaA  department  wUl  IMARVEN  (Internetieaal  Nav.), July  27—  BHINNECOCK  BAY  (Mar  Trade),  Au­ C.  Butch  Wright.  Motion  was  passed  to  in  for  the  new  orew.  No  datorr­Chairman,  Jack  AIMH;  Sacre­ clean  Ae  ship  without  overtime.  Chief  ChaAman,  Herman  R.  Whlsnant;  Secre­ gust  18—Chairman,  Cecil  Gates;  Secre­ have  the  ship's  delegate  take  all  beAs  tary,  Ihry,  Frank  Yen  Ousin.  Board  of  Health  E.  P.  Cole.  Discussion  was  held  on  <figd  patrolman  will  be  caUed  to  Aspect  tary,  Paul  E.  Hugglns.  Three men  wlU  be  on  the  fans  needed  to  the  UAon  hall.  the  captaA's  disregard  for  necessary  the  meat  bought  A  Argentina.  Company  tinned  A  to  Ae  patrolman.  New  auto­ Stetvards  department  got  a  vote  of  fumigation  of  the  sAp  while  in  port.  ­should  put  an  adequate  supply  of  butter.  matic  four­slice  toaster  wiU  be  ordered.  thanks.  More  cigarettes  should  be  issued  Deck  standby  sRoAd  clean  tables  and  Hour,  vinegar,  mgyonnaAe  and  sugar  CAAes  are  to  be  worn  In  the mesahaU.  far  Ae  next  voyage.  Door  will  be  put  ti^ up nheasroqtn  and  pantry.  CAef  cook  (D  54.  fsom  the  States  ­on  Aese  sMps,  as  these  Tbere  shoAd  be  a  change  of  dipt  for  back  on  the  laundry  room  before  the  got  a  vote  of  thanks  for  • fine    job  of  (2)  At  the  equator.  'Alp  reaches  port.  ale  supplies that  we  Americans  eat  daily  bseakfast.  fr«A fiA  fryAg  while  A  port.  Ail  «lid  we  cannot  etomaqh  the  stuff.  (3)  Stanley.  stores isboAd  be  Aecked  before  eomAff  BTEEL  FABRICATOR  (Isthmian),  Sep­ aboard.  Deck  engAeer  will  look  AA  (4)  Calendars  to  Thursday.  tember  4—Chairman,  H.  D.  HIgglnboth­ washing  machAe  draA.  ISTEEL  NAVIGATOR  (fsHimfsn),  May  (5)  30  feet  am;  S««ratary,  Thsmak  CUINns.  Repairs  IS—Chairman,  net  Ksted;  Secretary,  not  BSt  was  submitted.  Tbere  is  $11.13  A  $7  was  collected  for  the  library.  (6)  Mrs.  O'Leary's  cow.  The  /listad.  ROBtH  HOOD  (Robin),  September  7—  the  sAp's  fund.  Water  fountain  was  re­ Chairman,  men^ are  leavAg  the  washAg  ma­ Edward  6.  Teske;  Secretary,  legends  say the  cow  kicked  over  a  Some  psfire^ engine  departnsent  rooms .aougeed  chine  dirty.  Messroom  is  beAg  left  in  Hanry  H.  SAwetz.  Chief  steward  missed  and  decks  paAtad.  SbA  should  be  fu­ bad  ahape  In  p.ort.  |No  clothAS  should  lantern  in  her  barn.  A|p  at  Cavens Point,  New  Jersey.  There  be  hung A tbe  eiwAe  room :hateh.  Wind  • HASTINGS  (Waterman),  August  1»—  migated.  Fruits  and  vegetables  will  come  is |$55.12  A  the  SAP's  fund.  Motion  was  (7)  St.  Louis  Browns,  J944.  It  scoops .and  port  screens  should  be  pro­ Chairman,  hay  Brown;  Secretary,  T.  aboard  A  Houston,  passed  to  have  the  patrolman  straighten  A  San  FrancAco.  was an  alh­St.  Louis series,  but the  cured  Lazeveteb.  Frank  Genzaleji  was  elected  May  18—Chairman,  Let  Ames;  Secre­ oA  the  cAef  engineer  for  As  outrageous  June  7—Chairman,  Joe  Corrlvsau;  Sec­ ship's  delegate  by  acclamation.  DrAns'  tary,  Vic  Harding—New  wasAng  machine  and  explosive  conduct  and  temperament  Cardinals  (National  League)  won  retary,  James  LarMiu  WashAg  machAe  ane  A  Rttof  condition  .and  will  lie  xe­'  eaine  nboard  A  Portland.  Foc'sle  ven­ A  atgioe  and fireroom.  More  percola­ is  baine  left  dirty  and  cloAes  are  left  ported. to  chief  engineer.  More  noom  tilator  system  sboAd  be  examAed  :and  tors  and  additional  food  stores  .are  It,  four  games  out  of  .six.  it  too  Isng: isAfcs  ace  left  djrty, '­too.  shonld  be  proidded ­for  Ae  lArary.  Ex­ pqt  A  order,  as  the  present  arrgnge­ needed.  More  cots  Aould  be  ordered.  (8)  A  student.  Lucuhrete  means  in  Beefs  about  the  leaks  A  the  shower  trja  linen  shoAd  be  turned  A.  ^  meA  is  unsotiAactory.  Dock  Aewcra  need  repairing.  SI  will  bo  to  study  a  great  deal,  particularly  rooms  and  sinks  will  be  brought  to  the  iAugust  24—Chairman,  Ray  Brown;  Sec­ ooUected  for  Ae  sAp's  fund  from  each  attention  of  the  oaptoln.  retary,  J.  M.  O'Nell.  One  man  was  hos­ man.  WasAng  macAne  needs fixAg.  at hi^bt  August  U—Chairman,  Joo  Corrlueaq;  pKailzed and  replaced.  Bosun's  sAk  drain  PEORGE  A.  LAWSON  (Pan  Oceanic),  ­(9)  TMc.  Iscrotary,  Josaptr  H.  F.  Berono.  Gapt^n  needs  cOearAg.  Pantry  shoAd  be  left  Apgust  18—Chairman,  .James  Stogaltis;  CUBORE  (Ore),  August  28—Chairman,  AM  if  the  boys  Aat  have  been  oAan.  Library riielves  aft  AoAd ­be  put.  Secretary,  Curt  Berman.  Delegates  re­ (le^ n  nickels,  14  KUmes.'  2f)  .said  Tqgged jJeAave­themsblves A ;H<(lifax  and  on  the  repair  list.  New  Me  belts  are  ported  no  beefs­  Dlsoussion  was held  on­ Lquls  Van  Evera;  Secretary,  Francis  L,  quarters.  itostan <Ae  iogs  will  be idcopped.  Added;  needed:  Ibad  unattresses  shoAd  be  re­'  the  care  and  cleaAAess  of  the  wasAng  Dav A. 'George Griswold  was elected  Alp's  to  the  repjiiF  list  were:  .installation  of.  Placed.  LAen  should  .be  retained  more  macAne.  There  is  $2  left  A  the  sAp's  delegates  IFAd  lAlutes  are  needed  in  fireman's  wash  baSA;  repaA  of  engine  promptly.  Department  dAegates  ShoAd  fund  atter  the  purchase  A  an  electric  AF  loc'sles.  WasAng  macAne  has  been  Iran  (company  furAshed  Ae  iroAng  ordered  end  AoAd  be  gn  board  soon.  showers.  PaAting  of  foe'sles  will  be  make  up  repair  lists.  Attempt  will  be  mode  to  get  a  dhcary  bqarA.  brought  up to  the  paAolmaiv  Patrolman  in. Baltimore.  should  inediata  he«f  en  tbe  steward  he­ IFSLTORC (COrtO,  August  34—Chairman,  As stingy  nn  food.  Better  balanoed diet  R.  L.  Barbot;  Seergtary,  Jtay  Koe.  Ray  • WAR  HAWK  (Waterman),  July  28—  Is  needed.  More  night 'Anch  .should  be  Npe  was  elected  sAp's  dAegate.  More  Cbairman,  Joe  Fernandez;  Secretary,  J.  BANTORE  (Ore),  August  38—Chairman,  ppt  out.  bread riioAd  Ibe  put  A  night  Anch  pan­ Beck.  Tbere (is  *10.35  left  A Ac  ship's,  Chuck  Hostetter;  SeorAary,  Jerry  Logan.  tijy.  Leak  A  coffee  urn 'wiU ­be fixed  by  fitnd­  ­No  brother  ghoAd  be  A  Ae  Steward  who  missed  sllA  took  wiA  Am  BENTS  FORT  (Citla*  Service),  August  nsachlnist.  Cooperation  was  asked  in  messroom  during  meal  hours  in  under­ dip  S28  A  Ae  sAp's  And.  CAef  cook  13—Chatrman,  .D.  Dawney;  .Secretary,  keeping  laundry  and  evasldng  machAe  wear.  SaAtary  AoAd  Jceep  the  laundry  was  voted ­off  Aip .since he  is  not  much  in  better  conAtAo.  Soiled  lAen  should  .of. a  cook  and  is unsanitary  A  bis dAies.  demsu  A.  Fhimps.  Motion  was  pasaed  to  pllean.  be  returned  no deter  Aan Satilrday. "Sug;  New  cots  and  wAdchutes  are  needed.  have  Ae patrolmen  reouest  that  no  more  Slpp's  delegate  will  see the  captain about  • veal rolls,  bapi  rdlls  or  synAetlc  black  IBETHOJRE  (Ore),  August  34—Chairman,  gestion  was  made  thA  all  hands  con­ sopgeeing  the  messrooms.  Minor  repaA  pepper 'be  sent  ito  this  company's  Alps,  E.  Brandalsbo;  SecrAary,  Ivan  E.  Wilk­ tribute  25  cents  to  buy  an  iron  at  San  lists  will  .be  made  up  by  department  dfiB  weal  cannot  be­poepared  prqperly  so  inson.  Deck  engineer  ­wag  etabtad  sApB  Pedro.  d«fi«gates.  that  'ft  doesnt  '.fgn  apart,  cannot  be  delegate  by  acclamation.  IVlper  was  A­ As  pqppor  doeaiCt  sdructed  to  put  A  his  fuH  time on  sanl­ sraie*  or BrAd.  jSEATRAIN  GEDROIA  i(Seatrein).  Ssv­ taste  like  pepper.  .IkeA  ^k  supply  tdry  work  in  the  dutune.  Mscusslon  was  tainber  18—Chairman,  A.  J.  Mtnendaz;  IOMEGA  JPaclfia),  August  33—Chalrmfin,  should  be  Increased.  Ship's  delegate  will  htld  on  generA  condition  of  messrooms  Sfcratory,  N.  A.  Kirk.  It  Is  hoped  that  G. ft.  "Haga;  Sacratary,  Arthur  Rummal.  a^d  eqnlpssent. filone  eota  are  needed  fcjod  wUl  improve  vriA  Ae  now  cook.  JMlegates  reported  no  beefs.  RepAr  UA  s|e  the  cgtdaSn nbegt  aqpelcg.  for  Ae  eraw.  Mesnrooms­  ghoAd  be  IBroAer  Correll  was  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SEAFARERS  LOC  FrUbiy. September 19, 195t  The  Nielsens  Get  A  Welcome  Visitor  Wk  |K­;:'  in the HOSPITALS  The  following  list  contains  the  names  of  hospitalized  Seafarers  who  are  being  taken  care  of  by  cash  benefits  from  the  SIU  Welfare  Plan.  While  the  Plan  aids  them  financially, all  of  these  men  would  welcome  mail  and  visits  from  friends  and  shipmates to  pass  away  the  long  days  and  weeks  in  a  hospital  bed.  USPHS  hospitals  allow  plenty  of  time  for  visitors.  If  y<m're  ashore  and  you  see  a  friend's  name  on  the  list,  drop in  for  a visit. It  will  be  most  welcome.  USPHS  HOSPITAL  BALTIMORE.  MD.  tonzle  Albritton  Raymond  E.  KeUer  T'  I  Alison  AHred  Leishman  iJ??.?*'  Ankerson  Theodore  Mastaler  WURam  Bargone  Walter  MitcheU  Louis  A.  Brown  J.  Oudshoom  Henry  K.  CaUan  Milton  A.  Poole  James  W.  Cox  Morris  Prizant  Thomas  Downle  A.  S.  Reinholdt  Robert  L.  Ecker  John  Robinson  John  Flynn  AHred  Seeberger  John  L.  Fortuile  Randolph  C.  Shedd  Gorman  T.  Glaze  Fred  C.  Shuler  Joseph  P.  Goude  Paul  W.  Strickland  Jos.  E.  Townsend  James  E.  Hillary  Over lunchUme  coffee cups. Seafarer Niels  Nielsen,  carpenter, (right)  and his  wife  Louise  hear  Walter  Siekmann,  director  of  Welfare  Services,  read  Union's letter  of  congratulations to  their new­bom  son  Thomas  Roger.  Nielsens  were told  that when  Tommy  grows  up, he  can  ship out  via  SIU  by  bringing  the letter  to any  port  agent.  Having  coUected  the SIU's  $200  maternity  benefit  and a  $25^ savings bond  in his  name, Tommy  shows  otf  a  few  newly­learned  tricks to  proud  mom  and  dad.  But  in  the  middle  of  the  exhibition,  naptime  comes  and  he  drops  off  to  blissful  sleep.  All  of  the  following  SIU  families  Harris  A.  Futch,  Route  1,  Hines­ xvill  collect  the  $200  maternity  ville, Ga.  benefit  plus  a  $25  bond  from  the  4  4  it  Union in  the  baby's  name.  Osmund  Storm  Hansen,  bom  Michael  Joseph  Reed,  bom  Au­ gust  15,  1952,  Parents,  Mr.  and  June 3,1952. Parents, Mr. and Mrs.  Mrs.  Sam  Joseph  Reed, 3502  Ave­ Arthur  L.  Hansen,  148  South  El­ liott Place,  Brooklyn,  NY.  nue Q,  Galveston, Tex.  i  it  it  t  Mrs.  William  Cooper  Sellers,  300  Union Avenue, Crichton, Ala.  4  4  4  Ellen  Valrie  Prevltoy  bom  June  12,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  James  J.  Previto,  jRoute  1,  Theo­ dore, Ala.  4  4  4  Enemico  Jose  Martinez,  bom  Deborah  Ann  Harris,  born  May  Thomas Roger Nielsen, bom July  April  9,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  17,  1952.'  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  18,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  Mrs.  Paul  Martinez,  1307  Avehue  James M. Harris, 106 Bennett Road,  Niels  Nielsen,  120­42  181  Street,  K,  Galveston,  Tex.  Queens, NY.  Baltimore  21,  Md.  4  4)  4  4  4  4  4  4  USPHS  HOSPITAL  SAVANNAH.  GA  TerreU  D.  Adams  David  Mann  Warner  W.  AUred  Douglas  M.  Meeks  H.  M.  Galphin  J.  T.  Moore  Jesus  Granado  WilUam  J.  Morris  J.  M.  HaU  Jack  D.  Morrison  Earl  L.  Hodges  Luther  C.  Seidle  VA  HOSPITAL  NEW  ORLEANS.  LA.  Charles  F.  Kelso  VA  HOSPITAL  CORAL  CABLES.  FLA.  Birdie  W.  Biggs  USPHS  HOSPITAL  MOBILE.  ALA.  Tim  Burke  Ernest  G.  PettU  h­  Knapp  Lloyd  Raytior  Otto  McLean  Clarence  D.  Shlvely  USPHS  HOSPITAL  SEATTLE.  WASH.  4^?'°  Joseph  L.  Somyak  J­  StMarls  John  Morrison  FIRLAND  SANITARIUM  SEATTLE.  WASH.  EmU  Austad  MANHATTAN  BEACH  HOSPITAL  BROOKLYN.  NY  John  T.  Edwards  USPHS  HOSPITAL  SAN  JUAN.  PUERTO  RICO  fi?®'  Wise  AUonso  Vallejo  NORWEGIAN  LUTHERAN  HOSPITAL  BROOKLYN.  NY  James  H.  Adams  USPHS  HOSPITAL  BRIGHTON.  MASS.  Richard  P.  Bowman  Ogul  C.  Harris  ttwin  W.  Bassett  Raymond  Harris  George  N.  Clarke  Eugene  D.  Davis  Rich.  McLaughlin  John  J.  Flaherty  Donald  S.  White  WlUiam  Girardeau  Zachariah  WUUamg  USPHS  HOSPITAL  MEMPHIS,  TENN.  J.  H.  Ashurrt  John  B.  Hegarty  Bomar  Cheeiey  VirgU  E.  WUmoth  USPHS  HOSPITAL  FORT  STANTON,  NM  Charles  Burton  Thomas  Isaksen  Adion  Cox  Donald  McDonald  ^hn  G. pooler  Arch.  McGuigan  T  ,°®i!  !• '.  Gibbons  Renato  A.  Villatg  Jack  H.  Gleason  FOUNDATION  HOSPITAL  NEW  ORLEANS.  LA.  Chas.  Muscarella  USPHS  HOSPITAL  NEW  ORLEANS.  LA.  Anth.  A.  AUeman  Daniel  Marine  Lloyd  T.  Bacon  Adam  McDiarmld  C.  R.  Brumfleld  W.  L.  McLeUan  Franklin  N.  Cain  Tom  D.  McLemore  John  L.  CaldweU  Henry  N.  McNabb  Ralph  A.  CanniS  M.  V.  Mobley  Antonio  Carrano  John  H.  Parsons  OUver  Celeltine  Harold  Peacock  Jessie  A.  Clark  Dalio  Perez  Charles  Coburn  MT.  WILSON  HOSPITAL  Edward  Poe  James  T.  Corlis  PIKESVILLE,  MD.  K.  Raana  Elroy  P.  Cox  Harold  Rosecrans  Theodore  Moss  R.  Craz  A.  A.  Sampson  Leon  Diliberto  USPHS  HOSPITAL  S.  P.  Schieffler  Leo  Dwyer  STATEN  ISLAND,  NY  Wilbur  H.  Scott  Arthur  C.  Fivek  James  SneU  Victor  Arevalo  James  A.  McFerrea  B.  D.  Foster  Andrew  Stauder  Eduardo  Balboa  Alexander  McHarg  E.  E.  Gross  Clyde  L.  Stm  Jack  Brest  John  A.  McDonald  John  Hane  Leo  B.  Stone  Maurice  Burnstine  David  McMuUen  Leo  H.  Lang  Reino  Sundberg  Joseph  Callahan  Kenneth  Marplo  Clyde  H.  Lanier  WU.  F.  Vaughan  Geo.  W.  Canning  Erling  Melle  Anth.  J.  Laperouse  J.  E.  Ward  Robert  Carey  John  Muehleck  Antonio  Caruso  Alfred  Mueller  USPHS  HOSPITAL  Walpole  Clark  Leonard  Murphy  NORFOLK,  VA.  G.  W.  Cobb  Kurt  A.  Nagel  Dusan  DeDuisin  L.  T.  McGowan  S.  Crother  Frank  Nering  C. .M.  Gray  David  A.  Parris  Spero  Demolas  Philip  Nichols  Eugene  Gardner  Arthur  Ronning  Steve  Deri  T.  Papoutsaglov  Otis  J.  Harden  S.  E.  Roundtree  Rafael  C.  Diaz  David  Pashkoff  John  B.  HatcheU  Harry  S.  Sosa  John  V.  Dolan  Alexander  Peffanta  Leslie  M.  Jackson  Ernest  J.  Stanley  Edw.  F.  Dompkosky  Alton  E.  Porter  Thomas  J.  Kustas  Alyerq^ DosSantos  Robert  E.  Qulna  John  FanoU  USPHS  HOSPITAL  George  Rojiss  John  Fitzsimmons  Pedro  Sanchez  GALVESTON,  TEX.  Robert  Gribben  VirgU  Sandberg  ' '  Louis  L.  Bentley  George  B.  ParneU  CarroU  Harper  Isadora  Schector  Francis  H.  Coggins  Donald  A.  Ruddy  Robt.  Hennekens  Lewis  Seward  Henry  Harz  Ed.  B.  Sigouney  WU.  M.  Herman  Frank  Taggart  Eric  W.  Johnson  Jos.  L.  Springer  Oskar  Kirs  Joseph  Traxler  ^bert  F.  KnauS  Johil  O.  Strickland  John  Krewson  Alfonso  VaUejo  James  R.  Mathews  Geo.  A.  Williams  Lud.  Kristiansen  Miguel  Velez  Joseph  Neubauer  James  R.  Lewis  Edward  Voltz  USPHS  HOSPITAL  Victor  N.  Litardl  Francis  WaU  SAN  FRANCISCO,  CAL.  Joseph  Lucas  Ralph  Wanamaker  Jesse  E.  Collins  B.  Parkinson  ^ USPHS  HOSPITAL  George  Crosby  James  SkarvelU  FORT  WORTH,  TEX.  James  Hart.  Peter  Smith  Joseph  P.  Wise  A.  Lykiardopoulos  David  Sorensen  PROVIDENCE  HOSPITAL  VA  HOSPITAL  MOBILE,  ALA.  FAYETTEVILLE.  NC  John  J.  Kane  W.  K.  Bodenheimer  Losing  Eyesight  At  Forty,  He  Collects  Disability  Pay  Last  December  Seafarer  George  B.  Thurmer  came  up  to  Charles Edwin Higham, born  Au­ SIU headquarters to retire his  book after ten  years' member­ Richard  Joseph  Iwen,  born  July  Michael  Earl  Sanford,  bom  Au­ gust 26,1952. Parents, Mr. and Mrs.  ship  in  the  SIU.  The  40­year­old  Seafarer  was  being  com­ 21,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  gust 9, 1952.  Parents, Mr. and  Mrs.  Armon  Jimmie  Higham, 202  North  pelled to give up his livelihood"*^^  Earl  F.  Iwen,  200  South  Warren  Benjamin  Sanford,  903  B.  Walker  Lafayette Street,  Mobile, Ala.  because  he  was  slowly  going  since  his  optic  nerve  was  deteri­ Street, Watertown,  Wis.  Street, Chickasaw,  Ala.  orating  steadily.  The  doctors  con­ blind from a rare eye disease.  4­4  4  fessed  that  they  couldn't  explain  Thurmer, known  to many  on  the  Joseph Kim  Tatu|n, bom  August  t  4  4  4  30,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  Robin Line  run as the "railroading  the reason  for his  condition.  Belinda  Barbara  Diaz,  bom  Au­ Scarlet  Ann  Garrett,  bom  Au­ William  _A.  Tatum,  1051  Church  seaman,"  lefi  New  York  for  his  Now at  least, he  has the comfort  gust  19,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  gust 1, 1952. Parents,  Mr. and  Mrs.  home  in  Oliver  Springs,  Tennes­ of  knowing  that the checks  will  be  Mrs,  Eddie  Diaz,  168  22nd  Street,  Leonard  I.  Garrett,  "2020  Briar  Street,  Mobile,  Ala.  see,  where his  wife  and  two  young  coming  to  him  regularly,  via  the  Tampa, Fla.  4  4  4  sons  awaited  him  not  knowing  Oaks  Lane, Houston  19,  Tex.  Welfare  Plan.  As  Thurmer  Juanita  Larson,  born  Aubust  7,  what  the future  held  for  him.  To­ SIU  wrote  the  plan,  "I  wish  to  thank  i>  t>  it  1952.  Parents, Mr.  and  Mrs.  Leroy  day,  he  is  one  of  an  increasing  any and all officials who have made  4  4  4  ^  Robert  Friend,  bom  July  29,  Ricky Brace Bamette, bom  April  J. Larson,  General  Delivery, Pearl  number  of  disabled  seamen  who  it  possible  for  disabled  seafarers  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  John  5,  1952,  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  River, La.  '  .  is  being  helped  out  by  the  SIU's  to have  someone to  turn to  in time  L.  Friend,  144­49  177  Street,  Floyd  G.  Bamette,  1502  Boyle  $15 a  week  disability  benefit.  4  4  4  of  stress and  need.  i b Queens,  NY.  Street,  Baltimore  30,  MdL  Wanda  Elizabeth  Knapp,  bom  Optic Nerve Going Bad  ^  "I anwery  happy  to  be  a  mem­ July. 27,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  At  the  time  he  quit  the  sea,  ber  of  this  very fipe  organization^  it  ^  $1  4  4  4  Claudia  Jean  Futch,  bom  July  William Cooper Sellers, Jr,, born  Mrs. Frank  H. Knapp,  658 Seventh  Thurmer had  been told  by eye spe­ and  can  wish  nothlbg  but  success  Abrero,  Santurce,  Puerto  cialists that  nothing could  b^^one  in  any further  undeiialdiigs of  th^.  29,  1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Mrs.  August  30, 1952.  Parents,  Mr.  and  Street,  Rico.  ,  ,  ,  'v  to  preserve  his  dlmlnlaliing  afgh  ilU."  �Friday.  September  19,  195t  SEAFARERS  IOC  SEEIN*  THE  SEAFARERS  With WALTER  SIEKMANN'  Face Twenty­swea  Blind Seafqrer Happy In Hame  .  Sightless Joe  Germane, the 64­year­old  veteran Seafarer  whom  the Union  took  out of  a  New Jersey  poorhouse, is getting along fine in  a  private  boarding  home.  Germano,  one  of  the first Seafarers to  receive the SIU  disability benefit, was visited  recently by  Walter Siek­ mann,  director  of  Welfaret  Services  in  the  course  of  his  rounds.  Seafarers  will  recall  that  Ger­ mane was  cooped  up in  the forbid­ ding  Hudson  County  Almshouse,  Secaucus,  NJ,  where  he  did  noth­ ing  but  sit  in  a  chair  from  nforn­ ing  to  night  There  was  nobody  Steve  Deri  says  that  he  wants  to  express  his  gratitude  to  the  Sea­ farers'who saved  his  iife  while  he  was  on  the Ocean  Lotta. Steve  and  there  to  care  for  a  blind  man.  some  other  guys  were  working  way  up  on  the  crbsstrees, cradling  the  When  the  SIU  learned  of  his  boom.  They  were  about  40  or  more  feet  above  the  deck,  when  Steve  plight,  the  Union  took  him  out  of  was  knocked  out, and  if  the  guys  who  were  working  with  him  hadn't  the  poorhouse  and  placed  him  held  onto  him,  he  probably  wouldn't  be  vvith  us  now. As  it was,  Steve  temporarily  in  a  boarding  home in  was  unconscious  for  two  days.  He's  out  of  the  hospital  now,  and  is  Brooklyn  where  he  is  getting  first  rate  care  and  treatment.  cdnvalescing  in  his  home  in  New  Jersey.  Collected  That  OT  A  Good  Feeder  Bob  Gribben  over  in  Staten  Island  Hospital  found  out  that  some­ Siekmann  visited  Germano  dur­ times  it  pays  off  to  have  some  time  on  your  hands.  Bob  was,burned  ing  his  lunch  hour  and  found  him  on a  tanker and  is in the  hospital for  a long haul. Since  he  had nothing  stacking  away  substantial  portions  to  do,  he  started  doing  some  figuring,  an^  figured  out  that  on  the  of  Italian­style  home  cooking,  in  ship he  had  been  on  before,  he  had  not  been  paid  for  all  the  overtime  marked  contrast  to  the  meager  he  rated. Bob  told  the  Union,  and  the  Union  checked  and  poorly­prepared  fare  he  re­ Seafarer  Joe  Germano  listens  intently  while  Mrs.  Virginia  Tenr  With  the  company  and  came  up  with  $25  in  unpaid  ceived  in  the  poorhouse.  Germano  tonico,  proprietress  of  the  boarding  home,  rea^  him  the  LOG.  overtime for  Bob.  He  also  collected  his  Vacation  Pay,  was  happy  to  get  a  visitor  and  re­ so  he's  really flush.  ^  marked,  "Living  here  is  just  like  By  the  way,  whenever  ^ny  of  you  fellows  are  being on  a  good  feeding ship."  hospitalized  or  go  to  a  hospital  for  treatment  in  a  He said  he  was completely  satis­ foreign  country,  be  sure  that  you  get  a  statement  fied  with  his  surroundings.  He  How  the  new  SIU  Department  of  Welfare  Services  aids  from  the  hospital,  or  at  least  get  the  hospital's  cor­ has a  radio at  his  bedside which  is  Seafarers  in  time  of  need  is  shown  by  the  case of  Seafarer  rect  name  and  address.  Then,  if_you  have  any  beef  a  big  help  considering  he  can't  Anthony  Stanton.  Now  an  out­patient  at  the Staten  Island  later  on,  you'll  be  able  to  check  back.  It's  a  good  get around  too  much.  In addition,  USPHS  hospital, Stanton  suf­ idea  to  get  a  complete  statement,  including  a  diag­ he  has  made  fast  friends  with  an­ fered  minor  burns  and  scald­ him  under the  contract, and  a  cash  settlement  for  the  injury.  nosis  and  telling  what  treatment  you  got,  if  you  can.  other  boarder  whq owned  a  tavern  a fuel  oil  tank over­ See  Union  Fast  , It's  also  a  good  idea  to  get  somebody  who  can  speak  the  language  to  on  Mulberry  Street,  New  York,  ing when  flowed  aboard  the  Potrero  Hills  "This accident has taught  me one  go  with  you  so  they  can  tell  the  doctors  what's  bothering  you.  years  ago,  where  Germano  used  to  (Mar­Trade)  on  which  he  had  thing," he  declared, "and  that  is to  "Chips"  EricKson's wife  just  had  a  baby  boy, called  Tommy. "Chips"  hang  out.  signed  on as  FWT.  get  in  touch  with  the  Union  right  figured  that the  various  benefit's  he's  gotten  from  the  Union  have  paid  The  only  fly  in  the  ointment  as  • Stanton went  to  the  hospital  for  away when  something happens. If J  for  furnishing  his. apartment, as  well  as covering  the  far  as  Germano  is­concerned  is  treatment  and  then  came  up  to  hadn't found out  about the Welfare  medical  bills  for  the  baby.  It  looks  as  if  Robert  J.  the  inability  of  medical  science  to  the  SIU  hall.  "1 didn't even  know  Services 1 might  have  been  out  of  Burns  is  going  to  be  collecting  that  $200  maternity  restore  his  sight.  The  Union  has  there  was  such  a  thing  as  a  De­ luck. 1 not  only  got  my  money  this  benefit and  $25 baby  bond along  about  October. Bob's  seen  to  it  that  he  is  receiving  the  partment  of  Welfare  Services,"  he  way  but  1 got  a  lot  faster  service  wife  and  home  are  out  in  Portland,  Me.  best  of  medical  care,  but  doctors  said,  "but  I  was  referred  to  it  by  than  if  1 tried chasing  after  it  my­ John  Falasco  is  doing  pretty  well  these  days.  He's  are  unanimous  that  there  is  vir­ one  of  the  patrolmen  when  he  self.  taking  it  easy  on  the  beach  right  now  after  being  found  out  what  happened  to  me."  "I'd  like to  tell all  the fellows  if  tually  no  hope  of  seeing  again.  hospitalized  off  a  Calmar  ship.  John  is  pretty  well  "If  you  could  find  a  doctor  to  In  short  order Stanton  was  sev­ they  get  in  a  fix  like  mine  not  to  known  as  one  of  the  volunteer  organizers  in  the  fix  me  up,"  Germano  said  hope­ eral  hundred  dollars  richer  as  the  waste any  time, but  go right  to  the  Cities  Service  drive  in  the  black  gang.  fully,  "1  would  ship  out  again.  1  Union  went  to  bat  for  him  and  Union.  That  way  you're  sure  of  Martin  Linsky  has  been  transferred  from  Man­ Linsky  can  still  work  if  only 1 could  see."  collected maintenance and  cure due  getting  what's due you."  hattan  Beach  to  Staten  Island  for  an  operation.  Martin's  a  good  Union  man,  and  his  wife  is  a  real  good  union  gaL  She's been  walking a  picketline in  front of  a  laundry in  Savannah, Ga.,  for  about  the  last  year.  Old  Friends  Very  Welcome  Tampa's  latest  to  receive  SIU  Bob  Quinn  is  one  of  the  real  oldtimers  in  the  SIU.  He  joined  the  maternity  benefits  is  little  Union  right  at its start. Born  70  years ago  in Mississippi,  Bob  has been  Belinda  Diaz  who  came  into  going to  sea for  almost  all  of  his life.  He's  been  in  the  hospital about  this  world  on  August  19.  The  two  months  and figures  that  he's  still  got  abflTut  three  or  four  months  proud  parents  are  Mr.  and  to go.  He's in  a  cast right  now and  can't move  his legs  or  back, so  he'd  • Mrs. Eddie  Diaz.  Eddie,  who  like  any  of  his  old  friends  to  stop  up  to  the  hospital  and  visit  with  sails  as  steward  and  chief  him  for  a'  while.  cook,  hailed  the  maternity  Many  Seafarers  will  be  glad  to  hear  that  oldtime  bo(dunember  John  benefit  as  "the  finest  thing  Edwards  over  at  Manhattan  Beach  hospital  is figuring  on  being  dis­ any  union  ever  had."  The  charged  from  there  soon.  He's  been fighting  TB  for  over  two  years.  Diaz family  is looking  forward  John  will  be  going  home  to  Cocoa,  Fla.,  where .the  sun  shines  all  the  to a  new  home they  are  build­ time,  to  recuperate from  TB.  ing in  Tampa, after  which  Dad  Mateo  H.  Lorenzo,  who  was  steward  on  the  Seatrain  New  Jersey,  will  ship  out  again  some  time  came  up  to  the  hall  to  collect  his  $200  maternity  benefit.  He  and  his  in  October  or  November.  wife,  Elsie,  just  had  a  pretty  little  baby  girl  who  they're  calling  4>  4"  41  Rachael.  ~  With  mother,  Margaret  Han­ . sen,  busy  elsewhere,  Walt  Siekmann,  SIU  Director  of  Welfare Services,  practices  his  baby  sitting  technique  on  Os­ i  mund  Hansen  while  his  "big  The  deaths  of  the  following  and  two  children,  of  433  Washing­ brother"  Arthur  Hansen,  Jr.  Seafarers  have  been  reported  to  ton Avenue, Dorchester, Mass., sur­ keeps  a  close  watch  on  the  the  Seafarers  Welfare  Plan  and  vive  him.  Burial  took  place  at  the  proceedings.  Baby's  dad,  Ar­ $2,500  death  benefits  are  being  Riverview '^Cemetery,  Wilmington,  thur  L.  Hansen  sails  as  chief  Del.  paid  to  beneficiaries.  cook out  of  the New  York  hall,  i  4.  4  and  was  on  an  SIU  ship  while  Luis  S. Osma,  55:  Brother  Osma  Marvin  D.  Bozard,'30:  Brother  this  picture  was  taken.  died  on  May  3  in  the USPHS  Hos­ Bozard  succumbed  to  a  chronic  pital  in  New  Orleans.  A  native  of  Peru,  he  joined  the  SIU  in  April,  complaint  on  July  27,  in  Mobile,  1948,  and  sailed  as a  utility  man  in  Ala.  He  sailed  in  the  deck  depart­ ­the stewards  department. He is  sur­ ment  ahd  had  been  a  member  of  vived  by his  daughter, Dora  Saldar­ the SIU for the  past ten  years.  He  Any  totaily  disabled  Sea­ reaga  of  Mango Capa, Callao,  Peru.  leaves  his  mother,  Mrs.  W.  R.  Bo­ farer,  regardless  of  age,  who  zard  of  Orangeburg, S.  C.  t>  it  qualifies  for  benefits  under  3^  4"  t  Clarence  R.  Beckman,  41:  On  the  Seafarers  Welfare  Plan,  Judson  Clark  Palmer,  Jr.,  35:  May  26,  Brother  Beckman  died  of  is  eligible  for  the  $15  weekly  exposure  and  shock  in  the  Wil­ During  a  voyage  of  the Seawind in  disability  benefit  for  as  long  mington  General  Hospital,  Wil­ the North  Atlantic, Brother Palmer  as  ^e  is  unable  to  work.  Ap­ mington,  Del.,  a  casualty  of  the  w^ lost at sea on  July 16.  He had  plications  and  queries  on  un­ collision  between"^  the  Tanker  been  sailing  as  an  oiler  in  the  en­ usual situations should  be sent  Michael  ai.d  the  Tanker  A.  C.  gine  department  since  1948,  when  to  the  Union. Welfare  Dodge  in  the  Delaware  River  the  he  joined  the SIU in  Baltimore. He  Trustees,  0o  SIU  HeadtfUar­  .  day  before.  He  Was  serving  as  an  is  survived  by  his  wife,  Mrs. J.  C.  ters,  675  Fourth  Avenue,  AB  in  the  deck  department  at  the  Palmer, El  Rancho Cafeteria,  West  Brooklyn  32.  NY.  .  ­ time.  His  wiffej. Mildred  Beckman,  Beach, Blldxl,  Miss.  (iVews  about  men  in the  hospitals  and  Seafarers  receiving  SIU  Wel­ fare  Benefits  will  be  carried  in  this  column.  It  is  written  by  Seafarer  Walter  Siekmann  based  on  items  of  interest  turned  up while  he  makes  his  rounds  in  his  post  as  Director  of  Welfare  Services.)  Welfare Got  Him $$  Fast  SIU Babies in Florida And New  York  FINAL  DISPATCH  How To Get  Disabled  Pay  iiiHi  �ymwm"  SEAFARERS ^ LOG  S*pf. 19  1952  OFFICIAL  ORGAN  OF  THE  SEAFARERS  I N TE R N AT I O N AI  U N I O N  »  ATLANTIC  AND  GULP  DISTRICT  •  AFL  •   ife'U'  •  • An  <A:0­:[.:0r,  0].,:,.^::  ­V  . '  ­f 'f:"'  . /• ; >:i,­• ^  fi y,  '  '  i  • • ' • i' :i   ­  . ^  ^  >  f  •  / :  •  f:.  fff'f'  ^• "• ''' "f.if • :  .•   " .  •  ­ 'ff;'.'.• !   t.J  J  y  ^  ­J.  •  ''  •  'f  j­:r ­ I&'i •  &• •  fet?': '  ^A.:, •   fe­' .  if  f ­­.2^0:: ­  f:; i  !  .  .K:­ : fi­:• f'i    f  ^V^­v:•   • .­• • • ;?•o'   • • • A    ­ti­.'  I  •   • :  V.  !  •  1  i  •  m  m  }©.• ;• • • •   • '  . " ;>•   '•­   ,'  ­.;' *• '"  '.  ­.^  • i­ :  T^V  . ­  S'  :  .;'v  f'MiifPt:  Lx  Presentation  of  this  yecjir's  annual  merit awards by the International Labor  Press  of  America  marks  another  great  milestone  in the  history  of  the  5IU  and  its  newspaper, the  SEAFARERS  LOG.  /  ;  Competing  with  labor  papers  from  all  over  ffie US, the  LOG  came through  to win  three  top  awards, including  the  most  coveted  of  them  all—First  Prize  for "General Editorial  Excellence."  The  other  two  were:  First  Prize  for  "Best  Front  Page" and  Second  Prize for "Best  Feature  Article."  The SlU and the LOG staff are grateful  hs'K  ,  WA'­ si'  .MA  ­.­i  I  '  .  i •' '  . T  .fiisif,:!*:  St.  • • if'.t;  f:;>'­;i'­'i;i,.:f  H:­ ­ •   1  f i ", '  fii ­'­­f;'"'• • "• • '""i  i  ­A0>'­r  ijz.  •  '•   . ­'v ­A. .  .  t  m ^  : i  for  this  recognition,  as  we  consider  it  fitting  that  the  greatest  labor  union  in  the  maritime  field  should  also  travel  "first­class" with  its  newspaper.  At  the  same  time, however, credit  is  likewise due to all Seafarers.  Your  con­ tinued  support  down through the  years  shows  that  you  have  confidence  ih  the  LOG  as  your  most  reliable  source  of  news.  M.  ­y.'  4'  .  rS^x'­ You have made this newspaper q true  voice of the  membership ancf  one of the  • .y.'­y0­x ­yy  most widely  read and  respected  labory}'­A'A'M0h^  ^  W  ;  newspapers in the country.  •  .  � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource September 19, 1952 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XIV, No. 19 Description An account of the resource Headlines: FREIGHTER PACT NEARLY COMPLETE; TANKSHIPS NEXT NOMINATING OPENS FOR 49 OFFICES WELCOME MAT OUT FOR AFL CONCLAVE ATLANTIC TANKERMEN PUBLISH OWN PAPER BRIDGES IS PERJURER, COURT SAYS MARITIME TRADES SEEKS AFL SEAT, PLANS LAKES DRIVE LOG WINS 3 TOP PRIZES IN LABOR NEWS CONTEST ILA VOTING ON PAY HIKE ARBITRATION US TONNAGE LOST IN '51 WORLD HIGH BALTIMORE COMMITTEE HUNTS FOR NEW BLDG SIU ACTION HALTS HOSPITAL CLOSING BOAT MISHAP TAKES LIVES OF TWO MEN UNION-RUN SEVEN SEAS NIGHT CLUB PROVES BIG HIT IN OPENING WEEK VOTING ENDS ON NEW UNION CONSTITUTION SPANISH PERMIT COSTLIER THAN CAR USSR TAKES 14 SHIPS FOR USE AS TRANSPORTS DEL RIO CREWMEN PROUD OF PRIZE GALLEY GANG MTD BACKING PAS OFF FOR PA. SUGAR WORKERS ITU STARTS US'S FIRST LABOR DAILY RESOLUTION ON 1953 OFFICIALS UNION TALK OPENING NIGHT AT SIU NIGHT CLUB SCUTTLING JOBLESS PAY CONSTRUCTIVE PROGRAM THE LOG AWARDS THE SIU NIGHTCLUB 'BON VOYAGE' - HURRY HOME THEY ROBBED US OF YOUTH! GREAT LAKES CRUISE SHIPS ARE DYING OUT CREW STUDYING 'GIRL SAN' TALK SHIP'S COOK AN ARTIST AT RANGE SHIP TRANSFERS INJURED SEAMAN LUCK RODE WITH THIS SKIPPER SIU GIRLS' BASEBALL TEAM WALLOPS BOYS' CLUB 17-9 ROBIN HOOD RIDES 'HOSPITAL RUN' SHIPMATES AID STRICKEN BROTHER 'OILBOAT OLGA' FINDS EUROPE YARDS COSTLY NEW AMBROSE LIGHTSHIP SET FOR NY PORT LOSING EYESIGHT AT FORTY, HE COLLECTS DISABILITY PAY BLIND SEAFARER HAPPY IN HOME WELFARE GOT HIM $$ FAST Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/19/1952 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America 1952 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9208e7199dbffbafca59b5e36bf9a952.PDF d1008ac49fce3c82f30e4f303a56dbd4 PDF Text Text 74 Qualify For 5IU Balloting -Btiary Pag« 3, Report Page 29 SEAFARERS^LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO siu HOFFA TWOELECnONS Detroii: Puerto Rico: Wins t9-Ship Fleet, SIU-277, IBT-171 Tuna Cannery Votes 5IU-2S5,1BT-8 Story On Page 9 IHileany Overrules SIU On Scow Issue Story On Page 2 INDEX To Departments The SIU Inland Boatman ^ —^Pages 3, 9 The SIU Industrial Worker —Page 25 SIU Social Security Dep't ^Pagei) 12, 13, 14 siu Safety Deportment The Pacific Coast Seafarer —^Pages 22, 23 SIU Medical Department —Page 19 NMU Attacking V: •' liv. • The Great Lakes Seafarer —^Pages 10, 11 The Fisherman and Cannery Worker —Page 18 The Canadian Seafarer —Page 21 —Page T e o- . SIU Food, Ship Sanitation Dep't —^Page 20 e Editorial Cartoon —Page 15 A&G Deep Sea Shipping Report —^Page 6 e Shipboard News —PageB 27, 28, 29 .-Ai At Labor Board Story On Page S Senate Group Condemns Anti-Ship ICC Practices -Story On Page 5 $tV LA90R BAY PAKADERS—See Page 32 ' 'E. * �Pace Twe SE4PARERS AFL-CIO President (Seorge Meany has ruled against the SIU in rela­ tion to the recent affiliation of Deck Scow Captains Local 335. A wire sent hy Meany to the SIU on Sieptember 1 ordered the SIU to withdraw the charter it issuedf to the Scow Captains and to "refrain from any further effort" to organize them. Meany's wire was the outgrowth However, the pickets were removed on of an agreement reached July 25 reaching agreement that the strike issues ending a iive-day strike of the scow would be decided by Meany. The SIU then captains against major building ma­ submitted detailed documentation as to terials companies in New York. The how the Scow Captains came to affiliate scow captains' strike had been suc­ with the SIU. The following Is the full text cessful in shutting down activity in of the SIU's presentation. On page 3 is LOG Septcmlier, IfM efforts led to the letter of Invitation to NMU in anticipation of a vote of dis­ the four unions previously mentioned. affiliation. Shortly thereafter, members of Deck After the disaffiliation, about June 9, Scow captains Local„335, received a com­ Joseph O'Hare, UMD-NMU, distributed munication from Joseph O'Hare, In which the constitution of t)ie new local, with he said, among other things, "I note in pledge cards seeking to raid Deck Scow recent propaganda that Wilhelm is already Captains Local 335, unaffiliated. (Sec Ap­ looking for an International to which he pendix—Exhibit 12—Constitution of Local wants to affiliate Local 335. The Seafarers 335, UMD-NMU and Exhibit 8—Letter would be a good choice since they only dated June 9 from Joseph O'Hare.) have a few thousand unemployed and with Again on June 27, 1930, Joseph O'Hare rotary shipping you might be able to work sent a letter plus pledge cafds and mem­ as much as 2 or 3 months a year." (See bership application cards for tlje new New York. During the course of the the text of the agreement to resolve the Appendix, Exhibit 8—Letter from O'Hare.) union, "Local 335, United Marine Divi­ sion." (See Appendix, Exhibit 13a—Letter strike, Teamster President James Hoffa issues, and the subsequent exchange of LETTER FROM PRESIDENT GURRAN put pressure on Teamsters Local 282 to . wires. Exhibits referred to are not in­ Several days after the SIU received the dated June 27, 1969, Exhibit 13b—UMD cross picket lines. But rank and file Team­ cluded because of the volume of the ma­ Deck Scow Captains' letter of Invitation, Pledge Cards.) O'Hare's action amounts to a raid upon sters expressed their support of the strike terial involved such as contracts and other a letter was received from President lengthy documents. by refusing to do so. Joseph Curran of the National Maritime the membership of Deck Scow Captains Union. The Curran letter and the reply Local 335, as affiliated with the SIU. . Concurrently with O'Hare's action, the NATUK& AND TTOMPOSITlON OF Since they were affiliated through, the sent by, SIU President Hall are as follows: employers refused to recognize the con­ ^See Appendix, Exhibit 9A—^Letter from United Marine Division with the National UNION tract, fired members of Deck Scow CapJoseph Curran; 9B—^Reply from .Pani' Maritime Union, the SIU advised them Deck Scow Captains Local 335 is comitaiss Local 335, and hired replacements posed of men who man scows in the Port that the proper place to address this re­ HaU.) from O'Hare in direct violation of the (The NMU President's letter described quest was to the president of the National of New York, with a membership of 700 the Deck Scow Captains' action as the hiring clause of the Deck Scow Captains to 750. The local has always been conv- Maritime Union, Joseph Curran. The SIU product of a few disgruntled individuals Local 335-agreement. Section II (b). (See heard nothing further from this group. pletely autonomous, with its own set of However, the SIU has sin'Ce learned that and asked that the'SIU disregard their in­ Appendix, Exhibit 14—Cnntract between officers, its own constitution and by-laws, vitation. In reply, SIU Secretary Paul Employers and Deck Scow Captains Local the above inentioncd committee was un­ and its own contracts. These agreements able to arrange a meeting with Curran Hall noted that circumstances surround­ 335.) are signed by the Local union with the Harbor Carriers of the Port of New York, and was referred to another officer of the ing the matter rhade it incumbent upon' NLRB CHARGES AND LAWSUIT National Maritime Union, who told them him to attend the meeting.) and some independent carriers. . Consistent efforts to resolve this Issue this was a matter between the Deck Scow We had also learned that the Teamsters - of employers' non-recognition* through HISTORY OF LOCAL UNION'S RELA­ Captains Local 335 and Joseph O'Hare of were-: sending a representative to this : peaceful means were unsuccessful. At the TIONSHIPS AND STATUS ~ the United Marine Division with which meeting, and failure of any AFL-CIO affil­ end of June 1960, action was filed in Fed­ iate to attend could well lead to the Teanv- eral. Court charging breach, of contract on . Prior to 1954, Deck Scow Captains Local they were-affiliated. sters taking over this local and getting a the part of the employers, also charges 335 was known as Deck Scow Captains Local 933-4 and war an autonomous affili­ COMMUNICATIONS FROM DECK foothold -in AFL-CIO jurisdiction in the were filed before the National Labor Re­ .. . ate of the International Longshoremen's SCOW CAPTAINS LOCAL 335 re: Inde­ maritime industry. lations -Board for Unfair Labor Practices. Association, AFL. This reiationship had pendent iStatus and Desire for Union (See Appeniilx, Exhibit 15 — NLRB DECK SCOW MEMBERSHIP DECISION. existed for a period of some 20 years. (See Aifiliatiott Charge.) JUNE 19 Appendix, Exhibit 1 — Contraei between Finally on July 17, 1960, at a regular On June 13, 1960, the SIU received a On June 19, SIU representatives apDeck Scow Captains Local 933-4 and Em­ membership meeting, attended by 356, communication from the officers of Deck pear.ed at the regular. membership-meet­ ployers.) members, a strike Vote was taken to effect* In 1954, by a vote of 232 to 21, the Scow Captains Local 335, setting forth ing of the Deck Scow Captains locaL the two major companies controlling a that the organization was "presently un­ O'Hare and h group of tugboatmen from membership voted to affiliate with the majority of the sand and gravel opera­ United Mine Workers, District 50, break­ affiliated" and that a committee had been Local 333 were in front of the building tions in the harbor, the other companies elected to communicate with international and attempting to dissuade members of ing their ties with the ILA. The Local were not struck. Some 430 deck scow moved into the United Mine Workers as unions for the purpose of securing an affil­ the Deck Scow Captains local from attend­ captains walked off their jobs to do picket iation. The letter invited a representative ing their'regular membership meeting. a body and the employers, recognized and Whiiq the SIU representative was ad­ duty at the 26 installations that were honored the contracts in effect under the of the SIU to address their next member­ ship meeting to explain the details of • dressing the meeting, we were informed struck throughout the port. The strike was previous affiliation, although their name .affiliation with the SIU. The communica­ that when the Teamsters representative, effective, fOf five days an4.exMc4 upon, .the had been changed to Local M-102. TheIntervention of AFL-CIO President Meany contract had been signed under the name tion also pointed out that identical com­ Sam Del Grasso Of Local 518 of the Team­ through his administrative assistant, Peter munications had been sent to the IBT, sters Marine Division, out of Jersey City, of Local 933-4 ILA. (See Appendix, Ex­ McGavin, obtaining an agreement that the hibit 2a,—^Agreement between Employers the ILA and the NMU. (See Appendix. arrived at the entrance of the meeting issues would be submitted to President Exhibit 5—Letter of Invitation to SIU, hall, he was met by O'Hare. Following a and Deck Scow Captains Local 933-4 ILA; discussion between the two, Del Grasso Meany for final and binding decision. Exhibit 2b—Letter from Employers recog­ IBT, NMU, etc.) Meanwhile, the SIU was requested to re­ The reasons given by the Deck Scow apparently changed his mind and left the move picket lines and have the men return nizing changeover and continuation of meeting site. Captains Local 335 for their disaffibation contract.) The SIU representative discussed the to work on tlje assurance that there would At the same time. Locals 333, repre­ from the United Marine Division were terms of affiliation under which the be no discrimination of any kind. senting tugboat crews, and coal barge that O'Hare had taken steps to destroy Local 334, both affiliated with District 50 their autonomy. Upon learning of their SIUNA operates and left the meeting. We CONCLUSION Regarding the charges of .raiding of the United Mine Workers, and their dissatisfaction with the status of thgir were subsequently advised that the mem­ previous contracts, sighed under the ILA- contract relationships and with the jack bership voted by secret ballot as follows: " against the SIU which have been made by label were also honored by the employers. of assistance from the United Marine Di­ SIU; 163; No affiliation, 2; Teamsters, 1; the UMD-NMU as 6 result of the affilia­ ' tion of the Deck Scow Captains Local 335 In 1355, the Deck Scow Captains left the vision, O'Hare then sought to merge their NMU 1. We were also informed that at the same with the SIU: membership with Tugboat Local 333 of United Mine Workers and obtained a (1) The SIU is not a party to the "no Federal Labor Union charter from the the United Marine Division, embracing meeting, the membership, by resolution assignetf all its contracts as affiliated with raiding" pacts in effect among signatory AFL. They were assigned the title of some 2,000 members. Exhibit 10 — unions within the AFlrCIO federation of His objective was to enable the larger the SIU. (See Appendix Federal Local #24948. Similarly, the other Letter dated June 22, Advising, of Deck unions. local unions. Locals 333 and 334 also re­ group of tugboat workers to outvote the (2) Upon the request of the office of the ceived Federal Labor Union charters. deck scow captains on every issue that Scow Captains Local 335 Action to Affili­ President of the AFL-CIO, the SIU re­ Again the employers continued to honor might be raised. The method he chose was ate.) ' the agreements in existence under the destruction of an autonomous local union UNITED MARINE DIVISION RAIDING moved the picket lines and had the men return to work and agreed to accept the previous designation and affiliation of the which had existed in this fashion for more MOVE local union. The contract followed the than a quarter of a century. At the time of Deck Scow Captains ruling of the Federation president with local union and the membership. (See A special meeting of the local had been Local 335's disaffiliation from the UMD- respect to the raiding charge. Deck Scow Appendix, Exhibit 3—Contract between called April 11, 1960, at which O'Hare NMU,. its subsequent independent status, Captains Local 335 went on strike upon Employer and Federal Labor Union appeared and urged the membership to and later affiliation with the SIU, notice authorization of the mem^bership with #24948.) dissolve the local and merge with Local of these actions was given to the employer some 430 men from the companies in­ In 1956, by an open*vote of 26 members, 333. The recommendation was rejected on groups. The employers, who had always volved coming off their job to picket and action was taken by the local to terminate the grounds that the men would be out­ recognized previous changes in affiliation otherwise support the strike acticki. (3) The raiding charge is completely Its Federal Labor Union "status and to numbered four to one, with the tugboat- as- a routine matter and continued to affiliate with the United Marine Division • men deciding issues affecting the scow honor contracts in- effect, now refused to without foundation because the Deck Scow of the National Maritime Union. (See Ap­ captains, and that the scow captains' jobs deal with Deck Scow Captains Local 335 Captains Local 335 sought out the SlU as pendix, Exhibit 4 — Minutes of Special and hiring procedures would be jeopar­ claiming an agreement with the non- well as other unions at a time when It Meeting—Deck Scow Captains Local 335, dized. existing 335 UMD-NMU. (See Appendix- was and had been unaffiliated and inde­ pendent. Furthermore, under no circum­ May 7, 1956.) As a result, at the regular monthly Similar action was .taken Individually meeting in May, a motion was made to' Exhibit 11—^Letter dated Jane 14, From stances can the Deck, Scow Captains Local 335 affiliation with the SIU be construed by each of the two other local unions, the hold a special membership meeting on HARBOR CARRIERS.) The employers advised the Deck Seow as a raid upon the collective bargaining tugboatmen and the coal bargemen. Again May 29, at which time the membership the employers promptly recognized the would vote on whether to disaffiliate from , Captains Local 335 that the UMD-NMU relationship of an AFL-CIO affiliate be­ new organizations and continued to honor the UMD. This meeting "was held follow­ had appointed an administrator, Jim Mur­ cause. no such relationship existed be­ fBe agreements although they had not ing appropriate notice to the membership, ray, for Local 335 UMD with D. Mahoney tween the employers and the UMD-NMU. and M., Jensen as assistants and T. Anglim On the contrary, the collective bargaining been signed under an NMU label. and a secret ballot vote was held. (See as office manager. All of the foregoing are relationship exists between the employers SCOW CAPTAIN'S COMMITTEE MEET­ Appendix, Exhibit 6—Letter of notice members of ^cal 333—tugboatmen, not and Deck Scow Captains Local 335. As a dated May 17, 1960.) ING WITH SIU, JANUARY 1960 matter of fact, it is the UMD-NMU which, scow captains. The executive board was imanimous in About January 1960, a bommittee from When, on May 15, Deck Scow Captains hy the formation of a new union, is seek­ Deck Scow Captains Local 335 called upon support of the disaffiliation motion. The Local 335 moved for a May 29 spiecial ing to encroach upon or raid the estab­ the STU, and requested the SIU's assist- disaffiliation motion carried 131; to 14;' meeting for the purpose of deciding on a lished cpllective bargaining relationship nnce. They cited lack of'assistance from (See Appendix, Exhibit 7—Letter daied disaffiliation, the UMD-NMU theh pre- ; between the emplpyeris and the Deck Scow the United Marine Division, NMU, In Jane 3, reporting disaffiUottcns nOfion.) ^ liared 'a' h'ew constitution esl^blishing g. Captains. Locaii ,335, ap; affiiiated, with,JtKp prosecuting beefs with their employer: - A committee was" then elected who6e h'ew unfdh known ks' Local 335," UMD- EIU, �Bepfember, I960 SEAFARERS Of Exchanges On Scow Captains Agrreement J3e It resolved, that the parties of the SIU, AFL-CIO, and UMD, NMU, AFL-CIO, have agreed: (re: current tie-up of scow captains In Port of New York). 1. That AFL-CIO President George Meany shall decide the issues involved within the meaning of the coilstitution of the Federation, and that his findings shall be final and binding on both parties. 2. That President Meany will attempt to render his decision within the next 13 days or as soon as thereafter as possible, contingent upon the arrangement of a meeting with SIU President Paul Hall and NMU President Joseph Curran. 3. That the workers shall return to work and without discrimina­ tion of any kind. 4. That in compliance with and under the terms outlined above, it is agreed that the SIU will comply with the request of Peter McGavin, that the picket lines be removed and the men returned to work. Joseph O'Hare, pres., UMD-NMU J. "Murry" Miller, UMD NMU AI Kerr, SIU Cal Tanner, SIU* i d!' Sept. 1, 1960 Paul Hall, president « SIUNA I have reviewed and examined all the facts In connection with the current dispute between the NMU and SIU involving the chartering, by the SIU, of a group of workers of Local Union 335 of the NMU and have come to the conclusion that the SIU is in violation of the constitution of the AFL-CIO in this instance. I therefore request that the SIU withdraw the charter which it has issued to this group and refrain from any further effort to organize them into the SIU. George Meany, President » t d) Sept. 1, 1960 7 PM George Meany President, AFL-CIO Re: your wire of September 1, 1960, announcing your decision pertaining to the dispute between the SIU and the UMD-NMU regarding Deck Scow Captain Local 335, this Is to notify you that we comply with your decision and will revoke the charter forthwith. In view of the nature of this dispute, we are certain that all parties involved will take all possible steps as may be required to protect the job rights and union constitutional rights of all of the members of Deck Scow Captains Local 335. Copies of this telegram are being sent to Joseph O'Hare, president yMD-NMU; Thomas Wilhelm, secretary-treasurer. Deck Scow Captains Local 335; Joseph Curran, President, NMU. Paul Hall, President, SIUNA • ^ 4" 4 -Sept. 2, I960. . 'Thdhiali WflhelAl, Becretary-tr^asurer Deck Scow Captains Local 335 Copy of my wire to President Meany acknowledging, receipt of his decision and advising him of our compliance with his request that the SIU withdraw its charter from Deck Scow Captains Local 335 was sent to you. In view of President Meany's decision I must therefore ask that you immediately return the charter that had been issued by our Union to your organization. I am sure that you as a good trade unionist will understand that this action on our part is necessary in view of our responsibility to the labor movement of which we are a part. Please convey to the officers and members of Local 335, from the officers and members of our union, wishes for ultimate success in your .fight to protect the Job rights, union con­ stitutional rights and security of the membership of Local 335. In the brief period of your affiliation with our union we have witnessed the courageous fight you have made to protect your membership against a ruthless employer group. Our people shall long remember your great fight in your successful strike action and the responsible manner in which you conducted yourselves on the picket lines. It was an example any union could be proud of. Copies of this com­ munication requesting the return of our charter are being sent to George Meany, presfdent AFL-CIO, Joseph O'Hare, president UMDNMU and Joseph Curran, president NMU. Paul Hall, President, SIUNA SIU Routs In 19-Ship Fleet, Tuna Cannery Vote DETROIT—^The SIU has come up with two stunning victories over Teamster President James R. Hoffa, routing his raids on the SIU's jurisdiction. The SIt[ Great Lakes District here crowned its most successful organizing year with a lop* sided victory in the 19-ship^ Boland & Cornelius fleet. Hoffa Big Lie Meanwhile, in Puerto Rico, Lakes Seanen Vote Unable to admit the SIU Puerto Rican trouncing at hands of For Teasisfer Union Division handed Hoffa an SIU, Hoffa put out even more one-sided beat­ these reports in official ing in an election among some 400 workers at the Na­ tional Packing Company, a tuna cannery. (See story on this page.) SIU Crushes Hoffa, Others In winning a National Labor Re­ lations Board election in the Ro­ land fleet by the margin of 277 to 171, the SIU crushed opposition by Hoffa, a company "independent brotherhood" and the owners, all of whom had the common objective of keeping Boland seamen from getting SIU representation. The SIU victory was sweetened by the fact that the "independent brotherhood" had been set up just two years ago in the previouslyunorganized fleet for the specific purpose of blocking unionization. It was this same "independent" brotherhood which Hoffa's home local. Local 299 in Detroit, took over at his personal direction and attempted to use as a steppingstone into maritime. The attorney for the "independent brotherhood," the Seamen's National Brother­ hood of the Great Lakes, also hap­ pens to the attorney of record for Hoffa. . Part of Campaign As a result of the SIU win, the unholly alliance of the one-com­ pany "independent" and Hoffa has been swept into the discard. The success in B&C means that during the 1960 navigation season, the SIU has organized four non­ union companies owning 47 ships. All told, since the start of the comprehensive Lakes organizing campaign late in 1957, the SIU Lakes District has organized 74 ships employing nearly 2,000 un­ licensed seamen. Companies in­ volved include Tomlinson, Gartland, Reiss, Pioneer, Buckeye, Steinbrenner and Boland & Cor­ nelius. Speaking of the Boland victory. 74 QUALIFY FOR SIU OFFICE A total of 74 Seafarers have been found fully-qualified to run for Union office and will vie for 43 elective posts open in the coming Atlantic and Gulf District election. This is one of the largest number of positions ever to be placed on an SIU ballot, refiecting the growth and changes ^ in the Union. qualification by headquarters and will be serviced by joint patrolmen Of the 78 Seafarers who the recommendation was approved assigned from the nearest constitu­ nominated themselves, only four were disqualified. Two of the dis­ qualified candidates failed to sub­ mit proper seatime requirements and two were found not in con­ tinuous good standing for three years previous to nomination as required by the constitution. One of the 74 qualified Sea­ farers, Harry Fitzgerald, candidate for "New York joint patrolman, had been disqualified originally by the committee for failure to submit sufficient seatime. He appealed to the membership and submitted ad­ ditional qualifying seatime. As a result, he was recommended for at all SIU membership meetings. Voting on the SIU general elec­ tion of 1961-2-3-4 will being on November 1 and will continue for two months, through December 31, exclusive of Sundays or holi­ days legally recognized in the city or state in which the port is lo­ cated. Voting will be between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM daily and 9 to 12 on Saturdays. Candidates will be elected to posts in the seven constitutional ports and headquarters. Other ports maintained by the SIU, which are not specified in the constitu­ tion, will continue to operate but Pur* TbreO LOG tional port. To familiarize the membership v/ith the candidates and their back­ grounds in advance of the voting, tlie SEAFARERS LOG, in its Octo­ ber, 1960 issue, will print a special supplement containing pictures and biographies of all of the can­ didates for office. In addition, the LOG will carry a sample ballot which will be an exact duplicate of the actual ballots. The full text the eredentials committee repdrt, including the list of qualified candidates, ap­ pears on page 25. Teamster publicatrons. The "vote" referred to was fake affiliation tolly Hoffa rigged before NLRB election. At right is clip from IBT'i "Mid west Labor World," below clip from paper of IBT cen­ tral conference. en In the Great Lakes ^ on represented seamw on 16 ships of three comoaniM , Seamen in the Great 7^ '^"narly membere of an 1^ \ \ fieamea ia the CrSeafarers n f ^Wch js headed I polled 27S vn* •• L'eneraJ Pr^ai^ ^ocal unjon <"• j< ship, Xormerly 'or R. zs """oaoy r^rL ' 'ooma. AI Tanner, SIU Great Lakes Di­ rector of Organization, congratu­ lated the crews for choosing a "genuine- AFL-CIO maritime un­ ion" Respite "dark-of-the-night shenanigans pulled to prevent you from making a free, democratic choice." Election Sought Last Spring The struggle by the Boland sea­ men for SIU representation began in the spring when the SIU peti­ tioned for an NLRB election with pledge cards from a majority of Boland seamen. Hoffa, through his attorney, immediately put the machinery in motion for the "in­ dependent brotherhood" to affiliate with the Teamsters, despite a vote from the members to explore AFLCIO maritime affiliation. On May 14, fhe SIU learned that a committeemen's meeting had been set up in Detroit to give Hoffa a platform to peddle affilia­ tion with Local 299. Thanks to ob­ jections raised by Boland seamen present, the group reluctantly agreed to give the SIU equal tiftie. Hoffa agreed to be present at the meeting at which the SIU of­ ficial was to speak, but failed to show up. Try To Split Vote . SIU President Paul Hall flew in from- New York to address the group, following which Hoffa's at­ torney set up a private election on jaffiliation which was designed to split the pro-SIU vote. The choices were SIU merger; SIU affiliation; no affiliation; Teamster affiliation. Although the leaders of tlie "brotherhood" campaigned ener­ getically for the Teamsters, and, in fact, the election ballots and voting procedures were handled by the Teamsters and the "brotherhood" the total vote cast was 241 for the SIU to 206 for the Teamsters. Nothing daunted, the attorney set up a second vote, in which squads of Teamster representatives handled unknown numbers of ballots and absentee ballots. By virtue of counting an unspecified number of- "absentee" ballots, in­ cluding more than 100 ballots from vessels not in operation, the Teamsters claimed a 275 to 224 "victory." All these "election" maneuvers went for naught when Boland sea­ men went into court complaining about the rig. Faced with the prospect of going to trial and spreading the sordid details oh court records, Hoffa's attorney capitulated and agreed to what the SIU had sought throughout, namely a!i election under the auspices of the NLRB. Boland seamen then clearly demonstrated their prefer­ ence for the SIU. SIU Wins Tuna Plant255-8 The Teamster defeat at Boland & Cornelius was accompanied by another severe setback at the hands of the SIU, this one in Puerto Rico. There the'SIU Puerto Rican Divi­ sion routed the Teamsters in an election at the National Packing Company, a tuna fish cannery, v-liere the Teamsters were also try­ ing to invade SIU jurisdiction. The SIU got 255 votes, the Teamsters just eight votes. The "Dorvillier News Letter" a San Juan publica­ tion, reporting the win, declared, "the sailors' union has landed its biggest victory in three years of island-based organizing in Puerto Rico." There are approximately 400 workers involved. Subsequently, the Puerto Rican Division successfully-concluded an 11-day strike against Volkswagen of Puerto Rico, Inc., winning a twoyear contract covering 95 workers. �hee Four Welfare Plan Liberalizes Benefits On Doctor Calls SEAFARERS LOG SepfemBer, im LABOR Close Down 'BOUND THE WORLQ Kings Point, MMP Asks Two changes in the Seafarers Welfare Plan, Involving docton' SINCE THERE NOW SEEMS TO BE A DIFFERENCE OF OPINION visits to hospitalized patients prior to operations and scholarship in some quarters regarding the true status of so-called "trade uniona" eligibility, have been made by action of the trustees In an August in Soviet Russia, it is interesting to note a statement recently made by 31 meeting. Viktor Grishin, chairman of the All-Union Central Conunittee of Soviet Benefits will now be paid for doctors* calls at the hospital up to Trade Unions. • the date of surgery. Previously, doctors' calls were not paid in President Robert £. Diirkin of Grishin, according to a dispatch sent by the Moscow correspondent surgery cases. Post-operative care by the surgeon Is usually auto­ the International Organization of matically covered by the bill for surgery. Masters, Mates and Pilots, AFL- of the New York Herald Tribune, said in a speech recently that "the The new benefit has been effective as of September 1, 1960. CIO, has strongly reaffirmed that strength of the (Soviet) trade unions lies in (the fact) that they are In a second Welfare Plan change. It has been ruled that children the Merchant Marine Academy at guided -by our party. Accordingly, they must do. all their work under eligible for the scholarship benefit may not be married or self- Kings Point should be abolished. the leadership of the party organizations and with their direct aid." Grishin, as this newspaper pointed out in its last edition, himself supporting. Every candidate must be a dependent child of a Sea­ The original purpose of the provides a sorry commentary cm how the Soviets' so-called "trade farer. Should a scholarship winner become married while attending creation of a Merchant Marine union" apparatus works, for Grishin was a functionary of the Com­ college, however, the scholarship would continue. Academy, according to Durkln, munist Party in the, Moscow area who had never participated in any was to assure the American Mer­ trade union activities until 1956, when he suddenly succeeded N. M. chant Marine sufficient licensed Schvemik as chairman of the Central Committee. personnel, of which there is pres­ In the current situation, Grishin!s remarks were made during a ently a surplus, he said. discussion of-the efforts Soviet workers must make to speed up pro­ The MMP president stressed the duction to help the»Soviet Union reach the economic goals called for difficulty of finding employment in its ambitious seven-year (1959-'65) economic plan. for the present force of licensed At any rate, both Grishin's -r^arks, and the history of the man officers. himself, help to substantiate what this newspaper has maintained all The SIU has long been opposed along—that Is, that the Soviet Union's 'so-called "trade unions" are The largest single package offer of surplus Government to the academy for two. reasons: subject to, controlled and directed by the Communist Party, and that shipping ever made, 219 ships, most of them Libertys, have the military atmosphere under Soviet workers must work for the Party which, on the industrial front, been put on the block. This unwanted World War II tonnage, which students are trained for is interested primarily in^higher production for the benefit of the civilian jobs, and because Govern­ state, rather than in the welfare and well-being of the workers them­ going for salvage, was built" ment funds are used to train a selves. at a cost of $400 million and The 219 ships are all at the fixed number of officer candidates Wilmington, NC anchorage, where is selling at less than three annually, irrespective of the chang­ maintenance and personnel costs cents on the dollar. ing needs of the industry. SPEAKING OF THE SOVIET "TRADE UNIONS," their true status amount to $205,000 a year. The MA Has Sold 200 The Union also Helieves that the position they occupy In the Russian economy was also pin­ Since the Maritime Administra­ winning bidder will get them on an merchant marine officers should and pointed specifically by AFL-CIO President George Meany in the tion started to offer ships in the "as is, wh'eso is" basis. This means come out of the ranks of the sea­ statementvery he made, regarding trade union delegation exchanges with Reserve Fleet for hull scrapping that after taking off machinery and men themselves. dictatorship countries, during the meeting of the AFL-CIO Executive two years ago, it has sold ahout major items of equipment, he must Council in Chicago last month. transport them at his own expense. 200, The vessels were offered in Meany pointed out that nothing has happened in the USSR, since groups of. thirty. In comparison, They must be dismantled in the the death of Stalin and the rise of Khrushchev, to warrant changing the current package is unusually United States. An exception can pie AFL-ClO's often-stated policy that free trade unions should not large, but according to the Mari­ be arranged for the breaking up exchange delegations with so-caNed trade unions in dictatorship coun­ of the Libertys in a time Administration it does not of fifty tries. "friendly foreign country.'!. represent a trend. In fact, Meany declared, Khrushchev's industrial "reform" measure? have served only to tighten the Communist Party's control of Soviet economic life and its institutions, so that more than ever, before the Soviet "trade unions" serve'as agencies of the Communist dictatorship The Coal Miner—first vessel ac­ for the purpose of speeding production without concern for the wellquired by American Coal Shipping being and rights of the workers. QUESTION: When on a ship, do you prefer the upper or lower back in 1956 when the firm was "The basic problem confronting any organization which calls itself berth? How do you decide who gets which bunk? formed—has been sold. The buyer a trade union," Meany's statement asserted, "is wages and working is reported to be Cargo Ships and The various Khrushchev industrial reorganizaUon decrees, Dominic Blaczak, wiper: 1 prefer Tanks, an NMU-contracted com­ conditions. Anionio Suarez, steward dept.: have only reafiirmed and reinforced the power of management (th« Sometimes I like the top, some­ the upper berth but generally give pany. This leaves the once-am­ Communist government employer,^) to have the last word in regard to it to my room­ bitious coal-carrying venture with wages, change of employment, and the compulsory shifting of workers times the bottom. There are plenty mate if he's old­ one ship, a tanker, now in lay-up from one plant to another. The much propagandized high rate of Soviet er. Having the in Norfolk. of occasions economic growth has been attained, in very great measure, at the upper bunk%omethough when it's American Coal Shipping was expense of labors economic interests and democratic rights." times makes it worth an estimated $50 million better not to be » $ » difficult for me when it came into being in -1956 underneath some­ Some guys, to crawl up there body. GETTING A LITTLE CLOSER TO HOME off the Communist prob­ during the Suez Canal crisis as a in rough weather joint venture of the United Mine lem, the AFL-CIO Executive Council, at its Chicago meeting, issued for example, have a, habit of when the ship is Workers, the coal producers and another statement which, this newspaper believes, should help to flicking their rolling and pitch­ the railroads. Part of the deal was combat the inroads of Conomunism in the Latin-American countries ashes down be­ ing. I think the that United Mine Workers District- on our doorstep. low when they smoke in their lower bunk is easier to sleep in 50 got the contract for ships' of­ It is a generally accepted fact, among the free nations of the world, bunks; Aside from dirtying the when the weather is rough. Of ficers, over the protests of the that one of the best ways to combat creeidng Communism is by helping bedclothes, this is a dangerous course, on those new supertankers Masters,-Mates and Pilots and the to elevate -the economic level of the less-developed nations to the there's no problem inasmuch as Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ point where the peoples of these nations will not be susceptible to practice. the lures of the Communist propagandists. sociation. each man has his own foc'sle. it 4 Secretary of State The MM&P and MEBA will now It is also now known—and it was so stated Augustin Rodriguez, bosun: I al­ $> man the ship under its new owners. Herter at the meeting ot the Organization of American States in Costa ways prefer the lower bunk. Some ships have no up­ Antonio Gonzalez, bosun: I like The American coal set-up was Rica last month—that the leaders of Soviet Russia and Communist per berths in the the lower bunk. This dates back unique in that District 50 repre­ China are determined to exploit the situation in*Cuba as a means of sented both a segment of the crew Intervening in Latin American affairs, and that their purpose is to room shared by many years ago sow distrust and fear among these peoples in order to pave the way and of the ownership. both the bosun when as many as for their political control of this area. At the time of its formation, the and carpenter. 10 or 15 men company had grandiose plans for In Latin America, the Executive Council's statement points out, out This is an ideal slept in the same chartering ships by the score from Government has long failed to provide leadership for the economic set-up, too, be­ room. Sometimes the Government for carrying coal. development of -the hemisphere. Its aid programs for Latin America cause there can you have to re­ However, the company never got have too often been grudging, piecemeal and unduly limited; and, as be no argument mind the guy on off the ground, with only a hand­ a result, US relations with Latin America have deteriorated and in­ as to who sleeps top about putting ful of ships being put into service adequate headway has been made in aiding of Latin American neigh­ topside. This ar­ his feet on your bors to cope with their serious economic problems. for a brief'period. rangement is mainly available on bedclothes when The US labor movement, on the other hand, has repeatedly urged Libertys. I hope the day's not far he gets in and accelerated efforts to achieve greater economic growth in Latin Amer­ off when all men will bave their out of his bunk. 1 once was ica, and has now called upon the Administration and Congress to own foc'sle on dry cargo ships. awakened in the middle of the adopt a new and enlarged effort to achieve such growth on the basis Vol. XXII, No. 17 of certain fundamental principles, including the full participation of night with a pair of feet in my S.pt., I960 ^ Secundino Santorio, bosun: In the face. They belonged to the guy in the Latin-American companies themselves in Jiny program developed. deck department, there is a-stand­ the top bunk, naturally. Certainly there are those, even among labor organizations In this ing rule which country, who will always be ready to exploit those whom they can In t t 4 says the OS al­ order to espouse the Communist cause. PAUL HALL, President ways gets the top Bob Yeager, deck; I'd rather HERBEBS BRAND, Editor. BIBNARB SEA- A good recent example of this, as it was reported in the last issue bunk. As for the have the upper bunk if I'm asked MAW, Art Editor. HERMAN ARTHUR, of this news&aper, was the rapidity with which Harry Bridges' Inter­ engine and stewabout it. But I AL MASXIN, CHARLES BEAUMET, AHIHUR national Longshoremen's Union leaped into the Havana organizing SEGAL, ALBSRT AMAIBAU, JOHN BRAZIL, conference which last month arranged for a world congress of proard department, never argue about Staff Writers. BILL MOODY, Gulf Area I believe the it. I always let Representative. Communist sugar, banana and other-plantation unions to be held is answer to that is the other guy Cuba in 1961. mwiTniy st tlis htailquartsri worked out have his choice. PubllshM The strengthening of the economic structures of the Latin-American of fhs SsEfarsri Infsrnational Union. At' among the In­ Arguing about it lantle Cult, Laktt ami Inland Waters countries, and the hriprovement of the well-being of the peoples of District, AFL-CIO, «7S Fourth Avanua, dividuals as­ starts everything Brooklyn 32, NY. Tal. HYaclnth t-MM. these countries, as advocated by the AFL-CIO Executive Council, could SaceiHl class Fsstaea psM at the Fast do much—if'properly carried out by our Governroeht-to build up « signed to each room. Usually it off on the wrong Office In Brooklyn/ NY, undar tho Act bulwark against Communist temptations, and provide a potent weapon boils down to who gets there first foot before the of AHe. Z4, im. • m against aiiy—including those groups in our own country-pwho seek As for me, I always prefer to voyage even, beonly to advance their own undemocratic purposes. ' ' ' ' gins. occupy the lower bunk. Government PutsLargest Libert Tonnage On Sale Coal Miner^ Coal Beef Ship Sold SEAFARERS LOG �September, l»6e ' SEAFARERS MMU Files Labor Board Charge Against SlU-Contraoted -Operator ti. T) SlU-contracted Erie & St. Lawrence Corp., owners of Floridion—shown above at recent launching— Is target of NMU charges of unfair labor practice. The company also operates another containership, the New Yorker, in the East Coast coastwise trade. The National Maritime Union has filed unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board against an STU-contracted steamship company challenging the legality of an -SIU hiring hall agreement. The NMU's charges against the Erie & St. Law­ rence Corpora Jon," operators* of the new containerships the NLRB to nullify the SIU con­ principle that seamen can be hired Floridian and New Yorker, tract and instruct the company to through union hiring halls. The background of the beef bypassed an agreement reached In hire outside the SIT? hiring hall. SIU headquarters promptly dates back to 1954. At that time, January, 1959, between the two unions to resolve all disputes via branded the charges as total mis­ in September, Erie & St. Law­ a joint NMU-SIU committee. In statements of fact. In its answer rence, a coastwise operator, sold •fact, the charges were filed while to be presented to the NLRB, the its vessels to a new company. The the joint committee was in process SIU is making the following points: NMU followed the ships to the • There was no pre-hire agree­ ,new company and signed a new of having meetings on the issue. Paragraph four of the memo­ ment between the SIU and the agreement. In the meantime, in randum of agreement of January 7, company before the ships • were 1955, the NMU signed an agree­ 1959, stated, in part: "NMU and crewed up. The contract was not ment with Erie & St. Lawrence SIU shall establish a joint com­ signed until after one of the two releasing the company from any and all contract obligation to mittee with the object of resolv­ ships was already.in operation. • The NMU had, five years ago, NMU, as well as a waiver releas­ ing all current and future issues and disputes aS may affect both specifically released Erie & St. ing the company from further unions. Such committee shall Lawrence from any contractual ob­ welfare and pension contributions. meet upon call from either union." ligations to the NMU. Corporate Shell • The SIU has a three-year his­ The NMU's charges accuse Erie Erie & St. Lawrence remained Sc St. Lawrence of recognizing the tory of contract relations with the SIU as exclusive bargaining agent Erie & St. Lawrence principals. a corporate shell, with one of its before any seamen were employed The NMU never objected to this main assets being an Interstate on its vessels and hired seamen relationship, even though at the Commerce Commission operating through the SIU hiring hall, this time the two unions were in open certificate, giving it rights to cali at East Coast ports. arrangement being made "some rivalry. .• The NMU's action Involves an Subsequently, in 1957, the own­ time during the month of June or July, 1960." The NMU called upon attack on the long-established ers and major stockholders formed a new corporation. Trans­ portation Utilities Inc. One of the objectives of the new concern was to develop a containership pro­ gram. The new company would own the ships, but would charter to Erie & St. Lawrence be­ SEPTEMBER 3, 1940: Harry Lundeberg, President of the SIUNA, them cause the latter had the ICG oper­ wrote the following letter to Mayor Fiorello.H. LaGuardia of New York ating certificates. City: ""On behalf of the poor old seamen inmates of Snug Jlarbor at Owned Two LIbertys New York, of which you are a trustee, we vigorously and energetically protest treatment being given them by the present governor. The Transportation UtiUties first money to run these Snug Harbors was willed to the old seamen. One purchased two Liberty ships, the aged inmate was punished for breaking up some bread to feed to birds Pacific Ocean and the Westport. and was put on a- month's 'taboo* with three hours labor per day. You The company was organized by the are supposed to be a humanitarian and liberal, yet their appeals to you SIU and a contract signed on May for redress of their wrongs and this mistreatment of an aged seaman 13, 1957. Although the NMU was have gone unanswered, we are advised. I respectfully ask that you in rivalry with the SIU at the time, and had no agreement such as ex­ reply and take action on this matter." SEPTEMBER 20, 1940: Two slick gents rooked seamen in NY to the isted since January 7, 1959, It tune of $6,000 with a phony scheme to launch an outfit to be known made no effort to challenge the «3 Atlantic and Mediterranean Steamship Lines, Ltd. The District At­ SIU's contract. torney's office finally caught up with them. Seamen had been "rapidly" Subsequently, Transportation promoted upon coming across with, their contributions. Some had Utilities ran into financial diffi­ been named port captains, others port engineers — one even port culty because of the depressed charter market. Its two Libertys admiral SEPTEMBER 15, 1941: The SIU declared a strike for higher bonus had to be auctioned off to satisfy pay on all ships under contract with the Union and scheduled to leave crew wages and other creditors. Because the corporation was in American ports for war zones. ,. SEPTEMBER 19, 1941: A Special Strike Issue reported that "Pier 3 bad financial shape, it was in no in Brooklyn is not too damn close to strike headquarters and some of position to execute its containerthe strikers got lost on the way there to do a trick on the picket line. ship plans. Consequently the ma­ After wandering around in the wilds of Brooklyn for a while, they sud­ jor stockholders formed a new denly discovered^ they didn't Jiave the carfare necessary to complete corporation which was not bur­ the trip. 'Why not ask the cop on the corner there for the dough?' one dened with debt and would be able of the ,strikers suggested. It sounded screwy but they tried iti The to finance the containership oper­ cop not only gave them the carfare but asked the boys la for a cup of ation. This new company was named Containerships Inc. and coffee, so they'd keep warm on the pier!" ^ SEPTEMBER'17, 1942: American shipyards continued to turn out was established as a subsidiary of complete merchant ships at a rate of better than two a day during the Erie & St. Lawrence. Its gownermonth of August. A total of 68 new carge.carriers and large tankers ship, and the ownership of Trans­ were put into service. The August deliveries represented 753,600 dead­ portation Utilities, was identical for practical purposes. - . weight tons. Remember When.. Pare Five LOG Senate Body Upholds SIU Charges; Slaps ICC Pro-Rail Bias The Senate Merchant Marine subcommittee has upheld maritime industry and labor union charges that the Interstate Commerce Commission is prejudiced in favor of railroads and against the nation's water car-^ water carrier is the low-cost mod* riers. The 51 - page subcommittee of transportation, and must be in report, "Decline of the Coastwise order to remain competitive withand Intercoastal Shipping Indus­ rail because it is slower and riskier. try," states that "water carrier Selective rate cuts by railroads regulation . . . suffers from a defi­ pose a threat to the newly devel­ ciency in. manpower, data, and in­ oping containersliip operations, tha. terest at the hands of the Inter­ report says. state Commerce Commission." The report notes that 16 person^ In the wake of the subcommittee out of 2,501, the total employment report, SIU President Paul Hall, requested for the ICC, are con­ who testified at the subcommittee cerned with water carriers and hearings, charged that the ICC is freight forwarders. The public in­ guilty of collusion with the rail­ terest would be better served, tha roads. Hall said that the ICC's report concludes, by the ICC ta.kpreferential treatment of the rail­ ing more interest in water trans­ roads over domestic shipping Is port. undermining coastal trade, destroy­ ing thousands of job opportunities. Investigates ICC The Merchant Marine and Fish­ eries subcommittee of the Inter­ state and Foreign Commerce Com­ mittee made its report after more than a year of investigation of the 11-member ICC. The subcommittee, headed by Senator Warren G. Magnuson of Washington, criticized the ICC for: An Annapolis graduate with 38 failing to regulate selective rate cuts by railroads; failing to estab­ years of naval service may forego lish adequate standards for rate his freedom, his $12,150-a-year re­ suspensions during disputes; hav­ tirement pay and $35,000 in fines ing inadequate techniques and —all for 504 bottles of liquor on data to determine whether rail­ which he didn't pay taxes. Rear Admiral William L. Erdroad rates are fair and above cost. The report suggests that "the mann, retired, was charged with public does not now enjoy a bal­ smuggling about 100 gallons of anced and healthy transportation Scotch, Drambuie, bourbon, Bene­ system by rail, highway and water. dictine, London gin and cognac, It further appears to your subcom­ from Guam to California last De­ mittee that the Commission's meth­ cember on the carrier Bon Homme ods, procedures, and in some Richard. Actually, he was entitled cases its judgment were not rea­ to bring in one gallon of liquor taxsonably designed to achieve the .free. He and his wife declared a objectives envisioned by the fram- gallon each. The smuggled drinks ers of the national transportation were locked in a metal container policy." Joint Rates Another shortcoming of the ICC, according to the report, is its fail­ ure to establish adequate joint rail-water rates. "When the rail­ road reduces the all-rail rate with­ out a similar proportional adjust­ ment of the rail rate feeding to or distributing from the water carrier, the water carrier is squeezed out," the report states. It was pointed out that the Admiral Is Caught In . Corking Lie SCHEDULE OF A&G MEETINGS SIU membership meet­ ings are held regularly once a month on days in­ dicated by the SIU Con­ stitution, at 2:30 P.M. in the listed SIU ports below. All Seafarers are ex­ pected to attend. Those who wish to be excused should request permission by telegram (be sure to include registration num­ ber). The next SIU meet­ ings will be: New York • October 3 Philadelphia October 4 Baltimore October 5 Detroit October 7 Houston October 10 New Orleans October 11 Mobile October 12 and identified as tables, books, fishnet floats, chairs and wood carvings. Over $3,000 In Taxes The liquor cost the admiral $1,000 at the officers' mess at Guam. Unpaid taxes would amount to $3,300 more. But this is slight retribution compared with what would follow if he is found guilty. Treasury agents refuse to iden­ tify the enlisted man who informed on the cache of liquor despite entreaties from Navy investigators. Investigations were set off after the unknown sailor told Customs officials. The indictment against Rear Admiral Erdmann includes two felony counts of fraudulently importing and knowingly posses­ sing liquor without tax stamps. Th» liquor was turned up in his home at Kentfield, California. Ji liBf �•" - ' Face Six • -,. •• • • -- - SEAFARERS 'V'f-wsgssssJBK^ •• I •.aM.'t-r -t..-.":.v . . I- LOG September, 1.960 SEAFARBKS ROTARY SHIPPING BOARD (Figures On This Page Cover Deep Sea Shipping Only In the SIU Agantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District.) Ship Atfivify August 1 Through August 31, 1960 Deep sea shipping activity in the 13 SIU ports was good during the period with 2,302 men getting employment. This compares with a 2,239 employment figure for the previous period in all ports, which actually covered 3^^ weeks during the month of July. Baltimore ran second with 15 apiece. Miahii and Houston had only one payoff each, but the latter handled 67 intransits— the higest in any port for the period. Houston traditionally has more of such activity than any other port. Registration on the beach at the end of the period hit 3,289 Ship activity was up in the recent period. A total of 460 men, compared to 3j579 during the three-week reporting peri­ • f* • ships either paid off, signed on or were serviced in transit. od in July. Breaking it down, there were 110 payoffs, 71 sign ons and Shipping was best in NY with 462 men getting jobs aboard 279 intransits. ships; in second place was New Orleans, with 412 jobs re­ New York was highest in payoffs—42, while Houston and corded. Miami shipped stwo men—the least in any port. Penr Sign In Off! Ons Trans. TOTAt BoitBn ....... 3 1 7 11 New York ....42 93 9 42 Philadelphia .. 7 5 41 29 Baltimore ....15 50 8 27 Norfolk . .. , 2 12 3 7 Jacktonvllle ..2 27 23 2 Miami 1 9 8 Mobile 13 31 3 15 New Orleani. .15 11 44 70 Houiton 1 57 69 1 _ Wilmington .. .— 15 15 San Franeiice.. 4 11 19 4 Seattle .5 13 — 8 Totals • '• \ ' 110 71 279 460 DECK DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS A Roistered CLASS B Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C TOTAL SHIPPED Registered On The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP . GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 1 2 3 ALL A 3 3 ALL 1 2 C ALL 1 B 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL — 3 3 13 — , 2 11 — 7 ,4 1 5 3 2 2 2 1 1 .— 11 2 15 11 2 21 37 5 6 5 1 48 32 69 19 120 7 95 26 160 2 26 20 39 10 10 27 2 11 120 1 8 27 11 158 96 166 51 313 1 65 20 44 Philadelphia.......:.. 11 7 13 38 2 — — - 1 38 43 —^ 3 18 7 27 5 4 7 1 1 4 7 •1 56 5 46 18 30 8 2 3 Baltimore............ 23 62 16 101 1 10 31 42 19 48 14 81 4 11 20 35 3 3 3 81 35 9 125 39 69 13 121 1 16 32 49 13 1 Norfolk.... i'.... .'.y.-v 21 10 4 4 6 8 1 3 9 1 5 9 2 2 11 5 13 1 9 27 12 5 13 3 28 20 8 12 9^-i— 6 '7 10 18 — 16 '—T 2 1 3 Jacksonville........ 7 4 2 5 — 1 1 2 18 25 8 5 2 10 •9 1 19 3 6 — '— — — — — — ; 1 1 -2 BAiaml^. ..^j, .* 1 1 1 1 2 3 5 — _ 40 40 — .. _ 48 — 14 12 20 8 Mobile...... .. 20 m 8 2 ,7 — 7 7 47 28 35 8 71 4 8 12 26 25 56 26 107 1 New Orleans......... i 37 70 23 130 4 6 14 9 13 21 _ 6 3 .9 107 21 9 137 67 95 23 185 2 46 2V 23 — 39 30 60 17 107 Houston. 60 28 117 5 11 23 2 29 8 22 32 2 7 9 107 32 9 148 48 47 22 117 23 5 9 9 16 3 — — 14 Wilmington............ 4 11 . 1 3 .7 ' 4 9 1 14 1 1 2 2 5 — 5 19 13 12 2 27 2 10 4 4 35 • 2 10 16 12 23 5 40 2 San Francisco......;.. 18 14 3 4 6 1 9 1 1 40 9 1 50 2 17 6 25 1 8 4 3 9 . 17 31 — Seattle:.... 13 5 5 12 3 6 11 — 1 1 31 — 11 • ^48. 1 43 13 14 2 29 3 13- 2 IB 90 122 ,229 170 343 107 620 20 50 100 170 10 2^ 397 119 1 730 17 16 25 i1 51 620 170 51 841 355 531 147 11036 15 109 147 271 rOTAtS -a." Perl Boston New York wa —•• s —• MM ENGINE DEPARTMENT. Registered CLASS A Port • ' i" GROUP 1: z' 3 ALL 9 6 2 1 75 11 118 32 31 18 10 3 Baltimore. 73 58 7 8 Norfolk — 6 12 6 Jacksonville 6 4 1 1 — — Miami..^ m ••••• f • [ .— Mobile.. v. 40 5 11 ; 24 New Orle^ f • *. 51 9 81 Houston.v.... li 59 18 89 Wilmington %.,•••• 1 6 .5 — San Francisco., t.... 9 36 2 Seattle 30 , 19 7 l03 350 78 531 TOTALS Boston New York. Philadelphia Registered CLASS B Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C TOTAL SHIPPED ' Registered 0 CLASS A eiASS B GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 3 ALL 1 1 3 ALL 1 2 2 3 ALL 1 2 2 3 ALL A C ALL 1 B 2 3 ALL 123 ALL 3 1 2 3 — 1 4 1 1 ___ 3 3 4 3 8 2 1 16 3 21 2 4, 3 9 46 22 3 22 21 73 20 115 1 35 2 14 20 3 10 115 5 35 10 160 45 118 16 179 5 37 35 77 — 5 9 30 4 6 18 6 16 11 5 5 6 30 1 16 6 52 1 17 8 7 26 — 2 ,5 —. 47 6 53 1 29 18 42 5 20 21 42 9 13 53 4 42 13 108 7 * 68 14 89 1 15 22 38 — 9 3 12 1 10 14 ' —— 3 7 4 3 3 5 8 14 7 8 29 2 17 23 3 9 2 4 14 — 6 8 1 1 1 ' 2 1 1 2 1 4 1 5 8 4 4 5 17 5 7 12 4 :5 9 .— — — — — — — — — . I ^ ^ . 1 ' 1 2 — 21 3 13 8 18 5 26 — 3 14 17 1 1 26 17 1 44 20 ^1 17 3 9 8 64 — 27 8 70 4 1 15 11 47 15 9 13 26 2 5 9 16 70 26 16 112 38 93 16 147 2 25 17 44 5 52 14 24 23 65 .9 88 2 21 24 47 —. 13 9 22 88 47 22- 157 40 46 3 89 — .95 14 — 7 4 11 — 6 10 — 4 1 2 3 — 1 1 10 3 14 1 1 11 12 18 4 13 — 8 11 2 3 19 3 24 1 4 3 8 1 8 33 7 1 24 1 26 3 36 — 3 3 6 «> Q 1 QS on 28 *4 6 2 1 1A 28 1 11 g 13 10 4 6 * 9 ± A o5 o o 4o 1 6 2 9 10 140 102 1 252 69 320 81 470 12 90 113 1 215 5 46 36 1 87 470 215 87 ••772 173 ^481 74 728 15 132 111 I 258 : MM MM MM MM MM MM M— MM .i 1 MM • STEWARD DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS A 'fc.: Port Boston New York. Philadelphia. Baltimore Norfolk............... Jacksonville BAiami................ Mobile........ New Orleans.......... Noustoh Wilmington San Francisco..... Seattle I TOTALS • i I f• Shipped CLASS A • Shipped CLASS B GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 1 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 2 3 ALL 1 1 1 3 1 5 — 3 1 2 2 — 2 2 36 13 74 123 4 — 80 34 29 34 10 52 1 32 91 1 11 6 8 25 — 1 11 12 9 19 — — 8 8 2 8 27 62 2 4 31 1 18 21 22 59 5 27 8 29 2 "20 8 4 16 2 4 6 6 14 5 8 1 10 2 1 1 8 3 2 — 5 2 2 5 2 1 6 1 2 2 1 2 4 2 2 4 1 — — — _ 1 — — 1 1 13 6 26 45 24 24 8 30 13 2 20 — 13 30 97 — 9 58 2 35 37 20 6 59 85 — — 29 29 25 17 28 70 2 3 20 25 25 4 26 32 13 25 63 2 7 4 7 18 — — 10 4 4 3 5 13 1 1 3 14 3 14 31 — — 12 12 "7 1 24 32 —.. — 14 14 7 2 9 18 3 3 15 6 9 2 16 3 7 24 1 11 184 73 260 1 517 17 19 173 209 136 13 165 190 48 248 432 12 •— Shipped CLASS C TOTAL SHIPPED Registered On the Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 1 3 ALL A 2 C ALL 1 B 3 AUL 2 1 2 3 ALL 6 6 2 2 2 '2 2 5 ISi' 1 4 4 5 2 17 19 91 3.4 19 144 70 36 114 220 3 5 44 52 5 5 19. . 8 5 32 11 12 12 35 1 15 16 2 5 7 59 93 44 27 7 84 2 12 28 1 19 22 —— 5 5 8 10 5 23 10 6 18 4 2 3 6 13 — 5 5 6 4 15 105 2 1 13 3 1 1 5 , 1 1 3 1 4 8 1 1 ... 30 13 43 34 80 12 34 22 22 _ 8 . 8 85 29 8 122 48 7 91 146 4 71 75 1 11 12 63 32 12 107 15 •20 17 52 7 3 9 19 _ 1 13 1 5 1 19 10 6 4 20 2 3 5 2 2 32 14 2 48 11 6 17 34 4 4 1 - 1 24 11 36 14 — 1 3 5 22 3 8 13 3 67 432 .190 67 689 286 125.336 747 25 2 62 21 206 1 252 MM MM ' MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM • MM M. MM MM. "MM MM SUMMARY Registered CLASS A V - gi: Registered CLASS B DECK ENGINE STEWARD GRAND TOTALS Registered CLASS B Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C TOTAL SHiPPED Registered Oi1 The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP GROUP ^GROUP GROUP CLASS GROUP GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 123 ALL A B C ALL 123 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 214 397 119 730 17 90 122 229 170 343 107- 620 20 50 100 170 10 16 25 .51 .620 170 51 841 355 531 147 1033 15 109 147 271 103 350 78 531 10 140 102 252 69 320 ,81 470 12 90 113. 215 5 46 36: 87 470 215 : 87: 772 173 481 74 728 15 132 111' 258 184 73 260 517 17 19173 209 136 48 248 432 12 13 165 190 3 67 432 190 67 689 286 125 336 747 25 2 62 21 206 252 ^01 820 457 1778 44 249 397 690 375 711 436 1522 44 153 378 575 18 64 123 205 1522 575 205 2302 814 1137 557 2508 55 262 464 781 �19M SEAFARERS 1' te- Fatt LOG Seafra/n Georgia, Ferry Crash In NY Harbor; Injuries Slight Joe Alcimi, Safety Director The SlU-manned Seatrain Georgia and the Hoboken ferry Chatham crashed together in the fog-bound Hudson River late last month. The result; 13 of 700 passengers on the What Makea An Accident? ferry were shaken up and the starboard side of that vessel received a huge gash from theYou'd think that a man who was trying to wipe and clean a fan would do it while the fan wasn't running. He'd shut off Ihe fan and boat deck down to several"^ Moments before the impact, the Hoboken imder its own power. It wait for the blades to stop turning. Nobody wants to play "Russian feet below the waterline. The Seatrain received a slight Seatrain dropped her port anchor was slated to go into a local yard Roulette" with his fingers, yet some fellows still try this trick. to slow the ship down, when it be­ for repairs. r '^. We heard about an accident like this recently. The sailor was lucky becahse be got away with Just a couple of cut fingers. He didn't miss any work and continued on the job later. Nobody knows if he'll try this stunt again; he. may even get away the next time with no cuts or bruises. Maybe he's been lucky at it for years.. You still wonder why anybody would try something like this. If he jaw somebody else doing the same thing, he'd figure him for some kind of nut. It's the same way with m^st of us. We're pretty quick to see the mistake by the other guy because we don't see ourselves in his place. When we run into an accident where somebody else got hurt, we see all kinds of ways that could have made the whole thing come out differently. Of course, by now we'd be looking at the sttuaUon when it's all over; we already know how the story comes out. I i. The "experts" teil us that the human factor is responsible for most accidents. Somebody, somewhere along the line slips up. Most of the time machinery doesn't go bad by itself; someone helps things along by not tending a ntachine properly or maybe not tending it at all. It amounts to almost the same thing either way. This is why it's important to check out every accident; it's ope of the reasons why safety meetings are necessary. Every accident isn't as clear-cut as the one where a man reaches up intp a moving fan to clean it—or to "see" if it's moving. Some of them are pretty hard to take apart and see what went wrong. The main problem is to check the accident from every angle. This not only helps the man who was involved; everybody listening in gets the benefit. One thing to remember is that the meeting discussion shouldn't be turned into a name-calling contest where you point accusing fingers and badger the guy who was involved. By now, he probably knows well enough what he did all wrong. He's the center of attraction until someone else has an accident and he's got some bruises or pains to show for it. Let him know what he did wrong; he.'s got to do the rest. I ^ dent in her bow and a few null scratches. Visibility at the scene was lim­ ited when the two craft collided. Some reports indicate it was a quarter of a mile; others say it was a mile. The Seatrain was in­ bound for Edgewater while the ferry was headed for a lower Man­ hattan pier with Jersey passengers aboard. Mile In Haze ^ Four lookouts stationed on the forepeak of the Seatrain reported seeing two objects through haze "about a mile ahead," bearing down on their vessel. This was reported to the bridge which re­ sponded with one whistle blast, in­ dicating it would pass to the right of the first vessel, which turned out to be the oncoming ferry. The latter gave two blasts in return and proceeded to turn left. This maneuver exposed its starboard side to the Seatrain's bow and within a few minutes the huge freighter crunched against the smaller vessel. came apparent that a collision was imminent. This perhaps saved the ferry from more serious damage than it actually received. Within minutes, tugboats nearby pushed the ferry into its slip, where all passengers were re­ moved. Lgter in the day the Chat­ ham made the crossing back to 4 The Seatrain stayed on the scene for a few hours but was allowed to continue its trip to Edgewater where the ship was paid off after a coastwise run. Coast Guard hearings were called the day following the crash and continued for one week. Find­ ings are expected shortly. "I Cas^y Takes A Flier t Next month the National Safety Council is holding its 48th National' Congress in Chicago. This is the big safety meeting Of t;he year covering all major US industries including the maritime industry. Many AFLT CIO organizations are taking part to encourage both job and off-the-job safety in their own fields. W^i will be participating in the Marine Sections meetings to report the progress of our Joint Safety Program aboard the Ships. Our joint SIU program is the first of its Idnd in the industry and is achieving success by reducing accidents and injuries. We know we can show that real cooperation between management and labor on safety produces results that benefit all hands. (Comments and suggestions are invited by the Department and can be submitted to this column in care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) This Is how the ferry Chatham looked after collision with the Seaitain Georgia in fog-bound Idudson River. Only a handful of injuries resulted from accident. . J3I MEBA Wins WC Raise Keen • f- SAN FRANCISCO—The MEBA Pacific Coast District has won a five percent across the board increase, plus other gains, for the engineers sailing on its dry cargo and passenger ships. Arbitrator Arthur Ross of'* the University of California granted the Pacific Coast Dis­ J- No moltair what tho tinooufaoivrO^ fcnivos' aro~ giioranteed lb loM Aeir oShincJ bdgO. StniSw a dull knif* k d ^oty hdzanl, llio who gpliby force koopt sharpoiimg kn'n^^dj a >b w<iA ja d iknib .d^s qnd ga^n Kisop a Uon od9* da buttmfi| Jt't sofor and, what's more, U maUs thd*woih eotisr.'^ One of the passengers on the ferryboat Chatham was Ralph Casey, president of the American Merchant - Marine Institute and chief spokesman for shipowner management. Casey was quoted in the "New York Herald Tribune" of Au­ gust 30 as saying that follow­ ing the accident, "everybody , started running." As the Georgia started to push the ferry .toward the dock "I felt there was a serious danger the ferry would fold up like an accordion." Accordingly, he said, he jumped to the dock from .ttie second deck and sprained both ankles. The rest of the passengers, except for the handful injured in the crash proper, walked off the ferry. Then returned to Jersey under its own power. At the last National Safety Council meeting, Casey de­ clared that "there are some who think we have j;one overiioard unrealistically and ex­ travagantly in the safety re­ quirements of ship construc­ tion." He placed the blame for most shipboard injuries on the; ."physicaliy and men­ tally unfit, the chronic trou­ blemakers and claim con­ trivers.''- • • •, It was not known whether Of not ' Casey planned to file suit as a result of his injuries. trict an award continuing the btuiic parity between East, Gulf and West Coast MEBA collective bar­ gaining agreements. The new pro­ visions are retroactive to June 16, 1960. The total package, which repre­ sents a major victory for the MEBA, includes a five percent boost in wages, penalty time and night relief rates, plus another two or three percent for the jr. 3rd and licensed jr. engineers, and over­ time rates instead of penalty time for certain duties. The only MEBA request that was denied was for a 10 percent bonus when penalty car­ go is carried. Dr. Ross made his award early this month after studying the is­ sues submitted to arbittation. The MEBA presented its requests Au­ gust 1 foliowihg a deadlock in nego­ tiations with the Pacific Maritime Association. Negotiations with the West Coast shipowners began July 18 and collapsed when PMA agreed to the five' percent increase but refused to grant the other provi­ sions of the Shaugnessy award, handed down on the East and Gulf Coasts earlier. Pacific Coast negotiations began after the Shaugnessy award was handed down, and came under terms of a wage review provided in the 1958 contract. The negotlatioHs were pbstpohed at the reqiiest of the shipowners until tile 'AlcG results were known. - - Philly Hall Due Oct. 4 • li t1 October 4 will mark the official opening of the new SIU h'ring hail at Philadelphia, although busi­ ness has been conducted from there now for several weeks. The hall is located at 2604 S. Fourth St. and is convenient to the waterfront and public trans­ portation. The building Is a onestory affair, modern in all respects, and with ample facilities for tlie comfort and convenience of SIU members shipping from there. Get Polio Shots, PHS Urges The Public Health Service urges Seafarers who have not already done so to get. their polio shots as won as possible. The shots can be gotten at any PHS hospital without charge. Plenty, oi vaccine is available so there is no delay in the admin­ istering of the shots. The few minutes a ^afarer takes .to~ in­ sure himself against the crip­ pling disease by getting the shots .nre well iKort.h .the saving of time, mobey, nnd most trf all, the avoidance ,of suSering and possible disability. \ I ; •m �Pace Eicht SEAFARERS 100 S.V':A'V • • •• . •i"-'-' "^'V. i.-r" September, 19M r« , -. • .; \*"V> •• . -.v":. ;-=^• • •.. (.>i'r ., . Cleaning up after passengers have de­ barked is Sammy Gilyard, OS. New .York race track enthusiasts who want to enjoy the trip to and from the daily double at Monmouth Park track in New Jer­ sey usually take ths- SlU-manned Wilson Lines' cruise ship Hudson Beile^' (shown above) because it's a convenient and pleas­ ant way of getting there and Back. The Belle makes these runs daily from May through September, leaving New York just before noon and making connections with on express track bus in Atlantic Highlands —in plenty of time for the doily double which starts at 2 PM. Once the crowds leave the ship, SlU Inland Boatmen swing into action getting her in shape for the re­ turn run. Regular painting and cleaning is the daily rule and things are kept in ship­ shape order always. The Belle makes the l5.-mile return trip to Manhattan in less than two hours, leaving the Highlands at 7:00 nightly. John Sagersi bosun, paints deck with roller on Belle. Dockside fire prevention is 'a must, and crewman gives It good dousing. f: ti- •! •. >;•>• • r' ft.,-: Wheelsman George Johnson, OS, steers the Belle down Gravesend Bay. In back: Capt. LeBlanc. Deckhand Mike Slicen gives as­ sist to two ladies. Jesse Marino, OS, takes his job lying down, under , bench on Hudson Belle. / �••ptember, 1969 ;j, ,1 u, \ .f SEAFARERS LOG rag* Nin* RR's TURN DEAF EAR TO PACT TALKS; IBU ISSUES STRIKE CALL - t After months of fruitless negotiations with seven major railroads, the Railroad Marine Division of the SIU Inland Boatmen's Union has refused a Federal offer of arbitration and, in light of the stubborn refusal of the railroads to give Furlough Boatmen ground on even the slightest of Union demands, has issued a In Pennsy Strike strike call which will take effect Some 330 SIU Inland Boat­ before the end of next month,, men working for the Pennsyl- The:t JRailroad Marine Division— . vania Railroad were furloughed from their jobs as which' has about 850 unlicensed a result of the Transport deckhand members—along with the Workers Union strike against Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ the railroad. sociation and the Masters, Mates The IBU men—who work as and Pilots—comprise the Railroad Putting scowbumper on SlU-afFiliated diesel electric dipper dredge T. A. Scoft (Merritt, Chapman deckhands in the marine divi­ Marine Harbor Council. The Coun­ & Scott) ore (l-r) Leonard Thornton, operator, and Frederick Robeor and Tom Nault, deckhands. sion of the railroad—^were cil, which does the bargaining Bumper protects dredge from being damaged while it is loading scow. notified of the job termina­ for. member harbor workers, first tions a few days before the met with a railroact, management committee last November, to pre­ Sept. 1 strike began. The sent proposed demands which strike ended several* days after \vere to be incorporated Into a it began, and the deckhands minimum two-year work agree­ have since returned to work. ment under the Railway Labor Act. But things bogged down from the start as the railroad represen-, tatives repeatedly refused to ac­ Philly Pact Talks On cept any of the Union's proposals; IBU Locals 1700 and ISOO, along nor did they offer any proposals with 101 MEBA, began con­ acceptable tp the Union. The SlU-affiliated Dredge Workers' Union and the Tug tract Local negotiations this month with A new hall for the Railroad Workers' Union are now busy dredging the bottom of the The major gains. the Railroad Tugboat Owners and Operators, Mahne officials are seeking for Marina Division has been Detroit River six days a week in an effprt to complete seven including Curtis Bay Towing, Inde­ ?the deckhands are as follows: purchased by the SIU at Jer­ miles of channel deepening "•* ^ pendent Towing, Taylor & Ander­ • • A general wage -increase of sey City, NJ. It's now in the proc­ by the end of the 1961 season draulically operated Scott is able son, Sheridan Transport, and P. F. ess of being redecorated and should 65 cents an hoUr. Working around the clock, to eat up 13 yards of sediment with Martin (McAllister Bros.) . . . Keel • Four additional paid holi­ be ready for occupancy by the end two dredges, four scows and two one bite. Along with the Scott came for new barge laid in Houston for of this month. days. two 177-foot hydraulic scows. The Interstate Oil Transport of Philly The brick, four-story building is tugboats of the Merritt, Chapman Denny, with a nine-yard bucket, . . . Barge will carry 38,000 bar­ • A pension and" welfare plan and Scott Corporation are scooping similar to that enjoyed by deep- located at 99 Hudson Street in Jer­ canm in from Cleveland with two rels . . . Second will be built soon sey City. It was purchased for up sediment from the freighter conventional scows to help out in . . . CG Willis' new cargo barge sea members of the SIU. channel off of Belle Isle as they • A minimum manning scale for $22,000. Christopher Willis arrived Paulsmake their way seven miles down- this project. all steam and diesel tugs and fer­ Railroad Marine Representative bound past the heart of the Detroit boro, NJ terminal last month . . . Seven-Man Crews ries which vas in force as of No­ G. P. McGint) reports that the riverfront. The three-year-old Scott and the Company will get three more in building is located two blocks from vember 1, 1959. Denny carry a crew of three deck­ attempt to compete with rail car­ A Federal mediator who at­ the waterfront area, between the The two dredges are the William hands, one oiler, one engineer, one riers. tended most of the negotiation New York Central and Perinsyl- Denny, steam engine dipper operator and a captain. Two scowj; ^ j; and the T. A. Scott, a new talks proffered arbitration' about vanio Railroads. A 100 ft. by 25 ft dredge, men are needed to operate and diesel elebtric dipper dredge. They parking lot adjoins the property. three weeks ago when it became Balto Asking 16% Hike brihginjg tha - channel depth maintain each scow. obvious that. no headway had The building will also have fa­ are The two SlU-affiliated tugs, the down - to 29 feet six Inches. This SIU Inland Boatmen's Union been gained during these lengthy cilities for offices oLjother Inland means Sherman H. Serre and the gigantic representatives .that ships with as much as negotiations • Boatmen groups. discussions; This 6ffer was reject­ Flo W. are working hand in hand with five majorbegan a 2'7-foot draft will be able to navi­ towing firms in with the dredge,, Workers doing the port of Baltimore this ed August'24 by the Railroad Ma­ Inland Boatmen who use public gate the river, month. maintenance work, handling lines The Union represents the licensed rine Division and the two other transportation will find the Hud­ The huge 199-foot Scott was son Street address convenient to and pulling scows out to be member unions of the Railroad both the Grove St. tubes and city brought in from Ogdensburg, N. Y., dumped. The tugs carry a crew of and unlicensed members employed Marine Harbor Council. where It just completed work on one oiler, linesmen, one engineer aboard the vessels which service buses. The seven railroads involved the busy port. Their major goal is I the St. Lawrence Seaway. The hy- and a captain. are the New York Central, New a 16 percent increase in wages and -4After a specific section of the overtime, Haven, Pennsylvania, Baltimore plus other considera­ channel Is dredged, a sweep is & Oho, Brooklyn Eastern Dis­ tions. used ,to check for high spots that trict Terminal, New Ydrk Docks, may have been missed. This barge­ and Bugh Terminal. t t like raft sweeps the bottono of the river and when a high spot is hit a Mobile Tries Experiment "strike" is registered. The range Southern Shell Milling Corp. and crossrange of the "strike" is has been sending crusher dredge then plotted* so the dredge can go into bay to crush-shell when back and finish the job. dredged instead of barging it to crushing plant ashore . . . Experi­ mental operation, if successful, The activities of the various might do away with shore crush­ inland boatmen, railroad marine ing plants. tugs, deep sea tugs and harbor 4» 4« craft under the SIU banner are dealt, ^th here. The SIU fam­ ily includes various groups of Houston Voting Ordered NLRB ordered election in Na­ boatmen throughout the nation —on the Atlantic and Gulf tional Marine Service tug fieet . . , Coasts, on the Mississippi and Election on eight boats in fieet in­ Ohio Rivers, the Great Lakes volves 98 men, including shoreand In Pacific Coast ports. side workers, and will continuo These craft operate in support until Oct. 7 with votes counted of deep sea shipping and sup­ Oct. 10 at NLRB New Orleans of­ plement such shipping in con- fice . . . "Voting will be partly by Getting set to pull loaded scow out into Lake St. Clair for dum|blng fhied Vraters. Their activities mail and partly at polls . . . Cities Is SlU-affiliated tugboat Flo'W. Three-hour trip keeps two scowinvolved include Houston, Lake concern all "seafaring trades. Charles, New Orleans, Norco. men busy with maintenance and other work. Lakes Tugs, Dredges RRTugmenGet Working 'Round Clock Hail In Jersey On Detroit River Job r IBU Round-Up •J "I 'fsr �;• rte Tea I..-,,. .u-_' • • •. • • .v7 . •ilf* ••••- ' y '/ r" " -'• SeplMAer, tlM. SEATARERS tOG :.- Buckeye, Pioneer, Steinbrenner Prepping For Work Rule Parley *Lakes » , Port • Reports Duluth Strike Seffhd DULUTH—A strike of the Twin Ports' grain elevator men was re­ ported settled after a marathon ne­ gotiation session that lasted 48 hours. Locals 112 of Superior and 118 of Duluth, Grain Millers Union, ratified a two-yeat contract. According to an unconfirmed re­ port, a Pickands imd Mather boat arrived in thiS port recently tand was manned entirely by officers. No unlicensed men were oh the ship even thdugh there are 25 un­ licensed jobs'. . • The.. P-M copipany has al& Imd off 220 out af 805 employees at its Zenith Purnace Plant in Duluth. P-M- refused to say if this was a permanent lay-off or only teniporary.JThe'plant produces pig Iron and claims that with the produc­ tion of steel down, the market for pig Iron has also dwindled. Frankfort Shipping Down Receiving f»H SlU membership books from boarding patrolman ore crewmembers of Heriry Stein­ brenner pCinsman). From the left: Joseph Regan, watchman; Vaughn Richmond, Ooalpasser; Pat McCoy, OS; James l-lamilton, coolposser; Roy Sowdreou, StU representative; DonaU Courtney, fireman; .John SHome], watchman; Conrad Johnson, oifer; Oeorge Bastey, RrotnOn; Stanley Stonick, OS, and William Gibson, wheelsman. After the books were distributed the crew held a p^rty. FRANKFORT — Shipping has been 4m the decline here due to the three-boat , operation • of the Ann Arbor carferrtes. 'Ann Arbor #S is still in the shfpyard for repair and will not be out untilsometime this month. The majority of the SIO mem­ bers have taken . their vacations, with the remainder of the men waiting for the hunting season. Brother Robert Barnes and Herb Anderson have -been discharged from the Marine Hospital, but are not yet fit for work. Brother Al Bailey Is laid up with a few broken ribs caused by a water skiing ac­ cident The SlU-contracted AKA now has a new dining room table in the crew's messroom. trict was available In the hall every day during August. SIU members who didn't Vote , aboard their ship were able to cast a ballot at the Toledo hall or any of the other SIU halls. if- - t Chicago Shipping Good CHICAGO—Shipping took a turn for tlm good during August with this port shipping men In all de-r partments, including a few .15-day relief , jobs. .'While members .were waitfhg to be_ shipped; they , en­ joyed the comforts of Urn newly renovated Chicago hall, which-now includes coffee for members, at all times of the day, television and air conditioning. Thanks go to the secretary-treas­ urer of the SIU-affiliated Tug Workers*^Union, Bob Affleck, for all his assistance during the Boladd campaign, "^e Tug 'Workers have an office in, the building that houses the Die's Chicago hall. With Boland now DIU, the port is looking forward to a busy season. For Boland now joins the list of the SlU-contracted ships of Buck­ eye, Pioneer. Steinbrenner, Reiss and Gartlandi, which run regularly into Chicago. This will mean a heavier concentration of members in this port. . 1 a. iCleveland Men K^p Jobs CLEVELAND -— The. months -of June and JOly were, fast shipping The crews from each of the Buckeye, Pioneer and Steinbrwmer boats are now in the periods in this i>ort while August ocess of electing representatives to attend a contract,ipeeting at SIU headq-uarters in showed a slight slowdown' as- the stroit. The purpose .of-the meetipg will be to discuss working rules and contract matters men kept a tighter hold on their affecting life and work aboard jobs. men voted 1S» for the SIU as op­ been Issued full SIU membership ship. With the addition this year Now that vessel passes have posed to 7 for "no. union" and 5 books without the payment of an many new companies under the been acquired from Buckeye and for the Lake Sailors Union (Ind.). initiation fee or any other fee. SlU banner, the membwsfaip on The SIU urges any Buckeye, Pi­ Pioneer (Hutchinson & Co.) as The Pioneer seamen voted 213 the whole is enjoying a greater well as Steinbrenner (Kinsman for the SIU and 94 for "no union" oneer or Steinbrenner seaman wiw Toiedo Busy Organizing number of jobs. All heels have man Transit), SIU patrolmen are and the Buckeye seamen voted 77 was eligible and has not submit­ TOLEDO—AU reports show that been handled satisfactorily and boarding each ship to service the for the SIU and 18 for "no union." ted his application for a full mem­ the Toledo-Sandusky area has bera while at times Uiere may have crews. Each crew is being request­ The SlU now has on record bership book to write or contact real bertiive of organicational been a few minor Inconveniences ed to elect a representative if it crew lists of all the unlicensed the SIU. A small number ap­ activity during recent months. The to members because of the organ­ has not already done so. Once the seamen who were employed by the plications bave been held up be­ campaign which was aimed at show­ izing campaign, the members will SIU is notified that all represen­ Buckeye, Pioneer and Steinbren­ cause of . the applicant's failure to ing Bolaud and Ckimelius seamen "foe more than repaid in the long tatives have been chosen, the men ner fleets. Qualified members have include the reqpiired pictures. that the SIU offers all SIU mem­ run with job security. will be contacted by telegram as bers real job security was consid­ The following is a list of mem­ to when and where to report. ered a success by Hie overwhelming bership books on hand in the This follows the contract sign­ vote of the Boland seaman for the Cleveland hall: James ZacharlaS, ; ing in which the companies agreed SIU. , Edward C. Pitts, John T. Scadlon, to the full provisions of the Job Shipping has been very good and Lawrence Kessinger. James R. Security Program, the Welfare a ballot box for the voting of offi­ Clayton, David M. Brown and Roco Plan and an interim agreement cers for the SIU Great Lakes Dls- Zicarelll. . which provides for recognition of The SIU is now studying a plan for the establishment of a the.Union and other basic features. The interm agreement also pro­ manning and upgrading school for SIU seamen so they can vides for negotiations to take place qualify to receive their Hreman, oiler or AB endorsements. on the matter of working rules. The plan, which envisions-f ;——-——:— Last June tlie Steinbrenner Sea­ a program of study including promoted aboard their ship. If, a possible winter training for example, a fireman's job is The SIU Great Lakes Union program, would be taught by qual­ open on an SIU boat and a coalis a union cf, by and for Great ified instructors and open to all passer holds the endorsement and Lakes seamen which has made SlU members who have the re­ has seniority over any other man tremendous progress in advanc­ quired amount of sea time, sailing unrated but holding that ing the security of SIU men endorsement, he aidy take the pro­ One method of study now being sailing under its banner. One motion and move up immediately, of its greatest aeecmplishments considered is one in which SIU if he is' capable of doing the work. seamen would be contacted and is. the seniority and job security the case of relief jobs, a quali­ system which gives Lakes men requested to take leaves of ab­ In fied seaman may also move up sence from their boats for a spe­ protection under the seasonal and fill the position. cific time of study and awistance shipping set-up. Once confined The SIU has always felt that It at a designated training center. to inland waters, activities of During this time the, SIU seai- is the responsiblity of both the SIU men oar the Lakes now have grea^ sigalfteanGe - with the tnen would receive all the needed Union and the company to assist openfog of the Sdkway and Its instructions and training 40 obtain and encourage men who have suf­ Renovation of the new SIU hall in Buffalo has begun with woricmeti i use by hundreds cf deep sea their end.orsements and then . re­ ficient sea time to upgrade them­ Ebips. The Lakes have become turn to their boats. Arrangements selves in their department, Be­ removing the old bulkheads in preparation for the complete ren- ; America's fourth ^seaMast and would be 'made for the, members' cause of this, thC SlU has always ovation. SIU representative Blackie Gardner (third from right] !; felt that It is of great advantage (eevciopments there, are of ih- meals and lodging. reports that bidlding will bo completed about October 1. It 'wm > <^^ing latere^ to alt ni^ tn • It is well known that'under the- 40 all twrated i members If they olso Inuse the Jpint Council of the ILA, the ,f,|KA Pnd.^e^lU- ^ better thems^es hy going, after Great -Lakes Seamen's Job . Seetirthe SIU family of anions.' alffilioted Tug V/drkert and Oredne Woiiers.' ity Prograip, SIU seamen can bc,,,ap.A?r fijenwn or oUer'a K 4 Union Studying Plans For Upgrading Buffalo Ronovatlons.Startod -4- �••ptomber. 19M SEAFARERS Par* Elerea LOG KES S GREAT LAKES ELECTION ENDS; FARNEN REELECTED SECRETARY-TREASURER i" ^ ^ First Pioneer Seamen (Hutchinson & Co.) to vote in SIU Great Lakes District biennial eteetTon ©I ©ffieeri were Casiner Siuda, oiler, and James Dwyer, fireman. Seated next to ballot box Is Eldon Carter, porter, one of three SIU members elected to Elec­ tion Committee when voting began August 1, at Detroit. 5 Adrift On Superior Saved By SIU Crew Through the fast thinking and quick work of the officers and crewmembers of the SlU-contracted ship Michael Gal­ lagher (Midland), a boating party of five were saved after being adrift for 28 hours in^ — ^ treacherous Lake Superior. several searches gave up, thinking The 38-foot, Detroit bound the glittering lights were mirages ir- ! ft .. craft developed engine trouble off the Huron Islands on July 26 and floundered aimlessly for 28 hours hefdre thai Gallaghe'r Spotted Its distress signals west of'Big Bay. In a matter of minutes Mr, and Mrs. George Polasek and their two daughters, Patty, five, and Jo, two, were safely aboard the freighter. The fifth person In the party, Fred llurtubiste, remained in the boat to aid in guiding the helpless craft as It was towed in. The Gallagher, loaded with 9,000 tons of coal for the Calumet Division's wharf in Hubbell, Changed its course after mirror flashes were seen south of the reg­ ular shipping lanes. The boat was also picked up on the Gallagher's radar screen. The SIU crew re­ ported that when they drew close they saw a white sheet hung over the side of the stricken boat. Used Flashlight The passengers told the Gal­ lagher crew that during the night they used a flashlight to signal for help, but with no success. The mirror had been used to reflect the sun's rays during the daf. Keweenaw sailors reported see­ ing flashes, but after making caused by atmospheric conditions existing between Manitdu Island and Stannard Rock lighthouses. Residents say such reflections are common in the Keweenaw Penin­ sula's lee shore. - > . All five passengers were re­ ported in good condition except for fatigue and slept aboard their boat that night. Owner Polasek said he planned to continue his voyage to Detroit once the engine was re­ paired. SIU Great Lakes Union Halls HEADQUARTERS ' 10225-W. Jefferson, River Rouge IS. Mich. Vinewood 3-4741 Fred J. Farnen. Secretary-Treasurer Stanley F. Thompson. Asst. Seo.-Treas. ALPENA 127 River St. Norman Jolicoeur, Agent. .Elmwood 4-3616 BUFFALO. NY 35 N. Pearl St. Address maU to; 890 Main St. GRant 2728 CHICAGO 0389 Ewing Ave. South Chicago. lU, SAginaw 1-0738 CLEVELAND 1420 W. 25 St. Stanley Wares. Agent MAin 1-0147 DULUTH 312 W. 2nd St. Matt Anttila. Agent.... RAndolph 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich. 312 Main St, Address MaU to: P.O. Box 287 Glen Beaucock. i\gent BLgin 7-2441 TOLEDO 120 Summit St. CHerry 8-2431 Membership-elected committees in the ports and at SIU headquarters in River Rouge have completed their tally of the results of the month-long voting for officials of" the Great Lakes District and submitted their final report for membership action at the meet­ ings on September 19. Fred Farnen was reelected secretary-treasurer. The election committee's — tallly shows an overall total Julius H. Johnson (Book No. elected committee of election in et 1,476 ballots cast throughout the district and among crews of SlU-contracted boats. The voting began August 1 , and continued through August 31. During that •period every SIU vessel was board­ ed with a ballot 6ox and crews voted. Ballot boxes were also open in .all branch offices under the supervision of membership-elected committees. ; , The headquarters election > com­ mittee reported that the following are the committees' results (* indi­ cates winner) * Secretary-Treasorer; •Fred Farnen (Book No. 2109) 1,277 votes. 17 write-in. votes. ; Assistant Secretary-Treasurer •Stanley F. Thompson (Book No. 7656) 1,256 votes. 6 write-in votes. Alpena Agent " James Gamble (Book No. 8853> 352 votes. •Norman Jolicoeur (Book No. 7774) 893 votes. 3 write-in votes. Buffalo Agent •Roy J. Boudreau (Book No. 5711) 785 votes. Thomas V. Hydock (Book No. 7326) 139 votes. 4561) 234 votes. 1 write-in vote. Cleveland Agent •Stanley Wares (Book No! 2411) 1,168 votes. 10 write-in votes. Detroit Agent •Edmond J. Doherty (Book. No. 4394) 1,155 votes. ' •8 write-in votes. Duluth Agent Matt A. Anttila (Book No. 6332) 320 votes. James La Gosh (Book No. 7550) 137 votes. Sumner E. Thompson (Book No. 6308) 201 votes. •Gerald Westphal (Book No. 7483) 658 votes. Frankfort Agent •Glen H. Beaucock (Book No. 7777) 59 votes. Flo^d Hanmer (Book No. 8894) 55 votes. Opal W. Robinson (Book No. 9485) 8 votes. 1 write-in vote. (The Frankfort agent is voted only by the crewmembers of the Ann Arbor car-ferries.) 23 Ballots Voided There were 28 ballots voided and one ballot was destroyed. On September 6, at all member­ ship meetings, the membership- each port tabulated their ballots and nqted the results in the min­ utes of the meetings. The commit­ tee then forwarded to headquar­ ters the ballots along with a copy of the tally sheets under sealed cover marked "liallots for dfficers." In cases where there was no quorum, the port agent, in the presence of a committee of five members, opened the ballot boxes and counted the ballots. Meeting Is Held On Welfare Plan The first joint shipowner-SIU committee on the Great Lakes Sea­ men's Welfare Plan met on Sep­ tember 21 in Detroit to discuss th» program of benefits and the fund­ ing program of the Plan; The committee for the operators was elected from all the operators signed to the plan at a joint meet­ ing on August 18. The SIU program is the only ons of its kind on the Great Lakes and provides for one over-all program for all seamen without regard to the specific company or the num­ ber of companies a man works for during a season. Other matters affecting SIU Great Lakes seamen were dis­ cussed at the meeting. Japanese Trade Unionists Visit River Rouge Great lakes Shipping Aug. 1-Aug. 31,1960 DECK ENGINE STEWARD TOTAL Alpena a 36 27 13 .76 Buffalo 21 7 6 34 Chicago 27 19 4 60 Cleveland 50 26 9 85 Detroit 129 117 65 311 Duluth 40 40 7 87 Frankfort 28 37 . 34 99 Toledo 19 12 0 31 350 265 138 773 PORT TOTAL , * SIU Director of Organization Al Tanner (standing, center) explains background of SIU Great Lakes Dis­ trict organizing campaign In Boland fleet to members of Japanese Trade Union Health and Safety Study Team os State Department official looks on. Some eight representatives of Japanese trade unions, Including assistant director of Alt-Japan Seamen's Union, visited River Rouge head­ quarters bst month to study American union procedures. �TVelr® SEAFARERS LOG SeviemW, 19M 1^ s SEAFARERS IN DRYDOCK NJ Jobless Pay Change AidsSeamen Trainees Earn Lifeboat Tickets One of the little-noted anniversaries that slijpped by during the summer was the 10th birthday of the hospital benefit. This unique SIU benefit, which assures payments for an unlimited period, no matter how long a man is hospitalized, has yielded almost $1.8 million in cash payments to hospitalized Sea­ A major gap in New Jersey's unemployment insurance system farers since July, 1950. Among the brothers now on the hospital list of the USPHS faeility affecting Seafarers employed by In Ne\y Orleans are Louis Peed, Theodore Lee, Lawrence Wessels, New Jersey companies has been Mitchell Reed, Edwin Anderson and Donald Dambrino. All of them closed. Three SlU-contracted com­ panies, Sea-Land, Seatrain and appear to be doing okay. Brother Peed, who has had several stays In the hospital. Is back Valentine Chemical, maintain their in with a bad leg but feels that he'll be shipshape after this time. home base in New Jersey. As the result of the change, sea­ He last sailed on the Producer. Lee is another brother who is back for another gcround because of a leg condition that's troubling him. men can now combine their New Jersey wage credits with those His last ship was the -Chickasaw. Doing fine is the report on'Brother Wessels, who is in the hospital earned in other states when apply­ One of the latest groups of SIU lifeboat school trainees poses due to a heart condition. He came off the cruise ship Del Norte. Laid ing for unemployment compensa­ for "graduation" pWo outside SIU hall in Brooklyn. Successful tion. The new procedure is impor­ tant in the shipping industry be­ « class, covering meii from all departments, includes {front, I to r]: cause seamen often work for com­ M. Cruz, Angel O'Neill, Jerry Pow, S. M. Hsu, Maurice Roberts; panies located in several states. rear, Knud Ostergaard, C. Dean, Bosun Bill Doak (instructor),. When a seaman must combine seaJ. Martin, O. Rios and Ken Westervick. time in order to establish eligibil­ ity, the amount and duration of the benefits will be based on the laws of the state where the claim is filed. In the past, the seaman .who Wessels worked for companies in different Peed states could not make use of his up with a liver condition, Keed fs likewise progressing well at the New Jersey earnings when seeking New Orleans drydock. The Penn Vanguard was his last ship. unemployment Insurance. This Anderson is making headway recuperating from a heart attack and often meant he could not collect An expanded diagnostic medical carter located right in the seems to be doing okay. His last vessel was Del Campo. Off another benefits for which he was oth­ SIU hall is now being blueprinted for the port of Baltimore Mississippi ship, the Del Sol, Brother Dambrino is also reported gain­ erwise eligible. in place of the outside clinic operated for the past 2V4 years. ing in his recovery from a heart attack. Seamen off a' Seatrain vessel, These and all SIU brothers in the hospitals appreciate visits and for example, previously could only •The present clinic, situated-' mail, whenever possible, from their shipmates. A visit or a letter is apply in NJ and could not use out- some distance froni the hall, is space In the-4,aur-story structure. ^ a very welcome tonic for those cooped up in the hospital. of-state earnings to establish eli­ at 1739 Eutaw Place. New OHeaiu CUnio • The following is the latest available listing of men in the hospitals: gibility. In a move designed to broaden The change in Baltimore comes VA HOSPITAL The change is effective only on the center's services and make on the heels of earlier-announced USPHS HOSPrrAL KERRVILLE, TEXAS STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK claims filed after September 1, them more, convenient for Sea­ plans to open a similar center in WiUard T. CahiU Antonio Gonzales James Alston MT. WILSON STATE HOSPITAL 1960 in all states except Mississip­ farers and their families, trustees the new hall for Seafarers now Charles Haymond Sidney Anderson MT. WILSON, MARYLAND Thomas Lauer Arthur BaUu pi, Kentucky and Alaska. It will of the SIU Welfare Plan approved being constructed in New Orleans. George Davis Robert F. Nielsen Roberto Bosco TRIBORO HOSPITAL not affect current benefits. Any­ the shift at their last meeting. The In addition, plans are underway to Walter C. Cole. Jr. William Normand JAMAICA, LONG ISLAND, NY Salvator Rivera Henry A. Deacon one already collecting benefits, in exact site within the present Union establish a medical center for the James Russell William H. Todd Chas. Dougherty USPHS HOSPITAL New Jersey or any other state, building has not yet been, deter­ first time at the SIU building in T. M. White Niles v. Erlkscn CHICAGO, ILL. Peter V. Wygerden Angela Fuentes cannot use the change in NJ law. mined. There are several possible San Juan, Puerto Rico. Edgar S. Smith USPHS HOSPITAL to add to his present benefits. arrangements to utilize available NORFOLK, VIRGINIA USPHS HOSPITAL Established in April, 1957, with George .T. Balaskos Charles W. Phelps BALTIMORE, MARYLAND Dennis C-hoon Roy Y. Poore Eusibo Andaya Loyd J. Griffis the opening of the first clinic one Flea A. Clay Henri J. Robin, Jr. Wm. BrightweU Daniel HUI block ifom SIU headquarters in'-^ Hamiltcn Dailey Cecil O. Saunders Charles CantweU John ^choch James M. Davis R. E. Waterfield Brooklyn, the Medical Department ' Gorman T. Glaze Wm. E. Roberta Niddie C. Hinson VA HOSPITAL now operates clinics- in five ports. USPHS HOSPITAL FORT HOWARD. MARYLAND Month Of July, 1960 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. The centers in Mobile and New Raymond E. Dabney Matthew Bruno H. E. Monteton Orleans s^t up shop in December, VICTOR CULLEN STATE HOSPITAL Daniel R. CaUaghan Harold D. Napier CULLEN, MARYLAND Daniel A. Hutto Lacey L. Phillips Port Socmen Wives Cliildren TOTAL 1957, and the newest one, in Hous­ Alvlno Terrazas L. B. Knickerbocker VA HOSPITAL USPHS HOSPITAL Baltimore ?5 7 12 114 ton, marked its first anniversary last June. FORT MILEY. CALIF. BRIGHTON, MASS. Houston ... 45 0 0 45 James P. Ahern Peter A. Marozaa Howard J. Watts All told, the five clinics have USPHS HOSPITAL Raymond M. Davis James E. Martin Mobile ..... 85 * 8 7 100 given a total of 28,677 examina­ SEATTLE. WASHINGTON USPHS HOSPITAL Ray C. Coffey Sten T. Zetterman GALVESTON. TEXAS New Orleans ........ 196 6 " 6 208 tions to Seafarers and their de­ USPHS HOSPITAL George C. Dunfee D. B. Patterson . FORT WORTH, TEXAS . pendents since the start of the en­ Harry Granger James Rogers New York ... 289 22 16 327 tire program. Over 25,000 examina­ B. F. Deibler Max Olson John G. Gregory Adam E. Slowick Thomas R. Lehay Peter W. Sotire Horace C. Hunt Glen Vinson Woodrow Meyers Bozo G. Zelencic tions have been given to seamen Archie J. MUne Lyndon C. Wade SAILORS SNUG HARBOR HOSPITAL John O. Morrison TOTAL ^.. 710 43 41 794 alone during this period. (See sum­ STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK USPHS HOSPITAL Bart E. Guranick Thomas Isaksen mary at right.) This covers both SAVANNAH, GEORGIA A. B. Gutierrez original exams and re-exams of Belisarlo Alonso Ernest H. Webb VA HOSPITAL George E. Kitchens WEST HAVEN, CONNECTICUT seamen and dependents to date. USPHS HOSPITAL Everett Haislett Henry E. Smith NEW ORLEANS, LA. John J. Driscoll Diagnostic Work E. W. Anderson Isidore Levy VA HOSPITAL Enoch B. Collins Shelby McChutosh The clinics are not treatment AMERICAN LAKE, WASHINGTON Chas. Cunningham Anthony Marano Frank E. Anderson centers: they deal exclusively in Donald Dambrino WiUiam L. Mason VA HOSPITAL F. DeDoniiiicis diagnostic, preventive medicine James T. Moore OTEEN, NORTH CAROLINA Bertram Eckert Clarence Morehead Joseph-J. Bass and seek through periodic physical Ray J. Elliot Eddie A. Patingo VA HOSPITAL Nathan Goldiinger Louis W. Peed check-ups to detect potential ill­ NEW YORK, NEW YORK Leo C. Hannon MitcheU Reed Chas: O. Bergagna ness before it can become dis­ John Joseph Hazel Calvin A. Rome abling. Gustave Hoyzan Earl J. Sillin Wilbert Hughes Stanford A. Smith A small sampling of current find­ Edw. O. Johnson Andrew Stander Blood Donor Oscar M. Jones R. Stathan ings points up the value of the G. M. Kasprzyk James Stathis Center in NY program. In one month, all signs Andrew Kennedy Jay C. Steele Knapp William Thornton pointed to an inactive tubercular Seafarers are reminded that Edward Leo J. Lang Harold G. Werns condition for one -dependent as appointments for donors to the Harold A. Laiimann Lawrence Wessels RoI.-<nd Wilcox well as a number of ,seameik ex­ SIU Blood Bank can be made Theodore LeeVA HOSPITAL * amined. As a result, the individuals at any time on the 2nd deck at WEST ROXBURY, MASS. were promptly "alerted to the situ­ SIU headquarters. Blood dona­ R, J. ArsenaultVA HOSPITAL ation and advised of - possible tions are made at the New York HOUSTON, TEXAS Talbot treatment. Lacking this type of Health Center of the SIU Wel­ Edward US SOLDIERS HOME ft HOSPITAL medical facility, they might have fare Plan, just one block from WASHINGTON. DC gone on for years with no hikling the hall, and take only a few Wm. H. Thomson VA HOSPITAL of a seitoUs problem or What to do moments. CENTF" -""T SPRINGS, SD about it Clifford C. Womack All-New Clinic Mapped For Baltimore SIU Hall Physi€al Exams-^All SIU C/m/cs In the hospital? mmm iminediafely! v'-. �•; » ^'ri* :> ••• • .'•,-v;.^;:,5tJ!-'t;''»!-n;f»-^.-''••• ' • Sr '• • September, 19M SEAFARERS Tw nirteM LOG tlTlT DEPARTMEN'T Disability-Pension Roster Grows 12 More SlU Men Retired .«« • H'- An even dozen Seafarers who are no longer able to work-make up one of the largest groups ever approved for the SltJ disability-pension benefit at one time. The 12 SIU vet­ erans got the green light for the $35 weekly benefit at the latest meeting of the joinfboard OJ. trustees for the SIU Wel--^ 1955, he used to sail as a member hernia condition. fare Plan. Rourke, also a deck department The latest additions to the of the black gang. Francis, now 57 years of age, SIU disability-pension list bring the total number of Seafarers now had sailed with the steward de­ receiving this benefit to 190. De­ partment. He joined the SIU In spite mounting additions to the 1943 and was declared not fit for benefit roster, deaths keep reduc­ ing the total. Five of the dozen approved this Papadokis Bastes Goldsmit time are under 60 years of age, including two under 50. Already receiving their benefits, those just added to the list are: Nicklos A. Bastes, William R.-Bates, Scherzer Lowe veteran, joined the Union in 1940. He is retiring at the age of 57 be­ cause an inflammation of the kid-, neys prevents him from working. Wilisch is 64 years old and sailed in the deck department. An SIU man since 1946, he was declared not fit for duty permanently be­ cause of a disabling arteriosclerosis Bates duty permanently due to a heart condition. Another veteran of the steward department, Goldsmit is now 75 years old. He is retiring from the sea because of heart disease after having sailed with the SIU since 1941. Medina, 46 years of age, sailed vdth the engine department and joined the Union in 1942. A heart ailment- has forced him to quit working for good. An oldtimer who shipped in the deck department, Scherzer joined the. SIU back in 1939. He is 63 years old and is retiring from sea­ faring due to heart disedse. Lowe Is 65 years old and is- a deck department member who joined the Union in 1939. He is re­ tiring because of arthritis and a Medina Rourke and arthritic condition. Neumaier is retiring at the age of 74 because of arteriosclerotic heart disease. Ha joined the SIU in 1940 and had sailed in the stew­ ard department. Pappadakis, another steward de­ partment veteran, joined the Un­ ion in 1941. He is retiring due to a heart condition at the aga of 65. Seesholtz, who is*^8 years old, joined the Harbor and Inland Waterways Division of the SIU in 1957. He was approved for special disability benefits because of de­ generative arthritis that prevents nim from working. Augustus Francis, Abram Gold­ smit, Marcos E. Medina, Edward Scherzer, Jesse Lowe, George Rourke, Edward Wilisch, Charles J. Neumaier, Michael Pappadakis and Lawrence F.' Seesholtz Sr. Bastes, who is 64 years old, sailed in the steward department and joihed the SIU In 1944. His USPHS record states that, he is Along with millions of youngsters all over the US, an "not fit for duty permanently" be­ estimated 2,OO0 SIU. benefit babies joined the back-to-school cause of arteriosclerotic heart movement this month at the end of the summer recess. The disease. A member of the Union since 2,000 - figure represents only-*^ 1946, Bates is only 40 years old. half of the more than 4,000 for births to proud SIU parents He has been declared not fit for children born to SIU families amounts to $812,000, and covers duty permanently because of since the maternity benefit pro­ the arrival of 4,060 youngsters. Twenty-four of the new arrivals epilepsy. Previously on the special gram got underway in 1952. The latest total of benefits paid were recorded during the.first four disability list for one month in weeks in August. . An additional family "nestegg" is represented by an equal number of $25 US bonds presented to the families by'the Union as a gift in Cn#.:ni Cariiritu Old-Age, Survlvovs and Disability Inthe baby's name. The accumulated sociai aecuriTy. gurancg system (OASDl), popularly known maturity value,of the baby bonds as Social Security, is a program of Federal benefits, It is ad­ issued to date equals $101,500. ministered in Washington by the Social Security Administration Payable since April 1, 1952, the of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare through field $200 SIU maternity benefit was offices in many cities. The program prpvides maximum' family set up to ease the cost of childbenefits of $254 monthly. rearing for the growing number If you are employed or self-employed in any kind, of work cov­ of SIU men raising families. ered by Social Security, you must have a Social Security account Despite the skeptics, the invest­ number. Your Social Security card shows your account number, ment rapidly proved worthwhile. A total of 518 SIU youngsters was which is used to keep a record of your earnings. You should use born in the first year and, at its the same account nunnbier all your life. It is advisable to check peak, -647 newcomers arrived in periodically on the status of your account in order to avoid any the third (April, 1954-March, 1955). possible errors. All told, in the more than eight OASDI benefits are not paid automatically. Applicants for oldyears since the program began, an age, survivors or disability insurance are adyised to file promptly average of 490 babies has arrived and to have necessary proofs of age, marital status, dependent each year. support and/or death (for survivors* benefits) available in ad­ One of the unique features of vance. When you believe you are eligible file promptly, with or the maternity benefit is its recog­ without proofs, so that benefits payments may start as soon as nition of multiple births, in(;luding possible. Prompt filing is important because the number of hack 33 .sets of twins and two sets of payments Is limited by law. This applies to the liunp-sum burial triplets for which multiple bene­ benefit (maximum, $255) also. . fits were paid. $111 Benefit Babies Top 4,000; Many In School ii'-'* r Know Your Benefits xm Joseph Volpian, Social .Secnrity Director Welfare Plan Passes lOtSi Birthday The passing of time since the SIU Welfare Plan began ten years ago has seen many developments. The wide variety of benefits now available to Seafarers and their families has become such a matter of routine that the latest Welfare Plan anniversarj' passed by un­ noticed. The same applies to the SIU Vacation Plan, now past its ninth year. It's important to note, however, that these benefits cannot be re­ garded as mere "routine matters". They cannot be regarded* as such because they represent an outlay of more than $300,000 per month in cash benefits alone (see chart below). This is a considerable sum worthy of some recognition. Various other service benefits are not included in the total. In actual fact, the "Social Security" banner of this department covers a great many matters of concern to Seafarers and their fami­ lies. The livelihood and well-being of thousands of SIU families are directly linked to the chain of SIU benefits and other benefits noted on these pages. (See also story on page 4). * None of these items can be classed "routine" when you look at the whole picture. Aside from' the concerns of the. immediate family, the birth of 'a child is no matter of wondef today. However, consider the fact that over "4,000 youngsters in SIU families, half of them al­ ready attending school, have entered the world since the time a few short years ago when the SIU maternity benefit program began. Consider what a physical examination program, a blood bank and a combined medical-surgical-hospital program must mean in main­ taining the health of these growing youngsters and their families. These are only a part of our SIU "Social Security" facilities. In another area, look at the number of "firsts" we have witnessed in developing our benefits. These are naturally prestige-builders, but they also mean new needs being .taken care of, wherever they may occur. Larry Seesholtz, now disabled and a member of the SIU Harbor and Inland Waterways Division, is the first tugboatman from the Gulf area to start drawing the $35 weekly SIU disability-pension. Ha is ohe of a dozen Seafarers recently qualified for this benefit, which is available to him throughout his lifetime because he is no longer able to work (see story at left). This is another important measure of what security means for an SIU man. • * * Many of our oldtimers expressed interest in the action by the re­ cent extra session of Congress on a medical care aid bill for the aged. Due to the political activities linked to the passage of this bilh the legislation that emerged is far from satisfactory in many quarters. Efforts will surely be made next year to improve on it. Meanwhile, our oldtimers at least have the assurance that SIU benefits still cover their particular needs In this area. (Comments and suggestions are invited by the Department and can be submitted to this column in care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) SIU Welfare, Vacation Plans Report of Cash Benefits Paid Period: August 1-28, T960 Number of Amount Benefit^ Paid Hospital Benefits (Welfare).. 5,121 $14,567.51 Death Benefits (Welfare) 6 19,905.00 Disability Benefits (Welfare). 716 25,060.00 Maternity Benefits (Welfare) . 24 4,800.00 Dependents Benefits (Welfare) 143 39,062.12 Optical Benefits (Welfare)... 175 1,693.61 Summary (Welfare)....... 6,185 Vacation Benefits $105,088.24 1,194 $203,780.29 TOTAL WELFARE, VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD.. 7,379 $308,868.53 Summary Cash Benefits Paid Hospital Benefits (Welfare) $1,778,717.35 Death Benefits (Welfare) 3,132,969.06 Disability Benefits (Welfare) ... 1,112,835.00 Maternity Benefits (Welfare)... 812,000.00 Dependents Benefits (Welfare). 1,239,752.90 Optical Benefits (Welfare) .... 36,882.07 Summary (Welfare), $ 8,113,156.38 Vacation Benefits $14,529,315.21 TOTAL WELFARE, VACATION BENEFITS PAID TO DATE $22,642,471.59 �Face Fonrteea SEAFARERS •evtembert IMt LOG 'Ha- ;:•• ^ Welcome New^ FINAL DISPATCH SIU BABY The deaths of the following Seafarers have been reported to the Seafarers Welfare Plan and a total of $32,000 In benefits was paid: Roy G. Wilt. 54: Brother, Wilt John S. Lukas, 65: Brother Lukas died of arteriosclerosis in Harris- died of natural catlses In the Pub­ burg, Pa., on lic Health Serv­ August 4, 1960. ice Hospital on An SIU member S t a t e n Island, since 1947, he New York, July had sailed for 1, 1960. He had many years in sailed in the the engine de­ steward depart­ partment. His ment since March survivors include 2, 1946. He is his widow, Helen survived by his E. Wilt, of Harwidow, Irene risburg. Details about his place of Lukas, of Brooklyn, N.Y. Burial burial are not known. Total bene­ was at the Cypress Hills Cemetery, fit: $4,000. Brooklyn, NY. Total benefit: $4,000. 4 ai ai Frank Bines, 37: Brother Blues passed away on July 2, 1960, at the King County Hospital, Seattle, Wash., following an a 11 a c'k of pneumonia. H e had sailed "since September, 1943, as an SIU man In the engine de­ partment. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Veronica B. TristanL Burial details are not known. To­ tal benefit: $4,000 3^ 4 ft t t t William B. Baylors, 39: Brother Saylors died of drowning on July 17, 1960, in the Mississippi River at New Orleans, La. He had been sailing in the steward depart­ ment since 1946. Lila Bailey Say­ lors was appoint­ ed administratrix of his estate. Burial was in the Amity Cemetery, New Orleans, La.. Total benefit: $4,000. ARRIVALS All of the following SIU families have received a $200 maternity benefit plus a $25 bond from the Union In the baby's name,-repre­ senting a total of $3,200 In maternity benefite and a matniity value of $400 In bonds: • , . . News ol his SIU disability-pension bene­ fits plus first $35 weekly check gives a much-needed lift to veteran Seafarer Charles J. Neumaier (left visited recent* ly by Walt Sibley. SIU A&G port agent at San Francisco. (See story, page 13) George A. Gonzales, born July 6, 1960, to Seafarer end Mrs, Alphonso R. Gonzales, New Or­ leans, La . ' it it if Gwenda Ann Henry, born July 20, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs^ Michael Henry, Channelview, Tex. 4 i 4 SIU BLOOD BANK HONOR ROLL 4" 4" 4» 4". ' 4" .4.. 4-:- 4 \ Joey Rivera, born . August T 2, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jose P. Rivera, Bronx, NY. Michael Lowell HlpP, bora Au­ gust 9, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Lyle Lowell Hipp, Houston, Texas, - 4 4 4 4 4 4 • 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4- 4 4 4 Ke-vin James Hume, born July 3, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Peter F. Hume, Arabi, La. vi? StU Blood Bank . Inventory rn.v • 4" Dale Wayne Groth, bom June Leon Joseph Maas, bom April 29, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. John 25, i960, to Seafarer and Mrs. LeOn "David Groth, Baltimore, Md. J. Mass, New Orleans, La. 4. i- 4 Timothy Mark Kent, born July if it . if . Alice Charlene WlUlams, born 28, 1960, td; Seafarer and Mrs. Clyde A. Kent, Baltimore, Md. Mars I. Gallop, 34: Brother Gal­ t t • lop died of drowning at Macapa, at the mouth of Genezyasz J. Nowokunskl,. 44: A the Amazon River coronary thrombosis was fatal to in Brazil on July Brother Nowo­ 18, 1960. He had kunskl in Bom­ shipped in the bay, India, on steward depart­ May 7, 1960. He ment since Au­ sailed in the The SIU blood bank supplies Seafarers or members of their families gust, 1945. Marsteward depart­ with blood anywhere in the United States. Seafarers can donate to vella Gallop was ment since De­ the bank at the SIU clinic in Brooklyn. Listed here are a few of the appointed admin­ cember 18, 1946. Seafarers and others who have donated to the blood bank. istratrix of his Surviving are his Leventhal, Jason R. Smith, Troy D. estate. Details about the place of daughters, Jeanne Garay, Rufino Silberfarb, Peter M. and Mary Nowoburial are not known. Total bene­ Trefethen, Donald A. Olsen, Elmer kunski of Whitman, Massachusetts. fit: $4,000. Wagner, Donald Keller, Frank A. Place of burial was not indicated. J, Meher, Cornelias B. Escabi, Luis A. Total benefit: $4,000. Anselmo Melendez; 69: Brother Vazquez, Domingo Orencio, Nicanor Melendez died on August 19, i960, t t 4" Womack, James D. Parker, James M. of injuries fol­ Bennett, Jack J. Robert Belyea, 35: Brother Bellowing an aUto Suchmam David yea, died of a hemorrhage while accident in his O'Neill, Johnny aboard the SS Santore, March 14, hometown of Strange, Leo 1960. He had sailed in the engine Freeport, LI. He Benefield, Glen O. had shipped in department since September 11, Lane, Edward J. the engine de­ 1956. He is survived by his widow, Koval, John T. partment and Elsie E. Belyea, appointed admin­ Period: July, 1960 Trazenfeld, Leonard had been an SIU istratrix of the Belye»t estate. Buri­ Pints Contributed .... 167 Allison, Cornelius J, member since al was in the Lutheran Cemetery Martin, George F. 1939. total bene­ Winger, Minnesota. Total benefit: Pints Rejected-3 Black, James F. fit: $4,000. $4,000. Brookfield, Henry - Pints Credited* ....... SSVi Pints On Hand Silverstein, Stanley S July 1 JBI Barbara, Salvatore " Ellman, Leonard 180V6 Bouchier, Ronald G. Pints Used .......... 42 Subotnick, Stuart Cleary, Stephen M.. Pints On Hand Perez, Jose M. August 1, 1960 ..........138V4 Reddock,' Richard . , The Seafarer described below, is receiving the $35 .weekly SW * * • , Harper, Harry H. disability-pension benefit. Summary Ritt, Joseph M. Robert M. Ellis . . . 72 . . . First went to sea back in 1913 on an Total Contributed To Date: Dunn, Joseph old-line dry cargo vessel. He Joined the SIU liyi93d 1,158 Pints Barnes, Lionel C. • as a member of the steward department. Among Total Rejected To Date: Carpenter, Alvln / the .many vessels he's sailed. Brother Ellis remem­ 43 Pints Pltzele, Peter . ' i' bers the Waterman ship Yaka, for it was on this . Total Credited To Date: Sands, John E. . ship that he made the famed Murmansk run in 1942. 557V^ Pints Williams, John He recalls that the ship was under fire from above, Total Used To Date: Gottfried, Gerald J, . under and on the seas . . , and although the trip 419 Pints Blake, John ' was successful, the memory lingers pn even today. Blake, Brian Retired since 1955 on t}ie SIU disability-pension, *This is a standard arrangement Fong, Jackson this veteran Seafarer liyes in Brooklyn with his wife alloting 50% for s'ervice, process­ Sisto, Eugene J. Muriel. Well along in years, he generally takes it ing and storage to Brooklyn Efron, Ronald ' J easy ^pund the house, but stfll manages to get out to the hall in Geisler,• RobM^;F<j ; ,• .Donor Center Inc.' ' * , * * Brooklyn at least twice a month to chat and visit with former ship­ Bruckner, Howard'-.' mates. ? . GOAB; 500 PINTS IN BANK Cousins, -Clarenoe; ^ PENSIONERS CORNER August 8, 1960, to Seafarer" and Mrs. James E. Williams,'Mpbile, Ala. t i>iii> Jacqueline Lynn TroMlair, born June 5, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jack C. Trosclair, Mobile, Ala. Debra Marie- Flaherty, borii July 23,1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. John M. Flaherty, Boston, Mass. Milton Lee Morrow, born April 18, 1960, to Seafarer wd Mrs. Coy Lee Morrow, Mobile,,Ala. Jimmie Wayne Brown, born July 25, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jimmie R. Brown, Milligan, Fla. Roberto Ayala, born August 16, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jesus Ayala, Bronx, NY. . Cathy Lunelle Bishop, born July 31, 1960, to Seafarer and Mrs. Hollis Bishop, Bayou La Batre, Ala. Scholarship Rule Change Seafarers or their children who are interested in competing for future SIU scholarship awards are advised to note a clarification in the eligibility rules, which was adopted at the last meeting of the trustees. The amendment stipulates that only unmarried children of Sea­ farers can qualify as dependents eligible for an award. Successful candidates who are children of Seafarers must be unmarried at the. time they receive their awards. This rule does not, of course, affect active Seafarers competing for a scholarship. Five $6,000 four-year college scholarships • are given annually, one of which is reserved for an active Seafarer. To date, since 1953, a total of 38 scholarships with an aggregate value of $228,000 have been awarded. Nineteen have been won by active seamen and 19 by SIU men's children. Up until last year, the seamen ischolars led th6 youngsters 17'-11 in the number of scholarships won.' The 1961 awards will be made next spring. . . -if �tm SSAPAKERS Waam FifUMI LOG *Mon Overboard!' FBOteTHE SIU in WASHINGTON COURT DECISIONS. The United States Supreme Court in a case involving the Order of Railroad Telegraphers and North Western Railroad ruled that a union's 4cmand to amend a collective bargain­ ing agreement to prohibit a railroad from abolishing jobs without the eoftsent erf the union was a bargainabie issue under the Railway Labor Act This controversy was a "labor dispute" within the mean­ ing of the Norris-LaGuardia Act, which deprives Federal Courts of the jurisdiction to issue injunctions in such disputes. The railroads in this case operated a rail system covering over 9,000 miles, prin­ cipally in the Midwest. The railroads petitioned the public utility commissions in same of the states in which, it operated claiming ttiat the railroad found it necessary to close s.tations in order to improve its weak financial condition. They claimed there were so few duties at some of these stations that the agents worked as little as 30 min­ utes a day for a full day's pay. The union notified the railroads that it wanted- to open negotiations on this matter and to amend the col­ lective bargaining agreement to include the principle that no position then in existence would be abolished or discontinued except by agree­ ment between the carrier and the union. The railroad took the posi­ tion that tlie union request did not constitute a labor dispute or a bargaining issue. Several meetings were held, but the two sides could come to no agreement. As a result, the union voted to strike and the railroad company took the ease to court asking for an injunction. Tlx® District court ruled that the union's demand related to pav, rules and working condiUmis and therefore constituted a labor diapu'ce. Th® district court's ruling was reversed by the Court of Appeals and finally The Supreme Court was asked to rule on the case. <7 i Boland- & Gorrielius seamen have, per- up assorted "independent" outfits, contract­ fomied a service to themselves and to or­ ing to non-maritime unions such as District ganized seanaen everywhere by the decisive 50 and similar methods. manner in which they rejected Teamster Touch And Go President James R. Hoffa. It is clef^ from Whw the present. SIU Seaway organizing the record that the ill-fated Teamster raid drive was undertaken just three years ago, in the maritime field was the personal ven­ it was touch and go for a while. Other cir­ ture of the Teamster president. The raid cumstances, such as the virtual shutdown of •was directed out of the headquarters of Lakes shipping in 1959, have added to the Hoffa's home local, Local 299 in Detroit. obstacles faced by the organizers. However, The attorney for the "independent brother- 1960 is the year in which the tide turned. hcKKi" in Bolahd & Cornelius, a group The Great Lakes District has triumphed by ganized specificaUy for the purpose of keep­ convincing margins in four of the, five elec­ ing unions out of the fleet,; also happens to . tions held this summer, an outstanding rec-, be JHfoifa*s attorney of record, Numerous, ' ord in a citadel 'of anti-unionism arid in a lieutenants of Hotta -a^ere-directly involved hostile political atmosphere. As a result of lit the effort to rig anJffidection''. -vvrheceby SIU activity since 1957 nearly 2,0^Lakes the Teamsters "would "have.sw^lloWed th«f seamen employed on 74 ships are, now en­ "independent brotherhood" and repudiated joying the beriefits of maritime union repre­ the SIU. EUaborate finagling with the con- sentation. The organizers who have worked :duct of this '^election " mysterious handling long and hard throughout the Lakes against of some 100 absentee ballots, intimidation o* discouraging odds are to be congrat^ated the families of crewmembers, all fail^ to on an outstan^ng job. With the pro-Uniori convince Boland seamen that they were bet- trend now firmly established, hopes are high -ter off with IJoffa than the SIU. When the that 1961 will bring more Union victories. showdown came in a Government-super­ vised election, they mad# their choice loud , and clear over the combined pppositicm bf" Hoffa, the "independent brotherhood^^ ^nd *'t^--slupQvimer^: . October 4 is the big day for Philadelphia In the past, Hoffa has" Seafarers,because that evening, will mark as a "fink"^ by the SIH of hia .will­ the formal opening of the brand hew hall ingness, to use aoati-labwJfegislatio^^ suchjiO for SIU men.in that port With the opening the Laiidrum-Griffin bdlV to- atiadc the.St¥ in i?hiladelphia, another landmark has been 8tnd other uniona Hoffa's action in Boland & Cornelius, particularlyr his (ios6;kss!biCaa-7 passed in the complex and difficult job of tioh Widi the ''*indepifend^.t. brotherhiipd'^? pfoviding comfortable and adequate facili' ties for Seafarers in all ihajor ports. sCrves tq justify ,t^at description. ; •i' • Work on the New Orleans hall is prtv ^t.there is more to file & Gbr•s nelius election than rei^iatidh of a Heffa grossing at a rapfd clip. It should be near . completion by the end of the year. Houstonraid. On the pc»itive sidey^ t^he B4«G offers further evidence of the svring,:-j#f^" is- neX^t^ With property alr^^ earmarked for that purpose. Lakes seaiheh towardiunion representation. I*pr j^ars ia ; The new haUs reflect the new status of coalirion of non-union ' Jeamijm. T^ fitting acccunpaniment to ->*•••' f. , the Swpeiw benefits and protecfoughii off. ahjdt.^fi%e^ :cfgamizing effOris. in the pthce® they'i^^ uOh whidti seamen enjoy today as compared : ^ M a- variety of devices, among them the'old .'wHh what existed at the Union's founding, iH r: ? "divide and conquer'' technique of setting 22 years a^ in October, 1938. ' (• • i'-f • PhUnilelphia Hall -T t, ^ FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY. The publication recent­ ly released by the Department of Commerce, entitled "Rationale of Federal Transportation Policy," has a chapter that dea's with prob­ lems of the merchant marine. Among the problems discuesed are: first, that an authorative determination of the total size and quality of the essential fleet necessary to meet both the defense and peace­ time requirements of the commerce of the US must be made. Second, is the size and trend of the merchant marine subsidy, including pos­ sible means of increasing revenues, decreasing costs of operation, and decreasing costs of construction. The authors of the publication say, "as respects some types of limited war, it appears that t'le mer­ chant marine may be reasonably adequate in terms of total quantity. However, there appear to be deficiencies qualitatively as respwts ship age, sgeed, heavy lift capability, and ability to load a'rd ur.load under conditions more primitive than those existing at major com­ mercial seaports ... a closely associated problem is the relianc® currently placed upon vessels under the flags of Panama, Liberia and Honduras. Vessels under these flags of convenience represent a vital segment of our ocean-going capability, including about one-half of our tanker and three-fourths of our bulk carrier tonnage. Li tima of war, it is presumed that these vessels would be under the praetieal control of the United States, since they are American-owned anl since their countries of .registry have no navies by whieh they could enforce physical control. However, these ships are manned by foreign nationals, and US cantrol over them is not as effective as if they carried the American flag and American crews." The report says that everything possible should be done to improve US conirel over these ships and that the US should make efforts to have all friendly maritime nations sign agreements for the immediate return of the ships to the US in the went of an emergency. i, $ SHIPS vs. RAILS. On May. 25, I960, Congressman James E. Van Zandt, (R.-Penn.), introduced a bill, HR 12385, which would requir® users of inland waterways to pay a user's charge. Before Congress adjourned for the national nqioinating conventions. Van Zandt told the House of RepresenUUves that there was scant opposition to th® user charge principle, ne said that Presidents Roosevelt. Truman and Eisenhower have all. publicly urged the imposition of suck charges for the use of publicly provided transportation facilities. H« said the users of the Federally-subsidized inland waterways, built and maintained at taxpayers' expense, have never paid the Govern­ ment anything for either the construction of or operating on thes® costly facilities. Federal expenditures for navigation on the inland and intracoastal waterways have totaled more tksn $2.6 billion. Van Zandt said there is "no denial of the fact that barge line operations oh our inland waterways form a mature and financially sLrong in­ dustry. As such, that industry should be required to take its place in transportation, on a sell-sustaining basis, bearing its own costs under conditions of fair competition with other modes of transportation." $ ^ MARITIME OUTLOOK (Tankers), According to AMMI, al.-nost 15 per cw>t of the US-flag privately-owned tanker tonnage, or about 992,000 dwt, was inactive as of June 30, 1960. Practically all of th® wa« d»e to iaek of employment. The AMMI-report said that freight rates for tanker cargoes remain depressed, and With few ex­ ceptions, have been below the break-even level for US-flag vessels. The study indicates that the outlook, for the world tanker fleet and the ^ tanker fleet" in particular for the remainder of 1939 and th® years ahead, will remain uncertaia until the problem of surplus ton­ nage is resolved. On July 1, I960, the United States-flag privately owned tanker fleet totaled 342 vessels of 6,680,063 dwi. The U3 tankship fleet is now 34 vessels below the 1939 fleet, but has grown more than 2.4 million dwt. This is due to the fact that^the averag® tanker today is in- excess of 19,500 dwt as compared to an averag® of 11,200 dwt in 1939. 4« MOtRTGAGE INSURANCE. A% of June 30, 1960, MA had In effect, under Title XI of the Merchant Marine Act, 1938, approximately $427 million in Government mortgage Insurance and commitumnts to insure mortgages involving 50 ships and 3 barges. Pending appli­ cations for Title XI mortgage insurance is estimated to involve an, additional $278 million on 31 deep and 72 shallow draft vessels. This makes a total either in effect or pending of $705 million on projects involving 158 vessels. .13:.. -.7 �SEAFARERS Pac* filxfeen Cei»teinben 1989 LOG 8111 Man Gets Citizenship Union Meetings Reaffirm LOG Editorial Policies SIU membership meetings in all ports have approved a resolution authorizing the Union's executive board to maintain the traditional editorial policy of the SEATARERS LOG in view of the recent changed in format and publication. The resolution notes that^^ the LOG is published monthly comprehensive Information were gan of the Union. The LOG will to cor,form to the new monthly also mentioned in the resolution. not serve the political advantage The changes, the resolution of any individual in the Union, nor membership schedule. Physical changes in format in order to pro­ notes, will not alter the traditional will it publish anything injurious vide expanded coverage and more editorial policy of the official or- to the Union. The text of the resolution is as follows: "Whereas, the Union's official publication, the SEAFARERS LOG, has instituted physical changes in its format to provide expanded coverage and more comprehensive information to the membership re­ garding the Union and its affiliates, as well as the maritime industry The blatant strikebreaking activities of the Kohler Co., ma­ in general, and Seafarer Peter Van Wygerden receives his citizenship papers jor plumbing-ware manufacturer, have been denounced and "Whereas the SEAFARERS LOG from Judge Richard Hartshorne in the judge's chambers at the overturned in a landmark National Labor Relations Board is now being published on a month­ US District Court in Newark, NJ. Wygerden is a patient at the ly basis in order to conform with decision. As a result, the com--* USPHS Hospital in Staten Island. He was taken to the ceremony any has been ordered to re- the strikebreakers it brought in the monthly membership meeting by on SIU representative. ire 1,700 strikers. To do this to take the jobs in the company's schedule as provided for in the the company would have to unload futile effort to break the back of I[pion's amended constitution, and "Whereas, these changes in phys­ the union. The company promptly an­ ical format and publication dates nounced it would appeal the re­ represent no change in the estab­ instatement order in the courts in lished and traditionally-observed a further delaying action. Mean­ editorial policy of the SEA­ while, the United Automobile FARERS LOG, to wit: Seafarer Peter Van Wygerden, 33, got a new le^se on life "That no articles shall be pub­ Workers Local 833 is continuing last month when he became a United States citizen in cere­ to picket the plant in the six-year- lished in the SEAFARERS LOG monies at the US District Court House, Newark, NJ. which serve ^le political advan­ old walkout. As a result, he's now a steptage of any individual within It is expected It will take at The United States and most of least a year to resolve the issue the union, officer or member, closer to the day when he can and some 150 other citizens-to-be the other member nations of the in, the courts. and call for his German-boim wife the basic freedoms they would.en- Organization Of American States The controversy began In 1954 "That no articles shall be pub­ Ingrid and 18-month old son, Peter, joy as Americans. • last month began recalling their when the union sought a contract lished in the SEAFARERS LOG now living in Holland with his Next came the recitation of the diplomatic personnel stationed in incorporating the union shop and which are deemed injurious to parents. Then the Van'Wygerdens the Dominican Republic shortly other benefits. The company would the Union or to its collective intend to settle down to a new life oath of allegiance, and the people gathered there—of all ages, reli­ after the OAS voted to sever dip­ grant none of them, and negotia­ membership, or which violate together in West Milford, NJ. gions and nationalities—repeated lomatic ties with that country. the accepted canons of ethics tions broke down. The strike fol­ The SIU member almost missed it after the Judge. and good taste. The break in relations between lowed. the citizenship ceremony as a re­ the US and the Trujillo regime Kohler subsequently gave non- "Therefore, be It resolved, that sult of back injuries he received will in no way aifect shipping as strikers' a wage increase, dealing the membei'ship of the Seafarers while a crewmember of the Sear far as the SIU is concerned. Only without the union, and this con­ International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, train New York. He was admitted two companies—^Alcoa Steamship verted what had been an economic Lakes dnd Inland Waterways Dis­ to the Public Health Hospital at and Bull Line—had previously strike to one against unfair labor trict, go on record at this time as Staten Island several weeks after­ Seafarers with beefs regard­ called there, and a check with practices. reaffirming this traditionally-ob­ ward and. is still undergoing an al­ ing slow payment of monies due them indicated that they had long Last month, the NLRB found served editorial policy of the SEA­ most continual series of diagnostic from various operators in back since discontinued that service be­ that the raise was in violation of FARERS LOG, and also, tests. Although he presently is wages and -disputed overtime cause of economic reasons. "Be is resolved that the consti- allowed out of bed for only an should first check whether they the law. One board member went US trade with the Dominican further and said that the true tuitonally - established Executive hour or so a day because of his have a proper mailing address Republic — cultural, tourist or cause for the strike lay in the en­ board shall be authorized and di­ condition, doctors gave him a spe-* on file with the company. SIU otherwise—^will probably continue tire history of the Kohler firm, rected to maintain and implement cial pass so that ho wouldn't miss headquarters officials point out Into the immediate future in light which shows "a fixed intent to . . . this traditional editorial policy of the important occasion. : that reports received from sev­ of the fact that consular functions rid itself of the union." He said the SEAFARERS LOG in a man­ eral operators show checks have Judge Outlines Freedom have not yet been affected by the that this inveitably provoked and ner consistent with Article X,-Sec­ been mailed to one address break in relations. The duties of prolonged the strike. tion 8 of the Union constitution." Before the Seafarer officially was while a beef on the same score the consulate, differ from those of The board sharply reprimanded .Submitted, by Executive Board: hand'ed his cttizehship papers by is sent from another, thus cre­ the diplomatic corps, and include Kohler for hiring detectives- to , Paul Hall, Cal Tanner,; A1 Kerr, the'Judge, the Honorable Richard ating much difficulty in keeping the validation of seaman's papers, spy not vnly on tim strikers but 'Earl Sheppard, Claude/Simmons, Hartshorne, hie sat attentively as. accounts straight. •nd issuance of visas. the official impressed upon him— on the board's own attorneyis. Ijndsey Williams, A1 Tanner. Order Kohler To Rehire 1,700 In 6-Year Strike E Seaman Rides Wheelchair To Citizenship Ceremony US Cuts All Ties With Dominicans UsePnlyOne Mill AfMrosi U *n}l NEWS HEADLINES j{uRRICANte POMNA IVkkfe VUERTO RICO,F/ORIPAR£VS/4AH> aABA^rcoA9r. CNBR moiB. IN REVIEW^ — sniu //S/ NEAR,'OlAC&, AS RINAL B4CT70V5 JOUST fZlR VSSfl ; UM Afr^Mfnif^^'TberABiutB MATiOAi» r' — pUBRTO RICO. W) SHAIZB OF OLYMPIC (SAMBMBPAIS ... WOMEM Oi/AhlA^^ sHCTPurmRS eWsLL-pTTAL US^.tA^iNAMBRlCAh^NAriONSABRBBON (ylANT "^MARBRAIL PLAN'' PoR ... ^^ J^iL4J0N FRO^^MVBSlSNBDlDBeriBfi riTIPA/S OFM/U/OVS... UB yJOULD BB mFLOBMCEOff/sArICVW IN MAKING VBCiBIONSe rirooFYUSb'SLAs/iAfMASGBROF Be^PrANDCA^RocFCOBAAiX COMB-rOAlBMYof^WUMCmiL POUCBVEfAmm SBCURITY opsf^swrnPARnALiNTBSRAPfial /V , Sa/BRALSDinHBSN CrPBS INCIVOIN& MBAlORLBANB B%PBCm>NEiCre �PTpf'"-:; •i'A •eptember, 1960 SEAFARERS Pace SeTenteea LOG T HE US Coast Guard, with the Help of electronics, has been keeping tabs on the positions of thousands of ships at -sea during the two years it has been operating AMVER—the Atlantic Merv,hant Vessel Re­ port System. AMVER can quickly plot ship positions at any given time for vessels tak­ ing part in this free service. This is the quickest method of getting aid to sick or injured seamen on ships which hove no doctors. Merchant ships using the service transmit basic information—route and speed—to any of 14 Coast Guard radio stations which relay this to the AMVER cen­ ter where it is recorded on on IBM Card and then fed into on electronic memory unit known as RAMAC. A ship need not report again unless it deviates more than 25 miles off the given course. As a result, seamen on ships taking part in the service can get speedy care in an emergency. l.» V9% •:i - M AMVER ELECTRONIC RESCUE AID FOR SHIPS '••I iil -f'i! I v.. * ^ rlliililli It- Incoming AMVER messages are received on teletype. Index lists 8,000 call §igns.' Operator enters position data on sheet which will later be transferred to IBM card. Data, in edited form, is punched on machine^ at left, rer-punched at riglxt. Cards are placed in hopper,, then fed into RAMAC which computes, stores data. hv^-- "Hot line" phone in Rescue Coordination Center, New York, picks up distress details; AMVfiR advises of ships closest to scene. "Memory" portion of machine is in discs at center, which resemble long-play records. AMVER assisted in directing doctor-carrying ship to ve^el where injured .seaman, shown above, needed immediate medical aid. 4*1 �Waf HfMeea SEAFARERS Baottmkar, tm LOG 8JXJ COACACSRCZiKZ. fc-r- ALASKAN HSHERMEN ENJOY BEST SALMON CATCH SmCE 1948 Although Alaskan salmon fishermen and cMnery workers have been hard hit by poor salmon rims in recent years, it now appears that this season's catch may be the best since 1948. In fact, figures reported by reach Bristol Bay enroate to their Alaska's State Commissioner spawning grounds in Alaska's of Fish and Game show that 2,000 salmon streams. Depends On Japanese enough salmon had been caught by The final number will depend the end of July to fill 965,000 cases, apd state officials were partially on the number of salmon hopeful that the total catch of the intercepted by Japanese fisher­ - Bristol Bay area would amount to men. The Japanese have agreed to 1,000,000 cases for the season, or fish west of 175 degrees West more than three times the size of longitude, a line running through the island of Atka, at about.the last year's catch. central part of the Aleutian chain. "We started with only one In southeast Alaska there have day's fishing a week to permit been reduced runs, but the state's a sufficient escapement of sal­ mon for spawning purposes," total catch so far has nevertheless surpassed the 1959 totals. said Commissioner Clarence L. Anderson. "Then we gave the fishermen 24 hours on and 12 off during the second week/* But the fish were still going upstream in such numbers that we threw the fishing open 24 hours a day." The canners, advised li^t No^ vember that some 46 million sal­ mon might be leaving their North Pacific feeding grounds this year for the eastern Bering Sea, got ready early. And 'by the time, th^ season opened early in July, they had stand-by crews of Eskimos ready to emplane from their home towns to Bristol Bay, west of the Alaska peninsula. The canneries set up addi­ tional lines of cleaning and processing equipment, and flew in 200 Eskimos to man them. "But even with all of this, the ' canneries couldn't handle the catch," Anderson reported. "At one time we put the fisher­ men on a limit of 2,500 fish daily." Although some 48 million sal­ mon are believed to haye left their feeding grounds this year, it's esti­ mated that about 35 million will P'E,: Wti IS-'I $3 Million Fishing Pier Planned For New Bedf ord NEW BEDFORD—^New Bedford fishermen, who at present are operating with outmodeS, cramped facilities, may be get­ ting a new $3,000,000 pier in the South End of the City. If plans, now under why are real-^ iz^, the new construction will last month in which they were be 400 feet long with space for brought up to. data on tbe statue 50 craft to tie up. Other features of the project. Also present were indude finger piers extending members of < the New Bedford north and soiitb, five fillet houses, Fishermen's Union, including How­ two . processing plants, storage ard W. Nlckerson, secretaiy-treaslockers, truck loading areas and urer. parking, facilities. . Because ol .the compUcate<t na­ ture of. hecesury financial r ar­ rangements, ;it will take some time before cpnstiucfiw drawings are ready] itiabt now pfoject fo' in the preUmihary pmMing ' st^d. Once the work is staited, though, actqal construction should take no more than 12 months, ' ^e Department pf Interior Open Fler jnanned has announced the proposed NEW BEDFORD—^New Bedford's Third Annual Scallop Festival, which this year was Army engineers rejected the use rules which will govern the held for three days, Aug. 12-14, was a rousing success, according to Howard W. Nickerson, of a bulkhead pim*. wbleh they payment of Federal aid for the claim would restrict the flow of coqatruction of fishing vessele, as secretary-treasurer of the SIU-aflRliated New Bedford Fishermen's Union. water. The new pier, will most recently auUiorized by Congress. The New Bedford union*. likely be an open one, cimstructed Although Congress has only donated scallops to help make with pilings. Flans also allow for recently apm-oprlated S2V4 mllUon up the 18,203 dinners that expansidb of the. faculties should annually for the project,^ ho were served during the three-day this h* necessary at a future date, proprUtions have actually been event, ^and many the. people dyle leaAbfs sod fishing Indus­ made to aid the US flahlag fteat. who worked at it were the wives try p^raonnel attended a meeting Undmr the terms of: thp -rules and children of the fishermen. presided by the Interior DepartThe New Bedford Exchange Club, with the cooperation of the Amatg iiakau tm ttie SiU ara lae^, the pn^am will be limit­ : New Bedford Seafood Council and e nahher ef gfoape ef eeeanir. ed tp JBshing vessels tiut are part many other local organizations, did elal fIdtanimB da ell ,eeaatia at of 7 a' Bshery being injured or a fine, job, Nickerson reports, and well as dioreside flak eannerlea threatened by increased fish Im­ it is logical to assume that next and pripdHaors. Thop an in- ports, and the. payments cannot year they will be able to^Serve at veiVed in sueh wMelp-dlTeni^ exceed ,dne-thilrd of constriiction least 9,060 persons a d^. • lied liabteg dperadena as seal- cpst$.,--' Nickerson bases this -optimistic Tfaie apptieaht must show that lepiag; tima fiablay. iainui estimate on the-fact that there was the vessel would aid in the de­ Hakaflde, cod. ksMdit and SMny m waiting, for dinners at any time POerS. Grdnpa invelved vlntfiide velopment of US fisheries,, would this year due to the streamlined be (d US registry, would land all the mw Bedtpiri »dierii^^ operation set up by Ctd. Friedman, its catches in US ports and' Wuld Unliid Alaaka FtafodonenTs of the US Army, wb'o was the fesemploy Its crewman only US ilBtOBi fona -ffofe and eanni^ ^ Uyal chairman. Niel^rson was in mtiaenh oh idlens legallyliving wwlaiia "dpwratiiiig'. <Mrtv at cfouebar|(e of the purchase «nd han/ z ftrtrid'. idHP' uaA- • • txamn. jIn hWe,- ''.'j:• _ . , of'All: food. BHelel^'B^^'Kedlak^-Aiiil :cise^: It is hoped, Nic^eESoh says. tHat ^dVecohomJlciU: ooover;'^' wkdad:; 'i»-' -Iha-.'j&a'-'.MadMseaP ot in the futur'e similar, festivqls cair These wern soma of s^lofM wfo^ artci chiMrPfo sfohi to * ship capable of aiding < be held- in other parts, of the US; Bedford Fishermen Third: AiMiu«t ]Sea&»|p; Festhrol. . ^ fhovnathmal-vfefetMO.' • • • //. New Bedford Scallop Fete Siiccess fo%v- , High winds, fierce seas and the ever-present menace of ice ar® (actors with which Aloskdn fishermdn must olwoys contend, os this photo (loft) of SlU-ofFifiated Alaskan Fishermen s Union members shows. Although last ypear Alaskan salmon fishing had One of its worst recorded seasons, this season's salmon catch (above) prom­ ises to be the best since the record-breaking catch of 1948. Rules HSJUdTo Boats �ieiitember„1909 SEAFARERS LOG Tage Nineicca Cement Plant Goes DBKA.RTMBM'T Don't Hesitate—Vaccinate! Joseph B. Logiie, MD, SIU Medical Director More Americans are travelinc abroad thaq ever before. Whether they travel for business or pleasure, there is always a possibility that they will contract a disease not prevalent in this country. They may not only endanger their own health but, possibly, the health of per­ sons in the countries they visit," or someone at home when they re­ turn. This is especially true of Seafarers who more or less constantly expose themselves, due to the nature of their profession, to the vagaries of disease in all ports- of the world. It's quite obvious today, for example, that Yellow Fever, Smallpox and Cholera have practically been eliminated in the United States. But, in many countries, these diseases are still prevalent and, if the diseases are introduced into receptive areas, severe deadly epidemics can occur. Ali of this can be prevented by proper vaccination, so most countries require evidence of vaccination . agains;t one or more of these diseases, when they- consider themselves threatened by an The SlU-cbntraeted cement carrier Keva Ideal [Ideal Cement] is loaded with equipment for a com­ outbreak elsewhere. Due to fast travel by air, the dangers can be plete cement plant at the Redwood City, Calif., docks. The cement plant is destined for the Gulf Coast. very real smee a person may arrive in the US without evidence of the disease, although harboring a disease contracted in another part (Redwood Cily Tribune photo.) of the world. Travelers, are advised that vaccination certificates are required not only for health conditions prevailing in the country of departure such as the US, but also for the conditions that may exist in any country where they may stop during their journey. Vaccinations should be obtained several weeks before leaving, as it takes some time to develop immunity after vaccination and the vaccination Cer­ tificate is valid only after this period, usually 6 to 14 days, depending on the disease, for which vaccination is given. WASHINGTON—^An alliance of Republican and Southern Democrat lawmakers sank Some countries may not request travelers to show their certificates all hopes for labor-backed legislation in the short summertime session of the 86th Con­ when they arrive, from places considered safe; however, this is not gress. Among legislation which was buried or defeated in Congress was the bill calling always the case. There is is always a possibility of a, quarantinable for extension of the wage and^ disease developing along the route of travel. The measure, which passed the hower. A substitute bill was passed Countries of the Middle and Far East that are receptive to Yellow hour law to cover American but died in the House, had which limits such benefits severe­ Fever are stringent in their requirements of a valid yellow fever seamen and harbor workers. Senate been opposed by the American ly, and places them on a charity Besides the changes in the mini­ vaccination certificate. If the certificate is not in order, the traveler Marine Institute. basis. or seaman may be subject to surveillance, or even isolation up to 14 mum wage laws, bills whichr went Merchant The biggest issue at the sum­ Congress did vote nearly $4 bil­ under included the Forand pro­ days. A valid certificate for vaccination against Smallpox is always mer session was the drive by or­ lion for the foreign aid program, posal for medical insurance for required for persons entering the US, except from Canada and cer­ ganized labor and other groups for an increase of $562 million over retired Americans under the Social tain nearby countries. hospital and medical benefits for year. American flag shipping The International Certificates of Vaccination are the only acceptable Security system. Federal aid for retired Americans. This bill was last can look forward to some increase school construction and aid for documents for international travel, and are valid only when the re defeated, largely because of the in foreign-aid cargoes as a result housing. quirements in each certificate are. complete. In the US, the Interna­ opposition of President Eisen­ of the action. tional Certificate of Vaccination may be procured with a traveler's The SIU and other maritime passport, through travel agencies or the Public Health Service. The unions affiliated with the Mari­ certificate:; must be complete and, for Smallpox and. Cholera, must time Trades DepStiment had bear 'a' Stamp ap'pfoVed Ijy the health administration of the country placed heavy emphasis on the in which the; vaccination is performed. If Yellow Fever. vaccination need f(m a revised wage and is required, it must be iss.ued by a Yellow Fever Vaccination center. hour law'f -A^dO;: froim ihereasEvidence of Smallpox vaccination within the three past years is re­ ing .the • rtdhimtim; wage <from. quired by most countries. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is $1.0(1 to $1.25 an hour, the., law valid for 6 years beginning 10 to 12 days after vaccination, and is would have- extended coverage to required for travelers to Ceylon, India and Pakistan; certain parts of all shipboard and - harbor craft crews. At present, owners of many Africa and South America. Blue Cross rates for 7,200,000 subscribers in the New York Cholera vaccination is required for travelers who pass through areas tugs, barges, scows and similar area will go up a hefty 33 percent beginning November 1. The craft pay crews as little as 40. to where the disease is present. The certificate is valid for 6 months following immunization. Some areas of possible prevalence are Burma, 50 cents ah-hoUr in many in­ hospitalization plan had earlier asked for a rate hike of 37.3 stances and 84-honr work weeks percent. After it was rejected Cambodia, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Thailand. are hot uncommon. by the State Insurance De- partment, an amended version Other immimizations recommended by the Public Health Service was submitted and approved. This depending on the area of travel are Typhus and Paratyphoid, Typhus was the third rate increase in three and Plague., years. Some Immunizations Are A 'Must' Blue Cross claimed the hike was Whether you are a traveler or not, the, following Immunizations inevitable. They said the area's should be a most: Typhoid and Paratyphoid Fever, Tetanus, Diph­ 270 member hospitals had been theria, Influenza, Tetanus Diphtheria (combined) for adult use, and charging more and more for their Poliomyelitis. .services, and that their reserves Poliomyelitis vaccine should be administered as follows; had been melting fast. But the 1st vaccination superintendent of insurance noted 2nd vaccination 2 to 7 weeks following first Nobody would mistake the SB Baltika, Russianrflag passen­ that Blue Cross had been paying * 3rd vaccination 7 months following second ger ship which brought Premier Khrushchev to the United hospitals for items not concerned 4th vaccination 1 year after third. States, of being a luxury liner, according to Seafarer Eric with subscribers' care. The Public Health Service has recently approved the manufacture Joseph who traveled on the ' Under the "Standard Plan"—21of oral polio vaccine; however, the initial supply will probably not ship in 1959. In fact, he said, galley, dining room and deck and full benefit and 180-half benefit be ready before the spring.'It will probably be a year before a suf­ he Baltika was an ordinary room service. Since the steward days-^the rate for families with ficient supply is available for general use. department is the largest numer­ group coverage will increase from " So don't neglect your polio vaccination or attempt to wait for oral tub as far as passenger ships go. ically on a passenger ship it $6.60 a month to $8.72. For an Normally the ship is on a reg­ vaccine. Now is the time for polio vaccination. ular run between Leningrad and makes the Baltika unique in the individual with group coverage, (Comments and suggestions are invited by the Department and can London,, the rate will go up from $2.61 to making stops at Helsinki, annals of merchant shipping. he submitted to this column in care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) Stockhoim and Copenhagen en As far as working conditions go, $3:56 monthly. Similar increases route. It attracted worldwide at­ he observed that the deck gang will affect all other categories. Also starting on November 1, tention when the Soviet Premier handled baggage to and from.the Notify Union On LOG Mail chose to travel to the current dock. When not hustling baggage, the hospitals' billing practices As Seafarers know, copies of each issue of the SEAFAREBS United Nations meeting on the the^ang painted—^morning, noon will be closely scrutinized for over­ LOG are mailed every month to all SIU ships as well as to andnight. It was pretty clear that head-type items, such as training ship. numerous clubs, bars and other overseas spots where Seafarers Joseph rode the ship overnight there were no worries about hav­ and expansion, which are now passed on to Blue Cross in the congregate ashore. The procedure for mailing the LOG involves between Helsinki and Leningrad, ing 'to pay off watch OT. . calling all SIU steamship companies for the itineraries of their and back again, when he made a ICarl Marx', theories about a form of higher bills. ships. On the basis of the information supplied by the ship oper­ tour of Europe-:, and the Soviet "classless society didn't •apply,, pn There will be some new bene­ ator, three copies of the LOG, the headquarters report and min­ Union in the summer of 1959. Hav­ the ship which was a three class fits. The Plan noted additional utes forms are then airmailed to the company agent in the next ing paid his own-way and travel­ affair — first, second and tourist. coverage for newboi-n infants, port of call. ing as an ordinary tourist, he was In the first and second class din­ short-term psychiatric treatment Similarly, the seamen's club» get various quantities of LOGs free to observe Some of the actual ing room there was a menu, but and for cosmetic surgery. day-to-day conditions under which the waitresses ignored it.. The.sim­ The spiraling cost of hospitaliza­ at every mailing. The LOG is sent to any club when a Seafarer Russian ships and seanien operate. ply brought out whatever the cooks tion is being studied by several so requests it by^ notifying the LOG office that Seafarers con­ What struck him particularly was gave them in the-galley. ; gregate there. labor unions, including the SIU. the overwhelming preponderance As always the Union would like to hear promptly from SIU For entertainment, there's a They are looking into the pos­ <)f . yi;omen crewmembers. With the smqlb bar; a niaho and a phono­ sibility of eventually setting up ships whenever thVLOG and ship's mail is not delivered so that exception of a few waiters, one graph. AH told, the 7.5Q0-ton ship their own hospital system, which the Union can maintain a day-to-day check on 'the accuracy 6f purser and other "male ratings, the carries' about 150 passengers at a would protect workers from ever' Its mailing lists. , ' . women predoniinate'd both in tfie sluggish 14" knots! mounting costs. Seamen's Wage Floor, Forand Mediral Bill Fail In Congress NY6 Bine Cross Given Big Rate Boost SS Biritika Utuqiie Ship: V.'t �Pfeg* Twentr SEAFARERS LOG This Trip's On Him Cliff Wilson, Food and Ship Sanitation Director Isthmian Crews Win PHS Award flettettier. IMf Reds Entice British Go's To Haul Oil The record of Isthmian Lines' 24-ship fleet, each of which earned a The Soviet Union is beginning to rating of 95 or better in an official.US Public Health Service inspec­ meet with considerable success in tion, is something pretty special. The steward department force on getting tankers to carry Russian each vessel deserves the highest praise for tliis kind of achievement. oil to Cuba. It has recently con­ Vessels are r^ated on 166 separate items under the general headings of cluded long-term charters for the food-handling, dishwashing, waste-dispoSal, potable water systems, food services of 16 tankers owned by storage and rodent and Insect controL two British firms, London and The 93'-plus rating on Isthmian ships recognizes-a lot of hard work Overseas Freighters and Cam­ by the galley force, shoreside company personnel and our own con­ bridge tankers. sultants who visited these vessels at various times in port. There is The Russians have been dangling more than meets the eye when you can show this kind of performance. tempting offers under the noses of runaway-flag and European-flag Most people are interested in the end-results only. They usually don't tanker operators to get them to stop to consider what produces them, and rightly so. No one wants to grab Cuban oil charters. Report­ be burdened with a lot of detail; results are what count. The fact is, edly, the Soviet Union is ready to of course, that the results depend on all the small details we don't pay twice the going charter rate consider becau?e we don't see them. on charters of at least two "years' duration. You can't wind up with tasty, attractive meals unless there's an The 16 vessels, in the 20,000-" orderly, well-run galley turning them out. In turn; the gallejf can't ton range, should satisfy a good operate properly unless its personnel know and take pride in what percentage of Cuba's oil transport they're doing. Their performance depends not only on how well a guy needs. can cook, but on proper'running of storerooms, inventory controls and After Cuba's Premier Castro ex­ sanitary management. • propriated foreign-owned oil re­ A clean, well-tended messroom is anbther part of the job. The messfineries early in July and went to man is the go-between; he's the middle man between the steward, the the Russians for bil, Esso and other cooks knd the 'customer," the ABs, firemen and everybody else in the expropriated firms threatened to crew. If he slops a tray of food or generally keeps the messroom look­ blacklist tankbrs entering the So­ ing drab and unappetizing, a lot of the time, money and effort that viet-Cuba trade. The Russians Former Seafarer Ra'y A. Curtis, who soiled for several years in went into producing the meal is wasted. That's why any kind of award have made several approaches to the deck department aboard Waterman ships, is on deck again, requires teamwork by everybody concerned. Nobody can earn it by runaway tanker operators but they this time with his wife for an 11-day cruise to Puerto Rico aboard himself because too many little things can go wrong and one person have been reluctant to grab the can't be in all places at one time. the SS Monarch of the Seas. Ray, whose last ship was the bait for fear of losing lucrative Topa Topo; is presently an announcer with WDAM-TV iif Hator coarse, there's more than appearances to be considered when contracts with American oil com­ dealing with shipboard sanitation. There's the health of the crew at panies. tiesburg, Miss. (Photo courtesy New Orleans Photo News.) stake, and the clean, orderly galley and messroom is an asset in pre­ venting what could be annoying and serious ailments deriving from unsanitary food-handling and food preparation. Every crewmember thus has a direct stake in shipboard sanitation. The type of steward department operation that helped Isthmian ships German, British and Finnish seamen are receiving pay increases and working shorter . get this latest PHS citation was prominently displayed a few days ago. hours-as the result of newly-negotiated contracts with shipowners, the International Trans­ The occasion was the presentation of the citations for excellence in vessel sanitation at ceremon:es held aboard Isthmian's Steel Vertflor port workers Federation reported. However, the new scales are. still a far cry from those In Brooklyn. Everyone who attended was impressed with the outstand­ on US-flag ships. ing buffet arranged by the ship's steward department for about 50 A new wage a^eemeht on in American freighter earns contributory pension plan for un­ invited guests. No detail was spared by the steward and . his galley covering some 50,000 seamen $435.83 per month and $454.84 per licensed seafarers. Segments of the British sea­ force. They deserve the highest praise. in'the German merchant marine month on a tanker. men's union. have expressed-"disA $7 per month pay increase is Of course, Isthmian crews are not alone in this kiiid of achievement. has been negotiated by the ITFEarlier this year, PHS sanitation certificates were won by Bloomfield, affiliated Transport and Public going to most of the unlicensed satisfaction with the contract and seamen in all departments in the a rebel movement in the union Calmar and Marvcn steamship companies. Others are in line for the Service Workers Union. same. This type of performance speaks for itself. Under the new contract, German British merchant marine. Under a initiated strikes last month. The walkout spread to most ports of The number of companies which receive these awards is on the in­ seamen with AB ratings receive new agreement between ship­ Great Britain, halting or delaying owners and the British National crease, in line with the general improvement in steward department $77.57 per month for their first two Union of Seamen, a 5Vi day week ship departures and causing ship­ performance. The Food and Ship Sanitation Department is currently years, rising by biennial incre­ ping interruptions in Canada and will be recognized for both officers embarking on an expanded program which should help maintain a ments to $94.49 per month after Australia. Most British ships, how­ and men. Saturdays at sea are to general level of excellence in shipboard sanitation throughout vessels eight years. be compensated by an extra day's ever, were sailing by early this under contract to the SIU. A head cook under the new Cler- pay or leave. There will also be a month. \ Operating along the lines of the PHS, consultants for the Food and man merchant marine contract half-day's pay or leave for Satur­ Early this^year, seafarers' unions Ship Sanitation Department will shortly be checking out SIU vessels earns from $250.60 per month day afternoons at sea. Considera­ in Finland negotiated a 45-hour with an itemized sanitation inspection report. This will be done on a to $300.72 ° per month after tion will also be given to a non- week for seamen. voyage basis, and ratings up to 100 will be assigned. By carrying out eight years. It isn't clear whether this activity all year round,' the department can assist all vessels in or_not this refers to a passenger maintaining proper sanitation standards and suggest corrective meas­ ship rating. ures where they may be needed. This is another-forward step in the American seamen on East Coast campaign to assure that we continue the best type of feeding and serv­ ships with AB ratings earn $369.17 ice on SlU-contracted vessels. per month on freighters and (Comments and suggestions are invited by the Department and can $373.84 per month on . tankers from the first year. A chief-'cook be submitted to this column in care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) Two AFL-CIO affiliates and strike involving the Web Press­ their employer have received a men's Union. The union protested safety award' from the Atomic En­ the discharge of its members dur­ ergy Commission for establishing ing a strike started by the Stereoan all-time, nation-wide record typers Union. When the Pressmen's for man hours worked at an atom­ contract ran out last December 31, ic instaUation without a disabling the management of the papers said inju^. Cited by the AEC were that since the men had failed to 2,700 employees of Sandia Corp. report for work after the Novem­ of Albuquerque, N. M., represent­ ber 10 strike start, they were no ed by the Atomic Projects & Fio- longer regarded as employees, dttcHon Workers Metal Trades i i 4 Council and Local 251 of Office Cutbacks in steel output are Employees International, which causing trouble for the United had put in more than 12.7 million Steelworkers of America. Some man-hours without a lost-time ac­ are being furloughed from their cident. This achievement bested jobs, while others are working re­ a previous 11.1 million accident- duced hour-schedules. According free manrhours held by General to USWA figures, 11,500 to 13,000 Electric Co;'s employees at Dock­ fabricating plant employees . have been furloughed in western Penn­ land, Ohio. sylvania, and another 1,100 to • 4 4" 4" Presentation ceremonies .for USPHS sanitation award to Isthmian fleet were witnessed (L-R) by Capt. The National Labor Relations 1,200 in the union's Youngstown, B. Spokas, Isthmian Director of Safety and Training; SIU Headquarters Rep. Ed Mooney; Isthmian Board has upheld a regional direc­ Ohio, district Though no national Vice-President J. J. McCabe; Food Plan Director Cliff Wilsonr Capt. W. R. Merson, master of Steel tor's decision that the Oregon figures have yet been compiled, Vendor; Isthmian Port Steward Ted Voelter and Dr. R. C. Arnold, Assistant Surgeon General; USPHS, Journal and the Oregonian news­ the Steelworkers indicate the lay­ who presented the citation. At right. Seafarers R. Mora and Ray Casanova, members.of galley force papers .were not guilty of unfair off situation' across the country labor practices in tho Portland "doesn't look good." aboard Steel Vendor, officiate at attarctive buffet prepared for guests. Foreign Seamen In New Parts C» �iwpieiBiwn 19W SEAFARERS LOG Face Twen^-OiM '^1 fi Union Wins Decision On Annuai Wage Back In Service An SIU Canadian District contract provision, which in effect, calls for a guaranteed annual wage, has been upheld by a Canadian judge despite the claims of "an employer thdt there, was insufficient work to keep men busy all year. The ruling, which sets an im­ portant precedent, wa(s handed down by Judge Harold E. Fuller of Welland, acting as arbitrator in a dispute between the SIU's Licensed Division and the Cana­ dian Dredge and Dock Co., Ltd. The ruling was the outgrowth of a claim by David A. Sillars, first engineer, and Brian Holford, second engineer, on the tug Lotbiniere for winter pay owed them by the company by reason of a section of the collective bargain­ ing agreement. Sillars was hired Jan. 26, 1959, and was laid off on Dec. 19 of that year, while Holford was hired July -28, 1959, and was also laid o<t on Dec. 19. The tug was fitted out April 10, 1959, and was laid up for the winter Dec. 3, 1959. " The company had planned not to use the craft in the 1960 sea­ son, but changed its mind and fit­ ted out the tug" April 19, 1960. Sillars was hired March 30, 1960, and Holford was hired March 31, 1960. They have been on the tug since. Judge's Baling Iv- Judge Fuller ruled that Sillars is entitled to be paid at the rate set out in the agreement for the period from Dec. 19, 1959, to March 30, 1960, less holiday pay, and Holford is entitled to be paid at the agreement rate for the period from Dec. .19, 1959, to March 31, 1960, less holiday pay. The judge cited the clause in the agreement which states that licensed engineers who are hired at the beginning of spring work shall be paid on the basis of 12 months per year and 24 equal payments, and licensed engineers who are hired during the season and remain until fall lay-up Shall be paid during the winter months on the basis of one month of win­ ter work for each month of em­ ployment during the season; pro­ viding always . that employees be given off a 14-day period between fall lay-up and January 15 of each year for annual vacations. Canadian Seafarers, members of the SIU Canadian District, are a vital element in the mari­ time picture generally and in the SIU family of unions. They man ships ' under Canadian flag across-the-board—deep sea off the Atlantic Coast, on the Canadian West Coast, on the Great Lakes and the Seaway. The Canadian SIU also repre­ sents large groups of Canadian tugboatmen, dredgemen and al­ lied crafts. The Canadian Dis­ trict works closely with the other SIU unions throughout North America and the mutual relatimiship has been of great advantage to all SIU members. Lakes Crewmen Reject Offer, S-f; Walkout Likely A Canadian government mediation board recommendation was overwhelmingly rejected by a referendum of members of the SIU Canadian District employed on vessels of the Association .of Lakes Carriers. The referendum, resulting in work week is inapplicable to tho a landslide five-to-one vote nature of the operation on the The excursion, vessel island King slammed into a pier in Montreal Aug. 20, and 30 passengers received minor injuries. The vessel suffered $2,000 damage to its bow plates, but left its berth Aug. 22 on its regular waterfront cruise with its hull still dented. SIU Signs Agreement On Dredge The SIU Canadian District has signed an agreement with the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co., of Cleveland, Ohio, cov­ ering some 120 of the. company's employees. The Canadian District con­ cluded the agreement after nego­ tiating with a joint team which in­ cluded "the International Union of Hoisting Engineers. Great Lakes Dredge and Dock was the successful bidder for the 'Livingstone Channel deepening project near Amherstburg, Ont. The project marks the company's reentry into Canadian waters after a long absence. The firm also has a contract for American waters operations ypfith the SlU-affiliated Dredge Work­ ers' Union on the Grekt Lakes. The Livingstone Channel job began last month and is expected to be finished by December of 1961. The contract calls for a 44heur week, welfare plan, board allowances and straight time tra­ veling pay when worficra are re­ quired to spend more than an hour daily in company launches travel­ ing to and from the job. Th6 equipment on the Job in­ cludes a clam shell ^dred^, dip­ per dredge, suction dredge and several tugs and barges. - . against the Board's recommenda­ tions, is likely to be followed by a strike. The carriers are on the eve of their busiest season with the start of the autumn grain harvest. The referendum was decided on at the August meeting of the Cana­ dian District at which the head­ quarters membership unanimously went on record as rejecting the conciliation offer. Ballots were then printed and submitted to the crews of all ships operated by member companies of the associa­ tion. The Union had asked for a wage increase of 10 percent across the board and a reduction of the work week from 48 hours to 40 hours. The companies—the major oper­ ators in the Canadian-fiag Great Lakes trade—offered a 10 percent increase spread over a three year period, and'refused the work-week reduction. Rules: Against Union The Mediation Board recom­ mended a 12 percent raise spread over three years, from the opening of the 1960 season to the close of the 1962 season. It also found against the Union's time demand, claiming that a regular 40-hour British Seamen Call SIU; Union Gets Them Contract British seamen from a London-registered ship, docked in Montreal, took action to improve their working conditions and salaries. They asked the SIU Canadian District to bar­ gain for them with the ship--^ walkout of British seamen which owner. The action came during the tied up major ports in Great Brit­ ain. Sympathy protests were also held in Canada. In Montreal, about 20 unlicensed seamen from the SS Jackson Prin­ cess, a British-flag ship, came ashore and asked the SIU Cana­ dian District to bargain for them with Jackson Shipping Cb., of Seafarer Elias Mallett, who London, owners of the ship. Agent Signs With SIU took on a shipping cqmpany The next day, the company's single-handed and had one of its vessels "arrested"-last month," agent in Hamilton, Ont., signed a delivered the <mup d'etat to the memorandum of agreement to firm earlier this month when he negotiate a contract with the Brit­ was handed a check for $300 which ish crew similar to that covering i represented back wages and a SlU-contracted ships. Under the contract, which will small settlement charge for his be retroactive to July 23, 1960, the trouble. British seamen will receive' a Mallett was unjustly fired from monthly wage of $270 plus over­ his job aboard the Shell tanker time, compared with the $114 per Ty_ee Shell and did, not receive his month they were getting before pay when he was dismissed, f He the agreement. latter slapped a lien on the vessel, The seamen swapped a 56-hour tieing it up for a day while the week for a 48-hour week at sea company posted bond. and a 40-hour week in port. They Mallett was approached by a also gained the welfare benefits Tyee Shell lawyer and agreed to which cost the sailors nothing to the $300 out-of-court settlement. protect them and their dependents. Originally, Mallett had asked for The SIU Canadian District is as­ $400, but settled for the lesser sum sisting British seamen in Canadian after winning the battle which he waters on their beefs with the British shipowners. fought "for principle." Tanker Arrest Nets Him $300 Great Lakes. The present contract dispute de­ rives from the operation of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Previously, numerous small Lakers were need­ ed to sail into Montreal through the shallow-draft channels below that city. The opening of the Sea­ way replaced them with much larger ships. The big new lakers can carry five times the cargo of the small canalers with little more crew. Under these circumstances, the Canadian SIU felt that its demands were reasonable and well within the ability of the owners to pay. The major companies in the association consist of such large Canadian-flag operators as Scott Misener, Hall Corporation and N. M. Patterson & Sons. The Cana'dian Lakers are the largest group of ships under the Canadian-flag at present. Seaway Story: More Cargo, Fewer Ships MONTREAL—The trend toward more cargo and less ships was the most conspicuous feature of the operation of the St. Lawrence Sea­ way this year, according to the Seaway authority. The contradic­ tion is explained by the fact that giant Lakers are replacing the smaller craft with 12;foot draft that formerly operated on the St. Lawrence. Quoting figures for the first five months of 1960 of Seaway opera­ tion, the Seaway Authority said that cargo was up from five to LD percent on various sections of the Seaway. The biggest increase was in the Welland Canal area, but nevertheless, the number of vessels. passing through the canal declined from 4,922 to ,4,386. The SIU Canadian District's major argument in seeking a siz­ able increase in its Lakes contracts has been the use of much larger vessels capable at carrying up to five times the cargo of the old Lakers. SIU Canadian District Halls FORT WILLIAM. Ontario HALIFAX. N.S 408 Simpson St. Phone: 3-3221 128'/j Hollis St. Phone 3-8911 MONTREAL 634 St. James St. West Victor 2-8161 QUEBEC 44 Sault-aii-Matelot Quebec LAfontaine 3-1569 THOROLD, Ontario......92 St. David St. CAnal 7-5212 TORONTO. Ontario 272 King St. E. EMpire 4-m9 ST. JOHN. NB 177 Prince William St. OX 2-5431 VANCOUVER. BC 298 Haiil St. T| �. Soptember, 18M SEAFARERS^ LOG Par* Twenty-Two SUP CONSTITUTION TO BE REMODELED; 1st CHANGES READ The first of many proposed amendments to the Constitu­ tion of the Sailors Union of the Pacific were read to the membership at SUP headquarters and all branches during July and last month. This was" part of a plan to streamline members. The article on membarthe constitution so that it con­ ship received considerable changes forms to the Union's gro^vth pat­ plus the addition of tWo new sec­ tern and at the same time reflects tions aimed at modernizing it in the changes set forth in the Lan- line with the current operation of the Union. drum-Griffin Labor Act. The membership and officials Of the second six articles sub­ of the SUP were in agreement that mitted to the membership for con­ such a task is best done on a piece­ sideration, changes were noted meal basis, changing a few amend­ mainly in the three dealing with This old Railway Express Agency building In Pertlond, Or*., will be converted into 6 modem news­ ments at a time, under the Com dues and initiation fee, retiring stitution Committee, and finally cards and officers. paper publishing plant to house a new, labor-backed daily, the "Portland Reporter." putting all proposed changes to « membership vote. On a few occa­ sions, changes have been made In the SUP constitution but this marks the first time in 40 years MC&S Total MFOW Port SUP that the entire document will be remodeled throughout. 7/26 to 8/22 8/1 to 8/31 8/1 to a/31 All proposed changes will be The membership of the Marine Cooks and Stewards Union 1,688 784 332 578 published in the SUP's official San Fran. publication—the West Coast Sailors Seattle recently voted to invest $1,000 in a real estate venture aimed 68 70 84 210 —and after being discussed by the at assisting striking trade unionists at two newspapers in Portmembers will be„made ready for Portland 240 122 80 82 land, Oregon. balloting. Plans indicate this will the earmarks of becoming a suc­ (no haU) 400 437 87 probably take place sometime late Wilmington The recommendation to in­ cess. this year. vest the money came after Pledges of about 150,000 sub­ 122 59 223 Thus far—as a result of a mem­ New York have been received plua headquarters had been informed scriptions bership meeting last July—the New Orleans (no hall) 90,, 102 numerous promises of advertis­ 12 first two reports on proposed SUP of the situation In a letter from ing. All ,that .rQlT\fiins,.to be. com­ 81 40 , , 100 constiutional alterations were pub­ Honolulu MCS' Ageht H. A. Roblnsoil at pleted is the raising of the funds lished in the Atigust issties of the Portland. Robinson wrote that with which to get the project roli(no hall) ' (ho hail) 127. ' 127 "West Coast Sailor." This reflected San Pedro the Central Labor Council in his ihg. the initial stages of the study of Total 1,619 728 1SV 8,134 city had held meetings oh the At last reports, pledges were the constitution. Starting with the strike and had come up with a rolling in quickly enough so that preamble, in which no changes voiuntaiy program aimed at help­ the publisher of the planned daily, were planned, the document was ing the stereotypers In their beef the "Portland Reporter," which is broken down- article by article, in­ now a semi-weekly, could issue the against the papers. cluding the sections thereunder. following statement: Invested $1,000 Each The first 12 of these articles have "It is the Intention of the Re­ Meanwhile, two other affiliates porter been covered. Publishing Company ta of the SIU Pacific District—the enter the Recommendations submitted to daily newspaper field Marine Firemen's Union and the with a commercial the membership covering the first of Sailors Union of the Pacific—also general circulation. newspaper six articles of the constitution re­ The target Refurbished and reconditioned at a cost of $8-$9 million, each voted to invest $1,000 in the date for daily production is Novem­ flected proposed changes or addi­ tions to all but one article—that and bearing a new name, the former SS Leilani will be run­ project^ ber 1 or shortly thereafter." dealing with the duties of the ning next summer between California and the Orient as the The Stereo men need the funds Started February 11 fourth trans-Pacific passenger to cover the expense of a build­ The Reporter was originally born liner in the American Presi in 1956 the Governihent sold ing to house a press and newspa­ last February 11 to fill the local the iihip to Hawaiian-Textron for per started by the Guild workers. newspaper void created by the dent Lines fleet. The 700-passenger ship, which Hawaiian service, but in 1959 the The press is to be shipped from strike against two Portland dailies, APL recently purchased from the Maritime Administration acquired Florida once, the project has been which cohtinued publication with US Maritime Administration for the vessel at auction after the own­ financed. The entire'cost Is esti­ strikebreakers. SUP A weekly at first, the Reporter $3,200,000, is being renamed the ers had failed to meet their pay­ mated at $130,000—of which $100,HONOLULU....51 South Nimitz Highway ments on mortgages held or In­ 000 has already been realized. quickly shifted to a semi-weekly PHone 502-777 •President Roosevelt after both NEW ORLEANS 523 Bienville St. President Theodore Roosevelt and sured by the Government. The paper, It's reported, has ail basis and will remain oh this sched­ .Tackson 5-7428 ule untU daily publication begins. NEW YORK 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Hy.innth 9-6605 whose portraits will be part of the The liew paper began taking PORTLAND 211 SW Clay St. shape after Portland publishers, liner's new decor. SAN FRANCISCO 450 Harrison St faced with a strike which closed The vessel is expected to be SEATTLE *. 2505 1st Aval down the papers, began hiring ready for its maiden voyage next luain WILMINGTON 505 Marine Ave. August. Thereafter it will have a strike-breakers from a noted soTerminal 5-6617 called "labor " relations" firm, sailing approximately every 10 Tentative plans by the three SIU Pacific District unions to Bloor Schlepply of Indiana. MC&S days on a schedule fitting in with H0N0LULU....51 South Nimitz Highway those of the APL liners President construct a building in Honolulu have gotten a green light PHone 5-1714 NEW ORLEANS... 523 Bienville St. Cleveland, President Wilson, and from- a Circuit Court in Hawaii, which has ruled that the On these pages Is news of RAmond 7-428 President Hoover. Her ports of call construction would be per- * NEW YORK 673 4th Ave.. Brooklyn activities of the SIU Pacific HYacinth 9-6600 will be Honolulu, Yokohama, Ma­ missable under the terms of ing, and it is this aspect which District representing the three PORTLAND 211 SW Clay St. CiM>itol 7-3222 nila, Hong Kong and Kobe. the original grant of the prop­ made court approval necessary. West Coast unlicensed unions, SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. The ship will be manned by erty made by Queen Liliuokalani •The property under considera­ the Sailors Union of the Pa­ EXbrook 7-5600 SEATTLE .'...2505 1st Ave. members of the Sailors Union of in 1892. The Queen had granted tion Is located at Richards and cific, the Marine Firemen's MAin 3-0088 WILMINGTON 505 Marine Ave. the Pacific, Marine Firemen's the property to be used as a sailors' Halekauwlla streets in Honolulu. Union and the Marine Cooks TErminal 4-8538 Union and Marine Cooks and Stew­ home. Although the ground area is con­ and Stewards Union, who sail ards. Although the proposal Is still in sidered valuable, the present struc­ under the SIU banner predomi­ MFOW Built as a troopship in 1944, the the planning and talking stage, the ture is a dilapidated, outmoded nantly in the Pacific trades to HONOLULU... 36 North Nimitz Highway PHone 5-6077 and nearly useless building. Hawaii, Alaska, tha Far East NEW ORLEANS 523 BienviUe St. President Roosevelt Was converted Pacific District unions—the SUP, MAgnolia 0404 to a passenger liner by the Gov­ MFOW and MC&S—have been The Circuit Court of the First and on ''round-the-world runs. NEW YORK 130 Greenwich St. COrtland 7-7094 ernment in 1949, and was char­ considering the construction of a Judicial Circuit found that con­ The SIU Pacific District Unions PORTLAND 922 NW Everett St. tered by American Export Lines building, part of which would be structing e new building and leas­ are a key group in the jSIUNA, CApitol 3-7297-8 ing office space or shops would representing as they do the CAN FRANCISCO 240 Second St. for its European runs. Later It ran used for union offices. DOuglas 2-4592 The rest of the building, accord­ not efCest the original grant as entire uarittme industry on the SAN iNBORO .....298 West 7th St. off the West Coast for awhile as Terminal 3-4489 the SS La Guardia and then went ing to the plans, would be rented long as a substantial part of the West Co'ast. SEATTLE 2333 Western A-'». to make the structure self-supportr building la used for tailors. UAin 2-632C into the reserve fleet Pacific District Shipping MFOW, MCS, SUP Aid Labor Paper New Tres. Roosevelt To SaH Next Summer SlU Pacific Disfricf Halls 3 Unions Get Legal OK To BuUd Honolulu Hall �ifepteitibeiv me SEAFARERS LOG Par* Twen^-TbrM Alaska's Growth May Provide New Jobs For Seamen • To many, Americans, our 49th state-rAlaska^may be just another place on the map. But to the members of the SIU Pacific District ufiions it. is an area in which they have a vital stake. For the industrial de-t velopment of this new eco­ nomic frontier of ^ America could; conceivably,' vastly, in­ Container ships like<thit, operated by Alaska Steamship Company and manned by SIU Pacific District crease trade between it and the ..crewsi are helping West ^ast ship lines cash in On Alaskan trade. rest of the country, and thus pro­ vide «e,w job oppttrtunitles for SIU members on the West Coast. Still, enough progress has been made, since Alaska achieved state­ state—the Alaska Steamship Com­ hood, to warrant the belief that pany Inaugurated- a contamership the Alaskan trade will assume .in­ program. Since then it has been. SAN FRANCISCO — The creasing importance in the over-all expanding the' service to more SAN FRANCISCO—The SIU Pacific District unions—the members of the Marine Fire­ West Coast shipping picture as than double Its van-carrying ca­ pacity to the Anchorage and Fair­ SUP, MFOW and MCS—have notified shipowners of their time goes on. men's Union have approved a • Until now Alaska has, M to banks areas. intention to reopen their current contracts for a wage review. new constitution by better than When the containership program speak, been a ^'sleeping giant," in The three unions notified-^— C" 8-1, it was reported at the list the words of the pr^ident of the was first decided upon, in 1953, the companies of their inten- MoitlihationS 0|i6ri membership meeting here on Sep­ Alaska Steamship Company, whose two basic .containers Were evolved. tions in accordance with the tember 15. ships are manned by , members of One -of these was the ."crib," a ,4' current For 15 MCS Posts cohtrapt provisions; The 90-day vote on the constitu­ X 6' regular cargo board built up the Pacific District unions. tion ended August 31 an^ the re­ The Pacific. District unions are Nominations for 15 offices in the Alaska Steamship, which first to a height of S'S" with a lily- considering discussing and amend­ port by the tallying committee entered the trade in 1805, is tne wood top strapped in place. This ing the wage, overtime and pen­ SlU-affiliated Marine Cooks and showed 1,442 votes for and 178 Stewards Union opened at MC&S major Pacific District company on simple, cpllapsibl^ device cost alty time structure presently in headquarters and all branches against. this run. Standard Oil of Califor­ about $23 to build. effect. Sept. 8. The posts for which the The tallying committee con­ nia has one tanker, the Alaska Later, the "gard'' was, designed, Companiea Notifiedj nominees are competing are for sisted of Ted Voorhees, San Pedro; Standard, running reguiarly be­ u^ith a capacity of 144 cubic feet Companies officially notified on a three-year period, expiring in A. Ziller, Seattle; Jack O'Gieblyn, tween Alaska and Seattle, with as compared with the "crib's" ca­ the wage reopeners are: Alaska 1963. Portland, and Bob Merrill, Dean other tankers in the fleet making pacity of 60 cubic feet ' Steamship .Co.; American Presi­ Those members who wish to run Richardson and Richard Merel, Occasional calls, while Pacific Far It is highly unlikely that con­ dent Lines; W. R. Chamberlin & for any of these official posts have San Francisco. . East Lines occasionally calls" at tainership operations will ever Co.; Duncan Bay Tankships, Ltd.; until October 15 to nominate them­ Alaska enroute to the "Far East. reach the 100 percent mark in the Gypsum Carrier, Inc.; Long Island selves. Plans are afoot to build a tank­ Alaskan trade, because the varie­ Tankers Corp.; Matson Navigation The positions ojten for nomina­ er terminal in the Anchorage area ty of cargo is too great. A typical Co.; Oliver J, Olson & C6.; Olym­ tion are: secretary-treasurer, as­ as a result of oil strikes nearby. shipload, lor instance, mig}it in­ pic-Griffiths Lines, Inc.; Pacific. sistant secretary-treasurer, dis­ Resources Untapped clude 10 to 20 automobiles, a road Far East Lines; Pacific Maritime patcher and three port agents, all Alaska's resources',; until now, grader, two or three tractors, a Association; A1 Peirce Co.; Per- out of San Francisco; one agent have been largly untapped — in few hundred thousand feet of manente Steamship Corp.; San and a patrolman each for the ports fact, hardly known. But, since lumber, a fishing boat and several FranHsco Bar Pilots Assn.; Shep- of Portland, Wilmington, Seattle Alaska became' a state, national pleasure A-aft, dredge buckets or ard Steamship Co., and States and New York, and one agent for Honolulu. and international attention has a dredge itself, mill and mine Steamship Co. been focused on the area. As a equipment, cannery machines, a result, capital is now being invest­ herd of cattle, and even a donkey As MCS Hearings in San Francisco Got Under Way ed to explore the area's oil, iron or two. and coal deposits. There are, of course, m^y Witfl this in mind, West Coast problems which still remain, and shipping Interests have been tak­ which must still be surmounted if ing steps to cash in on Alaska's Alaskan shipping Is to reach its industrial potential. full potential. The docks are still Container Service Started small and .the ports are strewn 'As far back as 1953, in fact — all along a 26,000-mile, icebound five years before Alaska became a coastline. The winters are long, and from May to September there is a terrific rush to load and un­ Hope Set Te Sail load, resulting in general conges­ tion at the docks which makes On Mercy Mission ships lie idle until they can ob­ - SAN FRANCISCO—The SS tain cargo handling facilities. Hope, the hospital ship which Ship Lines Back will bring health and medical knowledge to the people of South- Because of these problems, aver cast Asia^, will leave tomorrow, 60 steamship lines have come and Sept. 23, on its mission of mercy gone from the Alaskan trade since to Indonesia and Vietnam. 1867,- and many shipping lines have .The former Navy hospital ship taken the attitude that the AlasConsolation will be operated by Ican trade is something not to be American President Lines and touched with the proverbial 10manned by members of SIU Pa­ foot pole. cific District unions. The Hope, which was refitted at Still, that attitude now appears This was the scene as SlUNA opened hearings in San .Froncisca an issues within Marine Cooks ond Seattle at a cost of $1,877,000, ar­ to -be becoming outmoded, and it rived here for final fitting out last may well be that Alaska's new Stewards Union., Findings on week-long hearings are expected to be issued shortly. At microphone is month. The project "Hope"—for status as a state will lead to an SiUNA president Paul Hall. Others on platform ore SlUNA vice-presidents Morris Weisberger, Lester Health Opportunity for People era of industrial - development Balinger, Captain John M. Fox, Hal Banks, Sam Bennett and Lester Caveny; also John Hawk, Interna­ Eyerywherer—is finance by volun­ which will, in turti,= make Alaskan tional .^secretary-treasurer, Clhd Vincent J. Malone, ihternatlonal representative. In foreground are court^ •. tary .subscriptions Of thev Ameri-- -trade a iiwratiVe and' tHrlvlhg ehreporters Who took complete record of the proceedings^ Newspaper reporters were also invited, and can public, including .many. labor ferpHse which Will tempt^ riiShy 'SlU's "Open door" policy of airing union issues was hailed by Son Frdnciscb press. I more shipping lines to ^enter' iti' junions. West Coast Unions Reopen Contracts New Constitution OK^ By Firomon •1. -' (I •j • �fiffs Twentf-Fonr SEAFARERS September, 196t LOG MTD Supporting Boycott Of Sears Both the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department and the AFL-CIO Executive Coun­ cil have taken a firm stand against union-busting tactics employed by Sears, Roebuck and Co., and have pledged their full support of a consumer boycott directed against all By SIDNEY MARGOLIUS of the Sears stores throughagainst ~ unions on a nation-wide ment of Sears has refused to re­ Business Lag Making For Good Buys out the US and Canada." new union-shop clauses in agree­ The boycott action initially basis." The Executive Council also pin­ ments with the Retail Clerks and The economists, businessmen and Administration spokesmen who was begun by the Retail Clerks In­ ternational Association after 262 of pointed subsequent examples of has even rejected the modified announced last January that this was to be the decade of the "Soaring its members were fired for honor­ Sears anti-union tactics. It said union-shop provision accepted by Sixties" are now running for cover. The predicted fabulous boom ing a picket line set up by the that a St. Louis branch of the con­ its major competitor, Montgomery never appeared, fn fact, business is sagging, and merchants and manu­ Machinists Union at a San Fran­ cern tried to force a group of In­ Ward," the AFL-CIO also reported. cisco Sears store. Sears' manage­ ternational Brotherhood of Elec­ In summing up its position, the facturers are shadigg prices to move excess inventories. ment refused attempts by the San trical Workers employees to give Council urged all members of or­ As a tesult, some good buys in household appliances and furnishings Francisco Labor Council medi­ up their jobs and transfer to a ganized labor not to patronize any are avaffable for careful shoppers. Here are types of merchandise on ate the dispute; consequeiil|y, the service company. The workers re­ Sears store "until its management which ypu can make especially advantageous buys at this time: RCIA—with the full sarifcdon of fused, and went on strike to pro­ ceases to interfere with the self• Heaviest price-cutting is on large appliances, especially re­ "West Coast organized labor— test this treatment. They then organization of employees and were fired by Sears and replaced imtil it demonstrates good-faith frigerators and washing machines. started the boycott. acceptance of union security But as the plight of the Retail with strikebreakers. • Furniture manufacturers and retailers are shading prices and In other locations, the manage­ clauses in its contracts." Clerks became known t^ the labor also have brought out simplified, less-costly living room (ind bed­ movement on a national basis, sup­ room sets, sofa beds and metal dinette sets, to combat the slump port mounted. Last month in Chi­ In that Industry. cago, , the AFL-CIO Executive Council formally endorsed the boy­ •TV producers and dealers are cutting prices especially sharply cott and pledged the full support on the 17-inch portable and 21-inch standard sets. When you shop, of all of its affiliates in a planned you're likely to find dealers trying to convince you to take 19 or campaign to organize the 729 re­ 23-inch models instead. They get a larger profit margin on the tail stores and 853 catalogue stores bigger-screen sets. But the 17 and 21-inch s^ts are better values in the Sears, Roebuck chain. financially. >In a formal statement issued • A number of building materials are lower this fall, but ply­ after the Executive Council met, wood prices especially have gone down. the AFL-CIO expressed increasing concern over the "union-busting Besides these reductipns, September is a good- month to find cutmethods" deliberately employed price, sales oh housewares, china and glassware; batteries' and other car equipment (specially-priced in pre-winter sales); piece goods; tools by the billion-dollar merchandis­ ing chain. and hardware. The Council called attention to September is also the month food markets offer special prices on the fact that years ago, Sear^diad canned goods to clear out last year's iwck before this year's arrives. put into business a shady antiThis is ah . opportunity to stock up unionist, Nathan Shefferman. on food staples at savings. Later, Shefferman's activities were In kids' back-to-school clothes, spotlighted by the McClellan Com­ the big trend* is to blends: of syn­ mittee, which was investigating il­ thetics. It's a" desirable trend. The legal union activities. As a result newer synthetics add dirt-resist­ of the unfavorable publicity. Sears ance, wrinkle-resistance, durability pledged it would never again re­ and easy washaibility to the older sort to such tactics. Yet today fabrics like cotton, . rayon and again, the Council said. Sears "has wool. The "polyester" synthetics, intensified its aggressive war which include Dacron, Kodel, Vycron and Terylene, generally are the most truly wash-and-wear and the strongest fibers, They are espeefslly dedrable in a blend with cotton, or in a less-expensive blend with rayon, for shirts and blouses. For example, boys' shirts of 65 percent Dacron and 35 percent Seafarer Ray Griffith, surrounded by his wife, Eleanor, and sons cotton are available for about $3 this fall. Watch for even lower Glenn, 11, and Wayne, 6, sleeps after completing a 17-mile Admiral Raphael Semmes, who prices later this year on men's underwater swim across the Long Island Sound. (Photo by Newsgained his fame as a Confederate and boys' shirts and women's and day, Long Island.) sea raider, will be sailing under girls' blouses of this desirable two flags from now on—that of the Seafarer Ray Griffifh of Copaigue, Long Island, has an combination of fibers. The biggest manufacturer o^ this fabric has just US merchant marine and that of the US Navy he fought against dur­ unusual way of getting across large bodies of water; he likes announced a price reduction. Experience has shown that this propor­ ing the Civil War—(oops—^War Be­ to cross them swimming beneath the surface, with an assist tion of Dacron and cotton is one of the most soil-resistant, easiestlaundering, long-wearing ^fabrics for shirts and blouses. tween the States). from skin-diving equipment, 4Semmes' name is already being of course. The "acrylic" synthetic fibers, including Acrilan, Creslan, Orion and borne by one merchant ship—^the Zefran, are softer and warmer than the polyesters and more like Griffith, who sails in the trailership Raphael Semmes of wool, They keep creases and resist wrinkling, but are generally not as the SlU-contracted S e a - L a n d deck department with the SIU, strong or wrinkle-resistant as the polyesters. They do drape better, made an underwater trip across Service. and thus are especially suitable for dresses, skirts, and school slacks, for fall and winter. ^ Now, in addition, the same name the Long Island Sound early this will be carried by a new Navy month from Bridgeport, Conn., to In all-cotton garments, there also are more resin-treated garments guided-missile destroyer scheduled Port Jefferson, LI.this year, especially in the simpler dresses and blouses. Besin-treated He made the IT-mile underwater for completion next year at Avoncottons generally are not as truly automatic wash-and-wear as Dacrondale Marine Ways in New Orleans. swim in a little less than 16 hours, and-cotton blends or even Orion blends. Besin-treated cottons gener­ Semmes captured 68 Northern setting an endurance record aiid ally require drip-dry treatment, can't go through the spinning cycle, ships during the Civil War and a distance record, as he was the and may need a little ironing. But they are superior to untreated threw Federal commerce into a first man on record to try the feat. cottons in both washability and soil-resistance, and quality for quality, Fourteen candidates are now panic. Insurance rates soared, and The 33-year-old Seafarer, who seeking the three top- international are generally more wear-resistant. many, vessels, to escape- both is a heavy construction welde'- offices—that of president, vice When you shop for back-to-school dresses this fall, you're going to Semmes and the high premium, while on the beach, joined the SlU president and secretary-treasurer see the stores pushing more dresses, fewer skirt-and-blouse combina­ transferred to foreign flags, thus in 1945. He is married and is the —in the election of the Masters, tions; more bouffant styles, fewer straight styles. But for younger girls • becoming the first runaways. The father of two sons. especially, the blouse and skirt or jumper combination lends, itself to Mates and Pilots. decline of the US flag at sea after Griffith called the underwater more costume variations and saves much laundering. The election period, which start­ the Civil War has sometimes—but trip a "proving ground" for bigger Food Still Problem mistakenly—been blamed on projects. He wants to swim the ed with the mailing of ballots JTuly will run for 90 days, with votes Food is still the big cost-of-living problem this September, although Semmes' raiding activities. English Channel underwater and 14, in Washington, DC, during he is also considering going around counted prices will slacken off seasonally later this fall. Meat is still relatively the last week of October. Manhattan underwater. However, expensive, with pork in relatively scarce supply. You'll find some Don't Send Your these projects require money, and The election processes were put supermarket leaders on lamlb, beef and pork shoulders. Ray is seeking a sponsor before he in motion at a meeting of the three- Poultry—both broiler-fryers and turkeys—are in large supply this Baggage COD man balloting committee selected, month. Marketing of-broilers and fryers are running a good 12 percent •"^afarers are again warned tries them. during the MM&P convention in ahead of a year earlier, and prices are dropping. Griffith said that his swim across not to send their baggage COD Galveston. The committee met in to any Union hall. The Union the Sound ran into trouble six New York at the end of June and A recent survey by Government home economists found , you gener­ ally need 2.4 pounds of ready-to-cook chicken to provide a pound of times: three times he got leg cannot accept delivery of any accepted the nominations. lean cooked me"at; 2.2 pounds of\young turkey and 4.5 pounds of duck. baggage where express charges cramps and he twice lost sight of The committee also prepared an Using recent prices, that means chicken at 55 cents a pound really the target light before his handlers have not been prepaid. Men who send baggage COD steered him on the right course. election ballot containing a 200- costs you $1.32 for the cooked meat; turkey at 59 cents costs you $1.30, to Union halls face the prospect Another time he sank beneath tV^ word statement by each candidate. and duck at 55 cents costs $2.48. Ballots are returnable to a safe This fall look for the best values in, big turkeys Ospecially. They're of having to go to a lot of trou­ weight of two new oxygen tanks ble and red tape with the Bail- and had to inflate his life pre­ deposit vault in a Washington bank in heavy supply. Prices for big turkeys have, been running a little less server to get to the 15-foot level under the control of the Election than those for birds under 16 pounds. The larger turkeys also yield way Express Co. at which he made most of the trip. Institute. you.more actual meat per pound ^ . \ . Seafarer's Underwater Swim Mark: 17 Miles Navy Nabs Sea-Land Ship Name MMP Vote On, To End In October , • .« »• ,5"; .;• y • -^1 �I: • ' September, 1960 SEAFARERS LOG Pafe Twenty-Flra ii > New Contract Talks WELFARE BENEFITS CLIMB TO OVER $200,000 MARK The Marine Allied Workers Division paid a total of 87 benefit claims to MAWD mem­ bers and their dependents during the month of August, bringing the grand total paid out to $204,210.53 since . the Plan's inception. One of the highest claims*' MR. AND MRS. JAMES SMITH, paid to date was paid to Al- a child at -Brooklyn Hospital, $140.25 for the birth of a child at phonso Marra, an employee at Brooklyn, June 28, 1960. Fasano is Temple University Hospital, the New York Canvas & Roye Company, New York City. Marra's benefits were paid for hospitaliza­ tion and weekly disability. His total sum received during August was $1,359.25. Of the 87 payments made during August, MAWD members received a total .of 41 payments and their dependents accounted for the re­ maining 46. Fifteen claims were paid for maternity cases. During the first month of opera­ tion as a self-Insured plan, the MAWD Northeast Area Welfare Plan did not have occasion to make insurance payments for death benefits, accidental death or dis­ memberment. The entire sum of money paid out was to those claim­ ing hospital, disability and mater­ nity benefits. Maternity Benefits Maternity benefits were paid to the following: MB. AND MRS. R. CONN, $178.75* for tbe^birth of a child at St. Agnes Hospital^^ Philadelphia, July 20, 1960. Conn is employed at Air Master Corporation, Philadel­ phia. At top, negotiating committee representing Armond Edwards employees includes (|-r) Martin Lastra, Leon Wilson, shop steward; Angelo Orti, Susano Lastra and Ramon Correo-Rios. Contract talks are continuing. Below, American Casting women employees listen attentively to contract talks. They are (l-r) Josephine Norones, Blanco Morales, Francisco Ramirez and Jesuso Rodriguez. These Are Your Union Meetings —Attend Them! ^ All union m'ember; should regularly- attend the member­ ship meetings in tl^eir area. These meetings are devoted to discussions of matters vital to the welfare and security of every MAWD member and his family. What's more, these meetings provide every MAWD member with the opportunity to speak up and state his views about these vitql matters. Here is the schedule of the next meetings: NEW YORK-Toesday, Octo­ ber 4, at 7 P.M., SlU Half, 675 Fourth Ave., B'klyn. BALTIMORE - Friday, Octo­ ber 7, at 8 P.M., SlU Hall, 1216 E. Baltimore St. SUNBURY - Sunday, Octo­ ber 9, at 2 P.M., Friendship Fire Company. PHILADELPHIA - Tuesday, October 11, at 7:30 P.M., SlU Hall, 2604 S. 4th St. T MR. AND MRS. J. SMITH, $90.55 for the birth of a child at Mercy Douglas Hpspital, Philadelphia, January 17, 1960. Smith is em­ ployed at Air Master Corporation, Philadelphia. With SIU. Industrial Workers This is one in a series of features which the SEAFARERS LOG will will publish r'.garding members of SIU affiliated unions working in MR. AND MBS. ANTHONY maritime production and allied fields. lASANO, $180.50 for the birth of WELFARE PLAN SELF-INSURED The Welfare Plan trustees recently completed plans to place the MAWD Northeast Area Welfare Plan under selfinsurance, effective August 1, 1960. The self-insurance plan will continue to give MAWD*^^ members the same coverage they have had since the in­ ception of the Welfare Plan but the "new look" will cut down op­ erating expenses by discontinuing premium payments to an insurance company. The MAWD plan came into its own as a self-insured plan because of the reserve of money accumu­ lated that will allow the latest move to give greater and more ef­ fective coverage to all members. The SIU deep sea Welfare Plan has operated independently over a number of years and experience has show# that a self-insured plan not only cuts operating expenses considerablyi but also gives the members the type of insurance necessary to cover them in their own respective work. A $23,000 deposit has been made with the New York State Work­ men's Compensation Board to cover disability benefit payments as xequired by NY State law. the shop steward at Standard Philadelphia, June 7, 1960. Smith Building's Kimberly Division, is employed at E. A. Gallagher & Brooklyn. Sons, Philadelphia. MR. AND MRS. P. WHITE, MR. AND MRS. C. BRAXTON, $181.70 for the birth of a child at $120 for the birth of a child at Jefferson Hospital. Philadelphia, Presbyterian Hospital, New York July 8, 1960. White is employed at City, June 8, 1960. Braxton is em­ Air Master Corporation, Philadel­ ployed at Beam-Matic Corporation, phia. New York City. MR. AND MRS. FERNANDO MR. AND MRS. LAWRENCE FALA, $135.50 for the birth of a WELSH, $120 for the birth of a child at Lankenau Hospital, Cpl- child at Nazareth Hospital, Naza­ lingdale, Pa:j July 14, 1960. Fala js reth, Pa., August 7, 1960. Welsh is employed at the National Molasses employed at All American Metals Company. of Philadelphia. MR. AND MRS. KURT PARTL, MR. AND MRS. M. ALVARADO, $31.25 for maternity benefits at $182.50 for the birth of a child at Presbyterian Hospital, Yeadon, Pa. Brooklyn Hospital, July 7, 1960. Parti is employed at Air Master Alvarado is employed at WisorCorporation, Philadelphia. Smith Metal Products, Brooklyn. MR. AND MRS. P. JENKINS, MR. AND MRS. C. STENDER$107.20 for the birth of a child at OWICZ, $120 for the birth of a Presbyterian Hospital, Philadel­ child at Nazareth Hospital, August phia, June 22, 1960. Jenkins is em­ 11, 1960. Stenderowicz is employed ployed, a^, Air Master Corporation, at All American Metals, Philadel­ Philadel^ia. phia. MR. AND MRS. A. SKERSTAD, MR. AND MRS. W. McKIE, $171 for the birth of a child at $57.80 for the birth of a child at Lutheran Medical Hospital, Brook­ the Germantown Dispensary, Gerlyn, July 2, 1960. S"kerstad is em­ mantown. Pa., August 3, 1960. ployed at Atlantic Cordage, Brook­ McKie is employed at Air Master lyn. Corporation, Philadelphia. NLRB Calls Election At Roto Broil Official word was' received this week from the National Labor Re­ lations Board ordering an election at the Roto Broil Division plant of the Jay Kay Metals Corporation in Long Island City. According to the NLRB the longawaited election must be held within the next thirty days. The election has been sought by Marine Allied Workers Division officials for over a year. The MAWD will be on the ballot in opposition to "Amalgamated Lo­ cal 355," who holds the present collective bargaining agreement with the Jay Kay Corporation. "No Union" will also hold a space on the ballot. BROTHER PAUL BRADLEY is employed at the Southwark Coop­ erage Company, Philadelphia. He worked at the Southwark firm since March 1958, and has been an MAWD member since May, 1958. Paul and his wife, Grace, reside at 608 North MarshaU with their four daughters, Pauline, Carolyn, Marilyn and Doris, ranging in age from two. years to seven. Pauline is the old­ est. . The news, on this page deals with people Working under the SIU banner in shoreside estab­ lishments engaged in maritime production and allied fields. Included among the items made are cordage, canvas, lifesaving equipment, ship's gear and related industrial products. Because there had not been any organization avail­ able to them, many of these workers were formerly without any union protection, until they came under the SIU banner. Developments in their area wili be reported here because they are an important part of the ro xritime industry. BROTHER OSCiVR JIMENEZ is employed as a press .operator at at Porter-Mathews Company in Philadelphia. A resident of Phil­ adelphia, Oscar is a skilled carp e n t er. An MAWD member since ^ October, 1959, and em­ ployed at PorterMathews since S e p t e m her of that year, Oscar is a family man with two daughters. Carmen, age 14, and Ivette, age 17. JHr. and Mrs. Jimenez and family reside at 2218 Harold Street, Philadel­ phia. 4« 4- i SISTER -URSULA ISRAEL is employed as an operator at the F. M. Stevenson Company of Bal­ timore. Born in Berlin, Germany, Ursula is unmar­ ried and has been working at the Stevenson firm since July, 1940. She has been an MAWD member since April 1958. Ursula resides with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Israel of 2823 Waldorf Ave­ nue, Baltimore. �T«ieBfr4iK SEAFARERS LOG gt»tert<ir, t9<l* Report On SlU Credentials We, the undersigned committee on credentials duly elected at the regular business meet­ ing at headquarters on August 8th, 1960, in accordance with the constitution, have exam­ ined the credentials of the candidates for elective office or job in the Seafarers International Union 6f North America—^At-> "fc) His book number. It is to be pointed out to the lantic. Gulf, Lakes and Inland "(d) The UUe of the office or membership that the SEAFARERS > Waters District for the years C". It;. of 1961-2-3-4, as per Artiede XI Section 1, and submit the following report: We qualified or disqualified those men who submitted for office by the rules of our constitution as contained in Articles XII and XIII. Article XII is known as Qualifications For Officers, Headquarters Representiptives, Port Agents, Patrolmen-, and Other Elective Jobs. The Article reads a.< follows,: "Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Head­ quarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: "(a) He has at least three (3) years of seatime in an un­ licensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels. In computing time, time spent in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employ­ ment at the Union's direction, shall count the same as sea time. Union records. Welfare . Plan records and/or company records can be used to deter­ mine eligibility; and "(b) He has been a full book member in contiBuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years - immedi­ ately prior to his nomination; and . "(c) He has at least four (4) months of sea time, in an un­ licensed capacity aboard . an American-flag merchant vessel - or vessels, covered by contract with this Union, or four W months of employment with, or- in- any ^^ice or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employ­ ment at the Union's direction, or a combination of these, be­ tween January 1st and the time of nomination in the elec­ tion year; and "(d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; and "(e) He is not disqualified by law. "Section 2. All candidates for, and holders of, other elec­ tive jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union. . "Section 3. All candidates for and^holders of elective of­ fices and jobs, whether elected or appointed in accordance with the Constitution, shall maintain full book member­ ship ^n good standing." (End of quote from Constitution) Article XIII, is known as, Elect'ons For Ofiicers, Hecdqnartcrs Representatives, Port Agents and Patrolmen. The article re.<ls as follows: "Section 1. Nomir^tlons "Except as provided in Sec­ tion 2 (b) of this Article, any full member may submit bis name for nomination for any office, or the job qf Headquart e r s Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, by de­ livering or causing to be de­ livered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at headquarters, or sending, a letter addressed to the creden­ tials committee, in care of the Becrrtary-Treasurer, at the ad­ dress of headquarters. T^s letter shall t>e dated and shall contain the following: "(a) The name of the can­ didate. "(b) His home address and mailing address. other job for which he is a LOG issue of July 1st, 1960 carried candidate, including the the constitution of the Seafarers name of the Port in the International Union of North event thb position sought is America - Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes that of Agent or Patrolman. and Inland Waters District, in "(e) Proof of citizenship, which Articles XI, XII, and XIII "(f) Proof of seatime and/or give the terms of office, the employment as required for qualifications for office and the candidates. manner in which credentials are "(g) In the event the member to be submitted. is on a ship he shall notify We further point out to tlie the Credentials Committee membership that the full notice of what ship he is on. This shall opening of nominations, necessary be done also if he ships qualifications for same, and an ap­ subsequent to forwarding peal for all interested members to his credentials. qualify themselves were contained . "(h) Annexing a certificate in. in the SEAFARERS LOG. in the the following form, signed issue of July 2atb, 1960 on Page and dated by the proposed 2. nominee: The SEAFARERS LOG issue of Six>'man credontiols committee elected by headquarters member­ I hereby certify that I am not July 20th, 1960, on Page 14, car­ now nor, for the five (5) years ried the President's Pre-Balloting ship is shown cbecking out quolificotions of nominees for SlU's last past, have I been either a Report, which report gave the general eiech'on. Voting will be for four-yeor terms. member of the Communist depository required by Article X, Party or convicted of, or Section 1 (e) of the Union Constitu­ the manner In which to qualify for is, in alphabetical form under the office. ^ offices for which they run, and that served any part of a prison tion. The following is a complete list­ the ports, following the headquarterm resulting from convic­ tion of robbery, bribOry, ex­ The official records of the Sea­ ing of all men who submitted their ters'offices, beginning with Boston, tortion, embezzlement, grand farers International Union of credentials to the committee. The be arranged on the Ballot geo­ larceny, burglary, arson, viola­ North America - Atlantic, Gulf, men's ham^ and jobs for which graphically as has been done in tion of narcotics laws, murder,- Lakes and Inland Waters District they submitted sudh credentials the past. Following each man's rape, assault with intent to shows fliat the Pre-Balloting Re­ are listed in the order which this name' and book number in. his kill, assault which inflicts port of the Secretary-Treasurer committee feels they should be qualification or disqualifications, grievous bodily injury, or was given in the headquarters placeii on the general ballot. That followed by the reason for same. violation of title II or III of meeting of July 5th, 1960, in con­ PRESIDENT the -Landrum-Griffin Act, or formity with Article X Section 1. Paul Hall, H-1 Qualified Credentials in order. Paragraph (e) of our Union Con­ conspiracy to commit any such EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT stitution. This same Pre-Balloting crimes. Qualified Credentials in order. Report was acted on in all con­ Cal Tanner, T-1 Dated: VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT stitutional ports holding regular Signature of member ENFORCEMENT membership meetings during the Book No. Claude Simmons, S-1 Qualified Credentials in order. month of July, 1960, The Pre-Bal"Printed forms of the cer­ VICE-PRESIDICNT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST lotlng. Report has been reproduced tificate be made available to Qualified Credentials in. order. verbatim in the July 20th, 1960 Earl Shepard, S-2 nominees. Where a , norninee VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST . issue of the SEAFARERS LOG as cannot truthfully ex^te sucb Lindsey J. Willtanis,W-1 Qualified Credentials in order. mentioned previously. a certificate, but is. in fact VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND We find, that by referring to the legally eligible fqr^an .pffi^e^pr WATERS issues of the SEAFARERS LOG A1 Tanner, T-IS job by reason of the restora­ Qualified Credentials In order. n,entioned above, and to the min­ tion of civil rights originally SECRETARY-TREASURER utes of the regular membership A1 Kerr, K-7 revoked by such conviction or Qualified Credentials in order, meetings in all the Atlantic and a favorable detm-mination by HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Gulf District ports, that every pos­ John Cole, C-8 the Board of Parole of the ' Qualified Credentials in order. sible effort was not only made to William (Bill) Hall, H-272 United States Department of , Qualified Credentials: itf''order. advise the membership of the Edward (Eddie) Mooney, M-7 Justice, he shall, in lieu of the ^^ified Credentials in order. quallllcations to run for office but Freddie Stewart, S-€ - foregoing certificate, furnish a Qualified Credentials' In order, in addition, a plea was made that complelfc signed statement of • NEW YORK PORT AGENT any man who thought be may be Paul Drozak, D-i68 the facts of his case together Qualified Credentials in order. capable of holding any elective of­ with true copies of the docu­ MEW YORK JOINT PATROLMAN fice was urged to submit his ments supfiorting bis state­ Qualified Credentials id order. John Arabasz, A-2 credentials for same. ment. E. (Scottie) Aubussoa, A-8 Qualified Credentials in order. "All documents required We, this committee, as well as John Buccl, B-780 Qualified Credentials in order. hereiii must reach headquar­ our rank and_file members are Robert J. Bums, B-187 C^alified Credentials in order. ters no earlier than July 15th aware of the fact that' copies of the, Daniel (Dan) Butts, 3-628 Qualified Credentials in order, and no later than August 15th constitution, wherein all the John Cabral, €-200 (^alified - Credentials In order. ol the election year. qualifications for subiBltting for Stephen CUT, C-70 Qualified Credentials in order. "The Secretary-Treasurer is office were, contained, were and Leo Cronsoho, C-801 ^ Qualified Credentials in order. charged with the safekeeping have been made available to all Joseph (Joe) DI Georglo, D-2 Qualified ' Credentials in order. of these letters and shall turn of the membership of our Union. Stephano Di Giroiomo. D-7S Qualified Credentials in order. them over to the cri^dentials In this constitution, we, as good Harry D. litzgerdd, F-371 Disqualified Did not submit prop­ committee upon the latter's Union members, know that it fully er seatime as required by the request.'' (End of quote from outlines all qualifications neces­ constitution. (See AppeaL) Constitution). sary for office and the steps and Louis (Lou) Goffin, G-7 Qualified Credentials in order, (^alified Credentials in order. Howard Guinler, G-3 . Qualified Credentials in order. Edward Guszynsiky, G-71 Disqualified Did not submit , four Eugene B. Hall, H-5S months seatime for current cal­ endar year. (Ed. note: The followinjg 4t the text of the teletype message to Emilio Hernandez, H-T , Qualified Credentids in order. all ports on the appeal.of Brother Harry D. Fitzgerald from dis- Luigi lovino, I-ll Credentials in order, Qualified qwali^retion by the credentials committee. His appeal, was upheld Robert C. Mdioy, Qualified Credentiais in order. by membership vote va til ports in which ^meetings are held on Frank Mongelli, M-1111 Qualified Credentials la order. the ballot.) Peter Patrick, P-182 Qualified Credentials in Order. Appeal received from Brother' Harry D. Fitzgerald, Book No. Charles Soelleld, S-IM Qualified Credentials in order. F-37L from his disqualification by the credentials' committee. Fltx- William John Smith, S-88 Qualified Credentials - in order. gerald is a candidate for the job of joint patrolman in the port of Charles Starabul. S-578 Qualified Credentials in order.. New York. Fitzgerald had received notice of disqualification while Keith Terpe, T-3 . v C^lified Credentials in order. serving aboard vessel under SIU contract. RayniMd Torres, T-31 . {Ratified Credentials to order. Fitzgerald concedes that he did not furnish proof of sufficient Norman E. Wroten, Jr.,;W-256 ^ , Qualified Credentials in order. seatime but has now come up with additional verified proof to show sPHiLADEU>lIlX AGENT that he has enough seatimel In view of the fact that he mailed in Steve (Blackie) CardullOf C-1 Qualified Credentials In order. additiimal evidence, faeadqiurters is willing to recommend that he lai-ry Gerie, 6^69 . „ , Qualified Credentials in order. now be ruled qualified by (he membership, even though he should PHILADELPHIA JOINT PATROLMAN bave produced this proof before the credentials committee. While John Hetzell,. ^ Qualified Credentials in otder. the credentials committee acted correctly in the light of the evidence Raymond (Ri^) Oates. 0-2 Qiudified CredenUalt in nider. before it, it is recommended that they be overruled, inasmuch M. . \ ' BALTIMORE; AGENT.. Brother Fitzgerald was on a vessel and wpu!d have been able to Bexford (Bex) Dickey. D-8 Qhuiilified , Credeotlais^^n; biderr clear up his seatime proof if he had been available Just prlo/ • to /,;• RAL'nMOBE.JOli<ft:^PATROLjiAN. . I; .Le time the credentials mxandt'oe acted. Jam^ C. Bartiette„R-]i)4 -.. . , Quaiffled , li Credenttoli to M , (CoHtimuid'on page SQ) ' * Action On Appeal �September, 1960 ^^SBAFARERS LOG j|Pare Twenty-SeTea T preW Wants Air Conditioning to the ilditor: We, the crew on the SS Transeastern, want to gp on rec­ ord -as giving the negotiating committee full support for hav­ ing it stipulate in all future con-' tracts that air conditioning and movie projectors be included on all ships on extended voyages, especially those running to the Persian Gulf, and that In no case should a swimming pool take the place of air condition-Ing. One SlU-contracted company. Cities Service, already provides movie projectors for ships run­ ning foreign. We also would favor a,recrea­ tion program for men at sea sim­ ilar to programs such as the Safety Program, Food Program, Scholarship Program etc., under the Welfare Plan. We emphasize that for ships running to the Persian Gulf, swimming pools are of little recreational value because (1) pools are too small; (2) they are •too near the smoke stack; (3) water temperature is hotter than air temperature; (4) intense sunlight in the Persian Gulf area is not favorable to • sun bathing; (5) water will not stay in pool when ship rolls.. Air conditioning would en­ courage men ^ to stay on ships that are shuttling to the Per­ sian Gulf, and would help pre-. vent the loss of jobs to aliens, non-union seamen, etc., when SIU men get off after one or two trips. In the past, the SIU has been a leader in the maritime field for seamen's benefits. Let us again set the pace for a first class recreation program to be set up and supervised by the Welfare Plan. We would like to hear our brothers' opinions on Ivtli^se^prpp^o^als. E. K. PeMoss D. L. Dickerson B. Hager L. A. Ziembka Hearing Back ^After Operation To the Editor: It has been about 10 months since I have written for rein­ statement into the Union be­ cause at that time I was going to get a hearing aid so that I would be able to return to sea after a'long absence. A lot has happened since then which now enables me to write of wonderful news very important to all deaf persons, and especially brothers wear­ ing hearing aids and trying to ship out. There is a rather new opera­ tion called "stapes mobiliza­ tion" that has been very suc­ cessful in restoring hearing. I know because I had the opera­ tion performed on both ears, and for the first time in 15 years I can hear again—and hear everything. I don't have to wear « hearing aid or worryabout being turned down by • doctors for shipping out. It is excitingly wonderful. I used to have a 78 percent loss of hearing and my ears ^ used to run, but not any more. Dr. Louis Shipman performed the operation on me at Charity Hospital here in New Orleans. Dr. Shipman has since moved to Tallahassee; - Before he left, he performed the operation on my left ear. He said that anyone wanting the operation should see Dr. Louis of the ear, nose and thrpat clinic at Charity Hospital inNew Orleans. r. Any. brother who would like - Yo write me foi^ Information on the operation can reach me care of the SIU hall at 623 Bienville St., New Orleans. T will be gldd to help and, if you are in town, I will go to the hospital with you. Joseph P. Barraco (Editor's Note: Dr. Joseph P. Logue, Medical Director of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, has in­ formed the LOG that the "stapes mobilization" operation has helped persons with one specific ear condition. The "stapes" bones in the middle ear sometimes "freeze" together, causng deafness. The opera­ tion, a very delicate' one, un-. locks the little bones and im­ proves the hearing in these cases. Other types of deafness . would require different treat­ ment. ) tf 4< it) Mariners' Home In Canary isles To the Editor: The United Seamen's Service has referred the Seafarers In­ ternational Union to us as an outstanding organization in pro­ viding for the needs of sea­ farers. Therefore, we take pleasure All letters to the editor for publication in the SEAFARERS LOG must be signed by the writer. Names will be withheld upon request. in informing you that the Casa Del Marino (Seaman's Home), which offers lodging and health, social, cultural and employment services to all Seafarers, is being built at Puerto De La Luz, Las Palmas, Gran Canary, Can­ ary Islands. We hope to see it finished by the end of next year. We wish to offer you our collaboration in any way that may suit you, and our help in any service to t'ne home. We wish to get in touch with every­ one for we wish to serve, and help all seamen. We are inter­ ested in arty suggestions you may make for the best condir tions and use of our future in­ stallation to serve the needs and likings of all the great fam- iljy of mariners for whose serv­ ice we have come into existence. The home is founded by the National Maritime Insurance In­ stitute which has independent assets and legal status. It is gov­ erned by its Ovvn members under the Institute Social De La Marina, which in turn is under the Spanish Ministry of Labor. We remain at your com­ plete disposal. Manuel Perez de la Barreda Deputy Administrator 3). Typo Leader Praises SIU To the Editor: I have received the LOG for a number of years and enjoy reading it. The Seafarers Union is a won­ derful organization, not. just alone for the good working con­ ditions it obtains for its mem­ bers, but for its great fraternal benefits such as caring for the sick members and their families. It is an organization that is "its brother's keeper." May your great Urtion prosper. • Thomas J. Soalley, President Somerville - Typographical Union •' •• ' Skipper Hails Marymar Gang To the Editor: On the night of 22-23 July, 1960, while on passage from Panama to Long Beach, Calif., the SS Marymar maneuvered alongside a sinking craft off the west coast of Mexico to conduct rescue, operations. The craft was the MV Patsy-K, reg­ istered at Los Angeles, Calif., and was in position 16-05 North and 98-30 West. On board were seven persons, (the captain, his wife, three small children ages 7, 5, and 2\fi years and two crewmen) and a boxer dog. As it was at night and long heavy swell was running, every­ one in the crew of this vessel is to be commended for their efforts that made the operation a success. The survivors were taken on to Long Beach where they were debarked. The wee'k that they were on board (enroute to Long Beach) involved some strange but interesting duties for all on board. At odd hours of the day and night one could expect to see a hard-boiled crewman hold­ ing a baby in his arms, drying its tears or washing deck grease from its feet. Again one might see someone dashing to save one of the chidren from falling down a ladder or from falling over the side. Special mention is due to Guy W. Walter, steward, who was up day and night making certain that the survivors were cared for. He should be given a medal for baby-sitting. I am proud of the crew of the SS Marymar. Very truly yours, s/ Rupert H. Matthews Jr. Master SS Marymar .3. From The Fleet In deck department of the SS Alcoa Planter, photographed by Second Mote Bob Parker, arc (standing, l-r) J. P. Morris, R. Darley, B. C. Wentworth, C. V. Johnson, H. I. Grizzard, H. O, Limbaught, and W. C. Yates. R. C. Anderson and D. L. McCorvey ore on either side of the life preserver, and R. W. Reynold, not visible, is poking his head through the ring. 3> Warns Brothers On Swimming To the Bditor: ' I would like you to. publish this -in the next issue of the LOG. This is a warning to all our brothers about their vacation and swimming in uncharted waters. I was home having fun with my family and when I went swimming, I fractured my back in two places. So if you go swimming, know what kind of water you are" go­ ing into. I'm here in the hos­ pital (Marine Hospital, States St., New Orleans) and will be here for a long time. The old saying is "accidents don't just happen, they are caused," and myself and others are the cause. So be careful an your next stay-at-home with your family. 3) Members of the crew huddling on the deck of the SS Steel Scien­ tist (Isthmian) were caught by shipboard photographer Bud Schmiedel. The men are (l-r) Dawson, DM; Heins, AB; Angelo, chief cook; Renfroe, DM; Ahern, bosun; Aughton, OS. Ci H. Boatwcll 3« 3i ' Brother Lauds Bermuda Hospital To the Editor: I have just gotten back from doing a month and a half in the King Edward Memorial Hos­ pital in Bermuda. I have never had as good treatment any­ where. ^ All the nurses and doctors take care of you and see that you don't lack for anything. And Captain Smith of the Sailors Home Is up to see you and brings you magazines and cigarettes. I got there around 10 AM and he was there to see • me and brought candy, cigar*' ettes and magazines that after­ noon. I would like you to put the Sailors Home, Hamilton, Ber­ muda, on the LOG mailing list as sailors go there from all over the world. It would give other sailors a chance to see what the SIU is doing for the merchant marine. J. G. Gregory • ! G. C. Eller, wiper, (left) nurses a sore foot in a bucket of hot water and salts in his foe sle aboard the Carolyn. Meanwhile, on deck, (photo right) Charles Dorrough, third cook, and George NichoU son, oiler, rig up the aerial on Dorrough's radio. The radio helped to wile away the hours as the Carolyn stayed at anchor for three . weeks off Karachi, Pakistan, waiting for a berth. left) takes a breather on the SS CaroErnest Phillips, wiper i lyn (^Buli Lines)^ W. Shaw, AB (right) poses with one of his prize catches on the Carolyn. The photographs were taken by Jose F. Santiago, ship's delegate (ust before the ship reached ihdra. �|>M« Tweafr-ElfU With The Denayere SEAFARERS tOG Septewbfr. IMt Tof Luck With a Mynah If you are planning to buy a mynah bird, you had better ask the man who owns ona all about it before you buy. That's the advice which Seafarer William R. Cameron gives to his shipmates. Cameron, sailing on the SS port steward came back- that after­ birds, don't take him home for Iberville (Waterman) in the noon and left a bag with the stew-' your wife to care for because she may leave you and the bird after Far East, reports on the "pot" ard who gave me the package. one day of cleaning up after him. Seafarer Ralph J. Denayer, on the beach for • while, poses with his daughter Brigette and the family pet, Whiskey the spitz. Lovers And Liars Asea In the o-d days, there were great lovers Casanova, Don Juan (or Don Giovanni, whichever you prefer), Sinhad, and more recently, Popeye. But they were pikers compared to the self-styled lovers aboard the Del Aires. The following article was submitted by Seafarer Thomas C. Riley who gives first-hand information on modern day liars and lovers. Just a few lines to let you know-^ of all the great lovers on the Del great liars and self-styled lovers Aires (Delta). the Del Aires. In early history there was a onWe have a variety of C card great liar by the name of Baron men, some of whom were SIU von Munchhausen; in later history, but quit sailing regularly in England, his peer was a gent by members after World War II. the name of MacCauley. are of assorted dges—from These fellows, though, were 17They to 61—and represent all three strictly amateurs. Khrushchev is a departments. They all share one -bush leaguer, too, compared to the mutual trait: None of the women from New Orleans to Buenos Aires want them to spend a dime. Union Has • These-lovers all have an assort­ ment of keys to so-called love Cable Address Seafarer's overseas who want nests. But strange as-: it seems, to get in touch with headquar­ these keys open all d^rs to the ters in a hurry can do so by foc'sles on the ship and various cabling the Union at' its cable and sundry clothesr iwkerS, Now, of course, we know that address, SEAFARERS NEW these C card men would have no YORK. Use of this address will assure cause to li^ Not one of them has spent one speedy transmission on all mes­ sages" and faster service for thd nickel for souvenirs, yet they are, collectively, the leaders on the men involved. draw list. Shipboard Skotehes By Ben Graham Sand's Big In Japan luck he took with one of the big black talking birds. ' "Feeling the package without "I picked up one of these birds opening iti 1 thought that these out here in the Far East and he's were the biggest grains of sand I quite a bit of trouble," Cameron ever felt. I mentioned it to the says. "First I clipped his wings, steward who said thq man reported that they did not have what I but not enough." wanted, but he got what they had. Mynah Takes Swim "I took a look in the bag along The bird took off from the fantail of the ship, but finally realized with a deckhand who said that ithe couldn't make it to the shore didn't look like sand to him. Another fellow from the crew and tried to fly back to the ship. "He was going down all the time passed by and looked at the stuff and landed in the river," Cameron and said 'Man that really will make him sing now.' Someone else came relates. The bird was finally rescued by by and said it was the best bird messman Marvin LeAcche. "Fright­ feed in the world. I tried feeding the bird the ened almost to death, plus having seeds but he wanted no part of it. swallowed salt water, the bird really looked sad. With each breath The captain took a look and told you could hear the water coming me I'd better throw the stuff over from his lungs and he looked the the side, and over the side it went." Timely Advice picture of death, but in a couple of days he came through with fly­ Cameron advises anyone who ing colors," Cameron reports. wants bird feed or sand in the Far "When we reached another Jap­ East to get it diemselves, "you anese port, I thought I would get might get something you don't some" dirt for him to play on. I want. Had not the AB standing asked the bosun for some sand for beside me warned' me, I would a sample to be sure that I'd get have come into-the .States with what I wanted," Cameron said. about four pounds of marijuana, "I asked the Japan port steward seeds . . . brother,. I would have to take the sample and bring me had some trouble." some more of the same. The ship Cameron closes his report by was . sailing that night, and the saying that if you buy one of these Seafarers On The Iberville Relaxing on the of the SS Iberville (Waterman) are (t'op left photo, J-r) Edward "Skeet" Grudtinski and George Fllomio. Meetnwhile, down in the messhall ftofj right photo, l-r) steward department members Marvin LeAcche, Lawrence Holt, Grudsinski, Danny Parkman and Oreste Vole sit at chow as Chief cook Clarence White stands by. Photos are by William Camerf^i. Eblne holds the block. Dousot's .smile is probably due to the baby boy his wife recently presented him. Photo Is by Cameron. "He's a tall feHow with eye glasses. I think he said he waseaptaifi or messboy—something like ihatl" . ' ;* •' • ^ ^ .. , Saleable Item "I'm planning on asking my daugh­ ter if she wants a mynah bird. If not, would anyone like to buy a young mynah, only three months old, who should start talking when he's six months to a year old?" �teviemher, 1999 SEAFARERS LOG Pace Tirenic-NiM Voyage Of Ocean Joyce Is 'Sod' But Funny Native boys in .dugout pull up olong side the Ocean Joyce in anchorage off Madras, India. Boy in center holds "Baksheesh" or gilt offerings to keep them dry. Dugouts carry a sail rolled on o pole when not in use. pn^the dock alongside the Ocean Joyce in Kidderpore, Calcutta, native longshoremen load sacks of grain from o cart onto a truck. Na automation here^just monpower. Natives in Calcutta (Kidderpore] pose next to a sacred cow. The animals roam the streets of every Indian village and cit/freely. Natives like to be photographed along side the sacred beasts. (The lollowing article was sub mitted to the LOG by Seafarer William Calefato of Maritime Overseas' SS Ocean Joyce.) Ice, soot, the messhall and Hard-way Jones: It was these that made life on the Ocean Joyce part comedy and part trag­ edy. Hard-way Jones is more than a legend. He is John Tinker, a wiper on the Ocean Joyce who boosted the morale of the crew with a fusilade of spicy stories every day of the voyage. It is not easy to laugh on the run to Calcutta, Hawaii, Panama and the Gulf, but with Hard-way and his humor,' everyone grins. He was called that because the protagonist in one of his jokes was named Hard-way Jones, a man who always did things the hard way. The Hard-way Jones on the Ocean Joyce algiost met his match The Ocean Joyce unloads groin in Calcutta as native workmen when an oiler began matching him (in bosun's chair at storboord anchor) paint the hull. The ship also joke for joke and story for story. called Qt Hawaii, Panama and the GuH. Hard-way stopped the chief en­ gineer on an urgent job to tell him a favorite joke about one of the country's leading ladies who underwent a skin graft—the chief threw up his hands and abandoned the job. After that, Hard-way be­ came a popular figure and a sort of victim of the chief engineer. The chief then asked Hard-way where-he got the authority to pull ice in the evenings as well as dur­ ing the day. Hard-way explained that he pulled the ice for' the three meals and between because the drinking water was tepid. The chief walked away, but the follow­ ing day, the ship's delegate had an audience with the master on the drinking water situation and a conference between the skipper and the engineers ensued. (Meanwhile, the first assistant engineer found, out why the water was, warm aiid tlie^ice machine er­ ratic: the refrigerant was, exhaust­ The Marine Club in Kidderpore, Calcutta, is one of the finest in ed. A new tank was installed but the Far East, according to Seafarer William Calefato, who took didn't work until the next day.) Blows His Gasket the pictures on this page. Food is good pnd lodging in one of the The chief engineer blew a gas­ 134 rooms costs from one to 15 rupees. ket after the conference with the skipper, "So they went and told the old man, huh? Well, now you wipers will pull ice only once a day, and I'll put a lock on the ice maker . . . that'U fix 'em." But Hard-way Jones came up with a plan. Coffee cans were filled with Ice and stored In the fish box. Jn a few days there was plenty of ice.. Then the main cog of the en­ gine department came up with an­ other mandate. "I see you blow the tubes four times," he said. "Do you pull the chain once for each blow?': he asked. The answer was "yes," and the chief engineer decreed that for each blow, two pulls on the chain is needed to complete a cycle. With all that seamen face on many , ships, a Hard-way Jones among the crew makes life bear­ able. As a good morale booster he Hungry child in Madras filches something to eat at sidewalk makes the saying true that there is "a little fun to' match the sormarket. Most children this age don't wear any clothes in many row.>» ports of India. fl 1 II �ras* Thirty SEAFARERS LO.G Clifton H. Jackson, J-23S,' Engine (h) of the Constitution. This com,* mittee has notified the two (i^ Patrolman. Milton J. Phelps, P-479, Patrolman brothers involved, Clifton H. Jack* Oscar N. Raynor, R-520, Patrolman. son, J-235, a nominee for Baltl* . In the checking of the continuous Albert Richoux, Jr., R-261, Patrol­ more Joint Patrolman-and Jack C>. (Continued from page .26) Kennedy, K-228, a nominee foi man. Disqualified Was not in continuous good standing for the three year R. E. Bacon, B-349 New Orleans Joint Patrolman that Raymond Torres, T-31, Patrolman. period previdus to nomination of : good standing for three (3) years the various candidates, your com­ Norman E. Wroten, Jr., W-258, they have been qualified, subject previous to nomination, to their furnishing the aforemen* Engine Patrolman. Qualified Credentials in order. mittee found that numerous can­ John Fay, F-363 tinned certificate to the Secretary"-* However, your committee did not didates had paid their dues late. Qualified Credentials in order. Paul Gonsdrchik, G-2 Treasurer prior to the making up feel that a man should be disquali­ Qualified Credentials "in -order. The committee found In each in­ Eli Hanover, H-313 ,of the ballot. Failure on their part fied on such small technicalities as stance however, with the exception Qualified Was qualified subject Clifton H. Jackson, J-235 to his furnishing the Secretary- of two members that will be dealt given above. Eaph nominee listed to furnish the certificate by tho .. ; Treasurer a duly executed cer­ with later in-this report, that the above had specified a patrolman's time mentioned, is to result in their tificate prior to the making up of member so affected had been on a job of some* department in the disqualification. As previously mentioned In this the ballot. Failure to do so is to ship during^ the period, thereby port for which he wished to be report, two (2) nominees had paid result in his being disqualified. preventing iSim from paying his nominated. Inasmuch as the Pretheir dues late. They were John Anthony (Tony) Kastina, K-5 Qualified Credentials in order. dues. As we the membership know, Balloting Report only listed Joint Cabral, C-200 and Luigl lovino, Patrolman in each port, this com­ it has always been the practice of MOBILE AGENT mittee therefore processed the I-II, both of whom had phld one Louis Neira, N-1 Qualified Credentials in order. the Union to consider anyone who aforementiohed credentials for the quarter's dues late in the three has been unable to pay dues due to JOINT PATROLMAN being on a voyage, to be in good Joint Patrolman's job In the port year period prior to nomination. Qualified Harold Fischer, F-l Credentials in order. standing until the time of their for which they had nominated Both of these brothers presented USPHS certificates showing that Quaiified James M. Foster, F-248 Credentials in order. payoff. More important, the con­ themselves. Qualified Robert Jordan, J-1 One man, Walter Beyeler, B-81, they had been in the hospital dur­ Credentials in order. stitution so provides, in Article III, Qualified Leo Marsh, M-9 threw In and was declared quali­ ing the quarter for which their' Credentials in order. Section 3 (e). W. J. .(Red) Morris, M-4 Qualified fied to run for office. However, dues were late In payment. Leo Credentials in order. In the course of doing Its work, he became deceased and, accord­ Cronsohn, C-801, also had late dues Homer Starling, S-141 Qualified Credentials in order. the committee took action in ac­ ingly, hi^ name does not appear on payments but had on file In head­ NEW ORLEANS AGENT cordance with the provisions of quarters, USPHS certificates and C. J. (Buck) Stephens, S-4 Qualified Credentials in order. Article XIII, Section 2 (e) of the 'the ballot. correspondence covering same. In checking the "credentials of NEW ORLEANS JOINT PATROLMAN constitution which reads, as fol- the various nominees, this commit­ Based on Article III, Section 3, George E. Annis, A-230 Qualified Credentials in order. lows: tee had dis'qualified John Cabral, Paragraphs (b) and (e) of our Carl (Red) Gibbs, G-60 Qualified Credentials in order. "(e) The credentials committee, C-200, a nominee for New> York Union constitution, your committee Belarmino (Bennie) Gonzalez. G-4 Qualified Credentials In order. in passing upon the quali­ Joint Patrolman; W. J,.-(BiU) has .qualified the aforementioned A. W. (Andy) Gowder, G-352 Qualified Credentials in order. fications of candidates, shall Mitchell, M-22, a nominee for New brothers. Jack O. Kennedy, K-228 Qualified Was qualified subject This .committee would like to, have the right to conclu­ Orleans Joint Patrolman; and to his furnishing the Secretarysively presume that anyone Homer Starling, S-141, a nominee point out that one of the nobninees, Treasurer a duly executed cer­ nominated and qualified in for Mobile Joint Patrolman. A William John Smith, S-66 failed tificate prior to the making up of previous elections for candi­ telegram was sent to e'ach of these to send his credentials to the cre­ , the ballot. Failure to do so is to dacy for any office or the three brothers by your committee, dentials committee as per'Article result in his being disqualified. job of Headquarters Repre­ notifying them of their disqualifica­ XIII, Section 1 of our constitution. Qualified Credentials in order! W. (Bill) Mitchell, M-22 sentative, Port Agent or Pa-, tions as per the constitution. How­ Instead, Brother Smith-pent them Disqualified Was not In continuous J. P. Morris, M-639 trolman, has met all the ever, before. sending out the let­ to the bank depository that was good standing for three (3) years requirements of Section*1 (a) ters containing the full details ef mentioned in the President's Preprevious to nomination. of Article XII." disqualification, your committee Balloting Report. This was an Milton J. Phelps, P-479 Qualified Credentials in order. In compliance with Article XIII, heard from each of the aforemen­ error, that the committee thought, Eugene Ray, R-321 Qualified Credentials In order. Section 2, Paragraph (b) of our tioned brothers either by telegram that could have been made"by any Albert Richoux, Jr., R-26i Qualified Credentials in order. constitution and in an attempt to or in person. Based on the infor­ of us seamen. The bank forwarded Charles (Whitey) Tanaehill, T-5 Qualified Credentials in order. give every nominee every consid­ mation that was furnished by these the credentials to our SecretaryHerman Troxclair, T-4 Qualified Credentials in order. eration gnd to try to prevent any brothers, It was then possible for Treasurer, A1 Kerr, who received Steven (Steve) Zubovich, Z-13 Qualified Credentials in order. disqualifications, Peter Gonzales, this committee to qualify them. them on August 11th, 1960. There­ HOUSTON AGENT G-132 of this committee, the ere- At thift time, they, were sent an­ fore, your committee has qualified Robert A. Matthews, M-1 Qualified Credentials in order. d^tials committee, remained at other telegram by the committee, brother Smith as previously men­ HOUSTON JOINT PATROLMAN the entrance of the headquarters informing them that they had been tioned in this report. Theodore (Ted) Babkowski, B-1 Qualified Credentials in order. building of the Union until mid­ qualified. Telegrams were sent to each ; Charles Kimball, K-2 Qualified : Credential in order. night ofiAugust 15th, 1960, to re­ Your Committee received cre­ man who was disqualified by the Oscar N. Raynor, R-520 Qualified Credentials in order.- ceive any credentials that might dentials from Brothers James C. committee, telling him of s idisJames Tucker, T-22 Qualified Credentials in order. have beer^ delivered'eitlie/ hy mpij fiirrietteVB-lffCand Stephano Di qualificatioih as wlli^as a DETROIT AGENT or; by hand after^ tSe closing of Girblomd, D-7g. who had failed to letter , being sent to each hian so Martin (Marty) Breithoff, B-2 Qualified ^Credentials W order. business ihours by the Union. list what port they were submit­ disqualified, all In compliance with NO DESIGNATION At this time, liowever, your com­ ting for, and in Brother Barnette's our constitution. In addition, each Kenneth Collins, C-794 Disqualified Did not submit prop­ mittee would like to point out that case; in addition, he had failed to man disqualified received a copy of er seatime as required by the on the advice of the Union's gen­ give the job for v.hich he wished our constitution, so that t^e -dis­ Constitution and failed to desig­ eral counsel, the credentials of the to submit. Your committee con­ qualified nominee would-' have nate for which port he was run­ following men were processed tacted these men by telegram tell­ available the procedure to be used ning. Failed to submit-proof of even though they were not received ing them of this c'.eficiency in the in appeal frpm the decision'of the £ citizenship and did not send In a in headquarters until the morning submitting of their credentials. credentials committee. The membership can readily see The committee later received by certificate. of August 16th, 1960. telegram, the information t>s to from the foregoing report, that As will be noted in the foregoing candidate to appeal from a deci­ Robert C, Meloy, M-1056 what port and jobs these brothers your committee ha.3 made every . Kenneth Collins, C-794 sections of the committee's report, sion of the credentials committee wished to submit for, and \ve have effort possible within the confines James M. Foster, F-248 the provisions of the SIU Constitu­ and how he does it. carried them in this report as they of our constitution to qualify every Carl (Red) Gibbs, G-60 Your committee wishes to bring designated by telegram that they nominee. tion governing election procedure to the attention of the member­ The envelopes of each* of the wanted to be carried., All credentials were turned over made it mandatory that several of ship, the fact that the Union .con­ above were stamped August 15th, Your committee also had two to the committee in good order at the men who had been nominated stitution In Article XII, Section 1960, by the branch of the post- letters of nomination submitted ):00 AM, Tuesday, August:'9th, be disqualified. The Committee is 1 (b) requires that a nominee have office from which the Union- rer that •"^were undated. Robert -U. 1960, or have been received by mail bound by the constitution and had at least four (4) months seatime, ceives its mail. It was the opinion Meloy, M-1056, failed to date his since that date. All credentials to decide on the basis of the con- between January 1st and the time of the Union's lawyers as well as letter of nomination. However, have been examined in strict ac­ -stitution. It has no other choice. of nomination. During the course of this committee, that it would be since the registered stamp put on cordance. with the constitution. The Committee feels that the cases of examining the various creden­ unfair to penalize the aforemen­ the outside of his envelope by the Any defect in the credentials dis­ of disqualification cited above are tials of those members who had tioned men by disqualifying them, Oakland, California Post Office posed of by the committee has been especially regrettable because of submitted for office, it v/as found for a failure of the postoffice de­ was August 13th, it was stamped the sole responsibility of the the fact that the Union, this year, that some of our brothers had partment of the United States Gov­ by the Brooklyn, New York Post sender and no person adversely as in every election year, went to failed to submit sufficient seatime ernment to deliver their creden­ Office on August 15th, and received, affected by such defect has denied such lengths to set forth the pro­ in the current year to meet the re­ tials prior to the deadline. Of the by your committee before nine this to the committee. cedures and requirements to be quirements of the constitution. four men aforementioned, one, (9:00) A.M. on the morning of It is your committee's final rec­ followed by those seeking a place However, in sending in their letter Kenneth Collins, was disqualified August 16th, 1960, This brother's ommendation that the membership on the ballot. of acceptance of their nomination, for reasons given prior in this re­ credentials were qualified on this of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In light of these circumstances, they had made mention of the fact port. The other three men,'James point of .the qualifications for Inland Waters District of the Sea­ farers International Union of North the committee wishes to call to that they were presently employed M. Foster, Carl (Red) Gibbs and office. J. P. Morris, M-639, also failed America make every possible ef­ the attention of all members, the aboard ship and due to the voyage Robert C. Meloy, were qualified. necessity of, following all require­ not being completed, they were The committee would like to to date his letter of nomination. fort to vote In this general election, ments and procedures, which are unable to secure a discharge cover­ point out to the membership, that Howqver, since the registered as every good Union man should. This committee having com­ established by our Constitution to ing the time. In each of these in­ although the President clearly stamp put on the outside. of his govern eligibility to candidacy to stances, your committee verified specified in his Pre-Balloting- Re­ envelope by the Tripoli, Libya Post pleted its duties, hereby adjourned Union office. such employment with the steam­ port the exact offices for which Office was August 2ndf 1960, it at 4:15 PM, on August 22ita, 1960, The committee particularly de­ ship company operating the par­ nominations weje to be made, was stamped by the Brooklyn, New in the headquarters offices of the sires to point out the provisions of ticular vessel. The men and the some credentials were received for York Post Office- on August 7th, Seafarers International Union of Article XIII, Section 2 (c) of the vessels they are on, that had this offices other than those carried in 1960 and received by the Secre­ North America, Atlantic, Gulf, constitution, wherein is spelled out type of seatime verified are as fol­ the Pre-Balloting Report. The fol­ tary-Treasurer, A1 Kerr, on August Lakes and Inland Waters District, lowing are the names of the nomi­ 8th, 1960, this brother's credentials 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn 32, in detail the right of a disqualified lows: nees so involved as well as the job were qualified on this point of the New York. SHIP MAN'S NAME TIME EMPLOYED titles for vilhlch they actually sub­ qualifications for office. However, Date: August 22nd, 1960 Charles Palmer. P-13 Daniel (Dan) Butts, B-628 SS steel Voyager 7/21/60 to 8/11/60 mitted: he was later disqualified by your SS, Elizabeth Chairman Stephen Carr, C-70 12/10/59 to 8/11/60 Robert J. Burns, B-187, Patrolman. cpmniittee for the reason given Ignatius McConnick, M-1195 SS Seatrain Ga. 12/11/59 to 8/10/60 Stephano Di Cirolomo, D-76, En­ previously in this report. John Cole, C-8 Peter Goniales, G-132 Your committee had two (2) SS Seatrain Ga. Leo Cronsohn, C-801 4/19/60 to 8/11/60 gine Patrolman. Samuel Cluiman, C-511 Stephano Di Girolomo, D-76 SS Elizabeth 5/ 8/57 to 8/11/60 Harry D. Fitzgerald, r-271, .Stew­ nominees that failed to submit the Lawrence P. Hogau, H-SI, ' certificate that Is called lor In A, W. (Andy) Gowder, G-352 SS Texmar ards Department Patrolman. 4/22/60 to 7/20/60 Edison C. Shaffer, S-530 SS Alcoa Roamer 4/ 8/59 to 8/15/60 Paul Oonsorchlk, G-2, Patrolman. Article XIII, Section 1, Paragraph Homer Starling,. S-141 Credentials Committee Report I fee IP- September, |960 �BtwUaAtf, 19M SEAFARERS LOG Breakfast Is Served PINAWCIAI. HEPOBTS. The coBStltutlon ot the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes ami In­ land Waters District Bakes specific provision for safeeuardlng the nenbershlp'e Boney and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed CPA audit every three months by a rank and file auditing conmlttee elected by the BCBbershlp. All Union records are avallabl* at SIU headquarters In Brooklyn, Shoulfl any BSBber, for any reason, be refused his constitutional right tq In­ spect these records, notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mall, return receipt, requested. li TRUST FUHD6. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are adBinlstered In accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreeBents specify that the trustees In charge of these funds shall consist equally of union and nanagement represent­ atives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only.upon approval by a majority of the trtistees. All tnst fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. If, at any time, you are denied Infoxnatlon about any SIU trust fund, notify SIU President Paul Hall at SIU headquarters by certified mall, return receipt requested. M-: • ±L '. I. , I. SHIPPIHG RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected by the con­ tracts of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and ^hland Waters District, and by Union shipping rules, which are Incorporated In the contract. Get to know your shipping rights. If you feel there has been any violation of your ship­ ping or seniority rights, first notify the Seafarers Appeals Board. Also notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters, by certified mall, return re'celpt requeated. • 1 CGIfTRACTS. Copies of all SIU'contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ^shlp. Know your contract rlghte, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OTyOn the proper sheets and in thm proper manner.* If, at any tine, any SIU pattalBan or other union official," in your opinion, fails to protect your "contract rights properly, contact the nearest SlU'port agent. In addition, notify SIU president Paul Hall by certified mail, return receipt requested. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The IXXS has traditionally refrained from publishing, any article serving the political purposes of any Individual In the Union, officer -or member.' It has also refrali^ from publishing articles deem­ ed harmful to the Union or Its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy la 'vested^ la an edi­ torial board which consists of the Sxecntlve "Board of the union. The Kxecutlve Board may delegate, from among Its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMaff flr MOWIKS. Ko monies are to bo paid to anyone In any official capacity In the SIU ualees an official Union receipt Is given for same. Utader no cir­ cumstance should any member pay any money for any reason unless he Is given SiKh ;^celpt. If in the event anycnte attempts to require any such payment be ^made wltho^ supplying a receipt, or If a member Is required to make a, payment and ^ given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been re­ quired to make such payment, this should Immedlitely be called to the attention of SIU President Paul Hall by certified mall, return receipt requested, "f 'I II j||l I JUi! COHSTrrUTlOHAL BIOTTS AMD mLlOATIOHS. The SIU publishes every six months la the SBAFARBRS LOQ a verbatim copy of 'Ita constitution; In addition, copies are available la all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to famlllarlzo themsolves with Its contents. Any time yom feel any member or officer Is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should Immediately, notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mail, return receipt requested. r> E» Seafarer Viins Study Award Denise Forster 3V2-year o!d daughter of Seafarer and Mrs. Keith Forster of New Jersey, gets set, with the help of her father, to try some of the food at tfie SfU cafeteria during' o recent visit to headquarters. Forster is on the Sondcaptoin. , Joe Powers Leonieo Okol BunUtai " - Contact your wife at the Bru Get in touch with Hilda Revesi, Cubas 67, Santos, Brazil. 33-32 110th St., Corona 63, N.Y. t '4^ i 4 - J. tw^y !tb 4 4 E. Main, Easley, SC, regarding some important papers she has for you. 4 4 4^ 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4, 4 4 4 4 Charles H. Bosh Contact your wife at 2649 19th Street, San Francisco, Calif. Paul Magro Get in touch with your brotherin-law, 87 Cambridge St., Burling­ ton, Mass. Henry E. Hicks Contact your wife at 1515 Park Ave., Baltimore, Md. Earl J. Fuller, Jr. Urgent that you contact your mother, Mrs., Earl J. Fuller, Sr., Rt. 2, Berryville, Va. - • -1 .-•aJ 4 Maternity bonds are -being held In New York headquarters for the children of the following Sea­ farers: James C. Thompson, T-380; Antone S. Granger, PR 14466; James R. Armstrong, A-69, and Jiminez WiUiam, J-33. 4* 4* 4* Nick Tatar ITHACA, NY—^A Seafarer is'one of eight union members who have been awarded schol­ Important you contact Joseph arships for a two-year program of study at Cornell University designed to train them for Malazensky at DR 6-7635 in MiUcareers in the international labor field. ^ hum, NJ. Edwin P. -Wilson, of Falls-* sea in 1950. His ambition is for a 4 4 4 Church, Va., began studies at April of this year. Before that he career in the International TransGeorge H. Rowland the New York State School was a personnel officer for the Air portworkers Federation or in. the Please write your sister at 506 International Confederation of of Industrial and Labor Relations Force. at Cornell this month. From 1947 to 1950, "Wilson was Free Trade Unions. The eight union men will receive Wilson has been a member of a member of the Sailors Union of the Inland Boatsmen's Union since the Pacific and last sailed deep $300 per month during their twoyear training period. They will study at Cornell for two semesters and then serve a one-year intern­ ship with a union or governmental agency directly concerned with in­ ternational labor matters. Other recipients of the labor scholarships include: James A. Blyer of EI Cerrito, Calif., a former officer of Local 1-561, Oil . Chemical and Atomic Workers International Union, AFLClO. Thomas "V. Miller of Pittsford, N. Y., a member of Local 616, American Federation of Teachers. John J. Muth of St. Louis, Mo.,° a member of Local 655, Retail Clei'ks International Assoi^iation. Ronald H; Smith of Lincoln, Neb., president of Local 7470,. Coramunic^tions Workers of America, AFL-CIO. 4 Ecrl Ray Walter C. Zajanc Get in touch with your mother, Contact your mother. Didn't hear Mrs. Alma Ray, Route 1, Box 20, from you for six months. Every­ Fairfax, Ala. thing okay at home. Don't wori-y. i 1* 4 Mrs. Mary Zajanc, 147 John St., Gccrge Williams Staten Island 2. N.Y. Get in touch with Paul F: Burke, 4 4 4 Erie County Dep't of Social Wel­ Henry Croke fare; 210 Pearl Street Building, Contact Mrs. C. Nowlan, 301 Buffalo 2, Nl^ eoneeming Geneice Slst St., Brooklyn 9, NY. Dillworth. ' 4 4 4 * Si t Charles Robert Gllfcert Charles E. Taylor Contact your family. Your father is critically ill. Con­ 4 4 4 tact your family immediately at Michael Armscdo Route 1, Concord, North Carolina, .Contact Jerry R. Signorelli, 11 Telephone STate 2-2434. Elton St., Brooklyn 8, NY. 4 i S. John H. Mnrray 4 4 4 Important you contact your son, Henry E. Hicks e/o Gerner, same address as pre­ Contact Mrs. H. E. 1'515 Park viously. A\e., Baltimore 17, Md. Ex SS-Feltore .Gear is being held for the fol­ lowing men at Sparrows' Point: Paul Essraan, John J. Kehoe, Donaid Eyestone. SIU HALL DIRECTORY SiU Atlantic, . Gulf Lakes & Inland Waters District PRESIDENT Paul Hall EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT ' Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Claude Simmons Lindsey Williams Earl Sheppard A1 Tanner SECRETARY-TREASURER A1 Kerr HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVES BUI HaU Ed Mooney HYacinth 9-6600 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Rex Dickey. Agent EAstern 7-4900 BOSTON 276 State St. John • Arabascz, Agent Richmond 2-0140 HEADQUARTERS . 675 4th Ave., Bklyn. HOUSTON 4202 Canal St. R. Matthews. Agent CApital 3-4089: 3-40aC M1.AM1 ...744 W. Flagler St. Ben Gonzales. Agent FRanklin 7-3564 MOBILE 1 South Lawrence St. Louis Neira. Agent HEmlock 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS 523 BienvUle St. Buck Stephens. Agent Tulane 8626 NEW YORK 675 4th Ave.. Brooklyn HYacinth 9-6600 416 CoUey Ave. NORFOLK Paul Gcnsorchik. Agent MAdison 7-1083 PHILADELPHIA . 2604 S. 4th St. S. CarduUo, Agent DEwey 6-3818 SAN FRANCISCO ... 450 Harrison St. Walter Sibley. Agent Douglas 2-4401 SANTURCE. PR 1313 Firnandex Juncos. Stop 20 Keith Terpe. Hq. Rep. Phone 2-5996 JACKSONVILLE 920 Main St.. Room 20O WUUam Morris. Agent ILgin 3-0987 SEA-fTLE , 3505 1st Ave. ,.p,, . ......vj^ 4—nt . r'.,ln 3-4334 WILMINGTON. CalU ... .505 Marine Ave. Rbe'd Humphries. Agent. I 1 �\v: Vol. XXII No. 17. It SEAFARERS^LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION i « ATLANTIC. GULF. LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT 1 > H men from Philadelphia, some 500 Seafarers stepped smartly up New York's Fifth Avenue in the second annual Labor Day parade. Pictured here are a few of the marchers who participated along ^with contingents from other New York unions. Over a million watched the spectacle. •r" b V - sgggsasKi^,- ==r=^ _• Sopfombor 1960 • APL > CIQ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1960 Description An account of the resource Headlines: 74 QUALIFY FOR SIU BALLOTING SIU ROUTS HOFFA IN TWO ELECTIONS WINS 19-SHIP FLEET, SIU-277, IBT-171; TUNA CANNERY VOTES SIU-255, IBT-8 MEANY OVERRULES SIU ON SCOW ISSUE NMU ATTACKING SIU SHIP PACT AT LABOR BOARD SENATE GROUP CONDEMNS ANTI-SHIP ICC PRACRICES CLOSE DOWN KINGS POINT, MMP ASKS GOVERNMENT PUTS LARGEST LIBERTY TONNAGE ON SALE NMU FILES LABOR BOARD CHARGE AGAINST SIU-CONTRACTED OPERATOR RR’S TURN DEAF EAR TO PACT TALKS; IBU ISSUES STRIKE CALL LAKES TUGS, DREDGES WORKING ‘ROUND CLOCK ON DETROIT RIVER JOB BUCKEYE, PIONEER, STEINBRENNER PREPPING FOR WORK RULE PARLEY GREAT LAKES ELECTION ENDS; FARNEN REELECTED SECRETARY-TREASURER ALL-NEW CLINIC MAPPED FOR BALTIMORE SIU HALL SIU BENEFIR BABIES TOP 4,000; MANY IN SCHOOL ORDER KOHLER TO REHIRE 1,700 IN 6-YEAR STRIKE ALASKAN FISHERMWN ENJOY BEST SALMON CATCH SINCE 1948 NYC BLUE CROSS GIVEN ANOTHER BIG RATE BOOST REDS ENTICE BRITISH CO’S TO HAUL OIL SUP CONSTITUTION TO BE REMODELED; 1ST CHANGES READ NEW PRES. ROOSEVELT TO SAIL NEXT SUMMER ALASKA’S GROWTH MAY PROVIDE NEW JOBS FOR SEAMEN MTD SUPPORTING BOYCOTT OF SEARS MMP VOTE ON, TO END IN OCTOBER WELFARE BENEFITS CLIMB TO OVER $200,000 MARK Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/1960 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXII, No. 17  1960 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9186c07d83778ee3700f59fe59d015b0.PDF 459873cb14ae9fa1556fad8b10dc078c PDF Text Text SEAFARERS#LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARER# INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIO, OULF, LAKI# AND INLAND WATER# DI#TRICT • AFL-CIO Hodges Gets Program WOUU) «D SIIPS.JOIIS Story On Page 3 Giant SlU-contracted supertanker, the Titan, KQCOFu^KfCOKBr• smashed all cargo records to bits in the Port of New Orleans when it took on a 47,040-ton load of wheat for shipment to Turkey. The load was equivalent to 1,569,000 bushels, almost three times the average. It took 896 railroad boxcars to haul the grain to dockside. T-H Injunction Expires; Alcoa , • Signs Contract Story On Page 3 SIU SeeksBackPay For Yarmouth Men Story On Page 3 YOUR DUTIES AS AN SIU DELEGATE See Page 24 I# jf P-hoto on Alcoa Polaris was set up to show how E/fl ru%¥» voting was conducted by National Labor Rela­ tions Board on Alcoa ships as result of Taft-Hartleiy injunction. Seafarers were voting on company's pact offer. Pictured here are (seated, 1. to r.) P. J. Frango, ship's delegate and SIU observer; Joe Lawrence, Alcoa observer. Standing, rear, is NLRB examiner L. A. Schneider while steward W. Young is the voter (Story on page 2). MEET YOUR DELEGATE See Page 7 �Tage Tm SEAWABERS IOC fcpleabgf, Mfl Crews Back Union Alcoa Signs Pact As Injunction Ends On the eve of the expiration of an 80-day Taft-Hartley Injunction, the Alcoa Steamship company reached agreement with the SIU on outstanding contract issues. The agreement on September 21 iaverted provide tor eontinoed diseuastrike against the company's also sions on the issue of fflrcign-lfag 13 veMeJs a scant' few hours ships. The agreement leaves the INDEX To Departmeffits The SIU Inland Boatman Th« SIU Industrial Worker —rage J SIU Social Secwify DMI SIU Safety Dopenlwem If —Pace 14 •111 DA-J1 The PoeMk Cooit Sesrforer —Pace If Tfc« Gfcol Lakes Seoforar •>-WW Hmmn« weparnneiif ^ —Pace 17 SIU Feed. SMp SonifaHon Dep't ^ —Pace M —Pace f E«&tssial Cerfeon —Pace 11 Tke Rsherman Cannery Worker e before the expiration of the Union free to strike at any time If "cooling off" period set as a result full agreement is not reached on A&O Deep Sea Skipping —Pace S of a Federal court Injunction on the Union's right to board Alcoa's Report —Pace f July 3. foreign-flag bauxite carriers for or­ The Canadian Se«rfiorer Sh^tboord News The injunction, sought under the ganizing purposes. —Pace t —Paces If, tf, 21, 22 national emergency provisions of Vote On Fact the Taft-Hartley Act, had put a Just before the agreement was stop to the maritime strike which reached, the National Labor Rela­ began June 15. Alcoa was the tions Board announced that Alcoa Reassert 'Effective Control' only major SlU-contracted opera­ crews on 12 of the company's 13 tor which was unsigned when the American-fiag ships had voted 315 Injunction was issued. to 31 to support the Union's po­ In its contract with the SIU, the sition. The 13th ship's votes had company agreed to the four per­ not yet arrived, but obviously could cent across - the - board increase not affect the outcome of the bal­ which is being applied to welfare, loting. The overwhelming support pension and vacation benefit im­ of Seafarers for the Union was reg­ provements. The monetary provi­ istered under a secret ballot vote WASHINGTON—Alarmed at the SIU's cucess in making sions are retroactive to last June on the company's "last offer", a inroads on the runaway-flag issue, the j^werful oil and metals 15 when the SIU terminated the procedure which was required un­ der the terms of the Taft-Hartley interests who have the biggest stake in runaway operations existing contract. Alcoa has also agreed to partici­ injunction which halted the strike. are again putting the pressure'^ Aside from Alcoa, the entire on to block the Union's gains. nized as one of the most powerful pate in the recently-formed joint union-shipowner committee which East Coast shipping industry-has Once again, major Govern­ and Influential men In Congress. Deputy Secretary of Defense been all signed up by the various Is to "formulate and take all nec­ ment agencies, the State and De­ On the West fense Departments, are taking the Roswell Gilpatrie, in a letter to essary steps to effectuate a pro­ unions involved. gram and establish policies for the Coast, where contracts expire Sep­ lead in trying to halt the SlU'f Vinson, echoed the runaway ship development and growth of the tember 30, talks are continuing drive. The runaways are clearly operators' line that unless the American Merchant Marine." This between SIU Pacific District un­ hoping for Congressional legisla­ unions are called off, they will committee, which was first pro­ ions and the Pacific American tion which would rewrite the Labor transfer their ships to "uncon­ posed by the National Committee Steamship Association, represent­ Relations Act so as to bar US trolled" registries, that Is, regis­ for Maritime Bargaining, has now ing the major West Coast oper­ seamen's unions from representing tries of Western European nations. Liberia Cheaper won the assent of all segments of ators. crews of runaway-flag ships. Sign By June 15 the US maritime industry. The first shot in the antl-SIU The runaways have been threat­ The SIU had signed most of Its offensive was fired by the Defense ening to do so for some time, but Terms of the one-year contract contracted operators before the Department at the-behest of Rep. have held back for the obvious June 15 strike deadline, but ship­ Carl Vinson (fiem.-Georgia) chair­ reason that it Is far more economi­ ping was tied up for 18 day$ by man of the House Armed Services cal to operate under Liberian strikes cf other unions Involved. Sept., 1961 Vol. XXin, No. 9 The strikes were brought to a Committee and universally recog- registry than any other. The Defense Department, Gil­ close by the issuance of an 80-day patrie said, feels that "it is Im­ Taft-Hartley injunction on 'July 3. perative that US effective control The contracts signed by the SIU of Flags of convenience (runaway with Its operators Include the PAUL HALL. President flag) shipping be retained." The Secretary of State and the Labor HERBERT BRAND, Editor, BERNARD SEA­ foreign-flag clause giving SIU or­ MAN, Art Editor, HOIMAN ARTHUR, ganizers access to foreign-flag Department have been so in­ AL MASKIN, CHARLES BEAUMET, ALBERT ships, the provision for a Joint formed, he said. AMATEAU, ARTHUR MAHKOWIXZ, STEVE committee on merchant marine The SIU and other unions in the LICHTENBTEIN. Staff Writers. problems and a four percent gain Maritime Trades Department have Published monthly at the headquarferi to be applied to improved welfare, challenged the contention that the of the Seafarers International Union, At­ pension and vacation benefits. lantic, Oulf, Lakes end Inland Waters Container and trailer shipping US can effectively control the op­ District, AFL-CIO, «75 Fourth Avenue, (The new benefits, which go into Brooklyn 32, NY. Tel. HYaclnth 9-i6ao. received a close going over in erations of runaway ships. They Second class postage paid at the Post effect on October 1, are described Business Week," September 16. have cited the fact that AmericanOffice In BrookWn, NY. under the Act fat detail on page 14.) owned runaways have chartered •f Aug. 14. 1913. Many of the problems facing vessels to carry Soviet oil to Cuba The SIU agreement runs for one 13« year, as Is the customary practice operators who are switching to and have also pointed out that the containerships were brought out crews of such ships are unscreened |in SIU contracts. and spotlighted. The initial capital and owe no loyalty to the United outlay for the new equipment rep­ States. resents quite a hunk of any com­ Vinson In Accord pany's revenue, and at this early Rep. Vinson replied that he was stage of the container game, equip­ in full accord with the Defense ment becomes obsolete almost Department position and urged its overnight. adoption at the "highest levels of Another stumbling block crops Government," that is, at the White up when ownership of the contain­ House. Both Vinson and Gilpatrie ers is mentioned. Do truckers, ship operators, or railrbads lay out the agreed, in the latter's words, that necessary cash for the expensive "the amount of active US-flag ship­ ping now available is inadequate new "packages?" for almost any situation of war or Sizes A Problem emergency. . . ." The biggest hitch in the conver­ He admitted that "This depend­ sion to container carriers is stand­ ence on 'effective control' ... is ardization of the containers them­ an expedient. It would be much selves. more deslrabie to have adequate "Business Week" points out that US flag tonnage available." the only answer is cooperation The MTD and the member among operators in the field. This unions of the National Committee would mean a relaxation of the for Maritime Bargaining, have cutthroat competition that present­ drafted programs which. If ly exists between American ship­ adopted, would make the needed ping,, interests and railroads. The vessels available under the Ameri­ magazine states: "The very nature can flag. The programs include of the container concept — stand­ such items as assistance to domes­ ardization —is almost certain to tic shipping and non-sub.sidized Open items In contract between Alcoa and the SIU are dis­ force carriers to ease their bitter operators, as well as Import quotas cussed at crew meeting aboard the Alcoa Polaris by Claude competitive battles, and begin co­ on oil and metals which would re­ Simmons (seated, center rear) vice-president in charge of operating by quoting Joint rates sult In bringing needed tonnagb back to the American flag. and offering through routing." confrscts and contract enforcement. State, Defense Dep'ts Echo Runaway Pitch Meany Calls MTD Only OfticialBody WASHINGTON—AFL-CIO Pres­ ident George Meany has formally notified the Maritime Trades De­ partment AFL-CIO that the selfstyled "AFL-CIO Maritime Com­ mittee" has no official status with­ in the AFL-CIO. In answer to a query from MTD Secretary-Treasurer Peter McGavin, Meany wrote: ''You ask as to whether this group is an official constitutional committee of the AFL-CIO. The answer is no. It is not an official constitutional committee." Meany's answer establishes with­ out question that the MTD is the only official AFL-CIO department which is qualified to speak for AFL-CIO maritime unions. Unofficial Committee McGavin called this to the atten­ tion of President Meany because of the confusion created in Wash­ ington by the label "AFL-CIO Maritime Committee" as giving It official AFL-CIO status. The unofficial "AFL-CIO Marltime Committee" was set up by the National Maritime Union to­ gether with the American Radio Association, after the NMU pulled out from the MTD on April 21, 1961. As a result of President Meany's mling, the MTD has communicated with Secretary of Commerce Lu­ ther Hodges and other interested parties informing them that the MTD Is the only group qualified to repreiyent AFL-CIO marine on­ ions. SEAFARERS LOG Need Standard Container For Ship Progress Automation Benefit In Meat Pact CHICAGO—A new abbreviation —TAP—signals the latest type of protection for workers against the inroads of automation. TAP stands for "technological adjustment pay," a fringe benefit designed to cushion layoffs caused by plant or department closing and other Job dislocations caused by automation. The pioneering contract to pro­ vide TAP protection was signed by the Packinghouse Workers Union and Meat Cutters Union and Armour & Co. It works this way; • Three months notice of clos­ ing of a plant or department is given to workers who are guaran­ teed full pay during the notice period. • Affected employees may ap­ ply for transfer. Those with five years of service 'are eligible for TAP. O It no transfer Is av-ailable, TAP will provide $65 a week, less unemployment insurance benefits and other wages earned by the un­ employed worker, for 26 to 39 weeks, depending on length of service. Employees continue to receive hospital, medical and sur­ gical coverage while on TAP. • In lieu of TAP, workers can receive severance pay. Employees 55 or older can retire on a pen­ sion equal to 1.5 times their nor­ mal rate Instead of severance. At 62, the rate drops to the nonwal retirement level., �•eptenber, INl SEAFARERS Bridges Frets Over US Civil Defense, Silent On Red A-Tests SAN FRANCISCO—Having been caught off base by the Soviet Union's resumption of atom bomb tests, "The Dispatcher," official organ of the International Longshoremen'a and Warehousemen's Union is now attacking tha United States on another front—civil defense. A lengthy editorial in the latest issue of Harry Bridges' news­ paper ridicules plans to defend the civilian population on tha West Coast through use of shelters, evacuation and storage of essential supplies to protect them from radioactive fallout. While there has been-valid criticism of Civil Defense Planning from other sources, the "Dispatcher's" concern that the US might be able to devise a system to survive a Soviet atomic attack was not matched elsewhere in the paper by any concern over the Russian resumption of A-tests. However, in July, the Pacific-Asian dockworkers conference, a Communist-front organization organized by Bridges, denounced atomic testing and called for nuclear disarmament. While they were doing so, the Russians were making their preparations for the series of atomic tests they have been conducting. Accordihg to the Russian propaganda, their new bomb is so powerful that it will destroy everything, even sheltered personnel. Consequently, "The Dispatcher" attack on civil defense prepa­ ration happens to coincide with Russian propaganda that there's no use in trying to construct any defense against a Russian atom bomb. The first "All Pacific and Asia Dockworkers Trade Union Con­ ference" was held in Tokyo in April, 1959, and was attended by a delegation from the Soviet Union, plus representatives of Com­ munist-dominated unions In Australia, Cambodia, Canada and Japan. It was boycotted by the' All Japan Seamen's Union and the Japan Trade Union Congress. That conference also called for "abolition" of atomic testing, as well as demanding the abolition of US military bases In Japan, a step which would leave the Japanese defenseless in the face of Red Chinese and Russian armed might. , Fare Tlu«* LOG MTD Offers Broad Plan To Revive US Shipping, Aid Jobs WASHINGTON—A comprehensive program to revive the American mer­ chant marine has been submitted to Secretary of Commerce Luther Hodges by the AFLrCIO Maritime Trades Department. The recommendations call for specific steps which would revive ' of the shipping industry for their from one major shipowner group, domestic shipping, beef up opinions on the nation's transpor­ the Pacific American Steamship tation policy. After weighing the Association. The West Coast opera­ the American-flag tanker opinions, the Secretary is expected tors backed the MTD call for aid and bulk-carrying fleet and to make his own recommendations to domestic shipping insofar as railroad rate cutting is concerned. to the President by November 1. strengthen the liner trade They also xnrged that non-subsU In • recent letter. Secretary dized both in the domes> operators across-the-board. Hodges declared that these tic andoperators, foreign trades, be given in­ If adopted in part or in whole, the recommendations would greatly-strengthen the Amer­ ican-flag industry and expand Job opportunities for seamen accord­ ingly. Tha program was submitted In response to a request by Secretary Hodges who has asked all segments SlU Seeks Back Pay, Reinstatement For Fired Yarmouth Crewmembers recommendations would be specific ones dealing with specific maritime needs. He ruled out further, postpone­ ment of the issue, declaring that the industry had already been studied exhaustively and the time had arrived for im­ plementation of various pro­ posals in the field of transpor­ tation. The following are the major rec­ ommendations submitted by MTD Secretary Treasurer Peter McGavin in August 28: SUBSIDIES Make construction subsidies available to all merchant ships. Make operating subsidies avail­ able to all ships in competition with foreign shipping. WASHINGTON—Following up its decisive win on the Union's right to organize the crew of the Panamanian-flag SS Yarmouth, the SIU has filed unfair labor practice charges DOMESTIC SHIPPING against the owner for firing the vessel's pro-union crew. Set up an office in the Mari­ time Administration to develop Last August 11, the NLRB concerning State-De­ Yarmouth had never been In on page and implement plans for revival ruled that the SIU had the tha Panamanian waters and did not fense Department activities). of domestic shipping. right to organize and repre­ participate In any Panamanian At the time the SIU organized Require that the Interstate sent Xarmouth crewmembers even though it is a foreign flag and for­ eign-owned vessel. The Board based its ruling on the fact that the ship operates In American trade out of an. American port in an essentially United States busi­ ness. The SIU's charges concern the firing of virtually the entire crew of the Yarmouth in September, 1958. A total of 136 crewmembers were bounced after they walked oif the ship in Washington, DC, and began picketing the vessel in their demand for union represen­ tation. Should the unfair labor charges be upheld, the crewmembers in­ volved would be entitled to back pay all the way back to September, 1958, less any earnings they may h£tve had in the interim. The present crew aboard the vessel consists almost entirely of replacements who were hired to scab the ship out from behind the SIU picketline. The NLRB bas postponed the election it was to have held among the present crew until the charges are considered. The original crewmembers came from various Caribbean countries Including Cuba, Jamaica, Trinidad, Honduras, Nicaragua and Veneruela. The SIU Is now endeavor­ ing to locate former crewmembers so that the unfair labor charges can be processed in their behalf. Any readers of the LOG who happen to know the whereabouts of the crewmembers are urged to contact the SIU legal department •t headquarters Immediately. In another Yarmouth develop­ ment, the Government of Panama protested to the US State Depart­ ment against the NLRB decision, claiming it is an "Infringement" On Panamanian sovereignty. The NLRB noted in Its decision that commerce. The Panamanian protest was seen as being inspired by those elements in the State Department who are hostile to SIU activities on runaway-dag ships. (See story the Yarmouth, crewmembers were receiving between $45 and $90 a month. The ship operated on the then-popular Miami-Havana run. It now runs to various West In­ dies ports out of Miami. Puerto Rico Dock Unions In Merger NEW YORK—Completion of merger arrangements among longshoremen on the island of Puerto Rico has been an­ nounced by Thomas W. Gleason, vice-president of the Inter­ national Longshoremen's As­ sociation. As a result, Puerto The amalgamation will clear the Rico longshoremen will go way for the establishment of one into forthcoming contract nego­ tiations with a single negotiating team. Among pending issues is the question of royalty charges for handling container cargo when Bull-Line institutes its full-fledged container operation next year. All longshoremen in Puerto Rico have been in the AFL-CIO for the last two years, but two distinct groups existed. One was the Union Trabajadores Muelles, which formerly had a charter from the International Brotherhood of Longshoremen. The other group on the island had maintained ILA adiiiation as the International Longshoremen's Association of Puerto Rico, during the years the ILA was outside the Federation. The UTM had represented the majority of the island's dock workers, some 6,500, after win­ ning a National Labor Relations Board collective bargaining elec­ tion in 1954. Under the new structure, long­ shoremen in Puerto Rico will be represented by five local unions. standard dock contrct throughout the island with standard wage scales and working conditions, in­ cluding standardization on the container ship issue. There Is Only One SIU Contract Despite the claims of skippers or company port representatives to the contrary, there is one standard SIU agreement which applies to all companies. In the past, some operators have come up with a gimftiick' to duck out on overtime, trans-, portation or other contract ben­ efits. The gimmick consists of showing delegates a so-called "letter from the Union" sup­ posedly giving them special per­ mission to ignore certain clauses in the agreement. These "letters" have no bear­ ing whatsoever on the term.s and conditions under which SIU men sail. If a benefit is pro­ vided in the contract, then that benefit applies across-the-board. Commerce Commission enforce cooperation between railroads and coastal shipping on joint rates Provide construction subsidies for domestic ships. Prohibit subsidized deep sea companies from carrying domes­ tic cargoes in competition with unsubsidized companies. TANKERS AND TRAMPS Prepay cargo charges when the ship is loaded instead of after delivery. Set up uniform policies on charters. Providf for sealed bids for MSTS cargo with business awarded to the lowest respon­ sible bidder. Provide that military vessels are used only when privatelyowned vessels are not available. Provide that 50 percent of all oil imports be carried on Amer­ ican-flag vessels, as well as a stated percentage for import of strategic commodities. direct construction subsidies by allowing them to set up tax-free funds for the purpose of replac­ ing their vessels. MA Reports Lag In US Ship Cargo WASHINGTON—The Maritime Administration reports -that USflag vessels carried only 9.7 per­ cent of the nation's foreign trade during the year 1959. The new figure is the result of a thorough and revised study of shipping sta­ tistics for the year, the last full year for which figures are avail­ able. The MA findings pretty well correlate with previous figures which have been issued on tha subject. It is estimated that cur­ rent US-flag participation in tha nation's foreign trade is at about the same level. One Percent Of Total In some areas, such as northern Europe and the Scandinavian countries, US-flag ships carried as little as one percent of the total foreign trade in dry cargo serv­ ices other than the liner trades. The figures also show the com­ plete domination of the tanker field by runaways, with these ves­ sels carrying 59 percent of tha total US-tanker trade. The run­ aways are under charter, or ar® owned by the major US oil com­ panies. The MTD's recommendations to Secretary of Commerce Hodges deal specifically with the need to provide greater US participation in the country's foreign trade so as to reduce the country's danger­ ous dependence on foreign-flag shipping. RUNAWAYS Eliminate the tax loophole for runaway shipping. MEBA To Vote On Port Agents GREAT LAKES Construction subsidies for Great Lakes shipping. In addition to the above, the MTD also called for Government expansion of maritime research as well as for tax regulations which would encourage ship operators to improve their fleets. As far as re­ pair services are concerned, the MTD recommended that all Amer­ ican-owned ships should be con­ structed, repaired or renovated in American shipyards. Some of the MTD recommenda­ tions receive^ important support NEW YORK—Nominations hav® been opened by District 1 of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Asso­ ciation for the election of branch agents in Houston and Jackson­ ville. The Houston position was left open as a result of the death of William G. Kellogg. At Jackson­ ville, Howard Scott has retired as the agent. Nominations will remain open until October 6. The election will begin on December 1 and end February 28 with all members of District 1 eligible to participat® in the balloting. _ �r«o 9B'AF'JMER9 lOB NMU Tug Division Ordered To Half Raid On Scow Union iBsa IBU Tugs Aid At Ship Fire IBU-contracted tug James McAllister (McAllister) pours water on burning Polish freighter Polanica at Philly dock. Three other McAllister tugs along with equipment from IBUcontracted Independent Towing Co. hooked lines to the ves­ sel and towed it up-river after an explosion was threatened. Ship was carrying cargo of naphaline which, when ignited, burns fiercely. IBU Tug Dredge Unions Win 'Historic' New Pact A new contract guaranteeing IBU Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Union members top notch job security in addition to wage increases, an employer-financed welfare program pat­ terned after that of the SIU> plus other fringe benefits, was sure members Job protection dur­ ratified by the membership ing winter lay-up, time off, vaca­ early last month. The new pact is retroactive to last April, ac­ cording to Gus Wolf and Bob Jones of the Lakes Tug and Dredge Region, who hailed the contract as "historic." The Job security program, a major item in the pact, will as- IBU Meetings BALTIMORE — September 15, 8 P.M.. 1216 E. Baltimore St. (licensed and unlicensed). HOUSTON—September 11. 2:30 P.M., 7 4202 Canal St. MOBILE—September 13, 3:30 P.M. 1 S. Ijjwrence St. NEW ORLEANS—September 12, 6:30 P.M., 630 Jackson Ave. NORFOLK—September 13, 8 P.M., 416 Colley Ave PHILADELPHI.A—September 11, 7 P.M., 2604 S. 4Ui St. (licen.sedl; September 19, 7 P.M., 2604 S. 4th St. i unlicensed). •WILMINGTON, NC—September 20, 8 P.M., Marion Motel, Rt. 17. GREAT LAKES TUG A DREDGE REGION ASHTABUL.'V, O.—September 16, 8 P.M. Ashtabula Hotel. BUFFALO—September 27, 8 P.M., 735 Washington St. CHICAGO—September 21, 2 P.M., 9383 Ewing Ave., South Cliicago. CLEVELAND — September 16, 8 P.M., 15614 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, O. DETROIT-TOLEDO — September 11, 8 P.M.. 10225 V/. Jefferson, River Rouge. DULUTH—September 20, 8 P.M., 312 W. Second St. MILWAUItEE — September 15, 8 P.M. 2722 A. South Shore Drive. SANDUSKY, O.—September 16, 8 P.M.. 118 E. Parish St. SAULT STE. MARIE — September 12, 8 P.M., Labor Temple. RAILWAY MARINE REGION BALTIMORE—September 13, 8 P.M., 1216 E. Baltimore St. JERSEY CITY—September 11, 8 P.M., 89 Montgomery St. NORFOLK — September 14, 8 P.M.. Libor Temple, Newport News. F.UILADELPHIA—September 12, 8 P.M., £604 S. 4tb St. tion, and periods of sickness. Moreover, Job of a man will be protected for two annual fitouts after he leaves a company—pro­ vided the departure is through no fault of the individual. Other features of the highlyimportant Job security provisions in the contract guarantee IBU members the following: • Leaves of absence up to one full season without loss of seniority. • Right to transfer within the company's fleet, • A full 15 days to reclaim a job after fitout. • A full right to reclaim a job as a result of a temporary lay-up during the operating season. • Full right to fill a vacancy on an employer-seniority basis, resulting from permanent lay-up during the operating season. • Guarantee of employer-wide senoritv to protect every worker if only part of a fleet operates. • Guarantee that no worker, re­ gardless of his senority with an­ other company, can bump any man in this employer's fleet. • Guarantee that when a job opens, first preference will then go to the members who have re­ tained senority with that employer. Other benefits included a rate scale for travel pay. When the reporting point is beyond the lim­ its of the customary working port, travel lime will be time—and a half of the straight time rate. WASHINGTON—National Labor Relations Board trial examiner has ordered opeN ators of building materials barges in New York Harbor to recognize the independent Deck Scow Captains union and to stop assisting the NMU'a United Marina Division in its •'raid­ ing tactics" against the scow-*' or raid th« astabllahed collective scow captains and to persuade men. The decision by the ex­ bargaining relationship between them to abandon its rival. Local aminer completely vindicated the position of Deck Scow Captains Local 935, Independent, that it is the only legitimate bargaining agent for the scow captains. By in­ ference, the decision upholds the position of the SIU that it had a right to accept affiliation by the scow captains since they were an independent organization to begin with. The Scow Captains union had affiliated with the SIU in June, 1960, but the charter was subse­ quently withdrawn by the SIU at the request of Gearge Meany, AFL-CIO president. The request followed a charge by the United Marine Division that the SIU had raided the scow captains. On the contrary,'as the examiner found, the scow captains were be­ ing raided by the UMD in an ef­ fort to take away the employment and bargaining rights of the auton>omous. Independent Local 335. In addition to ordering the em­ ployers to recognize Local 335, trial examiner, Sydney Asher, Jr., ordered the UMD to halt its threats against scow captains who refuse to Join the NMU affiliate, and in­ structed the employers to provide back pay for men who were fired illegally for refusing to Join the NMU. The scow captain's beef devel­ oped early in 1960 when Local 335 members denounced the failure of the United Marine Division to as­ sist them in contract difficulties with the employers. The captains were operating under an inferior contract which provided a base wage of less than 50 cents an hour, $10.10 for a 24-hqur day. Upon failure to receive any sat­ isfaction from the UMD, the mem­ bership of the union voted in May to disaffiliate and set up an In­ dependent Local 335. They then instructed the officers to explore the possibilities of affiliating either directly with the NMU or with another union. In June, the membership voted overwhelmingly to affiliate with the SIU. Meanwhile, the UMD had s^t up a new local for the purpose of raiding the scow captain's mem­ bership. The employers, working with the UMD, refused to recog­ nize Local 335 as the representa­ tives of the scowmen and instead, put pressure on the scowmen to join the raiding UMD unit. The NLRB charges were filed as a consequence of this employer action, in addition to which the scowmen conducted a five-day strike against the employers. It was as an aftermath of the strike that Meany requested the SIU to withdraw the charter it had issued, which request was honored by the SIU. In defending the affiliation of Local 335, the SIU told Meany in part: "Furthermore, under no cir­ cumstances can the Deck Scow Captains Local 335 affiliation with the SIU be construed as a raid upon the collective bargaining re­ lationship of an AFL-CIO affiliate because no such relationship ex­ isted between the employers and the UMD-NMU. "On the contrary, the collective bargaining relationship exists be­ tween the employers and Deck Scow Captains Local 335. As a matter of fact, it is the UMD-NMU which by the formation of the new union, is seeking to encroach upon the employers and tha Dack Scow Captains Local 835 . . ." This statement has been substan­ tiated by the trial examiner's find­ ings which said in part: "It is clear . . . that after the disaffiliation . . . UMD engaged in attempts to organize the deck 335, Independent In sum, It adopt­ ed 'raiding* tactics . . The examiner went on to point out that UMD's action In raiding tha scow captains •was proof that it was a different organization and, as such, not entitled to recognition by tha employers. Scow captain pickets are shown during last summer's strike protesting companies' failure to recognize contract. Maritime Roundup A group of Lake Michigan architects has called for a com­ prehensive review of all possible sites for an Indiana deep water port. The Lake Michigan Region Planning Commission of the American Institute of Architects has asked the Corps of Engineers to conduct the study before Fed­ eral funds are expended in con­ struction. A controversy has been raging over where the port will be built. The Indiana Port Commis­ sion has approved a location at Burns Ditch, but mayors of East Chicago, Gary, and Hammond want the port to be near the In­ diana-Illinois state line. t t A computer cqifld control the engine room of nuclear-powered ships at savings of $25,000 a year, mostly at the expense of skilled black gang officers. An electrical engineer revealed that by auto­ mating the engine and boiler rooms of nuclear ships, a 10 per­ cent savings in skilled labor and another 10 percent savings in fuel costs could be achieved. A study was conducted using a computer and a nuclear reactor for pro­ pelling a 44,000-deadweight ton tanker. 4» 4" The world's fastest yacht, the 102-foot Mercury, has been built for Stavros Niarchos, operator of one of the largest runaway-ship fleets in the world. The yacht, capable of 54 knots, was built along the lines of a British Navy patrol boat. The Mercury puts Niarchos in an indirect "conspicu­ ous consumption" rivalry with his relative (by marriage), Aristotle Onassis, who is also an operator of giant runaway-ship fleets and the owner of a seagoing craft which is reputedly the world's largest and most luxurious yacht. 4 4 Clam dredging Is the new job of the former US Navy mine-1 sweeper Bobolink. The ship wu renamed the Gail Borden at Capo May, NJ, last month, and will bo put into service as the flagship of a Borden Company canning subsidalry. The crew of 12 men will be able to gather 1,500 bushels of clams a day. With a capacity fivo times greater than any other clam dredger, the vessel will be able to reach most clam beds on the East Coast. 4 4 4 The port of Bremen, Germany, may become one of the most un­ usual sights to the eyes of worldtraveled seamen. A group of archi­ tects has announced plans for a harbor basin in the North German port that would be covered with a plastic roof nearly a mile long. The enclosed port would make loading and unloadinng independ­ ent of the weather and eliminate the need for quayside warehouses. 4 4 4 Nuclear powered ships might b# sailing into other problems besides automation. Mexico's territorial waters and_ ports will soon be closed to all nuclear-powered ves­ sels, the marine under-secretary of Mexico declared. The Republio of Mexico intends to continue the. ban until maritime nations fix owners' responsibility In accidents. Get That SS Number Right Seafarers filing vacation money claims should make sure that they use their correct So­ cial Security number. Use of the wrong number means a cler­ ical headache for the Vacation Plan office and slows up the handling of payments. Also, a Seafarer who uses the Incorrect Social Security num­ ber is crediting his tax deduc­ tions to some other US worker. �s•iiiiiH, nn LOG Vacation Plan Still in B'klyn SlU Strongly Barks Lakes Subsidy Bill DETROIT—SIU Great Lakes District Is throwing its sup­ port behind a bill now in Congress that would provide opera­ tion and construction subsidies to Great Lakes ship operators and builders. The bill, Introduced last which the SIU membership should month by Rep. Alvin O'Kon- step in and write to their Con­ gressmen and Senators. Letters from our membership helped save the Detroit USPHS hospital in August. The subsidy bill is an­ other area where we'll need grass roots support from the members." On the Washington front, the SIU legislative and research staff has given "priority" to the bill, which would amend the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. The Wash­ ington staff reports that the bill was being studied by the House Merchant Marine Committee. The subsidy program, which has been applied to virtually the en­ tire deepsea passenger fleet and a part of the freighter fleet, came under discussion during the re­ cent wage negotiations conducted by the Atlantic and Gulf division. At that time the SIU urged a thorough reexamination of the entire subsidy program, with a view toward a more realistic ap­ plication of the funds. This was one of the many recommendations made by the National Committee for Maritime Bargaining, com­ posed of maritime unions, during the negotiations. ski (Rep.-Wis.), follows years of intensive campaigning by the SIU to give Great Lakes operators an equal share of Federal subsidy funds. Vice-vPresident A1 Tanner said the bill "goes a long way toward giving Great Lakes seamen more job security in an area that has been suffering from competition by subsidized fleets." Tanner said the biil, which will come up for congressional action in January, 1962, deserves the sup­ port of all SIU members. "This is another instance in Port Reports FRANKFORT — Shipping has been slow. W. E. Fitzgerald to be fitted out. Ann Arbor carferries continue on a three-boat operation. Louis Lamb, a fireman aboard Ann Arbor No. 7, died September 12. He entered Ann Arbor service in 19.50 . . . BUFFALO—Shipping has picked up, especially with the fit­ ting out of George H. Ingalts. A total of 44 jobs were shipped In a two-week period. Two Cargill elevators are still on strike, but no picket lines are up and the rest of the mills are working . . . CHI­ CAGO—Shipping has been excep­ tionally good. Highway 16 and Carmi Thompson have fitted out •while Tanker Detroit is expected to be out of the shipyard after its survey. Local 418 of the ILA Grain Elevator Workers signed a new contract and ended their strike . . . ALFENA — Ship­ ping is at an all-time high despite temporary lay up of J. B. Ford and Paul H. Townsend. Men have been called back for the Ford while Townsend is expected to go back in service shortly . . . DE­ TROIT—Shipping continues fair. Number of ships serviced by SIU representatives reached a record high with over 40 contact in a two-week period. CLEVELAND — Shipping contin­ ues good. Members are reminded of new meeting dates, now at 5 p.m. on first and third Mondays of the month. Lakes RR Seamen Get SIU Benefits DETROIT—Trustees of the SIU Great Laken Welfare Program have ruled that seamen who come under the provisions of the Rail­ way Labor Act's welfare coverage will also have full SIU Welfare Plan coverage. The ruling by the six trustees— three from the Union and three company representatives—mbans that Welfare Plan benefits will be paid to railway seamen regardless of benefits that are eligible for under the Railway Labor Act. Great Lakes Shipping August 12,1961 Through September 8,1961 PORT DECK ENGINE STEWARD Alpena 38 43 6 87 Buffalo 34 27 7 68 Chicago 46 37 14 97 Cleveland 26 9 4 39 140 30 108 49 297 28 B 63 Frankfort 19 29 18 66 Toledo 37 22 6 65 370 S63 109 782 Detroit Duluth TOTAL 11 TOTAL Some Seafarers have been confused by the fact that the SIU Welfare Plan recently moved from 11 Broadway to 17 Battery. Place and have as­ sumed that the Vacation Plan has also been relocated. Consequently, they have been sending vacation benefit appli­ cations to the Welfare Plan's new headquarters. Actually, the Vacation Plan's operating office is still located at Union headquarters, 675 4th Avenue. All applications for the vacation benefit should be sent to that address or filled out in person there. Seafarers in the outports can turn in vacation applications to to the port agents for process­ ing, as they have done in the past. fmet fira Dep't Of Wefghto And Measures Getting weighad in at SIU New York clinic is Eugene Parr, 10, son of Seafarer Eddie Parr. Eugene was in clinic for check-up on family day, which is every Thursday afternoon. Ship Damage Slight In Texas Hurricane, Home Loss Heavy HOUSTON—Seafarers living in tKe Texas-Louisiana Gulf area suffered heavy per­ sonal loses, but shipping damage was held to a minimum as the result of the passage of Hurricane Carla through the area. The hurricane's winds of some 175 miles an hour, plus accompanying tornadoes did' enormous damage to Gulf age to this year's rice crop. Har­ the crew to help ease the plight of coast ports such as Galveston, vesting of the rice was underway hurricane victims in their home Texas City, Port Arthur and Lake when the storm struck, and at the port. A total of $268 were collected present time no concrete estimates from the crew, passengers and the Charles. Hunndreds of thousands of resi­ were available as to the exact skipper. Captain H. H. Rose. Accurate and timely warnings dents fled inland in advance of amount of dollars lost. The only the hurricane, holding deaths and statement available from Texas by the US Weather Bureau were injuries to a minimum, but prop­ rice producers was that the crop largely credited with keeping loss was "hit hard." The sugar crop of life to a minimum. The Bureau erty damage was very heavy. escaped without heavy losses, but made heavy use of hurricaneThe full extent of the dam'age stored sugar In waterfront ware­ is still not known, particularly in houses suffered severe damage tracking airplanes as well as rely­ ing upon photos of the hurricane Port Arthur where a breakdown from flooding. taken by Tiros II, the weatherof water supply and a flooded The SlU-manned Lucile Bloomtracking satellite in keeping the sanitation system delayed the re­ turn of residents. The Houston field (Bloomfleld), which is based population posted as to the course SIU hall reports that there was in Houston sent a donation from and size of the storm. undoubtedly heavy loss of per­ sonal gear and property to the many Seafarers who ship out of here and live in the surrounding towns. The copibination of high tides (ten to 15 feet above normal) ond hurricane winds tied up deep-sea shipping for five days here and WASHINGTON—Public hearings have been opened by th® did minor damage to ship's gear. Houston escaped a direct blow Federal Maritime Commission on the subsidy application of a from the storm, but its losses new company, Atlantic Express Lines of America, Inc., which from wind and water reach into the millions. The SIU hall In hopes to operate the first Houston withstood the blow with­ transatlantic passenger service easier for people of modest means who are not near the New York out damage. However, members of out of the port of Baltimore. the Inland Boatman's Union, em­ In addition, the company would area to take European trips. As is usual in such subsidy hear­ ployed by the G & H Tug Com­ carry roll-on and container cargoes in freight service between Phila­ ings, the application of the new pany had a hectic time of it. delphia, Baltimore and Hampton operator was opposed by several Secured Deep Sea Oil-Rigs Boards to Great Britain, France, existing steamship companies, in­ Going out in rough seas, they Belgium, Netherlands and Ger­ cluding Us Lines, Mooremack, secured the oil-rigs off the Louisi­ many. Isbrandtsen and Waterman. ana coast, and towed them to a The company had previously an­ safe anchorage. Involved ~ in the nounced plans to build three com­ operation were: the tugs Barbara bination passenger -cargo ships. George, Grampus, Juno, Jennifer The vessels would carry up to 600 George, Ling, Pike, Marlin, and passengers plus some 6,300 dead­ Sturgeon. The dangerous opera­ weight tons of cargo. tion went smoothly, without any Cargo Space injuries to the crews. It claims that by Including ad­ A number of SlU-contracted equate cargo space in its passenger ships were tied up in Houston and Galveston when Carla hit. The vessels, it would be able to operate Seatrain Georgia and the Seatrain successfully in the off season when Texas City were delayed, but the conventional passenger ships came through without damage or are being forced into cruise service to aroid staggering losses. incident. The Steel Traveler The three ships would provide (Isthmian) and Falrland (Sea- weekly service all year round at a Land) had it a little rougher. Both speed of 24 knots. ships broke their moorings at the The dimensions of the ships height of the storm. The Falrland would be some 650 feet long, 84 was secured without too much feet in the beam and 25.000 tons trouble, but the Traveler swung displacement. Passengers would be cross-wise between two piers. Be­ carried In a one class operation. fore she was finally secured, she The operatoi-s argue that using had jammed her wheel, and re­ a port other than New York as a ceived a minor dent in her side. IN gateway to and from the US would Bulk cargoes of rice may fall broaden the flow of passenger traf­ off sharply due to extensive dam­ fic in both directions and make it New Company In Bid For Bait.-Europe Ruii : WRTC/CALL �Pare Star SEAFARERS tevtcnbcr, IMt LOG SEAFARERS' ROTARY SHIPPING HOARD (Figures On This Page Cover Deep Sea Shipping Only In the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District.) From August 1 Through August 31, 1961 A return to k^s hectic shipping activity was Indicated dur­ ing the month of August with the deep sea sections of the District shipping 2,805 jobs out of all SIU ports. This dropoff from July's high of 3,594 jobs was to be expected. Even so, the 2,805 figure for August was higher than normal shipping and refiected the wide choice of job openings available to SIU men. At the beginnng of the month, there were a total of 2,619 class A men on the beach, so that if they had so desired, every class A man could have caught a berth during the month without trouble, with the exception of key rating, who were not in the right port at the right time. Consequently, it is no surprise that the class A "on the beach" total dropped during the month, with 2,597 men left on the registration lists as of September 1. Shipping in all seniority classes dropped off, but class A shipping declined the most, largely because of the unavailabilty of class A men in many ports. Class C men continued to ship in relatively large'numbers with 323 of them getting berths. There was actually an increase in ship activity during the month with payoffs and in-transits rising sharply. In July, of course, crews were returning after the maritime strike, so that there were more jobs shipped per vessel. New York, Houston and New Orleans were again the busiest ports, with 274 total ship calls between the three of them. Houston, as usual, had a heavy load of in-transits, 68 ships in all, which kept the port hopping to service the various ships involved. Ship A€fivify Pay Sign la Offt Oas Trant.TOTAC Botloa ....... 5 New York ....46 Philadelphia ..7 Baltlmora 12 Norfolk ...... 4 Jockionvllla ... 2 hlioiqi 1 Mobile 9 New OrleoM ..20 Houtton 11 Wilmington ... 1 Son FroneUco.. 6 Seattle ....... 7 1 15 4 11 4 1 0 0 17 9 2 5 7 7 41 24 23 24 17 9 11 49 68 .16 8 10 13 102 35 46 32 20 10 20 86 88 19 19 24 .131 76 307 514 TOTALS DECK DEPARTMENT Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS A Registered CLASS B Registered CLASS A Shipped CLASS C GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 12 3 ALL 12 3 ALL 12 3 ALL 12 3 ALL 3 1 7 9 17 1 1 4 4 3 16 0 4 6 5 5 59 25 32 45 34 98 26 158 2 16 27 62 106 30 188 2 14 7 26 2 5 16 7 9 3 30 0 6 4 8 17 0 61 4 11 14 29 32 13 32 16 78 2 10 20 41 13 24 7 13 2 4 1 8 2 10 3 6 3 18 1 6 11 1 8 15 2 4 2 9 2 5 4 2 1 22 2 0 11 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 5 4 9 20 12 44 0 10 12 67 0 3 7 26 34 7 36 17 17 63 15 117 2 40 39 12 24 68 20 137 4 49 40 17 21 75 36 149 2 37 38 15 21 37 64 26 127 1 6 2 9 5 29 1 10 5 14 2 30 0 3 12 17 1 23 11 8 20 8 42 4 21 14 7 11 60 3 16 25 9 28 31 5 18 9 14 4 24 9 41 2 11 11 15 21 5 195 374 134 1 703 27 113 125 265 94 134 ["245 1 261 420 124 |"805 17 Port Boston Mew York Philadelphia. Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Miami Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco Seattle TOTALS TOTAL SHIPPED CLASS GROUP C ALL 3 ALL A B 1 2 26 6 17 3 6 4 1 1 33 158 59 33 250 1 19 13 40 0 26 0 14 0 0 0 3 93 3 61 29 0 1 2 22 7 2 0 1 2 13 1 32 9 15 8 9 2 6 1 1 1 0 2 1 0 0 1 56 3 44 3 0 2 9 1 17 117 36 17 170 2 2 13 40 0 189 0 144 0 0 0 44 6 24 6 9 0 3 3 23 69 4 42 4 0 2 2 6 65 6 31 28 0 2 4 7 37 46 1 90 703 265 90 11058 Registered Oi1 The Beach CLASS B CLASS A GROUP GROUP 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL 1 36 8 8 0 5 R 18 10 16 43 64 88 162 47 297 5 46 0 3 7 8 17 21 4 48 37 17 30 81 13 131 1 18 1 3 8 4 6 11 1 30 0 5 2 3 12 16 2 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 1 86 0 6 38 40 8 5 1 24 59 73 12 144 2 11 11 36 25 85 56 84 21 161 24 17 28 10 1 17 1 • 28 10 48 0 3 4 7 22 21 5 S5 26 19 50 4 19 12 5 380 564 133 1077 47 135 143 1 325 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Registered Registered CLASS B CLASS A GROUP GROUP 3 ALL 3 ALL 12 1 2 8 7 1 2 4 4" 10 0 80. 35 36 24 100 12 136 9 15 0 11 3 2 4 ' 6i 1 48! 6 50 63 1 7 24 23 13 6 3 7 5 14 2 4 lo' 6 1 7 2 5 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 16 38 7 49 1 10 5 4 26 22 49 18 71 11 100 1 21 84 21 21 44 8 113 2 16 2 16 2 12 2 10 4 20' 3 34 2 10 11 4 4 5 4 29 2 35 1 15 21 431 ""99 62 1 592 22 165 134 1 321 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Miami Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco Seattle TOTALS GROUP 1 2 1 5 96 17 2 9 38 4 2 10 3 4 0 1 3 27 17 64 76 14 3 13 7 30 3 14 76 387 Shipped CLASS C Shipped CLASS B Shiooed CLASS A TOTAL SHIPPED ftegisfered CLASS A Oin The Beach CLASS B GROUP GROUP • CLASS GROUP GROUP 3 ALL 123 ALL 2 C ALL 1 B 3 ALL A 2 3 ALL 123 ALL 1 14 17 3 6 5 1 14 1 15 3 8 3 3 3 0 0 3 2 1 8 0 2 36 42 81 SO 121 70 30 221 52 153 26 231 3 70 6 12 12 34 26 8 121 10 30 0 7 5 3 2 25 2 25 1 1 15 9 3 9 0 0 4 1 15 2 4 85 2 64 8 29 23 71 15 45 39 15 99 6 39 1 11 3 15 21 45 3 3 15 0 3 4 7 11 5 31 5 7 5 13 13 13 0 6 3. 2 4 13 3 1 8 2 6 3 11 7 0 10 9 5 10 24 1 5 1 7* 2 2 3 2 9 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 57 8 5 13 5 0 63 8 44 17 9 6 17 9 37 9 0 5 4 37 2 7 86 1 8 23 14 58 8 52 1 35 94 26 22 21 13 52 35 181 20 13 94 4 99 49 17 80 13 119 24 50 1 50 4 157 26 4 103 29 19 2 1 13 103 2 12 4 7 1 12 7 1 18 43 4 7 18 7 12 3 4 18 2 4 ^ 18 0 2 53 0 3 7 4 37 4 63 12 19 4 4 40 7 19 0 2 2 3 40 4 8 18 6 25 45 1 22 48 7 34 4 5 21 5 3 0 8 22 2 4 21 3 '11 72 44 1 128 525 317 128 1 970 145 538 76 759 40 183 126 1 349 62 525 35 155 127 1 317 12 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS A Port Wil S.F Sea 1-9 1 29 3 5 0 2 2 3 9 7 1 3 6 TOTALS 71 Bos N. Y Phil .... Bal Nor Jac Mia Mob .... No Hou Registered CtASS B GROUP 1 3 ALL 2 1 1 1 4 9 17 54 109 11 6 21 1 14 37 4 14 9 2 2 13 2 3 8 1 0 1 1 4 9 8 26 46 22 21 62 114 34 16 24 81 3 5 4 13 5 4 14 26 7 2 9 24 126 83 220 1 500i Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS C Shipped CLASS B GROUP GROUP ,GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 1-s 3 ALL 1 3 ALL 1 2 2 0 8 0 5| 0 6 5 0 5 1 1 2 3 1 .36 7 22 30 13 26 19 63 121 0 3 33 0 0 7 6 6 3 5 11 7 22 2 0 1 3 18 1 36 2 25 22 0 12 1 22 5 19 1 1 5 7 0 2 3 3 7 0 /0 2 1 1 2 2 5 5 2 1 1 2 1 5 9 2 0 0 0 .0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 18 18 1 16 7 3 15 26 0 1 15 3 1 27 31 6 24 12 52 . 0 25 94 4 29 0 3 28 31 6 31 1.7 35 0 31 31 89 0 1 0 8 9 1 5 0 9 1 8 15 0 9 0 2 11 13 ; 6 8 20 1 15 4 17 35 4 7 3 14 24' 1 10 6 0 10 1 5 13 0 15 22 164 1 201 "39 "" 136 65 233 I 473 15 9 174 |"198 TOTAL SHIPPED Registered On The Beach CLASS B CLASS A GROUP .GROUP CLASS GROUP 3 ALL 3 ALL 1 2 C ALL 1-9 1 2 3 ALL A 1 2 B 3 2 1 18 2 9 0 5 3 1 3 3 5 5 8 1 1 55 6 45 53 34 110 224 4 23 121 36 23 180 27 0 1 22 10 0 10 28 0 31 5 1 10 12 2 22 7 2 0 0 2 2 22 24 65 11 91 0 4 32 13 35 4 36 85 0 4 0 6 4 10 0 1 3 12 1 1 7 2 0 1 7 2 0 1 2 3 6 10 1 3 1 5 23 2 4 9 9 9 2 2 5 0 8 2 0 2 3 0 1 3 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 12 12 77 0 46 11 20 12 34' 4 4 26 - 16 0 0 4 0 26 27 5 69 118 1 29 22 145 17 27 22 94 0 1 21 71 3 124 16 45 20 24 105 30 19 22 31 3 90 0 3 0 13 32 3 13 7 5 1 8 5 1 9 4 8 15 7 0 1 33 0 7 9 69 4 7 17 2 7 20 14 14 35 0 14 0 36 31 9 4 23 33 10 7 2 12 10 13 10 10 9 0 1 43 176 274 8 '94 1 105 474 198 105 1 777 111 222 106 322 1 761 55 3 SUMMARY Registered CLASS A DECK ENGINE STEWARD GRAND TOTALS GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 261 420 124 I 805 99 431 62 I 592 197 83 220 I 500 55? 934 406 |1897 Registered Shipped CLASS B CLASS A GROUP GROUP 123 ALL 123 ALL 17 94 134 245 195 374 134 I 703 22 J_65 134" 321 76 387 62 I 525 15 22 164 201 175 65 233 | 473 54 281 432 767 446 826 429 |1701 Registered On The Beach TOTAL Shipped Shipped CLASS B CLASS A SHIPPED CLASS C CLASS B GROUP GROUP CLASS GROUP GROUP 2 3 ALL 1 2 3 ALL B - C ALL 1 2 3 ALL A 1 2 3 AIX 1 703 265 90 |1058|380 564 133 |1077 47 135 143 I 325 90 37 j46 27 113 125 265 525 317 "128 | 9701145 538 76 | 759 40 183 126 I 349 44 128 12 72" 35_ 155 127 I 317 55 43 176 I 274 474 198 105 I 777:333 106 322 | 761 "105 8 94 9 174 I 198 15 77 277 426 I 780 22 117 184 I 323 1792 799 323 |2805 858 1208 531 ]2597 142 361 445 | 948 �•epfember, IMl SEAFARERS toa f»ge Serem MTD Urge Qov'i Okay , On U^Flag Ore Ship Subsidy UlVf Begins Drive To Organize In NY Rank and file members of the United Industrial Workers and UIW shop stewards in the New York area attended an important meeting early this month where Union organizing plans were discussed. Paul Hall, SIUNA presi­ Representatives from Jay Kay dent, told members of the Metals in Long Island City, SeaUnited Industrial Workers that the Union is opening an intensive cam­ paign to organize non-union indus­ trial shops in the metropolitan area. Hall stressed the role the Union plays in the lives of its members. He pointed out that members owe It to themselves to attend all Un­ ion meetings and express their opinions on how the Union should be run. The shop steward's Importance In each plant was also a priority topic at the meeting. As the elected representative of the workers in a plant, the shop steward is the key man in any grievance procedure. Members were urged to go to the shop steward whenever they have matters to be brought before man­ agement. CIIW Hits 51 on Cos Unfair Acts The United Industrial Workers recently hied unfair labor practices charges with the NLRB against six Staten Island oil distribution com­ panies and Local 355, a "union" which has been expelled from the AFL-CIO. The six companies, under vari­ ous stages of organization by the UIW, turned up with "contracts" with Local 355 when the UIW pe­ titioned for National Labor Rela­ tions Board hearings. Companies which the UIW charges are conspiring with Local 855 are: Richmond Burner Co., Fiore Bros., Salmirs Oil Co., Riche Fuel Co., Quinlan Fuel Co., and Kieran Fuel Co. Contract negotiations be­ tween the UIW and Sipco, Sta­ ten Island's largest retail dis­ tributor of fuel oil. began this month. The company was or­ ganized last month and the Union was certihed as bargain­ ing agent by the NLRB after a UIW election victory. The Union hied charges with the NLRB charging Sipco with re­ fusing to bargain. Local 355 is charged with sign­ ing back-door agreements and sweetheart contracts with the fuel companies in an effort to frustrate legitimate organizing activities of the United Industrial Workers. In fact, the UIW charges that relatives of management at Fiore Bros., have been acting as agents for Local 355. Although an in­ formal vote for union representa­ tion at Flore was won by the UIW, management surprised the workers a few days later by reading a Local 355 "contract" from a piece of yel­ low note paper. Employees have signed state­ ments charging some of the em­ ployers with threatening to hre them unless they signed ^.ocal 355 pledge cards, even though they may have previously signed with the UIW. train Lines of Edgewater, NJ, Miio Machine Tool Co., East New York Canvas, E. L. Durham Co., and other shops in the New York-New Jersey area, attended the meeting. A shop steward school will be set up by the Union to help elected representatives do a better job on behalf of the membership. The stewards' school will give instruc­ tions on how to handle many types of grievances, organizing and other phases of Union business. It will be free of charge to the members who attend. Aug. Totals At $12,067 The Welfare Plan of the United Industrial Workers of North Amer­ ica paid out a total of $12,067.48 on 114 claims in August, according to a report to the UIW Welfare Plan Board of Trustees. Robert McCaslin of Wilson Ma­ rine Repair received the top bene­ fits of $910 for disability and $504 for hospitalization. High Benefits Other benefits over $200 were Catherine Lane, V. J. Spellman, $698.98; Raymond Tobias, Seatrain, $292; Joseph Kleinwichs, Schaevitz Engineering, $372.92; Anile Hartman, Schaevitz, $390; Michael Staf­ ford, Schaevitz, $219.50; George Landis, Porter Mathews, $200; Ray Long, Paulsen Webber, $215.40. Basil Fritz, Paulsen Webber, $207.82; James Skold, New York Splicing, $200; Semmes Bodden, Mobile Ship Repair, $687; Rafael Soto, Morsan, $200; Robert Stamm, Mallard, $441.25; Raymond Deal, Hussmann, $200; Albert Philbrick, Hussmann, $200; Ernest Altamuro, Hussmann, $378.42. Richard Burns, A. A. Gallagher, $200; Frank Travia, Fox Iron Works, $200; Edward Tochman, C&S Canvas, $240; Francis Smith, All American Metal, $236.10; Mi­ chael Caputo, All American, $200; Richard Parrish, Air Master, $285.30; Willie Nash, Air Master, $223.30; George Peterson, Air Mas­ ter, $200. There were 15 maternity bene­ fits paid in August. WASHINGTON—-The SIU and the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department have urged Secretary of Commerce Luther Hodges to approve the application of the SIU - contracted Marven Steamship Company for construction aid on two 61,000-ton American-flag bulk car­ riers. The Union acted after Secretary Hodges announced statement on page 12). Otherwise, rules in favor of the Marven ap­ he was holding up the appli­ they have warned, the industry plication, it would indicate that cation to determine if it was a will continue to dwindle, the US the Governihent is interested in cation to determine if it was proper will become totally-dependent on developing a balanced merchant usage of subsidy funds. foreign ships for its materials and fleet. It is likely that other com­ The Secretary's decision will be more seamen's Jobs will go down panies, which now operate foreign tonnage for their ore needs, would a crucial one to the future of the the drain. American merchant marine, as it If Hodges rules against the reconsider their plans and be en­ will have a decisive impact in de­ Bethlehem application, it would couraged to operate under the termining whether the Government indicate that the Government in­ American flag. intends to have an American-fiag tends to continue the present pro­ US Steel, for example, the na­ bulk carrying fleet or will permit gram of limiting assistance to a tion's largest producer, has no runaway ships to carry all of the handful of favored companies in ships of its own and virtually every nation's imports of such vital raw the liner trades. It is under this pound of the ore it imports is materials as iron ore, aluminum program that the US merchant now brought into the country on ore, Mn and manganese, among marine has slipped, year by year, runaway-flag carriers. others. and now carries less of the na­ The two Bethlehem ships would The SIU, the Maritime^ Trades tion's foreign commerce than it be 776 feet long and would op­ Department and local MTD port did in 1936, the year the Merchant erate at a speed of I6V2 knots. councils have all urged Secretary Marine Act was passed. The con­ They would resemble Lakes ore Hodges to approve the application. sequences would be that all of carriers in construction with th« In a wire to Hodges, SIUNA Presi­ the nation's steel companies, exception that there would be no dent Paul Hall declared: aluminum companies and others forward house at all. Living quar­ "A favorable decision would en­ would undoubtedly employ for­ ters, navigation facilities and th« courage construction of American- eign-flag tonnage for their raw ship's power plant would all ba flag bulk carriers which would great­ material needs. back aft, with nine hatches for­ ly strengthen the nation's ability On the other hand. If Hodges ward of the house. to control access to supplies of vital raw materials . . . Your ap­ proval of this application would increase ability of merchant marine to function in the national defense. It would also provide jobs for American workers whose livelihood depends on building, manning and supplying American ships." Bethlehem, which is the only major domestic steel company operating ore carriers under the (Ed. note: The following account is the first of a series which will ap­ American flag, had asked for a pear in the LOG on Seafarers who serve as ship or department dele­ Federal construction subsidy of gates. Future issues will carry interviews from other SIU vessels.) 55 percent on the two giant ships. "So long Roy, It was nice sailing November 20, 1902. He's married, They would be used to replace the smaller ore carriers, the Feltore with you." "See you around Roy, and he and his wife Inez, and their and the Oremar, which have been nice job." "Take it slow Roy, I'll two children own their own homa in South Ozone Park, Long Island. sold to another SIU operator, as I ship with you again sometime." After shipping out in '42 as a These were some of the com­ well as two foreign-flag carriers. They would run from Bethlehem's ments of the crew of the Steel Ex­ 2nd cook with Waterman, he sailed newly-developed Liberian ore ecutive (Isthmian) when she with Alcoa, Robin Lines, Cities properties to Sparrows Point and paid off in New York recently. Service and Maritime Overseas. Philadelphia, as well as servicing Roy, is Roy Wood, galley utility, For the past four years, he has the South American ore run fx-om and ship's delegate of the "Execu­ shipped regularly with Isthmian. While Roy was being inter­ tive." That isn't remarkable at all. Peru and Venezuela. viewed. a few more crew members What is significant is that not only Old FMB For Subsidy The Federal Maritime Board, has Roy held the position of ship's stopped by to say so long. "Put in which has now been dissdlved, had delegate for 15 months (that's the LOG." said one, "that Roy is quite a stretch), the best darn ship's delegate I ever recommended the subsidy, after but he brought sailed with. He brought this ship which the ships would operate at the "Executive" in with no beefs, man that's pret­ no cost to the US Government. in without any ty darn good." One other uniden­ Secretary Hodges has held up beefs, without any tified AB wanted to go on record. further processing of the applica­ disputed over­ "That Roy doesn't take being a tion to determine two major time, and without ship's delegate lightly," he said. points. any hard feelings "He gets out there and talks to These are, whether construction between the crew the boys, and if there's anything of ore carriers should take pri­ wrong, he gets it squared away." and topside. ority over the building of passen­ Roy is a modest guy, and so h# This is Roy's Wood ger-cargo vessels in the subsidy didn't want to brag about his fine first trick as a program and whether money allo­ record. "I just do my job." he said. ship's delegate, and after talking cated to cover subsidy construction "The boys elected me delegate, so costs can be used for bulk carriers to him. It looks like his fine record I had to pay 'em back by doing the is anything but beginner's luck. instead of passenger cargo ves­ best I could." The responsibility of handling sels. "The best he could," made the problems aboard ship is nothing The SIU, the Maritime Trades Steel Executive a tight ship. When new to him. He's been a depart­ Department and the National Com­ the payoff was finished, fast and mittee for Maritime Bargaining ment delegate on many vessels slick without any trouble, Roy went since he started shipping with the have all emphasized the need for down the gangplank on his way to balanced assistance to all segments SIU back in 1942. Roy was bom in Barbados on South Ozone Park. of the merchant marine. (See MTD Artist's drawing shows design of proposed 51,400-ton ore carriers which would be built for SlU-contracted Marven SS Com­ pany. Unusual design has navigation facilities back aft. �TI-, ..^7 Pace ElcM SEAFARERS y LOG •apt* Big Organizing Gains Strengthen SiU In Maritime,' Legislative Fields r, nn * SE ETSBEIUICA. Sizable gains in the organizing area—have been scored by the SIU in recent years, with the result that the Union has been greatly strengthened and the benefits of organization extended to many thousands of unprotected workers. For seamen, these organiz--* Ing gains mean support and to non-union shipping operations. lative arena. A union which is Since the convention, there have active in a great many cities and assistance in any beef in which they may be Involved on been further organizing gains in states and which has a large mem­ the part of workers in harbor and many areas, including among tug- bership can make a far greater ihoreside installations. Further, boatmen in Hampton Roads. impression accordingly. they add to the overall strength Since seafaring is one of the Organizing in the deep-sea field •nd resources of the Union and its is limited by the fact that there most-regulated industries and sea-, ability to make progress on the are very few areas left to organize. men are vitally affected by legis­ economic and legislative fronts. All US dry cargo operators are lative action, this added SIU At the last SIU convention, the under contract to a maritime strength is extremely useful in filU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In- union, limiting organization in helping protect the Interests of Jand Waters District reported the this area to new operators who seamen. following gains in organizing: Under the District structure, come into business. The major • Over 5,000 members organized area of organization is in the SIU members within a given group in the Inland Boatmen's Union, runaway ship field where the SIU have their own seniority protec­ which includes the Railroad has scored several notable victories tion. In other words, a tugboatmarine tugmen. Tugboats and and has obtained rulings from the man or shoreside worker will have other harbor craft have been or­ Labor Board which clear the way seniority within his own division ganized in the parts of Boston, for further action in this field. but he cannot cross the line Into New York, Philadelphia, Balti­ The SIU's success in winning a the deep sea field and carry his Winners of Robert Swain memorial scholarships receive more, Norfolk, Mobile, New Or­ runaway ship clause in the last seniority with him. It works the leans and Houston. contract opens the door to further same the other way around. How­ awards from Prof. Milton Briggs, New Bedford Institute of ever, the fact that the SIU repre­ Technology. The six winners received $250 each from the • An additional 1,200 boatmen organizing activity. and dredge" workers have signed Organizing runaways is a neces­ sents workers at numerous shorememorial fund. up with the SIU on the Great sity since this group of ships side and harbor firms is added Lakes. These men service shipping if left unchecked, would eventually security for seamen. Sometimes, Memorial Honors Swain in major Great Lakes ports such monopolize all cargo, resulting in because of family circumstances as Buffalo, Cleveland and Detroit. the lay-up of American-flag ves­ or other reasons, seamen have to give up shipping and go to work • In Puerto Rico," an additional sels and the destruction of sea­ ashore. Within the limits of con­ 5.000 workers have joined the men's emplayment. tract rules governing employment, Clearly, there are several ad­ he has a better chance of securing SIU. This group includes all of the truckers In major Puerto Rico vantages to Seafarers in the a shoreside job as a result of SIU waterfront trucking firms, and Union's organizing activities, even activity in the shoreside and har­ workers in oil refineries such as though they may not all be in the bor field. NEW BEDFORD—Six children of members of the New Shell, Socony, Texaco and Esso. deep sea arena. It is easy to see Bedford Fishermen's Union have won $200 scholarships pro­ • In the Industrial Workers that if the Union has organized vided by the Robert J. Swain Memorial Association, in the "Union, which includes men work­ harbor craft, ship suppliers and second year in which the" ing in ship supply and ship main­ ship maintenance firms, then the tenance services as well as numer­ Union is in a far better position to awards have been presented. ous shoreside industrial plants, obtain support. Tugboats are cer­ Last year, the association the Union has organized over tainly a key to any program on issued two scholarships of $250 the waterfront and shoreside in­ 4,000 workers. each. ^ • On the Great Lakes, the stallations are no less vital. The association was formed to By broadening its total mem­ Great Lakes District of the SIU LONDON—The Cunard Steam­ honor the memory of the late has signed up over 1,500 seamen bership, the Union also can bring ship Company has received a li­ Robert J. Swain, a delegate of the In obtaining contracts with hither­ more strength to bear in the legis- cense to operate an airline service union, who passed away in Oc­ between this city and New York. tober, 1959. Funds for the scholar­ BOSTON — Thomas "Obie" The new air service, known as ship are produced through con­ O'Brien, secretary-treasurer of the Cunard Eagle Airways, is sched­ tributions from fishermen and SIUNA-affiliated Atlantic Fisher­ other Individuals in New Bedford uled to start operations next and the proceeds of the union's men's Union, is filing a protest spring. charging Russian vessels with vio­ Meanwhile, the company is plan­ annual clambake. QUESTiON: How many cups of coffee and packs of cigarettes lating fishing agreements in the The six award, winners were: do you consume in the average day aboard ship? (Question ning to go ahead with the con­ struction of a new siipeiliner to Carolyn E. Skeie, Fairhaven, Georges Banks, about 100 miles off asked aboard the Steel Executive.) replace the Queen Mary. The daughter of Andrew S. Skeie, of Cape Cod. The latest encroachment of Rus­ 75,000-ton passenger ship is re­ the dragger Pauline H; Eleanor J. Lars Nielsen, AB: I would say , Joseph Chielles, Srd cook: I ceiving a $9 million outright sub­ Helgoland, Williamstown, daugh­ sian vessels upon traditional Amer­ that I smoke smoke pretty sidy from the British government, ter of fisherman Joseph Bures of ican fishing grounds was reported about a pack of heavily every day, plus a Government loan at a mod­ the Kingfisher; Henry L. Knutsen, early this month. Boston based Fairhaven; son of Charles Knut­ fishing vessels, the Coast Guard cigarettes a day, 1 guess about est rate of interest. sen, skipper of the Mary Hayes; and other observers noticed 18 Cunard is expected to sell a which is about three packs of average. Usually cigarettes. As for combined sea-air trip ticket—one Theodore C. Pedersen, New Bed­ large Russian trawlers and two I drink at least coffee, I throw way by air and return by sea or ford, son of Theodore C. Pedersen, mother ships in Georges Banks on six cups of coffee down maybe four vice-versa, when it gets its airline Sr., a mate on the Mary Hayes; Sept. 7. and Daniel J. Fleming, Nantucket, going. Oversize Nets in the same peri­ cups a day. The company's action in joining son of Charles B. Fleming of the od. Although the Coast Guard said the opposition form of travel re­ dragger Robert Joseph. that the vessels were in interna­ The chairman of the scholarship tional waters where they have a flects the switch from passenger ships to planes in the North At­ committee is Professor Milton S. right to fish, other observers noted 4> 4^ 4> 4" 4" lantic service, particularly in the Briggs of the New Bedford Insti­ unusually large nets being used by John Abraham, DM: I figure I Louis. Torres, AB: I'm one of winter months when an Atlantic tute of Technology. Included on e m ok e three the Russian vessels. those fellows who sea voyage leaves something to the committee Howard W. Nickerpacks of cigar­ O'Brien is filing a protest on the really likes cof­ son, secretary-treasurer of the be desired. ettes a day but grounds that the Russians have fee.. I drink as US steamship companies will union. I'm not a hig cof­ been using gear banned by inter­ much as 12 cups be unable to follow suit, since fee drinker. I national fishing treaties. Georges a day. Since cof­ under US law, a company in the only drink a cup Bank is traditionally the main fish­ fee and cigarettes steamship business would not be of coffee with ing ground of the Atlantic Fisher­ go well together, permitted to own a competing each meaL The men's Union. The New Bedford I usually smoke form of transportation, such as an rest of the time Fishermen's Union, an SlU-affilabout three packs airline. t drink water — iated union headed by Howard of cigarettes In |>lenty of It, espeSAN DIEGO — California tuna Nickerson, is also keeping a close the process. tially when the weather gets hot. landings for the first six months watch on Russian fishing opera­ 4^ 4> 4> 4^ 4^ 4> of this year were the highest in tions on thie grounds off Cape Cod. Jame* Chianese, oiler: X smoke W. Denny, AB: My daily quota of more than 10 years. Most of these Early this summer, Russian two packs of cig­ coffee is about landings were made by boats trawlers began "increasing their op­ Seafarers overseas who want arettes a day but five cups. I aver­ to get in touch with headquar­ manned by members of West Coast erations in the fishing grounds off I'm not much of age about a ters in a hurry can do so by SIUNA-affiliated fishing unions. the New England coast in the vicin­ a coffee drinker. pack and a half The increase in US-caught tuna ity of two US Air Force-operated cabling the Union at its cable About four cups of cigarettes in address, SEAFARERS NEW was coupled with increases in prices, Texas tower radar stations. Is my limit. If I the same period, YORK. and decreases in tuna imports. The The Soviet vesels began ap­ drink too much sometimes more, gains were made by the larger proaching near enough to Ameri­ Use of this address will assure coffee, it gives me sometimes less. converted purse seiners. Smaller can vessels to take motion pictures speedy transmission on all mes­ indigestion. . vessels, however, found tough going of their operations. Heretofore, sages and faster service for the because of a scarcity of fish in Russian vessels have been staying men involved. nearby California waters. away from American fishing boats. SIU Fishermen Give Scholarship Awards Cunard Air Service Set AFU Protests Red Trawling Off Cape Cod WC Tuna Catch Rises Union Has. Cable Address �-y~—^ B^pUmher, IMl SEAFARERS .TKB CANADIAXT 'Riot Aid' Gimmick Fails; Free Canada Pickets Face N1a« LOG" Tidewater Tells Non-Union Men 'Don't Fraternize Viith SUP' sup-contracted Flying A Waihlngton, is shown at Bayonne terminal. At right, SUP members Armancf Adamsen and Sven Niisson, AOs, catch up on latest news in the "West Coast Sailor." PORT WELLER—crude attempt by local authorities and Cantidian shipowners to intimidate Canadian SlU Seafarers fell flat on its face in St. Catherines, Ontario, near here. The situation arose when^^ ^ the Canadian Seafarers were SIU members were grabbed and picketing the runaway-flag charged with failure to obey the Northern Venture In protest .against the Invasion of the Great Lakes with foreign-flag ship's. The members of . the Canadian SIU were quietly picketing the run­ away, using placards to Inform the public of their grievances. Suddenly they were faced with the Mayor of St. Catherines, Ontario, escorted by 40 or 60 mem­ bers of the police force. He ordered the seamen to leave the docks, or face the reading of the Riot Act. (The Riot Act had been used in this area only twice in the last 100 years, and only in times of dire peril). When they refused, he pro­ ceeded to invoke the statute, which carrys a penalty for refusal to obey, of life imprisonment. 'When Terror Exists' The statute states that it is to be invoked, "when a riot is actu­ ally in progress, and when terror exists in the hearts of persons around." The only terror caused by this picket line could only have been in the hearts of the owners of the "Northern Venture," but, the law was enforced and the pickets were told to leave. Before they could disperse, nine Crew Walkoff Protests Short Manning Scale QUEBEC—For their refusal to work under runaway working con­ ditions, 22 crewmembers of the Bermudian-flag freighter "Wheat King" have been charged with "desertion" after walking off the vessel. The ship was scheduled to sail for London, after imdergoing mechanical repairs. The Canadian SIU reported that the men walked off the ship be­ cause the vessel was seriously un­ dermanned and they had doubts about the desirability of sailing under such conditions. Runaway Operator The 12,000-ton Wheat King is registered In Bermuda as are a number of other Canadian-owned vessels which seek to escape Cana­ dian wages and conditions. The operator also owns the Northern Venture which has been picketed repeatedly in various US and Canadian Lakes ports by members of Maritime Trades Department union because of the runaway na­ ture of its operation. SIU Canadian Disfrict Halls WORT WILLIAM........408 Simpson St. Ontario Phono; 3.3221 HALIFAX, N.S 128Vii HoUis St. Phone 3-8911 MONTREAL 634 St. James St. West Victor 2-8161 QUEBEC 44 Sault-au-Mateiot Quebec LAfontaine 3-1569 THOROLD. Ontario 62 St. David St. CAnal 7-5212 TORONTO, Ontario 872 King St. E. EMpire 4-5719 VANCOUVER, EC 298 Main St. ST. JOHN, NB 177 Prince WUliam St. OX 2-S431 riot act. They were hauled off to jail were they awaited trial. When they were brought be­ fore the magistrate, the crown attorney stated, "In view of the fact that order was maintained, I do not wish to carry on." The charges were dropped immedi­ ately and the . SIU men were set free. The Canadian SIU then charged, that in view of the court's opinion of the case, the riot act was mis­ used, and was enforced only to aid the scabbing efforts aboard the runaway "Northern Venture." MONTREAL—Last month was the best month of the year to date for shipping in Montreal. With well over 500 jobs going on the board, dispatching has been the keynote here. The average wailing time on the registration board has come down to less than a day in some cases. In the last two weeks men could register for work in the mbniing and sailed the same night. At any rate, jobs have been avail­ able, and plenty during this month —for the first time this year. t i) 4" • THOROLD—I^w Quarries of Port Colborne, has purchased the Sumatra, and the SIU immediately obtained a lakes contract with this company. The negotiations were handled by Paul Gagne and Harry Cahill representing the SIU. A total of 29 jobs were created for the membership as a result of the successful conclusion of these negotiations. 4< 4) J) VANCOUVE R—The largest passenger ship ever built for Pa­ cific service arrived in Vancouver on her maiden voyage. The "Can­ berra," one of the most revolu­ tionary designed ships in many years was launched in March of 1960 at a cost of forty million dollars. She can carry more pass­ engers than any other liner in the world, (2,238). This is more than the two Queens put together. A British-flag vessel, she carries a crew of 1,000. Canadian Seafarers, members of the SIU of Canada are a vital element in the mari­ time picture generally and in the SIU family of unions. They man ships under Canadian flag across-the-board—deep sea off the Atlantic Coast, on the Canadian West Coast, on the Great Lakes and the Seaway. The Canadian SIU also repre­ sents large groups of Canadian tugboatmen, dredgemen and al­ lied crafts. The Cmiadian Dis­ trict works closely with the other SIU unions throughout North America and the mutual relationship has been of great advantage to all SIU members. NEW YORK—The skipper of one Tidewater tanker on the East Coast has an unusual definition of a Communist. According to him, a Commie is anybody who asks for overtime or union representation. bonus and vacation pay. union conditions, hiring its crews The definition arose out of wage The standard bumping system through the union hiring hall. It the skipper'.s concern that the operated by Tidewater allows a pays vacations and overtime to all crewmembers might be "con­ man who is bumped off a ship to hands, deals with the union on taminated" by contact with mem bers of the Sailors Union of the Pacific. The situation arose when the Tidewater vessel, the William F Humphrey (non-union), was on a run from San Francisco to Bayonne and at San Francisco, happened to be docked at the terminal with the Flying A Washington, one of three West Coast vessels operated by Tidewater under contract with the Sailors Union. The crew of the Humphrey was warned by the skip­ per of the non-union ship not to liang around with those "West Coast Communists." Obviously, the skipper was wor­ ried that should the crewmen start talking to Sailors Union members, they would learn about overtime, union representation, a hiring hall, grievance procedure, seniority and job security which Tldewatermen have on West Coast ships but which the company denies its em­ ployees on the East Coast. Under Collins' Thumb East Coast Tidewater crewmem­ bers are under the thumb of John Collins, professional organizer and absolute boss of about a dozen socalled "independent associations" in the East Coast tanker field. As described by a Tidewater crewmember, the East Coast set-up has no provision for taking beefs up with anybody but the head of the department aboard ship. If he makes a ruling, that's it. The en­ tire East Coast contract is a fourpage document which has little or no provisions for overtime or work­ ing rules. East Coast seamen can get bumped back fey officers and can lose all their vacation benefits unless they work aboard ship con­ tinuously for at least five and a half months. Seniority can also go down the drain the same way, un­ less the man is rehired within 30 days. Obviously, it's a simple matter for Tidewater to,break a man's va­ cation or seniority rights by not rehiring him until he's been on the beach at least ^0 days. In one in­ stance, a Tidewater East Coast crewmember had accumulated sev­ en years of unbroken service when he was bounced off the ship. .He was not rehired for 30 days and, as a consequence, lost all accumu­ lated seniority including seniority go into the company office and ex­ amine the crew lists of all ships. If he finds somebody with less se­ niority, he walks on that particular ship and bumps the man off. By contrast, the same company on the West Coast operates under beefs and no bumping is allowed. Down through the years. Tidewa­ ter on the West Coast has meshed smoothly with the Sailors Union while denying its East Coast crew­ members union benefits and condi­ tions. By SIDNEY MARGOLIUS How To Cope With Food Prices storm signals are warning that working families- are in for a spell of high food prices. The Dun & Bradstreet wholesale index recently hit a four-months' peak. The Bureau of Labor Statistics wholesale food index has bounced up almost two percent in one month. How much should it cost you to feed your family? Based on BLS estimates, a family of four, with a boy of 13 and a girl of 8, can have nourishing meals for about $34 a week or $147 a month (figure 4 and 1/3 weeks in a month). These won't be the most luxurious meals, but not the lowest-cost possible either. Here are several points we'd like to suggest for keeping down your food bills: Use The School Lunch Program: Parents who have compared costs say they can't prepare lunches for the price—typically 30-35 centscharged for lunches served by many schools. If your own school isn't participating in this program (partly financed by surplus foods con­ tributed by the Federal Government) it's worth asking school author­ ities about the possibilities, or at least the likelihood of joining th» special milk program. Use These Low-Cost High-Value Foods Often: Several reasonablypriced foods are especially high in nourishment. One is non-fat milk powder. In baking and cooking, add extra dry milk to impi'ove nutri­ tion. Cakes and cookies supplemented this way also have better flavor and texture. One of the easiest ways to use dry skim milk is simply to mix it into regular milk for a drink that has excellent flavor, and gives, you more protein, minerals, and vitamins than regular milk. Other low-cost, high-value foods include canned corned beef and corned beef hash; variety meats; dried fruits (rich in iron too); peas, lentils and beans. Oatmeal is not only a high-nourishment, low-cost cereal but also a money-saving meat extender. Vegetables generally inexpensive for their high food value include carrots, kale, collards, spinach, green cabbage. Broilers have become quite a food bargain because of heavy supply, and also because they have become the supermarkets' favorite price leader, often offered at or near wholesale prices. Broilers are especi­ ally cheap in the fall. Buy Larger Meat Cuts: This department recently pointed out that you can save an average of 14 percent by buying stores' own brands, and another 17 percent, on the average, by buying larger sizes of pack­ aged foods. This saving applies to meat and poultry too. The whole ham often sells for less than the total of its parts, the New York State Extension Marketing Service points out. The whole broiler generally costs less per edible pound than chicken by the parts. A whole leg of lamb is more economical than parts and can be prepared by the butcher so you'll have three meals out of It (lamb steaks, center roast and lamb stew or curry from tiie shank). �rate T«a SKAFAnERS tOG Military Approves '50-50'|™CXFIC On Coal For German Bases WASHINGTON—Following angry protests from US maritime unions and members of Congress, the Defense Department has agreed that shipment of coal to military bases overseas will be handled under the "50-50" law. That means that' about 20 shiploads of coal will become available to"^ US-flag tramp and bulk car­ policy on purchases of coal for coal mined in this country to . US military installations abroad must West German bases. riers. The necessary coal had former­ go "100 percent by American- The Department had planned to ship some 40 shiploads of coal to Germany on foreign-flag vessels. The excuse offered was that the coal was "commercial" cargo be­ cause it was being brought by a West German supplier who, in turn, sells the coal to the Army. Gov't Order Actually, the coal movement was the product of a Government order for the Army in Germany to use American coal as a means of conserving foreign exchange and American dollars. Consequent­ ly, the coal is being purchased specifically for Government use. Ironically, the original "50-50" beef, back in the late 1940's was on this very issue, the shipment of US coal abroad. The beef developed when the Defense Department switched its Marine Firemen Discuss Vital Convention Issues ly been bought from West Ger­ flag vessels." The riled Representatives re man suppliers, but in a move to SAN FRANCISCO—The first biennial convention of th« "reduce the unfavorable balance ceived quick assurance from the I Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Asso­ of payments situation," the switch White House that it would launch ciation is convening here to discuss issues vitally affecting the from German to American coal an investigation, and would ask Union and the rest of the SIU-» was made to keep US dollars in that "consideration be given to reports on MFOW business, bring­ the applicability of the Cargo Pacific District. the United States. ing delegates up to date on the The convention, which takes Preference Act" (the 50-50 law). Therefore the Defense Depart­ The White House communique the place of the annual MFOW situations in all ports, and several ment went ahead and purchased speakers from outside the Marina 440,800 tons of American coal went on to say that, "we will cer­ agents'' conference, opened August Firemen's Union, such as the labor 28 and is expected to last until the fabout 40 to 44 Liberty shiploads). tainly check into the matter of movement in general and the other middle of this month. They then diecided that the cargoes using foreign-flag ships for this All members in good standing SlU Pacific District Unions, hava would be carried abroad in foreign movement. It is our understand­ ing that the Department of De­ are eligible to attend as fraternal been presented to the convention. flag tramp ships. Important topics under discus­ fense is asking for bids at prices delegates to the convention. Frater­ Congressmen Act sion at the convention include tha nal delegates are being encouraged Rep. Tollefson (Rep.-Wash) and delivered in Germany and has to make recommendations for the coming negotiations with shipown­ Rep. Bonner (Dem.-NC) sprang to not specified the method of trans­ negotiating committee. The sugges­ ers, welfare, pensions, automation, the defense of American shipping portation." tions will come from the floor of overhauling of contract language, Mr. Tollefson cited the statute the convention and from written ship'ping rules and developmenta and seamen. The first move was a letter by Tollefson to the White which says: "Only vessels of the memoranda from men in all ports. among affiliated unions. House which stated that existing United States or belonging to the Discuss Manning Officials Report statutes require that shipment of US, may he used in the transpor­ Also to be discussed at the con­ Official delegates to the conven­ tation by sea of supplies bought for the Army, Navy, Air Force or tion include the Union president, vention are the quick turnarounds Marine Corps. However If the vice president, treasurer and in West Coast ports and the man­ President finds that the freight branch port agents, plus three ning scale controversies which have charge by those vessels Is ex­ elected delegates from headquar­ been arising recently on the new cessive or otherwise undeasonable, ters and one elected delegate from Searacers and recently modernized vessels. contracts for transportation may each of the branch ports. Morning sessions will be open Union officials have presented be made as otherwise provided Joe Algina, Safety Director for general discussion of the agen­ by law." da, while the afternoons will be Would Be Illegal reserved for business conducted by New problems for the fire-iighter have developed out of every new Rep. Bonner stated that because the various convention committees. advance and change brought about by science. In many cases, the prob­ of this statute, it would he illegal, The convention, held as It is lems were not even recognized until a disastrous accident occurred. to ship the cargo in other than during a critical time for the mari­ When gasoline was first introduced as a retail item, it was sold over US flag ships. time industry and a critical period the counter in drugstores. Many may remember the serious accidents Tollefson then stated that the SAN FRANCISCO—MCS Secre- of world affairs, is expected to he that occurred until the use of gasoline was brought under control. refusal to ship American was a tary-Treasurer Ed Turner ad­ one of the most important functions Today, despite some bad accidents and fires, oiir experience with sham. "The reason for purchasing dressed MFOW convention and re­ of the Marine Firemen's Union. the handling of gasoline is pretty good when you consider the billions coal in the United States was to ceived 100 percent support for es­ of gallons used annually in this country. The hazards are still there, keep US dollars in this country, tablishment of Paciflo District but they have been brought under control by knowledge, planning and the cost of ocean freight on th^ Food Committee to determine understanding. The same should apply in the field of atomic energy coal would be higher than the standards of feeding and provision­ and radioactive materials, where a real attempt is being made in many cost of coal Itself. Therefore," he ing on West Coast Ships. SUP and areas to analyze and plan for a potential hazard before it gets out of went on, "more American dollars MFOW issue formal notices of elec­ would be paid to foreign flag ves­ tion of officers . . . WILMINGTONhand. Proper information and training can help us handle radiation hazards sels than would be paid to US SAN PEDRO—SUP jaintor reports Just as well as any other hazard that comes up. Once we really know coal producers," he concluded. new auto accident. lIlCS reports new what we're up against and the precautions that can be taken against it, contract for Motorship Princess a SAN FRANCISCO—SlU Pacific radiation hazards shouldn't be regarded as being more dangerous than new venture in the harbor. MFOW any other. shipping only fair . . . SEATTLE— District seamen are now sailing on This is another way of saying, as far as shipboard accident preven­ Unmanned barge service from here the cigar run. One of the largest shipments of tion is concerned, that some serious pre-fire planning is necessary may cut into SUP and Pacific Dis­ where cargoes of radioactive materials are involved. Regular fire and trict Jobs. MCS hopeful that Skag- Philippine cigars ever to enter the boat drilis are routine aboard on a ship today, although many seamen way ferry service will become re­ US was unloaded recently in San have gone through the same motions a hundred times without ever ality, as is MFOW . . , PORTLAND Francisco from the President getting near a fire. The practice and planning is what counts In case —Union shop change in agreement Hoover (APL) after a trip from an emergency arises. ' will aid MCS hall service members Manila. The shipment, nearly a Now we have a situation where more and more ships are cari-ying there. SUP squares optical plan million hand-rolled log-filler ci­ containerized radioactive materials as a routine cargo item. What's I beef , . . HONOLULU—More MCS gars, marks a strong return of lacking right now is adequate information for the crewmembers, li­ i members shipping out of Honolulu. Philippine tobacco into the Ameri­ censed and unlicensed alike, about the thing they may have to deal 1 SUP handles large number of ships can market, after the breakdownwith in the event of fire. The danger is not an outright atomic explosion, [in transit with all beefs squared In trade between the US and the as some might think; the basic danger is possible radioactive contam­ away . . . NEW ORLEANS—SUP important Caribbean tobacco pro­ ination if a fire or accident develops where these cargoes are stowed. f bosun hospitalized off Hawaiian ducer, Cuba. A snap decision to jettison the stuff over the side is not the answer. Pacific District Seafarers on the I Tourist. MFOW crews WeyerhaeusAs minimum precautions, when radioactive materials are aboard ship, 'er ships . , . NEW YORK—Ship- President Cleveland (APL) have notices should be posted telling the location of the cargo and what ' ping picks up slightly after strike. brought over another load of the radiation levels are involved. Are the containers liable to be affected SUP reports. Red Ramsey, MFOW Manila cigars, which required spe­ by the fire . . . would the radioactive material be affected chemically I port agent, attending convention. cial handling on the long voyage. by smoke, heat or fire? Is the material itself of a combustible or flam­ mable nature? Should radiation detection instruments be used before approaching ... are such instruments available and does anyone aboard know how to read and interpret them? A ship at sea is in a different kind of a predicament when a fire breaks out. It has the advantage of an unlimited water supply but its MC&S Total SUP Port 1 MFOW safety hinges on having the best available equipment and the trained 7/27 to 8/24 1 8/1 to 8/31 7/10 to 8/21 1 ^ personnel with the energy and ability to use them. Pre-fire planning with re.gard to radioactive cargoes has to be integrated with routine 219 388 708 San Fran. 1,313 fire-fighting procedures aboard ship because we have to look ahead and 82 . ^ 49 182 Seattle prepare for these hazards in advance. 313 Growing awareness of safety needs in the home is making a field 29 74 Portland 126 229 day for some house-to-house salesmen out for a fast buck from unwary householders. The National Safety Council has issued several warnings 110 (no hall) Wilmington 442 552 about pitchmen who actually create hazards in the house in eagerness SHORE WEAR t SEA CEAR 30 New York 32 108 168 for a sale. Among the latest gimmicks are worthless or downright harmful fire SEA GEAR t SHORE WEAR (no hall) 0 New Orleans 76 76 extinguishers for up to $10. One man was killed when an extinguisher 20 92 exploded in his face and others have been burned by leaky chemicals Honolulu 38 34 from faulty containers. Home owners have also been taken for large (no hall) (no hall) 180 San Pedro 180 sums when purchasing very elaborate but worthless lightning rods. iCovvnents and suggestions are invited by the Department and can 625 Total 1,674 2,925~" 626 1 be submitted to this column, care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) Pre-Fire Planning: Know Your Hazards In Pacific Ports West Coast Developing Cigar Run — for SlU MEMBERS! NEEO;NS©\SE4R ANPSMO^WeAl^WMATbaiHBWSH TOASCUvVESTEfg* AU-ATSREOAL. sfAoiesr PRICES your SEA CHEST Pacific District Shipping �fcylnrtM. mi SEAFARERS V«fe Hevea LOG 'MfAjr Not Use The All-Purpose Vitamin?' Xieg:islatiire Bay Murdock, Director CELLER PROBE.—The House Committee on the Judiciary Is seri­ ously considering a probe of monopoly problems in the ocean ship­ ping Industry. It is expected that the operating-differential subsidy program administered by the Maritime Administration would be the target of a new inquiry and would receive special scrutiny. A number of operating-differential subsidy applications are pending at MA; some have been tangled in legal and administrative proceedings for as long as five years. The Celler Antitrust Subcommittee recently concluded hearings on alleged violations of the 1916 Shipping Act by steamship companies in the United States foreign trade and steamship conferences. 3» t- 4" MARITIME STATISTICS.—MA has reported that there were 917 vessels of 1,000 gross tons and over in the active oceangoing US mer­ chant fleet on August 1. This is an increase of 296 over the number active on July 1. The large increase was due to the return to service of vessels which were idle during the maritime J strike. Of the 917 active vessels, 38 were Government-owned and 879 were privately-owned. The pilvately-owned fleet showed an increase of 286 active vessels and a decrease of 287 inactive vessels. Two freighters, the Del Oro and the Solon Turman, wera delivered from construction. One freighter, the Globe Progress, was transferred back to the United States from foreign flag. Thrge vessels were sold ' ^ for scrap, the Danny Boy, Orient Point, and Maracaibo. The tanker Chiwawa was converted to a dry cargo vessel for Great Lakes service. The total privately-owned fleet decreased by one to 988. Of the 109 privately-owned inactive vessels, two combination ships, 10 freighters, and nine tankers were undergoing repair or con­ version or reactivation. MA's active fleet increased by 10 ships, while its inactive fleet decreased by 18. The total United States merchant fleet decreased by 9 to 2,947. The total of large merchant ships on order or under construction in US shipyards decreased by two to 84. S' The urgent need of trade union participa­ tion in any redrafting of America's merchant marine program was shown by the request of Secretary of Commerce Luther Hodges for recommendations on the Government's policy in that area. A great many organizations in the ship­ ping field responded with specific proposals dealing with their area of immediate inter­ est. But it remained for the Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO, to submit a program which dealt with all the problems confront­ ing the American Merchant Marine. (For the full details of the MTD's proposals, see page 12). Obviously, the piecemeal approach to the industry's problem's is doomed to failure be­ cause the ills of the Industry cannot be re­ solved by patchwork tactics. This has long been realized by the maritime unions. It was a principal reason why, last December, they formed the National Committee for Maritime Bargaining so as to win from shipowners the realization that an industry-wide ap­ proach is needed, that it no longer made sense for any one segment of the industry to pursue its own interests. and ignore the needs of the rest of the operators and of the seamen who depend on the industry for a living. Further, the unions pointed to the vast changes in our trade since 1936 and the need to overhaul our maritime program. The MTD proposals deal with the needs of every segment of the shipping industry and offer specific and workable suggestions for meeting those needs. It is hoped that the Secretary of Commerce, in drafting his own report to President Kennedy, will make good use of the material submitted to him by the Department. New Bid By Riiffiafways Shortly after the National Labor Relations lution is to have an adequate merchant fleet Board issued its ruling on the Yarmouth, or­ under the American-flag. The runaways. De­ dering the owners to deal with the SIU, the fense admitted, are a poor substitute for runaway operators undertook a new cam­ American ships. US unions have pointed out on several paign to preserve their privileged sanctuary occasions that runaway ships will work for where they evade US taxes and US wages. The latest bid by the runaways consisted the highest bidder, even if that bidder hap­ of enlisting the Department of Defense and pens to be the Soviet Union. Further, the the State Department in an attempt to sell unions point to the fact that these ships are Congress the idea that it would be dangerous manned by crews who owe no allegiance to to US security to disturb the runaways. The the United States and who may, in fact, be Republic of Panama got in a feeble lick of actively hostile to this country. At a time of its own when it protested the "invasion" of international crisis, such a situation could its sovereignty by the NLRB. (The Yar­ lead to serious complications. mouth, a Panamanian-flag ship, has never No amount of rationalization or squirming been to Panama). by the runaways or by any Government Even while putting out its pitch, the De­ agency in their behalf, is going to change fense Department conceded that the best so­ these basic facts. SOVIET MARITIME EXPANSION.— E. Germany is building four 18,500-ton liners for Soviet account. News of the construction was re­ ported in the August 8 edition of the NY Journal of Commerce. This four ship project does not include the construction of a 30,000-tom passenger liner which has already been assigned to a Russian ship­ yard, These vessels will carry 750 passengers, and will travel at a speed of 20 knots. Delivery is anticipated in 1964. The SIU Legisla­ tive Department reported on August 15 that the USSR had 21 pas­ senger-cargo vessels of 113,000 gross tons on order January 1, 1961. The present announcement, therefore, indicates orders over and abova those already reported. 4" 4» 4" RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.—MA has announced that the research engineering staffs and facilities of the University of Califor­ nia, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Stevens Institute of Technology will be employed to study the effects of "sea slamming" on ship structures, seakeeping qualities of ships, and ship controllabil­ ity. The University of California will conduct studies aimed at the reduction of both local structural bottom damage and super-imposed hull stresses associated with sea slamming of merchant ships. The contract also calls for the development of a long-range program in ship structural design and related subjects. The contract with MIT calls for implementing research in seakeeping qualities of vessels. This will include research into increasing ship speed in head seas, which will entail analyses of ship motion data and model experiments in regular and irregular waves, verifying by spectrum analysis their relation to actual sea status. The third university, Stevens Institute of Technology, will deal with implementation of long-range research in ship controllability. Tliis will require research evaluation of the hydrodynamics of merchant ship turning and steering, looking toward the improvement of merchant vessel steering in rough seas and ma­ neuvering qualities in restricted waters. Each of the three contracts stipulates that expenditures will not exceed $50,000. 4< 4> 4- RIGHT TO WORK.—The National Right-to-Work Committee is planning to accelerate its campaign in states which do not have rightto-work laws. They have recently held meetings in California, Colo­ rado, Wyoming, Illinois, and Oklahoma. Plans are now being formu­ lated to conduct active campaigns in Kentucky, Louisiana, Rhode Is­ land, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and Alaska , . . Nebraska has recently adopted a statute designed to outlaw the "agency shop." The Labor Committee of Nebraska's unicameral leg­ islature approved the measure by a 6 to 3 vote. It was then passed by the full legislature . . . The National Committee plans to present 13 radio programs this fall aimed at arousing anti-union sentiment. The series will carry the misleading title; "The Blessings of Liberty." LEGISLATIVE ROUNDUP.—Tht Sentte has approved S. 1729, a measure to provide new services which the Federal Government now provides to American businessmen interested in exporting their prod­ ucts and services. The bill now goes to the House . . . The House has passed HR 6309, a bill to increase from 75 to 90 percent the permissi­ ble payment to an operator of accrued operating subsidy . . . Other bills passed in the House include: HR 6732, designed to encourage the construction and maintenance of American-flag vessels built in Ameri­ can shipyards; HR 6974, to authorize subsidized operator to make ex­ penditures from capital reserve funds for purposes of research, de­ velopment, and design expenses; and S. 2187, to implement the pro­ visions of the International Convention for the Prevention of tha Pollution of the Sea by Oil, 1954 . . . Representative Powell (Dem), New York, has filed a favorable report on HR 8723. The measura would amend the Welfare and Pension Plans Disclosure Act with re­ spect to the method of enforcement and provide certain additional sanctions �Pace TV^TW SEAFARERS SCHEDDLE OF SlU MEETINGS SlU membership meeN Ings are held regularly once a month on days in­ dicated by the SlU Con­ stitution, at 2:30 PM in the listed SlU ports below. All Seafarers are ex­ pected to attend. Those who wish to be excused should request permission by telegram (be sure to include registration num­ ber). The next SlU meet­ ings will be: New York October Philadelphia October Baltimore October Detroit October Houston October New Orleans October Mobile October 2 3 4 6 9 10 11 MEBAPact Has Dental Care Plan NEW YORK—District 2 oi the Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation, announced the signing of a new three year agreement, with their offshore shipping com­ panies. With the old contract scheduled to expire on September 30, the conclusion of contract parlays came 22 days short of the deadline. The District 2 agreements ap­ proximate those already signed by the other MEBA districts. How­ ever District 2's contract includes a few unique fringe benefits. Raymond T. McKay, presidentbusiness manager of District 2, pointed out that the contracted companies have agreed to make contributions to finance the first dental program in the maritime field. The new plan will provide dental care for District 2 men and their families. The dental, safety and education programs head up the first year's gains in the newly concluded agreements. District 2 also secured vested pensions, improved over­ time pay and additional welfare plan contributions within the framework of the first year of the contract. The agreement also guarantees two SVa percent increases, apply­ ing to wages or benefits, to take effect at the start of the second and third years of the agreement. The existing vacation allotment of five days a month for dry cargo ships, and 10 days a month for tankers will still stand. The most important issue in­ cluded in the new contract re­ garding the future, is the right of District 2 to organize and negotiate contracts for the foreign-flag ships operated by its contracted com­ panies and their affiliates. Dis­ trict 2 will also participate in the new joint committee to promote the US merchant marine and create additional job opportunities for American seamen. The SIU Is also part of this important com­ mittee. The new benefits will take ef­ fect as of September 1, 1961. They expire on June 15, 1964. District 2's contract covers 25 deep-sea companies operating 100 ships. Among them are Isthmian, Isbrandtsen and Victory Carriers. It also holds contracts, with op­ erators on the Great Lakes and the Inland waterways. LOG INI TEXT OF MTD PROGRAM TO REVIVE US SHIPPING The iollowing is the text of the program submit' ted to Secretary of Com' merce Luther Hodges by the Maritime Trades De­ partment, AFL-CIO. The MTD program deals spe­ cifically with the needs of all segments of the US mar­ itime industry—liner serv­ ices, bulk carriers, domestic ships, tankers and Lakes ships. HE decline of the American maritime industry since World War II con­ stitutes a national disaster. At the end of the War the T merchant marine of the United States, and our capacity to build ships of all types, were greater than those of the rest of the world combined. Today, among Western powers, we rank fourth as a maritime power, after Great Britain, Norway, and Liberia. Today, we are carrying only a tiny fraction of the imported commodities which are essential to our prosperity and national defense, less than about 10 per­ cent of our foreign commerce, only about 20 percent of our outbound foreign-aid cargo, and our shipbuilding capacity bas dwindled in proportion. Fourfifths of the qualified and docu­ mented American seamen are employed outside industry, and a great majority of the arts and crafts essential to shipbuilding have been obliged to seek em­ ployment elsewhere. Our recommendations to meet and overcome this disaster will be presented on the basis of the various segments of the mari­ time industry, I. Operating-Differential and Construction Subsidies—The op­ erating and construction subsi­ dies were established by the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. This Act was based upon the as­ sumption that tramp shipping was dying, and that the ocean commerce of the world would be carried, by liner companies. These assumptions proved to be inaccurate so far as the United States is concerned. The subsi­ dies benefit only liner compa­ nies operating on essential trade routes designated by the Mari­ time Administration, llo^vever, since World War II, the United States has become an importing country, rather than an export­ ing country,' and today more than 80 percent of our foreign commerce is carried on tramp ships. The largest-volume of our exports now consists of grains and other cargoes shipped un­ der the foreign-aid program. Most of our imports consist of bulk cargoes, such as oil, ores, and sugar. The United States has almost completely failed to develop a bulk fleet, with the result that almost all of these strategic materials are import­ ed on foreign-flag ships. There­ fore, the Department recom­ mends: That the entire subsidy pro­ gram be reviewed and revised, so that construction subsidies shall be made available to all segments of our merchant ma­ rine; and that operating subsi­ dies be made available to all segments of our merchant ma­ rine which are in competition with foreign shipping. II. Domestic Shipping—Prior to World War II, In number of ers and tramps. This includes fleets to foreign flags, such aa ships, tonnage, and men em­ practically all of our imported that of Liberia, (thereby escap­ ployed, the largest segment of petroleum, iron ore, bauxite, ing American taxation and the our merchant marine was en­ other imported ores, sugar, and obligation to obey American gaged In coastwise and inter- other strategic commodities. labor and other laws), and then coastal shipping. Primarily, it Only a very small and decreas­ compete with the dwindling was domestic shipping which ing fraction of these strategic American-flag • fleets in our built our great port cities and commodities are carried on foreign commerce. MTD there­ provided transportation and American-flag vessels. In spite fore recommends: communication between all parts of the law, far less than 50 per­ 1. That Congress enact into of our country. At the beginning cent of our exported foreign-aid law the recommendation made of World War II about 70 per­ cargoes are carried on Ameri­ by the President In his tax cent of our merchant marine was can-flag vessels. American-flag ^message of April 20, 1961, and engaged in domestic shipping; tankers and tramps are excluded by the Secretary of the Treas­ as of today, practically all of from carrying imports by the ury In his statement of May that shipping has disappeared. unfair competition of runaway- 3, 1961, before the House Com­ The last coastwise common car­ flag ship owned by Ameijcans. mittee on Ways and Means, rier on the Pacific coast became Their percentage of the foreign that the tax haven device, as insolvent and died about two aid cargoes is minimized by reg­ exemplified by the runawayyears ago. On the Atlantic and ulations of the Department of flag program, be eliminated. Gulf coasts, where formerly Agriculture. The MTD therefore 2. As an alternative. Con­ scores of companies operated makes the following recom­ gress ought to enact legislation profitably, today only two com­ mendations: such as outlined in III, 3, above. panies operating nine ships are 1. Administrative Actions. 4> 4 4' left, and they are operating at (a) It is the commercial prac­ V. Great Lakes—Practically a'current loss. These results have ensued notwithstanding the tice to prepay ocean freight on all of our shipping on the Great fact that of all American ship­ surrender of the bill of lading Lakes is over-age. Many ves­ ping companies, the most ef­ at the loading port. This prac­ sels are more than 50 years old. ficient, the ones which have tice" is applied by the Depart­ Because of the competition of made the greatest efforts to ment of Agriculture to liner ves­ other forms of transportation, mechanize and automate their sels carrying foreign aid cargo. find foreign shipping, there Is operations, are tfie domestic However, it is not applied to little incentive for American shipping companies. The wage most tramp and tanker owners, capital to invest in new ships. costs of these two remaining who are only paid after arrival MTD therefore recommends: 1. That the construction sub­ coastwise common carriers on of the vessels at discharge ports. (b) The Department of Agri­ sidy be extended to Great the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, amount to only about 20 percent culture and ICA ought to es­ Lakes shipping. 2. That the Maritime Ad­ of their total operating cost, tablish uniform charter parties which we think is unparalleled and policies to insure that for­ ministration and other-Govern­ In American industry. Many stu­ eign nations will not utilize ment agencies, cooperate with dies have been made of domestic funds allocated for transporta­ maritime management and la­ bor in the development of a shipping, all of which point up tion on US vessels by obtaining program iq Increased shipborne and prove that the evils which excessive dispatch and carrying cargo in and to and from the charges, and other practices not have destroyed this segment of the industry are: (1) Official common in normal commercial Great Lakes area, neglect, since no agency of the transactions. 4 4 4 (c) Military dry cargo and Government has undertaken or VI. Research and Develop­ recommended any program to tanker vessels ought to be used ment—The obsolescence of our revive domestic shipping; (2) Se­ only when privately-owned tank­ merchant marine, and of cargo lective rate-cutting by the rail­ ers and dry cargo vessels are handling gear and methods roads. To correct this disaster- not available at reasonable rates place the American maritime ous situation, MTD makes the for either time or voyage industry at a disadvantage with charter. following recommendations: foreign competition. The MTD 2. Executive Action — The therefore recommends: 1. The new Maritime Admin­ istration created under Reorgan­ President of the United States 1. That Government ^agencies ization Plan No. 7 should have established the present oil im­ expand their programs for the within it an office to which is port quotas in Presidential development of quicker, more assigned as a primary responsi­ Proclamation No. 3279 of March efficient, and less costly ships, bility the development and im­ 10, 1959. To this proclamation gear and methods. 2. Consideration should be plementation of plans to resus­ ought to be added the following given to the advisability of citate the domestic deep-water requirement: "Any person importing pe­ granting tax exemption to a fleet. percentage of income of com­ 2. The Interstate Commerce troleum in excess of 1,000 bar­ Commission ought to develop a rels a day whether crude, un­ panies in all segments of the industry, providing such per­ consistent policy, within present finished oils, finished petroleum law, which will insure: (a) pres­ products or residual fuels, or centage is used In research and ervation of the ihserent advan­ ores, into the United ^States development. tages of the coastwise carrier, must transport at least 50 per­ 4 4 4 and (b) enforcement of the co- cent of such importations in ves­ VII. Shipbuilding—As point­ oi'dination J)etween rail and sels registered under the laws ed out above, the decline of coastal water carriers required of the United States, which ves­ American shipping has inevit­ sels are owned at least 75 per­ ably resulted" in a decline of by the statutes. 3. The Merehant Marine Act cent by citizens of the United American shipbuilding and re­ should be amended to provide States, within the meaning of pairs. Highly skilled crafts­ construction subsidy for coast­ Section 2 of the Shipping Act, men and professional people 1916, as amended, 46 U.S.C. 802, wise and intercoastal vessels. have been driven out of the shipbuilding Industry into other 4. (a) The bulk commodity ex­ and have coastwise privileges in emptions in Section 303 (b) of accordance with the provisions industries. In 1957, in 91 ship repair yards, 37,600 skilled the Interstate Commerce Act of section 27 of the Merchant ought to be repealed, (b) Owner­ Marine Act of 1920, as amended, workers were employed; in 1960 there were only 20,200 in ship of common carriers by ship­ 46 U.S.C. 883." 3. Legislative Action—As an 77 yards. It Is incredible that pers, and vice versa, ought to alternative to the foregoing we should allow this decay of be prohibited. 5. Amend Section 805a of the recommended executive action. our shipbuilding industry, when Merchant Marine Act to pro­ Congress ought to extend the 79 percent of our trade cargo cargo preference laws so as to and 54 percent of tankers are hibit carriage of coastwise and provide that a stated per­ more than 15 years old. These Intercoastal traffic by subsidized centage of imported strategic ships are obsolete and ought lines when the same routes are commodities must be shipped to be replaced. The MTD there­ served by unsubsidized lines. fore recommends: 6. Amend the cu.stoms laws to on American-flag vessels. That laws be enacted which 4" 4 4" extend permission for bonded IV. Runaway-Flag Ships— will require that all Americanbunkers to the coastwise trades. The cancer which Is destroy­ owned ships engaged in the 4" 4" 4" HI. American-Flag Tanker and ing the American shipping in- domestic or foreign trades must Tramp Fleets—As noted above, -.dustry is the runaway-flag de­ be constructed, repaired.. or most of our foreign commerce vice, under which great Amer­ renovated in American ship­ is carried on foreign-flag tank­ ican corporations transfer their yards. �r.tta MTD Labor Day In Baltimore L0G Wage TUrfecs On Saturday, Septem­ ber 2, more than 10,000 union members and their families came out for a gala Labor Day picnic thrown by the Baltimore Port Council of the Mari­ time Trades Department. Members of MTD-affiliated unions, Including Seafarers, kept the crowd well fed and happy with five tons of chicken, a ton and a half of potato salad, a ton of baked beans, and a half ton of frankfurters. No figures were given on the amount of bicarb con­ sumed, but all agreed it was a fine way to cele­ brate Labor Day. Bozo the clown gets smiles from the kids with his takeoff on rabbit trick. Thats fust part of the chicken cooked to feed the 10,000 at the picnic. Barbeque pits kept going all day. Family group digs Into the barbecued chicken at the picnic tables. "•]W\ T / All aboard for the miniature train ride, one of the many amusements offered. ~ That's "Baby George" getting a lift to the microphone. Viiik \ This little Miss wasn't sure of photogra­ pher's Intentions. J �gEAFARERS New, Higher 5IU Benefits Go Info Effect October I m Sweeping gains in SIU welfare and vacation programs get underway on October 1, 1961, as part of the contract package won by the Union during the recent negotiations. The changes represent major gains in Seafarers' hospital, pension and vacation benefits and ex­ tend welfare coverage to SIU-*outpatients for the first time. (See details under separate SIU outpatients not receiving maintenance and cure are urged headings below). to apply at any SIU hall as early as possible starting October 1 An additional gain for SIU pen­ to allow time for processing of the new $56 weekly Sickness and sioners was just approved by the JVccident Benefit. Seafarers who do not expect to be outpatients trustees on September 20 to as­ for at least seven days should not apply since the first week's sure that dependents designated as benefits cannot be paid until a full week has actually passed. the beneficiary o£ SIU oldtlmers Thus, Monday, October 9, Is the first day when Seafarers on out­ will receive the regular $4,000 SIU patient status back to October 1 can qualify for their week's death benefit. This amounts to a benefits. change in the pension program as Seafarers must present a "not fit for duty" slip or similar originally announced two months medical record at the time of application. Men released from a ago. hospital as outpatients are reminded \hat they should also reg­ Designated beneficiaries who are ister within 48 hours to get day for day credit on the shipping not dependents of a pensioner will list for in-patient time up to 30 days. Outpatients" can be regis­ still qualify for a $1,000 dfeath tered for shipping and still receive weekly benefits if they're not benefit. These changes do not in getting maintenance and cure. All applications will be processed any way affect the $4,000 death at headquarters. Checks will be forwarded to the outports in ths benefit rate for active Seafarers. same manner as Vacation Plan payments. How To Collect Outpatient S $ t, $ In-Hospital Benefits Seafarers' in-hospital benefits will almost triple on October 1 when the new $8 daily rate goes into effect for regular inpatients. The $8 rate will apply for up to 39 weeks of hospitalization in any calendar year. Howevef, Seafarers cannot col­ lect more than 39 weeks of bene­ fits at $56 per week in any combi­ nation of inpatient and outpatient time during the same calendar year. Thus, if a Seafarer is hospi­ talized for five weeks, then re­ leased as an outpatient and is not receiving maintenance and cure, he would qualify for up to 34 more weeks of benefits as an outpatient that year. In the past, a Seafarer may have been discharged from the hospital with a "not fit for duty" and not be eligible for any benefit unless he qualified for maintenance and cure". The new benefit will there­ fore assure Seafarers needed pro­ tection for 39 weeks even though they may have been discharged from the hospital. If hospitalization is required for more than 39 weeks, benefits will continue at the current rate of $3 per day regardless of the length of stay in the hospital. This main­ tains the unique feature of the SIU Welfare Plan providing for the unlimited duration of hospital benefits to cover severe, chronic illness. lect more than 39 weeks of bene­ fits at $56 per week in any combi­ nation of inpatient and outpatient time during the same calendar year. , 4^ it Normal Pension At Age 65 All Seafarers who are 65 or over and have discharges showing at least 15 years of seatime (5,475 days) on ships for which the SIU furnished crewmembers will qual­ ify after October 1 for a normal pension of $150 monthly. They must meet the basic seatime re­ quirement of one day's seatime in the last six months and 90 days in the last calendar year at the time of application. No showing of dis­ ability is necessary. In addition to the $150 per month pension payment, the pen­ sioner and his dependents are eli­ gible for the full hospital-medicalsurgical coverage provided by the Welfare Plan. Under an amendment just ap­ proved, a dependent designated as the beneficiary of a pensioner qualifies for the regular $4,000 SIU death benefit. All other benefici­ aries qualify for a $1,000 death benefit. This amendment is designed to assure full protection to members of the immediate family of a pen­ sioner. The same provision applies to Seafarers receiving disability pensions. hospital-medical-surgical coverage provided by the Welfare Plan. In addition, a dependent desig­ nated as the beneficiary of a pen­ sioner qualifies for the full $4,000 SIU death benefit. A $1,000 death benefit Is payable for all other beneficiaries. ^ \ INl LOG » Continuous Service Vacation Benefits Joseph Volpian, Social Security Director Disabled Still Qualify for US Benefits Under the Seafarer' pension program as it exists today and as it will change beginning October 1, eligible SIU oldtlmers have always had the full protection of US Social Security benefits as well as their SIU benefits earned on the basis of seatime. Last year, and again in 1961, a number of changes have occurred in the Federal Social Security program and have been reported here from time to time. Under this year's law, there is one other key change that can save benefits for those who can least afford to lose them—the disabled and their famU lies. Until the new amendments were signed, a worker with a.sever dis­ ability of some years standing had until June SO, 1961, to apply for his US disability insurance benefits. Disabled workers who had been unable to work for some years, and Vho delayed applying beyond that date, could lose all rights to current and future benefits for themselves and their dependents. In the 1961 amendments. Congress has given these disabled workers one year more—until June 30, 1962—to apply for benefits through their local Social Security office under the dis­ ability provisions of the law. To be eligible for Federal disability insurance benefits, a worker must have credit for at least 5 years work under Social Security dur­ ing 10 years before disability began. In addition, he must be so severely disabled that he cannot do any substantial gainful work. The disability must have existed for at least 6 months and be expected to continue indefintely. While a worker is receiving disability insurance benefits under So­ cial Security, dependents benefits can be paid to certain members of his family—just as in the case of a retired worker. Payment, can go to any of his children who are under age 18, or who have been totally disabled since before they reached 18. His wife, regardless of her age, can be paid benefits if she has a child in her care who is eligible for these dependents benefits. If there is no child eligible for benefits, the wife may qualify for payments when she herself, reaches 62. Any Seafarer who believes he may be eligible for these disability benefits should get in touch with his Social Security office. Anyone who is unable to visit his Social Security office may telephone or write, or may contact an SIU Welfare representative to obtain the proper infor­ mation. (•Comments ond suggestions are invited by the Department and can be submitted to this column care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) starting October 1, Seafarers who work on the same vessel for 365 days or more will earn vaca­ tion pay at the rate of $800 per year. Any seatime over a full year will be pro-rated at the $800-figure. In "order to receive this amount, a Seafarer must pay off the vessel at the next regular port of payoff. He thereafter can register im­ mediately for a new job but cannot compete at regular job calls for 60 days from the date of payoff unless there is an emergency where a vessel would sail shortA total of 35 SIU oldtlmers has now been added to the dis­ handed. ability-pension list this year in advance of the October 1 In computing seatime, temporary layoffs of 10 days or less do not starting date for the improved SIU pension program. (De­ count as a break in continuous tails on the new pension bene-" service. The $800 annual rate is tits appear in the story at based on continuous seatime be­ right.) ginning on or after October 1, Four of the additions to the dis­ 1961. ability roster in recent weeks in­ t t 4i clude Seafarers Paul R. Albano, 57, Broken Service of Galveston: William A. Brewer, 59, of Baltimore; Loyd J. Griffis, Vacation Benefit There is no change in the exist­ 62, of Beaumont, Miss., and John O. ing vacation pay program based on Morrison, 68, of Tampa. All qual­ a $400 annual vacation pay rate ified for the $35 weekly benefit 4" t 4" Morrison covering 360 days of seatime on (changed to $150 monthly beginning Griffls 4) 4" <4 Outpatient more than one vessel or for more partment veteran with SIU seatimo Disability Pension than one employer. Benefits since 1939. No longer able to sail The rules for this benefit, as Beginning October 1, a brandAt Any Age due to heart disease, he paid off new Sickness and Accident Benefit All totally disabled Seafarers re­ heretofore, enable a Seafarer to his last vessel, the Village, in of $56 weekly will cover out­ gardless of age who file discharges collect vacation pay pro-rated at March. He and his wife live in his patient Seafarers not receiving showing 12 years (4,380 days) of the $400 annual figure whenever hometown of Baltimore. maintenance and cure. This bene­ seatime on vessels for which the he accumulates at least 90 days of Old 'Black Gang' Men fit will extend welfare protection SIU furnished crewmembers qual­ seatime. Seafarers may pay off or for the first time to Seafarers on ify after October 1 for a disability remain aboard a vessel for any With eight years on the Alcoa outpatient treatment. pension of $150 per month. Sea­ length of time in accord-with the Polaris behind him. Brother Griffis It will apply only to Seafarers farers now receiving weekly spe­ seniority provisions of the SIU finally had to call it quits a year Brewer Albano who are not eligible for mainten­ cial disability benefits will auto­ contract while receiving this bene­ ago due to a disabling injury. He's ance and cure because an illness matically be transferred to the new fit. Oct. 1) due to permanent physical an oldtimer in the black gang and Consequently, a Seafarer who disabilities. or Injury occurred after they left disability pension list. served with the Navy in World a vessel. The $56 weekly rate will Those who apply for the dis­ has been on a vessel for a year, A member of the engine depart­ War II before joining the SIU. His be paid to outpatients for up to ability pension must also meet the but does not want to pay off, would ment, Brother Albano .last shipped next of kin is a sister in Mobile. 39 weeks, the same as for inpa­ basic seatime requirement and, receive the $400 benefit. He can in January on the Seagarden and Another engine department oldtients. once approved, they and their de­ only get the $800 by actually leav­ joined the SIU back in 1947. He's tinrter. Brother Morrison boasts SIU However, Seafarers cannot col- pendents are eligible for the full ing the ship. a native of Italy, now a naturalized membership back to 1938 in Jack­ U.S. citizen, and has a sister in sonville. He sailed until June as TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS AND BENEFITS ... Seafarers should be sure to obfolit a Mas­ Quincy, Mass. listed as next to kin. FWT on the Chickasaw but had to ter's certificate when getting off a vessel due to on illness or injury while In the service of He's been beached permanently by quit due to diabetes and a rheu­ matic heart. He and his wife re­ the vessel. This will eliminate delays and red tope when applying for benefits later on a heart condition. Brother Brewer is a steward de- side in Tampiu either as an inpatient or outpatient. k ' 4 More SIU Pensioners Up Year's Total To 35 �.Mcabnv ua SBAFARERS LOG 'n Coffee For LaSallo Seafarers Taf WttUm Bull C-4s In Shipyard For Container Conversion SEATTLE—Bull Line's two C-4s, which are to be converted into combination container and break bulk ships, arrived here at Todd's Shipyard for the conversion job. It is expected that the job will take about five months. break bulk cargo, about aa much The two C-4s, formerly break bulk as the existing C-2« known as the Marine Panther and carry at present. In addition, the the Marine Fox, had been used as C-4s are about IVi knots faster troopships by the military. The than the C-2s and have three Marine Panther has been renamed decks, offering more space for the Alecia, and the Marine Fox automobiles and other deck cargo the Dorothy. The present Dorothy, which are prominent Items in the a Liberty, will be renamed the Puerto Rico trade. • Margaret. The old Margaret was Bull already owns 166 containone of the Bull Line ships lost to ers and will be purchasing addi­ enemy action during World War II. tional ones for the new service. Tugs cut the two vessels out The company believes that the of the Suisun Bay, Calif., reserve combination of container and fleet anchorage and hauled them break bulk service is ideal in the to Seattle for the conversion and Puerto Rican trade. reactivation work. Interestingly enough, the en­ Traveling Cranes Set gineering work on the vessels was The conversion Job will be con­ done by a former Seafarer, Gran­ Seafarer Floyd Peavy (second cook) puts crust over beef pot pie for the La Salle's dinner. fined to the two after hatches. ville Parker, who is currently At right, Eli Zubotsky, 12-4 OS, sets up the percola^r with some fresh coffee. A traveling crane, designed by head of the engineering staff at Bull Line and built by Harn- the Bethlehem Steel shipyard in ishfeger, a Milwaukee concern, Brooklyn. will be installed on each ship Bull has made no secret of the aft of the midship house and the fact that the C-4 program is hatches remodeled to hold 35-foot "make or break" for the company. iiisfSsi container boxes. The forward four, It has been losing money heavily hatches and their cargo gear will in the Puerto Rico trade and A two-month strike against the of all contractors or sub-contrac­ remain as is and be used for con­ claims it will have to discontinue Sinclair Oil Corporation by the Oil, tors on public projects. This clause ventional break bulk cargo. the service and lay up ships and Chemical & Atomic Workers union must be written into all construc­ The conversion will enable the crews unless the C-4 prograna was settled when the company tion projects of state, boroughs, agreed to negotiate with the union townships, school districts or any WASHINGTON —From a ship C-4s to carry 168 35-foot con­ serves to restore profitable opera­ on the amount of severance pay state agency. Rates will be de­ that skims on the top of the water tainers plus 400,000 cubic feet of tions in the trade. to be granted in cases of future termined by the state labor secre­ (a hydrofoil) it's just a short skip layoffs. The severance issue was tary who will take into considera­ and jump to a ship which doesn't the major cause of the strike which tion scales set up In union con­ touch the water at all. Hence the started when management refused tracts. announcement by the Maritime to change its policy of making uni­ 4" 4" 4" Administration of plans for a new lateral decisions on layoff pay. A "runaway" bloustr manufac­ kind of vessel, a "hovercraft." turer has been ordered by an 5" The MA announced it was ne­ A Chattanooga, Tenn., hospital's arbitrator to return to Philadel­ gotiating with a California firm display of an American Medical phia by the middle of this month for a design contract for the pro­ Cliff Wilson, Food and Ship Sanitation Director Association propaganda poster or pay $355,000 to the Interna­ posed vessel, which will not travel which calls health care for the tional Ladies Garment Workers on water at all, but will be sup­ aged "socialized medicine" was,at­ Union and 215 stranded employees. ported by a cushion of air trapped One of the steward's most important jobs is one which is often The arbitrator found that the between the bottom of the ship tacked by the city's AFL-CIO La­ bor Council. The council asked manufacturer violated its contract and the water. Similar vehicles overlooked. That is the somewhat tedious, but essential, job of keep­ that the poster be removed or, as with the union by moving its plant have been built on an experi­ ing proper records. The steward may be a top-notch cook and baker an alternative, the unions be per­ away from Philadelphia before its mental basis for travel over land. himself, he may run a heads-up department, but if his record-keeping mitted to place a poster next to the union contract expired, failing to The proposed prototype ship is inefficient and sloppy, he's going to run into trouble. Three-quarters AMA's explaining labor's support make proper payments to employe would be a small vessel in the 50 of the way out on a trip he's liable to find himself short of some ship­ for the proposed system "based on funds and other infractions. to 200-ton class. A 100-ton ship board essential, and the steward in tfiat kind of a spot can be on# The company was ordered to re­ would have a length of 142 feet, unhappy steward when the crew finds out what's missing. the text of the bill itself, rather The major job of record-keeping, of course, consists of the inven­ than propaganda." The poster in establish a plant in Philadelphia; would be 76 feet in the beam and question has also be sent to all pay $77,948 to the ILGWU welfare would have to generate 22,000 tory of ship's voyage stores. Other records to be kept include reefer AMA doctors for display In their funds and to former workers. If horsepower to lift the ship out of box temperatures to tnake sure that the refrigration system is func­ offices and waiting rooms. The the firm fails to do this, the arbi­ water and propel it at a speed of tioning properly. Then there are the supplies and equipment for the galley, dishes and tableware, needed repairs and similar items. All hospital had been built with Fed­ trator ruled it would have to pay 100 knots. the $355,000. these should be down in black and white. Next to running out of food, eral funds. Jets of Air Used 4" 4" 4" Si i. tThe hovercrafts built thus far running out of utensils, soap, linens and other necessaries can be very Workers in the ancient brewing have operated by spraying jets of aggravating, to say the least. An attempt by Teamsters head­ Know Status of Stores quarters to take over the finances industry must be alert against the compressed air through nozzles in A good steward should be able to know with reasonable accuracy and administration of four Team- elimination of jobs through auto­ the botton of the vehicle. The air eter locals in Cincinnati, whose mation, the 75th anniversary con­ cushion lifts the vehicle off the the quantities of stores remaining on board ship at any stage of a 4,000 members have voted to dis­ vention of the Brewery Workers ground, and it then can proceed given voyage. He should also be able to produce facts and figures at affiliate from the International, was warned.* Brewery Workers at high speed because it does not the end of the voyage to show where the food went. has been temporarily enjoined by President Karl F. Feller cautioned meet the resistance of a road sur­ Most companies issue a steward a record book called either "Voy­ in a speech at the Baltimore con­ • court decree. age Stores Record Book" or "Subsistence Stores Record Book," in face, only air resistance. Judge Charles S. Bell granted vention that all new contracts The proposed design program which the steward keeps a master list of all subsistence stores on an injunction Aug. 24 tying up should contain safeguards that will will provide for extensive model hand from the previous voyage, the variety and amount of stores records^ and assets of the four soften the impact of new equip­ test to determine performance requisitioned and received at the beginning of the trip, and the stores locals "in order to preserve them ment that is revolutionizing the in rough seas. requisitioned in the course of the trip if any. for whomsoever may be found to industry. This book then can be used to tell what was consumed during the Maritime's Research and De­ The convention was also told be the owners." The Judge refused voyage and what remains at the close of the trip. velopment Office believes that ves­ to recognize Harold J. Gibbons, that an unusual process to recon­ sels of this type can be used for Either the book itseif, or a separate requisition form is used to tell Teamster vice president, as trustee stitute beer from a concentrate has the coastwise trade and on short the company's pOrt steward what items are required for the next voy­ of the four locals. Gibbons was been developed. Tax hearings on offshore runs. age. The more detailed these requisitions are as to quantity, grade, appointed trustee by President the new process have been post­ Larger ships in the future are size, weight and count, the better off the steward is when the voyage poned until October; Hoffa the day after the locals seen as being even more efficient gets underway. If he isn't specific enough in his requisitions, he's ft 4" 4" voted to leave the International. US Education Commissioner and capable of traveling at equal­ liable to find he didn't get what he really wanted. Usually, this means 4" 4i 4" he will get inferior quality merchandise which makes the job of his Organized labor's long-term Sterling M. McMurrin told the ly high speeds. It is hoped that department that much harder. engineering toward the construc­ fight in Pennsylvania for prevail­ 4Sth convention of the American Always Check Deliveries ing minimum wages on public con­ Federation of Teachers meeting in tion of such a test vessel could It should never be taken for granted that this requisition will be begin sometime in 1962. struction projects ended in victory Philadelphia that higher salaries filled as is. Deliveries to the ship should be checked against the requi­ for the teaching profession are when Governor David L. Lawrence sition to make sure that they are what has been asked for. signed a new act. The law requires imperative if American education Food Plan representatives find time and again tliat failure to check that the prevailing minimum wage is to match the achievements of stores on the dock is a major factor in the development of serious food for the craft in the particular totalitarian states. If a crewmember quits while beefs on a ship. The steward who is negligent in this area is only ask­ McMurrin called for attracting a ship is in port, delegates locality be paid each employee ing for trouble. He has no excuse for not performing this essential task. more teachers of high level ability are asked to cbntact the hall Obviously, this kind of record-keeping is a pretty time-consuming with more adequate wages. He also Immediately for a replace­ task which can't be done hastily in a corner in between other jobs. urged higher standards of training ment. Fast action -on their part for the nation's prospecitve teach­ will keep all jobs aboard ship A steward has to plan his workday ahead and develop a specific routine for making record entries. ers. filled at all times and elimi­ In future issues of the LOG we will discuss specific procedures, The convention urged enactment nate the chance of the ship such as taking inventory and computing the poundage and food costs of state laws to permit collective sailing shorthanded. per man per day. « bargaining by teachers. liiiii' New Idea: Ship Out Of Wafer SIX7 FOOD and Keeping An Accurate Set of Records Shorthanded? �Page SIxfeea SEAFARERS LOG •eptombar, Ittt. LOG Mailings To Ships Based On Company Info Despite the great pains taken by the Union and the set­ ting up of an elaborate system of airmailing LOGs to all SlU-contracted ships, a small percentage of vessels occasion­ SEAFAREHS IN DRYDOCK The following is the latest available list of Seafarers tjv hospitals around the countryi ally report hon-receipt of the LOG. In such cases the LOGs had been USPHS HOSPITAL NEW ORLEANS. LA. mailed to the ship, but went astray lor any one of several reasons. Arvo Antilla Clyde Leggctt Charles Merrill Here is the procedure used to mail the LOG to all SlU-contracted Anxel ArRuelldi Felipe Basalda Salvador Modica vessels: Colon Boutwell Robert Montcalm Brewster Peter Morreale • A few days before the LOG comes out, every contracted operator Clifford Leon Brown Martin Pedersoa is contacted to determine the location of his ships and their next port of Eugene Copeland Santos Ramos Thomas Datley Joseph Roy call. Many contracted operators supply the LOG regularly with printed Salvatore Robert Rudolph Gentile Murray Smith itineraries an^ lists of mailing addresses. Others are called for this in­ .lames Glisson Lamar Green Richard Stewart formation on the phone., A period of about ten days is allowed between Charles Hanners Claude Sturgis Percy Thompson the date of publication and the time it is estimated that the LOG would Wade Harrell Emil Herek Joseph Vaughan arrive for the ship at its next port of call. Charles Hooper Billy Ward Pat Jones Richard Weir • The morning after the LOG comes off the press, a package is air­ Leon Jordan Dewey York Eadcn King Anthony Zanca mailed to every SlU ship at the address supplied by the company. Edward Knapp Jacob Zimmer • In most instances, these LOGS are addressed c/o a company agent trsWIS HOSPITAL in a given port. Sometimes though, the newspaper will be mailed direct­ STATEN ISLAND. NEW YORK Thomas Kain ly to the company home office for forwarding. This will be done when, Omar All Faustino Ayson Charles Kinnk* (a) The company has no agent yet in the next port of call, or Cornells Baay Joe Laffredo Thomas tynam Standmore Bell (b) the company is not sure what the next port will be. William Brack Claude McNorton Robert Menser Despite all this effort, the packages of the "LOG -will go astray for Robert Burton Benny Caliorina John Naughton any number of reasons. A company agent in a foreign port may neglect Spiros Cassimis Eugene Plahn ' Daniel Cerment Michael Ronda to bring the LOGs aboard. Or he may not receive them because the mail George Crabtree Jose Sanchez service in his particular port may be erratic and unreliable. Sometimes Bennie Crawford Robert Scottl Rulof DeFretee Robert Simth the ship may miss connections with the mail because of unexpected Juan Diaz Thomas Smith changes in schedule. Willie Young Paul FoV Estell Godfrey _ Frank Villacort When mail is sent to the company home office, It may not be for­ Orlando Gonsalves Charles Watson Fleming Hlggasen warded on time. USPHS HOSPITAL The most frequent problems tend to arise with vessels on MSTS GALVESTON, TEXAS charter. In such cases, it is extremely difficult to get Information as Francis Ggogins D. C. Weaver • Thomas Gutierres to the whereabouts of the vessel, or to get a reliable mailing address. Ove W. Harris, Joseph Luke Normally, each issue of the LOG is put out between the 20th and USPHS HOSPITAL 25th of each month. Allowing ten days for mailing, ships would re­ SAVANNAH, GEORGIA J. C. Smith ceive the newspaper around the 1st to the 5th of the following month, Albert Masclello W. J. McLean D. L. Williamson or at the first port they hit after that date. USPHS HOSPITAL If a ship arrives in port during or after that period and there is no BRIGHTON, MASS. LOG package, the ship's delegate should notify the LOG headquarters Peter King Immediately, enclosing an address to which the LOGs can be mailed USPHS HOSPITAL SAN FRANCISCO. CALIF. at the next port. Allow sufficient time for the airmail to travel both Ernest C. Anderson Phillip Mason ways. A supplementary package of LOGs will be sent out immediately Stakes Ayers Chas. Neukirchner Leslie Brilhart Sverre Nielsen in such cases. Roland Parady Fortunato Drillon Kughie Ragsdale The LOG is anxious to get 100 percent delivery. Consequently, It Paul Foster Milton Reevee John J. Guard would like to be notified of non-delivery so that steps can be taken Charles Hummel Doyle Sheets John Secura to reduce such instances to a minimum. In this respect, the coopera­ Cecil Hughes Joseph Sintes L. Knickerbocker tion and understanding of all crews is requested. Lloyd Wilson Harry Lowther Skipper's Sons, Ex-Seafarers, Make Mark In Academic World Two sons of a deck officer in,the US merchant marine, both of whom formerly sailed with SIU unions, are now making a mark for themselves in other areas« Jeremii (Jerry) Wesolow-' ski, who sailed with the SIU back in 1957, recently received Kenneth Brown Henry Davis, Jr. Chas. Eschenbach Eugene Duncan Jose Griffith Robert Littleton Gibbs Liverman John Malinowskl Harry Muches Wm. Osterholtz Roy RayHeld Harold Rivera James Robertson Gorman Glaze Edward Ruley August Smith Bela Szupp John Thompson Willie White John Yendral . SAILORS SNUG H^BOR STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK Henning BJork Thomaa laaksen Alberto Cutierrax VA HOSPITAL WEST HAVEN, CONN, Henry Smith Raymond Araenault VA HOSPITAL HOUSTON. TEXAS Thomaa Manlon USPHS HOSPITAL NORFOLK, VIRGINIA Claude Bibb Lloyd Thompson Elbert Brown Chiles MiUa Raymond Leonard US SOLDIERS' HOME WASHINGTON, DC William Thomson USPHS HOSPITAL SEATTLE, WASq. Edward Clchorek Ollie Purdy John Kuchta D. StubeiidorS PINE CREST HAVEN COVINGTON, LA. Frank Martin VA HOSPITAL KERRVILLE, TEXAS Wlllard T. Cahill USPHS HOSPITAL FORT WORTH, TEXAS J. R. Alsobrook Herbert Young Benjamin Delbler Bozo O, Zelencle Max Olson HARBOR GENERAL HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Eric Dahl LONG BEACH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LONG BEACH, CALIF. Boleslar Dzelak S. Krawczynakl VA HOSPITAL WfeMPLE, TEXAS William E. Nelson Physical Exams--•All SIU Clinics Month Of July, 1961 Port Seamen Baltimore ..., Houston Mobile New Orleans . New York .... Wives Children TOTAL 19 3 • 3 23 25 8 1 11 27 29 145 57 109 327 413 73 76 1051 TOTAL KOOO DOtw* W.»for. Blood to USPHS HOSPITAL BALTIMORE, MARYLAND Henry Anderson James Payne Gorham Bowder Joseph Prabech SIU Blood Bank Inventory New York—July, J 961 Pints Contributed .... 68 Pints Rejected 8 Pints Credited 82V4 (Under a standard arrangment with the Brooklyn Donor Center Inc., 80% is alloted for service, processing and storage.) Previous Balance 71V& a Doctor of Philosphy degree from Iowa State University. He is now working in Switzerland on a twoyear research grant from the Swiss-American Science Founda­ tion, doing experimental work in Pints Used radiation medicine. After the twoyear grant is completed, he ex­ pects to go into college teaching Joremif (Jerry) Wesolowsid Balance On Hand August 1, 1961 in chemistry or related fields. He (left) and hit brother Zdzl­ wag last aboard the Seatrain slaw, both of whom formerly Savannah. sailed with SIU unions. His older brother, Zdzlslaw, who discharged from the Air Force was a member of the Sailors where he had served as a flight Union of the Pacific for two years, instructor to fledging jet pilots. back iq 1951 to 1953, recently was He plans to enter Harvard for an advanced degree in Business Ad­ ministration. Their father. Captain Stefan Wesolowskl, has been a member • of the Masters, Mates and Pilots A reminder from SIU head­ Union and a deck officer on US quarters cautions all Seafarers ships since World War 11. Be­ leaving their ship* to contact fore that, he had sailed for many the hall in ample time to allow years on European-flag vessels. the Uniou to dispatch a replaieFortunately he was at sea when ment. Failure to give notice be­ German troops invaded his home­ fore paving off may cause a de­ land in 1939. His wife and two layed sailing. fo.''ce fhn ship to sail short of the manning re­ sons, then two and four years of age, were trapped in Poland but quirements and needlessly make were able to get out and come to the work tougher, for your ship­ the States in 1946. The family now mates. lives on Statcn Island. 104 SIU Blood Banks are now being maintained in most ports to service the emergency needs of the Seafarers and their families anywhere in the United States. To obtain Blood Bank information, contact the nearest SIU hall for prompt servic­ ing via the local SIU bank or Headquarters. An SIU Blood Donor Certificate (sample above) will be given to every person donating to the SIU Blood Bank. Donors may be any age from 18-60 and can arrange an appointment at any SIU hall to help keep these banks operating for the protection of Seafarers and their families. The whole pro­ cedure takes only a short time. 20 SIU Welfare, Vacation Plans 84 Cash Benefits Paid July 17-August 18, 1961 Number Of Benefits Hospital Benefits (Welfare)'.... Death Benefits (Welfare) Disability Benefits (Welfare).. Maternity Benefits (Welfare) .. Dependents Benefits (Welfare). Optical Benefits (Welfare).... Quitting Ship? Notify Union $26,233.65 30,000.00 37,940,00 9,800,00 52,942.27 2,314.66 9498 $159,230.58 1538 $260,276.98 TOTAL WELFARE, VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD... 11036 $419,507.56 Summary (Welfare) Vacation Benefits , 7823 12 1084 49 298 232 AMOUNT PAID None of the figures in the above summaries indicate the amounts paid for various other Welfare Benefits for SIU men and their de­ pendents, such as scholarship payments, meal books, training facilities, medical examinations, and similar items. �•cpteHbcr, IMl wm SEAFARERS LOG Pat* SeveatMit I 0rH (Ed. note: The following^iiccount of the 12 yeara apent by a Seafarer In uarious tuberculosis hos­ pitals deals with a fast-disappearing experience. Thanks in part to improved treatment and to early detection through regular physical examinations in the SIU clinics, tuberculosis among seamen has been reduced to a minimum. Those cases which do show up, having been detected; early, are usually cleared up in three to six months.) A little less than 12 years ago, in November, 1949, an oiler by the name of John Driscoll was taken off his ship, a T-2 tanker, The Cabins, in the Canal Zone, suffering with a high fever. Last month, Driscoll emerged from the last of a succession of hospitals with the equi­ valent of a "fit for duty." He ^ was on the "outside" again the full quota of ribs. But he is Driscoll's were common. The after 12 years as a tubercular. able to function In the workday walling off of a tubercular from Driscoll will never be able to world again from which he was SO back to sea again as he Is shut off for 12 long years. Not so long ago, say a quarter working off 1V4 lungs, instead of the normal two. Nor does he have of a century or so, cases like Joseph B. Logue, MD, Medical Director Arthritis is Widespread Ailment Arthritis and rheumatism is probably the oldest disease known to man. However, it has been only in recent years that the magnitude of this condition as a health problem has been fully appreciated'. Arthritis is now being studied and investigated by physicians, basic research scientists. Government health agencies and private founda­ tions. Rheumatology, the study of arthritis and rheumatism, is at last being given the investigation that the magnitude of the disease war­ rants. It has been estimated that between seven and 11 million peo­ ple in the United States are suffering from some form of arthritis or rheumatism. Although research effort has not discovered the cause or a cure, there is much that can be done in the way of treatment which is ef­ fective in curbing the ravages of these diseases, and preventing the crippling deformities, it is unfortunate that most people presume that because there is no cure, there is no satisfactory treatment. Un­ der proper medical evaluation and advice, an informed patient, prop­ erly motivated in a "home care program," who carries out the in­ structions daily will return to a reasonable state of health. Rheumatoid arthritis is the great crippler among rheumatic dis­ eases. It has been estimated that there are four million cases of rheu­ matoid arthritis in the United States. The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not known. It develops in per­ sons from age two years to 90 years with the greatest incidence be­ tween 35 years and 40 years of age. In children, it is being more and more recognized. Early diagnosis and proper treatment is urgent in these cases if deformity and crippling growth is to averted. Rheumatoid arthritis attacks may follow shock, trauma, fatigue, Infections, repeated exposure to cold or dampness. Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis The onset may be sudden, but is usually gradual. There is often associated systemic disturbance such as loss of weight, fatigue, weak­ ness, loss of appetite, vasor motor disturbances as tingling In the hands and feet. When the onset is acute, the pain and swelling of the Joints comes on rapidly, and are associated with chills, fever, pros­ tration and other symptoms of acute illness. However, in the great majority of cases, the disease makes its appearance insidiously. There is pain, stiffness, and swelling in a particular joint for weeks or months before other joints are affected. The joints most commonly Involved are the small joints of the hand, except the distal joints of .the fingers. Other joints that become involved are those of the hands, wrist, knees and elbows. One of the characteristic badges of rheuma­ toid arthritis is the pod-like swelling of the second and promimal joints of the fingers. The joints become swollen, tender, hot and red. Pain is aggravated by movement. As the disease progresses, other joints become involved. All the proximal joints of the fingers may present the typical fusiform swelling. Motion becomes restricted with subsequent atrophy of the muscles which lead to further deformity of the fingers, hands and wrists. Where other joints are involved, the disease follows a similar pattern. A familiar finding in a large percentage of cases of rheumatoid arthritis are subcutaneous nodules which appear about the elbows, wrists or fingers, and occasionally over the ankles. They are firm and movable and vary in size from a pea to a walnut. They may disappear In a short time, or, persist for life. Attacks of rheumatoid arthritis may run a short acute course fol­ lowed by complete disappearance of symptoms. Thus the patient may 'be free of symptoms for month.? or even years. In the majority of cases however, the condition returns. after a lapse of time, and with each recurring attack, becoming more frequent, and finally becoming chronic. It is these remissions that perhaps have advanced the "many fake cures" for rheumatoid arthritis. The patient must be educated and individually Instructed in the type of treatment to be followed. The treatment includes diet, rest, proper exercise to joints; relief of pain by salacylats, and the judicious use of one of the cortisone preparations; physical therapy and ortho­ pedic treatment when indicated. When treatment is properly supervised and diligently followed, the patient can anticipate a useful life free from crippling deformity. the world outside has been the subject of more than one novel, biography or play. Today, thanks to more effective medical and surgical treatment methods, such instances of long-term hospitaliza­ tion are becoming Increasingly rare. On Special List Driscoll's case is of special in­ terest to Seafarers for another reason. He was one of the original group on the "special list" those Seafarers, most of them TB pa­ tients, to whom the Welfare Plan was applied retroactively because they were already in the hospital and could not qualify for benefits. When the Plan was signed in 1950, the trustees agreed to apply it retroactively to a group of men whose circumstances were such that they faced lengthy hospitali­ zation. Consequently, for 11 of those 12 years, Driscoll received the SIU Welfare Plan hospital benefit, beginning with the or­ iginal modest benefit of $7 per week and continuing through sub­ sequent increases to $10, $15 and $21 weekly. Further, since those on the special list were also en­ titled to coverage for their fam­ ilies, Mrs. Driscoll was able to call upon the Plan twice for pay­ ment of surgical and hospital costs. Driscoll's total benefit, down through the years, was $10,446. Like most tuberculosis infec­ tions, the onset of Driscoll's ail­ ment was insidious, rather than dramatic. He had been aboard the Zane Gray, an Isthmian Liberty ship in the summer of 1949. When he got off, he was suffering from what appeared to be a heavy cold and a "low-down" feeling. He re­ calls taking a subway ride with his wife and stepping on a "weighyourself-and-get-your-fortune" scale while waiting for a-train. "The scale said I weighed 142 pounds. 'That's ridiculous,' 1 told my wife. 'This scale must be brok­ en.' I was sure there was some­ thing WTong with it because $ usually weighed in around 160." As it turned out, the scale was in hue shape, but Driscoll wasn't. When his "heavy cold" per­ sisted, Driscoll thought that he would be better off catching a ship which was headed south. Consequently, on Thanksgiving eve, he signed on The Cabins, bound for Long Beach, California, on an intercoastal voyage. "The day before we hit Panama, I felt very ill and had to leave my watch. The purser took my temperature and found I had fever. When the ship reached Colon, a Public Health Service doctor came aboard and examined me. I was running a very high temperature, 104 degrees." He was subsequently admitted to the Colon hospital where ex­ amination and f-rays produced the shocking news that he was Infected with TB in both lungs. When the diagnosis was con- Seafarer John Driscoll is shown when he was at Manhattan Beach hospital back in '54. Driscoll edited "The Porthole," « newspaper put out by the hospital patients. firmed, Driscoll was shipped to the Gorgas Hospital in Balboa which was equipped for treatment of tuberculars. He was given the prescribed treatment at the time, pneumoperitoneum. This consisted of pumping air into the abdominal cavity so as to push up the dia­ phragm and rest the lower lobes of the lung. He was also put on streptomycin, then a relativelynew drug. The pneumoperitone­ um treatment was continued for the next 21 months, three of which he spent at the Gorgas hospital waiting for a vessel which had medical facilities aboard. On March 1, 1950, Driscoll was sent north on the General Hodges, an MSTS transport, to the Stapleton PHS hospital and from there to Neponsit, a TB facility which PHS used to operate on Staten Island. When he got to Neponsit, Dris­ coll was probably at his lowest ebb. "I was down to 109 pounds, and looked like a concentration camp refugee. I had to spend all my time In bed with nothing to do but rest and sleep." Another Move Three months later, another move was made, this time to Man­ hattan Beach where Driscoll was to spend the next ten years. Here he was put back on streptomycin, plus another drug known as PAS. The idea was that if the tubercu­ losis bacilli developed resistance to one of the drugs the other would be effective. "Unfortunate­ ly, I never responded to either drug," he said. Two years passed, during which Driscoll constantly showed posi­ tive sputum, an indication of the existence of active infection. In April, 1952, two physicians em­ ployed at Seaview Hospital, a New York City institution, reported on the dramatic benefits which had been achieved by a new drug, INAH (isonicotinicacid hydrozide). The drug had achieved some re­ markable results among patients who were severely ill. The doctors at Manhattan Beach started giving INAH to Driscoll. Immediately, his sputum came up negative for two months in a row. "After the first negative re­ sult," he recalled, "I got my first pass in 21^ years and was able to go home for the weekend." But the hope of cure proved an illusion. His sputum returned to positive. It was decided to give him all three drugs—streptomycin, PAS, and INAH. Occasionally neg­ ative sputum would be reported but there was no consistency. Matters dragged on this way from month to month. Two years passed without any definite trend. In July, 1954, a new physician, a Dr. Sammet, was assigned to the Manhattan Beach hospital and be­ came Driscoll's ward doctor. "He conducted a number of pulmonary function studies, on the basis of which it was agreed that surgery was desirable. The left lung had become stabilized, and it was thought that chances were favor­ able if an operation was done on the right lung." The operation consisted of forc­ ing a number of incite balls ("« plastic ball a little bigger than a ping pong ball" was the way Dris­ coll described them) into the rib cage. The pressure of the balls collapsed the right lung. But after the operation, the positives con­ tinued. It had been only partially successful. Another two years passed. An­ other new drug came on the mar­ ket, cycloserine, which had been used by the Veterans Administra­ tion. Driscoll started taking tha latest pill and continued on it for two years with no appreciable ben­ efit. He was taken off it in 1958 and went back on the INAH. That's the way matters stood in 1960, when the Public Health Service closed Manhattan Beach and Driscoll became a "guest" at his fourth TB hospital, the West Haven hospital of the Veterans Ad­ ministration. The ten years at IVfenhattan Beach weren't completely without compensations. The hospital it­ self was a cheerful place, with a pleasant, comfortable lounge and a nicely-equipped library. Ambu­ latory patients could go outside in pleasant weather, sit on the sea­ wall and watch the gulls and the fishing boats. The regular visits of the SIU hospital representative were social events which were eagerly anticipated. There were weekend passes when sputum turned negative which meant a chance to get away. Driscoll kept busy sporadically putting out a patient's newspaper, the "Porthole." For many years he was the Union's hospital dele­ gate who helped see to it that the men got their benefits and that other personal needs, such as buy­ ing family gifts for Christmas, were attended to. Occasionally there was more vigorous action, such as the patients' protest one year over the quality of the food, or the letters to be written to Con­ gressmen whenever the budget ax threatened the Public Health Service. But as the years went by, the original group on the special list dwindled. Some passed away. Others were discharged. The total population of the hospital also shrank as drugs and surgery, coupled with early detection, dras­ tically reduced the duration of the patients' stay. Others came and went, but Driscoll stayed on end­ lessly. West Haven at least, meant a (Continued on page 18) 1 i1 �Pacr« Blgfefeea SEAFARERS LOO •wtemlMr. IMl A Seafarer's Fight Against T uberculosis All of the following date of my first operation and 11 (Continued from pag« 17) SIU families have re' years since I was first hospitalized. change In surroundings. It also ceived a $200 maternity The operation, called a thoraco­ meant a new doctor and new treat­ plasty, involved collapsing a sec­ benefit plus a $2'> bond ment. His ward doctor there, Dr. tion of the lung. Five ribs were from the Union in the Kendall, ran a series of sensitivity removed and some of the bronchial baby's name, representing tests to determine which drugs tubes were tied off." The operation a total of $4,200 in mat« might be effective against his in­ went off well although the surgeon ernity benefits and a ma­ fection. He concluded that the had an extremely difficult time re­ turity value of $545 in only sure answer was surgery. "I moving the Incite balls which had bondst was told there was one small cavi­ become embedded In the rib cage ty which hadn't closed as a result after six years. Pamela Stffch.'biewlcz, born May of the«i954 operation. It was be­ In March, Driscoll came down 2^1, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. lieved that this was the seat of with hepatitis, apparently as a re- Norman Stachniewieez, Bayonne, my continuing Infection." suit of contaminated blood serum New Jersey, Before he could be operated used in giving him transfusions. it 4" Felix Serrota, born May 10, 1961, upon, it was desirable to secure a But fortunately, the hepatitis was negative sputum reading, because more of a nuisance than a threat. to Seafarer and Mrs. Raymond Serrota, Galveston, Texas. patients who were operated on in The sputum continued negative. On August 11, 1961, a date a positive state often Iiad great 4 4 4 Nancy Christine Daniels, born difficulty in healing afterward. which Driscoll will have no trouble Still another drug, pyrazinamide, remembering, he was given his July 3, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. was employed. It had been unusu­ waiking papers and headed back Brian G. Daniels, Wanchese, North ally effective on many patients home to Brooklyn. "I'm free to Carolina. 4 4 4 but had serious side effects-if con­ work," he said, "as long as I avoid Jacqueline Michale Purvis, born tinued for any length of time. The heavy physical labor, because I newest drug did the trick. Driscoll have a limited capacity for secur­ April 11, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. went negative practically over­ ing oxygen. If I don't work too Howard L. Soucier, Purvis, Mis­ hard, don't climb stairs too much sissippi. night and stayed that way. 4 4 4 "I was operated on in November, and get my check-ups regulariy, William Russell Underwood, 1960, almost six years from the they tell me I should be okay." born July 1, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. William Underwood, Phila­ SEATRAIN TEXAS (Seatrain), May reported by department delegates. delphia, Pennsylvania. 28—Chairman, G. Chandler; Secre­ tary, J. R. Von Holden. $56.76 in ship's fund plus $30.96 from coke machine. No beefs reported. Broth­ er Trehtern to take over coke ma­ chine. Purchased TV antenna in Texas City. Steward asked to get new mustard and to see about getting fruit that are in season. Engine de­ partment to see about time oft in Belle Chase because of short day in Texas City. Motion to request that LOG report only the affairs of the SIU. Atlantic & Gulf District. Representatives of the SIU Food Flan were asked at New York to make an attempt to secure a better grade of coffee. PENMAR (Calmar), May 14—Chair­ man, R. Ruff; Secretary, John Trust. One man missed ship In San Juan. One man hospitalized in Aucapola. No disputed OT. No beefs. JOHN C (Atlantic Carriers), May 1* —Chairman, R. A. Hamlett; Secretary, Orville Payne. No beefs reported. Ship's delegate to see chief engineer about hot water. All water on board is hot. and not hot and cold as should be. Everything else Is ok. DEL NORTE (Mississippi), May 21— Chairman, Ira C. Brown; Secretary, Bill Kaiser. Ship's delegate reported that twelve men have been logged this voyage. One man missed ship in Santos southbound and joined ship on northbound trip. $205 in ship's fund. Crew request new motor for JACQUELINE SOMECK (Peninsular. washing machine. Docks in steward Nav.), no date—Chairman, P. Brodzik; department need painting. Request that purser post price Ust of slopchest. of r-| ISIU SHIP Secretary, D. Sacher. C. Walker elect­ ed ship's delegate and D. Sacher elected ship's treasurer. Crew asked to submit repairs needed to their respective delegates. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates. Crew requestd to keep laundry room clean. EVELYN (Bull), May 21—Chairman, J. Hoagge; Secretary, R. Cunningham. Ship's delegate reported everything running smoothly. Crew requested to make up repair list. No beefs. PETROCHEM (Valentine Chemical), May 31—Chairman, James Hart; Sec­ retary, L. P. Hagmann. Ship's dele­ gate reported that he tried to get patrolman from Houston. Wired Phil­ adelphia hall to have patrolman meet ship. Letter was read from Coast Guard commander, regarding deduct­ ing New Jersey unemployment tax. which will be taken up with board­ ing patrolman. $9 in .ship's fund. No beefs renorted by department dele­ gates. Steward and cooks given a vote of thanks for Improvement In menus and preparation of food. Stew­ ard requests crew to return all excess linen. ELIE V (Ocean Cargoes),' May 28— Chairman, A. H. Schwartz; Secretary, Pete Triantaffrios. No beefs reported by department delegates. A. H. Schwartz, ship's delegate, requests that all crewmembers leave .screen doors closed at all times while un­ loading cargo In Alexandria. Also, to have chief mate make .some arrange­ ments to lock .some of the foc'.sles that do not have ke.vs. CITY OF ALMA (Waterman), May 28—rhalrman, P. Fox; Secretary, V. Harding. Shin's delegate reported no beefs. One man missed .ship at Yoko­ hama. Rena'y list turned in. The remains of the late Charles Newmeier. an .SIU oldtimer, hurled si sea. 81 remains in .ship's fund. $10 paid out for wreath. Movie fund .stands at $27. .lohn Gardner elected .shin's treasurer. Motion to call pa­ trolman aboard at .San Frandsco. I'ote of thanks to -Tohn Muoio. wiper, for operating the movie machine. MARYMAR (C.almar), May 77 — Chairman. Richard .Schwartz; Secre­ tary. Gi'stav V. Thobe. Hutchinson re-eiec'"H shin's d»'o"ate. No beefs SANTA EMILLIA (Liberty Naviga­ tion), May 21—Chairman, L. Gardner; Secretary, K. Winters. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates. Re­ quest that meal tickets be provided for stewards department. Request patrolman to see to storing the slopchest. Request that SIU food repre.sentative supervise In storing of this ship. STEEL SURVEYOR (Isthmian), June 1—Chairman, J. C. Dunlop; Secre­ tary, M. S. Sospina. Safety money award on hand in the amount of $220 and handled by captain, to e for buying air-conditloning machine for the crow messhall. This will be purchased in Philadelphia. $13.64 in ship's fund. Earl A. Fancher elected new ship's delegate. Suggestion that meeting .should be held twice a trip —one going out and one coming in. Suggestion that all passageway doors should be kept closed while ship is In port. DEL AIRES (Mississippi), April 18— Chairman, M. Fabricant; Secretary, Joseph F. Williams. Ship's delegate will .see captain regarding beef on lifting two logs. $16 In ship's fund. Deck department reported few hours' disputed OT. Engine department re­ ported everything running 'smoothly. However, anti-union activity going on. Few hours' disputed OT in steward department. Motion made that when a seaman In good standing Is unable to get seatime due to Illness, he and his family should be entitled to wel­ fare benefits. Motion made that the ships' delegate contact company offi­ cials and the Union In regards to poor mail service. Vote of thanks to Adolph Lemonthe, for exceptionally good service in the crew messroom. STEEL ADMIRAL (isthmian), March 12—Chairman, Chas. _Paimer; Secre­ tary, Thaddeus Jackson. One man in hospital. $9.26 In ship's fund. De­ partment. delegates report no beefs. Crew a.sked to take care of wa.shing machine. STEEL ADMIRAL (Isthmian), May 30—Chairman, Thaddeus Jackson; Sec­ retary, John Szezepanlski, Ship's del­ egate stated that the captain request crew not to bother natives in ports. $9.26 in .ship's fund. No disputed OT. To see patrolman about fre.sh milk In foreign ports and what ports milk can be ordered from. HASTINGS (Waterman), May 28— Ch.rirman, George Clarice; Secretary, John Wells. Some disputed OT In deck department to be taken up with patrolman In New York. No beefs reported In engine and steward de­ partments. Clock needs to be repaired in recreation room. No LOGS or any mail or corumciiilcationt received this trip. - 4 4 4 Vanessa Szarck, born July 8, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Melvin L. Szarck, Baltimore, Maryland. 4 4 4 Charles J. Wallace, born May 12, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Law­ rence C. Wallace, Richmond Hill, Queens, New York. 4 4 4 Clifford E. Logan, born July 28, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Joseph Logan, Mobile, Alabama. 4 4 4 Darren W. Burnett, born July 1, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. J. C. Burnett, Daphne, Alabama. 4 4 4 Wess Frentz, born July 19, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Leslie Fran­ cis Frentz, Morgan City, Alabama. 4 4 4 Kurt Wade Hergruder, born June 3, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Dolton Hergruder, Plaquemlne, Louisiana. 4 4 4 Sheila Kay Hughes, born May 25, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Billia Ralph Hughes, Trinity, North Caro­ lina. 4 4 4 John Marcelino, born June 21, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Mariano P. Marcelino, Gretna, Louisiana. 4 4 4 Catherine Mulholland, born July 4, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ger­ ald Mulholland, Brooklyn, New York. $1 4 4 Robert L. Dodd, born July 23, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Curtis M. Dodd, Portsmouth, Virginia. 4 4 4 Ralph BastUnsen, born July 8, 1961, to SeafiTrer and Mrs. George Bastiansen, New Orleans, Louis­ iana. 4 4 4 Roy Jansson, born July 3, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Sven Erik Jansson, Staten Island, New York. 4 •' 4 4 Allen James, born June 27, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jeffie L. James, Carlton, Alabama. 4 4 4 Vera Ruth Mosley, born July 23, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ernest Mosley, Houston, Texas. 4 4 4 Lise Anne Novall, born Febru­ ary 28, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. Leo Novall, Baltimore, Maryland. 4" 4 4 Karen R. Sellers, born July 26, 1961, to Seafarer and Mrs. William Sellers, Chunchula, Alabama. The deaths of4he following Seafarers have heen report­ ed to the Seafarera Welfare Plan and a total of $26,000 in benefits was paid. (Any apparent delay in payment of claims is normally due to late filing, lack of a beneficiary card or necessary litigation for the disposition of estates.) Dlonislo Medina, 58i A heart Burial was at San Carlos. Total condition caused the death of benefit: $4,000. Brother Medina in Fresno. Calif, John W. Blgiroodf 45: A heart on April 25, 1961 ailment caused the death of Ha had sailed Brother Bigwood with the SIU in on July 29, 1961, the steward de at New Orleans, partment since La. He began 1957. Surviving si shipping SIU in his widow, Mrs the engine de­ Flora Medina, of partment in 1942 San Francisco, and had heen Calif. Golden Gate National Ceme­ receiving special tery, San Francisco, was the place disability bene­ of Interment. Total benefit: $4,000 fits since March, 1960. His daughter. Audrey Big4 4 4 George Fiance, 62: Brother Fi­ wood, of South Boston, Mass., sur­ ance died at the USPHS Hospital, vives. Bureal was in Boston. Total Staten Island, benefit: $4,000. NY, on May 17, 4 4 4 1961, after a long Arnold K. Cox, 87: Brother Cox illness. He had drowned In an accident at Khopsailed since 1943 ramshahr, Iran, In the SIU deck on October 12, department. A 1960. He had sister, Miss Sadie shipped In the Fiance, of New SIU engine de­ York, NY, sur­ partment for a vives. Cedar Park short time prior Cemetery, Paramus, NJ, was the to his death. Sur­ place of burial. Total benefit: $500. viving is his mother, Mrs. 4 4 4 WUIiam R. Kohler, 84: Polio­ Pearl E. Cox, of myelitis was the cause of death to Clinton, Tenn. Khorrahshahr wai Brother Kohler the place of interment. Total bene­ on April 26, 1961, fit: $500. at Angola, Cay4 4 4 Ion. A member of Frank S. James, 59: Brother the SIU deck de­ James died on July 13, 1961. at partment, he bethe USPHS Hos­ ban shipping In pital in Norfolk, 1955. Surviving Va. He had heen is his father, shipping since Richard G. Koh­ 1951 in the SIU ler, of Los An­ engine depart­ geles, Calif. Interment was in ment. His widow, Kannatte Cemetery, Angola. Total Mrs. Mabel M. benefit: $500. James, of Win­ ston-Salem, NO, 4 4 4 Victor H. Jordan, 61t Brother si survives. The Jordan died of injuries in an auto place of burial was Oaklawn Cenaccident on Jan­ etery, Norfalk. Total benefit: uary 16, 1961, at $4,000, Biloxi, Miss. He 4 4 4 had shipped since Herbert Parks, Jr., 51: Brother 1956 with the Parks passed away on June 28, SIU in the engine 1961, following a department. Sur­ heart attack a$ viving is his sea aboard the widow, Mrs. SS Choctaw. He Flora L. Jordan, had heen ship­ of Marianna, Fla. ping with the His place of burial is not known. SIU in the deck Total benefit: $500. department since 1938. His widow, '444 Billy M. Cooper, 38: An accident Mrs. Herbert ashore at Chicago, 111., was the Parks, Jr., of Mo­ cause of death to bile, Ala., survives. Burial took Brother Cooper place in Mobile. Total benefit: on June 23, 1961. 4,000. He had heen sail­ ing SIU in the deck department since 1952, and is survived by his mother, Mrs. Seafarers are advised that no Lois Cooper, of change has been m'sde in the Walnut Ridge, regular $4,000 SIU death ben­ Ark. Burial was at Walnut Ridge. efit provided by the Welfare Total benefit: $4,000. Plan for the beneficiaries of active seamen. Any beneficiary 4 4 4 Rex S. Sinden, 80: Brother Sln- named by an eligible seaman den died on May 81, 1961, at on his Enrollment-Beneficiary Washoe, Nevada, Card filed with the Welfare from injuries in Plan qu-alifies for the fullan auto accident. $4,000 payment. He had shipped Under the Just-amended rules with the SIU in of the, new pension program, the engine de­ any dependent designated as a partment since beneficiary by an SIU pen­ 1959. Surviving sioner also qualifies for the is his mother, $4,000 SIU death benefit. A Mrs. Alice Tay­ $1,000 benefit is payable when lor, of San Car­ the beneficiary n^imed by a los, Calif., and a sister, Mrs. Rose pensioner is not a dependent. Marie Rhodes, of Brooklyn, NY. $4,000 Benefit Not Changed �•fptoaAcr. MM LA SALLI (Watarman) July 1»^ Chairman, W. L. Holland; Sacrataryf Idward I. Zubataky. Captaln'a father died ao tna crew aent flowera. t33 In traaaury. No beefa reported by de­ partment dclegatea. Ship'a delegate will acnd letter to SIU office in New York regarding rcpalra and aafety. NATALip (Maritime Overteaa) June II—Chairman, Joe McLaren; Secre­ tary, R. W. Farrandlz. No beefa re­ ported by department delegates. Men holding washing machine too long and leaving It dirty. Try to keep messroom clean. Vote of thanks to the steward dept. for a good Job. CARA SIA (Slaaklay Trans.) Au­ gust a—Chairman, 8. Vatit; Secretary, f. Mitchell. Ship to be painted by shore gang; also fumigated. Some dispute In deck dept. about shore elKwrd ahip: Everything running amoothly. Motion made' that soma kind of retirement program be made mor men with proper seatime other than 65 years of age for retirement. All actions taken on this issue be pub­ lished In the SEAFARERS LOO and urge that ail SIU members apeak up for this Issue as It la for the beneflt of SIU members. Vote of thanks given to steward department for fine food and Job well dona. DEL NORTE (Mississippi), July «— Chairman, Philip Coica; Secretary, Bill Kaiser. Ship's delegate reported nine loggings and four misdemeanors on this voyage. Galleyman in hospital In Buenos Aires with appendicitis, given $25 from ship's fund. Crew complain about not leceiving LOU. $328 in ship's fund. Engine depart­ ment requests that quarters be painted. Motion to take $75 out of ship's fund if needed towards new movie machine and keep old movie machine as spare. Ship needs fumi­ gation. Washing machine ne'eds new motor. MASSMAR (Calmer), July Chairman, S. MosakowskI; Secretary, Clyde Kent. Ship's delegate reported no beefs. Tom JIawkins elected now ship's delegate. Beef regarding laun­ dry not taken care of. stevedores working in holes. No beefs reported by department delegates. Motion made that the ship should not sail until she has proper Ventilation and parts for repair, and also until she is fumigated. Stove also needs repairing as there is trouble lighting it each morning. Vote of thanks for ship's delegate and stewards dept. and ail depts. for a good Job. AFOUNDRIA (Waterman) July ItChairman, Charles Johnsen; Secre­ tary, Jessie J. Cabral. Request all men who are getting off in N.Y. to strip bunks and clean up your area, take soiled linen midships to be sent to laundry. This also applies to ail men who are getting off in other ports. Leave a clean ship for the next crew. No beefs reported by de­ partment delegates. Vote of thanks was given to the steward dept. for Jobs well done. ALCOA PARTNER (Alcoa) August 3—Chairman, Stephen H. Fulford; Secretary, Homer Starling. No beefs reporlcd by department delegates. Vote of thanks to steward department for good food and good service. THETIS (Admanthos Ship Operating Co.) July 15—Chairman, Stanley KrawczynskI; Secretary, Walter J. Walsh. A differential of OT to depart­ ment other than the deck, for clean­ ing of tanks. A letter requesting a clarification on the above will be sent to Claude Simmons. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates ex­ cept dispute in OT. Crew requested to return all coffee mugs to the sup­ ply and deposit them in the sink. Also do not take knives from pantry as the supply is running short. A vote of thanks to the steward department. Crew asked to stop the use of profane language in the mess, especially at meal times. MOUNT WHITNEY (Cargo A Tankship) July 7—Chairman, R. Jensen; Secretary, Samuel Pappas. $12 in treasury. No beefs reported by de-" partment delegates. Motion to in­ struct Hq. to investigate feasabBity of •amending present pension plan whereby it would become a retire­ ment plan based on a minimum seatime requirement, whereby a mem­ ber could retire without being dis­ abled; benefits to be prorated so that a member could retire on accrued time or sail longer and receive higher payments upon retiring. Ship received no LOGS this trip in spile of the fact that ship was in port in Italy for IS days. DEL SUD (Mississippi) August fr— Chairman, Charlie Dowling; Secretary, Mike Dunn. No beefs reported by department delegates. George Fox elected ship's delegate. Geo. Nuss elected ship's treasurer. Motion made for ship's delegate and ship's treas­ urer to contact the SIU in New Orleans as to man abscodnding with ship's fund in the amount of $108. Requesting that he not be allowed to ship out until this amount is returned. WESTCHESTER (Peninsular Naviga­ tion), June 25—Chairman, John Steeber; Secretary, George Braiil. Ship's delegate reported two men paid off ship. One man short in engine room. Minor beef in steward depart­ ment regarding chief cook doing 3rd cook's work. Joe Smith elected new ship's delegate. KATHRYN (Bull), June 35—Chair­ man, C. C. Smith; Secretary, R. Harp. Ship's delegate reported Vase Ifbiete«i BEAFAREnS 109 no beefs TRANSNORTHERN (Globe Water­ ways) July 21—Chairman, D. M. Woods; Secretary, 1. W. Griggers. Captain refused to give the crew a draw on arrival in Houston. No beefs reported by department delegates ex­ cept a few disputes in OT. Discussion about crew helping to keep messhall cleaner. Vote of thanks to the steward dept. NATIONAL DEFENDER (Nat'l Ship­ ping) July 2—Chairman, Jim Davis; Secretary, SImaon M. Simons. Request to send LOGS and union mall as everyone want to hear from SIU Hqs. No beefs reported by department delegates. Suggestion made to put all cots away. Ship's delegate to see captain about permitting haircuts in the officer's lounge. COUNCIL GROVE (Cities Service) July 3D—Chairman, McKenven; Secre­ tary, Edward J. Wright. New grade of toilet paper needed. Will be taken up with patrolman in Boston. Dele­ gate to speak to steward about night lunch, drinks other than tea. SEATRAIN SAVANNAH (Seatraln) July 29—Chairman, A. Masciello; Secretary, J. M. Lundy. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates. Sug­ gestion made that all hands cooperate with bos'n in keeping poop-deck clean. Request made to have air con­ ditioner repaired and have an over­ head placed in messroom. Suggestion made to have Ice machine repaired. Suggest to steward to have a salad as entry. STEEL CHEMIST (Isthmian) August 6—Chairman, A. M. Caspar; Secre­ tary, Gus Lopez. New ship's delegate elected, M. Brightwell. $8.00 in .treasur.v. No beefs reported by department' delegates. It was suggested that cur­ tains be Installed in crews messhall portholes. Also screen doors must be closed while in any foreign port. Seafarers At Work From The Ships At Sea The latest word from SIU ships at sea reveals the following: More Ice! The crewmen of the Sea train Savannah (Seatraln) have complained that their Ice machine has increased its output but is still running short of the demand. The crew elected to ask the com-"^' pany to pick up additional ice in Savannah to supplement the supply. Another cooling problem is the missing blower of the Royal Oak. The truant blower has been sent ashore for repairs at Boston. At last report it still hadn't returned. Without it, the crew is going to put up with a lot of hot air, 4< 3^ 4" The new instant potatoes got the "thumbs do^vn" vote from the crew of the Claiborne (Waterman). The crewmembers stated that they would rather have the old-fashioned type of potatoes, even though they have to be peeled and washed. One thing we havn't quite figured out, is how do you use Instant potatoes in a stew. Seatrain Savannah out of Ice. 4 4The Westchester (Peninsular Nav­ igation) is having trouble telling the time of day. The clocks in the crew's mess and the galley are on the blink, and new clocks have been asked for. A suggestion was made to try a new technique, "clocksnatching." In other words the crew would like to snatch the clock that's now in the saloon and put it in a more strategic place. We hope the crew solves its problems and starts running "on time" again. port that their has been too much profane language used In the crew's mess, especially during meals. It can't be the food, be­ cause the steward department re­ ceived a vote of thanks. So what the -#%$*"&$ is the matter, fel­ lahs. 4 4 4 "Cover those knees," was the cry aboard the Beauregard (SeaLand) this month. The crew has been asked not to wear shorts in 4 4» 4' the messhalls. So it's back to The crew of the Thetis (Adman­ long pants. Well, you can't get a thos) has been told to watch their suntan In the mess anyway even language. The ship's minutes re- though It may be sultry. Watch The Birdie SIU Atlantic, Gulf Lakes & Inland Waters District PRESIDENT Paul Hall EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Claude Simmons Lindsey Williams Earl Shepard A1 Tanner SECRETARY-TREASURER AI Kerr HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVES Bill HaU Ed Mooney Fred Stewart BOSTON Jolin Arabascz, Agent DETROIT FAIRLAND (Sealand Service) June 19—Chairman, A. Arnold; Secretary; William Nesta. $12.58 in treasury. No beefs reported by department dele­ gates. Some disputed OT. Joseph Gauthler elected new ship's delegate. A vote of thanks to the steward de­ partment for a good Job. 276 State St. Rlclimond 2-0140 10225 W Jefferson Ave. VInewood 3-4741 HEADQUARTERS... 675 4t)i Ave., Bklyn. HYacinlh 9-6600 HOUSTON 4202 Canal St. Paul Drozak. Agent CApital 3-4089; 3-4080 JACKSONVV.K 2608 Pearl St . SE.. Ja* William Morris. Agent ELgin 3-0987 MIAAH 744 W Flagler St. Ben Onnzales. Agent PRankiin TAMPA 312 Harrison St. Jeff Gillette, Agent 24-3471 DEL VALLE (Miss.) June II—Chair­ man, V. E. Monto; Secretary, LeRoy Jones. No beefs reported by depart­ ment delegates. LeRoy Jones elected new ship's delegate. Request for everyone to cooperate in keeping laundry clean. Vote of thanks to steward dept. for Job well done. MOBILE 1 South Lawrence St. Louis Neira, Agent HEmlock 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS 630 J.nckson Ave. Buck Stephens. Agent Tel. 529-7546 OCEAN ULLA (Maritime Overseas) July 19—Chairman, Geo. Quinorus. STEEL SEAFARER (Isthmian) June 3—Chairman, Earl Smith; Secretary, T. J. Esposlto. No beefs reported by department delegates. Suggestion made to have a door cut Into pantry from crew mess where serving win­ dow Is at present. A list for laundry room to be posted. BIEECTORY BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Rex Dickey, Agent EAstern 7-4900 PRODUCER (Marine Carriers) May 7—Chairman, E. Gardner; Secretary, G. Walter, No beefs reported by de­ partment delegates. Radio will Be returned to rec room as new casing has been made for it. J. Connors was elected ship's delegate. Request unlicensed men to stay out of officer's lounge. Captain com­ plained about some of the crew taking soda and night lunch from oITlteis' lounge. Vote of thanks to steward department. Motion made to discuss sign on with patrolman. Clari­ fication on transportation required. SIU EUILL ' NEW YORK 675 4th Ave.. Erookl.vn HYacinth 9-6600 NORFOLK 416 Coliev Ave. Paul Gonsorchik, Agent 625-6509 One of the attributes a good photographer has to have is patience, and Rex Henderson, who sails as a chief electri­ cian, has plenty as this picture, which needed lots of it to set up, shows. Henderson photographed the cardinal In his home after spending several hours luring the bird into his kitchen and onto a shelf above a sink. As for the cardinal, he seems to be wondering what's happening. PHILADELPHIA S. CarduUo, Agent 2604 S 4th St. DEwey 6-3818 SAN FRANCISCO Leon Johnson, Agent 450 Harrison St. Douglas 2-4401 SANTURCE, PR 1313 Fernandez Juncos, Stop 20 Keith Terpe, Hq. Rep. Phone 2-5998 SEATTLE 2505 1st Ave. Ted Bahkowskl, Agent Main 3-4334 WILMINGTON. CaUf 305 N. Marine Ave. Reed Humphries. Agent Terminal 4-2528 �e< SEAFARERS LOG SlU Man Back Homa On Farm Runaway Fight Stand Cited Farmer and dog—Seafarer Eugtnt Conrad stands with his tractor and collie on his Wisconsin farm, in the background are his tobacco beds and his barn, both of which he keeps ship-shape. SeafarerFarming After Seeing Sea How far from the sea is a farm-in the hills of Wis­ consin? Not as far as you'd think according to Seafarer Eugene Conrad, After signing off the Steel Scientist (Isthmian) recently, Con­ rad took over his dairy farm, which is located between Cashton and Melvlna, Just off Highway # 27 In the verdant spaces of Wis­ consin. Conrad had sailed with the SIU since 1946, and his return to the farm was a realization of an ambition he held for many years. The farm's 120 acres nestles in a lush valley, where Conrad raises his dairy herd, and cultivates over five acres of tobacco, which is used for cigar wrappers. Living alone, he not only does all the farm chores, but his housework as well. His herd numbers almost 40 head, and be­ sides them, he has two dogs and five cats. "Quite a family," he says. He has named his cows after Japanese girls he met while shipping with the SIU. And he says, laugingly, that they probab­ ly would get a great kick out of it. Conrad plans to sail once a year, during the winter months, because that's when work on a dairy farm tends to slacken off. And even though he enjoys shipping out, he still regards his farm as both his home and occupation. Farmer and cows—Here Conrad is pictured with part of his dairy herd. The cows, which are named for Japanese girls he met while sailing, number about 40 head. 'Sea Fare' by 'Red' fink To the'Editor: As a former Seafarer I have always followed with great in­ terest the constant and healthy, growth of the Union. The courageous fight over the years against the runaways is of deep Interest' to more people than is generally realized. I can think of few disputes with man agement in the last ten years that has aroused so much sym­ pathy and backing for the Un ion than the current one. Now with the Seaway a reali­ ty, the midwest, Wisconsin my home state Included, realizes the danger of our merchant ma­ rine declining because of runa­ ways. National security reasons alone make it imperative that the practice must be stopped. Receiving the June issue of the LOG gave me as much pride mi mm All lettert to the editor for puolication in the SEAFARERS LOG must be signed by the writer. Names will be withheld upon request. and admiration for the Union and its officers as any other thing in the whole American labor movement ever has. It is unbelievable that a un­ ion group could have done as the NMU has done In recent weeks. Curran's tactics Will not be forgotten in the memory of the great body of maritime rank and file. In future dealings with him they will know his true colors. I really appreciate receiving the LOG. John Shavlem 4- t Africa Union Men Score Peace Corps To the Editor: Although I am a member of the SUP, I thought that SIU members might be interested In an article in an African labor publication I ran across while I was on a three month trip throughout the continent. My trip started in Cairo and ended in Capetown, South Africa. Generally, I traveled through the central part of the continent. While In Iringa, Tanganyika, I met some leaders of a local union movement there and they showed me their publication, the "African Trade and Development Journal." One of the articles in the Journal was a very critical piece about the Peace Corps. The Journal calls it an "Ameri­ can scheme," and said there are two faults with the plan. The first is they claim that the recruits will not have any technical knowledge and will only supply manual labor which, they said, Africa has more than enough. Secondly, the Journal said the plan may be d means by which America will try to "in­ filtrate by the back door." They said that the Government has already "hinted" that nations which accept Corps volunteers will get better attention from the US. They suggest that the Peace Corps be turned over to the UN so that the plan wouldn't be "undermined." From this article it seems that we have a long hard road ahead of us in Africa. Joseph Bernat ; iNt Seaman Sells Songs; 7-Year Dream A Reality A dream that began long ago and far away in the Phil­ ippines cam® true for Emanuel Estrada Ballestero recently when he became a professional singer and recorded two of his own songs on Bali Records, a' new label. The songs, "The Roaring Philippine Meelody." and "What Can I Do" were originally released in the Philippines and in the Ha­ waiian Islands where they are hits. Distribution on the mainland is just beginning from New York City where Bali Records, which Ballestero owns, is located. Sailing Since 1927 A retired Seafarer who now ships as a third mate, Ballestero, has been sailing since 1927 and saw action with the SIU when it was first organized in the early 19408. Ballestero was born in Calbayog, Samar. The Philippines. H i s interest. In music was nurtured by his mother who taught him native folk songs. He started to turn Ms life-long dream into a reality sev­ en years ago when, after studying different musical styles on the Emanuel. Estrada' Ballestero four round-the-world voyages he checks his notes. has completed, he began writing songs and taking voice lessons. uses native Philippine tunes. Much Repertoire Of 13 Songs of his composing was done at sea The two songs that have been and some of the songs reflect the released are part of a repertoire nostalgic mood of the ocean and of 13 songs Ballestero has written. a seamen's life. He now plans to have the 11 other Six Piece Band songs recorded by Bali Records. Ballestero has temporarily The songs, which are all copy­ stopped writing songs while he righted in the USA, include two "rests" and works on promoting his in Spanish, one in Tagalog and records. Performing with a six piece three in Visayan. band composed of a bass player, Specializing in romantic ballads. a drummer, three guitarists, a maBallestero says he gets ideas for racas player, and a uke, which he the lyrics from "within myself." plays, Ballestero has turned down Watching and listening to singers several night club offers because, in many lands has given him ideas as he puts it, "I'd rather use my for melodies and style, but he also seatime." SCATRAIN TEXAS (Ssatriln) July 13—Chairman, Mortsn T*k»n; Secre­ tary, Joe Shell. George Turner elected ihlp'e delegate. S78.53 in treasury. No beefs r^orted by de­ partment delegates. Men requested not to wear underwear In messhall, also to keep cote off deck during rough weather. PETROCHEM (Valentin* Chemical) August 2—Chairman, J. R. Prestwood; Secretary, G. F. Blscheff. Wired for television set. No beefs reported by department delegates. For crew's use, ice cubes may be taken from lower ice box. MADAKIT (Waterman) July 30— Chairman, Robert R. Pope) Seeretery, members to keep soiled linen clear from the foot of the ladder leading to the store room, for safety reasons. LOiMAR (Calmsr), June 2(—Chair'man, J. Mootei Secretary, C. Gill. 'Vote of thanks to the steward de­ partment for a Job weU done. DEL SANTOS (MIstiiSlppI), June 4 —Chairman, P. G. King; tacratary, O. G. Collins. $30 in treasury. P. G. King elected ship's delegate. OVERSEAS REBECCA (Maritime Overseas), July 14—Chairmen, C. R. Johnson) Secretary, Joseph A. Long. Complaint about lack of Ice. No beets reported by department delegates. Harry A. Smith elected ship's dele­ gate. A vote of thanks to steward department for their excellent food. COEUR D' ALENE VICTORY (Vic­ tory), July 30—Chairman, Carl Lawton; Secratary, M. Towniend. No beefs reported by department dele­ gates. It was requested to be more quiet In the recreation hail next to the 4 to 8 oiler and firemen Quarter*. Albert G. Espenede. BS.M In treasury. No beefs reported by department delegates. Vote of thank* to the chief electrician for a swell job. Complaint that the cook's room is too small for two cooks. ORION PLANET (Orion) August 4— Chairman, A. J. Novak; Secrstary, J. G. Lakwyk. New washing machine ordered. No beefs reported by depart­ ment delegates. No mall or LOGS received. A letter to be drafted to Hq. concerning this matter. DEL SUD (Mississippi) Jujy 23— Chairman, Chat. Dowling; Secretary, Mike Dunn. $418.00 in treasury. Ho beefs reported by department dele­ gates. No I,OGS received but when received there are three for 100 men. MARYMAR (Calmar) May 27—Chairmen, Richard Schwarti; Secretary, Custav V. Thobe. Hutchinson re­ elected ship's delegate. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates. Be­ quest that the LOG return to its old policy of reporting only the aiTsIrs of the A&a District. Representatives of the SIU Food Plan were asked to make an attempt to secure a belter grade df coffee for the men on the Calmer ships. ALCOA POLARIS (Alcoa), July 12 —Chairman, John Mayton; Secretary, Orlando H. Lepet. Pat Fango elected Bhip's deleggte. Steward tequeets new GATEWAY CITY (teS-Lsnd), May 11—Chairman, Parsons) secrstary. Moor*. Parsons elected ship's dele­ gate. Suggestion was made that more night lunch ho put out In port. Crew told that water fountain be used only for drinking purposes. ALCOA POINTER (Alcosq, May 28 —Chairman, B. Moesley; Secretary, A. Higham. Ship's delegate reported captain said crew's quarters will be painted next trip. Food has not been up to standard. Steward claims he has been cut to the bone by the port Steward in Mobile. This will be taken up with patrolman in Baltimore. Too many leftovers have been used over and over. Slopchest Is very poor. S6.30 In treasury. Some disputed OT in each department. Vote of thanks from all to Brother Moesley for a good Job. Also to the 4-8 watch for cleaning pantry every niorning. DEL ALBA (Mississippi), June 3— Chairman, C. Wright; Secratary, F. N. Cain. Repair list turned in. Few beefs will be taken up with patrolman. Men that Joined ship in Texas can ride to port of engagement. $30 in ship's fund. Motion made that in the even the ship is laid up, fund In treasury be donted to PH3 hospital. Ship needs fumigation. Jackson elected new treasurer. Sugestion that recreation room he used instead of messroom, for playing cards. Steward requests that all linen be turned In. Also that linen supply be increased. Suggestion to change brand of coffee. Request that crewmembers be prop­ erly dressed when they go to messroom. Vole of thanks to the steward department. �•epiember, INl SEAFARERS Seafarer's Daughter Aims For Success On The Stage The children of Seafarers don't always go down to the sea In ships. And when they're girls, and as pretty as Deedee Hand, the opposite is usually true. Miss Hand, the daughter of Sea­ farer James M. Hand, who Is now aboard the Neva West (Bloomfleld), has set her sails for a career on the stage. And her activities In Tampa are aiding not only her own efforts but those of a small hand of would-be thespians who form the "Actors of Tomorrow" Drama Club. The Club, which has been or­ ganized for only a short time, made the headlines in Tampa re­ cently when Hollywood actress Sharon Connors stopped by to give the aspiring actors and actresses a few pointers. Miss Connors delivered a lec­ ture based on her experiences on and off the stage while on location In Fi-ance. She then watched as the amateur group performed a few impromptu skits. Deedee Hand began acting at the • age of six, and is well-known in the Tampa area as a model and panelist on many of the city's radio and television productions. She hopes to break into the le­ gitimate theatre, and thereby fol­ low in her mother's footsteps. Mrs. Hand, formerly Flo Crane, was a professional model, actress and Deedee Hand, daughter of musician. It's a sure bet that Sea­ Seafarer James M. Hand, is farer Hand Is proud of his hard­ pictured presenting a corsage working daughter. to Sharon Connors, LOG-A-RHYTHM: Pilgrimage By Thurston Lewis Here is the bark of pearls which lovers desire Riding the boundaried waves Gliding dawn the stream, the sire Of which is the might sea to whom it returns. Here is the ship of fairies' wings Piercing the clouds, dodging the storfn Flying with the wing that sings With rage, to toss it about under the stars. Here is the body (that quickens my spirit) Smooth and naked in the starlight That lifts my soul to the sky And lets me fall, wiltmg, into the night. TRANSINDIA (Hudson Witorwayi), Juno 3—Chairman, D. L. DIckerton; •acratary, R. Ayars. Ship'a delegata reported that draw will be in travelors' checks. Steward ordered 40 cots, but 24 came aboard for crew of SO. Deck engineer aleeps with wlpera. Delegate would like to get him a room by himself. This will be brought to the attention of patrolman at pay­ off. Crew asked to bring coffee cups back to pantry. Men asked to turn fans off whenot In room. CANTiCNY (Citias Servica), May 3» —Chairman, idward J. Wright; Sacra•ary, Herbert Berner. No beefs' re­ ported. Ship's delegate elected. Crew asked to check for matches In pockets before washing clothes. Also to clean recreation room. department dalegatas. Need new clothes line. Request that steward pass out spray for roaches. Also to keep Kroo boys out of midship house. HILTON (Bull), April f—Chairman, 6. Gallant; Bacratary, P. thauger. Ship to atop in Ceuta for bunkers. One man from -each department wUl bo on safety committee. O. Gallant resigned as ship's delegata. New ship's delegata elected. C. C. Smith. No beefs reported. Motion made to forward to headquarters a copy of the slopchest prices aboard this ves­ sel. Suggestion to see If something VIVIAN (Maritime Overseas), May 14—Chairman, J. Broaddus; Secre­ tary, R. M. Hampshire. No beefs re­ ported. Movie rental accepted by full crew. Discussion made with crew on helping gangway watch to keep un­ authorized persons out of passage­ ways and crew's quarters. FRANCES (Bull), Mty 25—Chalf^ man, (Jarios Diaz; Secretary, not given. S. J. Clureman was elected chip's delegate. No beefs reported by department delegates. Motion made that a member being In the Union over a period of time is en­ titled to some consideration for re­ tirement pension. Crew asked to bring cups back to the pantry. Will gee patrolman regarding having fresh milk at night. OCEAN DEBORAH (Maritime Ovaraeas), April 30—Chairman, E. Ligon; Secretary, R. Hutchins. Ship's dele­ gate elected. Some disputed OT to be taken up with boarding patrolman. ' Vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment for a Job well done. Three men missed ship In Augusta, Sicily. DEL ALBA (Mississippi), April 9— Chairman, R. Johnston; Secretary, J. W. Schneidel. E. Hardcaatle elected shlp'N delegate. No beefs reported by can be done about the salty drinking water. MADAKET (Wstermanq, May SiChairman, Sam Baker; Secretary, Gus Skendelas. Three men loged In deck department. Beef In department will be taken up with patrolman. One man from engine department hos­ pitalized In Honolulu, and two men missed ship. Three men were picked up from different unions. Disputed OT In deck department. No beefs re­ ported in engine and steward depart­ ments. PENN TRADER (Penntrans), May 27 —Chairman, John A. Ziereis; Secre­ tary, S. Rothschild. Ship received let­ ter from the Mount Evans, thanking crew for their help In the matter of cigaret shortage. Some disputed OT In deck and engine departments. Vote of thanks to Sparks for prompt news Vage Twentr-OM LOG A Seafarer's Personal History Of Mississippi Shipping Co. (The following article on the history of the Mississippi Shipping Company was submitted to the LOG by Seafarer Vic Miorana.) - In the year 1919, the Mississippi Shipping Company blazed a new trail in the shipping industry when it charted a course for Brazil, and made the run with its first and only ship. On August 7, 1919, the Company bought the Bound Brook. It was this ship that pioneered the first coffee run to Brazil, thereby opening up a new trade route from the United States to South America. On October 7, 1919, the Company bought Its second ship, the Lake Fontenot. The "Fontenot," quickly followed in the wake of the "Bound Brook," and began making the run to Brazil too. On September 15, 1920, Mississippi expanded Its operation, and began making a run to Argentina. The iirst ship to sail 4. the new route was the Loraine Cross. In its initial year. It made eight trips between the United States and South American ports. In the year 1929, the Company took over the Gulf-Brazll-Rlner Plata Line for $2,700,000, and add­ ed 12 cargo vessels to its growing fleet. Each vessel averaged about 9,600 deadweight tons. The names of the 12 shins at the time of pur­ chase were: Afel, Blffco, Casa, Clearack, Clearwater, Salvation Lass, Saugerties, Shoodle, West Counl, West Nerls and the West Segonia. These names were later changed to comply with the Delta insignia. 1935 saw the Company sign its first contract with the old Interna­ tional Seafarers Union, and in 1939 it entered into a contract with our present SlU. From .that time until the present, the com­ pany has maintained harmonious working relations with the SIU. After 22 years, there has never been any work stoppage or delays in sailing. This has to be chalked up to the fine relationship that exists between Mississippi and the SIU. In 1940, the company branched out still further, by placing three passenger-cargo ships on their runs. These ships were, the Del Brasll, the Del Orleans, and the Del Argentina. They were quickly followed by the Del Aires and the Del Santos. In 1942, with the outbreak of war, the Navy commissioned a number of Mississippi 1 h i p s. Among them was the Del Brasll. This ship had the honor of being (Continued on page 22) One of the newest additions to Delta Line fleet is the cargo ship Del Rio, shown at her launching, which was sidewise affair. Dei Sud is one of the company's three combination passen­ ger-cargo vessels on the South American run. Other vessels operate to West Africa. reports during voyaga. New library requested on arrival In Houston. Crew hopes mall situation continues to Improve. Vote of thanks to baker Wllbert Wentllng. for Job well done. ring Information about unlicensed business, to the topside officers, to be brought up on charges. Discussion about the discharge of bosim, and replacsment sent down. JOSEFINA (Liberty Nav.), May 28— Chairman, M. C. Cooper; Secretary, Vincent J. Fitigeraid. Department delegates reported no beefs. Discus­ sion regarding bed linen and faulty mattresses. This wlU be brought to attention of boarding patrolman. Re­ ceived February LOG In Aden. June 4—Chairman, P. N. Melnerth; Secretary, C. R. Oemers. Ship's dele­ gate reported no beefs. Some re­ pairs were taken care of. No LOGS received lately. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done. DB SOTO (Waterman), June 4— Chairman, Kane; Secretary, A. Fase. ROBIN GOODFELLOW (Robinq, June 3—Chairman, Barnard Mace; Secretary, Lawrence H. Chapman. Most of repairs taken care of and everything going along smoothly, with no complaints from topside. One iftan from stewai-d department left In hospital In Bremen. Germany. Ship's fund to be built up by arrival pool. Ship's del-gate reported no beefs except that the three departments have some disputed OT. One man was hospitalized In Capetown on May 20. Another man Is still sick aboard ship, this being the captain. Ship's fund, $16.35. DEL NORTE (Mississippi), June 4 —Chairman, Philip Coics; Secretary, COEUR D'ALENE VICTORY (Vic­ tory), May 24—Chairman, Carl Lawson; Secretary, F. O. Airey. Ship's Bill Kaiser. Bernle Guarlno reported that he saw the patrolman about the crew signing on and signing off on the same day. The patrolman will con­ tact the company to see If It can be worked out. $25 In ship's fund from voyage No. 101. Department delegates . reported no beefs. John E. Ward elected ship's delegate. Phil Cuica requested crew to send pictures and news to the LOG as he has not seen news of the Del Norte in a long time. Purser's office requests that men turn In Argentine passports and vac­ cination certificates. OMNIUM PREIOHTER (Mol), April 23—Chairman, F. N. Melnerth; Sec­ retary, C. E. Oemers. Ship's delegate reported everything running smoothly with no beefs. Request that all lock­ ers be fixed and ventilators and sky­ lights to be fixed. COASTAL SENTRY (Suwannee), May 3—Chairman, Masiey; Secretary, Radford. No beefa reported. SI.10 in ship's fund. Discussion regarding any Uiilicenaed personnel caught lefer- delegate reported no beefs. One man hospitalized In Suez and one man hospitalized in Antwerp, Belgium. New ship's delegate elected, A. N. Ringuette. Ship's delegate to see the captain regarding a "no peddler" sign put on the gangway. Discussion regarding steward supervising his work and making some changes in menus. INES (Bull), June 11—Chairman, Johnes; Secretary, Kail. Man hospi­ talized In Honolulu. No beefs reported by department delegates. Motion made to have union see that States Marine 'Frisco agent forward all crew mail to next port of call. .This is the third time that they have held mail for over two months without forward­ ing,. also hold special delivery mall that came. Discussion on sougeelng port passageway. WARRIOR (Waterman), June 10,— Chairman, Johnson; Secretary, Elliott. No beefs reported by department delegates. Request wind scoops and screens, also water tanks need clean­ ing. Vote of thanks to the baker, and the steward department. ALCOA PLANTER (AIcos), June 10 —Chairman, Music, Secretary, Whal- en. S25.83 in treasury. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates. Re­ quest more different salads. CAPI HENRY (Northern Steam­ ship), June 11—Chairman, Wagner) Secretary, Saunders. No beefs re­ ported. New washing machine to be connected. Eos'n has built shelf for library for use of all In recreation room. ROBIN HOOD (Moore MeCormack), June 18—Chairman, Vaughn; Secre­ tary, Sedowiki. $12.00 In treasury. Several hours disputed In OT. No beefs reported by department dele­ gates. Few If any LOGS have been received In foreign ports. Vote of thanks to steward department and also to wiper and ordinary seaman on sanitary work for Invaluable service. MAE (Bull), June 17—Chairman, Morris; Secretary, Cantwell. $58 In treasury. No beef reported by depart­ ment delegates. STEEL SCIENTIST (isthmian), June 18—Chairman, Fuller; Steretary, Sksiton. $16 in treasury. No/beef reported by department delegates. It was sug­ gested to all hands to have Patrolman check OT on deck department. Mate cutting OT short. All hands suggested to let the patrolman check with skipper on cigarettes. COASTAL CRUSADER (Suwannse), June 14—Chairman, Stevens; Secre­ tary, Parrish. $4.77 in treasury. Dele­ gates report dispute in OT. Com­ plaints on food being served. Steward report stores not sati.sfactory. MONTAUK POINT (Seatrade), June 14 — Chairman, Banks; Sacrelary, Goast. No beefs reported by depart­ ment delegates. Blowers for working in holds should be placed aboard la Boston. Vote of thanks to steward department. �BEAf'An^nB ipn Pare Tfrenfj-Tiee Needs IWoney For Court Defense fcl. To the Editon Having sailed SIU since 1950 and now having nowhere else to turn, I'd appreciate It if you would Insert this In the LOO. Three days after paying off the Dal Vlento (Mississippi), I was arrested and face a very serious charge. My attorney says we have a good chance of having the charge reduced but I need some money for legal expenses. I've loaned out about as much as anybody else In our Union and the only way I can reach all these people is through the LOG. I don't like- to sound like a can-shaker but I loaned money in good faith and, believe me, I'm in dire need of It now. Anybody wishing to return any money they owe me ean send it to my attorney, whose address Ist Mr. William Morgan, Attor- All letters to the Editor for publication in the SEAFARERS LOG must be signed by the writer. Names will be withheld upon request. ney-at-Law; Maritime Building, New Orleans, La. Please send my name along so the lawyers will give me credit for the money. Normau T. Plummer Hits Gov't RfoVos On Shipping To the Editon All seaiaen who sail on American ships have long been aware of the enmity shown by the State and Defense Depart­ ments against them. The latest example Is the decision to ship American coal In foreign bot­ toms to our armed forces over­ seas. This is supposed to reduce the dollar drain; it also totally disregards the "50-50" law. Only after protest from sea­ men's unions, steelworkers and mineworkers did President Kennedy see fit to mildly In­ quire of the Defense Depart­ ment If they would not recon­ sider their decision and agree to ship half of the coal cargo In American bottoms. The excuse as to why such a ••PtMBlHW. Itn Witi dioubimi U Aiberloan ships carried this eargo, all savings by buy­ ing in tha tl8 would be nulli­ fied due to the higher trans­ portation costs. Yet the official seemed to de­ liberately Ignore the fact that miners, operators, seamen and railroad workers pay taxes'and that Federal and state relief rolls would be reduced with the increase in jobs... - I wonder if it is fair to have many in the US continue to suf­ fer from prolonged unemploy­ ment while these so-called friendly countries are h-aving the biggest boom In their his­ tory. M. Gottschalk (Ed. nofet The Defense De­ partment reversed its position after protests). X Cifes Senator's 'Duplicity' To the Editor: Senate GOP leader Everett Dirksen (111.) has partaken of "socialized medicine" while he has repeatedly denounced it. This "lotsa profit, little wage" advocate, who voted against the $1.25 minimum wage, was re­ cently confined to Governmentoperatej military hospital with an ulcer. He doesn't go to any "Green Cross" or "Black Cross" hospi­ tal; you and I paid for his doc­ tor, nurse, .orderly, etc. He was not too proud to use this Government-supplied medicine. Yet, when we look, we see he Is against medical aid to the aged. Soma of our Senators are strange men Indeed. Anthony Victor Smolenskl Nobody Monkeys With Him • ••••• nnr-nTTrmnnm-lTi- 1' I L I FINANCIAL REPORTS. The oonstitutlon Of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Iniand 'Vaters District makes specific provision for safegxiardlng the membershlp'a money end Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed CPA audit every three months by a rank and file auditing committee elected by the mem­ bership. 'All Union records are available at SIU headquarters In Brooklyn. Should any member, for atiy reason, be refused his constitutional right to In­ spect these records, notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mall, return receipt requested. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered In accordance with the provisions .of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees In charge of these funds shall consist equally of union and management represent­ atives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. If, at any time, you are denied information about any SIU trust fund, notify SIU President Paul Hall at 61U headquarters by certified mall, return receipt requested. m J SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected by the con­ tracts of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waterp District, and by Union shipping rules, which are incorporated in the contract. Get to know youx^hlpplng rights. If you feel there has been any violation of your ship­ ping or seniority rights, first notify t|ie Seafarers Appeals Board. Also notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters, by certified mall, return re­ ceipt requested. m CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for or on tha proper sheets and In the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, falls to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. In addition, notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mall, return receipt requested. Quickly sizing up the maritime situation, this Belgian circus performer gave up show business for a life on the high seas. Joining what he felt was the best union for seamen, he sailed on the Frances (Bull) from Puerto Rico, and became buddies with the rest of the crew. Knobby stated that coffee of the Frances was first rate. Here he directs deckside operations with L Curly Barnes, OS, and Frisco Frissora, BR. 0 A Seafarer's History Of The Mississippi Shipping Co. (Continued from page 21) the first ship to carry US Marines overseas. Her first run was to Wellington, New Zealand, where her complement of Marines were Involved in staging the first US counter-attack of the war. This was right after the attack on Pearl Harbor, and tha entire crew re­ ceived a citation for making the dangerous trip. The war cost Mississippi three ships in 1942, the Del Mundo, the Del Valle and the Del Plata. Cap­ tain H. P. Smith (the first captain ever hired by Mississippi) lost his life aboard the Del Mundo. On May 3, 1943, another Mis­ sissippi ship earned recognition from the Government. The crew was cited by the Under Secretary of State for their heroic and meri­ torious service, in making the run to Murmansk, Russia. Anyone who was sailing during the war re­ members, with a shudder, Mur­ mansk. In 1947, the Company Inaug­ urated its maiden run to West Af­ rica. And today in 1961, the Mis­ sissippi Shipping Company main­ tains regular scheduled sailings to South America and West Africa. May this fine company always have smooth sailing. Ttll it to tilt Iioj! EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual In 'the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deem­ ed liarmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September meetings in all coiistitutlonal ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an edl-torial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union, Tha Exec­ utive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one Individual to carry out this responsibility. ;| ii PAYHENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the .EIU unless an official Union receipt Is given for same. Under no cir­ cumstance should any member pay any money for any" reason unless ho Is given such receipt. If In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or If a member Is required to make a payment end given an official receipt, but feels that ha should not have been re­ quired to make such payment, ,thls should Immediately be called to the attention of SIU President Paul Hall by certified mall, return receipt requested. — m m CO?!STITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the .TEJAFARERS LOG a verbatim copy of ita constitution. In addition, copies are available In all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution 80 as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer Is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or o'ollgatlon by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mall, return receipt requested. RETIRED SEAFARERS. OlU-tlmo SIU mfirabers drawing disability-pension bene­ fits have always been encouraged to continue their union activities., In­ cluding attendance at membership meetings. And like all other^ SIU members at these Union meetings, they are encouraged to talce an active role In all rank-and-l'ile functions. Including service on rank-and-file committees. Because these oldtlmers cannot.take shipboard employment, the membership has reaffirmed the long-standing Union policy of allowing them to retain' tholr good standing through tha waiving of their dues. 'i �SEAFARERS LOG Typ« Minutes Whsn Posslbis C. W. HaU Please get In touch with your lister, Grace Jackson, 949 Jones Street, Detroit 26. Michigan. Urgent. Ex-Robla Line Moore-McCormack has unclaimed wages pending lor the following Seafarers. Contact L. G. Farrell, assistant treasurer, Mooremack, 2 Broadway, NYC: Philip Frank, A. P. Clnquemano, Anthony Toker, D. T. Whittaker, Samuel D. Grendi, W. J. Mclntyre, Elmer C. Banner, Conway W. Beard, Norman L. Hargrave, Willie J. Koontz, Billy J. Taylor, Jesus Granado, Kenneth Miller, Morti­ mer T. Morris, Andrew Lewis, Louis A. Romero, James V. Pres­ ton, Frank B. Blguely. John F. Wllllami Please contact your sister, Mrs. Lucy Williams Abel, 15 W. Gore Ave., Orlando, Fla. Anyone know­ ing of his whereabouts please con­ tact Mrs. Abel by air mail, nennan H. Hickman Chief Eieetrieian Anybody knowing his where­ abouts- please notify his wife and family. Contact Mrs. Evelyn Hick­ man, 442 Mobile Street, Montgom­ ery 4, Ala. Harry M. Beg Please contact Miss Diana S. Beg, 570 Levering, West Los An­ geles 24, Calif. Renben B. Habbard Contact your mother, Mrs. Ann M. Hubbard, 2108 Reynolds Street, Savannah, Ga. Ernest O. Ladnier Important you write your cousin. qouR Mrs. Eran Anderson, 3433 Holly­ wood, Baton Rouge, La., before October 27 in connection with set­ tlement of the estate of Miss Lela Walters. EmiUo Pardo Urgent you contact your son, Emilio Pardo Suarez, Oseda Sacla, La Coruna, Spain, about your wife who is HI. "Oney"-8-12 oiler Wird-eleetridan ex-Steel Admiral Please forward your home ad­ dress to Jack Guard, 2047 Chest­ nut Street, San Francisco, Calif. Peter Dwyer ex-Eagle Traveler Please write to Erie Julber, c/o Bodle & Fogel, 3540 Wilshlre Boulevard, Los Angeles 5, Calif., concerning an injury to a shipmate. Following Seafarers have eye­ glasses waiting for them at vari­ ous Texas State Optical olHces: Jim Jenkins (at 608 Travis Street, Houston). R. F. Cody (6636 Harrisburg, Houston) S. M. LaPointe. Conrado Maldonado Reyes Contact L. McKenna, Box 665, Route 1, Mobile, Ala., about where to send your papers and Army dis­ charges. Edward .^derson Your gear has been cheeked at the headquarters baggage room. Walter C. Zajonc Please come home or get In touch with your sister, Mrs. Jose­ phine Blanchard, as soon as pos­ sible. Albert Wagner Get in touch with Raymond Pccoraro, claims representative, All f Baj In order to aseuri accurate digests of shipboard meetings in the LOG, it is desirable that the .-reports of shipboard meet­ ings be typed if at all possible. State Insurance Company, 188 Montague Street, Brooklyn, con­ cerning accident which took place on December 24, 1960, at Atlantic Avenue and Smith Street. You can call UL 5-4481 Mondays and Wednesdays, or ES 2-2710 evenings. Ex-Coe Victory Will person that took belt and silver belt buckle with initials FNC by mistake from chief cook's room on the Coe Victory, July 8, please get in touch with F. N. Cain, 432 Washington Street, Bay St. Louis, Mo. Sentimental value involved. O. D. (Slim) Walker Please contact your brother in Beaumont, Texas. Eugene Wilson Very important you get in touch with your parents at 5908 Pulaski Avenue, Philadelphia, phone VI 40972 as your father is ill. Eugene Watson Contact Edwin M. Felker. 3903 Mayberry Ave.- Baltimore 6, Md. William H. Mason Please contact Mrs. Iris L. Stone, 601 W. 35th Street, Nor­ folk, Va. Patrocino Pereira Please get in touch with your daughter, Mrs. Emily Pereira, c/o J. F. D* Silva, PO Box 2849, Nai­ robi, Kenya. Anybody knowing the whereabouts of the above is urged to contact him and notify him of this message. »"» (Continued from page 24) •flieers will be more inclined to respect and work with the delegate. The best policy to follow is to let the delegates and th® patrolman handl® the problems. The whole works will be slowed down and confused If all hands stort liollering and talking at once. only a healthy thing, consistent with our democratic procedures. It is necessary for a better Union. The place for all criticism is out in the open—-at the shipboard and membership meetings ashore, where all can hear.. Diplomacy Pays OH Whether you're a real "pro" as a dele­ gate or If this Is your first turn as an elected representative, there are some "regl pros" you will undoubtedly meet. Of course the fortunate delegates are fore-armed for these people and then again you may not have one of these per­ sons aboard this ship. Their categories all follow these pat­ terns: 1. Anfl-admlnistratlon. 2. Pro-administration. 3. Won't run for delegate. 4. What has the Union done for me? There are a few within the membership that have always been anti-administration. They have but one goal and that is to agitate the rest. They are usually voicing their opinion, whether factual or not, about some officer or officers of the Union. The pet theme is "where does this go gnd why did they do this?" As a delegate, you represent the Union while aboard your ship and your job becomes twice as diffi­ cult when you encounter such a person. But, if you know the facts then you are prepared and ready to cope will) the situ­ ation when it arises. Now, the pro-adzninlsjration man can be as bothersome and di.sruptlng as the man wlio is the opposite. This is where you and the Union get another problem of keeping an even keel. The "ail for the Union" guy goes all the way in extreme of his counterpart, the anti-administration man. He (the pro) is the very first to volun­ teer for anything, a beef, a picket line, and the likes, runs for delegate, pats all You'd be surprised at the results you can get in presenting a beef if you sail Into the situation on an even keel. Re­ member, you're trying to show that some­ thing is logically due to a man in your department. How you present your case is Import'ant. "The guy who said you can catch more flies with honey than you can with vinegar wasn't shooling blanks. If you're headed for the skipper's or department head's quarters, show them the same courtesy you'd expect from them. If they were coming to your room. By barging in, you're Just chalking up two strikes Qgainst yourself before you even open your mouth. When you get down to the issue, talk in a normal tone of voice. And slick to the matter at hand. In 99 cases out of 100 you'll get twice as far as you would by shouting and cursing. Most licensed guys are Union men. And we always treat a Union man as a good Union man—that is, until he shows he's not. 4" No advice to delegates would be com­ plete without a word on anti-union dis­ rupters, These disrupters are usually mis­ guided guys who think they are helping the company or them.selves by spreading rumors aimed at hurling the Union, its membership and olTicials. Alert members will nail these guys' lies on the spot. This doesn't mean that cilticj.sm is not welcome. Constructive criticism is not V^aalr-lfen* More Unions Take Gains In Form Of Vacations NEW YORK—Increases in vacation benefits are becoming widespread in blue-collar union contracts, both as a desirable benefit and as a means of spreading employment opportunity, 'Fortune" magazine reports. placements for vacationing mem­ The magazine's survey of bers. vacation clauses also indicates Since the trend toward lotomi- that shoreside unions have a long way to go to match the kind of vacations provided in the SIU agreement. "Fortune" reports that the average vacation benefit in the United States is more than two weeks. Most shoreside worjcers though, have to be on the job at least three years to get two weeks off while at least 40 percent get a second week only after working five years. It takes some 15 years of employment in most industries to get three weeks' vacation pay By contrast, the SIU Vacation Plan provides a $400 benefit after a year's employment, better than one month's base pay for most ratings, and $800 or better than two months' ba^ pay for those whose employment is continuous on one ship, provided they get off and do not ship at least 60 days. There is no other condition as to length of employment, which shoreside firms require. Unions, "Fortune" reports, look upon vacations as a device to com­ bat the inroads of automation on employment. By reducing the in­ dividual worker's time on the job, and providing him wth more time off, the unions can keep up the work force via the need for re- the officials on the back, drops their names wherever he feels he can be heard and in substance, goes overboard. There are several other types in this line, he may greet you at the gangway or in your foc'sie only to let you know tlrat he has been sent down to the ship to "get it "etralghtened out." The normal que.stion would be what harm is this man? Well, one extreme is as outmoded as the other. Not every offi­ cial can be that great a guj'. He wastes time spouting off about the Union when he could help just as well by merely doing his job, and last but not least, he Is a "spokesman" on humanity and will speak at great length if given the least audience. To be aware of both the anti-administra­ tion and the pro, is considered a good bracer for preparing yourself to meet the others mentioned above. Those that won't run for delegate even though they are among the more senior and experienced men aboard, have social functions, poker games and the like that they would prefer taking part in rather than settling shipboard problems. And then there is the person who asks, "What has the Union done for me?" Fortunately these people mentioned above are ail in a minority as far as their numbers are concerned. With a handy reference such as the handbook, the dele­ gate can prepare himself to answer their questions, no matter where he sounds off. To assist the delegate in answering a. number of these questions you will find diagrams of the Union's wages and dues structures over the past 22 years, also the tlon is a long-term one and will In­ evitably result in a reduction of the work force for any given job, the provision of increased vacation pay is deemed the best means of protecting workers' job security and at the same time improving their conditions in line with th® rising standard of living. US To Build Researcli Boat WASHINGTON—A fishing re­ search vessel for use in the North­ west Atlantic will be built in Lou­ isiana, it was announced recently by Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall. The vessel, whicb .will cost $1,773,948, will be one of the first constructed under the new na­ tional oceanographic program launched under the endorsement of President Kennedy. The new craft will be able to engage in re­ search in any of the world's nav­ igable waters and in all conditions. Base of the new vessel will b® at Woods Hole, Mass., where resep'ch facilities will also be lo­ cated. . number of jobs contracted compared with the number of members in an "A" class seniority. When you {ompare these charts with their respective figures, you will see that the officials of your Union have main­ tained an even keel. The membership fig­ ure for the "A" seniority is based on a ratio of nine members for every eight contracted jobs. This margin is maintained so that the Union hiring halls have a reserve to draw from when the jobs are called in from the contracted companies. As an exampie, let us take a ship crewing up in Bal­ timore. The call is in for a total of thirty jobs. It takes nearly forty men, or a reserve of ten to crew this one ship. Some men will not pass the physical, some men aren't ready to sail and others may not want the job. So, as you can see, if we did not have the reserve to draw from in the most senior class, the ship would be forced to sail shorthanded. Frequently questions arise that cannot be readily answered by the delegate. Re­ gardless of their nature, when you can't answer them, remember you will have a patrolman abo-ard at payoff to help. If he cannot satisfactorily answer the ques­ tion, the next step is to bring it to the attention of the Union through the nearest hiring hall. No matter hew the question is answered, it should be quoted for the record, so that the record may reflect the appropri­ ate question and answer. In turn, the record can also serve as a background for your answers that may seem to others as coming from the "top of your head." Another source of information has been the ships' bulletin board. The SEA­ FARERS LOG now carries a bulletin board with the notices and items of im­ portance to ail hands. It is believed that through the Unions publication, more members are reached and kept abreast of Union functions, negotiations and actions by incorporating it in the LOG. All in ail a delegate's job is mighty im­ portant. A good delegate holds the im­ portant post of representing the cfi.jn on the ship and making life more livable for all—and that's what we are all after in the long run. A good delegate usually means a happy ship. Good luck and smooth sailing. �SEAFARERS LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO HIPBOARD activity Is the heart ef the Union. Prpctically every phase of the Union's operation is the result of some development aboard ship. Many of our contract provisions are concrete examples. Certain of our working ruies and conditions appear in the agreements because the experience of SIU crews pointed out the need for them. Similarly, our shipping rules and con­ stitution are amended from time to time to strengthen the organization's structure and improve the general welfare of the membership. In many cases, these changes originated in motions, adopted at ship­ board meetings. Since the crews aboard ships are the Union's right arm, it n-aturally follows that they should be in A-1, shape. If they are, the Union will be able to push full ahead—if they aren't—well, just imagine what a fouled-up situation might result. In connection with the importance of the shipboard unit, the purpose of this is to show how smoothly a crew can oper­ ate. It highlights the role in our Union set-up of a very necessary cog—the dele­ gate. Although intended as a guide for the three department delegates and the ship's delegate, it is recommended reading for all hands. A working knowledge and understanding of the delegate's functions will not only make their job a lot easier, it will make life aboard ship a lot more pleasant and profitable for every crewmember. It is most important to elect your dele­ gates as soon as possible after the crew Is signed on and maintain these delegates throughout the voyage. Whenever a crew fails to elect delegates it is the responsi­ bility of the Union patrolman to appoint delegates to Insure the smooth operation of the crew's affairs. S You're The Delegate If you're the delegate, remember al­ ways that your shipmates have elected you to represent them as one of the three department delegates—deck, engine, stew­ ard—or ship's delegate. Your pride should let you know that besides thinking you're an okay guy, the crew has respect for your ability to handle a situtaion with tact and understanding, and that you know the score. In the old days, crews weren't so fortu­ nately represented. They were always be­ ing shoved around. But with the coming of the Union—and the Union delegates— they were able to assert their rights and draw the respect they're entitled to. Without the delegates, shipboard life could-be one long stretch of ^confusion on overtime, repairs, working conditions, food, quarters and everything else. The Job Starts Here There aren't many hard and fast rules to worry about. What the job requires mostly is some good old-fashioned com­ mon sejise. Of course you should be familiar with Union rules and contracts, just as all SIU members should. But if you're a bit hazy on some of them, there are copies of the contracts as well as shipping rules and the constitution in the SIU handbook. Fur­ ther, they should be available aboard ship for you to make reference to when you need them. Anything you do to improve your effi­ ciency as a delegate will also better you as a Seafarer. The advantages of getting the old savvy ar"e two fold: (1) they serve your Union, and, (2) they serve you. All delegates as well as their shipmates, should realize that the cooperation of all hands at all times has been responsible for the Union's gains for the membership. The SIU's further advance—and the pres­ ent gaips—can be jeopardized by irrespon­ sible crewmembers. Thus our strength is tied in with our enforcement of selfdiscipline. Subservience is not expected of any man. But the membership has the right to demand a healthy respect for the Union rules it has drawn up democratioally for the good and welfare of all hands. to your relieving crew in a good condi­ tion. Patrolmen have been instructed to check rooms periodically during their visits. Additional Duties There is no use trying to minimize the Job of the delegate. Any way you look at it, it's a man-sized Job. One thing the delegate can keep his eyes open for is good Union reading ma­ terial. Copies of the SEAFARERS LOQ and other, Union literature should be available at all times for reading and discussion. Meetings, too ere good places for the guys to learn more about their Union Delegates Duties Overall, the guidepoints apply equally to all departments. Here's a few of your essential duties if you're a delegate. (If you're not, it's a good idea to know them anyway.) 1. Check each man's book and see that he is in good standing. 2. Be sure each man has been shipped through the Union hiring hall. Be sure each crewmember shows an assignment card when he boards the ship. *3. Before entering a payoff port, the delegate should prepare a list of those men who wish to pay dues and what amounts they will be paying. These lists are helpful to the patrolman who will be paying off your ship. Then his time can be .devoted to settling those items under dispute or that need cleaning-up. 4. Be sure all men in your department turn in their overtime as soon as worked, but in any case no later than 72 hours later depending on your contract's pro­ vision. 5. Instruct members of your depart­ ment to keep an accurate record of their overtime in the event any dispute arises. 6. Avoid one-sided allocation of over­ time work; see that the work is divided as equally as possible. 7. Be sure all overtime is turned In to the department head, whether it is dis­ puted or not. Any overtime that is not submitted cannot be collected. There is no point in arguing with anyone aboard ship about disputed overtime. If the Issue can't be settled immediately, turn the facts over to the Union patrolman when he comes aboard. Let him settle It for you. An Important job is to prepare the draw list. If they are customary on your ship. Each department delegate makes a , list of the men in his department and how much of a draw he wants. This list Is to be turned over to the captain by the ship's delegate, who should also inquire when a draw can be expected. Each department delegate should see to it that no member of his department leaves the ship until his relief or replace­ ment is aboard. The delegate should also be notified by a crewmember when ho gives his 24-hour notice of quitting or ask­ ing a relief so there will be no dispute later. These matters are always especially important to insure against sailing shorthanded. That an "SIU Ship Is A Clean Ship" has basis in fact. Your department living quarters should be clean and livable from sign on to sign off. Everyone growls when he comes aboard a dirty, disorderly ship. Remember this and turn over the ship and to sound off on issues of mutual in­ terest. So the more meetings the more good can come 6f them. A good way to carry out your Union educational functions is through the medi­ um of special meetings. Here the guys who know the score can give straightfor­ ward union talks so that the members may learn what the Union stands for. Get all the Union literature you can to use as background materral for discussion of these sessions. On the subject of meetings, don't for­ get that copies of the ships' minutes should be made in duplicate. One for the Union and one for the ship's flies, which should be turned over to the delegate if the recording secretary gets off the ship. Repair lists and unsettled beefs should be recorded with a copy to the department head, one to the Union and one for the delegate. So long as there are ships sailing, beefs will be- a shipboard factor. Settling these beefs to the satisfaction of all is one of the primary functions of the Union. How­ ever, plenty of situations result In beefs that are easily avoidable. Keeping down the number of small, petty beefs will give strength to the sound, legitimate ones that will be much easier to square away. Beefs can generally be broken down Into two kinds: 1. Those that involve the company over such matters as overtime, food, quarters, etc. 2. Those that come up among crewmembers. Personal beefs are Just that, no more. They don't involve the Union or your shipmates and shouldn't be Interpreted that way. The best way to insure success In your overtime disputes Is to be certain they're legitimate. Phony overtime is no more substantial than a $3 bill—and can be just as troublesome. If you have an over­ time beef get it in at the right time— don't wait until the last minute. Let's remember that seamen are men —first, last and always. No crewmember should attempt to lord It over his ship­ mates. Union brothers have a joint pur­ pose. Unrated men and newcomers should­ n't be bullied nor scoffed at for their sincere efforts. They have the same rights, and are entitled to the same breaks, bene­ An account of a typical ship's dalegate and the duties he performs will be found on page 7 of this'issue. fits and protection as any other Union member. Presenting A Beet The suggestions outlined below, if fol­ lowed, will very often prevent beefs. At least, they can help keep them at a min­ imum. But supposing you already have a beef. What actual steps should you tak* in handling it? Just to show you how simple the pro­ cedure is, let's take a specific case. One on overtime would be good, since this type of beef occurs fairly often. Suppose a crewmember has been or­ dered to do work that he considers to be outside his routine job and makes out an overtime slip (in triplicate). He puts it in within the alloted time and the de­ partment head disputes it. The man is then to turn his beef over to his depart­ ment delegate who will appro'ach the department head and attempt to settle it. Here a good, resourceful delegate can do a good job not only of settling the beef, but clearing the atmosphere with the de­ partment head so that the same beef doesn't come up again later. A beef that cannot be settled between the department delegate and department head is then turned over to the ship's delegate. It becomes the responsibility of the ship's delegate to square it with the . skipper. But if he is unsuccessful in settling the beef, he then turns it over to the patrol­ man at the port of payoff. (Be sure not to take them to another port where the Union officials are not acquainted with your particular set-up and much time is spent before they can get everything squared away. It's your time and your money—so settle your beefs at the point of production.) The patrolman In turn when he comes aboard will accompany you to the department head to attempt to settle the matter. The delegate's pres­ ence helps in two ways: (1) he gets first­ hand the method the patrolman uses to settle the matter, and, (2) he's on hand to give the full story of what took place. But if these steps are unsuccessful, the beef is then taken ashore by the patrol­ man and the matter is taken up in a meeting with the company. The beef then belongs in the Union hall Instead of the nearest bar. If this procedure is followed with every dispute, the delegate is fully aware of the problems that exist on the ship and can give the patrolman a full and concise report of the exact situation aboard ship when he comes aboard. It saves time if the patrolman doesn't have to get ten different beefs from ten different crewmembers. Besides, by channeling all beefs through the departmental delegate, the (Continued on page 23) � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1961 Description An account of the resource Headlines: MTD’S PLAN WOULD AID SHIPS, JOBS T-H INJUNCTION EXPIRES; ALCOA SIGNS CONRACT SIU SEEKS BACK PAY FOR YARMOUTH MEN YOUR DUTIES AS AN SIU DELEGATE MEET YOUR DELEGATE MEANY CALLS MTD ONLY OFFICIAL BODY MTDOFFERS BROAD PLAN TO REVIVE US SHIPPING, AID JOBS NMY TUG DIVISION ORDERED TO HALT RAID ON SCOW UNION IBU TUG DREDGE UNIONS WIN ‘HISTORIC’ NEW PACT SIU STRONGLY BACKS LAKES SUBSIDY BILL NEW COMPANY IN BID FOR BALT.-EUROPE RUN LAKES RR SEAMEN GET SIU BENEFITS SIU, MTD URGE GOV’T OKAY ON US-FLAG ORE SHIP SUBSIDY BIG ORGANIZING GAINS STRENGTHEN SIU IN MARITIME, LEGISLATIVE FIELDS TIDEWATER TELLS NON-UNION MEN ‘DON’T FRATERNIZE WITH SUP’ ‘RIOT AID’ GIMMICK FAILS; FREE CANADA PICKETS MILITARY APPROVES ’50-50’ ON COAL FOR GERMAN BASES MARINE FIREMEN DISCUSS VITAL CONVENTION ISSUES NEW, HIGHER SIU BENEFITS GO INTO EFFECTS OCTOBER 1 MORE UNIONS TAKE GAINS IN FORM OF VACATIONS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/1961 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXIII, No. 9 1961 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/46c68a295568aaae6d8e3fcce174d689.PDF 5185d0ee1f76400e0311f398d511595e PDF Text Text . ' $800 VACATION ·. ·cREBJTS: BEGIN OCTOBER 1' I....__ v~._~I SEAi'ARBRS LOG - - - - - - - - - - - - : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - S t o r y on Pagel September 1962 .OFflClAL ORBAN 01' THE ·sEAFAR!RS INTIRNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO • Yugq· Vessel Carried Cargo To Cuba - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - : : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - S~ry On Page 3 B'l<lyn COPE Rally An enthusiastic rally of 2,000 Brooklyn trade union members met Sept. 25 at ILA Local 1814 headquarters to launch a Boro-wide COPE drive as part of the national AFL-CIO registration an.d get-out-the-vote campaign. The national director of the Federation's Committee On Political Education, James L. McDevitt, (left, at microphone), addressed the gathering to urge record registration turnout by trade unionists before the October 13 deadline in New York. The Brooklyn Campaign Committee of COPE already has a busy voter enrollment program underway. (Story on Page 3.) ·· -· --·- - -· · - - - ----- __ __ ,. _ - ·-·- -- �. Pase Twe • I $800·Vacation Pay Credit West Coast· . . Drive 1n Ms·rs·Gains ·- Begins Building -up Oct. ·1 Seafarers in all ratings and ·departments . will "heing accumulatQig vacation creClits at the rate of $800 per year on all seatime beginning October 1, 1962, as the seventh increase in SIU Vacation P lan benefits since 1952 goes into effect. At the time benefits begin, ·the annual r ate of p a y m e n t + . . . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - was $140. 1, regardless of the number of vacation pay. Seafarers who have The $800 yearly rate rep· ships or companies involved and cashed In on the old rate will not resents a doubling of the annual payment that has been in effect for the past two years. Payment on the basis of the $800 figure for all hands will be handled in the same manner as v acation Plan benefits have been handled for the past ten years. Due to the timing of the increase, Seafarers in some instances may begin collecting at the rate of $800 before the end of this year. This arises due to the fact that the last quarter of the year covers 92 days through December 31. Vacation benefits are payable . every 90 days, or annually, as a Seafarer chooses, at the rate of $200 for every 90 days of seatime beginning O~tober 1. . All Seafarers can collect beneflts at the $800 rate after October with no r equirement that they must pay off to collect. This way, a Seafarer has at hand a reserve of· ready cash be can colJect whenever he has discharges showin·g 90 days or more of emplo:vment. , The increase in vaCf!_tlon benefits was negotiated in June. Under terms of the 1961 SIU agreement, any Seafarer who has sailed continuously since last October aboard one single ship will be eligible to collect $800 in vacation pay starting next month. This 1961 provision applies only to a year's continous seatime on one vessel since October 1, 1961. It a Seafarer signed on ·later than this date, he must· remain on the ship for one full year to be eligible for the $800 payment. · In all cases, discharges may only be used once for the receipt of AFL-CIO Sanctions Loom For NMU In Robin Case The National Maritime Union has been warned by AFLCIO President George Meany that it faces sanctions under the F-ederation's Internal Disputes Plan for failure to comply with an impartial umpir e's ruling that its attempted raid issues with the Union. on the SIU-contracted Robin In reminding the NMU of the Line violated the AFL-CIO constitution. A ruling by David L. Cole, the impartial ·umpire, last June was affirmed by an AFL-CIO subcommittee last month. In a letter to Joseph Curran, NMU president, the Federation president warned that the union must comply with the ruling of the impartial arbitrator by September 26 or face sanctions specified in the Internal Disputes procedure. He reminded Curran that " ... the subcommittee was aware of the position you took, namely that your organization could not and would not comply with this decision . . ." Last June 22, Cole ruled that the SIU "has an established collective bargaining r elationship" covering unlicensed seamen on the seven Robin Line vessels the NMU attempted to raid. Cole reported further that the NMU violated Section 2 of Article XXI of the AFLCIO constitution when it filed a petition with the NLRB seeking certjfication as r epresentative of the Robin Line crews. The National Labor Relations Board previously dismissed the NMU election petition in its second unsuccessful bid to take over the Robin ships in five years. Robin Line was sold to Moore-McCormack in 1957: The SIU has bad Robin Line under contract since 1941. NMU tried to raid the SIUcontracted Robin vessels while the SIU was negotiatin g for contract renewal with the company this ·p ast summer. At the same time, it was revealed that Mooremac had tried to sell off the ships in secr ecy while r efusing to discuss the .. -! .' f I • , 'p l I; - . '• I I .I: ; ..... "1 .• I t ,1 ( ,J ' September 26 deadline, Meany de-. clared that if the union does not comply by that date, Section 15 of Article XXI of the AFL-CIO constitution will be invoked. This section covers non-compliance sanetions provided for under the Federation's constitution. It speclii~s that the non-complying affilfate · "shall not be entitled to file any complaint or appear in a complainIng capacity In any proceeding under this Article until such noncompliance Is remedied or excused . • ." Sanctions under the Internal Disputes Plan, which was estabIished by the AFL-CIO last January 1, have only been applied in two cases Involving the same un"ion, the only affi11ate out of 131 so affected. be eligible to colJect the additional cash available under the new schedule. The series of increases In annual vacation benefits since 1952 started with the $140 yearly figure, jumped to $176 In 1954, to $244 In 1955 and to $260 in 1956. The vacation rate was boosted to $360 in 1958 and tO $400 in 1960. Prior to the start of the centralized fund into which all SIU operators make vacation contributions, few seamen enjoyed a paid vacation of any kind. SAN FRANCISCO-The .tempo of the SIU Pacific District organizing drive among men working on the ships of the Military .Sea Transportation Service is picking up speed as they continue to request information about affillatlon with the union. · The SIU Pacific District has already been recognized by the commandant ol the MSTS as the "informal" representative of t he men signing Pacific District pledgecards. One ~f the main points that Pacific District representatives have 1tre1sed on their sbJp . visits ls that the civil service seniority that the men have already compiled wlll not be changed by joining the union. Union organizers have made it clear that this seniority· will be Implemented under the union:>' own job security programs. , Another important factor winning support among MSTS seagoing personnel ii that they will not Jose their autonomy by joining the SIU's MSTS Division, but will function under a separate union structure of their own. Organizing of men aboard MSTS ships was made possible by a Presidential executive order giving Government employees the right . to Join unions of their choice. This allows for establishing full rep1·e· sentation rights after a showing of majority suppodt among the workers, --------~-------------------------------- 'Coastal Boxship On Maiden Voyage -) - - East-West Run Underway The intercoastal containership Elizabethport (Sea-Land Service) is completing her maiden voyage in the SIU-contracted ~ompany's attempt to challenge the nation's transcontinental railroads and rejuvenate the depressed East-West trade. (See photo, page 9.) "The 630-foot vessel, a jum- r-.---.----;,:---.-. - . ...- - - - - - - - - - - - - - bozied former Esso T-2 service. A mne-day sailmg sched- verted C-2 freightships in the . abeth ule is expected by the early part of Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico t ank er. Ieft P or t El IZ ' 1963 when three more Sea-Land · NJ ~arly this month inaugurating t . h" j . th i a ~egularly-scheduled intercoastal conD 8 ~?erships om e servth ce.h. . . urmg er conl'ers 1on, e s. 1P - - - - - - - - - - - - - gamed a new 419-foot midsection and two huge gantry cranes able to lift a fully-loaded 35 foot trailertruck body and have it fully secured aboard Jn four minutes. The Elizabeth part can haul 9,500 tons' of general cargo in the sealed vans. She can carty 474 vans, each with The_Marine Engineers Beneficial a 20-ton capacity. Association won a clear victory The vessel 11 samng via the over Local 518 of the Internation- Panama Canal to Long Beach, and .al Brotherhood of Teamsters in an will head for Oakland 14 hours election to determine the repre- later to service the San Franciscosentation of engineers on the Long Seattle area. She will turn around Island Railroad's two harbor tugs after ~n 18-day run, and head back in the New York area. to Elizabethport. '"I n the balloting conducted by Sea-Land now operates six conthe National Mediation Board In Long Island City, on August 9 the MEBA whipped the Teamsters by a vote of 6-2. Upon formal certification of the election results, MEBA District 1 will open contract negotiations with the Long Island. , The Canacll• Seafarer MEBA already represents tua-Page 5 boat engineers on Erle-Lackawanna, Lehigh Valley, New Haven, A&G De.p lea Shipping . Reading and Chesapeake & Ohio railroad. Report -Page 6 ~ MEBA Wins Over Teamos · Lots Of Paper Work INDEX To Departments - P age ' ('.,, ... .. N'Orleans · SIU Plays Host In Labor Affair_ NEW ORLEANS - Louisiana labor leaders gathered for a preLabor Day affair at the SIU 'ban here to hear prominent national and International personalities laud the efforts of organized labor In the US and call for the growth of labor movements in undeveloped countries. Rep. Hale Boggs of Louisiana, principal speaker at ceremonies hosted by the SIU, cited his state's labor leaders for spearheading "progressive programs that have contributed most heavily to the advancement of this community, the state and this nation." . ~ He adaed that the absence of Tiie Facffie CHif S&Gfarer· ·.: Latin and South American labor -Page 7 movements has been the reason The Great Lalcff Seafarer · why many of those .countries have -:Page 8 not developed and grown. Sen. Russell Long of Louisiana, SIU -food, Sh1p Sanitation speaking over a long-distance teleDep't - P age 10 · phone hook-up to t hose gathered in the hall, also addressed the group. the SIU Inland Boatman --:P~ge 10· Otper speakers Included Mayor, .Victor H. Schiro; deLesseps Morldltorlal Cartoon -Page · 11 rison, US ambassador to the Organization of American States; Victor The Fishel'lllCln and Bussie, Louisiana state AFL-CIO president; A. P . Stoddard, New OrCannery Worlcer · -Page .14 : leans Central Labor ~ouncil p~esi­ • dent; and Miss Selina Burch, state _SIU Safety Department director . of the Communications - P age 14 Workers. Lindsey Williams, SIU Gulf area The SIU Industrial Worker ; vice-president and chairman of the -Page 15 ·· New Orleans Central Labor Coun. , cil, presided a.t the gathering. SIU MeCllca 1 Department Just affiliated with the SIUNA, L. P•.Taylor, pres., lnt'l Union of Petroleum Workers hight), vts1ted SIU hall this month with Chester C. Ferguson, sec'y-treas. Tanker Officers Association I left I, to learn a bout SIU procedures. Hq. re cords ~lerk Bill Mitchell explains .files. trade besides the one coastal containership at present and two modified C-4s in the New York, Baltimore and Puetro Rican service. 161... SIU Soclal Seeurity Dep't -P,age 17 Shipboard Ne;Hs -lPages 19, 20, 21, 22 ; �YUGO SHIP T·I ED UP BY GULF MTD HOUSTON-Backing up their protests against the carriage of US Government-sponsored cargoes by ships which have engaged in Communist trade, unions of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades+ Department here have tied tons of flour for the United Arab Republic under the Department of up the Yugoslav freighter Agriculture's surplus commodity MV Drzic. program. The MTD's West Gulf Ports SIU port agent Paul Drozak said B' k.lyn Unions Open COPE Vote Drive California Labor. federation convention In Long Beach, attended by delegation from SIU affiliates, passed strong res~lution opposin9 any entry of foreign ships in domestic trade. Among those pictured are Wilmington SIU port agent George McCartney (extreme left) 1 MOS seo'y-treas. Id Turner (seated 2nd from left J: and SIUNA exeo. vice• pres. Morris Weisberger of SUP (at extreme rlghtJ'- Cou.ncil placed that the MTD unions were con- plckeUines cerned over the movement of US around the Drzic on Wednes- aid cargoes by foreign-flag ships, day, September 26. The lines particularly those which have enwere immediately respected gaged in the Communist trade, by members of the International when US-flag ships and US sea- Longshoremen's Association, who men are idle. refused to load cargo; the SIU's On September 15, Drozak noted, Inland Boatmen's Union, who re- the Yugoslav freighter Jablonika fused to man tugs to move the haa left the Gulf for the UAR with An overflow meeting of 2,000 Brooklyn workers attended Drzic, and the Masters, Mates and a cargo of flour. Previously the Pilots, .who refused to supply a ship had carried Russian cargo to September 26 rally at the headquarters o~ International pilot and prevented the vessel Cuba. · ongshoremen's Association Local 1814 to kick off the borfrom shifting to another po.r t. The West Gulf Ports Council ugh's campaign in behalf of and make sure that the AFL-CIO's The ILA, SIU and MM&P are asked President Kennedy and the he national COPE registra- effort for a big labor vote turnout members of the West Gulf Ports Secretaries of Commerce and Agriculture to halt the loading of the ion a_nd get-out-the-vote in 1962 is a success. McDevitt Councll of the MTD. Drzic rive. The rally stressed the need pointed out that although there Th~ Drzic is only one of a numThe Drzio, which two weeks ago or Brooklyn residents to register were almost 18 million union memcarrled Russian grain to Cuba, ar- . her of foreign-flag vessels which before the October 18 deadline in hers in the US, barely half regrived in Houston to load 18,000 has carried both Communist carorder to be eligible .to vote in the istered to vote. Even fewer voted, ----------~------------------------------------~----------------goes and US Governrrient-financed tlovember elections. he added. Among those represented at the Legislation to establish a procargoes-a playing-both-sides-ofthe-fence activity which has drawn rally were longshoremen, Sea- gram of medical care for the aged the fire of MTD unions for many farers, restaurant workers, bar- and other vital issues wlll be at months. · tenders, civil service employees, stake in the next Congress, McThe employment of vessels carieather goods and no:velty workers, Devitt stated. "The only way to rying US aid cargoes, which have make sure these bills pass next office employees and others. ' been alternating in the carriage of The rally was sponsored by the year is to elect candidates who will hal l here will start goods between Communist nations, ~rooklyn Campaign Committee in go in there and fight for them," NORFOLK-The SHJ:'1 brand-new has been vigorously protested by ~onnectlon with the national he declareq. The meeting was also rising in the next few weeks. the MTD for the past many months tegistration and get-out-the-vote addressed by Bot·oug.h President Bids from contractors who will undertake construction of to the various Government agen~rive now being conducted by the Abe Stark of Brooklyn, who welcies directly involved. To date, ~FL-CIO Committee On Political corned the formation of the Brook- the building were being com-+ Education. The committee had lyn COPE unit as part of the na- pleted late this month. Other structure11 to rise In the ln- these protests have been answered In indecisive terms by the Gov•arlier sent out loudspeaker- tional AFL-OIO drive. The modernlstla structure dustrial pa,rk will conform to ernment agencies, particularly the •quipped cars and trucks announcSIU President Paul Hall and An- is to go up smack in the center of similar standards, accordlna to the Department of Agriculture and the log the after-work meeting. thony Anastasia, Local 1814 busi- a far-reaching Norfolk Housing Norfolk Housing Authority. State Department. The area's emphasis on pleasant The gathering wa~ addressed by neess manager, were among the Authority project to provide inlames L. McDavitt, national COPE borough's labor officials who urged dustrial and commercial facilities surroundings is underlined by the director, who urgecl all present to heayV registration by trade union near the waterfr.ont. It will com- fact that a full-fledged expanse of jontact their famllles and friends members. ·Anthony Scotto, presi- bine modern efficiency witlh grass and trees will adjoin the indent of the Maritime Port Council pleasant surroundings. dustrial park itself. Featured will be recreational The new SIU hall will serve the of Greater New York Harbor and organizational director c>f Local facilities, a snack bar-cafeteria, entire Hampton Roads area, an 1814, is c}1airman of the borough- meeting rooms, offices, record increasingly important source of wide COPE group. rooms-and, of course, an amply- bulk cargoes. The registration campaign now spaced hiring hall. Other Facilities under full swing, includes the disInside and outside, the new hall When completed, the hall will trlbutlon of posters and handbllla will stress modern design for join the recently~opened !HU Inpointing out. the need for reglstra- clean lines and maximum comfort. land Boatmen's hall in St. Louis, tion and votmg. -+ and the Houston SIU hall as the · MEM.PHIS-An Inland waterWASHINGTON - The Governmost recent new facilities for ays operator here I• the latest ment has plans to help tramp opmembership use. . ractitioner of the runaway-flag The new site here. will be much erators trade in their present vesodge. closer to the waterfront than the sels for larger, faster tonnageOwner of a barge line based at present one at Colley Avenue. The but it still has some way to go to reenville, Miss., dapt. Jesse new location is at Woodis Avenue completely satisfy the trampship rent is also own~r and operator owners. and 3rd Street. the new Panamanian-flag A proposal has been made to swap eighter Ruth Ann. 80 fast AP-5 Navy Reserve troov The Ruth Ann haJi already escarriers for the 100 or so smaller, Shipping Rules tablished a record by being the slower Libertys and many T-2s lirst ocean-going vessel to come tramp operators are now using. In This. Issue far up the Mfsefssippi as this The older ships would be turned The centerspread in this issue Iver port, 732 miles from tidein as down payment, with the adof the SEAFARERS LOG carater. ·She flies ·the Panamanian ditional $2 million cost of convertries the full, up-to-date text of lag, and her cargo on her first ing each ship for bulk cargoes to the shiP·Ping rules under the rip out includea chemicals, diesel be paid· off over 10 to 15 years. cont~act between the SIU and ngines, machinery, auto parts, The deadweight of the newet· ships contra.cted operators. The sed clothlng, and even a 40-foot would be increased to 14,200. amended rules reflect all accattle trailer lashed to the deck A number of the tramp operators tions of the Seafarers Appeals because there ·wasn't l'oom enough have reportedly shown interest in Board to date through Sepin the hold. the proposition, which would not tember 1, 1962. Copies of the The vessel's first trip is to be instituted without special leg. actions taken by the SAB Mexico, British .tlonduras and lislation . The necessary bills are which amend the shipping Guatemala. to reach Congress benot expected rules· are also posted and availOn Mr return voyage, the Ruth fore "some time" next year. able in all SIU halls. SeafarAnn was due to bring in a cargo .f.t::: Depu ty Maritime Administrator ers are urged to read the copy of shrimp, lobster, bananas, beef James W. Gulick, who revealed Eb~: . in the center of this LOG to and mahogany. The 600-ton, 179some details of the plan, sAid the Loudspeaker-equipped cars and trucks (above) toured familiarize themselves with all , foot, twin-screw Ruth · Ann is faster ships, which can do .17 knots of the procedures Involved. Brooklyn . waterfront and other areas urging workers to atnamed after Brent's grandnow, would give the tl'amps a crack daughter. tend COPE rally for borough trade unionists. at some premium-rate cargoes too. . 1 t 'Ready Bl.dS Co.ntractors For New NOrf0Ik Ha11 Barge Man Goes To Sea As Runaway ~ l ~ i Tramp Co's May Get Some Help �' i;.~~1 • ~)'\4.!r j Pap FOlll' • ~. ~ _____________________ ..... ~ INFORMA rioN FOR SEAFAIEiS . ...__ US CUSTOMS I ~ "The best i·ule a Seafarer can fol'Io:w regarding .United States Customs regulations is to declare everything purchased or acquired in foreign ports," a Customs official advises. "This way he can't run afoul of the law for aV(>iding the declaratfon of an item on which duty or Internal Revenue tax , is payable." and tobacco, alcohol and $10 worth age. This means by volume, so you It matters ·not wh,ether a of other articles. This last category are allowed ~>nly one quart free Seafar_e r's run is to Calcutta or is a tricky one. · If you come back to the States for a quick trip to Mexico, all with $"15 worth of "extra" foreign Customs is concerned with is your items you pay the full duty and/ or return to the States. Then specific tax on all of lt. However, if Cusreguiations <:overing seamen apply toins evaluates what you declared ~%'1.miiffi':i'@~1t"i~l&'.«mi'W<!i~.fi&@~W.Miw.%~~~~~r~~ Some Basic Rules To Rememb.e r Customs officials generally advise Seafarers to do the following in order to simplify the enforcement of Customs regulations and for their own protection on returning from foreig'! voyages: · • Keep a list of items pure.based or acquired in foreign ports. Note the price of each item and obtain a receipt if possible. • Make sure every item purchased is listed on the crew's manifest and also on your individual declaration form. This form will be your recepit for duty paid when validated by US Customs. • Let Customs determine whether a foreign purchase Is duty-free, prohibited or otherwise covered by regulations. You can't be held responsible if you declare an item but, if you're caught with it undeclared, difficulties result. • Remember that for each return from a foreign run, a Seafarer is allowed, duty-free, 300 cigarettes or their equivalent In tobacco products; one quart of alcoholic beverage, and $10 wortJt of articles. lci~:@t~t'.f."W§ff~i?illii;w.lWi!WW:t.l~l~*~W.''*~t~.~~m:~.1.mf!l~i!M&JW.~~ for every return to the us from . worth $15 as $8.50, it all comes in free. a foreign port. After a foreign run, a Seafarer The key here is "on which duty is entitled to bflng in the folor Jnternal Revenue tax is pay- lowing quantities dpty-free: able'' because, for every foreign l-300 cigarette!, or 50 cigars, run made, a Seafarer is allowed a or three pounds of ·tobacco, or any certain amount of free items for combination of these quantities. 2-0ne quart of alcohol· bev:erhis personal use-cigarettes, cigars Seafarers .Do OK On .Crystal Ball How do Seafarers stack up as baseball prophets? Pretty good, it seems. Last April, the LOG asked seven Seafarers h~w they thought the major league• teams would perform in 1962. Three SIU men, Ray Bunce, Simonelli and Reginald · SirTheir responses were pub~ John ois, all In the deck department, whether it's beer 01-._ a 150-proof import. · 3-Tbe $10 worth of . "extra" articles. Failure to disclose additional purchases and items of Customs value can get you and the skipper in hot water. ll Customs' investigation discloses that an undeclared item has a US market value of $100, for example, you face the possibility of paying the duty on itS fuU value PLUS a 100 percent penalty on the US market price. '.'That's just why we urge seamen to declare every item purchased or acquired in a foreign port," a Customs official-explained. A good way to avoid difficulty is to keep a list of the purchase price and to obtain receipts. If articles are acquired other ~han by purchase, estimate value. Then make "sure all items are marked on · the ship's manifest and are listed as well on the individual declaration sheet which contains the receipt you get after paying du~y and tax. The thousands of items covered by Customs regulations-either regarding dutiable · goods or those allowed in free-are conta'ined in volumes of pages. · But when the Customs inspector boards a ship, he brings with him years of experience in determining the value of these purchases and in dealing with human personalities. If a Seafarer ls signing off a ship, the Customs inspectors will have his declaration of items purchased to check oft against the manifest. He'll be issued a receipt ·for duty and taxes paid and will be allowed to take those items listed ashore. Sometimes, when a crewmember has bought something in a foreign port that is of substantial valuesay a radio or camera-and wants to take it ashore while on a coastal run before heading out again, Customs officials will allow this in without payment if they can be assured that the goods will be brought back to the ship. At the sam~ time, if "it seems that the intention is to keep these items ashore Jn the US, any applicable duty or tax will have to be paid. Customs rules allow a Seafarer who is returning to the beach for retirement to take In $100 worth of goods free of duty, including one gallon of alcoholic beverage and 100 cigars or their equivalent. In this case, Customs considers the Seafarer a returning resident. IJshed as the "Inquiring Seafarer" that month, when the '62 season picked the Dodgers to win. Geronimo Morales of the blackgang first began. and Angel Rojas, . Six played it safe (or smart), and steward, picked picked the Yankees to win in the the Giants. Th9 American League. It turns out issue was still up that they're right again, in the air at ·' As for the National League, press t i m e bethere was a little disagreement. tween both teams. Just to prove no one is infallible, J oe cook, B r o w n, Bunce went way out on SIU membership meetings a limb. He picked the Mets to are held regularly once a month win, although he admitted it was a on days indicated by the SIU long chance. Sirois, in turn, figConstitution, D~ 2:3!) PM in the ured the Mets for fom' th place. Usted SIU ports below. AU Sea· The closest guess on the ill-fated farers are expected to attend. Mets was by Ray Bunce, who pre- SEAPARERS LOG Those who wish to be excused dicted that they would be occupyshould request permission by ing ninth place by season's end. Sept., 1962 Vol. XXIV, No. 9 telegram (be sure to Include He was close, but it seems he forregistration number). The next got that the Nationals have a tenSIU meetinl?S will be: team league this year. PAUL HALL, PTesfdem And for the World Series, let's Oct. 8 go back to Bunce again, who came HEllBERT BRAND, EdftOf'; lllWIN SPIVACK, New York than anyone else last April Managing EditoT; BERNARD SEAMAN, Art Oct. 9 closer Philadelphia MIKE POLLACK, JOHN WEITZEL, in predictjng the season's finish. Editor; NATHAN SKYER, .ALExANDU LESLJI!, VAL RICll, Stall Wryten. Oct. 10 In his own words, "I think 1962 Baltimore will see the Yankees and the Published "'onthiy at th• headquarters Oct; 12 Dodgers playing in the Series, of Detroit the SHf1rers lnternatlon11 Union, At• Gulf, LakH and Inland Waters with .the Dodgers winning after lantlc, District, 675 Fourth Avenue. Oct. 15 the Series runs the limit." This Brooklyn AFL·CIO, Houston 32, NY. Tel. HYaclnth" 9-6600. class postage paid at the Post forecast is still up for grabs ~econd Office In Brooklyn, NY, under the Act Oct. 17 last New Orleans right_.now, with the Series wind-up Of Aug. 24, 19'12. HI . Oct.- 19 still a long way off into next Mobile monih. SIU MEETINGS ·~ . Sparkling family grou.p that dropped in at SIU headquarte;s is family of Seafarer George Cond~ bosun, now on the Frances (Bull) sailing to Iran. Mrs. Condos ts pictured with · son John, 13, and daughter May, 3. They're hoping dad gets this issue of the LOG when he hits port. · SIU Ships Come To·Aid Of Refugees From·Cuba MIAMI-The waters around Cuba seem to be as crowded · with. refugees as New York's Times Squai::e is with tol.U'ists. ,-Since the escape route cuts right acro.ss busy shipping waters, SIU ships have landed a fair share of the Cubans .abandoning tfie· Cast~o regime. The Seafarei:-manned New Yorker <South Atlantic & Caribbean Line) was the latest to perform this humanitarian service ,. when it rescued three more Cubans last month; · . Mea~while, the US Navy Oceanographic Office (formerly the'--Hydrographic Office), has warned that charts. for Cuban waters are no longer dependable because they cannot be kept up to date 'd ue to political · conditions in Cuba. Xhe three men picked up from a small motor boat by the New Yorker were Rene Perez Garcia, 42 years old .an~ a sergeant in 'the Cuban navy; Ramon Torres, civilian, and Tomas Casada Infante, a Cuban businessman. They all come from Nuevltas, Cuba. They hope to live in the United States until Communism is finished in Cuba, according to reports from the ship. · The escapees expressed warm thanks to the crew of the New Yorker for the food, attention and help , given them. In June, the Del Norte <Mississippi) picked up a man and his wife from a small boat about 40 miles oft the coast, and, before that, in May, the Seatrain Texas <Seatrain), rescued nine Cuban refugees. Two of them were children and all had been adrift for two days between Key West and this port. Philippine Sea U·nion Leader Visits· SIU On Study Tour Pablo Viilaflores, executive secretary of the Philippine Federation of Free Workers, paid a visit to the New York · SIU hall last month and disclosed that trade union, leaders in the Philippfoes' ·have pretty+ much the same problems as are protected against any company their American counterparts. repl'isals b~ the .industrial Peace Villaflores has come to the Stafes to study the American trade union movement and, ·in particular, the operations of maritime and other transportation unions. The Federation of Free Workers, founded in 1950, is one of four unions in the Philippines and represents 20 companies employing some 50,000 workers. About 2,000 belong to the federation's maritime division. The 33-year-old labor leader also visited Washington to observe the operations of several unions located there. and also met with the former US Secretary of Labor Arthur J. Goldberg. Villaflores estimated that about a million and a half workers, .or 40 percent of the labor force, belong to unions in the islands. The most employer resistance, he indicated, comes from the construction, hotel and re staurant trades. "It's not that these workers do not want to join a union," Villaflores explained. "They are afraid that they'll ·be f.ired if they do. try to explain -to them that they We Act, which 1s similar to your Jaws here, but they still will not support. an all-out organization drive." V1llaflores plans to stay in the US for,...about 1_20 days and wlll depart for his native Manila on November 3. �'.l':a_• cANAnxAM . ~:BA11'AR21:Rfi _a..,... ,.JI - ~· tii~~~-.- SIU Taxilllen Win 54-2 I .y· t. H p t n eams er . ome or I Caila·d a SIU Wins ferry Pact Rights MONTREA~IU of Canada was recently certified by the Quebec Labour Relations Board to act as bargaining agent crewmembers aboard vessels belonging to La Compagnie de la Traverse du St-Laurent. . This .is one of two Quebec ferry firms with which SIUNA's Canadian affiliate has been negotiating. The other Is North-South Navigation, operator of one boat, .the Pere Nouval. Now represented by SIU of Canada are all employees, including mates, .engineers and unlicensed personnel, aboard the Compagnie de la Traverse du St-Laurent's two ferries, Pierre de Saurel and the Arthur Cardin. The only employees not covered · in the bargaining certification are captains and chief engineers. The Quebec company operates its two ferries between Sorel and St. Ignace de Loyola on the St. Lawrence River. Negotiations are continuing between the SIU of Canada and North8outh, whose Pere Nouval had been utilized as an automobile ferry before construction of the Mackinac Island Bridge. tor- .--------------------------.+~~~~~~~~~~~~~~· Crews Busy McAllister WinOn Rescues· Men New Pact 'f CLARKSON, Ont.-An alert SIU Canada crew, a resourceful lady bilor and a strong flashlight battery were responsible recently· for ,aving· Mrs. Ida Semchison-the lady sailor-her neighbor and her 4}og from possible death in Lake Ontario's chilly waters. The crew aboard the SIU-contracted vessel Stonefax noticed the ftashing of Mrs. Semchlson's flashiight against a mirror, which she '1ad hoped would attract attention to her 16-foot boat. The craft had crippled motor and had been drifting for about 18 hours. As a result, all persons aboard Ute craft were suffering from exposure and required medical treattnent when they were finally picked-.up. The lady sailor, whose ftashllght was still going strong after ber long ordeal, was landed here lrlth her' neighbor and dog. She ex1\ressed warm thanks to the Stone~ax's officers and crew, who had •verted what might have been a ~agic accident. + MONTREAL - Agreement has been reached here between the McAllister Towing Company and SIU of Canada boatmen on a new two-year contract. The pact calls for a reduced workweek, improved time-off provisions and an increase in contributions by the company to the welfare plan. · The contract calls for a reduction in hours from 44 to 40 hours a week with no reduction in pay, plus a 75 percent increase in welfare contributions. Overtime and union hiripg hall provisions are guaranteed by the contract. · One of the main issues that was under dispute was improved timeoff provisions for crewmembers, who complained that they were being kept aboard the boats for an unreasona·b le length of time. Following prolonged negotiations with the company, a suitable formula was arrived at which guarantees McAllister crewmembers a reasonable time-off period while according full recognition to company operational needs. <ft:,. Detroit Checker cab garage workers show smiles of victory after whipping the Teamsters in NLRB election. With the group here are SIU rep. Pete Drewes {at left) 1 and Frank Kurty 1 president of Local 10 of the SIU Transportation Services & Allied Workers (right). The next election coming up will be among 1,600 Checker drivers in Detroit. DETROIT-Jimmy Hoffa's Teamsters Union was handed a stunning defeat here on August 31 as Checker Cab garage workers voted 54-2 for the SIUNA Transportation Serv· ice & Allied Workers in a National Labor Relations Board representation election. The Checker garage is only+ two blocks from Teamster ners and drinks. Rumors were also credit unions in history for Chlcirculated that the garage might cago cab workers are in operation headquarters in Detroit and be closed if the SIU affiliate won. for Yellow and Checker men and Hoffa's home local. During the hearings before the The vote defeating the Team- NLRB, the SIU maintained that their families. Launched last sters came on the same day the the. Checker Cab. operation in De- month, they allow for members tro1t was one umt for the purpose of the TSA W to deposit savings NLRB finished hearings on the of an election and contract because and secure loans. TSAW petition for an election of its policy of hiring through one The credit unions have estab• among the 1,600 Checker Cab central office, firing only by one . lished a loan rate of one percent drivers here, which will now go to cen t ra1 t r i a1 board an d carrying n its operat1'ons as a s1'ngle body per month of the outstanding balO the NLRB in Washington for a de· Checker contended that It was ance of the loan, a lower rate than termination. The garage workers not one "employer" but really 281 available from most other lendinir union is the new Local 10 of the separate and individual owners institutions. By taking the Chicag<> bound by a loose association which cab workers out of the hands of TSAW. could not speak for the various the "six for five" guys, the credit Asked Quick Vote owners. unions are expected to save memIn the course of the election and Meanwhile, in Chicago, the first bers thousands of dollars yearly. Teamster defeat: which came just one month after the TSAW petition was filed, the company had been confident it could keep its workers non-union, and had asked the NLRB to hold the election as soon as possible. During the days before the election, the garage workers were treated to free dinNEW YORK-Bottled up by the demands of stevedores t<> trim gang sizes by a flat 20 percent, negotiations by the In- Longshore Tie-Up Looms In Atlantic, Gulf Ports •m Norr1·s' Ta-t1• ""S 1·n Canada· J' ., R M. , n . p ,, presstime, ff I _. ,v • Irr 0 r s _,,, an - a r...er I ~~~ i~~~te~o:ystco~t~~~ ;~ep~~f• ternational Longshoremen's Assodation and the companies had reached a standstill a t + - - - - - - - - - - - and an Atlantic Fifteen weeks ol negotiation1 • ____._._._._._._._._._._._. NEW YORK-The SIU's current struggle against the union-busting tactics of the UpL a k .es Shippi ng C ompany o f C ana d a, an d t h e c h aracter o f t h e company's owners, was ihe subJect recently of a column by Dan Parker, the noted sports editor of the New York • , Mirror. .. • attempt to • :upper Lake.., Carbo s stooges infi 1trated and on to quote from the August issue bnpose company-controlled softened up for Jim, is now firing of the SEAFARERS LOG as folunions in Canada through a pup- damaging broadsides at Norris lows: et 1 bor g · ti ll d th using fight racket terminology and "Thus far the Norris coma_ or amza .?~ ca e e anadiau Maritime union is now accusing him of using the same bine has distinguished itself by the subject of hearings in Canada. 'boring from within' tactics- in a two characteristics-its accuSIU representatives will present drive to replace the seamen's esmutation of untold hundreds the union's position within an- tablished labor organization with of millions of dollars and its other week or so. 'company unions' ·on the style of unparelleled greed for more Devoting his entire column of the Carbo-Daly International Boxwealth no matter who is hurt September 9 to the subject, Pai·- ing Guild," Parker wrote. in the process." ker noted that Jim Norris, head Parker further noted that Upper "I didn't write this paragraph," ~f the Norris family which con- Lakes, 'a fter ten years of unbroken Parker observed, "but it sums up ¥ols Upper Lakes, ts now using contract relations with the SIU a hundred such observations made ~e same tactics to try to destroy of Canada, signed a back-door herein about Jim Norri~ while he the standards arid security of agreement w_ith the CMU and then was using those octupus arms to Canadian workers that he used to locked out some 300 men and squeeze the last nickel out of the etrangle the boxing industry and women employed on its ships for boxing racket ... " deprive professional fighters of the periods 9f up to 15 years, simply In his column of September 23, right to m~ke a fair living. because they refused to give up Parker again commented on the "The powerful Seafarers Inter- their SIU membership. Upper Lakes conspiracy and noted national Union, whicfl packs a far Recalling that sportswriters that "Jim's <Norris), gangster-dom~~re lethal wallop than the Fight called the Norris combine in box- inated company union started boxManagers Gu.lid which Frankie ing "Octopus Inc.," Parker went ing on the road to ruin." ~er ~ have already gone by between representatives of some 60 ,000 longtion time at midnight, September shoremen and 145 stevedoring con30 cerns and shipping firms. Long· All dry cargo operations from shoremen now earn a base wag"' ... Maine to Texas face a shutdown. of $3.02 per hour under the th1·eeThe ILA has said it expects what year pact that is running out on will amount to a lockout, based on September 30 . a "no contract, no work" policy. Busy activity was reported in The longshoremen's union has put most Atlantic and Gulf ports durthe blame for a possible tie-up ing the closing days of the month snuarel" u- 11 the ~ tevedores them- as ships at sea scurried back tn -.. J ~ .,, selves. port to unload inbound cargoes ILA negotiators say the dock and vessels heading out . tried to manning issue can't be handled as get cargoes aboard before the simply as the employers contend, deadline. since . the union can't just "nego- - - - - - - - - - - - - - tiate away" hundreds of· jobs. The employers are demanding a cut in the standard longshore work crew, now 20, to 16 men. Their money offer is also far short of ILA proposals. The possibility for a Taft-Hartley injunction is strongly hinted if a dock tie-up does occur. Th is would require the longshoremen to return to work for 80 days while attempts are made to resolve differences across the bargaining table. �...... :SIAP·AllEIS. ............._,- . ~: . : ROTARY -.SHIPPING· BO!BI (Fifu.m Of\ TMI hoe Co~ Deep .S~ S~ Oltlf "-tile SW Augvat 1 Through Augmt 31, 1962 the number of 1nen regis~ m all ports wu about the SQme as in July, i~istration also w'8 slower ~gisttation w~s ~,8'8, and ~ttually showed·.a and group 3 registrali~ among class A and among group 2 mM with class .B seniority. The number of men on the ~th -t the ood of the month generally· inc~a~ across th~ OO&rd. New Yor~ Philttdelphi~, Baltimore, Norfolk, San Fr~nd~ tlnd ~ttle all listed coun~ b cl:i~ C higher shipping than in the previous month. &st<)n and Houston took a. nosedive in the shipping figures, Houston l UROlJP- ,_ - .. I I i ALL -21 B'Oston 2 ·i-19 New York ..... .. ... . , 66 120 .Jl 2l'i Philadelphia ... .•.••• . 13 33 30 40 Baltilnfi~ 24 ' 52 11 81' Norfolk 18 9 :i ti Jacnonville ..••••.•• , 1 23 11 11 Tan1pa . ...•.•.••••• 1 7 1 9 Mobile .. . . . .•••••••. 1'4 22 7 I 41 New Orleans . ...•.••••. 72 65 128 I 1..s Houston 39 78 21 ID Wilmington . ... .••••• . t 14 5 8 San rran~isto .. .•..•. 54 17 28 9 Seattle 10 1?5 ~ ~ Port ... ....... 6 ~ 0 5 10 .......... ............. ......... H! 7 · 50 2 7 0 11 1 l {! 25 16 73 19 89 '4 6 11 20 5 ......... . .. ... ....... S~ttlt - fbTALS ....... - t> () '4 Regtsf&red ClA$S A Jori Bos .. .... .... Phil ..••• NY B~l ..•••• Nor .•••• -. Jae, . . . ... Tana •••• Mob . ••• • ...... GROUP I 2 28 2 6 2 13 8 19 6 U) 4''9 3 9 20 {4 3 -o--c 3 ~I 0 0 ... D 2 ~ a ~2 54 3 l~ 2 1'2 ~ ti ii ! • . ~8 •' 1 H lS 6 4 CLASS 8 l l 1 3 1 ~ 61 {) H ~I l ! ALL 4- - t 7 3b 4 ~ l 14 2 ~ 0 8 0 l 0 7 1 34 29 8 31 H 1 ; 1 Hl J st 'S3 136 '24 6 !S 12'7 11 "41 39 4 9 . SMooed aASS A GtlOUP l '2 l _o_ o_ 1 0 3 0 0 2-1 4 fl {i 4 () 0 DECK ' ENGINE STEW ARD ---"'-GRAND TOTALS ~1 101 ~19 601 2 -3 ALL 458 160 ~ 1n 409 73 I 583 72 224 I ·5 lo 939 457 Jl9971 ~ q ll ", "' 'O 6 y --" 4 10 -... 2 lOlMS ••• 11' 10 25 ----. 47 s ' 13 . 3 14 6 '1 0 3 0 <5 • 3 7 29 '3 i 1'5 HI 4 1.7 8 IS 8 3 I 11 80 U.Oj H5 ~ 0 ~ u ·1 11 NI (} fifii\Jp 1 Cl.A !ALL ABC~ 2 o · o o n s 2 4 t 0 l 34 4 1 o o 6 t• 1 1 t 2 I ~ t 47 131S8 n 34 4 13 9 N 6U I H 1 I 1 31 10 6 ! ' «> 7 ,' v • ' • ti 0 38 o 14 8 1 0 ?i 0 0 0 ~ 3 ~ 0 0 11136 ' ·127 0 11 ~ 1 0 l l 38 34 4 13 q 0 , 40 - 17 t) 0 9 ~..8 1 6 ~ 0 ~ ., --. ta IH Z3 1 . 19 <41 - " 12 1 ~ , 51 ! UI ! . 6~ ~ t) ~ t> 25 0 1 11 8 1 '1 1 9 4 s 1 0 8 0 3 25 !) (l ' 29 1 2 ~ 4 n i ~ 204 25 U2 1 ' ~~ 56 M n GROUP I I 4 &t.L 13 13--V U 100 UM 1"7 ~ ~' 8 '4S 71 ~ 8 l l6 s 9 l t 11 1 11 - ••• · ns .... •' H 2 1 8 l :lit 0 2'3 ?I 'J ·~ ••12P81 ll'L t ~l 19 ll j 18 11) , ' GKOllP l tt 104 98 1~ U · 13 GO 19 ~ Ml 113 9 lA 47 - · .a ALL G H .flfl ~ .,,It O - i - lG----ii ts 9 UP -2 24 1118 IS I t • 21 ~ 5 -0 .3() () fl B 3 l ~ l _, 0 t) ~ 3 a 1 a . u ' , ' J • ~! J, :ea 4 ~~ -31 8 l 1 .st I s 3'2 .2 18 U1 ,Jlt99 . 1'6 l:St . tl ff 10 9 1 w 11 M itti f} 14 () '88 103 9 32 19 18 '1l 39 2t' 1 5 ~ .2 5 . 0 2 7 7 ' 26 i b ~ 5 H 6 " 13 4 0 I 0 1 0 ·1 ' 1> l l I 8 ., 2 0 'J (I 1 3 0 {) •,. 51 23 1,8 ~ ., 10 1 '7 1> J'.t 51 ~j 1, 4()- 1 • 7 ' 8 ;29 I ~ Vl 1'~ I tt 11" 39 5 14 4 .H I 1Z '51 0 ~~ l.S ' l -Of _o _ol ' '3 ALL 1 0 1 rn 58 101 '2 4 5 1 0 i '3 9 rn i' 15 'O 5 s ' s 6 rn lt us 1'4.J 66 8 31 () 2 'i 3 2~ 58 .235 I '~3 39 i!S ~lppell8 UASS GROUP I -2 o~o " 9 StlfJ>ped 3 ALL 27 8. . ciiOlJ'.P 36 , ~ 1 1 0 1 () 0 3 0 2 l!'; 18 1 5 J 6 1 o i 0 2 ... 0 l'l 1 '7 -f8 .J ~ 31 I 37 t b 2 8 0 8 () 0 c a.ASS 111 1 l~ 0 I 430 , '1 -17 169 ,.! 193 I 1 0 32 1 ~ ~ o0 l 8 0 . _, l (I () 0 0 (l II 0 0 6 0 0 ~ 2 8 '9 18 • () ~7 I~ lt ·t; ' s l2 ' !i • 3D 'O lS 0 8 8 6 36 I 5 -. .UJ HU3 I i.2 1 0 :z u ~ CLASS l l 33101 -3 I ' o a 0 TOTAL lHl'NO l ' Al.L A i v '41 38 12 8 18 M ·at 183 2 '! H t .rns 0 CALL: '() I :l6 I 211 8 47 -1..2 l~ 4· 1 , l~ ~ 1· M IJJ 8 • • aa rn l ~ 'O 0 CLASS A t' 0 8 ••'8 l 0 8 14 1'01AI. SHIPJtD a ALL 0 13 ' 2 ?§ ~ 4 UI :l 0 0 0 l 2 0 I • 34 ~ s>t1pped tLASS A GROUP ALL l '2 3 ALL 1 3o'?t '21s 34-0~fot> T 664 I -368 71 3'70 57 ~ 498 I 204 137 3fl 235 i ..,. I 879 423 2ft 401 J1592 , Registered st.ipped ClASS 9 tt'ASS I - GROUP l '2 ! 10 123- 11>5 J4 192 142 16 ·~ 14,I '11 360 448 G I 1s u1; 70 . n 0 w " rl 918"2 • 'Sil 98.,4iff QA.$5 C l ~ l '.2S 66 83 4 .17 14 Aipped CLASS 8 GROUP 1 0 0 GROUP 1-s le9l1tered On The •adt CLASS A Cl.ASS a ft>TA& StflPP!O 39 d. ;j Reoltlered . Ct.ASS A On Tlte leaclt ttASS B Gii@UP . mto\7P HI I .3A .( I ;t&LL 2 - S--5 ~ 4 7 19 - 0 - 0 -7 11 33 . 170 .ao 80 ~1 86 •11 ~ 'V ~l 11 '9 I ~'J !j l'() ~ · ~ -n {) ~ 10 , 1J ~ 1'5 ~ l~ 2't M 'fl It ll I 4 'e 9 · 1t l ~ 10 l? 4 a I l 5 3 !() $ 0 9 t :2 I e ~ '6 11 M 0 ·1 0 ii al a .21 98 U6 3 71 .114 .UI n' 37 l~ 6 ~ t 3:7 8' (I 41 I 118 t.3 fr , 0 ~ e 11 >\ ass ZS '2 0 Cl 13 II 51 0 8 1 53 8 1·2 10 23 ~ 1~ I ~ t> 3l ~ 11 - •4 IS . n ~ H I 7-0'7 J.89 .u1 ~1 a-a• a .st3 u .zi: • ,1 sii 'C 11 ; r: ':. n e a a " '° ' l t• ' •t GKO - sMp,ntd a.ASS C GROO l ALL. 1 . t is oo ·un 1 ~85 ~~ ·~·If_ 15 1'4-f 133 I ' .u 45 'l l!l 169 ·1 1$3 '.I 6 1 ·2 '31 Ml &li I .o, .1• " • "• la I SUMMARY 1 .. " .." IO .q It ....... ' ~ti\7ely, ~~ining ~ll ~~nt. Sf>ippedC G.ASS 0 2 l ALL - l 1 Shipped CLASS A 2 3fl 45 141 R.egisteted CLASS A GROUP ' 1S •••• 21% t>f the jobs filled, STEWARD DEPARTMENT 18 41 () 0 • JI 40 I H ENGINE OEPARTMEHT ., l' ' GROUP 't ' l5 22 9 .21 ~1115~_'.!~~t...L.6!.f 8 l't 41 'ti l 8 73 l 5'3 34 192 l 42 ) !l814 Reglsle•ed '1 19 2l • tv " 14, () 9 3 ALL 3-4 .ft 1 1 ()0 a ! 1 0 6 1 1 "I st 61 ·.-1 51 lt 13 1 Ul2 rn .r~ 6 OJ It ~ 9 1 40 3 2 0 1 ~ 1> ~ 2 11 5 ·24 0 NO 10 39 13 '80 1'4-2 3 Hou ..••• 2 35 9 is I 65 4 wil .•••• 3 2 3 1 13 1 5 (! SF ..... 1 4 19 I 34) {) Sea . . .... 2 8 2 8 I 20 '2 ·or.tU ti 15' 12 .f-~4 I su HI .... ~ 8 tJ fJ g 158 31 l HI 3'7 {j ' ALL 23 85 1- 4- 3- 8 . ·- 0ti n Q,3 ilO 25 1 tO 8 !• ~ 1 19 2! ' 42 4 1 10 0 6 3 1 4 . 0 6 () 0 0 0 l'1 7 0 19 'I 79 14 43 26 10 11 11 tl H9 ;l ! l1 GROUP I s• 7 ' ~J• I 11 19 2? :z8 ~9 ~ 28 2 409 101 '7 a 9-1 fi 00 18 lO 3-0 15 3 0 '7 • I CL_ASS 8 5 1n 3 3 t) GROUP 1 % 3 ALL __ l_l_ f2 4 7 ~3 83 15 l 121 Hoston .... .. .... New York . . .••••••••• Phit:ad~lphia ..•.•••••. B'altimore Norfolk Jacksonville ..•••••••. Tampa Mobile . . '• New Orleans .... •••••. Ho us too Wilmington . . .•••••••. S~n Francisco . .• ••••. ....,GROUP 128 13 l8 2 5 '() llegistef-ecl CLASS A Port ~% 4lnd men h:lntUed the Sia.,._ C1'tSS 8 CLASS A At.L' ~-6 ... 1 4 899 19 1.i3 165 458 1.,.., j : ~l TOtAlS 3- 2 .. ........... as .,.... .R egi1,.,ftd CLAS$ 8 0- .......... ........... •a '1 4 DECK DEPARTMENT .GROUP I I l rn ...11ac1...... ... t ............. . 1• Wfl111111..S.. ... Mtllco •• l ~ Analysis of the shipping l?Y seniority group shows that u th~ n.umber of jobs dispatched reU) class A and class B men took 8 la~ p ortion of the total. They •C- dedin~, legitt..ed CLASS A JI ....... •• ri~ in group l ~nit')rity men, ..,' ... fMM.foiAI: .... •. ... . a 0 ... y...... u n 'lb shtp attlvl.ty figuns for all ports (see right) were «Retally uncha~ lllso, although seven of th~m (Bos- "-fo.. ' , mn, .Philad~h1a& Jacbon'1ille, Tampa, Houston, Wil" a m~n, ~ttle) ~l'lM fewer ships in pnrt than in . . ... . -. 3 July. nus appate.tly h lt>ed depre.§ the deep-sea job ·~- • activity. . .... o ........ , month. Despite the job .., ... •• .... ...... .............. '' ..• ,......... ' ' ,...,. . Ship Aclivil, way ott .lb pa~ of the past few month& Jack&'Ollv,ille,. Tampa, N w Ori . ns and Wilmington «ecounted for the t of th decline. Mobile held lb own in the Gulf. ; wh~re The rotal Ltdtea llftd lw&and Watera DistrittJ ~11 Shipping in SIU ports f@ll off i~ usfilll pace lHt month. declining m()Stly ifi the d~k ·~llld engine departm n13 ~a t'otal of 2,538 men shipp@d, En-ept fur the deck gana, t.~t ~Gulf, lOfAt SHIP.nf> h91s't8Rd 0 _ Cl.ASS A - i The '8eac1t Cl.ASS ~ -.GaGVJ' · 61«MJP 1 Ci: ALL J 2 ~ A.l..t.1 4 .3 ALL 33T1'6 ~ ".2o5 QO I 959 38tl 090 i~i ,1 1• 16 1:50 ~3 1 ''' 18 ~ "2 498 ~ 82 'I '811~.1 162 UV Ill ~ " ' .25 ~u II •• " ' . , .,.._!.~ '8_4 'I 7~7 '35 l~l ~~- ~ •ti n :27 I ~1i tlll I M.l 5!m 'M 1~53'8 M !Ml Ml ~., 58 lt&.4 '7M 1111111 CLASS '3 ALL A B .an .no �. ' P8&• Senn Strikers. Urae Don't Buy Mobil Gas Homeless Philippine Crew Hosted By Pacific SIU SAN iRANCISCO-De&pit~ tlw fa.ot that M Philippme .-men from th• freight• Dooa Autore have hffn lald up without pay since July a&.. and are orewmembers aboard a thtp that nobody lmowa who•-------------owns, they still managed to became knowp. tbe three Pacific ,njoy S&me relaxatt()n ar- District untona worked out a plan. nnaed by the SIU Paclfte Dtttrlct. to give .tb.-. 50-m~ crew a chanae The Dona Aurora, a Phtupplne-.. or pace. Under their aeonsorship, fllli ship, haa been lald U'1 due tQ. bus.es wer~ Qhartfll'9d to take the the fact that, no ·one, ·1nolud1ng tbt who.le &ro~ to the Marine cc:-oks thlllppine government, seems to & Stewards training an<l reerea- . know who owns the nssel. So all , tion c:entQl\ at ntt~b.Y :tanta Rou, trewm1Unbera. from the Oaptaln. . for a day ot 1wimmlng. good c:bow do.wn, have cun~d thelD!e!v~8 ~nd iene!al recreation. 'l'h4t Sallots Saa haneiaco until the 1Datte1:· Unlon and the M.u tne Fir&m8J1 cleared U»all teamed up wlttt the MC&S Qil Qnee the problem of tb• Aurora the venture. F '.th& da~·a out.i.oi waa a w4lcome breall i'1 a. &ltut.tion tbat, flods. t.ht Phlll\lpina 1umu aw-.v from home (Qr six montu-and wQttt . Qt a.U-hro.k!t. A.ft.~~ the d.!¥'! fa11. tivf tle. tb•y, UPNl.Std tbankl to th• 1l.Dlon1 for th& o.o urtetl' and oonalde.ratiQn u:W&re QV:V DENVER - The OH, Ctlemical and Atomic Wo.rkers International Union. affiliated with the AFLClO Maritime Trades Department, has called o.n all trade uniQnists tC> s.upport lts dlspute against the Mobil Oil Com{l,any by not buying ttie struck comllany's gas and oil products . Workers. at a number o.f Mobil installations are cu!'fently on stl'ike in the face -0i the company's demand that management he allowed tQ toy at wi.ll with established union contract rights, seniorUy, grievance and arbitration proc~dure!i and jqb placements. The union has struck Mobil refineries at Trenton, Mich.; East Chicago, Ind.; East St. Louis-, Ill., and Casper, Wyo.. as w~ll as marketing operations in Detroit and St. LQuls, According to thQ OCAW, the whole dispute can be summe.d up by the stateme,nt of one management negotiator that "we are gc;dn1 to move mon around just as we s.ee fit and YQU can bargain for them (only) on rates of pay." ~rate.ful te..nde.d. to tham. Their lllln\tdla,te. · pi:Qble~ of ha.vtna a. s.hip without a ".Qom-i" remalna un.1tolved d9@lte ctf'(Qttll to trao. the v'uel'a actual , Qw.nershlp. Distri~t Parific SUP 8/6 to 9/. PORT Mt'QW Sh.i pping MC&.S 8/1 to 8/31 ll/10 to 9/6 TOTAL San Fran.clsoo • . 6'1 18'1 818 1,158 Seattle ...... •.• '1 • 8' 105 fortl•nd ..•• •t. 98 87 69 244 WUmington ...•• 861 (no hall> uu 4711 New York .....• 79 42 47 1Q8 New Otte.ans ' a'l 8 Q 'fl '°' 41> "14 1Q8 198 (no ham Ula TOTAL .... ,1,313 5'11 . BOllOlwu ..•••.• San Pedro •••• q tnohaUt •No rnport avau,iwe New Coast Apostleship Opens 60t •.•as SLU Pa.ciiff~ Didrlet offlcia.11 attended formal dedic.ation ceremonies at San Prancfsao'a r\&W Apo1tl ship of th• Sea rec;ently .ud are .pictured here with other visitors. Shown (l.r) at• Altx Jarrett, yice-pres., Marine firemant Ed Turner, sec'y-treas., Marin Cookt; Archblsh.o p Mo&ucken of San Pranclscor Morris Welsb r.trger, SIUNA exec. vfoe-pres. and seo'y.-treas., Sailors Union: W . H. Huffout, eounsel for MSTS, and the director of the Apos·tleship, the Right Rev. Matthew Connolly. �,. Jt i ' r . i r"t..,. ir~_.,;1 ·••• £0·• P•e Elcht . I .-/ . ,1 Foreign Flags Stall US. Again · . . WASHINGTON-Deadline e:x;tensioris were i:ecently presepted .by the Federal Maritime Commission to several Japanese and British-flag lines. who have to oome up with long 10ught freight rate, data stored in offices overseas. The documents are needed•-~~~~~~~~~------------------------------~ to enable Federal shipping more than a year ago in new 1:'&te Line ~ untll Oct. 1 to produce the documents, according to an an agencies to review and pass control legislation. - -- A group of British-flag lines now nouncement which failed to men on freight rates in US trade under authority granted by Congress have until- Oct. 15 and the Mitsui tion if the postponement had been requested by the foreign shippers or volunteered by the US. Boston Has Billiards Too Supporting the latest US retreat before foreign shipping interests is the recent formation by the FMC of an agency to hear complsinta . by overseas-based lines over such US practices as the "Ship Amer.l ea" program. atid. "5050" cargo preference for ·US-flag vessels on Goverrupent-generated freight movements. FMC has been conduct.Ing negotiations with counsel for the British lines, which have, along with most foreign shippers, shown no intention of complying with FMC orders to produce the documents sought. No New• No news even of what is being "negotiated" haa been forthcoming, ·with the FMC leaning over backwards in seeking to gain "voluntary" compliance with its Boston's SIU hall fs the scene of this 9athering, which In· regulatory orden. . eludes ( 1-r) Ken Wright, a visitor, with Seafarers Dan This follows 18 months of fruitSheehan, bosun, and Richard Winn of the engine departleH effort. 1ince the law was ment. It looks like somebody just made the side pocket,. passed in 1961. By Sidney Margollua Several surveys have shown that impulse buying largely has replaced the planned menus and shopNo matter what Administration is in Washington, ping lists once considered the foundation of moneythe US Agriculture Department keeps repeating that , saving shopping. ' . · food is a bargain. The successive Secretaries of For example, the Indiana Experiment Station Agriculture makes speeches and even visit super- found that fewer than half of today's shoppers make markets accompanied by photographers to dramatize any definite meal plans in advance. The rest decide this point. At the same time, USDA releases con- in the- store what to buy among a .wide v.ariety of stantly advise that one hour of ·work in a factory Hems, new products and new packages. Another now buys, for example, 2.2 pounds of round steak survey, by Du Pont, found'lthat unplanned purchases compared to 1.8 pounds in 1939 and only 1.2 fifty increased from 57 percent in 1949 to 73 in '59. _ )'ears ago. While eight out of ten housewives said they beIt is perfectly true .that many agricultural foodlieved a "g'ood homemaker" wQuld use a prepared 11tuffs as sold by growers to processors and manu- list most of the time, many still 'shopped without one. facturers, are a bargain. In 1960 the farmer got Significantly, the Indiana survey found higheronly 39 cents of the dollar you pay for food com- income housewives are most likely to use shopping pared to 49 in 1951. It is also true that even at lists. Nor is it husbands who succumb to impulse retail, some basic foods are relatively not expensive buying, as it is popularly supposed. One survey (except for the high meat prices we have had to found men more likely to buy from a list. Also reJive through this summer). vealing is that older women spend more time selectDut today's meals nre expensive, because we do ing than younger women. not buy the same foods as 23 years ago let alone 50, Having thus surrendered planning, our shopping nor in the same containers. We buy highly- has become increasingly determined by package and processed "convenience" foods in small containers, display designers, who have learned how to lead 11nd the Department of Agriculture, contradictorily us in a predetermined traffic pattern Lhrough the enough, itself encourages the .1mblic to buy in this aisles, stop us at certain displays, and if we handle, costly manner. probably buy. They lead us in the pattern they deOf every $20 we spend for groceries today, we pay sire chiefly by strategic placement of demand items from $1.50 to $2 for the packaging, and sometimes such as bread, beef and paper products, the Agriculthe package actually costs as much as the food itself. tural Marketing Service reports. Yet the Agriculture Department tells the public Lvecial Items ...,,.... that smaller packages "meet the food needs for one Supermarket operators themselves say that tomeal, and thus reduce waste." day's housewives especially are fascinated by the This kind of generalized apology for high-priced "gourmet" and "hospitality" departments you now convenience foods and small packages serves the see in many markets, and by such fancy foods as interests of food processors, not farmers or consum- guava jelly. They study these delicacies not from ers. To take one example, the dry cereals packaged a nutritional view, but to see what new thing they for individual servings cost you a little over four can serve family or guests. cents an ounce, or about 6!1 r.ents a pound. For that Retailers themselves are convinced that women price you can feed your children meat, or for that are not seriously interested in shopping on an matter, eggs, milk, cheese and other high-nutrition economical, nutritional basis. When stores try foods at even less cost. to advise customers what to serve for best nutrition,' Farmer Gds No More they find that they meet indifference. The farmer, of course, gets no more whether you A bargain "image" also may· seduce you into im~ pay two cents an ounce for cereal in a large box, or pulse buying. For example, many of the discount four cents in an individual box. In fact, if he gave department stores which have opened up in outlying the grain away, you would still pay almost the same shopping centers all over the country, now feature price. The farmer gets 2.4 cents for the corn in a food departments. These "discount" food sections large box of cornflakes selling for 26 cents, and the often have simple displays and fewer services such same 2.4 cents if that amount of cornflakes is sold as "Kiddie Korners" and special-service meat winsmall boxes for app-roximately 40-50 cents. dows, the USDA Economic Research Service reThe way to save, and avoid waste too, is to buy ·P·orts. Thus, they sometimes beat the prices of con·tl1e large sizes, not just for one meal, but for dif- ventional supermarkets, at least on the "name ferent uses in several meals. ' brands" they feature, if not on the supermarket Too many familie~ ~eed to plan their shopping private brands. more carefully. . The effect of self-service superBut the USDA report found that while shoppers markets often is to encourage impulse buying of may be drawn to the discount store by its bargain 'expensive foods. This · is the real reason why many "image," once they start through . the food departfamilies today complain of high food bills. Food ment they tend to be aware of, or concerned with, 1pencJh? increased about twice as fast as food prices prices of individual items.. And that's exactly why in one recent period. the stories feature cut-rate specials. Food Bargains Miss Menu in Lakes Men Vote Officers In _Biennial ·Balloting DETROJT.....,...The biennial election of officers for the SIU Great . Lak~ Di~trict has ~ome to a . clo~ with Secretary. Treasurer Fred J., Farnen overwhelmingly returned to' oftic• by the me:r:nbe:i;ship. • · Ray Boudr~ati, former Buf- either . at union halls or riaht .f alo port agent, was chosen to aboard · contracted vessels. 1 Tb• flll the post of assistant secretary-·. Lakes SIU ·constitution provide1 treasurer previously held by Stanl ey Thompson. · Incumbent officers who were reelected were Ernest Aubusson, Chicago port agent; Stanley Wares, Cleveland port agent and Floyd Hamner, Frankfort port a gent. Buffalo Vote itafford Mc.Cormick 'was chosen to . ftll the Buffalo agent's job~ which was vacated by Boudreau. J'.or Duluth Port Agent, Donald Benaman swamped a slate of six 0 ther candidate. vying for the p ort poit. Voting took place during the entlr9 month of August with Lakes sIU member• casting their vote for voting aboard vessels Jn · tran1it. Ballot bOxes are put aboar~- th• vessels so that members aboard can have ample opportunity to vote, the same as those ashore. · A total of 17 cantlidates declared themselves in the runnina for the seven elective posta now filled. The credentials ot the nomineea were carefully checked by a meinbership-elected committee and the ballots were then prepared for the month-long election. A six-month tallying committee was elected here thi• month at the. conclusion of all balloting to canduct and ce~ify thee final oount and report to the members. · New Life For Aged Car F·e rry Seaway Cargo Up Over '61 FRANKFORT-An old warhorse 0 f the Ann Arbor fleet, the 35-year0 ld carferry Wabash, will gain 8 ome youthful vigor when she un- d ergoes modernization · to increase h er speed and add cargo space for p iggyback cargoei. The Great Lakes SIU-contracted vessel will be converted to fire on 0 il instead of coal and will have her cargo deck raised 42 inches for e xtra hold capacity. Built in 1927, the Wabash ii one 0 f a fleet of four train and auto f erries to operate on a year-round b asll from Keewaunee and Mantiwoc, Wisconsin, and Menominee and Manistique, Mich. During the time that the Wabash Ii undergoing renovatlon, crewmembera will transfer to other Ann ·A rbor vessels, a right insured u nder the Great Lakes Seamen's J ob Security Program. Some memb ers of the crew have been shipp ing on the Wabash Tor 20 years. The Wabash, the second in the Ann Arbor fleet ·to be reconditi oned, left here for the shipyard 1n Manitowoc, where the revampi l!i will take place. Another ship i n the fleet, the Ann Arbor No. 3 was recently sold to a motel corporation and ts slated to be converted into a barge. DETROIT - Nearly 15,000,000 tons of cargo have moved through the Montreal-Lake Ontario section of the St. Lawrence Seaway to the end of August, 1962, representin1 an increase of 8.4 percent com· pared to the aame period last year. The Well and Canal section of the Seaway carried 21 million ton1 since its opening Jn April, com- ' pared with 18.6 million tons for the same 1961 period. Thi1 amounted to an increase of Ul.1 percent. New litatlatlcs Statistici on the tonnage were released by the two Seaway agenciee-the Saint Lawrence Seawa7 Development Corporation CUS) and' the It. Lawrence Seaway Au· thority <Canada). Their recorda reveal thnt lnst month showeCI a gain in cargo movement of 7.6 percent over August, 1961 for the s~ Lawr~nce section. A gain of f.8 percent showed in the Welland Canal section of the waterway. Upbound movements accounted for the greater part of the traffio, and bulk commodities exceeded. 90 percent of the total. Vessei transits continued to indicate ,. steadily increasing number of larger vessels passing through th• system with, aa expected, gre-atff cargoes being carried on fewer ships. . Great Lakes Shipping -July 11 • August 14, 1962 Port DECK ENGINE STEWARD TOTAL 29 10 62 SS 31 9 73 24 16 13 53 11 16 6 38 DETROIT 159 123 . 60 342 DULUTH 42 28 12 82 F RANKFORT . . . . . 22 31 28 81 TOTAL ...... 814 274 138 726 . ALPENA - .... .- .... . · 28 · · BUFFAl..O .. . . . . . . ' CHICAGO .. ...... I -CLEVELAND . ..... �SIU RAIL TUGMEN, RR UNIONS FIGHT JOB-CUT MERGERS NEW YORK-More than 1,500 railroad workers including Railway Marine tugmen met here on September 19 to protest the wholesale slaughter of jobs threatened by a series of railroad mergers. The protest meeting at Executives Association and ·pres{· Manhattan· Cen~r more than dent of the Railroad Telegrapher&; ·s1u filled the hall. . Overflow attend.anl:e. at New York's Manhattan Center marked mass rail workers' protest against pending New York Central-Pennsylvania Railroad merger which would extend pro· posed manning cuts on railroad boats 81 well as shoreside equipment. SIU-RMR members, affiliated with rail brotherhoods in Railway Labor Exec;utives Association, ioined in demonstratiOn. Keynote speaker was Senator · Estes Kefauver (0.-Tenn.). · He noted that over three-fourths of US . ra~roads, as · measured by their · assets, are involved in merger petitions before the Interstate Commerce Commisalon. The Senator ls sponsor of proposed leglslatlon to_ require any transportatlon mergers to meet t.b• public Interest and has called for a halt on approval of transportation mergers untll th.e ~nd of 11~63. George M. Harrison, an AFL-CIQ vice president and president of the Railway Clerks; Michael Fox, head of the AFL-CIO Railway Employees Department, and presl)" dent of the Maintenance of Way Employees. •Job-Killera' \"'° Remarks about the seriousness of the merger situatjon by these and other raiiroad unionists were reaffirmed by G. ·P. McGintv, regional director of the RMR, who said the mergers, like many other rail moves, were essentially .RRs Step ' . Up.-.· ~o...rive • ·o n· Sh• • - · 1pp1ng af~~:t!~ ~:i~=il~! ·~ a:t~~= de~~:e~: ~;!rjo::i1ed 11 .. the pro. posed merger of the New York Central and Pennsylvania rail.;. roads "by far" one , of tl~e key transport link-ups underway. "There fa little doubt in my mind,'' said the Senator, "that ap· proval of (this merger> will lead to vast counter-mergers resultlng in a massive concentration of economic power in the hands of a few companies and in the loss of vital co·m petition and indepen· dent business action which are the basic ingredients to a healthy private enterprise economy." Power Grab He added further: "I believe (railroad mergers> would trigger additional concentrations in the trucking and water carrier industries, and might drastically ac· celerate the present trend toward concentration throughout the country in many other industrial fields ." Summing up, Sen. Kefauver in· sisted: "Today, I believe, we- are at the crossroads in our national transportation policy. We either retain the structure of a comCongressional sponsor of bill to slow down rail merger petitive, balanced, multiform sys· tern in each transportation mode, moves, Sen. Estes Kefauver of Tennessee · (2nd from right) or we move on to regional mo· i.s shown at RLEA rally gathering with rail labor officials ( 1-r) nopolies and eventually to national· George M. Harrison, pre.sident of Railway Clerks; G. P. ization accompanied by massive McGinty, !.•gional _director; SIU Railway Marine Region, contraction of facilities and and Mike Fox, president of AFL-CIO Railway .D epartment. service." ---:-- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - dance of top urilon offlcen as well Sailing · coastwise? Or in.terc:Oa_stal? · aa a mass turnout ot rank and file . F~rget it! Forget ·it, th~t is, if .th¢ -r~ilroads push throu,gh the new rate st~uct.ure. they're members in the area. Among those now trying to seU to Congress. . · · _ : on hand were George E. Leighty, ----------------------------~chairman of the Railway Labor · · The railroads have long• lobbied, threatened, bullied, rates ba'c~ up to any profit wept and moaned in seeking they could set. the means · to drive domestic operators and other competitors out of business. The ·principal way they'd do this would ~ be through removal of the rules Congress imposed, starting as long as 80 years @:Z.;t..,riih.'ll;f:W.Y:}~·~., ·~~?ii'if.s;~~&.!i.~¥,~ Tax To End · - Price· Stays Remember when the railroads were saying everyone could travel for ten percent less if the Government would only repeal the tax on tickets? Well, the tax cc;>mes off November l5, but the cost to rail passengers . staya the same. Eastern rllilroads have already asked the Government to let them tack ,the extra ten percent onto ticket prices. All 23. passenger.-carrying ' railroads 'in the Northeast have , '. formally petitioned t.h e Interstate Commerce Commission ._ for permission to 'raise ali their passeQ.ger fares by ten percent on the day. the Federal tax ends. -~'°""'"'"~""-""""1-'"""°''"'""'.''"'"'""" "'""'"•"'"""'"_,_._.,,,,,.__,,.,""._~"""' ago, to take some of the steam out of the railroads' drive to get a 1trangiehold on all types of cargo. Over the years, Congress and the Interstate Commerce Commisaion have required that the railroads charge no less than their tctual co'St of performing any given fre~ght service. This ruling '1as been repeatedly made ·to maintain some balance between all forms of transportation arid to keep non-rail operations from being driven out of business by cut-throat competition. ·Once the rail giants strangled their petition, therd promptly l~vel The . railroads have had some considerable success in this effort by setting high artificial rates for rail-to-dock cargo movements, while k.e epling all-rail rates low to attract ...shippers. They were always able to make up the difference by charging far higher rates to inland poiuts where there was no water competition. Laws Back To '86 This was accomplished despite regulation by the ICC and a series of laws passed by Congress as far back as 1886 to curb railroad monopoly practices. The present state of coastwise and intercoastal shipping is largely due to complex rail rate maneuvers that have undercut water rates for East-West and Atlantic-Gulf cargo movem-;;~:· railroads are also turning their attention to intracoastal, inland and Great Lakes water carriers. A barge lines' spokesman, for instance. told this session of Congresi of· a typical railroad trick: On the 715-mile rail haul · from Birmingham, Ala., to Tampa, which is also served by water would permit them to . continue carriers, the railroads charge only these practiees virtually without $3.46 per ton. For the 166-Jt!Jle limit. Specifically, the railroads haul from Birmingham to Atlanta, want Congress fo- tie the ICC's with no water competition, the hands so it can't require railroads . railroads charge 30 cents a ton to set rates that would reflect the more for a route about one-fourth true relative costs of rail versus the traditionally cheaper water as long. WASHINGTON-A warning that almost all boxcar and The legislation railroads are service. The rails are going all-out now trying to get Congress to pass, in support of this legislation. refrigerator car traffic could be lost to competing container- RRs Admit Boxships Best For East-West Freight ships was recently a highlight of a now-no-longer-secret report made for the r a i l - + · - - - - - - - - - - - roads' Western Traffic Asso- West Coast areas for Americanciation. Hawaiian, Sea-Land and the transThe report was cited here by a spokesman for American-Hawaiian steamship Company, whose application for Federal ship construetion mortgage insurance is being supported by the SIUNA and the SIU Pacific District. The SIU-contracted Elizabethport (Sea-Land) moves through the Panama Canal en route to the West Coast on her maiden run inaugurating regular intercoastal containership service. As a result of the report, which was secret before being read into the record at a hearing before an MA chief examiner, railroad interests are fearful of losing a substantial share of their business to the more-economical, high-speed containerships, accordi ng to American-Hawaiian. This is the reason the railroads are opposing American-Hawaiian's application, the company contends. Actually, there is sufficient traffic moving between East and continental railroads to survive, according to Robert R. Nathan, the economist who analyzed A-H's proposal. The report was read into the record over the objection of counsel for the railroads. Speaking in glowing terms of containership efficiency, the report notes: "Containership operati ng costs, assuming a reasonable load factor, are extremely low in terms of tonmile and hundredweight costs. To the extent that this fact is reflected in rates. r ailroads will not be able to compete in terms of rates for · the traffic without disastrous effects on not only the revenue from transcontinental traffic, but also on the revenues from traffic competitive with transcon tinent~l traffic." �'• Pap I .• SK'..f l'~RB•• Tea ~ - - -- --- ~ · • s:, ...J l MEBA, MMP Rap Hoffa Raiding In Barge Fleet ST. LOUI~The Marine Engineers Beneficial Associatjon and the Masters, Mates and Pilots have called for all-out support frpi;n the AFL-CIO and its affiliates against a Teamster raid on their membership in the Mississippi V a 11 e y majority of the engineers and Barge Line. . mates. Mississippi Valley Barge MEBA and MM&P, in a wire to AFL-CIO President George Meany, asked for support of their picketlines, noting that National Maritime Union crews have been sailing behind them with the Teamster-sponsored "Marine Officers Association." The two officers' unions have been picketing Mississippi Valley Barge Line terminals and loading t>oints since September 9 to protest recognition of the Teamsterbacked MOA. MEBA and MM&P said that hasty recognition of MOA violated the rights of their members and was the result of collusion between the company and the Teamsters. They pointed out that the Teamster-company action came after 20 years of collective bargaining relations with the two unions. Picketlines have been set up at St. Louis, New Orleans, Havannah, Illinois, and Pittsburgh. At Havannah, the strike halted the loading of 250 coal barges consigned to the company. The line has retaliated ,by discharging close to -80 engi11eers and mates who participated Jn the strike. The . two AFL-CIO unions have demanded that the company agree to an impartial election so that they can prove they represent a recognized the MOA on September 8 after a two-hour strike ·action involving two hand-picked boats of the nine it normally operates. Further evidence of a conspiracy, the MEBA and MM&P said, . is the fact that the MOA tieup was pulled less than eight hours after a St. Louis County Circult Court Justice nullified an election rigged by the company and the MOA to guarantee a victory for the Teamster-sponsored organization. The two AFL-CIO unions have held contract.a with the company for 20 years. • 111111111111 ; 111111 _,7f Zj 1 { I II 11111 I £-oa .,,--.-· .ia 't . +x ~' lleptelnber, I ... I r t c ¢ t ) >• lllllUU Ill I I Comet Rice Is Non-Union HOUSTON ~ After eight months of sacrifice roil the plckeUine, workera of the Comet ~ce Milling Com~any here and Jn Beaumont are renew1ni their appeal to trade union famllie1 not to buy the atruck company's products. Rice mill workers Jn both cities are member• of .the A.FL-010 United Brewery, Flour, Cereal, Soft Drink and Distillery Workers. The union, with reeional headquarters Jn San Antonio, has urged all union ·members and families In the Texas and Gulf area to aid its fight by boycottine products of an anti-union employer. Comet Rice Mill products are the following: Comet Rice, Adolphus Rice, Peacock Rice, M.J.B. Rice and Wonder Rice. Texas Strike Wins · Solid IBU Contract · PORT ARTHUR-Winning their stri~' despite outrigl}~ scabbing by an affiliate of the National Maritime Union, ll• censed officers.of the D. M. Picton Company here have gained a top Inland Boatmen'~ Union contract to end a three-month striiti action. Th• ofticers had the atrong support of Picton'• unlicensed men~ The culmination of the · strike was signalled on September 14, whei) the IBU reached agreement with the company on a contract embod)"" lng mai.or gains Jn conditions for the captains, mates and engineel'I. Terms · of the agreement tnclufte substantial pay raises for the mates plus generous sickleave provisions, guaranteed seniority right11 time off allowances, and full coverage under the Union's welfare ana pension program for all hands. - Licensed boatmen were · not included in the unit that voted 24-i for the IBU in an NLRB unlicensed election and subsequently cam• under the coverage of an IBU contract last May. The unlicensed ·. sru FOOD and SHJ:P ·S ANJ:TATJ:ON DEPARTMENT Clift Wilson, Food and Ship Sanitation Director Sauces Add That Extra Flavor Touch A &ood piece of meat without the proper sauce or gravy to complement it is like a cook without a stove. Besides looking unattractive it lacks the flavor and nutritive ' value that a well-made sauce or gravy can add to any meat, fish , vegetable or egg dish and to many' desserts. Not many people are aware of the tremendous versatility of sauces and gravies in all types of cookery. T'lese are capable of enhancing just about any dish you can name. Only a few general varieties and kinds of sauces are mentioned here, and if any Seafarer or reader has any special recipes of their own, we'll be glad to get them and pass them on. Almost all sauces require a gentle heat and the careful attention of the maker, who must stir the contents almost contin~ously. Cooking vessels with thick bottoms are most desirable, since they distribute the heat very evenly. If po~sible, use a double boiler for making sauces as this reduces the danger of scorching. As flour is a base for many sauces it is important to know something about its behavior. When flour is heated with a liquid the starch grains in the flour burst and release minute particles whi~h combine with the liquid and produce a thickened mixture. In order for the mixture to be smooth and to thicken evenly, it is essential that the starch grains be evenly distributed+-------------· Floating hotels carrying tourists through every p_a rt of the liquid. any number of other dishes. Raisin sauce and pineapple sauce down the Nile River between This is why gentle and even heatare popular with baked tongue and Cairo and Aswan will some day be ing is so important. ham, mint sauce with roast lamb in service again if the United Arab Sauce List and lamb chops, and tarter sauce, Republic's Tourist Administration Like meat and potatoes, some when chilled, with fish and seabas its way. The last one belonged sauces have particular compati- food. to Cleopatra. bility with certain types of foods. White sauce is made in varying The UAR is presently seeking quotations and descriptive litera- Some of these special combinations degrees of thickness depending are tfie following, and the list is ture on the floating hotels which of course much longer depending upon the use for which it is would have facilities to make even on individual tastes and prefer- needed. A good white sauce should be smooth and thoroughly cooked Cleopatra's barge look like a scow. ences: so that there will be no raw flour The 75-room hostelries are to be Barbecue sauce, with spareribs, taste. White sauce serves as the completely air-conditioned and pork chops, ham, · chicken and basis for cheese sauce, cream have kitch en, restaurant and bar other cuts of meat. sauce, mustard sauce, curry sauce, facilities. Creole sauce, served with frank- mock hollandaise sauce, egg sauce Seafarers with a yen to enter the hotel business in the grand furters, meat loaf, 'croquettes, rice, and many other sauces universally manner can write to Moustafa macaroni, spaghetti, and with fish. used in cooking. Thin white sauce · Mohamed Mahfouz, Business and Tomato sauce is e"cellent, served is used as the base for most cream Engineering Consultants, PO Box with meat balls, ravioli, spaghetti, soups. Medium white sauce is used 542, Cairo, UAR. meat loaf, fish and fish cakes and tn preparing potatoes, vegetables, hard cooked eggs, diced meat and l*'t.-it1ttf.~11ff9..t.&.~::@ff~.~?~~*~~f.~~f;~~~!.;>.610.1;~~::)~~·~(.;f~J.~?::=~=1?~~~;:~:;~~lf;:;;~~g~*~~ ~~?.~~:~~~.tr~~~<~¥.~lf.J:r:::=l~~f~-~V.t~;~~ift:f.~J#.l::W&.tl fish or seafood, as ere am e d or scal1oped dishes. I; Gravies are prepared in a similar manner to white sauce, with the We~t exception that dripings of meat are SIU headquarters has issued an advance schedule through Desubstituted for fat or butter. These drippings are the fat and juices cember for the monthly informational meetings to be held in West that escape from meats and poulCoast ports for the benefit of Seafarers shipping from Wilmington, try during cooking, and they proSan Francisco and Seattle or who are due to return from the Far vide an lmportant addition to meat East. All Seafarers are expected to attend these. meetings, in acdishes. Since every kind of meat has cord with a resolution adopted by the Executive Board last Decemits own particular flavor, good ber. Meetings in Wilmington are on Monday, San Francisco on gravy should have the defini~e Wednesday and Seattle on Friday, starting at 2 PM local time. flavor of the meat with which it is to be served and not of some The schedule is as follows: other type of meat. Most people San Francisco Wilmington Seattle like a rich brown gravy, the cookOctober 26 October 24 October 22 ing temperature and the 'kind of November 21 November 23 November 19 liquid used determining the color. December 19 December 21 December 17 (Comments and suggestions are (Regular monthly meeting schedule for all SIU constitutional invited by this department and poris appears on Page 4.) can be submitted to this 'column Miifli'«~P'.efF-&,g.W.ff~~ff.'4*..,-~~ff.~l&'ff#htW~!mflt?'JittP~Mf~JJ%.':W.%~ in care of the SEAFARERS LOG. ) Egypt Seeks Picton'• derrick-barge Roberts is pictured while Idle during IBU strike, before she was sca~bed out b·y a tug manned by members of National Maritime Union affiliate. The derrick was towed to dredge Job In Louisiana. Hotels Afloat On The Nile agreement provided the unlicensed crews with union conditions, com• plete welfare-pension protection and many other benefits. Picton refused to recognize the union as the representative of itl officers and, at the sam~ time, attempted to cut back a sickness plan that assured minimal protection for the men. It also attempted t~ make the mates do the dispatching for the company boats at . night The strike was successful in the face of scabbin9 by a boat manne4 by the NMU's United Marine Division Local 88&. The tug VU1£ajJ', operated by the Sabine Towing Company and pianned by UMD-~MV men, disregarded IBU picket boats and proceeded to haul the Pictoo.r owned derrick-barge Roberts to a salvage job in the Mormentau Rivet in Louisiana. . · ·· Members of Local 838 later expressed their regret over the sc~ tactics employed during the atri~e. Despite these tactics, Picton't tour harbor boats in the Port Arthur-Beaunw.ot-$abme area werfj kept at a standstill for almost three months untfl the reactivation of two company boats on Sep~mber 17. Advance Meeting Schedule For Coast SIU Ports ..,,iii Unanimous Vote Brings Sheridan Sea-Tug Pact NORFOLK-A first-time contract has been signed by th~ SIU Inland Boatmen's Union for the deep-sea operation of the Sheridan Transportation Company here. The IBU also has Sheridan's harbor tug in+------------J..i. Philadelpliia under contract. crease retroactive to July I an~ It won a unanimous 18-0 vote will draw an additionnl hike next decision among the deep-sea tugmen in May. Following the trend to tlie IBU crewmen aboard the five carg~ barges handled by the deep-sea boats have a~so strongly supported the union, and negotiations are now underway on a contract for the 20 men in that operation. The three deep-sea tugs tow nonself-propelled barges up and down the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. They ha~dle five barges which c;arry bulk fre1g-h t -0nly for the Tug Management Corp., which is allied with Sheridan Transportation. Under the new pact reached by the IBU for the deep-sea tugmen, all hands a1·e receiving a wage in- August. Other aains won are nindays of vacation each year, and· schit!dule, of 18 days after two ye,ars, in addition to nine paid holidays. Last May'1 unanimous ballot victory ~or the llm rep1:esents thct 11 rst time that Sherida~ s deep-sea tugmen. have had a union as t~eff barg.ainmg agent. Local 333, Umted. Manne Division of the National Maritime Union, lost an election on these tugs six years ago. The vote covered the tugs Peggf Sheridan, D. T. Sheridan and th• Chris Sheridan and was conducted by the National Labor Rel.ation1 Board in Brooklyn and Baltimore, The Philadelphia harbor tug, th• H. J . Sheridan, has been under IBU contract since 1960• a �.. • ,\ . ""',, .. ~ J ... ·S • .4 ' .4·It E R·I · · li 0 ti' '· · · · · · - ··· · · · · · · · · · · · · ··· ·' ._, •Pllce Blnea · 'Part Of The Job' sitr X.BG:ISLAT%VJI . . .l>BPABT~BNT~~~!§~ MARITIME STATISTICS-As of August 1, 196~, _.there · were 890 vessels of 1,000 gross tons or over in the active oceangoin1 United States merchant fleet. This la 215 less than the number active on July 1, 1962. There were 27 Government-owned and 863 privately-owned ships in the active service fleet. There was a decrease of twenty-five active vessels and an increase of twenty-four inactive vessels In the privately-owned fteet. Two .freighters, the PHILIPPINE MAIL and the CHINA BEAR, were delivered fi:om construction; two tankers were transferred foreign, and one small tanker was dropped froµi the statistics when reconstruction work dropped Ifs tonnage to le~s than 1, 00 gross. The total privately-owned fleet decreased by one to 985. There was no change in ~A's active and inactive fleets, the total remaining 1,892. t l,""' 1952, , seafartng jobs in the LABOR STATISTICS-On ;\:.August United States numbered 53,034. Of this total 12,286 were licensed and 40,748 were unlicensed. Privately-owne.d an4 MA-owned vessels employed 46,463 men; MSTS 'CivR Service, .5,707; and MSTS contract ships, 864. There were 8,740 men working on Great Lakes seafaring operations. The number of longshoremen employed during the period totaled 73,000 and the number of workers in United States shipyards remained at 127,848. ""' t tuna ;t; FISH REPORT-In 1961 Japanese landings totaled 651,355 metric tons. This was an increase of over 105,620 metric tons ·over the fiscal year 1960 catch. The previous high catch was recorded in fiscal year 1959 when 562,991 metric tons were landed • . . A large Japanese fishing company reportedly is planning to establish a joint Japanese-French .tuna base at Noumea, New Caledonia Island. The Noumea Tuna Base will be similar in size to the tuna base contem- · plated for Tahiti. During the first year of operation, 25 vessels would be ba_sed at Nou~ea, and their annual catcQ is expected to total 12,000 metric tons. Fish landed at that base will · be exported to France and the United States . . . As the result of negotiations conducted by the American Tuna . Boat Association with Columbian authorities in April, a procedure has been established for United States fishing vessels to obtain licenses to fi~h in Columbian waters. t ;1:. t SOVIET MARITIME EXP ANSI ON - The Soviet Union reported that it has agreed to pul'chase about $100 million worth of ships from three major Jap!lnese ship-building firms. The contract is said to cover the purchase of twelve 35,000-ton tankers, five 12,000-ton freighters, twelve barges, six drepges and ten ftoa~ing ·cranes. The Japanese firms involved.are Mitsubishi and Engineering Company, IshikawahimaHarima Heavy industcy Company and Hitachi Shipbuilding and En-: gineering Company.' Seventy percent of the payments due under the contract is to be deferred over six years. ·i t - t those lawmakers who voted for ·the program. This measure will again come up for action and, certainly, the citizens of this country should not allow the experience of the .~lections which are the. cornerstone of our past to be repeated. A minority· of the elecdemocratic_ structure. torate must' not be allowed to speak for the : Those citizens who cast their ballots on majority. The tail must not be allowed to · b · f . Eleetion ·nay will, of course, e votmg or wag the dog. It becomes. not only the _ r ight, then, but specific candidates-for the men and women also the obliga~ion of every citizen-if he is who will fill important offices on the nasincerely c;on~erned about the well-being o~ tional, state and local levels. But no voter . himself and his family-to go . to the polls should ever . forget that we· choose certain and vote for the candidates who .will express candidates on Election Day because we hope his views. _ they will reflect · our individual views ·On If only a minority of Americans go to the issues which are of vital concern to ourselves polls on Election Day, the winning candi·and our families. dates will speak for the minority. · But if the The issues do not (lppear on t.h e ballot. great maiority of citizens turn out, then The voter who enters the polling booth wiH those candidates who win will b~ truly rep• MOBILE TRADE FAIR-The American Maritime Association has be confronted only · with a list of names. resentative of the majority of Americans. gone •on recor· ~ in support of proposed legislation directing the Thus, he should remember, at all times, that Hardly a day passes when there is not disSecretary of Gv~ :merce . to encourage and promote the development those candidates he selects are those who cussion OI.' action in our government on legisand use of mobli.e trade fairs which can be transported on US-flag will. speak for him when matters which af- lation affecting the security and well-being vessels to foreign ports, designed to show United States products at feet him and his family come up. for action of Seafarers and their families-actions recommercial centers throughout-the world. In a letter to Rep. Herbert in Washington, at the State Capitol or City lating to runaway flags, subsidies, domestic C. Bonner, chairman of the House Merchant Marine & Fisheries Hall. Committee, AMA said that the measure was of utmost importance if One of the most vital of these issues is, of shipping and other vital matters. Nor is this activity of concern only to deepoverseas markets are to be developed for . American goods. It cited course, concerned with . medical care for the the progress of the European Common Market, noting that it was sea sailors and their families . Right now the imperative for American business to seek new markets overs.eas and aged un·der the Social Security System. The railroads are moving toward mergers on all to expand. existing ones. "We feel there is· no better way of accom- medical ca:te program, as most trade union plishing this than by providing floating trade fairs using American- members know, had the 'support of the Ad- sides, an action which could cause the loss ftag vessels." ministration. It had the support of the AFL- of railroad jobs, including those of SIU tug;t. t t CIO and the organized labor movement in boat workers. And the railroads are also HOLIDAY PROPOSAL-The Pacific American Steamship Associa- this country. And, according to reliable pushing rate-making legislation which would tion has recommended that the Congress, before approving legislation polls, - it had the support of the majority of drive the barges off the rivers and seriously which would provide for another legal holiday, make a thorough study the citizens of this country . . cripple our inland waters industry. of present legal holidays and tfieir impact on the nation's economy. f d h The moral is clear: register and then get It recalled that .t he Senate has approved the joint resolution whiCh Yet, the program was de eate in t e out and vote for the men who will represent designates September 17 in each year "Constitution Day," and makes present session of Congress. and protect your interests. tha,t date a legal public holiday. PASSA's spokeman said he "comWhy? mended" the intent behind the measure, but stressed that making Because a minority of voters, acting T_h ere is one important thing to remember, September 17 in each .year a legal holiday "can be seriously injurious through irifluential and vocal lobbies, like · however. In order for you to vote you must to our nation's industries. At the present time, _our national payroll that of the American Medical ·Association, be registered. So check the registration reIs approximately 280 billion dollars annually. Of the 58 million per- were able to bring about defeat of a measure quirements 'in your community and make sons employed in the cou~try, it is reasonable assumption that which most people in this country want. sure your name is on the roster of-registered more than . half of those emp~oyed work on legal holidays at an overtime rate of pay. This is .Particularly true in the transportation field. An analysis of this defeat, later made by voters. Then go to the polls on Elt:!ction Day and Tra.nspoi:tation must go on every day In ·tµe year .. .. " PASSA said the AFL-CIO, showed that, the legislators some legal holidays "no longer serve .In the public .interest" and sug- who voted· against this .measure-those who cast your b~llot for the candidates of your geste.d, some '!could be . merged." ·defeated· it-represented fewer people than choice. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT-The Maritime Administration recently sponsored a meeting where proposals for integrated steam turbine plants for marine propulsion were explained to maritime fndus't ry representatives.. As part of the MA's effort to reduce construc~ion and ·ope~aUng costs of us merchant ships, separate con~ tracts were signed in the winter of 1961-62 with Allis-C.h almers Manufacturing . Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the Newport .. News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company, Inc., . of Newport News, Vi~ginta,' to develop . such integrated plants. The .integrated steam turbine plant is designed to be a highly self-regulating propulsion system capable . of control by a minimum number of dev_l<:!es, and to achieve reduced· costs with high reliability and safety. It is to · -r equti-e minimum maintenance and to lend Itself to· remote· control eith.e r f}"om an engineer's console Qr directly from tlie briage. . 1t ·is expe~t~d that a plant of this type may have further appUcation in the fteld of mechanization and automation. Upon completion of the research development phase of the contracts, MA may order con1truction, installation, and testing aboard ship of the design which is considered · to be the most feasible from the standpoint of both engineering and economy. -.\;. t t Very soon now-in November-the citizens of this country will again · have an opportunity to vote . in the free and secret �.. ', \ .... .....,,. ,..... . ' ~ - . t ' ... ' ,- ~ .. ~ • ' ~ ' .... fthl•• These rules Include the rules previously printed and distributed; .together with amendments thereto, decided upon by the Seafarers. Appeals Board, up to and including September 1, 1962. . .tr Every seaman shipped through the hiring halls of the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, lakes and Inland Waters District, hereinafter called the "Union," 1hall be shipped pursuant to .'the following rules; 1. Seniority A. Without prejudice to such other legal conditions and restrictions on employment as are contained in the agreements between the Union ind !h• Employers, seamen shall be shipped out on jobs offered through the hiring halls of the Union in accordance with the class of seniority rating they possess, 1ubject, nevertheless, to the other rules contained herein. I. Seniority shall be determined in the following manner: A clan A seniority rating, the highest, shall be possessed by all unlicensed personnel who have shipped regularly, up to December 31, I 954, with one or more of the companies listed in Appendix A, •ince before January 1, 1951. On and after October 1, 1956, a class A seniority rating shall. be possessed by all seamen with ratings above ordinary aeaman, wiper, or meumon, who have shipped regularly, up to December 31, 1954, with one or more of the companies li1ted in Appendix A, since before January 1, 1952, subject, how• ever, to rule 9. On and after September 1, 1959, a class A seniority rating shall also be possessed by all seamen who hove shipped regularly with one or more of the companies listed in Appendix A, either (I) up lo December 31, 1955, since before January 1, 1953, or (2) up to December 31, 1956, since before January 1, 1954, sub ject, however, to rule 9. On and after June 15; 1961, a Class A seniority rating shall be possessed by all seamen who have sh ippi>d regularly with one or more of the companies listed in Appendix A, either, (1) up to December 31, 1957, since before January 1, 1955; or, (2) up to December 31, 1959, since before January I, 1956; or, (3) up to December 31, 1959, since before January I, 1957. A Class B seniorify rating •hall be possessed by all seamen who have shipped regularly up to December 31, 1957 with one or more of the com· ponies listed in Appendix A, since before January 1, 1958, and who do not have a Class A seniority rating, subject, however, to Rule 9. On and after September 1, 1959, Class C personnel who possess a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of the Andrew Furuseth Training School course, and who, after obtaining such a certificate of satisfactory completion, have completed 60 days of seatime with any of the companies set forth in Appendix A, sholl be entitled to cla11 B seniority rating. A class C seniority rating shall be possessed by all seamen who do not have a class A or class B seniority rating, subject, however, to rule 9. Notwithstanding any th ing to the contrary herein, no seaman shall be deprived of the seniority to which he would be otherwise entitled by virtue of service with the armed forces of the United States. . C. A seaman will be deemed to have shipped regularly with one or more of the companies listed in Appeodix A if he has been employed as an un· lieensed seamon no less than n inety days (90) pet calendar year on one er more American·flag vessels owned or operated by the said companies, subject, how· ever, lo rule 3(A). This latter provision shall not operate so as lo reduce any seaman's seniority if the requ irements therein were not met during fhe first calendar year in which the seaman commenced to ship but, if not met, the said calendar year shall not be counted insofar as seniority upgrading is concerried. D. Employment with, or election lo any office or job in the Union, or any employment taken at the behest gf the Union, shall be deemed to be the same u employment with any of the companies listed in Appendix A, and seniority •hall accrue accordingly during the period such employment, office, or job is reta ined. E. A class A seniority rating shall be the highest, class B, the ne xt highest, and so on, and priority as lo jobs shall be granted accordingly, subject, never• theless, to the rules contained herein. F. Within each class of •eniority, a seaman shall be shipped in accordance ·with the length of time he has been unemployed, the one unemployed the longest to be •hipped the first, subject, nevertheless, to the rules contained herein. G. I! shall be the responsibility of each seaman to furnish proof of seniority and length of the period of his unemployment. Notwithstanding any other provisions herein, the failure lo produce adequate proof of seniority or length of unemployment shall be grounds for denial of the job sought. An appropriate seniority rating card duly issued by the Union shall be deemed sufficient proof of seniority, for the purposes of shipping, without prejudice to the right of eny •eoman to furnish different proof of his seniority in reasonably leg ible and easily ascertainable form, such as official Coast Guard discharge" Unemploy· ment periods shall be ascertained solely from shipping urds issued by the Union. H, Seniority rating cords will be issued by the Union only . upon written and personal application made and accepted. These will be valid only for the calen· dar year in wh ich issued. No seniority rating card will be issued after October in each cslendar year, unless the remaining lime i• not needed to preserve th• seniority rating of the applicant, or is mathematically sufficient to enable him to retain his seniority. Each seniority rating card shall be based upon entitlement as of the dote applied for. Shipping cards issued by the Union shall be valid for a peribd of 90 days from the date of iss ue subject lo the other rules contained herein. If the 90th day fall1 on 1 Sunday or · a holiday, national or state, or if. the hall in which registration has been m·e de. i1 closed on that day for any reason, the card shall be de"med valid· until the next succeeding businen day on whiclt 1he hall l•. open. The poriod of validity of 1hipping card• 1h1ll be •~tended by th• number of days shipping ln a port h11 been metarlally 1ffectad 11 I result of I strike affecting the lndu1try generally, or ott.er similar circumstances. Shipping corda 1hall be issued to ell those requesting the same, provided the 1e1man h11 111 the necessary document• and pipers required by l1w and Is otherwise eligible. I. Seniority shall be calculated on the b11i1 of employment without regard to department (deck, engine, or steward), without pre[udica, however, to the application of any other rule contained herein. A seamen may not change the department in which ha usually ship1 without permission of the Seafaren Appeals Boord, which permission shell be granted only upon proof, deemed 1atisfactory by the Board, that medical re11ons, Insufficient lo prohibit seiling altogether, warrant the change. J. Seamen with a class B or class C seniority rating may be shipped on • vessel for one round trip, or sixty (60) days, whichever Is longer; in the l11ter case, the sixty (60) day period may be extended, where necessary to insure practicability insofar as leaving the ship i1 concerned: Thl1 rule 1hall not be applied. so as to cause a vessel lo soil shorthanded. No trensportllion shall be due by virtue of the application of this rule. The words "round trip" shall have the usual end .customary meaning ollributed to it by seamen, whether It be coastwise, interco1stal or foreign. On coastwlse voyages, If the schedule of the vessel is such that it i1 to return to the area of original engagement, • seaman shall not be required lo leave the vessel until the vessel reaches the .snid port or area. On lntercoastal and foreign voya9~1, where the vessel pay1 off at a port in the continental United States other 1han ln the area of engage• ment, if the vessel is scheduled to deport ftom the seid port of payoff within ten days after nrrival, to return to the port or area of originil engagement, • seaman with a seniority roting of less than class A shall not be required to leave the vessel until it arrives in the iaid port or area of original engagement. 2. Shipping Procedure A. No seaman shall be shipped unless registered for ahipping. No· seaman shall register for shipping in more than one port of the Union at one time. No shipping card issued in one port shall be honored in another. B. No seaman may register for another, or use another'i shipping card or aeniority rating cord. All registration must be In person, ani! seamen must be present, in person, when e job is offered thetn. C. No seaman may register for a job so long 11 he !1 employed on any vessel. D. No aeaman shall have the right lo reject more than two jobs, after throw• ing in for them, within the period of validity of his ahipping card. Rejection of more than .two jobs during thi1 period will require re-registration and the toking out of a new shipping cord. E. Every aeaman who accepts a job, and who quits or 11 fired after one day, shall not be permitted to retnin the original shipping card on which he received his jc;>b, but must re-register lo ship. If he quill or Is flred within one day, he mu•I report back lo the dispatcher.on the next succuding business day or else give up the original shipping card on which he received hl1 job. F. No seaman shall be allowed to register on more than one list (deportment), and in not more than one group, as hereinafter set forth. No seaman shall be shipped out on a job off · a list (department) other than that on which he la registered, ~xcept under emergency circun1s111nce1, such as insuring against I vessel sailing short in a department. No seaman shall be shipped' out on • job outside the group in which .he i• registered, except 11 Jpecifically set forth herein. The following are the groups within the lists (departments), In which claui• fied seamen may re9isler. Within one ·list (department), those posse .. ing • higher seniority rating mey t!k! pd9!'ity in th! obteining of jobs ov!r th<>t! with lesser seniority roting even when not registered In the same group, sub· ject, however, to the provisions of rule .4 (C). · The following is a breakdown of the list (department) group: DECK DEPARTMENT Group I-Day Worlcera Deck Maintenance Watchman-Day Work Storekeeper Bosun Bosun's Mate Carpenter Quartermaster Able Seaman Group II-Riled Wirch Standers Car Deckman . Watchman-Standing Watchea Group Ill Ordinaries on Watch ENGINE DEPARTMENT Chief Electrician 1st, 2nd, 3rd Ref. Eng'r. 2nd Electrician Unlic. Jr. Eng'r.-Day V'fork Unlic. Jr. Eng'r.-Watch Plumber·Machinist Group i Chief Raf. Eng'r. Chief Storekaep•r Evap. Maintenance Man · Pumpman, 1 end 2 Engine Maintenance Group II Deck Engineer Engine Utility . Oiler-Die1el Oiler-Steam Waterlandar flremen·Wetertender fireman Gr1up Ill Wiper STEWARD DEPARTMENT ·Group I ($)-lated Man Chief Steward-Passenger · 2nd Steward-Passenger Steward Group 1-Ra~ed Man Chef Chief Cook Night Cook and Baker 2nd Cook end Baker Group II 2nd Cook and 3rd Cook Grou" ill Utility Messmen ,essmen G. No seaman 1hall be tendered any ob unless he 11 qualified therefor in accordance with law and can furnish, o ~demand, the appropriate documents evidencing this qualification. H, No man shall be shipped while 'unc r the influence of alcohol or drugs. I. All .seamen shipped through the ~ ion shall be given two assignment cards. One of these cards shall be given by the seaman to the head of hi1 department aboard 1hlp, the other to h is department delegate 1board ship. . J. Subject to the other rules c.o nlainlil herein, a seaman receiving 1 job ahall give up the shipping card on whic I he was shipped. t I • 3. ·Ho1pit1I C11e1 A. Notwithstanding anything to the c trary herein contained, the period of employment required during e.ach year to constitute regular shipping, ·or for the maintenance of class B or den C seniority without break; shall be reduced, ·pro rata, in accordance with th• proportion of bona fide in· and oul·pelient lime lo each calendar year. Example: If a man has been a bona fide In· and out·palient for four (4) months in one ctlendar year, the yearly employment required for seniority purposes 1hall be feduced by one·third for that year. I. A seaman who enters 1 bona fide hospital 11 1n in-patient and remains there for thirty (30) days or more, shall be entitled, lf otherwise qualified, lo receive a thirty (30) day back-dated shipping card. If. he has been such an In-patient for len than thirty (30) days, he shall be entitled, if otherwise quall· fied, lo a shipping card back-dated to the day he first entered the hospital. This rule shall not apply unless the se aman reports to the dispatcher within forty·eight (49) hours after his discharge, exclusive of Saturdays, Sunda_ys,.and holidays, and produces his hospital papers. 4. Business Hours ind Job Calls A. All Union halls shall b• open from ¥:00 MA unt il 5:00 PM. On Saturday•, the halls shall be open from 9:00 AM tolt 2:00 Noon. On Saturday afternoons, Sundays, and holiday•, the hours of business shall be determined by the port agent, upon proper notice posted on th <1• bulletin board the day before. B. Jobi shall be announced during non ·holiday week days, Including Saturday mornings, on the hour, exce pt for the 8:00 AM. .and Noon calls._ On Sllurday afternoons, Sundays, and holidays, or under exceptional cireum1tances, the job may be called out at any time after it comes In. In no cas• shall a job be called out unless II is first posted on the shipping board. C. There shall be 1 limit of eight (B) job calls In which the priority of class A and class B per>o11nel may be •exerclsed in obtaining a particular fob. · If the eighth job call doea not produce a qualified seaman possessing either e class A or class B seniority rating (in the order prescribed her..in), that seaman with • class C seniority rating, otherwise entitled under these rules, shall be selected . for the job. This rule shall not be applied so as to ca us• a vessel to sail shorthanded or late. D. The four major ports are declared I bbe New York, Baltimore, Mobile and New Orleans. In halls other thnn those therein located, if three (3) t1ll1 for 1 job do not produce • quelified seaman pou•uing 1 clau A seniority rating, the· job shall be placed in auspense, but only with respect to class A and clasa B personnel who are registered for shipping, and not .with respect. to class C personnel. The nearest• major port shall \ e immediately notified, and the 1us· pended job offered ther• for the next two (2) joio calls. A qualified clan A seaman in the major port so notified sholl have the righi to bid for these -jobs but only within the said two (2) job caUs. In the event these jobs are not 10 bid for, the mnjor port shall so hnmediately advise the notifying port. There• after that seaman with I class A or B seniority rating, otherwise entitled under these rules and registered In the notifying port, ahall be assigned the job. Thia rule shall not be applied so II to cause a vessel to oail shorthanded or late, and shall not be deemed to require any employer lo pay transportation by virtue of the transfer of the job call. The provision• of rule .4 (C) shall be 1ubordinale hereto. 5. Speci1I Preferences . A. Within each class of seniority ratin,~ seamen over fifty (50) years of age shall be preferred In obtaining jobs of fire watchmen. · I. A seaman shipped on • regular job1 :whose ship leys up less then fifteen (15) days efter the original employment 'date, 1h1ll have rHlored to him 1ha shipping card on which he WH shipped, provided· the· c1rd has not expired, C. If a ship lays up and then cells for a crew within ten (10) d1y1 after l1yup, the Hme crewmembers shill have preference, providing they are registered on th1 shipping list. Such preference shall be extended by the number of days of leyup resulting from strikes affecting the Industry generally, 9r other similar circumstances. D. A seamen with 1 clan A senioiity rating 1h1ll not be required_'lo 1hrow In for I job on the same veuel 1fter first obtaining 1 job thereon, ao long ea he . hH not been discharged for ceu11 or hH quit. I . qui C personnel with I certificate of Hlisfactory completi.;n from the · Andrew Furuseth Training .School shall be preferred over other · class C pet10nnel. f. (I) Within each class of seniority, preference for the job of Bosun shall be given lo those seamen who possess a Certificate of Recertification as Bosun from the Deck Department Recertification Program, or in the event there are no ouch recertified Bosuns available, then preference shall be given those Bosun• who either have actually s-ailed as AB for at least 36 months in the Deck Department, or have actually sailed in any capacity in the Deck Department for al' least .72 months, or, have actually soiled as Bosun for 12 months, in all cases with one or more of the companies listed in the aforementioned· Appendix A. (2) Within each 'class of seniority, preference for the ' job of chief electrician shall be given those ieomen who have actually soiled for at least 36 month• in the engine deportment, including at least 12 months as second electrician, with one or more of the companies listed in the aforementioned Appendix A. (3) Within each class of seniority, preference shall be given to those Stewards ind Third Cooks who · possess a Certificate of Recertification as Steward or Third Cook from the Stewards Deportment Recertification Program, or, In the case of a Steward, in the event there ore· no such recertified Stewards available, then preference shall be given to those Stewards who have actually oailed at least 36 months in the Stewards Deportment in th• rating above tftat of 3rd Cook, or who have actually sailed as St.eward for al least 12 months,in ell cases, with one or more of the companies listed in the aforementioned Appendix. (4) Within each clas• of seniority in the Deck Department, the Engine Department and the Steward · Department, preference shall be g iven to all Entry Ratings who are indorsed as lifebootman in the United States Merchant Marine by the United States Coast Guard. The provisions of this rule ·may 'be wa ived by the Seafarers Appeals Board in those cases where, in its judgment; undue hardship will result, or where other extenuating circumstances warra~t 1uch waiver. G. If an applicant for the Steward Department Recertification Progla.m or the Deck Deportment Recertification Program for . Bosuns is employed on a vessel in any capacity when he is called lo attend such program, such oppli• cant, after his successful completion of the respective Recertification Program, shall have the right to rejoin his vessel in the same capacity on its first arrival In 11 port of ·paypff within the continental limih of the United States. H. The contracting companies recognize that the aforementioned preferences shall 'obtain notwithstanding any other provision lo the contrary contained in these rules. 6. Standby Jobs Standby jobs shall be shipped in rotation, within . each class rating. No standby shall be permitte~ to take a regular' job on the unlen he returns to the hall and throws in .for the regular job. shipping card shall be returned to the standby when he reports dispatcher unlen It hH expired In lho interim, of seniority same .veuel . His original bock to the 7. Relief (I) Except fot Reeertific:ation, when an ~mployed seaman wants !lme off and secures permission to do so, .he shall coll the hall and secure a relief: No reliefs shall be furnished for less than four (4) hours or more than three (3J: days. The one asking for time off shall be responsible for paying the relief al the regular qverlime rate. Reliefs shall be shipped in the same manner as a standby. This rule shall not apply when replacements are not required by the head of the department concerned. . (2) · Any employed seaman who haa been called to @!lend the Steward Department Recertification Program or the Deck . Deportment Recertification Program for Bosuns may be temporarily replaced by a relief man until hi1 successful completion of the respective Recertification Program; The registra• tion card of any such relief man shall remain valid during such relief assign• men! unless ii expires because of the passage of tinie. ·8. ·Promotions or Transfers Aboard Ship No seaman shipped u'nder these rules shall accept ·a promotion or transf•r aboard ship unless there is no time or opportunity .to dispatch the required man from the Union hall, 9. Ch1nge in Seniority A. Unless otherwise specifically entitled thereto by these rules; all those who possess a class B seniority rating shall be entitled lo a class A seniority· rating eight (9) Y.Hrs after they commenced 10 ship regularly with the companiea set forth ln Appendix A, provided they maintain their class B seniority without break. B. All those who possess a class C seniority rating shall be entitled to • class B seniority rating two (2) yeara after they commenced to ship regularly with the companies set forth in Appendix · A, provi'ded 1hey maintain ·their class c seniority rating without break. . ' C. Shipping w ith one or more of the companies set forth in Appendix A for at least ninety (90) days each ·calendar year is necessary lo maintain without break a clan B or class C seniority rating, subject, however, lo rule 3 (A), Thi1 latter provision ahall not oper1t• so as to reduce 1ny seaman's aenlorlty · If the requirements therein were not met during the first calendar year In which th• Haman commenced 10 ahip but, If not me1, th• oaid calendar yHr ahall not be counted in1of1r as seniority upgreding Is concerned; D. Th• oame pro11isloni as to. military service 11 era contained In rule 1 (8) 1hall be 1nalogou1ly •i>plicable here. E. In cases where 1 seaman'• 1hlpping employment has been Interrupted because of circ:umstanc11 beyond his control, thereby preventing the eccumu· lotion of sufficient seatima to attain eligibility for a higher seniority rating, the Seafarers Appeala Board m1y, In Its sole discretion, grant him such total or pnrtial seniority credit for th• time lost, as, again in its sole discretion, lt · 'considers warranted In. order fo prevent undue hardship. For purposes of Board· procedures, whether 1 matter presented to the Seafarers Appeals Boord Is 1n appeal as a · result of a dispute over shipping· or senior ity rights, ·or is ·an appeal for the exercise of the Board's discretion, shall be initially determined by the Chairman, who shall thereupon take such admin istrative step' as are appropriate in connection wi1h this ~eterminafion, subject, however, to overruling by the body hearing the matter. If the Chair• mon i• overruled, the matter shall. be deemed to be a dispute appeal, or 1 discret ionary maller, in accordance with the determination· of the S<1id body, and ii shall thereupon be subject .to disposition under the rules corresponding lo the type of case it hos thu, been determined to be. The applicant shall, at his election, have a right to be heard in ·person, but only at the place where the Seafarers · Appeals Board is meeting to consider the same. The Chairman shall insure that the applicant shall receive fair notice thereof. 10. Discipline A. The Union, although under no indemnity 'obligation; will not ship drunks, dope add icts, and others whose ·presence aboard ship would con.,itule a menace or nuisance to the safety and health of the crew. Anyone claiming ·a wrongful refusal lo 1hip may .appeal 10· the Seafarers Appeals· Boord; .which shall be • board of four (4); two (2)'to be selected by the Union, and two (2) by that negotiating commiitee; representing Employers, known and commonly referred to as the Management · Negotiating Commillee. · This Board shall name a Hearing Commillee of .two (2) to sit in the port where the refusal to - ship takes place, if practicable, and, if not, al the nearest available port where it is practicable. This (alter Commit'tee shall arrange for a prompt and fair hearing wit h ·proper notice, a.nd shall arrive at a decision, unanimously, to be binding and final. If a unanimous decision · cannot be reached, an appeal shall be taken to the Seafarers Appeala Boord. Where a specific company is involved in the dispute, a 'representative thereof must be appointed to the Commillee by the Board unless waived by the said company. B. Where a seamer!. deliberately foils or refuses to join his ship, or is guilty of misconduct or neglect of .duty aboard ship, he may lose his shipping card for up to thirty (30) days; For a second offense, he may lose his card up to sixty (60) days. In especially aevere cases, or in case of a third offense, he may lose his shipping card · permanently. Before a seaman may. lose his ship· ping card under this .sub·p.aragraph B, a complain I shall be filed, by either the Union or an Employer; vyith the Chairman of. the Board, who shall thereupon name a Hearing Commiltee,which Committee shall arrange for a prompt and fair hearing thereon, with proper notice. The manner of appointment of the Hearing Committee, and the procedures to be followed by it, shall be those specified in the last paragraph of section 9 (E) and section 10 of these rules and, without limit! ng the effect of any other provis ion in these rul~s; h e~ring~ may be conducted, and decisions reached, whether or not the seaman is present. Pend ing the hearing and decision, the seaman may register and ship in accordance with his approp'riale seniority and registration status. Appeals · from dec isions of .the. Hearing Committee may be taken lo the Board, and shall be mailed by the seaman to the Board within fifteen (1 SJ days after wrillen notification of the Committee's decision. The Board shall have the power to extend this time for good cause: ~uch appeals ohall be heard by the Board at the next regular meeting after_receipl thereof, provided the appeal has been re,eived in sufficient timft for thg llnard to oive five (5) dO\'l' notic!l of th• meeting lo the seaman of the time and place of t he meeting. Pending any appeal or decision !heron by the Board, the decision of the Hearing Commille• shall be effective. C. The Board of four (4) shall be a permnnent body, and each member shl \ have an alternate. The selection of the alternates, ari,d the removal of membef\\ or alternates shall be let forth in the agreements signed by the Union and the Employers. Members of the Board may serve on a Hearing Commillee, subject to sub'·paragraph A. The Board shall act only . if there participates at least one Union member and one Employer member, while the collecti ve strength of each group sha ll be. the 1ame, regardless of the actual number in attendance. The ·decisions of the Board ahalr be by unanimous vote, and shall be final and binding, except that, In the event of a tie, the Board shall select an impartial fifth member to resolve the particular issue involved, in which case, e majority vote shall then be final and binding. Where no agreement can be reached as to the identity of the flfth member, 1pplication therefor shall be made to the American Arbiiration Anociation, and its rules •hall then be followed in reaching a decision. D. All disputes over seniority, and transportation disputes arising out of seniority rule applications, ahall be dealt with ih the same manner as disputes over shipping rights. E. II is the obligation of the one aggrieved to initiate action. No particular form is necessary, except that the complaint must be in writing, set out the facts. in sufficient detail to properly identify the condition complained of, and be addressed to 'the Seafarers Appeals Board, 17 Battery Place,' Suite 1930, New York -4, N. Y. 11. Amendments These rult1, Including tenlorlty classifications end . requlren\ents, may be emended at any time, In 1ccordanca with law, conlrilcls between the Union encl ihe employers, ind to the extent permitted by few and contract, 11 afore· teid,, by the Se1fer1r1 Appeal• BOlrd. · �I~ • r. Pal'e ;. ' l'earte. TOKYO CHOLERA FEAR HOLDS LINERS r-&:m 4 ' -· ~ FISBBRMA TOKYO-Stymied by the zealo~ tactica of health officials here, American and other foreign passenger ship operators are threatening to halt all calls of their liners at Japanese ports until the nation's current cholera scare has paS&ed. . Japanese health officials have been demanding the ex- operators still question why only affected" than the area adjoln!ne amination of all passengers seaports are restricted and not air- the airport on J'ormosa, Japanese and crews aboard incoming ships from both Hong Kong and the Philippines, often causing lengthy delays. The liner President Cleveland, manned by the SIU Pacific District, was denied permission to tie up at Kobe until after 800 passen-· gers were forced to take cholera tests. A 30-hour delay was caused, despite the tact that all passengers had anti-cholera v a cc i n a t i on certificates. Liner operators are particularly annoyed at the fact that airline passengers are not delayed. One company spokesman hinted that this could be due to the fact that Japan has a national airline but no passenger liners. If the boycott goes into effect the lines would be hit hard financially. However, they said Japan would suffer a greater economic loss. Japanese quarantine officials admit that the cholera situation is a "delicate" one. But shipping Suzanne In Suez Area Collision The Suzanne (Bull) ls at Todd's shipyard in Brooklyn for repairs after being damaged in a collfsion with the British vessel Dartmoor. The mishap occurred when the Suzanne was five days out of Bornbay bound for Montreal. Damage to both ships was exiensive. The British Dartmoor had her bows crushed backwards about 20 feet; and the Suzanne rec~ived a long gash above and below the waterline on the port side, flooding the No. 4 hold. No serious injuries were reported involving SIU crewmen. Damage 'to the Suzanne was estimated at about $200,000, after both vessels put into Aden for repairs. The British vessel was bound for Madras from . Casablanca at the time. Another SIU ship, the Keva Ideal (Keva), recently put food aboard the British ship Caymania, which had earlier sent out a message that she was sinking north of Cristobal. The Keva Ideal offered the Britlsher a tow, but the Caymania's master turned him down, and made it to port on his own. ~ ~.',)J ,, ;.''.i line centers. Only Formosan air passengers are tested "Jn a limited way," accordine to news reports. The restrictions on vessels are due to the fact that the Taipei seaport area "18 more dangerously and .· CANNERY WORKB·R Boston Boats Unload Catch offlciall contend. The passenger carriers do not object to efforts to control the disease but feel that quarantine personnel have been "insensitive" and have embarrassed foreign shipping lines. s:ru· SA.PBTY DBPAaTMENT Joe Aldna, Safety Director Keeping A Fire From Spreadi'1g _ No matter where you are, at home or aboard ·ship, one of the· most important things ·to know ls how to confine a ftre to the smallest possible area and prevent It from spreading to other areas. This can be accomplished by knowing the details of construction as well as fire safety practices, one being of no use without the other. An underThe busy scene above was standing of the ways Jn Which heat is trasmitted can be of great help taken at the Boston FishinCJ in taking the necessary steps to prevent a fire from spreading. Pier where the fishing Heat is transmitted by three methods: Conduction, convection and boats Swallow and Racer. radiation, each of these being factors in the spreading of fire.t In addition, fire can be spread by contact of fuel with .t he fire itself. were unloading their catch. A look at the various means of heat transferral .ls basic to the whole A hectic time wa~ had by problem. both men and fish. The Contact. It's a familiar fact that when a flammable or combustible vessels · are manned by material is brought into contact with flame It will catch fire If the members of the SIU-affilicontact is maintained long enough. In this connection, It ls important ated Atlantic Fishermen's to arrange for the storage of all combustible materials in such a way KODIAK - Japanese fishing Union. that they are far removed from any source of heat. Combustibles often are continuing to ata.y clear fleets take the form of wastes or rubbish that is allowed to accumulate close to fire or heat sources. For this reason the accumulation of oll- of Shelikof Strait within a line soaked rags is always something to+ drawn between Cape Ikolik and be avoided. They provide very gases which develop in a fire are the Kilokak Rocks after the seizpushed up through any vertical ure las.t April of two of their b!>ats good fuel for a fire. Conduction. This is the means~ opening and can set the stage for and the arrests of their captains. ·by which heat passes through sol- the · rapid spt-ead of a fire. In the '. The Japanese captains obtained ids. Metal is considered one of.the same manner as the furnace, the · their releases In return for an best conductors of heat, although hotter the fire Js ori the lower agreement to · stay out of an area most substances vary considerably floors or decks, the greater ls the three miles seaward of a .baseline SAN PEDRO-SIUNA fishermen .in their ability to transfer heat to upward push of the hot gases. · drlwn from the outer . points of lo this area converged last month other materials. Wood, glass, potRadiation. By nature, heat rays Barren Islands, lyine between f h tery and asbestos are considered travel in a straight line and are Afognak Island and Kenai Pent'n- or t e Port of Los A:n~eles· Fishvery poor conductors and fall into not absorbed to any great degree sula, in addition- to other islands ermen's fiesta, which w~s ~eld as a the category of insulators. As by the air or by a transparent sub- and ~apes. tribute to· tbe Important role flshthere. are no perfect insulators stance like glass. They are abThe . proscribed areas don't' in~ erme~ . play. in . the port economy. against heat, all substances con- sm;bed by any opaque substance c~ude all waters claimed .by the Running over the Labor ·Da~ duct heat to some extent. When they run into,. .such 81 a dark, .state · of . Alaska,, according to a . weekend, .tJte fiesta -featured a the heat continues long enough, it solid, non-transparent object:" For ·m ember . of the Alaska Fish am;I c'ross-sec.tioµ of entertainment ,t hat will bypass the insulator and be example, heat which is radiated by Game Co~mission, but the need included a competition · .fn· fishing conducted by the solid itself. a hot stove, would not be absorbed for ·even a partial claim was made .sk.flls bet\\'.e~~ the descendant.I of Convection . . Currents are often by the air it "travels through, but' .necessary by the Intrusion of the· old world fis~ermen of .slx natioDJ, evident in ftuid1, namely liquids would be absorbed bv a wall. Japanese· vessels. folk dancers performing in their . and gases. An excellent example The principle of - radi~ti~~ fs · . Tblriy-Flv V la see native · attire, t~teriiatloiiil tOOd of convection currents in water is very important tn checking the· e eue ~ booths, ga~es of still plus a boat th~ ordinary self-circulating hot- spread of fire because the amount At the time of the spokesman's parade. The fishing boats. were . water furnace. When the water in of heat coming fr~m a heat source, comment, 30 Soviet fishing vessels. decked ou't as multi-colored .floats the furnace is heated, it expands such as a stove or boiler, increases and flve factory-ships were ob- depleting '.f airyland scenes .for the and becomes lighte..- than the cold with every increase in the tem- served fishing southwest of Ko- benefit · of the many children who water in the radiators. Due to its perature around it. In other dlak Island, raisin1 speculation attended the celebration. heavier weight, the cold water is words, the greater distance the .. that a Soviet-Amertc~n dispute The spectacle is considered on• then able to move downward and stove is away from a bulkhead, the over what constltutea territorial of Southern CalUornla's outstandpush the lighter hot water up into less chance there ls of a fire waters might not be far over the Ing fall attractions each year lt'1 the radiators. starting. horizon. been held. . Convection currents play an imKnowledge of these four ways port~nt role in fires aa the hot in which heat moves about can help prevent the spread of a fire beyond its stai:ting point. However, it should be remembered that fire safety practices must be combined with this knowledge, as a lack of one makes the other useWASHINGTON-A House subcommittee has brushed aside less. ·the protest$ ·? f S~ate Department officials and unanimously' Japan's Boats Avoid Alaska~ Soviets Next? San Pedro Fisherme·n Hold· Fete House Group For ·s almon Ban To ·Aid Fishermen (Comments and suggestions are i nvited b11 thia department and can be submitted - to this ·column in care of the SEAFARERS ~OG.) ~.. Photo taken by .second mate shows damage to the Suzanne (Bull) f~~m collision with British vessel a few hours past Aden en route fo Suez:. Artchor of the British-flag Dartmoor ca:Ughf close to No • . 4 ,bold aJld pe~led plates like sardine can. The Dart.moor also required extensive repairs as a re·sult of the mishap~ · '· ··· · Re9lster Vote ~~d ' ir:ryour cornmul'l~fy l.: ~ approved legislation. that will put a possible ban on all im-· ports of canned salmon f r o m + - - - - - - - - - - - - Japan. · grounds in the North Atlantic were The Fish and Wildlife Con- recently invaded by the Japanese' servation subcommittee has recommended passage of the. bill, pro.p osed by R!!p. Thomas M. Pelley of Washington: -It advocates barring imports from any country whose fishermen use nets to catch mi~ grating salmon in the North Pacific. In putting its okay on the proposal, the House group ignored a: · strongly-worded warning from As$istant Secretary of State Averell .Harriman that the ban on salmQn i~ports m•ght damage. .o ur ·relations with that country. "' Trai:lltion.a l , ·American . f tshiog when they sent ·their first trawl~r• . the No. 2 Aol Maru oC the Apl Fisheries of Tokyo into international waters off the New England ' Coast. The move was occasfoned by the imposition of a i2-mile. · limit by many of the newly-iride- · pendent African nations along wi'th . the depletion of fishing resources off Australia and New Zealand, .· . Russian fishing trawlers have .been . in New Ei;igland fisqing . waters foe q-:.lite some time., using ,; outsized .fisping .gear to make their C!l~t.:q~ • . lln.d .i~ dirt;ct coQ,tra.v..eqtio.n· with in{e'rnatlonal fisht.ng. laws,, �.. THB SIU . XNDUSTRIAL 'W"ORKBR Computer manufacturers, who claim to solve all sortS of problems for others through automation, are now facing a big problem themselves and poetically, it's one of their own making. + What do you do with old, computer-brained robot which it1 second-hand computers? manufacturer claims defies "obso- Union-\Label Drive Readied By U IW The union label program of the United Industrial Workers took a big forward step this month with the formal publication of the proposed UIW label design by the New York State Department of Labor.- Registration with the New York mark." It oan then be ~ttached to labor agency will be followed all ~pes of products and manushortly by similar registration with the Union Label Trades Depart:qient of the AFL-CIO. Registration form a 11 t I es are necl88ary to establish clear legal rJght to the proposed UIW "trade- 11101. 111.LIBEL ~· SEI f 11 E11 '-' llTEllATIOIAL . I 11101 If IOITI AIEllCl uu•I .Facsimile of proposed UIW union label ts almost twice Its actual size. factured items turned out by UIW members in New York shops and, ultimately, on goods made all over the country in UIW-contracted plants. The label will clearly stamp all such producta u "union-made" under union 1tandard1 and working conditions. Adoption of a union label has long been a goal of the UIW-SIU to further memberahlp recognition throughout the industrial field. The label also will aerve to identify UIW-made products to members of other unions who sell, service or install the hundreds of items produced Jn plants under UIW contracl. A facsimile of the label design Is pictured here Jn enlarged size lo that UIW members and other union members cal\ become famtllar with Jt. The registry with the Department of Labor in New York and with the official Union Label Trades Department of the AFL010 Js expected to be ooml>leted within a short time. Once this Js done, arrangements wJll be made with New York area shops to have the labels put on all items turned out in these plants. UIW Wins A Solid Vote, Contract In Norfolk Shop NORFOLK-Climaxing an impressive victory Iu an electiol} conducted by the National Labor Relations Board, the srµ United Industrial Worker~ has signed a first-time .contfact covering over 100 ~!11· ployees of the Aluminum Ma- dr.ive at the company, 20 employterials Corporaiton here. The ees were fired for union aotlvitles, wi,n was by a 36-20 count :ln recent but have 1tnoe been reinstated. NLRB .balloting. ' A new two-year agreement providea for a substantial wage Jn~rease, paid holidays and vacation; full job security and seniority provisions, and complete UIW . welfare coverage for all workers at the plant. The pact calls for an immediate average wage increase of ten cents an hour. Additional raises due next March will hike the average wage in the plant some 32 cents an hour in less than a year· Other benefits include a full week's paid vacation, six paid double time holidays, double time for Sunday work and time and a half for Saturday. Employees at the plant will also be . entitled to two ten-minute rest periods each day in addition to their regular lunch hour. Numerous other improvements in sanitary and safety conditions at the plant have been made Jn addition to upgrading of general working conditions. The 102 employees at the plant who overwhelmingly ratified the contract are entitled to full cov• erage under the UIW Welfare Plan. AlurnJinum Materials wn.I pay all costs of health and welfare benefits for UIW members and their families. During tht:; successful org.anlzinlt The union gained a lump payment of $1500 from the company to cover wages lost during this period. Aluminum Materials Js engaged In the manufacture of aluminum storm windows and doora for home and industrial use. It is the ·largest manufacturer of home aluminum accessories · Jn the Norfolk area. Pictured In the SIU hall at the time his lest book was published, Seafarer Dave Garrity has a ne'."' one out. Seafarer Has 2nd Thriller Now On Sale .. Seafarer Dave Garrity, who concentrates mostly on his writing nowadays, has another book on the stands. This one is called "Cry Me A Killer." Garrity writes Jn the tough, Mickey Spillane tradition. His. first book, "Kiss Off the Dead," hit the stands in 1960. The new book is about a policeman who murders a mobster for the love of a woman. It continues in the tough style of his first fulllength publishing effort and should offer enough vicarious action for anyone. Garrity started turning out short detective stories for magazines while shipping as a member of the SIU deck department some years back. "Cry Me A Killer" is distributed by Fawcett Publications, New York, under the "Gold Medal Book" label Jn a pocket-size edition. :.:-;..:·:··· ttf.}:J;~~t3ttr.~tfrll~~~:fi~~~~Wftlmttli~~-Mtfi~~~~ig}f#:Ei~&WWJ5:~tJ@tdfaiffrifM:ttf~~l!:fl%01~Jfl@=:t::i!ft.i~iftiiMMtJ2!~ OU, Chemical & Atomic Workers Local 8-74 is fighting attempts by the Koppers Company, at its Kobuta plastics plant 80 miles downstream from Pittsburgh, to upset the union agreement and cancel out health and welfare benefits without notice. The company has uUlized imported strikebreakers and supervisors to keep its plants in operation. The union and Individual members picke~ed the Koppers dock by boat in some instances until shots from i;hore forced cancellation of the water picketing. +-------------------------------- ·5·~;n;·· c,1 the new Ui'Vl'~'~mbers at the Aluminum aterials In Norfolk are shown with sign proclatmtng their support of union after voting results were announc~d. Over I00 workers a~e emp_loy_ed In the shop.• p~an.t Unlike a man, whose working life 11 about 415 years, computers which can cost over $600,000 each are old and ready for a pension in perhaps five years. Since most computers are leased instead of sold outright they find their way home again like old hound dogs. Sooner or later the computer manufacturer will find himself with a lot full of second-hand thinking machines on his hands, all standing around, muttering to themselves. They still work, after a fashion. But they aren't new nor useful any longer. Senior Citizens They're slow compared to the new machines, and crotchety. After only five years they need more maintenance and draw more current than the new transistorized jobs which may be out there on the lot in a few more years also. The older equipment likewise takes · up more space and often requires extensive air-conditioning before it will operate properly. One solution is to sell them, like used cars, to businesses which can't afford new ones. But in this world you get nothing for nothing, and computer makers are realizing that when you sell someone a used machine you're not going to sell him a new, more costly one. Their business Js, after all, sell1ng new machines. Complicating the problem still further is the terrific rate at which the new machines are coming out. One of the latest gimmicks is a The Brooklyn Metal Trades Council has won exclusive bargaining representation for a unit of approximately ll;OOO New York Naval Shipyard employees. The union victory makes the New York yard the first naval 1nstal1ation to grant exclusive bargaining rights under a Presidential order providing for union recognition in Government installations , . , A threeyear contract covering 18,000 carpenters in the San Francisco Bay area has been signed by the District Council of Carpenters after ratification by 18 union locals. ' t t t A labor-backed ordinance restricting the use of strikebreakers has been approved by the Akron, Ohio, City Council and signed by Mayor Erickson. Similar to antietrikebreaking measures enacted by a number of cities and states, it was introduced by Councilman Joe Costello, a member of Local 182 of the International Typographical Union , • • Threats by Burlington Industries to close a mill Jf a union won an election have led, for the third time in a little over a year, to a petition by the Textile Workers Union of America asking the NLRB to set aside the results of the voting. The TWUA charged that management interference made a fair election at Burlington's Vinton, Va., weaving mill impossible. Supervisors openly hinted to every worker about the chance of the mill closing. lescence." It won't grow old so fast, it ls said, because it can learn to do hundreds of industrill jobs. It can do any repetitive task anci repeat it day after day, they claim. The problem of the aged oo~· puters will grow as more and more new models hit the market. Perhaps eventually they can solv• the problem by simply hooking an the old machines together and letting them figure it out for themselves. A-Powered Ship Beacon Off Florida BALTIMORE-The world's first nuclear-powered navigational beacon is enroute to a spot off th• coast of Florida where it will be anchored 2,500 fathoms below for a two-year test. The device, built by the Martin Company's Nuclear Division here, will be located about 700 miles east of Jacksonville. It was built under contract to the Atomic Energy Commission for the Navy. Its simple, long-lived generator will be used to navigate naval ships engaged in oceanographic research during a two-year testbig program. The Navy expects that ships using the underwater beacon will be able to return to the same exact location in the ocean repeatedly and to navigate with specific reference to the beacon. Electrical Package Components for the beacon, In· cluding the electrical package, provide an energy storage system for the generator, pressure housing for electronic equipment, and a pressUl'e-resistant buoyancy tank to float the sound package just above the ocean bottom. The generator portion of the new device is identical to one installed in another navigational aid, the Coast Guard's prototype atomic · light buoy, last December. For deep-sea use, the generator will be encas d in an eight-inchthick cast iron shell. This is to prev'e nt external radiation from the strontium-90 fuel and protect the entire system from water pressure. According to all reports, the operation of the beacon will not 'endanger marine life. Its strontium fuel is made from a waste product of nuclear reactors. Japanese Export Scotch-Like Brew SAN FRANCISCO-A "Japanese on the Rocks" may one day be a popular beverage here in the States if an Osaka firm has its way. The Kotobukiya distillery is the first Japanese company to have its whisky approved for US hnport. '11he firm's "Suntory" whisky, which will be distributed ln this country by a Philadelphia importer, is described as a "light-tasting, scotch-like whisky pleasingly similar to Scotland's bestknown beverage." The US is the biggest consumer of Scotch whisky today. m~~~~~ .~~~~~~~~~~ �,. Ship Aili Spurs Greek Fie.et- ·.· s·x v MB.J>:l:CAL DBPARTMBNT. ., ATHENS-Greece would have the world'• third largest merchant marine if all Greekowned tonnage were registered here, but. the 'rush of ships I?ack to the flig, begun in 1958,..._ . - - - - - - -..- - - - - - - - - - has tapered off. + · Joeeph B. Lo&ue, MD, Medic.I Director A seven-year tax exemp- New· Yort insists It was only under Liberian ~gtstry, plua about . a mllllon tona each in Panama, B•- Stlnos Can Kiii In A Hurry ti on n new ships has been 100,000. Whoever la right, this year's l.ebanon and other foreign regi&vv • the main appeal to s1?-ipo:n~ flow is far slower than in the 1959- tries. Although the return of the A recent newspaper article told the story of two men who went fish· ers who had been streammg ac '60 period, which saw a 'switch ~ Greek runaways h apparenUy Ing. One of the men aat on a decayed log, the log broke, and out came ° . . to the Greek flag in the ?ast. The extent of th.e switch .durm~ the first half of this year from Li berian to Greek flag is a big 1.point of contention be.tween ~!:~ e!a;! the- two countries. G 400 000 . t he tonnage switch was . Lib . maritime office' Jn' the erian Greek-owned ships from Liberia to Greece amounting to three million tons. Authorities here claim to have 7 .1 million tons in the Greek-fi~g fleet of 1,250 ships, besides 3.8 million in Greek-owned t onnag£ - slowing up, Greece's merc:hant marine la still well over tlve times its 1955 tevet It was- about even up with the number of US-fl~ ships at the end of 1961, but currently claims to have 30_. percent more. ~. o a swarm of beea from a neat inside the 101. The man -was severely stung. He called hla flshlni partn'er, who QU4C1klY realized the man w~ acutely m,' got him into his car, and .b eaded for the near~st doctor. 1'7 .mllel awq. ~When he arrived-at the Jioctor'a office, his flahing com~ panie>n w~ pron~u~~d : dead.· ~~Isolated caaen? ~oil _ , ' ~ :; -::: Many automoblle··accfdents . a~ known to· be ·caused by atlns . of --· • · - __""h · 1 in the·' d r i verso· · th ' 'a t · h e 1oues • con - ·tro · 1 u& .J ·a bee or_wasp .1. e .s~ , i ~tuns His c(lr, .and an .acctdent occQrs. wh.i eh ·o,ten, cause~ the dea~h.. ~f ~-• driver or Its' accupailts. Often these cases are not re.cognized by the the ~-·· · .."·.· ,SJ:B"UVSLOLcE ·. J:ALT:I . NS .·BEO :. QA~RRDJ:T_Y . '......._. o :!'!'ti!c~ra~~'tt:~~o".·:'e~~ ·~~t~~~/~~ ·~-wasps ~~n~a:;eo:'t~~fi~~:!~~~t. 0 t75PHS BOSPfl'AL GALVESTON, TEXAS Edwin Ainsworth Rob~rt o·Jll~ll John Alstatt Joseph Bevill Charles Burns John Rawu Edward Boyd Boward , Ross Isham Beard Arthur Sigler Henry Johnson Francis Sulllvan Charles. Lambert Warre.n Smith August Mussman Albert Mathisen Jeremiah McCarthy Ulner . Richardson Robert Nelson Pleas Martin USPHS HOSPITAL NORFOLK, VIRGINIA Carl Francum James Mark• Charles Guinn Daniel Nelson Talmadge Johnson Sydney Jllelaon Ernest Lane USPHS HOSPITAL SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. Paul Arthofer Waldo Oliver Richard Cavanaugh Alexander. Potorskl Michael Curry George Richardson Charles Hippard · Milton Reeves Theodore Katroll Viggo Sorensen Cesare Mezzal'oma David Taylor Andrew Mir Lloyd Thomas USPHS HOSPITAL STATEN ISLAND , NEW !ORK Claudio Anavitate .John Martm John Andringa John Masters Conway Beard Kenneth Moore William Bergquist Dan Munroe Ag ustin Calderon Oliver Myers Arthur Campbell Joseph Jllagy Antonio Carrano Mikade Olenchik Florian Clarke Fred Peterson William Connolly Eugene ~Jahn Diego Cordero Jose Qu1!11era Victoriano Domingo Arlen Q';'mn Rich ard Donaldson Jan Ram Charles · Dougherty John Reilly R . Garcia John Roschefsky E. C:en-ogiannis Richard Ryan Joseph Gillard Andres Sa'!'chez James Graham George Sliumaker Wilfred Grant B. Skorobogaty Daniel Gorman Thomas Smith Martin Hammond Erich Sommer Leif Hope Edward Taylor o~kar . Kaelep William Turner D Kambanos John UILI B~rnard T.and08 Paul Warhola / Lesko- Mlch~e1 w. Wleromieu . . William Loga~ Robert Walker. George Lum · WOllam Williams John MitlVlelnt Nleholll• Yaclshyn USPHB HOSPITAL SEATl'LE. W ASHJNGTON Frank o. Alrey Earl B. C. Poe George Brady Marrin Prisamente Allen Cooper Robert. Stubbert Marvin Firmin Henry Welt Jay Jackson USPHS HOSPITAL NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA Samuel Bailey · ~enneth MacKenZie Daniel Brister Lula Malta - · Roderick Brooks Norman McDaniel Tim brown William McKay A Caraglorgio Clarence McMullln H~rman Car&On Robert McJllatt George Champlin Alexander ~artln Virgil Coash Demetrlos lliofas Ernest Cochran Victor Miorana Enrique Connor Roslndo Mora Harold Crane Lito Moralles Thomas Dalley Christopher Moser Charles Dowling Richard Pardo John Dunlap Harry Peeler Harry Emmett James Phillips William Fox Giibert Piersall Eugene Gallaspy Santos Ramos . Needem Galloway James Rankin Samu.el Ginsberg Calvin Rome James Glisson Robert R\ldolph John Guidry Aubrey Sargent Carle Harris Louis Schremp Charles Hickox Ralph Shrots~ Julian· Hickox Lawrence Smith Walter House Richard Stewart Robert James John Talbot George John&on Lloyd Turnage John Johnson Joseph Vanacour Leonard Kay Francia Wall William Kennedy Roland Wilc?x Tinennan Lee Eugene Williams Percy Libby Chambers Wlnske1 Sarafin Lopez Joseph Whalen USPHS HOSPITAL ·BRIGHTON, MASS. :Hanley Knafllch Charles Robinson USPHS HOSPITAL SA VANNAH, GEORGIA Donald Hampton John Morris . Percy Lee WUliam Sblerlinl Physical E-x ams-All SIU Clinics July, 1962 Seamen Port Baltimol'.e • • . . . . . . . . . . • 107 Houston . . • . . . . . . . . • • • 123 · Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . • . • 69 New Orleans .........• 261 Wives 11 17 Children TOTAL 134 16 19 159 New York ...... · · · · • · 380 · Philadelphia • • • • • · · • • • • 35 11 16 26 1 22 28 27 4 102 . 305 433 40 , 975 82 116 TOTAL •.• • ••••••••••• 1173 s·1u B·lood Bank Inventory August, 1962 Previous Port Balance Boston ... . ...... · ... · · · · 7 1 New York ... · · · · ·. · · · · · · 40 h Philadelphia .............. 112 Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . 591h Norfolk ........... · .. · · · 15 Jacksonville ..... . ....... 42 Tampa .. ........ · · · · · · • · 6 Mobile .. ............ · • · · 17 New Orleans .... . . . . .. • · 26 Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 421h WHmington . . . . . . . . . • • . . 4 San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Seattle ... .. ..... ...... •. · 15 TOTAL .......... . 390lh , I Pints Credited 0 19 2 41h 0 0 0 20 0 211h 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 5Z 96 f' o I• __:. ~-~E.MBERSI . . E\IE~ll'G ~.·: NEH> IN 5'4 GEAR· SIU Welfare, Vacation Plans Paid-July~ 1962 TOTAL CLAIMS AMOUNT PAID ON HAND 7,154 $ 26,135.50 Hospital Benefits (Welfare) •••• 7 16 34,475.70 Death Benefits (Welfare) .••••• 361h 311 46,636.75 Disability Benefits ·{ Welfare) ••• 65 60 27 5,'400.00 Maternity Benefits (Welfare) ••• 15 391 44,062.19 Dependents Benefits (Welfare) •• 42 355 3,868.88 Optical Benefits (Welfare) ••.••• 6 9,766 56,825.00 Outpatient Benefits (Welfare) •• 17 0 0 USPHS HOSPITAL CHICAGO, ILLINc:>IS August Princen William Thomp1on US SOLDIERS HOME W.ASIUNGTON, DC Wm. H. Thomson USPRS HOSPITAL FORT WORTH.TEXAS Gerald Algernon Thomas Lehay Sidney Anderson Arthur Madsen BenJamlng Deibler Max · Olson Isaac Duncan John Sutherland Abe Gordon Willie A. Young Sanford Kemp Bozo ~- Zelenelc SAU..ORS SNUG BARBOR STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK Henning Bjork Tb1>mas Isak.sen Alberto Gutierres Wllllam D. Kenny for SIU. Cash Benefits Pints Used 0 23 49 4 0 0 Joseph Williams Andrew Sproul Harold Will USPHS HOSPITAL BALTIMORE, MARYLAND William Barber Waltoh· Hudson Gorham Bowdre Lars Johansen Ralph Bradshaw Blenvenido Ledo Donald Brooks William Lang Chas. Creockett Jose Lopez John Davis Roy Newbury Anthony Ferrer 'l'homas. Riley E. Gherman K. Rynklewlcz Charles Graham James Shipley Everett Hodces Joseph Wllaszak Keith Hubbard • CULLEN STATE HOSPITAL CULLEN, MARYLAND Henry Gawkoskl Marl:o Calgaro MOUNT WILSON STATE .HOSPITAL MOUNT Wll.SON, MARYLAND George Lesnansky James s ·woboda John Mullen VA HOSPlT AL BALTIMORE, MARYLAND Donald Eyestone VA HOSPITAL WEST ROXBURY, MASS. Raymond Arsenault VA HOSPITAL KERRVll.LE, TEXAS Wlllard T. Cahill PINE CREST HA VEN COVINGTON, LOUISIANA Frank Martin . VA HOSPITAL ·BILOXI, MISSISSIPPI Frank Ray 'or' In the tropics 'wh~re ·cars . are OPen, and and bt!es are '~ufiC. the- newcomer -ii warned about the possiblltty of the ' bee-' sting, · and when driving adrhorhshed to hold· t!ie rwh-e~l and itay o_n the road' "Until the car h '1t-0pped. , ·· . · ·· The tenia ' "bee" or "wasp" .. 'Uie aaaal . la7man dffCriptlon of. the whole wasp family; winch lncludes· yellow jackets and hornetS so th.1t - - ·· · , · when a per8oir ts atuni, the sh.ock la so great (hat· he Is unable· to type should see theif'physician bedifferentiate ~e type. . . .cause this . type shows a high The seriousness of th·e sting of sensitivity, ~nd c.ould d.evelop . the wasps, hornets and yellow Jackets, third type .11hould they be stung. la not usually appreciated. They Patlenb, aufferlnc from lnsec& may cause serious Illness, hospital- sti.lig reaction should be treated as izatlon and even death from ·true emergencies. In the t~ird .or anophylactic shock. severe type, of reaction, b:eatment Hymenoptera <wasp family) kill consists of establishing free air more people e'ach year than . passage, ox)'gen and artlftdal respisnakes, spiders and scorpions. ·Ac- ration when . indicated. This should cording to reports in the "Navy be 'followed .as soon as possible by Medical Newsletter," 40 percent of' one· of the an~i-histamines, -calcium the 215 deaths from venomous lactate and supportive treatment, animals repQrted in the US froni and usually some form of steroid 1950-1954 were caused by the therapy according to publication wasp family. "Venoms No. 44." · There are thousands of species Prophylaxis antigen should conof wasps in the United States, but sist of a mixtur.e of "bee, wasp~ it is not ·known which species yellow jacket and horhet" extract cause the most severe· reaction In according to Foubert and Stiers. ' Control effort should be di~ man. The victim usually does ·not distinguish the species. Hornets rected towards treatment of tlie and yellow jackets are probably wasp nest and surrounding areas the ones most frequently involved. with various pesticides; also rapid The honey 'bee sting may some- garbage disposal and removal of times be recognized because they fallen fruits from adjacent living often leave their stinger and a~- areas. sociated glands in the wound. There are usually three types of (Comments and suggestions are reaction to the wasp sUng: invited by this department and One-The effect of the sting IS 'can be submitted to this colum" painful, generally intense at the in care of the SEAFARERS .LOG.J wound · site. This ls followed by localized reddening and 1 o c a 1 swelling. -The pain and swelling < _ ... lasts for a few minutes to a couple of .days. Two-This type ls arbitrarilY classed. In thia type, the swelling extends to a considerable distance ,. beyond the site of the sting; an entire arm or lee. The reaction may la!it for several days. Three-In thia type of reaction, the P!lllent generMllY . 81Htl into shock witJ;ai~ . 10-20 minut~· ,after receiving· the sting. The vict{Jn ia critical!)- ill; with a.hallow br~ath­ iog; hives may develop; the heart beat is weak and the pulse thready. The urgent need of medical at.t en.lion is obvious. ...._ Those who develop the ·first type A~~WEAR• of reaction rarely see a - doctor. Those who develop the second ~A·-i>ofH~ 271h 421;2 4 9 15 3461h I Summary (Welfare) •• ~ ••• 18,020 Vacation Benefits ••••.•.•• • .1,~9~ TOTAL WELFARE, VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD •• • .! .' : t .. ,t • $217,404.02 IO AsaJWe512:R· ALL ATSPEOAL. : SEA .CJf?3r PRICES your SEA.CHEST-: SHORE WEAR & SEA GEAR· SEA GEAR I $H\)RE WEAR IN1i./5 /l£W ~&. 8A411MCR6 +/A/j]5 $45~, 134.08 "•' '' �.r SJ:U ·socJ:.AL . SEC'URJ:T'Y . ·DEPARTM:ENT ; , ·Pensioner's Wi·d ow iii 2 Years GETS $14,000 SIU WELFARE BENEFITS BROOKLINE,' Mass.-The aged widow of a Seafarer has been lying seriously ill in a hospital here since April, 1960-her illness happily alleviated to some measure by SIU Welfare Plan payments of nearly $14,000 so far. Mrs. Frances- Williams is+·:.-·_ _..;..·- - - - - - - - - - : - - - - - - - - - - - - ,the widow of Zecharick Wil- the time of his death Jn 1960, at she's in the hospital. Additional hospital e.x;penses paid for, how• Iiams steward who first the age of 75. joined' SIU in 1939' and was receivUpon her husband's death, ~rs. ever, cease at the $400 mark for ing Se'a farers Welfare Plan pen- Williams received an immed1~te each hospitallzation. Similarly, the sion payment.a of $35 per week at $4,000 cash in death benefits. Plan pays for ·a maximum of 31 When she was stricken with heart visits to the hospital by attending trouble ;md other physicians during each hospitaliza· ailments just a ti on. short tim,e later, Considerable special equipment . also is required to care for Mrs. the Welfare Plan Williams. S·h e rests, for Instance, came to her ·aid Two of the latest SIU pensioners, Seafarers W!lllam ~· Ph~· in a special bed which can be again - and has Hp, 66 I left), and Agnar ·M. Andersen, 58, receive their ~r~t tilted, tipped, raised or lowered since been paying in any direction necessary to make a basic $15 a day perision ~heck1 from SIU welf1re r•p., John Dwyer. Philip her more comfortable. room and bnard last shipped as fireman on the Seatraln Louisiana I Sea. The veteran Seafarer's wi9ow for her at Belletrain) and Anderson had been on the Blenvllle !Sea-Land). ha1 been fully covered for · the vue H o s p i tal Williams A new move by major insurance here, plus extras past two yeara and can rest se· companies to forestall a compre- such· as the cost of X-rays, doo- curely in the knowledge she doesn't hensive medical care for the aged tors' visits, etc. have to worry about the- bill, as the program under the Social Security Mrs. Williams will continue to result of a constantly-improving . l • System is a plan by a seven-com- benefit from the Welfare Plan's SIU Welfare Plan now 12 yean pany New York combine. It will payment of her hospital room and old that provides protection for operate on a tax-exempt basis board expenses just a1 long as the aged and chronically ill. under a recent amendment to New Seven more Seafarers have just joined the ranks of SIU York State's insurance law. pensioners, making a total of 59 veterans ~ho have become Private health plans for t he eligible for . the $1~0 monthly fayments this year. aged have grown numerous in the The new penSionera are last few years, primarily as alterHarry H. Green, 54; Juan He last shipped aboard the Trans- natives to a medieal care proParodi, 66; Norman West, 54; northern <Globe Waterways) In gram under Social Security. Such William Philip, 66; Agnar M. An- February of this year, and DQW plans were slow to d~velop predersen, 58; Carl Morton, 62, and ~t~s his home in Sebago Lake, viously because insurance coverJoseph Volpian, Social Security Director Ignacio A. EHcerio, 70. a et.h Ph'l' . ti f age for the ~aged, and ' especially Bro er 1 IP is a na ve o major medicaf coverage, can be a . . A ~ative . Georgian, Brother Toronto, Canada, and joined t he very expensive risk for t he insurGreen Joined the SIU in Savannah SIU at New York in 1943. A vetSeafarers who haven't done so lately should make it a point now ance companies. in 1939, and began shipping in the eran of World War II, he served and then to check their Social Security accounts and, particularly, Group Programs their "SS" number. Those who don't may eventually lose out on some ·~eward d~partment. He paid off in the Army engineers from 1942 bis last 1h1p, ~he Del M~~ <Delta), to 1943. He sailed in the engine The high risk and high-cost pro- of the impor.tant benefit~ to which+ One thing to remember is that a jn April of this year. He currently department until he paid off his posals have already led to similar they are ent~tled, ac~o~dmg. to the Social Security number is even s-esides in New Orleans with his last . ship, the Seatrain Louisiana, group undertakings by insurance Social Security Ad~1ms~abon. more important than a name if a and now lives in New York City. wife, Dorothy. companies in Connecticut ·a nd MasSome 365,000 ~emor citizens, for claimant is to receive the proper A veteran of A member of the SIU since 1941, sachusetts, with Mississippi soon example, are bem~ ~ought so that amount of benefits. 42 years sailing Brother Andersen retired after 37 to follow. However, the plans still they can collect m1ll~o~s of dollars A person's Social Security num· ~eep-sea vessels, years duty aboard deep-sea vessels. .provide µisufficient coverage or due them. T~ese m1ssmg ~ersons ber usually provides the answer !trother Parodi A native of Norway, he last sailed are far too expensive for many or their survivors are entitled to t what day and at what time he 'oined the union aboard the Bienville (Sea-Land) oldsters in need of such protection. annual benefits that range from i~ to report for benefits when he In Baltimore in thi1 May in the deck department. Turned down in the US Senate $480 to $1,500 a year and many becomes a claimant for unemploy1944 and shipped He now makes his residence in during July, the "medicare" issue have large lump sums in back pay- ment benefits. But even more im· In · the steward New York City. is expected to be a big one in ments du~ them. . . portant, the same Social Security department. He A member of the Union for 18 the November elections this year In addition to these missing number provides the means to 1a s t s h i P P e d years, Brother Morton joined the and ls slated to receive important ·p ersons, there are countle.s~ other determine how much he or she 11 aboard the Del ·s IU at New Orleans in 1940. He ~ttention when the next Congress citizens who are not rece~vmg all entitled to receive in ~enefits. Sol <Delta) in West · served in the Army quartermaster convenes in January. the benefits they are entitled to. If wages for a w.6rRer are re1961, and now makes his home in corps from 1914-1919, and la!lt paid -----~-~=~~----------------- ported with no Social Security l>hHadelphia. . · number or with one that is inBrother West has been sailing .. correct or one that is not his own, llIU ships since 1944, when he delays in receiving unemployment joined in New York, and until his linsurance benefits, often working retirement shipped in the engine K a hardship on the claimant, may department. He was born in Mllll>ridge, Maine, and put in almost The total number of physical examinations for Seafarers result at a future date. To avoid these problems and 80 years on American flag vessels. and their families at SIU clinics in six mainland US ports reduce costs, both for the unhas now surpassed the 50,000 mark. New York leads the w~y employment compensation division with 24,233 exams, since the headquarters clinic opened first, in April, and the employer, and to minimize 1957, and has the heaviest traffic. Green Elicerlo inconvenience to the claimant, it Seafarers have been the most frequent users of the medical center is essential that workers and their off the Omnium Trader <Mol Ship- facilities in the ports involved, accounting for 88 percent of the total employers use extreme care in reThe SIU Welfare Services De- . ping) in Aprii. He had shipped in examinations given, with wives and chHdren making up the rest. porting Social Security numbers partment reports that it has had the steward department and now SIU men normally take at least one complete physical each year as part correctly. lives with his wife, Amelia, in New of the program of preventive medicine for which the entire clinic operdifficulty locating seamen's It Is the responsibility of the families because · the seamen's Orleans. ation was originally set up. worker to see that he is using his Brother Elicerio joined the SIU enrollment or beneficiary cards New Orleans follows New York in the number of examinations given, at Houston in 1939, and has put in and has amassed a total of 11,463 exams, of which over 10,000 were for own card and that he writes his have not been kept up to date. Some death benefit payments 35 years ·on American-flag ships. SIU men themselvefi. The New Orleans and Mobile clinics were number properly on his employhave been delayed for some He last saJled in the engine de- opened in December, 1957, starting eight months after the Pete Larsen ment application. Too often we rely on our memory. It is too impartment aboard the Massmar Memorial Center opened near SIU headquarters. time until the Seafarer's beneportant to our work record and (Calmar). His home is in Baltimore ficiaries could be located. •ro Medical center operations were set up in Baltimore by February, 1958, future Social Security benefits to with his wife, Thelma. avoid delays in payments of weland at Houston, in June, 1959. A separate clinic was established in take that risk. · fare benefits, Seafarers are adMarch last year at San Juan to serve. the SIU of Puerto Rico as well report no Social Employers who vised to notify the Union imas Seafarers passing through Puerto Rican ports. The latest medical Security numbers at all usually . mediately of any changes in ad·facility to be opened was at Philadelphia early in 1962, where the SIU are those who hire workers on a dress, changes in the names of shaPeS medical examination services with the International Ladies Gar- short-term basis. This is unfair to beneficiaries or additional de· ment Workers Union. the worker since his eligibility for pendents by filling out new enThe pul'pose of the clinics is to protect the health and earning power benefits might very well depend rollment and beneficiary cards. of Seafarers and their families by detecting illness or disease 0in their on that one period of earnings. Tfie cards should be Witnessed early stages, when they can be most readily diagnosed and treated. The (Comments and suggestions are as a means of verifying signacenters do diagnostical work only. Those requiring treatment are re- invited by this department and tures. ferred to their own physician, and the Welfare Plan also pays for this can be Sil bmitted to this cohwin I cost under its separate medical-hospital-surgical benefits program. -~l~~~~:®,*'M in care of the SEAFARERS LOG.) Insurance Co's Reacting Now On Medicare 7 More Oldtimers Retire On Pension SOCJ:AJ;. SEC'URJ:TY REPORT Keep Your "55" Accounts Straight , 5 At SIU ,,.1•0__ 1._5 Exam Go Over 50,000 Mar Notify Welfare Of Changes �11ie deatm o1_1he fOllowins s-1..... ,_,. 6"a ,._.., .. . s.alarers Welfare 'Ian and• total of $H.OOO i ' • ....,.. was 111181111• (Any apparent clelay in ,_,,...., ·el dalMS w cl• to lale ·filing. la~ of a beneficiary card or ,..._,, llfislatioa l'OI' ... position of estat-.) 0-.. ~ • ~ . . .... s .............. )[Qltllfg All of flte following SIU familieS IMwe ,... ceived a $200 mate1nity benefit plus a $2.5 bond from the Union in tlie babys name, representing a total of $6,200 in maternity benefits and a maternity value of $775 In bonds: .a. c:lfM of ~ Qlfl 3.. i-.. e.t u . ~ Apd 4, ._ l1Sl.'HS Bo.. l-., ai ~ __.. ~ l•aa-.. La. a.. . w · a~••U•J.. ll• lb . .,NT. lh atut.M .......... ,Joined .._ .•• lt•-t and. w~ 11.' - SIU ......... ,. ..... lf.M.1. ~ ... -:.~~~ ~- tll• ... ...... .... ...... Mn. J~ ~-~ ..... - •• Smltb. Qf Miaa>Jsr.. had' been reeetv- _,. ss-eW ...__ . : . bura,. Obio lllll"- Utt~ u.. ~b Vi1'Q. ~·al \ICU at Jh~ Orov~ ~. 1-.1 L. l&Mde. of Csmetery~ lWamtsburg.~ Total ben-- v-•1.-na NY. ,_ uft.--a ... -xt f . efttit: . . . . . ~ .. ... 0 . . $ • $. kJ,a, Burial w.aa llt Q'fee.nwood mu .u.a.- - ,,_ Sunpa Gemales. born July 10, 11162, t1> Seafarer and Mrs. Alphonso Gonzalez, New Orleans, La. to if, !. Jacqueline Johnson. born June 1(), 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs: Joe Jo.hnson, Mobile, Ala. ~ ;\; ;\'DU'l'71e Lovett, born July 21, 1962. to Seafarer and Mrs. William Lovett, NY. NY. .,.. .,.. CbarloUe Gilmore, born Joly 23, 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. David C. Gilmore Dunn, NC. t. .. ' t. & ~ Nancy l\laldo~. bom .Tuly 111. 1962. to Seafarer and ·Mrs. Mell.to Maldonado~ Houston, Texaa. Janice O'Connell, born August 7, 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. Edward C. O'Connell, Salem, Mas.s·. t $ ;\; Solaia Rolb' Bishop, born July 22. 1962. t8 Sea·f arer and Mrs. Hollis Bishop. Bayou La Batre, Ala. -..rt a Ban._. Ht Brot~r Bullolow wa1: lOlt at .... QD Ny 7, lln whll• aboud th• Alcoa Pioneel' .bl Lil• Superior. He be-gai1 sallina· with the UDIGD In 1959 and shipped tn th• engine de-par l men t. His mether. Mrs. Zella Baker Beatd,; of Houston, Texas,. aur'1ivesi. Total benefits: $4.00G.. · • . Cemetery, Broolll)'D. Total' bene. J~hn C. Rehm, 81i Brother Reh~ ftta: $1,000. died of ~atural. causes on Ju• 2'. . 1962, .fn Cakutta. • .. • India.. Re had b e e n · shipping Cbriltlan J. V~ 89: " heart with . th e SIU . - . f-1 to llroiher since lMe iD tile 'You on Auaust • n a 1 n e . depart.I.. l .. ia ltidgemen.~. I His wlf.e~ crotilde ll e h m. of New Odeans, La., s u r v i v e s. Bwial was m •~ man Catholic Cemeteryi, Total b&ne.flts: tl,OC». • ~ ~ N~. He s.t¥ted .waa, in tbe steward ·de· eartment wit h t.he SIU hi U 44 , and ha6 beea .reeetv~ special dlsabftitJ' h 8 D efH11 ainee. A.p.ril, J&a. Hla Then.ea. VQS.S, of . Ridgewood, suniwa. BtJ(ial • • at Cy1pres& HW• C.ecnetttQ'. C~iWeSS Hilb, NY. Tatu bene&\ts.~ $t~08&. Al.AMA• <C•.liaarl-.. .luntt '~r; Joaquim and Alulre Da SUn~ m..D1 Vlcto.r D'lNIW &eu•ta.rv. Wll· flam l".eniswood. ShJ'p's delegate .we· born June 22, 1962, to Seafarer PQWted e.i&er.rtbi:D.11: OX. 'Vote of ~ and Mrs. J oaquin A. Da Silva. to ship's delegatlfll (05' ~old dtiUks. t ;t. " Deane-Marie .llJ'mel. born July Brooklyn, NY. and sandwiches for supper durtn& hot weather. 8. 1962, to Seafarer and M.rs. Car~ t t. rel Felix Hymel, White Castle, La. ALCOA PQLAa&a <Atc.o.>. Jvfte 1Q Tina Hebert, born July 18, 1962, -Chal'rman, L. C. Hanooiu Sec... ;\; .,., ;t. tary,. I<. Ha'9lalidM. A. Vaata ~ed to Seafarer and Mrs. Vincent Heabi~'s delep,e. Na. ~ re~.i. Richard J. Burbine, born July bert, Carriere, Miss. 11, 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. : :·. " . .J/' ·.~ t i .,.. Richard Burbine, Alamo, Calif. Elaine S. Guilles, born July 27. ;t t ;\; 1962, t.o Seafarer and Mrs.. Jacinto John Wesley EllioU. born July Gullies, Bronx, NY. 8, 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. John ;t. ~ t W. Elliott, Baytown, Texas. Wendell D. Miles. burn August .to t t 17, 1962. to Seafarer and Mrs.. Kimberley Hughes. born June 16, Wendell A. Miles.. Lancas.t er, Va .. 1962, to ~afarer and Mn. Billie ;I. ~ ~ R. Hughes, Trinity, NC. ~ _._ bQI: 'l!a.ttt IUDS tor ~l:UI Patric:e O'Connell. born .June 10, .,.. .,., t an.d crew's pantry plus new • .,w toi: 1962. to Seafarer and Mrs.. LawPll•Y· Jo-Ann Ybarro. born 'July 15.. rence E. O' Connell. Brooklyn. NY. MONTICEtLO VICTORY CVlcfCMl 1962, to Seafarer Drosalio Ybarro, Carriers>, .rune 16-Cflatrman, Norll\ll n. :. t t Houston, Texas. E. Wroton; Secretary, Arno P. C:aht• Endel Kelsey, born July 8, 1962, filfi.. Ouw man hospitalized in Hoo<>r lulu. NG LOGs. or eommW>tcatlon.s ..,. to Seafarer and Mrs. Tom E. Kelceived. Cl:ewmembeH abised tG> 'M Jimmy Caclaola, born June 16, sey, Daly City, Calif. more careful about smok1ng nahits on 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. William baard. Letter S.&nt to he.adquu•ers ;t. ~ .tconcerninlf fl'esll milk an.d bwead ill Cachola, Baltimore, Md. Steve Huszar Jr., born May l '1, : Pa11ama Canal. BQOkmen advised to. speak up .at the Union meetlnis and . t t t 1962, to S&afarei and Mrs. Stev& nQt when tbe ~una.s ue oYer, Lisa Lois ·Sullivan, born July 23, Huszar, Albany, La. ~::~:r~ndd~o!.~o b~!:'<t n;~e 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. Thomas ;\; ~ ;to irip. Helen Ho11--..& born July 14. ·. __ ALCOA PLANTIH tAkHh Sept. 2SulUvan, Covington, La. ,........_ 't- ;t. ;t. 1962, to Seafarer and Mrs. Helen C:ltalrl.'llan,. .l. 0. Jo.hns.om S.C.fftilllrY, D. H. Boone. $18.76 in shlp'a fUnd. El a i ne C onnor, b orn July 17, Holland, Hou ton, Te111as. No bee.la reported. Dllotlon 10 see •if' . ..::;: patrQlnian about $U~per meal hom in port, and about hot water situation. DliL MOR.Tli (De.ltaJ,, Jun. 11Chairman, R. R. 'T&x" Thomas; S.c.· r&tary, w. P. K&lui;. $360.00 le.It In ship's f1Lm1 a.H er <laoaUons. we1·e made. Movie dlreetor reported balance ol $$.4Q. an hand at abrt of vo>:age and now ~ S.441.4(). B.lll Kaiser showed all brothers IU.(ts t at ere.w is s.enr;Hng to. clasa ln sdlo.o l at Newbu.l'gh, NY. PENM TRADE.a <Perui Sblpping>, June. 9-Cbalr~n, Nqrm.an R. Wrl!l,fl t~ Secretary, J . F. Austin. Sailed -one man short frQnl Galveston. Mo.tion made that the ·s1.u patrolman co.ntact the MEBA representaH\'.e a~out the chief engln":r -~ find ou• wbY Ill\ thls ves.sel the chief la dQi,Q& u.i:tcensed wotl<. He is also doing worlli. of otbe:r eumeeu. Tlils bu 'been lllli issue on thi&- shiP on p,1:ev,io.ua v.o~· ages and the crew feels that thb isaue should be ewteelecl; at ooce. Wllliam Flemiq. ~ BrtMher Ele...m,in& died Qf ~umorua 011 J1lQe1 lf.. llM2~ al ti. ~SPHS pitM., . MAOAKllT {WetllcmM). JUM - .&-. ~ 1M1U.W,, Ali> bert •· Shll?'• treasure.t .n~tN: . . . . aaW ~ TV ucl M.• left in ship's. fUnd. ~9 ...._ ~ hy d~le&!!te.!. D.l.!!!!l!9!on CD n~w ~on.. tract.. M(QUailon111 and ~g :m.aN.Q ial41119Md 4IJf ..... .....,. stQQ QD set'MY,. Mui whoo llQ . _ . • sllould p · , sec~a ud ~ oa. ear· ~ ~ I» t.als•n Wit aft. ~aslled not tQ 1"1'e. t.ra.Ul O!ll ~ Sl•w·ud lboulct Gl'Cler- 10ad fradie· of c:A¥1'~., E111..,"•· ~ fliW'k .,......._ ~ r~ shoulll bit aieM ALC:Q.A U•ONE&a ~ftlMft ~ f.JI ~ bld. Wua>,, ....,. ,,.rry R. "- MUIU1i ta4'1lt. wltb , t..M in l&aa. Bk . w.tt.~ H-.1 B. Fleming, et Grema, La., •~ ~\!-.. Bll.riAli \Y&$ untQn Cemetery, in New be.n.e.6t~ tl~OOO. •t · CkeAD~d TQ.tal Qd~ II iD XQbe. ~ aoct "'1J\A1C....tn lU' delegate.it and ~ JMle. and will ._ kept watU ~ SW..r re.-O..ll:led. ~ed ttk!. =--~q~a. ~:~:-~.:_~w from cnwt. SUZA!l8TH' 'tarted &alltni tl1 th ..dedttt.pim.. a.c... tart. ....._ Sbip'a ~- ••. . .Ad that es ~ ship Ill Y~~ ud ....NA l~ H¥rN•• Qt-. La. •• CAlbatrou), June U-C.halrman, J. R. Prutwood1 S.CX•t•tV• Samuel D~wr.. JJl>rty·five hours disputed OT . per man in the d'ecl! d.'eP~hneot. UQ. '\IC·as. c:.ollected fr<Un 1nQSt Qf th.e; ~e"'° fQR> ~'lilJ' f.un.d. $'* given to A. J. Ciovant tor_ tet.ea.rain tn headQWU'tel'S. -Beek dele.ate :rep.Qrte,d tAat tt.. ~JjMltecl ~'li fQl' work 01C the bridge will be iµW . Engine department beef per.a~ to pwl>_pman s,lQPP.infl and nuUna ct¥irO pumps will · be tµ:en u~ Qn att.!Val. See a.bout a new1 wubln~ mad.\ine. Vo.te of tlla.nks, &'ven lCll taa ••wud and his departmept fOl' good and all· around perfOl'mance. It was ~Hested that a can. Qt fresh, milk be left ~t arter s.upper, ALCOA Pl&.Gllt,\t <•lCH>, J;u11• \ ' Chairman, · Alfred Andrews; Secretary, llotYll)Ol'.\d t.. Perr,,. ~-.u. tc> tltoke shlP''!!i dele&ate t~ 4\~au e~l in S;M&QQ dete.rW.• tbe; n~• of e&.cban&~ Nil> -beefs tt.PQl'lll:d., MQllQJ'l tbat c:....w CQUtnot 1'e ClU...Wt.e.-:•-. t the ciliueUes SitU:.a.Uoa~ " the39 are '1£1!.f.Y' low QA the ~ll- ChQc:' o.n re· ee,1 ¥ia•- d.r3'41fs in ..\8:lem.o mon.e y qr ha11;el8" checks. · '°' "'"""'••>· Henning Jtiork-, 58: A.. heart attaek we& ta.tal to 8rother B.jo1k. ora A1u:il l'l., 19621, Jn Beusalem, Penn. Be.i joined the UniQn in 1947 IP!d sa~led in the d~ck. department. NQ beneficiary w a.a de~gwited.' Bu.rial . was in eeo.n!IJ{lVanta. To- tal hen~diW. $500. Iuao Romoro. 81: Brother Ro· mero dted of natural causes on D e C. 8 m b Qr 28. 19&1, a.t the US, PHS h Q sp it a, I, s t a· t en· ulaud, NV. · He &tarte.d $llipping with the SIU in 1947 and sailed · in the en-. g,ine. de.pa,rtm.e,nt. SANTO•• (Ore), Jun& 24--Chalr.. COA.S..,AL SE flU"lt'W m&a. M.. a. •rl!ahtw•ltA' s.eretery, D. MAW' B-CM.,mait. · I . a.. o.,,w S•c· N Q ~neA.ciat~ M. Woods. No beef• i:eported. One man !!.e.,,,t4-~ n D areen~...,..!!!.~L?.~! was desig' nated. left In hospital 1n Citublanca. llo- .,., - - "' ..,.. - - .............. Uon \bat au foe'sl" bave at lea• one 'ba kept cleatt. Sh~aie .at CGltffp.o ts Burial was at ~ose Hill Cemetery, ~ .__cha-•r_ . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _a_'llqa_•_d_sJlb> __ . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.,,, l.Jad~,n,. NJ, ~otal ~neA~ $50Q. �~ing end meal ll!l'Vk:e seem 1-> be ~ topic: of 1he118.y aboard many $hips right DOW7 and small wonder. -- No matter how much thtnp ~ ahips;-like armies-5till "travel on their stomachs." On the Sancls Point (BuU),..------~------------the galley gang came m for to our eountry. If ezperience is the best tNcher. why must we tbm some extra plaudits because neglect they did llUCh...a good joib Ja ~ite Of aac:b "'routiine" Dish.QI; abGani the v888el .u _plu;at weak<:lowm,, no water and no electricit.y much of the time. De slllp ~ U. hods full while ~ to bep tb belly .full •t tM - - time ' ' ~ The IDilHh <Bull) also drew speeW ~tian for 'WNlt I. GlmnSQ,. AB, CHmed "the best job -~d Men dqne aboard :ship in a long time." Deck d~ate Slaeflield ecboed these · comments, while steward Geerce .._------~~------------------ Bryaa beamed and sIAgled out "'t'ou .re r19ht, Tod•v MUST. iE We<Jnesday-t'here'a galley crewmembers Brezi.no. Paul hMWt on tk MeAU •-.a4tt ....." Brady and S. L. Townsend. among others, for "a superior lob."' bet teaching'!" " $ $ Movies-especially when 1'.bel'e"a 'll<lmeone who ean show them help provide a cllange of JM1C9 aboard ship, and they were a reallF welcome diversion on the seeel Wenu (I'StbmianJ lately. Btll Jle"5, BR, doobled as .a projectionist during the voyage and u~ a vote of thanks lrom the gang for his enttt'blimnmt efforts. i, $. $ 'l1te Tepa TGpa <Waterman} has taien the advice of ~~- w. Royal llDd is continuing to go all-4rut in keeping up the shipboard safety effort. The vessel had -110 c1aya in Sinppore. Complaints about the meat POCK" grade 'Of put aboard ·there were aaswered by a guY at the suppl,J' beuse with the romment tbat be couldn"t see what the beef "W&"S-"That was the kind of meat. they put on Greek ships." The SIU pug let him know in a ' 4o ~ T~e C..s&al Cnlasdel' {Suwan: few pi.in ...ordll tbat the stuff might have been oby in the days :stra~t without a Jost-time accinee.) did some of its good ~ing dent at the last count and the asGon! at a picnic _prepared and of Belen of Troy,' but ~ their :skipper remin(ted tbe f. Uows to au.anged by t.he .stew.anl, baker home port _ . New York,, not wit: ...We' re not out to win a prime. and 3rd cook 'o n AsoeAsion lsland IA. that'S. but to keep someone from get:tmg · wJth "plenty to ~t .and drink" . . . $. , injmed serieusly. Any suggesttom >(.2'~ f-Ol~ ~ation is from Se~ The Worbaar <Calmar) .added its 'l1ae Alaa .._er <Alcoa.) hosted ' would be appreciatied, not Ul)7 .Pat ~,, wht> is on the Per-. G«ilf../~ ~Pvuttk voOO of -thanks to the .stewa-d de- a PriR trip for a young essa,yiist . during a safety meeting-but &QJ' czbdcttrd lbhie -supertanker Orion SttlJI' ~~~ -.! partment and t.he cooks with the from Puerto Rift>, RQm_QOd SUI- time." Good adv.ire. IJO ~ the rchanges in h~ ~e o11e"r ~ pointed tagline "'coiasid.e ring what tos, 16. ~won an~ coot~ $ ~ to Calmar has to offer." Even the and the .Pl'ltt of a trip to Mobile years s4.nce •t he -'end of the war i'1. 1'4:5.) A somber note N me5 ~ the gulls are eadllg. better these days, and New Orlertn'S via the RaQger. For ~ ~ith. a yen fur the good 01 d~ oome East, it -see.ms. RaynllOnd wrote, in part: ••we have l Katl_n7D <Bum, fo~low1ng ~ Y~nkee-'San, come East. · · Jn the same vein, the Orion Star experienced past catastrophies as .a earlier report that ~h 1 pmate Lo~IS This city of Y'Oktlhmna 1'S rocking from North Pier to China- <Orlon Shipp1o;g> has a . bone to result of ignoring the eontn'"bution CelcJB, MM., was killed by a hitcar near the dock at New t(l)wn with foot stompin" ~fo..• - - -.- - - - - - - - - pick with a certain ship chandler w hi ch the merchant marine gave run Orleans. The Kathryu·s Seafarers dies ~t pre-w.at A~1ca. 'Big 1 bath. 'lee-box and t'elt-vi·sion> and reacted quickly as far as Colon's 29-man bands, the ld.nd tha"t 1 the D~i-idii hll'S ~rters a't _$'5.00 Group 1 shipping be lim1ted to , family in New YQrk was condon't ,pay 'Or plar Statieside any and Wites ttt $'!UYO. The -service at bosuD'S and ~tJen; only. cerned. They held a tarpaulin m~re., .are .b elting <t>ul :such old the New Yokohama makes you '.feel D e ck m•intenancemen, ABs ' muster and f-orwarded $190 for fa\rorl~s as ':String of Pearls," ; like )'tlill~"' an old-line p;a"8·'5an. and watchstaod-in.g ABs haw . . die lllditor: the widow from Baltimore. "M0011l1gh't Cocld·ails," end ""In I ttalled the ldresk ~ inq.i1re mucb more similar duties and l'ci .liire ~ adtl 1l fervent sec~ ~ ~ 'nle .Mood'~. Shut those eyes, about ~l'stl"Speakin~ , ~r these jobs should be hid on <md to ~ Hogge•s Jetlber The Del Nm1:e h a -s b e e n h'onorable 'One, a,n d you'd :swear 1 becaiUSle 'di. a ~id. Fii:~ mlinu~ · in the A 1.J€USt !issue of tare LOG freely by all ABs. This would "adopted" by _youngsters in a 7th that's Glenn Miller up there and , later~ two J"1&p7an6* ®clnlfS ~wed also give the men who want ro reg:arding a one-.year iim!t (!Ill grade class at SL Francis Assisi Ms big 'band up on the stand. · into .tey nom, iflhumpred me., sail only bosun or carpen~r a tile ships. Schoo1, Newburgh, NY, and was definite knowledge as to where OJmy,.now~ j lisbened to -AlY heart, :sWtl~d my JMI". Webster in his big hook the recipient of a quantity of hair they stand. and look again eyes, .oose -and Ulro:at, <bowed out, defines • ~cation as "an , combs in hand-sewn plastic cases I am sure that if all these It:s tibat ,aep d; and_ ten . minutes. ~atier bro~d in interval of rest from work.•• from the kid-s. Ro~ Cafta11an issues were submitted to the cat Hirosb-i W•agam With medicines entiugh to Nowhere -is vaoati.on pay de.started the ball roiling in "good memben;hip they would be aptallabe and hii& make a hypochendriac shout fur . fined as some .sort of a !bonus and welfare" at a ship's meeting, proved by a big majority. Star Dust:ielll Joy. fur l~v.ity or fror ~ing the and after a collection w,as taken N~tl Lambert Butias- ·o ld The .politest people in Uie warid up on the way to South America, Miller 'SID001ih"iies live Ji~. The bowing ~n _the lobby , BiU Kaise.r got a framed CGllection t. t t at' e i1 •t ,r,..., re· 1 of the New Yokohama Hotel lOOks of butterflies plus a book called ~tatkie 'Of tire · like an epidemic ·of er.amps. M.any "The Gaucho Martin Fierro" to r~l .J<&Pan, nef.. ~......._ people wear gauze masks 'UVer .send to the school. One good turn tM!r is Yokohama ............ , ' the'ir mouths :so that &tller.s will deserves another. To the Editor: itself. T.odray Y:ok0hama ts Los not ~ten their . cold. Y~ ·on il3e I woUld appreciate receiving ..4.'111 lelttl!e~ ~ die EdWor for Atige~ Chicago anu New Ywk stree~ tl_n:! cl~ the Cit.i.VEr.s bud the LOG while. I'm he.re in the ,11.»Woliootion .i n the .SEAK"1.R.ERS al rolled togetner in one mad, ea~b othe! 1n lai;ger numb&s thao Army. I sailed w1th the SIU for LOG must . be signed by the 'WiestePnized, saphisticated 1(ll".am- anywhEre else m the world. the past six years, just before writer. .JV.a.rnes wiil be l.1;ithhe ld b1lte. 'The blazing llghts <al&ng 4Ml G..~.y l&lad 'l!1oucla I was drafted . .upon T€quest. Stireet in Chinatown could be the One little beanel:y has a sign · I figure that through ttre Gftat Whillie Wiay 'Or ~ ~w Pi~ 1 <OU~:'ffietta De'ggu/' ·ri ~~ i LOG I can still be in the know in Long Beach. any one haNiens to be 4n .a Coney I old body warm. After a year regarding what's happening ifi Novel Entertalnmen1 fsllan-a JJMr0d. ~ 'ftlimnen ~tlr ; 4lboa~ a :ship we need a change the Union and aboard sbip 4irom the same hoes, ports and . . flowered :silk klim'0mlfS wli.ttl ~ while I'm away aftd, too, I h . m lie iot lit llll ~ ~ l(usi'Mrs) n f t badt tll <>ver 1t'bem ~~ ~-I.Jet a n tallle enjoy reading the paper. ta.'*111, ~ill :the l(:'~a~st ~"Jl'Q ~ .niin-1k: ~- v~ IC'Mlf«sing., 'O" ' :iS 'CT.atsa~n pay ~ind '\'lmtion You can take it from me that d~~ ien1tie'&1nme11:'t H1 ~~~IA.ind t!in>al otJe. 1 im-ew a ,~ ttslnp a t his I thoroughly enjoyed t.be SIU _ Wlh~ ~ t'.aivbr 't~ ~g.h't ~ e iof ;a1tmg , t ~ ~ ~ ~ ~UJ ~emlfte. and its benefits while I was t~e ~'tl .a Bl11~ . lllh'e ~. ~1Je, ~ die'a :&tit t was sur"We kl sailing .and that I hope to ga h_eJ!t) ~ ~ .a~~n'Ce. Alll1Y ~~ ~ - '1d ht ~ U!tlted ettw.s, a back to sea as soon as I'in disst~ "Wllll . ~ ,N~ Ycidt, 1tJtre~ so ttf 1hie dloioe s a d charged some 21 months ff'Oll1 ~~'Ytt ltro ~. ltibe ~ge$1; ~'i'd to Nlt h ~itler~ · hN! ..001\11 be lime m- mme now. I'm located at FGrt Belwoir, bl'Nlith~r l(Jf ~ di ~s • e Alllo'f i's busme'S!i d ~ri~be Va., at the present time. G~ ~ I&t K~a~ ~ltf&r- Wllllllll 1!111 lllillllllllli!H!lnllilll!IMl!ll lllllil!llllD1111i!!lll1111 ~~ts"" mde by h -~ JGll · A.Menia 3~ ~. ~t 'eln, ~w. ~.a: h ~tile ~a. UseO.~vne ~ t t u.; Mll 11JJreN1S qlh e de~lcl.ous i.Jet'\s 15i1· ft dlis di~ ;alt ~r ~a~liilre !Mlsllii ~ fb Al. The Mysterious East Going Modern And Mad '- "'° Backs One-Year Limit On Ship Seafarer Now With Uncle Sam I °! G·r aduated I - Oh1ift"0'al'l'S'O'!s '~ifs ba~ ~a'hiain'ls '(!S~'.ltlill iawi 1t .ii .Ni"'h'0mlb:a'$Jiil.i~ f(~itr0'Ji chifo~. 'l'iabflf&lii iis ia ~ild!ws dmh ~ IC'.alJU ~tl!Mn'S' '&If ia CtCdktm. 'tlh;a1t iis, -atih IP~ se~ · tl'i-vi!d :a!l1l'S' 'Ml ~ •~. .... "_..._ Widow Lauds Fast Service as ~ ftia'~d ltlallltaU~ ~ s~ <c~ tdk$,l' ~\ .IR~ilia'sltij.. ~ 1 , r~M ~~ wiiltih ia th'" I ~ 'g/)~ IJ'l~ f a4e sh'Jiimp, tlMi ~ ~ta'b'l'es Wi'fti 'll thin ~)). .lc.a'bay.aki tgrii~led , eel) 4ln8 saslt~mi <sliced ir.aw fish>. 1 A\ the New 'Y-e'ko'hama lfo'IJel, 205 ~ 11~ 'Op tor 'brits at '$6.'0'0 1 to $8.0'0 a day (.all with Wivat_e ' .. To the Editor: y <()lg 1 1· 1 ~~~M.%--~'~-~~· My husband, Christian Voss, passed aw,ay on Taursday, .Au· gust 2, 1962. I .received my Sea· farers Weif.are .Fund check •On August 20, 1962. I believe this is the finest and most considerable handllng of a man's affairs that ls possible. Thank you all, botb officials and member.s of tbe SIU,, for y-0ur lo.y.alty .and help to a dece1l'Sed br.ot'bel"'s f.ain'ily_ Mrs. 'Theresa "Voss '--------------""""'------------ 1 Patients at the Ho'ly Fami1y Hospital in Brooklyn .are in for a nice surpr~5e when Americ.a Gr.eiales appears on the scene. Am.erica just gr•duated from t.he Maryv.iew School for Nursin9 j,n Portsmouth, VlJ. Dad is Seefai'er E. Groia1es. w4to in the -steward department. His telf-est ship was the PeM . -san, Exporter. �·· ..... Twenb' ·Here Come The 9oya Nixes Welfare · ID Card Idea To the Editor: For the last three or four years, I've seen numerous ·letters. in the LOG about an ID card · for Seafarers' wlv.es. Yet there ls little mention of what benefit these cards would have. For the cards to contain all the information that would be - necessary · for a family, they would haye to be fairly large, and forms would have to be time to. time in the LOG and aboard ship that every Seafarer should fill out a welfare card, send it to headquarters and keep it up to date. Then, when any emergency turns up, the neces· sary information ls available right away no matter what port you happen to be in. The wife at ·home also has the same information if sne needs It. The ID card is a good idea but the most important information it would have to have in order to be of any use would be the eligibility based on seatime. Distributing this on individual • cards would be more of a pro}>. lem than it's worth since it would have to be done twice a year to be of any value. William R. Cameron t. t. t. Hercules Cites Changes Needed. It's no secret that Seafarers have some of the best-looking youngsters i.n the world, and here are six who prove this beyond any doubt. Top ll-r) are Frank, 4: Donald, 2, and Brett, 3, sons of Seafarer Prank E. Nelson, Sr., of West Lake, La. They visited him aboard the Luelle Bloomfield at Houston the last time she was in port. At bottom is Seafarer Kenneth I. Blalr'i lrio at home in McMinnville, Tenn. They are Ralph, 4t John, I, and Joe, IO. Dad's on the Neva West. Checker Tourney Spurs Poet, Spirits On The Robin Kirk A checker tournament among crewmembecs on the Robin Kirk (Robin Line) prompted Seafarer Wallace "Mad Bear" Anderson to produce the "saga" below. The tourney began as an all-around effort to provide a little after-hours relaxation for the gang and to keep everybody's mind off the heat, one of the few sour notes during the voyage. The Saga Of ''DalJny D. '' He's a "cool cat," this baker called "Danny," Each time he plays checkers, it's very uncanny, As he whips out his glasses and adjusts his men, Stares at the "Chief" and tries it agr1in. And on into the night, they play and they fight, For "Danny" is wrong, and the Chief's always right; And "Danny" knows cheating, like a gambler 1c11ows dice, Though the Chief keeps insisting, "it's not very nice!" filled out and mailed twice a year. This would be the · way the cards would have to be renewed every six months bec,:ause of the Welfare Plan eligibility rules. The operation would run to some 50,000 cards a year. I would like to make a suggestion on the card issue. Ho\\'. about having the SIU make up a card which leaves space for a photograph and one or two important questions for the man himself to fill in. These cards could be issued to all Seafarers and it would be every man's responsibility to keep it up to date. I know some who disagree with me, even my wife, who says she's read so much about an ID card that she feels something should be issued. But I still say that any information regarding a seaman or his benefits can quickly be obtained from headquarters by teletype. With the modern· equipment in use nowadays, this should not make matters too difficult for anyone. Brother Jack-.._Farrand, in a letter to the LOG <May, 1962) asked how a man's wife was supposed to know her husband's Z-number, social security number and so on. W,ell, I leave all this information at home all the' time, and I carry with me the birth record and such for my family. These bits of information are available all the time for either of us who may need them. The Union has urged · from Inspected before the cleanlq gang descend•. If unsafe, repairs or a pilot ladder should be used while working In the · · tank. . Tankers carrying grain should provide cover-alls and boots to the crew working In the tank, or a clothing allowance should be provided. In view of the noxious odors and gases emanating from fermented grain and tlte arduous work involved in , removing grain and rust from tanks, the same rate of tank cleaning .. overtime should be paid as on tankers carrying petroleum products. Vacation pay should be computed according to the rating and base wages of discharges offered y.rhen applying tor vacations. The crew should 1>8. paid a month's base wages Jn lieu of severance pay, in addition to the wages and overtime earned whenever a crew has less than 60 days on articles. Thls should apply wherever the ship ta lal~ off. First-class air transportation should be provided to the port of engagemept. Tranapottation should include all eJOPt."&U charges on bagga·g e over th• weight allowed on the ticket. Franklin C. Snow. Sblp'a del...ate 88 Hercules Victol'1' To the Editor& ' Considering the · unfavorable view that the Government has toward wage increases, it seems to us advisable to concentrate on other conditions in our next round of contract negotiations. We suggest the following for consideration: Linens and ·blankets should be of the same standard size aa topside and be °f virgin wool quality. Present short aheets and shoddy reclaimed. wool $ $ blankets should be replaced. SIU Newlyweds Each foc'sle should be provi.d ed with comfortable chairs Now In Florida of orthopedic design. Locker• To the Editor: I've been reading and enjoy. should be of sufficient ·size and condition to enable a man to Ing the SEAFARERS LOG stow his gear, both work arld through a friend of mine here in Jacksonvllle, Fla. As I have d·r ess, A study should .be made of recently married a seaman, we'd foreign maritime laws a-nd enjoy get.ting the LOG regularly or, our own. regulations to en~ble seamen In addition, since we have to know their rights overseas. many friends who don't know Ships plying in tropical rewe've _gotten married or what gions should be air-conditioned. part of the world 'We're in, we'd A safety committee should appreciate your letting them be truly established on every. know right in the LOG. ship and included in the conMy husband is Seafarer Altract. Real inspections should bert W. Lima of Savannah and be made and recommendations I am the former Margaret should be considered and acted <Margo) Nelon of Asheville, NC. upon before sailing. Items to We were married on May 10, be checked should include 1962 and are currently making guardrails on cross-trees, lad- our home here In Jacksonvllle · der-rungs, gra·b rails on masts . Beach. My husband ls on the and king posts. If they are COr• SS Transbay and was in Bombay, India, most recently. · roded, they should be replaced. They present a hazard when Mrs. Albert W. Lima working aloft, especially ln .wet (Ed. note: Congratulations to and freezing weather. you both. The LOG wW b• On tankers, tank ladders and forwarded to you regularl11 platforms should be carefully from now on. ) * Kenmar Deck Gang Takes A Break The crew gathers round, an& ribs the old baker, They know he can't win, he's only a "fakir," The Chief makes a mov e, and jum ps four of his men, And "Danny" gets mad as an old w et hen. Tirelli starts laughing, until Jimm y butts in, And ~'hints" of tobacco in Dan's flour bin; The gang then remembers . that pineapple pie That made them so sick they could almost cry. lt happened in Djibquti, when the baker lost, Thirty to nothing, to his Indian host. The baker ne'er forgot it, he still seems to pout As he pounds on t he table, and lets out with a shout"Tis a damned lie! '. ' he tells the saloon mess. "You shut your darn mouth, you're just a big pest.'" Tension keeps mounting as the Chief starts to laugh, An<b " Danny" t hen wishes li e could break hi m in half. A• this· saga ends, and the baker's i n gloom , The crew begs the Chief to cancel his doom, ..Let the baker win two," Jimmy finally explains, For the baker is crying, like the 'l'l'Wnsoon rains. And as this is ending, the Chief says "Okay!" So the baker starts smiling, there's a fresli cornbread today! The crew breathes a sigh, the steward starts _hummtrig, l'1MI "Robin Kirk" sails, and Kelly starts strumming, Taking • break during the loadln9 of the Kenmar (Calmar) In the Port of Philadelphia, SIU crewmembers strike a pose for the photographer. Pictured ( 1-r l are Seafarers ~ Spooner, A. Letwlnny, C. Teny, K. Robb,ns and ~ose Mart~nez. all In the deck departm.e nt. Th~ Kenmar wc11 taking on • load of steel for India at -the time. ~ .... �..... ...;._ ........ 500 .Accident-Free Days Make M·usic on·~ Pointer · . Th~y're making beautiµl~ music.· together on tha ·Alcoa Poii}ter (Alcoa) these days, thanks .to 't he help of a $250 co~­ ·pany'"Safety award ,to the ship's crew ·t o mark 500 days of accident-1ree operation. • Based on the sentiment of speJlkers that can provide the crew SIU crewmembers at meet- with diversion no matter where ings held by each department, the money was spent to buy the basic equipment to ·wire the ship 'for sound-musical sound, that is. The declsion was to buy a high-fidelity tape recorder, awplifter and stereo SIU crewmemben on the Steel Age (Isthmian) attend: final rites for the late W • . Hall, chief engineer. Ash~s ·were scattered to · the seas in ceremonies led by the Rev; W. Esterbrook, a · passenger aboard the_ Photograph · by · vessel. ~eaf ~rer I. Fuller,· DM. the ship go~s. . As matters turned out, the cost of the equipment ran a bit higher than the $250 awarded by the company, 10 the ship's fund absorbed the difference of about $60, according to ship's delegate C. L. Hirsch. At present, speakers are set up to have each foc'sle wired for bl-fl in tre future. The tape recorder is set up now so any crewmember can pick up the music in his .foc'sle simply b y setting h i s radio on broadcast band. Eventually, any ~ember of the crew will be able to enjoy good music throughout the voyage without buying an expensiv~ radio. Speakers will be installed 1n every f.oc'sle and thuii do away with the need for a radio ~fok-up. The crew gave special thanks to · Seafarer Nolan Flowers, electrician, and 2nd Mate Wayne Waldo for setting up- the present rig, which will be expanded from time to time. - Ex-Seafarer Heads .O wn· Record Firm Former seafarer Ned Williams, who was disabled by polio in 1949, ls in the record business now in a big way. He not only writes his own songs but records them on his ·own label-"Oaveman Records." Williams' last record offering was called "White Rose Gal," with "These Old Hills" on the flip side. The disc is in the popular 45 RPM size. New Discs Out Two more recordings written by Williams were scheduled for release on the "Caveman" label in the past few weeks. These are titled "Sea Breeze" and "Beauti- , ful. Lover." . Williams originally shippe'd with the SIU during 1945, sailing right through until 1949 when his present disability caught up with him and caused him to quit sailing. He's ashore now in Wolf Lake, Illinois. ·. Seafarers with a yen to hear songs written by an ex-shipmate can send their orders to Williams, c/o Caveman Records, Wolf Lake, Ill. Single discs are $1.00 each, but quantities of ten or more go for 65 cents each. .• ,. < -.WRITE 'lt~6Uf 1.... io ~l!LD STEEL NAVIGATOR Hsthml1n), April I-Chairman; P. •1111111 lecrat1ry, C. Cook. Repair U,t turned In · e&eept for a propo1ed alteration of e~e department head which dele11te teer. lhould be flr&t brou11ht up for d18Cuulon. No LOG1 or communl· _ cation• received in any foreiln port thl1 ·vo;vue. 'Chief engineer wishes to be notlRed personally concernlnl any dlft'lcultles with ftushometers aa one waa damaied recently by 1ome· one•1 attempt to make it work. 17'.95 in lhlp"1 fund. Proposal made to enlarie black 1an11 head and mower rooms by usl~ all or part of area now occupied by laundry room. Pres· ent facll,lty b very small and cramped. Feedln6 plan repretentaUve to be contacted 1n re11J'd to quality of meatl belnc 1upplJed to 1h1p on West Coalt. ALCOA POLARIS <Alcoal, _May 17Chalrman, P. Mlrand11 Secretary, A. Ara1on11. Sailed one man lhort from Ponce. Some disputed OT 1n deck department. Motion to revise call· back clause. Dlscuulon on revlaing ~acatlon ll!t·up, .Motion that all work · performed below the floor plates in the lower enilne room lhould be considered OT. Any time electricians stand by when power Ill on deck for docking and undocklng, they should be paid OT. Baker waa called and aeked to improve hl1 baking. He promised he will try his best. CLAIBORNE (Witirmin), Mey 12Chalrman, F-ranlt W. Ghavers1 !!eere· tary, Wllllem McHarald. Ship's dele· gate r~ported that everything was going along as usual and he had no beefs to report. He ii resigning as ship's delegate. Brother Gomez was elected. Vote of thanks given to steward department. MANKATO VICTORY <Victory Car· rlers), May 13-Chalrman, N. Towns; Secretary, J. J. Cabral. Ship's dele· gate 'reported everything running smo_othly. Motion made to have ship's delegate and steward see patrolman about having better gra!Je of Ice· cream, fruits and vegetables put on board. Victor Cover reelected as ship's delegate. STEEL WORKER Clsthmian), April 28-Chairman, L. P. Anderson; Secretary, Biii Stark. $7 left in ship's fund after purchasing new film for movies . Donations will be collected at thE> end of the trip for new films. No beefs reported by department dele· gates. • One of the two converted C-4 freighters turned into containerships for the Puerto Rico service, SeaLand's SS Mobile recently completed her maiden voyage and is now making the regular shuttle between Port Newark, Baltimore and the Caribbean. SIU crewmembers are· pictured in messhall (above, left) and making draw from skipper (above, right). At right, in galley (l.r), are F. Antonetti, 3rd cook; J. ~uiz. CJalleyman, and F. Escandell, chief cook, who handle some of the culinar¥ chores that keep the gang well-fe.d and happy. Containership Mobile New Regular On PR Run Could not get replacement due to weekend. F. E. Taylor elected lhlp'a delegate. ·127 .111 In llhtp"11 treasury. Discussion on more eoffee-time goodies. ways. Washing machine rig unsati• factory. · Engineen not cooperative. Fifty cents per man asked to Install power antenna in Yokohama. Baker and carpenter thanked for purchasing and _installing TV antenna. PANDORA <Epiphany Tankers), May U-Ch1lrman, Bob Porteri Secretary, Frank Kustura. Robert Mason elected ship's delegate. No beefs reported by department deleiates. STEEL FABRICATOR <Isthmian), May 1f-Chalrman, James Pulllem1 Secretary, Roy Poola. 110.50 ln ship"1 fund. No beets reported. Motion made to do away with h'avelers checks for green money. Suggestion made to see 1st assistant engineer regarding pulling of lee twice dally, Discussion on cleanlineSI of messhall. ltospital Is In poor condition for l!lck men. More fans needed. TOPA TOPA <Waterman), May 13Chalrman, J1y C. ltHle; Secretary, Leo J. Gomes. One brother left in hospital at Bremerhaven, Germany. 130 in 1hip'1 fund Wll lltolen from locker along wlth other money and personal effects in the Port of New EL.IE V (Ocean Cargoes), June 10Chalrman, F. Mlchalette; Secretary, C. Sellers. Ship's delegate reported on story sent in to the LOG. Ship's library stolen in New Orleans. Dele· gate . on the STEEL WORKER gave ship two boxes of books. He was given $7.00 donation for letting crew use their movies. Ship's delegate given a vote of thanks for a good job. Ship Is Infested with roaches. request exterminator as c1·ew will not sign on until this is taken care of. Vote of thanks for all steward department ln general for job well done. w. Orleans. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good feeding. LOSMAR <Calmar), June 3--Chalrman, James Labenz; Secretary, Guy Walter. Edward Toner elected ships• delegate. Mon el' collected in · ship'! fund to be used for TV set only. Crew asked to return cups to pantry. Men off watch asked to wait until watch has its coffee. No beefs re· ported by department delegates. STEEL TRAVELER (Isthmian), May 27-Chalrman, R. L. O'Brien; Secre· tary, John Straka, Jr. Everything is 2-unning smoothly so far. $37 in ship's treasur y. Motion to see patrolman regarding allotments being sent to bank in stead of being sent to the homes. Chief engineer removed (ans J n messmen's room . Requested that they be returned or porthole fan be put In. Tanks need cleaning as water Is rnsty all the time. Crew requested to ret urn cups to messhall. Vote of thanks to steward department. EAGLE TRAVELER <Sea Transport), May 20-Chalrman, N. D. Merrick; Secretary, A. O. Pedersen. Ship's delegate reported , that the captain refuses to _send wires to headqua1·ters, and refu ses putting out mo1·e than $20 per m an i n discharge port. Dis· cussion on wages due under termina· MARORE (Ore Navigation), May 19 tion of articles. $20 in ship's fund . -Chairman, Giibert Wolfe; Secretary, Discussion on donating ship's fund L. W. Keloe. Ship' s delegate re· to orphanage at payoff. No beers ported no beefs. Request for new reported by d epartment d elegates. washing machine. Ship needs to be April 29-Chairman, Jesse Lewis; fumigated in Baltimore. -Secretary, John w. Singer. Ship's - delegate reported one man hospi· NATALIE (Maritime Overseas), May talized in Subic Bay. $20 In ship's 1-Chalrman, Robert Hyer; Secretary, Iund. No beefs reported. Robert Ferrandlz. $10 in ship"s treas· ury. . No beefs reported by dep; r t· STEEL RECORDER (Isthmian), June bent delegates. New agitator for 3-Chalrman, W. Davies; Secretary, washing machine .. needed. G. Bortz. Ship's delegate rep01·ted that television antenna was purchased LONGVIEW VICTORY (Victory Car• with $250 safety award. Food on rlers>, ,May ·27-C:halrman, F. E. Tay· ship has deteriorated and menus are lor; Secretary, James M. Nelsor1. poor. Cqntinue war on roaches. Crew Ship sailed one chief cook short. asked to hcl down noi se In passage- MONARCH OF THE SEA lWater· man), June 24--Chalrman, Darins Lee Knapp1 Secretary, Jose L. Ramos. Beef came up in New Orleans re· garding passageways doors being k!!Pt closed Ip Port of New Orleans. Ship's delegate resigned. Ralf Tindei elected new ship's delegate. LUCILE BLOOMFIELD (Bloom· field>, ~Y 27-C:hairman, L. Curry; Secretary, E. Herek. Ship's delegate reported this Is a smooth trip. Cap· . tain asked chew to turn in a ny excess linen. $7.00 in washing machine fund . No beefs i·epurleu by dep artm ent delegates. Motion to write headqu ar· ters and find out why ship doesn ' t r eceive any communications or LOGs. Crew asked to return coffee cups to pantry. Cracked cups should be disposed of. Request for new books in libra1·y and for 5 and 10-dollar bills in draw. Milk in cans is not satisfac· tory and ·-c1·ew wants company to purchase milk in Europe a~ it did be fore. Re quest new ship's library . HENRY <Progressive>, June 29Cha(rman, W. Banks; Secretary, E. Brown. Ship's delegate will fr y a nd contact New York if blowers ar e not on dock in Melville. $16.61 in ship 's fund. No beefs reported by d cp:irt· ment delegates. Bosun made motiOn not to throw anything over i hc side from boat deck. Vote of th:inks given to steward departme nt.. Cre w complaining about noise in passageways. Everyone requ ested to leave laundry and washing machine clean. Bosun t o sand and varnish ben ch es. INES <Bull), June 15- Chairma n, Billy asdell; eScretary, William H. Rhone. Delmar Craig elected ship's delegate, and also ship' s treasurer. No beers reported by llepartment delegates. Motion to send SIU repre· sentatives in Chicago a letter of thank.a for effective action taken on washing machine issue. Bosun or jen· ted new men on SIU deep-sea policy of oper a tion as fa r as cond11l't or work. Vote of thanks extended to steward for improvement tn chow since he took a hand. Small donation asked for ship'• treasury for nece&iiarY expenditures. BETHTEX <Ore), July I-Chairman, S. Garcia; Secretary, J, Yan Sant. James R. Abrams elected new ship's delegate. Motion that vacation plan remain ae now. to be payable every 90 days with payment increased ·to $800.00 a year. ROCKY POINT <Bult), June 38Chairman, George L. Hayes; Secretary, F. R. . Hicks. Jr. Things in good shape. Motion to advise patrolman about welding In tanks at sea. Letter going to headquarters concerning same. Vote of thanks to steward department. ALCOA PURITAN <Alcoa), May 28Chairman, M. Bruton; Secretary, L. Abrams. No beefs reported. Steward wants more cooperation on stores. PANOCEANIC FAITH <Panoceanic Tanketsl, June 17-Chairman, George Ruf; Secretary, Jake Longfellow. No beefs reported by department delegates. Henry Durham elected new ship's delegate. Crew would like to receive LOGs. IMaritime OVERSEAS REBECCA Overseas>, June 17-Chairman, Paul L. hitlow;W Secretary, Richard Christenberry. Chief engineer asks cooperation of crew to conserve the water. Ship's delegate curnmertletl oil SLYlct action to be t aken on performers. No beefs reported by department dele· gates. Motion ma de to have the negotiating committee seek to have stevedores load voyage stores in the future . Letter rega rdin g snme sent to hea dquarters. Sugge sti on that better va1·icty of fried food be put on the m enu . Need mo1·e b ook s for libra r y. Crew a sked to retu r n books to librar y whe n fin ished . STEEL A RCHITECT <Isthm ian ), June 23-Chairman, E. A. Anderson; Secretary, E. W. Goulding. $34 and 16 rupees in ship's f und . Min or dis· puted OT beef in deek a nd engi ne departments. · DEL MUNDO CDelta), June 10 Chairma n, Jack W . Cr;;f t; Secreta ry, T. Trehearne. J ack W, Craft elec ted ship's del egate . Ship is badly in n ee d of a IJ br:i r y a nd fumi ga ti on for some time. No bee fs reported by de· p:ut. m e nt delega te s. COASTAL CRUSADER <Suwannee), May 7- Chairman, Harry Hones; Secretary, Cornelius Allison. $7 in ship 's f und . No beefs r eported by delegates. Crew tha nks the stew,>rrl , b~ke r ani1 3rd cook f or prepa ring ind a n anging picn ic at A~ r n ~ i o n 1 ~1 :i ncl . P le nty t!? ea t and drink. Good tim e w as had by all. No date--Chairman, Geo rge Truesdell; Secretary, C. J. Allison. Ship's delega t e r eported no beefs. Crew well satisfied a s food is good and ship ;s clean. Vote or thanks to ship's delegate J ames Corcora n for a job well done. New sh ip's delegate elected Is Hany Jones. Crew's donation for 01·phanage in Recife , Brazil, wa515 100%. $W.30 In sblp's f und. �Pue Twenty Two .B eatrice Seafarers Tour lzmlr ~-·> .. ' .· ~%f~~!>~-.~·· ..;,;' ·: ? .• .Crewmembers of the Beatrice I Bull I, gather at Izmir, Turkey, beneath a statue of Attaturk, turkish national hero. The group I1-r I includes, Larry McGarry, OS; Eric Coates, OS: Maior Kieth Garman, USAF; Jim Geese, AB; Dave Goldberg, OS, and Pete Madiiwita, AB. Designer Oldti~er LostAir-Sea Search Futile The freighter Steel Designer (Isthmian) was eight hours late docking at Honolulu last month after a futile search was made for a. missing Seafarer, Carl Wilhelm Berg, 5i, of Edge. water, New Jersey. · • Upon discovering that Berg about 4 PM when it was felt there was missing, about 300 miles was no hope left of finding the west of Honolulu, Capt. E. N. Gibhons immediately turned the Steel Designer around and conducted a search of the area where he was believed to be lost. The sea search was aided by ·a plane which was sent to the scene by the C 0 a 8 t Guard. An alld a Y h af ithr - 8 ea searc o e area ultimately turned up no trace of the m i s s i n g crewmember. The steel DeBerg signer was on its way in fr 0 m Kure, Japan, at the time. .The search was finally given up at missing man. Berg, who shipped in the engine department, had been an SIU member since 1942. Seafarer Paul Fr anco ship's delegate on the Steel Designer contacted the LOG to convey th~ sympathy of his shipmates to Berg's family. He noted that "Berg was a good union man-100% all th ay .. e w · Berg's loss from the Designer was also reported '° the LOG separately by Seafarer Frank Wynans, who is presently in the Tripler Army Hospital at Honolulu and read about the event in the local paper. Wynans, who ships on deck, was drydocked after coming off the DeSoto (Waterman). He particularly praised the good seamanship and efforts made by the Designer to locate Berg after the disappearance was discovered. _Mar Skipp~r Passes Word -Boost Fleet Seafarers and passengers alike on the cruise liner Del Mar (Delta) were r ecently treated to a speech promoting the importa nce of a US-flag merchant fleet, while their ship was enroute to South America. Capt. E. L. Cox first made his talk to the ship's passengers. It went ·over so well, according to ship's delegate James M. Miller, the skipper was invited to deliver the speech again at a ship's meeting. Warmly received by,.-the gang on the Del Mar, the speech was forwarded to the LOG on a motion by Seafarer Nick Lomas. Citing facts and figures to support his presentation, Capt. Cox had a receptive audience on both occasions. "Since the very founding of our country we have been a maritime nation," he noted. "The need for a strong and virile mer· chant fleet is well recognized by our government leaders of both parties. "The peacetime economic impact of an American-flail fleet is reason enough alone, without considering wartime .or national emergency situations, why we must maintain our merchant marine," Looking to the future, Captain Cox added: "We in America can be justly proud of our merchant marine and strive to make it second to none . • . Be proud you are seamen-be proud you are Americans doing a Job which benefits us all." LOG-A-RHYTHM: The Painter By Roy L. Hinson Who. pain ted the foliage of · the t rees, 01· caused the fruit to gr ow? Who fed t he working little bees, Or sent the blanket of snow? The painter was just passing by; It was one we do not know; Just painting things that soon must die, To be covered with the snow. The painter covers the treetops In colors-yellow, red and gold, Washing every l eaf with dewdrops, Just as the story is told. Notify Union On LOG Mail Seafarer Duke Sampson, carpenter on the Portmar (Calmar I, will remember August I0 for a long time, Here he is at th e Miss Universe contest in Lon g Beach, Calif., with Miss Philippine Islands !left) and Miss Holland. Duke is the one grinning in the center. As Seafarers know, copies of ea~h issue of the SEAFARERS LOG are mailed every month to all SIU ships as· well as to numerous clubs, bars and other overseas spots where Seafarers congregate ashore. The procedure for mailing the LOG involves calling all SIU steamship companies. for the itineraries of their ships. On the basis of the information supplied by the ship oper· ator, fou r copies of the LOG, the headquarters report and minutes forms are then airmailed to the agent in the next port. Similarly, the seamen's clubs get various quantities of LOGs at every mailing. The LOG is sent to any club when a Seafarer.. . .so reG.uests it by notifying the LOG office that Seafar ers congregate there. As always the Union would like to hear promptly from SIU ships whenever the LOG and ship's mail is not delivered so that the Union can maintain a day-to-day check on the accuracy of its mailing lists. WGLL., FE'LL~ ~IT'LL co~; YOU .f76 IOFIX'(OUR SET.- YEP, ,you Gar AREAL. PROBLEM - •AllBAllA PllllTCHll U, H. Wlfto chenr>, ·Mllr 10--C:h1trm1n, L• Wlllu tecm1rr, Alfred A. Bernel'L ShlP•• clel••ate reported that he wt.heel all -·-• • ....., .ran u 11noot'"'...., u =·•on~;:.ro beefs at alL • 11.00 ill Cherlet Locke. 15,40 ill lhlp'• fl&Dd. ... _ No beefe report.cl. IUUeltl1111 - t pantn' .a nd reo:reatlon room be Jrttt olean Cob bJ' the of enfltijt cnw. an coaperatlon &o lie btoulht 4owa from .top.'1d• w~t ill u1e. . · -- ' . 0ITY 01' ALMA <W•terman>, M1y t0-Ch1lrm1n, '· ~. Morrlu Secretary, O. '· ~tchell. 17.00 ill movie fund but 17.811 more owed for projector part.. No betfa reported by department delegate•. Dl.scusslon O_!l purchaslnf movie scr een in Japan. - FANWOOD CIH·L•nd), MIJ 17Chalr.m•n, Johnnie Honte1 M. Gr1y. SuHeltion madi ·tO · dep1rtment• about holdlnS meetlnl bl each department. VoU Qi t han.U to ateward department. Oollectlon to bl made for TV 1et. FANWOOD (Sh-Lind), .lune 21Ch1lrm1n Johnnie H09gle1 Secretary, Joh!' llusso. Shlp'a dete1ate reported that all repatra were completed. Wlll try to •et f1.,_. ill all h111d1. Request that negotlatln1 committee negotiate for l6·1nch fana in all roo~s. Request lecreNQ o. BEAUREGARD (SH·Land), .lune ,_ Ch1lrm1n, .lohnsoni Secretary, C1ntwell. Ship'• delegate reported evel'J'• thins OK. KYSKA (W1term1n>, M•Y 30-Chalrm1n, Pete Bl1l1ek1 Secretary, Bern11'd Donnelly. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departmentl. Vote ·o f thanktl to ship'• delegate. See pat,rolman regardlnl a better llop chest. Present slop chest inadequate. MORNING LIGHT <Waterman), Mly 3C.-C:h1lrm1n, Hugh Hollmani lee,... tary, a. McNally. One man . mlaed ahlp ln Honolulu. Motion to have .1blp fumigated. Captain dlscontlnued OT. No beefs reported. __.__ OIL MAR CDelt1), June 3-Ch•lf\; man, Henry M1111 Secretary, .l1tnM M. Miiier. Motion made to alve m1n no payoffa on weekenda if possible. who broke hi.I arm ln Bueno• Air111 D.l.scunton on water cooler beinS 150.00 from lhlp'1 fund. Contact port moved from recreation rooma to lltar- captaln about flxlng crew's TV for board p.-•ewa,.. -., that orew will better reception. not have to walk through meAroom l'LORIDA STAT• <Everglades), May in ahorta. 21-Chalrmen, Funk Mateo1 lecret1ry, Luther Roberts. No beef1 reBliTHPLOll <Ore), M•Y 27-Ch1lrm1n, Greyi SHret1ry, Bedell. 1211.00 ported. Motion to collect money for in 1hlp'1 .fund. Each m an asked to a ship'• fund at payoff. Write letter contribute a& ce11t• ai payoff to build to headquarter11 to request that ·Miaml up fund. Motion to have deck e!lP- hall be used for shipping, Motion to neer.. job and engine utlllty'• Job hold safety meetlnfa. clarifted and to have watch foo'llH OVIRSEAI IVA <Maritime Over· f9r the engine department on ore 11iip1. See why crew can't 1et paid 11111>, April 16-Ch1lrm1n, Simuel O. 811ley1 Secretary Vincent J. Fltzger· for launch 111rvii:• when lhlp anchor• above baJ' brld1e. Di1Cussion on eld. Ship's >delegate repor ted very chanflnf v11cat1on plan. Reque.t poor cooperation from topside regardlar1et fan ill recreation room ind ln1 repairs. DlscuS1lon on tranllJ)ortafQl' more ict cream to be put aboqd. tlon. Captain 111ema pleased with enFilippo Carlino elected shlp'1 clele· tire crew. Vote of thank11 to 1hlp'1 delegate. Steward request• crew to fate. turn ln excess linen. Discussion on TRANSWARRliN <Tr. n 1 entern), verJ' poor grade of fruit and vegeMay 27-Ch1lrm1n, CharlH T. Scotti tabl111 purchased in Japan. Vote of Secretary, R. Agular. Ship'• delegate thanks to steward department for Job reported everythinf running smoothly. well done. No disputed OT. H 11hip doe11n't lay BETHFLOR (Ore Navigation), April up the captain would like to keep the same crew for the next voyage. 16-Chalrman, Charl111 B•d•lh SecreSuggestion made to have water cooler tary, Mlch11I Anglno. Shlp'1 delegate in.tailed in engine room because the resigned and given a vote of thanks first assistant disconnected tha water for a good Job. 120 was collected for ~e 10 that the black ganf cannot old TV set to be u sed to start a 11hlp's 1.et cold water. Vote of thanlul to fund. Discriminating practice of sub· the steward and steward department jectlng only the unlicensed personnel for putting out tbt beet food . Crew to medical examination at every payregrets loH of the best chief cook off In Baltimore on coastwlse articles Agreement that ever sailed for the SIU. Captain should be abolished., praised for cooperation with the should state the deslrable_ maxJmum and m inimum temperature for a crew. foc'sle to be considered livable. RePRODUCER CMnlne Carriers>, Aprll quest fan back In recreation room 29-Chalrman, Pd Ragas1 Secretary, and wind chutes. Crew would llke P. H. Johnson. Pat Fox elected ship's better assortment of flsh put aboard. delegate. No beefs reported by de· Jose Martinez elected ship's delegate. partment delegates. Crew requests Steerlnit engine room door to be closed at night. more home-fried potatoes on menu. MARORE (Orel, May 19-Chairman, Giibert Wolfe1 Secretary, ThomH Walston. No beefs reported. Crew requests new washing machine and to have ship fumigated. Steward de· partment requested to make fresh coffee each meal and to put out mayonnaise, mustard, etc., ln night pantry. GATEWAY CITY (Sea·Land), May 29-Chalrman, .Paul Calibaugh1 Sicretary, Fred G. Oestman. No beefs reported by department delegate!. Request for chairs in recreation room. _Exter minator n eeded aboard ship. JEAN (JSull), Aug, 3-Chalrman, James Manni Secretary, D. Brancocclo. No beefs reported. Ship's delegate r esigned but was asked to stay on job. He will continue as long as members give full cooperation. STEEL RECORDER (Isthmian), Aprll 22-Chalrtnan, F. McCall1 Secretary, C. Bort:r. Crew voted to purchase TV set with money from Safety Award. Captain accepting Sl cont ributions for ~ Mercha nt Marine Libr ary Asso· ciatlon. Crew to enter 4 days lodging f or lack of cold water in showers and will refer m atte r to patrolman. Motion that negotiating committee see to abolition of all gangway watches p tissed with one dissenting vote by deck depar tment. Vote of thanks t o steward department . Suggestion that curtains be supplied for each f oc'sle and laundered with linen. Motion to revise ya catlon plan. WILD RANGER (Waterman), April 15-Chalrman, Bob Sullivan/ Secretary, "Whitey" ·Johnson. Captain re· quests that all draw lists be initialed by name of crewmember. Johnson elected new ship's dele gate. , Keep laundry Clean. Consider brothers sleeping off watch and keep down noise. Headquarters to be contacted about 48-hour saUlng board ' and changing vacation pay. New OT clause urged for 1111 , p o!'t watches after 5 PM and befor e 8 AM weekdays, ANDREW JACKSON (Waterman), M•Y 7-Chalrman, W. A. Wallach1 Secretary, 0. R. Dolan. Ship's delegate and two others hospitalized In Honolulu. Deck delegate repor ted a 4-hour disputed OT beer for sh~tlng ship In Houston. No callback posted. J. A. Tucker elected to take the place of hospitalized ship's delegate. SEATRAIN NEW JERSEY <Sea• train>, May 21-Chalrman, Biiiy Edelman/ Secretary, J. Rlelly. ll,1 ln ship's fund. No beefs r eported by d epartment delega tes. Motion made to change vacation plan . Hanson elected new ship's delegate. DE SOTO (Waterman), May 20 Chairman, R. C. Hamlett; Secreta ry, W. Conner. Ship's delegate r e ported . no wa ter for 24 hou rs, no money for draws In New York and no launch service In Tunis. Need cold water tank aft. $10.56 In ship's · fund. Motion made that negotiating committee see ii something can be done about . VENORI <Orel, May 27-Chalrman, air-conditioning on all SIU ships even Harry David Fitzgerald/ Secretary, if only in t he messrooms. ~·HEYJ Wl-4AT~ l-lAPPENING ~!! THE SHIP/; MOJ'/llGJJ! ~ VSP.... vou GOT AREAL PROBLEM! �Page Twenty" Three FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes land wat ers District makes specific proviaion for safeguarding tne membership's money ana Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed CPA audit every three months by a rank and file aud~ti ng co111111ittee elected by the membership. ·All Union records are available at SIU headquarters in Brooklyn. Should any member, for any reason, be refuaed his constitutional right to inspect these records, notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mail, ret ~rn receipt requested. . . ),>tf. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes . and Inland water• District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All theae a1reement• apecify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall conaist equally of union and management representati vea and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial recor4s are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. If, at any time, you are denied information about any SIU trust fund, notify SIU President Paul Hall at SIU headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. ' Among the many SIU families visiting headquarters during the past few weeks were Seafarer Angel Rosa, with his wife, Maria; son Angel, 12, and daughter Soraida, 11 months. The family lives in nearby Camden, NJ, and Rosa shipped the last time out in the deck gang on the Raphael Semmes I SeaLand). abouts of the above-named is asked to contact his parents .at 128 Car· rolton Rd., Norfolk, Va. Phone: JU 7-6312. ;\, ;\:. ;1. Harry L. Feldberg Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the above is asked to contact Miss L. Davidson, Suite 4027, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee 3, Wis. ;\; ;\:. ;\:. Robert Nielsen Get in touch with Kenneth Hel;\; Morbury ;\:. ler, attorney, 277 Broadway, New Gordon D. . Contact Mrs. J. R. Dixon, 435 W. York 7, NY. I ;\:. ;\:. ;\:. · 34th St., Nor folk 8, Va. ;\; ;\; ;\:. Dallas T. Newsome Daniel J. (Lucky) Nelson, Jr. Contact your brother and send Anyone knowing the where- your correct address to 500 Spring St., Richmond, Va. ;\; ;\:. ;\:. Tax Refunds Due Income tax refund checks are being held for the following SIU members by Jack Lynch, Room 201, SUP Building, 450 Harrison St., San Francisco 5, Calif. SIU Atlantic, Gulf Freddie Bailey, Margarito Borja, lakes & Inland Waters Charles H. Bush, Samuel S. V. District Carubba, Dao Kihg Chae, John w. Curlew; John J. Doyle, Fortunato PRESIDENT ~ Paul Hall Drilon, Fong Yao King, Ho Yung EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Kong, Milledge P. Lee, Elmer J. Cal Tanner Moe, Alli Nasroen, Sheffield NerVICE PRESIDENTS kitt, Potenciano Pac~lba, ConsorClaude· Simmons Lindsey Williama cios Padies, Sammy Roga_mos, Earl Shepard Al Tanner Wong Chung Chuw Sai, Marvin E. SECRETARY-TREASuRER SatcheJl, Grover C. Turner, Ding ·Al Kerr HEADQUARTERS REPRES!:NTATIVES Hai Woo, Yung P. Woo. Bill Hall Ed Mooney Fred Stewart ;\; ;\:. ;\:. BALTIMORE . . .. .. . 1216 E. Baltimore St. Raymond Ruppert Rex Dickey, Agent EAstern '1-4900 - CaU Bi11 Kearney, Fort Lee, BOSTON . . . . . . . . ....... . . . 276 State St John Fa:r. Agent Richmond 2·0140 NJ at Windsor '7-3650. DETROIT 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. ;\:. ;\:. ;\:. Vlnewood 3-4'141 William Wootton HEADQUARTERS . . ., 615 4tb Ave .• Bklyn Cont~ct your sister Anne. HYacinth 9·6600 HOUSTON .... . . .. . .•.... ~04 Canal St. ;\:. ;\; ;\; Paul Drozak, Agent ... , •... W Alnut 8-3207 Paul (Red) King JACKSONVILLE .2608 Pearl St., SE., Jax Contact Don Wagner, 1405 ~llllam Morrls, Agent YLgln 3-0987 MIAMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '144 W . Flagler St. Cedardale, Lancaster, Texas. Ben Gonzales, Agent FRanklln 7-3564 ;\; ;\; ;\; MOBILE . .. . .. . .. . . . J South Lawrence St. Baggage Held Louis Neira, Agent HEmlock 2-1754 Baggage is being held at the NEW ORLEANS . .. .. . . 630 Jackson Ave. Buck Stephens. Agent . . . . . Tel. 529·7546 Erie Basin Terminal for the fol· NEW YORK ... . . . 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn lowing men, who are asked to HYacinth 9-6600 contact W. Hollwedel, Marine PerNORFOLK .. ..... . .. . . .. 416 Colley Ave sonnel Div., Isthmian Lines, re625-6505 Gordon Spencer, Acting Agent garding their gear: James Gorman, PHILADELPHIA . . . . . : .2604 S. 4tb St Frank Drozak, Agent DEwey 6-38te John J. Schwabland, James PeterSAN FRANCISCO . . . 450 Harrison St son, J. Misadian. SHIPPING RIG11I'S. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected by the conof the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, and by Union shipping rules, which are incorporated in the contract. Get to know your shipping rights. If you feel there bas been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights, first notify the Seafarers Appeals Board. Also notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters, by certified mail, return receipt requested. ~ tracts CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for or on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. In addition, notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mail, return receipt requested • . Beltrar Pino Important. Contact Gabric Erika, Drvarska Ul. M., Spilt, Yugoslavia. ;\; ;\; ;\; Pete Amoren Contact Bob Edmonds at the NY SIU hall. He is holding union and personal papers. ;\; ;\; ;\; Juan I. Gomez Contact the records department at SIU headquarters, which is holding check for you from Peninsular Navigation Co. "' EDITOOIAL POLICY--SEAFARERS LOG. The L_9G has tradHionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deem~ ed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy bas been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports, The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. . ....., .. . . .-~····:···:· ~ 0 . PAYllEl'1' OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official ·union receipt . is given for same. Under no circumstance should any member pay any money for .any reason unless he is given such receipt, If in the . event anyone attempts to require any such pay ment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should iD1111ediately be called to the attention of SIU President Paul Hall by certified mail, return receipt requested. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGJn'S AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the SEAFARERS LOG a verbatim copy of its constitution. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves ·with its contents. Any time you -feel any member or officer is attemptin' to deprive you of any constitutional right or. obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immed~ately notify SIU President Paul Hall by certified mail, return receipt requested. .·n·~·::•:!.:.. .• . ,':;_:,:.:;~:~·.-: . . ;.:.»:.' ·.;,· ·., ~ •. -~: : :=:-::::::.~·:·~·:·,:. ~·=~·· _,. ...,.,...... ..... .. .-.-.-r. ::v:::&.: .•-:..; .•·.·-. -· ... .:,:.··:: .:::::.. .........~ .. ·.-:-. -.·;·;-·· · .. ~. ~ . .....:...:.:.~::... ;-"-·"·· RETIRED SEAFARERS. Old-time SIU members drawing disability-pension benefits have always been encouraged to continue their union activities, including attendance at me~bership meetings. And like all _other SIU members at these Union meeti ngs, they are encouraged to take an active role in all rank-and-file functions, including service on rank-and-file committees. Because these oldtimers cannot take shipboard employment, the membership has ·reaffirmed the long-standing Union policy of allowing them to retain their good standing through the ~aiving of ~heir dues. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guarunteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU ·constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discr i minated against because of race, creed, color, national or ~ographic origin. If w1y member feels that he is denied tbe equal rights to which tie is entitled, he should notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters by certi fied mail, return receipt requested. Your sister Pat's telephone is Line, 2 Broadway, New York 4, changed to GL 4-3374. NY: . Joseph · Blank, Kevin B. Skelly, WiIJiam Turpin, Robert Berryman, Bob Schaffer D.A.L. Worrell, Herman J. Holmes, Anyone knowing the whereCecll P. Diltz, Anthony P. Rogers, E. F. Borodenko, S. CalJinicos, Wil- .a bouts of the above is asked to liam Hart, J. R. Rutherford, James contact Pat Driscol, USPH Service H. Smith, Genaro H. Ruiz, Frank J Crosbie, Leon E;. Foskey. Frank Boyne, Agent Douglas 2·4401 E. B. McAuley, We~t Coast Rep. Samuel Bacon Cunningham LesJie J. Brilhart SAN'tURCE. PR 1313 Fernande2 Juncos , -- Stop 20 You are asked to contact your eonlact your mother who was in Keith .Terpe, Hq. Rep. Phone 723·0003 father, John J . Cunningham, at the hospital. Dad and Robert. SEA'rrLE . 2505 1st Ave 1484 Wigmore S~.. JacksonviJie, Ted Bab~owski, Agent MAln 3-4334 ;\:. ;\:. ;\; Fla. Urgent. TAMPA ~ . .. . . .. . .. . ... 312 Harrison St Money Due Jeff Gillette. Agent · 229-2788 Unclaimed wages are being-held WILMINGTC>.N . ~aut ll05 N Marine Ave Anthony Korsak f~~ ... the ~-?~lowing men by Robin . <:eorge...~carJ,~ef ~-~nt ... '.l:.~Jn!nal_.4-~5,~8,,, ........ Hospital, Staten Island, NY. Calvin Bertram Jones You are asked to get in touch with Theodore A. Rahl , Sr., 3306 Dorchester Road, Balt imore 15, Md. .ALL ~ANDGf ~'~Jf~ JN YOUR. LOCAL- AND 111 GTA7E ELECTIONS• 1 • �.OFlriCIAL ORGAN Of' TH! S!AP'ARI •• INtl"NATIONAL UNlQt:f • ATLAN.TJC, <IULP', LAKES AND INLAND ·-- 0 our • W~T'!RI DISTRICT.· A't·OIO .e f .- GET 'IOUR l'A,ERI IN ORDER . ,• .. One of your Union's proudest aqcomplishments is the hard-won and steadily-improved SIU Welfare Plan that has developed over th-e years Into a wide-ranging program of ben~fits available to serve every .Seafarer and his family. Seafarers should be sure to have the following on file · at the Welfare Plan or readily available in the ev~nt of any claims for benefits: No matter which one of the many SIU benefits is involved, any Seafarer, or his wife, dependent child or parent, can readily take advantage of the Welfare Pla11 whenever needed-from major surgery to a new pair o.f eyeglasses. Where cash payments are required, checks are usually ready within a matter of hours after application is made-providing the necessary documents gre available. . · • Marriage license and children's birth certificates ••• to simpli(y payment of all family· benefits. In their own interest, Seafarers can do much to help keep the Plan working smoothly by taking care of a little necessary paper Work in advance. Once done, this assures prompt_ processing of any ·type .of claim for themselves or their dependents. • Enrollment-beneficiary card • · •• completely filled out, signed and dated. It can be revised at any time. • Medical abstracts from· USPHS, doctors' bills, etc., ••• to support claims for themselves or dependents. • Proof of seatime ••• to meet the Basic Eligibility Requirement of one day in the previous six months plus 90 days Jn the last calendar year. - Do It nowl Seafarers International· Union Of North Ameriea Atlantic, Gull, Lakes And Inland Wafers District · ·AFL-CIO � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1962 Description An account of the resource Headlines: $800 VACATION CREDITS BEGIN OCTOBER 1 MTD UNIONS HIT RED-FLAG SHIP YUGO VESSEL CARRIED CARGO TO CUBA AFL-CIO SANCTIONS LOOM FOR NMU IN ROBIN CASE YUGO SHIP TIED UP BY GULF MTD CONTRACTORS READY BIDS FOR NEW NORFOLK HALL SIU SHIPS COME TO AID OF REFUGESS FROM CUBA SIU TAXIMEN WIN 54-2 IN TEAMSTER HOME PORT LONGSHORE TIE-UP LOOMS IN ATLANTIC, GULF PORTS US MAY BOOST OVERSEAS FARM SURPLUS SHIPMENTS HOMELESS PHILIPPINE CREW HOSTED BY PACIFIC SIU LAKES MEN VOTE OFFICERS IN BIENNIAL BALLOTING SIU RAIL TUGMEN, RR UNIONS FIGHT JOB-CUT MERGERS RRS ADMIT BOXSHIPS BEST FOR EAST-WEST FREIGHT MEBA, MMP RAP HOFFA RAIDING IN BARGE FLEET UNANIMOUS VOTE BRINGS SHERIDAN SEA-TUG PACT TOKYO CHOLERA FEAR HOLDS LINERS UIW WINS A SOLID VOTE, CONTRACT IN NORFOLK SHOP GETS $14,000 SIU WELFARE BENEFITS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/1962 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXIV, No. 9 1962 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/96357852d886fe150b24bf52487855cd.PDF e515dfb1dc41c76ce06d4deed15a07ae PDF Text Text Vol. XXXI No. 11 SEAFARERSvLOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION . ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO V;:. 6REAT lAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSIOH FUND Annual Report Rled WRh NoY. State insurancd DepartnMnt 21 iERs mmvuM Annual Repert Fileil WR| II.Y. State insurance Dnpar^nt p!'-- - • :7-. • 'A-.?.! �Page Two SEAFARERS September, 1969 LOG Six More Seafarers Get Licenses; Engineer Upgraders Now Total 349 The School of Marine Engi­ neering, sponsored jointly by the SIU and MEBA District 2, has graduated six more Seafarers from the engine department. All have earned engineer's licenses following successful completion of the comprehensive training program offered by the school. These new graduates bring to 349 the total number of Seafar­ ers who have completed the School's course and have gone on to pass their Coast Guard licensing examinations. Edmund Richard Rivers, 22, was born in Brooklyn and makes his home there now with his Rivers Laboda wife and child. He joined the Union in the Port of New York in 1965 at which time he was a graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Rivers sailed as FOWT before entering the school of engineer­ ing last March. In August he received his Temporary Third Assistant Engineer's License. Thaddeus Laboda, 56, joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1953. Born in Philadelphia, Brother Laboda logged a good deal of seatime as an oiler be­ fore being accepted to the en­ gineering school in October, 1968. With his seatime experi­ ence and successful completion of comprehensive training and instruction at the school, he passed the Coast Guard licens­ ing exam last month and is now sailing as a Third Assistant En­ gineer. David Bryon Dawson, 27, joined the SIU in the Port of San Francisco and shipped out as FOWT before he entered the school of engineering in April. He received a Third Assistant Engineer's License on July 31. Born in Taft, California, Broth­ er Dawson now lives in Cam­ bria, California. A new temporary third as­ Water Pollution Bill Reported To Senate Alms at OH Spills WASHINGTON — Legisla­ tion aimed at protecting the na­ tion's water resources as well as its beaches from oil and other pollutants has been re­ ported favorably by the Senate Committee on Public Works after hearings which extended over a period of six months. That part of the proposed legislation—^the Water Quality Improvement Act of 1969— which drew the greatest con­ troversy was its "absolute liabil­ ity" clause. This states that polluters of U.S. waters will be liable to the government up to $14 million or $125 per gross registered ton in the case of vessels. This would not apply in cases involving Acts of God or war, damages caused by third parties or U.S. government neg­ ligence. However, the burden of proof is on the party respon­ sible for the immediate effects. Shipowners had taken excep­ tion to the "absolute liability" concept during the hearings, pointing out besides that the $450 per gross registered ton figure originally proposed was "simply not insurable" in the world insurance market. The version agreed upon in the Sen­ ate committee reduced the $450 to $125. Oil Spills Damaging "Frequent oil spills from ves­ sels and from on-and off-shore facilities have ruined beaches and lowered the quality of our rivers and shore waters and have jeopardized animal and vege­ table life," the committee report states. "The spills from the Torrey Canyon and the Ocean Eagle have been spectacular examples of this danger, but the damage from repeated but unpublicized lesser incidents and intentional dumping is steadily increasing. This can no longer be tolerated. "Too often, the government has been unable to respond quickly enough to control the situation, or has not been in­ formed of the incident. Fre­ quently, the offenders have made no attempt to cleanup the spill and have gone unpunished. This bill attempts to correct these deficiencies." The Act deals with oil pollu­ tion, whether caused by dis­ charge from vessels or onshore or offshore facilities, sewage dis­ charge from vessels, and the dis­ charge of hazardous substances into bodies of water. Liabilities are assessed and penalties imposed on owners or operators of vessels for the costs of removal of oil spills by the government in cases where the owner or operator refuses to clean up the discharge or does not do so promptly and ade­ quately. The legislation, S. 7, which takes over from a similar bill on which action had not been concluded during the past Con­ gress, is now due for action on the full Senate floor. Its author is Senator Edmund S. Muskie (D-Me.), who presided over the hearings. Amendment Proposed To SIU Constitution sistant engineer. Warren Bullard, was sailing as a wiper be­ fore entering the school of Engineering in February, 1969. Brother Bullard, 29, joined the Union in the Port of Philadel­ phia in 1962. He is a native of Lakeland, Florida and now lives A resolution to amend the SIU Constitution was submitted by Secretary-Treasurer A1 Kerr, in behalf of the Executive Board, to the September membership meeting at SIU Headquarters in New York. The text of the resolution is as follows: WHEREAS, under our Constitution in voting for the election of officers and amending our Constitution, the Constitution pro­ vides that they be conducted in a manner which requires Polls Committees at certain times and places with a member having to be present and personally voting at that time; and WHEREAS, this procedure has at times created an unnecessary burden in carrying out a vote and may under the present conditions unnecessarily expose the results of such voting to unwarranted attack, which would require the spending of the Union's monies to oppose such attack and at the same time, would prevent the outcome of the membership's vote from being put into effect; and WHEREAS, it is recommended to change the method of such voting to some type of system of mail balloting, at the same time, holding on to for the membership and Union, their participation Dawson Bullard in such procedures; and WHEREAS, under our Constitution, proposed constitutional in Philadelphia with his wife, amendments and action to be taken upon such amendments, must Lenora. first be authorized by the membership, after which a Constitutional Stephen Joseph May, 34, is Committee is elected with the duty and authority to act on the a native of Mount Vernon, amendments and make changes, corrections, substitutions, and/or New York. He now makes his , • XT 1 XT T I make recommendations. The recommendations made, may inome m ewar , ew elude other proposed constitutional changes and after which the Brother May joined the SIU in | Committees' action is submitted to the membership for acceptance, the Port of New York in 1967. modification or rejection. If accepted by the membership, a refer­ He sailed as FOWT prior to endum vote is then conducted on same. enrolling in the engineering THEREFORE, it is school last March. He received RESOLVED, that our Constitution be amended to provide that his Third Assistant Engineer's in conducting votes for officers and for constitutional amendments License in August. Seafarer and with regard to constitutional amendments, unless otherwise May served a hitch in the Navy required by a majority vote of the membership, the voting shall be by mail ballot, and further from 1954 to 1958. RESOLVED, that the procedure or details of such mail ballot­ Robert Holley, 30, sailed as ing be contained in the recommendations of a Constitutional Com­ FOWT before being accepted mittee to be elected in the event this proposed resolution is ac­ by the School of Engineering in cepted by the membership as constitutionally required. That such May, 1969. He graduated with Constitutional Committee make such other recommendation on his Third Engineer's License in mail balloting procedure, along with recommendations for any August. A native of Rocky proposed constitutional amendments as the Committee may feel Mount, North Carolina, Brother needed or appropriate, such as, included but not limited to, mem­ Holley now lives in Norfolk, bership requirements, including financial requirements, length of Virginia. He joined the SIU in service; election procedures, constitutional definitions and any the Port of Norfolk in 1967. other constitutional subject. RESOLVED, as constitutionally provided, the resolution be Seafarer Holley served in the voted upon by the membership at the constitutional ports of New Army from 1956 until 1959. York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Detroit, Houston, New Orleans All engine department Sea­ and Mobile, and, if concurred in, the Constitutional Committee of farers are eligible for any of six (6) book members be elected at the Port of New York, Head­ the upgrading programs at the quarters, at a special meeting to be held thereat, at 2:00 P.M. on Union-sponsored School of Ma­ September 22, 1969, and finally, RESOLVED, in the event that such Constitutional Committee's rine Engineering, providing they are at least 19 years of age and | report and recommendations are thereafter accepted by the mem­ bership for voting as constitutionally required, such referendum vote be over a thirty (30) day period by secret ballot. That the voting shall commence no earlier than thirty (30) days, but no later than ninety (90) days after the membership approves the report and recommendations for a membership referendum vote. Fraternally submitted by A1 Kerr, Secretary-Treasurer In behalf of Executive-Board Holley have a minimum of 18 months of O.M.E.D. watchstanding time in the engine department in addition to at least six months experience as wiper or the equiv­ alent. Any Seafarer who qualifies and wishes to enroll in the school may obtain additional information and make applica­ tion for enrollment at any SIU hall. Information can also be obtained by writing to SIU headquarters, 675 Fourth Ave­ nue, Brooklyn, New York 11232, or by telephoning the school at (212) 499-6600. Home on the Range '1 f :) (, •if •h \ * II y A few words of advice and a warm sendoff accompany SIU Welfare Director Al Bernstein's delivery of first pension check to Seafarer John Szczepanski, shown at left. Szczepanski last sailed on the Albany as third cook, and will now practice his skill at his home in Jersey City, New Jersey. Photograph was taken at New York SIU hall. �September, 1969 SEAFARERS Prompt Replies Requested To Pension Questionnaires (The following letter, along with a pension supplement and questionnaire, has been mailed to all members of the Union. It is of the utmost importance that these question­ naires be filled out and returned to the Union as soon as possible. The committee elected by the membership to review and recommend ways and means to improve the Pension Plan will depend on your ideas and suggestions.) September 15, 1969 Dear Fellow Seafarer: Your Union has run a pension supplement containing a questionnaire in the last several issues of the Seafarers LOG with the request that all members fill it out and send it in. In our recently concluded negotiations it was announced to our Membership, after obtaining new wage scales, that only two items remained open—the Pension Plan and the Vacation Plan. We have just concluded negotiations for our Vacation Plan, and the payments are now: Entry Ratings, $1,000; Middle Ratings, $1,200; Key Ratings, $1,400. This now leaves us with the immediate task of improving our Pension Plan. Accordingly, you are strongly urged to fill out the enclosed questionnaire and send it in at once in the self-addressed, postage-paid envelope provided. This is important due to the fact that at the October meeting of the constitutional branches of the SIU, our Mem­ bership will vote whether or not to establish a Pension Re­ view Committee. If carried in the October meetings, then on November 17, 1969, we shall elect such a committee in these Constitutional Ports at a special meeting for the purpose of reviewing and recommending ways and means to improve our Pension Plan. We should make available to that Committee all information possible as to the attitude and opinion of our Membership. Therefore, if you have not previously doif^so, please fill out the enclosed questionnaire and mail it back to us imme­ diately. Your co-operation will be greatly appreciated. Fraternally, Paul Hall, President Rep. Rosenthal Tells MTD: S/U Wins Major Vataiion Intreases For Rated Meu iu All Departments This latest major improve­ Continued bargaining negoti­ ations on the new SIU freight- ment in the SIU Vacation Plan ship and tanker agreements has marks the 12th time the benefits resulted in a major improvement have been increased through ne­ in vacation benefits. Under the gotiations since the program was terms of a newly-negotiated va­ first established in 1951. The cation clause, unlicensed Sea­ original SIU Vacation Plan—a farers in all middle and key landmark in the maritime indus­ ratings will receive increases in try—provided annual vacations annual vacation pay ranging of $115 for all unlicensed sea­ from $200 to $400. Annual men. By 1956, vacation benefits vacation for entry ratings will were up to $260, and continued remain at $1,000. up still further in 1960 to $400 Following is the breakdown a year. of the new vacation schedule, Then, in 1962, the Union which is retroactive to June 16, again secured increased vaca­ 1969: tion benefits—^this time doubling Deck Department: boatswain the rate to $800—and also did and carpenter—$1,400 per year; away with the requirement that A.B. maintenance, quartermas­ a Seafarer had to work aboard ter, able seaman—$1,200 per one vessel for a full year or more to be elegible for vacation pay. year. Engine Department: chief In 1966, the vacation benefit in­ electrician, second electrician, creased again to $1,000. unlicensed junior engineer (day), Since it was first established, unlicensed junior engineer thousands of Seafarers have re­ (watch), pi umber/machinist, ceived a total of more than $67 deck engineer, engine utility, million in benefits under the chief pumpman (tankers), sec­ ond pumpman/engine mainte­ nance (tankers)—$1,400 per year. Evaporator maintenance, oiler, oiler-diesel, watertender, fireman/watertender, fireman— WASHINGTON—An order $1,200 per year. ensuring the maximum use of Steward Department: chief steward, steward/cook, chief commercial U.S.-flag ships in cook, cook and baker—$1,400; transporting government car­ second cook, third cook—$1,- goes to or from the United States has been issued by Robert L. 200. Kunzig, General Services Ad­ ministrator. GSA procurement regulations will now spell out the required use of American-flag vessels whenever possible to move gov­ ernment-owned equipment, ma­ terials or commodities. When U.S.-flag commercial vessels are not available, the contractor years. Today, with one-twentieth must obtain GSA approval to of our cargoes traveling in use foreign-flag vessels. "The order not only requires American ships, we are sixth in world shipping and about tenth the use of U.S.-flag ships when­ ever possible, but prohibits the in shipbuilding. " The congressman, a member use of foreign-flag vessels that of the Government Operations have been engaged in trade with Committee, expressed his be­ Cuba or North Vietnam," Kun­ lief that the problems with the zig pointed out. This includes foreign-flag maritime industry come not from the Commerce Depart­ vessels which have been listed ment, but from "inefficient gov­ in the Federal Register by the Maritime Administration as ernment." In regards to shipbuilding, he having called at a Cuban port said, requests made by MARAD on or after January 1, 1963, or for funds have been "slashed to at a North Vifetnamese port on ribbons by the various layers or after January 25, 1966—un­ less GSA approval is first ob­ of bureaucracy." tained. "We must re-establish an in­ Beyond providing emphasis dependent Maritime Admini­ and stricter enforcement to pro­ stration—we must give it what­ cedures outlined in the Cargo ever legislative tools it needs— Preference Act of 1936, the and we must give it the money amendment also serves to draw that is required to get the job the attention of other govern­ done. ment agencies to cargo prefer­ "In that way, we can again ence regulations, Kunzig noted. get on with the job of doing The SIU—as well as Ameri­ what we set out to do in 1936— can-flag shipowners—has main­ to promote a strong merchant tained that, despite the Cargo marine that vyill serve our com­ Preference Act, which requires mercial shipping needs—and that American-flag ships receive that can act successfully as an a minimum of 50 percent of auxiliary to our armed forces." government-originating cargoes. Independent MARAD Only Remedy Fer U.S. Fleet's 'Diastrous' Plight WASHINGTON—One of the 170 congressmen who have sponsored legislation to restore the Maritime Administration to independent status. Representa­ tive Benjamin S. Rosenthal (DN.Y.) explained here why he believed this approach was nec­ essary in order to remedy what he termed "today's disastrous maritime situation." "You can't argue with facts," the New York congressman told a meeting sponsored by the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment. "And the facts are that when our merchant marine program was being run as an in­ dependent entity, the merchant marine prospered—since its jurisdiction was transferred to the Department of Commerce, our merchant marine has de­ cayed. "I think it's time to return to the winning combination—a strong program, and an inde­ pendent agency to carry it out." Rosenthal said that, with the creation of the Maritime Com­ mission in 1936 as an inde­ pendent agency of government, the United States moved up to first rank in world shipping and also became the biggest ship­ building power in the world. "In 1936," he pointed out, "American ships were carrying 26.5 percent of our waterborne imports and exports. By 1950, the percentage rose to 42.5. To­ day, it is about five percent." The U.S. fleet now numbers about 800 vessels, he said, com­ pared to 2,000 at the end of World War II. Of these, 80 percent are more than 20 years old—over-aged and inefficient ships. "What went wrong? "By an innocent-appearing re­ organization, the nation's mer­ chant marine ceased to have the representation in government which it needed to prosper, or perhaps, even to survive." Rosenthal referred to the transfer of maritime activities to the Department of Com­ merce. "Within four years after the maritime community lost its in­ dependent voice, the percentage of American cargo shipped aboard American vessels was cut in half. Then it was cut in half again in another eight Page Hiree LOG SIU Vacation Plan. In the latest reported month alone, vacation benefits amounted to $785,449.89. This latest improvement in the SIU Standard Agreement was achieved under a provision of the new contract calling for "continued negotiations with re­ spect to improved pension, wel­ fare and vacation." In the "Comments and Recommenda­ tions" included in the agreement which was presented to the membership for ratification, the SIU negotiating committee stated: "Your committee feels that these contracts as presented to the membership represent not only a substantial gain on wages, overtime, etc., but also estab­ lishes a basis for finalizing in the near future new contract terms and benefits in the other areas such as welfare, pensions and vacations." 50% Cargo Preference Rules Tightened by New Amendment the government has been using foreign ships because their rates are lower. Congressman Otis Pike (DN.Y.), speaking, to an AFLCIO Maritime Trades Depart­ ment meeting last month, ac­ cused government agencies of using the 50 percent regulations as "maximums" instead of "minimums." The amendment just issued is seen as a response to these charges. Idea of fixed Chairman of ICC Backed by Labor WASHINGTON—The AFLCIO has expressed its support of President Nixon's proposal of a permanent chairman for the Interstate Commerce Commis­ sion instead of the present sys­ tem of rotating one-year terms among members of the commis­ sion. In a letter to Representative John A. Blatnik (D-Minn.), chairman of the House Govern­ ment Operations Committee, AFL-CIO Legislative Director Andrew J. Biemiller pledged the federation's support. The proposal, part of Reor­ ganization Plan No. 1 of 1969, would also give the ICC chair­ man authority over such admin­ istrative functions as appoint­ ment and supervision of person­ nel. However, personnel em­ ployed in the immediate offices of other members of the com­ mission would not be affected. At present, Virginia Mae Brown is ICC chairman. �Page Four SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 Fulbright's 'Pay-off Slur on AIFLD Hit by Meany as 'Gratuitous insult' WASHINGTON—AFL-CIO President George Meany went before the Senate Foreign Re­ lations Committee last month and answered "a gratuitous in­ sult" to labor from the com­ mittee's chairman Senator J. William Fulbright (D-Ark.) The insult, Meany made clear, was a Fulbright suggestion that the government has provided grants to the American Insti­ tute for Free Labor Develop­ ment as "the price we pay" for labor's support of Vietnam pol­ icy. The quote from Fulbright ap­ peared in a United Press Inter­ national account of a committee hearing, July 14. At the time, Fulbright also belittled AIFLD's program to strengthen free un­ ions in Latin America. Meany said Fulbright's charge was untrue—"completely ridic­ ulous." He -expressed labor's "pride" in its participation in AIFLD and he traced its ac­ complishments. He listed m.ore than 70 businesses that have joined with the AFL-CIO in lielping support it. ously intended to be quite com­ was a "close relationship" be­ plimentary of AIFLD." tween labor and the previous Thousands of workers in Administration by which AIFLD Latin America have benefited was given money "to do as you from AIFLD's educational pro­ please with." grams, Meany pointed out. Un­ "To do as we please?," ion leaders and technicians Meany retorted. "That's not so. trained by the Institute in the We are checked every step of U.S. have been able to take the way [on expenditures]." their acquired skills back home Fulbright read parts of news­ with them and, in turn teach paper articles critical of AIFLD, others. which he said he was "putting The second phase of AIFLD's into the record." When he came work—its sponsorship of social to one that charged the program projects in Latin America—has was promoting "revolutions," helped unions there "play a Meany said, "That's the Commie more vital and positive role in line." the economic and social devel­ Same Arguments opment of their countries," He explained that he did not Meany said. mean that the author or the He noted that AIFLD is "the newspaper was influenced by the largest U.S. sponsor of workers' Communists but that the argu­ low cost housing in Latin Amer­ ments they used to discredit ica" with housing programs in AIFLD were the same argu­ 12 different countries. ments used by the Communists. He described a workers' At one point, Fulbright at­ housing bank established by tacked AIFLD because some AIFLD in Lima, Peru; wide- labor leaders who took its ranging "campesino" programs courses later became involved in Latin America which provide in politics in their countries. educational and vocational Meany answered, "We have no training, and legal assistance; way of controlling people. But help to unions in starting credit we are not involved in Latin Senators Disagree American politics." unions and cooperatives. During the hearing, which This exchange caused McGee Meany submitted with his ran for more than three hours, statement a resolution adopted to ask if perhaps the committee none of the committee members by the AFL-CIO Executive shouldn't get a "list" of Ful­ associated himself with Ful­ Council in May 1954 which bright scholars to determine "if bright's remarks. Two senators spelled out labor's policy in they became activists" upon re­ in fact, took sharp issue with Indo-China (of which Vietnam turning home. . them: was then a part). It called for In his testimony, Meany free elections and United Na­ brought out another point. He Senator Gale W. McGee (Dcalled Fulbright after the July Wyo.) after listening to ex­ tions action in the area. "We had a policy then as 14 hearing to see if he could changes between Meany and Fulbright, said, "There's noth­ now on Vietnam," Meany de­ talk to the senator alone about ing here to suggest any payoff. clared. "Who paid us off then?" his remarks. "No one else on It lessens the dignity of this he asked, adding, "You are the committee suggested a pay­ really stretching your imagina­ off," Meany said. body to make such charges." Continuing, Meany .^pointed Senator Clifford P. Case (R- tion." out that it was Fulbright who "It is a gratuitous insult to N.J.) said AIFLD's education courses for Latin American un­ the American labor movement insisted that it was a "commit­ ionists are similar to the Ful­ to accuse us of receiving a pay­ tee matter." He added that he bright Scholarship program in off for supporting the foreign came before the committee "be­ which students from other na­ policy of any administration," cause you wanted me here." "I'm not here pleading for the tions study in the United States Meany declared. program. I'm here to set you Fulbright said he would with help from the U.S. gov­ straight that this is not a politi­ "withdraw" the payoff charge, ernment. Fulbright seemed less cal payoff," Meany declared. but he then added that there than pleased by the comparison. Meany's statement to the committee also attacked a Ful­ bright assertion that U.S. audi-, tors could find "no specific conclusion" as to the relative success of AIFLD. It was based on a May 1968 letter written Union members and their families give labor's leadership by Comptroller General Elmer a strong vote of confidence, a professional polling firm re­ B. Staats. ported recently. Meany noted that Fulbright A survey taken by Sindlinger and Company found that "union members overwhelmin^y believe the leaders of labor had quoted only the first sen­ organizations are concerned with the interests of the rank and tence of a paragraph that went file." on to praise AIFLD as "a real­ The nationwide sampling of union members found 73.9 istic and imaginative approach" percent agreeing and only 3.9 percent disagreeing that imion to Western Hemisphere prob­ leaders are concerned with the interests of union members. lems, helping workers in Latin The remaining 22.2 percent either declined to answer or America to "become more ac­ qualified their replies. tive in the economic and social The attitude was almost as favorable among adults living progress" of their countries. in households where there is a union member, even though "It is most incomprehensi­ they were not members themselves. In those households, 64.1 percent said union leaders rep­ ble," Meany said, that Fulbright resent the interests of the average member. would lift a sentence out of con­ text from a paragraph ^'obvi­ Poll of Members Confirms Confidence In Union Heads AFL-CIO Pres. George Meany termed a "gratuitous insult" to labor, a remark by Senator J. William Fulbright (D-Ark.) that government funds American Insititute for Free Labor Development receives may be pay-off for labor's support of Vietnam policy. Meany is flanked at Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing by CWA President Jo­ seph A. Bierne, left, chairman of the AFL-CIO International Affairs* Committee and Legislative Director Andrew J. Biemiller, at right. 'i\ Record [nroUment Attained By Apprenticeship Outreach WASHINGTON—Craft un­ ions and community action agencies helped enroll a record 1,537 minority youths in the Apprenticeship Outreach pro­ gram during the first six months of 1969, the Labor Department reported. The number of minority youths placed as apprentices in programs registered with the La­ bor Department rose from 2,325 to 3,862 from January 1 through June 30. This is an average of 255 a month during the sixmonth period, the department noted. Labor Secretary George P. Shultz termed the achievement "one example of what can be done in attacking the manpower problem" through cooperation. He praised the craft unions and the community agencies for their "afiirmative action." The Apprenticeship Outreach program is sponsored by the AFL-CIO local building and construction trade councils in 14 cities, the Urban League in 21 cities, the Workers' Defense League in 10 cities and seven other groups in six cities. Of the total 3,862 minority apprentices, the Urban League placed 1,400, the Workers' De­ fense League 1,273, the craft union councils 870 and the others 319. The young apprentices are learning one of 18 skilled trades in the building and construction field, including carpentry, iron work, machinery operation and others. Apprenticeship Outreach uses the "tutor and cram" method to assist the youths—mainly Negro, Puerto Rican, MexicanAmerican and Indian—in pre­ paring for a specific apprentice­ ship examination. Secretary Shultz also reported that the activities of the 35 Apprenticeship Information Centers across the nation 12-month span, 8,902 apprenreached peak operations in the year ended June 30. During the tice applicants were referred , and indentured as apprentices in ^ programs registered with the Labor Department. ' Center for Labor Studies Programs To Start Soon NEW YORK — TTie AFLCIO's Labor Studies Center will become "oflScially operative" in Washington on Labor Day when Professor Fred Hoehler takes over his full-time duties as di­ rector. Walter Davis, AFL-CIO ed­ ucation director, reported to the federation's council meeting here that the center's first pro­ gram will begin in December. Initial activities will concentrate on seventeen one-week special institutes on a variety of sub­ ject areas. Such institutes will be one to four weeks in length. The student body will include national officers, union staff, and other persons with key re­ sponsibilities in the labor move­ ment. The center also will provide core institutes where staff devel­ opment programs will be three weeks in length and will be held five times from January through June 1970. Among the courses for these institutes will be "the American System of Unionism," "Eco­ nomics," "American Society and Civilization." There will also be courses in civil rights, labor law, state government and collective bargaining. The center's budget, pro­ gram, curriculum, personnel and location in Washington were approved by the board of trustees. f- f �September, 1969 SEAFARERS Page Five LOG 'Total Nqtional Commitment* Theme of Labor Day Messages Fight for Need Against Greed Drawn-by Meany, Others AFL-CIO President George Meany lashed out at "profiteer­ ing and greed" in a Labor Day message calling for a "total na­ tional commitment" to jobs, housing, education—and broth­ erhood. He said the nation's festering urban problems have been studied and diagramed, but then "relegated to low priority status by the nation's policy makers and leaders." Meanwhile, Meany warned, swollen corporate profits and ex­ orbitant interest rates have sent living costs up and purchasing power down to the point where "the American worker is already entering a recession." The AFL-CIO president and other leaders of the trade union movement used labor's holiday as an occasion to emphasize their confidence in America's ability to overcome its problems —if approached with the same determination that led to the moon landing. "This nation did commit it­ self to putting men on the moon and it did the job," Meany de­ clared. "It can commit itself to enriching and ennobling the lives of its people here on earth, and it must," he said. "Behind the commitment," Meany stressed, "there must be 1 j I ' : i j ! i AFL-CIO Secretary-Treas­ a willingness to back it up with deeds, money and resources." ury Lane Kirkland stressed in Meany spoke bluntly of the his Labor Day message the consequences of disordered pri­ trade union movement's long­ orities: standing commitment to "par­ With basic housing at a vir­ ticipatory democracy"—^long tual standstill because of high before the phrase was adopted interest rates and speculative as a political slogan. land costs, "high-rise luxury To the labor movement, this apartments and towering new means "working within the dem­ office buildings cast long shad­ ocratic framework to strengthen ows over old, dilapidated and it and make it function effec­ squalid housing in the ghettos tively to meet the needs of all citizens." below." Labor is "not uncritical" of Lack of money bars thou­ the nation's institutions, Kirk­ sands of young people from a land noted. But it considers the college education—or even American democratic structure quality elementary and high "fundamentally sound and cap­ school education. able of increasing responsive­ "Congress has been ready with words," but "reticent with ness to the demands of a nation undergoing wrenching change." money." The involvement of America's "And too many American corporations run away from unions in the "total life" of the American wage scales to .build community is "broad and ex­ plants and manufacture prod­ panding," Kirkland declared. He cited labor's support of ucts in other countries, taking advantage of poverty-stricken United Fund drives, its contri­ workers who will labor for as butions of money and manpower to aid disaster victims, its par­ little as 30 cents an hour." There is no conflict in Amer- ticipation in civil rights and ica's major goals, Meany de- anti-poverty activities. And "no single group devotes dared. The nation's resources more time or effort to engage "can provide for the nation's citizens in the democratic proc­ defense, conduct a reasonable ess than the trade union move­ space program and secure the ment," Kirkland stressed. general welfare for all the peopie." It helps register voters and AFL-CIO Council Condemns Attempt To Assassinate WV Strike Leaders NEW YORK —The AFL- just as all such acts have failed CIO Executive Council strong­ in the past." ly condemned an assassination Council members urged "re­ attempt on two leaders of strik­ sponsible authorities to use ing West Virginia State Roads every available means" to bring Commission employees and re­ the parties involved to justice. affirmed its full support of the Narrow Miss strikers and their struggle for Tuminello was reaching for union recognition. the door on the passenger's side, A bullet, fired August 5 by and Roehl was approaching the an unidentified assailant, tore car on the other side when the through the windshield of an auto parked outside Laborers shot was fired—apparently from Hall in Charleston, W. Va., by bushes alongside the highway. staff representatives William E. It missed Tuminello by about Roehl of the AFL-CIO Depart­ four inches. The two men told Charleston ment of Organization and James detectives they have no clue to Tuminello of the Laborers. the identity of the assailant. Later the union reported other The shooting was the first incidents in what it called an note of violence since 3,500 apparent pattern of organized highway workers walked out harassment. March 3 for recognition of their The council said "we are union, the Laborers. They were shocked and greatly concerned then dismissed by Republican at the apparent attempt to take Governor Arch A. Moore, who the lives of two AFL-CIO lead­ has since balked at all attempts ers' who are coordinating the to settle the dispute except on strike of 1,700 road employees. his own terms—complete sur­ The shot can "only be inter­ render, the union has charged. Roehl was recently named by preted as an attempt to substi­ the AFL-CIO to coordinate tute force and fear for reason strike activities with Tuminello. and logic" to settle the issues in dispute. The statement added: The shooting followed a step-up "If it was the intention of the in picketing activities and inten­ would-be assassins to discour­ sified demands for a settlement. A federal coun hearing is age support this atrocious \ act will fail to achieve that end, | slated later tnis month or a suit charging Moore with violating the constitutional right of state roads employees to join a union. The suit was filed by the Laborers District Council and employees from each of the road commission's 10 districts when the Moore Administration re­ fused a mediation plan offered by the union. The suit charges the firing of of highway workers was a "drastic, illegal action" in re­ prisal for their union activity. It accuses the state adminis­ tration also of "trying to break the strike by hiring strikebeakers" to replace the workers for political purposes. The strike remains effective and the strikers' morale is high, the union said. As many as 500 strikers have reported for picket duty m a number of the 45 counties involved. After the shooting, other re­ ports poured into union headquaners. A caller had threat­ ened the life of President Charles Lazelle of LIU's union of nonprofessional employees at West Virginia University. Brakes were disconnected on the park­ ed auto owned by Alex and Peggy Boyd, strike leaders. The Rev. Gene Fountaine, a striker, received several threats over the telephone. brings them to the polls. It seeks to educate its members on the issues and the records of public officials "on the theory that pub­ lic servants ought to be judged on what they do, not what they promise." To the labor movement "par­ ticipatory democracy" is "not just a slogan or a fad, but a way of living and working in a free country where all are equal." President Nixon's Labor Day message expressed confidence that, "with the cooperation of all Americans, we can prevent another wage-price spiral and restore stability to our econ­ omy." He affirmed that "the process of collective bargaining must be strong and effective and exer­ cised with self-restraint on all sides. But the process cannot work unless the participants are free t» reach their own deci­ sions. This administration will always respect that freedom," the President pledged. I. W. Abel, president of the AFL-CIO Industrial Union De­ partment stressed in his Labor Day message that labor's pro­ gram must be fought for on an issue-by-issue basis, winning support through "fact and rea­ son." For better or worse, Abel said, "there is no dominating political leadership in view. The labor movement cannot look to a president or a senator to personify the cause of prog­ ress." It may be harder to bring about change through thought rather than emotion, Abel noted, but "many of this coun­ try's toughest problems were solved that way." To C. J. Haggerty, president of the AFL-CIO Building and Construction Trades Depart­ ment, this Labor Day is a time to emphasize both the goal of "a just and decent society" and the importance of taking the right path to achieve it. Unions, he said, "have preached freedom under law, rather than freedom from law." And while "dissent is dra­ matic and quite often neces­ sary," Haggerty cautioned that "there is no justice under an­ archy." Secretary of Labor George P. Shultz cited the progress "since the first Labor Day in 1894 when workers labored 60 hours a week and were paid 20 cents an hour." But he stressed that "prog­ ress is still needed" in safety standards, unemployment in­ surance, farm worker bargaining rights and job training and equal opportunities. "The nation," Shultz said, "owes it to her workers to honor them all year by making work­ ing life as satisfying and as se­ cure as possible." Wallace Drops Pose; Embraces Right-Wing TULSA, Okla. —Former Alabama Governor George C. Wallace has dropped his coyness about being associ­ ated with extreme right-wing organizations. Wallace spoke at the an­ nual convention of the Chris­ tian Crusade here and told the delegates "it's a pleasure to be associated" with their leader, Billy James Hargis. The Crusade is one of the largest and wealthiest of all far-right groups. During last year's presi­ dential campaign, Wallace's closest approach to far-right functions was some hand­ shaking on their fringes. Un­ til now, he had never public­ ly embraced their programs. Pointing to bullet hole made by would-be assassin who failed is LIU Representative James Tuminello, left. W. E. Roehl of AFL-CIO orga­ nizing staff is on other side. Their car was parked outside Laborers Hall in Charleston during strike of W. Va. Road Commission employees. �SEAFARERS Page Six Seafarers OK Contract By Overwhelmmg Margin LOG September, 1969 Congressman Lists Four Provisions New Maritime Program Should Have WASHINGTON —A mem­ • Give-government assistance I that it can design and carry out ber of Congress forecast recent­ for modernization of American a fleet revitalization program. ly that President Nixon's forth­ shipyards "in the same way in Daniels added that il the Ad­ coming maritime program would which we poured over a billion be more than "a mere extension U. S. dollars into the rebuilding ministration program does not of the present status quo" and of shipyards in Asia and Europe include these features, then Con­ gress should amend the plan be­ that it would "move in the di­ after World War II." rection of fair and equitable • Create an independent fore Its passage to assure full treatment for all segments" of Maritime Administration "freed development *of an Americanthe merchant marine. from association with the past built, American-owned and Against For Representative Dominick V. errors and past practices," so American-manned fleet Daniels (D-N.J.) said he based his prediction on "hints and sig­ nals from the Atlministration," whose spokesmen have indicated that a new program could be ex­ pected on Capitol Hill within the next 60 days. He told a meeting sponsored Helen Delich Bentley, man- slated to succeed Admiral John by the AFL-CIO Maritime time editor of the Baltimore Harllee, whose retirement be­ Trades Department that the Ad­ Sun, has been nominated by came effective September 1. ministration would "gain noth­ President Nixon as chairman of Commissioner James F. Fanseen ing if it merely added more the Federal Maritime Commis­ is serving as acting FMC chair­ money to the merchant marine man until she takes over. sion. pot, without giving the entire Mrs. Bentley, who has worked If confirmed by the Senate Last year the U. S. buflt 21 merchant marine the opportu­ for the Sun since 1945, received ships that remained under U. S. nity to partake from that pot." for the $40,000-a-year post, her Bachelor of Journalism de­ Daniels told his audience of Mrs. Bentley, 45, will be one of registry while, during the same gree from the University of period, the Soviet Union built labor, management and govern­ the two highest ranking women Missouri in 1944. and kept as part of its merchant ment officials that the Adminis­ in government—the other being Widely recognized as a dis­ fleet a total of 89 vessels. The tration program must begin to Interstate Commerce Commis­ tinguished journalist, her record USSR thus outbuilt the U. S. correct the "inequities in our sion Chairman Virginia Mae has been called by President in merchant ships by more than present maritime law," pointing Brown. The Sun journalist is Nixon one of "professional ex­ out that the basic provisions of four to one. cellence unsurpassed by any subsidizing the construction and maritime expert in the country." operation of vessels "have been \Uttte Jhiags ia Lite Among many honors be­ limited unfairly to only 14 stowed on Mrs. Bentley during American companies," with the Not Always so &eat\ her long career was an award for result that "all the rest of the LIVERPOOL The service to the na­ meritorious industry has been discriminated 77th annual convention of tion's maritime industry from against." the Maritime Port Council of Britain's National Union of | He urged that the new pro­ the Port of Greater New York Seamen, held here recently, gram should: of the Maritime Trades Depart­ concentrated heavily on the WASHINGTON — The late • Give preference to unsubment, AFL-CIO. goal of time-and-a-half for Senator Everett McKinley Dirk­ sidized companies in the car­ overtime for all seafarers. sen and labor often differed on riage of military, foreign aid and Upon learning of the nomina­ Delegate Joe Rourke de- I major issues "but we always agricultural cargoes shipped by tion, Senator Warren G. Magnulighted the delegates and knew him as an opponent of the government. son (D-Wash.), chairman of the newsmen when he told the great legislative skill," AFLSenate Commerce Committee, • Stimulate new ship con­ convention that one of the CIO President George Meany struction "with private dollars, hailed it as "an indication that reasons he supported the declared here. the Administration is concerned not taxpayers' dollars" by allow­ time-and-a-half proposal about the role of merchant ship­ ing unsubsidized lines the same Meany extended the AFLwas that his wife had com­ ping. .. . Mjs. Bentley is a wellprivilege enjoyed by subsidized CIO's "sincere sympathies" to plained: "You eat like a educated and articulate mari­ the family of Dirksen after the companies of setting up tax-de­ man, drink like a man, time expert. . . . The submission Republican leader died from a ferred construction-reserve ac­ make love like a man—but by the President to the Congress cardiac arrest September 7, five counts, and by giving the un­ you bring home a boy's of a strong maritime revitaliza­ days after a malignant tumor subsidized operators long-term wages." tion program should be the next charters to carry government was removed from his lung. step." cargo. Meany said labor would re­ member Dirksen best "as a col­ Jim Gibbs Knows Them Well league in the desperate and successful efforts to pass the landmark civil rights bill" of 1964. "It was his personal sup­ port," Meany recalled, "that made this legislation possible, with his tactical ability on this occasion used on behalf of a great liberal cause.' Dirksen, 73, who served in Congress for 25 years and was the GOP Senate leader for the ,past 10 years, was eulogized by President Nixon as a leader who "put his nation before himself, and his party." After the body lay in state in the Capitol for two days and For the benefit of those not quite able to identify the vessels pictured with "Sails m the Pacific Sun ' funeral services were held in in the August issue of the LOS, we reprint the photos here. At left is the Amazon, a 1.167-ton barkenWashington, Dirksen was flown tine built in 1902. The schooner Mary E. Foster (right) began her lifelong career as a lumber carrier in 1898. to Pekin, 111., his birthplace, Both pictures are from the-collection of Jim Gibbs,'.whose book, "West Coast Windjammers, was a for burial. I major source of our feature. Gibbs' latest volume, "Pacific Square-Riggers," will be published next month. Seafarers at membership meetings both on shipboard and in the membership halls have voted overwhelmingly in favor of the new contract submitted to the membership by the Union Negotiating Committee in June for its approval or disapproval. The Final Seore On the Ships In the Halls Totals 5,844 1,349 7,193 18 1 19 Helen Bentley Named to Head Federal Maritime Commission Shipbuilding Industry Awaits U. S. Construction Challenge WASHINGTON — Accord­ ing to the chief spokesman for the nation's shipbuilders, if the Federal Government gives the green light to a strong and com= prehensive ship construction program, the shijibuilding in­ dustry will be ready to respond to the challenge immediately. President Edwin M. Hood, of the Shipbuilders Cbuncil of America, told a recent meeting of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department that, "Once the Federal Government - says unequivocally that it intends to restore the United States as a first-rate sea power, in the full­ est sense — and translates that goal into a sensible, coordinated stable shipbuilding program— U. S. shipyards will be able to respond effectively and build the ships this nation so urgently needs." Addressing an audience of maritime labor leaders, whose organizations represent 7.5 mil­ lion unionists in the maritime and allied industries. Hood said that a revival of the nation's de­ crepit and disintegrating mer­ chant fleet requires "a clear, simple declaration of national purpose." Hood's challenge came as he introduced a new documentary film, "Shipbuilding For the Sev­ enties," produced by the Ship­ builders Council. The film dram­ atizes the decline of the Ameri­ can merchant marine to the point where today foreign-flag vessels "monopolize" U. S. im­ port and export trade and only 5 percent of the nation's for­ eign commerce moves in Amer­ ican shipis. Hood pointed out that many nations have made it a legal requirement that at least half their trade must move in their own vessels. The U. S. has fallen from first to fifth place in the size of its merchant marine and is in dan­ ger of being ousted from that ranking by the Soviet Union during 1969, Hood stated. In shipbuilding the U. S. has skid­ ded from first to 1 ith place. Late Sen. Dirksen Cited by Meany On Rights Act Aid 1 I j| 'i 1 �September, 1969 SEAFARERS LOG Page Seven Viet Cong Attack a Failure Quick Action by Seafarers Averts Possible Disaster on Buckeye Victory Fire fighters James Thomas, left and Tom Danzy, ABs aboard the Buckeye Victory, inspect hole in the number 2 hatch. Vessel came under Viet Cong rocket attack while delivering ammunition. I" Once again the quick and heroic action taken by Seafarers in an emergency situation has been credited with saving not only their own lives and the lives of their shipmates, but the vessel on which they sailed as well when the SlU-contracted Buckeye Victory come under Viet Cong attack recently. The Buckeye Victory had sailed from Sunny Point, North Carolina, with a full cargo of live ammunition bound for South Vietnam. The voyage over was unevent­ ful as the vessel made stops at the Panama Canal and at Subic Bay in the Philippines. After a few days layover in Subic Bay, the ship proceeded on to Vaung Tau, South Vietnam, where it spent the night. On the following day she pro­ ceeded on up the Saigon River bound for her final destination. Cat Lai. About an hour and a half out, the Buckeye Victory had arrived at checkpoint 2 when it was attacked by Viet ji Atlanflc/^Guif & infanc||il^ters August 1 to August 31, 1969 • Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston ..... Wilmington San Francisco ... Seattle Totals 4 • • 0 r w DECK DEPARTMENT TOTAL SHIPPED TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B 7 7 101 128 18 26 78 49 22 ,30 29 41 7 25 41 45 189 90 71 72 50 64 ' 103 112 55 34 771 723 All Groups Class A Class B Class C 3 6 7 78 21 62 3 19 25 10 49 22 19 77 23 15 36 33 9 0 9 21 5 13 46 6 61 12 31 40 23 50 60 49 87 68 16 28 40 240 458 484 REGISTERED on BEACH All Groups Class A Class B 6 6 127 84 16 19 74 136 38 30 16 28 35 14 29 83 75 155 121 167 12 38 18 69 31 60 .598 889 ENGINE DEPARTMENT TOTAL SHIPPED TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups All Groups Port Class A Class B Class C Class A Class B 1 6 8 Boston 8 6 32 95 New York 05 93 125 29 2 Philadelphia ..... 17 10 28 3 32 Baltimore 45 61 50 16 15 Norfolk 7 39 . 18 39 18 9 Jacksonville 16 48 10 2 8 Tampa 12 7 4 9 34 Mobile 35 61 13 66 66 New Orleans .... 96 115 17 56 38 Houston ........ 79 64 19 29 24 Wilmingrton 14 40 79 117 61 San Francisco ... 84 124 11 30 30 Seattle 28 37 217 558 387 558 740 REGISTERED on BEACH All Groups Class A Class B 6 0 79 28 12 8 64 48 48 23 9 8 10 4 52 62 91 72 126 107 6 16 54 18 QO 16 485 512 STEWARD DEPARTMENT TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups All Groups Port Class A Class B Class A Class B Class C Boston 3 3 0 1 1 New York 80 65 35 64 37 Philadelphia 8 12 9 31 0 Baltimore 49 24 16 11 35 Norfolk 46 14 24 21 12" 26 26 Jacksonville 21 21 12 9 7 1 Tampa 12 3 Mobile 20 11 4 24 11 30 62 3 New Orleans .... 157 42 27 42 18 48 Houston .... 21 24 19 15 13 11 Wilmington 92 97 71 43 45 San Francisco ... 35 16 32 6 11 Seattle 319 175 297 Totals 653 445 REGISTERED on BEACH All Groups Class A Class B 3 3 23 68 8 8 30 65 36 34 9 9 10 16 23 54 60 124 87 65 9 18 70 36 53 16 326 611 Cong rocket and machine gun fire. During this first brush with the enemy the vessel managed to maneuver out of harm's way, re­ ceived no hits, and continued on its course. Less then an hour later, how­ ever, as the Buckeye Victory approached checkpoint 4, she came under another barrage of machine gun and rocket fire. This time the enemy's aim was better. Between 30 and 40 ma­ chine gun bullets ripped into the superstructure of the vessel and two rocket shells found their target. One hit on the port side near the bow. The other went through the number 2 hatch starting a fire in the hold where 105 howitzer shells and other munitions were stored. Chief Mate Nick Papazoglou called for volunteers to help him remove the hatch cover and get a fire hose working to prevent the flames from spreading and caus­ ing an explosion that could sink the vessel. ABs James Thomas and Tom Danzy were immediately joined by Bos'n Lewis Arena and the three Seafarers, with complete disregard for their own safety, succe'ssfully extinguished the fire before it could spread. The fact that the entire crew escaped injury can be attributed to the typical SIU speed and Seatrain Expands ContainerService To Paerto Rico SAN JUAN—Seatrain Lines, Inc., an SlU-contracted com­ pany, plans to add two newlyconverted containerships to its trade between the Ports of New York and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Addition of the new ves­ sels is scheduled for November or December and will increase the number of Seatrain vessels operating in the trade to five. The new containerships will have larger, cargo capacity than those presently serving the route and their addition will result in doubling Seatrain's carrying ca­ pacity. Howard M. Pack, president of Seatrain Lines, revealed the company's expansion plans fol­ lowing a conference with Puerto Rican Governor Luis A. Ferre here. The company will also double the size of its terminal at Isla Grande in San Juan and a new container handling crane will be added to the facility's equipment. Work on the terminal will be undertaken following approval of the United States Navy, which owns the land and leases the property to the government of Puerto Rico. efficiency displayed by these three Seafarers. Bos'n Arena, who joined the SIU in 1941, is no stranger to dangerous situations. On August 13, 1942, while sailing as an OS aboard the Del Mongo, Arena was among the Seafarers in­ volved when the ship was tor­ pedoed on a run between Haiti and Cuba. Arena also saw military action in seven major battles during World War II. He served as an artillery observer with the 41st field artillery in Europe. In a telephone interview with the LOG, Arena gave great enthusiastic credit to the skill of the Saigon River pilot who was at the helm of the Buckeye Vic­ tory during periods of attack. "He never stopped for a mo­ ment," Arena said. "He also kept advising the crew as to which was the safest part of the vessel to be in at any particular moment." Following the attack the Buckeye Victory sailed into Nah Be, where the damage to the vessel was checked out by the U.S. Army. After the damage was assessed, permission was granted for the ship to complete her run and the vital cargo of supplies were delivered to Cat Lai. Many of the crewmembers aboard the Buckeye were re­ ported looking forward to a quiet vacation for the rest of the summer after arriving back in the States. They deserve it. SEAFARER&^LOG September 1969 • Vol. XXXI, No. I I Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic. Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO Executive Board PAUL HALL, President EARL SHEPARD CAL TANNER Vice-President Exec. Vice-Pret. LINDSEY WILLIAMS AL KERR Vice-President Sec.-Treas. ROBERT MATTHEWS AL TANNER Vice-President Vice-President Editor HARRY WITTSCHEN Assistant Editors WILL KABP CHARLES SVENSON FRANK MARGIOTTA AL COHEN MARIETTA CRISCI Staff Photographer ANTHONY ANSALDI ""hl'shsH Kionthiy at 810 Rhode Island Annas N.E.. Washington. D. C. 20018 by the Seafar­ ers International Union. Atlantic. Guif. Lakei and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Foarth Ayenae, Brsoklyn. N.Y. 11232. Tel. HYaelnth 9-6600. Second tiau pastaga paid at Washlnptoni, D. C. POSTMASTER'S ATTENTION: Fora 9579 cards shoald be cent ts Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Galf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Foarth Annas, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. 'iiM �Page Eigkt SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 Pike Charges Cargo Rule Distortion SlUNA Wins Bus Service Discriminates Against Tramp Ships To Frisco USPHS Hospital WASHINGTON —A mem­ ber of Congress today accused government officials of having "distorted" the nation's shipping laws so that they "discriminate in favor of foreign-flag shipping, to the detriment of Americanflag shipping." At the same time, Rep. Otis G. Pike (D-N.Y.) said that fed­ eral agencies have misused these same laws "to discriminate in favor of the subsidized segment of the American merchant ma­ rine, to the detriment of the unsubsidized segment." The Congressman said the laws which have been abused are the ones which are su|>posed to guarantee Americanflag ships a stated share of for­ eign aid and agricultural surplus commodities shipped by the fed­ eral government. Speaking at a meeting spon­ sored by the 7.5-million-member AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, Pike said the laws clearly state "that Americanflag shipping should receive a minimum of 50 percent of these cargoes—but the agencies have translated that to make it read a maximum of 50 percent." The legislation also requires, the Congressman said, that the 50 percent minimum "be com­ puted separately for each seg­ ment of the maritime industry— for the liners, the tankers and the tramps. Yet the agencies have been able to get a legal opinion that it's not necessary to compute the cargoes that way at all. carried nearly 64 percent of Agriculture Department exports of surplus farm commodities, and that in fiscal 1967, the last year for which figures were available, foreign vessels carried 52 percent of the shipments fi­ nanced by the Agency for Inter­ national Development. Computing the figures sepa­ rately for each segment of the industry, the Congressman said, showed that liners received sub­ stantially above their 50 percent level, while tramp ships received far below the "minimum speci­ fied in the law. He noted that the liner seg­ Floor Toms into Ceiling ment of the industry already is "Shades of 1984—when a "heavily subsidized" in the form 'floor' becomes a 'ceiling,' and when 'separately' becomes 'to­ of federal aid in the building and operating of its vessels. The gether.' " The New York Democrat purpose of the subsidies, he cited figures showing that in said, is to put these operators fiscal 1968, foreign-flag ships "on a parity with lower-cost foreign operators" so that they can "compete in the world mar­ ket for commercial ships." But, Pike went on, "the sub­ sidized liner companies are grabbing off the government cargo, instead of concentrating out plausible explanation at a on commercial cargo, and the time critical to the union's cam­ unsubsidized ships are more paign" shortly before the elec­ and more being left high and tion. Then it laid off 17 em­ dry." ployees, blaming a reduced The Congressman urged ac­ volume of business, the NLRB tion on legislation introduced by found. more than 80 House and Senate Stevens, a major government members which would establish cloth contractor, previously had been cited seven times for vio­ priorities for the carriage of this lating the rights of its employees cargo, with unsubsidized oper­ to organize. It has lost six ators getting first crack, and appeals, one in the Supreme with foreign vessels used only Court. as "a last resort." Another Try by J. P. Stevens Keeps NLRB and Union Busy WASHINGTON — Another unlawful effort by J. P. Stevens and Company, Inc., to prevent its employees from organizing has been checked by the Na­ tional Labor Relations Board. The board took a new look at a 1967 election because of company unfair practices and ordered a count of 17 chal­ lenged ballots at the firm's Black Hawk warehouse in Greenville, S.C. If the TextUe Workers Union of America wins a majority it will be certified as bargaining agent. If not, a new election will be ordered, the board decided. The union had challenged the ballots of three Stevens em­ ployees who were not on the payroll before the eligibility date, and the NLRB regional director overruled the chal­ lenges. The director did, however, sustain the union's charge that Stevens had failed to furnish an employee address list, as the board requires. Also at issue was a board agent's challenge to the ballots of 14 former em­ ployees who the union charged were laid off because of their union sympathies. The board sustained a trial examiner's ruling that 17 ware­ house employees were laid off just before the election to weak­ en the union's support. Tlie warehouse was the main source of union strength, the examiner found. The union got 22 votes of the 46 counted ballots, and filed objections to the election. The board found that Stevens previously had shipped all its cotton through the warehouse but changed its practice "with­ SAN FRANCISCO—As a result of an extended fight for such service by the SIU and its affiliates, busses are finally going to the U.S. Public Health Service Hospital here for the first time. The Public Utilities Commission of the City and County of San Francisco agreed on August 12 to extend the route of the No. 10 Bus line to the hospital entrance at 15th Avenue and Lake Street. The SIU and its affiliates had long been aware that it was a great hardship for older members and the many other out-patients who use the hospital to walk nearly a mile uphill from the end of the old bus route. The extended service— expected to be used by some 1,500 persons daily—is essen­ tial because there is really no other way to get to the hospital. The area has become so congested that it is practically im­ possible to park a car within walking distance of the hospital. There has been, over the years, considerable opposition to the extension of the bus route from the residents of 14th Avenue. However, following a plea from the SIUNA which pointed out the unnecessary hardship imposed on many of our members by the old route, the Commission agreed to try the extended route on a 60 day trial basis. The extension adds .87 miles to the route which now runs up 14th Avenue and down 15th, stopping at the main hospital entrance. Upholsterers' 9-Month Fight Aided by Strike Relief Fund WASHINGTON—The AFLCIO has set up a strike relief fund for Upholsterers who have been on strike for nine months against the Economy Furniture Company in Austin, Texas, and urged all affiliates to contribute generously. The federation contributed $10,000 to start the national fund-raising effort to aid the strikers and their families. AFL-CIO President George Meany said in a letter to all affil­ iates that Economy workers are fighting for the most basic union cause—recognition. Kenya Unionists Visit Port of Toledo Kenya labor leaders visit SIU hall in Toledo. Having toured dock facilities in Toledo, New York, Washing­ ton and Buffalo they went on to visit Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati and Philadelphia. From left are Cleo Sylph, President, Local I3I7-A, ILA; Nassaro Nwanmchindu Bakari, Dockworkers'Union of Kenya; Donald Bensman, SIU Toledo port agent, and Juma Boy, Kenya Dockworkers' Union general secretary and asst. secretary-general of Kenya's Trade Unions. The African-American Labor Center sponsored the tour. The Upholsterers won repre­ sentation rights in a National Labor Relations Board election in May, 1968. Thirteen months later the NLRB found the com­ pany guilty of unfair labor prac­ tices for refusing to bargain, and •Economy appealed the ruling. "It is probable there will be a long delay before there is a deci­ sion," Meany wrote unions and labor central bodies. The Upholsterers reported fear tactics, police coercion and the use of strikebreakers in the company's drive to smash the union and break the spirit of the workers. The union also charged that open discrimination has been demonstrated. The workers, most of them Americans of Mexican descent, have been assailed with slurs on their raeial origin and their reli­ gious belief, the union said. Contributions may be sent to the Economy Furniture Strike Fund at AFL-CIO headquarters. Economy makes wooden and upholstered furniture for Mont­ gomery Ward and Co., White Discount Stores and other out­ lets. It uses the labels Smithtowne Maple, Western Provin­ cial and Built-Rite. All company products are on the "Don't Buy" list of the AFL-CIO Union La­ bel and Service Trades Depart­ ment. The NLRB in its June ruling ordered Economy to end its de­ fiance of the law, bargain with the Upholsterers and offer all strikers immediate and full re­ instatement, dismissing if neces­ sary any persons hired after the strike started November 27, 1968. Company tactics forced the employees into an unfair prac­ tice strike, the board ruled in upholding a trial examiner's findings. �September, 1969 SEAFARERS LOG Page Nine Mystery Vessel Brought to Surface Navy Studying Encounters After 100 Years In Lake Michigan Between Porpoises, Sharks To Protect Aquanauts: The possibility of training porpoises to act as "buddies" to human aquanauts and pro­ tecting them from sharks is be­ ing investigated by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center at Coronado, California. However, despite growing evi­ dence of the porpoise's relative­ ly high level of intelligence and "Tuffy," an Atlantic bottlenose porpoise, cheeks eut at 7 feet, 6 inches and weighs 280 pounds. his demonstrated ability to be trained, it cannot be assumed that a porpoise will provide re­ liable protection for itself or for a human diver when a large shark comes around, according to Forrest G. Wood Jr., head of the Marine Bioscience Facility at Point Magu, California. "This is not to say that a por­ poise could not be trained to ex­ hibit greater aggressiveness and provide some degree of protec­ tion to a diver when potentially dangerous sharks are present," Wood said. "But, if porpoises are to be used by man to assist him in underwater exploration and possibly protect him from threatening sharks, we need to know a great deal more than we do about the relationship be­ tween these two animals." Porpoises—especially the At­ lantic bottlenoses—^have been found to be so amenable to training that they can be used to work untethered in the open sea with great reliability. In the Navy's Sealab program, they were used to carry small pack­ ages from the surface to aqua­ nauts working at a depth of more than 200 feet, and to car­ ry a guideline to a "lost" diver. But, what happens when a porpoise and a shark come face to face? The available evidence, according to Wood, indicates that the sharks will sometimes attack the porpoise, sometimes the porpoise will assault the shark—and at other times they will ignore each other. "The conditions or circum­ stances governing the response of either animal in an encounter is not known," Wood said, "nor is the outcome of a conflict pre­ dictable on the basis of present knowledge." Probe of 1967 Disaster Finds: MARINETTE, Wise.—A two-masted schooner buried for more than a century under 19 fathoms of Green Bay water off Chambers Island was brought to the surface here recently after being towed 16 miles from her grave on the bottom of Lake Michigan. "Most beautiful thing I've ever seen," exclaimed Mrs. Ellie Hoffman, wife of diving crew chief Frank Hoffman, a scuba diver of Egg Harbor,^Wisconsin. Hoffman and Harold Derusha, president of the Marinette Marine Corporation, were the first to step aboard the resur­ rected vessel. They performed a victory dance on top of the cabin and deck house as some 3,500 excited spectators ap­ plauded. The marine corpora­ tion provided most of the financ­ ing and equipment for the proj­ ect, which has taken two years to complete. The vessel is still to be defi­ nitely identified. Hoffman has some line on her age, however, giving rise to speculation that she may be the Alvin Clark, a lumber ship which sank in the Green Bay area in 1864. "Her construction indicates she was built in the 1830s," he This two-masted mystery schooner floats again after more than a claims. "She is of square-bow century at the bottom of Lake Michigan. Still unidentified, she is construction. That was like a believed to be the Alvin Clark, a lumber ship which sank in 1864. whaler, very unusual for Great prepare her for raising, all that Lakes ships." Despite the scores of artifacts is presently known for sure is Hoffman's divers have brought that the ship is a lake freighter to the surface during the two and that she went down in deep years they had been working to water—110 feet—with little ap­ parent damage. Hoffman believes she must have been overpowered by one A recorder has been devel­ of the violent storms which fre­ quently sweep across the bay oped which will measure roll or pitch angles of ships with greater from Lake Michigan. Last winter, a team spent a accuracy than ever before and great deal of research time at put on tape angles as large as the University of Wisconsin, the 100 degrees double amplitude. The device will function Wisconsin historical archives through a rate gyroscope which and the Dawson Great Lakes produces an a-c output signal this voyage," as evidenced by Museum at Detroit, comparing with an amplitude proportional problems encountered in a boil­ notes with the ship's artifacts to the ship's roll rate and phas­ er, the main condenser, and the and other clues. lubrication pressure system dur­ "Some of the things we ing indicative of roll direction. Electronic off-the-shelf mod­ ing her first days at sea. brought up—for instance, her ules will process this signal to Causal factors listed by the sextant—were the kind used in actuate a galvanometer move­ board included "failure of the the late 1850s and early 1860s," ment proportional to the magni­ Master to recognize the critical Hoffman explained. "But we tude and polarity of the ship's condition of his vessel, and re­ didn't find anything that came roll motion. The galvanometer quest assistance earlier." The into use after the Civil War. So then transmits this movement to first distress call "intended to we figured she must have sunk a moving tape which is pressurealert vessels in his vicinity as sometime during that war or sensitive. to his vessel's condition" was around that time." Designed for use under rigor­ The mystery ship was towed ous sea conditions, it is shockmade at 0618. But his SOS, giving a position some 15 miles from her resting place, still sub­ mounted within a high-impact in error, was sent at 0958, the merged, to the Marine corpora­ case of fiberglass and aluminum tion yards, about a mile off the and requires no compensation board noted. Of seven vessels Marinette harbor. Cranes then for linear acceleration nor spe­ 53 to 165 miles away, the far­ lifted the 100-foot sailing vessel cial mounting arrangements. thest ship was first to reach to the surface. The case has storage space for the scene—after dark and more The ship's wheel, the railing power cords, plug adaptors and than 12 hours after the sinking. and a winch with an anchor spare tapes. The board also noted that a chain still wrapped around it, The new roll recorder, devel­ lifeboat drill had not included were clearly visible before the oped by John J. McMullen As­ the required engine start and pumping began. sociates, Inc., and Flume Stabil­ lowering of the boat to the rail. The vessel appears to be solid ization Systems, Inc., is de­ During the drill there had been and the hull intact. An inspec­ scribed as the end-result of ex­ no instructions given on han­ tion of the hold was planned to tensive experience in the design dling the vessel's 25-person in­ determine whether there are any and installation of stabilization systems for ocean-going vessels. leaks. flatable life raft. Sinking of Panoceanic Faith Caused By Failure to Secure Loose Hatch u. WASHINGTON—The Na­ tional Transportation Safety Board's investigation into the tragic 1967 sinking of the SIUcontracted Panoceanic Faith, and the loss of 36 of its 41 crewmembers, has revealed that the probable cause of the sink­ ing was ". . . failure of the Mas­ ter to have the tarpaulins se­ cured on the No. 1 hatch when they were observed to be loose" two days before the sinking. "Neglecting to effect prompt re­ pairs ultimately resulted in this hold being open to boarding seas and complete flooding," the report said. The vessel sank some 500 miles south of the Aleutian Is­ lands on October 9, 1967, after nine days of heavy seas and progressive flooding. Only five Seafarers survived. Rescued from the stormy wa­ ters following the disaster were: Seafarers Gordon L. Campbell, oiler, of Oakland, Calif., and a bridegroom of a month at the time; OS Lewis E. Gary of Houston; Oiler John O. L. Kirk , of Modesto, Calif.; OS Oscar C. Wiley of Oakland, Calif., and AB Edwin D. Johnson of Ma­ rine City, Mich. The National Safety Board found it "possible that the Mas­ ter's concern about the fuel sup­ ply, and slow speed made good, may have influenced his actions" in not heaving to for repairs. "He obviously underestimated the seriousness of these condi­ tions," the board's report said. The Panoceanic Faith, loaded with fertilizer, had sailed from Oakland, California, for Yoko­ hama on September 29 with 4,162 barrels of oil as its fuel supply. The Marine Board of Investigation heard testimony that the minimum required fuel for such a voyage was between 4,500 and 5,000 barrels. It also revealed that at departure, the vessel "was overloaded" and "was not in all respects fit for Newly Perfetted Recorder Tapes Ships Roll, Pitch �tiSS Page Ten SEAFARERS LOG High Court Finds Garnishment Illegal Unless Employee Gets Court Hearing WASHINGTON—The Su­ preme Court has ruled unconstitutionar state laws permitting creditors to garnishee a work­ er's wages without first giving him a court hearing. In a 7-to-l decision, the high court struck down the Wiscon­ sin wage garnishment law. About 40 states have some sort of prejudgment garnishment statutes and 17 of these states plus the District of Columbia have laws similar to Wiscon­ sin's. The ruling found that the gar­ nishment law violates the "due process" clause of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. Justice William O. Douglas noted in writing the court's ma­ jority opinion that under Wis­ consin law, all that it takes to require an employer to hold back about half of a worker's earnings is the issuance of a summons at the request of a creditor's lawyer. The worker might get money later if the creditor's claim did not stand up in court. Douglas observed, but in the meantime, he could be deprived of his earn­ ings "without any opportunity to be heard and to tender any defense he may have, whether it be fraud or otherwise." Douglas went on to criticize the ancient rights of creditors that "would pass muster under a feudal 'regime' but that today have the capacity to drive a wage-earning family to the wall." The case in question involved Mrs. Christine Sniadach, a $65a-week assembly line worker at Miller Harris Instrument Co. in Milwaukee. Family Finance Corporation of Bay View, Wis., claimed she owed $420 on a promissory note. It obtained a garnishment order in Wisconsin courts and served it on her and her em­ ployer. The employer then withheld $31.59 from her weekly wages, half of her net earnings. She appealed but lost her case in Wisconsin County Court. Mil­ waukee Circuit Court and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Her case was brought before the Supreme Court by lawyers of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund. They initiated a broad constitutional attack on the garnishment pro­ cedure, declaring that it per­ mitted finance companies to put pressure on poor people to pay dubious debts by freezing up to half of a worker's pay without first proving that a valid debt really existed. The AFL-CIO also has long been campaigning for the abo­ lition of wage garnishment and other harsh collection methods. At its 1967 convention, the fed­ eration noted in a resolution that hundreds of thousands of workers lose their jobs because of garnishment which also causes many cases of personal bank­ ruptcy. Observing that only three states have anti-garnishment laws, the convention urged en­ actment of a federal law to pro­ tect workers' wages from "this vicious and too-long sanctioned evil." Among the states with gar­ nishment statutes similar to Wis­ consin's are Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Idaho, Min­ nesota, Montana, New Hamp­ shire, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, Washington and Wyoming. In striking down the Wiscon­ sin law, the court held in the majority opinion by Douglas that "where the taking of one's property is so obvious, it needs no extended afgunient to con­ clude that absent notice and a prior hearing . . . this prejudg­ ment garnishment procedure violates the fundamental prin­ ciples of due process." Suit Against Farm Workers Set Aside By Circuit Court FRESNO, Calif.—U.S. Dis­ trict Court Judge M. D. Crocker dismissed a $75 million damage suit by growers against the United Farm Workers Organiz­ ing Committee, but gave the growers 30 days to produce ac­ ceptable evidence to substan­ tiate their charges. A group of 81 growers sued the union for triple damages under the antitrust laws. Claim­ ing the union's nationwide Cali­ fornia table grape boycott is illegal, the group alleged a "conspiracy in organizing un­ willing farm workers, coercion to boycott the sale of grapes, and conspiracy with retail out­ lets to prevent the sale of grapes." Tlie judge said the growers had not presented sufficient evi­ dence to justify a hearing but granted their lawyers' request for additional time to amend their petition. UFWOC has had to file law­ suits of its own to counter ac­ tions by other grower groups. Counsel Jerome Cohen noted at union headquarters in Delano, Calif. In one such suit, the un­ ion sued growers in Kern Coun­ ty for forming a "company un­ ion" of grape pickers. There the courts ordered the union to amend its petition to state a more persuasive cause ctf action. The decision reinforces the recently enacted federal truthin-lending law which makes it illegal for an employer to dis­ miss a worker because his wages are attached. Some employers have avoided the bookkeeping involved in making periodic garnishment deductions by hav­ ing it known that any worker who had his wages attached and who did not discharge the debt would lose his job. Justice Hugo L. Black dis­ sented from the majority opin­ ion, asserting that the decision is "a plain, judicial usurpation of state legislative power to de­ cide what the state's laws shall be." September, 1969 Seafarers of India President Visits SlU Dr. Shanti Patel (right), president of the National Seafarers Union of India, points to Bombay as SlU Representative John Yarmola looks on. Patel paid a call at SlU headquarters during a visit to New York. Labor Hits HaynsworthAppointment As Justice of U.S. Supreme Court WASmNGTON—The AFLCIO has asked the Senate to re­ ject President Nixon's nomina­ tion of Judge Qement F. Hayns­ worth, Jr., to the Supreme Court, on the basis of a judicial record marred by "decisions hostile to workers and Negroes." Federation President George Meany expressed labor's "grave concern" over the nomination of the conservative South Caro­ lina judge, whose decisions in a number of key trade union and civil rights cases have been re­ versed by the Supreme Court. Before the appointment was made, Meany had informed President Nixon of labor's ob­ jections to Haynsworth. The Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, the major coalition of Negro, labor, religious and civic groups, also vigorously chal­ lenged Haynsworth's qualifica­ tions. Meany urged the Senate to consider Haynsworth's "total record, including the caliber of the judge's decisions, and his lack of understanding of the as­ pirations of workers and minor­ ities." He added, "We believe that it is a record which does not merit reward and which does not qualify Judge Haynsworth for the nation's highest court." The President's nomination of Haynsworth was announced by White House Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler more than a week after the late Senate Re­ publican Leader Everett McKinley Dirksen had revealed the choice. It was promptly applauded by Senator James O. Eastland, the Mississippi Democrat who heads the Senate Judiciary Committee and by Senator Strom Thurmond(R-S.C.), the former Dixiecrat presidential candidate who has ^come a key political ad­ viser to President Nixon. Haynsworth, 56, was a wealthy corporation attorney who served as a director of major companies when he was named to the Court of Appeals by President Eisenhower 12 years ago. Although a titular Democrat, he had supported Eisenhower in his presidential campaigns. Just last June, the Supreme Court unanimously overruled Haynsworth and other judges of the 4th Circuit Court of Ap­ peals in a series of decisions in­ volving the right of the National Labor Relations Board to order an employer to bargain with a union on the basis of a cardcheck after the company had used unfair labor practices to destroy the union majority. If decisions written by or con­ curred in by Haynsworth had been permitted to stand, the NLRB would have been unable to deny an employer the fruits of his illegal union-busting pol­ icies. One 1967 decision written by Haynsworth contended flatly that the NLRB does not havd the right under ^y conditions to order an employer to bargain with a union on the basis of signed authorization cards, even though it flnds that it would be impossible to hold a fair elec­ tion. Perhaps the best known labor case in which Haynsworth was overruled by the Supreme Court —again in a unanimous opin­ ion—stemmed from the closing of the Darlington, S. C., textile mill after its workers had voted for union representation. Haynsworth cast the deciding vote in a 3-2 decision by the 4th Circuit Court which rejected the NLRB's effort to compel the parent Deering Milliken textile chain to provide jobs and com­ pensation for the hundreds of fired workers. The court said in effect that an employer has an absolute right to close any plant for any reason. In reversing the decision the Supreme Court made one im­ portant qualification. It said an employer could not close a sin­ gle plant" in a chain so as to "chill" unionism in the other plants. In a follow-up case involving an NLRB order to Deering Milliken to provide jobs and back up pay of up to 12 years for the 500 fired workers, Haynsworth joined in upholding the labor board. But his separate concur­ ring opinion argued strongly for reducing the corporation's back pay obligations to the fired workers. Haynsworth in an earlier case held that the Rubber Workers could no longer picket the O'Sullivan Rubber Company after they had lost representa­ tion rights when strikebreakers hired to replace the workers were allowed to vote but the strikers were not. Until a series of Supreme Court decisions clearly pointed the path, Haynsworth took the position that southern school districts weren't obligated to in­ tegrate schools as long as they did not impose compulsory seg­ regation. In one prominent case, over­ ruled by the Supreme Court, Haynsworth had upheld a socalled "freedom of choice" plan, a device used by some southern school districts to avoid more than token integration. In re­ versing him, the Supreme Court said such plans are unconstitu­ tional unless they succeed in eliminating dual school systems. The vacancy on the Supreme Court was left by the resigna­ tion of Justice Abe Fortas last May. President Nbton earlier named Warren E. Burger to suc­ ceed Earl Warren as Chief Jus­ tice and thus has his second op­ portunity to alter the complex­ ion of the nation's highest court. �^:^SrS»5terwi' September, 1969 SEAFARERS ' Vmge Eleven LOii Expanding SlU Pension Roster Adds 22 More Seafarers TU'eTity-two more Seafarers ended their long careers at sea last month and joined the ever­ growing ranks of the pensioners. Steele McDonald Jay Steele, who makes his home in New Orleans, Louisi­ ana, joined the Union in the Port of Tampa, Florida. A na­ tive of Florida, he is 61 years old. Brother Steele has sailed as a chief cook, baker, wiper and ordinary seaman in the steward department. He last sailed in 1969 aboard the Kyska. Jesse McDonald, a native of Jackson, Alabama, now makes his home in Orange, Texas with his wife Willie Kate. Brother McDonald is 65 years old and Stickney Santos joined the SIU in Port Arthur, Texas. Having sailed for over 33 years. Seafarer McDonald had been working for Slade, Inc. as a chief engineer in the engine department. James Stickney, who joined the Union in the Port of New York, now lives with his wife, Margaret Elizabeth, in Mont­ gomery, New York. An engi­ neer in the engine department. Seafarer Stickney last sailed aboard the Trenton in 1968. r Flannery Lowman He is 61 years old and a native of Otego, New York. From 1926 to 1930 he served in the Navy, Raul Delos Santos, who has been sailing for 30 years, last shipped aboard the Petro Chem as an FWT in the engine depart­ ment. A native of Texas, he now lives in Galveston with his wife, Trine. He joined the Union in 1944 in the Port of New Orleans. John Flannery of Union City, New Jersey last sailed with Seatrain Lines in 1968 as an AB in the deck department. He is 65 years old and a native of New Jersey. Brother Flannery joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1943. In 1961 he was issued a Union picket duty card. Seafarer Flannery has been sailing for 31 years. Kane MaUnowski Henry Lowman makes his home in Pulaski, Vir^nia with his wife, Lillian Effie. A native of Pulaski, Brother Lowman is 67 years old. He last sailed aboard the Halaula in 1969 as an electrician in the engine de­ partment. Seafarer Lowman joined the Union in the Port of Norfolk. Leon Kane, a bosun and car­ penter in the deck department, joined the SIU in the Port of Baltimore. A native of New York, he now lives in Manhat­ tan with his brother, David Bernard. His last vessel was the Alcoa Master in 1968. Walter Malinowski of Balti­ more, Maryland worked as a bargeman for the B and O Rail­ road. A native of Baltimore, Brother Malinowski is 65 years old. He joined the Union in the Port of Baltimore. Lester Lapham joined the SIU in the Port of Boston. Bom * Lapham • w • « Herldnheins in New London, Connecticut, he is 65 years old. He was a wiper in the steward department and will now be spending his retirement in Long Beach, Cali­ fornia. Brother Lapham served in the army from 1922 to 1923. He began his sailing career in 1937. Henry Herkinheins, a native of Baltimore, Maryland, joined the Union in the Port of New York in 1943. He had been Mina Werner sailing since 1937 and last worked in the deck department aboard the Raleigh as an AB. Brother Herkinheins now lives in Long Beach, California, with his wife, Lucille Helena. John R. Mina joined the SIU in the Port of New York. He is 64 years old and was born in Manila, Philippine Islands. Brother Mina now makes his home in New Orleans with his son, John. Sailing since 1925, he last worked as a chief cook aooard the Del Norte in 1969. John W. Werner, Jr., 67, was bom in Philadelphia where he still lives with his wife, Anna Mae. A deckhand. Brother Werner last worked for the Taylor Towing Company in 1969. He joined the Union in the Port of. Philadelphia. In 1918, Seafarer Werner served a hitch in the Army. Alfonso Lopez, a native of Puerto Rico, now makes his home in the Bronx with his wife. Lopez Atizado Antonia. He is 60 years old and joined the SIU in the Port of New York. Seafarer Lopez shipped as AB in the deck de­ partment and last sailed aboard Seatrain New York. Roy Atizado was a member of the steward department and lives in Seattle, Washington, with his wife, Rizalina. He was born in the Philippine Islands and joined the Union in the Port of New York. Sixty-six years old. Seafarer Atizado shipped as an assistant cook and last sailed aboard the Anchorage in 1968. Bartolome Del Valle was born in Puerto Rico and con­ tinues to make his home there with his wife, Luisa. He joined the SIU in 1944 in Puerto Rico and sailed as an oiler in the engine department. His last ves­ sel was the Seatrain New York in 1968. Alex Francisco joined the his home in Brooklyn with his wife, Isarel. He joined the SIU in New York and sailed as an AB in the deck department. Boswell Izquierdo Seafarer Izquierdo's last vessel was the Summit in 1968. Broth­ er Izquierdo had been sailing since 1935. Clarence Alfonso Collins was a steward who last sailed on the Newark in 1968. Sailing since 1926, Brother Collins is one of the real SIU oldtimers who joined the Union in 1938 in Mobile. He is a native of New Orleans and now lives in Man­ hattan with his wife, Aurelia Myrtle. Guy Nealis of Baltimore, Maryland worked as an OS in the deck department. His last vessel was the Portmar. A na­ tive of Maryland, Brother Nealis joined the Union in the Port of Baltimore. He is 66 years old. James Derrickson joined the Union in the Port of Philadel- phia. He was an oiler who last sailed for P. F. Martin, Inc. in 1969. A native of Delaware, Brother Derrickson is 66 years Collins Nealis old and now makes his home in Philadelphia with his father, Lemuel. Elijah C. Piatt of New Or­ leans worked as an AB in the deck department. He last sailed Derrickson Piatt on the Alcoa Voyager in 1968. Sailing since 1940, Brother Piatt joined the SIU in the Port of New Orleans. A native of Georgia, Seafarer Piatt now lives in New Orleans with his wife, Carol Mary. MSTS Officer Shoots Holes In ^Effective Control' Theory WASHINGTON—A top offi­ cer of the Navy has shed strong doubts on the dependability of the "effective control" concept. This is the idea that ships reg­ istered under foreign flags and manned by non-American sea­ men are available for use in time of national emergency be­ cause they are obligated under contracts with the Maritime Administration. "At best, this is a matter where reasonable doubt may be said to exist," Captain M. Godek, Comptroller of the Mili­ tary Sea Transportation Service declared in a statement to the House Committee on Appropri­ ations. The committee is con­ Del Valle Francisco sidering the proposed Depart­ SIU in 1944 in the Port of New ment of Defense budget for fis­ York. A native of the Philip­ cal year 1970. pine Islands, he now lives in Experiences during World Metairie, Louisiana with his War II, Captain Godek noted, wife, Gladys. Seafarer Fran­ were quite good, as they were cisco was a cook, baker and during the Korean conflict. In butcher and last sailed aboard both these national crises, he the Selma Victory in 1968. He said, there were no incidents of has been going to sea since seamen refusing to sail ships to 1941. the combat zone. This was so Raymond Francis Boswell of because non^Americans sym­ Gretna, Louisiana was born in pathized with the cause for Vermont 65 years ago. He which the United States was joined the Union in the Port of fighting. New York and last sailed on the "The Vietnam operation has Transpanama in 1968. Brother been carried on in a different Boswell was a bos'n in the deck climate," Godek pointed out, department and had been sail­ "and several well-publicized in­ ing since 1932. He now lives stances have taken place where in Gretna with his wife, Nora. non-American seamen have re­ Cesar Izquierdo, 69, is a na­ fused to sail their ships to the tive of Ecuador who now makes combat zone." Godek revealed that at least one Swedish tanker owner had requested that his ship not be sent to Vietnam because of the sentiment in Sweden against U.S. involvement there. The vessel was used in the Pacific, but outside the war zone. Sees Future Problems "Based on experience during the Vietnam operation," Godek summed up, "it may be con­ cluded that in similar circum­ stances in the future there will be some difficulty in finding foreign crews to sail ships under effective U.S. control into the war zone. . . . Support of the combat forces will have to be maintained by ships of Ameri­ can registry manned by U.S. nationals." The statement put the num­ ber 'of privately owned ships registered under the flags of Panama, Liberia and Honduras as 400 on March 31, 1969. These are considered as being "under effective U.S. control." Such ships have been called "runaway vessels" by SIU and the tramp fleet owners in that they have been registered under so-called "flags of necessity" to avoid payment of taxes to the U.S. government, the higher wages paid to U.S. seamen and U.S. safety regulations. The SIU, as well as numerous con­ gressmen, have often disputed the "effective control" theory. �Page Twelve SEAFARERS 3Q0K^6emujs LOG September, 1969 Blind Man's Bluff? lisv THE TODD DOSSIER by Collier Young (Delacorte—$4.95) This is one of the first novels dealing with what probably will be a long line of stories about heart transplants. What at­ tracts the reader to this one is the method of presentation. The intriguing story is told by excerpts from the transcript of a hearing into the events surrounding a heart transplant. In the end the bad guys are caught but the reader remains in an uneasy state. Will fiction one day turn into fact? Will a new class society come into being—the takers and the taken? As one character in the book—Walter Geiger, M.D.—testi­ fies: "... I had thought a great deal, ever since we first dreamed of transplanting the human heart, about the rapacious ones, the takers. There are always people who take what they want, no matter the cost to others. They take in order to extend their own territory, their own power. Now we had given them the opportunity to take in order to extend life itself." Disquieting words, even if they are fiction. POLAND: EAGLE IN THE EAST by William Woods (HiU & Wang—$6.50) Polish blood, like that of the Irish, runs deep in the Ameri­ can worker. For this and other reasons, this book makes inter­ esting reading. The author traces the economic and social his­ tory of Poland back to before World War I. He shows how Poland, caught between the influences of two great western nations, turned east and to communism. From the ashes of cities, destroyed by Hitler's armies, the Poles have built new cities. They have erased evidence of extermination camps and plowed the fields where giant ovens were used to cremate thousands. But memories remain and there lingers bitterness against the Germans. And twenty-five years after the ovens cooled, one can still find flecks of human bone in the soil. Woods compares writing about Poland to walking on eggs. Nothing is entirely true or untrue. He has performed a good job in turning out an interesting book without breaking too many shells. * * • BEYOND RACISM by Whitney M. Young, Jr. (McGraw-Hill —$6.95) "Black is beautiful when it is a slum kid studying to enter college, when it is a man learning new skills for a new job, or a slum mother battling to give her kids a chance for a better life." Thus writes Whitney M. Young, Jr., National Director of the Urban League. "But," he continues, "white is beautiful, too, when it helps change society to make our system work for black people also. White is ugly when it oppresses blacks—and so is black ugly when black people exploit other blacks. No race has a monop­ oly on vice or virtue, and the worth of an individual is not related to the color of his skin." In a nutshell. Young has given us the ideal, the problem and the solution to many of our racial ills. The black man must provide the initiative to force open the doors to a closed so­ ciety—^not with the fire bomb—but with willingness and de­ termination. By the same token, the white man must provide the key because it is he who controls the society. And the opportunity for doing this lies, to a great extent, in the labor movement. No stranger to lalx)r. Young offers both praise and criticism of the movement. Crediting labor with correcting many of the social ills of an earlier day and with lending valuable support to the earlyday civil rights movement; Young writes that many a black man has found the key to a better life via the union job. At the same time others have found the door closed because of their color. Young writes: • "The fact that labor led the way in bringing about the social reforms of the past probably accounts for the great dissilliisionment with many unions today. "... Labor today, to many, presents an image of a protective association, filled with middle-class people who have advanced rather quickly and are preoccupied with maintaining the status quo and are increasingly hostile to efforts of minority groups to join them in their newfound prosperity." Young believes that the individual can do much to change this. His individual actions in his union, his church and his community, can help change the course of our collective actions. Racial harmony may seem a long way off in view of many of today's headlines; but we must start someplace. Perhaps the place to start is the thoughtful reading of books such as this one. President Nixon's nomination of South Carolina's U.S. Appeals Court Judge Clement F. Haynsworth, Jr., to the United States Supreme Court can only be viewed as potentially disastrous to the labor movement, the civil rights movement, and to the future welfare of the nation as a whole. Should the Senate be unwise enough to confirm the appointment of this 3roponent of arch conservatism to the highest tribunal in the land, there can )e little doubt that the forces of reaction in the nation will gain a powerful ally in their unending battle to impede social progress and thwart the trade union movement's efforts to bring about economic and educational equality for all Americans. Aside from the fact that Haynsworth's career on the bench has consist­ ently been marked by anti-labor and anti-civil rights decisions, he has also been charged by the AFL-CIO and civil rights leaders with serious conflicts of interest. Outstanding among these charges is the fact that Haynsworth held a one-seventh interest in a vending machine company which did an annual business of $100,000 with the Deering Milliken textile chain at the time he cast the deciding vote in a 1963 Appeals Court decision which upheld Deer­ ing Milliken's right to close down its Darlington, S.C., mill to punish work­ ers for voting for union representation. Haynsworth did resign as a director of the vending firm before the Darlington decision was handed down, but not before the case was argued. Even then his resignation could hardly be called voluntary. By his own ad­ mission, he acted only in compliance with a resolution of the Judicial Con­ ference of the United States which barred federal judges from serving as officers or directors of profit-making corporations. And the record shows that Haynsworth is no stranger to profit-making organizations. He has substantial stock holdings in no fewer than 46 com­ panies—among them the notoriously anti-labor textile giant, J. P. Stevens. Although most of Haynsworth's more damaging blows against labor and minority groups—including the Deering Milliken decision—^have been nullified by the Supreme Court, his record is not a pretty one. In addition to his prejudice against labor, he also ruled in favor of Prince Edward County, Va., when it attempted to junk its public school system rather than integrate, and has backed discrimination against Negroes in federally as­ sisted hospitals. Small wonder that AFL-CIO President George Meany has branded Haynsworth "not fit" to sit on the Supreme Court and Civil rights leader Roy Wilkins has said his confirmation by the Senate would "shake the con­ fidence of millions of Americans in . . . the belief that the judicial process will produce justice." We couldn't agree more. �September, 1969 [I- SEAFARERS MEET YOUR fiHIP'fi COMMITTEE LOG Page niineen F ULL PARXiaPAXION by all Seafarers in the affairs of their Union is the primary aim of the Ship's Committee—the vital contact between SlU-contracted vessels at sea and SIU activities in the ports. These five-man committees—consisting of a ship's chairman, secretary, and a delegate from each of the three departments—conduct weekly shipboard meetings to dis­ cuss issues and beefs which are important to the welfare of the membership. SEATTLE—(Seated l-r) Erasmo Arroya, deck delegate: Sadak Wola, engine; E. Morales, ship chairman: and Edward Kaznowski, secretary. *. ^Standing is Eugenic Gatmaitan, steward delegate. The Seattle's com-v mittee reports that weekly shipboard meetings have been successful. : COLUMBIA—Keeping their shipmates up to date on SIU programs are (l-r) Joe Werselowich, steward department delegate: Nick Natgimisios, ship secretary: Steve Homka, chairman; Johannes Roos, engine delegate: Joseph Catherman, deck. The committee reports a smooth trip. ROBIN GRAY—Representing the SIU aboard their ship are (l-r) Lloyd Zimmerman, steward delegate; Bill Osborne, chairman: Ralph Seckinger, deck delegate: Carlton Grimes, secretary: and Earl Clark, engine. The pension plan was discussed at ship meetings. SUMMIT—(Clockwise) William Hamlin, steward delegate: Walter Gustavson, ship chairman: James Allen, retiring ship's delegate: William Seltzer, secretary: Rafael Matos, engine delegate: Calvin DeSilva, deck. Committee reports all beefs settled by delegates. LONGVIEW VICTORY—Frank Radzvida. the retiring ship's delegate, left, reported a good voyage as he posed with the ship's committee (l-r) Sid Berger, secreta'y: Walter Marsh, chairman: Mike Meguissgluu, steward delegate: and J. W. Canard, deck. �Page Fourteen SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 Federal Job Safety-Health Board Steelworkers Get Bask Plan Jtnd Standards'Urged by President Offering Earnings Protection WASfflNGTON — President Nixon has called on Congress to create a five-member board to set occupational health and safe­ ty standards for industries and businesses so as to reduce "need­ less illness, needless injury and needless death." President Johnson called for federal standards last year in a proposed Occupational Safety and Health Act but the legisla­ tion died after employer groups mounted a nationwide drive against it. Senator Ralph Yarborough (D-Tex.) and other lawmakers have introduced similar legisla­ tion in this Congress. Under Nixon's plan, the board's five members would be appointed by the President, with Senate consent, to five-year terms, staggered so that one member would change each year. At least three board mem­ bers would be exp>erts on health and safety. Under the bill being prepared by the Labor Department, the board would begin enforcing the standards on July 1, 1972. The board would be directed to adopt "national consensus standards" already established by industry, labor and other or­ ganizations. It would initiate standards in areas where none exists. If the Secretary of Labor or the Secretary of Health, Educa­ tion and Welfare object to any such "national consensus stand­ ards" they may bring that ob­ jection before the board for a full public hearing. The Secretary of Labor would have the initial role in enforcing standards that the board estab­ lishes. He would bring com­ plaints of violations before the board. If the board determined a violation exists it could issue orders the Secretary could seek to enforce in court. In some sit­ uations, the Secretary would be allowed to go directly to the \Reinibliran Highway Leads Bark to LBI SACRAMENTO, Calif. —stretch of new highway in the Los Angeles area was named the Richard M. Nixon Freeway in a resoluI tion passed by the California j State Assembly—^but far­ mer President Lyndon B. Johnson had the last laugh. During ceremonies nam­ ing the freeway, near Nixon's home town of Whittier, Republican Assembly­ man John V, Briggs point^ out that the Democrats had not been forgotten. "It takes you directly to the Lyndon B. Johnson off-ramp," he noted. courts. Violation of the standards would be subject to a fine of up to $10,000, and the board would be authorized to ban employer violators from government for the next three years. The legislation would encour­ age the states to adopt their own health and safety regulations if they were as strict as the federal standards. The federal stand­ ards would continue to apply in states not producing board , ap­ proved plans. The standards set by the board would apply to all em­ ployers except for federal, state and local governments and ag­ riculture employers who do not use more than 500 man-days of hired labor a year. A National Advisory Com­ mittee on Occupational Safety and Health would be set up to advise the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Health, Ed­ ucation and Welfare in adminis­ tering the law. Nixon, in his message, ob­ served that "few people realize the extent of needless illness, needless injury and needless death which results from unsafe or unhealthy working condi­ tions. "Every year in this country some 14,000 deaths can be at­ tributed to work-related injuries or illnesses. . . . "It is interesting to note that in the last five years, the num­ ber of man-days lost because of work-related injuries has been 10 times the number lost be­ cause of strikes." The President emphasized that the "most important conse­ quence" of losses due to sick­ ness or accidents on the job is the "human tragedy" that oc­ curs through the suffering of the worker who is struck down and his family. "In addition," he said, "the economy loses millions of dol­ lars in unrealized production and millions more must he used to pay workmen's compensation benefits and medical expenses." Federal Safety Law Signed; Covers Construction Workers WASHINGTON — The first and Dominick V. Daniels (Dfederal job safety law covering N.J.). nearly four million building They stated that 2,800 con­ trades workers was signed by struction workers were killed President Nixon last month. on the job in 1968—reflecting "This legislation is the first "the hi^est death rate for in­ major labor bill to be approved dustry in the United States." by the 91st Congress, and the Implementation costs, Hagfirst of your Administration," gerty declared, will be "mini­ President C. J. Haggerty of the AFL-CIO Building and Con­ mal when compared to the lives struction Trades Department that will be saved and the need­ noted in a message to the Pres­ less disabling injuries which will ident. be prevented." The law provides that no con­ tractor or subcontractor on fed­ eral or federally-assisted proj­ ects may require any laborer or mechanic to work under condi­ tions that are "unsanitary, haz­ ardous, or dangerous to his health or safety." Standards are to be set by the Secretary of La­ bor after public hearings. Previously, federal construc­ tion workers were covered only by the Davis-Bacon Act, requir­ ing payment of the prevailing wage. Other groups of govern­ ment contractors—suppliers and service contractors—are re­ quired by law to provide safe and healthful working condi­ tions. Haggerty pointed out that this is the first federal safety law aimed at protecting construction workers and suggested that it would "set a pattern for future federal safety legislation." PITTSBURGH — The Steelworkers have reached agree­ ment with 11 basic steel compa­ nies on an "earnings protection" plan for 400,000 workers in the industry who may be hit by pay losses due to automation, tech­ nological changes, or other eco­ nomic factors. The plan, agreed to in prin­ ciple in last year's contract settlement between the union and the employers, became ef­ fective for benefit payments Au­ gust 1, USWA President I. W. Abel said. It is financed by a fund into which the companies have been contributing 2 cents for each man hour worked in the mills by union members since last January 1. Abel said the financing plan will provide quarterly income benefits equal to the difference between the average hourly earnings of an employee in any quarter-year and 85 percent of his average hourly earnings in the previous four quarters of the year. A worker whose income has been reduced will continue to receive quarterly payments as long as his average quarterly earnings are less than 85 per­ cent of his average earnings in the preceding four calendar quarters, the plan specifies. Other features include a pro­ vision that payments will be included in computing base pe­ riod earnings, thus enhancing the benefits. General wage in­ creases will be "neutralized" under the plan to make benefits payable in' addition to any gen­ eral wage boost. The benefits also will be counted in calculating vacation and pension income. Benefit payments will be made auto­ matically, without the need for filing an application. Abel said the union has ne­ gotiated several other income maintenance programs for mem­ bers but the basic steel plan introduces "some totally new concepts." "This new program repre­ sents a genuine breakthrough toward the achievement of our long-desired goal of safeguard­ ing the earnings of union mem­ bers who may suffer economi­ cally because of constantly changing operating conditions in the industry," he said. The new plan provides the "most massive coverage" ever devised by unions and manage­ ment to soften the impact of pay cuts on employees hurt by job changes, according to Abel. The parties to the plan tried to ac= count for "all possible contin­ gencies" to protect earnings and meet the needs of steelworkers, he said. Negotiating committees were headed by Paul J. Passer, Jr., for the union and Vice Presi­ dent C. T. Spivey of the United States Steel Corp. for the com­ panies. USWA District Direc­ tor William Moran and Joseph Senturia, union consultant, also participated. The companies besides U.S. Steel are Bethle­ hem, Republic, Youngstown Sheet and Tube, Armco, Jones and Laughlin, Colorado Fuel and Iron, National (Great Lakes) Steel, Inland Steel, Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel and Allegheny Ludlum. Sponsors of the legislation in­ cluded Senators Harrison Williams (D-N.J.); Jacob Javits (RN.Y.); Ralph W. Yarborough (D-Tex.) as well as Representafives Carl D. Perkins (D-Ky.) federal law covering job safety fqr nearly four million building trades workers is signed by President Nixon. Among those at the ceremony were, from left, President Edward J. Leonard of the Plasterers and Cement Masons and President C. J. Haggerty of the AFL-CIO Building and Construction Trades Department. Labor Secretary George P. Shultz is second from right. Haggerty proclaimed it the first labor bill of importance to be passed by the 91st Congress as well as the Nixon Adrninistration. �September, 1969 SEAFARERS Page Fifteen LOG il jfIS • T fe''-. : I'&" - HE UPGRADING PROGRAMS at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship were established to fulfill two important needs: to satisfy the Union's contractual obligation to provide qualified crewmembers to man the ships; and to provide the necessary training to give Seafarers the opportunity to move up to higher-paying ratings. The program has been successful on both counts—The Union has maintained its proud record of never having an SlU-contracted ship unable to sail because of a lack of rated personnel, and many hun­ dreds of Seafarers have advanced to better jobs on deck and in the engine room. The upgrading programs for both AB and Q.M.E.D. candidates is thorough. They are designed to produce not merely endorsements, but a real proficiency in the ratings. The AB training program (a picture story of both AB and Q.M.E.D. training will appear in the next issue of the LOG) includes both class­ room and practical instruction under qualified Seafarer instructors. All AB upgraders have at least six months seatime and hold a yalid lifeboat ticket before they begin their training, which includes knottying, splicing, wheel commands, rigging, safety at sea, and all other aspects of seamanship. Pictured above on the-stern of the Claude "Sonny" Simmons is the AB upgrading class which graduated August 18. Standing (l-r) are Fred Legg, Paul Giordano, Dennis Rowland, James Hotsko, and Rob­ ert Meredith. In the front row are Andrew Stortroen, Johnnie McClinton and Joseph DeJessa. The AB upgrading graduating class of September 4 are seen above with Instructor Chuck James. In the top row (l-r) are James, J. Dermody, T. Burke, E, Tsatomiros, L. Green, and A. Derosier. Front row (l-r) are W. Casey, J. Warren, B. Schultz, A. Marcum, and J. Glover (lifeboat endorsement only). George Jordanides, Mark Hansen and Askold Smits take their oral examina.tion for able seaman with Chief Jennings Elbon, from the US Coast Guard headquarters in Baltimore. The exam took place aboard the HLSS training ship Claude "Sonny" Simmons, which is berthed at Piney Point. Rafael Lugo James Barce Ruben Maranje Howard Levine William Plasky Ferdinand DeLeon �Page Sixteen SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 Advance Seamanship Pn^ram Offers Full Book Seniorit/^ A TOTAL OF 63 Seafarers have achieved seniority up­ grading to full book membership in the SIU since the upgrading program was resumed in January, 1969. The Advanced Seamanship program provides all qualified B" book members an opportunity to upgrade their seniority and their professional skills through a training program set up at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point, Maryland. The courses of study during the month-long schedule include advanced training for rated personnel in the deck, engine and steward deparlments under the guidance of highly qualified and experienced Seafarer instructors. Advanced Seamen also receive a thorough education in all aspects of their Union. Included in the course is a detailed examination of the SIU constitution; the contract; a history of the SIU and the American labor movement; the SIU pension, welfare and vacation programs; and the function of Union meetings. To qualify for the Advanced Seamanship program, appli­ cants must be graduates of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship; have a valid lifeboat ticket; hold a Coast Guardendorsed rating, and have a minimum of 12 months seatime aboard any SlU-contracted vessels. •liiii §is| •••ti S,! CLASS OF FEBRUARY '69—Daniel Butts, Jr., John Coates. Pedro Gonzalez. Klaus Ahmels, Jonathan White, Salvatore Brunnetti, Jimmie Garner, Bjorn Gislason, Charles Howell, Nick'Kratsas, Thomas Leavey, Maurice Lipitz, William Lowry, Harmut Schultz, Edward Sekella, William Showers, Herbert' Thrower, and Robert Vinson. 1 V" • '..'.i i.. -. CLASS OF APRIL '69—William Slayton, William Jefferson, Leonard Pelettiere, Joseph Johnson, James Goggins, Mi­ chael Chiglo, Jessie Greer, Rudolph Odom, J. Thomas, G. Smith, E. Gibbs, Billy Taylor. > 'I ......... �September, 1969 SEAFARERS CLASS OF JULY '69—^Taking the oath of allegiance as full book members of the SlU are (l-r) John Doran, Erick Sbrensen, Robert Hester, Arthur Wills. CLASS OF JUNE '69—Eddie J. Williams, Jay San chez, Anthony Orzo, Ernest Haitt, and Leonard Hild ing. The new full book members were installed dur­ ing the regular June meeting at the New York hall CLASS OF AUGUST '69—(Back l-r) Harry Alex­ ander, George Williams, Alan Kagey, Dick For­ rest, Warren Sketoe. (Front) Fred Columbus, Tom Reno, James Williams, Sandy Seabrook, Henry Batch. ^ . 'VC, ' LOG Page Seventeen CLASS OF SEPTEMBER '69—Newly-installed full book members of the SlU, Fred Grudzinski, John Erickson, and Robert Leight, listen as SlU Presi­ dent Paul Hall tells them of the importance of taking an active .part in the affairs of their Union. Installation took place at the New York hall. �Page EiglileeB Lifeboat training at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point includes instruction in basic knot-tying. Instructor Tom Brooks takes his class aboard the yawl Manitou to demonstrate the proper way to bend the five basic knots and hitches on a ship. 570Endorsed For LUeboat AtHLSS SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 CLASS jj^l?—(Front row, l-r): Wayne Flanker, James McEnerey, Donald Willie, Joe Townsend, Ray Ward, Philip Brady, Joseph Darden, Gary Bennett. (Top row); Bruce Williams, Leonard Jones, Jorge Rivera, Wallace Hoyt, Earl Wilson, John Wright, Reginald Johnson, John McClenton, Ernest Taylor, Henry Odon, Barney Spears, Melvin Lipscomb, Alfred Cordes, J. Murray. In background is Claude "Sonny" Simmons. M ORE THAN 570 trainees and upgrading Seafarers have been awarded lifeboat endorsements during the past five months after completing an intensive period of classroom and practical instruction at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point, Maryland. In the last five graduating classes—covering the period of August 6 to September 3—a total of 145 trainees and upgraders have qualified for their Coast Guard endorsement. Examinations— both written and demonstration—are given by the Coast Guard every week, with an average of more than 25 candidates taking the tests each week. Preparation for the examinations are thorough. Under the expert supervision of experienced SIU instructors, every -candidate will spend at least 30 hours of supervised training in a lifeboat, both at the oars and as acting coxswain. In addition, each candidate will be required to participate in a minimum of 14 hours of classroom experience before he will be permitted to take his examination. Qass lectures include detailed descriptions of lifeboats, liferafts, and launching gear, as well as the description, location and use of all equipment required on lifeboats and liferafts. Lectures and demonstrations are also provided to familiarize the student with the types and use of various fire fighting equipment. To provide additional help to students who are having difficulty with the material, the instructors schedule special two-hour review sessions in the evening. The HLSS lifeboat training program has proven to be highly successful. To date, every trainee and upgrader who has completed the course has passed the Coast Guard examination and received his endorsement. The program is also contributing to the success of the Union's goal of continuing to provide qualified personnel to man all SlU-contracted vessels throughout the world. CLASS #18—(Front row): Steven Tobias, Kenneth Nessel, Ronald Archibald, Francis Ginorio, Tim Venable, Jerrol Lafleur, Aron Fore, Melvin Smith, Lawrence Paxton. (Second row): Luther Bailey, Thomas Kilbride, David Vaughn, Steven Venus, David Williams, Roger Anselmi, Ronald Beck, Paul Domes, Samuel Knight, Jr., Richard Ciuzio. (Third row): Paul McGaharn, instructor, Stephen Hamilton, John Boytos, Salvatore Cavalcante, George Murray, Daniel Lucas, Curtis Dentin, Thomas Carlise, Louie C. Arnett and Robbie White. CLASS #19—(Front row, l-r): John Cranmer, Bobby D. Sturgill, Jose Torres, Joseph Cutrer, Albert Timmons, Thomas Brewer, Carl Sandifer. D. Relendes, Bob Lackey, Robert Carver. (Back row): Instructor Paul McGaharn, Richard Speicher, Nathaniel Tune, Rodney Caron, Terry Meadows, John Kelley, James S. Shaver, Irving Sepulvado, Christopher Horneman, Thomas McGuire, Frederick Hawkins, Ralph Bess, John R. McNeill, Charles Burthardt, Peter Skulski, Bill Ware, John S. Boone. The class graduated August 20. CLASS #20—(Front row, l-r): T. Boothe, L. Utterback, J. MIcucci, B. Weitzel, T. Young, T, Packer, G. Morran, L. Fluker, J. Steilberg, M. OToole. (Second row): B. Greer, L. Johns, L. Ewing, J. Steinberg, A. Jordan, M. Smutek, E. Townsend, D. Sisk, P. Doval, G. Redfleld. (Top): Paul McGaharn, G. Smith, P. Butler, D. Morris, G. Showers, J. Meld-, inger, R. Young, R. McGowan, R. Brennan, C. Brinkley, H. Dillingham, E. Schwimmer. CLASS #21—(Front, l-r): W. Spiers, W. Arbogast, J. Collier, K. Hardman, W. Adams, J. Cerva, W. Palmer, P. Stewart. (Second row): P. Joseph, A. Burroughs, E. Rokicki, R. Hano, D. Mornin, E. Stacey, W. Rece, M. Boyd. (Third row): G. Deavers, B. Buffalo, H, Meehan, G. Curry, J. Buck, G. Gentner. (Fourth row); S. French, L. Kreisler, P. Keohane, C. Whatley, W. Cox, J. Bourg, M. Baily, J. Williams. (Fifth row): M. Goessel, C. Cun­ ningham, J. Klugh, P. Falls, T. Heruska, R. Alexander, D. Snipes, and E. Kuntze. �September, 1969 SEAFARERS Relaxing Time on the Choctaw I. Talcing it easy during a recent voyage of the Choctaw is this group of engine department Seafarers. Relaxing in the fo'csle while they wait for evening chow are. left to right, John Appleby, oiler; Chris Jaquez and Lewis Hertzog, wipers, and Jackie Salo, FWT. SlU Deck Officers School Upgrades 4 More Seafarers The names of four more deck department Seafarers have been added to the growing roster of men who have earned deck officer's licenses after complet­ ing the course of study offered at the upgrading school jointly sponsored by the SIU and the Associated Maritime Officers Union. These latest graduates raise to 54 the total number of men who have received their deck officer's license after attending the school and passing their Coast Guard examinations. The new deck officers are Ami Bjornsson, Edward Hecox, Joseph Renault, and Frank Throp. Ami Bjomsson, 42, was bora in Reykjavik, Iceland and joined Bjomsson Throp the SIU in the Port of New York in 1947. Brother Bjornsson is well known by many Seafarers because of his long service as an instructor at the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship from 1962-67. He has had a hand in helping to launch many a young Seafarer on a career in the merchant marine while at the school. Bjornsson now holds second mate's papers. Frank Throp, 44, was bom in Canada but now lives in Tampa, Florida, with his wife Margaret. Brother Throp joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1949 and sailed as a bosun before being accepted to the mate's training school in Sep­ tember, 1968. After completing the comprehensive course of in­ struction offered at the school, he successfully passed the Coast Guard mate's examination in May and is now sailing as a second mate. Joseph Renault, 49, has been sailing with the SIU since 1952. A native of Montreal, Canada, he now makes his home in Willingboro. New Jersey, with his wife, Claire. Brother' Renault entered the SIU-AMO-sponsored mate's training school in November, 1968. Re had sailed as a bosun before embarking on the course of instmction. After passing the Coast Guard mate's examination in July, he is now sailing as a second mate. Renault Hecox Edward Recox, 49, was bom in Cleveland, Ohio, and has been sailing with the SIU since 1956. Re lives in Seattle, Wash­ ington, and sailed as an AB be­ fore being accepted to the mate's upgrading program in Decem­ ber, 1968. Brother Recox passed the Coast Guard's li­ censing examination last month and is now sailing as a second mate. The training program, oper­ ated under a reciprocal agree­ ment between the SIU and the Associated Maritime Officers Union, is the first of its type in the industry. Applicants can begin training at any time. The period of in­ struction is geared to each stu­ dent's individual ability and knowledge, and his preparation for taking the examination. The training program—like the engineer's upgrading pro­ gram—was instituted in line with the SIU's objective of en­ couraging and assisting unli­ censed personnel to upgrade themselves. Seafarers can participate in the course of instruction at no cost to themselves. They will fie provided with meals, lodging and subsistence payments of $110 a week while they are in training. Deck department Seafarers who are interested in taking ad­ vantage of this training program may apply at any SIU hall, write directly to SIU headquar­ ters at 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York IT 232, or telephone the school at (212) 768-0561. LOG Page IVineteen Prime Need for Pharmadst Mates Seen In SIUNA-SOA Barked Study NEW YORK—By providing prompt and adequate shipboard medical treatment for ailing or injured seafarers through the in­ creased use of qualified purser pharmacist mates, much of the needless medical hardship pres­ ently endured by seamen could be eliminated and millions of dollars in medical costs could be saved annually, according to a report prepared by a maritime research firm. The study, commissioned by the SIUNA-affiliated Staff Offi­ cers Association and conducted by the Diebold Group Inc., over an eight-month period, states that at least one-fifth of the $80 million in medical claims filed yearly by American seamen could be entirely eliminated by the medical care purser-pharma­ cist mates can provide. At present, only a small num­ ber of the approximately 950 American-flag vessels engaged in foreign trade have qualified purser-pharmacist mates aboard. According to the report, the vast majority of American-flag vessels provide only a "modi­ cum" of shipboard medical care for seamen through the services of deck officers whose medical training is limited toc first aid courses. Modest estimates reveal, the report continues, that shipown­ ers can effect direct savings of $16 million per year by supply­ ing on-board medical care through qualified purser-phar­ macists mates. The report—conducted in co­ operation with the U.S. Public Health Service—also asserts that the govemment could save as much as $1 million annually at the USPRS hospitals which care for sick and injured seamen if shipboard medical care services are made more widely available in the merchant fleet. Additional savings through a reduced need for subsidy pay­ ments on medical claims and other indirect payments could alsa be realized, the study indi­ cates. Presently, the only source of shipboard medical care for the entire merchant fleet is provided by some 150 pharmacist mates. The appraisal of the state of medical care in the fleet resulted from an evaluation and cost analysis of the Staff Officers' As­ sociation Pharmacist Mate Training Program which is con­ ducted at the U.S. Public Health Service hospital, Stapleton, Staten Island, N. Y. The SOA, the union repre­ senting ships' pursers, provides candidates for the pharmacist mate school. Purser candidates Foreign Flag Ships Described As 'Beating Our Brains Out' WASHINGTON — Foreign shipping lines are "beating our brains out" not only for com­ mercial cargo but foi govern­ ment-sponsored shipments that, by law, are supposed to be "re­ served primarily for Americanflag ships," Representative Charles S. Joelson (D-N.J.) de­ clared here recently. The New Jersey lawmaker said that although Cargo Prefer­ ence laws provide "that a min­ imum of 50 percent of our for­ eign aid shipments and our agricultural surplus shipments must travel on American ves­ sels," the U. S.-flag fleet actu­ ally is carrying "substantially less" than that amount. Joelson told a meeting spon­ sored by the AFL-CIO Mari­ time Trades Department that government agencies are inter­ preting the cargo laws to make the 50 percent minimum a "ceil­ ing," and thus are "undoing the Congressional mandate" ex­ pressed in the original legisla­ tion. As a result, "American vessels are being forced into layup because they don't have cargo to carry." The Congressman said he had joined with 80 other members of the House and 5)enate in sponsoring legislation that would rewrite the existing laws so that "they achieve what the name implies — preference for American-built, Americanowned and American-manned ships—and not preference for ships flying the flags of other nations." The pending legislation, Joel­ son said, would put foreign-flag ships "at the bottom of the list." Re added: "Under any sensible interpre­ tation of Cargo Preference laws, that's where they belong. They should carry government car­ goes only when all other alter­ natives have been exhausted. "Today, the maintenance of our position as a major trading nation rests on the revitalization of our American-flag fleet—our balance of payments is affected, for good or evil, on whether our goods move in American ships or the ships of other nations— and our national defense still is linked irretrievably to our mer­ chant marine, which serves as our fourth arm of defense." "The American merchant marine has loyally served this country all these years — from 1789 to now," Joelson declared, and added that now "it is time the country served the merchant marine." for the school are selected by a panel of doctors and receive nine months of intensive medi­ cal training from Public Health Service doctors and nurses. The purser-pharmacist mate training program was establish­ ed largely through the efforts of SIUNA Vice President Burt E. Lanpher, secretary-treasurer of the SOA. It is financed by the SOA's Welfare Plan, the U.S. Public Health Service and the Department of Labor. The third class of SOA Phar­ macist Mate Training School graduates—consisting of 27 men and one woman—has already been graduated. The school, opened in 1967, provides each pharmacist mate candidate with over 1,(X)0 hours of both aca­ demic instmction and clinical experience. An independent study of worldwide maritime medical care conducted earlier this year by the SOA disclosed that the American merchant marine is seriously lagging behind all of the fleets of Westem European countries, Russia and Japan, in providing competent shipboard medical care. Among the several areas in which the study found that direct savings through the use of phar­ macist mates could occur were: Reduced Shipboard medical ex­ penses, reduced time lost due to hospitalization, decreased medi­ cal insurance costs and savings in claims for personal injuries. These areas, among others, would amount to an estimated total saving of $16,000 per ship per year. Uruguay'Vigia' Always on Top Of Ships at Sea MONTEVIDE O-^ A lonely man in a tower from dawn to dusk—that's Orlando Simonetti, the offi­ cial watchman of Uruguay's capital. From high up in his small office atop the 19th floor of the historic Palacio Sal­ vo, Simonetti faithfully scans the mouth of the River Plate, spread out below on all sides. When a ship ap­ pears, the "vigia," as he is called, informs authorities of its impending arrival. Every few minutes one of his two telephones rings. People are forever calling to find out whether a ship on which a friend or relative may be traveling has yet appeared on the distant hor­ izon. �SEAFARERS Page Twenty September, 1969 LOG To Avoid Disastrous Recession: Rollback of Soaring Interest Rates Pressed WASHINGTON—More than 200 leaders from widely varying areas of American life have ap­ pealed for swift government ac­ tion to reverse the high interest spiral "if disaster is to be avoid­ ed." They unanimously joined in a statement asking the Adminis­ tration and Congress to take steps "before the grim toll of economic ressession is again ex­ acted from the American peo­ ple." The statement came out of an "Emergency Meeting on the High Interest Crisis" in Wash­ ington attended by representa­ tives of labor, farmers, consum­ ers, retired persons, coopera­ tives, housing and civil rights groups, and local governments. Several members of Congress pledged their fullest effort in line with the meeting's proposals. which were delivered to the White House through President Nixon's counselor. Dr. Arthur F. Bums. During a half-day meeting, speakers representing the partic­ ipating organizations testified to the "bitter hardships" being heaped upon citizens by the highest interest rates in 100 Speaking for labor was AFLCIO Vice President Joseph D. Keenan, chairman of the federa­ tion's Housing Committee. He also is secretary of the Interna­ tional Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. The statement adopted by the meeting urged Nixon to voice his opposition to high interest policies and "use his great influ­ ence and power to bring a roll­ back in interest rates." Nixon also was called on to withdraw tax and loan accounts. on which no interest is paid to the govenunent, from banks that "refuse to cooperate and con­ tinue to raise interest rates." Further, the Administration was asked to investigate through the Justice Department the re­ cent action of big banks in rais­ ing the prime interest rate they charge their biggest and best customers to an "astounding" 8.5 percent. "The virtual unanimity of banks in adopting the higher rates strongly suggests the pos­ sibility of a conspiracy," the statement said. Congress, for its part, was called upon to pass legislation that will curb interest rates, and years. direct the Federal Reserve Board to sharply reduce the "ex­ orbitant" cost of credit. "Hight interest rates >are not Congress Warned of Housing Crisis Unless Money, Land Costs Go Down WASHINGTON ~ In the strongest possible language, the AFL-CIO has warned Congress that the nation is facing a des­ perate housing crisis because soaring money and land costs have priced most Americans out of the housing market. "As a nation we are not only falling short of the goals set forth in the 1968 Housing Act, but we are actually losing ground," AFI^CIO Legislative Director Andrew J. Biemiller testified. Biemiller called for new pro­ grams of direct government financing of essential housing. And he urged that rehabilitation of run-down housing be under­ taken through large-scale opera­ tions involving thousands of units instead of costly small projects. He told a House Banking subcommittee that the labor movement wants "as much qual­ ity housing as possible, built at 'the lowest possible price, to serve the most people." The subcommittee is currently re­ viewing the functioning of the 1968 housing law which set a target of a steadily increasing volume of home and apartment construction and rehabilitation. Instead of rising, the rate of home construction is plunging, Biemiller said. In the past year, "the cost of money has moved from being a serious problem to that of a national disaster." For many Americans, the 36 percent jump in interest rates just since last December "represents the slamming of the bank door in their face, the end of their last hope for funds for adequate shelter." The AFL-CIO warned of the danger of rising interest rates in its testimony last year, Biemiller noted, and "painfully" labor's warnings have been proved valid. He urged that "if housing is to be the victim of our monetary policies, it must be given special consideration and shelter." Instead of competing for housing money at the bank, home financing should have "ac­ cess to the nation's credit," Bie­ miller said. He suggested a $3 billion di­ rect loan program to. help gov­ ernment and non-profit groups finance low and moderate in­ come housing. New Fund Source Some $5 billion in National Service Life Insurance Funds could be made available for veterans'* mortgages at a belowmarket six percent rate that would still provide a higher re­ turn to the fund than it now realizes. In addition, Biemiller urged, the Federal Reserve Board could be directed to purchase up to $5 billion in governmentguaranteed mortgages, thus freeing substantial additional funds for housing loans. He suggested new programs for land acquisition to curb the "strong upward price pressures" and greater emphasis on public transportation to open up lowcost land for government-as­ sisted housing. Public l\pusing still "does the best overall job of answering the needs of low income fam­ ilies" and should be expanded, Biemiller said. Above all, he stressed, hous­ ing needs can be' met only by volume production. He assured the subcommittee that "the AFL-CIO and the building trades unions have readily ac­ cepted and adapted" to ma­ terials changes and methods "aimed at faster, more econom­ ical building." Biemiller asked: "When do we really get started on meet­ ing the unpostponable housing needs of America?" ordained by nature," the state­ ment said. "They are man-made —made by bankers seeking greater profits and government unwillingness to take positive action in favor of the borrower and the public generally." "The tools to reverse the up­ ward trend of interest rates ex­ ist; we call for their use," it concluded. Keenan said the "grave con­ cern" of trade unionists about high interest rates is not diffi­ cult to understand. "Simply put," he stated, "excessive in­ terest rates are cutting our buy­ ing power and putting us out of work." He pointed out that interest rates are in the price of every­ thing the worker buys—^from food to the TV set, from the automobile to the price of hous­ ing or rent for an apartment. "So a rise in interest rates is a rise in prices." he said. "The bankers cut the buying power of our money." To show how serious this pay cut can be, Keenan cited a June 17 article in the Wall Street Journal which assembled gov­ ernment figures on the decline m a paycheck's buying power over recent months. The article noted that debate is growing over whether the economy "can survive today's record smashing interest rates without sinking into a reces­ sion." But, it added, many Americans already are in a re­ cession. Bankers must be told "in loud and clear terms: Enough," Keenan concluded. "The Ameri­ can people want no more of this bankers' game of Russian rou­ lette with the fate of our jobs and our paychecks." Other speakers included: • President Tony T. Dechant of the National Farmers Union, who said the farmer has watched Catching Up On The News WASHINGTON—High interest rates and rising medical bills are hurting the government's budget too. President Nixon dis­ closed. He ordered federal agen­ cies to slash spending by $3.5 billion this fiscal year to compensate for unpredicted expenses. Two of the biggest single items of "uncontrollable" added expense were the higher interest rates that the government has to pay on the national debt and the rise in Medicare costs. The Treasury recently had to pay an interest rate of close to 7.5 percent—^the highest in its history—^to borrow money on a sixmonth bill. "the storm of higher and higher interest rates grow until it now threatens the economic life of family agriculture." He added, "There seems to be no limit to the greed of bankers." • Erma Angevine, executive director, Consumer Federation of America, who said that debt is an ever-increasing burden to consumers "with interest pay­ ments on mortgages and install­ ment loans now exceeding 22 percent of the average consum­ er's after-tax income." • Clarence Mitchell of the National Association for the Ad­ vancement of Colored People, who charged that banking poli­ cies are creating "catastrophe in the area of housing"—nullifying government programs to help the poor obtain decent shelter. • John J. Gunther, executive director of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, who said high inter­ est rates are causing cities to put off the building of sewers, health centers, schools and hos­ pitals "because they can't afford to finance them." Appearing to voice support for the emergency meeting's pro­ gram were Senators Fred R. Harris (D-Okla.), William Proxmire (D-Wis.) and Alan Crans­ ton (D-Calif.), and Chairman Wright Patman (D-Tex.) of the House Banking and Currency Committee. TaH fellows Toft In labor law Refmn Rep. Daniel Ronan, 55 Dies of Heart Attack CHICAGO — Representative Daniel J. Ronan (D-Ill.) died here of an apparent heart at­ tack at the age of 55, He was serving his third term in Con­ gress from a district including Chicago's West Side and an ad­ joining section of COok County. Ronan, who had a liberal voting record during his service in Congress, was a former mem­ ber of Local 7 of the Firemen and Oilers. Hixon Cats Budget By $3.5 Billion Relaxing at the New Orleans hall with the morning newspaper is Lauren Santa Ana of the steward department. A native of the Phil­ ippine Islands, Santa Ana joined Union in New Orleans in 1947. WASHINGTOPJ—The ghost of the late Senator Robert A. Taft (R-Ohio)—co-author of the Taft-Hartley Act—stalks Capitol Hill once again. Representative Robert A. Taft, Jr. (R-Ohio) is chairman of the House Republican Con­ ference Research Committee which has set up a special task force looking into labor law re­ form. He named as the task force chairman Representative Sherman P. Lloyd (R-Utah) who has two "right" and 21 "wrong" votes on the COPE voting record. �September, 1969 SEAFARERS LOG ANNUAL REPORT STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES ASSETS For the fiscal year ended March 31, 1969 GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION PLAN 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 11215 u to the SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE of the STATE OF NEW YORK The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general information as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. For a more comprehensive treatment, refer to the Annual Statement, copies of which may be inspected at the office of the fund, or at the New York State Insurance De­ partment, 55 John Street, New York, New York 10038. STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE (RESERVE FOR FUTURE BENEFITS) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. ADDITIONS TO FUND BALANCE Contributions: (Exclude amounts entered in Item 2) (a) Employer (Schedule 1) $ 136,082.89 (b) Employee 93,345.35 (c) Other (Specify) $ 229,428.24 (d) Total Contributions Dividends and Experience Sating Refunds from Insurance Companies Investment Income: (a) Interest 36,360.80 (b) Dividends 22,940.77 (c) Rents (d) Other (Specify) 59,301.57 (e) Total Income from Investments 15,092.65 Profit on disposal of investments Increase by adjustment in asset values of investments Other Additions: (Itemize) (a) (b) (c) Total Other Additions $ 303,822.46 7. Total Additions 8. Insurance and Annuity Premiums to Insurance Carriers and to Service Organizations (Including Prepaid Medical Plans) 9. Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Separately Maintained Fund 10. Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Benefits to Participants (Attach latest operating statement of the Organization showing detail of administrative expenses, supplies, fees, etc.) 11. Payments or Contract Fees Paid to Independent Organizations or Individuals Providing Plan Benefits (Clinics, Hospitals, Doctors, etc.) .. 12. Administrative Expenses: (a) Salaries (Schedule 2) (b) Allowances, Expenses, etc (Schedule 2) (c) Taxes (d) Fees and Commissions (Schedule 3) .. (e) Rent (f) Insurance Premiums (g) Fidelity Bond Premiums (h) Other Administrative Expenses (Specify) Schedule attached (i) Total Administrative Expenses 13. Loss on disposal of investments 14. Decrease by adjustment in asset values of investments 15. Other Deductions: (Itemize) (a) (b) (c) Total Other Deductions Item 1. Cash 2. Receivables: (a) Contributions: (See Item 18) (1) Employer (2) Other (Specify) (b) Dividends or experience rating refunds (c) Other (Specify) Accrued interest paid on bonds purchased 3. Investments: (Other than real estate) (a) Bank deposits at interest and deposits or shares in savings and loan associa­ tions. (b) Stocks: (1) Preferr« (2) Common (c) Bonds and debv-ntures: (1) Government obligations: (a) Federal (b) State and municipal (2) Foreign government obligations .. (3) Nongovernment obligations (d) Common Trusts: (1) (Identify) (2) (Identify) (e) Subsidiary organizations (See Instructions) (Identify and indicate percentage of owner­ ship by this Plan in the subsidiary) (1) % (2) % .' 4. Real estate loans and mortgages '5. .Loans and Notes Receivable: (Other than real estate) (a) Secured (b) Unsecured Q. Real Estate: (a) Operated (b) Other real estate 7. Other Assets: (a) Accrued income ................. (b) Prepaid expenses (c) Other (Specify) 8. Total Assets LIABILITIES Insurance and annuity premiums payable Unpaid claims (Not covered by insurance) Accounts payable Accrued expenses Other liabilities (Specify) Reserve for future benefits 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Total Liabilities and Reserves DEDUCTIONS FROM FUND BALANCE •1 - End of End of Prior Reporting Year Year 19,633.60 $ 26,754.53 967.72 112.67 52,290.71 494,616.20 83,517.18 562,136.42 67,222.64 95,115.54 592,646.12 674,989.29 $1,227,376.99 $1,442,625.63 1,227,376.99 1,442,625.63 $1,227,376.99 $1,442,625.63 GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION FUND ATTACHMENT TO THE ANNUAL REPORT TO THE SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK $ $ Year ended March 31, 1969 38,076.49 Deductions from Fund Balance Item 12(h)—Other Administrative Expenses Stationery, supplies and printing Postage, express and freight Telephone and telegraph Equipment rental Employee benefits Miscellaneous Repairs and maintenance Tabulating service Microfilming Dues and subscriptions Miscellaneous Trustees' meetings expense Fees and permits 13,395.12 1,160.64 655.23 8,952.79 1,154.02 134.81 30.00 $ 2,908.44 37.82 342.52 903.99 776.64 860.88 198.96 13,457.01 242.86 80.85 185.55 15.33 $20,010.85 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE Great Lakes Tutr & Dredge Pension Fund New York STATE OF COUNTY OF 20,010.85 45,493.46 5,003.87 Kings T$ 88,573.82 Employee RECONCILEMENT OF FUND BALANCE $1,227,376.99 303,822.46 88,573.82 215,248.64 $1,442,625.63 L gB f "• J ; • and , Triistees of the F^nd and j V '' V ' aflirm, under the penalities of perjury that the contents of this Annual Report are true and hereby subscribe thereto. Employer tx^^eex 16. Total Deductions 17. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits at Beginning of Year) 18. Total Additions During Year (Item 7) 19. Total Deductions During Year (Item 16) 20. Total Net Increase (Decrease) 21. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at end of Year (Item 14, Statement of Assets and Liabilities) Page Twenty One �<"••1 SEAFARERS Page Twenly Two ANNUAL REPORT For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1968 SEAFARERS WELFARE FUND 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 11215 to the SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE of the STATE OF NEW YORK The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general information as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbrevi­ ated. For a more comprehensive treatment, refer to the Annual Statement, copies of which may be inspected at the office of the fund, or at the New York State Insurance Department, 55 John Street, New York, New York 10038. STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE (RESERVE FOR FUTURE BENEFITS) ADDITIONS TO FUND BALANCE Item 1. Contributions: (Exclude amounts entered in Item 2) (a) Employer (Schedule 1) $4,132,602.15 (b) Employee (c) Otber (Specify) (d) Total Contributions 2. Dividends and Experience Rating Refunds from Insurance Companies 3. Investment Income: (a) Interest ? 168,643.63 (b) Dividends 69,652.31 (c) Rents 1,715.12 (d) Other (Specify) (e) Total Income from Investments ' 4. Profit on disposal of investments . 5. Increase by adjustment in asset values of investments ^ 6. Other Additions: (Itemize) (a) See attachment • 96,401.03 (b) Clinic services rendered to participating groups 241,053.33 (c) Total Other Additions 7. Total Additions $4,132,602.15 240,011.06 168,139.53 337,454.36 4,878,207.10 DEDUCTIONS FROM FUND BALANCE 8. Insurance and Annuity Premiums to Insurance Car­ riers and to Service Organizations (Including Pre­ paid Medical Plans) 9. Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Sepa­ rately Maintained Fund 10. Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Benefits to Par­ ticipants (Attach latest operating statement of the Organization showing detail of administrative expenses, supplies, fees, etc.) 11. Pasonents or Contract Fees Paid to Independent Organizations or Individuals Providing Plan Bene­ fits (Clinics, Hospitals, Doctors, etc.) 12. Administrative Expenses: (a) Salaries (Schedule 2) $ 358",446.46 (b) Allowances, Expenses, etc. (Schedule 2) . 21,611.43 (c) Taxes 18,179.25 (d) Fees and Commissions (Schedule 3) .... 78,805.12 (e) Rent 29,797.10 (f) Insurance Premiums 3,292.82 (g) Fidelity Bond Premiums 1,632.33 (h) Other Administrative Expenses (Specify) See attachment 249,898.25 (i) Total Administrative Expenses 13. Loss on disposal of investments 14. Decrease by adjustment in asset values of investments 15. Other Deductions: (Itemize) (a) Acquisition of fixed assets 39,922.13 (b) (c) Total Other Deductions 16. Total Deductions 17. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits at Be­ ginning of Year) 18. Total Additions During Year (Item 7) $4,878,207.10 19. Total Deductions During Year (Item 16) 5,104,965.55 20. Total Net Increase (Decrease) 21. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at end of Year (Item 14, Statement of Assets and Liabil­ ities) •. (1) Employer (2) Other (Specify) b. Dividends or experience rating refunds c. Other (Specify) See attachment 49,817.99 30,833.70 3. Investments: (Other than real estate) a. Bank deposits at interest and deposits or shares in savings and loan associations .. 796,072.71 1,448,090.17 b. Stocks: (1) Preferred 4,605.71 5,808.71 (2) Common 1,156,121.05 949,123.30 c. Bonds and debentures; (1) Government obligations: (a) Federal (b) State and municipal (2) Foreign government obligations .... (3) Nongovernment obligations 2,115,200.00 1,931,731.25 d. Common Trusts: (1) (Identity) (2) (Identify) e. Subsidiary organizations (See Instructions) 102,700.00 102,700.00 (Identify and indicate percentage of own­ ership by this Plan in the subsidiary) (1) See attachment % 100% (2) % 4. Real estate loans and mortgages 5. Loans and Notes Receivable: (Other than real estate) a. Secured 1,500,000.00 1,300,000.00 b. Unsecured 6. Real Estate: a. Operated b. Other real estate 7. Other Assets: a. Accrued income b. Prepaid expenses c. Other (Specify) See attachment 123,032.89 334,980.33 8. Total Assets $7,107,051.91 $6,806,586.01 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. - LIABILITIES Insurance and annuity premiums payable Unpaid claims (Not covered by insurance Accounts payable (See attachment) Accrued expenses Other liabilities (Specify) See attachment Reserve for future benefits Total Liabilities and Reserves $ 320,414.67 246,001.51 8,453.57 9,159.28 6,778,183.67 6,551.425.22 $7,107,051.91 $6,806,586.01 ^ The assets listed in this statement must be valued on the basis regularly used in valuing investments held in the fund and reported to the U.S. Treasury Department, or shall be valued at their aggregate cost or present value, whicheiVer is lower, if such a statement is not so required to be filed with the U.S. Treasury Department. $3,151,658.28 STATE OP COUNTY OP NEW YORK ANNUAL REPORT OF THE SEAFARERS WELFARE FUND NEW YORK Tnuteet of th* Fond ud . 834,446.24 »fai«..«Bd« the peaalltira of prnjury that tkacoatanlaof this Anoual Report on tne enf hereby aabacrlbcthereto. 317,276.14 J( EaploTK rwlfuitM: f" i < SEAFARERS WELFARE FUND 761,662.76 39,922.13 $5,104,965.55 RECONCILEMENT OF FUND BALANCE ii September, 1969 LOG $6,778,183.67 226,758.45 $6,551,425.22 Part IV Part ly data for trust or other separately maintained fund are to be completed for a plan involving a trust or other separately maintained fund. It also is to be com­ pleted for a plan which: (1) Has incurred expenses other than: (a) Payments for unfunded benefits or (b) Insurance or annuity premiums or subscription charges paid to an insurance carrier or service or other organization; or (2) Has assets other than: (a) Insurance or annuity contracts or (b) Contributions in the process of payment or collection. Part IV—Section A Statement of Assets and Liabilities Seafarers Welfare Plan As of November 30, 1968 File No. WP-59298 ASSETS' « End of End of Prior Reporting Item Year Year I- Cash $1,259,501.56 $ 703,318.55 2. Receivables: a. Contributions: (See Item 18) Attachment to 1968 New York State Insurance Department Annual Statement Year Ended November 30, 1968 Page 6—^Item 6—Other Additions Equipment rentals $ 29,273.44 Proceeds from sale of fixed assets , 3,563.78 Return of donated capital from wholly-owned corp 63,000.00 Miscellaneous income 563.81 $ 96,401.03 Item 12h—Other Administrative Expenses Tabulating service Stationery Postage Equipment rental Electricity Linen service Miscellaneous Telephone and telegraph Repairs and maintenance Cleaning Dues and subscriptions Employees benefits Port shipping activity report service Microfilming Licenses and permits Miscellaneous collection expense Trustees' meetings expense—miscellaneous Information booklets ". Temporary office help Maintenance of real estate Donation—Bluff Hospital Expansion Fund Drive, Tokyo, Japan 1 ' $ 79,784.90 43,713.54 1,418.91 22,179.49 568.40 198.43 25,368.80 12,233.72 6,660.74 819.26 :. 2,283.54 19,888.57 18,200.00 5,851.46 112.78 368.00 93.51 367.83 1,969.49 2,816.88 5,000.00 $249,898.25 Item 17 and 21—^Fund Balance Beginning of Year Reserve for welfare benefits for pensioners and their dependents Fund balance Reserve for future benefits End of Year $ 3,076,571.00 $3,821,306.00 3,701,612.67 2,730,119.22 $6,778,183.67 $6,551,426.22 (Continued on page 2S) v-ti �September, 1969 SEAFARERS Diggers Unearth Mystery Vessel At Building Site FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. —A heavy plate on a capstan is the only solid clue to the identity of an old ship recently unearthed by bulldozers in this Florida re­ sort city, but maritime historians are hopeful they can solve the mystery of the vessel's origin and why it was beached. Diggers, beginning the con­ struction of an apartment house on a site about 1,000 feet inland from the Atlantic Ocean, turned up the rotting remains, includ­ ing planks held together by handhewn pegs, and the cap­ stan. The plate has the year 1899 inscribed on it and also the words "American Ship Windlass Co.," and "Providence, R.I." Researchers said there was no indication whether the numerals were a clue to the age of the vessel or only to some of the equipment aboard it. A check­ up established that there is no firm bearing the name "Ameri­ can Ship Windlass Co." still in existence in Providence, the cap­ ital of Rhode Island. However, historians from Mystic Seaport, a maritime mu­ seum in Mystic, Conn., have pointed out that the crest on the capstan is a duplicate of the crest of the State of Rhode Is­ land, which bears the slogan, "Hope." Meanwhile, longtime resi­ dents who were surprised by the old ship's discovery said they could not recall any stories of missing ships that might pro­ vide some solution to the beach­ ing of the mystery vessel. AM A Tells Government: Subsidized Lines Have Confessed Their Failure WASHINGTON — Subsi­ dized steamship lines have been charged with making "a confes­ sion of failure"—^by admitting Tfiat they cannot succeed against the foreign-flag competition they were created to meet— de­ spite government subsidies to balance their construction and operating costs with those of their foreign competitors. Even the granting of anti­ trust immunity, permitting them to carry cargoes at conference rates which are at virtually the same level as those of unsubsidized American-flag ships, has not produced the desired effects, the American Maritime Associ­ ation pointed out. The charge and the analysis were filed with Maritime Ad­ ministrator Andrew E. Gibson by the AMA, which represents operators of 240 unsubsidized American-flag ships. They were developed from an attempt by the 14 subsidized lines to an­ swer a previous AMA charge that they are reaping a "double subsidy" from the government —thus enabling them to com­ pete unfairly with unsubsidized operators and resulting in huge and unwarranted costs to the U.S. government. Subsidy Ruling Requested AMA had asked Secretary of Commerce Maurice H. Stans to rule on the payment of direct subsidies to the subsidized lines for carrying government car­ goes, pointing out that this prac­ tice violated the Merchant Ma­ rine Act of 1936. The Secre­ tary has referred the matter to the Maritime Administrator. The "double subsidy" issue was previously raised by the AMA in testifying before the House Merchant Marine Com­ mittee on a new maritime pro­ cost of operation for unsub­ "The subsidized lines' ad­ gram last year. At that time it sidized ships as 60 to 62 per­ mission that they cannot com­ asserted that the subsidized lines cent higher than that for the pete successfully in the world receive not only direct subsi­ subsidized. market without continuing to dies from the government to Further, AMA declared, rely on large movements of equalize their costs with those figures quoted by the subsidized government cargo," the AMA of their foreign competitors but lines to show that unsubsidized statement concluded, "raises are also given preferential rates carriers earn higher profits were serious questions concerning —above the foreign-flag rates— not only faulty but "again draws the efficacy of the subsidy sys­ for carrying government car­ goes which are protected from attention to the whole ques­ tem and has grave implications tion of the efficacy of the sub­ for the continuance of tradition­ foreign competition. sidy laws." al policy." In the current reply, the AMA refuted three points in the subsidized lines' presenta­ tion to Secretary Stans. These were that the unsubsidized car­ riers receive more government aid than the subsidized lines, that the unsubsidized ships en­ joy lower costs because their operational patterns are less re­ Seafarer Hugh Gallagher, G-149, is now retired on an SIU stricted, and that they are indi­ disability and confined to a wheelchair with multiple sclerosis rectly subsidized, reaping higher —after going to sea since 1943. profits than the subsidized car­ An army veteran of the Korean conflict from 1951 to 1952, riers. Brother Gallagher needs letters from former shipmates to A study of the carriage of help him establish his claim to a veteran's pension on the government cargoes prepared grounds that his condition is service connected. He requests by MARAD in 1965 for the that all Seafarers who sailed with him in the deck department Congressional Joint Economic on the following ships during the periods specified contact Committee, AMA said, indi­ him. His address is 2610-40th Ave. W., Bradenton, Florida cated that the subsidized lines 33505. were paid more than half a bil­ The ships and the dates are: lion dollars in direct subsidies 2/24/53- 3/24/53 Simmons Victory and government shipping rev­ ii 4/28/53-- 6/23/53 Trinity enues. This was 43 percent "9/27/53 7/30/53-Alcoa Pegasus more than that received by all 1/11/54 11/ 4/53 Magnolia Mariner segments of the unsubsidized 2/ 7/54- 7/ 6/54 Morning Light fleet. 9/30/54- 10/22/54 Alcoa Pioneer 300% More Aid 10/26/54—11/ 5/54 Del Reo The study further noted that 11/29/54- 12/11/54 Del Aires when refinements made by the 4/15/55 1/13/55 Del Viento subsidized lines in their com­ 6/17/55 4/30/55-Seatrain Louisiana putations are accounted for, the 6/28/55-- 7/ 6/55 Steel Maker result brings the return in gov­ 7/21/55--11/ 6/55 Seanan ernment aid to 300 percent 12/22/55-- 3/13/56 Afoundria above that given to the unsub­ 6/28/56- 11/25/56 Orion Planet sidized companies. 4/13/58 12/27/57-Hastings AMA also cited statistics 11/ 8/58 7/21/58 John B. Waterman from MARAD's annual report 3/31/59 1/12/59 Jean LaFitte for 1968—also cited by the sub­ sidized lines—which show the SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN Attachment to Annual Report Form D-2 November 30, 1968 Part IV—Section A—Item 2 Other Receivables » Prior Reporting Year Year Great Lakes Seamen's Appeals Board $ 1,205.98 $ 701.12 Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Region Appeals Board .. 602.99 350.58 Seafarers Puerto Rico Division Welfare Fund 41,360.00 29,782.00 Seafarers Pension Fund . 6,513.60 —o— Seafarers Vacation Fund, Great Lakes District 135.42 —o— $ 49,817.99 $ 30,833.70 Part IV—Section A—^Item 11 Accounts Payable Due to Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship $ 1,455.05 $ —o— Due to Seafarers Vacation Fund 133.18 46,513.47 Due to Seafarers Pension Fund 293,065.50 199,488.04 Due to Welfare New York Building Corp 25,760.94 —o— $320,414.67 $246,001.51 Part IV—Section A—^Item 13 Other Liabilities Unapplied contributions Payroll deductions withheld New York City sales tax payable Seafarer Sends Out SOS To His Former Shipmates Welfare New Orleans Building Corp. Welfare Mobile Building Corp. (Continued from page 22) I. Page Twenty Three LOG $ 2,300.00 $ 449.96 6,153.57 8,697.42 —o— 11.90 $ 8,453.57 $ 9,159.28 Part IV—Section A—Item 3e—Subsidiary Organizations Capital Donated (Less Prior Reporting Name Stock Capital Reserve*) Year Year Welfare New York Building Corp. $ 2,000.00 $ 758,293.70 $ 753,293.70 $ 7,000.00 $ 7,000.00 Welfare Philadelphia Building Corp. 2,000.00 339,191.44 323,191.44 18,000.00 18,000.00 Welfare Baltimore Building Corp. 2,000.00 1,221,063.40 1,178,963.40 44,100.00 44,l0O.OO •It is the policy of the Plan to reflect its fund balance on a ;7,sh basis, therefore a resei-ve is set up representing fixed asets acquired by the Fund and donated to its corporations. The difference between donated capipil and respective reserve represents cash contributed for opeiating purposes. 2,000.00 1,035,730.16 1,017,930.16 19,800.00 19,800.00 2,000.00 200,409.41 188,609.41 13,800.00 13,800.00 $10,000.00 $3,554,688.11 $3,461,988.11 $102,700.00 $102,700.00 Individual filings of Part IV, Sections A, B and C for the foregoing subsidiary corporations will be made under separate cover. Part IV—Section A—Item 7c—Other Assets Advances to corporations— Welfare Mobile Building Corp $ 8,973.16 $ 26,973.16 Welfare Philadelphia Building Corp 17,784.09 30,284.09 Welfare Baltimore Building Corp 50,000.53 75,148.53 Welfare New Orleans Building Corp 45,216.11 79,664.07 Welfare New York Building Corp —0— 20,000.00 Travel' advances 800.00 —0— Security deposits 259.00 309.00 Fixed Assets (see attachment for reconciliation) Furniture and fixtures—Plan office 287,723.24 309,590.55 Furniture and fixtures—Detroit 10,733.48 10,733.48 Training facilities—Bayou Le Batre, Ala. ** 31,185.47 31,185.47 Medical and Safety Program facilities— Brooklyn, N. Y 95,927.20 97,273.47 Puerto Rico 67,493.02 68,050.39 Chicago, Illinois 316,.5.38.-32 321,450.47 New Orleans, Louisiana 46,926.34 46,715.09 Baltimore, Maryland 47,075.78 47,210.82 Furniture and fixtures—Blood Bank Program .. 558.78 780.36 Equipment—butports 3,190.40 5,597.40 Cemetery plots 833.30 833.30 Less reserve for fixed assets (908,185.33) (939,420.80) Advances to Seafarers Welfare Plan Clinic— Chicago, * 111 —0— 100,500.00 Insurance claim receivable —0— 1,304.76 Due from participating groups re Medical Clinic Services —0— 796.72 Total other assets $123,032.89 $334,980.33 ••Title to this property is in the name of the Welfare Mobile Building Corp., a wholly owned corpo­ ration ( ) Indicatw negative figure �SEAFARERS Page Twenty Four September, 1969 LOG Labor Expert Writes; SlU WELFARE, PENSION & VACATION PLANS Cash Benefits Paid Report Period: July 1—July 31/ 1969 Number of Benefits SSAEARERS' WELFARE PLAN Scholarship Hospital Benefits Death Benefits Medicare Benefits Maternity Benefits Medicare Examination Program Dependent Benefits (Average $484.35) Optical Benefits Meal Book Benefits Out-Patients Benefits SUMMARY OF WELFARE BENEFITS PAID SEAFARERS' PENSION PLANBENEFITS PAID SEAFARERS' VACATION PLANBENEFITS PAID (Average $430.38) TOTAL WELFARE/ PENSION & VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD — 2/365 18 18 25 Amount Paid $ 58/299.56 43/722.74 465.00 5/000.00 364 1/830 10/915.00 88/746.49 529 839 4,647 7/946.02 8/390.00 36/266.00 10/635 259/750.81 1/395 319/947.00 1/825 785,449.89 13/855 $1/365/147.70 Workmen's Compensation Outdated; Strong Fedora! Standards Required WASHINGTON — Strong federal standards are needed to shore up the nation's antiquated workmen's compensation sys­ tem, an AFL-CIO staff expert emphasized recently in an in­ surance trade publication. A piyriad of state laws have "glaring deficiencies," some of which go all the way back to when the system was set up more than 50 years ago, writes James R. O'Brien, an assistant director of the AFLrCIO De­ partment of Social Security. O'Brien expresses labor's view in one of three articles on workmen's compensation and its outlook for the future in the weekly magazine. Business In­ surance. The other writers are M. Roscoe Lowery, president of the Use of Political Muscle by Retirees Can Help Secure Better Benefits LOS ANGELES —Political activity by retired persons is es­ sential to winning major im­ provements in social security benefits, AFL-CIO Social Secu­ rity Director Bertram Seidman emphasized. If the elderly will work to get out the vote and elect friends to Congress "they will have a strong ally in the labor move­ ment," Seidman told a confer­ ence of retired union members here. The conference on the prob­ lems and potential of retirees * was sponsored by the Los An­ geles AFL-CIO's senior citizen committee. More than 150 par» ticipants heard major addresses and engaged in workshops aimed at organizing retirees. Winston Churchill once said "you can measure the civiliza­ tion of a people by the way they treat their older folks," Seidman recalled. "By this standard," he added, "our nation flunks the test." "This judgment may seem a little harsh," he continued, "but not overly so if we see the statis­ tics not as impersonal digits but remember they represent human beings—in this case, victims of low income, poor health care, bad housing, inadequate recrea­ tion and inferior food and cloth­ ing." ; For millions of the elderly, the situation is one of "misery and loneliness—living out their lives in quiet desperation in a nation where youth is wor­ shipped," Seidman said. The biggest problem for the elderly is income and the largest income program for the elderly is social security, he noted. "Un­ fortunately," he said, "the im­ portance of its benefit is in stark contrast to its adequacy." He outlined the chief points of the AFL-CIO's recommended changes in Social Security in­ cluding an increase of payments by 50 percent in the next few years, and a minimum benefit of $100 a month for a single per­ son and $150 for a couple. The federation's program, he added, which would include ex­ pansion of Medicare for pre­ scription drugs and eye-glasses, "would virtually wipe out pov­ erty among social security ben­ eficiaries." While labor is doing its best to get the program through Con­ gress, Seidman said, "these ef­ forts will never be fully success­ ful unless we are backed up by a growing and politically active senior citizens movement." He expressed hope that there would be further expansion of political activity by the aged and cited the National Council of Senior Citizens as an example of the "expanding influence" of those over 65. Nelson H. Cruikshank, NCSC oresident, described his organi­ zation's drive for improved so­ cial security benefits and the role it played in helping achieve Medicare. Also on the list of the coun­ cil's achievements, he said, are programs established for insur­ ance, prescription drugs, legal aid and a number of government services for the aged. Cruikshank stressed that the council has supported programs that go beyond the elderly to benefit persons of all ages, such as minimum wage legislation, job training and consumer pro­ tection. "We are not a separatist group but a part of the main- stream of life sharing the same goals with many segments of so­ ciety," he declared. Other speakers included Dr. James Birren, director of the Center of Gerontology, Univer­ sity of Southern California; and Representative James C. Corman (D-Calif.). James Carbray, chairman of the Los Angeles federation's senior citizens committee, was chairman of the conference. International Association of In­ dustrial Accident Boards and Commissions, and Paul S. Wise, president, American Mutual In­ surance Alliance. Workmen's compensation was society's first major legislative response to the human and so­ cial needs of industrial and technological change, O'Brien points out. However, he adds: "After 50 years the results are disappointing. Technologi­ cal and industrial progress has proceeded at breakneck speed but state workmen's compensa­ tion laws have not kept pace." He cites examples of defi­ ciencies in such terms as these: • Depending upon your source, estimates of workers covered by laws "range from a low of 60 percent to a high of 80 percent." • A number of laws that al­ low employers to accept or re­ ject them and provide wide exemptions "are indefensible anachronisms in the system." • Strict limitations on med­ ical benefits contained in 18 state laws "are inexcusable" and limits on occupational dis­ ease coverage "in a like num­ ber of state laws is tragic." • Death benefits in too many states "utterly fail to provide adequate protection for a sur­ viving widow and children." • Disability benefits "are even worse" under the system with a majority of states pro­ viding payments so low that the family of the injured worker "is forced to live below the poverty level." Herald-Examiner Strike-Lockout Continues HffiRlDjXRMlMR ON STRIKE 600 DAYS "nmamm r" Cl' . In other areas, O'Brien points to a lack of permanent total dis­ ability benefits under many laws and harsh limitations on the duration of benefits that violate "the original intention of our workmen's compensation sys­ tem." He sets forth the AFL-CIO's program of minimum standards for state laws to include: Coverage of all workers and all occupational injuries and diseases, full medical benefits, rehabilitation benefits, benefits for the totally disabled for the period of disability, death ben­ efits for a widow until death or remarriage, choice of physician by a worker, double benefits for illegally employed minors who are injured on the job and max­ imum temporary total disability of not less than two-thirds of the injured worker's average weekly wage. The article describes some improvements made in the Fed­ eral Employees' Compensation Act by Congress in 1966 and pending bills to establish na­ tional standards and protect workers in certain industries, such as coal and uranium min­ ing. "All of these proposals," O'Brien declares, "stem from the conviction of responsible people that state legislatures cannot be relied upon to mod­ ernize the workmen's compen­ sation system." ' A greater federal voice in the system is needed, and it is "be­ ing demanded by injured work­ ers and their families," he con­ cludes. Lowery and Wise, while op­ posing federal standards ac- . knowledged deficiences in state workmen's compensation laws. Lowery said that the states must meet their responsibilities at "a more rapid pace." States that lag, he said, "must be made aware that the alternative to their inaction is strong federal legislation." Wise conceded that inade­ quacies in state laws require "quickly accelerated progress" toward improvement or there will be "burgeoning federal in­ tervention." ADOUA Anti-Uriott Employer i/tw: HiV'V''- Updated strike calendar at Los Angeles Newspaper Guild strike head­ quarters shows how long the strike and lockout continues at the Hearst Herald-Examiner. Daily chore is performed by Guild members. Fmed $250 Daily CINCINNATI—Bet you thought it would never happen. An employer here is being fined $250 a day for every day he refused to recognize the union of his employees. A higher court, however, has ordered a stay of the execution of the fine pending appeal. The employer is the Metro­ politan Housing Authority. The union is District 51, State, County and Municipal employ­ ees, representing maintenance men at 12 apartment complexes. �September, 1969 Five Seafarers were recently hospitalized from the crew of the Monticello Victory (Monticello Tankers), Meeting Secre­ tary Arthur Rudnickl writes. Ac­ cording to Ship's Delegate J. Gor„ - . ,. man, they are Rudmcki ^ j Schidtze at Bombay; E. Mastriannl and D. Payne at Yokosuka and J. Richards at Sasebo. The ship's treasury holds $20 Amer­ ican plus three Singapore dol­ lars. Brother Enos Ott was elected new ship's delegate upon Gorman's resignation. The meet­ ing was attended by 26 mem­ bers and chaired by Brother A. R. Haskins. AI> Raymond W. Hodges, ship's delegate aboard the Fairland (Sealand), re­ ports that the ship ran into a "little gale" whose winds reached some 120 miles per hour about two days before Hodges reaching Japan. Both vessel and crew weathered the storm fairly well, except for Chief Cook Robert R. Mortenp sen, whose left hand was badly cut during the ordeal. Brother Mortensen had to be hospital­ ized when the Fairland reached Japan, and unfortunately had to remain behind when the ves­ sel began her return trip home to Oakland, California. Some light damage sustained by the vessel during the storm was repaired while the vessel was docked in Japan. SEAFARERS Frank Smith, meeting chair­ man aboard the Seatrain Gemrgia (Hudson Waterways), re­ ports that some of the "oldtimers" aboard took time out during the ship's meet­ ing to acquaint several new members with some points of Smith shipboard proce­ dure and explain the various SIU welfare benefits. Brother Duane Mylar was elected to serve as ship's treasurer and im­ mediately began working on set­ ting up a ship's fund. The crew went on record with a vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for doing a really fine job on this voyage. Also noted was the full co-operation of the cap­ tain, mate and chief engineer in helping to keep things running smoothly on this trip. <I> John J. Doyle, meeting secretary, made a motion at a meeting aboard the Oakland (S e a-L and) which was sec­ onded by M. E". Sanchez, that the vacation plan be amended to give special con­ White sideration to service aboard containerships. The Seafarers suggested that containership companies pay a bonus of seven days per month, to be given at the completion of each voyage. There are no beefs and the ship's movie fund has $121. The men also felt that all hands should attend meetings and that the crew should con­ tinue to elect ship's delegates. T. J. White, ship's delegate, chaired the meeting at which 20 members were present. The crew of the Seafarer Meeting chairman Joe Col­ (Marine Shipping) was restricted at Res Shirkein, lins reports everything running Egypt, Meeting smoothly aboard Secretary Cliff the Del Mar o Mallory reports, (Delta Line te s.-is that he Inc.). Brother w M . jg sending a let­ Juan A. G. Cruz ter signed by the had to leave the customs officer. ship in Salvador, Also reported Brazil, and fly Hawcroft was that launch home to be with Collins his wife who was service in Bombay was held taken ill. A radiogram sent to down to one a day and that mail the crew by Brother Cruz was service from the agent was bad. received several days later Some overtime is pending. There thanking them for making it were 23 members present at the possible for him to make the meeting, which was chaired by flight home. All hands are happy Steward Delegate Elmer R. to learn that Mrs. Cruz is now Hawcroft. The crew is still in improving. A vote of thanks need of a new washing machine was extended to Brother Julius which was to be installed in Scbeidel, ship's delegate aboard Seattle prior to departure. Nor the Del Mar, for a job well done was the ship fumigated in Seat­ tle. in representing the crew. Page Twenty Five LOG William Rakestraw, second electrician. was elected ship's secretary-report­ er aboard the Steel Apprentice (Isthmian), Meeting Secre­ tary Paul Lopez _ writes. Rake'^hraw promises Lopez maybe pictures in the near future. Ship's Dele­ gate Anthony Torsado chaired the meeting at which 26 mem­ bers were present. After a dis­ cussion on the pension plan, the majority felt that a reduced pen­ sion should be available after 15 years or 60 quarters seatime and a full pension after 20 years or 80 quarters. T. Klinse is deck delegate; M. Eimar, engine dele­ gate and M. Caampued, stew­ ards' delegate. A vote of thanks for a job well done was given the steward department. Com­ plaint was made about the nonreceipt of LOGs and communi­ cations. A breakdown in the air con­ ditioning which lasted for 18 days was report­ ed from the Transcolumbia (Hudson Water­ ways) by R. Kalisli, meeting sec­ retary. Arthur Beck, ship's del­ egate, announced Beck the matter would be brought to the attention of the boarding patrolman. Beck chaired the meeting at which the 24 members present dis­ cussed the new wages. All hands were happy with the new scale, and are anxious to hear about new vacation and pension bene­ fits. James Fultz is deck dele­ gate; William H. Reynolds, en­ gine delegate, and Larry Trosclair, stewards' delegate. A mo­ tion was made by Reynolds to take up with the boarding patrolman the matter of the first assistant not returning the OT sheets to the engine department, leaving the men with no record of disputed OT. It was suggested that the stewards should not send the laundry ashore in Viet­ nam as it comes back just as dirty as when it leaves the ship. ^ Some crew members are working hard to put some of the old time salty traditions back into the trade— such as the gold ring in the ear— Meeting Secre­ tary William H. Rhone reports from the Pro­ Rhone ducer (Marine Carriers). "Jerry R. Evans has some left ear pierce jobs to his credit and more of his wonders have been promised after Bom- bay," Rhone writes. The ship is due to call at Durban next. All 24 members present at the meet­ ing, chaired by Brother Alfonso Armada, agreed that the quality of both the chow and the cooks was A-OK. Two menus for each table were asked for and granted. No beefs were reported. Ship's Delegate William E. Richardson announced that one crewmember, J. Thomas, left the ship in Freeport, the Ba­ hamas, because of personal rea­ sons. Seafarer Rhone says this is his first trip under the new wage scale and he sends con­ gratulations to the negotiating committee for a good job well done. "Now, let's do something about inflation, so I can keep some of it," he says. <I> The SIU Ship's Committee aboard the Overseas Explorer (Maritime Over­ seas) has com­ municated in a note to the mas­ ter its apprecia­ tion for his ac­ tions in diverting the ship to BerMorreale i"uda. Ship's e Delegate Gerald L. McCray announced. McCray was the meeting chairman, ac­ cording to Pete Morreale, who served as secretary, and he re­ ported, in response to a previ­ ous motion by Charles Ryan, Jr., that the chief mate is aware of all items on the repair list and has scheduled work on them by priority. The deck delegate reported some disputed OT to be taken up with the patrolman. One man was sick at Bermuda and put off there for medical attention, the engine delegate stated. The letter from head­ quarters to all "B" Book mem­ bers regarding seniority upgrad­ ing was read and posted. A mo­ tion was made that all of the Seafarers fill in and mail the pension questionnaire. The ship has called at Haifa and is due to pay off on the Gulf Coast. .1. The crew aboard the Taniara Guilden (Transport Commer­ cial) has donated $135 to the wid­ ow of departed Brother William K. Kenvin, ac­ cording to Meet­ ing Secretary J. G. Juvenal. Ship's Treasurer Rogg Eddie Rogg said there was $6.70 in the ship's fund and $626 in the movie fund. Serafin Milla, who was elected new ship's delegate, will check the uncompleted repairs as well as what's being done about the rusty and salty drink­ ing water. Henry O. Nuttig is deck delegate; F. A. Torres, en­ gine delegate, and Antonio H- noco, steward delegate. Kenneth Gahagan chaired the meeting. Captain Carl Ingman died at sea, John C. Hunt, meeting sec. • retary aboard ^ ^ the Transpacffic 1 (Hudson Water^ JLI i ways) writes. A motion was made at the meeting, at which 25 mem­ bers were pres­ Chillnski ent, that condo­ lences be sent to his family from the crew. William G. Cofone was meeting chairman. Ship's Delegate Theodore Chilinski re­ ported that two men were flown back to the States from Da Nang, South Vietnam. A beef about the mess hall air condi­ tioner was settled with the cap­ tain. A motion was made and carried that a bigger AC genera­ tor be installed to accommodate private air conditioners and re­ frigerators while this ship is on the tropic run. The master ruled that the crew could have their own, since some officers already enjoy this privilege. A motion was made that the whole ship be air conditioned; also that the watchstander in the engine room filling in for a missing man should get the missing man's wages plus overtime. The wage and overtime increase was re­ ceived in Da Nang. Everybody is extremely satisfied and a vote of thanks was sent to the Union negotiators. With 28 members at a meet­ ing aboard the Columbia Baron (Columbia SS) chaired by Jose Ortiguerra, a motion was made by Brother Walter Harris to elect a new ship's delegate and the Seafarers Ortiguerra then voted Brother Rafael V. Saldana to the post. Meeting Secretary Alton R. Booth moved, and Harris seconded, to extend a vote of appreciation to the Un­ ion officers for the new raises. It was also decided to exclude longshoremen from the crew mess room, which will be kept locked. M. C. Foster is deck delegate; Joe Kordicb, engine delegate and C. R. Breaux, stewards' delegate. No beefs were reported. WRITE XOJLW.E �Page Twenty Six SEAFARERS LOG Seafarer Praises Upgrading School Member Finds 'Personals' Helpful SIU Negotiators Praised for Efforts To the Editon I would like to thank the SIU for the opportunity of at­ tending the upgrading school at Piney Point, Maryland. I went there to get my AB Ticket and was very im­ pressed with the school. It has to be the best in the mari­ time industry. I would like to thank AB Instructor Bob Garn for all the help he gave me. The day after I graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, I shipped out on the SS Berkeley Victory as an AB. I would again like to thank the SIU and a hell of a good teacher. Sincerely, George Jordanides San Francisco, Calif. To the Editon I want to thank the Sea­ farers LOG for running a personals column. It enabled me to contact my attorney in New Orleans promptly ^ter he placed a personal notice under my name in the Log. The personals column is a valuable service to the mem­ bership. Sincerely, Jerry L. Wolfe Oakland, California To the Editor: The advent of new wage gains in the three depart­ ments— namely, deck, en­ gine, and steward — in the new contract which became effective on June 16, 1969, is indeed good tidings for the SIU membership. In addi­ tion to the new wages, in­ creases in OT rates were gained by each department. Surely the membership is aware that all these things meant hard work and a lot of time and effort on the part of our negotiating committee and the officers of the Union. On top of all this, the membership did not have to strike to gain all the substan­ tial benefits in wages, OT, etc. In fact our negotiating committee does not stop after they have done their ^st to produce results good for the entire membership, but are still working to bring more beneficial results in the area of welfare, pensions and va­ cations. It therefore behooves the membership not to forget to say "Thank you very kindly," to our Union—and to the Negotiating Committee in particular—for an achieve­ ment well done. Let us hope they can bring us another good package in connection with matters still under ne­ gotiation. Sincerely, P. C. Esfel>an>—El—— 178 (ReHred) 4^ Promotes Maritime With Help of LOG To the Editw: I have had the privilege of receiving the LOG for some time. I retired from the sea in 1967 and I'm now working as a stationary engineer in New Jersey. I am a mem­ ber of various organizations —^Veterans of Foreign Wars, National Association of Pow­ er Engineers, Oil, Chemical, and Atomic Workers Union, and the International Union of Operating Engineers. I mention this because at every opportunity at the meetings of these organiza­ tions I try to promote our sadly depleted American-flag merchant marine. My being able to read the LOG is a great assistance in this activity. I hope I shall continue to receive it for a long time to come. Thank you, Allan M. Perry Jr. 4^ Seafarer Thanks Del Mar Shipmates To the Editon I would like to thank all of my shipmates and Union brothers on the SS Del Mar for their help rendered to me when I needed it so badly in Bahia, Brazil. It made it possible for me to be home with my wife when she was ill. There are no words that can express my gratitude for their help. Their thoughtfulness will dways be remem­ bered and appreciated. Once again, I thanlc every­ one for their help. Sincerely, Joan A. G. Cruz New Orieans, La» Th6 Editor Old Times Recalled^ With No Regrets To tlM Editor: Recently I retired on my SIU Pension and I could not rest until I could write of the contrast in the life of a mer­ chant seaman now with the time before there were un­ ions. Back in the '20s and the '30s you never knew whether you would get a job in a day or in a year. There were no union halls and when a ship came in you stood on a frozen dock while the mate picked his friends. If he thought you were a pro-union man you simply did not get hired. The food was terrible. After wrangling some of the slop from the galley you car­ ried it aft in tin cans. The biggest bully got the best food. You ate it where you could, and if the roll of the ship made you drop it you were out of luck unless you could fight for some more slop and get it. It was not unusual to work around the clock and who­ ever heard of being paid overtime? On those old steam tubs you could be put to work shoveling coal for six hours on and six hours off. In the winter time in the North Atlantic you spent more for warm clothes than you got in wages. The SIU changed all that. Today we have modem Union halls where a Seafarer can relax while waiting his turn to ship out. A fellow can read or trade stories with old shipmates. Not like the old dingy wooden stairways where the crimps charged you to get a job. Five years ago when I was almost totally deaf, the SIU paid for a blessed operation which restored my hearing. Now, in my old age I can live with dignity on an SIU pension. For all this I am grateml. Fraternally yours, Lawrence McCullough, M->338 <I> SIU Welfare Plan Boon to Member To the Editon I wish to thank the SIU Welfare Department for all the recent financial assistance they gave me. I don't know what I could have done with­ out the help of the SIU Wel­ fare Plan. It was extremely helpful when my wife passed away on August 1st in the John Sealy Hospital in Gal­ veston, Texas. Again, I want to say thank you for all of your help. Yours truly, Phillip F. Payne Woodville, Texas 4^ Another Boost For Welfare Plan To the Editon A note of gratitude and thanks to all for the wonder­ ful way that the SIU Wel­ fare Plan took care of my wife's doctor and hospital bills last August, 1968. It was truly a blessing not to have to worry about the extra expense. Sincerdy, Raymond E. Waterfield Norfolk, Va. September, 1969 Another Old-Timer Retires Christos Haulis, left, receives his first SIU pension check after closing out a long sailing career. Presenting the check is SIU Director of Welfare Al Bernstein. Brother Haulis last sailed as AB on the Sabine carrying a grain cargo on the long run to India. House Hikes Education Funds But Maims Anti-Bias Effort WASHINGTON — After three days of debate, the House nailed down a more than $1 bil­ lion boost in the Nixon Admin­ istration's education budget. But it also delivered a blow to school desegregation efforts. The Nixon budget called for $5 billion less for education programs this fiscal year than the school aid law authorized. The House Appropriations Committee increased Nixon's education requests by $123 mil­ lion. The House, in approving a $17.5 billion budget for the de­ partments of Labor and Health, Education and Welfare, pro­ vided $894.5 million more than the committee recommended. The final vote, 393-16, upheld an earlier vote which put in the extra money. That key vote was 242-106. U sustained by the Senate, the school funds of $4.2 billion will be the largest provided in a sin­ gle year. Most of the additional money will go to aiding schools in federally impacted areas, schools in poverty areas, voca­ tional education and student loans. On the negative side, the House put into the bill an amendment sponsored by Rep­ resentative Jamie L. Whitten (DMiss.) which would prevent cut­ off of federal aid to school dis­ tricts that* refuse to comply with desegregation orders. House liberals fought a battle to knock out the amendment, which passed the House last year but was stopped in the Senate. They lost in a 157-153 teller vote. The Nixon Administration took no position on the amend­ ment even thou^ it was urged to oppose the restriction by a number of representatives, in­ cluding Representative Silvio O. Conte (R-Mass.). There still has been no comment ort the amend­ ment by the Administration. The House also approved an amendment calling upon col­ leges and universities to cut off funds to students who take part in campus disorders. Etewever, the clu-b would be left up to the educational institutions, with no federal enforcement included. The House also passed, by a voice vote, a bill to increase vet­ erans' educational training al­ lowances by an average of 27 percent. ITie measure, which aU so would boost the subsistence allowance for disabled veterans in educational training, would affect nearly 750,000 persons. Money Due Robin Line has advised New York headquarters that they are holding unclaimed wages for the following Sea­ farers; WiUiam R. MiDer, $36.40; E. W. Bartd, Jr., $27.99; Jeny W. DeOiiiger, $38; Alva R. Bafley, $104; Robert C. Antoni, $14,76; Wilbcm G. Haggu^ $23; Julian E. Smfth, . $96; Andrew Gireen, $509.71; Jo» J. Sosa, $101; Aicttls A. Smith, $1.35; R. C. Jones, $1; J<din P. White, $15.65. Seafarers listed should con­ tact the company as soon as possible at the following address: . . J-;:Mr. F. L;Haggerty, Man­ ager, Accouciting Services, Inc., 2 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10004. �SEAFARERS September, 1969 SEATRAIN SAVANNAH (Hudson Waterwaysi, July 27 Chairman, Charles Reed; Secretary, James Car­ ter; Engine Delegate, W. Thompson; Stewards Delegate. W. McRae. No beefs were reported by department delegates. Ship needs to be fumi­ gated very badly HATTIESBURC VICTORY (Al­ coa), July 28 -Chairman, L. Englund; Secretary, E. Caudill; Ship's Delegate; Alan R. Smith; Deck Dele-gate, W. R. McClinton; Engine Delegate, P. Brooks; Stewards Dele­ gate, H. C. Mcf^urdy. Discussion held regarding poor mail service. Disputed OT in engine and steward departments. SS MISSOURI (Oriental), July 6— Chairman, William G. Rudd; Sec­ retary, S.'Sokolie; Ships's Delegate, William G. Rudd; Deck Delegate, Ernest Kolenorsky; Engine Dele­ gate, S. Sokolie; Stewards Delegate, Charles A. Donnough. Ship's delegate to contact patrolman about various beefs. Some disputed OT in engine department. Motion made that when a ship is on Persian run, the crew be allowed to pay off after 6 months, at company's expense, and his replace­ ment flown from the States. - . O^ BUCKEYE ATLANTIC (Buckeye), July 26—Chairman, John Bashan; Secrelafy, James Temple; Ship's Delegate, Charles Terry; Deck Dele­ gate, Lester W. Hall, Jr.; Engine Delegate, G. L. Saylor. Some dis­ puted OT in deck department to be squared away at payoff. MIDLAKE (American Bulk Car­ riers), July 20—Chairman, Albert R.. Wills; Secretary, Timothy Gallag­ her; Ship's Delegate, Albert R. Wills; Deck Delegate, W. Thomas; Engine Delegate, F. A. Lee; Stew­ ards Delegate, Victor T. Bonura. Matter of repairs to be taken up with patrolman. Vote of thanks to the 4-8 deck watch for cleaning mess hall in the mornings, and making good coffee. Vote of thanks to the entire steward department for a job well done. Some disputed OT in engine department. COLUMBIA TIGER (Columbia), July 13—Chairman, Edward A. Laroda; Secretary, Richard Smith; Ship's Delegate, Edward LaRoda; Deck Delegate, Bernard Lando; En­ gine Delegate, Joseph H. Lemento; Stewards "Delegate, Richard G. Smith. No beefs were reported by department delegates. COLUMBIA EAGLE (Columbia), June 22—Chairman, J. Lewis; Sec­ retary, E. Brown; Ship's Delegate, Jesse S. Lewis; Deck Delegate, Wil­ liam Guernsey; Engine Delegate, James Marsh; Stewards Delegate, Emanuel Gamil. Brother V. McCloskey was elected to serve as safety delegate and was given a vote of thanks for a job well done on previous voyages. Captain agrees to recognize all points of SIU con­ tract with crew. No beefs were re­ ported by department delegates. I'OTOMAC (Ogden), July 19 Chairman, A Horde; Secretary, W. J. McNeely; Deck Delegate, H. A Smith; Engine Delegate, H. A. Smith; Stewards Delegate, R. McKnight. Vote of thanks was ex­ tended to the steward department for a job well done. No beefs were reported by department delegates. Page Twenty Seven LOG V A; MADAKET (Waterman), May 6 Chairman, Y Somani; Secretary, Leon J. Webb; Ship's Delegate, W. M. Stanley. No beefs were reported by department delegates. Michael Quillen, ix>rn July 14, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Virgil Quillen, Philadelphia, Pa. Eric Francis Gordon, born August 11, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Richard A. Gordon, Kew Gardens, Long Island. JOHN B. WATERMAN (Water­ man), July 26-Chairman, Joseph D. Blanchard; Secretary, F. R. Sul­ livan; Ship's Delegate, Donald E. Poole; Deck Delegate, John Robin­ son; Stewards Delegate, T. G. Beatraus. Motion made that vacation pay be paid according to a man's base pay. No beefs and no disputed OT. Leisa Gordon, Born July 8, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Donald J. Gordon, Cleveland, Ohio. Dennis Wong, born Novem­ ber 27, 1968, to Seafarer and Mrs Eight Moon Wong, Provi­ dence, Rhode Island MADAKET (Waterman), August 3 —Chairman, Leon J. Webb; Secre­ tary, Edward Brinn; Ship's Delegate, W. M. Stanley; Deck Delegate, M. E. Leader; Stewards Delegate, William H. Little. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departments to be taken up with boarding patrolman. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. COLUMBIA EAGLE (Columbia), July 6—Chairman, J. Lewis; Sec­ retary, E. Brown; Ship's Delegate, Jesse Lewis; Deck Delegate, Wil­ liam Guernsey; Stewards Delegate, Emanuel Lane. $20.00 in ship's fund. No beefs and no disputed OT. STEEL TRAVELER (Isthmian), June 29—Chairman, Stanley Jan Dora; Secretary, John Coyle; Ship's Delegate, Stanley Jan Dora; Deck Delegate, Romolo DeVirgileo; En­ gine Delegate, Daniel Butts, Jr.; Stewards Delegate, Russell G, King, $7.50 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported by department delegates. All members aboard ship ratify and urge the ratification of the new con­ tract. A unanimous vote of thanks to the negotiating committee, for a job well (lone. STEEL FABRICATOR (Isthmian), July 13—Chairman, Harry Kaufman; Secretary, W. H. Simmons; Ships Delegate, George R. Wilkey; Deck Delegate, Edward J. Boadin; Engine Delegate, Albert G. Loo; Stewards Delegate, Donald Reiss. Ship _ is badly in need of repairs. No major beefs and everything is running pretty good. Ship's delegate thanked the crew for their cooperation in making this a fine voyage, vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done. DEL ALBA (Mississippi), July 20 —Chairman, William A. Aycock; Secretary, Peter Gebbia, Jr.; Ship's Delegate William A. Aycock; Deck Delegate, Thomas L. Harrell; En­ gine Delegate, Norman Lightell; Stewards Delegate, John A. Schultz. Vote of thanks was extended to the negotiations committee for the new contract. $20.00 in ship's fund. SEATRAIN GEORGIA (Hudson Waterways), July 13^—Chairman, Frank Smith; Secretary, James Thomas; Deck Delegate, Ronald W. Jones; Engine Delegate, A. L. Boone; Stewards Delegate, John W. Murphy. Vote of thanks was ex­ tended to the steward department for a job well done. Ship's delegate reported that the Captain, Mate and Chief Engineer are giving their full cooperation to the crew. <1> Mark Fisher, bom April 18, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Wiljiam S. Fisher, Corrigan, Texas; •—vl> SHIP CHAIRMEN SHIP SECRETARIES DEPARTMENT DELEGATES Seafarers on SIU ships around the world would like to have your crew share their experiences with them. You can do this by sending in any newsworthy, in­ teresting or humorous experience of members of the crew which con be published in the Seafarers LOG. Pictures are also wanted. Have your shipboard pho­ tographer snap some photos of the crew at work or relaxing ashore and send them to the LOG. (Be sure the photos are sharp and clear, and that everyone is identified by name and rating.) Shirley Lewis, born July 16, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. James D. Lewis, Port Arthur, Texas. <1> Billy Boyd, born May 7, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Billy L, Boyd,_ Barnhart, Mis­ souri. Eileen and Marlene Albaugh, born July 11, 1969, to Sea­ farer and Mrs. Kenneth R. Al­ baugh, Ashland, New Jersey. ^ <1> Gail Follmar, born July 18, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Don­ ald A. Follmar, Houston, Texas. Jose Castell, born July 10 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jose M. Castell, Playa Ponce, Puer­ to Rico. Tammy Broadus, bom March 13, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Edward L. Broadus, Mobile, Alabama. ^ Wiihert Freeman, bom July 4, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Wilbert Freeman, New Orleans, La. — Robert Wiggins, bom June 12, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs, Cecil B. Wiggins, Theodore, Ala. -<I> Joseph Huszar, bom June 21, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Joseph B. Huszar, Pasadena, Texas. Elizabeth Camarena, bora March 12, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Camilo C. Camarena, Houston, Texas. —— Tara Bird, bom June 12, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert B. Bird, Chicago, Illi­ nois. ^ Carmen White, born May 1, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. James A. White, Jr., Salisbury, Md. <I> Terrie Lynn Dash, bom Feb­ ruary 2, I969f to Seafarer and Mrs. Freddie W. Dash, Talishuk. La. <l> NOTICE TD ALL 4/ James Brooks, born June 12, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Don­ ald S. Brooks, Jr., New Orleans, Louisiana. Virgil Meekins, born May 27, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. James M. Meekins, Chesa­ peake, Va. ^ Jennifer Marie St. John, born May 16, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. John St. John, Brooklyn, N.Y. ^l> Peter Middleton, bom Au­ gust 9, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Kenneth V. Middleton, Tampa, Florida. <1> Peggy Byrd, born August 25, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. John T. Byrd, Winnfield, Louis­ iana. John Peter Wade Please contact William H. Young of Confidential Person­ nel Service at 1335 Emory Street, San Jose, California. — Ted M. Bojanowski Miss Bapatan Hack asks that you get in touch with her as soon as possible at 3312 Sumter Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215. Albert H. Rkhardl; Albert F. Knauff Please get in touch with Co­ lumbia Steamship Company as soon as possible in regard to your personal injury claims. Write to Mr. W. H. McDaniel, Claim Agent; Columbia Steam­ ship Co., Inc., 2300 S.W. First Ave., Portland, Oregon 97201. If more convenient, telephone collect: (503) 222-1681. — Richard Donald Tapman Your wife, Margaret, asks that you contact her as soon as possible at 2000 Ramblewood Road, Apartment B, Baltimore, Maryland 21214. Jim Dryden Newton B. Schwartz, attor­ ney, asks that you get in touch with him as soon as you possibly can. The address is 500 Branard at Garrott, Houston, Texas 77006. <1> Robert C. Alexander Walker Please get in touch with your wife, Beatrice, as soon as pos­ sible. The address is 2032 N. 32nd Street, Philadelphia, Penn­ sylvania 19121. Ernest M. Jackman Please contact your mother, Mrs. Ella May Jackman, 416 Third Street, Portsmouth, Vir­ ginia 23704 as soon as possible. Perry Konis Please contact Leon B. Lipkin, Woolworth Building, 233 Broadway, New York, New York as soon as possible. ^ Robert James Morgan Please contact your mother, Mrs. Beatrice Sutard, 10841 61st Avenue North, Seminole, Florida 33540 as soon as pos­ sible. • Frank Prendergast Please contact Bill Parker, 1531 Kimball Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11234 in regards to a sum of money due you. ^ Ben Martin Please send your mailing ad­ dress to Leo Kuladowski, P.O. Box 91, Trimble, Ohio 45782. — John A. Maples, Jr. Please contact Velma Jack­ son, 2411-45th Street, Galves­ ton, Texas 77550 immediately in regards to important papers that require your signature. <I> Dennis A. Kendrick Mrs. Thomas A. Lawrimore asks that you contact her as soon as possible at 1130 Shef­ field Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77015. Checks Being Held j Income tax refund checks i are being held for the Seai farers listed below by Jack 1 Lynch in Room 201, 450 I Harrison Street, San Frani Cisco, California 94105: Morris Berlowitz (Two Checks) ' Jesus Granados Charles R. Hummel Jr. iPao C. Lee (Two Checks) Robert MacMillan Bobbie E. McMichael �SEAFARERS LOG Page Twenty Eight MOBILE (Sea-Land), July 13— Chairman, E. Hogge; Secretary, F. T. DiCarlo; Deck Delegate, K. D. Kenny; Engine Delegate, S. Harri­ son; Stewards' Delegate, Peter Vicare. Discussion held on retirement plan. Crew feels that 20-year bustout is the best. Vacation Plan also discussed. Vacation should be so many days pay a month according to rating held on ship. The days per T.ionth to be worked^^;iJt,by the Union. No beefs reported "by de­ partment delegates. SEATRAIN LOUISIANA (Hudson Waterways), July 20—Chairman, Jack Kennedy; Secretary, D. M. Woods. No beefs and no disputed OT. TRENTON (Sea-Land), July 21— Chairman, Dan Butts; Secretary, John Owen; Ship's Delegate, Thomas F. Delaney; Deck Delegate, Juan Reinosa; Engine Delegate, Jack C. Taylor; Steward Delegate, George Elliott. Motion made that the crew members on this vessel suggest that the Union form a panel of officials to check on any new (or conversions) ship plans that SlU-contracted companies come up with in reference to crew quarters. It is our belief that in this modern ' day and age. Seafarers are entitled to individual rooms on future ves­ sels. The company will benefit in many ways by having single foc'sles for all hands. No beefs and no dis­ puted OT. CHOCTAW (Waterman), July 13 —Chairman, Jack Yates; Secretary, A. L. Doud, Ship's Delegate, Frank Timmons; Deck Delegate, James Fisher; Engine Delegate, Louis Scheuing; Stewards' Delegate, John Indorf. No beefs reported by de­ partment delegates. ALCOA EXPLORER (Alcoa), July 13—Chairman, John C. Mc­ Donald; Secretary, John R. Roberts; Ship's Delegate, D. Coleman; Deck Delegate, Beit Keenan; Engine Delegate, Samuel L. Gibson; Stew­ ards' Delegate, Raymond J. Shonor, Jr. Motion made to have ship's dele­ gate write to Headquarters asking for clarification on the different rates of OT and pay. Some disputed OT in each department. DELTA BRASIL (Delta), July 6 —Chairman, Mike Dunn; Secretary, Willie Braggs; Ship's Delegate, Mike Dunn; Deck Delegate, Albert W. Saxon; Engine Delegate, Paul Thomas, Jr.; Stewards' Delegate, Leonardo Manca. Motion was made to accept contract as stated with the exception of the meeting offi­ cers. They should be elected accord­ ingly. Patrolman to check food sup­ ply and working gear. Vote of thanks to the steward department, especially crew messmen. Vote of thanks to the captain. Few hours disputed OT in deck department to be taken up at payoff. MONTICELLO VICTORY (Monticello Tankers), July 13—Chairman, A. R. Haskins; Secretary, A. Rudnicki; Ship's Delegate, J. (Jorman; Deck Delegate, V. Grima; Engine Delegate, Henri Bak; Stewards' Delegate, Emilio Barrito. Brother Enos Ott was elected to serve as new ship's delegate. ¥.20.00 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported by de­ partment delegates. STEEL ADMIRAL (Isthmian), June 29—Chairman, None; Secre­ tary, R. A. Van Cise. No beefs were reported by department delegates. $40.50 in ship's fund and $83.55 in movie fund. TRANSERIE (Hudson Water­ ways), July 20—Chairman, R. W. Elliott; Secretary, W. B. Yarbrough; Ship's Delegate, V. Hakkarain; Deck Delegate, George Forrest; Stewards' Delegate, R. W. Elliott. $40.00 in ship's fund. Motion was made that the crew refuse to sign on for one year articles unless they have the proper stores on board. Beef in engine department regarding chief mate doing pumpman's work. There have been no safety meetings on this ship. DEL MUNDO (Delta), July 20— Chairman, James H. Bales; Secre­ tary, Vincent J. Fitzgerald; Ship's Delegate, Willie G. Barron; Deck, Delegate, Benny Brinson; Engine Delegate, Augnstin Diaz; Stewards' Delegate, Freddie Baptista. Motion was made that normal retirement plan be worked out for members with 15 years sea time, regardless of age. Few hours disputed OT in engine department. Vote of thanks was extended to the steward de­ partment for a job well done. STEEL APPRENTICE (Isth­ mian), July 6—Chairman, William W. Stevens; Secretary, Paul P. Lo­ pez; Ship's Delegate, James Barnes: Deck Delegate, T. S. Kline; Engine Delegate, Marcelo Eimar; Stewards' Delegate, M. Caampued. Disputed OT in deck and engine departments to be squared away by boarding patrolman. CONNECTICUT (Connecticut Transport), June 28—Chairman, F. Foster; Secretary, E. Sylvester; Ship's Delegate, Louis W. Moore; Stewards' Delegate, Tobe Dansley. One oiler missed ship at Mobile. No beefs were reported by department delegates. AZALEA CITY (Sea-Land), June 22—Chairman, L. J. Pate; Secretary, V. E. Monte; Ship's Delegate, Roy Privette. No beefs and no disputed OT. NEWARK (Sea-Land), June 29— Chairman, Eddie Bonefonte; Secre­ tary, R. Hernandez; Ship's Delegate, Eddie Bonefonte; Deck Delegate, C. W. Maynard; Engine Delegate, G. Morales. Everything is running smoothly with no beefs and no dis­ puted OT. POTOMAC (Ogden Marine), June 14—Chairman, Charles Bedell; Sec­ retary, Henry C. McCullough; Ship's Delegate, Charles Bedell; Deck Delegate, H. A. Smith; Engine Dele­ gate, A. Shaw; Stewards' Delegate, C. Bedell. Discussion held regard­ ing wages and pension plan. No beefs reported by department dele­ gates. AMERICAN PRIDE (American Sealanes), May 18—Chairman, Wil­ liam J. Meehan; Secretary, John L. Hodges; Ship's Delegate, C. E. Cor­ nelius; Deck Delegate, Vincent Sherwood; Engine Delegate, H. B. Jake; Stewards' Delegate, P. G. Vaughan. No beefs were reported by department delegates. Vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done. ANDREW JACKSON (Water­ man), June 29—Chairman, Frank Arana; Secretary, John Mims; Ship's Delegate, Warren M. LaPrelle; Deck Delegate, Chester C. Wheeler, Jr.; Engine Delegate, Frank A. Arana; Stewards' Dele­ gate, Abe Handleman. All is well in all departments. Motion was made to have negotiating committee put more emphasis on the early retirement plan, more so than va­ cation and welfare. Also, to have pension fund completely separate from welfare fund. ARIZPA (Sea-Land Service), June 22—Chairman, A. Rivera; Secretary, A. Aragones; Ship's Delegate, Alfonse Rima; Deck Delegate, Luis Rivera; Engine Delegate, L. A. Vila; Stewards' Delegate, Juan Guaris. Motion made to have a relief gang in Puerto Rico. Motion made that telephones be installed on board ship in all ports. Discussion held regarding retirement plan. Vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done. ARIZPA (Sea-Land Service), July 6—Chairman, Alfonso Riva; Secret tary, Abraham Aragones; Ship's Delegate, Alfonso Rima; Deck Dele­ gate, Luis Rivera; Engine Depart­ ment, Juan Guaris; Stewards' Dele­ gate, L. A. Vila. Discussion held regarding pension plan. Vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done. No beefs. ELIZABETHPORT (Sea-Land), June 22—Chairman, James Ellwell; Secretary, Richard Nelson. $19 in ship's fund. No beefs, no disputed OT. Most repairs taken care of; deck department needs new wringer. September, 1969 NEWARK (Sea-Land), July 13— Chairman, Eddie Bonefont; Secre tary, Ralph Hernandez. Crew wash ing machine out of order. Discus sion concerning lack of transporta' tion in Puerto Rico. No beefs. STEEL TRAVELER (Isthmian), June 29—Chairman, Stanley Jan Dora; Secretary, John Coyle. $7.50 in ship's fund. No beefs and no dis­ puted OT. Motion made and sec­ onded for ratification of the new freightship contract with a unani­ mous vote of thanks to the negoti­ ating committee for a job well done. Bos'n requested that needed repairs be reported to him at once. Vote of thanks to the steward department for fine work. Discussion held on pension plan. ALBANY (Ogden Marine), June 8 —Chairman, D. C. Gay; Secretary, P. C. White. $53.73 in ship's fund. No beefs from the three depart­ ments. Leo J. McGravie elected new ship's delegate. Vote of thanks to cooks for good meals. JEFF DAVIS (Waterman), June 29 — Chairman, Louis W. Cartwright; Secretary, M. L. Leache. Everything running good, all s-ick men returned to duty. Motion made that meetings be held only first and last Sunday of each trip unless spe­ cial need arises. DEL CAMPO (Delta), July 6— Chairman, R. Lambert; Secretary, James Darouse. Several men logged this trip; patrolman to be consulted concerning this. No beefs; no dis­ puted OT. Motion made that ship's delegate see chief engineer about cleaning fresh water tanks. Vote of thanks to chief cook and third cook for a tremendous job this trip. TRANSCOLORADO (Hudson Wa­ terways), July 1—Chairman, T. O'Connor; Secretary, 0. Frezza; Ship's Delegate. Robert H. Bullock; Deck Delegate, John Hamot; En­ gine Delegate, William Guenther; Stewards' Delegate, Martin Thurrino. $13.00 in ship's fund. Few hours disputed OT in deck and en­ gine departments. Unanimous vote of confidence to the committee on the new contract, for a job well done. YELLOWSTONE (Ogden Marine), July 6—Chairman, Jack A. Olsen; Secretary, Manuel A. Rendueles; Ship's Delegate, Manuel A. Ren­ dueles; Engine Delegate, James A. Shaay; Stewards' Delegate, Fernan00 Urios. No beefs and no disputed OT. Vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done. STEEL VENDOR (Isthmian), July 18—Chairman, A. Hanstvedt; Secretary, P. S. Holt; Ship's Dele­ gate, Clinton H. Ward; Deck Dele­ gate, Russell M. Granthaw, Stew­ ards' Delegate, Joe Brown. Ship's committee agreed to send radio­ gram to headquarters regarding the captain putting out draws in rupees, in Pakistan and India. Dis­ puted OT in deck and engine de­ partment. Crew received wire noti­ fying them of raise. Vote of thanks was extended to the officials for a job well done. PRINCETON VICTORY (Colum­ bia) July 13—Chairman, James Tanner; Secretary, John H. Ratliff; Ship's Delegate, F. C. Gon­ zalez; Deck Delegate, Walter Hantuck; Engine Delegate, F. C. Gon­ zalez; Stewards' Delegate, James Johnson. No beefs. Everything run­ ning smoothly. OVERSEAS DINNY (Maritime Overseas), July 13 — Chairman, James M. Foster; Secretary, Louis J. Cayton; Ship's Delegate, James M. Foster, Deck Delegate, Martin V. Fay; Engine Delegate, Charles Martinssen; Stewards' Delegate, Louis J. Cayton. No beefs and no disputed OT. Ship MeetiitQs OVERSEAS AUDREY—(Maritime Overseas), June 5—Chairman, Lee J. Harvey; Secretary, Stanley F. Schuyler; Ship's Delegate, Lee J. Harvey; Deck Delegate, John Ziereis; Engine Delegate, Thomas C. Hopkins; Stewards' Delegate, Peter V. Hammel. No beefs were reported by department delegates. Few mat­ ters to be discussed with boarding patrolman. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. GENVEA (U.S. Steel), July 6— Chairman, Fred BischOfF; Secretary, Frank Allen; Ship's Delegate, G. F. Bischoff. $3.00 in ship's fund. One man missed ship in Morrisville. No beefs were reported by department delegates. COSMOS MARINER (Cosmos Steamship), May 18 — Chairman, John M. Guff; Secretary, Edward Heniken; Ship's Delegate, J. H. .Shearer; Deck Delegate, John M. Guff; Engine Delegate, Richard Rogers; Stewards' Delegate, Edward Heniken. $60.00 in movie fund. Vote of thanks was extended to the stew­ ard department for a job well done. No beefs reported by department delegates. TRANSHURON (Hudson Water­ ways), June 23—Chairman, G. A. Logan; Secret/ary, J. R. Prestwood; Ship's Delegate, Albert H. Schwartz; Deck Delegate, Daniel A. Stewart; Engine Delegate, James H. Babson; Stewards Delegate, G. R. Gonzales. New agreement and welfare to be discussed in full at next meeting. No beefs and no disputed OT. TRANSHURON (Hudson Water­ ways), July 3—Chairman, G. A. Logan; Secretary, J. Prestwood; Ship's Delegate, A. H. Schwartz; Deck Delegate, Daniel A. Stewart; Engine Delegate, James H. Barron; Stewards' Delegate, G. R. Gonzales. Motion made to accept monthly wage and OT increase as is. To shoot for 15 year seatime, plus 20 years good Union time, regardless of age. WESTERN HUNTER (Colonial Tankers), June 6—Chairman, R. K. Beeden; Secretary, D. G. Haun; Deck Delegate, Joseph J. McAndrews; Engine Delegate, Jesse King; Steward Delegate, John Glover. Some disputed OT in deck and nteward departments. No beefs were reported by department delegates. ELIZABETHPORT (Sea-Land), June 30—Chairman, James Ellwell; Secretary, Richard Nelson. $19 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT. Motion made to repair faulty reduction valve. SPITFIRE (General Cargo), June 29—Chairman John Moore; Secre­ tary, Phil Reyes. All in good order, no beefs. Steward reported he or­ dered a new water fountain and the engineers agreed to install it where needed. He also thanked the crew for a fine show of good broth­ erhood and co-operation during the voyage. Vote of thanks to steward department for excellent perform­ ance. Old-timers in galley gang enjoying excellent health. EAGLE TRAVELER (Sea Trans­ port), July 14—Chairman, J. Bourg­ eois; Secretary, F. Otto. Crew voted to accept negotiating committee's report and recommendations — 30 for, none against. A . TOPA TOPA (Waterman), July 14—Chairman, M. Kerngood; Secre­ tary, C. Wright. Crew voted to ac­ cept and concur in negotiating com­ mittee's report and recommenda­ tions—31 for, none against. CHILORE (Venore), July 14— Chairman, F. De Beaumont; Secre­ tary, C. De La Couy. Pension plan and training program discussed. Motion madj by I. B. Browne and seconded by F. De Beaumont to ac­ cept and concuc in the new freighter and tanker agreement. Crew voted 26 for and none against. Ship is now laid up. IBERVILLE (Waterman), June 29 —Chairman John Cisiecki; Secre­ tary W. L. Kilgore. No beefs, every­ thing going OK. Floyd Hungate elected new ship delegate. Discus­ sion on new wage and OT agree­ ment. Everyone seems to be proud of the increase. OVERSEAS ULLA (Maritime Overseas), July 6—Chairman, Ste­ phen Fulford; Secretary, Harold P. Du Cloux. One man paid off in Honolulu because of illness. A few beefs to be taken up with patrol­ man. Chief Mate set up procedure for switching watches. Ship's dele­ gate requested crew's full co-opera­ tion in good housekeeping. Slop chest low. OVERSEAS CARRIER (Maritime Overseas), June 29—Chairman, Wil­ liam Baker; Secretary, Peter Batayias. Disputed OT in deck and en­ gine departments. One man missed ship in Durban. One man sent home on medical from Madras, India. One man signed off in Trini­ dad. Air conditioner and ice ma­ chine in need of repair. TV re­ quested for recreation room. YAKA (Waterman), July 6— Chairman, Walt Sibley; Secretary, Chris De Jesus. No beefs reported to chairman. Captain thanked the crew for their co-operation in con­ serving water and improved sani­ tary conditions. Ship's chairman asked better policing of refuse by men. P. G. Fox elected ship's dele­ gate. Discussion held concerning new rules on ship's meetings. LOS ANGELES (Sea-Land), July 6—Chairman, J. Chermesino; Secre­ tary, R. Barker. Captain passed the word on to the Seafarers that it has been a pleasant trip and a very good crew. Ship's delegate asked that heefs be taken to him and that all should be present for the pay­ off. $6 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine department, otherwise everything running smoothly. Dis­ cussions held regarding pension plan and on duties of electricians on containerships. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done and to the ship's dele­ gate for his efficient representation •of the crew. YELLOWSTONE (Ogden Marine), July 14 — Chairman, Manuel A. Rendueles; Secretary, Manuel A. Rendueles. SPAD Supplement and Special contract edition received and posted so they can be read by all members. After discussion, 100 percent of crew members recorded in favor of new provisions. No beefs from delegates. Discussion held on pension plan. Motion made to see captain about change in meal hours. AMES VICTORY (Victory Car­ riers), June 15—Chairman, Bayard Heimer; Secretary, S. J. Davis. James Campfleld elected ship's dele­ gate. Everything running smoothly no beefs, no disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done during the past voyage. ALCOA MARKETER (Alcoa), July 1—Chairman, H. Groble; Sec­ retary, R. Sanchez. No beefs. Every­ thing is running smoothly. DEL SOL (Delta), July 19—Chair­ man, Robert Spinnochio; Secretary, Hubert L. Lanier; ship's Delegate. Sam Pappas; Deck Delegate. A. E. Lewis; Engine Delegate, Robert Spinnochio; Stewards' Delegate, G. Salamon. Motion was made to have negotiating committee ratify the new agreement. KYSKA (Waterman), July 13— Chairman, Francis J. Lebda; Secre­ tary, James Coggins; Ship's Dele­ gate, Francis J. Lebda; Engine Dele­ gate, H. W. Maccoline; Stewards' Delegate, William A. Fasseter. DEL MAR (Delta), July 12— Chairman, Joseph Collins; Secre­ tary, Dorrell G. Chafin; Ship's Dele­ gate, Julius W. Scheidel; Deck Delegate, Bobby B. Spears; Stew­ ards' Delegate, R. R. Roque. $30.00 in ship's fund. $481.51 in movie fund. No beefs. Everything is run­ ning smoothly. SAN FRANCISCO (Sea-Land), July 13—Chairman, Henry W. Mil­ ler; Secretary, Joseph A. Long; Ship's Delegate, Henry W. Miller; Deck Delegate, Paul J. Ossafer; Engine Delegate, Franklin V. Fyock; Stewards' Delegate, Joseph A. Long. Vote of thanks to the ship's dele­ gate for a job well done. He in turn thanked the crew for their co-operation. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. $30.00 in • ship's fund. No beefs and no disputed OT. SEAMAR (Calmar), July 6— Chairman, A. Pulles; Secretary, N. Kondylas; Ship's Delegate, Robert Cook; Deck Delegate, J. Tuturler; Engine Delegate, Billy Henderson; Stewards' Delegate, Robert A. Cook, Vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done. No beefs. Everything is run­ ning smoothly. STEEL KING (Isthmian), June 26—Chairman, R. Pinkham; Sec­ retary, W. T. Langford; Ship's Delegate, R. Pinkham; Deck Dele­ gate, Paul Arthofer; Engine Delartment, John- Sanest; Stewards' 3elegate, R. E. Taylor. Patrolman to be contacted about having com­ pany put new ice machine aboard ship. No beefs reported by depart­ ment delegates. AMERIGO (Crest), June 22— Chairman, Clyde Miller; Secretary, H. C. Bell; Ship's Delegate, Joseph Scaramutz; Deck Delegate, M. V. Fay. No beefs and no disputed OT reported by department delegates. �September, 1969 Luciano Toribio, 73: Seafarer Toribio passed away on June 6 in New Orleans from heart dis­ ease. He was an SIU pensioner who made his home in New Orleans. Bom in the Philippine Is­ lands, Brother Toribio began his sailing career in 1917. He joined the Union in the Port of Boston in 1941 and had worked &s an AB, DM and bos'n. Burial was in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, New Orleans. Lawrence Seesholtz, 67: Brother Seesholtz died in Gal­ veston, Texas, on June 26 from a heart ailment. He was an SIU pensioner who had shipped in the deck depart­ ment for the Bay Towing Com­ pany during his sailing days. Bom in Beach Haven, Pennsyl­ vania, Seafarer Seesholtz made his home in Galveston with his wife, Lillian. He was buried in Galveston Mernorial Park, Hitchcock, Texas. —,1,— SEAFARERS Harry Kenvyn, 62: Brother Kenvyn died of heart trouble on May 21 in Pas­ adena Bayshore Hospital, Pasa­ dena, Texas. An J gjy pensioner. Seafarer Kenvyn had worked as V an engineer for / G and H Tow­ ing Company in Texas. At the time of his death he was making his home in Channelview, Texas with his wife, Gertrude Ellen. He joined the Union in the Port of Galveston. Brother Kenvyn was a native of South Wales, England. Burial was in Bluewater Cemetery, Livingston, Texas. •^ • Santiago Pascual, 81: Brother Pascual was a pensioner who passed away on July 29 in Epis­ copal Hospital, Philadelphia. He had been sailing for 39 years be­ fore his retire­ ment in 1960. Seafarer Pascual had worked as a chief cook and his last vessel was the Sherwood. At the time of his death, he was living in Philadelphia, the port where he had joined the Union. Seafarer Pascual was bom in the Philippine Islands. Burial was in Magnolia Cemetery, Philadelphia. William Kerwin, 57: Seafarer Kerwin died of a stomach dis­ ease on July 20 in Italian Hos­ Clement De Hospedales, 49: pital, Haifa, Is- Brother Dc Hospedales died in ^ rael. A native St. Vincent's ^ of Cincinnati, Hospital, Man­ .f Ohio, Brother hattan on July Kerwin was 19. He had been making his home living in Lakein Houston, Tex­ wood, New Jer­ as at the time of his death. He sey with his wife, was an AB in the deck depart­ X . Margaret. A nament and last sailed on the f J') tive of Trinidad, Penn Sailor. His sailing career Seafarer De Hospedales joined lasted over 36 years. He is sur­ the Union in the Port of New vived by his wife, Lillian Agnes. York. He had been a steward and his last vessel was the Pennmar. Burial was in Cypress Hills Cemetery, Brooklyn. Howard Giisson, 60: Brother <I> Glisson, a pensioner, died on July 11 at the Memorial Medi­ cal Center in Savannah, Geor­ gia from a cir­ culatory ailment. He had been an oiler in the en­ gine department and last sailed aboard the Transhatteras in 1968. A na­ tive of Georgia, he lived in Savannah with his wife, Gussie Evelyn. Seafarer Glisson re­ ceived a safety award for help­ ing to make the Seatrain Louisi­ ana an accident-free ship from 1960 to 1961. He had been sailing for 32 years before his retirement in 1969. Brother Glisson joined the SIU in the Port of New York. Burial was in Lower Black Creek Ceme­ tery, Lanier, Georgia. Andres Menendez, 72: Broth­ er Menendez was an SIU pen­ sioner. He died ^ " \ in Centro Asturiano Hospital, Tampa,. Florida on June 9 from heart trouble. He had been an FOWT in the engine depart­ ment and last sailed aboard the Niagra in 1962. In 1960 while sailing on the Antinous, Sea­ farer Menendez received the safety award. A native of Ma­ drid, Spain, Brother Menendez was making his home in Tampa at the time of his death. He had joined the SIU in the Port of Tampa. Before retiring in 1963, Seafarer Menendez had been sailing 42 years. Burial was in Vlyrtle Hill Cemetery, Tampa. Page Twentjr Nine LOG Henry St. Germain, 63: Sea­ William Normand, 62: Sea­ farer Normand died October farer St. Germain died of acute .coronary throm­ 4, 1968 at the bosis on Febru­ USPHS Hospital ary 24 in Southin Staten Island. port, North Car­ A member of the olina. A native SIU since 1957, of Wisconsin, Brother Nor­ Brother St. Germand sailed as a main had been wiper in the en­ making his home gine department. His last vessel was the Gateway in Tampa, Florida. He was an City. He was a native of Port OS in the steward department Richmond, New York and was and last sailed aboard the Over­ living in Astoria, Long Island seas Explorer in 1968. He at the time of his death. In 1961, joined the Union in the Port of Seafarer Normand was issued New York in 1955. a picket duty card for service in the New York harbor strike. William Simpson, 45: Sea­ He is survived by his sister, Mrs. farer Simpson died July 26 in Margaret Burns. Burial was in USPHS Hospital Ocean View Cemetery, Staten in New Orleans. Island. He had been an AB in the deck Curtis McCullum, 25: Broth­ department and er McCullum passed away sud­ last sailed denly on August aboard the Del 10 in the USPHS Valle. Brother Hospital in Bal­ Simpson joined timore, Mary­ the SIU in the Port of Mobile land. A messman in 1946. A native of Tennessee, in the steward he was still a resident of that department, Sea­ state with his mother, Iva, when farer McCullum he died. He served in the Army had joined the from 1950 to 1952. Burial was SIU in 1963 in the Port of Bal­ in Maplewood Cemetery, Pulas­ timore. He was a native of Mary­ ki, Tennessee. land and was living in Baltimore with his mother, Margaret, at the time of his death. Burial was Victor Bejarano, 70: Brother in Baltimore. Bejarano died in Greenpoint Hospital, BrookJohn Gates, 65: Seafarer lyn, on August Gates passed away on March • 9. An SIU pen24 aboard -the ^ sioner. Seafarer ship Geneva ' ^ Bejarano had where he was j been sailing for working in the ^46 years before engine depart­ 1^ % his retirement in ment. He died " " 1 9 66. An of a heart attack. FOWT in the engine depart­ Born in Chester, ment, he last sailed aboard the Pennsylvania, he Sapphire Etta. In 1960 he re­ had been living in Westerly, ceived a personal safety award Rhode Island. Seafarer Gates for his part in keeping the Eliza­ joined the Union in the Port of beth an accident free ship. He New Orleans in 1945. He had also served on the SIU picket been sailing for 40 years at the line in 1961. A native of Argen­ time of his death. tina, Brother Bejarano was liv­ ing in Brooklyn when he died. Albert Jensen, 67: Brother He joined the Union in 1938 Jensen was a pensioner who in Puerto Rico. Burial was in died of a heart Evergreen Cemetery, Brooklyn. attack on July 31 — — at his home in Joseph Booker, 63: Brother Brooklyn. He had been an Booker succumbed to heart dis­ ease on July 5 FOWT in the en­ in Charity Hos­ gine department pital, New Or­ and had last leans. A pensailed aboard the sioner who Steel Scientist in 1967. A native joined the Un­ of Norway, Brother Jensen joined the Union in the Port ion in the Port of New York in 1944. He had of Baltimore in been sailing the seas for over 1939, Seafarer 32 years when he retired on his Booker had worked as a deck SIU pension. Seafarer Jensen engineer and an FOWT. He was was active on the picket line in a native of Georgia and was liv­ 1961 when he served the mid­ ing in New Orleans at the time night to 8 a.m. shift during the of his death. His last vessel was Greater New York harbor strike. the Keva Ideal which he sailed He is survived by his wife, aboard in 1966. Burial was in Charlotte. Burial was in Green­ Evergreen Cemetery, Fitzgerald, wood Cemetery, Brooklyn. Georgia. —4/— Clarence Cornelius, 44: Sea­ farer Cornelius died suddenly _ on July 28 when ^||||||||L the car in which |r he was a passenI Aj ger collided with a truck in Ches­ apeake, Virginia. V An AB in the deck department. Brother Cornelius had joined the SIU in the Port of Norfolk in 1947. He was born in Virginia and had been making his home there when he died. Seafarer CornelL us is survived by his wife, Shirley. Burial was in Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin, Vir­ ginia. Cornelius was an Air Corps veteran of World War II. <|> Douglas Cox, 35: Brother Cox died of natural causes in Bellevue Hospi­ tal, Manhattan, on August 6. A graduate of the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Brother Cox sailed as an FOWT in the en­ gine department. He was up­ graded to class A seniority rat­ ing in 1964. A native of Cam­ bridge, Massachusetts, Seafarer Cox lived in Manhattan. He joined the Union in the Port of New York in 1962, and his last vessel was the Boston. In 1965 Brother Cox helped man the picket lines in New York. He is survived by his wife, Joan. Burial was in Brewer Cemetery, Brewer, Maine. 4/ Richard Lusk, 47: Seafarer Lusk passed away following a heart attack on June 29 in Chi­ cago. A native of Illinois, he was living in Chicago when he died. Brother Lusk was an FOWT in the engine de­ partment and last worked for American Steamship Company. He joined the SIU in the Port of Detroit in 1968. From 1939 until 1959 he served in the Navy. Brother Lusk is survived by his mother. Burial was in Woodland Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois. 4^ Charles Sabo, 58: Brother Sabo passed away in Bayonne, New Jersey, on July 6 from heart trouble. He had been an AB in the deck de­ partment. A na­ tive of Lorain, Ohio, Seafarer Sabo had been making his home in Manhattan at the time of his death. His last vessel was the Beatrice Vic­ tory. Brother Sabo is survived by five brothers and a sister. �Page Hiirty SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 CHARLESTON (Sea-Land), July! 22—Chairman, John 0. Albert; Sec-| retary, Guy Walter; Ship's Deles gate, John C, Albert; Deck Deleate, A. Kotsis; Engine Delegate, . O'Brien; Stewards' Delegate, Jack Goldman. Discussion held rejprarding pension plan. Everything IS running smoothly with no beefs. f , Seafarers and their families are urged to support a consumer boy­ cott by trade unionists against various companies whose products are produced under non-union conditions, or which are "unfair to labor." (This listing carries the name of the AFL-CIO unions in­ volved, and will be amended from time to time.) Stitzel-Weller DistiUerlcs "Old Fitzgerald," "Old Elk" "Cabin StIU," W. L. Weller Bourbon vrhi^ejs (Distillery Workers) —\3>— Kingsptn-t Press "World Book," "Chlldcrafl" (Printing Pressmen) (Typographers, Bookbinders) (Machinists, Stereotypers) <I> Genesco Shoe Mfg. Co. Work Shoes . . . Sentry, Cedar Clyest, Statler Men's Shoes . . . Jarman, Johnson & Murphy, Crestworth, (Boot and Shoe Workers' Union) Boren Clay Products Co. (United Brick and Clay Workers) <I> "HIS" brand men's clothes Kaynee Boyswear, Judy Bond blouses, Hanes Knitwear, Randa Ties, Boss Gloves, Richman <1> Atlantic Products Sports Goods (Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America) Jamestown Sterling Corp. (United Furniture Workers) Richman Bros, and Sewell Suits, Wing Shirts (Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America) <|> White Furniture Co. (United Furniture Workers of America) Gypsum Wallhoard, American Gypsum Co. (United Cement Lime and Gypsum Workers International) R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. Camels, Winston, Tempo, Brandon, Cavalier and Salem cigarettes (Tobacco Workers International Union) Comet Rice Mills Co. products (International Union of United Brewery, Flour, Cereal, Soft Drinks and Distillery Workers) Pioneer Flour Mill (United Brewery, Flour, Cereal, Soft Drink and Distillery Workers Local 110, San Antonio, Texas \I> All California Table Grapes (United Farm Workers) Magic Chef Pan Pacific Division (Stove, Furnace and Allied Appliance Workers International Union) ^ Fisher Price Toys (Doll and Toy Workers) Economy Furniture Co. Smithtown Maple Western Provincial Bilt-Rite (Upholsterers) FINANCIAL REPORTS. The conatitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specifle provision for 8«.feguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed CPA audit every three months by a rank and file auditing committee elected by the membership. All Union records are available at SIU headquarters in Brooklyn. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge 'of these funds shall equally consist of union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust fun^ are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected excliuively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Earl Shepard, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 17 Battery Place, Suite 1930, New York 4, N. Y. Full et^ies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU latrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights prop­ erly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or membw. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the SeptemW, 1960, meetings in all constitu­ tional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among iU ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. SIU-AGLIWD Meetings New Orleans Oct. 14—2:30 p.m. Mobile .... Oct. 15—2:30 p.m. Wilmington Oct. 20—2:00 p.m. San Fran. .. Oct. 22—2:00 p.m. Seattle .... Oct. 24—2:00 p.m. New York . Oct. 6—2:30 p.m. Philadelphia Oct. 7—2:30 p.m. Baltimore .. Oct. 8—2:30 p.m. Detroit .... Oct. 10—2:30 p.m. Houston ... Oct. 13—2:30 p.m. United Industrial Workers New Orleans Oct. 14—7:00 p.m. Mobile .... Oct. 15—7:00 p.m. New York . Oct. 6—7:00 p.m. Philadelphia Oct. 7—7:00 p.m. Baltimore . . Oct. 8—7:00 p.m. ^Houston .. Oct. 13—7:00 p.m. Great Lakes SIU Meetings. Detroit .. Oct. 13—2:00 p.m. Alpena .. Oct. 13-^7:00 p.m. Buffalo .. Oct. 13—7:00 p.m. Chicago . Oct 13—7:30 p.m. Duluth .. Oct. 13—7:00 p.m. Frankfort Oct. 13—7:00 p.m. Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Section Chicago ... Oct 14—7:30 p.m. tSault Ste. Marie Oct 16—7:30 p.m. Buffalo .... Oct. 15—7:30 p.m. Duluth Oct 17—^7:30 p.m. Cleveland .. Oct. 17—^7:30 p.m. Toledo Oct 17—^7:30 p.m. Detroit .... Oct 13—7:30 p.m. Milwaukee . Oct. 13—7:30 p.m. SIU Inland Boatmen's Union New Orleans Oct 14—5:00 p.m. Mobile .... Oct. IS—5:00 p.m. Philadelphia Oct 7—5:00 p.m. Baltimore (licensed and un­ licensed) . Oct 8—5:00 p.m. Norfolk ... Oct 9—5:00 p.m. Houston ... Oct 13—5:00 p.m. Railway Marine Region Philadelphia Oct. 14—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Baltimore Oct 15—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. •Norfolk Oct. 16—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Jersey City Oct. 13—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. t Meeting held at Labor Temple, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. * Meeting held at Labor Temple, Newpci-t News. t Meeting held at Galveston wharves. SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters Inland Boatmen's Union United Industrial Workers PRESIDENT Paul Hall EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tannar VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shtpard LIndisy Wllllami Al Tanner Robtrl Matthawi SECRET/<RY-TREASURER Al Kerr HEAOpUAI fU' *75 4Hi Ave., Iklyn. (212) HY 9-MOO ALPENA, MICH. . ...800 N. Second Ave. (517) EL 4-3*1* BALTIMORE, Md 121* E. Baltlmora St. (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON. Mast **3 Atlantic Avenue (*I7) 482-471* BUFFALO, N.Y 735 Waihlngton St. SIU (71*1 TL 3-9259 IBU (71*) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, III 9311 Ewing Ave. SIU (312) SA 1-0733 IBU (312) ES 5-9570 CLEVELAND. Ohio 1420 W. 25th St. (21*) MA 1-5450 DETROIT, Mich 10225 W. Jaftaraen Ave. (313) VI 3-4741 DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3rd St. (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box 207 415 Main St. (*l*) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tax Canal St. (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, Fla 2*M Paarl St. (904) EL 3-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J 99 Montgomary St. (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala I South Lawranea St. (205) HE 2-1754 NEW.ORLEANS, La *30 Jackton Ave. (504) 529-754* NORFOLK, Va 115 3rd St. (703) *22-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa 2*04 S. 4th St. (215) DE *-3818 PORT ARTHUR, Tax 1340 Seventh St. SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., 350 Fraamont St. (415) DO 2-4401 SANTURCE, P.R 1313 Farnandax Juncoi Stop 20 724-2848 SEATTLE. Wath 2505 Firxt Avenue (20*) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo 4577 Gravels Blvd. (314) 752-&500 TAMPA. Fla. 312 Harriion St. (813) 229-2788 TOLEDO. Ohio 935 Summit St. (419) 248-3*91 WILMINGTON, Callf^ 450 Seaside Ave. Terminal Island, Calif. (213) 832-7285 YOKOHAMA, Japan .Iieya BIdg., Room 001 1-2 Kaigan-Dori-l4akaku 2014971 Ext. 201 PAYMENT OP MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headqturters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the SEAFARERS LOG a verbatim copy of its constitution. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obli­ gation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquartera. RTSTIRED 8EAFARER8. Old-time SIU members drawing disability-prasion bene­ fits have always been encouraged to continue their union activities, including attend­ ance at membership meetings. And like all other SIU members at these Union meet­ ings, they are encouraged to take an active role in all rank-and-file functions, in­ cluding service on rank-and-file committees. Because these oldtimers cannot take shipboard employment, the membership has reaiUrmed the long-standing Union pol­ icy of allowing them to retain their good sUindiriB through tlie waiving of their dues. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Conse­ quently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATIONS. One of the basic rights of Seafarers is the right to pursue legislative and political objectives which will serve the best interests of themselves, tneir families and their Union. To achieve these objectives, the Seafarers Political Activity Donation was established. Donations to SPAD are entirely voluntary and constitute the funds through which legislative and political activities are conducted for the benefit of the membership and the Union. If at any time a Seafarer fccb that any of the above rights have been vi:dated, or that he has been denied his constitntional right of access to Union records or In­ formation, he should immediately notify SIU President PanI Hall at headquarters by certified mall, return receipt regusstad. CHATHAM (Waterman), July 28 —Chairman, W Moore; Secretary, Alfred D. Allain, Jr.; Ship's Dele­ gate, John Aversa; Deck Delegate, Charles Borns; Engine Delegate, Howard Menz;- Stewards Delegate, D, Jones. Disputed OT in each de­ partment. glO.OO in ship's fund. ; ALCOA TRADER (Alcoa), Jul:? 26—Chairman, Donald Cheistnut; Secretary, John S. Burke{s, Ship's Delegate, John D, Cantreil, Jr.; Dse-k Delegate, Omar W. Elliott; Engine Delegate, Carlos E. Vega; Stewards Delegate, A, A. Rankin. Some disputed OT in engine department to be taken up with boarding ,;patrolman. Motion was made that ^20 years in the Union and 16 years [^eatime on discharge, regardless of f^ge limits, a member should he Jtjualified and eligible for retirement, hands in favor of this motion, A ' SEATRAIN GEORGIA (Hudsoi) IWaterwaya), July 20—Chairman, Filknk Smith; Secretary, James / Thomas; Ship's Delegate, Prank Smith; Deck Delegate, Ronald W. Jones; Engine Delegate, A. Ls Boone; Stewards Delegate, John W; Murphy, Everything running smoothly with no beefs and no disputed OT. J I I i : : SEATRAIN GEORGIA (Seatrain), July 27—Chairman, Prank Smith; Secretary, James W. Thomas; Ship's Delegate, Frank Smith; Deck Dele­ gate, Ronald W. Jones; Engine Dele­ gate, A. L. Boone; Stewards Dele­ gate, John W. Murphy. $16.00 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported by department delegates. ' WESTERN COMET (Western Agency), July 29—Chairman, W. E.|j Morris; Secretary, C; Loper, Jr.;| Ship's Delegate, Juan Reyes; Decki Delegate Etigehe B. Beverley; En-i gine Delegate, Alfredo B. Calam;| Stewards Delegate, Nathaniel Aya.| $24.65 in ship's fund. No beefs andf ; ho disputed OT, •"> WESTERN COMET,(Westernl Agency), June 22^—Chairman, C. J Loper, Jr.; Secretary, G. James, f Ship sailed short twelve men. $18.56 'iin ship's fund. Vote of thanks ex­ it tended to the steward department sfor a job well done. Crew comJ mended for doing a yery, good job in spite of being Shorthanded, - y w » 'I OVERSEAS EXPLORER (Mdriii time Overseas), July 13—Chairman, | 3. C. Mullis. Disputed OT in deck! department, ship ran short of 1 stores.,, OGDEN WILLAMETTE (Ogden), S July 25-^Chairman, A. Michelet; Secretary, M. Bugawan; Ship's Dele­ gate, Charles G. Ries,;Jr.; Deck Del­ egate, Y. Tallherg; Engine Delegate, Ralph Newcomb; Stewards Delegate, Stonewall Jackson. Ship's delegate reported that everything is running smoothly. Some disputed OT in deck department. , STEEL FABRICATOR (Isthmian); April 20—Chairman, Harry K. Kauf­ man; Secretary, W. H. Simmons; Ship's Delegate. Charles F, Mann; Deck Delegate, Tom North; Engine Delegate, Albert Lee. Everything is fuiming smoothly. No beefs and np disputed OT. « ' FAIRLAND (Sea-Land)) July SO— J Chairman, R. W. Hodges; Secretary, J. H. Nayior; Ship's Delegate, Ray- | mond W. Hodges; Deck Delegate, ; Stanley Kuzyski, No beefs were re- j ported by department delegates.; Vote of thanks was extended to the § steward department for a job well i dene. • . • • • :r 1 DEL MAR (Delta), August 8—| Chairman, Joe Collins; Secretary,. J Darrell G. Chafin; Ship's Delegate, • Julius W. Scheidel; Deck Delegate, ; B. Spears; Stewards Delegate, Ra- ; mon Roque. Vote, of thanks was ; extended to the ship's delegate for a^ job well done. Everything is run- s ning smoothly with no beefs ahd | no disputed OT, �SEAFARERS LOG September, 1969 Page Thirty One SEATRAIN DELAWARE A S THE Seatrain Delaware put in at Edgewater, N.J., to imload cargo from the Puerto Rico run and to take on new cargo for the return trip, Seafarers held a ship's meeting to discuss the Union's contract and the pension program with SIU officials who visited the vessel. beenwit^fhTsiu'c-^'''^^^^ Headquarters Representative 77'" coward Castro, I r- Chief Cook Carlos Diaz f'afs aboard I 1 SEAFARERS too Manuel Medina OS mMM perfc- Ut ,,o«mc IHE Pt.510"/^".. , I • A Seafarer since I947Z^T7~~L1^ cus (Dutch) Vel/inoA ' ^^-theSIU-MEB;6;s;tV2lToot 'K-. •• - I - wiim: . �Vol. XXXI No. 11 SEAFAREItSikI.OG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT « A^CIO I T'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN. The five annual SIU Scholarships for 1970 will be awarded next May for the seventeenth straight year and all eligible Seafarers or children of Seafarers are urged to get their applications in early. In order to qualify for these scholarship grants, a Seafarer must have at least three years accumu­ lated seatime on SlU-contracted vessels. Children of Seafarers who meet the necessary seatime require­ ments are also entitled to apply. Each year a distinguished panel of leading univer­ sity educators and administrators selects five SIU Scholarship winners on the basis of their high school records together with scores attained on tests given throughout the country by the College Entrance Examination Board. This year, the first of these CEEB tests will be given on November 1. Later tests will be given De­ cember 6, 1969 and_ January 10, 1970, with a final opportunity scheduled for March 7, 1970. It is al­ ways best; however, to arrange for the test as early as you can, so do it as promptly as possible. Arrangements for taking the CEEB test can be made by eligible Seafarers or their children by writ­ ing to: College Entrance Examination Board, Box 592, Princeton, New Jersey, or at Box 1025, Berke­ ley, California. In addition to arranging for the CEEB test, ap­ plicants are also requested to obtain the necessary SIU College Scholarship application form as early as possible. These forms, which must be returned no later than April 1, 1970, are available at any SIU hall or may be obtained by writing directly to: SIU Scholarships, Administrator, 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11215. Widely recognized as one of the most liberal, nostrings-attached programs of its kind in the nation, the SIU Scholarship Plan has helped 83 young men and women toward fulfilling their career goals. Twenty-five of these were Seafarers and 58 were the children of Seafarers. All scholarship recipients may pursue any chosen course of study at any accredited college or university. 41 ••i i •t| --ilj � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1960-1969 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXII-XXXI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1969 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SIU WINS MAJOR VACATION INCREASES FOR RATED MEN IN ALL DEPARTMENTS INDEPENDENT MARAD ONLY REMEDY FOR US FLEET’S DISATROUS PLIGHT FULBRIGHT’S PAY OFF SLUR ON AIFLD HIT BY MEANY AS GRATUITOUS INSULT FIGHT FOR NEED AGAINST GREED DRAWN BY MEANY, OTHERS AFL-CIO COUNCIL CONDEMNS ATTEMPT TO ASSASSINATE WV STRIKE LEADERS CONGRESSMAN LISTS FOUR PROVISIONS NEW MARITIME PROGRAM SHOULD HAVE QUICK ACTION BY SEAFARERS AVERTS POSIBLE DISASTER ON BUCKEYE VICTORY PIKE CHARGES CARGO RULE DISTORTION DISCRIMINATED AGAINST TRAMP SHIPS MYSTERY VESSEL BROUGHT TO SURFACE AFTER 100 YEARS IN LAKE MICHIGAN SINKING OD PANOCEANIC FAITH CAUSED BY FAILURE TO SECURE LOOSE HATCH HIGH COURT FINDS GARNISHMENT ILLEGAL UNLESS EMPLOYEE GETS COURT HEARING LABOR HITS HAYNSWORTH APPOINTMENT AS JUSTICE OF US SUPREME COURT FEDERAL JOB SAFETY HEALTH BOARD AND STANDARDS URGED BY PRESIDENT HLSS PROVIDES UPGRADING TO HIGHER PAYING RATINGS ADVANCE SEMENSHIP PROGRAM OFFERS FULL BOOK SENIORITY 570 ENDORSED FOR LIFEBOAT AT HLSS PRIME NEED FOR PHARMACIST MATES SEEN IN SIUNA-SOA BACKED STUDY CONGRESS WARNED OF HOUSING CRISIS UNLESS MONEY, LAND COSTS GO DOWN ROLLBACK OF SOARING INTEREST RATES PRESSED WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION OUTDATED USE OF POLITICAL MUSCLE BY RETIREES CAN HELP SECURE BETTER BENEFITS FAST TURNAROUND FOR SEATRAIN DELAWARE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/1969 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXI, No. 11  1969 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/a7fe5fce9fb386722f394e7865560c36.PDF caeb569709bfb9c3f71db38e717cd7ce PDF Text Text SEAFARERS^LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERKATIONAL UNION . ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT . AFL-CIO SlU Negotiators Win New Contract: Wages, Benefits Up $100 a Month .. ! See Page 2 '20-at-5 5' Pension Gained See Page 15 n i i > : I 4- ^ f Meany Raps 'Hatchet Job' Sill Crews To Confer at Indictment Piney Point —See Page 8 —See Page 32 I •t' Fred Harvey at Wheel of Wavertree . . . Page 31 i i • A7 Two Refitted SlU Ships Off on Voyage .. . Page 9 Manhattan Rejoins SlU Fleet. . . Page 7 Annual GreGt Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Report—see Page 19 aS �J Wage, Fringe Benefit Package in New SlU Contract Valued at $100 a Month Wage increases giving SIU Seafarers the highest base wage scale on the East and Gulf coasts coupled with a new earlier retirement pension pro­ gram has been negotiated be­ tween the SIU's AGLIW Dis­ trict and its contracted compa­ nies. The new pension provi­ sion allows for retirement on full pension at age 55 with 20 years of seatime. The wage and pension com­ bination, together with an in­ creased contribution to the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan bring the total value of the package to more than $100 a month. The agreement was presented and ratified at all SIU-AGLIW port membership meetings this month. Of the new benefits, the early GE Contract In Puerto Rico General Electric has been forced to negotiate a contract for the first time with workers at one of their 12 plants in Puerto Rico. Success came after 1,100 members of the International Association of Machinists em­ ployed at the plant struck for nine months. The workers were aided by the AFL-CIO GE strike Fund. retirement program required the greatest contribution. Man­ agement will add $2.08 per day for each man at sea to the SIU pension fund—or more than $60 a month—to provide adequate funds to pay for new pension provision. The "20-at55" program becomes effective January 1, 1971. All current SIU pension benefits, including retirement at 65 with 15 years of seatime and retirement on disability with 12 years of sea­ time at any age remain in effect. (A special supplement in this issue of the Seafarers Log pro­ vides details of the new pension benefit, its cost and effect on the current SIU-AGLIW Dis­ trict pension plan, and a com­ parison between the SIU pro­ gram and that of the National Maritime Union.) The increases in base wages will average more than $30 a month, and will take all rated Seafarers above the $500 pay mark. Highlights of the new wage scales agreement include; • Rated men will receive base wage increases ranging from $30.22 to $46.20. • All rated men will receive a minimum base wage of $500.55. • Among those whose base pay will go over the $500 mark are firemen, watortenders, firemen/watertenders and oilers in the engine department; ablebodied seamen and quarter­ masters in the deck department, and second cook in the steward department. Raises Specified Wipers received a pay boost of 28.21, bringing their scale to $465.03 from the previous rate of $436.82. Other raises in the engine department ranged as high as $45.63 for the chief electrician, bringing his monthly rate to $772.83. In the deck departments, the bosun rate is increased by $41.08 to $657.09. The ordi­ nary seaman's pay is raised to $391.21, a gain of $24.03, while the ordinary seaman/ maintenance receives a pay in­ crease of $24.04 to a new rate of $422.01. In the steward department, dtilitymen and messmen have their rates raised $23.87 to $388.45. The third cook's wage rating increases $29.89 to near the $500 level at $494.69. The chief cook's new rate of $584.17, up $34.95 from the previous rate of $549.22. The new pay rate for cook and baker is $570.42, an increase of $35.12 over the former rate. In addition, the new con­ tract: ^ Adds 15 cents a tlay for each man at sea to the Seafarers Welfare Plan to en­ able the plan to meet the rising costs of medical and hospital care of SIU men and their de­ pendents. « ^ Establishes for the first time in the industry an hour of overtime pay each Sun­ day to members of the Perma­ nent Ship's Committee and the Departmental Delegates for at­ tending shipboard meetings. The contract specifies that the Permanent Ship's Commit­ tee will be made up of the bosun, the chief steward and the chief electrician or pump­ man in the engine department. The contract stipulates that the bosun will be the ship's chairman. The chief steward will be the reporter-secretary, while the chief electrician, or pumpman, will serve as educa­ tional director. One man in each department will be elected by the crew members in that department to serve as delegate. The weekly meetings will be held to make certain that all problems affecting the un­ licensed crew are resolved as soon as possible. They will also be utilized to distribute all pub(Continued on Page 4) SEAFABBBS^1.00 Sept. 1970 • Vol. XXXIII. No. 9 Offlcial Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America. Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District. AFL-CIO f Executive Board Paul Hall. President Earl Shepard Cal Tanner Exec. Vice-Prea. Vice-President A1 Kerr Sec.-Treaa. Lindsey Williams Vice-President A1 Tanner Vice-President Robert Matthews Vice-President Published monthly at 810 Rhode Island Avenue N.E.. Washington. D.C. 20018 by the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union. Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District. AFLCIO. 675 Fourth Avenue. Brook­ lyn. N.Y. 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Sec­ ond class postage paid at Wash­ ington. D.C. POSTMASTER'S ATTENTION: Form 3579 cards should be sent to Seafarers International Union. Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters Di.strict. AFL-CIO. 675 Fourth Avenue. Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. THE PRE^illENT^ AiNiT by PAUl HAll efore the days of the Seafarers' hiring hall—and many an old timer can remember those days the law of the jungle prevailed when it came to getting a ship. The strong, the healthy got the jobs. As age and the harsh world of the sea took its toll of a man, he became less in demand. He hovered on the fringes of the lineups, buoyed only by hope. By the time a seaman reached 40, there was no where to go but down. Down in despair to the gutter and, often, to an early escape from an unrewarding life. As union hiring halls provided seniority protection and job security, a man dedicated to the sea could plan a lifetime seafaring career. But even with the hiring halls, there was no protec­ tion for the man who reached the end of the line physically—either through age or a disabling accident or disease. To secure dignity for those seamen whose worklife had ended through no fault of their own, unions negotiated pension plans. This month every Seafarer can take pride in the new retirement program that he, through his union, has made possible—a plan that allows retirement with full benefits at age 55 with 20 years of seatime. Earlier retirement on full pension has been a uni­ versal goal since the first small pensions were nego­ tiated in the 1950s. Our accomplishment of this goal has come in steps, each taken with caution in the knowledge that we could-' not play with the security of people—some who are old, many who are ill—down the road. Many times it would have been far more con­ venient to follow the position of those who beefed for early retirement on the grounds that "the other guy has it." But the SIU has consistently felt that it was better to take the pressures than to jeopardize the future security of the pension plan. Because when a Seafarer B Page 2 reaches the end of his trail, he is dependent on his pension. To put that pension in jeopardy by not quaranteeing the future financial soundness of the plan would have been irresponsible. Too many pension plans have folded because they were not planned with caution. Caution was sacrificed in some unions in the name of political expediency. Those who have been hurt the most are those moSt in need—the elderly and the disabled who depend on the security of their pensions, as well as the men who have worked many years in anticipation of retirement with dignity. SIU could have provided earlier retirement years Theago—but only at the price of losing those existing benefits. For example, an earlier retirement might have been safely provided before now if the union had sacrificed its program of full medical benefits for pensioners and the same medical benefits for his dependents that they had before he retired. The medical benefit alone is often more costly -over the lifetime of the pensioner than is his pension itself. The average person will spend more money for medical care from his 55th birthday on than he spent during the first 55 years of his life. The NMU recognized this. And that is why they limit medical benefits to a retiree and his dependent to a total of $750 for life—an amount that can be wiped out in a single illness. From that time on, the NMU pensioner may well use his total retirement check just to pay the cost of doctors, hospitals and drugs. The SIU man is assured that his pension check will be his forever, regardless of his medical needs. And while an NMU pensioner's death benefit is reduced each time a pension check arrives until it drops to a $1,500 minimum, the SIU pensioner knows that his dependents will receive $4,000 at the time of I his death, no matter how many pension checks he has received. We felt that these things—medical care and health benefits, as well as a decent disability pension pro­ gram—were of primary importance. We believed that they gave greater security to the retired Seafarer. And so we put them first. Then we could plan for ^ ir improvements in the pension itself. Now we have the early "20-at-55" retirement plan. The membership of the SIU's AGLIW District Ml owes a sincere debt of gratitude to the members of . i our first SIU Pension Study Committee which recom­ mended the "20-at-55" program after a thorough study of the financial condition of the pension plan. The committee members—Jim Golder of New York, Phil Reyes of Houston, Terrence McNee of Baltimore, A. W. Saxon of Mobile, Frank Pasaluk of Philadelphia and Irwin I. Seerman of New Orleans— are veterans of the sea, and long-time members of the SIU. Between them they have served nearly 75 years at sea, and their seniority in the SIU ranges from 18 to 27 years. These men made their recommendations in the SIU tradition of caution—a caution borne of the belief that whatever is promised must be delivered. They determined that their union would have * ) a sound pension plan that every Seafarer could de­ 4 pend upon without the worry that the pension checks would be reduced or cancelled for lack of funds. To assure that the new benefit woujd be secuie, fj the union negotiated increased contributions from the operators. Any improvement in any pension plan must be backed with the necessary funds to make it secure. Tl '^his is not the end. It's just one more step in the A- union's continuing effort to strengthen the future security of all Seafarers and their families. We can now turn our attention to the possibility of additional improvements in the years ahead. Seafarers Log h �Complete Text of SIU^s AGLIW Agreement Note: Following is the memorandum of understanding reached be­ tween SIU's AGLIW District and its contracted companies. The agreement was presented to, discussed and ratified by the mem­ bership at the SIU September meetings. In addition, the agree­ ment is being submitted to and acted upon at crew meetings on all SIU ships as they come into port. The memorandum will be incorporated in the New Standard Freightship Agreement which will be printed in full in the October issue of the Seafarers Log. The SIU's AGLIW Tanker Agreement includes the same new benefits and retains the traditional higher wage differential. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICAATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT, AFL-CIO and CONTRACTED COMPANIES WHEREAS, the collective bargaining agreement between the Union and various companies as ex­ tended expires on September 15, 1970, and WHEREAS, the Union and the Companies have been negotiating terms of a new contract, NOW, THEREFORE, it is understood and agreed, as follows: FREIGHTSHIP AGREEMENT 1. Article II, Section 21 shall be changed to read as follows: Section 21. Overtime Rate, (a) The overtime rate of pay for members of the Unlicensed Personnel receiving a basic monthly wage of $470.01 or below shall be $2.73 per hour. (b) The overtime rate of pay for all members of the Unlicensed Personnel receiving a basic monthly wage of $470.02 or above, but not in excess of $570.01, shall be $3.44 per hour. (c) The overtime rate of pay for all members of the Unlicensed Personnel receiving a basic monthly wage of $570.02 or above shall be $4.48 per hour, 2. Article III, Section 1 shall be changed to read as follows: Section 1. Wages. The monthly rate of pay for the Unlicensed Personnel in the Deck Department, when the respective ratings are carried, shall be as follows: Rating Boatswain •Carpenter A.B. Maintenance Quartermaster Able Seaman Ordinary Seaman O.S. Maintenance • Boatswain •Carpenter Monthly Rate $657.09 604.64 558.05 500.55 500.55 391.21 .". 422.01 Mariner Type Vessel ; $725.30 620.73 •When the Carpenter is required in writing by the Company to furnish his own tools, he shall be paid $20.00 per month in addition to his base wage. 3. Article IV, Section 1 shall be changed to read as follows: Section 1. Wages. The monthly rate of pay for the Unlicensed Personnel in the Engine Department, when the respective ratings are carried, shall be as follows: Rating Monthly Rate Chief Electrician $772.83 Second Electrician 722.52 Unlicensed Junior Engineer (Day) 632.28 Unlicensed Junior Engineer (Watch) 571.43 Plumber/Machinist 662.60 Deck Engineer 613.19 Engine Utility 577.59 Evaporator Maintenance 527.99 Oiler 500.55 Oiler-Diesel 538.56 Watertender 500.55 Fireman/Watertender 500.55 Fireman 500.55 Wiper 465.03 September 1970 Refrigerating Engineer (When 1 is carried) Refrigerating Engineer (When 3 are carried) Chief First Assistant Second Assistant Ship's Welder/Maintenance Oiler/Maintenance Utility 722.52 743.19 651.87 602.73 624.60 569.43 Mariner Type Vessel Chief Electrician 799.57 4. Article V, Section 1 shall be changed to read as follows: Section 1. Wages. The monthly rate of pay for the Unlicensed Personnel in the Steward Department, whea the respective ratings are carried, shall be as follows: Rating Chief Steward Steward/Cook Chief Cook Cook and Baker Second Cook •Third Cook Messman Utilityman Monthly Rate $657.09 671.19 584.17 570.42 500.55 : 494.69 388.45 388.45 Mariner Type Vessel Chief Steward 724.30 •When passengers are carried, the Third Cook will be re-rated as Second Cook and will be paid wages in accordance with the agreement. 5. The overtime rates set forth in Item 1 herein shall be paid for all work performed on Saturdays, Sun­ days, Holidays and for any work in excess of eight (8) hours in any one day; for work performed in port between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 8:00 A.M. Mon­ day through Friday, and for penalty work performed on watch and other penalty time payments provided for in the agreement. 6. Article II, Section 2 shall be changed to read as follows: Section 2. Delegates, (a) One man in each de­ partment shall be elected by the Unlicensed Seamen in that department to act as Departmental Delegate. Such Delegates shall, together with the Permanent Ship's Committee members, keep track -of all con­ ditions and problems and grievances in their respec­ tive departments, and present to their superior offi­ cers, on behalf of the Unlicensed Seamen in their Departments, all facts, opinions and circumstances concerning any matter which may require adjustment or improvement. (b) Permanent Ship's Committee: The Permanent Ship's Committee shall consist of three members: the Boatswain, the Chief Steward and the Chief (Elec­ trician) (Pumpman). The Boatswain shall be Ship's Chairman. The Chief Steward shall be ReporterSecretary, and the Chief (Electrician) or (Pumpman) shall be Educational Director. In the event there is no (Electrician) on board, the Deck Engineer shall serve as Educational Director. If there is no Deck Engineer on board, the Engine Utility shall serve as Educational Director. If neither of the above ratings are on board, the Ship's Chairman and the ReporterSecretary shall designate a qualified member of the Engine Department to serve as Educational Director for the voyage. The duties of the Permanent Ship's Committee shall be to assist the Departmental Dele­ gates in their duties, to convene and conduct the Weekly Unlicensed Crew Meetings, and to perform the following individual duties: The Ship's Chairman shall preside at all Shipboard Meetings of the Unlicensed Crew and shall be the primary spokesman aboard ship for the Unlicensed Crew. The Reporter-Secretary shall handle all paper work involved in documenting matters brought to the attention of the superior officers, and he shall also prepare and maintain Minutes of the Unlicensed Crew Meetings. The Educational Director shall be responsible for maintaining and distributing all publications, films and mechanical equipment relating to education on such subjects as safety, training and upgrading, health and sanitation. (c) Weekly Meetings: To make sure that all problems concerning the Unlicensed Crew are brought to light and resolved as quickly as possible,, there shall be a Meeting of the Unlicensed Crew every Sunday while the vessel is at sea. At such meetings the Permanent Ship's Chairman shall report to the Unlicensed Crewmembers all matters referred to them and shall receive any new and additional problems not previously raised. As compensation for the addi­ tional duties required by this Section, the members of the Permanent Ship's Committee and the Depart­ mental Delegates shall each receive one hour's over­ time pay at their regular rates for each weekly meet­ ing held. 7. Pension, Welfare and Hiring Hall Effective January 1, 1971 the parties hereto agree to increase the amount presently paid to the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan by $2.23 per man per day, and to the Seafarers Hiring Hall Trust Fund by .15c (fifteen cents) per man per day. The parties further agree to instruct the Seafarers Welfare Plan Trustees appointed by them that of such additional amount paid to the Seafarers Welfare Plan $2.08 will automatically be allocated to the Seafarers Pension Fund. 8. Vessels Sales and Transfers Prior to any vessel contracted to the Seafarers In­ ternational Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, being disposed of in any fashion, including but not limited to sale, scrap, transfer, charter, etc., ninety (90) days notification in writing must be sent to Union head­ quarters, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11232. 9. The provisions of this Agreement relating to wages, contributions, and all other money payments are subject to renegotiation by the parties at any time during the term hereof upon seven (7) days written notice by the Union to the Companies that it desires such renegotiation. 10. Subsidiary Provisions It is agreed that any agreements that are presently in effect covering War Risk Insurance and Area Bo­ nuses be continued as is with no change. In addition, any and all addendums and/or supplementary agree­ ments, the contents of which have not been incor­ porated into the collective bargaining contract shall be continued in effect. Except for the changes pro­ vided for in this Memorandum of Understanding, all other terms and conditions of the collective bargain­ ing contracts now in effect shall remain in effect. The changes provided in this Memorandum of Under­ standing shall be incorporated into and made a part of the full collective bargaining agreement. 11. Effective Dates Changes provided for herein in Item 1. OVER­ TIME RATE; Items 2, 3 and 4. WAGES; Item 5. OVERTIME PROVISIONS; and Item 6. DELE­ GATES; shall become effective at 12:01 A.M. on October 1, 1970. 12. Effective Date, Item 7; PENSION WELFARE AND HIRING HALL shall become effective at 12:01 A.M., January 1, 1971. 13. Effective Date, Item 8: VESSELS SALES AND TRANSFERS, August 4, 1970, as previously agreed to in Memorandum of Understanding dated August 4, 1970. 13. Termination Date: The Collective Bargaining Agreement shall expire on June 15, 1972. 15. Continuation of Other Provisions: Except as modified above, the provisions of the collective bar­ gaining agreement between the Union and the various companies' parties hereto, as extended to Sept. 15, 1970, shall continue in effect to June 15, 1972. �Ml New Pact Hikes Wages & Benefits (Continued from Page 2) lications, films and mechanical equipment relating to education and information on the subjects affecting shipboard life and work, including safety, training and upgrading, health and sani­ tation. This feature was agreed to by management in acknowledg­ ing that the'effective of>eration of vessel coincides with an effective union crew. An additional 15 cents a day was provided for the increased i cost of operating the hiring halls. The full text of the memo­ randum of understanding that will be incorporated in the SIUAGLIW District contract ap­ pears on page 3. The SIU's AGLIW Tanker Agreement includes the same new benefits and retains the traditional higher wage differ­ ential. The complete list of ratings, the old pay scale, the new rate and the amount of the raise negotiated follows: ENGINE DEPARTMENT On Tight Schedule The tight schedule of the SlU-contracted Fort Hoskins (Cities Service) meant a fast tum-around when the tanker docked in New Jersey re­ cently. Working to take on stores are, from left: James Cheshire, Devaughn Harrison, Ben Graham, Jack Higgins and John Panders. News About Economy Shifts Full 180 Degrees Washington Seizing upon the first piece of "good" economic news in months, the press greeted with great relish statistics reporting the first decline in wholesale prices in two years. For the Nixon Administra­ tion, the price decline was the first concrete evidence that its much-heralded policy to halt inflation was having results. Combined with what govern­ ment economists call a "moder­ ating trend" in consumer prices, the 0.5 percent drop in whole­ sale prices seemed like good news. One day later, with little fanfare and little public notFce, another government statistic was released. This statistic in­ dicated the cost of the govern­ ment's war on inflation—seven more cities, including Detroit, were added to the list of those with "substantial" unemploy­ ment. In the Trenches The front-line fighter in the battle against inflation contin­ ues to be the American workei. The current jobless figure of 5 Gear Held By Alcoa Gear including suitcases, laundry bags and sea bags, are being held fm- the follow­ ing Seafarers by the Alcoa Steamship Company, Inc., 17 Battery PI., New York, N.Y. 10004, telephone (212) 344-3400. Ilie gear will not be hdd beyond Sept 30, at which time it will be given to the SalvaticMt Army. The men asked to contact the company are: Antonio L. Colin James R. Curran Lee Smith, Jr. Matt M. Sizelove percent of the work force is the highest unemployment rate in five years. , Beside Detroit, newcomers to the list of those with more than 6 percent unemployment were New Orleans, La.; San Jose, Calif.; Bridgeport, (Tonn.; Battle Creek, Mich.; Corpus Christi, Tex., and Spokane, Wash. Meanwhile, a problem being faced by farmers may destroy all hope of combatting infla­ tion and recovering lost jobs this year. A new form of blight is ravaging com crops across the country. A disastrous corn harvest can increase prices of many consumer goods, including eggs, poultry and other meats, be­ cause corn is used to feed live­ stock. Pressure on Jobs Administration policies aimed at halting inflation put pressure on jobs by curbing the economy. The success with which the Administration has put the damper on jobs can be seen in one forecast which pre­ dicts that unemployment will continue to increase through 1970 and into 1971 despite a hoped for economic expansion. Wage and salary earners are bearing the burden of the ad­ ministration policies. For example, the buying power of workers has declined in the past year. Wage increases have not kept pace with price increases. In fact, price in­ creases have virtually wiped out all pay hikes in the past five years. Premature Furthermore, many econo­ mists outside the Administra­ tion feel the Nixon advisors are being premature in hailing the wholesale price drop. The pre­ liminary wholesale price report is based only on an "initial" sampling of prices. The detailed Wholesale Price Index for any month is based on a more com­ plete survey of prices and it generally tends to be revised up­ ward from the preliminary re­ port. The drop in wholesale prices can be attributed largely to a "seasonal" drop in wholesale farm prices. This relief in farm prices could be reversed if the corn blight proves widespread enough to diminish the crop and boost meat prices. Other economists argue that the Administration's policies "have produced an economic recession and extortive interest rates while inflation is still not under- control." They also say that the price pattern has now been set so that if and when the economy begins to move upward "profits will shoot through the roof, as they did from 1961 to 1969." MSTS Changes Name to MSG The name of the Military Sea Transportation Service (MSTS) was changed to the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Aug. 1. Rear Admiral Arthur R. Gralla, MSC commander ex­ plained: "Sealift has a more force­ ful connotation than trans­ port. It means planning; it means being prepared to operate in a wartime or con­ tingency environment which 'sea transportation' just did not connote." The forerunner of MSC was founded in 1949 and handles either through mer­ chant marine charter or govemment-owned ships, all notary shipping for the United States. Rating Chief Electrician Second Electrician Unlicensed Jr. Engi­ neer (Day) Unlicensed Jr. Engi­ neer (Watch) Plumber/Machinist Deck Engineer Engine Utility Evaporator Mainte­ nance Oiler Oiler-Diesel Watertender Fh-eman/Watertender Fireman Wiper Old Rate $727.20 $679.74 $772,83 $722.52 Raise $45.63 $42.78 $594.60 $632.28 $37.68 $535.31 $622.93 $576.59 $541.88 $571.43 $662.60 $613.19 $577.59 $36.12 $39.67 $36.60 $35.61' $497.99 $470.33 $506.19 $470.3? $470.33 $470.33 $436.82 $527 99 $500.55 $538.56 $500.55 $500.55 $500.55 $465.03 $30.00 $30.22 $32.37 $30.22 $30.22 $30.22 $28.21 Old Rate New Rate ' MARINER TYPE VESSEL $753:37 $799.57; DECK DEPARTMENT Old New * Rating Rate , .Rate--' Boatswain , $618.01 $657.09 " C^enter $566.53 $604.64 A. B. Maintenance $525.33 $558.05 Quartermaster $470.33 $500.55 Able Seaman $470.33 $500.55 Ordinary Seaman $367.18 $391.21 0. S, Maintenance $397.97 $422.01 MARINER TYPE VESSEL • Boatswain $682.97 $725.30 , $46.20 Raise $41.08 $38.11 $32.72 $30.22 $30.22 $24.03 $24.04 $42.33 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Rating Chief Steward Steward/Cook Chief Cook Cook and Baker Second Cook Third Cook Messman Utilityman MARINER TYPE VESSEL iChief Steward ^ Old Rate $618.01 $631.19' $549.22 $535.30 $470.33 $464,80 $364.58 $364.58 New Rate $657.09 $671.19 $584.17 $570.42 $500.55 $494.69 $388.45 $388.45 -I * .» • New Rate Rating Raise Refrigerating Engi­ neer (when (1) is" carried) $679.74;,];J,:;$722.52^-^^^"^ Refrigerating Engi­ neer (when (3) are carried Chief $713.19 $743.19 $30.00 First Assistant $621.87 $651.87 $30.00 Second Assistant $527.73 $602.73 $30.00 Ship's Welder/ Maintenance $594.60 $624.60, $30.00 Oiler/Main tenanCe Utility $535.25 $569.43 $34.18 Chief Electrician •I Raise $39.08 $40.00 $34.95 $35.12 $30.22 $29.89 $23.87 $23.87 •) « • .11 ; v! -."J •tl �Tanker Overseas Alaska Launched in Baltimore Checking Federal Projects Rep. John D. Dingell (D-Mich.), right, a strong supporter of the U.S. merchant marine, recently asked Fred J. Farnen, secretary-treasurer of the Great Lakes District of the SIU, to accompany him on an in­ spection of federal projects in the Detroit and Rouge River area. Heading the tour was Col. Myron Snoke, left, district engineer of the Army Corps of Engineers. The Corps is responsible for Great Lakes harbors. Rep. Dingell pointed out the tour's purpose was to acquaint officials with the various federal flood control and dredging projects. $2.00 Minimum Wage May Help KO Poverty Washington In 1968, 39 percent of the poor families with children in the United States were headed by full-time workers. The pay . these workers receive is so low . that they are forced to go on the ^ welfare rolls in order to survive. AFL-CIO President George Meany has called for five basic • changes in the Fair Labor Standards Act to combat this ' tragedy: • Extension of coverage to 17 million workers not included in the act's provisions. • Increase of the minimum wage from the present $1.60 per hour to $2—"at the very least." • Double time pay for over­ time. • An additional premium pay for overtime in excess of 8 hours per day. • A shorter work week or a shorter work year. Meany said that there was never any real justification for excluding the 17 million work­ ers from the act, but "there is real justification for their in­ clusion." ' Wilmington, Calif. Most of the 17 million are Gerald Brown, SIU port employed in state and local . agent in Wilmington for nearly governments, or as domestics four years, was appointed last and-retail trade workers. • month to the executive board of "It is time for all farm work­ the AFL-CIO's Committee on ers to come under the full pro­ • Political Education (COPE). tection" of the act, Meany de­ His appointment was ap­ clared. Referring to the present proved by the Los Angeles , County Federation of Labor on $1.60 minimum wage, he noted the recommendaticm of its ex- that it was barely above the V excutive secretary, Sigmund poverty level when it was adopt­ ed in 1966, and it has caused Arywitz. He stated that Brown's ap­ the earning power of millions pointment to the board "is a of American workers to slip ^ mark of recognition for your backwards during recent infla­ past and present activities on tion. Meany called the $2 per hour » the labor political front." Over the past few years, minimum wage a base that Brother Brown has served on would rebuild the purchasing several other committees in the power of some of the affected ' Los Angeles County Federation workers, eliminate welfare costs and help eradicate poverty of Labor. * Brown noted that COPE is among lower paid workers. Double pay and minimum ^ working vigorously to elect the candidates it has endorsed in pay are necessary, Meany main­ the upcoming November elec­ tained, to force employers to tion which he described as "one hire new workers by making . of the most important cam­ reliance on overtime so expen­ paigns and elections" in regard sive that it would be cheaper to create new jobs. to labor. Gerald Brown Is Named to COPE Board > September 1970 Baltimore, Md. The Overseas Alaska, a 62,000 deadweight-ton tanker, launched last month at Bethle­ hem Steel Corporation's Spar­ rows Point shipyard here, is another of the SIU's contracted vessels. Providing more jobs for the union's members, the ship will carry oil from Alaska to ports on both coasts of the continental U.S. It is one of the largest vessels capable of navigating the Pana­ ma Canal economically while fully loaded, according to her contractor, Intercontinen­ tal Bulktank Corporation. Of interest to SIU members will be the single, fully air-con­ ditioned rooms "of the most modern design, with permanent prefinished plastic-coated bulk­ heads." The entire ship is protected from the effects of time and weather by an epoxy coating system that covers the cargo tanks and the exterior hull from keel to rail. The ship has an extended cruising range of about 15,700 miles and her dry and refriger­ ated storerooms are large enough to hold a six-months supply of stores. 731 Feet Long The Overseas Alaska has an overall length of 731 feet. Her molded breadth is 105 feet. The draft is 43 feet, 3 inches. Its 15 tanks have a capacity of approximately 524,000 bar­ rels and her cargo handling pumps are capable of discharg­ ing a full liquid cargo in about 15 hours. The vessel's cruising speed is expected to be 15'/2 knots. Her 20,000 shaft horsepower turbine drives a single screw and her design includes a curved rake stem, a modern cruiser stern and a spade rudder. Latest Design The company says the ship was built under the latest rules of the American Bureau of Shipping and was inspected and been chartered from the time classified by the Bureau. of delivery, later this year, and, According to the company, beginning in the spring of 1972, the Overseas Alaska "incorpor­ she will operate under longates the latest advances in vessel term charter to a major oil automation." There is a cen­ company." tralized control system which The vessel is the first of two allows operation of the engine ships of 62,000 deadweight-ton from the bridge. class presently under contract The system is based upon the at the Sparrows Point yard. remote operation of the main In addition to this ship, the propulsion plant for all ahead, Sparrows Point shipyard now astern, and maneuvering condi­ has on order three 120,000 tions, including standby." deadweight-ton tankers, six 69,The ship will be fitted out on 800 deadweight-t o n tankers, the water now and will be ready . three container ships, one chem­ for service in a few months. ical carrier, one special prod­ Ran Hettena, president of In­ ucts carrier, one Navy ammu­ ternational Bulktank, said the nition ship, and three foreOverseas Alaska "has already bodies. Union Picketing Rights Restricted by NLRB Organized labor's strike tac­ tics have been limited by two recent decisions of the National Labor Relations Board. In one case, the board ruled that picketing during a strike at one division of a larger corporation may not be extend­ ed to the corporation's other divisions. In the decision the board said that each division of a corporate empire must be treated as a separate entity. Pickets appearing at a second division of the corporate giant would violate the secondary boycott provisions of the Na­ tional Labor Relations Act, the board ruled. In another case the board said that union members may not be fined for crossing picket lines if they have resigned from the union beforehand. The board said, however, that it had no power to determine what fines could be meeted out for members in good standing who cross picket lines. The board said the reason­ ableness of fines assessed in such cases is a matter for de­ termination in court. Voting in the majority on one of the cases was Edward B. Miller, recently appointed NLRB chairman by President Nixon. Freeze Dried Price Hikes The official publication of the International Association of Machinists, The Machinist, has proved a point on the rising cost of living. Six months ago the publica­ tion carried a picture of a wit­ ness before the Senate Con­ sumer Subcommittee holding a one-eighth ounce jar of freezedried chives selling for 69 cents, or $88.32 a pound. Now The Machinist has published a picture of a staffer holding the same jar of chives and a sign, showing the cost has risen to 87 cents or $111.36 a pound. Shown on the ways at Bethlehem Steel Corporation's Sparrows Point Shipyard is the 62,000 desdweightton tanker Overseas Alaska. She will be used in the AJaska run. Pawo- �Court Ends Death Suit Restrictions Overseas Alice Crevf Is Lauded For Pilot Rescue The general alarm sounded aboard the Overseas Alice at 3:15 a.m. on Feb. 23, 1969, plunging the crew into a dangerous and heroic rescue adventure. A pilot, ferrying a plane from Hawaii to Southern California, had developed fuel pump trouble and was forced to ditch in the storm-tossed Pacific. It was hostile territory for pilot Warren Bul­ lock and his DeHavilland Dove. But despite lashing rain, wind gusts to 40 mph and towering waves, the sea was familiar territory to the crew of the Overseas Alice. As they -rowed toward the downed plane in a lifeboat, crew members saw Bullock step out on the wing and attempt to inflate a life raft. It was carried away by the strong wind, and Bullock was swept into the water. Grabbed Life Jacket Bullock was blinded by the spray and gagging on salt water as he thrashed about in the waves. Then his hand struck a life jacket tossed by the lifeboat crew, and he was able to stay afloat until they hauled him aboard. The heroic crew of the starboard lifeboat of the SlU-contracted Overseas Alice (more Seafarers volunteered for the rescue mission than needed), received a Citation of Merit on Aug. 17 for their deeds. The citation said the crew had displayed "excellent seaman­ ship and courage." It was awarded by the American Institute of Merchant Shipping and the Marine Section of the National Safety Council. This was the second time that Capt. James O. Osnes and his crew have been congratulated for the rescue. In May 1969, Rear Admiral Charles Tighe, commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Eleventh District, praised the men for their alertness and readiness to perform the rescue mission. On the day the most recent award was presented, Paul Hall, president of the SIU, telegraphed his congratulations to the crew. (See copy of his message elsewhere on this page.) Endangered Themselves Summing up the adventure, Capt. Osnes said: "In my opinion, this SIU crew knew that they were endangering their own safety by manning the lifeboat. From the time the alarm sounded until the boat was in the water, only five minutes had elapsed. "I had been sailing for 25 years and this was the fastest time on getting a lifeboat over the side I have ever witnessed. The efficiency of the entire operation was a show in skilled seaman­ ship," Capt. Osnes said. Bullock, who suffered minor injuries in the ditching, said he thought the sea was an unfriendly place for those who don't know it as well as Seafarers do. He said he would stick to flying over land from now on. Congratulations Ship's Cbalrman and Crew, Super-Tanker Overseas Alice: On behalf of the Seafarers International Union, officers and members, our sincere congratulations on the citation awarded to you crewmembers of the supertanker Overseas Alice for your outstanding demonstration of expert seaman­ ship in rescuing a downed airman at sea on February 23, 1969. We take deep pride in your accomplishment. The performance of the crew in tlie rescue proves the quality of seamanship possessed by Seafarers. The names of each of you will he recorded in the history of achievements of Seafarm who so ably carry on in the finest tradition of the seafaring profession. Warmest personal regards to all. Paul Hall, President Seafarers International Union Of North America Women's Lib Strikes Again Burlington, Iowa In true keeping with the pop­ ular women's liberation move­ ment a former secretary in the office of Laborers Local 525 has joined the construction gang. Charlotte Bixenman, 29, has Page 6 become what officials here claim is a first: a female cardcarrying member of a construc­ tion and general laborers local union. She feels as though "I could probably work on heavy highway construction if I had to." Captain (VslaM Paftonis (third frum right), present Ma.ster of the Overseas Alice, accepts the Citation of Merit for the vessel's captain and crew who rescued a downed pilot in February 1969. I're.senting., the award in Martinez, Calif., was Philip Steinberg, (.second from right) assistant vice president. Pacific Region of the American Institute of Merchant Shipping. Others are, from left: Pat Marinelli, SIU patrolman; Mike Ghanncsian, able seaman; Michel Papalios, chief mate; Kenny Coates, boatswain, and (far right) Ernest Sutherland, chief engineer. Smithsonian Seeking Sea History Exhibits Washington Signs, posters, calling cards, handiwork, schedules, any para­ phernalia connected with a sea­ man's life and the merchant marine is being sought by the Smithsonian Institution in Wash­ ington, D.C., in a drive to as­ semble a more complete exhibit and archive of the merchant marine. According to Dr. M e 1 v i n Jackscm, director of the Smith­ sonian's division of transporta­ tion, "the museum wants to tell the story of the merchant ma­ rine and detail how it organized and raised itself to industrial scale." More importantly, "the mu­ seum wants to compile an ar­ chive of the mariner's life from memorabilia he has collected over the years," Dr. Jackson added. "No matter how insignificant it may seem to the individual, some small item picked up years ago may provide a clearer pic­ ture of what a sailor's life at sea is like. History is docu­ mented by seemingly meaning­ less things," Dr. Jackson said. The Smithsonian is interested in any and all paraphernalia that deals with the history of the merchant marine and the struggle for unionization. In particular, the museum is looking for old strike posters and placards, handbills and fly­ ers, pictures of the union halls (inside and out), photos of early union meetings, pictures of the interior of ships and waterfront scenes throughout the world, anything connected with tattooing, seamen's knives and equipment, calling cards from port peddlers around the globe, handiwork done by men at sea, photographs of picket lines and union strikes, old bul­ letins to mariners from religious societies, up-lift organizations, temperance groups, etc. In order that the contribu­ tions may be identified and ac­ knowledged, Dr. Jackson has asked that all material sent in be marked appropriately. All photos should be identified as to place and time. Equipment and other paraphernalia should also be properly marked. Kleiler Named The Labor Department re­ cently named Frank M. Kleiler Deputy Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation in the 1 a b o r-management relations field. He will be working on collective-bargaining problems. Washington The U.S. Supreme Court has set aside an old admiralty doc­ trine and ruled that families of seamen may sue to recover damages for the death of sea­ men wherever they may occur. Prior to the court's decision families of seamen who died on ship could only recover damages if the ship was more than a marine league from shore. The court's decision struck down loopholes in the Death on the High Seas Act which ex­ empted ships close to shore, on the Great Lakes and on navi­ gable rivers from its provisions. The court said that the right to sue for wrongful death is a general principle of American law and, thus, cannot be denied to seamen. The decision follows nearly a century of denial of the unre­ stricted right to sue for the wrongful death of American seamen. In 1886 a decision on federal maritime law refused seamen the right of recovery for death or injury aboard ship. The Jones Act of 1920 ex­ tended to them the protection of the Federal Employer's Li­ ability Act and provided that seamen's survivors could sUe for death through negligence. Mari­ time law, however, provided only for suits testing the sea- ' worthiness of the ship, and the negligence provision was rarely tested. The Death on the High Seas Act permitted suits under the seaworthiness doctrine. This meant suits for wrongful death could be filed under either act. But the new law omitted conti­ nental waters. The Supreme Court ruled that the omissions to the law were improper in a case involv­ ing the death of a longshoreman, performing traditional sea­ man's duties. I Atomic Reactor Sails Sea The Steel Navigator (Isthmian) recently loaded a multi-ton atomic reactor in the Port of New Orleans. The reactor, valued at $18 million was shipped to San Francisco by Westinghouse. Seafarers Lot �Manhattan, 5IU Crew Sail to Mideast ¥¥er bow lifted onto the polar ice cap. The •*1 weight of her 150,000 tons sent the ice be­ neath scudding off to port and starboard. The Manhattan cut another broad swath through the ice on the way to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. It was a maritime feat comparable to the finding of the New World, this plunge through the frozen ocean atop the world. And it trans­ fixed a nation in the autumn of 1969. The Manhattan, owned by Seatrain Lines, finished her polar exploit under charter to Hum­ ble Oil Co. and was returned last month to the parent company which is contracted by the SIU. Her- area now will be the Middle East-to-Europe oil run, but the now-famous voyage across the previously mythical Northwest Passage will long be remembered wherever men go down to the sea in ships. She was uniquely fitted out for the run from Chester, Pa., to Prudhoe on Alaska's North Slope. She was to be the final test of the feasi­ bility of shipping oil from the rich tundra coun­ try to Canada and the United States. Humble Oil equipped her with a spoonshaped prow, 65 feet long and weighing 5,000 tons. It was a rakish prow extending 11 feet beyond the beam on both sides of the tanker to allow open water for the ship to slip through. It worked well. Although she was unable to crush the ice north of Banks Island in the Arctic Sea, the thinner ice in Prince of Wales Strait caused her no trouble. It proved, even to the most skeptical, that properly equipped tankers could deliver the pre­ cious oil to lands that need it even if the Arctic and its treacherous waters stand in the way. •p^ And her voyage of history gives rise to hopes that the abundant riches of Alaska's tundra country will generate the growth of a fleet of ore carriers and oil tankers to bring the wealth to transportation centers. When she arrived at Norfolk, SIU men hailed her as the conquering heroine she is. SIU Nor­ folk Port Agent Gordon Spencer said: "She is a fine ship and we're glad to have her back." The SIU crew which will pilot her through eight months on the intercontinental run from the Persian Gulf to England and northern Eu­ rope, joined in a "welcome home" party for their 1,005 foot long ship. John Brown, a iiremanwatertender aboard the tanker Manhattan, checks the automatic firing equipment as the 150,000-ton tanker, back from her polar expedi­ tion, sets sail for the Mideast. Boatswain Vincent Kuhl gives a les­ son in lifeboating aboard the tanker Manhattan to Lindsey Rhodes and Tommy Simmons. The ship was awaiting Coast Guard inspection hefore sailing to the Mideast and eight months at sea on the run to England and Northern Europe. Third Engineer Robert Moody (right) explains the control panel to Howard Bradshaw who will be chief pumpman on the Manhattan** eight month stay in the Persian Gulf. Bradshaw signed off the Amerigo in Wilmington, N.C., and joined the Manhattan crew in Norfolk, Va. Welcoming the Manhattan back to its SlU-contracled pare:!it r'-mpany occasioned a feast higMighted by this baked ham watched over by Steward Jack Long (standing) and Chief Cook Bernard Mace. �Meany Comments: Strikes to Politics Washington George Meany, president of the 13.8 million member AFLCIO, held a wide-ranging inter­ view with a group of reporters just before Labor Day produc­ ing headlines in the nation's press and extensive comment in all media. Some of the subjects he covered were: • Substitute for Strikes— "What would be wrong," Meany asked his interviewers, "with a union signing an agree­ ment for, let us say, two years and then saying that at the end of the two years all basic condi­ tions in the agreement will pre­ vail except wages and that wages will be the subject of col­ lective bargaining? "And if after a certain length of time there is no agreement between the parties, the Amer­ ican Arbitration Association will make a final and binding decision. . . ." • -.The Democratic Party— "I don't see any swing to the Republican Party. ... (It is) not so much that our people are looking to the Republicans, but that they are looking less to the Democrats because, actually, the Democratic Party has disin­ tegrated." • The Indictmrat irf the SIU—"We feel that the Seafar­ ers have been picked out by (Attorney General John) Mitch­ ell. He wants to do a little horse whipping and maybe dis­ courage some of our political activities. ... "I think some of the hatchet boys over in Mitch­ ell's shop thought this was a good idea and they felt that the Seafarers, who had gotten a lot of publicity, would be fair game to take on. Frankly, I think it is serious, but I am not so sure that (the government) is going to be successful in their prosecution (of the SIU). • Foreign Policy—"We, of course, agree with (President Nixon) to a great degree on his efforts to end the war in South­ east Asia through the building up and developing of the ability of the South Vietnamese to take care of themselves. ..." • The Nixon Administra­ tion—"I think our relations with the Nixon Administration are just about as good as we could have expected. ... On the economic issue, as of now, yet, I would say (Nixon) is go­ ing to get bad marks. . . . "I think his educational policy is not good. I think he is obsessed with the idea of bal­ ancing the budget and I think he is cutting back—or, at least, he tried to cut back to a great extent—on the educational pro­ grams that were enacted under the Administration of Lyndon Johnson... "On the civil rights business, I think he is very, very bad because he is obviously attempt­ ing to carry water on both shoulders. . . ." • The Women's Liberation Movement—"There are certain protections in the law for wom­ en that we have been fighting to put into the law for many, many years . . . now we get these militant feminists and they don't want any protection . . . They say we don't want these laws; they want absolute equality." • Political Campaigns-— "Number one, I would have the election campaigns much short­ er and, number two, I would provide for the use of television to a limited degree to every serious contender." "I think there should be a definite limit on spending, de­ pending on the number of reg­ istered voters in each constitu­ ency. I certainly would cut down the national campaigns to about three weeks. . . ." ry » Veteran labor reporters interview AFL-CIO President George Meany Text of Meany s Comments on SIU The pre-Labor Day interview AFL-CIO President George Meany had with five reporters dealt in part with labor's polit­ ical action and the indictment of the Seafarerg International Union for political activity. The interview received coverage in the nation's major papers. President Meany's comments on the SIU indictment also received broad coverage. Following is the text of that part of the interview dealing with the SIU and labor's political activities: REPORliSR: Mr. Meany, on another subject, the field of political action. The AFL-CIO has its COPE operation and the various unions have their counterparts. One of the fed­ eration members, the Seafarers, have been indicted for the way that they handled political funds—collecting and spend­ ing. Do you think this is going to dampen political activity? MEANY: No, it is not going to dampen political activity because we feel that the Seafarers have been picked out by Mr. Mitchell. He wants to do a little horse whipping and maybe discourage some of our political activities. I don't think that is going to happen. You know we have these laws on the books—and they have been there for many, many years—Corrupt Practices Act and so forth—and they have been honored, as far as I am concerned, they have been honored by everybody in the breach. I don't know of any candidate for office anywhere that gives a damn where he gets the money as long as he gets it when he gets into a campaign. I think some of the hatchet boys over in Mitchell's shop thought this was a good idea and they felt that the Seafarers, who had gotten a lot of pub­ licity, would be fair game to take on. Frankly, I think it is serious but I am not so sure that they are going to be suc­ cessful in their prosecution. REPORTER: You think it is more the system, as you sug­ gested, that is wrong but how would you go about changing it so people didn't have to put big chunks of money into this? MEANY: Well, I would do some things to change it if I could and I don't know whether we have a program on it. Number one, I would make the election campaigns much shorter and number two, I would provide for the use of television to a limited degree to every serious contender. I wouldn't let somebody start a new political party on the first day of October and immediately be given free television time. REPORTER: You would do this with free time? MEANY: Yes, sir. I think the television industry should give us free time. I think they are using the air waves, which should be everybody's property, for their private interests— which is all right. They are putting their money in there, but I certainly think in this area the television time should be free. I think there should be a definite limit on spending, depending on the number of registered voters in each con­ stituency. I certainly would cut down the national campaigns to about three weeks, if I had it my way. You fellows would have a good time. REPORTER: Do you see any indication that the Admin­ istration may go after other unions on this same basis? MEANY: I don't know. I don't have any indication at this time but I wouldn't be surprised if they dec'de they could haul some other unions in. REPORTER: What would happen if the labor movement got out on its own or was pushed out completely out of the field of lobbying and political spending? What would happen in this country, in other words, if you were not allowed to participate in politics, financially? MEANY: You mean if they passed a law? I think we would do pretty much what we did in prohibition days. We would just go ahead. I don't see where they would prohibit indi­ vidual citizens from joining with one another and being politically active. And I don't know how they could pass a law that would keep the labor unions out. I am sure they have laws that put restrictions on trade union funds and on corporation funds and we, like the corporations, are busy finding ways to use our influence despite those laws. REPORTER: Corporations do too? MEANY: Of course they do. As I say, I don't know anyone who runs for political office who has too many scruples when they get in the heat of the campaign and they are up against that last 10 days when they know the opponent has a lot of television time and they are up against this policy of cash on the barrelhead. There is no credit from television companies, you have to pay for it or you don't go on the air. Now, when a candi­ date gets into that situation, after campaigning for months and months and months and he sees all the advantages of the last few days, at least what he thiqks are the advantages. I am not so sure that the last few days are near as important as some of the candidates think. I have always felt that most of the voters in most cam­ paigns have their minds made up at least 10 days to two weeks before the campaign ends and they get sick of the campaign and don't listen anymore except some of the socalled uncommitted and doubtful ones. But there is no ques­ tion that candidates feel that that last minute time is crucial and they get campaign jitters at the time. I have seen people get almost hysterical in a situation where I felt and every­ body else felt that he was home. Some of these people run scared and they really run scared. When that nime comes, they will get money any place they can get it. REPORTER: You mentioned a few minutes ago some of the hatchet boys around the Attorney General. Does this Admin­ istration have political hatchet men or are they anti-labor hatchet men? What are you thinking about? MEANY: Well, I think there is a certain type of hatchet man over in the Attorney General's office, no matter who is the attorney general. There are certain people over there who feel that labor is fair game, that trade unions represent what m'gbt be called a worthy opponent and they are ready to do battle. I think that if they wanted to look into corrupt practices in election campaigns, I don't think they would start with the trade union movement. I think there' would be plenty of other places to start. You take the way in which they evade the law by setting up committees. They set up the committees "without the candidate's knowledge." He doesn't even know there is a committee collecting money. In one campaign a few years ago in Ohio, there must have been 300 separate committees for the one candidate—the ushers committee, the florist com­ mittee, the east side mothers committee, the fourth grade teachers committee, the steel producers committee and ev­ erything under the sun. The whole thing was coordinated but the candidate "didn't know anything about it." I think this is really an evasion of the real intent of the law. Corporatignsf can't contribute, but the vice president and the vice president's wife and the vice president's mother-inlaw and somehow or other you get the feeling that the cor­ poration is going to see that they get it somewhere along the line. �Two Refitted Ships Crew Up, Leave Port of Norfolk rpwo refitted ships owned by SlU-contracted JL companies are again sailing the seas after crewing up in the Port of Norfolk last month. The tanks of the Erna Elizabeth (Albatross Tankers) were completely cleaned and fully coated. The second ship, the Commander (Marine Carriers) was refurbished from bow to stern. Seafarers signing-on the repaired vessels were happy for the activity the crewing up and lay­ E ing in of stores generated before leaving port. After her new crew was aboard, the Erna Elizabeth set sail for a four to eight month voyage first to Trinidad and then on to ports in Europe. The Commander, under MSG charter, left Newport News for delivery of cargo to NATO posts in Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Antwerp. She expects to return to the United States in a month. The radio antenna of the Erna Elisabeth is rigged by Leroy McDonald, an ordinary sea­ man, and R. Campbell prior to the ship's de­ parture for Trinidad and Europe. I« 1 Deck handit R. Tuttle and L. White haul in the gangplank as the Commander, under MSG charter, prepares to sail for NATO stations in Europe. The lifeboat davits of the Ema Elisabeth are lettered before departure by Fred Ketter and Glen Lawson while the ship is at anchor in Newport News, Va. The ship sailed later for Trinidad and Europe. Hooker Price stands for alone atop the tanks as he coats the cables of Number 4 hatch with grease. An ordinary seaman, Price sailed with the refitted Commander from the Port of Norfolk last month. The ship car­ ried cargo for military men in Europe. Francis McGaray, the bosun of the Erna Elisabeth tests the latch on Num­ ber 10 tank while David Berger lends a helping hand. All tanks aboard the ship were recoated during refitting. In the Commander's engine room, department members are busy readying the newly remodeld ship for its first cruise. Jerry Ange checks the steam valve while Pee Wee Pulliam, center, and Robert Sawyer add the finishing touches to the renovationnew light bulbs. Septsmber 1970 Page 9 �Toward a Safe Port -mm Pensioner Likes Receiving Log To the Editor: I have no words to ekpress my gratitude to you for sending the Seafarers Log every month. I enjoy very much reading the union paper. It makes me re­ member when I was sailing on SIU ships. When I finish reading I pass the Log to the foreign ships in port. Sincerely yours, Bos'n, pensioner Luciano Ghezzo Ancona, Italy Proud of Men He Works With Victory in View The maritime industry today stands at the threshold of revitalization as the Senate pre­ pares to vote on the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. This legislation is built on the foundation of a philosophy which the Seafarers International Union has long embraced—that the United States must again become a dominant economic force on the seas of the world. The shipbuilding program embraced by the Act calls for a minimum of 300 new ships to be constructed within the next 10 years. In addi­ tion, more ships are likely to be added to the deep-water fleet through the tax deferments per­ mitted on profits that are used to build new vessels for use in the domestic and fishing trades. The Merchant Marine Act of 1970 will hot come close to solving all the problems of to­ day—or even those of many tomorrows to come. But, with passage by the Senate and the signa­ ture of the President, it will mark a significant beginning. Before its ship construction recommendations can be implemented, many more World War Il-vintage bottoms will have been sent to the scrap yard. Our fleet, which has diminished from first to fifth in carrying capacity in recent years, will grow still smaller. This means that the number of jobs available will shrink. But passage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 can be the impetus to reverse the trend of American-flag shipping. To Seafarers, adoption of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 will mean a first victory in a battle they have contributed greatly to for years in both money and effort. Survival of the American-flag merchant fleet has been the primary goal of all Seafarers, men who know well that without ships, there are no jobs. And jobs are the staple of life not only to the working 'Seafarer and his family, but to the man depend­ ing upon his SIU pension, as well. That is why, for the past eight years. Sea­ farers have generously supported the Seafarers Political Activities Donations (SPAD). We knew then, as we know now, that our goal could best be reached through helping those who would help our cause to be elected to both Houses of the Congress. A victory in the Senate will be a victory for the maritime industry, the nation, and, most of all, for each individual Seafarer who has par­ ticipated in the campaign to bring new life to our dying merchant fleet. The Maritime Forum The speakers come from all over this land of ours. From New York, California, Minnesota, Tennessee, Connecticut and they sometimes come from organized labor or the federal gov­ ernment in Washington. The weekly luncheons of the AFL-CIO Mari­ time Trades Department are a big drawing card in the nation's capital. But even more im­ portantly they constitute the only continuing forum on maritime affairs going on anywhere. This is one reason why the SIU is affiliated with the MTD. With the recent 307-1 vote in the House of Representatives on the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 and the Act's successful sailing through the Senate Commerce Committee, we can tell that the voices of the forum are not falling on Page 10 deaf ears in the councils of government that matter. To be sure, the luncheon forum has brought the problems of the maritime industry to the attention of a nation that only a few years ago was pitifully unaware that the industry was dying. And we like to think that in preparing for their appearances at the forum, the speakers may have become better informed about the maritime situation. In any case, when the votes are counted in the Senate a number of those voting "aye" will, be those who have participated in this educational process. They were welcome guests at the luncheons, and we are happy for any enlighten­ ment their appearances may have brought them. (For a report on recent luncheons, please turn to Page 14.) Editor's Note: The follow­ ing letter was sent to the Log with a note from Seafarer Victor B. Cambas explaining that he was the second assist­ ant engineer aboard the De Soto when he learned that his son was killed in action in Vietnam. He left the ship in Manila and was flown home. To the crew of the S.S. De Soto: I have just received a letter from Glen D. Happer, Master of your ship. He enclosed a check for $100.00, which was collected among you men, to be given to my son's family. This was to be used toward my son's grave or as his family saw fit. Since his first child is due to arrive in September, it has been decided to use the money to pur­ chase a Savings Bond for the baby, toward its future education. On behalf of my son's wife, Lucille, my wife, and family and myself, we wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to all you men aboard the De Soto, for your sincere expression of sympathy during such a tragic time in our lives. It's men like you, who keep our world together, and I'm proud to say, I work with such men aboard ship. Again, our deepest thanks to you all. Sincerely, Victor B. Cambas Metaiiie, La. Thanks for SIU Welfare Plan To the Edit<m I am very grateful to the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan and wish to thank you for the help you gave in paying the bills when my hus­ band was in and out of the hos­ pital with a heart condition. I also wish to thank Mr. McGinty of the Jersey City local for his help. Lots of luck and good health to the membership for making it such a good plan and keeping it so. Sincerely, Mrs. Samuel Ratz Rahway, N.J. Prompt Response Draws Thanks To the Editor: I would like to extend my sin­ cere thanks to the Seafarers Wel­ fare plan for prompt response for death benefits, all necessary, all gratefully received. Sincerely, Mrs. Robert E. Greene Portsmouth, Va. Special Tax Exemptions Can Help Pensioners When the omnibus tax re­ form bill was passed by Con­ gress last year it included a provision which gave certain groups of people exemption from Federal tax withholding. A study by the Commerce Clearing House here shows that many states are following the same pattern. The exemption grants relief from Federal income tax with­ holding to employees—such as students, retirees and part-time workers—who had no Federal income tax liability last year and anticipate none this year. The exemption became effec­ tive May 1, 1970 and is avail­ able for later years. A single person who earns less than $1,725 in 1970 will owe no Federal income tax, and a taxpayer over the age of 65 can earn up to $2,350 without incurring a tax liability. Em­ ployees who qualify must file Federal Form W-4E with their employers. So far, 22 states grant a similar exemption, accepting either the Federal form or a similar state form. These states are: Alaska, Arizona, Colora­ do, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Ken­ tucky, Maine, Maryland, Mas­ sachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska,, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Ore­ gon, Utah and Vermont. Ore­ gon won't grant an exemption until next year. In California, where with­ holding currently applies only to nonresidents, employees who earn $3,250 or less if single, or $6,500 or less if married, are already exempt from state withholding. Thirteen states and the Disr trict of Columbia and New York City have indicated they will not grant such an exemp­ tion. They are Arkansas, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Min­ nesota, Missouri, Montana, New York, South Carolina and Virginia. m Boas-dling pairolm^h in flie' Port of New York are asking^ S^arem to g^ve their pape^ to the department before inking. This will simj^Ulfy pij^ediire at payoff and afe^ fjis^rhandt^ Patrolmen ask ?J! Sea- _ ffters cooperate tn this OCT .td:'teiiip ' 11 �Safety Council Cites p SiU-Manned Ships R. in Coimar Corp. Fleet h, 4 I)' The Calmar Steamship Corp­ oration, an SlU-contracted sub­ sidiary of Bethlehem Steel Corp., took top honors for safety aboard ship in a compe­ tition of the Marine Division of the National Safety Council. Calmar, which has both pas­ senger and major cargo ships, compiled a disabling injury frequency rate of 2.2 per million man hours worked. The indus­ try as a whole averaged 6.05 for each million man hours. Three Calmar vessels—the Yorkmar, Pennmar, and Seamar—had a total of 694,272 man hours without a disabling accident. At the end of 1969, the Yorkmar had gone 26 months without a disabling in­ jury; the Seamar 15 months and the Pennmar 13 months. In addition, Bethlehem Steel's Sparrows Point yard. Group 1 Division, won the top award for yard safety with a disabling in­ jury frequency of 1.9 per mil­ lion man hours. The industry average for shipyard workers is 10 per million man hours worked. Achievement of Calmar's exemplary record does not come about without effort. All Beth­ lehem vessels undergo the com­ pulsory governmental periodic fire and safety inspections. In I Rear Admiral William S. Rca, III, U.S. Coast Guard, pre.sents the Na­ tional .Safety Council's first place award to ofTicials of Calmar .Steam­ ship Cx). From the left are: Cjtrl Andre, manager of Office Services; Adm. Rea, and Fred Sherman, president of Calmar. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes spe­ cific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the SecretaryTreasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. .Members of this com­ mittee may make dissenting reports, specific recommenda­ tions and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and man­ agement representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon ap­ proval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Earl Shepard, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275-20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. August 1970 addition, all ships and their crews are subjected to rigorous safety drills conducted by the company itself. A special firefighting school is maintained by the company at its Sparrows Point yard. Here, officers and crew mem­ bers of the various ships re­ ceive special instruction in com­ batting any type fire that may occur at sea or in port. Safety and firefighting in­ structions are also given to each department aboard ship at least once during each voyage. In conjunction with the safe­ ty and firefighting program, a system was initiated color cod­ ing all portable fire extinguish­ ers aboard the ships, according to the class of fire upon which they are to be us^. In an emergency, the equipment can easily be distinguished by color, even from a distance. Such a safety training pro­ gram has its obvious benefits of helping to prevent serious ac­ cidents aboard ship. But, it also pays off in other aspects. According to statistics recently released by the Maritime Ad­ ministration, Sparrows Point shipyard had under contract, at the beginning of the new fiscal year in July, more new com­ mercial vessels—in terms of numbers, tonnage and value— than any other yard in the country. In all, the yard has almost half of the private ship construction under contract in the United States. The Calmar vessel Yorkmar ended 1969 with 26 months without a dis­ abling injury, helping the company earn the National Safety Council's first place award. Yorkmar personnel shown here are, from left: John Hamilton, chief mate; Bill Campbell, third mate; Captain Merle Frost, master; Nick Kratsus, and Thcmistocie Zitoundiadis, able seamen. SIU Arrivals Sinia Duron, born June 10, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert A. Duron, New Orleans, La. Robin Ferguson, born July 11, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Thomas B. Ferguson, Norfolk, Va. Brian Hamilton, bom Feb. 16, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Joe Mac Hamilton, Battletown, Ky. Andy Lee, born July 4, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Pao C. Lee, San Francisco, Calif. Heniy Picado, born Feb. 15, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Luis E. Picado, New Orleans, La. Dana Lynn Donaldson, born July 8, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. John W. Donaldson, Galveston, Tex. LaKeith Taylor, bom April 13, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Cleve­ land H. Taylor, Mobile, Ala. Roderick Lacy, bom Sept. 2, 1969, to Seafarer and Mrs. Rottria F. Lucy. Gilda Esquerre, bom July 16. 1970, Seafarer and Mrs. William R. Esquerre, Mobile. Ala. Mayda Vargas, born July 1. 1970. to Seafarer and Mrs. Giovanni Var­ gas, Salinas, P.R. Michelle Thomason, born March CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and con­ ditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serv­ ing the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing arti­ cles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective member­ ship. This established policy has been reaffirmed by mem­ bership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all con­ stitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immedi­ ately be reported to headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND -OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the Seafarers Log a verbatim copy of its constitution. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer 21, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. William A. Thomason, Decatur, Ga. Adolfo Douglas, bom May 29, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. David Douglas, Oakland, Calif. Benita Benoit, bom June 4, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Louis J. Benoit, Lake Arthur. La. Julie Gulllory, bom June 16, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Everton Gulllory, Eunice'. La. Tracy Lynn Lundy, born July 24, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Thomas J. Lundy, Wilmer, Ala. Nicole Sutherland, bom April 24, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert Sutherland, Jr.. New Orleans, La. Victor Mull, bom March 21. 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert L. Mull, Newton, N.C. William Purvis, born May 20. 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Billie K. Purvis, Houston, Tex. Catherine Douglas, born July 2, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert M. Douglas, Jr.. Mount Holly. N.J. Rosalind Jones, bom July 3. 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Glen E. Jones. New Orleans, La. Amy Dockrey, born June 23. 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Claude J. Dockrey, Solana Beach. Calif. is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. RETIRED SEAFARERS. Old-time SIU members draw­ ing disability-pension benefits have always been encouraged to continue their union activities, including attendance at membership meetings. And like all other SIU members at these Union meetings, they are encouraged to take an active role in ail rank-and-file functions, including service on rankand-file committees. Because these oldtimers cannot take shipboard employment, the membership has reaffirmed the long-standing Union policy of allowing them to retain their good standing through the waiving of their dues. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the em­ ployers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATIONS. One of the basic rights of Seafarers is the right to pursue legislative and political objectives which will serve the best interests of themselves, their families and their Union. To achieve these objectives, the Seafarers Political Activity Do­ nation was established. Donations to SPAD are entirely vol­ untary and constitute the funds through which legislative and political activities are conducted for the membership and the Union. If at any time a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitu­ tional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at head­ quarters by certified mall, return receipt requested. Page 11 �John Fox, Maritime Labor Pioneer, Dies Seattle, Wash. ' John M. Fox, 68, of Seattle, Wash., a former SIU vice presi­ dent, died Aug. 1 at home after d long illness. He was credited with "the longest, continuing service of anyone in the U.S. merchant marine labor move­ ment." Mr. Fox, a native of Michi­ gan, was president of the In­ land Boatmen's Union from 1940 until 1966 when he re- Census Bureau Misses Town Rep. Ed Edmondson (DOkla.) says the Census Bureau lost an entire town in his dis­ trict. Colcord, Okla., with a population of 432, up from 183 in 1960, was not listed in the bureau's statistics. "Colcord may not compare with New York or Los Angeles, but to the people who live and work there it is a mighty impor­ tant place," the Congressman said. tired. He served as an SIU vice president from the IBU's affili­ ation with the SIU in 1948 until retirement. He was succeeded in both posts by Merle Adlum. Mr. Fox, who received his master's papers in 1931, orga­ nized the IBU of the Pacific in the Puget Sound area and served as secretary-business manager of the Puget Sound Division of IBU and of Local 6, Masters, Mates and Pilots JOHN M. FOX Union. Mr. Fox was also an activist in his community. He served as Computer Fails a member of the board of re­ gents of the University of Wash­ Counting Job ington and was a member of Detroit the National Railroad Adjust­ It appears that the computer ment Board. will never adequately replace During World War II he people. This point was once served as a member of the again brought home when De­ King County Housing Authority troit's new computer system for and taught navigation to mem­ vote-counting bungled the job of tabulating the results of the bers of the U.S. Coast Guard. Among his survivors are his primary election there, wife Alice and a daughter, Mrs. Instead of getting the results Priscilla Hearst of Pocatello, in six hours, it took the machine Idaho. 30 hours. PISPATCHERS REPORT Atlantic, Gulf & inland Waters Dbt^t August 1,1970 to August 31,1970 DECK DEPARTMENT • TOTAL REGISTERED AH Groups Class A OassB 8 4 129 130 21 17 63 29 25 37 38 50 14 19 38 23 77 57 74 76 39 45 93 85 46 44 ,665 616 • Boston ! New York Philadelphia BaltimOTe ........... Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco ..... Seattle Totals — I'-; Pcwt: AH Groups Class A Class B <:iassC 6 1 2 90 76 23 7 13 4 26 20 4 23 19 6 32 42 10 7 4 1 25 21 1 78 45 9 55 51 11 20 ^ 33 3 65 83 24 26 26 17 460 434 115 AH Groups Class A Class B 9 6 218 131 1-27 20, 123 45 38 38 40 11 21 22 85 21 149 93 140 75 53 43 116 29 50 15 1069 549 3 74 9 20 14 17 5 30 59 36 24 51 33 375 3 98 8 21 24 46 8 10 76 61 30 74 20 479 • REGISTERED ON BEACH 1 24 1 8 7 10 1 • 0 - 11 8 16 34 , 21 142 All Ch-oups 9 190 19 82 31 19 11 49 100 \ , 65 19 88 , • 29: 711 5 81 6 14 15 11 31 58 28 13 68 29 2 64 8 21 32 4 25 40 37 21 39 21 22 336 2 56 5 21 9 17 0 15 59 35 12 46 20 297 0 8 46 31 8 3 15 7 17 18 27 23 0 0 0 :-vV: 14 30 -•V 21, - •• 30 11 5 38 45 • 13 9 240,; 182 5 154 11 67 26 23 :: ••21 • 64 99 , 80 3 77 9 43 , 34 18 8 • • 44 .. 86 68': :V-22';p? ii :..•• 32 ;r ,453 San Diego Fred Martinez helps work­ ers. Using the experience he gained as a worker for the SIU, the Cannery Workers and the United Farm Workers Organiz­ ing Committee, Fred Martinez concentrates on finding jobs for disadvantaged workers. His area is San Diego, Calif, where he is now employed by the Laborers Local 89. As long ago as last January he zeroed in on finding summer jobs for youth, working closely with R. R. Richardson, secre­ tary-treasurer of the San DiegoImperial County Labor Council and Hugh Wood, director of the local office of the National Alliance of Businessmen. In a large part because Fred Martinez believes in his job in jobs, some 1500 area youth were employed through the Mayor's Summer Youth Fair. And all this in a summer when youth jobs everywhere were in short supply due to rising un­ employment. HRDI has area manpower representatives throughout the country—working out of 40 cities. As did Fred Martinez, they concentrated on finding summer jobs for youth. Hundreds of youth jobs were filled this year because of Fred Martinez and people like him. HRDI officials in Washington hesitate to give any final fig­ ures. Due to high unemploy­ ment, the results were short of. goals but the contribution was significant. Jobs, working conditions and being disadvantaged have long been familiar problems to Martinez. He was bom in Mex­ ico in 1913. He is a natural­ ized citizen. For more than 30 years he has been active in the American labor movement. As long ago as 1933 he worked as a farm worker orga­ nizer in San Diego, Imperial and Orange counties. He served for five years on the hardpressed union's executive board. Martinez devoted hours and days to contacting officers of local unions, persuading them of the need of finding employ­ ment for the young people. Over the months he succeed­ ed in placing five here, 12 there, 30 in another place and so on. The totals began to add up. In almost every case the union initiation fee was waived and in some instances no union dues were asked. Standard wages were paid to the stu­ dents, some as high as $4.63 an hour. ' Throughout the country this pattern was being repeated: • In Nashville, Tenn., John Duncan was asked to contact 30 companies. He got pledges for 187 jobs. • In New York City, John Burnell and IBEW Local 3 found jobs for 132 youngsters. • In Newark, N.J., Earl Wil­ liams located jobs for 76 youths at stores, factories, offices, car washes and small contractors. • In San Antonio, A1 Garcia found 20 hospital jobs and six jobs at local housing projects. . Where transportation was a problem, HRDI went to work. Gene Carter in Phoenix, Ariz., and John Robert in Toledo helped win support for Federal transportation funds, for ex­ ample. Frequently, the stories in the local newspap>ers give credit to the employers for the summer jobs for youth but the young people who found jobs know that the labor movement, par­ ticularly HRDI, came to their rescue. First Black Elected Edney, SlUNA V-P, Wins Sfate Fed Post 8 182 16 20 47 28 20 - 52 125 125 28 59 22 732 STEWARD DEPARTMENT TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups ^ All Groups All Groups Class A Class B Class A Class B Class C Class A Class B Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk .............. Jacksonville Tampa ................ Mobile New Orleans : Houston Wilmington San Francisco ...... Seattle ••••— ; Xdtals Page 12 REGISTERED ON BEACH ENGINE DEPARTMENT TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED AH Groups AH Groups Class A Class B Boston ............... • 5 6 New York 115 142 Philadelphia ........ 7 19 • Baltimore ............ 35 41 Norfolk ' 14 37 Jacksonville .......... 23 67 Tampa 9 8 Mobile 34 23 New Orleans 65 69 Houston 33 78 Wilmington ' 17 41 San Francisco ...... 71 103 Seattle 38 37 484 653 Fori TOTAL SHIPPED Former SIU Aide Finds Summer Jobs Los Angeles Steve Edney, head of the Cannery Workers in the Los Angeles Harbor area an^ a vice president of the SIUNA, has been elected unanimously as vice president of the California Labor Federation. Edney is the first black man to be elected to that post in the history of the 1.3-millionmember AFL-CIO state federa­ tion. John L. Henning, executive secretary of the federation, was one of Edney's principal back­ ers for the post. Edney recently received na­ tional recognition when he served as chairman of a joint fishing industry, labor and man­ agement committee, which gathered clothing items for Peruvian refugees following the disastrous earthquake there. STEVE EDNEY . . . elected to fed post Edney undertook the task of providing aid to these victims despite the persistent attacks on U.S. fishing vessels off the coast of Peru. A �Oiler Bob Bullock spends a quiet moment on deck surveying Newark harbor while awaiting payoff. Fireman-watertender Nick Hutchins is shown adjusting pressure gauges in the ship's engine room. Messma^ Art Rubenstein promotes his industry by afllxing sticker to his luggage urging the use of American-flag ships to benefit Americans. jmber 1970 Page 13 �U.S. Funds i For ILO Refused Leaders Speak Out on Issues Rep. Wolif Rep. Murphy Rep. Blatnik Rep. Karth Mr. Groton Maritime Problems in Focus in D.C maritime trades," he em­ Washington The AFL-CIO Maritime phasized. He criticized the failure of Trades Department, with which the SIU is affiliated, is the only U.S. government agencies to organization providing a con­ use American-flag ships when tinuing, informative forum that sending cargo abroad. "I find deals exclusively with maritime it curious that the men in the federal bureaucracy ignore the problems and legislation. 'ship-American' campaign of Weekly Washington luncheons one of their own agencies—the feature addresses on maritime issues by members of Congress Federal Maritime Administra­ and officials from government, tion." Nation in Jeopardy business and Jabor. Unless U.S.-flag ships are In recent weeks four Con­ utilized so that they carry vir­ gressmen and one labor official tually all U.S. foreign trade have addressed themselves to goods, instead of the current 5 various maritime problems. This percent of such traffic, Wolff is what they had to say: states, "Our once proud mer­ • Page Groton, director of chant marine will deteriorate the Boilermakers and Iron Ship even more rapidly at the cost Builders Marine Council said of jobs, ships and tax rev­ that without the governmental enues." assistance proposed in the This, in turn, he says will Merchant Marine Act of 1970 add to the unfavorable balance the shipbreaker's torch will re­ of payments, and "place our duce the mostly-antiquated nation in jeopardy if any future 967-ship American merchant emergencies arise overseas." fleet to 272 ships by 1974. The provisions of the act, • In addition to building Karth explained, would supply new ships, Rep. Lester Wolff the merchant marine with the (D-N.Y.) stated, "serious atten­ ships it needs to become "the tion must also be given to filling nation's first arm of peace." He these ships with cargo." stressed that this role could be • Rep. Joseph E. Karth (DMinn.) contended that if the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 is implemented the Americanflag fleet can become "the first arm of peace" in the world. • The dumping of mercury into the world's waters are poisoning the fish and eventually affecting the health of man, ac­ cording to Rep. John Murphy (D-N.Y.). • Pollution in the Great Lakes has reached such a level that the very livelihood of the people in the area is threat­ ened, said Rep. John A. Blat­ nik (D-Minn.). » * vous system, and can cause the birth of brain-damaged children and may even cause cancer. He cited statistics from vari­ ous countries around the world listing deaths and physical de­ formities caused by mercury poisoning. He was critical of govern­ mental agencies that, despite the proven dangers of mercury poisoning, "continue to study" the problem without taking any effective' action to remedy the situation. The Secretary of the Interior "should seek civil action to force mercury pollutors to take cor­ rective action or shut down," Murphy concluded. Blatnik urged that immediate steps be taken to clean up the Great Lakes because "the situ­ ation can easily be called life or death for the 37 fiercent of the nation's population that live in the eight Great Lakes states." He pointed out that countless tons of pollutants are dumped into these lakes each year by manufacturers. "They have made the lakes unsafe as recrea­ tion spots and the fish caught there uneatable," he added. * Groton believes the Mer­ chant Marine Act of 1970 is but "a first, modest step toward bringing the American-flag mer­ chant fleet back from the deep." Modest as it is, he still con­ tends it will provide a program that would "revitalize our ship­ building trade, and put a brake on our rapidly declining sea­ faring' corps." He says that we have now reached a time where we must "correct the mistakes of a quarter century of neglect," or else the United States will find herself depending on foreign countries to transport her goods. Ships Need Cargo Wolff says that the construc­ tion of new ships is not enough. He claims that the new ships will be useless unless there is cargo in their holds. "Empty ships will not pro­ vide profits for ship owners nor employment for men in the Page 14 achieved only with passage of the bill. These pew ships could serve as "vivid examples of the strength and vitality of our free enterprise system," he said. "liiese fast, efficient, sleek new ships will tell the world of the pride American workers have in their products; of the benefits of strong and free trade unions; and of a system in which labor, industry and gov­ ernment can work together to solve mutual problems." Karth, too, was critical of various governmental agencies which bypass U.S.-flag ships to deliver their goods overseas. According to Murphy, mer­ cury poisoning "is setting us up for the kill, and all we seem to be doing about it is 'studying it.'" He explained that industrial mercury being dumped in the world's waters is absorbed by the fish and eventually passed on to man when he consumes the fish. When mercury poisoning finally does attack man's sys­ tem, he said, it hits brain cells first and then the central ner­ Washington The U.S. Senate has refused to appropriate $3.7 million as the American contribution to the International Labor Orga­ nization because of recent JLO actions. The Senate's refusal to act came after AFL-CIO President George Meany—with the sup­ port of the Department of La­ bor and the U.S. employer representative to the ILO— convinced the House that a hearing into ILO activities should be held before handing over the remainder of the an­ nual $7.4 million U.S. contribu­ tion. Meany, testifying about ILO activities before a House sub­ committee, said "it has now gotten to the point where at practically every session we have to sit and listen to tirades, the usual Communist propa­ ganda tearing this country, down, portraying us as the opponents of human freedom and of being imperialists, and so on and so forth." "Unless this is stopped I would say that the ILO will be useless insofar as the American labor movement is concerned and as far as our Government is concerned." Meany was particularly irked by the nomination of a Soviet Union representative as assist­ ant director general of the ILO. He called this action the "last straw." Sen. John McClellan, (DArk.) chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, al­ so issued a statement concern­ ing the appointment of the Soviet Union representative to such a high office. "This is "not the way we ought to permit the United States to be treated. We will never command world-wide respect from other countries, and certainly not from the Soviet Union, as long as we let them bully us like that, and then have us foot the bill. I am not going to stand for it. It ought to be stopped," he said. Sen. McClellan also noted that Meany's testimony was very persuasive. Census Will Cause House Seat Shuffle Washington The 1970 Census results are still "preliminary" but already it is clear that they will play a big role in the reappiortionment of the House of Representatives to be elected in 1972. No less than 16 states will be affected by the 1970 popula­ tion figures—six of them v/ill gain seats in the House and 10 will lose seats. Gainers will be California (5); Florida (3), and Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut and Texas, one each. Losers will be New York (2); Pennsylvania (2), and Alabama, Iowa, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ten­ nessee, West Virginia and Wis­ consin, one each. By and large the big popula­ tion gains. have been in the West, the Southwest and Florida, plus top gains in Vir­ ginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey and Maine. The heavily industrialized Middle West and Northeast have pretty well held their own. Despite the changes, there is no certainty that there will be sharp changes in the normal political representation of the states affected as a result of population changes. Labor po­ litical analysts are more inter­ ested in the complexion of the state legislatures to be elected this November than they are in the population changes them­ selves. Next year no less than 44 state legislatures will have the power to redistrict their repre­ sentation and to determine— within the "one-man, one-vote" formula—how district lines will be drawn. The six states where 1970 election changes will not have a direct bearing on new Con­ gressional redistricting are Ken­ tucky, Mississippi, New Jersey and Virginia, which will hold their legislative elections in 1971, and Michigan and Ohio where special boards hold the redistricting power. The official count of the 1970 Census will not come until November according to Secretary of Commerce Mau­ rice H. Stans, but it is not ex­ pected that there will be any major changes in what he has called "the semi-final" figures. Stans reported that despite attacks on the Census questions and the Census itself, millions and millions of families "filled out their census forms, without considering it an invasion of their privacy." "Cooperation wais virtually universal," he declared. "Only a handful of cases required reference to the Department of Justice." �SEAFARERSafc^I.OG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION # ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT * AFL-CIO SlU Negotiates '20-at-55' Pension The SIU has negotiated a major extension of the AGLIW District's pension that will provide for re­ tirement with full pension and benefits at age 55 for Seafarers with 20 years of seatime. The "20-at-55" plan was recommended by the rank-and-file SIU Pension Study Committee which spent several months reviewing the union's program. TTie committee had called for the new benefit to be placed into effect no later than Dec. 31, 1971. How­ ever, the contract just negotiated by the union calls for it to start next Jan. 1, nearly a year ahead of the deadline set by the committee. The committee's second major recommendation was that information about the SIU pension program, to­ gether with a comparison with the pension plan of the National Maritime Union, be published in the Seafarers Log. This special supplement of the Seafarers Log has been published to carry out the committee's recom­ mendation. It will be widely distributed so that Sea­ farers will know: • How the "20-at-55" plan works, what it cost and how it will affect the stability of the SIU pension plan. • How the current SIU pension program stacks up with the NMU pension plan. • How passage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 would affect the maritime industry's ability to keep pension programs healthy in the future. f I ' I'l ij - r I i iii. I fiM> I; / lli All Other Benefits Stay The new benefit is an addition to the SIU's pen­ sion and welfare package for the AGLIW District. Those who are working toward retirement at age 65 with 15 years of service will remain eligible for their full pension. Seafarers will continue to qualify for disability pensions with 12 years of seatime. The SIU pensioner will continue to receive the range of SIU retiree welfare benefits, including the $4,000 death payment and full medical coverage for life. Requirements for pension credits have in no way been changed. Providing for the $250 a month full pension under the "20-at-55" plan is costly. Management will add " $2.08 a day for each man at sea to pay the added cost of providing the benefit for all who are eligible. The $2.08 contribution will also pay, from Jan. 1 on, the cost of the plan for each Seafarer for each day at sea until he becomes eligible for his pension. "Past Service" Payment Increased In addition, the $2.08 contribution includes 33 cents that will be added to the present payment of $1.50 per day for each man at sea to pay the cost of "past service"—or previous seatime days of Sea­ farers who are now working toward their pension. It would cost an estimated $70 million to im­ mediately pay the total price for. all past service days for all currently active Seafarers who will become eligible for the new early retirement benefit. That $70 million will be added to the SIU's "un­ funded past service liability," and will be paid for from the $1.83 contribution over a period of years. SIU negotiators, in order to assure that all pen­ sions worked for would be received as they came due convinced management in 1967 that it should contribute $1.50 per man per day at sea toward pay­ ing off the unfunded past service liability. As a result of this fund, the SIU's pension debt— its "unfunded past service liability"—was reduced to $81 million in 1968 from a peak of $86.2 million in 1967. By increasing the debt retirement contribution to $1.83 under the new contract, approximately $6 mil­ lion a year will be paid toward cutting the SIU's past service debt, even as that liability is increased with the addition of the "20-at-55" retirement jjrovision. The debt could be paid off in 25 years with the present $1.83 contribution, a time period well below what pension experts consider sound. While the SIU has been able to negotiate a signifi­ cant additional pension benefit for Seafarers—the "20- Septeinber 1970 A Seafarer's Pension: Security with Dignity What is a pension to a Seafarer? It is security— with dignity. It is that extra insurance toward a decent life after the Seafarer has spent his last days at sea. Each day.a Seafarer in the AGLIW District is at sea, he contributes to the pension and welfare bene­ fits of his brother who is now retired and to a fund that will assure a better life for himself and his family when he retires. The SIU over the years has stressed the urgency of caution in the development of a pension program. A pension plan must be for everyone—young and old. And it must be forever. SIU members—through their union—have set a course to assure that no Seafarer will ever worry that his promised pension will be forfeited. Seafarers have consistently supported this course in thousands of discussions and debates at membership meetings, ashore and aboard ships at sea. Facts showing the soundness of their judgment appear in all of the stories in this special supplement. Extension of the SIU's pension benefits for the AGLIW District is indeed a major development. Of greater importance, however, is the security that has been woven into the SIU pension plan—a security that guarantees that all Seafarers will receive the fruits of their contributions from a fund that has a foundation for even further improvements in the future. at-55" retirement plan—the NMU has had to tighten its pension plan's eligibility rules, eliminate the early retirement provisions and levy assessments against ship operators to keep its fund from going under. "20-Year Bustout" Falls The NMU's pledge of a "20-year bustout" that promised a man full retirement at any age with 20 years of seatime, has fallen flat for several reasons. Three stand out: • The plan was initially underfinanced: No money was set aside to pay for the past service of those who would be eligible for pensions. Nor were any funds collected as a hedge against heavy job losses. • Thousands of jobs held by long-term NMU members have been eliminated with the layup of the heavily-manned passenger liners—among them the United States, the Constitution, the America, the In­ dependence. As the passenger liners are being taken out of service their NMU crews are being forced to draw pensions. Other NMU ship operators don't have adequate jobs to take up the slack. The wave of retirements is stripping the pension program of income it receives from working NMU Seamen, and is addihg to the amount of money that is being taken out of the weakened pension fund. A basic weakness was built into the NMU program with the provision that an NMU Seaman would get a full year of pension credits even though he worked but 200 days at sea. This cut deeply into the financial stability of the NMU pension fund. The impact of this trio of weaknesses was recog­ nized by the NMU in 1968. As a result, several changes were made in the NMU pension plan. NMU members found that, effective Jan. 1, 1969: 1. The reduced and early retirement pensions were, in a word used by the NMU Pilot, "terminated." Only those NMU men who had qualified for early retirement before Jan. 1, 1969 could receive them. 2. Instead of a "20-year bustout," NMU Seamen learned that they had to earn their 20 years of sea­ time withiq 30 consecutive years—and any long period of slack time extended the amount of time needed to qualify for a pension. 3. A change in the NMU plan made it easier for members to lose their past pension credits. The rule that an NMU member had to work at least 200 days within a period of three consecutive years after Jan. 1, 1953 to keep his credits for all previous years was changed. From Jan. 1, 1969 on, a man must show that he has shipped at least 300 days in a period of three consecutive years to keep his past pension credits. The SIU, by comparison, has kept its break in service rule that requires only that a Seafarer have 90 days of seatime in any one of three consecutive years. Why has the NMU negotiated with management pension changes that both eliminate early retirement and tighten the rules for eligibility for a full pension? Losing Combination Because the early and reduced retirement, coupled with the "20-year bustout" promise, proved to be a combination that could not be paid for from the monies going into the fund. Even with the tightening of rules and elimination of the reduced pension benefit, the NMU fund is in severe trouble. The NMU fund does not have nearly enough money even to guarantee the pensions of Seamen who are now retired. NMU-contracted operators last month had to begin making payments toward a $5.5 million pension fund assessment that was levied because of a loss of jobs. These assessment payments will leave NMU operators less money to use for wage increases. • And they will reduce the opportunity of NMU operators to finance new ships—which could mean new jobs and additional pension contributions. While the NMU has had to retrench, the SIU has been able to keep its pension fund healthy and add the "20-at-55" retirement. In addition, the SIU pension and welfare program has several benefits that are superior to those avail­ able to the NMU Seaman. Disability Pension • The SIU plan provides full disability pension for .Seafarers with 12 years of seatime. • The NMU member must have 20 years of sea­ time credits for a full disability pension, with reduced payments provided for those under 65 who have 15 or more years of seatime. An NMU member dis­ abled after the age of 65 is eligible for a $50 monthly pension if he has lO-to-14 years of seatime. Death Benefit • The SIU $4,000 death benefit is guaranteed to the family of an SIU pensioner who dies. • The NMU plan calls for a $3,500 death benefit— less any pension received to a minimum of $1,500. This means that the beneficiary of any NMU mem ber who is on pension for eight months or more— 8 X $250 = $2,000—gets only the minimum $1,500 death payment. Medical Coverage •The SIU retiree is covered for all medical costs, without limit, and including dental care, artificial limbs, hearing aids, wheelchairs, glasses, etc. In addi­ tion, the SIU pensioner's dependents receive the hos­ pital and surgical benefits available to the dependents of active Seafarers during the pensioner's lifetime and for six months thereafter. By using Medicare and Medicaid benefits, SIU retirees are giving additional financial strength to this total-coverage medical pro­ gram. • The NMU program provides for a maximum of $750 in total medical costs for the pensioner and his dependents. Under today's spiraling medical costs, a single illness can wipe out the NMU member's pro­ tection against the heavy price of being sick. The only other medical benefit contained in the NMU pension plan is the cost of a hearing aid—not to exceed $325— once each four years for the pensioner only. The reason the SIU has been able to maintain its full range of superior benefits and add the "20-at-55" provision while the NMU has been forced to cut back can be traced to a difference in the approach each has taken toward managing the funds monies. A detailed report on the financial condition of the two programs appears on the following two pages. Page 15 �Pension Plans-A Compq There are a wide range of pension systems, and with each has come a different way of getting the money to pay for the benefits. Experts have been called upon to find the best way to prdVide the most benefits at the least cost, and at the same time pro­ tect the plans from folding. They have not always succeeded. Certain facts do stay the same. And in the case of the pension plans of the SIU's AGLIW District and the NMU, a fair comparison can be made from figures drawn from the Employee Welfare Pension Benefit Plan Annual Report Form filed with the United States Department of Labor. The actuarial figures in these reports lag as much as two years behind, and the last available figures from these reports, for both the SIU and the NMU, cover the year 1968. Pension experts agree that the key figure in all pension reports is the "unfunded past service liability." Take this phrase apart and this is what you have: "Unfunded." That means there is no money—no fund—to cover the item. "Past Service." Past service is the seatime credits that a man earns before a pension plan goes into effect. A pension plan, to be paid up, requires that enough dollars are put in the pension fund each day to pay for the seatime earned before the benefits were negotiated. Only then can there be a guarantee that the pension that will be drawn in the future can be paid for. But when the SIU and the NMU pension funds be­ gan, many Seamen had been on the job for several years—and no money had been set aside to pay for their pensions. Those years in which no dollars were set aside for the Seafarer represent his "past service." "Liability." A liability is a debt. In the case of pensions, it is a debt that must be paid if everyone who is on pension, and everyone who is working to­ ward a pension, is to have a solid money-backed guarantee that what he has earned toward his pension up to now is available. So the "unfunded past service liability" is, in effect, the mortgage that must be paid before a worker is sure that his share of his pension fund is secure^ Astronomical Liability In the ca^ of the NMU, the unfunded past service liability is astronomical—and rising. From a debt of $304 million dollars in 1965, it grew to $469 million in 1968. The NMU in 1965 reported that it had 29,000 members under its pension program, meaning that each member's share of the unfunded past service liability—or the mortgage on his pension at that time —was $10,500. By 1968, the NMU reported that the number of members covered by the pension had dropped to 27,500. But the unfunded past service liability had grown to $469 million. The drop in membership, coupled with the increase in the debt meant that by 1968, each member of the NMU had a mortgage against his pension of $17,000. In four years, the debt against the pension of each working NMU Seaman had grown from $10,500 to $17,000. And that debt is still growing. The SIU, too, has an unfunded past service liabil­ ity. In 1965 it amounted to $58 million. The SIU had 22,000 members covered by its pension program, and this number of members, divided into the $58 mil­ lion pension debt, meant each member had a mort­ gage of $2,600 on his pension investment. That grew to a top of $3,600 by 1967, the year that the SIU's unfunded past service liability reached its peak of $86 million. SIU Debt Drops But in 1968, the unfunded past service liability of the SIU pension plan dropped by $5 million—cutting the debt for each meml^r's pension investment to $3,100, based on a membership that had grown to 26,500. How did the drop in debt occur? It happened because SIU negotiators, seeing trouble ahead unless the unfunded past service liability was reduced, persuaded management to place $1.50 per man per day at sea into a debt-retirement fund. This meant that approximately $5 million a year was being spent toward strengthening the pension program for the future. Unfunded Past Service Pension Liability (Debt) 500 _ 466 469 400 300 304 200 100 i 1965 SIU 1966 NMU Source: U.S. Department of Labor Page 16 1967 30,000 29 28.5 i 25,000 22 20 000 15,000 10,000 5,000 1965 19( NMU' Millions of dollars 460 Active 1968 SIU's unfunded past service liability will take a' jump of an estimated $70 million as the new provi­ sion making full pensions available to those with 20 years of seatime at age 55 goes into effect. This will bring the fund's debt to approximately $150 million. But SIU negotiators, in bargaining for the new "20at-55" retirement, gained a contribution of $2.08 a day for each man at sea. Included in this amount is 33 cents that will go directly toward paying off the additional unfunded past service liability that came with the new benefit. That 33 cents, plus the $1.50 previously set aside to reduce the unfunded past service liability, means $6 million a year will be paid toward debt retiremwit; At that rate, the debt could be eliminated in 25 years. This is considered sound financing among pension programs. "Pension Plans Under Collective Bargaining, a Reference Guide for Trade Unions," which is pub­ lished by the AFL-CIO, ^ays that: "The common practice is i o write past service . liability off in about 30 years." The NMU has not set aside any funds to reduce their skyrocketing debt which stands as a threat against the pensions of those who are now retired and those who plan to retire in the future. In fact, the $5.5-million assessment levied by the NMU pension fund last month against NMU-contracted ship operators indicates that their pension program is having a difficult time staying afloat. The NMU Pilot has often displayed in headlines impressive figures as being the amount "in reserve for future pension benefits." NMU's "Accrued Liability' What the Pilot did not report were the current un­ funded past service liability figure and the total "ac­ crued liability." Accrued liability is similar to "unfunded past serv­ ice liability" except that it includes, in addition, the amount of money it will cost to pay off the full pen­ sions of all Seamen who are now on retirement. �rative Study: SlU vs NMU t Members 29 27.5 26.5 m 24 23 I 1967 1968 in spite of the blow when the passenger ships were arbitrarily laid up and the serious effect it had on the man-days of employment and thus on the con­ tributions to the Plan, that we were still strong and the Trustees were doing all they can do to assure all pensioners that the pensions were and would re­ main secure." How does the SIU pension fund stack up by com­ parison? Using the 1968 report to the federal government, the SIU would have been able to assure all p>ensioners on the rolls at that time their pension for life at a cost of $33,563,000. The SIU had in available cash $33,371,000, or less than $200,000 short of what it would have cost to guarantee full payment of all pen­ sioners for life. By Nov. 30, 1969—after the SIU began setting aside funds to reduce its debt—the cost of paying full pensions for life to all Seafarers on pension had gone up to $38,550,000. The union on the same date had assets—cash, plus bonds and stock that could be im­ mediately converted to cash—of $43,863,000, or more than $5 million above the amount that would have been needed to guarantee forever the pension of every retired SIU member. Why the Difference? Anyone can reasonably ask why the SIU pension fund is relatively secure while the NMU fund is floundering. These are some of the reasons: • The number of SIU members covered by the pension fund grew from 22,000 in 1965 to 26,500 in 1968—as reported to the U.S. government. The num­ ber of SIU members drawing pensions grew from 785 to 1,258 in the same period. This means that in 1968, 25,242 working Seafarers were contributing to the pension fund that was pay­ ing retirement checks to 1,258 men. • Federal reports filed by the NMU for the same period show that the number of NMU members dropped from 29,000 in 1965 to 27,500 in 1968. But the number of pensioners grew from 4,437 in 1965 to 9,469 three years later. This means that in 1968, 18,031 working NMU Seamen were contributing to a pension fund which was paying retirement benefits to 9,469. Put another way, the SIU in 1968 had 20 men working—and contributing to the pension fund—^for each Seafarer on pension. The NMU, at the same time, had fewer than two men working—and contributing to the pension fund— for each Seaman on pension. This ratio has grown worse in the past two years. The NMU Pilot reported in August that the union had 11,354 pensioners on July 1, 1970. • The NMU failed to plan for the future. ITiere were adequate signs years ago that the passenger liners were in danger of being laid up. Instead of gearing their pension program to withstand the loss of the thousands of pension fund-contributing jobs, the NMU risked the stability of their pension plan by providing a level of benefits too high to be supported by the amount of money going into the pension fund. Ibese benefits now appear to be in grave danger. The full impact of the loss of the liners has yet to be felt. Many of the thousands of jobs on the liners were held by long-term NMU veterans who either qualified for pension or are nearing the point where their service will permit them to take their pensions. The SIU was spared the unfortunate jolt that crip­ pled the NMU, when the passenger liners were put out of operation. • The NMU, along with other seafaring unions, has been losing additional jobs with the decline of the nation's foreign-trade freighter fleet. While the NMU ignored the storm signals in its area, the SIU planned with caution, holding back on programs that would jeopardize the right of Seafarers to receive what they had been promised—^both now and in the decades to come. The SIU recognized the warning issued in the AFLCIO pension plan handbook which says: "In an industry subject to rapid technological change and automation, in which it can be antici­ pated that the number of employees will sub­ stantially be reduced in the future, the effect upon the financing of a pension plan will be similar, if not as catastrophic, as going out of business." Source: U.S. Department of Labor The last year for which those figures are available is 1968. And, as taken from the report of the NMU's own actuaries—or pension financing experts—they showed this: • An accrued liability—the amount of money that would be needed to completely pay for all NMU pen­ sions being drawn at that time plus the cost of bring­ ing up to date the pension credits for those on the job—of $628,795,500. • A cash fund of $159,785,200—a figure that NMU calls "reserves" but which actually is only the cash that could be mustered at the time toward pay­ ing the accrued liability of $628,795,500 that is out­ standing. Under the column showing the debts of the NMU pension fund is the listing "Pensioners." Following it is the figure $269,033,200. This represents the amount of money the fund would need just to pay the future cost of the pensions for those who in 1968 were re­ ceiving pension checks. In other words, the "reserves" referred to so often by the NMU Pilot were, in 1968, a little more than half the amount of money needed to pay for the pen­ sions of the retirees at that time. Again, according to the NMU's own experts, it would have taken $296,033,200 to pay for the pensions of those alseady re­ tired in 1968. And the NMU had, at that time, "re­ serves" of $159,785,200. Had the NMU pension fund folded, there would not have been nearly enough money in 1968 to pay for the pensions of those who were then on retirement. This, in turn, means that the thousands of NMU Seamen at work and earning the cash being placed in the pension fund would have been left with nothing. Curran Shows Concern The president Of the NMU, Joseph Curran, indicated his concern for the health of the NMU pension plan in the August, 1970 issue of the NMU Pilot. After he and a group of trustees for the NMU Pension and Welfare Plan had visited retired members in Den­ mark, England and Spain, Curran wrote: "We made it quite clear to these pensioners that September 1970 Number of Pensioners Pensioners 12,000^ 11.354 10^ 10,00C 9^ 8,000 im 6,000 5673 4437 4,000 2,000 i 1965 SIU 1966 I 1967 1^ 1968 .1445 1 1969 July 1 1970 NMU Source: 1965-1968: U.S. Department of Labor NMU data 1969—July I, 1970: NMU Pilot Page 17 -It) �SEAFARERS^LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO Jobs, Pensions On Line in Fight To Save Fleet The SIU's long campaign to bring federal assistance to the American-flag merchant fleet has a direct bearing on pensions. Without ships, there are no jobs. Without jobs, there will be no pensions. A recent report from the Senate Commerce Committee tells of the problem facing all American seamen working the foreign trade routes. There were a total of 56,700 jobs aboard all American-flag vessels in the foreign trade last year. This number will drop to under 34,000 by 1974, regardless of what happens, the commit­ tee's report said. Should no new ships be constructed by 1980, the total number of jobs available in this fleet will dwindle to 22,300. If ships are built at the recent 10-ships-a-year level during this decade, 28,400 men will be working aboard the American-flag merchant fleet servicing the international trade by 1980. Should the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 be passed, and if its recommendation that 30 ships a year be constructed in each of the next 10 years is placed in effect, employment by 1980 is estimated at 39,100. While this still represents a drop of nearly a third from the number of jobs available in 1969, the committee's report shows that employment will be increasing at the end of this decade if the program encompassed in the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 is carried out. Aid for Domestic Trade The bill would also give help to operators in the domestic trade. Those who service the noncontiguous routes—^from and be­ tween Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam and the mainland United States—as well as the old and near-dormant Great Lakes fleet, would receive tax assistance to construct new ships. The bulk carriers, many of them operators with SIU contracts, would be in a position to take full advantage of the shipbuilding program. They are starved for modem ships. And they have held back construction because they have been denied the subsidies that have been available to the liner operators since 1936. A Senate Commerce Committee report published just last month showed that only one of all 50 American-flag bulk carriers is under 20 years old. And 20 years is considered to be a vessel's effective economic lifetime—the time in which a ship can be profitably operated. Competing against our old, small fleet of rusting bulk carriers is a growing armada of foreign-flag bulk ships—some 2,556 of them. Two thirds of these foreign-flag bulk carriers—1,700 ships —are under 10 years of age. While the figures are less overwhelming, the same general pat­ tern holds true in the American-flag freighter and tanker fleets. All this means that there is a huge job to be done for the United States to have a first-class fleet in world commerce, a fleet that will provide more jobs and greater opportunity for Seafarers. The SIU's political action program, through the SPAD, is aimed directly at getting laws that will protect and improve the merchant marine. SPAD supports candidates who support laws that will provide more jobs for Seafarers. And it is jobs that will guarantee the stability and provide the funds to improve the SIU pension plan in the future. Old sails, like Sam Spivak (above), have their pensions guaranteed for life because of the financial sound­ ness of the SIU's AGLIW District Pension Flan. The pensions of future retirees will he assured through the contributions made by the trainees at the Harry Lundeherg School of Seamanship which the union operates to prepare young men for careers at sea. The young Seafarers, in addition to paying for their own pension benefits, contribute to retiring the "unfunded past service liability" debt—contributions that add a safety factor to the pensions of those who are yet to retire. When Pension Plans Fail,.. There are 33,000 pension plans in the country. They cov­ er 30 million people, and they have $126 billion in cash. And many of them fail. .The Associated Press, in a series of stories developed earlier this year, noted that "... thousands of Americans retire only to discover they'll get no money from the plans they may have worked under for years." Thomas R. Donahue, as As­ sistant Secretary of Labor dur­ ing the Johnson Administration, testified before a Senate Labor Committee: 'Utterly Indefensible' "In all too many cases the pension promise shrinks to this: 'If you remain in good health and stay with the same com­ pany until you arc 65 years old, and if the company is still, in business, and if you haven't been laid off for too long a period, and if there's enough money in the fund, and that money has been prudently man­ aged, you will get a pension.' Projected Foreign Trade Fleet in 1980 Under Current& Proposed Building Programs Shown in Modern Ship Equivalents M. tf i«k •pptrtiilties 60,000,- 50,000 40,000 30,000 39,100 M NCR CMstrietio eiirreit 10 ship pr«cr» prtpMtil 30 ship pragra 20,000 10,000 1969- 70 71 72 Saarea: Saaata Caaiaiarca Caaiailttaa P'ige 18 73 74 75 76 77 78, 79 80 "It is utterly indefensible in a society as affluent as ours that an individual's economic secu­ rity in his later years should rest on an incredible list of 'ifs' and 'maybes,'" Donahue declared. While pension plan failures usually occur among small em­ ployers, workers in large com­ panies are not immune. Several hundred workers lost their jobs last month when the Crane Co. closed its plant in Trenton, N.J. Their pension program pro­ vided a paid-up annuity for em­ ployees who reached the age of 65 and otherwise qualified for a pension. With the closing of the plant, the pension plan lapsed. Many of the workers are elderly, but even those at age 64 are now being told they will get no pension. Closing of the Studebaker plant in South Bend, Ind., brought the largest single ter­ mination of pensions in recent years. The Studebaker pension agreement had been negotiated with the United Auto Workers. The "assets" in the plan at the time the plant went imder were sufficient to provide bene­ fits for those 60 or older with at least 10 years of service. Pension Cut, Eiiminatei] After they were taken care of, there remained only enough money to provide 15 percent of the earned value of their bene­ fits to workers with 10 or more years of service, and who were between the, ages of 40 and 59. The rest of the workers got nothing. Pensioners in a union-man­ agement pension plan covering a hat manufacturing group in New York City last year had their pensions cut to $20 a month—a blow that was fol­ lowed by the complete suspen­ sion of payments for a year. The pension and welfare plan of the United Mine Work­ ers Union has bounded up and down with the industry, since it has been dependent on the amount of coal mined. Opera­ tors pay a certain fee for each ton of coal brought to the sur­ face. When coal demand has been heavy, the plan remained stable. When the amount of coal mined slacked off, the fund suffered. Funds for the SIU pension plan have a cushion since the dollars required to support it come from several companies. This gives the added advantage of portability—meaning that a Seafarer can leave one SIUcontracted operator and go to work for another and his pen­ sion credits continue. But the pension fund will re­ main only as healthy as the ability of the combined com­ panies to pay the cost. SIU has been fortunate. While its deep sea employment has dropped 20 percent in the past four years, employment in other affected areas has re­ mained constant or increased. The NMU has been un­ fortunate. The lay-up of the passenger liners is cutting deep into the ability of the NMU ship operators' ability to pay, and is causing a larger jshare of the burden to be placed upon fewer jobs. And the NMU operators, like those who have contracts with the SIU, have had a decline in jobs because of the shrinkage of the American-flag foreigntrade frei^ter fleet. �GREAT LAKES TUG AND DIWDGE PENSION FUND Part rV—Section A Statement of Assets and Liabilities Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Plan FUe No. WP-157217 For Year Beginning April 1, 1969, and ending March 31, 1970 275 30th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 ASSETS ' ANNUAL REPORT For the fiscal year ended March 31, 1970 H. fo the SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE of the STATE OF NEW YORK The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general information as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. For a more comprehensive treatment, refer to the Annual Statement, copies of which may be inspected at the offioe of the fund, or at the New York State Insur­ ance Department, 55 John Street, New York, New York 10038. STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE (RESERVE FOR FUTURE BENEFITS) ADDITIONS TO FUND BALANCE Item 1. Gontributions: (Exclude amounts entered in Item 2) $ 133,223.91 (a) Employer (Schedule 1) 49,054.26 (b) Employee (c) Other (Specify) (d) Total Contributions 2. Dividends and Experience Rating Refunds from Insurance* Companies 3. Investment Income: (a) Interest 44,024.38 (b) Dividends 26,056.92 (c) Rents (d) Other (Specify) (e) Total Income from Investments 4. Profit of disposal of investments 5. Increase by adjustment in asset values of invest­ ments 6. Other Additions: (Itemize) (a) (b) (c) Total Other Additions 7. Total Additions [i 8. 9. 10. 11. 3! 12. I 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. J • DEDUCTIONS FROM FUND BALANCE Insurance and Annuity Premiums to Insurance Carriers and to Service Organizations (In­ cluding Prepaid Medical Plans) ; Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Sepa­ rately Maintained Fund Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Benefits to Participants (Attach latest operating state­ ment of the Organization showing detail 'of administrative expenses, supplies, fees, etc.) Payments or Contract Fees Paid to Independent Organizations or Individuals Providing Plan Benefits (Clinics, Hospitals, Doctors, etc.) .... Administrative Expenses: (a) Salaries (Schedule 2) 12,707.07 (b) Allowances, Expenses, etc. (Schedule 2) .... 2,536.80 (c) Taxes 595.69 (d) Fees and Commissions (Schedule 3) 8,246.39 (e) Rent 1,474.88 (f) Insurance Premiums 174.17 (g) Fidelity Bond Premiums 31.00 (h) Other Administrative Expenses (Specify) See attachment 12,529.51 (i) Total Adiministrative Expenses Loss on disposal of investments Decrease by adjustment in assQt values of in­ vestments Other Deductions: (Itemize) (a) , (b) (c) Total Other Deductions Total Deductions RECONCILEMENT OF FUND BALANCE Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits at Beginning of Year) Total Additions During Year (Item 7) $ 277,673.94 Total Deductions During Year (Item 16) 98,912.43 Total Net Increase (Decrease) Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at end of Year (Item 14, Statement of Assets and Liabilities) , $ 182,278.17 70,081.30 25,314.47 $ 277,673.94 LIABILITIES Insurance and annuity premiums payable Unpaid claims (Not covered by insurance) Accounts payable Accrued expenses 13. Other liabilities (Specify) Unapplied contribu­ tions ' . 1,442,625.63 14. Reserve for future benefits Total Liabilities and Reserves $1,442,625.63 1-5. End of Reporting Year $ 27,670.27 250.83 253,177.13 465,866.77 200,890.95 674,070.99 $1,621,946.94 9. 10. 11. 12. $ 41,759.95 559.80 1,621,387.14 $1,621,946.94 ' The assets listed in this statement must be valued on the basis regularly used in valuing investments held in the fund and reported to the U.S. Treasury Department, or shall be valued at their aggregate cost or present value, whichever is lower, if such a statement is not so re­ quired to be filed with th U.S. Treasury Deparment, Deductions from Fund Balance Item 12(h)—Other Administrative Expenses Stationery, supplies and printing Postage, express and freight Telephone and telegraph Equipment rental Employee benefits Miscellaneous Repairs and maintenance Tabulating service Microfilming Dues and subscriptions Miscellaneous Trustees' meetings expense 38,295.51 18,856.97 $ 3,401.98 186.17 ! 275.85 599.77 744.64 716.43 60.89 6,313.97 129.18 15.34 85.29 $12,529.51 Page 4 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE GRW7.^KES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION FUND STATE OF SS. COUNTY OF .and , $ 98,912.43 Trustees of the Fund and affirm, .under the penalties of perjury that the contents of this Annual Report are.true and hereby subscribe thereto. $1,442,625.63 178,761.51 $1,621,387.14 Part IV Part IV data for trust or other sepuvtely maintained fund are to be completed for a plan involving a trust or other separately maintained fund. It abo is to be completed for a plan which: (1) Has incurred expenses other than: (a) Payments for unfunded benefits or (b) Insurance or annuity premiums or subscription charges paid to an insur­ ance carrier or service or other organization; or (2) Has assets other than: (a) Insurance or annuity contracts or (b) Contributions in the process of payment or collection. * September 1970 End of Item Prior Year 1. Cash $ 26,754.53 2. Receivables: a. Contributions: (See Item 18) (1) Employer (2) Other (Specify) b. Dividends or experience rating refunds c. Other (Specify) Accrued interest paid on bonds purchased 112.67 3. Investments: (Other than real estate) a. Bank deposits at interest and deposits or shares in savings and loan associations .... b. Stocks: (1) Preferred 83,517.18 (2) Common 562,136.42 c. Bonds and debentures: (1) Government obligations: (a) Federal 95,115.54 (b) State and municipal (2) Foreign government obligations (3) Nongovernment obligations 674,989.29 d. Common Trusts: (1) (Identify) (2) (Identify) e. Subsidiary organizations (See Instructions).. (Identify and indicate percentage of owner­ ship by this Plan in the subsidiary) (1) % (2) % 4. Real estate loans and mortgages 5. Loans and Notes Receivable: (Other than real estate) a. Secured b. Unsecured 6. Real Estate: a. Operated b. Other real estate 7. Other Assets: a. Accrued income b. Prepaid expenses ; c. Other (Specify) $1,442,625.63 .8. Total Assets Others Qndlcate titles): Page 19 �Farm Workers Battlmg for Better Life Salinas, Calif. And suddenly it was all a matter of pen and ink. All the indignity, the suffer­ ing, the humiliation of this na­ tion's agricultural workers were now reduced to signatures on a contract. One of the signa­ tures would be that of Cesar Chavez, the doughty fighter for betterment of the lives of farm workers. The other would be­ long to a representative of In­ ter-Harvest, one of the largest vegetable growers in Califor­ nia's Salinas Valley. The signatures would me^n that Cesar Chavez, the inspira­ tional leader of the United Farm Workers Organizing Committee, had achieved an­ other small breakthrough in the resistance of growers to the fact of change. That change is the desire for living wages, decent housing and ho|>e for the future among California's largely MexicanAmerican farm workers. The change, mostly attributable to Chavez, has not been easy. For farm workers have not yet received their LaFollette Seamen's Act. There is no un­ employment comf>ensation, no minimum welfare standards, no workmen's compensation for injuries and no recognition of grievance by the National La­ bor Relations Board. Right now there is only Ce­ sar. He is the product of genera­ Trainees Off To First Ship Class 48 Ships Out Page 20 tions of unsuccessful at­ tempts — attempts almost al­ ways marked by violence—to organize farm workers. Tongs Formed The attempts began in the 1880s with Chinese migrants who formed themselves into the infamous "Tongs." The Tongs were so insulated from one an­ other that their disunity was often used by growers to pro­ mote hostility between them and more time was spent in in­ ternecine warfare than in or­ ganization. In 1905 workers in the Mid­ west and West formed the In­ dustrial Workers of the World—the Wobblies. At their national convention in San Di­ ego in 1912 lawless gangs of growers and their henchmen, aroused by attempts at union­ izing field hands, herded the Wobblies into pens where they where systematically pum­ melled with clubs, blackjacks and whips. Ten years later, IWW orga­ nizers went to jail for life after two workers died in riots in Wheatland, Calif. And three more died in 1933 when grow­ ers ambushed cotton pickers at a union hall. The path leading to Cesar's breakthrough started after World War II with the forma­ tion of the National Farm La­ borers Union. They organized the cotton workers in Califor­ nia and were organizing share­ croppers in Arkansas when growers drove them from the fields by importing Mexican labor—braceros. The growers continued to ex­ ploit the Mexican migrant workers until I9d4 when the then Secretary of Labor W. Willard Wirtz declared the "temporary" law that permitted the bracero movement to start had expired. Almost immediately the AFL-CIO Agricultural Work­ ers Organizing Committee be­ gan to work. AWOC struck the Delano vineyards on Sept. 9, 1965. At first it seemed fu­ tile since most of the MexicanAmerican workers belonged to an unaffiliated union—the Na­ tional Farm Workers Associa­ tion. Their leader, a thin man with a sunny smile, was Cesar Chavez. Chavez waited one week, and on Sept. 16, 1965—Mexi­ can Independence Day — cast his lot with the strike. Out of that was born the UFWOC. Since those first days of uni­ ty, Chavez has marched his chicano followers up the broad and fertile Imperial Valley to Sacramento to plead for justice. He staged a hunger fast and still suffers from its effects. He and his followers, backed by the famous grape boycott, stood the Delano grape grow­ ers (Ml their collective ears, un­ til, one by one, they signed union ccMitracts. SIU Representative Mike Sacco congratulates the graduating Class 46 at the Harry Lundeherg School of Seamanship at Piney Point as they prepare to leave for New York to go aboard their first ship. From left; James Sellers, David Green, Mike Wood, Edward Silvers, Sacco, Pat Knox, John Botts and Alvin McKants. HLSS President Robert Matthews, center, and Lifeboat Instructor John Shields, left, hid farewell to graduate trainees of Class 48 as the group prepares to leave Piney Point to work aboard their first ship. From left are Shields, Darrell Lawshe, William Enz, David Rine, Jeff Blackwell, John Richardson, Willie Bridges, Matthews, Jesus Gomez, David Taylor, Larry Smith and Caldwell Sabb. -1 Farm Workers Reap Fruits of Unionism Now the California grape pickers receive: • Wages of $1.90 an hour, up from $1 and $1.05 a year ago, plus a piece work rate on top of that. • Growers now contribute to an economic development fund which will provide de­ cent, low-cost housing. • Health and welfare clinics are sprouting where the mi­ grants live. • Schools for workers' chil­ dren are being built from grow­ ers' contributions. Uphill Path It's not been easy, and the path for Cesar is still uphill. Men of conviction are still pay­ ing the price in pain. During the most recent ef­ fort with the California vege­ table crops, roadbl(x:ks in the path were thrown up not cjnly ' by growers—that was expect­ ed—but also by the powerful Teamsters Union. Afraid of Chavez and the men who stand with him under the sign of the black thunderbird, growers signed a "sweet­ heart" contract with the Team­ sters. No elections or card checks were held. The growers just signed contracts. Cesar replied by calling the 10,000 vegetable workers out on strike. The Teamsters coun­ tered with pickets of their own. Finally, Chavez and the Teamsters signed a pact which left the fields to the UFWOC and the packing plants to the Teamsters. That ciid not mean victory. Jerry Cohen, general counsel for the UFWOC, suffered a brain concussion when he was set upon by a rancher's hired agents. Cesar pushed on. And when Inter-Harvest re­ alized he would not quit, they sought to come to terms. And suddenly it was all reduced to pen and ink. Chavez, however, is the first to say that the job of farm organizing will not stop with the Salinas Valley vegetable men. He continues to campaign for the rights of farm workers wherever they suffer the old in­ dignities and despair. Judging by his record so far, they won't suffer long. USIA Kills' Story On Form Workers Despite the benefits they accrued for the workers in the California grape industry, Cesar Chavez and the AFL-CIO Farm Workers apparently don't rate any good publicity from the United States Information Agency. The leadership of the USIA recently cancelled a picturestory about the Farm Workers and their struggles. The "kill" order on the publication, which had already been sent to USIA posts overseas, was issued by Assistant Director Kenneth Towery. Towery was blunt in the explanation of his actions: "I don't think we should take sides in a domestic controversy. I killed the story. It was a puff job for Chavez." The 24-page USIA "photo bulletin" had already been sent to 118 countries before it was killed. The editor of the publication, Joseph Principato, defend­ ed the article, saying, "I thought the Chavez story was a good one. I thought it showed that through legal and non­ violent means a man of little education and influence can really make a lot of difference in people's lives." Towery said a new version of the story was being pre­ pared. �Activities Continue at Piney Point CLA'JOE "SONWr SIMMONS I Norman Smith, outstanding grad of Life­ boat Class 52, receives wristwatch and con­ gratulations from Instructor John Shields. /* I ife at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship ac Piney Point, Md., is often hectic and always busy. Classes graduate and new classes start training—^young men training for careers at sea aboard American-flag vessels. They undergo instruction for a 12-week period before going aboard their first ship. A routine day at HLSS might include exhaustive instruction in the intricacies of the engine plant of a typical ship, or safety procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency. There are lectures by SIU officials on the workings and ramifications of the union and practical experience to be gained by on one of the ships owned by the school. The training program constantly proves its effective­ ness by graduating the finest seamen sailing the world's oceans. Graduates of Lifeboat Class 51 are, kneeling from left, Mike Wall, Bill Cook, Bob Cicala, John Sclease, Jose Novas, Mike Lawrence, Earl Jentoff, Mike Ortiz and Mike Beed. Second row, Charles Rogers, Bruce .Hendrik, Arnie Gonzalez, Charles Rodriguez, Joe Miles, Boh Ware, Fred Pohlman, Larry Graham, George Moore and Instructor Paul Veralopulo. Back row. Bob Miller, Larry Engleman, Charles Perkins, Doug Spencer, John Rokicki, Terry Parker, James Kuchta, Ken Powell and Qem Colgan. j. . SIU Safety Director Joe Algina discusses lifeboat launching procedures as a group of trainees prepare to put a boat over the side as part of their minimum 30-hours of practical lifeboat training. 1 l< * Instructor John Shields presents a wristwatch to trainee Chip Moorefield, out­ standing graduate of Lifeboat Class 53. $- Lifeboat Class 52 graduated 21 young trainees shown above on the deck of the S. Y. Dauntless. Kneel­ ing, from left, are Doug Smith, Charles Andres, Billy Lincoln and John Leach. In the middle row are Leo Pouncey, Jim Kirkland, Larry Miller, Jim Hall, Norman Smith, Ronnie Harvell and Jim AIford. Back row. Boh Salley, Dennis Hansen, Dennis Metcalf, Clyde Clark, Randy DeCost, Rex Sherwell, Spurgeon Simpson, Jr., Tyrone Leo, Mai Christian, James Harper, and Instructor John Shields. I Lifeboat Class 53 poses after completion of course. Kneeling, from left, are Rich Burkett, Marv Royster, Clem Tillman, John Zekos, Charles Holmes, Kevin Hare, Ed Orsi, Dan Lacaze and Cecil Beverly. Second row. Gene Alexander, Harry Piccariello, Ray Lott, Mark Worzel, Mike Bethune, Wayne Sechser, Archie Tuten, Bob Higgins, Mike McGee, Bob Harris, Bob Smith and Instructor John Shields. Back row, Shelton Conarroe, Rich Freeman, Tom Brophy, Phil Baldwin, Jim Ferguson, Pete Stanger, Chip Moorefield, Everett Cox and Phil Nerges. it SIU Secretary-Treasurer A1 Kerr talks to trainees during a union education meeting. Kerr spent several days at tite scliool meeting tlie future Seafarers and observing their training program. At Kerr's left are Bill Hall, HLSS director of training, and Paul McGaham, deputy training director. HLSS President Robert Mat­ thews (left) looks over Wright's Official History of the Spanish-American War in the school's library. The rare his­ torical volume was presented to the school by Seafarer Skippy Guszczynsxy. September 1970 Page 21 �Digest of SiU Ships Meetings SACRAMENTO (Ogden), June 21—Chairman, William P. Link; Secretary, Darrell G. Chafin. Every­ thing running smoothly. No beefs and no disputed OT. TRANSCOLORADO (Hudson Waterways), June 21—Chairman, John Urzan; Secretary, Alipio Trujillo; Deck Delegate, Frank Rodri­ guez, Jr.; Engine Delegate, C. Emertziadis; Steward Delegate, Martin Iturrino. $31 in ship's fund. No beefs and no disputed OT. Vote of thanks extended to steward de­ partment for job well done. ROBIN HOOD (Moore-McCormack), July 19—Chairman, J. Jus­ tus; Secretary, Aussie Shrimpton; Deck Delegate, W. R. Addington; Engine Delegate, P. Pappas; Stew­ ard Delegate, Charles J. Hickox. $13 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in each department. STEEL VENDOR (Isthmian), July 24—Chairman, Robert A. Lord; Secretary, George W. Gib­ bons; Deck Delegate, Norbert Prats; Engine Delegate, Granville W Davis; Steward Delegate, Rob­ ert J. Liegel. Everything running smoothly with no beefs and no disputed OT. BEAUREGARD (Sea-Land), July 26—Chairman and Deck Delegate, B. Hager; Secretary, Joseph Wila- szak; Engine Delegate, Alfred R. Fry; Steward Delegate, Joseph Keams. No beefs and no disputed OT. DE SOTO (Waterman), June 14—Chairman, Joseph D. Blanchard; Secretary, J. F. Castronover. $5.75 in ship's fund. No beefs and no disputed OT. STEEL SURVEYOR (Isthmian), July 29—Chairman, Vernon Poulson; Secretary, John C. Reed; Deck Delegate, Gordon Bradford; Engine Delegate, Robert Ellenson; Stew­ ard Delegate, Wm. R. Maginder. $8.50 in ship's fund. No beefs re­ ported by department delegates. Vote of thanks to entire steward department for job well done. CALMAR (Calmar), Aug. 2— Chairman, Leo Koza; Secretary, Howard Flynn. Everything running smoothly with no beefs and no dis­ puted OT. PRODUCER (Marine Carriers), Aug. 9—Chairman, P. H. Green­ wood; Secretary, T. Conway; Deck Delegate, James Robinson; Engine Delegate, N. M. Benz; Steward Delegate, M. Lambert. No beefs reported by department delegates. Vote of thanks extended to steward department for job well done. COLUMBIA BANKER (Colum­ bia), July 19—Chairman, V. A. Vanzenella; Secretary, J. Calhoun. Ship sailed short one man in deck department. Some disputed OT in engine department. No beefs. VORKMAR (Calmar), Aug. 17— Chairman, Salvatore Sbriglio; Sec­ retary, John R. Marshall; Deck Delegate, T. O. Foster; Engine Delegate, J. McDonald; Steward Delegate, Stanlfey A. Woycik. Every­ thing running smoothly. BUCKEYE VICTORY (Buckeye), Aug. 14—Chairman, Anthony Barnes; Secretary, W. J. Geamy; Deck Delegate, A. W. Reynolds; Engine Delegate, W. J. Geamy. No disputed OT and no beefs. CHICAGO (Sea-Land), Aug. 3— Chairman, Walte Sibley; Secretary, B. B. Henderson; Deck Delegate, D. H. McKinney. Very good trip with no major beefs. $24 in ship's fund. ROBIN SHERWOOD (MooreMcCormack), July 18—Chairman, H. S. Lee; Secretary, P. S. Holt. No beefs and no disputed OT re­ ported by department delegates. STEEL APPRENTICE (Isthmi­ an), July 26—Chairman, David D. Backrak; Secretary, Paul P. Lopez; Deck Delegate. Walter G. Butterson; Engine Delegate, Michael Lesko; Steward Delegate, Alvin C. OLander. $30 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck and engine de­ partments. Ten New Lifeboafmen After attending the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in New York and passing the Coast Guard Exam, 10 more Seafarers re­ ceived lifeboat endorsements. From left in the front row are Vincent Maroney, Alea Miller, Fred Wilkison, Edward Everett and Juan Antonio. Standing are SIU Instructor Lenny Decker, Lyman Shepard, Frank Flores, Donald Meder, James Herbert and Geraldo Morales. Pull Books Received A proud and happy group of eight Seafarers received their full books at the July membership meeting at the New York hall. Seated from left are; Ronald Jones, Thomas Spangler, Rafael Bonefont, John Shields and Paulino Flores. Standing.are Jack Smithey, Harry Moore and Ralph Moore. Page 22 OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Overseas), Aug. 10—Chairman, Malcolm Cross; Secretary, Mike Dunn; Deck Delegate, Ralph C. Taylor; Engine Delegate, Robert Young; Steward Delegate, Amo Larson. Chairman to see patrolman regarding inadequate launch service in Empire Louisiana. FAIRPORT (Waterman), Aug. 11—Chairman, A. Parek; Secretary, Ralph Collier; Deck Delegate, Robert Livermore; Steward Dele­ gate, William Gonzalez. No beefs and no disputed OT. MONTPELIER VICTORY (Vic­ tory Carriers), Aug. 13—Chairman, Jack Bentz; Secretary, J. E. Higgins; Deck Delegate, John Bertolino; Steward Delegate, Leslie P. Shattuck. $37.75 in ship's fund. Disputed OT in deck and engine department to be taken up with patrolman. Vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment for job well done. TRANSIDAHO (Hudson Water­ ways), Aug. 6—Chairman, Robert F. Mackert; Secretary, William T. Rose; Deck Delegate, John Wilson; Engine Delegate, M. Thomas; Stew­ ard Delegate, Ralph Nay. Two men hospitalized in Bremerhaven. Some disputed OT in deck department. No beefs reported. CITRUS PACKER (Waterman), Aug. 8—Chairman, J. McDougall; Secretary, G. Marzett; Deck Dele­ gate, Max H. Higgason; Engine Delegate, J. Sanders; Steward Dele­ gate, Warren Lewis. Some disputed OT in each department to be brought to attention of boarding patrolman. Some minor beefs pointed out and discussed by stew­ ard department. STEEL ARCHITECT (Isthmian), Aug. 2—Chairman, Charles D'Amico; Secretary, Thomas Williams; Deck Delegate, James C. Collins; Engine Deegate, Reidar M. Nielsen; Steward Delegate, Claiborne Jeter. $20 in ship's fund. No beefs and no disputed OT. Steward department doing very good job trying to make this a happy ship. Vote of thqnks extended to steward department. BUCKEYE ATLANTIC (Buck­ eye), July 19—Chairman, L, W. Cartwright; Secretary, J. S. Stevens; Deck Delegate, F. W. Legg; En­ gine Delegate, V. Whitney; Steward Delegate, James O. Stanley. Some disputed OT in engine and steward departments to be taken up with boarding patrolman. Deck and Steward departments extended vote of thanks to. first assistant engineer for job well done. DEL SUD (Delta), Aug. 21— Chairman, J. Procell; Secretary, P. Blanchard; Engine Delegate, A. J. Clement; Steward Delegate, John Denais. Few hours disputed OT in deck and engines departments. Everything else running smoothly. Vote of thanks extended to all dele­ gates for job well done. DEL SOL (Delta), Aug. 16— Chairman, Claude Webb; Secretary, Charles Shirah; Deck Delegate, John Turk, Jr.; Steward Delegate, Joseph Gagliano. $17 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck and en­ gine departments. Vote of thanks extended to steward department for job well done. STEEL DE.SIGNER (Isthmian), Aug. 9—Chairman, K. Schluter; Secretary, Angel Seda. Everything running smoothly with no beefs and no disputed O'T. Various repairs to be taken care of. OVERSEAS EXPLORER (Mari­ time Overseas), Aug. 1—Chairman, J. Latapie; Secretary, R. M. Ken­ nedy. $14.75 in ship's fund. No beefs reported. Some disputed OT in engine department. BETkFLOR (Bethlehem Steel), Aug. 16—Chairman, B. G. Brown­ ing; Secretary, W. Reid; Engine Delegate, R. E. Jones. $9.10 in ship's fund. No beefs and no dis­ puted OT reported by department delegates. • VANTAGE HORIZON (Vancor), Aug. 9—Chairman, Frank R. Cottongin; Secretary, Pete Triantafillos; Deck Delegate, Jewel T. Dealing; Engine Delegate, Louis R. Pickhart; Steward Delegate, Gordon D. Wheeler. No beefs reported by de­ partment delegates. PENNMAR (Calmar), Aug. 16— Chairman, Carl Gibbs; Secretary, Claude Gamett, Jr.; Deck Delegate, William J. Emerson; Engine Dele­ gate, Paul R. Jordon; Steward Dele­ gate, John J. Breen. No beefs and no disputed OT. MOBILIAN (Waterman), Aug. 3—Chairman, John Cisiecki; Sec­ retary, John Meo; Deck Delegate, Robert Wagner; Engine Delegate, Edmund Pacheco; Steward Dele­ gate, B. H. Dane, Sr. No beefs, no disputed. OT. Everything running smoothly. Vote of thanks extended steward department for job well done. FAIRISLE (Panoceanic Tanker), July 26—Chairman, A. H. Ander­ son; Secretary, S. J. Davis; Engine Delegate, Michael Schwall; Steward Delegate, Quenton Broun. No beefs reported by department delegates. Vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment for job well done. FAIRISLE (Panoceanic Tanker), Aug. 22—Chairman, A. H. Ander­ son; Secretary, S. J. Davis; Engine Delegate, Michael Schwall; Steward Delegate, Quenton Broun. Ship on way to Yokohama, Japan. No beefs, no disputed OT. DELTA BRASIL (Delta), Aug. 9-r-Chairman, J. Thrasher; Secre­ tary, V. L. Swanson; Deck Dele­ gate, Steve Szants; Engine Delegate, Paul Thomas; Steward Delegate, Curtis Veozie. Motions submitted regarding vacation, retirement, wage increases. Few hours disputed QT in deck department. No beefs. ELIZABETHPORT (Sea-Land), Aug. 15—Chairman, W. Layton; Secretary, M. Bugawan. $180 in Movie Fund. No disputed OT re­ ported by department delegates. Vote of thanks to steward departfor job well done. BALTIMORE (Sea-Land), Aug. 22—Chairman, J. Delgado; Secre­ tary, Ken Hayes; Deck Delegate, K. Teschke; Engine Delegate, R. Evans; Steward Delegate, M. G. Ridgeway. Vote of thanks extended to 4-8 watch for cleaning messroom. Discussion held regarding contract negotiations. STEEL VENDOR (Isthmian), Aug. 25—Chairman, Kenneth C. Kitchen; Secretary, W. Gibbons; Deck Delegate, Robert A. Lord; Engine Delegate, G. W. Davis; Steward Delegate, Robert J. Liegel. Everything running smoothly with no beefs.-JAMES. (Ogden Marine), Aug. 23—Chairman, Francis D. Finch; Engine Delegate, Oliver N. Myers; Steward Delegate, James Pendergrass. No beefs and no disputed OT. COLUMBIA STAR (Columbia), Aug. 9—Chairman, Joe Ortiguerra; Secretary, E. E. Harris; Deck Dele­ gate, Lee Snodgrass; Engine Dele­ gate, Robert Sullivan; Steward Del­ egate, Juvenal Fernandes. Motion made to raise maintenance and cure payments to $21.50 a day. Motion m^e to send wire to headquarters backing Union officials in their legal dispute with U.S. Government. Car­ ried unanimously. JEFF DAVIS (Waterman), .Aug. 8—Chairman, W. Kuchta; Secre­ tary, R. Barker;, Deck Delegate, Lester Freebum. Vote of thanks to steward^ department for job well done. Everything running smoothly. Qflflfflrzire I txtt �The Link to Men at Sea: Ships' Committees I' erving as the connecting link between union business S ashore and Seafarers at sea is the five-man ship's com­ mittee aboard every SlU-contracted vessel. The commit­ tee consists of one elected delegate from each of the three shipboard departments, a ship's secretary-reporter, and the ship's chairman. The ship's chairman has the responsibility of calling a meeting of the ship's unlicensed crew every Sunday while the vessel is at sea. The purpose of the meeting is to dis­ cuss any and all matters which relate to the union, its programs and activities. TRANSOIST4RIO (Hudson Waterways)—The ship\s i-oniinitlee of the Transontario poses on deck. From left are: Ramond Perez, steward delegate; Efrain R. Sierra, engine delegate; A. T. Ruiz, ship's chair­ man ; F. Van Ijooy, secretary-reporter, and Pat Stone, deck delegate. With the assistance of the department delegates, any shipboard beefs can also be reviewed and handled at the Sunday meeting. h ii + It is the duty of the ship's secretary-reporter to keep in close touch with union headquarters via mail and to pass onto the crew any communications received from headquarters. He also forwards to headquarters a report of each shipboard meeting, including recommendations, beefs and actions taken. ^ci I' Mi:i k:i. f -kit The Seafarers aboard every SIU ship have the same right as those on the beach to be kept fully informed of all activities of their union, and to express themselves at any time during a shipboard meeting. The SIU ship's committee is the means by which this is accomplished. STEEL WORKER (Isthmian)—The Steel Worker docked at Brooklyn's Erie Basin after a voyage from India. The members of the committee were, from left: Conrad B. Taylor, engine delegate; Edward Parr, ship's chairman; James Bush, deck delegate; William Hand, secretary-re­ porter, and J. Craddwick, steward delegate. U r fi; EAGLE TRAVELER (Sea Transport (x>rp.)—^The ship's committee of the Eagle Traveler met in the crew's mess after the tanker docked at Bayonne, IV.J. They are, from left; A. W. Hutcherson, secretary-reporter; J. L. Bourgeois, ship's chairman; T. W. Brennan, deck delegate; Otto Mot­ ley, engine delegate, and J. W. White, steward delegate. i i" MIDLAKE (formerly York Agents, Inc.)—The Midlake's committee hold last meeting before payoff in a New York ho|el. The ship was registered under a foreign flag and the crewmembers flown home from Israel. Pictured from left are: Jorge Goto, deck delegate; B. L. Fowler, engine delegate; Orville Payne, secretary-reporter; Robert Boyd, steward delegate, and Ted Treddin, ship's chairman. ^i OVERSEAS VLLA (Maritime Overseas)—^The committee of the Overseas Vila got to­ gether on deck while awaiting payoff in Carteret, N.J. Pictured from left are: Donald M. King, steward delegate; Panagiotis Stavropoulos, secretary-reporter; James H. Parnell, deck delegate; William O'Connor, chairman, and CJiarles Bean, engine delegate. September 1970 Page 23 �Vacation Center First Year a Success s the shadows began to lengthen earlier in the after­ noon across the recreational areas of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point, Md., the last of the more than 200 vacationers—Seafarers and members of their families—started to pack and close out this first year of the SIU Vacation Center. By any standard, this first year was a success. There were a variety of activities to satisfy all interests; the families got along well together in the relaxed atmosphere of the Vacation Center; arid the weather was beautiful. But most important was the reaction of the vacation­ ers. Jose Aguiar, his wife Olga, and their son William spent two weeks at the Vacation Center. It was the fam­ ily's first real vacation together in many years. Jose, who has been sailing as able seaman and bosun wih the SIU for nearly 20 years, said it was the best time he had ever had. For Charles Larkin, who sails as fireman-oiler on the Great Lakes, the two weeks at the Vacation Center were a welcome opportunity to recuperate from a serious ill­ ness. Charlie had just returned home from a hospital in Detroit when his sister, niece, and three grandnephews persuaded him to make the trip to Piney Point. 'Tt was the best thing I could have done," he said. "I got plenty of rest and sun, and I feel better now than I have in a long, long time." For Joseph and Helen Falasca, the ten days at Piney Point was a chance to give their three children—and themselves—a vacation away from the heat and noise of New York City. "The kids really enjoyed themselves," Joe said. "There was plenty for them to do, and we never had to worry about them. It's the best vacation we've ever had." For John and Mary Ann McLaughlin, it was their first vacation together in 16 years, and the first time John was able to spend a vacation with his boys, Leo and Michael. "This was a vacation we are all going to remember," John said. "I can't remember a time when we all had such a good time together, and I'm sure coming back again next year." The SIU Vacation Center closed for the season Labor Day. A Retired Seafarer Richard Nash and his wife Rita spend a quiet hour in the late afternoon beside the pond at the SIU Vacation Center. A gaggle of geese inhabit the pond's shore. •• »«. w, ^ ~ •-I' — Picnic time is family fun time, and Bob Callis and family seem to be enjoying the Saturday evening cook-out in the secluded picnic grove. Retired Seafarer Lawrence Hogan and his wife Ada watch their grand­ children frolic in the pool at the SIU Vacation Center. The Hogans say the center "is the best we've ever seen." Crabbing is a popular pastime among vacationers at the SIU Center, and the waters around Piney Point yield some of the best hardshell crabs anywhere. Arthur "Knobby" Graf and Mrs. Graf try their luck. \ iM tiV i Ifi'piffi �Bernard Buchanan and Bernard, Jr. take to the woodland trails at the SIU Vacation Center. Buchanan mans the tugs of the C&O Railroad out of Newport News, Va. •f • '4 Grandaughter Anne Marie goes aboard the 65-foot yawl Manitou with an assist from Harry and Evelyn Luckey, as their daughter Beverly stands by. Daily sailing is a must at the center. Eugene Milanesi, one of the first Seafarers to retire under the SIU Disability Pension, looks over photo display with his wife Ann, and Eugene, Jr. it •j 4 <r if Joseph Mazurek is at the controls as he makes ready to take his family for an outing on the waters off St. George's Island. Power boats are available to the center's visitors. I*! 11' ;T ^4 ' Seafarer Otto Gugliotta and his wife, Cecelia enjoy the shuflleboard facilities at the Vacation Center. ,y V *S J .A, A lilj riftWT?!. ,4. . ' ' i^. - ' ' y r • ^ ' t, h. Is' • emre) ;r ^•'4 • • , . • .. •Ksm Dave Blonstein and his wife found many interesting photo scenes as they toured the Center's 49 acres. I-', September 1970 Page 25 �Food Highlight Of Newark Trip 'T^he containership Newark (Sea-Land) docked in A Port Elizabeth, NJ., recently after a trip from San Juan, P.R. Converted in 1968, the 497-foot long vessel has a capacity of 360 fully-loaded containers and a gross tonnage of 11,522 tons. She made the voyage in four days sailing time. Crew members said one of the highlights of the trip was the excellent food served by Chief Cook Rupert Jackson. The entire steward department received a "well done" from the crew. The Newark had a smooth payoff with only a few minor beefs when she docked. ''li i^vil ' r '5' •'J Messnian Joseph Simonetti stands by ready to lake an order as Louis Ramirez of the engine department scans the ship's menu. Felipe Aponte, an oiler, checks gauges in engine room against specifications called for in his log book. Chief Cook Rupert Jackson prepares a pan of roast lamb for the crew. Jackson, a native of the Virgin Islands, joined the SIU in 1945. Fireman - watertender Chen Yu, a 20-year veteran in the SIU, checks valves in the en­ gine room of the ship. Norman Okray (left), a 27year veteran able seaman, re­ ceives help in filing out un­ ion papers from SIU Patrol­ man Angus "Red" Campbell. �I I J 20 Seafarers 'Hit the Beach' to Stay Twenty more Seafarers have retired to shore after long careers at sea. They are; I Milton Awall, 65, joined the SIU in the Port of Baltimore in 1942 and sailed in the deck de­ partment as an able seaman. A native of Philadelphia, Seafarer Awall now lives in Jamaica, N.Y. When he retired he ended a sailing career of 40 years. James Wilbur McCranie, 56, a native of Florida now makes his home in Tampa, Fla. He joined the union in the Port of Tampa in 1939 and sailed in the steward department. He received a personal safety award for his part in making the Alcoa Reamer an accident-free ship during the first half of 1960. A native of Virginia, Broth­ er Kelly now makes his home in Mobile, Ala. His retirement" ends a sailing career of 45 years. Pedro Viniet, 55, is a native of Puerto Rico and now resides in Arecibo P.R. He joined the union in the Port of New York in 1943 and sailed in the steward depart­ ment as a messman. Brother Viruet was issued picket duty cards in 1961 and 1962. Robert KeDy MUton Awall James McCranie Thomas Gerald Lyons, 61, joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1943 and sailed in the deck department as boat­ swain. A native of Ishpeming, Mich., Brother Lyons now lives in Seattle, Wash. His retirement ended a sailing career of 46 years. Patrick Santoroy 66, is a native of New York and now lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. He joined the SIU in the Port of New York and sailed in the steward department as a cook. In 1962 he was issued two picket duty cards. James Edwin Barnes, 58, joined the SIU in the Port of Houston and sailed in the steward depart­ ment as a cook. A native of Edna, Tex., Seafarer Barnes now makes his home in Houston. He is an Air Corps veteran of World War II. Juan Bonefont, 48, joined the SIU in the Port of San Juan and sailed in the engine department as a wiper. A native of San Juan, P.R., Brother Bonefont now makes his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. In 1961 he was issued a picket duty card. James Barnes Thomas Lyons Patrick Santoro Robert Lee Kelly; 65, joined the SIU in the Port of New York and sailed in the deck department. Pedro Viruet Juan Bonefont Ignasio Tirado, 54, a native of Puerto Rico, now lives in New York City. He joined the union in the Port of New York in 1942 and sailed in the steward depart- ment. In 1961 he was issued two picket duty cards. Seafarer Tirado has served the SIU as depart­ ment delegate while on board ship. Frank M. Collins, 64, joined the SIU in the Port of New York and sailed in the steward depart­ ment. While on the seas he served the union as a department dele­ gate. A native of South Dakota, Brother Collins now lives in Reno, Nev. He served in the Naval Reserves from 1942 to 1945. Ignasio Tirado Frank Collins Carl Edward Jensen, 65, joined the SIU in the Port of Frankfort and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. A native of Norway, Sea­ farer Jensen now makes his home in Frankfort, Mich. He completes a sailing career of 52 years. Salvatore Sabato Mancino, 52, a native of Connecticut,- now lives in Burbank, Calif. He joined the union in 1944 in the Port of Philadelphia and sailed in the deck department as a boatswain. In 1961 he was issued a picket duty card. Seafarer Mancino served the SIU as a department delegate while sailing. Salvatore Mancino Mariano Gonzalez, 56, joined the union in the Port of New York in 1942 and sailed in the deck department as an ordinary seaman. In 1961 and 1962 he was issued picket duty cards. Brother Gonzalez has served as department delegate while on board ship. A native of Puerto Rico, Brother Gonzalez now makes his home in New York City. Stavros Marconis, 65, a native of Greece, is now spending his retirement there. He joined the SIU in the Port of New York and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Evans J. Forct, right, a member of the SIUNA-affiliated Inland Boatmen's Union, receives his first pension check from SIU Repre­ sentative James Martin at the New Orleans Hall. Brother Foret has sailed in the engine department tugs for more than 40 years. Mariano Gonzalez Stavros Marconis Henrjj Smith, 64, joined the union in the Port of Detroit and sailed in the engine department. He is a Navy veteran of World War 11. A native of Michigan, he now makes his home there. Leon Mars, Sr., joined the un­ ion in the Port of New Orleans and sailed as a Chief Engineer. A native of Mississippi, he now resides there with his family. Henry Smith Claudio Anavitate, 65, joined the SIU in 1942 in the Port of New York. A native of Puerto Rico, he sailed in the engine de­ partment. He was issued a picket duty card in 1961. Seafarer Ana­ vitate now resides- in Brooklyn, N.Y. Edmund Zarecki, 62, joined the SIU in 1942 in the Port of Detroit. He sailed in the steward department. A native of Ohio, he currently resides there. Social Security Q&A 'Will I Get Medicare? ft ' By A. A. BERNSTEIN ,SIU Social Security Director We read each month of the veteran SIU members who take advantage of our pension plan and retire from their jobs at sea. Many of these pensioners are at or nearing the age when they are eligible for Medicare. They often have questions re­ lating to these health care pro­ grams. The SIU Social Security staff is anxious to answer any and all of their questions. Active and retired Seafarers and their families should address any questions concerning Medi­ care and Medicaid or any other Social Security benefits to wid­ ows, children, disabled workers, etc. to A. A. Bernstein, director of Social Security and Welfare Services, Seafarers Welfare and Pension Plans, 275 20th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215. Q. I will be 65 next year and have always worked under social security. Will I get hospital and medic^ insurance under Medi­ care or will I have to buy private health insurance? A: First, you will have the hos­ pital insurance part of Medicare 1970 upon application at 65. This is protection you have already paid for and don't need to duplicate. It helps pay for in-patient care in a participating hospital and for post-hospital care in an approved "extended care facility" or in your home, if your doctor de­ cides you need skilled health care after you leave the hospital. &cond, you'll also be able to sign up, if you wish, for Medi­ care medical insurance, which helps pay doctor bills and other medical costs. You may not be able to buy private health insurance that equals the coverage of Medicare. Many companies have "after 65" clauses in their policies, -which mean they pay only the expenses Medicare does not cover. These may cover deductibles and other Medicare payments you're re­ sponsible for. If you now have health insurance, your agent can tell you what your policy will cover after 65. Q: Does Medicare's medical insiu-ance help pay a doctor's bill only when I'm in a hospital? A; No. Medical insurance will help pay for the services of doc­ tors no matter where they are received—hospital, office, home or elsewhere. Other medical serv­ ices for which medical insurance will help pay include certain di­ agnostic services. X-ray or radi­ ation treatments, surgical dress­ ings, splints, casts, braces and the use of a wheelchair, hospital bed or similar equipment in your home. Q: How is Medicare financed? A: Separate trust funds have been set up, one to finance the hospital insurance part of the Medicare program and the other to finance the medical insurance part. Contributions to the hos­ pital insurance fund are made during a worker's career and are deducted from his paycheck at the same time and in the same way as the deductions for gen­ eral social security benefits. His employer pays an equal amount. The trust fund for medical insur­ ance' is maintained through monthly premium payments, with half the cost of the insurance coming from the people who sign up for it and the other half paid by the federal government. Edmund Qaudio Zarecki Anavitate Raymond Lewis, 68, joined the SIU in 1949 in the Port of New York. He sailed in the stew­ ard department and was issued a picket duty card in 1961. A na­ tive of Providence, R.I., he now makes his home in New York City. Richard Broomhead, 69, joined the SIU in 1950 in the Port of New York. He sailed as a bosun in the deck department. He was issued a picket duty card in 1962. A native of Philadelphia, Sea-,^ farer Broomhead now resides in New Jersey. Raymond Lewis Richard Broomhead Norman Maker Walter Stovall would be very glad to hear from you. Please write to him at 2806 Vega Ave., Cleve­ land, O. 44113. Earl Jefferson Davis Please contact your daughter. Mrs. Shirley Macaluso, at 1617 Po­ mona St., Matairie, La. 70055. Arthur Sannora Your mother, Mrs. Rose Navarro, asks that you get in touch with her at 4743 Shoshene, Denver, Colo. 80211. Francis A. Warren Your mother, Mrs. Fanny War­ ren. asks that you contact her as soon as possible at 276 East Ave., East Norwalk, Conn. 06855. Richard R. Leikas Your brother. Matt Leikas, asks that you contact him at P.O. Box 225, Prescott, Ariz. 86301. Tomas Tohias Please contact SIU Representa­ tive Red Campbell at Headquar­ ters, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn. N.Y. Phone 499-6600. Frank Donovan Please contact James Ahearn in regard to a very urgent matter. His address is 365 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, Calif. Fred Miller Your old shipmate from Phila­ delphia, Harold B. Stever, would like to hear from you. His address is 23'/i River Rd., Philadelphia, Pa. 19128. Matthew Magdic Please contact Mary C. Magdic at 2017 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, La. 70118. Salvatore J. Shriglio Your daughter, Francine Sbriglio. asks that you contact her at 11330 Hayvenhust Ave., Granada Hills, Calif. 91344. Rex C. Becraft Please contact your wife, Rose­ mary, in regard to an urgent family matter. She can br reached by writ­ ing Route 1, Box 6, Roanoke, Ind. 46783. Rufus L. Pulasici Your union book, wallet, social security card and other important papers have been found and you may pick them up by contacting SIU Headquarters, Records Depart­ ment, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. Phone 212-499-6600. FTC Bans Sweatshirts Sweatshirts bearing the name "FloritJa" in big bright print and decorated with two palm trees and fishing boats have been found to be "dangerously flammable" according to the Federal Trade Commission. The cotton-knitted blue, or­ ange and white shirts were im­ ported by Sun-Glo Products Corp. Over 12,000 of these shirts had been imported by the company to date. Page 27 �This Be the Verse You Grave forMe With an uncanny knack for detail he'll tell anyone who'll listen about hunting sperm whales in the North Pacific; laying track for the railroad as it moved westward; a hitch in the French Foreign Legion, or of the "hobo jungles" he came to know in coast to coast travels to pick up a ship. If there are tales to be told, Fred Harvey can tell them. He'll sit you down at his favorite tavern, the Port 'O Call adjoining the SIU head­ quarters in Brooklyn, or in his home on Staten Island and, over a few ales, proceed to tell you "some lies about myself." He begins. You sit there spellbound,. soon realizing this is not just another old sailor's tale, but an accurate recounting of a career filled with memories —some sweet, some bitter. In 1900, a rambunctious youth of 14 from the suburbs of Chicago, Harvey decided he wanted "some adventure" in his life. He went to sea. Making his way to San Fran­ cisco, he signed on as a "sailor" aboard the Alice Knowles, a sperm whaler. The ship plied the Pacific and Arctic in search of the whales whose oils were considered valuable. Healthy Respect "I was kept busier than hell learning the ropes," he recalls. "It didn't take me long to earn a healthy respect for those beasts we were hunting, though. I soon learned that one swipe of that tail or fluke could crush a whaling boat and could even do considerable damage to the mother ship. "I eventually lost a good friend who was crushed by a swipe of a sperm whale's fluke." He foimd adventure in abun­ dance, but also found that whaling was not as romantic as it had been pictured. "We didn't have any locker space for belongings like they do now. You got yourself a small bunk in the same cramp­ ed area as the rest of the crew. This served as a bed, locker, and often as your dinner table. "We didn't have anything like a mess hall aboard ship in those days. If the weather was good, all the crew got their meals and went out on deck to eat. If the weather was foul, we all congregated in the berthing area and ate there. Such lux­ uries as a daily fresh water shower were unheard of." Pay Not Romantic There was nothing romantic about his pay either. "We were out 11 months on the Knowles. When we returned to San Fran­ cisco, I was paid $8.65 in cash. I also received one barrel of sperm oil as my percentage of the entire take during the trip." Yet he enjoyed it enough to sail again on the same ship when it went back out about a month later. "I really made out that time—I got paid about $10 and I think three barrels of sperm oil." Disenchanted with whaling and its hardships,- he roamed the streets of San Francisco. As fate would have it, he chanced to meet the skipper of another sperm whaler, the Andrew Hicks. After a short discussion—during which the skipper informed him the ship It was 1908 and the crew of the Barmbek mustered on deck at payofT In Hamburg, Germany. Among the crew members was a young Fred Harvey (standing, fourth from left). The pay was small, the quarters were ,bad and Harvey soon left her for another ship. was scheduled to visit Shang­ hai—Harvey agreed to sail "be­ cause I wanted to see other parts of the world." Assumed Name "Of course, I signed on under a different name. "In those days a seaman had no rights. It was a form of servitude when you signed aboard a ship. You couldn't just up and leave a ship at some port of convenience for any reason. If you did, you forfeited your pay. "Also, it was a common prac­ tice for the skipper of a ship you jumped to abduct you from your new vessel if he saw your name on a roster. This is why we all used different names each time we boarded a new ship." He eventually did get to Shanghai. "The thing I remem­ ber most was that a group of natives came out in a sampan and tied up at our stem. That sampan had all the niceties a sailor could ask for." Shortly after this, he signed on "the worst hell ship I was ever aboard"—the W. F. Babcock. "I sailed on her from San Francisco to Shanghai and there was nothing right about that ship. It was just pure hell." ..if there are tales to he told, Fred Harvey can tell them/ Page 28 He signed on a British ship bound for Germany in late 1904, but decided Sail Fran­ cisco was the town for him. He picked up a ship in Ham­ burg headed for New York. When he couldn't find any ves­ sel bound for 'Frisco, Harvey began his short career as a rail­ road man, becoming quite adept at the "hobo" trade. Riding Rails He "rode the rails" as far as El Paso—taking a job laying track as the railroad snaked its way west. Operating a winch to lay sec­ tions of track in place was too tame for him, and he gave it up after a few weeks. Back "on the rails" again, Harvey hitched rides on trains heading west. And he got to know quite a few yard detec­ tives and local police officials in his travels, as well as many colorful residents of the hobo jungles along the way. Hobo Trade He laughingly recalled one incident that occurred in Palm Springs, Calif. Hoboes had a code to mark houses, taverns and the like where good hand­ outs could be had. Harvey ap­ proached a house so marked seeking a meal. After chopping wood as the price of the meal, he sat in the yard "eating a plentiful repast." He had worked up a thirst cutting the wood and quickly finished off a large container of tea he had been given. He called to the young daughter of the lady of the house and asked her to see if her mother could spare some more tea. "Well sir, she turned and hollered out to the kitchen: 'Mama, the bum wants some more tea.' Despite the deroga­ tory description, I did get the tea." Again on the Hicks Eventually, Harvey made it back to San Francisco, where he again signed on the Andrew Hicks. "The skipper, who had been first mate aboard another ship I had sailed on, didn't even know me since I was using another name again." New name or not, his pay was even less than before—$1 clear. One ship which stands out in his mind is the Fairport, which he rode to Mexillones, Chile, to pick up nitrate. "I never missed a ship's de­ parture unless I wanted to. I didn't want any more of the Fairport. On that ship we didn't get much for bre^ast, nor much for lunch, and even less for dinner. "So myself and a friend jumped ship and began looking for another headed toward 'Frisco. We found an Italian one, •the Cognati, which was anchored out in the harbor. Time to Drink "It seems the basic staple aboard that ship was 'vino.' After a few days of 'vino,' my friend and I decided we wanted some 'pisco.' So, we com­ mandeered the skipper's launch and went ashore for some 'pisco.' "Sure enough the skipper came looking for his launch. He corralled us in a local pub, but was really quite pleasant about the whole thing. In fact, he offered us jobs for the trip back to 'Frisco. After some thought, we decided we didn't want a diet of vino and spaghetti all the way back, so we de­ clined the offer." Along came 1914 and World War I. Harvey was still sailing, and even inadvertently con­ tributed to the German cause the following year. He sailed on the Grace Line's Cocique—loaded with 14,000 tons of food bound for Copen­ hagen, supposedly for distribu­ tion in Denmark, Sweden and Norway. Without Incident Since America was not as yet involved in the war, the voyage across the North Atlantic went REQUIEM —Robert Louis Stevenson Under the wide and starry sky Dig the grave and let me lie. Glad did I live and gladly die, And my soul I put down with a will. This be the verse you grave for me Here he lies where he wants to be. Home is the sailor, home from the sea, And the hunter, home from the hill. �Home Is the Sailor, Home From the Sea got the yearning for a "differ­ ent kind of adventure." He wanted to fight' in the war, but the U.S. still had not entered the conflict. So he be­ came a "soldier of fortune." The French consul in Chicago sent Harvey to New York to talk with the consul there, who "was glad to have me." Harvey boarded a ship for Bordeaux, where he joined the legendary French Foreign Legion. •) l\ h. If.. Good Outfit The ttarmhek, shown above under full sail, is only one of srores of ships that Fred Harvey sailed on in his career at sea. The last voyage for Harvey came very recently when he was bosun of the IFnrerlrce on a shoil sail from Staten Island to South Street Harbor in !New York City. (See page 31.) without incident until off the sailors did, welcomed the new rights under the act. To illus­ coast of Ireland. trate the "involuntary servitude" In the middle of the night, had previously endured sailors the ship was suddenly illumi­ he recounted one experience. nated by search lights. A British destroyer pulled alongside. The Expected Payoff British skipper ordered the He had signed aboard a ship Cocique to proceed at ten knots for the remainder of the night on a round-trip from New York and to come to a dead halt at to Europe for "not less than six months," but had com­ sunrise. She followed orders and was pleted the voyage in about four boarded the next morning. The months. He naturally expected British inspected her holds, and to be paid off when the ship reached New York. ordered the ship into port. When they arrived at the Am­ There they conducted a more thorough inspection of the brose Lightship, a messenger cargo. "Some of the crates I came aboard and said the ship noticed for the first time were was to proceed to Norfolk. stamped 'Hamburg, Germany,' In Norfolk the ship sat at but after one night in port; the anchor while the skipper travBritish destroyer escorted us • elled to New York to confer back to the open sea and told with the owners. He returned us to be on our way. several days later and informed the crew they were ordered to German Cargo head to San Francisco. Indignant at this over-exten­ "We pulled into Copen­ hagen and began to unload our sion of their voyage, Harvey cargo into a pierside ware­ and other members of the crew house. The very next day went to see the Port Commis­ freight cars and cargo ships sioner. He, however, informed flying the German flag arrived them they were bound by the in Copenhagen. They proceeded contract they signed when they to load the stores from the boarded the vessel So, they reluctantly sailed the warehouse and from our holds. I would estimate that over 90 ship through the Panama Canal percent of all that food went to and on up to 'Frisco. "There they delivered the clincher," he the Germans." There is another reason why recalled. 1915 stands out in Fred Same Answer Harvey's memory. This was the They were told to sail to year that the Seaman's Act, South America and pick up sponsored by Sen. Robert LaFollette of Wisconsin, was some nitrate for delivery back to the West Coast. Again passed. It provided "safety standards Harvey went to the Port Com-; at sea to free seamen from in­ misioner, but received the same voluntary servitude." It also answer he had gotten in Nor­ gave them the right to leave a folk. He finally contacted the ship in designated ports with­ out forfeiting their pay and im­ company representative, who confered with the home office proved working conditions. Harvey, as probably all in New York. Though sym­ September 1970 pathetic with Harvey's plight he could only promise him to get his pay up till that time. The companies in those days did not pay the costs of transportation back to the port of embarka­ tion. . "I was making $25 a month on that trip, but $25 a month or not, 1 decided 1 wanted no part of a trip to South America right then. So, myself and two Swedes took our pay and were stranded in 'Frisco. "The Seamen's Act put an end to that kind of practice," he said. "It finally gave the sailor some dignity." Back on Rails Shortly after this Harvey de­ cided to pay a visit back in Chicago. With the two Swedes, he started riding the rails. "Somewhere along the line one of the Swedes missed a train and we never did see him again." Once back in Chicago he \ . .a with some some After two months of inten­ sive training, he returned to the European theatre. "It was a good outfit to belong to," he said. "1 was wounded several times during the next few years, but fortunately came out of it all alive. "You were supposed to be bound to the Legion for at least six years, but with the end of the war they relaxed that regu­ lation. I resigned from the Le­ gion in September 1919. From there it was back to the U.S. and the sea. "I had finally decided that the sea would be my career. From then on 1 stuck with sailing." His career spanned three more wars and took him all over the world aboard every type ship conceivable. 'Sailed 'Em All' "I guess I've sailed on them all," he says, and he begins to name just a few of them: Shenandoah, Palgrave, John Ena, Barmbek, Longview Vic­ tory, Lidica, Ines, Steel Design­ er, Barbara Frietchie, Robin Locksley, Seatrain New York, Pandora, Suzanne. . . . His home is filled with sou­ venirs—mementoes from the four corners of the world. Many others have been misplaced or given away. In November 1965, the Fairland pulled into New York from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Fred ' Harvey went ashore to stay. A 65-year career at sea, in­ terrupted only for a few brief intervals, came to an official end. But, there was still one trip to be made. On Aug. 11, 1970, Fred Harvey was called upon to serve as bosun aboard the Wavertree, an 1885-vintage vessel traveling from Staten Is­ land to the South Street Seaport Museum across New York Har­ bor. The three-masted sailing ves­ sel was purchased by the mu­ seum as an exhibit and made a 6,000 mile voyage from Buenos Aires, where she was being used as a storage ship, to Staten Island and then on to the South Street piers. (See page 31.) The Staten Island to South Street trip marked the end of a lengthy, illustrious career of an old-time sailor. The Old Days He revels in talking about the days when there were no able seamen, or third cooks. "In those days, all the crew were sailors. We didn't have various classifications or up­ grading exams and so on. More often than not, the thing that got you your job were these (as he holds up two gnarled, clenched fists). Of course, there was no union then, either, so you didn't have anybody look­ ing out for your welfare except yourself." Harvey joined the SIU in 1949 and still travels into Brooklyn from Staten Island where he lives with his wife, for every membership meeting at union headquarters. At 84 he is still going strong and admits an occasional in­ clination to go back to sea. "But, I guess I'm getting old," he says, "because the desire for adventure isn't quite so strong anymore." career filled memories— sweet, bitter.' Page 29 �Final Departures a 1 T Ik IS a Alexander L. Gnrskie Alexander L. Gurskie, 71, an SIU pensioner, died July 12 in USPHS Hospital in San Francisco. He joined the un­ ion in the Port of New York in 1941 and sailed in the steward department." At > retirement, Mr. Gurskie had sailed for more than 40 years. A native of Poland, he was a resident of San Pedro, Calif. Among the survivors are his sister, Mrs. Helen Arnone of Simi, Calif. Mr. Gurskie was buried in Santa Clara Cemetery in Ventura, Calif. Claude Hayes Claude Hayes, 69, died July 31 in Mobile, Ala. An SIU pension­ er since 1967, Brother Hayes resided in Mo­ bile. He joined the SIU in 1939 at the Port of Mobile and sailed p as an able seaman and bosun during 28 years at sea. He is sur­ vived by a niece Mrs. Sadie Willingham. Burial was in Pine Crest Cemetery, Mobile. George L. Cox George L. Cox, 18, passed away in Brooklyn, N.Y., July 19. He was a 1969 graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seam a n s h i p and sailed in the en­ gine department. Among his sur­ vivors are his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. George J. Cox of Brooklyn. Buri­ al was in Calvary Cemetery. Page 30 w» <T 1* at A9 sa Schedule T4 rJ- to II la L> n It Ik At A3 aA as as A7 OB 31 James C. Smith James C. Smith, 52, died July 16 from injuries suffered in a SIU-AGLIWD Meetings fail near his New Orleans Oct. 13—2:30 p.m. home in Jackson­ Mobile" Oct. 14—2:30 p.m. ville, Fla. A Wilmington Oct. 19—2:30 p.m. Tampa native, he Oct. 21—2:30 p.m. joined the SIU in San Fran Oct. 23—2:30 p.m. 1968 in the Port Seattle New York ..Oct. 5—2:30 p.m. ft of New York Philadelphia Oct. 6—2:30 p.m. and sailed in the Baltimore ....Oct. 7—2:30 p.m. engine depart­ Oct. 9—2:30 p.m. ment. He served as a. pilot in the Detroilf Houston Oct. 13—2:30 p.m. U.S. Air Force from 1942 to United Industrial Workers 1957. Brother Smith is survived by his mother Mrs. Mildred New OrleansOct. 13—7:00 p.m. Oct. 14—7:00 p.m. Smith of Jacksonville. He was Mobile buried in Greenlawn Cemetery in New York ..Oct. 5—7:00 p.m. Philadelphia Oct. 6—7:00 p.m. Jacksonville. Baltimore ....Oct. 7—7:00 p.m. Evald A. Olson l^Houston ....Oct. 13—7:00 p.m. Evald A. Olson, 78, died in Great Lakes SIU Meetings Goddard Memorial Hospital, Detroit Oct. 5—2:00 p.m. Stoughton, Mass., Buffalo Oct. 5—7:00 p.m. July 15, after a Alpena Oct. 5—7:00 p.m. long illness. A Chicago Oct. 5—7:30 p.m. native of Sweden, Duluth Oct. 5—7:00 p.m. Brother Olson Frankfort ....Oct. 5—7:00 p.m. was a resident of Great Lakes Tug and West BridgewaDredge Section ter, Mass. He Chicago Oct. 13—7:30 p.m. joined the SIU in , tSault 1938 at the Port of Boston and Ste. Marie Oct. 15—7:30 p.m. sailed as an able seaman and bosun during 21 years at sea. He is survived by two nieces, Mrs. Avis Peterson and Mrs. Elsie Mittredge, both of Brockton, Mass. Burial was in Forest Hills Cemetery, Boston. . Jack Goldman Jack Goldman, 56, passed away in Brooklyn, N.Y., July 26 of an apparent heart attack. He joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1951 and sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Goldman was a Francis J. Fischer veteran of the U.S. Army. He Francis John Fischer, 44, was issued a picket duty card in passed away June 8 in USPHS 1961. Among his survivors is his Hospital in San sister Mrs. Bessie Levine of Francisco. A na­ Brooklyn. Burial was in Montifitive of Buffalo, ore Cemetery, Queens, N.Y. N.Y., Mr. Fisch­ John B. Kennedy er was a resident John B. Kennedy, 40, died Robert £. Greene of Oakland, July 23 in Union Memorial Hos­ Robert Ernest Greene, 62, was Calif. He joined pital in his home­ a recent SIU pensioner. He died the SIU in the town of Balti­ June 23 of heart Port of Norfolk more, Md., after . disease in Portsa long illness. He in 1944 and sailed in the engine I mouth General joined the SIU in department as an oiler. He I Hospital, Portswalked daily picket duty during 1951 and sailed mouth, Va. Mr. the Robin Line beef in 1962. as a bosun. Greene joined Brother Kennedy Among his survivors are his the union in the is survived by his mother, Delia Fischer. Port of Norfolk wife Jean. Burial was in the New and sailed in the Charles L. Moody Cathedral Cemetery, Baltimore. Charles L. Moody, 40, steward department as a chief Sophoklis J. Tzortzakis drowned July 5 in the Gulf of cook. A native of North Caro­ Sophoklis J. Tzortzakis, 40, • Mexico near lina, Mr. Greene was a resident died of an apparent heart attack Galveston, Tex. of Portsmouth. Among his sur­ A member of the vivors are his wife, Charlotte. JuJy 1 in Hous­ ton, Tex. A naSIU and Inland Burial was in Greenlawn Me­ I tive of Greece, Boatmen's Union morial Park, Chesapeake, Va. I Brother Tzortzasince 1959, Edgar A. Briggs j kis was a Hous­ Brother Moody Edgar Allan Briggs, 74, an ton resident. He sailed as an able SIU pensioner, died of" natural joined the SIU in seaman. He causes May 15 in served U.S. Army from Ashtabula Gener­ •IkNMill&B of Baltimore and 1956 to 1957. He is survived by al Hospital, Ash­ sailed as an able seaman and his wife Mary and two daughters tabula, O. He bosun. He is survived by his wife Carol and Elizabeth Louise of joined the union Rose. Burial was in Forest Park Galveston. Burial was in Galves­ in Ashtabula and Lawndale Cemetery, Houston. ton Memorial Park. sailed as a line­ man in the Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Region. A native of New SIU Welfare, Pension and Vacation Plans York, Mr. Briggs was a resident CASH BENEFITS PAID of Ashtabula. He was a Navy veteran of World War 1. Among REPORT PERIOD JULY 1, 1970 to JULY 31, 1970 his survivors are his wife, Cath­ NUMBER erine. Burial was in Edgewood SEAFARERS' WELFARE PLAN BENF^-ITS ^ PAm Cemetery, Ashtabula. Scholarship 1 $ 750.00 Sidney A. Sanford Hospital Benefits 4,056 97,786.17 Sidney Arthur Sanford, 43, Death Benefits 30 70,500.00 died of pneumonia July 8 in Medicare Benefits 604 2,416.80 USPHS Hospital Maternity Benefits 38 7,600.00 in San Francisco. Medical Examination Program 1,058 31,809.34 A native of De­ Dependent Benefits (Average) $479.35 1,372 65,566.63 troit, Mich., Mr. Optical Benefits 596 8,870.23 Sanford was a Meal Book Benefits 433 4,328.90 resident of New Out-Patients Benefits 4,725 37,154.00 Orleans, La. He joined the SIU in Summary of Welfare Benefits Paid 12,913 . 326,782.07 the Port of New Seafarers' Pension Plan—Benefits Paid 1,588 384,547.75 Orleans in 1963 Seafarers' Vacation Plan—Benefits Paid and sailed in the engine depart­ (Average $564.43) 1,378 690,851.20 ment as a fireman-oiler; He was a Navy veteran of World War Total Welfare, Pension & Vacation 11. Among his survivors are his Benetits Paid This Period 15,879 $1,402,181.02 mother, Mrs. Lenore Sanford of Madison Heights, Mich. a A fA T of Membership Meetings Buffalo Oct. 14—7:30 p.m. Duluth Oct. 16—7:30 p.m. Cleveland ....Oct. 16—7:30 p.m. Toledo Oct. 16—7:30 p.m. Detroit Oct. 13—7:30 p.m. Milwaukee ..Oct. 13—7:30 p.m. SIU Inland Boatmen's Union New OrleansOct. 13—5:00 p.m. Mbbile Oct. 14—5:00 p.m. Philadelphia Oct. 6—5:00 p.m. Baltimore (li­ censed and unlicensed)Oct. 7—5:00 p.m. Norfolk Oct. 8—5:00 p.m. Houston Oct. 13—5:00 p.m. Railway Marine Region Philadelphia Oct. 13—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Baltimore ....Oct. 14—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. •Norfolk ....Oct. 15—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Jersey City ..Oct. 13—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. ^Meeting held at Galveston wharves. tMeeting held in Labor Tem­ ple, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. •Meeting held in Labor Tem­ ple, Newport News. Directory of Union Halls SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters Inland Boatmen's Union United Industrial Workers PRESIDENT Paul Hall DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3d St. (218) RA 3-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box 287 415 Main St. (616) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tex 5804 Canal St: (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, Fla JERSEY CITY, N.J. ..99 Montgomery St. -(301) HE 5-9424 .MOBILE, Ala. .". 1 South Lawrence St. (305) HE 3-1764 NEW ORLEANS, La EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Gal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard A1 Tanner Lindsay Williams Robert Matthews SECRETARY-TREASURER A1 Kerr HEAlXiUARTERS ... 675 4th Ave., Bklyn. (213) HV 9-660U ALPENA, .Mlch^ .. 800 N. Second Ave. (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, .^lil. ..1316 E. Baltimore St. (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, .Mass. .. 663 Atlantic Ave. (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.Y. 735 Washington St. SIU (716) TL 3-9259 IBU (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, III. 9383 Ewing Ave. SIU (312) SA 1-0733 IBU (312) ES 5-9570 CLEVELAND, O. 1420 W. 35th St. (316) MA 1-5450 DETROIT, .Mich. 10235 W. Jefferson Ave. (313) VI 3-4741 2608 Pearl St. (904) EL 3-0987 NORFOLK, Va 630 Jackson Ave. (504) 529-7546 115 3d St. (703) 623-1893 PHILADELPHIA, Pa 2604 S. 4th St. (215) DE 6-3818 PORT ARTHUR, Tex 534 Ninth Ave. SAN FRANCISCO, CaUf. 1531 Mission St. (415) 626-6793 SANTURCE, P.R. ..1313 Fernandez Juncos Stop 20 734-3848 SEATTLE, Wash ST. I.OUIS, .Mo 2505 First Ave. (206) MA 3-4334 4577 Gravols Ave. (314) 753-6500 TA.MPA, Fla 312 Harri.son St. (813) 339-3788 TOLEDO, O 935 Summit St. (419) 248-3691 Wii..MINGTON, Calif 450 Seaside Ave. Terminal Island, Calif. (213) 832-7285, VOKOHA.MA, .Iai>an IseyaBldg., Room 801 1-2 Kalgan-Dorl-Nakaku 2014971 Ext. 281 Crewmen on New York Sfopover Crew members of the Steel Architect (Isthmian) are shown on deck while the ship was "topping off" in New York prior to a trip to India. From left are; Charles D'Amico, bosun; "Frenchy" Macip, able sea­ man, and, Gene Nolan, carpenter. 1 �•f-' Tnilip'^WroM «'•." rell^ral Seafarer FreJ Harvey sailed the world's oceans for some 65 of his 84 yonlhful years. Pg«@£r -r„ J s,«ai ^ originally appeared in ihe late ISOOs, the three-masted Waverlree was a prond sight to behold asshe traversed the Seven Seas of the world over a 25-year span. i:' •- ;• ,.. v- ®5;fe>Si;SSss5;V). s': Them Both Weil nphey were the products of the same X age—the age of sail. They got to­ gether one August afternoon for a final voyage. It was even a family affair, for he had known her sister well. A crusty old sailor, Fred Harvey, kept his date as boatswain for an old lady, the Waver tree, for the trip from Staten Island to the South Street Sea­ port Museum on lower Manhattan. For Harvey, 84, an SIU pensioner, it was the renewal of an old family ac­ quaintance—in 1906 he sailed to Syd­ ney, Australia, on the Fulwood, a sister ship of the Wavertree. ¥OT the IFavertree, it was the final leg of a journey to a new home. . f Built in England in 1885, the IFav^rtree plied the oceans for some 25 years until strong gales off Cape Horn ripped away her mainmasts and her fore and mizen masts. She became nothing more than a storage hulk and sand dredge until purchased by the museum in 1968. Before reaching her new museum home, the Wavertree, her beauty marred by the years as a storage hulk, had to make the long trip from Argen­ tina, She underwent repairs on Staten Island before making the final leg of the trip. Museum officials plan to spend $1 million to restore the beauty from the age of sail. Riding high put of the water, the ship pulls into h«r h*>"' berthing ;;i, --place,at the..South Street'pier,. :;,:/?^;;.- ;y ff' September 1970 Page 31 �SEAFARERS OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION . ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO •V SlU Crew Conferences 11 A continuing series of SIU Crew Conferences has been launched at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to give Seafarers an op­ portunity to learn more about their union and their industry in the re­ laxed atmosphere of the Piney Point, Md., base. 1. Eligible Seafarers will spend 10 days at Piney Point, attending classes for four hours a day on five of those days. The rest of the time they will be free to exchange information and experiences with other Seafarers, and use the extensive recreational facilities. Members attending the SIU Crew Conferences will receive room and board and laundry, transportation to and from key ports, including New York, Baltimore, New Orleans and San Francisco, and $8 a day to cover incidental expenses. Twelve conferences have been scheduled to begin each Friday through Dec. 3, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day week. Mem­ bers attending the Conferences will arrive at Piney Point on a Friday, have the weekend free, will attend classes from 8 a.m. to noon Monday through the following Friday, and will be returned to the ports on Sunday. Boxing smokers will be held each Saturday following an outdoor barbeque. Boating, fishing, crabbing, card playing, pool, swimming, and other sports and recreational activities will be available. Each night a feature movie will be shown on the Cinemascope screen in the theater aboard the school ship Zimmerman. Entertainment will also be furnished nightly in the Anchor Room Restaurant and Lounge. WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Seafarers, to be eligible, must: • Have a rating and/or a year or more of seatime. • Have shipped at least 90 days in the past year. • Have shipped at least one day in the past 90 days. HOW TO APPLY Eligible members may apply for the SIU Crew Conferences through their port agent at any port. Or they mal fill out the coupon on this page and mail it to: SIU. Crew Conferences Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Piney Point, Md. 20674 To: SIU Crew Conferences Harry Hundeberg School of Seamanship Piney Point, Md. 20674 <\ •I T Agenda of Knowledge Seafarers attending the SIU Crew Conferences will participate in discussions on the following five basic subjects: SIU CONTRACT This topic will include a discussion of the complete contract, includ­ ing the new benefits negotiated this month. In addition, facts will be presented on the economics of the shipping industry, the legislative efforts of the SIU and the impact that passage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 would have on both Seafarers and ship operators. SIU CONSTITUTION In addition to a report on the union's constitution, they will discuss the meaning of constitutions in general, as well as the effect of govern­ mental constitutions—federal, state and local—upon all Americans. SIU HISTORY Seafarers will discuss their union's dynamic history and how it can be used to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Blended into this group discussion will be the history of the trade union movement. I would like to attend one of the SIU Crew Conferences. Name Port Card Number My first three choices, in order of preference, are: (place the numbers I, 2 and 3 beside the dates that are your first, second and third choice) for Conferences that begin on: ( ) September 25 II October 30 ( ) October 2 I ) November 6 ( ) October 9 ( I November 13 I I October 16 I ) November 27 I I October 23 I I December 3 SIU PENSION, WELFARE AND VACATION BENEFITS This discussion will detail the benefits that have been won through collective bargaining over the years. It will also provide a forum for discussion of the economics of the industry as it affects pension, wel­ fare and vocation plan funding. SIU MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS Both port and shipboard meetings will be reviewed. Special emphasis will be given to the Permanent Ship's Committee which is designated in the SIU AGLIW District contract and the reasons for negotiating an hour of overtime for. delegates attending the Sunday shipboard meetings. Efficient shipboard safety and operation will also be discussed. lis � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1970 Description An account of the resource Headlines: WAGE, FRINGE BENEFIT PACKAGE IN NEW SIU CONTRACT VALUED AT $100 A MONTH COMPLETE TEXT OF SIU’S AGLIW AGREEMENT NEWS ABOUT ECONOMY SHIFTA 180 DEGREES TANKER OVERSEAS ALASKA LAUNCHED IN BALTIMORE OVERSEAS ALICE CREW IS LAUDED FOR PILOT RESCUE MANHATTAN, SIU CREW SAIL TO MIDEAST MEANY COMMENTS: STRIKES TO POLITICS TWO REFITTED SHIPS CREW UP, LEAVE PORT OF NORFOLK SAFETY COUNCIL CITES SIU-MANNED SHIPS IN CALMAR CORP FLEET JOHN FOX, MARITIME LABOR PIONEER, DIES MARITIME PROBLEMS IN FOCUS IN DC SIU NEGOTIATES ’20-AT-55’ PENSION JOBS, PENSIONS ON LINE IN FIGHT TO SAVE FLEET FARM WORKERS BATTLING FOR BETTER LIFE ACTIVITIES CONTINUE AT PINEY POINT THE LINK TO MEN AT SEA: SHIPS’ COMMITTEES VACATION CENTER’S FIRST YEAR A SUCCESS THIS BE THE VERSE YOU GRAVE FOR ME – HOME IS THE SAILOR, HOME FROM THE SEA Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/1970 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXII, No. 9 1970 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/4bb0afbab9e7a5fcab9bedf0fe831bf2.PDF 00227e454fff29a87ba178dd42ff6051 PDF Text Text Vol. XXXIII, No. 9 September 1971 SEAFARERS -i OFfiCIAL ORGAN OF THC SEAFARERS mTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC. GULF. LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-ClO MTD Leads New Fight For New Orleans PHS See Page 3 o • o O ' o • o Seafarers Educational Conference See Page 4 i o "Ss : o. Annual Reports Of Pension, Welfare funds See Pages 28-30 J Biggest Tanker of All .S^e Page^MM �Supertanker At Piney Point The crew of the first supertanker to be launched since passage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, the SlU-contracted Falcon Lady, visited the training facilities at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship. A 36-hour stopover at the Steuart Petroleum Co. terminal in Piney Point in late August to discharge the Falcon Lady's fuel cargo provided the touring op­ portunity for the Seafarers. Some 300,000 barrels of petroleum can be carried, aboard the 642-foot super­ tanker. The 37,000-ton vessel is one of four new ships planned by Falcon Carriers, the largest Americanflag ships powered by diesel engine. The two 7,500 horsepower diesel engines of the Falcon Lady can reach a cruising speed of 17 knots. Scheduled for launching early next year are the Falcon Countess and the Falcon Princess. The Falcon Duchess is expected to be off the ways by October, 1972. Lundebeig Graduate One of the newest crew members on the tanker is Third Cook John Comett, a July, 1971 graduate of the Lundeberg School. "I didn't realize it at the time, but all of the detail that went into my training really comes in handy now," said the young seaman. He joined the ship in Carteret, N.J., immediately following his graduation. Chief Steward Conrad Gauthier, a Se^arer with more than 20 years experience in shipboard cooking, called Comett's addition to the department "a credit to the school and the thorough training they are re­ ceiving there." Upon discharging the cargo and touring the school, the Falcon Lady departed for the Virgin Islands where routine inspections were planned at St. Croix. The Caribbean voyage will be followed by deep-sea trials in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. •I QMED Homer Starline, left, talks with Robert Sawin, 2nd assistant engineer, in the console room automated Falcon Lady, John Cornett, left, assistant cook, breads fish steaks for the evening meal under the watchful eyes of Collie Loper, chief cook and baker. Cornett grad­ uated from the Harry Lundeberg School's third cook training program in July. Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Washington, D.C. Page 2 Seafarers Log' �New Orleans Facilify In Question MTD, SlU Lash Community Hospital Control Scheme Medical e}q)erts, organized lab(»r and community leaders voiced support for the continu­ ation of Ae New Orleans Pub­ lic Health Service Hospital under federal control at hear­ ings in New Orleans, La. The hearings were held by the New Orleans Area Health Planning Council in response to a request of the U.S. Depart­ ment oi Health, Education and Welfare that tte council sug­ gest alternatives for the PHS facility to bring it under com­ munity control. Dr. John Walsh, vice presi­ dent of Tulane University, said that he fdt a federally-operated hospital was essential in New Orleans, but he added that Tu­ lane would be willing to take over complete operation of the current PHS hospital by 1975. Testifying for organized la­ bor, O. William Moody, ad­ ministrator of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, with which the SIU is a£Bliated, pitals," he tcdd the {dannii^ said: group. . "It is our firm opinion that "However, this is not a miecommunity takeover of the pub­ way pr(^x>sition," Moody said. lic Health Service Hospital in "The United States also has a New Orleans can only result in very special interest in ade­ greatly increased costs to the quate health care for her sea­ community In one form or men." another." He said that nearly all re­ turning ships carry seamen in Moody testified on behalf of need (ff prompt attention and the MTD, the Greater New Or­ leans AFL-CIO, the Maritime that time pressure is increasing Council of Greater New Or­ because ci advancing maritime leans, and die Seafarers Inter­ techmdogy. "The availability <rf topnational Union of North Amer­ quality medical care on a pri­ ica. ority basis in Public Healtii Traces Histoiy Service hospitsds has made die Moody traced the develop­ American merchant sailor the ment of PHS hospitals fr«n the healthiest and most productive U.S. Marine Ho^itals in the in the world—qualities whose preservation is vital to the ac­ late 1700s to the present. In 1969, Moody said, mer­ cess of the nation's expanding chant seamen accounted for 52 maritime program and is of ex­ percent of the patient load at traordinary importance to the the PHS hospitals. "Obviously great port city of New Orleans," American seamra have a very he said. Aside from the historical special interest in these hosconcept of a safe haven for seamen. Moody said the Public Health Service hospitals are cheaper to operate than com­ The Greater New Orleans AFL-CIO and the Greater munity-controlled hospitals and New Orleans AFL-CIO Maritime Council joindy passed a that conversion would increase resolution condemning plans to convert the New Orleans cost to taxpayers. PuWic Health Service Hospital to community control. $40-a-day Diffaoioe In a resolution passed after the New Orleans Area He quoted Louisiana Senator Health Planning Council held hearings on the proposal, Allen Ellender's testimcmy be­ the AFL-CIO groups urged HEW to "desist from its efforts fore the Senate Appropriations to scrap the United States Public Health Service hospital Subcommittee on Labor, that system." ment of the PHS hospital sys­ The groups also urged HEW to "proceed immediately to tem from the creation of the put into operation" a plan to construct a new PHS hospital average costs in the PHS hos­ in New Orleans on a site to be provided by Tulane Univer­ pitals are as mudi as $40-asity. The construction plan already has (xnigresskmad ap­ day less than in private hos­ proval. pitals in pmt cities. Moody And the council also urged that HEW not entertain any also cited staffing figures that plan to convert present PHS facilities to ccmununity use. how PHS hoiqatals require few­ The group said they based their recommendations on er hands. four factors: increased cost to taxpayers of community Moody said that in addition control; increased expense for the federal government; the to cost savings, the hospital hospital's contribution to medical training and a break­ benefits the New Orleans com­ down in the priority now given merchant seamen, the hos­ munity dirough training pro­ pital's prime beneficiaries. grams and facilities a'^aUe nowhere else. Resolution Condemns Plan Tierrian Vows Support To Save PHS Hospitals Rep, Robert O. Tieman (D-R.I.) has ex­ pressed confidence that Congress "will not only save the U.S. Public Health Service hospital system, but will also update and expand its services." Addressing a gathering labor, business and government officials at a Washington luncheon sponsored by the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, Tieman emphasized the innova­ tive working of the PHS hospital system. "These hospitals have pioneered in the treat­ ment of drug addiction, establishment of para­ medical and medical training programs, and in developing strong relationships to the com­ munities in which they are located," he said. The Rhode T^lr.r.d Democrat said he did not see the reasoning behind Administration at­ tempts to eliminate the hospitals "at a time when health care for Americans ranks fair be­ hind that of other Western nations." September 1971 Rep. Tiernan The Administration has advanced "costeffectiveness" as the principal reason for closing the eight remaining PHS hospitals. Tieman questioned the logic behind this move. He pointed out that "the total health care outlay in this country is over $60 billion a year and the average cost of a hospital room is over $100 a day. Yet, the cost at PHS facili­ ties remains at approximately $60 a day." Tiernan noted that Congress passed an amendment to the Public Health Service Act last month restoring $14 billion that the Ad­ ministration had eliminated in its appropriation request for the Public Health Service. "This makes it possible to fund the PHS system for fiscal 1972 at the same level as fiscal 1971," he said. "But, this still means that the remaining hospitals will have to cut back on some services due to the effects of mounting in­ flation which has diminished the value of the available funds." Rep. Robert L. Leggett (D-Calif.) greets a group of Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship trainees who were in Wash­ ington to hear his address at an AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment luncheon. From the left are Michael Coyle, Desiderio Ramos, Joseph Seeber, Rep. Leggett, Paul SchwaUin and Rich­ ard Wotipka. Cargo—Key to Survival Of Merchant Marine "Our general cargo fleet will continue to decline de^ite the Merchant Marine Act ai 1970" because there was no evidence that "cargoes for these vessels would materialize," Congress­ man Robert L. Leggett (DCalif.) warned. Although the new maritime legislation called for the constnu^km ol 300 new ships, Le^iett expressed his great fear for the fi^re of the fleet to reiMTesentatives of unions, mari­ time management and govern­ ment attending an AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department luncheon in Washington. "We planned the ^ps but not the cargoes," he said. "The merchant marine looks to the federal government as its single laigest customer, and ... the Department of De­ fense is the single largest pro­ curer merchant marine serv­ ices," he exfffained. But, he add^ "Its piesOTt procure­ ment policies have grei^y add­ ed . to the instability of U.S. shipping." Cargo pr^erence laws presently call for a mini­ mum of 50 percent of govern­ ment cargo to be carried in U.S.-flag vessels. However, in actuality, U.S. shqis now carry much 1^ than 50 percent. FurthermcHe, <rf America's to­ tal imports and exports, U.S. vessels carry less than 5 per­ cent The California congressman said that this country would be more dependent on foreign powers, toth allies and nonallies, if a further weakening of competitive merchant ma­ rine service continues. "Any additional moves in that direc­ tion would be folly," predicted Leggett. Factors—fNTo and con Representative Leggett based his ^oomy forecast for the general cargo fleet on two es-: sential factors: Worldwide over-tonnage and strong flag discrimination by foreign ship­ pers. Noting that over-tonnage al­ ready exists on the North At­ lantic trade routes, he said it "cannot but eventually spill over to other trade routes. There will be more general car­ go shipping capacity than there will be cargoes." Referring to the intensified situation of the second factor, Leggett was strongly concerned about U.S. companies' vulnera- l^ty whidi (^ers a "axnparatively <^)ea-do(w aj^oadi to foreign trading." On the other hand, Leg^t did welcome scnne tire ac­ tions taken by the Departmoit of CcHnmerce: • Cmnmerce Sea:etai7 Mau­ rice H. Stans' letter to 1,000 the largest U.S. corpMatkxK urging that they make more ex­ tensive use of U.S. flag ship­ ping. • The estaUishment ot an Office of Market Develc^nnent within the Maritime Adminis­ tration. « Formation of a new indus­ try-labor-government group, the National Maritime Coimcil, to stimulate greater use ci American merchant ships. Leggett said he h(^d up­ coming hearings scheduled by the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries CkHnmittee on the prc^lem oi securing cargoes fmr American vessels would pro­ duce some constructive results. The Congresanan said he does not rely stddy on the out­ come oi the hearings but feds that positive actions by the Federd Maritime Commission and the Department oi Defense would further oihanoe the mprovement oi the cargo situa­ tion. "There is a need for ac­ tion by a number of executive agendes and by the Ctxigress," Leggett noted. SUP's Weisberger Named Member Of Calif. Board SIUNA Vice President Mor­ ris Weisberger has been named to the Board of Pilot Com­ missioners in San Francisco by California Gov. Ronald Rea­ gan. Brother Weisberger, who is also secretary-treasurer of the Sailors Union of the Pacific, formerly served as a member of the San Francisco Port Com­ mission. He was SUP's East Coast representative until 1957 when he succeeded the late Harry Lundeberg as the SUP's top officer. Weisberger is a vice presi­ dent of the California AFLCIO Labor Federation. He is also president of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department Port Council of the San Fran­ cisco Bay Area. Page 3 �;;; Participation of Membership Keynote Of Seafarers Educational Conference The more than 100 delegates to the fifth in the continuing series of Seafarers Educational Conferences held at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. were urged to "participate in the activities of their union and industry." The delegates, selected from ports all across the country and Puerto Rico, were told that "only through the active participation of each and every member of the union can the best results be achieved for the entire membership." During the 10-day conference delegates were instructed in various areas of concern: • Labor union history, with particular em­ phasis on seafaring unicms. • The SIU Constitution. • The SIU Contract. • The SIU Pension, Vacation and Welfare Plans. • Union meetings and shipboard behavior. • Legal and political issues and how they affect the union and its members. • The union's growing educational program. Comments by conference delegates follow. Chairmen Report on Politics and the Law Patrick Ryan New Yorii As a long time member of this union, I can look back and see, and dso appreciate, the advance­ ment this union has made through the years by having a well enlight­ ened membership and dedicated of­ ficials at the helm. I only wish that the union would have b^n able to offer me and some of my old ship­ mates the opportimities that the yoimger fellows entering this indus­ try today. I also wish to comment on the group of members that circulated the petition against our ofiScials and also against the union as a whole. I hope that in the near future that some sort of redress can be taken against these men for their criti­ cism of our elected union racers. The majority of the membership of this organization has gone on rec­ ord to support these membm and ofiScials through this investigation and woidd like to take this oppor­ tunity to reafiSrm our* stand on this issue toward our union as a whole. Hans Lee Seattle In Workshop 4 we unanimously adopted two crews conference rec­ ommendations and discussed un­ ion action, the Log, political action and education. We studied political action of the past and present and its relation to us as members. It's not only a right, but a responsibility of each and every one of us to participate and back our leaders both in Washing­ ton and at home. Washington is a political arena and we were clearly shown the low blows delivered by the Justice Dept., National Labor Relations Board and other finks against our unitm. Homer Workman New Orleans In Workshop 2 we discussed politics and law. The delegates who went to the MTD Luncheon in Washington, D.C., reported how we learned that SPAD is our back­ bone; how it works silently but with effect for our imion. If all the members in our union will take a minute and think just how the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 was pushed to partial completion=—I say partial completion for that is just what it is; we still need implementation — to partial com­ pletion by our officials and our people in Washington you will have to agree it takes money and lots of it. That money must come from us the membership so SPAD can do even more or at least hold what little we do have. James Barnes Norfolk i We had a very outstanding ses­ sion in Workshop 3. Let me tell you one thing, if we don't have friends in Washington, we don't have any rights. And without SPAD, we don't have any friends in Washington. It goes back to the old saying, you don't bite the hand that feeds you. If we don't want to die we had better support our ofiScials and help • them in every way we can, not just in SPAD or MDL alone. If we " don't we mi^t find ourselves back on the farm, looking at a mule's tail for a compass. It's a wonder­ ful feeling to Imow that we live in a country that you have the right to participate in the laws that gov­ ern you. No group of workers had had fewer friends politically in Wash­ ington than the American seaman. But such is not the case now. To­ day, through Seafarers' political donations, we have made many friends in Washington. Tew, If Any, Changes to Recommend' Phillip Barry New York Seafarers Educational Conference Thomas Bubor Boston I am satisfied with our un­ ion and am glad to be an SIU member. I am glad to have the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. I learned more in ten days here than ever before. I am ^ad our union is growing bigger and bigger. Coming back to Piney Point to me was like a school reun­ ion. I went through Piney Point about a year and a half ago. There has been a big chan^ down here since I left, for instance with the high school program. If Piney Point has changed so much since I was here before, just think what it will be like in a few years. Everett Maxwell New Orleans Before I came to Piney Point, I thought, like many other members, that it was a waste of money that could be used for other things, such as pensions, welfare, etc. After being here, I can see that it is a very important function of our union and our members. Edward Collins Norfolk It was a big thing for me to attend the Seafarers Educa­ tional Conference. It was the first conference I had attended in this union. I learned more about the history of the un­ ion, its constitution, education­ al programs, contracts, pension, welfare and vacation benefits. When I returned to my home port I had something to tell my union brothers. I told them to attend our conference, because without education you have nothing. Seafarers Educational Conference ..-.••-v. Seafarers Log �hair men Report on History ED^ION: ^TOUSl MY t> Morty Kerngood Balfimore Our subject was Labor History and we di^ussed the birth of the trade labor movement in general and the SIU in particular. It would seem that in this point in time in our own history we have encoun­ tered many bitter struggles and each struggle has made us stronger. It is also known that constant vigi­ lance is needed to protect our in­ terest We should be thankful that our founding father, Andrew Fiunseth, had the foresight in need for laws to protect the seaman. It's just as important that our present day offidads see that these laws and new laws be implemented so that the bad times in our history will not be repeated. SEA^A . ' ^ 9t -vU.. • .-..• ' - TIONAL 11 John Eddins Baltimore In Workshop 3 we had an excel­ lent presentation of Labor History and espedally the history of the sailor. Also we had an informative discussion of where we are today and what our goals are. We know the way of a seaman has always been a tough road. We have never gained anything without fighting for it. And we will not gain in fu­ ture without fighting for the things we want. To do the job we need all the education we can get-and our un­ ion needs all the SPAD donations we can give in order to obtain stronger legislation passed by con­ gress in regards to cargo and ships for our flag. Richard Stewart New Orleans Many Seafarers today take for granted the wages, omditions and benefits that we have attained over ,the past 33 years. None of us want to go back to the past. But we should never forget the many Intter struggles we have fought to achieve the things we have today. The entire labor industry has had its various fights from the first day working men joined together to bet­ ter their lives. Men like Andrew Furuseth and Harry Lundeberg will always be re­ membered for their untiring efforts made on behalf of the American seamen. Roland Hebert New Orleans In Workshc^ 2 we discussed La­ bor Histrxy. But first before mak­ ing any sttaement, I would like to just say I am surprised at Piney Point I never dreamed of us ever having the facilities that are here. We should all be proud of our union, and support it 100 percent. We should all support SPAD. Be­ cause we learned from history that since unions were formed political action was a must It was through pcditics that unions gained the first hiring rights, the rights to free col­ lective bargaining and job security. I Learned More in 10 Days Than Ever Before' Ken McGregor Son Francisco There is no question in my mind that these past 10 days have been very informative. There . are very few if any changes I could recommend as to the programs. I feel all sub­ jects are covered very good. Seafarers Educational Conference Eddie Hermandez Son Juan Marvin Hauf Norfolk After coming to this con­ ference I learned how to partic­ ipate in a meeting aboard ship. I learned a lot about the history of the SIU and the hardships my brother seamen had to go through to ac­ complish what we have today in trying to develop and uphold a good union such as we have now. Good and dandy we know about the past and we regret that but let's look ahead now and keep a true course, and the only way to acomplish this is with the help of SPAD. The members have expressed the desire to contribute more to SPAD. I feel that in my own opinion that more meetings should be held here in the hiture so as to educate the mem­ bers as to why we need SPAD, MDL and Log. The delegates here are most impressed and many of them they are going back home and lay it on the line to the die-hards in their ports. K f/. Louis Duracher New Orleans This morning we discussed the union constitution. All free soci­ eties operate under a constitution. The constitution is especially im­ portant to me because it was in­ augurated and voted on by the membership and insures all Sea­ farers their rights in the union. The constitution is one of many spokes in the great wheel of the SIU. I also must urge that all mem­ bers contribute to SPAD so that our elected officials can continqe to fight for our rights in Washington to insure the great strides this un­ ion has made in the past and will make in the future. Edwin Brown Son Francisco In all my life's experiences in the labor movement and uniraiism I've never observed an upgrading and solidarity incentive like that in­ augurated by the SIU. And with the youth training the Educational Program in progress, the SIU is assuring the entire mem­ bership a secure future. From the recruited youth through the re­ tirees. The constitution is the most im­ portant document that the union has. The constitution provides that we have our SPAD fund, MDL, and Log. These are the tools we need to make sure, we have jobs and ships for the future. John Nelson Wilmington The SIU constitution is in many ways like the Constitution of the United States in that it guarantees the rights of the individual. The SIU member should make the constitution part fff his regular reading habit. He should familiar­ ize himself with the constitution, because it is part of his life wheth­ er he is ashore or at sea. It explains the method in which we elect offi­ cials, it defines the duties of the trial committee, the appeals com­ mittee, the finance ccnnmittee and the credentials committee. More knowledge of the constitution and its content provide the basis for a more democratic way of life for the union membership. James Meyers San Francisco One of the things that I found is that a lot of us are not up to date on what's happening to our Constitution. The Constitution is our bible; it's what we live by and I feel that every one of us should know our Constitution from begin­ ning to end. This may sound a bit critical, but it's true some of the delegates do not know that Con­ stitution. My advice is to get into it and try to understand a little more atout it. Because without that con­ stitution 1 don't think we'd have anything. Page 5 �Chairmen Report on Education • '411 'HI Pete Hammel Houston Otto Pederson Houston I have only been here at Piney Point for three days yet I am amazed at the foresight our union has in preparing young men to carry on the tradition of going down to sea in ships. When many of us seated here in this hall today have put away our sea bags for the last time, we can feel secure in the knowledge that we have left the seafaring legacy in capable hands. There are few un­ ions in the world today who take care cS its members from the cradle to the last dispatch. But SlU training and education does not start and md with the trainee. Seafarers presently gping to sea may crane to Piney Point to upgrade themselves to higher rat­ ings, which means more take home pay for their families. In Workshop 3 we had a good discussion on education. Education is something I never had much of. 1 went to the same college as most of you guys and received the same degree. A degree in booze, broads, and horses. Like the rest of you 1 am here to learn something else. Education is the key to the fu­ ture of the SIU. Education will raaUe us to be better qualified to figjht our battles in the future. Remranber a well informed member­ ship will make us a stronger union. Our young men training here at Piney Point will know the score when they go aboard ship. All our members will know the facts about SPAD and MDL and the inqxntance of Piney Point to the labor movement. Alan Whitmer New York We discussed education at the HLSS. We can now understand why it is so vital to our future. These past days have helped to dispel any rumors about Piney Point that were detrimental. It proves, too, that we must be further educated about our union, the craft, and the problems we face today and those we will encounter in the future. Andrew Furuseth said, "Tomorrow is also day." Paul Hall had the foresi^t to know that we need education to be better equipped to face our problems, and the amazing ability of a unique type of leadership that has made this facility possible. Talmadge Moss Mobile After the slides and the fruitful discussion we had in Workshop 1, it's very obvious as to what each and every one of us, has got to do when we get back to our ports and ship out. In this educational conference we have learned the foUowing: Where we have come from; where we are today; and where we are going in the future. We have to translate this knowled^ to our brothers who have not had the oj^rtunity to visit Piney Point and especially to the brothers who don't think they need to visit Piney Point. For the SIU and the Labor Movement' Ernest M. Bivant Jacksonville I believe it to be not only the duty but oUigation of every SIU man who considers him­ self to be a union man to at­ tend these delegate conferences. It is for his own benefit as well as for what he can do afterwards for the SIU and the labor movement as a whole. Joseph Bennett Jr. Mobile The educational craiference really opened my eyes to the real purpose and Ae importance of the SIU. The interest of our unirai will not take on meaning to our brothers until they have been educated to understand today's problems, and be aware of how to solve them. We as members the SIU should per­ form in a manner that will make our leaders proud to rep­ resent us, through unity, disci­ pline, dependability and fi­ nances. Waltor Petty New York The training facilities are fabulous. The students leam more about the union before they leave the school than some of the members know now that are sailing. The student goes through the same material the conferees do, so the new mem­ ber is just as well informed on what is going on in the SIU today. W. C. Coppage Son Francisco I learned alot about labor history in my workshop. The food in the Anchor Room is good and the people at Piney Point are very mce. Leroy J. Doty New York I have just spent ten days at Piney Point and have enjoyed myself. I have learned more about our union through these workshop classes, and it has given me greater insight into the workings of the various as­ pects of the union. There should be a way to bring all members to Piney Point and to let them see for themselves and in turn I am sure we would have a more well informed and satisfied membership. L E. Ellison Houston There is no way you can tell of the beauty of Piney Point to a brother semnan. I recom­ mend if he has not seen this place he should come to HLSS. I am grateful to the leaders in this great union for the c^portunity to come to the Seafarers Educational Confer­ ence. David L. Dickinson Houston I like the way Piney Point operates. The classes, the rec­ reation activities are well planned, the buildings and grounds are well kept, the boats are in ship-shape, and the best I have seen is the flag cere­ monies in the morning and evening. I am looking forward to another visit and thank all responsible for HLSS for com­ ing this fm in just a few years. Seafarers Educational Conference Robert R. Bunch San Francisco It has been my pleasure to attend the fifth educational conference at Piney Point to see first hand what Paul Hall is doing in Washington to pro­ tect the jobs of American sea­ men. This has given me a great feeling of job security. Through his efforts the SIU has become one of the most powerful and respected unions in the labor field. - V-fl - : !ll James H. Dickinson Mobile I have learned many things that I otherwise wouldn't if I hadn't come to this convention. So many things we - take for granted. It takes a lot of work by all officials and members to make a union like ours to work. If we can get a majority of our members educatt^ to the problems that the union faces, then our task will be easier. •*1 • i \ Bill Chandler Wilmington, • yyyMiirk The job that is being done at HLSS for the young men is outstanding. I've been sailing from 1928 and never once did it cross my mind that I would see something like this. It is a place I'll talk about to every young man I see from now on. John T. Bowman . San Francisco The educational conferraee should be attended by or brought to all the members, that they may have the op­ portunity to have the misrepre­ sentations, rumors and distor­ tions that we hear from misin­ formed people and sources cleared up and discussed. 4* ;• ' •>-4 I« Page 6 - •> •* 'J ,; Seafarers Log �'A Most ThoroughJ, Comprehensive Program' , • ' . William D. Coggins New York I am proud to say that my membership in this union has been enriched by visiting our wonderful training and vacation center here at Piney Point. The most impressive task our union is performing here is the preparation and training of our future seafarers. There isn't a more thorough comprehensive program available to seafarers anywhere. Jerry D. Effinger Mobile The main reason for the edu­ cational conference is to pre­ pare the members for the future and let them know what steps - the union is taking to protect our welfare. We as members of ' this union should educate our­ selves to every move the union makes and what is being done to keep the ships under Ameri­ can flags. The educational con­ ference has all the information that union men want to know. John Zajchowski Norfolk ' . • . Ik/- . ^ • . , The progress that has been made by our union is aston­ ishing. There was a time when seamen had no privileges aboard ships. The food was bad, the pay was poor and the work and bad treatment was most unbearable. Now all has changed and what we have now just didn't happen by itself. It came about by a lot of hard work put in by all our officials. Ernesto A. Yaldes New York Sailing has been the only means of support for me and my family. Although being an active seaman all those years, I never had the opportunity to acquire real knowledge of the whereabouts of my imion. Dur­ ing my ten-day stay at Piney Point I did get this experience. Hiroshi Shiba Son Francisco Unlike their predecessors, the HLSS students of today are offered a well-planned cxirriculum by a competent faculty staff, in modern, well-equipped classrooms. And so too, the Piney Point jokes of yesterday have faded from shipboard life. Sanford H. Word Mobile It is really something to see how the SlU is training the young men here at Piney Point and seeing how eager these young men are to learn. I won't worry about the future of my union because I know it will be left in good hands. Leonard Steinhardt New York If we want a strong merchant marine we must support SPAD and MDL. Only by our dona­ tions can we have a strong un­ ion. I strongly suggest that we all support SPAD and MDL. I now know and under­ stand the overall picture of our program and understand the union better now than in all the years that I have been sailing with the SIU. Frank O'Koorian Philadelphia I have been in the union since 1951, and I didn't know much about it until I came to Piney Point Conference in 1971. Then I saw all the prob­ lems the SIU had and what was done, and is being done to correct them. M. R. Williams New York While at Piney Point I learn­ ed a great deal about our union and its continuous struggle to survive. From this conference I now have a better idea of what's going on and what I can do to help keep this union strong. Gary Shaneyfelt New York All I can really say is noth­ ing that has not been said many times before; That I really learned a lot and enjoyed my­ self very much. I come away from this conference with the feeling of satisfaction that now I more clearly understand the problems facing us. Bill E. Ware Upgrader I am very happy to see the school advance as it's doing at the present. I know for myself, that if you came through Piney Point, you were on a gravy train. You get all the opportu­ nity in the world to be some­ body. I look at Piney Point as being the best advancing school that a young man could ever go to and get ahead in such little time. Carl H. Silcox Mobile 1 :• , Fred Woodward . Boston As I say, I really got an edu­ cation here. Especially on the subject of SPAD. I never got a clear picture as to how it worked, ffiough I have donated. Now that I understand it more, I shall donate more. ^ In this conference education and everything is explained so everyone can understand about all the principles and functions of the SIU constitution, con­ tracts, vacations, death benefits, political and every bit of ex­ plaining that is needed about our SIU. They leave no stone unturned. Eddie Villasol Son Juan It is a good thing to educate these boys at HLSS but also we should educate our member­ ship. They also should come here to leam at this fine place at Piney Point, Maryland. Chairman Report on Union Meetings Charles Shirah Mobile The SIU members at sea have always been encouraged to take an active part in the affairs of the un- . ion through regular shipboard meetings. This is a guaranteed right under the SIU contract. Proper minutes should be kept and forwarded to headquarters. This is the union's method of com­ munication from its members at sea. Every ship at sea should be made \\ . aware of the impprtance of SPAD. For without it—there won't be any ships at sea. September 1971 Efrain Sierra Son Juan In Workshop 1 we discussed un­ ion meetings and shipboard be­ havior. Only through union meet­ ings both on the ships and in the union halls can we map the course of our union. These meetings give every member an opportunity to express his opinion. An informed membership makes a strong union. I strongly urge every member to fulfill his union obligation and ac­ cept delegate appointments to at­ tend all union meetings. Louis Estrada New Orleans In Workshop 2 we had a good discussion on union meetings and shipboard behavior. All members have to realize the importance of the shipboard meetings. We can best accomplish this by taking what we have learned at this conference and repeating the same program aboard ship. If We want to continue our ship­ board meetings we must make sure that we have ships to have meet­ ings on. This is why we must do­ nate to MDL, SPAD and the Log. These are the tools to get bills passed in Congress to give our ships cargo to carry. James Pierce Philadelphia We as Seafarers are a group of our own. We unite and form poli­ cies and help our cause by electing men who can and will speak for us. ^ Shipboard meetings are a must. Every meeting should be attended by all crew members whom should take interest in the affairs of the union. Although it is all within our reach, to read, to study and dis­ cuss these meetings, it is very easy to let it pass by and let the other fellow do it. Page 7 �-'r;-^ '• • "xxx-^ )^.xrx:x: XxX?-X^":t.: - •".: ^x x Chairmen Report on Fringe Benefits John Ford New Orleans In Workshop 3 we studied and talked about the value at our frin^ benefits which to me are just as important, if not mOre so, in the long run than the pay offs. Our pension and welfare plans are in good financial condition be­ cause of the diligent efforts of our leadership. We also discussed att^pts of the Administration to dose the PHS or marine ho^itals, at a time when everybody needs more hospi­ tals. The SIU and maritime labor has led the fight to keep these hos­ pitals open. Hobart Kirlcwood , , Jacksonville In Worktop 2 our Welfare and Pension Plans were discussed. I found that this is the most liberal insurance protection that we as members of this union have. Our welfare plan is not in dan­ ger as is the plan of the National Martime Uni(Hi, thanks to our lead­ ers and the unity of this member­ ship. Carl Hawks Norfolk in Workshop 1 we thoroughly discussed all our Pension, Welfare and Vacation Benefits. We should all be proud that this union today has the soundest pension plan in Maritime. We have the best union in the world. We also havei. the best benefits. I recommend to all of you to go looking for the patrolman and g^ve your fair share to SPAD, MDL and the Log. i: Joe Blanchard New Orleans Having discussed the various fringe benefits in Workshop 4 gave me a real sense of security know­ ing that the SIU leadership had the foresight and imagination to lise caution and discretitm in planning for our pensimi, welfare and vaca­ tions. AU these wonderful benefits did not come easy but were the direct result of hard wmk by the mem­ bership and sound negotiating on the part of the unkm leadendiip. HLSS Affords An Opportunity for Young Men' Jimmla D. O. Cokar Seattle Fili^ Puleo Tampa So this was my chance to come now and see what was here. I was very much sur­ prised to see the things that are being done here, and for the past ten days I have been sur­ prised at the thihgs I have learned here. Walter Muallar Tampa I attended the Seafarers Edu­ cational Conference here. I had no idea what it would be like, I did not expect to find what I did. It is a wonderful place. I have seen and learned more about our Union, that isi, in the educational field, than I learned in the 26 years I have been in the uniorL I thought I knew all that was necessary to know about the union, but after arriving here, I immediately realized how little I really knew. I have never learned so much so fast The .education about the SIU—^wfaere we came frcmi, where we are now, where we are going, and how we are go­ ing to get there is astonishing. Piney Point is the place to come for recreation, friendsh^, pleasure and knowledge. Vernor Poulsen Seatfle I should like to report that from my observations Piney Point HLSS affords a wonder­ ful opportunity for young men to learn a meaningful and re­ warding vocation from thor­ oughly competent teachers amid comfortable and pleasant sur­ roundings. E. Somnson Jacksonville It gave me great pleasure to come here and attend this con­ ference at Piney Point. I have been very impressed in this great masterpiece of the Harry Lundeberg School with all its facilities. Joseph Korchak New York I saw the great strides the union has made since we were organized. The ccmditions were very bad, as the old timers can tell you. Piney Point was a dream at one time but now it is a reality. The trainees are getting a good education here. The union is as good as the members make it. Through good leadership when a person retires he can retire with dig­ nity. Without a good union we would be in a hell of a mess. Frank Przybypska Son Francisco Being a member and sailing for years I always had a few dollars in my pocket and now am taking a few out to give to SPAD for a good need and hope every SIU member will feel the same to keep the SIU on top for better things to come. Louis Pickhart Hoasfon I am glad that I was given the chance to come to Piney Point. This is the best yet. I got a chance to visit all of the classrooms. I was very im­ pressed. John H. Richardson San Francisco While working, struggling and improving our wages and conditions steadily throughout the years, many of us have be­ come impatient and discour­ aged. The change was not fast enough. For those of us lucky enough to come to this educa­ tional conference, this defeatist attitude can be dispelled and we can be realistic and rational about our achievements. They are many! Jose Perez James Gard New Orleans Ed Hawkins New Orleans The progress in education and upgrading is tremendous and the instructors they have here are tops, so are the teachers. The farm and plans are very sound and logical. Too bad we couldn't have started sooner on self-support and plans for the retired seamen and family and a place for the single retirees. ' ' iwky. • \y • In his inauguration address. President John Keimedy said that it's not what your country can do for you, it's what you can do for your country. The same holds true for our union. It's not what the union can do for us, it's what we can do for our union and its leaders. Houston I recommend that these slides and all the material that is used in the conference be put on all ships .. . especially those on long trips. They should also be shown in every port, say on a monthly basis. I think that all the membership will benefit by this presentation. Seafarers Educational Conference •y£. ' 'i| -.'V •' .v- • • Otto' Hoepner New York "V -y. 'V ' When we got here last Wednesday at Piney Point I was amazed to find such a fine place which our union has started in 1967 and I am proud to belong to such a great un­ ion as ours. I have learned a lot about our union's history eves though, I myself have been a niember since 1944. And I found these seven workshop meetings during the day very helpful and great for our edu­ cation. • • I �'. What I Saw I Liked' H. H. Johnson - Houston If anybody had told me in 1944 when I first joined the union that we would have a set up like this today I would have been certain they were nuts. The whole thing is amazing. The instructors are very good. There is more time for ques­ tions, answers;, etc. than at ship board meetings. I wish I could have had a chance at some­ thing like this when I first started to sea. Jim Howison Son Francisco I came here because I heard pro and con about this place. What I saw I liked. You get straight answers and facts. It would be to every Seafarer's interest to come and see for himself. And what you see here will be a bit of the future, and that's the direction we ^tter look. John S. Foster • New York In 1938 the SIU started out as a mere group of unwanted but high-spirited Seafarers. These dedicated men knew ex­ actly what they wanted for themselves and their posterity, and they went through hell and fire to achieve what we now have. It took real men like Brother Andrew Furuseth, Brother Harry Lundeberg, and Brother Paul Hall to point those Seafarers of yesteryear down the narrow and hazardous road which contains our posi­ tive security such as pension, welfare, vacation, and count­ less other benefits available to us today. We can't stop now. Robert Johnson New York At the conference I under­ stood through documentary films and publications the origin, history, and functions of the SIU. The constitution, contract, welfare, education, and other aspects of the SIU were dis­ cussed thoroughly and all ques­ tions and suggestions were giv­ en full attention. I now fully appreciate the struggles and the victories from which the mem­ bers and officials have secured the finest of benefits. Melvin Knickman Baltimore I have learned a great deal since I came to Piney Point. The experience here at Piney Point has been most enlighten­ ing in all fields. The education­ al program is tops, I am glad that these boys here are getting their schooling at the Educa­ tional Department, because I did not have schooling myself. James Ferryman Mobile I was very surprised when I came to Piney Point. I have gained a lot. One saying I like very much, "Tomorrow is also a day" and I see my union is looking out for that day. Edward Kuhar New Orleans Junius Lacks Houston Nice to know that all Sea­ farers on pension today are as­ sured of receiving their full checks for 10 years more even if we go broke tomorrow. Nice to know we are that solvent. But tomorrow is another day. More ships, more crews and good top leadership can make this gravy train longer and bet­ ter. So help train the kids who come out of HLSS. I for one, didn't care too much about coming to Piney Point. But aftering seeing and learning things that I did, I will say that I am glad I had the opportunity to come here, and hope to come back. I think everyone of our Brothers should try and attend these con­ ferences here, when one gets the chance to do so. Leroy Jiles New York This experience here at Piney Point has so enlightened me as to the future, a day goes by fast. It has truly been an edu­ cational conference as well as a wonderful vacation. Thanks to all the officials and the people that make up Piney Point. William Langfo'rd San Francisco 1 was a very lucky Seafarer to get out of so many corrupted unions and join one which has done its utmost for its mem­ bers. I am proud to say that to belong to the SIUNA has been one of my luckiest ven­ tures. The conference here has really opened my eyes and mind to the many changes the union officials have gotten for the members. I was surprised to find such a nice and pleasant place as Piney Point, for I really didn't think the union had all the things it said about Piney Point. James MacKenzie Wilmington At this Piney Point installa­ tion, the buildings, the people, the landscaping, the boats, the yachts, the efficiency with which everything is carried out is in proper SIU style. This should be brought to the at­ tention of the membership in such a style that such an im­ pact could only happen here in the USA, in the SIUAiMj District. George W. Murrili Mobile My stay at HLSS has been a very pleasant and interesting one. All the years I have been going to sea I was un­ aware of the union's great work and the things they are doing at Piney Point. The wonderful school they have for the young boys that are to become sea­ men is most heartening. Chairmen Report on Contract Joe Domino Chuck Hill New York Houston We discussed the contract in Workshop 1. It was interesting to discover how our contracts are ne­ gotiated and enforced. With this undeirstanding and explanations we realize that the offici^s have done an excellent job in maintaining our job security. And that our officials should continue to protect our in­ terests by whatever methods are necessary. Whether it be in Wash­ ington with the shipowner or in the other areas. As you all know we studied the Union Contract, and I found that to really appreciate the value of our union contract all we have to do is look back a few years when there was no contract. The boss told you when to start and when to finish. Your food was terrible and some­ times rotten or in short supply, and your bunk wasn't much bigger than a coffin. And the boss told you how much he was willing to pay and that was very little. September 1971 John Benedict In Workshop 3 we discussed our contract at great length. I have to say I have a better understanding of what I work with. I also have to say that we as Seafarers have the best contract, the best working con­ ditions in the industry. Compared to the NMU we have a better con­ tract. But, much better still, we have jobs. Let us not forget those SPAD donations that helped in the pas­ sage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. Through these donations we should help our contracted com­ panies so they can stay alive and compete in the maritime industry. Herbert Caloe Boston In Workshop 4 we had a con­ structive discussion on our Con­ tract. The slide presentation clear­ ly showed the hard fight the sailor has always had to get the Contract we work under today. We face many problems and if we are going to siuvive our members miftt un­ derstand all the issues. They must understand that the best way to fight our enemies is to give our union officials full dedi­ cated support. (Continued on Page 13) Page 9 �"'^i Throw the Switch! to the editor the Editor: Keep up th^ hi^ work. My husbarid Frederick andii'M' the issues from cover to cover and marvel at the . ||ftranderful achievements at the SlU school at Piney©| =^olnt, Md., especially the opportunities for young men * become Seafarers. Mr. and Mrs. Haflihorh Pawtucliet, R.1.02860 Man ^ro 'the EditoR:;; . This letter is to say thank you for the prompt atten- ^ tion given to my application for a nwmal pension. I i ha\« received my checks right on time and wanted to fexpress my deepest appreciation to the union and.to all who have done so much for me. It has been my pleasure to be part of such a great union; and although I am now inactive, 1 am a firm believer and supporter of union policies. I shall always lemember what the SlU has done for me. Comeiius Higglnbot^ill^,-^ Port Arthur, Tex. • • ^ j fe..: SlU Scholarships The opening of school this mbnth brings to mind the urgency of planning and preparing for higher education. For Seafarers with three years seatime and for their children, the SlU is again offering scholarships worth $10,000 each, money that can be used to study in any academic field at any ac­ credited university chosen by the five winners. SlU scholarships have benefitted members and their dependents for near­ ly a score of years now, and they have become a proud SlU tradition. Winners have studied in fields ranging from an­ thropology to zoology, in the arts and in the sciences. And their SlU scholarships were an important aid in getting a com­ plete education in a period of rising aca­ demic costs. The first step for those eligible for SlU scholarships is to obtain an applica­ tion. Procedures for that are outlined on Page 32 of this issue. It can never be too early to apply, not for something as valu­ able as a good education. Post-freeze Menace There is another menace lurking and threatening to engulf the labor movement in November. The menace is a 21-point anti-labor plan sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber has found that the time is ripe to dissect labor's strength—a move prompted by labor's opposition to the 90-day wageprice freeze. For many years now the Chamber has been urging anti-labor legislation and for many years its efforts have failed to gain congressional action. The drive will start "after the 90-day wage-price freeze expires," said the executive vice president of the Chamber. Its objectives have long been known. Labor knows what it will face in November. The Chamber's "labor rela­ tions committee"'of more than 100 com­ pany lawyers, meeting last month in Washington formulated what it called "long-range solutions" to labor manage­ ment relations. Among the changes urged by the Chamber committee are: Page 10 • Elimination of union shop and un­ ion security clauses in contracts. • Establishment of courts or a labor court to handle unfair labor practice cases rather than through the National Labor Relations Board. • Outlawing of Joint union bargaining and denying the NLRB the right to desig­ nate a union as the bargaining agent when a fair election is impossible. There is really no choice in the direc­ tion labor should follow. Labor leaders have strongly denounced the inequities of the current economic policy. Labor is against anti-labor legislation which would wipe out in one afternoon what it has taken decades to build and maintain. Unions are for the people—the wage workers of this land. The Chamber feeds the fat cats. The independent, powerful, respected and competent position which labor has retained has been established and rein­ forced by banding together. In unity, la­ bor stands tall and strong. By division, the alliance is defeated. Labor standing solid will remain strong. A Proud Member : To the Editor: .y- ./s;.: . yy| i I am writing you this note in deep appreciation few 4 the SlU's services to me and my vnfe in the past year of nty retirement. I feel that I must express my deep gratitude te tibe 1 SlU f(w its efforts in behalf of the pensioner, and i am truly proud to be a member. P. J. Thoraton ladinonvflle, Flaf Prompt and Kind i To the Editor: This is to inform you that I received the check of J $104 for my late husband's (Scuddy Allemand) sick- | ness and accident benefit. I don't quite know how to | express my gratitude and thanks to the SlU. I have nothing but praise for a union that has been . so prompt and kind to me in my sorrow, thank you again. ,1^ Mrs. Bemice Allemand ^ A Fine Vacation the Editor: yy , I am writing to thank the SlU for the most enjcyy able and memorable vacation both myself and my wife} spent at the SIU's Piney Point, Md. vacation center. The food, facilities and accommodations were superb|i Both myself and my wife were impressed with th^j dream city for retired Seafarers that will be an accom­ plishment for the future. Our only regret is that this| Isn't a reality now. I am proud to say I am a member of this great organization. We are looking forward to returning next year to the Piney Point vacation center. yyy.y:.y- ; ' . ' September 1971 Fraternally Herbert W. Dierking BEkFAmwrnnmhOQ Vol. XXXIII, No. 9 Ofticlal Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO Executive Board P»ul Hall, Ptesidint Cal Tanner, Execmht Viet-Presidiut Earl Shepard, Vice-PresidtHt Al Kerr, Secrefary-Treasurrr Lindsey Williams, Vici-Ptisidtnl Al Tanner, Vict-Prtsidem Robert Matthews, Vict-Prejiden! Published monthly at 810 Rhode Island Avenue N.E., Washington, D.C ZOOIS by Seafaiers interrstional Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, N.V. 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Second class postage paid at Washington, D.C. jy|:}yyy ; Seafarers Log �Labor Demands 'Equal Sacrifice of All As Price of Post—Freeze Cooperation ft 'i •• Hie ixioe of fadxK's coopa^dion wiHi mA price oontrok idler (be expirarion of die Prerideat^s wstge/price fieeee Nov. 13, is a voice in die ptannBg of the raacfainray tfasEt adll govern die oootroUed period. That became dear in Labor Day mcssi^ of AFL-OO Piesideat George Meany who spded ont the sole labor must play in the seOh^ vp of coatiob on the nadcm's economy. ^'What ever OOOKS aftn: dus {freeze), we aie iiadk iridi our of^nri poritkm that we will oocpente m any ffan, any i^stera, pnmding that It is ciijallrillr. and provided it cdls bx eqnal sacriioe on the part of ail the pet^de," Meany told a gronp of Lahore toagh posiliaa, the oesalt of a vole ol the Executive Couacfl on Apg. 19, was simHned ii^ in die councirs statement, send to a padked {»ess conference by Mr. Meany. "The 6eeze is onequitable, imjust, unfan- and anw<»kaMe,^ die couBcil said. 'The ^bct of (he Pread^^s freeze is to every collective bmgoning agreement m private iadwtry wfakh prorides a wage CH* sslaiy adiwtmBnt (hnhig the 90Hday period. Of course, cimplBycas wM thus pocket ^ditiaaal pro&s for dwh- prioes airoaify lefiect wage incxeases that are doe, but wludi Ac Presidraft si^ cannct be paid," the oooacd added. The couflcd also struck out at the Ninon tax package cailii^ k, "hfadison Avenue gmimickry." The comcd vowed to 'iight this ^¥eaw:i^ m the li • »• A. r In later remarks, Meany said that the 10 pcxcestt inveament credit, 10 p^cent border tax poite and the accderiukm of an increase in cxranptions &om incoam taxes was a mistAe. "This leaves the President." Meai^ said, "with a d<M of $4.2 biflton for fiscri 1972. So he hadte^ and o&et duU S he wanted to keep the budget in baiaiice for 1972." Memy crhidzed die i^osideitt^s j^upoHib for evemng the deficit, saymg that tei suggealians of delays in weifare refonn and cevenne for nducxians in tte number of fedend were the wrong end of the eoononuc pale. "Here he creates a deficit nnd leaves (he poot; the govemmeot employes and the cxties which are in desperate comlittmi finandi^y to pay dm bS," Meany smd. Coaocil" donnnaied by Seocetary of the Tremuty Icfim Coraaaily, b^an isroing darifications of foe freeze pdk^ and proddfog locphotes for those who had tniHBeK pending. The "Cost d livii^ Ccmncil" began issuing ques­ tion and answra' press rdeases on the freeze proviskms, a tactic which the AFLCIO said, "does not ixwwlitwlc erfcwcemcDt." And Sep. fosqih P. Addabbo, ^dcmg at a hrabhoon of Ate AFLHCIO Maritime Trades Departmeot stm^y critidzed one d tiie loopholes, that of seasomi vmsatams in tiie price of food. "A ddU, after all, doero't have a seasana% adimted qppetite," Rq>. Addafabo said. ft imd become apparent foat, evoi thou^ labor was not oooperating in tibe freeze, foe Pr^ident had. nsed powers granted to him under an act passed last Thus fahor begte to train its big guns on Coa^ess, whidh lednned from a monfo's vacailon Sept. 8. Meany admduled an ^pearance SepL 13 before foe ffrane Ways amd Means Conmiitiee;, where (he tax Itjjiilniion or^nste. In a Labm- Day week­ end mtcrvicfw he sod foat labor's si^gest^is for aliBiaatiwes to foe Prestdenf s tax plan wMl be pre­ sented ihmi. Prior to Meany's announcement, &^. W^mr D. D.-Aak., diaiimsui of the Ways and Means pmel, smd he was intere^ed in a further ^eed-up of foe income (ax exenqition increise schedded in Jan. 1973 and suggested for Jmi. 1972 by the President. Rep. ItMIs said he foou^ it should become effec­ tive as of AiBg. 15, the date of imposition of the wage/ pdK fooeae. Mr. MMs also said he opposed bnsinms Info foe Preridfent's 10 percent mvestmem fox crefot and the rnxxlo-at^ de^eciatkm allowance '•igdinuiiliid % foe Afonml^atoB last January. Other (ax proposalB to be heard tiie cmnmlttee, mdade one by Sea. Geofge MoGovran, D.-S.D., foat wmdd piaoe a (ax on excessive profits simfou- to one imposod darii^ the Korean War. The McGovntn idea for an excess profits tax, was :ifpplaudDd by M«my, who si^ *X3h, an ^Eoess profits tu woiM oontrol (profits) veiy sinqply." ft burmiir apparent tima, from ludilic dncnmiaas, dMt foe real would reaolre arauml Ihe issae of what idmd of oonbOk wradd remain on foe economy after the wage/price freeze expues Nov. 13 ami who In Labcn Day statements, Meany said labor would give a "no-strflce" pledge if and only if it were in­ cluded in the plannmg of the contrds for the econ­ omy in the post-freeze period. Meany said that, "in the absence of anything else that would be acceptable to Ifoor," a board sufo as the War Labor Board of World War 11 vintage could be structured to serve foe needs of the nation. Meany said the kqrs to foat board had been a wUlingness on labor's part to give up strikes for a return {^ge d no lockouts by management; arrangemrot of machinery to handle ^^ances as they arose; mid voluatmy conqdiance with foe board's findings. "If sudh a bomd d labor, business and foe public wme estddished with labor partic^ation mid con­ sent," Meany told a natHmwide televirion audience, "we could give a no-strike pledge. 1 see no reason why we coiddn't." 'EqaaiSmiifioefarAir Meany indicated foat labor would seek foe in­ clusion of a number d provisums in the CongressicHial action «m the President's program. Ammg tbem: • Equal sacrifice of all segments cd foe economy. • Tax justice including the closing cf loopholes in current tax law, and additional taxes cm profits to insure business participation along with labor. • A fuU^dged enforcement agency to watch for violaticMis and assure the equality cd sacrifice. • Restoration cd fimds to be used to benefit welfare recipients, cities and other worthwhile proj­ ects. • A central organizaticm to administer economic recovery once the freeze is Idled. In bis Labor Day message. President Meany summed it up for rii woikin^Ben: "The economy has to be made to work for all foe pecqjle—^indodii^ the aged, the jobless, foe untrained mid ail the others who need it the most but who are getting tiie least out cd It. These are foe veiy people who are beh^ ariced to bear the burden cd foe Presi­ dent's uufak sad uaequitidtie p^cies. "We dmmmd ecxxumiic justice. We demand fuO mnpfoymewt, for o^y frtii ei^foyraeiit wffl produce prosper^ for aM .^tericans. "Hus K (he ^nd of America's trade unionists. It is a goal we b^eve in. And c» tiiis Labor Day 1971, we 0edge oar frdi resomces to achieving it." arCmponiion * The oooncd said, "die Adrnkustitdion has dnsea to give nuxe tax fareidcs to weidthy coiporalians;" The cowmil praised the President for rcmoripg the excise tax on antomobiles, but added, "there re­ mains a large, unfilled need for puUic investment and expanded public services." The council criticized the 10 percent border tax as, "at best a trasporary stopgap." Hm council said, "it is not a 10 percent tax on idl unpoits as die President indicated to the pea|de. Many goods are exempted, and the foil tax will not be levied on those goods which are already taxed at a rate curroidy less than 10 peicoit." The council also praised the President for action amounting to a devaluatirxi of the U.S. dollar on foreign money markets. The council urged a Congresskmal investigation of monetary speculation to diamine if American banks and firms were acting against dieh nation's best interest in monetary market speodations. Finally, the AFL-CIO council declared it had, "absolutdy no faith in the ability al President Nixon to successfully manage the economy of this nation for the benefit of the majority of its citizens." The council urged Congressional action to mmiage the economy and return it to sound footing. 'Clarifications' Issued Those were the first soundings in what appears to be shaping up as a battle over the future of the na­ tion's economy. In reply to labor's policy of not cooperating with Administration efforts to sell the new economic pro­ gram, the Administration, through a "Cost of Living September 1971 AFL-CIO President Meany reads Executive Council statement to the press. Page 11 �Seafarers Play ^Santa' to Vietnamese Orphans SlU-Contracted Seafrain Carolina Delivers Donated Sifts to Qui Nhon Colonel Andrew Witico, commanding officer of the Qui Nhon Army Terminal, and Staff Sgt. OIlie Bowman help one tiny tot select a gift from the materials delivered by the crew of the SlU-contracted snip. In background (holding child) is Seafarer Don Burgyone, who sails as third mate aboard the Seafrain Carolina, and Emilio Sierra (dark glasses and hat) who sails in the deck department. The lives of more than 200 Vietnamese orphans are just a little bit brighter now after a visit from SIU members aboard the Seatrain Carolina. The children, all under the age of seven, are being cared for at the Ghenh Rang (Tender liger) Orphanage in Qui Nhon, Viet­ nam by a staff of only three Catholic nuns. Through the good will of friends of the orphanage, a sub­ stantial amount of children's clothing, toys, and other needed items were donated for distribution to the children, but transporta­ tion of the gifts to the orphanage was presenting a problem. When the officers and crew of the Seatrain Carolina learned of the children's pli^t frmn the U.S. Army's Transportation Ter­ minal, they volunteered to transport the valuable cargo aboard their ship which was on a voyage from San Francisco to Qui Nhc». Not satisfied with just off-loading the gifts in the port, the men of the Seatrain Carolina decided to personally hand out the gifts to the children themselves—after adding a few gifts of their own to the shipment The cargo of gifts was delivered early, and one observer remarked; "When the Seafarers arrived and the children began to get thengifts, it looked just like Christmas morning. "It was hard to tell who was more delighted—the children or the 'Santas,' " he added. In a thank you letter to the-men of the Seatrain Carolina writ­ ten by Colonel Andrew B. Witko, commander of the Army Trans­ portation Terminal at Qui Nhon, he noted: "The members of the Transportation Unit extend their thanks and sincere appreciation to all who contributed towards making the day a most joyous and exciting one for the CMphmt children. "The staff of the Ghenh Rang Orphanage has asked us to convey their grateful appreciation to you also. "I can say on behalf of all the members of the U.S. Army Transportation Terminal that you, as Americans, have befriended these deserving Vietnamese children." The word is being passed to all SIU ships in the Far East by the crew of the Seatrain Carolina that they too can play Santa by dropping off a gift at the Tender Hger Orphange the next time they make the port of Qui Nhon. 9 •a The Mother Superior of Ghenh Rang Orphanage helps Col. Witko and Capt. Trygve Haagensen of the Seatrain Carolina unpack some of the donated gifts delivered to the Qui Nhon facility by the SlU-contracted vessel and her officers and crew. Page 12 ^ Mother Superior of the orphanage looks over one of the gifts brought to the orphanage by the Seatrain Carolina's crew. The cute South Vietnamese orphan in the background had eyes only for the photographer. Seafarers Log �WWSWSffi IT! Ideas Are Reality' Louis J. G. Mercedes Bennie Morgan Mobile A/ew York Having graduated from HLSS at Piney Point three years ago, I was impressed up<m arriving at the conference, because so much has changed. All there was here then was mud and some good ideas. Today all the ideas are reality and the schocd is progressing rapidly. I am very amazed at what I have learned since I have been in this conference. It is very amazing to know that our leaders have made it possible to give the brothers the op­ portunity to learn all the by­ laws of our union. I, for (me, have learned more in the 10 days than I have in the years I have been a brother oi our union. Wilbur Coutant Now York As to my personal thoughts, I can only say that this has been the most revealing period of my 23-year association with the SIU. I feel now that I know our union. I know where we've been, where we stand now, and what our objects are in the future. Anthony Notturno New York The Fifth SIU Educational Conference at Pinej^ Point, Md. ... in which I was dele­ gated to become a part . . . T find has become a part of me. I came here out of curiosity and am learning with the feel­ ing I will want to return. John William Pens New York To begin with, Piney Point School of Seamanship was a great surprise to me. The place is so beautiful and covers so large an area, and the facilities at Piney Point for the new young members are the best available. It is a place where the delegates have their con­ ferences and learn about what is going on in the labor move­ ment. Herbert Libby J jt /• Son Francisco Although I have heard much about Piney Point, in the past year or two, both pro and con, aboard ship and ashore, I found that it's next to impossiUe to get a clear picture from a distance. One must see for oneself. I have seen and am favorably impressed. Edward F. Allen Baltimore Seeing is believing. Take it from a so-called old timer, circa '37 SIU. Nominate yourself for an educational conference, see for yourself what the leadership under Paul Hall has going for all of the membership. You will not only learn from your workshop sessions, you will have a chance to make sugges­ tions and voice your opinions, you will be listened to. Piney Point is the place to find out where we are going as a union. • ;»JSv Leonard Martin Houston I would like to say that I have enjoyed my 10 days here at Piney Point. I have become very interested in the different subjects discussed in the work shops each day. At one time or another we've all heard about most of the activities and different thin^ about our Un­ ion, but it has never been ex­ plained so clearly to me as it has been here in Piney Point. Jack Mauldin Norfolk I am grateful for the op­ portunity to have spent some 10 days at the Seafarers Edu­ cational Conference at Piney Point. I assure you that I have never before, in all my 42 years on the water front, seen any­ thing that can compare with Piney Point. In my opinion this is the greatest thing that could have happened to the SIU. Felipe Lugo New York I was amazed to see class after class being tau^t by in­ structors who showed great in­ sight, depth and knowledge of the subject. I think that if a trainee is interested and wants to become a seaman and SIU member, HLSS gives him the basic requirement Al Gardiner \k Boston All the trainees I've spoken to are very polite and having that quality, I think most of them will get along OK with a little help from the old hard heads. I haven't inquired but I just wondered if you have swimming lessons for those that can't swim. The crash program taught by Miss Brown and her associates is one of the best things that ever happened and I hope some day she may teach some of the older members the same things. September 1971 Deli McNeely Upgrader Upon coming to the Educa­ tion^ Conference I thought that I knew everything but I must be the first to admit how little I really did know about this union. The fine booklet they issued was outstanding. Just think that we learned how the contract was made also how to prepare a beef, how our un­ ion structure is. T. C. Malone Houston The most impressive task being accomplished here is the preparation and training of our future Seafarers. It is cer­ tainly the most comprehensive program ever devised in the training of Seafarers. Our fine union should be congratulated for the opportunities it is giv­ ing these young men. Alva McCullum Son .Francisco There is much to be learned here, your workshop studies include studies of labor history, HLSS and education, constitu­ tion, contracts, pensions, wel­ fare, vacations, meeting and shipboard behavior, and politi­ cal and legal education. Truly a wealth of knowledge is gained front each morning workshop and afternoon assemblies. John McCollom New York The Fifth Seafarers Educa­ tional Conference was an oir joyable experience from start to finish. The professional way the various union subjects were presented in workshops showed that a lot of preparation went into the conference format. With the classes limited in size and delegate participation en­ couraged, one didn't lose inter­ est in the material being re­ viewed Angel Garcia Tampa A vote of thanks to all chair­ men and all delegates here in Piney Point for a job well done. I studied all about the Sea­ farers International Union, its history, pension, welfare and vcKational plan, contract, con­ stitution and political educa­ tional program, Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship and union meetings. Tom Glidwell Houston In my honest opinion, I think the crew's conference and the educational conference has served the purpose it was in­ tended to do. I am sure, with the plans that are in the hop­ per, this will improve the classes to perfection. I don't think we could improve on the instructors at HLSS. The pro­ gram is excellent. John Hamot New York I was lucky to make the August 11th to 21st Educa­ tional Conference with some of my shipmates, "brothers" I have sailed with. I first came into the SIU in 1942 during World War II. I never had a chance when I started to sail to go to a schcx>l like Piuey Point, I had to just learn every­ thing by myself. I think this is a wonderfd thing for these young fellows. Anthony Adomaitis Philadelphia What Paul Hall and his of­ ficials did at Piney Point is as great an achievement as man­ ning the moon. We must re­ member WIU started out with only a tarpaulin muster and alot of foresight. Seafarers Educational Conference Page 13 �Eiinia S. Parker, 44, passed away June 5 of heart trouble in Milford, N.H. A native of Amherst, N.H., Brother Parker was a resident of Milford, N.H. when he died. He jcmed the union in 19S1 in the Port of New York and sailed in the deck department He was an Army veteran of the Korean war. Among his sur­ vivors is his wife, Martha. Burial was in Meadowview Cemetery in Am­ herst, N.H. Charies Hcrfccrt Kirffc, 70, was an SiU pensioner who passed away June 13 (k heart (fisease m East Los An­ geles, Calif. A native of lilinnsy Rrot^ Kath was a readent of Pasa­ dena, Cahf. He joined the union in the ptMrt of Norfolk in 1941 and saited m the engine department. Sea­ farer Kath s^ed m the Army from 1918 to 1920 imd in Navy from >922 to 1924. At retkrement in 1966, l^other Kath had completed 27 years of s^&ig. Among hs survivors is his wife, Lfflian. Burial was in Woodfawn Crfnetery, La Crosse, Wis. Beasley Lost at Sea Aboard the Gatew^ City, 60 miles south of Diamond Shoal off Cape Hatteras, Seafarer Giovanni T. Aquino was painfully reminded that "though we travel, work, and live with her, 'she, the sea, is stiU our master'." A huge wave had jnst washed a man over­ board. He was never seen again. Brother Aquino tcrfd die Log diat Chief Mate Lacy L. Beasley, boatswain Vincent Morales and deck maintenance Jcdm V. Connors were standing on the stem securing the lines in heavy seas. He noted that there was "no immediate threat to the safety of the men" when sudcfenly, "without warning a wave of enormous vohnne struck the stem." According to Aquino, ordinary seaman l<di& Cataldo said, "one minute I saw three men, then water, then there was no one." Chief Mate Beasley, 57 years old udm had a wife and three children in Mobile, Ala., was washed into the sea. Brothers Mondes and Connors were thrown about but were uninjurkkr. The crew tried to si^t Beasley but attempts to turn the ship around in the heavy seas wae unsuccessful. Coast Guard planes and ships were sent in but never found Mate Beasley. A memorial service was held for him att the stem of the ship and C^tain Thomas Maiky gave the eulogy. Jefai O. AifiUer, 64, as SHI pen­ sioner, passed away May 24 is Balti­ more CiQr Ho^it^ Baltiiimre, Md. Brother Miller jmoKi the SIU in 1938 in the Ptwt of fiarffA and sailed m tie det^ d^artment. A native erf Nortt Csm^na, he was a resident of Dendaft, Md. He bad b«n a seaman fmr 28 years tuxd retire} in 1965. Among ids snrvivors is hs wife, Nettie. CrcmatUHx , in Green Mount Ciematocy, ItaftiK more. Ardmr Dennis Tmy, 29, passed away Feb. 25 as a r^lt of injuries received when he was struck by a car in Hotiston, T^. A native at Sas Di^o, Calif., Terry was a resident of Montgrnnery Comity, Tex. when te died. He jcxned tbe nnoii in 1969 in the Port of Honsten and gi^aated that same year front the H^sry Lundirfwrg ScbcKf; erf Seanumship. He sailed ht the dedt department Terry served in &e Navy from 1962 to 1966. AaKmg bis survivors is Ms bidier, l^aak J. Terry of Coittoe, Tex. SbkbocF Tcrry^ bo^ was re­ moved to ragreen Cbmetery in MontgEMoery County, Tex. 37, passed sway Dec. 8, 1970 from heart traa;^ on board the Chtcaga. He joiirf the unkm in the Poat of New Yoek and sailed in the steward depaimmit. A native erf Pbiladrhphifi, HraHKr PmsBelt was a icaidnit ttnc wbui be cbed Among Ma sMrvbeas is bis moAee, Sbtriee Pnaarf «rf Ascr Joosif—, 58, passed away Jane 19 (rf heart disease in Paiiacias, Tex. He jotaed the umois m 1935 in tbe Pbxt of New York and sabed in tbe dedc cfcpiMtnteMt: A native of Estonia, Bretter Jc—rpeen was a lesiileiit erf Ptauknte. Teat when be Aedl He bad been saffi^ 23 ycaes when be passtai away. Jooaepsois was issued a umon pi^« dMy cnsd » 1961. Anmog Ms susviaron is Ms wife, ^^sginm His bo^ was nmmai to Sootb Park Cemetery in Fearland, Tex. 23 a buurt attark imuner scyreow jon the Fact of MobOe in 1954 and saified in the Reward department. Be re­ ceived a safety award in 1960 for Ms part in making the Yom^ Amerkxt an acddent free sfa^. 'A nafrve of Missisagipi, Seafarer Sefmasa was a residtet erf Mcrfnle. Among bis aervivers is a sistar, HBda &. BnSbtt erf PkscagQtrfi, Miss. Page 14 .1 Ynng Friy Won, 65, passed away June 6 (rf an Staess of six montfu in the U^HS Hotyital m San Fraadscov C^f. iM joined tbe imkm in IS^t in tbe Port erf &a Francisco and I libit in tbe steward departamst A mrfive erf CMoa, &otber Woo was a rcadent of San FranciBCo when be dkd. Among Ma smvivon a his wife, Hm CMrtS- Btoriat was in Ctrfma, Calil 73^ was am SRI pwioner who passed away Jbiy 18 of rBnem in. New CMBBIS, La, One of the first members of tbe umon. Brother Baardonna^ ioiaed m 1938 in the Port of New fbrteaam He aaSed in the deck dqaartment. A native of New Orleans, Bourdmraay was a resident thoe when be- die^ Araaqg his survivors is bis wrfe, krabeBB. Burial was m Ckeenwood Ceaaeleiy in New OcieaDS. MM G- CMMo^ m, 29, passed away on Mar. 3 on bcKud the Steel Advocate. A mrfive of New Orteaos, ftodltf Otaik» was a residmt there wben be died. He jotned die mnoB in 1965 m the Fort of New Glrleam and sMed in tbe dedt departmmt. Among Ms auKvivmrs is Ms wifi^ GbmlB. His body was rebBned to New Orfeans, La. L, SmtA, 60, paused away Oct. 30, 1970 (rf heauft diseaise m New OfeiBam, La. A native at honm, be was' a lesideBt of Ifew Cbieam whet be passed ama^. He joined tbe union m 1952 in the Poet of Babnnoae and s^ed m Uta «gme department %odier Shnilb bad beea safiiog 24 y^rs when be paaacd away; SkniA was an Army veteran erf World War H. Among b» survivors is Ins bco^, Joe R. Sm^ of TaMiiaa^ Oak. Btotber &niArs body was lemoved to Gtestview Munorial PSak in Wk^ Falls, Tet. -1 WMbms R. Itstalk 34, passed away Apr. 25 of iMiess m South Chicago CanHuuBby HotyMM m Chicago, BI. He joitted dte iraioD in ^ Fart of Chicago in 1960 mid sailed in the de^ dtyiartment A native of Femrtylvania, Krolher Bbrtdti was a zcsident of McKecspmk vten he died. B»ti(rfi was an Army veteran of World War II. Amoi^ hk survivins b Ms brother, Leonard Bertoti of BicKecty(nt, Fa. Burial was m Calvaiy Cemetery in McKmtyxvt . 56, passed away Aprfl 19 firflowmg an aendfeHt on board die iPeim Leader. An carfy member ai Ae unnm, Shisatciyk joined in 1939 m Oe Port of San Frteieisca and sailed in tbe deck depatment A. native of Iboaqdvaaia, Scafiucr Sbisarc^ was a icsailefit at Phitadrtphia, Pa. when be died. He wm an vetoao of Wcsid War IL Amo^ bk suiviwns is bis vrffis, Masako. Bnitlier Shsaic^'s body tor fbfl«Mphw, Pa- for Brofher Vincent Morales throws a wreath off the stern of the Gcrtewoy City in memory of Chief Mate Beasley who was securing the lines when ne met his death. 'I Cbvai D, Ihiniiibi, 40, passed away May 15 wMIe sailing on board the Pmt H. Towmend on Lake St Oair in Mkh^an. A native of IndSana, brother Banbter was a residmt ai Rc^rs City, Mkb. wben Ite dfcd. He joined the union m die Port (rf Detr(Mt m 1971 md sailed in tbe dedk dtyMurtment He was a Navy veteran of dw Korean War. Among Ms survivoKS b bb wife, Joanne. -%• "(JI i Wanen Joacfb MHntyrc, 49, pa^ sed away Jidy 5 of heart daease in Brooklyn, N.Y. He joined .die union in the Pcsrt of New Yoik and sailed in the.engme department. Mclntyre had been sailing 31 years when be passed away. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. A native <rf New Jersey, Seafarer Mclntyre was a resi­ dent of Brooklyn, N.Y. when he died. Among his survivors b his son, Warren J. Mclntyre, Jr. of Bloomfield, N.J. Burial was in National Cemetery in Pinelawn, N.Y. L nmilngkan, 43, away Mar. 12 while on board the Cohunbia Banker. He joined tbe imion in 1970 in tbe Port <rf New Or­ leans and sailed in die steward de­ partment Seafarer Haningtmi was a resident of Terminal Island, Calif, when he died. He was an Army vet­ eran erf the, Korean War. Among his survivors is his father, Charles R. Harrington of Cincinnati, Ohio. Har­ rington was buried at sea. M& Seafarers Log W; «,• ' f. «•;' i. ^ B1 * «/> "i* I I i �'t-T-M i ' Richard Joseph Weir, 49, passed away July 11 of pneunignia in the USPHS Hospital in San Francisco, Calif. A native of New Jersey, Brother Weir was a resident of San Francisco, Calif, when he died. He joined the union in the Port of New York in 1948 and sailed in the deck department. Weir had been sailing 28 years when he died. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Among his survivors is his sister, Mrs. Veronica Hall of Union City, N.J. Cremation was in Skylawn Memorial Park in San Mateo, Calif. Claude H. Fowler, 64, was an SIU pensioner who passed away July 5 after an illness of some years in USPHS Hospital in New Orleans, La. An early member of the union. Brother Fowler joined in 1939 in the Port of Baltimore. He sailed in the deck department. Seafarer Fowler was a resident of Una, S.C. when he died. He served in the Coast Guard from 1923 to 1926. Among his surrvivors is his brother, Clyde W. Fowler of Una. Burial was in Green­ land Memorial Gardens in Spartan­ burg, S.C. Clemmie Edward Mosley, 59, was an SIU pensioner who passed away June 14 of heart disease in Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. A native of Georgia, Brother Mosley was a resident of Savannah Beach, Ga. when he died. He joined the un­ ion in the Port of Tampa in 1949 and sailed in the steward department. He had been sailing 21 ye^ when he re­ tired in 1968. Among his survivors is his son, Bruce Mosley of Savannah, Ga. Burial was in Hillcrest Abbey, Savannah, Ga. John Francis Laughlin, 45, passed away Mar. 24 in Los Angeles, Calif. A native of Illinois, Brother Laughlin was a resident of Los Angeles when he died. He joined the union in the Port of New York in 1954 and sailed in the steward department. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Among his survivOTs is his mother. Marvel G. Laughlin of Batavia, 111. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Evanston, 111. Eugene F. Goodwin, 64, passed away Mar. 16 of illness in San Fran­ cisco, Calif. A native of Nebraska, Brother Goodwin was a resident of Minot, N.D. when he died. He joined the union in the Port of New Or­ leans in 1944 and sailed in the en­ gine department. Seafarer Goodwin had been sailing 31 years when he died. His son, Robert, was one of the first recipients of an SIU scholarship. Besides his son, Goodwin is survived by his wife, Leoiie, and a daughter. Cremation was in Skylawn Memorial Park in California. Richard Alien Spronl, 33, passed away June 20 when he fell into the water going from a boat to the dock in Buras, La. A native of Maine, Brother Sproul was a resident of Mo­ bile, Ala. when he died. He joined the union in the Port of MobUe in 1963 and smled in the engine depart­ ment. Sproul served in-the Army from 1955 to 1957. Among his survivors is his wife, Helen. Seafarer Sproul's body was removed to Small Cemetery in Cherryfield, Me. I!',' I'' September 1971 v.; \ Laid to Rest In a solemn ceremony aboard the Rose Cify in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, shipmates of Brother Louis E. Meyers committed his ashes to the sea. Abie Seaman Donald Smith (left) and Bosun John DeCulty represented the officers and crew of the Rose Cify during the ceremony. John S. Simpson, 75, was an SIU pensioner who died May 23 in Ports­ mouth General Hospital, Portsmouth, Va. A native of North Carolina, Sea­ farer Simpson was a resident of Portsmouth when he died. He joined the union in 1951 in the Port of NOTfolk and sailed in the deck de­ partment. In 1961 he received a safo.ty award for his part in making the Raphael Semmes an accident free ship. &afarer Simpson was issued a picket duty card in 1961. Brother Simpson retired in 1966 after 16 years a tsea. He has served in the Army from 1924 to 1927. Among his survivors is his son, Millard R. Simp­ son of Portsmouth. Burial was in St Luke's Memorial Park, Isle of Wright County, Va. Page 15 �- ttaKjaauLABit c ROJ \\ 1 \ .n ' \ 1 ! 1 I - ir. ^111 iWII'libmnimnln. 1L_ />• John Baneto (left) and Charles Leissle put finishing touches on a section of the innards of the new supertanker at the Seatrain shipbuilding Corp. facil­ ities at the old Brooklyn Navy Yard. Ever so surely the new supertanker begins to take shape on the ways. ! i ^ r f r i JL-L I r [ i T [ J {J What could be a long-overdue breakthrough for the United States In regaining its global shipbuilding superiority is close at hand with the current' construction of Seatrain's Super Tanker, the largest American-flag tanker ever built. Blueprints for five other tankers, two every year through at least 1973 are also on the drawing board by the Seatrain Lines, Inc., an SlU-contracted company. These tankers will be American-built using union workers. The Brooklynbased project is employing hundreds of workers from the immediate area. The company reports 800 men presently working at the old Brooklyn Navy Yard that has been taken over by Seatrain Shipbuilding Corp. An estimated 200 men will be added on the project before the end of the year company officials said. That number will raise to 1500 persons by 1972 when the first of six vessels is scheduled to be launched. The first of the ships is unsubsidized. The next two will receive 42.06 percent subsidy from the U.S. government. This $44.6 million subsidy was approved in principle by the U.S. Maritime Administration in early August, the two 230,000-deadweight ton super tankers will be built at an estimated $106 million. This would make them the biggest ships ever built with subsidized funds and could be the first pure tankers constructed under the subsidy program. The agreement in principle is contingent upon Seatrain making arrange­ ments for its share of the financing program and in its willingness to comply with established rules for the amount of foreign trade in which such vessels must participate to be eligible for construction subsidy. The super tanker will be 1094 feet long and have a range of 15,000 nautical miles with a turbine of 50,000 hp. There are no foreign flag vessels that will meet the tanker's size for at least the next two years according to Seatrain Lines, Inc. -f The New York City skyline forms a backdrop as construction of .the supertanker goes on at the Seatrain yard. Page 16 Log �•mm rii-jLu I'i * T fXl t I I 1 T I T I l\l A vertical view of the partially-completed structure resembles a high-rise apartment building, but this structure will result in the largest tanker plying the seas and providing more jobs for American seamen. /{iiiiiii|i# . I I L. ^ ^ J mtt .» .. .it —i- •« itji- Rod St Louis (left) and Nick Sila double-check a section of the new vessel. Ir r' k-': Photo-below, from the left, J. Vera, Carl Pathway and Errol Austin work topside on the partially-compieted ship. ii. 1 J lii - r '• ft I' Welder Betram Nicholas seals some piping aboard the tanker. 1 it i A ground ievei shot shows the progress being made on the new supertanker in the Seatrain yards in Brooklyn. September 1971 ^^ Page 17 �Nielsen Retires from Sea As Third Assistant Engineer He didn't become a sailor imtil he was 43 years old, but Sigwart (George) Nielsen quick­ ly made up for lost time. Shortly after entering the SIU, Nielsen became an elec­ trician and in 1966 he passed the exams for third assistant engineer. Bom in 1905, Brother Niel­ sen's sailing career didn't be­ gin until 1948 when he joined the SIU and shipped out in the steward department as a messman. As he was clearing the tables on one of his early voy­ ages, Nielsen overheard the chief and assistant electricians discussing a problem in the engine department. Sine J Brother Nielsen had once taken a correspondence course in electronics, he was able to supply the answer the electricians were seeking. A New Job The chief electrician was so impressed, he asked Nielsen to join the engine department and when they arrived in port he recommended the new Seafarer to the Port Agent for a depart­ ment transfer. With his knowledge, Niel­ sen was soon shipping out as assistant electrician and in a Sigwart (George) Nielsen, left, loolcs over his pension applica­ tion with SIU Representative John Dwyer. Nielsen retired as a third assistant engineer. Unfair to Labor Oo Not Buy ri,, few years became a chief elec­ trician. As an SIU member he traveled all over the world for • TT ) 18 years. Then in 1966 while home on vacation, Nielsen re­ ceived a letter from the union explaining the engineering up­ grading program offered by the SIU and MEBA, District 2. He attended the School of Marine Engineering and when BARBER EQUIPMENT— tilleries products—Old Fitz­ he received his Coast Guard Wahl aipper Corp., pro­ gerald, Cabin Still, Old Elk, endorsement as third assistant ducers of home barber sets. W. L. Weller. (Distillery engineer. Seafarer Nielsen had (Int'l. Assoc. of Machinists Workers) the distinction of being the and Aerospace Workers) oldest man to gr^uate from CIGARETTES—R. J. Reyn­ MEAT PRODUCTS—Poultry Packers, Inc. (Blue Star the school. He was 62 at the olds Tobacco Co.—Camels, label products). (Amalga­ time. Winston, Salem, Tempo, mated Meat Cutters and For the next four years. Brandon, Doral, and Cava­ Butcher Workmen) Brother Nielsen sailed out in lier. (Tobacco Workers. Un­ PRINTING—^Kingsport Press his new job capacity and he ion) "World Book," "ChUdcraft." recently stated, "I'd still be CLOTHING—Reidbord Bros., (Printing Pressmen, Typog­ sailing if not for doctor's Co., Siegal (H. I. S. brand) raphers, Bookbinders, Ma­ orders." suits and sports jackets, Kaychinists, Stereotypers, and Always a conscientious nee boyswear, Richmond Electrbtypers) union member. Seafarer Niel­ Brothers men's clothing, SeNEWSPAPERS—Los Angeles sen did not upgrade himself well suits. Wing shirts, Met­ Herald-Examiner. (10 unions further because he felt the ro Pants Ca, and Diplomat involved covering 2,000 union would not get enough Pajamas by Fortex Mfg. Co. workers) years of service out of him. Amalgamated Clothing) Britannica Junior Encyclo­ Judy Bond Blouses—(Inter­ Rewarding Career pedia (Intl. Allied Printing national Ladies Garment Trades Assn.) He feels that the SIU and Workers Union) MEBA has "always been fair" RANGES—Magic C h e f. Pan to him. "I never had any FILTERS, HUMIDIFIERS— Pacific Division. (Stove, Fur­ Research Products Corp. trouble with either of them." nace and Allied Appliance (Int'l. Assoc. of Machinists A native of Hoboken, N.J., Workers) and Aerospace Workers) Seafarer Nielsen now lives in SHOES—Genesco Shoe Mfg. Absecon, N.J. with his wife and FURNITURE—blames Sterling Co—^work shoes . . . Sentry, Corp., White Furniture Co., daughters. He went to flora Cedar Chest and Statler, Brown Furniture Co., (Unit­ culture school as a yoimg man men's shoes . . . Jarman, ed Furniture Workers) aiid now intends to spend a Johnson & Murphy, CrestEconomy Furniture—B i 11good deal of time in his back­ worth (Boot and Shoe Work­ Rite, Western Provinicial yard attending tO his garden. ers) and Smithtown Maple. (Up­ SPECIAL—AU West Virginia Seafm-er Nielsen is a good holsterers) example of a man who didn't camping and vacation spots, La-2^-Boy Chair Co. (United let his age stop him from hav­ (Latmrers) Furniture Workers) ing a varied and fulfilling TOYSk-Fisher-Price toys (Doll career. LIQUORS—Stitzel-Weller Dis­ & Toy Workers Union) Lawyer^ Judge, Seafarer Butler Retires from Sea; Starts New Career at 79 'enefits Beaefffit 1% iternity Mfical ExOTa«at|oja Pr<^aro Benefits (Average $486,82) p|5ai Beusfits Page 18 18J4S 85 5.321 330 2,636 33, ...... 57,911 2,2; lan~BeoeSts Paid i4,063, 3,43 New Oileans, La. When John W. Butler retired from his law practice at the age of 56, he intended to sail out for only "a trip or two." He ended up, however, sailing for 24 years and finally retir­ ing last month at the age of 79. Butler was aptly called "Judge" during those 24 years he sailed out of the Port of New Orleans to places all over the world. He was bom on Dec. 5, 1891 in northem. Louisiana. When he finished his pre-law courses at Tulane University in New Orleans, Butler traveled to New York and received his law degree from Columbia Uni­ versity. After serving as assistant dis­ trict attorney in Shre,veport, La., for four years, Butler went on to become a judge in that city. He served a four-year term on the bench. He later entered private practice and subsequently took a job with a branch of the fed­ eral government in New Or­ leans. In 1947, when the office was moved to Fort Worth, Tex., Butler decided he'd rath­ er stay in his home state. At that time, a personal friend of his suggested that he "go to sea" for awhile. That friend was SIU vice-president Lindsey Williams. Butler wasn't totally inexpe­ rienced about the ways of the sea. From 1915 to 1919 he had served in the Navy and had seen action in the'Atlantic during World War I. He had been a chief store­ keeper in the Navy and when he began shipping with the SIU he started in the steward department. At his retirement he held the rating of steward. Butler sailed a good deal with the Waterman and Delta lines and traveled to South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Far East. He also made many trips to Vietnam in recent years. There are few SIU pension­ ers who have sailed beyond their early seventies. Still en­ ergetic at the age of 79, Sea­ farer Butler is a definite ex­ ception. In fact, even though he be­ came eligible to retire two years ago, he delayed until re­ cently. Butler still wants to keep busy, however, and so he has started an enterprise of his own—a one-man mail business. Seafarers Log • .i; 'M �»R»®5W '[• V |:i h.' SlU Members Retire to Life on the Beach Carias DeLeon, 63, joined the un­ ion in tfaft Port of New York in 1950 and sailed in the steward department. A native of Puerto Rico, Brother DeLeon continues to make his home there. He is an Army veteran of World War II. Seafarer DeLeon served picket duty in 1961 during the Greater New York Harbor Strike ^ in 1962 during the Moore McCtmnack-Robin Line beef. He re­ tired afto^ 25 years of sailing. Y . 'i- 66y is a native of l^ennqrlvaiua and now makes his iKme in New Orkans, La. An early mendi» of tiie union. Brother Metros icnned in 1939 m ibe Ptnt of Houston and isalled m the deck departuMsL He receiwed a personal safety award ia 1960 liar his part in making the Aicoa Rammer an acddrat free ship. As retkemenl ended a sauiiBg caiecr of 41 ycaas. PL Rmaemm, 52, joined the imiaB in the Ptet of MobilB in 1951 and sailed in the ileck A native vt Atihn, Bradier fives m Mobile; Ah. Seais a Nan7 vrtaenn of Wodd Whr a Peter Paid Matoza, 52, is a native of New Jerse yand now makes his home in Elizabeth, N.J. He joined the union fai 1943 in the Pwt of Balti­ more and sailed in the deck departn^t Pedro Padro, 64, is a native of Santurce, P.R. and now lives in Bay»moB, P.R. An early member of the unkm. Brother Padro joined in 1939 in the Port of Baltimore. He sailed in the steward department. Seafarer Padro served i»dtet duty in 1961. His retirement ended a sailing career cd 39 years. fir., 47, jmned Ae TOBon in the Port of New Yo^ hk 19^ and sailed in the deck de­ partment. A native of SavanmA, Ga., KOACT San loan cmitinues to make his home there. Receives 1st Check After twenty-fire years off sailinfr witii tfie SlU, inelnding n aw the saaae sfiipi, the EtbuAeth, Scaffuper Jniio Raia (left) teliied Co SlU Repreaentatire "Red" Campfirst monthly pension eheck to Kuix along wiA heat wMtcs. l\" 69, is a na­ tive of Ae Fh^f^pine Idmids mid now lives in Povtsmoutfa, Va. He joined die nniae m the Port of Norfolk in 1949 and sailed in the steward depwtmeot Broker Canonizado is a Navy vcfemmi of World War II and had saved in Ae Navy hrom 1921 tt» 1947. IMx •^- ' [C^ IV t''- ' Frtmk W. Taylor, 69, B a native erf SmiAport, N.C. and now lives in Baltime»e, Md. He joined Ae union in I95I and saifed in the engine de­ partment. Joseph Michael Thomas, 53, is a native of Norwood, Mass. and contmues to make his home Aere. He joined Ae union in Ae Port of Mo­ bile m 1942 and smkd m Ae deck department. 44, joined Ae raHon in the Port of New Geteaas in 1944 and saled in the deck dqtaitment A native oS. Flor­ ida, BroAa EldridgB now BUABS his IKKTO in Moidk, Ala. Bi ijnilil W. Thmnas, 61, joined the unkm in the Port erf New Yorit in 1948 and sailed in Ae dedc departmoit. A native of SouA Caroima. Seafarer Thomas now lives m Ru^, S^C. Jacob Joseph Cocda, 46, jomed the union m the Pmt of New Or­ leans in 1950 and sailed m Ae stew­ ard d^Kirtment. A native of Louisi­ ana, BroAer Cuccia' now makes his home m New Orleans, La. He is a Navy veteran of Wwld War II. Sea­ farer Cuccia retired after sailing 28 years. Bhvha Enah Uh^ 62, is a native of Florida aod aow makes Ins home in Tampa, Fia. An earfy memba of the omoB, BroAer EBb joiiKd kt 1939 ia the Pdrt of Tampa and saSed in Ae deck dcpartmeitt. Ife participaScd hi Ae Giaaier New York Har­ bor Shrike of 1961. Bnrfher Ellis served in Ae Navy from 1927 to 1932. His retirement ended i careet of 39 y»rs. 62, is a native of Puerto Rko and now makes hb home in Ae Bronx, N.Y. He jmned Ae onioit m the Port erf New York an 1942 and salted in Ae steward deparhnent. Bnrfher Vdazquez served as department dogate white sailing. B. Ivcy, 49, is a native of Marion, Ala. and b now ending his retirement m Mol^, Ala. He joined the unkm m 1946 m the Pent of Mobite and sailed m the steward d^>artment. He b a Navy veteran of World War II. Retirees Receive First Pension Checks at Various Ports ir- I• ; -*• f lI'l" 'j» • Seafarer Guy Sorenson (r^t) receives his first monthly disability check, togeAer wiA best wishes, from SltJ Frankfort Port Agent Harold RaAbnn. BroAer So­ renson began sailing in 1924 and last sailed as a wiper for Roen Steamship Co. in Michigan. September 1971 Seafarer Arthur Samson (left) received his first monthly pension check from SIU West Coast Representative Frank Drozak at last monA's membership meeting in the Port of San Francisco. BroAer Samson joined Ae SIU m Ae Port of MohUe m 1939. Page 19 �SlU Ships' Committees ... . . Bridging the Communication Gap i' The SIU Ships' Ceinmittees exist to serve the union's members at sea. And by serving the members, they also serve the union as a whole. Each Simday while at sea it is the duty of each ship's committee ctiairman to call a meeting of all unlicensed personnel. These meetings provide a forum for the individual member to voice his feelings and opinions on matters him in particular and the SIU in general. These thoughts, suggestions and criticisms are recorded and forwarded to the union's headquarters ashore. Here they are reviewed and in cases where they wfll best serve the greatest number, they are implemented. These meetings serve as more than a one-way street. At the meetings members are informed of uiiat has been taking place at unim headquarters and halls across the country. In this way they are kept abreast of what the SIU is tknng in tlKir interests. Only through full and active participatkm Ity all members can the ships' com­ mittee meetings be productive. By taking part in these meetings each member is benefitting not only himself, but also his brothers in the SIU. There are six members the standing ship's committee with three elected and three appointed delegates, but every Seafarer is urged to attend each meeting and become involved in the proceedings. The six include the ship's committee chair­ man, the education director, the secretary-reporter, and elected representatives of the deck, engine and steward departments. The chairman is responsitde for calling the meeting and preparing an agpndj*. He also moderates the group to insure proper parliamentary procedure is used to guarantee every member's-right to be heard. The education director is charged with maintaining a shipboard library of nninn publications and must be able to answer any questions relating to union iqtgrading and educational programs. The secretary-reporter serves as a recorder of the minutes of the meeting and is responsible for relaying the minutes, and recommendations to SIU headquarters. Each of the elected department delegates is concerned with questions relating to the entire crew, in general and the members of his department, in particular. MOUNT VERNON (Victory Carriers)—The Mount Vernon is presently in the Far East on the shuttle run between the Philippines and the Persian Gulf. Standing from left are: Howard Perry, engine delegate; James Wilson, deck delegate; Robert McGonogle, ship's chairman, and J. C. Harris, steward delegate. Ship's secretary-reporter Alex Brodie is in foreground of photo. The SIU ships' committees have succeeded in bridging the communications bar­ rier between a far-flung membership and the ofiflcials entrusted to head the union. They have succeeded in keeping the membership informed and active in the highest democratic traditions. . -An ' '- J -1| NEWARK (Sea-Land)—Members of the Newark's ship's committee from left are: G. Callard, deck delegate; C. Dammeyer, ship's chairman; C. Utz, ship's secretary-reporter; V. Silva, steward delegate, and P. McAneney, engine delegate. TAMPA (Sea-Land)—SeatecTaround table, from left, are: G. Hatcherson, ship's chairman; K. Abarons, educational director; A. Rummel, steward delegate, and M. Mullins, deck delegate. Standing are A. Castelo and R. 8. Barnes, engine delegate and ship's secretary-reporter respectively. TRANSIDAHO (Hudson Waterways)—After a voyage to England and back again the Transidaho's committee relaxes in the crew's recreation room. From left are: A. Kazmierslci, deck deiegafe; A. Shrimpton, ship's secretary-reporter; L. Cepeda, educational director; F. Gaspar, ship's chairman; P. Marcinowski, engine delegate; F. Rakas, steward delegate.' BALTIMORE (Sea-Land)—Seated clockwise around table in crew's mess are: members of the Baltimore's ship's committee: S. Garcia, engine delegate; G. Alexander, deck delegate; C. Wilson, steward delegate; S. Divane, educational director; J. Cruz, secretary-reportr, and J. Delgado, ship's chairman. Page 20 •.X . • "• Seafarers Log �SlU Arrivals .1- li)- Sbaron McC^, bom Nov, 18, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. James McCray, Norfolk, Va. Muriel Dunnam, born Nov. 30, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ron­ ald G. Dunnam, IrN'ington, Ala. Allen Hendricks, bom May 13, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Al­ bert L. Hendricks, Mobile, Ala. Dawn LeBianc, bom Apr. 3, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Fran­ cis A. LeBianc, Liberty, Miss. Dawn Nicholson, born Mar. 20, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Alexander T. Nicholson, Norfolk, Va. Christopher RoDins, bom Mar. 18, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert R. Rollins, Bellflower, Calif. Ann Marie Yaekei, bom May 3, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Howard Yaekei, North Babylon, N.Y. Hridi Markva, bom Mar. 16, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Frank Marina, Frankfort, Mich. Murray Prewitt, bom Apr. 17, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs, Hugh Lee Piewitt, Port Neches, Tex. Julia Robmon, bom Nov. 27, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. J. C. Roberson, New Orleans, La. Michelle McDtmald, bom Apr. 13, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Alexander F. McDonald, Oak­ land, Calif. Ronald Roman, Jr., bom May 20, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ronald M. Roman, Dundalk, Md. Marleen Bonefont, bom Apr. 30, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Joseph Bonefont, New York, N.Y. Yvonne King, borti Oct. 26, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Don­ ald M. King, Seattle, Wash. Raymond PeDgr, bom Apr. 15, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Franklin J. Pelky, Honor, Mich. Angela Austin, bom Apr. 28, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Melvin S. Austin, Jr. Theanna Geiger, bom Apr. 24, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ran­ dal L. Geiger, St. Clair, Mich. Jorge Calix, Jr., born Mar. 13, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jorge A. Calix, Kenner, La. Paulino Flores, Jr., bom Apr. 23, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Paulino Flores, Jr., Hoboken, N.J. Raymond Landroh, bom May 6, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jesus M. Landron, Brookljm, N.Y. Andrea Gyres, bom Nov. 1, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jo­ seph CjTCs, Jr., New Orleans, LaRodoey I'i^lson, bom Mar. 20, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Rus­ sell T. Wilson, Virginia Beach, Va. Nicole Haradon, born Feb. 17, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Hen­ ry M. A. Humdon, Pacifica, Calif. John Quinter, bom Jan. 14, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. John J. Quinter, Philadelphia, Pa. Semi Snook, bom Dec. 8, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Glenn G. Snook, Madisonville, Texas. James Copeland, bom Mar. 9, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. James T. Copeland, Granite City, 111. Antonio Ross, bom Apr. 28, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jose Ross, Ponce, P.R. John Evans, born Dec. 4, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. John G. Evans, Mathews, Va. Mriinda Dial, born June 4, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Pal­ estine R. Dial, Toledo, O. Kathiyn Cudworth, born July 22, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. John M. Cudworth, Wanchese, N.C. September 1971 Tyrone Toliver, bom Apr. 15, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Wil­ liam Toliver, Jr., New Orleans, La. Sandy Arch, bom Apr. 5, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jo­ seph G. Arch, New Orleans, La. Lester Gordon, bom Mar. 2, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Don­ ald J. Gordon, Cleveland, Ohio. Arthur Nickerson, bom Mar. 22, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Clifford L. Nickerson, New Or­ leans, La. Doris Rivera, bom Jan. 12, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Edi­ son Rivera, Bro(Alyn, N.Y. Allen Sellers, bom Nov. 21, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ron­ ald B. Sellers, Sr., Jacksonville, Fla. Lakesha bom Apr. 5, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Claibome Spears, Jr., Mobile, Ada. Jimmy Carr, bom Oct. 15, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Cam­ eron C. Carr, Columbia, La. Douglas Hennmger, bom Apr. 22, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Robert J. Henninger, Sr., Balti­ more, Md. Kylen Kirkwood, bom to Sea­ farer and Mrs. Hobart R. Kirk­ wood, Jacksonville, Fla. Sammitha Kellum, bom Jan. 14, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Charles H. Kellum, Bacliff, Tex. Chrisfine Lynch, bom Apr. 28, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Patrick A. J. Lynch, San Fran­ cisco, Calif. Tracy Jarvis, bom May 16, 1971, to SeaJParer and Mrs. Walter A. Jarvis, Jr., Portsmouth, Va. Robin Beatty, bom Apr. 29, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Willian J. Beatty, Jr., Lake Charles, La. WOliam Bentz, bom July 10, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Henry G. Bentz, Guaynabo, P.R. Joan Wade^ born May 23, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Johnell Wade, New Orleans, La. Clarence Jones, born Dec. 22, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Clar­ ence Jones, New Orleans, La. Mary Bird, bom July 10, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Rob­ ert B. Bird, Chicago, 111. Richard O'Brira, bom July 23, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Rich­ ard D. O'Brien, Bricktown, N.J. James Bigner, bom July 13, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. James R. Bigner, Slidell, La. Nod Schdes, born Sept. 10, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. James T. Scholes, Sr., Bay St. Louis, Miss. Charles Murphy, bom Jan. 31, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Claude Murphy,' Jr., Aransas Pass, Tex. Micfaari Smifli, bom May 20, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Carl Smith, Jr., St Albans, West Va. Mdanie Avig, bom June 12, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Mervin F. Avig, Baltimore, Md. TVacd Wilkins, bom May 15, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ray­ mond G. Wilkins, Saint Ignace, Mich. Timothy Rackard, born May. 30, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Gene A. Rackard, Atmore, Ala. Harvey Temples, bom Apr. 26, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Harvey D. Temples, Bogalusa, La. Rowdy Schettl, born Oct. 10, 1970, to Seafarer and Mrs. Rob­ ert Charles Schettl, Manitowoc, Wise. Nicole Robinson, born May 13, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Ulyesses Robinson, Dallas, Tex. Prentiss Walker, bom May 23, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. Prentiss Walker, Gretna, La. Seafarers Qualify for Full Books Another group of Seafarers to earn their full books gather to­ gether at union headquarters in Brooklyn before returning to their ships. From left are: F. DeLeon, C. Bailey, J. Hall, P. Poinsette, J. Talley, E. Rokicki, J. Hayes, H. Jankoski, J. Clowes, 0. Carr, and J. Crapeau. Porfmar Receives Safety Award The SlU-contracted Porfmar was honored last month for having the finest safety record in the Calmar Steamship fleet during 1970. The Porfmar had no work-related accidents despite more than 295,704 hours of service. She now has a total of 584,832 hours without a single injury in the last two years. Attending the award presentation were from left: J. K. Sheets, able sea­ man; Carl Andre, chairman of Calmar's accident prevention committee; James Jervey, opera­ tions manager for the company; J. Q. Conrad, chief officer; R. E. Ruff, able seaman; Captain Victor Raymond, master of the Porfmar; J. J. O'Mara, Bosun; A. F. Cherney, Calmar vice pres­ ident; C. G. McLellan, able seaman; R. W. Sullivan, ordinary seaman, R. W. Hodges, ordinary seaman. Cify of Alma In Far Easf Brother Hans Schmidt, ship's chairman aboard the City of Alma (Waterman) reports his ship is out on a five month voy­ age to ports in the Persian Gulf after crewing up in the port of New Orleans. "We have hit the jackpot this trip and have a great crew of SIU men aboard," adds Schmidt. In the tradition of the SIU, the "oldtimers" aboard are lending a helping hand to some of the younger crewmembers. All three departments report everything running smoothly. The first foreign port will be Capetown, South Africa, fol­ lowed by Karachi, Pakistan, Bombay, India and Aquaba, Jordan. The City of Alma was due. home in New Orleans around August 15. W. H. Simmons is ship's sec­ retary-reporter; L. C. Smith, educational director; J. Gon­ zalez, steward delegate; W. E. Byrd, deck delegate; W. R. Frampton, engine delegate. UTU Members Elect Chesser As President The United Transportation Union elected A1 H. Chesser as its new president at its conven­ tion in Miami, Fla. Chesser, who served as leg­ islative director for the UTU since it was formed in 1970, succeeds Charles Luna, who reached the union's mandatory retirement age of 65. aclion line ^rers action line seafarers action line J s In addition to the grievances and contract questions which are settled by patrolmen at sign-offs and sign-ons, and by the SIU Contract Enforcement Department, ques­ tions from Seafarers involving contract interpretations are received at Union Headquarters in New York. These communications cover the range of working con­ ditions, pension and welfare questions and other related subjects. Because they are often of general interest to mem­ bers, the questions and answers are reprinted in the Log. Question: How does the 8-12 oiler work while in port on port watches? Is he watch stander or day worker? Answer: "Oilers on Day Work—Steam. "They shall assist the engineers in maintenance and repiar work in engine room, machine shop, shaft alley, icemachine room, and storeroom when located in, or adja­ cent to engine room. They shall not be required to do any cleaning of boilers, painting, cleaning paint, polishing work, wirebrushing, chipping or scaling without the pay­ ment of overtime" "Oilers on Donkey Watch may be required in addition to oiling auxiliaries to do maintenance work in the engine room between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. without payment of over­ time weekdays." Reference: The new Standard Freightship Agreement, Article IV, Section 29 (f). Page 21 �Seafarers Earn Coast Guard Endorsements Social Security Pays Workers at Age 72 The faOomng qmstbms conAB ot dbeac steps ase CKcendng Sodei Security benefits plnBDd in detafl in a fesfiet-— were received at SlU Head­ to Qnesiiaa die Dtociquarters. The SW tSaff wel­ siaa Made an Yanr daim." It comes hupdries from Seedarers is and thdr dependents. Q, I an enwiied in die Q. f was 72 on Apffl 23, aMM&cal nsnanoe part of iied1971, and na stai wotmg. is icane. Dnri^ a seoent iBnm, it tnie I can ooOoGt mondiI paid the bOs my doctor sent ty social seanity cadi benefits even I coodnBe to to liedicMe. If I fed that Med­ sradc? icare did not pagr me enoogb A. Yes. Retircnent mongr, is fhene anything I can see not lednced for people 72 do? and over who oontimie to wade. A. Yes. Yon miqr leqneat Yon shoDhl igifiy for these who handles Medlbenefits 2 or 3 nKmdis befne ponr ana to nyam bkfiiday at aiqr social se- view yam dbasL Yon eaa Prepared! fo retam fo sea with flieir Coast Guard liMioaf fidmts ia (heir podEots are, from Mt, eority office. mpiest at your soseated: S. Argav. V. Oiea, J. Ward, and W. Hadge. Standmg. SfU instraclor IM Oedbar, X Q. hty brotho, who is 36 aeomil|r office. If yon disEbeHiardt, F. Kidd, J. ¥feiaiiis. and A. Ora^ads. and has a family of fonr, was agcee mth this review dedskm, Imrt in an aoddein ahnost a yon may leqnert a bearing be­ t . * »•?> year ago and in^ woiidpg. lie fore a hraring officer. appGed for sodd seemly ffis11m bodUet 'Yow to I sMiy benefits, and just last on Y« week diQr toid him be want far ffinUed flwnigh to get bene­ fits. I feel he is. Is theie anyAotfamg BKxe be can do? tad. Yon can gat a copy free A. Yes. The Soda! secmiQr at any aocni seumily office. Q. I am a UhonH- an heaa^ office has alieatfy explaiiied to Sinoe I work for yom brodier than he can re­ quest a leoonwdrtation. Bat he the year, I nqpwst a statemtot make tins reipiest witlim 6 monrire of the that the of my canMHg from soKcnrily ewety few yems. initial dedsioa was made. A reoonsadecatioa is a onmplfflB ne- The last Btdrmrnt I got did of his case. If your brafil- not iQpoe vrith n^ own records. cr then disagices whfa the le- How can I get tins carrerted? oonsideratiaa he can A. Get in touch with nay mpiest a heating before a sochd secnrity office fwon^itty bearing exanriner of the Social so that the ^ffifcreiices cm be Security AdarinistiHtaan. After cleared Yon ffiouU brh^ al^ with yon any wage re­ this, ymir brother can taloe his Having passed tfieir Coast Guard exams for lifeboat tickets, tfwse nine Seafi taim pride ie ceipts, waA eeootds, or ai^ case to an Appeals Counci, ffwlr aciiieveiiieiit. Seated, from left, are: WHIie Madison, Owen Fraisse, Steve Fofest, umd Wil­ chi and, finally, he can seek review other reconl you have of your liam Ramirez. Standing, Thomas Seager, Ronald Sders Sr., Pad Horn, J<An CaidweH, and Riebby a Federal court. ard TomascwwkL 1 Consumers Advised to Be Wary of Purchases During 'Freeze By Sidney Mn^siius A rush to buy cars and a real threat of higher food pricK despite tlm freeze have become tlm main points cd in­ terest and ccmcem in the 90day wage-price freeze which began Aug^ IS. The increased interest in car purchases stems, of course, from the pending removal cd the 7 percent excise tax which amounts to about $200 on the average new car. The actual removal of the excise tax must be approved by Congress. But many dealers are guar­ anteeing that they will give buyers a refund of the excise tax as soon as Cdngress ap­ proves it. One manufacturer, American Motors, even is offer­ ing an immediate refund with­ out waiting until Congress acts. In line with the freeze, manu­ facturers also have rescinded, at least for the 90 days, the price increase previously an­ nounced on 1972 models. The 1972 models had been slated to go up an average of about $200, with the largest percent­ age increases on the new small cars like Pinto. But the major buying interest is on the big supply of leftover '71 models because of the additional dis­ counts available. But better compare prices to Page 22 make sure you actually are get­ ting the extra HwonuntR noanally given on leftover models, as well as the excise tax reductkm. RemenriKr to check the legally-required car stidocr first to see what die Ifrt price is. On intermediate-size cars dealers usually have a margin (d about 20 per cent off the list price or about $S00 with whidi to bargain, (dus similar or sli^tly higher margins on ac­ cessories. On full-size "popu­ lar-price" models, dealers' mar­ gins range from $600 to $800, as an indication of how much negotiating you may be able to do. Also keep in mind that deal­ ers now must provide on re­ quest at least some technical data on safety performance of their cars. Beginning with 1970 models the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act has re­ quired that performance in­ formation be made public on braking ability, passing accel­ eration and tire reserve load. You also can order copies of the publications which have this test information for all cars from the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20240. Prices for these publications are $2 for Per- fammnoe Date for New Pas­ senger Cars and Motorcydes, and $.40 each for A Compaison of Brsddng Perform­ ance and A Campanson of Tire Reserve Load. While these tests cover only three of the numerous factors you need to evaluate a car be­ fore you buy, diey do show revetding compariscHis between differrat moddls. For examide, the 1971 tests showed that subcompacts like Pinto and Vega with disc brakes had shortest stopping distance. However, it is not possible to generalize that one manufacturer's products are superior in most or even one characteristic to those of pother make. But there were si^iificant differences even among cars made by the same manufacturer. The weakest link in the price freeze is in the most im­ portant component of your living costs—food. Only proc­ essed foods are price-con­ trolled. This means that retail prices of fresh fruits and veg­ etables and eggs can go up as farm prices rise. On the other hand retail meat cuts and fro­ zen poultry are controlled since they are considered to be "processed." But since live­ stock prices are not controlled, and are coming into a season of iugPi fivestodr prices aagway^ die das^ is dut irtsBrrs \riU use hidden price to pass pcrees. Some of the most sensttle advice in diis sitnatiom was given by Barbara Rader, weflknown food writer, who warns (xmsumecs to watch the quality and avaiiabflity of meat cuts during the price-freeze period. Espedally watch the trim, Mrs. Rader advises. Meat prices in gmeral tend to be at a high level in late August and Sqiteniber, and start getting cheiqia in Octo­ ber and November, espedally pork. Prices of cured meats such as smoked hams and caiis (pork shoulder) trtid to be more stable. Fish, whidi has been unusu­ ally expensive this year in any case b^use of competitUMi in the fishing grounds from for­ eign fishing fleets, also trads to ^ up in the fall. Most of the "hardware" pro­ duce items such as potatoes, onions and cabbage should be no problem since they usually are abundant and at their low­ est prices in the fall. Most accurately, what the Nixon Administration has promulgated is a wage freeze and a price slowdown. Seafarers Log } ^-1 �ipn •'-r • IV^'- • . --•-V,?: I the "" " • EIMER r; S^- .'^'Jl' S-: »',4:',,.,'*^„>!»- IPir l\ -•' 1)^ Jf "• ll- •. m• I'h-' |: ili •" ii{'• The newest and most powerful triple-screw towboat operating on the inland waterways, the BILL ELMER, was christened July 16 in Mem­ phis. This 8,400 hp. towboat is the first of four planned additions to the American Commercial Barge Line Co. (ACBL) fleet, which is manned by the SlU's Inland Boatmen's Union. The ACBL provides low-cost barge shipping on the Mississippi, Arkansas, Ohio, Illinois and Missouri Rivers, as well as to the Gulf intracoastal waterways and other American inland waters. Nearly 1,000 barges are operated in the ACBL fleet which traces its origin to the coal hauling activities of the Beattyville Company on the Kentucky River in 1915. Designed and built in the shipyard of Jeffboat, Inc., Jeffersonville, Ind., the ELMER is the 38th in ACBL service and carries 1,800 hp. more than the next largest boats in the fleet. ACBL, the nation's largest barging enterprise, and Jeffboat, Inc., one of the country's largest and busiest inland shipyards, became part of the Iniand Waterways Services division of Texas Gas Transmission Corp. when companies of American Commercial Lines, Inc., were merged into Texas Gas in 1968. The new craft was named for W. M. "Bill" Elmer, chairman and chief executive officer of Texas Gas. Elmer has been an official of that firm for 24 years. Foilowing the traditional champagne bottle christening against the capstan, Mrs. W. M. Elmer, the vessel's sponsor, was presented with a silver tray by ACBL President, Capt. Floyd H. Blaske. Capt. Jack D. Wofford, ACBL vice presi­ dent, barging operations, presented a house flag to Capt. W. 0. Watson, master of the ELMER. Tennessee Sen. Howard H. Baker, Jr. was the principal speaker at the afternoon christening ceremonies. ELMER'S capabilities of more than 45,000 tons of cargo can be safeiy and speedily moved by the new barge and 191,000 gallons of fuel oil can be carried in the large tanks built into the ves­ sel's hull. , Measurnig 180 x 52 x 11 feet, the ELMER has a normal operating draft of SVz feet. It is propul­ sion-powered by three diesel engines, each rated 2,800 hp. at 900 rpm. ti/i I Air-conditioned facilities onboard the ELMER are her living quarters, two television-equipped lounges for use by the crew, galley and dining area, engineer's control room and pilothouse. The towboat is also designed with an innovation in communications equipment not found on any other river boat—a radio-operated teletype sys­ tem and a closed-circuit television system. Seafarers will gladly welcome the ACBL's barges as they operate along the inland water­ ways system of the nation. The ELMER will principally operate in the lower Mississippi River between New Orleans and Cairo. With each mari­ time addition. Seafarers can look forv^rd to more jobs. And, that is always welcomed. a. The new ACBL barge, Bill Elmer moored at a Memphis wharf. b. Mrs. W. M. Elmer, the vessel's sponsor, christens the Elmer. c. Robert Summers (right), lead deckhand aboard the Bill Elmer and SIUIBU member, discusses the new towboat's capabilities with SIU-IBU reprevice president in charge of operation, looks on. d. Paul Drozak, (left) SIU-IBU representative meets Capt. Jack Bullard, marine superintendent, ACBL, while Capt. Jack D. WoflFord (center), ACBL sentative Paul Drozak. f*., I September 1971 Page 23 �Furuseth 'Unionism Convert' Miller Reminisces on Career Homer Miller leaned back against a deck pillar in front of the Charles S. Zimmerman berthed at Piney Point, Md., and vividly retold of his first meeting with a Norwegian immigrant some 47 years ago.. "I never forgot what he said," the 68-year old seafarer noted. He was emphatic in his philos­ ophy of never wanting a man on his side who would sell his word or his respect for any amount of money. He did not want a man "who backed down on his obligations." A strongly implanted impression was left on Miller as a result of this meeting, for the words were spoken by Andrew Furuseth, father of the American maritime labor movement. Funiseth's influence Miller was only 22 when he accidently walked into a meeting in San Franisco in 1924 and was "converted to unionism" by Furuseth. The dedicated Furuseth discussed the unsafe, un­ healthy and unfair seafarers' life during the dark days before the imion was formed. Those were the days when shipboard food was "slop", foc'sles were rat-infested, wages were substand­ ard, 10- and 12-hour watches were common­ place, and overtime was as unheard of as leisure time. Under the strongly pricipalled philosophy of Furuseth and men like Harry Lundeberg, sea- Brother Homer Miller smiles with pride and satisfaction in the SlU's accomplisnments at HLSS. men were emancipated from the misery and degradation which had long characterized their sailing careers. The passage of the Seaman's Act in 1915, aptly called the "Seaman's Bill of Rights", spelled out the basic rights of seamen and helped build the union. "All the men respected Furuseth. You could not buy him," Miller remembered. Fastly hold­ ing to Funiseth's ideals. Miller has often used the labor spokesman's words to convince fellow shoreside workers to imionize. A year following his chance meeting with Furuseth, Miller shipped out to Norfolk, Va., and sailed-with Pocahontas Steamship Com­ pany. It was his first sailing experience. The young seafarer was shown to the engine room and instructed how to keep switching a scoop shovel from his right hand to his left hand. "That was all the training I got." "It's prety hard to describe what four hours in that fire room were like—^it was pure hell!" Miller added, he lost 20 pounds during his first week on that job. While aboard a tanker in 1928, he Joined the International Seaman's Union and in 1953, the SIU. Pride in Piney Point Keenly aware of the radical changes since his early sailing days. Miller glanced with pride around the Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship. "I talked to one kid here who wants to be chief engineer." The educational training and sailing experi­ ence that the young trainees learn at the school are of particular interest to Miller. He wants to send a distant relative to the facilities. "I'll send him to Piney Point when he's 16 and I'm sure he will be a man when he comes out," the Seafarer said. As for himself. Brother Miller is planning to sail a year more before retiring. His attendance at the fourth SIU Educational Conference at HLSS has helf>ed him look forward to retire­ ment. "I've been afraid of retiring, but now I have something to look forward to, to keep me active." He was referring to the Piney Point vacation facilities, where he plans to spend his summers attending classes when they ^gin for older Seafarers. "A Seafarer is never too old for education," Miller said. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes spe­ cific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treas­ urer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file mem­ bers, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expen­ ditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund finan­ cial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Earl Shepard, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 27S-20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Page 24 sA way if0m aft fhh see ©jiff BfOhfrtng lOpf from under imgidfs mdjBok -drqpjit^ Ij: wiai^ io liyevpoh my ttafhe VvV iThh: iWe dtdkm off a Aep,-_ i7h& 'stiiiif fond he'fl fiyer have taneoih hm .I - >n>6f.#h#:-4riNtv 'Wfkm Richard Plasdkowsid > Your mother asks that you cdntact her as soon as possible. Gerald R. Schartel Please contact Marine Carriers Corp., 17 Battery Place, New York, New York in reference to your unclaimed wages. Eric Tome Pat Harris asks that you con­ tact her as soon as possible at 4551 N.W. 12 St., Ft. Lauder­ dale, Fla. 33312. Michael PIsidn George Gano would like to hear from you at 6514 Keystone St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19135. Andrw Lesmansky Please contact your sister-inlaw, Marion Russell, at 3 Dipon Ave., Worcester, Mass. 01605. Her telephone number is 617852-2752. Ario L. Klein Your brother, Carl N. Klein, asks that you contact him im­ mediately at 2409A Curtis Ave., Redondo Beach, Calif. 90278. Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and con­ ditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights prop­ erly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for 10 policy is vested in an edi­ torial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this re^nsibility. " PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a re­ ceipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headquarters. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Brother Arlo Klein is asked to call 213-371-0518. Charles Moscarella Your sister, Mrs. Jennie Arcos, would like to bear from you by letter at 361 12 St., Niagara Falls, N.Y. 14303. John Dunn Robert Goodlow asks that you contact him at Daily, 150 Hazelwood Ave., Rahway, New Jer­ sey 07065. William John Hanna, Jr. Your local Selective Service Board asks that you contact them inunediately at 500 Widener Building, Philadelphia, Pa. 19107. Jcdin Hopkins It is urgent that you call your sister, Gladys Hopkins, at 212485-6741 or 212-498-0511. Robert Orion Smith Please contact your sister, Mrs. J. Frank Walker as soon as possi­ ble. Phone 704-692-2435, Besse­ mer City, N.C. Urgent business matter. CONSTTTUTIGNAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the Seafarers Log a verbatim copy of its constitution. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SAJ constitution and In the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employ­ ers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATIONS. One of the basic rights of Seafarers is the right to pursue legislative and political objectives which will serve the best interests of themselves, their families and their Union. To achieve these objectives, the Seafarers Political Activity Do­ nation was established. Donations to SPAD are entirely voluntary and constitute the funds through which legislative arid political activities are conducted for the membership arid the Union. If at any time a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitu­ tional right of access to Union records or Information, he should Immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at head­ quarters by certliied mall, return receipt requested. Seafarers Log — f �mm -, '' "•-''J. Each month, scores of voyages begin and end in the ports of die Far East for SIU crews and SlU-contracted vessels. These men and ships are responsible for carrying a steady stream of cargoes to and frcMn the United States to nearly a score of countries in the area. electrician Warren Lewis put the machinery in ship-shape condi­ tion again so that cargo handling for the TRANSGLOBE continued without much "down-time." h. In Yokosuka, Japan Bosun Norlin Barry examines one of the new movies the crew will be enjoying aboard the Seatrain Florida. The crew has rented 18 films for their upcoming three month voyage at a cost of $25 per man or $1,000 for the entire trip. After viewing these plms, they will be swapped to other SIU ships for new ones. To a good many Seafarers ports such as Naga, Kobe, Pusan, Tainan, and Cho Lon are as familiar to them as San Francisco, New York, Baltimore, and New Orleans. a. Aboard the TRANSGLOBE in Naha, Okinawa, chief electrician John l^eo (left) watches the relays go through sequence following repairs. Brother Meo and second c. d. ' 'v;«, J-• y-; , IV r y Ir ' !| . ' c. On a clear day you can see for­ ever from the top of the forward stack aboard the O^RSEAS ROSE. Able seaman Walt Weaver, master of all he surveys, as he works a block and tackle into position at the rim of the stack. d. Aboard the OVERSEAS ROSE oiler Bob Kisosondi (left) examines a section of pipe with second assistant engineer Ronald Sar­ gent. Kisosondi, a graduate of the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, is now hitting the books to earn his third assistant engineer's license. e. In the crew's mess aboard the OVERSEAS ROSE are (I to r ); Dave Kisosondi, oiler; Bob Koczian, wiper; Jim Lilly, crew messman, and Dan Connor, pantryman. I-' I- f. Top to bottom; SIU Yokohama Port Agent Prank Boyne; Bill Mucci, U.S. Consul in Naha, Okinawa; Les Hauer, manager of the United Seamen's Service Club in Okinawa; John Tsatos, former manager of the United Seamen's Service Club. �•:K; Seafarer Victor O'Brianl Is shown top^e aboartf the SIU.-'mntritcli^//^ew''as-'the'aiup ~ itW :ifee/Pahnma'vC^'ii^K:' Brother O'Brifutt has heera. ahoerti the /aser lor the ia«t thi^ xmnitlM. Upon the amysl ht the port of New Chlesns, Brother O^Qipijrnf, who l» 70 tm penuon to the headh. Photo was sahfeiitt^ his shipntates who wit^ed him a happf le^irensetil. . ' In fhe Galley Aboard Overseas Joyce Doing a fine job in the gaUey aboard the Overteat Joyce (Maritime Overseas) are baker R. Bollard (left) and chief cook S. Bell. Photo,' was taken by E. C. Cooper in the Port of Wilmington, Del. TRANSCOLORADO (Hudson Waterways), Mar. 14—Chairman F. J. Smith; Secretary J. W. Mims; Deck Delegate C. C. Smith; En­ gine Delegate W. R. Shoun; Stew­ ard Delegate A. P. Lopez. $46 in ship's fund. All is well in all de­ partments. CONNECTICUT (Ogden Marine), May 23—Chairman C. Lineberrey; Secretary L. Banks; Deck Delegate G. P. Scott; Engine Delegate James Shay; Steward Delegate John Faber. Some disputed OT in engine de­ partment. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. LOS ANGELES (Sea-Land), May 2—Chairman R. D. Eisengreaber; Secretary G. P. Ghlu. $60 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported. STEEL SCIENTIST (Isthmian), May 28—Chairman Leonard Maham; Secretary, Roque Macaraeg; Deck Delegate Thomas H. Holt; Engine Delegate, Russell M. Somen; Steward Delegate Francis Ward. $10 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department to be taken up with patrolman. MARYMAR (Calmar), May 23—Chairman L. E. Joseph; Sec­ retary N. Kondylas; Deck Delegate Walter Smith; Engine Delegate Walter M. Mitchell. Everything is nmning smoothly with no beefs. Vote of thanks to the steward depaitment for a job well done. ANDREW JACKSON (Water­ man), Apr. 11—-Chairman W. E. Czajkowski; Secretary, Thomas Liles, Jr. Some disputed OT in deck and steward department. CHARLESTON (Sea-Land), June 13—Chairman John Albert!; Sec­ retary R. Aguial; Deck Delegate Jose Cortez; Engine Delegate Pat­ rick Rogers; Steward Delegate Juan Hernandez. $16 in sUp's fimd. Spme disputed OT in deck department. STONEWALL JACKSOP^ (Wa­ terman), June 6—Chairman Rob­ ert Broadus; Secretary Robert EL Richer, Deck Delegate Daniel W. Mizell; Engine Delegate Joseph J. Logan, Jr.; Steward Delegate. Darrell L. Coleman. Trip just started and everything is running smoothly. STEEL ADVOCATE (Isthmanian), Apr. 25—Chairman N.D. Gillikin; Secretary L. Ceperiano; Deck Delegate Jama J. Connors; Engine Delegate Howard F. Menz; Stew­ ard Delegate Rafael Padilla. Some disputed OT in deck and engine department to be taken up with boarding patrolman. THETIS (Rye Marine), May 30 —Chairman A. R. Sawyer; Saretary S. J. Davis. $10 in ship's fund. Everything is running smoothly with no beefs. GALVESTON (Sea-L^d), May 23—Chairman D. Manning; Secre­ tary John Nash; Deck Delegate A. L. Waters; Engine Delegate J. J. Tobin; Steward Delegate R. E. Rainwater. Some disputed OT in deck department. All rooms and heads need to be painted. STEEL ADVOCATE (Isthmian), May 16—Chairman N. D. Gillikin; Secretary L. Ceperiano; Deck Dele­ gate James J. Connors; Engine Delegate Howard F. Menz; Stew­ ard Delegate Rafael Padilla. Some disputed OT in deck and engine de­ partments. SEATRAIN PUERTO RICO (Seatrain), Apr. 11—Chairman, C. L. England; Secretary J. McPhaul; Deck Delegate M. F. Kramer; &igine Delegate W. O. Barrincau; Steward Delegate Robert Pattee. Everything is nmning smoothly. Vote of thanks to the steward de­ partment for a job well done. HASTINGS (Waterman), June 13—Chairman J. Kennedy; Secre­ tary G. Trosclair. No beefe were reported; Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. BEAUREGARD (Sea-Land), May 2—Chairman Jim Tanner; Secretary John Burke, Sr.; Deck Delegate Leimy Zintz; Engine Del­ egate A1 Fry; Steward Delegate B. M. McNally. $31 in ship's fund. No beefs reported. YAKA (Waterman), June 13— Chairman George A. Burch; Secre­ tary C. L. Shirah; Deck Delegate D. Williams; Engine Delegate Her­ man Wilkerson; Steward Delegate E. N. Gray, Sr. Dispute OT in deck and engine departments. Vote of thanks to Brothers Gray and Shirah for a job well done. BEAUREGARD (Sea-Land), May 21—Chairman Jim Tanner; Secretary John Burke, Sr.; Deck Delegate Lenny Zentz; Engine Dele­ gate A1 Fry; Steward Delegate B. J. McNally. $31 in ship's fund. No beefs. DEL ORG (Delta), May 16— Chairman Antoine Kerageogiou; Secretary James W. Sumpter. $8 in ship's fimd. Some disputed OT in deck department to be taken up with patrolman. Discussion held re­ garding shortage of ship's stores. SEATRAIN OHIO (Seatrain), May 17—Chairman Tom Kelsey; Secretary W. Fitch; Deck Delegate Paul L. Whitlow. $27 in ship's fimd. Some disputed OT in engine department, otherwise everything is running smoothly. PITTSBURGH (Sea-Land), May 16—Chairman F. Pehler; Secre­ tary S. Wright; Deck Delegate Thomas Snow; Engine Delegate Mike A. Stupin; Steward Delegate Leo DeKens. $63 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine depart­ ment. Vote of thanks to the chief engineer for his work on the cranes so that no one will get hurt RAPHAEL SEMMES (SeaLand), May'28—Chairman Benja­ min Mignano; Secretary Harvey M. Lee; Deck Delegate Lars Nielson. Some disputed OT in each depart­ ment. COLUMBIA TRADER (Colum­ bia), June 20—Chairman AnthcMiy Nottage; Secretary C. N. Johnson. Some disputed OT in deck depart­ ment, otherwise everything is run­ ning smoothly. ' . > :• '• • ;.;V VANTAGE HORIZON (Vancor), June 13—Chairman J. W. Altstatt; Secretary S. T. Arales; Deck Delegate J. J. Connors; Engine Delegate W. Bowler; Steward Dele­ gate T. Harris. No beefs and no disputed OT. SL 181 (Sea-Land), June 23— Chairman Anthony J. Palino; 'Sec­ retary G. Walter; Deck Delegate Horace B. Gaskell; Engine Dele­ gate James R. Messec; Steward Delegate Stonewall Jackson. Some disputed OT in engine department. Vote of thanks ot the steward de­ partment for a job well done. STEEL SEAFA^R (Isthmian), Jime 13—Chairman A. Donnelly; Secretary J, P. Baliday; Deck Dele­ gate John Wilson; Engine Delegate Kevin W. Conklin; Steward Dele­ gate Edward Dale. No beefs, every­ thing is running smoothly. SACRAMENTO (Ogden Ma­ rine), June 13—Chairman Carl Thompson; Secretary Sam S. Brown; Deck Delegate M. F. Cur­ ry; Engine Delegate P. Pringi; Steward Delegate Jesus Granadas. No beefs were reported. STEEL DESIGNER (Isthmian), June 13—Chairman Lee Hans; Sec­ retary Angel Seda. $7 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported. MOBILE (Sea-Land), June 6— Chairman H. Libby; Secretary J. Delise. $15 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported. Everything is run­ ning smoothly. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. BRADFORD ISLAND (Steuart Tankers), June 29—Chair­ man G. E. Annis; Secretary T, Savage. Some disputed OT in deck department to be taken up with boarding patrolman. COLUMBIA TRADER (Co­ lumbia), Apr. 25 — Chairman Lewis Fitton; Secretary C. N. . Johnson; Engine Delegate R. S. Sullivan; Steward Delegate A. B. C^oleman. No beefs and no dis­ puted OT. RAMBAM (American Bulk), May 30—Chairman W. E. Joyrier; Secretary F. S. Paylor, Jr. $12 in ship's fund. No beefs were reported. CITRUS PACKER (Waters man), July A—Chairman C. J. Prey; Secretary L, Nicholas; Deck Delegate George A. Nuss; Engiiie Delegate John Sherpinski; Steward Delegate Marion CDale. $41 in ship's fund. Smooth sailing with no beefs. Food and service continues up to par. CONNECTICUT (Ogden Ma­ rine), June 27—Chairman Carl Lineberry; Secretary L. A. Banks; Deck Delegate G. R. Scott; Engine Delegate James A. Slay. Disputed OT in deck and engine departments. Everything running smoothly. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. ^•1 -1 1 i. - II ^'i jr f V Life Aboard fhe Steel fabricator On a Run to the Far East : -.rL , '-SI mm, Preparing a hearty meal for the crew in the galley Is Abdul Hassan, chief cook, right, and Justo Sana, third cook on the SlU-contracted ship. Page 26 Relaxing below deck are, froth left: Clyde Miller, boat­ swain; Ray Matthews, chief electrician; and John Vorchak, ordinary seaman. -(I ft Coming on deck for some fresh air and exercise is the ship's steward L. Ceperiano. The ship stopped at ports in Vietnam, Borneo, Korea and Hong Kong. Seafarers Log �Lewis Receives AFL-CIO Murray-Green Award Jerry Lewis, whose combi­ nation of stamina and talent have raised millions of dollars for the fight against muscular dystrophy through his famed telethons, has been named to receive the AFL-CIO MurrayGreen Award, AFL-CIO President George Meany, in announcing the award, hailed the Lewis tele­ thons as "one of the most heartwarming traditions of tele­ vision." Previous winners of the Murray-Green honor include former President Harry Tru­ man, General Omar Bradley, Dr. Jonas Salk, Bob Hope, Henry Kaiser, the Menningers, Eleanor Roosevelt and Sen. Estes Kefauver, Membership Meetings' Schedule SIU-AGLIWD Meetings New Orleans.Oct. 12—2:30 p.m. Mobile Oct. 13—^2:30 p.m. Wilmington...Oct. 18—2:30 p.m. San. Fran. ...Oct. 20—^2:30 p.m. Seattle Oct. 22—2:30 p.m. New York....Oct. 4—^2:30 p.m. Philade]phia..Oct. 5—2:30 p.m. Baltimore Oct 6—2:30 p.m. Detroit Oct 15—^2:30 p.m. {Houston Oct. 12—2:30 p.m. United Industrial Workers New Orleans.Oct. 12—^7:00 p.m. Mobile Oct. 13—7:00 p.m. New York....Oct. 4—^7:00 p.m. Philadelphia..Oct. 5—^7:00 p.m. Baltimore Oct. 6—7:00 p.m. Houston Oct. 12—7:00 p.m. Great Lakes SIU Meetings Detroit Oct. 4—^2:00 p.m. Buffalo Oct 4—7:00 p.m. Alpena Oct 4—^7:00 p.m. Chicago Oct. 4—7:00 p.m. Duluth Oct 4—7:00 p.m. Frankfort Oct. 4—7:30 p.m. Great Lakes Tng and Dredge Section Chicago... Oct. 12—7:30 p.m. tSault Ste Marie Oct. 14—7:30 p.m. Buffalo Oct. Duluth Oct. Cleveland .Oct. Toledo .Oct. Detroit Oct. Milwaukee....Oct. 13—^7:30 p.m. 15—^7:30 p.m. 15—-7:30 p.m. 15—^7:30 p.m. 9—7:30 p.m. 11—7:30 p.m. SIU Inland Boatmen's Union New Orleans.Oct. 12—5:00 p.m. Mobile Oct. 13—5:00 p.m. Philadelphia..Oct. 5—5:00 p.m. Baltimore (li­ censed and unlicensed Oct. 6—5:00 p.m. Norfolk Oct. 7—^5:00 p.m. Houston .Oct. 12—5:00 p.m. Railway Marine Region Philadelphia..Oct 12—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Baltimore Oct. 13—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. •Norfolk Oct. 14—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Jersey City... Oct. 11—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. ,< • • {Meeting held at Galveston wharves. {Meeting held in Labor Tem­ ple, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. •Meeting held In Labor Tem­ ple, Newport News. BALTIMORE (Sea-Land), Aug. 22—Chairman J. Delgado; Secretary J. Cruz. Few hours dis­ puted OT in deck department to be taken up with boarding pa­ trolman. Discussion was held concerning Piney Point and the role the union is playing there, which was taken in very good faith by all the members. It was suggested that all members, old and new, who have not been able to go to Piney Point should go and participate in the regular meetings and conferences that are held there. COMMANDER (Marine Car­ riers), Aug. 1—Chairman Steve Bergeria; Secretary W. T. Rose; Deck Delegate James H. Newton; Engine Delegate E. P. Burke; Steward Delegate J. A. Worsewire. No beefs were reported. Everything is running smoothly. DEL RIO (Delta),. June 20-— Chairman John Robinson; Secre­ tary Alton R. Booth; Deck Dele­ gate Irvin Gorgas; Engine Dele­ gate Charles W. Bean; Steward Delegate John Nuss. The subject of Piney Point came up and Brother A. R. B(x>th, who was SIU Atlantic, Gulf y Lakes & Inland Waters Inland Boatmen's Union United Industrial Workers PRESIDENT Paul Hall EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard A1 Tanner Lindsey Williams Robert Matthews SECRETARY-TREASURER A1 Kerr : ' f I HEADQUABTEnS ....670 4th Ave., BUya. 11232 (212) HY 6-6600 aiPENA, Mleh 800 N. Seeood Ave. 40707 (017) EI. 4-3616 BAETIUOBE. Hd. ..1216 B. BalUmon St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4000 .....:.663 AtlanUe Ave. BOSTON, 02111 (617) 482-4716 200'FnHikUa St. BUFFALO, N.Y. 14202 SIU (716) TL 3-0200 inu (716) TL 3-0200 OHIOAOO, ni. 0383 EWIBK Ave. 60617 SIU (312) SA 1-0733 IBU (312) ES 8-0570 0I.EVEI.AND, O. 1420 W. 25th St. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DBTBOIT, Mich, 10225 W. JeffenoB Ave. 48218 (313) VI 3-4741 DULUTH. Mhm 2014 W. 3d St. (218) RA 2-4110 55806 OT in deck department, every­ thing is okay. Vote of thanks was extended to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Bosun and steward attended conference at Piney Point and suggested that anyone who has the chance to go to Piney Point should do so as he will learn a lot and would not regret it. WESTERN CLIPPER (Westem Tankers), June 20—Chair­ man R. Palmer; Secretary R. Mills; Deck Delegate W. An­ thony; Engine Delegate R. W. Poletti; Steward Delegate Fran­ cisco A. Gonzalez. Everything is going along fine. $13 in ship's fund. STONEWALL JACKSON (Waterman), Aug. 1—Chairman Robert Broadus; Secretary Rob­ ert H. Pitcher; Engine Delegate Joseph J. Logan, Jr.; Steward Delegate D. L. Coleman. No beefs. Everything is running smoothly. ALBANY (Ogden Marine), Aug. 8—Chairman D. L. Parker; Secretary J. E. Samuels. $1 in ship's fund. No beefs^and no dis­ puted OT. DISPATCHERS REPORT My 1. mi to Mjr 31.1471 Msm DiCK DEPAR^CNT f ;; TOTAL REGISTERED Port Boston New York Philadelphia 4«n««|tn' Baltimore 'Norfolk Jacksonville iTuapa bile lew Orleans........ idawA.:: ClMSil 7 124 95 7 Mm' 14 17 34 31 MM 6 49 mMm. 77 55 l . OI. 59 WilmmgttMi . T- 21 27 San Francisco ....... 98 90 Seattle 18 7 Totals. 636 446 Directory Of Union Hails .P.O. 287 415 Mala St. 40635 (616) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tax 5804 Canal St. 77011 (718) WA 8-3207 JIAOKSONVILLE, Fla. JtflOS Pcad St. 32233 (004) EL 3-0087 mnSEY CITY, N.J. ..90 Moatcomaiy St. 07302 (201) HE 5-0424 MOBILE, Ala. 1 Sooth Lawreaea St. 36002 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW OBLEANS, La 630 laekMta Ave. 70130 (604) 529-7540 NOBFOLK, Va. 115 3d St. 23510 (703) 622-1882 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 8604 S. 4tb St. 10148 (215) DE 6-3818 POBT ABTHUB, Tex 534NlathAve. 77640 (713) 983-1078 SAN FBANCISOO, CaUf. 1321 BUtaloa St. 04103 (415) 626-0793 SANTUBCE, P.B. ..1313 Femsadex loneoa Step 20 00808 724-2848 SEATTLE, Wadi je605 Flnt Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Me 4577 GiavoU Ave. 63116 (314) 762-6500 TAMPA, Fto. ......3U UantaoD St. 33602 (813) 220-2788 TOLEDO, O. 035 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3601 WILMINOTON, OuUf 450 Seualde Ave. . Terminal Island. CaUf. 90744 (213) 832-7285 YOKOHAMA, dapu Iseya BIdr., Boom 810 1-2 KalKan-Dorl-Nakaku 2014971 Ext. 281 there, had nothing but praise for Piney Point. $130 in ship's fund. Everything is O.K. IBERVILLE (Waterman), July 4—Chairman S. R. Mehringer; Secretary F. Allen; Deck Delegate Roy D. Peebles; En­ gine Delegate Wiliiam J. Rose; Steward Delegate Edwin Melchel. $19 in ship's fund. Good trip. Some repairs and painting has been taken care of. CITIES SERVICE BALTI­ MORE (Cities Service), June 28 —Chairman Joseph J. Meyerchak; Secretary Darius L. Knapp. Some disputed OT in engine de­ partment. No beefs were report­ ed. SEATRAIN MARYLAND (Hudson Waterways), June 12— Chairmw Enos E. Allen; Secre­ tary James Archie; Deck Dele­ gate Henry A. Brewer; Engine Delegate Manuel A. Rendueles; Steward Delegate Alfred Flatts. No beefs. Everything is running smoothly. OVERSEAS ALICE (Mari­ time Overseas), July 10—Chair­ man M. Cross; Secretary Duke Hall. Except for some disputed •? TYTTAL SHIPPED REGlSTIOtED ON BEACHmi ABGnnqn OassA Class B OassC 1 sy78^;: 41 • M• 0 mU'' ^6: , . r• 12 0 . 20 3 0 ; 0 25 35 60 •rMm MM -i;.' MM MMt 14 :.:MM 3 rnMmJ. 0 24 241 31 192 49 69 22 M 198 25 84 40 71 19 182 1 185 62 1379 ] •>• • ••• 5 ''tl BiaiMt evanMBiT TOTAL REGISTERED AllGbrmm OassA ClaasB FRANKFOBT, Web, SkOfi aaeaoawaeeaeabao ew York .aaaaTfeiea*:;- ilorfolk •aeaaeeaeaeoaa Jacksonville •aaeadbaee- 26 ' ave««*««aea4efe« Mobile New Orleans IHo^tdn;^: eaeaeaaebebae* Wilmington Sm Francisco • •aa»aea*aB4d*4a«*.>..".'. . Totals a.eaeiaea »•aaaaoa W "Kp: 6 T9 17 43 24 13 34 54 66 18 68 10 458 4 88 12 19 24 41 10 , 31 49 65 25 118 15 501 TOTAL Smma- ' nEdSTERED ON EEA AUGnmps -OiBs#\Oaife;H' ABGnmns OassA CtesB OassC 2 61 13 16 9 10 0 24 50 2 46 7 3 15 21 3 19 17 . 9 MS -:::x^6 21 7 63 63 3 " 0 292 224 8 9 ^^1,50'V' 225 33 25 89 •-'••o'-m 133 40 42 -'MM-: 76 42 16 : -MM :: 0 47 m-M:¥mm.: 167 :> 150 138 74 24 145 0 119 43 ; 40 928 1113 = 7 mMrn- m STEWARD WAItTMEliT ^ TOTAL REGISTERED Boston .*eae« a•« •e'eaaaak'! New York •• ••eeaoaaea Philadelphia |;8|iitiinore;"Norfolk acksonville .. 'ampa obile ew Orleans Houston >v*«»'ii«»e«ae Wilmington . San Francisco Seattle • ».« • e eaejt4 »»• et. ^tals-.t. *.e.*e9a»>4*ajra4J* TOTAL DIPPED REGISTERED ON BEl^ AH Groups OassA OassB OassC 0 -50 9 .. 13 All Groups OassA ClassB 1 3 81 69 12' 7 38 12 10 17 7 . X 3 'Oiii5'A:;0^^;B 1 . •; Page 27 September 1971 . '•TV'" �ANNUAL REPORT For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1970 Part rV SEAFARERS WELFARE FUND Part rV—Secthm A 275 20th Street, Biooidyn, N.Y. 11215 foflie ; SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE of the STATE OF NEW YORK STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE (RESERVE FOR FUTURE BENEFITS) ADOmONS TO FUND BALANCE Item 1. Contributions: (Exclude amounts entered in Item 2) $3,951,129.88 (a) Employer (Schedule 1) (b) Employee (c) Other (Specify) (d) Total Contributions 2. Dividends and Experience Rating Refunds from Insurance Companies 3. Investment Income: (a) Interest 235,637.19 (b) Dividends 60,032.10 (c) Rents 1,871.04 (d) Other (Specify) (e) Total Income from Investments 4. Profit of disposal of investments 5. Increase by adjustment in asset values of invest­ ments 6. Other Additions: (Itemize) (a) See Attachment 168,541.76 (b) Clinic services rendered to participating groups 307,950.22 (c) Total Other Additicms 7. Total Additions $3,951,129.88 297,540.33 476,491:98 $4,725,162.19 DEDUCnONS FROM FUND BALANCE End off Prior Ye« $ 342,018.19 1. Cash 2. Receivables: a. Contributions: (See Item 18) (1) Employer (2) Other (Specify) b. Dividends or experience rating refunds c. Other (Specify) See attachment 50,418.43 3. Investments: (Other than real estate) a. Bank deposits at interest and deposits or shares in savings and loan associatimis .... 850,197.03 b. Stocks: (1) Preferred 5,808.71 (2) Conunon 949,113.69 c. Bonds and debentures: • (1) Government obligations: (a) Federal (b) State and municipal (2) Foreign government obligations (3) Nongovernment obligations 1,931,731.25 d. Common Trusts: (1) (Identify) (2) (Identify) e. Subsidiary organizations (See Instructions) .. 160,3(X).00 (Identify and indicate percentage of owner­ ship by this Plan in the subsidiary) (1) See attachment 100 .... % (2) % 4. Real estate loans and mortgages 5. Loans and Notes Receivable: (Other than real estate) a. Secured 1,538,425.14 b. Unsecured 6. Real Estate: a. Operated b. Other real estate 7. Other Assets: a. Accrued income b. Prepaid expenses 586,514.97 c. Other (Specify) See attachment $6,414,527.41 8. Tohd Assets E^off Rcportii« Y( $ 488,116.84 - >!i 68,306.12 52,529.44 5,808.71 948,123.27 1,931,731.25 160,300.00 1,790,050.94 537,724.05 $5,982,690.62 - <1 LIABILITIES $3,528,351.55 1,673,202.59 ' ' 489,922.38 $453,756.47 32,465.63 17,752.18 71,507.07 44,546.49 4,956.14 775,708.42 1,400,692.40 34,309.01 6,916.92 17. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits at Beginning of Year) 18. Total Additions During Year (Item 7) $4,725,162.19 19. Total Deductions During Year (Item 16) 7,133,394.85 20. Total Net Increase (Decrease) 21. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at end of Year (Item 14, Statement of Assets and Liabilities) 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Insurance and annuity premiums payable Unpaid claims (Not covered by insurance) Accounts payable See attachment Accrued expenses Other liabilities (Specify) See attachment Reserve for future benefits Total LiahOities and Reserves 169,586.70 2,192,605.96 77,844.67 6,167,096.04 $6,414,527.41 31,221.28 3,758,863.38 $5,982,690.62 * The assets listed in this investments heid in the fund at their aggregrate cost or pi quired to be filed with the U.S. Treasury Department. SEAFARERS WELFARE FUND Attachment to 1970 New York State Insurance Department Annual Statement Year Ended November 30, 1970 41,225.93 $7,133,394.85 RECONCILEMENT OF FUND BALANCE Page 28 Statement off Assets and Liabilities Seafarers Wdffare Plan FRe No. WP-59298 As off November 30, 1970 ASSETS' The data contained herein is for the purpose off providing general information as to the condition and affairs off flie ffnnd. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. For a more conq^rAenshre treatment, refer to the Annmd Statement, copies off whMi may be inqiected at the pifice off the ffand, or at Ae New Ymh State ance D^artment, 55 John Street, New York, New York 10038. 8. Insurance and Annuity Premiums to Insurance Carriers and to S^ice Organizations (In­ cluding Prepaid Medical Plans) 9. Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Sepa­ rately Maintained Fund 10. Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Benefits to Participants (Attach latest operating state­ ment of the Organization showing detail of administrative expenses, supplies, fees, etc.) 11. Payments or Contract Fees Paid to Independent Organizations or Individuals Providing Plan Benefits (Clinics, Hospitals, Doctors, etc.) .... 12. Administratiye Expenses: (a) Salaries (Schedule 2) (b) Allowances, Expenses, etc. (Schedule 2) .... (c) Taxes (d) Fees and Commissions (Schedule 3) (e) Rent (f) Insurance Premiums (g) Fidelity Bond Premiums ; (h) Other Administrative Expenses (Specify) See attachment (i) Total Adiministrative Expenses 13. Loss on disposal of investments 14. Decrease by adjustment in asset values of in­ vestments 15. Other Deductions: (Itemize) (a) Acquisition of fixed assets (b) See Attachment (c) Total Other Deductions 16. Total Deductions s Part IV data for trust or other separately maintained fund are to be completed for a plan Involving a trust or other separately maintained fund. It also Is to be completed for a plan which: (1) Has incurred expenses other than: (a) Payments for unfunded benefits or (h) Insurance or annuity premiums or subscription charges paid to an insur­ ance carrier or service or oflier mganizatkm; or (2) Has assets other flian: (a) Insurance or annuity contracts or (h) Cbntrihutions in the proccM of payment or collection. $6,167,096.04 (2,408,232.66) $3,758,863.38 Page 6—^Item t>—Other Additions Restaurant sales Equipment rentals Miscellaneous income Transfer of assets from Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship—^re termination of Agreement Less reserve for fixed assets Total other additions Page 6—Item lid—Fees and CommisskHis Total fees paid Less charged to Wage Insurance Program— Escrow accoimt Page 6—Item lib—Other Administrative Expenses Tabulating service Stationery Postage Equipment Rental Electricity Linen service Miscellaneous ...-. Telephone and Telegraph Repairs and maintenance 134,372.51 29,401.62 4,767.63 $ 1,338.63 1,338.63 $ 168,541.76 $ 81,962.58 10,455.51 •...•> $ 71,507.07 $ 357,812.85 47,749.33 10,078.03 21,185.90 788.00 81.62 33,093.65 14,722.68 5,481.63 Seafarers Log >L 1^1 .r —1 u... �--<npw» '^.aterwT^r^i' Cleaning Dues and subscriptions Employees benefits Port shipping activity report service Microfilming Licenses and permits Trustees' meetings expense—miscellaneous Capital donated to wholly owned corporations Maintenance of real estate—Brooklyn, N.Y Litigation costs Office improvements Contribution to Pension Plan ; Information booklets Interest ;. 3,219.00 636.39 25,164.44 17,850.00 2,878.94 49.84 348.39 54,497.22 5,520.73 2,379.66 5,812.23 123,693.83 39,338.19 3,325.87 $ 775,708.42 Page 6—^Item 15b Adjustment to loans receivable—Seniority Upgrading Program— transferred from Harry Lund^erg Sch^ of Seamanship re ter­ mination of Agreement $ Pi«e 6—items 17 and 21—Ftind Balance 6,916.92 Bcginiilng of Year Reserve for welfare benefits for pensioners and $4,320,581.00 their dependents 1,846,515.04 Fund balance $6,167,096.04 ( ) Indicates negative figure End of Year $4,545,656.00 (786,792.62) $3,758,863.38 Part IV—Section A Item 2—Other Receivables Great Lakes Seamen's Appeals Board $ Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Region Appeals Board Seafarers Puerto Rico Division Welfare Fund.. MAP Norfolk Building Corp Welfare Mobile Building Corp Seafarers International Union of North Amer­ ica, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Fund.... $ Prior Year 1,286.07 Reporting Year $ 1,608.07 643.04 27,756.00 15,523.67 150.70 804.05 65,894.00 4,691.00 367.95 50,418.43 Part IV—Section A Item 11—Acconnts Payable Due to Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Fund $ —0— Due to Seafarers Vacation Fund 107,060.36 Due to Welfare New York Restaurant Corp —0— Due to Seafarers Pension Fund 54,997.73 Due to MAP Norfolk Building Corp —0— Due to Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship 7,528.61 Due to Welfare Baltimore Restaurant Corp..... —0— $ 169,586.70 Part IV—Section A Item 13—Other Liabilities Unapplied contributicms Miscellaneous Payroll deductions withheld M^ile sales tax payable New Orleans sales tax payable Wage Insurance Program—escrow account Security deposits 359.00 Fixed Assets (see attachment for reconciliation).... Furniture and fixtures—Plan office 329,963.50 Furniture and fixtures—Detroit c^ce 10,826.38 Training facilities—Bayou Le Batre, Ala.*.... 31,185.47 Medical and Safety Program facilities— Brooklyn, N.Y 99,621.09 Puerto Rico , 67,528.61 Chicago, IlUnois 323,001.98 New Orleans, Louisiana 46,846.61 Baltimore, Maryland 48,069.82 Furniture and fixtures—Blood Bank Program.. 780.36 Equipment—Outports 6,896.85 Cemetery plots 729.10 Restaurant faciUties— New Orleans 100,810.09 Philadelphia 22,976.38 MobUe 19,752.13 Recieatimial fadlities New Orleans 1,039.95 Houston 12,963.53 Puerto Rico 612.80 Loans receivable— Seamen's Loan Program 106,166.58 Seniority Upgrading Program 129,129.97 Food inventories 4,605.26 Less reserve for fixed assets (1,123,604.65) Total other assets $ 586,514.97 ( ) Indicates negative figure 359.00 342,440.45 10,921.23 31,185.47 104,175.23 67,745.24 324,280.97 46,912.15 49,258.72 780.36 9,302.05 416.60 102,148.72 22,976.38 19,752.13 462.00 21,963.53 612.80 120,473.92 153,503.82 3,623.57 (1,155,334.03) $ 537,724.05 • Title to this property is in the name of the Welfare Mobile Building Corp., a whoUy owned corporation. CyUJU/ $ 68,306.12 $ 18.93 45,936.12 4,295.60 2,081,282.65 22,995.65 31,349.54 6,727.47 $2,192,605.96 Others (Indicate titles): $ $ 48,476.76 —0— 7,989.64 —0— —0— 21,378.27 77,844.67 $ 3,543.00 27.50 16,081.49 94.16 179.67 11,295.46 31,221.28 $ Part rv—Section A Item 3o—Subsidiary Organhations Capital Donrted Stock Capital Welfare New York Building Corp. $ 2,000.00 $ 768,943.70 Welfare Philadelphia Building Corp. 2,000.00 339,472.34 Welfare Baltimore BuUding Corp. 2,000.00 1,225,468.20 Welfare New Orleans Buffding Corp. 2,000.00 1,198,199.89 Welfare Mobile Building Corp. 2,000.00 200,989.41 Welfare New York Restaurant Corp. 2,000.00 110,034.86 Welfare Baltimore Restaurant Corp. 2,000.00 90,967.51 $14,000.00 $3,934,075.91 Less Reserve* $ 763,943.70 $ Prior Year Repwting Year 7,000.00 $ 7,000.00 323,472.34 18,000.00 18,000.00 1,183,368.20 44,100.0() 44,100.00 1,180,399.89 19,800.00 19,800.00 189,189.41 13,800.00 13,800.00 74,434.86 37,600.00 37,600.00 72,967.51 20,000.00 20,000.00 $3,787,775.91 $160,300.00 $160,300.00 Part IV—Section A Item 7c—Other Assets Advances to corporations— Welfare Mobile BuUding Corp. .• Welfare Philadelphia BuUding Corp Welfare Baltimore Building Corp Welfare New Orleans BuUding Corp Welfare New York Building Corp — Welfare New York Restaurant Corp Welfare Baltimore Restaurant Corp. Miscellaneous advance Advance to Seafarers Welfare Plan Clinic, Chi­ cago, 111 Insurance claims receivable Due from participating groups re medical clinic services September 1971 For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1970 Seafams Pensimi Fund * It Is the policy of the Plan to reflect its fund balance on a cash basis, therefore a reserve is set up representing fixed assets acquired by the Fund and donted to its corporations. The differ­ ence between donated capital and respective reserve represents cash contributed for operating purposes. Individual filings on Part IV, Sections A, B and C for the foregoing subsidiary corporations win be made under separate cover. IK ANNUAL REPORT $ Prior Year Reporting Year 22,604.42 21,037.12 75,947.74 70,581.73 10,772.43 37,010.01 6,017.24 200.00 $ 27,165.50 13,700.97 45,867.32 45,136.24 25,001.70 —0— —0— 124.00 100,500.00 283.49 100,500.00 538.41 1,299.98 1,729.60 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 to the SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE of the STATE OF NEW YORK The data contained herein is for the pupose of providing general information as to the conditions and affairs of the fond. The in-esentation is necessarily abbrevi­ ated. Fm* a more comprehensive treatment, refer to die Annmd Statement, c<q;Mes of irtiich may he inspected at the office (ff the fund, or at ffie New York State Insurance Department, 55 John Street, New Yoilc, New York 10038. STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE (RESERVE FOR FUTURE BENEFITS) ADDITIONS TO FUND BALANCE Item 1. Contributions: (Exclude amounts entered in Item 2) (a) Employer (Schedule 1) $13,488,791.92 (b) Employee Page 29 �' (c) Other (Specify (d) Total Contribitfions 2. Dividends and Experience Rating Refunds from Insurance Companies 3. Investment Income: (a) Interest (b) Dividends (c) Rents t (d) Other (Specify) (e) Total Income from Investments 4. Profit on disposal of investments 5. Increase by adjustment in asset values of in­ vestments 6. Other Additions: (Itemiu) (a) Benefits refunded (b) (c) Total Other Addittions 7. Total Additions 3. Investments: (Other than real estate) a. Bank deposits at interest and deposits or shares in savings and loan associations.... b. Stocks: (1) Preferred (2) Common c. Bonds and debentures: (1) Government obligations: (a) Federal (b) State and municipal (2) Foreign government obligations (3) Nongovernment obligations d. Common Trusts: (1) (Identify) AFL-CIO Mortgage Invest­ ment Fund ; (2) (Identify) e. Subsidiary organizations (See Instructions).. (Identify and indicate percentage of ovraership by this Plan in the subsidiary) $13,488,791.92 2,082,658.63 519,860.14 2,602,518.77 142,068.38 1,580.74 1,580.74 $16,234,959.81 (1) ...................................... (2) 4,452,299.00 • 2,406,446.31 12,302,438.00 2,695,631.24 15,074,013.96 1,345,758.48 1,213,135.00 25,923,435.76 . 32,046,209.31 999,732.43 999,732.43 •• ............M.. ; % 4. Real estate loans and mortgages 234,364.24 221,266.02 5. Loans and Notes Receivable: (Other than real estate) a. Secured b. Unsecured 6. Real Estate: a. Operated b. Other real estate 7. Other Assets: a. Accrued income 11,510.86 20,274.03 b. Prepaid expenses c. Other (Specify) 8. Total Assets $43,885,805.11 $55,157,672.06 DEDUCTIONS FROM FUND BALANCE 8. Insurance and Annuity Premiums to Insurance Carriers and to Service Organizati(ms (Includ­ ing Prepaid Medical Plans) 9. Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Separately Maintained Fund 10. Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Benefits to Participants (Attach latest operating statement of the Organization showing detail of administrative expenses, supplies, fees, etc.) 11. Payments or Contract Fees Paid to Independent Organizations or Individuals Providing Plan Benefits (Clinics, Hospitals, Doctors, etc.) 12. Administrative Expenses: (a) Salaries (Schedule 2) (b) Allowances, Expenses, etc. (Schedule 2).... (c Taxes (d) Fees and Commissions (Schedule 3) (e) Rent (f) Insurance Premiums (g) Fidelity Bond Premiums (h) Other Administrative Expenses (Specify) See attachment (i) Total Administrative Expenses 13. Loss on disposal of investments 14. Decrease by adjustment in asset values of investments 15. Other Deductions: (Itemize) (a) (b) (c) Total Other Deductions 16. Total Deductions . . ' LIABILITIES 9. Insurance and annuity premiums payable 10. Unpaid claims (Not covered by insurance) 11. Accounts payable 12.«Accrued expenses 13. Other liabilities (Specify) Unclaimed Benefits.. 14. Reserve for future benefits 15. Total Liabilities and Reserves 51,437.54 17,998.75 2,226.61 70,242.43 5,466.80 363.69 22,865.92 20,748.01 —0— 2,362.00 43,862,939.19 55,134,562.05 $43,885,805.11 $55,157,672.06 * The assets listed In this statement must be valued _on the basis resularly used in valuim investments held in the fund and, reported to the U.S. Treasury Department, or ^ail be valued pi at their aggregrate cost or prwent value, whichever is lower, it such a statement is not so required to be filed with the U.S. Treasury Department. 269,647.79 417,383.61 93,654.34 SEAFARERS PENSION PLAN Attachment to the Superintendent of Insurance Year Ended November 30, 1970 Page 6—^Item 1% Other Admiaiatrative Expenses Stationery and printing Postage Telephone and telegraph Tabulating service Microfilming ; Equipment rental Employee benefits Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Trustees meetings expense Repairs and .maintenance Dues and subscriptions Outside office help OfiSce improvements 4,963,336.95 RECONCILEMENT OF FUND BALANCE 17. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits at Beginning of Year) 18. Total Additions During Year (Item 7) 19. Total Deductions During Year (Item 16) 20. Total Net Increase (Decrease) 21. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at end of Year (Item 14, Statement of Assets and Liabilities) 43,862,939.19 16,234,959.81 4,963,336.95 11,271,622.86 .'. i $ 8,731.51 1,101.98 644.58 188,723.78 378.26 2,204.67 62,238.10 4,138.75 57.32 367.22 88.88 151.37 821.37 $269,647.79 $55,134,562.05 Partly "N Employer trustee: Part IV data for trust or other separately mamlained fund are to be comj^ted for a plan involving a trust or other separately maintained fund. It also Is to be completed for a plan which: (1) Has incurred expenses other than: (a) Payments for unfunded benefits w (h) Insurance or annuity premiums mr subscription charges paid to an insur­ ance carrier or service or other organization; or (2) Has assets other than: (a) Insurance or annuity contracts or (b) Contributions in the process of payment or ccdlection. V Part IV—Sectimi A Employee trustee: Statement of Assets mid LiaMlities Seafarers Pension Plan Ffle No. WP-158707 As of November 30, 1970 V, ASSETS Item 1. C^ash • ............................................................a,,.,... 2. Receivables: a. Contributions: (See Item 18) (1) Employer (2) Other (Specify) Due from other Funds b. Dividends or experience rating refunds c. Other (Specify) End of - End Prior Year Reporting Year $ 606,193.93 $ 683,036.46 Page 30 55,925.10 $ 2,202,426.94 —0— 1,946.67 ,. _ - mmm • • :, Others (Indicate titles): , • ' u-/ Ssafarers Log �<r '*vi{;.>n9^:sT •— tKTrr.- Comments on the SIU Scholarship Awards Program . . . -• . r-. y- E" •! •• ••• ii'' .••^- ,.....Ku. ' ••'. ;N •.'• r-: S- ...by Past Recipients li-. Now in Hs 18fh year of existence the SIU Scholarship pro­ gram has helped countless Seafarer* and their dependents obtain higher education. The value of these scholarships can not be measured in monetary terms alone. Many past winners have expressed their deep appreciation for the opportunities afforded them by the program. Below are just a few random samplings of letters received from grateful winners. Sir, It is my pleasure to acknowledge the receipt of tlie last installment of my Seafarers Scholarship Award. Today I have successfully completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, cum laude, at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. I am sure I was able to pursue my studies (at the university of my choice and in the cur­ riculum of my choice) with much more confidence in the knowledge that I had financial security afforded through the award. Thanks once again. George Sidney Thurmer Oliver Springs, Tenn. Sir, I wish to express my gratitude for the scholarship you have awarded me. I shall try to the fullest extent of my innate ability to fulfill and justify the trust you have shown in me. Thank you very much. James Smith Metaire, La. Sir, I can't begin to express my joy when I received the letter telling me that I was one of the five recipients of the SIU Scholarship awards, nor can I find the words to express my thanks and appreciation of what your union (and Dad's) is doing for me. I realize it would have been a burden for Mom and Dad to finance four years plus of college for me, but now, thanks to the union, their load will be much lighter. I have tentatively made plans for enrolling at Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia, and plan to play the comet in the university band. My sincere thanks to all of the members of the SIU, Mr.^ Paul Hall, and all of the others who are responsible for helping my dream come trae. Angela Sue Nuckols Ansted, West Viiginia September 1971 ...by Members of the Selection Committee The SIU Scholarship Awards Committee is composed of leading educators from institu­ tions of higher learning across the country. It is their job to select the scholarship winners from among the many applicants each year. Some of their thoughts on the scholarship pro­ gram and the educational facilities of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point, where this year's committee meet­ ing was held, follow. Their comments were ad­ dressed to Price Spivey, Administrator, Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan. Mr. Spivey, The Piney Point trip (for the annual meet­ ing of the Seafarers Scholarship Awards Committee) was highly enjoyable and edu­ cational. Many thanks to you and your col­ leagues for making it possible. Bernard P. Ireland Director College Entrance Examination Board Mr. Spivey, I would like to thank you and the Sea­ farers International Union for scheduling our Scholarship Committee meeting at Piney Point. It was a most revealing and enjoyable experience which I am sure we will long remember. Elwood C. Kastner Dean of Registration New York University Mr. Spivey, Our meeting at Piney Point could not have been more pleasant or more stimulating. I am being very sincere when I say that we socalled "professional educators" have much to learn from your work at the Lundeberg School of Seamanship. I doubt if many of our institutions have enjoyed the measure of success with our students that we saw when your seven seamen (out of seven!) earned their high school equivalency certificates on the first try—and after 12 weeks of training. The Union has much to be proud of in the Limdeberg School and not only my thanks but my profound admiration go to "Bull" Shepard, Hazel Brown, and their faculty. Charles D. O'Conneil Dean of Students University of Chicago Mr. Spivey, We certainly had a wonderful time this year for our Scholarship Committee meeting. I was so impressed with the program in Piney Point. The people, the setting, and the facilities are superb. I know how very proud all of you are with the program, and you certainly should be. Thank you once again for your kindness and good care. It has been a distinct pleasure and experience through the years to be asso­ ciated with the Seafarers—mostly because of the fine people we meet! Edna Newhy Associate Dean of the College Rutgers University Mr. Spivey, As always the aimual meeting of the Scholarship Committee of the Seafarers' Union was most enjoyable and successful. Your office does a top flight job in preparing the materials for scholarship committee as­ signments elsewhere. Please pass on my thanks to those members of your staff who provide this orderly and efficient service. Thanks again for what is annually a pleasant experience. R. M. Keefe Dean of Admissions St. Louis University Page 31 �SEAFARERS^ei.OG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION » ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT * AFL-Clp In May, 1972, for the nineteenth straight . year, the SIU will award five more four-year college scholarships to Seafarers or the chil­ dren of Seafarers. Each of the scholarships will be worth $10,000. Of course, the monetary value of these SIU college scholarships is impressive, but what is even more important is the fact that five more highly qualified students will be securing higher education who otherwise might not have the means to do so, were it not for the assistance of the SIU. Early in its history, the SIU placed a high priority on the value of education. Since the SIU Scholarship Program began in 1953, a total of 93 students—26 Seafarers and 67 children of Seafarers—have had the doors of higher education opened up for them by the SIU. (Ed. Note: See related story on Page 31.) In order to qualify for these scholarship grants, a Seafarer must have at least three years seatime on SlU-contracted ships. Chil­ dren of Seafarers who meet the necessary seatime requirement are also entitled to apply. The five SIU scholarship winners are se­ lected each year on the basis of their high school records together with the scores they attain on the tests given throughout the country by the College Entrance Examina­ tion Board. The first important step towards winning one of the SIU scholarships is to arrange to take the CEEB tests as early as possible. This year, the first of these CEEB exami­ nations is scheduled for November 6. Later tests will be given on December 4, 1971, January 8, 1972, and March 4, 1972. The SIU Scholarship Program administra­ tors advise that it is always best to take the test as soon as possible. Arrangements for taking the CEEB test can be made by eligible Seafarers or thenchildren by writing to: College Entrance Examination Board, Box 592, Princeton, New Jersey, or at Box 1025, Berkeley, Califomia. In addition to arranging for the CEEB test, applicants are also requested to obtain the necessary SIU College Scholarship appli­ cation form as early as possible. These forms, which must be returned no later than April 1, 1972, are available at any SIU hall or may be obtained by writing directly to: SIU Scholarships, Administrator, 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11215. As in the past, each of the 1972 SIU scholarship winners may pursue any course of study at any accredited college or univer­ sity. Apply early. pp-r •ii . T- r" - I- )* i-j � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1971 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SUPERTANKER AT PINEY POINT MTD, SIU LASH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL CONTROL SCHEME CARGO--KEY TO SURVIVAL OF MERCHANT MARINE TIERNAN VOWS SUPPORT TO SAVE PHS HOSPITALS SUP'S WEISBERGER NAMED MEMBER OF CALIF. BOARD PARTICIPATION OF MEMBERSHIP KEYNOTE OF SEAFARERS EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE SIU SCHOLARSHIPS POST-FREEZE MENACE LABOR DEMANDS 'EQUAL SACRIFICE OF ALL' AS PRICE OF POST-FREEZE COOPERATION SEAFARERS PLAY 'SANTA' TO VIETNAMESE ORPHANS NIELSEN RETIRES FROM SEA AS THIRD ASSISTANT ENGINEER BUTLER RETIRES FROM SEA; STARTS NEW CAREER AT 79 SIU MEMBERS RETIRE TO LIFE ON THE BEACH SIU SHIPS' COMMITTEES BRIDGING THE COMMUNICATION GAP CITY OF ALMA IN FAR EAST UTU MEMBERS ELECT CHESSER AS PRESIDENT SOCIAL SECURITY PAYS WORKERS AT AGE 72 CONSUMERS ADVISED TO BE WARY OF PURCHASES DURING 'FREEZE' THE ELMER FURUSETH 'UNIONISM CONVERT' MILLER REMINISCES ON CAREER FAR EAST LEWIS RECEIVES AFL-CIO MURRAY-GREEN AWARD ANNUAL REPORT SIU SCHOLARSHIPS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1971 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXIII, No. 9 1971 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/7515a365cff6559928c49be390406648.PDF 235145fed74435c79745e21003f310e1 PDF Text Text Official organ of the SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Witers District-AFL-CIO SEAFARERS September 1972 ;-i - f^ ' , r ^ / i v--»- riS T T r . . CNO Zumwalt Stresses Civiltan Fleet Importance FL-CIO Executive Boardj ickles Nation s ProblemsS (See Page 3) fSee Page S). -^ I-/ 'S>i- •••"•,Sy-!335'^:is#js3K© l-v i '" I, |! -' ;V '' , >", f-'i-. '' k m.- ) *•." • • ' Su'ii:'St^'Sr6r6sv«£&'y' .f-i �SL-Vs Making News Pages Sea-Land Services new SL-7s and liquefied natural gas ships made head­ lines in newspapers across the nation this month. Here are excerpts of articles from various publications: Baltimore Sun, Sept. 17—Maritime Editor Richard Basoco wrote: To its critics and competitors, an SL-7 is either a floating white elephant that is simply too large and too costly to long remain a viable participant in American trade or a dangerous crea­ ture whose need to fill its huge cargo capacity will eventually destroy its American challengers. To its owner, Sea-Land Service, Inc., an SL-7 represents perhaps the best hope for "maintaining the Ameri­ can presence" on the commercial sealanes of the world because it will be competitive cost-wise. An SL-7 nears construction completion in shipyard. U.S. and Europe. They will operate on weekly schedules, hauling up to 1096 containers each voyage. [Paul F. Richardson, Sea-Land president] conceded that this is one of the most competitive service routes in the world, but he expects Sea-Land will perform well in the area, although it won't have a "lock on the market." He said that volume "is the name of the game" on the North Atlantic Route. Whatever else they turn out to be, the SL-7—the name given to a class of eight vessels being buUt for SeaLand in three European yards at a cost of some $400 million—is the biggest, fastest and most expensive containership ever built. Wall Street Journal, Sept. 13—In an article announcing the inauguration of Sea-Land's SL-7 service, the news­ paper said: New York Times, Sept. 18—In the "Port Notes" column written by Werner Bamberger, the newspaper said: Sea-Land Service's new high-speed The first two of these ocean vessels, capable of 33-knot speeds, would be engaged in the intensly competitive North Atlantic service between the North Atlantic containership service, scheduled to start at the end of the month, will be the first such operation to depend substantially on coastwise waterbome feeder service. The new weekly service from here to Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and Bremerhaven, West Germany, is sched­ uled to begin Sept. 30 with the new $50 million Galloway. [Richardson] explained that feeder services covering ports from Boston to the Gulf of Mexico were necessary if the line were to maintain its new high speed North Atlantic Services with two ships only. New York Times, Sept. 17—^Bam­ berger, in an article on the front-page of the Sunday financial section, called the transportation of gas "tricky, tech­ nical business." Here is a portion of the article: The demand for these liquid natural gas tankers, known as LNG ships, is now taking shape. The result could be a new tanker boom for world ship­ yards worth billions of dollars in new orders. Thanks to Federal subsidies that have been made available in the last two years, American shipbuilders [which have capacity to spare] are ex­ pected to participate fully in the new development. Thousands of jobs could result. li NMC Observes First Anniversary DP EO IMP The National Maritime Council will, this month, observe its first anniversary. It's been a promising year. no interruption of service while negotiations of new con­ tracts continued. And that's the way it was. First of all, in spite of the skeptics, our industry laid aside its traditional feuds and its petty fights and began to pull the same oar together. The council organized in four regions, and field ofiicers of labor, management and government got busy. We are working on ways to resolve ffie problems that could adversely affect our competitive position with the foreign flag operators. We've made substantial progress in the past year. We wiU continue. They were busy at the job of promoting cargo for the U.S.-fiag fleet and in creating awareness in the shipping community that use of the U.S.-flag fleet fulfilled many needs for the nation including important contributions to national security and defense; to the strong side of the balance of payments picture; to the national economy through the sedaries of those employed in the industry; and that U.S.-flag service cost no more for the shippers. It is now up to us in maritime labor, and in the rest of the industry, to make sure that the spirit shown in the Coimcil's first year continues strong. If we are to succee^i, and we must, we will need that .spirit and that unity in the months and years to come. The council's method is the best one—^face-to-face with the men responsible for consigning oceanbome cargo. It holds seminars across the land, coupled with dinners at which top industry spokesmen appeal to shippers to use the American merchant marine. The Council also sends smaller teams, representing the three branches of the organization to the headquarters of leading exporting companies to consult with top executives and traffic man­ agers. •I And maritime labor has done its part. Union men are part of every function of the council. And often shippers ask what proof they have of continued unity. And we can tell them proudly about the record of the year of the Coxmcil's existence. We can tell them about a promise all the AFL-CIO maritime unions made last February, that there would be - -- , •• , •, ' Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth ^enue,i!6rooklyn, New York 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Washington, D.C. Page 2 ' \ • SeatorsLog �Navy's CNO Seeks Viable Civilian Fleet Adm. Elmo R. Zumwalt, Jr., Chief of Naval Operations, has enlisted the aid of Secretary of Defense Melvin R. Laird in an effort to restore the U.S.flag merchant marine to its former I^sition as "a strong, viable" mari­ time power. In a memorandum addressed to Laird, Zumwalt expressed concern that the U.S.-flag fleet, in its present state, could not adequately serve the needs of the Department of Defense "in times of peace and war." He added that in light of the impending energy crisis facing this country and its in­ creasing dependence on foreign coun­ tries for oil supplies, the "potential for coercion is ominous" especially if America does not have sufficient mer-. chant ships to transport these re­ sources to her shores. Portions of Zumwalt's memoran­ dum to Laird appear below: "The U.S.-flag merchant marine continues to decline in total transport capability, in economic viability and its qualitative ability to serve the De­ partment of Defense in peace and war. The Secretary of the Navy and I have addressed our mutual concern for this important element of our maritime posture. "In March of this year our nation reached the apex in petroleum pro­ duction. Imported petroleum now will play an increasingly significant role in supplying the energy demands of our country. The vast majority of this im­ ported oil will be transported by sea over great distances in hundreds of tankers. The potential for coercion, with or without allies, inherent in this situation is ominous when we con­ sider the current growth of the Soviet Navy. Planning for the protection of tankers at sea in the event a threat develops would be greatly enhanced by having large number of ships under the U.S. flag in time of peace. The Navy has a greater requirement for merchant ships than is generally re­ cognized. For example, merchant ships are absolutely required to pro­ vide the bulk of the DOD sealift and to augment our amphibious forces. Also, in cooperation with the Mari­ time Administration, tests are being carried out to determine fleet support roles that can be assumed by com­ mercial merchant ships. One phase of this testing was recently completed and it proved the feasibility of using commercial tankers to consolidate Navy replenishment ships and provide limited replenishment of combatant ships. The knowledge that this capa­ bility is available can expand the em­ ployment options of our naval fleet. "I intend to express my belief in the need for a strong, viable U.S.flag merchant marine at every avail­ able opportunity. Where appropriate, I would be most appreciative if you would express similar sentiments." SECURITY IN UNITY September 1972 Members of the AFL-CIO Executive Council in session in Chicago. AFL-CIO Executive Council Tackles Variety of National Problems The AFL-CIO Executive Council at its midsummer meeting in Chicago took action on American problems ranging from the unfavorable world trade balance to television reruns. The council adopted resolutions on the economy and several other matters at its midsummer meeting in Chicago. The council singled out the worsen­ ing U.S. world trade situation as an example of the poor state of America's economy. It said the rising trade deficit which totaled $7.2 billion for the first half of 1972, makes mandatory the adop­ tion of the Burke-Hartke bill to curb the "flood of imports" and end the exportation of "American jobs and technology. The council also criticized a grow­ ing disparity between increases in workers' wages and corporate profits. The council said that non-supervisory wages—the pay of nearly 49 million workers—rose 4.5 percent in the past year, while profits were up 16 percent in the first half of 1972. InequitaUe System This, the council said, points up the inequity of the current economic system. The council reaffirmed its posi­ tion on economic controls, first taken in 1966, that workers "are prepared to sacrifice as much as anyone else for as long as anyone else, so long as there is equality of sacrifice. No such equality exists now." In other national affairs, the coun­ cil spoke out on exportation of U.S. jobs, federal standards for workmen's compensation and limitation of tele­ vision, reruns. On the problem of exportation of American jobs, the council was particularly critical of the use of Mex­ ico and Haiti by industrial firms. The council said American firms employ some 46,000 Mexicans at wages of between 20 and 58 cents an hour and some 15,000 Haitians are employed by American manufacturing concerns for similarly low wages. The council demanded an end to the practice of U.S. embassy officials "brokering cheap labor markets and poor working conditions in Mexico, Haiti and elsewhere at the expense of the American taxpayer, worker and consumer." It also declared that the "time has come for the U.S. government to end the disastrous conditions it is creating in the American economy through the award of tariff and tax privileges for runaway capital and technology." Urges Federal Laws In another statement, the council called on Congress to enact federal workmen's compensation standards, because "the states are unwilling or unable to modernize their workmen's compensation programs." The council joined with a national commission on workmen's compensa­ tion standards in recommending com­ plete coverage of all workers without exemption, complete coverage of all work related injuries and illnesses, full medical care without reference to dol­ lar amount of cost, and improved formulas for weekly benefits. It dis­ agreed with the commission's recom­ mendation that federal action be with­ held for three years, and urged passage as a high priority for 1973. In the matter of television reruns, the council urged limitation of prime time reruns both to increase original programming for the viewing public and to promote job opportunities for workers in the television industry. The council said the policy of re­ running old series has "escalated to epidemic proportions." It pointed out that besides "reducing job opportu­ nities catastrophically, this policy is (Continued on Page 5) Williams Heads Council SIU Vice President Lindsey J. Williams, right, accepts congratulations on his election as president of the Greater New Orleans AFL-CIO from outgoing president A. P. "Pat" Stoddard. Stoddard had been president of the New Orleans labor federation for 17 years and retired early this summer. Williams will preside over both the federation council in New Orleans and its Commit­ tee on Political Education. The Greater New Orleans federation represents 77,000 workers. Page 3 �Gas Group Favors LNG Legislation Company's 'Ship American' Policy Is Praised Harry Jorgensen, President, MFU, (second from left) paid a call recently on Zado of California offices to thank Zado President Evan Goldenberg (right) for his consistent "Ship American" policy. Captain C. 0. Otterberg, Market Devel­ opment Representative, Office of Market Development, Maritime Administration, (left) on his visit to extend MARAD's Ms. Liz McCormack came In to her clothes shop. Jorgensen and with her choices. accompanied Jorgensen thanks. During the call, look at merchandise for Otterberg seem to agree Executive Council Addresses Problems (Continued from Page 3) grossly unfair to the 63 million Ameri­ can families who rely on television as a major source of entertainment." Also on the national agenda, labor listed its 1973 legislative goals as the following: • Tax justice to restore equity to the income tax system, close loop­ holes and bar new attempts to shift the tax burden onto the shoulders of workers. • Increased public investment and manpower training programs and pub­ lic service jobs to meet critical na­ tional needs and to put unemployed workers back on the job. • Enactment of the national health security bill to provide quality medical care at a price Americans can afford. • Welfare reform keyed to a system of fairness for all those in need and including a system of day care centers. • Consumer protection against un­ safe products and deceptive practices and a renewed hght for a national nofault auto insurance system. • Protection of workers' pensions through a system of reinsurance. • Uniform workmen's compensa­ tion and unemployment compensation laws. • Increased funding and manpower for the job safety act and safety laws on the railroads. • Opposition to compulsory arbitra­ tion and attacks on the NLRB and federal labor standards laws. •. Full recognition of the rights of public employes by repealing the Hatch Act and establishing systems of true collective bargaining. Wage Insurance Benefits Await Listed Seafarers The SIU's unique Wage Insurance Benefit, ad­ ministered by the union's Welfare Plan, protects eligible Seafarers from the economic hardship created when a Seafarer's employer fails in his obligation to pay the Seafarer the compensation he has earned by reason of his employment. The Welfare Plan pays every covered Seafarer a benefit equal to 90% of the net compensation due him—not payed by his employer. Following is a list of Seafarers who are present­ ly due such benefits as a result of voyages made aboard vessels owned by employers who failed to meet their obligations to the Seafarers. These Seafarers should immediately contact SIU headquarters, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. (212) 499-6600 to claim their benefits. When making his claim, the Seafarer must substantiate it by supplying the original of his pay voucher for the period noted on the ship cited. Page 4 • Full funding of all federal pro­ grams in the fields of education, pov­ erty, environment, maritime. • Increased citizen participation through a national voter registration law, direct popular election of the president and home rule for the Dis­ trict of Columbia. In the realm of foreign affairs, the AFL-CIO voiced support of an amend­ ment to the strategic arms limitation agreement between the U.S. and Russia that would assure future equal­ ity of offensive weapons between the two nations. The council said the defensive weapons section of the treaty is based on U.S.-USSR equality but that the agreement on offensive weapons "de­ parts from this principle and could give the Soviet Union a continuing advantage." S.S. Richwood—Voyage 6/6-9/11/69 A. Trinka, SS# 064-38-1606 Stephen Lynch, SS# 427-98-5181 Joseph E. Trefry, SS# 536-54-6519 R. Stinson, SS# 009-34-4981 Harvey Worthington, SS# 465-68-5468 S.S. Richwood—Voyage 6/6-7/17/69 R. Dickerson, SS# 041-18-5361 Edward Adams, SS# 428-60-4659 Aubrey Haters, SS# 421-22-7159 Dyke Johnson, SS# 434-66-3607 George A. Jemigam, SS# 427-32-2074 S.S. Salisbury—Voyage 9/16/68-4/22/69 George Vickers, SS# 416-14-9987 Demasenes McDonel, SS# 422-48-9185 David Hamilton, SS# 587-30-1802 S.S. Raleigh-Voyage 2/16-2/25/72 Kostantinos Diakantonis, SS# 083-44-3723 Earl B. B. Smith, SS# 579-22-2508 Earthen Jackson, SS# 222-22-9773 David L. Hudgins, SS# 231-16-6286 Bobby L. Riddick, SS# 225-62-4322 William Harris, SS# 433-60-6929 Ausbun Johnson, SS# 424-30-1329 Brisco Maxwell, SS# 565-56-8492 Frederick Legg, SS# 232-72-3993 Billy Taylor, SS# 455-64-7780 Richard D. Reed, SS# 235-76-7501 Thomas Richardson, SS# 502-50-9569 Thomas Gowler, SS# 579-52-2633 American Gas Association Presi­ dent F. Donald Hart said the U.S. demand for liquefied (LNG) will re­ quire a fleet of "weU over 100" spe­ cially-designed tankers by 1990. Testifying before the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee in support of a bill introduced by Rep. William R. Anderson (D-Tenn.), Hart predicted "unless steps are taken im­ mediately to assure increased produc­ tion of our domestic potential as well as insure our ability to narrow the supply-demand gap through importa­ tion of foreign source natural gas" the nation will face "a critical natural gas shortage." He added that the legislation before the committee "would help assure the nation's energy consumers that a sig­ nificant portion of this transportation need would be met by 1980." The bill would authorize government construc­ tion of 40 LNG tankers. By reducing the temperature to minus 259 Fahrenheit, the natural gas is turned into a liquid state, explained Hart. Less space is thereby used in the transportation and storage of large quantities of the fuel. Gas in its liquid state occupies only 1/625 of its gase­ ous volume. ^ Projections from the Federal Power Commission for LNG imports show a growth from 300 billion cubic feet in 1975 to four trillion cubic feet by 1990. The latter figure is equal to nearly 20 percent of all gas consumed in the United States in 1971. SIU, Other Maritime Unions Picket Foreign Vessels in U.S. Ports The SIU joined with other mari­ time unions to prevent grain-loading operations of five foreign-flag ships in three American ports in September. The picketing of the five foreignflag ships was undertaken as part of a continuing effort to urge the Ameri­ can people to support use of U.S. flag ships. The joint union picket lines tied up ships in Baltimore, Chicago and Houston. The unions involved in addi­ tion to the SIU, were the National Maritime Union, American Radio As­ sociation, Radio Officers Union and the Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation. COPE Rate? Votes On Oil Imports Bill The A FL'CIO News in its reg­ ular listing of congressional votes pn important labof issues included the Seriate vote on a bill that would ijave required at least 50 percent of U.S. oil imports to be carried on U.S.-flag ships. The measure was defeated by a vote of 41-33. The AFL-CIO News said that the bill, bad it passed, would have created 150,000 mart-, time jobs and thus, a vote for the measure was "right*/ and against the bill "wrong," acOordirig to the Federation's Committee on Political Education (COPE), Seafarers Log . H i • if •j •f 5 1 i\ �Glass Bottle Blowers President Neglect of Maritime Affects All American Workers: Black Newton W. Black, president of the International Glass Bottle Blowers Assn., has declared that "too long the U.S. government has neglected the needs of the most vital segment of this country's commerce and defense—its merchant marine." As a result, all American workers have suffered, he said. "Many of us have more at stake in the ports, docks and shipyards of the nation than we ever realized," he added. "Our self-interest in these areas has come home to us hard in recent years and it has hit us where it hurts most—in the job place. Many a worker in inland America who prob­ ably has never seen water any deeper than his favorite fishing hole is jobless today because of what is happening on our oceans." Cheap Labor to Blame "He is jobless because of our trade policies," Black continued. "Cheap labor imports have put him on the un­ employment line. Not only cheap labor in production imports, but cheap labor on the foreign-flag ships which ferry the cheap labor products across the water." Black spoke to a gathering of labor, business and government officials at a luncheon in Washington sponsored by the eight-million-member AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department. According to Black, in the years between 1966 and 1971, over 900,000 American workers lost jobs be­ cause of what was going on across the oceans and on them. "The world's greatest merchant fleet, without which World War II for us would have ended in humiliating defeat at least two years before it was finally won, was permitted to dwindle pathetically in Ae years since the war," he said. "West Germany and Japan over­ took leadership in shipbuilding, as the U.S. declined. Liberia and Panama became the leaders in merchant ship 'flags,' most of them flown over vessels operated by U.S. corporations in order to take advantage of cheap foreign labor and cheap safety standards." Much to Be Dmne Referring to the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, Black said he "was en­ couraged that some progress has been made to restore to the merchant marine a semblance of its one-time leadership and greatness." But, he added that there is much more to be done before the U.S. can once again be "the world's greatest seapower." He concluded that progress must be made in these areas because "the debt this nation owes its merchant fleet is no less than the debt we owe our nation's future through insuring its defense with a strong fleet, subject to U.S. regulation and the immediate needs of the country." Union Official Urges Support Of Lettuce. Farah Boycotfs A leading activist in the area of consumer services, speaking at a luncheon in Washington, D.C. during Union Label Week, urged all Ameri­ cans to support the labor movement's boycotts of Iceberg lettuce and Farah slacks "because it is a challenge to all who want economic justice for all American working men and women." Edward P. Murphy, secretarytreasurer of the AFL-CIO Union Label and Service Trades Dept., said the lettuce boycott, sponsored by Cesar Chavez' United Farm Workers, is "a challenge to those of us who feel that I.he farm workers, for far too long, have been denied the collective bar­ gaining rights that trade and industrial workers have enjoyed." He said the Farm Workers are asking the American public to forego Iceberg lettuce "only so that their members can climb yet another rung on the ladder of economic justice." But, Murphy warned that the struggle poses complex problems for the Farm Workers. Sweetheart Contracts "Some of the growers have signed sweetheart contracts with other unions that permit them to say their fields are organized, while these contracts keep the workers enslaved and with­ out real bargaining power," he said. "This"is a challenge we must meet in the name of humanitarianism." Murphy said the Farah slacks boy­ cott, sponsored by the Amalgamated Clothing Workers, was prompted by management's exploitation of its em­ ployees down through the years. "Here," he said, "we have 3,000 workers, who have sought year after year to have union representation, pushed into the street by an unyield­ ing management. And that despite election after election in which the workers chose the union over the sometimes violent objection of man­ agement." According to Murphy, Farah has employed some of the oldest and most discredited of anti-union tactics— those of firing the leaders of the union movement and those of hiring armed guards and guard dogs. He said "we must, and we will con­ tinue the boycott against Farah slacks until that company realizes that work­ ers are human beings entitled to dig­ nity, security and reasonable working standards." Issue is Pe<^e The products being boycotted, he said, "represent people out of jobs, people denied their bargaining power, people suffering economic ills because of the injustice of their employers. And the quickest way to make the employers feel the penalty of that in­ justice is to stay away from their products." Alluding to the successful nation­ wide boycott of table grapes a few years ago, he said "we know that it (boycott) works." "If lettuce browns on the ground, if Farah can sell no more pants, then the workers will win. And the push that can take them across the goal line must come from all Americans," he concluded. Murphy spoke at a luncheon spon­ sored by the eight-million-member AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Dept. and attended by representatives of labor, business and government. By B. Rocker Congress has returned from a two-week recess which permitted Repub­ lican members to attend the convention in Miami. Although there is no floor action in the House or Senate during a recess, the work of staff personnel and committees goes on. Thus the work of SIU representatives concerned with legislation continues throughout the recess. There were a number of bills of interest to Seafarers on which action was taken before the recess. S. 3858, a bill to amend the Public Health Service Act, passed the Senate and was introduced in the House. It was referred to the House Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee. As Seafarers know, the SIU has been in the forefront of the continuing battle to maintain PHS hospitals so that seamen can receive the best possible medical care. While we generally support the intent of the bill introduced by Sen. Edward Kennedy, the SIU has suggested several changes which we feel are essential for the future of the PHS hospitals and of the Seafarers medical care: • It must be clear that PHS should be maintained as an integral part of a wide range of new health programs, including the Health Man­ power Act. • It is imperative that PHS employees and beneficiaries—including Sea­ farers—be consulted before any decision is made to close or transfer PHS facilities. It is for this reason that we recommend the formation of PHS Advisory Councils, composed of beneficiary and employee representatives. • We recommend that the bill include a $150 million authorization to be made for a period of five years, with provisions for modernizing and improving hospital facilities. Authorization The merchant marine authorization bill passed both houses and was signed by the President. Rep. Edward Garmatz (D-Md.) introduced the authorization, which in­ cludes construction differential subsidies, operating differential subsidies, research and development funds, and funds for the operation of the fed­ eral and state-owned maritime schools. An amendment to the bill permits subsidized U.S.-flag ships to operate foreign-to-foreign, which gives the owner a broader market to serve and will provide more jobs for Seafarers. Chairman Garmatz, incidentally, is retiring this year after 25 years in Congress. Documentation H.R. 759, a bill to revise and improve laws relating to documentation of seamen, is now in the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. While the SIU favors modernization of the documentation laws, we in­ sist that the traditional protections of seamen's rights must be preserved in any new law. Vote Record In a recent issue of AFL-CIO News, the voting record of Senators and Congressmen was tabulated on bills which are most important to the labor movement. A major issue for Seafarers this year, shown in the tabulation, was the 50-50 oil import bill, to require that 50 percent of imported oil be carried on U.S.-flag ships. Attached as an amendment to the maritime authorization, it was support­ ed not only by the SIU, but by the entire AFL-CIO. With this joint effort, we were able to win the backing of 33 Senators— only 8 votes short of a victory. As has previously been announced the SIU is preparing for the second round of this important battle. The union will seek introduction of their bill in the next Congress. Seafarers are urged to contribute to SFAD. It is the way to have your voice heard and to keep your union effective in the fight for legislation to protect tile security of every Seafarer and his family. �<•3 LNG Era Coming J FPC rehears a case ... The Federal Power Coimnission, which last month approved the importation of liquid natural gas from Algeria, has agreed to re-examine its decision in the light of economic objections raised by the El Paso Natural Gas Co. In the original decision, which followed a year of study by the FPC, El Paso was granted permission to import one billion cubic feet of Algerian gas per day over a 25-year period. El Paso has said it will invest $742 million in build­ ing the tankers needed to carry gas at the anticipated import levels. But in its decision the FPC set up a complex of rules for the sale of imported gas that the El Paso company said would hamper their operation so severely that LNG importation would be too improfitable. Chiefly at issue is the FPC's stipulation that El Paso Algeria, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American company, place itself under jurisdiction of the commis­ sion as an importer. That would mean El Paso Algeria would have to apply separately for a license to sell the imported gas in America. The FPC would then be able to regulate the price of the imported gas, instead of permitting the El Paso to establish the price. The announcement of the rehearing came as the AFL-CIO filed a "friend of the court" brief asking that the original decision be modified. •i The labor federation said that if the El Paso project is carried through more than a billion dollars in "plant facilities, ships and other goods and services would re­ sult, and a very large part of those expenditures would represent jobs which would be available to thousands of workers represented by unions affiliated with the AFL-CIO." The brief called for the modification of the original order, "so that these expenditures will actually be made and the project will not be eliminated by conditions that makes this project uneconomical and other future projects unlikely." ... approves a terminal. . A proposed $93 million terminal for LNG imports at Cove Point on the Chesapeake Bay has been approved by the Federal Power Commission. The plan for the terminal includes a mile long pier to be built to handle giant LNG tankers as they arrive from Algeria. The long-awaited decision on the Cove Point terminal completes government action on the status of LNG imports. Yet to come are court challenges to the terminal which are threatened by conservation groups. John N. Nassikas, chairman of the fourmember commission, said in his decision: The pipelines would run from Cove Point to Loudon, Va. and Leidy, Pa. From there the Columbia Gas Co. and the Consolidated Gas Co. of Pennsylvania would use it to supply the energy needs of seven states and the District of Columbia. The commission said it investigated several alternative sights for the terminal and was satisfied that any adverse environmental effects are more than offset by the need of people in the East to have LNG supplies available. Spokesmen for the importing companies say that the plant can be in operation sometime in 1975. "The gas from this project is needed on the Eastern Seaboard to meet consumer demands and to assist in meeting reasonable ambient air quality standards. An electric company official said that the FPC decision means that his firm will be able to keep electrical supplies at present levels for more years than if it had to rely on domestic sources for liquefied natural gas. "Thus, the environmental consequences of not admitting these shipments, or delaying matters so that the liquefied natural gas is sold elsewhere is far worse than any detriment to a circumscribed area on Chesapeake Bay or the proposed pipelines." The FPC ruling came a week after the U.S. Interior Department dropped its opposition to the Cove Point Terminal which adjoins Calvert Cliffs State Park. The Interior Department will purchase land north of the park to give bathers access to a beach near the terminal. •] and the companies prepare In the weeks following the Federal Power Commission decision to rehear the case of the El Paso Natural Gas Co., a number of other firms an­ nounced their intention to construct LNG ships. The ships, 125,000 cubic meters in size—which is roughly the equivalent of a 150,000 ton conventional tanker —are expected to begin sailing the world's sealanes in 1975. The LNG ship is a truly unique ves­ sel. Plans for these ships under the U.S. flag utilize two methods of con­ struction. The first, depicted on this page, con­ sists of a number of spherical "thermos bottles' 'welded to the deck of the Page 6 ship. In the bottles, supercooled lique­ fied natural gas can be transported in any latitude, in any weather without additional refrigeration equipment. The second design type uses a hold built with a special "waffle membrane" to contain the liquefied cargo. Re­ frigeration units maintain the LNG at the required temperature of —259 de­ grees Fahrenheit. Both designs give maximum protec­ tion against leakage. In the thermos bottle type of construction some of the escaping LNG vapors can be used to power the ship. The Maritime Administration esti­ mates that construction of the first American-flag natural gas carriers will begin early in 1973. Seafarers Log I �-•"' • ••-_•'?..• ; ' •^•' "J-?-,'.-, '•;• • • .: At MTD Meetings; Congressmen Urge Legislation to Curb Crisis Anderson Charges US. Oil Firms Subverting Law Giaimo Supports U.S. Fleet Role In Oil Carriage "... Rep. Glenn M. Anderson (D-Calif.) has called on Congress to close existing loopholes in the Jones Act—a maritime law restricting domestic sea trade to ships of the U.S. flag—to prevent an undermining of the American merchant marine and to prohibit the exportation of needed oil re­ sources in light of the impending energy crisis fac­ ing the nation. He specifically charged Amerada Hess Oil Co. with "attempting to subvert the Jones Act in order to gain a competitive edge in marketing the oil resources from Alaska's North Slope." Anderson pointed out that when the Jones Act was enacted in 1920 all U.S. states and territories came under its provisions except for the Virgin Islands, because at that time the Islands had virtu­ ally no commerce. He said that the Hess Co. is now trying to use this loophole to its own ad­ vantage. The California Democrat explained that Hess has the exclusive right to build and operate oil re­ fineries in the Virgin Islands and "intends, through these refineries, to circumvent the Jones Act." In order to take advantage of the Act's loop­ hole, Hess has asked the government of Costa Rica for permission to construct a pipeline from the Pacific to the Atlantic across that Central Ameri­ can nation, according to Anderson. Circumventing the Law "Obviously then, they will be able to send their foreign-flag fleet of tanlcer ships to Alaska to tap the North Slope resources not as domestic trade, although they are an American firm, but as importexport trade," he said. "After the oil is pushed through the pipeline, the Hess fleet can stand by at its eastern end to ship the oil to the Virgin Islands for refining. And then use the Virgin Islands exemption to ship it to the contiguous U.S., again in foreign vessels." "That is pretty shoddy business and it certainly violates the spirit of the Jones Act, if not the letter of the law." For these reasons, Anderson said "it is clear that we must close the Virgin Islands exemption in the Jones Act." He added that in view of the "grave energy crisis we know looms over us, we must prevent the ex­ portation of that oil, and indeed exportation of all our domestic oil and gas supplies, for as long a period as we are forced to import so much from so many nations around the world." He concluded that not to close the loopholes in the Jones Act "is to invite chaos in our waterborne transportation. We will be faced with a chaotic situation in our waterbome traffic, traflBc that moves thousands of tons of goods each year, and provides a meaningful and necessary com­ munications link betwen our nation's seaports." Rep. Robert N. Giaimo (D-Conn.) has said that unless Congress enacts a law requiring at least 50 percent of future American petroleum imports be carried on U.S.-flag ships, this country "will be in double jeopardy—confronted with an energy crisis as well as the possibility of a nationd security emergency." Conceding that the U.S. would have to import the needed energy supplies, he said that there was no reason why it should also be dependent upon foreign-flag ships for its transporttaion. Other industrial nations of the world "have been preparing tanker fleets capable of meeting their transportation requirements, but the U.S. con­ tinues to flounder in the face of a rapidly-closing danger. This is a hazardous position. The po­ tential for coercion of the U.S. is ominous. The national security implications of being dependent on foreign-flag ships to deliver our petroleum is obvious," Giaimo said. Alternative Listed To counter these threats, he said Congress will again consider in its next session a measure that would require at least 50 percent of certain petroleum imports be carried by American-flag tankers. (The measure was defeated by the Senate earlier in this current session.) "The intent of this legislation," he said, "is two­ fold: "First, we want to guarantee that the U.S. will have the ships required to transport sufficient petroleum to meet the coming energy crisis. We want to assure that the U.S. will have the capacity to protect itself, both economically and militarily, in the years ahead. "Second, we want to break our nation's total dependency on foreign-flag ships to deliver the fuels we must have if we are to remain a modem, mobile society." The Connecticut Democrat said the heaviest op­ position to the bill has come from the American oil companies "who reap huge profits from our dependence upon foreign oil." It is these multinational corporations that "buy the oil, transport it on ships registered under foreign flags, and refine and sell the oil and its by­ products at American prices," he charged. "These are the companies," he said, "many of which have stripped industry from America and placed it in low-wage nations, while at the same time retaining their U.S. marketing apparatus." "This," he concluded, "is why many of us in the Congress are determined to take it upon our­ selves to protect the future of our U.S. We can still see danger beyond profits. We can still see the hazards of being doubly dependent upon foreign powers for the supply and transportation of our energy fuels." Rep. Glenn Anderson Rep. Robert Giaimo �(Source: Maritime Administration. As of 1970 latest available figures.) Percent of U.S. Oceanborne Foreign Trade Carried by Nationai Fiag Ships Liberia 26.89 Norway 12.63 United Kingdom 7.77 Japan 5.66 United States 5.60 Greece 5.25 Panama 4.63 Germany 3.80 itaiy 3.44 Other 24.43 Chart shows the percentage of U.S. foreign trade carried by vessels of other nations. Prominent In the carriage of U.S. trade are the ships of the LIberlan fleet, the largest "flag of convenience fleet In the world. Also the chart reflects the high percentage carried by Panamanian ships, a growing third flag fleet nation. The other nations represented on the chart have na­ tional fleets, but their percentage of carriage of U.S. trade Is significantly higher than the level of U.S. trade with their nation. The U.S.-flag fleet carries only about 5 percent of the nation's trade. One of the grave problems threat­ ening the international maritime com­ munity, including the U.S.-flag fleet, is the growth of so called "third-flag" and "flag of convenience" fleets. The ships, whether registered in Liberia or in tiny Somalia, saiL, the world's sealanes carrying cargoes from nation to nation, and seldom, if ever, touching the shores of the nation of their registry. These fleets in 1960 combined to ^ place fourth in size in the world. An^' by the 1970s they constituted the larg­ est fleet, more than 30 percent bigger than the nearest nation^ fleet. The problem these ships present to the true maritime nations of the world are, first, a problem of unfair economic competition and, second, a problem of safety. The problem of economic advantage and, thus, the power to undercut prices of national fleets arises partly from the registration policies of nations which sponsor third-flag fleets 2,011 Liberian Ships For example, Liberia, whose regis­ tered fleet has 2,011 ships with a deadweight tonnage of more than 70 million, charges an initial fee of $1.20 per net registered ton, and an annual 10 cents per ton after that. Registration fees are similar in Panama, another rapidly growing third-flag fleet nation. However, the annual fee can be less expensive with ships of 5,000 tons and larger assessed a maximum of $1,800 per year. These fees, meager in comparison with the taxes on ships of national fleets throughout the free world, allow shipowners in the third-flag fleets to offer rock-bbttom prices for the trans­ portation of cargo, since their over­ head charges are far less. However, the greatest economic ad­ vantage for third-flag ships lies in the field of crew costs. American-owned ships, operating under flags of convience enjoy an enormous advantage over U.S.-flag ships which pay salaries two-and-a-half to seven times those of many fleets of the world. Little Regulation, Little Safety Furthermore, third-flag ships are allowed to operate with little or no regulation on crew size and crew quali­ fications. But along with that goes a threat to the safety of the ship, according to a report published by the Organiza­ tion for Economic Cooperation and Development. The OECD report states: "The manning practices of fiag of convenience operators have led in sev­ eral instances during the last few years to circumstances which threatened the safety of the personnel on board and even of the ship herself." And a final economic advantage for the operation of ships under flags of convenience is that lending institutions are often more willing to loan money for construction to third-flag operators because they can retain a higher per­ centage of profit because they pay few. J �Threatening America's Maritime Future if any, taxes and need not return profits for investment in the nation of registry. Cargo Leverage The combination of those advan­ tages gives the third-flag fleets lever­ age in the cargo market. In the United States maritime trade, vessels of na­ tions with which American companies have little or no actual trade, such as Liberia, Honduras and Pakistan, carry astonishing amounts of U.S. imports and exports. The giant Liberian fleet alone car­ ries on more than a quarter of the multi-billion dollar U.S. foreign trade, and carries almost half of all U.S. oil imports. The U.S.-flag fleet on the other hand carries only approximately five percent of its nation's foreign trade and only about three percent of its oil imports. In the oil trade, fleets of five na­ tions carry more American imports than the U.S. flag fleet and, interest­ ingly, none of them produce the oil which the U.S. imports. Price Cutting Felt All of the world's national fleets are feeling the impact of the pricecutting policies of the third-flag ships. At a recent co»iference of the United Nations Trade and Development Com­ mission (UNCTAD), a draft policy was approved that says that national fleets have the right to carry at least 40 percent of their nation's foreign trade. The UNCTAD resolution also says that if third-flag carriers are in­ volved in trade on a specific trade route, they should have access to 20 percent of the cargo pool, while fleets of the two nations directly involved have access to 80 percent of the pool. (See editorial Page 10.) As reported in the Seafarers Log in August, the SlU of Canada has begim a fight against convenience flag ships, which they say rob Canadian seamen of employment opportunities. A similar action has recently been started by maritime unions in Australia, which have forced many third-flag ships to take on Australian crews in Australian territorial waters. Phenomenal Growfli Developments like that, along with the stren^hening of cargo preference laws in many nations of ^e world, may in the future serve as a buffer against the continued widespread growth of the third-flag fleets. For example, the Liberian fleet grew by 243 percent in the years between 1963 and 1971 compared to a growth of 45 percent for European national fleets. The growth of the Liberian fleet, experts believe, also outstrips the phenomenal growth rate of the fleet of the USSR. And another aspect of third-flag fleets—their high loss and break-up rate—may also work against them as time goes on. With little or no government regu­ lation of safety requirements aboard ship, third-flag fleets suffer more loss or break-up. The flag of convenience fleets lost ships at yearly rates that ranged from a low of .3 percent of the total fleet in 1957 to a high of 1.3 percent of the total fleet recorded in 1967. The world average was under .3 percent. The difference is even more pro.nounced in break-up figures. The September 1972 break-up rate for the flags of conveni­ ence fleet reached 4 percent in 1969 while the world average remained un­ der 2 percent. The OECD report for flags of con­ venience fleets cites, along with in­ sufficient manning scales, a lack of adherence by third-flag fleets to officer standards and the failure of third-flag shipping companies to check thorough1J^ the qualifications of their crew members. "It remains true in every case," OECD said, "that compliance with the safety conventions is far better as­ sured under the control and responsi­ bility of governmental administration, than left to the conscience and selfinterest of owners." Individual RetaliatifHi The nations of the world have seemingly come to the realization that their merchant fleets are seriously threatened by third-flag shipping practices and are beginning to take individual action to gain some kind of control over them. The United States, with its oflScial "free trade" policy, has not yet taken action against third-flag ships, al­ though recently a bill that would have required at least 50 percent of U.S. petroleum imports to be carried in U.S. ships was nearly adopted by the U.S. senate. The awareness of the problems pre­ sented to the traditional maritime na­ tions of the world by flags of con­ venience fleets, thus, has grown in recent years. However the problem is solved, that awareness will probably be the first step in a long process of change in the world's maritime picture. OIL IMPORTS INTO U.S. AND PUERTO RICO BY FLAG % OF TOTAL (Source: American Petroleum 4 th Qtr. 1970 Institute. Figures during peak periods.) 1st half 1971 Liberian 45 44 Panamanian 11 11 Norwegian 8 11 a British Greek a a American 5 3 Dutch 4 3 Italian 3 3 German 2 3 Danish 1 2 Unallocated 5 4 100 100 TOTAL The chart shows the percentage of U.S. oil imports car­ the Panamanian fleet. Significantly, none of the nations ried by ships of various nations. In first place is the huge listed produces the oil which the U.S. imports. Aiso of Liberian tanker fleet, many vessels of which are American- -significance is the declining participation of the U.S. owned "runaways" from the U.S.-flag fleet, and U.S. ship­ tanker fleet in its own nation's importing of oil. yards. The same holds true for the second largest carrier. Page 9 �After reading the August issue of the Log I felt buoyed;; the results of the Senate vote on the bill requiring at ff^ast SO percent of future U.S. oil imports be carried o% ' American-flag ships. Naturally, l^ing the vote was not {Ratifying, but its very ^ Jclo^ness was. I think that this lusult indictrtw^^ Ipof our leg^atoTs are beginning to bectme awarii ^ icreasing problems fadng this ooimtr^ merchant nia^ I dare say, ffie Siy had a big faimd in making aware. And I'm sure we had plenty of h^ in our Iflndeavor, which all Seafarer appreciate. Sa^Afeni AOS Knowing the Opposition It has been apparent to the entire mari­ time industry that one of the most difficult roadblocks to recovery for the U.S. Mer­ chant Marine is the indifference and, at times, active opposition of some agencies of the U.S. government. In the past, we've pointed out that: • The U.S. Department of Agriculture does not, and seemingly will not, comply with the Cargo Preference Laws concerning government-generated cargo. • The Agency for International Develop­ ment ignores Cargo Preference Laws in finding ships fm: their mercy cargoes. And add to this list—the U.S. Depart­ ment of State. At a recent conference of the United Na­ tions Committee on Trade and Develop­ ment (UNCTD) the State Department op­ posed a resolution entitled "Draft Code of Conduct for Liner Conferences." The meat of the resolution, which our representatives said violated principles of "free trade," consists in two clauses: "Where no third flag carrier participates in a trade, the share in the pool of the shipping lines of the two countries whose trade is served by the Conference shall be equal. "When one or more carriers of a third flag participates in a trade, their aggregate share shall be no more than 20 percent of the total pool, the balance being divided among flags of the lines of the countries whose trade is serviced by the Conference." What that boils down to is a statement of the United Nations that trading nations have the absoltue right to have 40 percent of their trade carried in ships of their own flag. . Compare that with the approximately five percent of U.S. trade carried by her own ships, and you can see the immense potential there for the U.S.-flag merchant marine. But our State Department opposed the resolution. This is a strong case in point. Whenever the opportunity arises for the State Depart­ ment to declare itself for or a^unst the American-flag merchant marine, it prefers to take a position against our own flag ships. By so doing, we feel that the State Depart­ ment also takes a position against the best interests of our nation. It is almost mandatory that our govern­ ment agencies—particularly otir State De­ partment—^must support the intent and the program of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 if that legislation is to succeed. It's unfortunate that we have to fight our own State Department to achieve what is in our own national interest. Now that the initial inroad has been made, ilvani sun^ i the union and its friends will continue to pii^^fbr eventual victory. And the doseness of the Sch^ vote^ should be just the encouragement m need to press the^ fight still further once the next sdssioh of Congre^ eet^U iiandftrway IgS'V....- Here^ hoping that come the pext session of the Congress this country's merchant marine-^-and the men ^ and wouen serving in h^nalfy some fru^i^ jhrun their striij^^ vote on the ofl inipOrt 4^1]^ makes this hope seam iuMCh closer to reailityv f ® Omgratulatib^bn a fine eff^ work. - -- • • /v.. up thdgoodi Jack Squire Upgradling Offers Chanc Tl^ expansioit of the union's upgrading programs as told about in issue of the b news.. •• ^ 'vv.: T^ bpportdnities that the upgrading offer Seafarera caruiotbe uiideristated. As long as a man sees IIL trance to better himself he will continue to be cohkaSntioi^; in his job. It is oifly when a man thinks be has gone as fUr ^ as possible in an organization or occupaUon that he bebj^es bored and dis<»ntented. expansion Of the upgrading training really jpv^ all iU members something to shopt for. .1; SlU Scholarship Program Applications for SIU scholarships, valued at $10,000 for use at any accredited college in any course of study, are currently being accepted from ( •igible members of the un­ ion and their dependents. V. Now in its 20th year the SIU Scholarship program has helped close to 100 deserving Seafarers and their dependents better them­ selves through higher education. The Scholarship Program is but one facet of the total education program offered by the SIU. The union has long adhered to the principle that education is for the total man and that'a deserving individual should not Page 10 be deprived of this opportunity because of circumstances beyond his control. The SIU believes that as a man learns, he grows bigger and better. There is never an end to the learning process. There is al­ ways room for improvement. With this in mind the SIU continues to explore the paths of education for the mem­ bers and their families. And the Scholarship Program is one of those paths. It offers a chance and its offers a future. For complete details on the SIU Scholar­ ship Program see the related story on Page 32. Seafarers Log �NLRB Files Complaint Against Farah Clothes The National Labor Relations Board has handed down a complaint charging the Farah Manufacturing Co. with unfair labor practices, including unlawful firings and intimidation of peaceful strikers. One of the major points in the complaint issued by the board is that the Jarvis Securitly Co., a private guard service employed by Farah, "threatened and intimidated, by the use. of guard dogs, striking employees who were then engaged in peaceful picketing at the plant." The NLRB complaint, based on charges by the Clothing Workers, which represents the 3,000 strikers, also accuses Farah of discharging em­ ployes known to be union supporters and refusing to rehire them to their former or equivalent jobs. A hearing on the charges has been set for Oct. 2 in El Paso, Tex. In a catalogue of unfair labor prac­ tices, the NLRB complaint lists charges that Farah: • "Maintained a close watch over and surveillance of the working time activities" of various groups of work­ ers employed in different plants and departments "for the purpose of in­ timidating these employes." • "Curtailed all talking among em­ ployes during working time." • "Warned employes that those who became active for the union could expect harsh 'treatment' from the company." • "Transfrered from its Gateway plant to the Gateway machine shop employes who were known to be sym­ pathetic for, or prominently identified with, the union for the purpose of isolating them from contact with other employes." • "On the public streets of down­ town El Paso, recorded the names of employes engaging in an organiza­ tional demonstration." • "Advised employes that things would go better for them at work if they removed union organizing badges and ceased their organizing activities." • "Caused a company guard to take pictures of employes who were then engaged in conversation outside the plant during non-work time." • "Advised employes that things would go bad for them because they had union authorization cards in the plant and were soliciting for the union on non-work time." • "Questioned employes regard­ ing their union sympathies and sup­ port." • "Took still camera and motion picture camera photographs of strik­ ing employes." • "Assigned less agreeable and more arduous work tasks" to certain employes who were known to be union adherents. Inch, Meter? Quart, Liter? Time to Learn Difference? The Senate has passed and sent to the House a bill that would convert the U.S. system of measurement to metrics while gradually phasing out the existing use of inches, quarts and pounds. The legislation, adopted overwhelm­ ingly, provides for the changeover to meters, liters and grams during the 10-year span—"at the end of which the nation would be predominantly, al­ though not exclusively, metric." Under the terms of the bill, a na- Business Profits Reach Aii-Time High in Quarter The Commerce Department has released figures showing corporate after-tax profits surged to $2.9 billion during the April-June period, an alltime high. The second quarter figures bring the seasonally-adjusted annual profit rate to $52.4 billion. The pace in the second quarter was 14.4 percent above ten-year-ago levels when after-profit tax profits were run­ ning at ^ annual rate of $45.8 bil­ lion. The Commerce Dept. noted that the record figures for the April-June quarter would have been even higher if tropical storm Agnes had not taken a $450 million toll in damages to plants, equipment and inventories in the eastren U.S. The increase—even though it re­ flected losses due to the storm—also set a record of $93.1 billion in pre- . tax profits. September 1972 tional plan for the changeover would be developed by an 11-member Metric Conversion Board made up of repre­ sentatives of business, labor, educa­ tion, consumers, scientists and en­ gineers, plus one member each from the House and Senate. The board's prime function would be to formulate the national plan, which would include recommendations for legislation and proposed regula­ tions. Who Foots BUI? Absent from the legislation are pro­ visions for funds to cover the costs of metrification. Both organized labor and industry have expressed concern over the costs for the switchover, which has been estimated at about $11 bUlion. The economic impact on U.S. work­ ers will be especisdly severe if they must bear the brunt of the costs for the conversion. For many, tools would become obsolete and retraining and education would be necessary in many fields. In testimony earlier this year before the Senate Commerce Committee, the AFL-CIG said that further study "was needed to fully explore the economic impact of the conversion to metrics. The metric changeover legislation was thought to be dead for this session of Congress. But the Senate Com­ merce Committee resurrected the bill last week and the full Senate ^quickly approved it. Tlie Senate action caught the House by surprise. The House Science Com­ mittee has held no hearings on the legislation and there are currently no plans to air the measure when Con­ gress reconvenes after Labor Day. Unfair to Labor DO DOT BUVH BARBER EQUIPMENT— Wahl Qipper Corp., pro­ ducers of home barber sets. (Int'l. Assoc. of Machinists, and Aerospace Workers) CIGARETTES—R. J. Reyn­ olds Tobacco Co.—Camels, Winston, Salem, Tempo, Brandon, Doral, and Cava­ lier. (Tobacco Workers Un­ ion) CLOTHING—^Reidbord Bros., Co., Siegal (H. 1. S. brand) suits and sports jackets, Kaynee boyswear, Richman Brothers men's clothing, Sewell suits. Wing shirts, Met­ ro Pants Co., and Diplomat Pajamas by Fortex Mfg. Co.; Judy Bond Blouses (Amal­ gamated Clothing). (Inter­ national Ladies Garment Workers Union) CONTACT LENSES AND OPTICAL FRAME S—DalTex Optical Co. Dal-Tex owns a firm known as Terminal-Hudson. They op­ erate stores or dispense to consumers through Missouri State Optical Co.; Goldblatt Optical Services; King Op­ tical; Douglas Optical, and Mesa Optical; Lee Optical Co.; and Capitol Optical Co. COSMETICS—Shulton, Inc. (Old Spice, Nina Ricci, Desert Flower, Friendship Garden, Escapade, Vive le Bain, Man-Power, Burley, Com Silk and Jacqueline Cochran). (Glass Bottle Blowers Association) DINNERWARE—M e t a 1 o x Manufacturing Co. (Int'l. Brotherhood of Pottery and Allied Workers) FILTERS, HUMIDIFIERS— Research Products Corp. (Int'l. Assoc. of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) FURNITURE—^James Sterling Corp., White Furniture Co., Brown Furniture Co., (Unit­ ed Furniture Workers) LIQUORS—Stitzel-Weller Dis­ tilleries products—Old Fitz­ gerald, Cabin Still, Old Elk, W. L. WeUer. (Distillery Workers) MEAT PRODUCTS—Poultry Packers, Inc. (Blue Star label products). (Amalga­ mated Meat Cutters and Butcher Workmen) Holly Farms Poultry Indus­ tries, Inc.; Blue Star Label products (Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Butcher Workmen) PRINTING—^Kingsport Press "World Book," "Childcraft." (Printing Pressmen, T5fpographers. Bookbinders, Ma­ chinists, Stereotypers, and Electrotypers) NEWSPAPERS—Los Angeles Herald-Examiner. (10 unions involved covering 2,000 workers) Britannica Junior Encyclo­ pedia (Int'l. Allied Printing Trades Assn.) RANGES—Magic C h e f, Pan Pacific Division. (Stove, Fur­ nace and Allied Appliance Workers) SHOES—Genesco Shoe Mfg. Co—work shoes; Sentry, Cedar Chest and Statler; men's shoes; Jarman, John­ son & Murphy, Crestworth (Boot and Shoe Workers) SPECIAI^All West Virginia camping and vacation spots, (Laborers) TOYS—^Fisher-Price toys (Doll & Toy Workers Union) Glass Bottle Blowers, Of her Crafts Honored in Bicentennial Stamps ' The Glass Bottle Blowers believe that members of their craft from Poland, who landed at Jamestown in 1609, "staged what surely was the New World's first strike—in 1619." "They struck for the right to vote—and they won," an article in the August issue ot GBBA Horizons, the union's magazine, points out. The article traces glass blowers back to among the first settlers in the James­ town colony. They set up furnaces soon after the settlement was established at the mouth of the James River in what is now Virginia. Their main products were glass beads, popular barter for trade with the Indians. The union recalls the early history by way of pointing out that glass blowers are one of four crafts that are being commemorated in stamps dealing with the colonial era as part of a series being issued to mark the nation's forthcoming Bicentennial Year in 1976. Page 11 �S.S. Newark On Coast Run The ultra-modem containership Newark (Sea-Land) has been mak­ ing the coast-wise run. She recently pulled into Port Elizabeth, N.J. on a tum-around. During her brief stop­ over, a Log photographer got some shots of the SIU crewmembers serving aboard the Newark. SIU Representative Bill Hall brings Newark crewmembers up-to-date on union affairs and activities during a meeting in the ship's dining room. Lifeboat drills are a common occurrence aboard all SlU-manned ships, even when m port. Seafarers in the picture at left are readied to be lowered into the water during such a drill. Teamwork is the key element in such maneuvers as the lifeboat eases down to the water in photo at right. Page 12 Seafarers Log �Money Due SlU Members SlU Ships Committees The following Seafarers have checks due them for wages earned aboard the 55 Jian in 1964. Each of these Seafarers should immediately contact the offices of Berenholtz, Kaplan & Heyman at 1845 Maryland National Bank Bldg., 10 Light St., Baltimore, Md., in person, by mail or by calling 301—539-6967, in order to obtain the amount due them. Richard S. Asmont Carmelo Attard Henry J. Broaders Claude A. Brown Edmond L. Cain, Jr. Douglas A. Qark Elmer C. Danner George Dakis James M. Davis Rudolph G. Dean Juan M. DeVela George Fossett Eugene C. Hoffman Charles J. Hooper Joseph Horahan Marshall V. Howton Francis X. Keelan George Kontos Allan E. Lewis James Lewis Peter Losado Benedicto Luna Armando Lupari Hazel L. McQeary Edward McGowan Gerald R. McLean Terral McRaney Peter J. Mistretta Murphy, Theodore Joseph J. Naurocki David Nelson Reginald Newbury George Papamongolis Jeremiah E. Roberts Arthur Rudnicki Leonard Russi George Schmidt Ray F. Schrum James D. Smith Ray Smith Bella Szupp Ilus S. Veach, Jr. Joseph Wagner Robert F. Wurzler Ted Murphy STEEL MAKER (Isthmian)—In foreground topside aboard the Steel Maker at Brooklyn, New York dockside are, from left: W. Linker, engine delegate; D. Papageorge, educational director; J. Nolasco, deck delegate, and J. Gomez, ship's chairman. Pair in background consists of D. Keith (left), steward dele­ gate, and J. Rayes, secretary-reporter. The following Seafarers have checks due them for unclaimed wages earned aboard vessels operated by Texas City Refining, Inc. They should immediately contact L. W. Westfall, chief accountant, Texas City Refining, Inc., Marine Division, P.O. Box 1271, Texas City, Texas 77590. NAME William R. Corry Frederick Estes Lamar Gribbon Thomas Hopkins RATING AB OS Bosun Pumpman NUMBER 449-42-3299 464-80-0867 157-22-6074 576-16-6392 New Dues Payment Service Begun by SlU for Members In an effort to assist SIU members in budgeting payment of their initia­ tion fee and regular calendar quarter­ ly dues, the Seafarers International Union is now providing its members with the option of having these obliga­ tions automatically deducted from any vacation benefits due them. A new method of meeting these obligations is now available whereby Seafarers may voluntarily sign an authorization card which permits ap­ plication of vacation benefits toward partial or full payment of dues and initiation fees. Great Lakes Area For Seafarers in the Great Lakes area, both initiation fees and quarterly dues may be paid through this method of assigning earned vacation benefits. Seafarers in the deep-sea ports may only assign vacation benefits towards payment of initiation fees. The assignment cards, clearly spell­ ing out the method and provisions for assignment of vacation benefits for these purposes, are now available from all port agents upon request. Use of this new system can help a Seafarer protect both his good stand­ ing in the SIU and his other l^nefits by preventing him from falling in ar­ rears in payment of his quarterly dues. The Union's Constitution provides that a Seafarer can lose his shipping, voting and other rights when he is September 1972 more than two calendar quarters in arrears in dues payment. On January 1, 1970, the Union's membership, in accordance with pro­ visions of law and by secret ballot, increased the initiation fee for mem­ bership in the SIU to $500.00, pay­ able on the first day of each consecu­ tive calendar quarter, allowing for a grace period of thirty days. Union Provisions The SIU's collective bargaining agreements provide, where applicable, for a union shop. All new employees who are not members of the Union, are thus required, after logging thirty days of employment, to pay at least $125.00 towards their initiation fee and $43.00 quarterly dues for each quarter. Under these union shop provisions, failure to pay the amounts due on a quarterly basis can mean discharge from employment aboard ship and can deny the right to register for shipping through the Union's hiring halls. • New members, who join the union as replacements for those unlicensed seamep who retire or leave the union by attrition, often have limited finan­ cial resources and may have difficulty in meeting their union obligations. These Seafarers can now have the amounts they owe automatically with­ held on their behalf from their earned vacation pay by signing an assignment card. STEEL APPRENTICE (Isthmian)—Members of the ship's committee aboard the Steel Apprentice are, from left to right: F. Charneco, D. Rakestraw, R. Minix, G. Hoover, G. Beloy and P. Lopez. STEEL EXECUTIVE (Isthmian) — Gathered together in the crew's lounge aboard the Steel Executive are members of the ship's committee. Bottom, left to right, Calvin Sivek and John Klubr. Top, John Reed and Marcelo Eimar. Page 13 �The Noonday On a Mercy Mission Outbound from New Orleans on a mission of mercy, the freightship Noonday (Waterman) car­ ried more than a cargo of crates and bales recently —^she carried hope and life to countless refugees in the war-ravaged country of Bangladesh. When she dropped anchor in what was the IndiaPakistani war zone, she unloaded 3000 tons of re­ lief goods valued at $1,125,000. But when her voyage is expressed in human terms, what she really brought with her from the U.S. was enough food to save thousands from starv­ ing, and building materials to further protect them from death due to exposure to winter. Her cargo, collected by the Catholic Relief Serv­ ice, included such basic foodstuffs as com-soya mix, vegetable oil and wheat. In addition, tons of cor­ rugated iron was unloaded to construct shelters for the homeless in the Himalayan foothills. Even before last year's India-Pakistani War created 10 million refugees, the Noonday had al­ ready earned the title "mercy ship" for her many earlier voyages to India with relief aid. Archbishop Phillip M. Hannan, left, watches the Noonday take on cargo of relief aid for Bangladesh refugees at dockside in New Orleans. The Noonday brought tons of CARE packages for relief aid to strifetorn Bangladesh. USPHS Announces Signing of Contracts for hiealth Care The United States Public Health Service in New Orleans has announced that it has signed contracts with the following medical facilities to provide health care for Seafarers in their area. Disability pensioners in particular are advised that they may call upon these facilities for both regular and emergency medical care. Here is the list of facilities; Geffing Ready fo Sail ' •''' ''J ./'J f 1'? ' ' ' ''' Vaccinations are a necessary precaution for Seafarers sailing the world's oceans. AB R. J. Kelly, who sails aboard the Robert E. Lee, doesn't seem too thrilled by the entire procedure. Page 14 ALABAMA Mobile General Hospital 2451 Fillingim St. Mobile, Alabama 36611 Mobile Infirmary Post Office Box 4097 Mobile, Alabama 36604 FLORIDA Cape Canaveral Hospital P.O. Box 69 Cocoa Beach, Florida 39231 Halifax District Hospital P.O. Box 1990 (Qyde Morris Blvd.) Daytona Beach, Florida 32015 Broward General Hospital 1600 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316 Lee Memorial Hospital P.O. Box 2218 Fort Myers, Florida 33902 St. Luke's Hospital 1900 Boulevard Jacksonville, Florida De Poo Hospital 918 Southard Street Key West, Florida 33040 Monroe General Hospital P.O. Box 932 Key West, Florida 33040 Baptist Hospital 8900 N. Kendall Drive Miami, Florida Okaloosa County Hospital System Niceville, Florida 32578 Jackson Memorial Hospital 1700 N.W. 10th Avenue Miami, Florida 33136 Mercy Hospital 3663 South Miami Avenue Miami, Florida 33138 Municipal Hospital P.O. Drawer No. 9 Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 West Palm Beach Good Samaritan Hospital 1300 North Dixie West Palm Beach, Florida 33402 LOUISANA South Cameron Memorial Hospital Route 1, Box 277 Cameron, Louisiana 70631 MISSISSIPPI Singing River Hospital Pascagoula, Mississippi 39567 Vicksburg Hospital Inc. 1600 Monroe Street Vicksburg, Mississippi (Two contracts—one for General Med­ ical Surgical Hospital Care and one for Quarantinable Diseases) MISSOURI Lutheran Hospital of St. Louis 2639 Miami Street St. Louis, Missouri 63118 MEMPHIS (Processed by) Methodist Hospital 1265 Union Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38104 City of Memphis Hospital 860 Madison Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38103 Baptist Hospital 1899 Madison Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38103 Seafarers Log �A Look at Russia's Maritime Programs: One of America's leading maritime ex­ perts has declared that the Soviet Union, ' through a concentrated program of develop' ment and expansion, is now "able to snap , its fingers at all other world maritime na­ tions, except the U.S." Norman Palmar, U.S. editor of Jane's ' Fighting Ships—the "bible of the world's ' navies"—warned that Russia has already surpassed the U.S. in some maritime areas, especially its merchant marine and fishing fleets. He said the Soviet Union "has the momentum" to overtake this country as the world's leading sea power. Palmar said Russia's rise to a position as a world sea power did not come about by chance, but by "the successful application of integration of its four separate fleets— rmvy, merchant marine, research and in­ telligence, and fishing. "Today, the Russians are investing more resources in (naval) research and develop­ ment, and their efforts obviously have more momentum than similar Western activities. In this situation, the nation that is behind has the potential of surpassing the leaders with sufficient momentum to remain ahead until the followers can redirect their efforts," he said. "It can be argued that the Soviet navy today is a supernavy in every sense of the term: quantity, quality of forces and opera­ tion," he added. With respect to the Soviet merchant, fish­ ing and research fleets and its shipbuilding industry, "there can be no question of Soviet ascendancy and the^ concurrent de­ cline of the U.S. and other Western coun­ tries over the past decade," according to Polmar. He said that recent U.S. moves, such as the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, which calls for the construction of 300 new ships by 1980, is "laudable." But he added that these new ships "probably will only replace a large number of older ships, while the Soviet merchant fleet is adding about one million new deadweight tons per year." He said that the final factor elevating the Soviet Union as a leading sea power through integration concerns centralized direction and coordination of the four fleets. "This the U.S.S.R. has to a high degree beginning with naval officers who regularly serve with the non-naval fleets; merchant tankers employed as a matter of course to refuel warships; the Ministry of Shipbuild­ ing Production, which is responsible for building all Russian ships; the Ministry of Fishing Economy, which maintains a central information center with the location of all Soviet fishing flottilla and their catches," he declared. He said that the Soviet Union, by recog­ nizing the value of integration, now "has a fleet-in-being that can be employed di­ rectly in support of political and economic goals without having to fire a shot." And, the significance of these aspects of sea power in Soviet political-economic stra­ tegy is probably increasing because of the declining prestige of the U.S. among mari­ time nations, he said. But even in view of these advances,, Polmar concluded that "there is still time to observe, analyze and debate the true mean­ ing of Soviet sea power today, and to de­ cide what, if any, counteractions should be undertaken by the U.S. before Russia sur­ passes her as the world's leading maritime nation." Polmar made his remar ks to a gathering of labor, business and government officials at a luncheon in Washington, sponsored by the eight-million-member AFL-CIO Martitime Trades Department. Excerpts from his address appear on the following pages. Large, modern cargo ships such as the Russian Communist pose a real economic and political threat to the U.S. and especially to her merchant marine. September 1972 Page 15 �Achieving Economic and Political Goals P If we look at some of the ships the Soviets have been putting to sea dur­ ing the past few years, we see the probably most interesting one is their helicopter carrier. They built two of this type, the Mosfa ^nd the Lenin­ grad. Very unusual ships, up forward they are essentially missile cruisers, back aft they are helicopter carriers. The first time this type of ship ever put to sea was under the Soviet flag. It's since been copied by a couple of navies, and the U.S. Navy is going to get into this buisness with the socalled Sea Control Ship. Most signifi­ cant is that when this ship went to sea, not only was it a new design, but, for the first time, the missile systems— anti-aircraft and anti-submarine mis­ siles—went to sea on this ship. Brand new radar equipment and fire control equipment was on board. And for the first time on an ocean­ going ship of the Soviet Navy a large solar dome or acoustic listening device they could lower over the back of the ship into the water so that when the Soviet Admirals who were pushing for an aviation ship finally got the rubles after they pounded on the table for a couple of years, they didn't get whatever was available. They got a major design effort for what turned out to be one of the most advanced warships afloat today. Naval Warfare But if we are talking about navies, we are talking primarily about one ship killing another ship. This, their first missile cruiser, in the opinion of some analysts, revolutionized naval warfare because no longer was the air­ plane and the gun the major weapon of a ship but now the anti-ship missile, the missile designed to seek out • and kill another ship. These cruisers have anti-aircraft missiles for shooting down airplanes, anti-submarine weapons, but most significant, eight launchers for the Shadik anti-ship missile. That missile, if you can get an airplane or another ship halfway there to give it more guidance, can travel more than four hundred miles. Using only the launching ship's electronic equipment and the missile's own homing radar or heat seeker the range is about two hundred miles. As I say, beginning in 1962, they turned out four of this type cruiser then went to a totally new class of missile cruisers, the Cresta. In going to the Cresta, instead of one anti-air­ craft missile launcher they went up to two (they don't like our airplanes) at the cost of which they cut in half their Shadik, the long range missile launch­ er, from four front and back to two on each side, from a total of eight to a total of four. They also added a hangar so they could operate a heli­ copter at night and in rough weather to give them a better anti-submarine capability. Ships More Modam By the way, when anyone tells you the Russians are a bunch of dummies, look at the electronic equipment on their ships. It's there. It works. Some is better than ours; some is inferior, but in several areas they are ahead of us. Again, in several they are inferior, but they are turning this stuff out at an interesting rate of new develop­ ment compared to ours. Of course, the Soviets have a large number of all-gun (that is, no missile cruisers) and these are older ships built in the mid-50's, the Sverdlov class. These are still very useful for showing the flag, for Admirals to com­ mand task forces from, and to use the guns for fire support in amphibious operations. The U.S. has nine old cruisers built in World War II. The Soviet's dozen old cruisers, the Sverdlov class, were built in the 50's. At least 10 Russian fishing vessels can be seen in this photo taken only 60 miles off the coast of Nantucket Island, Mass. The well-coordinated, sys- Getting slightly smaller in ships also late in 1962 the Soviets started turning out the frigate. This is a cate­ gory between cruiser and destroyer. This is the Kashan class, with a high speed of 37-38 knots for about one hour. That's faster than any other destroyer in the world. An interesting aspect of them is that they are power^ by g^s turbine engines. A gas turbine is nothing more than jet engine like we use in a 747 or a 707. Just put it in. Gas turbine propulsion gives your ship very high speeds. You can go from a cold start. That is, although your ship has been sitting next to the dock for a week without its engines going, it can be under way in fifteen minutes. You don't have to wait to get up steam. The Soviets have been building this class since 1962 and now have about sixteen. The U.S. Navy will get its first gas turbine destroyer about 1974 or 1975. The Soviets have a large number of conventionally or steam-powered de­ stroyers which were built in the 1950's. The U.S. Navy today operates about 70 destroyers built during World War II. Today, on the shipways at Lenin­ grad and down to the Black Sea, the replacements for these ships are being turned out. This is the Crivac class— a small ship about 3,500 tons, a little larger than the destroyer escort of World War II. This ship is considered a full-fledged destroyer and pound for pound, is probably the most effective fighting ship in any navy today. Nuclear Subs For the past few years they've been turning out what NATO calls the Yankee class subs. It looks just like one of our Polaris subs and carries 16 nuclear missiles with a range of about 1,500 miles. Today, these type subs are on station on both coasts of the United States. For the first time prob­ ably since the War of 1812, another nation has a naval weapon which can kill people in this country. In 1812 the British were able to do it by landing troops from ships. Russia's second fleet is their oceanographic intelligence reconnaissance fleet. In the area of straight ocean­ ography, today they have more ships and people in the business of studying the sea for military and economic reason than does .the U.S. They have fewer institutions but their institutions are larger than ours. They have a fleet of large, modem, relatively sophis­ ticated, legitimate oceanographic re­ search ships which support various scientific academies and organizations. They also have a large fleet of the passive intelligence type wearing the navy flag manned by the navy. This is the intelligence trawler—^well publi­ cized in Americans newspapers. They keep these wherever we or the Britsh or our rallies are operating: one off Charleston, one off Holy Loch, one off Rhoda, one generally now in the Indonesian straits, and a few other critical places in the world. Superior Merchant Fleet The third fleet is their merchant marine. The Soviets today operate between . 1,500 and 1,700 merchant ships compared to about 600 for the United States. Our ships are larger but fewer. Our ships are also more sophis­ ticated. But with the ships they have they have been able to support the war in Vietnam with a train of ships, in addition to carrying out other eco­ nomic requirements and political re­ quirements of the country. Again, their ships are generallly of modern construction. The average So­ viet ship is younger than ours and they do have a high degree of automation temitized Russian fishing fleets have been taking an enormous toll in Ameri­ can coast waters and crippling the U.S. fishing industry. i }| '^i hi �» iaceably.... within the ships. But again their ships are basically simple, and they're small and, not being profit motivated as we axe, their small ships can go into un­ derdeveloped ports and, using native labor and the ship's own booms and cranes, can handle cargo. In contrast, we in the West are going toward larger, economically more efficient ships which also require more sophisticated port facilities. A final area is the passenger ship ^business. Today the United States has no passenger liners in the Atlantic and a few in the Pacific, which will prob­ ably be phased out in the next few years. The Soviet's passengership business seems to be in some respects expanding. In this regard, I find an interesting quote from the Soviet min­ ister of the merchant fleet who a few years ago said that 'maritime transport has carried out a number of respon­ sible assignments of the Communist party, bearing not only an economic but also a political character.' They use their merchant ships to support the navy directly and to support their politics. Fishing Fleet Their final fleet, if you will, is their fishing fleet. In terms of catch from the sea the Soviets get about SVz million tons per year. We pull in about IVi million tons. Only Japan and Peru catch more seafood than the So­ viets. In terms of ocean-going fishing ships, the Soviets have the world's largest fleet. They have a system and the capability of projecting large num­ bers of fishing craft virtually anywhere in the world and supporting them until the area is literally fished out. The trawlers catch the fish and give them to a 'mother' ship. The big ship gives the trawlers medical services, food, supplies, fuel oil, communica­ tions, hot showers. The factory ship then takes the fish, cleans it, fiUets it, cans it, puts the cans in cartons. A freighter comes alongside and takes the fish off the factory ship and takes it to market. How do the Russians support four fleets of this size? They have a very large and sophisticated ship building capability. They build about half of their own commercial ships and buy the other half, mostly from Poland and East Germany. But ironically, they also sell merchant ships to other countries and fishing craft to other countries, in addition to ^ving away warships. II ' Today, if we count numbers of ships, the Soviet Union is the third largest shipbuilder. If we count ton­ nage, they are much smaller because of the super tankers being built in Japan and a couple of other countries. But they are by all criteria a major shipbuilder. On the military side, today the So­ viets are building about 15 nuclear submarines per year. They are not working at full capacity. They are working at less than half their exist­ ing capacity by turning out about 15 nuclear subs a year. Compared to that 15, the U.S. today is building 4Vi submarines per year. Shipyards Expand Most of their yards make use of the techniques known as modular con­ struction whereby pieces of ships are assembled on blocks. A large moving platform, a transverser, comes along. A Soviet Sverdlov class "all-gun" cruiser is shown off the coast of Guam during a 1970 Soviet naval exercise. This class is among the older in the Russian navy, most of them having been built in the 1950's and early 1960's. �...Through Infegration of Four Fleets the ships are rolled or, in some cases floated, onto the transverser, which then carries them down and drops them into the water. One final point on the submarine business. Seven year ago the Soviets had two yards building nuclear sub­ marines. Today they have five. In that same period, the U.S. went from seven yards down to three. One Soviet yard alone, the one up on the White Sea at Sverdavens, can today on a one-shift basis build more submarines—^nuclear and non-nuclear—than the rest of the _ world combined. The Soviets have taken these ships and, in the same way that there have been trends of sophistication in their ships and some areas numbers, they've put them to sea in increasing numbers and for in­ creasing days at sea. In 1967, the entire Soviet Medi­ terranean fleet consisted of two subtenders, a cruiser, a few submarines, a couple of destroyers, and a small tanker. Today, the l^viets maintain 35 to 45 ships regularly in the Carib­ bean, in the mid-Atlantic, in the In­ dian Ocean, and in the Pacific Ocean. A year ago a Soviet task force of a couple of cruisers, destroyers, and several submarines operated within sight of Diamond Head in Hawaii. With these increased operations are coming increased port visits. The So­ viet navy claims that last year it visited more ports in the world outside its own country than did the U.S. Navy. To get these ships out there and sup­ port them, the Soviets have built up. the tenders, the service force, iif you will, of their fleet. On a day to day basis around the world the ^viets use their merchant tankers and in some cases their dry cargo merchant ships to replenish their warships and submarines. In contrast. A Yankee class submarine ori the surface. This is the Soviet "Polaris" type submarine, nuclear propelled and armed with 16 missiles carrying nuclear warheads with earlier this year the U.S. Navy and U.S. Maritime Administration held the first exercise (I believe since World War II) of a merchant tanker refueling a series of naval task forces. An EcoofMnk Threat My own feeling is that the Soviets at sea, be it naval or merchant fleets or fishing, are primarily an economic and political threat to us, not a naval threat, not a military threat. With the Yankee sub, it is a different matter. This is their first deterrent weapon or, in the view of some analysts, their first strike weapon. First strike means a range of some 1,500 miles. The Russians today boast the world's largest submarine fleet, including more nuclear subs than the U.S. Navy. they would try to destroy our nuclear weapons so that they could go and not suffer any damage in turn. The exist­ ence of these submarines with a newer^ design now being completed with a longer range missile has already caused our strategic air command to break up its B-52 bomber squadrons and scatter them on bases throughout the Midwest—three and four plane detachments with the related logistics security and training problems simply because these submarines could fire their missiles, explode them over the bomber bases in the middle of the • ». •"-<. «•- - United States before the bombers could get off the ground. It has been recently put into the Congressional Record that the sub­ marines also pose a threat to our Minuteman missiles, our missiles in silos in the Midwest. Although they don't have the accuracy to kill a Minuteman when it's underground, by ex­ ploding the submarine missiles over the Minuteman fields, it could force us to delay firing them because if we opened the doors to fire the missiles the x-rays from the explosions would hurt the guidance and the warheads of our missiles. Conceivably, they could fire these in what is known as the pin down technique to force us to hold back our missiles until they could start trying to kill ours with their long range ICBMs, which do have the ac­ curacy. New Quality Sailmr With these new ships and sub­ marines we see a new type of Soviet sailor emerging: A relatively young, a relatively dedicated sailor, highly motivated in part because of the posi­ tive public attitude toward the mili­ tary in the Soviet Union and especially toward the navy. This then is a brief look at the manifestation at sea of a nation which is primarily a land power. There are very few cases in history where one nation has simultaneously been able to be both. I think today we're seeing the Soviet Union trying very hard, and in the opinion of some authorities achiev­ ing both being a land power and a sea power. But, despite what appears to such foreboding circumstances, there is still time for the U.S. to observe, analyze and debate the true meaning of Soviet sea power todty, and to decide what, if any, counteractions should be imdertaken by the U.S. before Russia surpases her as the world's leading maritime nation. Three Russian fishing vessels are shown anchored off Moriches Inlet on Long Island. The vessels are allowed to work this close to the shore because of an agreement Page 18 signed betv/een the Americans and the Soviets concern­ ing this particular'fishing area. Seafarers Loj �Digest of SlU t I • NATIONAL DEFENDER (National Transport), June 4—Chairman Henry C. Roberts; Secretary Lawrence J. Crane; Deck Delegate John W. Allihan; Steward Delegate C, Carlson. No beefs. Every­ thing is running smoothly. Repair list will be made up. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. OGDEN WABASH (Ogden Marine), June 11—Chairman Alfonso Armada; Secretary F. Mitchell; Deck Delegate E. D. Scroggins; Engine Delegate R.- Kwiatkowski; Steward Delegate H. G. Cracknell. $32 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. BOSTON (Sea-Land), June 25—Chair­ man Juan C. Vega; Secretary S. F. Schuyler; Deck Delegate John Japperl Engine Delegate Chester J. Lohr. $5 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck and steward departments. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman), June 25—Chairman G. Torche; Secretary J. Sumpter. $8 in ship's fund. Few hours disputed OT in deck and steward de­ partments. SEATRAIN CAROLINA (Hudson Waterways), June 20 — Chairman B. Edelmon; Secretary W. Sink; Deck Dele­ gate Eugene O. Conrad; Steward Dele­ gate F. H. Smith. $93 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck and steward department. Motion was made to have patrolman board ship in Pensacola. ROSE CITY (Sea-Land), June 18— Chairman J. W. Pulliam; Secretary F. R. Kaziukewicz; Deck Delegate J. Wil­ liamson; Engine Delegate H: L. Miller; Steward Delegate J. Clarke. $115' in movie fund. Everything fine with no beefs. Vote of thanks to steward de­ partment for job well done. Vote o£ thanks was also extended to men on watch for keeping messroom and pantry clean. SEATRAIN LOUISIANA (Seatrain), May 29—Chairman A. Vilanova; Secre­ tary G. Wright; Deck Delegate W. L. Stewart; Steward Delegate James Jones. $40 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. MARYMAR (Calmar), June 18— Chairman John C. Green. Some dis­ puted OT in deck department. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. NEWARK (Sea-Land), June 25— Chairman C. Danmayer; Secretary J. Utz. $16 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine and steward departments. STEEL KING (Isthmian), May 28Chairman P. Stoneridge; Secretary L. Franklin. Everything is running smoothly. Vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for i^b well done. COMMANDER (Marine Carriers), June 24—Chairman Arne Hande; Sec­ retary James Winters; Deck Delegate F. X. Wherrity; Engine Delegate Peter P. Marcinowski; Steward Delegate Her­ man L. White. Disputed OT in deck and steward departments. Vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. BEAUREGARD (Sea-Land), June 19 —Chairman T. Trehern; Secretary E. Harris; Deck Delegate B. Hager; Stew­ ard Delegate John F. Silva. $57.28 in ship's fund. Disputed OT in engine de­ partment. TRANSIDAHO (Hudson Waterways), June 25—Chairman Jake Levin; Secre­ tary Aussie Shrimpton; Deck Delegate William Duffy; Engine Delegate E. R. Sierra; Steward Delegate Frank Rahas. $165 in ship's fund. No beefs were re­ ported. Vote of thanks to the -steward department for a job well done. TOPA TOPA (Waterman), Apr. 16 —Chairman A. Hanna; Secretary L. Nicholas; Deck Delegate Ray Wijlis; JJeptember 1972 Engine Delegate Thomas R. Hall; Stew­ ard Delegate M. P. Cox. Minor dis­ puted OT in steward department to be taken up with patrolman. Steward thanks crew for cooperation in keeping the messhall and pantry clean.. Everything is running smoothly. Everyone is happy. WACOSTA (Sea-Land), July 2— Chairman R. Burton; Secretary Ken Hayes. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departments. JACKSONVILLE (Sea-Land), June 25—Chairman J. T. Nielsen; Secretary 1. Buckley; Steward Delegate F. LaRosa. $11 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land), July 9— Chairman John Uranz; Secretary C. Gib­ son. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departments. Ship sailed short two men from San Juan. Vote of thanks to steward department for a job well done. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), June 25 — Chairman H. B. Butts; Secretary D. G. Chafin; Deck Delegate Arthur Finnell; Engine Dele­ gate Patrick Cleary; Steward Delegate Joan W. White. $23 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department, other­ wise everything is running smoothly. LONG LINES (Isthmian), July 1— Chairman Ralph Murray; Secretary Ira C. Brown. Some disputed OT in engine' department to be brought to the atten­ tion of boarding patrolman. STEEL VOYAGER (Isthmian), June 18—Chairman Melvin Keefer; Secretary J. W. Sanders. $33 in ship's fund. No beefs. Everything is running smoothly. Vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. STEEL EXECUTIVE (Isthmian), June 18—Chairman Robert A. Sipsey; Sec­ retary J. Reed. $28 in movie fund. No beefs were reported. SEATRAIN DELAWARE (Hudson Waterways), June 18—Chairman Walter Nash; Secretary Herbert E. Atkinson. Everything is running smoothly with no beefs. Crew would like to know if they could get launch service in Charleston, S.C. when the ship anchors out on Satur­ day and Sunday. !,[m w'% m Ships Meetings FALCON PRINCESS (Falcon Tank­ ers), June 25—Chairman Gerald Corelli; Secretary Harold P. DuCloux; Deck Delegate Stephen Fulford; Engine Dele­ gate Homer Starling; Steward Delegate Moses E. Coleman. $50 in movie fund. Disputed OT in deck and steward de­ partment. A number of beefs to be taken up with patrolman. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), May 29—Chairman H. B. Butts; Secretary Darrell G. Chafin; Deck Delegate Arthur P. Finnell; Engine Dele­ gate Patrick J. Cleary; Steward Delegate John W. White. $15 in ship's fund. No beefs reported. STEEL VOYAGER (Isthmian), May 14—Chairman Melvin Dutch Keefer; Secretary J. W. Sanders. $23 in ship's fund. No beefs. Everything running smoothly. Vote of thanks to steward de­ partment for a job well done. /'J PeelI n Away Getting down to business is the Western Clipper's third cook, Sylves­ ter Zygazowski who knows that peel­ ing potatoes is an unavoidable part of the great meal that will follow. The New York Who? Exerclsihg a mean right arm, Able Seaman Carl Goff, sends a monkey fist line sailing through the air as the Fair/and docks in the Port of New York. The New York Mets may be overlooking something good here. SlU Deck Hands Gather Topside Aboard the SS Roberf E. Lee The deck department aboard the Robert E. Lee (Waterman) takes a break during payoff in Bayonne, New Jersey. From left are: John Stakes, ordinary seaman; Perry Bullock, able seaman; Pat Hawker, ordinary seaman; Frank Wolverton, ordinary seaman, and Arvo Antilla, able seaman. Page 19 �SlU Vacation Center No matter what your recreational pleasures are, you will find them at the SIU Vacation Center located in Piney Point, Md. Whether it be sailing, swimming, horseback riding, or just getting together with old shipmates and friends, it is all there at Piney Point. The Vacation Center offers the best in everything and, perhaps best of all, the rates are much more attractive than those at conunerci^ resorts. It is the ideal place for a Seafarer and his family "to get away" from it all for a few days of relaxation. Because of the proven popularity of the Center, accommodations must be reserved in advance. To do so, simply fill out the coupon on this page and mail it to the address listed. .rSi- - I I • There are many places to sit for a quiet talk with old friends at the SIU Vaca­ tion Center in Piney Point and one of them is the spacious area around the three-acre duck pond. Seafarer Gorham Bowdre, left, who retired as Chief Electrician three years ago after more than 30 years at sea, spent a quiet few hours with R. B. Fulton, a friend from Annapolis, talking about old times. A visit to St. Mary's City is a must for SIU vacationers at Piney Point. Here, Seafarer John McLaughlin and his family examine the cross that marks the site of the first Catholic Church in the New World. There's much to do and much to see at the SIU Vacation Center. Seafarers Vacation Center Harry Lnndcbeig School of Seamansh^ St. Mary's Connty Piney Point, Maryland 20674 I am interested in availing myself vl the opportunity of using die facilities of the Sea- | farers Vacation Center. First choice: From to Second choice: From to My party wffl consist of adults and children. Please send confirmation. Stature i i i . I i I Print Name Book Number .. Street Address ciiy State ZIP Page 20 j ! i j i i Upgraders and vacationers get together in the evening in the Anchor Lounge at the Harry Lundeberg School to relax and renlw old acquaintances. Eugenius Sieradzki, who was attending the special upgrading course for crewmembers Qf ^gyy sL-7's, entertains at the piano for retired Seafarer Fred Clopton and his wife Ann, and daughter Mrs. Mary Sheldon. Seafarer Clopton retired in 1970 after more then 20 years at sea. Seafarers Log iv»' i-r •• I; H �SlU Upgraders 'Hit the Books at MLS !/• The SlU Upgrading Program offers every Seafarer an opportunity to better himself, but to do so requires a lot of hard work. Upgraders taking courses at the Harry Lundeberg School at PIney Point are shown above poring over study materials. In the photo on the right, this study will pay off as the Upgraders undergo one of many "quizzes" they will be given to test their grasp and retention of the Instruction provided In the classroom. Upgrading Class Schedule at Lundeberg School j« I 'f • I: Upgrading classes are now being conducted at Harry Lundeberg School. Classes for the following rat­ ings are available: Lifeboat, Able Body Seaman, Quartermaster, Fire­ man, Watertender, Oiler, Refer, Elec­ trician, Junior Engineer, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Machinists, Tankerman. Classes begin every two weeks on the following dates: October 19; November 9, 23; December 7, 21, Under a new U.S.C.G. ruling, graduates of the HLS will be able to qualify for upgrading with reduced seatime. Those wishing to upgrade to AB need only 8 months seatime as ordinary seaman. Those wishing to upgrade to FWT, and Oiler need only 3 month seatime as a wiper. Consult the following chart to see if you qualify. In order to process all applicants as quickly as possile it is necessary that each applicant enclose with his application: • 4 passport photographs (full face). • Merchant Marine personnel physical examinations using USCG form CG-719K given by either U.S.P.H.S. or S.I.U. Clinic. Those applicants already holding a rating Ratings HLC Graduate AB FWT, Oiler All other QMED other than wiper in the engine de­ partment or AB do not require a physical. • Sub-chapter B of the United States toast Guard regulations state that the officer wishing certification as a Tankerman "shall furnish satis­ factory documentary evidence to the Coast Guard that he is trained in, and capable of performing efficiently, the necessary operation on tank Name vessels which relate to the handling of cargo." This written certification must be on company stationery and signed by a responsible company official. • Only rooms and meals will be provided by Harry Lundeberg School. Each upgrader is responsible for his own transportation to and | from Piney Point. No reimbursement will be made for this transportation. S.S. # Mailing Address ii r V 12 mos. O.S. 6 mos. wiper 6 mos. wiper Age Home Address I, 8 mos. O.S. 3 mos. wiper 6 mos. wiper All othns Book # Phone Ratings Now Held What Rating Interested In Dates Available to Start HLS Graduates: Yes No.. Record of Seatime: Ship Rating Held Lifeboat Endorsement Yes Date of Shipment No. Date<tf Disduuge Return completed applicatipn to the attention of: Mr. Robert Kalmus Director of Vocational Education Harry Lundeberg School Piney Pt., Md. 20674 September 1972 Page 21 �Isthmian s Steel Maker Is... Twice in the past few months the Steel Maker (Isthmian) has pulled into the Erie Basin in Brooklyn to load and unload cargo. The fast turnarounds for the ship make for a busy time for SIU men manning her. Built in 1945, the former C-3 type vessel carries general cargo. The accompanying photos on these pages were selected from pictures taken both times the ship was in port. i SIU members serving in the steward department aboard the ship take time out of their work routine to have a picture taken. Left to right are John Green, James Campfield, and Chief Cook Pete Blanchard. ^ -ri > Robert Anicama, carpenter aboard the Steel Maker, lends a hand with cargo. SIU Representative "Red" Campbell discusses union matters with member Craig Conklin. Chief Cook E. Barrito samples some of his own preparation before serving crew. SIU Representatives Red Campbell and Bill Hall, far right, bring SIU crewmembers up-to-date on union business during a meeting aboard the Steel Maker. ^ -V'f Seafarers Log �. . . Keeping Cargo Moving r i: I Ih ri. 17' ABs Tom Andierson, left, and A. Delgado are busy straightening out ship's cable while in port. August 31, 1972 Number SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN MONTH ELIGIBLES Death 30 In Hospital Daily 65 Hospital & Hospital Extras 21 Surgical 6 Sickness & Accident 7,722 Special Equipment 2 Optical 418 Supplemental Medicare Premiums 85 Seaman Specialists-Medical Reimb. ... 4 DEPENDENTS OF ELIGIBLES Hospital & Hospital Extras 545 Doctors' Visits in Hospital Surgical .149 Maternity 18 Blood Transfusions 3 Optical 285 Special Equipment ••••••••••••••••••••••••••»••••••«•••••••••••• Seamen Specialists-Dept. Medical Reimb. Special Disability •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••a PENSIONERS & DEPENDENTS Death '. 15 Hospital & Hospital Extras 127 Doctors' Visits & Other Medical Exp. 138 Surgical 16 Optical 80 .1 . Blood Transfusions Special Equipment 8 Meal Books 963 Dental 2 Supplemental Medicare Premiums 1,378 Scholarship Program TOTALS Total Seafarers Welfare Plan 12,080 Total Seafarers Pension Plan 1,961 1,323 -Total Seafarers Vacation Plan •• • '"N7. .L -ri!i<-'" •, • Able-bodied Seaman Art Sequeira finds himself high above the deck in this spot. Photo taken at Erie Basin. YEAR TO DATE Amount MONTH YEAR TO DATE 227 7,623 131 50 68,260 17 2,343 1,399 39 56,209.00 964.00 672.70 879.00 61,774.00 354.00 6,732.35 1,715.60 189.00 414,302.00 13,647.43 17,988.85 3,641.00 541,180.92 3,214.11 45,224.52 9,337.10 22,709.76 3,064 7,097 1,109 226 38 1,768 1 10 82,359.40 674,670.45 28,387.92 131,824.55 62,191.80 1,882.20 33,647.31 28.50 1,398.09 106 1,031 8,438 91 538 15 52 8,151 9 12,554 45,000.00 27,733.84 4,226.98 2,673,00 1,416.79 .124,387 17,206 10,167 359,068.15 473,325.00 589,177.14 — 17,956.80 4,800.00 102.00 3,984.52 '— — 1,397.41 9,630.00 132.00 28,165.76 243,000.00 160,284.36 37,425.02 13,942.00 10,582.71 557.00 6,253.94 81,510.00 1,605.00 92,987.46 217,528.13 2,870,962.134,161,009.46 5,206,795.37 r ' •' J'lv' . September 1972 Page 23 �,A'' By Joseph B. Logne, M.D. SIU Medical Director !>• I Down through the years, the Log has published many true stories telling how Seafarers have saved the lives of shipmates during unexpected ship­ board emergencies. In looking back over these stories, I have found that many of these life saving incidents involved the use of basic first aid techniques—correctly used by one or more knowledgeable Seafarers to as­ sist their injured or ill shipmates. Unlike his shoreside union brothers in other industries, the working Sea­ farer usually finds himself far from a doctor or hospital and must rely on his own basic knowledge of first aid— or that of his shipmates if he is the injured party—during times of emer­ gency at sea. Due in part to the unique nature of the Seafarer's job, the odds are great that at one time or another in his sailing career, an SIU member will be called upon to assist a shipmate who has fallen ill or been injured on the job at sea—perhaps he may even be called upon to save a shipmate's life. It is important, therefore, that every Seafarer have at least a basic knowledge of first aid techniques to meet the unexpected challenge that can present itself at any time. First Minutes Inqioitant The ability of many of our con­ tracted vessels to quickly make port in time of emergency does indeed sometimes lessen what would other­ wise be a terrible problem. In addit i o n, worldwide communications through ship to shore radio provides Seafarers with almost immediate pro­ fessional medical information to as­ sist in shipboard medical emergencies. As Seafarers know, the United States Public Health Service maintains a 24-hour a day communications link with ships at sea through which symp­ toms of illness or injuries can be ra­ dioed to doctors ashore who can quickly offer professional guidance to those aboard ship. However, the first few minutes after any shipboard injury or illness is a critical period, and in the absence of on-the-spot-professional medical help. Page 24 correctly administered first aid can save a Seafarer's life. Every SlU-manned ship carries a well-stocked ship's medicine chest con­ taining basic first aid materials. How­ ever, even the best equipped ship's medicine chest is of little use to an injured or ill Seafarer if none of his shipmates can back up the medicine chest with basic first aid techniques. There are, in general, with some sub-divisions, six common types of shipboard medical emergencies. Bleeding—Severe Ueeding can be fatal and every effort must be made to control it immediately. Cover the wound with the cleanest cloth avail­ able or in a severe emergency, use you bare hand and apply uniform di­ rect pressure on the wound. Most bleeding can be controlled in this manner until further steps can be taken. Bleeding from arms and legs can be controlled by applying direct pressure at specific points. To help control bleeding in an arm, press the blood vessel against the upper arm bone, with your fingers on the inside of the arm halfway be­ tween the injured man's shoulder and elbow. Bleeding from a leg may be con­ trolled by pressing the blood vessel against the pelvic bone with the heel of your hand applied at the midway point of the crease between thigh and body. A tourniquet should be used only when you are xmable to control bleed­ ing from the extremity by using di­ rect pressure. If you use a tourniquet, leave it in place until a doctor re­ moves it. However, loosen it occasion­ ally to prevent a total lack of circula­ tion. If the injured Seafarer is to be trans­ ferred from the vessel to shore, attach a note to his person stating where you applied the tourniquet and at what time. Intemqpted l»eat]iing. Seconds count when a person is not breathing, so move quickly. Start artificial respira­ tion at once, and do not move the victim unless the area is unsafe. Artificial respiration can be used in cases of unconsciousness caused by near drowning, heart attack, poison­ ing, electric shock and suffication. There are several methods of ap­ plying artificial respiration; • Mouth-to-mouth. Remove any foreign matter from the person's mouth and then tilt his head back­ wards so that his chin points up­ wards. Place your mouth tightly over his and close his nostrils with your fingers. Blow into his mouth until his chest rises. Remove your mouth and let the air escape. Repeat these steps every five seconds until you are ab­ solutely sure that he can breath in his own. If you are unable to force air into his mouth at first try, roll the man over on his side, slap him on the back, wipe out his mouth, and roll him back again to try the first four steps once more. • Chest pressure method. Place victime face up. Clear or clean mouth. Put something under shoulders to raise them so head will drop back­ ward. Kneel at his head. Grasp his wrists, cross them, and press over lower chest to force air out. Release pressure by pulling arms outward and upward and backward over head as far as possible to cause air to rush in. Repeat about 12 times per minute (every 5 seconds). Keep checking to see if mouth is clean and airways open. • Back pressure method. Place victime face down. Clear or clean mouth. Bend his elbows and place his hands one upon the other. Turn his head slightly to one side, making sure chin juts out. Place hands of victim's back so palms lie just below an imaginery line between armpits. Rock forward till arms are about vertical and weight of your body exerts steady pressure on your hands. Then, draw his arms up toward you imtil you feel resistance of his shoul­ ders. Then lower his arms to ground. Repeat about 12 times per minute (every 5 seconds). Keep checking to see if mouth is clean and airways open. If second rescuer is available, have him hold victim's jaw out and watch to keep mouth as clean as possible at all times. Poisoning. Again, you must act fast. If the victim is conscious, give him large amounts of milk or water to dilute the poison. Induce vomiting, then give him more fluids. Keep up this procedure imtil only clear fluid comes up. There are exceptions to this gen­ eral procedure and you should not in­ duce vomiting if the following sub­ stances have been swallowed: • Strong acids: Give glass of water, then milk of magnesia in solution. Follow with milk, olive oil or egg white. • Strong Alkalis. Give a glass of water, then diluted lemon juice or vinegar. Follow with milk, olive oil or egg white. • Strychnine. If only a few minutes have elapsed give fluids and induce vomiting, but don't persist for long. Get medical attention quickly. • Kerosene. Dilute. Do not induce vomiting. Bums. First degree bums are de­ noted by reddened skin. If you are certain it is a first degree bum, im­ merse the area quickly in cold water for several minutes to stop pain. Cover area with a thick, dry, sterile bandage. Second degree bums are denoted by blisters and reddened skin. Immerse the area in cold water for 2 hours or apply clean cloths dampened in ^ ice water. Blot dry. Apply a sterile dress­ ing. Treat victim for shock. Third degree bums are denoted by destroyed skin and severely damaged tissues. Cover bumed area with a dressing thick enough to keep air out. Treat for shock. • Do not break blisters or use oint­ ments in the case of second or third degree bums. In the case of chemical burns. Use large quantities of water to wash away chemicals. Apply sterile dressings. Broken bones (fractures). Simple fractures involve a break in the bone without any open wound in the skin. A compound fracture occurs when the broken bone is accompanied by an open wound. Don't move a person with a frac­ ture unless he is in the path of further immediate danger. Place the injured limb in as normal a position as possi­ ble without causing the victim exces­ sive pain. Apply an emergency splint to support the injured part of the body in one position and to reduce pain and prevent further injury. An emergency splint may be any­ thing that gives rigid support and holds the fractured part in one posi­ tion, A flat board, oar, or pole are among some of the things aboard ship that can be used as a suitable splint. The utmost care should be used in certain fractures. In the event of a fractured spine, keep the injured person flat and do not move him to any other position. In the event of a fractured neck, keep the person on his back with his head in a well supported, straight posi­ tion. Don't lift his head at any time. In the event of a fractured skull, keep the person completely quiet. Re­ move any foreign matter from his mouth. Turn his head to one side so that fluids may drain from the mouth and prevent gagging. Shock. In every one of the emer­ gencies already mentioned above, there is some shock to victim's body. Severe shock can cause death. Shock occurs when the victim's body systems fail to function because of lack of proper blood circulation. The symptoms of shock include paleness of the skin, moist skin and nausea. A Seafarer in shock should be placed so that his head will be lower than his feet. Keep him warm with a blanket to maintain his normal body temperature. If he is conscious give him water (or salt, soda and water). Seafarers Log Jl • .11 ,• \ �*: , ''•• ''J-i . , Rofrei^ ; (Wateniuiii): Mdi, ••astopoyer in' f}. N4*'i:,*«cc!nfly."'' The,;'foraier^^ -yessei i§' cur-. -.4, renfly ahder to the MUit^ SdiUft (MSC). Hie Lee was constructed in 19'^. During her stopover in Bayonne, a Xog photographer managed to get -- u i: .1 • 3* 1- ' i: 1-* Even in port shipboard work must go on. In the top photo, Chief Cook Stanley Freeman (left) and Baker Oli Esquiel are busy preparing a noonday meal. In the bottom photo, Fireman Jackie Jacobs checks gauges in the engine room to make sure everything is functioning properly. In-port time also affords some crewmembers a chance to relax and reflect on a voyage just finished or to conjure up things to do ashore. Wiper Gary Spell takes a few minutes topside to look over the Bayonne port's facilities and activities. >ace25 �Wandering the Seas • y' Seafarers are men of great appreciation of the arts. The Seafarert Logt to further their efforts in the poetry field, r^^arly makes space available for members* poems. To contribute to the Log poetry col­ umn members should send their poems to the Seafarers Log, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. God's Grace What good is it to seek and find a place in life that is full of nothingness . . . When there is a flower ... the moon . . . God's wonderful grace And all life's light of wonderfulness. How radiant! How sweet! How glorious! If the whole world's goal was love Then would man see what was meant to be; That in the beginning it was us God thought of In each of us God sees the same face. His love for us shall last. If we just have faith and pray The world would be a wonderful place. .1 Because of God's grace we have a past, Without God we could never have been. Let us trust in God and praise his name and forever let it last Let us pray night and day and one day sin will end. Milton Armstead, Jr. Whatever May Be The stars above, like flitting dancers in my eyes. Light the way through the dark, turbulent, troublesome sea. A long way from home am I, a sailor searching. ... Following the stars' brilliant light to whatever may be. It was not alway^ so. There was once a woman who lovingly comforted me. There was a home and kids and even the inevitable puppy dog. There was the good days—^tender love,good night kisses and all. There was the bad days, too, but they were few and far between. But, now I'm back at sea. I'm following those stars to whatever may be. But, I can't help thinking to the days that used to be. Perhaps I was rash. Perhaps it was me who was wrong. I guess it doesn't matter now, but one thing is sure: Now I know where those stars are leading me. Patrick Fierce Page 26 Jennifer Kent, bom June 1, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Elkin Kent, New Orleans, La. Ai^nst Jackson m, born May 22, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. August C. Jackson, Jr., New Orleans, La. Todd Van Brocklin, born May 19, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Henry C. Van Brocklin, Elberta, Mich. John Davis, born Mar. 29, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Linwool A. Davis, Fernandina Beach, Fla. Jose DeLosSantos, born June 14, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jose A. De­ LosSantos, Baltimore, Md. Lawrence Taylor, born May 1, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Lawrence R. Taylor, Hammond, La. Verallz Morales, bom Mar. 10, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Andrew Morales, Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. Daniel Wentworth, horn May 27, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Arthur A. Wentworth, Jr., Rhinelander, Wis. LeRoy Vilo, born May 13, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Andrew Morales, Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. Jnanita Carter, born May 4, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. William F. Carter, Newark, Del. Julissa Hernandez, bom Mar. 1, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Rafael Hernandez, San Francisco, Cal. Rose Jaworski, bom Apr. 7, 1971, to Seafarer and Mrs. John F. Jaworski, Toledo, Ohio. Eric Robbins, born Apr. 13, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. John E. Robbins, Mobile, Ala. Anthony Werner, bom May 19, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Emil G. Werner, Baltimore, Md. Isabel Saiazar, bom May 24, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Jorge. R. Saiazar, Brooklyn, N.Y. Edmund ConkUn, bora June 10, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Edmund W. Conklin, St. Charles, Mo. Shawn Mueller, bom Apr. 3, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Frank Mueller, Jr., Keokuk, Iowa. Stacey ElHott, born June 16, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Arthur Elliott, Rockaway Point, N.Y. Matey Mastrokalos, born May 26, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Odisseas Mastrokalos, Houston, Tex. Ciystal Sabatier, born June 1, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Charles J. Saba­ tier, Alta Loma, Tex. Micbeie Bonefont, bom July 4, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. David Bonefont, Brooklyn, N.Y. Raymund Reyes, born May 30, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Candido V. Reyes, San Francisco, Cal. James Tamlyn, born July 4, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. James E. Tamlyn, Mackinaw City, Mich. Bruce Musbet, bom July 3, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Richard M. Mushet, Pasadena, Md. Vimarie Vargas, bom July 15, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Giovanni Vargas, Salinas, P.R. Marco Carbajal, born June 15, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Abraham Carbajal, New Orleans, La. Maria Loulouigas, bom July 12, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Emilios D. Loulourgas, Allston, Mass. Tburman Young, III, born June 21, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Thurman T. Young, Jr., Phila., Pa. Carmen Ortiz, born July 19, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Gregorio Ortiz, Levittown Catano, P.R. Heraldo Ortiz, bom June 20, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Vincente Ortiz, Sr., Bay St. Louis, Miss. Terrence Pickett, born July 3, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Eugene Pickett, Jacksonville, Fla. ^ Adam Glastetter, bom April 18, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Daniel J. Glas­ tetter, Imperial, Miss. Sbantel Collii^ bom Apr. 1, 1972, to Seafarer and 'Mrs. Edward M. Col­ lins, Portsmouth, Va. Teddy Nieben, born July 7, 1972, to Seafarer and Mrs. Vagn T. Nielsen, Brooklyn, N.Y. Sftafarprjg Inn wwiiiWii III r i •: �Regular or Deluxe? Advice on Appliances V. • h- V by Sidney Margolius Consumer Expert One of the most serious problems afflicting consumers today is the pro­ liferation of models that has occurred in the past ten years. The thousands of barely-differentiated models of house­ hold appliances on the market make them costlier to buy and help in­ crease repair costs. Moreover, selecting an appliance suitable for your specific needs has become increasingly difficult. A mail­ order house that used to offer three different models of washing machines now has eight. Or if you go to buy a TV set, the wide choice can com­ pletely confuse you. About a year ago we figured out that there were some 900 to 1,000 different brands, models, sizes and types (black and white or color) on the market. Buying Policies Two general buying policies may help. One, recommended here before, is to stick to the middle price lines. These usually have the same capacity and basic features as the most expen­ sive or deluxe models. For example, manufacturers produce a basic cook­ ing range to retail for, say, $200, and then add various features until it be­ comes a deluxe model with all pos­ sible cooking aids, at a price of $400. But ranges in the $300-$325 bracket will have all the basically useful features, such as a clock-controlled oven, time-controlled appliance out­ let, oven window and light, and even a self-cleaning oven. The other is to buy the simplest model you really need, not only to save on the purchase price but to hold down repair expenses. The more com­ plicated models require more frequent and costlier repairs. Most women want a timer when they buy a new range but many do not really use it often, and some, not at all, dealers report. Here are specific suggestions of sev­ eral of the more confusing appliance purchases. Ranges. If you want a range with a window, it should be at least two panes and preferably three for best insulation. Since ovens have been enlarged in the 30-inch ranges, this size has be­ come increasingly popular in com­ parison to the formerly much-wanted 40-inch ranges. Oven size is the impoitant factor to check. Of two 30inch ranges made by different manu­ facturers, one may have an oven larger by one to two inches on all sides. Sewing machines. These have be­ come one of the most complicated items to buy because of the many straight stitch, zig zag, semi-zig zag and ultra deluxe machines on the market, with each manufacturer now offering a wide range of models. You can pay anywhere from $60 to $500 for a sewing machine, and the $500 machine may be less suitable for some sewers than the $60 one. Many portables have the same head and sometimes even the same motor as cabinet machines. Only in the larger consoles will you usually find a stronger motor. Some sellers charge disproportionately more for the same machine in a cabinet. In other in­ stances, the cabinet may cost only nominally more than the carrying case. A cabinet may be more desirable if you do a great deal of sewing and have the space for one. Be careful about light portables, _which may sacrifice mechanical efficiency or tend to vibrate excessively or "creep," and be sure the portable has a full-size work surface. Some users and servicemen say they Samuel Garcia David Kendrix Brother Lorenzo Q. Alvarado asks that you contact him at P.O. Box 1000, Lewisburg, Penn. 17837, as soon as possible. Charles Monkman Please contact American President Lines, 601 California St., San Francisco, Calif. 94108, in connection with gear they are holding for you. Howard L. "Mickey" Milstead The mother of the above, Mrs. Audrey Reeves, asks that anyone knowing the whereabouts of her son, contact her at 1417 Azalea Rd., Lot 34, Mobile Ala. 36609. Ronald Foster Please get in touch with your brotherin-law, Ronald Fairchild. Ephraim Muse Your mother, Mrs. Olive Muse, asks that you contact her as soon as possible at Route 1, Box 23, Grantsboro, N.C. 28529. actually prefer a cast iron machine to a featherweight as more stable and de­ pendable, even if not as easy to handle and store. The first task in choosing a machine is to know your own sewing needs. An expensive machine may attract you with the many decorative stitches and patterns it can make. In that case you would now own a complicated, delicate machine really more suitable for a very experienced seamstress, and that also requires a specialist in that model to repair. One long-time sewing machine ex­ pert advises that a zig zag machine with built-in buttonholer and built-in blind hem stitch is the most suitable for the average sewer. When you try out a machine, also make sure it will work on heavy materials such as denim as well as nylons and knits. This expert also points out that beltdriven motors cost less to repair, al­ though gear-driven machines are faster. Especially check ease of use, in­ cluding ease of removing and replac­ ing the bobbin. Some machines have the bobbin on the side reached by a sliding back plate. Other bobbins are in front. All machines we have seen now have a built-in light. But some have an additional safety feature. If the light is off, the machine is off. Thus the machine won't accidentally operate if a small child steps on a foot control. Washing machines. These especially illustrate the practicality of sticking to the middle price line. Two-speed models do not cost much more than the cheapest one-speed machines. But they do provide sufficient flexibility in laundering without being as compli­ cated or costly as some of the topprice deluxe models. You need to judge special features for your needs. Thus, a bleach dis­ penser may be more useful if your machine is in a remote location like the basement than nearby as in the kitchen or an upstairs iaundry room. In general, the basically-useful features are hot, warm and cold set­ tings; gentle and regular speeds for agitation and spin cycles; and a permanent-press setting. Even many of the medium-price washers now do have permanent-press settings. Julio Reyes Your' wife, Epifania, asks that you contact her immediately at Calle 90, Bldg. 92 #74, Villa Carolina, Carolina P.R. 00630. Joseph Billotto Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Joe Billotto, please have him contact his wife. Urgent. Edmond Pacheco Your sister, Jeanette Bermudez asks that you get in touch with your mother as soon as possible c/o Box 335, Bayamon, P.R. 00619. z' Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS, the constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes spe­ cific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treas­ urer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file mem­ bers, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their* findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expen­ ditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund finan­ cial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contain^ in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Earl Shepard, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275-20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. September 1972 CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and con­ ditions tmder which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the pro{«r manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights prop­ erly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for I^g policy is vested in an edi­ torial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a re­ ceipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the Seafarers Log a verbatim copy of its constitution. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employ­ ers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including but not limited to furthering the political, social and economic interests of Sea­ farer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Un­ ion or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the con­ tribution for investigation and appropriate action and refimd, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade tmion concepts and Seafarer seamen. if at any time a Seafarer feek that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitu­ tional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at head­ quarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. Page 27 �SlU Pensioners Carroll £. Harper, 68, joined the un­ ion in 1948 in the Port of New York and sailed in the engine department. A native of Maryland, Brother Har­ per now lives in ^n Francisco, Calif. Seafarer Harper served in the Navy from 1919 to 1921. William F. Randall, 58, joined the union in the Port of New Orleans in 1945. He sailed in the steward de­ partment. Brother Randall, a native of Texas, is an Army veteran of World War II and now makes his home in Gulfport, Miss. Browning S. Wilamoski, 61, is a native of Maryland and makes his home in Baltimore. He joined the SIU in 1956 and sailed in the engine department. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army. '• Medford G. Littleton, 69, joined the union in the Port of Philadelphia and sailed in the engine department. A native of Frankford, Del., Brother Littleton now makes his home in Maple Shade, N.J. Jack D. Peralta, 45, is a native of Mississippi and joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1948. He has sailed in both the steward and deck departments during his seafaring career and now makes his home in Christian, Miss. Jean L. Monnier, 65, is a native of Louisiana and makes his home in New Orleans. He joined the union in the Port of New Orleans in 1947 and sailed in both the deck and en­ gine departments. Brother Monnier is an Army veteran of World War II, having served from 1942 to 1945. Clyde C. Rayford, 61, joined the union in 1941 in the Port of Mobile and sailed in the deck department. A native of Alabama, Brother Rayford now makes his home in Mo­ bile, Ala WUliam M. Starke, 62, is a native of Pennsylvania and joined the union in the Port of New York in 1949. He sailed in the steward department. He now makes his home in Compton, Calif. Modesto J. Duron, 61, is a native of the Philippines and makes his home in Manila. He joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1957 and sailed in the engine department. Louis D. Bernier, 65, is a native of Iowa and now makes his home in Baltimore, Md. He joined the SIU in the Port of Baltimore and sailed in the steward department. Brother Ber­ nier is an Army veteran, having served from 1925 to 1928. Carl E. Gibbs, 62, is one of the union's first members having joined in the Port of Baltimore in 1938. A native of Virginia, Brother Gibbs now resides in Baltimore, Md. He is an Army veteran, having served from 1928 to 1932. He sailed in the deck department. Ethan M. Mercer, 62, is a native of Oklahoma and makes his home in Mobile. Ala. He joined the union in the Port of Mobile in 1945 and sailed in the engine department. M ' Elmer W. Carter, 53, joined the union in the Port of Baltimore in 1939 and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Carter, who is closing out a sailing career of more than 30 years, makes his home in Baltimore, Md. Fred U. Buckner, 57, is a native of Georgia and now resides in Savan­ nah, Ga. He joined the SIU in the Port of Savannah in 1952 and sailed in the engine department until his retirement. Gerald B. Smith, 65, is a native of West Virginia and makes his home in Millersville, Md. Brother Smith joined the SIU in the Port of Balti­ more in 1939 and was one of the union's first members in that port. He sailed in the deck department and is now closing out a sailing career of more than 30 years. William F. Coggins, 65, is a native of South Carolina and joined the union in the Port of Mobile in 1939. He has sailed with the SIU for more than 30 years, most recently as a bosun. Brother Coggins now resides in Mobile, Ala., and is a Navy vet­ eran who served from 1923 to 1927. Ahmed S. Kassim, 57, is a native of Arabia and joined the SIU in the Port of Norfolk in 1951. He sailed in the engine department, most re­ cently as a chief electrician. He served picket duty in 1961 and now resides in Brooklyn, N.Y. SIU Toledo Port Agent Donald Bensman (left) pre­ sents Seafarer Edward H, Smith with his first monthly SIU pension check. Brother Smith re­ ceived best wishes for smooth sailing from all hands. Page 28 Seafarer John Johnson (right) is congratulated by -rankfort Port Agent Harold Rathbun on receiving his first pension check. Brother Johnson, who worked as a wheelman on the Ann Arbor Railroad carferrys, began his sailing career in 1929. Seafarers Log .... • m ^ il il �•T».: .,.1972 ,-J,-. »1 MENf ' ViL JRJSGII^m^ ABGrbiiy^. 3ass A Class B ,5 2 55 122 19 8 46 11 20 10 26 14 14 7 59 9 38 71 43 75 14 11 ••• 95 68 33 25 599 301 Port Bostcm..* ^•••«•»vi'*Pf * »v•••*» New YOTIC..;.. Philadelphia....... Baltiipore.......,.....,.,,^...,;.. N«Mtb!k..:v....,.;...........k,'...iJacksoftyilie..,.....„.i.;;:L^,. Tampa....i.r............i...;.....;iv ]^^ohile*. v.'.... New Orjeaiis...;./...;^!^;^;. Hoii8toh....„. Wllmlh^oh. San Francisco............ Seattle Totals..... • >«<[»'i'««'»»»« ' , • -'''".-.l-^'. •.«--;!:4' " TOTAL SHIPPEO^ '' ON BEACH Groups. • ^.yiI^lass A ClassB ClassC Class A ClassB 0 .0 25 13 75 34 , 4 221 94 0 15 13 12 7: , / 97 31 17 V:-i>9..;.• 1 ;:;-;-4 ^ 51 0 21 115 y:'Cn3 > 0 47 22 10 0 14 r-X'-- 5 91 • 4 19 0 ;r 54 56 46 94 1 '•y-'J-:,: . 8 21 21 96 45 0 74 16 0 .-•"#•"•55 21 19 357 1,007 183 10 491 '- •. • A-' T ENGINE DEPARTMENT TOTAL REGISTERED I * Port TOTAL SHIPPED REGISTERED ON BEACH AD Groups All Groups An Groups Class A Class B Class A Class B Class C Class A Class B 8 7 ,. . 1 3 ;•' ' • 5 ' •. .1 3 -v 141 95 57 79 . : ' 46 27 14 ;"V-t!.:-2 6 0 14 9 11 17 80 47 38 9 0 14 • :<v:: 25 23 3 10 2 . 11 • i; 7 . 27 8 19 8 16 'US9 0 . . 4 13 4-. 46 32 17 23 10 . y'9y:86 145 67 ,33.::' 40 743 •: •• 0': 98 92 58 . 65 ^ :.29. 0 2 > 9 26 • 5 17 58 136 87 99 89 7 23 • 23 16 10 28 .748 ,219 426 366 ff68 V^_f- - Philadelphia.... Baltimore....... hJorfolk. ......'.•..••.........tf. Jacksonville................ ;... Tampa......4......'.^*.; Mobile...................'.'. New Orleans..., Houston............ Wilmington..,.!...,.,..;. San Francisco..,vi...... pSeattle,,.. Totals.. , , '•M LRD DEPARthIENT" n- t TOTAL REGISTERED -1" .V V .iSfv rfRbston.................. New York,,..., viTiiitadelphiai.., Baltimore Norfolk ,... Jacksonville.,,,....,,. ;;Tampa.. .''k'fobile.^, •New Orleans..... :Houstpn:,.,.!,,..,.....,;;.»;;...>....i Wilmington San Franciscd....,...i..iii...y,.i,., Seattle TOTAL SHIPPED REGISTERED ON BEACH , ;^ All Groups Ctess A Oass B Class C ADGfrnips ClassACiassB 0 40 11 10 3 • ^4 45 J9 11 20 11 9 18 11 10 19 15 25 4 31 44 32 51 8 3 73 U: 85 19 7 254 345 v';-'l- ' 7. :-'"2 3 27 15 0 60 12 188 1 19 6 8 - 1 5 !;• 6 42 14; 40 ; "3 •146 .1 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 12 All Groups ClaissA Class B 6 158 14 61 28 15 19 58 99 , 104 . 9 . 113 20 ! 704 . 4 105 6 27 • 22 16 14. 26 46 92 14 64 • 443 MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS' SCHEDULE SIU-AGLIWD Meetings Oct. 10—2:30 ;Oct. 11—2:30 Oct. 16—2:30 Oct. 12—2:30 Oct. 20—2:30 Oct. 2—2:30 Oct. 3—2:30 Oct. 4—^2:30 Oct. 6—2:30 Oct. 9—2:30 United Industrial Workers New Orleans Oct. 10—7:00 Mobile Oct. 10—7:00 New York Oct. 2—7:00 Philadelphia Oct. 3—7:00 Baltimore Oct. 4—7:00 Houston Oct. 9—7:00 Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Section tSauit Ste. Marie Oct. 12—7:30 Chicago Oct. 9—7:30 Buffalo Oct. 11—7:30 Duluth Oct. 13—^7:30 Cleveland Oct. 13—7:30 New Orleans Mobile Wilmington San Francisco Seattle New York Philadelphia Baltimore Detroit :tHouslon J 'r September 1972 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. Toledo Detroit Milwaukee 1 SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters Inland Boatmen's Union United Industrial Workers PRESIDENT Paul Hall • o; Boston..^...'.. XT^... Directory of Union Haiis Oct. 13—7:30 p.m. Oct. 9—7:30 p.m. /;..Oct. 9—7:30 p.m. SIU Inland Boatmen's Union New Orleans Oct. 10—5:00 p.m. Mobile Oct. 11—5:00 p.m. Philadelphia Oct. 3—5:00 p.m. Baltimore (licensed and unlicensed) Oct. 4—5:00 p.m. Norfolk Oct. 5—5:00 p.m. Houston Oct. 9—5:00 p.m. Railway Marine Region Philadelphia Oct. 10—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Baltimore Oct. 11—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. •Norfolk Oct. 5—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Jersey City Oct. 9—10 a.m. & 8 p.m. ^Meeting held at Galveston wharves, t Meeting held in Labor Temple, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. •Meeting held in Labor Temple, Newport News. SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiOiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams A1 Tanner Robert Matthews HEADQUARTERS 675 411i Ave., Blyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 ALPENA, Mich 800 N. Second Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Mass 215 Essex SL 02111 (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.Y 290 Franklin St. 14202 SIU (716) TL 3-9259 IBU (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, III 9383 Ewing Ave. 60617 SIU (312) SA 1-0733 mU (312) ES 5-9570 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1420 W. 25th SL 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DETROIT, Mich. .10225 W. Jefferson Ave. 48218 (313) VI 3-4741 DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3d SL 55806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box 287, 415 Main SL 49635 (616) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tex 5804 Canal SL 77011 (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, Fla 2608 Pearl SL 32233 (904) EL 3-0987 JERSEY CITY, NJ. 99 Montgomery SL 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala. .1 South Lawrence SL 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va 115 3d SL 23510 (703) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa 2604 S. 4th SL 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PORT ARTHUR, Tex. 534 Ninth Ave. 77640 (713) 983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. .1321 Mission SL 94103 (415) 626-6793 SANTURCE, P.R 1313 Fernandez Juncos, Stop 20 00908 (809) 724-0267 SEATTLE, Wash 2505 First Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo. ,.4577 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 TAMPA, Fla 312 Harrison SL 33602 (813) 229-2788 TOLEDO, Ohio 935 Summit SL 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, Calif. 450 Seaside Ave. Terminal Idand, Calif. 90731 (213) 832-7285 YOKOHAMA, Japan Iseya Bldg., Room 810 1-2 Kaigan-Dori-Nakaku 2014971 ExL 281 Page 29 �jlltnal iqiartnmi ' •i George A. Weddel, 68 passed away July 31, 1972. A native of Vermont, Brother Weddell was a resident of Seasport, Maine, at the time of his death. Seafarer Weddell joined the SIU in the Port of Lake Charles, La., in 1958 and sailed in the engine de­ partment. Among Brother Weddel's survivors is his wife, Hilda. Seafarer Weddell was buried in Bowditch Cemetery in Searsport. SIU pensioner Albert Freund, 78, passed away in Deltona, Fla., January 26, 1972. A native of Yonkers, N.Y., Brother Freund was a resident of Deltona, Fla., at the time of his death. Freund joined the union in the Port of New York in 1955 and sailed in the engine department. He was a . World War I veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Among his survivors is his wife Lilian. Freund was buried at Fern Cliff Cemetery, Hartsdale, N.Y. Joseph B. Pendleton, 50, passed away July 16, 1972. A native of Rhode Island, Pendleton was a resi­ dent there at the time of his death. Seafarer Pendleton joined the union in the Port of Providence in 1941 and sailed in the deck department. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Among his sur­ vivors is his mother, Mrs. Annie M. Pendleton of Ashaway, R.I. Burial was in First Hopkinton Cemetery, Rhode Island. Robert A. Sanchez, 51, passed away in Mobile General Hospital, Mobile, Ala., July 30, 1972. A native of Alabama, Sanchez was a resident of Theodore, Ala., at the time of his death. Seafarer Sanchez joined the SIU in the Port of Mobile in 1942 and sailed in the steward department. Among his survivors is his wife, Mae. Burial was in Catholic Cemetery, Mobile, Ala. Oscar A. Gunderson, 72, passed away August 8, 1972. A native of Chicago, 111., Gunderson was a resi­ dent of Manitowac, Wis., at the time of his death. Brother Gunderson joined the union in the Port of Frank­ fort in 1959, and sailed in the steward department aboard Great Lakes v^ sels. He last sailed as steward aboard the Hennepin. Among his survivors is his daughter, Mrs. Louis Christopherson. Burial was in Evergreen Ceme­ tery, Manitowac, Wis. Arthur E. Christensen, passed away August 14, 1972. A native of Bear Lake, Mich., Christensen was a resi­ dent of Bensonia, Mich., at the time of his death, ^afarer Christensen joined the union in the Port of Frank­ fort and sailed in the engine depart­ ment aboard Great Lakes vessels. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Among his survivors is his sister Mrs. Elenor Niemitalo, of Kaleva, Mich. Burial was in Bertelson Ceme­ tery, Manistee, Mich. ••.y . Tbeophllus R. Stevenson, 60, passed away August 20, 1972. A na­ tive of the British West Indies, Stevenson was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y., at the time of his death. Brother Stevenson joined the union in the Port of New York in 1950, and sailed in the steward department. Among his survivors is his son, Har­ old, of Tucson, Ariz. Burial was in Mount Holiness Cemetery, Butler, N.J. Elmer R. IVfyntti, 46, passed away at Swedish Hospital in Seattle in August. A native of the state of Washington, Myntti was a resident of Seattle at the time of his death. Sea­ farer Myntti joined the SIU in the Port of Seattle in 1968, and sailed in the engine department. He was a Navy veteran of World War 11. Among his survivors is his wife, Bertha. Brother Myntti's body was cremated. Emlle A. Gerber, 18, was lost at sea April 11, 1972, while sailing aboard the Steel Traveler. A native of Matarie, La., he joined the SIU in the Port of New Orelans in 1970, and sailed in the engine department. Brother Gerber was a graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School. Among his survivors is his mother. Tommy Scott Gerber. of Picayune, Miss. Joseph H. Cranell, 57, passed away July 28, 1972. A native of Illinois, Crannell was a resident of Indiana at the time of his death. Brother Cran­ nell joined the SIU in the Port of San Francisco and sailed in the en­ gine department as a fireman-watertender. Among his survivors is his son, J. D. Murphy, of Veederburg, Ind. Burial was in Progressive Friends Cemetery, Convington, Ind. Alfredo Perez, 54, passed away July 30, 1972. A native of Cayey, P.R., Perez joined the union in the Port of Baltimore in 1947, and sailed in the engine department. He was a resident of Houston, Tex., at the time of his death. Among his survivors is his mother, Mrs. Alfredo Perez Otero, of Bayamon, P.R. Burial was in Buxeda Cemetery, Houston. Lyie E. Doering, 54, passed away August 3, 1972. A native of Kansas, Doering was a resident of Fresno, Calif., at the time of his death. Sea­ farer Doering joined the union in the Port of Seattle and sailed in the en­ gine department. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Among his survivors is his wife, Dorothy. Burial was in Belmont Memorial Park, Fresno, Calif. Peter Morreale, 60, passed away November 26, 1971, at the USPHS hospital in New Orelans. A native of New Orleans, Morreale joined the SIU in the Port of New Orleans in 1951, and sailed in the steward de­ partment. Burial was in St. Vincent's Cemetery, New Orleans. Henry C. Moffett, 37, was lost at sea April 17, 1972, while sailing aboard the Ofms Packer. A native of Dodson, La., Brother Moffett joined the SIU in the Port of New York in 1963, and sailed in the deck department. Seafarer Moffett was a graduate of the Andrew Furuseth Training School. He was a veteran of the Navy. Among his survivors is his wife, Georgie Anne, of Jean, La. Waitus E. Lockerman 67, passed away June 25, while sailing aboard the S.S. Rebecca en route through the Gulf of Oman. He joined the SIU in the Port of Houston in 1960 and sailed as an oiler in the Engine De­ partment. Among his survivors is his wife, Dixie Arrell. Burial was at sea. Seafarer Lockerman was a veteran of the Army having served from 1924 to 1945. Legal Aid Following is a list of attorneys to whom Seafarers with legal problems may turn in various port cities. The Seafarer need not choose the recom­ mended attorneys, and this listing is intended for information purposes only. The initial list of recommended coimsel throughout the United States is as follows: New York—Schulman, Abarbanel, McEvoy & Schlesinger 1250 Broaway, New York, N.Y. 10001 (212) 279-9200 Boston, Mass.—Patrick H. Harrington 56 N. Main Stret, Bennett Bldg. Fall River, Mass. (617) 676-8206 Baltiniore, Md.- -Berenholdtz, Kaplan, Heyman, Engelman & Resnick 1845 Maryland National Bldg. Baltimore, Md. 21204 (301) Lex. 9-6967 Tampa, Fla.—^Hardee, Hamilton, Douglas & Sierra 101 East Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, Florida (813) 223-3991 Mobile, Ala.—Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Bldg. Mobile, Alabama (205) 4334904 New Orieans, La.—^Dodd, Hirsch, Barker Meunier 711 Carondelet Bldg. New Orleans, La. (504) Ja. 2-7265 & Houston, Texas—Combs & Archer Suite 1220, 811 Dallas St. Houston, Texas (713) 228-4455 Los Angeles, Cal.—Bodle, Fogle, Julber, Reinhardt & Rothschild 5900 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 2600 Los Angeles, Cal. (213) 937-6250 San Francisco, Cal.—Jennings, Gartland & Tilly World Trade Center San Francisco, California (415) Su. 1-1854 Seattle, Wa^.—Vance, Davies, Roberts & Bettis Rm. 425, North Towers 100 W. Harrison Plaza Seattle, Wash. 285-3610 Chicago, 111.- -Katz & Friedman 7 South DearborU Street Chicago, 111. (312) An. 3-6330 Detroit, Mkh.—Victor G. Hansoh 15929 West Seven Mile Road Detroit, Mich. (313) Ver. 7-4742 St. Louis, Mo.—Gruenberg & Souders 721 Olive St. St. Louis, Missouri (314) Central 1-7440 Seafarers Log Page 30 .'v., �... •... - y^,,; •- •' . -^ • . «- -' '^ \ "'*"'5 I'-^'n > " '"^ -' "( •4 Ev vpi U be a few hou» (»: a life^^ That's Uie question facing a Seafarer who reaches for a^ reefer, car a needle to take him tanporarUy away from this world... ' NdbOdy takes dope intent on making a lifetime out of it. They take it to get away from reaiiQr for a few houKj to "turn on." They argue it is just a diversion, just a harmless once-ina-while thing. j| But fr)r a Seafarer it could be forever. S A Seaferer femnd with any kind of drug—an upper, , a downr I er, horse, pot, speed or any of the others—is through. Through with the sea, through with his career. Beached arid washed up JEorever. That's a tou^ price to pay but there are reasons for it, good reasons. A ship needs a full crew with each man pulling his onm weidt at all times. A Seafarer on a "trip" can't pull his bVm weight. And, in an emergency, that might mean death for someone else. V Aside from that, a Seafarer caught with drugs taints his shipy and his shipmates in whatever port they land. That ship and those men are marked by customs officials and police all over|| the world. So one man's use of dope hurts a lot others. It| fe not just "his own thing." And, finally, jwi don't have to havemedical d^rees to seiep the wreckage of lives that have come to depend on drugs. It's" all around you in hollow-eyed men Who have *'shot" whatever; chance ffiey had to know the good life into their veins. Hopes fqr ffieir recovery in this worid are very slim. 1 % /' V- Wi •m So vrfien it coines to dof^ the real question is: Is it gon^i to be tot just a few hours, or will it stick for a lifetime? li' I America's Labor Each page of art and copy is exciting. Nowhere else has labor history been presented with such excitement but i^o with understanding and bal­ ance. In New Book Labor A Social Force "This is not a labor history in the sense of all the other l^r histories," Schnapper said. This is an effort to show the relationship of the labor movement and workers to what is going on in this country, not a history of labor isolated." The following is a review of the newly-published American Labor, A Pictorial Social History by M. B. Schnapper. Press Associates, Inc., a labor news wire service, distributed the review and it is re­ printed here as a matter of interest to Seafarers and all trade unionists. Schnapper carries a whole page of acknowledge­ ments but the book is dedicated to Henry C. Fleisher, one-time publications director of the AFI>CIO and Washington-based labor publicist. Since the 1930's M. B. Schnapper, now presi­ The author said that he constantly relied on dent of the Public Affairs Press in Washington, Fleisher's "devotion to and knowledge about the has been a labor history buff. American labor movement and it was his guidance About 1945 he started collecting historical labor which made the book a possibility." pictures as a hobby. Ten years ago this hobby was In an introduction to the book. Senator Harritransformed to a goal; Just as a writer will dream scMi A. Williams, Chairman of the Senate Commit­ of writing the Great Americani Novel, Schnapper's tee on Labor and Public Welfare, writes: dream was publishing the definitive pictorial histor of labor. "This timely book reminds us of a much ne­ glected aspect of American history—the role cff Over the last ten years he has collected some working people who for 200 years have toiled 35,000 pieces of labor history art from every source anonymously in factories and fields, who have imaginable and examined hundreds of thousands furnished the skills and strength that created a more. thriving nation out of an untamed wilderness and On Labor pay, this dream became a reality of who have been the backbone of our democratic so­ vast significance to historians and to organized ciety." labor itself, with the release of Schnapper's Ameri­ Schnapper roamed across the country seeking can Labor, A Pictorial Social History. lost art and, at times, was rewarded. One of his If a picture is worth a thousand words then the greatest treasures was right in Washington in a Schnapper book is worth close to a million—it cellar at Catholic University where he found the carries 1,250 jpieces of art. The 575 pages of labor voluminous records of the Knights of Labor. graphics, many preciously rare, provide the same breath-taking dimensions as a million words but "I don't believe that Clarence Powderly (Knights' Grand Master) ever three a single piece of paper none of the discouragement to a reader. September 1972 away," sadi Schnapper, "and most of the papers he kept were there." ^ A 1768 appeal for community support of of work relief for the needy. ^ A copy of a 1790 agreement, the first known, protecting seamen and mariners from unfair treatment. • ^ A "help wanted" ad run by President Washington for servants. ^ Pictures depicting labor political campai^s in the 1820's. ^ The offer of a $10 reward for the return of a runaway apprentice who later became President Andrew Johnson ^ Rare, haunting photographs of children working in xmsafe mines and canneries. The listing of unique documents and pictures is, of course, endless. Through them it is possible to see far deeper meaning in many of its pages. If there are those today, for example, who want to understand more dearly organized labor's deep aversion to invasions of privacy in current Ameri­ can society they need only look at a candid photo­ graph of AFL President Samuel Gompers taken by a company detective assigned to follow him, or to surveillance reports about the private lives of workers made by company undercover men in the 1920's. Not often does a book in the labor field come to li^t that so beautifully and thrilling)y reveals the soul of the American labor nlovement and the essential contributions of unions and American workers, generally, in the making of America. Here it is—all in one book. American Labor, A Pictoral Social History, by M. B. Schnapper. Public Affairs Press, 419 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20003. 575 pp., $15.(X) regular bind. Page 31 �SEAFARERS^LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKEs'AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO ^ Both sets of examinations aie given throoghout the^nl^ for the five SIU CoUege Schoiarsiiips to be awarded in Miiv< ^ varions dates. v » Tim schoiarsiii|»s,amoimtingto$10,000 overfbitf years K„ u/. ^ ^ be used at any accredited eoliege or nniversity.i any SIU hall or by Fiioihiinv 1. 41. f writing to SIU Scholarships, Administratoiv 275 20tfa St, Ei^idlity rules make the contest open to: r Brooklyn, I^Y, 11215. Deadline for the r^ of :4mlic»! VSealMeis who have thw years sealime aboard SIU^ % . J :Contracted shii^ ^ A total t>f ^ Seafarers and 72 dependents of Seaforers >4 , ^ • Dependents of Seafarers who. meet the seathne re>« the programs 19 years. TThe ^ quirement winners of this year's scholamhips wiU be free to pnrsiie any • Dependents of deceari^ Seafarers who had sufficient "F^e coHeg^ of their choice, seatime before death. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1972 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SL-7S MAKING NEWS PAGES NAVY'S CNO SEEKS 'VIABLE' CIVILIAN FLEET AFL-CIO EXECUTIVE COUNCIL TACKLES VARIETY OF NATIONAL PROBLEMS GAS GROUP FAVORS LNG LEGISLATION WAGE INSURANCE BENEFITS AWAIT LISTED SEAFARERS NEGLECT OF MARITIME AFFECTS ALL AMERICAN WORKERS: BLACK UNION OFFICIAL URGES SUPPORT OF LETTUCE, FARAH BOYCOTTS LNG ERA COMING CONGRESSMEN URGE LEGISLATION TO CURB CRISIS FOREIGN FLAG SHIPS: THREATENING AMERICA'S FUTURE KNOWING THE OPPOSITION SIU SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM NLRB FILES COMPLAINT AGAINST FARAH CLOTHES INCH, METER? QUART, LITER? TIME TO LEARN DIFFERENCE? BUSINESS PROFITS REACH ALL-TIME HIGH IN QUARTER GLASS BOTTLE BLOWERS, OTHER CRAFTS HONORED IN BICENTENNIAL S.S. NEWARK ON COAST RUN NEW DUES PAYMENT SERVICE BEGUN BY SIU MEMBERS THE NOONDAY ON A MERCY MISSION USPHS ANNOUNCES SIGNING OF CONTRACTS FOR HEALTH CARE A LOOK AT RUSSIA'S MARITIME PROGRAMS ACHIEVING ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL GOALS PEACEABLY THROUGH INTEGRATION OF FOUR FLEETS SIU VACATION CENTER SIU UPGRADERS HIT THE BOOK SAT HLS UPGRADING CLASS SCHEDULE AT LUNDEBERG SCHOOL ISTHMIAN'S STEEL MAKER IS KEEPING CARGO MOVING FIRST AID KNOWLEDGE CAN MEAN DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LIFE AND DEATH WATERMAN'S ROBERT E. LEE IN BAYONNE, N.J. REGULAR OR DELUXE? ADVICE ON APPLIANCES AMERICA'S LABOR HISTORY PORTRAYED IN NEW BOOK Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1972 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXIV, No. 9 1972 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/0a00f5b5a5b53c3ed898136a79fba09b.PDF f73303a426405accca19b7b21af2e0e7 PDF Text Text �In Nationwide Message: Nixon Sees Pipeline, Superporfs Easing Energy Bite I i i i: •! 1 4 lu a special radio message to the nation on Sept. 9, President Nixon urged immediate Congressional action on sev­ eral bills he termed "of the highest urgency", designed to ease America's energy crisis. The wide-ranging 12-minute state­ ment was delivered after a two-hour Wliite House meeting, attended by John A. Love, presently director of the Administration's Energy Policy Office, and 14 other senior Administration officials. Among the items of legislation cited, it is of particular importance to Sea­ farers that the President put especially strong emphasis on immeffiate construc­ tion of the trans-Alaska pipeline, and authorization to build offshore, deepwater tanker ports. The implementation of these two projects would be significant steps for­ ward in the future development of our own oU resources, while at the same time reducing our dependency on for­ eign oil imports. The President also reluctantly urged cities and states to relax environmental pollution rules this winter to avert what he said could be "a very serious" short­ age of heating oil. The President pointed out that development of our own oil resources and construction of the trans-Alaska pipeline and deepwater superports would eliminate sinffiar emergency situ­ ations in years to come. He also stated "the United States must be in a position so that no nation in the world has us in the position where they can cut off our oil supply." The SIU has long held this conviction. nCrUliTI Paul Hall / ' He also predicted that the U.S. could be almost totally self-sufficient in three to five years, but even then some im­ ports would still be necessary. • Development foi wSSRiJSr^i'e '?)f the Navy's oil reserves (one billion barrels) at the Elk Hill Naval Reserve in California. Among other measures urged by President Nixon to ease the energy crisis are: • The accelerated effort in the con­ struction of nuclear power plants and the use of nuclear energy. - • Renewed efforts in research on ecologically clean techniques for use of coal. • Removal of government control on the price of natural gas at the point of production. • Regulation of strip mining. AcceptConstitution Committee Report The report submitted by the mem­ bership-elected SIU Constitutional Committee dealing with the proposed increase in dues and initiation fees was unanimously approved by the member­ ship at the regular Sept. 4 membership meeting at headquarters. SIU Representative Red Campbell read the text of the Committee's report and, in a voice vote, the headquarters' membership unanimously accepted and concurred with the report. As the LOG went to press, the report had also been accepted in the Ports of Philadelphia and Baltimore, and other SIU constitu­ tional ports were stUl in the process of voting on the report. The Committee's report noted "that the expenses of operating and admin­ istering the Union, in order to adequately and better serve our mem­ bership, have significantly increased over the past years." It was therefore recommended that, effective Jan. 1, 1974, the calendar quarterly dues for all SIU members be increased to $50 and that the initiation fee for all new full book members be raised to $600. The Constitutional Committee's find­ ings concurred with a resolution ptdviously submitted by the Quarterly Financial Committee, which was ap­ proved by the membership in all SIU Ports at the regular August member­ ship meetings. That original resolution called for the election of a Constitutional Com­ mittee to study and report on the best way to implement a referendum vote on the proposed increases. A six man Committee (two full book men from each department) was therefore elected at a special headquarters membership meeting on Aug. 28. The members who served on the duly-elected Constitutional Committee were: Eddie Anderson and Walter Gustavson of the deck department; Jesus Ayala and Marius Del Prado of the engine department; and Warren Cassidy and Jim Colder of the steward department. Before submitting their report, the Constitutional Committee consulted with the Union's General Counsel re­ garding legal aspects of the proposed constitutional amendment, and with the. Secretary-Treasurer regarding statisti­ cal matters. In addition, they also met with other SIU officers and members. The Constitutional Committee rec­ ommended that the dues increase and the initation fee increase be considered as separate propositions on the ballots. The report also calls for a thirtyday period of balloting by mail refer­ endum from Oct. 2 through Oct. 31. No ballot received after Noon on Nov. 6 will be counted. The secret ballots will be counted by a duly-authorized Tallying Committee of six full book members, who will be elected at a special headquarters membership meet­ ing on Nov. 1. Only full book members in good standing are eligible to vote on the measures, as prescribed by the SIU Constitution. Seafarers may obtain their ballots by presenting their union books at any SIU Union Hall, or, they can request absentee ballots under cer­ tain circumstances. (See the full text of the Constitutional Committee's re­ port on pages 10 and 11 ). In addition to appearing in this issue of the LOG, copies of the full text of the Constitutional Committee's report have been mailed to all dnes-paying SIU members at their last known home ad­ dresses, been posted prominently at all Union halls, and been sent to all SIUcontracted ships at sea in care of the Ship's Chairman—in order to familiar­ ize the membership with the details of the Committee's report and the balloting procedures to be followed. Alaska Pipeline-Final Approval When Congress resumes its sessions this month, one of the first orders of bus­ iness should be the final wrap-up of leg­ islation, already passed by both houses, to enable construction of the transAlaska pipeline. The need for the flow of oil from Alaska's North Slope be­ comes more urgent every day. All that remains to be done before the measure goes to the White House for final approval is the ironing out of minor differences in the separate versions of the bill. A Congressional conference committee will deal with that task. Winning this legislation has been a tough, slow job. It has taken just about five years, due to the opposition of en­ vironmental groups. The measure now under final consideration, however, pro­ vides the proper safeguards to the ecol­ ogy—safeguards which are designed to protect the environment and thus pre­ vent further construction delays. The SIU has been deeply concerned with the legislation and is strongly in support of the measure now awaiting final action. Tl^ only regret is that this enabling legislation wasn't passed years ago so that the nation could now be drawing on the additional supplies of oil that are so badly needed in this coun­ try. This does not mean that this nation's energy crisis will be over the day the trans-Alaska pipeline goes into opera­ tion. We are going to need more and more petroleum and petroleum products in the future. The energy crisis will continue as a number one concern. The pipeline, which will tap the vast resources of the North Slope, will help to relieve these problems. But imports will continue to increase. Another problem we as Seafarers face and which confronts the entire nation is the need for port facilities that will ac­ commodate the large tank ships that are being built to bring oil into this country. As matters stand right now, there are no East or Gulf Coast ports that can handle a tanker larger than 80,000 dead­ weight tons. And we should bear in mind that the size of American ports is not going to deter the construction of supertankers. These vessels are already being built and they will need the proper kinds of ports where they can discharge cargo. Congress is aware that this problem exists and has been holding hearings into the matter. The SIU has testified that we need the deepwater terminals to accommodate the large vessels that will be utilized to carry oil imports. But we also emphasize that we must also de­ velop a U.S.-flag tanker capability so that we are not dependent on the for­ eign-flag ships for transportation. As a union of seafaring men con­ cerned with job opportunities and secur­ ity for our people, we must keep abreast of the rapidly changing technology in world maritime. At the same time we vrill maintain our fight to assure that American-flag ships will play a part in our nation's ocean transportation re­ quirements. This is an important part of the battle to protect the welfare of Seafarers and their families. Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers international Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO,675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N. Y. Vol. XXXV, No. 9. September 1973. Page 2 Seafarers Log .-i �^^ecerti/fcadoi^p^o^ bosuns Grac/c/a/es nn-o1,?«-'dtd,n30yearafnthe S--'» STdding Program. •'f••A^'SeSitrSr ^Mionty Up. "a^" "o.unTa^S ^'• "nanimousiy byX ^ T^°ay Passed p™.ed o„4e leading to bej, a union study ieensed and unlicen,ST'' « this period ofautomn f ®^"^embers ^ng technology. and changday aouS ^'ahej Uieir 60Hatry Lundeberg Schml ^>'P at Pinaj, of SeamanGorman and Walter'James ,f '"o port faan Latapie of the oort ieans; Denis ManniJ^ . SeatUe and Malcolm I port of San Francisco. ^ecer- "ow r th4 we wa. Vr"!" ='« aSd ••Kolut/of TOs sHr'^'^''''' ™=««n« a of New Yoricr tiScation program ttat the Sm launchTim^° '"posted for cooperation and CI^R ^tween the licensed V^^^^fonship personnel aboard ship "'^'censed ""d Or- «s aboard ship," he added "" """• dcation Pnam "" Recerti aged others to "iicna. attend. ™oour— „^*l" l^runT"?a^^^^ tri-ctfeh--'"Se ' at headquaneTforVecS^^ eveiyone die union and"its^ 5^ ^Submitted at ^ Durinv thic P''ogram so •nXfe coumes ^Selb'"'™nlum stitution, the cnntw ^ fo® SIU conto^, and political action ,^d its effect on the mar,>? ^^P^^^tion 4f,/pTj ^ ''te.teh AVlOt^U, ont^Kt'S'l rtr^^""*' "^^ona presdon Committ e ^ ®«"as Sele^ ®%, M in thl^ fogln ?iTpha1e? . ^tnuers of the f--ived ^ay course at headm? F 30are Piney ^^re, George Vukmir YF' ^oorge and John Wolfe of tS ^ J^ambach ®^«t; Blake HaynL t^Part•Jnez, Davirf c. ' Gharles Rodri »Valier of the en^"e'd ""vin Honimeriei^rfTdnment, and «dof the steward depiSS"'™™Th« u — "'apartment. 'uG- hrhcit.*^ _ -Pf dders were inplanded aem JheTrn'^^'^P ""o a" credentials. ''®>' received thek ^oods Sked mem"^®^'"^' ^osun P^^anity to tel?eve^^^^°r the op? foamed more here fht "J limi, ^^^adquarters) m femfter J973 fl// aU contracted chd'ghly mechanized vL""a aommg off the ways fS are Graduating °^^ydandle jobs on aff ="'0 to as the SL.7S FJ such i^S' ®°''-oWoH 'dadars, 'l'^^containership-b^e''dddala and Bosuns graduat/f^ carriers. ^rtiction on nL Ss fo' types of lines and^iL ^amts, new dnd freightship jumb^Sf«ad„res fdodon with the »«d f« and nnlicl^ P"«at amnerous ~ m "" P* of Ito power's Sensed a^2&^y«^'^«offl=eat®Jt^L dnann^'attenn® one-JJ^* rr ^a.»int^^. Welf"°'™ '"^ains" Jdese vessels^ '"^s ; Po"anen. j. Lata^Je; TGorm^n!' ®^®°fotives at membem at the tifc aa™ce SIU Staten Island, N. y. hospital on rers / t........ "daerve Srjsr'A2s.i,ipayoffs and help ^h ^ 'or tKS^fi^^^dnd that tbi, the who complete the """"•ally submitted. James Gorman ^I^tapie Walter Nash G-774 t-271 N-86 dnauns ^n additional beneflte r«rt|ie Bosuns Recertifi? t of ^^""'J^'PPing Program <^rtified bosuns and thev ^ to increased vacation h entitled ®"Jt of their nS° as a regram. P^«'Cipation in the pr^ 'a?"SSS Paorp 9 �li SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters Inland Boatmen's Union United Industrial Workers PRESIDENT Paul HaU SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Frank Drozak Paul Drozak HEADQUARTERS 675 4 Ave., Bklyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 ALPENA, Mich 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Mass. 215 Essex St 02111 (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.Y.... .290 Franklin St. 14202 SIU (716) TL 3-9259 IBU (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO. DL. .9383 S. Ewing Ave. 60617 SIU (312) SA 1-0733 Seafarer Turpin is removed from the Canberra by a team from the USPHS hospital on Staten Island, IBU (312) ES 5-9570 CLEVELAND, Ohio. .1420 W. 25 St 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 Using Make-Shift Heart Machine: DETROIT, Mich. 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. 48218 (313) VI3-4741 DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3 St 55806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box 287 A group of scientists and students re­ N. v., organized a group of the passen­ minators from a pocket calculator. 415 Main St 49635 turning home from a research voyage ger-scientists to try and help the strick­ Taking turns for the next two days, (616) EL 7-2441 en Seafarer. aboard a British ship following July's several of the passengers unselfishly HOUSTON, Tex 5804 Canal St 77011 solar eclipse, combined their technical Bloch learned from one of the sur­ stood by Brother Turpin's bedside (713) WA 8-3207 skills and knowledge of electronics to geons that an electrocardiogram—a de­ constantly keeping an eye on his prog­ JACKSONVILLE, Fla..2608 Pearl St. 32233 (904) EL 3-0987 help save the life of a critically ill Sea­ vice for measuring heart performance ress. JERSEY CFTY, NJ. farer. —was aboard. The Canberra docked in New York 99 Montgomery St. 07302 Thursday evening July 5, Brother An oscilloscope was rigged to enable on Sunday afternoon, July 8, where a (201) HE 5-9424 William Turpin, sailing as a fireman, prolonged monitoring of heart func­ USPHS ambulance picked up Seafarer MOBILE, Ala.. I.. .i S. Lawrence St. 36602 was stricken by a series of heart attacks tions. It was first tested on a student Turpin and rushed him to the maritime (205) HE 2-1754 while on duty aboard the Overseas and then put into operation on Seafarer hospital on Staten Island. NEW ORLEANS, La. Progress (Maritime Overseas), 5 to 6 Turpin. After a day of intensive care at the 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 days out of port in the mid-Atlantic. Also needed in this case was a defri(504) 529-7546 PHS hospital, Turpin was reported in Brother Turpin was rushed to the brillator—an instrument designed to NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St 23510 satisfactory condition and rapidly im­ (004) 622-1892 ship's hospital, but his condition administer an electric shock restoring a proving. PADUCAH, Ky 225 S. 7 St 42001 seemed so serious it was feared by his ihythmic pulse when a failing heart Lop^g back on his ordeal days (502) 443-2493 flutters instead of beating normally— fellow crewmembers diat-he might die later, Brother Tuipin said he was "glad PmLADELPHIA, fa.. .2604 S. 4 St 19148 but no such device was aboard. before reaching port to be alive." (215) DE 6-3818 > The volunteer group set to binlding A radio was ipmpdiately sent He expressed bis gratitude to his. '^'^^rORT ARTHUR, .. .534 9 Ave. 77648 ^rer the dh^'s emergencyjEfOfmency ex.ahipmaites aboard^ Prog^ • <788) 98346791 phiinmg iik/t drcumttan^^ caH la jiiiH! 11 ivisii^ the deftibriiator, tiie rriTi'litotc wondefftdnpeoi^wiio used '4MNT«ANC18CO',4Mir.' . was intercqited by die Bttgiyit {Mssen- ^pedlB .ufifeed capacitJUcus from the to help him so.lu^ on the i3U Ml II I St 94103 (415)626-6793 ger ship Canberra, carryiag l,»00 sci­ ship's, antenna systems to produce an CMb^i^a, and to the staff of USPHS SANTVRCE, PJL.1313 Fernandez, Jancos, electric shock—^plates from a television entists and eclipse watchers, 150 miles hospital. Stop 20 00908 camera tripod to conduct electricity— away. "Everyone was wonderful," he con­ (809) 724-0267 Realizing that the high speed and screwdrivers, diodes and power detercluded. SEATTLE, Wash 2505 1 Ave. 98121 superior hospital facilities of the (206) MA 3-4334 Canberra could assist in this emergency ST. LOUIS, Mo.. .4577 Gravois Ave. 63116 her Master, Captain Eric Snowden ra­ (314) 752-6500 dioed the Overseas Progress and ar­ TAMPA, Fia 312 Harrison St. 33602 ranged a mid-ocean rendezvous. (813) 229-2788 The Canberra, enroute from the East TOLEDO, Ohio 935 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3691 Coast of Africa to New York, altered WILMINGTON, CaHf. her course slightly north and steaming 510 N. Broad St 90744 at 27 knots intercepted the SlU-con(213) 549-4000 tracted freightship early the next morn­ YOK<»AMA, Japan P.O. Box 429 ing. Yolrnhaaia Port WJO. Wrapped in blankets and secured in 5-6 Nihoa Ohdori a stretcher, the 63-year old Seafarer Naka-Kn 231-91 2014971 Ext 281 was transferred between ships by launch. Once on board the English passenger ship. Seafarer Turpin was taken to the ship's medical center and examined by the Canberra's chief surgeon. Dr. An­ thony Kneath. His illness was diagnosed as a seri­ ous myocardial infarction caused by a congested blood supply. Brother Tur­ pin Ayas in severe pain a^ his condition I Scientists Save Stricken Seafarer's Life r- ecurity aNgih^^ at Natural Sciences Institute in Albany, Page 4 - agaia, oil his progress. Seafarers Log •' i'-' �New SlU'Manned Vessels Set Sail: i •3 A 5 » i1 Ultramar, Sugar Islander I Off on Maiden Voyages The largest freightship ever built on the West Coast, the 80,500 ton, SIUcontracted oil, ore bulk carrier Ultra­ mar (Westchester Marine) is now sail­ ing around the globe on her maiden voyage. The 892-foot ship, built by the Na­ tional Steel and Shipbuilding Co. of San Diego, was delivered to her owners on Aug. 1. She was constructed under the Mer­ chant Marine Act of 1970. Meanwhile, more jobs were provided Seafarers late last month when another new SlU-crewed, Seattle-buUt 28,000 ton freightship, the Sugar Islander (Pyr­ amid) dropp^ anchor Aug. 26 in Port­ land, Ore. before sailing f(V Hawaii on the grain-sugar run. On the same date, the giant Ultramar sailed from Vancouver, Canada, where she took on coal for bunkering in the SIU port of Yokohama, Japan. She left San Diego Aug. 8. The $30-million bulk carrier later headed for the Persian Gulf to take on crude oil for Europe. She will anchor off Libya for more crude oil for Quebec, Canada. Finally, she will sail for the SIU port of Norfolk for another load of coal for Japan. The 16.5 knot vessel is of the maxi­ mum size capable of transiting the Pan­ ama Canal. Economic studies by the U.S. Mari­ time Administration pinpoint bulk car­ riers as the type of vessel which can recapture U.S. bulk trade now carried in. foreign bottoms. The ship's cargo flexibility allows for efficient use of the vessel at the lowest possible transportation cost. The U/rrumur successfully completed her sea trials in July. She achieved an average speed of 17.6 knots, considered exceptional for a ship so big when fully loaded. She also performed well on her en­ durance runs off Mexico. Aboard the SlU-contracted Sugar Islander on her maiden voyage, all crew quarters have private baths or share toilet and shower with one other room. Each private room has its own lavatory and desk plus wall-to-wall carpeting and upholstered chairs. One of the crew, William King, says, "This ship is so big and conditions so right that I might stake out a home­ stead." Cook John W. Nuss never had it so good in a ship's galley. It's aU electric, stainless steel and iile. No one has to peel spuds. It's done by an automatic peeler. Seafarers on board the air condi­ tioned ship have a lounge, laundry room, handicraft hobby room, library and an exercise compartment. Other crewmembers are Bosun Wil­ liam Parker, ABs Percy Kennedy, Ray­ mond Reid, Chadboume Gait, Ray Tood and Frank Russo, QMEDs Ralph Amat and Byron Ginter, Wiper Donald Crawford, Steward Ray Cassanova and Utilitymen Nathan Benenate and Charles Cassard. The 641-foot, 38,000 ton Sugar Is­ lander is carrying rawsugar for the Cali­ fornia & Hawaiian Sugar Co. of San Francisco from Honolulu to New Or­ leans at 15-16 knots. C & H refinery workers are affiliated with the SIU's Sugar Workers Union No. 1. The vessel can also carry many other cargoes in her six holds which pack 1.2 million cubic feet. She was built by the Lockheed Ship­ building & Construction Co. and under­ went her sea trials in late July and early August. She was launched Aug. 26, 1972. Aboard the Tanker Tallulah I I Vice President's Report I S I by Frank NEW CONSTRUCTION On the Great Lakes new vessels are being laimched and built such as the Roger M. Kyes (American Steamship Co.) which hit the waters on July 28. Her sister-ship, the Charles E. Wilson, was christened Aug. 30 and a third vessel, the H. Lee White, will be completed in June 1974. Kinsman Marine Transit Co. crewed the new, diesel powered, self-unloader, the MV William R. Roesch, on June 22 and the company is building three additional vessels. New deep sea vessels include the Robert E. Lee (Waterman) which will be delivered on Sept. 29 while the company's Stonewall Jackson and Sam Hous­ ton are tentatively scheduled for delivery in the spring of 1974. These three ships are LASH-type vessels. Meanwhile, Falcon Carriers, Inc. reports that construction on four 35,000ton diesel engine tankers will begin in October and they are expected to be delivered by late 1975. Ecological Shipping Corp. is in the process of building one i20,(X)0-ton tanker while Cities Service Tankers are applying for construction subsidy for one 265,000-ton ship. Maritime Overseas Corp. is building four new vessels and Interstate Oil Transport plans to build three 265,000-ton vessels. Sea-Land Service, Inc. expects to crew the Sea-Land Finance on Sept. 15; the Sea-Land Market on Sept. 30 and the Sea-Land Resource sometime in December. Seatrain Lines, Inc. christened the TT Brooklyn on June 30 and her second vessel, the Williamsburg, should be launched in March of 1974. NEW COMPANIES AND NEW VESSELS On Aug. 8 we signed contracts with Westchester Marine Shipping, owner of the Ultramar. Pyramid Sugar Transport, Inc. signed contracts with us on Aug. 24. The company owns the Sugar Islander. BOSUNS RECERTIFICATION PROGRAM We are happy to report that one of the most memorable milestones in the history of our union occurred last month with the graduation of the first six bosuns from the SIU Bosuns Recertification Program. I can say without hesi­ tating that your union and its officials know that we can aU take great pride in the accomplishment of these six bosuns. This month another six bosuns success­ fully completed the Program and received their recertification credentials at the September membership meeting at headquarters. Clearly, our Bosuns Recertification Program is now moving ahead at full speed with the third class studying here at headquarters and the fourth class training at Piney Point, Md. The Program is obviously making a tremendous contribution to our union while at the same time assisting in benefiting the individual sailing careers of our bosuns. "A" SENIORITY UPGRADING Our "A" Seniority Upgrading Program, operated at the SIU's. Lundeberg Upgrading Center at Piney Point, Md., continues at full speed ahead as one of your union's most important upgrading programs. These programs continue to turn out better qualified full book members in this union to assist us in our obligation to man the vessels we have under contract. UPGRADING PROGRAMS Our entire roster of upgrading opportunities and programs for all three shipboard departments is progressing well at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. These programs, available to every eligible Seafarer, can make every professional Seafarer's career a better one by providing the opportunity to reach out for better paying jobs aboard our ships. Seafarers attending the Bosuns Recertlfication Program go aboard the SIUmanned USNS Tallulah as the tanker arrives at the Steuart Petroleum Co. dock in Piney Point, Md. From left are Piney Point port agent Gerry Brown; P. G. Winfield, the Tallulali's bosun; Joe Pavlovich who graduated from the Lundeberg School in August and was making his first trip as ordinary seaman, and Sven Stockmarr who was attending the Bosuns Recertification Program. September 1973 T-S NAVY TANKERS Finally, I want to tell you that five T-5 Navy tankers now manned by the SIU for the Military Sealift Command, have been placed on organizational status by the union. The performance records of the vessels, the American Explorer, the Maumee, the Shenandoah, the Shoshone and the Yukon, continue to be closely observed by the Military Sealift Command, the U.S. Navy and other federal agencies. Therefore, it continues to be necessary for us to maintain these ves­ sels on strict organizational status which requires direct crewing of the vessels with the assistance of headquarters. As you know, the 13 original tankers, belonging to the U.S. Navy, oper­ ated by the Military Sealift Command, and manned by the SIU, have provided us with in excess of 500 jobs. As you can readily see, the continued satisfac­ tory operation of these vessels is of primary concern to the SIU and your union officials will continue to make every effort to secure the job opportuni­ ties these vessels are now providing. Pages n �(r; The third of the revolutionary LASH/container vessels built for the SlU-contracted Delta Lines was launched last month in New Orleans, La. Christened the Delta Sud, the 893foot vessel joins her two identical sister-ships, the Delta Mar and the Delta Norte which were launchearlier this year. Among the speakers at the launch­ ing were SlU Vice President Frank Drozak. Calling the christening a "milestone occasion" he said, "I know that I speak for all members of our union when I say that we are proud to be a part of the great step forward that the launching of the Delta Sud represents." Like her sister-ships, the Delta-Sud will travd between the Gulf of Meuco and the oast coast of South America via Caribbean ports. The Delta Mar has already taken on her SIU crew and is delivering her first cargo. II i i ii lit i- ' • Built at Avondale Shipyard's main Division in New Orleans, La., the Delta Sud was side launched into the Missis­ sippi River. The sleek, modem ship has a molded breadth of 100 feet and a de­ sign draft of 28 feet. At that draft she can carry approximately 15,000 tons of cargo. She has a propulsion capa­ bility of 32,000 horsepower. The Delta Sud and her sister-ships are the first vessels contracted for under the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, which subsidized the construc­ tion of 300 ships over a 10-year period. Besides SIU Vice President Drozak, the others present at the launching in­ cluded Edwin Hartzman, president of Avondale Shipyards, Inc., Captain J. W. Clark, president of Delta Lines, and the Brazilian ambassador,. His Excellency Joao Augusto de Araujo Castro, who was the keynote speaker. The ambassador's daughter, Senholita Silvia Saint-Brisson de Araujo Castro, christened the vessel. .i; The ultra-modern Delta Sud hits the waters of the Mississippi for the first time as she is launched from Avondale Shipyards, Inc., Main Yard Division in New Orleans, La. The Delta Sud and her sister-ships are capable of carrying up to 74 barges, each loaded with 370 tons of cargo plus 288 standard 20-foot con­ tainers or up to 1,740 containers by proportionately reducing the number of barges carried. The floating barges are hoisted aboard, or lowered into the water, over the vessel's stem by the ship's 500-ton shipboard crane. The Delta Sud and her sister-ships are also equipped with 30-ton capacity cranes for handling containers. SIU High School Program Available to Seafarers Sixteen Seafarers have achieved high school diplomas through the SIU-IBU academic upgrading program at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point—a 100 percent passing record. The program is open to all SIU and IBU members—^regardless of age— who have die desire to achieve dieir high school diplomas. Of the 16 mem­ bers who have achieved diplomas so far, the youngest was 18 and the old­ est 42. The study period ranges from 6-8 weeks, and classes are small permittiag teachers to give individualized instruc­ tion. Specialists in reading and study skills are available to help students leam more easily. I 1 am inter^ted in mv I on the Lundeberg High School Program. 1 Name Any member of the SIU or IBU who is interested in taking advantage of this opportunity should filj out the coupon below and mail it to the Harry Lunde­ berg School at the address printed on the coupon. Following are the requirements for eligibility for the Lundeberg High School Program: Merchant Marine Act Provides New Great Lakes Ore Carrier The SlU-manned Great Lakes vessel William R. Roesch (Kinsman Marine) recently made her maiden voyage on L^e Superior. She is the first Lakes vessel built imder provisions of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970—^legis­ lation vigorously fought for by the SIU. The 630-foot self-unloader is a imiquely well designed vessel. She is the first Lakes vessel with a wheelhouse mounted aft. The Roesch also features a "crow's nest" at her bow used for a lookout. First of five new carriers being con­ structed by American Shipbuilding v/ith subsidy aid provided through the 1970 Merchant Marine Act, the Roesch will I ^ r-; , .-v r.-'yrS i-., -V- - 1. One year's seatime or time aboard a towboat 2. Initiation fees most be paid in foD. '' " 3. All outstandii^ monetary obliga­ tions such as dues and loans most be paid in fnO. .m/r I r would like and - V 'i ^ . •:?V ! -'W I transport taconite ore from the Lakes to the Cleveland works of Jones & Laughlin Steel Co. on the Qiyalrogafj,-^ River. She has a capacity of 19,50# tons and her self-unloading equipment can handle 5,000 tons per hour. The maiden voyage of the Roesch also marked another first in Great Lakes shipping. She was the first Americanflag lake freighter to make her maiden voyage on Lake Superior since 1960. Implementation of the Merchant Ma­ rine Act of 1970 is a milestone achieve­ ment for American-flag shipping on the Lakes. The vessels to follow the Roesch off the ways will be another step towards a revitaUzation of our Great Lakes fleet. Ml,MM III lim 111*1 MM,,, ^ ....V",:".-- r ' • • V Y' y;- • Y-'" yt: 1 I Last grade cnmpfefftrt 1 Complete this form, and mail to: I f. Page 6 Mi^aiWNalen Director of Academic Educatioh Hatty Lundeberg School The William R. Roesch makes her maiden voyage to Lake Superior. The 630foot self-unloader features an aft-mounted wheelhouse and a bow-mounted "crow's nest". Seafarers Log �>1$ Congress Resumes Work: Important Legislation Awaits Further Action As Congress goes back into session this month after an August recess, it must decide on several important pieces of legislation that affect SIU members and the U.S. maritime in­ dustry. The SIU is vigorously working to pass legislation dealing with the U.S. Public Health Service hospitals; oil im­ ports, and the trans-Alaska pipeline. The bill that would keep the eight USPHS hospitals open — the Emer­ gency Health Services Bill—was ve­ toed by President Nixon after being passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Just before the August recess, the Senate overrode the President's veto. The House of Representatives must now override the veto. However, past records show that the House generally has not overridden Presidential action on most issues and the battle to secure enough votes to override will be a tough one. However, the SIU, and the entire AFL-CIO will continue to fight to keep the Department of Health, Edu­ cation and Welfare from closing the badly needed hospitals. While the legislative battle on the issue continues, the SIU has also brought the hospital issue before the courts. Before the President vetoed the bill, the SIU was successful in obtain­ ing a preliminary federal court injunc­ tion preventing HEW from closing the hospitals. The court granted a preliminary in­ junction and none of the hospitals can now be closed until there is a full court hearing on the SIU's request for a per­ manent injunction. Through various (oil) cargo prefer­ ence bills which are now in committee, the SIU is fighting for passage of a law requiring that a portion of all oil im­ ported to the U.S. be carried on Amer­ ican-flap ships. At this point there are 165 members of the House of Representatives who have sponsored bills calling for such a requirement. The struggle for such leg­ islation, however, is a rough one be­ cause of the tough opposition pre­ sented by the major oil companies who are aided by foreign shipping interests and their governments. Successful passage of legislation au­ thorizing the building of the transAlaska pipeline is almost complete. Both the Senate and the House of Representatives passed bills which would allow the pipeline to be con­ structed. Only some minor differences in the two pieces of legislation must now be worked out in a conference committee before an immediate start on the pipeline can begin. The bill must then be signed by President Nixon. Construction of the pipeline will mean that American ships will be used to carry Alaskan oil from the ice-free port of Valdez to harbors on the west coast of the continenial U.S. Rep. Addabbo Hails SIU's Piney Point Achievement In a speech delivered at graduation ceremonies at the SIU's Lundeberg Upgrading Center, Congressman Jo­ seph P. Addabbo (D-N.Y.) praised the Piney Point, Md., facility and the SIU for their contributions to the national interest. Representative Addabbo told ' the graduating trainees and upgraders that: "By making a better life for you, the Seafarers Union is making a greater nation for us all." Speaking of the SIU's active par­ ticipation in the legislative processes of government, the New York legislator said: "Through the Union's efforts in working through the Congress, we were able to pass the 1970 maritime law which forced this nation to look at its own shipping. "So in 1970, we said this nation must look to its youth, must look to rebuild­ ing its merchant fleet and so today we have more ships going down the ways sailing under the American flag—which means good jobs and a promising and secure future." Representative Addabbo, a cosponsor of the oil cargo preference bill, pledged his support on the oil bUl, the Alaska pipeline issue, and the emer­ gency health legislation—which deals with the continuance of the U.S. Public Health Service hospital system. "We have the best seamen, we have the best ships, and they must be for you to sail in. This is what we are working for," he told the audience. The Congressman, a member of the September 1973 House of Representative's Subcom­ mittee on Government Procurement and International Trade, said that al­ though there is an energy crisis in oil, gas, and other fuels, this problem can be dealt with through legislation. Departing from the text of his speech. Representative Addabbo told an amus­ ing anecdote about a shoreside laborer who was afraid of nothing, except tak­ ing down a bee's nest. The reason? "Those bees are organized," the laborer replied. Congressman Addabbo drew a les­ son from this little story—a lesson im­ portant to the SIU, to government, and to the U.S. itself: "As long as you're organized, stay organized, work together, we will al­ ways have a strong SIU, a strong mer­ chant fleet, and a strong nation." By B. Rocker During the month of August while Congress was in recess, most mem­ bers had an opportunity to go back to their home states or districts to meet with their constituents. As a part of the democratic process, voters can and should express their views to elected representatives oti matters of concern to them. Problems in The System Political observers say many voters are apathetic, and that they know little about the voting records of their senators and congressmen on bills which have been introduced. They may not even know the names of these public servants. Surveys show that matters of greatest interest to the average voter (refer­ red to by one political scientist as "a plumber's wife in Dayton, Ohio") are things like crime in the streets or cost of living. These issues can be much more personally understood and related to than a military research and development program, for example. What seems to be apathy may be partially caused by the size and complexity of "big government." It is difficult to understand. Congress not only has two houses—the House of Representatives and the Senate (some­ times referred to by its members as "the upper house")—but each body has committees and subcommittees. The House has 21 standing committees; the Senate, 17. In these 38 committees there are more than 250 subcom­ mittees, whose members are appointed from both parties, the Chairman being the senior member of the majority. Because the Senate is a smaller body—ICQ members compared to 435 in the House—each senator must serve on more committees and he and his staff must deal with a greater number of specialties. What Congress acts on is the Federal Budget, prepared by the Adminis­ tration. Government agencies send budget requests to the Office of Manage­ ment and Budget, which sorts, pares and consolidates the requests to meet the needs of the President's programs. A bill may die anywhere along the route from introduction to presiden­ tial veto. In one session of Congress, more than 1,000 bills will be intro­ duced in the House and one-fourth that many in the Senate. For each program, there must be a bill to authorize and one to provide authority to spend money. They are referred to as the authorization and the appropriation. Each house acts separately on its version of the authorization and appropriation; any differences are resolved in a conference committee. When the bill reaches the President, he has ten working days to sign or veto. Congress can override a direct veto with a two-thrids vote of both houses. In practice, an override is seldom successful. Legislative Initiative As government has grown, legislative initiative by the President has grown, and the planning and coordinating function of the Office of Manage­ ment and Budget gives the President an overview almost impossible for Congress to achieve in its present form, with dispersion of authority to committees. In order to regain the legislative initiative Congress feels it has lost, a House/Senate study committee has come up with a reform plan to give authority to a single committee in each house to set and enforce appropria­ tions and to allocate priorities within the whole Federal Budget. After the Recess As the LOG goes to press. Congress is just back in session. Three bills which have been discussed in some detail in previous columns are scheduled for early action. The Trans-Alaska Pipeline bill should shortly be out of the conference committee, and is expected to be signed by by the President. A House vote is expected on whether to override the President's veto on the Emergency Health Services Bill with the Public Health Service Hospital amendment. And several (oil) cargo preference bills are in committee. Seafarers May Man Atomic Powered Ships Seafarers may be manning nuclear powered merchant ships sometime in the near future. Senators Warren G. Magnuson (D-Wash.); Russell B. Long, (D-La.) and U.S. Rep. Frank M. Clark (D-Pa.) have introduced legislation to facilitate construction and ownership of atomic-powered mer­ chant ships. In introducing the bill Senator Mag­ nuson said: "American industry today has the technical skill and capacity to build nuclear ships that can be oper­ ated efficiently, safely and economic­ ally." Seafarers are urged to contribute to SFAD. It is the way to have your voice heard and to keep your union effective in the fight for legislation to protect the security of every Seafarer and his family. Page ^ �DISPATCHERS REPORT • GiiM ft taland Wolan Dblriet Know YIDW Rights li I f' |! DECK DEPARTMENT AUGUST 1-31,1973 Port »' • II V •!f Boston New York Philadelphia .... Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco Seattle Totals TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B All Groups Class A Class B Class C 14 36 15 33 23 59 74 18 54 43 6 12 9 15 5 . 12 1 4 10 25 26 19 35 179 2 58 11 28 11 24 3 15 35 54 9 45 22 317 2 8 5 12 13 10 0 2 6 10 10 7 24 109 Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco Seattle Totals Totals All Depts. ... All Groups Class A Class B - 17 154 21 82 30 41 5 48 110 40 34 120 43 745 5 26 9 30 7 3 0 8 21 39 27 33 19 227 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Tampa Mobile New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco .... Seattle Totals Port 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 7 0 0 0 11 REGISTERED ON BEACH 4 69 8 37 4 21 49 61 16 54 28 1 35 16 19 17 16 0 22 28 44 13 28 1,109 1 28 10 17 10 16 1 5 26 33 12 23 35 217 3 55 • 2 20 8 13 5 16 33 42 13 45 17 272 3 26 2 12 10 16 1 6 18 18 4 12 21 149 7 3 0 130 45 3 16 0 12 26 1 64 16 12 2 16 12 1 7 1 1 35 12 1 47 111 1 28 31 10 13 16 0 86 47 0 28 0 21 20 557 285 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 6 2 7 23 12 0 1 7 10 7 14 17 109 505 0 33 5 18 10 ' 10 1 9 15 19 4 20 9 153 742 0 12 1 6 5 3 0 0 2 5 10 5 13 62 320 0 1 0 2 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 39 2 64 20 41 26 22 5 50 69 27 15 53 22 416 1,718 2 14 7 9 36 11 0 3 12 32 12 24 6 168 680 Upon looking at the above figures, SIU members can see the strong job secur­ ity that is theirs. These figures are concrete proof of the number of jobs available to the membership. During the period of Aug. 1-31,1973, of the 1,101 jobs ship­ ped, 742 were filled by Class "A" Seniority full book members. Therefore, there were 359 permanent jobs available to Class "A" Seniority full book members not taken by them. James William Dolan, Jr. Ted Adair asks that you contact him as soon as possible at Vererans Cab Co., 704 Vance Ave., Memphis, Tenn. 38126. Harold Hess Your brother, Franklin Hess, asks that you contact him immediately at 301-355-5780. Also, Franklin Hess asks that anyone knowing the where­ abouts of Harold Hess call him at the same number and reverse the charges. • i;d-. t Christos Zanucci Please contact A. Wadja at 314 Main St., Lewiston, Idaho. Pages Edward J. Reynolds Abraham Weisberg of the law firm of Standard, Weisberg, Heckerling & Rosow, asks that you contact him at 38 Park Row, New York, N.Y. 10038, telephone RE 2-9855. Albert L. Kennedy E. Evans, at Century Metalcraft Corp., requests that you contact him as soon as possible at 2265 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, Calif. 90064, tele­ phone GR 5-3581. David Gilmore Please contact Mrs. Dora L. Gilmore at Rt. #4, Box 604, Dunn, N. C. 28334. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes spe­ cific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treas­ urer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file mem­ bers, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accord­ ance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Frank Drozak, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275-20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and con­ ditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights prop­ erly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an edi­ torial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplyifig a re­ ceipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months in the Seafarers Log a verbatim copy of its constitution. In addition, copies are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should imme­ diately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against be­ cause of race, creed, color, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including but not limited to furthering the political, social and economic inter­ ests of Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment op­ portunities for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All con­ tributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial re­ prisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of member­ ship in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Sea­ farers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade union concepts and Seafarer seamen. If at any time a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied bis constitu­ tional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at head­ quarters by certiiied mail, return receipt requested. Seafarers Log �y'tTi A Labor Day Promise to the People AFL-CIO Vows to Defend The Rights of Labor AFL-CIO president George Meany in a Labor Day address to the nation warned that without the First Amend­ ment Bill of Rights of . . freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, the right of privacy ... there can be no free trade union movement." He emphasized that "having rights on paper and exercising them in fact are not necessarily the same thing...." "Because workers know what it is like to have their rights trampled on and because they have seen what hap­ pens to workers and their unions in countries which have no freedoms, they are justifiably concerned when these rights are endangered. Recent events have strengthened our resolve to protect these rights," Meany vowed. Meany said that from its earliest days, the American labor movement has been a movement of dissent. Work­ ers dissenting against economic exploi­ tation. Workers dissenting against sweatshops and other substandard working conditions. Workers dissenting against employers' control of their lives, their homes, their schools, their oppor­ tunity to improve their lot and, most especially, that of their children. new weapons were tried—^the weapons of thought control and fear. Workers have been hooked up to so-called "lie detector" machines, monitored by tele­ vision cameras and interrogated about intensely personal matters, about their private lives and their past, present and future actions. He added that workers have repeat­ edly seen their rights as free Americans violated—by public as well as private oflScials. Therefore it is no accident that workers are zealous of preserving the rights and liberties of themselves and all Americans—in preserving de­ mocracy. "Only in a democracy can workers control their individual destiny—eco­ nomic and political. To be free, workers must live in a system where people are more important than wealth. And, in the final analysis, that is just what a democracy is all about," Meany said. The AFL-CIO president pointed out that "we know that workers cannot have freedom and democracy just for themselves. The genius of democracy is that it clothes every citizen with equal rights, giving no person special treat­ ment over another." "The tools of those who would in­ vade an individual's right of privacy are the tools of repression, thoughtcontrol and tyranny. Wiretaps, hidden microphones, closed circuit television monitoring people innocently pursuing their daily lives, lie detectors, tape re­ corders, personnel questionnaires, com­ puter data banks, peepholes, cameras, spy glasses, private detectives—all have been and are being used to intrude upon the privacy of individuals. The claim is that this is 'necessary.' Employers say they spy on workers to catch the ma­ lingerers and the thieves." He continued: '" .ions have never been very popular with the establish­ ment—for dissent is never popular with those who have much and intend to keep it all. By its very nature, dissent is a questioning of authority. And a host of weapons—literally and figuratively —have been used by those in authority either to deny workers their rights or to coerce or subvert them into not exer­ cising their rights." "Not so many years ago it was not imcommon for workers to be spied upon at work and in their homes. Phones have been tapped. Workers have been on the wrong ends of billy clubs, guns, fists, attack dogs and tear gas. Private and public armies have tried to intimidate workers and their imions. "Courts have enjoined workers from exercising their rights, and police have enforced these injunctions with violence and, sometimes, with death. But work­ ers were not deterred," he said. The labor leader went on to say that Meany then noted that Labor Day is the day America ^ts aside to honor the free workers who built this nation and their unions which enable them to bet­ ter share in the fruits of their labors. He said it is a day for looking back on the accomplishments of the labor movement—^free collective bargaining victories such as decent wages and On the Air ... , / yv- On radio's "Labor News Conference" AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department administrator 0. William Moody (second from left) and AFL-CIO Social Secu­ rity director Bert Seidman (second from right) answer questions posed by Newsweek magazine's Tom Joyce (left) and Jerome Brazda (right) of the Washington Report on Medicine and Health. The AFL-CIO public affairs pro­ gram heard on Tuesdays over the Mutual Broadcasting System focused on the U.iS. House of Representatives action on President Nixon's veto of the Emergency Medical Services Bill which had been already approved by Con­ gress and would have insured the future operation of the USPHS hospitals. September. 1973 working conditions to legislative vic­ tories such as Social Security, Medicare -and federat-ftki to-education. "It is a time for looking ahead, to set our sights higher and higher so that all Americans will benefit from eco­ nomic justice and human dignity. "But it is time, too, to remember—to remember that the trade union move­ ment could never have accomplished all that it has for its members and for society, if we did not live in a land of freedom. "So, on this Labor Day, it is proper that we consider how the rights and liberties enjoyed by all Americans af­ fect us as workers and as citizens." He stressed that "freedom and indi­ vidual rights are the basic ingredients of democracy. Freedom of speech, free­ dom of assembly, the right of privacy— these are not just nice conveniences; they are the fundamental elements of a free trade union movement." "Without freedom, there can be no free trade union movement. And since unions are the indispensable instrument for free workers to improve their stand­ ard of living, democracy is clearly the worker's staff of life. "What makes the American labor movement unique in the history of free people is that we exercise our rights, daily, diligently and with determination. "Historically, it was workers exercis­ ing their First Amendment rights of free speech and assembly who formed the first American unions. On the foun­ dation of their individual rights, workers built a collective movement—a move­ ment dedicated to bringing workers a measure of economic freedom that would permit them to enjoy their other freedoms." Strikes are an inconvenience. But the public's right not to be inconvenienced certainly is not paramoimt to the indi­ vidual's right to be free, Meany said. President Eisenhower, Meany said, summed it up this way: "There are worse things than strikes—and one of them is the loss of freedom." He said Ben Franklin wrote it earlier. "Those," he said, "who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither lib­ erty nor safety." "That's why the framers of Uie Con­ stitution drafted the Bill of Rights. The rich and the powerful don't need it but the poor, the weak, the downtrodden do. "Organized labor does not just brood about invasions of individual liberty. We attempt, with all the vigor at our command, to blunt the efforts of any who would pervert freedom, deny lib­ erty, intrude upon privacy, undermine democracy." Meany concluded, "we insist that working men and women—indeed all Americans—be treated in a manner commensurate with their inherent hu­ man dignity. And that can only be achieved in a nation dedicated to lib­ erty, by a government of the people, by the people and for the people." SIU President Paul Hall also deliv­ ered a nationwide radio address on Labor Day. Speaking on oil imports on foreignflag ships and our balance-of-payments deficit, he told his audience that: "A major contributing factor to this deficit is our lack of U.S.-flag tankers. In 1972, the balance-of-payments def­ icit caused by the use of foreign-flag tankers to carry U.S. oil imports amounted to more than $500 million. In 1973 we look for this foreigntanker-caused deficit to exceed $600 million. By 1980, using Department of Interior oil import projections, and given no improvement in our own tanker capability, we look for the foreign-tanker-caused deficit to jump to more than $2.5 billion." He said the only way the balance-ofpayments deficit can be reduced is through the use of our own ships to carry the oil. "The AFL-CIO has called on Con­ gress to correct this situation by requir­ ing that a portion of this vital energy be carried on American-flag, Ameri­ can-built and American-manned ships. Legislation to accomplish this crucial objective is now pending in both houses of Congress—and merits the support of all Americans." The full text of Hall's speech is con­ tained in the special supplement in this issue of the LOG. British Sea Volunteers Save 100,000 Maritime Lives Because they live on an island, the British have relied heavily upon the seas to get material necessities and to establish and maintain communications with the rest of the world. They have also come to know the sea very well— her beauty and her terror. That is probably one reason why, in 1824, the all-volunteer Royal National Lifeboat Institution was organized on the suggestion of Sir William Hillary, a boat fancier on the Isle of Man lo­ cated between the rugged British and Irish coasts. Since that time, R.N.L.I. has saved the lives of about 100,000 men, women, and children—many of whom were professional seafarers. The organiza­ tion's motto is "Eleven lives saved every week for over a century." It is no wonder that the group's vol­ unteers are highly respected in England. Rough estimates show that in 1972 alone, more than 3,000 calls were answered from the 247 lifeboat sta­ tions. Since the organization has resisted government subsidy, its money must come from voluntary contributions. Al­ though about $5 million is collected annually, it is still not enough to cover the high costs of maintaining the sys­ tem. One new lifeboat alone costs $160,000. Manning a lifeboat off the rough seas of England can be hazardous and sev­ eral years ago when a lifeboat from the island of Hoy rolled over in heavy seas, the eight men on board were kill^. But even in the face of this danger there is no lack of volunteers. As one British business executive and yachtsman said about these men, "They do not have to risk their lives. They could stay at home safely in bed. But they don't." He also pointed out that, "They cer­ tainly do not do it for the money. Not for the $3.60 which is the standard allowance per man for the first two hours nor for the 90 cents an hour after that." Page 9 .'1. '5 I �{fr Si! M• S' r 'uu^i^hd Initiation Fees; " 4 ' '' '• :r Report Of Constitutional Committee We, the undersigned Constitutional Committee, were elected at a special meeting at HeadquartersPort of New York on August 28, 1973, in accord­ ance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Union Con­ stitution. We have had referred to us and studied the constitutional amendment resolution submitted by Secretary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio on behalf of Brothers Raymond J. Sadowski, S-176, Melvin W. Bass, B-128, Jose Aguiar, A-67, William C. Reid, R-584, Mikoloi Strawinski, S-1038, Raymond C, Perez, P-5I3, and Walter Gustavson, G-36, all con­ stituting a Quarterly Financial Committee. The amendment resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the membership at Headquarters arid all Ports and was printed in fuU in the Seafarers Log. In discharge of our duties we have consulted with the office of the Union's General Counsel as to legal aspects; with our Secretary-Treasurer as to records and statistical matters and with other officers and members. It is apparent to us and as the records so clearly show, and in concurrence with the resolution of our above Brothers constituting the Quarterly Financial Committee, that the expenses of operating and ad­ ministering the Union, in order to adequately and better serve our membership, have significantly in­ creased over the past years. For these reasons, we report and recommend the following resolutions for membership vote: "ARTICLE Xra, SECTION 3 BALLOTING PROCEDURES Ic) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the Secretary-Treasurer shall he the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indi­ cated in the preceding paragraphs and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number 1. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be maintained by the Secre­ tary-Treasurer, who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Sec­ retary-Treasurer shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envdopes containing the word, "BalloP* on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the dq[H»ritoiy for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the maimer provided by Artide X, Section 1, of this Constitntioii. In the iqipmr left-band comer oi sudi mailing mvdrqie, ffiere shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provirion for the voter's signatnie and on amriber line immediately thereunder, provirion for the printing ci ffie voter's name and book number. In addition, the SecretaryTreasnrer sfaaB also send a suffident amount of mailing envdopes identical with the mailing mivdrqpes mentioned above, exc^t ffiat they shaD be of different color, and shaD contain on the face of sudi envelope in bold lettm, the word, "Chanenge." The Secretary-Treasurer shall further furnish a suffidoit amount of "Roster Sheets" which shaD have printed thereon, at the top thereof, the year of the electimi, and immediately diereunder, five (5) ver^ tical columns designated, date, bfiDot number, signature full book member's name, book num­ ber, and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines inunediately under the captions of each of the above five columns. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a suffident amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hand comer, the name of the port and address, and on the face of such envelope, should be printed the words, "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs." Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received, to insure that the amount sent, as weD as the numbers thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the Secretary-Treasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent Page 10 1. RESOLVED; Effective January JL974, the initiation fee for all new full botrfc members shall be $600.00, whb quarterly payments to­ wards the initiation fee to be $150.00, and that our Constitution's Article V, Section 2, be so amended. That this change be applicable as well to all applicants who have not completed full payment of the present initiation fee by Decem­ ber 31, 1973. 2. RESOLVED: Effective Janimry 1, 1974, the calendar quarterly dues for' all members shall be $50.00. Your Committee further recommends and reports that in connection with the ballot to be used by the membership in the vote on your Committee's recom­ mendations, that there be two separate propositions to be voted YES or NO, the first constituting the above Resolution No. 1 and the other above Resolu­ tion No. 2. If this Constitutibttal Committee's report and rec­ ommendation is concurred in by the membership at the next regular membership meetings in September, 1973, it is recommended that: (a) The ballot on the above two resolution proposi­ tions be held by mail referendum vote over a thirtyday period by secret ballot, and that the voting sh^ commence at all Ports on October 2, 1973 and end on October 31, 1973, between the hours of 9 A.M. and 12 Noon, Monday through Saturday, excepting therefrom legal holidays; and that on November 1, 1973 at 10 A.M. at Headquarters, a special meeting of the membership be held for the purpose of elect­ ing a Tallying Committee consisting of six full book members who, upon their election, shall take posses­ sion of the ballots, tally the same, make its report and notify the Secretary-Treasurer as to the results of the referendum as soon as possible thereafter. No ballot received after Noon on November 6,1973 shall be counted. (b) Your Constitutional Committee notes that the original resolution requires voting to commence no earlier than thirty days after membership approval of this Report. However, we see no need to delay the voting for thirty days; and under Article XXV, Sec­ tion 2 of our Constitution, since we are empowered to propose changes or substitutions or recommenda­ tions regarding the resolution, we recommend that the above voting schedule will give the membership of oiir Union an adequate opportunity to vote and to receive reasonable notice of the vote herein. (c) The Secretary-Treasurer shall designate a bank depository for the ballots. (d) The balloting procedure for the mail referen­ dum shall be as provided in our Constitution's Article XIII, Section 3(c), (d) and (e) which read as follows: The membership-elected Constitutional Committee includes (left to right): Seated—J. Colder, W. Cassidy, and W. Gustavson; Standing—M. Del Prado, J. Ayala, and E. Anderson. SlU members vote to select members of the Constitutional Com­ mittee at special headquarters meeting. shall immediately execute and retum to the Sec­ retary-Treasurer a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers the ballots sent, or shall notify the SecretaryTreasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepandes shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shaU be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treas­ urer shall prepare a file in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be avail­ able to any member asking for inspection of the same at the office of the Secretary-Treasurer and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. "(d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Eacb full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices, from the Port Agent or his duly desig­ nated representative at such port. Each Port Agent shafl designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend "Votfaig Ballots Secured Here." When a full book mem­ ber appears to vote, be shall present his book to tbe Port Agent or his aforementioned duly desig­ nated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on tbe roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to sncb member and his full book number, and the mem­ ber shall dien sign his mune on such roster sheet under die appropriate column. Such member sball bave his book stamped with the word, "Voted" and the date, and shall he given a bal­ lot, and simultaneously the perforation on the ttqi of the ballot sball be removed. At the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked "Ballot" together with the prepaid post­ age mailing envelope addressed to the deposi­ tory. The member shaU take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, maik his bal­ lot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked "Ballot," seal the same, then insert such "Ballot" envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper left-hand comer on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand comer print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be maUed. In the event a full book mem­ ber appears to vote and is not in good standing, or does not have his memhership hook with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided ahove shall apply to him, except that on the Continued on Page 11 Seafarers Log I a /I �The Constitutional Committee is shown working on report which was accepted by the September membership meeting at headquarters. Report Of Constitutional Committee Continued from Page 10 roster sheet under the column "Comments,** no­ tation should he made that the member voted a challenged ballot and the reason for his chal­ lenge. Such member's membership book shall be stamped "Voted Challenge,** and the date, and such member instead of the above-mentioned mailing envelope, shall be g^ven the mailing envelope of a different color maiked on the face thereof with the word, "Challenge.** At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly desig­ nated representative shall enclose in the en­ velope addressed to the depository and marired "Roster Sheets and Bailot Stubs," the roster sheet or sheets executed by the members that day, together with the numbered perforated slips removed from the ballots which had been ^ven to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly des^nated representative, simuhaneoasly with mailii% die roster sheets and baliot stubs to the depository at the eud of each day, shall also make a copy of the roster sheet for tl^t day and mail the same to the Secretaiy-IVeasiirer at Headquart^ The Port Agent shall be respon­ sible for the proper safeguarding of all election material and shaH not release any of it until duly called for and shati insiire tint no one tampers with the material placed in his custody.** NOTE: Section (e) provisimis shall apply with the exertions noted: "(e) Full hook members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circum­ stances: while such member is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel's schedule does not provide for it to be at a port in which a ballot can be secured"...during the period of this mail referendum uofe—Octo­ ber 2 to October 31, 1973 . . . "or is in a September 1973 USPHS Hospital anytime during the first ten days oF* . . . voting, October 2 to and in­ cluding October 11,1973. "The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, il such be the case. Such re­ quest shall contain a designation as to the ad­ dress to which such member wishes his abseutee ballot returned. The request shall be postmaiked no later than"...October 11,1973..., "and must be directed to the Secretary-Treas­ urer at Headquarters. The Secretary-Treasurer shaU determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The SecretaryTreasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, he shall by" ... the 16th of October, 1973 . . . "send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so desig­ nated by such member, a "Ballot," after remov­ ing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envehqw addressed to the deposi­ tory, except that |»ii|ied on the face of such mai^ envelope skuO be the words "Absentee Ballot" and appnqniate votittg instructions shiril accompany such mailing .to the member. H the Sceretary-'TreasurerdMetinines that such mem­ ber is ineligible to r^rldve such absentee ballot, ho shall nevertheiess\smid such member the aforanentioned ballot wto accompanying mate­ rial except that the mailing envelope addressed ' to- the depository shgB have fwinted on the face' theimff the words "Chidlenged Absentee Bal­ lot." The Secretary-IVeasurer shall ke^records of all the foregoing, including the reasons for detennining such member's ineligibility, which recmrds shall he open for inspection by full book members, and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The Secretary-Treasurer shall send to ail Ports, the names and hook numhers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent." .1 • r to a mail referendum vote in the manner recom­ mended by your Committee. i '•'4 ^1 ^ ^ ^ WarrenCassidy,€-724 I ^ Page 11 �ASHORE Paducah, Ky. IBU lead deck hand Floyd Raye on the MV Pat Breen (American Barge Lines) is now at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point, Md., assisting Towboat Instructor Bill Dean. * * * A project to place the first labor book section in the Paducah Public Library is in the works. Port Agent Frank (Scottie) Aubusson is co-chairman of the Labor Library Committee. The SlU will donate a corner section to the library on the history of the labor movement. Houston, Tex. At the August membership meeting in Houston, Tex. it was announced that SlU Vice President Paul Drozak has been re-elected to the Executive Board of the Texas AFL-CIO. Brother Drozak, who has served on the Board for the past six years, was re­ elected to another two-year term. S- Haifa, Israel A seamen's strike hit Israel early in August and affected the country's 100 ships. Immediately, work was halted on 11 ships that were in port and Ae seamen's union wired their men aboard ships at sea to cease work when their vessels docked. The union went on strike when the ship owners would not sign a new contract. Baltimore Convalescing in the U.S. Public Health Service hospital here last month were Brothers Harry A. Hansen, Elmer Harper Jr. of the IBU, Ronald W. Navik, Ralph Nay and Paul E. Sabo. They would like to hear from shipmates and friends, and they would like to see visitors. "J- • 'i New York,N.Y. Seafarer Peter E. Dolan stopped by SlU headquarters recently and proudly picked up his SlU Blood Bank Gallon Club pin before continuing on to San Francisco. In acceptmg his well earned pin. Brother Dolan asked the LOG to remind Seafarers that the SlU blood bank needs their donations in order to continue to serve Seafarers and their dependents in times of emergency or illness. "I know that my shipmates will do everything they can to see to it that we will always have a strong blood bank," said Brother Dolan. Norfolk Seafarer William B. Kight, 42, of Chesapeake, Va. who lost a limb Dep. 26 in a tragic accident aboard the SlU-contracted freightship Vantage Endeavor (Vancor Steamship) in mid-Pacific has been released from the U.S. Public Health Service hospital here to return home. SlU members Clarence Brady and William Brogan have also left the hospital. Brother Pat Moser still remains in the hospital. Duluth Record tonnage of import-export cargoes moving throtigh this port last month may eclipse previous marks, says the Seaway Port Authority here. Grain was the most important cargo handled. More than a million tons were exported during June. For the year through June 30, 2.4 million tons of grain were shipped, a 93.3 percent increase over the 1.2 million tons of grain handled through the first part of last year. A total of 2.6 million tons of cargo were handled here through June 30, an increase of 74.4 percent over the 1.4 million tons handled here in the first six months of 1972. Last year a port tonnage record of 5.2 million tons for 12 months was set. In 1967,1968 and 1969,2.8 million tons of cargo were shipped during the first six months of the year. Through this June 30th export of miscellaneous bulk commodities came to 80,167 tons, a 40.1 percent jump over the 57,223 tons exported during the same period in 1972. Multi-colored balloons soar aloft after christening rites. The Great Lakes vessel, with a height of 42 feet, towers over the dignitaries. SiU-Manned Roger M. Kyes Launched on Great Lakes The first of a series of five Great Lakes carriers built for the SlU-con­ tracted American Steamship Co. was launched recently in Toledo, Ohio. Christened the Motor Vessel Roger M. Kyes, the 680-foot long self-unloader will carry coal and taconite (steel pellets) on the Great Lakes. The con­ struction of this vessel—and her sister ships to follow—is an indication of the revitalization of shipping on the Great Lakes. The Roger M. Kyes features twin diesel engines of 3,600 horsepower each, giving her a total propulsion plant of 7,200 horsepower. This power plant drives an 18-foot diameter propeller through a single gearbox. In addition, a 1,000 hp bow thruster provides greater maneuverability for the ship. The unloading mechanism consists of an "all belt" system through the cargo hold, which discharges on to an incline conveyor, then on to the 260-foot boom. She can unload at the rate of 6,000 long tons per hour. Therefore, the vessel can self-unload her full capacity of 26,200 tons in less than four-and-a-half hours. The Roger M. Kyes has many inno­ vative features which will interest Great Lakes Seafarers. All crew personnel are located aft in air-conditioned single rooms and a separate crew recreation room is also provided. A very unique feature of the vessel is her aft-mounted wheelhouse. Seafarers who sail the Great Lakes are fast becoming aware of the latest advances in shipbuilding technology as vessels like the M/V Roger M. Kyes come off the ways. SlU members who sail on the Lakes can certainly meet the challenge of these ultra-modem ships, in their continuing tradition of being prepared for the future. A Maritime Celebration Panama Canal The two-week job action begun in mid-August by Panama Canal pilots has been cdled off. The action had caused a slowdown in world shipping trade— and affected several SlU-contracted vessels. The Panama Canal Company agreed to drop court action against the Panama Canal Pilots' Association and its officers, and to resume recognition of the association as the sole bargaining agent for the Canal pilots. Only about five ships per day passed through the canal during the slowdown. The pilots can now get to work to clear up the backlog of 118 ships waiting to navigate the waterway. New Orleans SlU New Orleans Port Agent Buck Stephens appeared on a TV interview program here to explain why more American-flag ships must be constructed. In the interview over WDSU-TV, Stephens told the station's Vice President of Programming Jerry Romig that U.S. built ships will provide badly needed jobs, both in ship construction and in the manning of the vessels. An editorial by Romig later noted that, "Since ours is a major port city, American owned ships are vital because they mean more jobs for our seamen." Page 12 Helen Delich Bentley, chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, unveils plans for the maritime industry's contribution to the nation's 1976 Bicentennial Celebration at a recent news conference in Washington, D.C. The plan calls for floating pavilions and a fleet of retired ships and historic vessels to be floated to various parts of the nation. Seafarers Log �I AT SEA S S James The Ja/fies (Ogden Marine) recently paid off in Bayonne, N,J, after a voyage from the West Coast, She left Seattle, Wash, and made her way to the Port of New York via the Panama Canal, Bosun Francis D. Finch, who has been aboard the /a/nes for over three years, said that the "exceptionally fine crew" handled the general cargo speedily and efficiently. The vessel will now return to the West Coast, stopping at ports along the East Coast; Puerto Rico; Guantanamo Naval Base, Cuba, and Panama. Congressman Robert Giaimo from Connecticut, a member of tbe House Appropria­ tions Committee addressed an assembly of Lundeberg students, upgraders and staff this month to report on progress being made in the jnai^mi^ industry. Seated are Seafarers Union officials Buck Stephens, Blackie Neira, Leon Hall and John Fay. Rep. Giaimo Cites Role Of U.S. Merchant Marine Speaking before a gathering of stu­ dents, upgraders and faculty members at the SIU-IBU Lundeberg Upgrading Center in Piney Point, Md., Congress. man Robert N. Giaimo (D-Conn.) ad­ dressed himself to the question of the government's role in maritime alTairs. Representative Giaimo's remarks in­ augurated a program of regularly scheduled legislative seminars now be­ ing held at the Lundeberg Center, The legislator noted that the Mer­ chant Marine Act of 1970 has been in effect for three years now, and that dur­ ing that period there has been "a new national awareness of the merchant marine," Giaimo stressed that cooperation be­ tween all of the concerned parties pro­ duced the milestone legislation and added "the Seafarers International Union played a key role in the develop­ ment of this important measure," The Congressman observed that nearly 40 vessels, valued at almost $2 billion, have been contracted for under provisions of the Merchant Marine Act, and noted: "The ships under construction are among the most modern in the world— sleek, fast, efficient vessels which could put the U,S, back in a leadership posi­ tion as a world maritime power," Congressman Giaimo went on to say that construction is not the only answer to the problems of the U,S, merchant marine, "We must have cargo for those ships," he asserted. Here is an area in which the govern­ ment can play an important role, ac­ cording to the Congressman, Noting that many nations in the world have legislation assuring that their own flag ships have preference in carrying cargo, Giaimo said, "There is no reason why the U,S. shouldn't have such cargo pref­ erence laws on its books," As a co-sponsor of the oil cargo preference act now pending in the Con­ gress, Rep, Giaimo predicted, "Just as we worked together to win passage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, so will we work together to win passage of this vital measure," The current energy crisis makes this doubly impor­ tant, the Connecticut legislator added. Changing course, Giaimo said: "We must remember that cargo pref­ erence laws are not the only way to secure cargo for our ships. There is an­ other concept we must leam to embrace —the concept of bilateral trade," The success of the U,S,-Soviet Union bilateral trade agreement—the kind of agreement the SIU has been urging for many years—is an example of a longoverdue recognition of the need to use the U,S, merchant marine, said Giaimo, "This means to me that there is a new awareness of our merchant fleet— an awareness of its importance to the nation, to the nation's economy and to the nation's security," Representative Giaimo concluded his address with a plea for cooperation on the part of the different parties in Con­ gress, the executive branch of govern­ ment, maritime labor, and maritime management, and concluded: "I believe we are moving in the right direction, I am certain that with all of the elements of this industry and the government working together for the common good, America will regain its position as the world's first maritime power," Bienville Ship's Committee At the Bethlehem Steel shipyard in Hoboken, N.J., the ship^s committee aboard the Bienville (Sea-Land) gathers on deck while awaiting payoff. From left are: Diego Hatch, steward delegate; William Cooper, deck dele­ gate; Andrew Dimitroponlis, educational director, and Julio Delgado, chairman. September 1973 SS Transoneida The SlU-manned containership Transoneida (Hudson Waterways) is heading for a payoff in Oakland, Calif,, but her SIU crew won't eat finer food in the best restaurants in that port than the specialty dishes they have already been enjoying at sea. Steward Tom Ulisse, a 28-year veteran of the SIU, reports that his de­ partment has been preparing dinner menus with a different "theme" each night. So far, they've had an Italian night, Chinese night, and Soul Food night. Music to suit the occasion is provided, along with appropriate beverages. In addition, the crew eats by candlelight on these specialty nights to enhance the total atmosphere of the meal. Brother Ulisse jokingly suggests that dancing girls might add a new dimen­ sion to the evening's mood, "But," he adds, "you can't have everything," SS Citrus Packer The SlU-manned freightship Citrus Packer (Waterman) recently docked in Port Newark, N,J, after a coastwise voyage. She had been carrying general cargo from ports along the Gulf Coast, Bosun Ward Wallace, a 28-year veteran of the SIU, reported that the vessel would be bound for India and the Middle East on her next voyage, Sea-Land Exchange The SlU-manned SL-7 containerships are continuing to break transAtlantic and trans-Pacific speed records faster than the numbers can be re­ corded in the record books. The latest record-breaker is the 3 day, 18 hour and 2 minute trans-Atlantic crossing of Sea-Land Exchange—^the fastest passage ever made by a cargo vessel from Ambrose Light, N,Y, to Bishop Rock, England, During her voyage, the Sea-Land Exchange averaged 33,21 knots. In establishing the new record, the Sea-Land Exchange broke the previous records held by two of her sisterships—the Sea-Land McLean and Sea-Land Galloway. This latest sailing marks the tenth record-breaking voyage by an SIUmanned SL-7 containership, making these vessels, as a whole, the fastest con­ tainership fleet for both trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific crossings, SS Overseas Anchorage Deck Delegate Clemente (Rocky) Rocha, Jr. on board the Overseas Anchorage (Maritime Overseas Corp.) recently made a motion to thank Stew­ ard George A, O'Berry and his department for giving "unstintingly" of their time "to see that the crew receives the best of service". He also complimented the steward department for their help in training younger men coming into the industry, such as Seafarer James Kirsch, as well as aiding "the older generation" to upgrade, such as Joseph C, Bush, "who is learning to bake, under the watchful eye of the steward." SS Bradford Island Every Seafarer finds his own way of coping with long hours when he is off on an extended voyage. Many SIU members read, write poetry or stories to fill the time; some play cards or exchange scuttlebutt with their shipmates. Other Seafarers paint, sculpt, set up darkrooms, play musical instruments, whittle and carve model ships, and take up countless hobbies to occupy time between ports. Chess is a game that has always fascinated seamen and the recent grow­ ing interest in this pastime throughout the world has also been reflected by SIU members. Many members are learning how to play from their fellow crewmembers on long voyages—and end up defeating their teachers by the time of the payoff! Despite conflicting watches, several Seafarers on board the Bradford Island (Cities Service) managed to play several games each night during their 70-day run to the Soviet Union, Transporting grain to the Russian ports of Odessa and Tuapse, the crewmembers played on cardboard chessboards with plastic pieces. On the return voyage, however, with the ship's cargo tanks laden with fuel, Richard Summers, Bill Mason, Teddy McDuflSe, and Tony Gaspar dueled wits over carved wood boards with hand-carved and inlaid chessmen which they purchased in the Soviet ports for 12 rubles ($14). The general consensus on board was that Steward Tony Gaspar was the chess champion of the Bradford Island—but most of the games went right down to the wire. Bosun Ted McDuffie was proud that, despite the fact that he has been playing the game for only a year, he was able to hold his own against the more experienced "patzers" {chess lovers) in the crew. He was even able to defeat the shipboard champ, Tony Gaspar, on one occasion. All of the chess enthusiasts on board the tanker appreciate the occasional chess puzzles run in the LOG. The puzzles—and the strategic game of chess itself—^provide mental stimulation and a spirit of competitive comraderie which can make a long voyage more enjoyable and worthwhile. Page 13 II �•icr -.-.^•r->.. •* jfe ' * 'r- Jli ' •^;-m 1^; ^j.f... J|® General William Gorgas .s shown li, i * ' . Panama Canall -.^^own during the bu«d,ng oHhe P ] ^ ^ " •••^-*'•"";''i"''-"'• .•:• • • .•Vr,,fv'^.'"^^'--ir-' •ft- ^--'• 111 Mi ent of each other. -.•'r ill" i • ' V arst shbvettulo^ow'=y'«'^^n^, ••:'• rSS^'SsStf. \, N' I I "(;•-, I V •::'. : ' '« ' : /t, • , .-, &:S«32ri-s~ • •: 1 *to 11534 «;'^4-whea^'^®^ back smc '1-^ : • u « of oi P^nam®—V- ^ 1 l^a55SSA..,&i IS 'S,!\ IV". • n k. "• r ;-•• '1. V 1 \i K •!» T,' ' . canal> ptit rVM , -- °»=;^ J821 anttal Ainenca ' ,„?PaSa came under the 1 ;:;Columbia^^^ve^® ,880^^ '^•'' ' 4-M --jnct Soain • ' .; . • | one of the ^1:: te !;v ...V,- .S '•Yi •VI t'.; ,vr- Page 14 �to so lili eoe'9^ CV^e's , yW Sea vjoi: f i. Ii «ffe J V\va^ ^ov\)cv® a\^o IP ^s/s . a^®^oM By Paul Hall, President Seafarers International Union Vice President, AFL-CIO WASHINGTON—The national energy crisis, the impact of which is being felt by all Americans, has brought to the surface a range of problems to which maritime workers have been pointing for a long time. Shortly after World War II, the maritime unions began calling attention to the national security and economic consequences of the activities of the multinational oil companies. We stressed the danger inherent in the mas­ sive transfer of U.S.-flag merchant ships to foreign registry. These ships, built in American shipyards during World War II with the aid of U.S. tax dollars, were acquired by American oil com­ panies, which transferred them to foreign registry and thus created the vast "runaway" flag fleet. It became the forerunner of huge investments by American-based multina­ tional oil companies in foreign-built and foreign-operated tanker fleets. Aside from the impact of this maneuver by the oil companies on our economy as a whole, the effect on American shipyard workers and seamen was direct and immediate. It deprived them of their jobs which, by the "runaway" device, had been exported to foreign workers. The "runaway" operations became so en­ trenched that it became virtually impossible for the American flag to reestablish itself in ocean petroleum transportation because the oil companies, which owned the cargo, saw to it that this cargo was carried in the foreignflag ships which they also owned. Beyond de­ crying the immediate effect on the American maritime worker, the maritime unions sought to alert the nation to the broader implications of "runaway" operations and to the forebod­ ings which they held for our national security and the economy. What made the "runaway" operation dan­ gerous and wrong frofm a national point of view was that it encouraged a powerful cor­ porate sector to abandon national attitudes in favor of a multinational concept—without any obligation and responsibility to the na­ tional interest. The low cost of being able to build their Page 2 atvo so^Loao VWe^L" op; fi :f Vi ^\^e e®" . ^!;fV .ve >«i,;s4^!;.w ^Vvvc ®rAVo^?. «\ A*-'^'"" „A«»W^srto' ships abroad and man them with foreign sea­ men, and still engage in the carriage of Amer­ ican commerce, was not the only benefit which the oil companies drew from the "run­ away" device. They also benefited from a whole range of other economic advantages, without most of the citizenship obligations incumbent upon corporations which operate in the traditional manner of American-based business institutions. Very important was the range of tax loopholes and special treatment which they enjoyed. What benefits accrued to this nation by virtue of this oil coriipany "runaway" opera­ tion? Virtually none. The major oil compa­ nies made little contribution to the American economy, particularly when viewed in light of the problems that their foreign "runaway" operations created in terms of our national security, our balance-of-payments deficit and the instability of the dollar. In short, the oil companies removed them­ selves effectively from the mainstream of American economic life. When only the mari­ time industry suffered, public opinion was not as easily aroused to its implications. But now, with the energy crisis touching every American man, woman and child, all of us are beginning to understand that oil in a very large measure is the name of the game. Because of what this situation can mean in a variety of ways, we must take a good look at the picture today. Oil is coming into the country from foreign sources at the rate of at least six million barrels every day. And it is expected to increase from 12 to 15 million barrels a day by 1980, at which time imported oil wiU represent about one half of our daily needs. It is worth considering what oil imports must mean to our country in terms of our balance-of-payments deficit and the stability of the dollar which, by the way, reflects itself in inflationary forces that affect our domestic economy. The largest single balance-of-payments def­ icit item is the cost of importing foreign oil. The second largest balance-of-payments def­ icit item will soon be the cost of transporting that oil to the United States. While we can­ not control the deficit arising out of our need to increase oil imports, the deficit from trans­ portation can be controlled because it can be reduced to the extent that we use our own U.S.-flag ships in thexarriage of that oil. Oil in today's world looms too large a fac­ tor in our national existence and security to any longer be regarded as the completely private domain of those who control it—any more than we would with another vital re­ source, water. It may be that our national survival re­ quires that we consider the regulation of oil companies just as we regulate public utilities in the community and national interests. Oil and the public utilities are interlocked, with most electric, transportation and communica­ tions utilities dependent upon petroleum and petroleum products for their operations. The free reign which the oil companies have in the conduct of their business has been accompanied by a free ride on the backs of most Americans. American tax laws carry the intent that all major corporations will pay taxes of approximately 48 per cent of their profits. The major oil companies in 1971, the last year for which figures are available, paid U.S. taxes at the average rate of 6.7 per cent. Nor does that tell the complete story. Texaco and Gulf paid American taxes at the rate of 2.3 per cent and each had a net in­ come of $1.3 billion. Standard Oil of Cali­ fornia paid at a, rate of only 1.6 per cent and had a net income of $855 million. There is considerable merit to an AFL-CIO recommendation that Congress promote the development of petroleum resources and re­ fineries in the United States by repealing the 22 per cent depletion allowance given to the oil companies on their foreign operations. The AFL-CIO also recommended that royalities (taxes) paid to foreign governments for the oil extracted from their land be treated, for U.S. tax purposes, the same as royalties paid to U.S. citizens for oil extracted from their land. Presently these royalty payments are treated differently, resulting in increased prof­ its for oil companies and a loss of tax pay­ ments to the United States. The AFL-CIO also called for legislation guaranteeing that a fair share of all imported oil be carried in U.S.-flag ships. Beyond the benefits this legislation would bring to the American balance-of-payments position and to the U.S. merchant marine, the AFL-CIO found it to be vital that the nation end its dual dependency on foreign sources for both oil and its transportation. Considering the magnitude of our energy crisis and the oil companies' overwhelming influence and control over the nation's lifeblood, it would appear that we should begin to work on ways and means to bring the oil companies back into the mainstream of the American economy. We must proceed with building the mech­ anism necessary to guarantee the greatest and most secure flow of energy possible, consistent with reasonable environmental safeguards. And in the interest of our security and domes­ tic economy we must build an adequate fleet of American-flag tankers to be used in the carriage of our oil imports. And we must be­ gin a major program of refinery construction in the continental United States to assure a dependable supply and reserve of refined petroleum products. Among our major national needs, few others rate a higher priority than those ema­ nating from our energy crisis. Perhaps no other program for the moment can contribute so much strength and well-being to our na­ tion's security and economic position. �The 326,585-deadweighMon tanker, Uni­ verse Ireland^ is an example of a foreignflag ship competing with U.S. vessels for carriage of vitally needed oil to America's shores. She operates under long term charter to an American company—Gulf Oil; she was huilt in a foreign country—Japan, and she operates under the flag of another foreign country—^Liberia. a special Labor is the text broadcast by SlU President Paul over the Mutual Broadcasting System. n this Labor Day 1973, the American worker can look to his accomplishments and be proud. He has built the world's greatest nation. He has won—through his unions—the world's highest standard of living for himself and his family. Today's worker is better educated, more skilled—^more aware—than his predecessors. His knowledge and talents make him the most productive worker on earth. But he has cause for concern. He knows that his country is faced with a tough fight if it is to retain its position of world leader­ ship. Maritime workers and workers in many manufacturing industries—autos, steel, elec­ tronics for example—^know that our nation has slipped from its position of dominance as a supplier to the world's markets. They know that where once we were far and away the world's top producer of steel— that now we rank third, behind Russia and Japan. They know that where once we had the greatest merchant marine on the high seas, we now rank seventh. And they know, too, that where once we didn't have to count on anyone for our sources of energy, we are now forced to depend on others. For America to keep her factories and schools and churches open ... for Americans O to keep their homes heated and their cars and planes and trains and trucks operating ... we must depend on foreign sources of energy. Maritime workers know this because the fuels we need most—crude oil, refined petro­ leum products and natural gas—come to our shores by ship. Because they see the ships carrying these vitally needed fuels flying the flags of other nations, maritime workers know, too, the dangers of dependence on foreign powers to provide products and ser­ vices. w is a fact that last year, only 3 peri cent of all of our oil imports were brought to our ports in tankers flying the American flag," "For the remain­ i ing 97 percent f tve had to rely on the availability and goodwill of foreignflag operators," i .V. And all workers are becoming increasingly concerned over the fact that we must rely on foreign sources of energy to keep American plants operating. They are concerned that a - % .1'- \ shortage of energy this year will close even more plants than were closed last year. Most of us know that we cannot operate our economy under normal conditions with­ out importing oil and natural gas. That is a dangerous but unavoidable condition that we have to contend with. Many people are unaware that the United States must depend on foreign interests not only for energy fuels—but for the transpor­ tation of the fuel as well. It is a fact that last year, only 3 percent of all of our oil imports were brought to our ports in tankers flying the American flag. For the remaining 97 percent, we had to rely on the availability and goodwill of for­ eign-flag operators. This condition has come about because the United States has not really understood the importance of maintaining a strong merchant marine. America is, in a critical sense, an "island" nation and being an "island" we require a strong, dependable system of waterborne transportation, capable of supplying the needs of the American people who live on this "island." The importance of a strong U.S.-flag merchant marine has become even more critical as this "island" nation of ours has gone from a "have" to a "have-not" posi­ tion in terms of many critical raw materials. Continued on Page 4 Page 3 �tion of foreign oil can be reduced is through the use of our own ships to carry the oil and, of course, doing whatever has to be done to reverse the growing trend to depend upon foreign refineries. Other economic benefits would result from greater tax revenues and reduced dollar inflation and instability. An additional long-term benefit of the development of a U.S. tanker fleet would be to reduce the environmental hazards posed by the threat of oil spills resulting from marine accidents. Safety standards imposed on U.S. tankers are far more rigid than those re­ quired under most foreign flags. Continued from Page 4 among the most important of which are vari­ ous ores and petroleum. Unfortur! 3ly, We have not maintained the strong ocean transportation system which was ours at the end of World War II. At that time we possessed the greatest merchant fleet and the most productive shipbuilding capa­ bility the world had ever known. Twentythree years ago, the U.S.-flag merchant marine carried nearly 40 percent of our waterbome conunerce. Today we carry less than 6 percent. From about 1300 ships then, we have declined to only slightly more than 500 today. In facing up to the energy crisis, we must also understand that massive quantities of fuel must be brought to our nation by water. The United States, with 6 percent of the world's population, now consumes 33 percent of its energy and is the world's leading im­ porter of oil. Last year we imported 27 per­ cent of th': oil we used and the percentage of all our oil imports is expected to rise to 33 to 35 percent by the end of this year. By 1980 more than t ne-half of our energy needs must be filled from foreign sources. All of us know the precarious position of the American dollar in the international money market. We have experienced con­ sistent balance-of-payments deficits. A major contributing factor to this deficit is our lack of U.S.-flag tankers. In 1972, the balance-of-payments deficit caused by the use of foreign-flag tankers to carry U.S. oil im­ ports amounted to more than $500 million. In 1973 we look for this foreign-tankercaused deficit to exceed $600 million. By 1980, using Department of Interior oil im­ port projections, and given no improvement in our own tanker capability, we look for the foreign-tanker-caused deficit to jump to more than $2.5 .uUion. To put it another way, our single largest commercial balance-of-payments deficit item is the cost we pay for foreign oil. The second largest commercial balance-of-payments defi­ cit item soon will be the amount we pay for bringing this oil to i ar shores in foreign-flag ships. The second of these items is controll­ able and we must set about controlling it at once by achieving our own U.S.-flag oilcarrying capability. The only WL;y the balance-of-payments deficit which is attributable to the importa­ The SIU has battled runaway flag shipg for many years. In this photo taken in Balti­ more, Md., four union men carry strike Page 4 'ii *.%• I •• •K "More than onehalf of the foreign vessels which carry 95 percent of our oil imports are reg­ istered under the Liberian and Pana­ manian *'flags of convenience.'* Inci­ dentally, the major American oil compa­ nies operate 365 of these foreign-built and foreign-manned vessels. By contrast with the casual regu­ lation and low crew and safety standards imposed under these foreign registries, the American tank­ ers that would be used as a result of this legislation are the most tightly reg­ ulated and bestmanned in the world." •W" .J.J !•!• ?:• y.< Si' I I I More than one-half of the foreign vessels which carry 95 percent of our oil imports are registered under the Liberian and Panama­ nian "flags of convenience." Incidentally, the major American oil companies operate 365 of these foreign-built and foreign-manned vessels. By contrast with the casual regulation and low crew and safety standards imposed cards stating that ''Runaway flag ships threaten American Merchant Marine & Na­ tional Security.''The same threat still exists. under these foreign registries, the American tankers that would be used as a result of this legislation are the most tightly regulated and best-manned in the world, The American labor movement—concerned as it is with jobs ... with the viability of the U.S. economy . . . and the national security—has recognized the double jeopardy our nation faces in its reliance on foreign nations for both fuel and for the ships on which it is carried. From the standpoint of national security, the employment of U.S.-flag vessels to carry a significant portion of our oil imports would assure America that even if some shipping and oil-producing nations or interests act to deny us of either or both their oil and the tankers to carry it, we will still have a major U.S. capability on which to rely to carry oil from friendly nations. To the degree that we are able to develop our own U.S.-flag fleet, to that same degree we make it more difficult for foreign interests to coerce the United States in the world political arena. The AFL-CIO has called on Congress to correct this situation by requiring that a por­ tion of this vital energy be carried on Ameri­ can-flag, American-built and Americanmanned ships. Legislation to accomplish this crucial ob­ jective is now pending in both houses of Congress—and merits the support of all Americans. Congressional enactment of this proposal would provide benefits that would go beyond the security aspects of making sure that our supply of oil is not interrupted by a lack of transportation. It would mean tens of thousands of jobs for American men and women who would produce the materials and build the ships. Jobs for steelworkers, pipefitters, carpenters ... jobs for welders, sheet metal workers and laborers ... jobs for office workers, electron­ ics technicians, painters and electricians .. and for seafaring workers. It would mean more tax revenue for our nation ... and our states ... and our com­ munities. The taxes would come from the profits of the builders and the operators of the ships. And they would come from the wages of those thousands and thousands of citizens who would find job opportunities in rebuild­ ing and manning the American merchant marine. It would mean that our national balanceof-payments situation would be improved. Money spent building ships in American yards stays here. It would mean greater sta­ bility for the dollar. And 71 cents of every dollar spent in shipping goods on Americanflag ships remain in our economy. To the American worker—to all Ameri­ cans—it is important that this nation has a strong economy and that we be secure against economic and physical pressures from abroad. While the energy crisis and our ocean transportation capability are areas which re­ quire our attention, they are but examples of a basic problem facing all Americans in this rapidly changing world. In our desire to help our less endowed world neighbors, we have made it more advantageous for U.S. compa­ nies to develop their foreign facilities at the expense of the American economy and the American workman. It is time that all of us join in taking a good look at our current tax and trade laws to make sure that American workers and the rest of our nation will not be shortchanged in the future. �iJiill , y V . ' ''jfy.. j^''.y.'.' . />''; - i / ' - I ' . :" . I ' «50.<lOT .3.; Under US. was renewed in lEnd .1^ ^hore . I F-«sSS5PI II ' con- the canal « I9R Ms . ' ^ ^ '-;vf ' sWpping on Aug. 8 l914^an?fh^^K ^ ^°^®raational •, SS£.'SK«5«?aS • E'S's.i'ia''?'"' •'"^ same passage, which sba^ 8.000nnleslffSt2Sr^P around Cape Horn. nta^e this alternate route '•?'«" chant contalnershiDs and Sy'^vkf"'vessels, " mer- am>ug, tinues/by tSyeS?(^,Je ^^end con- ""irssS-ia"-'- ««'tS5SETT"'"'^S: actual agreemena were reached "™al—butno ^iS ? . ,. . • ••• r-y-' • liWSiS-3i?Sr }••:::• :'r niembers and fc4r ^ U.S. Zone as It is now wouIdS The Canal Wbuld be subject to Panama7^'^~~^°®^ imported W tbe agieinenh ^ taxes :s3tof v:y;i: ^ ^^ .his waa put aaide to awi, SlfSp' £SSS"£.--«£-S.^ ?li ,. .. . . CvV; ^ • :' 3"- ,•'' ' y,.wc - ,f ' ••• -•• ^ .. - i _ -•v..V> lit: J0M W'?V. •SS'jf, US^i!"V-" •Wwc »ia" ,,.• a .ar ... -si j ... Sitf™ - "•' -ft?' --------»Sv^il^te85iSSifi^^^S ='a"y opening the Panama Canal on ' Aug. 15, 1914 ,s the freightehip SS Ancon. Page 15 ' ci«r-, V r, ' �' X ' " • .•/" if .sj •- r''. ^ ( HISTORIC PRESERWION I i . T TX-'"''-' A Quick Resporise c' I take this opportunity of thanking the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plans for the quick response they made during my illness and in the absence of ray husband. . > I can assure them that the service they rendered were we^ appreciated my husband and L iDoroHty Sarmento Bfooklyo, N.Y».. •.7 High Oil Profits, Low Taxes Profits of U.S. corporations are soar­ ing. The Commerce Department recently reported that after-tax profits for the , second quarter of 1973 boomed to a record $72.6 billion, up a whopping 36 percent above the same 1972 period. This comes on top of a 29 percent gain for the first three months of the year, according to the Department study. All but a few industrial groups re­ ported markedly higher profits. Even the few which didn't—airlines and rail­ roads, primarily — reported gains well above 10 percent. There are some interesting statistics in the various profits reports now being published. For example, the First National City Bank noted that U.S. petroleum com­ panies pulled in profits for the second quarter amounting to better than $2 bil­ lion for a 49 percent jump above a year ago. Other hefty leaders were noted among grocery chains, pulp and paper products firms, electrical equipment and elec­ tronics companies, and textile firms. None of these reports, however, dis­ cuss the tax situation for these profit leaders and that's a story which bears investigating. For instance wage earners last year paid an average federal tax of about 20 percent of their earnings. By law, most corporations are sup­ posed to pay federal taxes at the rate of approximately 48 percent. However, the average effective corporate tax rate in 1972 was 29 percent for our nation's in­ dustrial giants. That's nearly 20 percent below the statutory rate. But what about the oil companies whose profits are reaching astronomical proportions? Last year they paid taxes at the rate of 5.9 percent. Less than you paid, less than many big corporations paid, less than just about everybody paid. These are the companies which im­ port virtually all of our nation's chief energy supply—oil. These are the companies which have registered their ships under foreign flags to avoid paying U.S. taxes, decent wages and abiding by our nation's more rigid safety codes. And these are the companies which will fight us to the finish in our struggle to guarantee that some of our oil im­ ports be carried aboard American-flag ships, manned by American workers, built by American workers in American shipyards, and paying a fair share of U.S. taxes. That's another reason why we must stay in the front ranks working to per­ suade the Congress that the best inter­ ests of the nation, its tax structure, its economy and its workers will be served by passage of pending legislation guar­ anteeing a portion of oil imports for American-flag tankers. The Life You Save... Throughout the United States, com­ munities continue to face a critical short­ age of life-saving blood. For Seafarers and their dependents, however, blood has always been available in time of emergency from their SIU Blood Bank. However, in order to insure that this vital lifeline of blood continues to be available, SIU members must continue Page 16 to contribute blood to their blood bank on a regular basis. The best way to keep our blood bank strong is to contribute blood by con­ tacting any Port Agent in any SIU hall. The SIU Blood Bank is another im­ portant Union program which stresses "Brotherhood of the Sea" in action. It deserves the support of all Seafarers. . Alaska Pipeline • , C--. I was pleased to learn of the passage of the Alaska ' pi^line bill in Congress. The construction of this pipeline w0 tap the North Slope oil reserves and thereby some­ what relieve this nation's growing energy crisis. .i^ I'm certain that the fight carried on by the &afarers International Union in Washington to begin the pipeline work was one of the major factors in the bill's passaae. Notwithstanding the creation of thousands ol'more"jobs , ^ for U.S. workmen, the pipeline win also provide this re- • gion with much needed heating oil in the years tb come. Mrs. Phil Konen Beverley, Mass! Praised I would like to comment on my recent Open HouJ tour of the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamarishid! ;I was very impressed, in speaking with the students, teachers, and staff members, with the dedication and effort that everyone seems to put into afl the various programs •tflvrCf* I was equaUy impressed with the physical layout of the tramg school itself, including the ships and boats in the1 Lundeberg Museum. seems to be on the right course in turning out • skiUed and highly qualified young men who wiU do a ' lot for the restoration of America's rightful place as a ' top maritime power. More power to you in your continuing efforts! Siii»».mb«rl973 Volutti. XXXV, No, 9 North Amarics, Atiantio, i'»<;.Seafarer» Internattonat Union of and Inland Watars District, executive Board Paul Hall. President Cal Tanner. Executive Vice-President Earl Shepard. Vice-President ' Joe OlOiorolo, Secsetery-Treasurer tlhdaay Wlllianns, Vice-President Prank Drozak. Vice-President Paul Orozak, Vice-President ':7i| Seafarers Log • �' '-'v Bosuns'Recertification Program: In Th^ir Own Words Malcoln B. Woods Malcolm B. Woods, a thirty-year veteran of the SIU, had the follow­ ing comments on the Bosuns' Recertihcation Program: "The training available through the Program is a golden opportunity for any bosun who is unfamiliar with the latest techniques aboard the ultra-modern vessels now coming of} the ways. "After training, he won't have that feeling of coming into a situa­ tion cold. "Even for those, like myself, who have had some experience on SL-7s and other new ships, there's always room for improvement." Speaking of the headquarters phase of the Bosuns' Recertification Program, Brother Woods said: "This part of the Program was valuable in creating a well-rounded curriculum. The insight I gained into the day-to-day operation of the SIU was something that amazed me more and more as I saw department after department in action." Tjf/hen the ^cond class of recertified SIU Bosuns completed their 60^y program of training at Piney Point and SIU headquarters, the bosuns were asked to evaluate the Bosuns' Recertification Program In Aeir own words. The program was begun because of the indostry-wide need for highly qualified, better-trained bosuns who most be skilled enough to handle their job on board any vesseL With the recent technological advances In our Industry, and the advent of LASH, LNG, and SL-7 vessels. It has become Increasingly Important for SIU members to become fully familiar nith the latest equip­ ment these new vessels carry. The Bosuns'Recertification Program's goal Is to equip the SIU Bosun with a thorough, well-rounded, in-depth knowledge of all aspects of shipboard operations. In addition, the Program provides the Bosun with the Union Education necessary for him to function as Ship's Chairman. As Ship's Chairman, die Bosun has many responsibilities to ship­ mates and Union brothers and to the SIU as a whole. He Is responsible for seeing that the SIU contract Is enforced on hoard ship, that his fellow SIU members' rights under SIU Constitution are safeguarded, that shipboard meetings are con­ ducted In the proper manner, and that his Union brothers are kept accurately Informed of all Union activities. Is the Bosuns'Recertlficatlon Program living up to Its goals? The second group of Bosuns to complete the program offers ffieir answers to this question on this page. Jean Latapie Jean Latapie has been an SIU member since 1946. He ships out of New Orleans, La. Brother Latapie felt that the Bo­ suns' Recertification Program was a valuable educational tool for keep­ ing SIU members up-to-date. "The line-splicing and jumbo boom instruction and training are very important to our membership, and the fire-fighting training at Bayonne, N.J., is an aspect of the Pro­ gram which can actually save lives. "Regarding the new vessels, we learned techniques about their oper­ ations which will improve our per­ formance on board." His stay at headquarters opened Seafarer Latapie's eyes. "I finally got to see for myself the way this Union is run. The Bosuns' Recertification Program is a good program of Union education. I was particularly interested in how the SIU's funds are collected and spent, and the care with which financial matters are handled by all the de­ partments." • Denis Manning Denis Manning has been with the SIU since 1951, and ships out of the port of Seattle. "I've learned a whole lot in the Bosuns' Recertification Programabout both the new vessels we'll be crewing up and about the operation of the SIU itself. "Even though I was familiar with some of the training from my experi­ ence on the Alaska run, I certainly appreciated the chance to learn it the right way from the SIU instructors. These new vessels are the coming thing, and we all need to know how to man them correctly. I wish I had this kind of training before I stepped on board these new ships." The data processing and record­ keeping departments at headquarters particularly impressed Brother Man­ ning. "The background I received here is something that most SIU members never come across—to see how our Union functions. This type of Pro­ gram should eventually be made available to all SIU brothers." September 1973 Walter Nash Bosun Walter Nash joined the SIU in 1943, and sails out of the port of New York. Brother Nash had words of praise for the Bosuns' Recertifica­ tion Program: "I was very impressed with the training offered at the Harry Lundeberg School—for the bosuns as well as for the upgraders and entry rating trainees." As for the New York part of the Program, Brother Nash confessed: "Even though I live in the New York area, and thought that I knew a lot about the Union's activities, I managed to learn a lot more about the SIU through my participation in the Bosuns' Recertification Program. The morning meetings taught me a lot about the many legislative fronts the SIU is working on. The first­ hand look at the various departments at headquarters showed me how complex the Union's structure actu­ ally is, and the insights I had into the financial aspect of the SIU's op­ erations were invaluable." Seafarer Nash was impressed with the training opportunities afforded him by the Bosuns' Recertification Program and he was most anxious "to catch an SL-7 and put my train­ ing to work." James Gorman Bosun Gorman is a 17-year vet­ eran of the SIU, who sails out of the port of New York. "You really learn something at Piney Point—about the maritime in­ dustry and about the SIU. Even though I've been sailing for many years, I learned many new things. I learned that there are at least four different kinds of LASH ships, and that each one has slightly different equipment." As for the headquarters program. Brother Gorman added: "I learned even more about the SIU at headquarters. The personnel on board in New York were really anxious to help us understand the workings and the inter-relationships of the different departments. The data-processing and record-keeping sections do a great job, and my visit to the SEAFARERS LOG office was most informative. "The headquarters segment of the Bosuns' Program gives you a more comprehensive view of what's going on in the SIU, and the daily morning strategy meetings are very informa­ tive about the maritime industry and the SIU's role in that industry." Veikko Pollanen Veikko Pollanen has been with the SIU for 23 years. He ships out of the port of New Orleans. Brother Pollanen commented on his recent participation in the Bosuns' Recer­ tification Program: "In the four weeks at Piney Point, I learned a lot about the SIU that I never knew before, and the side-trip to Washington, D.C. made me real­ ize the importance of the AFL-CIO's Maritime Trades Department. "I did some work in shipyards in my time, so I knew a lot about the hew ships before I started the Bo­ suns' Program, but even so, the training was like a refresher course for me—and the SIU instructors taught me some additional things as well. "The fire-fighting program and the tour of headquarters were important parts of the total program, which every SIU member should go through. In my book, the Bosuns Recertifica­ tion Program is a big success." Page 17 �; 4 - - Lundeberg Upgrading Center SIU-A and G Deck Department Upgrading Quartermaster 1. Must hold an endorsement as Able-Seaman—unlimited—any waters. Cook and Baker and Chief Cook Training Courses at the Lundeberg School or; C. 12 months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, 6 months seatime as Cook and Baker, 6 months seatime as Chief Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Cook and Baker and Chief Cook Training programs. D. 12 months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, 12 months sea­ time as Cook and Baker and 6 months seatime as Chief Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Chief Cook Training Program. IBU Upgrading Engine Upgrading FOWT—(who has only a wiper endorsement) 1. Must be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/50—20/30, and have normal color vision.) 2. Have 6 months seatime as wiper or be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have 3 months seatkne as wiper. I; t] -j , i: FOWT—(who holds an engine rating such as Electrician) 1. Must be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/50—20/30 and have nor­ mal color vision.) 2. All candidates must have a letter from the company for whom they have worked certifying their ability to handle the various types of fuels that they wish certification for. 1. No requirements. Master/Mate Electrician, Refrigeration, Pumpman, l>eck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Maehniist or Boilermaker— (who holds only a wiper endorsement) (Uninspected vessels not over 309 gross tons upon oceans.) Master—Must have 4 years at sea on deck—one year as licensed mate. Mate—Must have 3 years at sea on deck. 1. Must be a U.S. Citizen. 2. Must have a letter from company stating experience, type of vessel, registered number, etc., to meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements. 1. Be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/50—20/30 and have normal color vision.) 2. Have 6 months seatime in engine department as wiper. Electrician, Refrigeration, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist or Boilermaker— (who holds an engine rating such as FOWT) 1. No requirements. QMED—any rating Towboat Operator > 1. Must have or successfully passed examinations for FOWT, Electrician, Refrigeration, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist, Boil­ ermaker, and Deck Engine Mechanic. 2. Must show evidence ctf seatime of at least 6 months in any one or a combina­ tion of the following ratings: FOWT, Electrician, Refrigeration, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist, Boilermaker, or Deck Engine Mechanic. Original License 1. Must be 21 years.c^age. ' 2. Must have 3 years seatime on deck of vessel over 26 feet. . 3. Must have 1 year seatime of the three years on towing vessel including train­ ing or duty in wheel house. 4. Must have 90 days service in geographical area applied for. 2md Class Operator 1. Must be 19 years of age. 2. Must have 18 months at sea on a towing vessel including duty or training in the wheel house. 3. Must have 90 days seatime in geographical area applied for. Original License/2nd Class Operator 1. Must pass physical examination and eye examination of at least 20/100 in both eyes, corrected to a least 20/20 in one eye, and 20/40 in the other eye. 2. Must have normal color vision. 3. Must be a U.S. citizen. Welding 1. Must hold endorsement as QMED—any rating. Steward Upgrading 1. Assistant Cook Training Program Requirements: A. 12 months seatime, in any Steward Department Entry Rating. B. Entry Ratings who have been accepted into the Harry Lundeberg School and show a desire to advance in the Steward Department must have a minimum of 3 months seatime. 2. Cook and Baker Training Program Requirements: • I. . vS?/'' IP '• ; 'v; 1st Class Pilot on vessel not over 300 gross tons 1. Must be 21 years of age. 2. Must be a U.S. Citizen. 3. Must have 3 years seatime as AB or equivalent with a minimum of 20 round trips over the route applied for within the past 5 years. •• fv, .'1- ! Tankennan A. 12 months seatime as Third Cook or; B. 24 months seatime in Steward Department, 6 months of which must be as Third Cook and Assistant Cook or ; C. 6 months as Assistant or Third Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Assistant Cooks Training Course. Radar Observer 1. All candidates must hold a valid deck license. SlU and IBU Upgrading Chief Cook's Training Program Requirements: AMe-Sfeaman A. 12 months seatime as Cook and Baker or; B. Three years seatime in Steward Department, 6 months of which must be as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and 6 months as Cook and Baker or; C. 6 months seatioib as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and 6 months sea­ time as Cook and Baker and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Assistant Cook, and Second Cook and Baker's Training Course or ; D. 12 months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and 6 months seatime as Cook and Baker and are holders of a "Certificate" of com­ pletion from the Cook and Baker Training Program. Abie4ltanian—12 ly waters 1. Must be at least 19 years of age. 2. Be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no .more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/40—20/20, and have normal color vision). 3. Have 12 months seatime as an Ordinary Seaman or 4. Be-a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have 8 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman. 4. Chief Steward Training Program Requirements: A. 3 years seatime in ratings above that of Third Cook and hold an "A" seniority in the union or; B. 6 months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, 6 months as Cook and Baker, 6 months seatime as Chief Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Assistant Cook, Second Page 18 Abie Seaman—unlimited—any waters 1. Must be at least 19 years of age. 2. Be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/40—20/20, and have normal color vision). 3. Have 36 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman or AB—12 months. Lifcboatman 1. Must have 90 days seatime in any department. Seafarers Log '• / I' �Preparing for Exams Members of the Joint Towing Industry Committee on Education toured the training areas at the Lundeberg School and were favorably impressed. Here, Jack Bullard (Inland Tugs) talks with instructor Bill Dean at the barge mockup. Looking on are MLS President Hazel Brown and Commander John Emory, USCG. Chuck Mollard and IBU National Director Paul Drozak and other members of the committee are on left. Expand IBU Training Program For Ocean, Inland Waterway The expanding SIU-IBU training programs for the men who work on board the nation's tugs, towboats and barges were given an enthusiastic stamp of approval by industry leaders during a meeting of the Joint Towing Industry Committee on Education at the Lunde­ berg School. During the two-day conference, Lundeberg School vocational and aca­ demic staff members reviewed the pro­ gress made since the programs were developed earlier this year and outlined additional educational programs which the school has developed to meet the needs of this vital and growing trans­ portation industry. Attending the meeting were D. E. Wilson from G&H Towing Co.; R. L. Miller, National Marine Services; Hugh Howard from Interstate Oil; James Harrell, Allied Towing, and Jack Bul­ lard from Inland Tugs. Commander John Emory from the U. S. Coast Guard who is in charge of the recentlypromulgated regulations affecting licensing of towboat operators also at­ tended. SIU Vice President Paul Drozak, National Director of the Inland Boat­ men's Union, and Charles Mollard from Transportation Institute, coordi­ nated the meeting. Hazel Brown, President of the Lunde­ berg School, and Bob Kalmus, Direc­ tor of Vocational Education, reviewed the progress of the various training programs and outlined proposed im­ provements which included several new courses. Among these new courses are Instructor John Luykx works with charts and visual aids to help towboat and tug operators prepare for their examinations. I HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP UPGRADING APPLICATION radar observer, able-seaman, engineer, towboat operator and harbor pilot. I Members of the vocational and aca­ I Check program for which you aire applying: IBUSIU-A&G • demic staff attended the sessions to I -Age-;: report on the progress in their areas I Name (Middle) (First) I (Last) and to recommend further improve­ ! Address ments in the programs. (Street) The Joint Towing Industry Commit­ I tee on Education was established in -Telephone. (Area Code) (Zip) (State) April following a meeting at the Lunde­ I (City) berg School of management leaders I Book Number. —Seniority. of the major towing and barge line Port and Date Issued. companies from the Western Rivers I and the major harbors on the Atlantic ^ JRatings Now Held. Social Security #_ and Gulf coasts. At that meeting, the • Lifeboat Endorsement: Yes company officials recognized the , need I HLS (jraduate: Yes I for continuing training programs in this Dates Available For Training. I expanding industry, and they unani­ I mously approved the various programs I Am Interested In: developed by the school and presented A&G—DEEPSEA to them. I DECK ;• ENGINE STEWARD The inland waterways training pro­ ^i2M( • Electrician 12 Months Q QMED grams include recruitment and training ] DAB • AB Unlimited • FWT • Dk. Eng. • Cook & Baker of inexperienced young men for begin­ • Oiler • Jr. Eng. • Chief Cook I u Quartermaster ning jobs aboard towboats and barges • Dk.Mech. • Pumpman Q Steward and upgrading courses leading to mate, I p Lifeboatman If • Reefer • Machinist pilot and master licenses. i.-L.'.r-• n Boilermaker O Welder , • . .^ " Since the training programs began last May, more than 100 young men IBU—INLAND WATERWAYS / have been placed in rewarding jobs in the harbors and on the rivers, and TOWBOAT many towboat operators from the westrn River-Operator D RadarObserver vf em rivers and harbors have achieved nr n Mate • " •' ^ Q Inland Waterway-Operator licenses under recently-initiated Coast • Masler _, ^ _ • Ocean-Operator Guard regulations requiring all opera­ (not more than 200 miles) DPBot tors to hold valid licenses. • Ocean-Operator (over 200 miles) lUes) • Tankerman | Other programs have helped experi­ enced towboat and tugboat men to I RECORD OF SEATDWE — RIVERTIME (Show only amount achieve licenses as mate, master, pilot 1 to upgrade in rating checked above or attach letter of service, whichever is 1 and tankerman. • • •- . •. . ! SHIP OR i RATING HELD Tf I li . ' „ - iltii .... I:#!® ^ DATE OF SHIPMENT DATE DISCHARGE II I I I I 1 I I I J>ATE. ! PORTSIGNATURE. IBU Instructor Bill Dean shows class how to tighten up jockey wires using heavy-duty ratchets. On-the-joh training on hoard concrete barges sim­ ulates all operations needed to make up a tow. Safety is emphasized throughout training. September 1973 I j I ; I RETURN COMPLETE APPLICATION TO; LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER, PINEY POINT, MD. 20674 | Page 19 �fT" Grand lady of the Mississippi Saved Delta Queen to Cruise On — Life Extended to 1978 President Richard M. Nixon signed a bill into law Aug. 16 giving the historic Delta Queen, the last U.S. overnight river steamboat, a new lease on life to Nov. 1,1978. The extension, backed by both the SIU and the AFLdCIO Maal'js^ Trades Department, exempts the passenger paddlewheeler from certain provisions of the Safety at Sea Law. The President got the bill in the beginning of August after a unanimous vote of approval on the measure by the U.S. Senate just before adjournment, The House of Representatives voted unanimous approval of the Delta Queen exempting leglsla^ioa in mid-July by a voice vote. It was the fourth Congressional re­ prieve in seven years. The bill was sponsored by Congresswoman Leonor K. Sullivan (D-Mo.), chairman of the House Merchant Ma­ rine and Fisheries Committee, who had said at a hearing on the bill that failure to pass the legislation would mean that "another of our great American tradi­ tions will have passed from the scene." Without the new legislation, the 1,837-ton Delta Queen on Nov. 1 would not have been able to chum the waters of the Mississippi River and her tributaries when a three-year reprieve enacted in 1970 expired. It would have ended 160 years of paddlewheel history in the United States where thousands of steamboats used to ply the nation's rivers. ; -i wn 'U 5- M' Over the years the SIU and the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department have fought to save the 285-foot long Delta Queen from extinction. In letters to Representative Sullivan last May the union and the AFL-CIO pledged their support of the exempting legislation and urged passage of the bill. The letters pointed out the Queens place in the na­ tion's cultural heritage and noted plans to build by 1975 a modem, all-steel re­ placement for the Delta Queen "so that the riverboat tradition is not lost to this country." The historic Delta Queen chums up the waters of the mighty Mississippi River. Seafarers Welfare, Pension, and Vacation Plans Cash Benefits Paid July 27—^August 22,1973 SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN ELIGIBLES Death In Hospital Daily @ $1.00 In Hospital Daily @ $3.00 Hospital & Hospital Extras Surgical Sickness & Accident @ $8.00 Special Equipment Optical Supplemental Medicare Premiums DEPENDENTS OF ELIGIBLES Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits In Hospital Surgical Maternity Blood Transfusions Optical Special Equipment PENSIONERS & DEPENDENTS Death Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors'Visits «& Other Medical Exp Surgical Optical Blood Transfusions Special Equipment Meal Books Dental Supplemental Medicare Premiums SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM TOTALS Total Seafarers Welfare Plan Total Seafarers Pension Plan Total Seafarers Vacation Plan Total Welfare,'Pension & Vacation Page 20 Number Amount MONTH TO DATE YEAR TO DATE 11 326 200 16 3 5,588 3 243 252 146 4,597 2,908 162 42 66,140 18 2,111 599 24,472.14 326.00 600.00 1,512.55 408.00 44,704.00 1,253.45 5,523.35 1,459.10 381,797.46 4,597.00 8,724.00 30,174.45 2,694.00 529,176.00 4.618.61 45,381.29 10,007.80 317 34 107 13 4 97 — 3,913 541 1,175 201 44 1,596 1 55,879.58 863.85 14,796.50 3,800.25 218.50 4,004.20 736,877.55 14,791.57 145,324.13 50,734.39 2,454.75 34,180.42 144.00 4 131 127 21 55 — — — — 1,720 65 1,238 1,207 144 631 10 28 2,259 2 13,373 12,000.00 28,766.45 3,871.44 1,995.50 1,515.42 9,515.50 195,000.00 229,977.31 39,330.99 22,229.41 11,579.86 639.00 4,317.71 22,590.00 600.00 81,435.40 — 71 — 24,724.17 9,272 2,109 832 12,213 103,222 18,483 10,958 132,663 MONTH TO DATE YEAR TO DATE 217,485.78 2,634,101.27 503.770.00 4,432,899.51 397.871.01 5,684,593.84 $1,119,126.79 $12,751,594.62 Under the Safety at Sea Law, which calls for all-steel constmction for ves­ sels carrying more than 50 passengers overnight and calling on U.S. ports, the Delta Queen would have been forced off the river. She calls at 110 ports in 17 states on the Mississippi, Ohio, Arkansas, Ten­ nessee, Cumberland and Illinois Rivers. Built in Califomia, the Queen first ran ovemight excursions between San Francisco and Sacramento on the Sac­ ramento River. In World War II she was in the U.S. Navy ferrying troops and wounded across San Francisco Bay. In 1947 she was sold and then towed 5,000 miles through the Panama Canal to the Mississippi. Today the 6-story riverboat sails between New Orleans and St. Paul, Minn., covering 35,000 miles a year. Her home port is Cin­ cinnati. Cutters Aid Planes On Iceberg Patrol For the second consecutive time in 14 years, six Coast Guard cutters aided planes on iceberg patrol when more ' than 800 icebergs menaced North Atlantic shipping lanes in May. Last year a record number of 1,600 bergs were spotted in the trade routes. However, this year the bergs reached the shipping lanes much earlier than any other time in the past 10 years. Some 190,000 square miles below the 48th parallel icebergs became a hazard to shipping off Newfoundland's Grand Banks. Usually 300 bergs drop below the 48th parallel each year, but in March, bergs were located 900 miles east of Boston so the cutters were dispatched early. The southemmost bergs were found on a line with New York City and the eastemmost some 600 miles southeast of St. John's, Newfoundland. Seafarers Log �Lyman Hall's First SlU Voyage .'t SlU veteran Paul Clark, who sails as fireman, tends to his duties in the en­ gine room prior to the ship's payoff. A fter her first voyage as an SlU-contracted vessel, the freightship Lyman Hall paid off recently in Port Newark, N.J. Formerly known as the Samoa Bear, owned by Pacific Far East Lines, she was purchased by Waterman several months ago and crewed by the SIU in Seattle, Wash, on July 12. She took on a cargo of fruit juices and pineapple seedlings in Honolulu, Hawaii. The seedlings were unloaded in the tiny Central American country of Honduras, which is planning an experimental crop of pineapples this sea­ son to see if the country's climate is suitable for grpwing this fruit. From there it was a straight run to Port Newark where she unloaded the remainder of her cargo for the Greater New York area. Among the SIU crew manning the Lyman Hall was Seafarer-cartoonist Jim Mates whose work appeared in the April 1973 issue of the LOG. Recently, Brother Mates has been concentrating on the art of caricatures, « and uses his shipmates as subjects. The Lyman Hall will make a short intercoastal run to Mobile, New Orleans and Galveston, ^nd then on to the Far East. '• Seafarer-cartoonist Jim Mates (right) uses shipmate. Able-seaman Pete Waters, as a subject for his latest caricature. Pete seems happy with the result. The Lyman Hall's booms are at work as a patlet-load of cargo is lifted out of one of the ship's holds. September 1973 SIU Patrolman Jack Caffey (center) straightens out some beefs at the Lyman Hall's payoff in Port Newark, N.J. Page 21 �^ SIU Penskners Ch!S?m "T?; berta Ala c' SlU in 1944 foe «• « n nnllve of resides in El- in msirtheof M' fo the engine department Mississippi, Brother npai" in Birm,^gha„™Aia' ' ® °f ''oaides Boatnmn-; uS fo' l95T'in"'tV"''"'' Co^u!:^utT»"Vo'ni' My In'", 95rfofoe ^rt^f Bom rSm'^S.u^V'^f P vern Pa H. i„° j ?" m Maiin >hc po"f in '947 Clopton Liled t^n Brother mcmduringl^ating~''="- of mens Union in 1964 in th Port Arthur. Brother RPO. as cook. caumont sailed r T'" Sot^etrorinlj- man said ' ^ olBce an^giVeTtem rte olaira number ihT check-as well t address and complete ZIP codes. Also notfrr of your address changl^""'' care of the report. °®®® ® ^®^e resltnrof au'^™ Bay- ^ = '^-{onu Ala. He joined the SIU fo I'Sss^T' port of Mobile and sailed i„ m " "'^ ard department on tilebaTof enveloS additional soTaJsitS""'®^ ™^y ing the year Rnf "^y Payments dur'hantSeyoSlwl^'"'"°^™n,o« «Pon the S|i'~'^^nd don-, nly checks not due thel a^^Tu am™;hS^S''^=; $4 billion fha rearem/m, disa®w^an^t' , insurance programs survivors ccpay money at the end SSt yur caaS^UA-''-^»^o„id ba JfyourcS fcTo °° touch with your neairai"^ "'"'f"' '" office at once Thr. ^ social security placed, buT.?mS ,,W •« «check carefully when vnn your won't have to wait replaced, '^s being ®''®'" Philadelphia Baltimore ' Norfolk . ' Jersey City .' Do'™, andsaii^i„','iu'teo''''"^ork ™ 1^"S^of Ihfsm'•' oalS'r^areri'f;'N«%W'oh He native of New York ^v T"!""'' 'inger now resW« m^ """S-®='Caiif. Seafarer Bemnger^ffu veteran. ® Army Doiiiinick DiMalo , L Louisiana and now rr>c?i La. A member of the decked ^ioiet, Michigan who'^no ^ native of Ronge%fcr sr In R'ver ,1962 and manLl^trt^r-" Lakes Towing Co Rrntu ^ EdJ'n'"? tJ Great World Waf?"® " " '954 in aLrta IBU • -S-.OO p.n,_ • • 5;00 p.m. • 2'30 p.m. • 5:00 p.m. • 5:00 p.m. • 5:00 p.m. -S;-;!-??? p m. Oct. 16-7:30 ;:m: • • • •Oct. 17-7:30 p.m. 19-7:30 p.m. • • • •Oct. 19-7:30 p.m. • • •0«- 19-7:30 p.m. • Oct. 15-7:30 p.m. • Oct. 15-7:30 p.m. Railway Marine Regii„ Oct. IS-iOaT SsV"' "-l'">n.:tZZ UIW • 7:00 p.m. • 7:00 p.m. • 7:00 p.m. • 7:00 p.m. • 7:00 p.m. • 7:00 p.m. °f 'n Bast ® Norfolk. Va fo f96i:Brother foo^e a® captain for the Curt^l Co. of Norfolk ste^^ tho^Znof^Housfn ^er sailed as a deckh^d Towing Co. HeS?i^^ ton, Te*. of in Brother of Calves- Francis M. GaUanhov *;-a in Portsmouth Va^d' folk Va Ma. • • ' *f''®®'tiesinNor- 1961. BroferSn^' now lives in fltdma' TrHe''^!r!r OUver S. Anee North Carolina^w ''orn in folk, Va He f • i B'es m No" IBU a«re in mTBroth®'"!'®"'"' been sailing as an ® ° " Aoge has McAllister Bros To ""'h the 1953. "• ^""nng Co. since nndaafledasea^ratofof^tie'i:^! in fa ttifjon®I iaBcd in the deck SMWI Army veteran iron Brother Gillis has be^ ffGreat Lakes for over ISyTal^^ on the "•=« to engineer with the c£ Go. of Virginia sLro"929 I" _ • Portsmoufo. Philadelphia Pa" there fa 19fib RorE pS"'"'New Orleans, in 1957 in th?""' jo'ned the IBU 'iveofL^",^^f'«ofHouston.AnanematefortheCiHTowfo^Ca Great Ukes^Dh'trht ^f' •'°'"®^ fo® Kansas, Brother LadJ^ i, Erankfort, Mich. Port 'Sanit Ste^Xi^'" Chicago Buffalo . Du/uth . Cleveland Toledo Detroit .. Milwaukee """ Great Lakes Toe A 1^'"^" "'o SlU's yca'?yo?JS:aeT'"'"^™nan.ina n'ly payment for any moMh'v°°'^ cam over $175 nnr i! neither in your own business. work Oeap Sea • •2:30 p.m. • 2:30 p.m. • • 2:30 p.m. •2:30 p.m. , •2:30 p.m. . •2:30 p.m. . • 2:30 p.m. . • 2:30 p.m. . joined the and sailed as cook wood makes hi« h ' ?®®forer HarMich. ' '•o'ne m Frankfort, ^rtfffitr-'cssforthe secunty pay- nients. When camsocial security pa?mf for each $2 eamj± MEMBERSHIPiiiSTlllHiS' SCHEDULE I>ate I New York . • • • Oct. 8. I Philu JdphiH • • Oct. 9. Bultimore Detroit .... • -Oct. 10. • • Oct. 12. Uo;K!o;-» • Oct. 15.. N- '.". c irieans . • ybiKie ; Oct. 16.. • Oct. 17.. 'y .,neisco .. • Oct. 18.. '^e Houston E, Conner so • • In m™""- «• inineSThe SlU Inland Boatmen's Unfon in'tST^ 'J' port of New Orleans. He saited 1'" aailed a, biun'^r 'i'nck and engineer for Covie 1asst. Cooper is a life Inna f:'"®®- Brother who get social securit^pQy^""^ getting iinton. La. ^ Pj-ank^ny changes in fh^ier paries C. •Brown 4fi .c Charles L. Ma«nn t-? • «8^ estimates as soon a!™ of North Carolina u/h« ® resident of Quincy JM ^ .''^-long home in Texas City H SiU in 1962 in ?h' "® foe Earnings don't affect social c the SIU in 1955 J: ^e joined and sailed in the decked payments to people 72 ®®®""^y and saileVta tie Norfolk Joseph A ^^'"ent. earnings can nff» » ^ over. But Brother Brown is a N Pn^ment. apokesunder 72 Thev^ Payments to people SIU in 1943*inlh ' foe World War II. '' "a'cran of and sailed fn11' Vork change ^;he];':Lf-W«iX.n Zy postcard sent to all ° ^^"'"'Ss on the Seafarer Kramer is rfesfd SIl7ta "94?in®,'^'^ joined the burgh. Pa ® of Pittsand get social eSuteL""" nnd sailed aa ZZT,'" 1'°^'= <>" you? 'o'TZ^^l^^^of'tinn.a. social security check« should notif/ the mi^radonUmp^'" V Of as an "* "nlv® of "'i'"'''"i ""e IBU watchman for thraw- D**"'' was a Co. since 1948 ® ^»wfag New^S'fc ®?' « 9 native of N-I-Hrti^X^-'feafaDnmonh 6ecp sea from 1946 to ^bso. ''"'d Seafarers Log �""" . - rv v'A'r; .•:•'=.- • V > '• - •• ••• , •'. 1 ^ . ^ r - > �Meetings Digest of SlU LAFAYETTE (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 8—Chairman R. Hodges; Secretary W. G. Williams; Educational Director T. Humal; Deck Delegate P. Berthiaume; Engine Delegate E. Cox; Steward Delegate J. Calhoun. Some disputed OT in deck department. Everything running smoothly. Next port in Cambodia. GALLOWAY (Sea-Land), July 8Chairman Peter Semyk; Secretary Duke Hall; Educational Director Harold Welch. No disputed OT. If any prob­ lem with washer or dryer electrician will help. Everything running smoothly. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. FLORIDA (Hudson Waterways), July 22—Chairman Tony Palino; retary R. O'Connor. Some disputed OT in engine department. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. TRANSCHAMPLAIN (Hudson Waterways), July 1—Chairman John Bowman; Deck Delegate L. Maham; Secretary W. O. Wallace; Engine Dele­ gate R. Becraft; Steward Delegate G. R. Smith. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Next port Oakland, Calif. LA SALLE (Waterman Steamship), July 21—Chairman Edwin C. Craddock; Secretary Joseph G. Edwards; Deck Delegate J. McLean; Engine Delegate M. Havens; Steward Delegate Eladio Grajales. Some disputed OT in deck, engine and steward departments. Everything running smoothly. Next port New Orleans, La. BETHFLOR (Bethlehem Steel), July 15—Chairman J. Michael; Secre­ tary R. Clarke; Educational Director R. Gowan; Deck Delegate T. M. Crabb; Engine Delegate L. Perez; Steward Delegate P. Baker. $32 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port in Vene­ zuela. AMERICAN RICE (American Freighters), July 8—Chairman George Annis; Secretary Lauren Santa Ana; Educational Director Samuel Case Jr. Some disputed OT in deck, engine and steward departments. Everything run­ ning smoothly. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. FAIRLAND (Sea-Land), July 15Chairman L. Quantz; Secretary R. Hutchins; Deck Delegate W. McKinnon; Engine Delegate R. L. Peikert; Steward Delegate E. Blanton. No dis­ puted OT. Vote of thanks to the stew­ ard department for a job well done. KEVA IDEAL (Keva Corp.), July 15—Chairman Raymundo Gomez; Sec­ retary S. Cutierez. $9.47 in ship's fund. Need new ship antenna. Everything running smoothly. Next port Tampa, Fla. SEALAND TRADE (Sea-Land), July 15—Chairman Peter Drewes; Sec­ retary Roscoe Alford. Vote of thanks to the deck and engine departments for a job well done. Vote of thanks to. the steward department for good menu and excellently prepared food. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land), July 22 -Chairman A. Zagala; Secretary O. Smith. Some disputed OT in deck de­ partment. Everything running smoothly. Page 24 LAFAYETTE (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 15—Chairman Ray Hodges; Secretary W. G. Williams; Educational Director T. Humal; Deck Delegate P. Berthiaume; Engine Delegate E. Cox; Steward Delegate J. Calhoun. Some disputed OT in deck department. Everything running smoothly. Next port in Cambodia. OAKLAND (Sea-Land), July 11 — Chairman Fred Domey; Secretary C. N. Johnson; Educational Director J. Smitko. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. All departments to have a meeting as soon as possible to elect delegates. PHILADELPHIA (Sea-Land), July 1—Chairman C. R. Dammeyer; Secre­ tary L. Pepper, Educational Director K. Parker. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the baker for having pizza pie at coffee time. Next port Seattle, Wash. ERNA ELIZABETH (Hudson Waterways), July 1—Chairman Charles P. Johnsen; Secretary Francis E. Burley; Deck Delegate John P. Davis; Engine Delegate Oscar Figueroa; Stew­ ard Delegate Harry Collier. $9 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine department. Everything running smoothly. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. GALLOWAY (Sea-Land), July 16Chairman Peter Sernyk; Secretary D. Hall; Educational Director Harold Welch. Some disputed OT in engine department. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job welk done. Stood for one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. TRANSONEIDA (Hudson Water­ ways), July 22-Chairman J. Boland; Secretary T. Ulisse; Educational Di­ rector A. Beck; Deck Delegate T. Moose; Engine Delegate L. Thompson; Steward Delegate H. Long. No dis­ puted OT. Crew has agreed to con­ tribute $.50 per man to start a ship's fund at the end of this voyage. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Oak­ land, Calif. OVERSEAS TRAVELER (Mari­ time Overseas), July 1—Chairman L. Reinchuck; Secretary E. Hagger; Steward Delegaite George Malone. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for fine food. SEALAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land), July 1—Chairman John Davies; Secre­ tary Robert P. Marion; Educational Director Leon A. Acosta; Deck Dele­ gate E. De Bautte; Engine Delegate C. Grab; Steward Delegate J. Kelly. Some disputed OT in deck department. Next port Houston, Tex. AMERICAN EXPLORER (Hudson Waterways), July 8—Chairman John Dunn; Secretary J. Shields; Educa­ tional Director F. Harris. Some dis­ puted OT in deck department. Vote of thanks to the steward department 'for a job well done. Next port San Pedro. PITTSBURGH (Sea-Land), JiUy IChairman Stanley F. Sokol; Sroretary R. De Boissiere; Educational Di­ rector Andrew Lutey; Deck Delegate John O'Dea; Engine Delegate Wilfred P. Roux; Steward Delegate Frank Daniels. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departments. Have ice ma­ chine and TV in crew's quarters fixed. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Yokohama. SEATTLE (Sea-Land), July 2Chairman John Gianniotis; Secretary F. Carmichael; Educational Director Angelo Tselentis. Some disputed OT in deck department. Eveiything run­ ning smoothly. MAYAGUEZ (Sea-Land), July 8Chairman E. Freimanis; Secretary Jo­ seph E. Hannon. $64 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. TRANSONTARIO (Seatrain), July 8—Chairman A. H. Schwartz; Secre­ tary Roy R. Thomas; Educational Di­ rector H. E. Lane. All communications read and posted. Some disputed OT in engine department. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Guam. FLORIDA (Hudson Waterways). July 8—Chairman T. Palino; Secretary R. O'Connor. No disputed OT. Every­ thing running smoothly. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. TRENTON (Sea-Land), July 4Chairman Alber N. Ringuette; Sec­ retary J. P. Mar. $9.70 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Elizabeth, N.J. Los Angeles Committee The ship^s eommittee on board Uie Lo» Angeles (Sea-Land) gets together during the payoff in Port Elizabeth, N,J. From left are: Jim Fultz, deck delegate; Earl Brannan, chairman; Paul Lopez, secretary-reporter; Linton Reynolds, engine delegate, and Eldon Cullerton, steward delegate. YELLOWSTONE (Ogden Marine), July 8-Chairman J. C. Baudoin; Sec­ retary B. Rucker, Educational Director H. Mullett. $2 in ship's fund. Vote of thanks to the deck department for the interest in taking down the U.S. flag and folding same. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Dakar. DE SOTO (Waterman Steamship), July 8-Chairman Florence Foster; Secretary W. Braggs; Educational Di­ rector R. Zeller. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. CONNECTICUT (Ogden Marine), July 1-Chairman Carl Lineberry; Secretary Jimmie Bartlett; Educational Director Rufus Breeden. $.50 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine de­ partment. Vote of thanks to the stew­ ard department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port St. James, La. BROOKLYN (Sea-Land), July 8Chairman A. Atkinson; Secretary J. Mojica; Educational Director C. Luis. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port in Puerto Rico. PANAMA (Sea-Land), July 1Chairman C. Perreira; Secretary Herb Knowles; Deck Delegate V. C. Dowd; Engine Delegate G. Byoff; Steward Delegate R. R. Poovey. Some dis­ puted OT in deck department. Held a general discussion on crew welfare. Next port Oakland, Calif. MILLICOMA (Hudson Waterways), July 8—Chairman P. Burntte; Secre­ tary V. L. Swanson; Educational Di­ rector G. Bryn. $11.17 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Beaufort, N.C. SCHUYLKILL (Hudson Water­ ways), July I—Chairman Charles V. Majette; Secretary W. W. Reid; Edu­ cational Director B. E. Stockmon. No disputed OT. Get air conditioner for room if possible and electric water heater for tea drinkers. Everything run­ ning smoothly. Next port Jacksonville, Fla. FALCON PRINCESS (Falcon Tankers), July 15—Chairman L. J. Pate; Secretary C. White. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Ob­ served one minute of silence in mem­ ory of our departed brothers. VENTURE (Sea-Land), July 15Chairman C. Boyle; Secretary E. Vieira; Educational Director A. Abrams. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to F. McFaul for operating the movie camera for the benefit of the crew. Next port Houston, Tex. STEEL EXECUTIVE (Isthmian Lines), July 12—Chairman J. Ken­ nedy; Secretary C. Loper; Engine Dele­ gate Francis F. Gomez; Steward Dele­ gate Emanuel Louie. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Next port Durban, S.A. SAN FRANCISCO (Sea-Land), July 15—Chairman B. Wienberg; Sec­ retary J. Albono; Educational Direc­ tor B. Waddell; Engine Delegate W. Walton. $43 in ship's fund. Some dis­ puted OT in steward department. Everything running smoothly. Seafarers Log �OVERSEAS BULKER (Maritime Overseas), July 1-Chairman Ballard Browning; Secretary N. Hatgimisios; Educational Director Raymond Shaynick. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Observed one min­ ute of silence in memory of our de­ parted brothers. PENNMAR (Calmar Lines), July 8Chairman W. Cofone; Secretary S. Berger; Educational Director B. Sears; Steward Delegate Robert Cook. $2.05 in ships fund. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the deck department for cleaning pantry, messroom. Also, a vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for good food and good service. OVERSEAS VALDEZ (Maritime Overseas), July 7-Chairman C. C. Olesen; Secretary V. Douglas; Educa­ tional Director Don D. White; Deck Delegate George P. Hamilton; Engine Delegate Robert J. Young; Steward Delegate Earl W. Pippin. $40,55 in ship's fund. Letter from headquarters concerning OT was read and accepted. Vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. BRADFORD ISLAND (Steuart Tankers), July 15—Chairman Teddy R. McDuffie; Secretary T. Caspar; Educational Director John P. Scheifer; Deck Delegate T. Fleming; Engine Delegate Ed La Plante; Steward Dele­ gate J. Skoglung. $41 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. A new washing machine and dryer to be ordered and icemaker to be re­ paired! Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Lyman Hall Ship's Committee During the payoff of the Lyman Hall (Waterman) in Port Newark, N. J., the 8hip*8 committee gathers in the g^ley. From left are: Bill Sideroff, deck delegate; Jim Morton, secretary-reporter; Hans Lee, chairman; Robert Cossibo, educational director, and Frank Rylance, engine delegate. Penn Champion Committee DELTA ARGENTINA (Delta Lines), July 3-Chairman Ewing A. Rihn; Secretary Dario P. Martinez; Educational Director T. Tobiss; Deck Delegate Gordon L. Davis; Engipe Delegate Oscar R. Bird; Steward Dele­ gate Jose F. Santiago. $5.63 in ship's fund. Held a discussion on require­ ments and opportunity of employment on new and more advanced vessels especially in the engine department through use of upgrading facilities at Piney Point. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Belem, Brazil. DEL ORG (Delta Lines), July IChairman G. A. Burch; Secretary C. Shirah; Educational Director Deagro; Deck Delegate J. Thrasher. En­ gine Delegate H. Boship; Steward Delegate M. Dunn. Some disputed OT in deck, engine and steward depart­ ments. Everything running smoothly. Next port New Orleans, La. LOS ANGELES (Sea-Land). July 8Chairman Earl J. Brannan; Secre­ tary P. P. Lopez; Educational Director Victor A. Cover; Deck Delegate James W. Fultz; Engine Delegate John A. Sullivan; Steward Delegate Thomas Hankins. Some disputed OT in stew­ ard department. Everything running smoothly. DELTA PARAGUAY (Delta Lines), July 8—Chairman Peter D. Sheldrake; Secretary C. J. Mitchell; Educational Director Frank Wi Chavers; Deck Delegate Frank Leonard; Engine Dele­ gate Elvert Welsh; Steward Delegate Ellis D. Strait. $12.45 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck depart­ ment. A vote of thanks to the dele­ gates of all departments and to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memoiy of our departed brothers. SEATRAIN GEORGIA (Seatrain Lines), July 15—Chairman T. Rich­ ards; Secfetary G. M. Wright; Educa­ tion^ Director J. S. Metcale. No dis­ puted OT. Grew requested to start a fi«d for movies. Next port Kwajelein Idaiid fwifliK MRK VICIORY (Ecologicid), 45-Chainnan R. A. Lard; Si^etify C. Gibson. Some dis­ puted OT in deck, engine and steward departments. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Demonstration held by bosun to Impress on all hands the danger of a spark of any kind on deck. Cargo we are carrying is very flammable. DEL SOL (Delta Lines), July 8Chairman R. Chiasson; Secretary A. Rudnick; Educational Director U. Sanders. $20 in movie fund. $9.50 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine and steward departments. Re­ quested suggestions to be brought at Junior safety meeting to be forwarded to Senior safety meeting. Everything running smoothly. SEA-LAND EXCHANGE (SeaLand), July 4—Chairman Frank Teti; Secretary T. R. Goodman; Educational Director W. J. Dunnigan; Steward Delegate Clark Wilson. $10 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Would like more reading material. EAGLE TIIAVELER (United Ma- Aitarm WmU CoaUnm, tbe/omes (J-River Transport) pays off in the Port LONG BEACH (Sea-Land), July 15Chairman J. Channisian; Secretary Robert W. Ferrandiz; Educational Di­ rector Robert Hanley. Some disputed OT in steward department. All com­ munications posted. Everything run­ ning smoothly. IBERVILLE (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 7-Chairman Donald Chest­ nut; Secretary Harvey M. Lee; Educa­ tional Director H. H. Johnson; Engine Delegate Joseph J. Logan Jr.; Steward Delegate James W. Thomas. $1 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Every­ thing running smoothly. CITRUS PACKER (Waterman Steamship), July I—Chairman G. Corelli; Secretary J. Prestwood; Educa­ tional Director F. Diaz. Some disputed OT in engine and steward depart­ ments. Vote of thanks to deck depart­ ment and entire crew by steward de­ partment for helping keep inesshall and pantry clean. Also, ar i^te of thanks to the steward depafteient for a job well done. Qbserved ol^^^ fninute pf-silence in memo^of etir^^^departad broHiers. Next Oiliiis, La. NOONBAY^fWatemiait^S^ship), July 22—.Chaipnan Elmeffl|ilitihill; Secretary W^er L^escovid^V fegine Delegate James K. Brannan. $58 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. The bosun and crew gave a vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Manila, P.I. TALLULAH (Hudson Waterways), July 29—Chairman P. G. Wingfield; Secretary R. Hannibal; Educational Director J. Orsini. No disputed OT. Brother Hannibal held a discussion and suggested that all brothers learn how to ofjerate the oxygen tank for emergency. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. SEATRAIN OHIO (Hudson Water­ ways), July 22—Chairman W. Zajanc; Secretary P. Franco; Educational Di­ rector J. Payne; Deck Delegate Eugenoio Oya; Engine Delegate Fred V. Vogler; Steward Delegate Joe Larty. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to all brothers. Everything running smoothly. SEA-LAND COMMERCE (SeaLand), July 22-Chairman Gene Dakin; Secretary W. J. Moore; Educa­ tional Director William Haeter; Deck Detente H. Pacheco; Engiq^^lcgate tyei^^l^os Rey«. OT. Eve^thing running smoothly. ... eduraWiiAiR tor; Richard Risbeck, cn^e delegate, and Robert Rowe, steward delegate. )T. Pfetyi^ing ruoii(ii|| imootli^ ly. Next port Seattle, Wash. . September 1973 flMdUp** eoauBktee 4M iMwrd the PewiNSIlimpio* <FeaAi ^typing) has jwttltiiiBiaWi Kiwee ahe ••InhArti gndn and teak M •wgo Miteaet WRife ^ater^ tew-etary aapoater^Jiidc Jaaao, atewaawl delegate; Boh Birmingham,dHdrman; John Rouse, giae d^cgaSs and Lester PeppeW, ed«m:timsrf direeter. James Ship's Committee f:jn,-RMiiiniiiil«^)siinp. ,::.7 Page 25 �yWioney Due From SS Jian The following ex-crewmembers of the SS Jian have money due them. They should contact union Headquarters immediately at 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y, 11232, telephone 499-6600. SOCIAL SECURITY NO. - NAME i : Edmond L. Cain Jr. . v. Geor^ Fossett ..,. > , Rudolph G. Dean .... 0aude A. Brown »•• Carmelo Attard ... ^ i........... Robert F. Wurzler .. v.,......... James D. Smith ................ Reginald Newbury .. .. .Vv... Francis X. Keelan ............... James Lewis ... ;.... v..., Joseph Horahan Ulus S. Veach Jr. .........—...., (; . { J ....... 219-18-8277 212-09-7952 230-60-7645 562-18-2467 064-12-4389 130-18-1598 215-34-8307 461-01-7486 267-01-1229 528-24-4349 183-34-3701 242-40-0771 * • a '• '• ,• . n, :'l Jfinal departures; William D. Hopkins, 45, expired Jvme 6 from injuries sustained in an accidental fall on the Trenton (SeaLand) off Yokohama, Japan. Bom in Alabama, he was a resident of San Pedro, Calif, at the time of his death. He joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Mobile and sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Hopkins was a wounded Army veteran of the Korean War. Sur­ viving are his widow. Clean; his mother, Ruth and a son, William. Richard C. Hopkins, 47, died June 3 of a heart attack on the Merrimac off Lorenzo Marques, Portuguese East Africa. Bom in California, he had lived in Los Angeles. Brother Hopkins joined the SIU in 1969 sailing in the deck de­ partment. He was an Army veteran of World War II and also a Navy veteran. Surviving are his widow, Evelyn, his mother, Mrs. Irene HopUns; a sister, Dottie; a stepson, Tom and two step­ daughters, Charlotte and Gaynell. SIU Pensioneji Lids E. Gntierez, 70, passed away on Nov. 10. A native of Chile, he was a resident of Staten Island, N.Y. at the time of his death. He jpined the SljU in 1946 in the Port of New York and sailed as bosun. Brother Gutierez was buried at Sailors Snug Harbor Cemetery on Staten Island. Peter J. Holland, 16, was lost March 31 off the Yellowstone (Ogden Marine) in the Mississippi River. He was a re­ cent graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at Piney Point, Md. Bom in Newport, R.I., he had resided in Jamestown, R.I. Brother Hol­ land joined the SIU in January and had sailed in the engine department. Inter­ ment was in Riverside Cemetery, James­ town, R.I. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Holland Jr., and an uncle, Nathaniel Smith. John J. Marchaino, 44, died June 1 in Cleveland, Ohio. Bom in Ohio, he resided in Cleveland at the time of his death. Brother Marchaino joined the SlU-affiliated Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Region in 1963 in the port of Cleveland sailing in the deck depart­ ment. He was an Army veteran. Burial was in West Park Cemetery, Cleveland. Surviving are his widow, Mary; two daughters, Diana and Josephine and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rosa Marchaino. SIU Pensioner Thomas Lowe, 68, passed away on Feb. 11 at the USPHS hospital on Staten Island. He was a resident of Sailors Snug Harbor at the time of his death. Brother Lowe joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Boston and sailed as bosun. He was buried at Mount Hope Cemetery in Boston. Editor, SEAFARERS LOG, 675 Fourth Are., Brooklyn, N. Y. 11232 I would like to receive the SEAFARERS LOG—please put my name on your mailing list. (Prim InJormaUon) NAME I ADDRESS CITY I STATE, ZIP. SIL7-IBU members please give: Soc. Sec. # ^ / Bk# TO AVOID DUPLICATION: If you are an old subscriber and have a change of address, i lease give your former address below or send mailuig label from last' issue received. ADDRESS CITY Page 2fi STATE. ZIP SIU pensioner Hilarlon Aquio, 75, passed away May 11 in the Philippines. Born in the Philippines, he had lived in San Francisco at the time of his death. Brother Aquio joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of New York. He sailed in the steward department and was a Navy veteran of World War I. Interment was in Magdalena Laguna Cemetery, the Philippines. Surviving is a son, Clement L. Aquio of the Philippines. Archie F. Carter, 55, died July 15 in Tampa, Fla. Bom in Alabama he had resided in Tampa. He joined the SIU • i 1943 in the port of Norfolk. Brother Carter sailed in the deck department. Surviving is his widow, Sally. SIU pensioner Ben L. Bone, 64, passed away July 17 in Baltimore. Bom in South Carolina he had lived in Balti­ more at the time of his death. Seafarer Bone joined the union in 1957 in the port of New York and sailed in the engine department. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Burial was in Silverbrook Cemetery, Anderson, N.C. Surviving is his mother, Susie. Henry O. Cooper, 72, died July 16 in Norfolk. He had lived in South Nor­ folk at the time of his death. Brother Cooper joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Norfolk. He was a Navy veteran. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. William P. Vaught. SIU pensioner Constantin Dobrovolsky, 79, passed away May 27 in Pompano Beach, Fla. Born in Russia, he had lived in Pompano Beach. Brother Dobrovolsky joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of Mobile artd had sailed as a carpenter. Survivors are his widow, Anna and a niece, Tania Bellinsky. SIU Pensioner Michael Loretto, 79, passed away on July 8. Born in Italy, he was a resident of Bayside, N.Y. at the time of his death. Brother Loretto joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of New York and sailed as chief cook. He served in the U.S. Army for 12 years from 1917 to 1929. He was buried at Long Island National Cemetery in Farmingdale, N.Y. Among his surviv­ ors is his wife, Josephine. Change of Address m Or ^ewjiub^d^ ) Vincent Sacco, 28, died accidentally on July 9. He usually sailed as an AB aboard deep sea vessels but was serv­ ing on an IBU tug at the time of. his death off the coast of Virginia. Brother Sacco was a native of New York City and had resided in Brooklyn, N.Y. He joined the SIU in 1969 in the port of New York. He was a U.S. Army Viet­ nam . veteran and a graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship. Burial was in Greenwood Ceme­ tery, Brooklyn, N.Y. Surviving are his father, Anthony; his mother, Gaetana; two brothers, Michael and Joseph and three sisters, Marie, Anne and Ida. Orvai T. Hatfield, 65, was killed in an auto accident on June 10. A native of Kansas, he was a resident of Seattle, Wash, at the time of his death. He joined the union there in 1951 and sailed in the steward department. Among his survivors is his brother, William. Charles W. Johnson, 55, passed away on May 25. A native of New Jersey, he was a resident of Burlington, W. Va. at the time of his death. Brother Johnson joined the SIU in 1947 and sailed in the deck department. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Among his survivors is his Sister, Ruth. Hizam M. Jahr was lost at sea May 10, 1971 off the Western Clipper near the Cape of Good Hope. Bom in Yemen, he had lived in Brooklyn, N.Y. Brother Jabr sailed in the steward de­ partment. Surviving are his widow, Ghafra; two sons, Amin and Ilyas; two daughters, Nassara and Rayisa and a brother, Saleh Mohamed Jabr, all of Yemen. Carl Johnson, 63, died May 5. Born in Wisconsin, he had lived in Bay City, Mich, at the time of his death. Brother Johnson joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Detroit and sailed in the engine department. Burial was in Floral Gar­ dens Cemetery, Bay City. Surviving is his widow. Hazel. Caryl E. Masters, 47, passed away Feb. 8, 1972 in Seattle, Wash. Bom in Iowa, he was a longtime resident of Seattle. Brother Masters joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of Seattle and sailed in the engine department. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Inter­ ment was in Rose City Cemetery, Port­ land, Ore. Surviving is his son, George. Clement E. Myers Jr., 29, died Jan. 20, 1970 in New Orleans. Bom in New Orleans, he had lived in Yonkers, N.Y. Brother Myers joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New York and sailed in the deck department. He was an Army veteran. Burial was in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery, New Orleans. Surviving are his widow, Lynette; a son, Clement and his father, Clement E. Myers Sr. George A. Melton, 58, passed away April 24, in Rocky Mount, N.C. Bom in North Carolina, he was a lifelong resident of that state. He joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia and sailed as a tankerman. Interment was in Rocky Mount Memorial Park Cemetery, N.C. Surviv- , ing are a son, Roger and his mother, Mattie. Kenneth J. Nelson, 31, died May 28 in Corpus Christi, Tex. He was a native and lifelong resident of Texas. Brother Nelson joined the SlU-IBU in 1972 in the port of Houston and sailed in the deck department. Burial was in Port Aransas Cemetery, Tex. Surviving are his widow, Mary; a son, Kimberly; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Nel­ son and a brother, Steve. SIU pensioner Hennan P. Earth, 68, passed away April 14 in Punta Gorda, Fla. Born in Philadelphia, he had lived in New Jersey and Florida. Brother Barth joined the SIU-afl51iated Railway Marine Region in 1963 in the port of New York and sailed in the deck de­ partment. Interment was in Methodist Cemetery, Morris County, N.J. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Stella and a daughter, Mrs. M. Kiverchuck. Rohert S. Cunningham^ 55^ (jied Nov. 18 aboard the Rambam. A native of Waltham, Mass., he was a resident of New Orleans, La. at the time of his death. He joined the SIU there in 1969 and sailed in the deck department. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Among his survivors is his father, Joseph. John D. Hephner, 68, passed away on Oct. 23 at the USPHS hospital in Galveston. Born in Mt. Holly, N.J., he was a resident of New Orleans, La. at the time of his death. He joined the SIU there in 1956 and sailed as able-seaman. Brother Hephner was buried at Morgan Cemetery in Palmyra, N.J. Among his survivors is his sister, Myrtle. Seafarers Log �Lake Michigan tery Ship y'' '" y", / • y'y rriHE only survivor amongst thousands of sailX ing schooners which once plied the Great Lakes during the westward expansion of the United States in the 19 th century — carrying lumber, grain, ore and immigrants — has been brought to the surface again to become a floating marine museum. After almost two years of hard salvage work, the well-preserved wreck was lifted from the 110foot depths of Lake Michigan's Green Bay near the Wisconsin border. The mystery ship is thought to be the Alvin Clark on the basis of artifacts found in her hold. She was built in 1846 and lost in a storm in 1864. The Alvin Clark lay on the bottom until No­ vember, 1967 when the alewife trawler Dellie W., fishing in the middle of frigid Green Bay off Chamber's Island, had her net foul on the bow­ sprit and foremast of the sunken schooner. Finding it impossible to free the trawl, the fish­ ing boat's crew cut the warps and buoyed the net. Scuba divers attempting to release the net dis­ covered the hulk was a wooden sailing vessel 100 feet long, lying upright and virtually intact. In 1969 they decided to salvage the wreck even though 105 years of silt had filled the ship's hold to the gunwales. With the loan of a 130-foot converted landing ship called Cleo's Barge, the volunteer salvage crew began to remove the schooner's 60 tons of accumulated silt. This monumental task took almost all of 1969. The silt was pumped out of the hold via a hose with screens at both ends to trap artifacts em­ bedded in the muck. As the artifacts were sorted out by the divers and the salvage crew, the shroud of mystery which had enveloped the wreck began to lift. One recovered artifact, a stencil with the name "Cray," was the real clue to the ship's identity. Research in local newspaper editions of June, 1864 which reported the foundering of the schooner Alvin Clark off Chamber's Island in Green Bay also listed two survivors of the sink­ ing, one of whom was a Michael J. Cray. Further investigation turned up the fact that Cray had served in the Union Army in the Civil War. Later, pumped-out silt uncovered some brass buttons from a Union Army uniform. Old records revealed that the Alvin Clark's measure­ ments checked with the wreck's dimensions of 105 feet, 8 inches long with a 25-foot, 4 inch beam and a draft of 9 feet, 4 inches. The centerboard schooner was built at Trenton, Mich, on the Detroit River by a John Pearson Clark who named the ship after his son. Her last owner was a Capt. Francis B. Higgie of the Lake Anchor winch (above) on foredeck of the Alvm Clark. (Below) Hand crank used to raise the wreck. Michigan port of Racine, Wise. Evidence showed that before Higgie bought her, the ship trafficked in illegal timber cut on federal lands in upper Michigan. A story in the "Green Bay Advocate" of June 30, 1864 said that the Alvin Clark was sailing lightly loaded for Oconto, Wise., to load on lum­ ber for Chicago when she was struck by an imusual squall. The savage tempest tore trees from their roots, knocked down fences and picked up the water before it, then dropped the watery weight hundreds of feet ahead, the news­ paper account reported. Local historians theorized that the schooner was caught with all sails set in this freak, tornado­ like storm and capsized. The ship's captain, mate and a crewmember were lost. Interestingly, another artifact which saw the light of day was a stone crock full of the world's oldest edible cheese. A University of Wisconsin laboratory said the cheese was well preserved by the more than century-old silt and the chilly 40 degree average water temperature. Other recov­ ered artifacts included a rifle, an ax, belaying pins, a hammer, pots, a lamp and a pair of shoes. Following the removal of the silt in the spring of 1969, it took two weeks to unstep the masts by driving out the mast wedges in the deck so the hull could be raised with cable slings from the salvage barge above. Curved sections of aluminum tubing were then jetted under the hull through which a %-inch manila line was passed. An inch of wire rope was then pulled through to make the slings. To avoid damage to the shifting wood hull during the lift, hand-powered winches were used instead of machine-powered winches. Four winches with specially constructed threeman hand cranks were mounted on the barge. On each winch three sheaves were made fast to the slings and two sheaves were attached to the barge. Then the %-inch lifting cable was made fast to the barge and rove first through a sling sheave, then up through a barge sheave, then back down again to the winch. This made for an even, level lift as well as increasing the ship's purchase. A dozen volunteers cranked the winches in continuous rotation. A hundred turns of the crank raised the hulk 5 inches. All told, 75 men labored 17 hours to bring up the ship beneath the barge's bottom. When the hull was up 40 feet, the barge was towed up the Menomenee River into port to a dock where the hull was set on the river bottom and her slings tied to four cranes. While a bat­ tery of pumps emptied the water from the wreck's hold, the cranes lifted the ship to the surface. Then a plastic fence was put around the floating ship to stop the fast, dry out of the excellently-preserved wood planking. Two hun­ dred feet of forged chain for the ship's foredeck anchor winch were later found in the chain locker below. Today, the Alvin Clark is moored in a manmade Green Bay lagoon at Menomenee, Mich, where she'll be the center of an 1850's Great Lakes seaport reconstruction when the ancient sailing ship is completely restored to her former heyday of appearance. A noted marine historian commenting on the "recovery of the Alvin Clark said the feat is of far greater importance than a few gold coins and a hull fragment of some supposed 'treasure ship' and that we will now be able to put together a great part of the real, workaday cargo ship of the past. Photos by Ryck Lydecker Aft cabin had five rooms for skipper and crew. �SEAFARERS LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION* ATLANTIC,GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT•AFL-CIO '^">•10 Scholarships ler^- 11No 19 K 20Co 21 Sc 37 Rb 38 Sr 39 55Cs 56Ba see below 87Fr see below .gRa 22 Ti 40 Zr 57-71 72 Hf 89 .0^'^ Ao>^ \)^ts e^'i 'US tVve vjits. 41 A ppiicadons are now being accepted for the five $10,000 SRJ College Scholarships to he awaded next May. Each winner will receive the $10,000 grant, payable over a period of four years, to pursue a chosen field of study at any accredited college in the United States or its territories. Application forms may he obtained at any SIU hall, or by writing to SIU Scholarships, Administrator, 275 20th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215. Deadline for the return of applications is April 1,1974. Eligihility rules make the contest open to: * Seafarers who have three years seatime aboard SlU-contracted ships. * Dependents of Seafarers who meet the seatime requirements. * Dependents of deceased Seafarers, providing the Seafarers had accumulated sufficient seatime before death. Dependents of de­ ceased Seafarers must he less than 19 years of age at die time they apply. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of Ugh school grades and scores adileved on either the College Entrance Examination Boards (SAT only), or the American College Tests. Exam dates for the upcoming College Boards are Nov. 3, Dec. 1 and Feb. 2. For the American College Tests the dates are Oct. 20, Dec. 8 and Feb. 23. Additional Information on the SAT's may be obtained by writing the College Boards at either. Box 592, Princeton, N.J. 08540, or. Box 1025, Berkeley, Calif. 94701. For the American College Tests the address is Box 168, Iowa City, Iowa 52240. The 1973 winners, who are this month embarking on their college careers, bring to 102 the number of recipients who have been awarded SIU scholarsUps since the program began in 1953. John M. Gallagher, Jr. is this month beginning at Philadelphia's Drexel University; Vassillos LIvanos Is attending Stevens Institute of Technology In Hoboken, NJ.; John K. Paulsen starts at the CamegleMellon University In Pittsburg, Pa., and Frederick A. PeUer, Jr. begins at Louisiana State University In Baton Rouge. • ..I � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1973 Description An account of the resource Headlines: NIXON SEES PIPELINE, SUPERPORTS EASING ENERGY BITE ACCEPT CONSTITUTION COMMITTEE REPORT ALASKA PIPELINE - FINAL APPROVAL ANOTHER CLASS OF RECERTIFIED BOSUNS GRADUATES SCIENTISTS SAVE STRICKEN SEAFARER'S LIFE ULTRAMAR, SUGAR ISLANDER OFF ON MAIDEN VOYAGES ABOARD THE TANKER TALLULAH DELTA SUD LAUNCHED IN NEW ORLEANS MERCHANT MARINE ACT PROVIDES NEW GREAT LAKES ORE CARRIER SIU HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM AVAILABLE TO SEAFARERS IMPORTANT LEGISLATION AWAITS FURTHER ACTION REP. ADDABBO HAILS SIU'S PINEY POINT ACHIEVEMENT AFL-CIO VOWS TO DEFEND THE RIGHTS OF LABOR BRITISH SEA VOLUNTEERS SAVE 100,000 MARITIME LIVES SIU MANNED ROGER M KYES LAUNCHED ON GREAT LAKES REP. GIAIMO CITES ROLE OF U.S. MERCHANT MARINE PANAMA INSLIDE LABOR ENERGY CRISIS HIGH OIL PROFITS, LOW TAXES THE LIFE YOU SAVE EXPAND IBU TRAINING PROGRAM FOR OCEAN, INLAND WATERWAY DELTA QUEEN TO CRUISE ON - LIFE EXTENDED TO 1978 LYMAN HALL'S FIRST SIU VOYAGE CASH SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS EARLY LAKE MICHIGAN'S MYSTERY SHIP: A MYSTERY NO MORE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1973 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXV, No. 9 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text 1973 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/733f3e4dcf918c47a7ff22c73ee682e1.PDF 129fc9dfe1562a23aa579005026ec6f4 PDF Text Text •••Ir i| . .-'V Mr i-'- • • 'A^i /si'' m -; - \ :f • nt. '•% l-'.f ^ . •• f p i pI ^ • ' t ^1 •f / i -• I ? f £®' V' •a* i'1- •••s'-4isr^: •r.-v: *• 'I : - •, I'.l -• . - i • i# •;' '••^• \. ^''•;4''.)^i,.'"?P'V .'4 • \\ ,..V^ V »ri-' ,, • i-'J# •• 'iV iiSit'r -"••'l', -'-'l'. si'";»L^,o.t i .1 'T:i vJ»Vr'^ > •'• i. '. t .i.i_iJlui--.l:.i-'i.iLJ=iJ-i-XA2. .'• - �More iMCO Participation Urged I'-'v. ITF Conference Af fended by Vice President Shepard SIU Vice President Bull Shepard has just returned from the 31st Congress of the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) held in Stockholm, Sweden. Joining representatives from trans­ portation unions of 80 nations. Vice President Shepard spent a week hearing reports on the ITF's past activities, formulating new international trans­ portation labor policy and considering resolutions made by the various unions. Among the resolutions heard by the Congress was a motion sponsored by the SIU and other U.S. trade unions calling for an investigation of multi­ national companies. Accepted by the Congress, the mo­ tion provides for an ITF conference to formulate an international labor course of action to deal with these companies. This ITF Congress also passed a resolution calling for more maritime union participation in the various na­ tional delegations sent to the United Nations' Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative Organization (IMCO) conferences. Aside from ITF members who also belong to their national IMCO delega­ tions, the ITF sends its own delegation to various IMCO meetings. This dele­ gation, unlike the various governmental delegations, does not have a vote on any of IMCO's committees, but it does act as an advisor representing interna­ tional seafaring unions and as a watch­ dog for seafarers welfare. At present, this ITF delegation to IMCO is watching with particular in­ terest the Maritime Safety Committee, and its Sub-Committee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping, as this committee formulates international .standards for the training and qualifica­ tions of unlicensed watch standers in the engine and deck departments. Realising the importance of interna-^ tional regulations in protecting the weN fare of Seafarers, the SIU has always taken an active role in the U.S. dele­ gation attending the various IMCO meetings. This November, SIU Vice President Shepard will be an official member of the U.S. delegation sent to IMCO's Maritime Safety Committee session, a meeting In which the U.S. delegation will suggest international minimum qualifications for unlicensed personnel, which has received the sup­ port of the ITF and many maritime unions. Among other maritime i.ssues consid ered were motions accepted by the 31st Congress dealing with manning scales, training standards, safety and the con­ demnation of runaway flag ships. U.S. Pension Bill Is Signed Into Law President Ford signed into law the Pension Reform Act of 1974, on Labor Day, Sept. 2. The Law's provisions are most de­ tailed and cover several hundred pages. A complex and intricate Law, it will be further expanded upon by regulations to be adopted by the Secretary of Labor and the Treasury Department after pub­ lic hearings. Upon adoption of regulations, gov­ ernmental st^ appointed to administer the Law will issue initial opinions and definitions. At that time the LOG will publish a detailed analysis of the mate­ rial then available discussing and ex­ plaining the Law and how it applies to Seafarers. Much of the Law's regulatory provi­ the PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Finally It Comes Down to You, the Seafarer To All Brother Seafarers: The United States maritime industry has come a long way in the past few years. We have achieved many signifi­ cant victories in our nation's law-making body in Wash­ ington, D.C.—victories which have given the industry the long-needed spark to get the productive maritime machinery rolling again. Our first major battle for a modern, revitalized, globally competitive U.S. merchant.marine was brought to a successful conclusion four years ago with the passage of the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. The bill has already Jolted our once sinking shipbuilding industry into its greatest construction boom in the history of peacetime America. And you, as Seafarers, are manning the majority of the new ships built under the Act. As vastly important as the 1970 Act was—and con­ tinues to be today—the fight was Just beginning. Two years later, we took another significant step forward in achieving our goal for the U^S. merchant marine by promoting and winning support for a precedent setting bilateral shipping agreement with Russia for the grain/oil run. Dozens of ships under contract to the SIU are now plying this important trade route—dozens of ships which otherwise would be laid up. The agreement also provides a sions will have little impact upon Sea­ farer Plans because for years our Plans have been subject to regulation by the New York State Insurance Department. Very few states had such laws, so for their Plans—not headquartered in New York—the changes may be significant. Pending detailed discussion of the Law in the LOG in the near future, the following are significant highlights: 1. All Plans are required to file on government forms, details of their oper­ ations and financial conditions with the Secretary of Labor, with copies to the members. This provision is effective Jan. 1, 1975. Seafarer Plans have for many years been essentially doing this according to New York State Insurance Law. Similarly, for Trustees acting as fiduciaries in the administration of a Plan, the new Federal law also makes this procedure standard, starting Jan. 1, 1974. However, again, as to Seafarer Plans, this has been the standard for many years under New York law. 2. Vesting, which is crediting and as­ suring a person of certain years of serv­ ice certain amounts of pension benefit, is required by the Law. There are three alternative formulas for achieving vested pension rights under the Law. Detailed comments concerning these formulas will shortly be published in the LOG. The' vesting provisions generally are effective Dec. 31, 1975 and under these vesting provisions all covered persons Continued on Page 10 pattern for future bilateral treaties with other nations with whom the U.S. trades. No more than a year later, we again moved closer to our goal with final Congressional approval of the TransAlaska Pipeline. The full impact of the Pipeline bill will not be felt for several years; but there is no question that it will_provide thousands of Jobs for American mari­ time workers in our shipyards, the refineries and on board American-flag vessels for years to come. Our victories have never come easily—we have always had to fight against tremendous opposition. Yet, this month, with the passage in the U.S. Senate of the Energy Transportation Security Act we have succeeded in overcom­ ing the greatest odds we have ever faced. Although final victory will not be realized until the bill is signed and its provisions implemented, we have dealt the once invin­ cible oil giants their first major defeat in their mono­ polistic history. There is no question that we have many friends in both the labor movement and in Congress who support us in our fights. But, who is it that really deserves the true credit? In the final analysis, it is you—and only you--the individual Seafarer through your donations to SPAD, and your strong backing of the Union's programs, who is now and always has been, the backbone of our legislative battles. Through your unwavering support of^SPAD, you have given this Union the necessary political punch to carry on a continuing fight to rebuild the neglected U.S. maritime industry, and thereby make a better life for all of us and our families. And, it is' through your continued support of SPAD that we will be able to bring the Oil Imports Quota Bill to its final fruition, and then move forward again in other vital areas. I extend my profound and sincere thanks to each and every one of you, who has so undauntingly supported the SIU in achieving our common goals for a better life and a better industry. Fraternally, Paul Hall Change of address cards^on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic. Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District AFL-rio #;7«5 Pn..rfh New York 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N. Y. Vol. XXXVI, No. 9. September 1974i district, AFL CIO, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, Page 2 • /'• • » ) s -• »( • Seafarers Log �•'IS;'" Oil Import Bill Passes Senate by Vote of 42-28 14 WASHINGTON — It was another major victory for the SIU —and aU American seamen — when the Senate this month passed the Energy Trans­ portation Security Act of 1974. The vote which came on Sept. 5 after two days of debate was 42-28. Earlier this • year, the bill was passed by the House of Representatives by an overwhelming vote of 266-136. The measure now goes to a HouseSenate Conference Committee where differences between the two versions of '• r\ "ri: 4 'h' f! .. •j,r • "The Seafarers Union supports this bllL I am glad the Seafarers Union sup­ ports this bill, because I think the bill is ri^ht and I think they are a good onion. If I could have only one onion supporting me in the State of Louisiana, I would pick the Seafarers Union. Let me state that these people have some influence. I am happy to say so.** Senator Russdl B. Long (D-La.) the bill will be worked out. It is ex­ pected that the final bill will-be ready for President Ford's signature within four weeks. The bill provides that 20 percent of the nation's petroleum imports — in­ cluding crude oil and residual fuel oil —will be carried on U.S.-flag ships. The import quota requirement will increase to 25 percent on July 1, 1975 and to 30 percent in 1977. Solid support for the bill was main''Under the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, the U.S. fleet has been able to make significant strides through ship construction... However, the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 was not intended to be, and must not be considered as, the only solution to rebuilding our mer­ chant marine. It has become all to ap­ parent that the availability of cargo is essential to the survival and growth of the U.S. merchant marine fleet "...Passage of H.R. 8193 would produce Over 5,000 new jobs aboard ship in the next decade. This would assure that valuable and trained Amer­ ican seamen, many of whom would have been lost to the industry, remain at sea and are available to aid the Na­ tion lin the event of national crisis.** Senator J. Glenn BeallJr. (R-Md.) tj -fi-i r4r -'SI • I SIU President Paul Hail briefs representatives of shipping companies and shipyards at one of several meetings held in Washington, D.C. to generate organized support for the Energy Transportation Security Act of 1974. Meetings were also held with legislative representatives of AFL-CIO national and international unions. tained in the Senate despite a massive last-minute assault in the editorial columns of newspapers across the na­ tion which was inspired by the giant oil lobby. The editorial opposition — a blatant effort to coerce Senators who • "...American-flag vessels are manned by crews which are highly trained, and stringently and frequently tested by the Coast Guard. Ad^ng to this, the already strict Coast Guard im­ posed construction standards, the pro­ visions (of this bill) as amended make U.S.-flag tankers among the most en­ vironmentally safe vessels in the worid.** Sen. Warren G. Magnuson (D-Wash.) are facing reelection this year—^was a hodgepodge of misstatements of facts arid figures attemptirig to show that the use of American ships would cause a sharp rise in costs of fuel to the nation's consumers. This argument was effec­ tively countered by Sen. Russell B. Long (D-La.) who said during debate on the floor of the Senate that waiver of import fees on crude and residual fuel oils would increase costs by no more than 12 cents a barrel. Under two Senate INDEX Legislative News framing and Upgrading Senate passes oil bill Page 3 Seafarers participate in U.S. pension bill signed bosun recertification into Jaw Page 2 and 'A' seniority President's Report ... Page 2 upgrading Centerfold Washington Activities Upgrading class schedule, column ...Page9 requirements and application Pages 30-31 Union News GED requirements and Three SlUNA-affiliated ^ • application Page 30 unions merge Page 5 Membership News Headquarters Notes . 24th Seafarer receives high column Page 8 school diploma through Membership meeting MLS program Page 7 in Mobile Page 4 Brother Decareaux sculptures General News in his retirement Page 14 ITF congress concludes . Seafarer Prentice believes in Stockholm Page 2 in education Page 15 Young Seafarer upgrades to Shipping third assistant engineer . Page 7 Dispatchers Reports Page 13 New SIU pensioners Page 20 Ships' Digests .......Page 23 Final Departures Page 29 Ships' Committees ..;... .Page 6 Panama on West Coast . .Page 12 Special features Shenandoah Page 21 Wandering,thd Seas .Page 19 Tattoos—-An ancient Overseas Valdez receives praise Page 8 art .Pages26-27 September 1974 *) amendments to the bill, the savings on the import fees which would be waived —15 cents per barrel on crude and 42 cents on residual fuel oil—^would be passed on to consumers and could, according to other estimates, actually lower the cost of petroleum products. In addition to the import fee rebate, the Senate adopted another major amendment that 10 percent of maritime subsidies be allocated for new ship con­ struction on the East Coast, West Coast, Gulf^—and the Great Lakes. The Sen­ ate version of the bill would also require that all new tankers be constructed with double bottoms. Throughout the long fight through the House and Senate, the SIU has re­ ceived solid support from virtually the Continued on Page 11 Fallowing is voteihtheUrfited States Senate,on the Energy Tramportatian Security Affi of 1§74: Vofui^ for the Bili Vfl^jg Againrt^^^ James Abourezk (D.-S.D.) ^ ^ AM .x JamesB. AUen (D-Ala.) GeorgeD. Aiken (R-yermont) ; Birch Bayh(D-ind.) .. . WaUace F.Bennett (R-Utah) . J.01ennBeiur.(iM(i.) Lloyd M. Bentsen, Jr. (D-Tel.) Hany F. Byrd, Jr. (Ind-Va.) Lawton M. Chaes, Jr. (D-Fla.) ; Alan Bible (D-Nev.) Rich^d C.Clark (R-Iowa) Joseph R. Biden, Jr. (D-Del. Nortp Cotton (R-N.H.) Roberta Byrd <D-V/.Va.) James O. Eastland (D-Miss.) Howard W.Cannon (D-Nev.) Barry M. Goldwater (R-Ariz.) Griffin (R-Michi) Gumey (R-Fla.) Jesse A. Helms (R-N.C.) Pete V. Domenici Roman L. Hruska (R-Neb.) Thomas F. Eagietca Jacob k.Javits(R-RY.) Sam J. Ervin, Jr. (D-N.C.) Edw&d M. Kennedy (D-Mass.) Mike Gravel (D-AIaska) JohnL. McClellan (D-Ark.) Philip A. Hart (D-Mich.) " : Thomas J. hfclntyre (D-N.H.) FloydK.Haskell (D-Colo.) ^ Edmund S. Muskie (D-Maine) Williani D. Hathaway (D-MaineX Gaylord Nelson (D-Wisc.) Ernest F. Hollings (D-S.C.) JohhG. Pastore (D-R.I.) larold E. Hughes (D-Iowa) James B. Pearson (R^ans.) )aniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii) , William Proxniire (D-Wisc,) lenry M. Jackson (D-Wash.) Abraham A. Ribicoff (D-Conn.) . Bennett Johnston, Jr. (D-La.) William V. Roth, Jr. (R-Del.) tussell B. Long (D-La.) ; JohnC.Stennis (D-Miss.) |Wan-en G. Magnuson (D-Wash.) Robert Taft, Jr. (R-Ohio) ilharlesMcC.Mathias, Jr. (R-Md.) Strom Thurmond (R-S.C.) Jeorge McGovern (D-S.Dak.) Lowell P. Weiker, Jr. (R-Conn.) loward M. Metzenbaum (D-Ohio) seph M.Montoya (D-N.Mex.) 'rank E. Moss (D-Utah) Present and Giving Live Pair iNunn (D-Ga.) Jhiboriinl^ (D-R.I.) Pairtid For the Bill s' ^ '•^ J' ^ .-><•- .V ^fiamL. Scott l[T>sya lohn J. Sparkman (D-AIa.) • Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) Stuart Symington (D-Mo.) isiiiiiii Herman E. Talmadge (D-Ga.) , Harrison A..Williams, Jr.; (D-NJ.) Hbw^ H. Baker, Jr. (R-Tenn.)~-| Walter D. Huddleston (D-Ky. ^ Mike Mansfield (D-Mont.), Robert T. Stafford (R^Vt) Pages 1 �Active Mobile Seafarers Turn-To for Meetings Recertified Bosun Ed Morris (I.) and Bosun Joe Richburg point out their adjoining registration cards in the Mobile hall. Both active SlU members. Brother Richburg will soon join Brother Morris on the Bosuns Recertification Honor Roll. ^obfle, one of the eight SIU Con. .TX stitutional ports, holds a gen­ eral memhership meeting every month on the second Wednesday after the first Sunday. The home port of many active Sea­ farers, memhership meetings in Mo­ bile always attract a large number of interested members. At the July meeting, over 100 SIU members took advantage of this forum to discuss Union business and operations. These Seafarers realize that by at­ tending these meetings and exercis­ ing their constitutional right to participate in the proceedings, they are QMED A. W. George (I.) discusses shipping in the Mobile taking a forceful role in determining hiring hall with FWT J. C. Burnett before that port's July the future well-being of their jobs and membership meeting. of the U.S. merchant marine. chairing the Mobile membership meeting, Port Agent Blackie Niera listens while Reading Clerk Bobby Jordan (left) reads the Vice President's Report for July. Recording Secretary D. L Parker takes the minutes. Seated (I. to r.) Seafarers R. F, Gorju, V. Clearmen, L. E. Hartley, Harvey Lee, W. Murphy, H. Green and John Cade wait for a job call in the Mobile hall before the membership meeting. ^ ;• i' Seafarers in Mobile pack the hall for their monthly meetings and exercise their constitutional rights by participating in the proceedings. Seafarers Log Page 4 "t r- A i i« .r*. »V-i* .1" �.L.,. • 'I il i * m m By a Vote of 225 to 36 ^ i-. . , Wesf Coast Affiliate Fishermen's Unions Merge Three SIUNA West Coast affiliate fishermen's unions have voted to merge in order to more effectively unite their efforts and protect job rights. Consolidating into one union, to be known as the Fishermen's Union of America, Pacific and Caribbean Area, are the Fishermen's Union of the Pacific, San Diego, the Seine and Line Fisher­ men's Union of San Pedro, Md the Seine and Line Fishermen's Union of Monterey. The final vote was 225 in favor of the merger and 36 against it, with one vote void. Broken down by individual unions, the figures were: Fishermen's Union of the Pacific, San Diego: 103 in favor, 4 against; Seine and Line Fishermen's Union of San Pedro: 44 in favor, 32 against, one void; Seine and Line Fish­ ermen's Union of Monterey, 78 in favor, 0 against. Ballots and copies of a consolidation agreement and a proposed constitution had been printed and mailed out to all members in good standing of each union. The ballots and documents were printed in the four languages spoken by the members: English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. The members had a three-week period to respond by mail with their secret ballots. In November, 1973 the delegates to the SIUNA convention, with the unani­ mous consent and approval of delegates from the fishermen's unions, passed a resolution for the adoption of a plan of consolidation and merger. Over the past months numerous meetings have been held with represen­ tatives of the three unions, and at the end of July the drafts of an agreement for the merger and a proposed constitu­ tion were endorsed and the leadership of each union recommended the adop­ tion to its membership. Pensioners, Dependents Must Apply for Medicare • V • Representatives from three West Coast affiliate fishermen's unions review agreements for consolidation and merger of their unions with SIUNA Vice President Frank Drozak (seated, center) at meetings held in Wilmington, Calif, in late July. There have been arastic changes in the industry and the economic oppor­ tunities of fishermen have been substan­ tially reduced. This has necessitated the merger into one organization which will have greater strength in preserving job security at the collective bargaining table; obtaining the passage of important legislation and fighting the stiff foreign competition. Highlights of the merger agreement are: • All jobs of respective affiliates shall continue to remain the sole prop­ erty of the membership of such affili­ ates. There shall be no mixing of such job rights., • The present dues, initiation and other union monetary items shall con­ tinue unless otherwise changed in the future by applicable membership vote. • The first nomination and election for officers shall begin Oct. 1,1974 and conclude by the end of the year. Each affiliate will elect business agents and Executive Board members solely for the business of their unit, with the President and Secretary-Treasurer being elected by the membership of all units. • The officers and Executive Board members set forth in the Consolidation Agreement are to serve only imtil the conclusion of nominations and elections by the end of 1974, at which time of­ ficers will have been elected. Carl Marino, of the former Fisher­ men's Union of the Pacific, San Diego will serve as president of the new union until new officers are duly elected by the membership. The Seine and Line Fishermen's Union of San Pedro and the Seine and Line Fishermen's Union of Monterey have been affiliated with the Seafarers International Union of North America since its inception in 1938. The labor movement has been en­ couraging some of its smaller unions to merge on an international basis, in order that their position at the bargain­ ing table is strengthened. This is similar to what occurs in in­ dustry, when corporations and busi­ nesses consolidate and merge to reduce competition, increase profits, and fight for (or against) feder^, state and local legislation from a stronger position. As in industry, it is the overriding objective of the entire labor movement to alway? fight from its greatest position of strength, which in turn makes it pos­ sible to better confront all the problems facing labor today. Bosuns Committee Picks Oct. Class SIU pensioners are reminded that both they and their dependents must ap­ ply for Medicare as soon as they are eligible to insure adequate coverage for ' medical expenses. Any Seafarer 65 or older, any Sea­ farer's dependent 65 or older, or any pensioner who has been receiving a dis­ ability award from Social Security for two years Is eligible for Medicare. To apply, you must bring proof of date of birth and your social security card to your local social security ofllce three months before you turn 65, during the month you turn 65, or during the three months after your 65th birthday. If you do not renter during this sevenmonth period, you may only apply for Medicare during the open enrollment period held each January, February and March. Those that enroll during this period are not covered by Medicare un­ til the following July 1. Pensioners should note that the Sea­ farers Welfare and Pension Plan requh-cs that all eligible pensioners must submit medical bills to Medicare for payment before submitting the unpaid Bosuns (I. to r.) Jose Agular, John Japper and J. Mucia meet at SIU Headquarters to select members for the October balance of these bills to our welfare and class of the Bosuns Recertlflcation Program. Elected by a special meeting of bosuns following the regular membership meeting in New York, these three bosuns review applications received for the program. pension plan. September 1974 ] .• VI r<. Page 5 'f �- ' >• " The Committee Page Shenandoah Committee Overseas Traveler Recertified Bosun Fred Cooper, left, served as ship's chairmari aboard the Overseas Traveler on the vessel's most recent run to Europe. She paid off at the Army Base in Bayonne, N.J. on Aug. 23. Other committee members are, from the left: J. Murphy, deck delegate; J. Thomas, secretary-reporter; F. Payton, steward delegate; S.'W. Lewis, engine,delegate, and F. R. Clarke, educational director. Speaking for the crew, the committee said it was a good trip with no disputes and they offered a special vote of thanks to the steward department. Usual run for the Overseas Traveler is Norfolk to Europe. Chief Steward Thomas Bolton gets spruced up for some shore time after his ship, the T-5 Navy tanker Shenandoah, returned from a voyage to Greenland, paying off in Carteret, N.J. Committee members are, from the left: Fonnie Rogers, steward delegate; Paul E. Hollaway, deck delegate; G. Torche, ship's chairman, and T. Bolton, secretary-reporter. At right is Louie the Barber who lives in the Carteret area. The Shenandoah delivered fuel to Thule Air Force Base on the East Coast of Greenland, north of Baffin Bay. Transcolumbia Committee StonewallJackson • • •• •'•if -'IK «- if. 1'-• IU With Recertified Bosun Ward Wallace aboard her (seated last on right), the SlU-manned Transcolumbia, operated by Hudson Watenvays, paid off at the Marine Ocpan Terminal in Bayonne, N.J. on July 31 after a Far East voyage. Committee members are, standing from the left: D. G. Chafin, secretaryreporter and Bruce Wright, engine delegate. Seated from the left are: D. Surnulong, steward delegate; A. Otremba, deck delegate; Bill Holland, edu­ cational delegate, and W. Wallace, ship's chairman. Speaking for the crew. Bosun Wallace extended thanks to the ship's two messmen, Fred Biegel, and Juan Toro for an especially good job in serving the crew. Transsuperlor Committee I . Panama Committee • ^ j:. ,r -• ')• .W 4:.,,ijir The ship's committee aboard the SlU-manned Transsuperlor, operated by Hudson Waterways, discusses some union business with Philadelphia Port Agent John Fay. The ship paid off in Philadelphia on Aug. 1. Committee mem­ bers are, from the left: William Bowles, engine delegate; Cesar A. Gutierrez, deck delegate; Nelson O. Rojas, steward delegate; Port Agent Fay, and Leon Franklin, secretary-reporter. The committee reported no beefs at the payoff and gave special commendations to Messman John Bennet for an excellent job. The Transsuperlor is temporarily laid up. Page 6 Recertified Bosun Ed Morris is heading the deck department on the new LASH containership/barge carrier Stonewall Jackson. Photo was taken at a recent payoff in the port of New York. The ship's entire committee is, seated from the left: H. Nixon, steward delegate; Morris, ship's chairman; John Cade, engine delegate; C. E. Smith, educational director, and Pete Peterson, deck delegate. Standing is Henry Donnelly, secretary-reporter. The ship, built under the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, will go on a Middle East run. ^ • '• vi "•. After another good intercoastal run, the SIU-contracted containefship Panama, operated by Sea-Land, recently paid off in the port of Oakland, Calif. Her ship's committee members are, from the left: R. Guerin, deck dele­ gate; Eddie Hernandez, secretary-reporter; Cliff Perreira, ship's chairman, and Steve Knapp, steward delegate. Originally built in 1945 by Kaiser Co. in Vancouver, Wash., she was converted for container carriage in 1966 at Ingalls Shipbuilding Corp., Pascagoula,'Miss. She is 662 feet in length and can carry 609 containers with capacity for 100 temperature controlled units. Seafarers Log v; J-,!' i :• YL-; •: �Through HISS Program 19-Year Old - 24fh Seafarer to Get High School Diploma Fireman - Oiler - Watertender John Ruiz has become the 24th Seafarer to obtain a high school diploma through the Harry Lundeberg's General Educa­ tional Development Program. Brother Ruiz, a 19-year old native of Houston, graduated from Piney Point in October, 1971. At that time, while at­ tending the trainee program, he began the GED course, but didn't complete it. So, when he returned to the school this past July to upgrade to FOWT he de­ cided to stay for a few more weeks and try for his diploma. Seafarer Ruiz, who hadn't any pre­ vious high school education, said he received some "gentle pushes" from Margaret Nalen, Director of Academic Education at Piney Point. He says that Mrs. Nalen encouraged him to complete the GED course since she knew he had started it three years ago and inust have had some interest in getting a diploma. "It's a very good program, I'm glad I went through it," the young Seafarer said. "The teachers give plenty of in­ dividual instruction, and they answer all questions you may have. "I had to concentrate on Literature and Social Studies," he continued. "I didn't have time to attend all the classes, but 1 knew enough in the other subjects. Science, Math and Grammar, to pass the state tests." All of the teachers who worked with John had high praise for his efforts. They said he was a "very easy person to work with, and worked very hard," Mrs. Nalen added that he "worked dili­ gently and enthusiastically." Seafarer John Ruiz works with Margaret Nalen, Director of Academic Educa­ tion at Piney Point, in preparation for taking the Maryland State high school equivalency tests. Seafarer Ruiz became interested m the merchant marine through his step­ father Luis Gracia, who also ships with the SIU. Although he now has a high school diploma, Ruiz has no immediate plans to go oh to college. "Right now, I'm going to try and ship out. Whether I go to college later on, well I just don't know." The young Seafarer, whose last ship before going to Piney Point was the Delta Uruguay (Delta Steamship), has spent time in all three departments; but he definitely prefers the engine room. "I shipped for over a year in deck, and for about seven months in the stew­ ard department. Now, I've been in the engine department for a little less than a year, and it's great." Brother Ruiz, who prefers to ship to the Far East more than any other part of the world, plans to return to Piney Point in the future to get a QMED rating and his full 'A' Book. Whatever his plans for the near fu­ ture, in the long run he says "most likely I will make the merchant marine a career. I hope to be shipping out for a long time. I love it." Gradoflst HLS Class in Md. Now 3rd Engineer Brother Pat Rogers, Jr., a member of the first class to graduate from the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., has taken advantage of the many educational opportunities offered by our Union. Only 24-years-old, he has advanced from wiper to FOWT to Third Assist­ ant Engineer since his graduation in 1967 by attending SIU's upgrading pro­ grams at Piney Point anS the joint SIU/ District 2 MEBA School of Marine En­ gineering and Navigation. Pat's decision to go to sea was not a spur of the moment one. The son of 21-year SIU veteran Pat Rogers, Sr., Pat, Jr. was familiar with the sailor's life, and knew of the opportunities for advancement available to Union mem­ bers. So when SIU opened the Lunde­ berg School at Piney Point, Pat, Jr. decided that this was his chance to begin a career as a merchant seaman. When he and his classmates arrived at Piney Point in August of 1967, Pat said "There wasn't much there, except mud." But the first group of trainees were put to work, and soon converted an abandoned barracks into the beauti­ ful quarters that now house SIU upgraders, as well as vacationing SIU members and their families. As one of the first trainees, Pat took great satisfaction in helping to build the new school, and now, having kept his SIU book, enjoys going back to Piney Point with his family and parents for vacations. Shipping out as a wiper after graduat­ ing from Piney Point, and later as FOWT, Brother Rogers accumulated enough seatime to be eligible to attend the SIU/District 2 MEBA upgrading program at the School of Marine Engi­ neering. Within four months after be­ ginning classes. Brother Rogers received his Third Assistant Engineer license. Now sailing aboard _ the SlU-con- September 1974 I i i • M r, f. 1 Hi tracted Columbia (Ogden) as Third Assistant Engineer, Brother Rogers is eventually planning to take the Coast Guard test for a Second Assistant Engi­ neer License. Brother Rogers feels a debt of grati­ tude to the Seafarers that gave him, as a young man just beginning his adult life, the chance to start an exciting career, and for providing him with the oppor­ tunities to advance this career. >i 11 )• - 'I /I i ] Pensioner Gets First Check at S.F. Meeting SIU Pensioner Stanley S. Torres receives his first pension check from Port Agent Steve Troy at the San Francisco August membership meeting, as Seattle Port Agent Harvey Mesford (rear) looks on. y Pat Rogers, Jr., a member of the Lundeberg School's first class, now sails as Third Assistant Engineer. Page? �i >• m { "'I'- - fi;-f •j.' ; Overseas Valdez Praised For Fuel Transfer at Sea SIU crewmembers aboard the ST Overseas Valdez (Maritime Overseas), chartered to the Military Sealift Com­ mand, were praised by the vice presi­ dent of Maritime Overseas Corp. and the Captain of the USNS Passumpsic for their skilled performance of duties while carrying out a fuel transfer of 2,400 bbls. of oil at sea; In a letter to SIU Vice President Frank Drozak, Maritime Overseas Vice President J. D. Hutchison, relayed the observation of the Captain of the Pas­ sumpsic, that "I have never seen a ship better prepared nor personnel more skilled than your ship and men." The message had been sent to the Master of the Overseas Valdez. Vice President Hutchison and the Master of the Valdez also offered the Financial Committee •i!-' J', :-! ; Despite moderately heavy seas, the SIU crew aboard the MSC-chartered Overseas Alice rigged two stations aboard the USS Mispillion, and then unrigged the aft station under a simu­ lated emergency breakaway, without difficulty. The Captain of the Mispillion. im­ pressed with the SIU crew's ability to carry out this^ difficult maneuver, re­ ported to the crew, the MSG in Wash­ ington and Maritime Overseas tlrat the"Mispillion has conducted fueling-at sea operations with foiir MSG chartered vessels and SS Overseas Alice was the best to date." Muiiime Overaeas V. P. Hutchison ended hn letter commending the Sea­ farers airaard both sh^ by stating <hve feel the foienoted excellent perform­ ances shoold be adcnowledged and ... we again voice our congratulations for jobs weD done.** Investigation Called On Navy Tanker Award :'tli •;i' I' ii ji-' Seafarers "a 'well done' for their fine performance." In the same letter, Hutchison also ex­ tended similar praise to the crew of the SlU-manned Overseas Alice for thenperformance during a complicated refueling-at-sea drill. Seafarer M. E. Reld, seated far right, chairs the SlU's Quarterly Financial Committee at Headquarters. This committee, made up of Seafarers elected four times a year at General Membership Meetings, reviews the SlU's financial records for the preceeding three months. The SIU Committee members who were elected at the September Membership Meeting, are, seated clockwise from Chairman Raid's left: R. Gorbea, deck department; JD. B. Sacher, stew­ ard department; William "Flat Top" Koflowitch, engine department; R. V. Harper, engine department; S. Wala, engine department, and J. Sweeney, deck department. Headquarters Netes by SIU Vice President Frank Drozak Special Pumpman Course The Lundeberg School is conducting a four weex course for pumpmen which will begin Nov. 4. The course is geared toward the second pumpman who has not been able to g^ the necessary experience for a Chief Pumpman's job. Further details on this course are carried on page 30 and 31 of this LOG. T-5 Navy Tankers At this time, I would like to report to you that the five T-5 Navy Tankers, operated by Hudson Waterways Company, and the Sugar Islander, ha\Q been removed from organizational status as of Sept. 3. Firefigbting The Maritime Administration is temporarily conducting firefighting classes at the Navy Damage (TcHitrol Scho(^ in Norfolk, Va. Two upcoming class dates for this facility are: Oct. 11 and Oct. 18. MARAD will open its new firefighting school at Earle, N.J. on or around Nov. 6. Firefighting is becoming an increasingly important endorsement. And, in just a few years, to get a job aboard an SlU-contracted ship, a firefighting endorsement will be a must. So, don't put off taking the course for any length of time. If you are in port, apply and participate. It is only a one-day course, but it will mean a great deal of job security for you in the future. Bosuns Recertification Program Since the Bosuns Recertification Program began on June 1, 1973 a total of 142 Bosunsr—^including the twelve who graduated at the September member­ ship meeting—have su^essfully completed the two-month course. We have been getting a iot of favorable feedback from our members on the Union's contracted vessels concerning the excellent job our Recertified Bosuns are doing. They are conducting well organized, infonuative Union meetings aboard . The SIU, along with District 2 MEBA-AMO, is continuing to push for a full investigation of the Military Sealift Command for its controversial deci­ sion to award operation of its nine new 25,000 dwt tankers to Marine Trans­ port Lines, an NMU company. Congressman Frank Clark (D-Pa.), after being informed of the situation by the SIU, voiced his opposition to the de­ cision with Under Secretary of the Navy William Middendorf saying that the "Navy award should be set aside and re­ negotiated in fairness to all parties." The MSG gave the contract award to Matson even though Iran Destiny Car­ riers, an SlU-contracted company, sub­ mitted the low bid. MSG claimed that Iran is not a responsible operator. Senator Warren Magnuson CDWash.), chairman of the Commerce Committee, has also noted opposition to the contract award. The unfair decision comes in the wake of the MSC's takeover of four Fal­ con tankers. Falcon is an affiliate of Iran Destiny. The SIU will continue to pursue this issue until a satisfactory decision has been rendered. The LOG will keep the membership informed on any new developments. their ships. And, beefs and contractual disputes on these ships have been cut to a minimum. Overall, our Recertified Bosuns are keeping the SIU membership better informed about the internal affairs of the Union and the many problems and new issues facing us and the maritime industry in general. I know I join the entire SIU membership in congratulating our latest success­ ful Bosuns, and those who have already completed the program and are doing such a fine job. The 12 Bosuns who graduated this month are: Fred Pehler, Rocky Morris, Jimmy Foti, Ernie Tirelli, Bill Wallace, Ame Hovde, Otto Pedersen, Dan Ticer, Jose Gonzalez, John Spuron, Charies Merrill and Arthur Beck. Sabine Tankers The National Labm: Relations Board is calling in witnesses in their investi­ gation of our charges of illegal tactics in our organizing drive for Sabine Tankers. We should be getting a decision from the NLRB in the veiy near future. We are confident that they will rule in our favor. We will keep you posted on all developments. 'A* Seniority Upgrading We have been conducting the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program for over a year now, and including the five upgraders who graduated in September, 109 of our.young members have completed the program. I cannot emphasize enough the importance in terms of job security of getting your 'A' book. According to our shipping rules, the 'A' man has preference in shipping over the 'B' man, and an 'A' book holder can remain on his ship for as long as he wishes, where the 'B' man must get off after six months. This program will not run forever. So, if you are eligible for the program, and have not applied, do so immediately. An 'A' book is your most valuable possessicm in the SIU. It meahs job security and earning power. I want to congratulate the five new 'A' Seniority Upgrading graduates. They are: Murphy Allison, Mike Derke, George Rogers, Steve Castle and Bob Smith. LNG Training The liquid natural gas carrier and the liquid petroleum gas carrier are the ships of the future. Conservative estimates say that by the 1980's, 30 LNG ctirriers will be flying the American flag. If we are to get these ships under contract to the SIU, thereby creating more job opportunities for SIU members, we must be able to guarantee the shipowner that his vessel will be in good hands. To supply this guarantee, the Lundeberg iSchool has been conducting LNG training programs for engine, deck and steward, You will have to take this course if you wish to get a job on an LNG ship.So, participate in this course for your own good and for the good of your fellow SIU members. The next LNG course will start &pt. 23. For details see pages 30 and 31 of this LOG. seafarers Log �i' watchful eye on the language of the 501-pag;e bill throughout .the many months it was being drafted-. All private pension plans must be rewritten to conform to the terms of the new Act; however, no Seafarer will lose benefits. (See story on page 2). Washington Activities By B. Rodwr OIL IMPORT BnX The Senate this month passed the Energy Transportation Security Act of 1974—the cargo preference bill—successfully ending a two and one-half year battle on Capitol Hill. (See page 3.) The SIU worked closely with the labor movement to bring about this victory. Active support came from the AFL-CIO, the Maritime Tiades Department, Port Maritime Councils, State Federations and Local Central Bodies. The bill (H.R. 8193) is now in conference where the House and Senate versions of the bill will be worked out. Deepwater Ports On Aug. 14, the Senate Public Works Committee reported out its bill to establish a licensing and regulatory program to govern offshore deepwater port development beyond the territorial limits of the United States. Two other Senate committees. Commerce and Interior, have already taken similar action. The House bill, H.R. 10701, passed on June 10. That bill differs from the Senate bill in the following ways: • The House gives authority to license port operators to the Secretary of Interior; the Senate bill gives authority to the Secretary of Transportation. • The House gives less control to the States than the Senate and it places the burden of environmental control on the States. • The Senate bill requires that license application be reviewed for possible antitrust violations by the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice. No date has been set for debate in the Senate. Pension Plan Regnlatkm It seems right and fitting that the Employee Retirement Income Security Act was signed into law by President Ford on Labor Day. This complex bill has been studied by committees in both houses of Congress for several months to provide safeguards for the retirement years of 30 million American workers who are covered under private pension plans. The most dramatic pension plan failure occurred when the South Bend Studebaker plant clos^ in 1963, leaving 4500 workers under age 60 with only IS percent of the benefits due them. Pension funds will now be guaranteed under a Federal corporation, similar to the FDIC which protects bank depositors. The Act will promote minimum standards which all pension plans must adopt to be qualified under the law. The SIU was determined to preserve and protect those benefits already nego­ tiated for them from any loss due to weaknesses of other plans. To do so, we consulted with members of Congress and their staffs frequently, and kept a i. f ' AFL-CIO Labor Studies Center Seminar SIU representatives recently participated in a two-day seminar at the AFLCIO Labor Studies Center on "The Salaried Woman." The seminar, sponsored by the Council for Professional Employed, AFLCIO, deals with many different aspects of the problems of women in the work force: the laws, attitude, health care, child care, change of attitudes of both men and women, the rtrie of the union in best representing women members. Thirty women trade unionists participated. One interesting fact that came out was that union women (20 percent of the AFL-CIO membership) have a 44 percent average earning advantage over non-union women. The Council of Professional Employees, representing more than one million members—^including SIU, teachers, actors, communication workers, service employees and others—^plans to duplicate the seminar across the country. J", House Committee Reoiganization The House Rules Committee will consider rules of debate for House Res. 988 from the Boiling Committee and an alternate proposal from the special committee of Chairman Julia Hansen. These are procedural rules which set the time limit for debate on a bill and provide for its handling on the floor. We have opposed House Res. 988, which threatens to strip the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee of its functions and move them to other com­ mittees. i. ':v •4 • International Women's Year 1975 SIU participated this morith in the meeting of Washington Union Women Leadere, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor. Dr. Ruth Bacon, director erf the U.S. Center for International Women's Year, discussed some of the goals of the Center and the initial plans to cariy them out. IWY was proclaimed by the United Nations and by the United States. Its goals are "equality, development and peace." I I ' • ''fl 'j| Seafarers are uiged to contrHiute to SPAD. It is tiie way to have your voke heard and to keep your union effective in the fight for legislation to protect the security of every Seafarer and his family. f •inn- Nlr^tri fnlin Pann 'A- '11 r , r'' "i'- n photo on left SIU Patrolman Jade Caffey (far left) conducts shipboard meeting aboard the John Penh last month and discusses some pertinent articles that appeared in the SEA­ FARERS LOG. Sh^board meetings ^e Seafarers the chance to leam about the issues vital to their livelihood and to express their feelings about their jobs and the industry. In photo at right is the John Penn*s ship's committee which gathered in the crew's mess dui^ ing her payoff in Brooklyn, N.Y. They are, dockwise, from left: Julius Koten, steward delegate; Mike Kuithe, deck ddegate; Red Brannstein, ship's chair­ man; A. S. Freeman, secretary-ieporter; A» Rotundo, engine delegate, and Toma Escudero, educational director. The John Penn will change from its usual Far East run £o a Middle East schedule. A V I' • •"rnw-r ' Page 9 September 1974 . V •• • • ' •- . \ �Trainee Joins SlU Ranks HLS Gracf Finishes Ist Run Seafarer Gary Dennison, a recent graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School at Piney Point, has found after his first voyage that sailing as a profes­ sional seaman is all he had hoped it would be. Sailing as an Ordinary Seaman aboard the Lyman Hall (Waterman), Brother Dennison spent his maiden voy­ age in the Far East. Seafarer Dennison is no stranger to foreign countries, having lived for five years in Metz, France as a child, but this was his first visit to the Far East and he found it quite different from his hometown of Tampa Bay, Fla. ^ Carrying steel, fertilizer,, rice and other general cargo, the Mariner-type Lyman Hall and her SIU crew visited Korea, Saigon, Taiwan, and young Brother Dennison's favorite port, Man­ ila, during the three-month voyage. The new and exciting places he saw "$205 were the highlights of his first three months before the^mast, but the Lunde­ berg graduate also found life at sea much to his liking. And though the young OS spent most of his time chip­ ping and painting while the Lyman Hall was under way. Brother Dennison is convinced that the career in the mer­ chant marine he began preparing for while at the Lundeberg School is a ca­ reer he will find enjoyable and reward­ ing. Now, with his maiden voyage be­ hind him. Brother Dennison plans to keep shipping oITt until he has enough seatime to return to Piney Point and get his AB ticket. SIU's Training Program, allowing trained young men like Gary Dennison to complete the education they began at Piney Point by shipping out with veteran crews, will help insure the perpetuation of the SIU as a forceful, growing Union that protects its members' job security and welfare. B 10001 Contributor's Name City. Address S^.NO. TTjTT W' State. ^ SPAO is a separate liVii'dljli fund.^^ p^eetff are to furf^-1ti;i^oiects and purposes including, put not limited to furtl^rine irte political, social and economicInterests of Seafarer seamen, trte preservation and furlfierine of the Anserican Merchant Marine^with improved employment opportunities for seamen and the advartccment of trade union corKer^*" pts. In connection with " -such objects, SPAO supports and contributes to political candrdates for etectWe office. An contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be'ioiiciled or VT received •w«ivw because of w* fofCe. |0b |ww discrimination, financial •••••tibial reprisal, or ... . threat of _ such conduct. ct. or as a condition of membershipin the Union (SfUNA AGLIWO) or of employment. If a contribution «s made by reason of the at^e improper conduct, notify the Seafarers union or SPAO at the above address, certified mail withjo^riy days of the contribution for inveSligatibh and appropriate action aftd refund, if invOiuntary. »l|PMrt SPAo to protect and fiirtfitr your economic, political and soci^^lnteresls. American trade:Simdn concepts and Seafarer sea(T>en. (A copy of our rMori filed with tht appropriatbebpervisory officer is (or wiii be) available for purchase from « the iSyp^fjrttendent of Documents. MM. Government Printing Office. Washington. O.C. 20402.1 Signature of Solicitor 1974 I •- " • v; - fe; His first voyage finished, OS Gary Dennison Is glad he decided to ship out. Brother Dennison is a graduate of SIU's Trainee Program at Piney Point, Md. Bill Is Signed Into Law SEDFUERS POIITICU RCTIVIIV DONRTION Date. .V, - Port Understands SPAD's Role Continued from Page 2 must be 100 percent vested when attain­ ing normal or stated retirement age. The Law also provides pension benefits for a survivor at a member's option, which provides that under certain conditions upon a retired member's death, the sur­ viving spouse is entitled to 50 percent of the pension. 3. Minimum eligibility requirements are provided for, although a Plan may provide more favorable provisions. In general then, a person 25 years or older, working for a company for one year, is eligibie, but a person who starts his job within five years of normal retirement under a Plan, may be excluded. 4. Funding.This is a system by which Plan assets are set aside to cover the costs of benefits earned by members. The Seafarers Pension Plan has for years followed the principle of funding. Under the new Law, effective Dec. 31, 1975, mandatory formulas are to be used by pension plans to fund, or in other words, put away monies for credits for past, present and future serv­ ice earned by the man while employed. These monies, however, cannot be withdrawn by a person but instead are used to provide the pension benefit upon his retirement. To assure that all cov­ ered people, ^ill receive their pension benefit when due, the Law sets up a government corporation which will col= lect insurance premium payments from all pension plans so that if a plan is in­ solvent, the government insurance cor­ poration will pay the pension benefit. This is similar to government insurance for saving bank depositors. The above material represents the new Law's highlights. When govern­ ment regulations are adopted the Union and Plans, attorneys, accountants and actuaries will prepare an appropriate detailed analysis of the Law and its reg­ ulations, whiph will then be published in the LOG. ( The Seafarer—A Man of Many Skills Seafarer Louis Lopez (standing) graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School In 1973 and understands the Importance of constant vigilance in Washington to protect and build the job security of all SIU members. "I give to SPAD as often as I can because we all have a responsibility to protect our jobs. Our future is at stake and so is the future of our older members who will be going on pension." Here, Brother Lopez receives a $20 SPAD certificate aboard the Overseas Arctic from SIU Patrolman Carl Peth. Page 10 \ Abie-seaman/quartermastef Ed Kamm, practicing one of the traditional sailor's skills, sews a canvas windlass cover aboard his ship the Sealand Exchange (Sea-Land). Photo was submitted by Seafarer Bob SIckels, ilr. Seafarers Ldg �j' -sr <^•4 Oil Import Bill Passes Senate 42-28 Continued from Page 3 entire American labor movcinent. Ear­ lier this year, the AFL-CIO Executive Council and Ccmvention gave their unanimous endorsement for the bill. The AFL-CIO Maritime Trades De­ partment—and all of its 44 aflBliates— went all-out in support of the bill. Port Maritime Councils, national and inter­ national unions, state federations and local central bodies—all actively sup­ ported the oil bill by contacting vSenators in every state urging support for the legislation. **...! know that we have got repre­ sentatives of the maritime unions sitting op their looking at us, and 1 have seen the effect since I know they, have got the power to pass-this hill." Senator Nonris Cotton (R-N.H.) Leader of ffie Opposition The MTD held a series of meetings to mobilize the legislative representa­ tives of national and international un­ ions for the campaign to secure passage of the bill. Meetings were also held with shipping company officials and ship­ yard operators to generate their active support for the bill. It is expected that the oil lobby will continue its assault on the bill through editorials in the Wall Street Journal and other anti-labor publications. SIU President Paul HaU said that the SIU and the Maritinie Trades Deparhnent would con­ tinue to furnish Congress and the Administration "with the docu­ mented facts on the necessity for this hiU." He said: "Aside from the obvious fact that this bill will generate new job opportunities for seamen, ship­ yard workers and thousands (ff workers in related industries, it will also give this nation a measure of security by assuring that our energy needs are not interrupted— as they were in the past—by fore^ policy conflicts with nations that register American-owned sh^s." SIU members are reminded Oat in "a claim with the Seafarers Welfare md Pension Plans, your correspondence must include a properly filled out aim form as well as other pertinent doousents or the claim cannot be processed jknd nayment will he delayed. Documents absolutely necessary for the prompt payment of various types o I indnde: doctor or hospital bills, certified death .certificates, birth certifi dites, marriage licenses, Medime statements, funeral bills, dischaiges, and nota ifh»d tax returns from the previous year when proof of siqpport of adopted oi ifep-chUdren is required. Your doctor's social security niiimber or the hospital's ' Btion number is also necessary for the processing of certain claims. Ibe foifowing members have Imd their benefit payments held up because tiled to supply complete information when filing their claims. Please contact Aboard Fairland In Far East I ' % % 'i Sailed on Lakes 45 Years Seafarer Elmer Derby (r.) receives his first pension check from Frankfort Port Agent Harold Rathbun in the Great Lakes District. Brother Derby, shipping out since 1929, has been sailing as an oiler on the Ann Arbor Railroad Car Ferries. Bosun Harvey Began Career In World War II Bosun Lee J. Harvey is a profes­ sional Seafarer who began his career at the age of 18 when he went to the U.S. Maritime School in St Petersburg, Ha. in 1943. After a two-month training period, he went to sea aboard the salvage tug Hillsboro Inlet. Later that year he de­ cided to go deep-sea and went to Balti­ more where he signed on as ableseaman aboard the Victory ship John Harlan (Sea Shipping). Seafarer Harvey, who joined the SIU in 1943, continued to sail during the years of World War II making more than 20 runs to the Mid-East and the Mediterranean. "Many of the convoys I was in were under attack in the Atlantic and the Med," he recalls, "but I guess I was just one of the lucky ones because none of the ships I was on got hit. A lot of good SIU guys were lost during some of those trips." Seafarer Harvey, who lives with his wife, Rita, in Thibadaux, La. usually stays aboard ship for nine months to a year before going home to spend time your mailing list* •f .• • '*» • • -A.' n /I- Lee J. Harvey with his family. He also has a daughter, Betty Jo, 22, and a son Craig who is 11. Seafarer Harvey, who has been sail­ ing as bosun for the past nine years, has been aboard the John Tyler (Waterman) for the past 10 months and is now making another trip to the Far East. "After this trip," he said, "I think I'll take some time off and maybe take the family on a vacation." NAME ADDRESS STATE ZIP SIU-IBU members please give: Bk# Soc. Sec. # TO AVOID DUPLICATION: If you are an old subscriber and have a change of address, please give your former address below or send mailing label from last Issue received. ADDRESS CITY .... V t 'iV - iPrint /n/ormodon) CITY -f- I Editor, SEAFARERS LOG, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232 I would like to receive the SEAFARERS LOG—please put my name on Brother Bertil Hager took this photo of his fellov\/ crewmen relaxing in the recreation room aboard the fa/Wand while the ship was in the Far East, visiting such ports as Yokohama and Hong Kong. Standing are Gregory Kelly, ableseaman, left, and Leroy Cope, able-seaman. Seated from left are: leonard McCarthy, wiper; Kjeld Nielsen, able-seaman; George McAlpine, electrician, and Manuel Netto, chief cook. i' i STATE. ZIP. Page 11 Seafarers Log ' .iVs' •iv'l 'X. �. Cfi.i.- '.r " "-x' • • Crewmembers on the Panama gathered in the crew's mess for lunch. They are. seated (left to right): Steven J. Knapp, bedroom steward; Eddie Hernandez, chief steward; Cliff Perreira, bosun, and Wayne Evans, utility man. Standing at left is crew messman Raima Bonifacio. Seafarer Knapp, who has been sailing since the 1940's and makes his home in Vero Beach, Fla. was rehring after getting off the Panama. Chief Cook Francis Davis (left) prepares food in galley as Chief Steward Eddie Hernandez looks on. Containership Panama Visits Port of Long Beach, Calif. After Intercoastal Run The containership Panama (Sea-Land) docked in the port of Long Beach, Calif, recently for a visit before heading up the coast of California for a payoff at the port of Oakland. The 662.foot.Iong ve.ssel has a dwt of 17,014. She has a gross tonnage of 17,193, a net tonnage of 13,055, with a horse­ power of 9,000. The Panama was built in 1945 at the Kaiser Shipyard in Vancouver, Wash. She was previously named the SS Marine Jumper. The vessel is a converted jumboized C-4; it was converted in 1966 at the Ingalls Shipyards in Pascagoula, Miss. For the past six months the Panama has been on an intercoastal run between New York and Oaklwd. The Panama docked at the Sea-Land terminal in Long Beach, Calif, . - of burner in the engine room. Page 12 Seafarers Log : A • y (. • �DISPATCHERS REPORT AUGUST1.31, 1974 Port Boston New York Philadelphia . Baltimore ... Norfolk ..... Tampa ...... Mobile New Orleans . Jacksonville .. San Francisco Wilmington .. Seattle Puerto Rico .. Houston Piney Point ., Yokohama . Alpena Buffalo Cleveland ...., Detroit Duluth Frankfort ...., Chicago Totals Port Boston New York Philadelphia . Baltimore ... Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans . Jacksonville .. San Francisco Wilmington .. Seattle Puerto Rico .. Houston Piney Point .. Yokohama ... Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth ...... Frankfort .... Chicago Totals TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A aass B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C REGISTEREO ON BEACH Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 7 80 10 20 13 6 19 78 32 50 21 38 7 88 0 6 2 8 3 28 16 7 9 548 4 22 3 3 2 2 4 14 7 9 2 11 1 17 0 1 1 5 3 6 4 0 1 122 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 2 2 2 2 3 2 1 3 3 67 7 21 9 3 25 52 34 53 10 21 7 51 ^ 0 1 3 9 4 20 14 4 8 426 4 44 2 8 4 0 5 21 16 23 6 16 4 16 0 3 1 0 3 8 5 3 2 194 1 3 0 2 1 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 2 0 1 0 1 17 1 64 6 28 15 2 12 63 41 50 12 34 5 77 0 4 3 13 4 47 24 17 18 550 2 31 2 3 5 4 1 22 13 9 5 17 3 31 8 2 1 8 11 5 15 5 3 210 2 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 8 10 21 11 11 6 78 13 155 30 75 26 13 48 115 53 109 38 37 20 152 0 4 3 2 5 8 2 4 3 916 5 33 7 10 4 4 8 19 14 28 9 14 1 33 0 3 1 1 3 4 2 1 0 204 4 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 1 0 2 0 4 4 2 4 1 2 0 4 35 4 107 22 57 21 6 44 82 33 84 20 23 18 99 0 1 5 1 1 14 2 2 2 658 5 57 4 22 9 2 14 37 11 45 10 17 7 40 0 2 2 0 1 3 3 1 4 296 3 3 0 2 1 0 0 4 2 0 0 0 1 3 0 1 3 1 1 0 1 1 4 31 3 73 12 30 18 5 32 51 18 57 15 11 18 89 0 3 0 0 0 3 ^ 1 1 1 441 1 15 0 3 2 0 3 6 5 20 10 2 2 12 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 82 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 ^ 0 0 0 2 10 7 136 29 52 27 4 38 80 46 101 33 21 35 76 0 2, 1 5 7 14 8 1 3 726 11 71 3 16 9 2 1 10 12 13 1 3 3 69 0 3 65 27 22 72 21 25 41 500 . 576 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 2 65 2 25 4 2 9 46 22 50 8 13 7 45 0 2 2 11 7 26 21 6 10 395 4 61 1 5 3 0 2 19 23 18 5 16 5 23 11 2 2 0 3 10 8 4 3 227 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 2 1 7 5 12 0 0 35 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port Boston ...... New York Philadelphia . Baltimore ... Norfolk Tampa ...... Mobile New Orleans . Jacksonville .. San Francisco Wilmington .. Seattle Puerto Rico .. Houston Piney Point .. Yokohama ... Alpena Buffalo Cleveland .... Detroit Duluth Frankfort .... Chicago Totals 0 43 5 19 6 4 21 29 11 29 9 6 6 51 0 2 2 0 0 3 2 4 2 254 1 7 0 1 2 0 0 3 5 8 5 3 1 7 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 47 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 Port Boston New York Philadelphia .. Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile ....... New Orleans .. Jacksonville ... San Francisco . Wilmington ... Seattle .. •. Puerto Rico ... Houston Piney Point ... Yokohama .... Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth ....... Frankfort ..... "Chicago .. .T:. Totals Totals All Depts. 2 39 6 15 7 1 14 33 14 33 5 14 7 24 0 2 0 8 0 30 9 . 14 7 284 1,512 5 88 17 28 12 4 17 45 31 54 20 27 9 58 41 1 0 6 10 |14 14 3 4 508 871 6 24 0 7 6 0 0 6 3 0 1 4 0 36 0 4 24 18 20 56 15 13 20 263 305 3 44 3 19 10 1 5 41 20 32 1 10 8 36 0 0 2 5 4 10 7 12 2 276 2 40 5 8 9 1 7 28 12 27 3 8 8 21 28 1 1 0 3 3 4 0 3 222 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 2 4 3 0 2 25 • ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 t' 50 I 12 ; 37 9 3 ^ 22 M 48 K 7 • 42 ^ 3 I 13 1 26 if 0 » 17 2 0 §• 2 2 1^ 19 i 6 1.221 659 138 6 S 3 339 2,354 i,3oa PRESIDENT PaulHaU SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Frank Drozak Paul Drozak HEADQUARTERS 675 4 Ave., Biilyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-66M ALPENA, Mich. 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (5i7) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltiinorc St 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Mass. 215 Essex St 02111 (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.Y.... .290 Franklin St 14202 SIU (716) TL 3-9259 IBU (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, DL. .9383 S. Ewing Ave. 60617 SIU (312) SA 1-0733 IBU (312) ES 5-9570 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DETROIT, Mkh. 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. 48218 (313) VI3-4741 DULUTH, Minn. 2014 W. 3 St 55806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box D 415 Main St 49635 (616) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tex. ... .5804 Canal St 77011 (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, na..2608 Pearl St 32233 (904) EL 3-0987 JERSEY CHY, NJ. 99 Montgomeiy St 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala.. ...IS. Lawrence St 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St 23510 (804) 622-1892 PADUCAH, Ky. . .225 S. 7 St. 42001 (502) 443-2493 PHILADELPHIA, Pa...2604 S. 4 St 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PORT ARTHUR, Tex.... .534 9 Ave. 77640 (713) 983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 1321 Mission St 94103 (415) 626^6793 SANTURCE, P.R..1313 Fernandez, Joncos, Stop 20 00908 (809) 724-0267 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo.. .4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314)752-6500 TAMPA, Fla. 312 Harrison St 33602 (813) 229-2788 TOLEDO, Ohio 935 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, Calif. 510 N. Broad St 90744 (213) 549-4000 YOKOHAMA, Japan P.O. Box 429 Yokohama Port P.O. 5.6NIhooOhdori Naka-Kn 231-91 201-7935 Ext 281 Shipping has been good to excellent in most ports as can be seen in the above shipping figures. In the month of August a total of 2,018 permanent jobs were shipped from SIU halls. Of these 1,221 jobs were taken by 'A' book men, leaving 797 jobs to be filled by and 'C* seniority men. The active SIU membership is made up of roughly 60 percent 'A* book men and 40 per^ cent 'B'. The montfr's shipping figures show that about 60 percent of tbe jobs were taken by 'A' men and 40 percent by 'B*. This means there are plenty of jobs to be had for all SIU members. September 1974 ' Page 13 ''t V:' ii- I" �• • •-<•' • SV. •. < ASHORE 4> . Baltimore Able-seaman Herman Whisnant has been in the USPHS hospital here since July 15 after undergoing an operation on his leg. Seafarers also at the USPHS hospital here are Ame Larsen, Ralph Nay and N. Wuchina, who was sailing as second pumpman on the Overseas Arctic and was re-admitted to the hos­ pital on Aug. 12. Drop these men a line. They will appreciate hearing from you. t.. i / Boston Three ships paid visits to this port last month. They are the Eagle Voyager (United Maritime), Ogden Wabash (Ogden Marine) and Overseas Evelyn (Maritime Overseas). Houston Recent SIU pensioner George B. Williams on receiving his first pension check here stated, "This reminds me of the time Joe Volpian shook my hand and gave me my Union book. The most important point in my life was then and now. The imtiring efforts of the oflScials has made the SIU the greatest organization for people like me. Job security, equitable pay and benefits are most satisfying to us all. I consider all of them my friends and brothers." New York Planning has begun for the Atlantic International Air and Surface Search and Rescue Seminar to be held in April, 1975 at the Biltmore Hotel here. The four-day seminar, sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard, with the cooper­ ation of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, is a forum wherein repre­ sentatives of government and industry from maritime nations can evaluate the state of high-seas lifesaving, using identification of persistent problem areas, critiques of existing national and international procedures, and dis­ cussions of newly developed technology. The goal of the forum is greater precision and effectiveness in saving lives at sea through increased international cooperation, improved technique and full exploitation of the newest technology. Although discussion will focus on procedures in the Atlantic basin, representatives of all major maritime nations will be invited, since many SAR problems are common on a worldwide basis. U II H. I Pensioner Ignatz Decareaux His Hobby Makes Him Michelangelo of SIU Piney Point Mike Sacco, vice president of the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship here, and his wife, Sophie announced their sixth blessed event, Anne Marie, a 7-pound, 9-ounce infant on Aug. 8. USPHS Hospital, Staten Island, N.Y. SIU pensioner Art Lomas now a patient in the hospital here, writes to the Seafarers LOG that the facility is a "haven of unexcelled medical care." Late last month Brother Lomas also wrote that he and other oldtime SIU brothers are "regaining our health durough the combined efforts of the friendly and very professional ward doctors." Writing OQ^he declared, "the skills of specialized surgery all aided by the T.L.C. (Tender Loving Care) of those lovely, young ladies of the scrupulously-trained nursing staff and their aides who always added on a great psychological lift to cheer the stay of a seaman." He added that "in those days (in the '40s, '50s and the '60s) the LOG would often contain many fine letters and often articles from grateful mem­ bers wishing to acknowledge their appreciation in this manner." Brother Lomas says he's aided at the hospital by "the added comforts of modem technology." Confined to his home before for several years, he had been helped "with a hospital-type respiratory machine very generously supplied by our own Sea­ farers Union." He said the hospital's co-director sent an ambulance all the way to his Yonkers, N.Y. home" for prompt and needed treatment that has already broughtgreat relief.. .'Seafarer Lomas concludes "the ambience—the personal treatment is out­ standing as always ... everyone is so caring and so beautiful—doctors-nurseseveryone." Shipmates can find the ailing Seafarer in Ward A-B 3, Room 242. ; la this coiiatzy a veiy sttbstanOal cottfiibiriio& lo the iurtionai " PageU SIU Pensioner Ignatz Decareaux proudly displays just a few of the over two hundred statues he has made since retirement in 1966. The sea, however, "will always be my first love," he says. Some of his friends kiddingly call him Michelangelo Decareaux, and they have good reason, because in the eight years since his retirement, SIU Pen­ sioner Ignatz Decareaux of Arabi, La. has authored over two hundred statues of various sizes and subjects. For the 71-year old Seafarer, statuemaking began simply as a hobby, but since then has developed into a kind of second career. He completed his first statue shortly after his retirement due to poor health in 1966. And, to a man like Brother Decareaux, who had actively sailed fbr over 30 years and who had circum­ navigated the globe four times on SIUcontracted vessels, retirement from the sea was a very tough, reluctant, yet necessary decision. The Louisiana artist begins the statue-making process with a mold which he lines with wire. He then pours in plaster of paris and leaves it to dry. When dried, he removes the roughsurfaced statues from its mold and pain­ stakingly polishes it to a smooth, shiny, porcelin-like finish. Depending on the subject matter of his statue. Brother Decareaux then meticulously paints his work with pastel greens, blues, reds, yellows and oranges as a finishing touch. When he began, Decareaux used a small den for his workshop but since has completely taken over the garage and now has to park his car on the street. He has made beautiful statues of Venus, the head of Christ, sailing ships, soldiers, bulls and matadors and many other subjects. Most of his finished products he gives to his old shipmates, and other friends and relatives. He has decorated his own home with some and has even sold a few. Even though he has been retired for eight years and his time is well occupied, the sea "will never leave my veins," says Brother Decareaux. Each morning to this day, he either walks, or rides his bicycle the five blocks from his home to the Mississippi and nostalgically watches the tug-barge trafiSc and the deep sea vessels plying her waters. Occasionally, he visits his old ship­ mates aboard SlU-contracted ships when they come in for payoff in the port of New Orleans. On one of his most recent waterfront trips, to the Sugar Islander, the retired Seafarer had an interesting experience that he enjoys recounting. The Sugar Islander's veteran Bosun, William Parker, years before made his first trip as an ordinary seaman on a ship with another veteran bosun, Ignatz Decareaux. A native of Polina, La., Brother Decareaux joined the SIU at its inc6ption in 1938 and sailed with the old International Seamen's Union before that. A severe heart attack nearly ended his sailing career in 1964, but he con­ tinued shipping out until 1966 when his doctors advised that it would be best for him to retire. Seafarer Decareaux looks back on his sailing career with fond memories, and even though he is happy with his new life and new work "the sea was always my first love." Get Passports All Seafarers are advised that they should have United States passport books and should carry them with them at all times. Seafarers have encountered problems in some areas of the world because they did not have passports, and the problem seems to be increasing. In addition, many Seafarers have not been able to make flyout jobs to foreign countries be­ cause they lacked passports. A U.S. passport can be secured in any major city in the country. If you need assistance in getting a passport, contact your. SIU port agent, j ^ . Seafarers Log T:- • .' • i'- : •, ^ .. �Is Give $300 to Save Child, J1 AT SEAi Seafarers Aid Stricken Girl She's only 11. But she's lying in a hospital bed fighting for her life, Angelita Pimentel is a little angel stricken with leukemia—a cancer of the blood—and it is reported that she doesn't even know the Grim Reaper lurks near. Nicknamed "Chinggay," the pretty prl, who her hematologist Dr. Concepsion Narcisco says "is dying a little every day" in Room 158 in the ABM Sison Hospital, Mandaluyong, Manila, the Philippines, was visited recently by three Seafarers from the SlU-crewed SS Raphael Semmes (Sea-Land) an­ chored in Subic Bay. Giving the little miss $300 donated by the crew, a radio, candy and choco­ lates, were Chief Steward Rafael Her­ nandez, deck delegate AB Lars Nielsen and OS Arnold Lopez. The child's aunt and guardian Mrs. 'Josefina Pimentel profusely thanked the Seafarers who are all from the West Coast. Angelita entered the hospital July 23 where she has been losing about a pound a day. Her white corpuscle blood count is up to 73 million and her red corpuscle blood count is down to two million, according to reports in a Manila newspaper. Physicians figured she had at the most four months to live. However, they haven't given up hope, yet. Doctors are injecting the girl with the powerful, experimental drug, Oncovin. Her doctor says "If Chinggay re­ sponds favorably to this drug in one or two months, then there is hope for her. Otherwise, only God can help the girl." Oncovin costs 110 Philippine pesos a vial and Chinggay requires one a week for two injections. Without the drug she would wither away, says the specialist. Her aunt, a destitute widow, said she spent 800 pesos in four days for the drug and blood transfusions for her ward. Senora Pimentel earns a mere 600 pesos a month as a Spanish teacher. Besides herself, she supports Chinggay, a daughter, her parents and other nieces and nephews. Now, she doesn't know where she is going to get the money needed to save the life of Chinggay, the newspaper report notes. The waif of woe had been living with her aunt since her mother disappeared years ago. Last year her invalid father was crippled in a car crash. Still today in her hospital bed, Angelita thinks she only has the flu. Daily she frets over having to stay in bed. She's wan and very weak from fighting off continuous waves of dizzi­ ness. She lifts her thin arms with an effort, the Manila newspaper reports. Notwithstanding all this, Chinggay tries to be a smart tyke in the fourth grade. Chinggay's troubles all began when attacks of dizzy spells hit. Finally, when the vertigo became more frequent, her worried aunt took her to the family physician. Dr. Jose Genato, who sent her to a hospital in Panaderos, Sta. Ana. Their diagnosis had the finality of a death "sentence: acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Little Angelita is still fighting for her Ufe. , Bob Prentice is a man who prac­ tices what he preaches—^and what he preaches is education. The 55-year old salt never hesitates to advise a younger Seafarer of the importance of education and upgrading at the Lundeberg School to achieve higher ratings, better pay, and job se­ curity for the future. A long-time black gang member, he tells his younger shipmates in the engine department that the School's career advancement programs will enable them to climb to the top unlicensed ratings, as well as lay the groundwork for more advanced coursed eventually leading to a Chief Engineer's job. Although sailing off and on since 1939, Prentice did not join the SlU until 1967. Over the years, he has -sailed with other seamen's unions and feels that his widespread exfwrience has given him an objective view of the recent history of the U.S. merchant marine. He says that the SlU, because of its far-sighted educational programs, has been able to stay afloat in spite of a sinking maritime industty, and that now, in the wake of maritime revitalization, "the SIU is the best seagoing Union." Bob first took advantage of the Lundeberg School in January of 1973, getting his QMED-any rating. At that time he said his visit was "an experience I shall never forget." He returned to the HLSS in June of this year and participated in the School's relatively new LNG program, and Is SS Manhattan The SS Manhattan (Hudson Waterways) is laid up at the Sun Shipyard on the Delaware River in Chester, Pa. after her last grain run to Russia. She's having her ice belt removed but her ice breaking bow will stay put. Her original bow goes to the scrappers. September 1974 presently taking the Diesel Engine Course, first time offered at the School. Mostly self-educated, the Coloradobom Seafarer also has keen interests in geology, archeology and photography. He has taken many individual archeological field trips around the world, and has tmcovered some undated pieces of pottery from the Citadel at Aquaba' on the Jordan River. Even at Piney Point during spare time, he takes an occasional field trip and has found arrowheads and other Indian artifacts. The ex-cross country trucker, altliough a permanent resident of Tampa, Fla. will often return to his home state of Colorado for nature walks in the Rocky Mountains. Brother Prentice hopes to ship on an LNG vessel when they soon come out under the American-flag. And while aboard, you can be sure he'll be preaching what he practices so well. 1 SS Uruguay Galveston's worst fire in a quarter of a century—a spectacular nighttime wharf blaze—triggered the SlU-crew of the SS Uruguay (Delta Line) into action to save their ship this summer. The flames wiped out the wharf and caused $6-million in damage to cotton, rice and equipment. Some vessels tied up to the dock were towed away when the fire alarm rang. Seafarers got 10 fire hoses operating in eight minutes on deck. Seven min­ utes later the crew cast off all mooring lines as the ship maneuvered away from her burning wharf on her own power. The conflagration of unknown origin broke out at 10; 10 p.m. on Pier 37 across from the SS Uruguay. Despite the heat, only blistered paint was reported on the SlU-contracted vessel with no mishaps to the crew. SS Overseas Rose Oiler Robert G. Donahue, 43, of the SS Overseas Rose (Maritime Over­ seas) passed away on July 22. The SlU crew sent flowers to his mother, Mrs. Alice T. McCance of Bergenfield, N.J. The ship left Rotterdam to a payoff in Houston on Aug. 15. SS Bethflor On her way to the port of Palua, Venezuela, Seafarers aboard the SlU-con­ tracted SS Bethflor (Bethlehem Steel) reported they tried to free the jSS Oswego Defender (Bethlehem Steel) which had been aground since June 30 with no success. SS American Victory Crew pantryman Johnnie F. Ferguson took a tumble hurting his back re­ cently aboard the SS American Victory (Victory Carriers) sailing in the Gulf. Seafarer Ferguson was lifted off the deck by a helicopter to the Bayside Medi­ cal Center in St. Petersburg, Fla. An engine room flashback sent fireman-watertender O. Bogdin ashore when his arm and hand were burned. The ship's chairman. Recertified Bosun John Eddins says: "Quite a few reports in the June issue of the LOG deal with vital interests to all Seafarers. 1 hope you read them for yourselves. "Briefly, as you know. Falcon Tankers were taken over by the Navy. This same company was the low bidder on the nine new 25,000 ton tankers that are to replace the older ships operated by Hudson Waterways. Our Union is still fighting the Navy takeover of Falcon Co., and will challenge the award of this latest contract to an NMU company whose bid was higher... "The fight still goes on for the Oil Bill that when passed will guarantee more ships, more jobs. Paul Hall has addressed both Houses in this contest and manx^hours and dollars have been spent. "This is how omr investment in SPAD is used. When the job is done we'll have our dividends in jobs and security, or pork chops." SS Thomas Lynch Seafarer Bob Prentice I I ^11 SS Seafrain Maryland EducationCan Do For You i This Waterman Steamship Co. vessel sailed out of Jacksonville Harbor on Sept. 15 on a voyage to Saigon with a cargo of 5,250 metric tons of diammonium phosphate. Expected time of arrival there is on Sept. 30. SS John Penn Another Waterman Steamship Co. vessel, the SS John Penn sailed from Tampa to Bangladesh early this month with a cargo of 7,500 tons of triple superphosphate. SS Sea-Land Finance The Sea-Land Finance left Hong Kong, Kobe and Yokohama to swallow the anchor in Seattle on Sept. 14 with ports of call in Long Beach on Sept. 18 and in Oakland on Sept. 20. SS Columbia Sailing from Donaldsville, La. to Saigon will be the SS Columbia (U.S. Steel) on Sept. 15 carrying a cargo of 10,500 metric tons of diammonium phosphate. Early next month she will carry 10,900 metric tons of phosphate to Saigon from Belledune, New Brunswick, Canada. Page 15 . •. .-11 I ii' I" $: I •A "I �>. U- . 1 kt in 142 Bosuns Have Graduated Wsuns ftece Honor Roll . Twelve more bosons graduated from the SllPs Bosun Recertification Program this month and have gained a greater knowledge of their Union and the entire maritime industry. They will return to their ships and inform their brother members of our problems and how we are dealing with them. Below are the 12 new graduates, who bring the total number of bosuns to go through the program to 142. • Following are the names and home ports of the J 42 Seafarers,who have [Successfully completed the W Bosuns Recertification Program; J':--; William Wallace Otto Pedersen Seafarer Otto Pedersen, SI, has been a member of the SIU since 1941, and has been sailing as a bosun since 1944. A native of Gulfport, Miss., he makes his home there with his wife Ernie and their three children. Brother Pedersen ships out of the port of New Orleans. Seafarer Bill Wallace, 64, luu been an SIU member since 1947, and started shipping as bosuri that same year. A na­ tive of Alabama, brother Wallace ships out of the port of Mobile where he lives with his wife Rita and their three chil­ dren. Ame Hovde Seafarer Arne Hovde, 55, has been a member of the SIU since 1942, and started sailing as bosun in 1943. A na­ tive of Norway, Brother Hovde now ships from the port of Philadelphia where he makes his home with his wife Lola. ••r Jose Gonzalez Seafarer Jose Gonzalez, 48, has been sailing with the SIU since 1952, and has been shipping out as bosun since 1957. Born in Spain, he now makes his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. Brother Gon­ zalez ships from the port of New York. Enrico Tirelli Seafarer Ernie Tirelli, 53, has been sailing with the SIU since 1946, and as a bosun for the past 20 years. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Brother Tirelli now lives in Hackensack, N.J. He ships out of the port of New York. Sebastian Foti Seafarer Sebastian "Jimmy' ^ Foti, 57, has been sailing with the SIU since 1941, and as bosun since 1954. Born in Boston, he now ships out of the port of Wilmington where he makes his home with his wife Irene. ^ •i"' . ' 'Vs.' ir • • ^ .-i-- fS -»-I i .-r •-, ,7 I i- :•-• .. y - William Morris Ardior Beck Daniel Ticer Seafarer William "Rocky" Morris, 48, has been an SIU member since 1950 and has been sailing as bosun since 1954. A native of New York, Brother Morris ships from the port of Baltimore, where he makes his home with his wife Mary and their child. Seafarer Arthur Beck, 45, has been a member of the'SIU since 1951, and has been scaling as a bosun since 1961. A native of New York, Brother Beck now makes his home in Newark, Calif, with his wife Young Mi and their two children. He ships from the port of San Francisco. Seafarer Dan Ticer, 56, has been a member of the SIU since 1944, and has been shipping as bosun since 1951. A native of Oklahoma, Brother Ticer now makes his home in Stockton,Calif. with his wife Alida and their three chil­ dren. He ships from the port of San Francisco. ^4K: . M' ^=•5 li, h,' i:> „ , Altsfett, Jidaa, Hoostoii liSSso, Robet^ San Jaais Audsmu, Alfred, Norfolk lAtapie, Jean^ New f AnOmoa, Edgar, New Yon. Lavoine, Raymond, Baltimore ^Annis, George, New Oriea$ Lee, Hans, Seattle Alfonso, Baltimo jbevhi, Jacob, Bidtimfwe Atkinsmi, David, Seattle Leyal, Jow^ Fhiladelpliia Baker, Elmer, Houston Libby, Gei^e, New Orleans Bamhill, Elmer, Houston Mackert, Robert, Baltimore Baudoin, James, Houston Maiming, Denis, Seattle Beaven, Norman, New Orleans Bfattfoli, Gaetano, New York ij Beck, Arthur, San Francisc^ MteCadiey, Earl, New Orleans I i Beechmg, Marion, Houstoii McGinnis, Arfliur, New Orleans Beiger, David, Norfolk Meehan, WflUam, NorfoOk Bcye, Jan, New York Mmill, Charles, Mobile Bojko, Stanly, San Francisco IMBBeivCtyde,SeBtBe Bcney, Andrew, Norfolk : Momurdo, Sylvester, New Orleami Bourgot, Albert, MobQe Morrfo, Edward, Jr., Mobfle Bryan, Ernest, Houston A Morris, William, Baltimore jBryant, Vernon, Tampa floss, John, New Orieans iBondi, George, New Orleans Moyd, Ervin, Mobile Burke, George, New York / Mallis, James, Mobile Burton, Ronald, New Yorlj JMhrrry, Ra^h, San Francisco Bnshong, William, Seattle I rr Nash, Walter, New York fBiit^rton, Walter, Norfolk Nichrdson, Etqgene, Baltimore iBiodi^ Bbuhion, Houston .Nieli^ Vagn, New York fGalddra, AiDihony, Houston CPCoimor, William, Seatte Castro, Gofllermo, San Juan iB8on,Fr^Shn Francisco 1 Chrfo^beny, Ridiard, San Fiandseo:(koaamer, AUiert, San Fnmdbcp. . ^ Ciriecl^ Jol^ San Francii CO .» \ Barker, Jam^ Hoostos New York Bedefsen„Ofio, New Orleans ^ Gafooii, JstteS, Seattle Pkilil^, FNldeli^ MObi^ , £ AAlWper^ Fred, Mobfle Bimce,''Fla!yd,'i^iistmi ,> V' ^ IPAirtico, Cimries, Houstoi » ' Bnty^ WaUace, Jr., San Frmicbi^ V ilhirvflie, RMiard, Houston Pierce, Jrdiit,Bhifodelphia A IDel^^fiiBo, New York ^ A ^ Fdiianen, Viekko, New Orieans ' ; JDIcldriafm^ll^^ Mobile M .{>1 PiNdsen, Verner, Seattle Itlnsoii^ Jaraes^Mohile '^'^'^^A'PresBly, Donald, New York . ri New York ^ ? Pachalski, Kas^ PuiBami, Jain^ San Francisco Fmnen^ RayiiOnd, New (hfeam Radkh, Tony, New Oriiauis EAgteie, New Yorjr RBn, Ewhig, New Oiieans Fotk Sebasdni, Wilitiingtoil Rih^, WBllte, San FraBKibcb ^ Galu^an) Hmmedi, Houston Mngnefte, Albert, Satt Franciseo ~ I Jhu&es, New Orleans Rivoa, Alfoimo, San Juan pflai^hiidmio, Doiiato, Rodrfques, Lancelot, San Jnan |:Gpam^ RPIM^ Jacksonvile l^dr^m^ OvUio, New York papazslcz, New Yorkj ilttiey^Efibard, Bailiniore ll^rttea, Robert, New Yorii^ Schwui^ieob^ Mobfle l^riiiao,^Jiimi<A» New Ybrl^ S{df,TlHMnias^^^B^ (Nik Seattle Francisco , >Biw4,NewYdrk Sheldrake, Peter, Hopston" gflhmstvedki Alh^ New Ydrk VNbrfoflk au^Iaik Seattle ,D(N|j|If^|i}e^ - •? ,c " ' ly ' .-n-AlW.,a:iVr. • ;,|^|^lto,'I^,York Charles Merrill Seafar^ Charles Merrill, 53, has been a member of the SIU since 1942, and has been sailing as bosun since 1945. A native of Mobile, Brother Mer­ rill ships from that port city and makes his home there with his wife Mattie and their son. Politics Is V:;- ' John Spuron Seafarer John Spuron, 48, has been a member of the SIU since 1942, and began sailing as bosun in 1946. A na­ tive of San Pedro, Calif., Brother Spu­ ron now ships out from the port of San Francisco where he makes his home. Frederick Pehler I Seafarer Fred Pehler, 47, has been sailing with the SIU since 1945, and as a bosun since 1950. A native of Iowa. Brother Pehler now ships from the port of Mobile, where he lives with his wife Margaret and their three children. I, Nev^^'' ' lihnk'Neiv.Y^" - TMstfDittkSistoFraaci^ Koeni,Johts, Mobfle. konis, Perry, New York Donate to SPAD Wpace^ William, Wardlaw, Richard Houston ^ Harold, Houston \^^'Alrt», New York;' SanFrnite^ :r-'y r^-i "•i ^ Following arje the names and departments df 109 Seafarers who have ajmpleted the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program. Heidk,C^oll,Dcck,;^A:. Hnmason, Joii, Dedk Restaino, Joiin, Engine • A-: AUisnn. Murohy, Engine Hwmmeri JjEUBes, Jr., SfCwapd , Ripfoy, rrililaiti, Deck Andrepout, P. J., Eu^e Hutchinson, Richard, Jr., Engine Rivers, Sam, Engine ^ "A, . Anudd Mott, Di^ - tRoback, James, Deck Bartol, Thomas, Deck Deck . : Johnson, Rodriguez, Charles, Engine .% Baxter, Alan, Engine ° Jones, Lcj^ette, Deck Rogersj George, -I Bean,P.L.,Deek Keg^ey, Thomas, e S^bb, Caldwell, Jr., En^e V Beanvm-d, Arthur, Engine Kelley, John, De^ , / SaHey,Robert, Jr.,Engine Aianll«1Hi^Tlatrrv Wnomuk BelUnger, Wimam, Steward Kemey, Pan!, Engine ASandeiB, Darry, Engh» liiS BhukhA, Richard, Engfoe Khksey, Chades, Enj^ne r,Ai&ed*th^ fill Bolen,Timothy, Deik . Kiftleson, L. Q., De<k ' r , Shaw, Ronald, Engine : Buike, Lee Roy, Engine KnigiU/I^ Slmohetfi,j<^eph, Steward Burke, Tim^hy,D€^ « Simpson, Spnigeon, En^ne CasUe, Stephen, Deck ^" ' Sisl^Kdth, D^ mm Clark, Garrett, Deck Kandrat, Joseph, Steward - - ' Shiiith, p. B., Sti^ Conklin, Kevin, Engine Lehiiiann,Ai1hiir,Deck / Smith, Robert, D^ Cunningham, Robert, Deik Lentsch, Rrdrert, Dedc Spell, Gary, En^ne ^ Daniel, Wadsworth, Engine Lnndeman, Louis, Deck , %eU,JoseDh,D^ Davis, Williaiii,Ded( ' Makarewicz, Richard, Engine < • ' Spenwr, H. D., Ei^uie Day, John, En^ne Manning, Henry, Steward Starter, David, EngihC Deike, Mkhaei, £B^ Marcns, M. A., Deck Svobodb, Kvetosbiv, En Deskins, WiUlam, Stemurd McAndreWy jMrarniiy ^ ^ Di.iog,kaii«.,B#r • McCahe, -• John," Engine . Tbonms^T1nM>fhy,De<k Ewing, Larry, Steward , "_McCalie,T. J., Engine ~ ' T^raittor,Rob(^Deck /; Flla, Marion, Detk Minix, Jr., R.G., Engine ;Lntterbadk, LAno', Dedt'A;: ~ lit ' ' MiraMiia lnlhi» Windnntt Galka, Thmnas, Miranda, John, Engine /, Yam^Thontas, Deck Gamy, Stephen^ Dedk Moore, C.M., Deck ^ Valten, Mdney, Garcia, Robert, De<k VanykllioHnas, Steward Gilliam, Robert, Steward Moore, Wliiiani,Deik Vnlanir, George, Dedc Walker, Marvra, En^e * - ^ Gotay, Rank Steward ^ Mortier, William, Deck Wambach, Alb^ Dedc ' Gower, David, Engine \ ' JV Fainter, Philip, Engine Graham, Patrick, De<k ^ Paloumbis, Nikrtaos, |WI!S<N%RI^^ Griines, M.H., Deck. : - 'x/y.,;'' _ _' Wohb, JrmikDedc Hari, Ray, Deck ^ Parker, Jasrti, Deik Hawkei^ Patrhkj'Dedc y^:-.Potetti,Pier8ttgdd,D^ pReam^^ Haynes, fliake, Engbte • •V 'A' Book Means Job Security Five Upgraders gain a better understanding of die ping opportimides are much better. industry they work in, and the Union The total number of Seaforers who diey belong to. And, once diey re­ have gone through this Upgrading ceive their full Books, their ship- Program has now reached 109. George Rogers Graduate Every month the Seaforers Inter­ national Union gives more Seaforers the opportunity to insure their job security for the future by putting them through a Seniority Upgrading Program in which they may learn the technology on newly-constructed ves­ sels. Seamen of the future will have to know these latest adv^cements in order to properly man American merchant ships in die years ahead. At the same time, those SHJ mem­ bers participating in die program Seafarer Steve Castle has been a member of the SIU since 1967. Born in Los Angeles^ Brother Castle now makes his home in San Diego. He ships out of San Fran­ cisco as an AB. Michael Deike Seafarer George Seafarer Mike Rogers has been a Derke graduated member of the SHJ from the Harry since 1967. Broth­ Lundeberg School er Rogers received in January, 1972. a QMED rating at Prior to attending the Harry Lundethe 'A' Seniority berg School prior to Upgrading Pro­ completing the 'A' gram, Brother Seniority Upgrad­ Derke received a ing Program. A native of Oakland, QMED rating at Piney Point. A native Calif., he now makes his home in Sacra­ of Milwaukee, he ships out of the port mento, Calif. Seafarer Rogers ships out of Houston where he makes Ms home. of the port of San Francisco. Mnrphy Allison RobertSmith Seafarer Bob Smith graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School in December, 1971. Prior to attending the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Pro­ gram, Brother Smith received his AB ticket at Piney Point. A native of Brooklyn, he now ships from the port of Houston where he makes his home. Seafarer Murphy Allison has been a member of the SIU since 1968. Prior to attending the Se­ niority Upgrading Program Brother Allison received a QMED rating at tlte Harry Lunde­ berg School. A native of Louisiana, he now makes his home in Oakland, Calif, with his wife Alma and their one child. Seafarer Allison ships out of the port of San Francisco. Page 17 '.y-l -'i 'it- i;' '• -I -.•f .1," :.4. V' . 'S „ Stephen Casde ^ii^NeYOrleansi Page 16 ' '* -•^T1rrt^k'Ettricd,: New Ydrik ^ Tbiiier^Pao!,NewOrteaiis ' f' NcY i �•f m fc look Out, Belowi ^ 21'/' •'if" .i+r': , ;,:V :..^¥-V~r.; .'V,- {'«f." • HISTORIC PRESERVATION; i li\ It's been a long time since you have heard from me, pro% ably more than eight years. In 1962 the SJU awarded me an ; Andrew Furuseth Scholarehip and in 1966 I graduated frdin Fairlei^ Dicldttson University, "^neck, N.J, Since that time, I have been working toward a goal that I laid before you as part of my scholarship appiicatiom s " I am happy at this time to tell you that I have accomplishetf:;; what I set out to do. On July 2, 19741 received notice from the Casualty Actuarial Society that I had passed my last exam and would be admitted as a "Fellow" at their annual meeting j in November in New Orleans, La. It will make me oitly the f seventh woman to become a "Fellow" in jhe Society's 60-year, 1 thought you would be glad to hear of my success since it was the SIU that has done so much to get me started. 1 am meet of your scholarship winners arc outstanding indland it pleases me to let you know that I have succeeded ^ Idie ppp^ op^ed for me;?,v i Let's Set the Record Straight r Final passage by the United States Senate of the oil imports quota bill (Energy Transportation Security Act of 1974) is a great victory which will benefit all segments of the American maritime industry. vestigated testimony was entered at the Senate hearings on the bill which con­ cluded that "there should not be any increase in the price of oil" to the con­ sumer, and that'charges for the transport of oil might actually be brought down. The fight for implementation of the oil bill has been a long, tedious, uphill, allthe-way struggle. But by no means is this fight over. The opposition's other favorite argu­ ment is that enactment of the bill will" spark retaliatory legislative measures by foreign nation's to implement their own cargo preference laws. This, they say, will cause international confrontation, and therefore the bill is not in the interest of national security. Led by the multinational oil com­ panies, the legislation's long-time opposi­ tion will continue in their campaign (o pressure President Ford into vetoing the bill—and if and when the bill is signed they will pour their forces into blocking its complete implementation. The opposition will continue to use the same old arguments that the bill is inflationary, and that it is not in the best interests of national security because it would violate existing treaties with for­ eign nations. Let's straighten a few things out right now. The oil companies claim that the bill would add anywhere from $20 to $60 billion to U.S. energy costs over the next decade. This is a completely unfounded allegation. First of all, what are the oil interests using for cost comparisons? Presently, because of the almost complete monopoly of oil transportation held by the multi­ nationals, diere are no tanker carriage rate structures available—^therefore noth­ ing with which to compare. - Secondly, expert, impartial, well-in­ Who's kidding who about national security and cargo preference? Venezuela recently enacted legislation providing for eventual 50 percent car­ riage. The Arab exporting nations have formed the Arab Maritime Petroleum Transport Co. to develop an Arab tanker fleet "large enough to carry 40 percent of Arab crude exports." Japan mandates 50 percent of oil imports on its nation's flag vessels, and France reserves two thirds of its oil imports for her fleet. Cargo preference is nothing new, and the United States is by no means setting, an international precedent. What the U.S. is doing, though, is creatmg an eventual 225,000 man years of employment for American workers, shoring up a deteriorating U.S. balance of payments, and writing a national in­ surance policy against oil transportation boycotts. - ir ~ ; mXiS ' it ^ (• \ ^ ^ f&i I We arsivcd in Vokohams sboaid Ihv SS Ibcfvill-? on Aug 22 with several beefs tibat had to be cleared dp. We also had several meclianicai problems involving the air-conditioning system, the ice-making machine, and a cold water shortage. Ed Morris, Yokohama patrolman, handled all of these cases promptly and efficiently. Therefore, in the name of the entire crew of the Iberville, I wish to commend and thank Ed for an outstanding Job. Frateniaiiy C. Tony Blake t' ' • , '•( : ' I 1974 Volume XXXVI, Hfl, > the.Seafarers interoatlanal Union North annertc#..^lentic, Guhr,^)^M and Inland Waters Qhi fccetaitlve Board i Cat Tanftor, £*ec«ffVe ViCB-PioMent gen Shepord, Vio^-Pmsitim Joe DtCiorsto, Seerafa/y-Treavurer iindsey Wimerns, Wca-ZVas/uertf Prs«H Wce-frasWfi/ir . Seefarers International Union. AtJanlie, ^ frill? { r . :>:A ine oil imports quota bill means na­ tional security, and the SIU will not rest until the bill is finally enacted, and its provisions completely implemented. Seafarers Log ui f-'MV.- �Z- Z'i . •. i'r [: fll pr^. H Alone ,., m an urban tower ., . high on a concrete floor ... with cold winds howling around me .. In the distance ^. . the hazy io^ of a bucaneer ,,. peering through the mist;. i luring my Imagihation . .. Conjuring up unfulfilled yearnings for a half remembered past... In some lost incarnation ^ . V A ship at the pier ... temporarily tied ... with the promise of adventure jUst ahead^,; While I. r. Uapped In my urban cell.,. doomed to a concrete prison v i'. a prisoner Of iwy Iwaginatipn and r .iAnd then . The telephone .., jarring the night... emotions... tangling up the wire Voices .., rasping ... fighting .. . fighting for life . Even anger is welcome ,. . the dissonant voices .. . cutting the vacuum sucldngme into The vdrtex::. > Willingly ... wiflin^y ... until the purpose is lost... the meaning gone ... the image i ,'I My nemesis ... tlie silence or the voice ..iikages running into images ... like tears... On..an inkfill^ sheet.. V V.'. CreaUng patterns where none exist.., diffusing the content.. ^ imitation of art and ', Z'l . . -V > ' * .... •peship...MiIsftOTthe^,..^y. .^CTlyrtBgoae..,a And my voyage ... ftom whimsey to anger snbsuies ... on a wave oT nostd^a., Returns... ^ Kapunsei <armdt let down her golden hair ... -<1 \-k • s ' X y Thfmis. ..A 'v-'v ' ^InThd. "The earth's nature out At sea is the' ^ Strangest force I have I Ever felt or seen" , : .'•ZKZZ:} Z--L ^' -> > ' t ,.} ,y •. ? ^ Sta«r'''' . Stars! ', « *-V ZiyZk V ^ The baby in the crib is happiness to keep The child with a toy is a ^ven Joy to see ^ /, The mind to love is a course you need i ^ ^ . Por the heart is all yon want to give. TE •. .,v.,.w .^r-v. -r --.v.v.- \ \ ^ ; Along the line of words as the memory keeps , J' I Knowing the books the thoughts and the deeds The viscissitude of life.where ends meet. . /? ' 's; ^ -.I; In the days and the n^hts when in the cradle you creep ^ Fedtog 4 tenderness when motor pms you to deep silent^ ' ^he sacriBee she has given you ouly nature can bear . L And only Gpd and country and mother can bear. Anton Eattawtch -?'' -'r' 'j,..' 'li. .r; ^ ,l f ~ " ' i- "^e Water in the current ' Thrashing against the steel ship Mm a:rV V g ^ ' - 7'^ ' ^ . >.7 •M- • ' Bypassesthenorthandthesouthwherefrigidzonesrest V v ^ * The wise man looks to the stare and leads the way to the goal-^ . rr- - * '• ;-fI1ieforce.l^^^^^^ ' ZZ'ZW J \ ' 7 Z^'Z " i:.^d then the ship drops li^ J^V;-"7l7" .^''^'"17 Books you see to the left and theshows to the right Water dripping out of a sj^ut jpout," 7- ;-J ' 7. ': ^ Neitherconcernsyouastowhatdirectionsyoutake U , And Fmstay'n right here at home ' Unaware of the thoughts you yourself could create. / I guess you could say that I'mancL. r Sea With chill and ram ... i-.. . TMI ^ ^ WiMiam ivutiai j diaf hits yon with cold pa^^ "But sometimes the heat will - flow hotter than hell and All of a sudden you'll feel ill." My sea boots are still here in the closet For I use them on snowy days Reminds you of an, vjasterrioe. Endless roller coaster ride." . - , < ' J. > / > '*You don't know when It will ever die." Passed and gone jWhen it's over you ^ Will sing a song."' ""Time out here runs on In place justlike Being in the outer space aip, many aays out at sea lakes you wonder if Someone can come iUpon land you can ' ^ • i miss me smpDoara.,»oises > > And the motion at night ui my bunk ^^hnnt'n thftbrfpzenn #4 hatch t' Page 19 September 1974 •7'', -vi v., •%.- �f Of •'S'? ' t s New SIU Pensioners i~^ ! William F. Janisch, 53, joined the SIU in 1943 in the pen of New York sailing as a chief electrician. He had sailed for 32 years. Brother Janisch walked the picket line in the N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961 and the Robin Line strike in 1962. Bom in New York City, he is a resident of Union City, N.J. m Howard F. Menz, 65, joined the Union in the port of New York in 1957 sailing in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Menz is an Army veteran of World War II and at­ tended a Crews Conference at the 'Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship at Piney Point, Md. Bom in Sewickley, Pa., he is a resident of Bmce, Fla. Anacleto Doromal, 66, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1955 sailing in the steward depart­ ment He had sailed for 43 years. Brother Doromal is a native of the Philippines and is now a resident of New Orleans with his wife, Carmelita. yy .Lk if;. Edward S. Fairfield, Sr., 66, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1953 sailing as a wiper. Brother Fairfield was in the U.S. Marine Reserve from 1930 to 1934. Bom in Philadelphia, he is a resi­ dent of New Orleans with his wife, Elizabeth. Dalphin L. Parker, 70, joined the Union in 1940 in the port of Hous­ ton sailing for 41 years, 15 of them as a bosun. Brother Parker is a na­ tive of Alabama and is a pre-World War II U.S. Navy veteran. He had applied for the Bosuns Recertification Program last March, attended u SIU Crews Conference Seminar in 1970 and did picket duty in the Dis­ trict No. 37 beef. Seafarer Parker now resides in Mobile. Thomas W. Cassidy, 50, joined the Union in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as an oiler. Brother Cassidy is a U.S. Marine veteran of World War II. A native of New York City, he is a resident of Islip Terrace, N.Y. Elmer W. Rushing, 61, joined the Union in 1940 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a bosun. Brother Rushing is a native of Mississippi and is now a resident of La Place, La. with his wife, Ethel. V Herman C. Dinger, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Elberta, Mich, in 1954 sailing as an AB. Brother Dinger was bom in Michigan and is now a resident of Kaleva, Mich, with his wife, Florence. Auhrey H. Thunnan, 56, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York sailing in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Thurrnan was bom in Kentucky and is'now a resident of Murray, Ky. Barney Kelly, 52, joined the Union in 1947 in the port of NeW York sailing in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Kelly is a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. He was bom in Alabama and is a resi­ dent of Houston. Johannes Rons, 64, joined the Union in 1948 in the port of New York sailing in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Roos had sailed for 44 years. Bom in Holland, he is now a resident of The Hague, The Nether­ lands, with his wife, Willemina. Stanley S. Torres, 66, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a chief cook. Brother Tor, res had sailed for 41 years. A native of Hilo, Hawaii, he is now a resident erf San Francisco with his wife Olga. Chris A, Markris, 50, joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as a chief cook and baker. Brother Markris is an Army veteran of World War II. Born in Alabama, he is a resident of Mobile. Urhln E. La Barrere, 62, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1955 sailing as a cook. Brother La Barrere is a native of New Or­ leans and is now a resident of Hous­ ton. Dale W. Fetrie, 57, joined the SIU in the port of Elberta, Mich, in 1953 sailing as an AB. Brother Petrie was born in Echo Twsp., Antrim County, Mich, and is now a resident of fiast Jordan, Mich, with his wife, Barbara. Albert L. Bagley, 66, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York sailing in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Bagley is a native of Maspeth, Queens, N.Y. He is now a resident of Narrowsburg, N.Y., with his wife, Elizabeth. Fellcito Aponte, 62, joined the _ SIU in 1939 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a bosun. He had sailed for 38 years. Brother Aponte is a U.S. Army veteran. Born in Puerto Rico, he is a resident of Baltimore with his wife. Carmen. John H. Weglian, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Detroit in 1965 sailing as a cook. Brother Weglian was bom in Michigan and is now a resident of Southgate, Mich, with his wife, Julia. Houston Committee - 'V ^ .•v'- The SlU-contracted Houston (Sea-Land) paid off last month in Port Elizabeth, N. J. after completing a coastwise run that included visits to the ports of Jack­ sonville, Houston and Charleston. The ship's Committee members, from ths left, are: Gene Hall, deck delegate; Frank Rodriguez, ship's chairman; Tony Parker, engine delegate and Fred Kotm, steward delegate. Page20 MEMBERSHIP MEEnMlS' SCHEDULE Port Date New York ... .. Oct. 7 Philadelphia . .. Oct. 8 Baltimore .. Oct. 9 Norfolk ..... . . Oct. 10 Detroit ...... .. Oct. 11 Oct. 14 Houston .;.... Oct. 14 New Orleans . ., Oct. 15 Mobile .. Oct. 16 San Francisco .. Oct. 17 Columbus . . . 19 Chicago .. Oct. 14 Port Arthur . ., Oct. 14 Buffalo .. Oct. 16 St. Louis . .. . 17 Cleveland .... .. Oct. 17 Jersey City .. .. Oct. 14 • ' •. Deep Sea IBU UIW .. 2:30 p.m. .. 5:00 p.m. .., 7:00 p.m. .. ...,. 2:30 p.m. ..,.... 5:00 p.m. .., 7:00 p.m. .. 2:30 p.m. ..,.... 5:00 p.m. ... 7:00 p.m. .. 5:00 p.m. ...,... 7:P0p.m. — .. ..... 2:30 p.m. ..., , , , ••• .. • • • • • '' ••, 5:00 p.m. ... ,, .. ..,.. 2:30 p.m. .., 5:00 p.m. ... .. 2:30 p.m. ....... 5:00 p.m. ...> • . • ' .. 2:30 p.m. ..,• t • • • • • • •• • — , ,, .. ... 1:00 p.m. ,, .. ... 5:00 p.m. ... ,, •. • ... 5:00 p.m. ... — ... 5:00 p.m. ... • • • • • • • • • .. .. . . .5:00 p.m. . . . •• • • . . . — • '. , f • • • • •'11 • . • ;. f Seafarers Log �^ a . . i:—- - - 'avy Tanker Shenandoah Pays Off After Greenland Voyage •a '• f - •t "i- Ui • r J,''! >4"'-> ' ''4i The SlU-manned T-5 Navy TankI er Shenandoah, returning from a trip to Greenland, paid off at the Gatx 'oil Refineries in Carteret, NJ. on Aug. 18. ;The crew reported spotting hun­ dreds of loose-floating icebergs while laid over at Thule Air Force Base north of Baffin Bay on Greenland's East Coast. Seafarers have been manning die Shenandoah, one of the 13 Navy tankers operated by Hudson Water­ ways, since December of 1972. The vessels keep Army, Navy and Air Force Bases around the world supplied with essential fossil fuels. •i ' l. * The well-kept deck of the Shenandoah towers impressively over oil refineries and other industrial centers of Carteret, N.J. in the background. '« i f• Part of the Shenandoah's crew poses topside for a photo after returning from trip to Greenland. They are, from the left: James Brock, chief pumpman; Walter Sedej, QMED and engine delegate; G. Torche, bosun, and Brothers Frank and Jim Edmonds, both able-seamen. Chief Pumpman James Brock inspects one of the Shenandoah's tanks. \ --.V i..* # fj-iJ r Brother Seafarers and fraternal brothers Jim and Frank Edmonds secure tank cover on.the T-5 Navy tanker. Brothers Jim and Frank both sail as ableseamen. Chief Steward Thomas Bolton, left. Cook and Baker Fonnie Rogers, center, and 3rd Cook C. W. Tarver are three good reasons for a well-fed Shenandoah crew. The entire steward department on the T-5 tanker was given a special vote of thanks by their shipmates. ^ t -X.. .r. • Page 21 September 1974 -V I '"I I / a:.• �Columbia Committee A CLEAR ^ COURSEI If you are cravicted of possession of any iUegal drug—^heroin, barbitulates, speed, LSD, or even marijuana—the U.S. Coast Guard win revoke your seaman papers, wifliout appeal, FOREVER. . That means that you lose for the rest of your life the right to ihake a living by die sea. However, it doesn't quite end there even if you receive a suspended sentence. You may lose your right to vote, your right to hold public office or to own a gun. You also may lose the opportunity of ever becoming a doctor, dentist, certified public accountant, engineer, lawyer, architect, realtor, pharmacist, school teacher, or stockbroker. You may jeopardize your right to hold a job where you must he licensed or bonded and you may never be able to work for the city, the county, or the Federal government. It's a pretty tough rap, hut that's exactly how it is and you can't do any­ thing about it. The convicted drug user leaves a black mark on his reputation for the rest of his life. However, drugs can not only destroy your right to a good livelihood, it can destroy your life. Drug abuse presents a serious threat to both your physical and mental health, and the personal safety of those around you. This is especially true aboard ship where clear minds and quick reflexes are essential at all times for the safe operation of the vessel. Don't let drugs destroy your natural i^ht to a good, happy, productive life. Stay drug free and steer a clear course. have had tiieir benefit payments held up because to supply complete information when filing their claims. Please conTom Cranford at (212) 499-6fi00. Name Social Security Number Union |McDonald,.R.A. , 01] 011-18-0188 ; A&GII tKauffer.C. .-v',233 -5061 086-16-2506 |Ujo, R lAlexander, G. UIW;! A&G IS, S. -4/- jSnider,L. ; iMcKenzie, R. z, L. tKirk, S> , ,' iv, Moore, R. iNixon, E. ' ' psepn, I, fcDougall, W. 5ttaris, J. trlton,a .. UU,H. ' 054-44-3626 296-07-3738 372-18-5193 244-86-2424 487-16-9638 401-88-1534 494-28-7906 405-16-4569 IBU • UIW . • •- UIW T&D A&G , ''••-7-.'IBU ; A&G IBU JBU IBU ' A&G IBU A&G = 5, A. isi wm —A The SlU-contracted Columbia, operated by Ogden Sea Transport, paid off recently at the sugar docks near Kent Ave. in Brooklyn, N.Y. Her committee members are, from the left: Ramon All, engine delegate; Leslie Blanchard, steward delegate; Charles Shiroa, secretary-reporterj and Ed Tylutski, deck delegate. Usual run for the Columbia is the Far East. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disburse­ ments of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Frank Drozak, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 • 20th Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealiqg with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should inunediatdy notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHI^. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including but not limited to furthering the political, social and economic interests of Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of member­ ship in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade imion concepts and Seafarer seamen. If af any 4me a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should Immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters 1^ certified mail, return receipt requested. Seafarers Log Page 22 : ; ..v,. .• L ''.v. . l'; •' A.,' ", . . . '• •; '''VvV-' p/T - • �'ri r - f I— Digest of SlU AMERICAN VICTORY (Victory Carriers, Inc.), July 8—Chairman T. Price; Secretary S. McDonald; Edu­ cational Director D. K. Kelley; Deck Delegate Edward J. Rokicki; Engine Delegate A. S. Stankiewicz; Steward Delegate Angeles Z. Deheza. No dis­ puted OT. The crew pantryman fell and hurt his back on Jiily 10, was taken off in the Gulf by helicopter and taken to the Bayside Medical Center, St. Petersburg, Fla. Everything running smoothly. Next port Tampa, Fla. SEATRAIN MARYLAND (Hudson Waterways), July 7—Chairman Recer­ tified Bosun John Eddins; Secretary W. J. Fitch; Deck Delegate H. DeBoissiere; Engine Delegate J. F. Billot Jr.; Steward Delegate F. Urias. $4.50 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman suggests that all crewmembers read the June issue of the Seafarers Log which contains many articles of vital interest to all. Crewmembers will also have a better under­ standing of how their investment in SPAD is used. OGDEN WILLAMETTE (Ogden Marine Inc.), July 7—Chairman Re­ certified Bosun Robert Schwarz; Sec­ retary E. Kelly; Educational Director H. Wilkerson; Deck Delegate Luis A. Spina; Steward Delegate A. A. Smith. Chairman spoke on the Energy Trans­ portation Bill which is on the Senate calendar and the importance of con­ tinuing support of SPAD. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward de­ partment for a job well done. ARIZPA (Sea-Land Service Inc.), July 6—Chairman Recertified Bosun S. J. Jandora; Secretary W. Seltzer; Deck Delegate Walter Gustanson; En­ gine Delegate Jose Pineiro. No dis­ puted OT. Chairman advised that anyone who had the required time for upgrading and needed an application they are aboard the ship. He advised that it is to the benefit to the individual as well as the Union to upgrade when­ ever possible. If any crewmember needed additional information on this program, the chairman offered his help. Vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. SAUGATUCK (Hudson Water­ ways), July 21—Chairman Recertified Bosun J. Delgado; Secretary J. Spivey; Educational Director H. Hess; Deck Delegate A. E. Weaver; Engine Dele­ gate V. T. Yates; Steward Delegate P. C. Stubblefield. Chairman advised crewmembers to read the Seafarers Log each month and to remember the im­ portance of their SPAD donations. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. DELTA ARGENTINA (Delta Steamship Lines), July 13—Chairman Recertified Bosun Tony J. Radich; Secretary S. B. Wright; Educational Director R. Lawson. Chairman com­ mented on how the SIU is getting new ships and jobs for all. That the Hany Lundeberg School at Piney Point is expanding and growing rapidly. Urged all crewmembers to contribute to SPAD so that legislation to protect the security of every crewmember and his family may be continued. No dis­ puted OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Belem. Strips' Meetings POTOMAC (Ogden Marine), July 7 —Chairman J. D. Blanchard; Secretary N. Johnson; Deck Delegate Henry Bouganim; Steward Delegate Henry Jones. $20 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Next port Dakar. ARTHUR MIDDLETON (Water­ man Steamship Corp.), July 14 — Chairman Lee J. Harvey; Secretary W. Braggs; Educational Director H. John­ son. Chairman held a general discussion on Union activities for the benefit of the young crewmembers on board. No disputed OT. Everything running smoothly. Next port Durban. JEFFERSON DAVIS (Waterman Steamship), July 28—Chairman Louis L. Arena; Deck Delegate John O. Frazier; Engine Delegate Thomas P. Toledo. No disputed OT. Request that a new assortment of books be obtained for the library. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. CITIES SERVICE NORFOLK (Cities Service), July 11—Chairman L. Stevens; Secretary M. Phelps; Edu­ cational Director J. Watson. Some dis­ puted OT in engine department. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. DELTA BRASIL (Delta Steamship), July 11—Chairman E. A. Ruhn; Sec­ retary R. P. Marion; Educational Di­ rector B. Cooley; Deck Delegate J. klondyke; Engine Delegate N. Garcia; Steward Delegate J. Huihmerick. No disputed OT. Any money in ship's fund to be used for purchase of food and refreshments for barbecue. Next port Santo Domingo. OVERSEAS ALEUTIAN (Maritime Overseas Corp.), July 21—Chairman Recertified Bosun T. Self; Secretary A. Brodie; Educational Director R. Guerra; Deck Delegate Henry E. Jones; Steward Delegate Malcolm Steven. Some disputed OT in engine depart­ ment. Everying running smoothly. Next port Manchester. OVERSEAS TRAVELER (Mari­ time Overseas), July 14-^hairman Recertified Bosun F. Cooper; Secretary J. Thomas; Educational Director W. Linnette. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. * f Lyman Hall Committee > 11 I The Ship's Committee aboard the Lyman Hall (Waterman) poses for the LOG photographer during the ship's most recent payoff at Pier 7 in Brookiyn, N. Y. They are, from the ieft: Rosco Rainwater, steward deiegate; Clayton Thomp­ son, deck deiegate; Felix Diaz, educational director and Ralph Collier, secretary-reporter. The Lyman Hall, having just finished a Far East run, is bound for Europe. CONNECTICUT (Ogden Marine Inc.), July 7—Chairman Carl Linberry; Secretary George W. Luke; Educational Director H. S. Buder; Deck Delegate B. Hoffman; Engine Delegate Mike J. Berry; Steward Delegate John R. Eppersom. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of CHICAGO (Sea-Land Service), July silence in memory of our departed 29-Mrhairman Recertified Bosun O. brothers. Rodriguez; Secretary F. Vega; Educa­ SEALAND McLEAN (Sea-Land tional Director Radam. No disputed Service Inc.), July 5—Chairman Re­ OT. Observed one minute of silence certified Bosun Donald J. Pressly; Sec­ in memory (ff our departed brothers. retary T. R. Goodman; Educational Director E. C. Tyler; Engine Delegate OVERSEAS ULLA (Maritime Over­ Daniel Dean. No disputed OT. Vote of seas), July 28—Chairman Walter Col- thanks to the steward department for a ley; &cretary John S. Burke Sr.; Edu­ job well done. Next port Elizabeth. cational Director Franklin Miller; Deck TAMARA GUILDEN (Transport Delegate M. C. Cooper; Engine Dele­ gate C. Johnson; Steward Delegate Commercial Corp.), July 28—Chair­ Herbert Holling. $60.50 in ship's fund. man John P. Davis; Secretary HatSome disputed OT in engine and stew­ gimisios; Educational Director Charles ard departments. Vote of thanks to the Wagner; Engine Delegate William Slaysteward department for a job well done. ton. $10 in ship's fund and $154 in movie fund. Some disputed OT in en­ Next port Charleston. JOHN PENN (Waterman Steam­ gine department. Everything running ship), July 5—Chairman H. Braun- smoothly. GALVESTON (Sea-Land Service), stein; Secretary A. S. Freeman; Educa­ tional Director A. Barbaro. Some July 21—Chairman Recertified Bosim disputed OT in deck department. Karl A. Hellman; Secretary Gus Skendelas; Educational Director Roger P. Everything running smoothly. SHOSHONE (Hudson Waterways), Coleman; Deck Delegate David H. July 28—Chairinan Recertified Bosun Boone; Engine Delegate John A. Sulli­ B. F. Gillain; Secretary R. Robbins; En­ van; Steward Delegate Oscar Svenson. gine Delegate Byron Elliott. Some dis­ $36.05 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. puted OT in deck and steward depart­ Vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. ments. Everything running smoothly. MERRIMAC (Ogden Marine Inc.), July 7—Chairman John C. Green; Sec­ retary W. T. Rose; Educational Direc^ tor V. D. India; Deck Delegate Edward O'Connell. $25 in ship's fund. No dis­ puted OT. Everything running smoothly. AMERICAN EXPLORER (Hudson Waterways), July 21—Chairman An­ drew N. Borre; Secretary E. Sylvester, Educational Director N. P. Oliver. No disputed OT. Chairman spoke to the crewmembers on the advantages that the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point has to offer the membership. Everything running smoothly. ROSE CITY (Sea-Land Service Inc.), July 14—Chairman Recertified Bosun F. E. Selix; Secretary R. P. Taylor; Educational Director N. Paloumbis. Chairman held a discussion on SPAD. No disputed OT. Vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. COSSATOT (Hudson Waterways), July 8—Chairman M. Casanusva; &cretary R. Hannibal; Educational Direc­ tor J. Mata. Some disputed OT in deck department. Vote of thanks to the cook for excellent baking. Everything run­ ning smoothly. t' f-- I OflScial ship's minutes were also"re­ ceived from the following vessels: PANAMA SL COMMERCE COLUMBIA MILLICOMA JACKSONVILLE BROOKLYN MIAMI FORTHOSKINS MX. VERNON VICTORY V-,. V . Page 23 September 19/4 N -criiA;., . v- I- �. ,} _ t :! i j:"'.'! • . iMi ANNUAL REPORT For the fiscal ended December 31,1973 SEAFARERS VACATION FUND f . (Name of Welfare Fund) ' ' 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 - ^ (Address of Fund) 17. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at $ 967.308.50 Beginning of Year $8,871,727.56 18. Total Additions During Year (Item 7) ...... 8,075,077.55 19. Total Deductions Daring Year (Item 16) .... 796,650.01 20. Total Net Increase (Decrease) 21. Fund Balance (Reserve for Future Benefits) at end of Year (Item 14, Statement of As­ $1,763,958.51 sets and Liabilities) to the STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES End of ASSETS . Reporting Year SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE of die STATE OF NEW YORK NOTES: (1) All data in the Annual Report is to be copied from the Annual Statement. Where a copy of U.S. Department of Labor Form D-2 has been filed in lieu of pages 7 to 14 of the New York Annual Statement, Part IV—Section A of Form D-2 may be substituted for Page 3 herein. (2) The Annual Report is required to be filed, in duplicate, not later than five <' ^ months after end of fiscal year. Address replies to New York State Insurance Department, 55 John Street, New York, New York 10038. ' ' (3) The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general information as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. If you are interested in a more comprehensive treatment refer ij to Page 4 under the heading, "Additional Information is Available". CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE (RESERVE FOR FUTURE BENEFITS) ,: V ADDITIONS TO FUND BALANCE _ Item 1. Contributions: (a) Employer (b) Employee (c) Other (Specify) 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. $8,732,929.62 , ,, (d) Total Contributions .i...... Dividends and Experience Rating Refunds . from Insurance Companies .' Investment Income: (a) Interest .; (b) Dividends (c) Rents (d) Other (Specify) (e) Total Income from Investments Profit on disposal of investments Increase by adjustment in asset values of investments Other Additions: (Itemize) (a) See Attachment ...; (b) r : (c) Total Other Additions ............ i ... Total Additions $8,732,929.62 • . 65,929.45 "^ v • : 65,929.45 Item ~r~Cash.. $ 201,717.03 2. Receivables: (a) Contributions: (1) Employer See Attachment 2,500,676.75 (2) Other (Specify).See Attachment 750,000.00 (b) Dividends or Experience Rating Refunds 385,519.45 (c) Other (Specify) See Attachment 3. Investments: (Other than Real Estate) (a) Bank Deposits At Interest and Deposits on Shares in Savings 1,022,337.11 and Loan Associations (b) Stocks: (1) Preferred (2)' Common (c) Bonds and Debentures: • rir (1) Government Obligations (a) Federal ' (b) State and Municipal ... .-. JO,000.00 : (2) Foreign Government Obligations .......^ (3) Non-Government Obligations (d) Common Trusts: (1) (Identify) ' (2) (Identify) (e) Subsidiary Organizations (Identify and Indicate Percentage of Ownership by this plan in the subsidiary) (1) % (2) % 228,820^4 4. Real Estate Loans and Mortgages ... ................ • • • • 7 5. Loans and Notes Receivable: (Othef than Real Estate) (a) Secured ;; (b) Unsecured 6. Real Estate: '" (a) Operated .i (b) Other Real Estate .... 7. Other Assets: • 1,996.56 (a) i\ccrued Income ............v....................... (b) Prepaid Expenses .^.... y.. i <.<.• (c) Other (Specify) See Attachmeht 23,714.50 8. Total Assets , $5,144,781.94 • ' • •; ' LIABILITIES ' 72,868i49^ 72,868.49 $8,871,727.56 DEDUCTIONS FROM FUND BALANCE 8. Insurance and Annuity Premiums to Insurance Carriers and to Service Organizations (In­ cluding Prepaid Medical Plans) 9. Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Separately Maintained Fund 10. Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Bene­ fits to Participants 11. Payments or Contract Fees Paid to Independ­ ent Organizations or Individuals Providing Plan Benefits (Clinics, Hospital, Doctors, , etc.) ................................ 12. Administrative Expenses: (a) Salaries (b) Allowances, Expenses, etc. (c) Taxes (d) Fees and Commissions '. (e) Rent '. .....' (f) Insurance Premiums .. i (g) Fidelity Bond Premiums ...: ,.. (h) Other Administrative Expenses (Specify) See Attachment (i) Total Administjrative Expenses. ;. 13. Loss on disposal of investments 14. Decrease by adjustment in assets values of in­ vestments 15. Other Deductions: (Itgipize). (a) See Attachment - ii V ^ RECONCILEMENT OF FUND BALANCE Insurance and Annuity Premiums Payable ................ -Unpaid Claims (Not Covered by Insurance) .... Accounts Payable Accrued Expenses Other Liabilities (Specify) See Attachment Reserve for Future Benefits (Fund Balance) ........ Total Liabilities and Reserves "$2,609,419.62 748,570.20 22,833.61 1,763,958.51 $5,144,781.94 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE $6,874,541.32 ~ 910. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. REPORT ON EXAMINATION: This fund is subject to periodic examination by the New York State Insurance Department. All employee-members of the fund, all con­ tributing employers and the participating unions may inspect the Reports on Examina­ tion at the New York State Insurance Department, upon presentation of proper credentials. If you wish to see the Report, please contact the New York State Insurance Department, Welfare Fund Bureau, 55 John Street, New York 10038—Telephone: 488-4161 (Area Code 212). OTHER INFORMATION: Also available for inspection—to the public generally-— are the annual statements and registration documents filed by the Fund. These may be inspected during working hours at the above address, or at the office of the Fund.STATE OF. 101,486.66 7,697.09 8,139.40 32,611.95 25,281.60 5,212.43 SS. V- COUNTY OF. and. \':vi • .'f 338,162,93 518,592 Trustees of the Fund and affirm, under the penalties of perjury that the contents of this Annual Report are tiiie and hereby subscribe therejo. Employer trustee/ '681-944.17 (b) ......................v.............. (c) Total Other Deductions . . 16. Total Deductions .....; Continued on Page 25 ' Seafarers log Page24 .,r •• /- '••• 4 <:''l 1 iv; i. -A:) ,V -f' I. -I -ri.iMt .,:l --I. i'-^ • t..I.-,c �Seafarers Welfare, Pension, and Vacation Plans Cash Benefits Paid Peter Gavillo Please contact Mrs. H, S. Lincoln as soon as possible at 2716 Maryland Ave., Baltimore, Md. 21218. James Edward Hughes Please contact Hazel M. Wagner as soon as possible at 522 Summer Ave., Burlington, Iowa 52601 or call (319) 754-8516. July 25-Aug. 21,1974 SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN ELIGIBLES Death In Hospital Daily @ $1.00 In Hospital Daily @ $3.00 Hospital & Hospital Extras Surgical Sickness & Accident (2 $8.00 Special Equipment Optical Supplemental Medicare Premiums Frank Nagy Please contact Mrs. M. Nagy as soon as possible at 21 Ixia Rd., Wychwood, Germiston, Transvar, South Africa. Emett Thompson Please contact Bill Doran at his Brooklyn address as soon as possible. All Seafarers Mrs. Beatrice Suthard, mother of Seafarer Robert Morgan, wishes that anyone khowing the whereabouts of her son have him contact her as soon as possible at 416-A Chestnut Dr., Lakewood Acres, Rt. 6, New Port Richey, Fla. 33552. DEPENDENTS OF ELIGIBLES Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits In Hospital • Surgical Maternity Blood Transfusions Optical Desire Jean Louis La Berre Please contact your daughter, Mircille La Berre, as soon as possible at (305)851-2864. . PENSIONERS & DEPENDENTS Death Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits & Other Medical Expenses .. Surgical Optical Blood Transfusions Special Equipment Dental , Supplernental Medicare Premiums Brother Katzoff Sends Greetings Seafarer Max Katzoff, whose poems often appear in the pages of the LOG, would like to say hello to his **old shipmates in the port of Son Francisco.** Brother Katzoff is presently living in Jerusalem, and if his friends would like fo get in touch with him, they can reach him at P.O. Box 6740, Jerusalem, Israel. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM TOTALS Total Seafarers Welfare Plan Total Seafarers Pension Plan Total Seafarers Vacation Plan Total Seafarers Welfare, Pension & Vacation SEAFARERS VACATION FUND ATTACHMENT TO 1973 NEW YORK STATE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1973 Other Additions Page 2—^Item6(a) $ Interest on delinquent contributions receivable Reduction in provisions for reserve for contributions doubtful of collection Increase in uncollectable contributions applicable to field administra­ tion Adjustment to prior years reserve for payroll taxes payable on vaca­ tion benefits paid Unclaimed vacation checks $ Otim Deductions Page 2-^em 15(a) ^ Payroll taxes on vacation benefits ^.... •. Write-off of uncollectable contributions Examination, expense—New York State Insurance Dept YEAR TO DATE 15 236 89 9 3 6,032 212 11 117 5,070 2,349 121 30 59,368 12 1,746 231 372 62 97 14 4 153 3,549 567 1,014 186 29 1,225 77,137.85 1,978.93 9,464.50 3,900.00 241.00 3,101.51 716,157.68 17,715.07 129,352.45 48,434.75 • 2,212.65 26,049.97 30,000.00 15,629.33 5,096.62 1,690.00 1,561.03 2 1 1,895 84 1,306 943 102 454 4 21 6 12,947 36.10 140.00 13,013.40 247,000.00 209,404.59 36,186.60 14,057.25 10,533.82 305.75 4,716.61 1,416.86 93,576.30 1 61 150.09 20,786.81 9,533 2,238 812 12,583 91,542 15,469 8,376 115,387 — ' 10 110 101 12 92 — MONTH TO DATE $ YEAR TO DATE 42,500.00 $ 316,295.88 236.00, 5,070.00 267.00 7,047.00 1,508.30 17,770.55 784.00 3,478.00 48,256.00 474,944.00 — 3,515.40 4,747.90 39,616.58 839.90 11,422.70 — I. •t. ^ I-; - i ^• Tabulating services Equipment rental Employee benefits Contribution to pension plan Port activity reports Repairs and maintenance Dues and subscriptions Miscellaneous Microfilming Temporary office help ' Personnel recruiting 259,379.97 5,281.40 5,963.28 21,633.91 18,200.00 2,070.63 317.28 246.86 525.46 12.77 1,518.27 $ 338,162.93 18,775.36 7' :i. 29,697.84 Statement of Assets and liiibilities 11,652.62 9,349.50 72,868.49 Item 2—^Receivables (a) (1) Employer contributions $2,560,976.75 Less Reserve for contributions doubtful of collection .... 60,300.00 $2,500,676.75 (a) (2) Time Certificates of Deposit $ 750,000.00 $ 597,665.22 79,046.46 5,232.49 $ 681,944.17 s (c) Other Receivables Due from otheC Plans Miscellaneous . • ^ ^ ... ?r $ 382,492.70 3,026.75 $ 385,519.45 * $ $ • I 65,377.92 41,663.42 23,714.50 9,436.82 ... 9,665.65 1,761.85 -• 2,148.78 Item 13—Other Liabilities Contribution^ receivable—credit balance . $ ' 22,833.61 Page 25 •» . •i&M • *f 262,279.46 2,457,067.27 538,303.71 3,729,706.50 407,374.28 4,458,173.40 $1,207,957.45 $10,644,947.17 Item 7(c) Other Assets Furniture, fixtures and equipment Less ^cumulated depreciation Stationery, supplies and printing Postage, express and freight September 1974 MONTH TO DATE 3,393.17 Other Administrative Expenses Page 2—Item 12(h) Telephone and telegraph Amount •• j Continued from Page 24 Detroit office expense Number �I II i •. - t V-", • • y.: .1 M'"" pp5?rSv'i r''' ' " ^ -r.~.: ; ;v. T ,.rS • i' -'-' { y ' • I #•- /K ! ^ » i' • ' t.-'"-':- 'm •i f 1I ^ - • ! !• ^citt(^out^^a«€ /4ticic«tt ;4nt t ' 5 "Sir i 1 ?.i«. I r' 53^!^ • 0 i ^ y- I#- .f^\ ?'3C / 1- O/i Lydia, Oh Lydia, say have you met Lydia? \,Lydia the tattooed lady. — Groucho Marx . . . from "Lydia The Tattooed Lady" The art of tattooing is an ancient one, dating back thousands of years. There is evidence that the people of Egypt were tattooed as early as 1300 B.C., and burial remains of people in Siberia show evidence of tattoos in 300 B.C. Julius Caesar claimed that natives of Britain were tattooed when he invaded that land in 54 B.C. Tattooing—as most people know—is the pro­ duction of patterns by inserting dye under the skin. The word tattoo originally comes from the Tahitian, "tatu", and was introduced into English and other European languages after it was first recorded by members of James Cook's expedition to the South Seas in 1769. People get tattooed for many reasons, and vari­ ous cultures and customs have a lot to do with the motives. Some anthropologists think the practice originally developed from painting the face and body. Tattooing is usually done for either decora­ tive purposes; as an indication of status, or as a means of obtaining magical protection. There are several methods of tattooing, and these, too, vary according to culture and geograpWc location. For exaniple, in the Pacific Is­ lands the tattooer follows an outline traced on the skin, tapping the back of a comblike arrangement of thorn or bone to force the row of points re­ peatedly through the skin. The comb is dipped into a dye before tapping, or the dye may be rubbed into the freshly made wounds. The dye used is a dark pigment made of soot and water or oil, and sometimes vegetable juice. There is not much pain during the process —the points don't penetrate deeply. Designs are permanent—any mistakes can't be corrected. In New Zealand, the Maori warriors marked their faces with individual combinations of curves and spirals as dye was laid into grooved lines cut into the skin. This was used rather than the punc­ ture design process and it was an important mark of a man's identity. Some of the most complex tattooing took place in the Marquesas Islands of Polynesia, where sometimes the entire body was covered, including the scalp, eyelids and inside of the lips. The de­ signs were of human figures and objects of every-' day use. .Both men and women were tattooed, especially those of high social status. Aside from decorations and as an indication of social status, people in various parts of the world would get tattooed for superstitious and magical reasons. Burmese people had themselves tattooed with demon figures to protect against snake bites, and with cats to increase their agility; or so they beUeved. And up until the middle of the 20th Century, people in Iran were tattooed not only to beautify themselves, but to cure sickness and pro­ tect against the "evil eye." The art of tattooing has always been more pop­ ular in the Far East and Pacific Islands than in Eurppe and the United States. After the advent of Christianity tattooing was forbidden in Europe. In the Americas many Indian tribes customarily . \ i , 7 - ' yy. Seafarers Log �i r ?-r tI:.-''• % , -v 'Z3» !| I fejf <l?U -C^ ,, m. ? • .••'^^•''•;ir:'n «;>.• -•••r ; .x%; r ;^ ; ' ^ feSBSW r-: ImBSm -. ;t'S5: -; r' ^a^fev fr f fcM:- ijS'V } :: •M' _,..sl. 1. :-21' •\^ ' t ' ^ '• StM ^n^eticcd ^odaxf tattooed the body or the face or both. Tattooing was rediscovered by Europeans when, because of exploration, they came into contact with American Indians and Polynesians. Tattooed Indians and Polynesians, and Europeans tattooed abroad attracted quite a bit of interest at exhibits, fairs and circuses in Europe and the United States during the 18th and 19th Century. -Before long tattoo "parlours" sprang up in many cities (especially port cities) throughout Europe and the United States. These parlours had many designs available, and with the advent of electric tattooing (first patented in the U.S. in 1891) the tattooing business flourished. The best customers for these parloi'.rs were (and still are) seamen, those serving their country in its navy and men in the merchant niarine. Among all the world's professions, the greatest number of tattoos can be found on men who go to sea. It is not really clear how or why this custom began among seafarers, but it probably started because many of them visited foreign ports (i.e. Far East and Pacific Islands) and decided to try out on themselves what they had seen on the na­ tives. Many seafarers who get tattooed don't give it much consideration or thought, although once you have had it done it is extremely difficult to remove. If, after you've been tattooed, you find you dislike it—you're stuck. There are many classic tattoos'among seamen. Some which are common and popular with U.S. seaforers are: The American Eagle and/or an , ''' i ^j •/••'•y/v'-'A/.-A'''//'-,. " American flag; the Statue of Liberty; any type of ship; the words"Homeward Bound"and "Mother" under an appropriate design; and either a girl­ friend's or wife's name, usually inside a heart. Another popular and classic tattoo is a naked woman. Tattooing—especially in foreign ports—is a fairly lucrative business. Most ports have tattoo parlours, but in some—notably Bombay, Oki­ nawa, Amsterdam and a few in Korea—men with attache cases roam the streets or hang out in places that seamen frequent, peddling tattoos. They carry both the equipment for applying them and whole "catalogs" of designs and patterns. Many seamen today get tattooed in foreign ports, however there are a few American ports which have tattoo parlours. One such port is San Francisco, another is Honolulu. [Tattooing has been outlawed in some states, including New York, because there is some evidence of a con­ nection with such diseases as skin cancer and hep­ atitis.] Prices for tattoos vary according to the size and complexity of the design. Small and medium ones usually range around $10; more elaborate ones are closer to $20 and up. The practice of tattooing is still quite common today although it has never really caught on in Europe and in the Americas as much as in other parts of the world; there is a major diflference in that the practice is very commercial in Europe and on the American continent, while it is done more as a ritual and as part of the culture in other sec­ tions of the world. ' I• 1 '.i '' .19P^ I •'•V^vS I Si, •v f Page 27 September 1974 �•- ..s» ^ 'U I t •-r«" •I %• r • : PART IV—.SECTION B | '-'i. . • -- STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS For the fiscal year ended March 31,1974 .|! i; •:W ? ANNUAL REPORT GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION PLAN Name of Flan: Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Plan For year Beginning April 1, 1973 and Ending March 31,1974 fwl File No. WP-! 57217 (Name of Welfare Fund) b'* •: 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11215 (Address of Fund) tothe V SUPERINTENDENT OF BANKS of the \ : STATE OF NEW YORK i NOTES: (1) All data in the Annual Report is to be copied from the Annual Statement. Where a copy o£.U.S. Department of Labor Form D-2 is required to be filed in lieu of Pages 7 to 14 of the New York Annual Statement, the Statement of Assets and Liabilities (Part IV, Section A) and the Statement of Receipts and Disbursements (Part IV, Section B) of Form D-2 may be substituted for Pages 2 and 3 herein. (2) The Annual Report is required to be filed, in duplicate, within five months after the close of the fiscal year used in maintaining the records of the fund. Address replies to New York State Banking Department, Employee Welfare Fund Division, 100 Church Street, New York, New York 10007. (3) The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general information as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. For a more comprehensive treatment, refer to the Annual Statement, copies of which may be inspected at the office of the fund, or at the New York State Banking Department, Employee Welfare Fund Division, 100 Church Street, New York, New York 10007. CASH RECEIPTS | . Item . . 1. Contributions: (Exclude amounts entered in Item 2) a. Employer (Schedule 1) $ 223,996.83 b. Employee 64,156.05 c. Other (Specify) d. Total Contributions $ 288,152.88 2. Dividends and Experience Rating Refunds From Insurance Companies 3. Receipts From Investments: a. Interest $ 95,790.89 b. Dividends 38,533.92 c. Rents ...'. d. Other (Specify) e. Total Receipts From Investments 134,324.81 4. Receipts From Sale of Assets: a. Sales to parties-in-interest $ b. Sales to others 1,354,869.23 c. Total Receipts From Sale of Assets (Schedule 2) 1,354,869.23 5. Other Receipts: a. Loans (Money borrowed) $ b. Other (Specify) Exchanges and insurance refund $ 582.51 c. Total Other Rweipts 582.51 6. Total Receipts :. $1,777,929.43 CASH DISBURSEMENTS 7. Insurance and Annuity Premiums Paid to Insurance Carriers 8. 9. 10. i- ( 11. . >• ANNUAL REPORT OF THE GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION PLAN ' f. ASSETS^ 4' • A -1:1 •4 t 1. Cash: a. On interest $ 265,874.50 b. Not on interest 12,093.72 b. In office . $ 277,968.22 2. Bonds: a. Government obligations $ b. Other obligations 1,324,739.08 1,324,739.08 3. Stocks: a. Preferred $ 99,239.22 b. Common 895,245.26 994,484.48 4. Mortgage loans on real estate ' 5. Real estate, less $ encumbrances and less $ allowance for depreciation 6. Interest and other investment income due and accrued 24,463.91 Other assets (List each separately): 7. Contributions receivable 9,359.14 8 9. 10. Total Assets $2,631,014.83 LIABELITIES 4- 1 il 1(r 1, 1 I i W' . 11. Outstanding benefit claims not covered by insurance carriers ... $ 384.88 12. Other amoimts set aside for payment of benefits 13. Premiums and annuity considerations due to insurwce carriers for member benefits 14. General expenses due or accrued .' 8,783.40 Other liabilities (List each separately): 15 16 17. ;r. 18. Total Liabilities 9,168.28 19. Balance of Fund , ^ 2,621,846.55 20. Total $2,631,014.83 1 The assets listed in this statement must be valued on the basis regularly used in valuing investments held in the fund and reported to the U.S. Treasury Department, or shall be valued at their aggregate cost or present value, whichever is lower, if such a statemetit is not so required to be filed with the U.S. Treasury Department. Page 28 a lu.-•' 12. 13. 14. 15. and Payments to Service Organizations (Including Prepaid Medical Plans) $ Benefits Provided Directly by the Trust or Separately Maintained Fund 89,202.99 Payments to an Organization Maintained by the Plan for the Purpose of Providing Benefits to Participants (Attach latest operating statement of the Organization showing detail of administrative expenses, supplies, fees, etc.) Payments or Contract Fees Paid to Independent Organizations ^ or Individuals Providing Plan Benefits (Clinics, hospitals, doc^ tors, etc.) Administrative Expenses: ; a. Salaries (Schedule 3) $ 14,858.66 i • b. Allowances, expenses, etc. (Schedule 3) .. 3,001.35 j> c. Taxes 1,176.27 d. Fees and commissions (Schedule 4) 9,785.31 " e. Rent 4,238.99 f. Insurance premiums 141.44 ^ ~ g. Fidelity bond premiums 52.00 ; t? h. Other administrative expenses (Specify) _ Tabulating and office expense 21,126.50 i. Total Administrative Expenses 54,380.52 Purchase of Assets: a. Investments: (Other than real estate) (1) Purchased from parties-in-interest $ (2) Purchased from others ' 1,379,475.27 b. Real Estate: (1) Purchased from parties-in-interest (2) Purchased from others c. Total Purchase of Assets .TTTTTTTTTTT 1,379,475.27 Loans (Money loaned) Other Disbursements: (Specify) a. N.Y.S. Examination and filling fees $ 971.39 b. Exchanges 107.75 c. Total Other Disbursements 1,079.14 Total Disbursements $1,524,137.92 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE GREAT LAKES TUG AND DREDGE PENSION PLAN STATE OF NEW YORK SS. COUNTY OF KINGS and Trustees of the Fund and ^ ' ' •- being duly sworn, each for himself deposes and says that this Annual Report is true to the best of his information, knowledge and belief. Employer Empl9^ trustee: Seaf^re^Loig �-1':rr - SIU pensioner Osborne M. Brooke, Jr., 54, died of em­ physema in Mobile General Hospital on May 18. Brother Brooke joined the Union in 1939 in the port of Mobile sail­ ing in the engine department. He had sailed for 37 years. Seafarer Brooke was born in Portsmouth, Va. and was a resident of Prichard, Ala. He was a pre-war veteran of the U.S. Army. Bur­ ial was in Wilson Annex Cemetery, Whistler, Ala. Surviving are his widow, Faye; three sons, Osborne, Jr., Ill, Robert and Albert; a stepson, James E. Cox of Prichard; four daughters, Ruth, Diana, Russella and Laurie and his par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Osborne M. Brooke, Sr. Jacob C. McLaugblin, 62, died of a gunshot wound on July 12 inflicted by robbers. Brother Mc­ Laughlin joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington in 1969 sailing in the steward department. Born in Spring Run, Pa., he was a resident of Baltimore. Surviv­ ing are two sisters, Mrs. Ruth M. Musser of Granada Hill, Calif, and Mrs. Betty L. Blackmon of Las Vegas, Nev. SIU pensioner Na­ poleon A. Blanchard, 75, died of a heart attack while under­ going surgery in St. Joseph's Hospital, Tampa on Mar. 1. Brother Blanchard joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1950 sailing as a chief cook. Born in Massachusetts, he was a resident of Tampa at his death. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Tampa. Surviving are his widow Bonnie and a son, Ernest. Robert G. Dona­ hue, 43, was found drowned in waters of Rotterdam Harbor on July 22. Brother Donahue was. ashore from the 5S Overseas Rose (Maritime Overseas). He joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1959 sailing as an AB. Seafarer Donahue graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1959 and attended an SIU Crews Con­ ference at the HLSS in Piney Point, Md. He was a Navy veteran serving aboard the USS Des Moines. A native of New York City, he was a resident of Hous­ ton. Surviving is his mother, Mrs. Alice M. Donahue of Bergenfield, N.J. Gus W. Smalls, 24, expired on Mar. 22, 1971. Brother Smalls joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1968 sailing as an OS. He gradu­ ated in that year from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in New Orleans and attended a SIL[ Crews Conference in 1970 at Piney Point, Md. Born in New Orleans, he was a resident there. Interment was in Oakville Cemetery, Oakville, La. Surviving are his widow, Dorothy; his daughter, Shawand; his father, Albert of New Orleans and his mother, Rosemary of Algiers, La. Francisco Da Salla, SIU pensioner Edward Granderson, Sr., 66, passed away on July 12. Brother Granderson joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New Or­ leans sailing in the steward department. Born in Riverside, La., he was a resi­ dent of New Orleans. Interment was in McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, La. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Bailey of New Orleans. 70, passed away on July 7. Brother Da Salla joined the Union in the port of Baltimore In 1965 sailing as a firemanwatertender. He had sailed for 32 years and was a U.S. Navy pre-World War II veteran. Born in the Philippines, he was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving is his widow, Jean. IBU pensioner Floyd W. Hughes, Sr., 50, died of a heart attack on July 4 in the USPHS hos­ pital in New Orleans. Brother Hughes joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of New Orleans in 1956 sailing as a deck tankerman for the Crescent Tow­ ing and Salvage Co. from 1953 to 1973. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Born in New Orleans, he was a resident of Gretna, La. Burial was in Westlawn Memorial Park, Gretna. Sur­ viving are his widow, Ethel; six sons, Thomas, Glenn, Steven, Anthony, Jason and Kenneth; a daughter, Maria and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Hughes. William G. Kieswetter, 77, died on May 14. Brother Kieswetter joined the Union in 1939 in the port of Norfolk sail­ ing as an AB. He had sailed for 44 years and was a pre-war Coast Guard veteran. A native of Balti­ more he was a resident there. Surviving is a sister, Clara of Baltimore. SIU pensioner Luther A. Roberts, 68, died of a heart at­ tack in the Broward General Medical Center, Ft. Lauder­ dale, Fla. on May 30. Brother Roberts joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1956 sailing as a chief steward. He had sailed for 36 years and had also sailed on the Great Lakes. Seafarer Roberts attended a SIU Crews Conference in 1966 at HLSS. Born in Avawam, Ky., he was a resi­ dent of Ft. Lauderdale. Interment was in Ft. Lauderdale Memorial Park. Sur­ viving are a son, Luther and a daughter, Mrs. Joan R. Harrell, both of Ft. Lauderdale. September 1374 Warren G. Lewis, 70, passed away on June 22. Brother Lewis joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile sailing in the engine department. He was awarded three war zone com­ mendations in World War II from the U.S. War Shipping Administration. A native of Tampa, he was a resident of La Comb, La. Interment was in Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Tampa. Surviving are his widow, Kathryn of Gibsonton, Fla.; a son. Warren of Houston and a daugh­ ter, Shirley. Gibson F. Banks, 64, passed away on July 12. Brother Banks joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of Norfolk in 1961 sailing as a mate for the Dela­ ware Ferry Co. from 1948 to 1951 and McAllister Brothers, Inc. from 1951 to 1974. A native of Norfolk, he was a resident of South Mills, N.C. Surviving are his widow, Pauline and a son, Robert. Robert B. Calla­ han, 65, succumbed to a heart seizure in the USPHS hospital in New Orleans on June 19. Brother Callahan joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Bom in New York, .he was a resident of New Or­ leans. Burial was in Restlawn Park, Gretna, La. Surviving are his widow, Sonia and his mother, Mae of Syracuse, N.Y. IBU pensioner Walter T. Deiotte, 78, succumbed to lung cancer on July 4 in the Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, Fla. Brother Deiotte joined the SIU-afl5liated IBU in the port of Norfolk in 1963 sailing as a chief electrician for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. Born in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., he was a resi­ dent of St. Petersburg. He was a U.S. Navy CPO veteran of both World War I and II. Interment was in Arlington National Cemetery, Ft. Meyers, Va. Surviving are his widow, Marie; a son, Walter and a daughter, Jeanette of Virginia Beach, Va. SIU pensioner Rafael Montalvo, 57, died of natural causes at home on June 30. Brother Montalvo joined the Union in the port of New York in 1962 sailing as an AB. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Interment was in Ever­ green Cemetery, Brooklyn, N.Y. Sur­ viving are his widow, Rosa; three sons. Angel, Abraham and Miguel; four daughters, Mrs. Diana Pantojas of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Maria D. Vegas of Las Vegas, Nev.; Loli and Jeanette and a niece, Evelyn of Ponce, Puerto Rico. SIU pensioner James E. Curry, 85, passed away on July 10. Brother. Curry joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955 failing as a cook. A native of I Virginia, he was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving is his widow, Carrie. IBU pensioner Henry J. Day, 65, died of pulmonary complications in Tampa General Hos­ pital on June 24. Brother Day joined the Union in the port of Tampa in 1956 sailing as an engineer for Coyle Lines. Bora in Perry, Fla., he was a resident of Tampa. Interment was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Tampa. Surviving is his widow, Emma. ^ i. f /- i I 1 I> 9. . Stanley S. Oiicwlszewski, 52, died of natural causes on Apr. 12. Brother Orkwiszewski joined the Union in the port of New York in 1966 sailing as a wiper. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Bora in Philadelphia, he was a resident there. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, Roslyn, Pa. Surviv­ ing is a brother, Theodore of Vincentown, N.J. Charles A. Fete, 37, died of a heart attack while at sea aboard the S-L 7 containership the Sea-Land Resource oflf the port of Kobe, Japan on May 23. Brother Fefe joined the Union in the port of San Francisco in 1969 sailing as a firemen-watertender. A native of Luling, La., he was a resident of Berkeley, Calif. Burial was in Rolling Hills Memorial Park, Rich­ mond, Calif.. Surviving are his widow, Lorraine and his mother, Mrs. Ethel Johnson of Hammond, La. Frank M. Puglisi, 50, expired on Mar. 25. Brother Puglisi joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1958 sailing as an AB. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Bora in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was a resident there. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Puglisi of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a brother, Stephen of-Pearl River, N.Y. and a sister, Mrs. Jeanette Cotraro of Hampton Bays, L.I., N.YMurfre Williams, 32, died of pulmon­ ary complications on May 26. Brother Williams joined the Union in the port of New York in 1969 sailing in the steward department. He was bora in New Orleans and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow. Ruby; a son, Murfre, Jr.; a daughter, Kim and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Williams, all of New Orleans. >!• f< I I ' ' I' '"-K .> Page 29 *• I, • ;.v �Vocational Instructor at PIney Point, Charlie Nalen (I.) and Bob Kalmus (r.), Director of Vocational Education, show Chief Electrician Al Meglio the engine room simulator they are building to use in the upgrading programs at the Harry Lundeberg School. Photographed at an angle to show a better view of the ^ control panes and wiring diagram, this simulator will train upgrading Seafarers to operate the controls in the engine rooms of the new ships. SlU's upgrading programs at Piney Point are essential if we are to keep pace with new ship technology. Upgrading Class Schedule t.23 3 15 17 t. 31 V. 4 -^LNG/LPG —QM£1>^ Lifeboat Weldbigi, Able Seaman, and all SteW' aid Department Ratings —FOWT —QIMpSD, Lttebeaf^ and^li jr—QMED, Lifeboat, WeMfaij^ Qimrtermaster, and all'. Steward D^partoent Rating^ —Pumpman (Special) Nov.Il Nov. 29 D«:.12 D(k. 25 : Jan. 6 i^t^Abl Seam daDSt wardb — QMED, LlfelM«^^ Go to an SIU office in any port and you will be ^ven a GEO FreTest. This test wUI cover five genend areas; EngUsh Grammar, and LIteratnre; Social Studies, ScieuM and Mathematics. The test will he sent to the Lundebeig School for grading and evaluation. Or write directly to the Harry Lundeberg School. A tert booklet and an answer sheet will be mailed to your home or to your ship. Complete the tests and mall both the test booklet and the answer sheet to the Lundebeig School. (See application on this page.) During your stay at the school, you will receive room and board, study materials and laundry. Seafarers wiH provide their own transportation to and from the school.. Following are the requirements for eligibility for the Lundeberg High School Program: 1. OIK year's seatime. 2. Initiation feer paid in full. 3. All outstanding monetary obliga­ tions, such as does and loads paid in fnlL j I am interested in furthering my education, and I would like more information I on the Lundeberg High School Program. I I Name .Book No.. I I Address (Street) (City or Town) (Zip) I I I Last grade completed. .Last year attended— I I Complete this form, and mail to: Margaret Nalen I Director of Academic Education I Harry Lundeberg School I Piaey Point, Maryland 20674 fage 30 Feb.3 Feb. 6 — QMED,IJfebb«t,Weldfe^ Mar.3 Mar. 5 - A FOWT — QMED, Lifeboat, and aU Stewaid Depaif^ent * j AB Course Scheduled High School Program is Available to All Seafarers Any Seafarer who is interested in taking advantage of this opportunity to continue his education can apply in two ways: Jan.13 Jan. 23 Tfe date and cuBC Me subject to change at my toe. •S^:FOWT.- The Lundeberg High School Pro­ gram in Piney Point offers all Seafarers —regardless of age—the opportunity to achieve a full high school diploma. The study period ranges from four to eight weeks. Classes are small, permit­ ting the teachers to concentrate on the individual student's progress. rF ?r, ! QMED, IJ&lKmt, Qearteneaster, aiid aB Stews^ partment Ratings •—jDiesel —QMED, Ltfeboat, Weld&ig, and aU Stevrard Depai^ ' Ratings —FOWT •-^QM£D,Lifeb<^, Able Seanmn, and aU Steward Departmcat Ratings ^ ^ rt ment Ratii^ ^sr-QME^ lifeboat, FOWT, Welding, and all Stewaid Twenty four Seafarers have already successfully completed studies at the SIU-IBU Academic Study Center in Piney Point, Md., and have achieved high school diplomas. Jaa.9 kr The SIU's first four-week AB course is scheduled to begin on Oct. 3 at the Harry Lundebeig School in Piney Point and each Seafarer eligible is encour­ aged to participate in this comprehensive program for his own benefit. Thin course, taught by HLS's experienced staff instructors, vdll emphasize the practical applications of the materials covered, in addition to formal class­ room stndy. For example, as part of the cargo handling segment of the course, each student will top and spot booms. Also, each Seafarer will participate in a one-day training cruise during the last week of the course, and will be expected to take soundings, recognize navigational aids and stand a watch at the wheel. Other areas covered in the course will include the tying of knots, splicing of wire and use of braided lines. Practical firefighting work, first aid and safety will be stressed throughout the entire four week course. By the end of this course, each man will be a knowledgeable and competent member of the deck department on any ship. The equipment with which Sea­ farers will be working is of the most modem and up-to-date. TO be eli^ble for thoxourse, you must be at least 19-years old and have 12 months seatime as an Ordinary Seaman, or he a graduate of HLS with eight months seatime as Ordinary Seaman. You must also be able to pass the pre­ scribed physical which requires eyesight of 20/100—^20/100 without glasses, corrected to 20/40—20/20, and normal color vision. J a siuertju coume! J on Nov. 4 imd finishing on Nov. 27. As automation has been steadily reducing the size of crews, it has becom^l necessary lor each member of the crew to have more expertise iq become extremely evident in the case of id fewer of our ships carry the rating second pumpman and more and more tankers foln oar ficct every day. The coarse being offered at the Lundebeig School is geared towards giving the pumpman that training which he would lionnaily have received as second pumpman. The schooPs staff has researched the latest developments on autmnated tankers and with the use of its operajfional tank barge wifl conduct a Concentrated f'hands on" traininjg program to ascertain fiiat the SIU pumpmen of tomorrow wUI maintain the same i; The coiwse of insfmctfon leading to certification as pump- ^ of both dassroom and practical work to include: Tanker Seafarers Log �i ' (' i \ I- Deck Department Upgrading Qoartermaster 1. Must hold an endorsement as Able-Seaman—unlimited—any waters. Able-Seaman Able-Seaman—12 months—any waters 1. Must be at least 19 years of age. 2. u® ' eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/40=20/20, and have normal color vision). 3. Have 12 months scatime as an Ordinary Seaman or 4. Be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have 8 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman. (Those who have less than the 12 months seatime will be required to take the four week course.) Abie-Seaman—unlimited—any waters 1. Must be at least 19 years of age. 2. Be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100-7-20/100, corrected to 20/40—20/20, and have normal color vision). 3. Have 36 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman or AB—12 months. Lifeboatman 1, Must have 90 days seatime in any department. Engine Upgrading FOWT—(who has only a wiper endorsement) 1. Must be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/50—20/30, and have normal color vision). 2. Have six months seatime as wiper or be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have three months seatime as wiper. (Those who have less than the six months seatime will be required to take the four week course.) FOWT—(who holds an engine rating snch as Electrician) 1. No requirements. Electrician, Refrigeration, Pompman, Deck Engineer, Jonior En^eer, Machinbt or Boilermaker— (who holds only a wiper endorsement) 1. Be able to pass the prescribed physical (i.e., eyesight without glasses no more than 20/100—20/100, corrected to 20/50—20/30 and have normal color vision). 2. Have six months seatime in engine department as wiper. Electrician, Refrigeration, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist or Boflermaker— (who holds an engine rating such as FOWT) 1. No requirements. QMED--4my rating 1. Must have rating (or successfully passed examinations for) FOWT, Electri­ cian Refrigeration, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist, Boilermaker, and Deck Engine Mechanic. 2. Must show evidence of seatime of at least six months in any one or a combina­ tion of the following ratings: FOWT, Electrician, Refrigeration, Pumpman, Deck Engineer, Junior Eng;ineer, Machinist, Boilermaker, or Deck Engine Mechanic. Welding 1. Must hold endorsement as QMED—any rating. LNG/LPG Program Cook and Baker 1. 12 months seatime as Third Cook or; 2. 24 months seatime in Steward Department, six months of which must be as Third Cook and Assistant Cook or; 3. Six months as Assistant or Third Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Assistant Cooks Training Course. 1. 12 months seatime asCook and Baker or; 2. Three years seatime in Steward Department, six months of which must be as Tliird Cook or Assistant Cook and six months as Cook and Baker or; 3. Six months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and six months seatime as Cook and Baker and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Assistant Cook and Second Cook and Baker's Training Course or; 4. Twelve months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and six months sea­ time as Cook and Baker and are holders of a "Certificate" of completion from the Cook and Baker Training Program. Chief Steward 1. Three years seatime in ratings above that of Third Cook and hold an "A" seniority in the union or; 2. Six months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, six months as Cook and Baker, six months seatime as Chief Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Assistant Cook, Second Cook and Baker and Chief Cook Training Courses at the Lundeberg School or; 3. Twelve months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, six months seatime as Cook and Baker, six months seatime as Chief Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Cook and Baker and Chief Cook Training programs. 4. Twelve months seatime as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, twelve months sea­ time as Cook and Baker and six months seatime as Chief Cook and are holders of a "Certificate" of satisfactory completion from the Chief Cook Training Program. Assistant Cook 1. 12 months seatime in any Steward Department Entry Rating. 2. Entry Ratings who have been accepted into the Harry Lundeberg School and show a-desire to advance in the Steward Department must have a minimum of three months seatime. i 'n I II i 'It •:|il ^ h: i| HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP UPGRADING APPLICATION Name. M -Telephone. (AreaCode) (Zip) Seniority. (City) (Stole) Book Number Port and Date Issued. Social Security HLS Graduate: Yes • No • Dates Available For Training I Am Interested In: DECK n AB 12 Months • AB Unlimited • Quartermaster • Lifeboatman .Age- (Middle) (First) (Last) Address. (Street) ' -Ratings Now Held. Lifeboat Endorsement: Yes • No • - ENGINE • • • • • • • QMED • FWT • Oiler • Dk.Mech. • Reefer • Boilermaker • LNG-LPG • STEWARD • 1 Electrician • Assistant Cook Dk. Eng. • Cook & Baker Jr. Eng. • Chief Cook Pumpman • Steward Machinist Welder Pumpman (Special) RECORD OF SEATIME — (Show only amount needed to upgrade in rat­ ing checked above or attach letter of service, whichever is applicable.) SHIP RATING HELD DATE OF SHIPMENT DATE OF DISCHARGE 1. Engine personnel must be QMED—^Any Rating. All other (Deck and Stew­ ard) must hold a rating. Pumpman (Special) 1. Must already hold Coast Guard endorsement as Pumpman or QMED—any rating. Steward Upgrading I: Chief Cook PORT- -DATE. i J i SIGNATURE. RETURN COMPLETE APPLICATION TO; LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER,. PINEY POINT, MD. 20674 If I-/::- r • •1' f. '• i " September 1974 Page 31 I • -t' �LOG SEAFARERS September, 1974 OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO SlU Blood Bank-AGood Health Investment For All Seafarers and Their Families , i", •• ."• v v.;-'T'-• ,Yf' lSr> '' A \ -1 • &• V/V•'5'hi.V' ' i J ^ :VJ' ' •I -. . IBAUB.'.' •• ".<•-••• SsSSS^ 'Ai*: .:S»« •. One of the most linpprtant ways in which Seafarers can show their concern for the well-being of their brothers, and at the same time help themselves and their dependents, is to donate a pint of blood to the SIU Blood Bank. It is a deeply gratifying feeling to know that yoii have done somethlRg which may one day save another human being's life. In order to safely protect the health and security of all SITJ brothers and their dependents, it Is imperative that there always be an ample supply in the Blood Bank. If each member, who is able, would donate a pint each year, there would never be a danger of the supply running critically low. It's safe, painless and fakes about 20 minutes. The SIU Blood Bank vyas started in 1959, and since then Seafarers have donated over 10,000 pints of blood. They realize that it is one Uf-the best ways to insure that in a time of need either they or their dependents may draw upon the supply of. blood in the Blood Bank. It is a wall of protection for all Seafarers and their famOies. This protection does not change. It is available wherever a seaman may be-r-ashore or at sea—anywhere he and his family may live. But this protection must be maintained by the donations of all Seafarers. Today, as always, there is an ever present need for donations. So, whenever you are at the clinic at Headquarters in New York, or near^ an SIU hall in any port, find the time to donate a pfait of blood. You win be making the best type of "investment;" one for the health and welfare of you, your family and your brothers of the sea. WSi-x :m.- - mrnms.wi; •72 • ,. .V '5 Am m MA '•hf> rh'. ; • •i' If You Haven't Donated in '74, . V. a Lite � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1974 Description An account of the resource Headlines: ITF CONFERENCE ATTENDED BY VICE PRESIDENT SHEPARD U.S. PENSION BILL IS SIGNED INTO LAW OIL IMPORT BILL PASSES SENATE BY VOTE OF 42-28 ACTIVE MOBILE SEAFARERS TO-TO FOR MEETINGS WEST COAST AFFILIATE FISHERMEN'S UNIONS MERGE 19 YEAR OLD - 24TH SEAFARER TO GET HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA GRAD OF 1ST HLS CLASS IN M.D. NOW 3RD ENGINEER OVERSEAS VALDEZ PRAISED FOR FUEL TRANSFER AT SEA HLS GRAD FINISHES 1ST RUN BOSUN HARVEY BEGAN CAREER IN WORLD WAR II HIS HOBBY MAKES HIM MICHELANGELO OF SIU SEAFARERS AID STRICKEN GIRL BOB PRENTICE KNOWS WHAT EDUCATION CAN DO FOR YOU 142 BOSUNS HAVE GRADUATED LET'S SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT NAVY TANKER SHENANDOAH PAYS OFF AFTER GREENLAND VOYAGE TATTOOING - AN ANCIENT ART STILL PRACTICED TODAY HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE TO ALL SEAFARERS SIU BLOOD BANK - A GOOD HEALTH INVESTMENT FOR ALL SEAFARERS AND THEIR FAMILIES Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1974 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXVI, No. 9 1974 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9107f96eb7ab63a2c8080101bbead3aa.PDF cfe932b6055f372003df4d357f81b3bb PDF Text Text ' f- Y \' .'i •- -rr t.i • ; V. 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Lakes and Inland Waters District of the SIU, the following report was delivered by SIU Vice President Lindsey Williams to the delegates attending the 17th Biennial Conven­ tion of the Seafarers International Union of North America held in Washington, D.C., Sept. 2-4. y;- if •Vv ; I- i'l •vl ' • 11 •I' &• ^I Report of SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA, ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT to the ITth Biennial Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-aO Even though the nation as a whole has been experienc^g record inflation and growing unemployment rates which have required many labor organizations to struggle merely to prevent a deteri­ oration of their members' economic existence, the Seafarers ^International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, since November 1973, when the Seafarers International Union of North America held its last conven­ tion, has made great strides not only to protect and increase the hard won eco­ nomic gains and job security of its membership, but also to obtain sub­ stantial improvements in the Union's ability to provide multiple services .to its members. It is quite evident that in the past few months, the maritime industry has ex­ perienced difficulties, arising in part out of economic conditions, and in part from the nature of the industry itself. The effects of these conditions are more pronounced in some areas than in others. As has been pointed out, the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District has managed to im­ prove its position despite the general conditions. And the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District has been commended for its aggressive role and leadership in the effort to protect the U.S. merchant marine, and in seek­ ing ways and means of expanding its operations and opportunities. In the past two years the SIUAGLIWD has completed negotiations for new contracts for its Deep Sea and Great Lakes members, expanded its membership, strengthened and en­ hanced its financial position and ex­ panded its training programs at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, the PRESIDENT'S REPORT: • .'A Key to Victory—Unity • E • 1 .t'f ' •f ;:i (-1- When the SIUNA's 17 th Biennial Convention was called to order earlier this month, the most important national issue involving the American labor movement was the unanimously labor-backed boycott by Gulf longshoremen of the loading of Americaii wheat on ships bound for Russia. The boycott was prompted by the new and potentially economically disastrous sale of 10 million metric tons of American wheat to the Russians. In the first sale of grain to the Russians in June 1972, the Soviets similarly bought millions of tons of grain at the going price of $1.45 a bushel. And as American consumers can unfortunately recall, by December 1973 the Russian "grain deal" had pushed the price of gram to $5.33 a bushel and the price of all grain-related products had skyrocketed for the American consumer as a result. In general, the American people got shafted while a few big grain dealers got rich. The AFL-CIO, which represents 13 million American workers and their families, all of them consumers, did not want to see a repeat performance. Because of the grain loading boycott, the American labor movement in . general, and AFL-CIO President George Meany and Longshoremen's Presi­ dent Tedcty Gleason in particular, came under heavy fire from high Admin­ istration officials, some Senators and Congressmen from the grain-belt states and wide segments of the press. Meany was called a "pirate" and Gleason was sardonically called the "foreign minister of the labor movement." Despite the unfair charges, the AFL-CIO called the boycott in a sincere effort to protect the economic interests of all American workers. And .the boycott was called only after numerous attempts by the labor movement failed to produce any concrete proof from the Administration that the Amer­ ican consumer would not suffer. When the new grain deal was made public back in /uly, labor first voiced its objections. Then on Aug. 6, 1975, along with ILA President Gleason and National MEBA President Jesse Calhoon, I met with Secretary of Lindsey WHIiams Maryland. In the important area of collective bargaining negotiations, con­ tracts with our Great Lakes' operators expired in August 1974. Because of the effdrts of the District, a new three-year contract was negotiated which provided the membership with the best wage, benefits and work rules package ever' negotiated for unlicensed seamen on the Lakes. In the District's continuing effort to involve its members in all decisions af­ fecting their lives, two months prior to the expiration of the Deep Sea contracts, 66 rank and file delegates, representing the membership in all departments were elected by the SIU membership from all Deep Sea ports. These delegates were chosen to attend a conference to outline for the SIU Contract Department the needs and desires of the membership. During the two weeks spent at Piney Point, the delegates studied contract suggestions from questionnaires, which had been sent to all members. Having the benefit of the members' thoughts and their own experience, the delegates worked out contract proposals that re­ flected the needs of the membership. It was those proposals that became the framework which the District used in negotiating the new Deep Sea con­ tract; This new three-year agreement contained substantial increases in wage and overtime in each of its three years. Great gains were also made in improvContinued on Page 21 For More Convention News, See Pages 12-21 Agriculture Earl Butz to more formally present labor's demands for protec­ tion of the American consumer against the new grain deql. Nearly two weeks later on Aug. 18, still with no public concessions from the Administration other than a sketchy prediction that food prices would' rise "only" 1.6 percent due to the sale, the Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems met with AFL-CIO President Meany and unanimously bpcked the just-announced ILA boycott. ' Almost immediately a district court judge in Texas issued an injunction against the work stoppage. On Aug. 26 and again on Aug. 28 further meet­ ings were held with President Ford and Secretary of Labor John Dunlop. However, these meetings resulted in no appreciable gains. On Aug. 27 a second injunction was issued in a Federal court in Corpus Christi, Tex. in effect extending the back-to-work order until Sept. 30. It was obvious that serious efforts were being made to break the boycott. Labor then took an important stand, a unified stand, concerning the Russian grain sale at the SIUNA's Convention. On Sept. 3, AFL-CIO Presi­ dent Meany addressed the Convention and publicly reasserted the labor movement's stand on the boycott. And on Sept. 4, ILA President Gleason vowed to continue the boycott and to fight the injunctions in court. These two addresses, and their enthusiastic response from the delegates, reinforced the fact that labor would not fold in the face of mounting pressure on the Russian grain issue. At the close of the Convention, President Ford called for another rneeting with labor representatives to reopen discussions on the grain issue. The meeting was held Sept. 9 and it resulted in the establishment of important safeguards for American consumers. In exchange for a one-month end to the boycott. President Ford initiated a moratorium on new grain sales to Russia Until mid-October. In addition he announced the dispatch of an emissary to Russia to begin negotiations on a long-term grain sale, rather than a short term one, as in 1972, which, caused such economic havoc in this country. The President also called for the establishment of a new board to deal with the problems of exports and food prices. And he said the U.S. would continue to bargain with the USSR on new shipping rates for American shippers to ensure that at least one third of all grain to Russia is carried on U.S.-ffag ships. Although the batde over the Russian grain deal is not yet over, the labor movement, in particular maritime labor, has won a significant victory. And what this victory all boils down to is unity. Historically, anything American labor has won has been achieved through unity. The Seafarer, too, has achieved his victories through this same kind of unified stand. Unity—or more specifically the ability to undmtand and pinpoint our problems and then stand together on the issue despite.personal likes or dis­ likes—is the key to victory in any tough fight. The SIU membership has achieved this unity and Seafarers have won many tough fights. And, we as Seafarers and members of America's labor movement must retain our unity if we are to continue to build on our record. Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11232. Published monthly except twice a month in July. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N. Y. Vol. XXXVII, No. 10, September 1975. Page2 •'VA. - Seafarers Log •:7': �In Keynote Address to SiUNA Convention Meany Attacks Detente^USSR Grain Deal AFL-CIO President George Meany, focusing on the economic implications of the latest Soviet grain deal, labeled the U.S. policy of detente as "a policy of appeasement" and called for a basic "reassessment of our foreign policy," in his keynote address to a jammed ses­ sion of the SIUNA's 17th Biennial Convention. Meany told the swelled crowd of Convention delegates, guests and rep­ resentatives of the nationwide news media that the new Russian grain deal was "a rip-off of the American con­ sumer" and that the "wheat deal is part and parcel of this policy known as detente, which adds up very simply to conceding anything and everything to help the Soviet Union no matter what it does to the American worker, no matter what it does to the American housewife. Under detente, any conces- For More Convention News, See Pages 12-21 sion that we can make to the Soviet Union, we should make. This is what the policy of detente is all about in the simplest form. In other words, it's a policy of appfeasement." The AFL-CIO President also re­ affirmed labor's full support of the long­ shoremen's boycott of loading U.S. grain on ships headed to Russia, and he AFL-CIO President George Meany, left, and SlU President Paul Hall get a chance tp talk with each other before Meany delivered the keynote address to the SIUNA's 17th Biennial Convention. Meany focused on the Russian grain deal in his talk. ' noted that since the boycott he had inal deal in 1972, pointing out that "received a tremendous amount of mail, "in June 1972, just before the Soviet running at a favorable ratio of 12 to wheat sale, wheat was at $1.45 a one." bushel. By December of 1973, before [The labor-backed boycott by long­ deliveries were complete, it was $5.33 a bushel. And in March of 1974, it was shoremen has forced a change in the $6.50 a bushel. In the 18 months from Administration's stand on the Russian June 1972 to December 1973, Ameri­ grain deal question. See complete de­ can wholesale farm prices increased tails, below.] 51 percent. Feed grains in the same In his attack on the new wheal deal, period were up 163 percent and wheat Meany recalled the history of the orig­ alone went up 255 percent." He added that "we now have an inflation rate of 14 percent annually, and the food price rise, due to the wheat sale in 1972, is a major factor in this situation." Meany then interrogatively stated: "What did the Administration do about this situation which created a tremen­ dous rise in food prices... What plans did they make to prevent this thing from happening again... Did they im­ pose any restrictions to prevent the Soviet Union from playing games with our millionaire grain dealers to the detriment of the American housewife.** He flatly affirmed: "They did nothing. Nothing was done or planned in the three years since this disastrous Soviet wheat sale.** ^ Turning to the new grain deal, the AFL-CIO president stated that the Russians "have again taken advantage of our free market economy by making a back door deal with our big grain operators to the tune of over 10 million metric tons, with more to come." He continued by noting that already "we see the prices starting to climb. On July 1, 1975 flour was $8.40 a hundredweight, on Aug. 20 flour was $10.75 a hundredweight—up 28 per­ cent. A bushel of wheat on July 1, was $3.80, on Aug. 20 it was $4.40. Com is up 14 percent since July 1 and soybjeans are up 43 percent since July 1." Continued on Page 21 1 •rf.' '•V J, ' "), 'i'j ,= i ' i Russians OK $16 a Ton Grain Shipping Rate The ILA's labor-backed boycott of loading American grain on ships bound to Russia is beginning to pay off for the nation's consumers and the U.S. merchant marine as the Ford Adminis­ tration announced this month tentative agreements with the Soviet Union on a new long-term grain sale to the USSR and sharply higher freight rates for car­ riage of the grain cargoes. The announcement came just one week after AFL-CIO President George Meany and International Longshore­ men's Association President Teddy Gleason announced a temporary halt to the grain boycott in exchange for Presi­ dent Ford's promise of new negotiations with the Russians on the grain question. Under'the tentative new trade pacts, the Soviet Union has agreed to pay a competitive $16 per ton freight rate to American operators, iip from $9.50 per ton under the old 1972 agreement. Hie tentative new rate will enable U.S.-flag ships to participate competi­ tively in the carriage of grain to Russia and it should assure that U.S.-flag ships will carry at least one third of all the grain cargoes. The new rate should also provide substantial employment for a good number of America's 34 laid up tankers. The Russian's have also tentatively agreed on a long-term purchase of grain from the U.S. of at least five-million tons per year for the next five years with the sjipulation that the U.S. would sell up to eight-million tons if the Russians needed it. This long-term agreement, which labor had demanded during the boycott, should stabilize the U.S. grain market thereby holding con­ sumer prices do\^. The Administration's chief negotiator on the grain issue is Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Maritime Affairs Robert J. Blackwell who relayed the news of the tentative agreements by phone from Moscow to Secretary of Commerce Rogers C. B. Morton. The $16 freight rate will last until at least Dec. 31, 1976 when the old shipping agreement with the Russians' runs out. At that time the rates could either be extended in a new pact or raised depending on world-wide rates for grain carriage. The longshoremen's boycott began on Aug. 18 after repeated attempts by labor failed to produce assurances from the Administration that the massive grain sale to the Russians would not drive up consumer prices as a simlar sale had done in 1972. A temporary end to the boycott was called on Sept. 9 after President Ford initiated a moratorium on new grain sales to the Soviets until mid-October, set up new negotiations with the Rus­ sians and laid plans for the establish­ ment of a government board to deal with the parallel problems of exports and food prices. If the tentative agreements hold up, unemployed U.S. tankers should begin breaking out by the end of this month or the beginning of next month. 1 I 'I' : V it r' ^'4 i • h INDEX Legislative News Washington Activities .. ,Page 11 Union News SIUNA holds • Convention Pages 12-21 Credentials Committee report ........... . Pages 9-11 President's Report ...Page 2 .iSPAD Honor Roll ... ..Back Page A&G report to Convention.. Page 2 Welfare benefits ... ... Page 8 Membership meeting in Piney Point ......... ./.Page4 Headquarters Notes ......Page 8 General News Recession continues .... .Page 7 Meany on grain deal ......Page 3 Dunlop praises Committee .Page 5 September, 1975 Hall receives Tuiane award .Page 7 :m Shipping Dispatchers Reports Page 23 Ships' Committees ....... Page 6 Ships' Digests ........ .Page 26 Training and Upgrading Upgrading class schedule, requirements & application Pages 28-29 Seafarers participate in bosuns recertification and'A'seniority upgrading ...Page30 GED requirements and application Page 29 Membership News NewSiU pensioners .... .Page 24 Final departures Page 27 • I.* •} i . ••' .J The AFL-CIO Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems met in a special session called by AFL-CIO President George Meany in Washington Aug. 18 to discuss the implications of the massive grain sale to the Soviet Union. Among those attending were, from left, Ed Carlough, Sheet Metal Workers: SIU President Paul Hall; Frank Scavo, Master, Mates & Pilots; Teddy Gleason, Longshoremen, and AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Lane Kirkland. President Meany chaired the meeting. Page 3 �s. Piney Poinf Meeting Aboard Zimmerman -!• ! • n infomiatioiial meeting was held J\ on Aug. Aug, 9 in the Port of Piney Point for Seafarers and Trainees at the Lundeberg School. Such meet­ ings are held monthly at HLS, and the purpose is to keep the members up-to-date on such matters as ship­ ping, legislation, developments in the maritime industly, and educa­ tional opportunities and programs being offered at the School. In order to accommodate the large number of Seafarers who attend, the meetings are held in the auditorium of the schoolship Charles S. Zim­ merman. Seahirers who wish to ex­ press opinions about Union oppor­ tunities and activities are featured speakers at the Piney Point meetings, and all SIU and IBU members are encouraged to participate. During the August meeting, the following speakers addressed the members: Seafarers Andrew Lesnan­ sky; Eli gio La Soya; Darrell McCorvey; Vertis Smith; James Davis; John Biletz, and John Haller; Trainees Gaiy Hetherington; Scott Egdahl; Paul North; Bruce Egdahl, and Peter Felt. The meeting was chaired by HLSS Vice President Mike Sacco. Brother Peter Schuffels acted as reading clerk, and Brother Hans Spiegel served as recording secretary. At the rostrum (above) Seafarer Andrew Lesnansky of San Francisco tells the audience the importance of SPAD in supporting SlU political activities in Washington, D.C. Below, 'A' Seniority Upgrader John Haller of Philadelphia declares to Seafarers and Trainees that "Everything here at Piney Point is here for you and nobody else." Trainee Scott Egdahl (above) stressed the im­ portance of the SIU Constitution at'the meeting when he stated, "In my Union Education classes, I've often heard our Union compared to a house. The foundation of this house is the Constitution and as long as the foundation is strong, the house will stand." Listening attentively (below) is Trainee S. Pohlman. h 3 Chairman of the meeting, HLSS VP Mike Sacco (left) explains SIU opposition to Russian grain sales. Center, Seafarer Eligio La Soya addresses the membership. Reading Cierk Peter Schuffels, (right) engine department instructor, reports on shipping and the legislative battle in the nation's capital against attacks on the Jones Act. ,::c' Some of the Trainees who spoke at the meeting were, from the left: Paul Northi who talked about Ihe Union contract; Scott Egdahl who dealt with the SIU Constitution, and Gary Hetherington who spoke on the Union's politicar efforts for job security. At the speakers rostrum (right) is the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship vice president, Mike Sacco. • S".-' • --X' Page 4 ^• • Seafarers Log . , �Dun/op Commends Ad Hoc Committee Delivering the day's keynote address to the third and final session of the SIUNA's 17th Biennial Convention, vSecretary of Labor John Dunlop com­ mended the SIU and America's mari­ time labor movement for making the AFL-CIO's Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems a viable force in fostering a strong U.S. mer­ chant marine. , Secretary Dunlop,. who formerly served as chairman of the Maritime Ad Hoc Committee, told the Convention delegates that his seven months as the Committee's chairman gave him "a great appreciation of the problems facing the maritime industry today." Dunlop confessed that he first balked at taking the chairmanship because he "wanted to make sure that the maritime unions were serious" about the work of the Committee. He noted that his seven months "gave him a real edu­ cation about how serious the unions actually were in solving the industry's problems." ' Referring to the success of the mari­ time labor committee, the Labor Secre­ tary suggested that maritime manage­ ment and maritime unions set up a similar kind of committee "because there is a great need for a common, regular forum to appraise our prob­ lems." Caribe and Latin America, for "foster­ ing healthy labor-management rela­ tions." Terpe was awarded a Certificate of Recognition several months ago by the Labor Department for his work in these areas. Before concluding his address to the Convention, Secretary Dunlop also ex­ pressed his appreciation to SIU Presi­ dent Paul Hall for his contributions to the success of the Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems and his role in the revitalization of the U.S. merchant fleet. Secretary of Labor John Dunlop (left) and SlUNA President Paul Hail are shown here conferring on the last day of the International's 17th Convention. Secretary Dunlop, a professor of eco­ nomics at Harvard University who has served as mediator in many labor-man­ agement disputes, also pointed out to the Convention that "in the maritime industry, for that matter as in any in­ dustry, there is a need for all segments of the industry to take a long-term perspective view of our problems." He affirmed that to conclusively solve common problems "we must learn to put them in their proper perspective so we can lay a foundation for success for the next five or ten years." Referring to the maritime industry's current prob­ lems, Dunlop said: "I am confident that they can be resolved." Commends Tcrpe In addition, the Secretary of Labor expressed the U.S. Labor Department's continuing appreciation to Keith Terpe, president of the SIU of Puerto Rico, Prior to his appointment as Secretary of Labor, Dunlop served as Directior of the Cost of Living Council during the period of wage and price controls, as chairman of the Construction Indus­ try Stabilization Committee for which he received high praise from labor and management for his practical approach to the industry's problems. Dunlop also served as chairman of President Ford's Labor Management Committee, set up late last year to help solve the nation's economic problems. SIU President Paul Hall was also appointed to this panel. Dunlop has served as arbitrator in disputes in the coal, railroad, airline, atomic energy, missile, steel and other industries and has been a member of the Harvard University faculty since 1938. i ) .•r' t ;, - 1.1 'i ; ; "i>. '.'"I h IBU Convention Report Shows Rapid Growth Rote T/ie following report was sub­ mitted by the SlU-affiliated Inland Boatmen's Union to the 17th Bien­ nial Convention of the Seafarers In­ ternational Union of North America held in Washington, D.C., Sept. 2-4. REPORT OF INLAIVD BOATMEN'S UNION At the time of the"16th Biennial SIU Convention in November of 1973, the Inland Boatmen's Union of the SIUAGLIWD held its Fourth Quadrennial Convention. The most significant step taken was the abolishing of the IBU's former regional structure and the adop­ tion of one, central Constitution. Now, almost two years later, we can appreci­ ate the foresight of the delegates in making this change. The restructuring of the IBU has greatly increased our efficiency, improved our potential for future growth, and strengthened the job security of our members. - IBU-contracted companies continue to play an active part in the rapid growth of the towing industry. More than 50 vessels were added to our con­ tracted fleet in the past two years. Be-" cause of a shortage of steel and other materials, and because of the phenome­ nal growth rate of our industry, ship­ yards have literally been unable to turn out equipment fast enough, and many of our companies have had contracts for new construction pending for over a year. If all present construction con­ tracts are fulfilled, our contracted fleet Will continue to expand at a healthy rate. Not only are our companies expand­ ing, but the IBU is also increasing the number of companies under contract. Since the last Convention, the IBU has organized five new companies, and IBU organizers are currently engaged in a number of new drives. There is a tre­ mendous potential for organizational activities in the towing industry, partic­ ularly in the Rivers and Gulf areas. The IBU plans to step up its efforts to or­ ganize the thousands of unorganized boatmen on the waterways. Another major achievement for the IBU has been in the area of contract negotiations. Fifty-six new contracts have been negotiated since the last Con­ vention, and major rounds are under way in the ports of Philadelphia, Balti­ more, Norfolk, and Houston. IBU ne­ gotiating committees will continue to strive to gain better wages and working conditions for inland boatmen. Progress has also been made in rais­ ing and standardizing levels of welfare contributions. Contributions are con­ tinually increasing, and we plan to raise the benefits for IBU members in the near future. In mid-1973 the IBU became ac­ tively engaged in training men for work on the inland waterways. Since that time our training programs at both the entry and upgrading levels have proved effective in filling our manpower needs. Obtaining new personnel from the Harry 'Lundeberg School rather than off the bank has also greatly helped stabilize our fleet. Almost 400 entry trainees have graduated from the IBU program since its inception. All IBU courses are constantly being evaluated and revised, and new upgrad­ ing courses are added as the need for them arises. Some of the IBU upgrad­ ing courses which have been added since the last Cohventoin ate Towboat Operator, First-Class Pilot, and Chief and Assistant Diesel Engineer. We will continue to evaluate and improve the IBU training programs in order to keep pace with a growing and changing in­ dustry. Because the towing industry is so heavily regulated, the IBU has been and must continue to be very active on the political front. We must be on the alert for important political matters which affect our members' working con­ ditions and job security. And, we must be alert on ^1 fronts—^legislative, exec­ utive, and judicial; local, state, and federal. Since the la$t Convention, the IBU has been quite successful on the politi­ cal front. To name just a few of our victories: we helped defeat the Surface Transportatioh Act, a bill which would have aided the railroads at the expense of the towing industry; we helped knock down two threats to the Jones Act; and we aided in killing a bill which would have permitted a two-watch system on many deep sea tugs which are now re­ quired to carry three watches. But we cannot affort to rest on our past success. Many issues of vital im­ portance to our Union are currently imder consideration and require our constant attention. A good example is the reconstruction of Mississippi River Lock No. 26, which is the worst bottle­ neck in the inland waterways system. Opposition by environmentalists and railroads has temporarily halted the project, but the IBU is working hard on several different fronts to see that this important facility is rebuilt quickly. Other matters which the IBU is cur­ rently monitoring include a petition by a Florida natural gas company before the Federal Power Commission to con­ vert their gas pipeline to the carriage of petroleum products, a draft proposal by the Coast Guard to eliminate tankermen from hazardous tows while underway, and several different proposals to im­ pose a user tax on the waterways. For the sake of our members' job security, we must continue to be active on ^1 political fronts. The IBU will continue to work in all areas—organizing, negotiations, train­ ing, and political activities—in order to achieve a more viable organization for representing inland boatmen. M m J ''y Drozak Attends First LNG Study Group The functioning of LNG storage panies, shippers and workers in the tanks and transportation projects al­ field, and then to make recommenda­ ready in use in New York, the state's tions to Governor Carey. In addition to SIU Vice President projected natural gas supplies for the coming winter and the state's jurisdic­ Drozak, the 11-member LNG study tion over LNG storage and movement group also includes Elwin Larson, were among the topics discussed at the Senior Vice President of the Brooklyn first meeting of the LNG study group Union Gas Co.; James Flanagan, Pres­ to which SIU Vice President Frank ident of the Greenpoint Civic Associa­ Drozak has been appointed by New tion; Dr. Alfred Kahn, Chairman of the N.Y. Public Service Commission; York Governor Hugh Carey. The aim of this panel, whose first Ogden Reid, Commissioner of the N.Y. meeting was held on Aug. 21 at the Department of Environmental Con­ Governor's New York City office, is to servation and a number of New York consider viewpoints from all groups _ State senators and assemblymen. It is hoped that this group will be interested in LNG, including consumers of gas, environment^ists, utility com- able to recommend a course of action for New York that will satisfy all seg­ ments of this country interested in LNG and that will allow New York to lead the way in expanding LNG use. Pages September, 1975 ••• • ;V • -^'Ul �A,. , . <a ' ?•//-•'': 0-''"' '• '' H The Committee Page Sea-Land Resource Committee Recertified Bosun Pete Drewes (2nd left) ship's chairman of the containership Sea-Land Resource standsby at a payoff Sept. 9 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. With him are the Ship's Committee of (I. to r.): Steward Delegate Charles Wilson; Deck Delegate Evans Verveniotis, and Engine-Delegate James McParland. At the table SlU Patrolman Ted Babkowski looks at one of the brother's membership book. The Sea-Land Resource is on the run to Rotterdam. Jacksonyiile Committee Los Angeles Committee SlU Patrolman Teddy Babkowski (seated center) gesticulates to Deck Dele­ gate Jose Bonefont (left) at a payoff on the containership Los Angeles (SeaLand) Sept. 8 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Seated Engine Delegate O. M. Myers waits to pay his dues as other members of the Ship's Committee are in the background, (I. to r.): Steward Delegate John Sullivan, and Educational Director J^mes Brock. The ship is on the run to the Med. * George Walton Committee V.;4 Recertified Bosun Woody Lawton (seated left) ship's chairman of the con­ tainership Jacksonville (Sea-Land) at a payoff on Sept. 18 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. He's with other members of the crew and the Ship's Committee (on his left) of: AB Tony Zaieskin and AB William Cooper, deck delegate. Standing (I. to r.) are: Cook and Baker Raymon Aguiar, steward delegate, and Chief Steward Bill Hand, secretary-reporter. The Jacksonville is 'on the coastwise run. Recertified Bosun Gregory Troche (seated left rear) Ship's Chairman of the C4 SS George Walton (Waterman) watches N.Y. Port Agent Leon Hall (seated front right) go over an overtime report with Educational Director Ross Lyle as Deck Delegate Ralph Moore fseated center) looks at the camera. Behind Hall are (r. to I.): Chief Steward Jake Longfellow, secretary-reporter; visiting Recertified Bosun Billy Price, and (seated) Messman D. Vazquez, steward delegate. Standing far left is Engine Delegate Joseph Gallent. The ship paid off on Aug. 28 and on Sept. 2 she was on her way to India. Alex Stephens Committee Arecibo Committee y--. 'h' "r-: it -" - j'' s '' ^ J • 1';-- - • « .> iiMTf At a payoff Aug. 25 at Pier 7 in the port of Brooklyn, N.Y., is Recertified Bosun William Feil (2nd right standing) ship's chairman of the C4 SS Alex Stephens (Waterman) prior to going on a run to the Mideast. Other members of the Ship's Committee are (seated) Chief Steward James Morton, secretaryreporter and in the rear (I. to r.) Oiler John Caldwell, engine delegate; Utility Messman John Kennedy, steward delegate; Feil and Deck Maintenanceman Mickol Johnson, deck delegate. Page 6 Recertified Bosun Eugene Dakin (standing center;) ship's chairman of the con­ tainership SS Arecibo (Puerto Rico Marine) stands by with the Ship's Com­ mittee at a payoff Aug. 26 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. following a coastwise run. On the right (sitting) is SlU Patrolman Teddy Babkowski with Crew Messman Servando Castro, steward delegate, at his side. Flanking Dakin is Chief Stevyard Jacincto Guilles, secretary-reporter and Oiler Angel Morales, engine delegate. Seafarers Log �Tulane University Crad School Honors Hall for Contributions . In recognition of the interest and support SIU President Paul Hall has given the Tulane University Institute on Foreign Transportation and Port Oper- ations over the past 15 years, he was presented a plaque by the institute at the SIUNA Convention earlier this month in Washington, D.C. Doris Campbell, executive secretary of the Graduate School of Business Ad­ ministration of Tulane University In New Orleans, presents SIU President Paul Hall with a plaque expressing the University's gratitude for his "constructive Interest In the school's Institute on Foreign Transportation and Port Opera­ tions" over the past 15 years. Doris Campbell, executive secretary of the Graduate School of Business Ad­ ministration at Tulane presented the award. The institute is sponsored by the business school at the university, which is located in New Orleans, La. The inscription on the plaque was in the form of a letter sent to President Hall from Herbert Longenecker, who up until recently was the president of Tulane University. The inscription read: "On behalf of Tulane University, I want to express to you the university's and my appreciation for your construc­ tive interest in the Institute on Foreign Transportation and Fort Operations and for the valuable contribution you bave made to it over these past 15 years. "We particularly feel that your knowledge and your availability to our enrollees with the consequent clarifying discussion of issues have been impor­ tant strengths of the program. 'Tlease accept our thanks for your faithful support." In accepting the award. President Hall said, "It has been my great pleas­ ure to work with the institute. I am grateful to the institute because at a time when there wasn't much interest in other sectors in foreign transportation, the institute was the exception to the general rule. We've had an arena in which to tell our story." Opfical Benefif Change The Board of Trustees of the Sea' farers Welfare and Pension Plan has accepted a revision in the optical benefit. Effective Jan. 1, 1976 Seafarers meeting the basic eligibHity require­ ments and their dependents ne^ no longer patronize a contracted optidan in order to receive the optical benefit of up to $30 every two yeam for an eye examination and a paiif of ghttses. Under the revlted provision, ell^ : ble Seafanrs may go to any opticlai^ and must submtt the paid bill, along with the SIU cldm form to the Plan oflRce. The Plan will then dhrectly r^bnise each man up to $30 Labor Leaders Call for Reassessment of U.S. Policies Top labor movement officials have called for a complete reassessment of America's domestic and foreign policies in order to better serve the interests and welfare of this country's, working men and women. In a series of nationwide radio broad­ casts on Labor Day, the AFL-CIO's President George Meany and Secre­ tary Treasurer Lane Kirkland discussed the state of the sagging U.S. economy and the economic impact of detente on the American consumer. They called on the Ford Administration to recon­ sider its opposition to essential social and employment programs and its con­ tinued policy of presidential vetoes. President George Meany said that the present economic policies which have brought about high levels of un- employment and inflation coupled with recession must be drastically changed. "We won't accept the idea that our chUdren have to live in a society crippled by massive unemployment, skyrocketing prices, deteriorating pub­ lic services, municipal bankruptcies, rising crime—in short, a collapse in the quality of life of the American people. "We in the American labor move­ ment don't think it has to be that Wflf" he said. '' wages in many cases, Kirkland then noted that "this is a complete distor­ tion of the original intent of unemploy­ ment insurance to restore to jobless workers at least one-half of their former weekly wage. And even 50 percent—a target we are a long way from reaching. Convention Report: Unification Strengthened UIW People Above Dollars The following report was sub­ Meany said that the nation could mitted by the SlU-affiliated United overcome this deterioration with Industrial Workers to the 17th Bien­ "proper leadership and sound policies nial Convention of the Seafarers In­ that put people above dollars," the ternational Union of North America same combination which pulled the held in Washington, D.C., Sept. 2-4. country out of the depression of the REPORT OF 1930',s. The AFL-CIO leader also stated that UNITED INDUSTRIAL WORKERS complicating a search for solutions The United Industrial Workers of the were currefii international conditions WU-AGLIWD held a Convention at and American involvement in them. Hs the time of the last SIU Convention in On Laid-Up ^ said that neither the American labor November of 1973. The delegates to movement nor the nation itself can the UIW Convention voted to abolish ,: •: Vessebi- •" afford to be isolationist and he stressed the UrW's former regional structure that all citizens must have a voice in and to adopt one central Constitution. fchi June 16^ 1975 a change the country's foreign policies. This unification has strengthened the in the shipjpihg imles that ek-| "Drive into your local gas station UIW and enabled us to better serve our tended the lay-up rule period froml and you'll fun smack into the crisis in members in such areas as organizing I seven days to 30 days. This rulei the Middle East and Arab oil black­ activities, contract negotiations, and ialtows a Seafarer aboard a ship which| mail. Walk into your grocery store, and fringe benefits. [is laiid-up to reclaim his job if that| your pocketbook will feel the con­ Since the last SlU Convention in No­ [ship is bfoken out within 30 dTys| sequences of the Soviet wheat deal in vember of 1973, four new companies and he has registered in the hirihg| the name of detente," Meany said. have been brought under the UIW ban­ lhall which recrews that ship. | "On this Labor Day 1975, the ner. The new UIW companies range [Because of confusion about whenl American labor movement calls upon from St. Croix, Virgin Islands to Nor­ a man must register"'" in order tol the nation's leaders to reassess not only folk, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio. We iTedaim his job, the Seafarers Ap?| the disastrous economic policies which will continue in efforts to organize [peals Board has ruled that, ef!cctive| have brought misery to millions, but the the unorganized our shoreside worker, who Oct. 1, 1975, you must registeri equally disastrous foreign policies that often has to work under substandard |Hvithin three days after the date your| would seek to stop evil by appeasing it." conditions for low wages and' little or [ship has been laid-up in the hiringi nothing in the way of fringe benefits. I hall which will recrew the ship if you[ Unemployment Insurance The last two years have been very wish to be eligible to reclaim your[ busy for the UIW in the area of contract In a separate speech, AFL-CIO Sec­ i job within the 30rday period. If the| negotiations. Since the last Convention, retary-Treasurer Lane Kirkland said [third day falls on aSunday or a h6li-| over ninety (90) UIW contracts have I day, you may register on the fpllow-| that the trade union movement is dedi­ been negotiated in every part of the fiitgday. „ ' • . I cated to improving the unemployment ^ If the laid-up ship is recrewedl insurance program to help ease the country. Substantial wage increases, im­ /: within the three day period, you mayj plight of the nation's millions of un­ proved working conditions, and in­ creased fringe benefits have been ob­ > register in the hiring hail which re-| employed. Stating that the current benefit aver­ tained in all our new contracts. The crews the ship at anytime up to and| age of $68 a week replaces only about UIW will continue to fight hard in all , including the day of recre^ing, 20 to 30 percent of a worker's lost upcoming negotiations to obtain the September, 1975 —is much too low." He also said that immediate steps should be taken to increase and extend unemployment benefits and coverage and set an overall goal of strengthening the financing of the jobless benefits pro­ gram. best possible contracts for our members. Our welfare benefits program has in­ creased considerably since the last Con­ vention. We have negotiated increased employer contirbutions, and, as a result of these increases, we are considering the possibility of broadening our wel­ fare benefits still further. UIW members and their families are already protected by one of the finest welfare plans in shoreside industry, and we plan to keep it that way by increasing the benefits whenever possible. Our UIW Pension Plan, which has been in effect for about three years, CGn= tinues to expand rapidly. Not only have employer contributions doubled for most companies, but also more UIW members have been brought under the protection of our plan. We are con­ sidering further improvements in the plan as employer contributions continue to increase. The UIW will continue to seek ways of improving assistance to the member­ ship. We must step up our organizing program so that all shoreside workers can have the kind of trade union repre­ sentation they need. Contract negotia­ tions are a never-ending process, and we will continue to work for even better wages and benefits in order to improve the livelihood of those shoreside work­ ers who have turned to us to represent them in collective bargaining with man­ agement. For More Convention News, See Pages 12-21 Paje? <•4. .? '• -j • 'i.c fi •'d 1 'Ifi •i. I :'il .U #0 •J 'ff �: "L • .-^:) • •, 'Vr:' ' • ••'u..' ;•. So again I ask you to consider your job security, the political battles we must wage to-protect that security and the strength of our enemies when you think about donating to SPAD. Headquarters Netes i.' by SIU Vice Pr^ident Frank Drozak '. -t The 225,000 dwt tankers TT Brooklyn and TT Williamsburg, the OBO's Ultramar and Ultrasea, and Waterman and Delta's LASH carriers are all new ships which the SIU is currently manning. These, and other new vessels, repre­ sent a substantial number of jobs for this membership for the many years it is predicted that they will be in operation. And yet these new ships won't generate one job unless there is cargo for them to carry. The long range answer to providing cargo for U.S. tankers lies in obtaining a cargo preference law. The SIU began the battle for an oil cargo preference bill in 1971 and renewed the struggle again in 1973. And though the last oil preference bill was finally defeated by a presidential veto, the SIU will not give up its struggle for a fair share of our oil imports. It is the only permanent solution to providing employment for U.S. tankers and insuring tliis member­ ships' job security. The U.S. liner trades have benefited greatly from the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. Our liner fleet is one of the most efficient and most modem in the world, and Seafarers man a large percentage of these ships. Yet we cannot afford to rest from our efforts to protect and improve this vital trade. No matter how efficient our fleet it cannot compete with the stateowned fleets of the Soviet Union and Poland which are now engaged in a ruthless rate cutting attack on our West Coast and Gulf operators. Again the only practical answer to protecting our jobs lies in getting legis­ lation which will control the rate cutting pf the state-owned fleets. For this reason we are throwing all bur support behind the non-national carriers bill first introduced into the U.S. Congress by Senator Daniel Inouye. This bill would require rate cutters to prove that they are operating profitably at the lower rates. I J The need for these iegisiafive efforts on our part is ohvions. THthoot these laws there will be no cargoes for U.S. ships and no jobs for Seafarers who man thbse ships. The only way we can carry on these battles, and the many others that I report on every month, is through SPAD. The money voluntarily given to SPAD represents the only funds the SIU can use to carry on its vital political actions. A• CONTRACT RATIFICATION The crews on the majority of our ships have now-overwhelmingly ratified the new Tanker and Freightship Agreements which were negotiated with our contracted operators in June. Patrolmen are continuing to board SlU-contracted ships and are voting the few remaining members who have been at sea since June. These three-year agreements provide this membership with excellent con­ tract terms, including across-the-board wage increases and substantial increases in vacation, pension and welfare benefits. The entire texts of the new Tanker and Freightship contracts were published in a special edition of the July LOG and sent to each member and all ships. FIREFIGHTING llie two-day Firefighting course held at Piney Point and at the Military Sealift Command's School in Earle, N.J. is continuing to serve the important function of training Seafarers in shipboard fire control. Seafarers trained through this program have the knowledge necessary to keep a small fire on a ship from spreading and endangering the lives of everyone aboard that ship. I urge all who have not done so to contact an SIU representative and attend this course. BOSUNS RECERTIFICATION PROGRAM Twelve more Seafarers have successfully completed the two-month Bosuns Recertification Program, bringing to 284 the number of our seamen who have upgraded through the program. This has proven to be one of the most important and successful programs the SIU has ever conducted. The bosim is the key unlicensed Seafarer aboard a vessel, and the knowledge these recertified bosuns have obtained from attend­ ing classes in Piney Point and observing the Union's operations at Headquarters has enabled themi to handle their job as ship's chairman with greater efficiency and has resulted in smoother voyages for the crews with whom they sail. For more information about the Bosuns Recertification Program see page 30 of this LOG. <A* SENIORITY UPGRADING PROGRAM Six more Seafarers have received their full 'A' Books through the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program and are ready to ship out as full SIU members with all the accompanying rights, duties and responsibilities. 1 strongly urge all eligible brothers who have not already done so to apply for this program. It will serve to benefit each member as well as the Union. For more information on the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program see page 30 of this LOG. •3 r SCHEDULE OF INCREASED BENEFITS MADE POSSIBLE FROM INCREASED CONTRIBUTIONS BENEFITS Death Accidental Dismemberment CURRENT BENEFITS INCREASED BENEFITS $5,000.00 payable only to designated beneficary of eligibles who are included in the following category, Spouse, child, stepchild, mother, father, grandparent, brother, sister, half-brother, half-sister, grandchild, stepbrother, stepsister, stepmother, step* father. $4,000.00 None. - Sc- '•h — J:-'' "-'.y t Surgical Per schedule up to a maximum of $450.00 per confinement. In Hospital Doctors Visits $4.00 per day up to date of surgery—^Maximum 31 days. Maternity $300.00 maximum for each child. Optical Hospital Room & Board $25.00 for eligibles/dependents who live in a city where there is no contracted optician. Once every 2 years. ^ $30.00 daily—Private room. Intensive Care $75.00 per day. Hospital Extras $300.00 for 1st 31 days; thereafter up to another $300.00—Maximum $600.00. Pension $250.00 per month. . 'im I, '. •^' . :.r', , f; PagiS - . ,-if -J-,-..;- If any eligible employgg suners an accidental loss not arising out of or in the courtie u! empioyment will receive as follows: 1. Loss of 2 hands $5,000.00 2., Loss of 2 f^t . . . . . . . $5,000.00 " v. 3. Loss of 2 eyes, . . . . . . $5,000.00 4. Loss of 1 hand and I foot . . . $5,000.00 5. Loss of 1 hand and 1 eye . . . . $5,000.00 6. Loss of 1 foot and 1 eye ... . $5,000.00 7. Loss of 1 hand . $2,500.00 8. Loss of 1 foot $2,500.00 9. Loss of sight of 1 eye . . . '. . $2,500.00 ' Total amount payable on account of more than one of the losses listed and sus­ tained by the injured employee in any one accident—Maximum; $5,000.00. Plan will pay cost of surgery per Surgical Schedule up to a maximum of $600.00. NOTES DetaOed surgical adiednle wfll appear in upcoming Issue of the LOG. $15.00 for the first day. $10.00 for the second day. $ 6.00 per day thereafter for 58 days—Maximum 60 days. When surgery is per­ formed, benefits are payable only up to date of surgery. $500.00 Maximum for each child. May be payable to hospital, doctor or member. $30.00 for eligibles/dependents who live in a city where there is no contracted optician. Once every 2 years. > Private room—plan pays the hospital's average semi-priyate rate. Full cost of Intensive Care. Actual charges for miscellaneous hospital expenses with exception of Radiation therapy, physicians services, private nurses or luxuries or conveniences not directly associated with hospital care. Maximum 60 days for each confinement. $350.00 per month for employees who retire and submit applications on or after June 16,1975. ^ SetfarersLog �REPORT OF CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE Following is the full report of the Credentials Committee elected at the New York August membership meeting to review nominations for the SIU general election of J976, 1977, 1978 and 1979. The report is being read and voted upon in all ports at the September meetings. REPORT OF CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE ON CANDIDATES FOR GENERAL ELECTION OF 1976-77-78-79 We, the undersigned Committee on Credentials, were duly elected at the regular business meeting at Head­ quarters on August 4th, 1975, in accordance with the Constitution. Your Committee has examined the creden­ tials of the candidates for elective office or job in the Sea­ farers International Union of North America—Atlantic,' Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, for the years of 1976-77-78-79, as per Article XI, Section 1, and submit the following report: We qualified or disqualified those men who submitted for office by our Constitution and particularly by the rules. of our Constitution as contained in Articles XII and XIII. Article XII is known as Qualifications For Officers, Hea^uarters Representative, Port Agents, Patrolmen and Other Elective Jobs, ine Article reads as follows: "Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: a) He has. at least three (3) years of seatime In an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag mer­ chant vessel or vessels. In computing time, time spent in the employ of. the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction, shall count the same as seatime. Union records. Welfare Plan records and/or com­ pany records can be used to determine eligibility; aiid b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination; and c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an Americanflag merchant vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union, or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction, or a com­ bination of these, between January 1st and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes, in which event he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days; and d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; and e) He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or from a Union-Management Fund to which Fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union. Section 2. All candidates for, and holders of, other elective jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union, Section 3. All candidates for and holders of elective offices and jobs, whether elected or appointed in accord­ ance with this Constitution, shall maintain full book membership in good standing." Article XIII, is known as. Elections for Officers, Head­ quarters Representatives, Port Agents and Patrolmen. Sections 1 and 2 of that Article read as follows: "Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Sec­ tion 2(b) of this Article, any full book member may sub­ mit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending, a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary-Treasurer, at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: a) The name of the candidate. b) His home address and mailing address. c) His book number. d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Agent or Patrolman. e) Proof of citizenship. f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. g) In the event the member is on a ship he shall notify the Credentials Committee what ship he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forward­ ing his credentials. h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a mem- SIU Credentials Commtttee, elected at the August New York membership meeting, reviews nominations for election of SIU officers to be held later this year. Tliey are, clockwise from near left: Warren Cassidy, steward department; Jack Dixon, engine department: Frank Teti, chairman, deck department; Theodore R. Goodman, steward department: William G. Cofone, deck department, and Carroll Patrick Dwyer, engine department. . , September, 1975 , • ' ^ ^; . •- her of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embez­ zlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." Dated .. Signature of Member t i T - '1; Book No. Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may nominate any other full book member in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein, relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination pro­ vision the responsibility if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office, shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Head­ quarters no earlier than July 15th and no later than August 15th of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with the safe­ keeping of these letters and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's request. Section 2. Credentials Committee. a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year, at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting, with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Stewards Departments. No officer. Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, or candidate for office or the job of Headquarters Repre­ sentative, Port Agent or Patrolman, shall be eligible for election to this Committee, except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice President, or the SecretaryTreasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee's results shall be by majority vote, with any tie vote being resolved by a majority vote of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked "qualified" or "disqualified" according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked "disqualified", the reason therefor must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted, with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members, and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes, and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Head­ quarters by midnight of closing day. c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the addresses listed by him pursuant to Section 1 of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing the reasons for such disqualification by air mail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1(b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Com­ mittee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port, where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meefting no later than the second meeting after the Committee's election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his. written appeal, the . •) ^ L :r\ ci •T 'V.- Continued on Page 10 Page 9 'M - y. A . I * Ki - j ^ ^ -v-'v-r:, �.4ii i<??;?!= rf I > '-v-rfW • WJ REPORT OF CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE Continued from Page 9 applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two days after the day on which the telegram is sent, to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The Committee's report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in thne for the first regular meeting after its election. d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to over-rule any dis­ qualification by the Credentials Committee, in which event the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to con­ clusively presume that anyone nominated and quiilified in previous elections for cwdidacy for any office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, has met all the requirements of Section 1(a) of Article XII. (End of quote.) Further, in order to ascertain the meaning of the term "member in good standing" which is used in Article XII, Subsection 1(b), the Committee referred to Article XXIV, Section 9 of our Constitution which reads as follows: "Section 9. The term, 'member in good standing' shall mean a member whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated^jthe term, 'member' shall mean a member in good standing." After full and thorough deliberations, the Committee made its decisions and sent appropriate notification to candidates. In the course of their deliberations the Com­ mittee ultimately came to decisions which are later set forth. In arriving at these ultimate decisions, the Com­ mittee was most concerned with carrying out a stated principle of our Union, which is that "every qualified member shall have the right to nominate himself for, and, if elected or appointed, to hold office in this Union." In connection with the foregoing, we have also con­ sulted with the Secretary-Treasurer who, under our Constitution, has the obligation to insure appropriate election procedures as legally required. (Article XIII, Section 7.) Our Secretary-Treasurer has furffier consulted with the Union's Counsel as to the law applicable in Union nominations and elections. The following is a complete listing of all men who submitted their credentials to the Committee. Th^ men's names and the office or job for which they submitted such credentials are listed in the order in which this Committee feels they should be placed on the general ballot, that is, in alphabetical order under the office or job for which they run, and that the Ports, following the Headquarters' offices, beginning with Boston, be arranged on the ballot geographically, as has been done in the past. After each man's name and book number is his qualification or disqualification, followed by the reason for that decision. PRESIDENT Louis C. Babin, Qualified B-826 Qualified Paul Hall, H-1 Walter LeClaire, Qualified L-636 Glenn Wells, W-792 Qualified Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Credentials in order. EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Frank Drozak, D-22 Qualified Credentials in order. SECRETARY-TREASURER Joseph DiGiorgio, Qualified D-2 Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Gary J. Bryant, B-1330 r> d' Cal Tanner, T-1 Disqualified Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years previous to nomination. Qualified Credentials in order. VICE-PRESW^IT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Earl Shepard, S-2 Qualified Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THEGULF COAST Lindsey J. Williams, Qualified Credentials in order. W-1 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Paul Drozak, D-180 Qualified Credentials in order. Page 10 HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE > Fred Farnen, F-656 Qualified Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Qualified Leon Hall, Jr., H-125 Credentials in order. WiUiam W.Hall, Qualified H-272 Credentials in order. Edward X. Mooney, Qualified M-7 NEW YORK AGENT Credentials in order. George McCartney, Qualified . M-948 NEW YORK JOINT PATROLMAN Ted Babkowski, B-1 Qualified Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Jack Caffey, C-1010 Qualified Credentials in order. Angus Campbell, Qualified C-217 Credentials in order. Perry D. Ellis, E-295 Qualified Credentials in order. Luigi lovino, I-11 Qualified Credentials in order. Frank Mongelli, Qualified M-1111 Qualified Credentials in order. Michael Sacco, S-1288 Credentials in order. Qualified Keith Terpe, T-3 Credentials in order. Qualified Herman M. Troxclair, T-4 PHILADELPHIA AGENT John F. Fay, F-363 Qualified Credentials in order. PHILADELPHIA JOINT PATROLMAN Albert (Al) Bernstein, Qualified Credentials in order. B-3 William (Red) Qualified Credentials in order. Morris, M-4 BALTIMORE AGENT Benjamin Wilson, Qualified W-217 Credentials in order. BALTIMORE JOINT PATROLMAN Tony Kastina, K-5 Qualified Credentials in order. Robert Pomerlane, Qualified Credentials in order. P-437 MOBILE AGENT Louis Neira, N-1 Qualified .•)) MOBILE JOINT PATROLMAN David L. Dickinson, Qualified D-227 Harold J. Fischer, Qualified F-1 Robert L. Jordan, J-1 Qualified NEW ORLEANS AGENT C. J. "Buck" Qualified Stephens, S-4 Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Credentials in order. Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS JOINT PATROLMAN Thomas E. Gould, Qualified Credentials in order. G-267 Louis Guarino, Qualified Credentials in order. G-520 Stanley Zeagler, Qualified Credentials in order. Z-60 HOUSTON AGENT Robert F. (Mickey) Qualified WUbum, W-6 Credentials in order. HOUSTON JOINT PATROLMAN Frank "Scottie" Qualified Credentials in order. Aubusson,A-8 Peter E. Dolan, Qualified Credentials in order. D-829 Roan Lightfoot, Qualified Credentials in order. L-562 Lewis L. Stanton, Disqualified Does not have ode S-1484 hundred (100) days' seatimefrom January 1,197S to date of nomination. Franklin Taylor, Qualified^ Credentials In order. T-180 SAN FRANCISCO AGENT Arthur C. Lehmann, Qualified L-750 Steve Troy, T-485 Qualified Credentials in order. Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO JOINT PATROLMAN Pasquale (Pat) Qualified Credentials in order. Marinelli, M-462 Joseph Sacco, S-1287 Qualified Credentials in order. DETROITAGENT Jack Bluitt, B-15 > Qualified Credentials in order. DETROIT JOINT PATROLMAN Roy Boudreau, Qualified Credentials in order. B-1473 As will be noted in the foregoing sections of the Com­ mittee's report, the provisions (rf the SIU Constitution governing election procedure made it mandatory that some of the men who had been nominated be disqualified. In light of these circumstances, the Committee wishes to call to the attention of all members, the necessity of fol­ lowing all requirements and procedures, which are estab­ lished by our Constitution to govern eligibility to candi­ dacy to Union office. However^ at this time the Committee particularly desires to point out the provisions of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of the Constitution, which spell out in detail the right of a disqualified candidate to appeal from a decision of the Cre^ntials Conunittee and how he does it. In compliance with Article XIII, Section 2, paragraph (b) of our Constitution, and in an attempt to give every nominee every consideration and to try to prevent any disqualifications by this Committee, Carroll Dwyer, Book No. D-824, and William Cofone, Book No. C-808, of the Credentials Committee, remained at the entrance of the Headquarters building of the Union until midnight of Friday, August 15, 1975, to receive any credentials that might have been delivered either by maU or by hand after the closing of business hours by the Union. The Conunittee points out, ffiat in the President's PreBalloting Report approved by the membership as per the Constitution, and published in the May SEAFARERS LOG, the exact offices and jobs for which nominations were to be made, was set forth. In passing upon the credentials for certain of the nominees, this Committee had to make a number of dis­ qualifications, and the following are the details relative to each of those disqualifications: 1. Gary L. Brvant. B-1330—Candidate for Vice Presi­ dent in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement. Union records reveal that Brother Bryant did not pay his third quarter dues for 1972 until September 2, 1972, when they should have been paid no later than July 30, 1972. The Union records further reveal that he also failed to pay his fourth quarter dues for 1972 until Janu­ ary 29, 1973, when they should have been paid no later than October 30, 1972. Our Union records further reveal that the above Union monetary payment requirements were not excused by reason of provisions of Article III, Section 3, hereinafter set forth. Therefore, Brother Bryant was disqualified under Article XII, Section 1, paragraph (b) of our Constitution, which reads as follows: , "Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Head­ quarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman pro­ vided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;". This section of the Constitution is further supported by Article V, Sec­ tion 1, which reads as follows: "Section 1. All members shall pay dues quarterly, on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter, .except as herein otherwise provided. The dues^shall be those pay­ able as of the date of adoption of this Constitution as amended and may be changed only by Constitutional amendment.", and Article XXIV, Section 9 of our Con­ stitution which reads as follows: "Section 9. The term 'member in good standing' shall mean a member whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term 'member' shall mean a member in good standing.", and Article III, Section 3 of our Constitution, which reads as follows: "Section 3. Members more than one quarter in arrears in dues shall be automatically suspended, and shall for­ feit all benefits and all Qther rights and privileges in the Union. They shall be automatically dismissed if they are more than two quarters in arrears in dues. An arrearage, in dues shall be computyi from the first dav of the appli­ cable quarter, but this time shall not run: "(a) While a member is actually participating in a strike or lockout. "(b) While a member is an in-patient in a USPHS or otho- accredited hospital. "(c) While a member is under an incapacity due to activity in behalf of the Union. "(d) While a member is in the armed services of the United States, provided the member was in good standing at the time Of entry into the armed forces, and further provided he applies for reinstatement within ninety (90) days after discharge from the armed forces. "(e) While a member has no opportunity to pay dues, because of employment aboard an American flag mer­ chant vessel." (Underlining supplied by the Committee.) Continued on Page 11 ^ Seafarers Log X "•••' • 'X. TTS..'A ;, �Merchant Marine Authorization H.R. 3902 and S. 1542, to authorize funds for maritime programs for fiscal year 1976, are in a conference committee which will reconcile differences between the two bills. A tax provision of the House bill is being held up in the Ways and Means Committee. Washington Activities Third Flag Rates A bill to provide for minimum ocean rates for foreign-flag carriers has been reported out of the Senate Commerce Committee. A companion bill is in the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. By B. Rocker Maritime Ad Hoc Committee On Aug. 20, representatiyes of the SIU particjipated in a meeting of the Legislative Subcommittee of the AFL-CIO Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems. The Committee was set up last year by AFL-CIO President George Meany to promote the merchant marine through joint efforts of maritime unions. The Legislative Subcommittee will develop a list of priorities for a program to improve the state of the U.S. shipping industry and to promote jobs for seamen. The combined efforts of participants will be directed toward protection against violation of the Jones Act, encouraging cargo preference laws, vigilance against countries which attempt to fish or mine our coastal waters, improve­ ment of the inland waterways system or whatever other areas we believe can make a better Ufe for Seafarers. Joint Maritime Union Meetings There have been a number of meetings held among the various maritime unions to work on joint programs to monitor Coast Guard policies on manning, safety and other important matters. SIU has been participating ia these meet­ ings in order to prepare a unified maritime union position to present at the next meeting of the International Labor Organization and Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative Organization in Europe later this year. tn Congress Congress was in recess for the month of August; members returned Sept. 3. Listed below are some of the bills which we will be following. The 200 MMe Limit BHl H.R. 200 was reported out of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. It gives the United States exclusive jurisdiction over management and conservation of coastal fisheries up to 200 miles from the shore. It allows othernations to negotiate fishing privileges within the 200-mile zone. American fishermen need such protection from, foreign fishing vessels which use large fish trawlers and fishing techniques which American fishermen are prohibited from using by U.S. conservation laws. War Risk Insurance H.R. 1073 would extend war risk insurance on "effective U.S. controlled vessels" for a three year period. The Commerce Department, in testimony before the Merchant Marine Subcommittee, recommended reducing the number of vessels covered by the program under Title XII of the 1936 Merchant Marine Act. The purpose of war risk insurance is to provide protection during the early part of a war among major powers, when commercial shipping insurance terminates, and SIU opposed coverage of U.S.-owned foreign-flag ships regis­ tered in Liberia and Panama. The House of Representatives passed H.R. 1073 on Sept. 9. Continued from Page 10 Since this Committee is bound by the Constitution, it had to decide the qualifications of Brother Bryant on the basis of the Constitution alone. The Committee had no other choice. Based upon the-^pplicable Constitutional provisions and the available records, this Committee dis­ qualified Brother Bryant for the office of Vice President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee info;rmed Brother Bryant of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 12, 1975 to the address listed by him in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was fol­ lowed by an air mail, registered, special delivery letter dated August 13, 1975 from the Committee to Brother Bryant that set forth the reason for his disqualification. 2. Lewis L. Stanton, S-1484—Candidate for Patrolman, Port of Houston. Based upon an examination of available Union records. Brother Stanton has failed to establish that he has one hundred (100) days of seatime between January 1, 1975 and the time of nomination as required by Article XII, Section 1, paragraph (c) of our Constitution, which reads as follows: "Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any clficc or the job of Head­ quarters Represerlative, Port Agent or Patrolman pro­ vided: (c) He has at least one hunderd (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an Americanflag nicrehant vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union, of one hundred (100) days of employment Seafreeze Atlantic No action has been taken yet in the Senate Commerce Committee on H. R. 5197—a bill already passed by the House—which would authorize employ­ ment of foreign fishermen on the fishing trawler Seafreeze Atlantic until such time as U.S. seamen are trained and available for the jobs. American seamen would be employed in the non-fishing shipboard jobs. Tariff Preference This bill, H.R. 5897, woiild give the President authority to grant trade preferences to OPEC countries which did not participate in the oil embargo against the United States in 1973. H.R. 5897 is pending before the Trade Subcommittee of the House Ways and Means Committee. SIUNA Convention The 17th Biennial Convention of the SIUNA was held in Washington on Sept. 2, 3 and 4. Twenty-eight affiliates were represented. Throughout the Convention—in reports, speeches and meetings—there were repeated references to important pieces of legislation or activities of govern­ ment agencies which will have great impact on the future of the industry and the Seafarer. Our Union has come a long way since the days when the fight was on the dock and the issues were related to poverty wages, crimps and rotten food. We are in an era in which laws, agency regulations and Presidential procla­ mations can give new vitality to our building program or can wipe out our protection and contribute to the further decline of the U.S.-flag fleet. It is for this very practical reason that our officers are ever alert to the Washington scene and our Union representatives in the capital take every opportunity to provide information to the lawmaker and Administration about our industry. To Protect Your Job Security in the Fight for Favorable Legislation Seafarers are urfed to contribute to SPAD. It is the way to have your voke heard and to keep your union effective in the light for I^Lslation to protect tfie security of every Seafarer and his family. with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction, or a combination of these, between January 1st and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes, in which event he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days." This Committee is bound by the Constitution, and it had to decide on the basis of the Constitution. The Com­ mittee was given no choice. Based upon the foregoing and the available records, the Committee disqualified Brother Stanton for the job of Patrolman, Port of Houston. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Stanton of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 12, 1975 to the address listed by him in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was fol­ lowed by an air mail, registered, special delivery letter dated August 13, 1975 from the Committee To Brother Stanton that set forth the reason for his disqualification. In addition, each man disqualified received a copy of our Constitution, together with the letter from the Com­ mittee mentioned above indicating his disqualification, so that the disqualified nominee would have available the procedure to be used in appeal from the decision of the Credentials Committee. The membership can readily see from the foregoing report, that your Committee has made every effort pos­ sible within the confines of our Constitution to qualify every nominee. All credentials received as of Tuesday, August 5,1975, were turned over to the Committee in good order at 9:00 A.M. on that date, and those received by mail sub­ sequently, but not later than August 15, 1975, have simi­ larly been furnished to the Committee in good order. All credentials have been examined in strict accordance with the Constitution. Any defect in the credentials disposed of by the Committee has been the sole responsibility of the sender and no person adversely affected by such defect has denied this to the Committee. This Committee, having completed its duties, ad­ journed at 2:00 P.M. on August 21, 1975 in the Head­ quarters offices of the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, 275 20th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11215. Fraternally submitted: Dated: August 21,1975 /s/ FRANK TETI T-93 Frank Teti,T-93, Deck Dept., Chairman /s/ WILLIAM G. COFONE C-808 William G. Cofone, C-808, Deck Dept. /s/ CARROLL P. DWYER D-824 Carroll P. Dwyer, D-824, Engine Dept /s/ JACK V. DIXON D-863 Jack V. Dixon, D-863, Engine Dept. /s/ THEODORE R. GOODMAN G-134 Theodore R. Goodman, G-134, Steward Dept. /s/ WARREN CASSIDY C-724 Warren Cassi^y, C-724, Steward Dept. Page 11 Soptember, 1975 X-i ^• �Hall BlastsStafeDepartment of Convention The growing incursion of thirdflag liner operations into the U.S. foreign trades, the need for a new national maritime policy to insure cargo for American-flag vessels, and the political and economic implica­ tions of the new Russian grain deal were some of the main issues, involv­ ing the jobs and job security of Sea­ farers, discussed and acted on by delegates to the SIUNA's 17th Bien­ nial Convention, held Sept. 2-4 at the Shoreham-Americana Hotel in Washington, D.C. Focusing on these serious prob­ lems, SIUNA President Paul Hall, who chaired the three-day Conven­ tion, issued a strong attack on the U.S. State Department for its con­ tinued opposition to a healthy mari­ time industry and called it "the most serious detractor and opponent of the U.S.-flag merchant marine." Hall forcefully affirmed that "on any issue, whether it is legislation to improve or protect American-flag shipping, or Administrative policy to promote the industry. State Depart­ ment spokesmen almost always tes­ tify in opposition, alleging that such efforts would run counter to our friendship and navigation treaties, or that they could weaken 'free trade' or some other such invalid argu­ ment." Hall further asserted that the State Department "offers up the U.S. mer­ chant marine whenever something has to be traded off for State Departnent advantage," and he continued Jhat "this practice has been inten­ sified under the present Secretary of State, Kenry Kissinger." • " Hall then cited State's vigorous Dpposition of the vetoed__Energy Transportation Security Act of 1974, and its present call-fdr-rejection of Senator Daniel K. Iiiouye's NonNational Carrier Bill as just two recent examples of continuous State Department opposition to measures concerning the needs of the U.S. maritime industry. Hall also accused the State De­ partment of leaking stories to the Page 12 . • f. . • •• • • press that Senator Inouye's bill— which simply requires third-flag car­ riers like Russia's FESCO fleet to prove their rates are compensatory on a commercial cost basis—is "a brainchild of the maritime unions which were able to get it introduced by virtue of political contributions." Hall labeled this despicable lie** and he concluded: **We might well warn State and its Secretary that he had better stop trying to package the U.S. merchant marine for delivery as tribute to his partners in detente. We are not going to lie down and play willing hostage." In addition to President Hall's statements, the SIUNA Convention was highlighted by addresses from AFL-CIO President George Meany; Labor Secretary John Dunlop; ILA President Teddy Gleason; Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Mari­ time Affairs Robert J. Blackwell; National MEBA President Jesse Calhoon; Federal Maritime Commis­ sioner Helen Delich Bentley and Radio Operators President Ed Fitz­ gerald. Details on these addresses and others can be found throughout this issue of the Seafarers LOG. SIUNA Convention delegates rep­ resenting 90,000 workers in 28 affil­ iated unions, unanimously passed 38 resolutions dealing in large part with the problems facing all "segments of the U.S. maritime industry and affil­ iates of the International. National Cargo Policy In some of the more specific resolutions affecting Seafarers, the Convention delegates called for a national cargo policy "that will as­ sure the U.S. fleet a substantial share of U.S. cargoes in all the trade routes of the world, which could be achieved through cargo preference requirements, bilateral shipping ar­ rangements and other cargo sharing procedures." The Convention also passed a resolution to concur with the posi­ tion of the AFL-CIO Executive Council, which at its mid-Summer 1975 meeting, condemned the "ruth­ activities of their respective unions less rate-cutting practices" of Rus­ since the last Convention two years sia's FESCO fleet and other state- ago, and they served on a number owned fleets operating as third-flag of important committees. The Convention also conducted carriers. The resolution also con­ curred with the Executive Board's elections for International officers, position that "any large scale grain and unanimously reelected Paul Hall purchase deals with Soviet Bloc as International President; Morris nations should be stopped until Weisberger, SIUNA Executive Vice adequate safeguards for the Free President, and Joe DiGiorgio SIUNA World, the American people and the Secretary-Treasurer.. Among the SIUNA's guests at the U.S. merchant marine are firmly established on the basis of complete Convention were groups of trainees reciprocity, in the spirit of true from the Lundeberg School, escorted detente, not the Administration's ca­ by HLSS Vice President Mike Sacco. lamitous one-way detente with the SIU upgraders and bosuns from both Communist superpowers." New York and Piney Point partici­ pating in the Bosun Recertification Inland Waterways Program and the 'A' Seniority Up­ In a resolution concerning Ameri­ grading program also visited sessions ca's inland waterways, the Conven­ of the Convention. tion scored the Navy and the Army Corps of Engineers for encroach­ ment into the private sector of tug SIUNA Will Hold operations and hopper dredge pro­ jects, respectively. And the Conven­ Conventions tion expressed strong opposition "to Every 3 Years any imposition of any type of tax, toll, or user charge on commerce or Delegates to the SIUNA's 17th fuel for inland water transportation." Biennial Convention unanimously voted to amend Article VII, Fishing Industry Section 2 of the International's Turning to the nation's fishery Constitution for the purpc»e of policies, the Convention resolved to rescheduling the Union's Interna­ work for "prompt passage of H.R. tional Conventions from the pre­ 200, a bill to set up a 200 mile sent two years to every three years. fishing conservation zone around the The amendment was suggested U.S. that would protect U.S. coastal to the Convention by the Consti­ fisheries," and it further resolved to tutional and Legal Committee, fight for a program "to provide as­ which was chaired by Henry sistance to U.S. fishing operators to "Whitey" Dis)ey, president of the enable them to modernize and up­ Marine Firemen's Union on the grade their fleets and to obtain insurWest Coast. , ance and other protection on a com­ The Committee pointed out diat mercially viable basis." the change was warranted because The Convention also adopted res­ 'Svith rapidly increasing costs, olutions to include the Virgin Islands holding regular conventions every into the provisions of the Jones Act; two years as has been the practice to continue the fight to maintain the may bctome a serious finsmcial USPHS sysem; to work for a new burden to the bteinationa! and progressive U.S. maritime policy, aflfilmtes." The Committee and many more. (A more detailed liowever, that "if the need aris^, article on resolutions passed is con­ we may convene a special conven­ tained in this LOG.) tion widiin a relatively short time." The SIUNA Convention delegates submitted progress reports of the Seafarers log �--.J-.—at*-*' Gleasofi Tells SlUNA Delegates 'Bushel of Wheat for Barrel of Oil' Thomas W, Gleason, president of the International Longshoremen's Associ­ ation, affirmed in an address to the SIUNA's 17th Biennial Convention that his union would continue its boy­ cott of the loading of American grain on ships bound for Russia by fighting ' two state court injunctions ordering his men back to work, Gleason expressed confidence that the back-to-work orders would be overturned. [In the latest developments, long­ shoremen have gone back to work after President Ford promised actions to pre­ vent a repeat of the 1972 "grain deal" with Russia. See full details page 3.] The ILA president said that his union is taking its boycott actions in an effort to prevent a repeat performance of the 1972 Russian grain deal which caused such devastating inflationary effects on the U.S. economy by driving up the price of all grain-related products for the American consumer. In his address to the SIUNA Con­ vention, Gleason also recalled the Arab ofl embargo and pointed to the eco­ nomic problems caused in this country by the high cost of imported oil from the Mideast. He urged the U.S. to adopt a policy of a "bushel of wheat for a nantly owned and operated by Russian satellites. The ILA president also stated that his union's actions were not selfmotivated because "no matter what country's ships move the grain, ILA longshoremen would perform the work." He said the ILA wanted "to protect everything that's American." In Best Interest Gleason said that with the aid of AFL-CIO President George Meany, he would try to set up a meeting with mari­ time union leaders and a cross-section of American society, such as small farmers, truckers and independent gas station owners, to prove to the Admin­ istration that support for the boycott Teddy Gleason was nationwide and in the best interest barrel of oil" to even the economic of the American consumer. scale. Turning from the grain boycott Gleason also blasted the way the question, the ILA president attacked 1972 bilateral trade agreement between the growing encroachment of Russian the U.S. and Russia on the carriage of third-flag operations into most U.S. the grain was handled by the U.S. liner trades, especially the U.S. West Government. He pointed out that Coast-Far East trade where the Rus­ American ships, which had been guar­ sians and other third-flag carriers have anteed 33 percent of the grain cargoes, captured more than half the bysiness. actually only got 11 percent with the The ILA president called for the remainder being carried by Russian passage of Senator Daniel K. Inouye's ships and third-flag vessels predomi- Non-National Carrier bill to help sdleviate the third-flag situation. The hill would require that an operator prove Polities and Cargo Key to Maritime Revival:Benf ley Federal Maritime Commissioner Helen Delich Bentley addressed the final session of the SIUNA's 17th Bien­ nial Convention and centered her talk on the economic and political necessity of a large, viable merchant fleet to any strong nation or to any nation that wishes to remain strong. Mrs. Bentley, who will be leaving her government post to enter the private sector of the U.S. maritime industry, pointed out that "historically the strong­ est nations have had the strongest mer­ chant fleets," citing Egypt, Greece, Rome and Carthage in the Ancient World, and Spain and England during the colonization of the New World. She also reviewed "the great mari­ time heritage" of America noting that America's merchant navy helped this country to win independence. However, Mrs. Bentley expressed deep concern over the anti-maj-itime attitude of many U.S. legislators and other government officials since World War II. She recalled the old axiom "the nation that controls the seas controls the world," and affirmed that "no na- tion is practicing this axiom today bet­ ter than the Russians." Mrs. Bentley told the Convention that the Russian merchant fleet has grown from -million deadweight tons in 1963 to 14-million dwt today, and that "at the present rate of growth, the announced Russian goal of 20-million dwt by 1980 will be reached con­ siderably before that year." She also noted that the Russian mer­ chant fleet is made up of 7,000 vessels of over 1,000 tons. Mrs. Bentley then compared the U.S. fleet with the Russian, noting that the U.S. Merchant Marine has only 550 ships and the fleet carries less cargo to­ day than in 1960 "even though U.S. foreign trade has increased greatly since that time." She affirmed "the U.S. has relegated her merchant fleet to second class status while the Soviet Union has given its fleet top priority." The FMC head continued that "a country's merchant fleet is an instru­ ment of national politics," and she cited the planned Arab build-up of its tanker fleet despite the drastic economic prob­ lems of the worldwide tanker market, and Russia's build-up of passenger ship capacity regardless of profit ^oss con­ siderations. "Shipping is far more than merely a commercial venture," she added, "it is in every country's best interest to keep its shipping capabilities strong." that his rates are compensatory on a commercial cost basis, or. In other words, that he is making'a profit. The ILA president also charged that the Russians are now offering rate cuts in an effort to capture the carriage of whiskey from Scotland to the U.S. East Coast. However, Gleason said that the ILA would not unload any of these ships. Guaranteed Cargo In addition, Gleason called for a widespread policy of bilateralism in which U.S.-flagships would be guar­ anteed 50 percent of the cargoes mov­ ing between the U.S. and its trading partners. ' Gleason reiterated the fact that no matter what country's ships move the caigoes it was ILA labor that would load and unload. He said that the ILA was calling for such programs because "whatever is good for the U.S. merchant marine is good for the country." In his concluding remarks, Gleason said that the ILA wanted to see "Ameri­ cans working," and that the ILA "would support America's unions 100 percent." After the ILA president wrapped up his address, SIU President Paul Hall thanked Gleason and the ILA for their continuous contributions in fostering a healthy U.S. maritime industry. 1 •41 'r Fish Conference Is Held SIUNA Convention delegates representing the International's affiliated fisher­ men's and fish cannery workers unions held an evening conference during the three-day Covention to discuss, in depth, the problems facing the American fisherman today. Among the issues discussed was a bill pending in the House of Representatives to extend America's 12-mile offshore limit to 200 miles. 11 Politics and Shipping Helen Delich Bentley .'f September, 1975 Mrs. Bentley reaffirmed that "poli­ tics and shipping are intertwined," arid she encouraged the SIU to keep up its political activities on behalf of a strong U.S. maritime industry. In her concluding remarks, Mrs. Bentley stated that "merchant shipping has been the mark of great nations, and great nations that have fallen have done so because' they allowed the decay of their merchant fleets." AN EC Cites Energy Problems A representative of the American Nuclear Energy Council tells members of the. SlUf^A executive board and other convention delegates at a special meeting that the development of America's nuclear energy capabilities is necessary if the U.S. is to some day become energy independent. The SIUNA is the first international union that the ANEC ever addressed. Page 13 �• -• - 1~-V-;' V-,- Blackwell Tells Delegates ;!-•, > lyt • • , • Will Negotiate Competitive Freight Rate Speaking during the second day of These laid-up U.S. tankers are part the SIUNA Convention in Wash., D.C., of the 40 million deadweight tonnage Assistant Secretary of Commerce for. laid-up throughout the world. BlackMaritime Affairs Robert Blackwell an­ well predicted that this figure will hit nounced that he would be traveling to 80 million dwt by next year and that Moscow in order to negotiate a com­ this slump in the tanker market will petitive freight rate for the shipment of prevail for three to five years. grain to Russia to enable U.S. shippers to carry a portion of proposed grain Versatile Fleet sales. At present the rate for grain is But Blackwell stressed that the U.S., well below even the operating cost of largely because of the provisions of U.S. shippers. the Merchant Marine Act. of 1970, now Telling the assembled delegates that has a balanced, versatile merchant ma­ he would he leaving for the Moscow rine with "the largest and most efficient" negotiations on Sept. 8, Blackwell said, intermodal fleet in the world." 'T can assure you I won't be coming He also praised the efforts of the back until I get a rate that promises National Maritime Council in promot­ employment for a substantial portion ing the U.S. merchant marine, pointing of our laid-up tanker fleet." to a 73 percent increase since 1972 in Thirty-four U.S; tankers are now foreign cargo carried by U.S. ships. J aid-up according to Blackwell, and a Calling the SIU a major force in competitive grain rate would mean at bringing the industry together to forge least 134 voyages. a modern merchant marine, Blackwell told the delegates that the success of the NMC has largely been due to the maritime unions' assurance of depend- able service and their reliance on the bargaining table to work out differences with ship operators. Predicting the effects on the industry of the 1970 Merchant Marine Act for the next five years, Blackwell told the Convention delegates that U.S. ship­ yards will enjoy high employment if adjustments are made to build new types of vessels, including LNGs, VLCCs, ULCCs, Ro-ros and LASH vessels, as well as desperately needed dry bulk carriers. Robert J. Blackwell Blackwell added that although the U.S. merchant marine faces many dif­ ficult problems, there is "no reason to despair." He said that if labor, man­ agement and government can continue to attack these problems with persever­ ance and political muscle then, "Look­ ing back five years from now, we will see we've come a long way." Calhoon Disputes Fork's Maritime Policies lesse Calhoon Speaking on the last day of the Con­ vention, Jesse M. Calhoon, president of the National Maritime Engineers Bene­ ficial Association, pointed out the con­ tradictions between President Ford's professed interest in the U.S. Merchant Marine and his actions. , "Ford says he wants to build a strong merchant fleet," Calhoon told the dele­ gates, "but we have to see what he means by this." Calhoon noted that Ford has vetoed the Oil Cargo Preference Bill and that there has been an absence of any Rus­ sian-bound grain on American flag ships from January until now, even though one third of the vessels are sup.posed to be under the U.S. flag. Speaking of the oil bill veto, he re­ counted that President Ford felt the bill was inflationary because the price of oil would have been raised by 10 cents per barrel. Yet a month later, Calhoon said, President Ford added a $2 per barrel tariff and now has decontrolled the price of oil, an action which could raise the price of oil by $5 per barrel. "That's $7 of non-inflation," Cal­ hoon quipped. ' Turning to the sale of U.S. grain to Russia, the NMEBA president dis­ agreed with Ford's assessment that labor was saying "you can't sell grain" when it threatened to boycott the load­ ing of ships bound for Russia. " "What we have said," he continued, is that there must be "protection of the U.S. Merchant Marine" and that the U.S. must examine the way in which Big Business sells grain to foreign coun­ tries. Calhoon also blasted detente, saying that it had been brought about, not by political considerations, but by Big Business interests which saw Russia as "an orderbook a foot thick." In closing, Calhoon said that Ford's attitude towards the U.S. Merchant Marine reminded him of a story about the prize fighter. Max Baer. As Baer, being badly beaten by heavyweight champ Joe Louis, took his corner after the fifth round, Calhoon re­ called, his manager told Baer to "Get out there and fight! He hasn't laid a glove on you yet!" Baer, both eyes cut and swollen, turned to his manager and said, "Well you'd better watch .that referee then, because somebody in that ring is beat­ ing the hell out of me!". SIU Counsel Sees * Heavy Legal Seas' for Unions "America's labor unions are in for some pretty heavy legal seas," accord­ ing to the SIU's General Counsel How­ ard Schulman who delivered the initial address to the opening session on Sept. 2 of the SIUNA's 17th Biennial Con­ vention in Washington, D.C. Recalling his first general counsel's report to an SIUNA Convention back in 1963, Schulman reflected that "in the last dozen years or so, the many statutes enacting regulations of trade unions with concomitant bureaucratic edicts, •proliferation of court and agency deci­ sions and creation of new legal concepts and strictures has resulted in a deluge of litigation and a forest of requirements Howard Schulman so thick and involved that even the ^ment. He warned that these unwar­ finest legal woodsman would have dif­ ranted legal suits carry with them "the ficulty in picking his path and traverse seeds of destruction" for labor organi­ the forest without falling into a deep zations, and he stated that unions "must ravine. learn to cope with legal problems to continue effectively as a union." Schulman pointed out some of the Schulman also pointed out to the more common legal problems of the labor union today, noting federal and Convention some of the more specific state agency regulatory laws, inter- legal issues facing the maritime industry union jurisdictional disputes, various and its workers today. kinds of law suits, indictments, sum­ He said there would be "heavy liti­ monses and subpoenas, federal investi­ gation" over the proposal by Florida gations ana court injunctions against Gas Transmission to convert their gas pipeline to the carriage of liquid petro­ strikes or other job actions. leum products. If the Federal Power The general counsel affirmed, how­ Commission grants permission to the ever, that many of the legal- actions brought against labor unions today are project, the pipeline conversion could knock out hundreds of maritime jobs unwarranted and unfair legal harass- involved in the carriage by barge and tanker of liquid petroleum in the Flor­ ida-Gulf trade. Schulman also noted that more liti­ gation involving the USPHS system, could be expected in the Department of Health, Education and Welfare's continuing efforts to close the system. He recalled that the SIU was able to prevent the hospitals' closure back in 1973 by virtue of a court injunction first and then legislative action. In addition, the general counsel told the Convention that maritime unions, Levine Talks on Employment Louis Levine, labor commissioner of the State of New York, delivered .an Impromptu address to the final ses­ sion of the SIUNA's Convention and talked about the serious 11 percent unemployment rate In his own state and affirmed that "we can have full employment In this country." He said that this vyould only become possible, though, when the government de­ cided "to subsidize jobs for Ameri­ cans Instead of subsidizing unem­ ployment." specifically, would be involved in con­ tinuing legal actions involving runawayflag fleets, the multinational oil cartel, the Jones Act, the new pension reform law, the new campaign election law, and internal relations among affiliates. In his closing remarks, Schulman said that since the last SIUNA Convention "the International has done well le­ gally," but warned that the good record "doesn't mean we can now sit back. To be successful in legal matters we must continue to take the offensive as the SIUNA has done in the past." �HL5 Aim: Tofo/ Education for Yfhole Man ' Harry Lundeberg School President Hazel Brown told delegates during the second day of the 17th SIUNA Biennial Convention that while Piney Point fo-. cuses on vocational training because it is "very important that Seafarers be qualified to man new ships" and to be able to advance as far as each desires, she noted that the School was dedicated to providing "total education for the whole man." This total education, aimed at help­ ing each Seafarer reach his goals, has been behind the School's highly success­ ful GED program, reading and writing workshops, and other non-vocational programs, she said. This philosophy has resulted, Ms. Brown reported, in 667 high school equivalency diplomas for participants in the school's GED program, including 36 for working members. This academic education goes hand in hand with the many, vocational pro­ grams at Piney Point, lielpihg men who might have been away from school for a long time to cope with course text­ books and Coast Guard tests, Ms. Brown pointed out. The vocational training at Piney Poiui, the core of any trade union school, has resuited ir. new licenses and endorsements, including, Ms. Browil said, 448 QMEDs, 235 FOWTs, 29 tankermen. 111 quartermasters, 151 ABs, 2,105 firefighting certificates and 43 LNG endorsements. ciate degree program in maritime stud­ ies in conjunction with one of the colleges in the area. After her speech, SIU President Paul Hall praised Ms. Brown's work at the Harry Lundeberg School and noted that in order for a trade union, to survive today it must "bring its members the tools needed to learn how we can all resolve our problems." Fitzgerald Says Union Chiefs Should Engage in Grain Talks Hazel Brown Another aspect of the School's goal of total education has been the estab­ lishment of an alcoholism center. This center, manned by professional coun­ selors, provides Seafarers who havq a serious drinking problem with an op­ portunity to help themselves recover. Pointing out that trade unions are at "the grass roots", in helping people to receive a useful education, Ms. Brown told the delegates of the worldwide in­ terest of educators and others in the programs at Piney Point. This interest has resulted in numerous articles about the School in magazines and since Jan. 1 cf this year alone, over 5,000 people have visited Piney Point. In closing, Ms. Browii said that the School's next step in providing total education would be to set up an asso- Edward F. Fitzgerald, president of the Radio Officers and United Tele­ graph Unions, told Convention dele­ gates on Sept. 4 in Washington, D.C. that "perhaps when negotiations on the Russian grain deal begin, we should bring in some of the labor leaders." Earlier in this address to the SIUNA delegates he pointed out that "We are coming together in the maritime unions," emphasizing that "What the mariner has done, he's done through his unions." Fitzgerald initially paid a glowing tribute to the SIU when he said: "I first saw the 'heart of the Seafarers' in WoHd War II when I was on an SIU ship carrying vital supplies." He noted the high casualty rates for merchant sea­ men during the War. Continuing to reminisce, he went on to say that the generous hearts of the Seafarers came to the fore as they took up a tarpaulin collection for his ill, future Spouse. Preceding the Radio Officers Union Edward Fhzgerald head on the speakers rostrum were Jesse M. Calhoon, president of the National Marine Engineers Beneficial Association; Federal Maritime Com­ mission Chairman Helen D. Bentley; ILA legislative representative Anthony Scotto; SIU house counsel Carolyn Gentile and Marietta Homayonpour, editor of the Seafarers LOG. SIU Special Counsel Discusses New Pension Low On the final day of the Convention, Carolyn Gentile, Special SIU Counsel who represents the Union and its vari­ ous funds, centered her remarks to the delegates on the Pension Reform Act of 1974, known as the Employee Retire­ ment Income Security Act. Ms. Gentile told the delegates that there are some good aspects of the new law and also some bad ones. She said that while there is an increased measure of protection for employees, the trustees of the various plans are not necessarily so protected. She also told those in attendance that there are a number of misconceptions about the new law, one of which is that all pension benefits and all pension plans are guaranteed. The special counsel pointed out some of the other areas in the legisla­ tion about which there are different opinions and many misunderstandings. "First, the insurance that you hear about is not complete," she stated. "There are limitations to it." "Also, people are in love with the word S^estlng,' and when they hear that NuH Says IBPAW Wants Affiliation With SIUNA Lester NnH Lester Null, president of the Inter­ national Brotherhood of Pottery and Allied Workers told SIUNA delegates during the second day of the Conven­ tion that 17,000 members of the Pottery Workers were eagerly looking forward to their proposed affiliation with the SIUNA. At a special convention last July, the Pottery Workers "voted 99'/4 percent in favor of affiliation" according to Null. The Pottery Workers, organized in 1889, has "been eaten away by foreign imports," which have closed over three quarters of their plants, according to President Null. As an affiliate of the Maritime Trades Department, Null pointed out that the Pottery Workers "look to the MTD for help" in combating the low priced foreign imports. SIU President Paul Hall, as keynote speaker at the Pottery Workers' special convention last July, had noted that both members of the SIU and the Pot­ ters have been severely affected by job losses resulting from the nation's for­ eign trade policies.. Great Leadership . In closing his speech to the SIUNA Convention, Null said that his union was "looking forward to the great lead­ ership of Paul Hall." Details of the affiliation are still to be resolved by the executive boards of both unions. their pensions are 100 percent vested, they automatically assume they will get the full pension benefit at the time of retirement. This is also not true. "The one hundred percent vesting applies to what is called an accrued benefit—in some cases it may in fact be the full benefit, but in other cases it is not." Ms. Gentile also warned the dele­ gates that some management trustees will use the new law to make changes in various plans which she said would not necessarily be required by law. She cautioned the delegates that be­ fore they agree to these changes, they should consult counsel to make sure that all the changes are needed to com­ ply with the new legislation. Ms. Gen­ tile also stated that trustees should re­ view procedures and controls in the various funds to assure that there is compliance with the new requirements. Prohibitive Transactions One very important part of the new law that Ms. Gentile described in detail, is the prohibited transaction sections. These sections deal with trans­ actions between a plan and a party in interest. There are different types of prohibi­ tive transactions, and Ms. Gentile ran down a list of them for the delegates. Avoid Over-reaction While she advised all the represen­ tatives from International affiliates to keep extensive records to justify any transactions which may come under question, Ms. Gentile also told them that "although the law is extremely technical... we should all avoid over- Carolyn Gentile reacting to it. The best thing is to take it slowly, consider it in conjunction with your advisers, and to make what­ ever changes are required by the law." In conclusion, Ms. Gentile informed the delegates that President Hall had designated her as a representative for the International on the National Coordinating Committee for Multi­ employer Plans which was formed originally by the Building Trades De­ partment of the AFL-CIO to present the position of multi-employer plans to those agencies in the Govern­ ment which would be charged with the responsibility of issuing regulations under the pension bill. She then told all the affiliates' repre­ sentatives that "as soon as we are made aware of the problems that you are en­ countering, we will do our best to either give you an answer to that problem, if the information is available, or pass the question on to the National Coordina­ tion Committee for their appropriate action." DEPOSIT IN THE SIU BLOOD BANK IT'S YOUR LIFE i Page 15 . �r /«. « «M "t*'i • '1 If -A ,-s's'"i , i>itA»!jB5'fS.'fl "* ^ ' ^1 •'it • |Jvi| * i '§|y'. :•;- • '^i • •• •''•"»:M.^,:j1tj.,':-..-. .-'1. •... mmmim -: ATIO ; •:«> '.rrl ,i: •>- 3 ii:-. • jL ' ' •i'' V-r • v.> _..'rv'';r'S;'-i'):'• America can compete! t HI; A 4> USE UlS. FLAG SHIPS '•m !••^|t m -:m :-V:.'••^•' L,:..- i lip .. ,'>.,i„=<.<.)iv..".. rV AMERICA'S SHIPS- msmcA's urcuKC. _ : - ft||0 H.i i l(; 'p:, "' • m ' •'•: ^5i4.v v' 'v-:',' IH;,:' :'m AFL-CIO President George Meany calls for a b^slc U.S. Secretary of Labor John Dunlop praises the sue- SlUNA President Paul Hall blasts the State Deoartreassessment of our foreign policy during his key- cess of the Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry ment and Its Secretary as the "most consistent de­ note address to the f 7th SlUNA Convention. Problems. • tractor and opponent" of the U.S. merchant marine. , •^ -K Meany, Hall, Dunlop, Cleason Addresses Highlighf SlUNA 17th Biennial Convention I? M-: V"' in •.. •tvv' :. ||? t "" fi; I. M i ' • m%r 'ftS' •: I 'V ' ii I Sailors Union of the Pacific Secretary-Treas­ urer Morris Weisberger thanks the delegates after his reelection to the post of Executive Vice President of the SlUNA. ill 1^^: i"ppi • Steve Edney, president of the United Cannery and Industrial Workers of the Pacific, reads Reelected^ theSlUNA'sSecretary-Treasurer, the Fishermen's and Fish Cannery Workers Joseph Di Giorgio, Secretary-Treasurer of the Organizational and Grievance Committee reSIU-AGLIWD addresses the delegates. port. •- • ./••"-•••"- '• I Reading the Alaska Fishermen's Union report is Kenneth Olsen, secretary-treasurer of that SlUNA affiliate. Staff Officers Association of America Secretary-Treasurer Burt Lanpher reads the Credentials Committee report. Marine Cooks and Stewards Union President Ed Turner delivers his union's report to the Convention. . ^t.o , / \ The Fishermen's Union of America, Pacific and Caribbean report is given by that union's secretary-treasurer, V. Jim Bozzo. "• f Aip ", i Officers Elected, Affiliates Report, Resolutions Passed, Sept. 2-4 in Washingf Y'^ 'A . S'-yyA:- • "•'mJ- 1' . r! » V " -eji-i .V ^ S" - I-' '. mirnm .1 |i •'• I; If® 'L '-f'lji' .. iii.C :y' - • International Longshoremen's Assoelatlon, SIU of Canada President Roman QralewtOz 8IU of Puatrb Rico Presldeht Keith Terpe lis­ assures the delegates that his union Is "com- delivers the Great Lakes Organizational and tens to one of the Convention's speakers. mitted to the American merchant marine." Grievance Committee report. Gordon Ellis, a Sailors Union of the Pacific delegate to the Convention, reads his union's report. Marietta Homayonpour, editor of the SeafarReading the Inland Boatmen's Organizational er's Log, expresses tier gratitude "to the and Grievance Committee report Is IBU of the, officers and members of the SIU for helping Pacific President Merle Adium. to make the LOG a success." Secretary-Treasurer of the Military Sea Trans­ port Union, Roy Mercer, gives the Civil Rights Committee report. ^ Pagan NltU : :• ;.,v �-A- Highlights of Committee Reports The following are brief excerpts from some of the Committee reports presented to the SIUNA delegates. All were overwhelmingly accepted. GREAT LAKES GRIEVANCE AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE **The Great Lakes Grievance and Organizational Committee is happy to be able to report that the prospects for our segment of the maritime industry are better than the^/ have been in many years. In recent years, ice have seen a number of long-sought goals achieved, including the return of U.S. ocean carriers to the Lakes. *'We strongly support one of the major contributions to the renetved vitality of the Great Lakes: the on-going experiments designed to lengthen the navigation season. This program has been so successful that during the 1974-75 shipping season, the four lakes experienced a full twelve month navigation season.'* / COMMITTEE ON OFFICERS AND AFFILIATES REPORTS "In first reviewing the President's Report, the Committee felt that this report fully documented the broad scope of our President's activities and concerns over the past two years. The report notes that the SWISA's President provided leadership in not only our International's activities, but in the American labor movement and many areas of the national interest. In his activities, it was clear that our President had, as his first consideration, the welfare of our membership and their families. "The Reports of the affiliates also indicate that they have been ex­ tremely active in a wide variety of endeavors designed to increase the economic security of their members and contribute to the collective benefit of our International. These Reports highlight the day-to-day activities of our affiliates and their officers and the aggressiveness and hard work that characterise all of their endeavors. "In conclusion, these Reports are an indication that the SWNA is composed of strong individual parts which together form a vigorous and united labor union that can protect and enhance its members' se­ curity and welfare." CIVIL RIGHTS COMMITTEE "Despite the fact that significant progress has been made in providing increased opportunities for minorities in employment, education and housing, the economic difficulties encountered by the nation in the years since our last convention threatens tkij progress. We therefore recognize the need to reaffirm our previous accepted recommendation that the policies of the International in support of economic and social justice for all our people, be maintained." The Great Lakes Organizational and Grievance Committee reported that "the prospects for our segment of the maritime industry are better than they have been in many years." This committee was chaired by Roman Gralewicz, the president of the SlU of Canada, and SlU Vice President Fred Farnen, served as secretary. \ 7 j'* t INDUSTRIAL AND TRANSPORTATION WORKMS ORGANIZATIONAL AND GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE -t: .V . r **The Industrial and Transportation Workers Committee has reviewed the activities of our affiliates since the last convention. Almost without exception, these affiliates have noted the economic, difficulties that have faced our thembership over the past year and which continue to threaten the welfare of our workers and the gains we have made in recent years. **Combating the effect of the nation's economic problems on our members has thus been one of our chief, areas of concern. Working through the InfernnfioRsi fi?ia through the AFL-CtO, we have sought programs to assist the industries in which our members are employed and we have strived to insufe that the maximum benefits were extended to ail of those out of work." The Civil Rights Committee, chaired by Ed Turner of the Marine Cobks and Stewards Union and recorded by Roy Mercer of the Military Sea Transport Union, recommended that the SIUNA "continue efforts to eliminate discrimina­ tion and segregation from all aspects of Ame'rican life." INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE .•- Gordon Spenc^.'a delegate for the IBU, was the chairman of the Industrial and Transpoi^ion Workers Organizational andv Grievance Committee and Everett Clark;,president of the Democratic Union Organizing Committee, Local 777, was t^i0 ,j^cretary. This committee was especially interested in the energy crisie dMits impact on SIUNA transportation affiliates. Page 18 "The SWNA has a long tradition of active participation in interna-, tional affairs that affect the livelihoods of its membership. We realize that many decisions that affect our livelihoods take place outside our country and that only by participating actively in such meetings can we be assured our interests will be protected. In the two years since the last Convention of the SWNA, we have continued this active role in inter­ national afftiirs in the interest of both U.S. and Canadian members. Through a wide variety of international organizations, the SWNA has been able to project its policies and seek solutions to its problems in forums of influence throughout the nation and the world. "These international bodies cover all of the areas of concern to our Union, including cargo for U.S. ships, health care, working conditions, and safety." Seafarers Log irvi. f'l iirnlHi-i'irfM �--^ • <fii. - • riji'- iidy"-" " .-.VT-,'^.''. 1f\-- Delivered at SIUNACohvenfion Chaired by SlU Vice Preside/it Frank Drozak and recorded by Staff Officers Association of Annerica Secretary-Treasurer Burt Lanpher, the Seamen's Or­ ganizational and Grievance Committee reported "despite the difficult and serious challenges that we have had to encounter in the past several years, our industry continues to battle to revitalize the U.S. fleet." SEAMENS ORGANIZATIONAL AND GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE "/n reviewing the developments involvinn the Seainens Organizational and Grievance Committee, the Committee can report that despite the difficult and serious challenges that tve have had to encounter in the past several years, our industry continues to battle to revitalize the U.S. fleet and to assure it a base of cargo on tvhich to build. *ISottvithstanding economic and operating difficulties tvhich the maritime industry has recently faced, tve conclude that some of our affiliates have generally fared tvell, ivhile others are experiencing difficulties in varying degrees. Encourag­ ingly, tee point to-many positive achievements over the course of the past ttvo years tvhich are an indication that our industry can yet attain its goal of carrying a major share of U.S. cargoes on all U.S. trade routes^." COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES "/n addition to concerning itself tvith legislation affecting its member­ ships, the International is involved in broad issues of importance to the entire trade union movement. In this regard, the SlUtSA supports the policies and objectives of the AFL-CKI. "T/ie Committee has reviewed the Union\s legislative activities as well as its participation in matters before various government agencies since our last Convention. The Committee notes that in this time. Union representatives have appeared frequently before these legislative and executive branch bodies to express the views of the International and its affiliates on a variety of issues."" IBU of the Pacific President Merle Adium chairs and SlU Vice President Paul Drozak records the Inland Boatmen's Committee meeting. The delegates on this committee dealt with the many current legislative actions affecting the towing industry. INLAND BOATMENS ORGANIZATIONAL AND GRIEVANCE COAAMITTEE "In the two years since our last convention, the SlUISA has become increasingly involved in issues affecting the future and well-being of our inland waterways, harbors and coasttvise tug operations. "Cogm'saiil of the tremendous importance of ivalerway and tug operations within our national transportation system, the SIUl\A has endeavored to do all it can to insure that the tug and barge industry continues to be a healthy and fast grotving mode of transportation. FISHERMAN AND CANNERY WORKERS ORGANIZATIONAL AND GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE 'Tfce livelihoods of U.S. fishermen and fish cannery workers con­ tinues to be threatened by the actions of foreign nations. On the one hand, U.S. coastal fishermen face huge foreign fleets that operate off U.S. shores and plunder U.S. fish stocks, while U.S. distant water tuna fishermen are harassed, seized and fined. At the same time, U.S. fish canners face a growing threat from runatvay canners and the possibility that tariff barriers keeping out foreign canned fish may be done away with. *^As a result of these and other fishing matters, the SlUNA has taken an active role in assisting its fish and cannery worker affiliates. The InternationaVs aid has been instrumental in many cases in achieving a favoraffle conclusion to a number of our concerns."'^ Delegafes from UlVi and SlU of Puerto Rico Delegates to'the Convention make notes and listen attentively to proceedings.^On left are two delegates from the United Industrial Workers, AGLIWD. At right are delegates from the SlU of Puerto Rico. Page 19 -'VT: •' .'yi �Hall, Weisberger, DiGlgrgio, AHiliafe VPs flecfed On the final day of the Convention, the officers of the SIUNA were un­ animously elected to their respective posts for three-year terms. Elected unanimously to the post of SIUNA President was Paul Hall, who expressed his gratitude and told the delegates, "We can win the struggles we are in, and improve the organiza­ tions to which each of us are members." Morris Weisberger, secretary-trea­ surer of the SIUNA-affiliated Sailors Union of the Pacific, was unanimously elected to the position of International executive vice president. Joseph DiGiorgio, secretary-treasu­ rer of the SIU, AGLIWD, was unani­ mously elected to serve as secretarytreasurer of the International. I ; r i \ J SIUNA Vice Presidents Twenty-one representatives of the affiliates of the SIUNA were unani­ mously elected aS vice presidents. They are: Kenneth Olsen, secretary-treasurer, Alaska Fishermen's Union; Gilbert Gauthier, president, Canadian Marine Officers Union; Everett Clark, presi- surer, Military Sea Transport Union; John Burt, secretary-treasurer. New Bedford Fishermen's Union; Jack Dwyer, assistant secretary-treasurer. Sailors Union of the Pacific; Frank Drozak, vice president, SIU-AGLIW District; Fred J. Farnen, vice president, SIU-AGLIW District; Earl Shepard, representative, SlU-Inland Boatmen's Union, and Lindsey J. Williams, representative, SlU-United Industrial Workers. SIUNA General Counsel Howard Schulman (back to camera) swears in the newly elected officials to the SlUNA's executive board. Among those elected/ vyere Paul Hall, president; Mofrls Weisberger, executive vice president, and Joe DIGIorglo, executive secretary-treasurer. dent. Democratic Union Organizing trial Workers; Ed Turner, president, Committee; Merle Adlum, president, Marine Cooks and Stewards Union, and Inlandboatmen's Union of the Pacific; Henry Disley, president, Marine Fire­ Carroll G. Clark, president. Interna­ men's Union. Also, Roy A. Mercer, secretary-trea­ tional Union of Petroleum and Indus­ Also, Keith Terpe, president. Sea­ farers International Union of Puerto Rico, Caribe and Latin America; Roman Gralewicz, president. Seafarers International Union of Canada; Burt E. Lanpher, secretary-treasurer. Staff Officers Association of America; John Aguilar, president. Sugar Workers Union No. 1 of Crockett, Calif.; Michael Spadacini, president. Trans­ portation and Allied Workers of Cali­ fornia; Steve Edney, president. United Cannery and Industrial Workers of the Pacific, and Jack Tarentino, president. Fishermen's Union of America, Pacific and Caribbean. Issues on Marifime, Affiliates, Labor Movement 9 Convention Delegates OK 38 Resolutions Delegates at the recently concluded SIUNA 17th Biennial Convention held in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 2-4 unanimously passed 38 resolutions concerning maritime, matters affecting affiliates, and subjects vital to the entire labor movement. The resolutions were presented to the delegates by the chairman of the Resolutions Committee Joe Goren of the Marine, Cooks and Stewards Union. The Committee's recommenda­ tions were accepted unanimously. Resolutions passed on maritime issues included: • The development of a national cargo policy that will assure the U.S. fleet a substantial share of American cargoes in all the trade routes of the world. This could be achieved through cargo preference requirements, bilateral shipping arrangements and other cargo sharing procedures. I-:- ; • iic'- -- rft< M V "• • Complete support -of the AFLCIO Executive Council position on de­ tente with the Soviet Union, adopted bn July 31, 1975, which stated that "any large-scale grain purchase deals with Soviet Bloc nations should be stopped until adequate safeguards for the Free World, the American people and the U.S. Merchant Marine are firmly established on the basis of com­ plete reciprocity, in the spirit of true detente, not the Administration's cala­ mitous one-way detente with the Com­ munist superpowers." • Immediate passage of legislation in Congress to place the Virgin Islands under the provisions of the Jones Act and repeal of the 1950 law whTch allows administrative waivers of this Act. • Strong opposition to enactment of any type of tax, toll or user charge on commerce or fuel for inland water transportation; support for the immedi­ ate resumption of construction of Locks and Dam No. 26 at Alton, 111., in order that efficient waterway operations may be maintained; urging the Congress to end all appropriations for new hopper dredges for the U.S. Corps of Engineers and that instead, private hopper dredges be chartered by the Corps to complete its projects; and that the Interstate Commerce Commission should main­ tain its control over the flexibility of regulated railroads to raise and lower rates on water competitive routes, so that the rails do not use sharpshooting rate practices to drive out w^ter com­ petition, to the detriment of U.S. con­ sumers. • Strong support for the consolida­ tion of maritime responsibilities in a unified maritime agency. • Strong opposition to the Coast Guard rules approving a new rating of apprentice mate. • Congress should promptly pass H.R. 200, a bill to set up a 200 mile fishing conservation zone around the United States which would protect U.S. coastal fisheries, but which would leave the U.S.-distant fishermen free to fish off other nations' coasts for tuna and other migratory species, and that a pro­ gram should be set up to provide assist­ ance to U.S. fishing operators to enable them to modernize and upgrade their fleets and to obtain insurance and other protection on a commercially viable basis. • Strongly urge Congress to con­ tinue its opposition to all future HEW plans to close or transfer the USPHS Hospitals and to continue to provide additional funds to modernize the hos­ pitals and expand their missions. • Two separate resolutions pledg­ ing the continued full support of the National Maritime Council, and also the AFL-CIO Ad Hoc Committee on Maritime Industry Problems in their re­ spective endeavors. • Support and endorsement of the efforts of the SIUNA-affiliated Staff Officers Association of America to re­ quire that every American vessel have on board a crewmember trained to pro­ vide medical services of a Marine Physi­ cian Assistant. • Urge the development of a new maritime program toward which the SIUNA will work in close conjunction with all segments of the maritime in­ dustry. Page20 WA: Joseph Goren • Demand that the Secretary, of Commerce end the injustice of the dis­ crimination against American fisher­ men, and_enforce existing fishing laws equally for foreign nationals as well as American fishermen. • A call for bilateral action on the part of both the United States and Canada to protect the Great Lakes waters from being exploited by runa­ way foreign-flagships. A call for legisla­ tion to be enacted restricting trade on the Great Lakes to the U.S. and Canada. • Endorsement of an act which would amend current Congressional legislation prohibiting gambling devices in interstate and foreign commerce. Other Resolutions Other resolutions passed by the Con­ vention delegates were: • A tribute to the late Peter McGavin, former executive secretarytreasurer of the Maritime Trades De­ partment, who passed away on July 6, 1975. • Congress should enact divorcement-of-operations legislation to break the monopolistic hold of the multina­ tional oil companies over America's energy industry. • In two separate resolutions, a call upon the Congress to increase the mini­ mum wage in stages over the next two years to reach $3 an hour in early 1977; and to repeal section 14(b) of the Taft- • Strongly urge the Congress to de­ velop and enact a coordinated national energy poljcy that fully protects the best interests of the American people. • Full support and cooperation to the organizing efforts of the AFL-CIO Department of Public Employes. • Support enactment of a compre­ hensive reorganization of the unem­ ployment compensation system to be set up under a single Federal program. • Urge the Congress to pass, during this session, a national system of post­ card voter registration. • Call upon the Congress to adopt a Constitutional Amendment to give the District of Columbia full voting rep-* resentation in Congress. • The SIUNA makes every possible additional effort to have the goods manufactured by its unions identified by their union label through negotiated Continued on Page 21 Seafarers Log "-V f:-' . NAL U Hartley Act which has lead to the adop­ tion of Right to Work laws in 19 states. • A pledge to work to bring all di­ verse small groups and organizations in different neighborhoods together, and to organize community, city and state conferences with elected delegates from, the neighborhood groups as well as , delegates elected from unions and other organizations to tackle many day-to­ day problems. • To work for the rapid adoption and implementation of H.R. 50 and S. 50, the Full Employment and Equal Opportunity Act. Also, to urge Con­ gress to act more quickly in authorizing government expenditure, sufficient to turn our economy around and increase the oVbrtime premium under the Fair Labor Standards Act and related legis­ lation from time-and-one-half to double time. • Urge the U.S. Government to seek to negotiate an end to foreign prefer­ ences and financial advantages that assist foreign-based service industries in competing against U.S. service com­ panies. • Strong support for a policy of fullemployment for the United States. :i'' �Meqny Attacks Detente, USSR Grain Deal Continued irom Page 3 rj, , ... To combat this situation, Meany called for the establishment of a government Wheat Board, similar to the Operating in Canada, to oversee foreign grain sales. Under the Canadian system, their private grain operators are allowed to make trans- actions with countries of the Free World as agents of the Canadian Wheat Board. However, in dealing with Com­ munist countries with state controlled economies, all negotiations are on a government to government basis. The AFL-CIO president strongly affirmed that the Soviet Government must not be allowed fo "deal with our profit-hungry, greedy private interests over the heads of our American gov­ ernment to the detriment of the Ameri­ can consumer." With a note of sarcasm, Meany pointed out that Earl Butz, secretary of agriculture, and Clarence Palmby, former assistant secretary of agriculture during the 1972 grain deal and now vfce-president of the multi-million dol­ lar Continental Grain Co., "won't buy the idea of a government controlled wheat board." According to the AFL-CIO presi­ dent, both Butz and Palnpby have said ttat the grain companies are better equipped to deal whh the Soviet Union than the government of the United Henry Disley, president of the SlUNA-afflliated Marine Firemen's Union and States, and that the grain companies, head of his union's delegation, participates in Convention proceedings. '^get along wonderfully" with the U.S. government. Meany forcefully stated: *<You're damn right .they get along wonderfully. That's a nice cozy set-up, And maybe the fact that they get along so wonderfully... tells us something Continued from Page 2 On the financial front, the District has about the whole big deal." in^ pension, welfare and vacation bene­ fared extermely well. Since the last con­ He continued that "all these she­ fits. vention, we have scored appreciable nanigans and maneuverings, all this In line with the AGLIWD's contin­ gains in our financial position, ahd we uing efforts to provide better multiple are striving to maintain and strengthen double talk from government indicates services to the membership, we have it. In addition, our pension, welfare and that the American consumers are get­ instituted a program of expanding the vacation plans continue to increase in ting the short end of the stick as the Union Halls in our ports. Under this size and financial soundness; thus in­ result of what could be jokingly referred program, we have constructed a new suring the greatest possible benefits Md to as 'a foreign policy'." facility in Jacksonville, Florida, and security to our members. % , Meany ^ , asserted .. . that "the Soviet Our training and upgrading programs wheat deal with its potential economic established a new hall in Wilmington, California. Union facilities in Tampa, at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney ^i^sery for the American people is a Puerto Rico and San Francisco are also Point have multiplied in number and clear indicator of the need for a drastic being enlarged and improved. Since this degree of sophistication during the past turn-around in American foreign policy project was initiated, it has proven to two years. They now include courses for in the direction of reasonableness and be of great benefit to the members, not advanced pumping procedures, auto­ fair play for all the people of the world, only because these facilities provide mation and LNG training. These pro­ including our own people." He also more pleasant surroundings for the grams are enabling our members to affirmed that "the time has come for a members' activities, but b^^se they keep abreastof the many new techno­ real reassessment of what our foreign permit a more efficient service delivery logical developments inNthe maritime policy means and what effect it has on the day-to-day aspects of American system to the membership. industry. life." In the all important area of educa­ The members of the District have In wrapping up his address to the tion, theSeafarers' Scholarship Program also continued their participation in SIUNA Convention, the AFL-CIO which has awarded over 100 scholarship political action and legislative efforts grants to members and their dependents, through SPAD which enables them to has been expanded. It now annually have an effective voice on all matters awards two $5,000. scholarships to affecting their economic and personal members wishing to attend two-year life. These efforts have included giving Continued from Page 20 junior colleges or advanced technical our all out support to the fight for an training programs, as well as five oil cargo preference law, maintaining contracts or union license agreements. $10,000 scholarships for members and a vigilant watch for attacks against the Two separate resolutions expresstheir dependents wishing to enroll in Jones Act, continuing the battle to keep ing the thanks and appreciation of the four-year college programs. -USPHS hospitals open, and opposing International to AFL-CIO President In addition, our nationwide network third-flag moves aimed at undercutting George Meany for his support, encour­ of SIU clinics and blood banks continue the U.S. liner trade. agement and leadership, and to the to serve hundreds of members and their In addition, the District has main­ headquarters staff and departments of families annually • with free-of-charge tained its status as a participant in port the AFL-CIO for the assistance they examinations, tests, and other health councils throughout the United States, have given. care services. • Resolutions dealing with the prob­ as well as in state and local central bodies in order to insure that the views lem of runaway industries in the Com­ of maritime are heard and the interests monwealth of Puerto Rico and the con­ of the maritime industry are protected. tinental U.S. and a call upon the Because of economic indicators, we governor and legislature of Puerto Rico view the conditions that are likely to to take steps to stop this practice; strong The SIU has received a notice that occur in the next few months as requir­ opposition to a proposal to eliminate the Alahama Legislature has reinstated ing our constant efforts, as in the past, certain aspects of Federal jurisdiction over certain labor matters in Puerto the employee deduction for the state to preserve the progress we have made Rico. and to forge ahead. However, we are unemidoyment compensation tax. • Support any effort to pass a City Under tfiis provision aD Seafarers most optimistic that in the fairly fore­ Ordinance that will eliminate the pos­ seeable future there wUl be an upturn working ships under contract to Water­ sibility of any corporation or business man, which is located in Mobile, Ala., which will afford greater employment —^under an existing contract with any wHl have 0.5 percent deducted from opportunities for our membership with labor organization—deviating from the resultant economic return to them, and, the first $4,200 of their taxable earnings. agreement as long as such agreement is simultaneously, improvement of the Hiis tax wfll be deducted from wsges still in force and effect. District's standing and its overall paid on or after Oct. i, 1975. • A resolution calling for support strength as a Trade Union institution. Participating in Conrention 'Great Strides' Made president rebutted a recent statement by North Dakota Senator George McGovem, a constant critic of labor's stand on the grain question, who said: "The function of a labor union is to protect the conditions of work of its members, period. Not to interfere with foreign policy." Meany staunchly stated that "what we've got to understand is that the forei^ policy of this country affects the daily lives of all the American people. I say the people of this country have a right to have their say about foreign affairs." AFL-CIO President Meany con­ cluded: "I can tell you, speaking for the AFL-CIO, I'm sure, speaking for the Seafarers International Union, that come what may we're going to continue to have our say, loudly and clearly, on American foreign policy." 1975 Conyentigii y;;; "rte AFL-C^ MaHtime T^eS ^partmeqt, which Is comprised of 44 unions repreSentiiig nearly ei^hit million American workers, will conK duct its 1975 Biennial Convention; Sept. 29-30 at the Hyatt Hotel On Union Square in ^n Francisco, Calif. MTD President Panl Hall wUl chair the two-^ay Convention. One of the major themes of the' Convention w31 be *'The Amerimm; Woriter and Unemploynient.'V The, Convention will discuss ffie ecwnoinic ~ and political factors which have led to the. natipn's bluest unenqdoy-' ment rate since the Dejpression, and it will pn^O steps that mnst bO taken to overcome the unemploy­ ment proUem. The Convention wffi also fmxis on the nroldemsof the l^ '' ^ indushry and is expected to adopt series of res^idions calling for le iidiye ind 01^^ actions to fosleri hesdthy mmdhant marine. Guest speakers at the MTD Coa-| dent Geoige Meany and AFl^^ OK 3 8 Resolutions Alabama Sets Wage Tax of the plan to select an all American, Trans-Alaska route for transporting natural gas down the North Slope to the lower 48 states. The Committee also recommended that the resolution be sent to the Executive Board of the MTD and AFL-CIO for study and action. William Hamilton and Frank Hall John E. Anderson requests that you contact him as soon as possible at 1-38 Mimaru Cho, Yokosuka, Japan 238. Paul J. Wilkinson George F. Wilkinson requests that you contact him as soon as possible at 849 Beacon St., Boston, Mass. 02215. Thomas H. Malone, Jr. Missy Fergu^n asks that you con­ tact her as soon as possible at 4830 84th St. NE, MarysviUe, Wash. 98270, or call her at 659-8815. Page 21 September, 1975 1 �USPHS Appr^iates Xind Comments' Wc very much appreciate Seafarer Harold Rapps kmd Icommentis about our Baltichore hosjpital in the July 1975 issuchf ^ the Seafarers Log. <5^1 It is rewarding to hear that our patients are pleased at the care and services provided at our hospital and to know that they feel we are doing the job we set out to do. We would like the Union and its members to know that we ^jare grateful for the continuing si^pobt given to Ae Public ^ health Service hospitals. E^anl L ttiiuuiii, MJ>., M Di^orUSPIfil iV .".riT; ; v /:-• .;f/!i,..;--'.';;t,'\4 WK^' 'm , Our State Department has always viewed the U.S. merchant marine as the most expendable pawn in its game plan for international dealings. -Traditionally the most consistent de­ tractor and opponent of the U.S.-flag merchant fleet, under the present Secre= tary of State the Department has inten­ sified its efforts to offer up our merchant marine as a lure intended to draw for­ eign governments into State-conceived "friendships". One of the loudest voices calling for a veto of the Energy Transportation Act of 1974 belonged to the State Depart­ ment which threatened that the bill would invite reprisals by foreign nations. Not once did State mention that over 20 nations already have cargo preference laws protecting their national fleets, all implemented without any objection from the State Department. Now the State Department is again acting as a self-styled protector of for­ ( eign-flag fleets, calling for the rejection of a Non-National Carrier Bill which would only require that third-flag carriers in our foreign commerce charging freight rates below those set by the various, shippers' conferences prove that these low rates are compensatory, or in other words, that a profit is being made. This legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate by Hawaii's Senator Daniel Inouye and in the House by Reps. Leonor Sullivan, Paul McCloskey and Thomas Downing after the state-owned fleets of the Soviet Union and Poland began a conscious campaign to drive out all competition by systematically undercut­ Page 22 ting the rates of Japanese carriers. By undercutting rates by as much as 33 percent, Soviet bloc carriers are making deep inroads in the U.S. liner trade and seriously threatening the very existence of the U.S. merchant fleet. These rate cuts are made possible, not by a more efficient Soviet fleet, but by the Russian's willingness to temporarily forego profit in return for political advan­ tage and eventual monopolistic control of ocean freight movement. Of course the State Department has urged the rejection of this bill in hearings before the Senate. Not satisfied with the impact of its public testimony. State has now appar­ ently begun leaking stories to the press that the bill was conceived by the mari­ time unions and introduced as a result of political contributions. Whether these stories are simply lies' consciously fabricated by State to help kill the Non-National Carrier Bill, or are the result of its inability to understand why anyone, no less the U.S. Congress, would want to protect our merchant marine, we want to warn the State De­ partment that the SIU's attempts to protect the y.S. fleet cannot be stopped by underhanded methods or whispering campaigns. As President Paul Hall told the dele­ gates at the 17th SIUNA Convention, "We might well warn State and its Secre­ tary that he had better stop trying to package the U.S. merchant marine for delivery to his partners in detente. We are not going to lie down and play will­ ing hostage." Shipmal'es 1 would like to express my thanks to Bosun S, Monardq airuj the ship's cfew of the SS Carter SroAr/on for all they did for me wjien I needed them. I am doing well. EnderaaDyi Jessie Ray B '"r- r ' •MM '.•Mm -Mm Iwish to t^f this bf^rtuipiity i^'try;fd^^ M gratitude Weffare JWaifii. I kiiqw ^pve aS else that i di^d duulung and i^family if I didiibt hayd the Plan to fall fead^ om'^ ^ FnMentidly, Dfaiwkidie, Pcinioaer Carfyte,,lBS.® ... •• OmcfaLPublicstlon orttw: S«afarerv1ntam«tti<>ns! Unton of Nortb Ambrtca, AflanUc. Qulf, tafias and Inland Waters CMfetrHd. Executiva Soard N Paul Halt Cal Tannerf ;;Ear| Sh^ard,V/ce-Pras/d^^ Joa DiQloffllo, Saerai8>yrTrsas(/rer , tindsey Williams, V/ca-Pres/dertf •Frank Cribrak, VieS-Presidfint / Paul Drozak; U.icB-Presl06nt i^biished rnonthly axcept^^^^ V morrth Irt July by Seafarers Irrternatldrial Union, Atfantte/ Guif, tisKs? sn«t InlaTSd Waters EH»tfl«st. APt-ClO, 67^ Fourth AWinui, Brooklyn, SiV. H?32. Tel. ,.^-:66p0.;:S«^'ond; plaiis ^sta«« ^Id-'at;,Bri)pklyn i'SsMh Seafarers Log �AUG. 1-31,1975 DISPATCHERS REPORT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes •• Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago ,'... Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea A Great Lakes Port Boston New York ...^ Philadelphia Baltimore .". Norfolk .... Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico •.. Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes——— Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea A Great Lakes Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama ;.. Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes ^^——tAlpena ,.. .vv; r.:... .;> i ; Buffalo Cleveland Detroit .... i.....;..». V... Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea A Great Lakes TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 8 67 17 23 17 7 29 54 23 26 14 33 7 82 0 3 410 4 6 1 3 3 3 3 6 2 3 2 2 1 3 0 0 42 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 5 51 4 19 9 1 4 43 26 4 5 23 5 61 0 4 264 4 8 4 .5 4 0 1 0 4 1 1 9 3 7 6 1 58 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 194 32 67 27 18 63 132 61 99 43 66 14 179 0 10 1,021 5 20 4 4 11 4 6 15 6 6 5 8 1 7 0 1 103 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 16 3 5 21 5 6 5 62 472 3 1 1 2 1 0 1 9 51 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 26 6 9 34 8 15 4 102 366 19 5 9 9 5 7 1 55 113 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 2 7 4 11 16 10 2 9 59 1,080 0 1 2 1 4 0 2 10 113 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 2 6 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 61 10 22 10 6 22 64 16 30 15 23 10 61 0 1 352 6 5 4 14 3 7 1 40 392 1 26 3 4 0 3 4 13 6 11 6 5 2 14 0 0 98 3 1 1 . 0 0 1 0 6 104 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 _ 0 0 0 1 1 46 3 13 10 1 1 27 19 16 4 20 2 52 1 - 2 219 0 20 2 2 2 0 1 6 1 1 2 6 0 12 5 3 63 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 136 24 56 30 12 49 131 31 , 94 27 47 21 118 0 2 783 8 64 6 18 7 5 8 32 18 40 8 15 3 28 0 1 261 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 3 19 6 6 19 3 6 2 61 280 23 3 3 2 0 3 1 35 .98 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 4 6 17 4 3 2 36 819 1 0 1 1 1 0 2 6 267 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 4 9 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 26 9 9 6 2 13 29 12 15 6 14 3 30 0 0 174 1 7 1 2 0 0 0 2 1 2 0 1 0 2 3 1 23 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 2 1 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 I 0 1 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 186 1 33 3 3 4 2 2 27 21 6 3 23 2 26 0 2 158 1 9 2 1 4 1 0 0 3 2 0 8 4 8 11 0 54 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 72 16 24 18 4 37 ' 66 25 60 11 26 12 81 0 0 455 2 15 1 4 2 0 1 3 2 8 4 1 1 2 0 1 46 0 .0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 3 1 5 4 6 1 26 184 10 0 0 0 3 2 ' 0 15 69 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 1 3 4 2 1 16 471 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 46 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa •. • • Mobile ...... New Orleans . Jacksonville -.. San Francisco Wilmington . Seattle Puerto Rico Houston .. Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea ...... Great Lakes Alpena Buffalo .. Cleveland Detroit ...... ^ Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes .. Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes . .. Totals All Depts. Deep Sea ....... Totals All Depts. Great Lakes Totals All Depts. Deep Sea A Great Lakes A Iidand Waders Wo PRESIDENT Paul Hall SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Frank Drozak Paul Drozak HEADQUARTERS 675 4 Ave., BUyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 ALPENA, kiicli 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. U16 E. BaltiiiioK St 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Man. 215 Eases St 02111 (617) 482.4716 BUFFALO, N.Y.... .290 Fnakiln St 14202 (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, RL. .9383 S. Ewliig Ave. 60617 (312) SA 1-0733 CLEVELAND, Oldo 1290 Old Rfrer Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DETROrr, Mkb. 10225 W. Jeffcnon Ave. 48218 (313) VI 3-4741 DULUTH, Mfam. 2014 W. 3 St 55806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich. P.O. Bos D 415 Main St 49635 (616) EL 7-2441 HOUSTON, Tes. 5804 Canal St. 77011 (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, NJ. 99 Montgomery St 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala. IS. Lawrence St. 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St 23510 (804) 622-1892 FADUCAH, Ky. 225 S. 7 St 42001 (502) 443-2493 FHILADELPIIIA, Pa.. .2604 S. 4 St 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0100 PORT ARTHUR, Tex.... .534 9 Ave. 77640 (713) 983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 1311 Mission St. 94103 (415) 864-7400 SANTURCE, P. R. 1313 Fernandez, Jnncos, Stop 20 00908 (809) 724-2848 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo.. .4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 TAMPA, Fla..2610 W.Kennedy Blvd.33609 (813) 870-1601 TOLEDO, Ohio 935 Summit St 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, CaUf.. 5iON. Broad St 90744 (213) 549-4000 YOKOHAMA, Japan P.O. Bos 429 Yokohama Port P.O. 5-6 NBion Ohdori Naka-Kn 231-91 201-7935 Page 23 September, 1975 \ I- »>•••-..g �New SIU Pensioners ':v Blair Allison, 62, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Aflison had sailed for 37 years. He was born in Pennsylvania and is now a resi­ dent of New York City. ; 'r- f.-: r • : A 11 Francisco Alvarez, 65, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York soling as a cook. Brother Alvarez Jiad sailed for 26 years. Born in Tampa, he is now a resident of Miami. John G. Atherton, 67, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as an electrician. Brother Atherton had sailed for 29 years. A native of Canada, he is now a resi­ dent of Ueesburg, Fla. Clyde T. Clark, 53, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1952 and sailed as a bosun. Brother Clark had sailed for 28 years. He is a wounded World War II veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. A Missis­ sippi native, he is now a resident of Oceanway, Fla. Eduvigis De Jesus, 55, joined the SIU in 1940 in the port of Philadel­ phia sailing as an oiler. Brother De Jesus sailed for 35 years. He walked the picket line in the Greater N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961. Bom in Puerto Rico, he is now a resident of Fajardo, Puerto Rieo. \• • Louis G. Dennis, 62, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Boston sailing as a chief cook. Brother Dennis sailed for 45 years. He was born in Virginia and is now a resi­ dent of St. Albans, Queens, N.Y; 'hi' ... : sis A fv . /i •; "7' ' Salvatore A. Di Maggie, 50, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York and sailed as a bosun. Brother Di Maggio sailed for 29 years. He was on the picket line in the N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961 and was; at the January 1965 rally of the District Council 37 beef. Seafarer |>i Maggib is a U.S. Navy veteran/of World War II. Born in New Ycrk, he is a resident of lirooklyn, N.Y.y Oodis Marceaux, 66 joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of Mobile sailing in the steward department. Brother Marceaux had sailed for 28 years. He was born in Louisiana and is now a resident of Bayou La Batre, Ala. Glenlous C. Lawson, 57, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Nor­ folk sailing as a bosun. Brother Lawson had sailed for 30 years. He is a veteran of the pre-World War_ II U.S. Army. Setdarer Lawson was bom in Moutash, Ky. and is now a resident of Erwin, Tenn. Joseph B. Bobola, 64, joined the SIU in the port of Alpena, Mich, in 1956 sailing as an AB for the Huron Cement Co. Brother Bobola was born in Michigan and is now a resi­ dent of Onaway, Mich. Vincent J, Call, 64, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of New Orleans sailing in the steward de­ partment. Brother Cali had sailed for 35 years. He was born in Loui­ siana and is now a resident of New Orleans. Francis L. Giissom, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1959 sailing as a cook. Brother Grissom is a U.S. Army paratroop veteran of World War II. He was bom in Waco, Tex. and is now a resident of Dallas. Roland E. Lanoue, 62, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Lanoue had sailed for 33 years. He received a Personal Safety Aw^d in 1960 for sailing aboard an accidentfree ship, the SS Frances and served on a picket line in the N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961. A native of Canada, he is now a resident of New Port Richey, Fla. Virgil J. Appleton, 61, joined the SIU in the port of Franlrfort, Mich, in 1953 sailing as an OS for the Ann Arbor Railroad Co. Brother Appleton had sailed for 24 years. He was born in Arcadia, Mich, and is now a resident of Elberta, Mich. John I. Calamla, 51, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1961 sailing as an oiler. Brother Calamia had sailed for 26 years and is a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy. Born in New Orleans, he is now a resident there. Paul Frankmanls, 56, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Norfolk sailing as- a lireman-watertender. Brother Frankmanis sailed for more than 28 years and was on the picket line in the _N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961. A native of Latvia, he is now a resident of San Francisco. Jose|di J. Keating, 65, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of New York and sailed as a chief electrician and third assistant engineer. Brother Keating has sailed for 29 years and walked the picket line in the N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961. Born in New York, he is now a resident of Vernon, N.J. Richard G. Martinez, 65, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of New York and sailed as a chief steward. Brother Martinez had sailed for 34 years. He was bom in Tampa and is now a resident of Nuevo Laredo, Tampico, Mexico. Dary Letoumeau, 65, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a cook. Bother Letoumeau had sailed for 31 years and walked the picket line in the N.Y. Harbor strike in 1961. He was born in Can­ ada and is now a resident of Levis, Quebec, Canada. Christos Mavrondis, 71, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of San Francisco sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Mavroudis had sailed for 47 years. Born in Greece, he is now a resident of New York City.^ Seafarers Welfare, Pension, and Vacation. Plans Cash Benefits Paid -.'f ;• Number JiiIy24-Aog.27,1975 MONTH TO DATE SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN ELIGIBLES ^^eath In Hospital Daily @ $1.06 In Hospital Daily @ $3.00 Hospital & Hospital Extras Surgical Sickness & Accident @ $8.00 ..r. Special Equipment ; Optical Supplemental Medicare Premiums DEPENDENTS OF ELIGIBLES Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits In Hospital Surgical .. ...... Miaternity Blood Transfusions Optical «•. • • ...» ... 97 4,184 1,381 117 21 53,100 19 1,430 268 520 82 142 ^ 10 3 . 145 •—• • 3 ' 0 $ 288,279.00 4,184.00 4,143.00 11,097.82 1,442.92 424,800.00 2,411.62 40,123.05 12,325.40 3,085 491 876 119 15 1,053 120,209.50 2,838.41 21,987.26 3,600.00 595.00 4,006.53 674,481.62 18,836.57 119,437.74 33,980.25 1,478.00 27,135.30 102 1,361 923 ^ 105 549 1 20 6 13,788 . 26,000.00 25,739.50 7,961.22 2,551.66 2,268.76 810.01 300.00 13,999.20 310,000.00 195,804.97 37,043.49 16,351.91 13,623.72 72.00 4,399.16 2,006,00 96,655.50 L419.00 29,329.90 . 83,188 16,400 6,915 106,503 $ YEAR TO DATE - 344,831.35 2,369,442.94 - 573,067.00 4,040,362.30 400,991.78 3,801,812.43 $1,318,890.13 $10,211,617.67 . Seafarers Log' 'A • •rvX: y ;r'i. W-y^' MONTH TO DATE 45,833.70 290.00 441.00 2,013.19 471.00 52,744.00 543.75 5,939.56 2,269.10 77. TOTALS 3Total Seafarers Welfare Plan . ...... I. > 10,639 Total Seafarers Pension Plan . . -i.....:. v . 2,358 •, Total Seafarers Vacation Plan .... 1....'.. 749 Total Seafarers Welfare, Pension & Vacation 13,746 , YEAR TO DATE 15 290 * 147 21 6 6,593 4 157 68 . PENSIONERS & DEPENDENTS Ajcath ............................... 8 Hospital & Hospital Extras 209 Doctors' Visits & Other Medical Expenses . .1 144 ^^Surgical .............................. '/ 15/ . ^Jptical .............................. • 58 Blaod Transfusions . » >.. \ Special Equipment ..... J. iO^e/fltal .......... ............... 1 -i Supplemental Medicare Premiums ........ - 1,994 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Amount 'j.:: M iiiiittittii • ^ �"W. • ti''i \^iV?5?L' -••••• .-f • "'^ • •'>•'• •> , , •" STEER A CLEAR COURSEI If yoo arc coavktod of poaMaskm of aay illegal drag heioia, baiUtnlates, q»eed, LSD, or even maiiliiaiia—the U^. Coast Gaaid will leroke yoar seaaum papers, without appeal, FOREVER. That oicaBs that you lose for the rest of your life the right to aiake a liviag by the sea. Howem, it doesB*t quite ead there erca R you recefee a suspeaded You nmy lose your right to vote, your right to hold public office or to owa a gun. You also may lose the opporiunit^ of ever becoming a doctor, dentist, certified public accountant, engineer, lawyer, architect, realtor, pharmacist, school teacher, or stockbroker. You may Jeopardize your right to hold a job where you must be licoised or bonded and you may never be able to work for the city, tte county, or the F^ral government. Ifs a pretty to^ rap, but thafs exactly how it is and yon can't do aaything about it. The convicted drug user leaves a black mark on his reputattoa for the rest of his life. However, drugs can not mily destroy your rl^t to a good Hvdltiood, it can destroy yourlife. Drug abuse presents a serious threat to both yoar physical and mental health, and the personal safety of those around you. This is especially trae aboard ship where clear minds and quick reflexes are essential at aD times for the safe opmtion of the vesseL Dont let drugs destroy your natural rigiht to a good, happy, productive Uie. Stay drug feee and steer a clear course. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific pro.vision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, m..Kes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust fui^s of the SIU Atlantk; Guif, Lskes and Inland Waters District are adininici*~:i jj) accordance with the provisions of various trust fund sgrseinCRts. AU ihese agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. AILexpenditures and disburse­ ments of trust fuiids are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracu are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shiMwners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. Toe proper address for this is: CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including but not limited to furthering the political, social and economic interests of Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with imprcved employment opportunities for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes tc political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No CSmribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of member­ ship in the Union or of employment. If ai contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade union concepts and Seafarer seamen. If at any time a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have beea violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or InforuMtioa, he ' immediately notify SIU President Paul Hail at headquarters by certified maiL return receipt requested. Frank Drotak, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 27S. 2dth Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 1121S Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LUG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or . member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested ip an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for sarne. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported tolieadquarters. Politics Is Rorkchops Dohafe to SPAD , . New York Philadelphia .. .. Baltimore .... .. Norfolk ..... .. Jacksonville .. .. .. Detroit Houston New Orleans .. .. Mobile .. San Francisco . .. Wilmington .. .. Seattle .. Piney Point .. .. Columbus .... .. Chicago .. Port Arthur .. .. .. Buffalo St. Louis Cleveland .... .. Jersey City . . . .. Oct. 6 Oct. 7 Oct. 8 Oct. 9 Oct. 9 Oct. 10 Oct. 13 Oct. 14 Oct. 15 Oct. 16 Oct. 20 Oct. 24 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 14 Oct. 14 Oct. 15 mu Deep Sea Date Port UIW 2:30 p.m. .. ... 5:00 p.m. ...... . .. 2:30 p.m. .. — 5:00 p.m. ..,... ... ... .... 2:30 p.m. .. ... 5:00 p.m. ..,... 9:30 a.m. .. . .. 5:00 p.m.'. .,... ... — 2:00 p.m. .. ... — 2:30 p.m. . . ... ... • * « • ' • • ... 5:00 p.m. ... .;.; 2:30 p.m. .. ... 5:00 p.m....... ... .... 2:30 p.m. .. ... 5:00 p.m. ... .:. 5:00 p.m. ... .. . — .. — ... ... .... 2:30 p.m. .. — ...,.. ... .... 2:30 p.m. ... 10:30 a.m. ;.. ... ... .10:30 a.m. .. .. .:. ... 5:00 p.m. ... • '• ' •• ... •" • •• • .., % . ... 5:00 p.m. ... .. . V V « • 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. — — — 7:00 p.m. . — — — — — — 1:00 p.in. • • — Oct. 16 ..., Oct. 13 .... • • mrnam ... 5:00 p.m. ... Page 25 September, 1975 V-- '>U �Digest of SlU ••-V, TRANSCOLUMBIA (Hudson Wa­ terways), July 20—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Jack Kingsley; Secretary T. Ulisse; Educational Director John Meo; Deck Delegate Pedro Aloa; Engine Del­ egate Stanley Phillips; Steward Dele­ gate Gilbert Murray. Secretary reported "We can write our own guide to 'Fara­ way Places and Exotic Ports' after this voyage. Iskenderum, Turkey near the Syrian border with two weeks port time gave plenty of time for trips inland to ancient glories of the past. Livorno, Italy near Pisa, Piraeus, Greece with Athens in all its splendor. Rota, Spain with nearby ancient Cadiz. Now home­ ward bound for the city by the Golden Gate, San Francisco, Calif." $3.00 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in en­ gine department. PANAMA (Sea-Land Service), July 28—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Cyril Mize, Jr.; Secretary J. Mar; Education­ al Director Ford; Deck Delegate How­ ard C. Alterson; Engine Delegate S. A. Barbara. Chairman issued new con­ tracts to crew. Suggested "that all mem­ bers support SPAD. No disputed OT. Next port Long Beach. DELTA ARGENTINA (Delta Steamship Lines), July 13—Chairmajp, Recertified Bosun Arthur McGmnis; Secretary J. Sumpter; Educational Di­ rector Union.Sanders, Jr.; Engine Dele­ gate A. Clark; Steward Delegate J. E. Bell. $450 received from crew and of­ ficers on voyage No. 38 for the movie fund and 20 movies were purchased for the benefit of the crew for the pres­ ent voyage. No disputed OT. Crewmembers welcomed aboard two recent graduates of Piney Point, Ronald Celious and Mark S. Johnson in true SIU fashion. All members were reminded of the importance of voluntarily donating to SPAD. A vote of thanks to the stew­ ard department for the preparations and serving of the good chow for the present voyage. Next port Abidjan. CANTIGNY (Int. Ocean Transport), July 5—Chairman J. Nava; Secretary W. Todd; Educational Director J. Cline; Deck Delegate Thomas Walker. No disputed OT. A letter was forwarded to Headquarters requesting educational material. Pat Smouthers joined the ves­ sel upon graduating from HL^S and is doing an outstanding job and is a good shipmate. MERRIMAC (Ogden Marine), July 27—Chairman, Recertified Bosun W. M. Wallace; Secretary F. R. Hicks; Ed­ ucational Director V. D'India; Deck Delegate J. Arellanes; Steward Dele­ gate Peter Batayias. No disputed OT. Latest Seafarers Log was received with contract and the members were asked to read carefully. A motion was made to accept the new contract and was car­ ried unanimously. Crewmembers were asked to show any new members from HLSS anything that would be helpful to these brothers. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Norfolk, Va. SEA-LAND MARKET (Sea-Land Service), July 20—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Walter Nash; Secretary A. Panagopoulas. No disputed OT. Chair­ man explained to membership new con­ tract and everybody agreed that it was a very good move that the membership participated in negotiating. Page 26 BALTIMORE (Sea-Land Service), July 9—Chairman, Recertified Bosun James Dixon. $29.90 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman discussed the new contract as to its many benefits for the Seafarers welfare. Also, he discussed the importance of having an enrollment beneficiary card up-to-date. We will not forget our tobacco chewing and long story telling wiper C. R. Brackett who is leaving us for a well earned rest. We wish him well and we will sure miss him. Educational Director reports that the crew has shown a great amount of in­ telligence and sound sensible thinking which is a great asset as to the safety and welfare of the ship and personnel. Flowers were sent by the crew for First Assistant Engineer Gilson who passed away while at Jacksonville. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. The steward department expresses sincerest thanks to all of the crew for keeping pantries and messhalls clean and orderly. The crew wishes to go on record for a vote of thanks to our negotiating committee for a beneficial contract concerning the welfare of the membership. SEA-LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land Service), July 7—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun A. E. Bourgot; Secretary L*. Nicholas; Educational Director K. L. Hart; Deck Delegate J. P. Pettus; Engine Delegate I. Galeas; Steward Delegate- P. L. Hunt. No disputed OT. Communications received from Head­ quarters were read and accepted. Re­ ported to the Seafarers Log "Everyone seems to be happy working under the new contract also with the feeling that the rank and file played a most im­ portant part in bringing to a close the new contract." A vote of thanks to chief electrician for the prompt installation of a new wasfeing machine and dryer. Next port New Orleans. MOHAWK (Ogden Marine), July 6 —Chairman, Recertified Bosun Pete D. Sheldrake; Swretary F. E. Burley; Edu­ cational Director W. D. Kawick. No disputed OT. Chairman held an open discussion on the new contract and how it would benefit all of SIU seamen and of the merits of the new working clauses. Everyone connnended the stew­ ard department on an excellent variety of food and the immediate service of same. Next port Autonio, Chile. NOTRE DAME VICTORY (Eco­ logical Steamship), July 13—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Gaetano Mattioli; Secretary J. Golder; Educational Direc­ tor George Thompson; Deck Delegate Richard Heffley; Engine Delegate Ed­ ward Murray; Steward Delegate James Robinson. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman held a discus­ sion on SPAD and pointed out to the new members the progress attained by these donations. Steward discussed the opportunities for all of going to Piney Point for upgrading. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. OGDEN YUKON (Ogden Marine), July. 6—Chairman, Recertified Bosun H. Weaver; Secretary O. Frezza; Edu- . cational; Director Blanchard. $62 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman brought up the importance of donating to SPAD. A vote of thanks to the stew­ ard department. Next port Rota, Spain. Ships' iHieetings JEFF DAVIS (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 13—Chairman, Recertified Bosun G. E. Annis; Secretary J. E. Long; Educational Director Bennet. No disputed OT. Chairman reported on the new contract and explained various new sections and clarifications pertain­ ing to sailing board and wages and OT rates. Will try to get a copy of the new contract for each department delegate in Mobile or N.O. Suggested that all remember SPAD. Next port Houston. BEAUREGARD (Sea-Land Ser­ vice) July 6—Chairman, Recertified Bosun W. L. Tillman; Secretary L. Thompson; Educational Director W. J. Linberg. $20 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chair­ man reports that he has called Frank Boyne in Yokohama concerning a niunber of minor beefs and Frank Boyne will meet the ship in Naha and will bring the new contracts. Next port Inchon. STONEWALL JACKSON (Water­ man Steamship), July 6—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Carl Lineberry; Sec­ retary G. Tolliver; Educational Direc­ tor John Cantrell; Steward Delegate Eddie Bowers. $498.25 in movie fund. $10.50 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. A motion was made and passed to post all communications. Everything rimning smoothly. SEA-LAND COMMERCE (SeaLand Service), July 6—Chairman L. G. G. Reck; Secretary Gus Skendelas; Educational Director Herbert S. Mar­ tin. $127 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Articles about maritime activities were received and posted. Copies of the new contract were xeroxed and given to each department. Chairman sug­ gested that members donate to SPAD. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Next port Kobe. ARTHUR MiODLEtON (Water­ man Steamship), July 20—Chairman, Recertified- Bosun B. Edelmon; Secre­ tary J. W. Sanders; Educational Direc­ tor A. E. Delancy. No disputed OT. Chairman held a discussion- on the re­ ports in the Seafarers Log and also on the new contracts. Everything running smoothly. Next port Bombay. SEA-LAND VENTURE (Sea-Land Service), July 20—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Charles Boyle; Secretary C. L. Shirah; Educational Director A. Acosta; Deck Delegate J. F. Ryan; En­ gine Delegate Robert Tompkins; Stew­ ard Delegate David Sacher. No dis­ puted OT. The crew of the Sea-Land Venture want to go on record and give the contract negotiators a vote of thanks for a job well done. Next port New Or­ leans. POTOMAC (Ogden Marine), July 27—Chairman, Recertified iSosun Mau­ rice C. Duet; Secretary Mario Canalejo, Sr.; Educational Director Bill Ball; Deck Delegate Donald D. Fleming; Engine Delegate H. E. Diaz; Steward Delegate Charles J. Hickot. The mem­ bers of the committee give a vote of thanks to the crew for the way they performed in Colombo, Sri-Lanka, es­ pecially to the boys from Piney Point. The new contract has been received and posted. No disputed OT. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. OVERSEAS ANCHORAGE (Mari­ time Overseas), July 13—Chairman, Recertified Bosun A. Boney; Secretary S. J. Davis; Educational Director D. Busby; Deck Delegate M. Hammond; Engine Delegate S. V. Marano; Steward Delegate B. Wirifield. This ship is equipped with a high seas radio phone and has the ability to call the U.S.A. from anywhere in the world. Any calls made must be collect. No disputed OT. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for the fine July 4 porch cookout with live charcoal and barbecue spareribs. SEA-LAND McLEAN (Sea-Land Service), July 13—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun J. Richburg; Secretary R. Sadowski; Educational Director K. Katsalis. $30 in ship's fund exclusive of the fund for extra movies. No disputed OT. Thanks to the Yokohama Agent for a thorough explanation of the new con­ tract. Everything running smoothly. Next port Hong Koiig. ''-•if!-' '1-^ DAI TRAN.SC0L0RAt>6. , ROBERT E, LEE CAROLINA ELIZABETIM# Seafarers log �li ".r: 1^ jRnal Beparturesi Freddie J. Landry, 61, passed away in a Louisiana hospital on July 3. Brother Landry joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of Port Ar­ thur in 1964. He had sailed as a captain for jthe Higman Towing Co. from 1933 to 1941 and Siadelnc. from 1941 to 1975. He was born in Jeanerette, La. and was a resident of Thibodaux, La. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. F. J. Landry; a son, Edmond, and four daughters^ Mrs. Leney Champagne, Mrs. Deanna Mae Filice, Betty Ann and Judy May, all of Thibodaux. SIU pensioner Oscar Lee, 67, died of heart disease in Providence Hospital, Mobile on June 7. Brother Lee joined the Union in the pbrt of Mobile in 1951 sailing as a firemanwatertender. He had sailed for 22 years. A native of Gilbertown, Ala., he was a resident of Irvington, Ala. Burial was in Barrytown (Ala.) Cemetery. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Willie Ruth; a step­ son, Philip Ray Odom, and a step­ daughter, Brenda Odom. Doiis C. Massengiil, 39, was dead on arrival of pneumonia at the Vicksburg (Miss.) Hospital on June 21. Sister Massengill joined the SIUaffiliated IBU in 1972 sailing as a towboat cook for the Orgulf Transportation Co. from 1972 to 1975. She was born in Centralia, HI. and was a resident of Paducah, Ky. at the time of her death. Interment was in Mt. Kenton Cemetery, McCracken County, Ky. Surviving is her husband, Willard. SIU pensioner August Adam Smith, 78, died of heart fail­ ure in Community Hospital, La Follette, Tenn. on June 4. Brother Smith joined the Union in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. He had sailed for 23 years. Born in Mt. Pulaski, 111., he was a resident of La Follette. Interment was in Mt. Pulaski Cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Nellie; a son, Clarence of Chicago, and a sister, Mrs. Grace E. Buckles of Mt. Pulaski. SIU pensioner Harry L. Coker, 74, died of heart failure in the Galveston USPHS Hospital on June 7. Brother Co­ ker joined the SIUaffiliated IBU in the port of Houston in 1957 sailinc as a marine engineer for G & H Towing Co. from 1957 to 1972. Born in Oklahoma, he was a resident of Galveston. Burial was in Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock, Tex. Surviving are his widow, Mary, and two sons, Harry Jr. and R. L. Coker. OrvlUe L. Amdt, 47, succumbed to arteriosclerosis in Harahan, Tex. on June 21. Brother Arndt joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Mobile sailing as a .chief cook. He had sailed for 30 years. Born in Miimesota, he was a resident of Longview, Tex. Burial was in Lakeview Memorial Gar­ dens Cemetery, Longview. Surviving are his widow, Frances; a son. Dale, a daughter, Diane and a sister, Mrs. G. M. Buck of Marshall, Minn. Freddie Bailey, 62, died in San Fran­ cisco on June 12. Brother Bailey joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1962 sailing as a chief cook. Born in Louisiana, he was a resident of San Francisco when he passed away. Surviving are his widow, Bessie; five sons, Freddie, Jr., Graling, Percy, Louis and Isiah; three daughters, Mrs. Lucille Williams of San Francisco, Jo Ann and \Jarie and an uncle, D. Monroe of San Francisco. Ronald F. Belew, 37, died of a frac­ tured spinal cord in Lake Huron Hospi­ tal, Alpena, Mich, on June 20. Brother Be­ lew sustained the in­ jury when he fell 20 feet into the hold of ihsMVSS John A. Kling (Reiss Steam­ ship) at the coal dock of the Huron Cement Co. in Alpena. He joined the SIU in the port of Alpena in 1964 sail­ ing as an AB. A native of Alpena, he was a resident there. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Mary; a son, Daemond Don of Alpena; a daughter, Candace Marie and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Bonnie Belew. Oral F. Burleson, 67, died of heart dis­ ease on June 13. Brother Burleson joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif, in 1969 sailing as a chief cook. A native of Gatesville, Tex., he was a resident of Canoga Park, Calif, when he passed away. Surviving is a son, Fred of Canoga Park. Billie J. Brewer, 47, died on July 15 in Humble, Tex. Brother Brewer joined the SIU in 1945 and sailed as -a chief pumpman. He was a post-war vet­ eran of the U.S. Army. Seafarer Brewer was bom in Birmingham, Ala. and was a resident of Conroe, Tex. when he passed away. Surviving are his widow, Sharlene; his mother, Jeannie of Hackelberg, Ala.; a son, David and a daughter, Shelia, both of Birmingham. Don C. Stevens, 18, died in Charity Hospital, New Or­ leans, of injuries sus­ tained in an auto crash on May 10. Brother Stevens joined the SIU in the port of Piney Point, Md., in August, 1974 following his graduation from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship there. He sailed as an OS. Seafarer Stevens was bom in New Orleans and was a resident of Husser, La., at the time of his death. Burial was in New Sharon Baptist Cem­ etery, Husser. Surviving are his father, Billy E. Stevens of Loranger, La.; his mother, Mrs. Ruby Fletcher; his step­ father, Buddy Fletcher; his stepmother, Mrs. Doris Stevens; his grandmother, Mrs. Eva S. Bahan of Lorange his brother. Seafarer Duane E. Stevens of Loranger, who is a 1971 HLSS gradu­ ate; a sister. Gay Stevens; four step­ sisters, Mrs. Karen Perrilloux, Mrs. Felicia Parker, Mrs. Vicky Crowe and -Shelia Fletcher, and a nephew. Hank Parker, Jr. SIU pensioner Ernest C. De Bautte, 55, died on July 4 in South America. Brother De Bautte joined the Union in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. He had sailed for 27 years and walked the picket line in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor strike. Sea­ farer De Bautte was an infantry vet­ eran of the U.S. Army in World War II and received a SIU Personal Safety Award in 1960 for sailing aboard the accident-free ship, the SS Frances. He ran for Union office in 1969-1972 and was a Ship's Delegate on the SS Bea­ trice. Born in Louisiana, he was a resi­ dent of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Surviving is his widow. Ana Maria. Victor J. Fuliafico, 55, died of cancer of the pancreas in Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore on June 22. Brother Puliafico joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as both a captain and pilot for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. from 1951 to 1975. He was born in Pitco, Pa. and was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving are his widow, Mary; a son, Victor, and a daughter, Theresa. Preston J. St. Amant, 56, succumbed to cancer in the New Orleans USPHS Hospital on June 13. Brother St. Amant joined the SlU-affiliated IBU in the port of New Orleans in 1972 sailing as a cook for National Marine Service. He was born in Vermillion, La. and was a resident of Bay St. Louis, Miss. Inter­ ment was in Kaplan Catholic Cemetery, Kaplan, La. Surviving are his widow, Isabelle and three daughters, Glenda, Elizabeth and Linda, SIU pensioner Edward A. Fitzhugh, 67, died of a chronic illness in Paul Oliver Hospital, Frankfort, Mich., on May 22. Brother Fitzhugh joined the Union in the port of Elberta, Mich, in 1953 sailing as an oiler for the Ann Arbor Railroad Carferries Co. from 1924 to 1963. He was born in Michi­ gan and was a resident of Arcadia, . Mich. Interment was in Conway Ceme­ tery, Arcadia. Surviving is a stepdaugh­ ter, Deanna D. Newberry. Marshal! E. Fos­ ter, 57, passed away on July 6. Brother Foster joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New" Orleans sailing as both a chi.ef stewlard and bosun. He jhad sailed 35 years. A native of New Orleans, he was a resi­ dent there when he died. Surviving are his widow, Claudette; his mother, Mrs. J. J. Murry of New Orleans; a son, Gary and a daughter, Debra Ann. SIU pensioner William A. Hedlund, 68, died on June 12^ Brother Hedlund % joined the SlU-affiliV ated IBU in the port of New York in 1960 sailing for the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad from 1928 to 1972. He was a resident of The Bronx, N.Y. Surviving are his widow, Helen and a nephew, John Myer of New York City. Bernard L. Kishel, 65, died on June 21. Brother Kishel joined the SIU in the port of Detroit in 1969 sailing as a sec­ ond cook. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Born in Virginia, Minn., he was a resident there when he died. Surviving are his mother, Marie of Virginia, Minn, and a brother, C. E. Kishel. Carlos Labiosa, 50, died ori July 4. Brother Labiosa joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York and sailed as a bosun. He had sailed for 34 years. A native of Puerto Rico, he was a resident of New York City when he passed away. Surviving are his widow, Emma, and two sons, Carlos and Edwin. Theodore A. Hatgimisios, 29, died on^ May 12. Brother Hatgimisios was a member of the SIUaffiliated IBU sailing for the Interstate Oil Co. out of the port of Philadelphia. He had sailed for 11 years. Seafarer Hatgimi­ sios was a resident of Philadelphia. Sur­ viving are his widow, Lucille; a son, Theodore, Jr., and a brother, Nicholas who is a member of the SIU in Phila­ delphia. SIU pensioner Lyle A. Bums, 64, died of cancer of the lung in Samaritan Hospital, Bay City, Mich., on May 17. Brother Burns joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1951 last sailing as a wheelsman for the Eric Sand Steamship Co. from 1974 to 1975. Born in Barberton, Ohio, he was a resident of Bay City and Saginaw, Mich. Burial was in St. Andrew's Cemetery, Saginaw. Sur­ viving are a son, William, a-^d a cousin, Dennis W. Wrynn of Harper Woods, Mich. Page 27 September, 1975 -"f.: -li-P-:'- �LUNDEBERG SCHOOL EDUCATION • TRAINING • UPGRADING Course Descriptions and Starting Dates 1_ Deck Department |5 ABLE SEAMAN The course of instruction leading to endorsement as Able Seaman consists of classroom and practical training to in­ clude: Basic Seamanship; Rules of the Road; Wheel Commands; Use of the Magnetic and Gyro Compass; Cargo Handling; Knots and Splices; Blocks and Booms; Firefighting and Emergency Pro­ cedures; Basic First Aid. Course Requirements: Able Seaman (12 Months—Any Waters)—^You must be 19 years of age; have 12 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman, or be a grad­ uate of HLS at Piney Point and have eight months seatime as Ordinary Sea­ man; be able to pass the prescribed phys­ ical, including eyesight without glasses of no more than 20/100—^20/100 cor­ rected to 20/40—20/20 and have nor­ mal color vision. Able Seaman (Unlimited — Any Wa­ ters)— You must be 19 years of age; have 36 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman or Able Seaman (12 Months); be able to pass the prescribed physical, including eyesight requirements listed above. Starting Dates: October 16, November 28, January 26, March 8. QUARTERMASTER / Procedures; Emergency Launching Op­ erations. Included in the course is practi­ cal experience in launching, letting go, rowing and maneuvering a lifeboat in seas, recovery of man overboard, fire­ fighting and emergency procedures. Course Requirements: Must have 90 days seatime in any department. Starting Dates: October 2, 16, 30; November 13, 28; December 11,26; January 8,22; February 5, 19; March 4, 18; April 1. Engine Department tomated Ships; Firefighting and Emer­ gency Procedures. Course Requirements: Must have rat­ ing (or passed examinations for) FOWT, Electrician, Pumpman, Refrigeration En­ gineer, Deck Engineer, Junior Engineer, Machinist, Boilermaker, and Deck En­ gine Mechanic. Must show evidence of at least six months seatime in any one or a combination of the following ratings: FOWT, Electrician, Refrigeration, Pump­ man, Deck Engineer, Machinist, Boiler­ maker, or Deck Engine Mechanic. Starting Dates: October 16; November 13; December 11; January 8; February 5; March 4; April 1. Th^ course of instruction leading to certifi^tion as QMED—:-Any Rating. (Qualified Member of the Engine De­ partment) consists of classroom work and practical training to include: Parts of a Boiler and Their Function; Com­ bustible Control Systems; Steam and Water Systems; Fuel Oil Systems; Lubri­ cating Oil Systems; Hydraulic Oil Sys­ tems; Boiler Construction and Repair; Hand Tools and Their Use; Use of Met­ als; M^phine Tool Operation; Com­ pressed Air Systems; Fundamentals of Electricity; Principles of Refrigeration; Safe Handling of Combustible Materials; Piping and Valves, Pumps, Evaporators; Auxiliary Diesel Engines; Starting and Securing Main and Auxiliary Diesel En­ gines; Starting and Securing Main and Auxlliaiy Units; Engineering Casualty Control; All Codes of Operation of Au­ Advanced Pumpman Procedures Course Instructor Charlie Nalen (right) at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. with two recent graduates of the class, James Dryden (left) and Jim McBride. iliary Equipment; Starting and Securing Main Engines. Course Requirements: (If you have a Wiper endorsement only)—Must be able to pass the prescribed physical, including eyesight without glasses of no more than 20/100—20/100 corrected to 20/50— 20/30 and have normal color vision. Must have six months seatime as Wiper, or be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have three months seatime as Wiper. (If you have an engine rating such as Electrician)—^No requirements. Starting Dates: November 3, January 12, February 23, April 5. Starting Dates: October 2, November 13, January 8. February 19, April 1. LIFEBOATMAN DIESELS HLSS Instructor Bill Eglinton (center) with the latest graduates of his QMED class of (I. to r.): Raymond Anderson; Dan Nelson; John Sherpinski, and Elvert Welch. SIU Scholarship Program One college and two post secondary trade/vocational school scholarships are awarded to Seafarers each year. These scholarships have been specially de­ signed to meet the educational needs of Seafarers. Application requirements are geared for the man who has been out of school several years, so you will ovAy be com­ peting with other seamen with similar educational backgrounds. The awards ate grante'd in April, but you should'begin your application process now. These are the scholarships offered: 1. Four-year college degree scholar- Page 28 •/' • / • The course of instruction leading to endorsement as FOWT (Fireman, Watertender and/or Oiler) consists of class­ room work and practical training to in­ clude: Parts of a Boiler and Their Func­ tion; Steam and Water Cycle; Fuel Oil and Lube Systems; Fire Fighting and Emergency Procedures. Also included is practical training aboard one of the ships at the school to include: Lighting a Dead Plant; Putting Boilers on the Line; Changing Burners; Operation of Aux- QMED-Any Rating The course of instruction leading to certification as Quartermaster consists of Basic Navigation instruction to include Radar; Loran; Fathometer; RDF; and also includes a review of Basic %amanship; use of the Magnetic and Gyro Compass; Rules of the Road; Knots and Splices; Firefighting and Emergency Pro­ cedures. Course Requirements: Must hold en­ dorsement as Able Seaman (Unlimited — Any Waters). The course of instruction leading to certification as Lifeboatman consists of classroom study and practical training to include: Nomenclature of Lifeboat; Lifeboat -Equipment; Lifeboat Com­ mands; Tyi>es of Davits and Operating FOWT ship. This award is in the amount of $10,000. 2. Two-year community or junior col­ lege or post secondary trade/voca­ tional schools scholarships. These awards are in the amount of $5000. The trade/vocational awards offer var­ ious options if you wish to continue shipping. In such a program you may develop a trade or skill which would im­ prove your performaq^ aboard ship as well as help you obtain a better paying job when you are ashore. Eligibility requirements are as follows: 1. Must be under 35 years of age. This may be waived for Seafarers who have completed one or more years in an accredited college or university. 2. Have not less than two years of actual employment on vessels of companies signatory to Seafarers Welfare Plan (three years for $10,000 scholarship). 3. Have one day of employment on a vessel in the sixth-month period immediately proceeding date of application. The four-week course covers: types, designs, construction and characteristics .of various diesel engines; nomenclature and principal design features of all parts of diesel engines; formulas and hydraulic 4. Have 90 days of employment on a vessel in the previous calendar year. Pick up a scholarship application now. They are available in the ports or you* may write to the following address and request a copy of the Seafarers Applica­ tion: Seafarers Welfare Plan ~ College Scholarships 275 20th Street Brooklyn, New York 11215 Scholarships For Dependents Four scholarships are awarded to de­ pendents of Seafarers. These four-year scholarships are for $10,000 each at any accredited college or university. If you have-three years sea time, encourage your children to apply. They should request the Dependents Application from the above address. Seafarers Log �cutting. On completion of the course, an HLS Certificate of Graduation will be awarded. Course Requirements: Engine depart­ ment personnel must hold endorsement as QMED—^Any Rating; deck and steward department personnel must hold any rating. Starting Dates: November 28; Decem­ ber 11, February 5, March IS. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF REFRIGERATED CONTAINERS principles; introduction to fuel, air, lubri­ cation and exhaust systems; use of vari­ ous gauges, meters and instruments used on diesel engines; care, operations main­ tenance and recording of diesel engine performance; signals used between, bridge and engine room; fundamentals of elec­ tricity and refrigeration; basic fire fight­ ing, first aid and safety. Course Requirements: No require­ ments for those who are not interested in receiving the Coast Guard license. Starting date; January 5. The course of instruction leading to certihcation as Refrigerated Container Me­ chanic consists of both classroom and on-the-job training that includes the fol­ lowing: instruction covering all units on refrigeration, electrical and engine tune-up on gasoline and diesel units, operation, itiaintenance and trouble shooting on all refrigeration units, instruction of funda­ mentals of operation and servicing and diagnostic procedures used with electrical circuitry. Course Requirements: Applicants must hold Coast Guard endorsements as Elec­ trician and Refrigerating Engineer or QMED-Any Rating. Length of Course: The normal length of the course is four (4) weeks. WELDING The course of instruction in basic welding consists of classroom and onthe-job training including practical train­ ing in electric arc welding and cutting; and oxy;acetylene brazing, welding and Starting Date: November 17. , HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP UPGRADING APPLICATION Name. (First) (Middle) Mo./Day/Year Address (Street) . Telephone #. (City) (State) (Zip Code) Book Number I ! Name I I Address I I I Last grade completed ! I I I I Book No. (Street) Port Presently .Registered In_ .Port Issued. Social Security #. . Endorsementfs) Now Held. piney Point Graduate: • Yes No • (if so, fill in below) Entry Program: From. .to. . Endorsementfs) Received. (Dates Attended) Upgrading Program: From. . Endorsementfs) Received. .to. (Dates Attended) Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes • No; Fire Fighting: • Yes • No Dat^ Available for Training I Am Interested In: DECK AB-12 Months AB Unlimited Quartermaster Lifeboatman STEWARD ENGINE • Electrician • AssL Cook • QMED • Dk. Eng. • Chief & Baker • FWT • Chief Cook • Jr. Eng. • Oiler • Pumpman • Steward • Dk.Mech. • Machinist • Reefer • Welder • Boilermaker • Advanced Pumpman Procedures • LNG/LPG • Advanced Electrical Procedures • Diesel • Refrigeration Container Mechanic RECORD OF SEAUME — (Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating checked above or attach letter of service, whichever is applicable.) SHIP RATING HELD DATE OF SHIPMENT DATE OF DISCHARGE I I SIGNATURE DATE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER, PINEY POINT, MD. 20674 I September, 1975 (City or Town) Steward Department The course of instruction includes classroom and on-the-job training. The Chief Steward will select food and stores for a long voyage to include nutritionally balanced daily menus. He will partici­ pate in all phases of steward department operations at the school, including com­ missary, bake shop and galley. Course Requirements: Three years seatime in ratings above Third Cook and hold "A" Seniority in the SIU; or six months seatime as Third Cook or Assis­ tant Cook; six months as Cook and Baker; six months seatime as Chief Cook and holder of a Certificate of Satisfac- , torjr Completion from the HLS Assis­ tant Cook, Second Cook and Baker, and CWef Cook Training Programs; or 12 months seatime as Third Cook or As­ sistant Cook, 12 months seatime as Cook and Baker, and six months seatime as Chief Cook, and holder of a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of tiie HLS Chief Cook Training Program. Starting Dates: October 2, November 13, December 26, February 5, March 18. ASSISTANT COOK The course of instruction for the rat­ ing Assistant Cook includes classroom and on-the-job training in preparing and cooking fresh, canned and frozen vege­ table^; how to serve vegetables hot, cold or as salad; menu selection of vegetables to attain the best methods for prepara­ tion, portion control, dietary values and serving procedures. Course Requirements: Twelve months seatime in any Steward Department En­ try Rating. Entry Ratings who have been accepted into the Harry Lundeberg School and show a desire to advance in the Steward Department must have a minimum of three months seatime. Starting Dates: October 30, December II, January 22, March 4. COOK AND BAKER The course of instruction includies classr(x>m and on-the-job training in bak- (Zip) Last year attended Complete this form and mail to: Margaret Nalen Director of Academic Education Harry Lundeberg School Piney Point, Maryland 20674 CHIEF STEWABD District The test will be sent to the Lundeberg School for grading and evaluation. Or write directly to the Harry Lun­ deberg School. A test booklet and an answer sheet will be mailed to your home or to your ship. Complete the tests and mail both the test booklet and the answer sheet to the Lundeberg School. (See application on this page.) During your stay at the school, you will receive room and board, study ma­ terials and laundry. Seafarers will pro­ vide their own transportation to and from the school. Following are the requirements for eligibility for the Lundeberg High School Program: 1. One year's seatime. 2. Initiation fees paid in full. 3. All outstanding monetary obliga­ tions, such as dues and loans paid in fuIL I I meet the requirements listed above and I am interested in furthering my edu­ I cation. I would like more information on the Lundeberg High School Program. (Area Code) Seniority Date Book Was Issued. I I Thirty-two Seafarers and one Inland Boatman have already successfully com­ pleted studies at the SIU-IBU Academic Study Center in Piney Point, Md., and have achieved high school diplomas. The Lundeberg High School Program in Piney Point offers all- Seafarers—re­ gardless of age — the opportunity to achieve a full high school diploma. The study period ranges from four to eight weeks. Classes are small, permitting the teachers to concentrate on the individual student's progress. Any Seafarer who is interested in taking advantage of this opportunity to continue his education can apply in two ways: Go to an SIU office in any port and you will be given a GED Pre-Test, This test will cover five general areas: English Grammar and Literature; So­ cial Studies, Science and Mathematics. Date of Birth, (Last) • • • .• High School Program Is Available to All Seafarers I , ing bread, pies, cakes and cookies; prep­ aration of desserts such as custards, pud­ dings, canned fruit and gelatin desserts. The Cook and Baker will be able to de­ scribe preparation of all breakfast foods, and be familiar with menu selection of breakfast foods, and bread and desserts for appropriate meals. Course Requirements: Twelve months seatime as Third Cook; or 24 months seatime in Steward Department; six months of which must be as Third Cook or Assistant Cook; or six months as Third Cook or Assistant Cook and a holder of a Certificate of Satisfactory' Completion from the HLS Assistant Cook Training Course. Starting Dates: October 2, 16, 30; November 13, 28; December 11, 26; January 8, 22; February 5, 19; March 4, 18; April 1. CHIEF COOK The course of instruction includes classroom and on-the-job training in preparation of soups, sauces and gravies. The student will be able to describe prep­ aration of thickened or clear soups, and explain preparation and use of special sauces and gravies. The Chief Cook will be able to state the primary purpose of cooking meat and define cooking terms used in meat cookery, and describe prin­ ciples and methods of preparing and cooking beef, pork, veal, lamb, poultry and seafood. Course Requirements: Twelve months seatime as Cook and Baker; or three years seatime in the Steward Depart­ ment, six months of which must be as Third Cook or Assistant Cook, and six months as Cook and Baker; or six months seatime as Third Cook or Assist­ ant Cook and six months seatime as Cook and Baker, and holder of a Cer­ tificate of Satisfactory Completion of the HLS Assistant Cook, and Cook and Bak­ er Training Program; or 12 months sea­ time as Third Cook or Assistant C(X)k and six months seatime as Cook and Baker, and holder of a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of the HLS Cook and Baker Training Program. Starting Dates: October 16, November 28, January 8, February 19, April I. Nofe: Courses and starting dates are subject to change at any time. Any change wiD he noted in the LOG. Page 29 �—— BiUieKice 26th Bosuns' Class Seafarer BHlie Price, 48, has been a) member of the S^U since 1945, and he started shipping as bosun in 1952. A nhtive of hforthCarolina, Brother Price makes his home iri Portsmouth, Va. He ships from the port of Norfolk. Twelve Seafarers gradnated from the 26th SIU Bosons Recertification Pro­ gram this month and they now resume shipping with a much better knowledge of their Union and the entire maritime industry. It b thc-ir responsibility to re­ join their vessels and infonn the rest of the membership about the role all Sea­ farers must play if there is to be a future for the American merchant marine. The recertified bosuns who have completed this very important twomonth program are asserting their lead­ ership aboard all our contracted vessels. As the top unlicensed man on ship, and as the leading representative of the SIU at sea, it is the bosun's job to see that all voyages run as smoothly as pos­ sible, with of course full cooperation from the rest of the crew. The recertified bosun is also better qualified to handle the new techno­ logically-advanced equipment which is found on many of the modem ships being built today. Robert Sipsey Seafarer Robert Sipsey, 49, has been shipping with the SIU since 1943, and he began shipping out as bosun in 1950. A native of Lawrence, Mass., Brother Sipsey now makes his home in Sonoma, Calif. He ships from the port of San Francisco. It is for this very reason that the Bosuns Recertification Program was established. The SIU must adapt to a coustantly-changing industry if we wish to play a part in it in the years to come. With the battles now being fought in the Halls of Congress rather than on the waterfront, and with radical changes in vessels and manning, our entire mem­ bership must be kept informed at all times in order to insure the job security of everyone in the years ahead. This then, is the main objective of the bosuns program: better commnnication. And, it is the job of every mem­ ber, not only the recertified bosun. The bosun is the leader of the crew, but only if his crew actively participates and takes an avid interest in the affairs of our Union, by attending shipboard and membership meetings, by asking ques­ tions and reading all pertinent informa­ tion. And, with full membership co­ operation, we vrill be a much stronger, secure Union for many years to come. Herwood Walters Dick Ware Seafarer Clayton \ Engelund, 50, has been a member of the SIU since 1956, and he started ship­ ping out as a bosun I in 1966. A native of Phelps, Wise, he new ships from the port of New York where he makes his home. Seafarer Her­ wood Walters, 31, has been a member of the SIU since 1966 and has shipped^ in various ratings in the deck department since 1967. A native of Jamaica, West In­ dies, Brother Walters now makes his home in Miami, Fla. He ships from the port of New York. Seafarer Dick Ware, 49, has been shipping with the SIU since 1947, and he started sailing as bosun in 1954. A native of Mississip­ pi, he now makes his home in Shepard, Tex. with his wife Katherine. Brother Ware ships from the port of Houston. John Japper Dave Lid^rance Seafarer John Japper, 44, has been shipping with the SIU since 1962, and since then has sailed at various ratings in the deck department. A nai s ' ' , tive of New York, ; . _ ; ,Mm he ships from that port and continues Jo make his home tH'ere with, his wife Theresa. Seafarer Dave LaFranee, 27, has been a member of the SIU since 1966 and began shipping out as bosun in 1970. A native of Scrdnton, Pa., he continues to make home there. Brother LaF ranee ships from the port of New York. Clayton Engelund Macon Welch Seafarer Macon Welch, 48, has been a member of the SW since 1945, and he began shipping out as bosun in 1949. A native of Georgia, he now makes his home in Texas City, Tex. with his wife Josephine. Brother Welch ships from the port of Houston. Albert Doty Seafarer Albert Doty, 62, has been a member of the SIU since 1940, and started shipping out as bosun that same year. A native of Illinois, he now ships from the port of New Orleans where he makes his home with his wife Arlene. Herbert Leake Seafarer Herbert Leake, 42, has been a member of the SIU since 1960, and has been sailing as bosun for the past five years. A ruttive of Winchester, Va., he continues to make his home there with his wife Martha. Brother Leake ships from the port of Baltimore. Calixto Gonzalez Seafarer Calixto Gonzalez, 48, has been a member of I the SIU since 1947, I and began shipping I as bosun in 1965. IA native of Rio Pierdas, Puerto Rico he continues •' to make his home there with his wife Carmen.- firother Gonzalez ships from the port Of San Juan. John Farragut Seafarer John Farragut has been settling with the SIU since 1966 when he graduated from the New Orlecms /An­ drew F.ttrus^th Trcaning School. A U.S. Navy veteran. Brother Farragut sails as an AB. A native of Mobile, he now lives in New Orleans with his wife Suzy and their daughter. Brother Far­ ragut ships out of Houston. JohnHaUer IWb. It- f- ^ V-'.' Seafarer John Mailer has been sail­ ing with the SIU since his graduation from the Harry Lundeberg School in 1972. A member of the black gang. Brother Mailer re­ turned to Piney Point for his QMED endorsement be­ fore attending the 'A' Seniority Upgrad­ ing Program. Seafarer Mailer is a native and resident of Philadelphia and ships from that port. Pagedo A' Book Program ^ With the successful completion by six more members this month, the 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program has now graduate 179 Seafarers with full *A* book status. The six graduates this month are Richard Butch, Gennaro Esposito, John Farragut, Steve Venus, John Biletz and John H^er. The purpose of this program is to give new full book members a chance to sharpen their seafaring skills and at the same time gain a better understand­ ing of our Union's operations, functions Steve Venus Seafarer Steve Venus has been sail­ ing with the SIU for seven years. A grad­ uate of the Marry Lundeberg School, Brother Venus re­ turned there for his third cook's en­ dorsement before attending the seniority program. Broth­ er Venus is a native of New York. Me now lives in New Orleans and ships from that port. John Logan Seafarer John Logan, 50, has been a member of the SIU since 195 Land he began shipping out as bosun in 1964. A native of Deerpark, Ala., he now ships from the port of Mobile where he makes his home with his wife Jeanette. Gennaro Esposito Seafarer Gennaro Esposito has been sailing with the SIU 'since 1968-'Before and goals. \ attending - tfie 'A' Not only does the 'A' Seniority Pro­ Seniority Upgrading gram benefit the new full book member Programi ''Brother who win have greater shipping <qppor-' Esposito' obtained tunities with his *A' botdc, but it also his QMED rating at benefits the entire membership. The the Harry Lundebrothers who graduate from this pro­ berg School. A veteran of the Italian gram are valuable additions to our Navy, Brother Esposito makes his home Union's membership because they are well prepared to take on the responsi­ in Naples wiih his wife Rosa and their four children. He ships out of the port bilities and obligations of a full *A' book of New York. member, thereby increasing the SIU's strength and unity. Richard Bntch John Biletz Seafarer Richard Seafarer John I Butch has been sailBiletz has been sail­ ling with the SIU ing with the SIU since his graduation since his graduation ! from the Marry from the Lundeberg Lundeberg School School three years in 1972. Sailing in ago. Brother Biletz the engine room. S'v': got his QMED en­ Brother Butch redorsement at Piney * turned to Piney Point before attend­ Point to obtain his QMED endorsement ing the 'A' Seniority Program. A native before attending the 'A' Seniority Pro­ of Philadelphia, Brother Biletz contin­ gram. 'A native of Union, N.J., Brother ues to live in that city and ships out of ' Butch now lives in Warminster, Pa. Me that port. ships out of the port of San Francisco. Seafarers Log �i>*:! • ^ • 'v'"^'=«'*'5'M'-V^'-''^i-" " ' ) FinidL-Flglitliig for Job .' -. / '4' HOW HOES SHAD WORK? m SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for ••'islectit^ oflfice. • • . 4.k J..*- . ;- 'y-Ti .... -'I I • ..• *r- Mid pcditical pi^^ai^ Seiafar^s ^ Ittoba l^s^^ ^ l^afarers' economic, social, pobtical and ti^de t^idn objectwp&---and^^^^j^^ • •. :y %, ^>1 one^ :6, iNAAlf Jil*ipKO has been exp^ding Ajneric^ poi^ to another goes on iP3.-fl^g shipB. T3W at the expense of the j^vately owned^ h coti^an^ h^|g t^ach^ by powerful b^fes in W^rfiington, manned F.S. merchant marine. We miist be a& to st^ rfmso simh n^ thci oil companies. We must be able to fight these atmdks. lencroachmenta suclb aS the Navy's construction of three tnj^ to • ,2t VfftGEN:||LAMS irfopH0I.I^^ ;*'eomBierciab|fei^ri^^^ tii^-^^rfld be chartered, ^m Iw^feile in die Jones Act «Juc& ex^^s tke^^ V^ Islahds operat6r8> T%Navy must go to Congress for ite fundi fr^ its provisions, The cargo that is daily shipped from a reSPAD donations Sre esienUal to h«^ us fight against the ^ery in the Virgin Islands to U.S, east coast ports, if carried on Nsvy in the halls of Congress. U.S.s^s, would be snfeient to pht a m^orportion of the laid- 7/ PREFERENCE—If we could get a cargo prrferi^p D.S. tanker fle« back to work. Presently this oil is moved effect U would guarantee that a certain amount of ^entirely by forejgmftag vessels. U.S. cargo would be carried on American-fllig ships. Last year We FLAG BKLWThis piece of legidation wdnld cnn-^ ^^ succes^ul in getting an oil ca^o pfefermice law ^rol the predatory ratp cutting of non-national shipinng lines rflongress but^ was pocket vetoed by President Ford, are ^pn^etini;,1^^ AmCjrilan^ s^^ operators i because of the rate cutting, it nieans less jobs fen American ''-^amen. '•v T^REE-WATCH^^ S have been made on ' frfle three-watch system for voy^s under 1,800miles. Certmn ^oups are trying to switch to a two-watch system thereby eniS f dgngering the job security mid the safety of seamen. We mhst [he able to com^gt these attgdes. TRADE REFDRa^^ provisions in this law covelring service industries of which the piaritime indnptry is a pab. This means among othei; thing|j that the harmfttl effects that discriminatory trade practices b] foreign nations have on tT.S. service industies, including mgfi conisiidered for the firft ti internatio blimie tclks in <^n^va Ri fall. T AJd.^ji^ti|ptiohs, The law |^ohi|^ts the use of any Uniou m^ initiation fees, etc., for political adivities. MM 'n ^ ^ ^ part in politicsas those above—;is tj^ough yoluhtary poKticgl contributions "" , to SPAD. -,. -7 ' ,'4v . 1' >, ^ ^ ^ Page 31 September, 1,975 - . ' .— -,4.''-.---.VIA.,. f •• •' yi • • '£AA- • �M'W''- ' w • SEAFARERS 'SSc LOG :'t i '" OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO 243 Have Donated $100 or More to SPAD The following Seafarers and other concerned individuals, 243 in all, have demonstrated an active interest in participating in political and legislative activities which are vital to both our job security and our social and economic welfare, by voluntarily donating $100 or more to the Seafarers Political Activities Donation (SPAD) fund since the beginning of 1975. (The law^rohibits the use of any union money, such as dues, initiation fees, etc., for political activities. The most effective way the trade unionist can take part in politics is through voluntary political contributions.) Eleven who have realized how important it is to let the SIVs voice be heard in the Halls of Congress have contributed $200,three have contributed $300, and one $600. For the rest of the year, the LOG will be running the SPAD honor rolls because the Union feels that in the upcoming years our political role must be maintained if the livelihoods of Seafarers are to be protected. 0: Codetta, P. Adams, W. Contant, W. E. Cross,M. Air,lLN. Davis, J. Algnia, J. Davis, T. Allai,J. AlmascdjB. lie Gnzm|m^P. Anderson, D. DudtoiiK^ Anderson, E. Di Gioigio, J. l|iolgen,D. Andeis<Hi, J. E. Annis, G. Donnellan,A. ' Anmica, Dotterer, J. Amdte, ^ Drozak, F. prozak,P. Aubnsson, E. il|Ocote,C. Aveiy, R. H. D#^ J. Babkowsld, T. BaUey,J. Batbia,N.N. Ellis,P.D. Banm, A. I. Bellinger, W. Famen,F. Berger, D. Fay, J. Bergeiia, S. Fenara, A. Bernstein, A. Ferreira, J. Blanton, M. Fischer, H. BUgen, A. Florons, C. D. Bluitt,!. Fumkawa, H. S. Bpnefont,J.D. Garay,F. Garcia, R. Bonser, L. Gard,C.L. Bondrean,R. Gasldll,H. Boyle, C. GentHe, C. Bojme, F. Gill,F.D. Brand, H. Glaze, R. W. Brannan,G. GUdewell, T. ]foovn,G. Goedie, F. Brooks, S. T. Golder, J. Browne, G. Goncalves, A. Bryant, B. Gould, T. Butts, W. Gaarino,L. Caffey,J. Gnertin, L. CampbeU, A. Gutierrez, A.S. Campbell, D. Hall, Jr., L. CapeDa, F. Hall, Sr., W. Carbmie, V. Hardin, J. Y. Carii^, P. Castnmover, X Hargrove, D. Hart,R Compfpn, W. Haa^M.A. Cir^pano,L. Hernandez, it Compton, W. Heiniiia,E. Conklin, K. Connolly, M. W.' Honeycntt,R. ^iHTMUSy R* t;! -;•• iiU;: *>'.• •SC-- ... I " v:- ^ ' * Imperial, B. Ingelbrigtsai, E.S. ioiip,L. JiKicson, C. D. Justus,!. Kanoa, M. A, KeIier,P.<.^ Kemgood, M. Kelly, C. Kmg, Kusnmato, K. LaHaye,F. La]ip^ibrd,C. Lee,J.F. Leeper,B.. Lewis, J. Lflbedahl, H. Lindsey,H.S. Loleas,P. Loinas, A. Lonbardo, J. Maley, T. Mann, C. Mansfield, L.R. IVfordenes, E. Martian, T. A. Martin^^J. Martinez, O. A. McCartney, G. McFarland,D.R. McKay, D. McMiillin,C. Mesford, H. Messer, C. Michael, J. Miller, C.E. Miller,!. Mitchell, R. Mitchen,W.L. Molina, F. Mollard,C. Mongelli,F. Moody, O.W.> Mooney, E. X. Mortis, E. Morris, W. Morrison, J. A. Mortenson, O. J. ]|lnwallad, M. A. Napier, D. E. Neira, L. Pidson,!. M Pt^dmo, P^nchis, S. J. ^rkin,G.C. Parsons,L.R. P|^s,J. Peralta,R. Perez, J.. Petb,C. Porter, J. Pow, J. Rattray, W. Reinosa, J. Rettenbacher,W. Riddle, D. Riley, E. Rivera, R. V Date. Wiihnni,R. Williams, C. Williams, L. WHson, B. Wilson, C. Wilson,!. Wolf, P. Worley,M. Yahia,S. Yarmola,!. Yoichi,S. Zeag|er,S. Telegados,G. Teipe,K. Therman, E. W. Troy, S. Troxclair,H. Tyler,E. Vangihan, R. YOes,L. Walsh,!. Weeks, J. White, C. White, W. Wiehl,T. $600 Honor Roll Pomerlime,R. $300 Honor Roll Bubaks,H. Hall, P. Pulver,E. $200 Honor Roll V Batchelor, A. Brooks, S.T. Curtis, T. Jones, L. Paradise, L. Gatewood,L. Parrish,J^M. Loper,C. Richardson, N. Makin, W. Seabron, S. SEAFARERS POLmCAL ACTIVITY DONATION r $2no( BROOKLYN, N. Y. 11232 675 FOURTH AVENUE t Contributor's Name Address .City . State . Zip Code S.S. No,, funStam Roce|Rg|rg(|(Pd to fi IUMEA objects and purposes SPAD is a separatej ering tlTrT)oli!Tcal. social " rid economi jmiPs of Seafarer seamen, including, but not limited the preservation and furthering of' |he American Merchant Marine with i oved employment opportunities Jor seamen and the advancemen I'of trade union conr^'-j. In conn, ;tion with such objects, SPrtO supports and contribiites to politiij al candidates tor elective office, contributions are voluntary. No peived because of force, job d Vimination, financial reprisal, or contribution may be solicited or threat of such conduct, or as a coR jUtion of membership in the II ^ n (SlUNA • . or of emp . AGLIWD) ment. If a contribution is made byJiason-of the above impropeg^nduct, notify the Seafarers iJnidn or SPAD at the above address, certAABail within thirty daysjiMn.contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, J|ammluMl||j|^ Support SPAM^ Ti%|Ct and further your economic, political and social interests, Am^pn trade unMaaiiinBtMnd Seafarl^Pamen. A copy of our report filed with the appropriate suoSsory officer is (or will be) available for purchase ronr the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Govermfnt Printing Office, Washington, O.C> 20402.) 20 $ Port. Have You Made YourSPAD Donation This Year? 'i'' : Robertson, L. Robertson, T. Rondo, C. P. Royal, F. Rnlil,M. Sacco, J. Sacco,M. Saeed, F. Salazar, H. Saleh,F. Saleb,H. Sanchez, M. Sawin, M. Selzer, R. Selzer,S. Shappo, M. Shepard, E. S^er, J. ^ Sjamsnryzal, J. Sniifli,H.C. Sorel, J. Spencer, G. Spiegel, H. Spuron, J. Stephens, C. Snrrick, R. H. Tanner, C. Taylor, F. m � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1975 Description An account of the resource Headlines: UNION MADE ‘GREAT STRIDES’ IN PAST KEY TO VICTORY - UNITY MEANY ATTACKS DETENTE, USSR GRAIN DEAL RUSSIANS OK $16 A TON GRAIN SHIPPING RATE PINEY POINT MEETING ABOARD ZIMMERMAN IBU CONVENTION REPORT SHOWS RAPID GROWTH RATE DROZAK ATTENDS FIRST LNG STUDY GROUP TULANE UNIVERSITY GRAD SCHOOL HONORS HALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS LABOR LEADERS CALL FOR REASSESSMENT OF U.S. POLICIES CONVENTION REPORT: UNIFICATION STRENGTHENED UIW REPORT OF CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE HALL BLASTS STATE DEPARTMENT AT CONVENTION ‘BUSHEL OF WHEAT FOR BARREL OF OIL’ POLITICS AND CARGO KEY TO MARITIME REVIVAL: BENTLEY WILL NEGOTIATE COMPETITIVE FREIGHT RATE CALHOON DISPUTES FORD’S MARITIME POLICIES SIU COUNSEL SEES ‘HEAVY LEGAL SEAS’ FOR UNIONS HLS AIM: ‘TOTAL EDUCATION FOR WHOLE MAN’ FITZGERALD SAYS UNION CHIEFS SHOULD ENGAGE IN GRAIN TALKS SIU SPECIAL COUNSEL DISCUSSES NEW PENSION LAW NULL SAYS IBPAW WANTS AFFILIATION WITH SIUNA MEANY, HALL, DUNLOP, GLEASON ADDRESSES HIGHLIGHT SIUNA 17TH BIENNIAL CONVENTION HALL, WEISBERGER, DIGIORGIO, AFFILIATE VPS ELECTED CONVENTION DELEGATES OK 38 RESOLUTIONS A WARNING TO STATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AND STARTING DATES 26TH BOSUNS’ CLASS ‘A’ BOOK PROGRAM LEGISLATION THAT AFFECTS YOUR JOB Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1975 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. XXXVII, No. 9 1975 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/a2a5f7cc1f4cb499de960c59795ef28d.PDF 0df1ab187e120d1256a55769eec5ecdf PDF Text Text -r—.'t-; •>"- '/ ' .•>' • • .'. f ^i %l I -,- . • ^.• :. . • J^.:r: •* r a^nsiwwP ^74 -V^ /-: ,r, .C <<5 ' / ' x.x •r-'^ " - •»•«;- ' 1^ >s ^•r^. '. ' ,r . >-- • ^rit '» ^ J»-»-.»W«, <1, ^ '" rs^v #---'V>,J Where Is Our State Department? •-.'V I; "ii TM» Pt«tw It Intended I» l«» Ilii PiiMc Know Whjt l^n Itoe Ocpnrtnwnl Is Oolnj T» itm Hitionnl Sntotttf „ ..;•. • •• "Vi-'^-id ** j-r'. ••,TN« c«»HmMo« • .W:? • ^ •- • . • v«l, .'; 6" I ,•_ .; -;• V-, '^X' .rAft^io Mori^ W(p«a*^;:':^Jv. • .-I X'l //'• • . -i ' yi , •- .ir\^ > - A' ' t'-' I 1 * .>'"-• •'.- I .• 1 r.'-. I r" '-• :':/Xiv:'X' I r . J. , H," • "-i - 1 11 I Members Approve SIU-IBU Merger See Page 2 .""S-"' .-/(''A •"• '." Si- ' ¥" �^Tjrrrr f After Month-Long Vote SIU, IBU Members OK Merger of fhe Two Unions n ii The majority of both the SIU and IBU memberships have okayed the proposed merger of the Inland Boat­ men's Unitm into the SIU Atlantic and Gulf District in a month-long secret mail ballot referendmn. As a result of the two memberships' concurrence with the Resolution for Merger and Consti­ tutional Amendments, the SIU and IBU are now one strong Union governed by one unified Constitution. The ballots, which were stored at the Sterling National Bank in New York, were counted separately by SIU and IBU membership-elected Tallying Com­ mittees. The IBU Tallying Committee, which counted only IBU ballots, was elected at a special membership meet­ ing in the port of New Yoric on Aug. 17, 1976. The SIU Tallying Committee was elected at a special meeting at Head­ quarters the following day. in motion at the June membership meet­ ing in New York when the SIU Execu­ tive Board introduced a resolution call­ ing for the merger of the two unions. The resolution was overwhelmingly ac­ cepted by the membership, first at the New York meeting and then at subse­ quent meetings in all SIU port^.. i A similar I'esolution was submitted A final tabulation of the votes show that SIU members voted 2625 for the merger, and 90 against. IBU members voted 2040 for the merger, and 212 against. Since (he TaDying Committee re­ leased its report jnst as this issue of the paper was going to press, die Log will print the full text of the Committee's report in the October issue. The wheels for merger were first set Continued on Page 27 , I Jobless Rate Rises to 7.9^o; Hits High for '76 n , r: % U. S. unmnployment soared last month for the third straight month to a year's record high of 7.9 percent from 7.8 percent in July. Last December, the jobless rate was 8.3 percent—the high­ est level in more than 30 years. The Federal Government has pre­ dicted that unemployment would be cut to 7 percent by the end of this year. Last month the number of jobless jumped by 80,000 to 7.5 million, the largest hike since 7.8 million people couldn't find work last December. Those with jobs total 87,981,000. CMBmenthig (m the rise, AFL-OO "Preridmt Geoige Meany declared Tn die two years of Mr. Ford's presidaicy, the (rikial rate ol unes^yment has risen from 5.5 percmit to 7.9 percmiL That means diere are 2.5 million more Americans anen^oyed now than when he took oflke." Meany further observed that there are I million fewer manufacturing workers (jobless rate 8.2 percent) and •600,000 fewer construction workers (jobless rate 17.1 percent) today than two years ago and that these statistics show only the "official, imderstated record." He added that if the Government's figures included those workers too dis­ illusioned to look for work and those compelled to work part time due to the lack of full time jobs, an "honest count" would reveal that the unemployment rate today is a true 10.5 percent with 10.1 million jobless. Unemployment rates among heads of households almost tripled between the PRESIDENT'S REPORT: PavllUI Why We Can't Sit Still Thirty years ago this month, the American maritime labor movement, after years of struggling for recognition and dignity, achieved one of its greatest victories. This milestone event, which in a very real sense marked the coming of age for maritime labor, was the General Strike of 1946 during which thousands of American seamen shut down virtually every port in the United States. It was such a tremendous victory because not only did we win huge in­ creases in our wages and benefits, but the maritime lalwr movement emerged from the strike as the most powerful force within the U.S. maritime industry. However, 30 years is a long time,^ and since the General Strike of 1946 the U.S. maritime industry has undergone a more radical change in regard to technology and methods than any other traditional American industry. The old ships are gone, the old companies are gone^ and some of the tradi­ tional seafaring skills are no longer applicable aboard the automated mer-. chant vessels of today. Think about it! In 1946, there were several thousand liberty ships alone in the U.S. merchant fleet. Today, the entire U.S. fleet has no more than 500 ships, including tankers, dry bulk carriers and containerships. In 1946 the U.S.-North Atlantic liner cargo run required 250 ships for proper service. Yet today, just 10 SL-7's could conceivably do the same job. It should be clear to all of us that a great many changes have-taken place and will continue to take place in our industry. Our bldtimers will remember that in 1946 the SIU had 11 wmpanies unemployment to 3 percent, it would give the Government $70 billion in new tax revenues each year. In lost buying power for the Ameri­ can worker, prices rose 14.1 percent under the Ford Administration. Gro­ cery prices rose 71 percent in the last eight years with potatoes, bacon, sugar and coffee prices more than doubled. A retired couple living in an urban area had their cost of living go up 7 percent this year. And finally, residential electricity rates have gone up a startling 76.4 per­ cent; natural gas prices went up to .96 cents per 1,000 cubic feet; home heat­ ing prices increased .24 cents; gasoline prices also jumped 76 percent and in­ terest rates have gone sky high dfiring the GOP reign. 1969 and August 1976. The rate for black workers moved up last month to 13.6 percent from 12.9 percent the month before. The jobless rate for wo­ men between 20 and 24 jumped sub­ stantially. The rate for adult women rose to 7.7 percent from 6.6 percent in July. Teenage Jobless Rate For black teenagers, the jobless rate this August was 40.2 percent from 34.1 percent in July! For other teenagers 16 to 19, unemployment climbed to 19.7 percent from 18.1 percent in July. The economic cost loss from unem­ ployment means that for every 1 per­ cent of joblessness, the Government loses $14 billion in uncollected taxes. If we could go from our 7.9 percent under contract, not one of them a tanker outfit. And of these original 11, only two companies. Delta and Waterman, are still in existence. Gone are such familiar names on ffie old ships as Alcoa, Bull Line, Eastern, Robin andmore. Back in 1946, we could have sat back and lived comfortably with what we had achieved—^for a few years anyway„ But if we had done this, the SIU would unfortunately be lying in the same graveyard with Bull Line, Robin Line and the rest. Instead, we worked hard to better ourselves, and as a result, the SIU today is the strongest maritime union in America holding contracts with 85 deepsea and Great Lakes liner, bulk and tanker operators, as well as contracts with 90 tugboat outfits. I believe we have achieved our stature as a strong, viable labor Union for three very important reasons: we have had the intelligence to recognize our problems, and with an eye on the future, have worked hard to solve them; we have maintained the flexibility necessary to accept radical change instead of fighting it; and most importantly, we as a membership have maintained 9 high degree of internal unity—the ability to work together for the collective good of the organization despite personal likes or dislikes. Internal unity has always meant a great deal to us as an organization because without a united membership the SIU could not have organized the shipping companies which are the basis of our job security structure. Without a united membership we could not have successfully entered into politics, which today and in the future holds the fate of the maritime industry. And without a united membership we could not have established the training and upgrading programs at the Harry Lundeberg School, which is providing the SIU membership with the seafaring job skills of the future, such as LNG/LPG. Oddly enough, the SIU of 1976 is in much the same position as the SIU of 1946. We can sit back and live comfortably with the gains we have made, and we could probably do well for a few years. But eventually we would fall by the wayside. Or in the tradition of the SIU, we can continue and intensify our organinizing, political and educational programs, not only to keep the SIU strong for 1977 and 1978, but to break new ground in developing a base of security for aU Seafarers—both the young men just starting out and the oldtimers ready to retire—for years to come. The opportunity for growth and increased security for the SIU as a viable labor organization is well within our reach. By remaining a united member­ ship and working together as we have always done, we can boost U.S. mari­ time back to the top of the competitive world merchant marine, while at the same time solidifying our own role within the industry. When you look at it closely, nobody can stop us but ourselves. Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf Lakes and Inland Waters District AFL.cio fivn Fmirth AW> D••<^ALlw» M V 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. Vol. XXXVIII, No. 9, September 1976. ' Fourth Ave., Brooklyn. N.Y. Page 2 Seafarers Log -iriy L.-aaSv' T'J �To £/ecf CaHor-Mondale Ticket AFL-CIO General Board Sets 6-Point Plan The labor movement launched its "all-out campaign" to elect the Demo­ cratic presidential ticket of Jimmy Carter and Walter Mondale when last month's meeting of the AFL-CIO Gen­ eral Board unanimously adopted a sixpoint program of political action and education "to make the nation a win­ ner on Nov. 2." The General Board, which is made up of representatives of the AFL-CIO's 109 affiliated unions and seven de­ partments, afiirmed that "Jimmy Carter has earned the support of labor and all Americans through his record of posi­ tive accomplishments as governor of the State of Georgia, the policies and programs he stands for, and his con­ duct of the campaign for the Demo­ cratic nomination which displayed the characteristics of leadership, dedication and hard work needed in the ofiSce of the President." The Board, which was meeting for the first time in more than three years, also noted that Carter "has made jobs his number *• i.e issue and has addressed himself to the majo" concern of woricii^ Americans—fear of losing their jobs." On the other hand, the General Board tagged the 1976 Republican Party Platform as "anti-worker, antilabor and anti-progress," and the Board charged that "in every instance where the Republican Party had an oppor­ tunity to choose between a moderate, progressive, firmly-rooted program and the strident, divisive rhetoric of the ex­ treme right, it chose the extreme right." Six Point Program Along with a pledge of "united, untireless efforts . . . in support of the Carter-Mondale ticket," labor's sixpoint program will include: • A massive voter registration drive among union members that sets a tar­ get of 100 percent registration of union members and their families. Full labor support of the A. Philip Randolph Institute, the Concerned Seniors for Better Government, the Labor Council for Latin American Ad­ vancement and Frontlash in their ef­ forts to register minorities, the elderly and the young. • Intensified efforts to inform ter cited balanced growth, stable prices and well-managed Government as the "basic ingredients that must go into the correction of our economic woes." Carter also paid tribute to labor for its historic fights on behalf of minimum wage laws, adequate health care, tax reform and Social Security. Democratic Presidential nominee Jimmy Carter waves to AFL-CIO General Board meeting after hearing labor's program to elect him in November. With Carter, from the left are AFL-CIO President George Meany; AFL-CIO Secre­ tary-Treasurer Lane Kirkland; Georgia AFL-CIO President Herbert H. Mabry and Machinists President Floyd E. Smith. union members of the issues in the elec­ tion, where the candidates stand, their records, and the proposals contained in the platforms of the two parties. • Continued and intensified efforts to elect a liberal, progressive House and Senate that will give Carter the support he will need as President to get America back to work. • The strongest, most effective getout-the-vote campaign ever conducted by the labor movement, including the establishment of phone banks, car pools, babysitting services and other mechanisms to help union members get to the polls on Nov. 2. • Total support of COPE (labor's political arm) as the best, most effec­ tive vehicle to achieve these goals. The General Board made it clear, however, that "achieving victory on Nov. 2 requires more than resolutions, endorsements and rhetoric. It will reqyi^e millions of volunteer hours, millions of telephone calls, massive mail­ ings and the personal commitment that trade unionists bring to politics." Responds Appreciatively In response to labor's support, Car- INDEX Legislative News Washington Activities ..... Page 9 Committee changes Page 9 Union News President's Report .... ... .Page 2 SPAD honor roll .... Page 31 Headquarters Notes Page 7 New York meeting. Page 4 General News Seapower symposium Page 5 National unemployment .. .Page 2 AFL-CIO General Board meets ..Page3 Platforms compared ......Page 5 Fishery council appointment — Page 7 Automation symposium ...Page 3 Sailors Snug Harbor..... Page 8 Shipping St. Clair............ September, 1976 Page 5 Dispatchers Report Ships' Committees Ship's Digests Page 21 Page 6 Page 26 Training and Upgrading Upgrading class schedule, requirements and application Pages 28-29 Seafarers participate in "A" seniority upgrading ... Page 30 GED requirements and application Page29 Membership News Numismatist Page 13 Former scholarship winner Page 19 New SlU pensioners Page 22 Final Departures Pages 24-25 Special Features What Is SPAD? Immunization Seapower article Back Page Page 23 Pages 10-11 ter told the General Board gathering, which^also included the 50 AFL-CIO State Federation presidents, that he ex­ pected a close race, which "makes labor's support even more vital and more appreciated," and he declared, "the difference in winning and losing will be in the hands of people like you and those you represent." Calling full employment "the most important thing of all" for economic recovery. Carter affirmed: "Some peo­ ple say it costs too much to put our people back to work. I think it costs too much not to put our people back to work." In addition to full employment, Car­ Supports Maritime Even before the AFL-CIO pledged their "all-out support" for Carter, the former Georgia governor came out strongly for a U.S. merchant marine capable of hauling "a major portion of our own foreign cargo." More than three months ago. Carter announced a four-point program for rebuilding the U.S. merchant fleet, as follows: • Assure continuing presidential at­ tention to the objective of having our nation achieve and maintain the de­ sired U.S.-flag merchant marine. • Dedicate ourselves to a program which would result in a U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine with ships that are com­ petitive with foreign-flag ships in origi­ nal cost, operating cost and produc­ tivity. • Enact and develop a national cargo policy which would assure our U.S.-flag merchant marine a fair share of all types of cargo. • Continue to enforce our Ameri­ can cabotage laws, such as the Jones Act, which requires that U.S.-flag ships trade between our U.S. domestic ports. In addition to Carter's pledge, the Democratic National Convention voted to incorporate a strong maritime plank into its 1976 platform. The Republi­ cans rejected a similar maritime plank. (See related story in this Log). "Consider Mental Health" Hall Submits Challenge To Automation Planners WASHINGTON — SIU President Paul Hall told 300 delegates from 15 countries attending an international conference on shipboard automation that they must concern themselves with the "human consequences" of improved technology. Speaking at the Second International Symposium on Ship Operation Automa­ tion held here recently, President Hall said that what alarms him more than the elimination of jobs through automation is the "degradation of jobs" and the threat to "workers' mental health." He said that boredom aboard ship has always been a fact of seafaring life, but with an automated ship—with no real duties to perform—"men's minds and reflexes could degenerate beyond any hope of revival." But, Hall said, consid­ eration of the "human element" in de­ signing automated ships could dampen the debilitating effects of mindless auto­ mation. He stated: "Job design may be the key and when highly automated ships are laid out, the role of crewmen should be taken into account by striving to build in such fac­ tors as interest and mental stimulation." Hall said that maritime labor does not oppose automation. HeL.said: "We rec- ognize how much it is contributing to the safety and comfort of the ships we sail. It can continue to make our fleets more competitive in the transportation race, and create more jobs than it elim­ inates." But he pointed out that automation must be applied with "due concern for the human beings—Seafarers—who are committeed to live on a small floating world for long periods of time." Hall said that employers have for some time been required by law to pre­ serve the riches of nature and safeguard the physical well-being of employees, and he asked if it wasn't reasonable to see the same consideration for workers' mental health. He said: "As sure as industry has a legal obl^ation to care for the physical health of workers, it has a moral obligation to care for their sanity." Summing up with a personal observa­ tion on the meaning of scientific ad­ vancement, Hall said: "What is obvious above all is that mankind, not science, must be in con­ trol—that scientific progress is not the ultimate purpose of the human race, but human progress must be and is the ultimate purpose of science." Page 3 �r rcrivs3-ii,«?;• •fj-rx'.-.- August and September .J Emphasis on Upgrading at N.Y. Meetings %• A '\ h) ^ I ^here's always something new X cropping up in the 'maritime in­ dustry and within the Union itself, and what better place to find out about it than at a monthly member­ ship meeting. In fact, the monthly meeting can be better than reading about new developments, because the meeting provides an open fomm for discussion and action on the issues. At the last two membership meet­ ings, August and September, in the port of New York, the emphasis has been on the need for continuing the upgrading of job skills and ratings for Seaforers. This message yfas primarily car­ ried on the lips of graduating 'A* Seniority Upgraders who had com­ pleted die 30-day course and were receiving their full books. At Au­ gustus meeting, the first expanded class of 12 seniority upgraders grad­ uated, with the second expanded class getting their hooks at the Sep­ tember meeting. In all, 262 Seafar­ ers have achieved 'A' Seniority through this program in the last three years. Each upgrader took his turn on deck, passing on some good words to the membership. And the good word almost always was to take full ad­ vantage of the training and upgrad­ ing prograr": at the Lundeberg School, because, from their own ex­ perience, education holds '^unlimited opportunities'* for Seafarers. As at every membership meeting at Headquarters, SIU President Paul Hall brought Seafarers up-to-date both on the most pressing issues affecting maritime today, and what the SIU is doing about them to pro­ tect our job stnicture and security. In addition, SIU Vice President Frank Drozak gave a rundown on the Union's progress in contracting new companies and new ships, as well as what ships had been laid up or lost in the previous months. fl t- y..'| The happy Seafarer displaying his new full 'A' book after September meeting is Seniority Upgrader Gilbert Payton. , " SIU Executive Vice President Frank Drozak talks about the SlU's progress in contracting new companies and new ships. SIU Representative Pete Loleas, left, registers three Seafarers for work before meeting. They are, from the left, Dan Mullins and B. Bergrund, able-seamen, and Ed Kaznowsky, chief steward. August membership meeting in port of New York, Atlantic Coast Vice Presi­ dent Bull Shepard, standing at dais, chairs meeting. Upgrader Roberto Duron is shown at the Septem­ ber meeting after receiving full book, firefighting endorsement and first aid certificate he achieved through 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program. Page 4 Upgrader Joe Townsend, a cook and baker, has his chance on deck as he graduates during August membership meeting At August meeting 'A' Seniority Up­ grader George Lusk encourages Sea­ farers to take advantage of educa­ tional opportunities at Lundeberg School. SIU President Paul Hall gives the membership a rundown on the most pressing issues affecting maritime today and what the Union is doing about them to protect jobs and job security. Upgrader Barney Loane is part of the first expanded class of 12 seniority upgraders. A total of 262 Sea­ farers have received^their full books through this program in the last three years. Seafarers Log �it5.-..rt7TOfej«re • At Navy League^ NMC Symposium J'/ Hall Urges US, Adopt Total Seapower Concept NEW ORLEANS —Fear that the United States could "fade as a great power" unless it strengthens its seapower concept was expressed recently by SIU President Paul Hall. Speaking at a Symposium on Seapower, sponsored jointly by the Navy League and the National Maritime Council, Hall warned that the decline of America's Navy and merchant ma­ rine would continue until the U.S. "adopts a total seapower perspective." Citing what he termed "the precipi­ tous decline" of both the U.S. Navy and the merchant marine. Hall called for greater cooperation between these two seaborne services. He said: "Too often wc have lacked the breadth of vision to see America's seapower as an integrated whole." In urging closer cooperation between the Navy and the merchant marine. Hall said that the use of the merchant fleet for certain auxiliary services would— result in a saving of Navy shipbuilding funds which could be "reprogrammed to build more of the Navy combat ships __ ^ ^ • PlOtfOrmS ConnpQr0Cl • our nation so desperately needs." Hall said that the feasibility of such programs was adequately demonstrated when the SlU-contracted Erna Eliza­ beth successfully participated in an ex­ perimental program to see if privately- a'ii operated U.S. tankers could supply U.S. Navy combat ships at sea. He said that in its'broadest sense, a nation's "seapower" includes all those elements that permit it to use the oceans to its advantage—"its Navy, the mer­ chant fleet, its shipbuilding, its fishing industry and its knowledge of marine science and engineering." ' Office of Maritime Affairs Taking part in the Seapower symposium were, from the left seated: Paul Richardson, vice chairman of Sea-Land Service, Inc.; Robert Blackwell, U.S. rnaritime administrator; Paul Hall, president of the SIU, and E. B. Potter pro­ fessor of History at the U.S. Naval Academy; from the left standing: Frank McNerney, central regional director of the U.S. Maritime Administration; Norman Polmar, editor of the U.S. section of Jane's Fighting ships; Don Walsh, professor at the Institute of Marine and Coastal Studies at the Universlty of southern California, and Rear Admiral William H. Livingston, U.S. Navy, retired. Hall also called for the creation of an Office of Maritime Affairs at the White House level to coordinate various civil­ ian maritime activities, and to "permit more constructive interfacing with the Navy." Such an office, he said, would give "greater visibility and emphasis to total seapower needs." Pointing to the increasing dependence of the United States on waterborne im­ ports of energy and raw materials. Hall urged the development of a national cargo policy to provide for a "more re­ liable transport capability" for strategic imports—and he expressed confidence that a guaranteed share of oil imports for U.S.-flag ships "will ultimately be­ come law." • t,-^ • rj ''ii Republicans Make No Mention of Merchant Marine The Republican Party's 1976 presi­ dential campaign platform released late last month does not contain even one specific reference to the U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine, unlike " the Democratic Party's platform which includes a threepoint plank calling for a national mari­ time policy. SIU President Paul Hall, along with Moore-McCormack Resources Chair­ man James R. Barker, spoke before both parties' platform drafting commit­ tees on behalf of the U.S. maritime in­ dustry, presenting strong arguments in favor of protecting and expanding our merchant fleet. The maritime proposals they pre­ sented had been drawn up by the Com­ mittee for a New Maritime Program, formed through the SIU's initiative, and composed of over 60 maritime unions, companies and associations. The Democrats reacted to the pro­ posals by drafting and approving a specific maritime plank which commits them to a revitalization of the U.S. fleet. Dealing directly with the American merchant marine's problems, this threepoint plank calls for, "a strong and competitive merchant fleet, built in the United States and manned by Ameri­ can seamen, as an instrument of inter­ national relations and national security. In order to revitalize our merchant fleet, the (Democratic) party pledges itself to a higher level of coordination of maritime policy, reaffirmation of the objectives of the Merchant Marine Acts of 1936 and 1970, and the develop­ ment of a national cargo policy which assures the U.S. fleet a fair participa­ tion in all U.S. trades." Republicans Avoid Maritime Although the transportation section of the Republican Party's platform men­ tions the interstate highway system, de­ veloping new automobile and rail sys­ tems, aiding railroads by abolishing present regulatory restraints and the unfair treatment of U.S. airlines at for­ eign airports, it fails to even specifically mention ocean transportation. The only section which can be in­ directly related to maritime states that "The Federal Government has a special responsibility to foster those elements of our national transportation system that are essential to foreign and inter­ state commerce and national defense." In its section on energy proposals the Republican platform calls for a reduced dependence of foreign energy sources. Once again the role of the U.S. mari­ time industry is ignored and ocean transportation of energy is not men­ tioned. Overall Republican Platform Organized labor's overall opinion of the Republican platform has been characterized by AFL-CIO President George Meany as a platform "only a William McKinley could love," written in a tone that is "condescending and paternalistic towards workers, minori­ ties, the elderly and the poor." "For the elderly," Meany charges, "there are kind words. For the poor, charity from private institutions. For workers, more so-called 'right-to-work' laws." A comparison of the two parties' platforms shows that the Democrat's coincides with the proposals made by the AFL-CIO "in jobs, the economy, social programs, foreign policy, civil rights and education, in nearly every area," Meany said. The Democratic platform opposes "right-to-work" laws while endorsing full employment, tax reform and other pro-labor legislation. y r: f :-1i Congressional Bill Would Gut Food Stomp Program If conservatives in Congress have their way, striking workers will not be able to receive food stamps. In August, / some Congressmen got a bill approved in" the House of Representatives Agri­ culture Committee that would gut the food stamp program. This measure, H.R. 13613, also would cut benefits for unemployed and low wage workers. The Amalgamated Meatcutters and Butcher Workmen is spearheading la­ bor's fight against this bill, which will be debated on the House floor in Sep­ tember. "This fight is crucial," Leon Schachter, international vice president of the meatcutters union-warned in a letter to the SIU and other unions. "The food stamp program has been extremely important to the welfare of unemployed workers and their familiesjn the current recession. It has been vital to the suc­ cess of many unions during long strikes." Churches,- civil rights and civic groups, together with unions, are now gearing up to strike out the bad provi­ September, 197; sions of this bill while protecting the good parts. severely limited. These deductions are used in calculating a family's net in­ come to determine if they are eligible. Also slipped into the bill is the re­ Major Alms Labor and its allies will seek certain major aims concerning this bill. The most important is to eliminate the ban on strikers. Even though striking work­ ers meet all the eligibility requirements of the program, the House Agriculture Committee voted 20-17 to prevent strikers and their families from receiv­ ing food stamp benefits. Second, unions and their allies will seek to restore some of the benefits that were cut by the Committee. Although low wage workers lieed food stamps to supplement their income, under H.R. 13613 only families living at or below the Government fixed poverty level would qualify. The new limiting yearly income for a family of four would be $5,500 compared with $6,636 under the current program. Under the new bill, standard deduc­ tions allowable from gross income are • quirement that states contribute two percent more of the program's cost. Third, then labor is opposing this proContinued on Page 27 Giant^ New Lakes MlV St. Clair Hauls Coal to Detroit The SlU-manned 770-foot M/V St. Clair (American Steamship Co.), which holds a record as the largest vessel ever side-launched on the Great Lakes, is now hauling 45,000 short tons of Mon­ tana low sulphur, clean-burning coal from the twin ports of Duluth-Superior, Wise, to the Detroit Edison Company's new electric generating plant on the St. Clair River in Michigan. The $24-million carrier, which is on a long term contract to haul coal for the utility, was built by the Bay Ship­ building Corp. of Sturgeon Bay, Wise, which will build two more sisterships to the 43,500 dwt M/ V St. Clair. At this very moment, an even larger coal car­ rier, the 1,000-foot M/V Belle River (American Steamship Co.) is now under construction at the Bay Shipyard. She'll be delivered next summer and also go into service for the Detroit Edi­ son Co. This year alone 2.6-million tons of Montana coal will be carried on the Lakes to the Detroit utility and 8-million by 1980. The M/F St. Clair has a self-unload­ ing capacity of 7,000 short tons an hour. Her diesel engines produce a 10,500 shaft hp at a speed of 16 mph. The ship's draft is 30 feet. Peire 5 '.y; •i �The Committee Page Eagle Voyager Committee Thomas Jefferson Committee A % I Deck Delegate Don Paccio (left) has his arm around Recertified Bosun Elbert Hogge, ship's chairman of the SS Eagle Voyager (Sea Transport) as they pose for a photo with the rest of the Ship's Committee of Steward Delegate James E. Ward (left), and Engine Delegate E. P. Burke. The ship paid off on Aug. 11 at Stapleton Anchorage, S.I., N.Y. Seated above Engine Delegate John "Zero" Fedesovich gets his photo taken with the Ship's Committee of the SS Thomas Jefferson (Waterman) at a payoff recently in Port Newark, N.J. The other members of the committee are (I. to r.): Deck Delegate George Glennon; Recertified Bosun Albert J. Doty, ship's chairman: Steward Delegate Fred Washington, and Chief Electrician Ross Guymon, educational director Houston Committee Charleston Committee • tf'' lis I Two recertified bosuns, Jan Beye (2nd right), ship's chairman, and Deck Dele­ gate Walter Gustavson (right) are on the Ship's Committee of the SS Charles­ ton (Sea-Land). Other members are (I. to r.); Chief Steward J. Nash, secretaryreporter; Steward Delegate Righetti, and Engine Delegate Jose Del Rio. The ship paid off Aug. 20 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Yukon Committee Bosun B. R. Kitchens (2nd right), ship's chairman of theT/SA/S Vu/con"(Hudson Waterways), is on deck with the Ship's Committee of (I. to r.): Steward Dele­ gate John Thomas; Engine Delegate Calvin Wilson, and Deck Delegate E. Beverly at a payoff on Aug. 18 in Port Reading, N.J. Recertified Bosun Frank Teti (2nd right) ship's chairman of the SS Houston (Sea-Land) sports a neat suntan at a payoff on Aug. 26 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. The other members of the Ship's Committee are (I. to r.): Chief Steward C. J. Gibson, secretary-reporter; Steward Delegate Tom O'Brien, and Deck Dele­ gate H. McCue. Tampa Committee Recertified Bosun Guillermo Castro (right), ship's chairman of the SS Tampa. : (Sea-Land), leads a happy crew and Ship's Committee at a payoff on Aug. 20 in Port Elizabeth, N.J. From left are: Pantryman Sara Sotomayor; Steward Delegate Edgar Vazquez; Chief Steward B. B. Henderson, secretary-reporter, and Deck Delegate .Nick Caputo. Seated is Third Cook Roberto Escobar. Page 6 Seafarers Log f . •it:'"• �-TT-r Headquarters Notqs by SIU Executive Vice President Frank Drozak Through shipboard Union meetings, Seafarers let the SIU know about their problems and their views on Union affairs. Problems on board ship, except for petty personal quarrels, can be aired and settled. The minutes are sent to Union Headquarters so SIU officials can learn what the members are thinking and patrolmen leam about outstanding beefs that need to be settled at payoff. For a vigorous and democratic Union, all men at sea should actively participate in the meetings. The shipboard meeting is also the Union's way of keeping the members informed about what is going on. Copies of the Log with up-to-date news about industry and Union affairs are sent out to the ships with a list Of the most imimportant articles. Headquarers sends telegrams about urgent Union matters to the ship's chairman. Sometimes members complain that they cannot think of anything to discuss at their meetings. Reading aloud articles from the Log and discussing them is thdbest idea. Meetings are held each Sunday while a ship is at sea. All members except those standing watch should attend. The bosun serves as the ship's chairman, the chief steward acts as the sec­ retary-reporter and the treasurer and keeps the minutes, and the chief elec­ trician, pumpman or day working QMED serves as the education director. In addition to these three men, the ship's committee consists of an elected delegate from each department. So the meeting will run smoothly, there is an agenda, which simply means the order in which the meeting is conducted. First, the chairman calls the meeting to order. Second, the secretary-reporter reads the minutes of the previous meeting. Third, the delegates from each department read their reports which can include any problems in the department such as disputed overtime. The members vote whether to accept or reject all reports. Fourth, old business is discussed. Every member has a right to speak, but if everyone speaks at once, that infringes on the rights of people who have some­ thing to say. Therefore, no one should speak unless he has been recognized by the chair. You may be recognized by holding up your hand or standing up. The method of bringing anything to the attention of the crew for action is to make a motion. Discussion can only take place after a motion has been made and seconded, except in that part of the agenda entitled "good and welfare." Motions should deal only with the business at hand. After the dis­ cussion, a vote is taken. After the old business is finished, the fifth item—new business—is discussed. Sixth is good and welfare. During good and welfare, you can get up and talk about what you think should be done by the Union and for the benefit of the Union. This is a good place for the oldtimers to clarify issues and give the score to the newcomers. Any questiops can be asked. No motions can be made or actions taken. It is strictly a discussion period where the membership can clear the air and give and get information. To be effective when you get the floor, remember to keep to the point— convince with facts—don't become personal—and keep it short. A pint of tact is worth more than a case of Scotch! Last, we observe one minute of silence in honor of our departed brothers. Then the meeting is adjourned. Shipboard meetings are conducted according to Robert's Rules of Order, which are standard for running meetings in the English speaking world. For details on the fine points of running a meeting, consult the Robert's Rules which are found on every ship and in every Union Hall. In Union business occurring this month, 11 more Seafarers graduated from the "A" Seniority Program. This brings to 262 the number of men who have guaranteed their security by earning their "A" book. At the same time, they build the future of the Union by replacing our older brothers who are now retiring and have passed away. Guaranteeing the future of the Union and looking out for our job security is every member's business. The best way to do this is through upgrading at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. There are many programs each month down at the school which lead to specific endorsements. Of these, perhaps the most important is the firefighting course, one day of which is spent in Piney Point and one in Carle. N.J. In the future, all U.S. seamen will be required to have a firefighting certificate. Looking to the very near future, LNG/LPG tankers will soon be sailing in the U.S. merchant fleet. To work on board one of these technologically ad­ vanced tankers, special training is required which you can get at the Lundeberg School. (See the upgrading schedule in this issue of the Log for details). The plans for the Steward Department Recertification Program are coming along well. A curriculum is being worked out and will soon be presented to the members. '• / J .1 V$ i L SIUNA Official Named to Fishery Management Council John Burt, secretary-treasurer of the SIUNA-affiliated New Bedford Fisher­ men's Union and a vice president of the SIUNA, has been appointed to a twoyear term on the New England Fishery Management Council, one of the largest of eight regional councils set up for the management and conservation of U.S. fisheries within the newly established 200-mile fishery conservation zone off America's coasts. Burt, one of 68 voting members of the eight regional councils, was appointed to the post by Secretary of Commerce Elliot Richardson at the request of Massachusetts Gov. Michael S. Duka­ kis. He represents the only voice of an AFL-CIO-affiliated union on the eight coiihcils, which are made up mostly of people from industry, government and environmental groups. In addition to the New Englahd Council, the Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976, which goes into effect Mar. 1, 1977, calls for re­ gional councils to represent the Mid- atlantic. South Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf, Pacific, North Pacific and Western Pacific areas. The councils' jurisdiction will cover the 2(X)-mile conservation zone limits off the Atlantic, Gulf and West Coasts, Alaska and Hawaii. These regional councils, considered the basic tool for the management and conservation of America's fisheries, are designed to fulfill six vital functions: • To develop fishery management plans and amendments to them. • To submit periodic reports to the secretary of commerce (the Commerce Department is responsible for enforce­ ment of the 20()-mile limit). • To review and revise assessments (rf optimum yield and allowable foreign fishing. Optimum yield is defined by the Commerce Department as that part of a fishery that will provide "the greatest overall benefit to the nation, with par­ ticular reference to food production and recreational opportunities." • To conduct public hearings on de­ velopment of fishery management plans and on the administration of the 200mile law. • To establish scientific and statisti­ cal committees and necessary advisory panels. • To undertake any other activities necessary to carry out the provisions of the law. Council members say they will take all economic, social, biological and eco­ logical factors into serious consideration in developing their programs for Amer­ ica's fisheries. Burt says that he hopes his participa­ tion on the council will help "give New England fishermen an even break." Currently, Burt is an industry, ad­ visor to the International Commission for the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries, which has attempted to manage fisheries stocks in the Northwest Atlantic for the past two decades on an international basis. .A y Three "SPAD" Contributions Unclaimed Steiiait Wages Below is a list of Seafarers who have imclaimed wages due them from Steuart Tankers. According to the company, hone of the apiounts is less than $5.98 and most are from $20 to $45, The largest is $586. Nicht^ Andreadis WUIiamE. Babbitt Raod^S-BaUey iUfonso Betancourt James F. Brack james E. BrewerKevin R. Carison Stanley J. Ci jfeahkJ*'" September, 1976 If your name appears below, the com­ pany asks that you send your request along with your Social Security number to: Steuart Tankers Company, P.O. Box 25398, Houston, Tex. 77005. Anasfacio Cruzado I Carl Byron Davis Pedro T. DeAkino Stephen Demetri James R. Davis ' Cl^es W. Eastwood Farook Mohamed Essa Daniel W.Franck WUliaih J. Gagne^ Jobnnie L* Ifodiii^j Frmicls Mclntyre Joseph Milukas Joaquin Ntdascq Victor Prado Peter Sernyk RayL.Sireiigt|» ^" RgymondT^rnel'^ ' :\FrancisK»:^mijt;^ ( First tripper Ub Kevin Taylor (right), second tripper Steward Utility Alvin Robinson (left), and AB A. Maldonado happily hold their $20 SPAD receipts after making contributions at a payoff recently aboard the SS Borinquen (Puerto Rico Marine) in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Brothers Taylor and Robinson are graduates of the Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Page? • �K •, -. ' • • . . .! Tell Court Promises Unfulfilled. S Two Snug Harbor Residents in N.Y. Battle Trustees The two Snug Harbor residents who remained behind when the home for old sailors nioved from its 143-year-old Staten Island site to a new location in Sealevel, N.C.—76-year-old Johan Ba­ gel and 60-year-old Anthony Pujol are still living on the abandoned Snug Harbor grounds. The two retired seamen have re­ fused to leave the Staten Island grounds where they have been living since June in a deserted mansion-like building without hot water, heat or companion­ ship in an attempt to force the Harbor's trustees to honor their promise to ar­ range for accommodations and to sup­ plement the income of men not wish­ ing to move to North Carolina. When the trustees had sought per­ mission two years ago to move the Harbor from Staten Island they had agreed to aid any resident wishing to remain in New York. 22 Signed Letter Although at least 22 men had signed a letter stating that they would not move to Sealevel, the trustees waited until only two weeks before the move to begin arranging for other accom­ modations. Under the pressure of hasty and confused last-minute arrangements all but nine of the old sailors felt they had no choice but to move to the isolated North Carolina site. Arrangements were made for five of the nine to move into nursing homes in the area, one was assisted in finding an apartment and one man disap­ peared. Bugel and Pujol, however, re­ fused to be forced into accepting what -§ if I S':'. they considered unsatisfactory settle­ ments. Before the move, Bugel said, the trustees "just had a man from the at­ torney general's office walk in and say, 'Here's a place to live; go live there.' They said I had to pay for all of it my­ self. And they were helping out the other men." After the Harbor moved the trustees began eviction proceedings against Bu­ gel and Pujol. In the court proceedings which followed, the two old mariners have stated that they need a minimum of $600 dollars per "month to continue living in the New York area and that the trustees should supplement their income to bring it up to that level. The trustees have made a number of offers, but all were well below the $600 level. Resolved to Remain Unable to reach an agreement, Bugel and Pujol have resolved to remain at the deserted estate, which is being con­ verted into a cultural center by area residents, until either properly provided for or evicted. Meanwhile, the trust­ ees are continuing their eviction pro­ ceeding. Serious problems also plague many of the Snug Harbor residents who did move to the new facilities in Sealevel. Set in an isolated section of the North Carolina coast. Harbor residents with complaints find that they have no recourse if the Harbor's director or trustees choose to ignore their prob­ lems. Men who lost most of their personal belongings in the move or who were • •i V ' 'r- J: Protesting the Snug Harbor Board of Trustees' failure to live up to its promise of aid, old Harbor residents Anthony Pujol (left) and Johan Bugel (center) explain to a local TV reporter why they have refused to leave the deserted Staten Island home for old sailors. swered complaints about Harbor man­ promised reparation for possessions agement. they had to leave behind now find them­ The isolated location and lack of selves unable to collect the money due public transportation also means that them. 29 Miles From Town most of the old sailors who were ac­ customed to moving freely around New New to the area, as well as 29 miles from the nearest town and without pub­ York now find it nearly impossible to lic transportation, these men are now even leave the Harbor grounds. A poorly stocked library, only one unable to bring their unanswered com­ plaints to an outside arbitrator. In the public phone for all the residents, as well as unfinished construction and past the SIU, the N.Y. Attorney Gene­ landscaping at the new site are also ral's Office and other public watchdog agencies with offices in N.Y. City were major sources of discomfort which are quick to offer assistance and protection compounding the problem of isolation to residents with problems or unan­ for the old mariners. SlU's Aleohpl Rehabilitation Center Has Helped 80 Seafarers In the seven months since it opened it's doors, the SIU's Alcohol Rehabili­ tation Program has helped nearly 80 Seafarers come to terms with their drinking problems. • Before the inception of this unique program, a Seafarer with a serious drinking problem had few alternatives. He could try to overcome his problem by himself; he could turn to shoreside organizations such as AA which are not geared to the specific problems of sail­ ors, or, as was all too often the case, he could just keep drinking. Because there are Seafarers who suf­ fer from alcoholism and because we realize the speciaT problems of a Sea­ farer's life, the SIU established the Rehab Center at Piney Point. It will, we believe, help hundreds of Seafarers to recover from the disease of alcoholism. Seafarers who might other­ wise have shortened their lives and their careers without the aid of this special alcoholic rehabilitation program. In an attempt to spread the word about this unique project. The Center will be publishing a newsletter which will explain what's going on at the Piney .--.J SIU Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center ! I Point facility, as well as provide mem­ bers with the real facts about alcoholism. The first issue should be available at SIU Union Halls within the next few months. In the meantime, if you have any questions about our alcoholism pro­ gram talk to your port agent or contact the program's director Bill Hibbert at Piney Point. Alcoholism is a major problem. One out of .every 10 Americans who drink has a serious drinking problem. Alcoholism is a disease. It can be treated. Finance Committee in Action T am interested in attending a six-week program at thb SIU Alco­ I holic Rehabilitation Center. I understand that this will be kept strictly confidential, and that no records or information about me will be kept • anywhere except at The Center. •-. r-'v •" .j"'- I y. I blame -iBook bio. ... I I ' */• V ^kddress ....................................... (Street or RFD) (City) (State) .T (Zip) 'f.' a- Telephone No. ......... Mail to: THE CENTER ^ ^ Star Route Boxl53-A " Valley Lee, Md. 20692 or call, 24 hours-a-day, (301) 994-0010 Page 8 r't^ r ft * . • • - 1-I •• •» ••'"i•• •/•-'.I . • • >..• V '• • • .'V -.#1 Quarterly Finance Committee Chairman Warren Cassidy (center), who sails in the steward department, goes over the figures of his fellow committeemen early this month, f^rom left, clockwise are: Recertified Bosun Donato Gianglordano; Cook and Baker F. Motus; Recertified Bosun Luis A. Polanco; AB Nick Damante, and Third Cooks Melvin W. Bass and Otis Paschal. The committee was elected at the September meeting at Headquarters. Seafarers Log • A �mmi. Washington Activities By B. Rocker Congress recessed from Aug, 11 to 23 for the Republican Convention. They were our for Labor Day, and expect to adjourn for the year Oct. 2. All members of the House and one-third of the Senate must stand for reelec­ tion every two years. They will go back to meet with their constituents and campaign before the election on Tuesday, Nov. 2. The House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, which has jurisdic­ tion over most of the House bills affecting Seafarers, will lose Chairman Leonor Sullivan (D-Mo.) and Rep. Thomas Downing (D-Va.) who is second in seniority; both are retiring. Chairman Sullivan was honored Aug. 25 by maritime industry and labor at a dinner in Washington. She has been a member of Congress for 24 years and served as chairman for the last four years. She has demonstrated concern for the condition of the U.S.-flag fleet and expertise about maritime matters. [For a rundown on other changes in Congress because of retirements, see story below.] PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE HOSPITALS The appropriation for the Department of Health, Education and Welfare has gone to a Senate-House Conference Committee where conferees are work­ ing out differences between the two versions of the bill. They have agreed to a figure of $128 million for PHS hospitals in the budget for Fiscal Year 1977— an increase of $10 million over 1976. The SIU is urging that facilities in Galveston, which are in a bad state of disrepair, be moved to a new hospital building available nearby. OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF A resolution has been reported out of the House Administration Committee to authorize additional funds for expenses of the Ad Hoc Select Committee on the Outer Continental Shelf. The Committee, chaired by Rep. John Murphy (D-N.Y.), has jurisdiction over legislation covering exploration and develop­ ment of resources and environmental protection of DCS lands. In addition, there are under consideration House and Senate versions of a bill to reform the leasing and management of Federal Outer Continental Shelf lands. If sponsors of the two versions can reach agreement. Rep. Murphy will try to take the compromise measure to the floor of the House without going to conference.. Some of the provisions of the bill deal with leasing systems, exploration, review of recommendations by state governors or by advisory boards. The Mines and Mining Subcommittee has tentatively scheduled hearings on another bill to promote orderly development of hard mineral resources of the deep seabed, with Rep. Patsy Mink (R-Hawaii) to chair. OCEAN POLICY The Oceanography Subcommittee has scheduled hearings and will take testi'mony on jurisdiction of national ocean policy. Secretary of Commerce Elliot Richardson, Secretary of Interior Thomas Kleppe and Secretary of the Navy William Middendorf have been invited to testify. ALASKA GAS AND OIL The Subcommittee on Public Lands is continuing to hold hearings on trans­ portation and distribution of Alaska crude to the Lower 48 states. The House Interior and Insular Affairs Committee and the Interstate and Foreign Commerce Subcommittee on Energy are holding hearings on proposals for the delivery of natural gas from Alaska. SIU TAKE STAND ON PREJUDICE AGAINST AMERICAN SEAMEN SIU President Hall, in a Sept. 1 letter to President Gerald Ford, asked for removal of John Hill, deputy administrator. Federal Energy Administration. Hill had been quoted in the daily press recently. President Hall said, with irresponsible remarks which are an affront to American seafaring workers whose loyalty to the United States is unsurpassed. President Hall's letter pointed out: "Mr. Hill's characterization of American merchant seamen as less reliable than the Arabs shows him to be lacking in good judgment and ignorant of our long history of service to the United States." SENATE COMMITTEE REORGANIZATION The Senate Select Committee to Study the Committee System met in July and will hold hearings this month to study the present system. Members hope to make recommendations concerning organization and ways to improve the system before Congress adjourns so that the Senate can act on the recom­ mendations when Congress reconvenes in January. HOUSE COMMITTEES The House Democratic Caucus has announced that it will meet Dec. 7 and 8 to study assignments to committees for the First Session of the Ninety-Fifth Congress when it opens in January. TAX BILL The Senate has completed consideration of the Tax Reform Bill, H.R. 10612, and the House Senate Conference Committee has just finished working out differences between the two versions. The Senate spent 25 days considering its version, voted on 209 amendments or motions, and finished with 1,500 pages. The Conference Committee passed the section of the bill which concerned the maritime industry most. It allows a 5 percent tax credit for building ships in U.S. yards to be registered under the U.S. flag. The report of the Conference Committee must be approved by both houses, and also needs Presidential approvafi i ;l i. SYMPOSIUM ON AUTOMATION At the Second International Symposium on Shipboard Operation Automa­ tion, SIU President Paul Hall spoke to 300 delegates from 15 nations on the "human consequences" of improved technology. (See story on Page 3). President Hall said that maritime labor recognizes that automation will make our fleets more competitive in the transportation race, but said that the industry has an obligation to care for the health of the men and women who sail Ameri­ can ships. "Scientific progress" he said, "is not the ultimate purpose of the human race, but human progress must be and is the ultimate purpose of science." .-ft i To Protect Your Job Security in the Fight for Favorable Legislation Seafarers are urged to contribute to SPAD. If is the way to have your voice heard and to keep your union effective in the fight for legislation to \protect the security of every Seafarer and his family. A'. • Record Retirements Shake Up Congress WASHINGTON—A record number of Congressmen in both the House and Senate—some of them chairmen of committees whose legislative power di­ rectly^ affects the maritime industry— will not be running for reelection this year. The list of influential Congress­ men who have announced their retire­ ment includes the Speaker of the House Carl Albert, Senate Majority Leader, Mike Mansfield and Senate Minority Leader Hugh Scott. Among those who will leave the Congress this year and who were the chairmen and members of committees with jurisdiction over legislation affect­ ing the welfare of Seafarers are: • Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Congresswoman Leonor Sullivan (D-Mo.) chairman .of this committee since 1973, is retiring after 24 years in Congress. Rep. Sullivan has September, 1976 been a staunch advocate of the U.S. merchant marine for many years. This committee has jurisdiction over all mat­ ters affecting the U.S. maritime and fishing industries. • Merchant Marine Subcommittee. Congressman Thomas Downing (DVa.) is chairman of this committee which is directly responsible for legisla­ tion affecting U.S.-flag deep sea. Great Lakes and inland waterways shipping. Congressman Downing is retiring, as is Congressman Charles Mosher (R-Oh.) and Congressman Pierre duPont (RDe.). • Public Works and Transportation Committee. Congressman Robert .Jones (D-Ala.) will not run for reelection. He is the chairman of this House com­ mittee which has jurisdiction over many matters affecting the inland waterways including improvement of rivers and harbors, pollution, and inland water transportation. • Public Works Subcommittee. Sub-, committee Chairman Joe Evins (DTenn.) is retiring. This subcommittee of the House Appropriations Commit­ tee has initial jurisdiction over Admini­ stration money requests for the Corps of Engineers hopper dredge program, and for other projects such as the con­ struction for a replacement for Locks and Dam No. 26. • International Relations Commit­ tee. Congressman Thomas Morgan (DPa.) is retiring. Included as part of this House committee's legislative respon­ sibility are such matters as international fishing agreements, international com­ modity agreements, and other areas affecting international maritime nego­ tiations. • Interior and Insular Affairs Com­ mittee. Chairman James Haley (D-Fla.) is not seeking reelection. This House committee has jurisdiction over such legislation affecting the maritime indus-. try as ocean mining, oil and gas pipe­ lines, and domestic marine transporta­ tion systems. • Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee. Four members of this com­ mittee are retiring. They are Rep. W. S. Stuckey (D-Ga.), Rep. James Syming­ ton (D-Mo.), Rep. John McCollisher (R-Neb.), and Rep. John Heinz (RPa.). This committee has important legislative control over the nation's in­ land waterways system. The retirements in these Congres­ sional committees—^which include a number of Congressmen who have been strong advocates of a viable U.S. mer­ chant marine—^will require a renewed effort on the part of Seafarers to help elect new legislators who support the goals of America's maritime industry. Pages i: ' I r �>'•-: • "• < Former Transportation Department Official Insists: Cargo Preference Is What Ailing U.S. Merchant Marine Needs icy- This article is reprinted with permission from the June 1976 issue of Seapower^ official publication of the United States Navy League. It was written by Donald C. Leavens, a transportation consultant, formerly on the staff of the Assistant Secretary for Policy Plans and International Af­ fairs.V.S. Department of Transportation. I '€' •JS> gi -% #' l^- t •r^ 'W: r>r: n recent years there has been a determined effort on the part of U.S. maritime interests to improve the position of the U.S. merchant fleet in the carriage of cargoes in America's foreign trade. The Maritime Administration reports (in its publication Essential United States Foreign Trade Routes, Jime 1975) that participation of the U.S. merchant fleet in Amer­ ica's total seaborne foreign trade has fallen off in recent years by about 33 percent and, in the non-liner segment of that trade, by as much as 75 percent. That decline in U.S.-flag participation has given rise to an increasingly grave concern in the maritime community. Unfortunately, both inside and outside of Government, there has been effective resistance to corrective measures suggested by maritime interests to improve U.S.-flag participation. That resistance has, for the most part, stalemated such efforts to the present time. Most interested parties seem to agree that carriage of a greater share of America's foreign trade in U.S. ships is a desirable goal, but substantial disagreement persists as to how that goal should be achieved. It is seldom recognized, unfortunately, exactly how massive an impact a reasonable 'fair share" or "cargo preference" law would have on the U.S. merchant marine, and on the U.S. shipbuilding industry in par­ ticular. The fact is, however, that there is probably no action which woidd benefit and strengthen the U.S. merchant marine more dian would enactment of legis­ lation leading to use of U.S.-flag ships for oirriage of a greater share of all goods and commodities in America's twor>way foreign trade. Grain Agreement Precedent Using as an example, and perhaps precedent, the "one-third" share for U.S.-flag ships negotiated in the U.S./Soviet Agreement on grain shipments to the USSR, the following are but a few of the benefits which would accrue from enactment of corollary leg­ islation on a more general basis: • In cargo terms alone, U.S.-flag ships, which now annually carry less than 40 million tons (exports and imports combined),would see that total boosted more than five-fold, to over 210 million tons. • Some 255 new ships, built in U.S. shipyards with U.S. labor, and later manned by U.S. seamen, would have to be built to carry the increased cargo. Included in that total would be approximately 16 general cargo ships—container and Ro-Ro (roll-on, roll-off) ships, each displacing about 20,000 deadweight tons—155 bulk ships (50,000 DWT), and 84 tankers (100,000 DWT). (All estimates are based on straight-line pro­ jections of current Maritime Administration data, and admittedly could vary somewhat, depending on the various qualifications, assumptions, and guidelines used in developing alternate estimates. The fact re­ mains, however, that a very large number of new ships —250, more or less—would be needed following en­ actment of a "one third" fair share law.) • The ship construction program generated would amount, at current prices, to about $9 billion in addi­ tional revenues for the hard-pressed U.S. shipyard industry and would provide an estimated 510 million ihanhours in employment. Follow-on shipboard em­ ployment for the 255 ships would total approximately 15 million manhotirs annually, and provide the U.S. economy some $150 million annually in additional shipboard wages. There .are additional benefits—substantial, if unquantifiable. U.S. shipyards, ship owners, and ship operators would be strengthened financially; a longterm program would permit series production of ships, creating additional savings and substantially reducing the need for Government construction-differ­ ential or operating-differential subsidies (CDS and ODS); and, most important, the United States as a nation would finally be disentangled from its present precarious position of almost complete dependence on foreign ships for transport of the strategic raw fe Page 10 materials needed for maintenance of a modem indus­ trial society. Trade Routesand Commodities Carried To bring the problem of U.S.-flag participation in foreign trade into even sharper focus, an understand­ ing of related subject areas is also essential, including at least: (1) the present situation, particularly with respect to U.S.-flag carriage of cargoes moving in U.S. foreign trade; and (2) the seryices, trade routes, and commodity flows in the foreign trade where U.S.flag participation should be improved. According to Maritime Administration publica­ tions (for calendar year 1973, the latest year for which final data is available), total U.S. seabome foreign trade amounts to about 632 million long tons of cargo of all types, with imports accounting for about two-thirds, or 406 million tons, and exports about one-third, or 226 million tons. . Of all imports, 23 million tons, or about 5 percent, are carried in the liner service; 104 million tons, or about 25 percent, are carried in the non-liner service; and by far the largest share, 279 million tons, or about 70 percent, are carried in the tanker service. (Liner service refers to shipping service provided on a definite advertised schedule between specific U.S. and foreign ports; non-liner service refers to ship­ ping service provided on an unscheduled or irregular basis as cargo is offered—usually in bulk and with no specific trading limits; tanker service refers to ship­ ping service provided by ships designed to carry liquid cargoes in bulk, especially petroleum—^but which may also be used to transport dry bulk com­ modities, such as grain.) Of the U.S. «xport tonnage, some 28 million tons, or 13 percent, is carried in the liner service; the larg­ est share, 178 million tons, or 80 percent, is carried in the non-liner service; 19 million tons, or 7 percent, is carried in the tanker service. Tanker, Noii uiner Weaknesses Overall U.S.-flag participation in U.S. trade amounts to about 40 million long tons, or 6.3 per­ cent of the total movement. On the import side— which represents the larger directional movement in toimage—^U.S.-flag participation also amounts to about 6.3 percent and breaks down as follows: liner —23.5 percent; non-liner—1.4 percent; and tanker —6.7 percent. On tfie export side, overall participation amounts to 6.4 percent, with the service breakdown as fol­ lows: liner—27.7 percent; non-liner—1.7 percent; and tanker—18.4 percent. In the liner services, where both constmction and operating subsidies are generally provided) partici­ pation of U.S.-flag ships, it is apparent, is relatively good. In contrast, in both the non-liner and tanker services—in both directions—participation of U.S.flag ships is generally poor particnlarly in the nonliner service, where overall participation of U.S.-flag ships has declined in the last 10 years by about 75 percent. To put U.S.-flag shares (or lack thereof) in per­ spective, it is instructive to review the percentages of U.S.-flag participation both by specific trade routes and on a "commodity consist" basis (the "consist" is the specific mix of goods, materials, and/or mer­ chandise carried on a particular voyage or over a par­ ticular trade route). There are 38 "Essential Trade Routes and Trad­ ing Areas" over which vitrually all U.S. imports and exports are carried; they may be defined as those specifically designated channels through which U.S. commerce flows between a particular U.S. coastal area or areas and a specific foreign coastal area or areas. Using liner exports in 1973 as the first example, the 10 principal trade routes (over which were carried 18.6 million long tons of cargo, or 66.1 percent of the 28.3 million long tons carried in all U.S. export liner trade that year), and the tonnage on each route —^in thousands of long tons (with the percentages carried by U.S.-flag ships shown- in parentheses)— were as follows: 1. U.S. Pacific/Far East, 4,228 (40%); 2. U.S. North Atlantic/Western Europe, 2,587 (36%); 3. U.S. Gulf/Western Europe, 2,342 (26%); 4. U.S. Gulf/Far East, 2,009 (34%); 5. U.S. Atlantic/Far East, 1,776 (26%); 6. U.S. Atlantic & Gulf/India, Persian Gulf & Red Sea, 1,404(24%); 7. U.S.Atlantic/Mediterranean, 1,267 (42%); 8. U.S. Atlantic/Caribbean, 1,164 (17%); 9. U.S. South Atlantic & Gulf/Mediterranean, 1,088 (31%); and 10. U.S. Atlantic & Gulf/Western Africa, 817 (29%). With a low of 17 percent and a high of 42 percent, and most other U.S. shares running between 24 per­ cent and 36 percent, U.S.-flag participation on the principal liner export routes can be considered at least satisfactory—healthy, if not robustly so. The situation is somewhat similar in the liner im­ port trade, where 15.1 million long tons out of a total U.S. liner import tonnage of 23.0 million long tons (the same 66.1 percent) is carried on the 10 principal liner import routes. U.S.-flag participation on those routes ranges from a low of 10 percent (of the 789,000 tons carried on the U.S. North Atlantic/ Scandinavia & Baltic route) to a high of 38 percent (of the 2,722,000 tons carried on the U.S. Pacific/ Far East route); most U.S. shares in the ofher eight of the top 10 liner import trade routes fall into the 20 percent to 30 percent category. The tonnage totals on the routes, which vary from a high of 3,683,000 long tons carried on the U.S. North Atlantic/Western Europe route (U.S. share 37 percent) to a low of 612,000 tons on the U.S. Atlantic & Gulf/India, Persian Gulf & Red Sea route (U.S. share 19 percent), both illustrate the dramatic dropoff which occurs even in the top 10 and indicate' how important a fair share percentage on even a lim­ ited number of routes, or between specific trading areas, could be in affecting overall cargo totals car­ ried by U.S.-flag ships. Shifting the focus to non-liner export service: • Over 144 million long tons, or about 81 percent of the over 178 million tons carried in the total U.S. non-liner export trade, is carried on the 10 princi­ pal trade routes; U.S.-flag participation ranges from a "zero" (or statistically negl^ble) share of the 4,306,000 tons carried on the U.S. Gulf/East Coast of South America routOy-lOth route in the top 10 to a "high" of 10 percent on the U.S. Atlantic & Gulf/ India, Persian Gulf & Red Sea route (9th on the list, with 4,424,000 tons), • The U.S.-flag share on the top eight routes ranges from 1 percent to 4 percent; the routes themselves show tonnage totals ranging from a low of 4,768,000 tons (U.S. share 4 percent) on the U.S. Gulf/Carib­ bean route to a high of 30,812,000 tons (U.S. share 1 percent) on the U.S, Paciflc/Far East route. Continued on Page 11 Seafarers Log �Continued from Page 10 It is apparent that even an extremely modest shift in the U.S. percentage share, now only about 1.7 per­ cent of the overall non-liner export total, would gen­ erate huge shifts in absolute tonnages. If, for example, the 10 percent share carried by U.S. ships on the U.S. Atlantic & Gulf/India, Persian Gulf & Red Sea route prevailed throughout the entire non-liner export trade, the new total of tonnage carried in that trade would be higher than the total export tonnage now carried by all U.S.-flag ships—liners, non-liners, and tankers—combined. With that in mind, it is also instructive to look at the commodity consist in the U.S. non-liner export trade—in which various Maritime Administration "Ship American"- programs presumably would be most helpful following passage of fair share or cargo preference laws. (Rates are not fixed in the non-liner or tanker serv­ ices as they are in the liner or conference service. Hence, any "Ship American" program in the former two services would, in the absence of fair share legis­ lation, be of a persuasive nature only.) Using as an example the U.S. Pacific to Far East trade route Cthe most heavily tonnaged of all routes in the U.S. non-liner export trade), following, in thou­ sands of long tons (again, with U.S. shares in paren­ theses), are the 10 most important iteiiis in the con­ sist and the tonnages of each carried on that route and in that trade: 1. Woodintherough, 10,612 (2%); 2. Wheat, unmilled, 7,050 (0%, or statistically negligible); 3. Wood veneers, plywood, 5,638 (2% ); 4. Iron & steel scrap, 2,215 (0%); 5. Petroleum products, 1,340 (0%); 6. Wood, shaped, 911(0%); 7. Barley, unmilled, 644 (0%); 8. Iron ore & concentrates, 457 (0%); 9. Cereal, unmilled, 256 (0%); and 10. Pulp & waste paper, 246 (1%). State Department 'Exertions* Most of the goods shipped by American shippers to foreign destinations on the most important nonliner export trade route, it is obvious, are carried in foreign-flag ships, a situation which is unfortunately characteristic of U.S.-flag participation on all routes in the non-liner export service. That fact in itself, however, suggests, if nothing else, where "fair share" cargo preference would be most effective. U.S.-flag ships manned by American seamen are the most modern and safest in the world and have many ad­ vantages to offer foreign buyers of U.S. goods. U.S. exporters working with U.S. State Department of­ ficials could be helpful in working with foreign pur­ chasing countries to stimulate a more equitable dis­ tribution of cargo. (Although it is clearly a very important part of the State Department's overaU mission to promote the U.S. merchant marine, neither the results nor the overt evidence indicates that State Department of­ ficials, do, in fact, exert themselves too vigorously on behalf of the U.S. maritime industry.) The U.S. share of non-liner imports is even lower: 1.4 percent of the 103,661,000 long tons carried. All of the major commodity (iron ore) on the two most important inbound routes—^U.S. Gulf/Carib­ bean and East Coast of Mexico and U.S. Atlantic/ Caribbean—is carried by foreign-flag ships. Since the selection of carrier is presumably con­ trolled by the importer, a "Ship American" policy by American industry should be helpful in directing some of this important cargo to American ships. "Fair share" legislation, by providing cargo for U.S:-flag ships, will guarantee the continued availability of shipping for strategic imports. In the tanker service the U.S. share is appreciably higher than in the non-liner service—although still considerably below the percentage carried by U.S.flag ships in the liner service. The total two-way U.S. tanker trade in 1973 was 298,418,000 tons, of which 7.4 percent was carried by U.S. ships—6.7 percent of the 278,942,000 long tons of tanker imports, and a more equitable 18.4 per­ cent of the much smaller totai of 19,476,000 tons exported. Those figures cannot be considered in the absolute, however; they need considerable amplification. To begin with, the truly massive volume of tanker imports—almost 15 times the tonnage of tanker ex­ ports—clearly demonstrates how truly dependent the United States has become on foreign raw materials, particularly petroleum, for its own economic and in­ dustrial survival. Caribbean Confiugenci^ But there is more to it than that. By far the single most important shipping lane for U.S. purposes is the U.S. Atlantic/Caribbean route, over which passed some 105 million long tons of cargo (almost all of it petroleum) in 1973—with U.S.-flag ships carrying about 5 percent of the total. How well prepared the U.S. Navy is to defend and protect that route is ques­ tionable, but it is a.matter which certainly merits top priority in the Pentagon's contingency plans. U.S.-flag participation in the top 10 tanker import routes ranged from a low of 4 percent (U.S. Pacific/ Caribbean) to a high of 22 percent (U.S. South At­ lantic & Gulf/Mediterranean). So important is the U.S. Atlantic/Caribbean route, however, and so heavy is the tanker traffic using that route, that a one-third "fair share" percentage for U.S. ships on that one route alone would represent a total of over 35,000,000 tons reserved for U.S. .tankers, or more than the 1973 combined total car­ ried by all U.S. tankers, exports and imports, on all trade routes. The fact should suggest something to those at the State Department charged with promot­ ing the interests of the U.S. merchant marine. It is in the tanker export service, however, where the implications of a fair share law can be most clearly demonstrated. U.S.-flag participation in the top 10 trade routes in that service ranges from zero (on four routes—U.S. Gulf/Caribbean; U.S. Pacific/West Coast of Mexico, Central & South America; U.S. Pacific/Western Europe; and U.S. North Atlantic/ Western Europe), to between 1 and 3 percent on four other routes, to 30 percent on the U.S. Atlantic & Gulf/India, Persian Gulf & Red Sea route, to a high of 52 percent on the leading tanker export route, U.S. South Atlantic & Gulf/Mediterranean. An examination of the commodity consist reveals that most tanker tonnage on the latter two routes is represented by wheat and cereals. On such cargoes, which represent commodities either given outright to foreign nations by the United States (or purchased with the financial aid of the United States), contract terms between the Govern­ ments involved (as in the U.S.-Soviet Agreement on grain shipments) usually require that at least 50 per­ cent of the cargo resultant from the agreement must move on U.S.-flag ships. A Mandatory Qnestion The question must be asked: If it is important enough to U.S. decisionmakers—for whatever mix of political, economic, and/or national security rea­ sons—to negotiate fair share arrangements for U.S.flag carriage of certain commodities on certain trade routes, why is it not equally important, for the same reasons, to negotiate the same arrangements for U.S.flag carriage of any and all other conunodities on any and all other trade routes? The answer should be obvious: Fair share agree­ ments across-the-board (or fair share legislation) would benefit U.S. national security immensely, and the U.S. economy in numerous ways. A strong and healthy U.S.-flag merchant marine is as vital to U.S. national security as are strong and healthy naval and military forces—and, in peacetime, at least, the merchant marine is much more important in economic terms than is the uniformed naval/mili­ tary establishment. That U.S. policy planners and decision makers—in the Pentagon, at the State Department, in the White House, and on Capitol Hill—continue to neglect the U.S. merchant marine has been, in peacetime, a politi­ cal and economic mistake of major dimensions. In time of war, that same mistake—^which will take years to fully rectify, in any case—would quickly escalate into a national disaster. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disburse­ ments of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly sei forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which .he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION— SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including but not limited to furthering the political, social and economic interests of Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received l^cause of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of member­ ship in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade union concepts and Seafarer seamen. Frank Drozak, Chainnan, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 • 20tb Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 112IS Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. If at any time a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. Page 11 September, 1976 : .'V.. - I u 0 / 3^.; I ' ^ '» J V % V' s -f": �ir*'- -v~. Ik V--**'. I AT SEA Don't Buy Seagram's Boycott Asketf in Distillery Lockout SS Mount Navigator Scheduled to carry 26,000-tons of bulk wheat to the ports of Inchon or Pusan, Korea the middle of this month from a Northwest Pacific port was the 19,498-dwt tanker the SS Mount Navigator (Mount Shipping) which had gone aground late last month. ' SS Samuel Chase Sailing from a Gulf port in the middle of last month was the SS Samuel Chase (Waterman) carrying 11,500 metric tons of bagged rice to the port of El Ladhiqia, Syria. SS Sugar Islander This month the SS Sugar Islander (Pyramid Transport) sails from ^ Gulf port to the port of Haifa, Israel with 25,000 tons of heavy grains. SS Overseas Anchorage On Sept. 1, the 29,278-dwt tanker the SS Overseas Anchorage (Maritime Over­ seas) was taken in tow to Gibraltar Roads for repairs after she reported engine trouble some 12 miles west of the Rock. 1 SS San Juan , ' Brother Frank Sarmento would like to thank the ofiicers and crew of the SSSan Juan (Puerto Rico Marine) for the collection they made when his wife passed away from cancer on Aug. 13. He would also like to thank the members of the shore gang and the longshoremen who contributed to the collection on hearing of his wife's death. Seafarer Sarmento, who has sailed for 35 years, ships out as an able seaman. SS Overseas Joyce Seafarers on the SS Overseas Joyce (Maritime Overseas) gave the steward department "... a rising vote of thanks for the outside barbeque steak and rib supper on the poop deck with all kinds of beverages" on July 4 at sea on the way to a port of call in Ilicheusk, Russia. The photos below illustrate what a good time was had by all. A Don't Buy Seagram's Products boycott campaign appeal to the Amer­ ican consumer has been made by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU), AFL-CIO for 240 distillery workers of Local 604 locked out of their jobs in Vancouver, B.C., Canada since February 1975. RWDSU requests that Americans not buy alcoholic products made or dis­ tributed by Seagram's until the com­ pany signs a new contract with its Van­ couver employes. Some of the most frequently-pur­ chased products here are; Canadian Seagram's V.O. and Crown Royal whiskies; Seagram's 7 Crown; Calvert; Four Roses; Wilson and Carstairs blended whiskies; Chivas Regal; Hud­ son Bay and White Horse Scotch whis­ kies; Old Bushmills Irish whiskey; and vodkas, gins, rums, liqueurs and wines made or distributed by the company. Since October 1975, British Colum­ bians and other Canadians have sup­ ported the boycott by refusing to buy Seagram's alcoholic products in order to help the workers regain their jobs with increased pay and benefits and bet­ ter working conditions in a fair and reasonable agreement with the com­ pany. The workers were locked out of the Vancouver Seagram's Distillery, the largest in the world, during collective bargaining negotiations as a two-year contract expired. The union says the company, which closed its bottling op­ erations at the locked up plant, ". . . is embarked on union-busting course equalled only by the contempt for law and humanity displayed by the J.P. Stevens Co.", a Southern U.S. textile giant. The growing effectiveness of the boy­ cott in both countries, the union says, is shown by the increasing advertising space Seagram's is buying in the labor press. The history of the lockout began in 1973 when Local 604, affiliated with the RWDSU, continued to work under an existing agreement which was essen­ tially nationwide in wages and fringes. But, since wage levels in British Colum­ bia are the highest in Canada, RWDSU feels Seagram's fears that a separate set­ tlement there will set a pattern for its other distilleries in Canada and the U.S. The British Columbia Labour Rela­ tions Board ruled the lockout illegal and ordered the firm to resume opera­ tions there. Seagram's appealed to the Provincial Supreme Court which re­ fused to overturn the Board's decision. The company, however, has failed to lift the lockout. The union has pro­ ceeded with a contempt of court action against the company. Seafarers Plans Must Hare Member's Latest Address . Because of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (often referred to as the Pension Reform Act) it is extremely important that the latest correct address of each member be on file. If the Seafarers Plans have your latest address, you will be able to receive all the neces­ sary and vital material which is required to be sent to you under the new Law. It is also very important that the Plans be aware of your marital status. Therefore, you are strongly urged to fill in the form below and send it to: Claims Department, Seafarers Welfare and Pension Plans, 275 20th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215. Seafarers Welfare and Pension Plans • SIU • IBU check one Capt. R. Gibbons (left center) skipper of the SS Overseas Joyce cuts the Fourth of July Bicentennial birthday cake for the crew at the cookout as (left) Cook and Baker Clarence Harvin and Chief Steward Vasser Szymanski smile their approval. In the rigbt photo, Chief Cook Ed Collins (right) tends to the barbecue on the coals while (I. to r.) Utility A. Battle, Third Cook C. Hollings, Sr. and BR Herb Hollings wait for the goodies. Name Print Permanent Address .. Print Last Name Number and Street See. Sec.#, First Name City Middle Initial State Zip Code Date of Birth I:- Seventy-one cents of every dollar spent in shipping on American-flag vessels remains in this country, making a very substantial contiitotip|n to the Qational balpHM f>f payments and to the nation's economy. Mo / Day / Year First Year of SIU, IBU Employment . Spouse's Name Print Permanent Address ..... Print Last Name Number and Street First Name City Middle Initial State Zip Code Date of Birth Mo / Day / Year Use U.S.-flag ships. It's good for the American maritime industry, the Ameiican shipper, and America. . Page 12 SECURITY IN UNITY Seafarers Log �ASHORE New York Washington, D.C. A good example of what an individual Seafarer and others can do to help our maritime industry get revitalized and on the move again is the letter Seafarer Herbert D. Braunstein of the port of Wilmington wrote this year to President Ford in the White House: "Dear Mr. President: "I have been an active merchant seaman all my adult life. For service during World War II, we received citations from a grateful Government and signed by President Truman. Enclosed are copies of my citations. _ "Now my question is, 'What is the country going to do for the seamen?' Shipping is the slowest and in the worst slump since Depression years. President Nixon did much for the shipping industry, but that has been nullified by your Administra­ tion's stand on cargo preference and shipping rate stabilization. We need a strong merchant fleet to keep our nation strong and free, and to supply our Armed Forces as we have in the past. "The maritime industry needs your support to keep this nation strong eco­ nomically and sound. As you called on us once to answer the call, we ask you now to answer our call with proper legislation." Seafarer Braunstein received a three-page letter from U.S. Assistant Secretary for Maritime Affairs Robert J. Blackwell who said in part: "The President has asked me to reply to your letter... concerning Government support for the U.S. merchant marine... ". . . In 1974, the construction and operating-differential subsidy programs available .for bulk carrier operators were deemed sufficient to provide the neces­ sary liquid bulk ocean lift capacity to adequately meet U.S. energy requirements thus obviating the need for cargo preference legislation. Furthermore, it was con­ sidered that such a law would subvert the principles of free trade, invite foreign retaliation, and contravene existing treaties and agreements with other maritime nations. It was for these reasons that President Ford pocket vetoed oil cargo preference legislation two years ago. "Matters relating to shipping rate stabilization are covered by the Shipping Act, 1916. The 1916 Act is administered by the Federal Maritime Commission which is an independent regulatory agency. We are forwarding a copy of your letter to that agency for their consideration with respect to your reference to shipping rates." Members who have savings in New York State banks should be aware that the state can now impound bank account funds which have remained in an inactive state—no deposits or withdrawals—after five years. Previously, it took 10 years before impoundment. The New York State Legislature amended the Abandoned Property law this year requiring all banks in the state to report to the state comptroller, as aban­ doned, all savings accounts which have been inactive for the past five years. Inactive also means the bankbook has not been presented for the updating of dividends or interest earned. Also by Nov. 10 of each year, the banks have to turn over to the comptroller all deposits regarded as abandoned if the depositor does not respond to the bank's notice and claim the account by depositing or withdrawing funds, or by presenting the bankbook for updating of dividends or interest. •I - t •fM* Detroit Andrew Furuseth recently was posthumously inducted into Labor's Interna­ tional Hall of Fame here. A scroll honoring his induction will be kept in the Labor Hall of Fame Archives. A number of universities and labor organizations have offered the institution possible permanent sites. It would like to establish the archives at a place acces­ sible for the public to view the documents and history of the labor movement and honor those individuals who have been inducted into the Labor Hal! of Fame for having contributed so much to the growth of the organized labor movement. Yokohama I -A, Morganfown, W. Va. "Since I retired from the SIU, "writes Joseph Pasinosky," I have been pursuing my favorite subjects, philosophy and psychology. At present, I am a special stu­ dent at West Virginia University. Last summer I wrote a sea story, a novel of about 30,000 words." •* Yokohama Port Agent Frank Boyne (center) accepts the Boy Scouts of Amer­ ica century membership plaque award recently from Scout executives Vernon Lane Newman (left) and Robert M. Lambert for services to the organization at the Seamen's Club here. A Seafarer Rose Has Caught the 'Numismatic Bug Seafarer F. M. "Rosey" Rose, along with a few million other people, is a chronic sufferer of a not-so-rare afflictiort called "numismatism." It's tough to pick a numismatist out of a crowd because he or she looks just like the next guy or gal. But flash a box of old coins in front of a numismatist and the symptoms begin to surface. If a person is a serious numismatist, like F. M. Rose, the eyes will bulge slightly, the nerves will get tense, and the wit will get keen as he picks up any one of the coins, foreign or domestic, and tells you its monetary or intrinsic value as well as its history and the history of the era from which it came. You see, F. M. Rose is a coin collec­ tor, and a pretty good one at that, and he has several awards to show for it. Last January at the Miami Interna­ tional Mid-Winter Coin Convention, he won first prize in the foreign coins cate­ gory with a five-case exhibit of chopmarked and counter stamped trade coins, which originally were used for international commerce. With much the same exhibit. Brother Rose recently won the John S. Davenport Award for for­ eign coins at the 85th Annual Conven­ tion of the American Numismatic Assn. in New York. Though Brother Rose, who joined the SIU in 1962, enjoys collecting all sorts of coin., ' is main interest is foreign currency with a specialty in old Chinese coins. F.M. has quite a collection of so- dates back only 100 years or so to the Great Ching Dynasty, 1852-1858. The coin is quite heavy and is nearly six inches in diameter. Brother Rose claims it's his favorite because it is a mystery. He says: "I've shown this piece to some of the foremost experts in the world on Chinese coins, and no one has ever seen anything like it, nor do they have any idea of its value or original purpose. Several people have offered to buy it from me, but I say it's not for sale." F.M., who ships in the deck depart­ ment and is a resident of Fort Lauderdaje, Fla., will tell you that to be a good coin collector you have to be a bit of a gambler, but most importantly, you have to know your coins. He buys coins by the hoard, or a 76-pound box of assorted coins. Once in a while, he finds a particularly interesting piece that many others have passed over. Inciden­ tally, he found his six-inch wide Ching Dynasty coin in a hoard. called barter-shaped Chinese coins dat­ ing back as far as 1100 B.C. He also has a collection of Chinese coins with holes in the center dating back to the pre-pocket days when money was worn outside the clothing on a string. His Favorite Coin Oddly enough, F.M.'s favorite coin After he extracts what he wants from the hoard, he'll try to sell it off, to an­ other collector, who might pick up something of interest that F.M. passed over. Dutch Daalder His most valuable coin, at least in terms of monetary worth, is a silvef Dutch daalder, the ancestor of the dol­ lar, emblazoned with a rider on horse­ back. It's worth about $600. His profession of seafaring, which can take him to many parts of the world, is an added advantage to a coin collec­ tor, especially a serious collector of for­ eign coins. He has picked up many in­ teresting pieces on his voyages overseas. All in all, coin collecting keeps Sea­ farer F. M. Rose pretty busy. Visit a Shipmate in Foreign Hospital For a Seafarer, there's just about nothing more depressing than being confined in a hospital in a foreign port with no friends or relatives nearby to offer some comfort or consolation. Many times there is not even another English speaking patient at the hospital with whom to talk. If you know of a fellow Seafarer in this situation, and if it is possible, you should try to visit the confined patient to boost his spirits and to see if there are any small items which he might need. You might also check when you are in a port to find out if any brother Sea­ farer is confined in a nearby hospital and give him a visit. It will do wonders for him, and vnll make you feel pretty good,too. Page 13 September, 1976 .''4. '• 1 u i: ii �w%'«'~.v--.-«-n'r.'.;rft_«»^ ^»-:.- rr *".-' *-'-•<-• fi^.^.-r j^- Automation: Huntan Being Must Be Considered without manning reductions, can be a profitable investment," Sec. Blackwell declared. He described several techhiques that could go a long way in preventing the $300 million worth of marine casualties that affect the U.S. fleet each year. Perhaps Sec. Blackwell should de­ liver a lecture to the U.S. Coast Guard which foolishly cuts manning scales even when it advocates stricter safety regulations in other respects. In June, the Coast Guard pro­ posed new structural designs and safety equipment for vessels carrying toxic or flammable liquid cargoes. The proposed rules would isolate liv­ ing areas and engine rooms from cargo ballast piping and cargo areas to protect the crew from vapors and contaminated ballast. Forced venti­ lation in enclosed areas and wider accessways to pump rooms would be required. However during cargo transfer procedures, only a licensed officer, who may or may not also be a certi­ fied tanicerman, would be supervis­ ing at the point of transfer. The cer­ tified tankerman rating would be eliminated. In a letter to the Marine Safety Council, SIU Executive Vice Presi­ dent Frank Drozak commended the Coast Guard's effort to prevent ves­ sel collisions and expressed support for most of the proposed safety regu­ lations. But he pointed out, "It has been our experience that the combi­ nation and consolidation of safetyrelated shipboard duties and respon­ sibilities reduce safety and increase the possibility of accidents and pol­ lution." The SIU battle with the Coast Guard over manning levels and the position of unlicensed seamen is nothing new. Even back in 1959, as shown in the SIUNA's Convention proceedings for that year, the SIU was fighting Coast Guard attempts to eliminate unlicensed seamen from American-flag ships. Now that auto­ mation has become the Coast Guard's excuse for cutting unlicensed ratings, the battlefield will simply be ex­ panded. The rush to automate vessels on the deep seas has created many threats to the sanity and safety of Seafarers which are being ignored by the Coast Guard, the maritime in­ dustry, and the Federal Government. Boredom, which has always been a problem on long sea voyages, is the first outstanding menace. Even in the logs of the early European explor­ ers, when shipboard maintenance and navigation took tremendous ef­ fort, boredom loomed as a plague worse than fear. Today, as automated equipment takes over much of the meaningful work on board ship, sailors are left with fewer interesting physical and mental tasks. Confined to fast turn­ around automated vessels for weeks on end, sailors must struggle to keep from going crazy. Iff fjr f' |\ ' ^«i 'i T ':• -I e. ;> •L- '•<• -JP On the other end of the pole, the Coast Guard and maritime industry dream of a push-button world with totally automated vessels. They are prematurely attempting to make sea-, men obsolete. Manning levels have been cut by the Coast Guard to a point where there are not enough men to run a ship when the auto­ mated equipment breaks down. Men who are left on these under­ staffed ships often work overtime round the clock for several days in a row. As a result of fatigue, the acci­ dent rate increases. yThe SIU recognizes that automa­ tion can increase the efficiency, safety and competitive position of the American merchant marine. We have not opposed automation on board our contracted ships. Instead, we have trained Seafarers at the Lundeberg School to deal with advanced technology. J However, recently we have been forced to repeat our original reser­ vation, that automation should be regulated rather than resisted, with emphasis on the regulation. In August, at the SeconV Interna­ tional Symposium on Ship Operation in Washington, D.C., SIU President Paul Hall predicted that "as far ahead as we can see, all commercial ships will have a crew aboard." Even on automated ships, he explained,hu­ man direction will be needed "on at least a standby basis at all times" in September, 1976 IF HE HAD HIS WAY case of emergency.- (See news story noted that employers, by law, must on Page 3) often sacrifice some profits and effi­ But he warned the delegates about ciency to protect the environment the effects of eliminating shipboard and the safety of the workers. "Isn't duties that require meaningful men­ it reasonable to ask the same con­ tal and physical effort. "With no real sideration for the worker's mental duties to perforin in an automated health?" Hail asked. vessel, men's minds and reflexes At the same conference, Robert J. could degenerate beyond any hope Blackwell, assistant secretary of of revival." commerce for maritime affairs, criti­ He reminded the 300 technical cized the "outdated notion . . . that delegates that "human progress" the more humans you take out of the must be the ultimate purpose of sci­ system the better off you will be. In ence and said. "In that common con­ an age where the fuel bills of oceanviction we can welcome automation . going vessels are dramatically higher together. than manning costs, it is pointless to •/job design can be the key," Hall direct all of our attention to remov­ declared. "As automation is intro­ ing an additional wiper from the duced at each point," the role that ships' complement," he said. the crew will take should be con­ "Rather we should be directing sidered. "And that consideration our advanced technology toward im­ should include the degree of interest, provements in vessel productivity of mental stimulation, that can be and safety. . . . Automation, with or built into the tasks." Hall gave the example of experi­ ments being conducted in the auto and electrical industries, with a view to "humanizing" repetitive.tasks. He TO THE EDITOR Vol. 38, No. 9 .-A'. Executive Board Paul Hall President Frank Drozak Joe DiGiorgio Executive Vice President Cal Tanner Secretary-Treasurer Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Vice-President Vice-President Vice-President Paul Drozak Vice-President BBArAmClwa^LOO Marietta Homayonpour 389 Editor-in-Chief James Gannon Assistant Editor - 'V Tc:'-'.: Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO Ray Bourdius • --.A'. Managing Editor. Jim Mele Assistant Editor Ruth Shereff Assistant Editor Frank Cianciotti Dennis Lundy Chief Photographer Associate Photographer Marie Kosciusko George J. Vana assion. Save Seafarer On the SS Mount Navigator, enroute from Odessa, Russia to Portland, Ore about five days out of Antigua in the Caribbean, SIU Fireman Bill Turpin was I stricken with a heart attack while standing watch. - I Captain Hanify, Radio Operator Warriner and the chief mate did an out-i Standing job day and night communicating, getting medical instructions and admiftistering the proper medicines, which were aboard. No ships were in the area so during daylight, communicating was either non­ existent or very poor due to dead areas. Members of the deck department and the wiper took turns standing watch ovw Brother Turpin, who was finally taken ashore in Antigua in good Shape. Captain Hanify is a man of great compassion. He stated he had never lost a ; man at sea. He's still batting 1,000 percent. ? • j Administrative Assistant Production/Art Director Published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. t;232. Tel. 499-6600. Second class postage , paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. ^ . Fraternally, ^ M. S. Howard, H.1003, a, it Page 14 Seafarers Log a"————— • ' " - �GH SEAFARERS • ( Muj) - LOG Official inibllaatlM af tha SBATARBRS INTBRNATIONAL UNION*Atlaatla» Oidf, Lakaa laliMWatan District* AFL-CIO lA SOVIET DmiillEGySS! Where Is Our State Department? ftK Pmm u lattnM T» U( tW PDUC KMW W)ul ^ iWt It OoiM Ta Yea Htbaul Satutitv tv •IkCiO Vk .Arte •4 Among those participating in the protest in New Orleans were, from left: SlU Port Agent Buck Stephens: an SlU brother; Lindsey Williams, SlU vice presi­ dent; a National Maritime Union patrolman; SlU Representative Norman DuBois, and -Sailors Union of the Pacific Agent Henry Johansen. m- On Soviet Shipping Deal Maritime Workers Protest State Dept's Inaction ) The footsteps of Federal buildings in port cities throughout the country were the scenes of some hot contro­ versy last Aug. 17 as hundreds of angry American maritime workers, many of them SIU members, marched in protest of the State Department's lack of action in dealing with Rus­ sia's blatant violation of the 1972 U.S.-USSR bilateral shipping agree­ ment ^ The workers had a right to be angry, because in violating the ship­ ping agreement, which stipulates that at least one-third of all grain cargoes moving from the U.S. to Russia be carried on American-flag ships, the Russians set "conditions" that eflfectively shut U.S. ships out of carrying any grain cargoes to Russia for the month of August. And since 360,000 metric tons of U.S. grain did go to Russia in August, one-third on Rus^ si an and the rest on third-flag ships,. American seaman got beat out of a lot of jobs rightfully belonging to them. Among the new shipping "condi­ tions" set by the Russians e^ly last month was a refusal to' uccejpt any moi® grain deliveries in tankers, in­ sisting that ?'ll shipments be carried in dry bulk vessels. However, the U.S. merchant fleet relies almost totally on tankers for grain movement, and of the few dry bulk carriers in the U.S.-fleet, none met further Russian "conditions," such as size and draft requirements, for the transport of grain to Soviet pprts. The net result, then, was a total ban on the use of U.S. ships for his trade. State Department Inaction It became apparent by the middle of the month that the State Depart­ ment was taUng no actions to correct the situation, so an ad hoc commit­ tee of U.S.-flag shipping companies and AFL-CIO maritime workers was formed and the demonstrations were called. Maritime workers carried out pro­ tests in the ports of Norfolk, Balti­ more, San Francisco, Seattle, Mobile, Philadelphia, New Orleans, New York, Chicago, Detroit and Houston. The protestors carried picket signs and passed out thousands of leaflets to passersby proclaiming a "Soviet Dpuble-Cross." The protestors also charged that the State Department was a "contributing factor" in the controversy because of its "long standing unwillingness to support an American-flag shipping capability and its failure to insist on the Rus­ sian's strict observance of the terms telegrams to the Russian Foreign Ministry, as well as setting up a meet­ ing with the Soviets for the end of this month to correct the situation. In addition. Rep. Jack Murphy (DN.Y.), a staunch supporter of mari­ time, introduced a House resolution urging President Ford to terminate the 1972 "wheat deal" with Russia until the Soviets agree to abide by the terms of the 1972 bilateral trade and shipping agreements with the U.S. Murphy labeled Russia's refusal to use U.S. ships in the grain trade "an­ other example of their apprent inabil­ ity to deal in good faith. Apparently they have no qualms about ripping off American maritime if it will save them a few rubles. It is high time we stop looking the other way while they make a mockery of the commercial trade agreements which bailed out their troubled economy." Rep. Murphy has also called on Leonor Sullivan, chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisher­ ies Committee, to schedule imme­ diate hearings regarding the contro­ versy with testimony from the Departments of State, Agriculture and Commerce, and the Federal Maritime Commission. Murphy af­ firmed: "I want unemployed merContinued on Page 18 of the bilateral shipping agreement." The demonstrators also charged that the refusal to use U.S. ships in the grain trade was another indica­ tion of Russia's attempts to bolster their own massive seapower buildup, and they wMned that the Soviet Union's "stepped up shipbuilding of both naval and commercial ships have as their objectives the elimina­ tion of American-flag shipping from the oceans of the world." The demonstrators further warned that "unless our Government displays some firmness and insists on full ob­ servance of the letter of the agree­ ment, the United States stands to lose respect and prestige in the world community and we as Americans stand to lose our self respect." Heard in Washington The message of the nationwide demonstrations, which received wide­ spread labor support and good cover­ age in the media, was clearly heard in Washington, D.C. The day after the demonstrations, the State Department announced that they had sent a note of protest to the Russians and would pursue it further. A spokesman for.the Maritime Administration claims that MARAD has sent as many as nine protesting Page 15 September, 1976 „. .A, -• , .'•.v. % - ' ' " . .V /• .•?' , I t..J �, -y;. ''•^,>:V,-„v;. '.v.:- • - • r< • \1::„ = i * 'f-'l 'I f '<'" I '••" Jr1 'V . N •? •'V '; ;%• • .-.- 2' '•' y'-S'- • CHICAGO •g; ; ?'>r.*t-;:X'' "; "tg; •' -- ••ii!^'' .:v;'. '•. *•. .K.^ "iF''^ • &•. • iSs:;-" s»-';;ir"'i •• < •Vrvr- ••• -.'- ••V-.-'i-- •'/ .•,- .^ Page 16 -: .;r;: •- . W: .-3y \ I i • •< f X- ^ M H • *^ • ' g •|aSiayyy|£S^^ '^yyr-yrTT, M �i • Li. '(m••SEAFARERS LOG ) • •';. V onicial pvbllMtlMi •! tlMSBAFARBRS INTBIIIfATlONAL UNION •Atlaatte, OaU, L«kM aaB lalaadWataw IMstrlet* AFL-GIO V— «- -- Continued jrom Page15 "chant seamen in this nation to hear their Government explain why we sit idly by while the Russians ignore their commitments. My resolution would halt further deliveries until our tiimd trade negotiators and diplomats, as well as a seemingly unconcemed Administration, , can bring some justice and fair play to Ameri­ SlU Detroit Port Agent Jack Bluitt (left) goes over some material for the protest with Congressman John Dingell (D-Mich.). Looking on are SlU Headquarters Representative Fred Farnen (second from right) and Amos Stewart, president of the Maritime Trades Department Detroit Port Council and president of Carpenters Local 19. can merchant seamen.' Always Hedging Russia's refusal to use U.S. ships in the grain trade is just one more in a long line of Soviet balks, maneu­ vers and violations of the 1972 agree­ ment aimed at cutting out the use of U.S. ships in this trade. One such Ru^ian maneuver has caused at least 11 American ships to. lose grain cargoes because unrealistic time schedules set by the Soviets made it impossible for these ships to be on time for loading in a designated U.S. ports. Yet, U.S. ship after U.S. ship waits idly in the harbor up to two weeks at a time to unload at a Russian port. The record cle^ly shows that de­ spite the 1972 shipping agreement, U.S. ships have carried only 22 per­ cent of the 50 million metric tons of grain that has gone to Russia in the last four years. That's 11 percent less than U.S. ships are suppo.sed to de­ ceive under the treaty. American ships would not have carried even this much if maritime labor, by vir­ tue of a grain loading boycott last year, hadn't forced the Russiaiu to renew the treaty to cover the October . 1975 grain sale. The Maritime Administration says that their is no program for shipment of grain to Russia for the month of September. However, a MARAD spokesman revealed that a few ship­ ments have gone out in September, none of which went on U.S.-ilag ships. MARAD also claims that Rus­ sia is not exactly refusing 'to accept delivery of grain in tankers. How­ ever, they are demanding that huge portions of the grain be delivered to ports not equipped with evacuator systems for the unloading of grain from tankers. Whatever the reason, the net result is the same—^U.S. ships are illegally being shut out of carry­ ing grain to Russia. The nationwide demonstrations was labor's first move to correct the -situation and ensure that American ships, manned by American sepign, get their fair share of grain cargoes to Russia. Maritime labor is now awaiting the outcome of MARAD'S meeting with the Russians to see if diplomatic means will be sufficient to set the Russians straight on the grain issue. Seafarers Log • .'-A- -• '.r'.' 'i'' . �She's Phi Beto Kappg^ Latin Scholar Scholarship Ylinner Hopes to Be College Teacher 'I really want to be teaching in a large urban university where there are students from all backgrounds," Chris­ tine Kalke told the Log as she thought about her future career. Twelve years have passed since Miss Kalke won the SIU scholarship award in 1964. Since then she has held a vari­ ety of jobs. Now, 1976 finds her back in one of the top schools, Brown Uni­ versity, in Providence, R.I., studying for a doctorate in classics—ancient Greek and Roman literature and history. Once she completes her studies, she Personals Bob Bensen William Schneider asks that you con­ tact him at 3198 16th St., San Fran­ cisco, Calif. 94103. James Kissick Your son asks you to contact him immediately at the Shiloh Boys Ranch, Box 538, Ware Shoals, S.C. 29692. will be able to combine her enthusiasm for ancient literature and teaching in one career, that of a college professor. "The classics bring such joy to people," she explained, "although teaching clas­ sics is hard since American public edu­ cation is so weak. Often students at the university can barely read. But it is very exciting." Miss Kalke first discovered the clas­ sics when she went to Wayne State University in Detroit on a full SIU scholarship. The scholarship allowed her to devote most of her time to her studies, so she was able to keep up her usual high grades. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa, which is a distinct honor, and won the only award given to graduating students at her college, the Howard A. Donnelly Award for leadership, scholarship and service. "I believe community service in im­ poverished areas was the most interest­ ing thing I did while at school," Miss Kalke told the Log. Through the uni­ versity's Association of Women, and as vice president of the nationwide Inter- Collegiate Association of Women, she dealt with the personal, political, and social problems facing women—"in pre-women's lib times," she noted. So­ cial service for the poor and elderly was a part of their program. Masters Degree in Latin After graduation. Miss Kalke picked up her stakes and set out for New York to get a Masters Degree in Latin at Co­ lumbia University, financing her studies through savings, parttime jobs and loans. She received the degree in 1970 but was penniless by that time and had to look for a job to pay off her debts. She was offered a teaching position at the exclusive Abbott Academy, a private school for girls in Andover, Mass. "It was a fantastic experience," she said. "The classes were small and the students bright. My happiness while I am teaching cannot be described." As Miss Kalke put it, the fact that her father was a Seafarer did not specifically influence her life, but the fact that he was a working man did. Brother William Kalke was an or­ ganizer and union official in the old International Seaman's Union of Amer­ ica and in the Sailor's Union of the Great Lakes. He also worked as an organizer with the SIU in its early days. Now he is about to retire, she said. "My father's activism gave me an open mind and an understanding of unions. I think this is passed on to my students," she said. "At Abbott Acad­ emy the students had never come in con­ tact with children from the working class. I helped them learn about other aspects of American life. . v M,/l i !i "Since I have worked at Abbott and studied at Brown and Columbia I bave gained an understanding of people from all walks of life. But I feel tied to a working class etbic. I know I will enjoy teach­ ing and helping students at an urban university." Another of Miss Kalke's lifelong in­ terests which she got from her parents is her Finnish heritage. While visiting home in Detroit, Miss Kalke performs with the Hoijakat Finnish Folk Dancers of Detroit and Windsor. Maumee Gets Jaws Gash in Duel With ice Sustaining heavy damage to her hull in a losing duel with the blue, thick ice pack drifts of Antarctica, the T5 USNS Maumee (Hudson Waterways) forged on to deliver her much-needed cargo to the U.S. Navy's McMurdo Bay Station earlier this year. She sustained a 30-foot long, 10-foot deep gash in her bow temporarily shored up in a shipyard near Christchurch, New Zealand. Today, fully repaired, she's on the U.S. coastwise run to nearby for­ eign ports of call. In his- own words, Chief Steward James R. "Jimmie" Prestwood, secre­ tary-reporter of the Maumee^ gives us an overaU picture of what happened: "... we made the news (New Zealand TV and newspapers) everywhere. I know the membership would like to hear, firsthand, what happened to us x( Notke to Jlllemtea OH Sl^^mg Proteim When tiirowing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SIU Hiring Hall, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • r^istrationcard • cli^ccard • simian's papers In addition, w^en assigning a job the d^atcher will comply with the following Section 5, Sub­ section 7 of the SIU Shipping Rules: "Within each class of seniority rating in every Department, prior­ ity for entry rating jobs shall be given to all seamen who possess Lifeboatman endorsement by the United States Coast Guard. The Seafarers Appeals Board may waive the preceding sentriice when, in the sole judgment of the Board, undue hardship will result or extenuating circumstances war­ rant such waiver." enroute to the South Pole. "We were steaming at about 18 knots (on a) late Monday afternoon of Jan. 19 when we sighted our first iceberg. This sighting set a 24-hour lookout as we knew we were approaching ice fields. "Tuesday about noon we began the battle with the ice as we entered the first heavy icefield. At slow speed ahead we maneuvered through it. After several hours with no mishaps, then (we had) several hours in open sea till we reached the second icefield. "This icefield was so heavy that when we could move it was at dead slow ahead. We had very little room to steer the ship through and if we managed to dodge one hunk of blue ice another one would catch us. "To show you how hard this blue ice is, when we hit one we were going dead slow with the engines astern. The weight and size still managed to cave in the bow like it was tissue paper. "Upon finding out we had a hole in the bow and we were in very heavy ice at the time, the captain (H. H. Church) called for the icebreaker to come get or lead us in. While waiting 40 hours for the icebreaking Coast Guard ship, the wind changed and cleared the ice enough that we managed to move for­ ward on two or three occasions as the Coast Guard ship had called the captain that they were in heavy ice and couldn't make the speed to us as first was antici­ pated. "Thanks to the captain and him stay­ ing on the bridge for three days and three nights, the cutter spotted us about noon Thursday, Jan. 22 and lead us on in to McMurdo (Bay) Station, Antarc­ tica. "We stayed there five days and left on Friday, Jan. 30 with the cutter lead­ ing us. We encountered heavier ice coming out than we did coming in and averaged about 75 to 100 miles a day. Stopping several times for several hours till the wind and ice shifted to let us out. "On Wednesday, Feb. 4 the cutter lead us through the last icefield and we then proceeded to Lyttelton (Harbour) New Zealand at half speed. "We made big news there as we came in and we were on TV as well as in the papers. Upon examining they decided to let us proceed back to the U.S. for repairs, turning only 60 revs or about 10 knots. So after a five-day battle on the beach at Lyttelton, we sailed Sunuay, Feb. 14 at 16:00 hours on our slow trip back home (port of Baltimore on Mar. 30) and shipyard for the USNS Maumee after a stop in Panama for bunkers; "We were never in danger of sinking and the collision bulkheads were not damaged at all. Coming out we did put a couple of small holes in the deep tanks but there again, no danger. True to SIU style, it never entered into any of our minds to turn back but to deliver the cargo to McMurdo Station where it was very much needed. And they were waiting for us to do just that. "The commander of the McMurdo base, along with other high ups, came aboard and personally thanked the cap­ tain and crew for a job well done. V • "Aboard here we have Recertified Bosun James Northcutt, QMED Pump­ man James Spell, Deck Delegate Nick Zeruos, Engine Delegate Blanton Jack­ son and Steward Delegate Frank Rakas, (among others). -4 % I A "son of jaws" 30-foot long, 10-foot deep gash in the bow of the damaged 25,000-ton 15 USNS Maumee (Hudson Waterways) sustained In a losing duel with McMurdo Sound Antarctica ice early this year inspired Lyttelton Harbour. Christchurch, New Zealand welders bracing and patching up the damage temporarily to paint a shark's mouth on the bow to point up the resemblance. Here, Bethlehem Steel shipbuilders in Baltimore survey the 20-year-old, stove in hull about to undergo permanent repairs. The tanker was beat up by ice pack drifts which ripped the one-inch steel plating of the bow just above the waterline like they were sheets of tinfoil. In a seven-day voyage from Antarc­ tica, she was never in danger of sinking as the damage did not extend as far as her collision bulkhead. Though, at six knots, pounding seas opened the gash 10 feet wider. Page 19 September, 1976 •4 I �ISSSI^^SSi ^ .IL.IJ.X. c jfhfS Injuries Are fhe Cause Union Official Leroy Jones— St. Louis Port Agent— Retires book membership in both the IBU and In November of 1973 a speeding car went out of control on a St. Louis street, SIU. In 1968, Jones came back to organ­ careened up onto the sidewalk and crashed through the storefront-like win­ izing, this time with the IBU. In little more than a year, he had helped organ­ dows of the Inland Boatmen's Union Hall striking several people. IBU Port ize five companies for the Union, From 1970 to 1972 he worked for Agent Leroy Jones, then 45-years-old was critically injured and very ne^ly the IBU-contracted G&H Towing Com­ died. pany of Houston. Later in 1972, he was appointed port agent in St. Louis where He spent four months bedridden in a he continued his organizing activities in hospital after the accident and then addition to his duties as agent. four more months on crutches going Also in 1972, he was elected secre­ through painful therapy. He still walks tary-treasurer of the Maritime Trades with a cane. However, after three years of strug­ Department Port Council for St. Louis, gle for complete recovery, his near fatal and helped build the council from eight injuries, from which he has never fully member unions to more than 30. recovered, have forced Brother Jones, On Gov's Task Force a 30-year veteran of shipping, organiz­ ing and other Union activities, into an About a year after his accident, Jones early retirement. was appointed to the Governor's Task Jones, a native of Mississippi, started Force on Port Development and he out his long and active career sailing helped prepare and present an impor­ on towboats at the age of 16. In 1947, tant port development bill to the Mis­ he joined the SIU in the port of Mobile souri State Legislature. The bill was and worked as an onboard organizer. subsequently passed in the Legislature Most notably, he was involved in the and signed into law by Missouri Gov­ organizing drives that brought Isthmian ernor Julian Bond. Jones was on hand Lines, Cities Service and the Mobile in the governor's office when the bill shore gang under the SIU banner. was signed. After his early organizing days, Jones Despite Brother Jones' determination shipped regularly both as bosun on SIU to make a complete comeback, his in­ ships and master on IBU boats in the Gulf. He almost always served as ship's juries never re^ly responded to ther­ delegate on his vessels. He holds full apy. So last month, under orders from :l fc' r. l! [ Leroy Jones his doctor, he finally decided to retire. Looking back on his career as a sea­ man and union official, Jones said, "If I had to do it all over again, I really wouldn't change much. In my 30 years, I've seen us^ progress tremendously not only in our working conditions and benefits at sea, but in our lives ashore as well. "Years ago," he recalled, "on a ship with 40 men, probably no more than five had a family and a home. But now, it's just the opposite. Working on ships or on tugs today is a respected profes­ sion and most seamen are family men and respected members of their com­ munities." He went on to say: "I guess the reason I always tried to become so in­ volved in the Union, and the seamen's movement, is because years ago there was so much to be done. And the rea­ son I hate leaving now is because there is so much more still to be done, espe­ cially in the areas of organizing and legislation, to insure our security for the future." Jones concluded: "Maybe in a few years, I'll be well enough to get back into it. I'm certainly going to try." Brother Jones, who lives with his wife Elly, plans to buy a place in Flor­ ida for his permanent residence. He is the father of two, a 21-year-old daugh­ ter. Iris, and a 19-year-old son, Thomas His son is a graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point and is now shipping on the SIU tanker Transeastern on a grain run to Russia. To keep it all in the family, his daugh­ ter married a captain of an IBU boat. The couple have a two-year-old son. Randy, and if he's anything like his grandfather, he'll probably be out there fighting for seamen in a few years. Coast Guard Seizes $9.5-M in Drugs, 2 Boats Off Florida; Hold 9 ; J The U.S. Coast Guard has seized more than $9.5-million in dangerous drugs found floating off the Florida coast and nine persons were arrested on two boats in' separate incidents. Almost 44 pounds of cocaine worth $9 million and 13 bales of marijuana worth $560,000 were recovered. On routine patrol, a Coast Guard helicopter attached to a cutter, spotted the floating bales of pot and the hard drugs 140 miles south of Miami. Near the area, the chopper radioed to the cutter the presence of the 45-foot fishing boat, Senora Hortensia. A board­ ing party from the cutter, which in­ cluded. a U.S. Customs officer, seized the three-man crew of the fishing smack when they found a residue of marijuana on board. Two days later, a Coast Guard patrol boat from Fort Meyers, Fla. on a search and rescue mission, picked up a suitcase containing 20 kilograms of cocaine floating in the Gulf Stream. A little while later, the cutter ap­ proached a 57-foot pleasure boat near Fort Meyers to ask if they were lost and in trouble. Two aboard the craft said no and continued on their way. As they left, the Coast Guardsmen alertly saw a black suitcase floating nearby. At the Coast Guard base it was opened and found to hold cocaine which was turned over to the U.S. Customs Service in Tampa. Later, the pleasure boat was located and seized with six persons aboard. Warning to Seafarers Young and Old: Drug Possession Means Loss of Seaman's Papers f!. If yoo are cmivicted of possession of any illegal dmg—heroin, baibltnrates, ^eed, LSD, or evoi marijuana—the U.S. Coast Guard wlD revoke your seaman papers, wMwat i^peal, FOREVER. That means Out you lose for the rest of your life the r^t to make a Hring by the sea. iBIowever, it doesn't quite end there even if you receive a smpended smtence. You may lose your right to vote, your right to hold public office or to own a gun. You also may lose the opportunity of ever becoming a doctor, dentist, certified public accountant, engineer, lawyer, architect, realtor, pharmacist, school tmcher, or stockbroker. You may jeopardize your right to hold a job where you must be licensed or bonded and you may never be able to work for the city, the county, or the Federal government. Ifs a pretty tough rap, but tiiaf s exactly how it is and you can't do any­ thing about it. The convicted drug user leaves a black mark on his reputation for the rest of his life. However, drugs can not only destroy your right to a good livelihood, it can destroy your life. Drug abuse presents a serious threat to bojHi your physical and mental heaMi, and flie personal safety of those around you. This b especially true aboard sliip rriiere clear minds and quick reflexes are essential at afl times for the safe (qperathm of the vesseL Don't let dnq^ destroy your mitural right to a good, happy, productive life. Stay dmg free and steer a clear course. •fei^ m -•I M «?» Seafarers Log Page 20 . . A y' - �• J DISDATCHBRB REPORT AUGUST 1-31, 1976 PRESIDENT Paul Hall SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Frank Drozak VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Cal Tanner Paul Drozak HEADQUARTERS •75 4 AT*., Bklyn. 11232 (212) BY 9-6600 ALPENA, Mkb. 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. Port Boston New York Philadelphia .., Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans ,.. Jacksonville San Francisco .. Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes—— Alpena ........ Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort 1216 E. BaHfanore St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Man. 215 Essex St. 02111 (617) 482-4716 Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lake's BUFFALO, N.Y Port 290 Fnmklin St. 14202 (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, IIL. .9383 S. Ewing Ave. 60617 (312) SA 1-0733 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DETROIT, Mkb. 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. 48218 (313) YI3-4741 DULUTH, Mlna. 2014 W. 3 St. 55806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mkh P.O. Box D 415 Mab St. 49635 (616)352-4441 5804 Canal St. 77011 HOUSTON, Tex (713) WA 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY, NJ. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ah IS. Lawrence St 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504)529-7546 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St 23510 (804)622-1892 PADUCAH, Ky 225 S. 7 St. 42001 (502)443-2493 PHILADELPHIA, Pa.. .2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301)994-0010 PORT ARTHUR, Tex 534 9 Ave. 77640 (713)983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, CaHf. 1311Mission St. 94103 (415)626-6793 SANTURCE, P. R. 1313 Fernandez Juncos, Stop 20 00909 (809) 724-2848 SEATn.E, Wasb 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo.. .4581 Gravob Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 TAMPA, Fh..2610 W. Kennedy Blvd. 33609 (813)870-1601 TOLEDO, Ohio 935 Snmmlt St. 43604 (419)248-3691 WILMINGTON, CaUr. 518 N. Broad St 90744 (213)549-4000 YOKOHAMA, Japni Yokohama Port P.O. P.O. Box 429 5-6 Nibon Obdori • Naka-Kn 231-91 201-7935 Shipping remained good last month, falling off only slightly from last month. Over 1,500 Seaforeis found jobs through SIU hiring haUs in August and it is expected that shipping will remain at this level for at least the next few months. September, 1976 Chicago TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups ChssA Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ]I ] ' Boston New York , Philadelphia ' Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes • Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes .' Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Deep Sea Great Lakes .• i Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit -.. Duluth ^ Frankfort i. Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes . 8 87 12 33 17 6 25 78 29 34 8 36 7 77 0 3 460 5 8 7 3 4 1 30 11 0 2 1 3 2 7 0 1 58 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 9 94 9 29 3 4 16 50 31 16 5 29 11 72 0 5 383 4 35 10 11 3 0 3 13 11 1 3 5 3 10 0 0 112 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 10 135 25 60 34 7 40 152 48 73 23 72 10 167 0 5 863 4 6 5 5 8 1 3 19 1 5 • 3 4 3 10 0 2 79 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 6 8 3 20 15 7 4 63 523 2 0 2 5 1 0 3 13 71 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 4 8 23 8 3 33 19 8 , 7 101 484 20 3 4 6 4 4 3 44 156 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 8 10 5 2 5 11 3 1 6 32 895 3 0 3 4 0 0 1 11 90 0 2 1 1 2 0 1 7 11 5 62 13 24 13 4 21 69 36 30 10 34 7 58 0 1 387 5 30 4 9 1 1 6 12 4 5 0 3 2 5 0 2 87 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 2 4 58 38 2 6 6 0 20 6 0 6 5 0 1 0 0 26 6 0 38 8 0 28 10 0 16 2 0 1 0 0 25 8 0 5 0 4 55 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 278 109 4 4 91 18 43 34 9 27 128 32 55 24 48 14 113 0 1 641 4 30 6 12 2 4 6 19 3 13 6 5 1 12 0 3 126 0 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 4 4 3 14 4 1 2 32 419 1 0 0 7 2 0 1 11 98 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 3 7 2 1 1 9 1 2 4 20 661 1 0 2 2 0 1 1 7 133 0 1 0 2 5 0 1 9 14 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 7 3 0 59 32 0 2 3 0 22 5 3 5 1 0 1 0 0 5 5 0 - 25 15 0 21 9 0 13 6 0 4 2 0 20 10 0 6 5 0 33 20 1 0 2 0 1 0 0 224 118 4 2 40 9 24 21 4 29 83 17 49 8 21 9 71 0 0 387 0 3 0 3 3 1 1 1 0 2 2 2 0 4 0 2 24 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 389 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 24 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 2 1 38 14 33 14 . 9 19 68 19 29 ^ 5 30 12 r-" 49 \ 0 2 V, 342 3 88 25 47 23 5 23 98 25 44 10 37 22 76 0 4 530 5 38 0 4 1 0 0 0 0 5 1 0 4 3 0 0 61 4 10 1 6 4 2 3 0 26 556 759 44 803 9 11 2 31 15 10 6 84 145 67 101 168 . 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 6 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 2 8 3 38 5 20 10 3 18 45 19 26 3 15 5 42 0 1 253 1 6 0 3 2 1 0 1 0 1 2 1 0 3 2 0 33 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 1 0 0 6 259 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 34 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 Alpond Buffdio Cleveland Detroit ............................ Duluth ............................ Frankfort Chicago Totals Great Lakes Totals Deep Sea & Great Lakes Totals All Depts. Deep Sea Totals All Depts. Great Lakes Totals All Depts. Deep Sea & Great Lakes 7 0 6 14 2 1 1 31 255 20 0 0 6 3 0 0 29 138 9 1 0 1 1 0 0 12 130 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 3 7 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia ....................... Baltimore Norfolk ........................... Tampa Mobile ...................'......... New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco ...................... Wilmington ........................ Seattle ............................. Puerto Rico Houston .......................... Piney Point Yokohama ...'.....................a Totals Deep Sea 12 3 3 16 9 1 6 50 328 1 29 11 20 9 5 10 40 10 14 4 20 8 27 0 3 211 4 .1 6 11 2 4 4 31 242 1,311 132 1,443 3 81 17 33 7 1 19 52 21 24 6 22 16 34 0 2 338 2 26 0 6 1 0 0 0 0 5 1 0 2 3 0 0 46 22 5 6 5 4 4 0 46 384 516 71 587 6 7 -• 0 23 6 8 0 50 96 56 57 113 , • •• \ •. V :,v-'• v; y-O it.-' >' v.- . 885 181 1,066 339 85 424 v .. . 10 14 24 . 2 2 4 1 2 1 16 . 358 2,235 70 2,305 Page 21 m ft H \ f 3. •J» •5 �New SIU Pensioners Aorelio A. Asi|ncion„ 71, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1960 sailing in the steward department for 28 years. Brother Asuncion was born in Binalonah, Pangasinan, P.I. and is a resident of Seattle. Clarence Bazley, 71, joined the SIU in the port of New Oriels in 1962 sailing in the steward depart­ ment for 30 years. Brother Bazley was born in New Orleans and is a resident there. Geoi^e A. Brown, 73, joined the SIU in the port of Jacksonville in 1960 sailing as an AB and steward utility for 31 years. Brother Brown is a U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps veteran of the Aleutian Islands, ^aska campaign in World War II. He was bom in Laredo, Tex. and is a resident of St. George, Ga. ?S3 Roy C. Bru, 58, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1955 sailing as a cook. Brother Bru sailed 29 years. He was bora in Mobile and is a resident there. John V. "SakI Jack" Dolan, 60, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing in the engine de­ partment and as a chief steward for 42 years. Brother Dolan, a former member of the SUP, was on the pic­ ket line in the 1936 maritime strike, sailed dming the Korean War on troop transports, was on the SeaLand N.J. Shoregang and in 1941 attended the U.S. Government's Stewards, Cooks, Bakers and Butch­ ers School in New York City. He was bora in Camden, N. J. and is a resi­ dent of New Milford, N. Y. ;• lii Herbert P. Knowles, 61, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward. Brother Knowles sailed 40 years, hit the bricks in many maritime beefs, was an SIU steward patrolman on the West Coast in 1946 and was awarded a Union Personal Safety Award in 1960 for serving aboard an accidentfree ship, the SS Choctaw. He is a veteran of the pre-World War II U.S. Army. Bora in New Jersey, he is a resident of Rodeo, Calif. 11 Arttur W. Ruinmel, 63, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Philadel­ phia sailing as a chief steward. Brother Rummel walked the picket line in the 1961 N. Y. Harbor strike and upgraded at the HLSS in 1970. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Seafarer Rummel was born in Germany and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. He is a resident of New York City. * ::T^ \ 0' Page 22 /. Frederick D. C. A. Lewis, 70, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile sailing as a cook. Brother Lewis sailed 46 years and is a U.S. naturalized citizen. A native of the British West Indies, he is a resident of New York City. Robert W. Scboolcraft, 68, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a chief steward. Brother Schoolcraft sailed 52 years and is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was bora in St. Paul, Minn, and is a resident of Wilmington, Calif. Melicio M. Serqofaia, 68, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1963 sailing as an AB. Brother Serquina sailed 33 years and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. A native of San Nicolas, Pangasinan, P.I., he is a resident of Seattle. James Tong, 72, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1956 sailing as a second cook and baker. Brother Tong sailed 39 years and during the Korean War. He was bora in China, is a naturalized U.S. citizen and is a resident of San Francisco. Recertified Bosun Peter A Ucci, 66, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Ucci was in the April 1975 Bosuns Recertification class. He was bora in Buffalo, N.Y. and iis a resident of San Fran­ cisco. Jack Dempsey Wise, 57, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Norfolk sailing as an AB and in the steward department. Brother Wise sailed 31 years. He was borii in North Ciarolina and is a resident of Nags Head, N.C. Russell Sbelton, 57, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a chief cook. Brother Shelton sailed 30 years and is a South Pacific veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in South Carolina and is a resident of Balti­ more. Ragnar E. Olsen, 65, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Olsen was. bora in Bronnoysimd, Norway and is a resident of San Francisco. He is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Esteban Oquendo, 59, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York sailing in the steward department. Brother Oquendo was bora in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Philadel­ phia. C. A. Monison, 52, joined the SIU in the port, of Seattle in 1954 sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Morrison sailed 29 years. He was bora in Birmingham, and is a resi­ dent of Seattle. Recertified Bosun TbomasJ. Heggarty, 49, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Heggarty sailed 34 years, hit the bricks in both the 1961 N. Y. Harbor strike and 1965 District Council 37 beef, was on the Bosuns Recertification Program Committee in 1972 and graduated from that program in March, 1976. He was born in Larne, Ireland, is now a naturalized U.S. citizen, and is a resident of Mesa, Ariz. Damaso De Jesus, 62, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother De Jesus sailed 40 years and was on the picket line in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor strike and the 1965 District Council 37 beef. He was bora in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Fajardo. P.R. Edward A. Wicak, 65, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Mobile sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Wicak sailed 35 years. He was born in Philadelphia and is a resident of New Orleans. Victor Mlynek, 65, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port dl Norfolk sailing as a second cook. Brother Mlynek sailed 30 years. He was bora in Massachusetts and is a resident of Warren, R.I. Andoni J. Ferrara, 57, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother Ferrara sailed 38 years, was on the picket line in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Har­ bor strike and was chief bosun at Sea-Land's*Elizabeth, N. J. Shoregang from 1968 to 1976. He was born in New York City and is a resi­ dent of Hackensack, N. J. Leo J. White, 65, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1962 sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother White sailed 23 years and was a member of the SUP from 1953 to 1961. He was born in St. John's, New Brunswick, Canada and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer White is a resident of Long Beach, Galif. Manuel C. Noble, 67, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1955 shiling as a chief cook. Brother Noble sailed 32 years and is a veteranl^ of the World War II U.S. Navy. He was born in the Philippines and is a resident of Seattle. Homer L. Rlngo, 66, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward. Brother Ringo was cited by the Smithsonian Institution for his "fine stewardship" aboard the R/V Anton Bruun in 1963. He attended a Piney Point Crews Conference on Contracts in 975 and is a veteran of the World War II U.S. Air Force. Born in Ken­ tucky, he is a resident of Waveland, Miss. Seafarers Log ' '"v,- �t .1 Is Your Child Protected? : By Dr. Joseph Logae SlU Medical Director sease is generally mild. However, there can be dan­ gerous complications, such as, pneumonia and inflammation of the brain which can lead Jo per­ manent nervous disorders. Convulsions or death can also occur. Rubella is more harmful to a pregnant woman than the preschool child. It is the child that is the principal reservoir of the disease, and immuniza­ tion thus prevents an epidemic. In 1964, the ru­ bella epidemic resulted in 20,000 deformed in­ fants and 30,000 miscarriages. In 1973 over 69,000 cases of mumps were reported in the United States. Although usually a mild infection, painful swelling of the neck can block the air passages and make breathing diffi­ cult. Other complications can be inflammation of the pancreas, thyroid, kidneys, ovaries, breast, tes­ ticles, and in males over 12 years old, possible sterility. You are a merchant marine sailor. Going to sea is your livelihood. Before you get on board ship, your "vaccination book" is checked; The port to which you're sailing determines what "shots" you need. Smallpox, yellow fever, cholera, typhus, typhoid, plague, tetanus, etc., are immunizations you commonly receive. These diseases are not common in the United States, because of actions taken by health authorities in the past years. You are protected as you sail into ports of for­ eign countries, and on your return home, your family has been protected because of your immu­ nizations. You will not be bringing home these diseases. Just as you are protected against diseases abroad, so should your child, be protected against diseases common to his environment. Rubella (German measles), measles, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, (whooping cough), polio and mumps, all considered childhood diseases, are also diseases that can cause serious handicap and even death. Statistics for 1975 show that of the nearly 13.2 million, 1 to 4-year-olds in this country, approxi­ mately 5.3 million are unprotected against either measles, rubella, polio, diphtheria, pertussis or tet­ anus. An estimated eight million children of the same age group were currently unprotected against mumps. Many parents think that a child need not be immunized until they approach school age. Un­ fortunately that may be too late. Measles q»idemics seem to occur every two or three years and one is expected this fall. The di­ Until the 1950's when a vaccine was developed, poliomyelitis was a dreaded killer. Because immu­ nizations are not being taken, polio is on an up­ ward swing, as are the other "childhood diseases." One-quarter of patients who contract paralytic polio suffer severe permanent disability, one-quar­ ter have a mild disability; only one-half recover without permanent effects. Death ranges an ave­ rage of 1 to 10 percent. There is no specific treatmerit, only treatment which can somewhat relieve the symptoms. Diphtheria attacks the heart, respiratory system, nervous system and the kidneys. In our country, 65 percent of the cases occur in children under 5 years of age. ^ Pertussis ranks high as a cause of infant deaths. Number MONTH SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN TO DATE ELIGIBLES 9 Death 391 In Hospital Daily @ $1.00 205 In Hospital Daily @ $3.00 12 Hospital & Hospital Extras 3 Surgical ............................. 6,360 Sickness & Accident @ $8.00 1 Special Equipment 110 Optical 62 Supplemental Medicare Premiums DEPENDENTS OF ELIGIBLES Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits In Hospital Surgical Maternity '. Blood Transfusions Optical PENSIONERS & DEPENDENTS Death ••• Hospital & Hospital Extras Doctors' Visits & Other Medical Expenses .. Surgical Optical Blood Transfusions Special Equipment Dental Supplemental Medicare Premiums •• SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM •• I 377 49 116 19 I 95 Amount YEAR TO DAI E 93 4,309 1,962 97 18 42,034 9 935 ' 241 3,096 600 863 134 ,• 13 829 2,091 94 1,286 776 95 439 3 23 6 14,529 4 69 10,215 2.559 1,935 14,700 72,553 17,549 11,218 101,320 17 134 86 6 63 — 3 i MONTH TO DATE $ 24,601.69 391.00 615:00 995.85 188.00 50,880.00 307.95 3,535.80 1,646.90 124,691.78 2,046.71 19,238.80 6,300.00 260.00 3,067.00 YEAR TO DATE $307,742.05 4,309.00 5,886.00 17,012.88 1,405.80 336,272.00 2,593.24 28,091.08 11,253.20 886,563.26 24,496.64 138,631.38 46,900.00 1,008.50 24,033.34 60,000.00 26,155.97 3,025.02 1,000.00 2,070.35 — . 385.00 38'0.00 15,625.40 345,493.30 225,386.03 34,951.31 17,868.00 12,204.34 630.79 4,783.76 1,536.00 105,694.10 2,042.25 25,493.98 . . .,r.-y TOTALS Total Seafarers Welfare Plan Total Seafarers Pension Plan Total Seafarers Vacation Plan Total Seafarers Welfare, Pension & Vacation September, 1976 .f. Polio Was Dreaded KiOer Seafarers Welfare, Pension and Vacation Plans Cash Benefits Paid July 22-Aug. 25,1976 'i 349,450.47 2,610,240.48 642,809.40 4,437,827.91 900,142.89 5,453,360.06 $1,892,402.76 $12,501,428.95 A pretty young lady at the SlU Headquarters clinic gets ready to receive an immunization shot from pediatrician, Dr. A. Koutras. One in four who gets whooping cough before six months of age may die. D^gers exist with bleed­ ing in the eyes that can lead to blindness; choking convulsions; pneumonia; collapse of the lungs; mental retardation; other nervous disorders, and a loss of memory. Tetanus, or lockjaw as it is commonly known, can affect people of any age. The death rate in the United States has run as high as 50 percent. Why run the risks of complications to all these diseases? Safeguard your child. The Board of Health, your family physician, your Union clinic, ^d a multitude of other facilities give immuni­ zations. Following is a recommended schedule for active immunizations of normal infants and children. A<;E «•» TYPE OF IMMUNIZATION 2 months DTPi TOPV2 4 months DTP TOPV 6monflis DTP TOPV 1 year 18 months Measles^ Rubella Mumps DTP TOPV 4 to 6 years DTP TOPV 14 to 16 years TD4 Every 10 years thereafter TD ^Diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine -Trivalent oral poliovirus vaccine 3May be given as measles-rubella or measles-mumpsrubella combined vaccines ^Combined tetanus-diphtheria toxoids, adult type NOTE: For contaminated wounds, a tetanus booster is needed if it has been more than five years since the last vaccination. With clean minor wounds, no booster dose should be given unless 10 years have elapsed since the last one. Check your child's Immunization record today. Don't delay. Page 23 Cl - J �rri<rf3iiiiiiggiii;m4 J- '• ' :. -.Vc ... S',... , •• Y jfirial Bepartures; SIU pensioner Clarence A* Hanr cock, 64, expired of kidney failure in the SoutbernBaptist Hospital, New Or­ leans On May 10. Brother Hancock joined the Union in 1944 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a bosun. He sailed for 45 years and was a ship's delegate. Seafarer Hancock was bom in Washington, D.C. and was a resident of New Orleans. Burial was in Metairie (La.) Cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Ruth and a son, Dennis. SIU pensioner James W. McLeod, 72, died of a respira­ tory difficulty caused by chronic emphyse­ ma in the Baltimore USPHS Hospital on Aug. 3, 1 9 75. Brother . McLeod joined the Union in 1944 in the port of New York sailing in the steward depart­ ment. He was a veteran of the pre- and World War II U.S. Navy. Bom in Clay­ ton, Ala., he was a resident of Chester, Pa. Interment was in Mt. Hope Ceme­ tery, Delaware County, Pa. Surviving are two brothers, John and Samuel and two sisters, Katherine of St. Simons Is., Ga. and Mrs. Lois Carlton. SIU pensioner Waiter S. Whitten, 74, succumbed to cancer in the Mo­ bile Infirmary on Oct. 31. Brother Whitten joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of Mobile sail­ ing as a wiper. He sailed 19 years. Sea­ farer Whitten was born in Alabama and was a resident of Mobile. Burial was in Pine Crest Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are his widow. Alma; two sons, Walter and Winston, of Mobile; a daughter, Mrs. Virgina Weary of Dayton, Ohio, and a sister, Mrs. Edna Laugham of Chickasaw, Ala. SIU pensioner Arthur J. McAvoy, 67, died on July 28. Brother McAvoy joined the Union in the port of New Or­ leans in 1954 sailing in the steward de­ partment. He sailed 14 years. Bom in New Orleans, he was a resident there. Surviving are a son, Arthur and a daughter, Shirley of Me­ tairie, La. IBU pensioner John F. RicKar, 55, succumbed to respir­ atory failure in the Galveston County Memorial Hospital, Texas City, on July 4. Brother Ricicar joined the union in the port of Houston in 1960 sailing at the Galveston Wharves from 1942 to 1964 and for Dow Chemical Co. from 1940 to 1942. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Fayetteville, Tex., he was a resident of Hitchcock, Tex. Burial was in Galves­ ton Memorial Park Cemetery, Hitch­ cock. Surviving are his widow, Elsie; two sons, James and John, and five daugh­ ters, Barbara, Mary, Gloria, Nancy and Sandra. Frank C. Przyhypska, 51, was lost at sea off the SS Over­ seas Valdez (Mari­ UA time Overseas) on July 23 enroute to Portland, Ore. from Korea. Brother Przybypska joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1952 sailing as a cook and baker. He sailed 26 years, hit the bricks in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor strike and attended a HLSS Educational Conference. Seafarer Przybypska was born in Staten Island, New York City and was a resident of Reno, Nev. Surviving are a nephew, Raymond Przybypska; a niece, Joann Przybypska, and a cousin, Jennie Ols­ zewski, all of Staten Island. Edward F. Swee­ ney, 55, died in Seat­ tle on July 22. Bro­ ther Sweeney joined the SI(J in the port of Seattle in 1968 sail­ ing as a fireman-wa­ ter-tender. He sailed 26 years, was a 1973 HLSS upgrading graduate and was a veteran of the pre-World War II U.S. Navy. Seafarer Sweeney was bom in Lowell, Mass. and was a resident of Seattle. Surviving is his mother, Mary of Seattle. IBU pensioner Oliver S. Ange, 65, succumbed to a heart attack in De Paul Hospital, Norfolk on Apr. 29. Brother Ange joined the union in the port of Norfolk in 1960 sailing as a chief enginieer for McAllister Brothers from 1955 to 1973 and for the Ainsley Tow­ ing Co. from 1953 to 1955. Born in North Carolina, he was a resident of Norfolk. Interment was in Rosewood Memorial Park Cemetery, Virginia Beach, Va. Surviving are his widow, Catherine; two daughters, Lois and Mrs. Dorothy Williams, and a sister-inlaw, Evelyn of Virginia Beach. John M. Scott, 50, died on July 26. Bro­ Bobby J. Hklanan, 42, died in the ther Scott joined the Mobile U.S. Medical Center Infirmary SIU in the port of Houston in 1974 on May 11. Brother Hickman joined the IBU in the port of Mobile sailing as a sailing as an AB. He tankerman for Dixie Carriers from had also sailed from 1975 to 1976. He was a resident of 1943 to 1946 with Pensacola, Fla. Burial was in Serenity W .^Epi the SIU. Born in Orange, Tex., he was a resident of ^Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are his widow, Lillian and his Houston. Surviving are his widow, Sybil parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Hickman of • and three sons, Robert, Roy and John, Mobile. all of Houston. Page 24 •),: • Nolan J. Savoie, 53, died on Feb. 20. BrotherSavoie joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1964 sailing as a fireman-watertender. He sailed 23 years and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Sea­ farer Savoie was bom in Westwego, La. and was a resident of New Orleans. Surviving are his widow, Estelle; a son, Michael of Marrero, La.; a daughter, Kathleen, and his mother, Ella Marie of Algiers, La. SIU pensionei I Ralph W.rindeii, 60, died of pneumonia in the Homestead Nurs­ ing Home, Lexing­ ton, Ky. on Apr. 28. Brother Tindell joined the Union in 1942 in the port of Tampa sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 25 years. He also sailed during the Vietnam and Korean Wars. Bom in Noma, Fla., he was a resident of Dover, Fla. Interment was in the Gar­ den of Memories Cemetery, Tampa. Surviving are his widow, Lois, and two sons, Joseph, a U.S. Navy lieutenant of San Francisco and Ralph of Tampa. John A. Dunne, 50, died abdard the SS Robert Toombs (Waterman) on May 17. Brother Dunne joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1957 sailing as a bo­ sun. He sailed 33 years and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Louisi­ ana, he was a resident of Lafayette, La. Surviving are two daughters, Linda and Eileen and two sisters, Mrs. Odile Bianchini of New Orleans and Mrs. Leona D. Gotheraux of Lafayette. IBU pensioner Anthony J. Nowatski, 79, died of a heart ailment in the De Barry (Fla.) Manor Hospital on Apr. 5. Brother Nowatski joined the _ union in the port of Philadelphia in 1960 sailing as a cook for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. from 1950 to 1966. He sailed 19 years. A native of Atlantic County, N.J., he was a resident of Deltona, Fla. Burial was in De Land (Fla.) Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Surviving are a brother, Joe of Keyser, W. Va.; a sister, Mrs. Thomas Maronski, and a nephew, Tom, both of Philadelphia, and a niece, Florence Pedroni, also of Philadelphia. SIU pensioner I TooiiiasLaaKnts,74, passed away on June^ 26. Brother Laarents joined the Union in 1942 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a bosun. He sailed for 47 years. Born in Estonia, USSR, he was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving is-a son, Michael of Kihnu Is., Esotnia. IBU pensioner Clarence A. Lott,Sr., 84, passed away from uremia m Providence Hospital, Mobile on May 15.Brother Lott joined the union in the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as a chief, steward. He started sailing in 1928 with the Luckenbach Line, sailing 32 years with the Intemational Sailors Union, Copeland and Gulf District No. 75, and seven years with the IBU. Sea­ farer Lott was assistant port steward for the Alcoa Shoregang in Mobile from 1945 to 1960. A native of Mobile, he was a resident there. Interment was in Magnolia Cemetery,. Prichard, Ala. Surviving are two sons, IBU member Thomas M. Lott, Sr. of Mobile and Clarence A. Lott, Jr., of Prichard, and two daughters, Mrs. Lolette L. Russell of Mobile and Mrs. Doris L. Graham of Shippensburg, Pa. Frank Castagna, 31, drowned when he fell off a launch as the SS Tampa (Sea-Land) was anchored off Genoa, Italy on Apr. 15, 1975. Brother Donald H. Ogren, Castanga joined the 60, died of a heart SIU in the port of attack in Cleveland New York in 1963 sailing as a firemanMetropolitan Gene­ watertender. He attended the Andrew ral Hospital on May Furuseth Training School in Brooklyn, 3. Brother Ogren N.Y. in 1963. Born in Brooklyn, he joined the SIU in the' was a resident there when he died. port of Duluth in Burial was in Brooklyn. Surviving are 1973 sailing as an his mother, Dorothy and a sister, Mrs. AB for the Reis Steamship Co. in 1971 Miriam Gili, both of Brooklyn. and for the Kinsman Marine Transportion Co. from 1971 to 1974. He was born in tleveland and was a resident of Conneaut, Ohio. Cremation took Clifton S. Mathis, place in Cleveland. Surviving is a 71, died on Feb. 27, brother, Richard of Conneaut. 1974. Brother Mathis joined the IBU in the port of Houston in Charies W. Ballard, 63, died on May 1965 sailing as a 18. Brother Ballard joined the SIU in cook and b^er for the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as a G & H Towing Co. wiper for American Steamship Co. and from 1965 to 1976 for Kinsman Marine from 1959 to and for Coyle Lines from 1964 to 1965. 1974. He sailed 16 years. Born in He was bom in Alabama and was a Owensboro, Ky., he was a resident of resident of Pasadena, Tex. Surviving is McArthur, Ohio. Surviving are his his widow, Freda of Arlington, Tex. widow, Maxine, and a son, Charles. Seafarers Lng �'• ' > Jfinal Beparturesi IBU pensioner John F. Elliott, 56, died of a heart attack in the Galveston USPHS Hospital on May 8. Brother El­ liott joined the union in 1958 in the port of Houston sailing as a chief-steward for the G & H Towing Co. from 1958 to 1964. He also joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Mobile. Born in Baden, N.C., he was a resident of Alta Loma, Tex. Burial was in Alta Loma Cemetery. Surviving are his wi­ dow, Edith; a son, Walter; two daugh­ ters, Jewel and Edith, and a sister, Mrs. C. F. Perkins of Milton, Fla. Joseph E. Sher­ wood, Sr., 76, died of pneumonia in the Galveston USPHS Hospital on May 6. Brother Sherwood joined the IBU in the port of Galveston in 1957 sailing as a cap­ tain and deckhand AB for the G & H Towing Co. from 1962 to 1976 and for the Galveston-Houston Offshore Towboat Co. from 1956 to 1962. He was a post-World War I veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a warrant officer in the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II. A native of New Orleans, he was a resi­ dent of Galveston. Interment was in Arabi (La.) County Cemetery. Surviv­ ing are his widow. Alma; a son, Joseph of Chalmatte, La.; a daughter, Mrs. Leatrice S. Haynes of Galveston, and a granddaughter, Charlotte Haynes. IBU pensioner Arthur L. O'Connell, 69, succumbed to turemia in Erie, Pa. on June 5. Brother O'Connell joined the union in the port of Ashtabula, Ohio in 1961 sailing as a deckhand and lineman for the Great Lakes Towing Co. from 1941 to 1973. Previously,, he was a member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific in 1948. He was born in Willmette, 111., and was a resident of Conneaut, Ohio. Inter­ ment was in Center Cemetery, Con­ neaut. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. H. (Gloria) Whitford of Conneaut. SIU pensioner Richard Ramsperger, 73, passed away in Germany on Mar. 21. Brother Ramsperger joined the Union in 1948 in the port of , New York sailing as \ a chief baker. He at­ tended Piney Point Pensioners Confer­ ence No. 5, sailed 33 years and vvas a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II. Seafare_r Ramsperger was born in Germany and was a resi­ dent of Oregon City, Ore. Surviving is his widow, Anne. Cari J. Pehrson, 53, died on July 13. Brother Pehrson joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1968 sailing as an AB aboard the SS Cornell Victory (Waterman) during the Vietnam War. He was a resident of Hoboken, N.J. Surviving are his widow, Genevieve, and a son, Carl. • r. -n.. ^.2^4 y"?/ vi' SIU pensioner Huriess W. "Harry" Minkler, 69, died of a heart attack at home in Biloxi, Miss, after a long illness on , ^ Mar. 23. Brother Minkler joined the Union in 1947 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 31 years, was a vete­ ran of the post-World War I and World War II U.S. Army Signal Corps and a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Seafarer Minkler was born in Lincoln, Neb. and was a resident of Biloxi for 18 years. Burial was in Biloxi Cemetery. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Inez; a daughter, Mrs. Marie Elaina Waits of Biloxi; a stepson, Morris J. Smith of New Or­ leans; a brother, Herschel of Myrtle Point, Ore.; three sisters, Mrs. Madge Martin of Brazil, Ind., Mrs. Myrna Orton of Mitchelville, la. and Mrs. Dora Glisan of Myrtle Point, and six grand­ children. Winston A. Johnson Jr., 60, succtimbed to pneumo­ nia in the Baltimore USPHS Hospital on May 12. Brother Johnson joined the IBU in the port of Detroit in 1960 sail­ ing as a fireman-watertender. He sailed for 26 years and attended the SIUMEBA District 2 Engineer Upgrading School, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1966. Sea­ farer Johnson was born in Buffalo, Minn, and was a resident of Superior, Wise. Burial was in Greenwood Ceme­ tery, Superior. Surviving are his widow, Dorothy; a son, Winston, Jr., and four daughters, Mellissa, Katherine, Patricia and Barbara. SIU pensioner Henry W. Huzzle, 71, died of a brain tumor in Baltimore County on June 17. Brother Huzzie joined the Union in I 1955 in the port of j Baltimore sailing in the steward department for 20 years. He was born in Georgia and was a resi­ dent of Baltimore. Interment was in Ar­ butus Cemetery, Baltimore. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Virgie Lee Par­ ker, Mrs. Lula K. Harris and Mfs. Ora T. Riddick and a granddaughter, Mrs. Helen E. McLean, all of Baltimore. IBU pensioner John Piekos, 61, died of natural causes in Jamaica (Queens, N.Y.) Hospital on July 1. Brother Pie­ kos joined the union in "the port of New York in 1960 sailing as checker and deckhand for the Brook­ lyn (N.Y.) Eastern District Terminal and Bush Terminal Railroad Co. there from 1943 to 1964. He was born in New York City and was a resident of Flushing, Queens, N.Y. Interment was in Meadowland Memorial Gardens Cemetery, New Port Richey, Fla. Sur­ viving is a daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. and Paulette ScanIon, Jr. of Flushing. Orpheus B. Q. "Jack" Scuriock, 60, was lost off the sink­ ing M/ V National Trader (National Marine Service) in the Mississippi River near Good Hope, La. on Jan. 16,1974 when he missed jump­ ing to a barge which the vessel had struck. Brother Scuriock joined the IBU in the port of Houston in 1960 sailing as a captain for National Marine Serv­ ice of St. Louis from 1951 to 1974. A native of Gallitine, Tex., he was a resi­ dent of Houma, La. Surviving are his widow, Irene; three sons, Darrell, Thomas and Loyman, and a daughter, Cora Bele. SIU pensioner Julius M. Frochowuik, 66, died on July 14 in Baltimore. Brother Prochownik ^ joined the Union in 1939 in the port of Baltimore sailing as oiler. He sailed 37 years and attended a Piney Point Edu­ cational Conference. Seafarer Prochow­ nik was born in Baltimore and was a resident of Dundalk, Md. Surviving are a brother, William of Dundalk, and a sister, Mrs. Sophia Romenski of Bal­ timore. Richard L. Parker, 67, died of respira­ tory failure in the Gainesville (Fla.) Veterans Admini­ stration Hospital on Mar. 10. Brother Parker joined the SIU in the port of Jacksonville in 1965 sailing as an AB. He sailed 30 years and was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Morgantown, W. Va., he was a resi­ dent of Palatka, Fla. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Palatka. Surviving is a son, Alvin of Palatka. Luther T. Rigglns, 60, died of cancer in the Norfolk USPHS Hospital on May 22. Brother Riggins joined the IBU in the port of Norfolk in 1973 sailing as an engineer for the Allied Towing Co. from 1970 to 1976. He was born in Poquoson, Va. and was a resident of Seaford, Va. Interment was in Penin­ sula Memorial Park Cemetery, Newport News, Va. Surviving are his widow, Ma­ bel and a daughter, Deborah. SIU pensioner Marlus Jensen, 76, died of a heart attack in the Baltimore USPHS Hospital on Feb. 6. Brother Jensen joined the Union in 1945 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun and third .nate. He sailed 30 years and was a veteran of the pre-Wor-War II U.S. Army. Sea­ farer Jensen was born in Denmark and was a naturalized U.S. citizen He was a resident of Cumberland, Md. His body was donated by him to the Mary­ land Anatomy Board for medical re­ search. Surviving is his widow, Grace. SIU pensioner Thomas T. Tooma, 73, died of kidney failure in East on (Pa.) Hospital on June 5. Brother To­ oma joined the Un­ ion in 1939 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 45 years. Born in Phillipsburg, N.J., he was a resident of Easton. Surviving are his daughter, Mrs. John P. (Victoria) Ippolito of Easton; a niece, Mrs. Rose Shawah of Brooklyn, N. Y.; a halfbrother, Nicholas, and two half-sisters, Weeda and Rose, all of Easton. SIU pensioner William H. Gradick, Sr., 51, succumbed to a brain tumor in the University of South Alabama Med­ ical Center, Mobile on July 1. Brother Gradick joined the Union in 1943 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. A native fo Bir­ mingham, Ala., he was a resident of Eight Mile, Ala. Interment was in Val­ halla Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Mo­ bile County, Ala. Surviving are three sons, William, Terry and Michael and two daughters, Catherine and Janice, both of Mobile. SIU pensioner Charles E. Seymour, 77, passed away on June 24. Brother Sey­ mour joined the Un­ ion in 1938 in the port of New York sailing as a cook. He sailed for 51 years and was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War I. Seafarer Seymour was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. and was a resi­ dent of Harahan, La. Surviving is his widow, Myrtle. IBU pensioner Robert E. Jackson, 49, died of cancer in the Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, Frankfort, Mich, on May 27. Brother Jackson joined the union in the port of Elberta, Mich, in 1953 sailing in the steward department for the Ann Arbor (Mich.) Railroad Carferries. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Frank­ fort, he was a resident there. Burial was in Crystal Lake Township (Mich.) Cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Beverly; three sons, Michael, Robert and Marc; two daughters, Janet and Judy, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Jackson of Frankfort. I I IK Page 25 September, 1976 iTill' t'.-" George L. McLemore, 51, succumbed to a heart attack in Schumpert Medical Center, Shreveport, La. on June 11. Brother McLemore joined the IBU in the port of New Orleans in 1958 sailing as a tankerman for Dixie Carriers from 1965 to 1976. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. A native of Fryeburg, La., he was a resident of Ringgold, La. Burial was in Providence Cemetery, Ringgold. Surviving are his widow, Betty Lou; a son, Rickey; two daughters, Shirley and Sherry, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Mc­ Lemore. r,- f •k �MiHQSI ZAPATA PATRIOT (Zapata Bulk^ Transport), July 4—Chairman, Recerti-" fied Bosun Ralph Murry; Secretary A. Arellano; Educational Director J. Wade. No disputed OT. A discussion was held on various issues concerning maritime industry and SiU welfare and pension plans. Report to Seafafers Log: "Maiden voyage. Ship crewed out of West Coast. We had a good crew with no beefs at anytime. Captain and oflScers were very cooperative. We took corn to Leningrad." SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), July 5—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun F. A. Pehler; Secretary S. McDonald; Educational Director K. L. Hart; Deck Delegate J. Greer; En­ gine Delegate R. L. L. Elliott; Steward Delegate M. P. Cox. Some disputed OT in steward department. Chairman ad­ vised all crewmembers to get their firefighting and lifeboat tickets as soon as possible. Next port. Port Everglades. SEA-LAND MC LEAN (Sea-Land Service), July 3—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun N. Palmer; Secretary R. Buie; Educational Director H. Ulrich; Deck Delegate C. Ferrous; Engine Del­ egate R. Velez; Steward Delegate J. Ortega. No disputed OT. Chairman dis­ cussed the importance of donating to SPAD. Also advised everyone to read all the important items in the Seafarers Log. Next port, Yokohama. HOUSTON (Sea-Land Service), July 4—Chairman, Recertified Bosim Don­ ald Hicks; Secretary C. Gibson; Educa­ tional Director Billy H. Waddell; Deck Delegate C. E. Owens; Engine Delegate J. R. Kearney; Steward Delegate Pedro Sanchez. Some disputed OT in steward department. Chairman held a discussion on the importance of donating to SPAD. A vote of thanks was extended to deck department for keeping messroom and pantry clean on each watch. Next port, Elizabeth, N.J. BOSTON (Sea-Land Service), July 11—Chairman, Recertified Bosun L. E. Joseph; Secretary J. Keno; Educational Director Glenn. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman reports that to date nothing has been done about the port holes that shift water when ship is in bad weather. Something has to be ^ done about this very dangerous situation as soon as possible. Also held a discus­ sion on the importance of donating to SPAD. SEA-LAND EXCHANGE (SeaLand Service), July 4—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun D. Calogeros; Secretary E. Heniken; Educational Director G. Renale; Deck Delegate W. Sibley; En­ gine Delegate I. Futterman; Steward Delegate James Temple. No disputed OT. It is to be brou^t up at the next safety meeting that the gangway should be put down so it is more steady. Ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port, Seattle. FLOR (Altair Steamship), July 11— Chairman, Recertified Bosun D. Ware; Secretary David E. Edwards; Educa­ tional Director Leo Crawford; Steward Delegate G. Martinez. $20 in ship's fund. Some disputed O't in deck, engine and steward departments. A discussion was held on safety. When the ships' cranes are in operation be careful and stay clear of tracks. Advised to make repair list and to be sure to check every­ thing that needs repairing or replacing. Digest of SIU Ships' Meetings TRANSINDIANA (Hudson Water­ ways), July 25—Chairman, Recertified Bosun H. B. Walters; Secretary W. J. Fitch; Educational Director J. Shuler. $25.09 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman noted that the shipboard meeting is for everyone not just a few. "It took a long time to get the air con­ ditioner working aboard this ship and those of you that leave their port holes open please close them. Leaving the port holes open only harms the unit and keeps it from working to its correct ca­ pacity." Report to the Seafarers Log: "A vote of thanks for the good job in keeping us well informed in all matters of the shipping industry." Observed one minute of silence in memory of our de­ parted brothers. JOHN TYLER (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 18—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Otto Pedersen; Secretary J. Moody; Educational Director A, Lupari; Steward Delegate Vincent San­ chez, Jr. $5.65 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck, engine and stew­ ard departments. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port. New Orleans. OVERSEAS VIVIAN (Maritime Overseas), July 4—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Pete Garza; Secretary R. O. Brown; Educational Director C. D. Crowder; Deck Delegate Richard C. Mason; Engine Delegate Robert C. Ross; Steward Delegate A. Mora. $4 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in stew­ ard department. A vote of thanks to the deck department for a clean pantry in the morning. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Chairman distributed beneficiary cards to the crew and many items in the Sea­ farers Log were discussed including early retirement. Next port, Odessa, U.S.S.R. COUNCIL GROVE (Interocean Mgt.), July 3—Chairman, Recertified Bosun S. Sbriglio. $3Ci in ship's fund. No disputed OT. All communications received were posted on bulletin board. Held a discussion on the upgrading pro­ gram that is held at the Lundeberg School and that information pertaining to same can be found in the Seafarers Log. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port, Martinez, Calif. ERIC K. HOLZER (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 25—Chairpian, Re­ certified Bosun Dimas Mendoza; Sec­ retary H. Strauss; Educational Director S. Gondzar. Some disputed OT in deck and steward departments. Chairman opened a discussion on "The Pension Reform Act" and posted two articles that referred to such plan for those in­ terested in having an idea of what the pension plan means to us. Also dis­ cussed the importance of donating to SPAD. Next port, Baltimore. ELIZABETHPORT (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), July 25—Chairman, Recertified Bosun V. T. Nielsen; Secretary George W. Gibbons; Educational Director Luis Cepeda; Deck Delegate Frank Balasia: Engine Delegate G. Homalinowski; Steward Delegate Peter Vicare. $117 in ship's fund. Collected $200 for movie fund to buy eight extra movies. No dis­ puted OT. Air conditioning machine, water fountain and TV for the crew is broken. A vote of thanks to the deck department for keeping the messroom and pantry clean at night. Also a vote of thanks to the steward department for the good food. Official ship'is minutes wefe'also received firtim the following vessels:. DELTA NORTE DELTA MEXICO :: v; MOHAWK BALTIMORE f^A4xAND COMMERCE ARTHUR MIDDLETON CARTERBRAXTON ^^^''^IBROOKLYN : DELTA MAR COLUMBIA r ROBERTE.LEE POTOMAC CAROLINA JEFF DAVIS ALEUTIAN DEVELOPiiR^ tWONTICELLO VICTORY OVERSEAS TRAVELER DELRIO . DIERVILLE OGDEN YUKON ' ; . MOUNT VERNON VICTfHIYI HUMACAO JACKSONVILLE JOHN B YVATERMAN v MAUMEE ' ^ - I OAKLAND CANTIGNY , SEA-LAND RESOURCE PITTSBURGH . ^ ' MAYAGUEZ SUGAR ISLANDER . ^ MERRIMAC PANAMA SEA-LAND MARKET . GUAYAMA SEA-LAND GALLOWAY ARECIBO SEA-LANDTRADE i SAN FRANCISCO SEA-LAND PRODPCER^ Politics Is Porkehops Donate to SPAD THOMAS LYNCH (Waterman Steamship), July llT-Chairraan, Re­ certified Bosun Hans Lee; Secretary J. Rielly; Educational Director Jack Brock; Steward Delegate Robert Black. No disputed OT. The Seafarers Log was received in Leningrad. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. BORINQUEN (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 25—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Calixto Gonzales; Secretary J. A. Fernandez; Engine Delegate Juan Guaris; Steward Delegate E. Villasol. No disputed OT. Chairman held a dis­ cussion With the crew on the articles of interest from the Seafarers Log. Top­ ics discussed were the Jones Act, joint and survivor benefits, the closing of the Virgin Islands loophole. Suggested that all members read the Seafarers Log to be better informed about the pro­ cedures of our Union. Unanimous con­ gratulations to all the crew for a job well done. The performance of the crew has been excellent. Next port, Eliza­ beth, N.J. ERNA ELIZABETH (Hudson Wa­ terways), July 25—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Perry Konis; Secretary J. Lamb. Some disputed OT in deck de­ partment. Observed on6 minute of si­ lence in memory of our departed brothers. Everything running smoothly. TAMARA GUILDEN (Transport Commercial), July 11—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun Melville McKinney; Secretary N. Hatgimisios; Educational Director Reider Nielsen; Deck Delegate Jim Spencer; Engine Delegate Johnny Nettels; Steward Delegate John Hoggie. $9.80 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of si­ lence in memory of our departed brothers. • VANTAGE HORIZON (Vancor Steamship), July 25 — Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun Lonnie Cole; Secretary J. B. Harris; Educational Director G. R. Roger. $43 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. Need a new color TV set, electric rotator antenna and a dryer for the crew. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. OGDEN CHAMPION (Ogden Ma­ rine, July 25 — Chairman, Recertified Bosun J. Zeloy; Secretary S. J. Davis; Educational Director H. G. Sanford; Engine Delegate H. Lee; Steward Delegaet Clarence Willas. No disputed OT. $250 was collected from arrival pools to buy movie films for the trip. Chair­ man held a discussion on the impor­ tance of donating to SPAD. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port, Odessa, U.S.S.R. DELTA BRASIL (Delta Steamship), July 18-^hairman, Recertified Bosun Louis Guadmud; Secretaiy B. Guarino; Educational Director Hugh Wells, Jr.; Engine Delegate Juan Cruz. No dis-' puted OT. All communications received were read and posted. Chairman re­ ports that everyone should take advan­ tage of the upgrading school at Piney Point and discussed the importance of donating to SPAD. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Seafarers Log �ii f' 1 / ' • ' 1 .I Watth For Health Violations Lnspectors for the U S. Food Administration are reportedly, serving violation notices on ship« ping companies for the least in­ fraction of the sanitary codes. SIUcontracted Sea-Land Service, v^ch has won clean ships' awards 14 years in a row, reports that their company has been harassed by violation notices for such minor infractions as crumbs in the toaster and no lids on some of the gar­ bage cans. 6 Complete Lifeboat Class Six more Seafarers completed the HLSS Lifeboat course recently taught by Instructor Tom Doyle (2nd right). They are (I. to r.) C. "Buddy" Griffith; George Vorise, Jr.; J. Courtney; H. A. Lee; Raymond "Blackie" McPhillips, and Ramon C. Echevarria. ^• ?. •' To relieve the compmies from the hassles of such notices, steward department members are asked to take special care in general house­ keeping duties, while at the same thne keeping an eye out for the little things, like replacing garbage can tops, that might go unnoticed. Seahirers are also asked to re­ port immediately to the company if any galley equipment, like dish­ washers, is not working properly. V > ?! Sll/, /BU Members OK Merger of the Two Unions Continued from Page 2 by the IBU Executive Board and sub­ sequently passed by the IBU member­ ship at meetings in all IBU ports. Constitutional Committee The next step, as provided by the SIU Constitution, was the election of a Con­ stitutional Committee. The membership elected this Committee of Seafarers at a special meeting at Headquarters on June 21, 1976. The Committee spent several days going over the proposed merger agree­ ment and constitutional amendments. It was their recommendation that a merger was in the best interests of the Union. The Constitutional Committee's re­ port was then presented and accepted by the membership at the July meetings in all ports. Secret mail balloting on the merger proposal began Aug. 16, 1976 and ended Sept. 15, 1976. Copies of the Merger Agreement and Constitutional Amendments were published in the Au­ gust issues of the Seafarers Log and the Inland Boatman, the IBU's oflRcial news­ paper, so that all members had the op­ portunity to review the terms erf the merger agreement before voting. A Necessary Move Although the actual merger resolu­ tion was submitted only last June, the Executive Boards of both the SIU and IBU had been conducting talks about a possible merger for some time. Now that the merger has become a reality, the united SIU is in a stronger position to protect the rights, welfare, jobs and job security of Seafarers and Boatmen in such vital areas as collec­ tive bargaining, organizing and legisla- Rubber Workers End StrikeWith Tire Companies The 65,000 United Rubber Workers Union's (URWU) tire makers in the Big Four (Goodyear, Firestone, Good­ rich and Uniroyal) plants across the U.S. were back at work Sept. 7 after voting to accept a new, three-year con­ tract to end a five-month long strike— the longest in the industry's history. The contract includes a wage hike, the highest union pay rise pact signed in 1976, a cost-of-living-adjustment for the first time ip the industry, and in­ creases in welfare benefits. In announcing the end of the strike at the plants which make two-thirds of U.S. tires, URW President Peter Bom- marito declared, "Ot particular signi­ ficance was the negotiation of a costof-living allowance (COLA) which ranks as one of the best in U.S. industry. This COLA escalator clause is really worth more for the URW membership than the general wage increases earned in this contract " Also, skilled trades people in the plants will get .25 cents more an hour in the first year of the contract and .15 cents more an hour in the second year. After the Rubber Workers went on stiike in late April, they called for a nationwide consumers boycott against Firestone. The boycott had the support Food Stomp Program Continued from Page 5 vision. Since many states are strapped for funds, they would probably cut other necessary programs to raise money to pay the extra food stamp costs. During the September debate, some Congressmen will be trying to push through even more cuts. If they are successful, millions more unemployed and low wage workers will be elimi­ nated from the food stamp program. A bitter fight is expected on the House floor. "Your help is needed to prevent these benefits from being destroyed and to prevent the creation of hunger among millions of Americans," Schachter wrote the SIU. Union members are urged to write their Congressmen and ask them to op­ pose any further cutbacks in the food stamp program. SIU President Paul Hall already has sent letters to all members of the House of Representatives in which he included labor's points: 1. Eliminate the discriminatory ban against strikers from the food stamp program. 2. Restore some of the food stamp benefits cut by increasing the standard deduction. 3. Eliminate the requirement for the two percent added payment by the states. 4. Oppose all amendments which will cut back the food stahjp program fur­ ther. of both the SIU and AFL-CIO. The Rubber Workers Union is an affiliate of the Maritime Trades Depart­ ment of the AFL-CIO. tion, both on the local and national level. The merger will alsoenable the Union to eliminate duplication and effectively cut administrative costs, which have skyrocketed in recent years, thereby in­ suring the Union's continued ability to provide the same high quality of serv­ ices to all members in all areas of the country despite inflation or recession. In addition, the long established job structures and job rights of IBU and SIU members are guaranteed, as senior­ ity and shipping rules for both unions remain the same. The merger agreement also provides that \he members of both unions will have equal voting rights on virtually every issue. However, when contracts are voted on, only those members who are affected by the contract will be per­ mitted to vote. •) ^ Ir i Confab to Study Apprenticeship, Training 'Two Hundred Years of ProgressApprenticeship and Training" will be the theme of the 1976 Transportation Apprenticeship and Training Confer­ ence (NTATC) to be held in San Fran­ cisco, Calif, from Sept. 27-30. At the conference, representatives of labor and management from the ship­ ping, rail, air, bus and trucking indus­ tries will exchange ideas on training new workers and discuss ways of improving and expanding apprenticeship pro­ grams. Administrators of training pro­ grams in the Armed Forces and state and local governments also will attend. Keynote speakers will include: Dr. Ray Marshall, chairman. Federal Com­ mittee on Apprenticeship; James P. Gray, president, Matson Terminals; C. J. Chamberlain, general president. Bro­ therhood of Railroad Signalmen; and Don Wilson, American Trucking Assn. Ross A. Von Wigand, director of Labor-Management Services for the National Council on Alcoholism will speak about alcoholism rehabilitation programs in the transportation industry. Hazel Brown, president of the SIU's Harry Lundeberg School is serving as information chairman. Representatives of other maritime labor unions such as the Marine Engineers Benevolent Assn., the Masters, Mates and Pilots, the Na­ tional Maritime Union and the Inland Boatman's Union of the Pacific are ac­ tively involved. ' The conference will take place at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Fran­ cisco. SlUNA AHiliate To Represent 700 At Star Kist Co. The National Labor Relations Board General Counsel has declared the SIUNA-affiliated United Cannery and Industrial Workers of the Pacific, Los Angeles and Vicinity District bargaining agent for 700 Star Kist cannery workers in American Samoa, according to Steve Edney, the union's president. The union originally lost an NLRB certification election at the Star Kist plant, but appealed the loss on the grounds that unfair labor practices Ou the part of the company had "destroyed conditions for effective organizing." The NLRB General Coimsei sustained the appeal overturning the results in favor of the union. i*. r,' f• f- 0 Deposit in the SIU Blood Bonk — It's Your Life i Page 27 September, 1976 .-Li • A'-' - - •' . : > •I • m •pi 1' . �For a Better Job Today Deck Department ABLE SEAMAN The course of instruction is four weeks in length and leads to the Coast Guard en­ dorsement of Able Seaman—12 Months —Any Waters or Able Seaman—Unlim­ ited—Any Waters. Course Requirements: Able Seaman 12 Months—Any Waters. You must; • Be 19 years of age • Have 12 months seatime as Ordi­ nary Seaman, OR Be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have eight months seatime as Ordinary Seaman • Be able to pass the prescribed physi­ cal, including eyesight requirements. Able Seaman Unlimited—Any Waters. You must: • Be 19 years of age • Have 36 months seatime as Ordinary Seaman or Able Seaman 12 Months • Be able to pass the prescribed physi­ cal, including eyesight requirements. Starting dates: September 2, November 11 QUARTERMASTER The course of instruction certification as Quartermaster Basic Navigation instruction Radar; Loran; • Fathometer, leading to consists of to include RDF; and Tlie Harry Lundeberg also includes a review of Basic Seaman­ ship; use of the Magnetic and Gyro Compass; Rules of the Road; Knots and Splices; Firefighting and Emergency Pro­ cedures. Course Requirements: Must hold en­ dorsement as Able Seaman (Unlimited— Any Waters). Starting dates: October 14 LIFEBOATMAN The course of instruction is two weeks in length and leads to the Coast Guard en­ dorsement of Lifeboatman. Course Requirements: Must have 90 days seatime in any department. Starting dates: September 2, 16, 30, October 14, 28, November 11, 26 QMED's Graduate QMED Instructor Charles Nalen (left) has photo taken recently with his course graduates of (I. to r.): Thomas Moore; Ray Nugent; William Traser; Pat Dorrian, and Fred Young at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, Md. Engine Department These Courses Will Be Start­ ing Soon: QMED-Any Rating • Advanced Pumpman Procedures ^ • Advanced Electrical Procedures Watch the Seafarers Log for Starting Dates The course of instruction leading to cer­ tification as QMED—Any Rating is eight weeks in length and includes instruction leading to the Coast Guard endorsements which comprise this rating. Course Requirements: You must show evidence of six months seatime in at least one engine department rating. Starting dates: September 8, October 6 WELDING The course of instruction in basic welding eonsists of classroom and onthe-job training including practical train­ ing in electric arc welding and cutting; and oxy-acetylene brazing, welding and cutting. On completion of the course, an HLS Certificate of Graduation will be awarded. Course Requirements: • Engine department personnel rhust hold endorsement as QMED—Any Rating • Deck and steward department per­ sonnel must hold a rating in their" department. Starting dates: October 1 FOWT The course is four weeks in length and leads to endorsement as Fireman, Watertender, and/or Oiler. Course Requirements: If you have a Wiper endorsement only, you must: • Be able to pass the prescribed physi­ cal, including eyesight requirements 7 Get Quartermaster Ticlcets HLSS Vocational Education Department director, Robert Kalmus (left) and Quartermaster Instructor Paul Allman (right) pose recently with seven gradu­ ates of the quartermaster course. They are (I. tor r.); Steve Todorowski; John Emrich; Charles Truenski; Willie Mitchell; Matthew Carroll; Joe Meyerchak, and George Callard. • Have six months seatime as Wiper, OR Be a graduate of HLS at Piney Point and have three months seatime as Wiper • If you have an engine department rat­ ing there are no requirements. Starting dates: October 14 LNG/LPG The course of instruction leading to certification as LNG/LPG crew consists of Basic Chemistry, Tank and Ship Con­ struction, Gasification, Reliquefication Procedures, Inert Gas and Nitrogen Sys­ tems, Instrumentation, Safety and Firefighting, Loading, Unloading and Trans­ porting LNG/LPG. Course Requirements: Engine room personnel must hold QMED—Any Rat­ ing. Others, Deck and Steward Depart­ ment personnel must hold a rating in their department. Length of Course: The normal length of the course is four (4) weeks. Starting dates: September 20 A College Career Is Available to You One college and two post secondary trade/vocational school scholarships are awarded to Seafarers each year. These scholarships have been specially de­ signed to meet the educational needs of Seafarers. Application requirements are- geared for the man who has been out of school several years, so yoiij^will only be com­ peting with other seamen with similar educational backgrounds. The awards are granted in April, hut you should :jegin. your appjication process now. These arc the scholarships offered: - I. Four-year college degree scholar­ ship. This award is in the amount of $10,000. - Page 28 2. Two-year community or junior col­ lege or post secondary trade/voca­ tional schools scholarships. These awards are in the amount of $5000t The trade/vocational awards offer var­ ious options if you wish to continue shipping. In such a program you may develop a trade or skill which would im­ prove your performance aboard ship as well as help you obtain a better paying job when you are ashore. Eligibility requirements are as follows: 1. Have not le.ss than two years of actual employment on vessels of companies signatory to Seafarers Welfare Plan. Have one day of employment on a vessel in the sixth-month period immediately, preceding date of ap­ plication. ' 3. Have 90 days of employment on a vessel in the previous calendar year. Pick up a schoir .-ship application now. They are available in the ports or you may write to th6 following address and request a copy of the Seafarers Applica­ tion: , . Seafarers Welfare Plan College Scholarships 275 20th Street Brooklyn, New York 11215 A College Education For Yonr Children Four scholarships arc awarded to de­ pendents of Seafarers. These. four-year scholarships are for $10,000 each at any accredited college or university. If you have three years sea time, encourage your -children to apply. They should request the Dependents Application from the above address. �m--- For Job Security Tomorrow Scliool Of Seamansliip Steward Department Steward Department All Steward Department Coarsee Lead To Certification By HLSS. CHIEF STEWARD The course of instruction is six weeks long and covers all phases of Steward De­ partment management and operation. Course Requirements: All candidates must have seatime and/or training in com­ pliance with one of the following: • Three years seatime in a rating above 3rd cook or assistant cook OR • Six months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook, six months seatime as cook and baker, six months seatime as chief cook and hold HLS certifi­ cates of completiorr for^ch program OR • 12 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook, six months seatime as cook and baker, six months sea­ time as chief cook and hold HLS cer­ tificates of completion for the cook and baker and chief cook programs OR • 12 months seatime as 3rd cook of assistant cook, 12 months seatime as cook and baker, and six months sea­ time as chief cook and hold an HLS certificate of completion for the chief cook program. Starting dates: October 14, November 26 -CHIEF COOK The course of instruction is six weeks in length and students specialize in the prep­ aration of soups, sauces, meats, seafoods, and gravies. Course Requirements: All candidates must have seatime. and/or training in com­ pliance with one of the following: * 12 months seatime as cook and baker OR * Three years seatime in the steward department, with six months as 3rd cook or assistant cook and six months as cook and baker OR * Six months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook and six months as cook and baker OR * 12 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook and six monHis sea­ time as cook and baker and . hold a certificate of completion for the HLS cook and baker training program. COOK AND BAKER ASSISTANT COOK The course of instruction is six weeks in length and students specialize in the selection and preparation of breakfast foods, breads, desserts, and pastries.. The course of instruction is six weeks in length and students specialize in the selection and preparation of vegetables and salads. Course Requirements: All candidates must have twelve months seatime in the steward department, OR three months sea­ time in the steward department and be a graduate of the HLS entry rating program. Starting dates: September 30. Novem­ ber 11 Course Requirements: All candidates must have seatime and/or training in com­ pliance with one of the following: * 12 months seatime as a 3rd cook or assistant cook OR * 24 months in the steward department with six months as a 3rd cook or as­ sistant cook OR * Six months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook and hold a certificate of completion from the HLS assist­ ant cook training program. Last monfli 37 Seafarers opgraded their skills, earning power and job secnrity throngh the vocational conrses at HLSS. The Lnndeberg School has an npgrading conrse to meet yonr career needs, too! Starting dates: September 16, 30, Oc­ tober 14,28, November 11,26 High School Program Is Available to All Seafarers Do What Over 800 Of Your Fellow Seafarers Have Done... t J f': UPGRADING APPLICATION . Date of Birth. (Last) Note: CduTNs and starting dates are subject to change at any time. Any change will he noted In the LOG. \f • ' : Did You Know... Name. Starting dates: September 16, October 28 i •: • (First) (Middle) Mo./Day/Year Address (Street) Telephone #_ (Sute) (aty) (Zip Code) Book Number. (Area Code) Seniority Date Book Was Issued Port Presently Registered In_ .Port Issued. . Endorsement(s) Now Held _ Social Security #. Piney Point Graduate: DYes Entry Program: From, NoD I f^ (if so, fill iabelow) . Endorsement(s) Received. to. 'i- (Dates Attended) 'i If Upgrading Program: J. . •, . Endorsement(s) Received. .to. From. "This school is a real advantage for all Seafar­ ers, and I'd recommend the GEO Program to any brother who wanted a high school diploma." (Dates Attended) Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes • No; Fire Fighting: • Yes • No Dates Available for Training X I Am Interested In: Michael Coyle • • • • "Everything about the Lundeberg School helps you learn and want to learn more. The classrooms, the living facilities, and the system of study are all excellent. And the teachers are very helpful. They work with as an individual, and they'll give you all the help you need." • LNG/LPG • Diesel • Welder George Taylor Get the reading, writing and math skills you need for job security and upgrading through the high school equivalency (GEO) program at the Harry Lundeberg School. It only takes four to eight weeks, and your Brothers can tell you that it's really worth it! ^ Interested?-Pick up a copy of the pre­ test kit in your port or write to this address: Margaret Nalen, Director Academic Education Department Harry Lundeberg School Piney Point, Maryland 20674 When you complete the test, return it to the Lundeberg School. HLS will tell you the results and give you an estimate of the length of time you'll need to com­ plete the GEO program. September, 1976 DECK AB-12 Months AB Unlimited Quartermaster Lifeboatman REMEMBER! This test is not to see who scores high or low. It helps HLS de­ sign a study program fust for you—a pro­ gram that our teachers will help you, as an individual, to follow. So apply today. It's easy to qualify. Just make sure that you have: 1. Oncyearofscatlnie. 2. Are a member of the Union in good standing. Your classes will be small (usually just six to eight students). You'll get lots of individual help. And completing the GEO program opens the door to the other edu­ cational opportunities that the SIU has for you. A high school diploma is the first step towards qualifying for one of the three scholarships for Seafarers that are offered each year. ENGINE • QMED • FOWT • Dk.Mech. • • • • STEWARD Asst. Cook Cook & Baker Chief Cook Steward ADVANCED COURSES • Advanced Pumpman Procedures • Advanced Electrical Procedures • Refrigeration Container Mechanic RECORD OF SEATIME — (Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating checked above or attach letter Of service, whichever is applicable.) SHIP SIGNATURE RATING HF.ff.n DATE OF SHIPMENT DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER, PINEY POINT, MD. 206 4 Page 29 •a. i ^•1 �IHTRVFSt-lf i*: I i— SI 'A Seniority Upgrading Program program, these Seafarers* are helping to insure the strengfli of this Union, a strength which rises out of a solid mem­ bership which understands their indus­ try and their Union's role in that in­ dustry. Robert Diaz Roberto Duron Seafarer Robert Diaz began sailing with the SIU after graduating from the Harry Lunde­ berg School in 1969. Shipping in • the engine depart­ ment, Brother Diaz upgraded to FOWT at the Lundeberg School in 1970 and after completing his "A" Seniority Pro­ gram he returned to the Piney Point school where he is studying for his QMED endorsement. Brother Diaz is a native and resident of Tampa, and ships from that port. Seafarer Roberto Duron graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in New Or­ leans in 1967. A member of the black gang. Brother Dur, . on earned his FOWT endorse­ ment at the New Orleans AFT .School in 1968 and his QMED endorsement at the Harry Lundeberg School in 1975. Brother Duron was born in Honduras and now lives in New Orleans with his wife and two children. He ships from that port. MkhaelMefferd Ronald Gillette Seafarer Michael Mefferd graduated from the trainee program at the Harry Lundeberg School in 1971. Shipping in the en­ gine department. Brother Mefferd re­ turned to Piney Point to earn his FOWT endorsement before attending the "A" Seniority Up­ grading Program. A native and resident of New Orleans, he ships from the port of San Francisco. Seafarer Ronald Gillette has been sailing with the SIU since graduating from the N.Y. An­ drew Furuseth Training School in 1967. A member of the deck depart­ ment, Brother Gil­ lette obtained his AB ticket and GED diploma through the Harry Lundeberg School before attending the "A" Sen­ iority Opgroding Program. A native, and resident of New Jersey, Brother Gillette ships out of the port of New York. 11 New Book Members Achieving their full 'A' books this month through the SIU's 'A' Seniority Upgrading Program conducted at both Piney Point and Headquarters are 11 more Seafarers. They are Robert Diaz, Wflliam Corbett, Clifford Aversano, Kevin Gannon, Ronald Gillette, Ro­ berto Duron, Christopher Pepe, Gilbert Payton, Allen A. Cooper, Michael Mefferd and Michael Donardo. This brings the total number of Seafarers who have completed the program to 262.. The program was started to prepare our members for the innovations on the r w vessels under construction and to maintain the Union's tradition of pro­ viding wdl-trained, qualified Seaforers for all our contracted ships. Another purpose of the program is to give our membership a better under­ standing of SIU operations, as well as our problems and the best methods to deal with than. By upgra^ng themselves through the Kevin Gannon Seafarer Kevin Gannon graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School in 1973 and began sailing in the deck department. Before attending the "A" Seniority Program Brother Gannon upgraded, to AB at the Piney Point school. A itative and resident of Phila­ delphia, Brother Gannon ships from the port of New York. William Corbett Gflbert Payton Seafarer William Corbett graduated from the Harry Lundeberg' School in 1973 and began shipping out with the SIU in the deck department. Before attending the "A" Seniority Upgrad­ ing Program Brother Corbett also ob­ tained his AB ticket at the Piney Point school. A native of New York, Brother Corbett still lives in that city and ships from that port. Seafarer Gilbert Payton has been sailing with the SIU since graduating from the Harry Lundeberg School in 1972. Brother Payton ships as an AB, having earned his green ticket at the Lundeberg School before starting the "A" Seniority Upgrading Program. A native and resident of Mobile, Brother Payton ships from that port. Clifford Aversano Christopher Pepe Seafarer Clifford Aversano has been sailing with the SIU since graduating from the Harry Lundeberg School in 1973, A member of the black gang, Brother Aversano returned to Piney Point to upgrade to FOWT before at­ tending the "A" Seniority Program. Brother Aversano is a native and resi­ dent of Brooklyn, N.Y. and ships from the port of New York. Seafarer Christo­ pher Pepe started sailing with the SIU in 1974 after grad­ uating from the Harry Lundeberg School. Shipping in the steward depart­ ment, Brother, Pepe returned to Piney Point in May, 1976 and earned his third cook's endorsement. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. Brother Pepe now lives on Long Island and ships from the port of New York. Alien A. Cooper Seafarer Allen Cooper began sail­ ing with th'- ZiU in 1973 after graduat­ ing from the Harry Lundeberg Schoc^. Though he now sails only in the en­ gine •'epartment. Brother Cooper re­ turned to Piney Pomt earlier this year where he earned both AB and FOWT endorsements. Born in Baltimore and raised in Honduras, Brother Cooper now lives in New Orleans and ships from that port. Michael Denardo Seafarer Michael Denardo has been shipping out with the SIU since grad­ uating from the trainee program at the tiarry Lunde­ berg School four years ago. Sailing in the engine depart­ ment, Brother Denardo returned to Piney Poirit where he earned his FOWT endorsement in 1975. Brother Denardo is a native and resident of New York and he ships from that port. 8 Graduate From QMED Class SGHBNJLE Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Detroit Date Oct. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 6 Oct. 7 Oct. 7 Oct. 8 Oct. 11 Houston Oct. 11 New Orleans .... Oct. 12 Mobile Oct. 13 San Francisco ... Oct. 14 Wilmington .... Oct. 18 Seattle Oct. 22 Piney Point .... Oct. 9 San Juan Oct. 7 Columbus ...... Oct. 16 Chicago Oct. 12 Port Arthur Oct. 12 Buffalo Oct. 13 St. Louis Oct. 14 Cleveland ....Oct. 14 , Jersey City Oct. 11 , Deep Sea 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m. IBU ..... ..... ..... ..... •• •• • UIW 5:00 p.m 5:00 p.m. ..... 5:00p.m 5:00 p.m. ..... —• • • • • • • • • • S«00 p«n]» . 2:30 p.m. • • • • • ScOO p>in« . 2:30 p.m. • • • • • 3*00 p«ii)« . 2:30 p.m. 5:00 p.in . 2:30 p.m. • • • • • . 2:30 p.m. • • • • • " . 2:30 p.m. • • • •» • 10:30 a.m. • • • * • 10:30 Bain* 2:30 p.m. • • • • • — ..... 5:00 p.m. ..... 5:00 p.m. ..... 5:00 p.m. ..... 5:00p.m. ..... 5:00 p.m. ..... 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00 p.m. •• •• • • • •«• 7»00 p*in« — ••••• • •• •• •• •• • • •• • • ••••• — ..... 1:00 p.m. ..... ..... — ..... . •.. ..... ..... QMED Instructor Jack Parcel! (4th left) has photo taken recenty with his class of graduates of (I. to r.): Edward Craig; John Manen, Francis Sylvia; Francis Guidry; Chester Hoff; H. Robert Hill; Charles Behrens, and Lionel Jackson. Engine Department Director Charles Nalen is at the right. Page 30 Seafarers Log . ...i i'- mmM �t > • i A- 43»Hi 1 T« SPAII Since IKcfjinninfi of '74» •J 'he following Seafarers and other concerned individuals, 430 in all, have demonstrated an active interest in participating in political legislative activities which are vital to both our job security and our social and economic welfare, by voluntarily donating $100 or more to i ../.A •,a |/ie Seafarers Political Activities Donation (SPAD) fund since the beginning of 1976. (The law prohibits the use of any union money, such as I dues, initiation fees, etc., for political activities. The most effective Way the trade unionist can take part in politics is through voluntary political E contributions.) Twenty-nine who have realized how important it is to let the SlU's voice be heard in the Halls of Congress have contributed $200,| six have contributed $300, three $600, and one $1,100. For the rest of the year the LOG will be running the SP AD honor rolls be- I Cause the Union feels that in the upcoming months—especially bec-ause of the 1976 elections — our political role must be maintained if the ; livelihoods of Seafarers are to be protected. Have You Made Your SPAD rm' $7noo^ 179 SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION r $' rOIMTH MENVE :|MOPIU.YH, N.T. 1im 'V M • Date. kNo. Contributor'! Name. DonaiiottYhis Year? Address. City .Zipl and purposes SPAD is a separate sej^^fi^fund. tfS 'proceeds are to fu crests of Seafarer seamen, including, but not limited to furtheribg the political, social and economic ' employment opportunities the preservation and furthering of the';American Merchant Marine with impr with such objects, SPAD for seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connmi supports and contributes to politicial ^candidates for elective office. All mtributions are voluntary. No lination, financial reprisal, or contribution may be solicited or rece%d because of force, iob disci threat of such conduct, or as a conditi^ of membership in the Unii (SlUNA AGLIWD) or of employ', notify the Seafarers Union ment. If a contribution is made by'r^i^iiApf the atwve improper^' ibution for investigation and or SPAD at the above address, certiflil^ mail ^ijtbih thirty days pfrth appropriate action and refund, if Tnyoluntary. Sbpppr^. SPAIf to prot further your economic. political and social interests, American trade union concept and Seafarer s SPAD ,r IA copy of our report is filed with the Federal Eiectif^E^Commission and is available from the Federal Election Commission, Washington, O.C.) v"'.,--' Bmfce,?. Bnumette,?. Bnrton,R. Byrne, E. Byrne, W. C8bllda,S. Caffey,J. Campbell, A. G. Campbell, H. Capella,F.J. Caraballo,R. Carbqne,V. Cherire,!. Cirignano,L. Cofone,W. Cok«r,D. Compton,W. Conklln,K. Cooper,N. Conrtoey,!. Craig,jr.L. Crocco,G. Cross,M. 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Vi �'liaK; ia farers Political Activity Donation -i • «; V V* "^' "• - Jobs and Job Security cAe SI various curity of p certain that American ships, carryjcargo with American seamen on become a commitment of this t' :0W:; K-t' A'-^' ; T" ;s-, "Tt-:,." .• v'". No America trolled; monitore enced by the Feder time industry. No less in the White House, 10 Ca and 31 Federal Agencies, and Committees have their coll5 maritime pie. This is in addition influence of Congress. Seafarers—more than any other workers—^have a direct stake in what ha Washington. To Seafarers, political action necessary way of life: "Politics Is Porkchops' more than a slogan. It is important that in the Congress we have ^ legislators who understand the need for a strong U.S. merchant marine-^and who are wilUng to le Executive Branch of our ;esident on down, underity of our country demarine, ton to promote d have the inafarer. We islative -1 . 'W ..w...*, i.-. ', -fy-'-.n i'. • -...v. .• > TI) , 'tr If 1 le SlU-contracted Waterman LASH vessel Stone, Jackson was built under the Merchant Marine J 970. Here she is about to unload her cargo ^lyn, N.Y. pier. SI — -M ican seamen in the U.S.-Russia grain has worked to keep our Public ispitals open to provide for th^ ieamen and their families. It attacks on the Jones Act housands of jobs. This nation needs a marine. We .1 to provide inand jobs for pation' a concomi out fear of i Your partic^ contribution to Si join with your brothi Congressmen who will and proposals, and will un! objectives. SPAD is unity. It is the unitj^ ing together to provide greater jc for American seamen—and bettei^ themselves and their families. SPAD works. It has been the partici^ Seafarers through SPAD that contributed The SlU-manned tanker Overseas Arctic gets ready, passage of the Merchant Marine Act of T to load grain in Houston for delivery to Russia. which has built new ships. It has worked to insur^ mr To nmisv& our in po:ipa- m ^ achieve bur fconiar4e^||^j,a|, political '-'I St 'oownucnoNMoa, "in*! oa*t^ "•O-flACUIB beeil' our pre this sam^ carry us for^ find then to act upon them. It is unders^^ lUtoizether,vm , atH m •San '**iNa Mb- •"•-.a.- ^Cy MKCHANT MAWW Aa Of 1970 -RR. 18424 •isti I.wiif... m I .mumfl. AN ACT •IV, fiM yiX r>i '•'Ini •-w,, Services are provided for seaman in the eight United States Public Health Service Hospitals. -•f" . • � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1976 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SIU, IBU MEMBERS OK MERGER OF THE TWO UNIONS JOBLESS RATE RISES TO 7.9%; HITS HIGH FOR '76 AFL-CIO GENERAL BOARD SETS 6-POINT PLAN HALL SUBMITS CHALLENGE TO AUTOMATION PLANNERS EMPHASIS ON UPGRADING AT N.Y. MEETINGS HALL URGES U.S. ADOPT TOTAL SEAPOWER CONCEPT REPUBLICANS MAKE NO MENTION OF MERCHANT MARINE CONGRESSIONAL BILL WOULD GUT FOOD STAMP PROGRAM GIANT, NEW LAKES M/V ST. CLAIR HAULS COAL TO DETROIT TWO SNUG HARBOR RESIDENTS IN N.Y. BATTLE TRUSTEES SIU'S ALCOHOL REHABILITATION CENTER HAS HELPED 80 SEAFARERS RECORD RETIREMENTS SHAKE UP CONGRESS CARGO PREFERENCE IS WHAT AILING U.S. MERCHANT MARINE NEEDS DON'T BUY SEAGRAM'S BOYCOTT ASKED IN DISTILLERY LOCKOUT SEAFARER ROSE HAS CAUGHT THE 'NUMISMATIC BUG' AUTOMATION: HUMAN BEING MUST BE CONSIDERED MARITIME WORKERS PROTEST STATE DEPT'S INACTION PROTESTS HELD IN PORTS THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY AGAINST SOVIET VIOLATIONS OF GRAIN DEAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNER HOPES TO BE COLLEGE TEACHER MAUMEE GETS JAWS GASH IN DUEL WITH ICE UNION OFFICIAL LEORY JONES - ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT - RETIRES COAST GUARD SEIZES $9.5-M IN DRUGS, 2 BOATS OFF FLORIDA; HOLD 9 IS YOUR CHILD PROTECTED? 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', s ••••4 Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union • Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District • AFL-CIO Battle N2''9^® SEPTEMBER 1977 Hotter OyerCargd^Preference See Page 3 SM Page 6 New SIU'Contracted Boat SeweU's Point First Living Sober Reunion Held See Pages 19-21 See Page 10 Overseas New York Will Soon Join Union-Crewed Fleet 4-' .^.•l �Tug Geary Pushes First Part of World's Largest Oil Rig Six SIU members recently took part in an exciting and historic event on the inland waterways. On July 19 the SlUcontracted towboat John D. Geary be­ gan pushing the first section of the world's largest oil rig through a Louisiana bayou toward its destination in the Gulf of Mexico. The crew of the Geary, operated by Orgulf Transport Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio included the following SIU mem­ bers: Dorothy Cripps, cook; Ike O'Donoghue, mate; Frank Smith, watchman, and Deckhands Joe Bishop, Hollice Davidson and Robert Mehlbauer. The oil rig, built by McDermott Fab­ ricators of Morgan City, La. for the Shell Oil Co., measures 175 ft. high, 380 ft. wide, and 400 ft. long. The rig weighed only 14,000 tons, quite a bit lighter than the 40,000-ton barge tows that the Geary is accustomed to push­ ing. But the size and shape of the fig made its transport particularly tricky. On the first part of the journey the Geary had to navigate through a nar­ row, winding, shallow waterway called Bayou Chene, La. Periodically the barge on which the rig rested touched bottom or its cargo overlapped the banks. But the 6,600 hp. Geary was able to push through. Since the maze of piping severely hampered the pilots' vision, a man stationed at the head of the barge radioed directions to the pilot­ house of the Geary. As one crewmember reported, the view from the deck of the boat was most unusual. "It was unreal. I've never seen anything like it. Sometimes you could hear trees along the bank being ripped up." The going was a little easier once the Geary reached the open channel of the Atchafalaya River and Atchafalaya Bay. On the second day, the boat reached its destination — a seabuoy about 11 miles out in the Gulf of Mex- Here's a rear view of the M/V John D. Geary (Orgulf) pushing the first section of the world's biggest offshore oil rig. The rig towers over the trees of Bayou Chene, La. on its way to the Gulf. rh 0X0, rp The Log Is Your Publication Pick up any daily newspaper and thumb through it. You'll find everything from the local crime statistics to the college grid scores. But there's one thing you won't see a whole lot about, and that's maritime—the industry we live by. Papers do, of course, carry news about the maritime industry. Some more than others. But these articles are often missing important facts. And all too often they are written from our opponent's viewpoint, for example, some of the current articles on cargo preference legislation. As little as daily newspapers have about maritime, television and radio have less. My point is this. The U.S. maritime industry is an extremely complex one, faced with many complex problems. And we as maritime people must have a clear and accurate picture of what's going on in the industry if we are to cope with and solve these problems. Thai'» 'Vhere our newspaper, the Log, comes in. The Log, itself, is prob­ ably the most comprehensive maritime newspaper in the country. And the important thing is that the Log is written and published specifically for the SIU membership. Each month, the Log reports on virtually every issue involving the U.S. maritime industry and its workers that has transpired over the previous month. This ranges from legislation to ship and boat launchings. However, the Log goes one very important step further than simply report­ ing the facts about these issues. The Log interprets the facts, and then out­ lines in detail how a particular issue will affect the job and job security of SIU members. Another very important job the Log performs is reporting on the news within the Union itself. The Log carries detailed information on the Lunde- ico. The barge was then turned over to sea-going tugs which took the rig to its drilling site. The duties of the Geary's crew were a little different from usual on this trip. The deck crew hooked the boat up to the barge which carried the rig. After that they turned to other duties, such as helping install splashboards in the door­ ways to make the river boat seaworthy for its trip into the Gulf. They also helped out in the galley and served as hosts to the extra people who were around for this special trip. The Geary's cook, Dorothy Cripps, deserves special mention for the hard work and long hours she put in. At one meal she served over 100 extra people, including a large crew of men who were stationed on the rig and assorted com­ pany and Government officials. Sister Cripps reports that 7 pies, 4 gallons of strawberries, 13 loves of bread, 75 hot rolls and 60 pounds of roast were con­ sumed for dinner one day. Boatwoman Cripps summed up the entire crew's attitude quite well: "It was the hardest I've ever worked, and the most thrilling experience I've ever had. I considered it an honor." The Geary's crew is already hoping that they will be chosen next year to take out another section of the huge rig, which will eventually be 1,265 ft. tall. As successful as this year's operation was, their dream just may become a reality. berg School, the Welfare and Pension Plans, new contracts, shipping reports, digests of ships' meetings and many other special features. Overall, I think the Log does a good job of reporting on the things that affect all our lives. I'm not the only one that thinks so, either. For three years running now, the International Labor Press Association has Jiamed the Log one of the best labor publications in the nation. (See story on page 10.) This is an important distinction, and the editors of the Log are proud of it. Another thing I believe that should be mentioned about the Log is~~the amount of work and planning that goes into its publication. Once each month, I and several other SIU officials from various segments of the Union meet with the Log's editors. The purpose of these meetings, of course, is to continually make the Log a better publication. We discuss the previous issue in detail. Special emphasis is placed on how a certain article has either succeeded or fallen short of telling the complete story. We also discuss the upcoming issiTe thoroughly. We talk about the articles that will appear. But most importantly, we talk about how these articles can be presented and illustrated to tell the story just like it is—plain and simple. Nothing slick or fancy. There is one other aspect that I believe adds something special to the Log. That is the input to the paper by SIU members themselves. The Log regularly receives photos, human interest items, and other stories from the membership. This provides the Log with a nice balance. But most important, it proves that the SIU membership, which is the bulk of the Log's readership, wants to have a good newspaper. SIU members who do con­ tribute to the Log should be congratulated. From the front pap to the back page, I believe that the Log is a lot more to the SIU membership than just a nt wspaper. First of all, it is the only real means Union Headquarters has to effectively communicate with a membership that is spread throughout the nation, and for that matter, throughout the world. The Log is also an important educational tool for us. It can and should be used at Union meetings on ships and tugs to spur discussions about the issues that profoundly affect our lives. One other point. The Log provides us with a chronological history of the SIU. Right now, you can look at back issues of the Log and see how the SIU has progressed and evolved. You can also look at the present issue of the Log and see where we stand today, as well as what the future has in store for us and our industry. The Log is a good publication. It's your publication. My only advice is, read it and use it to its fullest extent. Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf Lakes and Inland Waters District AFL-Pin fiVR Fnnrth Awa RmnWiun N Y 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. Vol. 39. No. 9. September 1977. ' ^^e.. ttrooKiyn. IN.T. 2 / LOG / September 1977 �Oil Bigs All Out to Stop Cargo Preference The U.S. oil companies have launched an all out lobbying effort to stop Congressional passage of 9.5 percent oil cargo preference for American-flag ships. The oil companies are supple­ menting their efforts in Congress with a heavy nationwide ad campaign in scores of daily newspapers. Not surprisingly, the newspapers accepting oil company ads have al­ most all come out strongly against rjnyrjDEEP SEA the cargo preference bill in conspicu­ ously similar editorials. The oil companies are fighting hard against the 9.5 percent bill be­ cause they stand to lose profits if the bill is passed. The oil people own and operate huge fleets of flag-of-convenience tankers. These ships carry the majority of .America's oil imports. At the same time, these ships avoid Schulman Is Elected Bar Assn. Unit Head Howard Schulman, SlU general counsel, has been elected chairman of the American Bar Association's Labor Relations Law Section for the 1977-78 term. Schulman will be in charge of direct­ ing the affairs of the 10,000-member Section. This Section consists of labor and management lawyers and aca­ demics throughout the United States specializing in the field of labor law. Numbered among its members are the foremost authorities in the field. Schulman was elected by the Section membership at the American Bar Asso­ ciation's Chicago Convention held in August. SlU General Counsel Schulman is senior partner in the New York law firm of Schulman, Abarbancl & Schlesinger. He also serves as a commissioner of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. He was appointed to this post by New York Gov. Hugh Carey and confirmed by the New York State Senate earlier this year. American taxes, U.S. environmental standards, and of course, the use of American labor in operating the vessels. House Vote Due The cargo bill, itself, would re­ quire that 9.5 percent of all U.S. oil imports be carried in U.S. ships by 1982. American ships would imme­ diately be guaranteed a 4.5 percent share of all oil imports. This share would increase one percent a year for five years until the 9.5 percent mark is reached. U.S. ships now carry only 3.5 percent of the country's oil im­ ports. The bill has the support of the Carter Administration. The AFLCIO has pledged its all out support for the bill. In addition, a coalition of maritime labor (including the SIU), U.S. shipping companies, and U.S. shipbuilders is campaigning for the bill's enactment. This coalition has formed an action committee known simply as the U.S. Maritime Committee. The 9.5 percent bill is expected to come up for a vote on the House floor in early October. Over a month ago, the bill was voted favorably out of committee by a bipartisan margin of 31 to 4. This impressive vote indicates there is strong support for the bill in the House, and it will probably pass. However, the Senate may be a dif­ ferent story. Ranking Republicans have set up opposition to the measure along party lines. They hope to bring conservative Democrats into their camp to defeat the bill. One way or the other, the bill will probably not come up for a vote in the Senate this year. The Senate has scheduled additional hearings for the bill, delaying a floor vote. In addi­ tion, Senate Majority Leader Robert Byrd has indicated that the Senate would not consider the bill until next year. There was even a late move in the House to .send the bill back to com­ mittee for additional hearings. But the House Rules Committee voted 10-3 to .send the bill to the House floor for action. Maritime Campaigning, Too To offset the oil companies' mass­ ive lobbying effort against the bill, the U.S. Maritime Committee is wag­ ing its own fight for the bill's passage. Continued on Page 29 SIU Reps Speak at MAR AD Firefighfing Hearings Beginning with tankermen and sea­ farers aboard LNG equipment, seamen and boatmen with ratings will be re­ quired to have firefighting training in the future. To prepare for the increased number of people who will be taking the Maritime Administration's practical INDEX Legislative News SIU in Washington Oil cargo bill Page 9 Page 3 Union News President's Report Page 2 SPAD honor roll Pages 38-39 Headquarters Notes Page 7 Lakes Picture Page 8 Inland Lines Page 6 At Sea-Ashore Page 18 Fishermen Conference ..Page 10 Union appointments . .. .Page 10 General News National unemployment . .Page 10 Carpenters' Union Page 25 Firefighting hearings Page 3 Offshore meeting Page 5 Coast Guard inaction .... Page 5 Alaska oil on foreign ships . Page 5 Waterman subsidies .. . .Page 11 Log wins award Page 10 Oxygen on ship Page 22 On Ships and Boats Sewell's Point Page 6 Overseas New York Page 10 Ships' Digests Page 34 Manhattan, LNG Aquarius Page 25 In Norfolk harbor Back Page Flamingo and Gobbler .. Page 24 Basketball game in Russia Page 28 Ships' Committees Pages 23, 38-39 firefighting course, MAELAD is plan­ ning to build training facilities in the port for the new facilities. However, the Union believes that the Maritime Ad­ Great Lakes and New Orleans areas. ministration's main concern should be During the past month, hearings were held by MARAD on the proposed sites for the firefighting schools. SIU repre­ sentatives at the hearings expressed supDispatchers' Reports: Great Lakes ...' Inland Waters Deep Sea Tug Geary Page 8 Page 14 Page 26 Page 2 Training and Upgrading 'A' seniority upgrading.. .Page 37 First Class Pilots course.. Page 12 GED graduate Page 11 MLS courses and dates . .Page 35 Electrical Maintenance ..Page 27 Membership News Upgraded to officer Page 18 Former scholarship winner Page 14 New Pensioners Page 28 Final Departures ... .Pages 32-33 "Red" Morris retires Page 6 Special Features Jones Act : Page 13 Living Sober Reunion Pages 19-21 SIU clinics Pages15-17 Pages from seamen's history Page 36 Articles of particular interest to members, in each area—deep sea, rivers. Lakes—can be found on the following pages: Deep Sea: 3,18, 22,23,25,26, 34 Inland Waters: 2, 6, 14, 24, Back Page Great Lakes: 3, 8 making the MARAD facility in Earle, N.J. a model firefighting school. As Lindsay Williams, SIU Gulf Coast vice president put it at the New Orleans meeting Sept. 9; "We feel'that since many of our members will receive some training through the Lundeberg School, the firefighting they attend should be the finest that can be found in any part of the country." All SIU trainees and upgraders get classroom work in firefighting at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., and then go to Earle for the practical part. This averages out to over 600 Seafarers and Boatmen each year. Brother Williams also asked MARAD to build the Gulf area fire­ fighting facility close to New Orleans. That way, he said, members from the inland waterways or deep sea vessels could take the course while waiting for a job at the Union hall. High transpor­ tation expenses might prevent SIU members from attending the firefighting school if it were too far from New Or­ leans. Great Lakes Meeting Jack Bluitt, SIU Detroit port agent, attended the meeting in Toledo, Ohio on Aug. 30 and expressed support for the Toledo site that was chosen. He reported to the Log that the Mari­ time Administration has set a goal for opening the Toledo facility in May 1978. He also noted that MARAD rep­ resentatives agreed that improving the facilities in New Jersey should get top priority. Representatives of other maritime unions, port officials, and the shipping industry also attended the hearings. For many years the SIU has been active in promoting and encouraging firefighting training to improve safety on board its contracted vessels. To­ gether with other maritime training schools, the SIU helped to work out the course of study for the MARAD firefighting school. This was done through the Maritime Training Advis­ ory Board. !n Emergency Notify USPHS by Telegram Any Seafarer or Boatman who is taken to a hospital other than a USPHS facility for emergency treatment, must notify the nearest USPHS hospital of his situation within 48 hours, and it is suggested that the notification be made by telegram. In the past, many of our mem­ bers have made it a practice to notify USPHS by phone. Unfortu­ nately, when it comes time to pay the bill, there have been cases when USPHS has refused to pick up the tab claiming they have no record of the telephone call. How­ ever, by using telegrams you will have permanent proof that you ac­ tually notified USPHS within the 'prescribed period and at the same time you will eliminate any confu­ sion dealing with phone calls. If you have no recourse, though, but to use the phone, you should make it a point to get the name, title and department of the person who handled your call. September 1977 / LOG / 3 1 -i �51U Ships Take Active Role in Alaska Oil Run Beer was flowing in the bars of Valdez, Alaska. Sirens wailed, and fire­ crackers were lit like the fourth of July. All this because the river of "black gold" finally poured out of the Alaska oil pipeline on July 29. Some SlU-contracted tankers were already in the area waiting for their cargo. Others were heading up for the Gulf of Alaska. Approximately 25 SIU vessels will be used in the Alaska trade, to bring oil to the Continental United States. But surprisingly, the first SlU-contracted ship to get oil was the S.S. Gal­ veston (Sea-Land)—a containership. The first 30 gallons of oil to arrive in Valdez were poured into a souvenir drum which was transported over-theroad to Sea-Land's port terminal in An­ chorage, Alaska. There the Galveston picked it up for delivery to Seattle. SlU-contracted tankers have many destinations after they leave Valdez. For example, the Overseas Alaska (Maritime Overseas) discharged her first cargo in Nikiski, Alaska. The Arriving with the first load of Alaskan crude to reach the East Coast, the Over­ seas Valdez (Maritime Overseas) docked in Marcus Hook, Pa. on Sept. 18. The SlU-contracted tanker picked up her cargo on the western side of the Panama Canal in August. The SlU-contracted supertanker SS New York (Interocean Manage­ ment) was the first to arrive with Alaskan oil in the Gulf of Parita, 65 miles from the Panama Canal. (This photo was taken by SIU Brother John Aversa.) * I Overseas Alice took oil to San Fran­ cisco. The Overseas Chicago unloaded oil in Los Angeles and the Overseas Natalie in the Panama Canal. Other Maritime Overseas ships on the Alaska run include the Overseas Ohio and Overseas Joyce. Oil that is slated for delivery to the East and Gulf Coast sometimes switches ships several times. For ex­ ample, the SlU-contracted supertanker SS New York (Interocean Manage­ ment) left Valdez with oil on Aug. 13. By the end of August she arrived at the Parita Gulf, 65 miles west of the Panama Canal. Too large to pass through the Canal, the New York transferred her shipment to a large tanker which is serving as a temporary storage depot. Some of that oil was then transferred to a tanker small enough to go through the locks and on to the Gulf Coast. The SIU-contractedOvcrjca.y Valdez was the first ship to bring Alaska oil to the East Coast. She will be on the Panama-East Coast/Gulf Coast run. The first barrel of crude off the Alaska pipeline arrived at Sea-Land's container terminal in Seattle, Wash, aboard the SlU-contracted SS Galveston. The petroleum will be divided into souvenier memorial samples. i „'• ' 'T:;„ : 5c-. Just down from Valdez, Alaska, the SlU-contracted SS New York (top of photo) pumped about 1.8 million barrels of crude oil into the storage tanker MV British Resolution (center). Part was reloaded into the smaller Washington Trader (bottom) to go through the Panama Canal. The transfer occurred in the Gulf of Parita 65 miles from the Panama Canal, Aug. 28. The Overseas Alice (Maritime Overseas) is one of the SlU-contracted ships bringing Alaskan crude oil to the U.S. mainland. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR UNION BE ADVISED!!!! IF YOU GET BUSTED FOR TAKING ..ORPOSSESSING DRUGS YOU CAN KISS YOUR SEAMAN'S PAPERS GOOD-BYE - t• - ; 4 / LOG / September 1977 �Coast Guard's Record of Non-Cooperation Intact The U.S. Coast Guard is keeping its record intact of not cooperating with maritime labor on issues of manning and shipboard safety. In fact, the Coast Guard's latest ac­ tion concerning blue ticket AB's ap­ pears to be in retaliation to the SIU's recent criticisms of the Coast Guard's failures on safety matters. Consider the following sequence of events: • Early last Spring, it became ap­ parent that their was a shortage of green ticket able-seamen (AB unlimited any waters). The Coast Guard took the proper action. They agreed to allow blue ticket able-seamen (AB 12 months any waters) to fill a maximum of 50 percent of a vessel's AB requirements. This instead of a maximum of 25 per­ cent. The SIU supported this action. • On June 23, 1977, SIU Executive Vice President Frank Drozak testified before the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee on Coast Guard. Drozak heavily criticized the Coast Guard's ac­ tions in setting low manning scales on new U.S.-flag ships. He said the low manning scales "have caused excessive overtime and severe health and safety risks for merchant marine crews." • On July 14, SIU Detroit Port Agent Jack Bluitt testified before the same House subcommittee. He criti­ cized the Coast Guard for cutting man­ ning scales and eliminating deck watches on new Great Lakes vessels. Bluitt said the cuts were causing exces­ sive overtime. And, he said it has brought about labor jurisdictional dis­ putes between officers and unlicensed crewmembers. • On Sept. 7, 1977, the Coast Guard reversed its SlU-supported position on the blue ticket AB situation. As a result of the Coast Guard's ac­ tion, maritime unions will have trouble supplying a full complement of green ticket AB's on some ships. Conse­ quently, some ships will sail short, cre­ ating an unnecessary burden on the rest of the crew. SIU Executive Vice President Dro­ work. Consequently, there is now the zak, in a letter to Rear Adm. W. M. opportunity for blue ticket able seamen Benkert, chief of the Office of Merchant to go to sea and to fulfill the statutory Marine Safety, has asked the Coast requirements for endorsements as ableGuard to reconsider its position on blue seamen, unlimited, any waters." ticket AB's. Biting Their Nose Drozak pointed out that the short­ There appears no good reason why ages of green ticket AB's was "due in the Coast Guard reversed its decision large measure to the depressed state of on the AB issue. the U.S.-flag merchant marine. Many The rule itself, limiting blue ticket vessels in the U.S. fleet have been laid- AB's to 25 percent of the deck comple­ up for lack of available cargo, and this ment, is outdated. Merchant marine in turn caused many green ticket able- training facilities today, such as the seamen to retire." Lundeberg School, are turning out He added, "equally significant, the highly qualified blue ticket AB's. It is lack of sufficient merchant vessel activ­ the position of the SIU that nothing in ity prevented the large complement of the interest of job efficiency would be blue ticket able seamen from gaining lost if half the AB's on a vessel were the requisite seatime so as to qualify for blue ticket holders. upgrading." However, if the Coast Guard remains Drozak said, however, that this situa­ stubborn over the issue, it could create tion is changing. He said that "with the serious shipboard safety hazards be­ advent of the trans-Alaska pipeline and cause ships will sail short. the carriage of oil under the Strategic Right now, though, it appears the Petroleum Reserve, many previously Coast Guard is biting off its nose to laid-up American vessels now have spite its face. Carter OKs Canada— Not Alaska—Gas Pipeline A trans-Canadian pipeline route to carry natural gas from Alaska to U.S. markets won President Carter's ap­ proval this month. The Canadian proj­ ect was accepted over an ail-American proposal that would have carried the gas through a combination Alaskan pipeline and LNG tanker system. The SIU liad strongly supported the all-American plan because it would have relied totally on American labor. That project had been proposed by the El Paso Alaska Gas Co. The El Paso project promised thousands of jobs, not only for maritime workers, but for an enormous range of Americans involved in its construction and operation. The $10 billion, 2,700 mile Cana­ dian pipeline is expected to be finished by 1981. Pending final Congressional approval, the pipeline will be built by a group of three companies. Two of the companies are Canadian and one is American. President Carter called the pipeline the "largest project in the history of the world". He said he cho.se it because it has economic and environmental ad­ vantages over its competing proposals. A second Canadian project was also under consideration along with El Paso's. El Paso had contested, however, that its proposed pipeline would be cheaper to build and would provide quicker de­ livery of gas than the Canadian plans. El Paso's shorter route would have paralleled the 800-mile Alaskan Oil Pipeline. It could have saved time and money by being built in an area where major construction had already taken place. Secretary of Energy James R. Schlesinger has estimated that cost overruns might raise the price of the approved Canadian pipeline to $13 or $14 bil­ lion. It will go from Prudhoe Bay fields in Alaska, southward along the Alaska Highway, then through Canada's southexn Yukon and Alberta Provinces. A spur may be added later to take gas from the Mackenzie River Delta and the Beaufort Sea in Arctic Canada. This will be done if this northern Cana­ dian reserve is considered rich enough to justify the expense. Meanwhile, the proposed southern part of the line will supply the Ameri­ can Middle West from the Prudhoe Bay fields. A western leg of the Canadian pipeline is also being considered to bring the gas down to the U.S. West Coast. The El Paso Pipeline would have brought the Alaskan gas down from Prudhoe Bay to a liquefication plant near Valdez, Alaska. From there it would have been transported by LNG tankers to the U.S. West Coast. A regasification plant in California and use of existing gas pipelines east­ ward to other U.S. markets were also discussed in conjunction with the El Paso plan. President Carter and Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau an­ nounced their agreement on the Cana­ dian route on Sept. 20, ending months of deliberation. A formal agreement be­ tween the two countries was signed on Sept. 20. The U.S. Congress will con­ sider the project later this month. How­ ever, no major Congressional opposi­ tion to it is expected. SIU Acts to Block Foreign Flags on Alaska Oil Run The Liberian-flag tanker Hercules pulled into the port of Valdez, Alaska and took on a load of Alaskan North Slope crude early in September. The vessel then headed for Cape Horn. She is due to deliver the oil to the Amerada Hess refinery in the Virgin Islands in mid-October. After the oil is refined, it will be delivered by foreign-flag ship to the mainland U.S. The SIUNA believes this is a viola­ tion of the "U.S. flag only" rule for domestic shipping and the Alaskan trade. Along with the American Mari­ time Association and the Shipbuilders Council of America, the SIUNA has joined a lawsuit asking the Federal courts to block further use of foreignflag ships on the Alaska run. Under the law, the Federal " courts can order the U.S. Treasury Depart­ ment and Customs Bureau to enforce the Jones Act. The Jones Act states that U.S. bottoms must carry cargo between two U.S. ports. (See story on Page 13.) However, t'nere is a loophole in the Jones Act that excludes the U.S. Virgin Islands. According to the SIUNA, the Ship­ builders Council and the American Maritime Association, the Hercules' stopover at the Virgin Islands does not change the basic nature of the voyage. It is still a coastwise voyage from Alaska to the East Coast—which comes under the Jones Act. Furthermore, the law authorizing the construction of the Alaskan pipeline was passed in part to boost American shipyards and the American-flag tanker fleet. Using the Liberian-flag, Hercules violates both these acts and opens the door to knocking U.S. tankers out of the Alaskan trade. The lawsuit begins in Washington, D.C. Oct. 3. Back in August, the SIUNA heard that a foreign-flag tanker was going to be used in the Alaskan trade. At that time, SIUNA Vice President Frank Drozak wrote to the U.S. secretary of the treasury asking that the Union be informed of any applications made to use foreign ships to carry Alaskan crude (see August Log). Instead of answering, the Treasury Department simply sent a note saying the letter was received. In a related development, the Treas­ ury Department is proposing new regu­ lations which would clearly spell out when foreign ships could be used in the domestic trades. Up until the present, this was decided on a case-by-case basis making enforcement of the Jones Act haphazard. SIU lawyers are studying the proposals and plan to comment when hearmgs on the new regulations are held. Unions, Builders Push for U.S.-Made Gear in Offshore Drilling Nine international unions and seven construction companies will put their combined muscle behind a "Build American" Program in upcoming legis­ lation on offshore oil and gas drilling. The unions, which include the SIUNA, and the companies formed a legislative committee at a meeting late last month in Washington, D.C. The committee will push for a "Build Amer­ ican" amendment to the Outer Conti­ nental Shelf Lands Act (H.R. 1614). The amendment to this, pending bill would require that all equipment used in the offshore drilling industtry 'in American waters be made in the U.S. It would be a major job producer for American workers in this rapidly de­ veloping industry. The unions and the companies have been meeting since last year. They have already signed a contract known as the General Presidents' Offshore Agree­ ment. "This agreement insures jobs for building and maritime union workers on oil and gas rigs on the West Coast outer continental shelf. At meetings last month, plans were made to expand the West Coast contract to include all phases of offshore drilling construction. Plans were also made to secure jobs for union workers in the East Coast offshore work, which is likely to begin soon in several areas. SIUNA Vice President Frank Drozak is chairman of the unions' work group. A policy group is headquartered in Washington and East and West Coast offices will soon be set up to coordinate ongoing work for the entire group. The nine international unions are: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers; Seafarers International Union of North America; United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America; International Union of Operating Engi­ neers; International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades; United As­ sociation of Journeymen and Appren­ tices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fittting Industry of the U.S. and Canada; Inter­ national Association of Bridge, Struc­ tural and Ornamental Iron Workers; International Brotherhood of Boiler­ makers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers, and the Interna­ tional Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers. The companies are: Donovan Con­ struction; Kaiser Steel; J. Ray McDermott; Hudson Engineering; Tokola Off­ shore; Comstock, and Offshore Weld­ ing and Fabrication. September 1977 / LOG / 5 •f 'i. 'Sj;. V- E �Jacksonville The new deep sea tug Explorer of SlU-contracted Caribe Tugboat just ar­ rived in this port. She will join five other boats in Caribe's Miami-JacksonvillePuerto Rico run. Puerto Rico Caribe's expanding operation may take effect in a big way here. Nothing is definite yet, but Caribe is talking about a new freight run, possibly involving four boats, from this island to Central and South America. Great Lakes The SlU-contracted Luedtke Engineering Company has begun work on a harbor deepening project in Arcadia, Mich. This is the first in a package of five small projects awarded to the company by the Army Corps of Engineers. It is part of the Army Corps' "testing the market program" which was begun to gauge the effect of granting more Federal dredging projects to private indus­ try. Tl'- development is the subject of a bill now before the House of Representativi^s and has strong support from the SiU. The continuing U.S. Steelworkers strike at 12 iron ore mining and processing plants in Minnesota and Northern Michigan is affecting tugboats in the Great Lakes area. The strike, the first major walkout in the steel industry in 18 years, has laid up about 40 ore-earrying steamships. As a result, many shipdocking tugs are also idle. Paducah, Ky. Shipping has picked up in this coal transportation port with the recent settle­ ment of the coal miners' strike in Kentucky and West Virginia. Houston Five SIU Boatmen here have just crewed the new 3,000 hp. tugJwno. She is a brand new addition to the fleet of G & H Towing out of Todd Shipyards. She will do harbor work between Houston and Galveston. The newest SIU member with Cres­ cent Towing is 18-year old deck­ hand Joe Hughes. Brother Hughes is shown here on the Shannon Smith in his first week on the job last month. A recent trip to SiU-contracted Crescent Towing in New Orleans provided a chance to meet Monroe Jackson, shown here in the engine room on the tug Shannon Smith. Brother Jackson, an oiler, has been with Crescent since 1945 and holds more seniority than anyone else in the entire company. August Jobless Rate Up to 7.1%; Blacks' Matches Postwar's 14.5% WASHINGTON, D.C. —The U.S. jobless rate for August rose to 7.1 per­ cent from July's 6.9 percent. This puts the nation's unemployed at 6.9 million persons. Bearing the lion's share of the high unemployment rate were black work­ ers. Their jobless rate of 14.5 percent is up from July's 13.2 percent. It matches a post-World War II high. This high was also reached in Sept. 1975. Also bearing the brunt of unemploy­ ment are the 100,000 black youths— aged 16 to 21—whose jobless rate last month hit a record summertime high of 34.8 percent. White youths' jobless rate in August was 12.6 percent. Overall, 15.1 million U.S. youths were jobless this July. Hearing about the jump in unem­ ployment figures, AFL-CIO President George Meany observed that they Photos tor Log The crew of the SlU-contracted USNS Columbia (Mount Shipping) suggested that we print a notice about whether or not the Log can use color photos. R!a>?k and white photos, especially if they are sharp and focused well, are much preferred. They reproduce better than color photos in the news­ paper. However, we can use color shots if they are very clear and sharp. Any deep sea. Lakes Seafarer and any SIU Boatman who wishes to send in photos, can address them to; Editor, Log 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232 lacked any bright spots. He repeated his proposal for a new program of direct job creation by the Federal Govern­ ment. Meany warned that "the situation will not improve until America really begins to face up to the fact that there must be a full scale Government pro­ gram to achieve full employment. And that drive still has not started." Meany further declared that the country's stagnant jobless rate does not show the real story of unemployment in America. "When those too discouraged to look for jobs are counted and when the 3.1 million who are forced to work parttime because fulltime jobs are not available are factored in, the true unemployment rate is 9.8 percentl" He noted that the economy is "quite sluggish and nothing is being done to give it a boost." A bright spot in the unemployment Jacksonville's Agent 'Red' Morris Retires SIU Jacksonville Port Agent William J. "Red" Morris, 57, has retired from the Union after 38 years. Brother Morris joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Jacksonville sailing as a bosun. He also sailed from the port of Mobile. In 1947, he first sailed from that port for the Moran Towing and Transportation Co. Seafarer Morris was Mobile joint patrolman from 1969 to 1975. Alto­ gether, he worked 13 years there. During World War II, Brother Mor­ ris made a trip of five months on the Murmansk run in 1942. He also rode a run to England in the War and was on a convoy mat was sunk on its way to Casablanca, Morocco. 6 / LOG / September 1977 Brother Morris says he was on the picketline in all the major SIU beefs. He added that he helped to organize Cities Service, Isthmian Steamship Co. and the Atlantic Steamship Co. In September 1944, Morris worked at SIU Headquarters. The next year he was working for the Union in Jackson­ ville with a few months spent back at Headquarters. Later on he had Union assignments in the ports of Norfolk, Va.; Charleston, S.C. and Savannah, Ga. Born in Florida, Morris is a resident of Jacksonville with his wife, Yvonne. He intends to catch up on his fishing during his retirement. Brother Leo Bonser is replacing Sea­ farer Morris as Jacksonville port agent. WiUiam "Red" Morris picture was that seven U.S. cities had their jobless rate drop below 6 percent. They are Stamford, Conn.; Michigan's Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Portage and Saginaw; Lorain-Elyria, Ohio, and Ra­ cine, Wise. In August, 86 U.S. cities were on the list of cities whose jobless rate was above 6 percent. Seweil's Point Is New SiU-Contracted Tugboat The Seweil's Point, a 2,360 hp. tugboat, is the newest ad­ dition to the SIV-contracted fleet of Curtis Bay Towing in Philadelphia, Pa, She came out of Jakobson's Shipyard in Oyster Bay, N.Y. and entered service in May. She carries a crew of six SHI Boatmen who enjoy air con­ ditioned crew quarters and galley. Her vital statistics are: length: 99 ft., 10 in.; breadth: 29 ft.; draft: 14 ft.; gross tons: 237. She is classified A-l-Ocean Towing, but will do mostly harbor work in the Philadelphia area. The Seweil's Point brings Curtis Bay*s total PhUadelphia fleet up to eight boats. The company also has offices in Baltimore, Md. and Norfolk, Va. �Headquar Notes by SIU Executive Vice President Frank Drozak Too many people often confuse the leadership of a union for the union itself. There is no doubt that strong leadership makes for a strong union. But no group of officials, no matter how well-organized or hardworking, can do that job alone. The real definition of a strong union is the membership itself, working handin-hand with its leadership to insure the full rights of every member. This is no easy task, especially for a union like the SIU. About 80 per cent of our membership is always at sea. Yet we still believe that the Union is where the membership is. The great majority of our membership, constantly moving and physically cut off from one another, is nevertheless the guts of the SIU. The SIU, like all democratic trade unions, works from the membership up. For the past two issues of the Log, I have devoted my column to where this important process largely begins for us—in the Ship's Committee. In the July issue, I discussed the importance of the Ship's Chairman. In August I outlined the responsibilities of the secretary-reporter and educational director on board each ship. This month I want to focus on the remaining Ship's Committee members. They are the Ship's delegates and they can make or break the working of the entire Committee. Three brothers serve as elected delegates on deep sea vessels, one each from the Deck, Engine and Steward Departments. Their major responsibility is to work together with the Ship's Chairman to enforce the Union contract at sea. The Ship's Chairman, the Bosun, is the main spokesman for the unlicensed crew. But he cannot always be in close touch with all brothers in all depart­ ments. In fact, minimum vessel manning levels today often mean minimum personal contact among the crew. The Chairman, therefore, must depend on the delegates to report to him at shipboard meetings or on their own if problems develop in their departments. They can prevent a ship from sailing short by quickly notifying the Chairman of missing crewmembers. And throughout the voyage, they are on the job in all departments to see firsthand if the rights of any member arc not carried out. The delegate's job is even more important in the inland division. Only one delegate is necessary to represent the small crews on tugboats and towing vessels. But he must exercise the duties of the entire Ship's Committee himself. The inland delegate presides at Union meetings aboard his boat. He dis­ tributes educational material to keep the crew up-to-date on current maritime and Union issues. And, of course, he communicates the needs of the crew to Union Headquarters. Because inland crews are small, many Boatmen underestimate the impor­ tance of the delegate. They may feel that formal Union meetings are not neces­ sary since the handful of members onboard can talk to each other easily and express their needs when an SIU patrolman services the boat. But the basic democratic structure of our Union should not be taken lightly. Your right to speak out at Union meetings at sea or on the rivers when you can't attend regular membership meetings in port and to have a brother speak for you to Headquarters is guaranteed by the delegate's role. Don't ignore or dismiss his job. If you do, you are selling your own rights short. I strongly urge you not only to respect and cooperate with the delegate on your ship or boat, but to run for that position yourself. It is an opportunity to learn more about your Union and to make it a stronger organization for all of your SIU brothers. Without delegates, the Union cannot function at the most crucial part of its structure—its rank and file. Delegates open up the vital line of communication between the membership and the Union leadership. They insure your con­ tractual rights on the job and convey your needs to the Union officials on the beach so that they can represent you in Washington or at that next contract negotiation. You have both a right and an obligation to take an active part in the affairs of the SIU. Exercise it through your Union delegate. 21 Seafarers Preparing for Future Thru LNC Program at HLSS Twenty-one Seafarers are preparing for the future right now at the Lundeberg School. They are participating in the School's four-week long Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Upgrading Pro­ gram. This course must be taken before a Seafarer can get a job on an SlU-contracted LNG carrier. Since the SIU will have at least seven LNG ships under contract by 1979, there is no better time than right now to plan on taking this important course. Presently, SIU members are man­ ning the only U.S.-flag LNG ship, the Aquarius, in America's merchant fleet. The Aquarius has a long-term charter to carry liquified natural gas from Indo­ nesia to Japan. There is one more LNG class sched­ uled to begin at the Lundeberg School this year on Nov. 28, 1977. In addition, there are three LNG classes scheduled for next year. Their starting dates in­ clude Feb. 6, May 15 and Aug. 21, 1978. Each class is limited in size to 25 SIU members. So if you are interested, it is suggested that you get your applications in as soon as possible. This will insure The 21 SIU members participating in the Lundeberg School's LNG Program are, kneeling from the left: Pete Zukier, Richard Duncan, Edward Savickas, Wendell Burton, David Long, Vinnie Carrao and Ramon Echevarria. Standing from the left are: Charles Boyle, Guy Debaere, John McLaughlin, Gregory Porez, Tim Doherty, Thomas J. Thomas, Charlie Clausen, Robert Adams, Scottie Byrne, Howard Weber, Pete Dolan, Edward Tinsley, John Reed and Alfred Raskins. you a seat in the class of your choice. To be eligible for the course, engine department members must hold a OMED-any rating. Deck and steward department members must simply hold a rating in their departments. As part of the course, Seafarers will participate in classes dealing with the properties and handling of liquified na­ tural gas. They will study the LNG ship's automated engine and cargo con­ trol rooms, and the vessel's dual fuel systems. Firefighting is also an impor­ tant part of the LNG Program. In addition to work at the Lundeberg School, course participants will take a field trip to the LNG Terminal in Cove Point, Md. This will provide a firsthand look at the kinds of shoreside equip­ ment used for unloading LNG ships and storing liquid natural gas. The entire thrust of the course is aimed at safety. That is, the safe opera­ tion of an LISIG ship, as well as the safety of the crew. Galveston USPHS Hospital May Move to New Home in October The job of transfering the deteriorat­ ing Galveston USPHS Hospital to its new home in Nassau Bay, Tex. may begin early next month. The move, itself, will take at least six months. So at the earliest, the new USPHS facility will begin full operation in March 1978. The U.S. Department of Health, Ed­ ucation and Welfare (HEW) actually okayed the move six months ago after giving into pressure from the SIU. But the move has been delayed since then for a couple of reasons. It was first delayed for four months while the U.S. House of Representa­ tives and Senate worked out differences over an Appropriations Bill for HEW. A House-Senate Conference Committee finally agreed on the bill July 26. The move might have begun then. However, all new HEW appropriations are frozen over the hotly debated abor­ tion issue. In brief, this controversy in­ volves whether or not Medicaid funds should cover legal abortions for eligible Medicaid recipients. $185 Million for USPHS When the abortion issue is settled and HEW's funds are unfrozen, the USPHS system will be allocated $185 million for fiscal year 1978. These funds include $170 million for operation aitd maintenance, and $15 million for improvements and moderni­ zation. The move of the Galveston Hospital to Nassau Bay will cost af)out $5.4 mil­ lion. It would have cost the Government nearly $35 million to refurbish the old Galveston facility. The new site in Nassau Bay is a virtu­ ally brand new facility, the Space Cen­ ter Memorial Hospital. It is a four-yearold, 130-bed facility. It has been empty for a year-and-ahalf. Even though it is not in use, it is costing the Government approximately $80,000 per month in mortgage and maintenance payments. In contrast to the Galveston site, .the new Nassau Bay facility is more cen­ trally located to the main patient loads. This includes the Houston, Beau­ mont and Port Arthur port areas. It is also more accessible to USPHS bene­ ficiaries working at the Manned Space­ flight Center and Ellington Air Force Base. Alcoholism is < disease. .n • it can be treated September 1977 / LOG / 7 I 1 �active in MTD Port Council affairs, fighting for the interests of workers in maritime and related industries. The Lakes Picture Buffalo The Maritime Trades Department held its annual Political Activity Com­ mittee Dinner Dance and Cocktail Party Sept. 16. The funds go for political endorsements and to support the new MTD truck. The truck, which was bought last spring, has a stove, table and latrine. It has already proved useful on picket lines, especially in cold weather. SU Lawrence Seaway A recent United States-Canada proposal to raise tolls on the St. Lawrence Seaway, and impose tolls instead of locking charges on the Welland Canal, has aroused a storm of protest from Lakes shipping interests and maritime unions. SIU President Paul Hall sent a letter to the U.S. Secretary of Trans­ portation William T. Coleman Jr. explaining the Union's objections. An increase in cost of Great Lakes transportation would damage the ship­ ping industry there just as it is beginning to develop and attract deep-sea vessels, Hall explained. "For too long, the nation's Fourth Seacoast has had to fight policies and attitudes which discriminate against the Great Lakes and its ports," President Hall said. "After many years, the Great Lakes have demonstrated that they have the wherewithal necessary to provide this nation with oceangoing service, deep in the country's agricultural and industrial heartland.' "Even slight fluctuations in costs may divert Lakes cargo to other modes and other regions," he continued. Lakes shipping competes with rail and other modes which carry cargo to ports on the East and Gulf Coasts. The increase in cost of shipping through the Welland Canal which connects Lake Erie and Lake Ontario would hurt the domestic Lakes shipping industry. At present, all SIU-Lakes shipping is domestic. International Lakes com­ merce involves mostly foreign-flag ships. But each year, more American flag ships are passing through the Seaway to pick up cargo at Lakes ports. The new tariffs would not be in effect until they are considered by the U.S. Seaway Corporation's Advisory Board and discussed at public hearings in the U.S. If approved they would take effect with the opening of the 1978 Seaway navigation season. Detroit Construction on the new Union Hall in Algonac, Mich, will be finished as of the end of September. The tug-barge combination M/V Presque Isle (Litton Great Lakes) laid up for repairs first in Erie, Pa. on Aug. 1 and then the tug was moved to the drydocks at St. Ontario, Canada. As the United Steelworkers Union strike in iron mining and processing plants continues into the second month, more SlU-contracted ore-carriers are laying up. The strike is affecting plants in Minnesota and Northern Michigan. Ships in lay-up since last month's report include: American Steamship's Joseph Young, Consumers Power, McKee Sons, and John T. Hutchinson, and Kins­ man's George Gobel. Several of these ships are getting needed repairs during the slack time . The 1000-ft. ore and coal carrier M/V Belle River (American Steamship) finally got her maiden voyage after a delay for repairs. Her SIU crew is glad to be back on board. Horace Brown, a trustee of the Maritime Trades Department Port Council for Detroit, was recently elected vice president of the Retail Clerks Internanational Union. Brown is president and chief executive officer of Detroit's Retail Clerks Local 876. He is also a member of the executive board and exec­ utive committee of the Michigan AFL-CIO. He has always been extremely Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C AUG. 1-31,1977 Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals . 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 3 0 1 0 4 3 0 0 8 9 13 30 10 4 9 82 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 6 18 2 8 12 5 15 41 8 17 3 7 17 2 108 53 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 1 3 0 0 2 6 6 3 8 9 4 2 3 35 0 0 3 1 2 0 0 6 1 2 2 2 4 0 1 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 2 13 3 0 2 25 1 0 2 0 1 0 0 4 2 1 0 0 5 0 1 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 3 4 8 28 4 3 1 51 13 0 10 13 2 0 2 40 25 6 9 20 29 4 0 93 115 50 116 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 3 2 0 0 9 5 5 7 6 9 14 9 5 3 53 9 0 8 5 2 0 1 25 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals 3 0 1 3 1 0 r\ 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 \j 0 1 1 2 0 5 0 1 9 7 0 1 11 2 3 3 27 9 0 1 4 1 2 3 20 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Alpena Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Duluth Frankfort Chicago Totals 3 Totals All Departments 17 0 10 17 5 4 6 59 12 3 3 11 3 0 1 33 81 37 188 98 6 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. _ It 8 / LOG / September 1977 -Jf'' i �tit wa0l|tit0ton Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-CIO SEPTEMBER 1977 Waterways Bill On Fuel Tax Is Moving In Congress Cargo Equity Bill Faces Tough Fight In Congress A bill which would tax fuel used by tugs and towboats on the inland waterways is moving in the House of Representatives. The Bill is now in the House Rules Committee. In the meantime, the American Waterways Operators group has de­ cided to support the Bill. They ap­ parently feel that there is no use in fighting it any longer. They also be­ lieve that if the Fuel Tax Bill is passed, they will automatically get the go-ahead for replacing Locks & Dam #26. The fact is that the fight against the Fuel Tax is far from,over — and there is no guarantee that Locks & Dam #26 will be replaced even if the fuel tax is passed. The "environ­ mental groups" have already said they are going to continue to fight against replacing the locks and dam. The Cargo Equity Bill is coming up for a vote in the House of Rep­ resentatives very soon. In the Senate, the Bill is now scheduled for another day of hearings on Oct. 4. House Merchant Marine and Fish­ eries Committee Chairman John Murphy is all set to push ahead for passage of the Bill. President Carter has already said that he supports it. But, the oil companies are putting up a stiff fight—and they have most of the big newspapers and TV sta­ tions in their corner. As we come down to the wire, the SIU and the Maritime Trades De­ partment in Washington are getting support from the AFL-CIO and other national unions. SIU and MTD representatives are contacting Congressmen. Our Port Maritime Councils on the East Coast, the Gulf, in Texas and on the West Coast are also busy getting support for this bill. COMPLETE DETAILS ON PAGE 3. Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings SIU Fights Virgin Islands Oil Loophole A loophole in the Jones Act is being used by Amerada Hess to carry oil on foreign-flag ships from Alaska to the Virgin Islands, refine it, and then ship it again on foreign-flag ves­ sels to the U.S. East Coast. But, this month the SIU went to the Federal Court in Washington to try to stop it. At an SIU Staff & Plan­ ning meeting in Washington this month, SIU General Counsel How­ ard Schulman said he hoped for a favorable decision. Schulman said the loophole could cost the jobs of hundreds of Ameri­ can .seamen. He said that Congress clearly intended that American ships should be used to transport Alaska oil. COMPLETE DETAILS ON PAGE 5. Inland Boatmen in Washington SIU Boatmen get a first-hand look at Washington. They learn what the SIU is doing to protect their jobs and promote the towing industry. They see the Transportation Institute, the Maritime Trades Department, and they see Congress in session. Posing here on the steps of the Capitol are Vessel Operators Tony Thompson and Joseph Robertson, First-Class Towboat Operators Bill Lupton and Vincent D Errico, and SIU Repre­ sentatives George Co.^tango and Dave Wierschem. Here's What's Happening in Congress . . . ALASKA GAS PIPELINE. Both the House and the Senate are holding hearings on the route of the Alaska natural gas pipeline. The SIU is backing the "All-America" route which would run the pipeline across Alaska where it would be liquefied and shipped to the U.S. West Coast on American-flag LNG tankers. President Carter has selected a pipe­ line route that would run through Canada. Congress will make the final decision. •At Deep Sea Upgraders in Capital Twelve more SIU deep sea Senior­ ity Upgraders came to Washington this month for a briefing on the Union's Washington activities. They met the officials and staff at the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department and the Transportation Institute. With them on their trip were Mike Sacco, SIU Headquarters representa­ tive, and Dave Wierschem, SIU rep­ resentative. Seen here are Thomas Conway, Jose Delrio, John Hasson, Robert Jones, James McCrary, Joseph Montoya, Alan Nelson, John Persson, Steven Williams, Thomas Zien, Joe Recile, and Worcester Johnson. Not in the photo is Upgrader Robert Rush. !}: . . . OCEAN MINING. Both the House and Senate are moving ahead on legislation which will encourage American companies to go ahead with plans to mine minerals on deep seabeds. Because the recent Interna­ tional Law of the Sea Conference did not provide any guarantees to protect the very heavy financial investments of U.S. industries, it is now expected that President Carter will support this legislation. Under the proposed law, only U.S.-flag ships will be used for the mining, processing and trans­ portation of the deep sea minerals. This will open up many new job op­ portunities for American maritime workers. * * Marine are holding hearings on set­ ting safety requirements on the de­ sign and use of cargo containers. * * He ...TANKER OIL POLLU­ TION. The House Government Op­ erations Committee is looking into a report on "Coast Guard Efforts to Prevent Oil Pollution Caused by Tanker Accidents." In the Federal Agencies . . . . . . SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA. Meetings were held earlier this month at the Department of Trans­ portation on a number of points dealing with "Safety at Sea." Among the items taken up at the meetings were: safety aboard nuclear-pow­ ered merchant ships, and ballast and load-line requirements for off-shore drilling rigs. Also on the list for discussion were emergency radio and beacon positioning equipment aboard ship, and portable radio equipment for survival boats and rafts. SPAD Is the SHJ'.s political fund and our political arm in Washington, D.C. The SIU asks for and accepts voluntary contributions only. The Union uses the money donated to SPAD to support the election campaigns of legislators who have shown a pro-maritime or pro-labor record. SPAD enables the SIU to work effectively on the vital maritime issues in the Congre.ss. These are issues that have a direct impact on the jobs and job security of all SIU mem­ bers, deep-sea, inland, and Lakes. The SIU urges its members to continue their line record of support for SPAD. A member can contribute to the SPAD fund as he or she sees fit, or make no contribution at all without fear of reprisal. A copy of the SPAD report is filed with the Federal Elec­ tion Commission. It is available for purchase from the FEC in Washington, D.C. * ...CARGO CONTAINER SAFETY. The House Subcommit­ tees on Coast Guard and Merchant September 1977 / LOG / 9 •tah.jr:- --xa' �Fishermen^ Cannery Workers Nix Sale of Catch to Foreigners The SIUNA's-affiliated fishermen and cannery workers unions have come out strongly against a proposal that would allow U.S. fishing boats to sell their catches to foreign seagoing processing "factories." Presently, U.S. boats must sell their catches to U.S. canners. The SIUNA wants to keep it that way. The unions took their position in op­ position to the proposal at the SIUNA's Fish and Cannery Workers Conference held in San Diego, Calif, last month. The SIUNA's affiliated fish and cannery unions include: the Fishermen's Union of America, Pacificand Caribbean; the United Cannery & Industrial Workers Union; the Atlantic Fishermen's Union; the New Bedford Fishermen's Union; the Alaska Fish Cannery Workers Union, and the Alaska Fishermen's Union. In addition to the SIUNA, many Re­ gional Fish Management Councils have come out against the proposal. These councils are responsible for enforcing America's 200-mile zone fishing limit. This latest controvery surrounding America's fishing industry began sev­ eral months back. At that time, a num­ ber of owners filed applications with the Commerce Department to sell their catches to foreign vessels. The Commerce Department has not yet made a ruling on the issue. And one is not expected for several months. If the applications are okayed, the end result would be a wholesale loss of jobs for U.S. cannery workers. It would also result in foreign boats getting more fish than originally out­ lined in the 200-mile fishing law. Presently, though, it is felt that the Commerce Department will rule against the applications. In the meantime, the SIUNA is con- Officials of the SIUNA's affiliated fish and cannery workers unions met in San Diego last month. The Fish and Cannery Workers Conference came out against a proposal that would allow U.S. boats to sell their catches to foreign seagoing fish processing "factories." tinuing its work to block this export of U.S. cannery jobs. Porpoise Kill Reduced Environmental groups hailed America's tuna fishermen for their efforts in reducing the number of ac­ cidental porpoise kills while fishing for tuna. National Marine and Fisheries Service observers have reported that the number of accidental porpoise kills have dropped 500 percent. At this rate, U.S. tunamen will easily stay under the annual quota of 63,000 porpoise that can be taken incidental to tuna fishing. The quota is set and enforced by the Fisheries Service. Presently, one Fisheries Service observer is assigned to each U.S. tuna boat to see that the boat does not exceed its limit. A spokesman for the environmen­ talists said ''the industry has done better than its wildest dreams." LOG Wins First Prize for Editorials and Hall Columns Three SlU newspapers won awards this year in the 1977 International Labor Press Association's Journalistic Awards Contest. The prizes given to the Seafarers Log, the SIU Inland Boatman, and the Skipjack were for editions printed during the 1976 calendar year. Competing with all labor publica­ tions that entered the contest, the Sea­ farers Log won the First Award for best editorial or column. This prize was given for the following: September 1976 editorial entitled "Automation: Human Being Must Be Considered"; October 1976 editorial on the oil indus­ try's secret and dangerous proposals for safety on offshore oil rigs and for sev­ eral of SIU President Paul Hall's columns. Explaining their choice, the judges said, "unlike many of the editorials read by the judges that simply decried the plight of their members, the editors of the Seafarers Log offered solutions." The Seafarers Log also won an Award of Merit (.second place award) for gen- Overseas New York Due For Alaska Run The SS Overseas fSew York, one of four new 89,700 dwt tankers built by Maritime Over­ seas Corp., will soon join ber sistersbips in the Alaskan oil trade. She is expected to be ready for service in November. She will follow the SS Overseas Ohio which is coming out in October. The first of the four SIUcontracted vessels, the SS Over­ seas Chicago, was put into serv­ ice in June as a pilot training ship in the Valdez area. The fourth new tanker, the SS Over­ seas fFashington is expected in February, 1978. The New York, like all ber sistersbips, was built at the Na­ tional Steel Shipyards in San Diego, Calif. She is 894 feet long and ber beam is 106 feet. When fully loaded, she will have a 49-foot draft. eral excellence for newspapers in its category, which is international union publications of newspaper format with less than 100,000 circulation. Awards for general excellence are given for overall content. In its category of regional publica­ tions with 20,000 or less circulation, the SIU Inland Boatman won an Award of Merit (second place) for general excel­ lence for "good graphics, many photo­ graphs, and excellent use of cartoons for illustration." The judges praised its "helpful information such as the ex­ planation of the new Federal pension law." (The SIU Inland Boatmen was combined with the Log when the SIU and the IBU merged in October of 1976.) The Skipjack, the newspaper of the Harry Lundeberg School in St. Mary's County, Piney Point, Md. won an Award of Honor for the best use of graphics. The bicentennial July 1976 issue was singled out for its replica of an Independence Day, 1776, St. Mary's County paper. Kathleen Kneeland is editor of the Skipjack. Log Staff The editor-in-chief of the Log is Marietta Homayonpour and James Gannon is the managing editor. Assist- SaccOf Troy Named Hdqs. Reps.; T Port A number of new appointments in Morris, who was recently a patrolman in the SIU leadership went into effect re­ York, had previously served the Agents Picked New cently. These changes were made in Union as patrolman in San Francisco order to fill the places of several retiring officials and to better service the mem­ bership. Brothers Steve Troy and Mike Sacco have been appointed Headquarters rep­ resentatives. Troy, formerly San Fran­ cisco port agent, will continue on the West Coast in his new position in order to handle the increase in shipping there. This includes the growing Alaska oil trade. Sacco's Union experience has been that of SIU patrolman in New York, organizer in all ports, and most recently director of Union education and vice president of the Harry Lundeberg • School. He will remain in his position 10 / LOG / September 1977 at the HLSS along with his new ap­ pointment. Seven New Agents New port agents have also been ap­ pointed in seven SIU ports. Houston's new port agent is former San Francisco Patrolman Joe Sacco. In Jacksonville, replacing recently re­ tired William "Red" Morris, is Leo Bonser. Bonser was formerly a West Coast SIU patrolman working in Alaska. Recently, lie was an SIU patrolman at Headquarters. Edd Morris has filled Steve Troy's position as San Francisco port agent. and the Far East. Also on the West Coast, Luigi lovino, another New York patrolman, has re­ placed Mike Worley as Wilmington, Calif, port agent. Brother Worley is now port agent in St. Louis, following Scottie Aubusson's retirement from that post. Gerry Brown, formerly port agent at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, now holds the job of port agent in Mo­ bile, following Louis "Blackie" Niera's retirement. Before working at the Lundeberg School, Brother Brown had been port agent in Wilmington, Calif. The new port agent in Piney Point, Md. is George Costango. ant Editors are Ray Bourdius, Marcia Reiss and Ruth Shereff. Frank Cianciotti is chief photographer and associ­ ate photographer is Dennis Lundy. Production and design is directed by George Vana and Marie Kosciusko is the administrative assistant. During 1976, James Mele and Anthony Napoli were on staff as assist­ ant editors and William Luddy as chief photographer. James Gannon served as editor of the Inland Boatman. Enroll in Medicare If You Are All SIU members, pensioners and their dependents, covered by the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan, are reminded that if they are eiigibie for the Medi­ care Program they must enroll in both Part A and Part B. Part A is Hospital Insurance and Part B is Supplemental Medical Insurance. Part A is free of cost. However, there is a monthly charge associated with enrollment in Part B. The Wel­ fare Plan pays this charge at the standard premium rate for all elig­ ible employees, pensioners and their dependents. The Plan coordinates its benefits with Medicare. Upon enrollment in Medicare, you must present ail bills to Medicare for payment first. Then they must be submitted to the Weifare Plan office along with the cor­ responding Medicare Statements. Upon receipt of this information the Plan will determine if any of the ex­ cess charges not covered by Medi­ care, can be picked up under the Seafarers Welfare Plan. To find out if you are eligible for Medicare and how to enroll in the Program, contact your nearest So­ cial Security Office. For any questions on the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan wri^e to; Claims Department, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 275 20th St., Brooklyn, N^Y. 11215. �Safety Suggestions Given After Miss. R. Collision Safety recommendations based on the collision between the Norwegian bulk carrier SS Baune and the U. S. tankership SS Keytrader on the heavily traveled lower Mississippi River were recently issued by the National Trans­ portation Safety Board. During the ac­ cident on Jan. 18,1974, six people were killed, three were injured and 10 were reported missing. The bow of the Baime cut 20 feet into the two forward cargo tanks on the starboard side of the Keytrader. Gaso­ line spilled from the tanks onto the main decks of both vessels and onto the surrounding waters and ignited. It took 53 hours to put out the blaze. The report concluded that pilots on the two vessels did not notice the other approaching until it was too late. The pilot of the outbound Keytrader mis­ takenly thought the Baune was pulling out of an anchorage when she was really moving up river. The radar on both ships, which oper­ ated with manual plotting, was partly to blame, according to this report. With two-way traffic and restricted visibility, manual plotting does not leave enough time to work out a passing agreement. Collision Avoidance Systems (CAS) and Marine Radar Interrogation Trans­ ponders (MRIT) might have avoided the accident, the Safety Board con­ cluded. Its recommendations to the Maritime Administration suggested that MRIT and CAS be put into use as soon as possible. In its report to the Coast Guard, the National Transportation Safety Board pointed out that in putting out the blaze. Coast Guard firefighters did not have adequate foam or protective cloth­ ing. This was because the Coast Guard has only enough firefighting capability to protect its own facilities plus extra where it has an agreement to help local firefighting forces. sels navigating with radar in limited visibility. The Board recommended that the Coast Guard be ready to fight major marine fires on remote waterways where local governments are unable to do so on their own. The failure to hear whistle signals is common in marine casualties, the re­ port added. This is because environ­ mental conditions can distort sound propagation and make whistle signals unreliable. It was suggested that the Coast Guard inform seamen of this problem. The Coast Guard was also told that it should establish guidelines to deter­ mine the maximum safe speeds for ves­ For better fire prevention, the Coast Guard should prohibit the use of metals with low melting points and fire-con­ sumable gaskets. These should be pro­ hibited in both tank covers and deck piping systems on tankerships, the re­ port said. House Approves $2.65 an Hour Minimum Vfage Bill The House of Representatives ap­ proved this month an increase in the minimum wage that falls below the pro­ posed increase sought by the AFL-CIO and Carter Administration. The House-passed bill will raise the wage floor from the present $2.30 an hour to $2.65 in January and, in two years to $3.05. However, if the House had accepted the bill proposed by the AFL-CIO and President Carter the minimum wage would have increased to $2.65 in Janu­ ary and then to $3.15 by 1980. The AFL-CIO-Carter bill also sug­ gested a proposal for a fixed indexing mechanism. This system would have brought the pay floor up to 53 percent 5 Upgrade to Assistant Cook of the average factory hourly wage. It would have kept it at that ratio through automatic adjustments each year. If this had been accepted there would not have been any further need for Congre.ssional action to raise, the mini­ mum wage in the years to come. But the House defeated this by a vote of 223 to 193. Many of the House members justified their vote against in­ dexing by claiming that this "escalator provision could be inflationary." A False Fear "This iiv a false fear," said George Meany, president of the AFL-CIO. "But the idle plants and machinery and the idle men and women in America are clearly inflationary. The additional spending power generated by increas­ ing the minimum wage to $2.65 in Jan­ uary will put some of the idle machines and people back to work and thus counter inflation." ''AWt. f-" ~ These five Seafarers have just completed the Lundeberg Schoors Assistant Cook Program. They are, from the left: Philip Dunn, Stephen Boyd, Alton Pollock, Glenn Bamman, and Michael Peck. The proposed subminimum wage for youths which was opposed by the AFLCIO also failed in the House by a vote of 210 to 21 I. Opponents of the youth differential amendments said the pro­ vision would discriminate against young workers. They claimed that employers would be tempted to dismiss older workers and hire people at the lower rate if the subminimum wage was adopted. The House-passed bill has somewhat Dropped Out of School in 8th Grade, He Gets His H. S. Diploma at HLSS Seafarer Mike Mefferd of Gretna, La. recently completed the high school equivalency program at the Lundeberg School. He dropped out of school in the eighth grade. In 1971, Brother Mefferd, 24, at­ tended the basic vocational program at HLS. Since that time, he has also par­ ticipated in the FOWT and the Able Seaman courses. Seafarer Mefferd said that, "the school is the best thing that could have happened to me." He has been an SlU member for six years and believes that travelling educated him. Brother Mefferd said that he entered the GEO program on the advice of Mrs. Margaret Nalen, director of academic education at the school. He knew that it was going to be a long hard struggle for him but he kept with it. Brother Mefferd tried three times before he successfully completed the program. But he never lost the motivation to succeed. "I really had the determination. After testing for the first time, I knew what to expect." Seafarer Mefferd is proud of the edu- Mike Mefferd cation he received at HLS. "Everyone has helped me so much. My reading level has increased tremendously. That alone is very helpful." Brother Mefferd also said, "the peo­ ple at HLS really care, which is not like most places. The students receive a lot of individualized instruction and some­ times personal counseling if you want and need it. I don't think people realize the good opportunities at HLS." Brother Mefferd plans to return to HLS for his QMED endorsement. His future goals include getting a marine engineer's license. For anyone considering a career as a seafarer. Brother Mefferd noted, "HLS is a good place to start. I have come such a long way since my first visit to HLS. I know that anyone can do what I have done. The results are unbeliev­ able." set back the AFL-CIO's many years of hard work to improve the minimum wage level. However, Meany said in a statement, "We in the AFL-CIO, do not intend to stop fighting until all workers are above the poverty level." He added that the House bill would not put many working poor above the poverty level. Lower Than Original When the Carter Administration and the AFL-CIO had finally reached a compromise last month on their pro­ posed increase, the amount wasn't as high as the AFL-CIO had originally sought. It was, however, a closer attempt at fulfilling the Fair Labor Standards Act than the bill the House had just passed. The Senate Human Resources Com­ mittee has accepted and passed all the proposals in the AFL-CIO-Carter bill. Labor and its allies in the minimum wage coalition are hopeful that the full Senate will restore the key escalator provision to the final bill. Waferman - MAR AD Huddle on Subsidies For Far East Runs SlU-contracted Waterman Steamship Corp. is holding ongoing discussions with the U.S. Maritime Administration in an effort to regain Federal subsidies for its U.S.-Far East sen/ice. Loss of the subsidies last May pre­ sented financial problems for Waterman and threatened to end the carrier's serv­ ice on its Far East Trade Routes 12 and 22. However, at present none of Water­ man's eight Mariner class vessels used in the Far East trade are laid up. Most are now carrying Government cargo on other trade routes. Waterman will have to commit itself to some new ship construction, since that is a requirement for receiving sub­ sidy. The company originally forfeited its subsidies when it failed to begin a previously planned program of placing new tonnage in its Far East operations. Waterman is also negotiating with shipyards for a new vessel on Trade Route 18. It must commit itself to at least one new vessel on this Middle East route by mid November in order to keep its subsidies for this service. However, that date may be extended if Waterman finalizes its plans for new construction in its Far East service. September 1977 / LOG / 11 �studying for their First Class Pilot's license for the Louisiana area are SlU Boatmen, seated from the left: Donald Downey, Christopher Cusimano and Marvin Bowman. Standing are Joseph Constance, left, and Curtis Ledet. Boatman Thomas Doherty is hoping to get his pilot's license for the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Melvin Charnock points out area on chart around Maryland he will be working as a First Class Pilot. Virgiria water may have four new First Class Pilots before long. They are, from the left, Diana Bandelean, James Voliva, Vincent D'errico and William Lupton. 11 Boatmen Studying for First Class Pilot s Licenses One of the most important courses the SIU has to offer its inland mem­ bers is presently under way at the Lundeberg School. It is the First Class Pilot's Course, and it leads to a Coast Guard license in that rating. Participating in this six-week program are 11 SIU Boat­ men who hope to achieve this im­ portant license. They are Donald Downey, Chris Cusimano, Marvin Bowman, Joseph Constance and Curtis Ledet of Lou­ 12 / LOG / September 1977 isiana; Melvin Charnock of Mary­ land; Diana Bandelean, James Vo­ liva, Vincent Dierrico and William Supton from the Virginia area, and Thomas Doherty out of Philadelphia. The First Class Pilot's Program, itself, is a very comprehensive one. It covers complete instruction in inland rules of the road, chart navigation and aids to navigation. It includes specialized instruction in pilot rules for the participant's par­ ticular geographic area, as well as the study of local winds, weather, tides and currents. The program also includes detailed instruction in ship handling. The First Class Pilot's Course is only one of the inland programs of­ fered at the Lundeberg School lead­ ing to a marine license. Other such programs include: Original Towboat Operator (for Western Rivers, Inland or Oceans not more than 200 miles offshore); Master, Mate and Diesel Engineer. These licensing programs are per­ forming two very important tasks. They provide SIU Boatmen with the unique opportunity to achieve a ma­ rine license, which means a better job and higher pay. In addition, the courses help the Union to fulfill its licensed manpower committments to its inland contracted operators. For complete details on these courses, contact your local SIU rep­ resentative, or write directly to the Lundebei^ School. �The Jones Act Most Important Maritime Law on Books This is the 15th in a series of articles which the Log is publishing to explain how certain organizations, programs and laws affect the jobs and job security of SIU members. This par­ ticular article, however, is the first of three which will deal with the Jones Act, the most important piece of maritime legislation on the hooks today. The articles will deal with the particulars of the law itself, as well as the his­ tory and prospective future of this vital law. It's often said that you can be sure of nothing in politics. Well, that may be so. But here's two items concerning politics you can bet your pay­ check on. First—if there were no Jones Act, there would be virtually no modern-day American merchant marine. Second—unless the SIU and other U.S. mari­ time interests continue to fight to keep the Jones Act on the books, it won't be long before Ameri­ can-flag vessels are a part of the past. As far as the U.S. merchant marine is con­ cerned, the Jones Act is the most important mari­ time law on the books today. Essentially, the Jones Act requires that only American-built, American manned, and American registered vessels can be used in the nation's do­ mestic waterbome trades. The domestic waterbome trades refer to all cargoes shipped by water from one U.S. port to another U.S. port. This includes deep sea coast­ wise cargoes, as well as cargoes transported on the nation's inland waterways. The Jones Act^also applies to fishing vessels and dredges involved in work in American waters. In addition to ports within the United States, the Jones Act requires U.S. vessels to be used in transporting cargoes between the U.S. and Guam and the U.S. and Puerto Rico. However, Ameri­ can Samoa and the U.S. Virgin Islands are exempt from the law. From the point of view of the individual mari­ time worker, the Jones Act means job security. The law protects the jobs of American seamen, boatmen, dredgemen, and fishermen. The law also has a profound effect on the job security of U.S. shipyard workers. In fact, more than half of all vessels built in U.S. yards during the 1960's were built for the U.S. domestic trades. In other words, if it were not for the Jones Act, The Jones Act requires that all U.S. domestic cargoes be carried in U.S. flagships. Above photo shows SIU - manned containership Tampa on a coastwise run. more than half of all U.S. shipyard workers would have been out of those jobs during this period of time. built in and documented under the laws of the United States and owned by citizens of the United States. . ." Historical Background Comprehensive Cabotage Law The Jones Act was originally passed 57 years ago as an amendment to the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. The author of this vital measure was Senator Wesley Jones, then chairman of the Senate Com­ merce Committee. At that time. Senator Jones said he was in favor of the measure because when World War I broke out the U.S. merchant fleet was inadequate to cope with the situation. He said, "everyone was in favor of an adequate merchant marine . . . but when the World War be­ gan, less than 10 percent of our trade was being carried in American ships." The original Jones Act read, in part: "No merchandise shall be transported by water or by land and wafer on penalty of forfeiture there­ of between points in the United States, including districts, territories and the possessions thereof em­ braced within the coastwise laws, either directly or via a foreign port, in any other vessel than a vessel The Jones Act, itself, was and remains the most comprehensive cabotage law ever passed in the U.S. A cabotage law is simply a measure dealing with domestic trade. The original Jones Act did not sail through Con­ gress, either. There was strong opposition to the law from the State Department. It seems that the State Department has always been a foe of a strong U.S. merchant marine. Cabotage laws in this country are not restricted to maritime. A parallel to the Jones Act in another U.S. industry can be found in the airline industry. Presently, only U.S. airlines can carry passengers and cargo between U.S. cities. There has always been a great deal of contro­ versy about the Jones Act. Throughout the history of the SIU, protection of the Jones Act has been one of the Union's top legislative priorities. And in many cases, it has been the actions of the SIU that has kept the Jones Act a strong, meaningful law. [Next month: A history of some of the SIU's toughest fights in keeping the Jones Act intact.] Jones Act at a Glance The Jones Act also protects the U.S. towing industry from infiltration by foreign flag operators. Above photo shows SIU - manped tow boat Frank Rater with tow on the Mississippi. The Jones Act requires that all cargo car­ ried between U.S. ports must be r,v. ' • Ita U.S.-flag ships or boats. Following are the requirements a vessel must meet in order to carry these domestic cargoes: • The vessel must be owned, either through an individual or corporation, by an American. • The vessel must be manned by U.S. officers and crews. • The vessel must be built and registered in the United States. • A vessel of more than 500 tons, which is rebuilt abroad, cannot engage in the U.S. trades. The Jones Act applies to all vessels en­ gaged in the U.S. domestic trades. This in­ cludes tugs, barges, fishing vessels, deep-sea ships, dredges, and related vessels. September 1977 / LOG / 13 �Former Scholarship Winner Will Soon Be a Doctor In the event that any SIU members have legal problems in the various ports, a list of attorneys whom they can consult is being published. The mem­ ber need not choose the recommended attorneys and this list is intended only for informational purposes: The following is a list of recom­ mended attorneys throughout the United States: NEW YORK, N.Y.—Schulman, Abarbanel & Schlcsingcr 350 Fifth Avenue New York. N.Y. 10001 Tele. #(212) 279-9200 BALTIMORE, MD.—Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Tele. #(301)539-6967 HOUSTON, TEX.—Combs, Archer & Peterson Americana Building 811 Dallas Street Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. #(713)659-4455 l AMPA, FLA.—Hamilton, Douglas & Bennett 101 East Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33602 Tele. #(813) 223-3991 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.— Jennings, Gartland & Tilly Crocker Plaza 1 Post Street, Suite 2600 San Francisco, Calif. 94104 Tele. #(415) 781-1854 ST. LOUIS, MO.—Gruenberg & Sounders 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. #(314)231-7440 It won't be long before former SIU scholarship winner Ransom Simmons gets his degrees as a medical doctor and Ph.D. in biochemistry. Then he hopes to start tracking down a cure for cancer and similar diseases. With his background, it's natural that he should join the ranks of medical investigators. As a doctor, he will un­ derstand the human side of the problem. And as a Ph.D. he will be qualified to do the academic research. "What I like about being a doctor is that a person will come in with a problem and I will be able to do some­ thing about it," Simmons explained. "You try to find out what is wrong and see what kind of treatment will help." His main interest is the study of enzymes and hormones. They are chem­ icals in the body that control everything that goes on, from digesting food to making people grow. When these chem­ icals are missing or slightly off, things go wrong. You get diabetes without the hormone insulin, or gout if a particular enzyme is missing. Simmons then explained with great interest, that in a cancer tumor, enzymes which make body cells grow and multi­ ply simply do not stop working when their normal job is done, so the cancer takes over the body. If a way could be found to control these enzymes, cancer could be cured. He loves science, as he discovered in high school chemistry class back in El- Personals David W. Ketchbaw Please contact the Log office at your earliest convenience. You can call col­ lect (212) 499-6600 ext. 242, 243. NEW ORLEANS, LA.—Dodd, Barker, Boudreaux, Lamy 6 Gardner 1400 Richards Building 837 Gravier Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70112 Tele. #(504) 586-9395 When throwing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SIU Hiring Hall, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • registration card • clinic card Ransom Simmons • seaman's papers In addition, when assigning a Job the dispatcher will comply with the following Section 5, Sub­ section 7 of the SIU Shipping Rules: "Within each class of seniority rating in every Department, prior­ ity for entry rating jobs shall be given to all seamen who possess Lifeboatman endorsement by the United States Coast Guard. The Seafarers Appeals Board may waive the preceding sentence when, in the sole judgment of the Board, undue hardship will result or extenuating circumstances war­ rant such waiver." Also, all entry rated members must show their last six months discharges. lisville. Miss. His teacher encouraged him and soon he was reading every science book he could find. "Something clicked," he said, "and I knew it was what 1 was meant to do." While he was in his first year of col­ lege in the University of Mississippi at Oxford he won the 1970 SIU four year scholarship. This enabled him to finish school, studying full time, and to go through his first year of the six year medical program at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. He will graduate in 1979. Already he has helped write several scientific pa­ pers. "The scholarship came at a time when I needed some help," he declared. "Now I feel that if the Union needs anything from me all they have to do is ask." Ransom Simmons now lives with his wife, Leila and mother in Ridgeland, FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 1977 TOTAL JOBS SHIPPED Permanent Jobs Relief Jobs Class A MOBILE, ALA.—Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Alabama 36602 Tele. #(205) 433-4904 !>KTRO!T, MICH.—Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48822 Tele. #(313) 532-1220 FALL RIVER, MASS.—Patrfcx 14 / LOG / September 1977 Notiie to Uemhers On SUpping Protedure Shipping Report for Inland Waters LOS ANGELES, CALIF.—Bodle, Fogel, Julber, Reinhardt & Rothschild 5900 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, Calif. 90036 Tele. #(213)937-6250 H. Harrington 56 N. Main Street, Bennett Bldg. Fall River, Mass. 02720 Tele. #(617) 676-8206 SEATTLE, WASH.—Vance, Davies, Roberts, Reid & Anderson 100 West Harrison Plaza Seattle, Washington 98119 Tele. #(206) 285-3610 CHICAGO, ILL.—Katz & Friedman 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, 111. 60603 Tele. #(312)263-6330 Miss, outside of Jackson. His wife will be going to nursing school in the fall. William Simmons, Ransom's father, was on his way to Egypt on the SS Mohawk at the time the Log called. "Dad is still going strong. He is sailing regularly and shows no sign of stop­ ping," Ransom said. "He is as spry as a seaman half his age." Able Seaman Willam Simmons is 62. Class C Class A Class B Class C Class B 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 2 12 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 13 10 1 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 24 008 26 0 0 ST. LOUIS 13 23 21 0 0 0 15 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 63 30 97 206 73 45 207 121 TOTAL ALL PORTS 1 1 0 0 0 Q 0 0 0 0 Q Q 0 0 0 107 0 0 18 0 0 0 0 Q 1 0 45 79 72 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 000 0 0 0 Class A BALTIMORE BOSTON HOUSTON JACKSONVILLE NEW YORK MOBILE NORFOLK NEW ORLEANS PADUCAH PHILADELPHIA PINEY POINT PORT ARTHUR PUERTO RICO RIVER ROUGE TAMPA r- Class B TOTAL MEN REGISTERED ON BEACH 8 2 0 Q 13 3 0 Q 0 0 0 0 55 0 4 3 2 1 95 90 0 0 10 4 00 5 0 - �Annual Physical Could Save Your Life American are always being told by educators, newspapers and TV stations that they should get a yearly physical examination. But for most people, this is just another problem to add to their list. Where do you get a medical check­ up? And how much will it cost, espe­ cially when you consider that most in­ surance programs pay only when you are sick. They give nothing to keep you healthy. For SIU Boatmen, deep sea and Lakes sailors, pensioners and their de­ pendents, getting a yearly check-up is a snap. You are entitled to this exam under the SIU Welfare Plan. The doc­ tors—including gynecologists for the wives and pediatricians for the children —are waiting at your nearest SIU clinic. To get the exam, go to your port agent who will give you a clinic slip. Many hidden diseases have been dis­ covered in the nick of time during these Careful lab work in the Brooklyn clinic catches diseases early. The SIU clinic in Brooklyn, N.Y. is located right next to the Union hall. Family day is held on Thursdays. exams. Overweight, obesity and dia­ betes ar^ the most common cases, ac­ cording to Dr. Joseph Logue, SIU med­ ical director. But cancer, heart disease, ulcers, lung tumors and high blood pres­ sure are also on the list. People with these ailments have been saved by tak­ ing the SIU yearly medical check-up. During the last fiscal year ending July 1977, a total of 27,772 Union members received medical exams; 1,812 wives took advantage of the program and 1,346 children. These numbers include exams done at the Chicago SIU clinic for members of the SIUNA-affiliated taxi drivers union there as well as exams on other eligible affiliated union lueiiibers. The clinics are diagnostic, which means they basically find out what is wrong. If any problem is found, the 'nside the Brooklyn clinic, two Union members wait their turn to see the doctor. Boatman or Seafarer is referred for treatment to the Public Health Service Hospital. Dependents are given letters explaining the problem to take to their own doctor or hospital. The SIU clinic system was started in the 1950's to help Seafarers who were given worthless exams by company doc­ tors before shipping out. Many seamen thought they were O.K. after passing these exams. In fact, their problems were simply not noticed. Now, Seafarers present a yearly clinic card to the port agent before they ship out. If they have a problem that needs follow-up attention, it will be noted on the card that they should return to the • 3-1 clinic in say, three months or six months. In Baltimore, as in all the clinics, Greater Boatmen Use medical records are kept in neat, or­ ganized files. More and more Boatmen are using the clinics also. For those on harbor The Seattle clinic has been a Seafarer's port-of-call for many years. In New Orleans, Boatmen and deep sea sailors can rely on well trained, efficient technicians. tugs, clinics in SIU deep .sea ports are the most convenient. On the Mississippi River, clinics are located in St. Louis and New Orleans. Lakers on deep draft vessels, tugs and dredges have a wide choice of clinics in Great Lakes ports. The clinics in New York, Baltimore, New Orleans and Chicago are operated by the Seafarers Welfare Plan. In San Francisco, San Pedro. Portland, Seattle and Honolulu, clinic; are operated by the SlU-Pacitic Disuict—Pacific Mari­ time Association—Seafarers Medical Center. These clinics are also affiliated with the West Coast seamen's unions. At the SIU and the Pacific Maritime clinics. Seafarers can get their inocula­ tions before shipping out. All the other clinics are "contracted" and the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan pays back the clinic for each medical exam. Connected to the clinic system is the SIU Blood Bank—located in New Continued on next page September 1977/ LOG / 15 �Medical technologists take blood samples in New Orleans as part of the yearly check-up. ^ This three-year old looks doubtful as he gets a check-up at the Brooklyn clinic. The verdict; salt water in his veins. Ps-r^"-- m .Y £ » i -T\ K irXJl K Blood Bank Available Continued from preceding page York, Baltimore and Mobile. Seafarers and Boatmen can volunteer to donate blood at these clinics. The Blood Bank then makes unlimited amounts of blood available to eligible members and their dependents when they need it—even if the member didn't donate blood him­ self. If a hospital will not accept blood from the program, the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan pays for the blood that the member and his dependents need. The SIU clinic system and Blood Bank are just two of the unusual services that the Seafarers Welfare Plan offers eligible members to help them make it in a complicated and expensive world. Other services include the Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center at Valley Lee, Md. Here Boatmen and Seafarers go to kick the drinking habit and start new n c. iii: .4^ lives as sober, productive members of society. All they pay is transportation costs. The Scholarship Program also comes under the SIU Welfare Plan. The fouryear college scholarships available to Union members and their dependents and the two-year scholarships for active Union members have put many people on the road to rewarding professional careers. The maximum death benefit, the op­ tical benefit and the benefit for acciden­ tal dismemberment are other aspects of the Plan. In addition to these benefits, the SIU Welfare Plan, like most medical insur­ ance plans, pays much of the cost of doctor, surgery and hospital bills when eligible members and their dependents are ill. .7, . J VA i r kt^. < J I . sci , ^ > <; i' (h ' • T N O, ? O » f t # • » * r J. W... JE 'sr • <# } ^ . ** ' r *^ W-i, - / - ' ... An SIU Boatman in St. Louis gets ready for his yearly medical exam. 16 / LOG / September 1977 --M X-rays are just one of the services available in the Chicago clinic. V v �Here's Where Your Clinics Are From Santurce to Honolulu ALPENA James M. Greenwood, M.D. 115 N. First Ave. Alpena, Mich. 49707 Phone: 313-354-8444 BALTIMORE Seafarers Welfare Plan Medical Department 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, Md. 21202 Phone: 301-EA-7-4600 BOSTON East Boston Medical Associates 79 Meridian St. E. Boston, Mass. 02148 Phone: 617-L07-2755 CHICAGO Seafarers Welfare Plan Medical Department 1306 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, 111. 60605 Phone: 312-939-2337 CLEVELAND Drs. Ramsay, Ramos & Assoc. 129-30 Terminal Tower Arcade Cleveland, Ohio 44113 Phone: 216-621-2600 DULUTH Giesen Clinic 1515 Ogden Ave. Superior, Wise. 54880 Phone: 715-394-5557 FRANKFORT Gordon Willoughby, M.D. 104 Fifth St. Frankfort, Mich. 49635 Phone: 616-357-3521 HONOLULU Seamens Medical Center 1133 Punchbowl St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 HOUSTON Jack B. Mazow, M.D. 1503 Medical Towers Houston, Tex. 77025 Phone: 713-790-0571 JACKSONVILLE Edward H. Williams Jr., M.D. 2237 Riverside Ave. Jacksonville, Fla. 32204 Phone: 904-389-8818 MELVINDALE Melvindale Medical Clinic 2429 Oakwood Melvindale, Mich. 97222 Phone: 313-928-4700 MOBILE Arthur A. Amendola, M,D. 263 St. Francis St. Mobile, Ala. 36602 Phone: 205-433-4578 NEW ORLEANS Seafarers Welfare Plan Medical Department 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, La. 70130 Phone: 504-529-7341 NEW YORK Seafarers Welfare Plan Medical Department 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232 Phone: 212-965-2440 At the Puerto Rico clinic, pediatricians give careful attention to each child. "• • : ' ^ ^ '' • --'-1 ' <. , ; I,'- V At the St. Louis clinic, this Boatman prepares for his chest X-ray. It's a good idea for catching lung diseases in time. A Union member checks-in at the Brooklyn clinic. NORFOLK Rudolf Schuster, M.D. 327 W. Bute St. Norfolk, Va. 23510 Phone: 804-MA7-7283 PHILADELPHIA Union Health Center 925 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, Pa. 19123 Phone: 215-PO-5-7300 PORTLAND Seamens Medical Center 2220 S.W. First Ave. Portland, Ore. Phone: 503-226-6966 SAN FRANCISCO Seafarers Medical Center 40 Lansing St. San Francisco, Calif. 94105 Phone: 415-EX2-3611 SANTURCE, PUERTO RICO Servicios Medico Hospitalarios, Inc. Ponce De Leon, Esq. Riera Parada 26 Santurce, P.R. 00909 Phone: 809-725-6900 SAN PEDRO Seamens Medical Center Los Angeles Area 539 West Sixth St. San Pedro, Calif. 90731 Phone: 213-TE2-1126 SAULT STE. MARIE Sault Polyclinic 300-306 Court St. Sault Ste, Marie, Mich. 49783 Phone; 906-ME-2-2251 SEATTLE Seattle Medical Surg. Clinic 700 Broadway Seattle, Wash. 98122 Phone: 206-EA-9-0200 ST. LOUIS Kosciusko Medical Clinic 1705 S. Third St. St. Louis, Mo. 63104 Phone: 314-436-5100 STURGEON BAY Door County Medical Center 345 S. 18th Ave. Sturgeon Bay, Wise. 53714 Phone:414-743-7261 TAMPA Westcoast Cardiology Clinic 2912Swann #400 Tampa, Fla. 33609 Phone: 813-877-9483 Skilled nurses help the doctors with the medicals. This photo was taken in the Baltimore clinic. September 1977 / LOG / 17 �William Camacho Went From Factory Worker to Chief Engineer William Camacho came to the States at the age of 15 from his homeland of Puerto Rico. He carried with him a seventh grade education. For four years, Camacho supported him.self by working in factories, picking tomatoes and doing whatever other jobs he could find to make some money. But William Camacho is a gutsy guy. He wanted something better, and he set out to get it. You have to admire his degree of success, too, because today, he sails chief engineer on steam pow­ ered vessels. Camacho got his break in 1959 when he joined the SIU in the port of Phil­ adelphia. He was 19 years old. Brother Camacho, who now sails with MEBA District 2, recalls, "I knew right away on my first trip that I was going to make a career of going to sea. So I figured as long as I was going to stick with it, I might as well try to get as far as possible in the engine depart­ ment." Camacho entered the MEBA Dis­ trict 2 School of Marine Engineering and Navigation in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1967. He got his original third assistant engineer's license the following year. He moved up steadily from there, and in 1974 he reached the top by passing his Coast Guard exam for chief engi­ neer on steam powered vessels. Just this month, Camacho took his exam for a chief's license covering diesel engines. He says, "I'm waiting for the results, but I feel very confident that I passed the test." Camacho is just one of many SIU members who have upgraded to the licensed ranks aboard deep-sea vessels. Got H.S. Diploma Despite his successes in the engine department, Camacho always had one other educational goal—a high school diploma. He took correspondence courses to increase his knowledge of the basic academic courses. But the courses did not lead to a high school diploma. Then in 1975, Camacho, who keeps up his SIU book, went to Piney Point specifically for the Lundeberg School's GED program. He had his high school diploma a few weeks later. Camacho now says, "I only wish I had the time to earn a college degree." Encourages Others Camacho feels that his educational achievements encourage some of his shipmates to upgrade themselves. r / William Camacho He says, "I know a guy who sailed oiler for 20 years. He came on a ship on which I was chief engineer. He remem­ bered me from my old days of sailing oiler. He started kidding me and said for chrissakes, if you can do it anybody can.' The last time I saw this particular guy he was sailing electrician." Camacho says, "I also encourage the young guys just coming in as wipers to upgrade themselves as soon as they can. I tell them there is great opportunity for advancement in today's maritime in­ dustry, and that they are foolish not to take advantage of it." Brother Camacho has not given up on his correspondence courses, either. He is now taking one in income tax and real estate "so I know how to spend my money." After living for 14 years in the States, Camacho moved back to Puerto Rico. He now resides in Carolina, P.R. with his wife, Cloty, and three children, Billy, 19, Marilyn, 18, and Ivette, 9. His two eldest children are enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico. They hope to become pediatricians. He says, "I am very proud of my kids. I always emphasized the necessity of education with them, and they listened to me." Of his own achievements in the mar­ itime industry, Camacho says proudly, "I like to think I'm one of the best en­ gineers in the business. ST Overseas Chicago Sfafen Island, N.Y. Seafarers of the new tanker Overseas Chicago (Maritime Overseas) picked up four survivors from a sunken commercial fishing boat 65 miles south of Cordova near the port of Valdez in the Gulf of Alaska at 3 a.m. on July 15. The lifeboat rescue of the fishermen "went very well" according to Recerti­ fied Bosun James R. Colson. Deck Delegate Marion R. Files said the "captain blew abandon ship and all hands responded well." Three extra Seafarers were put on board to support in-training exercises for masters and mates for the run in and out of Valdez. Former Seafarer Jimmy Lupo Jr. (1940 to 1960) writes that "My son. Airman James T. Lupo III, who graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School at Piney Point, Md. and sailed with your Union for a while, retired his book to join the U.S. Air Force . .." Lupo completed basic training at Lackland (Tex.) Air Force Base. He was awarded the honor graduate ribbon for academic and military excellence. He also earned credits toward a degree in applied science through the Air Force's Community College. The airman's brother, Steven Lupo, is also a Piney Point grad and an active Seafarer. MV Sugar Islander Burial at sea funeral services were conducted for the late Seafarer Barney C. Burnette on the MV Sugar Islander on June 22. The ship's master, Capt. William P. McAuliffe, read from the Gospel and led all hands in the Lord's Prayer at the services followed by one minute of silence for the departed brother. He was then laid to rest at Latitude 32-39 North, Longitude 29-28 West. Taking part in the services were Chief Male B. McCarthy, Recertified Bosun William E. Joyner and AB Bob Callahan. MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS Port Washington, D.C. The U.S. Coast Guard has given the green light to two exposure suits for survival in cold water. The suits completely cover the body and keep the wearer afloat, warm and dry. Tests in freezing water show that the suits could protect against the effects of hypothermia. Hypothermia is the loss of body heat caused by exposure to cold temperatures. Without the suits a person could survive only a few minutes in cold water. Boston, Mass. Sea-Land Service last month delivered containerloads of plastic underpadding blocks for the football home field of the New England Patriots Schaefer Stadium in nearby Foxboro. To finish the field's facelift, the French-manufactured blocks, good for 10 years, were covered with artificial turf. SS Delta Norte The SS Delta Norte called at three Brazilian ports in one day, Rio de Janeiro, Septeiba and Santos. She unloaded 21 barges and 71 containers and onloaded four barges and four containers. 18 / LOG / September 1977 New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Detroit Houston New Orleans Mobile San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Piney Point San Juan Columbus Chicago Port Arthur Buffalo St. Louis Cleveland Jersey City Date Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. 6 7 10 11 12 13 17 21 8 6 15 11 11 12 14 13 10 Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters 2:30 p.m 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m 9:30 a.m 2:00 p.m 2:30 p.m 2:30 p.m 2:30 p.m 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. — — — — ...i... 2:30p.m. ~ — 7 7 7 7 7 00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. �5W«AaK-.tzi'.-'vsi. - 1st Annual Living Sober Reunion Hears of Recoveries The Seafarers Alcoholic Rehabilita­ tion Center (ARC) recently welcomed many former residents and their fami­ lies for the first annual Living Sober Re­ union. The. reunion activities were held at the ARC in Valley Lee, Md. and also at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. In welcoming these Brothers, Bill Hibbert, director of the ARC, .said that the philo.sophy of the Lundeberg School —"developing the whole man"—is also the philosophy that motivates the work at the Center. "Treatment and recovery for the whole person is our goal," he noted. "Just staying dry is not enough. It's the .starting point for building a good life that's alcohol-free." The fulfillment that tho.se who are re­ covering alcoholics find in an alcoholfree life was evident throughout the re­ union. Many Seafarers, in conversations with their friends and families, told of the new lives they have made .since be­ ginning their recoveries. "I can live without guilt, now," said one brother. "I'm coping now," .said another Sea­ farer, "Before I completed the program, I really used to fear responsibilities." Friends and families who accompa­ nied the Seafarers also had high prai.se for the ARC and its program. They .spoke of welcoming back a father or brother who had been lost to the family for years becau.se of alcoholism. They talked about increased security because the Seafarer now could hold a job and work steadily. They recounted stories of family vacations—the first such vaca­ tions since a loved one became an alco­ holic years ago. In listening to the comments of their families and friends, many of the Sea­ farers expressed surprise that their re­ coveries made so many other people ,happy. Said one brother,"For years and years I had taken my drinking problems out on my mother. And I always felt guilty about it and wanted to make up The pleasant surroundings of the Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee. Md. provided an attractive setting for one of the open AA meetings of the Living Sober Reunion. for it. Then I decided to get sober and stay sober just for myself alone. When I did, / realized that nothing could have made her any happier." During the reunion, the Seafarers were joined in many of their activities by residents of St. Mary's County who are Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) mem­ bers. The.se people were old friends to many of the Brothers who had shored their recovery experiences with them in A A meetings. Two open A A meetings were among the many activities the Seafarers and Boatmen enjoyed during the reunion weekend. Other activities included a banquet, a boat ride on the St. Mary's River, and a cookout. The Brothers, members of the com­ munity and their families and friends, were welcomed at the banquet by HLS Pre.sident Hazel Brown. The guest speaker was Harvey Me.sford, Seattle SIU port agent. A recover­ ing alcoholic, he told his listeners, "I was asked to be a speaker tonight, hut I don't consider this speaking—/ con.sider it sharing." The highlight of the banquet wa.v when the Seafarers who are recovering alcoholics .stood and were applauded by all those in attendance. Another featured speaker during the reunion was merchant .sailor Bryan Mynes. who .shared his experiences with alcoholism and his recovery through AA. He noted that a turning point in his recovery occurred when his .si.ster told him. "Bryan, it's manly to accept help." He also di.scu.s.sed the A A con­ cept of a "Higher Power". He told his audience that, to him. God was simply "Good. Orderly Direction" in his life. The Living Sober Reunion is the first such event to be held at the ARC. In future years, as more and more Sea­ farers and Boatmen take advantage of the help available at the Center, the re­ union will become even more of a cele­ bration of .sobriety and Union Brother­ hood. iuKinuinHiHn Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center I am interested in attending a six-week program at the Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center. I understand that all my medical and coun.seling records will be kept strictly confittenfial. and that they will not be kept anywhere except at The Center. Name Book No. Address (Street or RFD) (City) Telephone No Mail to: THE CENTER Star Route Box 153-A Valley Lee, Md. 20692 or call. 24 hours-a-day, (301) 994-0010 (State) (Zip) The main building of the Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center is a homelike, re­ modeled farmhouse. Shown here on the spacious front lav;n is the Center's permanent resident, "Minnesota," a purebred collie. September 1977 / LOG / 19 �ARC Director Bill Hibbert urged continuing support at the Reunion banquet for the unique and successful alcoholic recovery program. "Fighting alcoholism is something you've got to do yourself," SlU Seattle Port Agent Harvey Mesford told the iDanquet guests. The ARC program provides support, but living sober is a personal victory for every recovered alcoholic, he said. Brian "Chubby" Mynes, a MEBA member and recovered alcoholic, shared his experiences at the Reunion with other merchant seamen who have waged the same uphill fight against the disease that plagues their lives. First "Living Sober" Reunion r It' ' I'It The ARC program is an outgrowth of the Harry Lundeberg School philosophy of developing the whole man, HLS President Hazel Brown explained. 5&rotherhoodi. m Actiof^ A cake big enough to serve the many guests who attended the first open AA meeting of the Reunion was prepared for the occasion by the Harry Lundeberg School bakery staff. Sheila Eglinton, ARC office manager, has it well in hand. Bill Hibbert, on the steps of the ARC farmhouse residence, greets a graduate of the program, retired Seafarer Larry Haun. With Haun at the Reunion are, from the left: his sister, Mary Hodges; SlU Seattle Port Agent Harvey Mesford, and Haun's brother-in-law Ed Hodges. ... for SlU members with Alcohol problem Seafarers Renew Their Pledge ARC Cook Lee ''Buck" Buchan, right, took charge of the weekend cookout. Extra helping ——- M—•— .ByjiBMi i R^nJd^WindhamlromN^^ ^ ^ ar'fB^rothrr?Ronald^^^ right, talks with two of the ARC residents who joined in the Reunion. From the left, on the center porch. tiroiners Honaid Wood from Chicago and Charles Demers from Houston. •«>>»•- f I: Bill Hibbert. left, explains the program to an HLS upgrader, Mike Mefford, who visited the Center during the Reunion Open House. At right is ARC Counselor Frank Conway. 20 / LOG / September 1977 September 1977 / LOG / 21 �Oxygen on Ships Could Save Lives In April of this year a young SIU member died at sea of ap apparent heart attack. Ward Anderson, an OS on the SS Flor, was found uncon­ scious and breathing rapidly in his bed. The bosun on board, Albert Schwartz, had completed a first aid course in the Bosun Recertification Program and tried everything he had learned to revive the young Seafarer. Artificial respiration, mouth-tomouth resuscitation, chest thumps and heart massage restored Ander­ son's heart beat for a short time. But with no other medical resources available to sustain him, he died. Last month the victim's father, Fred Anderson, wrote a letter to the Log and made a simple suggestion that could prevent this kind of tragedy. "It is in the interest of all Seafarers that a couple of tanks of oxygen be mandatory on all ships," he wrote. "Oxygen on the SS Flor might have helped save my son." We couldn't agree more. A tank of oxygen might have kept Ward An­ derson alive until he reached port and got professional medical care in a nearby hospital. Of course, no one knows for sure if his life or the lives of other Sea­ farers who have died in similar cir­ cumstances could have been saved by a few tanks of oxygen on board ship. But it seems a small thing to ask that this simple precaution be followed if it could help in some way to prevent future deaths. We checked with the Coast Guard's Maritime Safety Division and learned that oxygen for first aid purposes is not required on any ves­ sels. It may seem like a simple re­ quest to change this policy. But if the Coast Guard's past performance in providing for shipboard safety and health is any indication, it won't hap­ pen without a struggle. The SIU has carried on the struggle for enforcement of ship­ board health and safety measures in recent Congressional committee hearings on the Coast Guard. Over the past few months. Union officials have presented strong testimony against the Coast Guard for failing to carry out its responsibility to in­ sure the health and safety of Amer­ ican seamen. As we see it, the lack of oxygen tanks for first aid purposes aboard ship is one more example of the Coast Guard's negligence. We only hope that this simple safety require- Letters to the Editor THE CHARLES W MORGAN u&Kc HISTORIC PRESERVATION Thanks Ogden Champion Crew I would like to express appreciation to the crew of the SS Ogden Champion for their thoughtfulness upon the death of my sister last July. The donation will go towards the payment of her debts and a memorial fund set up in her name. Fraternally, Steve Venus Slidell, La. Asleep on the Job ment can be enacted without the long delays of mere lip service and indif­ ference that have been the Coast Guard's response to our previous requests. It is time to consider the men who man merchant vessels and not just vessel safety devices. We have said this in Congressional testiiiiuny and we say it again now. A great deal of money has been spent—and well spent—to install the expensive technical safety devices that are now required on many ships, such as collision avoidance systems. Certainly the little amount needed to provide oxygen tanks or other med­ ical equipment necessary for human emergencies should be no problem. Yet medical shipboard resources have always been a low priority for the Coast Guard. Researchers who visited ships to gather evidence for the SILI testimony on Coast Guard § LOG New Pensioner Says So Long I would like to take this opportunity to commend the Log on the nice retire­ ment story about me carried in the New Pensioners section of the August issue. I would also like to say so long rmd good sailing to all of the friends I have made in the SIU over the years. Fraternally, N. J. McKenven Jacksonville, Fla. "Treated Me Like a Brother" C I would like to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone in the Seafarers Welfare Plan office, which has been so kind and courteous. I had been getting a runaround at Public Health, but the SIU people treated me like a brother and a human being. Words cannot tell how proud I am to be a mem­ ber of a Union with such fine people. Thanking you very much and wishing you fair winds and following seas, lam, Fraternally, A, Thomas McGuni, Retired V, v: . • 22 / LOG / September 1977 September, 1977 practices found that even the medi­ cine chests on many vessels were sorely inadequate. The medicine bot­ tles often had only foreign labels since they were purchased outside of the United States and were useless or even dangerous for use by the Eng­ lish-speaking crew. SIU crews are trained to handle medical emergencies through pro­ grams such as Bosun Recertification and the Cardiac Life Support Course, which is a requirement for all Harry Lundeberg trainees and "A" Senior­ ity upgraders. But our members' hands are tied if they don't have ade­ quate medical equipment. Bosun Schwartz did the best he could to save Brother Anderson's life. But without oxygen tanks aboard, he could not go one step further. How many Seafarers lives will be lost before the Coast Guard decides to act? Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO Vol. 39, No. 9 Executive Board Paul Hall President Frank Drozak Joe DiGiorgio Executive Vice President Secretary-T reasurer Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Vice President lumnrESSl i 1 Vice President Cal Tanner Vice President Paul Drozak Vice President Marietta Homayonpour Editor-in-Chiep 389 James Gannon Managing Editor Ray Bourdius Ruth Shereff Marcia Relss Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Frank Cianciotti Dennis Lundy Chief Photographer Associate Photographer Marie Kosciusko George J. Vana Administrative Assistant Production/Art Director Published monthly by Seafarers Internationa' Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Second class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. �Sf-onewall Jackson Committee . \S. ^•y. '• 'j ^> • . -I: -"y, J ••^<^ ••'••' ,•^v'*^•• • Seventy-one cents of every dollar spent in shipping on American-flag vessels remains in this country, making a very substantial contribution to the national balance of payments and to the nation's economy. Use U.S.-flag ships. It's good for the American maritime industry, the Ameri­ can sbipper, and America. Boston Committee On Aug. 30, the SS Stonewall Jackson (Waterman) paid off at Pier 7, Brooklyn, N.Y, At left SlU Patrolman Jack Caffey waits while SIU Representative Harvey Mesford (seated, rear center) checks crew list. Attending the shipboard meeting is the Ship's Committee of (I. to r.): Engine Delegate Tony Garza; Steward Delegate Joseph Roberts (standing); Educational Director Ben Cooley, and Recertified Bosun Carl Lineberry, ship's chairman. Transindiana Committee At a payoff of the containership SS Boston (Sea-Land) on Aug. 31 at Port Elizabeth, N.J., SIU Representative George Ripoll (seated right) makes out a dues receipt. Also seated Is Deck Delegate Nicholas Lekkas. Other members of the Ship's Committee are (I. to r.): Engine Delegate Manuel PIdal; Recerti­ fied Bosun Leyal Joseph, ship's chairman; Steward Delegate C. Madsen, and Educational Director D. R. Pase. John B. Waterman Committee Recertified Bosun Lancelot Rodrigues (right), ship's chairman of the ST Transindiana (Seatrain), listens to SIU Representative George Ripoll (seated) at a payoff on Aug. 5 at Weehawken, N.J. The other menibers of the Ship's Committee are (I. to r.): Engine Delegate Luis Rivera; Deck Delegate Enrique Vargas, and Steward Delegate R. Torrez. I Editor, Change of Address Or New Subscriber LOG 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N. ¥. 11232 I would like to receive the LOG—please put my name on your mailing list. {Print Information) NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP SIU members please give: Bk # Soc. Sec. # TO AVOID DUPLICATION: If you are an old subscriber and have a change of address, please give your former address below or send mailing-label from last issue received. ADDRESS ......; -CITY .............. ^..:.. V..... STATE. .ZIP.....;... Filling out an overtime report last month for Deck Delegate B. Nolan (2nd left) on the 'SS John B. Waterman is SIU Representative George Ripoll (right) at a payoff at Pier B, Hoboken, N.J. The rest of the Ship's Committee are (I. to r. clockwise): Bgsun C. C. Smith, ship's chairman; Engine Delegate R. Stewart; Steward Delegate E. C. Ponson, and SIU Representative Don Tillman. The ship crewed up on Sept. 12 after a layup. September 1977 / LOG / 23 �m m Two SlU Boats Join Forces on Ala. R. T"! ?• Sr" the is then crushed VnH «nv sand c^nH'/^^ •he riverbed. riverbed. The The gravel gravel is then crushed and anv rha. barges. The Gobbler fakes over from here tnwina th h tows them back to the dredge site.Z^ to Lr ba^^ terials. ® 'og^'"" '» P™""' "•- wi^h «' i^Idbdnid Alai uoes ner up rock gravel f' aredging in the Alahama Rivet sucking "P.™'.'' g"™' from 7 fo 12 feet below m'xed m is sifted out. The finished product is loaded by conveyor belt onto awaiting ^^e barges are unloaded, the Gobbler "Peration dally. Both vessels are owned and operated bySIU-contracted Radclilfe Ma- 1 L-' -is i -. > • :^ ' • 3'»fi .s«* —» ' twe' opev a\\ov^ va,W\n9 t)eci a ''e A gra'.Nje\ —"la-ii-ff-wv - — F^iver g3|i'CTl-il|fVTk»£^^ |glrT«-Tfjl^l»l.- iing° nii/e, ••|*--ti^Ti|lrry-?ill iTl-fi •^1 it »oad'"l_ I llUi-T tSin; JHI ?2^i Iflt- .a: +l**i \p\S dsL '^gate^Teii w ' aoo/f- Wu-' • t g0 o^ jte gtavel. jovevo*^ t,eU tue dteoa r»--=»5 . *: .....I .r-f*1 .r/['M- ii if '••fiC • „ T^9.m m fef:a5*3 24 / LOG / September 1977 - WJ i J ,; ; c j .j i .• ixi- �•' -_J» The Manhattan recently docked In Mitsubishi Yard in Yokohoma, Japan to be painted, cleaned and repaired. - ..,!>;• i'.-' '•'^'r/'-'"•-'••• ••>*-"••/'•• .••'>.-'.y •••J ' ' "-tj • • !' - ' • -'V....v; -' ," . . '••'• After a fresh coat of paint and a thorough cleaning the Manhattan is in tip-top shape for her voyage to Valdez, Alaska. Chief Steward H. L. Durham is stand­ ing on the deck of the Manhattan while she docked in Mitsubishi Yard. SlU-Crewed Aquarius, Manhattan Dock in Japan rphe SS Manhattan (Hudson Waterways) docked in Mitsiibichi Yard recently in Yokohama, Japan to be painted, M. cleaned and repaired before delivery to the Exxon Company. She had just completed a trip to Russia. The SIUcrewed oil tanker was chartered by Exxon to transport crude oil from Valdez, Alaska to the lower 48 states. Also in Japan recently was the newly built, SlU-contracted LNG Aquarius, the first ll.S.-flag LNG ship. She has a 25.year charter to carry liquified natural gas from Indonesia to Japan. The Aquarius, is operated by Summit Marine Opera­ tions, a subsidiary of Energy Transportation. » • jV , , ^ "• . ..I • :-3r The Aquarius is docked in the Osaka Terminal in Japan where Tviiv^iv^ her IIS./I cargo ociiyw of liquified natural gas is being unloaded The new 936 foot Aquarius has a 25-year charter to haul liquified natural gas fmm lonon from InHnnaoio Indonesia tn to Japan. Standing outside the deckhouse of the LNG Aquarius is Frank Boyne, SIU Dort aaent in Jaoan. Carpenters' Label: 6tlll Goinq 6tron9l The United Brotherhood Of Carpenters and Joiners of America represent more than three-quarters of a million carpenters, cabinetmen, millwrights, and allied tradesmen in North America. As one of the oldest of the Building Trades, the United Brother­ hood learned early of the value of the union label as a consumer weapon. As far back as 1869 the Carpenter's Eight-Hour League of San Francisco issued a stamp to planing mills working an eight-hour day. This stamp helped to identify work from such mills against competing ten-hour day mills. However, it was not until the turn of the Twentieth Century that the carpenters union officially adopted a stamp, emblem, or label which would be attached to products produced by its members. At the Carpenter's 11th General Convention, held in .Scranton, Pa., in 1900, Cabinetmakers Local 309 of New York City presented a resolution, calling for the adoption of a standard union label for use throughout the Brotherhood. In the following year the union's General Executive Board adopted a design and directed the General .Secretary to have it registered with the United .States Patent Office in Washington. At that time, the Patent Office contended that the label could not be registered, and the Brotherhood then took action to have the label registered in each of the States and Provinces of North America. Today the label is officially recognized throughout the continent, and two years ago the Patent Office in Washington belatedly accepted the registration of the Brotherhood's label. In early days of the labor movement, the carpenters were directed by the AEL to lead the fight for an eight-hour work day. Pursuing this goal, the carpenters would allow no shop or mill to use the label unless its work day was eight-hours or less and unless the mill met minimum standards of pay. Today the Brotherhood issues periodically a small pocket .size booklet, totaling approximately 132 pages, which is a "list of union shops and firms granted the use of the union label." This directory is updated each year. TTie label can be found on furniture, in houses of worship,, on desks, in the .schools of America and the Halls of the Congress of the United States; even on the very rafters of the White House, as well as on all the manufactured items of the forest products industry. The union label of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America is made available to manufacturers in four appli­ cation forms. (1) a rubber stamp is used to place an impression of the label upon millwork and manufactured material, (2) a brass die is available for sinking an impression of the label in boxes, flooring, etc.. (3) a transfer label is made up in colors, and is generally used for finished products such as fixtures and furniture, and aiooisica! instruments, including pianos and other wood instruments, and (4) a special cellophane sticker label is made for metal trim, metal doors and sash. The Carpenter's Label appears on the following products: Aluminum doors, sash and windows Awings and metal products Boxes 1^ Barber and beauty shop furniture, etc. Bowling alleys, pool tables, etc. 1^ Boats Cabinet Work and Cabinets Caskets Concrete forms Church furniture Cooling towers Doors, reg., fireproof, etc. Displays Furniture Hardwood floors and Hardwood Insulation Laboratory furniture and equipment Lumber Ladders and Scafoiding u' Millwork Mobile homes u' Musical instruments Metal Trim, doors, partitions, etc. Overhead doors Office Furniture w Prefabricated garages Prefabricated fiouses Prefabricated Houses/Modules-TriTrades Plastics Plywood and veneer Restaurant Furniture Refrigeration Specialty products Screens School furniture, etc. u* Shingles Stair builders products V Trusses Venetian blinds * a union label feature September 1977 / LOG / 25 �>«- MVSP!— It" "i' -F SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters United Industrial Woikers of North America i PRESIDENT Paul Hall SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Frank Drozak VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Cal Tanner Paul Drozak HEADQUARTERS ALPENA, Mich Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C AUG. 1-31,1977 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 9 109 11 21 71 39 18 45 12 63 0 ' 482 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 3 3 2 1 4 0 2 9 2 5 2 2 1 8 0 0 52 0 0 1 0 2 1 0 2 5 0 1 0 0 5 0 0 25 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 7 112 15 29 13 7 18 55 43 29 21 38 8 70 0 0 465 1 47 6 7 4 1 4 17 9 12 6 11 4 10 12 0 151 0 5 1 1 4 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 21 *i 'REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 11 167 18 53 35 17 53 139 52 57 31 71 18 139 0 1 862 4 11 2 2 9 1 4 12 2 7 1 4 3 10 0 0 72 0 8 1 0 2 2 0 3 2 0 1 0 0 6 0 0 25 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 31 2 7 4 4 4 12 13 13 6 9 1 12 7 1 127 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 10 2 146 16 33 25 11 29 117 52 49 16 44 13 104 0 0 657 5 26 3 11 7 3 9 19 15 12 5 13 0 19 0 1 148 3 9 0 0 2 1 0 1 3 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 24 1 65 9 21 28 11 27 69 33 36 10 19 6 62 0 0 397 0 9 0 2 2 0 1 13 3 7 2 4 1 4 0 0 48 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 40 8 31 12 3 15 53 13 32 4 11 22 . 30 0 0 274 6 134 23 35 17 8 14 71 14 26 8 13 10 31 2 1 413 14 142 2 12 2 2 0 5 5 12 0 9 2 37 0 1 245 2,190 1,049 455 41 148 575 1,297 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 681 296 Port Totals All Departments 26 / LOG / September 1977 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 3 3 45 3 3 4 5 7 16 12 12 4 7 5 16 9 2 153 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico ............ Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 1 81 7 26 14 5 11 37 33 26 8 21 4 38 0 4 316 2 41 35 0 236 0 10 0 1 1 1 0 8 1 6 2 4 0 6 4 0 44 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 37 4 9 3 0 5 10 12 14 5 10 7 13 22 0 151 0 0 1 3 2 0 2 0 5 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 17 Mm ENTRY DEPARTMENT « ; 2 61 9 20 10 5 11 35 23 32 6 15 9 29 0 1 268 2 23 8 21 6 3 6 25 14 30 1 7 13 21 0 180 6 99 17 13 7 3 17 50 .22 23 6 9 -10 37 32 1 352 4 52 2 5 6 1 2 4 8 5 0 3 1 19 0 0 112 675 4 Ave., Bklyn. 11232 (212) BY 9-6600 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Bultimorc St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Mass 215 Essex St. 02111 (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.V 290 Franklin St. 14202 (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, ILL.. 9383 S. Evving Ave. 60617 (312) SA 1-0733 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DE I ROIT, Mich. 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. 48218 (313) VI 3-4741 DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3 St. 58806 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box D 415 Main St. 49635 (616) 352-4441 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala IS. Lawrence St. 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PADUCAH, Ky 225 S. 7 St. 42001 (502) 443-2493 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. .2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT ARTHUR, Tex. . .534 9 Ave. 77640 (713) 983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 1311 Mission St. 94103 (415) 626-6793 SANTURCE, P. R. 1313 Fernandez, Juncoy,Stop 20 00909 (805) 724-2848 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo. . .4581 Gravois'Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 TAMPA, Fla. 2610 W. Kennedy Blvd. 33609 (813) 870-1601 TOLEDO, Ohio .... 935 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, Calif. 510 N. Broad St. 90744 (213) 549-4000 YOKOHAMA, Japan P.O. Box 429 Yokohama Port P.O. 5-6 Nihon Ohdori Naka-Ku 231-91 201-7935 Shipping increased considerably last month at deep sea A&G ports thorughont the country. A total of 1,545 deep sea SIU members found jobs on SlU-contraded vessels. That's an increase of 292 jobs shipped over the previous month. Shipping is expected to remain good at all ports for the foreseeable future. �Lundeberg Upgrading Schedule Thru 1978 Below is a complete list of all upgrading courses, both deep-sea and inland, offered at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md, Also included is the starting dates for these courses for the remainder of 1977 and all of 1978. SlU members should be aware that certain courses may be added or dropped from the schedule as the need arises. However, the Log will publish in advance any such changes. Deck Department Courses Course IVame Starting Dates ABLE SEAMAN October 27, 1977 Nov. 23, 1977 Jan. 19, 1978 March 2, 1978 April 17, 1978 May 25, 1978 July 6, 1978 Aug. 17, 1978 QUARTERMASTER None Presently Scheduled TOWBOAT OPERATOR (Western Rivers) Feb. 20, 1978 May 29, 1978 TOWBOAT OPERATOR (Inland Waters) Oct. 31, 1977 March 20, 1978 June 26, 1978 TOWBOAT OPERATOR (Not More than 200 Miles Offshore) Oct. 31, 1977 March 20, 1978 June 26, 1978 MATE & MASTER Sept. 4, 1978 FIRST CLASS PILOT None Presently Scheduled VESSEL OPERATOR MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY PROGRAM Nov. 6, 1978 Dec. 4, 1978 Starting Sept. 1, 1977, Lifehoatman classes will begin every two weeks right through Dec. 21, 1978. LIFEBOATMAN Steward Department Courses Course Name Starting Dates CHIEF STEWARD Nov. 10, 1977 Dec. 22, 1977 Feb. 7, 1978 March 23, 1978 May 4, 1978 June 15, 1978 July 27, 1978 Sept. 7, 1978 CHIEF COOK/TOWBOAT COOK Nov. 25, 1977 Jan. 12, 1978 Feb. 23, 1978 April 6, 1978 May 18, 1978 June 29, 1978 Aug. 10, 1978 Sept. 21, 1978 COOK & BAKER Starting Sept. 15, 1977, Cook and Baker classes will begin every two weeks until Jan. 19, 1978. Then starting Jan. 26,1978, the classes will begin every two weeks running right through to Oct. 5, 1978 ASSISTANT COOK Oct. 27, 1977 Dec. 8, 1977 Jan. 26, 1978 March 9, 1978 April 20, 1978 June 1, 1978 July 13, 1978 Aug. 24, 1978 Starting Sept. 1, 1977, Tankernian classes will begin every two weeks right through Dec. 21, 1978. TANKERMAN Engine Department Courses Course Name FIREMAN, OILER, Starting Dates Nov. 28,1977 Dec. 27, 1977 Feb. 6, 1978 March 6, 1978 April 17, 1978 May 15, 1978 June 12, 1978 July 24, 1978 Aug. 21, 1978 Sept. 18, 1978 Qiialifietl Member of the Engine Departiiient (QMED) Jan. 2, 1978 May 22, 1978 DIESEL ENGINEER Jan. 16, 1978 July 24, 1978 Jan. 5, 1978 WATERTENDER (FOWT) March 16, 1978 April 13, 1978 June 22, 1978 July 20, 1978 Oct. 2, 1978 LIQUIFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG) Nov. 28, 1977 Feb. 6, 1978 May 15, 1978 Aug. 21, 1978 MARINE ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE Nov. 14, 1977 April 10, 1978 PUMPROOM OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Oct. 17, 1977 Aug. 28, 1978 AUTOMATION March 6, 1978 • .K; WELDING MAINTENANCE OF SHIPBOARD REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS May 22, 1978 For further information regarding the courses offered at the, Lundeberg School, members should contact their local SItl rep­ resentative, or write to the Lundeberg School Vocationfil Eduqation Department, Piney Point, Md. 20674. September 1977 / LOG / 27 �•. 4' •» *•.» f , V • Robert H. Bennett, 70, joined the SIU in the port of Tampa in 1956 and shipped as a deck engineer. Brother Bennett sailed 31 years. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1928 to 1932 and in the U.S. Navy. He has also worked on a Pan Amer­ ican Airlines cableship from 1965 to 1966. Born in Georgia, he is a resi­ dent of Milton, Fla. Recertified Bosun Vernon W. Bry­ ant, 65, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Tampa. He graduated from the December 1973 class of the Bosuns Recertification Program. Brother Bryant sailed 46 years. He was born in Florida and lives in Tampa. David L. Williams, 51, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Williams sailed 30 years. He shipped as a bosun. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Born in Georgia, he resides in Slidell, La. Mathew Gichento, 64, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Mobile and sailed as a bosun. Brother Gi­ chento sailed 42 years. Born in Ohio, he is a resident of New Orleans. t;:;, '- Paul E. Reed, 65, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans and sailed as a chief steward. Brother Reed sailed 32 years. He worked for Cities Service from 1966 to 1976. Born in Quincy, Mass., he resides in Morrow, Ga. Loyad W. White, 60, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in I960 and sailed as an AB. Brother White sailed 37 years. He served in the U.S. Army. He was born in Norfolk and is a resident there. Leo L. Crawford, 59, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1939. Brother Crawford sailed as a chief electrician. Seafarer Crawford was on the picketline in the 1962 Robin Line strike. He was born in Pearl River, La. and resides there. Jack C. Taylor, 55, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1955. Brother Taylor sailed 29 years. He shipped as a wiper. Born in Madison, Kans., he is a resident of Garden City, Mich. Salvador Fertitta, 59, has been on pension since July 1, 1977. Brother Fertitta resides in New Orleans, La. .. "m" Robert Myrick, 65, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York and sailed as an AB. Brother Myrick sailed 33 years. He served in the U.S. Army prior to World War II. Born in New York, he resides in Visalia, Calif. >, Herbert J. Laicbe, 64, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1955 sailing as a cook. Brother Laiche sailed 29 years. He served in the U.S. Army artillery during World War II. He was born in Pauline, La. and resides in Gramecy, La. •« > N*# L Joseph L. Acy, 69, joined the SIU In 1941 in the port of New Orleans and sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Acy sailed for 45 years. He was born in Louisiana and resides there. Arnold Munter, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington in 1959 and sailed as a junior engineer. Brother Munter sailed 34 years. Born in Estonia, USSR, he now re­ sides in Long Beach, Calif. Sze Yu Chen, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 and sailed as an electrician and in the steward department. Brother Chen has sailed 29 years, and was on the picketline in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor strike, as well as the 1965 District Council 37 beef. He also served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Born in China, he is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Chen is a resident of New York Fred Z. Caiiania, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1962 and sailed as a baker. Brother Callanta sailed 35 years. Born in the Philippines, he is a resident of vSeattle. Julio Figueroa, 62, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York and sailed as a steward utility. Brother Figueroa sailed 35 years and served as a delegate aboard ship. He was on the picketline in the 1961 N.Y. Har­ bor beef and the 1962 Robin Line beef. Born in Puerto Rico, he now resides in the Bronx, N.Y. v'^'; ' i"ik- Wilbur C. Sinks, 65, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Or­ leans and sailed as a chief steward. Brother Sink sailed 31 years and was on the picket line in the 1962 Robin Line beef. He is a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy. Seafarer Sink was born in Nebraska and re­ sides in San Francisco, Calif, where he will pursue his hobby as a radio buff. Nathaniel V. Sharon, 63, joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1960 sailing as a boat pilot for the Kansas City Bridge Co. from 1946 to 1948. He also sailed as a tankerman for the National Marine Service Co. from 1946 to 1962, and for the w.. G H Towing Co. from 1973 to 1977. Brother Sharon is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Paquemine, La. and is a resident of Pasadena, Tex. Alan A. Granstrom, 62, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1961 and sailed as a cook. Boatman Granstrom worked for Taylor and Ander­ son Towing Co. from 1953 to 1977. He is a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and also worked for the U.S. Government in 1953. Born in McMurray, Wash., he resides in Audubon Park, N.J. Lloyd J. Jarrett, 56, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1974 working for Radcliff Ma­ terials Inc. until his retirement. Boatman Jarrett resides in Morgan City, La. Charles R. Price, 62, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1961 sailing as a mate for Curtis Bay Towing. Brother Price is a World War II veteran of the Navy. Born in Catawbaco, Va., he now resides in Norfolk. Walter R. Grimstead, 64, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1941 sailing as a tankerman on the tug Rebecca for M. Lee Hudgins & Son Co. from 1941 to 1962. He sailed as chief engineer for Allied Towing from 1962 to 1977. He also worked for the U.S. Government from 1938 to 1940. Boatman Grimstead was born in Mathews, Va. where he now resides. Manhattan's Minutes Heveal Fast^ Furious^ Friendly Came The crew of the SS Manhattan may be the best thing that's hap­ pened to American-Soviet rela­ tions since U.S. astronauts and Russian cosmonauts shook hands in space last year. The ingredients in the Manhat­ tan s formula for spreading inter­ national good will consists of the following items: live American Seafarers; five Russian longshore­ men. and one basketball. The results? A lot of laughs and a good time for all involved. As related in the Ship's Minutes bv Pete Sheldrake, bosun and 28 / LOG / September 1977 ship's chairman of the Manhattan, the big tanker's crew gets up a team to play the Russian long­ shoremen whenever they are in the USSR. The games take place at the Seaman's Club auditorium in Ilyichevsk. Russia. The American team was made up of SIU members Peter Gill, Jack Kane, John Schonstien, Chick Nealis, and Zachary Taylor Brown. The team was coached by .Seafarer Don Allcnder. Radio of­ ficer Tom Nichols did the officiat­ ing. According to Bosun Sheldrake, "the game was fast and furious, and for awhile could have gone cither way. Till the final whistle, though, the Manhattan 'Maniacs' gave it their all." Unfortunately, "their all" wasn't enough. The Russians beat our boys by a score of 62 to 34. Without making long, drawn out excuses. Bosun Sheldrake .said simply, "there are no basketball courts on the Manhattan. The Russian.s' experience and stamina came through in the end." But in the be.st tradition of American sports competition, the losing .squad left the auditorium echoing the words, "never say die; wait till next time." After the game, the Russians gave the SIU cagers some presents. And the Russian coach presented them with badges and pins as me­ mentos. Bo.sun Sheldrake concluded, though, "it didn't really matter who won the game because a good time was had by all." �Oil Bigs Ail Out to Stop Cargo Preference Continued from Page 3 The SIU is actively involved in the fight. The Committee has taken out fullpage ads in several large newspapers to present the case for cargo prefer­ ence. The ads have appeared in the Washington Post, the Washington Star and the New York Times. In at least one instance, involving the N.Y. Times, the U.S. Maritime Committee appears to have had its rights violated under the First Amendment. The Committee took an ad out in the Times that was critical of an ar­ ticle carried by the Times concern­ ing the preference issue. The headline over the Maritime Committee's ad read, "Why Did the N.Y. Times Publish a Story That Was Totally Inconsistent With the Facts." 'Below is a reprint of the ad that the New York Times would not accept without editing it first. WHJir ARE THE lACTS BEHIND THE COST OF OIL CARGO EOUITY LEGISUinON? Opponents of cargo equity legis­ lation, including big oil companies, consistently have ignored the facts in their efforts to defeat this proposal. It may be practical politics. But the American people deserve better. Now, those opponents have gone too far—and some of the Amer­ ican press and national political lead­ ers have become unwitting pawns in their game. On August26, ThcNrirYork Times, and many newspapers subscribing to its news service, published a front­ page stoiy suggesting that a cost es­ timate of oil cargo preference by the General Accounting Office, an inde­ pendent arm of Congress, had been suppressed by a proponent of the legislation. The reason, presumably, was that the G. A.O. estimated the legislation would cost $240 million a year (abtiut two-tenths of a cent per gallon); while ear'ier, the Adminis­ tration, which supports the legisla­ tion, estimated it would cost between .$110 and $180 million a year. Opptmentsof the legislation have stated publicly the bill would cost at least feOO million a year. On August 28, The NeieYork Times, and many subscribers to its news ser­ vice, published a second story. In this one, the Republican National Chair­ man accused a proponent of the bill of "suppression" of the G. A.O, cost estimate. He suggested this action was "criminal in nature." Apparently, neitlier he nor the media knew the facts. 1. On J uly 25, four days before the G.A.O. transmitted its cost estimate to theHouseCommitteeon Merchant Marine and Fi.sherie.s, Committee Chairman John Murphy discmssed the report, then in preparation, at a aublic hearing on cargo preference egislation. Mr. Murphy remarked that he understtxad the G.A.O. report would indicate a cost of abcaut twice the Administratis • Umale- hut still a fraction of the cost estimates made by the bill's opponents. 2. On July 29, the Committee con­ ducted another public hearing on the bill. The Chairman announced that the G.A.O. report had been received and that it estimated the bill would cost $240 million a year. A Committee member. Rep. Pete McCloskey WHY DID THE NEW YORK TIMES PUBLISH A STORY THAT WAS TOTALLY INCONSISTENT WITH THE FACTS? (R-CA), an opponent of cargo prefer­ ence, asked for and riveived unani­ mous consent to include the G.A.O. report in the Committee record. 3. Moments later, at the same public hearing. Rep. McCloskey and a witness for the Administration, As­ sistant Secretary of Commerce Rob­ ert Blackwell, engaged in a discussion on the differences Ix'lween the Admin­ istration and the G.A.O. estimates. 4. In an Associated Press dispatch by Don McLeod, datelined Wash­ ington on August 1, both the G.A.O. and administration estimates were reported and compared. 5. In a letter published by The Wall Street loiininl on Augu.st 15, Chair­ man Murphy referred to the G.A.O. cost estimate as being higher than the Administration'.s, but far lower than opponents have suggested. 6. \nThe Christum Science Monitor of August 25, Reporter John Dillin re­ ferred to the G.A.O. estimate as being IVz times higher than the Adminis­ tration estimate, but far lower than figures cited by opponents. 7. For the past month, the U.S. Maritime Committee, a private coali­ tion of supporters of cargo preference, has cited tlie G.A.O. estimate in public forums, including an August 18 appearance (.>n the Washington television program Pnnormna. The Committee challenged opponents' estimates that the bill wou d cost at least $8(X) million a year. Thus, for the past month the G. A .O. cost estimate e.f cargc> pref­ erence has been part of the public record, discussed in public learings in Congress and published widely in the media. The proponents of the legislation quoted it toshow that while it is higher than Administra­ tion estimates, it would cost each American only $1 a year in return for much-needed job.s, improved na­ tional security, and a measure of environmental protection. Yet, this old story became a front-page story in one of America's leading newspapers and was dissem­ inated to others. It was developed into a story suggesting "suppres­ sion" of a report that had been widely available for a month. It was then further developed into a story in which a highly-placed political lead­ er, believing that the non-news was factual, accused a committee chair­ man of the House of Representa­ tives of an act that could be "criminal in nature." How could this happen? It could happen only if an op­ ponent of cargo preference foisted a "story" on an unwitting repcirter at a time when most members iff Con­ gress who were priw tcf the facts had left Washington during the Con­ gressional recess. Therefcfre, they would be difficult, if not impossible, to reach for verification. It could happen only if the re­ porter, still believing the non-news to be factual, presented the material to the Republican National Chairman. Then theChainnan, in his eagerness tif comment about a bill to which he had announced this opposition ear­ lier, failed to learn the truth before denouncing the non-events. How can the record be set right? Sadlv, only Ihrifugh this means. When Chainnan Murphy con­ ducted a hastily-called news confer­ ence on the matter in New York, it received relatively little attention in the media. TheNrwYork Times published a story of the press con­ ference on its financial page — hardly likely to attract the same number of readers as did its earlier front-page non-news story. TheWashington Star, which prominently displayed the denunciation of the non-events, confined the response to a three paragraph story in its "wrap-up" column called "The Nation." By now, do/.ens of editorials around the nation may have been written denouncing the non-events disclosed in a non-news story. We cannot ccfrrect those mis­ leading impressions, but we can hope that the media wall get both sides of the cargo equity story, before goijfg to press. U.S. Maritime Committee Suite 420 600 New Hampshire Avenue Washington, D.C. 20037 A i(i.ilitiiin lit shiphiiiiaiTs, shi|H)pi.'r.iti>rs, ni.iriiu'suppurlivi- inaustrios, iind unimis. ,'«o !i^! The Times would not accept the ad without editing it. The edited version read, "Here's the Truth Behind the Controversy, Contrary to Published Reports in Leading Newspapers." (See reprint of ad the Times would. not accept on this page.) Robert Smith of the Times adver­ tising board said that in the original ad, "the headline itself was inconsis­ tent with the facts ... We try to be as fair as we can to everyone . . . We're allowed to be fair to our­ selves." Herb Brand, president of the Transportation Institute, and a mem­ ber of the U.S. Maritime Committee, took exception to Smith's remarks. Brand said that Smith's explana­ tion "is far from adequate." He said that "when the Times wrote an edi­ torial recently calling cargo prefer­ ence in a headline, The Great Ship Robbery, we were not given an op­ portunity to express our difference in interpretation, or to suggest that the headline was about as close to libel as anyone can get." Carter Under Fire President Carter has also come under heavy fire for his support of the 9.5 percent bill. Several high ranking Republican senators have called the President's support a "blatant political payoff" to the maritime industry. The news media has also chimed in on this charge. The fact is that President Carter, early in his campaign for office, an­ nounced his support for some type of cargo preference. He announced this support before the maritime industry contributed anything to his cam­ paign. Benefits Overlooked What the newspapers and other news media have overlooked throughout this controversy is the benefits the preference bill will pro­ duce for the nation. For instance, the bill will create thousands of shipyard and related industrial jobs in the construction of new U.S. tankers. It will create 3,600 new Jobs on these tankers for U.S. seamen by 1982. There will be a re­ duction in the U.S. balance of pay­ ments deficit. And there will be a re­ duction in the use of unsafe, unre­ liable foreign-flag tankers for the transportation of our oil imports. Most importantly, though, the bill will not cost the American consumer dearly as the news media suggests. On Sept. 20. 1977, the Depart­ ment of Commerce (DOC) reite­ rated its position that the 9.5 percent bill would cost no more than $130 million a year (or one tenth of one cent per gallon in added cost). The DOC also called a recent General Accounting Office (GAO) estimate of $610 million per year in added fuel costs "overstated." The DOC noted that it had "reviewed its own estimates ($130 million annu­ ally) in light of the GAO report on cargo preference cost, but finds no basis for revising them." September 1977 / LOG / 29 �fc— •P c Below is a reprint of a brochure put out by the AFL-CIO to help rally nationwide labor support for the 9.5 percent oil cargo preference bill. The brochure was sent to all AFL-CIO affiliated international and local unions, as well as to every U.S. Congressman and Senator. AFL-CIO Special Report Cargo Equity 3/ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ^LABOR LAW REFORM H.R.1037 S.61 A BILL TO CREATE I.iiM December, llie I.iberi:in l;mkcr Arssn Mercham. vvliicb IKIJ been banned from the port of Philadelphia as dangerous and defective, nonetheless sailed into American w.iters near Nantucket. There, the ship ran aground on a well marked shoal. While the captain and the helmsman tried vainly to com­ municate (they spoke different hmgutiges). the vessel broke up and spilled 7..S0n.0()0 gallons of oil into our seas. That was the worst domestic oil spill in history. A few years before, tmother l.iberian tanker, the Tnrrcy Canyon, ran aground in the English Channel precipitating the world s worst oil spill. I he captain of thtit vessel had worked for .tfi6 days consecutively at the time of the acci­ dent. More recently, a tanker blew up in the Los Angeles 1/jOBS 2/SECURITY 3/ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION —Cargo equity legislation—H.R. 1037 and S. 61—will create 20,000 jobs in maritime and related industries. More important!^, it will prevent 200,000 American workers in these industries from losing their jobs. —The legislation would guarantee that the United States and its government would have at all times access to sulhcient seaborne oil and available tankers to meet an international crisis. —H.R. 1037 and S. 61 would mean that more oil would enter our waters aboard a greater number of tankers which meet safer U.S. requirements and are manned by qualified American crews. Fewer unsafe ships manned by unqualified .seamen would threaten our shores. Page 1 "... most of the pbs are in hard-core unemployment areas where jobs are needed most." —Jacques Cousteau The major nil companies arc fighting H.R. 10.17 and .S. 61 with a vigoriuis public relations and lobbying cflorl. This Iceislalion. they fear, would reduce their profits by requiring them to pay their fair share of taxes antf prevent them from continuing to conceal the true cost of oil. transportation to the United States. You can help create and protect U.S. jobs, strengthen our national security, and itnprove our etivironment Tell your Congressman of your strong support for H.R. 1017 and your .Senator of your strong support for S. 61. AddrtM your (•ntri to: Hon. House Office Building Wethinglon. D.C. 20515 M.C. Dear Rep. Urge a vote FOR H.R. 1037 Hon. Senate Ottice Building Washington. D.C. 20501 Dear Senator U.S.S. Urga a vote FOR 8. 81 Page 4 1/JOBS Cargo equity legislation (H.R, 1037) will create 20,000 new jobs in the (naritime industry and in those industries responsible for supplying our nation's shipyards. More importantly, the bill would save 200.000 existing jobs now threatened in those industries. These jobs are imperiled because the major oil companies are building more ships abroad and operating them with foreign crews. "In Liberia, ... a shoemaker can buy a captain's license for $150." harbor, killing I I sailors because it did not have an adcquatc safety system, even though they are relatively inex­ pensive; another lost .S.OOO gallons of fuel in a Connecticut river; still another caused I 33.0(K) gallons of crude oil to be spilled in the Delaware River; another went aground in Puerto Rico. All flew the l.iberian flag. American tankers are buift and operated under the most rigid safety standards in the world; American seamen are the world's most highly trained and qualified; only Americart tankers must undergo thorough U.S.-standard safety inspections every year. J.acques Cousteau. the world-renowned oceanographer. said recently that in Liberia or Panama, "a shoemaker can buy a captain's license for SI.IO." He added: "Unfor­ tunately the safety of oil tankers is left in the hands of the oil companies. It must be regulated." in August. British authorities announced that 170 highranking ofTtcers on Liberian tankers were sailing with forged certificates of sea competency. H.R. 1037 would be a step toward protecting our beaches, shorelines, fish and wildlife. It would mean that more oil would be arriving here in American ships. Less oil. therefore, would be arriving in unsafe vessels. The almost impossible task of inspecting foreign ships before they enter our waters would be made a little easier. And it would increase American demands for foreign tankers to meet American safety requirements. The best time to stop an oil spill is before it happens. H.R. 1037 would help meet that goal. 2/SECURITY •And most of the existing and new jobs are located in hard-core unemployment areas where the jobs arc needed most. Here's how it works: H.R. 1037 would require that a fixed percentage of oil imports—416 T now and a maximum of five years from now—wriulil be carried on American-flag tankers: vessels built in the United States and manned by Ameri­ can crews. These vessels now carry only 3C!- of the 8.000.000 bar­ rels of oil imported to this country every day. Meanwhile. .64''; of American oil imports arrive in tankers flying the flags of Libeii;i ami Panama—so-called "flags of conve­ nience" created by the American oil companies to avoid taxes and this nation's standards of ship construction and seamanship qu:difications for crews. By requiring a reasonable amount of oil to be reserved to .American tankers, shipbuilding will be encouraged and ,Americ;in crews vvdl be hired to man existing ,ind new tankers. "I he Administration estimates that increased transpor­ tation costs would add one-tenth of one cent to each gal­ lon of oil; the General Accounting Office, an independent investigative arm of Congress, says it might be as high as twivtenths of one cent per gallon. In return, the American economy would benefit through new tax revenues and additional spending power by newly employed workers—not to mention the savings in uncm[iloyment and welfare benefits to thousands of workers who otherwise would lose their jobs. And the savings in human dignity, by keeping American workers on the job are inestimable. The maritime industry is among the nation's leaders In employing members of r.acial minorities and women in responsible, well paying jobs. In shipyards, more than 30T of the work force is composed of minority-group members. More than 59!! of the blue-collar jobs belong to women. On shipboard, more than I7V5% of the crews are members of racial minorities. In the nation, only 11 % of the work force is made up of minorities. H.R. 1037 is a key step in this nation's goal of reducing unemployment generally—and in striking at the most stubbom of our nation's unejiploymen! problems: the crisis of the inner city job market. Page 2 While many think of national security in terms of wea­ pons, a crucial factor is the ability to supply vital goods and services to the civilian population as well as to our Armed Forces. No commodity is more crucial to the nation's security than oil. " At present, more th;m 459; of the total oil consump­ tion of the United Stales depends on imports—and the figure is rising. Yet only 3';! of oui total oil imports are on tankers under the control of the U.S. government—and that figure is falling. In a domestic fuel crisis, or in a movement of uoops. or i". a crisis involving an ;illied nation, it is vital that the American government have at its disposSI sufficient oil to meet :iny emergency. Part of the problem is being solved by the creation in this country of a strategic oil reserve. But the other part if the problem is the ability to transport that oil quickly and efficiently to any place in the world. With the enactment of H.R. 1037. the United States would have, at any given time. 24.000.000 barrels of oil seaborne on tankers flying the American flag and manned by American crews. In the Middle East war. in 1973. Liberia prohibited vessels flying its fl;ig from transporting war materials to Israel, contrary to U.S. policy. Many of these vessels were owned by Americans. Only American-flag ships with American crews can be relied upon to heed American policy in a crisis. While foreign-flag vessels may be owned by American companies, they are responsible to the gov­ ernments of those countries. And the crews of Liberiafiflag tankers typically represent several nationalities; such crews may not support a goal of the U.S. government. The President, a former naval officer, has said that cargo equity legislation is in our nation's interest. He said strengthening of the merchant marine is vital. As Com­ mander-in-Chief, he wants at his disposal a guaranteed amount of seaborne oil to meet an emergency. Some foreign nations may wish to help—and their tankers would then be available for our use. But the United States must be in a position to rely first and foremost on its own resources. A precious commodity like oil cannot be abandoned totally to the whims and hoped-for cooperation o: iotcigr. nations. 3% U.S. FLAG 97% FOREIGN FLAG "Only American flagships with American crews can be relied on In a crisis." Page 3 30 / LOG / September 1977 . - -J,.- -'u �I '9.5 Percent Oil Cargo Preference:' Jobs For Americans. Safer Waters The oil cargo preference bill (H.R. 1037) would require that 9.5 percent of all U.S. oil imports be carried in Ameri­ can-built, American-manned vessels by 1982. The U.S. fleet would immediately be guaranteed a 4.5 percent share. This would increase one percent a year for S five years until the 9.5 percent mark is reached. U.S. ships now carry 3.5 percent of our oil imports. If passed, the bill would create the following benefits for the nation: M • Thousands of shipyard and related indus­ n IPYAIRDJOBS trial jobs in the construction of new U.S.-fiag tankers. 5 • 3,600 new jobs for American seamen on these ships. • A reduction in the use of unsafe, unreli­ able fiag-of-convenience tankers for the trans­ portation of America's oil imports. • A reduction in the nation's balance of pay­ ments deficit. ^ j ^ • The gradual buildup of the U S. tanker fleet to 3.3 million dwt for close military support i for the U.S. Navy. ^ American consumer? The Depart- ^ ment of Commerce says one tenth of one cent per gallon of gas. ft* - . / * , •**1'^.', '^4^— " .. w~^ ^ai • ^ - fw'i �II Jfmal John R. Scardis, 42, died of a heart i attack in Freehold (N.J.) Hospital on I July 25. Brother Scardis joined the Union ! in the port of New ^ York in 1961 sailing —^ as a floatman and cap­ tain on the Tug Steering. He also sailed as a deckhand for the Brooklyn Eastern District Terminal from 1973 to 1977, for the A & R Marine Towing and Transportation Co. from 1969 to 1973, and for the Penn Railroad Marine Di­ vision from 1957 to 1969. Inland Boat­ man Scardis was a veteran of the U. S. Army in Korea in 1962. Bom in Jersey City, N.J., he was a resident of Morganvillc, N.J. Burial was in St. Gabriel's Cemetery, Malboro Twsp., N.J. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Agnes; a daughter, April; his mother, Ann of Jersey City and his father, Raphael. Pensioner Philip W. West, 72, suc­ cumbed to a heart attack in Frankford Hospital, Philadel­ phia on Aug. 2. Brother West joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1951 sailing as a deckhand and pilot. And as a captain from 1959 to 1967. And as a mate for the P. F. Martin Co. from 1956 to 1958. He was born in Millville, Del., and was a resident of Philadelphia. Interment was in St. George's Cemetery, Clarksville, Del. Surviving is his widow, Ethel. Pensioner John M. Dunbar, 49, died of a heart attack in Slidell (La.) Memorial Hos­ pital on July 6. Sea­ farer Dunbar joined the SIU in the port of Jacksonville in 1967 sailing as a AB. In­ land Boatman Dunbar was also a first class pilot and tugboat captain for the last 10 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army after World War II. Born in New Orleans, he was a resident of Pearl River, La. Interment was in New Pales­ tine Cemetery, Picayune, Miss. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Alicia; a son, David; a daughter, Jean of New Orleans and his father, James of Picayune. Royal S. Bendall, 74, passed away on Aug. 14. Brother Bendall joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1959. He sailed as an AB for the NBC Lines from 1976 to 1977, for the Marvin Steamship Co. from 1959 to 1963 and for the Graham Transportation Co. from 1958 to 1959. From 1974 to 1977 he worked at the Moon Shipyard, Norfolk, as a tinsmith. Boatman Bendall was also a member of the NMU from 1938 to 1943. Born in Virginia, he was a resident of Washing­ ton, D.C. Surviving are a son, Leonard and a daughter, Mrs. Connie B. Kitchen of Washington, D.C. 32 / LOG / September1977 Pensioner Freder­ ick "Joe" Aysien, 55, died of a heart attack in the New Orleans USPHS Hospital on July 26. Brother Ay­ sien joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1959 sail­ ing as a tankerman and mate for Tide Inc. from 1955 to 1958, Coyle Lines from 1958 to 1970 and as a barge cap­ tain for the Mariner Towing Co. from 1969 to 1974, IBC in 1974 and for the Interstate Oil Co. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A na­ tive of New (Drleans, he was a resident there. Burial was in Westlawn Ceme­ tery, Gretna, La. Surviving are his widow, Marian; a son, Joseph and three daughters, Catherine, Carol and Eliza­ beth and his parents Mr. and Mrs. Ellis and Kate Aysien. James H. Alcox, 63, died of injuries in Wilson (N.C.) Me­ morial Hospital on June 23 after an auto accident nearby. Brother Alcox joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1969 sailing as a cook for for the N.C. Tucker Towing Co. from 1969 to 1977, IBC Co. from 1975 to 1976 and for the Interstate Oil Co. in 1977. He was born in Belhaven, N.C. and was a resident of Hobucken, N.C. Burial was in Flowers Cemetery, Hobucken. Surviving are his widow, Gertrude and a sister, Mrs. Ruby Fodrey. Pensioner Thomas H. Hudgins, 76, died I of a heart attack at J home in Mathews, '^^Va. on July 21. fBrother Hudgins 3 joined the Union in {the port of Norfolk in 1960. He sailed 36 years on tugs for the Penn Railroad. Boatman Hudgins was born in Hallieford, Va. Burial was in Mathews Chapel Cemetery, Cobbs Creek, Va. Surviving is his widow, Edith. Robert B. King, 35, died on Aug. 26 in Port Arthur, Tex. Brother King joined the Union in Port Ar­ thur in 1970 sailing as a chief mate and captain on the Tug Lsther (Moran Tow­ ing) and the D.M. Picton Towing Co. from 1966 to 1977. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1970. A native of Bayville, N.J., he was a resident of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Surviving are his widow, Joan and two sons, Ian and Shawn. Kenneth E. Siebert, 20, died on Aug. 28. Brother Siebert joined the Union in the port of St. Louis in 1976 sailing as a deckhand on the Tug Enterprise (National Marine). Boatman Siebert graduated from the Diesel Tank­ erman Course at the HLSS in 1976. Born in Vandalia, 111., he was a resident of Granite City, 111. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold and Ka­ ren Siebert; a brother, Steven of Collinsville, 111. and a stepdaughter, Sonya Womack. Anthony (Tony) Skalamera, 70, passed away on April 6. Brother Skalamera joined the Union in the port of Philadel­ phia in 1961. He sailed as a deckhand, fireman, and watch­ man for the Penn Railroad from 1943 to 1964 and for the Reading Railroad from 1923 to 1933. A native of Austria, he was a U.S. naturalized citizen. Boat­ man Skalamera was a resident of Phila­ delphia. Surviving are his widow, Anna; four sons, Edward, Anthony, James, and Joseph and three daughters, Anna, Mary and Theresa. - . Pensioner Stanley C. Poskonka 68, died of natural causes in the USPHS Hospital, Staten Island, N.Y. on June 16. Brother Poskonka joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a deckhand and mate for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad from 1937 to 1960, on the Tug Intrepid for the Brooklyn (N.Y.) Eastern District Ter­ minal from 1960 to 1977 and for the Russell Towing Co. from 1928 to 1937. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Brooklyn, he was a resident of Astoria, Queens, N.Y. Burial was in Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn, N.Y. Surviving are his widow, Edna; a son, William and two daughters, Rose Marie and Geraldine. Oreste Vola, 50, died of a heart attack III ^ aboard the SS Afoundria (Sea-Land) on July 30. Brother Vola joined the SIU in the li port of New York in FT1958 sailing as a i chief steward and ship's delegate. He sailed 24 years and walked the picketline in the 1961 Great­ er N.Y. Harbor beef. Seafarer Vola was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A native of New York, he was a resident of Elizabeth, N.J. Surviving are his mother, Mary of Elizabeth and two sisters, Mrs. Marie Frustaci of Elmont, N.Y. and Mrs. Josephine Petrosino of Brooklyn, N.Y. Pensioner Anthony R. Brania, 68, passed away at Sailors Snug Harbor, Sea Level, |N.C. on July 14. Brother Brania join­ ed the SIU in the port of New York in 1962 sailing as a pump­ man. He sailed 30 years. Seafarer Bra­ nia was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Chicago, 111. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Walter Brozowski. Joseph W. FairI cloth, 63, died on June 21. Brother Faircloth joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a chief steward and in the ' engine department. He sailed 41 years. Born in Georgia, he was a resident of San Francisco. Sur­ viving are his parents of Millew, Ga. and a brother. Hardy of Cordale, Ga. Monta L. Garber, I 44, died on Aug. 5.. Brother Garber join­ ed the SIU in the port of New York in 1968 sailing as an AB. He 'sailed 15 years and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy after World War II. A native of Olympia, Wash., he was a resident of Seattle. Cremation took place in Seattle. Sur­ viving are his widow, Margaret; five sons, Dan, Donald, Drew, David and Daryl and three daughters, Deanna, Danette and Mrs. Debbie M. Warde. Theron J. Ross, 61, died in the San Fran­ cisco USPHS Hos­ pital on Aug. 17. Brother Ross joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1964 sailing as a chief cook. HB ^ mKM He sailed 33 years. A native of Lake Placid, N.Y., he was a resident of San Francisco. Surviving are two sons, Donald, and Bernard of Lewis, N.Y.; his mother, Mrs. Edna Gordon of North Grafton, Mass. and a sister, Mrs. Rosamond Footc also of North Grafton. Fred C. Schuler, 55, was found dead of an apparent heart attack at his home in Bristol, Fla. on June 16. Brother Schuler joined the S.IU in the port of Lake Charles, La. in 1957 sailing as an AB. He sailed 26 years. Seafarer Schuler was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Hosford, Fla. Burial was in Mitchem Ceme­ tery, Liberty County, Fla. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob and Nora Schuler of Bristol and a sister, Mrs. Evie S. Robertson, also of Bristol. Pensioner Samuel [ B. Sediff, 72, suci cumbed to pneumo­ nia in the Morehead Memorial Hospital, j Eden, N.C. on July 2. Brother Setliff joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. He sailed 26 years and was on the picketline in the 1962 Robin Line beef and the 1965 District Council 37 strike. Seafarer Setliff was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War I and an auto painter. Born in Newport News, Va., he was a resident of Eden. Interment was in Dan View Cemetery, Eden. Surviving are two sis­ ters, Mrs. Margaret Fargis of Eden and Mrs. Isabelle Massey of Wilmington, N.C. and a stepdaughter, Mrs. Adele Behar of Westport, Conn. Samuel A. Solo­ mon Sr., 58, died of cancer in Jackson Hospital, Montgom­ ery, Ala. on May 2. Brother Solomon joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1952 sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 30 years and attended a Union Educational Confer­ ence at HLSS. A native of Montgomery, he was a resident there. Burial was in County Line Cemetery, Dalleville, Ala. Surviving are his widow, Annie; a son, Samuel; three daughters, Wendy, San­ dra and Mrs. Judith A. Harrison; his mother, Alda and a sister, Mrs. C; E. Brophy of Montgomery, �i Pensioner Frank E. Borst, 65, passed away on Aug. 20. Brother Borst joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of New York sailing deck mainte­ nance and quarter­ master. He also served as deck delegate on several ships. He sailed 35 years and during the Viet­ nam War. Seafarer Borst attended the 1971 Union Educational Conference in Piney Point. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy before World War II. Born in New York City, he was a resident of Jamaica, Queens, N.Y. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Jsabelle Borst of South Ozone Park, Queens, N.Y.; three sis­ ters, Mrs. Eleanor Schreibman of Bellerose, L.I., N.Y., Mrs. Helen Blasso of Bayside, Queens, N.Y. and Mrs. Etliel Stock of Roswcll, N.M. Pensioner William "Chubby" Morris, 70, died of natural causes in the Coney Island Hospital, Brooklyn, N.Y. on July 25. Brother Morris joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing as a firemanwatertender for 15 years. He walked the picketline in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor strike and was on the Sea-Land Shoregang in Port Elizabeth, N.J. from 1966 to 1970. Seafarer Morris also attended the 1968 and 1970 HLSS Pensioner Conferences. A native of New York City, he was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Burial was in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Maspeth, Queens, N.Y. Surviving are his widow, Betty; three sons, Charles, Edwin and Lawrence; a brother, Frank and a sister, both of Savannah, Ga. Charles H. Behrens, 50, drowned off the ST Golden En­ deavor (Westchester Marine) at Stapleton Anchorage, S.I., N.Y. on Aug. 22. Brother Behrens joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1967 sailing as a QMED. He sailed 21 years, during the Vietnam War, with the Miltary Scalift Command and in World War II aboard the destroyer USS Walter X. Young and USS Brooklyn. He also sailed on the aircraft carrier USS Midway and the SS Gen. W. J. Bradley. Seafarer Behrens attended the 1970 Union Educational Conference at Piney Point. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was a resident of Lynbrook, N.Y. Surviving are his wid­ ow, Ruth; his mother, Ethel of Lyn­ brook and a sister, Mrs. Marie Connor. Michael Mohamed N. A. "Mike" Shariff, 41, died in the Luth­ eran Medical Center, Cleveland in July. Brother Shariff joined the SIU in the port of Detroit in 1967 sail­ ing as a wiper, fireman-watertender and gateman for the Reiss Steamship Co. He was born in Yemen and was a U.S. naturalized citi­ zen. Seafarer Shariff was a resident of Detroit. Burial was in Roselawn Park Cemetery, Berkley, Mich. Surviving are his widow, Hayla Jamileh Wassa; a brother, Abdul of Detroit; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ahmed S. Guban of Yemen and a sister-in-law, Rebbeca of Detroit. William R. Finley, 23, died on Aug. 17. Brother Finley joined the SIU in the port of Cleveland in 1977 sailing as a deckhand on the SS McKee Sons (Boland Steamship). He was born in Cali­ fornia and was a resident of Cleveland. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Finley of St. Petersburg, Fla. Pensioner Oren C. Johnston, 71, died of a stroke in the Alpena (Mich.) Gen­ eral Hospital on July 5. Brother John­ ston joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Detroit sailing as a wheelsman and AB for the Huron Cement Co. in 1962 and 1965 and for the American Steam­ ship Co. in 1963 and 1968. He sailed 48 year§. A native of Alpena, he was a resident of Hubbard Lake, Mich. Burial was in Hubbard Lake Cemetery, Al­ pena. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Johnston and a sister, Mrs. H. J. (Alice) M. Beauchamp of Eaton Park, Fla. William A. Litzner, 63, succumbed to cancer at home in Sault Stc. Mane, Mich, on June 23. Brother Litzner joined the SIU in the port of Alpena, Mich, in 1960. He sailed as an OS for 18 years. Laker Litzner also worked for the Lake Superior State College, Brevort, Mich. He was a native of Allenville, Mich. Burial was in the Oakland Chapel Gardens Cemetery, Chippewa, Mich. Surviving is his widow, Ann Marguerite of Moran, Mich. Dominic A. Oliver, 60, died on Aug. 21. Brother Oliver joined the SIU in the port of Cleveland in 1955 sailing as a cook. Laker Oliver was a veteran of the U.S. Air Forces in World War II. He was born in Johnstown, Pa. and was a resident of River Rouge, Mich. Surviv­ ing is a sister, Mrs. Julia Penna of Johnstown. Pensioner Bernard "Whitey" M. Moye, 66, died of a stroke in the West Jefferson General Hospital, Marrero, La. on July 14. Brother Moye joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Mobile sailing as an AB and deck maintenance. He sailed 49 years and was a ship's delegate. Born in Barrington, N.S., Canada, he was a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of Marrero. Burial was in Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, La. Surviving are his widow, Elizabeth Jane; two sons, Joseph and Bernard; a daughter Patricia; his mother, Mrs. Marie McNeil of Wildwood, N.J. and a sister, Erma of Marrero. Pensioner Edward J. Myslinsk;, 72, died of a heart attack on June 30. Brother Myslinski joined the Union in the port of 1 Baltimore in 1956 I sailing as a firemanwatertender and welder for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. A native of Baltimore, he was a resident there. Interment was in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Baltimore. Surviving is his widow, Anna. Thomas C. Boling died in Mobile on July 16. Brother Boling sailed in the steward department. He was a resident of Mobile. Michael "Mike Jaski" Jaskulski, 68, died on July 31. Brother Jaskulski joined the Union in the port of Balti­ more in 1956 sailing as a deckhand for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. He was born in Maryland and was a resident of Balti­ more. Surviving is his widow, Frances. Pensioner Ralph R. Knowles, 74, died of heart failure on July 3. Brother Knowles joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York sailing as a cook for 36 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War I and World War 11. Seafarer Knowles was born in Milo, Me. and was a resi­ dent of Indian Harbor Beach, Fla. Sur­ viving are his widow, Alyce of Milo and a sister, Mrs. Harry (Pearl) A. Willey of Brownville, Me. Pensioner TheoV dore R. Maples, 73, ^ ^ succumbed to pneu^ monia in the Spring* hill Memorial Hospi^ tal. Mobile on Aug. 9. Brother Maples joined the SIU in the ^ ' port of Mobile in 1957 sailing as a fireman-watertcnder. He sailed 25 years. Born in Wilmer, Ala., he was a resident there. Interment was in Joyner Cemetery, Tanner Wil­ liams, Ala. Surviving are a brother, Julius of Crichton, Ala. and two sisters, Mrs. Edna Dunn and Mrs. Dorothy Dunn, both of Wilmer. Roland C. Livernois, 55, died of a heart attack on June 30. Brother Livernois joined the SIU in I 1943 in the port of New York sailing as ' an AB for 27 years. He also sailed during World War II and the Korean War. Sea­ farer Livernois was born in Worcester, Mass. and was a resident of Southbridge, Mass. Surviving is his widow, Ruth. Hizam N. Murshed, 39, died on Aug. 15. Brother Murshed joined the SIU in the port of De­ troit in 1958 sailing as a cook. He was born in Yemen and was a U.S. natural­ ized citizen. Seafarer Murshed was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving are a brother, M. N. Murshed of San Fran­ cisco; a brother-in-law, Mesan Negi of Dearborn, Mich, and two cousins, Mo­ hamed A. Zobadi of San Francisco and Nagi Ali El Matrhi of Baltimore. Pensioner Lambert iMartindale, Sr., 75, succumbed to arterioI scleriosis in New Or­ leans on July 5. Brother Martindale I joined the SIU in 1943 sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 23 years and during the Korean War. Born in Barbados, B.W.I., he was a resident of New Haven, Conn. Crema­ tion took place in St. John's Crematory, New Orleans. Surviving are his widow, Doris; a son, Clayton of New Haven; a daughter, Cecile of the Bronx, N.Y. and a sister, Mrs. Lucy Burton of New Or­ leans. Gillis L. Smith died on July 28. Brother Smith was a resident of Port Huron, Mich. Surviving are an uncle, Henry Bimeson of St. Clair, Mich, and a cousin, Nioma Heath, also of St. Clair. Pensioner Marcel Mitchell, 73, died of arterioscleriosis at home in New York Craig A. Lopiccolo, 21, died on Aug. City on July 21. 27. Brother Lopiccolo joined the SIU Brother Mitchell in the port of Cleveland in 1975 sailing joined the SIU in the as an OS aboard the SS J. A. Kling for port of New Orleans the Boland Steamship Co. from 1975 to W- sailing as a chief 1977, for the American Sand Co. and cook. He sailed for 37 years. Seafarer the Erie Sand Co. Born in Cayahoga, Mitchell was born in St. Martinsville, Ohio, he was a resident of Lakewood, La. Surviving is a son, Marcel of Los Ohio. Surviving is his mother, Mrs. Angeles. Donna O'Reilly of Lakewood. James T. Smith, Wendell Embry, 44, died of a heart 76, passed away on attack in Parsner Creek (Ky.) Hospital Mar. 8. Brother Smith on July 9, 1977. Brother Embry joined joined the SIU in the the Union in the port of Paducah, Ky. port of Baltimore in in 1970 sailing as a deckhand for ACBL, 1957 sailing in the Inland Tugs from 1970 to 1971 and for steward department National Marine Service from 1975 to for 35 years. He also 1976. Burial was in Goldsbury Ceme­ served as a ship's tery, Sias, W. Va. Surviving are his delegate. A native of North Carolina, he widow Mrs. Dotty Gay Adkins of Grifwas a resident of Baltimore. Seafarer fithville, W. Va.; two sons, Duane and Smith was also an auto mechanic. Sur­ Kenneth; four Urtughters, Christine of viving is a sister, Mrs. Bertha L. Todd Louisville, Ky., Doris, Debbie, and of Baltimore. Robin and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilkie and Dcomey Embry. Pensioner William M. Hightower, 74, succumbed to arterioscleriosis in the Pensioner Oland R. Home, Sr., 72, John Sealy Residence, San Antonio, died of a stroke in the Bay Medical Cen­ Tex. on June 26. Brother Hightower ter, Panama City, Fla, on July 24. joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of Brother Home joined the Union in Port New York sailing as a fireman-waterArthur in 1963. He sailed as a chief en­ tender and in the steward department. gineer for the Sabine Towing and Trans­ He sailed 45 years. Born in Georgia, he portation Co. from 1945 to 1963. Boat­ was also a printing pressman. Interment man Home was also a welder at the was in th" Grace Memorial Park Ceme-t Wainwright Shipyard from 1940 to tery, Alta Loma, Tex. Surviving are his 1945. Born in Douglasville, Ga., he was widow, Elizabeth; a son, Herbert Oscar; a resident of Panama City. Interment two daughters, Shirley and Mrs. Ann C. was in Callaway Cemetery, Panama Tracy of San Antonio; his mother. Hat- City. Surviving are his widow, Lillian; tie of Rex, Ga.; a stepsister, Camella a sister, Mrs. May L. Phillips of KirbyNotto of Galveston and a cousin, Kay ville, Tex. and a granddaughter, Mrs. Irwin, also of Galveston. Linda Patterson. September 1977 / LOG / 33 �SEA-LAND FINANCE (Sea-Land Service), July 17—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun James Pulliam; Secretary Benish; Deck Delegate J. Long; Stew­ ard Delegate F. Pappone. No disputed OT. The June issue of the Log was re­ ceived and the chairman urged all crewmembers to read it and pass it along. Shipboard safety was brought up and discussed. Also the importance of do­ nating to SPAD. Report to Log: "Jitney service is needed in the ports of Yoko­ hama, Kobe, and Hong Kong from the ship to the gate." Next port, Seattle. BAYAMON (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 3— •Chairman, Recertified Bosun Calixto Gonzalez; Secretary Jose Ross. No disputed OT. $27 in ship's fund. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Report to the Log: "The ship's chairman held a discussion on the President's Report, Why Is a Merger so Significant?, Wash­ ington Activities, McKinney Amend­ ment, and Prohibit Oil Export." OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), July 17—Chairman, Recer­ tified Bosun J. Colson; Secretary T. Navarre; Educational Director J. Wade. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that the Overseas Chicago picked up four survivors from a sunken commer­ cial fishing boat 65 miles south of Cor­ dova in the Gulf of Alaska 3 a.m. on Friday, July 15, 1977. The survivors were rescued with the ship's lifeboat which went very well. The captain blew abandon ship and all hands responded. Secretary reported that everything is running well. TRANSCOLORADO (Hudson Wa­ terways), July 10—Chairman, Recertilied Bosun Ted Tolentino; Secretary Ceasar F. Blanco; Educational Director John Kirk; Deck Delegate Melvin Keefer; Engine Delegate Luke A. Ciamboli; Steward Delegate John G. Shaw. $4.80 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman advised that the June 16, 1977 pay increase information has been received and is being posted on the board. More information pertaining to the increase will be printed in the Log. Chairman urged all crewmcmbers to slay active in the Union and also dis­ cussed the importance of SPAD. Secre­ tary reported that the SlU benefit ap­ plications are available for the asking. The next port is in Yokosuka, Japan for bunkering only and then back to Port Chicago, Calif. SEA-LAND EXCHANGE (SeaLand Service), July 3—Chairman, Re­ certified Bosun-Perry Greenwood; Sec­ retary E. Heniken; Educational Director G, Renale. $22.10 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman advised all crcwmembers to read the Log to keep up on all the latest events. Also dis­ cussed the importance of SPAD. All communications received were read and posted. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port, Yokohama. OGDEN WILLAMETTE (Ogden Marine), July 17—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun E. K. Bryan; Secretary E. Kelly; Educational Director A. T. Bax­ ter; Deck Delegate B. Anding; Engine Delegate L. Campos; Steward Delegate D. Sessions. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman advised all crewmembers to read the Log and it will answer your questions about retirement. A vote of thanks was given to all de­ partment delegates for their fine work and to the steward department for a job well done. MOUNT EXPLORER (Cove Ship­ ping), July 31—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Peter Garza; Secretary A. Salem; Educational Director Fred Harris; Deck Delegate Fred Schwarz; Engine Dele­ gate E. H. Nordstrom; Steward Dele­ gate C. Hall. No disputed OT. Chair­ man held a discussion on the early normal pension and how it works. Sec­ retary advised all crewmcmbers to read the Log so you can get all the news on what is going on in the Union. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence for our departed brothers. Next port, Texas City. • CONNECTICUT (Ogden Marine), July 3—Chairman, Recertified Bosun H. B. Rains; Secretary Sam Brown; Ed­ ucational Director F. Torres. No dis­ puted OT. Park Dampson, oiler was taken off the ship in Houston ill and had passed away before he got to the medical center. A collection was taken up from the crew and sent to his widow. Report to Log: "Anyone who gets the chance should make at least one trip to Russia via the Dardanelles Straits. Hopeful it will be in the daylight hours. It is a camera buff's delight taking pic­ tures going through the straits in the daylight hours." Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. HUDSON (Mount Shipping), July 17 -Chairman, Recertified Bosun Dave LaFrance; Secretary Robert A. Outlaw; Deck Delegate William F. McKinnon; Steward Delegate Jessie Winfield. $22 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chair­ man reports that there has been a no­ ticeable change in the morale of the crev, since the new captain. Captain Glotfelter has been aboard. He is in­ terested in a happy crew. We offer a vote of confidence. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. 4 Become Assistant Cook In the Lundeberg Schoors galley, a congenial group of Seafarers hold assis­ tant cook endorsements they achieved through the School's Steward Depart­ ment Upgrading Program. They are. from the left; Francisco Ancheta, Julian' Primero, Billy Wilkerson and James Wordsworth. 34 / LOG / September 1977 MASSACHUSETTS (Interocean Mgt.), July 10—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Don Fleming; Secretary A. Has­ san; Educational Director Don E. Leight. No disputed OT. All communi­ cations received were read and posted. Chairman explained about the safety precautions that will be taken for clean­ ing tanks, preparing ship for shipyard in Japan. Also the importance of SPAD. Next port, Sasabu, Japan. MOHAWK (Ogden Marine), July 17 —Chairman, Recertified Bosun J. W. Garner; Secretary W. G. Williams; Deck Delegate W. Simms. Chairman re­ ports that everything is going along fine and all repairs arc being taken care of. Secretary reported that the captain no­ tified everyone concerning company and Coast Guard policy about alcoholic beverages on board ship. Also the im­ portance of SPAD. Educational direc­ tor adviy.d all crcwmembers that there is educational material in the recreation room. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port, Gibraltar. SEA-LAND MARKET (Sea-Land Service), July 3—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun D. Rood; Secretary R. Hutchins; Deck Delegate K. Wright; Engine Delegate E. Liwag; Steward Delegate A. Mohamed. No disputed OT. The chairman held a very interesting discus­ sion on "Turn the Tide" and brought out some good points on why every sea­ man should take part in the fight. He received a majority of support. Ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port, Portsmouth. SEA-LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land Service), July 31—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun L. V. Myrex; Educational Director L. D. Acosta; Secretary L. Nicholas; Deck Delegate B. Jarratt; En­ gine Delegate W. N. Sears; Steward Delegate S. Morris. $105 in movie fund. No disputed OT. Chairman extended a vote of thanks to all delegates for their cooperation for helping to maintain a smooth operation without any major beefs. Expect to dock in New Orleans on Thursday afternoon and asked for all repairs and safety suggestions. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for continuous good food and service. ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), July 24—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Jose Gonzalez; Secretary C. L. White; Educational Director Hubert P. Calloe. $3 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman discussed the importance of donating to SPAD. Also urged all crewmembers to upgrade themselves in the department they like best by going to Piney Point to better their future. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Observed one minute of sUence in memory of our de­ parted brothers. Official ship's minutes were also re ceived from the following vessels: NEW YORK SEA-LAND COMMERCE PENN OVERSEAS ARCTIC TRANSCOLUMBIA MERRIMAC SHOSHONE SEA-LAND PRODUCER ROBERT E. LEE ULTRASEA OVERSEAS JOYCE BRADFORD ISLAND SEATTLE BEAVER STATE OAKLAND ACHILLES ROSE CITY SEA-LAND TRADE OGDEN CHALLENGER HUMACAO ALLEGIANCE GOLDEN MONARCH THOMAS NELSON VIRGO TEX WALTER RICE ZAPATA ROVER BOSTON SEA-LAND GALLOWAY CAROLINA SEA-LAND RESOURCE COLUMBIA BALTIMORE ULTRAMAR MONTICELLO VICTORY OVERSEAS NATALIE THOMAS NELSON FORTHOSKINS COUNCIL GROVE SEA-LAND CONSUMER OVERSEAS TRAVELER JAMES AQUILA CANTIGNY PORTLAND COVE COMMUNICATOR JOHN TYLER ARECIBO POTOMAC SEA-LAND McLEAN ALEX STEPHENS HOUSTON PHILADELPHIA GUAYAMA OVERSEAS ALICE PUERTO RICO TRANSINDIANA AGUADILLA �9 Black Gang Men Taking Marine Electronics Course at HLSS The operation and repair of complex shipboard electrical systems is becom­ ing an increasingly more important part of a black gang member's job. These skills are especially needed in manning the new automated vessels of today's modem American merchant fleet. It's not difficult to acquire these skills, either, because the Lundeberg School regularly offers courses cover­ ing this material. J 1 Right now, a group of nine SIU en­ gine department members are partici­ pating in this six week Lundeberg course, entitled Marine Electrical Main­ tenance. They are SIU members Bob Prentice, Dale Susbilla, Julius Johnson, Eugene Gonzalez, Jean Charles Morris, Richard Adams, Willard Smith, Steve Kues and Roy McCauley. The course material covers electrical power systems and electrical measuring instruments. It includes instruction on the control, operation and maintenance of rotating electrical machinery, con­ trollers and solid state motor control. The course also includes instruction on trouble shooting and repair of the ship's electrical systems. To be eligible for the course, a mem­ ber must hold a QMED-any rating. Besides acquiring new and important skills, those who take'the course arc in­ creasing their own job security. In addi­ tion, by learning this material, they are helping to protect the job jurisdiction of SIU engine department personnel in general. The Lundeberg School will hold two more Marine Electrical Maintenance Courses within the next seven months. Their starting dates are Nov. 14, 1977 and April 10, 1978. Class size is limited to 12. So if you are interested, get your applications in as early as possible. The nine SIU biackgang members participating in the Lundeberg Schoors Marine Electrical Maintenance Course are, seated from the left; Bob Prentice, Dale Susbilla, Julius Johnson and Eugene Gonzalez. Standing from the left are: Jean Charles Morris, Richard Adams, Willard Smith, Steve Kues and Roy McCauley. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these, funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of thc.se contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is: Frank Drozak, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 - 20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIlJ contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard yhip. Know your contract rights, as well as your obliga­ tions, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLK Y —SEAFARERS LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any ar­ ticle serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board ut the Union, i he Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone at­ tempts to require any such payment be made without sup­ plying a receipt, oi if a member is required to make a payment and is given an oflicial receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to headquarters. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHIS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution arc available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All Seafarers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the ccmtracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no .Seafarer may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and natit)nal or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are irsed to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing but not limited to f urthering the political, social and economic interests of .Seafarer seamen, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for .seamen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective oflice. All contributions are vol­ untary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Sea­ farers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, American trade union concepts and Seafarer seamen. If at any time a Seafarer feel.s that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitotional right of aece.ss to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Hall at headquarters by certitied mail, return receipt requested. September 1977 / LOG / 35 �• i*-; t The old-time black gang mem­ bers are the "forgotten men" of the merchant marine. The unsung toilers of the sea were the coal passers, the firemen, the watertenders and the oilers on the tramps, the tugs, and the liners between the period of an all-sail merchant marine and the steam turbine and diesel shipping mer­ chant fleet today. These are the men who literally made the ships go through North Atlantic storms and the killing heat of the tropics, where only the toughest of men could stand the intense heat of the firerooms. This portion of an article from the Seafarers Historical Research Department tells what life was like in the "black gang" on a transAtlantic liner more than 75 years ago. The complete article, called "The Ships Company", originally appeared in Scribner's Magazine for May, 1891. The engine-rooms and stoke-holes of a great steamer are forbidden ground, are lands taboo, save to those specially asked to visit them. Here no inter­ ruptions may enter, for speed is the price of ceaseless vigilance, and horse­ power spells fame and dividends. When you come to measure the region fairly, it broadens into a wonder-land; it shapes itself into a twilight island of mysteries, into a laboratory where grimy alchemists practice black magic and white. At first all seems confusion, but when the brain has co-ordinated certain factors, harmony is wooed from discord and order emerges from chaos. It is in the beginning all noise and tangled mo­ tion, and shining steel and oily smells; then succeeds a vague sense of bars moving up and down, and down and up, with pitiless regularity; or jiggering levers, keeping time rhythmically to any stray patter you may fit to their chant­ ing; and, at last, the interdependence of rod grasping rod, of shooting straight lines seizing curved arms, of links limp­ ing backward and wriggling forward upon queer pivots, dawns upon you, and in the end you marvel at the nicety with which lever, weight, and fulcrum work, opening and closing hidden mechan­ isms, and functioning with an exactness that dignifies the fraction of a second into an appreciable quantity. Cranks whirl and whirl and whirl incessantly, holding in moveless grip the long shaft­ ing turning the churning screws; pumps pulsate and throb with muffled beat; gauge-arms vibrate jerkingly about nar­ row arcs, setting their standards of per­ formance; and everywhere, if your ear 36 / LOG / September 1977 be trained to this mechanical music, to this symphony in steam and steel, you see the officers and greasers conducting harmoniously the smoothly moving parts, as soothed with oil and caressed with waste they work without jar or friction, and despite the gales to:^sing the ship like a jolly-boat, on the angry ocean. It is a magic domain, and one may well wonder at the genius which, piling precedent upon precedent, chains these forces and makes them labor, even on an unstable platform, as their masters will. In the stoke-hole, however, one leaves behind the formal and mathematical, and sees the picturesque with all its dirt unvarnished, with all its din and clangor unsubdued. Under the splintering sil­ ver of the electric lamps cones of light illuminate great spaces garishly and leave others in unbroken masses of shadow. Through bulkhead doors the red and gold of the furnaces chequer the reeking floor, and the tremulous roar of the caged fires dominates the sibilant splutter of the steam. Figures nearly naked, gritty and black with coal, and pasty with ashes, and soaked with sweat, come and go in the blazing light and in the half gloom, and seem like nightmares from fantastic tales of demonology. When the furnace-doors are opened, thirsty tongues of fire gush out, blue spirals of gas spin and reel over the bubbling mass of fuel, and great sheets of flame suck half-burnt carbon over the quivering fire wall into the flues. With averted heads and smoking bodies the stokers shoot their slice-bars through the melting hillocks, and twist and turn thenx until they undulate like serpents. The iron tools blister their hands, the roaring furnaces sear their bodies; their chests heave like those of spent swim­ mers, their eyes tingle in parched sock­ ets—but work they must, there is no escape, no holiday in this maddening limbo. Steam must be kept up, or per­ haps a cruel record must be lowered. Facing the furnaces, the hollow upscooping of the stoker's shovel echoes stridently on the iron floor, and these speedmakers pile coal on coal until the fire fairly riots, and, half blinded, they stagger backward for a cooling respite. But it is only a moment at the best, for their taskmasters watch and drive them, and the tale of furnaces must do its stint. The noise and uproar are deafening; coal-triniincrs trundle their barrows un­ ceasingly from bunker to stoke-hole, or, if the ship's motion be too great for the wheels, carry it in baskets, and during the four long hours there is no rest for those who labor here. In the largest ships the engineer force numbers one hundred and seventy men, and in vessels with double engines these are divided into two crews with a double allowance of officers for duty. One en­ gineer keeps a watch in each fire-room, and two are stationed on each engineroom platform. Watches depend upon the weather, but, as a rule, the force, of­ ficers and men, serves four out of every twelve hours. Should, however, the weather be foggy or the navigation haz­ ardous, the service may be more oner­ ous; for then officers stand at the throt­ tles with preemptory orders to do no other work. In relieving each other great care is taken; those going on the plat­ forms feeling the warmth of the bear­ ings, examining the condition of the pins and shafting, testing the valves, locating the position of the throttles, counting the revolutions, and by every technical trial satisfying themselves before rssuming charge that all is right. In the stoke­ hole the same precautions are taken, the sufficiency and saturation of the water, the temperature of the feed, injection, and discharge, and the steam-pressure being verified independently by both officers. The pay of the chief engineer is said to be about £30 per month, in addition to a commission upon the saving made in a fixed allowance of coal for a given horse-power and an assumed speed. As some ships are economical, this reaches at times a handsome bonus. And it is well this pay should be large, for many of these officers have given their best days to one employ and deserve much of it in every way. It is said that some of the old chiefs are the greatest travel­ lers in the world, so far as miles covered may count. Here, for example, is one who has made in one line 132 round trips, or traversed 841,000 shore miles —a distance four times that between the earth and the moon; and still higher is the record of another, who completed before his retirement 154 round trips, or made in distance over one million of statute miles. The messes of the crew are divided into three classes: First, that of the seamen, quartermaster, carpenter, etc.; secondly, that of lamp-trimmers and servants and miscellaneous people; and thirdly, that of the stokers, greasers, and trimmers. The seamen sleep and mess in the forecastle, the stewards in the glory hole, and the engineer force in the port forecastle, or, on board the new ships, in an apartment just forward of the stoke-hole. In all these quarters the mess-tables trice up to the under side of the upper deck, and the bunks are two or three tiers deep. As a rule the men provide their own bedding and table-gear, the company agreeing to give good food in plenty, but nothing more. This seems shabby, even if in these degenerate days we need not hope to find a ship's husband like Sir Francis Drake, who not only '^procured a com­ plete set of silver for the table, and fur­ nished the cook-room with many vessels of the same metal, but engaged several musicians to accompany them." I am afraid the only music you will hear in these dreary quarters is the shout when the "snipes," as my lieges the stokers call the coal-trimmers, rush in at eight in the evening with the high feast known as the black pen. This olia podrida consists of the remains of the saloon dinner, and is always saved for the watch by the cooks and bakers in pay­ ment for the coal hoisted for the kitch­ ens and galleys. It is a gruesome feast, as one may well imagine, but it is the supreme luxury in the sea life of the stoker and his pals, and is enjoyed point, blade, and hilt. Thrown together as the people are for a run only, you find iittie of the messmate kinship which is so strong in longer voyages among seafaring men. Should any one of them become unfit for work through sickness (and very ill he must be when the doctor excuses him from dutv> his mates, the one he should hutc .eiieved and the other who would have relieved him, each stand two hours of his watch. But as the attendant abuse is great, and the curses are loud and deep and bitterly personal, no one, save a very hard case, will leave his work as long as he can stand up to it. As for kindness and usefulness, or any other saving grace, they are unknown; are, in the grim pessimism of this iron trade, never expected. It is a hard, hard life measured by decent standards, and, messieurs, when you stray below, and, as tradition demands, they "chalk you" —ring you about with the mystic circle which means drink-money—be sure the ransom is not niggard, be certain that with it you lend them from your brighter world the sunshine of a cheery greeting, the tonic of a friendly smile. For, God help them, they need it always. �Victor De Jesus Seafarer Victor De Jesus, 25, sails as an AB with the SIU. He obtained that endorsement at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He ^ in g from the School's Trainee Program. He also has his firefighting and lifeboat ticket. Bro­ ther De Jesus was born in New York City and raised in Brooklyn where he makes his home. He ships on* from the port of New York. Darrell Camp Seafarer Darrell Camp, 24, started shipping with the SIU in 1974 after graduating from the Lundeberg School. He sails in the en­ gine department. This year he got his FOWT endorse­ ment at the School and took the basic welding course. He also has the firefighting and lifeboat endorsement and the cardio-pulmonary resuscitation card. A native and resident of Pensacola, Fla., Brother Camp ships out of all Gulf Coast ports. Charles Allen Seafarer Charles Allen, 24, shipped out as an ordinary seaman after com­ pleting the Lunde­ berg School Trainee Program in 1975. Now he sails as an AB. Brother Allen earned his cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation card during the "A" Seniority Program and has a firefighting and lifeboat ticket. Born in Columbus, Ohio, he was raised in Flor­ ida and now lives in Baton Rouge, La. Seafarer Allen ships from the port of New Orleans. John Rountree Seafarer John Rountree, 23, grad­ uated from the Harry Lundeberg School in 1974 and then shipped out with the SIU. A member of the deck department, he is an AB and also holds firefighting and lifeboat endorse­ ments. During the "A" Seniority pro­ gram, he earned his cardio-pulmonary resuscitation card. Brother Rountree is a native and resident of Portsmouth,Va. and ships out of the port of Norfolk. Jose Ferreira Seafarer Jose Ferreira, 37, started sailing with the SIU in 1971 as an oilermaintenance. In 1976 he went to the Harry Lundeberg School and com­ pleted the courses for QMED, lifeboat and firefighting. During the "A" Senior­ ity. Course he got his cardio-pulmonary resuscitation card. Brother Ferreira was born in.Valencia, Spain.: He now Jives in West New York, N.J. and ships from the port of New York. Jean Charles Morris Seafarer Jean Morris, 34, a mem­ ber of the black gang, ships out as a QMED. He started his scaling career with the SIU after W, graduating from the A ndrew Furuseth Training School in New York City in 1965. At the Lunde­ berg School in Piney Point, he earned his firefighting and lifeboat ticket in 1972, his QMED endorsement in 1973, and his cardio-pulmonary resuscitation card in 1977. Brother Morris was born and raised in Lincoln Park, Mich. He lives in San Francisco, and ships from that port. I I I I I Larry M. Clement Seafarer Larry Clement, 19, grad­ uated from the Lundeberg School I in 1975 then went to sea with the SIU. His chosen depart­ ment is the engine room. This year he returned to the School for the FOWT endorsement and then the basic welding course. While taking the welding class he helped out as an assistant instructor for FOWT students. He has his firefighting, lifeboat and cardio-pulmonary resucitation en­ dorsements. Brother Clement is a native and resident of New Orleans and ships out of that port. New Full Book *A' Seniority Upgraders I I I I I li Isidore Henry Seafarer Isidore Henry, 26, has been shipping out with the SIU ever since completing the Trainee Program at the Harry Lunde­ berg School in 1969. He returned to the school in 1976 for his FOWT endorsement. Dur­ ing the "A" Seniority course, he re­ ceived his firefighting certificate and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation card. He also has a lifeboat ticket. A native of Louisiana, Brother Henry lives in New Orleans and ships out of that port. Robert Sickels Seafarer Robert Sickels, 26, gradu­ ated from the Harry Lundeberg "School in 1969. Since then, he has been sailing with the SIU in the deck department as an Ordinary Sea­ man. Before taking the "A" Seniority Course, he upgraded to AB at Piney Point. He also has his firefighting, lifeboat and cardio-pul­ monary resuscitation cards. Brother Sickels is a native and resident of Sac­ ramento, Calif, and sails from the port of San Francisco. Jeffrey Davis Seafarer Jeffrey Davis, 23, has been shipping with the SIU ever since he graduated from the Trainee Program at the Lundeberg School in 1975. This year, before taking the "A" Sen­ iority Course, he upgraded at Piney Point to AB and took the basic welding class. He has his cardio-pulmonary re­ suscitation card, and the firefighting and lifeboat tickets. He was born in WijkesBarre, Pa., raised in Pennsylvania, Jer­ sey, and Florida and now lives in Cherry Hill, N.J. He ships from the port of Philadelphia. Mark C^iven Seafarer Mark Given, 18, has been sailing with the SIU since 1975. A grad­ uate of the trainee program at the Harry Lundeberg School, Brother Given also up­ graded to FOWT at the School before attending the "A" Seniority Program. He holds the fire­ fighting and lifeboat endorsements and successfully completed the cardio-pul­ monary resuscitation course. Born in San Diego, Calif. Brother Given was raised and lives in New Orleans, and ships from that port. Rick Stewart Seafarer Rick Stewart, 22, is a 1973 graduate of the Harry Lunde­ berg School. He sails as a member of the black gang and got his FOWT endorsement at the school in 1975. Re­ cently, he obtained his firefighting cer­ tificate and completed the cardio-pul­ monary resuscitation course. He has a lifeboat endorsement as well. Brother Stewart was born and raised in Long Beach, Calif, and lives in Redondo Beach. He ships out of Gulf Coast and West Coast ports. Joseph Barry Seafarer Joseph Barry, 21, a mem­ ber of the engine department, gradu­ ated from the Lundeberg School Trainee Program in 1975. He recently went back to the school and obtained his FOWT endorsement. In addition, he has earned the firefighting and lifeboat tickets, and the cardio-pulmonary re­ suscitation card. Born and raised in Daytona Beach, Fla.. Brother Barry lives in Jacksonville, Fla. and ships out of that port. DEEP SEA Rainey George Tate Seafarer Rainey - Tate, 37, has been sailing in the stewtifd department with the SIU since 1966 when he ship­ ped out of San Francisco as a messman. This past year he went to the Harry Lundeberg School for some up­ grading courses and came away with his firefighting, lifeboat, and chief cook endorsements. He now has a cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation card as well. A native of Alabama, Brother Tate was raised in Mobile and still lives there and ships out of that port. Raymond Grace Seafarer Ray­ mond Grace, 25, a member of the deck department, re­ cently upgraded to AB at the Lunde­ berg School. He started sailing with the SIU in 1975 after completing the HLSS Trainee Program. He holds a firefighting and lifeboat endorsement. Brother Grace was born and raised in Los Angeles, and now makes his home in Glendale, Calif, with his wife Su.san. He ships out of the port of Wilmington. Jim Gihnartin Seafarer Jim Gilmartin, 25, first went to sea after graduating from the HLSS Trainee Pro­ gram in 1971. He went back to Piney Point earlier this year to upgrade to AB. He also has the firefighting and lifeboat tickets and the cardio-pulmonary resuscitation card. Brother Gilmartin was born in New York City and raised in Broad Chan­ nel, Queens, N.Y. where he makes his home. He .^hips out of the port of New York. Michael Fester Seafarer Michael Fester, 24, went to sea with the SIU in 1975 after graduat­ ing from the Lunde­ berg School. A member of the blackgang, he up­ graded to FOWT in 1977 at Piney Point. He obtained his firefighting and lifeboat ticket at the School, and completed the cardio-pulmonary resuscitation course as well. Brother Fester was born in Kearney, Neb. and raised in White Sal­ mon, Wa.sh. where he now lives. He .ships from the port of Seattle. David C. Shaw Seafarer David Shaw, 23, .started sailing in the engine department after completing the Lundeberg School Trainee Program in 1973. In 1976 he upgraded to FOWT at the School. Bro­ ther Shaw also, has a firefighting. life­ boat, and cardio-pulmonary resuscita­ tion card. Born and raised in A labama, he now lives in Easton, Md. Seafarer Shaw ships out of the port of Hou.ston. September 1977 / LOG / 37 �MOri Bmumi imimt 3112 Have llonateil $HNI Alore To SI'AII Siiiee Bejiiniiiiiji of '77 The following Seafarers and other concerned individuals, 502 in all, have demonstrated an active interest in participating in political and legislative activities which are vital to both our job security and our social and economic welfare, by voluntarily donating $100 or more to the Seafarers Political Activities Donation (SPAD) fund since the beginning of 1977. (The law prohibits the use of any union money, such as dues, initiation fees, etc., for political activities. Th^ most effective way the trade unionist can take part in politics is through voluntary political contributions. SPAD is the union's separate segregated political fund. It solicits and accepts only voluntary contributions. It engages in political activities and makes contributions to candidates. A member may voluntarily contribute as he sees fit or make no contribution without fear of reprisal.) Seventeen who have realized how important it is to let the SIU's voice be heard in the Halls of Congress have contributed $200, five have contributed $300, one has given $400, and two $600. For the rest of the year the LOG will be running the SPAD honor rolls because the Union feels that in the upcoming months our political role must be maintained if the livelihoods of Seafarers are to be protected. (A copy of our report is filed with the Federal Election Commission and is available for purchase from the Federal Election Commission, Washington, D.C.) NOTE: Each month's SPAD Honor Roll contains the names of those individuals who have given $100 or more as of the last Friday of the previous month. Abadi,H. Anderson, A. Cisiecki, J. Calefato, W. Abobaker, F. Anderson, A. Clark, R. Callahan, J. Adams, P. Anderson, R. Camarillo, F. Cofone, W. Adams, W. Bariy, J. Bentz,H. Antici, M. Botana, J. Browne, G. Campbell, A. Conklin, K. Adamson, R. R. Aquiar, J. Bartlett, J. Bergeria, J. Boudreaux, C. Bryan, E. Campbell, A. Conning, E. Adlum, M. Aquino, G. Bartlett, J. Berglond, B. Bourgois, M. Bryant, B. Campbell, A. Conway, F. Air, R. N. Arle, J. Bartlinski, J. Berlin, R. Boyle, D. Bucci, P. Campbell, A. Cortez, E. Algina, J. Aspseter, H. Bauer, C. Bishop, S. Boyne, D. Buczynski, J. Campbell, W. Costa, F. AIi,A. Aumiller, R. Baum, A. Bland, W. Bradley, E. Bullock, R. Carbone, V. Cosfango, G. AUen,J. Beeching, M. Avery, R. Bluitt, J. Brongh, E. Burke, T. Cavanaugh, 3. Cousins, W. Alhaj, Y. Bellinger, W. Badgett, J. Bobalek, W. Brown, G. Burnette, P. Cclgina, J. Cowan, T. Almuflichi, A. Bakarich, P. Bennett, J. Boland, J. Brown, I. Caffey, J. Cheshire, J. Cresci, M. Anders, T. Barroga, A. Benoit, C. Bonser, L. Brown, S. Caga, L. Cinquemano, A. Cross, M. SPAD Honor Roll Transcolumbia Committee The Ship's Committee and some of the crew of the ST Transcolumbia (Hudson Waterways) pose for a group photo recently at a payoff at the Military Ocean Terminal in Bayonne, N.J. They are (rear I. to r.): Steward Delegate P. Saquilayan; Deck Delegate Bob Garcia; Recertified Bosun James W. Cheshire, ship's chairman; Engine Delegate Ken Bowman and, Chief Steward Henry Donnally, secretary-reporter. In front are (I. to r.): crewmembers Mich&el J. Cresci, Rufino Galderon, Sam Solomon Jr., and Tommy Danbeck. 38 / LOG / September 1977 �0^ Cruz, A. Goldberg, J. Lennon, J. Prevas, P. Cruz,F. Golder, J. Lesnansky, A. Price, R. Cunnin^am, W. Gooding, H. Primero, F. Lewis, L. Curry, M. Goodspeed, J. Prirette, W. Libby,H. Gorbea, R. Da Silva, M. Prott,T. LUes, T. Gosse, F. Dalman, G. Pulliam, J. Lindsey, H. Dammeyer, C. Graham, E. Purgvee, A. Logue, J. Graham, R. Danzey, T. Quinnonez, R. Loleas, P. Darden, J. Green, A. Quinones, J. Lomas, A. Dauocol, F. Greene, H. Lombardo, J. Quintella, J. Grepo, P. Davidson, W. Quirk, J. Lundberg, J. Davies, R. Grima, V. Lynch, C. Raineri, F. Gnarino, L. Davis, J. Lyness, J. Rankin, J. Guillen, A. Davis, J. Magruder, W. Rattray, W. Hagerty, C. Davis, S. Maldonado, M. Reck, L. Haggagi, A. Debarrios, M. Malesskey, G. Reed, A. Hall, K. Manafe, D. Dechanip, A. Reinosa, J. Hall, L. Manen, J. Delgado, J. Reiter, J. Hall, M. Manry, L. Delrio, J. Reyes, M. Hall,W. Mansoob, A. Demefrios, J. Rhoades, G. Marchaj, R. Hannibal, R. Richburg, J. Dembach, J. HarUdstad,V. Martin, T. Riddle, D. Diaz, R. Hart, R. Ries, C. Dickey, K. Martinez, L. Harris, E. Martinussen, C. Ripoll, G. Diercks, J. Harris, W. McCarthy, L. Roades, O. Digiorgio, J. Harris, W. Doak,W. McCartney, G. Roberts, C. Haskins, A. McCaskey, E. Roberts, H. Dolgen,D. Hatton, M. Douienico, J. McClinton, J. Roberts, J. Robinson, W. Hauf,M. Domingo, G. McElroy, E. Rodgers, J. Haynes, B. Donovan, P. McKay, D. Heimal, W. McMahon, T. Rodriguez, F. Downon, P. Drebin, L. McNabb,J. Heniken, E. Rodriguez, R. Rondo, C. Drozak, P. McNally, M. Heroux, A. Rosenthal, M. Drury, C. McNeely, J. Hersey, G. Dryden, J. Roshid, M. Mehert, R. Hess, R. Mesford, H. Roubek, J. Ducote, A. HiU,G. Mielsem, K. Roy, B. Holmes, W. Ducote, C. MoUard, C. Royal, F. Dudley, K. Homas, D. Rudnicki, A. Homayonpour, M. Mongelli, F. Dwyer, J. Dyer, A. Rush, R. Hooker, G. Mooney, E. Edmon, F. Ruzyski, S. Morgan, J. Horn, F. Edmonds, F. Sacco, J. Howse, A. Morris, W. Ellis, F. Sacco, M. Morrison, J. Hunter, W. Mortensen, O. Saeed, S. Hussain, A. Eschiikor, W. Salanon, G. Mosley, W. lovino, L. Evans, M. Muniz, W. Salazar, H. Fagan, W. Jacobs, R. Munsie, Falcon, A. Saleh, H. J. Jackson, J. Fanning, R. Murray, G. Jansson, S. San Fillippo, J. Murray, J. Famen, F. Sanchez, M. Japper, J. Farrell, C. Santos, M. Murray, M. Johnson, D. Schov, T. Faust, J. Johnson, R. Murray, R. Schuffels, P. Musaid, A. Fay, J. Johnson, R. Fergus, S. Seabron, S. Jobnsted, R., Jr. Mynes, A. Seagord, E. Myrex, L. Fester, M. Jones, C. Fgrshee, R. Selzer, R. Nagib, S. Jones, R. Selzer, S. Naji, A. Firsbing, W. Jones, T. Shabian, A. Fiscber, H. Napoli, F. Jones, W. Shelton, J. Nash, W. Fiune, V. Jorge, J. Sholar, E. Nauarre, T. Fletcher, B. Kastina, T. Sigler, M. Nelfe,J. Florous, C. Kaulfman, R. Silva, M. Nielsen, R. Foley, P. KeUer,D. O'Donnell, J. Siiiipson, S. Forgeron, L. Kendricks, D. Sirignano, F. Keough, J. 01ds,T. Fosberg, W. Smith, L. Olson, F. Kerngood, M. Fox, P. Smith, T. Omar, Y. Frances, H. Kerr, R. SiieiS, F. Pachcco, E. Kcichbad, D. Firani'o, P. Snyder, J. Paladino, F. Kingsley, J. Francum, C. Somerville, G. Papuchis, S. Kirscb, J. Frank, S., Jr. Soresi, T. Paradise, L. Frederickson, E. Kizzire, C. Spencer, G. Paschal, R. Fuller, G. Klavand, S. Patterson, D. Spencer, H. Furr, J. Klein, A. Stancaugr, R. Patton, S. Furukawa, H. Knutsen, E. Stankiewicz, A. Gallagher, C. Koflowitch, W. Paulovich, J. Stearns, B. Pecquex, F. Gallagher, L. Kouvardas, J. Stevens, W. Perez, J., Galliam, R. Kozicki, R. Stubblefield,P. Periora, J. Gantbier, C. Kramer, M. Sulaiman, A. Peth, C. Garcia, R. Kwiatek, G. Picczonetti, M. Sullins, F. Gard, C. Kydd,D. Surrick, R. Piper, K. Lambert, H. Gardner, E. Swiderski, J. Pollard, G. Gaston, T. Lankford, J. Tanner, C. Pool, D. Gavin, J. Larkin, J. Taylor, F. Porter, B. Gentile, C. Lawrence, L. Taylor, J. Praza, L. Gimbeii,R. Lawrence, W. Telegadas, G. Prentice, R. Glidewell, T. Lee,K. Terpe, K. Pretare, G. Lelonek, L. Golf,W. Tbeiss, R. Thompson, F. TUlman,W. Tobin, G. Tobio, J. Towsigmart, A. Troy, S. Truenski, C. Tsminrx, L. Turner, B. Turner, L. Tuttle,M. Underwood, G. Vasquez, J. Velandra, D. Velez,R. VUes, J. Vukmir, G. Walker, T. Washington, E. Webb, J. Weber, J. West, D. Westbrook, A. L. Westerholm, G. Whitmer, A. Whitsitt, M. Widman, J. WUbum, R. Williams, L. Williams, R. WiUiams, S. Wilson, C. Wilson, J. Winder, R. Wingfield,P. Wol^P. Woodhouse, A. Woody, J. Woriey, M. Worster, R. Yarmola, J. Yelland,B. Young, R. Zeagler, S. - SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION (SPAD) 675 FOURTH AVENUE BROOKLYN, N.Y. 11232 S.S. No. Date. Contributor's Name . .Book No. Address City .State, _Zip Code I acknowledge and understand ttiat SPAD is a separate segregated fund establistied and administered by my Union to engage in political activities and to make contributions and expenditures for candidates seeking political office and solicits and accepts only voluntary contributions, and I have the right to refuse to make any contribution without fear of reprisal. I may contribute such amount as I may volun­ tarily determine and I herewith contribute the sum of $ . This contribution constitutes my voluntary act and I am to to receive a copy of this receipt showing the amount of my contribution. A copy of SPAD's report is filed with the Federal Election Commission and is available for purchase from the Federal Election Commission. Washington, D.C. Signature of Solicitor Solicitor's No. 1977 $400 Honor Roll $600 Honor Roll Lm(;dahl,H. Port Poiuerlane, R. Manuel, R. $300 Honor Roll Curtis, T. Quinter, J. Richardson, J. Romolo, V. Weaver, A. $200 Honor Roll Abas, 1. Aronica, A. Bailey, J. Bernstein, A. Brand, H. Combs, W. Drozak, F. Ellis, P. Frounfelter, D. Hall, P. McFarland, D. Moore, A. Stephens, C. Pow, J. Seibel, E. Stewart, E. Shields, J. Golden Endeavor Committee Chief Steward H. 0. McCurdy (left), secretary-reporter of the ST Golden Endeavor (Westchester Marine) and Recertified Bosun Juan Vega (center), ship's chairman, talk with SID Representative Luigi lovino (seated right). Others of the Ship's Committee are QMED William "Flattop" Koflowitch (2nd left) engine delegate and Steward Delegate Charles Hall. The vessel paid off last month at Stapleton Anchorage off Staten Island, N.Y. September 1977 / LOG / 39 �'•: •'(. , •f.'-. • • -, ' ;£ .'?>?^V-.^'',v' ' •".,* The boat R. B. Claytor is docked in the port of Norfolk. Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union • Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District AFLcio SEPTEMBER 1977 Tying the line on the Claytor is Boatman Joseph Surwilla deckhand. Port of Norfolk—Busy Area for SiU Boatmen Captain James Forrest of the Teal (Al­ lied) takes a break in the galley. jpfnl ^jphere are over 70 vessels that operate in or around the Nor­ folk area or regularly call at this important maritime port. Aboard the tugs of Allied or Curtis Bay or McAllister, Boat­ men perform the vital task of keeping ships and their cargoes freely moving in and out of the Chesapeake Bay area. These tugs dock the ships that come calling at the port of Nor­ folk and they also push the barges carrying oil and other necessary bulk cargoes in and out of this area. Norfolk and the entire Chesa­ peake Bay area has always been a good place for marine workers to earn a living and SIU members are doing their share to see that it stays that way. If cargo keeps growing in the years to come, SIU members will find an increasing number of jobs opening up on these boats. Brothers Joe Williams (I.),deckhand and Charles Ruperti, mate on the/sabe/A. (McAllister), are working together to splice an eye in the line. Sitting on the stern is the new SIU crew of the Sharon B (Allied). The five new Boatmen are (I. to r.): Paul Keane, relief captain; Lloyd Sutton, cook and deck­ hand; Tom Ranken. chief engineer; Lonnie Warren, AB, and Don West, mate. m George Menge (I.), port engineer for McAllister, and Boatman John Keech, engineer, join forces to repair an air valve on the Frances K. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1977 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES TUG GEARY PUSHES FIRST PART OF WORLD’S LARGEST OIL RIG OIL BIGS ALL OUT TO STOP CARGO PREFERENCE SCHULMAN IS ELECTED BAR ASSN. UNIT HEAD SIU REPS SPEAK AT MARAD FIREFIGHTING HEARINGS SIU SHIPS TAKE ACTIVE ROLE IN ALASKA OIL RUN COAST GUARD’S RECORD OF NON-COOPERATION INTACT CARTER OKS CANADA-NOT ALASKA-GAS PIPELINE SIU ACTS TO BLOCK FOREIGN FLAGS ON ALASKA OIL RUN UNIONS, BUILDERS PUSH FOR U.S.-MADE GEAR IN OFFSHORE DRILLING SEWELL’S POINT IS NEW SIU-CONTRACTED TUGBOAT JACKSONVILLE’S AGENT ‘RED’ MORRIS RETIRES 21 SEAFARERS PREPARING FOR FUTURE THRU LNG PROGRAM AT HLSS GALVESTON USPHS HOSPITAL MAY MOVE TO NEW HOME IN OCTOBER WATERWAYS BILL ON FUEL TAX IN CONGRESS CARGO EQUITY BILL FACES TOUGH FIGHT IN CONGRESS SIU FIGHTS VIRGIN ISLANDS OIL LOOPHOLE HERE’S WHATS HAPPENING IN CONGRESS FISHERMAN, CANNERY WORKERS NIX SALE OF CATCH TO FOREIGNERS LOG WINS FIRST PRIZE FOR EDITORIALS AND HALL COLUMNS OVERSEAS NEW YORK DUE FOR ALASKA RUN SACCO, TROY NAMED HDQS. REPS. 7 PORT AGENTS PICKED SAFETY SUGGESTIONS GIVEN AFTER MISS. R. COLLISION HOUSE APPROVES $2.65 HOUR MINIMUM WAGE BILL WATERMAN-MARAD HUDDLE ON SUBSIDIES FOR FAR EAST RUNS 11 BOATMEN STUDYING FOR FIRST CLASS PILOT’S LICENSES THE JONES ACT MOST IMPORTANT MARITIME LAW ON BOOKS ANNUAL PHYSICAL COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE WILLIAM CAMACHO WENT FROM FACTORY WORKER TO CHIEF ENGINEER 1ST ANNUAL LIVING SOBER REUNION HEARS OF RECOVERIES OXYGEN ON SHIPS COULD SAVE LIVES TWO SIU BOATS JOIN FORCES ON ALA. R. SIU-CREWED AQUARIUS, MANHATTAN DOCK IN JAPAN OIL BIGS ALL OUT TO STOP CARGO PREFERENCE WHAT ARE THE FACTS BEHIND THE COST OF OIL CARGO EQUITY LEGISLATION? 9.5 PERCENT OIL CARGO PREFERENCE: JOBS FOR AMERICANS, SAFER WATERS 9 BLACK GANG MEN TAKING MARINE ELECTRONICS COURSE AT HLSS PORT OF NORFOLK-BUSY AREA FOR SIU BOATMEN Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1977 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 39, No, 9 1977 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/bc7868e2eaea6cc9cf4cb145bf11f4a0.PDF 0904ad258dcb5ec138531a2f4b19d15a PDF Text Text i . -I Official^ublicati^^ International Union • Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District • AFL-CIO SEPTEMBER 1978 Elizabeth Smith Joins SiU inland Fleet rm m Forge New lOT Pact Paves Way For Industry Wide Programfor Advcincements NMC for Boatmen X • See Page 2 ;•;"; '• ^ " See Page 3 • • •'"••' a- '', • Carter Signs OCS Bill Into Law See Page 3 » h , �Labor, Management Forge New Program for NMC Washington, D.C.—In its first public meeting since weathering a Congres­ sional attack, the National Maritime Council (NMC) put forth a strong showing of support from labor and management and received the promise of continued backing from government by a top Administration official. Close to 400 representatives from all segments of the U.S. maritime in­ dustry attended the NMC meeting here on Sept. 8, 1978. The guest speaker was Ambassador Robert S. Strauss, the president's special representative on international trade and counselor on inflation. The gathering was held in the wake of the recent withdrawal of the U.S. Mari­ time Administration from the NMC. Previously, the organization had func­ tioned as a cooperative effort of labor, management and government to pro­ mote the U.S. merchant marine. Despite Marad's withdrawal, which was the result of the Congressional attack, NMC Chairman James R. Barker pledged a stepped up campaign of U.S. flag ship marketing, communi­ cations and labor-management co­ operation. Moreover, Ambassador Strauss stressed that although Marad is no longer a formal partner in the NMC, "we're going to have to learn to get cooperation with both business and labor in conjunction with government to make the system work. We have to get the whole pie in the oven, not just two-thirds," he said. Strauss pointed out that there are negative but also positive aspects of the NMC working without direct participa­ tion by a government agency. "You are now freer to do more in promotion with­ out the restrictions imposed by govern­ ment involvement, while enjoying the friendly support and empathy which this Administration does have for the maritime industry," he said. Strauss cited the country's need for a "strong export program and a strong Trade Act, which would involve a larger use of U.S.-flag ships." He urged a stronger U.S. merchant marine, but did not talk at length about the overall need for that goal to his audience of maritime supporters. "1 preach, but not to the choir," he quipped. NMC Chairman Barker was directly critical of the Congressional attack on SlUNAto Hold 18th Convention Oct. 16-19 The Seafarers International Union of North America will hold its 18th Triennial Convention Oct. 16-19, 1978 in Washington, D.C. Several hundred delegates from the SIUNA's 28 affiliated unions, represent­ ing nearly 100,000 workers, will gather at the convention to discuss problems and progress within their organizations over the past three years and to set goals for the next three. SIUNA President Paul Hall will chair the convention proceedings, which will include a number of addresses from prominent people in government and labor. A number of workshops covering legislation and other items of impor­ tance to the maritime worker will also he presented for convention delegates. A complete rundown on the conven­ tion will be carried in the October issue of the Log. =) Paul Hall ^©[p)(o)Fft Getting Tougher All The Time Working successfully in the political battleground has never been an easy job. Anything we have ever achieved politically has been an uphill struggle. Nothing has come without a knock-down, drag-out fight. And, for a number of reasons, the job of political action is not about to get any easier. One of the reasons is that there are so many new politicians coming onto the scene with each new election. Most of these new politicians have never seen a merchant ship much less understand the complicated problems facing the maritime industry and the 200,000 workers that make their livings in it. Also, these new politicians are replacing a lot of old line members of Congress, many of whom were veterans of World War II or the Korean War and understood the necessity of a strong U.S. flag fleet to our national security. You can be sure that after November's election, in which all 435 seats of the House of Representatives and one third of the Senate seats are up for grabs, there will be many more new faces around Washington come January 1. All of these things—including changing faces, attitudes and ideas on the political front—create new problems and new challenges for us in a political sense. At the same time, these things make it more and more difficult for us to work effectively in the political arena. This is a very serious problem because there is no doubt in my mind that the future of our organization depends heavily on our ability to take effective political action on a broad range of issues concerning the maritime industry. The cou.'-se, is that we have to dig in a little deeper, work a Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. Vol. 40, No. 2 / LOG / September 1978 SlU President Paul Hall, right,confers with U.S. Special Trade Representative Robert Strauss at a luncheon in Washington this month sponsored by the National Maritime Council. Ambassador Strauss, who was the featured speaker, reiterated the Administration's commitment to building and maintaining a strong U.S. merchant marine. In background is Jesse Calhoon, president of National MEBA. Marad and the NMC. which led to their raised and innuendos made precisely at split. Unsubstantiated charges that Marad played an improper role within the NMC were made at hearings held in July by the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Consumer and Monetary Affairs. (See August Log, page 3.) "Some seem to believe that govern­ ment cooperation with business is some­ how unwholesome, that the two should be adversaries. It's as if they were saying that government, a creature of the people, should now turn on its creator in the manner of a latter-day Franken­ stein's monster," Barker said. He also suggested that the attack seemed to be timed to create a road­ block against recent maritime advances. "We find it interesting that for seven years, the constructive relationship between the Maritime Administration and the National Maritime Council was unquestioned -and that questions were the time that the NMC had made im­ portant gains in strengthening the U.S. flag shipping industry and in informing millions of Americans of the vital im­ portance of maintaining a strong merchant fleet." Barker explained that the NMC had "exemplified something wholly unique by providing a forum of communica­ tion and cooperation among manage­ ment, labor and government," at a time of crisis for the U.S. fleet. He said that the organization had achieved an un­ broken record of stable managementlabor relations and a significant increase in the amount of cargo carried by U.S.flag ships. But he stressed that labor and management would "not only continue, but in fact, expand" the NMC's unique efforts to carry these achievements forward. little harder and devote more and more of our resources to the political area. We must also try to continually widen the scope of our political action programs to ensure that American maritime workers benefit from any and all new developments—like ocean mining—in the maritime industry. On top of this, we must be more vigilant than ever in protecting bene­ ficial maritime laws—in particular the Jones Act—that are already on the books. There's just one problem with expanded action in the political area. The more you expand the more it costs. As always, the Union depends totally on this membership's voluntary contributions to SPAD for our political action programs. SIU members have staunchly supported SPAD year after year providing the Union with the tools to work effectively in the political area. However, with the kinds of expanded programs we are becoming in­ volved in, we must also expand our SPAD program if we are to continue to be effective politically over the long term. It's not fair, though, to ask SIU members, who have done their share, to come up with more out-of-pocket donations to SPAD. This is why we es­ tablished a voluntary checkoff program for collecting SPAD a few months ago. I urge all SIU members to support this important new program by signing the checkoff authorization form. Essentially, when you sign this form you are authorizing the Vacation Plan to deduct 30 cents a day for every day you work from your vacation benefit and transfer it to the SPAD fund. Thirty cents a day may not sound like much. But believe me, brothers, if every SIU member supports the checkoff program, it will provide the Union with the kind of funds absolutely necessary for us to continue to be effective in the political area. In the three months that the program has been in effect, many SIU members have signed the authorization. And I'm sure that it will only be a matter of time before all SIU members sign up as well. The sooner this happens, though, the better. Because the SIU's political programs are aimed at one very important goal—the protection of this membership's job security structure by working to continually expand the job market for American seamen. Maintaining job security has never been easy. But because of the new attitudes toward maritime in Congress, it is becoming more and more dif­ ficult every day. We possess the means to meet this new challenge through the SPAD checkoff program. Now it's up to SIU members, as it has always been, to get the job done once again. Our future depends on it. �SlU Wins Landmark Pact for lOT Boatmen Contract Paves Way for Industry Wide Gains for Inland Members SIU Boatmen with Interstate Oil Transport have ratified a landmark contract in the inland industry. About 300 licensed and unlicensed lOT crew members have gained sizeable wage increases as a result of the new contract, plus the highest pension bene­ fits and the most extensive welfare coverage ever negotiated for SIU Boatmen. The new three year contract and bene­ fit plan agreements were ratified on July 1, 1978. They cover all SIU Boatmen in lOPs "green fleet," which is a tug and barge, petroleum and chemical trans­ port operation out of Philadelphia and on the East Coast. But the new benefits also set a pattern for future goals for SIU Boatmen throughout the industry. They not only include significant increases over present benefit payments, but also addi­ tional benefits never before available to Boatmen. Pension Benefits The monthly pension benefit will go up by $100. for eligible lOT Boatmen in two steps over the course of the new con­ tract. Effective January, 1979, the present $340. monthly beneHt will be raised to $390. Beginning June, 1980, it will be further increased to $440. a month. Moreover, lOT Boatmen now can re­ ceive pension benefits at age 55 if they have 7,300 days (20 years) seatime. This is known as the Early Normal Pension and it is a first for Boatmen. It is avail­ able to lOT Boatmen along with the two benefits already provided by the Sea­ farers Pension Plan: • Regular Normal Pension— Seatime: 5,475 days (15 years) Age: 62 • Disability Pension— Seatime: 4,380 days (12 years) Any Age, plus a disability award from the Social Security Administration The $100 increase in the monthly payment applies to all three types of pension benefits. But the Early Normal Pension makes even higher payments possible. These are provided through two addi­ tional benefits which were negotiated for lOT Boatmen: Early Normal Pension Increments and the Special Pension Supplement. Boatmen must fulfill the Early Normal Pension re­ quirements, 7300 days seatime (20 years) at age 55, to be eligible for both of these programs. Under the Increments program, an lOT Boatman can now get an additional $25 on top of his monthly pension bene­ fit for every additional full year (365 days) that he works after he qualifies for an Early Normal Pension (7300 days at age 55). The maximum is seven incre­ ments, which adds up to a monthly pension benefit of $615. The Special Pension Supplement is another opportunity to receive higher benefits. Once an lOT Boatman quali­ fies for an Early Normal Pension, he can gel one additional full year of pension benefits (12 times the monthly benefit payment) in a lump sum payment if he works two more full years (730 days) before he retires. For example, two more years (730 days) employment would add $50 (or two $25 increments) on to the Boat­ man's monthly pension benefit, bring­ ing it up to $490. A full year of benefits at this rate would give him a lump sum bonus (or Special Pension Supplement) of $5,880. Welfare Benefits The welfare benefits offer brand new and greatly expanded coverage for lOT Boatmen and their families. The most important new welfare benefit is a pro­ gram of Major Medical coverage for dependents of Boatmen. This new pro­ gram takes over where the basic Plan leaves off. It pays up tq 80 percent of any charges remaining after the benefits provided by the basic Plan are paid. For example, if a member's depen­ dent receives an $800 surgery bill, and the basic Plan pays $600 of the charges. INDEX Legislative News Carter Signs COS Bill Page 3 Ocean Mining Page 19 Hovercraft Page 4 SIU in Washington .,. Pages 9-10 Union News Seamen's Health Care Page 4 Labor Day Message Page 11 President's Report. Page 2 Headquarters Notes Page 7 LNG Gemini Pages 20-21 Brotherhood in Action ... Page 28 At Sea-Ashore Page 22 SPAD Checkoff Back Page Tug Elizabeth Smith Page 15 Great Lakes'Picture Page 8 Inland Lines .Page 6 SPAD honor roll Pages 38-39 General News National unemployment... Page 6 Cargo Share to Grow Page 12 Alaska Oil Taiwanese Seamen Ship's Digests Dispatcher's Reports: Great Lakes Inland Waters Deep Sea Page 4 Page 14 Page 27 Page 14 Page 28 Page 36 Training and Upgrading 'A' seniority upgrading ... Page 37 Towboat Scholarship Pages 16-17 Piney Point Grads Page 29 Membership News New pensioners Final Departures Delta America Allegiance Rescue Scholarship winner Page 32 Pages 30-31 Page 12 Page 12 Page 22 Special Features Andrew Furuseth Pages 33-35 30 cents a day con buy you job security SEE BACK PAGE then, 80 percent of the remaining $200 (or $160) will be picked up in coverage provided by the new Major Medical program. The families of lOT Boatmen also have additional financial security through a tremendous increase in the death benefit provided for active Boat­ men. The maximum coverage of $5,000 previously provided has jumped to $20,000. The new Death Benefit and the sea­ time requirements for receiving it are as follows: • $5,000—125 days seatime in the previous calendar year, and I day employment in the 6 month period immediately preceding date of death. • $10,000—125 days seatime in each of the 3 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the six month period immediately preceding date of death. • $12,500—125 days in each of the 4 consecutive previous calendar years, and one day in the previous six months. • $15,000—125 days in each of the 5 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the previous six months. • $17,500—125 days in each of the 6 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the previous six months. • $20,000—125 days seatime in each of the 7 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the six month period immediately preceding date of death. Expanded welfare benefits to the dependents of lOT Boatmen also include the following: • Hospital Extras: The Plan will pay all reasonable charges made by the hospital in addition to room and board for a maximum of 90 days per confinement. This is an increase from 60 days confinement under the old schedule. • Emergency Treatment: The Plan will now cover emergency treatment received in a doctor's office as well as paying for such treatment received in a hospital. • Student Coverage: The Plan will extend dependent benefits to children of Boatmen who are full-time students up to the age of 25. This is an extension from age 19. In addition the optical benefit is increased from $30 to $40 for eye examinations and eyeglasses for both Boatmen and their dependents. Vacation Plan Vacation benefits were also increased for lOT Boatmen through the SIU industry-wide Inland Vacation Plan. It was set up in addition to the company vacation which was in effect before at lOT. Boatmen will now receive both vacation benefits. A series of educational conferences held last Spring for lOT Boatmen paved the way for the success of the new con­ tract and benefit plan negotiations. Groups of Boatmen got together with Union officials at the Harry Lundeberg School for week long discussions of goals for the inland industry. The talks familiarized the Boatmen with many of the new pension, welfare and vacation benefits which they were able to gain for the first time at the bargaining table. These milestone achievements underline the importance of continuing education and communi­ cation between SIU members. And they mark the way for future achievements for the entire inland membership. Carter Signs OCS Bill: Guarantees Job Rights American labor won a major victory this month as President Carter signed the SlU-backed Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act into law. The Act guar­ antees for the first time that the nation's energy resources will be developed along with the rights of American workers. The Act sets regulations for offshore drilling of oil and natural gas on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. It protects and promotes jobs for Ameri­ cans in this growing industry through the following provisions: • Any American owned vessel, • drilling rig, platform or other vehicle or structure in use more than a year after the regulations take effect must be manned by U.S. citizens or legal aliens of the U.S. • All vessels and drilling equipment built or rebuilt more than a year after the regulations take effect must be American owned and documented in the U.S. • In the case of offshore equipment owned 50 percent or more by foreign nationals, U.S. manning will be re­ quired to the extent that the foreign nation requires its own citizens to man equipment operating on its own contin­ ental shelf. The OCS Act also includes an important provision to protect the life and health of American workers and the U.S. marine and coastal environment. It requires all offshore equipment to meet U.S. standards for design, construction, alteration and repair. The battle behind the OCS victory started over a year ago in the Senate. The OCS bill passed there made no provisions for protecting American job rights. ^ The House passed its version of the bill in February, 1978. But a House Select Committee on OCS added an amendment, sponsored by Rep. Leo Zeferetti (D-N. Y.), which introduced all of the important provisions for U.S. manning, documentation and safety standards in the offshore industry. The SIU, together with other affil­ iates of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, carried on a step by step campaign to get these provisions through the House and the Joint HouseSenate Conference on the final bill in July. All of these provisions are now intact in the Act signed by the President on September 18. The "Hire American" provision promises to create as many as 5,000 new jobs for American seamen and other workers aboard support and supply vessels and on the drilling rigs. But the success of the OCS Act is a significant victory for American labor beyond its effect in the offshore industry. At a time when the nation faces its toughest challenge in developing energy resources, it sets a legislative precedent for creating American job opportunities rather than giving them away to multinational profits. September 1978 / LOG / 3 �2a Alaska Hovercraft Experiments Okayed by Senate The U.S. Senate voted this month to approve a temporary Jones Act waiver for Alaska which will allow feasibility experiments on the use of commercial hovercraft in remote areas of the state, inaccessible to other forms of trans­ port, to get under way. The waiver, which still has to be ap­ proved by the House of Representatives before it is binding, will enable Alaska to use foreign-built hovercraft for the study by suspending the provision of the Jones Act mandating the use of Ameri­ can-built vessels in domestic trades. Severe weather conditions and lim­ ited conventional transportation isolate portions of Alaska for much of the year. Hovercraft, which travel on the water's surface powered by propellers and rud­ ders, could be used to ferry passengers and deliver fuel to outlying areas in Alaska and other coastal states. Though hovercraft have been used successfully as ferries and cargo car­ riers in Europe for the last 10 years, they are not built in this country. So the state needs foreign-built vessels to kickoff the study. According to Alaskan Senator led Stevens, "this legislative waiver would apply to the demonstra­ tion project only and apply for no more than five years." Alaska's legislature, which has al­ ready appropriated funds for the hover­ craft project, petitioned Congress for a narrowly interpreted, temporary Jones Act waiver which would last five years. They justified the five-year period as the amount of time necessary, "to obtain technical, environmental, ecological, and economic data ... and to encourage the development of commercial hover­ craft operating and manufacturing int:^rests in Alaska once sufficient data has been obtained." The SIU supports Alaska's hovercraft Hovercraft like this may soon be operating in Alaska on experimental basis. experiment because of the future poten­ tial for jobs in both building and man­ ning the vessels. If the tests on the huge, air-cushion vehicles are successful, they will pave the way for development of a U.S.-based commercial hovercraft in­ dustry. SIU President Paul Hall told Alaska's two U.S. Senators, Ted Stevens and Mike Gravel, of the Union's support, stating; "The main goal of the Seafarers Union is to promote the development of a U.S. hovercraft industry." "Once proven commercially feasible," Hall continued, "we believe hovercraft operations will grow throughout the na­ tion's waterways and ocean coasts." Hovercraft may be the transportation answer for rough stretches of country where roads are poor and rivers and air lanes unnavigable because of brutal weather conditions. Though the sight of these air cushion vehicles is a strange and unfamiliar one in this country, if the Alaska experi­ ments are successful, they will soon be built in American shipyards and man­ ned by American seamen. The Union's support of the hovercraft project is a recognition of another ad­ vance in the maritime industry. And supporting the latest developments in waterborne technology means Seafarers will be ready and able to man the newest vessels afloat as fast as they come out of American^hipyards. USPHS Taking Some Positive Steps in Seamen's Care: But SIU Will Oppose Stricter Standards for Older Men WASHINGTON, D.C.—The first in a series of Seamen's Health Care Initia­ tive meetings geared towards seeking improved health services and medical care for American seamen at U.S. Public Health Service facilities hit an area of conflict which may produce the opposite effect. Recognizing that the medical needs of seafarers are special ones, the U.S. Public Health Service Division of Hos­ pitals and Clinics invited medical direc­ tors and health and welfare program managers from seamen's unions, ship­ ping companies and Federal agencies to the Washington conference last month. But the area of contention, which centered around the issue of a fit for duty standard, divided the conferees along labor/management lines and threatened the outcome of the meeting. Drawing on data they had compiled, the Marine Index Bureau said accidents aboard ship occur more frequently when the average age of the crew is 52.5. The Bureau, the companies present at the meeting, and the Coast Guard are looking to establish requirements for pre-hire physicals for entry level crewmembers. In addition, they want to set physical standards for all ratings aboard ship. Bruno J. Augenti, chairman of the Bureau said, "the establishment of mini­ mum medical standards to be met by all seafarers in order to assure their ability to achieve professional compe­ tence . . . would reduce to a minimum the unnecessary exposure of the less than sound to the rigors of life at sea." Another reason cited by .Augenti for imposing across-the-board medical re­ quirements is to save ship operators money. Setting up health standards, Augenti said, "would assist vessel op­ erators in reversing the trend of con­ tinuing upward spiralling of costs in ship operation." 4 / LOG / September 1978 SIU representatives at the conference, including Tom Cranford, head of Sea­ farers Welfare Plan and Dr. Logue, SIU medical director strongly protested the proposed health exams for older seamen. Dr. Logue said that seamen arc al­ ready required to undergo more physi­ cals than any similar occupational group in the U.S. And he pointed out that an increase in mandatory medical exams would force many skilled seamen out of the industry solely because they are older. Imposition of medical requirements which would have the effect of weeding out older seamen from the workforce would not be in the best interests of either seafarers or the industry itself. The Union will continue to oppose any such move. The conference did, however, yield some positive steps towards improving the health status and care of American seamen. Meeting pai iicipafits discussed recent medical statistics indicating sea­ men are struck by different diseases in different proportions from the rest of the population and agreed that medical programs aimed at the special health needs of seamen are necessary. Unlike the majority of the U.S. popu­ lation, cancer is the number one killer of seamen, followed by heart disease and stroke. And the incidence of alcoholrelated ailments is much higher for those who work aboard ship than for factory or office personnel ashore. The Coast Guard reported on re­ search they've begun on the occupa­ tional health and safety hazards on U.S. merchant ships. Following meetings with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Coast Guard has finally begun to study par­ ticularly dangerous shipboard jobs, like the long-range effects of tank vapors on tankermen. Progress has also been made towards improving on-board emergency care for crewmen. An updated ship's medicine chest booklet, along with shipboard first aid kits containing improved supplies, are in the works and should be on U.S. ships by early next year. Another meeting of the Seamens Health Care Initiative group is sched­ uled for early 1979. At that time, special task forces of government, manage­ ment, and labor representatives will report on any headway they've made on fitness for duty criteria; widening the availability of USPHS services to the offshore oil and gas industry and inland boatmen; improving emergency health care and inter-vessel communications, and, speeding up health care for seamen at the PHS hospitals and clinics. Loud Protests Shelve Plan to Export Alaskan Oil Under pressure from U.S. maritime labor and industry. Congress has shelved a plan by the U.S. oil companies and the Department of Energy to export Alaskan crude oil to Japan. Witness after witness before the House Subcommittee on Investigations echoed maritime labor's position that such exports would threaten the jobs of thousands of Americans and prove detrimental to the national security. Despite the negative impact of the oil export scheme on the U.S. economy, the oil companies continued to advocate it. They initially argued that a shortage of U.S. tankers to move the oil to the lower 48 states made exports necessary. But armed with statistics from a recent government study, Russell F. Stryker of the Maritime Administration proved that there are more than enough U.S.-flag tankers to transport the oil. "The conclusion we have reached," Stryker told the Subcommittee, "is that a greater than adequate supply of U.S.-flag tankers exists and will con­ tinue to exist as tankers on order are delivered." In fact, exporting the Alaskan crude would idle U.S.-flag oil carriers, many of which were built specifically for the Alaskan trade. AFL-CIO Legislative Director Andrew J. Biemiller told the Subcommittee that "Alaskan crude oil exports would force from two to three million tons of U.S. tankers into lay-up with the loss of thousands of jobs for U.S. seamen." Another argument the oil companies used to justify exports is that they are the only way to alleviate the current glut of Alaskan North Slope crude on the U.S. West Coast. The back-up of Alaskan oil on the West Coast is, however, temporary. It will ease as West Coast refineries retrofit and West to East continental pipelines are built. In the meantime, the U.S. merchant marine has the capability to transport the oil to other areas of the country. The MarAd study, along with earlier testimony from SIU representatives and industry spokesmen, showed that the real motive behind the oil companies' export plans was higher profits. When Congress approved construc­ tion of the Trans-Alaska pipeline, they also made a promise to the American people that no oil produced here would be sold outside the U.S. By halting the oil companies export plans. Congress has made good on that promise. �Hall to DOE: Get the Lead Out on LNG Import Projects Warning that the government's footdragging on U.S. LNG programs is threatening America's leadership in that industry, SlU President Paul Hall issued a strong call to the Department of Energy for a rational U.S. policy on LNG. "Because no clear policy exists," Hall told DOE's Economic Regula­ tory Administration, "the entire United States LNG program remains in a state of uncertainty." President Hall charged that the fed­ eral practice of "constantly changing the rules of the game" regarding approval of LNG import and construction proj­ ects was jeopardizing thousands of jobs for American workers. There is a sizeable list of LNG con­ struction and importation projects in the U.S. which cannot get off the ground until the Department of Energy ap­ proves them. Construction of three separate liquefication and gasification plants in Texas, California and New England have been stalled pending the government's okay. These three projects alone would gen­ erate millions of man-hours of employ­ ment for U.S. workers. A contract between two U.S. com­ panies. El Paso and Tenneco, Inc.. and the Algerian government calling for the importation of 700 million cubic feet of natural gas per year for 20 years was very nearly axed when the Administra­ tion allowed the pact's expiration date to pass without approving it. The Algerian government has agreed to go ahead with the deal if the U.S. will give the companies a green light. But the government has continued to stall on the project. In addition to the jobs and revenues U.S. delays on LNG projects are cost­ ing, Hall accused the government of threatening the "unique supplier-user relationship in l.NG" between the U.S. and LNG exporting countries, "Because I.NG exporting countries such as Algeria and Indonesia have made huge expenditures in plants and equipment for processing LNG," Hall said, "they are dependent on export .sales to cover their investments." The U.S. is both a prime market for the. LNG exporting countries and an important supplier of LNG vessels and equipment. Because U.,S. built LNG carriers arc the most modern and sophisticated ves­ sels plying the LNG trade, they are in demand by the exporting countries. Al­ geria is considering to have a sizeable Beet of LNCi tankers built in American shipyards. But if the government stalls on approving exports of U.S.-built LNG ships, Algeria and other countries that require the specialized vessels may have them constructed elsewhere. Badly needed jobs, reliable supplies of an alternative fuel source and rev­ enue for U.S. industries which would help offset the U.S. balance-of-payments deficit are all at stake while the Administration shifts its position on LNG. Hall demanded the government act quickly to protect U.S. interests by "clearly sanctioning present proposals to import liriuefied natural gas,"and by creating a "set of criteria for future 1 NG projects." SlU, New C.G. Chief Meet on Safety, Manning Issues SlU representatives and the new Coast Guard chief of maritime safety met this month to discuss issues vital to the health and safety of working seamen. Chief Admiral H. H. Bell, newly ap­ pointed head of the Office of Merchant Marine Safety, has promised the SlU a "cooperative attitude" from his office in meeting the problems of merchant seamen. Up until Bell's appointment, the SlU has met stiff resistance from the Coast Guard in its efforts to rectify rules and regulations affecting the safety of life at sea or that discriminate against the un­ licensed seaman. Bell recently replaced Rear Admiral William Bcnkcrt as head of Merchant Marine Safety, Bcnkcrt has since been named president of the American Insti­ tute of Merchant Shipping. The SlU had its first meeting with Admiral Bell on Aug. ."^0. Union repre­ sentatives used the opportunity to bring to Bell's attention five issues concerning safety and manning that have long been areas of contention between the SlU and the Coast Guard. The SlU maintained at the meeting that: • The three watch law must be en­ forced on all vessels and for all seamen including Towboat Operators. Here are some very good reasons for upgrading to • Reasonable regulations to allow experienced deep sea sailors to become lovvboat Operators must be worked out. • Legislation should be introduced and pushed by the Coast (iuard to bring all vessels of less than .^00 gross tons under inspection. • Integrated tug barges must be treated the same as any merchant vessel as the law rcc|uires, rellccted in in­ creased manning. • l ovvboat Operators who are han­ dling tugs with oil barges in tow should not be recpiired to perform the tasks of a tankerman as well. separate tankerman must be carried while the tow is underway. In addition to these areas, the SRI pointed out that seamen on many auto­ mated ships must work 4 to 8 hours overtime per day to maintain safe operation ol the vessel. The Idiion saiti that this is excessive overtime. .Ami they maile it clear t hat the ("oast (iuard must increase the complement on these vessels to prcnect the health and safetv ol the crew. •After hearing the I'nion's arguments. Admiral Bell neither accepted nor re­ jected any of them. But he promised his ccvoperation ami gtxnl faith in dealing with the Union on all issues concerning manning and safety. It remains to be seen whether or not the "promise ivf cooperation" will trans­ late into positive results for .American seamen. At the very least, though, the Coast Guard's expressed attitude of good faith is a step in the right direc­ tion toward increased safely on the oceans and inland waters. James A. Farrell, Jr., 77, Dies .James A. Farrell, .Jr., 77, co-founder of Farrell Lines, one of the biggest U.S. flag shipping lines, and chairman of its board of directors, passed away in Norwalk (Conn.) Hospital on Sept. 15. With his brother, .John ,J. Farrell, he founded the American-South African Line in 1926, which became Farrell Lines in 1948. Their grandfather, .John G. Farrell ran ships in the U.S. coastwise trade in the mid-1800s. Their father, .lames A. Farrell, Sr. founded the Isthmian Line and was president of the U.S. Steel Corp. Farrell, a pioneer in welded ship­ building, became chairman of the line's board in I96.T He fostered good labormanagement relations within the com­ pany and believed in responsible trade unionism and management. Last March, the line bought American Ex­ port Lines to beef up their fleet to .19 ships sailing world-wide. Born in Brooklyn, N. Y., he was a Vale graduate and was a commander, U.S. Naval Reserve (Ret.) serving in World War 11. He also held the Naval Order of the United States. Last year he received the Admiral of the Ocean Seas Award (AOTOS). Farrell was a trustee of the United Seamen's Service and Mystic .Seaport. He was a member of the American Bureau of Shipping, Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers and the American Merchant Marine Post No. 945. Delta Sud Gets Safety Award Course Starts Nov. 23 To enroU, contaci your SIU Representative or the Harry Lundeberg School. Steward/Cook Edward Vieiar (far left) and AB John Sanfferer (3d left) of the SS Delta Sud {Delta Line) pose for ceremonial photo recently in New Orleans as the ship's master, Capt. W.L. Easter (center) gets congratulatory handshake as he accepts the two-year Jones F. Devlin Safety Award from Capt. E.R."Seamen, the company's marine operations manager. The vessel operated for 773 consecutive days without a single lost-time accident to a crewmember. Others in the photo are (2nd left) Chief Officer James Lea, (far right) 1 st Assistant Engineer William Smith and Chief Engineer Gilbert Krieg. September 1978 / LOG / 5 i �State fransportation Commissioner William Hennessy at Washington, D.C. hearings in August. Henne.ssy carried Gov. Carey's request for federal aid in testimonv before the Senate Subcommittee on Water Resources, which con­ ducted hearings on national water policy last month. Shipping has declined drastically on the Barge Canal and the deteriorated outmoded system could close down completely in ten years, according to a New York State Senate Task Force report. Largely unchanged since it opened in 1900, the canal needs help, from channel dredging to larger locks which can accommodate modern barges. With federal funds, it could provide low cost, energy efficient transportation for large bulk cargoes, such as western coal to the energy-hungry East Coast. Gov. Carey said. Canal improvements would also provide greatly increased Job opportunities for SIU Boatmen and Dredgemen in this area. New Orleans St. Louis Crescent Towing expects three newly remodeled harbor tugs to come out of the shipyard this month. Total crew changes and relief positions on the new fleet additions will add up to about 40 more jobs for SIU Boatmen. I"he rebuilt vessels are the Sandra Sniiih, which will usher ships in and out of Baton Rouge, I.a.; the San l.uis, which will work the New Orleans harbor, and the Jason Smith, which will do both shipdocking and ocean towing. The main lock chamber in I.ock and Dam 26 has been closing down on a daily but intermittent schedule since .September 6. The 600 ft. chamber, located on the Mississippi River at Alton, III., is undergoing repairs and underwater surveys. Legislation to replace the crumbling lock with one twice its size is still stalled in Congress. Norfolk A li Ports Sea-l.and Service. Inc. has chartered a small containership. the SS Rio Haina, from Union Boat .Service, a top to bottom SIU inland company in this port. Seal.and will use the roll-on. roll-off vessel to move 24,000 tons ol cargo between Norlolk and Nassau-Bermuda under a $2 million contract recently awarded Irom the Military Sealift Command. The contract runs through .lime .10. 1979 and includes dry and refrigerated cargo and vehicles. While Congress is still reviewing President Carter's national water policy proposals, there is no question that the nation's waterways must be improved if the inland industry is to remain competitive in the future. This is the conclusion of a recent study prepared for the East-West Gateway Coordinating Council, under contract to the U.S. Maritime Administration. I he study pointed out that riverport facilities must be further developed so that inland operations can compete with railroad and pipeline industries, which are now improving their systems with government funding. Port development could reduce operating costs as much as $500 million, the study calculated, which is one-third of the cost now incurred in inland port operations, it was suggested that the Maritime Administration provide needed funds for port planning. Great Lakes fhe New York State Barge Canal, the 527 mile link between the Lakes and the Uudsmi River, needs federal funds to survive. I his was the message delivered by Jobless Rate Dips to 5.9% in August; But Employment Slowing WA.SHINCTON, D.C. —U.S. unem­ ployment in August dipped to 5.9 per­ cent from 6.2 percent in .July. This is the second time it has fallen below 6 per­ cent this year. Black workers, adult . women who head families, teenagers, and people unemployed less than five weeks found jobs, the Labor Depart­ ment's Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. However, except for June's 5.7 per­ cent, the unemployment rate has remained at a seven-month plateau of 6 to 6.2 percent. "You really ean't describe the August performance as much better than past months," said the U.S. Commerce Department's chief economist Mrs. Courtenay Slater, .lime's jobless decline was seen as a statistical fluke caused by the Labor Department's faulty seasonal adjustment or overcounting the number employed then. A top Carter Adminis­ tration economist observed that the August percentage "is possibly another abberation cf the kind we saw in June." I here were just under 6 million persons unemployed last month, down 225,000 from the July level. But the AFL-CIO says that there are actually 8.5 percent jobless or 8,577,000 unem­ ployed in August as the federation counts so-called "discouraged" workers as unemployed as well as one-half of those who work parttime because they can't find fulltime jobs. Fhe Govern­ ment does not count these jobless and parttimers. One of the bright spots in the August picture on jobs was the relatively sharp drop in black unemployment. Theirjobless rate fell from 12.5 percent to 11.7 percent last month. The rate for black teenagers' skidded downward to 12.4 percent from 17 percent! Unemploy­ ment for white teenagers dipped to 15.6 percent from 16.1 percent. Adult black women, who are head of hou.sehold had their joblessness rate drop from 6.5 per­ cent to 6.1 percent. But the rate for black adult men climbed from July's level of 8.4 percent to 9 percent in August. The rate for white adult men is 4.1 percent. Total employment in August edged up 156,000 jobs to a total of 94,581,000 persons working. The proportion of the population that is employed remained at its July level of 58.6 percent. Coupled with July's 194,000 drop in total employment, the recent figures seem to show that "clearly employment is slowing down," says John Bregger, a Labor Department economist. Economist Slater concurs: "I don't think we're looking at any dramatic growth in employment for the rest of the year." Do You Know How to Make This Work? Ogden Marine Puts 2 Tankers on Order SI U-eontracted Ogden Marine placed orders for two new 42,000 dwt multi-product tankers from its subsid­ iary, Avondale Shipyards, New Orleans with delivery set for 1981. One tanker has already been put under long-term charter. Lhe tankers. 640 feet long. 105 feet wide with a 18 foot draft, will have pumps for each of their tanks so they can carry crude oil and 10 other differ­ ent products simultaneously. Beside having segregated ballast, double bottoms, collision avoidance .systems, inert gas and electronic naviga­ tion equipment, they will be able to transit the Panama Canal. 6 / LOG / September 1S78 NO? Well learn how—it only takes four weeks. That's right. In just four weeks, you can learn basic diesel theory and opera­ tions. This means new job opportunities for you. Where? Aboard the diesel-powered U.S.flag ships under contract with the SIU. YES9 • • Terrific! Then enroll in the eightweek diesel engineering course at HLS. Get yc^r license and get ahead. Every student who took this course has gotten his license. So join the crowd of seafarers who've improved their pay and job security. New Ships • New Jobs For Seafarers With fhe Right Skills • Cef Your Diesel Engineering License of HLS • �Headquarti^rs by SIU Exenilive Vice President Frank Drozak Engine Dept. Upgrading Top Priority If there's one department where shipping technology is changing faster than any other, it's the engine department. Working on today's ships demands advanced skills in all departments. But the specialized range of equipment in a modern engine room presents one of the greatest challenges for today's Seafarer. There's no question that working in the "black gang" isn't what it used to be in the old days. The name still sticks in this new age of maritime technology but the job has changed totally. The old coal stokers on steamships never dreamed that "black gang" members would come to include pumpmen, marine electricians and refrigeration engineers. But even these advanced engine room jobs aren't what they used to be since supertankers, LASH and LNG ships changed the shape of modern shipping. If you've worked in one of these ratings before, your experience may not be extensive enough to handle engine room equipment on new vessels. And as more and more new vessels come out, the demand is increasing for these specialized engine room jobs. The Harry Lundeberg School offers several courses which can bring your rating up to date and guarantee your job security in the engine room. Some are available right now and some are planned for early next year. If you have a QMED endorsement or a rating as pumpman, refrigeration engineer or electrician, I urge you to consider these courses in your future job plans. The Pumproom Maintenance and Operation course starts on October 30 and will prepare you for the latest procedures on new tankers. A special LNG course for rated engine room personnel, as well as a general LNG safety course are offered regularly at the Lundeberg School. These courses will certify you to work on LNG vessels, which hold the promise of a vast number of new job opportunities in the future of this industry. Two additional engine room courses are planned for next year and cover the full range of electrical and refrigeration .systems found aboard modern LASH ships and containerships. These are Marine Electrical Maintenance and Maintenance of Shipboard Refrigeration Systems. Watch for details in the Lo}f. You've come a long way in getting the advanced engine room ratings you hold now. But they won't do you any good if you can't make them pay off in the jobs that lie ahead. And it won't do the Union any good either. The jobs we have now and the ones we are working on for the future arc only as good as the men ready to fill them. For this reason I also want to encourage other members of the engine department to take advantage of the Union's upgrading program. Working your way up the ladder to FOWT, QM ED and advanced ratings will insure a constant flow of qualified manpower in the engine department. This is our goal for all departments. It means that no matter how many vessels come out, the SIU will be ready to man them. Lundeberg School Made Difference for Riverman Walter Cannon "There's little I don't know about the Rivers," Capt. Walter Cannon said, "but I might have had a problem passing my licensing exam if I hadn't studied for it at the Harry Lundeberg School." Capt. Cannon has been a Boatman for 40 years, most of that time sailing as captain on the Mississippi River and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway out of New Orleans. But he never needed an operator's license until September, 1973 when the Towing Vessel Licensing Act went into effect. It requires a licensed operator for every uninspected towing vessel over 26 feet in U.S. waters. And it meant that Boatmen like Cannon had to pass the written Coast Guard licensing exam to keep their jobs. Cannon's company. Gulf Canal Lines, encouraged him to go to Piney Point to look into the Towboat Op­ erator's course. "I went up to see what was going on and have a vacation at the same time. Once I was there, 1 liked it and entered the program." Cannon started the course in May, 1973 and the next month passed the licensing exams in three different areas—Inland Waterways, Western Rivers and Oceans—200 miles. He needed the first two to keep working on his present run for Gulf Canal Lines. And the third license gives him the option to take a job on an ocean tug. "1 don't have the biggest education in the world,"he remarked.'Tve been going to sea too long for that. But the course helped me to prepare for just what was required on the written tests." Cannon also had high praise for the facilities at the Lundeberg School. "I've been all over the U.S. in my mobile home and Piney Point has some of the nicest country I've seen. You couldn't find a more beautiful place to spend some time—and learn something be­ sides." Capt. Walter Cannon New Deep Sea Death Benefit Provides Security for Your Families No one looks forward to the day when you pass on to "Fiddlers Green", that place where all good seamen go when the running lights are turned out for good. But Seafarers can now take some comfort in knowing that, in the event of death, their families will be taken care of over the years—thanks to the new graduated Death Benefit for active Seafarers. It used to be, in the "old days", that the end of a seafaring breadwinner usually meant the beginning of a struggle to make ends meet for his family. It has been a long, hard haul to improve upon that situation. But the benefits that seamen earlier in this century never would have dreamed of, have changed all that. We were saddened to learn of the passing of veteran Seafarer Cayetano Sapatiro on July 25 at the age of 67. There is little consolation in his death, and he leaves a void that can't be filled. Yet it's good to know, at least, that he had enough seatime so that his family will be provided for in the years to come. Brother Sapatiro sailed for 34 years. At the time of his death (he had not yet retired), he had accumulated at least 125 days seatime in each of the previous 7 consecutive calendar years, plus at least 1 day in the six month period preceding his death. This qualifies his family for a $20,000 Death Benefit. In addition to this his widow, Elizabeth, is entitled to a Survivors Pension because her husband was eligible to retire when he died. She will receive a check each month from the Seafarers Pension Plan as a result. Seafarers need only look at the new Death Benefit to see that we have come a long way since the "old days". The complete graduated Death Benefit schedule for active Seafarers is as follows: The new Death Benefit Schedule is applicable to active Seafarers only. The Death Benefit for retired deep sea mem­ bers remains at $5,000. Overseas Anchorage Committee • $5,000—125 days seatime in the previous calendar year, and 1 day employment in the 6 month period immediately preceding date of death. • $10,000—125 days seatime in each of the 3 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the six month period immediately preceding date of death. • $12,500—125 days in each of the 4 consecutive previous calendar years, and one day in the previous six months. • $15,000—125 days in each of the 5 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the previous six months. • $17,500—125 days in each of the 6 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the previous six months. • $20,000—125 days seatime in each of the 7 consecutive previous calendar years, and 1 day in the six month period immediately preceding date of death. Recertified Bosun Jack Nelson (2nd left) ship's chairman of the ST Overseas Anchorage (Maritime Overseas) is with the Ship's Committee at a payoff of (I. to r.) Deck Delegate Allan E. Lewis Sr., Chief Steward Charles Ussin, secretaryreporter; Steward Delegate Lucian Mclnham andEngine Delegate Ed Smith. The tanker paid off on Aug. 12 in Stapleton Anchorage, S.I., N.Y. September 1978 / LOG / 7 ^• �The Lakes Picture DETROIT The Army torps of Engineers is studying the feasibility of expanding the connecting channels and harbors on the Great Lakes to accommodate the largest ships plying those waters. The $4.1 million study will examine the possibility of dredging channels from Duluth to Montreal from their current depth of 27 feet to 32 feet. Deepening the channels will allow passage by fully-loaded thousand footers. Also under study is the cost of building a larger lock at the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, where Lakes Huron and Superior are connected. Targeted comple­ tion date of the study is 1984. The SlU-contracted Belle River (American Steamship Co.) moved the largest cargo of coal ever carried on the Lakes in July. The Belle River hauled a record 66,654 tons of coal from Superior, Wise, to St. Clair, Mich. BUFFALO ULEVELAIVD Tlie A// V Buffalo, which was christened last month, was returned to the ship­ yard for two weeks to iron out some minor problems. The brand-new Buffalo is the latest addition to American Steamship Co.'s fleet of general cargo carriers. When her SIU crew is recalled, the Buffalo is expected to begin moving ore pellets, taconite and coal from the Upper to the Lower Lakes. Plans for construction of an ore dock in Cleveland hit a snag last month when the city's mayor, Dennis J. Kucinich, vetoed the lease of city-owned Dock 24 to the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority. Dock 24 is at the east end of the proposed ore facility site. The Cleveland city council is expected to override the veto. ALOOAAU ST. i^WREIVUE SEAWAY Most contract negotiations with SlU-contracted Great Lakes companies have been completed. The only exceptions are new contracts with the Bob Lo Company, which operates two passenger ships, the Columbia, and the St. Claire, between Detroit and Bob Lo Island. Talks between Union reps and the company are progressing with additional fringe benefits for Bob Lo's 52 unlicen.sed employees the last issue to be negotiated. Contract talks with the newly-organized Champion Auto Ferries, Inc. in Michigan are still under way. The Union is working for an agreement which will provide wage, holiday and overtime increases and better fringes for the 15 deckhands and pilots at Champion. When negotiations with these companies and the Michigan Interstate Railway Co., which operates the car ferry Viking, are concluded, "that will wrap up everything on the Lakes for the next few years," Algonac Port Agent Jack Bluitt said. The St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corp. and the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority, which administer the waterway for the U.S. and Canada respectively, have announced this season's closingdates. Upbound oceangoing vessels will not be allowed through the Welland Canal after Dec. 6. The Montreal-Lake Ontario section of the Seaway will close Dec. 15, and ships transiting the section after that date will have to pay a late fine of $20,000 per day, up to a maximum of $80,000. Officials hope to have the Seaway cleared by the closing dates to prevent a repeat of last year's late season rush. The 1977 closing came 13 days after the deadline, the latest in Seaway history. Algonac Agent Jack Bluitt will go to Washington, D.C. sometime this month to testify before the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation of the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. The Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Mario Biaggi (D/C-N.Y.), is investigating ways of preventing disasters like the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, which went down in Lake Superior in 1975. UHIUAI^O Litton Great Lakes Corp.'s ore carrier, the Presque Isle, blew her engine bearings and will be in the shipyard for two to three weeks for repairs. Notice to Members On Shipping Procedure When throwing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SIU Hiring Hall, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • registration card- ULEAIV WATERS A recent study by the Environmental Protection Agency of pollution in Lake Michigan yielded some good news and some bad news. The good news, according to the EPA, is that recent legislation which banned dumping certain percentages of laundry detergents containing phosphates and the insecticide DDT have improved the Lake's water quality. Conditions at nearshore areas and public beaches have improved, and taste and odor problems in drinking water from the Lake are better. ^ And now for the bad news. "The open waters of Lake'Michigan are still slowly deteriorating," the report said. Levels of PCBs and other contaminants in fish from the Lake are still high and concentrations of chloride are higher than ever before. The study warned that, though long-term effects of high chloride levels are not known, "there is the possibility that future increases in chloride levels may lead to fundamental, irreversible, changes in the Lake's natural biological systems." Want To Broaden Your Horizons? • clinic card • seaman's papers • valid, up-to-date passport In addition, when assigning a job the dispatcher will comply with the following Section 5, Sub­ section 7 of the SIU Shipping Rules: Within each class of seniority rating in every Department, prior­ ity for entry rating jobs shall be given to all seamen who possess Lifeboatman endorsement by the United States Coast Guard. The Seafarers Appeals Board may waive the preceding sentence when, In the sole judgment of the Board, undue hardship will result or extenuating circumstances war­ rant such waiver." Also, all entry rated members must show their last six months discharges. Further, the Seafarers Appeals Board has ruled that **C classifica­ tion seamen may only register and sail as entry ratings in only one department." 8 / LOG / September 1978 Upgrade at HLS! •- . These Courses Starting Soon: LNG—November 13 FOWT—November 23 Pumproom Maintenance and Operation—October 30 Welding—November 13, 27 Able Seaman—November 13 TowboatOperatordnland/Oceans)—November 13 Chief Steward—November 13 Chief Cook—November 13, 27 Cook and Baker—November 13, 27 Assistant Cook—Upon Request Lifeboat—November 9,24 Tankerman—November 9, 24 �III into Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-CIO House Passes Tanker Safety Bill The House of Representatives this month passed a bill which amends the Ports and Waterways Safety Act of 1972, requiring stricter safety standards to protect the maritime environment. The Senate had passed a similar bill early last year. Commenting on the passage of the House bill, Congressman Mario Biaggi (D-NY), chairman of the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Navigation, said: "It is my opinion that this bill meets the President's overall objectives contained in his March 17, 1977 message to Congress when he appointed a number of measures designed to reduce the risks associated with the marine transportation of oil." Senate Committee OK's Ocean Mining 1 , The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations late la^t month gave their approval of the Ocean Mining bill, setting the stage for a vote by the full Senate later this month. Similar legislation has already been voted by the House of Representatives, and has been favorably reported by the Senate Energy Committee and the Senate Commerce Committee. During the mark-up on the bill, the Foreign Relations Committee voted to require that the mining and processing vessels used in ocean mining under the provisions of the bill will have to be built and documented in the U.S., and that at least one ore carrier for each mining site will have to be a U.S.-flag vessel. These are the same requirements which were adopted by the Senate Commerce Committee. SEPTEMBER 1978 Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings Carter Signs OCS Energy Legislation President Carter on Sept. 18 signed the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act of 1978, bringing to a successful conclusion the SIU's long fight to make sure that the job rights of American workers will be protected, and that American safety standards will be enforced. The bill is being hailed as a major triumph for American labor. Here are the major provisions of the bill: • Any vessel, drilling rig, platform or other vehicle or structure in use more than a year after the regulations take effect must be manned by citizens of the United States.... • All vessels and drilling equipment built or rebuilt more than a year after the regulations become effective must be American owned. • All equipment engaged in OCS activi­ ties must comply with design, construction, alteration and repair standards established by the Secretary of the Interior or the Secretary of Commerce. This provision will strengthen safeguards against oil spills, and will better protect the life and health of American workers. SIU Seniority Upgraders Get First-Hand Look At Washington Politics Twelve more SIU "A" Seniority Upgrad­ ers were in Washington earlier this month to get a first-hand look at the SIU's political and legislative operations in the nation's capital. During their tour, the upgraders visited the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Dept., and Transportation Institute. The SIU members attending the educa­ tional visit to Washington this month were Franklyn Cordro, Kurt Kleinschmidt, Howard Kling, Charles Minix, Marshall Novack, George Pino, Frederick Stack. August in Tellez, Donald Dokulil, Samuel Baugh, John Schoenstein and Barry h'rn is. They were accompanied on the trip by Piney Point Port Agent Pat Pillsworth. On the Agenda in Congress... The 95th Congress is now moving into its final weeks. Both the House and the Senate are tentatively scheduled to adjourn Oct. 14. As this session of Congress winds down, a number of maritime-related bills are still awaiting final action. At the top of the SIU's legislative priorities list is the Deep Seabed Ocean Mining Bill. The bill which would generate thousands of jobs for American workers has been overwhelmingly approved on the floor of the House, has cleared three Senate committees, and is now awaiting floor action in the Senate. Another of the SIU's top priority legislative targets—the Outer Continental Shelf bill—was signed this month by President Carter. AGRICULTURE—CARGO PREFER­ ENCE. The Senate earlier this month passed an agriculture foreign sales bill which specifically cuts out any preference for U.S.flag ships in carrying the exported agricul­ ture products. In the House, two bills similar to the Senate version are now waiting action by the Rules Committee. The bills are designed to strengthen the U.S. economy through the sales abroad of American agricultural products. What the bills do is to authorize an "intermediate" term credit program for underdeveloped nations through the Commodity Credit Corporation. Under provisions of the Senate bill, credit would be advanced to importing nations on terms of three to ten years to enable these nations to become long-term importers of U.S. agricultural products. What the Senate bills—and the two proposed bills in the House—fail to do is to provide the same encouragement and incentives for using U.S.-flag ships as is being provided to the U.S. farming industry. In Committee The Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee has reported several bills which the House is expected to vote on later this month. NA VY-MARITIME ADVISORY BOARD. This bill, H.R. 11861, would require the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Navy to meet at least four times a year with representatives of the U.S. liner operators, U.S.-flag tanker and bulk fleet operators, and the shipbuilding industry. The bill would also require them to submit a "comprehensive" annual report to the President. GREAT LAKES VESSELS. This bill, H.R. 11658, would amend the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 to allow Great Lakes vessels to take full advantage of the vessel mortgage guarantee provisions of thd-law. The bill would reduce the speed requirement for Great Lakes vessels from 14 knots to ten knots, and would qualify these vessels for the full 871/2 percent financing. Hearings Two hearings are scheduled in the House later this month which we will be watching. WRECK OF THE EDMUND FITZ­ GERALD. The Coast Guard Subcommittee of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee will hold a hearing on the sinking of the ore carrier Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior in November 1975. The hearing will look into a number of safety standards covering Great Lakes vessels. Including requirements for water­ tight compartments. The Fitzgerald plunged to the bottom in a severe storm without time to send any distress call. There were no survivors. VESSEL SANITATION. The House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee will conduct a series of hearings this month on the operation and maintenance of the U.S. Public Health Service hospital system with special regard to vessel sanitation and inspection standards. September 1978 / LOG / 9 •^1 4 �'m Maritime Industiy News 33)c 5tU in ^Uosljington Senate Votes Bill To Give U.S. Shipping 'An Even Break' The Senate Commerce Committee this month voted unanimously to report to the Senate the Ocean Shipping Act of 1978—a bill that Commerce Committee Chairman Senator Howard Cannon (D-Nev.) de­ scribed as "an attempt to give American business an even break." The bill—which was passed by the House earlier this year—would prevent Soviet ocean carriers from operating as cross traders in the, U.S. trade from the U.S. mainland with rates or charges that are below rates which are just and reasonable. The bill would alter the power of the Federal Maritime Commission to suspend rate increases or decreases if they are within the range of five percent. Senator Cannon stressed that the bill "will expedite the decision-making process in regulating domestic offshore trade, and the shipping public will receive the benefit of prompt adjudication." Senator Daniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii) agreed with Senator Cannon that it is about time we aided U.S. business. He said: "For Hail to Head Panel At Transport Forum SIU President Paul Hall will head up a blue chip panel of maritime leaders next month at the 33rd Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum of the National Defense Transportation Association. The panel, working under the title "Waves of Change in International Shipping" will concentrate on exploring the threat of the growing Russian merchant marine to Political Action & Job Security SW Legislative and Political Activities Director Dave Dolgen briefs SIU "A" Seniority Upgraders at the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department during the group's educational visit to Washington earlier this month. Dolgen and other members of the SIU's legislative team explained the SIU's operation in Washing­ ton, and discussed the various bills which affect the jobs and job security of American seamen and other workers. It was an opportunity for the future full-book members of the SIU to see, and ask questions, and learn just how important political action is in preserving and upgrading job opportunities for American seafarers. National Maritime Council Warns of Soviet Intention ToControl World Sealanes The National Maritime Council this month warned that it is up to the Americanflag shipping industry to block Russia's "clear intention to control the sealanes of the world." At a recent meeting of the maritime group, NMC Chairman James R. Barker SPAD is thr SIU's poliliail land and our political arm in WasliinKloii, D.C. The SIU asks lor and accepts voluntary coatfibatlons only. The Union uses the money donated to SPAO to support the election campaigns of legislators who have shown a pro-maritime or pro-labor record. SPAD enables the SIU to work effectively on the vital martlimr issues in the Congress. These are issues that have a direct impact on the )obs and job security of all SIU memSeri, deep-sea, inland, and Lakes. The SIU urges its mcmbets to continue their fine record of support for SPAD. A member can contribute to the SPAD fund as he or she sees fit. or make no contribution at all wHhout fear of reprisal. A copy of the SPAD report is filed wHh the Federal Elec­ tion Commi"ion. It Is available for purchase from the FEC in Washinglon, D.C. 10/ LOG/September 1978 too long we have been nit-pickers finding every conceivable excuse to make it difficult for U.S. shippers to do business. The least we can do is make it possible for our front line groups to compete successfully with other front line groups." said the organization is planning "a massive effort to force the Soviet merchant marine to halt its predatory rate-slashing practices." The National Maritime Council—which represents labor and management, and is the leading spokesman for U.S.-flag shippers— is presently seeking the cooperation of other "traditional" maritime nations, and has also begun a program to alert the American public to the growing threat of Soviet dominance on the sealanes of the world. The NMC spokesman said that the Russians have more ocean-going vessels than any other national flag fleet in the world. He,warned: "The Soviets use their merchant fleet not only to transport arms and supplies to their client nations to foment unrest and revolution, but to capture trade from traditional maritime fleets through uncon­ scionably unfair trading practices." American and world shipping. Along with Hall on the panel will be Rep. John Murphy, chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee; Rear Adm. William Myers, deputy chief of Operations, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, and Vincent Hirsch, president of the U.S. Navy League. Details on this happening will be carried in the October I.og. U.S. Flag Fleet Climbs to Record 21.3 Million Tons According to the U.S. Maritime Admin­ istration, the privately-owned deep-draft fleet of the U.S. merchant marine totaled 750 vessels on Aug. 1, rising to a record 21.3 million deadweight tons. Compared to one year ago, the U.S. fleet increased by four ships and its total capacity increased by 2 million deadweight tons. The tonnage gain reflects the larger size of the new additions to the U.S. fleet, and the comparatively smaller sizes of the older vessels which were scrapped or sold. The new MarAd report also showed that as of Aug. 1, 1978, 53 merchant ships, totaling nearly 4.2 million tons, were under construction or on order in American shipyards. The new bottoms include 14 tankers, 14 liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, 10 intermodal carriers, nine dry-bulk vessels, three cargo breakbulk ships, and three special type vessels. Maritime Seminar To View Problems On Cargo Movements A seminar sponsored by a number of West Coast maritime trade groups will take place in Oakland, Calif. Oct. 25-26. The two-day dialogue will focus on U.S. maritime policy, and the practical problems in international cargo movement. Keynote speakers will include Congress­ man Robert L. Leggett(D-Calif.), a member of the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries, and a strong sup­ porter of the U.S. merchant marine; and Charles 1. Hiltzheimer, chairman of the board of Sea-Land Services Inc. Among the panelists who will be viewing "Necessary Changes in National Shipping Policy" are Richard Daschbach, chairman of the Federal MaritimeCommission, Ernest Corrado, chief counsel of the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries, and Richard K. Bank, director of the Committee of Maritime Affairs, U.S. State Department. �HALL; LABOR'S GOAL IS FULL EMPLOYMENT Soys Gov't Policy Makers Treat Unemployment as Statistic Only Acting in his capacity as Senior Vice President of the AFL-CIO and chairman of the AFL-CIO Eco­ nomic Policy Committee, SIU President Paul Hall reaffirmed the labor movement's commitment to full employment for A merica's work force in a nationwide radio broad­ cast on Labor Day. Following is a complete text of President Hall's broadcast, which was aired to millions of homes over the Mutual Radio Network. I! abor Day is a uniquely Amerij can holiday—a day of leisure, set aside to honor those men and women who work for a living— those men and women whose labor has built this great nation. It seems to me, however, that it would be callous and cruel on this particular holiday to forget or ignore those who can't labor—the men and women who are unem­ ployed or forced to work only parttime through no fault of their SIU President own. victims of their manipulation. I am not thinking of those with Too few economic policy makers physical handicaps — although —past and present—understand the theirs is a very real problem that the stark personal tragedy that unem­ trade union movement is addressing ployment causes in the home of a on a daily basis. worker whose sole income is derived Nor am I thinking of those from labor. discriminated against because of The American labor movement— their color, their sex, their age, their and. I say this with both pride and race. Theirs, too, is a serious candor—has not forgotten. We are problem now being met—although not blind to the truth. And that is loo slowly—by federal laws the why, on this Labor Day, we are trade union movement helped pass. rededicating ourselves to a continu­ No, I'm thinking of the victims of ing, unrelenting fight for a full misguided economic policies of past employment economy. administrations in Washington that created more unemployment— I wish I could report to you the policies that have still not been progress made in meeting the completely reversed and that must unemployment problem during the be reversed—policies that hurt not last 18 months means that America only millions of individual Ameri­ is well on its way to solving this cans but the entire economic struc­ fundamental problem. ture of the United States, and, thus, I can't. The truth is that the job hurt each and everyone of us. situation is still grim. More than On Labor Day, especially, it is eight million workers are today important that we all remember how without jobs and income. The far America is from being a healthy, current unemployment rate is still growing, full-employment economy. higher than in any non-recession Why? Because jobs are the main period. source of income for workers and The prospects are that the situa­ their families—the main sustenance tion will grow worse. of the American economic system. For employed workers, the prob­ This simple, basic fact is too often lem, while less severe, is still tough. ignored by those who make eco­ Inflation continues to shrink the nomic policy. It's too easy for them buying power of their paychecks. to forget that economic policy After paying their taxes—and there should be—and can be—designed to are no "tax shelters" for workers— improve human welfare and en­ their paychecks in June bought 2.3 hance human dignity. percent less than they did 12 months Too many economic policy mak­ earlier. And there is no end in sight to the ers—past and present—consider their primary goal to be increased problems of inflation. Supply short­ profit for those who already have ages, idle productive capacity, high interest rates, the actions of foreign much and greedily seek more. Too many economic policy mak­ oil-producing countries, the declin­ ers— past and present—view mass ing value of the dollar—all these unemployment only as a statistic to mean inflation will grow worse. Over the past year, consumer be manipulated up or down for political reasons—not people with prices have risen 7.4 percent—the fastest rate of increase since 1975. families, hopes and dreams. Too few economic policy makers During the first half of this year, —past and present—look behind prices rose at an annual rate of better the statistics at the men and women .than 10 percent. Food prices, interest rates, medi—and children too—who are the Paul Hall cal care costs, gas and electricity rates—all these led the inflation parade. But the greatest threat is the policy of the Federal Reserve Board—a policy that is choking off economic growth by steadily in­ creasing interest rates. Increased interest rates make a few bankers happy, of course. But they add to the costs all the rest of us have to pay for everything we buy and to the taxes we must pay. They add no value to any product or service. They threaten disaster for the housing industry, severe problems for small business and local governments. And they add to the danger of a general recession. I suppose some of you may ask, "Do not wage increases, negotiated under union contracts, cause infla­ tion?" That's a fair question and the honest answer is that the major price increases of 1978 were not caused by wage increases. The facts prove they were due to the specific shortages of necessary goods, Fed­ eral Reserve Board actions and profiteering. Generally, wage in­ creases have been less than the increase in consumer prices. The principal economic fact determining the wage increases unions must seek in collective bargaining is prices. Workers and their unions seek wage increases to meet price increases that have already taken place. Like all Ameri­ cans we do not Vv'ant to reduce our standard of living—to do that, we must-catch up and stay even. Wage increases did not start the inflation cycle, the cost-of-living clauses in union contracts only partially recover already imposed price increases. So the lower the price increases, the lower the resulting wage in­ creases will be. That is why it is so important that the Administration succeed in convincing American business and the banking commun­ ity to hold the line on prices and interest rates. Inflation pressures are aggravated by devaluation of the dollar in international financial markets—a matter of serious concern to the President. He has correctly pointed out that devaluation means imports are becoming more expensive, the prices of U.S.-made goods that contain imported parts or raw materials are going up, the export of items in short supply in the United States is increased—and inflation is compounded. Despite all these well-known facts, the Federal Reserve Board has returned to the policies of tight money and high interest rates. These policies have never worked in the past and they threaten the Presi­ dent's anti-inflation efforts. We in the AFL-CIO, who have examined these policies and their conse­ quences closely, believe that there must be an immediate reduction in interest rates, particularly for home mortgages, and that the government must control and allocate credit to socially necessary investments. Of course, unemployment itself is inflationary. Idle workers are not producing goods and services. And necessary programs to provide help to the unemployed must be paid for by the taxpayers. Increased production, brought about by higher employment levels, would reduce unit costs and the wasteful costs of idle plant and equipment, and thus reduce infla­ tion. In order to further reduce unem­ ployment, the nation needs a tax cut for low and middle-income tax­ payers and special employment programs such as CETA, public works and special youth programs —targeted to the areas of greatest need. The last thing America needs is a tax cut like that recently passed by the House of Representatives. The press has called it "tax relief for middle-income America." ' That's not true. Two-thirds of the tax relief would go to business and the very wealthy. The families of working Americans—the 88 percent with annual incomes of $30,000 or less—would get only token relief. And two million taxpayers—those with families earning $15,000 or less—would pay more in taxes. So, on Labor Day 1978, the situation is grim; the problems facing us all are growing; the healthy, growing, full employment economy America must have is still a long way off. But we in the labor movement do not despair. We continue to have faith in the American political and economic system because we have faith in the American people. We are confident that their common sense will triumph and that we can achieve the kind of economy that will put America back to work and keep it there. And, on behalf the AFL-CIO, I pledge to you that we will never cease fighting until we have achieved that goal. September 1978 /. LOG / 11 �An Eye Opening Trip for Delta America Crew Stewart Bishop, sailing ordinary sea­ man, used his spare time while in port in South America to buy up some of the local wares. After completing a run from the West Coast to Central and South America— her first as an SlU-contracted ship—the Delta America (formerly the Prudential Seqjet) arrived in New York earlier this month with a mixed cargo that included $13 million worth of Colombian coffee. Along with the green beans, which one Seafarer wryly described as, "worth more than oil", were brazil nuts, sacks of cocoa, zinc ingots, and copper. The Delta America's cargo on the outbound trip included grain, newsprint from the Northwest, asbestos, and cherries. Delta Steamship Co. purchased 13 Prudential Lines ships earlier this summer. In addition to the Delta America and another Seajet class, the Delta Chile (formerly the Oceanjet), seven other cargo ships plus four passenger/cargo ships, were included in the transaction. Built in 1966 at Bethlehem Steel's Sparrows Point Yard in Maryland, the 544 foot long Delta America boasts The Delta America pulled into New York with a cargo of coffee worth $13 million. individualized, air-conditioned fo'c'sles. Her run to South America, which included stopovers in Colombia, Ecua­ dor, and Peru, was an added benefit for the crew. Crewmembers took advantage of the various ports of call to get in some good souvenir hunting and sightseeing. Ordinary Seaman Stewart Bishop, 23, a 1974 graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School, said that the most difficult part of the voyage was, "budgeting my money." His purchases included an Alpaca sweater from Peru, and a hat similar to those made by Inca' Indians many hundreds of years ago—and still worn in Peru today. Other crewmembers couldn't resist Seafarer N. Richardson of the Delta America's steward department will have a new motif for his home with his purchases in South America, the temptation to buy wool blankets, llama skin rugs, and other local wares. Many Seafarers, including AB Jason Parker, 26, a 1970 graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School, wisely stocked up on that increasingly precious commod­ ity—coffee—while in Colombia. Parker had a chance to go on a tour of an old church while in Lima, Peru. Much to his surprise he was shown in the basement of the church bin after bin filled with . . . human bones. Just another eye-opening experience in the life of a merchant seaman. In spite of the necessary moderniza­ tion of the merchant marine, often resulting in quicker ship turnarounds, there are still plenty of opportunities for "seeing the world" open to Seafarers. The new Delta ships, as the enthusiastic reports of SIU members on the Delta America have shown, should continue to satisfy some of the age-old expecta­ tions of those who choose to go to sea in the 1970's and beyond. Allegiance Cited For Rescue of 5 In Storm at Sea The SlU-manned ST AUcf^iancc and her crew were cited last month for the rescue of five persons off a founder­ ing sailboat in a storm near the Boston Pilot Station. The 35,()()() dvvt tanker and crew were awarded a merit citation by the Ameri­ can Institute of Merchant .Shipping (AIMS) and the National Safety Council. AIMS President James J. Reynolds made the presentation for "highly meritorious service" aboard the Allegi­ ance to Capt. R. Bridgeo. The award is given for rescues and for safety training and seamanship feats which save lives and vessels in distress. An official account of the rescue said that: "On Oct. 9, 1977, at 2:30 p.m., the Allegiance was about 8 miles off Boston Pilot Station and scheduled to arrive at 3 p.m. It was raining and blowing a gale from the southeast. Visibility was about 2 miles. The seas were 10 feet and the decks awash. "At this time, a sloop-rigged sailboat about 30 feet long was observed by Capt. Bridgeo. It was disabled without engine power and radio. The mast was broken and sails were in the water." The captain recounted; "When we got close to the sloop the people on board waved their arms and Hashed a light indicating they needed assistance. 1 turned around and hove to as soon as possible and then notified the Point Allerton-Hull Coast Guard of their plight. An hour later 1 was able, after two attempts, to put my 630-foot ship alongside without damaging the sloop. "There were five people aboard and they were taken on board \ \\c Allegiance by pilot ladder. At 5:15 p.m., the Coast Guard cutter arrived and half an hour later left for Point Allerton with a Coast Guard seaman and one of the owner's party aboard the sloop in tow. The remaining four passengers were taken to Boston Harbor Anchorage on the Allegiance and left on the shore leave launch happy and thankful for the assistance we had given them." Ihe official presentation continued: "The excellent ship handling and sea­ manship displayed by Capt. Bridgeo and his crew played a major role in this successful action. Tricky maneuvering was required because of the different sizes of the two vessels involved and the handicap of stormy weather." U.S. Fleet's Cargo Share to Grow: But Jobs For Seamen? Where will the U.S. Merchant Marine be at in the year 2000? The Maritime Administration put that question to a Massachusetts con­ sulting firm. Temple, Barker, and Sloan, a while back. The results, which at fitst glance seem to paint a rosy picture, were recently released by MARAD. The report, entitled "Merchant Fleet Forecast of Vessels in U.S.-Foreign Trades", predicts that there will be a 75 percent increase in the size of the U.S. merchant fleet by the year 2000. This could mean 200 additional ships over the present number, and a 108 pe'c>'ni increase in deadweight tonnage. And, whereas U.S.-Hag ships now haul a 12 / LOG / September 1978 pathetic 5 percent of its own waterborne trade, this will increase to 11.7 percent over the next 25 years. Unfortunately, when you consider the future increases in ship size, and the introduction of continually more mod­ ern and efficient equipmcr.i which cut down manning requirements, the "gains" revealed in the MARAD report may not mean all that much in terms of jobs for seamen. By way of comparison to the U.S. fleet, the British, French, and Nor­ wegian merchant marines now haul more than 30 percent of their own ocean-borne commerce. Japan carries more than 40 percent; West Germany,, 20 percent; and the Soviet Union- realizing the importance of a strong merchant marine -more than 50.per­ cent. The 50 percent mark is also the goal of the SIU for the U.S. Merchant Marine. The Union will be working hard in the years to come to achieve this goal which we consider not only realistic, but vital. According to the Marad report, we can expect to see a large increase in the number of liquid natural gas (LNG) ships and containerships by the year 20()0. Not only will there be more of these modern ships, they will also be bigger. The size of LNG ships, the report forecasts, v^ill increase by 133 percent over that time period. As opposed to increased numbers of these ships, there will be a 60 percent decrease in the number of more conventional general cargo ships. In the oil tanker category, there will be a 15 percent decrease in the number of U.S. foreign trade tankers, wh-'.- the average capacity of tankers will double. So more oil will be carried, but by fewer ships-and by fewer men. That is, if the report is correct in its projections. The U.S. must haul more of a lion's share of its own cargo by the year 2000. The SIU doesn't consider 11.7 percent to be a lion's share. Far from it. In fact, it really doesn't even come clo.se to being adequate in terms of real merchant mar­ ine strength or security for U.S. sea­ farers. �PL-480 More Than a Number to U.S. Merchant Fleet What does the launching of the world's first atomic-powered sub­ marine, the Nautilus, and the merger of the AFL with the CIO have in common with the New York Giant's win over the Cleveland Indians in the World Series? The answer is the year 1954. Legislatively, 1954 was also a big year for the United States Merchant Marine. Without the passage in that year of Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act,- better known as Public Law (PL) 480, and the passage of the 1954 Cargo Preference Act, there's no doubt that the merchant marine would be in much worse shape than it is in today. In a nutshell, PL-480 authorized the low-cost sale of surplus agricultural commodities, and the donation of agri­ cultural goods to needy or underde­ veloped countries. The 1954 Cargo Preference Act stipulates that at least half of all U.S. Government financed foreign aid cargoes, including those coming under PL-480,be carried in U.S.flag ships. In past years the combination of PL480 and the Cargo Preference Act has enabled countless American ships to "top off holds that otherwise would have been loaded below capacity. With­ out these laws, millions of dollars worth of cargo would have been lost to foreign and "flag-of-convenience" ships. In many cases these-PL-480 cargoes have made the difference between profit-or at least breaking even—and bankruptcy for U.S. operators. It is hard to understand why there has always been so much opposition to such beneficial legislation. Well, maybe it's not so hard—it can be summed up in a word: greed. Supposed "patriotic" com­ panies and individuals, more concerned with reaping phenomenal profits—at anyone's expense—than keeping the best interests of the nation in mind, have fought this legislation and have tried repeatedly to water it down after passage. Theso same elements have suc­ ceeded in keeping expanded and badly needed cargo preference legislation from becoming law as late as last year. The SlU, one of the staunchest sup­ porters of the original Cargo Preference Act, continues to fight for better laws, and to protect those that are already on the books. What actually do PL-480 cargoes f jBrotherhood m Ajotiof) amount to? In August alone, purchase authorization agreements under PL-480 were signed with the following coun­ tries: • Portugal—$40 million in corn, wheat, and rice (313,000 Metric Tons). • Zaire—$18 million in wheat, wheat flour, rice, tobacco, and cotton. • Zambia—$8.5 million in wheat/ wheat flour, rice, bean/cottonseed oil and rice. • Egypt—An amendment to the 12-777 agreement increasing its purchase of wheat/wheat flour to $189 million (1.5 million Metric Tons). • Jamaica—$8 million in corn and soybean/cottonseed oil. The 1954 Cargo Preference Act, sometimes called the "50-50 Law", guarantees that at least 50 percent of Personals such cargoes as these will be carried in American ships. This has proven to be a tremendous help in keeping the mer­ chant marine, such as it is, afloat. But foreign aid and PL-480 cargoes are piaclically a drop in the bucket compared with other types of cargo, such as oil, not covered by cargo preference legislation, which is being carried in increasingly larger amounts by foreign and "flag-of-convenience" ships. Additional good legislation favorable to the merchant marine, such as cargo preference laws covering oil shipments, is long overdue. It is only a matter of time before a proposal for such legisla­ tion surfaces again. Support for it will be support for a stronger merchant marine and for a stronger country. Personals William C. Boulton Mario Lopez Your son, Shawn D. Boulton, would like you to write him at Route 1, Box 1, Huntsville, Tex. 77340. Your cousin, Col. Argemiro Aldabo Lopez, would like you to write him at SQN 103, Bl. D, Apto. 502, Brasilia. D. F., Brazil. Eddie Caravona Judy Audrey Moore Rodriguez would like you to write her at Box 65, Winchester, Ind. 47347, or call (317) 584-4547. Levy Lincoln Williamson Your brother. Ivy, would like you to call him at (813) 439-1484 or write P.O. Box 1985, Winterhaven, Fla. 33880. Alberto Galza ...for SlU members with an alcohol problem One of the most important reasons for the success of the Seafarers Alco­ holic Rehabilitation Center, sponsored by the Seafarers Welfare Plan, is the caring attitude of the staff there. Here are some thoughts about alcoholism from Joe Walker, who is the Clinical ..Manager at the ARC. Alcoholism is a disease. It can be treated. An alcoholic needs the help of everyone around him in order to stop drinking and stay sober. Those who help our brothers in a very unique way are the alcoholism counse­ lors at the ARC. But before a counselor can be of any assistance to an alcoholic, the Sea­ farer himself must want to stop drinking and stay sober. The counselor encour­ ages this idea by helping him to realize what he is doing to himself by drink­ ing and by showing him where he is going if he doesn't stop. Wanting to stop drinking is a very important step in the life of an alcoholic. This small step is only the first in a long climb to recovery. At the ARC, the alcoholism counselors present the alco­ I holic with the facts of his disease. But while they are doing this, the counselors also have to cope with the games and denials that are the symptoms of the al­ coholic's disease. Alcohol has a way of taking over the entire body and making the drinker believe that he does not have a problem. Our alcoholic Brothers need trust and honesty. The ARC counselors earn this trust. They are totally non-judgmental and do not criticize the Seafarer for his past actions. The counselors do, how­ ever, stress the importance of starting a new life without alcohol. An alcoholism counselor may not al­ ways succeed with every alcoholic. But most of the time he has at least planted the seed of hope in the Seafarer who is suffering from alcoholism. Getting sober, staying sober and be­ ginning recovery are hard jobs. With the help of the counselors, alcoholic Sea­ farers can accept responsibility for their drinking. Thus, they can begin totally new lives with renewed attitudes, values and principles. Mrs. Evelyn Bennington would like you to write her at 8015 Ridgely Oak Rd., Baltimore, Md. 21234, or call (301) 665-1407. "Wild Bill" Killian Jake Karaczynski would like you to contact him at 919 East 46th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. or (212) 287-6491. James Joseph Kirwan Your daughter, Agnes E. Rose, Would like you to write her at 3452 H St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19134. Ronnie Shelton H. F. Schaubel would like you to write him c/o Marine Engineers Bene­ ficial Association, #9 Light St., Balti­ more, Md. 21202. He says it is very important. John W. Barzak Your brother, Donald, would like you to write him at 14144 Woodland Ridge Blvd., Baton Rouge, La. 708/6, or call (504) 293-8598. Walter Mosley Frank Skendrovich Your niece, Mrs. Theresa Kimmel would like you to call her at (212) BA 4-0454, after 6 p.m. Your wife. Vera, would like you to call her at (212) 287-0983 or write her at 2021 E. 41st St., Apt. I A, New York, N.Y. 11225. Member Buried at Sea Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center I I am interested in attending a six-week program at the .Alcoholic j Rehabilitation Center. I understand that all m\ metlica! and counseling I records uill be kept slrictly confidential, and that the\ will not be kept j an\ \vhere except at The Center. I j Name Book No I I j I Address (Street or RFD) (Cilv) (State) Telephone No Mail to; THE CENTER Star Route Box 153-A Yallev Lee, Md. 20692 ur call, 24 hours-a-day, (301) 904-00]0 (Zip) Capt. Leon H. Jean (left background) of the SS Transindiana (Hudson Waterways) reads from prayer book at funeral services conducted at sea for Chief Electrician Paul R. Smith who had a heart attack on the ship and later died in Guantanamo Bay (Cuba) U.S. Naval Hospital. The master read to the assembled crewmembers at the ceremony "We are gathered here this day on the deck of the SS Trans­ indiana to pay our respects to our departed brother, Paul R. Smith who passed away on July 7, 1978. He was 50 years of age. 'Brother Smith you have returned home at 0835 hours this 24th day of July. 1978 in the Latitude 21 degrees and 16 minutes North and Longitude 74 degrees and 24 minutes West. You are now and forever returned to the sea. We pay our respects to you, each in his own manner, with our thoughts and prayers and the reading of the 23rd Psalm..." The vessel's engine stopped. And with a moment of silence. . . . September 1978 / LOG / 13 �27 Taiwanese Seamen Stranded By Flag-of-Convenience Operator When the Liberian-registered bulk carrier Sachsenhausen was sold to a Greek company last July, the new owners flew in their own nationals to crew her. The ship sailed for Duluth, Minn, with the Greek crew a few days after the ownership change. This left the original 27 Taiwanese seamen stranded in Ontario without work or the wages and air fare home the original ship­ owners, Antares Maritima S.A. of Monrovia, had promised them. The Taiwanese sought assistance from the International Transport Workers Federation, an independent, international labor organization which has been working to establish world minimum pay scales and decent ship­ board working conditions for sailors. An investigation by ITF, which also defends flag-of-convenience crews in marked the worst oil spill ever in American waters. The 68 million gallons of oil spilled by the American-owned, Liberian-regis­ tered Amoco Cadiz last March, which despoiled 70 miles of French coastline and destroyed the fishing industry in northern France, was the worst spill in world history. Crewing standards on flag-of-con­ venience vessels are also notoriously poor. Two of the largest ship collisions in maritime history involved officers on flag-of-convenience ships who were either sailing without a license or later had their licenses suspended or revoked. The main reason a company registers a vessel under Liberian, Panamanian or other convenience flags, is profits. Cutting corners wherever possible keeps down costs and shoots up profits. wage or condition disputes, turned up the information that Antares Maritima was paying the sailors far below the international wage scales ITF set and the company had agreed to honor. The crew eventually received $4,600 per man in back pay from the company. The mistreatment of the Sachsenhausen's crew points up, once again, the problems caused by flag-of-convenience ships. Incident after incident proves the vessels of the runaway fleet are unsafe to sail, inadequately manned and a threat to the safety of the men who crew them as well as to the world environment. Ships flying a flag-of-convenience have caused the worst oil spills in history. When the Liberian flag Argo Merchant dumped 7.6 million gallons of crude into the Atlantic Ocean in 1976 it DBNtdieps RNort Iw GKHI likes Afir'fT^T 1 11 107« AUiiUM 1-Jl, iy/» *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C '^REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Algonac (Hdqrs.) 42 14 8 60 63 6 26 3 8 4 21 8 2 1 6 2 3 0 30 55 73 u" 83 68 86 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Algonac (Hdqrs.) 32 10 3 32 30 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Algonac (Hdqrs.) 8 3 0 25 8 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Algonac (Hdqrs.) Totals All Departments 57 80 44 0 0 139 107 55 117 101 '"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ""Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Mount Explorer Committee Testifying before Senate Commerce Committee hearings in 1977, SIU President Paul Hall said a company registers a vessel under a foreign flag, "to avoid something—taxes, decent wages, environmental standards and requirements." The SIU, along with government agencies and other maritime organiza­ tions, has been fighting for years to curb the use of flag-of-convenience vessels. The member nations of the Intergov­ ernmental Maritime Consultative Or­ ganization, a U.N. agency, have been meeting to set minimum training and safety standards for all merchant vessels. An effective way to limit the use of the flag-of-convenience fleet is through Congressional legislation requiring a sizeable percentage ofU.S.oil imports be carried on American-flag ships. The recently defeated oil cargo preference bill would have assured the U.S. fleet carriage of 9.5 percent of oil imports. But the powerful, multinational oil companies, who own and operate many flag-of-convenience ships, lobbied heavily against the bill, just as they work to defeat all measures designed to check the runaway fleet. As disasters involving flag-of-convenience vessels continue to occur, they fuel the arguments of the SIU, IMCO, the ITF and others who have been trying to cut back that fleet. These accidents also fire the outcry from the press and the general public. But it should be a surprise to no one that unsafe vessels carrying ill-trained, unpaid crews have major accidents. And as long as flag-of-convenience ships are allowed to engage in trade without adhering to any training, manning and safety standards, these disasters will continue. That Cargo Has Gotta Move! ...Andyou're the one who makes it happen Responsibility. Respect. And more money, too. These are the things you can earn when you are so good at what you do that you're really the best. THEY'RE THE THINGS YOU EARN WHEN YOU'RE THE CHIEF PUMPMAN. Why settle for less? You're an SIU Seafarer—the most professional maritime worker in the world. You're the best—make it pay. Sign up for the Pumproom Maintenance Operation Course at HI.S. See your SIU Representative today. Course Starts October 30 Coming out of the Seatrain Shipyard, Brooklyn, N.Y., after repairs last month was the ST Mount Explorer {Cove Tankers). Here's her Ship's Committee of (standing I. to r.) Recertified Bosun Durell L. McCorvey, ship's chairman: Engine Delegate R. W. Nurmi; Educational Director H.G. Sanford and Steward Delegate P.R. Rogers. Seated is Deck Delegate F.R. Schwarz. Notice to Members On Job Call Procedure When throwing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SIU Hiring Hall, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • registration card 14 / LOG / September 1978 clinic card seaman's papers INLAND �Labor Takes Big Step to Bolster Job Safety Laws Washington, D.C.—The AFL-CIO's new Department of Occupational Safe­ ty and Health, concerned with a mount­ ing legislative campaign to weaken the nation's primary job safety law, spon­ sored a National Conference on Occu­ pational Safety and Health here earlier this month. Many issues relating to job safety were discussed during the three-day conference attended by over 1,200 dele­ gates from around the country. But the central issue on most delegates minds was the current attempt by anti-labor elements to undermine the Occupa­ tional Safety and Health Act of 1970. The Act, through its enforcement agency the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), is charged with the responsibility of set­ ting up, and enforcing, safety and health standards in work environments. Speaking at the conference about the history of opposition to OSHA, AFLCIO President George Meany said, "Fioni the day that OSHA was signed into law, the alliance of convenience be­ tween the far right and the supposedly respectable business organizations has sought to weaken it, undermine it and, ultimately, destroy it." N A serious threat to OSHA is an amendment to the Small Business In­ vestment Act, introduced by Sen. Dewey F. Bartlett (R.-Okla.). Also known as the "Bartlett Amendment", it would exempt workplaces with fewer than 10 employees from having to com­ ply with OSHA safety regulations. This is a typical anti-labor move showing more concern for profits than for em­ ployee well-being. Meany blasted the Bartlett Amend­ ment saying that it, "condemns nearly 3 million Americans to unsafe and un­ healthy working conditions ... it will turn several million work places into death traps." He went on to say that, "most of all, the Bartlett amendment is designed to kill OSHA—slowly, but surely, like cotton dust or asbestos or lead kills workers." OSHA itself has been the subject of considerable criticism in recent years. This stems largely from the fact that its effectiveness is limited by the dollars the government chooses to pump into it. Unfortunately, it has nut received the funding it deserves to do an adequate job. It was noted at the conference by Meany, however, that while the Carter Administration could do more along these lines to bolster OSHA, it is doing a better job than cither the Nixon or Ford administrations did. It should be noted, as well, that the present adminis­ tration is opposed to the Bartlett amend­ ment and has campaigned against it. OSHA's effectiveness was further hampered earlier this year by a Supreme Court decision which ruled that OSHA inspectors would no longer be allowed to make unannounced spot checks of workplaces. This ruling, requiring that inspectors must first obtain search warrants has, of course, played into the hands of owners. It makes OSHA's job more difficult while, at the same time, it slows down the whole process of upgrading work environments. Maritime Safety The maritime trades were well rep­ resented at the conference, and a roundtable discussion of marine health and safety rules was held on September 12. In attendance were reps from the SlU, the ILA, Boilermakers, United Marine and Shipbuilders, and the Carpenters (representing marine divers). The con­ sensus of opinion arrived at was that OSHA falls far short in affecting im­ provements in various areas of the mari­ time industry. The ILA noted a decline in safety en­ forcement on the docks, and pointed out that OSHA has refused to act on certain hazards uncovered by that union. Similar complaints were regis­ tered by other union reps attending the discussion. The SlU pointed out that neither OSHA nor the Coast Guard have seen fit to enforce OSHA-type standards on American ships. There seems to be more concern, the SlU noted, for the naviga­ tion of the ships—and the upkeep of machinery — than for the working condi­ tions of seafarers. Even the designs of some of the most modern ships show a lack of concern for the occupational safety and health of the crews that man them. The National Conference on Occupa­ tional Safety and Health has revealed that, despite the gains that have been made in improving work conditions, oc­ cupational safety and health will con­ tinue to be a major issue in the future. Russian Rate Slashing Eyed By U.S. Senate Washington, D.C.—A much needed bill aimed at curbing the growing dominance of the Russian merchant fleet in the U.S. liner trades is picking up steam in the Senate. Ever since American ports were reopened to the Russians in 1971, they have been capturing ever increasing shares of the U.S. liner trade through anti-competitive rate slashing. The Senate bill, known as the Ocean Shipping Act of 1978, authorizes the Federal Maritime Commission to suspend or alter shipping rates found to be too far below conference or accepted rate levels of a trade. The House of Representatives has already passed its own version of this bill by an overwhelming 329 to 6 majority. The House measure is known as the Controlled Carrier bill. Both the House and Senate versions of this legislation, though, mark Congress' awareness of the extent to which the Russians have penetrated U.S. liner trade routes. Over the last 15 years, the relatively small liner fleet of the USSR has grown to the largest in the world. And the American fleet, once far superior to the Russian's, is now ranked number seven. Herb Brand, president of the Trans­ portation Institute, testified at hearings on the bill this month. He said that, "between 1971 and 1976 Soviet partici­ pation in U.S. liner ocean borne foreign trade jumped from 160,000 tons valued at some $38 million to 1,434,000 tons valued at $1.7 billion." The Russians have been able to achieve such great success in U.S. trade routes by selective rate slashing. The Soviets substantially undercut going conference rates on the traffic they want and leave less desirable commodities to other operators by raising rates on those goods. Charles I. Hiltzheimer, chairman of the Board of Sea-Land, presented the Senate hearings with an analysis of rates on key Atlantic and Pacific trade routes for more than 100 commodities. "Soviet rates," Hiltzheimer said, "ranged from 10 percent to 40 percent lower than existing conference rates." One reason the Russian fleet has been able to offer commodity transport at such cut-rate levels is because the Soviet economy is not a free-market economy based on profit, like the U.S. and other Western economies. "The very nature of our free enter­ prise system," Hiltzheimer said, "re­ quires that we return an adequate profit in order to remain in business over the long term." U.S. carriers need to make profits in order to replace and expand their fleets. State-controlled fleets are subsidized by their governments to an unlimited extent. Complete government subsidies have made it possible for the Russians to develop a fleet that is five to six times larger than necessary to transport all of the USSR's own liner trade. So, if the Russians aren't in it for profit, why are they after U.S. cargoes? One reason is the need to earn foreign currency. The Russians have huge debt obligations and they need hard currency just to meet the interest payments on those debts. As T. 1. President Brand pointed out, "certain export industries are en­ couraged because they have the poten­ tial to earn hard currency. Clearly, Soviet maritime activity in the cross trades of the U.S. is one of these industries." Another reason is military leverage. The Soviet merchant marine serves as an adjunct to their Navy. Brand explained that "the Soviet Union's maritime fleet is prepared to operate with the Soviet Navy in time of war because it operates with the Navy in times of peace. Many of its cargo ships can be adapted to carry any type of shipment." 1 he Russians have been allowed to operate unrestricted in the U.S. trades for so long that the situation is now critical. 1 hey are already moving more U.S. cargo than the American merchant fleet. And they have more liner vessels on order than any other fleet in the world. For the U.S., Soviet maritime dom­ inance in our own trades means a loss of jobs for American seamen, and a threat to U.S. national security and to the stability of our merchant fleet. Though some have argued that both the House and Senate rate regulatory bills limit competition, the legislation will, in fact, do just the opposite by making free-market carriers competi­ tive with state-controlled fleets. The Senate bill authorizes the EMC to regulate rales based on several factors, including; whether the asking rate of a state-owned carrier is based upon that carrier's actual costs; the relationship of the state-owned carrier's rates to those of other carriers in the trade and; whether the asking rate is necessary to assume movement of a given cargo. In his concluding remarks. Brand tried to put the bill into perspective. He said: "When we talk about the Russians, we are not talking about an allied nation which looks down the long road of history as a working partner with us. We are talking about somebody who is working everyday on a variety of fronts to destroy the effectiveness of our nation, and to take away from us the position of leadership, both politically and economically. 1 think that anything wc do to encourage that is a step in the direction of suicide or self-destruction." W,C. Officials, Members TourHLS Tug Elizabeth Smith To Work New Orleans A new engine, a new paint job and a top to bottom refurbishing has changed an old railroad tug into a shipdocking tug that looks like she belongs in New Orleans harbor. The Elizabeth Smith recently made her debut in this busy port, bringing new jobs for SIU Boatmen with Crescent Towing and Salvage. Her original high wheelhouse, once necessary for the pilot to see over railroad barges, was lowered at the Main Iron Works in Houma, La. for more streamlined maneuverability in shipdocking. She measures 106 ft. by 26 ft. and now has 1,800 hp. She will work between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. The Elizabeth Smith is the latest in a long line of tugs named after members of the family which runs Crescent Towing. And just as the Smiths have a full supply of children as a source of new names, their company has plenty of new tugs to keep up with them. But for the moment the tugs seem to be ahead of the Smiths. In addition to the Elizabeth Smith, three more remodeled vessels are expected out of the shipyard this month, the Sandara Smith, the Jason Smith and a third, as yet unnamed. Officials and rank-and-file members of tfie Marine Cooks and Stewards Union, whicfi recently merged into thie A&G district, made tfieir first visit to ttie Lundeberg School earlier this month. Their purpose was to take a first hand look at the School's facilities which are available to the West Coast steward department people as members of the A&G district. Also on hand as interested observers were several officials and members of the Sailors Union of the Pacific and the Marine Firemen's Union. In above photo. SIU President Paul Hall talks with part of the visiting group. Septeinber 1978 / LOG / 15 �Boatman Alan Rudd practices using the radar aboard the Collins. Individual instruction teaches every Boatman what he needs to know to work in his area. Here, Instructor Chuck Dwyer (right) explains a charting problem to Alan Hitt. Upon completing their training program, the scholarship class expressed their gratitude by presenting plaques to the Transportation Institute and the Harry Lundeberg School. Shown during the presentation are (left to right) Abe Easter, William Guerrin, Angelo Tireili, David Hendrix, Ray­ mond McDonald, Hazel Brown, Roland Benz, Chuck Dwyer, Jack Miller and Alan Rudd. "This Program is One of the Most Fantastic Courses..." Boatman James Pope rj* In the past few months, over 40 newly-licensed towboat operators have entered the towing industry. All of these men have completed the best training course in the country for tow boat operators—the Transportation Institute Towboat Operator Scholarship Program at the Harry Lundeberg School. In August, 24 more boatmen completed this program. They are the second talented group of scholarship graduates. For all of these boatmen, the Scholarship Program was a great oppor-||; tunity. The curriculum was the best available anywhere, and the money they received from the scholarship made it possible for them to attend the three-month course.^ One reason the scholarship program is so successful is the individual! attention that each student gets. "This is an excellent program," noted| Boatman Roland Benz, "the instructors are the best. They give you 100 percent, they will work with you any time and they have a great attitude." Another reason the program works so well is the many job opportuni­ ties for the graduates. As Boatman Raymond McDonald put it, "l| needed the program and the Lundeberg School to get my license."! Brother Alan Hitt added, "The inland industry has such fantastic growth ] potential. I'm grateful for the opportunity to be a part of it."i Brother Alan Rudd saw the job opportunities as a good reason| Jo apply for a scholarship, "The companies don't have enough j operators, so there is a big chance for advancement," he said,| "and the money you get during the program is a big heip."| So, there are a lot of elements in the scholarship program| that help it to work so well. A fine curriculum with good ;^ teachers and plenty of on-the-job training, a weekly income| for scholarship winners so they can afford to go to school,| and a cooperative attitude from management, labor and :i educators that is helping to keep the towing industry strong 16 / LOG / September 1978 Michael Caldwell learns crew management skills by super­ vising trainees aboard the HLS Barges as he works under the direction of instructor Captain Jack Miller. �Industry needs qualified towboat operators. The best way for a boat­ man to learn the job is to do It. So, on the Job training is an Important part of the scholarship program. (1) Roland Benz polishes his steering skills during on-the-job training. (2) Don Rodgers enters his hours In the wheelhouse into the Collins' log book. All of this time counts the same as wheelhouse ex­ perience on the waterways. ¥ (2) (1) "The Scholarship Program is a Golden Opportunity for Advancement..." Boatman Kenneth Kirwin Boatman Angelo Tirelli, from Do­ rado, Puerto Rico, graduated from HLS as a trainee in Class #184. Today, thanks to the scholarship program. Brother Tirelli is a li­ censed towboat operator. "I heard about the scholarship program from my SlU representa­ tive," Boatman Tirelli said. "I de­ cided to apply because I really wanted to advance. I'm very grate­ ful for the money I received during ; the course—it was a big help." For Brother Tirelli, and 6 of his classmates in the Second Scholar­ ship Class, there was an additional benefit. Since these men graduated from HLS, every day they spent in the program counted as a day of work time. So, the Transportation Institute Towboat Operator Scholarship Pro­ gram has something to offer every talented Boatman who wants to get ahead. Here's what the scholarship pro­ gram provides: • Special three-month curricu­ lum offered only at the Harry Lundeberg School • Room, board and books free • Tuition free • Weekly stipend of $125 • Time spent in on-the-job train­ ing is Coast Guard approved as the equivalent of wheelhouse time • Day-for-day work time credit for HLS entry graduates For qualified Boatmen who want to move into the wheelhouse, the scholarship program is the best way to go. So contact your SlU Representative or HLS and ask for an application. As Boatman Raymond McDonald said, "Towing is one of the few in­ dustries that works closely with labor and this makes opportunities for all of us." Boatmen Michael Caldwell and Heley Mareno work together during class to solve a navigation problem. Zhe Second ZraHsportat'm Jnstitute Zowboat Operator Scholarskip Class BHan Nole Don Rodgers Pat O'Neal Robert Hoffman Micliael Caldwell /. , ^ Mm i David Hendrix Ronald Meinke Christopher Schlegel William Guerrin Gary Creighton Raymond McDonald Michael Bradshaw Kenneth Glaser Roland Benz Alan Rudd Robert Watklns C/ Murray Hughes Angelo Tirelli Alan HItt Kenneth Kirwin MA Roy Helmstetter A John Varner September 1978 / LOG / 17 �Wouldn't Have Made it Without SIU' LETTERS TO THE EDITOR This letter is to express my thanks to the SIU for benefits given me many times in past years when I was in the hospital, and for the benefits I received upon the death of my husband, Seafarer William Swilley. My husband was very proud of this Union. I am also very proud. Without the help of the SIU, we couldn't have made it. Many thanks again. * Sincerely, Mlrs. Dorothy Swilley Pearl River, La. Pensioner Is SiU Top to Bottom Two years ago I received a letter which I believe was to be the most important letter I have ever received in all my life. Had I been told 40 years ago that someday 1 would get a letter like this, I surely would have believed that someone was trying to play a cruel joke on me. It just didn't seem possible back in those days that someday a seaman would be able to retire with a pension. This very important letter was from the Board of Trustees of the Seafarers Pension Plan informing me that my application for a Pension had been approved. During the past two years of my retirement many of my evenings have been occupied with memories of my sea-going days. And what fond memories these are. Believe me, it wasn't very easy trying to live ashore in one place day in and day out after having spent more than 40 years of my life knocking around this world. But what I found to be even more difficult, was having to admit to myself that I shall never again be able to go back to any one of these places that I had been to and seen. Therefore, I must find contentment in my memories. What better place is there to sort of celebrate my first two years of retirement than at this beautiful and peaceful setting on the shores of the Potomac River in Maryland which all of us Seafarers know as Piney Point. Seven years ago I made a promise to myself that before I die I must come back to this place and stay a few days in these peaceful surroundings. I am a most fortunate man indeed, as that promise has now been fulfilled. Seven years ago 1 came here as a Delegate from the Port of New Orleans to attend an Educational Conference. I was very highly impressed with all that I saw and learned here. But what impressed me most of all was listening to those speeches of our President Paul Hall. I had no idea that this man was such a great speaker as this was my first opportunity to listen to him speak before an audience. So every morning I would look forward to listening to him speak to us at our afternoon sessions. I also learned that this man has many other fine qualities about him besides being a great speaker. Of all the men in the history of organized labor in these United States, Paul Hall certainly stands out as one of the most dedicated to that which he represents, the maritime industry. This man, for many years, has given so much of his time, so much of himself in the fight to make a better way of life for those of us who go to sea. And he has succeeded. For today his record speaks for itself. The speeches that this man has made in our behalf in Cojogress, at labor conventions and before many other gatherings of people would fill volumes of books. We pensioners, active Seafarers and especially those young men who are now coming up are very fortunate indeed in having Paul Hall at the helm of our organization always steering on a course to higher achievements and towards a more secure future. Unfortunately there have always been and still are those (and too many of them) in Washington who always make it quite difficult for him, but that has never discouraged him. On the contrary, he comes back fighting even harder for us. I believe that the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship must be the greatest of his many achievements and I feel certain that there must be countless others who must feel as I do. This place shall always remain a legacy to those young men in the future who will come here to begin their seagoing careers, and to those who sail on the Great Lakes and Inland Waterways. The many courses for advancement to better paying jobs, which are available in all three departments along with the most up-to-date equipment, and most important of all, a staff of instructors and all of the other personnel here who are completely dedicated to their professions and students have no equal in any other school anywhere. This school can very well be compared to an institution of higher learning due to the advanced and specialized training it offers for the highly skilled jobs aboard these new automated ships today. In this Union, any member is welcome, and encouraged, to come here, at no cost to him, learn what he came here to learn, and leave here with the assurance that his training has qualified him for a better paying job thereby assuring him of a better way of life for himself and his family. I ask you. Where else can a man get a better shake than this? So in conclusion let me just say this: that most men's greatness is not acknowledged in their lifetime, but only after they are gone, Paul Hall is fortunnte, and descrvingly so, that he is today a living part of his many achievements and dreams which have become a reality. And his greatest accomplishment is right here in Piney Point. This place shall be a living monument to him always, not only as that of a man whose life was dedicated to the betterment of those men who go down to the sea in ships. But also to a truly great fighter in the long and turbulent history of the maritime unions in their long struggle for survival and for a better way of life for their members, the American seamen. Therefore, I should like to title this effort of mine: Some Words of Tribute to a Great Labor Leader. Written on this 23rd day of August 1978 in Piney Point, Maryland. Fraternally, Charles Lee Mazur 18 / LOG / September 1978 Anchored Inger Hit by Greek Freighter While anchored, awaiting transit at the Panama Canal we had a surprising incident happen. At approximately 5:20 P.M. on 7/21/78, a Greek freighter apparently lost its plant and maneuverability and rammed into our port side by tt 1 hatch. Although she had lost most of her way, we all felt the jolt. We had only minor hull damage at the deck line, but the other ship was holed in the stem, and ballast water was pouring from her forpeak tanks. I think everyone aboard was reminded how easily an accident can happen, even while laying in a safe anchorage. Fraternally, Jack W. Edwards, E-296 Ships Chairman S/S Inger C.G. Praises 2 SiU Tankermen During the Coast Guard investigation of an oil spill involving the tank barge Shamrock at the Conoco Pier on 15 June 1978, information concerning the actions pf the tankermen has been brought to my attention. Tankermen MICHAEL ROSENTHAL and STEVE FINCH, once having observed oil coming to the surface in the vicinity of cargo tank 4 starboard, secured the transfer of #2 fuel oil to the barge and notified the proper authorities. A sausage boom was put in place to contain any oil coming up. The tankermen took it upon themselves to pump #4 starboard cargo tank empty to stop any further discharge. Upon the arrival of the Coast Guard investigators only a slight sheen was observed in the water as well as the sausage boom. Cargo tank 4 starboard was empty. All too many times are tankermen satisfied tosecure the valve and wait for the Coast Guard to arrive without taking further action. Therefore, it is with pleasure that Kcommend tankermen MICHAEL ROSENTHAL and STEVE FINCH for their quick actions in mitigating the spill. This is the cooperation that the Coast Guard seeks to have with industry to assist in maintaining a clean environment in which everyone must live. Sincerely, K. B. SCHUMACHER Captain, U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port Baltimore, Maryland Soptembet, 1978 LOG Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Guif, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO Vol. 40, No. 9 Executive Board Paul Hall President Frank Drozak Joe DiGiorgio Executive Vice President Secretary-T reasurer Cal Tanner Vice President Lindsay Williams Earl Shepard Vice President Vice President luio* Pits James Gannon 389 Editor Ray Bourdius Marcia Reiss Edra Ziesk Mike Gillen Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Frank Cianciotti Dennis Lundy Director/ Photography Photography Marie Kosciusko George J. Vana Administrative Assistant Production/Art Director Published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Second class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. (ISSN #0160-2047) �Ocean Mining Bill in Hands of Senate The stage is now set for the final act in Congressional approval of ocean mining legislation. Senate action, expected soon, could get the show on the road for this promising new industry. But it could also draw the curtain on American job opportunity within it. The bill soon to be voted on by the Senate is the Deep Seabed Mineral Resources Act, S. 2053. The basic question behind its success or failure is whether or not the Senate will insist on American benefits from ocean mining or allow it to turn into another runaway industry. The House of Representatives has already answered this question. In July the House overwhelmingly passed a bill, H. R. 3350, which guarantees that ocean mining ven­ tures permitted by the U.S. con­ tribute to the economic health of the nation. The guarantee was spelled out in three SIU supported amendments to the bill. Basically, these amend­ ments require the use of U.S. registered and U.S. manned vessels in ocean mining. Similar provisions have been included in ocean mining legislation favorably reported by three Senate Committees. The Committees on Energy and Natural Resources; the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, and the Com­ mittee on Foreign Relations have all endorsed U.S. flag requirements in their versions of the bill. Moreover, all three Committees have agreed to submit the strongest version of the bill for full Senate action. This is S. 2053, prepared by the Foreign Relations Com.mittee. The SIU has taken a strong stand on protecting U.S. job rights, leading up to and throughout the House and Senate proceedings on ocean mining. We have explained our position before in terms of the overall benefits this protection would insure for American workers and the American economy. But now that Congressional action is in its final stages, we would like to add what some of the lead players—members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee them­ selves—had to say recently about the reasons for supporting U.S.-flag Change of Address Or New Subscribfer EdHor, LOG 675 Fourth Are^ BrooUyn, N. Y. 11232 I wouM like to rccclTc the LOG—pkatc put my name on your mailing list* tfrlml im/ormmtlmiti NAME ... ADDRESS STATE CITY ZIP. SIU members"please give: See. Sec. # Bk# /- TO AVOID DUPLICATION: If you arc an old subscriber and have a change of address, please give your former address below or send mailing-label from last issue received. ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP. Launrhing It! ocean mining. But they cover the major issues at stake in the future of this important legislation, which in "Such a provision is important in short, mean economic security for order to provide that the economic the U.S. benefits arising from ocean mining Without statutory requirements ventures operating under U.S. for the use of U.S. flag vessels and legislation accrue to the U.S." manpower in ocean mining, the industry will be put up for grabs by Sen. Clifford Case (R-N.J.): multinational corporations. Like "Ocean mining is something new, the House passed version of the bill, something we are creating. It is an the Senate bill will prevent a extension of the U.S., and requiring wholesale giveaway of American the use of American ships will not jobs, taxes and technology. It will result in an international relations protect the thousands of jobs expected for American workers in problem." ocean mining, the millions of tax dollars which U.S. registered opera­ Sen. Frank Church (D-Idaho): tions will produce and the millions "American technology should be already spent by U.S. companies in utilized to assure that economic mining technology. benefits accrue to the U.S. If we keep These are the economic benefits giving everything away, we will lose this country needs as much as we our stature in the world. Our trading need the valuable mineral resources partners are cutting us off at the lying on the ocean floor. We can't knees." afford to give them away, and certainly not when it means setting Sen. Henry Jackson (D-Wash.): up another runaway industry to "Ocean mining promises to be a benefit at our expense. stimulus for significant new private For these reasons, the SIU urges investment, and for the creation of the Senate to pass S.2053. And we many new employment opportuni­ urge the joint House-Senate con­ ties in the U.S." ference to soon afterward agree on a These are only some of the final bill which will preserve the statements made during the Foreign essential U.S.-flag provisions of Relations Committee session on both legislative versions. requirements in ocean mining; Sen. Howard Cannon (D-Nev.): September 1978 / LOG / 19 •-V �. • --r, v-^v-l E <-i£^.:^'^,...^. • .• rWv'iSii^v .:• ai' \ Recerlified Bosun Charles Boyle, left, and Chief Steward Frank Costango pose for posterity in front of ship s name plate. • mr The LNG Gemini has a tight squeeze going through draw bridge near Quincy Shipyard as she departs with her SIU crew on her maiden voyage. Seven of the LNG GeminVs SIU crew gather in galley for pix. They are, standing from the left: John Zero, QMED; Larry Dockwiller, cook and haker; Frank Costango, steward, and Bill Christmas, general steward utility. Seated from the left are: Tom Curtis, QMED; Tom Fleming, able seaman and Charles Bovie, recertified bosun. LNG Gemini Sails on Maiden Voyage: Seafarers Now Manning 5 Gas Carriers Quincy, Mass.—The LNG Gemini departed on her maidqn voyage this month bringing the total number of SlU-crewed LNG carriers to five. The Gemini is the fourth LNG ship built by General Dynamics for the En­ ergy Transportation Corp. Another SlU-cpntractcd LNG tanker, the El Paso Southern, crewed for the first time in JulyT Like her three sisterships, the Aquarius, Aries and Capricorn, the Gemini measures 936 feet and has a cargo capacity of 125,000 cubic met­ ers of liquified natural gas. And like the other three tankers, she'll be transporting her cargo of LNG on a regular run between Indonesia and Osaka, Japan. Five massive cargo storage tanks, which are becoming a more and more familiar sight to SIU members, tower over the deck of the Gemini, holding the LNG at a temperature of minus 265 degrees Farenheit. The tanks were constructed separatelv in South Carolina, moved to the Quincv ship­ yard, and fitted on the vessel. A volatile cargo like LNG requires special safely gear aboard ship—and special training for her crew. The car­ rier is equipped with the most mod­ ern, technological equipment includ­ ing sensing devices, alarms and a colli­ sion avoidance system. In addition, automatic sprinklers and drv powder stations along with conventional firefighting equipment maximize safetv on the tanker. The Gemini was named after the third sign of the Zodiac. And like the other astrologically christened LNG ships, runs on a dual fuel system. When loaded, the vessel is powered by the natural boiloff of the LNG from the cargo tanks. When she's in port, the ship will run on bunkers. Another LNG tanker, the Leo, is scheduled to come out of the General Dynamics shipyard before the end of this year. Energy Transportation Corp. plans a fleet of ten LNG carriers, and they'll all be crewed by SIU members. The EI Paso Co. will build and oper­ ate a total of six liquid natural gas ves­ sels which will travel between Arzew, Algeria and the regasification plant in Cove Point, Md. If a separate, greatly expanded LNG importation program El Paso has been negotiating with the Algerian govern­ ment goes through, the El Paso LNG fleet will be larger still. Pending U.S. government ap­ proval, both El Paso and another American company, Teneco Inc., have preliminary contracts with the government of Algeria to import 700 million cubic feet of natural gas per year for 20 years. If the U.S. okay's these contracts, the number of jobs they will create number in the thousands. American shipyards will be busy building the tankers. And American crews will be needed to sail them. • , • "-'ft-. The SIU recognized years ago that LNG ships would be part of the future of the U.S. maritime industry. Union members have been crewing the first of these vessels because they have the special skills and training to handle the high technologv equipment aboard LNG ships. The Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., offers a month-long course that's a necessary pre-requisite for sailing on an LNG carrier. The course covers the properties and han­ dling of LNG; automated engine and cargo control rooms and the dual fuel system.' Also included is instruction in handling the special firefighting equipment the ships carry. Important career opportunities, and the salary increases that go with them, are waiting for SIU members who have the training called for on today's newest vessels. As an SIU crewmember from the first American-built LNG carrier, the Aquarius, pointed out: "These ships are the future for us, and it is up to us to accept the challenge to upgrade ourselves and man these ships properly." Job securily is a job on a brand new LNG carrier for young Seafarers Sieve Wagner and Gary Snodgrass, shown here loading stores. �At Sea i Ashore TT Stuyvesanf The rest of the Committee of Chief Steward Joe Pitetta and Chief Electrician Bill Brock added, "Special thanks to Jeff Page for the first aid he learned at the Harry Lundeberg School as he continued to talk to Al to get him relaxed. And 3rd Engineer Bill Isebel, Gary Cowper and other members of the Alex Stephens crew who pitched in to help." Anytime from Oct. 30 to Nov. 18, the Alex Stephens will sail from Baton Rouge, La. to Chittagong or Chalna, Bangladesh with d cargo of 10,000 metric tons of bagged urea. Washington, D.C . The biggest vessel ever to enter San Francisco Bay, the 225,000 dwt supertanker TT Stuyvesanf (Cove Shipping) came out of the huge Hunters Point Shipyard drydock late last month to reenter the North Slope Alaskan oil trade for Standard Oil of Ohio (SOHIO). She can carry 1.6 million barrels of oil, or "enough to fill a tankcar train 39 miles long!" The 1,094 foot, 144foot wide SlU-manned tanker had her bottom scraped and painted and her sea valves and main engine turbine reconditioned in two weeks at the yard. As of July 1, 1978 a total of 53 merchant ships of nearly 4.2 million dwt were under construction or on order in U.S. shipyards, according to MARAD. On order were 14 LNG vessels, 10 intermodal carriers, nine dry bulk carriers, three cargo breakbulk ships and three special type vess !s. From June 1 to July 1, one 63,000 dwt LNG carrier and one 62,600 dwt ore carrier were delivered by American shipyards. Since Oct. 1,15 merchant ships of 1.6 million dwt have been delivered from U.S. shipyards. New Orleans More than $450 million of the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (LOOP),a U.S. first-bond issue to build the facility, was sold late last month. Five oil companies will build the superport 19 miles off the Louisiana coast set to be operating by late 1980 to handle 1.4 million barrels of imported crude oil daily. The oil companies are Ashland Oil, Marathon Pipeline Co., Murphy Oil, Shell Oil and Texaco. Offshore pipelines will connect with LOOP's onshore, underground salt domes where the oil will be stored for distribution to Louisiana refineries, petrochemical plants and to the St. James terminus of the north-south Capline. SS Ponce Recent crewmembers of the SS Ponce (\*.R. Marine Mgt.) will be glad to learn that early last month the Rev. E.J. B. Matchett, senior chaplain of the Mariners' Club, Kowloon, Hong Kongsent the Loga thankyou note for their generosity. It reads: "1 would like to acknowledge the sum of $68.00 which was donated to the Mariners' Club, Hong Kong by the crew of the SS Ponce on August 4, 1978. "We are very grateful for this generous donation and also for a special lens for a film projector which they also donated to the club. "1 would be grateful if the Log would convey our thanks to the crewmembers." SS Alex Stephens Word comes from the Ship's Committee of the SS AlexStephensCWaterman) recently in the Gulf of Suez that, "Crewmember A1 Betancourt was injured when he fell into No. 5 hold." The Committee expressed thanks to 3rd Mate Michael Chielo Jr. and the crew on Gulf Fleet No. 4, an offshore oil rig tender, as they "removed Al from the ship in 1 hour, 36 minutes after his fall." The Alex Stephens Committee, lead by Recertified Bosun Carl Francum, said that 3rd Mate Chielo had previous crewboat experience and knew that oil rigs were in the V.H.F. range on Channel 16 and he raised them. Capt. Odom telegraphed Suez City but couldn't get an answer. Waterman Steamship Co.'s bid to transport 71 military tanks from Jordan to Iran on a Mariner-type vessel has been okayed by the U.S. Maritime Subsidy Board. The ship will load the tanks at Aqaba, Jordan in the Red Sea for delivery 3,173 miles away in the Persian Gulf at Bandar Shapur, Iran. After a possible return trip to Aqaba for more tanks, the ship is to return to the U.S. Freeport, Tex. The Texas Deepwater Port Authority late last month applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for a license to start the long delayed super mono-buyoed port for crude oil 27 miles out in the Gulf. It is planned to handle 2 million barrels of crude daily. The authority expects DOT approval in seven months. The project's opening is scheduled for the early 1980s. A $ 1.2 billion bond issue will be floated to finance the superport. SS Adventurer Early this month, Sea-Land accepted delivery of a new containership, the SS Adventurer. She's the last built in a series of four in the D-6 class. Assigned to the Far East-Mideast run, the Adventurer can carry 595 containers. Like her sisterships, the Leader, Pioneer and Pacer, she has refurbished midbody sections and carries two container cranes. SS Delta Car/foe, Colombia Delta Line started a new run early this month with the LASH SS Delta Caribe and the SS Delta Colombia between U.S. North Atlantic ports and Central America every two weeks. The Caribe will carry barges and containers to Maracaibo, Venezuela in six days where the Colombia will carry them to Puerto Contes, Honduras and Santo Tomas, Nicaragua. The run from thoport of New York should take 11 to 12 days. It will also include Costa Rica, Guatemala and El Salvador with a port of call in Jacksonville, Fla. Former Scholarship Winner Doing His Thing in Business World In the McDonald clan, the call of the sea skipped a generation. When he won the SIU four-year college scholarship in 1974, William Scott McDonald wanted to be a doctor like his grandfather, not a Seafarer, like his dad. During his first semester at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, Scott was a biology major, heading for medical school. But after taking an elective in leiBERSHPIIEETMSS'SCHEDULE Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Aigonac Houston New Orleans Mobile San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Piney Point San Juan Columbus Chicago Port Arthur Buffalo St. Louis Cleveland Date Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. 10 Oct. 11 Oct. 12 Oct. !6 Oct. 20 Oct. 14 Oct. 5 Oct. 21 Oct. 10 Oct. 10 Oct. II Oct. 13 Oct. 12 22 / LOG / September 1978 Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters :30p.m. :30p.m. :30p.m. :30a.m. :00p.m. :30p.m. :30p.m. :30p.m. :.30p.m. :30p.m. 2:30p.m. 30p.m. 30 a.m. 30p.m. UIW 7:00p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2 30 p.m. 2:30p.m. accounting, he found out that "I enjoyed business and working with numbers a lot more than I liked science." Scott graduated last May with a major in accounting, a minor in eco­ nomics and a job in Palestine, Texas. He works for the accounting firm of Harrell & Rader, doing auditing and income tax work. And he's studying to take the Certified Public Accountant's exam in November. McDonald said he's doing the same kind of work now he'd do as a CPA, but he's "lower on the totem pole." Taking the CPA exam, which is'a two-day test covering accounting, auditing and busi­ ness law, is insurance for the future. "You have to pass that test to become a CPA," Scott said, "and you need a CPA's certificate to get anywhere in the future." Short-term plans for Scott center on passing the exam and then deciding whether to stay on at the company in Palestine, maybe as a partner in the firm, or to move to a larger company in a bigger city. Goals over the long-term might in­ clude politics, either on a volunteer basis with civic organizations or as an elected city official. McDonald said he might be interested in a shot at a city council seat. He got a taste of politics at Baylor, cam­ paigning on campus for various state representatives. In his free time, Scott plays as much golf and tennis as he can and has plans to coach a Little League baseball team. "One thing I've always loved," he said, "is working with kids." For three summers while he was in school, Scott had a job with West Texas Utilities in Abilene. He traveled around to different 4-H camps in Texas, coaching kids in swimming, baseball and other sports. "Once a week we'd work with retarded kids," Scott explained. "I got a lot out of doing that." The $10,000 SIU scholarship played a big part in enabling McDonald to do a lot of things he couldn't have done with­ out financial assistance. "I couldn't have taken that summer job without the SIU scholarship," Scott said. "It paid O.K., but I would have had to get a higher paying Job if I had to pay for school on my own." The McDonald family was very happy when Scott won the scholarship and they're very proud of his success. His father. Seafarer William Jackson McDonald has been sailing on SIU ships for 32 years. He ships as a Cook and Baker from the port of Houston. Scott said he wanted to go to sea when he was very young. But the family moved from Louisiana to Houston to Abilene by the time he was ten. "We've been inland for so long," Scott ex­ plained, "that the urge to ship out faded." �,r^ nltl' 'I < A* •' •• - The SS Waller Rice (Reynolds-Amstar) carries sugar from Hawaii to Longview, Wash,, Corpus Christi, Tex. and New Orleans where she's tied up Paying his dues to Patrolman Peth (seated r.) during the payoff is FOWT fyiichael Rarick (seated I.). Standing hy (I. to r.) to pay their dues arc Wiper Todd Johnson, BR Michael Cameron, Oiler Marvin Green and Crew Messman Mike Gille.spie Walter Rice Pays Off After a Sweet Run Satisfying the sweettooth of the nation's coffee drinkers and candy and pastry lovers is one of the unique roles the SS Walter Rice (Reynolds-Amstar Sugar) filled last month as she com­ pleted a "sweet" run hauling a cargo of Hawaiian sugar to refineries on the West Coast and the Gulf. The bulk sugar ship is one of the two SlU-contracted vessels (the other is the SS Sugar Islander) which carry the sweetner from Honolulu via the Pan­ ama Canal to the U.S. With pineapples, it's a leading Hawaiian crop. The LOG rendezvoused with the Walter Rice in the port of New Orleans in time to record on fllm a payoff aboard ship as bucket cranes scooped out the sugar from her holds. On hoard, SIU Patrolman Carl Peth gave an explana­ tion to the crew of the new wage rates and benefits in the current freightship contract which went into effect on June 16. i 'A iT Reading the LOG is OS Robert Wilkens. Tw * • Hi «• m mi m-mk wk t SS SZtitiZ' Crew Messman Frank "Chief" Conforto puts down a tablecloth. New Orleans Patrolman Carl Peth (standing r.) advises crewmembers during the shipboard meeting on Aug. 18 that they must now sail 125 days to be eligible for Union benefits. Holding their SPAD receipts are (I. to r.) AB Greg Taylor and OS John Lo Conte. September 1978 / LOG / 23 �iiiniiiNUiiiiiiHiuiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiimmiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiuiHiniiiiiiiiniiiiiNinHmnii Dixie Progress Crew Finjds That Ain't Hay I It started out as a routine trip from Houston to Tampa. But when the Dixie Progress (Dixie Carriers) arrived in the Florida port, she had some extra cargo on board, dropped off by some un­ known shipper. It seems that the crew of ihcProgress did some fishing along the way. They made quite a catch, but as far as U.S. Customs is concerned, it was just another fish story about the one that got away. The Progress was in the middle of the Gulf on August 15 when the crew spotted something floating up ahead. Riding high on the waves were 11 bales of marijuana, apparently dumped by someone who didn't care to stick around and get pulled in along with the catch. The crew fished the pot out of the water and then turned it over to U.S. Customs in Tampa. Capt. W. Williams of the Progress quipped, "If I can't chew it or dip it, it ain't no good to me." The other crewmembers on the Progress were; Mates P. Benedict and B. Pierce, Tankerman D. Smart, ABs G. Allan and J. Leal, Cook D. Daniels and Engineers J. Byrd and D. Smith. = i Eligibility Rules For Benefits Changed to 125 Days All Seafarers and Boatmen should be aware that as part of the changes in the Seafarers Vacation. Welfare and Pension Plans made to improve benefits resulting from our recent contract negotiations, the Trustees have changed the eligibility rules, Now, to be eligible for benefits under the Seafarers Welfare Plan, a Seafarer or Boatman must accumulate at least 125 days seatime or boat-time in the previous calendar year and one day seatime or boat-time in the six month period immediately pre- ceding the date of claim, Under the Vacation Plan, a Seafarer or Boatman must now accumulate 125 days seatime or boat-time before filing for vacation benefits, In addition, to be eligible for the Early Normal Pension (20 years seatime at 55 years of age, Seafarers only), or the Disability Pension (12 years service at any age), an eligible employee must accumulate 125 days seatime or boat-time in the calendar year immediately preceding his pension application. llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllliMllllllllllli Delta Colombia Committee Crewmembers on the Dixie Progress turned over some extra "cargo" to U.S. Customs when they arrived in Tampa last month. Three of them (I tor) are: MateF. Benedict, Capt. W. Williams and Mate D. Pierce. Don't Give Up Right to Vote Submit Absentee Ballots On next Election Day you may be on board a tanker docked off the coast of Indonesia, or on an ore carrier headed for Duluth. But you can still vote by using an absentee ballot if you are a citizen and if you are registered to vote. If you are not registered to vote and are shipped out far from home, most states will send you an absentee regis­ tration form as well. According to the League of Women Voters, a non-partisan organization which has years of experience dealing with voter registration, the require­ ments for absentee voting and registra­ tion vary from state to state, although there are some common procedures. To request an absentee ballot, write or go in person to your local board of elections (or county clerk—depending on the state) in the city or county where you are registered to vote, and explain that you are in the merchant marine and will be away on Election Day. You will receive an official form to fill out. After this is done, the ballot will be sent to you hopefully in time to vote. Deadlines for applying for and re­ turning the ballot vary, but to be sure, apply at least 30 days before Election Day and send the ballot back in the mail so that it arrives by the Friday before elections take place. If you need to register to*vote and cannot go to your board of elections in person, write them explaining that you are in the merchant marine, but that your official residence is in their area and they will send you the proper forms. When you write, tell them if you will be needing an absentee ballot as well. Reg24 / LOG / September 1978 ® 'a» a ^ ® ;! istration should be done as soon as possible. If you have any difficulties, you can call or write your local League of Women Voters or City Hall for help. The newly acquired SS Delta Colombia (Delta Line) had a payoff on Sept. 5 at the 39th St. Pier in Brooklyn, N.Y. Here are three crewmembers and the Ship's Com­ mittee of (sitting I. to r.) Crewmessman Augustine Andino; Recertified Bosun Frank Teti, ship's chairman; Chief Steward G. T. Aquino, secretary-reporter; Deck Delegate Rick Daly and Steward Delegate Tony Petrillo. Standing (I. to r.) are Steward Utility Norman Verran and Chief Cook Ray Leonard. ^re you Getting dishpun Hands? Welt, get yourself out of the soup suds! Upgrade in the Steward department x atHLS. Chief steward November 13 Chief Cook November 13,27 Cook and Baker November 13,27 Assistant Cook Upon Request Sign Up Now! See Your S!U Representative or Contact HLS ^ �u Work!" I've hated it with a passion Ever since it went out of fashion. Because even when you're through There's always more to do. Work can be a tonic Or it can be a curse. But when you've had your fill. There is nothing worse. Some work out of desperation. Others to collect their compensation. Just work and don't ever shirk. Or nice folks will think you're a jerk. My Husband Work through coffee-time and lunch, You'll never beat the crunch. While the earth spins on its axis. For enough to pay your taxes. Now you are gone my darling, It seems more than I can stand. But yet I know you're happy In God's great, wonderous land. Work and your money spend. Will there never be an end? Work and your money save. Until you're in the grave. We lived our lives for God each day. Then you were suddenly called away. God had a better place for you. So I'll go on 'till he calls me, too. Work all the O.T. you can get. It's enough to break your heart. Work yourself deeper into debt, And that's only the start. The tears so often fall like rain. For in my heart there's so much pain. I loved you darling and always will One day I'll join you never more to part. And walk hand in hand forever more. Work like a common drudge. What's the driving force behind it? Work because you're feeling guilty? I dunno—But, I must find it. Mrs. Ardella P. Everhart Widow of the late Seafarer Richard Garland Everhart, Died Nov. 30, 1976 Work and, maybe, if you're still alive, You may get Social Security at sixty-five. Not to put down honorable mention When you get your Seafarers pension. I would forget my beefs—all of 'em, If I could make the Pensioner's column. Because even before you've made a start your Picture's in the "Final Departures." Clarence L. Cousins ST Overseas Ohio "The Wild Woods" Someone is building with new Foliage in the trees. Someone is sending the birds And busy honey bees. Someone is causing the fresh Fruit to grow. Someone is dressing anew the Springtime show. I The Great Spirit's angels are Now passing by. They are decorating our world Where the buds did die. Crime Of Passion Quietly angels are passing as If of the melting snow. The new kind grass is growing Where the waters flow. With cunning stare Her bosom free Eve grins at me To my despair. The Spirit is dressing up old T hings along the river. Wildwood spirits live, because Wildwood lives forever. My child and wife I can't deceive And so I grieve For Eve, my life. They cause new life to return To things which have died. Accept the Spirit of the Wild Wood. Obey and abide. To stem my lust I cannot hope But weave a rope Hang her I must. Seafarer Roy Lee HInson In crime I whirl With no reprieve I hanged my Eve The calendar girl. Henri Perclkow September 1978 / LOG / 25 �Mount Washington Committee Sonic INH)|)ic Think L^(F Is Strange and Mysterious // Thry Tonh thv IM, cniirsr at III.S. riirv n <mhl l\non lit'ttrr!» • l.cuiii ill'' I.K i- :iiHtii! I.\<' < uin:icr->. cv . _ . , \ I tcr .11 IciH I iiip 111..^. \ I III 11 k lit iv\ f\CIA lliinc \tiii need in wm k .\(» \e--el. a Mi;ii(i a Looking up from his work, Headquarters Patrolman Teddy Babkowski (seated center) makes out a dues reoeipt for Bosun J. Ruiz (seated lelt) ship's chairman of the ST Mount Washington (Victory Carriers) at a payoff on Aug. 30 at Stapleton Anchorage, S.I., N.Y. With them are the rest of the Ship's Committee of (standing I. to r.) Deck IVIaintenance D. Ellette, deck delegate and Chief Cook John Cherry, steward delegate. Seated (right) is 2nd Pumpman John Caldwell, engine delegate. Joseph Hewes Committee This means you'll qualify for the great pay and good working conditions aboard these ships. Sign up for the LNG course today. It starts ISovember 13 See Your SIU Representative to Enroll or contact On Sept. 1, after a payoff at Hoboken (N.J.) Pier B, the Ship's Committee of the SS Joseph Hewes (Waterman) got together for a group photo. They are (sitting I. to r.) Engine Delegate Bill Statzer, Bosun W. J, Taylor, ship's chairman: Steward Delegate Ralph McDaries and Deck Delegate Bob Trainer. Standing (I. to r.) are Chief Electrician Robert Caldwell, educational director, and Chief Steward Jack Long, secretary-reporter. The Harry Luudeherg School Vocational Education Department Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 A MESSAGE FROM YOUR UNION / CM . mmi£ /ri NARCOTICS ARE FOR LOfER^ /F CAU6Fr you LOSE yOURPAPBFS FOP UFE/ THINK ABOUT/r/ 26 / LOG / September 1978 �PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 16—Chairman, Recertified Bosun B. Maldonado; Secretary W. Mihem; Educational Director J. Quintelia; Deck Delegate Herminio Serrano. No disputed OT. Chairman read and posted the communications received about the new agreement. Advised that applica­ tions for Piney Point upgrading school are available. A vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for cleanliness and excellent food and service. Also a vote of thanks to the deck department for helping to keep messroom and pantry clean at night. Next port Baltimore. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 30—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Alfred Hanstvedt; Secretary R. Bo^d; Educational Director Stanley Hawkins; Deck Delegate Richard O. Spincer; Engine Delegate Donald Leight; Steward Delegate William Gonzalaz. The chairman reported that the company is now furnishing free movies. Discussed the importance of donating to SPAD. No disputed OT. A vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done and to all other departments for their cooperation. Next port Aqaba. BORINQUEN (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 9—Chairman, Recertified Bosun C. L. Gonzalez; Secretary H. Galicki; Educational Director V. E. Keene; Deck Delegate A. O. Maldenado; Engine Delegate F. Sandy; Steward Delegate F. R. Cordero. $7 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman discussed the merger of the SIU and the MCS. Also advised that C-Cards should see patrolman for a new shipping card if they intend to stay on. Ship was supposed to lay up after the last trip but it was changed. A vote of thanks to the steward department and to the watches for keeping the crew recreation room clean. Next port San Juan. SEA-LAND FINANCE (Sea-Land - Service), July 9—Chairman, Recertified Bosun J. Pulliam; Secretary A. Reasko. No disputed OT. The chairman dis­ cussed with all the members the problem about leaving the ship before being relieved. Everybody was happy to see Brother Harvey Mesford up and around on the job at a very smooth payoff in Seattle. Chairman discussed the impor­ tance of donating to SPAD. The new Logs were received and passed around for all to read. It was noted that jitney service in all ports is needed and that mooring winches are needed for the ships. SEA-LAND PORTLAND (SeaLand Service), July 23—Chairman, Recertified Bosun A. L. Waters; Educa­ tional Director A. Broaddus; Steward Delegate J. O'Hare. Some disputed OT in deck department. The new contract was read and discussed. Chairman dis­ cussed the latest Lx)g. Report to Log: "HONESTY—We have it in one man. Harold McVay found some money in a book in the recreation room. No one claimed it in six days and he checked and found out that the man had gotten off and returned the money to him. We need more men of this caliber. A vote of thanks has to go to this man." SEA-LAND BOSTON (Sea-Land Service), July 16—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun L. E. Joseph; Secretary D. Keno; Steward Delegate Pedro J. Perez. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman extended congratulations to the Negotiating Committee for a job well done on the new contract. Also noted that some letters were received from Frank Drozak, executive vice president, pertaining to some questions we wanted answered and they will be read to this meeting and then posted. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. GOLDEN DOLPHIN (Apex Ma­ rine), July 2—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Robert O'Rourke; Secretary D. Bronstein; Educational Director A. DiFabrizzio; Deck Delegate A. Janacek; Steward Delegate E. Pippins. No disputed OT. Chairman commented on the excellent voyage they have had. The crew has been a real credit to high stand­ ards and traditions and will be remem­ bered for a long time. Advised all members to upgrade at Piney Point. All communications received were read and posted. An outstanding vote of thanks to the steward department. It was one of the best. Steward Department delegate Earl Pippins noted that the entire crew was to be commended for keeping the galley^nd utensils clean and up to high SIU standards. Next port Texas. SEA-LAND PIONEER (Sea-Land Service), July 23—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun C. Feil; Secretary D. Velandra; Educational Director Mullett; Engine Delegate Charles Jones; Steward Delegate T. McCormick. No disputed OT. $9 in ship's fund. Chair­ man reported at the last safety meeting aboard ship that all extrusions at deck level will be painted white. The crane will have all new safety chains and con­ nections and anti-skid paint and stripes will be put down. Also in the galley they will put non-skid strips in the needed spots. The chairman suggested that a meeting be held every week so a class can be held on safety, union activities etc. Blackboards were requested for the lounges and messhalls so notices could be posted. Next port Dubai. % wtm r^ DELTA SUD (Delta Steamship), July 23—Chairman, Recertified Bosun R. Lambert; Secretary E. Vieira; Educa­ tional Director P. Painter; Engine Delegate C. Welch; Steward Delegate Lionel Antoine. $71 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman gave a vote of , thanks to New Orleans Patrolman Carl Peth for taking the time to explain in detail all about the new contract and answering everyone's questions. It was suggested that when you are finished reading the Log you bring it back to the crew lounge so that others will be able to look at it. Also when getting into port it will have to be up to each one to check on the movie machine and lens to see that they are locked up. After showing a movie be sure to bring the film back to the ships office where they are kept. TRANSINDIANA (Hudson Water­ ways) July 9—Chairman, Recertified Bosun J. Delgado; Secretary W. J. Fitch; Engine Delegate E. Morales. Chairman reported with regret the passing of Chief Electrician Paul Smith —Book No. S-739 who died at the Gitmo Base Hospital on July 7, 1978 from a heart attack suffered on board the Transindiana on June 27, 1978. Although Paul Smith had a heart attack a couple of years ago, he had refused to let it stop him and continued to work hard at his job. He was indeed a credit to this Union. No disputed OT. A vote of thanks was extended to all at Head­ quarters for the well done job on our new contract. Another first in all sea­ faring unions. Report to Log: "A vote of thanks to the staff of the Log in keeping us well informed of the new contract and all seafaring news." Observed one minute of silence in mem­ ory of our departed brothers. MARY (Marlin Steamship), July 29 —Chairman, J. J. Bermudez; Secretary N. Johnson; Educational Director F. Holland; Deck Delegate Michael Hur­ ley; Engine Delegate Henry McDaniel. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman reported on the upcoming elections in November and the impor­ tance of donating to SPAD. A vote of thanks was given to the steward depart­ ment especially for the pizza parties. A vote of thanks to the deck department for painting the passageways where we live and keeping outside decks clean. GUAVAMA (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 10—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun William Velazquez; Secre­ tary J. Prats; Educational Director John A. Speer; Engine Delegate H. Welch. No disputed OT. Chairman reported to all crewmembers the good contract the Union got for them and the raises they are going to get in the follow­ ing years. Advised all members to go to upgrade at the Lundeberg School so they can get better jobs in the future. Also discussed the importance of donating to SPAD. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. ZAPATA PATRIOT (Zapata Bulk Transport), July 3—Chairman, J. A. Castillo; Secretary D. E. Edwards; Educational Director J. Rodriguez; Deck Delegate N. D. MacBean III, Engine Delegate J. B. Davis; Steward Delegate W. Carpenter. No disputed OT. Chairman urged all members to stay on as long as possible. Noted that in the next two months there will be 20 new ships to crew and manpower is needed. Also discussed the good increases that were won in wages and overtime. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. ERNA ELIZABETH (Hudson Waterways), July 9—Chairman, Recer­ tified Bosun W. L. Reeves; Secretary B. Fletcher; Educational Director J. Quiente; Deck Delegate John J. Kane. No disputed OT. $180 in ship's fund. Chairmian held a discussion on the increases in vacation and welfare wages, pensions, death benefits and on payable port time while in Panama Canal and Parita Bay. The steward held a nice cook out and barbecue on the stern. Observed one minute of silence in mem­ ory of our departed brothers. POTOMAC (Ogden Marine) July 2 —Chairman, H. Bouganim; Secretary J. Bennett; Deck Delegate Frank Kon; Engine Delegate Amada Diaz; Steward Delegate James Gonzalez. $5.23 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Brother Roy L. Cuthrell passed away aboard ship on July 2, at sea. His remains were taken ashore in Freeport, Bahamas and a message was sent to Headquarters and to the family of the deceased. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brother. DEL RIO (Delta Steamship), July 30—Chairman, Gerald Corelli; Secre­ tary E. Bowers; Educational Director J. Martello; Steward Delegate Albert Hendricks. Chief Mate and Chairman commended Brother D. Campos on his first trip. Both agree that he will make a good sailor. Captain D. Bari extended a vote of thanks to the crew for a job well done and for the full cooperation of all hands. Also a vote of thanks to the electrician for time and work on the movie projector. SEA-LAND CHARLESTON (SeaLand Service), July 16—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Irwin Moen; Secre­ tary C. Carter; Educational Director Jerry Dellinger. No disputed OT. Chairman read the communications from headquarters and discussed them. Also read the highlights of the new contract. The ship will pay off in Port Elizabeth and then go into layup. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. PUERTO RICO (Puerto Rico Marine Mgt.), July 9—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Barney E. Swearingen; Secretary T. Jackson; Educa­ tional Director H. P. Calloe; Deck Delegate G. Crocco. Some disputed OT in engine department. Chairman dis­ cussed the importance of donating to SPAD. Also requested all crewmembers to turn in a repair list. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. OVERSEAS NEW YORK (Mari­ time Overseas), July 2—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Hubert Cain; Secre­ tary Peter Gebbia; Educational Direc­ tor W. 1-. Pritchett; Deck Delegate James J. McLinden. No disputed OT. Chairman discussed the new contract. It was also noted that the members would like to have launch service in the Canal Zone. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Official ship's minutes were also received from the following vessels; SUGAR ISLANDER PORTLAND OVERSEAS VALDEZ CONNECTICUT COASTAL KANSAS DELTA PARAGUAY MONTPELIER VICTORY TRANSCOLUMBIA ARECIBO ALLEGIANCE SEA-LAND COMMERCE SEA-LAND ECONOMY SEA-LAND CONSUMER TRANSCOLORADO COLUMBIA TAMPA MOUNT VERNON VICTORY DELTA COLOMBIA BALTIMORE SEA-LAND GALLOWAY SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE JOHN B. WATERMAN MANHATTAN WILLIAMSBURGH OVERSEAS ULLA AFOIJNDRIA SAMUEL CHASE GOLDEN MONARCH AMERICAN HERITAGE WESTWARD VENTURE SAN PEDRO NEW YORK SEA-LAND MC LEAN OVERSEAS HARRIETTE STUYVESANT SEA-LAND TRADE WALTER RICE DELTA MAR POINT MARGO NECHES SEATTLE September 1978 / LOG / 27 �Tighter Gov't Controls Needed To Boost U.S. Liner Fleet WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Maritime Administration has released a study which reveals that more "coopera­ tion" or trade controls practiced by liner shipping companies would benefit the U.S. merchant marine. The study, prepared for Marad by an outside consulting firm, shows that U.S. companies would prosper under in­ creased controls, such as stronger shiping conferences. But it predicts "sub­ stantial losses" for U.S. operators if present U.S. shipping practices of open competition continue or increase in the liner trades. The results of the study are especially significant at this time because Congress and an Administration task force are now considering major changes in ship­ ping policy. Assistant Secretary of Commerce Robert Blackwell, the head of Marad, did not advocate any specific policy changes when he released the study on August 21. But he said that it should be "extremely useful in exploring the vari­ ous policy alternatives which the Government is considering to end the chaos and restore stability to our liner trades." The arguments for and against stronger shipping controls have become louder over the years in reaction to the economic problems faced by the U.S. liner fleet. Although some gains have been made recently, by and large, the rate of return for liner companies is not equal to investment risks, Blackwell said. Those against controls claim that conferences and other forms of shipping regulation destroy competition, which is the basis of U.S. shipping policy. A conference is basically a coopera­ tive agreement between shipping lines engaged in the same trade. It allows the companies to set common rates and have a fair share of cargo. But U.S. ship­ ping policy has kept these conferences from being really effective. The SlU has attacked U.S. shipping policy because it has failed to preserve fair competition and because it has weakened the position of the U.S. mer­ chant fleet. Other countries engaged in our trade have instituted controls in the best interests of their own fleets. But American shipping lines have been seri­ ously hurt by rate-cutting and other abuses which the Government allows to go on in the name of "free trade." The SlU strongly supports the Con­ trolled Carrier bill, recently marked up IlllllllUlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllll Seafarer Starts N.J. AA Meetings Responding to the needs of Seafarers and other workers who have drinking problems, a New Jersey chapter of Alco­ holics Anonymous will begin weekly meetings in Port Newark on Oct. 19. The regular Thursday meetings will be led by SRI member Frank Buhl, who spent several months as a counselor at the Union's Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, Md., and Father Charlie McTague. The sessions will begin with a closed discussion group at 5:30 PM, followed by open speakers at 8:30. The meetings will take place at the Mariners International Center, Export and CalcutiS Streets, Port Newark, N.J. For further information on the New Jersey A.A. meetings, contact Frank Buhl or Father McTague at (201) 589-5828 from 3 PM to 10 PM and (201) 589-5969 at other times. They can also be reached by mail at 250 Lafayette St., Newark, N.J. 07105. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiimiiiimiiiiiim 28 / LOG / September 1978 by the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. It is the only cur­ rent piece of legislation which promises to provide much needed regulation in U.S. trade. Aimed at rate-cutting prac­ tices of the Russian fleet, the bill would allow the Federal Maritime Commis­ sion to ban a shipping line from a U.S. trade route if it was offering rates far below accepted conference levels. While more comprehensive shipping regulatory reform is still under review, the Marad study provides some hard facts for Government consideration. The purpose of the study was to test the impact of cooperative vs. competitive shipping practices on U. S. flag companies. A computer model was used to simulate liner operations and calculate profitability over a ten year period. Three U.S. trade routes were selected for detailed study: the North Atlantic, Mediterranean and Latin American trade. The results of more than 30 simula­ tions demonstrated that the statutory objectives of a strong U.S. merchant marine "are more nearly achieved over flag operators is more likely, causing a reduction in the U.S.-flag market share." the long run with increased cooperation. With increased competition, increased penetration of U.S. trades by non-U.S.- Walter Rice Committee New Orleans Patrolman Carl Peth (standing 2nd r.) is at a payoff with the Ship's Committee of the SS Walter Rice (Reynolds Metals) in the Crescent City port late last month. They are (standing I. to r.) Recertified Bosun Robert Broadus, ship's chairman, who was getting on and (extreme r.) Educational Director Jose H. Rodriguez. Seated (I. to r.) are Engine Delegate B. Hireen, Steward Delegate Juan Melendez, Recertified Bosun Ewing Rihn; Deck Delegate Greg Taylor and Chief Steward George Vorise, secretary-reporter. Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 1-31, 1978 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Port Arthur Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Paducah Totals ."*... 0 0 0 6 0 5 7 3 1 0 11 0 1 9 2 0 9 0 0 54 0 0 0 5 0 2 1 5 5 0 4 0 0 7 5 0 13 34 3 84 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 18 2 0 9 0 6 9 68 0 13 0 52 186 0 0 0 10 0 2 1 2 1 0 7 0 1 7 2 0 3 0 ie 0 0 0 6 0 1 0 0 4 0 1 0 0 6 4 0 11 34 6 73 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 6 2 0 5 0 0 _ 6 20 0 6 0 27 77 0 0 0 3 0 4 12 3 1 0 23 0 1 17 3 0 12 0 4 83 0 0 0 5 0 3 2 8 4 0 9 0 0 13 1 0 15 4 1 65 3 0 32 4 0 42 0 11 11 132 0 21 0 75 339 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 L0 1 8 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 14 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 5 1 4 0 3 Q ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Port Arthur Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Paducah Totals **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington . Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Port Arthur Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Paducah Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 • STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 • 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 4 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 2 0 7 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 5 9 Totals All Departments 89 203 62 41 77 90 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. > 94 72 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 5 1 0 0 3 0 11 28 381 �Not Too Many Chief Cooks rvt W,-:- ••'. r-r . «sH-n|-r,-v|,-,.. Kt>pM R„^ ' '.",r ^ Kli. \\^ •" ^''uyynir.st ,| '^X ^ M • ? Cftief Out fo Stew Taylor a Cook Happily showing his chief steward diploma achioved at MLS is l\/1ike * Displaying thoir diplomas are new Chief Cooks (I. to r.) Joseph Speller and Chris Romalho. Haggerty. 13 Are for Automation * MLS Steward Department upgrader Sheldon Taylor's ready for qookin n' bakin'". Three Men in a Lifeboat •tm •'ly Automation Course Instructor Charlie Nalen (standing I.) poses with the 13 graduates in his class. Standing (I. to r.) are Sonto Mondone, Don Busby, Leroy tanner, Bob Hedrick, Freddie Horn and Bill Hyder. In the front row (I. to r.) are Eugene Oldakowski, Tom Burke, Charlie Callahan and David Terry. In the middle row (I. to r.) are Jean Morris, Doug Greiner and John Chiv"&rs. Completing the Lifeboat Course are (I. to r.) Danny Riddle, Jose Camelo and Robert Frazier. Harrv Liindeber^ -C®" School of "For a better job today, and job security tomorrotv. 21 Black Gangers Get QMED Twenty-one more QMEDs are now ready to man the SlU fleet's engine depart­ ments. They are (front row I. to r.) Robert Mealor. Robert Rush, Thomas McMahon, Pete Linkewitz, Robert Cannon, Glenn Bumpas, Gene Koss and John Day. In the middle rov^ (I. to r.) are Dennis Convey, Mark Stewart, Ronnie Adkins, Bob Martin, Rusty Stewart, John Newhouse and Kevin Gannon. In the rear row (I. to r.) are Alli­ son Hebert, Robert Ivanauskas, Joe Oliveri. Bruce Swisher, Don Shine and Victor Palombo. FOWTs Four Rows Deep Here's 29 new firemen-watertenders-gradualing from the HLS. They are (front row I, to r,) John Bucko, Nick Celona, Paul Johnson, Brian Bluitt and Allan Todd, In the second row (I. to r.) are Jim Derbach, Leonard Viles, Vernon Green, Louie Cerventes. Miller Lowery, Stanley Williams and Jose H, RodrigueE.-Third row (I, to r.) has Dennis Lemily,Thomas Gordon, Jim Flynn, Tom Stark, Tom Quattrochi.C. L, Mitchell, Ken Couture and Rick Sayers. Finally, the back row (I, to r.) has Robert A, Meacher, John Haight, Herbie Benzenberg, Glenn Kessel, Eric Plaskin, Gabe Horneff. Robert C. McCoy, Donald Gusis and Mark Lawrence, September 1978 / LOG / 29 "T'l i �Roy L. Cuthrell, 54, died on the SS Potomac on July 2. Brother Cuthrell joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a fireman-watertender. He was born in Hickory, Va. and was a resident of Chesapeake, Va. Surviving is his mother, Fannie of Chesapeake. Paul D. Erter, 55, succumbed to heart and lung failure in the Galveston USPHS Hospital on July 9. Brother Erter joined the SIU in the port of Hous­ ton in 1972 sailing as a QMED. He upgraded at Piney Point in 1974. Seafarer Erter was a veteran of the post-World War H U.S. Army. A native of Tulsa, Okla., he was a resident of Mabank, Tex. Cremation took place in the Brookside (Tex.) Crematory. Surviving arc two sons, Michael of Watauga, Tex. and Mark Allan of Mansfield, Tex. Pensioner Frank J. Farmei', 48, died of a liver ailment in the Seattle USPHS Hospital on June 24. Brother Farm­ er joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. He sailed for 32 years. Seafarer Farmer was born in Seattle and was a resident of Copalis Beach, Wash. Cremation took place in the Butterworths Crematory, Seattle. Surviving is his mother, Helena of Copalis Beach. Javinal E. Fer­ nandez, 57, died on Aug. 21. Broth­ er Fernandez joined the SIU in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif, in 1963 sailing as a cook and baker. He sailed 26 years. And he upgraded at the HLS in 1975. Seafarer Fernandez was a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Born in Taun­ ton, Mass., he was a resident of San Pedro, Calif. Surviving are his mother, Mary of San Pedro and a sister, Mrs. Laura Ingram of Palos Verdes Penin­ sula, Calif. Pensioner Wil­ liam E. Oliver, 67, died on Aug. 18. Brother Oliver joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Savannah sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 48 years. Seafarer Oliver was born in Savannah and was a resident of Prichard, Ala. Surviving are his widow, Bessie; a daughter, Tracy; a stepson, John Munsanto and a stepdaughter, Patricia Munsanto. 30 / LOG / Seotember 1978 Pensioner Ben­ ito Gordoza, 77, passed away from heart disease at home in Brook­ lyn, N.Y. on July 31. Brother Gor­ ,;:sf doza joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a chief stew­ ard. He sailed 51 years. Seafarer Gor­ doza was on the picketline in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef. He was a native of Mindanao, P.I. Burial was in Rosedale Cemetary, Linden, N.J. Surviving is his widow, Kam Fong Lam of Pasadena, Calif. Pensioner Harry D. Ham­ mond, 54, died in New Orleans on July 8. Brother Hammond joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a cook. He sailed for 31 years. Seafarer Hammond was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Born in New Orleans, he was a resident there. Survi­ ving are his widow, Estella; two sons, Harry and Barry of New Orleans, who is a 1967 graduate of HLS, and two daughters, Evelyn and Shirley. Pensioner Jo­ seph L. Sheahan, 72, died of heart failure in the Central Michigan Community Hospital, M t. Pleasant on June 9. Brother Shea­ han joined the SIU in the port of Lake Charles, La. in 1956 sailing as a pump­ man, deck engineer and fireman-watertender for 26 years. He was on the picketline in the 1962 Robin Line beef. Seafarer Sheahan was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Michigan, he was a resident of Rose­ bush, Mich. Burial was in St. Henry Cemetery, Rosebush. Surviving are a brother, Eugene of Rosebush; a sister, Mrs. Rose B. Beutter also of Rosebush; two nephews, Jerry and Richard Shea­ han of Mt. Pleasant and a niece, Mrs. Mary Ann Verevey of Rosebush. Pensioner Ger­ ald B. Smith, 71, succumbed to coronary disease in North Arundel Hospital, Glen Burnie, Md. on June 23. Brother Smith joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. He sailed 40 years and was also a rigger. Seafarer Smith was born in West Virginia and was a resident of Millersville, Md. Burial was in Glen Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, Glen Burnie. Surviving is his widow, Esther. Paul R. Smith, 50, died in the Guantanamo Bay (Cuba) U.S. Naval Hospital on July 7. Brother Smith joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician and QMED. He received a Union Personal Safety Award in 1961 for sailing aboard an ac­ cident-free ship, the SS Louisiana (Seatrain). He was a veteran of the postWorld War 11 U.S. Army. Seafarer Smith was born in Illinois and was a resident of Augusta, Ga. Surviving is his widow, Mary. Pensioner Clin­ ton Mason, 72, died of cancer at home in Day, Fla, on June 28. Broth­ er Mason joined the SIU in I94I in the port of Nor' folk sailing as a fireman-watertender. He sailed 34 years. Seafarer Mason walked the picketline in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor strike. He was born in Atlantic, N.C. Burial was in the Day Cemetery. Surviv­ ing is his widow, Lola. Louis W. Moore, 53, died of heart disease in the University of South Alabama Medical Center on July 26. He joined ^>1 the SI U in the port of Mobile in 1955 sailing as an AB and cook. Seafarer Moore sailed 30 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Illinois, he was a resident of Mobile. Interment was in Pine Crest Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are his widow, Roberta and an uncle, Arthur Brant of Attica, Ind. C) Pensioner Re­ certified Bosun John L. Ohannasian, 55, died at home in Miami on July 22. Brother Ohannasian join­ ed the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York. He sailed 30 years. Seafarer Ohannasian graduated from the Recert­ ified Bosuns Program in November 1975. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was born in De­ troit. Cremation took place in the Lithgow Crematory, Miami and his ashes were scattered at sea. Surviving are his widow, Marsha and his uncle, Casper Ohannasian of Melvindale, Mich. Pensioner John S. Seiferth, 68, died of a heart attack on July 15. Brother Seiferth joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. He sailed 43 years. Seafarer Seiferth was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., he was a res­ ident of Houston. Surviving is a sister, Mildred of Pittsburgh. William R. Lockamy, 53, died on June 5. Brother Lockamy joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1965 sailing as a wiper and OS. He sailed 23 years, and during the Vietnam War. He attend­ ed the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Baltimore in 1957. Seafarer Lockamy was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II and was also a plumber. A native of Norfolk, he was a resident there. Surviving are a daughter, Carrie and a brother, Joseph, both of Norfolk. Jeffrey J. Newhouse, 27, died in Bethesda, Md. on June 2. Brother Newhouse joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1977 sailing as an OS. He was also an artist. Seafarer Newhouse was bom in New York and was a resident of Bethesda. Interment was in Gates of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, Md. Surviving is his father, Edgar L. Newhouse, III, of Bethesda. Melito Maldonado, 41, died on the ST Over­ seas Aleutian (Maritime Over­ seas) on Aug. 17. Brother Maldonado joined the. SIU in the port of Houston in 1961 sailing as a chief stew­ ard. He sailed 22 years. Born in Boling, Tex., he was a resident of Houston. Sur­ viving are his widow, Virginia; a son, Melito of Houston; two daughters, Nancy and Sandra; his mother, Carlota of Galveston and his father, Gilberto of Bay City, Tex. Pensioner Theodore Roose­ velt Maples, 74, succumbed to pneumonia in the Springhill Memo­ rial Hospital, Mo­ bile on Aug. 9. Brother Maples joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile sailing as a fireman-water­ tender. He sailed 25 years. Seafarer Maples was born in Wilmer, Ala. and was a resident there. Interment was in Joyner Cemetery, Tannner Williams, Ala. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Edna M. Dunn of Butler, Ala. and a brother, Julius of Crichton, Ala. Pensioner Walter Marcus, 76, passed away on Aug. 11. Brother Marcus joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 50 years and was a member of the old SIU. Seafarer Marcus sailed also on German, Dutch and Japanese ships. He rode Robin Line, Suwannee Steamship and American Coal Shipping Co. ves­ sels, too. In 1961, he was on the picketline in the N.Y. Harbor beef. Born in Germany, he was a naturalized U.S. citi­ zen and was a resident of Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. Surviving are his widow, Josephine; three sons, Francis, David and Walter of Hawaii and three daught­ ers, Ingrid, Enid and Ury. Pensioner Ehbie Markin, 69, succumbed to . pneumonia in the St. Joseph's Hos­ pital, Houston on July 18. Brother Markin joined-the SIU in 1945 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a firemanwatertender. He was born in Georgia and was a resident of Conroe, Tex. In­ terment was in the Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville, W. Va. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Zala and a daughter, Deborah. Peter S. Ander­ son, 28, died at Doctors Hospital, Seattle on June 22. Brother An­ derson joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1972 following his graduation from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. He sailed as an OS and was chief bosun during his training at HLS. Sea­ farer Anderson was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. Born in Seattle, he was a resident there. Burial was in Washelli Cemetery, Seattle. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy J. and Joan Anderson of Seattle. t �Pensioner John Kallaste, 66, died of natural causes in the Lutheran Medical Center, Brooklyn, N.Y. on June 23. Brother Kallaste joined the _ SIU in 1943 in the ' port of New York sailing as a pump­ man. He sailed 41 years. Seafarer Kal­ laste walked the picketline in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line strike. Born in Estonia, U.S.S.R., he was a resident of Brooklyn. Crema­ tion took place in the Ferncliff Crema­ tory, Hartsdale, N.Y. Surviving is a daughter, Juanita of Lima, Peru. Pensioner John Karpinsky Jr., 69, died of cancer in the Brownsville .(Tex.) Medical Center on May 20. Brother Karpin­ sky joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York sailing as a cook and ship's delegate. He sailed 24 years and during the Korean War. Seafarer Karpinsky was born in Philadelphia and was a resi­ dent of Brownsville. Interment was in Buena Vista Cemetery, Brownsville. Surviving are his widow, Maria and two daughters, Catalina and Linda. Carter Lane, 36, died on June 13 on the sunken ST Yellowstone (Ogden Marine) which was ram­ med by an Alger­ ian freighter off Gibraltar on June 12. Brother Lane joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1966 sailing as a wiper. He was born in Rison, Ark. and was a resident of Hot Springs, Ark. Sur­ viving are his mother, Mrs. Kathleen Di Nino; his grandmother, Mrs. Vivian Cameron and a sister, Mrs. Betty Di Nino, all of Pine Bluff, Ark. Pensioner Adolph B. Lange, 68, died of kidney failure in the Martin Place East Hospital, Madi­ son Heights, Mich, on June 19. Broth­ er Lange joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Detroit sailing as an AB. Seafarer Lange sailed 34 years and worked for the T.J. McCarthy Steamship Co. in 1961. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Michigan, he was a resi­ dent of Roseville, MiCh. Burial was in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Detroit. Surviving are a brother, Anton of Detroit and a nephew, David A. Lange of Roseville. Recertified Bo­ sun Juan Burgos, 62, died of natural causes in the Staten Island (N.Y.) USPHS Hospital on July 11. Brother Bur­ gos joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Tampa. He sailed 37 years and hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1965 District Council 37 strike. He graduated from the Recertified Bosun Program in January 1976. Seafarer Burgos was born in Fajardo, P.R. and was a resi­ dent of Brooklyn, N.Y. Burial was in Rosedale Cemetery, Linden, N.J. Sur­ viving are his widow. Carmen and four sons, Augustin, Anthony, Luis and John of Brooklyn. Pensioner Pab­ lo Latorre, 61, died on Aug. 11. Brother Latorre joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a chief cook. He sailed 36 years. Seafarer Latorre was on the picketline in the 1965 District Council 37 beef and rode the SS Edith (Bull Line) in Hurri­ cane Carla in 1962. A native of Puerto Rico, he was a resident of the Bronx, N.Y. He was also a typist-bookeeper. Surviving are his widow. Rose of Staten Island, N. Y.; three sons Pablo, Paul and Richard, and two brothers, Antonio and Raymond of the Bronx. Pensioner Oskar Kaelep, 76, passed away on Aug. 24. Brother Kaelep joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a bosun. He sailed for 33 years. Seafarer Kaelep hit the bricks in the 1965 District Council 37 beef, the 1962 and 1959 Robin Line strikes and the 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef. He was born in Estonia, U.S.S.R., was a naturalized U.S. citizen and was a resident of Miami, Fla. Cremation took place in Linden, N.J. Surviving are his brother. Alec of St. Albans, L.I., N.Y. and a nephew, Walter Casper Jr. of Reading, Pa. William Harris Jr., 36, died on Aug. 17. Brother Harris joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1972 sailing as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. Seafarer Harris was born in Palmetto, La. and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Takako of Naha City, Okinawa, Japan and his mother, Mrs. Octavio Brown. Brian D. Boyle, 19, died in the Wil­ mington (Del.) Medical Center on May 13 as a result of injuries sustained in a highway mishap in Chadds Ford, Pa. Brother Boyle joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1977 sailing as a cook for the Delaware River Barge Co., Curtis Bay Towing Co. and for Mc­ Allister Brothers. He was born in Williamsport. Pa. and was a resident of Chadds Ford. Interment was in St. Pat­ rick's Cemetery, Wilmington. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Sheila Boyle. Pensioner Franklin P. Grant, 51, died of a heart attack in Doc­ tors Hospital, Mobile on Jan. 29. Brother I Grant joined the SIU in the port of Mobile I in 1951 and sailed as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Interment was in Pine Crest Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving is his widow, Elizabeth. ^gjgnpjjk Cecil F. Stock, 81, passed away on Feb. Stock V joined the Union in . the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as a fire^ man-watertopder on , f the Tug Sombrero I JK '^ from 1956 to 1961. He sailed 43 years. Boatman Stock was also a machinist. He was a World War I veteran of the U.S. Navy. Born in Martinsville, Va., he was a resident of Mobile. Surviving is his widow, Rosalie. Pensioner An­ drew J. Ewing, 62, died on May 30. Brother Ewingjoined the Union in 1948 in the port of Mobile sailing as an engineer for the Bay J J i Towing and Dredg­ ing Co. from 1950 to 1957 and Radcliff Materials. He was born in Gasque, Ala. and was a resident of Foley, Ala. Sur­ viving is his widow, Evelyn. Pensioner Walter O. Hoven, 64, died on June 9. Brother Hoven joined the Union in the port of Mobile in 1956. He sailed as an AB for ^ . 24 years. Boatman Hoven was born in Grove Hill, Ala. and was a resident of Lucedale, Miss. Surviving is his widow, Joyce. Pensioner Paul L. Berthiaume, 61, died in La Combe, La. on Apr. 30. Brother Berthiaume joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a bosun. He sailed 37 years. Seafarer Berthiaume was born in New Orleans and was a resident of La Combe. Interment was in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Slidell, La. Surviving is his widow, Thelma Ann, of Slidell. Paul L. Evans, 67, died of heart fail­ Pensioner James L. Sullivan, 66, died ure in Bayside Hospital, Virginia Beach, of Hodgkins disease in the Wilmington Va. on Mar. 26. Brother Evans joined (Del.) Medical Center on Oct. 20, the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1965 sailing as a chief mate on the Pilot , ,1977. Brother Sullivan joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in Boat Virginia (Virginia Pilot Assn.) 1961 sailing as a mate for the Curtis from 1965 to 1977. He also sailed for Bay Towing Co. from 1944 to 1976 the Sadler Sand Co. and the P.R. and as a rigger foreman for the Dravo Marine Co. A native of York County, Corp. from 1942 to 1944. He sailed Va., he was a resident of Yorktown, 46 years. Boatman Sullivan was born Va. Burial was in Peninsula Memorial in Fall River, Mass. and was a resident Park Cemetery, Newport News, Va. of Boothwyn, Pa. Burial was in Cathe­ Surviving is his widow, Mary. dral Cemetery, Wilmington. Surviving Pensioner Walter J. Valentine, 70, is his widow, Marie. died of heart failure in the Baltimore Burnett A. Carter, 56, died in Cairo, U.S. Veterans Administration Hospital 111. on May 21. Brother Carter joined the on May 7. Brother Valentine joined the Union in the port of Paducah, Ky. in Union in the port of Baltimore in 1956 1974 sailing as a tankerman and lead sailing as a captain and bargeman for deckhand for the American Commer­ the Western Maryland Railway Co. cial Barge Line and Inland Tugs Co. from 1967 to 1977. He was born in from 1973 to 1975. He was born in Ken­ Maryland and was a resident of Balti­ tucky and was a resident of Paris, Tenm more. Burial was in the Baltimore Na­ Interment was in the Barlow (Ky.) tional Cemetery. Surviving is a Cemetery. Surviving is a niece, Dorothy daughter, Mrs. Mary Jo Vadorsky of P. McCaig of Paris. Somerdale, N.J. Steven A. Lynch, 21, died of multiple injuries on Mar. 20 sustained in a barge blast at the Getty Oil Dock, Delaware City, Del. Brother Lynch joined the Union in 1977, the year he graduated from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, Md. He sailed as a deck­ hand for the Inter Ocean Transport Co. from 1971 to 1976 and for the Gellethin Barge Line from 1977 to 1978. Boatman Lynch was born in Allentown, Pa. and was a resident of Wilmington, Del. Burial was in All Saints Cemetery, Wil­ mington. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Howard and Anna Lynch of Wilmington. Pensioner Milton L. Vickers, 67, died on Apr. 16. Brother Vickers joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1961 sail­ ing as an oiler for the IWood Towing Co. in 1945 and as an en­ gineer for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. from 1945 to 1976. He was a union member since 1934. ,A native of Marco, Fla., he was a resident of Moyock, N.C. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Rita C. Kershaw of Chesapeake, Va. Pensioner Norman P. Schwab, 67, died of lung and heart fail­ ure in the New Or­ leans USPHS Hospi­ tal on Feb. 2. Brother Schwab joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1957 sailing as a deckhand and captain for the MAG Towing Co. from 1956 to 1976. He was born in Labadieville, La. and was a resident of Thibodaux, La. Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery, Thibodaux. Surviving is his widow, Vivian. Raymond R. Prchm, Jr., 46, died of a brain tumor in the Jefferson Barracks (Mo.) Hospital on Feb. 24. Brother Prehm joined the Union in the port of St. Louis in 1973 sailing as a deckhand and cook for Inland Tugs and American Barge Lines. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Born in Maplewood, Mo., he was a resident of St. Louis. Interment was in the National Ceme­ tery, Jefferson Barracks. Surviving are three sons, Charles, William and Ray­ mond, and a daughter, Susan. Curtis D, O'Neal, 45, died of heart failure on arrival at the Craner County (N.C.) Hospital on Apr. 29. Brother O'Neal joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1957. He sailed as deck­ hand, mate, tug operator and captain for the C.G. Willis Barge and Towing Co. from 1954 to 1965 and for the Ex­ press Marine Co. from 1965 to 1978. Boatman O'Neal was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Burial was in the Watson Cemetery, Lowland, N.C. Surviving are his widow. Mavis; a son, Christopher and three daughters. Tammy, Kimberley and Nancy. September 1978 / LOG / 31 �Warren Harding Cassldy, 56, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a cook. Brother Cassidy sailed 31 years and rode the Bull and Isthmian Lines. He hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef, the Atlantic and Gulf strike and the 1965 District Council 37 beef. Seafarer Cassidy was the chairman of the Union's Quarterly Finance Committee many times and was also on the SIU Election Tallying Committee. He attended Piney Point Crew Confer­ ence No. 4 in 1970 and graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1959. A native of Somerville, Mass., he/is a resident of Brooklyn. John L. Cortez, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1960 sailing in the steward department for 37 years. Brother Cortez was born in the Philippines and is a resident of Seattle. Juan Cruz, 52, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward. Brother Cruz rode the Isthmian Line. He was a delegate to the Union's 13th Biennial Conven­ tion in Washington, D.C. in 1967. And walked the picketlines in the. 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line beef. Seafarer Cruz is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Born in Puerto Rico, he is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Vincent Genco, 65, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun and quartermaster. Brother Genco sailed 32 years and rode the Bull Line. He upgraded to quartermaster at the HLS in 1973. Seafarer Genco was born in Cleve­ land, Ohio and is a resident of Newton Falls, Ohio. Recertified Bosun Woodrow Wil­ son Lawton, 63, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Savannah sailing for 45 years. Brother Lawton gradu­ ated from the Recertified Bosuns Program in February 1975. He was born in Georgia and is a resident of East Berlin, Pa. ^ Charles P. Lord, 65, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a 3rd assistant engineer and fireman-watertender. Brother Lord sailed 36 years. He also rode the Robin Line. In 1970, he graduated from the MEBA School of Marine Engineering and Navigation, Brooklyn, N.Y. with his engineer's license. Seafarer Lord was born in Chicago, 111. and is a resident of Debary, Fla. Gustaf A. Nordin, 60, joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as an oiler for the Red Arrow Steamship Co. from 1961 to 1965. Brother Nordin sailed 22 years. He was born in Clearbrook, Minn, where he is a resident. Recertified Bosun Francisco R. "Frank" Charneco, 49, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1956. Brother Charneco sailed 30 years. He graduated from the Recertified Bosuns Program in March 1976. Seafarer Charneco was on the picketline in the 1960 Bortier strike in Valencia, P.R. and the 1956 Ameri­ can Coal Co. beef in Baltimore. He also attended a crew conference in 1971 at HLSS in Piney Point, Md. Bosun Charneco is a veteran of the post-World War II U.S. Navy. Born in Puerto Rico, he is a resident of New York City. 32 / LOG / September 1978 mSIONERS John J. Cuff, 57, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1960 sailing as a captain and pilot for McAllister Brothers from 1937 to 1978 and the P.F. Martin Co. in 1937. Brother Cuff is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was born in Philadelphia and is a resident of Blue Bell, Pa. Lawson F. Hudgins, 61, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1959 sailing as a deckhand for the Chesa­ peake and Ohio Railroad from 1954 to 1978 and working as a ship rigger for the Home Brothers Co. from 1952 to 1954. Brother Hudgins was also a member of the NMU from 1936 to 1945. He was born in New Point, Va. and is a resident of Mathews, Va. Louis J. Loupe, 48, joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1960 sailing as a relief captain for National Marine Service, which he helped to organize, in St. Louis from 1958 to 1978 and for Mecca Marine from 1957 to 1958. He is a graduate of the IBU Vessel Management and Safety Program. Boatman Loupe is a vet­ eran of the post-World War 11 U.S. Amiy. Born in Cutoff, La., he is a resident of Raceland, La. Frederick W. Hoffman, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955 sailing as a wiper. Brother Hoffman sailed 29 years. He was born in Tylertown, Md. and is a resident of Baltimore. Sven J. Hommen, 56, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1959 sailing as a QMED. Brother Hom­ men sailed 39 years. He walked the picketline in the 1962 Robin Line strike and upgraded to QMED at the HLS in 1972. Seafarer Hommen was a former member of the SUP. A native of Evje, Norway, he is a naturalized U.S. citizen. He is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Richard Savior, 58, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a chief steward. Brother Savior sailed 34 years and rode the Bull Line. He attended Piney Point Crew Conference No. 12 in 1970. Seafarer Savior is also a photog­ rapher. Bom in Pennsylvania, he is a resident of Philadelphia. Champ Clark Smith, 65, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1961 sailing as an AB and firemanwatertender. Brother Smith sailed 32 years and was a deck delegate. He was a member of the SIU from 1949 to 1961. Seafarer Smith is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A native of Midkiff, W. Va., he is a resident of Sonora, Calif. Robert M. Roberts, 64, joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as a wheelsman for the Reiss Steamship Co. from 1963 to 1974. Brother Roberts sailed 35 years. He helped to organize the Boland and Cornelius Steamship Co. and the Interlake Steamship Co. Laker Roberts was born in Shinnston, W. Va. and is a resident of Sturgeon Bay, Wise. Joseph E. LaBlanc, Jr., 54, joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1953 sailing as an OS and wiper for 23 years. Brother LaBlanc was born in Royal Oak, Mich, and is a resi­ dent of Roseville, Mich. Francis Tokarchuk, 64, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Tokarchuk sailed 36 years. He also rode the Alcoa Steamship Co. Seafarer Tok­ archuk was on the picketline in the 1965 District Council 37 beef. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he is a resident of New York City. Charter Member Retires Hiram A. Payne, 49, joined the SIU in the port of Savannah in 1951 sailing as a cook for Delta Steamship Co. in 1965 and for Maritime Overseas in 1972. Brother Payne was born in Winder, Ga. where he resides. Henry E. Williamson, 55, joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1957 sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Williamson sailed 27 years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War 11. Born in Mobile, he is a resident there. Stephen Krapsha, 65, joined the Union in the port of Buffalo in 1951 sailing as an OS on the 55" Joe A. Sea bell from 1958 to 1966. Brother Krapsha was born in Pennsylvania and is a resident of Laflin. Pa. Jessie Ray Boiling, 49, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1961 sailing as an AB and deck mainte­ nance. Brother Boiling sailed 33 years. He is a post-World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy. Seafarer Boiling was born in Florala, Fla. and is a resident of Mobile. Juan Cruz, a charter member of the SIU, retired this month after 44 years of seafaring. Brother Cruz, giving a farewell address at the September membership meeting in N.Y. told his fellow SIU members: "Fight for this Union because we all have something here worth fighting for." �From The Story of Andrew Furuseth ^ This kis is one of a continuing series of \ articles about life in the "old" \ merchant marine and the early yeara of the seamen's labor move­ ment. These articles are compiled by the Seafarers Historical Research Department, which is accumulating a history of American maritime labor from newspaper files and other sources all over the country. This article is from "The Coming Ashore of Andrew Furuseth," by John L. Matthews, and was origin­ ally published in "Everybody's Magazine" from the early 1920's. In the old French Quarter of New Orleans, on a side street that runs out from the market, in a big, dark room with a broad gallery, are the local headquarters of the Seamen's Union. One reaches it by a flight of stone steps from an inner court of an Italian grocery, passing through the intimate life of the family, and falling over children in the ascent. Into these headquarters, one day in last November, entered a weatherbeaten, old seaman. "Hello, George," he said, saluting George Bodine, the secretary in charge, "I've signed again. I'm going down to Southwest Pass." "I'm glad of it," said Bodine. "By the way, I've got you on the books. You owe the Union a dollar and a half." He scrutinized the seaman's record. "Oh, yes; and here are three strike assessments for one dollar each, for the Lake Seamen's Union." The old salt went through his pockets deliberately and collected a handful of small silver, which he counted up slowly. His total capital was $3.25. He calculated Hienlally, abstracted a quarter, put it back in his pocket, and piled the remaining change upon the desk. "Send it to them poor chaps on the Lakes," he said. "They're all fighting for Andy. Hold up my Union dues till I get paid." When I had walked across the street with the old fellow and drunk a glass of beer with him, he shouldered a bundle of magazines for use in the forecastle, and was off, perfectly sober, to the ship. The incident was interesting to me. first, because it indicated, better than anything else I had found in the collection of the material for this story, the breadth of the sympathy' and the strength of the interrelation maintained among seamen by Andrew Furuseth, their organizer, and president of the interna­ tional Seamen's Union. Here on the Gulf of Mexico he was able to obtain support for a three years' strike against a blacklist on the Great Lakes—a st ruggle, still going on, to which his Pacific Coast seamen have contributed more than $75,000. It was interesting, too, because of the manner of the announcement; for in the days before the Coming Ashore of Andrew Furuseth no American seaman signing for a voyage would have said, "I have signed again." Had he been sober enough for utterance, he would have .said, "I have sold my carcass," for by that phrase they then truly described the process of sea enlistment. But the subtler .significance of the incident lies in the fact that a seaman signing on for a voyage in an American port was going abroad in the manner of an efficient, self-respecting mechanic. That, in his own phrase, was "fighting for Andy," by using to the full the opportun­ ity made possible for seamen in our ports by the devotion, the hard work, the untiring patience and self-denial of Andrew Furuseth. For every sailor who goes abroad willingly, soberly, with money in his pocket, with reading matter in his sea-chest, and with his actions directed by reason and intelligence, is helping to win his fundamental rights as a man. He is driving one more nail in the coffin of the Supreme Court decision that a seaman is not a responsible being before the law. He is following the trail that Furuseth himself has blazed—the trail up from bondage. For the seamen of the world the most important event of .the nineteenth century was the Coming Ashore of Andrew Furuseth. Sent to sea as a young boy in a Norwegian deep-sea square-rigger, Furu­ seth learned with a brave generation the whole story of seamanship. From appren­ tice to ordinary, from ordinary to ablebodied seaman, he advanced in the capacity for work, the ability to obey orders, to fight for the life of his ship far out on the topsail yards in a heavy sea, to think and act for himself quickly in a crisis. He was able-bodied in every sense—stalwart, square-shouldered, powerful, quick-witted, and, above all, intelligent. He was a tower of strength in a crew, a man to be desired by anv captain. Another so equipped would have ad­ vanced rapidly to be second mate, mate, and then master, as other Norwegian seamen have done; and, as captain, Furu­ seth might have been like other masters, a man-driver of the deep-sea trade. But he was too big for command. He was too alive with instinctive democracy to assume a master's position. His mind was as active with the life of the seamen as his hands were with the life of the ship. From his earliest days aboard he learned, one by one, the hard lessons of the law. He learned tliat a seaman was a slave, signing, before he could go aboard, an unalterable contract for involuntary .servitude; that thereafter he was the property of his ship, to be bought and sold with it until his contract expired; that he was not responsible before the law nor a valid witness even in his own defense, but was classed with idiots, minors, and imbeciles as a ward of the court. Having signed, if he refused to go aboard he could be placed on the ship forcibly by the police and compelled to work. If brutal treatment, rotten food, the un.seaworthine.ss of the ship, and the certainty that no appeal to the law could secure him justice—if all these things made him desperate, and he left his ship—even safely moored in port—he could be pursued and thrown into jail under an act adopted with, and similar to, the Fugitive Slave Law of the eighteenth century. If the captain suspected that he intended to leave, he could call the police and have the seaman taken from the ship to jail and held there without even the right to a writ of habeas corpus. When he signed articles for a vovage, the seaman was entitled by law to draw in advance three months' wages. A credu­ lous government believed that he left this with his mythical family. Instead, the crimp collected it. The seaman was the crimp's defenseless prey, and the advance of his whole wage was the price of employment. In the early days, Furuseth saw in the crimp the worst enemy and the only friend of the seaman. When slavery became so abominable that the seaman could no longer endure it, he could flee to a sailor's boarding-house and the crimp would hide him. That was the crimp's business. Furuseth found later that the police shared in the arrangement. All he knew then was that the crimp hid the fugitive and sold another man to the captain for the three months' advance; then, later, sold the "absconding bonds­ man," whom he was hiding, to a second ship on the .same terms. Thus the seaman was kept impoverished, passed along from ship to crimp and crimp to ship, fed on bad food and worse whisky, drugged, shanghaied, and beaten until he often became a brutal and worthless tramfi of the sea trade. This Furuseth learned by years of hard experience, during which his mind dwelt contijuially on the seaman's condition. Wherever he went in the ports of civilized nations, landsmen were free. They earrnd their wages where they would, married, had families, voted, and changed their employment at their own will. Every one of these things was impossible to the .sailor. To be free, to live decently—those are the essentials; even the desire for them is crushed out of most seamen bv the pressure of sea brutality. It could not crush his ideal out of this big Norwegian, Andrew Furuseth, though his very zeal ^nd intelligence made him a man wh and whom captains feared, and subjected him to additional discipline. But this sea brutality, while it embittered, yet inspired him. It built up within him a vision of the seaman free, equal with the landsman, living on the same terms. He studied the laws that bound him, the customs of various countries, whatever he could learn ashore and in the forecastle. A Lincoln of the sea—as tall, as uncouth, as rugged, as determined, as brave in the face of cruel and vindictive opposition, inspired by as clear ideals, but working in a far lowlier way—he set out deliberately to free the last great body of slaves remaining under the Stars and Stripes. Truly it was a marvelous aspiration— an impossible task—for a man inexperi­ enced on shore, with no voting citizen­ ship anywhere, untrained in the processes of government, and, above all, ab.solutely lacking in civic knowledge and unacquainted with the intricate interrela­ tion of interests in politics. He saw clearly before him to be fought only the captain and the owner, repre.senting authority. The crimp he had not yet placed in the system with them. To stop bondage, to forbid the advance of wages, to abolish slave-catching—those were his ends; and he determined to create a leadership among seamen and attain these ends by such means as might develop. How to begin—that was the question. Furuseth came ashore at the close of a great Chicago strike, at a time when unionism was growing up, when labor was filled with a significant unrest, when "organize" and "fight it out" were the slogans of the primitive grmips frnrn the Atlantic to the Pacific. Though he was fighting for seamen, he was imbued with a broader democracy, and the whole struggle of workingmen soon appealed to him. The fever of organization caught him with the others. He devised a method of adapting unionism to the transient seamen; he appealed to the men of the Pacific Coast, brought them together, organized them, and began his conflict. The Union itself was entirely novel. It was absolutely a democracy. President and janitor fared alike, drawing a sea­ man's pay, eating a seaman's rations, using a seaman's sleeping space— everywhere there was e(|nality in the meager insufficiency of the fore;castle. All the .seamen who joined the Union were given cards that could be |)resented wherever there was an officer to recog­ nize them. No matter in what coast port they landed, they were members there— an idea that has become i?iternational and will soon be world-wide. It chanced that a fortunate omission in the statutes freed coastwise seamen from arrest as fugitive bondsmen. In 1872 (Congress had enacted a drastic Shipping f'ommissioner Act, and later, amending it to exclude coastwise sailors from its operation, had, incidentally and without intention, neglected to provide for their arrest. Therefore Furuseth was able at once to organizt: crews and draw them from their ships, to hold his men together and demand better wages and better treatment; and, seeing oidy captain and owner ahead of him, he went at this first campaign in that way—trying for better conditions rather than for better laws. His awakening came soon, for the seaman's graft was too far-reaching in San Francisco to be thus rudely attacked with impunity. He was summoned to police Continued on next page September 1978 / LOG / 33 �Continued from preceding page headquarters, and one of those ail-toofrequent plots in which a corrupt police force becomes adept was outlined to him in detail. Charges were ready to be preferred against him, witnesses were ready to testify, and they would not only blacken his character but consign him to jail for a long term. "You shut up and stay shut," they said, "or we'll put vou so deep in jail vou will never come to light again." Furusefh's compelling eyes never wavered. "Very well, gentlemen," he said, "put me then in jail. You can not give me narrower (]uarters than as a seaman I have always had by law; you can not give me coarser food than I have always eaten; you can not make me lonelier than 1 have always been." Perhaps the police were convinced that he uttered onlv the naked truth and that thev could not stop him by brutality. At any rate, tlic talk of imprisonment was ended, and the owners and the politicians who were back of it all developed a more subtle and more effet-tual attack. They went (piietlv to Congress, pulled the right wires, and had irrqirisonment for coast­ wise seamen reenactcd. Then they cut wages in half—the most direct stroke they could deliver at Furuseth. The figlit was short and desperate. With a full treasury at the start, the Union was (juickly demoralized. Two hundred men in jail, thirteen shot dead by masters or police for refusing to go aboard or stav aboard ship and work—that ..as the situation when the Union gave up and the men went to work at half pay. And Furuseth began to see that there was something beyond the captain, some power working in the dark that could not only direct the police force to corrupt acts, but alter the laws to suit itself. He could fight force with force, but he must learn a new way to fight this power. He began to suspect that before he could free seamen from phvsical bondage he must help free landsmen from political bondage. His eyes were opened still wider by a case at Port I'ownsend, Washington. The old trick of arresting innocent citizens, assessing a dollar fine and very large costs, and dividing the costs among the gang, was in full force there. A seaman discharged could not escape with his monev unless he caught a boat the moment he was paid off. But when the Union arose, the Port Townsend gang tried another game. They arrested seven seamen on trumped-up charges and put them in jail. Then they sent for Furuseth to come and give cash bail for them. Their plan was to shanghai the seamen for a long voyage when they were released, and then to confiscate and divide the Union bail money. Furuseth was too wise. "You will have to stay in jail, boys," he told the seven. "That's all right, Andv, " they replied. "Don't bother about us. Send us some tobacco and something to read, and come to see us once in a while, and we'll be very comfortable." Seven months they stayed in jail. Then a disgruntled judge discharged them and assessed the heavy costs upon thecountv. That broke up the arresting of seamen in Port Townsend. The Seaman's Union gave each man SUM) for a reward; and Furuseth had learned something illumin­ ating about political graft, something that pierced like a searchlight into the dark places of San Francisco. He saw that this game was the result of connivance byorganized flower, and. at least indirectly, bv societv at large. What was the influence that kept landsmen dormant while their politicians played such games? It was monev. of course; but what monev? Furuseth made an investigation and a computation. He found that in San Francisco alone the seaman graft, that is to say, the advanced J 34 / LOG / September 1978 of animus. But the heart of it is easy to .set wages collected by the crimp, amounted forth. He recognizes that in 1861 there to one million dollars every year— were four classes of bound servants in this practically eighty per cent of the total country—negroes, Mexican peons, cool­ wages of seamen signing on in the port. ies, and seamen. Certainly three were Soon he was able to trace this stolen included in the Thirteenth Amendment, advance from the crimp, on theonehand, he admits—the three inferior races. But to the captain and owner; and, on the how about seamen, the one white group? other, to the police, through them to the Well, go back to 900 B.C. Seamen were politicians, and at last to the Big Business slaves. Go back to the time of Christ. that was contending against him. And The same re.sult. Look at England in finally he located the seat of power of Big 1681—still bondsmen. Look at Massa­ Business in the very capitol at Wash­ chusetts in 1728—still slaves. Look at the ington. United States—law still on the books, Furuseth was reaching out. He allied passed in 1790, with the Fugitive Slave himself with the national labor leaders, Law—seaman a slave, properly recog­ and his Seamea's Union with the nized. American Federation; and this enabled Now, all that was also true of the negro, him to go well equipped to fight Big of the peon, of the coolie—it was true Business in its own headquarters. The big round the world. Brown ignored that. It men in unionism found in him not onlv was condemnatory of the seamen, and an equal but a leader of unusual power, of that was enough for him. "This law clear insight, and, thanks to his incessant existed for sixty-seven years before the study, of wide learning in their own field. Amendment was passed," he says; With their support he carried his struggle "therefore the Amendment which makes into Congress; but he went unaided, it unconstitutional certainly was not except by his own seamen, into the meant to apply to it." .Supreme Court in a brave attempt to destroy the laws that held them all in Justice Harlan dissented, and it is said bondage. he is still angry about the case. "The Of all the victories he has won, placing of a person by force upon a vessel probably none is more significant then his about to .sail is putting him in a condition defeat in the highest court, in the case of of involuntary servitude," he declared. Robert Robertson and others against "The arrest of a seaman and his forcible Barry Baldwin and the United States. It return to the vessel can not be justified was really Furuseth against Bondage— under the Constitution as it now is. To the case he had been fighting so long; but give any other construction is to say that as he drove it up to the highest tribunal in one class may be so far subject to the land, it was the case of a Union involuntary servitude as to be compelled .seaman suing out a writ of habeas corpus bv force to render personal service in a against the marshal of Northern Cali­ purely private business. This is involun­ fornia. tary servitude from the moment the In the summer of 1895, Robert seaman is compelled against his will to Robertson, John Bradley, Morris Hansen, continue in such service. ... I dissent and Peter Holden, four of Furuseth's from the opinion and judgment of the men, signed aboard the American Court," he concluded. barkentine Arago. She was to go to a port in Washington, thence to Valparaiso, Disappointed in the Supreme Court, to thence to whatever other foreign [)orts which he had looked as a tribunal that the master might elect, and eventually to must uphold the freedom of his mates, return to a port of discharge in the United Furuseth found his task looming large States. Until she so returned, the men before him. Victory seemed farther away were the property of the ship and could than ever; but he was growing as fast as not leave it. his burden, and he faced at once the They were all unusually fine seamen, problem of getting from Congress a law Robertson being a man of considerable that would free the seaman. He enlisted education and refinement. They found congressmen, and brought labor leaders the Arago entirely unfit for living, the to his aid; hut, push and pull as he would, food bad, and the master brutal. When he could not start the legislative she was safely moored to the dock at machinery. Something clogged the wheels A.storia, they exercised a right that and it did not take him long to find that it belongs to every American—they quit was Big Business again that wanted to their jobs and walked ashore. They were keep the sailor a slave—to hold his wages immediately apprehended as fugitive down; to sparje him little space in the bondsmen, put in jail; and on an exparte forecastle; to have him returned by force hearing, the captain swearing they were if he fled. 'When Furu.seth began to study fugitives, they were held in jail sixteen this Big Business, he found that he would days and then escorted aboard forcibly by the police and compelled to sail with the ship. They refused to work on the captain's call, and were put in irons in the brig, and at San Francisco turned over to Marshal Barry Baldwin. The commis­ sioner of the United States District Court held them for trial on the captain's complaint, for refusal to obey orders on board ship; and they were remanded to await the action of the court. Furuseth had here a case made for him. He sued out a writ of habeas corpus, the [irincipal ground of which was that the Tliiiteeuth Amendment had prohibited involuntarv servitude except as punish­ ment for crime of which the subject has been previouslv convicted, and that therefore it was unconstitutional to take men aboard a ship bv force and compel them to work. The District Court denied the writ, and the case went to Washington, the men remaining in jail. It was not until late December that the Supreme Court heard the case. In January the opinion was handed dgwn by Justice Brown, denying the writ. I hesitate to say anything of Justice Brown's opinion, lest I be thought guilty have to undertake cleaning the Augean Stables. He was plunged into this task in spite of himself. The Crimps' Million in San Franci.sco was so intimately bound up with the whole situation among the Higher-ups, which was destined to be exposed by Heney and Burns, that Furuseth could not remain outside the fight. On the contrary, he welcomed the opportunity it offered; and Fremont Older, Rudolph Spreckels, Hiram John­ son, and all those brave spirits who fought for California and her chief*city welcomed the seaman eagerly as a wise counselor and an unfaltering worker. His associa­ tion with them in the struggle, too, forced him rapidly into a broad and clear understanding of the civic problem into which he had plunged; and his power of accomplishing results in his own fight was doubled. Furuseth had acquired philosophy and balance. He looked upon the rich and the poor with impartial eyes and found the .same frailties in both. He became almost class-unconscious, if the term be per­ mitted. He gained a deeper insight into the methods and manners of the men who are concerned with the control of the government and the wording of its laws; and learned that when victory for a principle was won, individual culprits and their punishment were of little account. Thus at Washington, during a recent session of Congress, he was examining witnesses before the Merchant Marine Committee of The House. There came before him a rich old ship-owner of San Francisco whom Furuseth had once caught smuggling opium on the deck at two o'clock in the morning. At the committee hearing, Furuseth had in his pocket documents proving that this owner had, three weeks before, charged a crimp one hundred and twenty dollars for the privilege of shanghaing a crew aboard one of his ships. "The old scoundrel!" said Furuseth, relating the incident. "He knew what I had—that I could expose him. For the first time in his life he saw all that society had given him stripped away, his fal.sehood, his disguise torn from him, leaving him naked and ashamed. As he sat there in the witness-chair, expecting me to begin, his eyes were like the eyes of a dog, begging his master not to beat him— fixed upon me, pleading. . . . Poof!—I let him go. He was too pitiful. And we had made our case." It was during another meeting of the same committee, while he was fighting for a specific clause extending the Thirteenth Amendment to his mates, that an opposing congressman undertook to �,uiind his real temper in the matter. "Suppose, Mr. Furuseth," he said, VOll were vourself forciblv carried aboard ship as you have described, and roinpelled to work, what would you do?" Furuseth's face grew stern with recollection. "It would not he safe. now. l(, do that to me." he said. "If it were done—I believe I would take the whole ..liipload to heaven and let the Almighty (iod decide between us." He has become a familiar sight in that committee room in his long contest. And through its discussions he has won many encouraging amendments to the laws controlling seamen. He has had the imprisonment of seamen in the domestic service ended, probably forever; and the arrest of American foreign-going seamen stopped in our own ports—though we still [)ursue and return the seamen of other nations. He has had the advance wages entirelv s^opped on the coast, and cut to one month in the foreign trade, thus striking a crushing blow at the crimps and utterly ending shanghaing in the coast­ wise service. With these laws he has so firmly established his Union that he has advanced an able-bodied seaman's wages in the coastwise trade of the Pacific from eighteen to fifty dollars per month. Home and familv life—impossible for seamen before tbe formation of the Seamen's Union—has made a beginning among bis men. They vote. And year after year many of them sail upon the .same ships, with increasing efficiency, and to the great improvement of the service. He has built up a corps of not less than fifteen thousand American seamen, a larger corps of efficient steamship men than the nation has ever before possessed, able to man twenty big battleships at a moment's notice without calling upon a landsman to volunteer—and as sober and skillful a class of mechanics as any union can show. These men are still compelled, however, to fight for an existence against terrible odds, in a struggle made tremendously difficult because they are forced to compete, for employment on American ships, with the riffraff of the world, even with coolie labor. The progress made thus far has been indeed only a step, the beginning, and by no means tbe end, of Furuseth's effort. The important thing is the rights of seamen to ownership in their own bodies, in the foreign trade as well as the coastwise—their rights to a freedom that will command a better standard of wages and better conditions at sea. To bring this about he is fighting now for these additional five points in the law: 1. To stop catching .seamen as fugitive slaves. To do this, we must denounce the treaties by wbich other nations catch ours. 2. To give our seamen and foreign seamen the same rights in court that other men have to sue for wages, and to cease regarding them as wards and imbeciles. 3. To require every sbip entering our ports to haye a crew that understands tbe language of the officers. This would take all the coolies off the fruit ships and put Americans on them; and would vastly improve the class of sailors and the conditions at sea. 4. To require a manning scale; by which, instead of sending to sea a "sufficient crew," .so-called by the local inspector, we require an efficient crew, the number depending upon the tonnage of the ship, and including a certain percentage of able-bodied seamen of at least three vears' experience. 5. To provide some form of industrial insurance or, better yet, insurance and pension combined, as other nations have, by wbich the vessel, the freight it carries, and the nation (through a share in the vessel dues) shall provide an insurance funjl for seamen. Insurance has taken all risks off the vessel owner, and he has no longer any worry for the safety of the crew. Traffic pays for the ship insurance; it should also pay for the crew insurance. Not long ago, Furuseth, accompanied by Victor Olander, went to a dinner of the Artists' Guild of St. Louis. Tbis is an organization of people devoted to all the arts, which meets in its club-house Saturday evenings for informal suppers. Guests are invited upon the sole condi­ tion that they shall speak; and it is the custom to badger the speakers and argue with them in an endeavor to turn each supper into a feast of reason and humor. The chairman of the evening did not at all understand the caliber of his guests. St. Louis is far inland; and sea-stories, when they reach it, have the same flavor of merriment and hilarity as the roust­ about tales from its own river. The chairman referred to Mr. Furuseth as a "sailor boy" and intimated to the audience that they would hear some adventurous tales from "before tbe mast." There is very little humor in a seaman's life, as Furuseth sees it. When he rose slowly and faced them, the members of the Guild instinctively felt this. The simplicity of his eloquence as he began commanded their attention; but as he advanced he moved them with the underlying quality of intense, passionate sadness that is inherent in the character of men who fight, as he has fought, to liberate their fellow men. "Only a landsman sees the humor in ' our life," he said. "He has much delight in accusing us of having a wife in every port. I assure you a deep-water seaman, whose wages are twenty dollars a month, can not support a wife in any port whatever. But we are asking for the right to have, as you have, a wife, a home, a vote." He held out his powerful right hand. "We are pleading with you, with all of you, we seamen, for the right to this hand, the right to own it, to use it for ourselves. We do not own it. The law sells it away from us." He put his hand in his pocket and drew out a pamphlet—a document .which in various languages has been presented to every nation in Europe, and wbich, in our own Congress last spring, by showing the true state of the forecastle, ended all efforts to bring out of committee the ship subsidy bill. We can present bere only a few pregnant paragraphs from tbis appeal of Furuseth's, which he read that night: "To the Senate and House of Representa­ tives of the United States, to humanitarians, democrats. Christians, andfriends of human freedom ej>er\where, do we, the seamen, the yet remaining bondmen, butnbly yet earnestly submit tbis our petition, that we be made free men, and that the blighting disgrace of bondage be removed from our labor, which once was considered honorable, which is yet needed in the world of commerce, and which has been held to be of great importance to nations with .seacoasts to defend. "Existing maritime law makes of us, excepting in the domestic trade of the United States, the f)roperty of the vessel on which we sail. We can not work as .seamen without signing a contract which brings us under this law. This contract is fixed by law or authorized by govern­ ments. We bave nothing to do with its terms. We either sign it and sail, or we sign it not and remain landsmen. "When signing this contract, we surrender our working power to the will of another man at all times while the contract runs. We may not, on pain of penal punishment, fail to join the vessel. We may not leave the ves.sel, though she is in perfect .safety. We may not, without our master's permission, go to a mother's sick bed or funeral, or attend to any other duties of a son, a brother, a Christian, or a citizen, excepting in the domestic trade of these United States. "If the owner thinks he has reason to fear that we desire to escape, he may, without judicial investigation, cause us to be imprisoned for safekeeping until he shall think proper to take us out. If we have escaped, he may publish our per.sonal appearance along with a reward for our apprehension and return. He may, through contracts between nations, cause the peace officers and police to aid him in recovering his property. The captain may change, the owner may change—we are sold with the vessel—but so long as the flag does not change there is nothing except serious illness or our master's pleasure that will release us from the vessel. "We now rai.se our manacled hands in humble supplication and pray that the nations issue a decree of emancipation and restore to us our right as brother men; to our labor tbat honor which belonged to it until your [)ower. express­ ing itself througb your law, set upon it the brand of bondage in the interest of cheap transportation by water." When he had finished reading, silettce brooded over the Guild. Evei \ member of it was deeply stirred—except. apparently, the chairman. He addressed several sarcastic sallies to the speaker and then, calling upon a well-known artist, intro­ duced again the humor-producing topic of the evening. The artist rose slowly. "M\ mind does not run to humor after listening to Mr. Furuseth," he said. "1 had always thought of the sea as a ()leasant place, of the sailors as a happy lot. I can not get away from the picture he has given us. It is difficult to talk about even a thing that is so much my life to me as art." That was the tone of tin remaining speeches. One after another - poke under an unusual influence. Furu-nih had set them all thinking. At the rlose of the evening a member asked the < hairrnan: "Why were you so sarca-lic toward Furuseth?" "Damn him!" said the cliairman;"*'he moved me—and I don't like to be moved." As he moved the (iuild thai night, so he has moved many thousands ol others, in high places and low, through the country. It is that subtle power of ( arrying his hearers with him, stirring I hem pro­ foundly, that has enableil him to accom[)lish since he came ashore in 188.S .so many decisive forward step- toward the final emanci[)ation of the only body of slaves now remaining under the Ameri­ can flag. Yet with it all, he is a seaman still. He has never lost his response to the lure of the sea, to the clutch of the wheel in the gale, the sound of the wind in the high rigging, the strain of the deck beneath his feet. A seaman's pay, a seaman's ration, a seaman's dwelling-space satisfy him. Yet the Viking seaman fighting with force alone has broadened into a statesman battling for his fellows against the kt;enest minds of the nation. His philosophy, expressed in simple terrps.is I hat of a man who has taken into his mind the experience of the whole race of .seamen and has ordered and studied them and allied them with the democracy that lives ashore, and with the whole of humanity. September 1978 / LOG / 35 �SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lal^) & Inland Waters United Industrial Workers of North America PRESIDENT Paul Hall SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DiGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Frank Drozak VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Shepard Lindsey Williams Cal Tanner Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 1-31, 1978 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 4 37 2 12 6 2 3 20 5 11 3 9 3 17 6 2 142 3 7 1 2 3 0 1 4 3 14 5 6 0 6 0 1 56 Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 2 7 554 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 3 92 12 30 18 9 30 69 17 43 17 32 5 67 0 2 446 4 53 7 12 8 7 8 28 12 15 3 9 2 14 6 1 189 0 8 0 2 4 0 0 4 1 6 3 1 0 6 0 0 35 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 1 50 6 14 11 2 10 37 12 18 9 17 3 39 2 1 232 4 11 1 8 1 0 1 2 3 7 0 1 0 4 4 0 47 0 4 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 28 8 3 0 4 0 0 49 3 151 16 49 22 14 25 141 64 58 31 60 22 141 0 5 802 3 30 3 15 4 1 5 26 5 9 3 9 1 20 0 2 136 1 4 0 3 3 0 0 7 4 3 5 7 0 4 0 0 41 0 15 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 3 1 2 0 10 0 0 34 3 149 17 42 16 10 40 106 44 56 21 40 10 95 0 0 649 6 72 9 15 6 6 9 32 16 9 4 11 1 19 1 0 216 0 6 0 4 3 0 0 4 0 1 4 1 0 3 0 0 26 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 2 1 0 59 32 54 2 1 0 11 4 1 12 3 3 2 0 0 3 1 1 36 16 0 16 8 2 12 12 89 4 2 4 20 9 2 8 10 1 45 19 3 3 41 0 0 1 1 235 160 161 2 77 9 17 12 5 19 75 24 46 14 28 7 64 0 1 400 2 13 1 9 2 0 2 8 4 6 0 1 0 4 0 0 52 1 7 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 49 10 8 0 3 0 0 80 3 48 7 34 8 6 12 54 16 30 3 12 15 27 0 2 277 4 141 30 41 13 5 12 67 30 23 25 28 14 44 5 2 484 8 260 3 28 7 5 5 28 16 76 42 22 8 51 0 1 560 513 822 1,101 623 1,402 295 Totals Ail Departments 2,128 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 888 707 11 19 15 18 80 37 45 20 29 10 36 / LOG / September 1978 4 62 1 12 9 3 6 29 10 17 8 8 13 28 35 0 245 1 39 2 2 5 0 1 3 3 17 3 9 0 14 0 1 100 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 69 6 1411 3 18 57 22 37 8 27 7 61 0 1 344 2 69 4 13 5 4 4 28 10 18 5 8 5 28 14 1 218 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 7 100 10 28 17 7 18 85 30 40 12 33 27 107 1 0 522 1 26 3 22 8 4 5 29 11 18 2 6 13 19 1 2 170 3 99 13 20 14 2 11 53 24 28 19 21 12 55 69 1 444 1 199 3 17 7 3 1 10 8 62 17 11 2 31 0 1 373 HEADQUARTERS 675 4 Ave., Bklyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-9375 ALPENA, Mich 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE. 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Y. and ships out of the port of New York. Notice to Members On Shilling Proceibire When throwing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SlU Hiring Hall, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • registration cafd • clinic card • seaman's papers • valid, up-to-date passport In addition, when assigning a job the dispatcher will comply with the following Section 5, Sub­ section 7 of the SIU Shipping Rules: "Within each class of seniority rating in every Department, prior­ ity for entry rating jobs shall be given to all seamen who possess Lifeboatman endorsement by the United States Coast Guard. The Seafarers Appeals Board may waive the preceding sentence when, in the sole judgment of the Board, undue hardship will result or extenuating circumstances war­ rant such waiver." Also, all entry rated members must show their last six months discharges. Further, the Seafarers Appeals Board has ruled that "C classifica­ tion seamen may only register and sail as entry ratings in only one department." |iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiniiiHiitnn;i!iinitiiui(iiiiiiiiiiii!iii!iiiiiiiii^ I Alcoholi I dise I iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii I I It can be | I treated. | HllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllltlllllllllllllllllllilllllllillHIl^ Ron Huffman Walter E. Kimbrough Danny Johnson Seafarer Ron Huffman. 22. graduated from the HLSS in 1972. He up­ graded to QMED there in 1975 and to FOWT in 1974. Brother Huff­ man has firefighting. lifeboat and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation tickets. He was born in Vallejo. Calif, lives in California and ships out of the port of Seattle. Seafarer Walt­ er E. Kim­ brough. 34. join­ ed the SIU in 1973. Brother Kimbrough upgraded to QMED at the HLS in 1975. He has his firefghting, lifeboat and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation tickets. Kimbrough lives in Guthrie. Ky. and ships from the port of Houston. Sea far e r Danny Johnson, 20. graduated from the HLS Entry Program in 1976. He up­ graded to FOWT there in 1977. Brother John­ son has his fire­ fighting. lifeboat and cardio-pul­ monary resuscitation tickets. He was born and lives in Virginia and ships out of East Coast ports. Jim Rung Seafarer Jim Rung. 22. grad­ uated from the Harry Lunde­ berg School of Seamanship in 1977. He also upgraded to FOWT there. Brother Rung has his firefighting. lifeboat and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation tickets. Born in Indiana, he lives in San Francisco and ships out of that port city. Back by Popular Demand The Original Version of Operator Coiarse Coming Soon at HLS Michael Clayton McNally Seafarer Michael Clayton McNally. 24. graduated from Piney Point in 1974. He up­ graded to FOWT there in 1977. Brother Mc­ Nally has his firefighting. lifeboat and cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation tickets. Born in Mt. Kisco. N. Y.. he resides in Stroudsburg. Pa. He ships from the port of New^ York. Did you miss the special Towboat Operator Program? Well, don't give up the boat! Get your TOWBOAT OPERATORS LICENSE (inland/Oceans) through the Charles M. Hall Seafarer Charles M. Hall. 35. has been shipping out with the SIU since he joined in 1964 in the port of New York. Brother Hall upgraded to cook and baker this year. He has his firefighting. lifeboat and cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation tickets. He lives and ships out of the port of Houston. Dave Moscoffian Seafarer Dave Moscoffian, 27. graduated from the very first HLS Entry Pro­ gram in 1967. This year he up­ graded to assist­ ant cook there. Brother Moscof­ fian has his firefighting, lifeboat and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation tickets. A native of Norfolk, he re­ sides there and ships out of that port and other East Coast ports. REGULAR TOWBOAT OPERATOR COURSE Starting Date: November 13 To enroll see your SIU Representative or contact; Harry Lundeberg School Vocational Education Department Piney Point, Maryland 20674 Phone: (301)994-0010 September 1978 / LOG / 37 �491 Have Donated $100 or More To SPAD Since Beginning of 1978 The following SIU members and other concerned individuals, 491 in all, have demonstrated an active interest in participating in political and legislative activities which are vital to both our job security and our social and economic welfare, by voluntarily donating $100 or more to the Seafarers Political Activities Donation (SPAD)Jund since the beginning of 1978. {The law prohibits the use of any union money, such as dues, initiation fees, etc., for political activities. The most effective way the trade unionist can take part in politics is through voluntary political contributions. SPAD is the Union's separate segregated political fund. It solicits and accepts only voluntary contributions. It engages in political activities and makes contributions to candidates. A member may voluntarily contribute as he sees fit or make no contribution without fear of reprisal.) Seventeen who have realized how important it is to let the SlU's voice be heard in the Halls of Congress have contributed $200, seven have contributed $300, one has given $400, one has given $500, and one $600. The Log runs the SPAD Honor Rolls because the Union feels that our political role must be maintained if the livelihoods of maritime workers are to be protected. (A copy of our report is filed with the Federal Election Commission and is available for purchase from the Federal Election Commission, Washington, D.C.) NOTE: Each month's SPAD Honor Roll contains the names of those individuals who have given $100 or more as of the last Friday of the previous month. Acevedo, M. Adams, E. Adams, P. Adams, W. Adamson, R. Adcock, J. Agugussa, A. Aguiar, J. Air, R. Alcarin, G. Alexikis, A. Algina, J. AU,D. Allen, E. Allen, J. Alvarez, P. Amat, K. Ammann, W. Andersson, A. Anderson, D. Anderson, E. Andei'son, R. Antici, M. Antone, F. Appleby, D. Apuzzo, W. Aquino, G. Arampazis, T. Arias, F, Aronica, A. Aruz, A. Atkinson, D. Aumiller, R. Avery, R. Babkowski, T. Balaga, C. Barnes, D. Bartlett, J. Bauer, C. Baum, N. Beeching, M. Bellinger, W. Berglond, B. Bjornsson, A. Blackwell, J. Bluitt, J. SPAD Honor Roll Bluitt, T. Bobaiek, W. Boehm, B. Bonser, L. Bourgeois, J. L. Bowker, A. Boyne, D. Bradley, E. Brady, J. Brand, H. Bronnlee, R. Brown, G. Brown, I. Brown, 1. Bruce, C. Bryant, B. Bryant, N. Bucci, P. Bullock, R. BuflBnton, O. Butch, R. Byrd, J. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Cafefato,W. CalTey, J. Conklin, K. Connolly, W. CahUI,!. Conolly, R. Calogeros, D. Cooper, J. Campbell, A. Corder, J. Carey, W. Costa, F. Carter, R. Costango, F. Castel, B. Costango, G. Caswell, J. Costango, J. Carr, J. Cousins, W. Carroll, J. Craig, J. Cavalcanti, R. Cross, M. Cherup, N. Curtis, T. Chilinski, T. Czerwinski, J. Cinquemano, A. Dallas, C. Cirignano, L. Dalman, G. Clark, J. Darley, B. Cline, L. Davis, J. Cofone, W. Davis, J. CoUerIII,J. Davis, J. Colon, E. Davis, S. Comstock, P. Debarrios, M. Continued on next page —— DeChamp, A. Deldaeh, T. Delea, G. DeU, R. Del Moral, A. Demctrios, J. Dengate, H. Di Domenico, J. Diaz, R. Dlercks, J. DiGiorgio, J. Dillings,L. Doak,W. Dobbins, D. Dockwiller, L. Doherty, W. Dolan, J. Dolgen, D. Donnelly, M. Donovan, P. Dornes, Driggers, T. Drozak, F. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gull", Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Ciulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of tru^t funds are made only upon approval by a majority qf the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SIIIFPINC RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Ciet to know your shipping rights. C opies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested, i he proper address for this is: Frank Dro/.ak, Cliairinaii. Seafarers Appeals Board 275 - 20fh Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. UONTRAU'i'S. Copies of all SIU contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU 38 / LOG / September 1978 Ducote, C. Dndan, M. Dudley, K. Duffel, T. Dwyer, J. Dyer, A. Eckert, B. Edwards, W. Elzabri, A. Enin, B. Eschukor, W. Evans, J. Fagan, W. Faitz, F. Fanning, R. Fay, J. Fergus, S. FUer,W. Flade, L. Fletcher, B. Flores, J. Florous, C. Foley, P. Franco, P. Francum, C. Frank, S. Frazier, J. Frounfelter, D. Fuller, £. Fuller, G. Furukawa, H. Gallagher, L. Gallier,M. Gann, T. Gard, C. Gavin, J. Gentile, C. George, J. Gimbert, R. Givens, J. Glenn, J. Glenn, J., Jr. Glldewell, T. Gobrukouich, S. Goeltz, W. Golder, J. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. IlillHlltiiiinililllinillllliiillllllliilllllllllllllllllN^ patrolman or other Union otlicial, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY —THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article .serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Boanl of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any olficial capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a paymciU and is given an official.receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are used to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions arc voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 675 - 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. �Continued from preceding page Gooding, H. Gosse, F. Graham, E. Grant, W. Grepo, F. Guevara, D. Guillen, A. Hager, B. Hall, C. HaII,E. Hall, J. Hall,L. Hall, W. Hamblet, A. Hamilton, G. Hampton, D. Haney, L. Hansen, H. Hant, K. Harris, N. Harris, W. Hauf, M. Haykes, F. Heacox, E. Heniken, E. Higgins, J. Home, H. Hotton, G. Houlihan, M. Houston, H. Hunter, W. Hurley, M. Huss, P. Hussain, A. Hussain, T. lovino, L. Ipsen, L. Jacobs, R. Japper Johnson, R. Jolley, R. Jones, C. Jones, R. Jordan, A. Joseph, E. Karlak, W. Kastina, T. KaufFman, R. Kelly, E. Kenny, L. Kerr, R. Kirby,M. Kitchens, B. Kizzire, C. Knoff, J. Koflowich, W. Kool, L. Konalski, A. Kramer, M. Krittiansen, J. Lamh, J. Lambert, H. Lance, W. Lanczky, W. Lankford, J. Lay, M. Lee,K. Legg,J. Lelonek, L. Leonard, W. Lesnansky, A. Lewin, A. Lewis, J. Libby,H. Lindsey, H. Lively, H. Logue, J. Loleas, P. Long, L. Lorman, S. Loveland, C. Lunsford, J. Macmberg, D. Maineos, T. Malesskey, G. Mallory, A. Manafe, D. Mandene, S. Mann, C. Mann, J. Marchaj, R. Martin, T. Mason, R. Mathil, M. McCarthy, J. McCarthy, L. McCartney, G. McCorvey, D. McCoy, D. McElroy, E. McFarland, D. McFarland, J. McGinnis, A. McKayJM. McKay, R. McKay, R. McNeely, J. Meacham, H. Meeder, H. Meffert, R. Mesford, H. Miller, D. Miller, R. Mintz, L. Mobley, R. Mollard, C. Mongelli, F. Moore, G. Moore, J. Moore, J. Morris, W. Morrison, J. Mull, C. Murray, R. Musciato, M. Myers, H. Myrex, L. Nash, W. Nelson, D. Newberry, H. Nihem, W. Nobles, E. Novak, A. Nuckols, B. O'Brien, E. O'Hara, M. Oldakowski, E. Olds, T. Olivera, W. Olson, F. Dm, L. Orsini, D. Ortiz, F. Ortiz, F. Paczkowski, S. Pagano, J. Papuchis, S. Paradise, L. Passapera, F. Paulovich, J. Payne, H. Pecquex, F. Pelfrey, M. Perez, J. Petak, P. Phillips, R. Pillsworth, P. Poer, G. Pollack, A. Powell, B. Powell, S. Prentice, R. Pretare, G. Prevas,P. Prims, J. PuUiam, J. Raines, R. Ramage, R. Randazza, L. RatclilFe, C. Reading, J. Reck, L. Regan, F. Reinosa, J. Reza, O. Richardson, J, Richoux, J. Ries, J. Ripoll, G. Rivera, L. Roades, O. Roberts, J. Rodriguez, R. Rondo, C. Royal, F. Rung, J. Ryan, T. Sacco, M. Sacco,J. Salazar, H. Sanchez, M. Sanders, D. SanFillippo, J. Sapp, C. Schabland, J. Schatz, G. Sclieard, H. Schwartz, A. Schwarz, R. Schwabland, J. Scott, C. Scott, J., II Seagord, E. Selzer, R. Selzer, S. Shappo, M. Sharp, W. Shaw, L. Shelley, S. Shopatt, H. Sigkr, M. Silva, M. Sims, E. Skala, T. Smith, B. Smith, J. Smith, L. Smith, R. Smith, W. Snellgrove, L. Somerville, G. Soresi, T. South, R. Spady, J. Speller, J. Spencer, G. Stalgy, R. Stankiewicz, A. Stearns, B. Stephens, C. Stevens, W. Stockman, B. Stover, M. Stravers, L. Sulentic, S. Surrick, R. Swain, C. Sweeney, J. Szupp, B. Tanner, C. Tanner, R. Taylor, F. Terpe, K. Terry, D. Thaxton, A. Thayer, D., Jr. Theiss, R. Thomas, F. Thomas, J. Thomas, T. Thorbjorsen, S. Tilley,J. Tillman, W. Todd, R. Trotman, R. Troy, S. Turner, B. Ulrich,H. Uusciato, J. Vahey,R. Van Horn, D. Vanvoorhees, C. Velandra, D. Velasquez, W. Velez, R. Vukmir, G. Walker, T. Wallace, S. Ward, M. Weaver, A. Webb, J. Whitmer, A. Whitsitt, M. Wierschem, D. Wilhclmsen, B. Williams, A. Williams, L. Williams, R. Wilson, B. Wilson, C. Wingficld, P. Wipmer, R. Wolf, P. Wood, C. Worley, M. Wright, A. Wright, F. Wydra, R. Yarmola, J. Yates, J. Yelland, B. Zai, C. Zeloy, J. $600 Honor Roll Pomerlane, R. $500 Honor Roll SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION Antich, J. ISPAD) 675 FOURTH AVENUE BROOKLYN, N.Y. 11232 Date. $400 Honor Roll S.S. No. LUkdabhH. Contributor's Name. .Book No. Ijil Address. City _ -State, -Zip Code I acknowledge and understand that SPAD is a separate segregated fund established and administered by my Union to engage in political activities and to make contributions and expenditures for candidates seeking political office and solicits and accepts only voluntary contributions, and I have the right to refuse to make any contribution without fear of reprisal. 1' may contribute such amount as I may volun­ tarily determine and I herewith contribute the sum of $ . This contribution constitutes my voluntary act and I am to to receive a copy of this receipt showing the amount of my contribution. A copy of SPAD's report is filed with the Federal Election Commission and is available for purchase from the Federal Election Commission, Washington, D.C. Signature of Solicitor Solicitor's No. 1978 Port $ $300 Honor Roll Andersen, R. Chartier, W. Curtis, T. Forshee, R. Hall, P. Harcrow, C. Larkin, J. Nasser, A. $200 Honor Roll Ahmed, F. Bernstein, A. Cookmans, R. Crocco, G. Dryden, J. Ellis, P. Firth, R. GUbo,T. Grima, V. Hagerty, C. Kerngood, M. Kingsley, J. Lombardo, J. McCullough, L. Pow, J. Redgate, J. Turner, E. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR UNION September 1978 / LOG / 39 �A Big Payoff For a Small Investment Thirty cents today won't get you far on your own. You can't buy a subway token for 30 cents. You can't take a bus or a cab or drive your car through a toll-booth unless you have the right fare—and no matter where you are today, that fare is more than 30 cents. But 30 cents a day from SIU members can help move the Union in the direction we want to travel; towards increased job security and a more active role in political decision making. Through a new voluntary program, • Seafarers can now donate 30 cents daily to SPAD (Seafarers Political Activities Donation.) The donation will auto­ matically be deducted from the Vaca­ tion benefit. By signing a form like the one printed below, 30 cents a day can be channeled into the Union's separate political fund where it will be used for political activity on behalf of the whole membership. The 30 cent deduction, like any money donated to SPAD, is a voluntary contribution. And if every member chooses to support this program, the 30 cents a day can as much as double our ability to make the collective voice of the SIU heard in Washington. The elections coming up in November make now an especially important time for the Union to let candidates know our position on major issues. We can work for those candidates who support maritime issues. And campaign against those who don't. But our activity can't stop when the elections are over. Congressional legislation that impacts on maritime and on labor as a whole is debated through­ out the year. And if the Union doesn't keep on letting elected representatives know what's important to the SIU, nobody else is going to tell them. We want a bill, now in Committee, which would regulate the rate-slashing practices of the Soviet fleet, passed. So we let Congress know. We want to make sure the jobs of LOG American workers in the new ocean mining industry are protected. So, again, we let Congress know. The Union's ability to keep on fighting for legislation and programs that will create new jobs in the maritime industry and protect those we already have depends directly on the support of the membership. When you think about it, your 30 cents a day can mean the difference between sending a pro or anti-maritime representative to Washington. It can also mean the difference between a secure future for Seafarers and no future at all. Letting our voices be heard in the battles fought in Congress that affect working people in the U.S. has been a priority of the SIU for many years. With the membership's continued support of SPAD and participation in the 30 cents a day deduction program, we'll be effective in those battles. That's a pretty big payoff for a very small investment. Effective from this date, I hereby assign, direct and authorize you to deduct from payments required to be made by you to me for vacation benefits and at the time of such payments, a sum equal to thirty cents per day for which 1 am entitled to vacation benefit payments and to pay and transfer such amounts to SPAD, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, N.Y, 11232. This authorization shall remain in full force and effect unless written notice by certified mall is given by me to you of revocation of this authorization, in which event the revocation shall be effective as of the date you receive it and applicable only to vacation benefits, both earned and payable to me thereafter. I acknowledge advice and understand that SPAD is a separate segregated fund established-Bnd administered by my union to engage in political activities and to make contributions and expenditures for candidates seeking political office and solicits and accepts only voluntary contributions and I have the right to refuse to make any contributions, including this authorization without fear of reprisal. I may contribute directly fo SPAD such amount as I may voluntarily determine in lieu of signing this authorization and that the specified amount herein provided is to minimize administrative responsibilities and costs consistent with the facilitation for the making of voluntary con­ tributions. And this authorization for contributions, constitutes my voluntary act. A copy of SPAD's report is 1iled with the Federal Election Commission and is available for purchase from the Federal Election Commission, Wash­ ington, D.C. This authorization has been executed in triplicate, the original for you, copy to SPAD and copy to me. Member's name (Print) Member's Signature Social Security Number Members Home Address City State Port Book Number OFFICE COPY Zip Ml I 1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1970-1979 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXXII-XLI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1978 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES LABOR, MANAGEMENT FORGE NEW PROGRAM FOR NMC SIUNA TO HOLD 18TH CONVENTION OCT. 16-19 SIU WINS LANDMARK PACT FOR IOT BOATMEN CONTRACT PAVES WAY FOR INDUSTRY WIDE GAINS FOR INLAND MEMBERS CARTER SIGNS OCS BILL: GUARENTEE JOB RIGHTS ALASKA HOVERCRAFT EXPERIMENTS OKAYED BY SENATE USPHS TAKING SOME POSITIVE STEPS IN SEAMEN’S CARE: BUT SIU WILL OPPOSE STRICTER STANDARDS FOR OLDER MEN LOUD PROTESTS SHELVE PLAN TO EXPORT ALASKAN OIL HALL TO DOE: GET THE LEAD OUT ON LNG IMPORT PROJECTS SIU, NEW CREW C.G. CHIEF MEET ON SAFETY, MANNING ISSUES JAMES A. FARRELL, JR., 77, DIES OGDEN MARINE PUTS 2 TANKERS ON ORDER LUNDEBERG SCHOOL MADE DIFFERENCE FOR RIVERMAN WALTER CANNON NEW DEEP SEA DEATH BENEFIT PROVIDES SECURITY FOR YOUR FAMILIES HOUSE PASSES TANKER SAFETY BILL CARTER SIGNS OCS ENERGY LEGISLATION SENATE COMMITTEE OK’S OCEAN MINING SIU SENIORITY UPGRADERS GET FIRST-HAND LOOK AT WASHINGTON POLITICS SENATE VOTES BILL TO GIVE U.S. SHIPPING ‘AN EVEN BREAK’ HALL TO HEAD PANEL AT TRANSPORT FORUM U.S. FLAG FLEET CLIMBS TO RECORD 21.3 MILLON TONS NATIONAL MARITIME COUNCIL WARNS OF SOVIET INENTION TO CONTROL WORLD SEALANES MARITIME SEMINAR TO VIEW PROBLEMS ON CARGO MOVEMENTS HALL: LABOR’S GOAL IS FULL EMPLOYMENT SAYS GOV’T POLICY MAKERS TREAT UNEMPLOYMENT AS STATISTIC ONLY AN EYE OPENING TRIP FOR DELTA AMERICA CREW ALLEGIANCE CITED FOR RESCUE OF 5 IN STORM AT SEA U.S. FLEET’S CARGO SHARE TO GROW: BUT JOBS FOR SEAMEN? PL- 480 MORE THAN A NUMBER TO U.S. MERCHANT FLEET 27 TAIWANESE SEAMEN STRANDED BY FLAG-OF-CONVENIENCE OPERATOR LABOR TAKES BIG STEP TO BOLSTER JOB SAFETY LAWS RUSSIAN RATE SLASHING EYED BY U.S. SENATE TUG ELIZABETH SMITH TO WORK NEW ORLEANS OCEAN MINING BILL IN HANDS OF SENATE LNG GEMINI SAILS ON MAIDEN VOYAGE: SEAFARERS NOW MANNING 5 GAS CARRIERS DIXIE PROGRESS CREW FINDS THAT AIN’T HAY TIGHTER GOV’T CONTROLS NEEDED TO BOOST U.S. LINER FLEET THE TRAIL UP FROM BONDAGE: THE STORY OF ANDREW FURUSETH Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1978 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 40, No. 9 1978 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/efc376338edba186ca7cf18b077f90fd.PDF 0cdadb168f0f3db0117d0b6dcf0677de PDF Text Text SSL Of SEAMANSHIB Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union • Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District • AFL-CIO SlU Crews New 1,000-Ft. Laker, Indiana Harbor Page 13 NO!"9^ SEPTEMBER 1979 Paul Hall Gives National Labor Day Address 1 Pages 14-15 Boatmen on National Flag Save Crash Victim Vi Page 11 Union Wins Landmark Court li £ •< I -II Page 3 SlU in Battle to Preserve Safety Steward Recertification Program u- Gets Underway Pages 20-21 '\ 1)l . J • '"'•iWiiikl, �Smiffe Votes ^Yea' to Bring Back US. Passenger Ships Three erand old oasseneer reoresentative Chuck Mollard the American passenger fleet, have contracted to buy tnese two t Three grand old passenger ships may soon be restored to active service under the U.S. flag, thanks to action taken by the Senate this month. By a voice vote on Sept. 6 the Senate passed two separate bills with the common aim of bringing back the U.S.-flag passenger fleet. House action on the bills is still pending. Introduced by Sen. Daniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii), one bill allows the passenger ships United States and Santa Rosa to operate on domestic as well as foreign routes. The other bill re-documents the S.S. Independence for use in the U.S. coastwise trade. Passage of the bills was hailed as a boon for the U.S.-flag maritime industry and American tourism by the many maritime labor, industry and government groups that have supported the bills. Speaking for the legislation on behalf of the SIU, Washington 0)(0, representative Chuck Mollard noted that restoration of these that re-birth is still in its infant passenger ships is a necessary stages. House action, expected soon, first step in rebuilding the "vital passenger component of the is still necessary before the long United States merchant marine." laid-up Independence begins The American-flag passenger cruising the Hawaiian Islands fleet, once a vital sector of U.S. and United States starts her maritime, has dipped to only four California-to-Hawaii run. And deep sea vessels in recent years. the two cruise companies which The four, SlU-crewed Delta Line ships, cruise between the U.S. West Coast and South America. The SIU also mans the only Legislative News Senate Passes Passenger two overnight passenger steam­ Ship Bill Page 2 boats in the U.S. fleet. They are SIU in Washington Pages 9-10 Fight to the Delta Queen and the Missis­ Preserve Safety Page 5 sippi Queen. They operate throughout the Mississippi River Union News Win Yellowstone Case Page 3 system. President's Report Page 2 Re-entry of the Independence, Headquarters Notes Page 7 United StatesandSantaRosa into Letters to Editor Page 18 Brotherhood in Action Page 39 the U.S. passenger fleet will mean At Sea-Ashore., Page 17 new jobs for American seamen as SPAD Checkoff Back Page Hall's Labor well as for U.S. shipyard workers Day Address !... Pages 14-15 and those in other maritime Great Lakes Picture Page 26 related industries. Inland Lines Page 29 National Flag Boatmen But while the Senate vote Save Crash Victim Page 11 paves the way for the re-birth of INDEX Paul Hall Next 14 Months Are Critical T HE 1980 Presidential election is a full 14 months away. But the way the candidates—both announced and unannounced—are running you'd think the election was next week instead of next year. It's too bad it has to be like this. But that's the way the American political system works. An elected legislator in this country— whether he be the President, a Congressman or a Senator—never really stops running. Before a politician makes a move—whether it be voting on or sponsoring a bill he looks at it two ways. First, he studies how the bill will effect the nation. And secondly, he studies how his support or opposition of the measure will effect him politically. So many times, a politician votes on an issue in relation to what's good for him politically and not on the merits of the bill itself. It's all part of the political process in this country. You may not like it in principle, but if you are going to take an active role in the political arena—like we do—you have to play by the rules. That is the main reason why the job of political action is both tough duty as well as being a full time job—day in, day out. Each and every SIU member must realize the importance of politics to our Union, our jobs and our security. There's no two ways about it. Our success in politics is directly tied to our continued success and prosperity as a trade union. So, if you look at it closely, it's really not premature to be looking at the 1980 election right now. Don't forget, the office of President is only one job to be filled. The entire House of Representatives, 435 seats, is also up for election. So are numerous important Senate seats. passenger vessels are not going to start pouring money into restor­ ing them until approval to run them is official. The SIU and other maritime labor and industry groups that support a revival of the U.S.-flag passenger fleet, will continue efforts to get that revival rolling. General News Ship's Digests Dispatcher's Reports: Great Lakes Inland Waters Deep Sea Page 26 Page 28 Page 22 Training-Upgrading "A" Seniority Upgrading ....Page 23 Piney Point Grads Page 31 Upgrading Schedule Page 6 Membership News New Pensioners Page 33 Final Departures Page 36 Steward Recertification Program Pages 20-21 Manhattan Island Page 16 Special Features The Late Al Bernstein Good Will Agent on LNG Run Pages 34-35 Page 38 At the present time, this membership should be fully aware that the SIU is already gearing up for the 1980 elections. We are supporting and will continue to support the people we feel will do a good job for maritime when and if they get into office. At the same time, the Union's legislative staff is doing an outstanding job of keeping on top of the day-to-day activities in Washington, D.C. This is an extremely difficult job. And as all SIU members should realize, it's getting tougher and tougher all the time. My point, brothers, is simply this. The next year, from a political standpoint, is crucial to us. We must start playing our chips now, and play them smart throughout. For us there is no bluffing in politics. We have to have a full house every time to bring home a winner. In this game, brothers, SPAD is our chips. And like in any poker game, you can't go in with a small bankroll. If you do, you're as good as dead. Our new '30 Cents-a-Day' SPAD Checkoff Program has been in operation now for a little over a year. The response to the program has truly been outstanding. And, there is no question that the membership's support of the SPAD Checkoff Program has already increased our ability to function politically. Our overall goal is to have every SIU member participate in the SPAD Checkoff program. We are on our way toward achieving that goal. For those who have not signed the checkoff authorization, it's time to start giving serious couSiUeration to doing so. To those who have signed it, it's important to realize that participation in politics by the individual SIU member only starts with SPAD. Every member should know the important maritime issues, as well as knowing where a candidate stands concerning our industry. The individual member should also take the time out to write his Congressman and Senators to encourage support for maritime. In addition, the individual SIU member should consider donating some of his time to campaigns involving candidates being supported by the Union. Our record in the political arena has been a very good one. We have done a lot with relatively small resources. The bottom line, though, is that we must do more. Now is as good a time as any to get going. Change of address cards on Form 35/9 should be sent to Seafarers International Union, Atlantic Gulf Lakes and Inland Wafprs ni«itrirt AFI rin 1123^ Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. Vol. 41, No. 9, Septernber 2 / LOG / September 1979 Page 32 Fn..r+h A.,^ Qr^nv,r. M Ave.. Brooklyn, N. �• House Votes to Ban Alaska Oil Exportation C I,HALK one up for the Amer, ican consumer and thou­ sands of American workers in a variety of trades including mari­ time., i t ^ The House of Representatives, after months of delay, finally voted to ban the exportation of Alaskan oil as part of the Export Administration Act Amend­ ments of 19.79. The Senate passed an almost identical bill in July. However, because there are some differ­ ences in them, the bill must go to a House-Senate Conference Committee before it can be sent on tp the White House for the final okay. The House version of the bill was passed on Tuesday evening Sept. 25, 1979. However, there was an eleventh hour attempt by Rep. William Dannemeyer (RCalif.) to do away with the Alaskan oil provision in the bill. Dannemeyer was badly defeated in a 340 to 61 roll-call vote. After Dannemeyer's amend­ ment was dumped, the House went on to approve the full Export Administration bill by a voice vote. The ban on exportation of Alaskan oil is a big victory for the goal of energy independence for America. At the present time, the Alaska oil reserve is the only solid reliable reserve in the United States. Credit for this victory goes to the wide range of consumer and citizen groups and the AFL-CIO, which did the hard work on Capitol Hill to get the bilfpassed. Essentially, the House bill totally bans the export or ex­ change of Alaskan produced oil, except in the following instances: • the export would not lessen either the quantity or quality of crude available to U.S. con­ sumers; • the export would result in the reduction in cost of imported crude to American refiners and the cost of oil to American consumers. Cost items would have to be verified by a semi­ annual government audit. • if any exports are approved their contracts must be termin­ able; • the exports must be proved necessary for the protection of U.S. national security. The main difference in the House and Senate bill is this. The House bill says that a Presiden­ tial order calling for the exporta­ tion of Alaskan oil must be approved by both Houses of Congress. The Senate version says that a Presidential order for Alaskan oil export must be disapproved by both Houses of Congress. Either way, it looks like Amer­ ica's biggest and most reliable energy reserve will be used by American consumers and indus­ try, exclusively. SlU Wins Landmark Decision in Yellowstone Case A LANDMARK decision which will enable the SIU to defend the health and safety rights of Union members more fully than ever before was handed down this month by U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The Court decision, dated Sept. 17, 1979, upholds the right of a maritime union to fully and actively participate in a Coast Guard investigation into a ma­ rine casualty that involves union members. The ruling stemmed from charges filed by the SIU against the Coast Guard and other agen­ cies in the wake of a Coast Guard investigation into the June 1978 sinking of the SlU-manned S.S. Yellowstone (Ogden Marine). Two days after the Algerian freighter Ibn Batouta rammed the portside of the Yellowstone's engine room, killing and injuring several SIU members, an inquiry into the cause of the casualty was begun. The purpose of the inquiry was twofold: to determine the cause of the accident; and to formulate suggestions which could be implemented to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future. At the start of the hearing, the SIU applied to the presiding Coast Guard officer. Comman­ der Leon E. Beaudin, to be designated as a "party in interest." A party in interest has the right to fully participate in the proceed­ ings, including the rights to legal counsel, to cross-examination and to call witnesses. As the collective bargaining and trade union representative of the Yel­ lowstone's unlicensed crew, the Union claimed a "vital and critical interest in the safety and working conditions" of Union members and further claimed that interest entitled us to be named a party in interest. Cmdr. Beaudin denied the SIU's "party in interest" applica­ tion, saying that "a person is named a party in interest so that he may have the opportunity to protect himself if the facts develop that are adverse in nature to him." Cmdr. Beaudin decided the Union's status was that of an "interested party," which allowed the SIU to sit in on the hearings but not to play an active part in them. Charging that the Coast Guard had both misinterpreted and acted "in contravention" of U.S. shipping laws defining "party in interest," the SIU applied to U.S. District Court for an injunction. Backs Union Strongly In a hearing before U.S. District Judge Mary Johnson Lowe, the Union presented a well-documented case which argued that an inquiry into a marine casualty in which Sea­ farers are involved cannot be complete without the "relevant and probative evidence," of those Seafarers. District Judge Lowe upheld the Union's position. In a written opinion which strongly backed the Union's authority to protect the lives, safety and working conditions of the SIU member­ ship, Judge Lowe said: . "If Congress intended a casu­ alty investigation to ascertain the cause of an accident, then all interests, particularly representa- fives of the largest segment of the Coast Guard is temporarily maritime public—the crews of barred from publishing or distri­ merchant marine vessels, such as buting their findings. the unlicensed seamen...who Right now, the SIU is in the died in the collision and who are process of preparing the finalizamost likely to die in future marine tion of its case which, if upheld by casualties—will be represented." the Court, will make the tempo­ "The seamen," Judge Lowe rary injunction against the Coast concluded, "if not more inter­ Guard permanent. ested are at least as equally The Union's general counsel interested as owner and cargo . Howard Schulman is very opti­ interests in promoting the safety mistic that the Court will again of life and property at sea. It is rule in favor of the SIU. And that they who have the most compel­ will mean that in the future, the ling reasons to raise all issues SIU and other maritime unions relevant to the collision." will be able to raise all the The Coast Guard's one-sided relevant issues in a marine investigation of the Yellowstone casualty investigation, not just the issues the Coast Guard and tragedy has been completed. But because of the court's ruling, the shipowners want to see. 1 i Log, Skipjack Win ILPA Awards The International Labor Press Association has announced the winners of its 1978 Journalistic Awards Contest and the SIU's publications did well. The Log won the "Award of Honor for General Editorial Excel­ lence" in its category of interna­ tional union publications of less than 100,000 circulation. The Skipjack, published by the Lundeberg School, won two awards. The Skipjack won the "Award of Honor for General Editorial Excel­ lence" in its category of union publications of less than 20,000 circulation. The Skipjack also won "First Award for Best Front Page, News­ paper Format" in competition with all labor newspapers. In announcing the awards, the ILPA judges said that the Log "specializes in bringing to its far flung membership news of maritime legislation that directly affects their lives, both at sea and ashore. Special emphasis is also given education and training of seamen." The ILPA judges said that the Skipjack "is unexcelled in its class for fine graphics. Spritely written features, with good photos help it explain the world of the sea to students and the activities of the School to the outside world." The award won by the Log this ye^r adds to the long list of awards our paper has won since it was first published in 1938. A good deal of the credit for the Log's success goes to SIU members who continually supply the Log with lively photos and stories of life at sea and on the inland waters. Congratulations are also in order here for the staff of the Lundeberg School for the fine job they do month after month in keeping the membership informed of the oppor­ tunities available at the School for SIU members. • I ; September 1979 / LOG / 3 i �E" Unions Oppose Amendments to Maritime Bill T Following are the two House WO legislative amendments that would badly hurt the amendments which the Ad Hoc Maritime Committee opposes: U.S. merchant marine have been • the so-called "50 percent vigorously opposed by the AFLmanning amendment." This CIO Ad Hoc Committee on amendment prohibits CDS funds Maritime Industry problems. The Ad Hoc Committee, made for the construction of any new merchant vessel on which the up of all the major seagoing subsidized manning scale is 50 unions, voiced strong objections percent above the minimum to two of the House amendments manning requirements deter­ to the Maritime Appropriations mined by the Coast Guard as Authorization Act of fiscal year necessary for the "safe operation" 1980. of the vessel. The Maritime Bill was passed • the so-called "lobbying" by the Senate in May and by the House in July. TheSIU and other amendment. This amendment maritime unions fought very affects U.S. operators who re­ hard for the bill and were ceive operating differential sub­ successful in getting the most sidies. It prohibits them from counting as eligible their costs for important parts passed. These were the allocations of contributions to contractually established maritime industry subsidy funds. For the construction differen­ and legislative research organiza­ tial subsidy (CDS) program, tions. This includes such groups $101 million was approved; for as Transportation Institute, the the operating differential subsidy Joint Maritime Congress, and (ODS) program, $256 million the American Maritime Officers Service. was approved. SIU Washington Representa­ Also $16 million went to maritime research and $27.9 tive Chuck Mollard, who is million for maritime education chairman of the Subcommitte on Legislation of the Ad Hoc Mari­ and training. The House tacked on some time Committee, voiced the amendments to its version of the Committee's objections in letters Maritime Bill. Since these to Rep. John Murphy and Sen. amendments are not in the Daniel Inouye. Senate version, a conference Concerning the "50 percent committee must meet to resolve manning amendment," Mollard the differences. wrote, "This is a completely He pointed to the fact that erroneous and misleading provi­ sion which serves only to confuse U.S.-flag tankers of 200,000 to 390,000 deadweight tons operate the Congress." with crews of 29. But less than 10 He explained that the Coast years ago a 16,000 dwt tanker was Guard doesn't take the steward department into consideration manned with 42 seamen. Explaining the objections to when establishing manning levels the "lobbying" amendment, Mol­ for "safe navigation." Mollard pointed out that the lard noted the Ad Hoc Coast Guard's manning levels Committee also feels that this "do not take into account the measure "is an unnecessary need for vessel maintenance, intrusion into the collective vessel sanitation, specialized bargaining process." He compared the subsidies' operational activities, or passen­ ger services, as well as possible given steamship companies by the government to federal funds emergency procedures." He added that current man­ given in other areas. The com­ ning levels have been reviewed panies, he said, "are no more and approved by the U.S. Mari­ using federal funds to lobby time Administration, "the sole Congress, thd!n are those thou­ government agency responsible sands of cities, states, universi­ ties, foundations, and other for the CDS program." In the letters it was also organizations that receive federal pointed out that the Ad Hoc funds while they, at the same time Committee feels that this amend­ allocate funds to undertake ment "is an outright attempt to research and present their views before the Congress." erode our national policy of Mollard gave some back­ promoting a stable collective ground concerning this amend­ bargaining process." ment. He noted that when the Productivity Increased amendment was first introduced Mollard notes that "maritime it was rejected by a House labor and management have for subcommittee and then by the years taken the lead in reducing full Committee on Merchant crew size, boosting productivity Marine and Fisheries. However, and at the same time agreeing the amendment was adopted on upon the crew size necessary for a the House floor. "We can only assume," Mol­ ship's safe operation, mainte­ lard wrote, "that those who nance and cargo handling." supported this measure did so based on the misconception that such organizations [like Trans­ portation Institute, etc.] receive is such incidents as this that makes direct federal subsidy funds." The results of the conference us proud of the men who can be found aboard our ships..." committee's meetings will be carried in the next issue of the Log. Seafarer Saves Shipmate on SS Santa Mar/ana The validity of the old adage, "it's not the ship, it's the crew," has been proven once again, this time on the SlU-manned passenger ship SS Santa Mariana, which was enroute to San Francisco. The heroic actions of one of the crewmembers, Dudley Grant, third steward, were instrumental in saving the life of his shipmate, William Hurd, 2nd Cook/Pantryman. On Thursday, August 1, Hurd suffered an attack that was appar­ ently caused by his moving too quickly from a warm galley into the chill box. He collapsed outside the chill box, lost consciousness, and subsequently, had no respiration or pulse. Fortunately, Grant was nearby and knew the correct procedures to follow in such an instance. He administered artificial respiration and gave a sharp blow to revive Hurd's heart beat. The ship's surgeon. Dr. Harold Lidner, arrived quickly and com­ mented favorably on Grant's quick and level-headed behavior. There is no doubt, he said, that Grant saved Hurd's life. The Captain of the SS Santa Mariana. Earl Hill, wrote the 4 / LOG / September 1979 following note to the President of Delta Steamship Lines, the ship's owner, shortly after the incident: "It Know the Laws in Foreign Ports I^ ^ \ Vl.fx ^ Seafarer Dudley Grant, left, played a hero's role when he revived his shipmate, William Hurd, after Hurd had suffered an apparent fatal heart attack. With the drama behind them, the two get together for this photo aboard the SS Santa Mariana. The Union wants to remind all Seafarers that they are subject to the laws of the countries to which they sail. Being in a foreign jail is not pleasant. But that's exactly where merchant seamen And themselves when they disregard the laws of another country. The same is true for foreign seamen in this country. They are also subject to U.S. law and can face imprisonment if they violate it. Try to be familiar with the laws of the countries to which you sail. Laws are not the same everywhere. Something which is legal here might be illegal in another country. Also, just as Americans want foreigners to respect our laws, we should respect theirs. That respect will have a twofold benefit. It will contribute to better feelings and it will keep you out of jail. �Safety of Life at Sea is at Stake in New Bill U NBELIEVABLE is the best way to describe it! The U.S. Coast Guard, the agency charged with protecting life and safety at sea, is support­ ing a bill that would blast a hole right through the bulkheads of America's marine safety codes. The bill, slugged H.R. 5164, is being considered by the Subcom­ mittee on Coast Guard and Navigation of the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee. The Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Mario Biaggi (D-N.Y.), has been conducting hearings on the measure. The bill would, among other things, allow vessels of 300 gross tons or less, carrying freight or passengers for hire to be operated without a licensed pilot or engineer. Presently, the law mandates that a licensed pilot and engineer be carried on all vessels above 15 gross tons carrying freight for hire, or above 15 gross tons and in excess of 65 feet in length carrying passengers for hire. However, for the past 20 years, the Coast Guard has essentially ignored the law and has applied these personnel requirements only to vessels in excess of 100 gross tons. The SIU is vehemently op­ posed to this bill in its present form. And SIU Washington Representative Chuck Mollard told the Subcommittee why in testimony on Sept. 18, 1979 in Washington, D.C. neer requirement is an attempt to alleviate an alleged localized manpower shortage in the off­ shore mineral and oil industry. Industry spokesmen claim there are not enough people with the required licenses to operate the increasing numbers of crewboats being utilized in offshore oil drilling on the East Coast. Instead of tightening safety laws with this increased traffic, the Coast Guard is singing the industry's song. Rear Adm. Henry Bell, chief of the office of merchant marine safety, told the Subcommittee that the removal of the pilot/ engineer requirement "would not adversely effect safety." When Bell finished his brief testimony on the bill, there was little cross examination by the Subcommittee, considering the importance of the proposed changes in safety codes. The fact, though, that the two chief consuls to the Subcommit­ tee, Mr. R. Cassani and Mr. R. Ratti, are retired from the Coast Guard no doubt has something to do with it. SIU Position Chuck Mollard made the SIU's position on H.R. 5164 very clear during Subcommittee hear­ ings. The Union is determined to fight this measure down to the wire in the best interests of safety of life at sea and the marine environment. Mollard told the Subcom­ mittee that the Union can appre­ Mollard said that the removal ciate the problems of the offshore of the pilot/engineer requirement marine industries. But he clearly on vessels of 300 gross tons or less pointed out that the bill's ap­ would be a "critical mistake" and proach to aiding the industry "is would "seriously compromise misguided" in that "it seeks to both safety and the environ­ heal minor wounds with major surgery." ment." Mollard pointed out that The removal of the pilot/ engi­ vessels of 300 gross tons must have qualified people in com­ mand. Crewboats used in the offshore industry often approach 400 feet in length, carry as many as 50 passengers and are contin­ uously docking and undocking— as many as 20 times in 7 days. Mollard also pointed out that some passenger vessels of under 100 gross tons approach 200 feet in length and carry as many as 800 passengers. Mollard was backed up in his statements by representatives of the Masters, Mates and Pilots Union, MEBA District I and MEBA District 2. Those repre­ sentatives were Henry Trutneff (MM&P), Fred Schumann (Dis­ trict 1) and Ed Kelly (District 2). The SIU's Mollard also noted a recent report of the National Transportation Safety Board which recommended to the Coast Guard that the navigation re­ quirements for equipment and licensing of crewboats be up­ graded. This NTSB report fol­ lowed investigation of the colli­ sion in 1978 of a Liberian tanker and a U.S. crewboat in the Gulf of Mexico in which two men lost their lives. In wrapping up, Mollard reemphasized the Union's total opposition to the relaxation of the pilot/engineer requirement or any other requirement that would imperil safety of life at sea. The next step for H.R. 5146 is unclear. The Subcommittee will undoubtedly report the bill which will then be considered by the full House Merchant Marine Com­ mittee. The SIU is prepared to fight the bill there and right on to the House fioor itself if it gets that far. A mitedmaritime'laborTonttesTified against many of the provisions in H.R. 5164. From the left they are: Fred Schamann (MEBA District 1); Chuck Mollard ot the SIU; Ed Kelly (MEBA District 2), and Henry Trutneff of MM&P. I a September 1979 / |_0G / 5 l! �Engine Upgrading Courses: You Name it. He's Taken it UPG Seafarer Bobby Frank Hedrick has been working on ocean-going vessels in the engine department for the past 13 years. During this time he has taken full advantage of the Lundeberg School. Seafarer Hedrick took his first course at HLS in 1973. Since that time he has taken the programs for firefighting, lifeboat, welding, refrigerated container mechanic, fundamentals of diesels, automa­ tion, marine electrical maintenance and QMED—any rating. With all this training under his builds your future builds your security LNG—October 15, December 10 Diesels for QMED's—November 26 FOWT—October 25, November 26 Welding—^November 12 AB—November 8 Automation—November 12 Quartermaster—October 15 Steward—October 15, November 12, December 10 Chief Cook—October 29, December 10 Cook and Baker—October 29, December 10 Lifeboat—October 15; November 8, 22; December 6, 20 Tankerman—October 15; November 8, 22; December 6, 20 Steward Hecertification—^November 12 Electronics for QMED's — November 5 To enroll, see your SIU Representative or contact: Vocational Education Department Harry Lundeberg School Piney Point, Maryland 20674 Phone: (301)994-0010 (An upgrading application is in this issue of the Log. Fill it out and mail it today!) UPGRADING It pays Do It Now! Seafarer Bob Hedrick belt. Brother Hedrick went one step further. He took and passed the Coast Guard licensing exam for Original Second Engineer, Steam. He said,"I am sincere when I say the school has helped me. Because of the success I had with the programs at the school, I had the confidence to go on and get my engineer's license. The Union has been good to me. I haven't been broke since my first payoff from a ship." Brother Hedrick did not pass the examination for his engineer's license on the first try, however. "I came back to the school for an upgrading course and received help from instructors Bill Eglinton and Charlie Nalen," he commented. Seafarer Hedrick recommends the Lundeberg School to any young person who needs a little direction. He said, "I have done many different things during my life including eight years in the Navy and seven years in the Air Force. I have also been a truck driver. It pays to be a seaman. There is no other school that a person could go to that is three months long and gives him a job at the completion of the program. I have never been involved with anything that is such a good opportunity as this is." Brother Hedrick has taken his own advice about HLS and is currently enrolled in the Pumproom Maintenance and Operations course. He has most recently been working on the liquefied natural gas carrier, the El Paso Arzew, as a QMED. "I plan to keep my SIU book active. I have time with the Union and I would be foolish to throw this away." Seafarer Hedrick has been a member of the SIU for 13 years and resides in Oroville, Calif, with his wife and four stepchildren. Monthly Membership Meetings Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Algonac Houston NewOrleans Mobile San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Piney Point San Juan Columbus Chicago Port Arthur Buffalo St. Louis , Cleveland Date Oct. 9 Oct. 9 Oct. 10 Oct. 11 Oct. 11 Oct. 12 Oct. 15 Oct. 16 Oct. 17 Oct. 18 Oct. 22 Oct. 26 Oct. 13 Oct. 26 Oct. 20 Oct. 16 Oct. 16 Oct. 17 Oct. 19 Oct. 18 Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters 2:30p.m 2:30 p.m 2:30 p.m 9:30a.m 2:00 p.m 2:30 p.m 2:30p.m 2:30p.m 2:30p.m 2:30p.m 2:30 p.m 2:30 p.m. 10:30a.m. 2:30 p.m. UiW 7:00 p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m — — 7:00p.m 7:00p.m — — 1:00 p.m. — 2:30p.m 2:30 p.m 6 / LOG / September 1979 u'' �Headquar bv* SIU Execulive Vice President Frank Drozak People Take Notice of Job SIU Members Are Doing S OMETIMES it seems like the harder you work, the less notice people take of what you are doing. This is a problem the American Merchant Marine has been saddled with for many years. And it's one reason why it's not nearly what it should be today. People simply don't take enough notice, and don't realize how vitally important to our nation's interests the merchant marine is. In spite of the fact that the SIU has fought long and hard, over the last 40 years, to win improved wages and living conditions for seamen, and to upgrade the profession in general, we've still got to yell as loud as we can to get people to take notice. How often have you heard a good word, from somebody outside oPyour own immediate circle, about the good job you are doing? Not often enough, I'd venture to say. And it's through no fault of your—or our— own that this condition exists. But despite these things, the SIU has a good reputation. Our members are manning the most sophisticated vessels being built today, as a result of this well-deserved reputation. SIU members are manning LNG's, VLCC's, ULCC's Lash ships, OBO's, RO/RO's, super containerships and every type of modern tug and towboat in the U.S. fleet. We are doing a tremendous job in the process. But what about a kind word every now and then? A word of praise that can do wonders for the morale? Unfortunately, they are just too few and far between, to the point where you sometimes wonder: is anyone taking any notice? Well, brothers, I'm pleased to report that, yes, people are taking notice of the job SIU members are doing. Just recently I attended the launching ceremony of the new ultra large crude carrier, the USTPacific, in Newport News, Va. It was there that some unsolicited words of praise were spoken in reference to the job Seafarers have been doing on the Pacific's sistership, the UST Atlantic. The 390,000 dwt. UST Atlantic, the biggest ship ever built in the Western Hemisphere—until the UST Pacific came along—has been in operation since early this year. So Seafarers have had plenty of opportunity to prove themselves on the big ULCC. Shell Oil Co., which holds long-term leases on both ships, has been watching how the USTA tlantic has been handled over the last several months—closely. Executives from the company were at the recent launching ceremony in Newport News. They went out of their way to say how impressed they were with the job Seafarers have been doing on the ship. Needless to say, the men on the UST A tlantic, as well as the entire SIU membership, should be pleased. And proud. These words of praise can be accepted at face value: as a compliment for a specific job well done, which it certainly is. But there's more to it than that. These words of praise serve to reinforce what we've believed about our Union for a long time: that SIU seamen and boatmen are the most skilled and qualified maritime workers in the world. Those words of praise also serve to tell us that all the time and effort we've put into the Harry Lundeberg School and its various training programs have been well worth it. It's an investment that's constantly paying off. Because of the Lundeberg School and its incomparable technical and safety courses, such as LNG Safety, Automation, and Pumproom Maintenance and Operation, all our companies can rest easier knowing that SIU members are handling pumping operations and other crucial jobs on their vessels. Every time a Seafarer upgrades, it pays off for him as an individual. It also helps maintain and enhance the SIU's reputation for providing that increasingly important product: skilled manpower. Yes, brothers, it pays off as sure as anything. And every now and then, such as recently at the launching ceremony of the UST Pacific, you find out that somebody is actually taking notice of your skills, and appreciates the job you are doing. Bilateral Trade Pacts Work: US. Needs More of Them The U.S. Maritime Admini­ stration has just published the results of a ten-year study it commissioned on the impact of bilateral shipping agreements on the U.S. liner trades. The report concludes that bilateralism is "a viable option for U.S. policy-makers." A bilateral shipping agreement is one in which two countries decide to reserve an agreed upon percentage of ocean-borne trade for vessels documented under their laws. For example, the agreement reached by the U.S. and Soviet governments concerning the transportation of grain was a bilateral shipping agreement. The American Merchant Marine was guaranteed the right of carrying 33 percent of all grain shipped from the U.S. to Russia, as was the Russian fleet. The SIU has long been on record as favoring the use of bilateral agreements. Because such agreements limit the per­ centage of cargo that third flag and "flag-of-convenience" vessels are allowed to carry. Bilateral agreements also preserve jobs for American seamen. The Mar Ad study is based on the shipping patterns of U.S.­ Brazil commerce. Brazil was one of the first countries to actively reserve a percentage of all oceanborne trade for vessels flying its own flag. The United States does not normally enter into bilateral agreements. It did, however, enter into one with Brazil in response to that country's uni­ lateral shipping policies. Opponents of bilateralism contend that such a policy automatically leads to higher prices and decreased service. The MarAd study, however, notes that bilateralism in the U.S.-Brazilian trade "has not resulted in higher freight rates," as detractors of bilateralism contend. Nor has the service deteriorated: 94% of commercial shippers interviewed report that service on that run has either improved or remained the same during the past ten years. More importantly, however, bilateralism has increased the American share of the Brazilian trade from 25 to 40%. Don't Get Trapped in the Electronics Jungle EVERY SIU ship has electronic gear that QMED's need to know how to handle — Now you can learn how! Take the new "Electronics for QMED's" course at HLS. In this 6-week course you'll get the skills you need to work on: • electronic systems in the Engine Room • winch controls • anchor windlass controls • cargo control boards Sign Up Now! Course Starts November 5. Contact the Harry Lundeberg School or use the application in this issue of the Log. " September 1979 / LOG / 7 m �A total of 21 SlU Boatmen employed in the ACBL fleet took part in the most recent contract conference for these members. Overall, nearly 75 Boatmen from the fleet participated in the three conferences at the Lundeberg School along with Union officials. Rank-and-file Boatmen pictured above include; Lewis Brumfield, G. Chilton, Phil Chirch, Mark Dougherty, Gary Douglas, Marion Ellis, C. Ferree, James Greenwood, Roy Hale, Chester Mailman, William Hamilton, Hugh Hurley, Shawn Kelly, Jack Lamburth, Earl McKnight, Cliff Shriver, Donny Smith, Roy Stinson, Robert Summers, John Warren and Roy Shreve. SlU Holds Contract Confabs for ACBL Boatmen When the third and final Pre­ contract Conference for SIU Boat­ men employed at ACBL wrapped up at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., late this month a lot had been accomplished. ACBL is the largest barge line in the U.S. and operates throughout the Mississippi River System. '' All told, nearly 75 Boatmen served as delegates during one of the three, week-long conferences. They participated in discussion sessions which examined every aspect of their Union contract in great detail. Over the course of the Con­ ferences, the delegates submitted nearly 1,000 contract suggestions which will be duly considered when contract proposals for the upcoming contract negotiations at ACBL are formulated. (The collective bargain­ ing agreement at all four ACBL subsidiaries expires Dec. 30, 1979.) The ACBL Boatmen who served as delegates at the Conferences represented over 500 licensed and unlicensed SIU Boatmen in ACBL's fleet. But what truly made the series of Conferences a success was the fact that every delegate discovered that the key to successful contract negotiations has .to be unity. Working together towards com­ mon goals is what the Conferences were all about. It's also what the SIU is all about; Union members work­ ing side-by-side for better and better contracts and a stronger and stronger Union. Over and over again throughout the first ACBL conference (Aug. 27Sept. 1), the second (Sept. 1()-15) and the third (Sept. 17-22), the theme of unity kept coming up. And to a man, the delegates agreed: working together for our common good is the only way to move forward. Before the end of each of the three Conferences, the Boatmen elected at least one licensed and'one un­ licensed delegate to serve as their representatives on a formal Con­ tract Committee. The rank-and-file delegates from each Conference, are scheduled to meet with SIU officials at the St. Louis Union hall for another weeklong conference starting Oct. 1. There they will review the contract suggestions submitted during the three pre-Contract Conferences plus any suggestions submitted by mail. One of the benefits of the St. Louis conference is that when SIU representatives sit down at the bargaining table with ACBL, they'll be armed with solid contract pro­ posals that really reflect the needs and desires of the membership. And they'll have the strength that comes from a united purpose. At Ripe Old Age of 22, Dan Liddic Will Nail Down Pilot's Job When Dan Liddic saw an article in the Baltimore Evening Sun about the Harry Lundeberg School, he was too young to attend. But since he wanted to make his living off the water, he kept it in mind. And in 1975 he became an entry trainee at the SIU Boatman Dan Liddic 8 / LOG / September 1979 School in Piney Point, Md. Now, at the ripe old age of 22, Brother Liddic is a pilot trainee with SlU-contracted Dixie Carriers aboard the Dixie Traveler. Brother Liddic's boat works the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway from the Tenneco Oil Refinery in Chalmette, La. to Pecan Island, La. The trip to Pecan Inland takes 18 hours and the trip back to Chalmette takes 24 hours. Late last year Brother Liddic graduated from the Transporta­ tion Institute (T.I.) Towboat Operator Scholarship Program which is held at HLS. The Scholarship Program, given in cooperation with the SIU, provides $125 weekly stipend to each winner, as well as free tuition, room and board, and books. T.I. is a Washington, D.C.based educational and research organization for the maritime industry. It consists of 174 companies involved in harbor, inland, and deep sea operations. When Boatman Liddic grad­ uated from the third Scholarship class, he was a tankerman with Dixie. Now he'll soon be a pilot when he completes Dixie's 90day training period. Talking about the Scholarship Program, Boatman Liddic said the teachers were "good to work with." A native of Baltimore, Md., Brother Liddic is living there now with, his wife. Tug Mariner Passin'Thru Brooklyn The SlU-manned tug Mariner (lOT) paid a visit to Brooklyn recently pulling in with a load of. oil for a local Army Base. Crewmembers, from the left, are Bill Bailey, cook; John Fender, chief engineer; Jeff King, able-seaman; John Blank, captain; Skip Rogers, mate and Tom Brennan, able-seaman. Seated from the left are John McCunney, ordinary seaman, and Ted Nichols, engineer. �ttt in Seafarers International Union of Nortli America. AFL-CIC) September 1979 Legislative. Administrative and Regidatorv Happenings On the Agenda in Congress... Congress ended its August recess on Sept. 5, and came back to a full agenda of legislative matters. Many of them are of special concern to the maritime industry. Following are some of the hearings which are on the schedule in the House and the Senate: • Thermal Energy Conversion The Oceanography Subcommittee of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee will conduct a hearing on ocean thermal energy conversion. Congressman Gerry Studds (D-MA) will chair the hearing. • Shipping Act Amendments The Merchant Marme and Tourism Subcommittee of the Senate, Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee will continue hearings on S. 1640, to establish a cooperative shippers' council; S. 1642, maritime agreements in U.S. foreign commerce; and S. 1463, antitrust exemp­ tions. Senator Daniel Inouye (D-HI) will chair the hearing on Sept. 20. Another hearing will be held on Sept. 28. • Omnibus Maritime Bill The Merchant Marine Subcommittee of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee will continue hearings on H.R. 4769, the Omnibus Maritime Bill. Congress­ man John Murphy (D-NY) will chair the hearings. • Underutilized Species Development The Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation and the Environment Subcommittee of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee will continue hearings on H.R. 4360, underutilized species development legislation. Congressman John Breaux (DLA) will chair the hearing. • Oil Pollution Liability The Water Resources Subcommittee of the House Public Works and Transporta­ tion Committee will hold a hearing on H.R. 85, oil pollution liability legislation. Congressman Ray Roberts (D-TX) will chair. • Railroad Deregulation The Transportation Subcommittee of the House Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee will con' ue hearings on the deregulation of railroads. Congressman James Florio (D-NJ) will chair the hearing late this month. • Outer Continental Shelf The House Select Committee on Outer Continental Shelf is continuing hearings this month and in October on the implementa­ tion of offshore oil and gas development on the Outer Continental Shelf. Congressman John Murphy (D-NY) is chairing the hearings. • Small Vessel Manning As we go to press, the Coast Guard Subcommittee of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee is continu­ ing hearings of H.R. 5164 and related bills regarding inspection and manning require­ ments for "small vessels". SlU Washington Representative Chuck Mollard will present the union's positions on manning, training and safety. Passenger Ships Bill Stalled in House; Senate Gives Go-Ahead While the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, under the leadership of Chairman John Murphy (D-NY), is dragging anchor on a bill which could revitalize the U.S. passenger ship industry, the Senate has ordered "full speed ahead." By a voice vote on Sept. 6, the Senate passed S. 1281 which provides for the operation—under U.S. flag—of the S.S. United States, the S.S. Santa Rosa and the S.S. Independence. The Senate initiative to put the American flag on these former U.S.flag passenger ships is the result of the efforts of Senator Daniel Inouye (D-HI), chairman of the Merchant Marine Committee of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation. The House Merchant Marine Committee, meanwhile, after full hearings, has yet to call the bill in for a mark-up. Both the House and Senate bills have received the active support of the Maritime Administration which has called the pending legislation "an important step toward promoting and developing U.S.-flag passenger and cruise service in our domestic trades." The bill has also been endorsed by Senator Howard Cannon (D-Nevada), chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, as well as other key members of both the House and Senate. m SIU Boatmen Attending ACBL Contract ConFab At HLSS Visit Washington A group of SIU members employed by the American Commercial Barge Lines (ACBL) came to Washington recently for a first­ hand look at their Union's political and legislative programs. The Union members were attending a special contract conference at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, MD. During their visit to the Capitol, the group took time to pose for this photo. Pictured here are: Clyde Beavers, James Calvert, Ron Campbell, Dale Chester, Steve Fiss, Steve Hall, Kermit Hardwick, Thomas Jones, Dave Kelser, Michael Kiker and Kenneth Killion. Also, Charles Koch, Martin Kroen, Jim Lawson, Philip Macklin, Horace McCormick, Victor Nunez, Lon Ousley, Donald Sample, Bob Sells, Albert Stanley, Timothy Stewart, Ken Thompson, James Torseh and Robert Wallace. Also on the tour were SIU officials Don Anderson, Gerry Brown, Dean Corgey, Joe Sacco, Mike Sacco and Jack Sheehan. September 1979 / LOG / 9 \\ �Maritime Industry (ri)c 5U\ in IViasbinqton News MARAD and Industry Spokesmen Give Limited Support to House 'Omnibus' Maritime Bill Both the U.S. Maritime Administration, and a spokesman for the maritime industry gave reserved and limited support for the "Omnibus Maritime Bill" as hearings on the legislative package opened this month before the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. On Sept. 5, Assistant Secretary for Maritime Affairs Samuel B. Nemirow, testified before the Merchant Marine Subcommittee of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee on H.R. 4769, the Omnibus Maritime Bill. Mr. Nemirow outlined the Maritime Administration's reaction to the Title II provisions of the legislation which comprise a number of proposed revisions to the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. He expressed the Maritime Administration's support of the following: • Amendments authorizing the perm­ anent renewal of negotiated pricing in CDS contracting; • A permanent War Risk Insurance Program; • The standard design ship concept; • Allowing unrestricted international trading by bulk operators; • Amending Sections 506 and 605(a) of the Merchant Marine Act to simplify the conditions under which vessels built with CDS and operated with ODS would be permitted, with pro rata payback of CDS funds, and abatement of operating subsidy, to participate in the U.S. domestic trades. Mr. Nemirow also expressed his reserva­ tions in regard to a number of critical "shortcomings" in the bill: • Allowing ODS for foreign built ships. Mr. Nemirow stated that "given the current world overtonnage situation, plus the bill's proposal to make CDS funds available for foreign-built ship acquisition, providing ODS for reflagged ships would kill any incentive for construction of foreign trade ships in the United States." • Allowing unlimited foreign-to-foreign trading by subsidized liner operators. • Providing a CDS penalty for non-scrics ship construction. In Mr. Nemirow's opinion, "enactment of this amendment would encourage operators with exceptional needs for one-of-a-kind ships to place their orders in foreign yards." • Eliminating the requirement for con- SPAD b Ihc SIU's polhkal fund nnd our polilical arm h Waahlnglon, D.C. Tfce SIU aalu for and accepts eolnatary contributions only. The Union uses the money donated to SPAD to support the election campaqpis of legbiators who have shown a pro-maritime or pro-iahor record. SPAD enables the SIU to work effectively on the vital maritime issues in the Congress. These are bsues that have a direct impact on the {ohs and job security of all SIU mem­ bers, deep-sea, inland, and Lakes. The .SIU urges its members to contiauc their fine record of support for SPAD. A member can contribute to the SPAD fund as he or she sees lit, or mai& no contribution at ail without fear of reprisal. A copy of the SPAD report is filed with the Federal Elec­ tion Commission. It is available for purchase from the EEC in Washington, D.C. 10 / LOG / September 1979 tinuing service of essential trade routes as a condition for the receipt of operating subsidy for liner operators. On Sept. 11, 1979, W. James Amos, President of Lykes Brothers, testified on behalf of the National Maritime Council. He characterized Title II of the Omnibus Bill as a "good start" in dealing with the problems facing the U.S.-flag liner industry.. In its testimony, the National Maritime Council endorsed the limited open con­ ference approach of Title II of the legisla­ tion, recommending however, that the conference mechanism be strengthened in order "to achieve stability, predictability and profitability in the U.S. liner trades." e The NMC emphasized that the limited open conference system alone would not alleviate the overtonnaging problem and urged that the proposal be coupled with the use of bilateral shipping agreements. The National Maritime Council also expressed its support of legislation directing the Secretary of Commerce to negotiate, whenever possible, bilateral shipping agreements with U.S. trading partners, and requested that the omnibus bill be amended to set forth the specific mechanics of such a policy. MARAD Releases Report On Pooling Agreements Between U.S. and Brazil The Maritime Administration recently released a report which analyzed the effects of pooling agreements entered into by the United States and Brazilian governments. These agreements guarantee equal access to both governments' impelled cargoes and encourage the formation of revenue pools to implement equal access. According to the report, U.S.-flag carriers have benefited from bilateral agreements since: • liner capacity and service levels have expanded in order to meet the requirements of the increased U.S.-Brazilian trade; • the resulting stability in trade shares and revenues have permitted long-term investments in the U.S. Brazilian trade; and • service levels have improved without incurring increased costs and freight rates. As a result of the conclusions reached / through the analysis of U.S.-Brazil polling agreements, the Maritime Administration report predicts that similar arrangements with other trading nations would promote beneficial results for both the U.S. and its trading partners. These benefits would include: • effective responses to unilateral ship­ ping policies instituted by trading partner governments; • the reduction of overloiiiiaging, price cuttings and malpractices in the U.S. liner trades, and • stimulation of capital investments and innovation in the less developed liner trades. Proposed Tank Barges Design Rules An industry spokesman has called the Coast Guard's proposed regulations on design standards for oil tank barges "economically inefficient" and of little help in preventing oil spills. Testifying at a hearing on the Coast Guard's planned regulations on design of the tank barges used for the carriage of oil products, Steve Scalzo, port captain for Foss Launch and Tug Company, stated that the proposed regulations which require double hull construction for all new tank barges constructed or converted to carry oil after Dec. 31, 1979, "are economically inefficient because they involve an un­ reasonably high capital expenditure when compared with the potential reduction of oil pollution." According to Mr. Scalzo, "the double hulls are not effective in preventing the loss of oil from sinking, capsizing or penetration in high energy collisions." He pointed out that the statistical base used in studies supporting the proposed regulations show "that a large majority of the volume of oil spilled was a result of a minimum number of accidents that involved severe damage to a few vessels." Mr. Scalzo also noted that "in most cases, the added protection of a second hull would not have prevented the discharge of oil." He concluded, "the primary role of the double hull in spill prevention is in the reduction of large numbers of smaller spills which pose little threat to the environment and are easily cleaned up." Carter Expected To Name Hidalgo Navy Secretary President Carter is expected to nominate Edward Hidalgo to become Secretary of the Navy. Mr. Hidalgo, a 66-year-old Mexicanborn lawyer, is presently an Assistant Secretary of the Navy. He will succeed W. Graham Clayton, who recently became Deputy Defense Secretary. In J 977, Mr. Hidalgo became Assistant Secretary of the Navy in charge of man­ power, reserve affairs and logistics. His major accomplishment in that job was to settle complex contract disputes with the Navy's three major shipbuilders, who had filed more than $2 billion in contract claims against the government. �Boatmen on National Flag Save a Life IU Boatman Tony Thomp­ son, relief captain on the National Flag, said he "didn't do anything out of the ordinary. I was glad to help." But if it wasn't for him and the rest of the crew of the SIUcontracted National Flag (Na­ tional Marine Service), a man might be dead today. [The rest of the crew was: Pilot Roy Benoit; Tankerman Douglas Carrier, and Deckhand Dave Barnett.] The good training and profes­ sionalism of the crew came to an emergency test Aug. 30 when a Peruvian ship in the Mississippi River hit a butane barge that was loading in Good Hope, La. Amidst the chaos that followed, the crew rescued from the water the injured pilot off the ship.The crew then went on to put out the fire on a burning tugboat, the Capt. Norman. Describing the collision and the fires that followed, 33-yearold Brother Thompson said "it's the first time I ever saw anything like it. There was fire shooting everywhere." Some eyewitnesses said the fire reached a height of at least 1,500' feet. The Peruvian ship was traveling down the Mississippi when steering control was appar­ ently lost around Good Hope, which is about 30 miles from New Orleans. At about 7 a.m. on Aug. 30, the ship rammed a butane barge that was loading at Dock 4. The barge had six cylinders, each about the size of a railroad tankcar. The boat, Capt. Norman, was also at the dock. The ship, which was loaded with soda ash, ran aground at the dock. As Brother Thompson told it the following happened: He and the rest of the Flag's crew had dropped a man off at Gatex Dock No. 3 in Good Hope, just above Dock 4. Thompson heard the sounding of the Peru­ vian ship's danger signals. Then 25 to 30 seconds later the ship hit the barge and exploded one of the cylinders. The ship, the barge, the tug Capt. Norman, and two more of the barge cylinders caught fire. Those two cylinders started drifting into the channel as did the blazing barge and tug. Thompson told the crew to get the lifesaving gear on deck and then started moving the boat downriver toward the site. He and the crew spotted a man struggling in the water close to S Water is poured onto the Peruvian cargo ship that rammed a butane barge on the Mississippi River at Good Hope, La. late last month. In the background can be seen the SlU-contracled National Flag whose crew rescued the ship's pilot and put out a fire on a burning tug. the flames. The man was in mid channel and the barge, a cylin­ der, and the tug were drifting tx)ward mid channel. The crew threw the lifering toward the man and brought him on deek. The man, who was burned on the face, neck and arms, turned out to be the pilot from the ship. To get him medical attention as soon as possible, Thompson transferred the pilot to a crew boat to take him to shore. He sent Brother Doug Carrier with the pilot to help take care of him. Carrier used some of the first aid methods he learned through the tankerman's eourse he took at Why is this FOWT smiUng? the Harry Lundeberg School. Thompson and the other two crew members then put out the fire on the Capt. Norman and pushed her to the west bank of the river. Thompson said the firefighting training he received two years ago through the HLS Vessel Operation and Management Course came in handy in fighting the fire. Boatman Thompson had high praise for the crew. He said they did "exceptionally well and were right on the ball." Special Notice! Because he's working. The best bet for wipers who want to improve their job security is getting an FOWT ticket at HLS. Job opportuni­ ties for FOWT's have never been better. So, enroll now in the FOWT course at HLS. Courses start October 25 and November 26. To sign up, contact the Harry Lundeberg School, Vocational Education Department, Piney Point-, Maryland 20674, (301) 994-0010. Or fill ou"; the application in this issue of the Log. The following SIU members who served aboard the SS Delta America are requested to get in touch with the SIU's general counsel Arthur Abarbanel of Schulman & Abarbanel, Empire State Building, 350 Fifth Ave., New York, N.Y. 10001, or phone (212) 279-9200: Stanley J. Jandora Victor N. Beata Peter J, Mistretta James N. Jenkins Charles E. Shaw William Kunak David Bonefont Vincent R. Coscarelli Gerard Rogers Raphael S. Vargas Alan P. Greenwood Stanley P. Gondzar James K. Oberson William B. Blanklinship James W. Parrish John D. Linton Radames Vargas John J. Niemiera . Joseph J. Kundrat Delos Snead Hector M. De Jesus Willie Robertson, Jr. Melvin R. Knickman Edward Levy Nathaniel Richardson Stephen A. Tomczak Paul J. Kampa September 1979 / LOG / 11 �! '.laaprs- SlU Rep Saves Boatman Injured on Tow B ROTHERHOOD! A lot of people use the term. But it doesn't mean much until it's put to the test. Just such a test confronted SIU Special Servicing Representative Dave Carter. And how did he meet it? Well just ask SIU Boatman Myron Bramley. He's recuperating now at a hospital in Uniontown, Ky. thanks to Bro­ ther Carter's fast thinking. It all began earlier this month when the towboat W.A. Kernan (American Commercial Barge Line) was at the Overland Coal Dock in Uniontown. Carter was servicing the boat and was in the lounge talking to a crewmember while four deck­ hands were making up tow. They were Bramley, who's lead deckhand; Thomas DeSpain, who's the Union delegate on the boat; Jerry Sanders, and Doug Lowe, the other lead deckhand. Suddenly, Brother Lowe came into the lounge saying that one of the men had gotten hurt and was lying on the barge. Carter went out to the tow and found Brother Bramley on his back and in deep shock. Apparently Bramley had been tightening a line to the tow with the ratchet. He turned around, the line must have slipped, and the ratchet (which can weigh anywhere from 50 to 90 pounds) jumped up and hit him in the bacL Carter treated Bramley for shock. "I knew," he said, "that the main thing was to get him warm." Brother Carter's knowhow came about through the first aid course he had taken at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. He took the course while going through the Transportation Institute Towboat Operator Scholarship Pro­ gram late last year. The crew had thrown a blanket loosely over Bramley but Carter tucked it in around him. Bramley started hyperventi­ Dave Carter, SIU special servicing lating but Carter stopped him by representative. rubbing his chest and talking to squad from Uniontown came quickly and Brother Lowe went him to calm him down. with Bramley. Carter followed in Carter also kept Bramley alert so he wouldn't slip into uncon­ his car. Brother Bramley is still in pain sciousness. He gave him a little but his condition might have water to wet his lips and some been a lot worse than "fair" if it drags on a cigarette. wasn't for Carter. "Aboard boats Meanwhile, the captain was and aboard ships, knowledge of standing by. But he couldn't help out since he wasn't prepared to first aid is essential," said Carter. "We're relatively isolated com­ meet an emergency such as this. The ambulance and emergency pared to land-based workers. SfU's Leo Bonser Elected V,P. of Florida AFL-CIO SIU Jacksonville Port Agent Leo Bonser was unanimously elected vice president of the Florida State AFL-CIO. Bonser was voted into the twoyear office at the State Federation's convention this month in Holly­ wood, Fla. At a meeting earlier in the month, the Jacksonville Central Labor Council chose Bonser as their candidate. Bonser is a vice president of that body. He is also secretarytreasurer of the Atlantic Port Council of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department. At the State Federation Conven­ tion, Bonser was nuniinated as vice president by his predecessor, Jim Deaton. President of the Jacksonville Central Labor Council, Deaton served 10 years as a vice president of the Florida State AFL-CIO. Bonser praised Deaton for the "great job he's done." Brother Bonser also told the Log that through his position as State Fed vice president, he could better acquaint others about maritime workers. "I can let other labor representatives know what the problems of Seafarers and Boatmen are and how they can help." Bonser also pointed out that hell "be dealing with issues that affect all 12 / LOG / September 1979 m workers and their families, such as national health insurance. Vice President Walter Mondale spoke at the State Federation's convention. He talked to the dele­ gates about the energy crisis and the troubles facing workers because of that crisis. He also pointed out that in the first two years of the Carter Admin­ istration thousands of new jobs were created for American workers. SIU Jacksonville Agent Leo Bonser. First aid training can mean the difference between life and death for us." When Carter went through the third class of the Towboat Operator Scholarship Program, he was working for National Marine. After the program he went to work for Crowley Mari­ time and since March he's had his present job as an SIU Spe­ cial Servicing Representative. The SIU and the HLS feel that first aid training is very impor­ tant for seamen and boatmen. That's why first aid training is offered at the School. The training is part of many of the courses given at HLS, such as, the Towboat Operator Schol­ arship Program, the'A'Seniority Upgrading Program, LNG course, the Able Seaman Tugs and Tows any Waters class. Also, all entry trainees receive basic first aid training. Further, any­ one taking an upgrading course can take, first aid if he can fit it into his schedule. It's obvious that the Union is very concerned about basic medical knowledge becoming more available to members. And from the Carter-Bramley inci­ dent, it's obvious why. Fragmented Maritime Policy a Constant Problem to US. Fleet Some good "detective" work by the U.S. Maritime Administration has saved the U.S. fleet from getting beat out of millions of dollars worth of government generated cargoes. The cargo the U.S. fleet almost lost is $800 million worth of equipment and supplies destined for Israel. This material is to be used to build two airstrips in Negrev to replace those Israel turned over to Egypt as part of the Camp David treaty. The lost airfields are located in the Sinai Desert. By law, the U.S. flag fleet is guaranteed carriage of at least 50 percent of all cargoes purchased or sold overseas by the U.S. govern­ ment. However, in the case of military aid cargoes—such as the equipment for Israel—the U.S. fleet is guaranteed carriage of 100 percent of the cargo. The only times U.S. ships would not get the cargo are if there are no U.S. flag vessels available, or if a waiver of the law is granted. The problem with the cargoes for Israel concerned a waiver. . On or about June 29, the government of Israel requested a waiver from the Department of Defense which would allow Israeli ships to carry 50 percent of the cargoes for the airfields. The Maritime Administration caught wind of the waiver. Marad Chief Samuel Nemirow, on July 10, sent a letter to the Defense Department urging that the waiver be denied because "establishing such a precedent can only work to the detriment of the U.S. merchant marine. Rep. John Murphy (D-N.Y.), chairman of the House Merchant Marine Committee, also got into the act. He wrote the Defense Depart­ ment a few days later backing up Marad. The issue was finally settled last month when the Defense Depart­ ment denied the waiver. David McGiffert, assistant secretary of Defense for International Affairs, said that "after a thorough review, we concluded that this situation does not lend itself to the granting of such a waiver." The problem of the Israeli cargoes points out once again something the SIU has been saying for years. There must be created one single agency in Washington, D.C. to deal with maritime matters, enforce maritime laws and to have the final say on such issues. It's no good to cry over spilled milk. The time is now to correct the situation and bring the job of enforcing maritime policy and law under one roof. �SlU Crews Indiana Harbor, 1,000-Ft. ^Miracle' T HEY call them "miracle members. In fact, the first Great ships," the thousand footers Lakes Seafarers boarded the that are the largest ships by far box-like ore carrier for the first plying the Great Lakes. Recently, time on Aug. 6, almost one year the SlU-contracted American to the day after her keel was laid Steamship Co. christened their at Bay Shipbuilding Corp. brand-new thousand footer, the The Indiana Harbor is part of Ml V Indiana Harbor in Stur­ American Steamship's new vessel geon Bay, Wisconsin. construction program, begun in She's as long as three football 1973. The company expects two fields and can do in five hours the more new vessels^a 730 foot job it takes smaller lakers two self-unloader and a 635 foot selfdays to accomplish. unloader—to he delivered in At 1,000 feet, she's too large to 1980. fit through the St. Lawrence American Steamship owns and Seaway and many Great Lakes operates 20 vessels, the largest ports are too shallow to accomo­ fleet-of self-unloading bulk date her. But the $50 million carriers on the Great Lakes. The Indiana Harbor can get where Indiana Harbor is the company^ she has to go. second thousand footer. The Her destination is painted right first, Belle River, entered service on her hull. Indiana Harbor on in 1977. Lake Michigan is the site of Inland Steel Co. And the vessel The fact that American Steam­ will be making regular runs from ship keeps adding to their fleet Duluth, Minn., to Indiana with "shows our confidence in the cargoes of pelletized ore for growth of commerce on the Great Lakes," said James J. Glasser, Inland. With her thousand foot length chairman of GATX Corp., and 105 foot beam, the Indiana American Steamship's parent Harbor can carry 61,000 tons of company. Congressman John Murphy, iron ore pellets which she can unload at the rate of 10,000 tons (D-N.Y.), chairman of the House an hour. She has an operating Merchant Marine & Fisheries draft of 27.6 feet and her four Committee also spoke of the diesel engines generate 14,000 importance of the Great Lakes in his keynote address at the Indi­ shaft hp.. Like the rest of American ana Harbor^ July 11 christening. The Great Lakes has made Steamship's fleet, the 20 unli­ censed jobs on the Indiana major contributions. Murphy Harbor will be . filled by SIU said, "to the domestic and foreign Here's a pix looking forward of the 1000 ft. long Indiana Harbor. will benefit the citizens of this commerce of our great nation." great country." Murphy went on to praise the Following Rep. Murphy's Indiana Harbor as a "unique and remarks, Mrs. Frederick C. marvelous ship, one of which the Jaicks, wife of the chairman of entire merchant marine of the United States can be proud." Inland Steel, broke the tradition­ "Through all of our combined al bottle of champagne across the efforts," the Congressman from Indiana Harbofs bow. The ore New York told the crowd, "trans­ carrier's maiden voyage began Aug. 21, 1979. portation systems such as this Locks & Dam 26 Trial Begins After Carter Sees River Jam The long-awaited trial concerning replacement of Locks & Dam 26 began this month after nearly five years of delay in the U.S. District Court, Washington D.C. The reason for the Locks issue finally reaching court may or may not be coincidental. Perhaps Presi­ dent Carter was merely feeling out the waters of the campaign trail Me future is Hew -f Are You Ready for It? Can Be! Take the LNG Course at HLS. Course Starts October 15 Contact HLS or fill out the application in the LOG to enroll when he embarked on his highly publicized jaunt down the Missis­ sippi on the SlU-manned Delta Queen last month. But, even though 'Executive Privilege' prevented his entourage from being caught in the snafu, the President could not have helped but notice, the logjam that is a daily occurence just south of Alton, Illinois. In any case, now that Carter has seen firsthand the L & D 26 traffic tie-up, things appear to be moving in the right direction. Actually, according to Capt. C.A. Fehlig, pilot aboard the Delta Queen while Carter was a passenger, the President took a very active interest in the problems the towing industry faces at Lock & Dam 26. Carter spent many hours in the Queen's wheelhouse chatting with the pilot and listening to the riverman's account of massive backups of tows, which often wait three days or more to lock through. Indeed, when the President ar­ rived at the Locks, there were no fewer than 37 tows awaiting their turn to lock up and down river. Each locking takes an average of about an hour-and-a-half. Multiply that by 37 and the problems become obvious: lost time, lost money, wasted fuel and the end result is unnecessarily higher prices to consumers. It must be said that the President was somewhat aware of the Locks & Dam 26 situation even before his monumental journey. At the recom­ mendation of the Army Corps of Engineers, he did sign the bill authorizing modernization of the antiquated locks. But, up until now, that legislation was being fought by a coalition of railroads and envi­ ronmentalists who gained court injunctions io prevent any actual rebuilding from taking place. How­ ever, now that the President has seen Locks and Dam 26 for himself, it appears the courts will be ready to take the proper action and let the work begin. Deposit in the SIU Blood Bank— It's Your Life September 1979 / LOG / 13 �Paul Hail Offers Energy Crisis Solutions To In his capacity as Senior Vice President of the AFLCIO, and chairman of the AFL'CIO Economic Policy Committee, SlU President Paul Hall delivered a national Labor Day address over the Mutual Radio Network. The text of President Hall's statement, which dealt with the energy crisis and how it can be solved, is as follows: T ODAY, unlike previous Labor Days, many workers did not pack their family into the car and head for the beach or the mountains for one last summer trip. Oh, they wanted to go, but they didn't have or couldn't afford the gas to get to their destination. The gas lines and the cancelled vacations—even the soaring prices at the pumps—are not America's problem. They are only the symptoms. There is an energy crisis today in America. There has been one ever since the Arab oil embargo of 1974. It has never been met and it isn't being met today. It is this crisis, as President Carter correctly pointed out in his address of July 15, that has shaken the confidence of the American people. This nation has a great and continuing need for energy, especially for petroleum, now being met by imported oil. As that price goes up and up and up, the entire economy suffers. Soaring prices for oil ripple through the economy, affecting not only gas pump prices, but the costs of plastics, pharmaceuti­ cals, fertilizer and food. The energy crisis has created a lower standard of living for American workers and contributes heavily to both today's double-digit inflation and recession. President Carter has dramati­ cally and forcefully set the tone for developing sound solutions. He made it clear that the time for debate and political posturing is past. The time for action over­ due. And we in the labor move­ ment heartily agree. The President set forth a sixpoint program which should command the urgent attention of the Congress. We agree with the thrust of the President's program —especially his call for conserva­ tion, a crash program to develop alternate sources of energy, an Energy Mobilization Board, an Energy Security Fund, a limit on oil imports and a windfall profits tax on the oil companies. In fact, we urge the President to go further, to break the stranglehold of OPEC on the economy. We want a government agency to be the importer of all 14 / LOG / September 1979 oil into the United States. This agency, by determining the amount of oil to be imported, could reduce the U.S. reliance on foreign oil from insecure sources. If the United States govern­ ment sat across the bargaining table from the OPEC nations, doing all the purchasing, Amer­ ica could "shop" for the best price, then allocate it to best meet the needs and interests of all segments of society—instead of simply boosting profits of the oil companies. Conservation Crucial As important as this step is, no single action will solve the energy crisis. Much more must be done; some things can begin immedi­ ately; others will take many years. Conservation is vital, such as curbing wasteful energy practices —by observing the speed limit, cooling homes only to 78 degrees in summer and heating them only to 65 in winter. Every American can help this way. But conservation must not be limited to prudent practices. For example, too much heat is lost up smokestacks—and heat is en­ ergy. It could be used to create steam to drive turbines to de­ velop more power. Improved insulation of homes and office buildings would greatly reduce energy consumption. Everyone must change their energy consumption habits. Gas­ oline rationing, based on equity and recognizing employment needs, would be fair and effec­ tive. Rationing by mea^is of price means those who have money can continue to waste, while the rest of us suffer. Gas and electric utility rates could be restructured to promote savings—lower rates for "offpeak" energy usage, and govern­ ment loans, loan guarantees and grants to private citizens and businesses would encourage installation of new conservation equipment. But, as fundamental as conser­ vation is, it cannot do the job alone. Alternate energy sources must be developed and the government should establish goals for each source to replace specific amounts of oil and natural gas. No energy source SlU President Paul Hall, who Is Senior Vice President of the AFL-CIO, delivered a Labor Day address to national radio audiences. should be developed without companion research into reduc­ ing adverse environmental effects. A very substantial commit­ ment must be made towards advancing solar energy, gasohol and geothermal technology and the nation cannot afford to ignore coal and nuclear energy, despite possible environmental dangers. We believe American technology can reduce hazards, while increasing production. I want to make a special point about nuclear power and the need to never relax stringent health and safety regulations. Immediate, careful attention must be devoted to solving the problem of nuclear waste dispo­ sal, including turning it into reusable fuel. As firm supporters of nuclear power, we recognize that these problems must be resolved before it will have the public support and confidence necessary to becoming a signifi­ cant energy source. Let me turn now to what it will cost to develop synthetic fuels. The President has proposed a multi-billion dollar fund and we support ihat idea. Private capital has failed or refused to risk making loans to develop this technology, so the federal gov­ ernment must do the job. Oppose Oil Decontrol We disagree strongly with one of the President's decisions— decontrolling the price of domes­ tic oil. Decontrol will not add one drop of oil to supplies, shorten the gas lines or solve the energy crisis. It just puts the United States even more at the mercy of OPEC, which will now set prices for domestic, as well as foreign oil. Control of energy prices is a legitimate responsibility of gov­ ernment and we believe the public interest would best be served by a reversal of President Carter's decontrol order. With or without decontrol, however, there must be a windfall profits tax on the oil companies. In any crisis, no segment of society should be permitted to profit on the misery of others. The gluttony of the oil companies —as each new profit statement proves—has injured the Ameri­ can people. These profits should be put to good use through government programs to develop new sources of energy, provide added mass transit facilities and help lessen the impact of energy costs on low-income Americans who cannot afford higher heating costs. We believe windfall profits should be taxed at 85 percent and we will urge the Senate to defeat any effort to weaken the tax. We are firmly convinced that the continued callous disregard for the national interest displayed by the oil companies proves they must not be given any federal funds to develop alternative sources of energy. They have abused their monopoly powers and must not be allowed to gain similar monopoly control over all energy sources. To us, there is little difference between the sheiks of OPEC and the barons of American oil companies. Both have displayed a blatant disregard for anyone but themselves. The measures we have pro­ posed would make the oil com­ panies more accountable and, if the companies fail to demon­ strate some degree of public responsibility, then, as a last resort, the Congress must consi­ der nationalization of the in­ dustry. In addition, the AFL-CIO �s National Radio Audience on Labor Day believes these other steps should be taken: • An Energy Mobilization Board should be established to expedite construction of energyproducing facilities by eliminat­ ing red tape and unnecessary procedural delays, without ne­ gating worker-safety, civil rights, labor standards, anti-trust, envi­ ronmental or health laws. • Construction should begin as soon as possible on the Northern Tier Pipeline to carry Alaskan oil to refineries in the Midwest. Greater shipment of domestic and foreign oil in U.S.flag tankers, which have a proven safety record, would minimize losses due to accidents. • The loophole in the Jones Act, which allows foreign flag vessels to engage in commerce between the Virgin Islands and the U.S. mainland, should be closed. Most of the shipments from the Islands to the mainland are oil, carried in foreign flag ships, which are floating envi­ ronmental timebombs. • Except where the U.S. has a treaty obligation, we flatly op­ pose any sale of Alaskan oil to foreign nations or any barter agreements to exchange Alaskan oil for oil from a third country. Such "swaps" only encourage U.S. oil companies to defer or cancel necessary U.S. refinery expansion and pipeline construc­ tion. If America fails to solve the energy crisis, the cancelled vaca­ tions of this Labor Day will seem trivial. For workers, the stakes are enormous: their jobs, their family's standard of living, and the economic survival of their nation. But American workers still have tremendous faith in the ingenuity, resourcefulness and creativity of their fellow Ameri­ cans. They have confidence that if the people accurately perceive the crisis, the solutions will be found. And, on this Labor Day, I want to assure you that America's union members are anxious to use their talents, as the most skilled and productive workers in the history of the world, to help solve the energy crisis. Europe, Japan Burn (LNG) as U.S. Fiddles With Policy B ECAUSE ot uncertain U.S. government policy, Europe and Japan are gaining the compe­ titive edge over this country on LNG trade. Government regulatory delays have further jeopardized LNG projects in this country. Already U.S. companies have lost con­ tracts that would have made more LNG available to this country. Holland and West Germany have made arrangements to receive the gas which would have come to the United States if two of those LNG projects had been approved. The two proposed LNG import projects were re­ jected by theU.S. Department of Energy, One was a $5 billion project by Tenneco to import Algerian gas through Canada to the United States. The other was the El Paso II project to bring Algerian gas to America. In the first project, eight U.S. LNG tankers would have been needed. They all would have been built in Tenneco's shipyard in Newport News, Va. The El Paso project would have brought at least six more orders to U.S. shipyards. W. C. Project Delayed, Too Regulatory problems have delayed an LNG import project on the West Coast for five years. Under the proposal, two utility companies will build a marine Meany: Human Rights Is Basis Of Trade Union Struggles In his Labor Day message, AFLCIO President George Meany em­ phasized human rights as a has: for labor union struggles around the world. He explained that "unions are formed precisely to give workers their own instrument in the struggle over the distribution of the national income." Meany added that "if this struggle is to take place on fair terms...there have to be fair ground rules. Such rules can only be guaranteed in a climate of respect for human rights." Meany said that the AFL-CIO has been very involved in human rights activities. He explained that "we do not care whether the sup­ pressors of human rights are com­ munists or fascists. Both are the enemies of free trade unionism." The AFL-CIO president referred to the two differing yiews around the world and in this country concern­ ing the alleged incompatibility of political democracy and economic Justice. "The American lahor movement subscribes to neither view," he said. "We consider political democracy is sapped by, not rooted in, social AFL-CIO President George Meany inequality." On the other hand, he said "political democracy is not an impediment to economic develop­ ment." In closing, Meany pointed to the growing unemployment and infla­ tion in this country. He said that as American workers, their families, and their unions "try to cope with these problems, they will not ignore distant struggles for human rights throughout the world." off-loading and LNG regasification facility in California. Liquid natural gas from Alaska and Indonesia will be brought to the facility. Recently an Administrative Law judge of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) recommended approval of the project. However, the $1.8 billion project still has to be approved by the full FERC and the U.S. Energy Department. Rejections and delays like this have allowed European nations to edge ahead of the U.S. in what is quickly becoming a race to tie up future LNG supplies. Natural gas provides approx­ imately 15 percent of total European energy consumption compared with about 30 percent in the U.S. Meanwhile, the Japanese gov­ ernment is vigorously expanding the acquisition and use of liquid natural gas. The Japanese believe that LNG is the most important and readily available substitute for oil in the near future. The Japanese government's plan for LNG includes: special LNG rates for industry; special tax benefits to industries willing to convert from oil to gas, and inducements for potential users to band together and encourage LNG development overseas. So while Japan prepares to take advantage of an energy source besides oil, America keeps dragging its feet. Jobs For Americans Aside from developing another energy source, encouragement of LNG trade will bring other benefits. The LNG trade will bring business and jobs to ship­ yards as well as to financial, engineering and construction firms that design and build domestic and foreign terminals and vessels and liquefaction plants. Most importantly for the SIU, greater LNG trade means more jobs for Seafarers. Already SIU Brothers are manning ten U.S.flag LNG ships. They are proving that the ships can be manned efficiently and safely. And as the price of oil goes higher and higher, the cost factor involved with LNG becomes less and less important. Further, though U.S. ship­ building is foundering in some areas, this country has a techno­ logical edge right now in LNG construction. In order to keep that edge and in order to enlarge its supplies of energy sources other than oil, the U.S. must do two things. One, conflicting state policies must be coordinated. And, two, uniform federal stan­ dards concerning LNG must be established. American Launches 728 Footer; Will Be Crewed in '80 Ameiicaii Steamship Company recently launched a 728 ft. selfunloading vessel in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. She is the eleventh new vessel that the company has launched since 1970. The vessel is as yet unnamed. She is presently being referred to as Hull 723. When completed in April of 1980, Hull 723 will be capable of carrying 30,000 tons of cargo, mostly coal, iron and stone pellets. Self unload­ ing vessels such as this one are expected to play an increasingly important role in the movement of energy resources on the Great Lakes. American Steamship is the big­ gest SlU-ccntracted company on the Great Lakes. September 1979 / LOG / 15 �Ea ;;Near Manhonan 1^ The SIU's self-propelled hop one of of only only t<««» Manhattan split hulled 281-foot, spin nunc- vessel can 1^ exnect to get to her namesake, '" „eing on the dredge's stern. l"! however.sL will be doing repair woT n the Ambrose Channel r,r the sea buoy, cleaning up nne week oil. _ ^ Manhattan Island and her twin sister th 'rt-rTiuScc"-' and filling in along The SlU-contracted hopper dredge is expected to remain the New York area for about six to eight weeks. However, at least two of the Manhattan Island iZmembers would like to s^e her stay for a longer period, AB s Frank Rediker of Staten Islan LT™ Aw~ City agree they wish the work coJld continue for six to eight «innth-" Rediker pointed out that "it would be oet home to Staten Island after two weeks on the dredge w^ completed. Crewmemhers on the Chief cook Vincent Young has to say. Steaks on the fire is what 16 / LOG / September 1979 „rivatelY owned and operate ^ P ^ ^^^aoes that wc flernredgcs that can can work side-by-side with the Army of Engineers for many ye �Seafarers collected $230. aboard the ST Bradford Island (lOM) last month when they spread the blanket for the widow and family of the late Seafarer J.W, Carr who passed away in Puerto Rico while serving on their ship. taking on 1,4 million barrels of imported crude daily—a quarter of our oil imports in 1978. It could save us $1 million a day. Earlier this month the 350 seamen, technicians and welders welded together and laid on the Gulf bottorh 125,000 feet of 56 inch steel pipeline—the biggest undersea line for crude ever built. Pilots will guide the supertankers to a ring of three sea mooring buoys floating in 110 feet of water to hook up to buoy hoses to pump out their oil to the pipelines running to a central platform two miles away. From there the crude will be pumped to lines leading to a 5 billionbarrel underground storage cavern near Galliano, La., 40 miles north. It can then be pumped to a new $100 million pipeline to other lines linked to as far north as Buffalo, N.Y. Miami Houston Coordinated Caribbean Transport (CCT) has on order a new $19.5 million diesel R/O R/O trailership with delivery expected by August 1980. Two other new articulated (linked) tug-barge vessels are also on order. She, with four other specialized R/O R/O trailerships now sailing, will sail 13 times a month from here to Central America, Panama and Ecuador. The new 17-knot trailership will be 554 feet long, 67 feet wide, have a draft of 21 feet and transport 155 highway trailers and 125 autos. Construction on America's second deepwater oil superport worth $800 million will begin soon 26 miles south of Freeport, Tex. Last month. Uncle Sam gave the go ahead to the Texas Deepwater Port Authority (JDPA) project to build and operate and to sign up 42 oil biggies for their financial support. The state has until next May 15 to submit plans. Start of operations could be in early 1983. The superport will have two central platforms and four buoys connected to a 22.5 million barrel storage terminal 31 miles away. At Sea if Ashore Jacksonville * Mobile Waterman has asked MAR AD for mortgage insurance to back the $8,350,000. purchase of 140 LASH lighters from the Government agency which took them over from the bankrupt Pacific Far East Lines (PFEL). * U.S. Maritime Subsidy Board (MSB) Judge Frank W. Vanderheyden last month recommended that Waterman should be permitted to expand its runs out of the Great Lakes, Atlantic and Gulf to Africa, Mideast and Indian Ocean. Waterman, which hopes to get four new LASH ships, has been trying to get the MSB okay for this expansion since 1976. Judge Vanderheyden said Waterman's plans wouldn't overload these routes with U.S.-flag lines. A new Mediterranean r\in would "provide for a greater portion of U.S. aid cargoes to Egypt to be carried by U.S.-flag vessels," he added. Vanderheyden also said added shipping on the Lakes could be expected to boost trade there "because of the introduction of additional service" available to shippers. New Orleans Construction which began in May of America's first deepwater super port for supertankers 18 miles in the Gulf off here, the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (LOOP), is taking shape. The $513 million LOOP—owned by Marathon, Texaco, Shell—and two other oil biggies—is expected to begin operations by the end of 1980, Three were presumed dead, 12 hurt slightly, the Houston Ship Canal blocked and dock and vessels' damage put at $10 million on Sept. 1 as the ST Chevron Hawaii hit by a lightning bolt blew up with 11,000 barrels of crude and distillates in her tanks. The blast in a heavy thunderstorm may have ignited a nearby onshore ethyl alcohol storage tank and three gasoline and oil barges tied up at the Deer Park Shell Oil Co. Dock No. 1. One of the tanker's crew was reported missing along with two radar repair technicians working aboard the tanker. A Coast Guard eyewitness said "The ship was torn in half by the fire and explosion and a couple of hundred feet (of the ship) burned to the waterline." Norfolk According to a Virginia (Blackburg) Tech prof, the seemingly indestructible "La Cucaracha" (cockroach) may in the future be able to check in, but not be able to check out of the ships. The prof says he talked the U.S.Navy here into letting him put sterile male cockroaches aboard their ships to help destroy live cockroach embryos. The sterile male cockroaches are used to decrease the number of embryos that are hatched, he added. Because of their decreased numbers the embryos are unable to force open the egg sac in which they are encased and they die. Happy Cucaracha! Houston Committee ts time as an OS pay, Qpgrade ta A8 at HtS, Course Siuris ifovember 8 To enroll, contact HLS or fill out the application in the LOG. SlU Patrolman Teddy Babkowski (seated right) writes out dues receipt for Recertified Bosun Julio Delgado (standing right) at a payoff aboard the containership SS Houston (Sea-Land) at Port Elizabeth, N.J. on Sept. 11. With them is most of the Ship's Committee of (standing I. to r.) Chief Steward Umberto Ortiz, secretary-reporter; Educational Director J. Salazar; Engine Delegate H. Vasques, and Deck Delegate Ernesto V. Erazo. September 1979 I LOG / 17 �-rf v' -'» •>«>'' r'-« '•-• •'*"?• ^We Have the Best, the SIU' ^Some Are Ouf fo Gef Unions' i Some people are out to get the Unions. There are elements in our society who can't stand to see you exercise your right to belong to a Union and to bargain freely and fairly with employers. They are the growing numbers of management types who carry on about creating a union-free environment. And you can bet that right behind these loud mouthed Unionhaters are plenty of other less brazen employers just waiting for the chance to let the axe fall on their workers too. It doesn't matter what trade you are in or what job you have. Nobody is exempt anymore. Stories from the dark days of Labor History? No! Examples straight from the 193(>'s situations that are going on right now. It's not the bad old days anymore. But the same old Union hating song is still playing in the head of many an employer. What can you do about it? Don't give them any encouragement. Prove it pays to be Union. Fraternally, Bob Sells, Engineer, American Commercial Barge Lines St. Louis, Mo. Quick Payment for Surgery .* My husband, Walter Glisson, and I want to thank the Union for the prompt payment of my hospital and doctor bills when I had eye surgery last April. This is the first time that I have had any medical expense. My husband has been a seaman for 12 years. We are very grateful for the benefits provided by the Union. Sincerely, Walter & Ruth Glisson Ocala, Fla. Worked Hard for Scholarship Being an active member .of the SIU has provided me with a great number of opportunities. Being able to continue my education as an SIU College Scholarship winner is certainly one of the best opportunities I've ever had. I'm thrilled at the prospect of being able to pursue my educational goals in the secure knowledge that I will be able to concentrate on my studies and not have to worry about meeting the high costs of a college education. I've worked hard, in the classroom and at sea, to gain this opportunity and would like to encourage my Union brothers and sisters to take advantage, of not only the scholarship program but, of every opportunity this union and this sea-going life has to offer. They are great and varied in number. Regardless of one's age, sex, or interests, this life and this Union has a lot to offer. However, nothing is delivered to your doorstep for the asking. YOU HAVE TO GO FOR IT. I would like to thank the SIU officers, the HLSS Academic Dept., and especially my brothers and sisters who make this Union what it is for this great opportunity. Fraternally, Byron U. Jordan 18 / LOG / September 1979 I'm in drydock here at the Staten Island USPHS hospital with a broken ankle, but I'm not out of touch. SIU representative John Dwyer brought me the August Log the other day, and I like it a lot. I especially like the articles on, the Mississippi Queen, R/ V Anton Bruun. Oldtimer Willcy Manthey, the Maritime Authorization Bill and the articles concerning LNG. Mostly though, I want to truly thank the SIU for the exceptional and efficient way they have helped me while I am disabled and away from home. I know now that an accident can happen to the best of us and can truly put you out. As a young seaman with a very good future ahead of me, I sincerely appreciate what this great Union has done for me. And I am very proud to be a part of it. Once again, thanks. We truly have the best, the SIU. Fraternally, William Mullins Dallas, Texas ^Waking up the Public' Just want to thank the Union for sending me the Log each month. It helps me to keep in touch with the water. The Log does a. great job in reporting what's going on in maritime. And the SIU is doing more to wake up a sleeping U.S. transportation public than any one effort going. Sincerely, William L. Boone Huntsville, Ala. Labor Day Wishes I want to wish the SIU and all SIU members lots of luck on this Labor Day. I am a former member of the SIU (1958-1968) and served aboard ships in the Vietnam War Zone. I was awarded the Vietnam Service Bar for active service in that area. I woirid like someday for Congress to grant us veteran status. • Fraternally, Maurice Roberts Ware, Mass. Dedicated Seaman' ft It is with great regret I am writing to inform you of the loss of my husband, Leon Jordan, who passed away on March 16, 1979. He was a dedicated seaman. On behalf of myself and family, I want to thank the Union and the Seafarers Welfare Plan for all the help during^^Leon's retirement. Leon went to sea in 1936. He loved the sea and the men with whom he sailed. He was proud to be a member of the Union. Thanks again to the Union for all the help over the years. Sincerely, Mrs. Nancy Jordan Daphine, Ala. Crew Sent Flowers, Condolences This letter is to express my appreciation for the thoughtfulness and condolences of Steward / Cook Neville Johnson and the entire crew of the SS Worth at the time of my father's death. It was my privilege to have shipped on the SlU-contracted vessel, SS Worth. On July 20, 1979, while we were at sea, I received notice by wire and Mr. Johnson took charge of arranging for a floral wreath to be sent to my family from the crew of the SS Worth. Again, sincerest appreciation from my family and myself to all my fellow shipmates. Fraternally, Arturo Aulet New Orleans, La. �Lefs Get Ocean Mining Show on the Road I 1 l«?n't T isn't llist just pn#»rm7 energy thotV that's ,*« in growing demand and shrink­ ing supply these days. A number of raw materials and minerals, crucial to U.S. industry, are becoming harder to locate, more expensive to mine and of poorer quality in land-based reserves. But just as oil has been dis­ covered beneath the sea, the oceans also harbor trillions of dollars worth of precious min­ erals. Those minerals are contained in crumbly, black, potato-shaped nodules, rich in manganese, nickel, copper and cobalt. The vast mineral wealth of the deep seabed is so plentiful, experts estimate deep seabed resources could shave America's current heavy dependence on imported raw materials to next to nothing by the year 2000. In addition to providing U.S. industry with the essential ele­ ments of production, the frontier U.S. ocean mining industry will open tens of thousands of badlyneeded jobs for American workers in ship construction, mining, fabrication of materials and seafaring. Right now, U.S. mining com­ panies possess the technological know-how to mine the ocean depths. But those companies refuse to risk huge investments without a formal green light from the U.S. government allowing them to begin mining the deep seabed and protecting their right to do so. Unless Congress quits stalling on ocean mining legisla­ tion, the U.S. could well miss the boat in the ocean mining in­ dustry. Deep seabed mining legislation has actually been introduced during every session of Congress since 1972. Last year, the Deep Seabed Hard Minerals Resources Act was passed overwhelmingly by the House of Representatives. But it never reached the Senate floor. Ocean mining legislation has again been introduced before both Houses with three impor­ tant 'Hire American' amend­ ments intact. Those three amendments, which have the strong backing of the SIU and other maritime and labor groups, would create and protect as many as 50,000jobs for Americans at sea and ashore in the ocean mining industry. Though support for ocean mining is stronger today than ever before it is unlikely the measure will make it to the floor of either House for debate this Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inlond Waters District, AFl-CIO S«pt»mb«r, Vol. 41, No. 9 Executive Board Paul Hall President Frank Drozak Executive Vice President Cal Tanner Joe DiGiorgio Vice President Secretary- Treasurer James Gannon Ray Bourdius Assistant Editor Don Rotan West Coast Associate Editor Editor Edra Ziesk Assistant Editor Marietta Homa Assistant Editor 389 Mike Gillen Assistant Editor Max Siege! Hall Assistant Editor Frank Cianciotti Writer! Photographer Dennis Lundy Photography Marie Kosciusko Administrative Assistant George Vana ProductionjArt Director Published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Second class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. (ISSN #0160-2047) year. The Senate won't debate ocean mining until they've voted on the Salt II pact, which doesn't look like it will come up before mid-October. And the House calendar is already full until the end of the year. A major reason the U.S. is reluctant to act on ocean mining is the United Nations Law of the Sea Conference. For more than 20 years, 160 nations have been meeting to develop an interna­ tional set of laws governing the use of the oceans and what they contain. The U.S. government has been reluctant to antagonize Confer­ ence participants by coming up with our own ocean mining guidelines. But in the 12 years since deep seabed minerals be­ came the hot topic. Law of the Sea conferees have been unable to resolve the question of who's entitled to the minerals and how they should be mined. While Law of the Sea negotia­ tions drag on, pressure to develop U.S. regulations which would allow American companies to begin deep seabed mining, mounts. The U.S. Ambassador to the Law of the Sea Conference, Elliot L. Richardson, pointed out that though the U.S. prefers to under­ take ocean mining under an international treaty, further delaying the start of deep seabed mining could have a negative impact on the industry. "Each year of delay in reaching international agreement on a deep seabed mining regime," Richardson said, "has made it more necessary to find some interior framework that can define the seabed mining indus­ try's legal obligations " The SIU agrees that continued stalls to the start of the ocean mining industry could have serious, long-term consequences ioi the U.S. At stake are critically impor­ tant raw materials, necessary for • U.S. industry and even more important employment oppor­ tunities for U.S. workers. By tapping the mineral wealth of the oceans to fill our needs for manganese, nickel, copper and other elements, the U.S. could supply our industry, cut down our dependence on imported minerals and put many Ameri­ cans back to work. But it's up to Congress to get the show on the road. September 1979 / LOG / 19 �inTofhgCg'raT^ g'clrtiarpfogfa':^"''" °' P^g^fm^'s'SaTte^rn in^ " °' Hecertiflcation shown here in .he brand new StewardRecertificotion Program Gefs Underway <:Ay Is •r- >•- .>.y ^0^,%;;/ i-y -, ^,- - • ; L. •m fe««£g < •« v •*> >.r.r';, f ^ <• .,^r " - V \ Darrell G, Chafin James E. Higgins »«• f{i'i!;.«ss!?ii- »v }i % Herbert W, Scypes 20 / LOG / September 1979 Alfred J. Bodie J^EFLECTING the Sllfs commitment to education, the new Steward Recertification Program got under­ way Sept. 4 at the Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. The eight participating stewards in this first class will spend six weeks at HLS and two weeks at Union Headquarters. ; The next class will begin Nov. 12. In 1980 there will be a minimum of six classes and there may be as many as eight. This Program is an indication of the importance that the Union places on the steward department. Through the HLS, the Union has advanced the level of steward department education to the point where a Recertification Program Mice this can be offered. It's the last rung in a ladder of growing educational opportunities for steward department personnel. The Union wants to encourage young people entering the maritime industry to think seriously about a career in the steward department. But this educational benefit is like any other Union benefit. It's not worth anything to the members unless they take advantage of it. Whether a Seafarer is a messman or a chief steward, if he or she has enough seatime, there's a course available. All the Seafarer has to do is to write to the Lundeberg School or see an SIU representative. For chief stewards, the Recertification Program will give them invaluable information. It will update their skills to meet the needs of running a steward department on today's modern ships. The Program will also give the stewards a greater knowledge of their Union and the state of today's maritime industry. This is particularly important to stewards in their role as secretary-reporter of the ship's committee. The stewards can help enlighten their fellow Seafarers about the dangers threatening their livelihoods. They can also better explain the many Union benefits available to Seafarers. The Recertification Program is a step forward. And that's why all stewards who have not already done so should apply for this very worthwhile Program. y. T ' ' — ^ •M t 'S- V' W:.}. • Charlie Rice V. * Jimmy Colder « h-k* - J J 'i'**1d - ^ (j, V • . -.it v; V; i:- kit Tom Ulisse Paul Franco September 1979 / LOG / 21 �SIU Adantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters United Industrial Workers of North America PRESIDENT Paul Hall SECRETARY-TREASURER Joe DlGiorgio EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Frank Drozak VICE PRESIDENT Cal Tanner Dispatchers Report lor Deep Sea AUG. 1-31, 1979 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals 6 123 9 27 16 9 17 58 31 56 18 50 15 56 14 3 508 1 32 5 8 6 4 7 18 12 7 5 13 2 18 1 0 139 1 17 0 3 12 7 1 6 5 4 13 22 1 11 2 0 106 1 110 6 19 18 5 20 46 25 37 16 38 10 41 3 1 396 4 48 2 16 5 8 7 11 9 11 6 11 3 16 1 1 159 0 7 0 0 3 3 1 0 2 4 2 5 2 8 0 0 37 Totals All Departments 4 101 10 23 18 7 26 59 33 56 11 48 26 51 18 1 492 4 67 . 3 16 9 7 6 32 17 31 8 43 8 29 5 0 285 1 13 0 0 7 12 0 8 6 5 10 29 5 17 0 1 114 13 176 18 39 23 15 25 117 52 78 47 78 18 86 0 3 788 6 42 5 7 8 6 7 24 12 7 15 11 3 27 0 0 180 2 11 0 5 14 3 2 12 4 4 12 21 0 8 0 0 98 0 84 4 17 15 5 16 44 26 34 8 21 13 37 3 1 328 2 48 5 11 9 5 8 18 19 12 3 14 4 25 6 0 189 0 5 0 0 4 4 1 1 3 4 1 3 3 14 1 0 44 4 157 14 39 23 10 24 102 40 62 26 52 16 70 0 1 640 5 64 3 23 5 7 7 36 10 14 13 14 4 20 1 1 227 1 5 0 1 5 2 1 0 0 2 6 4 1 7 0 1 36 1 77 6 20 14 7 30 60 26 35 19 19 11 56 0 0 381 2 26 2 4 4 2 5 1 3 5 6 5 4 4 0 0 73 2 7 1 0 1 2 0 3 1 4 11 9 0 2 0 0 43 12 198 41 41 28 9 19 71 42 33 39 41 28 68 2 2 674 2 194 3 37 25 6 4 46 18 27 99 38 9 48 0 0 556 1,154 733 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 45 3 14 10 5 18 38 19 28 8 23 6 2/ 2 0 247 2 15 0 2 2 0 4 2 5 6 2 6 3 2 4 0 55 1 5 0 0 2 3 0 1 0 4 6 10 0 0 0 0 32 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco. Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals TOTALSHIPPED 4 43 1 17 16 11 10 40 29 30 4 22 11 25 2 0 265 1 41 7 1 9 4 8 19 9 10 ^4 ' 12 3 25 16 0 169 0 4 0 0 10 10 0 2 7 13 5 19 0 16 0 0 86 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 4 31 3 9 8 4 7 24 7 24 6 12 14 13 0 1 167 10 113 23 17 16 7 9 57 27 26 26 27 16 66 22 1 463 2 73 2 12 22 17 2 11 8 17 43 27 9 36 0 0 281 0 0 0 5 34 4 19 5 2 10 32 11 39 10 16 15 22 0 1 225 1,318 816 455 1,085 643 244 Z034 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. HEADQUARTERS 675 4Ave„Bklyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-9375 ALPENA, Mich 800 N. 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON, Mass 215 Essex St. 02111 (617) 482-4716 BUFFALO, N.Y 290 Franklin St. 14202 (716) TL 3-9259 CHICAGO, ILL. .9383 S, Ewing Ave. 60617 (312) SA 1-0733 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 DULUTH, Minn 2014 W. 3 St. 58806 Medical Arts Building 324 W. Superior St. 55802 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich HOUSTON, Tex P.O. Box D 415 Main St. 49635 (616) 352-4441 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, NJ. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala IS. 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Box 429 5-6 Nihon Ohdori Naka-Ku 231-91 201-7935 West Coast Stewards Halls HONOLULU, Hawaii ... 707 Alakea St. 96813 (808) 537-5714 PORTLAND, Or,.... 421 S.W. 5th Ave. 97204 (503) 227-7993 As it has been all year, shipping was good to excellent in all deep sea A&G ports in the month of August as a total of 1,972 Seafarers shipped through the Union's network of hiring halls to SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of these, only 1,085 were "A" seniority members while 643 getting jobs were "B" seniority men and 244 were "C" seniority. This is a reflection of the good shipping throughout the country for SlU deep sea members. 22 / LOG / September 1979 WILMINGTON, Ca. .. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (213) 549-40tNI SAN FRANCISCO, Ca. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 �Jorge L. Torres Seafarer Jorge L. Torres, 25, graduated in 1975 from the Lundeberg School. He up­ graded to Able Seaman there this year. Broth­ er Torres has the lifeboat, firefighting and cardio­ pulmonary resuscitation endorse­ ments. Born in New York, he ships out of that port and resides in Puerto Rico. iSr:'- • Kiref'S;/ L Alfredo Gonzalez Seafarer Alfredo Gonza­ lez, 25, started sailing with the Union following Lionel Strout his graduation Seafarer from the HLS Lionel Strout,57, Entry Program started sailing in 1975. He now with the SIU in sails as FOWT 1967 after seven hitches with the and has his firefighting, lifeboat and U.S. Air Force. CPR tickets. A native of New York He upgraded to City, he lives and ships from that cook and baker great port city. at the Harry Russell Williams Lundeberg School of Seamanship Seafarer (HLSS) Piney Point, Md. Chief Russell Wil­ Cook Strout has had many compli­ liams, 22, gradu­ ments on his cooking aboard ated from the various vessels. He has his LNG, Lundeberg firefighting arid lifeboat endorse­ School in 1977. ments along with his cardio­ Brother Wil­ pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and liams upgraded first aid tickets. Living in Selma, to Able-Seaman Ala., he ships out of the port of New last year. He has York. his lifeboat, firefighting and CPR endorsements. He lives near Los Joel W. Spell Seafarer Angeles and ships out of West Coast Joel W. Spell, ports. 129, graduated Jesse Fleming from the HLS Seafarer Entry Trainee Jesse Fleming, Program in 22, began sailing 1968. He then with the SIU in i shipped out as a 1977 in the deck j fireman --^waterdepartment after tender (FOWT) he gra.duated in 1968 and 1969 before hejoined the from Piney U.S. Navy for two hitches. There he Point. He got was an electronics technician during his AB endorse­ the Vietnam War. Brother Spell now ment last year. Brother Fleming sails as 2nd electrician but has holds lifeboat, firefighting and CPR endorsements to sail any job in the tickets. He resides in Tafton, Pa. engine department. This year he^ot and ships out of the port of New at Piney Point his lifeboat, firefight­ York. ing and CPR training. He lives in Covington, La. and ships out of the Gerald McEwen port of New Orleans. Seafarer Gerald McEwen, Mark H. Pedersen 42, started sail­ Seafarer ing with the SIU Mark H. Peder­ in 1973. Brother sen, 20, gradu­ McEwen up­ ated from the graded to cook HLSS in 1977. and baker at He upgraded to Piney Point in FOWT last year. 1975. He has the Brother Peder­ sen has his life­ lifeboat, firefighting and CPR boat, firefight­ cards. Born in the Virgin Is., he lives with his wife, Carol in the port of ing and CPR tickets. He was born, New York and ships out from that raised, lives and ships from the port port. of Baltimore. Albert S. Campbell Seafarer I Albert S. CampI bell, 55, joined !the SIU in 1968 in the port of [Jacksonville. He has since upI graded to assis­ tant cook and baker. He has the lifeboat, LNG, CPR and fire­ fighting tickets. Born in Pennsyl­ vania, he ships from Jacksonville. Andrew Pandolfo Seafarer Andrew Pan­ dolfo, 26, is a HLS Trainee Program grad. Last year he upgraded to FOWT. Brother Pandolfo has lifeboat, fire­ fighting and CPR tickets. A native of Manhattan, he lives and ships out of the port of New York. Dennis Patterson Seafarer Dennis Patter­ son, 25, gradu­ ated from the HLS in 1976 and started sailing that year. He first sailed as a messman for six months, but got his AB ticket last year. Brother Patterson recently earned his CPR endorsement at Piney Point. In 1976, he earned his lifeboat and firefighting tickets. A native and resident of Jersey City, N.J., he has shipped out of the ports of New York, Jacksonville, New Orleans and Houston. Alcoholia disease. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii It can be treated. SECURITY IN UNITY Notice to Membets On Shipping Procedure When throwing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SIU Hiring Hall, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • registration card • clinic card • seaman's papers • valid, np-to-date passport In addition, when assigning a job the dispatcher will comply with the following Section 5, Sub­ section 7 of the SIU Shipping Rules: "Within each class of seniority rating in every Department, prior­ ity for entry rating jobs shall be given to all seamen who possess Lifeboatman endorsement by the United States Coast Guard. The Seafarers Appeals Board may waive the preceding srentence when, in the sole judgment of the Board, undue hardship will result or extenuating circumstances war^nt such-waiver." Also, all entry rated members must show their last six months discharges. Further, the Seafarers Appeals Board has ruled that "C classifica­ tion seamen may only register and sail as entry ratings in only one department." To crew U.S.-flag ships today, youVe got to keep up with technology. So keep your job secure. Learn shipboard automa­ tion. Take the automation course at HLS. It starts Nov. 12. To enroll, contact your SIU Representative or mail the applica­ tion in this issue of the Log to HLS. September 1979 / LOG / 23 ,,k,. 7. �R/V by 'Saki Jack' Dolan Following is Chapter II in the saga of the R/ V Anton Bruun, one of the more unusual vessels ever crewed by SIU members. She was a research vessel, which participated in a 28'month research cruise in the Indian Ocean in the early '60s. It was quite a trip. Chapter I appeared in the A ugust 1979 issue of the Log. AT the entrance to the Taj Mahal in India, one feels the inten­ sity of much passion and love. On the Indian Ocean, one feels not only passion and love, but much hatred. Thanks to the Almighty, the R/V Anton Bruun was built a fine seaworthy ship. She rode out a storm better than any passenger or cargo vessel I have ridden. And believe me I have been on the best. We were to find this out when we made our cruise to the Arctic Circle and back. (All about this in a future chapter.) We did 'mucho' fishing in the Indian Ocean, and this kept our ten Hawaiian fishermen very busy, putting out floats with fishing nets attached several miles in length. This was done in the wee-hours and we would come back around Noon and pull the nets in with our special fishing-gear. The Hawaiians were very adept at this sort of fishing, and in no time at all we had several tons of every kind of fish on the stern you could think of. Sharks by the dozens, and the Scientists would tag them (the sharks) and throw them, overboard again. This was all done with scientific-precision by stop-watch. We caught barrels of shrimp and lobsters off the coast of Arabia, and this was reported to the Arabian Government (they never even knew about it.) Many new fishing-beds were discovered on this cruise, and it was reported to the local Govern­ ments as we discovered same. From the Persian Gulf, all the way to the Arctic Circle, we worked our way, and many new discoveries were made and reported to the National Science Foundation in Washington, D.C., as well as all local countries that could make good use of this information. This was the first time in World History that the Indian Ocean had ever been surveyed, and the RIV Anton Bruun was the only vessel to completely finish the job. There were many other countries involved in this project, and had vessels out here with us. One by one they fell by the way-side and turned tail and went home. We stayed for the full time (28 months), and were the only ship to complete the project (worth many many millions of dollars to many countries). Land of The 'Dodo-Bird' The U.S. National Science Foun­ dation should have given all hands a large cash bonus, not just a piece of paper. We did a job no other country 24 / LOG / September 1979 did, or cared to stay and do, but they all benefitted from it. Port Louis, Mauritius Islands is the Jewel of the Indian Ocean and the friendliest place on Earth. The natives speak French, English and their own Island dialect. First, they greeted you like a long lost brother, and then took you in as one of the family. This was the home of the famous or infamous 'Dodo Bird', now extinct, but one time very plentiful here. The Dodo was similar to our American Turkey according to legend, and was hunted by the natives for food until extinct. The shipboard Scientists were given a stuffed Dodo Bird to take back with them. There is a local Museum ashore and they give all the information you may need to know about the Dodo Bird, and any other subject you may be interested in. "Mack The Knife" The Natives were welcome aboard, as we had open ship in all ports. The young native girls were exceptionally friendly, and made themselves at home upon arrival. Our stay here was for ten days, and even then it was hard to get them to leave. One lovely young thing that carried a stiletto about ten inches long (and was not afraid to use it), was immediately dubbed 'Mack The Knife' by the crew, and the name stuck (I wonder why?). It seems that 'Mack The Knife' had a thing for the Chief Steward 'Saki Jack', and latched onto him and would not let go. This was OK with Saki Jack, so that was that. Mack The Knife was a solid nudist at heart, and started to prove same immediately upon entering my foc'sl. She disrobed completely, and was in no way bashful about her nudity. This had a real crazy affect on the younger generation in the crew, as she insisted on having nothing to do with anyone but ole Saki Jack (which was OK with me). She loved to run around the ship totaliy naked, and I or no one else could control her, or for that matter wanted to eonfront her ten inch stiletto! She was not only young, but had a build like the old proverbial brick 'Out-House'. I'll tell you something, I was not about to argue with her, and the ship's baker took many photos of her running the length and breadth of the ship in the buff. She always returned to my foc'sl, and this drew the crew like flies. I had to throw them out bodily to have any peace. Chico, the Chief Cook was so upset he couldn't cook, and had to go ashore to Sharky's (a local Pub) to bring his blood pressure down a bit. Sharky, was an old Limey ready to retire and wanted to sell the joint (I - - A- . * '.t. A recent pix of SIU Pensioner 'Saki' Jack Dolan. don't know if he ever did), and he got along swell with seamen. There were a couple of twins that made some kind of remark about 'Mack The Knife' running about the ship in the nude, and this made Mack very mad indeed. She ran them out of Sharky's and down the street. Well, this upset Sharky a bit, and he would not let Mack back in his Pub, so Mack and I decided to go back to the ship. My foc'sl was like a Pub anyway. In fact, I had more of a variety of the old Bubbly than Sharky did. Mack kept her stiletto razor sharp, and I was damn glad she liked me (maybe it was my good looks?). Whatever, it made us happy. She stayed aboard until ten minutes before sailing time and did not put on a stitch until she was going down the gangway.. 1 guess you could call this the 'Naked Truth'. Hawaiian Luau Our Hawaiian Fishermen decided to have a Luau, and that was OK by all hands. 1, as Chief Steward was given a list of what we would need, and went ashore to get same. All Hands were invited, crew, scientists, (we had four lady-scientists aboard this Cruise), everyone. The Hawaiians made a deal with the local natives, and promptly started to dig a long trough on the beach, and gather Palm-Fronds. Believe me, a real Hawaiian Luau is no easy matter, and it takes a lot of work and cooperation from all hands to make it happen. Everyone was willing and the very next afternoon the beach was the makings of our own Hawaiian Luau. 1 was the bartender until 1 couldn't stand (1 got very tired), and there was plenty food, booze, girls with much dancing, drinking, eat­ ing, and even a few friendly fights now and then. 1 can safely say all hands enjoyed the Luau and thanked the fishermen for it. Everyone liked Port Louis, and could not wait until we were due back again. The baker even married one of the beautiful native girls, and took her home to Philadelphia to live. All hands went to the wedding. 1 missed it due to an operation I was having at the time. During our next cruise we had engine trouble, and had to pull into Gann Island. This was a British Nuclear Base, very secretive at the time, and we were lucky they gave us permission to land there. The Captain talked with the local Conimander, and he agreed to let us use all the local buying facilities. This was a tax-free-port, and they had a beautiful canteen—full of goodies, binoculars, cameras, watches, perfume, musical instru­ ments, etc., all tax-free, and very reasonable in price. Well, I can tell you, some of the crew and Scientists really took advantage of this situation. I did not buy a thing, as I was never a collector of things, and maybe it was because my foc'sl looked like a Pawn-shop as it were. All in all, Gann Island was a success in everything but Romance. There were no women there except in the military, and they had nothing to do with us. The British are very kind and considerate in treating English speaking folks, and treated we 'Yanks' like brothers. So long Gann Island, and Thanks. Eddie From Mooseup When I returned home to New York, I had a full crew list, but misplaced it. And with my poor memory, I cannot name the men and women on our expedition as I would like to. Our first Bosun, a retired NavyChief from Mooseup, Connecticut, was naturally, one of my drinking buddies. (1 really cannot remember anyone on board that I was not drinking-buddies with). Eddie, in the good ole tradition of the Navy, was a swell drinking buddy, we got along quite well. Between his Navy yarns, and my merchant seaman's yarns, we kept the home fires burning very brightly. Eddie had spent his last ten years (or so he told me), in the Navy in Phoenix, Arizona as the Navy Recruiter. Maybe this is what made him so nervous. Arizona is too dry for a Navy sailor. Anyway, ho got himself fired off ihQ Anton Bruun for kicking one of the "Raghead Scientists" out of his fi'c'sL It seems one of the scientists went to Eddie's foc'sl about some­ thing, and proceeded to give Eddie a hard time. Eddie did not ap­ preciate this at all, and kicked him out (literally), and told him to stay the hell out. Well, this infuriated the "Raghead", as this made him lose face, and he ran screaming up to the Captain's foc'sl telling him what happened. The Captain being an oldtimer, told the scientist to stay the hell out of the crew's quarters (where he had no business) and he would not get a kick in the ass. It seems the Scientist had more Continued on Page 25 �Working in Tank or Confined Space Can Be a Killer When working in a chemical tank or other confined space aboard a ship or a tank barge, always know what you're getting yourself into. If you're about to enter a chemical tank which has not been certified "safe for men" by a marine inspector, what you could be getting into is trouble. A tank or confined space that hasn't been inspected may not contain enough oxygen to sustain life. If you walk into that space without the right safety gear, you may not walk out again. It's that simple. Prevention of chemical tank Anton Bruun, Part II Continued from Page 24 pull than the crew did, and Eddie was fired. The Captain came down to his foc'sl and told him the scientist was willing to forget the incident, and he could keep his job if he would only apologize to the "Raghead". Eddie would have none of this and told the Captain if that bum comes near me I'll kick him again, only harder. Exit, Eddie from Mooseup, a good Bosun, and greatly missed by all hands. This brought on board my old poker-playing, horse-playing, and cocktail drinking buddy Hank Muranka. Hank is a good man to ride the river with. Hang in there Hank! Crew Messman Extraordinaire Eddie Wong was his name, and the best dang crew messman I ever sailed with. Eddie came from New York City, and was liked by all the crew, and officers as well. He was one of the original crewmembers, and came out with the ship from the States, and was one of the first to sign on. He stayed the full 28 months the ship was out, and never missed serving a meal in the crew messhall. Besides he had a full flight of stairs to go up and down carrying food (three meals a day), and believe me Eddie did a wonderful job, while he was Crew Messman. Eddie found Wong-relatives in every port we came to, and usually brought them on board. Some of them were the fair haired type, and Eddie was quite a ladies man, and never failed to score. The last 1 saw Eddie, was at the Brooklyn SIU Hall, and he was all bandages, having just been mugged in Chinatown, and was not feeling too well. This is called a 'New York Welcome,' and they sure gave poor Eddie a good one. Eddie, like 1 said, was liked by all hands, and makes a good addition to any crew. By The Wayside The RjV Anton Bruun stayed for the full length of the Cruise in the Indian Ocean (28 months), and had the distinction of being the only vessel to do so. There were many other countries involved in this Expedition (22, I believe), and one by one they fell by the wayside and went home. But the old Anton Bruun stayed on and on and on until the very end of the Cruise. The closest any other country came to staying was for one (1) year, and m-ostly they did not stay this long. That included the Russkies. They had a converted cargo ship out there and they stayed for about a year. We met the Russians several times in port, and one time they invited us aboard their ship for a CocktailParty (I'll tell about this next time), also what we were sent out there to do. Saki Jack D-124 (Retired) Chapter 3: 6 weeks in shipyard in Karachi, Pakistan. AH Khan on the Scale. Camel Races. Horse races. Holy Men with Cobras in basket. Cocktail Party on Russian Ship. Metropole Hotel, Beach Luxury Hotel, Seaman's Club. Our Main Purpose in The Indian Ocean. fatalities is also pretty simple. Never assume a confined space is safe. Always wear fresh air breathing apparatus in a confined space where you're not sure about the oxygen content. But lack of oxygen isn't the only kind of trouble you can get into when working in a confined space aboard ship. Seamen and boatmen who are repeatedly exposed to low levels of hazardous substances may be in for trouble in the future. A worker who is exposed to dangerous chemicals over a long period of time could be slowly poisoning his health. Chronic exposure to benzene, for example, could result in serious blood diseases. Inhaling vinyl chloride fumes over long periods has been shown to cause cancer. There are some rough guidelines called threshold limit values (TLV's) which can be followed by seamen who work around dangerous substances. TLV's are published by the Coast Guard in 'a "Chemical Data Guide for Bulk Shipment by Water." The threshold limit values, the Coast Guard says, "represent conditions under which it is believed that the average empolyee can be safely exposed for a working lifetime without produc­ ing chronic health effects." But the Coast Guard stresses these are only general guidelines. They do not take into account an individual's reaction to particular chemicals or the long-term effects of exposure to two or more chemicals. So, along with making sure the toxic levels in tanks and confined spaces stay within the TLV guidelines, these are some other steps American seamen and boatmen can take to protect their future health: • all shipboard personnel should be aware of whether they are working around substances which could be hazardous to their health; • entry into chemical tanks and confined spaces should be kept to a minimum and made only when absolutely necessary; • respirators should be used by all personnel anytime a tank or a confined space is entered; • any seaman or boatman chronically exposed to hazard­ ous substances should be regu­ larly checked by a doctor. Delta Africa Committee W '\ un Aug. 27th Recertified Bosun Pete Loik, {4th left) ship's chairman of the SS Delta Africa (Delta Lines) is at a payoff in the port of New York. With him are the Ship's Committee of (I. to r.) Steward Delegate James Miller, Chief Steward Bill Wroter, secretary-reporter; Deck Delegate Ed Wilisch and Engine Delegate Hector Duarte. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR UNION NARCOTICS WfLL EAT YOtl OP AND YOU'LL LOfE YOUR PAPERS FOR Ul FE ! September 1979 / LOG / 25 �Algonae The Lakes Picture Dnlnth The strike by Duluth-Superior grain millers that began in July is continuing. The dispute has brought waterborne grain traffic to a standstill, as other unions are honoring the grain millers picketlines. Reports from Duluth say that the major issues in the dispute are a costof-living contract clause and on-the-job safety. Grain millers are worried about the effects the pesticides and other sprays used on wheat will have on their health. Observers feel, however, that there are several signs that the end of the strike is in sight. As of Sept. 15 there were a total of 19 deep sea grain ships (including the SlU-contracted Ogden Columbia) tied up at the port of Duluth with five more expected during the week. The increased number of grain vessels in the port coupled with a tentative agreement between striking grain millers and officials of the Farmers Union Grain Terminal Assn., were cited by assistant U.S. Agriculture Secretary P.R. Smith as reasons for optimism that the strike may soon be over. Smith made his remarks at a symposium on Midwest grain transportation problems held Sept. 16 in Minneapolis. Earlier this month, the Duluth-Superior grain strike was one cause of threats from the Dept. of Agriculture. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Bob Bergland threatened to divert shipments of government PL-480 cargoes from the ports of Duluth-Superior if the strike continued. The twin ports currently handle about 65 million pounds of bagged government cargoes. * * * The new SIU hall in Duluth got a good reception during its first month of operation. Great Lakes Seafarers who've visited the new hall located in Duluth's Medical Arts Building, reportedly are favorably impressed. Frankiort The SlU-contracted Medusa CW/cA2ger(Cement Transit Co.) was one of the exhibits of Maritime Week, held at Manitowoc, Wise., last month. The 73-year old cement carrier was open to the public for tours. The last hand-bomber on the Great Lakes, SlU-contracted Chief Wawatam, may soon be converted to oil. The Michigan Transportation Commission voted unanimously to study the costs of the conversion. If adopted, the conversion could be completed by this winter. • » » The carferry City of Milwaukee {}A\c\\\gSin Interstate Railway Co.) was forced into the seawall in the Frankfort harbor when a small boat crossed her bow last month. An inspection by the Coast Guard determined the carferry sustained no damage and she was allowed to resume her run. • * » The two SlU-contracted car ferries, the Viking and the City of Milwaukee, hauled a record number of box cars across Lake Michigan over the past two months. The 2,061 cars loaded by the two vessels marked a six year high. Cleveland The Great Lakes Regional office of the U.S. Maritime Administration plans a seminar Oct. 9 in Cleveland to discuss problems and issues confronting the merchant marine. Notite to Members On Job Coll Procedme When throwing in for work dur­ ing a job call at any SIU Hiring Hail, members must produce the following: • membership certificate • registration card • clinic card • seaman's papers • David Buchanan, vice president of the Lake Carriers Assn., has warned that the shortage of diesel fuel on the Lakes is going to get worse. Fuel shortages "could disrupt the movement of raw materials to major industries," Buchanan said. Chicago Chicago's East Side Chamber of Commerce sponsored its 39th Annual Waterways Cruise on the Calumet River this month. The cruise is intended to attract new business to the riverbanks and to point out that water transport of raw materials and finished products is highly efficient. SlU-contracted ore and coal carriers are frequent callers at docks along the Calumet River. * * * Chicago's new Iroquois Landing Lakefront Terminal was formally dedicated on Sept. 8. The facility is open for business even though construction on the cargo-handling dock and two new warehouses is still underway. St. Lawrence Seaway U.S. and Canadian officials held a joint ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of the opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway and the Welland Canal's 150th birthday on Sept. 7. One ceremony was held at the Seaway's Eisenhower Lock, one of the two locks on the American side of the waterway. A second ceremony was held at the Welland Canal. Navigation Aids The first of three automated buoys planned for the Great Lakes region has been installed in Lake Superior near Manitou Island, Mich. The 20foot, 20-ton buoys are made of aluminum and will be used as weather forecast aids. The buoys have sensors attached to their 18-foot masts which measure air temperature, surface water temperature, wind speed and direction and transmits the information via satellite to weather stations in the U.S. and Canada. Clean Waters Pollution in the Great Lakes reached its worst level several years ago and is now improving, according to. a report presented to the International Joint Commission (IJC) recently. The main reason for the improvement is that industries have greatly reduced phosphate discharges into the Lakes. If » • If * Though the Lakes themselves are cleaner, another report delivered at the IJC annual meeting said that inland waters and aquatic life within the Great Lakes basin may be in trouble. The reason is that the area is subject to rain and snow with up to 40 times more acid in it than normal. The "acid rain" is the result of water vapor mixing with emissions from coalfired power plants, cars and factories. Scientists are worried the poison rain may kill off fish and harm soil and plants. Tonnage Figures Cargo moving through the Port of Cleveland during the month of August was up 219 percent over tonnage figures for Aug., 1978. Tonnage figures for this year to date are up 120 percent over last year's totals. The increase is attributed mainly to the movement of iron-ore pellets, a new commodity at the port. Steel and general bulk tonnage also showed gains. DisNtcliiirs ReDortlir MLikcs Alin 1-Tl 1979 ' Algonae (Hdqs.): Algonae (Hdqs.) Algonae (Hdqs.) Algonae (Hdqs.) '. •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups ^'3®® A Class B Class C 61 36 12 47 27 28 5 113 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 7 DECK DEPARTMENT 69 105 10 27 13 7 4 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 48 52 7 21 12 11 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 30 20 0 9 1 5 34 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 25 47 93 82 ^ US Totals All Departments 156 173 45 147 177 17 •'Total Registered" means the number of men who aetually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 26 / LOG /. September 1979 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C �rrr- \ Apply for SiU College TS not too early to start applying for the yearly SIU college scholarships offered to members and their dependents. Entitled the "Charlie Logan Scholarship Program," seven college scholarships, worth $60,000, are offered through the Seafarers Welfare Plan annually. Five of the scholarships are four-year $10,000 awards. One of these goes to an active member while four go to dependents of members. Two of the scholarships are two-year grants worth $5,000 each. These are exclusively for active members. For an active member to be eligible for a scholarship, he must have at least two years (730 days) employment time with SIU contracted companies. In addition, he must have one day of employment in the six month period immediately preceding date of application, as well as 125 days employment in the previous calendar year. Members' dependents applying for the scholarships must be unmarried and under 19 years of age. [However, unmarried children who are eligible for benefits under Plan #1 Major Medical can apply for a dependent's scholarship up to the age of 25.] An applicant must be the dependent of a member with three years (1,095 days) employment time with SIU contracted companies, as well as one day employment in the I six month period immediately preceding date of application and 125 days employment in the previous calendar year. Dependents of pensioners or deceased members who had met these seatime requirements before death or retirement are also eligible for the scholarships. All scholarships are awarded on the basis of high school grades and scores achieved on either the College Entrance Examination Boards (SAT only) or the American College Tests (ACT). Upcoming test dates for the SATs are: Nov. 3; Dec. L and Jan. 26. For more information on the SATs, write the College Entrance Examination Board at either Box 592, Princeton, N.J. 08540, or Box 1025, Berkeley, Calif. 94701. (Write to the office located closest to your mailing address.) Upcoming test dates for the ACTs are: Dec. 8, and Feb. 16. Information and applications for these exams may be received by writing to ACT Registration Unit, P.O. Box 414, Iowa City, Iowa 52240. SIU members can pick up Scholarship award applica­ tions for themselves or their dependents at any SIU Hall or by writing the SIU Welfare Plan, 275 20th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215. Scholarship winners will be announced in May 1980. Applications should be in no later than Apr. 15, 1980. September 1979 / LOG / 27 �mmm- Steward Department Meinbers! In the event that any SIU members have legal problems in the various ports, a list of attorneys whom they can consult is being published. The mem­ ber need not choose the recommended attorneys and this list is intended only for informational purposes: The following is a list of recom­ mended attorneys throughout the United States: NEW YORK, N.Y. Schulman & Abarbanel 350 Fifth Avenue New York, N.Y. 10001 Tele. #(212) 279-9200 BALTIMORE, MD. Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Tele. #(301) 539-6967 HOUSTON, TEX. Archer & Peterson Americana Building 811 Dallas Street Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. #(713) 659-4455 TAMPA, FLA. Hamilton & Douglas, P.A. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33609 Tele. #(813) 879-9482 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. John Paul Jennings, Henning and Walsh 100 Bush Street, Suite 1403 San Francisco, California 94104 Tele. #(415) 981-4400 ST. LOUIS, MO. Gruenberg & Sounders 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. #(314) 231-7440 NEW ORLEANS, LA. Barker, Boudreaux, Lamy, Gardner & Foley 1400 Richards Building 837 Gravier Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70112 Tele. #(504) 586-9395 LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Fogel, Julber, Reinhardt & Rothschild 5900 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90036 Tele. #(213) 937-6250 MOBILE, ALA. Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Alabama 36602 Tele. #(205) 433-4904 DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48822 Tele. #(313) 532-1220 BOSTON, MASS. Joseph M. Orlando 95 Commercial Wharf Boston, Massachusetts 02110 Tele. #(617) 523-1000 SEATTLE, WASH. Vance, Davies, Roberts, Reid & Anderson 100 West Harrison Plaza Seattle, Washington 98119 Tele. #(206) 285-3610 CHICAGO, ILL. Katz & Friedman 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, Illinois 60603 Tele. #(312) 263-6330 28 / LOG / September 1979 Apply Now for the Steward Recertification Program This program gives you the up-to-the-minute skills you need aboard today's vessels: Learn how to: • Manage the entire Steward Department • Control inventory • Prepare for Public Health inspections • Type • Polish your culjnary skills • Plan menues and use food efficiently it's your ticket to job security. It'll put you on top in your profession. AND—you get 110 dollars a week—you can't afford not to attend! Contact your Seafarers Appeals Board to enroll. Sign up now! Program begins November 12. Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters AUG. 1-31, 1979 •TOTAL REGISTERED TOTALSHIPPED All Groups Class A Class 8 Class C Port All Groups Class A Class 8 Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 272 0 0 0 Mobile 3 Tampa 2 1 1 NewOrleans Jacksonville 0 1 4 3 11 1 Wilmington Seattle 1 0 3 0 1 0 Houston 1 8 8 9 0 0 20 36 37 16 118 17 2 47 98 San Francisco 0 Puerto Rico Port Arthur Algonac ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class 8 Class C 0 ; 2 0 0 0 0 6 102 0 0 0 St. Louis Piney Point Paducah Totals Port 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 100 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 27 0 0 0 0 3 0 9 3 0 0 "2 2 1 10 1 1 1 Q 0 0 0 5 12 5 7 0 1 15 27 41 16 100 12 1 41 73 0 0 0 0 Q 0 0 o 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 001 0 0 0 3 4 5 7 15 2 3 0 8 0 14 0 3 11 9 6 0 1 38 33 1 9 109 25 0 124 213 0 0 0 0 0 9 528 0 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Port Arthur Algonac 0 0 0 000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 000 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 2 000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 OOO'OOO 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -01 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 3 000 OOO 0 0 1 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 f) 0 2 1 2 3 ? 000 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 Piney Point Paducah 0 2 0 201 0 1 0 001 St. Louis Totals 0 1 0 5 5 4 Port Boston New York.. Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston PortArthur Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Paducah Totals Totals All Departments 0 0 0 0 3 3 1 1 0 8 7 12 0 0 0 213 STEWARD DEPARTMENT ,. 0 0 .<0 00 0 0 0 0 000 000 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 000 0 0 0 113 0 0 0 138 4 4 15 29 127 117 0 0 0 000 0 0 0 000 000 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 000 0 0 0 0 1 4 000 0 0 0 12 0 0 2 17 3 0 0 26 5 14 108 90 •'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 0 n n OOn 0 0 n lon 000 0 o n 0 0 0 2 0 2 Q Q % 0 n n Q o q 000 0 0 o 1 n 1 000 0 0 0 13 0 0 14 5 0 2i 6 7 34 52 123 259 �Great Lakes Norfolk The Cape Fear Towing Co. (Wilmington, N.C.) contract has been ratified and is in the drawing up stage for signing. Also in Wilmington, Boatmen at the Stone Towing Co. are on strike and the Union has filed unfair labor practice charges against the company for failure to bargain in good faith. At the newly-organized Swann Launch Co. here, the Union is awaiting a date from the company to start contract negotiations this month. The largest dredging and marine construction company in the Western Hemishpere is the SlU-contracted Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. of Oak Brook, 111. It builds subaqueous pipelines, docks, breakwaters and bridges in the U.S., Mideast, Caribbean and South America. OLD also began dredging of the Matagorda Ship Channel in the port of Galveston last month under a $2.44 million contract by the city's Engineer District. Almost 20 miles of the channel will be dredged to a depth of 36 feet and width of 200 feet. The job is slated to be finished by late March 1980. Galveston Production delays and the wrath of Hurricane Frederick are holding up the construction of the nine tugboats at a shipyard here under order for G & H Towing , Houston. The tugs Titan and Laura Hayden (G & H) were built and launched at the yard and are now in service. Piney Point Contract negotiations at the Steuart Petroleum Co. are in their final stage this month. Port Arthur, Tex. A new tug, the K.C. Smith (Sabine Towing) is expected to go into service here by the end of November. St. Louis The 5,600 hp Towboat Bill Corneal{AJCBX.) was christened on Sept. 22 at the Jeffboat Yard, Owensboro,Ky. She will join the SlU-manned ACBL fleet. Philadelphia The rebuilt 126-foot tug Diplomat (lOT) is with the barge Interstate 138 lightering VLCC tankers in Gulf and East Coast ports. The 4,000 hp tug now has a second high pilothouse to let the pilot see over the barges up to 50 feet high. Also a new elevator goes up to the pilothouse and the tug has increased firefighting capability, another towing capstan, special rubber fenders plus a general overhaul of all equipment. Locks and Dam 26 Jacksonville After five years of bickering, the trial of the Alton, 111. Locks and Dam 26 reconstruction issue began in the middle of this month. MARAD has okayed Title XI guarantees for construction of a triple deck trailer barge and 650 trailers for Trailer Marine Transport (Crowley). The 580 foot long, 105 foot wide barge with a draft of 11 feet 4 inches will be built at the EMC Yard, Portland, Ore. Cairo, III. Next month a flotilla of Ohio River steamers will sail the length of the river from Pittsburgh to here to mark the 50th birthday of the completion of a year-round 9-foot navigation channel along the route. Jobless Rate Climbs to 6% WASHINGTON, D.C.—The country's unemployment rate in August surged to 6 percent from July's 5.7 percent. This is the highest level reached in a year. The average rate is about 5.8 percent. Many of the 310,000 newly unemployed of the total U.S. jobless 6,149,000 were adult white males laid off due to economic cutbacks in transportation, utilities, manufac­ turing and construction. However, 96.9 million persons (88.8 million non-farm) are gainfully employed out of a 103-million workforce. There were gains in the service=producing sector (as in trade, state and local government, finance, insurance and real estate) and in mining, AFL-CIO Research Director Rudy Oswald observes that "the increase in unemployment in August may augur further jumps over the next few months as the recession worsens. The effects of the recession on employment show up for the first time this month. There is every indication that it will worsen over the next six months." The jobless rate for adult women rose from July's 5.5 percent to August's 5.9 percent. Teenagers' rate increased from 15.3 to 16.5 percent! Blacks remained at 11 percent (black teenagers 30 percent!) and whites went up from 4.9 percent to 5.3 percent. Usually the jobless were out of work for about five weeks with 15 weeks being a high. No Licensing Course For Boatmen In The Country Stacks Up To The Transportation Institute Towboat Operator Scholarship Program Special curriculum offered only at HLS Room, board and books free Tuition Free Weekly stipend of $125 Time spent in on-the-job training counts as the equiv­ alent cf wheelhouse time Day-for-day woi k time credit for HLS entry graduates To apply, contact HLS or your SiU Representative Apply Now! New Course Starting Soon! September 1979 / LOG / 29 Li'vf �Apply Now for an HLSS Upgrading Course! HARRY LUNOEBERG SCHOOL UPGRADING APPLICATION (Please Print) Date of Birth. Name. (First) (Last) Mo./Day/Year (Middle) Address. (Street) (State) (City) Deep sea Member Telephone. (Zip Code) Inland Waters Member • Q (Area Code) Lakes Member • Seniority. Book Number Date Book Was Issued. Port Presently Registered ln_ Port Issued Endorsement(8) or License Now Held, Social Security #. Piney Point Graduate: • Yes Entry Program: From. No Q (if yes, fill in below) ••'vr to i (dates attended) Upgrading Program: From Endorsement(s) or License Received . to. (dates attended) Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes No Q Firefighting: • Yes No • Dates Available for Training I Am Interested in the Following Course(s). DECK n Tankerman u AB 12 Months 1 1 AB Unlimited n AB Tugs & Tows • AB Great Lakes u Quartermaster n Towboat Operator Western Rivers Towboat Operator Inland n Operator Not u Towboat More than 200 Miles Operator (Over n Towboat 200 Miles) • Master • Pilot • Mate ENGINE • • • • • • • • FWT • Oiler OMED - Any Rating Othnrfi Marine Electrical Maintenance Pumproom Maintenance and Operation Automation Maintenanceof Shipboard Refrigeration Systems • Diesel Engines Assistant Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) • Chief Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) n STEWARD • Q • • • Assi stant Cook Cook & Baker Chief Cook Steward Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS • • • • • LNG LNG Safety Welding Lifeboatman Fire Fighting RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TIME — (Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating noted above or attach letter of service, whichever is applicable.) VESSEL SIGNATURE RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED DATE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER, PINEY POINT. MD. 20674 30 / LOG / September 1979 DATE OF DISCHARGE �>1 Big Fireman-Watertenders Class ittm iSa^iiSRS"* v^"-*"-'^.' vT r y*, }..--• --L.. ',:. ^vi"'>»••••«»«;' :' •<••• •*< Almost two baker's dozen is the size of the FOWT graduating class of (front I. to r.) E.J. Dandy, V. Sanderson, J. Robertson, J. Lacaze, T. Stenson, 8. Giacalone, F. Landron and F. Garvey. In the middle row (I. to r.) are 8. Campbell, T. Merger, M. Collins, E. Zigich, C. Dunn, D. Whittle, 8. Hargrove, D. Jackson and D. Christian. In the rear (I. to r.) are D. Dunklin, T. Richerson, P Ferguson, 8. Migliara, C. Jefferson, L. Kearney, W. Evans and D. Goldbecker. The Harry Lundeberg Tankerman Is He Tankerman grad is David Goyette. School of Seamanship / "For a better job today, and job security tomorrow." New Diesel Engineers WANTED Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si Si steward Department Upgraders Si Si Enroll now! Si Job Opportunities in the Steward Department have nevet been better. Make these opportunities your own. Si Upgrade in the Steward Department at HLS Si Si Chief Steward—November 12 Si Chief Cook—October 29 Cook and Baker—October 29 Si Si Fill out the application in this issue of the Log. or contact Si Vocational Education Department, Harry Lundeberg School, Si Piney Point, Maryland 20674. Si 8eptember 1979 / LOG / 31 �EL PASO HOWARD BOYD (El Paso), July 15—Chairman, Recertified Bosun David La France; Secretary Don Collins; Educational Director Leroy Tanner; Deck Delegate Harold Whit­ man; Engine Delegate W. O. Barrineau; Steward Delegate James Morgan. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that everything is going great. Captain requested no smoking and no radios on open decks. Secretary noted that everyone must observe the safety rules of these type ships. Educational Direc­ tor stressed the importance on these ships of safety and wants everyone to put every effort forward to obey all safety rules. Also that upgrading is very important to you and to the Union. So use the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship and make yourself some money. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department. Only four hours after takeover of ship, a hot meal was served. Chairman expressed how working together has helped to achieve what we have in this Union. Report to Log: "Cape Charles, Va., SS EL PASO HOWARD BOYD was taken over by her crew around 1630-1700 on the 29tii of June. Steak dinner was served by 2100, while all hands turned to on steward stores. We send our thanks to the men of the ship's crew for helping to make the impossible, possible." Chief Steward, Don Collins —Next port Cove Point. JEFF DAVIS (Waterman Steam­ ship), July 20—Chairman, Recertified Bosun George E. Annis; Secretary R. Collier; Deck Delegate L. A. Jordan; Steward E>elegate Anthony Zouca. No disputed OT. Chairman received a letter from Headquarters in regards to the steward recertification program and explained the importance of all mem­ bers of the steward department with the eligibility requirements to apply to attend one of the classes. Also discussed the importance of SPAD. It was noted that there are about 150 movies on board and that the Chairman has spent a lot of his own money for a new machine and movies. A vote of thanks was given to the ship's chairman and a vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment. Next port Port Said. SEA-LAND LEADER (Sea-Land Service), July 8—Chairman,Recertified Bosun A. Ringuette; Secretary A. Reasko; Educational Director B. Jones. No disputed OT. $50 in ship's fund. Chairman held a discussion on upgrad­ ing and the importance of SPAD. Educational Director will try to keep up on the latest date movies for the crew. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), July 22—Chairman, Recertified Bosun A. Lasnansky; Secretary P. Stubblefield; Educational Director L. Hart. Some disputed OT. Letter received concerning the recerti­ fication of Chief Stewards read and posted. Educational Director reported on the ladders between the hatches not being wide enough for the safety of personnel using same. Also cat walks are not maintained as they should be. Reefer boxes should not be placed on sides where there are no cat walks. Existing ladders are also crooked. Members were also reminded that there is no smoking on deck while in shipyard. Next port Rotterdam. 32 / LOG / September 1979 SEA-LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land Service), July 15—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun A. McGinnis; Secretary Thomes T. Kirby; Educational Direc­ tor D. Peterson. Chairman gave a talk on the Bosun Recertification program that has started at Piney Point and all members who are qualified should attend. Also discussed the impor­ tance of donating to SPAD. $86 in movie fund. No disputed OT. Received the Log and it was distributed. SEA-LAND COMMERCE (SeaLand Service), July 8—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Lothar Reck; Secretary J. Smith; Deck Delegate Arlo Klein; Engine Delegate Joseph Graves Jr.; Steward Delegate Walter Stewart. $190 in ship's an<J movie fund. No disputed OT. Chairman discussed the pros and cons of some of our maritime activities in reference to some of the articles received. Also the importance of SPAD. Members were encouraged to upgrade as soon as they can in Piney Point. There will be another safety meeting this week and the door is open for new and good ideas. Check in with the patrolman about immigration and customs as soon as possible in order to have a quick payoff. Report to Log: "Radio Cadet—or better, apprentice— Charles Bullen, took his time out to fix all room antennas and speakers of the ship's intercom system. Thanks for the upkeep and we hope that he will have many followers on other vessels." Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Seattle. DELTA SUD (Delta Steamship), July 1—Chairman, Recertified Bosun R. Lambert; Secretary E. Vieira; Educa­ tional Director J. C. Dial. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that Brother Angelo Ali died of a heart attack while in the port of Santos Brazil on June 26th. His body was flown to his next of kin the next day. In true traditional SIU fashion, condolences and flowers were sent on behalf of the crewmembers. We are still keeping up with our accident free safety record. Also requested those members who use the T. V. tape recorder to be sure to rewind the tapes when the picture is over. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. OGDEN WABASH (Ogden Ma­ rine), July 22—Chairman, Recertified Bosun E. Dakin; Secretary P. L. Shauger; Educational Director Anton Ratkovich; Deck Delegate J. Wilson; Engine Delegate E. Sierra; Steward Delegate P. Charley Jr. $10.55 in ship's fund. $175 in movie fund. Gave $60 to radio officer to purchase new rotor for antenna. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman reported that a letter had been received from Executive Vice President, Frank Drozak regard­ ing the Stewards Recertification Program. It will be posted on the bulletin board for a few days and then put in the ship's file. The Log also carries an article on same with full details. Chairman also noted that he has applications for the "A" Seniority upgrading and Steward Recertification and anyone who wants same to see him at anytime during working hours. There are also plenty of overtime sheets and some benefit applications. A vote of thanks to the steward department. Next port Philadelphia. OGDEN CHARGER (Ogden Steam­ ship), July 22—Chairman, Recertified Bosun M. Beeching; Secretary B. Guarino; Educational Director D. Guajardo; Engine Delegate Charles S. Hampson. Chairman gave a talk on the importance of everyone who has the time to take advantage of the school at Piney Point and the importance of donating to SPAD. A telegram was received from Headquarters on the new raise and was read and posted. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. ALEX STEPHENS (Waterman Steamship) July 8—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Alfonso Armada; Secretary Charles Corrent. Some disputed OT in deck department. Secretary reported that Brother Ferris J. Antone Jr., died of a heart attack and a radiogram was sent to Executive Vice President, Frank Drozak, to notify his mother in Florida. ITT returned message confirmed by Brother Frank Drozak to Ship's Chairman. $60.16 in ship's fund. A vote of thanks to the steward department. NEWARK (Sea-Land Service), July 15—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Denis Manning; Secretary C. M. Modelias; Educational Director H. W. Hill. Chairman gave a talk on the courses that are now open for upgrading at Piney Point. Urged all members to take advantage of it especially the steward department personnel. Also discussed the importance of SPAD. Secretary advised all crewmembers to report all hazard conditions while working on board ship. Reminded all cooks to report immediately in case of fire and accident while working in the galley. Good housekeeping and alert-' ness is the best policy to prevent fire and serious accident. No disputed OT. All communications received were posted on the bulletin board. Next port Seattle. ST. LOUIS (Sea-Land Service), July 1—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Thomas H. Holt; Secretary O. Smith; Deck Delegate Bill Lynn; Steward Delegate John Kastos. Some disputed OT in deck and engine departments. Secretary requested all entry rated men to apply for upgrading and attend the classes in their respective depart­ ment at Piney Point as soon as possible. Also discussed the importance of donating to SPAD. The Log was received and distributed. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. LNG GEMINI (Energy Transporta-* tion) July 29—Chairman, Recertified Bosun K. Gahagan; Secretary R. I. Fagan; Educational Director R. Goodrum; Deck Delegate G. Lopez; Steward Delegate T. R. Clark. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that there are no problems just some question about the deck crew being relieved on the right date and time. SIU Representative Frank Boyne came down to the ship in Osaka, Japan and did a fine job of explaining to the crew that the SIU is in the process of squaring away the problem. All Brothers agreed to wait and gave Frank Boyne a vote of thanks. The Chief Steward R. I. Fagan says he has a fine young steward department from Piney Point and they are doing a great job for the ship and the entire crew. Another vote of thanks was sent from the Captain, officers and crew for the good and tasty food and work being done by the young and faithful SIU Steward Department, R. 1. Fagan, chief steward, Steven Wagner, Chief Cook, Terrill R. Clark, Jeff Hess, general steward utility. Report to Log.- "A special vote of thanks to all of the people who taught these good SIU men, the true meaning of Brotherhood, the Harry Lundeberg School." Official ship's minutes were also received from the following vessels: SEA-LAND VENTURE BROOKLYN OGDEN WILLAMETTE DELTA AFRICA COVE TRADER DELTA URUGUAY MERRIMAC CONNECTICUT COVE RANGER MOUNT WASHINGTON CANTIGNY BROOKS RANGE SEATTLE HUMACAO SEA-LAND PACER FLOR ZAPATA ROVER POET WALTER RICE HOUSTON GOLDEN ENDEAVOR SEA-LAND MARKET TEX OGDEN CHAMPION OVERSEAS WASHINGTON DELTA COLOMBIA PISCES BALTIMORE CHARLESTON MAYAGUEZ POTOMAC GREAT LAND EL PASO ARZEW SAN JUAN DEL SOL EL PASO SOUTHERN SAM HOUSTON DELTA MAR HUDSON JACKSONVILLE GEORGE WALTON SEA-LAND FINANCE ZAPATA RANGER ULTRAMAR THOMAS JEFFERSON WESTWARD VENTURE OVERSEAS JOYCE MARYLAND SEA-LAND EXCHANGE DELTA MEXICO PITTSBURGH SEA-LAND RESOURCE PUERTO RICO JOHN B. WATERMAN OVERSEAS NEW YORK PORTLAND COVE LEADER SEA-LAND GALLOWAY BEAVER STATE GOLDEN MONARCH COVE COMMUNICATOR TAMPA JOHN TYLER SEA-LAND MC LEAN POINT JULIE BANNER �Burl Edward Evans, 65, joined the Union in the port of Mobile in 1958 sailing as an engineer for Radcliff Materials and Bay Towing. Brother Evans was also a welder in the Boilermakers Union. He was bom in Freeport, Fla. and is a resident there. Francis Pastrano, 63, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward. Brother Pastrano was aboard the SS Mayaguez (Sea-Land) when she was captured by the Cambodians in May 1975. He is also the father of exlight heavyweight boxing champ, Willie Pastrano. Seafarer Pastrano was born in Reserve, La. and is a resident of Poperville, Miss. Wilbert E. Hughes, 60, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955 sailing as a third cook. Brother Hughes sailed 33 years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. A native of North Carolina, he is a resident of Baltimore. Calvin Curtis Harris, 61 Joined the Union in the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as an oiler and engineer for Radcliff Materials in 1951. Brother Harris was born in Uriah, Ala. and is a resident of Bay Minette, Ala. Joseph Johnson Kemp, joined the SIU in 1940 in the port of Tampa sailing as an AB. Brother Kemp sailed 39 years. He was born in Florida and is a resident of New Orleans. John Marvin Keech, 62, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1961 sailing as a chief engineer for McAllister Brothers from 1955 to 1961. Brother Keech also worked for the Belhaven (N.C) Fish and Oyster Co. He was also a member of the SIU Fisherman and Seafood Workers of the Atlantic Coast Union and UMW Marine Workers Union Local. A native of Belhaven, he is a resident there. Bevelon Devan Locke, 52, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port"of Mobile sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Locke is a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of Bay Minette, Ala. Frank John Smagalla, 62, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1961 sailing as a cook for Curtis Bay Towing Co. Brother Smagalla is also a retired chef of the Bellevue Stratford Hotel, Philadelphia from 1946 to 1957. He was a member of the Hotel Employees Union, Local 568, Philadelphia. Boatman Smagalla is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War 11. Born in Chester, Pa., he is a resident of Claymont, Del. Louis Egbert Lowe, 65, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a chief steward. From 1966 to 1979, he worked on the Sea-Land shoregang. Brother Lowe hit the bricks in the 1962 Robin Line beef. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Born in Florida, he is a resident of New York City. Luis Danito Martinez, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1961 sailing as a fireman-watertender and utility messman for 20 years. Brother Martinez was born in San Pedro, Sula, Honduras, Central America. He is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Martinez is a resident of New Orleans. Thomas Pradere "Holy" Toledo, 68, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a QMED, second assistant engineer and bosun. Brother Toledo sailed 31 years. He is also a machinist and mechanic. Seafarer Toledo walked the picketline in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1965 District Council 37 strike. He attended the SIU-MEBA School of Marine Engineering, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1968. Born in Pinar del Rio, Cuba, he is a natural­ ized U.S. citizen and a resident of Hiquey, Dominican Republic. Henry J. Styron, 66, joined the Union in the deep sea fleet in 1947 and then sailed in the inland fleet in the port of Norfolk in 1962. Brother Styron sailed as an AB. Boatman Styron is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. He was born and is a resident of Cedar Is., N.C. •S' Paul T. Stein, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia in 1960 sailing as a cook. Brother Stein is also a butcher. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War 11. Born in Philadelphia, he is a resident there. John Harold Sauerheber, 60, joined the Union in 1946 in the port of Boston sailing as a bosun. Brother Sauerheber sailed 36 years. He is a veteran of the pre-World War II U.S. Navy and Canadian Army in World War 11. Born in Illinois, he is a resident of Croydon, Ind. Hjalmar Richard Horsma, 65, joined the Union in the port of Duluth in 1969 sailing as an AB. Brother Horsma sailed 35 years. He was born in Minneapolis, Minn, and is a resident of Fairfield, Calif. Robert Henry Tyndall, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in 1959 sailing as a chief steward. Brother Tyndall sailed 29 years. He also attended the U.S. Army Cook and Bakers School in the pre-World War 11 period. He was born in Kinston, l^.C. where he is a resident. Hezzie Burns Pittman, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as a chief pumpman. Brother Pittman was an LST engineroom operator in 1954 and a coppersmith machinist at the Ingalls Shipyard, Pascagoula, Miss, on C4 Mariner trial runs in 1953. He was born in Foxworth, Miss, and is a resident of Mobile. Mount Washington Committee Ogden Potomac Committee Here's part of the Ship's^Committee of the ST Mount Washington (Mount Shipping) and a crewmeml)er at a payoff on Sept. 18 at Stapieton Anchorage, S.I., N.Y. They are (I. to r.) Engine Delegate Noe Oreallana; Educational Director Tim Teague; Deck Delegate Red Chapman:Steward Delegate Alton Pollock and Messman Eduardo Gonzalez. On Aug. 30 a crewmember and part of the Ship's Committee of the ST Ogden Potomac (Ogden Marine) were paid off at Pier 19, Staten Is. in the port of New York. They were (I. to r.) FOWT Joe Robertson, AB Joe Murphy, deck delegate; Recertified Bosun Lester R. Smith, ship's chairman; Oiler Winfield Downs, educational director and Chief Cook R.D. Bright, steward delegate. September 1979 / LOG / 33 ') l-fc L*. �T here is a ritual that most Seafarers observe, or at least the older members do. The ritual consists of checking out the page in the Ijjti which lists the "Final Departures." You know that you're on your way to becoming an old-timer when you ignore the headlines and turn to the obituary page first. After the death of AI Bernstein a great many people started to turn to the Final Departures page first. Not because they were old, but because they knew the man and he was special. If he could die, well then, who couldn't? AI Bernstein! Me lias been dead for almost a year now. But his presence fills this particular mo­ ment. If he were alive he'd probably be standing in the courtyard of the Union Mall in Brooklyn, smoking his foul-smelling Dutch cigars and wearing his favorite beret. Me was a character. Me was a .seaman. Me was, in the words of his good friend I.indsey Williams, a prince. Fast things first. Me was indeed a prince, a son of Israel. Me used to tell his closest friends that he was a CoeMayne, a descendant of the holiest of the holy twelve tribes. And in the tradition of the people of Israel, he wandered the four corners of the earth as a sailor. Me was as proud of his seaman's papers as he was of his heritage. Indeed, shipping was his heritage, his life. He sailed in all three departments. And when he stopped shipping he worked for the Union, first in the great beefs of the'40's and '50's, and then as Director of the Seafarers Welfare Plan. His pres­ ence is still felt. Adjectives are the things that people use to describe Bernstein. "Compassionate." "Curious." "Sol­ id." "Well-rounded." But adjectives don't do the man justice. Only stories do, tales of the sea which were the bread and butter of his daily existence. If a cat is something that has nine lives, then A1 Bernstein was three cats. He did just about everything. Al Bernstein: a Seaman, a Al BorriJilfjiri. -iocond from loft, wa-s at the forefront of the fight to keep Sailor's Snug Harbor from heing moved out of New York.Here, in 1972 photo, he talks with a group of Snuggies af Itie* Harbor He hoboed. He.sailed. He wrote. He wrestled professionally. He trav­ elled: here, there, everywhere. He joined the SIU in 1940. Like many sailors he had his favorite seastories. None, however, was as exciting as the one about the 'Road' to Murmansk. Sailed In PQ 17 During World War H Bernstein was onboard the SS Scholharie, which was part of the famous PQ 17 convoy to Murmansk. Out of 37 convoy ships which set out to bring food and aid lo Kussiii, 24 were destroyed by the Germans. The uncemirj-iv, ox rather the certainly of uncertainl), w as the most difficult thing Bernstem was to have faced in his life, except for his last illness. Poets like to recount that the furies of hell are the things that test a man's soul. The experience on the SS Scholharie was an earthly hell, and Bernstein proved that his soul was a match for any fire. Ironically, years later when his brownstone in Brooklyn Heights went up in flames, the book Bernstein wrote about the convoy was destroyed. While Bernstein's soul could withstand flames, his book could not. Words, flesh are less than the whole. With) cigar in left hiand, fiere's a chiaracteristic pfioto of Al Bernstein, (1969) righit, presenting a first pension check to retiring Seafarer Alex Anagnostou. 34 / LOG / September 1979 • WJ-' Everyone who knew Al Bernstein simply called him Bernie. Bernie Bernstein was a character. He fancied himself an intelligent man. The books he read were mysteries: his life a stage for intrigue. In 1949 Al Bernstein went undercover. come to mind. Mention the Cana­ dian Seamans Strike of 1949 and what do you get? More memories. More adjectives. Like fearless. Or imaginative. Just ask Ralph Quinnonez or Johnny Dwyer, two oldtimers who were friends of Bernie. Ralph Quinnonez (Regional Director of SlU-affiliated United Industrial Workers): "I worked with Al on the Marine Allied Workers District campaign. The MAWD? It was the forerunner of the UIW. Oh yeah. Al was instrumental in that case. Anything he was told to do he did. He led. He co-ordinated. What do I remember about Bernie in that beef? Well, if I had to pinpoint any one thing, I'd say that he'd walk anywhere, any place, at any time." Johnny Dwyer (SIU Representa­ tive—Headquarters): "Yeah, he had a lot of guts. He was a good skate. Stories? Do I remember any stories about Bernstein? Just one about the Sanitation Department Strike. We helped the Teamsters organize in that one. But the thing was that people were afraid of joining the strike. So Bernstein had the picketers march in black hoods so that their faces wouldn't be visible. Crazy, but it worked." Ralph Quinnonez: "He loved to eat. He and I would go to this Mexican food restaurant on Mon­ tague Street and eat like there was no tomorrow. What was the name of the place..." Johnny Dwyer: "Food? Bernstein fancied himself a great chef. He had this bottomless stew. Bottomless? No, never-ending stew. He'd keep on adding new ingredients to a basic stock. A lot of people loved it. I ate it and couldn't go near food for four days. Thought I was going to die." It was in 1949 that there was a clash between the Seafarers Inter­ national Union of Canada and the Canadian Seamans Union over the manning of several ships. Ideology played a part in the conflict: the CSU was reportedly Communist infiltrated. It hardly seems to matter any more, the ideology that is: but it did matter then. All a man has are his beliefs. They may be changed or modified, but they must exist or else a man is nothing. Al Bernstein believed. In jobs. In justice. In survival. Several weeks before the Cana­ dian Seamans Strike began, Bernie He Was Colorful went up to Canada. Not as a Colorful. The adjective is over­ representative of the union, but in disguise. For those several weeks he used nowadays. People think that was a rich N.Y. businessman out to Cher is colorful. The Osmond Brothers. Dolly Parton. Well, enjoy a fishing trip. Bernstein checked into the hotel maybe Dolly Parton. But the others: where the leaders of the opposition not in the same league as Bernstein. Bernie was colorful. And never so were staying. And then he did his legwork. He followed the opposition much as when he was with his leaders and found out where they beloved friend Marguerite Boden, for many years the telephone hung out. The stools, the dark lights, the operator at the Brooklyn Union lingering smell of gin and dank Hall. The two played Well off each perfume were constants one could other. Perhaps it was the way they find in any seaman's bar from Hong looked together. Bernstein was as roly-poly as Marguerite is short. She Kong to Freeport. Bernie began to go to the bar is as proper as Bernstein was casual. every night. He slowly gained the She played mother-confessor to confidence and the ears of the thousands of seamen. He played the opposition leaders. He joked with sinner. Marguerite Boden: 'There is one them. He listened to their stories. He thing about Bernie you must even agreed with their positions. In the end Bernie found out all remember. He was salty." There is much to say about Al that he wanted to know. The opposition's strategies. Its strengths. Bernstein, and so little space to do Its weaknesses. And the SIU won so. He collected coins and ivory. He worked as a screen-writer in the beef. Hollywood. He wrote children's Story After Story books and operettas. The house he Anecdotes: one blurs into an­ lived in could only be described in other. Tell one and five immediately one word: Xanadu. �Character, a Prince There were Turkish swords on display. Baskets of fruits hung from the ceiling. Minah birds flew about. There is no doubt about it, A1 Bernstein was an original. That is not to say, however, that he couldn't drive you crazy on occasion. He could: that was part of his charm. During the troubled times of the Dock Wars, Bernstein was at peak form. He volunteered to patrol the West Side piers. It was an assign­ ment which required him to take pictures of all suspicious looking people. To Bernie that meant everyone and everything in sight. There was only one catch. When the pictures were developed, they showed arms, legs, sidewalks. Everything, in fact, except faces. Yes, Bernstein was colorful. And funny. But he was more. A1 Bernstein played a crucial role in the history of this union, first as a participant in the great organiza­ tional drives and then as the author of the "Tanker's Organizer Hand­ book," a book which some people accurately dubbed the SIU's bible. He was in the Wall Street Strike, the Cities Service campaign, the MA WD drive and other beefs too numerous to mention. He was the Director of the Welfare Depart­ ment. He provided the Seafarers with their first contacts in politics.' But he was more. A1 Bernstein's friends all have different memories of him. Some remember his quick wit, others his fearless nature. But there is one quality all of them mention when talking of him and they use practically the same words to describe it: "You must remember one thing about Bernie," they'll say. "Whatever else he did or did not do, he cared for the membership." A1 Bernstein cared about the membership. He gave homeless sailors a place to sleep for the night. He wrote personal notes to people applying for benefits. He continued fighting to keep Sailor's Snug Harbor in New York, an old age home for seaman, long after it became obvious that the City was going to close the facility and move it south. A1 Bernstein cared. Norman Tober, the night door­ man at the Union Hall in Brooklyn and a good friend of A1 Bernstein, summed up what Bernie meant to those who knew him: "He could be a pain in the ass sometimes, but he was a hell of a guy. If a person were in trouble, he couldn't ask for a better friend. You know something? It's been almost a year since Bernstein died and I still haven't taken his telephone number out of my address book. It's still there. Do you want to Above drawing was done by SlU Member Norman Maffie, an oldtimer and an old take a look?" friend of the late A1 Bernstein. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SlU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts arc posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is; Frank Drozak, Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 - 20fh Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SlU contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. iiiiiiiiiniiiniiiiiiiiiiiiHiiHiiiiiiiitiiiiiiinuiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiH^ patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY —THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, olficer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an oflicial receipt, but feels that he should not have been required ;o make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SPAD. SPAD is a separate .segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are used to f urther its objects and purposes includ­ ing, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions arc voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notif y the Seaf arers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for'investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constltutiunai right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 675 - 4th Avenue, Brookiy:i, N.Y. 11232. September 1979 / LOG / 35 �' jFiiial Pensioner Robert Allen Klemam, 56, died of a heart attack in the Roger City (Mich.) Memorial Hospital on May 23. Brother Kleman joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as a fireman-watertender for the Boland Steamship Co. from 1955 to 1960. He sailed 29 years. And he was a machinist. A native of Manitowoc, Wise., he was a resident of Posen, Mich. Burial was in Oakridge Cemetery, Bay City, Mich. Surviving are four sons, Robert Jr., Louis Walter and William and four daughters, Ann, Nancy, Mary and Camille. Pensioner Robert Alvarado, 57, succumbed to arteriosclerosis in Galveston on July 3. Brother Alva­ rado joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Galveston sailing as an AB. He sailed on the SS Tamara Guilden (Transport Com­ mercial) from 1970 to 1972. Seafarer Alvarado was also a photographer and railroad worker. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War H. A native of Galveston, he was a resident there. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Galveston. Surviving are his mother, Juana; a sister, Mrs. Beatrice A. Diaz, both of Galveston and a brother, William. Riley Donald Carey, 51, died of a liver ailment in the North Han­ over Memorial Hospital, Wil­ mington, N. C. on June 29. Brother Carey joined the Louis Flavel "F r e n c h y" SIU in 1944 in the port of New Orleans Greaux, 52, died sailing as a bosun. He upgraded at Piney in New Orleans on Point. Seafarer Carey was born in Lynn, July 13. Brother Mass. and was a resident there and in Greaux joined the San Francisco. Interment was in Pine SIU in the port of Grove Cemetery, Lynn. Surviving are a New York in 1954 sister, Mrs. Theresa Fuller of Lynn and sailing as fireman- two stepdaughters, Linda and Jane watertender and engine and ship's dele­ Londino. gate. He sailed 34 years. Seafarer Greaux was born in St. Thomas, V.I, Carlos C. Cid, and was a resident of Texas City, Tex. 57, died of a ruptured blood Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, vessel in St. Texas City. Surviving are his widow, Anne's Hospital, Beverly; a son, Louis and seven Chicago on July 9. daughters, Mrs. Lousie G. Benavidez of Brother Cid joinTexas City, Angela, Stella, Patricia, Anna, Carlotta and Flora. I ed the SIU in the port of New York in 1964 sailing as VaIeriano Guerra, 55, died of 3rd cook for the Delta Line. He hit the a heart attack on bricks in the 1965 District Council 37 board the SS beef. Seafarer Cid was a wounded Santa Magdalena veteran of the U.S. Army in World War (Delta Line) on 11. And he was also a waterfront worker. June 15 off La Born in San Juan, P.R., he was a Guaira, Vene­ resident of Jersey City, N.J. Burial was zuela. Brother in Wood National Cemetery, Mil­ Guerra joined the SIU in the port of waukee, Wise. Surviving are his widow, New York in 1966 sailing as an AB. He Crucita; two sons, James and Alex­ upgraded at Piney Point in 1975. ander; two daughters, Yolanda and Seafarer Guerra was born in Cuba and Letecia and a sister, Maria. was a resident of Glendale, Calif. Burial was in Hollywood (Calif.) Cemetery. William James Surviving are his widow, Maria of Los Brown Jr., 49, Angeles, Calif.; a daughter, Magda of died in Wyandotte Glendale; a stepdaughter, Vivian Liau (Mich.) General and a sister, Lopoldina of San Fer­ Hospital on May nando, P.R. 2. Brother Brown Pensioner Pat­ joined the Union rick J. Mullen, 71, in the port of passed away on Detroit in 1967 May 1. Brother sailing as a deckhand, engineer and Mullen joined the lineman for Dunbar and Sullivan from Union in the port 1967 to 1979. He also worked for the of Cleveland in Bulk Navigation and Towing Co. in 1961 sailing as a 1967. Laker Brown was also a boiler tug deckhand and operator. And he was a member of the fireman for the L.A. Wells Construction Wine and Distillery Workers Union. He Co. from 1941 to 1961 and for the v/as a veteran of the U.S. Air Forces Dredge and Fill Corp. from 1961 to during the Korean War. Born in 1970. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Trenton, Mich., he was a resident there. in World War H. Laker Mullen was Cremation took place in the Michigan Memorial Park Crematory, Flat Rock, born in Ohio and was a resident of Fairview Park, Ohio. Surviving is a Mich. Surviving are his widow, Chris­ sister, Mrs. Agnes R. O'Brien of tine; a son, Victor; a daughter, Alecia and a brother, Victor of Trenton. Fair/iew Park. 36 / LOG / September 1979 Pensioner Ellis Boyd Gaines, 65, died of heart failure in the Providence Hos­ pital, Mobile on June 13. Brother Gaines joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward. He was born in Alabama and was a resident of Mobile. Seafarer Gaines was buried in Oaklawn Cem­ etery, Mobile. Surviving are four sons, Lawrence of Mobile, Michael, Maurice and Ellis Jr.; a daughter, Renay of Mobile and two sisters, Mrs, Kathryn Blackmon and Mrs. Vivian Bell, both of Mobile. • Pensioner Juan Hernandez, 63, died on July 9. Brother Hernan­ dez joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing in the steward depart­ ment. He was born in San Juan, P.R. and was a resident of Puerta de Tierra, P.R. Surviving are his widow. Carmen; a son Juan; four daughters, Elvira of New York City, Sandra, Antonio and Yvonne and a sister, Elvira of New York City. Pensioner Robert Bruce "Bob" Hunt, 67, died of heart-lung failure in the Woodruff Comnity Hospital, Lakewood, Calif, on May 25. Broth­ er Hunt joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Galveston sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 30 years and received a Union Personal Safety Award in 1960 for sailing aboard an accident-free ship, the SS Young America. Seafarer Hunt was born in Oklahoma and was a resident of San Gabiel, Calif. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cem­ etery, Glendale, Calif. Surviving are his widow, Millie and a sister, Mrs. Lillian Mae Henry of Muskogee, Okla. Stephen "Corby" Korbelak, 54, died on the SS Robert E. Lee (Water­ man) on July 16 off Haldia, India near Calcutta. Brother Korbelak joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1962 sailing as a bosun and deck delegate. He sailed 28 years. And he sailed with the MSTS from 1951 to 1954. Seafarer Korbelak was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War 11 sailing as a bosun/ mate 2nd class on the U.S.S. Sangamon and landing craft coxswain. He was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign medal and the ETO Campaign medal with two battle stars. Korbelak was past post commander of American Legion Post 1386, Brooklyn from 1960 to 1961. He was an AB grad of the U.S. Merchant Service School, Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, N.Y., an aircraft machinist and a member of ILA Local 127. Bom in Brooklyn, he was a resident there. Burial was at sea off the port of Mobile. Surviving is his mother, Helen of Brooklyn, N. Y. Lyie D. Clevenger, 64, died from injuries sustained when a storm wave hit him on the deck 6f the SS Joseph Hewes (Water­ man) on Mar. 6 on the high seas between Japan and Korea. Brother Clevenger joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician. He was born in Iowa and was a resident of Galveston. Surviving are his widow, Nela and his father, Charles of Mobridge, S.D. Pensioner Robert Francis "Frencby" D' Ferrafiet, 52, died on July 20. Broth­ er D' Ferrafiet joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of Tampa sailing as an AB and deck delegate. He sailed 33 years. Seafarer D'Fcrrafiet walked the picketline in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor strike. A native of Pennsyl­ vania, he was a resident of Chalmette, La. Surviving are his widow, Frances of Crosby, Tex.; two stepdaughters, Melanie and Dorothy and his father, Louis. Pensioner John Joseph Devine, 70, passed away on July 30. Brother Devine joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of New York sailing as a deck engineer. He was born in New York City and was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Surviving is a brother, Leo of Long Beach, L.L, N.Y. Pensioner William Earl Evift, 72, died of heart disease at home in New Orleans on June 18. Brother Evitt joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1951 sailing as a chief engineer and chief electrician. He sailed for 44 years. Seafarer Evitt was born in Kensington, Ga. Cremation took place in St. John Crematory, New Orleans. Pensioner James Henry Hayes, 84 died of a heart attack in the U.S. Veterans Ad ministra­ tion Medical ^ ^ ^ Center, Durham, N.C. on June 6. Brother Hayes joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a quartermaster. He sailed 32 years and during World War 11. Seafarer Hayes was an infantry veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 1. Born in Wilkes County, N.C., he was a resident of North Wilkesboro, N.C. Interment was in Mountainlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Wilkes County. Surviving are his widow, Esther; three daughters, Mrs. Rex Whitington of Miller's Creek, N.C., Mrs. Carl Wood of Marydel, Md. and Mrs. Ray McNeil of Reno, Nev.; nine grandchildren and three great­ grandchildren. �390,000 DWT UST Pacific Christened:Will Crew in Nov. T HE title, "biggest ship ever built in the Western Hemi­ sphere," now has to be shared. Move over, UST Atlantic, your younger sister UST Pacific has just been launched at the New­ port News Shipyard in Virginia! The SIU will crew the vessel in November. In christening ceremonies held at the shipyard on Sept. 8, the traditional champagne bottle was aptly wielded by Mrs. Frances Mein De Bretteville, officially welcoming the UST Pacific into the small family of Ultra Large Crude Carriers (ULCC's). The SIU was represented at the christening by Executive Vice President Frank Drozak. Shell Oil will be the long-term charterer of the Pacific, as well as the Atlantic. Both ships are owned by United States Trust (whence comes the "UST" in the name), and both are operated by Interocean Management Corp. Having an overall length of 1,187 feet, a beam of 228 feet, and measuring 95 feet from keel to main deck, the UST Pacific, like her sistership, will have a hauling capacity of 390,000 deadweight tons, 20 times that of a T-2 tanker. The launching of the UST Pacific is a bright spot in an otherwise dismal merchant ma­ rine picture. Congressman Paul S. Trible, Jr. (R.-Va.), a friend of maritime, emphasized this fact in his remarks at the launching ceremony. "Not only are we today forced to rely on foreign sources for our critical and strategic raw mate­ rials," said Trible, "but we're also forced to rely on foreign ships to bring them to our shores." Speaking of the erosion of the U.S. shipping industry, of the forecasted closure of several more U.S. shipyards in the next few years, and the diminishing strength of the U.S. Navy, Trible called for a "comprehensive maritime policy that will contri­ bute to a healthy economy and a strong America." This QMED can count on great future. ' ... The 390,000 dwt UST Pacific wil be taking on her SIU crew sometime in November. The UST Pacific shares the honor of being the largest vessel ever built in the Western Hemisphere with her sistership, the UST Atlantic, also manned by SIU members. "The centerpiece of any policy Yes, the UST Pacific will to revitalize America's merchant provide more jobs for SIU marine and shipbuilding indus­ members (when she crews up in tries," suggested Trible,"must be November), but neither she nor legislation to encourage and her sister will advance the U.S. in facilitate bilateral ocean cargo the standings of the major mari­ sharing agreements." time nations. Nor will it affect, The launching of the UST much, our actual participation in Pacific, for the sheer size of the • hauling our own ocean-borne commerce. ship alone, was an impressive event. It serves also as a positive Not much will actually change, as far as the U.S. maritime commentary on the potential of the U.S. maritime industry. But, industry is concerned, until the as far as the overall picture goes, U.S. gets it together to launch a the real significance stops there new policy that does a lot more —as mere potential. than those we've seen so far. S/U Sees Big Need for Improved Medical Care At Sea He knows diesel engines . . . He's ready for the diesel-powered ships that are coming off the ways. He's got job security for today and tomorrow. You can have it. too. Just take the diesel engines course for QMED's at HLS. It starts November 26. Fill out the application in this issue of the Log and mail it to HLS. Sign up now! Contact HLS or your SIU Representative. Recent data has been gathered suggestions. He also promised to showing the cost to the U.S. supply the Committee with data on merchant marine of repatriating ill repatriation costs of ill and injured or injured seamen. This information seamen. In sending that information last adds weight to the SIU's argument that maritime workers need better month to the Committee Chairman John Murphy (D-N.Y.), Mollard at-sea medical care. In data provided to the Union by wrote, "This data points up the costs numerous U.S.-fIag shipping com­ incurred by the United States panies, transportation and medical Merchant Marine due to inadequate costs for the ill or injured seaman shipboard medical care." He added, "As we noted in our were taken into account as well as testimony, we believe the Coast costs for his replacement. The SIU asked the companies for Guard's poor record of promulgat­ this information as the result of ing occupational safety and health Congressional hearings held in regulations in the maritime industry June. The hearings concerned the contributes directly to these costs." In the letter, Mollard said that the Public' Health Service system. They were held before the House Mer­ repatriation figures showed that chant Marine and Fisheries Com­ Congress should take the following "preventative action": mittee. 1. Improve shipboard medical Speaking before the Committee, SIU Washington Representative care through better medical training Chuck Mollard praised the PHS of certain shipboard personnel. 2. Establish an improved system system. He also pointed out the Union's of communication between ships at successful fight to keep it operating. sea and the PHS. 3. Authorize a Committee request He then said, "We can now turn to the more constructive issue of health to the Coast Guard that it end its care and the health needs of U.S. delays in promulgating occupa­ tional safety and health rules for maritime workers." Mollard made a number of United States shipping. September 1979 / LOG / 37 �He% an Ambassador of Good Will on LNG Run T HE U.S. merchant fleet's two-year-plus involvement in the transportation of liquid natural gas from Indonesia to Japan has meant a lot of things to a lot of people. To Indonesia, it has meant a much needed boost to the coun­ try's economy as well as creation of jobs for some of its unem­ ployed. To thousands and thousands of people in Japan, it means the assurance of ample supplies of clean energy for industry and homes. To the American merchant A local inhabitant of Bontang. marine, it is a tremendous break­ through in a new concept in much, much more than just a job. marine transportation. Already, It is an opportunity to meet and 10 LNG carriers, built in Ameri­ mingle with new people. It is a can yards, are in service under the chance to visit and learn about U.S. nag. This makes the U.S. other cultures. To SIU member LNG fleet the largest-suph fleet in Bill Mullins, the LNG business is the world—with more to come. an adventure. Since all of these LNG's are Bill Mullins, 24, in so many crewed by SIU members, LNG ways is a typical seaman. He transportation means jobs and doesn't like to be in any one place job security for the SIU member­ for too long a time. He has the ship. wanderlust in him and is just as But to at least one seaman who happy leaving a port as he is makes his living in the LNG run coming into one. from Indonesia to Japan, it is But Bill makes the absolute most of his time ashore. He loves people and tries to get to know them, their language and their lifestyles. With this desire in him, the Indonesia to Japan run, espe­ cially the Indonesia half, is a bonanza. Bill was part of the original crew of the LNG Gemini. The regular run of the vessel is from Bontang or Sumatra, Indonesia to one of four unloading sites in Japan. The run is usually five days to Japan, one day in port, then five days back to Indonesia and one day in port there. Bill makes the most of his shore time, especially in Bontang. He says, "the people are beautiful. They're friendly and they do their best to treat you nice and make you feel wanted." The LNG Gemini is a particu­ larly fond sight to the people of Bontang, a smallish village in jungle-like surroundings. Homes and shops are for the most part built on stilts to keep above water during the rainy season. Bill says that the Gemini crew did their best to return the good feelings to the people of Bontang. Many crewmembers have been invited to dinner at the homes of townspeople as a gesture of friendship. Homes aren't the only things on stilts in Bontang, Indonesia. So are kids as shown Last Thanksgiving was cele­ by this smiling youngster. Note stilts are brated ashore with a baseball made of two sticks and coconuts. 38 / LOG / September 1979 game between our guys and an Indonesiah team. We lost. Bill offers no excuses. J To his credit. Bill has a pocket English-Indonesian dictionary. His efforts to speak the native language have helped to break down barriers of fear or mistrust of Americans. Bill is very conscious of the customs and ways of other people. He also realizes that the people of other countries, espe­ cially developing nations, have a basic fear and—in many cases— dislike of America. In this regard. Bill also realizes that the actions of an American seaman in a foreign nation reflects back on all Americans and the United States as a nation. In many ways, Bill Mullins feels that the role of an American seaman overseas is that of an ambassador of good will. And he tries his best, because of his basic love for his fellow man, to fulfill this role. So far. Bill Mullins, a young Just a short distance from Bontang is the loading site for the LNGs. Note the ice on the lines as the 287 degree below zero liguified gas is loaded into the LA/G Gemini's tanks. v, able seaman from Dallas, Texas, has done a fine job. [Photos taken by Seafarer Bill Mullins in Bontang, Indonesia.] Kids are kids no matter where they are. And this group of Bontang youngsters don't seem camera shy either. < r r' i* ,1 _ t. I' f Bill Mullins, left, with a shipmate are shown on the deck of LNG Gemini. �Help . }i • '1 PN>C . \w-'- A Friend Deal <V' With Alcoholism Alcoholics don't have friends. Because a friend wouldn't let another man blindly travel a course that has to lead to the destruction of his health, his job and his family. And that's where an alcoholic is headed. Helping a fellow Seafarer who has a drinking problem is just as easy—and just as important—as steering a blind man across a street. All you have to do is take that Seafarer by the arm and guide him to the Union's Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, Md. Once he's there, an alcoholic SIU member will receive the care and counseling he needs. And he'll get the support of brother SIU members who are fighting the same tough battle he is back to a healthy, productive alcohol-free life. The road back to sobriety is a long one for an alcoholic. But because of ARC, an alcoholic SIU member doesn't have to travel the distance alone. And by guiding a brother Seafarer in the direction of the Rehab Center, you'll be showing him that the first step back to recovery is only an arm's length away. Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center I am interested in attending a six-week program at the Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center. I understand that all my medical and counseling records will be kept strictly confidential, and that they will not be kept anywhere except at The Center. Name Book No. Address (Street or RFD) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone No. ..., Mail to: THE CENTER Star Route Box 153-A Valley Lee, Md. 20692 or call, 24 hours-a-day, (301) 994-0010 September 1979 / LOG / 39 �Keep US Shipshape We Need A Space In Washington OfficijI Public J tion of ihf Seafarers Inirrnilional* Union • All jntk . (»ulf. LOG jod Inland Walcrv Disirii t • Af I. CIO SEPTEMBER 1979 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1979 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SENATE VOTES ‘YEA’ TO BRING BACK U.S. PASSENGER SHIPS HOUSE VOTES TO BAN ALASKA OIL EXPORTATION SIU WINS LANDMARK DECISION IN YELLOWSTONE CASE LOG, SKIPJACK WIN ILPA AWARDS UNIONS OPPOSE AMENDMENTS TO MARITIME BILL SEAFARER SAVES SHIPMATE ON SS SANTA MARIANA SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA IS AT STAKE IN NEW BILL BILATERAL TRADE PACTS WORK: U.S. NEEDS MORE OF THEM SIU HOLDS CONTRACT CONFABS FOR ACBL BOATMEN ON THE AGENDA IN CONGRESS… PASSENGER SHIPS BILL STALLED IN HOUSE; SENATE GIVES THE GO-AHEAD MARAD AND INDUSTRY SPOKESMEN GIVE LIMITED SUPPORT TO HOUSE ‘OMNIBUS’ MARITIME BILL MARAD RELEASES REPORT ON POOLING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN U.S. AND BRAZIL PROPOSED TANK BARGES DESIGN RULES CARTER EXPECTED TO NAME HILDALGO NAVY SECRETARY BOATMEN ON NATIONAL FLAG SAVE A LIFE SIU REP BOATMEN INJURED ON TOW SIU’S LEO BONSER ELECTED V.P. OF FLORIDA AFL-CIO FRAGMENTED MARITIME POLICY A CONSTANT PROBLEM TO U.S. FLEET SIU CREWS INDIANA HARBOR, 1,000-FT. ‘MIRACLE’ LOCKS & DAM 26 TRIAL BEGINS AFTER CARTER SEES RIVER JAM PAUL HALL OFFERS ENERGY CRISIS SOLUTIONS TO NATIONAL RADIO AUDIENCE ON LABOR DAY EUROPE, JAPAN BURN (LNG) AS U.S. FIDDLES WITH POLICY MEANY: HUMAN RIGHTS IS BASIS OF TRADE IN UNION STRUGLLES AMERICAN LAUNCHES 728 FOOTER; WILL BE CREWED IN ‘80 MANHATTAN ISLAND DREDGING NEAR MANHATTAN ISLAND LET’S GET THE MINING SHOW ON THE ROAD ADVENTURS OF THE R/V ANTON BRUUN, PART II WORKING IN TANK OR CONFINED SPACE CAN BE KILLER AL BERNSTEIN: A SEAMEN, A CHARACTER, A PRINCE 390,000 DWT UST PACIFIC CHRISTENED: WILL CREW IN NOV. SIU SEES BIG NEED FOR IMPROVED MEDICAL CARE AT SEA HE’S AN AMBASSADOR OF GOOD WILL ON LNG RUN Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1979 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 41, No. 9 1979 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/74623e85f26117cfd27bf5215e293279.PDF 4dc625d5b10700fc68777765a1b3f3e5 PDF Text Text >r-- - -- ''•'i- 1 • • i •• -^sy:'' •hi'i • i'/ • 4/ • •...•5H: |.. ;.1: , -'C h •v•^ • • /;jr.. hi" " VOL NQ NQ. 99 „ Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union • Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District • AFL-c-iO SEIffEiVIBER 1980 i»QW>irimit' )':tMMB:.-4fcaMP8aMa5gaKa^giw^ AFL-CIO Announces Support for Corter-Mondole Ticket p-g. 5 y , • A Look at Jimmy Carter's Record on MariHme pag, 7 • • t-i. . ?, • • -t !' - h ;• j V,; • - . : L'-;L : • . - ,. • . - • , — . •' iL:- TJtr>'.' . - -^LJSiSiSteTL • -•^2 . �. - ;;r'r ^sidENi's REPORT HERE'S only one way to find out how good or bad'you have it. Compare! For us to get a true reading, we must compare three things. How does our Union stack up today as opposed to 10 years ago? How do our jobs and contracts compare to the rest of U.S. maritime labor? How does our job security picture look when put up next to the rest of the nation's unionized workers? In all three areas, we stack up pretty damn good. Ten years ago, as the Vietnam War wound down, the SIU deep sea fleet numbered 134 vessels. A lot of them were old and ready for the scrap heap. Shipping was tough not only for the "B"guys, but for "A" seniority people as well. Today, there's a big difference. We are now crewing over 210 ships. Most of them are new, modem high technology vessels. We have more than one job for every "A" book man. Shipping in general is very good for all ratings. No other seagoing union can say that. In addition to advancement in the deep sej^ area, we have made great strides forward in the inland waterway industry. Our jobs and our contracts today are second to none. We arp continually advancing the level of importance and responsibility of the seaman's job. SIU members today, in large part thanks to the Lundeberg School, are better trained and more highly skilled professionals than ever before. And our contracts reflect this. We are making top level wages for the work we perform, and they're going to get better. In relation to job security, we are in very good shape despite a weak economy and high unemployment. Unionized workers in other industries, such as the auto. Steel, . .r rubber, clothing and shipbuilding, are having very difficult times. Their main concern is not contractual gains any more. It is job security. SIU members, though, enjoy top job security. And we have been able to maintain this security while making big steps forward in our contracts. There are very few organizations that can make this same claim. Our goal now is to continually build on what we have achieved to protect our interests and advance even further. Our job security is strong. But we want it stronger. Our contracts are the best, but we want them better. As always, reaching these objectives will not be easy. We have always had to fight for the good things. WeVe had to fight to hang on to them. And weH have to fight to continue to move forward. But we have a good organization. We have the people and the tools to get the job done. We have a good program lined up for the future. We are very actively campaigning for the Carter-Mondale ticket. President Carter, in recent weeks, had repeatedly stated his commitment to a strong maritime industry. In addition, we are working, to gain a bigger role for the private merchant fleet in support and supply of the U.S. Navy. We are working to achieve a program guaranteeing a fair share of future U.S. coal exports for American ships. We are also deeply involved in the fight to win a fair bilateral shipping agreement with mainland China—an agreement that would reserve at least one third of the cargoes moving between the U.S. and China for U.S. ships. Again, though, no one is going to hand these things to us unless we fight for them. , We are totally committed to these struggles. We put forth our best effort every day. We are seeing results in every aspect of our Union, our contracts and the level of our job security. Brothers, you only get what you're big enough to take in this world. I say we're big enough to take it! Constitutional Amendmept on Regular Dues Following is the complete text of a resolution sulunitted by the SIUA GLIWD Executive Board calling for a constitutional amendment concerning dues. The resolution was initially sub' mitted to.the membership for action at the regular membersh^ meeting at Headquarters on Sqpt. 8, 1980. The r^c^bition was overwhdmingfy passed by the membership. It is .likewise being presented to the membership at all other regular monthly membership meetings in September for action by the mem­ bership. The constitutional amendment concerning tbtes will then tqtpear on the ballot for final action by the membership in November and December. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, oiir regular dues presently in the sum of $200.00 yearly as provided for in Article V, Section 1(a) of our Constitution, has remained unchanged for many years, and WHEREAS, notwithstanding the membership's adoption several years ago of working dues related to days worked, in addition to such regular dues as provided in Article VI, Section 1(b) of our Constitution, costs of our Union operations have increased over the comparable years in percentage amounts in excess of •ifci 4^:r such working dues increase, and WHEREAS, in order to dis­ charge the Union's responsibilities to the membership it is necessary that our Union receive increased revenue so as to provide necessary and competent personnel and facili­ ties as well as to preserve and further the Union's interest as an institution for the membership's benefit, and WHEREAS, inflation the past several years has increased most substantially and it appears reasonably to continue for future years, necessitating that provision be now made to accommodate to the results of such future events, and WHEREAS, it appears most fair and appropriate that any dues increases bear relationship to wage increases inclusive of cost of living increases negotiated by the Union for the membership, and WHEREAS, such dues increases to be most fair and appropriate' should be equal percentagewise with a maximum annual increase, to the percentage of suqh negotiated wage increases inclusive of cost of living increases so that if wage increases and/or cost of living increases are received by the membership in an amount for example of 9%, then the dues exclusive of dues related to days worked, shall be increased by 9%, and WHEREAS, as stated, there should be a maximum percental to which dues shall be increased in any consecutive twelve months and which shall not be more than 10% annually over that in effect in the previous consecutive twelve months, and WHEREAS, until otherwise de­ cide by the membership as Consti­ tutionally provided, such percentage increases of dues exclusive of dues related to days worked should take place at a time when such wage increases inclusive of cost of living increases occur, and WHEREAS, in the interest of sound administrative procedures, such increases in dues, however, should not occur until the first' calendar quarter immediately following the effective date of any such increases inclusive of cost of living increases, and WHEREAS, your Executive Board Jias carefully reviewed this matter and unanimously agreed that the adoption of this Resolution is in the best interests of the membership and the Union and have authorized Vice President Leon Hall to submit this Resolution on behalf of your unanimous Executive Board as, a proposed amendment to our Constitution and particularly Article V, Section 1(a), to be voted upon by our membership all in the manner provided by our Constitution for Constitutional amendments. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RE­ SOLVED: Article V, Section 1(a) of our Con­ stitution shall be amended to read as follows: **(8) dues annually in the sum of $200.00 which shall be paid in equal quarterly amounts on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, except as herein otherwise provided, and such dues shall be increased from time to time by percentages equal to the percentage of negotiated wage increases in^ elusive of cost of living increases but not more than 10% annually over dues then in effect as provided in this paragraph (a) during the previous twelve months, and such dues inclusive of such percentages amounts, shall be payable in equal calen­ dar quarterly amounts no later than the first business day of the calendar quarter commencing with the first calendar quarter immediately following any such increases, except as herein otherwise provided, and" Fraternally Submitted By the Executive Board By: Leon Hall Vice President, Atlantic Coast Change of address cards on Form 3579 should be sent to Seafarers International Union. Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District AFL-CIO 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. Published monthly. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn. N.Y. Vol. 42, No. 9, September 1980. (ISSN #0160-2047) 2 / LOG / September 1980 - V. - •||r �Elect Drozak to N. Y. AFL-CIO Exec Bd. .. i - - IU Pres dent Frank Drozak , has bee11 electe to the Executive Board. of the New York State AFL.;.CJQ. The York laudeo the AFL,..CIO's Committee on Political Educa­ tion (COPE) saying, "the most valuable geni you .could have ... Federation )Vas meeting at the (is) a button for COP.E." Concord Hotel in Upstate New Carey al!!O lamented labor's York late last. month on the loss since the last "'Convention of occasion of.. its 21st Constitu­ those "men .who walked among tional Convention atthe time of us ...giants among giaQts ... that Drozak's �Jection. great trinity of George Meany, A. The election of President Philip Randolph and Paul Hall." Drozak to the State's powerful 'these three men were some of the Executive Board is significant most important leaders labor because it gives the SIU and all of ever wilt have. ''Th¢y> gaye us maritime labor a direct and inspit�tiq11 �uid d1edicat.ion/' . influential voice in all of the rey aid: : . y ��,,;-e·The ·final. guest. to ap.pear Federation's policy decisions. before the. Convention was APL-· New ·York State's contingent to the AFL..CIO carries a go9d d� ClQ President Lane. Kirkland. ·The. h e a d of tbe National of weight with the national FranJcDrozak _Jederation beca.u Federation was adamant ih his the Lane, Kirkland .. state organization in the AFL­ support for Jimmy Carter and The. last o.rder of business fqr great leader and I respected and the Convention before adjourn� organized labor's role in the admired him. I will strive to carry CIO repres.enting. over two reelection process: "Do not be ing was to elect its executive m llion worker ; . . on with the tremendous 'work officers. Unsurprisingly R,ay misled by polls and premature that he did f or the, American ln relD�ks to the Convention Corbett, the New York St'l,te prophecies. I 'have a faith .in the worker;{' delegates� .President Drozak · AFL-CIO Pteside.nt since 1962, praised the late SIU President. Among t h e m.,any· o t h er people of this federation ... that Paul Hall. Drozak spoke of speakers to addre� the Conven• has never been disappointed." a nd S e cret ary-T re a surer E . Howard M.Qlinari were reelected. H a ll' s ��deep a11fii.'.·lifeJong tion was Vice President Waltei:. "For labor there is no choice ug Jhe,;e was � mattering Altho M b ndaJe: . copnnitment to the Ame r i can but Jimtrly , rter. . Blue coliat . Mondaje. wa on hand to worke. rs did not invent Ronald;. . .of oppo ition to Cor bett i•. �nly labor movement... He al o told 0 e rved to how the,broad-based a�c ep t the; . Y. AFL-CIO's Reagan; They are not . gu ilty 1of embly of how he and Pa1JI . the a and. suppoJ1 he ..worked �ogether.· for 30. years". endor�ement .of the Catter­ Ronald Reagan . He i s ·tJle has within the Federation. . 'fhe and how Han taught him "the ins Mondale ticket· and·also to get in product -of corporat� .America. . cheers of"... we \vant Corbett� . . . and �mts of politics and . i ts a fe w d i gs on the GOP's Preaching h�J anti-labor propawe want Corbett ... " mu t till be ganda along th airwav and Pre identi I hopeful Ronald importance to labor." lrt c.onclu ion Pre ide nt re ounding through the halls of along t h e •rubber ch ick en Reagan. . '' the _<;o.nvention cente r.. ::'. ,. Drozak said, •paul Hall was 'a ···Governor arey of . �w . circuit of the country." · S d · · · · . eit is largest i · · · . · · · � ' overWhelming: · Hugh · 1 Upgrad�rs. to Be Reimbursed for Transport To and From Piney Point·. Thinking·about going to Piney B o a rd o f Tru s t ee s o f t h e Piney Point, h� can now apply and Lexington Park. · · Point for an upgrading course? Can't afford the transportation costs? Now, all SIU members headed for any upgrading couI"Se at HLS are entitled to reimburse­ ment for economy class trans�or­ tation costs to and from Piney Point, provided.they successfully complete the course. The transportation reimburse:"' ment applies to all Seafarers and Bo�tmen beginning a pt:ogram at HLS·· after Sept. I. This brand . new benefit was v oted by the · Lundeberg School in order to better serve the needs . of the Union membership"' Many 'SIU members have indicated in the past that, while they are anxious.to particip�e in upgrading courses, they lack the funds to get to and from Piney P.oint. Thanks to the Trustee's action, tl)is stumbling block to upgrading.has now .been cleared ,away. If a Union · ·member does not have theready cas.h .tQ get to · You must successfully com­ 1or a transportation loan from the Union. See the Port Agent in, plete your upgrading course �o be your home pott and he will eligible for this reimbursement. advance you the economy class fare to and ft()m Piney Point. Lakes Seafarers When you have successfully Get COLA completed; the cours e y ou 'r e Effective Aug. 1, 1980, G r e t 'ta kiµg a� . HLS,. . the transporta­ Lakes SIU members working urtde.r tion loan Will be cancelled. YOU contracts with the Great Lakes will not owe · anything for your Association· of Ma.ril1e Operatots e conom.y class, r ou n d - t r ip and Kinsman received 26 transportation. . . cents. pel' hour costoUiving add..on. If yovb�ve the 'money on hand When added to tlie. 54 cents per fo ·pay y{)ur o\Vn. fare to Piqey hour COLA Great Lakes �aJ-.ers Poitjt, YQU art:} still en.titled to the- ha"Ve l ready receiVed so· far this reim bursemellt. Onee you have . year, the tota) J980 adj ustm en t successfully fin.ashed that course, . comes to SO cents per hour. you can submit your .tran8pprta­ Tbese COLA'S are computed Oil tion bill to the Seafarers Welfare the. I>� of the quarterly Consumer Price. Index. . Fol" twfty ,3 point. rise Plan and you will be reimbursed. i n the Index� Great Lakes Seafarers The Board of Trustees action receive a c:me eenf .per hour add--On. on transportation costs covers: . Under .the SlU's new collective • round:..t rip economy•class bargeinfnt agreement witb Bob-Lo plan�.:,, train or. bus fare to and Co., seamen on BolJ...Lo's passenger from Piney Point for Seafarers ferries will ..•now also be rec,eiving and Boatmen enrolled .in any COtA adjustments. They recei"Ved upgrading course at HLS after the 5ame 26 cents per hour add-on• Sept. 1; . GLAMO and Kinsman .· Seatarers • bus fare from the airport to effective Aug. 1. As of Jan. 1, 1981, and from_Lexington Park, Md., the 1980 COLA's will be rolled into and cab fare betwee� Piney Point base. hourly waae rates. Hike · ·Lines a a· a · · . Come to HLS, . · . Upgrad�.td AB. · Course starts November 6 tf?rougb December.4 · · · September 1980 I LOG I 3 ' \ - · �. -n T Historic Bilcitorcil Trode Pre#** HE fortunes of the U.S. must still be formallj^ signed by Tn® "i" formal bv assures vessel. of each nation v. "PCt assures the the vessels flag merchant fleet took a both nations, such formalization "accelerated" access to the ports been working for such trading major step forward this month as is considered largely ceremonial agreements between the U.S. and of the other. Also covered were our trading partners for many the United States and the and IS expected to take place in People's Republic of China Washington by the end of the tonnage duties and the treatment years in the belief that bilateral of U.S. seamen, but no details on trading pacts are a key to the announced agreement on a month. these provisions have, as yet, history-making pact governing revival of the American merchant Commerce Secretary Klutz­ been announced. cargo sharing and port access .fleet. nick called the cargo sharing Since U.S.-Chinese negotia­ between the two nations. The Carter Administration has agreement "historic" adding that The shipping agreement, It will foiTO a firm foundation: tions began, the Carter Admini­ stood by their commitment and stration has promised to seek a which is similar to the 1972 for the equitable participation by cargo sharing arrangement which • the successful conclusion of the bilateral trading pact between the U.S./China trading pact, which the U.S. and PRC merchant entitles the U.S.-flag fleet to an U.S. and the Soviet Union, makes the jobs and job security of fleets in the burgeoning trade equitable share of the lucrative guarantees a one-third share of U.S. seamen a top priority, is the moving between our two coun­ U.S./PRC trade. The SIU has result. U.S./China trade to the national tries." fleets of each country with the U.S./China trade is expected remaing cargo open for bids from to total about $4 billion this year third-flag carriers. and to rise to at least $10 billion The accord was scored as a by 1985. major victory for both the Carter The trading pact was hamAdministration, which has been mered out during a series of negotiating for such an agree- * meetings between U.S. and ment since mid-1979, and for the Chinese negotiating teams, SIU. The Union has been begun in the spring of 1979.' working hard to make sure that when the door to trade with Samuel B. Nemirow, assistant China was opened, the U.S.-flag secretary of commerce for fleet and U.S. seamen would play maritime affairs, headed the U.S. delegation. Doug Huamin, a substantial role in it. According to Secretary of director of the Foreign Affairs Commerce Philip Klutznick the Bureau of the PRC's Ministry of Communications led the Chinese cargo sharing and port access team. agreement was initialled by U.S. In addition to the 30-30-30 Shipping) leads the Ship's Committee and a crew h and Chinese negotiators in Bergsvik, Engine Delegate NaDoleon Rivp^ r?o^tfn ) OS Gary cargo sharing arrangement, the Peking on Sept. 4. While the pact Educational Director Anthony Potts The shin S.Johnson and U.S:/Chinese trading pact Brooklyn. N.Y.^ ^ P^'d off on Aug, 13 at Pier 12, Point Marge Committee \ -r I T was an unusual sight. Four brand new tugs side by side at City Dock 4 in Houston, Tex. The occasion was the recent mass christening of the four boats, all contracted to the SIU. These four boats mean more jobs for SIU Boatmen. Thre^of them will be run by G&H Towing and one by Bay Houston Towing. The three G&H boats are; Barbara Neuhaus; Mark K, and W.D. Haden, 11. The Bay Houston boat is the Capt. W.D. Haden. The Capt. W.D. Haden is a - •w-t,'-. .. .. Chrfeitenod in Houston FAVVY -W - ^ New Orleans, La., the boat has a 4,200 horsepower diesel electric engine. She's 105 feet in length has a beam of 35 feet, and a draft of 16 feet. Of the three G&H tugs, two—the Barbara Neuhaus ^ rr will do and Mark K—were built at offshore towing. Built in the.Diamond shipyard in Halte^^rine Shipyard in Savannah, Ga. The W.D. Haden, H was built in the & i A' McDermott Shipyard in Morgan City, La. All three will do shipdocking and other harbor work in the Galveston-Texas City, Tex. area as are their new sister boats. Titan, Laura Haden, and Denia. The tugs are all 88 feet long, have a beam of 32 feet a draft of 16 feet, and a horsepower of 3,000. -•I ..r ens.es,U-con,.c,ea,vpo.„e. 4 / LOG / September 1980 ' • -V ;• W.O. HaaenZhich'is opTaTed '"S '"9 CapO/n uy oiu contracted Bay Houston Towing. �''*' • yLa-'t't -'^4 ' 'v.4s.; •jisi AFL-CIO: Carter-Mondale Labor's ^Choice' Republican Platform Labeled 'Retreat to America's Pasf T T'HE AFL-CIO will cam­ paign vigorously for the reelection of President Jimmy Carter, calling him the "clear choice for labor." The Carter-Mondale ticket won the strong support of the AFL-CIO Executive Council at its summer meeting in Chicago in late August. Then on Sept. 4, 1980 the Federation's General Board voted its endorsement for the Democratic team. Labor's support of Carter, coupled with the campaigning of Sen. Edward Kennedy for the President, has considerably boosted the popularity of the Carter-Mondale ticket in the opinion polls. Shortly after the Republican House Speaker Thomas "Tip" O'Neill, center, holds hands aloft of victors President Carter and Vice President Mondale at Convention in July, Ronald the Democratic Convention in New York last month. The AFL-CIC has endorsed the Carter-Mondale ticket. Reagan looked like a sure bet. Carter was way down in the polls. Mondale ticket has the look of a Carter in '76 and plans to do the Party platform one which "pre­ scribes specific programs to meet And Reagan was riding the crest winner. same in November. of national media coverage of the In announcing its support for specific problems" confronting However, there are many Republican Convention. Carter-Mondale, the AFL-CIO the nation and its workers. borderline states where labor The Council branded Ronald Executive Council labeled the The tide began turning during will be working extremely hard to Republican platform as "con-, Reagan as an enemy of working the Democratic Convention in insure victory for Carter. These early August, especially after Ted servative throughout...reaction­ people, and stated that a Reagan states include Ohio, Illinois, New Kennedy buried the political ary at times... and a retreat into victory in Novemb'er "would turn York, Pennsylvania and New America and its government hatchet and announced his America's past." Jersey. support for Carter. On the other hand, the Exec. away from solving the pressing ' I At the present tim.e, the CarterLabor turned the tide for Council called the Democratic problems this nation faces." AFL-CIO Exec. Bd. Hails Paul Hall's Achievements CHICAGO, ILL.—The AFLCIO Executive Council launched its summer meeting here with a special tribute to the memory of SIU President Paul Hall. Senior vice president of the Executive Council at the time of his death last June, Hall was hailed by the Council for his "integrity, hon­ esty and commitment to improv­ ing the lot of workers." "His dedication to trade union principles," the Council's state­ ment continued, "and fervent belief in free trade unionism inspired his union, this federation and all who came in contact with him." The Council made its state­ ment on Aug. 20, Paul Hall's birthday. He would have been 66. Below is the complete text of the AFL-CIO Executive Coun­ cil's statement on the late Paul Hall. Statement by the AFL-CIO Executive Council on PAUL HALL Chicago, 111. August 20, 1980 Whereas, our ifriend and brother, Paul Hall, the president of the Seafarers International Union and the senior member of this Council, has died; and Whereas, his dedication to trade union principles and fer­ vent beliefs in free trade unionism inspired his union, this federation and all who came in contact with him; and Whereas, Paul Hall's career in the labor movement reflected the highest standards of integrity, honesty and commitment to improving the lot of all Workers; and Whereas, his wisdom coun­ seled us and his friendship enriched us; and Whereas, the leadership of Brother Hall within this Council and as chairman of the Economic Policy Committee and our con­ vention's Resolutions Committee was reflected in our decisions and our commitment to social and economic justice; now therefore be it Resolved, that the Executive Council of the AFL-CIO mourns the tragic death of Paul Hall, a brother who earned our respect and love; and be it further Resolved, that this Council extends to his widow. Rose, and his children our deepest sym- pathy and gratitude for so unsel- resolution be spread upon the fishly sharing this great trade permanent records of the AFLunionist and human being with ^CIO and a suitably engrossed us; and be it finally copy be presented to his family Resolved, that a copy of this with our condolences. US, Unemployment Stays at 7,8% WASHINGTON, D.C.-The country's unemployment rate stayed at 7.8 percent in July almost un­ changed since May with the jobless rate for blacks, Hispanics and teenagers soaring. Looking for work and not finding it were 8.2 million persons. Most of them, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports, have been job-hunting for at least five weeks. More than 1.9 million workers have been jobless for 15 weeks and longer. Manufacturing unemployment rose'to a 10.3 percent rate up from June's 9.9 percent especially in the clothing, food and textile lines. Auto makers' joblessness remained un­ changed at a hefty 25 percent! Construction unemployment dip­ ped slightly to 16.1 percent from June's 16.5 percent. While the jobless rate for white workers crept up one tenth of 1 percent last month to 6.9 percent, black unemployment rose to 14.2 percent. The Hispanic rate jumped to 10.9 percent. And the teenage jobless rate soared, too. BLS Comm. Janet L. Norwood testified before Congress' Joint Economic Committee that "Adult men have borne the brunt of the increase in joblessness since the recession began in January. Almost two thirds of the increase in unem­ ployment has occurred among adult men." However, the unemployment rate for adult women went up to 6.7 percent from June's 6.5 percent. It's the same rate for adult men. The adult women's increase in the nation's labor force since January was termed by Dr. Norwood as "consistent with what you can expect in a recession. As during a period of declining real income, it is expected that other members of the family enter the work force." Another dark spot in the unem-^ ployment picture was the fact that the figures on those who lost their last jobs were nearly doubled from layoffs, permanent cutbacks and plant closings. It was reported that 3.8 million persons received jobless benefits through state insurance programs during the week of Aug. 2. September 1980 / LOG / 5 A.-.: SS: \..i - J- jix s •• t, . ..k It I -r 1. �SlU Well Represented at Dems' Convention Of the 3,000 Democratic dele­ gates who met in New York City to nominate Jimmy Carter as their party's standard-bearer against Ronald Reagan, nearly 800 belonged to unions and related organizations. Of those 800 people, five were SlU and SlU-affiliated union officials. The five delegates were Ralph Quinnonez (UIW-N.Y.), John Faye (SlU-Phila.), Bill Dobbins (UlW-Ohio), Ed Turner (SIUCalif.), and Felix Francis (UIW- Virgin Islands). The 800 labor delegates repre­ sented a powerful block of voters who could be counted upon to stand up for the rights of Ameri­ can workers. National conventions have been, and continue to be, an important part of the political process. For nearly a week, New York City played host to 3,000 Demo­ cratic delegates who met to nominate a President, fashion a Carter Names Drozak to Top Level Trade Committee WASHINGTON, D.C.—SIU Hall, who passed away on June President Frank Drozak has 22 of this year, had been a been named by President Carter member of this Committee. Early to an important trade committee, in 1976 he was appointed by then Along with 45 other leaders President Gerald Ford. He was from labor, business, education, then reappointed by Carter. Some of the other labor leaders and community groups, Drozak received a Presidential Commis­ on the Committee are: Murray sion to be a member of the Finley, president of the Amal­ Advisory Committee for Trade gamated Clothing & Textile Negotiations (ACTN). His ap­ Workers Union; Douglas Fraser, pointment is for a two-year president of the United Auto Workers, and Lloyd McBride, period. The late SIU President Paul president of the Steelworkers. party platform and discuss press­ ing national issues. What was done during the week will have important consequences, not only on the 1980 Presidential election, but on the future course of American domestic and inter­ national policy. The free ex­ change of ideas that occurred at the Democratic Convention will help shape the manner in which Americans view the problems facing this country. It will also shape the way that Americans choose to solve those problems. Fred Summers and Frank* Pecquex, legislative reps for the SIU, were also on hand to meet with delegates to discuss mari­ time related issues. They were able to draw attention to the problems facing the maritime industry and to discuss the importance of such programs as bilateral treaties, more stringent cargo preference laws and in­ creased maritime subsidies. While the maritime industry did not make the front pages of the newspapers, it did receive considerable publicity among the people who count—the delegates at the Democratic Convention, many of whom were highly placed state and local officials who play an important part in shaping American public opin­ ion. The five SIU officials were able to make use of their union's considerable resources in Wash­ ington. They were able to draw upon the expertise of a talented and well-informed research de­ partment, as well as the good-will of the other 800 labor delegates, a substantial number of whom belong to unions associated with the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department. Behind the glamor that one associates with a political con­ vention lies a great deal of hard work. The high-powered, fishbowl atmosphere of a convention is seductive, and so are the parties and the excitement. But the rewards that count are the new contacts that have been made for the maritime industry. It is a slow process, and an inter­ dependent one. There are nu­ merous stops, one of which is the Democratic Convention. Dems Vote Plank to Restore Competitive Fleet NEW YORK, N.V.—Dele­ gates to the Democratic National Convention held here last month pledged action to restore "a strong, competitive and efficient American-flag ocean transporta­ tion system," to the United States. The maritime plank voted into the Party Platform acknow­ ledged the "significant reduction in the ability of our merchant marine to compete for the carriage of world commerce because of economic policies pursued by other nations. Action must be taken," the plank states, —"to revitalize our merchant marine." This nation badly needs an "American-flag ocean transpor­ tation system, staffed with trained and efficient American personnel and capable of carrying a substantial portion of our international trade," the statement reads. To achieve this objective the Democrats called for creation of "a coherent, consistent and responsive maritime policy." While the maritime plank is, of necessity, a short statement of the Party's commitment to rebuild­ ing the U.S.-flag merchant fleet, the statement contains key elements on which a strong, .-•I. 6 LOG , September 1980 active maritime policy can be built. The Platform supports the three elements crucial for the renaissance of our rnerchant marine—a beefed up domestic shipbuilding program "to satisfy the commercial and national security requirements of the U.S.;" employment of American seamen to man the fleet; and ensuring a "substantial portion" of U.S. international trade to our fleet. Those three criteria—U.S. built ships, jobs for American seamen and cargoes to keep the fleet moving—were clearly spelled out for the Democrats by SIU and MTD President Frank Drozak at Platform Committee hearings in June. "It is essential,' Drozak told the Platform Committee, "that the Democratic Party reaffirm President Carter's goal to revitalize our merchant marine." The SIU President stressed that the American merchant fleet must be able to fulfill both its commercial role and its function as a "military auxiliary in time of war or national emergency." Responding to Drozak's testimony on the urgency of restoring the U.S.-fiag merchant fleet and spurred on by congress­ men and senators-who back the SlU's position, the Platform Committee endorsed the mari­ time plank and Convention delegates voted it into the Platform. In addition to promising action towards a viable U.S. maritime policy, the plank pledged "continued commitment to the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 and greater utilization of the private merchant marine by the Navy for its support functions." During the Republican Convention, held in Detroit in July, the GOP adopted a similar maritime plank as part of their Party Platform. Dem Plank on U.S. Maritime I Below is a complete transcript of the pro-maritime plank adopted by the Democratic National Convention last month. "To meet the needs of international commerce and national security, this nation must have a strong, competitive and efficient American-Flag ocean transportation system. In recent years, there has been a significant reduction in the ability of our merchant marine to compete for the carriage of world commerce because of economic policies pursued by other nations. Action must he taken to revitalize our merchant marine. "To achieve this objective, we must develop a coherent, consistent and responsive maritime policy which will encourage the development and maintenance of an American-flag ocean transportation system, staffed with trained and efficient American personnel and capable of carrying a substantial portion of our international trade in a competitive and efficient manner. "Our maritime policy must also lead to the development and maintenance of a domestic shipbuilding and ship repair mobilization base adequate to satisfy the commercial and national security requirements of the United States. Furthermore, we pledge continued commitment to the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 and greater utilization of the private merchant marine by the Navy for its support functions." �• •• 1 Jimmy Garter's Record on Maritime Is Good N ow that the Democratic Convention is over and Jimmy Carter is the official Presidential nominee of his party, you'll find more and more people jumping on his bandwagon. But the SIU has supported Carter for President for nearly a year. This Union was instru­ mental at that time in forming the Labor for Carter Committee. We supported Carter in '76 too. Our reason is simple. We support Carter because of his record on maritime issues. He has been a backer of a strong U.S. maritime industry and that means more job security for Seafarers and Boatmen. Of course more has to be done. But the Union's position is that Carter's record in his first term holds promise for more good things for maritime if he's elected to a second term. Below is a partial list showing Carter's maritime record in his first term. Judge for yourself: which allows the private dredging industry to bid competitively with the Army Corps of En­ gineers. was signed into law by President Carter in 1978. Its purpose is the regulation of the rate-cutting practices of certain state-owned • Legislation to allow the carriers, like the Russians, much needed construction of a operating in the U.S. trades. • On Sept. 29, 1979 Carter new Lock and Dam 26 at Alton," 111. was signed into law by the signed the Export Administra­ President in 1978. When com­ tion Act which bans the export, pleted, this new Lock and Dam sale, or swap of Alaskan crude oil should ease the huge traffic back­ under most circumstances. ups on a vital stretch of the Strongly supported by the SIU, this law, insures that, except Mississippi River. under certain conditions, Alas­ • In 1977 Carter signed legis­ kan crude will be carried on American-flag ships. lation mandating that 50 percent • Just this summer Carter of the oil purchased overseas for a Strategic Petroleum Reserve signed the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act with its Program be carried on U.S.-flag crucial "man American" pro­ ships. visions intact. This law makes • The Ocean Shipping Act sure that American seamen will play a key role in the new sea mining industry. - 'H- • I • President Carter, in 1978, signed into law the Outer Conti­ nental Shelf Lands Act. This Act, which sets regulations for off­ shore drilling of oil and natural gas on the U.S. outer continental shelf, is a landmark law that protects and promotes jobs for Americans in this industry. •h' . 'vr-, • These are the reasons why your Union is supporting Carter. When you go into the voting booth you will be making your own choice for President. But as a Seafarer or Boatman you owe it to yourself to keep the above points in mind. • i' • •i' • f-' •V. • Early in his Presidency^July 1977—Carter came out in sup­ port of a cargo preference bill. This legislation would have required that 9.5 percent of U.S. cargo must be carried on Ameri­ can-flag ships by 1982. The bill was defeated in the House of Representatives. • Carter was a vigorous sup­ porter of the Passenger Ship Bill which he signed into law late last year. This piece of legislation brought passenger ship service back under the American flag. Already the SIU is manning the passenger liner Oceanic Inde­ pendence. • The Carter Administration has consistently backed a healthy maritime budget. Each year strong proposals for appropria­ tions for the Construction and Operational Differential Sub­ sidies and for Title XI of the Merchant Marine Act have come from the White House. Also, earlier this year when big budget cuts were.being recommended in Congress, Carter opposed any cuts in the maritime budget on the grounds of national defense. His stance helped win the battle in the House Budget Committee against cutting maritime monies. • In 1978 Carter signed a bill that clarified Title XI of the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 so that Great Lakes and inland vessel operators would be eligible for mortgage guarantees on the same basis as deep sea operators. • That same year the Presi­ dent sighed Public Law 95-269 • i-yI > .•;V- 'i- . l J 1 • r' ; 4, t •„ V i r ,1 • "j;'-, '^1 September 1980 / LOG / 7 • . �Lundeberg School Proud SI U Diesel Engineers Earn Lifeboat Endorsement Another group of HLSS Trainees achieved Coast Guard endorsements as Lifeboatmen after completing training and passing their examinations. Standing left to right are HLSS Instructor Harry Coyle, Walt Lasshan, Larry Brown, Bob Boulis, Brett Fox, Andy Pierros, Larry Dockery and HLSS Instructor Michael Meredith. Kneeling are George Muller. Ramon Rosario and^Keyin Hearn. Is : .*s • These three Seafarers proudly display Coast Guard endorsements as Assistant Diesel Engineer. All three earned higher ratings through the upgrading courses offered at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg- School. Showing off their, new certificates are (left to right) John Jourdan. Allan Brunet and Glenn Bumpas. Notice to Mariners: Seafarers Earn FOWT Endorsements •• • \' " Us ' Sixteen more SID Seafarers achieved endorsements as Fireman/Oiler/Water^ tender recently after completing training at HLSS and passing Coast'Gukrd examinations. The happy group posed for this photo just before shipping out with their new certificates. In front left to right are Owen Duffy, Larry Winn. Charles Harper. Tony Dawson, Jim.Kuhns and Dave Simmons. Standing left to right are Sverre Paulsen, Phil Neergaard, Dave Picciolo, Rob Hurst; Aubrey Spruill, Jerry Williams, Craig Bell, Maurice White, Tom Caron and Tyler Womack. I J HLSS Lists Schedules For Upgrading Classes The Seafarers Harry JLundeberg School of Seamanship has announced the schedule of upgrading classes for the remainder of 1980. Here are the schedules: October 1980 Diesel (unlicensed rating): Oct. 27-Nov. 21. Diesel (licensed): Oct. 27-Dec. 19. Basic Welding: Oct. 22-Nov.*21. First Class Pilot (inland) Oct. 6-Nov. 14. Quartermaster: Oct. 13-Nov. 7. Steward Recertification: Oct. 13-Nov. 21. "A" Seniority Upgrading: Oct. 6-Oct. 17. Life boat man: Oct. 9-Oct. 23. life' ; 'Oct. 23-Nov. 6. Tankerman: Oct. 9-Oct. 23. Oct. 23-Nov. 6.^ HLSS Graduates Achieve FOWT Endorsements They are all Trainee alumni of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School, and they all passed Coast Guard examinations' recently to earn endorsements as Fireman/Oiler Watertender. Standing left to right are Julio Rodriguez. Earl Doucet. Doug bckles, Keith Mion. Kenny Kent, James Brown, Stephen Gore, Al Guitierrez and HLSS Instructor James Shaffer. Kneeling left to right are Brad Morgan. Mike Langenbach. Deshawn Newsome. Larry Brown. Pat Johnston. Jim Wingate and Al Bracetty. Missing from the photo is Ray Brown. I. FOWT Upgrading Temporarily Suspended I Seamanship. New dates for the FOWT classes will be posted in all ports and will be announced in the LOG when classes resume. -fe <%fs' # J-:' November 1980 '(1 ' ' j' • -• W,: Pumproom Maintenance & Operation: Nov. 10-Dec. 1'9. Able Seaman: Nov. 6-Dec. 4. (This is the last AB class for 1980.) "A" Senibrity Upgrading: Nov. 10-Nov. 21. ' Lifeboatman: Nov. 6-Nov. 20: Nov. 20-Dec. 4 '1""L. T • Tankerman: Nov. 6-Nov. 20. / / Nov. 20-Dec. 4. f 7--' December 1980 Special Notice! Upgrading classes for Fireman /Oiler/Watertender have been suspended temporarily, it is announced by the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of T-i 8 / LOG / September 1980 . -A "A" Seniority Upgrading: Dec. 8-19. Lifeboatman: Dec. 4-Dec. 18. Dec. 18-Jan. 1 Tankerman: Dec. 4-Dec. 18. 7" Dec. 18-Jan. 1. (NOTE: A I! FOWT and LNG classes are suspended until further notice.) �•••V. • • •.•: m in toashinQto . Seafarers liu'crn.uii)iial Union of North Aineriea. AF^.-CIt) September 1980 Legislative. Administrative and Reguiatorv Happenings . lit •| •' :V Labor Behind SIU in Securing Goal Exports for ^HE SlU's position ihat the probriefings for key industry and labor U.S Flag Ships po.sed increase of U.S. coal exports I groups in July—sponsored by the 'r to our allies must include plans for use of U.S. flag ships has drawn the support of the AFL-CIO. In a letter to Dr. John C. Sawhill, -deputy secretary of the Department of Energy, AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland made labor's position on exported coal clear. He stated, "the Merchant Marine Acts of 1936 and 1970 declare that it is the policy of the United States to foster the development of a merchant marine owned and operated under the U.S. flag and composed of vesseJs con.structed in the United States, and this policy should be a major consideration in the deliberations Uf the Interagency Coal Export Task Force." Plans for the expansion of U.S. coal exports were developed recently at a top level meeting in Europe by Pres. Jimmy Carter and the heads of state of six U.S. allies, including Italy, France, Britain, Canada, West Germany and Japan. The leaders pledged to-conserve oil and increase their use of alternative energy sources, mostly coal. They further agreed that the -U.S. would be the "chief producer,and exporter of coal for the international market." Also it was agreed that Jhe Western Europeans and Japan would double or triple their purchases of coal from the U.S. within the next-20 years. This of course means transportation by Initially, there was no talk at all of the use of U.S. flag ships for carriage of any of the coal. That's where t he S1U stepped in and raised strong objections. At Administration—SIU President Frank Drozak made the SIU's position clear. U.S. ships must get their fair share of the cargoes. I. ' Since that time, the Administration has set up tl;ie Interagency Coal Export Task Force. And one of the things the Task Force will study closely is the role of American ships in future coal export plans. • '-f In his letter of support for the SIU's position, AFL-CIO President Kirkland suggests "negotiating bilateral ocean shipping arrangements with our trading partners with respect to coal shipments." He further urged the Task Force "to investigate every avenue to promote the U.S. policy regarding our merchant marine." '4 ' -t 'f • El Paso, Algerian LNG Negotiations Moving Along T HE impasse between El Paso Gas Co. and the Algerian government, which has idled six SlU-contracted El Paso LNG carriers, will hopefully soon be resolved. On-again, off-again negotiations since last March made real progress last month when Algeria dropped its demand from $6 per thousandcubic feet of gas to $3.80. However, the $3.80 figure is nearly $2 higher than the $1.94 El Paso had been paying when Algeria demanded price hiikes. \ Si U legislative representatives, who have been monitoring the negotiations. said that the Algerians appear close to settling the impasse, providing they get a price increase as well ,as technical assistance and training from the U.S. concerning LNG energy development. The Log will keep the membership posted on any new developments concerning the EI Paso vessels. •. ... Seniority Upgraders View SIU Political Action Program 'i •I' d": .d' II • A r" Water Projects Reform Moving Along in Committee T^HE SIU is closely monitoring the X Water Projects Reform legislation, which is presently being marked up by the Water Resources Subcommittee of the Senate Environment Committee. Chairman of the Subcommittee is Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan (D-N.Y.). The legislation would authorize certain water development projects, including deepenin^ the channel in Galveston to accc mmodate deepwater vessels. Lht SIU is mainly concerned with cost sharing proposals which would tack on some heavy money burdens on the industry. Such water projects have traditionally been funded in total by the l ederal government, since such projects benefit the economy and security of the entire nation. ' *• . I U. j »• ' .'f •V /-V'l . -J., .1 ••'••••• .f A recent class of the "A" Seniority Upgrading program liked what they saw during a field trip to Washington, D.C. to view the SIU political action team. Above photo shows Upgraders James Allen, Mark Clark, Michael Donlon, Vincent Guzman, Thomas Kilbride, Jonatharr Haight, James Harris, Daniel Kayser, Robert Seratt and Fred Reyes, Jr., who was accom­ panied by his wife. L 9 , i - September 1980 / LOG / 9 •L" '• . V. �Carter's Statement to AFL-CIO General Bd. On Sept. 4,1980, President Carter appeared at the General Board meeting of the AFL-CIO in Washington, D.C. to accqjt the Labor Federations endorsement of the Carter-Mondale ticket. Of special interest to SlU mem­ bers, President Carter reemphasized his Administration's commUmenl to "strengthen our maritime indus­ try." Bdow is the complete text of the President's statement to the General Board meeting. SlU President Frank Drozak represented the SlU at this meeting. •ii K-' { -^ • r •a- It is an honor as President to meet again with the General Board of the AFL-CIO. I have gotten to know many of you personally, and I have benefitted from your advice. ' Almost four years ago to the day, I met with the General Board. Soon after that, I was elected President, and Fritz Mondale was elected Vice President of the United States. We could not have done that without your help, and Fritz and I will always be grateful. We have regarded that support, not as a gift, but as an obligation to the working families of America. With your help, we are going to renew that contract to serve working Americans. Four years ago, a changing of the guard began. We ended eight years of Republican neglect of pur coun­ try's most complex problems. In­ stead, we began to face up to these problems to tell the American people the truth, and to begin building lasting solutions. These last 3'/i years have not been easy. But they have been creative years. Today we can face the future much better prepared than before. A changing of the guard of a different kind has taken place in the labor movement. We all miss George Meany deeply. For a quarter-century, he embodied the American labor movement. He was the spirit and strength of working America. m t;;i That torch has now passed to the able hands of Lane Kirkland and Tom Donahue. It has fallen to them and to you to carry on the great unfinished work of the labor move­ ment. Change has also come to your Executive Council. I share with you the loss of a man whom I respected as you did, Paul Hall. And I share your pride in congratulating your newest Executive Council members. Bill Konyha, John Sweeney, and Joyce Miller. I share another bond with all of you. As leaders, we are concerned, above all, with the future. Each one of us knows that there are no shortcuts or substitutes for hard work in the struggle for a humane, decent world to pass on to our children. 10 / LOG / September 1980 •^. ^ -J. •• business, and government work together. It wUl not be easy, but you and I realize that it is absolutely essential to have creative ideas from all segments of bur country. This consensus-building must mean that, once and for all, we recognize the legitimate rights of labor. I am still with you for passage of common situs legislation. I will veto any attempt to repeal DavisBacon. I will resist any effort to weaken minimum wage or occupa­ tional safety and health protection, This country needs, and I support. Labor Law Reform. And I will stand with you until we get it pdssed. As I have faced the immense The Polish workers have demon­ economic challenges of this decade, strated something you and I have I cannot forget the great help labor long known—that free trade unions has been. You have helped forge our are a basicinstrument of democracy, nation's first energy policy. As a and that human rights and labor nation, we have learned that we rights are indistinguishable. must reduce our dangerous depen­ I cannot help but believe that the dence on foreign oil. And we have resolve of the Polish workers was cut oil imports by 20 percent. strengthened by the solidarity of free We have begun the immense task trade unions around the world— of rebuilding our nation's energy including the AFL-CIO. base^—creating a new synthetic fuels At home, American labor has industry, using American resources, helped lead this country through a conserving energy, keeping Ameri­ half-century of unprecedented social can capital here, and creating and economic progress. Every millions of American jobs. advance in this half-century—Social When the history of these years is Security, civil rights. Medicare, aid written, I believe it will say that on to education, one after another— energy we fundamentally altered our came with the support and leader­ nation's future for the better. I ship of American labor. You have believe it will also say that we began represented all the people, not just a fundamental rebuilding of our your members^ You have been the nation's industrial base. voice of forgotten people every­ The program I announced last where. week, which you help^ write, will Thirty-two years ago, Harry continue to fight inflation, and at the Truman said, "It is time thqt all same time will create a million new Americans realized that the place of jobs in the next two years. labor is side by side with the More important, we will put new, businessmen and with the farmer, more efficient tools in the hands of and not one degree lower." American workers. We will provide We can no longer ignore this jobs in growing, competitive indus­ advice—^the economic stakes are tries which can meet and turn back too high. It'is time for our country to foreign competition. I have no accept labor as an equal partner in doubt that American workers can our economic life. compete with, any in the world—if In the last years, we have we give them the tools and tech­ begun to establish, bit by bit, such a nology to do the job. I intend-to do partnership of government, labor, just that. and business. We will direct investments to Last week, we took another step communities and industriesJhit hard forward with what can be central to by economic change. We will help rebuilding our nation's industrial retool our automobile industry to base—the President's Economic produce the fuel-efficient cars that Revitalization Board composed of the public wants to buy. We will help modernize our basic leaders from American labor, indus­ industries, like steel, and encourage try, and the public. Heading the Board will be Irving Shapiro, of high-technology industries. We will help rebuild our cities and towns DuPont, and Lane Kirkland. For the first time, we can build a with job-producing investments. We will rebuild bur transporta­ consensus for out economic future. tion system both to carry goods and The Board will advise me on the full range of issues. It will recommend to improve public transit. Finally, we will invest heavily in the outlines for an industrial devel­ opment authority—to help mobilize our human resources. We will both public and private capital, provide new training and new skills including employee pension funds, to workers hit by sudden economic to restore and create jobs in areas change. We wilf strengthen existing programs for those lacking the skills affected by economic dislocation. We are involved in nothing less needed for the future. Two years ago, we passed the than a redefinition of the way labor. The November election will help determine if that struggle is success­ ful. Seldom has the choice been so clear. The American people vinll be choosing not just between two men, not just between two parties—but between two futures. I believe Americans will choose once again a future of thoughtful change and human progress—to get on with the job we have begun. In recent days, our country has drawn inspiration from the workers of Poland. We have been inspired by their discipline, their tenacity, and their courage under the most diffi­ cult possible circumstances. Humphrey-Hawkins Act to reaffirm our commitment to the goal of full employment. This year, we are laying the foundation for reaching that goal—a foundation of secure energy supplies, greater productiv­ ity, steady economic growth, iand stable prices. In the next few years, we must also continue our urban policy that has begun to reverse thedeclineof many cities. We must gain passage of our welfare reform proposals that would lift I'/i million families out of poverty and reduce the financial burden on state and local gov­ ernments. We must enact our proposed expansion of youth employment programs, to provide skills and jobs for hundreds of thousands of young people. I stand ready with you to help enact national health insurance. We must strengthen our maritime industry, both for our economic security and military security. Finally, I want the United States to continue to stand for peace in the world. We have been at peace for 3'/4 years, a peace based on both our military and moral strength. With your help, we have reversed an eightyear decline in defense spending. Our military power is unsurpassed today, and will stay that way as long as I am President. That strength allowed us to negotiate the SALT II agreement successfully. We ratified the Pan­ ama Canal Treaties, and have sustained our foreign aid programs. We helped bring together two ancient enemies. The people of Egypt and Israel no longer face each other across barbed wire. Instead, they talk face-to-face, and through their ambassadors, about the right road to peace. Three years ago, few dreamed that such a thing could be possible. We can be proud that the United States once again stands up in defense of human rights, including trade union rights, throughout the world. Let me add that we must expand human rights at home, also, by ratifying the Equal Rights Amend­ ment. We have accomplished much together, often against great odds. We have had to take the heat for unpopular decisions. When we have spoken the truth, it has not always been welcome. We have faced our problems squarely. The American labor movement was built on realism, persistence, and democratic values. Our nation's future depends on those same qualities---qualities which today are still-abundant in the American people. More remains for us to do, and we must fight for it. But we are fighting for it shoulder-to-shoulder, and together, we will win. �¥' former log Editor Assumes ftofe as Board Chturman H • Ifisf. Head, l^efires ERB Brand has retired as President of the Transpor­ tation Institute (T.I.) to become Chairman of its Board of Trus­ tees. He will replace Joseph Kahn, who passed away earlier this year. Mr. Brand has spent a lifetime advocating policies that would lead to the establishment of a strong American flag Merchant Marine. For many years he was editor of iht Seafarers Log. On the basis of the reputation he established there for intellectual honesty and tough-minded fair­ ness, he was chosen to become the first president of the Trans­ portation Institute when it was formed 11 years ago. During his stewardship, the Transportation Institute has become one of the leading centers for maritime research in the country. Both labor and man­ agement have conie to look upon Herb Brand as one of the leading spokesmen for the American flag Merchant Marine. "Herbie Brand," relates John Yarmola, the National Field Co­ ordinator for the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, "is unique. He understands that . the maritiipe industry needs to take a united stand on issues that affect its future. He touches a lot of bases. You know, he has opened up a lot of doors for this industry. People know that he is a fair guy. They trust him. Better yet, they listen to him." As both editor of the Seafarers Log and President of the Trans­ portation Institute, Herb Braqd has fashioned an important legacy. Jim Ganiion, the pr^ent editor of the Log, said the following: "During his years at the Log, Herb Brand established the highest^ standard of excellence in labor journalism, which is wit­ nessed in part by the many awards that the paper won while he was here. Even though he hasn't been editor since 1969, his influence can still be found in the paper. For those who have followed Herb—^and there have Herb Brand been several of us—it has been a upon the organization's acknowf difficult standard to maintain. edged expertise when debating But it is a standard of excellence the merits of intricate pieces of that we are proud to uphold." maritime legislation. But it is as President of the Over the years, the Transpor­ Transportation Institute, a non­ tation Institute has been in the profit organization aimed at forefront of advancing new and promoting maritime research dynamic concepts in the field of and development, that Herb maritime education and develop­ Brand will be primarily remem­ ment. Bilateral treaties, ocean bered. mining legislation, cargo prefer­ He fashion^; from scratch, ence laws: the list of programs one of the most capable research devised by the Institute is almost departments in all of Washing­ endless. When asked to single one ton, D.C. The quality of its out, however. Herb Brand be­ work — the imaginative and comes characteristically modest, thorough approach it has taken "No, I wouldn't single out one * towards solving the problems policy," said Brand, "because to confronting the maritime indus­ do so would be counterproduc­ try—has impressed a great many tive. The government agencies people. were content to sit back after the Congressional Committees Merchant Marine Act of 1936 have often felt the need to draw was passed. They were so content that they let the American flag Merchant Marine fall apart. You can not stop and be content It is a constant, daily grind to stay on top of new problems and developments." "I feel that we have taken a • balanced view of the maritime industry, especially where the industry is a victim of unfair policies formulated by govern­ ment agencies that have no real understanding of the merchant marine. We talk about develop­ ing a competitive fleet, but other nations are far beyond the talking stage. This country needs to develop a coherent maritime policy." If it is true that one can be judged by one's friends, then Herl) Brand need not worry. He has counted many famous and important people among his friends and acquaintances. In his own quiet way, he has made a . great many converts for the U.S. maritime industry. Throughout his c^eer. Herb Brand has consistently impressed people with his warm manner, wry humor and quick intelli­ gence: He still continues to do so. Peter Luciano, who has become Executive Director of the Trans­ portation Institute, sums is up best when he sW: "We will all miss Herb as President. But we don'tjeally feel that he is leaving. As you know, he'll be Chairman of the Board. He will continue to shape the character of the T.I, His most important work is still ahead of him." "s,- 'm ' r'r i-- Energy From Ocean: A Promising Concept Carter Signs OIK: Bill: Could Mean Future U.S. iMonf&ne Jake P RESIDENT Carter has signed into law S. 2492, the Ocean Thermal Energy Conver­ sion Act of 1980. The bill is expected to foster the commer­ cial development of the ocean thermal energy conversion process (OTEC), which is a new and promising source of energy. The bill establishes a muchneeded Federal regulatory framework that will oversee the OTEC industry. It also extends the existing system of "Ship Financing" to cover commercial development of OTEC vessels. Title XI of the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, which governs "ship financing," makes most U.S. vessels, floating drydocks and mobile offshore drilling rigs eligible for operating and construction differential subsi­ dies. Lack of regulatory guidance and Confusion over financing provisions have hindered the development of the OTEC industry. It is estimated that a full functioning OTEC^ program would result in thousands of additional maritime jobs. Under the terms of S. 2492, and the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, vessels used to service OTEC marine structures would have to be documented under the laws of the United States. The energy crisis has forced Americans to experiment with some fairly unorthodox pro­ grams so that alternatives to foreign oil can be developed. One of the most promising programs under consideration has been OTEC. OTEC is a process that would use seawater to help generate electricity. The idea was first formulated nearly 100 years ago by a French physicist, Arsene d'Arsonval. It received little attention because of the abun­ dance of oil and coal that was then in existence. Now, of course, oil is in short supply. Coal is being opposed by environmentalists who fear that its long-term use could be ecologically harmful. According tod'Arson val, there exist differences in the tempera­ ture of water found on the surface of the ocean, and water found at lower depths. D'Arson val felt that some of these differences could be large enough to be used in closed and open cycle turbine systems. What modern-day descen­ dants of d'Arsonyal want to do is to place^ floating, moored or selfpropelled marine structures in those areas of the oceans where thermal differences are large enough to generate electricity. Looks Promising The initial results have been promising. A small experimental program conducted onboard a coverted U.S. navy barge moored off Hawaii generated 50 kilo­ watts of electricity during a three month period. The major stumbling block with OTEC has been how to get the stored electricity from the marine structures to the land. Dependable cables need to be developed. Progress, however, has been made with developing a cable strong enough to do the job. September 1980 / LOG /II •" 'T.' > - • .... 1. •'Vr • y''-. i . �,4 • '•-•i i; , f-.Yf !;•' ffAi iV.. ' .'•<; • • lf-'. i. J ,-•' -if ,•• fff- ;• -fc- - • i'-'. £ ::.'.4. '• • '••i ; '•' .m •'-.• j'• :.-;'L /if *,. Jimmy Carter Means Business A year ago. President Carter sent a letter to Rep. John Murphy (D-N.Y.), then chairman of the House Marine & Fisheries Committee. In that fetter, the President re-stated his heiief that "the American Merchant Marine is vital to our nation's welfare." Underscoring that heiief the President's fetter presented an outline oj the "steps which (must) he taken to reverse the decline and to hegin to improve the strength of this essential industry. " Congressman Murphy, U.S. maritime's tnost vocal and loyal friend in Congress, incorporated many of the suggestions included in the President's fetter into one huge, far-reaching piece of legislation. Known as the MaritUhe Omnihus hill, the complicated measure never reached the floor of Congress because of an inahility of the many segments of the industry to agree on language. But President Carter has. continued to support a vdrietv of measures aimed at revitalizing the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. "Tliis effort." Carter wrote to Murphy in July, 1979, "will take time, ingenuity and investment from hoth the puhHc and private sectors." President Carter 's maritime policy fetter is reprinted, in full, helow. Carter's support for a strong American merchant marine is as solid today as it was a year ago. The S/U is confident that during his next four years as President, many of the goafs Carter has targeted for the rehirth^f the U.S.-flag merchant marine, goafs he shares with the SIU, will he realized. To Chairman John M. Murphy As you know, for the past year an Interagency Task Force within the Administration has been reviewing federal maritime policies. The conclusions and. recommendations of this group were recently forwarded to me. I want to share with you the results of that review and urge action by your Committee to address the issues raised by the Task Force. I share your belief that the American Merchant Marine is vital to our nation's welfare. More than nine-tenths of all our imports and exports move by sea, and American ships play a large part in facilitating our world trade. The maritime industry, including our ports, ocean shipping companies and shipbuilding yards provides jobs to 1.5 million Americans, and contributes $22 billion to our economy. Most importantly, our Merchant Marine provides a critical reserve and auxiliary to our Navy in times of war or national emergency. Over the years the Federal government has played a significant role in the development of our maritime industry. Federal investments have helped to build most of our major harbors and port facilities. Our military and commercial vessel construction programs have provided a key source of employment for our nation's shipyards. Direct federal subsidies and preferential cargo policies have greatly benefitted our ocean shipping companies. Despite continuing efforts by the Federal government in these areas, with total federal investments in our shipbuilding and ship operating industries reaching $706 million in 1978, our Merchant Marine faces an increasingly uncertain future. American liner companies have experienced intense competition from the fleets of other nations, with two American companies bankrupted within the last year. Our American flag bulk fleet has developed little capacity to compete internationally, but rather has been largely restricted to the coastwise trade. Our shipbuilding industry has been unable to win enough new ship construction orders to sustain its current capacity nationwide. Overall the decline of our Merchant Marine is , illustrated in simple numbers: from a fleet of 1224 ships in 1950, our fleet had shrunk to 582 ships by this year. Our ships now carry only about 5% of our foreign trade. We must not allow this unhealthy trend to continue. Steps must be taken to reverse the decUhe and to begin to improve the strength of this essential industry. This effort will take time, ingenuity and investment from both the public and the private sectors. Under my Administration, the Federal government will continue to play a central role in this effort. In this period of budget constraint, additional federal actions to support the maritime industry must focus first on improvements in \ existing programs. In particular, federal regulation of the ocean shipping industry deserves prompt review by tjte Congress. Current laws appear to need substantial revision. In addition our programs to encourage construction of dry bulk vessels should be overhauled. Our national policies favoring open ports and free competition for cargo must be reaffirmed in light of recent developments around the world. Perhaps most importantly, the Federal government itself must begin to address maritime problems in a more unified and coherent way. LINER REGULATION Throughout the world most ocean liner shipping is organized into liner conferences. These groups of ship operators, who meet to set standards for service and tariffs in each trade, are generally recognized and supported by most countries. Recently the United . Nations Conference on Trade and Development promulgated a Code of Conduct which sanctioned the existence of, and established standards for these conferences. In the United States, we have recognized and accepted this international regime of cooperation in.the organization of the liner trades. Under our laws, the conferences are granted immunity from antitrust prosecution if their agreements are filed with and approved by the Federal Maritime Commission. In light of the potential anti-competitive impacts of some aspects of the conference system, our laws place significant restrictions on conferences, for example by requiring that they be open to membership by any new participant in the trade. In order to end the uncertainty and delay that currently surrounds federal regulation of ocean shipping, it is necessary to revise substantially our laws governing the liner conferences. Our laws must be rewritten to define clearly the standards of acceptable conference practices and the limits of conference antitrust exemptions, and to reempha^ize our commitment to competition in ocean shipping. The process for FMC approval of conference agreements should be expedited. And the jurisdictional respon­ sibilities of the various agencies sliould be clarified. Specifically the Shipping Act of 1916 should be amended to: • Reestablish the primacy of the FederalMaritime Commission in regulating ocean shipping. The FMC, operating under the guidance of the Shipping Act and the antitrust laws should have the basic responsibility to confer antitrust immunity and to enforce the Shipping Act. • Redefine the limits of the antitrust immunity available to the conferences under Section 15 of the Act. The law should specify a broad group of conference, agreements with the least anti-com­ petitive impacts that are presumptively approvable by the FMC. Agreements determined by the FMC to fall into this group should be approved speedily without formal hearings. For example, agreements that promote efficiency and • do not significantly threaten competition such as terminal sharing, equipment interchange or space chartering should be presumed acceptable. Similarly, agreements implementing government-to-government negotiations should receive prompt, presumptive approval by the • Shorten the timetable for FMC action. Presumptively acceptable agreements should be acted on by the FMC within 30 days. Agreements subject to full hearing should be required to be approved or disapproved within one year. If the approval process cannot be completed within these time tables, conditional approval or disapproval should be required, subject to final review when the record is complete. Amending the Shipping Act in accord with these principles should speed up and greatly simplify the regulatory process that applies to ocean liner shipping. It should continue to protect against anti-competitive abuses while promoting efficiency and stability in the industry. • Authorize antitrust exemptionfor Shippers Councils. In other countries around the world, groups of shippers using ocean transportation are permitted to organize themselves into "shippers councils" to discuss their mutual concerns with the shipping conferences. Until now such councils have lacked antitrust protection in the United States. 12 / LOG / September 1980 r 'J .1 A -.J - �; • - -fS" p. When It Comes To Maritime Because shippers councils can provide a valuable forum for exchange of information and discussion of shared concerns between shippers and ship c)perators, and because shippers councils can be a valuable counterweight to the collective power of the conferences, these councils should be elgible for antitrust immunity. The approval, after a hearing, of these antitrust exemptions arid the policing of these groups' activities to assure that they serve the public interest should be the responsibility of the FMC. In order to assure that shippers cduncils function within the limits of their antitrust exemptions, these groups should be required to maintain verbatim records of their meetings, MERCHANT MARINE PROTECTION . -•••«> Dry Bulk Incentives About 40 percent of U,S, ocean-borne foreign trade, more than 310 million tons, consists of dry bulk cargoes. Continued dry bulk trade growth is forecast, U,S, ships presently carry less than two percent of this trade. There are only 19 dry bulkers in the U.S,-flag fleet, of which 13 are over 30 years old. There is a need to modernize and expand the dry bulk segment of our fleet. Our heavy dependence on foreign carriage of U,S, bulk cargoes deprives the U,S, economy of seafaring and shipbuilding jobs, adds to the balance of payments deficit, deprives the Government of substantial tax revenues, and leaves the United States dependent on foreign flag shipping for a continued supply of raw materials to support the economy. Extensive consultation with industry has revealed that the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, even as amended in 197Q, is still too restrictive to encourage bulk ship construction and operation. Specifically, restrictions on foreign resales, international trading rights, repair in foreign shipyards, and eligibility to own both foreign and U,S, flag vessels should be significantly revised. Legislation to accomplish these goals is being forwarded to the Congress along with this letter. Enactment of the proposed legislation would establish the basis for accelerating the rebuilding of the VS.-flag dry bulkfleet toward a level commensurate with the position of the United States as the world's leading bulk trading country,, Cargo Sharing Agreements Historically, the United States has pursued a policy of free competition in ocean shipping, including open ports and unrestricted access by ships of all nations to cargo moving internationally. This policy has served well to facilitate our international trade and to hold down shipping costs. Only in a few cases, for example, in our bilateral trade with the Soviet Union, have we entered into agreements reserving shares of cargo for national flag carriers. In these special circumstances, in which A Capsule of Carter's Ideas President Carter's program for strengthening the U.S.-flag merchant marine includes: . . m • enacting legislation to speed up the re-building of the U,S,-nag drybulk fleet to a level commensurate with the nation's position as the world's leading bulk trader; •. rewriting laws governing ocean liner shipping conferences to define acceptable conference practices and the limits of anti-trust exemptions; • amending the Shipping Act of 19l6tore-establish the primacy of the FMC in regulating ocean shipping; • designating the Maritime Administration as the chief spokesman in maritime affairs to ensure that federal actions promote rather than harm our merchant maririe; • implementing existing laws which call for substantial or exclusive use of American-flag vessels; • urging American importers and exporters to use U.S,-flag ships and urging American shipping companies to use U,S. shipyards to supply new tonnage, where possible; • while not endorsing cargo-sharing agreements, calling for measures "to protect the competitive rights of U.S. carriers." national policies of other nations might operate to exclude American operators from the trade, we have recognized that our' national interest required affirmative action by the U,S, Government, Throughout the world many nations have enacted or are considering measures to limit unrestricted cargo access. The UNCTAD Code of Conduct for Liner Conferences which sanc­ tions cargo sharing on a basis of 40% for the host country, 40% for the trading partner and 20% for third flag carriers, is one example" of this trend. This trend is neither wise nor necessary. As the largest trading nation in the world we have much to gain by a continuation of policies that allow all ships to operate freely to transport cargo. In light of these considerations we will continue to resist the imposition of cargo sharing regimes whether bilaterally or multilaterally. At the same time we should not allow our interests to be compromised by the actions of other nations which may impede the ability of our ships to .participate in world trades. Cargo sharing policies adopted by other nations cannot be allowed to force our ships from any trades in which they should be entitled to compete. While it is our policy to refrain from cargo sharing agreements as a general matter, we will be prepared as in the past io protect the competitive rights of U,S, carriers, • • * • Knowing that you share my strong commitment to the revitalization of our Merchant Marine, I hope that we can work together in the weeks and months ahead to fashion a strong legislative program, The reforms I have suggested may provide solutions to some problems. I hope that your Committee can give these proposals early and favorable consideration as part of the legislative process1 know you have already begun. Within the Execlitive Branch / intend to ensure that federal actions promote rather than harm our Merchant Marine. To help achieve this goal, and to provide a clearer, more unified presentation of the Administration's views I have designated the Maritime Administration within the Commerce Department as the Administration's chief spokesman in maritime affairs. This will not, of course, prevent other Departments from performing their particular responsibilities or from testifying before the Congress in their areas of special expertise as they may relate to maritime matters. However, in the future, when positions are taken by the Administration, the Maritime Administration will have primary responsibility to articulate and explain them. 1 am also urging the Maritime Adtpinistration and other executive agencies to vigorously and fully carry out their responsibilities for implementing existing laws aimed at supporting our maritime industry. In particular, provisions in existing laws calling for substantial or exclusive use of American flag vessels. should be vigorously pursued, and exemptions in these laws should be reexamined, . Finally, I believe that we must all share in the effort to preserve and enhance our maritime industry. This applies not just to the executive and legislative branches of the Federal government, but tp the public as well, ^ For example, / urge American importers and exporters to consider using, where possible, Americanflag vessels to transport their goods. Similarly, American ocean shipping companies should give every Consideration to use of American shipyards to supply their new tonnage. Each of us can make only a small contribution to the important goal of rebuilding our maritime industry. Working together, however, we can be confident of our future as a great maritime nation. Sincerely, Jimmy Carter September 1980 7 LOG / 13 • • ri • ' . )• ' ' t , 7- X • X'jf.l - J �"•i; I.. J; ^ At 18, Jeff Yarmola Is SILTs Youngest QMED J EFF Yarmola will not be 19 years of age until Oct. 28, but last month he completed all of the required training needed to earn a full QMED rating: He thus becomes the youngest Seafarer to achieve the full engineroom rating. Ever since he came to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in June 1978, Jeff has been an achiever. He worked hard during the three months he spent at the school as a Trainee, and graduated in the top third of his class. , During that time, he also worked hard to earn a high school equivalency diploma through the Lundeberg School's GED Program. Jeff said he wanted that diploma because "I might some day want to go on to get a college degree." But Jeff also worked hard at his trade. When he graduated from HLSS in October 1978, Jeff took a berth as wiper on the LNG carrier Leo which was just coming out of the yard at Quincy, Mass. He stayed on her six months and he earned the commendation from the ship's engineers for his hard work and willingness to learn. In August 1979, Jeff came back to the Lundeberg School to prepare for a fireman/oiler/ watertender endorsement. Again, hard work and willingness to learn paid off, and Jeff got his FOWT endorsement in October. Then, in November 1979 he shipped as oiler on the Sea-Land Panama. In February of this year, he got off the Panama and shipped as oiler aboard the T-2 tanker Point Julie. • Seafarer Jeff Yarmola When he got off the Point Julie in May, he came back to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School to begin a three-month program to earn the endorse­ ments he would ne^ to become a Qualifed Member of the Engine Department. He successfully completed- all of the courses and passed the Coast Guard examin­ ation in August. In the course of this training at HLSS, Jeff earned ratings as Pumpman, Machinist, Electri­ cian, Refrigeration Engineer, Deck Engineer, and Junior Engineer. Jeff Yarmola is not through yet. This month he will be back at HLSS to begin the SIU "A" Seniority Program. When he completes that program next month, Jeff will be a fully-rated engine room Seafarer—and a full member of the Seafarers Union. That's quite an accomplish­ ment for anybody. For a young man who dropped out of high school—and is not yet 19 years old—that's an accomplishment to be really proud of. Seafarer Revives Drowning Victim Finds CPR Training Is For Real S EAFARER Raymond Picciolo can tell you that CPR/First Aid training is for real. And there is a woman who is alive today because Seafarer Picciolo kept his cool and put into practice what he had learned at the Seafarers Harry Lunde­ berg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. , Brother Picciolo had come back to the Lundeberg School in May to begin upgrading for a Q.M.E.D. endorsement. One evening, he and several other upgraders were having a seafood dinner at nearby Evan's Crab House when they heard a commotion outside. When they looked, they saw some people pulling a woman from the water. Running quickly Seafarer Raymond Picciolo stands at the end of the pier on St. George's island where he earlier revived a worhan who had fallen into the water. out to the dock, Picciolo sized up the situation immediately. There was panic and pandemonium. "Nobody seemed to know what to do," Picciolo said later. "Somebody was pumping her trying to get the water out of her. She wasn't breathing." Picciolo remembered that the first thing to do was to get the person breathing. And that is just what he did. Using mouth-tomouth resuscitation, he quickly restored her breathing and kept her respiring until an ambulance arrived with emergency breath­ ing apparatus. "I just used normal procedures for cases like this, the same way I had learned while I was a Trainee at the Lundeberg School," Picciolp explained. "One of the real plusses in training for these emergencies, is that you know right away what to do. You don't panic," Picciolo made another pertinent observation. He said: "I will feel a lot more secure out there on a ship hundreds of miles from a doctor knowing that many of my shipmates have been trained in lifesaving techniques through the HLSS programs." Seafarer Picciolo graduated from the Lundeberg School in February 1979. He upgraded to FOWT in August, and completed his Q.M.E.D. training last month. ITF Convention Draws Delegates from 60 Nations •' '« The recent conference of the International Transport \A^orkers Federation drew delegates from hundreds of maritime and other transportation unions from-more then 60 nations. The U.S. delegation (photo left) included SIU President Frank Drozak (left) and SIU Senior West Coast Representative Ed Turner. In the photo at right, the delegates pause momentarily from business for a quick pix. Among issues addressed at ITF conference were bilateralism the growing danger of flag-' of-convenience ships and more. a a » 14 / LOG / September 1980 " , ...... , �Transcolorado Crew Saves 67 ^Boat People' I N the choppy and rain-beaten waters of the South China Sea last month, SIU members helped rescue 67 Vietnamese refugees. The Seafarers were aboard the Transcolorado (Hudson Water­ ways) on the morning of Aug. 11 when the refugees' 40-foot boat was spotted drifting in the water. There was a heavy squall in progress when the boat was sighted about 50 yards from the ship. The Transcolorado, which is chartered by the Military Sealift Command, was on her way from Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean to the U.S. Naval Station at Subic Bay in the Philippines. According to SIU Bosun Victor Ardowski, a pilot ladder was used to bring the stronger refugees on board while a stretcher was used for the children, babies, and those who were sick. According to the MSC, besides Brother Ardo\yski, other SIU members involv^ in the rescue included: Deck Maintenance Paul Whitlow; Able Seamen Bill Fernandez, William MacDonald, Leo Larsen, John Smith, and Robert Wilson; OS Pedro Alma; Wiper Donald Rezendes, and Messmen Adolphe Lamonthe and John Shaw. Ardowski wrote a letter to the Union noting that on the evening of the rescue "a Special Meeting was called"and it was "passed on to us that the Captain thanked every one for the help and cooperation in getting the ref­ ugees aboard ship and a job that was well done." Also, the SIU brothers decided at the meeting to take up a voluntary contribution to help the boat people. The contributions were used to buy items for the refugees from the ship's Slop Chest, such as, toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, candies, gum, cigarettes, and some Tee shirts. SIU crews have been involved in a number of rescues of Indochinese refugees. Just this past June the SlU-contracted LNG Virgo (Energy Transporta­ tion), along with a Navy tanker, helped rescue 185 boat people in the South China Sea (August 1980 Log). The 67 refugees taken aboard the Transcolorado had been at sea three days, a relatively short time compared to some boat people. According to a news release by the MSC, a medical officer at Subic Bay said the condition of the 67 boat people was the best among any refugees that had been brought there. "There were minor cuts and scratches, other­ wise they were in great shape," the officer said. Although in good physical condition, the captain of the ship said the refugees "looked utterly bedraggled and fatigued when they were picked up, but were vei^' well behaved." He added, "it seemed they were always using the washing ma­ chines trying to clean their dirty clothes." The 523-foot Transcolorado carries cargo for the U.S. Armed Forces worldwide. ^Sunsef Bill Could Black Out Key Maritime Programs WASHINGTON, D.C.—A bill has been initiated in the Senate that could destroy im­ portant Federal maritime and labor programs. Numbered S. 2, the so-called "sunset" bill would require automatic termination of nearly all Federal programs at least once every ten years. No program could continue unless new au­ thorizing legislation was passed and signed into law. The AFL-CIO, the Maritime Trades Department (MTD), the SIU, and other labor unions are actively working against this bill. SIU and MTD President Frank Drozak sent out letters to the Union's port agents as well as to MTD's Port Councils asking them to contact Senators on this crucial issue. He explained that the legisla­ tion "would subject labor and maritime programs, such as the National Labor Relations Act and the Merchant Marine Act, to attack and dismantlement on an ongoing basis." Drozak points out that this legislation is unnecessary. When Congress considers funding for Federal programs, it has the right to review those programs. Also, Congress has the power to conduct oversight hearings on these programs. As Drozak notes, "This^^unset' process would add a tre­ mendous burdeato the regular legislative workload, and it is clear that an in-depth evaluation would be impossible." Under the schedule laid down in the bill. Congress would have to review about 200 programs every two years. Altogether, AFL-CIO Associate Legislative there would be nearly 1,000 Director Howard Marlowe sug­ Federal programs which would gested that there should be a bill have to compete against each that assures periodic reviews of major programs but that does not other for re-enactment. As the AFL-CIO points out, contain the risky self-destruct "Congress must improve its mechanism of the "sunset" bill. oversight of Federal programs, He also pointed out that the but this bill is a process without one area in which this bill does substance. Many Federal pro­ not require a review is tax grams took several years of debate expenditures—an area where it is and discussion before enactment. most justified. Tax expenditures In the legislative 'pressure are special benefits or loopholes cooker' climate, it will be impos­ that enable individuals or busi­ sible for Congress to give the ness enterprises to claim special same thoughtful attention to the deductions or tax credits. "If anything needs sunset or re-enactment of these programs." In hearings on the bill before oversight, it is tax expenditures the Senate Rules Committee, the which escape all of the current AFL-CIO urged that Committee review mechanisms in the author­ to shape an alternative to the bill. izing, budget and appropriations processes," Marlowe told the Committee. Below is a list of just some of the programs that affect Sea­ farers and Boatmen and that could be terminated if the "sunset" bill becomes law: Agricultural export programs U.S. Public Health Service National Labor Relations Act Occupational Safety and Health Act Minimum Wage Law Merchant Marine Act of 1970 Navigation Assistance Deepwater Port Act Maritime Subsidies Inland Waterways Programs River and Harbor Development Cargo Preference Laws Ogden Leader Committee Personals Paul G. King Please contact the editor of the Log at (212) 499-6600 Ext. 242. Ken Long Please contact, Gary Collier, 517 S. Allen, Bernie, Mo., 63822. V(?ry Urgent! Gordon Reynold Dolan Please contact, Mrs. Cortland Dolan, 1462 Elliott Road, Paradise, Ca. 95969. William J. Smith Please contact, Mrs. Annie Smith, 343 E. Pershing St., Pritchard, Ala., 36610. Tel. (205) 457-8055. Jim .Sawyer Please contact, Francisco Alvarez, 2914 Partridge Ave., Los Angeles, Ca. 90039. Tel. (213) 661-1202. SIU Rep Teddy Babkowski (2nd left) is at a payoff of the ST Ogden Leader (Ogden Marine) on July 31 at Stapleton Anchorage. S.I.. N.Y. With him are the Ship's Committee of (I. to r.) 2hd Pumpman F. Karlsson, engine delegate: Chief Steward R. Maldonado. secretary-reporter, Cook/Baker A. Romero, bosun Joe R. Calangel. ship's chairman, (standing) Chief Pumpman James H. Wall, educational director and Chief Cook Earl Gray, steward delegate. Norman Evans Bert Winfield .Mark Flores Please contact. Red Campbell at Union Headquarters. Re: Overtime claim which has been resolved. September 1980 / LOG / 15 •3 �1 Politics and porkchops—that's what the SlU is all about and that was tbe theme sounded by SlU President Frank Drozak, presiding at Port Agents Conference held Aug. 28 and 29 in Algonac, Mich. Filling in the Union port agents on actions taken at the latest Board of Trustees meeting is SlU SecretaryTreasurer Joe DiGiorgio. SlU Senior West Coast Representative Ed Turner talks about the SlU-crewed Oceanic Independence, now cruising the Flawaiian Islands, and about the SlU's efforts to bring back the U.S.-flag passenger ship industry. Port Agents Conference Held in Algonac A Port Agents meeting was held in the Algonac hall last month to focus on how the union's leadership can better bring home the bacon for the SIU membership. It was the second Agent'« meeting to be held this year. Attention centered around the role that the union is expected to play in the upcoming elections. A strategy is being devised that will maximize union participation at state, national and grass-roots levels. The role that the Port Agents play in developing strong interunion ties was discussed, as was the role that they play Jn fashioning strong grass-roots political machines. It was stressed that the Wash­ ington operation is only one phase of this union's political commitment, and that the strength of the Washington operation depends in large part on the kind of grass roots machinery that the Port Agents are able to fashion. Long range economic issues were • analyzed, especially the development of this nation's coal resources and the role that the maritime industry will be ex­ pected to play in the transporta­ tion of that energy source from mining areas to processing sites. The Agents discussed ways of improving the servicing of ves­ sels, especially in those inland areas that pose special problems by their physical make-up (locks and channels as opposed to clearly defined ports).. Contracts between this union and shipping companies were studied. Many of the Agents passed along suggestions given to them by members on ways to strengthen existing clauses. The union's building program was discussed. The Port Agents were advised that the new union The SlU's strike against ACBL's inland waterways companies is still going strong, says Union Vice President in charge of the Gulf, Joe Sacco. Firing up the Port Agents conference with his call to hanq tough and hang together is SIU Vice President in charge of Lakes and Inland Waters Mike Sacco. 16 / LOG / September 1980 ff-. I- -T' hall in Mobile has been completed, and is being readied for occupancy. Algonac Port Agent Jack Bluitt talks about the slump in the automobile industry and how it's impacted on Great Lakes shipping. . . Red Campbell, vice president in charge of contracts and contract enforcement, told the port agents that knowing the terms of the Union's collective bargaining agreements is a key part of the port agent's job. �•^ -:r •-•it Convenience Flags More Rampant Than Ever B ACK in the 1970's a rash of devastating oil spills caused destruction of some of the world's most beautiful and productive coastlines and focused international attention on unsafe, flag-of-convenience tankers. Spurred on by the murmurings of a world concerned about its en­ vironment, the Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative Organiza­ tion, (IMCO) a U.N. agency, drew up a treaty in 1978 aimed at preventing pollution-causing ac­ cidents. In July of this year, the Inter­ national Transport Workers Fed­ eration (ITF), which includes repre­ sentatives of hundreds of unions from more than 60 countries, re­ stated its condemnation of registra­ tion of ships under flags-of-convenience. ITF delegates scored shipowners who use flags-of-convenience as a means of avoiding "their own countries' higher taxes, safety standards and operating costs," while depriving their own nationals of "jobs, foreign exchange balances and other economic and national security advantages." Since money supposedly talks in any language, the ITF imposes fines on flag7of-convenience shipowners who pay their crews below the prevailing wage rates of ITF member unions. That penalty fund has grown fat over the last few years with the levies, collected from unscrupulous flag-ofconvenience shipowners. But the number of ships flying the flags of Liberia, Panama and other third world countries has also continued to grow. International accords calling for marine and crew safety on flag-ofconvenience vessels are important barometers of world opinion. They indicate growing concern about the clear dangers to the environment and to seamen posed by an everincreasing fleet of unsafe, underregulated flag-of-convenience vessels. But those accords, as far as the United States is concerned, don't go far enough. Because it's not just our coastlines which- are threatened by runaway flag vessels. It's the security of this nation which is threatened as well. Today ships flying the flag of Liberia number over 2,600, more than five times the size of the Amer­ ican merchant fleet. About half of those vessels are owned by U.S.based oil companies. And they Official Publicolion of flia Soofarer, fntarnotional Union of Noifli Americo, AHonlk, GoH, loko» ond Inlond Wolora Diilricf, ^ Afl-CIO Saptanitwr, I9S0 Vd. 42, No. 9 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Leon Hall Joe DiGiorgio Vice President Secretary- Treasurer Angus "Red" Campbell yice President Mike Sacco Vice President James Gannon Joe Sacco Vice President 3B9 Editor Mike Gillen Edra Ziesk ' Ray Bourdius Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Max Siegel Hall Marietta Homayonpour Don Rotan Assistant Editor • Editor Assistant tVest Coast Associate Editor Dennis Lundy Frank Cianciotti Photography Director pf^ Photography I Writer Marie Kosciusko Administrative Assistant George J. Vana Productiqn/Art Director carry almost half of U.S, oil imports. Liberian registry suits the oil giants just fine. They gleefully skirt U.S. tax, safety and manning laws. And the United States theoretically retains control over Americanowned tankers in case of war or national emergency. Liberia, however, has repeatedly reminded the world that, under international law, they have the option to requisition every single ship sailing under Liberian registra­ tion. The U.S. government has simply assumed they didn't really mean it. Yet, seven years ago, during the Arab/Israeli Yom Kippur War, Liberia turns its back on U.S. policy and refused to allow the ships flying its flag to supply Israel with oil. That incident took place under the regime of Liberian President William R. Tolbert. His was considered a stable regime. Liberia was one of the countries the U.S. supposedly carried around in its pocket. Today, Liberia's "stable" gov­ ernment is gone, toppled by a bloody military coup. The country's current chief of state, a 28-year-old Army sergeant owes no particular allegiance to the United States. But the U.S. blithely continues to assume that we can count on the support of U.S.-owned, Liberianregistered vessels if we should need it. For the past two decades fhe SlU has been trying to get the U.S. government to wake up to the fact that our almost total reliance on foreign flag vessels for carriage of our oil and other crucial raw materials is begging for trouble. We have fought for legislation to ensure an adequate share of U.S. cargoes for U.S. flag vessels. We have called on Administration after Administration and Congress after Congress to beef up support of the American merchant fleet; to enter into bilateral shipping agreements with our trading partners; to amend U.S. laws which make it more attractive for U.S. corporations to move their vessels and their loyalties to other shores. We are prepared now, as always, to do our part and fulfill the military support function of the U.S. merchant marine. But without an adequate number of ships flying under Old Glory; ships capable of carrying a decent percentage of this nation's cargo, the United States herself is dangerously unprepared. September 1980 / LOG / 17 it'' �• I 'Round-the-World' Maiden Run for Ben T HE number '23' has to be a lucky one for a brand new SlU-contracted LASH vessel. Waterman Steamship's 894 foot LASH was named for America's 23rd President, Ben­ jamin Harrison, took on her SIU crew in the port of New Orleans and left on her maiden voyage on the 23rd day of July. She's hound for What a Water­ ••t t" man spokesman called a "roundthe-world" journey. Starting from the U.S. Gulf and East Coasts, the Benjamin Harrison will be calling at Long Beach, Ca., before heading to Taiwan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Sing­ apore and the return home via the Suez Canal. The entire round trip is expected to take about 90 days. Built at Louisiana's Avondale --l- The brand new Waterman LASH, Benjamin Harrison, sails .out of the port of New York on her maiden 'round-the-world voyage. • 1 XJ2)G 5)T*f* all Waterman's vessels. as are Shipyard, the Benjamin Harrison All-in-all, Waterman, one of can carry up to 25,500 tons of general cargo. The vessel has a the SIU's oldest contracted beam of 100 feet and weighs in at companies has staged a remark­ able comeback. Just a few short 32,230 gross tons. The newly-built, modern years ago. Waterman's fleet had LASH Benjamin Harrison brings dipped drastically and the com­ to nine the number of vessels in pany was in trouble. Waterman's re-emergence as a Waterman's current fleet. That fleet will grow to 13 ships by major ship operator followed on sometime next year, capping the the heels of enactment of the 1970 major rebuilding program Wa­ Merchant Marine Act. The Act's Title XI Construction Differen­ terman began in 1973. Next du^e out of Avondale tial Subsidy program allowed Shipyard will be the LASH Waterman to launch the ship­ Edward Rut ledge, slated to be building program which will have delivered later this year. The added eight new ships to the company is also constructing company's fleet between 1973 three RO/RO's at Sun Shipyard and 1981 —an average of one new in Chester, Pa. In addition. vessel every year. SlU-contracted Waterman Waterman will shortly take over the third of three LASH's from Steamship Co. has weathered Central Gulf Co. Formerly called soine rocky times in years past. the Green Valley, the ship will be But it looks like smooth sailing re-christened Button Gwynett for the veteran company in the and will be crewed by Seafarers, years ahead. Upgrading at Piney Poii '•^HERE are a number of rea- Piney Point, such as refrigeration Lundeberg School, makes this skills. At night, he can see a movie or go bowling. Food is J. sons why an SIU member or diesel training, that make a point: "It really is a matter of might want to go down to the person's QMED rating more budgeting one's time. If a mem­ plentiful, and free. Living ex­ Harry Lundeberg School to marketable. A QMED with a ber can allot one month per year penses are minimal. course in refrigeration can write for upgrading at the Point, he can upgrade. On the weekends, he can go The school is situated in a his own ticket^ He not only increase his earnings dramatic­ home to see his family. Or he can historic section of Maryland that makes top dollar: he is in total ally. A guy could ship out six . stay on base and make use of the is just an hour and a half from control of where and when he months^ stay home five months facilities: boats, swimming pools, and upgrade for one month^ He'd volleyball courts. Historic Wash­ either Baltimore or Washington. works. A lot of QMEDs overlook the make a pretty decent liying and The campus is beautiful. There is ington, D.C. is nearby, and so is specialized courses offered at an abundance of educational and still see his wife and kids." Baltimore, which boasts the best recreational facilities: pools, Piney Point. Thkt is a mistake. People will do anything for nightlife of any major American boats, a bowling alley, movies, No one can predict what changes money. The best thing about city. There are other upgradersat will occur in the maritime indus­ Piney Point is fhat one can libraries. the Point, and they all are good Most seamen, however, go to try. One thing is certain, though: increase one's earning power people. the more qualifications a member without having to do anything Piney Point because IT PAYS. As Charlie Svenson says, all it In just five or six weeks at the has, the better his chances are for disagreeable. employment. HLS, an Ordinary Seaman can For five or six weeks, a takes is a little management. And Charlie Svenson, director of member spends several hours a a little common sense. Take a increase his base monthly wage by $240.00. With overtime, Public Relations at the Harry day learning important new look for yourself: that translates into, approxi­ mately, an extra $2,500 for every six month period that he works. Even in these inflation-ridden MONTHLY MONTHLY TIME NEW times, $2,500 is damn good RATING RATE BASE RATE AT HLS RATING money. $ 876.77 O.S. $1105.68 4 weeks A.B. What is true for an O.S. is $1015.20 Wiper 4 weeks FOWT equally true for a wiper or a $1105.68(Engine utility-messman. In five or six $1243.77 weeks at Piney Point, members Utility) who sail under these ratings can FOWT $1243.77 $1688.65 12 weeks QMED raise their base monthly wages by Utilityman/ $100-$300. Messman $ 847.57 6 weeks Assistant In just several visits at Piney $1150.14 Cook Point, over a two or three year Assistant period, a wiper can upgrade from Cook $1150.14 6 weeks Cook & the lowest rating in the engine $1296.66 room to QMED. QMEDs make Baker * Cook & Baker $1,688.65 a month base pay. $1296.66 $1327.99 6 weeks Chief Cook With overtime, it's a hell of a lot $1688.65 Chief Steward more. (See el. require­ Of course, a QMED rating is ments) not.the end of the line. There are Chief Cook $1327.99 $1688.65 6 weeks Chief Steward specialized courses offered at The Bottom Line Is More Money i\ tf 18 / LOG / September 1930 ' • .. .-I'i • '< �• >v •;.-4i: • -•?-:• - '-*- Report of Credentials Committee on ^ Candidates for 1980 General Election of Officers, 1981-1984 Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District • 'my Ill® ' . ''M: iisS mim ^ 'A-- M- piU In iwn ''ecords of those nominated for elective office for 1981-1984 for the Seafarers International Union PoTse AlsfraSe'^h^^^^ D^vid Mahzanet, Bob Scarborough.-Frank Teti (committee chJ^rS anr whoisheadonhe^ Pete McDonald, seated second from right. Center. Faye and McDonald were present to hand over official nominations and records of nominees. Fallowing is the complete text of the Report of the Credentials Committee, which examined the credentials of candidates for elective office or job in the Seqfarers International Union, AGUWD for the years 1981 to 1984. The report was presented to the membership initudfy at the regubtr membersh^f meeting in the port of New York on Sept. 8,1980 and was acted on affirmatively by the membersh^. The same procedure will take phtce at all regular numbershgt meetings m the month of September. W E, the undersigned members of the Credentials Committee, were duly elected at the regular membership meeting held in Headquarters—Port of New York on August 4,1980. We have examined the credentials of candidates for elective office or job in the Seafarers International Union of North America—Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District for the years 1981-1984, in accordance with Article XI, Section 1, and submit the following report. Your Committee qualified or disqualified those members who submitted for office based upon the Union Constitution, particularly those provisions contained in Articles XII and XIII. We also took into consideration the provisions contained in the merger agreements between the SIUNAAGLIWD and Marine Cooks & Stewards Union as well as the SIUNAAGLIWD and the Inland Boatmen's Union-A&G pertaining to the election of officers. The applicable Constitutional provisions are as follows: ARTICLE XII, Qualifications for Officers, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Patrolmen and Other Elective Jobs. the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes, or if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days; and (d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; (e) He is not disqualified by law. He is hot receiving a pension from this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or from a Union-Management Fund to which Fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union. (1) He has not sailed in a licensed capacity aboard an American flag merchant vessel or vessels within 24 consecutive months immediately prior to the opening of nominations. Section 2. All candidates for, and holders of, other elective jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union, Section 3. All candidates for, and holders of elective offices and jobsv | whether elected or appointed in accordance with this Constitution, shall j maintain full book membership in good standing. •T ''mi jm ARTICLE XIII—Elections for Officers, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents and Patrolmen Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2(b) of this Article, any full book member I may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, by delivering or[ office of Secretary-Treasurer at at i hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or causing ^ r to ^ be delivered in person, Person, to to the tne otlice ol the the Secretary-Treasurer Patrolman providedheadquarters, or sending, a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, (a) He has at least three (3) years of seatitne in an unlicensed capacity This letter ,oard an American-nan merchant vessel nr vessels In cm tin. ,1™. Contain the following: aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels. In computing time, (a) The name of the candidate. time spent in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in (b) His home address and mailing address. any employment at the Union's direction, shall count the same as seatime. (c) His book number. Union records. Welfare Plan records and/or company records can be used (d) the title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including! to determine eligibility; and the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Agent or| (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Patrolman. Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination; and (e) Proof of citizenship. (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed (I) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates, capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with (gf In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials! this Union or one jjundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment to forwarding his credentials. at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January 1 and Continued on Page 20 -'ft September 1980 / LOG / 19 -..•ft, /.;••. - • y r'y. -rr , "ft i �rf-T Coi¥iin iH"©© • ^ •-. •r>» i; Continued from Page 19 (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the >roposed nominee; "I hereby certify that I am not now. nor. for the five (5) years last past, have / been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of. or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title I! or III of the Landrum-Griffin Act. or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." Dated Sigitature of Member Book No. Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. ofThe a complete signed statement of the facts rf to o«Tter S t™e copies of the Socuments supporting his of his case together wiin true p '"wMI book member may nominate any other ftdi book manber in which event such fuU book member so nominated shall comply with the nrovisions of this Article as they are set forth herein, relating to the suZronoLreSen1lals.Byreasonoftheaboveseff f-.! i ••• i^ri^TtShe Si[Mton"^^'"^^ a" • 7 # '• - I - ifc-. y. -.i,: 'M •i X ;' nommation to office, ^ All documents required herein must reach headquarters no earHer than Julv 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. ^le Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall turn them over to th& Credentials Committee upon the latter's request, Your clmittc^ Reviewed the of Merger between the SIUNA-AGLIWD and Marine Cooks and Stewards Union, particularly fnllnwini; nrovisions: "5 All MCS elected or appointed regular officers shaU continue to be employed by A&G in such capacity as A&G may determine for the balance of the term of A&G elected officers, which subject to new elections, erminate in December 1980." "8. All MCS full book members in good standing, possessing such status pursuant to Article III of the MCS Constitution in effect immediately prior to this merger shall be full book members' under the terms of the A&G Consititution which is hereafter set forth, without payment of any A&G initiation fee. A suspended MCS full book member as defined in Article III, Section 3 ofthe above MCS Constitution shall not possess the aforesaid full book member' status in the A&G unless within ninety (90) days after the effective date of this merger he has paid all his union monetary obligations past due in an amount which was then required in addition to dues which may be required under the A&G Constitution." "10. Upon approval of the merger in the manner hereinafter provided, dues obligations of former MCS inembers in the A&G shall accrue and be payable for the third calendar quarter of 1978 in the amount as provided by the A&G Constitution. The foregoing shall be in addition to any other union monetary obligation that such MCS members had to MCS%rthe period prior to July 1, 1978 and which pursuant to paragraph 6(a) of this Agreement are assigned to A&G upon approval of this merger." "11. In connection with Article XII of the A&G Constitution hereafter set forth which constitutes the qualifications for candidates for union office, the terms, 'union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates', shall in addition to being applicable to the A&G be equally applicable to the MCS prior to this merger; the term 'Welfare Plan records', shall in addition to being applicable to the Welfare Plan to which A&G is a party shall be equally applicable to the Welfare Plan to which MCS was a party prior to this merger; the term 'seatime in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an Americanflag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union', shall be equally applicable to such vessels covered by contract with the MCS prior to this merger." 12. ror For au all purposes "iz. puipu»c» of ui the mw A&G Constitution hereafter set forth, the ..... term 'good standing' or 'continuous good standing in the Union' shall include such status of members in the MCS prior to this merger." "13. The A&G Constitution hereafter set forth, provides in Article XI11, Section 2(e) thereof, that candidates for office who were nominated and qualified in previous elections for any office or enumerated jobs, shall be conclusively presumed to possess the qualifications for such office or job. 20 / LOG / September 1980 ''•••f: "^r,- S.-: :; .h required by such Constitution's provision Article XII, Section 1(a), to wit, 'at least three (3) years seatime,' more specifically set forth in such latter Article and Section. It is understood that such conclusive presumption shall not be appUcable however, to eligibUity candidacy for any office or job in any MCS elections which were held and conducted prior to the instant merger." ^ "15, All A&G members' regular calendar quarterly dues as provided in Article V, Section 1(a) of the A&G Constitution hereafter set forth, is $50 (X) In addition, the amount of A&G members' regular working dues is as provided in Article V, Section 1(b) of said A&G Constitution. Upon merger approval as hereafter provided, and commencing with July 1, 1978, all former MCS members shall pay both the regular and working dues as their constitutionally required dues at times and in the amounts provided for in such Article V, Section 1(a) and (b)." Your Committee also reviewed the meiger agreemeni between the SIUNA-AGLIWD and the InlatuI Boatmen's Umon of the SIUNAAGLIWD, particularly the following provisions; *^3. All IBU elerted regular officers, to wit. National Director, Area and AU IBU membets in good standtng, possessmgsuch statujutSMantto the IBU Constitution in effect pnor to thts merger shall be TuU book members' under the terms of the A&G Constitution as amended and which Constitution shall be hereafter set forth. A suspended IBU member as so defined in the present IBU Consti^tion, shall not p^^s membership status in the A&G unless within W days after the effective date of this merger, he has paid to the A&G all his IBU union monetary obligations past due^ approval of the merger in the manner hereafter provided, dues and initiation^obligations of fomer IBU meml^re to A&G and be payable for the fourth calendar quarter of 1976 (October-Decemlxr). The foregoing shall be in addition to any other union monetary ob igaiion that such union member had to the IBU for th^ penod pnor to October 1, ,976, and which pursuant to Paragraph'4'of this agreement is assigned to A&G upon approval of this merger. . r A n^ I" connection with Article XII^ Sections 1(a) and (c) of the A&G Constitution hereafter set forth, and which sets forth qualifirations for elective office or job, the term -union, its used therein shall, in addition to teing applicable to the A&G, be equal y applicable to the IBU, prior to this merger." "9. For all purposes of the A&G Constitution hereafter set terms 'good standing or continuous good standing in the union, sha include such status of members in the IBU prior to this merger. "12 (h) A&G has advised that with respect to Article V, Section 1(b) o is amended Constitution, to date, the membersfep has determined that i s provisions be applicable solely where vacatidn benefits are negotiated effective on or after September 15, 1975, and provided such negotiated vacation benefit be increased by not less than $350.00 per year tor a tuii year's employment, over that in effect on September 15, 1975." ^ Further, in order to ascertain the meaning of the term "member m good standing" which is used in Artide XII, Subsection 1(b), the^ Committee referred to Artide XXIV, Sectioa 9 of our Constitution which reads as follows: "S^on 9. The term, 'member in good standing', shall mean a memoer whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term 'member,' shall mean a member in good standing." Your Committee also referred to Article XXIV, Section 13 for the definition qf the term "seatune". This section reads as follows: "Section 13. The term 'seatime' shall include employment upon any navigable waters, or days of employment in a contracted employer unit represented by this Union." We abo noted in Article XXIV, Section 14, the meaning of the term w an unlicensed capacity aboard an A maicanflag merchant vesselor vesse This portion of the Constitution reads as follows: "Section 14. The term 'in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American 1 ag merchant vessel or vessels,' shall include persons employed in an unlicense or licensed capacity aboard dredges, tugboats, towboats and similar vess used to tow, propel, or push barges or other conveyances or assist mere an^ vessels in docking or undocking, or persons otherwise employed m contracted employer unit represented by the Union." . After full and careful deliberations, the Committee made its decisions an sent appropriate notification to candidates. The ultimate decisions o t i Continued on Page 21 �@ - • -k Report of Credentials Committee Continuedfrom Page 20 Luige lovino, I-11 Qualified Credentials in order, Committtee are later set forth. In arriving at these ultimate decisions, the Earl I, "Emil" Lee, Jr., L-8001 .Qualified ....Credentials in order, Committee was most concerned with carrying out a stated principle of our Frank Mongelli, M-1111 Qualified ....Credentials in order, Union which is that "every qualified member shall have the right to Carl L. Peth, III, P-755 ... .Qualified ... .Credentials in order, nominate himself for, and, if elected or appointed, to hold office in this George Ripoll, R-708 Qualified ... .Credentials in order, Union." Trevor Robertson, R-723 ...Qualified Credentials in order, In connection with the foregoing, we have also consulted with the Robert Selzer, S-1258 Qualified Credentials in order. Secretary-Treasurer who, under our Constitution, has the obligation to insure appropriate election procedures as legally required (Article XIII, PHILADELPHIA AGENT Qualified Credentials in order. Section 7). Our Secretary-Treasurer has further consulted with the Union's Ted Babkowski, B-1 Counsel as to the law applicable in Union nominations and elections. PHILADELPHIA JOINT PATROLMAN Robert N. "Joe" Air, A-61 . .Qualified Credentials in order. Stephen J. Papuchis, P-5198 Qualified ... .Credentials in order. Review of Credentials The following is^ a complete listing of all men who submitted their credentials to the Committee. Their names and the office or job for which they submitted such credentials are listed in the order in which this Committee feels they should be placed on the general ballot, that is, in alphabetical order under the office or job for which they run, and that the Ports, following the Headquarters' offices, beginning with Boston, be arranged on the ballot geographically, as has been done in the past. After each man's name and book number is his qualification or disqualification, followed by the reason for that decision. BALTIMORE AGENT George Costango, C-5795 .. .Qualified ....Credentials in order. BALTIMORE JOINT PATROLMAN Richard H. Aveiy, Jr., A-200I7 Qualified ....Credentials in order. Robert A. Pomerlane, P-437 Qualified Credentials in order MOBILE AGENT D. L. (Sheriff) Dickinson, ;D-227 Qualified . Thomas L. Glidewell, G-467 Qualified . President Leo Cronsohn, C-801 Qualified .. , .Credentials in order. Frank Drozak, D-22 ..Qualified .. .Credentials in order. Sidney Rothman, R-325 ....Disqualified .Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to nomination. Does not have 100 days seatime from January 1,1980 to time of nomination. MOBILE JOINT PATROLMAN Jack M. Dalton, D-337 Qualified ,. Hubert Hollis Johnson, J-192 Qualified .. Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-1358.... Qualified .. Oscar M. Raynor, R-520 ... Disqualified EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Anthony C. Aronica, A-449 .Qualified ... .Credentials in order. Ed Turner, T-8001 Qualified ... .Credentials in order. Darry Sanders, S-2016 .. .~T% Qualified George Vukmir, V-269 Qualified Credentials in order. Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS AGENT Gerald A. Brown, B-II59 ...Qualified Credentials in order. SECRETARY-TREASURER Joseph DiGiorgio, D-2 Qualified Credentials in order. Angus "Red" Campbell C-217 Qualified Credentials in order. Robert O'Rourke, 0-3 .... .Qualified ...;Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST Joe Sacco, S-1287 Qualified Credentials in order. HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Jack Bluitt, B-15 Qualified ....Credentials in John Fay, F-363 Qualified Credentials in George McCartney, M-948 ..Qualified Credentials in Steven Troy, T-485 .Qualified Credentials in NEW YORK AGENT Jack Caffey, C-1010 HOUSTON AGENT Louis Guarino, G-520 ..... .Qualified Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Mike Sacco, S-1288 Qualified Credentials in order. -4' .Credentials in order. .Credentials in order. .Credentials in order. . Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. fM. NEW ORLEANS JOINT PATROLMAN Donald C. Anderson, A-5244 Qualified Credentials in order. Leo Bonser, B-1193 Qualified ... .Credentials in order. James E. Todd. T-512 Disqualified .Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Mike Worley, W-752 Qualified Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Leon Hall, Jr., H-125 .Qualified /i- .Credentials in order. .Credentials in order. , - order. order. order. order. Qualified ... .Credentials in order. NEW YORK JOINT PATROLMAN Perry Ellis. E-295 Disqualified • Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination Does not have 100 days seatime from January I. 1980 to time of nomination. , Ernesto V. Erazo. E-34 .....Disqualified Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Does not have 100 days seatime from January 1, 1980to time of nomination. Horace Hamilton, H-8001 . .Qualified ... .Credentials in order. Credentials in order. HOUSTON JOINT PATROLMAN Patrick Pillsworth, P-I079 . .Qualified '... .Credentials in order. John Ruiz, R-1116 .Qualified Credentials in order. Harmando Salazar, S-I966 ..Qualified Credentials in order. F. E. "Gene" Taylor, T-I80 .Qualified Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO AGENT Juan J. Reinosa, R-70 Qualified Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO JOINT PATROLMAN Dominic "Frank" Boyne, B-8 Qualified ... .Credentials in order. Gentry Moore, M-8001 Qualified ... .Credentials in order. DETROIT AGENT Jack Allen, A-674 Qualified ... .Credentials in order. DETROIT JOINT PATROLMAN Byron F. Kelley, K-12039 ...Qualified ....Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS AGENT James A.O. Martin, M-5290 Qualified Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS JOINT PATROLMAN M. Joe Sigler, S-2101 Qualified Credentials in order." , • Disqualifications As you will note in the foregoing sections of the Committee's Report, the provisions of the SlU Constitution governing election procedures made it mandatory that some of the nominees be disqualified. In light of these Continued on Page 22 September 1980 / LOG / 21 m-- i' • " •' i*. �/ X ' hz'y- .-:d!;-iv. Report of Credentials Committee Continued from Page 21 •j /' f ; n f"" •*j %!>; •' •• : '-T' •-r x - circumstances, the Committee wishes to call to the attention of all members, the necessity of following all requirements and procedures, which are established by our Constitution to govern eligibility to candidacy to Union office. However, at this time the Committee particularly desires to point out the provisions of Article Xlll, Section 2(c) of the Constitution, which spell out in detail the right of a disqualified candidate to appeal from the decision of the Credentials Committee and how he does it. In compliance with Article XIII, Section 2(b) of our Constitution, and in an attempt to give every nominee every consideration, and to try to prevent any disqualification by this Committee, David T. Manzanet, Book UM1412, and Juan J. Patino, Book ffP-622, of the Credentials Committee, remained at the entrance of the Headquarters building of the Union until midnight of Friday, August 15, 1980, to receive any credentials that might have been delivered either by mail or by hand after the closing of business hours by the Union. The Committee points out, that in the President's Fre-Balloting Report approved by the membership as per the Constitution, and published in the May SEAFARERS LOG, the exact offices and jobs for Which nominations were to be made, was set forth. In passing upon the credentials for certain of the nominees, this Committee had to make a number of disqualifications, and the following are the details relative to each of those disqualifications: 1. Sidney Rothman, R-325—Candidate for President. Based upon an examination of available Union records. Brother Rothman has failed to establish that he has one hundred (100) days of seatime between January 1, 1980 and the time ofnomination, as required by Article Xll, Section 1(c) of our Constitution, which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION I—Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January I and the time of nomination in the election year, except ifsuch seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon isforfixed days withequal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoirig one hundred (100) days;". Brother Rothman was disqualified also under the provisions of Article XII, Section 1(b) of the Union Constitution which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;" Union records indicate that Brother Rothman paid his dues for the 2nd Quarter of 1980 on May 8,1980 whereas they should have been paid no later than April 30, 1980, and there is no record of dues payment for the 3rd Quarter of 1980 which were due no later than July 30, 1980. Union records further reveal that the above monetary payment requirements were not excused by reason of the provisions of Article III, Section 3, hereafter set forth: ARTICLE III, SECTION 3—Members more than one quarter in arrears in dues ^hall be automatically suspended, and shall forefeit all benefits and all other rights and privileges in the Union. They shall be automatically dismissed if they are more than two quarters in arrears in dues. An arrearage in dues shall be computed from the first day of the applicable quarter, but this tirne shall not run: (a) While a member is actually participating in a strike or lockout. (b) While a member is an in-patient in a USPHS or other accredited hospital. (c) While a member is under an incapacity due to activity in behalf of the Union. (d) While a member is in the armed services of the United States, provided th&member was in good standing at the time of entry into the armed forces, and further provided he applies for reinstatement within ninety (90) davs after discharge from the armed forces. (e) While a member has no opportunity to pay dues, because of employment aboard an American-flag merchant vessel. The provision of this Subsection (e) shall be inapplicable when such merchant vessel is operating upon the Great Lakes or upon the harbors, rivers or territorial waters Of the United States." 22 / LOG / September 1980 . >: \ Your Committee also referred to the following relevant provisions of the Constitution: "ARTICLE V, SECTION 1—All members' dues shall consist of: (a) dues in effect on July 1, 1975, which shall be paid quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter, except as herein otherwise provided, and; (b) the sum of $50.00for each ninety days worked in twelve consecutive months forxontracted employers and for days worked subsequent to such first ninety days in such twelve consecutive months, which are less than ninety, a pfoportionate sum of such $50.00 which shall be equal to the percentage which such worked days bear to ninety days. Dues payable under this subsection (b) shall be payable on the day that the member receives payment for his earned compensatory credit on account of having worked such days, anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, and shall .become effective as to members in the manner designated and determined by majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provided for in Article XII, Section I (a) and (c) shall pay, in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately above, the'sum of Fifty ($50.00) Dollars quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than thefirst business day of each quarter, while so.employed." "ARTICLE XXIV, SECTION 9. The term 'member in good standing,' shall mean a member whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term 'member,' shall mean a member in good standing." Based upon the Constitutional provisions set forth above, this Committee, as per Article Xlll, Section 2(c) and in order to assure adequate^ notice of its decision, informed Brother Rothman of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 7, 1980 to the address listed by him in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a letter which was sent Special Delivery-Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested, dated Augusts, 1980 from the Committee to Brother Rothman that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. Enclosed with the letter was a copy of the Union Constitution in the event Brother Rothman wishes to appeal the disqualification decision of the Committee. . ; 2. Perry Ellis, E-295—Candidate for Joint Patrolman, Port of New York. Based upon an examination of available Union records, Brother Ellis has failed to establish that he has one hundred (100) days of seatime between January I, 1980 and the time of nomination, as required by Article XII, Section 1 (c), of our Constitution which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, provided: (e) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office or job of the Union, its subsidiaries and it affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January I arid the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon isfor fixed days with equal amount of days\ off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days;". Further, Union records indicate that Brother Ellis paid his dues for the 2nd Quarter of 1980 on June 10, 1980, whereas they should have been paid no later than April 30, 1980. Accordingly, he was disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Sectibn 1(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;" Based upon the constitutional provisions set forth above, and further supported by Article 111, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously referred to and contained herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Ellis for the job of Joint Patrolman-Port of New York. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our j Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Ellis of his disqualification by radiogram sent on August 8, 1980 to the vessel stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the radiogram was followed by a Special Delivery-Certified'Mail Return Continued on Page 23 " -1-" •• �Report of Credentials Committee Continued from Page 22 Receipt Requested letter dated August 8, 1980 from the Committee to Brother Ellis that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Ellis would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. 3. Efnesto V. Erazo, E-34—Candidate for Joint Patrolman-Port of New York. Union records indicate that Brother Erazo did not pay his dues for the 4th Quarter of 1977 until December 30, 1977, whereas they should have been paid no later than October 30, 1977; he did not pay his 1 st Quarter 1978 dues until March 31, 1978, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1978; and he did not pay his dues for the 2nd Quarter of 1978 until May 10, 1978, whereas they should have been paid no later than April 30, 1978. Brother Erazo was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XIi; Section 1(b), which reads as follows; "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination." Further, based upon ah examination of available Union records. Brother Erazo has failed to establish that he has one hundred (100) days of seatime between January 1, 1980 and the time of nomination, as required by Article XI1, Section 1(c) of our Constitution which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION I. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an A merican-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (WO) days of employment with, or in any office or job of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affdiates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January I and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days;" Based upon the constitutional, provisions set forth above, and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously referred to and contained herein, the Committee disqualfied Brother Er^zo for the job of Joint Patrolman-Port of New York. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Erazo of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 15, 1980 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Special Delivery-Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 15,1980 from the Committee to Brother Erazo that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Erazo would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. 4. Oscar M. Raynor, R-520—Candidate for Joint Patrolman—Port of Mobile. Based upon an examination of Union records. Brother Raynor did not pay his 1st Quarter 1979 dues until April 30, 1979, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1979. Further, that he did not pay his 1st Qtr. 1980 dues until May 1, 1980, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1980. Brother Raynor was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article Xll, SectioiT 1(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative. Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination:" Your committee's decision was further supported by Article 111, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously quoted herein. As per the requirements of Article Xlll, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Raynor of his disqualification by radiogram sent on August 13, 1980 to the vessel stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the radiogram was followed by a Special Delivery-Certified M.ail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 13, 1980 from the Committee to Brother Ravnor that set forth the reason for his disqualification for thejob of Joint Patrolman-Port of Mobile. A copy of the Union Constitution was also sent ajonc with the aforementioned letter so that he would have available the procedure to be followed should he wish to appeal the decision of the Committee. 5. James E. Todd, T-512—Candidate for Joint Patrolman—Port of New Orleans. Based upon an examination of available Union records. Brother Todd did not pay his 4th Quarter 1977 dues until January 20, 1978, whereas they should have been paid no later than October 30, f977. Further, records indicate that Brother Todd paid his dues for the 2nd Quarter of 1978 on May 16, 1978, when they should have been paid no later than April 30,1978. Our Union Constitution provides: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold,'any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;" Based upon the provisions of Article Xll, Section 1(b), and further supported by Article 111, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9 previously carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Todd for the job of Joint Patrolman—Port of New Orleans. In accordance with the requirements of Article Xlll, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Todd of his disqualification by radiogram sent on August 8, 1980 to the vessel stated in his letter of nomination. M oreover, the radiogram was followed by a Special Delivery-Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 8, 1980 from the Committee to Brother Todd that set forth the reason for his disqualification. Along with the aforementioned letter, the Committee sent a copy of the Union Constitution so that he would have available the procedure to be used should he wish to appeal the disqualification decision of the Committee. Conclusion The membership can readily see from the foregoing report, that your Committee has made every effort possible within the confines of our Constitution to qualify every nojminee. All credentials received as of Tuesday, August 5, 1980, were turned over to the Committee in good order at 9:00 A.M. on that date, and those, received by mail subsequently, but not later than August 15, 1980, have similarly been furnished to the Committee in good order. All credentials have been examined in strict accordance with the Constitution. Any defect in the credentials disposed of by the Committee has been the sole responsibility of the sender and no person adversely affected by such defect has denied this to the Committee. The Committee, in closing out its report this day, had turned over to it credentials of Brother Charles L. Shirah, S-309, for nomination for office of Joint Patrolman, Port of Mobile. These credentials were received by the Brooklyn Post Office some time this morning, August 18, 1980, as noted on the envelope, and delivered Special Delivery to the Union by the Post Office on or about 9:30 A.M. Our Constitution, Article Xlll, Section 1, specifically states that all credentials mu^t reach headquarters no later than August 15th of the election year. In fact, two members of the Committee were present at Union Headquarters on August 15th up to 12 Midnight to receive any timely nominations. None was received. Under the Constitution, any candidate has more than sufficient time for nomination to office. He has almost unlimited time to file his credentials, as long as they are received within the thirty-day period July 15-August 15. We also note that Brother Shirah did not post his credentials until July 29,1980. In view of the clear constitutional language and most liberal opportunity for a member to timely nominate himself, we find this candidate unqualified. Fraternaly submitted, CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE Frank Teti, T-93, Deck Dept. Chairman David T. Manzanet, M-I412, Deck Dept., Edward Polise, P-74, Engine Dept. Juan J. Patino, P-622, Engine Dept. V ' ^ , Bob L. Scarborough, S-I440, Steward Dept. Otis Paschal, P-752, Steward Dept. Dated: August 18, 1980 .• -'• •' - • 3 �*«iWI At Sea Ashore New York The SlU-contracted Cove Shipping Co. early last month applied to MARAD for Title XI financing to build four new 52,200 dwt, 11,400 diesel hp product tankers. Each vessel would cost about $71.6 million. Deliveries would be in 1981 and 1982 by an unnamed builder. Cove now has 10 tankers, all under 70,000 dwt. SS United States 'I "'•' ^ If all ends well, the creme de la creme of the U.S. passenger liners, the SS United States (US Cruises) will be cruising again by the end of 1981. The 990-foot luxury liner, which holds the world's transatlantic speed mark, is now in drydockat the Norfolk Shipyard. She last sailed in 1969. Seattle builder and realtor Richard A. Hadley paid MARAD $2.5 million in May toward the $5 million purchase price. Soon the Hawaiian tycoon will ask MARAD for a long term Title XI construction loan. Refurbishing will cost around an estimated $70 million. Plans call for a new deckf, two tennis courts, three outdoor swimming pools (one indoor pool is already on the ship) six restaurants featuring American, Continental, Polynesian, French, health, fast food and English fare and 25 shops a mile long. ^ If U.S. Cruises raises the cash to refit the United States and successfully settles a pending law suit, the BIG US will cruise six months a year between the West Coast and Hawaii and six months around-the-world. Ports Newark-Elizabeth, NJ. The 54-year-old, 7,4I4-fo6t N.J. Central Railroad Bridge spanning Newark Bay (N.J.), which was a navigational hazard to giant containerships sailing between Ports Newark and Elizabeth and the port of New York, is undergoing demolition. Dynamiters have already blasted away the cement counterweights on the little used 134-foot east lift span dropping it into a closed position. Then the east span was blown away. Meanwhile, the west channel re­ mains open since May. The bridge has been little used since the 1960s when the railroad and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad cut back their commuter and freight runs. Recently the west lift span was dynamited leaving the east and west towers to be blown down with the remaining bridge deck to be removed piece-by-piece. The entire prgject, with dredging of a 600-foot wide channel, is set for completion by next March. Mobile Waterman Steamship has on order a new LASH turbine ship totaling 43,000 dwt at Avondale Shipyards, New Orleans. The 32,000 hp LASH is worth $70 million. Waterman also has on order three R/O R/O vessels totaling 70,500 dwt at Sun Shipyard, Chester, Pa. The 32,000 hp ships will cost $207.1 million to build. Great Lakes \ American Steamship has on order two bulk carriers totaling 27,000 dwt at the Bay Shipyard, Sturgeon Bay, Wise. The 7,000 hp ships are worth $55 million. SS Manukai and Manulani New Orleans LOOP The nation's first oil port for supertankers, the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (LOOP) is due to pump its first barrels of oil—a quarter of the U.S. imports—in the spring. Most of the major construction was finished late last month. When the $640-millioft port is completed, 500,000 dwt supertankers will offload enough crude to make gasoline to fill 8.5 million auto gas tanks. Supports and decks for the offshore platforms have been set up at the site 19 miles in the Gulf south of Grand Isle. Four-story mooring buoys have been towed to the LOOP and were set in place. Underground oil storage caves, big enough to hold a 5-day supply for the U.S., are being drilled near Golden Meadow, La. Pipelines 4-feet in diameter to the shore have been laid. Since it takes 300 barrels of fuel a year to run the steam whistles on the Manukai and SS Manulani (Matson Line) they are being replaced with electric whistles. The brand new 720-foot, 38,800 dwt SS Kauai and SS Maui containerships on the West coast-Hawaii run were built with electric whistles. Matson also has on order one 26,000 dwt turbine containership of 32,000 hp worth $75.5 million at the Sun Shipyard, Chester, Pa. Ogden Marine Ogden Marine has on order two products diesel tankers totaling 84,000 dwt at the Avondale Shipyards, New Orleans. The 15,000 hp ships will cost $100 million to build. 't:" Del Mundo Committee Monthly Idembership Meetings Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Port New York Philadelphia • Baltimore Norfolk ............. Jacksonville ......... Algonac ......... Houston New Orleans ^ "fel ':*'. •'. - Mobile San Francisco ....... Wilmington Seattle Piney Point San Juan -: -* v; SlU Rep Teddy Babkowski (seated center) makes out dues receipt for Chief Steward G. T. Aquino (on his left) secretary-reporter of the SS DelMundo {DeWa Line) at a payoff on Aug. 11 at Port Newark, N.J. The rest of the Ship's Committee and a crawmember are (standing left) Educational Director U.H. Sanders Jr. and (seated l^o r.) Deck Delegate Rex A. Rayner, Recertified Bosun Clifton Jordan, ship's cbairman; 3rd Cook Glenn D'Ambrosio and Steward Delegate Diane Micherie>. Columbus .......... Chicago ............. Port Arthur St. Louis Cleveland Honolulu ... Oct. Qct- 7 Oct, 8 Oct. 9 Oct.' 9 Oct. 10 Oct. 13 Oct. 14 Oct. 15 Oct. 16 Oct. 20 Oct. 24 Oct. 11 Oct. 9 Oct. 18 Oct. 14 Oct. 14 Oct. 17 Oct. 16 Oct. 9 2:30p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30p.m. ............ 9:30a.m 2:00 p.m. ...\ ........ 2:30 p.m , 2:30 p.m. 2:30p.m. ............ ...' 2:30p.m. v....... 2:30p.m. 2:30 p.m. ............'.2:30 p.m. ..............T0:30a.m. .... 2:30p.m .............. - ^ 2:30p.m. 2:3(Tp.m ......... .. 2;30p.m. ...... UIW 7:00p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Deposit in the SIU Blood Bank— It s Your Life 24 / LOG / September 1980 - • . -v.'-':' �-JlJj 'r- 'L Directory SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters United Industrial Workers of North America Frank Drozak, president Joe OiGiorgio, secretary-treasurer Leon Hall, vice president Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president Mike Sacco, vice president Joe Sacco, vice president Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea JULY 1-31, 1980 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Grouos Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Boston .<... New York Philadelphia ...... Baltimore .i Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston PineyPoint ...-. Yokohama Totals 16 38 23 39 10 68 1 484 2 31 3 13 8 10 7 16 "12 13 10 17 2 31 2 0 177 0 13 1 1 9 3 0 1 5 6 8 5 2 8 2 0 64 Port 0 73 6 16 9 15 18 66 30 37 19 62 20 68 1 2 442 0 39 4 17 9 15 21 37 16 16 7 22 16 37 11 1 268 0 5 0 4 2 1 0 4 1 5 7 7 3 8 2 0 49 8 161 18 40 34 16 28 131 59 80 36 46 13 111 0 5 786 6 55 5 18 17 8 8 24 20 17 19 22 3 35 0 • 0 257 •i 22 1 6 17 5 1 6 7 o 16 17 0 13 0 0 123 4 143 7 36 30 11 26 106 29 62 16 38 9 97 0 1 615 4 69 10 12 13 7 12 38 11 11 12 18 6 28 . 0 0 251 4 13 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Boston TTT. New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington ... Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama .... Totals .......... 2 87 .......... 15 .......... 25 52 19 31 12 31 8 64 1 1 380 .......... 3 34 7 7 9 5 9 18 11 5 6 11 5 27 3 0 160 0 3 1 2 3 1 0 2 2 2 2 3 0 0 0 0 21 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Yokohama Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 3 77 8 18 4 • 7 25 58 14 36 9 38 13 42 1 • 0 353 0 19 3 11 7 6 11 16 11 16 11 16 13 29 8 1 178 0 1 1 1 0 1 . 1 0 1 2 0 2 1 1 0 0 12 •4 5 3 0 6 4 1 7 9 0 5 0 0 61 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 55 1 ;.... ......... ; 11 10 3 16 32 13 15 8 .19 6 33 1 1 224 4 21 4 6 4 1 0 3 1 4 3 3 3 4 5 0 66 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 11 5 6 1 1 1 1 30 Port Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore..... Norfolk Tampa Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ....... San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Pmey Point Yokohama Totals ... Totals AllDepartments 0 , 39 1 16 3 2 14 29 11 22 5 24 16 36 2 1 221 0 36 3 10 9 2 10 15 7 1 1 19 8 30 31 0 182 0 0 2 1 4 1 1 2 0 4 4 3 1 1 1 1 26 2 72 6 14 22 5 20 54 24 32 17 24 10 54 0 0 356 5 41 • 3 8 6 1 3 14 4 14 5 4 2 3 0 1 114 0 9 0 1 3 2 0 2 2 28 13 11 1 0 0 0 72 6 39 7 11 16 4 6 37 12 25 11 17 9 27 0 1 228 11 268 40 47 59 18 22 99 65 70 51 40 16 74 0 0 880 3 183 6 19 28 7 9 32 21 105 128 36 9 54 0 0 640 1,985 1,502 896 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 3 8 10 2 4 18 7 16 4 16 8 22 1 0 144 4 121 22 25 29 19 17 59 24 30 26 26 14 51 40 2 509 1 62 5 11 10 4' 7 11 6 24 46 11 9 20 0 0 227 1,232 912 342 2 ......... ......... ......... ;.. 1.016 628 87 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. '•"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of Ju ly was good to excellent in all A&G deep sea ports, as it has been for the last several {years. A total ofl,731jobswereshipped last month toSIU-contracted deepsea vessels.Ofthese,onlyl,016 or slightly more than half, were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B"and "C" seniority people. Shipping jis expected to remain good to excellent for the forseeable future. HEADQUARTERS 675 4 Ave.. Bklyn. 11232 (212) HY 9-6600 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-9375 ALPENA, Mich 800 N, 2 Ave. 49707 (517) EL 4-3616 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) EA 7-4900 BOSTON. Mass 215 Essex St. 02111 (617) 482-4716 CHICAGO, ILL. 9383 S. Ewing Ave. 60617 (312) SA 1-0733 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) MA 1-5450 COLUMBUS, Ohio 4937 West Broad St. 43228 (614) 870-6161 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts JBuilding 55802 (218) RA 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich P.O. Box D 415 Main St. 49635 (616) 352-4441 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 63 Rogers St.01903 - (617) 283-1167 HONOLULU, Hawaii 707 Alakea St. 96813 (808) 537-5714 HOUSTON, Tex.... 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE. Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) HE 5-9424 MOBILE, Ala. ..IS. Lawrence St. 36602 (205) HE 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PORTLAND, Or. 421 S.W. 5th Ave. 97204 (503) 227-7993 PADUCAH, Ky 225 S. 7 St. 42001 (502) 443-2493 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) DE 6-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT ARTHUR, Tex. .534 9 Ave. 77640 (713) 983-1679 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 626-6793 SANTURCE, P.R. 1313 Fernandez, Juncos, Stop 20 00909 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) MA 3-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752'6500 TAMPA, Fla. 2610 W. Kennedy Blvd. 33609 (813) 870-1601 TOLEDO. Ohio ... 635 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, Calif. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (213) 549-4000 YOKOHAMA. Japan..... .P.O. Box 429 Yokohama Port P.O. 5-6 Nihon Ohdori Naka-Ku 231-91 201-7935 September 1980 / LOG / 25 �y1 I ;i-1 Skin Cancer: Occupational Hazard of Seamen C K-.J ANCER of the skin is the most common of all the cancers of man. It comprises about one-sixth of all new cancers diagnosed each year. In spite of this fact, "about 90-95 percent of all skin growths can be readily treated with early detection," says Dr. Axel W. Hoke, Chief, Dermatolagy Service of the San Francisco Public Health Service Hospital. One of the reasons most cancers of the skin can be treated successfully is how easily the body's surface skin can be reached. Precancerous or cancer­ ous tumors can be recognized by sight by a trained physician and can often be felt by the fingers while they are still very small. The location of the tumor on or under the skin eases the task of total removal. The single most important cause of cancer of the skin is the damage to surface skin cells by continued and frequent exposure to the sun's rays. Fishermen, merchant seamen and others who spend a great deal of time in the sun have enough damage to the skin to get a leathery complexion in later life. They can also develop solar keratoses, scaly spots that may turn into cancer of the skin. Tanning is the skin's immedi­ ate reaction to attack by the sun's ultraviolet light. Dermatologists (skin doctors) consider tanning a response to injury to the skin. The penetrating ultraviolet rays. depending on the dose involved. apparently kill some of the skin cells at once. Otheij^ cells are injured and the resulting tissue changes handicap the natural growth of nearby cells. Exposure to the sun's rays over long periods of time results in noticeable changes. Such changes include a mottling, or network, of brown spots mixed with yellowish areas. Later, some spots turn nearwhite from scarring. Face Cancer Common More than 90 per cent of skin cancers occur on body areas unprotected by clothing against the sun's ultraviolet light. These areas are the face, ears, and neck and the backs of the hands. Almost all cancers of the lip develop on the lower lip rather than the upper. The protruding lower lip, unprotected by the nose, is more exposed to direct ultraviolet rays. The same is true for the upper and lower eyelid since the upper eyelid is shaded by more bone. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS The evidence which indicates the sun as the primary cause of cancer of the skin is so strong that dermatologists for years have been warning the, public against over-exposure to sunlight— especially persons with blue eyes and fair skins who are particu­ larly susceptible to sun damage. What You Can Do Avoiding the effects of the sun's rays is a matter of using common sense with an under­ standing of materials available to prevent absorption of ultra-violet light by the skin. Clothing worn outdoors should be light-colored and have a tight weave—like a broadcloth shirt. Necessary lengthy exposure to the sun can be made less harmful by the use of protective clothing such as sun hats, long sleeves, and gloves. Sunscreening chemicals are being put into lotions and creams more and more today because they absorb ultraviolet light waves before they hit the skin. The better lotions allow you to stay in the sun longer with less risk of burning, and this is their chief value. However, don't expect even the best lotions to protect you from unlimited sun KNOW YOUR RIGHTS FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. ' i i' TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is: Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 - 20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU 26 / LOG / September 1980 exposure. Also, it is possible to burn through a tan. Some sun preparations that provide the best protection against burn are: A-Fil, NosKote, RV Pacque, and Zinc Oxide Ointment. When To Seek Medical Help Changes in the skin quickly become obvious. A blemish, scaling or any other defect on the skin's surface stirs instant curios­ ity as to its cause and how to get rid of it. There is no rule of thumb by which a person can identify a skin condition that is either cancerous or likely to trigger the growth of a skin tumor. When a pigmented mark or elevation or a red, scaling blemish persists, bleeds, or changes in character, (especially, in areas exposed to sunlight), it is best to seek the advice of a skin disease specialist immediately. The dermatologist deals with skin lesions so often that he becomes expert at sorting out changes or characteristics that can be considered danger signs. It is of the greatest iniportance that a tumor be clinically diagnosed as cancer before any method of treatment is selected. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of .the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights arc clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. wnuMii patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY —THE LOG- The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmfuj to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any oflicial capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are used to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports ana contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, ilnancial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify" the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 675 - 4th Avenue, Brooklyn. N.Y. 11232. �^ ^ J •r; Chicken WorkeriTv^to Pluck StrikeVictory fncfucffffg SlU, Match Agoinsf Ufffon Busting Fowl Co. I a march and raiiv was held 'N Miss, N the town of "Laurel, Laurel, Miss. ^ nnn i i ^* «*... .e . . . . a march and, rally was held recently that brought together representatives from unions, churches, civil rights and com­ munity groups from across the South. , The 4,000 marchers; including Seafarers, came together to bpxk the- 15-month strike of 200 courageous workers at Sander­ son Farms, a chicken processing plant in Laurel. Since Feb. 27, 1979 these men and women have been on strike for better working conditions and better pay from their re­ pressive employer. ' The workers, a majority of whom are black women, are members of Local 882 of the Labor and ciyil rights leaders came to help the striking workers at Sanderson Farms. From the left are: ICWU Vice President International Chemical Workers SK'l unidentified woman; United Furniture Workers Vice President Willie Rudd; ICWU President Frank Martino* Union (ICWU). Based in Akron, CWU Secretary-Treasurer William J. Sparks; Mrs. Evelyn Lowery;.Dr. Joseph Lowery. president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC); C. T. Vivian of the SCLC; Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers (ACTWU) Executive Ohio, the ICWU is an affiliate of Vice President Sol Stetin, and Mary Clayton, president of the ACTWU local union in Laurel. • the ,AFL-CIO Maritime Trades represented at the march and barely above minimum wage killing working conditions like Department whose head is SIU rally included: the Furniture ($2.95 to $3.15 an hour). those at Sanderson." President Frank Drozak. The Workers; the United Automobile The company has violated the Proud of the fact that so many MTD Executive Board has Workers; the International Occupational Safety and Health passed a resolution pledging full Union of Electrical Workers; Act, and the Equal Employment groups have come together to support this struggle, Martino support to the strikers. Amalgamated Clothing and and Child Labor Laws, accord- said, "We've been kept separate There is a nationwide AFL- Textile Workers Union; Oil iiig to ICWU. Sexual harassment and apart for too long by those ClO supported boycott in effect Chemical & Atomic Workers; was also frequent. who knew perhaps better than we against Sanderson Farms American Federation of State, The National Labor Relations that if we could forge this kind of products. They are packaged County, and Municipal Em- Board has cited the conipany for unity some changes would be under the labels Miss Goldy and ployees; Bakery and Confec­ refusing to bargain in good faith. made. We are here today to say Southern Beauty. tionary Workers; Steel workers; Unfair labor charges are pending that we will be kept separate no At the rally, one of the Sheetmetal Workers; Operating before the Board. longer." speakers was SIU New Orleans Engineers; Teamsters^ Com­ Regrettably, the way workers And echoing the feelings of the Port Agent Gerry Brown. He told munications Workers, and locals are treated at Sanderson Farms is marchers, Martino told them, the crowd that the labor of the ICWU from at least nine not unique. As Martino said at "We have come together in movement must return to the states. A large banner pro­ the march, and rally in Laurel, Laurel, and we are going to win in fighting spirit of its early days in claimed the presence of the "...we have come to jsee this Laurel, when the Sanderson order to meet the needs of Coalition of Black Trade strike and this struggle is about a workers win. And we are going to workers in the l980's. Unionists. lot more than just Sanderson go on from here to crack open the Leading the march was ICWU The march was endorsed by Farms. It's about more than just anti-union South and win President Frank D. Martino and the leaders of 175 national Laurel. All over the South, there victories for working people all Dr. Joseph E. Lowery, president organizations and 67 organiza­ are plants with inhumane and across this region." of the Southern Christian tions and ..prominent individuals Leadership Conference (SCLC), in Mississippi, a civil rights group. Many of these groups have Besides the SIU, unions formed a coalition called the Committee for Justice in Mississippi. "We have brought together the coalition that people have been hoping for throughout the decade of the 1970's," said Martino. "We have united labor, civil rights, women's and church groups, and we- don't think anybody or anything can stop us now." The magnet that pulled them together are those 200 steadfast workers. Before they went on strike, these men and women were working under primitive condi­ tions. For instance, they had Only been allowed to use the bathroom three times a week. Their work on Addressing tfie rally is SIU New the chicken processing lines, is A march for "Dignity and Justice" was held in Laurel, Miss, in support of Local882 Orleans Port Agent Gerry Brown. hard and dirty. Yet their pay was of the International Chemical VVorkers Union. September 1980 / LOG / 27 'A . ,-p.. ^n" T,:, -/X i �V :3^'."-:** • • Polish Power! Workers Strike for Liberty H in northern Poland, were the first to walk off their jobs and the first to sign an accord with the government. Hammered out in meetings be­ tween strike leaders and a team of government negotiators, the Polish government agreed to a package of demands unprecedented in a Sovietbloc country. The agreement in­ cludes: • the right of workers to strike and to form independent trade unions; • an easing of official censorship; • job promotion by merit rather than based upon membership in the Communist Party. The strikers also demanded the release of jailed political dissidents, a demand which the Polish govern­ ment has reportedly complied with. But Poland's problems did not end with the apparent settlement of the shipyard workers strikes. Even as those jubilant workers returned to their jobs and as striking longshore UNDREDS of thousands of striking workers who para­ lyzed Poland's shipyards, factories and coal mines for close td three weeks won a stunning victory this month as the Polish government bowed to their demands for workercontrolled trade unions, among other issues. Strikers at shipyards in Gdansk, Notice On Job Call Procedure (inland) When throwing in for work during a job call at any Sill Hiring Hail, boatmen must produce the foiiowing: • membership certificate (where possessed) • registration card • clinic card • seaman's papers ^'f. Legal Aid employees in the port city of Szczecin, 200 miles west of Gdansk began unloading the first of dozens of waiting ships, more than 150,000 coal miners walked off their jobs in Silesia. The striking Polish workers captured the international limelight and stTpport from many quarters. President Carter reportedly sent messages directly to Chancellor Helmut Schmidt of West Germany, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher of Britain and Pres. Valery Giscard d'Estaing of France urging the West to "respond sympathetically" to expected requests for large-scale economic aid from Poland after all the strikes were settled. U.S. Longshoremen showed their solidarity with the striking Poles by refusing to handle Polish cargo. In addition, the United Auto Workers contributed $25,000 to an interna­ tional fund for the strikers. Dispatchers Report for inland Waters JULY l-Sl, 1980 { ; : nOTAL REGISTERED > TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups aassA ClassB ClassC , All Groups ClassA ClassB ClassC ••REGISTERED ON BEACR All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ":i>^'. • -V'"', Boston NewYork 0 9 Philadelphia... ••'•• ' •' 5.<, CiS^' -. -M' I?./ ' • r... San Francisco Port Arthur..... 0 n 0 0 ? 1 ? 8 I ? 1 t o l g o 9 2 9 n i ? 0 0 0 9 ? IS 0 1 18 0 J I. O O " 0 St. Louis paducS ::: Port ' Boston— NewVork Philadelphia Baltimore 73 - 0 0 5 54 0 iis •r.....— Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Ssr.:::;;:;;;::::::;:::-::::::::::; Puerto Rico • 0 0 0 0 n o 9-9 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 9 9 § 9 3 9 9 8 g 9 9 g Piney Point — Paducah..,...; Totals 9 1 5 0 0 1 . 0 9 31 le 0 0 1 9 0 1 3 6 0 0 8 0 0 8 4 0 3 0 12 55 0 0 0 7 0 1 0 5 0 0 9 0 2 10 22 0 14 0 155 225 f 0 2 0 n 0 0 0 0 n o 9.9 9 9 '0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 5 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 5 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 3 11 0 0 9 9 0 0 9 0 g g n g 9 n 8 0 9 0 0 ' 9 0 9 9 12 g 9 n 8 0 J, 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 13 19 is 255 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 0 i 9 9 8 g 9 9 8 g 9 9 8 h 9 9 i 9 1 0 9 d 12 9 9 9 3 9 A 9 1 9 9 9 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 5 12 57 132 B1 34 ^ no Boston NewYork. Philadelphia 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 San Francisco... Sis®""pSlSoRiio Houston 9 0 g 9 9 8 g 9 9 9 3 6 80 SS-:::::;;::::::;;::;::;;;::;;:;;::; :^'"¥ •" ... 0 •9 Port ! 0 0 0 0 6 0 5 3 4 2 0 8 0 0 13 35 0 8 0 9 93 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 9 9 Houston —V k'k PgArthu,..gg , Port Arthur Alconac 0 47 . Tampa I' 0 9 46 Aigonac TMh i I: o 9 _ 0 riX";:-;!::;:;;;;;::;;:;i { n S .....;. .......................... St. Louis Piney Point Paducah...... Totab .". 0 0 0 0 0 0 - 1 0 0 0 0 0 .' i' .'jT.' '"': ar" • *' Totals AllDepartments •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shippingat the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 28 / LOG / September 1980 ^ ' ' ' '' ' •5-. . In the event that any SlU members have leyal problems in the various ports, a list of attorneys whom they can constilt is beiny published,. The. mem­ ber need not choose the recommended atiorneys and this list is intended only tor iniormational purposes: > NEW YORK, N.Y. Schulman & Abarbanei 350 Fifth Avenue New York, N.Y. 10001 Tele. #(212) 279-9200 BALTIMORE, MD. , Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, ^ Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore^ Maryland 21201 Tele. #(301) 539-6967 HOUSTON, TEX. Archer & Peterson Americana Building 811 Dallas Street Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. #(713) 659-4455 TAMPA, FLA. Hamilton & Douglas, P.A. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33609 Tele. #(813) 879-9482 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF^ John Paul Jennings, Henning, Walsh & Ritchie 100 Bush Street, Suite 440 San Francisco, California 94104 Tele. #(415) 98j-4400 Philip Weltin, Esq. Weltin & Van Dam No. 1 Ecker Bid. . San Francisco, Calif. 94105 ; Tele.#(415) 777-4500 ST. LOUIS, MO. Gruenberg & Sounders 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. #(314) 231-7440 NEW ORLEANS, LA. Barker, Boudreaux, Lamy, Gardner & Foley 1400 Richards Building 837 Gravier Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70112 Tele. #(504)'586-9395 /. LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Fogel, Julber, Reinhardt & Rothschild 5900 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90036 Tele. #(213) 937-6250 MOBILE, ALA. Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Alabama 36602 Tele. #(205) 433-4904 > DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48822 Tele. #(313) 532-1220 GLOUCESTER, MASS. Orlando & Whitfe Two Main Street Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930 Tele. #(617) 283-8100 SEATTLE, WASH. Vance, Davies, Roberts, Reid & Anderson 100 West Harrison Plaza • Seattle, Washington 98119 Tele, #(206) 285-3610 CHICAGO, ILL. Katz & Friedman 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, Illinois 60603 Tele. #(312) 263-6330 •r •7 �Algonac'Great Lakes Both construction companies building the Arrowhead Bridge s^janning the Duluth, Minn.-Superior, Wise. Harbor are now under SIU contract. They are Edward Kraemer & Sons and the Johnson Brothers Co.— both top-to-bottom SIU. The bridge builders are working from both sides of the span planning to end up in the middle of the bridge when completed. The Luedtke Engineering Co. is' working on two dredging jobs. I They re deepening the harbors at Ashtabula, Ohio and Sebowaing, Mich. ! Philadelphia lOT Boatmen here have received their 3rd year of the contract wage increase of 7 percent plus a 7 percent increase in the Cost of Living Allowance (COLA). Boatmen of the lOT's Gellethin fleet also got the 14 percent wage and COLA increases. Baltimore Harbor Towing here late last tnonth took delivery of the 22 ton, 1,800 hp Tug Explorer. The tug draws 14 feet 6 inches and is 95 feet long and has a 27 foot beam. She carries a crew of seven. The company has also chartered lOT Barge 40. The barge will carry two mOn. * * * Recently Jiarbor Towing Boatmen received a 15 percent wage increase. - ,, Norfolk Northeast Towing Boatmen have ratified a new, three-year contract containing the Union's Class A Welfare Plan, Vacation Plan and a $5. a day wage hike in the first year of the contract. V Ittldnd Rivers A toll-free telephone service providing medical information for Boatmen on a 24-hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week basis is now available from the USPHS Seafarers Health Improvement Program (SHIP). The phone 800 number-dialed network will enable Boatmen to lodate the nearest USPHS Hospital, outpatient clinic or contract doctor. In the U.S., the number is 800,231-SHIP (7747). In Texas it's 800,392-SHlP. SHIP is a cooperative effort of the USPHS, Federal agencies and the inland waterways industry. About 85,000 rivermen are eligible for the service. They must have at least 60 days of worktime on a boat to be eligible. The USPHS will make no attempt to "practice medicine over the telephone" but will refer Boatmen to the closest possible medical center or hospital emergency room. Term-Tom Waterway By Oct. 15, U.S. Judge William Ready will rule on what remaining environmental and economic issues should be tried in a new suit, date to be named, challenging construction of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Rivers Waterway. The Louisville & Nashville Railroad and environmentalists are the plaintiffs. By the Year 2,000 A study finds that towbpat crew size will only be slightly reduced during the rest of the century. • Towboats will continue to be built at a rate of 90 to 110 boats a year with an average horsepower of about 4,000 hp. About 40 of them will be major river line-haul towboats exceeding 10,000 hp. • Medium speed diesel engines will be used aboard Lower Mississippi River line-haul towboats. • Bow boats will become increasingly dependable and common on line-haul intergrated tows. • The barge fleet will continue to be composed of deck, hopper and tank barges. Hopper barges of integrated box and rake configurations will continue to be built for dry bulk unit tows, but at levels below peak 1975-77 output. The tank barge fleet will grow slowly, primarily as specialized parcel compartments and independent tank barges are delivered. • Total waterborne cargo handled by mid-America's riverports will increase by 31 percent between 1980 and 1990—growing from over 900 million long tons in 1980 to almost 1.2 billion long tons in 1990. • Commodities which will have high growth rates are grains, coal, petroleum products,Tertilizers and chemicals. • Over the next 20 years, 13 locks and dams will reach capacity. Unless these bottlenecks are removed, they, along with waterway user charges, could reduce waterborne traffic by as much as 16 percent. • Oklahoma, Arkansas, Alabama, Wisconsin and Minnesota will have the largest percentage increases in traffic. Louisiana, Alabama, Illinois and Missouri can expect the greatest absolute increases in traffic. Do You Know How to Make This Work? LOT Mulls the Sale Of Tug-Barge Fleet To Southern Natural Interstate Ocean Transport (lOT) of the port of Philadelphia tenta­ tively agreed last month to sell its tug and barge business and subsidiaries for more than $100 million to Southern Natural Resources Inc. of Birmingham, Ala. lOT has assured the SIU that the sale would not affect its manning and contractual agreements. After the sale, which is subject to a final agreement and Government approvals, the lOT Corp. will continue its tanker management' services and chartering operations. NO? Well learn how—it only takes four weeks. That's right. In just four weeks, you can learn basic diesel thedry and opera­ tions. This means new job opportunities for you. Where? Aboard the diesel-powered U.S.flag ships under contract with the SIU. YES? Terrific! Then enroll in the eightweek diesel engineering course at HLS. Get your license and get ahead. Every student who took this course has gotten his license. So join the crowd of seafarers who've improved their pay and job security. • Cef Your Diesel Engineering License of HLS • Unlicensed • Course starts October 27 thru November 21 Licensed • Course starts October 27 thru December 19 Southern Natural is a holding company with interests in the energy field. lOT operates 37 tugs and 52 oil tank barges with annual revenue of more than $100 million operating in the North Atlantic, Gulf and Carib­ bean. It's owned by the Adrian S. Hooper family. He's chairman, president and chief executive officer. And hell head lOT as a unit of Southern Natural Resources. September 1980 / LOG / 29 V'' ' '.H- �Bernard Doug­ las Bums Jr., 56, died of cancer in Providence Hos­ pital, Mobile on Apr. 26. Brother Burns joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as a fireman-watertender, pump­ man and engine delegate. He also worked in the Mobile Ship Repair Yard. Seafarer Burns graduated from the Mobile Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1959. Born in La Samye Stauzzer, Miss., he was a resident of Mobile. Burial was in Catholic Ceme­ tery, Mobile. Surviving are his widow, Gertrude and a sister, Mrs. Martha Palmer of Mobile. . '^V' ._i. Waiter'^Bbckie" Doucet, 59, died of a hemorrhage in the New Orleans USPHS Hospital on Jan. 11. Bro­ ther Doucet joined I the SIU in the port I of New Orleans in 1956 sailing as a chief cook and baker. Brother Doucet began sailing in 1938. In 1964, he sailed inland with Coyle Towing, Red Circle Towing and with Dixie Carriers. He was also a ware­ houseman and worked for the Yellow Cab Co. And he was a member of the Baker's Union. Seafarer Doucet was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A native of Crowlqr, La., he was a resident of Marrero, La. Interment was in Westlaryn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, La. Surviving are his widow, Rita; four sons, Walter Jr., Joseph, Emile and Donald; three daughters, Rebecca, Mary and Cathy;a stepdaugh­ ter, Linda Dupuy; three brothers, Willard, John and Gilbert, and six grandchildren. Pensioner Hing Gay Lew, 69, died of heart failure in the Pacifica Convales­ cent Hospital, San Mateo, Calif, on Feb. 14. Brother Lew joined the MC&SU in the port of San Francisco sailing in the steward department for APL for 20 years. He first sailed in 1945. Seafarer Lew was bom in China and was a resident of San Francisco. He was a naturalized U.S. citizen. Interment was in Look San Cemetery, Colma, Calif. Surviving are his widow, Lim Lin Tai Chew See Low of Kowloon, Hong Kong; two sons, Eugene of Daly City, Calif, and Yan Vau Chan of San Francisco and a brother. Way Ling Lee of Long Beach, Calif. \ Pensioner Charles E. Tataiski, 68, died of natural causes in the Eger Nursing Home, Staten Is., N.Y. on Mar. 20. Brother Tatarski joined the MC&SU in 1945 in the port of San Francisco sailing as a chief cook. He was bora in Ohio and was a resident of Bayonne, S.L, N.Y. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery; North Arlington, N.J. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Regina Pesztynski of New York City. 30 / LOG / September 1980 f "" ' I- => Thomas David Ballard Jr., 59, succumbed to heart-lung failure in the Nassau Bay (Tex.) USPHS Hospital on Mar. 29. Brother Ballard joined the SIU in the port of Sah Fraitcisco in 1955 sailing as a chief steward. He was a conductor on the Great Northern and Southern Union Pacific Railroads from 1937 to 194L And he was a member of the Order of Railroad Conductors and Switchmens Union of America. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry before World War 11. Born in San Antonio, Tex., he was a resident of Houston. Burial was in Hollywood Cemetery, Houston. Surviving are his widow, Cora Lee; a daughter, Linda of Houston; his mother, Mrs. Margaret Johns of Houston and a stepson, John H. Stafford. Pensioner Ernest Junes Vanderberry, 74, died on Jan. 29. Bro­ ther Vanderberry I joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in I960 sailing as a chief engineer for Curtis Bay Towing from 1948 to 1958 and for NBC Lines from 1959 to 1971. He was a union member since 1952. Boatman Vanderberry was bora in Norfolk and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Birtie and a brother, John, of Norfolk. -r p c n s i o n e r James Lear, 69, passed away from cancer in the San Francisco USPHS Hospital on Apr. 8. Brother Lear [ joined the SIU in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif, in 1959 sailing as a bosun. He sailed 35 years. Seafarer Lear was born in Lake Providence, La. and was a resident of San Francisco. Burial was in Ferawood Cemetery, Mill Val­ ley, Calif. Surviving are his widow, Fusae Suzeuki; a daughter, Kaneko Shimo, both of Yokohama, Japan and a stepmother, Mrs. Frank Lear of Slidell, La. Patrick "Pat" Edwud Kinsella,^ 38, died on Aug. 29, 1979. Brother Samuel Joseph Kinsella joined the Castle 111, 29, was Union in the port lost at sea at night of Saulte Ste. off the lookout Marie, Mich, in bow of the SS 1968. He sailed as Santa Maria Pensioner Wllla dredgeman and scowman for the (Delta Lines) near iam Joseph Great Lakes Dredge and Dock from Callao, Peru on Shadeck, 62, died 1967 to 1979, Dunbar and Sullivan, Apr. 22. The ship, of heart failure in Construction Aggregates, Luedtke Peruvian Coast Guard and planes^ , Doctor's Osteo­ Engineering Co. and the Reiss Steam­ searched the area of moderate seas in pathic Hospital, ship Co. Laker Kinsella was a veteran of vain. Brother Castle joined the SIU in Erie, Pa. on Jan. the U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War. He the port of New Orleans in 1967 sailing 27. Brother Sha­ was born in Saulte Ste. Marie and was a as an OS. He graduated from the HLS deck joined the Union in the port of resident of Brimley, Mich. Interment Entry Trainee Program, Piney Point, Detroit in 1958 sailing as an oiler for 41 . was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Paco, Mich. Md. Seafarer Castle was bora in New years. He sailed on the Str. Hennepin Surviving ^are three sons, William of Orleans and was a resident of Oakland (Boland & Cornelius) from 1958 to Brimley, Keith and Kenneth; two Calif. Surviving are his widow, Lona 1972. Laker Shadeck was born in daughters, Kelly and Tina; his parents, Louise; a son, Samuel Joseph IV and Karthaus, Pa. and was a resident of Erie. Mr. and Mrs. William and Myrtle his- parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Kinsella; a brother, William and a sister. Joseph and Joyce J. Castle of New Millcreek Twsp., Erie. Surviving are 1^ Orleans. widow, Julia; a son, Ronald; two Pensioner David Matthew Steele, 88, daughters, Rosilynn and Remilee and died of natural causes in the Queens Pensioner Luis M. Oczo Cabaret Jr., his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and 69, died of heart failure in San Juan, (N.Y.C.) Hospital Center on Apr. 8. Mae Shadeck of Erie. Brother Steele joined the MC&SU in P.R. on Feb. 20. Brother Cabaret Pensioner Eddie M. Morton, 72, 1939 in the port of San Francisco sailing started sailing on the West Coast in 1946 succumbed to arteriosclerosis at home as a chief cook. He was aboard the sailing as an assistant cook. He sailed in Seattle on Apr. 11. Brother Morton, torpedoed SS Alaskan in 1942. Born in for the Grace and States Lin^. Born in joined the MC&SU in the port ofSeattle Jamaica, B.W.I., he was a resident of St. San Juan, he was a resident of Sanin 1957 sailing as a chief cook. He began Albans, Queens. Burial was in L.I. turce, P.R. Burial was in Holy Cross sailing in 1944. Seafarer Morton was National Cemetery, Farmingdale, Lyn- Cemetery, San Francisco. Surviving are bora in Mississippi. Cremation took brook, N.Y. Surviving is a daughter, his widow, Emma;two sons, Carios and place in the Bonney Watson Crematory, Mrs. Reginald Grange Sr. of St. Albans. Luis Jr. a daughter, Mrs. Elba Navarro of San Francisco and a sister, Mrs. Seattle. Surviving is his widow, Arlene. Albert Edwin Gordcm, 59, drowned Victoria M. Cabaret. Pensioner Leon Henreni Nunez, 73, in Atchafalaya Bay, Alabama when he passed away from heart-lung failure at slipped, off a shell dredge barge and was Judson PoweH Lanilc Lamb, 60, died home in Seattle on Dec. 16, 1979. swept away on Feb. 23. BrotherGordon in the USPHS Hospital, Richmond, Ga. Brother Nunez joined the MC&SU in joined the Union in the port of Mobile in on Feb. 10. Brother Lamb joined the the port of SSeattle in 1959 sailing in the 1974 sailing as a deckhand and cook on SIU in the port of Houston in 1955 steward department. He also sailed the Towboat Mallard (RadclifT Mate­ sailing as a chief steward. He started during World War II. Seafarer Nunez rials) from 1973 to 1979. He was also a sailing in 1937. And he sailed for Morah started sailing in 1930. Burial was in shoot operator and was a former Towing of Texas in Port Arthur. Greenland Cemetery, Alderwood member of the International Assn. of Seafarer Latnb was bom in Georgia and Manor, Wash. Surviving are his widow, Machinists and Aerospace Workers was a resident of Houston. Cremation Mary; two sons, Leon Jr. and Edward Union and the Woodworkers Union. took place in the Rosehill Crematory, and a daughter, Adela. Boatman Gordon was-a veteran of the Linden, N.J. Surviving are his widow, U.S. Army Air Corps in World War 11. Anne; two stepdaughters, Melissa Pensioner James Elbert Bode, 53, Born in Sandpoint, Ida., he was a Dozier Jackson and Toni Jackson, and died of heart failure at home in Aliea. resident of Andalusia, Ala. Interment an aun(, Mrs. Alice Banks of Augusta, Hawaii on Oct. 14, 1979. Brother Bode was in Bethel Cemetery, Andalusia. Ga. joined the MC&SU in 1945 in the port of San Francisco sailing for APL. He Surviving are four sons, Jan, Cecil, Pensioner Carlos Castillo, 82. suc­ also sailed as steward and head bar­ Robert and Edward of Andalusia; a cumbed to heart failure in the Kaiser tender on the SS Presiclem Cleveland daughter, Lynelle also of Andalusia and Foundation Hospital. Panorama-Har­ (APL). Seafarer Bode was a veteran of a brother, Theodore. bor City. San Francisco on July 18. the U.S. Army during the Korean War Pensioner Joseph Pfabnl, 91, passed 1979. Brother Castillo joined the serving as a PFC truck driver for the 6th away in the San Francisco USPHS MC&SU in the port of Wilmington. Infantry Div., Hdqs. Co., Schofield Hospital on Jan. 12. Brother Pfahnl Calif, sailing as a pantryman on the SS Barracks. Honolulu, Hawaii. He was a joined the MC&SU in 1937 in the port Angela Petri. He sailed first in 1924. native of Hawaii. Cremation took place of San Francisco sailing as a cook. He Seafarer Castillo sailed for 50 years and in the Oahu Crematory, Honolulu. also sailed during World War 11. during World War H. Born in Peru, he Surviving are his widow, Peggy; two Seafarer Pfahnl was born in Australia, was a resident of Wilmington. Calif. stepdaughters, Karen P. and Susan was a naturalized U.S. citizen and was a Burial was in All Souls Cemetery, Long Ritschel; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. resident of San Francisco. Cremation Beach. Calif. Surviving are his widow. Charlek and Mae Bode of Kaneohe, took place in the Cypress Lawn Catolina: two stepsons. Robert and Oahu. Hawaii: a brother. Howard of Memorial Park Crematory. Colma, John Flores of Wilmington and a Kaneohe and a sister. Mrs. Abigail J. Calif. Surviving are his widow, Mary stepdaughter. Lupe Finbres. of Wil­ Gomard of Honolulu. and two sons, John and Jose. mington: �?. .".'A, V--: ' '• ' 'H' A History of the Seamen's MoveMient, Part II a three watch system for the engine gang, plus a maximum nine hour T was almost 100 years ago that working day in port. It set a more American seamen belonging to liberal schedule for ration^ and a various unions realized the need for minimum of 100 cubic feet of space a strong, single voice to sprak for the per man in the fo'csles. Previously, sailor in the halls of Congress and in each man had been allotted 72 cubic attempts to improve his economic feet, which Furuseth described as situation. Convening in Chicago in "too large for a coffin too small for April ot 1892, representatives from a grave." Also, the law specified that the Pacific and Gulf Coasts and the bunks in fo'csles could.be no more Great Lakes formed the National than two high. Seamen's Union of America, later to The law also decreed that 75 become the International Seamen's percent of the crew must be able to Union. understand commands given in the A constitution was drafted, na­ English language. tional officers were elected, and a Spurred by the sinking of the chief organizer was appointed. Titanic and other marine disasters, Charles Hagen was the first presi­ the act was also concerned with dent; Thomas Elderkin the first more safety at sea: better qualified secretary and James McLaren the seamen, more and better lifeboats first national organizer. and more seaworthy condition of These officers were not just pie ships. cards. They had solid seagoing It brought about historic im­ bacl^rounds, a record of labor provements in the life of the sailor. organizing, and a resounding zeal Por one thing, the law decreed for the sailor's cause. that the sailor no longer could allot A native of Germany, Hagen part of his wages to creditors before sailed for 15 years on windjammers signing on a vessel. This sounded the under many flags. A man of unusual death knell to crimps, shanghaiers energy and imagination, he or­ and shady boarding house keepers ganize the Gulf Coast union of who had preyed on the sailor, taking seamen and firemen and the New a "mortgage" on his wages in Orleans Marine Council, an influen­ exchange for food, lodging, drinks tial group of marine engineers, and clothes. captains, pilots and other maritime And no longer could the seamen be workers...a close parallel to our imprisoned on charges of desertion important Port Councils today! He if he left his ship before the end of a was president of the Gulf Coast contracted voyage. It also prohib­ union. ited. corporal punishment for of­ Secretary Elderkin, a native of fenses aboard ship. England, was also a deep water For these reasons, the ISU hailed sailor who had become aroused over the Seamen's Bill as "the emancipa­ the conditions of seamen after tion proclamation for seamen of the making a voyage on the "hellship" world." Waterloo, notorious for the brutal­ It was union support that fi­ ity of its officers. He shipped on the nanced the years of effort necessary Great Lakes for some years and to arouse Congressional and public helped to organize the Lakes Sea­ support for the seamen's cause and men's Union; also lent his talents to successfully guide the Seamen's Bill organizing the Chicago building on its rocky and often4empesfuous employees. He was president of the course through Congress. Its even­ LSU. tual passage was a tribute to union Organizer McLaren was a Nova organization and to Andrew Furu­ Scotian who joined, the Sailor's seth, who had devoted 20 years to Union of the Pacific in 1887 and the seamen's cause in Washington. served as an officer in various HE National Seamen's Union capacities. According to an article in was set up as a federation of a the Coast Seamen's Journal of number of independent unions, 1893, McLaren was a man of including the Sailor's Union of the "shrewd energy and unswerving Pacific, which was the sparkplug in devotion to the sailors' cause... its organization; the Lake Seamen's feared and respected by all enemies Union, the Atlantic Coast Seamen's of seamen," especially the crimps. Union and the Seamen's and Fire­ Seamen enjoying the comparative men's Union of the Gulf Coast. The luxury of today's ships and the good Atlantic Coast Seamen's Union had been in existence since 1889 but had food and high wages won by Union efforts in the past 50 years will be not been very effective and was in amazed by what seamen of 1915 such poor financial shape that it hailed as the major achievements of could not even afford to send a delegate to the Chicago convention this legislation. Thfe Seamen's Bill provided a two of 1892. It could only afford a "good watch system for the deck force, and luck" telegram. The new federation wasted no time...nor did organizer McLaren. John Bunker is director of the Within a year the dues paying Seafarers Historical Research De­ membership of the "weaksister," the partment. Atlantic Coast Union, was increased by John Bunker I its long-time secretary. He (levoted the better part of a lifetime to fighting the sailor's battles in Washington. F 'URUSETH was elected Presi­ dent of the ISU in 1908 and from that time on was the respected voice of all American seamen, not only in the halls of Congress but in the press and to the hundreds of groups to whom he spoke on behalf of the "sailor's cause.". Over the years several pieces of legislation were passed by Congress on behalf of seamen but it was the Seamen's Bill of 1915 that crowned all such efforts for the sailor and has rightly been called "the Magna Charta of the American seaman." Andrew Furuseth The bill was sponsored for Furu­ from about 400 to over 1,000; seth and the ISU by Sen. Robert M. several branches were reorganized, LaFollette of Wisconsin and was and wages had been boosted by actively supported by Secretary of about $12 a month. By the time of Labor William B. Wilson and a the new federation's second annual number of other Congressmen. convention at New Orleans in 1893, Furuseth labored for it passionately the Atlantic Coast union was and untiringly day and night. considered to be "on a fair way to After a two-year battle in Con­ becoming the largest seamen's union gress, the bill was signed by Presi­ in the world." This prediction was dent Wilson on March 4, 1915. actually realized in World War I. The ISU supported a determined Correction effort to improve the conditions of In the first installment of the Union seamen through Congressional hbtory, SlU Log, June issue, the fourth legislation eliminating abuses which paragraph in the third column should read: had plagued the seamen's lot for in the following year, seamen on steamships formed the Steamship Sailor's Protective generations. This battle was spear­ Association, which merged in 1891 with the headed by Andrew Fiiruseth, Wash­ Coast Seamen's Unipn under the name ington representative of the Sailor's Sailors Union of the Pacific. Union of the Pacific since 1893 and 4 . > -fi. t,'.. ^siwre I would neper come home again till I was a come home in glory." •S' I •tl Mark Twain, "Ufe on the Mississippi" T Yes, you can pass the Coast Guard exam for First Class Pilot! At HLS we'll give you all the help you need to earn your pilot's license. When you leave HLS, you'll go home to a better job and higher pay. .r" (•V»' 6 Course starts October 6 through November 14 Come to HLS • Take the Pilot's Course Well help you go home in glory! eptember 1980 / LOG / 31 r, �d^'Egs-aiBa .. L/'V : Irvin Joseph Gorgas, 55, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing in the deck departmenu Brother Gorgas is a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was born in Chicago, 111. and is a resident of Mandeville, La. Robert Fitzgibbons Grant, 64, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port o£. New York sailing as a chief steward. Brother Grant hit the bricks in both the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line strike. He is a former member of the Amalga­ mated Butchers Union. Seafarer Grant is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry in World War 11. Born in Oblong, 111., he is a resident of Houston. Joseph Ernest Hannon, 64, joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief steward. Brother Hannon was bom in Mobile and is a resident there. Sanford Kemp, 55, joined the SIU in the pOrt of Savannah, Ga. in 1960 sailing as a chief cooL. Brother Kemp sailed 29 years. He is also a florist. Seafarer Kemp is a veteran of the U.S. I^Iavy in the Korean War. A native of Lyons, Ga., he is a resident of Statesbori), Ga. Jiian Gomez Rios, 65, joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Philadel­ phia sailing as an oiler and firemanwatertender. Brother Rios sailed 44 years. He was born in Fajardo, P.R. and is a resident there. Warren Conner, 62, joined theSIU in 1938 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a bosun. Brother Conner was bom in Bath, N.Y. and is a resident of New Orleans. Bjarne Jensen, 65, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore sailing,as a fireman-watertender. Brother Jensen sailed 49 years. He was born in Ostre Aker, Oslo, Norway and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Jensen is a resident of Seattle. Angelo Meglio, 61, joined the SIU in 1940 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician and QMED. Brother Meglio was a crane maintenance electrician on the SeaLand and Puerto Rico Marine Shoregangs, Port Elizabeth-, N.J. from 1976 to 1980. He walked the picketline in the 1962 Robin Line strike, and he attended the UnionMEBA School of Marine Engineer­ ing. Brooklyn. N.Y. Seafarer Meglio was elected to the SIL) Quarterly Finance Committee in 1976. In 1972. he upgraded at Piney Point. A native of Brooklyn, he is a resident of Piscataway. N.J. I Dominick M. Ravosa, 68. joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York sailing as a chief cook. Brother Ravosa sailed'36 years. Healso wasa ship's delegate and sailed in the H Vietnam War. Born, in Massachu­ setts, he is a resident of Houston. . Walter Beyer, 62, joined the SI U in 1940 in the port of Savannah sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Beyer was born in Buffalo, N.Y. and is a resident of New Orleans. PensiaTSrsComer Erik Aleksander Heimila, 64, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1968 sailing as an AB. Brother Heimila is a veteran of the Finnish Coast Guard before World War 11. He was born in Finland, is a naturalized U.S. citizen and is a resident of RonkonkOma', L.I., N.Y. Harold Mack Gooding, 64, joined "the SIU in the port of Jacksonville in 1970. Brother Gooding sailed 15 years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War H. Born in Florida, he is a resident of Jackson­ ville. John Edward Adams, 52, joined the SI U in the port of New Orleans in 1954 sailing as a chief steward since " 1964. Brother Adams sailed 32 years. JS He is a former member of the Marine Allied Workers Union. Seafarer ^ Adams was born in New Orleans and is a resident there. • Victor Ludwig Johnson, 65, joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as an AB and wheelsman for the Reiss and American Steam­ ship Cos. Brother Johnson sailed 31 years. He was born in Michigan and is a resident of River Rapid, Mich. Recertified Bosun Daniel David Backrak, 55, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955. Brother Backrak sailed 28 years and during the Vietnam War. He graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1975. Seafarer Backra*is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Born in South Dakota, he is a resident of Reno, Nev. Linwood L. Bowden', 64, retired in :Jurie 1979. Brother Bowden joined . the Union in the port of Norfolk i sailing in the inland field. He is a g resident of Norfolk. Wilbur Elmer Coiitant, 58, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Mobile sailing as a bosun. Brother Coutant sailed 44 years. He hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef. Seafarer Coutant was born in Hon­ duras, Central America. He is a resident of Corpus Christi, Tex. Pazcly Van Millican,64, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a fireman-watertender. Brother Van Millican sailed 47 years. He was also an engine delegate. Seafarer Vaii Millican was on the picketline in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef. A native of Leland, N.C., he is a resident of Virginia Beach, Va. James Michael Faust, 68, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a chief electrician and QMED. Brother Faust sailed 39 years. He also sailed during the Korean War. Seafarer Faust grad­ uated frpm the Union MEBA Dis­ trict 2 School of Marine Engineering, Brooklyn, N.Y. as a 2nd assistant engineer in 1966. Faust also took LNG training. He is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. A native of Downington. Pa., he is,a resident of Baltimore. Jesse Garland Hassell, 62, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1958 sailing as a chief engine^ for the Independent Towing Co. from 1963 to 1972, GATCO in 1957 and lOT from 1954 to 1957. He was a former member of the IBL, Districts 50 and 333, Local 1800. Boatman Hassell is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Born in Elizabeth City, N.C., he. is a resident of Claymont, Del. Joseph George Gorofinkle; 64,' "joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1954 sailing as a cook, waiter and bartender for 28 year^. Brother Gorofinkle sailed aboard the Delta Line. He also upgradcd^at the HLS. Seafarer Gorofinkle was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he is a resident of New Orleans. Vernon E. Guidley, 65, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1967 .sailing as a chief engineer. Brother _Guidley sailed for McAllister Bro­ thers from 1967 to 1972. He was a member of the Engineers Union, Local No. 9 from 1951 to 1964. He is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard in World War H. A native of Cape Hatteras, Buxton, N.C., he is a resident of Chesapeake, Va. Thomas Edgar Frazier, 56, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a deck engineer. Brother Frazier sailed 36 years. He attended the MEBA School of Marine Engineering, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1966. He is a veteran of the D.S. Navy in World War II. Seafarer Frazier was bom in Virginia and is a resident of Elk ton, Va. Manuel Enrique F. Alonso, 65, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother Alonso hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1965 District Council 37 strike. He was born in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Lake Hopatcong, N.J. Herman T. Wilkerson, 60, joined the SIU in 1945,in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief pumpman and LNG QMED. Brother Wilkerson sailed .35 years. He upgraded at the HLS in 1973. 1974 and 1975. Seafarer Wilkerson is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of fheodore. Ala. Paul Brantley Powell, 55, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1958 sailjng as a deckhand for the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad .„(C4i;ORR) from ^^956 to 1980. Brother Powell is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in North Carolina and is a resident of Hampton, Va. 32 / LOG / September 1980 'i;.. " • •i. .K % •• .i- �; =X$-^V '•••= "'f-' U SlU Rebuffs Misguided Missile in Ship Mag xile searching for anawprttnfUo While answers to the \many problems plaguing the U.S. I maritime industry, an editorial in the \ monthly magazine American jShipper drew sdme misguided fconclusions. He editorial in the magazine's \Jal% 1980 edition titled "A Ship in \Need of Direction," was, itself, in I need of a guiding light. The magazine \claimed that the U.S. maritime I industry would be more competitive if U.S. maritime unions would agree I to reduce manning scales. Not so, said SIU President Frank I Drozak. In a strong, well-docu­ mented reply to American Shipper'^' July editorial, Drozak set the record straight regarding the SIU'sposition I on manning. The arguments contained in Drozak's statement, which appeared on page 2 of American Shipper'^ September issue, were so ironclad that the magazine's editor wasforced to concede: "Frank Drozak'spoint is well taken." Reprinted below is Drozak's "Letter to the Editor" of American Shipper, in its. entirety. Also reI printed is the response to Drozak's letter from the magazine's editor, David A. Howard. "You make a statement in your July 1980 editorial, "A Ship in Need of Direction,' to which 1 must take strong exception. I am referring to your observation that "American maritime labor must become com­ petitive" by "changing manning requirements written into labor u While there may be some isolated instances where a vessel is overmanned, as a general rule, manning levels are not the problem for operators that they once may have been. American labor has been acutely sensitive to the need of our industry to be competitive. Speakmg for our own organization, it ought to be noted for the record that we have been aggressive in working with management to develop manning scales that enable them to compete, consistent with our conearn for crew safety. The growth in our productivity compares Very favorably with that of other American industries. Let me just cite a few specific instances. In 1946, a T-2 tanker could move 390 deadweight tons (dwt) per man. Today a VLCC can carry 9,464 dwt per man, and a ULCC can carry as much as 13,929 dwt per crewman. The 1946 T-2 tanker called for a crew of 41 to move 16,000 dwt. The modem ULCC calls for only 28 men to move 390,000 dwt. This increase in productivity extends to all types of vessels. For example, a 1946 Victory ship required 44 men to haul 10,000 tons of cargo. Today's containerships need only 38 crewmen to move 27,000 tons. A 1946 tug used 24 men to move 5,000 dwt; a modern towboat can move 45,000 dwt with nine crewmen. That there are limits to which crew size can be reduced is universally acknowledged by the industry. Here is what an objective source, the British publication Fairplay International Shipping Weekly, said of this matter earlier this year: On the vexed subject of crew reduction, dare we suggest that there is probably little room for further, reduction... . Sooner or later we have to consider the social problems of having a dozen men in a gigantic empty ship, rather like lighthouse keepers, and also the relative costs of maintenance ashore and afloat could itself halt the trend. Sooner or later there is going to be a casualty where the cause will be ascribed to undermanning; and insurance interests. we can as­ sume, will not be silent over such issues. Even if safety were not an issue, even if crew sizes could be cut in half, the problems of the American merchant marine would not be solved. There is a whole range of reasons why the U.S. fleet is in trouble, including one very large one that your editorial overlooks: the world of international shipping is not a free marketplace. So long as . the U.S. clings to the myth that it is. we are going to be in trouble. In any event, I want the record to be clear that our organization has been fully aware of the need of the American operator to be competitive in the world marketplace and we act accordingly.' Train Relief Crews for S.S. Oceanic Independence Relief crews for the Oceanic Independence are being trained at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point to insure the continued high quality of seamanship and service aboard this American-flag cruise ship sailing in the islands of Hawaii. The first of the relief crews j completed their training late last month, and another group of cooks and waiters is scheduled to arrive in Piney Point to begin training Sept. 8. HLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli says "Aloha!" as the first of the relief crews for the Oceanic Independence arrive at HLSS for training. •aMdin ReMtllr Gmt UkB JULY I-31,1980 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C **REGISTEREDON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Algonac(Hdqs.) 72 27 76 82 4 56 16 1 31 20 12 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Algonacfhdqs.) 30 43 19 • 35 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Aigonac (Hdqs.) 21 11 37 0 3: ENTRY DEPARTMENT Algonac(Hdqs.).......... 40 98 16 0 0 0 46 74 40 Totals All Departments 153 153 22 140 154 5 Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 136 112 58 Following is a reply to Drozak's letter from David A. Howard, editor of Xht Am^ican Shipper. ' Frank Drozak's point is well taken. In private discussions, I have often expressed the wish that other maritime unions were as cooperative as the SIU in the effort to maintain a helathy, competitive American merchant marine. I share the belief of many leaders that collapse of the Omnibus Maritime Reform Bill in Congress might have been prevented if Drozak's predecessor, Paul Hall, had been in good health and able to keep the labor unions united with management in trying to get new legislation passed for the benefit of all. - Drozak is an able successor to Paul Hall as leader of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Council and presi­ dent of the SIU. It is unfortunate that Hall's terminal illness and the change in leadership had to come at such a crucial time for the industry. The shipyard boilermaker union led the fight against the omnibus bill and made it politically impossible to heal fhe wounds this year. This should have been obvious to regular readers of ''American Shipper" during the past six months. David A. Howard, editor American Shipper USr Atlantic Crew Gives $300 to Cancer Fund For Paul Hall • - '• 'fr. ' • ) • (V Overseas Alaska, Cove Navigator Crews Give $300 to Cancer Fund in Memory of Paul Hall The crews of the Overseas Alaska and the Cove Navigator donated a total of $300 to the Cancer Fund in memory of our late president Paul Hall. The Overseas Alaska crew do­ nated $180 to the American Cancer Society, Brooklyn Unit. Along with the donation the crew sent a letter to Headquarters, saying: "We of the ST Overseas Alaska wish to send our condolences to the Hall family upon their great loss and the loss of our leader, Mr. Paul Hall." The crew of the Cove Navigator donated $120 to the CanceL Re­ search Fund at the Methodist Hospital in Houston in honor of Paul Hall. :-Vv • ;V ••/A The crew of the UST Atlantic has donated $300 in memory of our late President Paul Half to the American Cancer Society, New York Division. Ship's chairman Don Fleming put a note of condolence to Brother Hall's family along with the crew's donation. Similar donations have come from many SIU ships as well as individuals in memory of Paul Hall. September 1980 / LOG / 33 A'-" 'At : :.Mf • ."fi i,. f , (.• ,• • } ., ) �M li^v • ' .©D^©©ft(Q)ffiDyiMp©'» lU: :^ I f • --i-' ' 1-1' • v:M:l'-i t -.y CAGUAS (Puerto Rico Marine), July 20—Chairman, Recertified Bosun C. L. Gonzalez; Secretary C. Jones; Engine Delegate Benjamin Davis. $95 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman thanked all those men who helped by donating money for a condolence cable when news of Paul Hall's passing was received. Reported that everyone felt deep regret over the death of Paul Hall. Also, we would like to send a con­ dolence note of sympathy to Paul Hall's ' wife. -^My D6ar Rose: Please accept our sincere syifipathy, for you in your sorrow.. Fondly, Chairman and crew of the SS Caguas." The Log was received and passed around for; all to read. I BROOKLYN (Bay Tankers), June 29—Chairman F. Schwarz; Secretary T. Bolton; Educational Director E. Wash­ ington; Deck Delegate Stanley F. Williams. $24 ii^hip's fund. No disputed OT. Chai™an reported that the flag was lowered to half mast for Paul Hall. The entire crew sends its condolences. Educational Director reminded the cr^w that Piney Point is open to all departments and that there are application forins on board. Upgradirtg yourself means money in your pocket. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next stop the Persian Gulf. SEA-LAND PACER (Sea-Land Service), June 29—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Ward M. Wallace, Secretary D. Chafin; Educational Director J.T. McParland; Engine Delegate Charles Pick en. No disputed OT. $10 in ship's fund. Chairman reported that a week ago "we lost one of the greatest men in the labor movement by the death of Brother and President Paul Hall. We of the SIU will miss his leadership very much. I also will miss him as a personal friend of many years." Report to Log; "A special minute of silence was stood for Brother and President Paul Hall." BANNER (Interocean Mgt.), June 29—Chairman L. C. Rich; Secretary Frank Nigro; Educational Director W. Beatty; Engine Delegate Daniel Breaux. $71 in ship's fundi No disputed OT. Chairman reported the bad news of our President Paul Hall passing away. When report was received, deepest regrets were sent to headquarters. Educational Director reported that safety during a spill very important and while we were in Guatanamo Bay, Cuba a line ashore broke and the general alarm was not sounded. Sortie men never knew we had an emergency. MONTIGELLO VICTORY (Victory Fortunately all went well but in the Carriers), June 26—Chairman F. J. future the general alarm should be Smith; Secretary J. Higgins; Educa­ sounded so as to let everyone be ,, tional Director J. Spell; Steward prepared for the worst and for the safety Delegate Rayfield Crawford. $27.39 in of all. One minute of silence was held in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in engine memory of our departed brothers and and steward departments. Chairman an extra minute in memory of our ^ reported that flowers were sent to our departed President Paul Hall. beloved leader Paul Hall who passed JOHN TYLER (Waterman Steam­ away on June 22. A special vote of thanks was extended by the crew to the ship), Chairman O. Pitfield; Secretary Raynor. No disputed OT. Chairman steward department; to the steward for reported on the passing of Paul Hall and his menus, the cooks for the preparation and the messman for the service, a message was sent to family. He will be missed by all. Observed an extra minute especially with ten dxtra men aboard of silence in his memory. cleaning tanks. ' Santa Isabel Committee Recertified Bosun Peter Sernyk (sitting right) ship's chairman of the SS Santa Isabel (Delta Line) leads the Ship's Committee at a payoff on Aug. 7 at Port Newark, N.J. They are (sitting left) Chief Steward E.D. Sims, secretary-reporter and (standing I. to r.) Engine Delegate Richard Smallwood and AB Tony Ferrara, deck delegate. 34 / LOG / September 1980 OVERSEAS ALICE (Maritime Overseas), June 29—Chairman, Recer­ tified Bosun William E. Reeves; Secre­ tary A. Salem; Educational Director George Kugler; Deck Delegate Norman R. Wright; Engine Delegate Heriberto Miranda; Steward Delegate Linton Taylor. $102.25 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairrnan reported that the flag was flown at half mast in respect to SIU President Paul Hall. We lost a great leader. All stood up in silent prayer for' our departed President. Noted that all seafarers should go to Piney Point to get their lifeboatman endorsement because priority is given to seamen who possess lifeboatmen en­ dorsements from the Coast Guard. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a Job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Freeport, Texas. MASSACHUSETTS (Interocean Mgt.), June 29—Chairman, Recertified Bosun William L. Tillman; Secretary W. Smith; Educational Director A1 Tatum; Deck Delegate Joseph McDougall. $13 in ship's fund. NodisputedOT. Chairman sent a wire to headquarters with a sympathy message for the family of our late President Paul Hall, from the officers and the crew. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done. Next port San Francisco. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (SeaLand Service), June 23—Chairman, Recertified Bosun L. E.-Joseph; Secre­ tary C. Veazie. Some disputed OT in deck department. The Captain in­ formed the crew of the passing of President Paul Hall. The crew of the SS Anchorage would like to extend to Brother Paul Hall's family and friends their most warm hearted condolences. We will now stand a special minute of silence for our dear departed Brother Paul Hall, president of our Union. Report to Log: "A special minute of silence was stood by the eritire crew of the SS Anchorage in respect for Paul Hall a true friend of the American Seaman." Next port Elizabeth. COVE ENGINEER (Cove Ship­ ping), June 29—Chairman, Recertified BosUn W. J. Bobalek; Secretary T. J. Smith; Educational Director M. Wil­ liams; Deck Delegate L. S. Gumm; Engine Delegate E. Marinage; Steward Delegate D. E. Emory. NodisputedOT. A telegram was sent to Paul Hall's family offering condolences for their loss. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers and our President Paul Hall. SEA-LAND ADVENTURER (SeaLand Service), June 29—Chairman, Recertified Bosun J. San Filippo; Secretary L. Lamphere. $8.42 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that the flag was flown at half mast in memory of our President Paul Hall. A condolence telegram was sent to the family. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done. Next port Elizabeth. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service)—Chairman, Recertified Bosun John Carey; Secretary D. L. Thompson; Educational Director George Roy. $115 in movie fund. No disputed OT. The telegram advising of the death of Paul Hall was read and a telegram of condolence was sent to Mrs. Hall. Observed one extra minute of silence in his memory. > •. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), June, 29—Chairman Fred Rivera; Secretary Leon Webb; Educational Director D. J. Rowe; Deck Delegate Charles Spence; Engine Delegate Bennie Drumgoole; Steward Delegate E. Hawkins. No disputed OT. Chairman gave a report on President Paul Hall's death and how he will be missed. A vote of thanks to the crew for their fine cooperation. , DEL VALLE (Delta Steamship), June 29—Chairman Robert G. Lawson; Educational Director Edward Bliss; Deck Delegate Cesar Guiterrea; Engine Delegate Charles Johnson; Steward Delegate Claude Hollings Jr. Some disputed OT in engine department. Chairman reported on the passing of Paul Hall. All paused an extra minute for our late President Paul Hall when the meeting adjourned. The steward department sends their deepest sym­ pathy for our late President Paul Hall. He crammed every bit of his life into our merchant niarine. We flew our flag at half mast for twenty four hours to sho\y our respect for Paul Hall. Next port New Orleans. OGDEN TRAVELER (Ogden Maripe), June 29—Chairman S. L. Coker; Secretary A. W. Hutchereon; Educa­ tional Director J.E. Tyson; Engine Delegate Ray Daniels. $85 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck department. Chairman reported on the death of President Paul Hall and noted that Brother Frank Drozak will be President until the election in Novem­ ber. All offered their condolences to Paul Hall's family. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. PHILADELPHIA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 29^Chairman, Recertified Bosun. William O'Connor; Secretary PauL Lopez; Educational Director Kasimirs Abarons; Deck Delegate "Basil Stolen; Enginie Delegate Ken Troutt; Steward Delegate JeffeVson Buchana. No disputed OT. $72 in ship's fund. Chairman reported that our President Paul Hall died Sunday, June 22, at 2:00 PM. Condolences were extended to his family. Extended a vote of confidence to Brother Frank Drozak. Observed one extra minute of silence in honor of our recent departed President, Paul Hall. Next port Anchorage. COVE EXPLORER (Cove Ship­ ping), June 29—Chairman J. Bermudez; Secretary C. Miles; Educational Direc­ tor D. E. Guajardo; Deck Delegate JoJin Chestnut; Engine Delegate J. Collins. No disputed OT. Chairman reported the following: "Visions of things to be done will come a lot sooner than the way of doing them becomes clear, but don't distrust the vision. Thank God, Paul Hall never distrusted the vision. We have a great Union, now let's get behind Brother Drozak and make it greater. Flag was flown at half staff in memory of our late President." A vote of thanks to everyone connected with the around-the-clock butterworthing and tank cleaning operations. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a Job well done particularly the hot mid­ night lunches. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. An additional minute of silence was observed in memory of President and Brother Paul Hall. Next port Tampa. �"-a-'- SEA-LAND LEADER (Sea-Land Service), July 13—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun J. Puglisi; Secretarty T. Maley; Educational Director C. J. Gallagher; Steward Delegate James Jackson; Deck Delegate Patrick Wil­ kinson. $101 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in deck, engine and steward department. Chairman com­ mented briefly on the cooperation of the crew in the smooth running of the ship as a fine tribute to the memory and remarkable efforts of the late Paul Hall to improve the United States Merchant Marine. Secretary reminded all crewmembers that forms for application to the Harry Lundeberg School for upgrading are on board and available. Also change of address and benefit forms. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Unanimous vote of thanks and confi­ dence in President Frank Drozak for his leadership in difficult time now and in the years ahead. PUERTO RICO (Puerto Rico Marine), July II—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun P. Goethe; Secretary A. Ridgeway; Educational Director J. Barry. $23.35' in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman advised the members of several bills that are now in Congress that will benefit seamen. Requested that everyone study these bills and let your senator or congress­ man know about them and how you feel. A vote of thanks to the steward department. POTOMAC (Ogden Marine), July 20—Chairman R. Gibbons; Secretary C. Gibson; Educational Director Har­ vey N. Foster; Steward Delegate Clarence Lacey. No disputed OT. Brother Don Wursh spoke on the importance of SPAD and said: "I would like to encourage each and everyone of you to not only donate to SPAD but to learn more politics and our form of government." A vote of thanks to the chief steward. DEL ORO (Delta Steamship), July 6—Chairman R. Garcia; Secretary William Hawkins; Steward Delegate Kenneth Wyatt. No disputed OT. Educational Director spoke on the benefits of upgrading at Piney Point. Chairman extended a word of gratitude from one and all for Paul Hall and all that he did and accomplished for not only the SI U but for the whole maritime industry. A vote of thanks and a vote of confidence in the new leadership. A vote of thanks to the first assistant and steward for showing movies and making popcorn. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers, especially for Paul Hall. POINT SUSAN (Point. Shipping), July 20—Chairman C. Dockrey; Secre­ tary L. Gadson; Deck Delegate W. Sorenson. $2 in ship's fund. No disputed OT. Chairman encouraged all members who qualify to upgrade at Piney Point. You can then qualify in more fields and have a better opportunity to get jobs and make more money. All communications received were read and posted. The Log was received in Israel. A vote of thanks from the crew to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Next port Savannah. SEA-LAND PATRIOT (Sea-Land Service), July 13—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun James J. Boland; Secretary H. Strauss; Educational Director W. H. Walton. No disputed OT. Everyone saddened by the telegram that was received informing us of Paul Hall's death. A moment of silence in memory of our great President Paul Hall. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Long Beach. TRANSCOLUMBIA (Hudson Wa­ terways), July 20—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun Glenn Stanford; Secretary Floyd Mitchell Jr.; Educational Direc­ tor Rubert Villagran; Deck Delegate Charles H. Kahl; Engine Delegate H. R. Mullett; Steward Delegate Louie E. Hudson. No disputed OT. The only communication that was received on this voyage was the notification of the death of President Paul Hall. A moment of silence was held in his memory. The membership hopes that the Union will continue to progress under the new leadership as it has done in the past under the leadership of Paul Hall. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. Next port Norfolk. BAVAMON (Puerto Rico Marine), July 17—Chairman, Recertified Bosun OGDEN CHAMPION (Ogden Dimas Mendoza; Secretary J. R. Colls; Marine), July 20—Chairman, Recerti­ Educational Director R. Ulatowski; fied Bosun John Little; Secretary B. Deck Delegate Charles Maynard; En­ Guarino; Educational Director H. G. gine Delegate Rafael Garcia; Steward Sanford; Deck Delegate George B. Delegate Armando Frissosa. $2.50 in McCurley; Engine Delegate F. Jones; ship's fund. No disputed OT. Everyone Steward Delegate H. McBride. No stood one minute of silence in memory disputed OT. All communications MOUNT WASHINGTON (Victory of our President Paul Hall a great man received were read and posted. Chair­ . and a great leader. Want to wish Brother, Carriers), July 7—Chairman, Recerti­ man reported that the ship will pay off Frank Drozak good luck while taking fied Bosun J. D. Moore; Secretary M. P. this trip in Bayfown. Every member who care of our Union as he has been doing Cox; Educational Director E. Blanqualifies should take advantage of the since our late President got sick. A vote chard. Some disputed OT in deck upgrading school at Piney Point. of thanks to the steward department. department. Chairman gave a vote of Discussed the importance of donating Next port San Juan. thanks and one minute of silence in to SPAD. $200 in movie fund. honor of Paul Hall for all the things he OGDEN WILLAMETTE (Ogden OVERSEAS NATALIE (Maritime did for the benefit of seamen and the Marine), July 29—Chairman, Recerti­ Overseas), July 3—Chairman Fred S. labor movement in general. As a man fied Bosun Arthur Campbell; Secretary Sellman; Secretary David Bronstein; and labor leader, he will be missed by George Luke; Educational Director Educational Director Jessie King. $212 all. Next port Baton Rouge. Joel Spell; Deck Delegate John,Donald­ in ship's fund. Some disputed OT in son; Steward Dejegate Willie E. Smith. SEA-LAND MARKET (Sea-Land deck department. Chairman advised No disputed OT. Chairman reported Service), July 27—Chairman, Recerti­ that a message was received about the that no launch service was available fied Bosun William Kleimola; Engine death of our President Paul Hall. this far out in Panama. The crew was Delegate Dan DiMarco. No disputed cautioned about smoking on deck and Everyone was sorry to hear of his OT. Chairman reported that the crew of being considerate of those sleeping. A passing as we will all feel a great loss. He the Market was saddened to hear of the did so much for our Union. The ship's vote of thanks to the steward depart­ Io.ss of our President Paul Hall and wish ment. Observed one minute of silence in flag was put at half mast and prayers the best of luck to our new leader, Frank were said in respect for our leader. memory of our departed brothers. Drozak. Observed one minute of silence Secretary reported that we got a new HOUSTON (Sea-Land Service). July in memory of our departed brothers. man from Piney Point, Benny Herring18—Chairman, Recertified Bosun ton, serving as crew messman. He is Manuel Sanchez; Secretary Humberto OGDEN YUKON (Ogden Marine), Ortiz; Deck Delegate Ernesto Erazo; June 15 —Chairman R. Pukham; Secre- doing a very good job. A vote of thanks to steward department for a j^^well Steward Delegate Pedro Laboy. No 'nry R. Singleton; Steward Delegate done. Next port Baton Rouge. disputed OT. Chairman suggests that Chester Mo.ss. $8 in ship's fund. No those who qualify fill out their applicatlisputed OT. Chairman held a discusZAPATA ROVER (Zapata Tank­ ' tidn on time to upgrade. Secretary gave ers), June 29 Chairman K. Koutouras. , sion on upgrading at Piney Point. The a discussion on the importance of No disputed OT. Chairman spoke on was received and a maritime donating to SPAD. It is helpful to our the loss that will be felt by all with the newsletter was included which everyone representatives in Washington to get passing of Paul Hall. A vote of thanks to read. A vote of thanks to the Company more jobs and more security. A vote of the steward' department for a job well fi'r installing a VP 211.0 Video Cassette thanks to the steward department for a done. The new LOK was received on ''hiyer. A vote of thanks to the steward job well done. 'lepartment. Next port San Francisco. June 18. . NEWARK (Sea-Land Service), July 27—Chairman, Recertified Bosun D. Manning; Secretary E. Heniken; Educa­ tional Director H. Lane. Chairman noted the importance of donating to SPAD. Advised crewmembers that USPHS has a new toll free number to call from any place, it is 800-231-1447. Secretary has forms for all those who wish to go to Piney Point to upgrade. If you are qualified it is to your advantage. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. ! TAURUS (Energy Trans. Corp.), July 13—Chairman, Recertified Bosun R. Schwarz; Secretary J. Speller; Educational Director D. Terry. No disputed OT. Chairman held a discus­ sion on the importance of donating to SPAD and how it works for the interest of the maritime workers and us as seamen. A vote of thanks to the steward department and all the extra work put into the pool party. FLORA (Hawaiian Eugenia Corp.), July 13—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Wm. Robinson. Some disputed OT in deck and steward departments. Chair­ man had a talk on the passing of Paul Hall and of some of the many great things he did for this Union and how we now number among the best of Unions because of him. Observed one minute of silence in his memory. •I Official ship's minutes were also received from the following vessels. The minutes from each ship listed below noted with regret the passing of Paul Hall and expressed sympathy to his family. The limits of space did not permit all to be printed but all for sure were read. Columbia Point Julie Aquadilla Poet Cove Sailor UST Pacific Lionheart del Rio Santa Cruz Penny Jeff Davis Delta Sud Cove Spirit Santa Adela Zapata Patriot Walter Rice Del Mundo Jacksonville Arecibo Achilles Stuyvesant Inger Santa Elena Del Campo Brooks Range Rose City Ogden Wabash Carolina Thomas Nelson Council Grove LNG Aquarius Santa Barbara Borinquen Santa Lucia Tampa Santa Clara Cove Leader Pisces Delta Norte Portland Cantigny | Sea-Land Galloway Overseas Washington Overseas Harriette Ogden Leader Manhattan Sea—Land Finance . Sea-Land Trade Tamara Guilden Mayaguez American Heritage Golden Monarch Ogden Challenger Sea-Land Pioneer Baltimore Santa Mercedes Sea-Land Liberator Golden Endeavor Westward Venture Del Viento Sea-Land Economy Zapata Ranger Mount Washington Transcolorado Sea-Land Explorer Sea-Land Exchange Council Grove Ultra Sea Sea-Land McLean Stonewall Jackson Robert E. Lee LNG Virgo Overseas Vivian Overseas Alaska Overseas Ulla LNG Gemini Sea-Land Producer Overseas Joyce Capricorn Sea-Land Commerce Ogden Charger UST Atlantic September 1980 / LOG / 35 . .1. -U. ^ '" V -. .• 1 ' '1 -I- .•f I { 'I • * . •P' "if;.. • ; i: 1 • s- 1 < ' 'i • i!'. • ..,.i1 P 't -f • ' ,' ' 1, �iff' • -••• .I'r V3SS • 'V Vi3f' ipl.: Illf fj', • ••'' >' t -: • jifv •-I •« • 4 J. H Mark Thaddeus Clark Seafarer Mark Thaddeu» Clark, 23, grad­ uated as a trainee from the HLS in 1978. In 1979, he up­ graded to AB there as well as taking LNG. Brother Clark has ridden the LJVGs Leo and Aries (Energy Transport). He holds the CPR, firefighting and lifeboat endorsements. Clark studied Business Administration for three years at the Brookdale CC Junior College. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., he lives there ahd ships out of the port of New York. 4 iT .V3 V: • 1 •; 'i V ' i . j I. $ •? 8. ' i ; V. • 1 •faii ^\ ' : •f ' ; a' • •i. /' ..'' 1 James Edward Harris Seafarer James Edward Harris, 22, is a 1978 graduate of Piney Point. He upgraded there the same year to 3rd cook. Brother Harris has sailed as an assistant cook on the LNGs Aries. Aquarius and Libra (Energy Transport). He has earned the CPR, firefighting and lifeboat tickets. Harris was born in the port of Mo­ bile where he lives and ships out from. ^ ;• .a - j li1- i ' •, • . '.i' 1 -r' V' r• ?i' i t 1 • ^l'. * '** . Robert Kent Seratt Seafarer Robert Kent Seratt, 26, grad­ uated from the HLS in 1975. He upgraded to AB there in LI978. Brother Seratt rode the C5 Long Lines in 1976. He is a former member of the Laborers Union, local 333. His rancher grandfather is Seafarer John Castelberry. Seratt has the firefighting, lifeboat and CPR tickets. When not sailing, he attends the University of Montana in Missoula as a junior studying Spanish. He also hunts and rides horses and cars. A native of Hemet, Calif., he lives in Trout Creek, Mont, and ships from most ports. H! •;: 'iJ: ^ -lil 36 / LOG / September 1980 /ft:: James Chester Allen Seafarer James Chester Allen, 22, grad­ uated from the Harry Lundeberg School (HLS) Piney Point, Md. En­ try Trainee Pro­ gram in 1978. Last year he upgraded to firemanwatertender (PCWT) there. Brother Alfen earned his firefighting, lifeboat and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) tickets. He is also an auto mechanic. His father is Seafarer Chester Allen. Born in Anderson, N.C., he lives in and ships out of the port of Baltimore. Michael Patrick Donlon Seafarer Michael Patrick Donlon, 25, sails in the engine department as a FOWT, a rating he got with Reef­ er Engineer and Pumpman in 1978. He gradu­ ated from the H LS Trainee Program in 1977. Brother Donlon also attended the SlU Automation Program. He has ridden the LNG Capricorn (Energy Transport) and sailed inland oUt of the port of St. Louis as a deckhand on the tug Tow V. McArdle. Donlon served three years with the Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) and is a former member of the Retail Meatcutters Union in 1972. He was an apprentice carpenter and is an amateur fisherman. His cousin is Seafarer Jim Van Blarcorn. He has the CPR, lifeboat and firefighting tickets. He lives and ships out of the port of New York. Frederick Reyes Jr. Seafarer Frederick Reyes Jr., 27, gradu­ ated from Piney Point in 1973. He received his fireman and oiler endorse­ ments there in 1974. In 1976, he got his LNG ticket and in 1977 he upgraded to QMED. Brother Reyes since 1978 has been riding the LNGs Virgo and Gemini (Energy Trans­ port). Reyes holds the CPR, lifeboat and firefighting endorsements. He hopes to sit for his license next year. Newly married, his wife's name is Lydia. He's the third generation of seamen in his family, all members of the SlU. His grandfather, a charter member of the Union, was sailing in 1921. His father is Seafarer Frederick Reyes Sr. and his uncles. Seafarers Francisco Morciglio and Carnelo Reyes. Born in the Bronx. N.Y.C., he lives and ships out of the port of New York. Vincente Penzort Guzman Seafarer Vincente Pen­ zort Guzman, 48, started sail­ ing with the SIU in 1969 out of the port of New York as an AB. He now sails as a 3rd cook. Brother Guzman has the firefight­ ing, lifeboat and CPR endorse­ ments. Guzman was born in Puerto Rico, lives and ships out of the port of New York. Jonathan Ordway Haight Seafarer Jo h n at ha n "Jock" Ordway Haight, 29, grad­ uated third in a class of 105, from the HLS Entry Program in 1972. He upgraded to QMED there last year and got his LNG training too. Brother Haight holds the firefighting, lifeboat and CPR endorsements. He was born in Princeton, N.J., lives in Key West, Fla. and ships out of all ports. •B«E£UiK:,: Daniel Arthur Kayser Seafarer Daniel Arthur Kayser, 21, grad­ uated from the HLS in 1978. He upgraded to AB there the same year and has his LNG training as well. Brother Kayser also rode the LNG Aquarius (Energy Transport). He holds the firefighting, lifeboat and CPR tickets. Kayser's older brother is a Seafarer, too. He was born in Burlington, Wise., lives in Loveland, Colo, and ships out of the port of Houston. Thomas James Kilbride Thomas James Kilbride, 32, is a 1969 graduate of the HLS. He sails as an AB. Brother Kilbride holds the CPR, lifeboat and fire­ fighting tickets. A native of .Brooklyn, N.Y., he lives in Jersey City, N.J. and ships out of the port of New York. TOP MAN... HE EARNS TOP DOLLAR He's Chief Pumpman You can be top man, too. 9 Take the Pumproom Maintenance and Operations Course at HLS. It's your ticket to the top. Course starts November 10 To sign up, contact: through December 19 Harry Lundebcrg School Vocational Education Department Piney Point, Maryland 20674 Phone: (301) 994-0010 S ' -t \ �. : - FRANKFORT The The carferry City of Milwaukee (Ann Arbor) has been laid up indefinitely. But on the afternoon of Aug. 13, the Arthur K. Atkinson steamed into Frankfort under her own power for the first time in seven years. The AKA left th� shipyard in Chicago "that morning, picked up freight in Manitowc and then headed to Frankfort to fill out her crew. Under the contract's seniority system, SIU crewmen off the City of Milwaukee ge.t first crack auhe AKA jobs. A party· is being· planned to celebrate the return of the AKA but celebration planners are proceeding with caution. They want to make sure the AKA is really back before any corks get popped. Lakes· I Picture MANITOWC ALGONAC The Medusa Challenger's (Cement Transit Co.) ten-ton propeller was raised by a research vessel last month. The Challenger lost the propeller a few months back.off Sheboygan, Wisc. After recovering it from 130 feet of water, the propeller was"towed to Manitowc, Wisc. �J HE SLU did it again! For the second year in a row, an SIU-crewed tug captured the first-place trophy in the annual tugboat race held as part of. the Qetrolt-Windsor Freedom Festival, The year's champion, the 164-foot Mary E. Hannah (Hannah Marine Co.) is the sister-boat of the 1979 tugboat victor, the Jam es A · Hannah. •. As of Sept. 'a, Cleveland's USPHS clinic will be operating out of ne · � quarters. Th� new clinic will be located at 1313 Superior Ave., Cleveland, 00hio 44114. Cleveland Patrolman Carl Peth said the reason for the move was to "upgrade and expand the USPHS facilities in this port to better service the needs of Seafarers." . The five-man SIU ere� aboard the Mary E. Hannah and the four licensed crewmen scored an easy wir:i over the freld ,.of 22 competitors, coasting to a 12-length victory on tbe three-mile course. About eight of the 22 boats entered in the event, which is jointly sponsored by the cities of Detroit and Windsor, CJnt., as part of a July 4th weekend celebration, were. SIU-contracted tugs. Another nine were Canadianc-entries. Many �f t:he remaining competitors were privately-owned hoa�s, welcome in this race which is open to all game challengers. Hundreds of spectators turned out,to witness the competition with more invited to view the action first-hand aboard the vying vessels. About 40 guests, friends and family of the Mary E. Hannah!s crew, as weU..-as'company officfals cheered their favorite on to a first-place :finish CLEVELANli> -· · _ . . CHICAGO ·· " ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY · Scott Haines, Thomas Diroff/ James Sayward and Howard Priester and cook Bert Gass. * * * v�$;,;:Were laid .up lasf la,kes ·two· month. American Steamship's St. :ctair we n t to th e 'sh'ipyard in .S�urgeon Bay. The C onsum ers Power (Erie Sand Steamship) ·was laid u_p at_ Erie,.Pa. ��t���.���Qt\tQ,(;t��.Gte�t · · * * * -�,·�,·�l:.�p� of U.S. flag Great Lakes vessels continue to escalate. Right now, a�o�e-:quarter of that fleet is idle and about 8,000 seamen longshoremtfo aT<e out of work as a result. and Hardest hit has been the port of Detroit which has seen a 43 percent drop in total tonnage so far this year. The decline in the demand for steel by theU.S.auto makers, key to the shipping slump has also taken a toll on Great.Lakes-area miners. Many fron ore O:iines and taconite pelletizing operations in Michigan, Minnesota and Quebec have either shut down or have sharply curtailed production. · .. · . . < * * * I . It took 200 firemen, 25 pieces of.equipment a-hd two fireboats to contain the blaze at Chicago's Rail-to-Water Transfer Co. grain elevator on the Calumet River early tnis month. Four firemen were hospitalized and damage was extensive at the elevator where the fire raged for about 10 hours. Fire Dept. spokesmen blamed spontaneous combustion in one of the conveyor sheds. Many of the SIU­ contracted vessels in this port are involved in the grain trade. ' · Happiest of ·;:ill about the outcome of the race .·was the tug's SIU crew. Giving th e thurnbs".'up sign at the ribbon were:·d�ckhands · Against the strongprote�s of the SIU and other G�eat Lakes unions the Upper Peninsula Shipbuilding Co. of Ontonagon, Mich., set up for business in June. This shipyard will be turning out equipment for a tug•barge system to transpo_rt railroad cars across Lake Michigan. Plans are to eventually phase-out other Lake Michigan carferries. The Union has vigorously protested the- misguided tug-barge combo· p lan on several counts. 1) Studies have shown that a _tug..: barge unit is badly suited to Great Lakes weather conditions, ' especiaily in late fall and winter; 2) the tug-barges are not equipped to carry autos and passengers as are the carferries; 3) even thou-g h the new shipyard will create jobs for Michigan's economically depressed ·upper peninsula, the employment boom will be temporary. In addition� the crews required by the tug-barge operation will be smaller than those on the carferries so there will be an overall decline in employment once the carferries begin rtiiilning in 1983.. The state of Michigan has pumped a lot of money into the tug­ barge project and the Federal Economic Development Administra­ tion recently .extended a $2.3 million_,loan for the shipyard. � g . The dog days ofsummef'may.seem like a tran e time to talk about closing the St. Lawrence Seaway for the winter but·U .S. and Canadian Seaway authorities like to get the word out early. Seaway. closing procedu'res for this yea-rare essentially the same as last year: inbound vessels must report at Cap St. ,Michel by Dec. 15 arid outbound.tl'affic. at Cape Vincent, N.Y., by the same date. Vessels wm be allowed to •.. transit the waterway b�tween bee. 16' and 19 but- wi.11 have to pay a , $20,000 penalty for each late day. The one change from last year's closing rules is that v�ssels will be allowed through the Seaway's Montre�l-Lake Ontario s_ectian after Dec. 19 only w1th a note signed by both U.S. ana� Canadian / authorities. · _ _ CLEAN WATERS A report prepared by the Library of Congress said poisonous chemicals have polluted the Great Lakes as well as many historic ·rivers, waterways and drinking sources. ''The Great Lakes," said the report, "are cont<lfllinated by a va riety of toxic and hazardous substances which have dealt a se . vere blow to commercial and sportfishing industries there. Groundwaters on which millio_ns depend for drinking water," the study added "are contaminated:" The study marked the· first time the Federal Government has cataloged the extent of toxic chemical damage to lJ.S. waterways. It was commissioned by then-Senat6r Edmund S. Muskie (now . Secretary of State) and Sen. Robert T. Stafford of Vermont. · · ALPENA . A burst steam line on the 5. T. Crapo (Huron Cement) badly burned the vessel's third mate who had to be hospitalized following the 1 accident last month. / Part of the crew of the $ftJ:.c0ntracted sam Laud (American Steamship) gets snapped during a servicing visit to the vessel. They are <""r>' AB Watchman Ho�ar� H"°old; Con ve yorm a n Don Nelson; OS Deekhand Gerry Beaubien and Bosun Arnold Schleben� · • September 1980 I LOG I 37 �- •**W •iWiWBi. i»itmWiW I III. SIU Gals, Guys Praised for Lifeboat Skills ^.\ -p^ I U. S. C. G. Joins List of Admirers of Oceanic Independence Crew T HE crew of the SlU-contracted passenger liner Oceanic Independence has drawn kudos from the U.S. Coast Guard in addition to a growing list of satisfied passengers. In a letter to Captain A. P. Spidle, Sr., the master of the Oceanic Independence, Coast Guard Cmdr. Leonard F. Alcan­ tara, officer in charge of marine inspection, was full of praise for the crew's handling of a fire and boat drill. (Most of the crew received lifeboat training at the Lundeberg School.) "It is obvious that the officers and crew have been working to improve their, skills," Alcantara said, after observing the July 24 boat drill. But "my real .purpose The Oceanic Independence lifeboat crew on drill. SIU giiys and gals of the Oceanic Independence get their gear In order during lifeboat drill on the passenger liner. The crew drew plaudits from the Coast Guard for their efforts. . . in writing this letter," he con­ tinued, "is to point out a particu­ larly bright spot in the drill, "The performance of all the women I observed on board the vessel during the boat drill is worthy of special commenda­ tion," wrote the Coast Guard officer. He noted that the SIU crew members followed the correct boat drill procedure to a woman. "Not one failed to hold on to the man ropes as the boats were being lowered. All remained seated in the boat during the lowering and remained quiet except when help was needed in handling lines. "Their enthusiasm," Alcantara said, "and willingness to put forththe extra effort to make the drill a success was very obvious. What­ ever they may lack in physical size and strength was more than made up by their spirit."In addition to enthusiasm, Cmdr, Alcantara noted that the special lifeboat training the Oceanic Independence SIU crew had received at HLS had paid off. "It was obvious," he said "they had been well trained in the fundamental skills." Cmdr. Al­ cantara echoed the SlU's strong belief in "the importance of these drills to the safety of the vessel." While the Coast Guard Com­ mander's glowing praise focused on the femule SIU crew members, he hastily added that he did not mean 'fto slight the men," but only to note that "the women's performance was so exemplary." The Oceanic Independence, the first full service U.S.-flag passenger vessel in a decade, began making regular week-long cruises around the Hawaiian Islands on June 21. Her elegant passenger cabins have been filled to near-capacity for every cruise so far. Passengers on the early cruises have been spreading the good word about the Oceanic Inde­ pendence. The ship is already booked to capacity for the weeks of Christmas and New Year's as well as the week preceding Labor Day. A lot of credit for the cruise ship's popularity is due to the well-trained, dedicated crew, the men and women of the SIU, who have turned the Oceanic Inde­ pendence from little more than a dream, into a smooth-running, dream of a ship. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR UNION NABCOTICS 'i . WILL YOU UP AND YOU'LL LOfE YOUR PAPERS FOR IP LIFE.' t. .;••• i ' - si 38 / LOG / September 1980 ' ••my • 4 . . �-Wm . 1 Why Not Apply for an HLS Upgrading Course Now| HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL UPGRADING APPLICATION (Please Print) Name. (Last) (First) Date 6f Birth. (Middle) Mo./DavAear Address. (Street) •i-- • (City) • r' (State) .Telephone. (Zip Code) (Area Code) J Oeepsea Mamber • Inland Waters Member Q Book Numbm^. Lakes Member • .Seniority. Date Book Was Issued^ Port Presently Registered ln_ Port ItMied. Endorsementis) or License Now Held. Sodol Security #. Piney Point (Sraduate: • Yes No • (if yes, fill in below) Entrv Prooram; Fmm tn (dates attended) Uoaradino Prooram: From * Endorsements) or Lieanaa Racait/ad «n (dates attended) Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes ' No p Dates Available for Training Firefighting: • Yes ' No • ^ I Am Interested in the Following Course(s). DECK Q • • [• • Q • • O Q O D ENGINE Tankerman . ABl2Moriths AB Unlimited AB Tugs & Tows AB Great Lakes Quartwmastd Towboat Operator Western Rivers Towboat Operator Inland Towboat Operator Not Morethan 200 Miles Towboat Operator (Over 200 Miles) Master • Mate Pilot Q Q d] • Q Q • • FWT Oiler OMBO - Any Rating Others. Marine Electrical Maintenance Pumpioom Maintenance and Operation Automation Maintenance of Shipboard Refngeration Systems Q Diesel Engines • Assistant Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) d] Chief Bigineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) ^• 4 STEWARD -.f Q Assistant Cook • Cook & Baker • ChieJCook f- .. • Steward • Towboat Inland Cook AU DEPARTMByTS • • • • Q LNG LNG Safety Welding Lifeboatman Fire Fighting r/i';.' •.•-a?: RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TIME —(Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating not^ above or attach letter of service/ whichever is applicable^ VESSEL SIGNATURE ' ' RATING HELD , DATE SHIPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE IV. DATE RETURN COMPLETE APPLICATION TO: LUNDEBERG UPGRADING CENTER, PINEY POINT, MD. 20674 September 1980 / LOG / 39 / �RESERVE UKS A SPACE FOR THE FUTURE DONT LET OUR SECURITY RUNOUT 30* A DAY IS ALL IT TAKES Siflik the SPAD check-off today. il l! -r- /; ' f . ' •:.:r.;-v.• v-i.•' 7 '^P0r"'' 9 •: s 'p /ptppmifmr-': � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1980 Description An account of the resource Headlines: CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ON REGULAR DUES ELECT DROZAK TO N.Y. AFL-CIO EXEC. BD. UPGRADERS TO BE REIMBURSED FOR TRANSPORT TO AND FROM PINEY POINT U.S./CHINA O.K. HISTORIC BILATERAL TRADE PACT 4 BRAND NEW SIU BOATS CHRISTENED IN HOUSTON AFL-CIO: CARTER-MONDALE LABOR'S 'CHOICE' AFL-CIO EXEC. BD. HAILS PAUL HALL'S ACHIEVEMENTS U.S. UNEMPLOYMENT STAYS AT 7.8% SIU WELL REPRESENTED AT DEMS' CONVENTION CARTER NAMES DROZAK TO TOP LEVEL TRADE COMMITTEE DEMS VOTE PLANK TO RESTORE COMPETITIVE FLEET DEM PLANK ON U.S. MARITIME JIMMY CARTER'S RECORD ON MARITIME IS GOOD CARTER'S STATEMENT TO AFL-CIO GENERAL BD. HERB BRAND, TRANSPORTATION INST. HEAD, RETIRES ENERGY FROM OCEAN: A PROMISING CONCEPT JIMMY CARTER MEANS BUSINESS WHEN IT COMES TO MARITIME AT 18, JEFF YARMOLA IS SIU'S YOUNGEST QMED SEAFARER REVIVES DROWNING VICTIM FINDS CPR TRAINING IS FOR REAL ITF CONVENTION DRAWS DELEGATES FROM 60 NATIONS TRANSCOLORADO CREW SAVES 67 'BOAT PEOPLE' 'SUNSET' BILL COULD BLACK OUT KEY MARITIME PROGRAMS PORT AGENTS CONFERENCE HELD IN ALGONAC CONVENIENCE FLAGS MORE RAMPANT THAN EVER 'ROUND-THE-WORLD' MAIDEN RUN FOR BEN HARRISON UPGRADING AT PINEY POINT MAKES A LOT OF $ENSE REPORT OF CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE ON CANDIDATES FOR 1980 GENERAL ELECTON OF OFFICERS, 1981-1984 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES & INLAND WATERS DISTRICT SKIN CANCER: OCCUPATIONAL HAZARD OF SEAMEN CHICKEN WORKERS VOW TO PLUCK STRIKE VICTORY POLISH POWER! WORKERS STRIKE FOR LIBERTY A HISTORY OF THE SEAMEN'S MOVEMENT, PART II SIU REBUTTS MISGUIDED MISSLE IN SHIP MAG SIU GALS, GUYS PRAISED FOR LIFEBOAT SKILLS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1980 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 42, No. 9 1980 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/ff84b838114c1c40fa1c7a6fa8c91a64.PDF 6bf32270911296b1cfb446c31d1e3603 PDF Text Text ��������������������������������������� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1981 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES DOA TRIES TO SLIP PAST U.S. FLAG USE AGAIN SIUNA ELECTS DROZAK INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT LANE KIRKLAND ‘SIU KNOWS THE MEANING OF SOLIDARITY IN LABOR’ REP. WALTER JONES: ‘MUST HAVE COHERENT NATIONAL MARITIME POLICY’ BILL WYN: ‘HAVE PRIDE IN YOUR UNION’ BOB LOWEN: ‘MARITIME UNIONS MUST COOPERATE’ PAT SULLIVAN: YOU CAN COUNT ON THE ILA’ LEON SHAPIRO: ‘MUST BLOCK ALASKA OIL EXPORT’ RAY MCKAY: ‘MARITIME MUST UNITE TO SURVIVE’ J.C. TURNER: ‘ ROUGH SEAS AHEAD FOR LABOR’ ROBERT BONATATI: ‘REAGAN WILL DELIVER FOR MARITIME’ RUDY OSWALD: ‘FREE-TRADE CHOKING U.S. FLAG’ ED CARLOUGH: ‘A S TRONG BOND WITH SIU’ REP. JOHN BURTON: ‘UNIONS KEY TO SOCIAL PROGRESS’ PAGE GROTON: ‘U.S. SHIPYARDS IN DEEP TROUBLE’ SIUNA VOWS ACTION ON KEY MARITIME ISSUES SIUNA DELEGATES PASS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IN MEMORY OF PAUL HALL DOT TRANSFER REGULATORY REFORM DREDGING LABOR AT LARGE SIUNA CONVENTION U.S. CHINA BILATERAL TRADE AGREEMENT NAVY BUYS 6 OF 8 SL-7S FOR USE BY MSC ‘LAW OF THE SEA’ STILL HUNG UP ON OCEAN MINING TREATY LAKE SEAFARERS GET COLA HIKE SIU TAKES OGDEN DYNACHEM ON MAIDEN VOYAGE SIU OPPOSING EXPORT OF ALASKAN OIL USPHS HOSPITALS, CLINICA CLOSE OCT. 1, 1981 300,000 UNIONISTS MARCH ON WASHINGTON, D.C. FOR SOLIDARITY DAY PROTEST DEDICATION CEREMONIES-SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERGY SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP-AUG. 1981 LANE KIRKLAND KEYNOTES DEDICATION N.Y. GOV. CAREY HELPS CELEBRATE ‘BITTERSWEET OCCASION’ NEW LIBRARY A FITTING MEMORIAL TO PAUL HALL- A MAN WHO LOVED EDUCATION DROAK: PORTS BILL NEES U.S. FLAG COAL PROVISION MINEWORKERS SUPPORT SIU ON COAL FOR U.S. SHIPS 5-STAR CUISINSE ON DELTA STUD, THANKS TO VIC REMOLE U.S. SHARE A FOREIGN COMMERCE DROPS 3.6% Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1981 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 43, No. 9 1981 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/4cea69c06203bf62c6c7c0b568f461d2.PDF a7953e5b01df7ffb1bd3725f34227d32 PDF Text Text Om^ PobUcatlon of the Seafarers Intematloiial Puiw • AtlaatfCfCl aiuana waters District • AFL-CIO Visl* 44 No. 9 Sept. 24f 1982 Vr '•M- ' & President Monroe 'Inaugurated' in New Orleans page 2 SlU Joins Biggest Labor Pay Parade Ever page 7 Boggs Bulk Bill Picks up 17 New Sponsors page 3 for 1983 SlU College Scholarships Being Accepted pag^ iA J' SlU Urges Passage of Tax Equity Bill for Conventions at Sea ..ge 39 -'•-A:'- • I• �I Hull nmi''"' -!K-srjr' ,r;s%s"S"•""* « -—», i' ^ by Frank Drozak SnS^S 55-',. u«-,,»»sSoS:SiS I is facing Its years litical ^h^ffiection rapidly as the But we nave unionists iniportant to on :UtdS^t:alr::^K campai.- ia• »»' ««« •» ""'• ^ « m«— This ijefore. • u gain easy ^^rpiguds must depen fr:SS"e|;];^a.*e ric>> V</hile tne .— fi'V I W '"a endorsed candi inequ'W ^^sadireciresuttof „.es.n nv of latior s swu Congress ^^etHers have been American w _ The • takingiton*! rioofthe^"^ Z S—- S S"S'':- "ti.-.-J=--tS"-'•" " conduct voter g friends of tJ^^'heCif of SlU members ha r.-;sSji?: 1" '-liv-;-' nme to great deal of respe e P^iuVmembers. still plnnty »"•-•••"*'2, ^f^^cult 'Stonwide have some very d ^embers n evei7 a"d e rty have lost all hop Statistics beca . • on off election . House of 7Se think that th^ >; ,me. The «««« » A lot of peop Btit this IS up for gr ^^jj^pent is no Presidenti^ t^ates are being 8'°® ^ seemingly Representatives ^ ctV• best. If"'4c ahd Big ®f riffreely fyeeiy using to. „ The "Mew ^^Y' , which u»i^y -^^e s *• ^Q^iy and s;Snir-""° •__—-— of American labor a repeat perform^^^^ ^Amer^ reduced onempl y „ot afford a rept i980. • simply iu80- . uiorkers can simply no nor ^ _ ^-#od' lH W"^ ships and now tne ,„rer 0.9 P'®®'"^.»....rir.ss -SS'®.'-"" -^rss^" 0.9 presid®"* ^® fleet an A—r-iSwiS"'' s. ^v* .'>•• ' , ,1^ aiiu v*!'©- earned. _„^'s fleet includes t ^ucilitiesThe comply p gmulti-purpfn^^^— ''.-i ' T'lai ^ f deep sea ships.(.-9 devoteu^^ fleet of ._utly launched products. She's the r^hj^^ Monroe af P' _ eontainership P ^^rorships are «1« t^o-taTnervesselseverbutl ^ united Slates^ "' Th "prlsident Monroe, ^ittr the previously'nunCpO^^^unt Went Woshtngto^/hv pjanSof" nte ownf h^ p^^.yent Cisco-based .plj^g slU-A^® ®>sLines ^ steward dcpa^: trict reP"f®^„ APL sMP®_.„t seamen oi. men! o Like her sistersfps- ® ^^^„hale ® *' nmeMiddloE^frromU S. Asia and the ports, and Canadian engines of "The diesel-P°«ff,^"f said to APUs three new ship ^jP^uient Apl'tttSnew^f^P^Xelhcient ^ Nov.ir*"'®' - XI do©si! te 30 P-i:Snb^^ f«'"Ctfsteamtu^^ fhanttadrtmna than ua — Z---— TT-AC nn Form 3D' ,,fOG/Sepiembe't8«' y ygj. t • �17 More Congressmen Announce Sponsorship m^^rnm Support Growing for Boggs Bulk Bill _. t ' JT „ ^ Washington, D.C.—Support for the SlU-backed "Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Revitalization Act" introduced by Rep. Lindy Boggs (D-LA) last month, has been building in Congress. me bill, Dill, H.R. n.fv. 6979, D:,/:., bowed ... The in the House with a bi-partisan list of 18 co-sponsors. On Sept. 8, following Congress' return to Wash­ ington after the Labor Day holiday, Rep. Boggs announced an additional 17 co-sponsors of the bill. The support of the new co-spon­ sors, 16 Democrats and one Republican, "as well as the strong support of industry and labor," said Rep. Boggs, "indicate recognition that H.R. 6979 could provide a means for effective regeneration of the shipbuilding industrial base and the creation of a new, U.S.-flag bulk cargo fleet, both of which would be unquestioned as national security assets." The dual purpose of H.R. 6979 is to revitalize both the U.S. ship­ building base and the Americanflag merchant marine by promoting "increased ocean transportation of bulk commodities in the foreign commerce of the United States in United States flag ships." Towards this end, the bill calls for carriage of five percent of U.S. bulk cargoes in U.S.-built, U.S.-^ flag ships by 1983. That percentage would increase one point per year until a minimum 20 percent of U. S. bulk cargoes is carried by U.S. flag vessels. SlU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex noted that H.R. 6979 addressed the most crucial concern inuuMiy—of the U.S. maritime industry 4.1»!._ Ibeginning of this cargo. "From the session of Congress to the end," he said, the SlU has "raised the issue of cargo." 158 New Ships A key aim of the legislation is the "construction of 158 bulk ships of 120,000 dwt capacity by 1998," which would provide an estimated 146,150 man/years of employment in U.S. shipyards as well.as thousands of jobs in marine supply industries. Shipbuilding Council of America President Edwin Hood hailed H.R. 6979 as "a clear expression of.. .Congressional concern with respect to the vitality and continued existence of critical U.S. shipyards anameireDnuuucuau..u, and their continued ability ..p..,,.. to provide industrial support to the U.S. Navy and the American merchant marine in times of national emergency." "A loss of even 10 percent of current shipyard Capability," Hood warned in a letter to the 18 cosponsors of H.R. 6979, "would reduce the base to below the min­ imum required level for mobiliza­ tion." Strong support for the measure was also voiced by Rep. Leo C. Zeferetti (D-NY) who said "H.R. 6979 will give this country the capacity of fulfilling national requirements during peace and war and a U.S.-flag merchant marine capable of giving the United States independence from foreign ship­ ping. "H.R. 6979 does not represent any additional cost to the U.S. Treasury," Zeferreti pointed out, "and only a very low percentage increase ... in costs .v. to bulk commodity^ p»vr>nrtf»r(; !tnf\ imnnrtpTi; This exporters and importers. This is is aa very small pricetag," he added, "for stimulating vital industrial segments of economy, increasing employment, aiding our balance of payments, adding tax dollars to the U.S. Treasury and fostering the growth of the U.S. merchant marine." Benefits of H.R. 6979 would include decreasing U.S. dependence on foreign shipping for strategic materials, rebuilding the U.S. flag bulk fleet and providing badlyneeded ^shipyard and "support industry employment. The bill, which has been referred to the" House Merchant Marine & Fisheries Committee, requires all segments of the U.S. maritime industry, including shipyard and seagoing labor and' management as well as marine suppliers to cooperate coopefi to achieve 15 percent cost reduc­ tions. "In order for the percentages of bulk cargo imports and exports required tp be carried in United States flag ships... to be enforced;' H.R. 6979 states, "the actual cost of United States flag bulk ship operation and United States bulk shipbuilding under this program shall be at least 15 percent below the estimates of projected costs." In spite of the broad-based support for the measure, H.R. 6979 is not likely to be debated by the full House prior to the adjournment of this session of Congress later this year. However, the bill will almost certainly be re-introduced when the 98th^Congress convenes in January, 1983. J Boggs Bill Picks Up17New Sponsors Seventeen additional co-spon­ sors of the "Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Revitalization Act," H.R. 6979, were announced by the bill's author Rep. Lindy Boggs (DLA) on Sept. 8. They are: Rep. Joseph R Addabbo Democrat, New York Rep. Douglas Applegate Democrat, Ohio Rep. TomBevlll Democrat, Alabama Rep. William Clay Democrat, Missouri Rep. Tom Coelho Democrat, California Rep. M.M. Dymally Democrat, California Rep. Roy Dyson Democrat, Maryland Rep. Dennis E. Eckart Democrat, Ohio Rep. Robert W. Edgar Democrat, Pennsylvania Rep. Barney Frank Democrat, Massachusetts Rep. Tom Lantos Democrat, California Rep. Parren J. Mitchell Democrat, Maryland Rep. G.V Montgomery Democrat, Mississippi Rep. Ronald M. MottI Democrat, Ohio Rep. James L. Nelligan Republican, Pennsylvania Rep. Claude Pepper Democrat, Florida Rep. Ai Swift Democrat, Washington ^•2 -./I , Delta Sold to Crowley for $96M: SlU Jobs Secure ship Lines has been sold for $96 claims » o|-ra.e 'h^worU s la ge million to Crowley Maritime Inter- fleet of tugs, barges, offshore oil national, inc. rig support vessels, and other mi^ine Spokesmen for Crowley, which equipment. The company has a fleet is also an SlU-contracted company, of some 450 tugs and barges and said that no immediate changes are offshore supply boats, planned in Delta's operations. "We Delta, which is the second-largest think highly of their management U.S.-flag subsidized liner company and very highly of the market they're has regular sailings to Central and in ' said Crowley's director of per- South America from the East and West Coasts. Also, from the Gulf . sonnel, Richard Brenner. The most important thing is that and East Coasts, the company serves the jobs of Seafarers on the ships West Africa and Caribbean ports. The sale must be approved by remain secure. the U.S. Maritime Administration Delta operates 24 vessels, MAR AD) but there is not expected including 16 general cargo caniers, four LASH carriers, and four com­ " to be any problem. Within five years, Crowley hopes bination passenger and cargo ships. Since 1969, the company has been to terminate Delta's existing longterm subsidy contracts that run owned by Holiday Inns, Inc. Crowley Maritime International through 1995 and 1997 and that is a subsidiary of San Francisco- cover five services. Crowley ,s ^ _ P^y it $152.4 million annually for five years, Delta now gets about $58 million a year in subsidy funds. According to Brenner, Delta will continue to be based in New Orleans Talking about the pending acqui­ sition of Delta by Crowley, Brenner said, "We think the marriage between two maritime firms makes a lot of sense." •.-i' -'d- SlU jobs on all Delta Steamship vessels remain secure as a result of the sale of Delta to SlU-contracted Crowley Marine, September 1982 / LOG �_" -• • '-; ,.vi T HE old adage "too many cooks spoil a broth" isn't always true; especially when it comes to upgrading. Twelve more stewards took advantage of the SlU's Steward Recertification Program to find out what's cooking in their union. Thanks to the SlU's ambitious two month recertification program which took place in Piney Point, New York, and Washington D.C., the stewards will be able to play a more active role on their respective vessels. They learned a great deal about the union's structure; studied the contract, and the pension and wel­ fare plans in detail. The stewards received top flight instruction. They met with the heads of all the departments, and saw first­ hand the union's Washington oper­ ation. Maritime is a rapidly changing industry. Technological advances affect us all. The Chief Steward, along with the Bosun, are the unofficial heads of the unlicensed crew. lt is important that the steward be aware of what's going on, since other members of . u' w oHwirP the crew often ask him There's more to being a g steward than knowing the rpcioes A good steward is one who ^ ^ ^^e latest developments in maritime industry, steward Becertification William Powell Paul Lopez Alva McCullum Henry Gallckl Ceasar Guerra Josep/i Bennett Jr. Bill Mandates increased Fill Rate for SPR irr-';'- w :-9-. % Washington, D.C.—The Emer­ gency Preparedness Act of 1982 was signed into law earlier this month. The bill, which is numbered S 2332, gives the President discretionary powers to fill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve at a rate of 300,000 barrels a day. It also sets a mandaotry fill rate of 220,000 barrels a day. Passage of the legislation marks the end of a nine year battle to protect this nation's security by beefing up its oil reserves. The need for a reserve became apparent during the Energy Crisis of 1973, when many oil producing coun­ tries embargoed oil to the United States and other Western nations. In the ensuing time, the United States, unlike its European partners, did little to build up an adequate reserve of oil. Legislation was passed during the Carter Administration to establish a Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the legislation did not set mandatory goals. Many energy experts urged the Administration to set a mandatory fill rate of 300,000 barrels a day. The Administration balked, but finally compromised. The old law set a dis­ cretionary fill rate of 220,000 barrels a day, which was rarely met. The new legislation makes that 220,000 fill rate mandatory. It also gives the President the discretionary powers to buy up to 300,000 barrels a day, if budget con­ siderations make that feasible. The new law requires the President to send a letter to Congress if he believes that budgetary considerations make it impossible to fill the Reserve at a 300,000 barrel rate. It also deals with another important question: the issue of storage facilities. At present, this country does not have the land-based facilities to store all the oil that will be bought for the Special Petroleum Reserve. S 2332 least 500,000,000 barrels of oil. When may seek to fill the reserve at a rate "directs the Department of Energy to that figure is reached, the President of 300,000 barrels. consider floating as well as on-shore — interim storage options," which is a nice way of saying that the oil can be stored on vessels. While 50% of the oil must be carried to the United States on American flag vessels, thanks to existing cargo pref­ erence laws, there is no existing pro­ vision that requires the interim storage vessels be American flag. A joint explanatory statement of the conferees directs the Department of Energy to consider the importance of American crewed storage facilities, but it does not mandate such a thing. A number of Congressmen have expressed uneasiness over the prospect of storing oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve When the SlU-manned SS Independence visited the west coast last month, Rep. on.foreign flag vessels. Glenn Anderson (2nd left) went aboard to greet her in L.A. Also In pics are SlU The present legislation will remain port agent Mike Worley (left); Capt. Mead, and company president David Stollmeyer in effect until the reserve contains at (right). DBNtdNR Rmrt iv trot likis AUGUST 1-31, 1982 'TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 39 25 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 36 7 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 14 5 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT "REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ^ Algonac.,..............^...." 35 .3 2 ,50 7 4 Port Algonac.....r..v...... 23 8 0 32 7''" ' 2 Port Algonac....,,., 9.0 0 12 0 0 Port Algonac.. 29 19 1 37 31 10 Totals All Departments 96 30 3 89 37 0 131 45 16 "Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. '"'Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 4 / LOG / September 1982 i + j'-. - - ...n' •'" �, •• ' •• ' • ;• ; '".-Tr"'' ,-4-V i -•^-. J.• 1 A - 4;-.v ™ .^;C / "^-r^^vV ^•^^ ;, :-^^ > .y. • • \", • •-•"•" •; ••'•••. .: Drozak to N.J. COPE Convention: Atlantic City, N.J.—In a strong indictment of the "anti-social, anti­ union, anti-worker" policies of the Reagan Administration, SIU Pres­ ident Frank Drozak called on a united labor movement "to put those who have supported the Reagan programs on the unemployment line where they have put 11 million of their fellow Americans." Speaking before several hundred delegates to the New Jersey State Committee on Political Education (COPE) Convention, held here Sept. 8 and 9, Drozak lashed out at the Administration for the "systematic decimation of 50 years of social progress." COPE is the political action arm of the AFL-CIO. "The record of the Reagan Administration is painfully clearr said Drozak. "Virtually everything Reagan has done since he entered office is aimed at the destruction of the American trade union move­ ment as a viable institution for the protection of the rights of working people. "By far the most destructive thing Reagan's programs and policies have done," Drozak continued, "is the steady erosion of jobs in America." Has Hurt Maritime Drozak noted that during his election campaign Presidential candidate Reagan had paid a visit to Sun Shipyard in Chester, Pa., where he spoke of the "dire" U.S. need for "a rational, reasonable and effective maritime policy... Ship- gram under supervision of the Fed­ eral government," he said. 'Must Send a Message' SIU President Frank Drozak {gnd right) Is with U.S. Senate hopeful Fra"»[ (2nd left) of New Jersey; Charles Marclante (left), head of the N.J. AFL-CIO and Ed Pulver (right), secretary-treasurer of the N.J. State Ffederatlon at the Committee on Political Education (COPE) Conference In Atlantic City early this month. building, a strong maritime industry and save American maritime Jobs," and our national security go hand- he added angrily. in-hand," Reagan told the shipyard But, if the "fast-shuffle" Reagan has given the maritime industry is workers in Aug., 1980. The tragic irony of Reagan's Sun bad, Drozak continued, citing Ship visit is that the yard no longer elimination of Construction Dif­ builds ships. "Hundreds of those ferential subsidies, sharp curtailment shipyard workers who stood there of Operating Differential Subsidies that day are now on the unemploy- closing the U.S. Public Health ment lines," Drozak said. Service Hospitals and allowing U.S. If all of Reagan's maritime ini- ship operators to build abroad, "his tiatives are enacted, countless record for workers in general is even thousands more jobs will be lost in worse. . U.S. shipbuilding, supply and supMillions of dollars in federal aid port industries, Drozak charged, have been cut from crucial social And in spite of the lip service programs, said Drozak, listing "the Reagan paid to the U;S. maritime Food Stamp program, the School industry, the President "has openly Lunch and other important nutrition opposed every effort and every ini- programs for the needy... educatiative we in the maritime labor tion... and job training programs, movement have attempted in Con"The Reagan budget ax has not gress to turn our industry around missed one 'aid-to-the-needy pro­ Drozak issued a call to arms for^ organized labor to "send a message loud and clear to President Reagan r on Election Day, Nov. 2, "that the days of his anti-social, anti-union, anti-worker policies are numbered r Electing a Congress committed to the well-being of American working people will halt Reagan's course of continued budget cuts and spiraling unemployment, added Drozak. While he acknowledged that "we have a tough job ahead of us —long hours of voter registration, phone banks, passing out leaflets and all the other different chores of helping a candidate get elected," Drozak assured the COPE delegates that the results—^neutralizing Reagonomics—would be worth every effort. "With the proper people in office, people who are willing to work with us to counter the destructive pro­ grams of the Reagan Administra­ tion," Drozak concluded, "we can start putting people back to work in 1983." In addition to SIU President Frank Drozak, speakers at the two-day N.J. Cope Convention included N.J. Senate Candidate Frank Lautenberg, who was earlier endorsed by the N.J. State Federation, and other local politicians. Chairing the COPE Conference was N.J. State AFLCIO President Charles Marciante. Union Buster on Labor Department Payroll Washington, D.C.—Six months ago the U.S. Department of Labor hired an economics consultant who views his job as "union bustin and who derisively described U.S. maritime unions view of themselves as "the most neglected and wretched poor creatures (who) ever walked God's eardi." Carl Dahlman, a Swedish citizen, made the remark on "union bustin'" in a letter to John Cogan, the Labor Dept.'s senior economic policy ad­ viser who hired Dahlman as a con­ sultant. The letter, dated Dec. 1, 1981 and recently obtained by a newspaper reporter, was written on University of Wisconsin letterhead where Dahlman is an economics professor. It says, m part: " . I'm coming [to Washington] as a consultant, not on the IPA [intergovemmental personnel assignment] program. The reason is that if I go on I PA, then my salary is paid by Wisconsin and I'm formally in their employ, which means that the time I spend bustin' unions will count towards tenure and my dept. chairman won't have that... Cogan fluffed off Dahlman's comments about union busting, saying they were made in jest. It more aimcuii nowc.^.. to ~ was more difficult, however, shrugoffDahlman'sremarksabout US maritime which were contained in a written critique of a paper on maritime policies which was ~ prepared for Labor Secretary Ray­ mond J. Donovan. Dahlman dismissed the paper. prepared by Robert W. Searby, deputy undersecretary for mtemationd affairs as "just so much hogwash. It's a very poor paper.. written by a guy who s been a pipeline tor the unions for years." "The paper starts, wntes Dahlman, "by saying that the mantime _ • Ihave never received onAfthino unions anything from any administration, they are [the] most neglected and wretched poor creatures [who] ever walked God's earth." In the overview, Searby talks about phasing out American-owned, flag-of-convenience fleets which, he points out, "is more than ten times as large as the U.S.-Hag fleet engaged in international commerce." "Naturally;' Dahlman sneers m his report, "unions would love a rule that requires all U.S.-owned ships of whatever flag to use U.S. crews or to have these ships registered as U.S. ships and then manned by Americans. But it is a dead policy." When asked to comment on "Dahlman's clearly anti-union statements, Cogan, Dahlman's boss, said he had "fullest confidence in Dahlman," though he called the flap over Dahlman's maritime labor positions "iinfortiinate." "unfortunate. SIU President Frank Drozak used stronger language remarking that Dahlman's "criticism... seemed to be based on a dislike of unions and a distaste for doing anything that would help them. "By his own admission Mr. Dahlman sees his function as union busting," said Drozak, "and it seems ters of labor policy would be m^ on Ae basis of his ^rngomsm oDrozak called Dolmans appointment a "subversion of the role of the Dept. of Labor. All other issues aside, the fact that the U.S. Dept. of Labor h^ two foreign nationals on its payroll (in addition to Dahlman, Cogan hired a Canadian as another economic policy advisor) at a time of near-record U.S. unemployment seems insensitive at the very least. September 1,982 / LOQ 5 •6 �Great Lakes & Western Rivers, by VP. Mike Sacco n the midst of this disappointing, shipping season on the Rivers and Lakes. I'm happy to report that SIUj contracted Orgulf will soon be chris­ tening a brand new 8400 horsepower towboat, the James Ludwig. Also, the Orgulf contract will soon be coming up and ballots for the elec­ tion of a contract committee and sug­ gestion forms for contract proposals are being sent out. At SlU-contracted National Marine, contract negotiations are in progress. The membership elected four rank-andfile members to the contract negotiating committee. They are Lars Rood, James Benoit, Robert Chalet, and Scott Bumap. In Missouri, the SIU gave strong support to Democratic Representative Bill Clay who has been a good friend of labor. Our backing for this senior member of Congress helped him to win a tough primary race. Earlier this rnonth I was at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Ftoint, Md. to chair the annual Towboat Advisory Board meeting. Of all the Towboat Advisory meetings held, this one was the most positive and productive. The meeting attracted more participants than ever before fixim SlU-contracted companies. The future of inland shipping and the best way to prepare for that future were discussed by the participants. It was a very worthwhile meeting and felt that a lot was accomplished. As we continue to struggle through the worst shipping season on the Great Lakes since the Great Depression, the Union is making every effort to lessen the impact on our members. Servicing is continuing on a regular basis and claims are being pressed as quickly as possible. The drop in shipping is a result of the drop in cargoes due to a decimated auto industry. Hopefully, there will be a break in this situation next season. Meanwhile, your Union representatives are available to help in any way they can. I ''ip?4 :;s>'' W^st Coast, by VP. George McCartney rms-ri '- •- •-..y&'S.i [ERE on the West Coast shipping Lhas been fair to good. We are awaiting the re-entry of three SlUcontracted ships to the Alaska oil trade. They are the supertankers Massachu­ setts, Brooklyn, and Williamsburgh. However, the SlU-contracted Santa Magdalena (Delta) continues to be laid up for lack of cargo. She'll possibly be sailing in November. Her plight brings home a very important point— the need for a bulk cargo bill: There's just such a bill pending now in the House. It's H-R. 6979, the "CompStiv^MCTchant Shipping and Shipbuilding Revitalization Act of 1982. This bill is getting the full support of the SIU. We need bills like this as well as bilateral shipping agreements if we want to see the U.S. merchant marine survive. Some important events will be taking place m the Wilmington area in the coming weeks. The 25th anniversary meeting of the AFL-CIO'S Los AngelesOrange County Organizing Committee will be addressed by the Federation s president. Lane Kirkland. Steve Edney, the National Director of the SlUaffiliated United Industrial Workers (UIW) is chairman of the Committee. On Oct. 6, National Maritime Council Unity Day, which will be held on the permanently docked UlW-contracted Queen Mary, will be moderated by SIU President Frank Drozak. Over 400 people are expected to attend. Herb Brand, chairman of the board of the Washington, D.C.-based Trans­ portation Institute (Tl), will also participate. From the port of Honolulu, we can report that both of the SlU-contracted American Global Lines cruise ships are back on their regular runs. During the summer, the SS Independence had experimented with a voyage along the West Coast. It is very vital for the continued health of these ships—the pioneers in the revitalization of the U.S.-flag passenger ship business—that the tax equity bill for exemptions for conventions aboard ships be passed by the-Congress. ... , -r In the political arena, we have been very active m trying to get Tom Bradley elected governor and Jerry Brown elected U.S. Senator for California. In key Congressional races, we're fighting against some big Republican war chest money to get Democrats Glenn Anderson and Tom Lantos elected. Under the Union's trip relief program, we shipped the following relief jobs on the West Coast in August: San Francisco—two in the deck department, one in the engine department; Wilmington—none; Seattle—one in the deck Gulf Coast, by VP. Joe Sacco ith winter approaching it is hoped that there will be an increase in shipping because of the seasonal upswing in petroleum carriage. The poor economy of the country is con­ tinuing to have an effect on all segments of Gulf shipping. The SIU participated in the Labor Day celebration in San Antonio, Tex. where a statue of the famous labor leader Samuel Gompers was unveiled. The main speaker was AFL-CIQ Pres­ ident Lane Kirkland. Politically, this month has been a very active one "exas and other Gulf states. In Texas, f is1extremely important one, and SIU members are asked to come to the W races are very significant for ns. Three of the candidates tve are snpporting-ail of them did very well in the primaries and will be returned Lindy Boggs and Gillis Long, both Democrats, and Bob Livingston, a XmcLy Congresswoman Boggs addressed the Maritime Port M in New Orleans and thanked the Council for its support of her 'dnd'^acy In turn, the Council expressed its appreciation to the Congresswoman fat her introduction of H.R. 6979, the "Competitive Merchant Shipping airf Shipbuilding Revitaiization Act of 1982" which is aimed at promoting the carriage of bulk cargoes on American-flag ships. SlU-contracted Delta Steamship Lines was sold for $96 million to another SlU-contracted company, San Francisco-based Crowley Maritime. The jobs of SIU members aboard the Delta ships will remain secure. Under the new trip relief program, the following relief jobs were shipped August: Mobile—none; New Orleans—two in the engine department and two in the steward department; Jacksonville—none; Houston—three in the steward departrrient, four in the deck department, and one in the engine department. East Coast, by VP Leon Hall ihis month marked the 100th anni­ versary of Labor Day and in the port of New York it was a big success I drawing approximately 400,000 people to the annual parade. The SIU was out in full force with several hundred members marching along with District 2 of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. Making a particularly impressive showing was a contingent of trainees from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, ________ Md. With their banners held high, they marched in tight military formation. The group was a standout in the crowd. Not as joyful as the Labor Day parade is the shipping situation on the East Coast which was slow last month. In the Deck Department 59 members shipped; in the engine department, 47; in the steward department, 23, and in the en^ ratings, 45 from the port of New York. However, there has still been a lot of work to do. In the port of New York for the month of August, we paid off 29 ships, visited 19 vessels in transit, and signed on 13 ships. Under the new trip relief program, the following relief jobs were shipped: New York—three in the deck department, five in the engine department, and two in the steward department; Gloucester—none; Philadelphia—two in the deck department; Baltimore—one in the deck department, one in the engine department; Norfolk—one in the steward department, one in the engine department; Piney Point—none. The last few months and the upcoming weeks are vital ones in the political sphere. There's a number of important races and we could use all the help we can get in electing labor-backed candidates. Just drop into any of the Union Halls and volunteer a little of your time. There's a lot to do if we want to have the people in office who will be good for maritime labor. In connection with political activities, I'm happy to say that our voter registration drive in New York is moving along very well. There's a booth set up in the Hall for anyone who wants to register. It's an extremely simple procedure, so if you're not registered, please do so quickly as possible. �. "• ' J.~,j aJ ^ ^ -t -—• 'rui!-"-''>'''-\r-- •K'U • "" •""' IS-';- '^ Marching Seafarers Join MEBA District 2 members In the parade on Sept 6. N.Y governor hopeful Mario Cuomo (front center) waves to the Labor Day Parade crowd. Labor's Ranks File Up Fifth Ave. • -Tf • K--. Biggest N.Y Labor Day Parade Ever New York, N.Y—The sun shone down on the biggest Labor Day Parade in history as crowds esti­ mated at close to half a million marched up Fifth Avenue or cheered from the packed sidewalks, marking organized labor's centennial year. Tens of thousands of rank-andfile union members representing 250 labor unions and locals including a large contingent of Seafarers, streamed over the 26-block parade route which ended at St. Patrick s Cathedral on New York City's West 52nd Street. The SIU contingent included members from the New York area as well as a group of young Seafarers from Piney Point. Sprinkled among the marchers were a clutch of campaigning pol­ iticians, hustling votes for either the New York primary Sept. 23 or the Nov. 2 general election. Some, like Lt. Governor Mario Cuomo, who's been endorsed by the N.Y. State AFL-CIO in his bid for the Democratic gubernatorial nod, were greeted enthusaistically by legions of supporters, including the SIU contingent waving "Cuomo for Governor" signs. Others were all but ignored by the marchers. Members of Local 802 of the Musician's union kicked off the parade at 9:57 A.M. They were followed by N.Y. Central Labor Council President Harry Van Arsdale and AFL-CIO Regional Director Michael Mann, the parade's Grand Marshal, who called the march "the greatest and the best we've ever had." The first Labor Day parade was A At W 41st St., Radio City Musical Hall Rockettes, union members. held in 1882 in New York City's Union Square with 10,000 partic­ ipants. The 1981 parade, the first to be held in New York after a 13year suspension, drew anywhere from 100,000 to 250,000. This year's total of 400,0(X) to 500,000 capped all. earlier Labor Day turn­ outs. The picture-perfect weather, marching bands and colorful baumers made this Labor Day parade a cel­ ebration of the American worker. But the parade also provided the labor movement with an opportunity to underscore deep opposition to the Reagan Administration's poli­ cies. J- \ Gtoln' up N.YC.'8 5th Ave. Ip the parade Is a eohtthgant pi die SlU's Wney Pointers. kick up their heels. Scores of placards displayed throughout the march, pronounced organized labor's animosity towards Administration policies that have increased unemployment to the highest level since, the Depression while slashing Federal programs that aid the unemployed, the poor and the elderly. "Free Cheese Is Fine But a Job is Better^' "Are Reagonomics Killing Your Parents," "Government That Works Keeps People Working," and "Stop the Flood of Imports," were some of the signs waved by union members. Not forgotten was the now-dis­ banded Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization which was decertified by the Federal govern­ ment following a bitter strike last year. "New York Labor Mourns Patco—1968-1981," read a sign draped over a hearse that moved slowly at the head of the parade. SIU members marched side-byside with members of MEBA-AMD District 2. s* September 1982 / LOG 7 —:r �/MT^- J •r'v- -•f • fr- f -'h . n-. k •'•'<^. i' • ' •Itl Unveil Gompers Statue on j-a^r^Pfy ^ . . . . San Antonio, TX.—Parades, picnics, public forums and concerts highlighted the Labor Day weekend in this city. But San Antonio s big event in this, organized labor's centennial year, was the unveiling of a statue of Samuel Gompers, founding President of the American Federation of Labor which became the AFL-CIO in 1955 when it merged with the Congress of Industrial Organizations. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland keynoted the unveiling cere­ mony of the 16-foot statue of Gom­ pers who died in San Antonio in 1924. Surrounding Gompers are figures of American working men and women. Kirkland also served as Grand Marshal of4he San Antonio Labor I'11?:'^ Personals Robert Benjamin Please contact, Vinrent Schettin^ 50 Tompkins Place, Brooklyn, NY 11231. Charlotte Delmont \• •4 Please contact, your son, Shane McCiuskey at P.O. Box 316, Ft. Mad­ ison, la. 52627. Urgent! William Brack Please contact, Marie Brack at 1860 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, Fla. 33313. Tel. (305) 735-2072^ •-.u •^'•^-6 Texas state AFL-CIO, represented •.I \ Ininn in San San'Antonio. the Union Antonio. Other participants included United Farm Workers President Cesar Chavez, San Antonio Mayor Henry Cisneros and Rep. Henry Gonzalez. Joan Suarez, president of the San Antonio AFL-CIO, opened the 9:45 A.M. dedication ceremonies with Texas AFL-CIO President Harry Hubbard and Glen Peterson, national vice president of AFGE. The Gompers memorial, com­ missioned by the San Antonio AFLCIO, is the work of sculptor Betty Jean Alden. The statue s Market Street site was donated by the city of San Antonio. Day parade in which 25 000 union L/ClJ members; accompanied by floats and bands, marched between Ave. E and Third St., and the parade's e^dpoint on Camaron Street. In his speech, Kirkland noted that many of the words Samuel Gompers 'c'noke more than a half century ago _P°kemore t were prophetically true about America today. "It is a false and unwise economy," Kirkland said, quoting Gomoers Gompers, "and a lack ot of statesSp.0 retrench public expenditures and improvements when such a course means suffering, misery and hunger:' Marking the huge cuts j" P"b"c assistant by the Reagan Administration, Kirkland said the Administration would be wise to heed Gompers' words. Dozens of top union officials, as well as local and national politicans, joined AFL-CIO President Kirkland on the parade reviewing stand. On hand was American Federation of Government Employees President Kenneth T Blaylock who served as honorary nonorary national uaiiw..a. co-chair of the -San Antonio Labor Day Celebration along with Kirklarid. SIU Vice President Joe Sacco who is also a vice president of u In July's LOG, we inadvertently lan an obituary of Laker Eino Arvid Sale, 70,ofWentworth. Wise., who later notified us that he is very much alive and kickin'. We sincerely apologize to Brother Salo and to his wife, Helmie and his sons and daughters. Please excuse the error, our faces are red! The Editor Waterman Part of U.S Navy's TAKX Program •" . rr.1 cUJf five-year periods. Three of the ships Washington, D.C.—^The U.S. will be available by Sept. 30, 1984 Navy is moving ahead on an ambi­ and the remainder will be delivered tious ship charter program which would provide employment to both in 1985 and 1986. The Navy's agreement with American shipyards and seafarers. Waterman calls for the definite Plans are for the Navy to charter charter of one ship with options on at least six and possibly as many two others at a cost of as 13 ships from private companies $124,789,000. The vessels, built to act as floating armories in the initially for regular liner service, Navy's Rapid Deployment Force •<1: Beg Pardon... So Sorry About That O' the American FMeratlon of Labor. ^ for*: —ep..%si,ioningforce B Wa^nnan. T^masHey^ardand "provide the capability to pre-posi- program, said a ^^cent ^vy sta e also will provide significant economic opponunities in both the ship construction and ship operating industries" "In particular;- Goodrich continned, "this program provides an immediate employment boost to that segment of the shipbuilding industry areas of potential crisis," a Navy "iligem' upon approval of Congress, the Navy has entered into agreements for long-term charters of either newly constructed or con­ verted vessels owned by SlU-contracted Waterman Steamship and two other companies ness and American merchant mariners with additional jobs. Acting Navy Secretary James F. Goodrich expanded on the benefits to U.S. seamen and shipyard workers from the TAKX program in letters sent last month to both million the Navy will charter at million, the y and appropriations committees, "in addition to the military capa- charlLr period by four additional approve the program, TAKX... ^ra priceiar of over $800 the House and Senate armed ^iees normally associated with the metchant marine and for little commercial work is expected in the near future." Much of the conversion work is slated to take place at Bethl^em Steel's Shipyards in Sp^ws Point, Md. and Beaumont, Tx. AFL-CIQ Has a Beef With Iowa Finks BOYCOTT IOWA BEEF Proces­ sors products! That's the word from the AFL-CIO Executive Council which has endorsed the "Don't Buy" cam­ paign of the United Food & Commercial Workers union against Iowa Beef Pro­ cessors. A UFCW strike against IBP's Dakota City, Neb., plant is now entering its third month. The strike was called when IBP refused to bargain on its 'final contract offer' which called for a fouryear wage and cost-of-living freeze, wage cuts for about 700 workers and other givebacks. The Governor of Nebraska ordered state troopers and the National Guard to the strike site to prevent clashes between the 2,000 striking UFCW members and the 1,400 .scabs hired by the company. National Labor Relations Board charges against IBP for refusal to bar­ gain in good faith and other labor law violations are pending, with a hearing scheduled for next month. This is the fourth AFL-CIO job action launched against IBP since 1969, when the UFCW began negotiating its first contract there. The first UFCW strike (held by what was then the Meat Cutters union) lasted seven-and-a-half months. Iowa Beef next locked out employees for 189 days between July 1973 and Januaiy 1974. The longest action against the company came when the union stmck for 14 months, from Feb. 1978, to April, 1979. The SIU calls on all Union members and their families to support our brothers arifi sisters in the UFCW by boycotting all products of Iowa beet Processors. 8 / LOG / September 1982 * K. �•m •-: - m k-: W -V I I I I I I I September 1982 I SiMt',in.Ms Inurn.itu.n.il I nimi ol \orili AIIKIK.I. AI 1. < U » I Roggs Rulk Bill WASHINGTON REPORT I I Lindy Boggs introduced one of the year's Washington has found a new glamor Issue: I the balanced budget amendment. most important pieces of maritime legislation, I the Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act Experts are split over the effect that such an I amendment would have. Some say that it would of 1982, H.R. 6979. The bill seeks to promote I put the nation back on course financially. Others increased United States flag ocean transport of bulk commodities in the foreign commerce I are not so sure. of the United States, it would also strengthen I The maritime industry is in a unique position I to judge the measure. It has often been the this nation's industrial defense base. The bill has picked up considerable support I subject of Congress legislation, only to be I neglected by the bureacrats who cany out policy. since it was first introduced last month. Sev­ enteen more representatives have added their To give an example: President Reagan I 1 recently decided to extend for one year the names to the bill's list of co-sponsors, raising I US-Soviet grain pact. Very few people the number to 36. I remember that the original pact called for a I 30-30 split between American and Soviet car­ MARAD AuthorixaHofis I riers. the government has not carried The Maritime Authorizations Bill, which is I outUnfortunately, the original agreement. According to one decided upon yearly, is expected to come up I highly placed official in the maritime industry, I "Somebody is carrying American grain to the for a vote within the next few weeks. A spirited I Soviets,- but it sure as hell isn't an American floor fight is predicted. A number of Con­ gressmen have expressed dissatisfaction with I operator'' the far-sighted bill that was reported out of the I House Merchant Marine Committee. I Fcnwl^Flttb The opponents of the present House bill want I to refashion it in the image of its Senate coun­ A story reported by theiVP Daily News gives I a vivid terpart, which incorporated many of the picture of what the maritime industry I is up against Administration's suggestions. As it now stands, in Washington. According to the I reporter for the paper, Millicent Fenwick (R- the House bill would retain the vitally important I NJ) was being briefed by maritime officials in Construction Differential Subsidy program, I Washington. "Look," said the wealthy con- raise the ceiling on the Title XI Loan Guarantee I giesswoman who is running for the U.S. Senate, Program from $12 billion to $15 billipn, and I "I know ewrything 1 need to know about the bar subsidized operators from building their vessels in foreign shipyards. t maritime industry. My father owned a yacht." I I I I I Don't just gripe to ypur shipmates! I Write Your Congressman or Senators! I Teii them we NEED a strong U.S. maritime industry I I I I I I I SPAD is the SIU's political fund and our political arm in I Washington, D.C. The SIU asks for and accepts voluntary I contributions only. The Union uses the money donated to SPAD to support the election campaigns of legislators who I have shown a pro-maritime or pro-labor record. I SPAD enables the SIU to work effectively on the vital I maritime issues in the Congress. These are issues that have I a direct impact on the jobs and job security of all SIU mem­ I bers, deep-sea, inland, and Lakes. I The SIU urges its members to continue their fine record I of support for SPAD. A member can contribute to the I SPAD fund as he or she sees fit, or make no contribution at I all without fear of reprisal. I A copy of the SPAD report is filed with the Federal Elec­ I tion Commission. It is available for purchase from the EEC I in Washington, D.C. I I I I I I I I =-' r^ hinoton A>innmMr.uui- ,iiul Rvizul.ii.-IA H.ip|H-nm;^s Tbwer-itig Opinion If Congress were serious about taming the budget deficit, it would begin by setting prior­ ities. It would place health and social needs over generous tax write-offs to businessmen. And it would recognize that the security of this country depends on more than just unused, expensive military hardware. According to John Ibwer, chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, "we must begin to fully appreciate the importance of the U.S. Merchant Marine to the fulfillment of our national security objectives. We must develop a comprehensive national maritime policy—encompassing both our naval forces and civilian merchant marine." Caribbean Basin Initiative Ronald Reagan has labeled the Caribbean Basin Initiative his favorite piece of legislation now pending in the House and Senate. Orga­ nized labor is opposed to this legislation because it believes that "Big Business" is waiting to make a killing on the fine print by exporting American jobs at a time when the nations unemployment rate is nearly 10%. In order to safeguard the interests of its members, the SIU has asked that Section 2 of the bill be amended to excludfe canned tuna products from unreasonable foreign competi­ tion. * Pendliig Legiriarion There are a number of important maritime bills that are still pending action. Some enjoy widespread support. The only problem is time. This session of Congress is rapidly drawing to a close. Those bills that aren't passed when Congress convenes in December will be offi­ cially dead. Maritime officials are keeping track of the following bills: the Regulatory Reform Act of 1982, the Guarini Conventions tax deduction bill, and the Competitive Shipping and Ship­ building Act of 1982. Puerto Rico Passenger Bill The House has passed H.R. 1489, a bill that would permit passengers to be transported between Puerto Rico and other U.S. ports on foreign flag vessels. Although the bill does not technically amend the Jones Act, the SIU has gone on record as opposing it because of the vagueness of the language. According to SIU President Frank Drozak, "under the terms of the act, it is unclear whether a foreign-flag ship could pick up passengers in one U.S. mainland port, stop at Puerto Rico, continue to another U.S. mainland port, and disembark all of its passengers. At present, this is a vio­ lation of cabotage laws and U.S. Customs Service regulations. However, should H.R. 1489 be enacted, it may no longer be detenuined to be a violation and would create a loophole for the point-to-point domestic transportation of passengers." The bill is now before the Senate Commerce Committee. September 1982 / LOG 9 �S the 1982 school season begins, It's not too early for high school seniors to start thinking about September 1983, and college. For depend­ ents of Seafarers and Boatmen, the financial burden of college can be greatfy eased if they wm an SlU scholarship. The awards, known as the Charlie Logan Scholarship Program, are given each year under the auspices of the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan. For dependents, four $10,000 scholarships are offered. But the Scholarship Program is not exciuslveiy for depend­ ents. A $10,000 award and two $5,000 scholarships are available to active Seafarers and Boatmen. Also, when there are exception­ ally qualified Seafarers and Boatmen, the Board of Trustees of the Welfare Plan may grant a second $10,000 award to an active member. The Scholarship Program was begun in 1952 to help members and their children achieve their educational goals. Several years ago it was named after Charlie Logan, a labor consultant and arbitrator who died in 1975. He helped establish the Seafarers Scholarship Program and then worked hard to keep it strong and growing. A n: • •' 1-^ S'^:' , ._. . ->0^, -;. -. N 'tl' •••.-' --~i '"' •X ' V 1983 SlU College Scholarships - Must Take SAT or ACT ical are eligible to apply for a dependent's scholarship up to For both active members and the age of 25. the dependents of eligible mem­ Seafarer Requirements Each applicant for a depend­ bers, the scholarship grants are Seafarers and Boatmen who awarded on the basis of high are applying for scholarships ent's scholarship must: •. Be unmarried at the time school grades and the scores of must; either College Entrance Exam­ • Be a graduate of high school application is made. • Be under 19 or 25 years of ination Boards (SAT) or American or its equivalent. College Tests (ACT). • Have credit for two years age (whichever is applicable). The SAT or ACT exam must • Be eligible for dependent (730 days) of employment with benefits under the Seafarers be taken no later than February, an employer who is obligated to i1983 to ensure that the results make contributions to the Sea­ Welfare Plan. • Be a graduate of high school reach the Scholarship Selection farers Welfare Plan on the Committee in time to be evalu­ ^ employee's behalf prior to the or its equivalent. The applicant's parent must; ated. For upcoming SAT test date of application. • Have credit for three years dates and applications, contact • Have one day of employ­ (1,095 days) of employment with the College Entrance Exami­ ment on a vessel in the six month an employer who is obligated to nation Board at either: Box 592, period immediately preceding the make contributions to the Sea­ date of application. • Have 125 days of employ­ farers Welfare Plan on the employee's behalf prior to the ment on a vessel in the previous date of application. calendar year. • Have one day of employ­ ment in the six month period Pensioners are not eligible to immediately preceding the date receive scholarship awards. of application. Dependent Requirements • Have 125 days of employ­ Dependents of Seafarers and ment in the previous calendar Boatmen who apply for a schol­ year. The last two items above cov­ arship must be unmarried, under 19 years of age, and receive sole ering worktime requirements of support from the employee and/ the applicant's parent do not or his or her spouse. Unmarried apply to applicants who are the children who are eligible for ben­ children of pensioners or eligible efits under Plan #1 Major Med­ deceased employees. 10 / LOG / September 1982 m rkOCLAfX r\r DrkV Princeton, N.J.• 08540 or Box 1025, Berkeley, Calif. 94701, whichever is closest to your mailing address. For upcoming ACT test dates and applications contact: ACT Registration Union, P.O. Box 414, Iowa City, Iowa 52243. Scholarship program appli­ cations are available to active members or their dependents at any SlU Hall or through the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan, 275 20th St., Brooklyn, N.Y 11215. Scholarship winners will be announced in May, 1983. The deadline for submission of appli­ cations is April 15, 1983. �SlU Crowley Boatmen muster for a pix at the company s ^^king ga-^ifigriTr-Jf iiiMM" - to r., are mates Igor Loch and Michael Domangue. Standing, '. I. to' — AB; Rudolph Blazevick, chef; SlU Wilmington representative Marshall Novack, Bill ^ Privette, mate, and David Novack, AB. inev,ruw.c, » Balzevick. Sunny L.A., nn Action Spot for SlU Boatmen lU-contracted Crowley Marine, who just purchased Delta Lines, has a huge operation of tugs and barges tot shipdocking, towing and offshore work worldwide. One of their action-spots is Los Angeles harbor, where SlU Boatmen man the company's shipdocking and offshore tugs and barges. Like most of the nation, business is down a bit in L.A. harbor. But SlU boatmen there are working regularly, running 7 boats and 11 barges at the present time. Part of the company's action in the L.A. area is servicing the big offshore oil rigs off the Southern California coast. On a recent visit to the Los Angeles area, the Log photog hit some of the boats to get a first hand look at the operation. S Jeff Maszk, tankerman, on Barge 25. "ftichael Domangue, mate on the Puerto Nuevo. la a 1981 giad ol the SlU'a Thwboat operator Scholarship Program. AB Cal Callahan ties up the Crowley tug George S. payroll. September 1982 / LOG 11 �^ "^ The SHirergafe brings in a group of passengers to the dock as she passes the fishing smack, the Sea Wtilf (rear). ..a'' of the port of Wilmington, Calif, answers questions Springer. _ San Diego By Sea, Via SiU Tourboats • I' 1onr1p>H .'Vi %• • ,^- , i-r 'r^;- ^kfV ;.,. •'W ^' " >"r ;• • ..<i.: ^j'nv 1 S4-^- 3nCl the mE Log Los recently visited vibiicu thd uic ^ rpHE ji. boats of Star and Crescent Cabrillo National Monument. Harbor Cruises in San Diego, Calif. Zuniga Jetty where two years ago workers voted gulls, cormorants, and pelto affiliate with the SIU. abound. The tour continues The five vessels of the Star and 3^^ Diego-Coronado Bay Crescent fleet are tour boats that for a look of the Silver take their passengers for excursions viewed on the excurof beautiful San Diego harbor. sion are the U.S. Naval Station and On the 25-mile, two-hour excurfashion Harbor Fish Mart, sion of the harbor, the boats pass ^ such sites as the Star of India, the There are 12-mile, one-hour oldest merchant ship still afloat; cruises, too.^ . ,T/'- TOS^ LindberA Field; Harbor and Shelter The five btrats in the Heel are. / ••'iir.i'fU-'-'' Islands; Point Loma and its sub- Silvergare; Cahrillo: Murnlia. cruise Guide Tbny Bowler is ready lor „ari„e base; Ballast Point, where Moniere. and Pomi Loma. the passengers. llllfll^VH^LlLeii ' 5':}^ V --ifc Another tour guide at)oard Is Cindy DelgadlHo. #• I ^^F^Ben/es On the S/firergale(^&Ci»«!eiit) Evelyn Fisher serves coffee at the snack bar. rnmmtmf OiXRuss Holmes of the Cabrillo (Star & Ciescent) ^JJJ^^^^Hhouse wheel In San Diego Harbor. Last month Nell Cartwrlght ^ndsby to fbed the tourlets, I* if 5-/ f I I -t Making fast a cruise boat Is Deckhand and Cruise Guide Kathy Adams. ••J" '..-i'.*. • 4., iiirsiafva:^ 12 / LOG / September 1982 1 O, While a comely passenger (rear) looks on, AB Pedro Enriquez of the Cabri/to puts down the gangway. K' At the mike extolling the beauty of the Bay Is Tbur Guide Mike Gardener. �•; :' , , ' -. ^r •-ti. - •: >•:. " -;. rr-y^-rc^^ Piney Point Maryland •4 ^The purpose of our school is to guide and encourage our memhers to improve their professional skills' By FRANK DROZAK, President Seafarers International Union T .-• :jr-'r^.'' ' '''^$'^- • "If® • ;%?^f;' 'M- - : p#-':" '-V. ]'••(' L\^^' HE Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship, named in honor of the first president of the Seafarers International Union, was founded on its present site in Piney Point, Maryland in 1967 by Paul Hall. In the years since the school was founded, it has grown to become the largest educational facility for unlicensed seafarers, and licensed and unlicensed boatmen in the United States. In the past few years, the School has gone through a very special period of growth and adjustment to meet the ever increasing changes in marine technology and the changing manpower needs of the deep sea and offshore towing industries. This special 16 page supplement is designed to bring Seafarers and Boatmen completely up-to-date on the SHLSS curriculum. I suggest you save this supplement for your records and reference. The purpose of the school is to train, guide, and encourage our people—^young and old—to make careers for themselves on the world's oceans or on America's network of inland and coastal waterways. as well as to upgrade seafarers and boatmen to higher ratings. To achieve these goals, the school emphasizes both academic and vocational education. Vocational programs are being continually devel­ oped, revised and expanded as changes in industry or Coast Guard regulations occur. The newest teaching aids and techniques have been adapted for use in the maritime field by a teaching staff which includes specialists in virtually every area of the maritime industries. Complementing the vocational education curriculum are a variety of opportunities for academic advance­ ment. The school offers a remedial reading program,, an independent study program, a hig]? school equiv­ alency program, and college credits programs. Instructors at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship emphasize the necessity of competence in both on-the-job skills and in academic arSas stich as reading and math. Thus, students are motivated to learn because they see the relationship between academic growth and their vocational goals. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship is oriented to the needs of its students and of the maritime industries. Through its combination of academic and vocational education and its policy of responsiveness to technological advances, the school is successfully—and without cost to the gov­ ernment—educating and securing employment for seafarers and boatmen aboard the ships and boats of America's privately-owned, civilian-manned fleets. LOG Special 16 Page Supplement September 1982 / LOGi ••• 1' .. ' . ,«! •'.'"-ji," f4i| �'m The ine Silvergate ouvvfyaifs brings In a group of ipassengers to the dock as she passes the fishing smack, the Sea Wfo/f (rear). M.«h.l. Ncack (.eft) o..he per. f Wlhplngttn, CM. .n.w.« from Tour Guide Robin from lOUr uuiae nuum Springer. w|#« * m San Diego By Sea, Via SiU Tourboats ,. , • I. - Cruise Guide Tony Bowier is ready for the passengers. rriHE Log recently visited the X boats of Star and Crescent Harbor Cruises in San Diego, Calif, where two years ago workers voted to affiliate with the SiU. The five vessels of the Star and Crescent fleet are tour boats that take their passengers for excursions of beautiful San Diego harbor. On the 25-mile, two-hour excur­ sion of the harbor, the boats pass such sites as the Star of India, the oldest merchant ship still afloat; Lindbergh Field; Harbor and Shelter Islands; Point Loma and its sub-, marine base; Ballast Point, where IS42.andthe the Spanish lonHfaM landed in in 1542, and the Cabrilio National Monument. The boats also pass Zuniga Jetty where gulls, cormorants, and pel­ icans abound. The tour continues under the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge for a look of the Silver Strand. Also viewed on the excur­ sion, are the U.S. Naval Station and the old fashion Harbor Fish Mart. There are 12-mile, one-hour cruises, too. The five boats in the fleet are: Siberia,e: Cabrilla: Murrina: Montere.and Point Loma. gadlllo. ' ..rf, 0I j:v-' :>«:'• 5 , !;w L'fe.Vv £nhm Rnhttr On the Sfh.ergele(^r& Crescent) EvelynRsherser^ coffee at the snack bar. C^Russ Holmes of tfie Cabrilio (Star & Crescent) SSSiSSrl^klS^se wheel In San Clh^ Last month Nell Cartwright ^nds by to feed the tourl®te. -v| :i ''i' Making fast a cruise ^t Is Deckhand and Cruise Guide Kathy Adams. 12 / LOG / September 1982 While a comely passenger (rear) looks on, AB Pedro Enrlquez of the Cabr/l/o puts down the gangway. At the mike extolling the beauty of the Bay Is Tbur Guide Mike Gardener. �-I Seafarers HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL "MK' OF SEAMANSHIP 8l^^M^^W6l!l|llggS|^^^|te^L f t". I _ Piney Point Maryland ^The purpose of our school is to guide and encourag our members to improve their professional skills^ By FRANK DROZAK, President Seafarers International Union ^HE Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea. manship, named in honor of the first president of the Seafarers International Union, was founded on its present site in Piney Point, Maryland in 1967 by P^ul Hall. In the years since the school was founded, it has grown to become the largest educational facility for unlicensed seafarers, and licensed and unlicensed boatmen in the United States. In the past few years, the School has gone through a very special period of growth and adjustment to meet the ever increasing changes in marine technology and the changing manpower needs of the deep sea and offshore towing industries. This special 16 page supplement is designed to bring Seafarers and Boatmen completely up-to-date on the SHLSS curriculum. I suggest you save this supplement for your records and reference. The purpose of the school is to train, guide, and encourage our people—^young and old to make careers for themselves on the world's oceans or on America's network of inland and coastal waterways. I fii as well as to upgrade seafarers and boatmen to higher ratings. To achieve these goals, the school emphasizes both academic and vocational education. Vocational programs are being continually devel­ oped, revised and expanded as changes in industry or Coast Guard regulations occur. The newest teaching aids and techniques have been adapted for use in the maritime field by a teaching staff which includes specialists in virtually every area of the maritime industries. Complementing the vocational education curriculum are a variety of opportunities for academic advance­ ment. The school offers a remedial reading program, an independent study program, a high school equiv­ alency program, and college credits programs. Instructors at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship emphasize the necessity of competence in both on-the-job skills and in academic areas such as reading and math. Thus, students are motivated to leam because they see the relationship between academic growth and their vocational goals. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship is oriented to the needs of its students and of the maritime industries. Through its combination of academic and vocational education and its policy of responsiveness to technological advances, the school is successfully—and without cost to the gov­ ernment—educating and securing employment for seafarers and boatmen aboard the ships and boats of America's privately-owned, civilian-manned fleets. • • • V-v' M --l •" ---J " '-r--4 "'3; • • r^' ' '' •' •. s: • ;v • . .. . .A ' Special 16 Page Supplement ^ptember 1982 / LOG 13 - -V.': �Our aim is to help our brothers and sisters make a better way of life for themselves By FRANK M0N(;ELLI, Vice Pr^ident Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship VERY student at our school is different. They have different backgrounds, different problems, different ambitions and different learning potentials. Each one of our members who come to the school has his own special understanding of the world he lives in, and how to deal with it. He has his own set of values, his own sense of self-esteem, his own sense of self-confidence, and his own special way of getting along with his shipmates. Our aim is to help all of our brothers and sisters to make a better way of life for themselves and for their families. All of our education programs are based on our determination to help our menibers succeed. Our door, and the doors of all of our staff members, are always open to any ot our members at the school who have any problem which is interfering with their effort to improve their lite. E '-'•- t/i.. .. A-riii;* Ik tr'i'- •f. 14 / LOG / September 1982 Working together in a new spirit of cooperation' The hope of the U.S.-Jlag maritime industry depends ingreMpari «« competence of American seafarers, and nowhere is the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. To further SW and the U.S. Coast Guard are working f'^Setherinanewspmt ofco^ Recently, Admiral John D. Costello, Commander of the Coast Guard s Fifth at Portsmouth, Va., visited our school to offer his help infostenng a closer relationship to ensure that the educational programs at ^H^SS continue to se^^^^^^ the industry and the nation. Here, Adm. Costello talks with SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli, left, and Deck Instructor Tom Doyle. �^ -is .:r:.rf^:vf • •• , Z;" • z ^/: r V-,/-;: Sv.i i;.: zz''. , . ,Z. . :- • •, ' / ^ ; V •;; : -.;. 'z-i!-": Vocational Education *Our goal is to provide America's maritime industry with the most highly skilled workers in the world' advance his professional skills, increase his earnings potential, and provide for his job security as he keeps pace with the advances in his industry. ' The course offerings in the upgrading programs include all unlicensed ratings as well as the licensed ratings in the towing industry. Once the general ratings have been achieved, specialized professional courses such as auto­ mation and advanced electrical procedures are offered. Education is a never-ending process at the Lundeberg School— a process which combines shoreside instruction and on-the-job training John Mason The upgrading programs permit to build the professional competence the experienced seafarer or boatman of the most highly skilled seafarers with sufficient work experience to and boatmen in the world. . By JOHN MASON Dean of Vocational Education "OCATIONAL education is the fundamental approach to becoming a professional seafarer or boatman. The term "professional" has traditionally been associated with groups such as doc­ tors, lawyers, or teachers. Yet, Webster defines profession as a calling requiring specialized knowledge. Clearly, today's modem' technically advanced vessels, which cost millions of dollars, cannot be entrusted to a nonprofessional person. * At the Seafarers Hariy Lundeberg School of Seamanship, professional growth begins with the basic voca­ tional education program—a twelve Vi week course which provides a con­ tinuing source of skilled manpower to SlU-contracted ships, tugs and towboats. These basic training courses are designed to teach the duties performed by entry (or beginning) personnel on U.S.-flag ships or by the deckhands and tankermen on the waterways. Each graduate of this basic vocational program is equipped with the fun­ damental skills to go aboard his first vessel and perform his duties com­ petently as he acquires the expe­ rience necessary to prepare for the next step towards his career goals. Because the Lundeberg School is approved by the United States Coast Guard, the courses taken by trainees are creditable toward the necessary seatime for upgrading. QMEU Any Rating "mv'i The curriculum for certification and endorsement as QMED—^Any Rating consists of courses leading to the fol­ lowing ratings: pumpman, refrigeration engineer, electrician, machinist, deck engineer, junior engineer, deck engine mechanic, and first aid, fire fighting and oil pollution. The course of instruction leading to endorsement as QMED-^Any Rating consists of classroom work and prac­ tical training. The following is a brief description of the courses required to complete the QMED Any Rating endorsement. PUMPMAN: (one week) Training in the safe handling of combustible materials, transferring of fuel, loading and pumping out, topping off, pollution control, operation and use of pumps, fire fighting and emer^ gency procedures. REFRIGERATION ENGINEER: (two weeks) Training in the principles of refrig­ eration, compressors, receivers, dehydratois, valves, evaporators, testing for and repairing leaks, trouble shooting and refrigeration problems, fire fighting and emergency procedures. ELECTRICIAN: (three weeks) Training in the fundamental concepts of electricity, batteries, electrical cir­ cuits, magnetism and electro-magnetic circuits, transformers, A.C. motors and * _ _ 1_ ! • ^ ^ I^ <1 •'•t r•.'5}\ generators, use and care of electrical instruments, trouble shooting of elec­ trical equipment, starting, securing and paralleling turbo generators, fire fighting and emergency procedures. MACHINIST: (two weeks) Training in the use of hand tools, metal-working tools, measuriftg instruments, use of metals, metal lathe operations, and basic welding proce­ dures. DECK ENGINEER: (one week) Training in the use of hand tools, use of metals, piping and valves, oper­ ation and repair of pumps, basic elec­ trical theory, and operation of hydraulic, steam and electrical deck machinery. JUNIOR ENGINEER: (two weeks) Training which includes the use of hand took and measuring instruments, use of metals, piping^nd valves, prin­ ciples of refrigeration, combustion of fuels, boiler operations, lubricating oil system, electrical theory, operation and repair of motors and generators, starting and securing auxiliary equipment and main engines, fire fighting and emer­ gency procedures. DECK ENGINE MECHANIC: (completion) Consists of instruction in all the above courses plus operation of auto­ mated engine room consoles and equipment. Students must attend the entire twelve weeks approved course and successfully pass the examination. The length of the entire QMED /^ course is twelve weeks. i, L <v : �vES?«*i^' ' ' v'' gff '• p.s^ •' Fireman/ Watertender and Oiler « The six-week course is available to any deep sea or Great Lakes seafarer who has six months seatime as a wiper or, deck-engine utility. If the member is a SHLSS graduate, three months seatime as a wiper or deck-engine utility is required. Along with the time, the graduate must have a completed "sea project" which contains information on the ship's engine room systems. The course of instruction will consist of the steam and water cycle, fuel oil and lube oil systems. Additional sub­ jects included are. the instruction of diesel engines, turbines, boilers, pumps, valves, evaporators, purifiers, refrigeration and reduction gear units. Prior to taking the fireman/watertender and oiler exams, the merriber would take a Coast Guard General Safety Exam (first aid, firefighnng, oil pollution and tank safety). The prep­ aration for this exam is included in the course of instruction. ,.f.,-r- _ Welding The four-week course is open to any deck of engine rated Seafarer working deep sea. Great Lakes or inland. The knowledge is a valuable skill aboard any vessel. The Shoptime is spent on electric arc welding in all positions on plate and pipe. Oxy-acetylene cutting and welding is also practiced. Classroom Marine Electrical Maintenance Vocational Education The Marine Electrical Maintenance Course is an eight week program of both classroom and hands-on experi­ ence. Following is a brief description to help you understand the contents of the course. •^1 'M'^i •'7'f - •; .0"'- r^|:, I rx-' FIRST WEEK A review of basic electrical theory. This allows those who have completed the QMED course to refresh their basic knowledge. It includes voltage current and resistance calculations using Ohms law, power calculations batteries and magnetism. SECOND WEEK Consists of electrical measuring instruments, use of voltmeter, ammeter and ohmmeter. The Simpson multim­ eter model 260 and the megger are taught in considerable detail. The stu­ dent will become proficient in their use since these instruments will be used daily for the remainder of the course. During this week, shipboard elec­ trical hardware will be covered, cable, cable installation and replacement, testing for electrical shorts, grounds and open circuits. The class together, with the supervision of the instructor, will prepare a wi^g diagram to install fluorescent lighlPswitches, conven­ ience outlets and marine receptacles. -'i ?I»^B:-:- THIRD WEEK Consi.sts of using the wiring diagram, prepared in the second week, to install and connect lights, switches, receptacle 16 / LOG / September 1982 VI c'uj * I'.dt'nBnn'yiqyo and make Wm operational. During this week, alternating current theory will be covered as well as A.C. gen­ erators, Switchboard, transformers, and parallel operations of A.C. generators. FOURTH WEEK Consists of A C. motors, (three phase) Induction Synchronous and wound rotor motors, starters and A.C. motor controls. A wiring diagram will be prepared. The three phase motor will be overhauled in the shop. It will then be connected to a motor starter which will be wired according to the diagram in the classroom. Three phase motor starters will be covered. A single phase motor will be disassembled, reassembled and after a wiring diagram is prepared, the motor will be connected to a starter and oper­ ated. Universal, shaded pole, and split phase motors will be covered. FIFTH WEEK This week consists of direct current generator and motor theory. D.C. gen­ erator theory and operation is covered. D.C. switchboards and D.C. generator parallel operation. D.C. motors, series, shunt and compound motor operation maintenance arid repair is covered as well as conventional D.C. motor con­ trols of several types, both manual and automatic control. The D.C. motor is overhauled, reassembled and after preparing a wiring diagram, it is con­ nected to a control and operated. As time covers safety, welding techniques, rod selection, amp setting and polar­ ities. The objective of the Welding course is to provide,the student with the skills required to perform basic welding and cutting jobs aboard ship. The student will be required to demonstrate an ability to weld flat j^ortions, horizontal, vertical and pipe, and be able to braze flat position, and do oxy-acetylene cutting. in all motors and controls, the multim­ eter and megger are used to ensure the equipment is in good condition and not connected improperly. SIXTH WEEK This week consists of cargo handling and deck machinery. We now take the motors and controls we have learned and put them into a system and learn to read elementary and schematic wiring diagrams and prepare sequential operating charts of exactly how the equipment functions. We will cover in great detail a Westinghouse adjustable voltage winch, a Westinghouse constant voltage winch and a three-speed, pole changing squirrel cage anchor windlass controller. SEVENTH WEEK Consists of an electric battery pow­ ered fork lift and an electromechanical elevator. This equipment together with a Ward-Leonard D.C. motor control system has just been added to the course to further strengthen D.C. motor control theory since all LASH equipment uses this control system. Since some of you sail Delta ships, the fork lifts and ele­ vators should be of some help. EIGHTH WEEK This week consi.sts of galley equip­ ment, (ranges, deep fat friers, and steam cookers). Sound powered telephone and electrical telegraph systems, engine order telegraph and rudder angle indi­ cators are covered). The primary con­ cern is the replacement of a synchro motor and the proper alignment both mechanical and electrical are of utmost importance if the system is to operate properly. Salinity system operation and maintenance is also presented. I �3q^v::rJ n-' f. ; y-.'T' '•, • . ^-. • . . y. a> , •, -."ii;g^;.-:i^'f:• '• , • -/yt- . • •-••'iy j.- ••• - . .\ . •- - — •- "- y «-'''ifc,'''. . ; Automation 'Today's enginerooni has becooie highly aulomated and has created a need for today's seafarer to expand his knowledge. To meet this need. SHLSS provides a course dealing with auto­ mated enginerooms. Seafarers who hold a QMED Any Rating endorsement or equivalent inland experience may apply for enrollment in the course. Both classroom and prac^cal training on a full scale simulator of an automated engineroom console are intluded in the four-week course. Included in the course of instruction are an explanation of the basic steam generation system and automatic com­ bustion control; steam turbines and associated equipment; ships service turbo generators and associated equip­ ment. All engineroom auxiliary systems such as" feedwater, auxiliary exhaust, lube oil, condensate, low and high pressure drains, fuel oil, solo shell and flash type evaporators are also covered in the course of instniction. Students are divided into groups and given the opportunity to place in oper­ ation portions of the engineroom. uti­ lizing the simulator until the engine 'M room is m full operation and ready to get underway. Individuals then are confronted with engineroom casualties such as loss of main engine vacuum, high water in the boiler, hot main condenser, joss of ciated cycle controls and accessories. This theoretical knowledge serves as a basis for system troubleshooting and fault diagnosis. Together with practical training in applied electricity and refrigeration service techniques, students learn to operate and maintain ship's stores reefer plants, bulk cargo reefer plants,,reciprocating/centifugal air conditioning Seafarers completing the six week course in refrigeration systems main­ plants, sea-going refrigerated container units, as well as the smaller hermetic tenance and operation, through both units such as ice machines, water classroom and haiids-oh practical training, will acquire the skills nec­ coolers, pantry refrigerators, beverage essary to safely and responsibly operate, coolers and the like. . The revival of the passenger liner, troubleshoot, and service air condi­ trade, particularly, with the associated tioning and refrigeration systems aboard refrigeration and air conditioning SIU contracted vessels. equipment, brings the skills of refrig­ The course of instruction emphasizes eration maintenance and operations in both reciprocating and centifugal vapor ever-increasing demand. compression system theory and asso­ Refrigeration lube oil pressure, hot main engine bearing, or loss of control air. Attention is paid to proper shifting from hand to automatic control and back to hand, and the relation between remote controls and engineroom machinery is shown. A complete auto­ matic combustion control system is covered. The students are then given a chance to put together a schematic of any part of the combustion control system. , Vocational Education •. Maintenance and Operation '-•vSliSiS • . 'i. A.m 5':.5 lathe and precision tools. They will also have the opportunity to work with these tools in the machine shop. Oper­ ation and maintenance of pumps, valves, piping, packing, mechanical seals, lubrication, drive components and bearings will also be instructed. At the present time, SHLSS offers Students will then have the opportunity a six-week course in pumproom oper­ to disassemble, take measurements, and ations and maintenance. With engine- reassemble various pumps and valves. During the six week period, the stu­ rooms becoming automated, so are the pumprooms. In some cases, pump- dent will also obtain the study expe­ rooms are being eliminated completely. rience of tanker construction, loading Technology seems to be in the same procedures, tank cleaning, inert gas category. With time and tide, it waits systems, oil pollution, safety and emergency procedures concerning for no-one.... In the course of instruction, the stu­ tankers, discharge procedures, fire dents will leam how to use an engine fighting, and first aid. Pumproom Operations and Maintenance September 1982 / LOG 17 �r ::o; .,, : "„•';,:;: --^'^ -•••,;. :V Electronic D.C. Drives Electronic D.C. Drives is a six-week co~rrem,y "Marine :J'''*;• •| -- ' fl—l'iwil 'l"' '•-.--V^ equipment was initially'controlled by levers and foot pedals. Today, industrtal electronics allows push button control of these systems not unlike automated boilers and engine rooms. It is not only necessar-y-that the elec­ trician knows how the crane operates from the operator's standpoint, he must know what occurs when a push button is pressed in order that he can find the trouble when the button is pressed and nothing happens. The first few days of the course con­ sists of how the LASH gantry crane operator operates the crane. About four weeks of the course consists of learning to read the elementary diagrams and preparing sequential operating charts of how the relays function to control the crane operation. The crane has numerous built in features. The electrician must know how to line up.the crane if a gantry motor fails or a hoist motor fails. The course is not memory material, but a systematic method ot how to use the manufacturers instruction book. The electrician must learn how to use the instruction book to light off the crane, to set the crane up for emergency oper­ ation and how to troubleshoot the var­ ious systems in the crane. Since the course is basically a print reading course, it is a continuation of the Marine Electrical Maintenance course. The ability to read these dia­ grams will enable the electrician to read container crane or elevator dia­ grams. Probably the single most important factor the student will learn is how to use a manufacturers instruc­ tion book. ^ •'-d^sisxxp • .4 -v /.7 / • , Vocational Education! The four-week course is open to Great Lakes Seafarers who have at least six months time on a Great Lakes . self-unloading bulk carrier. Basic hydraulic and electrical system oper­ ation and troubleshooting is discussed. Additional materials covered in the course of instruction include fluid drives, reduction units, pulleys, idlers, belt splicing and repair, and conveyor system operation. On-the-job-training skills will include, electric arc welding, gas welding and gas cutting. -•••- ^":; v'r^^''I" ;•• Electronics." The course consists .of electronic control of direct current motors, and specifically deals with the LASH gantry crane. The subject is industrial electronics which is the electronic/electrical control of nrechanica. devices. Cargo handling Conveyorman ••-•- This course provides the necessary training for a Great Lakes seafarer to sail as a gateman or to help him advance to conveyorman. The objective of the Conveyorman Course is to provide the studei\ts with a sufficient working knowledge of Great Lakes self-unloading bulk car­ riers, their unloading systems and all related equipment so that the student can successfully perform the job of a Conveyorman. The student is required to be able to troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems, and repair and maintain conveyor equipment. He should also be able to cut, weld and braze steel in the flat position. !' • ' ^ r I J •! f tr W- fe'5^ Diesel Engine Tfechnology The course of instmction familiarizes students with both high and low speed diesel engine operations. There is classroom and practical shop training in the types, construction and principles of operation of various diesel engines, including fuel, air, lubrication and exhaust systems, the use of various gauges, meters and instruments used 18 / LOG-/-SepJember 1982 in diesel engines and the operation and maintenance of diesel engine plant auxiliary systems. Practical shop training includes complete overhaul procedures of oper­ ating diesel engines and auxiliary equipment. The course is designed for two levels of training: pre-engineer license training; and training in diesel pro­ pulsion vessels for QMED's. Appli­ cants must hold endorsement as QMED, or have six months service in the engine room onboard a tugboat. 'm.- �piSS?^', '• :' -u. . - - i.aw'i.._w91».aafca: VitAtfr- Vtsmi^0i3^-ifr^^--^, • •s>'c«^i4fclM . -"^^tli"^: ---•' -? -.'i-.'. • - ••-J:-^wV..''ij':g. -1- . • ••.•. •i:Wfp!%T, ;• " •---•-;'5lf5j-^,-_-i,' .,••• .-. I'j;-V -.L'/U Meeting the Needs of SIU Boatmen and the Towing Industry Providing SIU-contracted inland waterways companies with the best-trained marine workers in the industry, while also providing SIU members with career upgrading and job security, are the goals of the inland and offshore training programs at SHLSS. Towboat Operator Course Provides Industry With Fully H'ained Vessel Operators The course of instruction leading to licensing as Towboat Operator includes both classroom study and on-the-job training aboard vessels of the SHLSS fleet. ' Included in the course of instruction are: earth co-ordinates, charts, aids to navigation, navigation publications, instruments and accessories, dead reckoning, bearings, current sailing, magnetic and gyro compass (theory and use), time-speed-distance prob-r lems, shiphandling, inland and off shore towing, marlinspike seamanship, towboat seamanship, tides and currents, weather, rules of the road, firefighting, CPR, and first aid. Additionally, instmction is provided to give the operator an understanding of the various regulations and laws which apply to the safe operation of a towing vessel. The Towboat Operator course is seven weeks. The objective of the course for Towboat Operator, Inland and Oceans 200 miles offshore is to provide the student with a sufficient understanding of the principles of Towboat Operators and Coast Guard rules and regulations to obtain a license as Towboat Operator. The student must show proficiency in the ^a of seamanship, safety Rules of the Road (Inland and International) and navigation. Note: SHLSS also offers a Towboat Operator Scholarship Program in cooperation with the Transportation institute. The d:^tive of tfae-Licensed EMesel Engineer (Uninspected) course is to provide the student with sufficient knowledge of towboat engineering nnitines, maintenance, toleration, lepair and casualty control procedures on all machinery as the engine spaces, so that the student can pass the U.S. Coast Guard Chief Engineer or Assistant Engineer Diesel license of specified horsepower on uninspected vessels. Course Descri|rtion The course of instruction leading to licensing, as Chief Engineer or Assist­ ant Engineer Uninspected Vessels, will consist of classroom training in pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pro­ pellers, shafting, steering systems, valves, instruments and lubrication. Training will also include ship con­ struction, damage control, reduction gears, diesel construction, diesel prin­ ciples, fuel injection, starting systems, governors, boilers, direct current components, alternating current com­ ponents, batteries, refrigeration, fire fighting, emergency equipment. Coast Guard regulations, pollution laws, sanitary systems, and first aid. The practical engine training includes extensive "hands-on" operation and maintenance on the school's tugs and in the engine shop. In addition, an applicant must hold a fust aid and CPR Diesel Engine Scholarship is Offered By SIU and Ikansportation Institute certificate which is offered at the school. ftrt of the plication will be a pre- test to determine the level of ability in reading and general knowledge of engine room equipnieitt. AU candidates must be 19 years of age for Assistant Engineer and 21 years of age for Chief Engineer. - - September, 1982 J. iiDG JW �'U i •- '^ "= • [f c- • d''. - ---,.viL,u'i; _,;- , k^-'i - t il _!• - •_ '0f: . I: J» j-.-4t'?; j, " ^X-^ '-"r- • "v'-1 » J. ' ' •" . '• '"-.'^r-*-- 3% , ,"| i. -. I V • •* • . ••••i :• ' •:{•( ••>!:'• •.;ri--'>:-'-.ir. i-i''y r-v ••'- 7 .yy '-^"x i.••• -. .'• IBIHI •IBIBIBIBIBIBI •••IB"""" pmilllillBIBIBIBI•IBiaiBlllilBlBIBIBI'I'I'I'l Original Third and Second Engineer 2 'OH Pilot 'Tis a Fearful ^ightV •|fc;f • •*." - V5v' . y •-.jf- 'fe .^i ,,'jTl T;- ', • •H-: y :,. ••rk Because of a continuing shortage of licensed engineers in the offshore towing industry, the Seafarers Haity Lundeberg School of Seamanship offers an Original Third or Second Assistant Engineer Motor or Steam License prepatory course. The course is ten weeks in length and includes all subject areas necessary i First Class Pilot ! • — " |B S • 5 • • • • S 5 • • • S I " ® • •• When yoy have completed the First Class Pilot course now being offered at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, there will be no "danger on the deep!' The upgrading course is seven weeks in length and provides a thorough nautical platform from which Boatmen can attain First Class Pilotage for their area of interest. Instruction includes both classroom and practical training. Subjects covered include COLREGS, Unified Rules, Pilot Rules applicable to the route or harbor of interest, local meteorology knowledge, seamanship, navigation, shiphandling, aids to navigation, instruments and accessories, compass error and sextant angles. The objective of the First Class Pilot Course is to provide the student with a working knowledge necessary to adequately perform all functions of a First Class Pilot, which includes ship handling in congested areas, docking. J :' I The ultimate objective of the course undocking, anchoring, rules of the is to properly prepare the student to road, pilot rules applicable to the route, local knowledge of winds, weather, successfully complete the U.S. Coast tides, currents, chart navigation aids Guard First Class Pilots examination. Enhance your knowledge, expertise, to navigation and chart sketch of the earning capacity and job security by route. to successfully prepare for the license examination, including First Aid and CPR. Candidates for the course must meet all the requirements as set forth by the United States Coast Guard. Candidates must have desire to get ahead, and have ample knowledge of engineering materials for successful completion of the course. The objective of the Third Assistant Engineer course is to provide the stu­ dent with sufficient knowledge .of shipboard engineering routines, watch standing procedures, maintenance, operation and casualty control proce­ dures of all machinery in the engine spaces. upgrading your license through the First Class Pilot course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The teaching staff provides professional guidance and is willing to "go that extra mile" to assist in your success. he Needs Celestial Navigation Additionally, sUiaents are taught how to use and adjust the sextant. Actual celestial observations are taken while underway on one of the school s ves­ sels. The Celestial Navigation course is a six week course. All candidates who are eligible for license as Master or Mate of Uninspected Vessels, or Freight and Towing Vessels, may enroll. Can­ didates who are eligible for license a: Towboat Operator-Oceans may also enroll. The Celestial Navigation course offered at the Seafarers Harry Lun­ deberg School of Semanship covers all of the navigation requirements for licensing as Towboat Operator-Oceans, Master/Mate of Uninspected Vessels Not Over 300 Gross Tons; and Master/ Mate of Freight and Towing Vessels. The course of instruction includes determining time of sunrise, sunset, twilight, time of meridian passage of the sun, latitude by an observation of the sun at local apparent noon, line of position by sunline, running fix by two celestial lines of position, compass error by azimuth and amplitudes, latitude by an observation of Polaris. ;: J;- .^ • ; .. •'/.J ' t. Licensed Third Mate •.<Jt. -•, Because of a continuing shortage of competent and qualified licensed mates in the offshore towing industry, SHLSS offers a course for Third Mate of steam or motor vessels any gross tons, or original Second Mate of steam or motor vessels any gross tons. The course of instruction covers ten weeks of intensive study, and prepares qualified candidates for the Coast Guard examination. T) be successful in obtaining a license, students will have to develop a strong desire to study and work toward their goal. The staff at SHLSS will make every effort to help students suc­ ceed. All students are encouraged to acquire ample knowledge of the study materials before coming to SHLSS tb begin classes. Students who have already begun to study on their own for the Third Mate examination will find it much easier to keep up with the fast moving pace of the course. To be eligible for the examination, students must have original discharges showing the minimum of the three years seatime in the deck department of ocean or coastwise steam or motor vessels with two and one-half years as ordinary seaman and six months as able seaman, quartermaster of bosun; or all three years as able seaman, quartermaster II•IBIBlHi•!•••••••••* or bosun. The student is required to bring three recommendations from captains they have sailed with. All seatime must be on vessels 1000 gross tons or over. To be eligible for W examination for Original Second Mate, students must have discharges showing five years service in the deck department of ocean or coastwise vessels. Two years of this time must be as boatswain, quartermaster, or able seaman while holding a valid AB endorsement. All time must be on vessels over 1000 gross tons. The student is required to bring three recommendations from captains they have sailed with. liaiHIBIHIHIHIIHIBII 55ii_iV-i464Ee= - Master/Mate License Master/Mate Freight and Towing. Experience coupled with tonnage of vessels on which the student served dictates constraints placed upon the license for which one will be examined. Courses are approximately ten weeks in length. Basic navigation, an under­ standing of Rules of the Road, and proficiency in flashing light of six words per minute will greatly reduce study time. In response to many requests received from the membership, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship has instituted a course of study, which leads to a license of Inspected Towing Vessels and/or IHIHIBiai iiHiai Students should check with their local U.S. Coast Guard for time/ton­ nage verificatioii and submit your application to SHLSS for acceptance. The course of instruction leading to certification as Master/Mate includes use of ship construction, shiphandling, cargo gear and stowage, navigation. Rules of the Road, safety, stability, ship's business and Shipboard Rou­ tines. . ;;a "= �•- ^. •- : >, • ^ -•• . ' :~'-^.±*v^~z.:: ^.w. 'U :-w. I.-""• ••. '•- ^r "lijv-,- 'Our emphasis is to tailor a program to meet the individual needs of each SIU member ^ By JACKIE KNOETGEN Dean of Academic Education HEN the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship was founded, its unique combination of academic and vocational education was frequently termed "a pioneering approach" or a "revolutionary experiment." Today, this approach to education is no longer experimental—SHLSS has proven that the interrelation of vocational and academic goals increases student motivation and success dramatically. In the academic programs, the emphasis is on individualized instruction tailored to meet the needs of each student. Personal study guides and a low student-to-teacher ratio are examples of this approach to learning. In addition, individual W •,x '• : ;•• i -, :'"h ft Jackie Knoetgen help, ample study time and com­ fortable quiet study areas are always available. Academic opportunities are available to all students at the Lun­ deberg School regardless of age or educational level. All those whose reading skills are below a certain «• level receive assistance from reading specialists. Students who wish to use their study time most efficiently receive instruction in the study skills course. An independent study pro­ gram is available to Students who wish to work during their free time under the guidance of an experi­ C11V.CU teacher to IV/ improve their acaenced demic skills. All students enrolled in the basic vocational education curriculum are oriented to the ports they will visit during the course of their work in the Dockside class. Students who do not have a high school diploma are strongly encouraged to complete this phase of their education while they are enrolled at SHLSS. The students at the Seafarers Lundeberg School have found that a high school education is becoming essential in the maritime"industries. The new, complex ships, boats, and barges must be crewed by men and women who can read technical manuals, solve mathematical prob­ lems, and apply some basic sci­ entific theory. All students at SHLSS—regardless of age—have an opportunity to achieve a full high school diploma through the school s high school equivalency prograni. Since the program was developed, more than 1,742 members of e SIU have taken the Maryland State GEO Examination. The majonty nearly 90 percent—have successfully passed the examination and earned high school diplomas, A new GED class for trainees begins every two weeks. Seafarers and boatmen may begin the class at any time. j.!^1 IM 4-VkA vnr*mf-\YT\i g: HS Equivalency Program (GED) 1^;-.! The GED program at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship is open to all SIU members who want to have a high school diploma. Since the program was developed, more than 1700 SIU members from ages 18 to 76 have taken the GED examination at SHLSS. Over 90 percent of those students have successfully passed the exam and earned a Maryland State High School diploma. All SIU members who wish to come into the GED program will first take a diagnostic test so that the teaching staff can design indiviAialized materials Aat fit the specific needs of the student. The GED program may last fitom four to ten weeks depending cm the student's needs and abilities. When the student completes the program, he will sit for a two day, state administered exami­ nation. The GED program prepares the stu­ dent to take the QED exam. A major portion of the test depends on the stu­ dent's reading ability. Test taking and study skills are also emphasized for those who may need them. Everything is done to help students succeed. The GED exam is a multiple choice test. It is divided into five content areas: science, social studies, reading skills, math and English grammar. A GED student will receive individualized instruction in each of those areas, science topics are also investigated. Academic Director Jhuy Aumann discusses a student's progress in GED program with Donna Curtis, a reading specialist, and Roger Francisco, moA instructor. SHLSS Academic Education Department OffersWide Choice of Courses ADULT BASIC EDUCAHON (ABE) The ABE program is offered to SIU members who are returning to SHLSS for a vocational or academic program. The purpose of the ABE program is to prepare the student with weaker skills to enter other programs at the school. The program offers help in basic reading, math, and English. The student •0- ' l t i.-- Academic Education 22 / LOG / September 1982 works with teachers who have set up an individualized program to meet the student's needs. If you know of a ship­ mate who may benefit from this pro­ gram, please tell him about this oppor­ tunity. LEARNING CENTER The Learning Center provides indi­ vidualized assistance in improving reading skills, comprehensions, vocabulary, study skills, and technical reading. Special programs for students speaking English as a secondary lan­ guage are provided. The course length and content vary with individual needs. Admissions are based on the reading scores of all SIU members. The Learning Center also provides assistance to upgraders enrolled in vocational courses. Help is offered in reading and study skills, basic math and vocational/technical math. In addition. Learning Center instructors provide services to the vocational Avnm-* instructors by offering their expert assistance in producing well written and illustrated study guides and tech­ nical manuals for use in the vocational subjects. DOCKSIDE Students enrolled in the trainee pro­ gram attend the Dockside class. The class is divided into several minicourses. They include a practical ori­ entation to the deep sea and inland industries. The student will also have course and/or a basic English grammar course through correspondence. The math course reviews the basic opera­ tions in fractions, decimals, percents, algebra, and geometry. Practical appli­ cations of these math skills to the ship­ ping industry and everyday situations are stressed. The English grammar course offers the student instruction in basic grammar and the correct use of written English. Sentence structure, usage, spelling, capitalization and punctuation are stressed. This course may be useful to students who are i-»rktircA an/l/r^r n Kncir P.ncrlifih OTafnfn&I ?hrrei;rer„T.t " •\ r - , • program consists of instruction in maritime survival skills such as geography, personal financing (income taxes, banking and credit), the metric system. and information on foreign ports of call and travel. CORRESPONDENCE COURSES SHLSS offers all SIU members the opportunity to take a general math English courses, ® fcrccuege leve, SPEED READING Using the Time-Life video tape program, the Library conducts an 8 week speed reading course for interested students. Trainees and upgraders who possess good reading skills are encouraged to participate in this pro­ gram. t.,. -^M.- �I. -,:r;.;a,?i;i •'• - —: College Programs Help Seafarers Expand Their Careers, Enrich Their Lives Eng 102—Composition and Literature. This three credit course which is required for an A.A. degree uses short stories, poems, and plays to teach advanced composition skills and literary analysis. In keeping with the philosophy of meeting students' needs at all levels, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School offers a variety of college level oppor­ tunities. Charles County Community College Through an agreement between SHLSS and Charles County (Maryland) Community College, students attending SHLSS have an opportunity to earn an Associates of Arts degree in general studies. Many vocational courses are granted credit through Charles County. In addition, academic courses which are required for an A.A. degree are taught by academic and vocational instructors. Courses usually take from fou'- to eight weeks to complete. Academic courses for an A.A. degree include the following: Eng 20i—Introduction to Literature: Novel and short novel. This three credit required course focuses on analyzing literature of the sea. MTH 108—Introduction to College Mathematics. This three credit course fulfills the math requirement for an A. A. degree. It focuses on algebra & trigonometric functions. BIO 102—Zoology. This 4 credit course includes book and labora­ tory study into the world of ani­ mals. It fulfills the requirement for a laboratory science for an A.A. degree. Art 110—Basic brawing. A three credit course that focuses on the nature of drawing, imagination, using drawing tools and learning to see. Dean of Academic Education Jackie Knoetgen, center, reviews some of the helping AST 101—Introduction to Astronomy. programs offered at SHLSS with two of the school's teaching specialists: Maiy Art 120—fiam- Design. A three credit Coyle, left, who is resource coordinator for the academic and vocational departments This three credit course fulfills the course that teaches the basics of and Fay Van Esseltyn, who teaches the dockside course which covers a variety of non lab science requirement for an Art composition. mind-expanding subjects. A.A. degree. Students study the. States government on the national, social institutions, family, ecoArt Recreational Crafts. A three sun, moon, planets and stars. state and local levels. nomics, politics and government. credit course that encourages cre­ On the horizon, SHLSS and Charles ative expression in a variety of PED 161—Weight Training and Jog­ materials: leather, stained glass, PSY ioi—General Psychology. This County Community College will soon ging. This two credit course credit course can be used as a social be offering a Nautical Sciences Cerwood, and silver. includes jogging training and tificate. This program is designed for science elective for the A.A. weight training in the gym. An Eng 101—Rhetoric and Composition. Seafarers who may not want to work degree. The scientific method is individualized fitness program is A three credit course required for used to study human behavior, for a full Associates of Arts Degree, designed for each student. an A.A. degree. English 101 but would like to take academic courses perception and motivation. n teaches the basics of composition which are closely related to the mar­ and writing skills. PED 250—Basic Sailing. This two itime industry. POL 101—American Government.. SOC 101—Introduction to Sociology. credit course is designed to teach The Nautical Sciences Certificate This three credit course can be used This three credit course can be used students about the basics of sailing. Program will include vocational courses as a social science elective for the as a social science elective for the Students receive both classroom A.A. degree. It surveys social along with academic/maritime related A.A. degree. This course covers and in-boat experience. courses. groups and change in relation to the function and structure of United Academic Education to Meet the Needs of Seafarers When the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship was founded, its unique combination of academic and vocational educational was fre­ By TRACY AUMANN quently termed "a pioneering Director of Academic Education approach" or a "revolutionary exper­ The guiding philosophy of the Sea­ iment." Today, this approach to edu­ farers Harry Lundeberg School is edu- _ cation is no longer experimental— cational opportunity for all SIU mem­ SHLSS has proven that the interrelation bers. In the Academic Department, this of vocational and academic goals philosophy takes form in a wide variety increases student motivation and suc­ of academic course offerings. From i basic reading and math to college cess dramatically. Academic opportunitieyare available courses and scholarships, we try to to all studentS|at<:^.sehool. In the meet the educational needs of all SIU academic pjsgrams, the emphasis is members. From Basic Reading to College Scholarship on individualized instruction tailored to "meet the needs of each student. Assistance in reading and study skills is available to all. The students at SHLSS—Seafarers of all ages—^have found that furthering their education is becoming essential in the maritime industry. The modern­ ization of the maritime industry requires Seafarers who can read technical man­ uals and,apply mathematical concepts. The Academic Department offers a variety of programs to fulfill these needs. These many academic programs are described on the following pages. Charlie Logan Scholarship Program for Seafarers One $10,000 and two $5,0(X) college scholarships are awarded each year to SIU members. The $10,000 scholarship is offered to SIU members who wish' to obtain a bachelors degree in a four year program. The two $5,000 schol­ arships are offered to SIU members who wish to complete a two year course of study in a community or junior col­ lege or a post secondary trade/voca­ tional school. SIU members who are awarded the $10,000 scholarship have six years to complete their course of study. SIU members who are awarded the $5,000 scholarship have four years to complete their course of study. FOR DEPENDENTS Four $10,000 scholajships are offered each year to children of Sea­ farers. These scholarships are awarded to SIU members' dependents who wish to complete a four year course of study for a bachelors degree. Thicy Aumanti Academic Education • p-T : �'•i-.., '.-J^'•*-;-'.•• " ••'-^rr wLirfS- ".-•'--sa V^'---j --•^S .: .iZ•'..-S" <•'-!• u:\ Special Courses for Safety At Sea vj li Tankerman II • 'I The two-week course leading to Coast Guard endorsement as Tankerman is open to inland, deep sea and Great Lakes Seafarers. The course consists of both class­ room instruction and practical training on the SHLSS tank barge. The can­ didate is given the opportunity to gain the knowledge of tank vessel cargo operations such as loadings discharging, hose hook-up, bonding cable attach­ ment and tank gauging. Additional instruction on various pump and piping arrangements along with the latest ' i'. ),1 1... z ^•I:|! •Ml M- Coast Guard regulations, will also be discussed. The objective of the Tankerman course is to provide the student with the skills required to perform the Tank­ erman job aboard tank barges and towboats, and the Pumpman job aboard merchant ships. The student will be required to dem­ onstrate an ability to load and unload tanks, take soundings and general safety procedures. He will also be required to learn Pollution Laws, report writing and general barge seamanship proce­ dures. I. Zi :')• •.1. '• }"•' I. w. - ..'l . .'H- • • « the Basic Vocational program attend the First Aid course. Any students m the Upgrading programs may enroll in The First Aid course provides the the First Aid course. principles and techniques of safety and The First Aid course consists of teri basic first aid according to the accepted hours of classroom and practical standards of the American Red Cross. training for upgraders. Bosun RecerAfter successful completion of the tification and Steward Recertification course, students are awarded the participants are required to take twenty American Red Cross Standard First Aid hours of classroom and practical Certification. All students at SHLSS enrolled in training. First Aid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation %•'••-: .zv—-,X'-? , • i l \ Jl .r I. ' J..- '" ' Fire Fighting Fire Fighting is one of the most important skills that a seaman must have. Seafarers must be familiar with fire prevention, usage of fire equipment • and techniques. If there is a fire onboard a ship, the crew members become the fire department . The objective of the Fire Fighting course is to provide the student with sufficient knowledge and to prepare the student for the Fire Fighting School at Earle, New Jersey. The course of instruction leading to certification covers basic information about the nature of fire and prevention. The student will be familiarized with fire-fighting equipment such as fire extinguishers, attack lines and breathing apparatus. The fire-fighting trip to Earle, New Jersey is a one day training session. This facility offers a smoke house for oxygen/breathing apparatus, a station to demonstrate the use of fire extin­ guishers and a mock up of a ship to simulate compartment fures. ' '• ^ • '^'-'??a y-' r-; 24 / LOG / September 1982 t.t. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is the phase of emergency care that supports a person whose heart or B breathing has stopped. Certification is awarded by the American Red Cros^s and the American Heart Association. All students enrolled in the Basic Vocational programs at SHLSS are required to attend CPR. Any students in the Upgrading programs may enroll in CPR. The course is included in the Bosuns and Steward Recertification courses. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation consists of twelve hours of classroom and practical training fqr all students. • m Uj: int �"r>.r %^ ~; • •"" • ~ • '•» ', '*'*'r^^'*• '• • ,. .:-, • i."'" Deck Department an Able Seaman are sharpened and painting, wire rope cleaning and pre­ expanded at the Seafarers Harry Lun- serving. The course is six weeks, and can­ deberg School of Seamanship in Piney Pbint, Md., through preparation in classroom and practical training. In the term Able Seaman the keyin the classroom, topics include ship fword is ABLE. The skills required of construction, helmsmanship, the uses of the magnetic and gyroscopic com­ passes, and their corrections, true and relative bearings, aids to navigation, C.F.R. and First Aid, fire fighting. Rules of the Road, both International and Inland. The student also gets a working knowledge of the hand lead line, the fathometer, distress signals and a lifeboat/liferaft review. During the hands-on training, the student experiences working with the real thing such as in wire and line splicing, knot tying and block and tackle rigging, working with cargo booms and rigging and working with . boatswain chairs and stages. Day-byday maintenance on vessels is stressed to include surface preparation and Able Seaman Upgrading "nipiiii'ii Quartermaster Course SKI Seafaring skills are becoming more technical as shipboard automation and navigating techniques advance. Training and upgrading are becoming more and more necessary to insure the job security of the unlicensed Seafarers who sail the high technology ships of the United States Merchant Marine. The six-week Quartermaster course is such a program. Candidates for this course must hold a valid Coast Guard endorsement as Able Seaman-unlim­ ited, any waters. During this course, the students leam -'V'- Lifeboatman didates must meet United States Coast Guard requirements and have a min­ imum of one year seatime on Deck. -'••mi:.': the practical use of the magnetic and gyroscopic compasses, the uses of bearings and fixes, practical chart work. International and Inland rules of the road, fire fighting and emergency pro­ cedures, aids to navigation, C.RR. and First Aid. The course also includes both the theory and operation of radar, rapid radar plotting, and international codes and signals. Students will also attain a working knowledge of weather, tides and cur­ rents, R.D.E and fathometers, and use of bridge equipment and publications. The quartermaster course is taught by experienced and qualified instructors whose many years at sea compliment their teaching- >Jii^ " The course of instruction leading to a Lifeboatman endorsement consists of classroom work and practical training. Subjects taught include emergency duties, lifeboat construc­ tion, lifeboat launching and recovery, basic compass navigation, li'feraft construction, literaft launching and maintenance, and use of all lifeboat and liferaft equipment. Other subjects include survival methods such as abandon ship pro­ cedures, hypothermia prevention, eating and drinking to survive, heli­ copter rescue procedures, use of the emergency radio and signals to attract attention. In the lifeboat at least three hours each day will be spent outside in prac­ tical experience, and davit operations. All SIU crewmembers are required to be competent Lifeboatmen. Recent successful experiences of SIU crews in rescue operations at sea demonstrate the need for fully-trained crews. September 1982 / LOG 25 ioJiri3jqo3 OOJ \ >S. �steward Department Il-' 'If'' i S V ,- s v; ' :iiT' (••f .-r - fi .•jWV- Ti': -m MT". for this training spend six weeks in by DON NOLAN a special curriciilum working in the Director, Food Service DiviskMi galleys learning under the close number of the young men and supervision of experienced seagoing women in training at the Sea­ cooks and bakers. farers Harry Lundeberg School Graduates of the Third Cook develop a particular interest in program are qualified to ship out working in one of the school's gal­ with the rating of Third Cook, a leys. For them, the school has job with more responsibility and •developed a special in-depth pro­ better pay. gram to teach shipboard cooking Boatmen who complete this and baking. Trainees who volunteer A • g^,.f,!, " (fc,,••;'•»%•; 7: • course are prepared to sign on a tug or towboat and serve aS a cook for the entire crew. Steward Department upgrading training offers an opportunity to learn the skills of cooking, baking, meal preparation, menu planning and food ordering. Through the upgrading programs of the school, our members can advance to Chief Cook and Baker, and, eventually, to Chief Steward. Don Nolan COOK & BAKER The course of instruction leading to certification as cook & baker includes both classroom instruction and on-thejob training in the bake shop and galley. Tbpics covered are the baking of breads, rolls, pies, cakes, cookies, and break­ fast preparations, sanitation, and work organization. Careful attention to recipe requirements is also highlighted. For eligibility a candidate must have one of the following requirements: Three months seatime as third cook or assistant cook and hold a SHLSS certificate of completion; Four months seatime in the steward department and hold certificate of completion for the SHLSS entry rating program; or Six months seatime at any rating in steward department. Candidates who have not com­ pleted the entry rating program or the entry rating program and assistant cook program at SHLSS will be required to attend one week of assistant cook and six weeks of the cook & baker course. The length of the course is six weeks for SHLSS assistant cook endorsed graduates or until successful completion of the course objectives. �• '!- - -•Steward Department •Si •:: ; Chief Steward The Chief Stieward aboard SIU ships holds a very special responsibility. Not only does he oversee the preparation of foods, but he also must carefully budget food costs. Good nutrition, careful preparation of foods, sanitation and attention to menu-planning are the responsibilities of the Chief Steward. The course of instruction includes All candidates for chief steward must primarily classroom work supple­ hold "A" Seniority and must have sea­ mented by ample on-the-job training. time or training in compliance with Topics covered are menu planning, one of the following: work supervision, organization, typing, A. TVvo years seatime in the steward inventory control, and requisitioning department with a rating of chief procedures. Sanitation, nutrition and cook or higher; safety are also highlighted. The student B. Eight months seatime as cook will be actively involved in all phases and baker, four months seatime of die school's food service supervision. as chief cook and hold SHLSS certificates of completion for each program; C. Three years seatime in the rating above third cook or assistant cook; D. Four months seatime as diird cook or higher, six months sea­ time as cook and baker or higher, four months seatime as chief cook and hold SHLSS certifi­ % l-- cates of completion for each program; E. Nine months seatime as third cook or assistant cook or higher, four months seatime as cook and baker or higher, four months seatime as chief cook and hold SHLSS certificate of completion for the cook and baker and chief cook programs; E Nine months seatime as third cook or assistant cook or higher, nine months seatime as coOk and baker or higher, and four months seatime as chief cook and hold an SHLSS certificate of completion for the chfef cook program. The length of the course is eight weeks, or until successful completion of the course objectives. '• :/A- ' "' * ^ JT •3r Assistant Cook The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship offers complete training in the steward department from entry-rating steward assistant to chief steward. The course of instruction leading to certification as assistant cook includes both classroom and on-the-job training. Topics covered are the preparation, cooking, and serving of vegetables (fresh, canned and frozen), cooked salads, sandwiches, breakfast foods, and night lunches. Emphasis is placed on the basis of food preparation including sanitation, dietary values, work organization, and the use of recipes. All candidates must have six months seatime in the steward department, or three months seatime in the steward department and be a graduate of the SHLSS entry rating program. The length of the course is six weeks. CHIEF COOK The. course of instruction leading to certification as a chief cook includes both classroom afid on-the-job training. Topics covered are the preparation of meats, poultry, seafood, soups, sauces, and gravies. The student will also con­ centrate on identifying meat cuts by the use of charts. Work organization. sanitation, and the use of recipies are also included in the course. All candidates must have one year seating in the steward department, with four months as cook and baker, or four months seatime as cook and baker and hold a certificate of completion for the SHLSS cook and baker program. The length of course is eight weeks, or until successful completion of the course objectives. September 1982 / LOG 27 �-w,-. - -,«>^,>#t.. .-^^ - - - wmm ^ L —' - • -•:'•-•I..-I.-- Union Education Education is the cornerstone of our strength and knowledge of our union*s history is basic :]i^-'^f. • • It^:- ByCARLPETH Director of Union Education N the SIU we have always placed emphasis on continuing education— on every aspect of education that relates to the union member on and off the job, as a worker and as a citizen. Here at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School, we have established a major center for the entire educational system of our Union. The SIU is pioneering in this field of worker education. There are three broad areas that our educational pro­ gram embraces; vocational, academic, and union education. The vocational education program is making many important contributions to the careers of our members. The academic program contributes signif­ icantly to our members' personal and professional growth. Labor education enables all SHLSS students to study the American labor movement and the contributions of the SIU to the history and achievements of organized labor in the United States. in the presentation of the various subjects, the school utilizes the same instructional aids and equipment that are used in both the academic and vocational programs. All classes are held in an informal manner with time allotted to discuss and review all opin­ ions and views of the students. Each student is askdd to write an essay about how he views the Lundeberg School in relatioii to his union needs and responsibilities. Providing for a better informed membership is in keeping with the Seafarers Union's philosophy of "educating the whole man." With today's new ships and automated equipment, pnion education is is members of the crew. Also included is a review of qualifications for union membership, types of offenses, aiitf penalties for violation of the consti­ tution. I •Vv !.-cr:.'tf' . " ^ n.v- Contracts The course on contracts discusses all articles of the SIU contract including a review of the vessel committee s responsibilities and the articles gov­ erning Deck, Engine and Steward department employment. SW Piney Point Port Agent Carl Peth, left, confers wUh Joe Wtdl, Vocational Education, during a pre-class planning session.Carl ^ Joe work closely with SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli in planning Union Education programs for our membership. important as vocational or academic its growth, and the position of the SIU training in helping the union member in the American labor movement tod^y. adjust to his changing work envunment. Education Education is the cornerstone of the The education course introduces the strength of any organization. Through SIU's educational activities in the past, the comprehensive range of educational such as the struggle for free public opportunities at the Lundeberg School, education. It also stresses the present our union has established a finn foun- concepts of an effective union through dation to build this strength. We are a well informed membership and of convinced that the members of our education as the basic step towards union wish to coninue to build upon developing the free potential of the that foundation to gain the ultimate individual seafarer and boatman. The strength—the strength that grows educational resources within the SIU for all members are also discussed. through knowledge. This portion of the program is dis­ Labor History cussed throughout the entire course. The labor history course introduces the factors that contributed to the for­ Constitution The course on the SIU constitution mation of unions and discusses the discusses the constitution and its conditions which led to the birth of the sailors' movement. It also informs application to the duties of employment the students of the birth of the SIU, as well as the relationships among the Vacation, Pension and Welfare The course on vacation, pension and welfare discusses,.in depth, all aspects of the vacation, pension and welfare plans and offers a comparative review of the SIU pension plans and other plans in the maritime industries. Stu­ dents leam how to fill out various forms completely and accurately to avoid unnecessary delays in payment. Politics And Law The politics and law course reviews the laws governing seamen from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. Political movements such as COPE and SPAD are discussed and their impact on American politics is reviewed. Stu­ dents also leam of current legislation affecting the labor movement and the maritime industries. Shipboard Meetings and Behavior The course on shipboard meetings and behavior discusses weekly ship­ board meetings. Students leam parlia­ mentary procedure and Roberts Rules of Order so that they may participate in such meetings. Students also attend the monthly membership meeting and fomm held at the Harry Lundeberg School. Special workshops, seminars and conferences are frequently offered. SHLSS Manpower Shipping Center •••/IVv • II u SHLSS Manpower Director Ed Gildersleeve looks over the day's shipping records wUh his assistant, Stacey Gerred. All SW shipping is coordinated from the Manpower Center at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. 28 / LOG / September 1982 SHLSS Commandant of the Base Ken Conklin points to the future for two young trainees who are about to complete their programs and embark upon their careers. �1^^.- '--•I Upgrading Through ProgiBms GeaiuJ to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime industry > Engine Department Courses :l .-4v Inland Deck Department Courses Length of Course Check-in Date Completion Date Length of Course Course ChTOk-in DBte Completion Date Maintenance October 25 Dec. 16 8 weeks •Towboat Operator Scholarship Oct. 25 Dec. 10 7 weeks Marine Electronics Sept. 13 October 21 6 weeks • Celestial Navigation Sept. 13 Oct. 22 6 weeks Course >' ''I'', Automation Nov. 8 Dec. 2 4 weeks Sept. 27 Nov. 4 6 weeks & Operations Sept. 13 Nov. 8 Tankerman October 25 ** Able Seaman Third Mate October 25 Nov. 22 4 weeks 4 weeks Nov. 18 Dec. 16 Nov. 4 2 weeks Nov. 8 Dec. 16 6 weeks October 12 Nov. 26 7 weeks Third Mate/Celestial Navigation (10) Sept. 20 Nov. 22 October 8 Dec. 17 3 weeks 3 weeks I^WV. QMED—Any Rating Diesel—Regular Sept. 27 Sept. 27 October 25 Nov. 22 October 21 Nov. 18 Dec. 16 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks *Nofe change of starting dates **Those upgrading to AS, QMED/any rating, electrician or bosun will be trained in replenishment at sea techniques. t-c- fc-rww. Assistant Cook open-ended Cook and Baker open-ended Chief Cook open-ended opop-ended open-ended Chief Steward Towboat Cook SlU Field Representatives in all ports Will assist members in preparing applications. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 275 - 20th Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the Proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any S U . . * KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc.. as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made ' only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, noti y the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is: • steward Department Ceurses 12 weeks Dec. 16 2 weeks 2 weeks October 25 6 weeks Dec. 2 . " . • J- - , , Basic Welding Sept. 23 Nov. 18 Deep Seabeck Department Ceurses Lifeboatman Refrigeration Systems Maintenance and Operations . • fi-: : patrolman or other Union olTicial. in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY —THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September. 1960. meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. The^ rights arc clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and mp tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC'RVITY DONATION —SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are used to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing. but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions arc voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the ahove rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediatdy noti^ SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified maU, return rccetpl requested. The address is 675 - 4lh Avenue, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232. September 1982 / LOG 29 • ••fee : vy: �'•*% I ' :. ferli •• .i l:ik- m- ,, LNG TAURUS (Energy Transport), July 11;—Chairman, Recertified Bosun R. Ware; Secretary J.J. Kundrat; Edu­ cational Director D. Orsini; Deck Del­ egate Bill Bell; Steward Delegate 0. H. Kogelman. $100 in ship's fund. No dis­ puted 01. Report to Log: "Thanks to a magnificent job by the United States Air Force and the crew of the LNG Taurus, Ordinary Seaman, Al Carion, was in professional medical care only hours after becoming severely ill. This was quite a feat considering that the LNG Taurus was at sea at the time. It began on the evening of July 8, 1982 as we were enroute to Bontang, Indo­ nesia in the Philippine Sea. Mr. Carion suddenly became severely ill at about 1930 hours and was given first aid and was later moved to the ship's hospital. Captain Sjokvist and Chief Mate Hoffman quickly radioed Westpac RCC, the U.S. military's Western Pacific Rescue Coordination Center at Kadena Air Force base in Okinawa for medical advice. The doctors there advised that a helicopter evacuation of Mr. Carion would be necessary. At first light the next morning the medics were para­ chuted into water near the ship from an Air Force HC-130 airplane. They were quickly picked up with one of the ship's lifeboats and brought to the ship. These medics gave the patient further medical care and prepared him for the helicopter lift. That aftemoon an Air Force helicopter hovered not more than 50 feet above the ship's fantail and lifted Mr. Carion and the two medics inside. They flew to Okinawa where Mr. Carion was hospitalized and released a few days later. The whole operation went off without a hitch. No one can ever thank the Air Force enough. Especially those two medics who parachuted into the sea risking their lives. It makes one proud to be an American." Next port Bontang. DELTA CARIBE (Delta Steamship), July 25—Chairnian, Recertified Bosun FJ. Mears; Secretary John S. Burke Sr.; Educational Director Victor Brunell; Deck Delegate Jose Nova; Steward Delegate Albert Hendrick. Some dis­ puted OT in deck, engine and steward departments. A suggestion was made to have an inspection made of the elec­ trical wiring in the cargo holds. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Houston. SEA-LAHD CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), July 25—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Walter Cousins; Secretary L. Conlon; Educational Director William C. McRae; Steward Delegate Isidro Sanbago. No disputed or. Chairman reported that the Captain had on board two safety movies "Inflat­ able Life Raft" and "Prehospital Bum Care" which he would like the crew to watch. Secretary discussed the impor­ tance of donating to SPAD and the need for all those who qualify to upgrade themselves to insure their future as they will be better qualified to man the new ships that are being built. •« COVE LEADER (Cove Shipping). July 18—Chairman, Recertified ^sun James L. Sanders; Secretary J. Sam­ uels. No disputed OT. $150 in ship's fund. Brother Sanders thanked the crew for a good trip. The only communication received on board was the Log. 30 / LOG / September 1982 1% :'v: INGER (Reynolds Metals), July 18Chairman, Recertified Bosun Stanley J, Jandora; Secretary E. Dale; Edu­ cational Director Paul Avbain; Engine Delegate Maurice White; Steward Del­ egate George Berry. No disputed OT. $2 in ship's fund. Brother Jandora reported that everything is in good shape on board and all members are cooperating. All communications that were received on board have been posted. Next port Newark. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service), July 11—Chairman, Recertified Bosun Demetrios Calogeros; Secretary Ceasar F Blanco; Educational Director Patrick Warnick; Deck Delegate Melvin Ferguson; Engine, Delegate John Carr; Steward Delegate Harry Lively. No disputed OT. $20 in ship's fund. Brother Demetrios Calogeros, chairman, extended a "thank you" to Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell for his prompt response to the report contained in the June 26 ship's minutes. The steward reports that he has applications avail­ able for those who wish to upgrade. A vote of thanks to all departments for keeping the crew lounge clean at all times. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port Kobe, Japan. OGDEN TRAVELER (Ogden Marine), July 18—Chairman, Recerti­ fied Bosun W. Bryant; Secretary A. W Hutcherson; Educational Director T. E. Curtis; Steward Delegate Charles Wil­ liams. Some disputed OT $103 in ship's fund. Brother W. Bryant, chairman, extended a vote of thanks to the crew for keeping the ship in good shape. Brother Curtis, educational director, advised all those who qualify should upgrade themselves at Piney Point for a better position, job security and more money. He noted that transportation to attend upgrading classes is supplied free. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. Next port Haifa, Ibrael. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), July 18—Chairman C. L.. Hickenbottom; Secretary F 8. Paylon; Educational Director 8. Marano; Deck Delegate Frank Reynolds; Engine Del­ egate Wilbur McGee; Steward Delegate John W. While. Some disputed OT in engine department. ChairiPnan is getting a new washing machine and dryer for the crew as the one on board now cannot be repaired. A special vote of thanks to the new steward for special menus. Obsen/ed one rriinute of silence in memory of our departed brothers. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (SeaLand Service), July 4—Chairman, Recertified Bosun V Paulsen; Secretary C. M. Modellers; Educational Director E. A. Fennell; Deck Delegate M. A. Curtin. No disputed 01Brother Paulsen held a discussion on medical care and hospitalization procedure for all mem­ bers. Members can choose their own doctor and hospital and then file a claim with the SlU Welfare Plan for payment of the bills. The secretary gave a vote of thanks to all crewmembers for their fine cooperation in helping to keep the ship clean. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers and sisters.. LNG AQUARIUS (Energy Trans­ port), July 25—Chairman Joseph Mor­ rison; Secretary P. Geary; Educational Director G. Lindsay; Steward Delegate William F Christmas. No disputed OT. $150 in ship's fund. Chairman held a discussion on the absolute necessity of the crew to conduct themselves at all times in proper SlU fashion while in foreign ports. Secretary reported on the advantages of upgrading at Piney Point to insure your job security. The Log was received and passed around for all to read so you will know what is going on in the Union. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Next port Bontang. TRANSCOLORADO (Hudson Waterways), July 25—Chairman, Recertified Bosun John Bertolino; Sec­ retary D. G. Chafin; Educational Director Robert Bacon; Deck Delegate Michael Delaney; Steward Delegate William Karpiak. No disputed OT. $29 in ship's fund. Chairman told the members he has installed a new cylinder in the messroom door lock. The messroom door is kept locked in all ports. The Log was received and distributed to department delegates for all members to read. A vote of thanks was extended to Vice President Angus "Red" Camp­ bell for fiis efforts concerning the badly needed repairs on the list sent in during the past voyage. The company imme­ diately made the needed repairs, "Thanks, Red, from the crew of the Transcolorado." The steward asked members to be more careful about throwing matches on ladders and pas­ sageways. This could be a danger to everyone. Next port Rota, Spain. COVE LIBERTY (Cove Shipping), July 25—Chairman James Rogers; Secretary G. Marzett; Deck Delegate Benedict Bonn. No disputed OT. Chairman advised members that there vyill be launch sen/ice the next time we are in the Panama Canal. He is also going to see about having a library placed aboard as there is no reading material on the ship. Report to Log: "We had one man get sick in the port of Armuelles and he was taken off the ship in that port." » GOLDEN PHOENIX (Titan Navi­ gation), July 18—Chairman, Recertified Bosun L. ^te; Secretary C. Corrent; Steward Deleg^e James Payton. Some disputed OT in engine department. The chairman advised that the wage increase of 7V2% tiegan on June 16, 1982. A letter was received from Piney Point in reference to the meeting held there by President Frank Drozak, in which the SlU and NMU refused Reagan's request for a rollback. It was posted for all to read. Crew is still waiting for someone to contact them in regard to putting a library room on board. Next port Karachi. OGDEN CHARGER (Ogden Marine), July 14—Chairman Leont Jekot; Secretary D. Jones; Educational Director J. Wall; Steward Delegate Peter Hammel. No disputed OT. Chairman's report contained a suggestion that any member who felt for one reason or another that conditions could be improved for those sailing, should write to headquarters. A vote of thanks was extended for a fine feeding steward department. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (Mari­ time Overseas), July 25—Chairman Walter Compton; Secretary R. A. Cobb; Educational Director Barry Harris. No disputed OT. Chairman held an open discussion on the benefits to be derived from upgrading at Piney Point and the need to continue donating to SPAD to assure the strength of the merchant marine through proper representation. A vote of thanks to the steward depart­ ment for a job well done. The crew extended their thanks to Captain H. Van Rettberg who makes aH the barbecue sauce for the outside cooking which we do at least twice a week. Everyone enjoys the steaks, chicken and other things that are cooked outside on the barbecue rack, built by the chief engi­ neer and chief mate. Next port Phila­ delphia. COVE SAILOR (Cove Shipping), July 18—Chairman Doyle Ellette; Sec­ retary Norman Duhe; Educational Director Alton Hickman. No disputed OT. Chairman reported that repairs that cannot be made at sea will be done in the shipyard. He further advised all members who are eligible to upgrade at Piney Point for the purpose of achieving future job security and better pay. The Log came aboard in Texas City and was put out for all to read. The chairman wants to thank SlU rep­ resentative Joe Perez for answering questions and having a good meeting at the payoff. A vote of thanks to the steward department for a job well done. Observed one minute of silence in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Official ship's minutes were also received from the folkwring vessels: MOra CmCqMirar PMRIVUI SMtaCtara OnfMM iMic Pllltt0lllM MtaMw OgtaiGliaiiViN SM-lMd PrmiiiGfr Sea-ljMi Viyafir SMiMro SBa-Lamt EcMony Sn-laiNinKar MSei MY SM4Mi •Mi M OMfSMsNatalis MMnia BayRMie MViMte PridtsfltaM �.v: sisSijp; ' k.1 •' Raymond Earl Dabney, 57, joined 1 the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1956 sailing as a deckhand on the tug A. J. Harper (Charles H. Harper Lighterage) from 1954 to 1960 and for the company from 1954 to 1977. Brother Dabney is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Barhamsville, Va. and is a resident of Baltimore. Michael Walter Furman, 55, pined the Union in the port of Bal­ timore in 1957 sailing as a chief engineer on the tug Fort McHenry (Harbor Towing) from 1944 to 1982. Brother Furman was a former member of the ILA. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Boatman Furman was born in Bal­ timore and is a resident there. Wilmer Perry Gaston, 63 joined the Union in Port Arthur, Tex. in 1963 sailing as a chief engineer for Sabine Towing from 1955 to 1982. Brother Gaston was a former member of the NMU. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Boatman Gaston was born in Orange, Tex. and is a resident of Port Arthur. Herbert Bernard Groh, 61, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a captain for Curtis Bay Towing from 1943 to 1982. Brother Groh is a former member of the ILA. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Boatman Groh was born in New Park, Pa. and is a resident of Baltimore. ITuman Laverne Sustaire, 55, joined the SlU in 1945 in the port of New "Vbrk sailing as an AB and ship's delegate. Brother Sustaire was born in Texas and is a resident of Groves, Tex. Seymour Blau Hamilton, 66, joined the Union in the port of Phil­ adelphia in 1973 sailing as a deck­ hand for lOT from 1972 to 1982. Brother Hamilton was a delegate at the Piney Point Educational Con­ ference. He is a former member of the Malt Brewers Union in 1951 and the Atlantic Tankermen's Railroad Union. Born in Philadelphia, he is a resident of West Chester, Pa. Raymond Adolf Duhrkopp, 65, joined the SlU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as an oiler. Brother Duhrkopp sailed 42 years. He was born in Weehawken, N.J. and is a resident of Ridgefield Park, N.J. Earl Leonard McKnight, 68, joined the Union in the port of St. Louis in 1968 sailing as a cook and ship delegate on the M/V Clyde Butcher (Inland Tugs). Brother McKnight worked for Inland Tugs from 1967 to 1977 and for ACBL in 1977. He was a delegate to an SlU Educational Conference in 1979. Boatman McKnight was bom in Byrd County, Mo. and is a resident of Kenova, W. Va. William Francis Tetro, 60, joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as an AB for the PennCentral Railroad from 1941 to 1982. Brother Tetro sailed 41 years. He was a former member of the Masters, Mates and Pilots Union from 1948 to 1960. Boatman Tetro is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard in World V\feir II. Born in New York City, he is a resident of Ozone Park, Queens, N.YC. Marlon Joseph Zientak, 55, joined the Union in the port of Bal­ timore in 1957 sailing as a captain oh the tug Britannia (Baker, Whiteley Towing) from 1947 to 1977. Brother Zientak is a veteran of the U.S. Army in the Korean War. A native of Bal­ timore, he is a resident there. Sixto Chameco, 56, joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing as a cook. Brother Charneco sailed 35 years and hit the bricks in both the 1961 Greater N.Y Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line strike. He is a veteran of the U.S Army in World Wbr II. Seafarer Chameco was born in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Rio Piedras, PR. Hans Jacob Jacobsen, 73, joined the SlU in the port of Tampa in 1957 sailing as a bosun. Brother Jacobsen sailed 36 years. He is a veteran of the Nonwegian Navy in World War i ll. Seafarer Jacobsen was born in Drammen, Norway and is a natu­ ralized U.S. citizen. He is a resident of Edgewater, Fla. Florn Foster, 54, joined the SlU in 1945 in the port of Mobile. Brother Foster graduated from the Union's Bosun Recertification Program in November 1975. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of 8 Mile, Ala. Claude Hollngs Jr., 61, joined the SlU in 1941 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief cook. Brother Holings was born in Alabama and is a resident of Mobile. John Thomas Holt, 61, joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1952 sailing as a bosun. Brother Holt is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in Worid V\feir II. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. and is a resident there. Raymond Edward Salmi, 62, joined the Union in the port of Cleve­ land, Ohio in 1961 sailing as a deck­ hand for Merritt, Chapman and Scott from 1946 to 1947 and for Great Lakes Towing from 1947 to 1982. Brother Salmi sailed 36 years. He is a former member of the Pipefitters Union, Local 120 from 1951 to 1961. Laker Salmi is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born In Columbus, Ohio, he is a resident of Parma, Ohio. •>o?- irvin E. Cutrer, 67, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1958 sailing as a deckhand and for the Bay Towing and Dredge Co. from 1957 to 1963. Brother Cutrer also sailed for Radcliff Materials from 1963 to 1976. He is a veteran of the UiS. Army in World War II. Boatman Cutrer was born in Kentwood, La. and is a resident of Ponchatloula, La. A MESSAGE FROM YOUR UNION DONT SET TANGLED OP WITH DRUGr5 IF CAUGHT^ YOU LOSE YOUR PAPERS FOR, LIFE/ September 1982,/ LOG 31 �'•' :'y• • Pensioner Edi ward James Keller, I 76, passed away on June 24. Brother Keller joined the Union in 1946 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a deck^ _ hand on the Tug Eagle Point in 1972, for the Curtis Bay Towing Co. from 1946 to 1974. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War n. Boatman Keller was born in Philadelphia and was a resident there. Surviving is his widow, Stella. ".,i ' ''\'L.-'1' - •-"« f>'-?;v'.. i • >' K i' •?:4t i. Pensioner Westey Workman, 70, died of heart failure in St. Mary's Hospital, Port Arthur on June 25. Brother Work­ man joined the Union ^ in Port ia Aithui; ifex. in 1963 sailing as a cook and chief steward for Sabine Towing from 1954 to 1963 and for Stewart Transportation from 1965 to 1973. He sailed 45 years. Boatman Workman was bom in Delaware and was a resident of Port Arthur. Burial was in Forest Park Cemetery, Houston. Surviving is his widow, Rena. Pensioner Roo­ sevelt Gustave WaUer, 82, passed away from lung failure in the Autumn Breeze I Nursing Home iff Mobile on June 3. Brother Waller joined the Union in the port of Mobile in 1956 sailing as a/deckhand for Mobile Towing. He sailed 37 years. And he was a former member of the Marine Allied Workers Union, Local 128 in 1947. Boatman Waller was bom in Spanish Hon­ duras, C.A., was a naturalized U.S. citizen . and was a resident of Mobile. Interment was in the Mobile Gardens Cemetery. Sur­ viving are his widow, Lola and daughter, Mrs. Joyce Cross of 8 Mile, Ala. Tiroy Thomas Massey, 59, died on June 23, 1981. Brother Massey joined the Union in the port of Cleve­ land in 1961 sailing for Merritt, Chapman and Scott in 1956 and for Dunbar and Sullivan from 1956 to 1981. He was a former member of the Dredge Workers Union in 1956. Laker Massey was a veteran of the U.S. Arm> before and during World War 11. Bom in Newport-Del Rio, Tenn., he was a resident of Parrotsville, Tenn. Surviving are his widow, Eutha; six sons, Troy Jr., Jerry Lee, Thomas, Francis, William and Buddy; a daughter. Donna; his father, Douglas of Cleveland and a sister, Mrs. Pauline Larson. . La France Thomas Smith Sr., 52, died at the Uni­ versity of Southern Alabama, Medical Center, Mobile on Jan. 26, 1981. Brother Smith I joined the SlU in 1947 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief cook. He sailed 39 years. Seafarer Smith was bom in Mobile and was a res­ ident there. Interment was in Oaklawn Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are three sons, Thomas Jr. of St. Louis, Ronald and Reginald and two daughters, Karen and Valerie. Leo Shayka, 59, succumbed to cancer in Luzeme, Pa. on June 17. Brother Shayka joined the Union in the port of Detroit [ in 1960 sailing as an 1 AB. He sailed 34 years. And was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War U. Laker Shayka was bom in Dickson City, Pa. and was a resident of Olyphant, Pa. Surviving are two sons, Michael and Robert and a daughter, Mrs. Sandra Mojtahedi of Olyphant, Pa. Jose Suarez, 83, j died on July 4. I Brother Suarez [joined the SlU in 1939 in the port of 1 Baltimore sailing as a FOWT He sailed j 46 years and in I World War 11. Sea­ farer Suarez was bom in Carolina, RR. and was a resident of Rio Piedras, PR. Surviving are his widow. Carmen and a daughter, Carmelo. I^nsioner Ldand I Charles Caldwell, 80, passed away from heart-lung I failure in the Park Place Hospital, Port [ Arthur, Tfex. on May ,11. Brother Caldwell joined the Union in Port Arthur in 1963 sailing as a chief engineer for Sabine Tbwing from 1944 to 1969. He was bom in Aubum, Kans. and was a resident of Port Neches, Tex. Burial was iii the Greenlawn Park Cemetery, Port Arthur. Surviving are his widow, Sarah and a daughter, Mrs. Joann Richards of Port Arthur. Pensioner Rajmiond CaKster, 75, passed away on Apr. 1. Brother Calister joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a deckhand for the New York. New Haven & Hartford Railroad firom 1940 to 1971. He hit the bricks in the 1960 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and received a SIU award in 1968. Brother Calister was a former member of the Masters, Mates & Pilots Union from 1948 to 1960. His son, Anthony and daughter, Marilyn were SIU scholarship winners. He was bom m •Yugoslavia, was a naturalized U.S. citiz^ and was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. Interment was in St. Charles Cemetety, ftmingdale, L.I.. N.Y. Surviving his widow, Anna; a son, Anthony and two daughters, Marilyn and Valerie. , Richard Wayne I WilUams, 53, died on July 8. Brother Williams joined the I SIU in the port of I New York in 1957 sailing as a saloon messman. He graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1957. He was bom m Cleveland, Ohio and was a resident there. Williams was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force in the Korean War. Surviving is his mother, Mrs. John (Esther) Williams of Cleveland. . ...,,/, "j'- - L; :_• Pensioner Pfeter Piascik, 70, passed 1 away from heart i disease at home in New Orleans on June 23. Brother t Piascik joined the SIU in 1948 in the ^ port of New York sailing as a chief steward. He was bom in New London, Conn. Cremation took place in the Metairie (La.) Crematory. Surviving are his widow, Mercedes; two sons, Pfeter Jr. and Francis of Kenner, La. and three daughters, Mrs. Carlene Hawes of Niantic, Conn., Theresa and Pauline. Pensioner John Kelso Kenney Sr., 70, passed away from heart disease at home in Galveston on Mar. 30. "Brother Kenney joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1957 sailing as a deckhand for G & H Towing from 1951 to 1974. He also worked for the City of Galveston from 1940 to 1951. Boatman Kenney was bom in Gal­ veston. And he was a union member since 1947 to 1951. Burial was in Calvary Cem­ etery, Galveston. Surviving are his widow. Belle and three soris, John Jr., Donald and Ronald. Pensioner Hakkon Anker Mi^nnssra, 66, died on May 18. Brother Magnussen joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a deckhand on the tug /rving Bush (N.Y. Dock Railway) from 1971 to 1978 at Bushlbrminal, Brooklyn, N;Y. He sailed for the Bush Tferminal Rail­ road Co. from 1958 to 1971 and the Pfetterson Lighterage and Towing Co. from 1944 to 1957 .Boatman Magnussen was a former member of the NMU, Local 333, Marine Division from 1944 to 1958. Bom in Arendal, Norway, he was a naturalized citizen and a resident of Brooklyn. Sur­ viving are his widow, Margarette; two sons, William and Donald and a daughtef, Mrs. Virginia Rave. Pensioner Percy Givands, 73, succembed to cancer in the Bames U.S. Vet­ erans Administration Hospital, Vancouver, Wash, on May 5. Brother Givands joined the MC&S in the port of Portland, Ore. in 1954. He was a veteran of the U.S Armed Forces. A native of Alabama, he was a resident of Vancouver. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Vancouver. Sur­ viving is a daughter, Mrs. Marinda Gates of Vancouver. Ifensioner William K. Nealey, 80, passed away on June 14. Brother Nealey joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1960 sailing as a tankerman for GATCO from 1957 to 1960. He was a former member of the United Mine Workers, Dis^ct 50. Boatman Nealey was bom in Loris, S.C. and was a resident of Soudi Hill, Va. Smviving is his widow, Zula. Ftensioner George William Arnold Sr., 79, passed away from heart-lung f^ure in Seattle on May 12. Brother Arnold joined the SlU-merged Marine Cooks & Stewards Union (MC&S) in the port of Seattle in 1952. He was bom in North Dakota and was a resident of Seattle. Cremation took place in the Washelli Crematory, Seattle. Surviving is a son, George Jr. of Seattle. Pensioner George William Arnold Sr., 79, passed away from heart-lung failure in Seattle on May 12. Brother Arnold joined the SlU-merged Marine Cooks & Stewards Union (MC&S) in the port of Seattle in 1952. He was bom in North Dakota and was a resident of Seattle. Cremation took place in the Washelli Crematory, Seatde. Surviving is a son, George Jr. of Seattle. Pensioner Joan Skeffington Ihylor Wolery, 68, succumbed to cancer in the University of Califomia Hospital, San Francisco on Apr. 27. Stter Tkylor joined the MC&S sailing as a waitress for the Matson Line. She first sailed on the West Coast in 1958. Bom in Seattle, she was Pensioner Austin James Ballard, 68, a resident of Woodacre, Calif. Interment died of a heart attack on May 4. Brother was in the Mount Tamalpais Cemetery, San Ballard joined the MC&S sailing for the Rafael, Calif. Surviving are her widower, Matson Line for 24 years. He first sailed Donald; a brother, Charles of Spring Valley, on the West Coast in 1950. Ballard was Calif, and a sister, Mrs. Helen Olson of pensioner Charles Gay Starling, 68, bom in Louisiana and was a resident of San Anselmo, Calif. died on Mar. 7. Brother .Starling joined Los Angeles. Burial was in the Forest Lawn Pensioner Martin de IDS Reyes, 72, the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1961 Cemetery, Hollywood Hills, Calif. Sur­ passed away from pneumonia in the Sunsailing as a cook for McAllister Brothers viving are his widow. Areola and a son, nyside Nursing Center, Torrance, Calif, on in 1956 and Mariner Towing in 1973 and Kenneth of Louisiana. Dec. 30,1981. Brother de los Reyes join^ for IBC. He was a former member of the. Pensioner Tsing See Yiie, 78, passed the MC&S in 1958 in the port of Wil­ UMW, Local 50 from 1957 to 1961. mington sailing as a waiter and roorn Boatman Starling was a chief steward vet­ away from natural causes at home in San steward. He sailed 40 years. He first sailed eran of the U.S. Coast Guard in World Francisco on May 7. Brother Yue joined on the West Coast in 1951. Bom in the War 11. A native of Rocky Mountain, N.C., the MC&S in the port of San Francisco Philippine Is., he was a resident of Wil­ he was a resident of Norfolk. Surviving sailing for the American President Line. mington. Burial was in All Souls Cemetery, are his mother, MoUy of Norfolk; a brother, He sailed 35 years and first sailed on the Long Beach, Calif. Surviving are his Henry of Thmpa; a sister, Mrs. Sally Hal- West Coast in 1952. A native of China, widow, Flossie and three sons, Artuo, lowell PbweU of Norfolk; byo sons, Charles he was a naturalized U.S. pitizen. Interment Nicholas of Lakelands, Calif, and David Jr. and Robert and three dau^ters, Linda, was in Woodlawn Park Cemetery, Colma, of Wilmington. Calif. Surviving is his widow, Wa Chiu. Cassandre arid Olena. gS / LOG / September 1982 atiSBssi ' �Ifel. A:-::, ., •:'4r -^--\;f •• -k!'^::/'.'. Pensioner Leo Lloyd Crawford, 64. died on Aug. 23. Brother Craw­ ford joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a chief electriciafl. He was born in Pearl River, La. and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Karry and four sons, Leo Jr., Dennis, Wayne and Cleveland. Pensioner Samuel A. Mitten, 74, passed away on Aug. 3. He joined the Union in Pbrt Arthur, Tex. in 1963 sailing as a deckhand for Sabine Towing from 1946 to 1970. Brother Mitten was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Boatman Mitten was bom in Poyallup, Wash, and was a resident of Port Arthur. Surviving are his widow, Yvonne and two nephews, Paul and Lanny Mitten of Eaumclaw, Wash; John "Jack" Pensioner William Darby, 61, died on White Wescott, 65, Aug. 4. Brother died on Aug. I. Darby joined the Brother Wescott joined SIU in the port of the Union in the port New York in 1967 of Norfolk in 1967 sailing as a chief sailing as a chief engi­ electrician. He was neer for the Association a veteran of both the of Maryland Pilots U.S. Navy and U.S. Army in World War , from 1948 to 1978. He also ,sailed as a II and the Korean conflict. He served in fisherman from 1949 to 195i. Boatman the Navy as an electrician's mate 1st, 2nd Wescott, a native of Wanchese, N.C., was and 3rd class aboard the USS Tuscalosa, a resident there. Surviving are his brother, ;USS Birmingham, USS Card, USS Diaand a nephew, Charles Wescott Charles \mond Head and USS Intrepid. He served Jr., both of Wanchese and a niece, Mrs. ; in the Army as a sergeant in Washington, George (Olga) Bauers of Norfolk. D.C. in 1947 and at Ft. Dix, N.J. in 1952. Seafarer Darby was bom in Trenton, N.J,, and was a resident of San Francisco. Sur­ Bennie Wesley viving are his widow, Melba; son, John, Brinson, 56, died at Jr. and a daughter, Irene. the Touro Hospital Infirmary New William Monroe Orleans on Aug. 12. ® Kuhl, 58, succumbed Brother Brinson ; to cancer in the De Paul ; joined the SIU in the 1^ Hospital, Norfolk on port of Savannah in July 29. Brother Kuhl sailing as a 1955 5 joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Norfolk bosun. He sailed for 35 years and was a sailing as an oiler. He delegate to a Piney Point Conference; Sea­ , __ _____ also sailed inland for farer Brinson was a veteran qf the U.S. [ McAllister Brothers Seafarer Kuhl was bom Army in World War 11. Bom in Millen, i in Norfolk and was a resident of Chesa- Ga., he was a resident of New Orleans. ipeake, Va. Burial was in Forest Lawn Burial was in Jefferson Gardens Cemetery, Cemetery, iNlorfoIk. Surviving are his St. Rose, La. Surviving are his widow, mother, Sarah of Norfolk and a brother, Katherine and three daughters, Julie, Bonnie and Cynthia.. Vincent of Chesapeake. Pensioner Fonnie Rogers, 61, died on Aug. 16. Brother Rogers joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in' 1955 sailing as a cook. He was a veteran ^ of the U.S. Army inWorld War'll. Seafarer Rogers was bom in Lenoir County, N.C. and was a resident of Kinston, N.C. Sur­ viving are his widow, Emestine; a son, Cleveland of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a daughter, Emma; his mother,Tner and a sister; Lilin, all of Kinston. Pensioner Agustin Telez Rosado, 72, passed away at home on Sept. 19, 1982 after Pensioner Finis• a battle with cancer. Melvin "Red" A native of Cuba, Strickland, 68, suc­ Brother Rosado cumbed to a heart joined the SIU in attack in the Slidell (La.) Hospital on June 1944 and sailed in the deck department. 11. Brother Strickland He also sailed as fireman and oiler during joined the SIU in the his career at sea and was a qualified car­ port of New Orleans in penter. He served picket duty for the Union 1965 sailing as a chief steward. He attended in the 1961 Greater New York Harbor Beef the 1970 Piney Point Crew Conference and was a willing volunteer for any beef No. 3. Seafarer Strickland was bom in in which the SIU was involved. He retired Hazen, Ark. and was a resident of Slidell. in 1975. Two of his three sons followed Interment was in the Lake Law Park Mau­ his footsteps in the SIU. His son David is soleum, New Orleans. Surviving are his a deep sea member who ships from the widow, Dorothy and his brother, Dow of port of New York, and his son Augie Telez Hazen. is SIU New York Port Agent. Brothel Rosado was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. He is survived by his widow, Maria; sons Joseph Ignatius i Kloldziejski, 53, died David, Augie and William, and daughters Soma and Mrs. Ben Santos. He was buried on June 13. Brother I Kolodziejski joined the Sept. 22, 1982 at Greenwood Cemetery Union in the port of in Brooklyn, N.Y. Philadelphia in 1957 I sailing as an oiler for Pensioner David Way Lim, 77, passed the Independent away from heart failure at home in San I Towing Co. and as a Francisco on Mar. 11. Brother Lim joined cook for McAllister Brothers from 1981 the former Marine Cooks & Stewards to 1982. He also sailed deep sea from that Union (MC&S) in 1957 sailing as a cook. port from 1946 to 1956. In 1959, he worked as a machinist for the N.Y. Shipyard. Bom He was Iwm in China and was a naturalized U.S. citizen. Burial was in Woodlawn in Philadelphia, he was a resident there. Cemetery, Colma, Calif. Surviving is his Surviving are his widow, Marcella and two widow, Shui-Wan Lau. daughters, Anna and Theresa. Help A Friend Deal With Alcoholism Alcoholics don't have friends. Because a friend .wouldn't let another man blindly travel a course that ha^ to lead to the destruction of his health, his job and his family. And that's where an alcoholic is headed. Helping a fellow Seafarer who has a drinking problem is Just as easy—and Just as important—as steering a blind man across a street. All you have to do is take that Seafarer by the arm and guide him to the Union's Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, Md. Once he's there, an alcoholic SIU member will receive the care and counseling he needs. And he'll get the support of brother SIU members who are fighting the same tough battle he is back to a healthy, productive alcohol-free life. The road back to sobriety is a long one for an alcoholic. But because of ARC, an alcoholic SIU member doesn't have to travel the distance alone. And by guiding a brother Seafarer in the direction of the Rehab Center, you'll be showing him that the first step back to recovery is only an arm's length away. Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center I am interested in attending a six-week program at the Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center. 1 understand that all my medical and counseling records will be kept strictly confidential, and that they will not be kept anywhere except at The Center, fP There's Strength in Mnmbers And Onr Hnmhers are Growing! - •:V. Name Book No. \ 1 I Address I (Street or RFD) I (State) (Zip) 1 Telephone No. ........ I (City) Mail to. THE CENTER Star Route Box 153-A Valley Lee, Md. 20692 or call, 24 hours-a-day, (301) 994-0010 I —I September 1982 / LOG 33 �•'iMi>i^ii« mil (HI IB n ''!iL''-:t'V'Si^-. .J-- r-':vv . .."r". A-'".. Directory of Ports •4 MS* I• f. • Frank Drozak, President Ed Hirner, Exec, vice president Joe DIGiorglo, secretary-treasurer Leon Hall, vice president Angus "Red" Campbell, Wee president Mike Sacco, vice president Joe Sacco, Wee president George McCartney, vice president * ?. ^ ji i£•• •" 1!it • HEADQUARTERS 675 4 Ave., Bklyn. 11232 ? £ f' (212)499-6600 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 ',Y ;, -t- ^ ,:• (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301)327-4900 Elf. .% •;-.' 'V :^.' ,-iV:. • • :'} ' •; f .' J' • If!ir'n DispotcKers Report for Deep AUGUST 1-31, 1982 Port Gloucester New>brk Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville.' San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico....... 8 105 8 23 25 14 56 30 ... 30 31 6 Piney Point Totals rf- 0 Port ' Gloucester New^brk Philadelphia !.,.. Baltimore ..^ Norfolk ... Mobile ; New Orleans ... :! Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle ,,, Puerto Rico ..-....... Houston Piney Point :. 2 76 3 13 21 14 42 18 45 20 32 44 0 Port ^ Gloucester. New \brk Philadelphia ............. 1 55 2 Norfolk Mobile ....: New Orleans Jacksonville.... v San Francisco Wilmington Seattle 12 32 10 18 12 Houston Piney Point Totals f V'^, S LW ff Port Gloucester New ^rk Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk '. Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco. Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Piney Point Totals REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class 8 :. 15 0 208 Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class 8 Class C 6 56 1 8 23 2 38 37 33 IB 23 14 46 0 305 DECK DEPARTMENT 3 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 0 1 6 0 20 0 0 4 10 1 12 0 6 0 0 22 6 0 111 1 6 46 0 3 10 1 19 19 12 8 16 1 21 0 162 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 2 1 6 0 3 0 16 3 40 1 3 6 5 12 7 4 7 6 2 13 0 109 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 3 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 4 0 1 49 8 1 1 0 0 4 0 23 .1 0 1 0 0 21 3 0 23 0 6 0 26 12 17 9 0 0 17 10 0 9 5 30 21 •. 0 0 4 • 0 1 222 84 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 9 0 1 0 1 0 12 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 6 0 29 10 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 . 11 10 0 6 0 0 22 11 0 7 15 0 45 14 5 10 7 0 15 12 0 5 1 0 13 19 0 0 17 0 134 156 ^ 5 3 17 2 2 4 1 4 5 15 12 3 0 2 0 70 THp Reliefs CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216)621-5450! "'REGISTERED ON BEACH Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 4 0 13 lO" 207 12 42 36 40 140 60 74 57 75 14 98 0 865 12 100 8 14 36 4 52 30 30 21 41 2 42 0 392 0 3 0 0 3 0 4 0 5 4 7 0 6 0 32 0 5 0 1 1 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 11 4 159 - 11 31 25 •• 34 95 38 70 32 61 17 80 0 657 2 80 4 9 22 8 34 20 11 10 234 28 0 255 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 0 4 1 3 0 0 0 12 0 2 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 7 2 104 3 13 31 29 61 22 37 21 40 11 47 0 421 5 50 2 3 10 2 7 10 37 15 4 6 4 0 . 155 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 11 3 2 0 1 0 19 3 43 5 12 16 13 45 14 29 5 9 19 31 0 244 21 342 27 45 68 31 91 71 125 58 76 33 89 1 1.078, 1 39 1 4 3 1 13 2 79 19 34 7 7 0 210 2,187 1,880 273 ENTRY DEPARTMENT '...... Totals All Departments 11 20 0 154 17 147 5 24 32 14 31 34 68 20 29 12 54 27 514 0 17 1 1 0 1 3 1 24 7 17 2 4 .0 78 1,138 855 109 3 25 3 6 16 4 26 10 15 7 . . .• • 'T • 661 351 7 31 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ""Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was down a bit from the month of July. A total of 1,050 jobs were shipped in August to SlU contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,050 jobs shipped, 661 or about 60 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. There were also 31 trip reliefs shipped. Since the trip relief program began April 1,1982, a total of 190 relief jobs have been shipped. COLUMBUS, Ohio 2800 South High St., RO. Box 0770, 43207 (614) 497-2446 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218)722-4110 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 11 Rogers St. 0193d (617)283-1167 HONOLULU, Hawaii 707 AlakeaSt. 96813 (808) 537-5714 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NORFOLK, Va 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PADUCAH, Ky. .225 S. 7 St. 42001 (502) 443-2493 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, PR. 1057 Fernandez, Juncos, Stop 20 00909 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 623-4334 ST LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 TOLEDO, Ohio 935 Summit St. 43604 (419) 248-3691 WILMINGTON, Calif. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (213) 549-4000 34 / LOG / September 1982 4 i t �I.-?, • •'- •M gffll tHSJ":;®?. Museum Gets Liner'Constitution' China, Silverware Sea/Ashore 8S:€ On Sept. 18, Mrs. C.C. Tung, a director of the SlU-manned Americ^-Hawaii Cruises, gave Frank Braynard. author of the Lmer l-eviathan series and curator of the American Merchant Marine Museum, Kings Ft. Academy, L.I., N.Y., a set of the original china and silverware of the Union's SS Constitution for the museum. ^ ^ The large dinner plates are cinammon red with gold ®d9'ng wrth a ship's motif design in gold in the center. The cups, saucers and bowls are beige. The silverware is stamped "American Export Lines. mm '^i Ihmara Guilden, Inger and Overseas Marilyn to Israel Soon in October, the SS Tamara Guilden (Transport Commercial), SS Inger (Reynolds Metals) and SS Overseas Marilyn each will carry a more than 20,000 ton cargo of gram to Haifa/Ashdod, Israel. Here's the LASH Benjamin Harrison (Waterman) at anchor in The Narrows, N,YC. last month. , Seafarer Pens .^ « "I Am American Made in II-S.A-" Author Edwin S. "Mr. Red" Harris, a member of the SlU since 1951 and a ship's chairman, recently published the above mentioned book which he avers is a "job creating manual." . In a letter to the LOG recently. Brother Harris, commenting on the sad state of the maritime industry, said: "We of the maritime industiy have to take drastic actions and turn this thing and let the people know we mean business..." ? ' Harris continued "I have taken surveys around many union halls here in America and I notice that quite the majority of automobiles^in and around the parking lots of these union halls were foreign made. I can hardly see how the American working union man and woman can want better working and living conditions here in America ^and then go out and buy foreign products, buying themselves andJ^eir families out of work. They are ruining any chance of being able to collect any benefits from any American system, such as union retirement Medical Safelllfe System a LIfesaver Survival at sea after a shipboard accident or illness should be Q^atly enhanced through a medical communication system' recently begun by a Maryland firm. . Previously, the USPHS operated a radio communications medical program since terminated. in Seamen can now get almost immediate medical help anywhere m the world through satellite around-the-clock communications^ ^ When a seafarer is hurt or is ill the captain of the ship can call by radio the service's doctor. . . x • The master describes the aiiment for diagnoses and treatment. Each vessel has a medical manual with body charts and injury and illnesses checklists. And a medical cabinet with medicines and aid^ . . The need for fast communications at sea is shown by statisti^ which reveal that heart attacks on land result in a 65 percent fatality rate. Heart attacks at sea have a fatality rate of 93 percent. "'•^Bylraw'^Ji'the hell can these good old American union working stiffs go ouf and buy all these foreign products, putting themseives out of work here in America?" \/«ii«i« Seafarer Harris' $6.95 book is available at P.O. Box 991, Va 'ep, Calif. He promises to give 50 percent of the proceeds to the Union for political action. From the Gulf to the Congo for SS Del Ore in late September, the SS Del Ore (Crowley Marine) will sail from the Gulf to Pointe Noire, Congo with 3,167 metric tons of bagged, milled rice. Recertmed Bosun Donald Chester off the CoFe Trader holds still ffor a photo. if;: 'I f'S Peering out ffrom the the Cove Trecre ^leford. i wiper Seigio Reyes off the ST Cove Tffacffer (Cove Shipping) ffixes bridge vrindeMeW niinjxr y • -..'rnKS September 1982 / LOG 35 • -h:-' ' �-.s>> ••'-Ctf•;i-; w ,! ii I I'fe V « V .'. 'J--, 'X u Ui-fr tfx n\ j.^',' • ." -,' : • '-.,*/• ^ ^ . ••• - : '" C. • • , ,• _ "-.[y^'r- -' " ""V' "T' • ' • • - -. ~-7" .- '• . "•• I U.S. Unemployment Rate Stays at 9.8% in August WASHINGTON, D.C.—The country's jobless rate stayed at 9.8 percent in August, the U.S. Labor De­ partment reported. Only 200,000 more jobless this month would boost the total rate to 10 percent. Eighteen states reported joblessness of 10 percent or higher. Jobs in trans­ portation, which had a 7 percent rate, were lost in most states. New York City reported a 10.7 percent unem^ ployment rate! New York State had an 8.5 percent rate. A staggering 10,805,000 persons today in 47 states and the District of Columbia are scanning the help wanted ads searching for employment. If the unemployed formed a single line, it would stretch 4,000 miles! "Unemployment continues to be the greatest scandal in this country," said AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland at a press conference here after the jobless figures were released by the Labor De­ partment's Bureau of Statistics. "The White House-has abandoned working people," declared Kirkland. "Congress must quickly enact a re­ covery program that will put Americans back to work," he added. Since July 1981 the unemployment rate has increased from 7.2 percent to 9.8 percent! The number of jobs has fallen by 1 million arid the number of unemployed has grown by 3 million! "The message carried by these fig­ ures is that unemployment continues to be the Number One scandal in this country," Kirkland reiterated. "The message is that the suffering which the policies of the Reagan Administration has brought to millioiis of Americans continues unabated," he said. Legal Aid The unemployment rate for adult men rose last month from 8.8 percent to 8.9 percent. The rate for adult women went down from 8.4 percent to 8.2 percent. The rate for blacks rose to 18.8 percent from 18.5 percent in July. The Hispanic rate went up to 14.6 per­ cent from July's 13.9 percent. For black teenagers, the rate jumped from 49.7 percent to 51.6 percent over the month! New York Committee SlU Rep. Marshall Novack (seated left) makes out dues receipt for Recertified Bosun Clyde Kent (seated right), ship's chairman of the 77 New Ybrk (Apex Marine) at an a.m. payoff at Long Beach, Calif, on Aug. 20. also seated at the tatile is (center) AB Gary Smith, deck delegate; Chief Cook Robert Maddox, steward del^ate; Chief Steward David Edwards, secretary-reporter and Chief Pumpman Angelo Dsomos, educational director. Port Gloucester New Mirk Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico^ Houston. Algonac St. Louis Piney Point Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ''REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT ,, — .. . — /. Port Gloucester — Newlbrk .... Philadelphia . Baltimore .... Norfolk Mobile New Orleans . Jacksonville .. San Francisco Wilmington .. Seattle Puerto Rico .. Houston Algonac St. Louis PinwRjint .. Totals !• f' *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Gloucester ... NewVbrk .... Philadeiphta . Baltimore — Norfolk ....... Mobile New Orleans . Jacksonville .. San Francisco Wilmington .. Seattle Puerto Rico .. Hoi^ton Algonac St. Louis .... Pinwf^int .. 0 0 0 6 0 "0 0 , 5 0 12 0 0 6 0 3 0 32 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 3 0 0 1 0 ' 2 0 10 0 •' 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 V 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 11 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 2 4 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 7 '• 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 11 STEWMD DEPARIMEIIT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 0 1 0 0 0 3 13 1 38 13 26 21 d "Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ""Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men roistered at the port at the end of last month. - - -• • 0 0 0 2 • 0 0 1 6 0 4 0 . 0 1 0 3 0 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 1 5 0 12 0 22 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 s 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ' 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 5 84 21 28 0 0 0 15 0 2 0 9 0 21 0 0 17 0 8 0 72 NEW YORK, NEW YORK Schulman & Abarbanel 358 Fifth Avenue " New York, New 'Vbrk 10001 Tele. # (212) 279-9200 BALTIMORE, MD. Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore, Md. 21201 Tele. # (301) 539-6967 Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 1-31,1982 In the event that any SlU members have legal problems In the various ports, a list of attorneys whom they can consult is being published. The memtier need not choose the recom­ mended attorneys and this list Is intended only for Informational pur­ poses: CHICAGO, ILL. Kate & Friedman 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, III. 60603 Tele. # (312) 263-6330 DETROIT MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Mich. 48822 Tele. # (313) 532-122Q GLOUCESTER, MASS. Orlando & White 1 Western Avenue Gloucester, Mass. 01930 Tele. # (617) 283-8100 HOUSTON. TEXAS Archer, Peterson and Vifaldner 1801 Main St. (at Jefferson) Suite 510 Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. # (713) 659-4455 & Tele. # (813) 879-9842 LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 5900 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2600 Los Angeles, Califs 90036 Tele. # (213) 937-6250 WILMINGTON, CALIF Fbgel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 239 South Avalon Wilmington, Calif. 90744 Tele. # (213) 834-2546 MOBILE, ALA. Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Ala. 36602 Tele. # (205) 433-4904 NEW ORLEANS, LA. Barker, Boudreaux, Lamy, Gardner & Foley 1400 Richards Building 837 Gravier Street New Orleans, La. 70112 Tele. # (504) 586-9395 PHILADELPHIA, PA. Kirschner, Whiters, Willlg,. Weinberg & Dempsey Suite 1100 1429 Walnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102 Tele. # (215) 569-8900 SI LOUIS, MO. Gruenberg, Sounders & Levlne Suite 905—Chemical Building 721 dive Street SL Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. # (314) 231-7440 SAN FRANCISCO. CAUF . John Paul Jennings Hennlng, Whish & Ritchie 100 Bush Street. Suite 440 San Francisco. CaW. 94104 Tele. # (415) 4400 SEATTLE. WASH. Davies, Roberts, ReM, Anderson & Wiacker 100 West Harrison Plaza Seattle, Wash. 98119 Tbie. # (206) 285-3610 TAMfVLFLA. Hamilton, Douglas, Hamilton, Leper & Macy, P.A. 2620 West Kennedy Boulevard Tampa. Florida 33609 Tele. # (813) 879-9842 36 / LOG / September 1982 : - �V, : •i • Eric Wayne Parker Seafarer Eric V\feiyne Parker, 23, graduated from tfie SHLSS Trainee Program in 1979 where he was a top third student. He is now sailing as a cook and baker, a rating he eamed that year. He got the chief steward rating there last year. Brother Parker received the CPR, firefighting and lifeboat papers. A native of Pateluma, Calif., he lives in East Sandwich, Mass. and ships out of the port of New York. Deshawn Grant Newsome Debbie Byers Pedro "Pete" Lufs Lopez Seafarer De­ shawn "Shawn" Grant Newsome, 25, is a 1978 graduate of the Piney Point Entry Program now sailing as QMED. Brother Newsome f got his FOWT en­ dorsement at the SHLSS in 1980. He has the CPR, lifeboat and firefighting documents. Newsome attended Norfolk State University. He was born in Hertford-Ahoskie, N.C. He resides in Norfolk and ships out of that port. Seafarer Deb­ bie Lenore R Byers, 23, gradu­ ated from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS) Piney Point, Md. in 1979 and is now sailing as a cook and baker, a rating she got in 1980. Sister Byers earned the CPR, lifeboat and firefighting endorsements. She attended Charles County (Md.) Community College. Born in Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Byers resides in Land O' Lakes, Fla. and ships out of the port of Jacksonville. Seafarer Pedro "Pete" Luis Lopez, 29, is a 1975 graduate of the Piney Point Entry Trainee Program where he was in the top third of his class and received the Lifeboat Award there. In 1977, he eamed his AB. He earned the lifeboat, firefighting and CPR endorsements. Born in New Jersey, he resides in Brooklyn, N.Y and ships out of the port of New York. Donald Craig Spangler Seafarer Don­ ald Craig Span­ gler, 28, is a 1978 graduate of Piney Point. He now sails as a chief steward, a rating he got there in 1981. Brother Spangler got the cook and baker rating in 1979. He has the CPR, lifeboat and firefighting en­ dorsements. In 1978, Spangler studied for a year at the Catonsville (Md.) Commercial College. Bom in Baltimore, he is a resident there and ships out of that port city. Douglas Alien Thomas , Seafarer Doug­ las Allen Thomas, 40, joined the SlU in 1966 in the port of Seattle, now sailing as a chief cook. He has sailed as a cook and baker since 1978. Brother Thorhas earned the CPR, firefighting and lifeboat documents. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. A native of Jersey City, N.J., he lives in East Orange, N.J. and ships out of the port of New York. Robert Vincent Panes Sea^rer Robert "Bob" Vincent Panes, 23, grad­ uated from the SHLSS in 1978 and now sails as a QMED, a rating he earned last year. In 1979, he 1 got the FOWT. He holds the lifeboat, firefighting and CPR tickets. His hobbies are sailing, track and football. A native of Long Beach, N.Y, he resides in Brooklyn, N.Y and ships out of the port of New York. Monthly Membership Meetings Port Date ' ' Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters New York Oct. 4 2:30 p.m Philadelphia Oct. 5...;.... 2:30p.m............ Baltimoi« ....; Oct. 6. .. 2:30p.m Norfolk Oct. 7............... 9:30 a. m Jacksonville..., Oct. '7 ...... 2:00p.m Algonac Oct. 8.,.. 2:30p.m.. Detroit Oct. 8 2:30p.in.... Houston Oct. II 2:30p.m. New Orleans .^. Oct. 12 2:30 p.m. Mobile Oct. 13......... 2:30p.m San Francisco ........ Oct. 14 2:30 p.m............ Wilmington .......... Oct. 18 2:30p.m............ Seattle Oct. 22 2:30p.m... Piney Point Oct. 9 10:30 a.m San Juan............. Oct. 7.. 2:30 p.m..... Columbus. Oct. 16................ — •.'•••• St. Louis Oct. 15 2:30p.m.... Honolulu Oct. 14. :.. 2:30p.m Duluth ... Oct. 13.;...:.. .. 2:30p.m... Jeffersonville Oct. 21 .2:30 p.m. ... Gloucester ........... Oct. 19 2:30 p.m. Jersey City Oct. 20........: - 2:30 p.m UIW 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00 p.m. — — — 7:00p.m. 7.00 p.m. — - 1:00p.m. — — ^ John Gordon Reld Seafarer John "Johnny" Gordon Reid, 29, gradu­ ated from Piney Point in 1979 now sailing as a cook and baker. Brother Reid got the as­ sistant cook rating in 1980. He is a former member of the Carpenters Union. And he holds the firefighting, lifeboat and CPR tickets. Reid attended Valencia Commercial Junior College for two years. He plays the guitar, likes fishing, hunting and softball. Bom on the Tyndal U.S. Air Force Base, Panama City, Fla., he lives in Norfolk and ships out of that port. Endang Abidin Seafarer En­ dang Abidin, 37, first sailed with the SlU in 1977 from the port of New York now sailing as a QMED, a rat­ ing he earned in 1980 at the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS). In 1978, he got his firemanwatertender (FOWT) papers in New York and last year the 3rd assistant engineer rating. Brother Abidin has the cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), firefighting and lifeboat documents. He was born in Indonesia, is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y and ships out of the port of New York. r Frank John lymczyszyn Seafarer Frank John Tymczyszyn Jr., 24, is a 1979 top third of class graduate of the SHLSS now sail­ ing as a QMED. Brother • TymI czys2yn got a Best achievement Award at the Point. He got his FOWT in 1980, and earned the firefighting, lifeboat and CPR endorsements. Tym­ czyszyn, a math major, studied Busi­ ness Administration at the Baruch Col­ lege for six months and at the Charles (Md.) County Community Junior College also for another six months. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y, and resides in Piney Point. Dean Camaclio Seafarer Dean Camacho, 25,. graduated from the SHLSS, Piney Point, Md., Entry Trainee Program in 1978 and is now sailing as a QMED. He eamed his FOWT rating in 1979. Brother Camacho holds the life­ boat, firefighting and CPR tickets. He has also sailed inland. Camacho was born in Philadelphia, Pa., lives in Guayanilla, PR., and ships out of the port of San Juan., PR. Alfred Louis De Simone Seafarer Alfred Louis "Freddy" De Simone, 27, is a 1976 graduate of Piney Point now sailing as a. cook and baker. Brother De Simone up­ graded to assis­ tant cook at the Point. He has the firefighting, CPR and lifeboat tickets. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y, he lives there and ships out of the port of New York. Seamen Over 65 Must Enroll in Medicare (Part B) By Dec. 31,1982 Seamen 65 and older have until De­ cember 31, 1982 to enroll in Part B of the Medicare program without in­ curring a penalty. Seamen who are el­ igible for die program and do not apply by that time will incur a 10% penalty for each year they fail to enroll. Federal funding for the USPHS Hospitals was eliminated in last year's Reconcilliation Act. The cut-ofT in funds created a double imfair situation. Not only were seamen deprived of free medical care, they were also exposed to a financial penalty for not having enrolled in the Medicare program, even though there had been no reason for them to apply. Congress waited more than a year to rectify the situation. Finally, last month. Congress passed the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 which gave seamen until December 31,1982 to enroll in the Medicare pro­ gram without incurring a penalty. September 1982 / LOG 37 �V-X^:..-.- ^:. ... w-'Va.'-.«^"f'si,.*.:i.f • ""TIS"- - 4J ,ji..j.-ij,. ;;V;. ••" * *;-...., -- - --• -. - -.. '..r-^^ 'l.^- V,'.'.•' '\l —i^ •II '. j^ I s \ • Dont Forget to Vote ':nn In the 1980 elections, many of labor's staimchest aUies in Congress went down to defeat in the Reagan sweep. As a resiilt, American trade \mion members have had to carry the heaviest burden of job losses and economic recession. Now is the tune when we get our best shot at turning things aroxmd. I'm referring to the upcoming elections in which the entire House of Representatives and one third of the Senate is up for grabs. The first priority for luiion members and their families is to. get out and vote for the candidates backed by labor. We cannot afibrd to split ovir votes as happened in 1980. There must be solidarity among unionists or we will have to suffer through another two years of high unemplojrment and budget cutting before we get another chance. | Also, it is Important for union members to volunteer thetp time—even If it's only a few hours—to help their iinion carry out the needed grass roots political effort to get our friends elected. So volimteer at your local luiion hall to help hand out leaflets, man the phone banks or drive sound-cars. But at the very least, get out and vote for labor's slate on November S. Fraternally, Edward X. *Monsignor' Mooney, Retired Kirkland, WasMngton m% \'-S "' ;. . '• : "'Vv •.- 5'^. •- • "' ;. S,u •'' } 'fi ii ' . •'-•;•• -J K •;• •.::•• .-: > • - .::?iFr -:.• ; >.~ •'<•:> f- • •• IF . , ' •''i'.. ^i. '' • • • '•^ •' iwsiv •. \ : • '.>V ^" • •': "• : • QVFV7';^ •; • . III-. I Thanlcs for Diagnosis and Benefits I am deeply indebted to the Seafarers International Union for the consideration and services they extended to me this past year. The Seafarers Welfare Plan was prompt and generous In the payment of my medical expenses. Especially, am I grateful to Dr. Logue, Dr. MinuteUo, Dr. SanFilippo and the staff of the SIU clinic in New York. Their suicere mterest, professional diagnosis and encouragement led to the eventual correction of my serious medical problem. It has enabled me to continue my schooling and career in maritime. Thank you again. Sincerely, George K, Hoffmann V 7 I ^ SHI.SS Piney Point . v IF Hi; .'V V •Fl! illl H.ii' i: 32 Vears a Seaf^er and Proud lit I y' , • : r . .• " ;v ^1' v;|! h f ;#l'f^rl^ •••' . ; ' •• . -•"—- " 'j ii7;: -I I;FF: 'K'i ?"•? ' Iff !- f •• i - •'•" •• •- y;'jj Fl • : |,: • i;' -1^ HIFI : F ,: •/ • :• . "•••• .. - .•...:• ' • 1' ' • I H"'^ i-'H- |;;.i ; 1 I would hke to thank the SIU Welfare Plan for paying my wife's hospital bUl in full. I hear pro and con about aU labor I'm amused to find that the Reagan Administration's unions. I have been hi the SIU for 32 years, and I am very economic "experts" cla'ssi^ American merchant seamen as a proud of it. subsidized and thus privileged segment of our society, as We have come a long way on the ships and tugs. IVe been recounted in a weekly news magazine recently. I'm amused, working on tugs for the last 8 years with Crowley. that's all. All union brothers who have been aroimd awhile know that My "privileged" SIU shipmates who participated in all those people like Paul Hall, Sonny Simmons, Frank and Paul Drozak, luxury-class cruises to Kandla, Chittagong, Ras Tanura, the Bob Mathews, Bull Shepard, Cal Tanner, Joe DiGiorgio, Saigon River and similar jet-set resorts are going to be equally Ltndsey Williams and Red Campbell have led the way for what amused. . we have got today. That is just naming a few. And I think we The late Paul Hall had it right when he said: " Once upon a will go further with the leadership we have today. time this nation showed the world what it was to sail the I've been away from the big ships for some time now, and I seven seas". If we're talking about a bygone era, its.because would like to hear from some of my old shipmates from the our elected officials in Washington made it that way. Thank deep sea sector. Drop me a line If you get a chance. God for the SIU and for SPAD, our only weapon ui Fraternally, Washington. Jixmnie L. Jackson, J-268 Fair winds and following seas to all of you who stood Rt. 1BOX688 #1 watches with me dimmg times good and bad. Seafaring is • Klngsland) Texas 78639 • ' F.-' ^ Privileged Class? Not Amusing! what it is all about. Fraternally, James Krebser SIU Book #K-632 Stuart, Fla. lil--.,' I ; ^1' !tl'^|-| ••• iiHllV'^' .'-' (I • ^ IJ Iv - s Hey! Apply for SIU Scliolarsllip Having completed my second year at WUkes College, WUkesBarre, PA as a 1980 SIU Four Year Scholarship Awardee, I am writing this letter to encourage others to consider applying for the scholarship. I am a biology major and want to attend medical school. My courses have given me a backgroimd which makes my future very promising. I should hope that others will apply for the SIU scholarship which has enabled me to attend college and thus improve my chances of attaining my goal of becoming a medical doctor. Sincerely yours, Elaine C. Czaclior Wilkes^Barre, FA 38 / LOG / September 1982 V ^|l;'lr •"'I--'' . ^-F Be 'B.eady' for B.etirement It has been about two years since I have retired from the SIU and I thought I might be able to give a few tips to brothers who plan to retire in the near future from some of my experiences. UsufQly a fellow who has a good bit of seatime will receive quite a bonus plus his pension. If a person does nothing about this, he will pay a very heavy Income tax. There are ways, however, to avoid pajring excess tax. So I suggest one get advice from a reputable tax consultant—not one of those firms that make out income tax returns a few months a year—^but a real firm that does this year 'round. It costs some money, but believe me it's worth it. Between my social security and the SIU pension I get along veiy well. However, If I knew about the tax situation I'd have done a lot better. The tune to get this Information is before • you retire. I still don't know a great deal, but at least I know enough to go to someone who does. Fraternally, H^old McAIeer, M-477 Bradford, MA �i.. :-.f\='r/; SlU Seeks Tax Equity for Conventions at Sea A bill which could make or break the fledgling U.S -flag pas­ senger ship industry is due for a vote soon in Congress. The bill, H.R. 3191, was intro­ duced in early 1982 by Rep. Frank Guarini (D-N.J.). It's intention is to redress an injustice in the Internal Revenue Code as amended by Con­ gress in 1980, which allows tax write-offs for conventions held at hotels but not for those held aboard U.S.-flag passenger ships. Current law allows corporate tax deductions for conventions at landbased hotels, not only in the United States, but in Canada and Mexico as well. Yet the same law denies tax write­ offs for conventions on American cruise ships whose flag is an exten­ sion of U.S. territory, whose owners employ U.S. citizens, paying U.S.corporate and personal income taxes. Rep. Guarini's bill will simply allow the same tax deductions for conventions aboard U.S.-flag cruise ships as are currently allowed for conventions at hotels—a necessary revision, in our view, if the Amer­ ican cruise ship industry is to be given a fighting chance for survival. The convention trade is a multimillion dollar business. For many resorts and hotels, that trade pro­ vides the main source of income— the difference between operating at a loss or at a profit. Passenger ships, even more than hotels, are natural convention sites. Room and board and comfortable meeting facilities as well as leisure time activities are all on-board. As Reps. Richard T. Schulze (RRa) and Guy Vander Jagt (R-Mich) pointed out in supporting H.R. 3191, conventions on cruise i^hips are likely to be more productive than those held ashore because, however luxurious, a cruise ship offers a closed environment which is more conducive to full work-time participation by convention atten­ dees than a hotel where sightseeing or the pleasures of resort life tempt. In addition, allowing tax write­ offs for conventions held at hotels or resorts in Mexico or Canada hits the U.S. Treasury with a double whammy. First, the convention itself is tax deductible. And second, the American dollars being spent during a foreign-based convention do nothing to strengthen the U.S. economy. SORRY, SIR, THAT'S NOT IN THE PACKAGES! In fact, if a foreign airline is used to transport American conventi­ oneers to a hotel in Canada or Mexico, the sole benefit the U.S. economy derives from that con­ vention is in cabfares to and frqm the airports. If conventions at hotels are legit­ imate tax deductions then conven­ tions aboard American flag cruise ships must likewise be legitimate tax deductions. That's the point of H.R. 3191. It simply corrects an injustice in the current tax code—no more and no less. In the process, the U.S.-flag passenger ship industry gets a fair and equal chance to compete for the convention trade. Without the ability to compete for that trade, the American cruise industry, which achieved such a hard-won renaissance, may well disappear once again. LOG Official l^lillica•ignof the Saoforan biltnwtianal Union of Noflh America Allonik;. G^Loketand Inlond VMtten Dotricl, l-OO Sep«nnber1982 tfel. 44, No. 9 Executive Board Frank Orozak President Leon Hall Secretary-Treasurer Joe DIGiorglo Ed TUmar Executive Vice Presiderd Wee President Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President Vice President MikeSacco Joe Sacco Wee President George McCartney Vice President M* Log Staff James Gannon Editor Ray Bourdlus Assistant Editor Don Rotan West Coast Associate Editor Edra Zlesk Assistant Editor liarteita Hofflayonpour Assistant Editor Max Siegel Hall Assistant Editor Frank CianciottI Director of Photography/Writer Dennis H. Lundy Photography Marie Kosciusko Administrative Assistant George J. Vsna Production'Art Director Published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Vteters District. AFL-CIO, 675 fourth Ave., Brookl)^, N.Y 11232. Tel. 499-6600. Second Class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y. (ISSN #0160-2047) Deposit in the SIU Blood Bank—It's Your Life September 1982 / LOG 39 ','1^ Vi-';' �^fwyy^ .la^—i. LU.P'|II'II>P1 twiiiin,.- • v-jft.r-Tit||>iTrr----'-^_-. . •• • 1^, I -•- • ----- ii 4- -« M . 'Ai'.^ ^ V'p. • AYE, AW IT GIVES ME JOB SECURjTy -^.5s> ^ • rm i.: ';:r '"' ' ' SO CENTS A OAY ISA SMALL PRICE TO PAY ' 1^' ' I ' ' ' j^|i:i| --i •*#••' ":• : .'• \ '> villi,::, 'All;.:.:'" ,•, '. ''lii-l-l •:' • ^ • " . :•" ':Mvyy0 : S -rrrmm :.-v .u.^ h' . / It: -- i • • feci - nl • .• . ::.iirii:-1:, ^il|l! ii-J .• • • ': ..ki-'i f.-J. -. V -• J '' • .•^' ^ All If- L •::ia1v:f y||,t. '.'Jim , - •%-# -4.:', 1.. .- • '•-A*-.f -J --p. • • "• i^- • ...5-< • • . P' •' -. •*; ;•:- • -i A ^ t-.z ,7=., - . � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1982 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES C-9 PRESIDENT MONROE ‘INAUGURATED’ IN N.O. SUPPORT GROWING FOR BOGGS BULK BILL DELTA SOLD TO CROWLEY FOR $96M: JOBS SECURE BILL MANDATES INCREASED FILL RATE FOR SPR REAGANOMICS THE CAUSE OF RECORD UNEMPLOYMENT UNION BUSTER ON LABOR DEPARTMENT PAYROLL LABOR’S RANKS FILE UP FIFTH AVE. UNVEIL GOMPERS STATUE ON LABOR DAY WATERMAN PART OF U.S. NAVY’S TAKX PROGRAM AFL-CIO HAS A BEEF WITH IOWA FINKS BOGGS BULK BILL TOWER-ING OPINION FENWICK FUB MARAD AUTHORIZATION CARRIBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE PENDING LEGISLATION PUERTO RICO PASSENGER BILL SUNNY L.A., AN ACTION SPOT FOR SIU BOATMEN SAN DIEGO BY SEA, VIA SIU TOURBOATS SAN DIEGO BY SEA, VIA SIU TOURBOATS TOWBOAT OPERATOR COURSE PROVIDES INDUSTRY WITH FULLY TRAINED VESSEL OPERATORS DIESEL ENGINE SCHOLARSHIP IS OFFERED BY SIU AND TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE ‘OUR EMPHASIS TO TAILOR A PROGRAM TO MEET THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF EACH SIU MEMBER’ CHARLIE LOGAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR SEAFARERS ‘EDUCATION IS THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR STRENGTH AND KNOWLEDGE OR OUR UNION’S HISTORY IS BASIC’ U.S. UNEMPLOYMENT RATE STAYS AT 9.8% IN AUGUST SIU SEEKS TAX EQUITY FOR CONVENTIONS AT SEA Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/01/1982 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 44, No. 9 1982 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/ccaa7710e8cfe78124e350c81640f9d3.PDF b626a11b671387bbad77347b5da36ce0 PDF Text Text : j:..,..v«- ------ •; . .- -••.•• • - •- •< ,* — .j^^-.-,-./v-._v;;....^- .-;• _- ' .' LIBRARY M/V Falcon Champion Is Launched NOV 3 01983 A Time to Rejoice And a Time to 40.) •'I J*., 0IBdtiPiM«thm.ltl»S«tf««l.««««l»«UH-l«..Afl-«l.,6.a^L.I«.--d •-•«.« Wl»»D«H».AFVCIO V.L 4S "••» 8.p«-« >••» Lets Set the Record Straiaht on the Cunard Issue Why the SlU Supports Bill to Re-Flag Ships U.S. Jobs, U.S. Shipyard Work U.S. Taxes and U.S. Defense House Committee Votes 19-7 To OK Cunard Re-flag Bill SIU Hails Victory As Win For Jobs and Job Security By an overwhelming 2-1 margin, the House Merchant Marine to Florida, a blatant attempt to subcommittee on Sept. 14 approved a bill that would allow the reFor decades the SIU has circumvent the intent of the flagging of the Cunard Pnncess and Countess under the American fought in Congress and through Jones Act. That case is now on the courts to protect the Jones flas. appeal. The 19-7 vote to ^ant domestic trading privileges to the shi^ Act. At the same time the SIU was preceded by an impassioned verbal attack on some of tee bffl's Wherever there have been at­ has battled wherever possible opponents by subcommittee chairman Rep. Mario Biaggi (D-N.Y.). tacks on the Jones Act, the SIU to keep American sailors work­ "The behind the scenes infighting in the maritime groups clouded has been there to protect the ing and the U.S. maritime in­ this issue... . It was the old attitude of ;if I can't have it, I don t interests of American seamen. dustry afloat. want anyoni else to have it.'," Biaggi said. That is exactly why the SIU "The ^IU would never sup­ He alsocalled several of flie biU's oppmients "hypocritical «id supports the re-flag^ttg Pf the port a breach of the Jones Actsaid "we might as well pack up the shop and go home," if s^ments two Cunard Lines passenger But we must realize that no new of the maritime industry continue the "destructive" infigh^. _ ships into U.S. coastwise trade. passenger ship has been built in The bill is now scheduled for a fuU committee hearmg Sept. 22 It makes sense. And passage of America or operated for the befbre the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. H.R. 2883 will make it possible. American domestic trade in 30 Yet this logical and relatively years . . . Nowhere can we find More than 1,000 maritime foreign ships would now go to simple boost to the American American crews and operators; any meaningful evid^ce that jobs would be created; merchant marine has been A ripple effect of shoreside the approval of domestic trading More than $10 million in drawing fire, not from foreignpriveleges for the two ships in refurbishing the two ships would jobs in seaport hotels, tourist, flag competitors, but from some question (the Cunard Princess go to U.S. yards before they transportation, longshore and of the very same organizations other industries would be cre­ and Cunard Countess) will be could set sail; whose existence depends on a anything but helpful to Ameri­ More than $5 million a ye^ ated; The two ships would bol­ healthy U.S.-flag fleet. can marine workers," Drozak on each of the two ships in "It is the SIU policy in de­ ster a very slim U.S. defense rep^airs and maintenance will be said. termining its position on the spent each year, and all work troop-carrying and hospital ship Here are some facts on what issues to evaluate the effect of capability if ever needed. must be done in U.S. yards; re-flagging would mean for the the proposal oh the industry as "Let no one misconstrue this Millions of the $4.5 billion U.S. fleet and the nation's econ­ a whole," SIU President Frank Americans spend each year on legislation as the first step in the omy. annihilation of the philosophy Drozak said. That is why over the years underlying the Jones Act," Rep. the Union has always been a Mario Biaggi (D-N.Y.) and leading voice and proponent for chairman of the House Mer­ chant Marine subcommittee said. the U.S. fleet. In 1982, the SIU Several of the opponents of was the only voice heard when the bill, H.R. 2883, including foreign-flag incinerator ships began operating in American several maritime unions one would expect to support a shottrades. The Union took it to in-the-arm to the maritime in­ court. dustry, have claimed the reMore recently, when a Swed­ flagging would gut the Jones Act ish company began an obvious and harm U.S. shipyards. breach of the Jones Act, the "The record of the SIU is Union took them to court. Scan­ House Merchant Marine subcommittee members discuss the Cunard clear and strong in opposing any dinavian World Cruises offered bill before voting 19-7 to allow the twoDassenger ships to re-fteg_ In provision which would jeopard­ to sail passengers and their cars foreground is Rep. John Breaux (D-La.): in the sfcond row Rep. Don ize the sanctity of the Jones Act. from New York to the Bahamas, Bonker (D-Wash.), 2nd left, and Rep. Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.), com (Continued on Page 40.) and then transfer them to an­ mittee chairman, is at far left. other ship for the voyage back -•r; I ; & �Drozak Explains Maritime Labor to Hill Group Maritime issues are usually understood by a relatively small group of people involved in mar­ itime labor and industry and by the handful of government of­ ficials and Congressional representatives who deal with mar­ itime on a regular basis. The vast majority of people in and out of government do not know about the issues. SIU President Frank Drozak recently made the effort to bring maritime's story to a wider group. Appearing before the Congressional Labor Roundtable he had the chance to explain maritime labor issues to a group of congressional representa­ tives, staffers, government of­ ficials and others who may make important decisions on the in­ Frank Drozak dustry, but don't always have the time to become experts. The U.S.-flag private active Following are excerpts from fleet has dropped well below 500 his presentation. ships for the first time since our nation became a world power. First of all, we need to define The number of men working on exactly what a labor issue is. In those ships has dropped from the labor community, we con­ 185,000 in 1946 to just over sider every issue important to 36,000 in 1970—^and was down the working men and women of to 16,000 as of last January. America a labor issue. That can That's a decline in U.S. ship­ include a whole laundry list of board jobs of 85 percent. issues not usually thought of as The long-term decline in the labor issues—including civil U.S.-flag fleet—^and the match­ rights and energy conservation, ing drop in employment—has national defense, and consumer occurred for a number of rea­ issues, such as the need to keep sons, but One of the most im­ Alaska oil for domestic con­ portant is the lack of support sumption. given the merchant marine by During better economic times, the federal government. we have the luxury of focusing That support is becoming more on^many different labor issues— critical every day—as many but during difficult times like other nations around the globe we're in today, we can have increase their support for their only one focus and that is jobs. own fleets. Thirty-five countries There is no more important have some form of commercial issue today for the American cargo preference—and many Labor Movement than the urgent more require government cargo need to protect existing jobs and to move on their ships. These to provide millions of new jobs actions guarantee cargo for their for the unemployed and under­ ships^—and jobs for shipboard employed in our nation. and shoreside workers. LOG At the same time that other countries' fleets are being helped by their governments—our gov­ ernment is abandoning its sup­ port of our fleet in favor of a free market competitive ap­ proach. We could compete if every other nation was playing by the same free market rules. But they're not—in fact, we seem to be the only nation that is not playing by the current international shipping rules—^and our fleet is suffering for it. "There is no more important issue today for the American Labor Movement than the urgent need to protect jobs." All the maritime labor com­ munity is suggesting is that the federal government give the U.S.-flag fleet as much support as other nations give their fleets. We want to compete with other nations on an equal basis—but we can't if we have lo start the race one lap behind them— handicapped by our own gov­ ernment—instead of everyone having the same starting line. This is why two pieces of legislation now being consid­ ered are so important. One in­ volves legislation to preserve Alaska oil for consumption by American citizens. Keeping this vital domestic energy source at home will preserve many thou­ sands of existing American jobs in heavy manufacturing indus­ tries, pipeline industries, mari­ time industries, and dozens of other supporting industries. At the same time, keeping Alaska oil will improve U.S. energy security and conserve shipping assets for the national defense. Moreover, keeping Alaska oil will preserve American jobs in the auto, steel, agricultural and other industries because it will force the U.S. and Japanese governments to focus on Ja- iWarietta lena Hoi Homwonpour Associate Editor New York Ray Bourdiun Max Hall Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Washington New York Mike Hall Associate Editor until 20 percent is reached. Passage of this bill would mean the revitalization of America's maritime industry—and thou­ sands of jobs for maritime work­ ers and workers in allied indus­ tries. Labor is not the only com­ ponent of the maritime industry supporting H.R. 1242. We have the strong support of maritime corporations and management associations on this issue, which is no surprise. The three sides of the maritime triangle—^labor, management and government—^ have been working together for many years—with each side of the triangle pulling its weight. It's only the government side of the partnership that has recently let us down. Management is willing to do its part to make our fleet more competitive. Maritime labor has also been doing its part to make the U.S.flag fleet more competitive. Contrary to what you may have heard—crew costs on U.S.-flag vessels are not the major factor in making our shipping costs more expensive than those of foreign nations. According to the Maritime Administration, (Continued on Page 4.) Mical Publication of ibe Seafarers International Union of Norfh America, Abantic, Gull, Lakes and Inland Waters District AFL-CIO S«|)teflib«r 1983 Vol. 45, No,9 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Joe DIGiorglo Secretary-Treasurer Angus'"Red" Campbell Charles Svenson Editor pan's unfair trading practices rather than on Alaska oil as a "quick fix" to the U.S.-Japan trade imbalance. Another legislative priority is passage of H.R. 1242 and S. 1000, the Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983. This legislation—as I hope most of you know—would reserve 5 percent of all commercial bulk exports for U.S.-flag vessels in its first year. That amount would increase 1 percent each year Wee President Joe Sacco Wee President Ed Turner Executive Vice President Mike Sacco Wee President Leon Hall Vice President George McCartney ^ Vice President Washington Deborah Greene Lynnette Marahan Assistant Editor Assistant ELitor Washington Washington Lakes and Inland Waters Distrii:? AIL C?Q wmInternational Union, Atlantic, Gulf, 0675. Second-clasTKe /t M Md- 20746, Tel. 899mailing offices POSTOAsfpR^ <;2nH u Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional Md. 20746 Send address cftanges to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, 2 / LOG / September 1983 �!?:•, '"l • I.'--'^' r '• -Vl -.-t' ' y. • •'"•• Recess Stows Action Boggs, Trible Bills Wait For Congress to Return By MIKE HALL The path of any major piece of legislation is a slow and some­ times treacherous one, with possible ambushes around each bend. The Boggs Bulk Bill is slowly making its way through the House and Senate. The bill, H.R. 1242 with 147 co-sponsors, was introduced in February. Since then the House Merchant Marine subcommittee has held two days of hearings in May with SIU Resident Frank Drozak leading the pro-bill wit­ nesses, and a mark-up session in late June. It is now waiting for full House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee hear­ ings, expected sometime this fall. On the Senate side, the com­ panion version, S-1000, was in­ troduced by Sen. Paul Trible (R-Va.) last spring. It has been replaced by S-1624 which main­ tains most of the provisions of the original House and Senate bills but also includes a second section of tax breaks and finance policies for shippers and ship­ builders. Hearings on the bill are set for the end of September, with the SIU testifying. Legislative action in Wash­ ington virtually halts from the end of July to after Labor Day, at least on the floors of both houses. However the effort to keep up the momentum does not stop. Lobbyists continue to meet with Senate and congres­ sional aides, research contin­ ues, and efforts to bring the issue to the public's attention and sway administration opin­ ion go on. One of the major points of the Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983 is the national defense aspect. Even opponents of the bill agree that the nation's mer­ chant fleet would have a difficult time fulfilling its role as the Fourth Arm of Defense in any national emergency. There are just not enough ships to trans­ port troops and equipment to very many of the world's hotspots should the need arise. The Boggs bill would rebuild that vital portion of the fleet with ships from tankers to bulkers to RO/ROS. The administration wants to build the U.S. merchant fleet lock, stock and barrel in foreign shipyards, eliminate subsidies and allow foreign investment and control of the fleet (see August 1983 LOG). "It would be difficult to de­ fend this country or any of our allies without the capacity to move troops and supplies. It is vital . . . that we preserve our shipbuilding industrial base here in this country," Rep. Majorie Holt (R-Md.) wrote to Secretary of Transportation Elizabeth Dole recently. Holt, a Boggs bill co-sponsor, cited the "steady decline" of America's merchant fleet. She also slammed the administration for expecting the Navy's buildup to provide enough work to keep the nation's 27-yard shipbuild­ ing base in operation. "There are no new orders for merchant vessels in America's remaining 27 yards. How is this proposed policy [build foreign] going to affect that pitifully small number of yards? It is estimated that 30,000 jobs will be lost. Where will these trained people be if we need them in a sudden emergency?" Holt asked. She also noted that if there were an emergency, the yards would be laying idle after years of neglect and it would be im­ possible to gear them up in a short period of time. Some people have suggested that American owned foreignflag ships could be pressed into service if the need arose. Holt disagreed. "I have observed some of these ships at anchor in the roads off Annapolis, Md. Some of my constituents seivice these vessels. I am told that most of these ships are in terrible con­ dition, with crews that are poorly-paid foreigners who do not speak English. Their ma­ chinery is falling apart. Are they the kind of vessels we want to carry our essential cargoes?" she asked. Holt pointed to the lack of a comprehensive national ship­ ping policy as one of the culprits in the decline of the fleet. "We should aim for a mod­ ernized and efficient merchant fleet, buUt in U.S. yards with U.S. labor," she said. In a letter to The Washington Times, a former high-ranking naval officer wsis even more blunt in his assessment of the fleet and its needs. "Today the merchant marine is virtually non-existent. ... A fact of life is that even if the U.S. were to begin an emer­ gency shipbuilding program to­ day, we would not 'have the merchant ships necessary to sustain the Army, Navy and Air Force in major combat opera­ tions overseas for at least 10 (Continued on Pi^e 5.) America's Shipyards will They Boom Again Will American shipyards boom again, providing employment and ships the nation needs, or will they lie idle as shipyard work is sent overseas and the nation's defense suffers? The Boggs bill would keep the yards open. Or Bust? September 1983/LOG/3 PPf! 'L 4• m J �'fe-. V 5. . .« -i - s:.. v - -"'I;' t: •' . .,f' F H '. "p"-' '-J- /Vas/ca Oil Export Vote A/ears . * r • j n Jobs, Defense and Consumets Depend on Ban This is a Fight £^3t€HE HHr£'S„'r. TO Protect Jobs of U.S. WorKerS ^» The fate of Alaskan oil and the future of thousands of mari­ time jobs will be decided by the end of September when both houses of Congress vote on whether or not the export of Alaskan oil will be allowed. Currently the Export Admin­ istration Act forbids the export of the oil except under certain narrowly defined conditions, but the Act expires Sept, 30. In the House a bipartisan group of representatives has co-spon­ sored the Wolpe-McKinney bill which would extend the ban for four more years. In the Senate the restrictions would be main­ tained for an additional six years under their version of the Ex­ port Administration Act. The SIU joined with about two dozen other consumer and labor organizations last winter in an attempt to coordinate the fight to keep the oil within the United States. That group, the Coalition to Keep Alaskan Oil, lobbied senators and represen­ tatives, helped prepare studies showing the negative impact of exporting the oil and conducted an educational campaign aimed at consumers and newspapers around the country. About 50 SlU-contracted ships are involved in the Alaskan oil trade, which means almost 1,000 SIU jobs. In addition, thou­ sands of shoreside jobs are de­ pendent on the trade from Alaska to California to the Gulf Coast. If the oil were exported, most of the tankers in the trade would end up in the scrapyards be­ cause even if some of the oil were required to be transported on American-flag ships, the massive VLCCs would be used. That would reduce the number of ships needed, and the shorter routes to Japan would mean fewer days worked. Those smaller Alaskan trade tankers are the size of ships the U.S. military could call on in an emergency. Studies show that the cost of the North Slope oil runs about $4 a barrel less than most im­ ported crude oil. It is also a stable, American-controlled 4 / LOG / September 1983 ^ Q^Q^J Friend Sen. America and America's mari­ time industry have lost one of their ardent champions with the sudden death of the Honorable Henry "Scoop" Jackson (DWash.) on Sept. 1, 1983 in Ev­ erett, Wash. Jackson, 71, died of a burst blood vessel at his home in Washington. Elected to the United States House of Repre­ sentatives in 1940, he served in the House until the end of the 82nd Congress. He was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1952 and won each succeeding election through 1982. Sen. Sam Nunn, Scoop's Democratic colleague from Georgia, said, "Jackson truly was a giant in the Senate." Sen. Jackson was consist­ ently wary of the Soviet Union throughout his four decades Of service to this country. As the ranking Democrat on the Senate Jackson Dead at 71 Sen. Henry Jackson Armed Services Committee, he also favored an expansive American defense posture to counter Soviet aggression. Al­ though he was strong on de­ fense, the senator "was willing to take on the Pentagon when he thought it was wrong," said Nunn. Jackson was an ally and friend to organized labor and voted for social welfare programs and civil rights legislation. In its tribute to Jackson, Time Magazine reported, "Henry Jackson was not simply a power wielder; he had a stubborn wis­ dom of America well armed and its people well cared for." Twice, in 1972 and 1976, Jackson cast his hat into the presidential ring to fulfill his goal set in the third grade: he admit­ ted he wanted Warren G. Hard­ ing's job. Jackson was pragmatic and realistic and showed great equality with both the "guns" issues as well as the "butter" issues. Of himself. Senator Jackson once said during his quest for the presidency in 1976, "Others may seek to make America great again, I seek to make America good again." SIU shall miss this truly great man. Senator Scoop Jackson. Drozak Explains Maritime Labor to Hill Group more working experience on (Continued From Page 2.) crew costs in 1981 were only those ships, and a more expe­ 11.3 percent of the yearly ex­ rienced crew will be able to run penses—excluding fuel—of a a ship more efficiently. new 120,000 DWT dry bulk ves­ We can see the results of sel. these cost reductions today with Those 1981 figures will be the launchings of the Jade Phoe­ even lower in the coming years. nix and the Golden Phoenix. In my opinion, we are doing Both of these new coal-powered more than our fair share to re­ dry-bulk vessels recently quoted duce operating costs—and in­ freight rates less than half those crease labor productivity. From of previous U.S.-flag vessels— 1946 to 1976-the tons carried rates that are very competitive per man on U.S.-flag vessels with foreign-flag vessels of other increased 200 percent. During industrialized nations. With these that same period—the tanker crew cost reductions—and the deadweight tonnage per man new, more efficient ships that went up 3,472 percent. More would be built because of H.R. recently—we have put together 1242—we would have a growing a new bulk contract—with the competitive fleet—and growth Marine Engineers Beneficial means more jobs for our mem­ Association, District 2—that will bers, and jobs nppling down cut manning costs by 21.1 per­ through the economy for every­ cent. We are also experimenting one. with a three-crew, two-ship These cost reductions also concept that rotates three crews instead of four between two mean that H.R.I 242 would have ships. This will mean a futher a minimal impact on the price reduction in manning costs. It of our exports and imports. An will also give those seafarers economic analysis of the meas­ ure found that moving 20 per­ cent of these goods on U.S.-flag vessels would add less than 1 percent to the landed price of petroleum products and grain— and less than 2 percent to the landed price of coal. That's not much when you consider how much prices on overseas mar­ kets can fluctuate. Grain prices, for instance, can go up and down more than 25 percent in a single year. With that kind of move­ ment, any small increase in shipping costs would have little price impact. There are other labor issues that we in maritime are very concerned about—safety in the workplace, a fair wage for a day's work, adequate health and insurance benefits—but all of these concerns are secondary to providing a decent job for every American. That is our primary concern—and we will be sup­ porting numerous pieces of leg­ islation in Congress to provide those jobs and get our nation moving again. �U.S. Is an Island Nation Without a Fieet—Boggs Bulk Bill Would Narrow U.S./U.S.S.R. Ship Gap 2000. It would create 29,000 By Max Hall Congresswoman Lindy Boggs seafaring and shipbuilding jobs, (D-La.), who introduced the far- and 84,000 jobs in related sho­ sighted Competitive Shipping reside industries in virtually ev­ and Shipbuilding Act of 1983, ery state in the Union. In her speech, Boggs was par­ spoke at the New York Propel­ ler Club on Aug. 10 to drum up ticularly critical of the Reagan support for the legislation. The administration's shipbuilding bill seeks to reverse the long program. The Reagan adminis­ standing decline of the Ameri­ tration has abolished the Con­ can-flag merchant marine by struction Differential Subsidy stimulating activity in the bulk program on the grounds that the projected increase in naval con­ Lindy Boggs poses with Jack Caffey, letl, special assistant to the SiU liner trade. The bill, which is numbered struction will be enough to se­ president, and Jerome E, Joseph, vice-president. District 2- MEBA. H.R. 1242, would set aside 5 cure a minimum shipbuilding tonnage to their national mer­ Among other benefits, the base. percent of all bulk commodities chant marine in 1982 than any Boggs Bulk Bill would stimulate According to Boggs, "There for U.S.-flag ships within one production of the nation's coal other nation." simply is not enough Navy work year of enactment. The figure Boggs noted that the Ameri­ industry. Development of that would be increased 1 percent a to maintain the 27 shipyards the can-flag merchant marine now industry has been hindered by year until 20 percent of all such Navy itself says we must have depends upon the PL 480 pro­ poor port facilities and inade­ cargo is carried on American- in the shipyard mobilization base. gram for its survival. Boggs feels quately sized carriers. Only 14 of the 27 shipyards will In summing Up, Boggs said, flag vessels. that shouldn't be so. She noted benefit from the Navy's buildup. According to Boggs, the "The Competitive Shipping and United States has declined from Shipbuilding Act is a carefully The rapid growth of the Soviet merchant marine has its position as world leader in measure. It is a realistic created a serious problem for this nation's military plan­ crafted shipping and shipbuilding to approach to the revitalization of ners ... ^ reach a point where, except for our merchant marine. It will passage of H.R. 1242 or some that in itself, the PL 480 is create a number of shipyards and 80 percent of that work is similar measure, neither indus­ insufficient to secure a strong and seagping jobs. It will en­ being done in an even smaller try can fulfill the policy objec­ American-flag merchant ma­ hance security by stabilizing the number of yards." shipyard base and providing a tives set forth for them in mar­ "These yards need steady rine. It should be continued, of modern, reliable naval auxil­ itime law. course, but it should be aug­ This loss has become partic­ commercial shipbuilding work mented with a strong national iary. "Without enactment of this ularly harmful because the so they can afford to modernize policy. and upgrade their facilities to a United States has become what the United States has declined from its position as Boggs calls "an island na­ level competitive with other shipbuilding nations. Should a world leader in shipping and shipbuilding to a point tion"—one that must import 68 current trends continue, it is where neither industry can fulfill the policy set forth in of 71 raw materials that the Department of Defense calls clear that commercial work for maritime law these yards will not be forth­ critical to maintain our indus­ H.R. 1242 would be that strong legislation, commercial ship coming, particularly if the trial security. national policy, she said. It would construction in the United States administration continues to sup­ Several months ago, the Rea­ give U.S. operators "a large, will continue to decline as will port programs to encourage for­ gan administration came out predictable market allowing them our bulk cargo fleiet. The atteneign construction of ships for against passage of the bill. De­ to plan effectively and institute dent effects of such a decline the American merchant marine spite that development, the bill cost-saving measures such as would be detrimental to our na­ and to oppose existing or pro­ has continued to pick up sup­ long-term chartering and ar­ tional defense and to our indus­ posed programs to stimulate port. It now has 146 co-spon­ trial economy." ranging backhaul cargoes." commercial construction in do­ sors. Senator Paul Trible (Rmestic yards." Va.) has introduced a similar While the Boggs bill would bill in the Senate. bring about sizeable domestic attack before they are annihi­ Supporters of the Boggs Bulk (Continiied from Page 3.) benefits, its ntoin importance, Bill contend that the legislation years," said Adm. George Miller lated or herded into cattle cars according to Boggs, would be for the ride to Siberia. ... We would create and sustain pro­ (USN ret.). in the way that it would ductive shipboard and shoreside Miller pointed out that the cannot and must not repeat the strengthen this nation's defense employment, add substantially 1936 Merchant Marine Act says blunder of pre-World war II rapid growth of capability. The to U.S. military sealift capabil­ the fleet must be maintained for when we sent an army to the the Soviet merchant marine and ity, strengthen the U.S. ship­ both commercial and milita^ Philippines only to watch help­ the corresponding decline of the building and defense mobiliza­ use. He also says that in its lessly as its survivors suffered American maritime industry has tion base, and guarantee the current state the fleet cannot a living death in the Bataan created a serious problem for United States safe and reliable support U.S. military opera­ death march," Miller said. this nation's military planners. transport of its strategic raw "Strangely enough," Boggs tions overseas. He called on the administra­ materials, most of which are "Without a stong and effec­ said, "I think that some of our imported. tive merchant marine there is tion's defense planners to pay competitors are trying to tell us The Competitive Shipping and no way the U.S. ,^med Forces more attention to the logistical something about the future of Shipbuilding Act would gener­ can support the Americans now needs, along with their new our American merchant marine. weapons planning. ate the construction of an esti­ The Soviets added more overseas in the event of a major mated 268 vessels by the year sr % Boggs Bill Awaits Action -ri I ' • September 1983/LOG/5 P, \ I �By LYNNETTE MARSHALL s,"HSr"="^ oZrZftS""'' ••it" •S W-. c2lns''T:^^*''®^^^"^'cas of Hurricane Alicia Juard ship rushed gencvnnu, storm-rf^iofes^ fire gency power. 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"'®''® ®°®' 'be local ^.ommumty more than $4.6 mil- �Drozak Urges New U.S.-USSR Maritime Pact If SIU efforts are successful. Seafarers may be calling on So­ viet ports with huge grain car­ goes. The U.S. and U.S.S.R. recently agreed to a five-year grain deal which would allow the Soviets to buy as much as 18 million tons of American grain a year. But while U.S. negotiators hammered out the deal, they made no mention of a joint mar­ itime agreement which had been part of the package of previous grain agreements between the two countries. In the past both countries reserved one-third of the cargo for themselves with the remaining going to other carriers. SIU President Frank Drozak has urged key administration figures to begin talks which would lead to a maritime sharing agreement. "The [grain] accord will be beneficial to the U.S. agricul­ tural community as it will help restore America's share of the grain market lost during the grain embafgo of 1981. . . . It is now imperative that the U.S. com­ mence negotiations with the So­ viet Union on a new maritime agreement," Drozak wrote to Secretary of State George P. Shultz. He said that current condi­ tions have forced many Seafar­ ers out of their jobs and such an agreement could bring SIU ships out of layup to carry the grain. "Where the Soviet fleet is concerned," Drozak wrote, "a maritime agreement is more im­ portant than ever because of the Soviets' increasing ability to dictate shipping policy and to destabilize commercial shipping through the use of predatory pricing." Joining Drozak in the call for a new maritime deal were key members of the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Committee Chair­ man Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.) and Reps. Mario Biaggi (DN.Y.), Edwin Forsythe (R-N.J.) and Gene Synder (R-Ky.) said the grain agreement should be accompanied by a maritime agreement. While they noted a State De­ partment response which said bilateral trade agreements with the Soviets partially hinge on that country's activities in Po­ land and Afghanistan, ". . .the completed grain agreement places the suspended maritime talks in a completely different light. "The long term security in­ terests of the United States are tied to a merchant fleet which can augment our defense forces. A significant element in devel­ oping and maintaining this fleet is in the carriage of cargo. Fur­ thermore 'the showing of the flag' in Soviet ports . . . would constitute a positive and signif­ icant signal to the U.S.S.R. and to the rest of the world that the United States as a trading nation is capable of providing a total service including the transpor­ tation of those goods and serv­ ices we wish to export," they wrote. The administration has not announced its intentions. Promoting Jobs for American Workers Seekinp World-Wide Manning Levels SIU Hosts ITF Seafarers Seafarers from around the The three-day meeting, hosted world gathered at SHLSS re­ cently to set up minimum world­ wide manning levels for the In­ ternational Transport Workers Federation, Seafarers Section. SIU President Frank Drozak and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer John Fay participated |n a presentation for the ITF delegation. by SIU President Frank Dro­ zak, was designed as part of the ITF's efforts to continue the struggle to achieve sufficient and adequately trained crews on­ board all ships. Along with Drozak, SIU Vice President Ed Turner and Rich­ ard T. Thomasson of the SIU of Canada joined in the discus­ sions with the representatives from labor unions in Argentina, Finland, the United Kingdom, Germany, India, Trinidad, Ghana, Norway, Sweden and Denmark. The ITF will vote on the rec­ ommendations at its convention next month. Don Nolan (left), SHLSS food service director, and Frank Mongelll (2nd left), SHLSS vice president, show members of the ITF some of the produce raised and then used In the school's cafeteria. Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-Mass.) and SIU President Frank Drozak met during the AFL-CIO's Executive Board meeting In Baltimore last month where a national industrial policy to protect and promote jobs and the economy was discussed. jden Yukon Saves 9 Spanish Fishermen At ()4(X) hours on Aug. 4 the sun had not yet parted the ho­ rizon. Hugging the coastline of Spain, the Ogden Yukon was one day past the rocky Straits of Gibraltar. Seas were a calm Mediterranean blue from the moment the crew pulled up an­ chor in port La Sldra, Tunisia, and everyone hoped the smooth sailing and cool breezes would last until the tanker reached Port N^derland, Texas. But The weather had turned nasty. Nine STpanish fishermen had little sleep that night. At 0400 hours Aug. 4, they were huddled in a small life raft, their clothing drenched, and the current push­ ing the raft further from land. The smell of gasoline hit their nostrils and rolling seas churned their empty stomachs. Every­ one was cold to the marrow. SIU seaman Mike Proveaux stood at the wheel of the Ogden Yukon that early morning. The calm weather had changed and the ship was heading through winds and stormy seas. Pro­ veaux sighted a red light off the port bow. AB watchman Claude Dick had noticed the same light earlier but in the blink of an eye it had disappeared. Superiors were alerted and the order immediately given to change course bearing down in the direction of the light. "At first, I thought it might be a sea-marking buoy," Pro­ veaux recalled. "We had received an S.O.S. cable over the teletype that a fishing ship had gone down but it was reported 200 miles out of our range." At 0420 hours a rescue at­ tempt was imminent. "There was no two ways about it," Proveaux said. The solitary raft, barely visible, was straight ahead. All hands were on deck. (Continued on Page 39.) September 1983/LOG/7 r'i �In its monttily series of intenriews and reports, "Profiles will highll^^ government officials Instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. . Congresswoman Claudine Schneider :» 8 / LOG / September 1983 / INCE HIS ELECTION to the U.S. House of Repre­ sentatives in the 96th Congress, Rep. Frank Guarini (D-N.J.) has. been one of the American mar­ itime industry's ardent support­ ers. The congressman led the fight for American cruise ships to receive tax deduction equal­ ity. In the 97th Congress, Guanm introduced H.R. 3191 amending the Internal Revenue Code al- . lowing a tax deduction for at­ tending conventions aboard U.S,-flag cruise ships operating in American ports. During the debate on the House floor, Guarini told his colleagues, "This is good tax legislation. It would really help an ailing industry and give ernployment to our Amer­ ican people. With the right kind of incentives we can give a re­ birth to our shipping fleet which was once a proud and vital part "FIRE IS THE ADVERSITY, OF S C ONGRESSWOMAN Clau­ dine Schneider (R-R.I.) dis­ tinguishes herself with many ''firsts''—youngest woman in the 98th Congress; first Republican since 1938 to represent the Sec­ ond Congressional District of Rhode Island; and the fipt woman ever to hold a major political office in Rhode Island. Extolled as one of the "rising stars" in Congress by Washingtonian Magazine, Rep. Schnei­ der was one of only two mem­ bers of her freshman class to shepherd a major legislative measure through the congres­ sional process to become a law of the United States. As a result of this and her other efforts in the 97th Congress, The Wall Street Journal called Schneider "one of the five most impressive members of her freshman congressional class." In the House of Representa­ tives, she serves on the Science and Technology Committee, the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, the Select Commit­ tee on Aging, and is the Treas­ urer of the Northeast-Midwest Coalition. In the 97th Congress, working with Rep. Schneider on her bill, H.R. 3464, SIU President Frank Drozak testified before the Armed Services Committee's Seapower subcommittee. H.R. 3464 simply prohibits the con­ struction of any naval vessel or any major hull or superstructure component in a foreign ship­ yard. Preceding Drozak's testi­ mony, Schneider told the mem­ bers of the committee ". . . It is basically contrary to our na­ tional security posture to build our warships in foreign yards. It ought to remain U.S. policy to build its ships at home and not to share plans and tech­ niques with other nations. The security problems inherent in a foreign yard are most serious. Clearances and physical secu­ rity alone would be a nightmare ' which we need not experience. The point of this bill is that any significant work should be per­ formed here, in this country. The bill serves as an important signal of reassurance to out Congressman Frank Guarini Rep. Claudine Schneider shipbuilding industry and its workers." One year following their tes­ timony, Schneider's bill, H.R. 3464, was signed into law by the president on Sept. 8, 1982. In the 98th Congress, Rep. Schneider is working to strengthen and rebuild our mer­ chant fleet. The congresswoman is a co-sponsor of H.R. 1197 which continues to prohibit the export of Alaskan oil to Japan. And, as a member of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, she monitors all legislative matters of the U.S. maritime industry. The congresswoman is also concerned about the advanced educational needs of today's technological society. Recently she cosponsored H.R. 1310 which provides immediate fund­ ing for science, mathematics and foreign language programs at the elementary, secondary and postsecohdary levels. In the de­ bate on the House floor, Schnei­ der urged her colleagues to sup­ port the bill by noting that "our need for a highly skilled tech­ nical workforce is reaching pro­ portions never before imagined. By the year 1990, some 180,000 jobs will become available in mathematics and physical sci­ ences, and 480,000 new posi­ tions will need to be filled in the computer field. This bill ad­ dresses with critical urgency the heavy education needs of our expanding technological soci­ ety." SIU is proud to work with Congresswoman Claudine Schneider in finding solutions to thwart the decline of America's merchant fleet and protect America's waters. Rep. Frank Guarini A sybcommittee. Presently in the 98th Con­ gress, Rep. Guarini is again worldng to promote America's maritime industry. The con­ gressman is a co-sponsor of the Boggs Bulk Bill, H.R. 1242, and a co-spojisor of H.R. 1197 to continue the prohibition of ex­ porting Alaskari oil. He is also working with SIU to assist the Navy in its proposed TAKX TEST OF GOLD; STRONG MEN." Senecca, Moral Essays On Provideni ti, 5. 9 of our economy. We must re­ build our fledgling fleet. It is very critical for national defense and it is important as well to be fair and not discriminate against our shipping industry which needs our help. By excluding conventions in our tax laws while including hotels, we are indeed discriminating." SIU's Frank Drozak testified before the Ways and Means Committee on the importance of this bill for the U.S.-flag cruise industry to attract convention business. Again, we achieved success, as H.R. 3191 was signed into law by the president and our cruise ships—Constitution, In­ dependence, Mississippi Queen and Delta Queen—now enjoy convention tax deduction sta­ tus. Representing New Jersey's Fourteenth Congressional Dis­ trict, Guarini was first elected to Congress in 1978 and re­ elected in 1980 and 1982. The congressman is a member of the prestigious House Ways and Means Committee where his subcommittee assignments in­ clude the Select Revenues sub­ committee and the Oversight lease-back program as well as legislatively securing jobs for America's tuna workers. Recently, the congressman introduced legislation providing $13 million to dredge Port Jer­ sey's access channel. Upon its introduction, Guarira smd, "The Port Jersey project wjll result in dredging the anchorage channel an additional 10 feet to a low water depth of 45 feet. A deeper access channel will mean that our ports will be able to handle larger shipping traffic that we are now losing to other East Coast ports. The long-run ben­ efits for Hudson County are enormous, not only in terms of the potential jobs involved but also in terms of the increased tax revenues healthy port activ­ ities will mean to Jersey City and Bayonne. It will give New Jersey a tremendous boost in its ability to attract heavier ship­ ping and expand international trade." The SIU, working with Con­ gressman Frank Guarini, will continue to fight to stem the decline of America's industrial base and protect the jobs and job security of American work­ ers. �Oar Mtmliers AtWuk. New Crowley Marine Pact Contains Many Improvements Members Gain In Wages, Dixie Carriers Beef Goes To NLRB Trial on Sept. 19 Fringe Benefits Dixie Carriers would like to increase in penalty or overtime Here are just a few of the gut Union seniority, force a pro­ rates, reject crew change pay, Picket Lines highlights of the new three-year bation period for newly hired gut sanitary work for health and Boatmen and Boatwomen, safety, give no sick leave and contract SIU Boatmen on the Are Strong eliminate the subcontracting reduce pensions "^n*^ hospitali­ East, West and Gulf Coasts and in Puerto Rico approved by a On all Fronts clause in the contract, give no zation. 336 to 66 vote on Aug. 10. The • • • • • • I The more than five-month long "unlawful bargaining tactics" strike waged by the SIU agmhst Dixie Carriers will pick up mo­ mentum on Sept. 19. That's when CARRIERS the beef goes to a court trial in < ON STRIKE the port of New Orleans before an NLRB administrative law judge on the alleged "uhfair la­ bor practices" charges leveled at the company. The trial previously had been set for July 5 but was postponed. If the NLRB judge rules in Led by SIU New Orleans Port Agent Pat Pillsworth and Patrolman Steve favor of the SIU, striking Boat­ Ruiz. SIU members picket in front of the Dixie office at the Harvey Ship men and Boatwomeh would get Canal in New Orleans. "preferential job rights.'' This means they would get their jobs back and receive back pay. Meanwhile, strike leader Union V.P. Joe Sacco, on the picket lines scenfe, declared that striking Dixie Carriers Boatmen and Boatwomen are carrying on the fight by hitting the bricks every day in Louisiana, Texas, Florida, Alabama and every other port where Dixie Carriers boats put in. It all began on May 31 as the New Orleans NLRB issued a massive complaint and notice of trial against Dixie Carriers, al­ leging widespread unfair labor practices committed by the company since February. The NLRB charged Dixie Carriers with unlawful bargain­ ing tactics in contract negotia­ tions with the SIU, the legal SIU picketers, led by New Orleans Port Agent Pat Pill^orth and SIU bargaining agent for the com­ Safety Director Bob Vahey, pose in front of the Dixie Reliance at the pany's fleet. Algiers Shipyard in New Orleans. Included in the charges were employee harassment and in­ SIU inks 3 Tampa Bay Pilots Co. Boats timidation by company super­ visors, spying on the Boatmen The SIU recently organized a new company, the Tampa Bay and Boatwomen engaged in Pilots Co. . , *u Union business, threatening to The new contract in effect June 29 covers the company s three fire any employee backing the pilot boats, the Manatee, Egmont and Tampa Bay Pilot as well SIU or its beef, and undercut­ as six captains and two relief captains. They run pilots to and ting and bypassing the SIU dur­ from ships and tugs out in the port of Tampa Bay, Fla. ing lawful collective bargaining. old contract expired on June 30. The Memo of Understanding signed by the Union and the company has wage increases and increases in Crowley contribu­ tions to the SIU Welfare and Pension Plans. Some of the highlights are: • 5-5-5 percent wage in­ creases for the Crowley Boat­ men in each of the next three years of the new contract; • Contributions by Crowley Marine to the SIU Welfare and Pensions Plans shall be in­ creased to maintain the high standard of medical benefits payments; • Employees on a 12-hour watch and employed working days in the Los Angeles-Long Beach, Calif, areas will apply $3.90 a day from their earnings to provide a credit of 1 and 1 Vi days for each day worked to give them a V/i days pension credit. • Any crewmember re­ stricted to his vessel by the company shall be compensated by the overtime rate; • Wages, overtime rates and work rules have been formu­ lated for docking masters. • For the employees working in Puerto Rico, they will have their Christmas bonus increased in each year of the new contract; • Survival suits shall be pro­ vided to crews on the Philadel­ phia to San Juan, P.R. run; and • All active oil barges must be provided with Microphor toilets or other comparable fa­ cilities within six months. SIU It's Your union Be Proud September 1983/LOG/9 4 I-;:: V J;' �On the Road to Morocco The Doris Moran (Moran Towing)—with a top-to-bottom SlU crew—was loading grain in New Orleans for her barge when this photo was snapped. The big tug has twin 4600 hp EMD diesels. She will haul a barge with 25,000 metric tons of wheat to Safi, Morocco, and will carry bunker fuel on'the barge for the 60-day trip. •ft, Seen here is the Doris Moran crew, from left: Walter Topance, mate; Jeff Penn, assistant engineer; SlU Patrolman Jim Hicks; Miles Heatt^ mate; Tom Baggett. able-seaman; SlU Port Agent Pat Pillsworth; Robert Wiggins, ordinary seaman; John Claudette, cook, and Joe Kadak, chief engineer. • '-'ij • '' SlU New Orleans Hall Toil-Free 1-800-325-2532 In Memoriam John Melvin Johnson Sr., 62, died when he fell off the Mobile (Ala.) State Docks on April 27. Brother Johnson joined the Union in 1947 in the port of Mobile sailing as an AB for Mobile Towing. He was born in Mobile and was a resident there. Burial was in the Magnolia Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving is a son, John Arvan M. Johnson Jr. III. Ludwig Mazur Sr., 61, suc­ cumbed to a cerebral hemor­ rhage in the Tampa (Fla.) Gen­ eral Hospital on Oct. 19, 19^." Brother Mazur joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1972 sailing as a cook for Mar­ iner Towing. He also sailed dur­ ing World War II. Boatman Ma­ zur was born in Burlington, N.J. and was a resident of Tampa. Cremation took place in the C.E. Prevatt Crematorium, Pinellas Park, Fla. Surviving are his widow, Marguerite; a son, Ludwig Jr.; a daughter, Helen Fuessell of Tampa and a brother, Matthew of Burlington. Pensioner Alexander McCoUough Sr., 82, passed away . from ateriosclerosis in the Gar­ den State Community Hospital in Gloucester County, N.J. on July 7. Brother McCollough sailed as a captain for the Ches­ ter, Pa.-Bridgeport, N.J. Fer­ ries. Boatman McCollough was a resident of Westmont, N.J. Surviving are a son, Alexander Jr. of Overland Park, Kan. and a daughter, Elizabeth Worthington of Wenonah, N.J. Pensioner Eugene W. Moore, 59, died on July 3. Brother Moore joined the Union in the port of Port Arthur, Texas in 1963 sail­ ing as a pilot and captain for Sabine Towing. He was bom in Nacogdoches, Texas and was a resident of Groves, Texas. Sur­ viving are his widow, Louise; two sons, John and Otis and two daughters, Sandra and Glo­ ria. Piensioner Robert B. Ricker Sr:, 65, died recently. Brother Ricker joined the Union in 1951 sailing as a chief engineer for the .s^ck Dixie t2arriers. He was b6ra in Washington, D.C. Surviving are his widow. Vera; three softs, Robert Jr., Thomas and James and a daughter, Vera. Pensioner Carroll Vincent Sadler, 67, passed away re­ cently. Brbther" Sadler joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1960 sailing as an AB for the Penn-Centfat Railroad in Little Creek, Va; fbom 1938 to 1980. He began sailing in 1936. Boat­ man Sadler, was bora in Ma­ thews, Va. Surviving are his widow, Wapdia and a son, Ronald. y Pensioner AiiSrew "And^" Lee Squires, 75, pa^ed away on Aug. 7. Brother Squire^ joined the Union ift the port of Norfolk in 1960 sailing as a 1st mate and captain for Gulf and Atlantic Towing and for Allied Towing from 1960 ,to 1973. Boatman Squires was born in Kelly, N.C. and was a resident of Atkinson, N.C. Surviving are his widow, Adelaide; two sons, Robert and Easion and a daughter, Marion. Pensioner Carmine Striffolino, 78, passed away in the St. Vincent's Medical Center, Staten Is., N.Y. on June 11. Brother Striffolino joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a deckhand for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O RR) from 1925 to 1970. He was born in Staten Is. and was a resident there. Surviving is his widow, Theresa. SlU 10/LOG/September 1983 It's Your Union �National Marine Pensioner Former National Marine tankerman Gu^Brea^^ check at the Seafarers Union s 3 ,0 enjoy the benefits of Piilsworth. Gus is one of ® QUS during this happy emoy iife. Gus inland Pensioners , Jamie Medford Daniels Sr., 63, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1957 sailing as a deckhand and ' mate for the C.G. Willis Co. to 1956 ^^959 and as a captain On the tug Ktior^to 1959 to 1983. Crowley Dedicates Building 1 1 -7 ripdication ceremonies were held for the On Thursday. proration and Crowley Towing and new Trailer Marine located on Big Lake Road in Lake Transportation ^ontpany buiid g terminal are (1. to r.) Charles, La. Standing at the entrai^M W tne^ ll^neX" S?U agent; and Crowiey President Tom Crowley. Leonard Charles Koenig, 56, joined the Union in the port ot New Orleans in 1956 sailing for the George Whiteman Towing Co in 1979. Brother Koenig is a resident of Gretna, La. Howard L. Giieson, 56, joined the Union in the port of f^obile. Brother Giieson is a resident ot Columbus, Ga. James Henry Sistare, 66^ joined the Union in the port of Brother Daniels is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War Charleston, S:C. in 1977 saving II He was born in Auroraas a chief engineer for the C-O, South Creek, N.C. and is a res­ n/Villis Co. in 1947 andfor Marine ident of Belhaven, N.C. Contracting and Towing Co. from 1961 to 1983. Brother Sistare Ernest Felix was a former member of Local ffabre, 62, joined 33. He also worked for the u.o. tbe Union in the Civilian Conservation Corps and Randy Collin, Crowley vice president. port of New Or- (CCC) from 1935 to 1937. Boat­ leans in 1953 man Sistare was born in Cl(^er, ^^ sailing as a chief S.C. and is a resident of Ravengineer for the , • Struck Dixie Car­ enal, S.C. Gus Joseph Breaud Jr., 57, riers. Brother Fabre was born in joined the Union in the port of Baratana, La. and is a resident New Orleans in 1966 sailing as of Harvey, La. a lead tankerman for National contract Negotiations on in Port«»« • fV>a «r*rt nf NorfolK < Marine Service from 19^^9/0 Norton Eu­ 1983. Brother Breaud sailed gene White Sr., aboard the MIV Houston Pump­ 65, joined the men. He was born in Reserve, Co. Union in thp port La. and is a resident of Norce, Nationai Marine Contract Taiks Start Up of Charleston in La. 1977 sailing as a New contract talks started up at National Marine Service in Colbert Anthony Theriot, 62, chief engineer on theTrt ^St. LoPi^ '"e middle of this month. joined the Union in the port ot III, the tug Mm. New Orleans in 1957 sailing as National TV Comes to the Rivers George Dewey of the Sparjsha chief engineer for Dixie Car­ American War 1^® ^ riers from 1971 to 1978 and as rK "Real People'' TV show in this port filmed tracting & Towing) from 1954 to a tankerman for the Coyle Lines 1982. Brother White wM a for­ from 1952 to mer member of Local 3^ " Theriot began sailing in 1948. was born In Awendaw, S.C. and He was born in Lockport, La. port at the same time. is a resident of Mt. Pleasant. and is a resident there. September 1983/LOG/II S.C. I % r ;^i Oc^arxtwiT:rLrnnh-n Wcel 'J:' - is J,III! II " '"^''"[1 �On The Rivers and In the Culf with SIU Lakes Luedtke Engineering Gets $3.5M Dredge Job .r;:-' ''>S% The Luedtke Engineering Co. was the low bidder on a $3.5 million dredging job at the Sandusky (Ohio) Harbor on Lake Erie. The starting date is Oct. 1. Two hydraulic dredges will be used to complete the job in approximately seven months. W On Sept. 15, Luedtke Engineering was in full operation hydrodredging the Toledo (Ohio) Harbor. -4r [•-"''' ' ' r." ^• W Also on Oct. 1, Luedtke Engineering will begin rebuilding the dock on South Manitou Is. in the middle of Northern Lake Michigan. Here are some of the oldtimers (I. to r.) who ^ organize Mobile Towing on the M/V Adm. Semmes (Crescent Towmg): Deckhand Bud Nelson, New Orleans Patrolman Nick Celona, Chief Engmews J.T. Malone and Steve Johnson of the M/V Fort Conde, Deckhand Tommy Ray Fillingil and Capt. Charles Tucker. -I f' At the Radcliff Materials Repair Yard in the port of Mobile are (I. to r.) James Foster, Odell Chestang, Roy Lofton, T.T. Maples, Henry Bryan, Donny Weaver. John Young and Pappy Ragan. SIU Rep Dave Heindel (right) poses for the birdie at the Yard with Jack Hammer (left) and Pappy Ragan. • - - ,r: ^v -• •f^v Taking a break from chippin' and paintin' is Deckhand Burt McCurdy of the M/V Scaup (Radcliff Mate­ rials). iMv ;•:» ;ti: New Orleans Rep Jim MoGee (left) stands by with the crew of the M/Y Jeanne (Crescent Towing). Coming out the pilot door is (ieft) Boat Operator Rocky Appleton (who's back on the job) as (I. to r.) Boat Operators Tom Callahan, Mike Demo and Ken Greene line up on deck. M/V Dixie Valour's Crew Cited in Rescue Takino time out for a photo on the M/V Mobile Bay (Crescent Towing) are (I. to r.) Deckhand Oren Dowd, Chief Engineer William Broadus and Capt. Joe Tucker. Boatmen and captains of the struck M/V Dixie Valour (Dixie Carriers) last month were given the top Ship Safety Achieve­ ment Award by the American Institute of Merchant Shipping (AIMS) and a green cross of safety pennant by the award cosponsor, the National Safety Council, for "superior seaman­ 12 / LOG / September 1983 h-. m. ship" for the rescue of an in­ jured man off an ice fioe in the Illinois River on Feb. 20. Receiving certificates of honor for their part in the rescue op­ eration were Capt. Bobby Monson of the Dixie Valour, Relief Capt. Max Merritt and Tankermen Douglas Roberts and William T. Cain. �I ' Area Vice Presiclents' Report Gulf Coast, by VP. Joe Sacco 'HERE WAS A tremendous response to Labor-Solidarity III Day in the Gulf area. The crowds were among the biggest I've ever seen here. People want an end to the antiworker, anti-union feelings that are so prevalent under the Reagan administration. A good example of these feelings can be seen in one of our own companies, Dixie Carriers, which the SIU struck on April 1. The — union-busting company that owns Dixie—Kirby Inc.—is getting a hard and determined fight from us. We're picketing, distributing leaflets, and holding demonstrations throughout the Gulf. o ir» Also we've been preparing for the trial set for Sept. 19 on the unfair labor charges we've filed against Dixie. The trial, under the auspices of the National Labor Relations Board, will be held in New Orleans. I'll let you know about its outcome in the next issue of the LOG Meanwhile we're all working hard to win the strike. As Houston Port Agent Gene Taylor said about Texas, "We're picketing m Freeport, Corpus Christi, Houston, Marathon, Texas City. Wherever we find a boat, we make it." * * * Out of the port of Jacksonville we have word that the SIUcontracted American Eagle (Pacific Gulf) was crewed up. This RO/ RO ship, which is about five years old, is on her way to Belgium for military exercises with our fleet. ^ ^ i In the port of Mobile, the Greater Mobile Port Mantime Council held its annual dinner-dance last month. The affair was beld in memory of the Council's past president, Dave Johnson, who died this summer in a car accident. The 34-year old Johnson was the southeast area representative of the United Food and Commercial Workers union. . , , f Also in Mobile, the litigation that is holding, up the release from ^ - • -6T.d'^ the shipyard of two contracted vessels is still pending. The ships are Apex's integrated tug barges, Philadelphia and Mobile. The pending lawsuit is between the company and Halter Marine Shipyard m Great Lakes & Western Rivers, by V.P. Mike Sacco AST MONTH I said I would let you know about the results of five government dredging jobs that were put up for bids. I'm happy to report that one of our top-to-bottom SlU-contracted companies. North American Trail­ ing, was the low bidder on two of the five jobs. One of the projects is in the Saginaw River, near Bay City, Mich. The other is in Point Mouille, Mich. The jobs will be completed by the end of the year. Other news from our inland members on the Great Lakes is that SlU-contracted Luedtke Engineering was the low bidder on a dock replacement job on Manitoulin Island, Mich. Another of Luedtke s jobs, however,—this one in Harrisville, Mich.—has been delayed due to environmental problems. It is now scheduled to start in the spring of 1984. •k "k 'k Concerning our deep draft vessels on the Lakes, the Bob-Lo excursion boats, which were recently taken over by AAA, packed in the crowds during the summer. The Ste. Claire and the Columbia finished their runs for this year on Labor Day. The company has another excursion boat on the Lakes. Called the Friendship, she carries a two-man crew and plies up and down the Detroit River for those who like to take a long lunch hour. She can carry over 100 passengers. Also, the short-lived strike by District 2 of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association against Kinsman has been settled. * » • The SlU-contracted Mississippi Queen will receive some television and radio publicity. The crew from the TV show Real People is scheduled to board her this month when she pulls into St. Louis. Also, a local radio station will broadcast a show from the lovely paddlewheeler. Concerning inland contracts on the rivers, there is a Sept. 14 date on a wage reopener clause in the National Marine contract. (Continued on Page 14.) West Coast, by V.P. George McCartney In New Orleans we hope to recrew the Benjamin Harris (Waterman) I WANT TO EXPRESS my sor­ row at the death of a very good friend of this Union, Henry "Scoop" Jackson, long-time U.S. senator from the state of Washing­ ton. He died suddenly this month of a massive heart attack. Senator Jackson had an excel­ lent maritime voting record and was a strong labor supporter. Our SIU representatives in Seattle at­ tended the funeral services. Scoop Jackson will be sorely missed and I want to extend my condolences Also in New Orleans, the renovations on the Union hall are coming along very well. With these renovations we'll be better able to service the members. East Coast, by V.P. Leon Hall N THE PORT of New York a contingent of Seafarers partici­ pated in the Labor-Solidarity III Day parade in Manhattan. They carried the SIU;s flag and banner and marched along with their brothers in District 2 of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. In New York more than 400,000 union people and labor supporters marched for jobs and economic freedom. All over the country Amencans held rallies and marches to demand i: ^^ - trr right^^to decent jobs and economic security. There were more than 150 Solidarity Day III events on Labor Day including a large car caravan demonstration in the metropolitan area of San Juan, ^Ju^nSosa, the SIU's port agent in Puerto Rico, reported that there were some 500 cars in the labor caravan including about 50 with SIU members. The Labor Day demonstrations m the past m San Juan were traditionally on foot. The organizers of this year s march wanted it to be different and so decided on the car caravan. sic . In other news along the East Coast, our SIU fishing representati^ves in Gloucester report that the frozen whiting coming from Argentina and Australia are badly hurting American fishermen. (Continued on Page 14.) to his family. * * * All along the West Coast, SIU members participated in LaborSolidarity III Day celebrations and demonstrations. In Los Angeles approximately 12,000 people, including over 100 Seafarers took part in a Labor Day rally at MacArthur Park. Our members provided the security at the rally. Also, about 40 members from our affiliated United Industrial Workers Union took part in the demonstration. The Maritime Port Council in Los Angeles provided transportation for members of Council affiliates. . .nnnn In Seattle, where we also provided the security, about 10,000 people attended a picnic and rally in Woodland Park. Here in San Francisco I attended a Labor Day communion breakfast where the main speaker was J.C. Turner, president of the Operating Engineers and a vice president of the AFL-CIO. He s also on the executive board of the Maritime Trades Department. Turner spoke about Reaganomics and the plight of American workers. •k 4^ 4^ In the port of San Francisco we crewed up the Santa Rosa which (Continued on Page 14.) September 1983/LOG/13 �SlU Launches Daig Prevention "With no business, ships of the U.S. merchant marine are disappearing off the high seas. Military spending alone cannot rescue the U.S. merchant fleet. It needs to be a major force in moving this country's com­ merce. It must be the Fourth Arm of Defense." Adm. Warren C. Hamm Interim Commander Military Sealift Command Ken Conklin, SHLSS commandant, accepts % etter o, oo„,^ Naval Air Station, for the schoors participation jn he p^rarn; Tracy Aumann, presentation are, from left: of educLn; Terry tiaSrs SSnd^ SHLSI counselor and dockside instructor. Computer Age Is Upon Us Vice President's Report (Continued from Page 13.) Great Lakes Report Also I'm glad to report that 59 SIU members employed by American Commercial Barge Line have been awarded back pay for the period Oct. 20 to Dec. 31, 1979. This was the decision of an arbitrator who said that ACBL failed to use the hiring hall as it was supposed to do. . n Several hundred thousand dollars in wages and fnnge benefits will be distributed to SIU members who were registered m Seafarers halls in 1979 and were not called to work by ACBL. The SIU continues to rack up legal victories against union-busting ACBL. Dixie Carriers should take heed. > li•,^1. •.f ft • West Coast Report was formerly the President Roosevelt. Delta bought the ship from American President Lines (APL). Another Delta purchase from APL is the former President Eisenhower, renamed the Santa Paula. We expect to crew her soon. One of our Sea-Land ships, the Developer, made the news here recently when a Chinese national sneaked aboard the vessel in Hong Kong and stowed away in the ventilation trunk. He got off in Oakland, Calif, where he was booked by U.S. authorities for entering the country illegally. ,. .• A The crewmembers collected money and clothing for him and according to newspaper reports, the crew said the man was seeking political asylum. As of LOG press time, the fate of the stowaway was still uncertain. . j Finally, up in Seattle, members of the SIU Pensioners Club and other Seiarers were taken to the Labor Day ballgame to see the Yankees play the Mariners. I'm afraid the home town team lost. \0 East Coast Report • * .'M i. si 14 / LOG / September 1983 Up' Hands-on experience with the computer is one of the reasons for the tremendous success rate of the SHLSS introduction to computer course. * From the port of Norfolk we have word from SIU Representative Mike Paladino that deep sea shipping is good. There were a number of payoffs there including one on the C5 Long Lines (Transoceanic Cable) which is now in layup in Wilmington, N.C. She 11 probably be there about a year. j • i In Baltimore the SIU and our affiliate, the United Industrial Workers, participated in the picket lines set up by the Communications Workers of America against Bell Telephone. That strike is now over. Finally, I want to congratulate former SIU Gloucester Port Agent Bob Stevens on his new job as port agent in Philadelphia. Best of luck. Bob. i' Recertified Steward Tom Maley works on an, inventory list as SHLSS i Instructor Roger Francisco looks on. ' ^ Also cutting into the profits of our fishermen are the fresh haddock fillets that Iceland sends in by air. The big problem with these imports is the low tariff that is placed upon the fish. The menhaden pogie boats that work out of Gloucester are doing very well. The fish, which are used for oil and fertilizer, have now come into Gloucester Harbor and the fishermen can be seen right from the Union hall. (A feature on one of these boats will appear in the next issue of the LOG.) Jt '•i/- For Higher Pay and Job Security upgrade your skills At SHLSS �• :.- •tJ-.f- • J. : Seafarers HARRY LUNDEBERQ SCHOOL -J OF SEAMANSHIP ' JJ^ Piney Point Maryland SlU Prepares Membership for Coming of Computer Age SHLSS Programs Updated Courses (See Photos on Page 14.) Computers are fast becoming a way of life, and the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS) is prepar­ ing our membership for the changes that are coming. Computers have changed tre­ mendously in the past 10 years. They have evolved from huge monsters requiring special rooms and highly-trained personnel to small table-top models that have more power than ever before and yet can be operated with only minimal trmning. In some cases, no computer experience is necessary at all. Literally thousands of computer prognuns covering almost every subject have been written. Many of these simply require the user to answer a few simple ques­ tions to solve complex problems of mathematics, record-keeping and education. Here at SHLSS, we are help­ ing to prepare SIU members for the computer age by offering three separate computer courses. The first is a two-hour basic introduction to computers. It is available to all upgraders and includes a lecture on the oper­ ation and benefits of computers as well as some time spent in "hands-on experience" at the keyboard. The main purpose of this course is to help the student become comfortable with a computer and recognize some of the benefits that will come about because of its use aboard ship. Jobs and Job security upgrade Your Job Skills The second computer offering at SHLSS is available to bosuns and recertified stewards. It also includes an introduction to com­ puter programming and allows the students more time to use the computer. In addition to these two classes, a three-credit hour col­ lege course, "Introduction to Shipboard Microcomputers," will be offered at SHLSS by Charles County Community College beginning next year. AD of these courses sire taught by SHLSS instructor Roger Francisco. In addition to teach­ ing the computer courses, Fran­ cisco also teaches math—a field that is closely Unked to com­ puters. ATTENTION SEAFARERS! SCHOLARSHIP/WORK PROGRAM — A KEY TO YOUR FUTURE The Scholarship/Work Program is another example of the S.I.U.'s deep belief that education Is the key to growth and strength as Individuals, as a union, and as an Industry. This program has been developed for eligible members who wish to return to PIney Point solely to work towards their Associate In Arts Degree through the Charles County Community College Program at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. S.I.U. members who need 12 credits or less to obtain their Associate In Arts Degree from Charles County Com­ munity College are eligible to apply for the Scholarship/Work Program. To apply or request more information on the SchoiarshipfWork Program, please complete this form and ^1it to the College Programs Office, Seafarers Harry Lundeberg SchooMrf S^an^hip, PineyJ>oint^MarylOT^ SCHOLARSHIP/WORK PROGRAM NAME DATE OF BIRTH (FIRST) (LAST) (MO. (MIDDLE) ADDRESS. / DAY / YEAR) (STREET) (ZIP CODE) (STATE) icrfYT DEEP SEA MEMBER • INLAND WATERS MEMBER • BOOK NUMBER TELEPHONE (AREA CODE) GREAT LAKES MEMBER • SENIORITY SOCIAL SECURITY PACIFIC MEMBER • ft DATES AVAILABLE FOR COURSES HOW LONG COULD YOU ATTEND COURSES ENDORSEMENT(S) OR LICENSE(S) NOW HELD HAVE YOU ATTENDED ANY SHLSS UPGRADING COURSES? • YES COURSE(S) TAKEN DNO <.F YES. FILL IN tELow) /•: •* k SIGNATURE DATE September 1983/LOG/IS li it �•:,.;-l •' .1: 'Cc- -i Upgrading Course July Through December 1983 M- : im ' Proarams Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry •25 n I f- i i'J; Following are the updated course schedules for July through December 1983 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Special Notice For convenience of the membership, the course schedule is separated into three categories; engine department courses; deck department courses; and steward department courses. The following courses have been postponed until the completion of the hew Upgrading and Training Center at SHLSS: The starting and completion dates for all courses are also listed Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll In the courses of their choice as early as possible. Although every effort will be made to help every member, classes will be limited in size so sign up ©arly. Ciass schedules may be changed to reflect membership 1) Towboat Operator Schoiarship 2) "A" Seniority 3) Steward Recertification 4) QMED—Any Rating M' M. Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Date Completion Date Automation October 24 November 21 November 17 December 16 Marine Electrical Maintenance August 29 October 21 Refrigeration Systems, Maintenance & Operations October 10 November 18 Welding November 21 December 16 Diesei—Regular September 12 October 7 Third Assistant Engineer September 5 November 11 Tankerman October 10 October 20 Course i'-v'ifi 11 • i,...:_ ^ 5) Fireman/Watertender, O"®'' 6) Abie _ 7) Welding-^CTOBEH 24th CLASS ONLY 8) Chief Steward Steward Upgrading Courses ^^SIU Field Representatives in all ports will assist members in preparing applications. . nnoo The following ciasses wiii be held through December 1983 as listed beiow: i-'»; 'i; Course Check-In/ Completion Date Length of Course Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook Towboat Cook Open-ended Open-ended Open-ended Open-ended 6 weeks 6 weeks 8 weeks 6 weeks •. ,'•7 • 'i-HSiini'itit -,4 It's Your Move ..; ^. 'tit Deck Upgrading Courses Course Mate/Master Freight &Towing Vessels Completion Date November 4 Make it in the Right Direction Quartermaster September 12 October 21 Third Mate September 12 November 18 Celestial Navigation July 18 November 7 November 21 August 12 December 2 December 16 Lifeboatman October 10 October 21 16/LOG/September 1983 V-W^^v. Check-In Date September 12 To crew U.S. Flag ships today, you have to keep up with world technology. Make your move toward good pay, excellent working conditions and a secure future. Enroll in the SHLSS Automation Course November 21 • �i&r •' SHLSS Launches Drug Education Program Aim Will Focus On Prevention Of Drug Abuse (See Photo on Page 14.) The SIU has long been aware of the drug abuse problem that is plaguing our nation. This problem has crept into all areas of society. The SIU started doing some­ thing about the problem when it set up an Alcoholic Rehabil­ itation Center in 1976. Research has shown that more and more people, usually from the younger generation, are showing up at rehabilitation centers with the combined problem of alcohol­ ism and drug abuse. Here at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship, we have adapted the U.S. Navy Program: "Alcohol/Drug Education—How to Educate." This program is the cornerstone of the Navy Alcohol Safety Ac­ tion Program (NASAP) which began to treat alcoholics and expanded to the Drug Abuse Safety Action Program for treat­ ing drug abuse in the late 1970s. The SHLSS sent two of its instructors to a one-week 40hour course on "How to Teach the Alcohol/Drug Education Program." Fay vanEsselstyn, SHLSS counselor and dockside instructor, and Terry Sharpe, social studies instructor, are both trained to teach the course. The first pilot program was monitored by Dee Hams, co­ ordinator for the Navy NASAP/ DASAP program. She guided our instructors in procedures and techniques, made sugges­ tions and supervised the first pilot program. Her help made it easier to adapt the program into our curriculum. The 20-hour course is re­ quired for all trainees and is taught during the dockside class for one hour a day. The main thrust of the Drug Abuse Edu­ cation and Prevention program is to help students gain a new insight and awareness of their values toward drug and alcohol use. Gathered in an informal set­ ting, the students are encour­ aged to speak freely and ask questions that are often an­ swered by their fellow students. The instructor guides the dis­ cussions and makes the distinc­ tion between myths and facts concerning alcohol and drugs. The course examines the ef­ fects of drugs on the human body, state and local laws con­ cerning drugs, consequences of being caught with drugs in other countries, psychological as­ pects of drug dependency, and symptoms and phases of alcohol drug use and misuse. Students are made aware of "helping networks" such as Al­ coholics Anonymous and Nar­ cotics Anonymous, and they are encouraged to use these net­ works if needed. By sharing information and personal ex­ periences in discussion groups, students become aware of all the problems created by drugs. This awareness allows them to come to their own conclusion about drug use, and gives them the knowledge to stand by their convictions concerning drugs in^ their lives. Prevention is a major step in controlling drug abuse prob­ lems. The Seafarers Harry Lun­ deberg School of Seamanship and the SIU ^e concerned about educating the whole individual not just training them in specific seafaring skills. By giving them the knowledge they need now, we hope to prevent them from turning to drugs later. ATTENTION SEAFARERS! NAUTICAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM-A KEY TO YOUR FUTURE ' 8, • courses listed below (only one Math and one Geography course may be selected). Psvchology (PSY) 107 — Applied Industrial Psychology Business Administration (BAD) 122 - Personal Financial Management Business Administration (BAD) 172 - Government, Business and Labor Mathematics (MTH) 108 - Introduction to College Math Mathematics (MTH) 110 - College Mathematics Geography (GRY) 105 — Earth, Sea and Man PolMfon*"Abatem Tichlloloy(PAT) mSPoHution Control in the Marine Industries NAUTICAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM NAME DATE OF BIRTH (LAST) ADDRESS_ / DAY / YEAR) (STREET) TELEPHONE (ZIP CODE) (STATE) (CITY) DEEP SEA MEMBER • (MO (MIDDLE) (FIRST) INLAND WATERS MEMBER • BOOK NUMBER (AREA CODE) LAKES MEMBER • SENIORITY __ DATES AVAILABLE FOR COURSES __ PACIFIC MEMBER • SOCIAL SECURITY ^ ; HOW LONG COULD YOU ATTEND COURSES — ENDORSEMENT(S) OR LICENSE(S) NOW HELD HAVE YOU ATTENDED ANY SHLSS UPGRADING COURSES? • YES • NO (IF YES. FILL IN BELOW) COURSE(S) TAKEN — PLEASE INDICATE WHICH FOUR OF THE EIGHT GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES YOU PREFER (ONLY ONE MATH AND ONE GEOGRAPHY COURSE MAY BE SELECTED): Education Is the Key To Job Security —MTH 108 INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE MATH • PSY 107 APPLIED INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY —MTH 110 COLLEGE MATHEMATICS -BAD 122 PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT -GRY 105 EARTH, SEA AND MAN -BAD 172 GOVERNMENT, BUSINESS AND LABOR -GRY 106 UNITED STATES GEOGRAPHY -PAT 150 POLLUTION CONTROL IN THE MARINE INDUSTRIES SIGNATURE DATE September 1983 / LOG /17 •ASfr -:.- .-r--. -T-- ..i' ••• " �Solidarity Day III Seafarers, Labor Are Heard: Jobs! ;,U, Seafarers joined their union lie. ... We are here today, as we were in September of 1981, brothers and sisters across the to again express the united op­ land and were heard in more position of labor and our allies than 130 cities during Solidarity to the disastrous policies of this Day Ill-Labor Day rallies. administration. The ceremonies and rallies "We thought Solidarity Day which drew millions of working II_with victories in the 1982 men and women and their fam­ local, state and national elec­ ilies were designed to celebrate tions—had sent a message to the spirit of the American Labor this administration and its pol­ Movement, condemn the antiicy makers. But we were foiled, labor policies of the Reagan like a ship in distress our S.O.S. administration and begin a mas­ signals were not heard," Dro­ sive voter registration and voter zak said. turnout drive for next year's He attacked the administra­ election. tion for gutting programs which SIU President Frank Drozak, guarantee decent housing, med­ ical care and retirement to mil­ speaking to several thousand lions of Americans. Drozak also people in Providence, R.L slammed the administration's said the current maritime poli­ cies of the Reagan administra­ labor record. "For this president to speak tion will make sure that the today of his support for the American-flag fleet "winds up American worker is simply a on the rocks." #: •!f!. •lfe f--. 'fiii- >!? ' 'iV • SIU President Frank Drozak spoke before several thousand people in Providence, R.l. In New Orleans the SIU contingent joined 3,000 other union brothers and sisters for Solidarity Day III. Port Agent Pat Pillsworth, and patrolmen Dave Heindel, Steve Ruiz and Jim McBee led the SIU group. f:r -nHf Seafarers in .. ^ ^ ^ women fOr the traditional Labor Day march down Broadway .:A :^'l MacArthur Park in Los Angeles was the scene for the Southem California Labor Day/Solidarity Day III happenings. Several thousand working men and women gathered to hear speeches denouncing anti-labor policies and calling for a real economic recovery. Above and right are parts of the SIU group. % t is 18 / LOG / September 1983 �.,U . - , r^Ti^r" THE SlUNA The Seafarers International Union of North America rep­ resents two things. It represents some 90,000 working men and women in 18 affiliated labor unions. It also represents the focal point of power for each of those unions. The strength, power and in­ fluence of the SIUNA comes from each of the affiliates, but as the old saying goes, "The whole is bigger than its parts." Each of the SIUNA affiliates can do an effective job repre­ senting its members in many areas. But through the collec­ tive strength of all the Union's affiliates, cannery workers. Pa­ cific sailors, taxi drivers, fish­ ermen on both coasts and doz­ ens of others, the SIUNA becomes a powerful national force. Not only does the umbrella of the SIUNA bring some 90,000 people together in a single, ef­ fective labor voice, but the lead­ ership of the Union has been able to broaden its base even further. SIUNA President Frank Drozak is president of the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Depart­ ment with some 43 other unions and 8 million workers, and he is one of the AFL-CIO s exec- Special 4 page supplement Strength From Affiliates and Expert Leadership Forge a Powerful Voice utive vice presidents which brings even millions of more workers and their influence and power to efforts which benefit SIUNA affiliates. The weight and power of the entire AFL-CIO can be brought to bear on issues where several thousand industrial workers or cannery employees on their own, simply would not have the num­ bers or the resources to make the same impact. Rightly or wrongly, politics today is a matter of power, and the SIUNA has been able to exercise that power through the years by pursuing, preserving and helping enact programs de­ signed to enhance job security, raise the standard of living and protect the rights of its members and their families. The SIUNA has the resources and the experience to make its presence felt in the nation's cap­ ital. A staff of respected and trained legislative experts and lobbyists bring both the Union's position and pressure to bear on issues important to all affiliates. SIUNA President Frank Drozak represents all the SUINA affiliates at a special White House meeting with President Ronald Reagan. they know the SIUNA can be counted on. The SIUNA fights for the can­ nery worker, the government employee, the fisherman, the sailor and the factory worker. The SIUNA flexes its strength in Washington D.C. It may be fighting for a bill that affects a few hundred workers or battling for legislation that means some­ thing for millions, such as Oc­ cupational Health and Safety or Social Security or unemploy­ ment. The SIUNA lobbies on the state level for port develop­ ment, job rights and other im­ portant issues. The SIUNA helps you at the bargaining table when you sit down with management to gain a fair wage, proper job protec­ tion and a safe workplace. Today with the powerful and wealthy anti-labor forces spend­ ing millions of dollars, no one group can stand up to labor's enemies alone. But when groups from coast to coast band to­ gether with power and with pro­ gressive and foresightful lead­ ership, then they can play the game of power politics on an equal footing. now a .,oa«ng hotel In Over the years, the SIUNA's expertise has not only brought it respect from members of Con­ gress and the White House, but many times the AFL-CIO will ask the SIUNA to lead the fight on important matters, because SSulia, workers provide ^^rce on me Qaeen Long Beach. The UIW is one of the larger SIUNA affiliates. September 1983/LOG/19 •rrV- 'i. J •''t .1- i '4 �Ji . -T- , •p'', •J r-f^ - — , ^ • jy. •.: :_ r, -• . ,. y '•. ,•; . , *i. _• •J..^v. - SlUNA Clout Applied in Jobs, Safety, Health, Marii Labor Laws to Preserve and Protect Your Rights and Jobs Workers are especially harmed by the Reagan administration's broad anti-labor national poli­ cies. When President Reagan began his tenure in the Oval Office, millions of people were out of work. Since then several million more workers are idle and looking for employment. ;f.i; •^r ..^ " f- '' -s .., i- Employment ;f,j! an anti-unemployment bill can­ not be legislated, the AFL-CIO executives have a powerful voice to speak for pro-labor candi­ dates whether they are running for city council or president of the United States. More directly, the SlUNA lobbies for specific employment opportunities. Last year the redocumentation of the ,5.5. Constitution to the passenger trades boosted employment in seafaring, shipyard and related maritime industries. The SlUNA, in testimony before The SlUNA is lobbying dili­ gently to fulfill its first priority: putting America back to work. The SlUNA, through its asso­ The SlUNA is lobbying ciation with the Maritime Trades Department and its representa­ priority, jobs ... tion on the AFL-CIO executive board and 18 SlUNA affiliates, Congress, was able to secure a has the strength in numbers of near unanimous vote on the suc­ committed members to open new cess of the first Hawaiian Is­ avenues of employment and lands excursion ship, the 5.5. protect SlUNA industries made Independence, launched in 1980. vulnerable by unfair foreign Similarly, the SlUNA—^ter competition unchecked by long insistence that civilian Reaganomics. manning of Naval Military SeaSlUNA President Frank Dro- lift Command vessels would zak meets frequently with the prove beneficial to the nation's 35-member AFL-CIO executive security—achieved the merger board where strategies are for­ of the Military Sea Transport mulated to promote job security Union with employment con­ across the nation. The AFL- tracts on over a dozen ships in CIO has sent its support to the the fleet. nation's congressional districts for the Humphrey-Hawkins Full Bulk BUI Employment Bill to create jobs. With the passage of a single Since the 1981 convention, the AFL-CIO has called for aboli­ bill, H.R. 1242 and companion tion of proposed legislation to bill S. 1642, the Competitive • lower the minimum wage re­ Shipping and Shipbuilding Act quirement for teenagers and the of 1983 has the potential of age of legal employment. Though bringing about a rebirth in the i!' • >J: vi!'. •\ifl Rshermen and cannery workers take advantage of SlUNA advice on organizing and grievance procedures. 20 / LOG / September 1983 .--.-3: nation's merchant marine and shipbuilding industries. Authored by Rep. Lindy Boggs (D-La.) and in the Senate by Sen. Paul Trible (R-Va.), the bill would revive employment in maritime and related indus­ tries. The bills would require that 5 percent of our nation's bulk cargo be carried on U.S. built, U.S.-flag vessels in 1984. The percentage would increase to 1 percent every year until a minimum of 20 percent of all U.S. bulk cargo is carried on U.S.-flag ships. diligentiy to fulfill its first CBI The SlUNA joined organized labor in opposing the Reagan administration centerpiece for Caribbean economic recovery, the Caribbean Basin Initiative. The legislation passed into law but not without a drive led by the SlUNA to amend the export of rum from the area with duty­ free status. Without the amend­ ment, distillers of the liquor in the U.S. and the Virgin Islands foresaw an unfair advantage at the port which could mean lay­ offs of U.S. workers and which could affect the entire economy of the Virgin Islands. Cargo Preserving Jobs Nowhere in pending maritime legislation is the maritime com­ munity of interests and the link between the maritime service sector and industrial sector more apparent than in actions taken to limit the carriage of cargo aboard U.S.-flag vessels. The SlUNA has vigorously partici­ pated in coalitions formed to prevent legislation which has threatened thousands of people from a single geographical area or a string of related industries, with unemployment and busi­ ness close-outs. Alaska OU Two dozen labor, consumer and industry groups have united in The Coalition to Keep Alaska Oil. As the expiration of the 1979 Export Administration Act approaches the Sept. 30 dead­ line, the coalition is rallying sup­ port in both houses of Congress to extend the provision in the Act which prohibits export of the oil. The primary importer, Japan, would profit by this venture but in every respect the United States stands to lose. The bill's passage would mean the layup of American tankers, maritime unemployment, higher con­ sumer prices for U.S. imported replacement oil, millions of dol­ lars in investments drained of revenues, and a weakening of U.S. energy self-sufficiency and national security. A pattern is developing of blatant disregard for laws re­ quiring shipment of goods on U.S.-flag vessels. In 1920 Con­ gress enacted the Jones Act as a stimulus to the growth of the U.S. maritime industry, provid­ ing domestic trade not be di­ verted by foreign transport. This year Congress reaf­ firmed the law by disallowing Pacific Northwest traffic from the state of Washington to be circumvented through Canada aboard foreign vessels. It could have devastated industries in the area. The unemployment it would have brought was seen in terms of lost tax revenues to the region and diminished sales throughout the region's com­ mercial and industrial establish­ ments. For all of these reasons Congress delivered a 373-44 vote and SlUNA efforts averted un­ employment of members. In related moves, attempts to by-pass the Cargo Preference Act of 1954 (providing that 50 percent of all government-gen­ erated cargoes be shipped on American-flag ships) have been stopped several times. The SlUNA moved vigorously in pensioners with quality, costfree medical health care. Since 1981 health care costs for in-patient health care treat­ ment have risen annually at the rate of between 15 and 20 per­ cent. Still, the SlUNA has been able to offer members coverage under the SIU Welfare Plan. The Union is now trying to find answers to the health care crisis. Repairing damage to OSHA .. .The Union is now trying to find answers to the health care crisis. .. • open letters to the president and in hearings with directors of federal agencies, and the short­ falls were shored up. Maritime carried its share of bauxite, wheat. Strategic Petroleum Re­ serve mandated supplies and butter. In October 1981, the Senate rejected an amendment, 70-28, to reverse preference require­ ments for P.L. 480 cargoes, where most of the confusion lies. i.. Health and Safety Members of the SlUNA faced the most devastating of Rea­ gan's maritime proposals when the administration signed 1982 and 1983 budgets. These budg­ ets contained cuts to OSHA and eliminated the 200-year-old USPHS hospitals and clinics serving seamen, dependents and The SlUNA has afways stood firm with its SIU of Puerto Rico affiliate and their fight to protect jobs. health and safety standards has proven more difficult. From the lessons of the EPA and count­ less federal oversight agencies, the SlUNA recognizes the problem is not an isolated one. Upon executive directives these agencies are involved in rewrit­ ing regulations, but little funding is earmarked for enforcement. The AFL-CIO has taken a strong stand to put teeth into OSHA standards. SlUNA Pres­ ident Frank Drozak will con­ tinue to work with the other AFL-CIO board members to in­ crease OSHA funding and re­ store its oversight role. SlUNA AFL- CJO^ How the SlUNA Protects Jobs of Maritime Workers • The SlUNA has been the chief supporter of the Boggs Bulk Bill—268 new ships and thousands of jobs if passed. • The SlUNA closed Jones Act loopholes which would have allowed cargo diversion to Canada under the Third Proviso. • The SlUNA led the fight to re-flag two ships, the Independence and Constitution to provide more than 1,000 SlUNA jobs. • The SlUNA has helped move maritime safety laws, including survival suits, through Congress. • The SlUNA has been the strongest voice to keep Alaskan oil reserved for American use and transported on American ships. • The SlUNA has prodded the government to begin a study and recommend new ways to provide merchant marine health care since the government shut down the U.S. Public Health Service hospitals. • The SlUNA has fought successfully to keep P.L. 480 cargo for U.S.-flag ships. • The SlUNA fought successfully to require U.S. ships in transporting oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) problem. Among legislation the SlUNA has successfully blocked was a swipe at safety inspection and crewing standards on fish proc­ essing ships by the owners of the SUP-crewed Golden Alaska. Wherever the concerns of SlUNA members are threat­ ened, the SlUNA will be foundfighting to protect its working brothers and sisters. . .. Frank Drozak will continue to work to increase OSHA funding . . . The Feb. 12 tragic loss of 31 NMU sailors in the sinking of the Marine Electric and the en­ tire crew from the 5.5. Poet in 1980 could have ended with fewer lives lost if the crews had been wearing survival suits when the ships went down. Congress will soon consider evidence sup­ porting this view, and SlUNA staff legislative experts and President Frank Drozak will present arguments for requiring survival suits on commercial vessels and small craft. Sen. Trible has submitted a bill for congressional ruling re­ quiring the suits which enable survival for at least 24 hours in below freezing waters. The SlUNA supports the bill. In hearings before the Senate and the Coast Guard, the SlUNA has taken the issue further to include all commercial vessels and boats. s i It was an amendment that would have excluded such ships from inspected vessel classification, three-watch manning and U.S. citizen crew requirements. Both the House and Senate replied with a strong "no" to the amendment. Title 46, a law which incor­ porates maritime safety regula­ tions made in the last 200 years, has been in the process of re­ codification to clarify, up-date and streamline provisions. Ad­ vice has been sought from the Maritime Trades Department which in concert with the SlUNA has achieved a broader under­ standing of regulations that af­ fect the safety of all seamen. In the same respect, the SlUNA has counselled the Coast Guard regarding interpretations of the regulations to insure that inspection provisions are not weakened. _ .'HT' , ~ ••1 i- I 1 Sailors Union of the Pacific founder Harry Lundeberg (2nd from left) looks on in the early 1950s during ground-breaking ceremonies for the SUP'S San Francisco headquar­ ters. SUP is the oldest affiliate of the SlUNA. September 1983/LOG/21 ' tsss "M �International Union ^ America, AFL-CIO Executive Board Frank Drozak, President Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Vice Presidents Roy A. Mercer Mike Orlando George McCartney Michael Sacco Walter J. Smith Donald J. Tacconi Jack Tarantino Keith Terpe Ed Turner Joseph Abata George Beltz Jack Caffey Paul Dempster Henry Disley Steve Edney John Fay Gilbert Gauthier Roman Gralewicz Affiliates Abslia Fish Cannery Workers Union of the Pacific 2505 First Ave.. Room 7 «& 8 Seattle, WA 98121 Carlos de los Santos, Business Agent (206) 623-6831 Alaska Fishermen's Union 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 Walter J. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer (206) 623-3425 Inland Boatmen's Union, Alaska-Hawafi R^ons _ 707 Alakea Street '24 Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 . Gregory O'Claray, Representative (907) 586-9711 (808) 537-1773 International Union of Petroleum & Industrial Workers 8131 E. Rosecrans Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 George Beltz, International President (213) 630-6232 Marine Firemen^s Union 240 Second Street San Francisco, CA 94105 Henry Disley, President (415) 362-4592 Marine Staff Officers, Pacific District 450 Harrison Street San Francisco, CA 94105 Brandon Tynan, Secretary-Treasurer (415) 421-8603 Mortuary Employees Union P.O. Box 3123 Daly City, CA 94105 Carl Davis, Secretary/Business Agent (415) 584-5569 Sailors Union of the Pacific 450 Harrison Street San Francisco, CA 94105 Paul Dempster, President/Secretary-Treasurer (415) 362-8363 Canadian Marine Officers Union 9670 Notre-Dame Street, East Montreal, HIL, 3P8, P.Q., Canada Gilbert Gauthier, President (514) 354-8321 Chaufifeurs & Industrial Workers Local 5 4577 Gravois Avenue St. Louis, MO 63116 James Matthews, President (314) 752-2200 Chinook Cannery Workers Union Local No. 12 Post Office Box Chinook, WA 96814 Dan Campbell, President (206)777-8342 Patty Bloom, Secretary (206)777-8366 Fishermen's Union of America, Pacific & Caribbean 640 State Street San Diego, CA 92101 Jack Tarantino, President (714) 239-5184 s-f " .A ' •- Seafarers International Union of North AmericaAtlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Frank Drozak, President (301) 899-0675 .«(• i'^l • Seafarers International Union of Canada 634 Rue St. Jacques Montreal, Quebec H3C 1E7 Roman Gralewicz, President (514) 842-8161 SIU of Puerto Rico, Caribe and Latin America 1313 Fernandez Juncos, Stop 20 Santurce, Puerto Rico 00909 Keith Terpe, President (809)723-8594 Sugar Workers Union No. 1 641 Loring Avenue P.O. Box 583 Crockett, CA 94525 Donald J. Tacconi, President (415) 787-1676 A' f* Fishermen on both coasts and in Alaska form a powerful arm of the SlUNA. > United Industrial Workers of North America-Midivest 1225 Howard Street Elk Grove, IL 60007 Joseph Abata, President (312) 569-2051 United Industrial Workers, Service, Transportation, Professional and Government of North America 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Frank Drozak, President Steve Edney, National Director (301) 899-0675 22/LOG/September 1983 •r,~n . mm V N �•t K»-*' .iVhS,. ^ -:. <gg,y-- ifs —« >• Itt -W toa^ljitijtoti Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-CIO WORLD REPORT Every once in a while an incident will occur that will put world events in per­ spective. Such an incident occurred earlier this month when a Soviet warplane shot down an unarmed commercial South Ko­ rean jetliner that inadvertently strayed over Russian territory in the North Pacific. There were 269 passengers onboard, in­ cluding a member of Congress, Rep. Larry McDonald (D-Ga.), and 60 other American citizens. In a televised address to the nation. President Reagan delivered what was per­ haps the most effective speech of his career. He condemned the Soviet Union's incomprehensible behavior, but conceded that America's response would have to be muted. There is little that the United States can do other than press the Soviet Union for reparations, rally world opinion against the Soviet Union, and follow long-term policies that would strengthen America's defenses. The SIU agrees with the president's basic premise. Unfortunately, however, the administration has a blind spot when it comes to national defense: it does not understand the value of a fully functioning maritime industry. Since coming to office three years ago, the administration has effectively disman­ tled most existing federal maritime pro­ grams. It has watched the American-flag merchant marine decline to its lowest point ever: less than 4 percent of this country's oceanbome cargo is carried on Americanflag vessels. By eliminating the Construc­ tion Differential Subsidy program, it has jeopardized this nation's shipbuilding base. . Apparently the administration is betting that Liberia and Panama will be able to provide this countiV with adequate sealift capability in case of an international emer­ gency. We hope that the president will reconsider that approach. The defense of the United States is too important to leave in the hands of Pana­ manian and Liberian vessels. Indeed, both Panama and Liberia have experienced dif­ ficulties in recent years that should alert the United States to potential problems. Panama, not El Salvador or Honduras, is the ultimate target of leftists fighting in Central America. Liberia, which is being eyed by Libya's Khaddafi, experienced a bloody coup three years ago which effec­ tively ended democracy in that country. PASSENGER VESSELS Forty percent of all foreign-flag passen­ ger vessels that sail from American ports— including the Queen Elizabeth 2—fail to meet basic sanitation standards, according to statistics released by federal officials from the national Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Twenty-seven of 67 foreign-flag passen­ ger vessels that sail from American ports September 1983 have failed to meet standards set by the CDC. While a ship's failure to meet those standards does not automatically mean that there is an imminent threat to those onboard, it does mean that "the chances are greater that persons onboard the vessel could get ill," according to Chuck McCance, a spokesman for the CDC. It is interesting to note that there are no American-flag passenger vessels on that list. At present, there are two Amer­ ican-flag passenger vessels in operation, both of which are manned by SIU crewmembers. The SIU is supporting legisla­ tion that would double that number by redoctimenting the Canard Countess and the Canard Princess under the American flag. CDS PAYBACK For the near future at least, no monies will be spent for the payback of Construc­ tion Differential subsidies. The House and the Senate reached agreement on the Appropriations bill for the Department of Transportation. There was a disagreement on the matter of CDS paybacks. The House bill had originally banned CDS paybacks while the Senate bill did not include any such ban, After a long debate. House and Senate conferees agreed that no monies could be used for CDS paybacks for at least 60 days after the passage of the Appropria­ tions bill. The issue remains in limbo. The De­ partment of Transportation, which origi­ nally favored the CDS payback plan, was surprised at the bitter opposition gener­ ated by the CDS payback scheme. Eliza­ beth Dole, who is secretary of the De­ partment of Transportation, is reviewing her department's options. While that is happening, the House and the Senate are considering their respective versions of the Maritime Authorizations bill. The House bill would ban CDS pay­ backs. TAKX-NAVY CHARTER The House Ways and Means Committee has reported out of committee legislation that would permit the Navy to charter 13 TAKX vessels to private companies. The issue, which is an important one for American seamen because it would create badly needed jobs, has aroused a great deal of controversy. Several con­ gressmen and senators have questioned the accounting procedures used by the Navy. As evidenced by the vote in the House Ways and Means Committee, the question of accounting procedures obscures the real issue involved: how best to enhance this nation's sealift capability and reverse the decline of the American-flag merchant ma­ rine. The Senate Finance Committee is holding hearings on the subject. 5-:^". Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings ALASKAN on. Action is expected "shortly on legislation that will affect as many as 40 SlU-contracted vessels. Both the Senate a[nd the House are expected to make renewal of the Export Administration Act a top priority when Congress reconvenes this month. Under the terms of the Export Admin­ istration Act, Alaskan oil is prohibited from being sold abroad. While this is done for obvious defense reasons—America's oil reserves are dwindling and Alaskan oil remains this nation's largest source of domestic oil—it has the unexpected but welcome effect of saving jobs for Ameri­ can seamen. Under the terms of existing cargo preference laws, Alaskan oil must be carried on American-flag vessels. There is overwhelming support in Con­ gress for renewing the bill. The Senate bill would extend the ban for six years, the House bill for four years. FRANK DROZAK Frank Drozak, president of the SIU, was asked by AFL-CIO President Lane. Kirkland to head the Labor Day parade in Providence, R.l. Drozak used the oc­ casion to stress some important points. For one thing, the unemployment rate of this country is too high. Twelve million Americans are out of work, and their job prospects for the future are bleak. According to Drozak, this country needs an industrial policy. It relies far too much on the concept of free trade. There is no such thing as free trade, he said. All countries today regulate their economies to a greater or lesser degree. The United States must save its basic industries— steel, auto, maritime—^from unfair foreign competition. It can only do that by passing such legislation as the Boggs Bulk Bill, or by restricting imports when other nations unfairly subsidize their products. LINDY BOGGS Rep. Lindy Boggs (D-La.) spoke at the New York Propeller Club to drum up support for the Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983 which she intro­ duced earlier this year. The bill would reverse the long standing decline of the American-flag merchant marine by stim­ ulating activity in the bulk fleet. Under the terms of the legislation, 5 percent of all bulk cargo would be carried on U.S.-flag vessels within one year of enactment. That figure would rise by 1 percent a year until a 20 percent maximum figure is reached. Several months ago, the Reagan admin­ istration came out against the bill. Despite that, the bill has continued to pick up support. It now has 146 co-sponsors. Sen­ ator Paul Trible (R-Va.) has introduced a •similar bill in the Senate. ^' September 1983/LOG/23 t.\ �—i;a»gi_ ur.r— iHHp ;••:? •Ut i i' t-'-r f rjlHE SS PIONEER (Sea^ Land) docked at Port New­ ark, N.J. earlier this month after a short run to Northern Europe. She is a contented, well-run ship, as QMED Jim FonviUe will soon learn. He signed on when the ship was in port. FonviUe, who lives in North CaroUna, ships out of New York. He has been on the beach for several months. He got married last year and wanted to spend some time at home with his wife. FonviUe is full of plans. He wants to go down to the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. to secure his rating. The shipping rules were recently amended. In order to qualify as a first-rank QMED, he and other QMEDs will have to pick up six specialty courses offered at the Lundeberg School. While he is down at Piney Point, FonviUe wants to check into the college courses offered there. He would like to get his degree some day, and Piney Point may or may not fit into his plans. But the point is that the school gives him an option that he would otherwise not have. If FonvUle has some time, he should talk to John Baughman, a feUow crewmember who won a scholarship from the SIU. Baughman is a good example of what a member can do if he makes use of the options the SIU provides for its members^ SIU Representative Joe Air paid off the vessel. There were few beefs aside from the quaUty Hassan-A-Asamari is a messman aboard the SS Pioneer. 24 / LOG / September 1983 -^1 QMED Jim FonviUe stands in front of the SS Pioneer. of films being shown. Immedi­ ately after the Union meeting was over, Air went over to the company headquarters buUding and checked into the issue. Air is popular with the mem­ bers onboard the ship. It's easy to see why. He takes an interest in the people he represents. When Air saw an SIU photog­ rapher onboard the ship, he grabbed him and made him take a picture of Oscar Roman. "It's his first trip," Air said. "I want him to have something to re­ member it by." Crewmembers onboard the SS Pioneer complimented Chief Steward T.R. Goodman for the way he ran the steward department. John Baughman, who sails as a QMED, is a former Seafarers Scholarship recipient. �OS "Chevy" Figueroa (left) and John Alberti, a member of the shoregang, take time to pose for this picture. Messman Oscar Roman is on his first trip. Peter J. Mistretta, AB, enjoyed the North European run. •BBQs Are a Success Aboard Kopaa Life aboard ship can get pretty routine. But Milton Thrash, chief steward on the Kopaa (Pacific Gulf Marine), knows how to liven things up. He has cookouts, and all the crewmembers really seem to enjoy them. Here are a few shots from the most recent one. > tts. i V Oiler Kenny Pell is ready for tils ••**** ribs. Another successful barbeque is enready to cut into the barbequed ribs, joyed by the Kopaa's crewmemDsrSe '' f,4ypfi-. ".e :S'3^ % ' «;# •1^% Chief Steward Milton Thrash checks out his spread before the line opens. September 1983 / LOG / 25 - M �JM'l .- I, -/-• Checks Await Seafarers • it ; %:• LiVERMORE, Robert 8. LOPEZ, Miguel Jr LOPEZ, R LUSK, George E LYNCH, Ronald D AMOUNT LYNN, Billy E. NAME $ 4.00 MANNETTE, J. S ADAMS, Earl 11.00 MARINO, William F ALLEN, George ......... 15.00 MARRA, Paul D ANDERSON, Robert L. .. 8.00 MARTINEZ, S. E ARNOLD, Thomas ...... g.00 MATHISEN, Lonnie D. Jr. BACON, Louise A. ...... 18.86 MATTHEWS, Tyrone J. BELL, James E. 29.00 MATTSON, Leonard G BELL, Tyrone.......... 70.00 McCANTS, N. B. BESLER, Douglas 0 18.66 McDERMOTT, Michael J. BETTIS, Lonnie Jr 15.00 McGUINESS, S. J. BLAIR K 2.00 MEEHAN, William J BLAIR, Kenneth E 17.00 MENDOZA, J. S BLANCHARD, J. D. .... MILLAY, William ........ BOOTH. Joseph 0. -TO BRINGLE, John S. Ill...... ^J.OO MILLER H. 733.00 MILLER, .Henry W. BRCX:K, Roy Fl... . 18.00 MISSIMER, D BURKE, Thomas A. 29.00 MITCHELL, Ed L. ....... BUTTS, Hormon V......... 26.00 MORRIS, Edward GANDELARIO, Galvan Jr... 23.00 MULL, David R CARRANZA, L 15.00 NEWSOME, D. ........ CASTRO, Ramon 4.00 NIEVES, Rorencio CERRATO, Santiago ...... 43.00 PENTON, D. A. Sr...:.. CINTORINO, Fred 18.00 PERDUE, Charles E. ... CLELAND, Jay 26.00 PETERSON, Donald E. . COHEN, JayC. 26.00 PIERRE, George C COOKE, Michael A 15.00 RAFF, Robert G COSENTINO, Joseph F. ... COUMAS, Chester R....... . 6M.W RAMLAN, JImmIe ...... REDGATE, James T.... CRAWFORD, S. V 11 M CROSBY, Sam A CRUZ. George L •ALTON, Jack M DARANDA, Stanley 129.TO DEDOMENICIS, F 4.W DEMPSEY, David A 16.TO DICKENS, Glenn E 27.00 DILL, Henry L DYER, Clarence V...... ^ f2.TO EDGE, Marlon 10.W EVANS, G 6.OT EWING, Dane G. 124.M FALCON. Alberto M 2L00 FLORES, David 204.00 GAYNOR, Ellis 308.00 64.00 GONZALES, O 4.00 GRANTHAM, Eugene T. 4.00 GUERRERO, Orlando L... GUTIERREZ, Alberto M 4.00 HACHEY, L. W. 3.00 HAMMACK, T. S 19,00 HARRINGTON, James P.... 21.00 HARRISON, William D. ..... 21.00 HERNANDEZ, Victor 60.00 HESTER, Douglas B. Jr 11.00 HILBURN, Thomas 32.00 HILL, Marcos 23.00 HOnr, Ernest R. Jr 43.00 HOUCHINS, ClarenceM. ... 6.00 HOWARD, Michael.....r• 5.00 HURT.Ndand 27.00 JACK, Wllmen Jr 4.00 JACKSON, Kedrick M. 7.00 JOHNSON, Gordon 4.11 KARGANILLA, Roland 25.00 KAUFMAN, Kathryn D. KELLY, John 2.00 KHUEAQI, George D. 42.00 KOTAN, Julius ... 4.00 LANIER, Clyde H. 13.00 LEWIS, C. N. .... 20.00 LEWIS, John D. AMOUNT NAME AMOUNT NAME The following is a list of Seafar­ ers who have unclaimed wages from Delta Steamship Lines, Inc. as of Aug. 24, 1983. Legal Aid . REHM, Arnold F. ROBLES, William .......... RODRIGUEZ, R ROGERS, DeeR ••••• ROY, Glenn SANCHEZ, Gilbert Roy SANTOS, Diogenes SHIMIZU, Terrance SINGLETARY, Murphy J. ... SMITH, Robert......; SMITH, Robert D. Jr. ....... SMOLEN, David M SMOLEN, David M SPEARS, B.B SPENCER, Don D. STAGG, Timothy J SUNDBERG, Walter TAYLOR, Lawrence R... . THACKER, James TOUSIGNANT. Alfred R.... • URTLAngeloJ VELEZ, Jose R VENTRY, Michael VIEIRA, John WARD, John E WARFIELD, Joseph WILLINGHAM, Henry C WILSON, A. G WINDER, Robert WORTHY, Richard WRIGHT, Richard A YOUNCE, Eric YOUNG, Earl H ZYLINSKI, George T 4.00 .35 8.00 10.00 36.00 23.00 18.00 18.66 60.00 5.00 ,1.00 1.00 10.00 39.00 11.00 26.00 3.00 16.00 7.00 3.00 4.00 18.00 4.00 32.00 25.00 62.00 6.00 43.00 64.00 15.00 642.00 37.00 18.00 15.00 6.00 94.00 6.00 18.66 79.00 32.00 29.00 26.00 8.00 18.00 36.00 10.00 13.00 5.27 3.00 8.00 36.00 6.00 2W.W 26.TO 21.00 5.00 23.00 15.00 18.66 4.00 9.00 10.43 26.TO 8.OT J^ 27.00 -38 Maritime-Defense Study Sought One of the merchant marine's most valuable functions is troop and supply delivery in time of national emergency and war. But the U.S. merchant fleet has shrunk because of unfair foreign competition and the lack of gov­ ernment help. The nation s se­ curity is shrinking proportion­ ally. A bill that could help turn the nation's security around has been referred to the Armed Services and Merchant Marine and Fish­ eries Committees. H.R. 3289 sponsored by Rep. Charles E. Bennett (D-Fla.) asks Congress to allocate $1 million in the 1984 budget to establish a commis­ sion to study the merchant ma­ rine and defense. ° If enacted, a five-member commission will oversee staff research into maritime's vital defense role and the problems that keep the industry from meeting national defense re­ quirements. As proposed, the Secretary of the Navy will be appointed chairman with the Marad ad­ ministrator and three presiden­ tial selections representing mar­ itime operators, shipbuilders and labor filling out the commission. Based on the commission's findings, the bill suggests rec­ ommendations for specific ac­ tions be presented in a study report to Congress, the presi­ dent and the public nine months from the date the commission begins ifs work. Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes AUGUST 1-31, 1983 'TOTAL REOISTEIliD Ml Groups ^ dm A CIttsB Glass C TOmSHIPKD Ml Groups ^ Class A Class B Class C 'REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port Algonac 38 Port Algonac 15 50 17 ' 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 29 2 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 14 2 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 Port Algonac Port Algonac rtm nts ''f ,-$• 33 19 91 27 grteSHA' t° BT nuSr rtS 28/LOG/September 1983 7 93 21 0 2? 1 16 6 36 15 83 24 1 13 23 In the event that any SlU memliers have legal problems In the various ports, a list of attorneys whom they can consult is being published. The member need not choose the recom­ mended attorneys and this list Is In­ tended only for Informational pur­ poses: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Schulman & Abarbanel^ 358 Fifth Avenue New York, New York 10001 Tele. # (212) 279-9200 BALTIMORE, MD. Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Beigrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore, Md. 21201 Tele. # (301) 539-6967 CHICAGO, ILL Katz & Friedman 7 South Deartjom Street Chicago, III. 60603 Tele. # (312) 263-6330 DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Mich. 48822 Tele. # (313) 532-1220 GLOUCESTER, MASS. Orlando & White 1 Western Avenue Qloucesler, Mass. 01930 Tele. # (617) 283-8100 _ HOUSTON, TEXAS Archer, Peterson and Waldner 1801 Main St. (at Jefferson) Suite 510 Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. # (713) 659-4455 & Tele. # (813) 879-9842 LOS ANGELES, CAUF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 5900 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2600 Los Angeles, Calif. 90036 Tele. # (213) 937-6250 WILMINGTON, CAUF. Fogel, Rothschild. Feldman & Ostrov 239 South Avalon Wilmington, Calif. 90744 Tele. # (213) 834-2546 ..J':?. MOBILE, ALA. Simon & Wood 1010 Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Ala. 36602 Tele. # (205) 433-4904 NEW ORLEANS, LA. Barker, Boudreaux, Lamy, Gardner & Foley 1400 Richards Building 837 Gravier Street New Orleans, La. 70112 Tele. # (504) 586-9395 PHILADELPHIA, PA. Kirschner. Walters, Wiliig, Weinberg & Dempsey Suite 110 1429 Walnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102 Tele. # (215) 569-8900 ST. LOUIS, MO. Qruenberg, Sounders & Levine Suite 905—Chemical Building 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. # (314) 231-7440 SAN FRANCISCO, CAUF. John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & Ritchie too Bush Street, Suite 440 San Francisco, Calif. 94104 Tele. # (415) 981-4400 SEATTLE, WASH. Davtes, Roberts, Reid, Anderson & Wacker 100 West Harrison Plaza Seattle, Wash. 98119 Tele. # (206) 285-3610 TAMPA, FLA. Hamilton & Douglas, P. A. 2620 West Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33609 Tele. # (813) 879-9842 �SlU Explores Health Care Crisis Answers € — What costs more than $70,000 a day? Health and welfare claims for SIU members, pensioners and their families cost $70,000 a day since the government slammed the doors shut on U.S. Public Health Service hospitals in 1981. Now, some nine months after Sen. Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) and others urged the General Accounting Office to begin an investigation into the situation and possible solutions, the SIU will have a chance to outline its problems and suggestions to the GAG. A meeting is set for the end of September between GAG in­ vestigators and Union officials in an attempt to solve the stag­ gering financial problem all mar­ itime unions face since the hos­ pitals were shut down. For almost 200 years mer­ chant sailors were entitled to free medical care at the govern­ ment's hospitals. When those hospitals were closed, merchant sailors were the group of pa­ tients left in the cold. Gthers were taken into various govern­ ment programs. Seafarers know the cost is high and just this past June voted to roll their 7.5 percent wage hike into the Seafarers Welfare Plan to help offset some of the enormous costs. SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex said there are several options the Union will present to the GAG investiga­ tors. The first would be to re­ open the Public Health Service facilities, or to allow merchant sailors to receive treatment at other government hospitals such as veterans or military health care units. Another possibility would be to include merchant patients in the government's CHAMPUS program. That program re­ placed the Health Service hos­ pitals for all its clients except At Sea/^ President Wilson or Taylor to Pakistan Some time this month the SS President Wilson or SS President Taylor (APL) will sail from Vancouver, Wash, to Karachi, Pakistan with 13,670 metric tons of wheat. t Mafson Line Mulls a New Barge Matson Navigation has let out bids to more than 20 U.S. shipyards to build a new barge for the run to and in the Hawaiian Is. between Honolulu and Maui, Hawaii and Kauai. The 350-foot barge will supplement the containership SS Mauna Kea. She will be self-loading and will hold 224 20-foot containers and 60 refrigerated containers. The 4,500-long-ton barge will have 1,200 hp and cargo tanks to carry 1,700 long-tons of molasses. The shipyard low bidder was to have been picked by the end of last month and construction started in the fall. The barge is set to enter service in the first half of 1985. MARAD OKs U.S., Delta, APL Ship Swap Early this month MARAD okayed a ship swap deal between the U.S. government's Reserve Fleet, APL and the Delta Line. Delta Line will give three C-3s, the SS Del Monte, SS Del Valle and SS Del VIento to APL for two older container ^hips, the President Elsenhower and President Roosevelt from the U.S. government's Re­ serve Fleet. APL will then turn in the three C-3s to the government for credit against the construction costs of three new C-9 containerships, the SS President Lincoln, the SS President Washington and SS President Monroe. MARAD says each C-3 is worth $3-million. APL will have to pay the U.S. some $2.8-million, the difference in value between the President Elsenhower and President Roosevelt and the value of the three C-3s. President Jackson Goln' to Indonesia On Sept. 19 from a West Coast port, the SS President Jackson (APL) will voyage to Indonesia carrying 4,918 metric tons of bagged rice. NeMf Era for American President Line APL, 135 years on the Pacific run, early this month went from one shareholder to 20,000 as its shares were sold to the public and the Diamond Shamrock Corp. of Dallas, Texas took over the line from the Natomas Co. of San Francisco. sailors. He said there could even be a possibility of a direct pay­ ment or reimbursement to the Welfare funds from the govern­ ment to make up for the cost. Along with SIU, the GAG will talk to other unions, industry sources and medical personnel to try and find a solution. No •date for the study has been set. PMA Shipping Scene August 1983 REGISTERED SHIPPED SAN FRANCISCO 17 Class "A" 67 0 Class "B" 2 Classic"........... 0 0 2 Relief 0 19 Grand Total (All Groups) 69 SEATTLE 38 Class "A" 61 4 Class "B".. 4 1 Class "C" 2 5 Relief 2 48 Grand Total (All Groups) 67 HONOLULU 4 Class "A" 4 0 Class "B" 0 1 Class "C"... 1 1 Relief 0 6 Grand Total (All Groups)..... —.. 5 jjU.L "V- lia&y '' • Hi'l' • '7 APL's parents were the Pacific Mail Steamship Co. which sailed the Isthmus of Panama-Oregon Territory run during the Gold Rush to California in 1848. The prospectors took ships from the East Coast to Panama. They then either hiked or rode across the Isthmus to the Pacific and Pacific Mail vessels. Today the line sails to Asia. Pride of Texas Off to Egypt On Sept. 25 from the St. Lawrence Seaway, the SS Pride of Texas (Titan Navigation) will carry 32,000 tons of bulk corn to either Port Said or Alexandria, Egypt. Treasure Hunters Flock to Marine Library Treasure hunters are flocking to the Atlantic Co.'s Marine Library in New York City all set to explore for sunken treasures, now easier to find with new electronic technology. The library has a list of the cargoes of sunken treasure ships, their descriptions and maps of where they went down. Useful tools to the treasure hunters. Delta Carlbe to Go to Israel On Sept. 30 from a Gulf port, the SS Delta Carlbe (Delta Line) will voyage to Haifa or Ashdod, Israel with 29,800 long tons of grain. Danube-Black Sea Canal Almost Done Gne of Central Europe's biggest civil engineering projects and Rumania's top investment scheme, a 64 kilometer canal linking the Danube River with the Black Sea near the port of Constantza, is nearly ready for opening. Thousands of Rumanian canal diggers are digging out the last 12 kilometers of the new waterway. The $1.75-billion canal will cut off 380 kilometers from the barge voyage down the river to the sea and take four hours instead of two days from Cernavoda on the Danube. The excavation began in 1949 with 50,000 workers wielding pickaxes and shovels until digging stopped in 1954. Then in 1976, 30,000 workers began digging again with excavators to load the trucks with earth. Beside the canal, three island ports, two giant locks, 100 kilometers of railroad and 160 kilometers of roadway were built. Bucharest says the canal will pay for itself in 25 years, handling between 80 to 100 million metric tons of freight yearly. Also canal water will irrigate the dry Dobrogea area. West Germany completed her 62 kilometer missing link in the Rhine-Main-Danube Rivers-Black Sea Canal. September 1983/LOG/27 V. ; v'w.y 4 ? " •,'r .f- �T-. Deep Sea 1 Elvin O. Aldridge, 62, joined the SlU in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a cook. Brother Aldridge was born in Columbus, Miss, and is a resident of Slidell, La. Earl Wayne Clark, 65, joined the SlU in the port of New York. Brother Clark sailed as an oiler. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio and is a resident of New Port Richey, Fla. Chester Ralph Coumas, 63, joined the SlU in the port of Jacksonville in 1960 sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Coumas up­ graded at Piney Point in 1969. He has two years of college and has also worked as a hair stylist and roulette croupier. He was born in Manteca, Calif, and is a resident of Las Vegas, Nev. Jack William Craft, 55, joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a chief steward. Brother Craft was born in Ft. Worth, Texas and is a resident of Houston. James Lloyd Danzey, 59, joined the SlU in 1941 in the port of Mobile sailing as a bosun. Brother Danzey was graduated from the Piney Point LNG Course in 1978. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of Chickasaw, Ala. 'f.f 1975 when the containership was captured for 72 hours by a unit of the Cambodian Army off that country's shores. He met his wife of 34 years, Mar­ tha in 1949 in a USMSTC vessel bound for Camp Agana, Guam, where they were mar­ ried. Seafarer McDonald was born in Woonsocket, S.D. and is a resident of San Francisco. George Raymond Gra­ ham, 65, joined the SiU in 1944 in the port of Baltimore^ sailing as a wiper and in the steward department. Brother Graham is a resident of Grand Rapids, Mich. Gordon Lee Davis, 62, joined the SlU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. Brother Davis was born in Rome, Ga. and is a resident of Arabi, La. James Madison Glenn Jr., 61, joined the SlU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician for SeaLand. Brother Glenn was a crane maintenance electri­ cian on the Sea-Land Shoregang in the port of Houston from 1977 to 1983. He also worked as a salesman. Sea­ farer Glenn is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Born in Atlanta, Ga., he is a resident of Hous­ ton. 28 / LOG/ September 1983 Martin "Marty" McSwIng Hammond, 54, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1957 saiiing as a recertified bosun. Brother Hammond was graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in June 1981. He also sailed during the Vietnam War and was a former member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific (SUP). Seafarer Hammond is a veteran of the U.S. Army after World War II. A native of Loris, S.C., he is a resident of Picayune, Miss. Cyril Archibald Henning, 62, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1956 sailing as a deck maintenance and 3rd assistant engineer. Brother Henning helped the Union in an organizing drive and was a former member of the MAW. He was on the Delta Line Shoregang in the port of New Orleans from 1952 to 1956 and from 1975 to 1978. Sea­ farer Henning was born in Gretna, La. and is a resident there. Junius Lacks, 55, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1959 sailing as a FOWT and cook. Brother Lacks attended Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS) Edu­ cational Conferences in Piney Point, Md. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Navy Seabees after World War II. Seafarer Lacks was born in Virginia and is a resident of Midlothian, Va. Nolan Raymond Ledet, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1965 sailing as a ship's delegate. Brother Ledet has a chief engineer's license. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Sea­ farer Ledet was born in Port Arthur, Texas and is a resi­ dent there. - Ferlton "Shakey" Jack Mears, 52, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in 1955 sailing as a recertified bosun. Brother Mears was graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in August 1975. He also helped to or­ ganize the Virginia Ferries and completed the SHLSS LNG course in 1979 in Piney Point, Md. Seafarer Mears is a wounded PFC veteran of the U.S. Army's Co. C, 38th In­ fantry Regiment in the Korean War. He holds the Purple Heart Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, BAR Marksman's Badge and the Korean Serv­ ice Medal with a Bronze Star. Mears was with the Army's 1677th M.P. Co. in West Ger­ many. Before that, he was awarded the Japanese Army of Occupation Clasp. Born in Wachapreague, Va., he is a resident of Brodnax, Va. Sammie Neal Nelson, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1960 sailing as a wiper. Brother Nelson worked on the port of Seattle SeaLand Shoregang from 1978 to 1980. He is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Nelson was born in Wisconsin and is a resident of Federal Way, Wis. Ernest Lee Odom, 63, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of Mobile sailing as a bosun. Brother Odom was bom in Alabama and is a resident of Brewton, Ala. Tomas C. Ramirez, 60, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955 saiiing as a BR utility. Brother Ramirez hit the bricks in the 1965 District Council 37 beef. He was bom in the Philippine Is. and is a resident of Martlney, Calif. Herbert "Mac" Gaylord McDonald, 65, joined the SIU John Latiman Rivera, 63, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1960 sailing as a bosun, in 1938 (charter member) in the port of tankerman and chief pump­ Baltimore sailing as a chief electrician, crane man. Brother McDonald was maintenance, shore crane maintenance aboard the SS Mayaguez electrician (SCME) and delegate and chief (Sea-Land) as an AB in May (Continued on Next Page) �-- - Pick a Promise, /n the Tradition of the Sea Any Promise This item comes from the "Good News/Bad News" de­ partment. First the good news. The Reagan administration called existing cargo preference programs for government ship­ ments "extremely important." That's what Howard Watters, the Maritime Administration's deputy administrator told a group of midwestem corn growers last month. The bad news, which is also old news to Seafarers, is that Watters told the growers the administration won't support any expansion of cargo preference to the commercial trades, in other words the Boggs bill and other efforts to guarantee cargo for American ships. The big question for the administration is this: If cargo preference is "extremely im­ portant" to American shipping, why doesn't the administration enforce the current laws? AMVER Rescue System is 25 "The old seafaring tradition of fellow mariners assisting each other in distress is alive and well in today's international maritime community." That was the word from AMVER, the Automated Mutual-assistance Vessel Rescue System as it be­ gan celebrating its silver anni­ versary in July. In the 25 years since the vol­ untary maritime assistance net­ work was formed by the Coast Guard, hundreds of lives have been saved and millions of dol lars in property reclaimed by shaving precious minutes from time needed to locate and plan the rescue of ships at sea. Members—16,000 in all from 95 nations—radio destinations and routes to AMVER. The in­ formation is filed onto com­ puters and referred to when dis­ tress calls are received from search and rescue organizations at one of the 17 Coast Guard AMVER bureaus by teletype. The vessel in trouble and nearby ships can be instantly located and the fastest rescue operation and approach determined by computer and cabled back. "The mechanics to make this simple concept work are ex­ traordinary," said one AMVER spokesman. "The system op­ erates using the latest in high technology computers, 105 co­ operating radio stations in 25 countries, and satellite and terrestial communication." Some 6,000 messages reach AMVER daily and the com­ puters plot the travel of about 2,400 ships. Though many nations con­ tinue to fund their own search and rescue agencies, it is im­ possible to track their own ships when they are half-way around the world. This is where AM­ VER services are especially es­ sential. WANTED! ^ Steward Department Upgraders Learn up-to-date skills needed aboard today's vessels. It's your ticket to Job Security! -• •? • J- Apply Now! Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook PenstaHBFS Corner (Continued from Page 28.) pumpman. Brother Rivera worked on the San Juan, P.R. Sea-Land Shoregang's SOME from 1966 to 1974. He was torpedoed on May 20, 1942 on the SS Clare (Bull Line). Seafarer Rivera Is a veteran of the U.S. Army In World War II. He also worked as a shipfitter. A native of Ponce, P.R., he Is a resident of Bayamon, P.R. Fernando Roxas Roa, 65, joined the SlU In the port of Tampa In 1950 sailing as a cook and baker. Brother Roa sailed In 1945 for the USMSTS as a storekeeper. He was born In the Philippines and Is a resident of Jersey City, N.J. Reuben Sigwart, 65, joined the SlU In 1946 In the port of New York sailing as an AB on the OS Long Lines (Trans­ oceanic Cable-AT&T) In 1983. Brother Sigwart was born In Colorado and Is a resident of Silver Springs, Nev. James Meiford Smith, 65, joined the SlU Jn 1939 In the port of Baltimore sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Smith also sailed as a chief engineer In 1982 for MEBA, District 2. He was bom in Wlllard, Ohio and Is a resident of KIrkland, Wash. Marvin Wliber West, 66, joined the SlU In the port of San Francisco In 1969 sailing as an AB and last sailed on the SS Pt. Mantee (Point Shipping). Brother West be­ gan sailing In 1945. He was born In Ovielo, Tenn. and Is a resident of Stearns, Ky. Norman Raymond Finger joined the Union In the port of Algonac, Mich. In 1976 sailing as a pilot-mate for the Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Co. from 1976 to 1978 and for Dunbar and Sullivan from 1978 to 1980. Brother Finger was graduated from the PIney Point Towboat Operators Course In 1979. He Is a resident of South Gage, Mich. William Morgan White, 70, joined the SlU In the port of San Francisco In 1956 sailing as a bosun. Brother White last sailed on the SS Pennsylva­ nia (Alpin Steamship) In 1977. He was born In Coffeyvllle, Kan. and Is a resident of Oak­ land, Calif. Edward Joseph Galiagher, 63, joined the Union In the port of Cleveland in 1968 sailing as a deckhand on the tug Virginia (Great Lakes Towing) in 1967. Brother Gallagher began sailing in 1939 and was a former mem­ ber of the International Broth­ erhood of Operating Engi­ neers Union. He Is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Navy In World War II. Laker Gallagher was bom In Cleveland and Is a resident of Lakewood, Ohio. Great Lakes Chester Keith Burfey, 65, joined the Union In the port of Frankfort, Mich. In 1954 sail­ ing as an AB on the M/V Viking (Ann Arbor Railroad) from 1947 to 1975. Brother Burley was born In Manlstlque, Mich, and Is a resident of Frankfort. Atlantic Fishermen Augustine Pisciteilo, 63, joined the SIUmerged Atlantic Fishermen's Union In the port of Gloucester, Mass. In 1980, sailing for the Gloucester Fisherman from 1967 to 1981. Brother Pisciteilo was bom In Gloucester and Is a resident there. - September 1983/LOG/29 I Ifr �I Deep Sea Pensioner Arnaldp Aleman, 62, died on June 20, 1982. Brother Aleman joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1970 sailing as a FOWT. He was born in Honduras and was a resident of New Orleans. Surviving is his widow , Zoila. Pensioner Francisco Alvarez, 73, passed away on July 26. Brother Alvarez joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Tampa sailing as a cook. He was born in Tampa and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, • Gloria and a sister, Angelica Arongo. Pensioner Thad Rudolph De Loach, 58, succumbed to coro­ nary disease in the Methodist Hospital in Jacksonville on July 2. Brother De Loach joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1954 sailing as a chief steward. He began sailing in 1946. Sea­ farer De Loach was born in Glennville, Ga. and was a resi­ dent of Jacksonville. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery, Jacksonville. Surviving are his widow, Jessie; a daughter, Karen and a sister. Zona B. Harvey of Satauna, Fla. Pensioner Vin­ cent Jerrold Fitz­ gerald, 76, suc­ cumbed to heart disease at home in New Orleans. Brother Fitzger_____ aid joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing in the steward depart­ ment. He began sailing in 1948. Seafarer Fitzgerald was born in New York City. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, New Or­ leans. Pensioner Joseph 'SJoe' Clement Le Wallen, 65, died of heart disease in Asheboro, N.C. on Sept. 29, 1982. Brother Le Wallen joined the SIU m 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun and 2nd mate. In 1976 he rode the 55 Sugar Is­ lander (Pacific-Gulf Marine). He was a member of the MEBA, District 2 from 1968 to 1976. Seafarer Le Wallen also sailed in World War II, Born in Alamanco County, N.C., he was a resident of Asheboro. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, Ashe­ boro. Surviving is his widow, Dantzler. Pensioner Al­ fonso Esperanzer Lopez, 74, passed away on July 3. Brother Lopez joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun. He was born in Puerto Rico and was a resi­ dent of Vieques, P.R. steward. He attended the Piney Point Crew Conference No. 8 in 1970. Seafarer Rudnicki was born in New York and was a resident of Franklinton, La. Surviving is his widow, Vir­ ginia. Pensioner Wil­ liam Myron Stark, 73, suc­ cumbed to pneu­ monia in the Studebaker Com­ munity Hospital in Norwalk, Calif, on July 26. Brother Stark joined the SIU sailing as a chief steward. He sailed 33 years. Born in Pennsylvania, Seafarer Stark was a resident of Lynwood, Calif. Cremation took place in the Angeles Abbey Cre­ matory in Compton, Calif. Sur­ viving is his sister, Winifred M. Johnson of Lynwood. David "Dave" Blonstein, 54, died on Dec. 8, 1980. Brother Blonstein joined the SIU in 1946 George Wasden died on April r in the port of New 27. Brother Wasden joined the York sailing as a SIU in the port of Norfolk. He ' bosun and AB. He hit the bricks was a resident of Norfolk. Silrin the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor Raymond Nicholson, 57, died viving is a niece, Linda Waddell beef and attended all U nion con­ of arteriosclerosis in Seattle on ventions, political rallies and PiApril 3, 1981. Brother Nichol­ of Norfolk. Pensioner ney Point conferences from 1954 , Pensipner Wil­ ,q son joined the SIU in 1943 in Renfro Duke Hall, to 1980. Seafarer Blonstein liam tVoeras, 77, 66, died ofheart- the port of Norfolk sailing ^ worked on the Sea-Land Shorepassed away : 'iJJ' ' • lung failure m the bosun. He Was born in Mary­ gang in Port Elizabeth, N.J. from from arterioscle-^ r!;! J Clear Lake Hbs-^ land and was a resident of Se­ 1967 to 1978. From 1958 to 1967 rosis at home in pital, Webster, attle. Interment Was in the Sevhe rode the sludge barges Dykes Brooklyn, N.Y7 T- ' Tekas on July 24. erna Park Mt. Carmel Cemetery and Judson K. Stickle (A & S on July ' Brother Hall in Baltimore,, Surviving are a Transport). Dave was born in Brother Woeras son, Kenneth of Tampa and two joined the"' SIU in 1942 in the ,Brooklyn, N.Y. and was a res­ sisters^ Majorje Ries of Canyon, joined the SIU in tlie porUof port of Baltimore sailing as a ident of Howard Beach, Queens, Calif, and Shirley Irvin. New York sailing as a wiper chief steward. He began sailing N.Y! Surviving are his widow, since 1946. He was bdm in EsAnn, who said "• • • he was in 1935, sailed during World Pensioner Sig­ tonia and was a naturalized devoted to his family" (two sons, War II and sailed inland for the urd Odegaard, U.S. citizen. Burial was in Neil, a teacher, and Charles a G & H Towing Co. from 1958 84, passed away Greenwood Cemetery in Brook­ to 1960. Seafarer Hall was born psychologist)and". . .heserved on July 12. lyn. the Union and the Union cause in Tampa, Fla. and was a resi­ Brother Ode­ Wilbur Franklin Yarrington for all the years he was associ­ dent of Houston. Interment was gaard began sail­ in Forest Lawn Cemetery, ated with the industry. . . . He ing in 1926 and Jr., 59, died in the Pajucara Houston. Surviving are his was extremely loyal and dedi­ joined the SIU Clinic, Recife, Brazil on June 6. widow, Bernadette; three sons, cated to the SIU no matter what sailing as a deck maintenance. Brother Yarrington joined the Michael, Glenn and Ronald and the cause . . Dave was always Seafarer Odegaard was born in SIU in 1946 in the port of Bal­ two daughters, Sharon and there for the Union." Norway and was a U.S. natu­ timore sailing as a reefer engi­ Jeanette. ralized citizen. He was a resi­ neer. He also attended San Ma­ Pensioner dent of Port Richey, Fla. Sur­ teo County (Calif.) Community Pensioner Carlos De Leon, Walter Jastrzeb- viving are his widow, Edith and CoUege. Seafarer Yarrington was 75, passed away ski, 69, passed a niece, Thelma McKenzie of born in Delaware and was a on July 25. resident of Daly City, Calif. Sur­ away on June 6. Rochester, N.H. Brother De Leon viving are his widow, Virginia Brother Jasjoined the SIU in Pensioner Ar­ and a daughter, Susan. trzebski joined the port of New thur Robert Rud­ ^ the SIU in the ^ _ __ York in 1950 sail­ nicki, 68, died on f port of New York ing as a steward utility. He beAug. 18. Brother Vn sailing in 1946. Seafarer De in 1952 sailing as a LNG FOWT. Rudnicki joined Leon was bom in Puerto Rico He began sailing in 1947. He the SIU in the and was a resident of Rio Pied- was bom in Kozlowka, Poland port of New Or­ ras, P.R. Surviving are his and was a naturalized U.S. cit­ leans in 1958 sail­ widow, Victoria and his daugh­ izen. Surviving is his widow, ing as a ship's delegate and chief Sophie. ter, Teresa of Rio Piedras. •f V •i . \'/ •^1 'i' "•M • tV- • '- • •. t I •<i '«'• • 30 / LOG / September 1983 mmm. ' .'1 �m SSSSS^Hik^^SSSS Great Lakes Pensioner Robert Gelkison Borland, 66. succumbed to a perforated ulcer in the Orlando (Fla.) Hospital on July 16. Bor­ land joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1961. He was born in Scotland, U.K., and was a resident of Orlando. Crema­ tion took place in the Carey Hand Crematory, Orlando. Sur­ viving are his widow, Barbara of Northridge, Calif, and a son, Loren. Edward Charles Hammer, 89, passed away on Aug. 26. Brother Hammer joined the Union in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. in 1961 sailing as a deckhand and line­ man for Great Lakes, Towing, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co., Luedtke Engineering, Dunbar and Sullivan and Han­ nah Marine from 1921 to 1981. Brother Hammer was bom in Buffalo and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Mildred and two sons, Leonard and Robert. Pensioner Carl Christ Johnsen, 83, passed away on July 13. Brother Johnsen joined the Union in 1946 in the port of Chicago, 111. He sailed for the Great Lakes Towing Co. and the Great Lakes Dredge and Deck Co. from 1947 to 1966. Laker Johnsen was a resident of St. Petersburg, Fla. Surviving is a daughter, Juanita of St. Petersburg. Pensioner Howard Edgar Kight, 63, died of a heart attack in the Charlotte (N.C.) Hospital on June 20. Brother Kight joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1955 sailing as an oiler for McKee and Sons in 1974. He began sailing in 1951. Kight was born in Alleghany County, Md. and was a resident of Charlotte, N.C. Interment was in Ever­ green Cemetery, Charlotte, N.C. Surviving is his mother, Annie of Frostburg, Md. Pensioner Anthony M. Korsak, 62, succumbed to cancer at home in Cleveland, Ohio on July 13. Brother Korsak joined the Union in 1944 in the port of Philadelphia. He was born in Pennsylvania. Cremation took place at Cremation Services, Cleveland. Surviving are a sis­ ter, Mrs. Ralph (Petronella) Qualtiere of Cleveland and a nephew, Louis E. Qualtiere of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Pensioner John Joseph Rotta, 74, passed away on July 5. Brother Rotta joined the Union in the port of Milwaukee, Wis. in 1961 sailing as a deckhand for the Great Lakes Towing Co. He was bora in Milwaukee and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Mary Rose and a daughter, Mrs. Marion Malkowski of Miles, Wis. Pensioner Carl David Shoup, 75, succumbed to heart-lung failure at home in the Hardin County Home in Kenton, Ohio on May 23. Brother Shoup sailed as a watchman. He was born in Pennsylvania. Burial was in the St. Mark's Reformed Cemetery in Monroe, Pa. Surviving is a sister. Ruby I. Thompson. Pensioner Francis Leroy Slygh Jr., died of heart failure in the Lakeland (Fla.) Medical Center on May 12. Brother Slygh joined the Union in 1947 in the port of Lorain, Ohio sailing as a deckhand for the Great Lakes Towing Co. in 1982. He was bora in Sandusky, Ohio and was a resident of Lakeland. Cre­ mation took place in the Lake­ land Crematory. Surviving are his widow, Gail; a son, Robert and a daughter, Debra. Marine Cooks Pensioner Francis Donald Berkeley, 80, passed away from heart failure in the Laguna Honda Hospital, San Francisco on July 11. Brother Berkeley joined the SlU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union (MC&SU) in the port of San Francisco. He first sailed on the West Coast in 1941. Berkeley was a MC&S cook and baker for 20 years. Bora in Colorado, he was a resident of San Francisco. Cre­ mation took place in the Pleas­ ant Hill Cemetery Crematory, Sebastopol, Calif. His ashes were scattered at sea. Surviving are his widow, Nancy and three daughters, Linda, Cynthia and Clara. Pensioner John "Johnny" Childs, 62, died of a heart attack in Seattle on June 29. Brother Childs joined the MC&SU in the port of Seattle sailing as a messman. He first sailed on the West Coast in 1943. Childs was M5r( a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces. A native of Seattle, he was a resident there Cremation took place in Seattle Surviving are a niece, Sharon N. Mason of Lynwood, Wash, and a nephew, Darrell Mason. Pensioner Aquilino Bautista Corpus, 89, succumbed to a brain hemorrhage in the Wadsworth U.S. Veterans Administration Medical Center in Los Angeles on May 13. Brother Corpus joined the MC&S in the port of San Francisco, first sailing on the West Coast in 1950. He sailed as a cook for 25 years. Corpus also rode the SS Modesta of Manila, P.I. Bora in the Philippines, he was a resi­ dent of Los Angeles. Burial was in Resurrection Cemetery, San Gabriel, Calif. Surviving are his widow, Perse veranda; a daugh­ ter, Lever of Singapore, Malay­ sia and Manila; four nephews, Alfonso of Manila, Crispin, Benito and Alexander Picar, all of San Francisco and two neices, Arlene and Dr. Maria Picar of San Francisco. Leroy Johnson, 64, died from a ruptured ulcer aboard the 55 President Cleveland (APL) on Sept. 2, 1982. Brother Johnson joined the MC&SU in the port of Seattle first sailing on the West Coast in 1945. He sailed as a chief cook. And he was bora in Georgia and was a res­ ident of Portland, Ore. Surviv­ ing is a sister, Willie Mae Hart of Portland. THERE'S NO ROOM FOR JUNKIES ON OUR SHIP9! BE A PROFESSIONAL SEAMAN AVOID NARCOTICS! September 1983/LOG/31 ii �''v^ ••" . ,:,^iv:.,v.i:;,, i• . ' -A. i V Directory of Ports DispatcKers Report for Deep Sea ^VUGr 1 31' 1983 Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia Baitimore Norfolk... Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilminoton Seattle Puerto Rico.. Houston.. PineyPoint Totals <, "I. I :> , • • : .Vi .! • •-•^5 . '1': 1^r., .Jl.; . ^ f fv .i •Hi!;- TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 250 600 83 24 1 55 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 3 0 11 1 0 11 6 0 7 17 0 10 30 100 52 9 2 52 28 1 42 23 0 24 11 0 , 51 11 1 29 16 ' 0 7 3 0,4 2 0 31 15 1 26 19 0 11 3 0 7 16 0 48 19 0 29 14 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 3«1 124 5 251 141 1 Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston PineyPoint. ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 41 2 0 0 0 ^0 9 2 0 6 6 0 2.0 0 39 11 3 15 2 0 18 14 0 5 2 0 16 17 0 8 9 0 22 5 0 020 2 2 0 41 11 0 0 0 0 20 0 0 8 3 0 13 0 1 52 15 1 20 9 0 28 9 1 5 1 0 27 13 2 2 6 0 26 13 0 000 Totals 244 Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia Baltimore..... Norfolk.. Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattie Puerto Rico Houston PineyPoint Totals . Port Gloucester NewYork.... Philadelphia — Baitimore Norfolk.. Mobile. NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston ^. Piney Point Totals *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 33 0 1. 6 4 -21 \ 19 v 10 0 . % 10 10 21 0 -i m 82 5 182 1 14 0 1 2 1 8 8 28 2 8 0 3 0 76 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 - 0 1 :0 — 0 0 4 1 32 0 10 3 2 27 15 17 2 11 3 9 0 132 \ :..... ;... :... Totals All Departments 1 32 0 13 7 0 14 9 11 1 9 7 16 0 120 72 3 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 0 21 0 0 0 2 0 8 0 0 0 21 1 3 0 23 0 1 0 23 0 1 0 10 0 10 0 124 1 "REGISTCRED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 0 1 0 0 • 35 0 0 ,0 1 0 0 0 37 614 0 207 63 3 1 6 0 39 11 0 23 10 0 29 50 116 21 6 78 33 1 102 29 5 55 30 5 64 24 2 10 7 0 119 47 1 0 0«2 849 300 23 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 0 1 0 ., 2 6 0 0 4 6 1 153 45 0 2 0 0 43 3 0 15 * 3 0 34 6 1 84 29 1 40 26 0 58 17 5 26 10 0 58 22 3 9 7 0 83 33 0 000 23 " 609 0 1 0 69 0 1 0 10 014 0 21 10 44 0 30 0 26 0 11 0 25 0 13 0 47 0 0 10 312 207 11 3 42 0 3 3 1 11 20 • 70 8 10 3 10 0 184 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 0 2 0 0 0 8 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 6 108 0 19 20 5 38 36 94 10 33 19 24 18 430 0 9 0 0 0 1 6 3 55 1 4 1 0 0 80 ^ . ^ . - A; . 0 0 3 51 2 21 11 4 42 12 31 6 15 13 33 0 244 17 248 11 47 34 27 81 75 205 69 65 38 82 0 999 0 17 0 2 0 4 7 4 90 3 11 2 0 0 140 70 2,014 1,690 182 , 0 ' . 0 863 712 94 \ 565 337 5 •• ^ "Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ^"'Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. n- Trip Reliefs Shipping in the month of August was up from the month of Juiy. A totai of 977 Jobs were shipped in August on SiU-contracted deep sea vesseis. Of the 977 jobs shipped, 565 jobs or about 58 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were fiiied by "B" and "C" seniority peopie. There were 70 trip reiief Jobs shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a totai of 391 relief jobs have been shipped. •:\ ; ;;;i, Take the Baste Welding Course • at SHLSS. Course Starts November 21 ii; ' :. V '•\t F' iV K V Send in your application today. t See your SlU Field Representative, or fill out the application in this issue of the LOG. h aj / LOG / September 1983 iSfev, Frank Drozak, Pmsident Ed Tumar, Exec. 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LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON, Calif. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (213)549-4000 Support SPAD �'•/ It's Your Move ..... At AFL-CIO Council Meeting Labor Makes Plans for Future U.S. Economic and Social Gains I j''. - Make it in the Right Direction To crew U.S! Flag ships today, you have to keep up with world technology. Make your move toward good pay, pxcellent working conditions and a secure future. Enroll in the SHLSS Automation Course November 21 . Fill out the application in this issue of the Log. of Contact the Admissions Office at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, Maryland 20674. KNOW YOUK RICHTS Congresswoman Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.) had some words of en­ couragement for labor's programs when she attended the recent meeting of the AFL-CIO Executive Council in Boston. During a break in the work session, she chatted with three of the Federation's executive council members, from left, Paul Burnsky, president of the AFL-CIO Metal Trades Department: Frank Drozak, president of the SlU and the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department, and Vincent Sombrotto, president of the National Association of Letter Carriers. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or ofiicer is attempt­ ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc.. as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU ^fAtlantic. Ciulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's "'-money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three ntonths. which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membershijj. makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various triLst fund agreements. All the.se agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ ity are proteeted exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any,violation of your shipping or .seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are avail­ able in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for DI" on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time, any SIU KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EQUAL RIGHTS. All members arc guaranteed equal rights in employment and as'niembers of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no piember may be discrimi­ nated against because of race, creed, color, sex and na­ tional or geographic origin. If any member feels that he iji ylenie4 the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. Illl||||ll|llillllllll|||||llll||llllllll|||lltllllllllllllilllll>l|||| patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY —THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purpo.ses of any individual in the Union, j officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing J articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective j:. membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed-.,' by membership action at the Siy^tember. 1960. meetings^ in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Lo^ policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of.' the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Boaril may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. . PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplving a receipt, or if a member is required to nutke a payment and is given an olficial receipt, but feels that he should not.have been required to make such payment, this should iritrnediatcly be reported to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro­ ceeds are used to further its objects and purposes includ­ ing. but not limited to. furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine w^ith • improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within .10 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union recotds or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Itay and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. September 1983/LOG/33 , i- 4 m - .r -II m �. '.f A, Digest of Ships Neetings . f. -•f' }s=; :''4 •* " 'v »: '-'ti- I'IT :]M- .< L «• •i '\fW ,vi: (It'- '1:. ^it' U("H'5!V' •W 'iil •vi ': M.-.- •fiSi 'ill; ' • -rli f %" H .Htv, i. AMCO TRADER (American Coastal Lines), July 3—Chairman Al Whitmer; Secretary Timothy B. Flem­ ing: Educational Director Marcario. No disputed OT. Minutes of the last meet­ ing were posted. No new communi­ cations have been received except for the LOG. The chairman suggested that an anchor pool be started to build up the ship's fund and to purchase mov­ ies. He also mentioned that the ship's library is sorely in need of books. Crewmembers were urged to bring up any beefs they may have at Union and shipboard meetings, not in bars or other public places. The steward will order new pillows and mattresses for the crew. It was also noted that the messmen's room needs a new fan for proper ventilation when the air condi­ tioner is not running, and that the crew needs a washer and dryer. A vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ partment for their good work this voy­ age. BAYAMON (Puerto Rico Marine), June 13—Chairman William D. Morris; Secretary Sidney Garner; Educational Director Joseph Bailey; Steward Del­ egate John Katsos. No disputed OT. All is running smoothly aboard ship. Payoff is scheduled to take place in San Juan, P.P. The ship is then due for the dry dock in Baltimore. All com­ munications from headquarters have been posted. A memo was read from the chief engineer regarding the new sewerage system, and he reminded crewmembers not to throw matches, cigarettes and towels into the system. The permanent jobs issue was dis­ cussed. The entire crew is 100 percent against permanent jobs. They feel strongly that it doesn't concem just the "key men," but the entire membership. A letter will be sent to headquarters regarding the Bayamon crew's feel­ ings on the subject. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: San Juan, P.P. COMANCHE (American Bulk Car­ riers), May 30—Chairman G.E. Annis; Secretary J.A. Darrow; Educational Di­ rector D.P. Swaner; Steward Delegate Henry Armstrong Jr. No disputed OT. The chairman reported that since the ship was activated, it has not received any communications from headquar­ ters. At that time, it was mentioned that the Comanche was under orga­ nizational status and that all crewmem­ bers were to abide by the contract. A new drinking machine and washing machine were installed, but the TV and video still need fixing. Also, the bosun requested a donation of $20 to buy new movies. A standing ovation was given to the new steward depart­ ment for their excellent food and serv­ ices. Heading out to Karachi and Sin­ gapore, then back to Los Angeles or Portland for payoff in August. i :• l-n- *I < COVE MARINER (Cove Ship­ ping), July 7—Chairman Freddie Goethe; Secretary Henry W. Roberts; Educational Director Clarence Crowder; Deck Delegate Stephen H. Ful- ford; Engine Delegate Nathaniel Kiser Jr.; Steward Delegate John Forbes. No disputed OT. There is $10 in the ship's fund. The chairman announced that he and the pumpman will be taking a two-month relief trip. He urged all members to participate in Union activ­ ities when ashore and also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD. A discussion was held about the TVa percent wage increase going into the Welfare Plan, and when a vote was taken by the patrolman on July 2, the crew unanimously voted in favor of the resolution. Items needing repair in­ clude the washing machine and dryer. Also, there is no drinking fountain on the deck department side of the ship, and the drain in that department needs fixing so that the shower functions properly. All rooms do not have fans, but the chief engineer said he has 12 on order. A vote of thanks was given by all hands to the steward department for a job well done. DELTA CARIBE (Delta Steamship Line), July 3—Chairman K. Koutouras; Secretary Russell A. Cobb; Educa­ tional Director Billy Joe Ball; Deck Delegate Lewis H. Francis; Engine Delegate Steven M. Welan; Steward Delegate Prince Baker. There was some disputed OT in the deck and steward departments. The chairman reported that the ship's next port would be Haifa, Israel, arriving there around July 12. He also gave a brief lecture on safety aboard ship and stressed the impor­ tance of upgrading at Piney Point and of making voluntary contributions to SPAD. The crewmembers talked about the IVz percent raise that went to the Welfare Plan, and a brief discussion was held on the permanent jobs issue. Following the discussion, a vote was taken on whether to have permanent jobs, and the entire ship's crew voted against the issue. They concluded that what was good for one Seafarer is good for all Seafarers, and they didn't think that having members with per­ manent jobs would help the Union in any way. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. The secretary thanked the crew for helping to keep the messhall area and pantry area clean, and a vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Haifa, Israel. GOLDEN PHOENIX (Titan Navi­ gation), July 10—Chairman Fred Dorney; Secretary Jesse B. Natividad; Educational Director Romito E. Base; Deck Delegate Abdulla S. Esayi; En­ gine Delegate John Miller; Steward Delegate P.B. Sanderson. No disputed OT or beefs. There is $20 in the ship's fund. A letter from headquarters was received aboard ship pertaining to the pay increases. It stated that the yVa percent wage increase would be ap­ plied to the Welfare Plan. This decision had been reached because the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan cannot continue to provide the benefits for members, dependents and pensioners with its current income. Also, contracted com­ panies with vessels being laid up are unable to increase their contributions to the Welfare Plan. With the loss of the USPHS hospitals, the cost of pro­ viding medical benefits to members, dependents and pensioners has gone up an additional $1 million. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Safaga, Egypt. MANHATTAN (Hudson Water­ ways), July 10—Chairman Robert J. Edwards; Secretary Richard Keefe; Deck Delegate John Kane; Engine Delegate Jonathan Young; Steward Delegate John Wriggins. No disputed OT or beefs reported. There is $56 in the ship's fund. The chairman talked with the crew, discussing both the estimated time of arrival in upcoming ports and the need for constant up­ grading and self-improvement of crew­ members. The washing machine in the crew's laundry is broken. That and other items will be included on the repair list to t)e turned into the boarding patrolman at payoff. Chief Cook Ivan Gomez will be leaving the ship. He was given a round of applause and a vote of thanks by the crew for being such an exceptional cook—and a great person. Payoff will be in Long Beach on July 12; then on to Valdez, Alaska. MOUNT VERNON VICTORY (Victory Carriers), July 23—Chairman J.D. Foster; Secretary B.E. Fletcher; Educational Director L. Nixon. No dis­ puted OT or beefs. The ship will be paying off in Texas City, Texas on July 24. The chairman asked that all needed repairs be noted on the repair list such as the locks and hooks on doors. He also talked about the importance of the Boggs Bulk Bill to the maritime industry and stressed the necessity for all crewmembers to write to their congressional representatives and ask for their support of this piece of legis­ lation. The importance of donating to SPAD was also stressed at this time. Everything was reported to be running very smoothly. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job very well done and for keeping the crew happy by putting out some very good food. Next port: Texas City, Texas. 34 / LOG / September 1983 ^Ssssss.. NEW YORK (Bay Tankers), July 3—Chairman L.C. Rich; Secretary W. Wroten; Educational Director W. McMillion; Deck Delegate Lance Zoll^ ner; Engine Delegate Steve Bower; Steward Delegate Kassen ^alah; Treasurer Scott Shackleton. There was some disputed OT in the steward de­ partment. There will be $40 in the ship's fund after the arrival pool in Long Beach, at which time the treas­ urer will try to purchase some new movies. The chairman explained to crewmembers that the wage increase will be diverted into the Welfare Plan this year, and that this action—a direct result of the Reagan administration's closing the USPHS hospitals—is needed to maintain health benefits for members and their dependents. The secretary urged members to support this resolution, reminding them that it is vital to keep the Welfare Plan finan­ cially sound. The engine delegate re­ ported that a wiper was taken off ship sibk in Valdez, Alaska, and that a pumpman was taken off sick in Pan­ ama. These are two examples of the medical expenses that the Welfare Plan must now bear since the USPHS hospitals have been closed. The ed­ ucational director left the vessel in Panama for medical treatment, but the chairman has the educational mate­ rials from Piney Point which are avail­ able to all. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for its ex­ cellent food and service. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas Corp.), June 12—Chairman F. Cottongin; Secretary G. Richardson; Educational Director S. Marno; Deck Delegate John W. Cooper; Treasurer Douglas A. Clark. No beefs or OT reported. A motion was made and passed for each crewmember to do­ nate $1 to the ship's treasury each trip. This fund will be for emergencies. The chairman noted that pollution in­ formation has been posted. He asked that all crewmembers read the notice, especially the items which state that you shouldn't throw trash and garbage overt)oard within 50 miles of the shore, and that all garbage and trash should be placed in cans when inside this 50 mile radius of land. The educational director reminded all members who qualify that upgrading opportunities are available at Piney Point. He also stressed the importance of writing to congressional representatives, seek­ ing their support for the Boggs bill. A discussion was held on the merits of permanent jobs versus rotary shipping. All members agreed that they pre­ ferred rotary shipping. Next port: Port Arthur, Texas. OVERSEAS VALDEZ (Maritime Overseas Corp.), July 3—Chairman William Feil, Secretary R.H. Mann; Educational Director J. Chianese; Deck Delegate Bradford Wheeler; Engine Delegate Stanley T. Grooms; Steward Delegate N.F. Taylor. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck depart­ ment. The chairman said that he spoke with the captain during the past week. The captain wanted to remind crew to keep their quarters clean. He does not want to invade the privacy of crew­ members and will count on each one to adhere to all rules. On the subject �of drinking, he mentioned that anyone caught over-Indulging In alcohol will be searched and disciplinary action will have to be taken. There was some confusion over the resolution that was received pertaining to the IVz percent raise. Crewmembers felt they did not know enough about the subject to vote, but they were in agreement that there is a problem with the health care issue. Next port: Diego Garcia. PITTSBURGH (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), July 10—Chairman K.R. Marston; Secretary D.G. Chafin; Educational Director R.J. Bowman; Steward Del­ egate Miguel A. Robler. No disputed OT. The chairman told members that in order to change the 90-day rule for "A" seniority Seafarers, they must send a handwritten letter to the Negotiating Committee. He also told the crew that he would be leaving the ship this trip in Elizabeth, N.J. due to health rea­ sons. In his farewell comments he said, "I tried for seven minutes at the last meeting to express my thanks and gratitude to this crew for the way you have treated me. Again I say you have been a very good crew, and I hope you treat the next bosun the same as you have treated me. Thanks again and farewell." Several repairs have now been on record for over three months, but have not yet been fixed. They include the video machine, the TV and the antenna. It was also sug­ gested that a portable toilet be put onboard for use by the longshoremen. Everyone was asked to be considerate of their fellow seamen and help pre­ serve some sense of privacy. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Thanks were given to the stew­ ard department for the good food and service and for the early feedings. Npxt port: Elizabeth, N.J. POINT VAIL (Point Shipping), July 3—Chairman John Moss; Secretary George L. Vourloumis; Educational Di­ rector Hanable Smith; Deck Delegate Marvin P. Zimbro; Engine Delegate Theodore Bush III. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck and steward departments, the chairman reported that no new communications had been received onboard ship since departing Port Said, Egypt, although word had been received with regard to the June 15th reuse and what was being done with it. He also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD to help keep the maritime industry afloat. The mail sit­ uation is very poor; this problem will be brought up with the boarding pa­ trolman. Also, the ship needs fumiga­ tion. Next port: Nederland, Texas. ST. LOUIS (Sea-Land Service), July 24—Chairman William F. O'Brien; Secretary Humberto Ortiz; Educational Director Michael Donlon; Deck Dele­ gate Jose D. Bonefont; Engine Dele­ gate Humberto Vazquez. No disputed OT or beefs. Everything is running fairly smoothly although two men missed the ship in San Juan, P.R., a fireman and a wiper. The secretary reported on the wage increase going into the Welfare Plan. He felt that it was the right action for the Seafarers and their families. Since the USPHS hospitals closed, the Union has been taking care of providing medical care to members and their dependents, and this has proven to be a heavy burden on the Welfare Plan. SEA-LAND ECONOMY (SeaLand Service), July 3—Chairman John Higgins; Secretary Sam Brown; Edu­ cational Director Willie Lindsey; Deck Delegate B. L. Jarratt; Steward Dele­ gate Eddie Fisher. No disputed OT. There is $15 in the ship's fund. This money will be used to purchase a clock for the new seamen's club in Morgan Point, Texas. Sam Brown, the ship's secretary will buy a ship's wheel clock for $28, and this will be a gift to the club from the entire crew of the SeaLand Economy. There is also $70 in the movie fund. Much of the credit for building up this amount is due to Willie Lindsey who made up the arrival pools and took care of the movie funds. With a new videocassette machine, this fund will now go toward the purchase of movies. The secretary reported on the new seamen's club. The grand open­ ing was June 5. This is a branch of the much larger club in Houston, and they have bus service from Sea-Land's main gate to the club from 1500 to 2100 hours. A meeting will be held with the port steward upon payoff in New Orleans. There is no excuse for running out of fresh fruit on the voyage and for not getting fresh melons with port stores upon arrival in Port Ever­ glades, Fla. The steward department is doing a very good job with the supplies available, and its members were given a vote of thanks. Next ports are scheduled to be Port Everglades and Houston, then back to New Orle­ ans for payoff on July 10. SENATOR (Coordinated Carib­ bean Transport), June 26—Chairman D. McCorvey; Secretary J. Gillian; Ed­ ucational Director R. Joslin; Deck Del­ egate P.M. Rose. No disputed OT or beefs reported. The chairman read the letters received from headquarters pertaining to the IVz percent raise going into the welfare fund. The mem­ bership was very misinformed about this issue, and it still needs some clarification. He also relayed some good news—^the washing machine has fi­ nally been repaired. The company says that they are going to keep a spare washing machine in the warehouse to bring aboard when one breaks down and can't be repaired. He also had some information about the status of QMEDs. Garbage chutes have been designed and made up by the bosun. These are for theconvenience of crewmembers—to be used for dry garbage only—so it would be appreciated if all hands would use these chutes and help keep the ship dean. Next port: Miami, Fla. Digest of Ships Meetings STUYVESANT (Bay Tankers), June 19—Chairman Fred Findahl; Secretary R. Fluker; Educational Di­ rector B. Stockman. No disputed OT. The chairman reported that a wire had been received from headquarters with regard to new wages, and that there will be no rate increase since the IVz percent raise will go into the Welfare Plan. The ship is scheduled to pay off on June 23 in San Pedro, Calif., and he will see the Union representative at that time. He also reminded those members who are eligible to take ad­ vantage of the classes and upgrading programs offered at Piney Point. The secretary thanked the crew for helping to keep a clean ship, and on behalf of the rest of the Stuyvesant crew, he wished Brother Chester Hughart all the best of luck on his retirement from SlU. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: San Pedro, Calif. TRAVELER (Ogden Marine), July 10—Chairman Walter Butterton; Sec­ retary A.W. Hutcherson; Educational Director Howard Daniels; Deck Dele­ gate Bobby L. Riddick; Engine Dele­ gate Peter Sorensen; Steward Dele­ gate Jerry E. Wood. No disputed OT. There is now $100 in the ship's fund and all donations are welcome to build it up. There have been no communi­ cations from headquarters except for the announcement that the wage in­ crease will go into the Welfare Plan. The chairman said he hoped that everyone understood the reasons for this—that with the closing of the USPHS hospitals, medical expenses have climbed tremendously. He also noted that he has had a good crew to work with this voyage and to keep up the good work. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Alex­ andria, Egypt. WALTER RICE (Reynolds Met­ als), July 3—Chairman James F. Cun­ ningham; Secretary Sam Davis; Edu­ cational Director M.W. Roberson; Deck Delegate Stephen W. Gardiner; Stew­ ard Delegate Denell Reynolds. No dis­ puted OT was reported, but some beefs were brought up by the engine delegate. The captain will draw up a list for relief in Philadelphia, for the men who are taking time off, and a repair list will be turned in. The ship will pay off in the port of Philadelphia, and the chairman stressed to the mem­ bers the importance of donating to SPAD. He also mentioned that while in port the rooms will be sprayed for roaches. Everything else appears to be running smoothly, although one problem of invasion of privacy was reported. It will be brought up with the boarding patrolman. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Phila­ delphia, Pa. Official ships minutes were also re­ ceived from the following vessels: MflmM KVBJOPER OVEMEAS VIVIM PAIMOT MLTMIME PORTUm BEAVER CTA1E LYN SANPBIRO SARTAiARBARA SAHTAUICU BUTTBR fiVRHHErr G8VE1RABBI BaTARUW BELTARBBRE BBUnOBEAVOR MBa UHB BEACH MBBflJE MBRUPANU OVERSEAS CHICAB8 OVaSEAS JOYCE SEA-IAHB DBOBER SEA4AIRI BEVBHrei SEA4Aa EEPIBRa SU-lAMEXnCSS sa4AniRDaaDa Sa-IAM MHOVAia Sa4AMIIARMa YFAHAa fin sa-iA»PAca Sa-LAWPHNra sa4Aa PROBOca SU-UURI VOYAOa SYMOFTEIAS LMTAUHn ULIRASU Monthly Mosnbership Meetings Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Jacksonville Algonac Detroit Houston New Orleans Mobile San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Piney Point San Juan St. Louis Honolulu Duluth Jeffersonvilie Gloucester Jersey City Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Date , Monday, October 3 Tuesday, October 4 Wednesday, October 5 Thursday, October 6 .Thursday, October 6 Friday, October 7 Friday, October 7 Monday, October 10 : Tuesday, October II Wednesday, October 12 Thursday, October 13 Monday, October 17 Friday, October 21 Friday, October 14 Thursday, October 6. Friday, October 14 Thursday, October 13. Wednesday, October 12 .Thursday, October 20 Tuesday, October 18 Wednesday, October 19 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 1.. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. September 1983/LOG/35 �» .-ir- Admiral Rowden Takes Helm As Military Sealift Commander Vice Adm. William H. Row­ den became the 14th com­ mander of the Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSG) in of­ ficial ceremonies held at MSG headquarters in Washington, D.G. August 2. He relieved Rear Adm. Warren G. Hamm, Jr., who now resumes his post as Deputy Commander/Director of Operations for the command. VADM Rowden previously had been commander of the Na­ vy's Sixth Fleet in the Mediter­ ranean. In his new role as MSG commander, he now has re­ sponsibilities for the 150 ships in the MSG Controlled Fleet. A native of New Hampshire, Adm. Rowden is a 1952 gradu­ ate of the U.S. Naval Academy. He served at sea from 1952 until 1957, the last two years as com­ manding officer of the coastal minesweeper USS Cormorant. He returned to sea in 1963 to command the escort ship USS Bauer for two years, and in 1973 he commanded the guided mis­ sile cruiser USS Columbus. In his new position at Military Sealift Command he is respon­ sible for providing the necessary sealift to deploy and sustain mil­ itary forces overseas, as rapidly and for as long as operational requirements dictate. personals LeHemiah Doctor Na Daniel Doctor HuyettS. Hogan Please contact your daughter, Joyce Brower, 807 S-E. Hth St., Wagoner, Okla. 74467. Thomas J. Shields Please contact your daughter, Jodi Hawes, 109-19 118th SG, So. Ozone Park, Queens, N.Y. 11421. You have a grandson! i ' •'IB Robert C. Crosley Please contact your son, Teddy, at (504) 347-3125. By Debbie Greene Survivors of July 4, 1942 Convoy PQ.17 I would like to hear from any remaining survivors from the SS Ironclad, SS Pan Kraft, Alcoa Ranger, Christopher Newport or other survivors of the July 4, 1942 convoy PQ.17 to Mur­ mansk. I arri interested in anec­ dotes or any pertinent infor­ mation concerning that convoy. Please contact: Fred T. Miller, 1304 P.H. 10, Castle Rock, Wash. 98611. •ffli^IurTthe Celestial Navigation Course at _SHLSS^ It'll help you learn what you need 1-1 ocean operator Over 200 Miles Ucense. And that Somact%l5TsiU pfeld Re°preTemXe, or fill out the application in this Issue of the Log. Course Starts November 7 36/LOG/September 1983 a) tl SeaLog X-Word Across 4\. Please contact Sandra Adele Dean Linder at 2910 N.W. 65th St., Miami, Fla. 33147 or call (305) 835-9702. She's trying to organize a family reunion. I. Component of smog 4. Period of time 6. Moisture 8. Hartwr; port II. Weak 15. Animaifat 16. Yarn 18. Baba or Muhammad 20. • your are, s/he is 21. DG connector 23. Delays: holds back 26. Kind of air rifie 27. Heavy cord 29. Conjunction 30. Ship's structure 32. Canal 33. Chum 34. Toward shelter 35. Pound (abbr.) 36. Virile males 38. thee I sing ... 40. Fellow SiU member (abbr.) 42. Alley 45. Part of AB Walesa 49. 51. Maintain 52. Row 53. Capri or Wight 54. Plural suffix 55. Feel ill 57. Wilbur's brother (abbr.) 59. Either 60. Remained 61. Thirty (Fr.) Down 2. Exclamation of surprise 3. Festive occasion 4. The bitter 5. Fore and. 6. Per.^— 7. Elevated railway 9. Alaskan port 10. Lake or canal 12. Precipitation 13. 49th state 14. Levees 17. Telegram 19. Canal 22. Entangle (as an anchor) 24. Bind together 25. Not in use 26. Complaint Beach, Calif. 28. Runs away 31. 36. Tally 37. Negative reply 39. Part of AGLIWD 41. Get out of debt 43. Oil 44. Place or location 4<B. Good, better. 47. Ship's cargo area 48. Horse's gait 50. Coagulate 56. That is (abbr.) 58. What comes into a sta. Answers to Previous Puzzle •a aaBBOB • �Job-Trip Relief Proposal At^^ttibership meetings held at all deep-sea ports in March, 1983, the membership approved the Headquarters recommendation that a six man rank and file committee, equally representing the Deck, En­ gine and Steward departments, be elected at the June membership meeting in the Port of New York to conduct an extensive study to determine the effect of the Per­ manent Job-Trip Relief Procedures for key ratings, established by the Seafarers Appeals Board on Dec. 16, 1981 and instituted on April 1, 1982 at all deep-sea hiring halls. On June 6, 1983, at the general membership meeting in the Port of New York, such a Committee was elected and reported to the Union Headquarters in Camp Springs, Maryland to commence the study, which when completed, would be presented to the membership. We, the undersigned Study Committee herein submit our find­ ings and recommendations. In order that the effect of the Permanent Job-Trip Relief Proce­ dures be fully evaluated, discus­ sions were held with rank and file members, various Union officials, the Seafarers Appeals Board, rep­ resentatives from various federal agencies, including the Navy, the Maritime Administration, the Mil­ itary Sealift Command, the Trans­ portation Institute, and delegates from the International Transport Workers Federation representing the Seafaring Section Manning Committee from 28 countries. From discussions with the Union representatives from these 28 countries, we find that they are having the same problems as we who sail aboard the U.S. flag mer­ chant fleet: automation, technolog­ ical change, crew reduction and demands for increased productiv­ ity. From each group with whom we discussed the issue of perma­ nent jobs we found that it was not an optional issue, but mandatory. This is the position of those who basically generate and direct the cargoes for the vessels from which we derive our livelihood: the var­ ious Federal agencies, including the Nav^ and Military Sealift Com­ mand. We find that to move a ton of grain on an American flag vessel of 50,000 DWT the cost is $140 a ton. On a foreign flag vessel of the same tonnage, the cost is less than $60 a ton. Crew turnover on SIU contracted vessels is one of the causes of higher operational costs which creates a competitive dis­ advantage with our competitors. Contracts offered by the Military Sealift Command to U.S. flag op­ erators clearly state: Request for Proposal U.S^ Navy No. N0003383 R-306 "The Contractor shall ensure continuity of employment to the Helping Our Sister Unions Members of the SIU helped the Hotel Trades Department of the AFLCIO maintain a picket line against the Marriott Hotel at LaGuardia Airport in New York recently. Walking the picket line with the SIU were the ILA, the New York Central Labor Council and the Maritime Port Council. To the immediate right of the SIU banner, in a suit, is Vito Pitta, president of the New York Hotel Trades Department. greatest practicable extent among licensed and unlicensed personnel, within the fleet as a whole. This includes establish­ ing procedures to permit person­ nel to be re-employed upon com­ pletion of vacation, illnesses, etc." _ Discussions with top Navy per­ sonnel verified support of such contractual requirement. Our review of comments sub­ mitted by the membership by let­ ter, ship's minutes and patrolman's reports indicated mixed feelings concerning permanency. Complaints that permanency would curtail job turnover were found not to be true as the Shipping and Registration reports from the various hiring halls clearly indi­ cated that 24,601 days of relief were created between April 1,1982 and March 31, 1983, which in­ cluded; 129 76 28 53 8 1 Bosuns Stewards Pumpmen Electricians Reefer Engineers QMED/Plumber/Machinist 3 Passenger Utilities At this time, there are vessels that still do not have personnel holding permanent status. Another complaint directed at permanency was that those in­ volved would become "company stiffs". In all of the correspondence or discussions with the membership; we did not receive one complaint of this type. We, as seamen, are deeply con­ cerned about our future. In the past ten years, vessel size, mod­ ernized cargo handling proce­ dures, automation, technology, world-wide competition for control of the high seas, the age of our fleet and U.S. Coast Guard ap­ proved manning reductions have resulted in extensive job losses to the American seamen. As a Broth­ erhood of seamen; we are obligated to determine a fair and equitable distribution of whatever employ­ ment is available to the member­ ship. The problems involved are se­ rious and complex and demand that a larger body of membership representatives be involved in de­ termining what steps, programs and procedures are necessary to main­ tain a fair distribution of the avail­ able employment for the member­ ship. It is therefore, the recommen­ dation of this Committee that spe­ cial meetings be hdd in all ports during the month of March, 1984 for the purpose of electing rank and file delegates, all above the entry level, processing Class "A" seniority and equally representing the Deck, Engine and Steward De­ partments. The delegates as selected by the membership at the various ports, shall meet at the newly constructed quarters at SHLSS in Piney Point, Maryland for whatever period of time is necessary to review the condition of our Industry and de­ termine what proposals should be considered for the next contract negotiations. The agenda shall include per­ manency not only for the key rat­ ings but for the entire crew. Re­ search is presently being conducted by the Headquarters office to de­ termine the feasibility of the fol­ lowing; 1. Six months on and six months off with full pay and pension credit. 2. Six mrniths mi and four months off with full pay and pension credit. 3. Eight months on and four months off with full pay and pension credit. Pending the conference of" the delegates and their recommenda^ tion at the Meu-ch meetings, we further recommend the existing procedures involving the key rat­ ings continue till the present con­ tract expires on June 15, 1984 with the following exception, effective Oct. 1, 1983. *'A11 reliefs shall consist of 125 days subject to the vessels oper­ ational necessities." This Committee wishes to ex­ press our thanks for the assistance and cooperation provided by the Unions Headquarters staff, those from the SHLSS, representatives from the various contracted com­ panies, the Seafarers Appeals Board, representatives from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Military Sealift Command, Seafarers Manning Committee of the I.T.F. and the many rank and file members. Dated: August 30, 1983 Fraternally submitted, Robert Gorbea, Chairman, G-618 Robert Campbell, C-699 Tom Brooks, B-1196 William Koflowitch, K-467 Otis Paschal, P-752 Juan J. Patino, P-622 Deposit in the SIU Blood Bank—It's Your Life September 1983/LOG/37 �• .,, -.-J--,<,-....i -- The Permanent Job Situation . . ••"S J f.v 'It Made Shipping Better . . .' ,/•->•*' ' •r^ .'J (•€14 :.v. • -p \t \ >. •<p ••'tq- •'tH •j'!! I was a 198S recipient of the $10,000 Charlie Logan Scholarship. This award has aided me tremendously hi pursuing my education. I would like to take this opportunity to offer my thanks to the SIU for its help and support. It is my hope that aU who are eUgihle for the scholarship will he encouraged to submit applications for it. A wonderful opportunity such as this should not be allowed to go by without notice. Sincerely, Lisa C. LeBlen Chatalgnler, La. 'Grateful for Their Generosity • • On July 20, as I was serving as wiper aboard th§ Manhattan, I received the sad news that my 34-year-old daughter, Trini, had passed away. The ship's officers and crew took up a collection and generously donated $500. I want to tell the ofCLcers and my SIU brothers how gratefhl I am to them for their generosity and their show of sympathy jluring this difficult time. nratemally, Tilrarcio Sa^lndln R-789 'The Checks Will Help . . -•fe. V^- I want to say "thank you" to the Welfare Plan for the checks I received—the burial benefit check and the monthly pension benefit checks. They helped me a lot in taking care of my deceased husband's (Alfred E. Chung) medical and burial expenses. And the $300 jnonthly checks for me will help a great deal Thank you and the Welfare Office. Sincerely sroiiurs, Slice P. Chtuig CMn* Alfred B. caning) Konoliilu, Hawaii I would Uke to express my opinion on the permanent Job situation, having drawn some conclusions after sailing six months as chief electrician aboard the Sea-Land Pioneer. First, the argument that some brothers \ise of being more capable of performing a job through continual employment on one vessel is a true anomaly. Owing to the specialty courses at Pin^ Point, all members should have the same skills and capacity to execute their jobs. In fact, this is what the specialty courses were designed for in the first place. Second, permanent jobs have the potential of slowing the advancement of younger members, as it wUl be more difficult for them to obtain top jobs and gain invaluable shipboard knowledge. The precedent is also being set of 'A' book members being forced off ships through the taking of relief jobs; a circumstance which angers many A' book members. Third, the permanent job situation brings about an Imbalance hi the membership, creating a membership hierarchy which no longer conforms to the 'rotary shipping' ideals upon which our Union was founded. This aberration of the shipping rules can only fuel animosities among the membership, something obviously overlooked by our leadership. A serious reconsideration should be made of this repugnant and damaging situation. Tratemally srcrars. Clay P. Mitchell Glen Bnrnie, Md. 'Xopaa Xats Sound Chreat.. .* Here are some pictures of the "Kopaa Kats," a band of crewmembers off the Kopaa. I've worked as a professional musician all my life and play between ships, and the Kopaa Kats are as good as any I have ever played with. They really sound great. We have jam sessions after Chief Steward Milton Thrash's barbeques. What a great time! And the crew and (fflcers of the Kopaa are the greatest audience in the world. ~ Sincerely, Micheei B. Bagley B-1918 Blectrlclen, AS JEospM 'A Letter of Thanks . . •f5 lis This is a letter of thanks. I was aboard the Cove Sailor on May 3, 1983 when my accident occurred. We were performing a boat drill and I fell overboard with the lifeboat. With the help of Capt. Stephen A Robbins, the chief mate, the 2nd and 3rd mates, my watch partner, the two New York welders, the 1st engineer and the rest of the crew who helped in my two-hour rescue, I am forever grateful. I have been in surgery for my left shoulder and have several more operations coming up. But I am alive, and I'U always be thankftd to the wonderful crew of the Cpve Sailor. God bless you aU! Sincerely, Antonio B. TTevino T-760 Dallas, Texas Here are the "Kopaa Kats." They are (I. to r.) Chief Cook John D. Penneii on the bongos; Electrician Michael Bagley on guitar; Oiler Bill Ware on guitar; and GSU Leslie Crunch on the harmonica. 'Happiness Is • . f Happiness is having a friend, and I feel like Seafarers Welfare Han is more than a friend. Each day I can smile. My credit is OK. My health is better. I'm back working. Thanks again SID—you care. And to all the crew at Crowley Maritime ... stand taUl My thanks, Kenneth 8. Belyew Jacksonville, lla. Another "Kopaa Kat" Is Oiler Kenny Pell (I.) on guitar with the multitalented John Pennell on washtub bass. 38 / LOG / September 1983 -v I �A Special Report from the Journal of Commerce Boggs Cargo Bill Is Deemed Militarily Beneficial Bill because it is sponsored by Rep. Lindy Bbggs, D-La., at­ tempts to reverse the decline in U.S.-flag participation in the na­ NEW ORLEANS—A study tion's bulk trades. The U.S.by the Center for Naval Anal­ flag fleet carries less than 3 per­ yses has concluded that the cent of the bulk cargo imports Competitive Shipping and Ship­ and exports. The legislation, in its firstbuilding Act of 1983 could, if year, would reserve for U.S.passed, add substantially to the size of the U.S. merchant fleet built and operated vessels 5 per­ and increase the military utility cent of the nation's bulk trade. This percentage would increase of the fleet. The study also concluded that by 1 percent each year until HR-1242, as the bill is known, U.S.-flag ships carried 20 per­ would help to preserve the in­ cent of the bulk trade. The assistant secretary of the dustrial base of the United States for wartime expansion of the Navy requested an evaluation of this bill and its effects on the shipbuilding industry. However, the study group did sea-lift needs of the military. The Center for Naval Anal­ not attempt to judge whether the potential military benefits of yses led the study, which con­ HR-1242 justify passage of the cluded that without government legislation,. The group stated intervention, the U.S. merchant simply that if the federal gov­ marine "seems certain to con­ ernment does not act in a timely tinue declining in both numbers fashion, the U.S. merchant fleet and general flexibility." The major concentration of probably will continue to de­ cline, and the merchant fleet is U.S.-flag carriers today is in the the main source of vessels em­ liner trades. New vessels in the ployed in support activities dur­ liner trades tend to be specialpurpose general cargo and cbning a military emergency. HR-1242, also called the Bo^s tainerships without their own By BILL MONGELLUZZO Journal of Commerce Staff Reprinted with permission from the Journal of Commerce Why SlU Supports Cunard Re-Flag Bill (Continued from Page 40.) after this agreement was signed— a bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep.^ Leonore K. Sullivan (D-Mo.) with 15 co-sponsors to permit the re-flagging and operation in the coastwise trade of this for­ eign-built cruise ship. Unfortunately, the company proved to be more paper than substance, and both the com­ pany and the agreement with MEBA-1 collapsed. "With the decline in ship­ board jobs, the inclusion of the two ships in the U.S.-flag fleet would provide a substantial number of jobs for American sailors. There is no guarantee the SIU will get these jobs. But that is not the point. The point is they will be jobs for American workers," Drozak said. Also, the two ships, to be operated by Cruise America Inc., would test the waters to see if American-owned and American-crewed cruise ships can compete in the cruise trade. These vessels will not compete with any existing American service since there are no com­ parable U.S.-flag vessels calling on ports in the continental United States. "Under the present circum­ stances we are confronted with an industry whose ships are going down and whose yards are clos­ ing up, with no hope for reversal in sight... We have the choice of encouraging this one seed to grow, or of completely crushing it," Drozak said. cargo-handling capabilities. These vessels, the report stated, are limited in their ca­ pacity to be used for sea-lift operations. If HR-1242 is passed in its present form, approximately 329 new vessels would be con­ structed over the next 30 years, the report stated. These vessels would include: —214 dry bulk vessels of 20,000 to 35,000 deadweight tons, with their own ships' gear. —53 gearless dry bulk ships of 40,000 to 60,000 dwt. —50 ore-bulk-oil vessels of 60,000 to 120,000 dwt. —12 tankers of 50,000 to 80,000 dwt. These new buildings would increase by 40 percent the num­ ber of U.S.-flag merchant ships, and by 60 percent the tonnage of the fleet. From the perspec­ tive of the military, the smaller, geared bulk vessels would be the most desirable. HR-1242 contains provisions for reducing the costs of build­ ing and operating the new ves­ sels, but the report concluded that even with such provisions, U.S.-built and manned ships al­ ways will be more expensive than most foreign-flag vessels. As a result, it is estimated that when 20 percent of the bulk trades are carried on U.S.-flag vessels, shippers will pay be­ tween $1 billion and $2 billion more a year. Also, additional costs could be incurred if certain defense features are incorporated into the vessels. It is uncertain how many of these features would be incorporated during con­ struction, and how many would be covered by government sub­ sidy. The report suggested that the language of the proposed bill be tightened up in order to close potential loopholes. The legislation £ilso would en­ courage importers and export­ ers to merge, and enable them to satisfy the cargo preference requirements by pooling their shipments. The result would be larger, but fewer, ships. The legislation likewise de­ fines bulk cargoes in such a way that it leaves out cargo now carried in the bulk trades. Finally, the bill contains no incentives for shipbuilders and owners to incorporate defense features into new ships. Therefore, the report sug­ gested changes in the legislation that would ofiket the higher costs_ of building and operating U.S.flag ships, provide incentives for incorporating defense features into new vessels, measure com­ pliance of cargo-preference re­ quirements on a commodity ba­ sis rather than by total tonnage, and expand the definition of "bulk" cargoes. Ogden Yukon Rescues Fishermen (Continued from Page 7.) Cargo nets, life rings and blan­ kets were made ready to hoist the men aboard and ward off the damp, chilling morning. Captain George Nichols, MEBA 11 wrote in the Aug. 4 ship log, "One hour and 15 minutes later, all of the men were safe on deck." "They were so relieved. They were happy as larks, hugging everybody," said Proveaux. Stories of the misadventure that could have ended tragically were related through Spanishspeaking seamen. "They had been out for over a day. Several ships passed by them and they set off flares but 1 guess they didn't see them," said Pro­ veaux. For over a day they had drifted 200 miles from shore to the point of rescue. A storm had broken as they were enroute back to Spain with the day's catch, and as the seas grew choppy their wooden fishing boat snapped into many pieces. The fishermen soaked gaso­ line on the drifting wood and torched it in a first attempt at resuce. A ship passed in the night but by that time the flames were embers, said the fisher­ men. The men were carried on the Ogden Yukon toWard Spain. "It didn't dawn on me until two days after they left what had happened," said Proveaux. Everyone "pitched in" he said. Of the goodwill the crew of 17 was able to lend, he beamed, "It sure beats just watching the sun come up." September 1983/LOG/39 "i"' .. -••r �•%-k "' :., ..'i • ----- MIV Falcon Champion Is Launched % i;iC" ri. it s'-.s-f • ii'n : •-,'«-?Oi --rUTj - |i. • #• ^ •- •IV'TY' irlti'fr-" •f' k'^'V#!'! ii I, •'^•, -: ''t. -5i'^ ' -Yv"'' :• Si" --.IP:' • if" S'--^ Iff.. inWf>iiiS '•. ;'vr. i ^-v^-; %..y. A Time t The last American-flag sWp built in the Maritime Adminis­ tration's Construction Differ­ ential Subsidy program was launched at the Bath Iron Works shipyard in Bath, Maine on Sept. 10, 1983. "While in one moment we rejoice at the birth of this great American-built ship, simulta­ neously, we mourn the death of the American commercial ship­ building industry and we wit­ ness the American fleet sailing to the graveyard," said SIU President Frank Drozak, partic­ ipating in the christening cere­ monies. "What has been proposed by this administration—^its so-called maritime policy—is only the tiss of death today to our maritime industry tomorrow," remarked Drozak. "Slashing the CDS and ODS programs makes no sense without first proposing a re­ placement solution to the prob­ lem." And a Time to Mourn end of U.S. shipbuilding? The Falcon Champion—The end of CDS. Will It be the we sailed the ships for nothing, Time and time again, the policy makers have said the Amer­ ican maritime industry must be "competitive"—a catch-all word that puts the industry, unnec­ essarily, on the defensive. The launching of the Falcon Cham­ pion is the fruition of American competitive "know-how." She was. built below cost, ahead of schedule, technologi­ cally superior and will be effi­ ciently erewed. Drozak suc­ cinctly explained the inter­ national marketplace: If we built the ships for nothing and we still could not compete in the world market because our competitors would find a way to undercut the rates! "Today's launching is note­ worthy because it is taking place in the absence of a positive national maritime pohcy. A truly national maritime policy—with cargo reservation as its comeradvantageous to you to meet ^ .... 1 tiiA TTninn m< ard ships because the Union and discuss this in complete stone—is the best alternative to (Continued from Page 1.) the CDS and ODS programs. It would get the jobs. The SIU has been a consistent First, the law precludes any detail with Captain Lowen would assure the construction and outspoken proponent of kind of advance arrangement for (president of MM&P). preserving the American ship­ MEBA District 1, the Manne of ships like the Falcon Cham­ union representation. Anyone building mobilization base," with a minimal knowledge of Engineers, also tried to work pion so vital to our national economic and defense security. out an arrangement with Cun­ Prozak said. The SIU has vigorously op- labor law knows that. Second, ard. This was back in 1976. On "A national maritime policy , posed the Reagan administra- there is no guarantee that the June 4 of that year, MEBA-1 SIU will represent the unli­ ' tion's "build-foreign" pro­ entered into a contract with Ha­ would mean the revitalization censed jobs on the two ships. of our commercial shipbuilding posals, even though it is obvious We believe our membership waiian Adventure Cruise Lines that if dozens of new foreign- has the right to know the facts, which called for the company mobilization base. It would mean built ships are allowed to enter to acquire from Cunard the Cun­ more commercial work in the so let's set the record straight. shipyards across the nation so the domestic trades, thousands In a letter dated Sept. 23, ard Adventurer, to re-flag the of jobs could come the SIU's 1982, Capt. William Rich, an vessel, and put her into the that when conflicts erupt, our yards would be ready with w&y • official of the Masters Mates & Hawaii cruise trade. During the formulation of the In that pre-hire contract, equipment and trained workers. PUots, said: "As I mentioned to Boggs bill, some industry ad­ you on the phone, our president MEBA-1 agreed to a no-strike It would mean tens of thousands of jobs—on land and at sea— visors suggested the legislation Capt. Robert J. Lowen, in ad­ clause. The agreement stated: for an American workforce des­ would have an easier time if the dition to being president of "Since the company's invest­ "build-America" requirement MM&P is also an executive ment will be extremely substan­ perate for work. were dropped, but the SIU council member of the Inter­ tial, and because of the sensitive strongly supported that provi­ national Longshoremen's As­ nature of the cruise business Concluding, Drozak cau­ which requires bookings months tioned, "As we launch this great sion. . , ^ sociation. The MM&P is the "The SIU is committed to division of the ILA. As in advance, a condition of this sjup—^the Falcon Champion ^I maintaining a strong shipbuild­ marine a consequence of this relation­ agreement is that the Union hope that the public and the ing capability in the interest of ship the MM&P ... can deliver (MEBA-1) will at no time order, policy makers, the exporters and our country's national secu­ to Cunard Ltd. a no-strike pledge condone or tolerate any strikes the importers will understand or work stoppages among the that unless there is a national rity," Drozak said. from the ILA." While the SIU continues to Capt. Rich further suggested licensed personnel represented cargo policy program forthcom­ look at the whole picture of the that the company (Cunard) de­ by it, either during the term of ing—the free traders and oth­ U.S. merchant fleet, others view lay making any decision on the contract or at the end of ers—will have been successful the issue with simple self-inter­ . manning. He said in his letter. such term." That contract was signed tor in destroying our merchant ma­ est. "To sum up, before you make rine and in turning over the sea In a whispering campaign a decision and a commitment in MEBA-1 by Leon Shapiro. On June 8, 1976—four days lanes of the world to our ene­ conducted by some other labor reference to the manning of your (Continued on Page 39.) mies. organizations, the SIU has been vessels we believe it would be . accused of supporting the Cun- Why SIU Supports Cunard Re-Flag Bill 40 / LOG / September 1983 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1983 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES M/V FALCON CHAMPION IS LAUNCHED A TIME TO REJOICE AND A TIME TO MOURN WHY THE SIU SUPPORTS BILL TO RE-FLAG SHIPS U.S. JOBS, U.S. TAXES AND U.S. DEFENSE DROZAK EXPLAINS MARITIME LABOR TO HILL GROUP BOGGS, TRIBLE BILLS WAIT FOR CONGRESS TO RETURN JOBS, DEFENSE AND CONSUMERS DEPEND ON BAN ‘THIS IS A FIGHT TO PROTECT JOBS OF U.S. WORKERS’ SEN. HENRY JACKSON DEAD AT 71 U.S. IS NA INLAND NATION WITHOUT A FLEET-BOGGS BULK BILL WOULD NARROW U.S./U.S.S.R. SHIP GAP BOGGS BILL AWAITS ACTION SEAFARERS AID STORM VICTIMS OF HURRICANE ALICIA DROZAK URGES NEW U.S.-USSR MARITIME PACT SIU HOSTS ITF SEAFARERS OGDEN YUKON SAVES 9 SPANISH FISHERMEN CONGRESSWOMAN CLAUDINE SCHNEIDER CONGRESSMAN FRANK GUARINI NEW CROWLEY PACT CONTAINS MANY IMPROVEMENTS DIXIE CARRIERS BEEF GOES TO NLRB TRIAL ON SEPT. 19 MEMBERS GAIN IN WAGES, FRINGE BENEFITS PICKET LINES ARE STRONG ON ALL FRONTS ON THE RIVERS AND IN THE GULF WITH SIU SIU LAUNCHES DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAM SIU PREPARES MEMBERSHIP FOR COMING OF COMPUTER AGE SHLSS PROGRAMS UPDATED COURSES SHLSS LAUNCHES DRUG EDUCATION PROGRAM AIM WILL FOCUS ON PREVENTION OF DRUG ABUSE SEAFARERS, LABOR ARE HEARD: JOBS! THE SIUNA STRENGTH FROM AFFILIATES AND EXPERT LEADERSHIP FORGE A POWERFUL VOICE SIUNA CLOUT APPLIED IN JOBS, SAFETY, HEALTH, MARIITME AND LABOR LAWS TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS AND JOBS ALASKAN OIL CDS PAYBACK TAKX-NAVY CHARTER LINDY BOGGS FRANK DROZAK PASSENGER VESSELS THE S-L PIONEER COMES HOME MARITIME-DEFENSE STUDY SOUGHT SIU EXPLORES HEALTH CARE CRISIS ANSWERS PRESIDENT WILSON OR TAYLOR PAKISTAN MATSON LINE MULLS A NEW BARGE MARAD OKS U.S., DELTA, APL SHIP SWAP PRESIDENT JACKSON GOIN’ TO INDONESIA NEW ERA FOR AMERICAN PRESIDENT LINE PRIDE OF TEXAS OFF TO EGYPT TREASURE HUNTERS FLOCK TO MARINE LIBRARY DELTA CARIBE TO GO TO ISRAEL DANUBE-BLACK SEA CANAL ALMOST DONE AMVER RESCUE SYSTEM IS 25 AT AFL-CIO COUNCIL MEETING LABOR MAKES PLANS FOR FUTURE U.S. ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL GAINS ADMIRAL ROWDEN TAKES HELM AS MILITARY SEALIFT COMMANDER PERMANENT JOB-TRIP RELIEF PROPOSAL BOGGS CARGO BILL IS DEEMED MILITARILY BENEFICIAL WHY SIU SUPPORTS CUNARD RE-FLAG BILL M./V FALCON CHAMPION IS LAUNCHED Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/01/1983 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 45, No. 9 1983 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/0943adc9c61ec9a7d085df5dfbb6dfd8.pdf 7b040fc821d1387ace77d4bf7ec52673 PDF Text Text omclal Publication of the Seafarers International Union• Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waten District• AFL-CIO Vol. 46 No. 9 Sept. 1984 .,. •.•, AFL-CIO Backs SIU Fight For Licensed Bargaining :, 1TB Mobile Crews Up See Page 3 SIU-PMA Sign New 3-Year Pact, Win Welfare Gains The SIU's Pacific Coast District affiliated Marine Cooks and Stewards Union (MC&SU) signed a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Pacific Maritime Assn. (PMA) on Aug. 22. The new contract carries some significant gains on a number of fronts: • The new pact calls for a $7 per man day increase with the money to pay for welfare benefits. • On welfare benefits, the employers agreed to pick up all welfare and health costs covered by the PMA's Special Account 1. • Future pensioners and those retiring after June 15, 1968 with 20 or more years of seatime after reaching age 55 get a $50 hike subject to a reduction for joint survivor benefits if retired on a joint survivor pension. • Transportation paid to join ships at Pacific Coast outlying docks and ports. • Straight time rate for handling explosives goes to $31.14 an hour. • War zone duty pay to be negotiated. • Equal exchange of seniority between former MC&SU members and SIU A&G Ocean members. • APL and Matson Line chief stewards can be recertified and given the same rights as recertified SIU chief stewards. In the meantime, they would keep their same APL and Matson Line seniority rights. The AFL-CIO Executive Council pledged late last month to help the SIU and other maritime unions in their fight with inland companies who now refuse to bargain with their licensed employees. The SIU' s problems have been with barge line companies where the Union represents both unlicensed and licensed personnel, including mates, masters, chief engineers and barge captains. One such company which refused to bargain with the SIU was Dixie Carriers. The Council charged that ''these employers are seeking to destroy sound and productive bargaining relationships under which they have grown and prospered . . . Their position is that licensed personnel are superv.isors who can and will be fired for union activity." The Council further scored the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) for permitting" this arrogant attempt to deny licensed personnel their basic democratic rights to a voice in setting their wages and their working conditions. ''The employers who are refusing to bargain are doing so in the expectation that the change in the NLRB brought about by President Reagan's appointees will permit anti-union employers to do what they please." $200M Shipyard Bill Wins House Fight; Senate Next. The nation's shipyards and merchant fleet received what could be a small shot in the arm for those ailing industries when the House of Representatives passed, by voice vote, a bill that could provide more than $200 million for commercial shipyards. H.R. 5220, introduced by Rep. Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.), chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, has four major prov1s1ons. 1"' Provides $200 million for a shipyard incentive program; 1"' Provides $50 million for the Secretary of Transportation to buy new ships for the National Defense Reserve Fleet; 1"' Provides a new build and charter program similar to the Mariner program of 1954; 1"' Allows operators to continue to receive ODS funds for vessels built abroad if they build other ships in U.S. yards. ··Any time a bill to help the merchant marine passes the House it is a victory. But we (Continued on Page 3.J SIU Grassroots Takes Hold Across the Country Absentee Voting: How to do it Pages 21-28 Election Notice of 1984 Election Pages 4 & 5 Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Plan Report Page 9 Election of 1985-1988 Officers of the Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Lakes, Gulf and Inland Waters District, and approval of proposed Constitutional Amendments. Election will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Voting period will commence on Nov. 1, 1984 and shall continue through Dec. 31, 1984. Voting places will be open in all Union halls from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, except on legal holidays. See pages 36-41 for the Report of the Credentials Committee. �President's Report by Frank Drozak T HE Republican Convention in Dallas last month offered the voters a chance to see where this administration stands on the issues. Seamen in particular had a chance to see just what President Reagan thinks of them: not very much. To begin with, the Republican platform failed to mention the maritime industry. This omission stood in stark contrast to the platform adopted by the Democrats, which praised the ., contribution that the American~ flag merchant marine has made ffi to this country's defense and economic development. The person in charge of formulating maritime policy for the Reagan administration-Elizabeth Dole, Secretary of Transportation-devoted most of the five minutes allotted to her at the podium in talking about the deep concern that Ronald Reagan feels for women (a concern, incidently, that does not extend to passing the ERA). She did manage to mention highways and airplanes in passing, but not American-flag vessels. The American-flag merchant marine was alluded to just once during that convention, which lasted four days and which was attended by every important Republican politician in the country. In his acceptance speech, President Reagan compared the Democratic Party to a "bunch of drunken sailors." The applause was deafening. This was the only time that seamen-who have provided support for the Armed Forces and gave their lives during every war in this · country's history-_were mentioned. Yet seamen don't have to be ignored or insulted to know where they stand with this administration. Over the past four years, President Reagan has cut or eliminated funding for every important maritime program. The results have been predictable: there are now fewer than 410 active vessels in the American-flag merchant marine, and the number is dropping steadily. That is why this election is so important. The maritime industry stands at a crossroads. We are now __at the point where we may not be able to stage a comeback. In this troubled atmosphere, the Seafarers International Union is holding its own. For one thing, we recognize that communication is the name of the game, so we have put together an ambitious grassroots program aimed at educating the public about the importance of the Americanflag merchant marine. We're getting our message out to the politicians and to the people. (See pages 21-28 in this issue of the LOG.) No matter what happens in November, the SIU will be in a position to better protect the maritime industry and the peopie that it represents. In just the past year alone, we have beaten back several attempts to further weaken the maritime industry. We could not have done that had we not had a strong Washington operations already in place. Yet the most important thing is that we are planning for the future. We are not waiting around for anyone to save us : we understand the situation that we are in and are trying to make sure that our membership is protected. In the short run that means we have to scramble for jobs. Everyone agrees that tbe only jobs that will be created in the maritime industry in the near future will come from work that the Navy commissions out to the private sector. We are working closely with SIU-contracted companies to see that we get those jobs. We believe that we can, especially since we have the best trained personnel in the maritime industry, and we have the training facilities at our school in Piney Point to keep our members trained and ready to handle any job that comes down the line. Long-term growth, however, will depend upon our ability to get our message across to the public at large. That is why this grassroots program is so important. And that is why I will be attending meetings in a number of states on behalf of the AFLCIO as well as our own organization. We have to make sure ·that the average citizen understands why it is important for this country to have a merchant marine that can provide adequate sealift in times of national emergencies. Until that happens , our position will be less than secure. I believe that we will be suecessful in the long run. The officials and the membership of this Union have always been guided by enduring values. We form a real community, a brotherhood and sisterhood of the sea. The Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship is a vivid demonstration of that commitment. So too are the alcoholic rehabilitation program, the 180day shipping rule, our scholarship programs , our grassroots activities and programs too numerous to m~ntion here. Perhaps the most striking thing about the Republican convention was the gap between what was said and what was really going on. President Reagan talked about an America built on old-time values: family, community, hard work, thrift. Yet he was running on a plat- . form and a record that belied 1 those traditions. He has cut back safety and health regulations, has curtailed enforcement of civil · : rights statutes, failed to imple- t : ment a policy on trade and economic development, and al- ¥, lowed this country to wrack up ~j a $200 billion yearly deficit. He is denying our young, our old, and the poor, as well as the g "middle class." When people ask me about % the differences between this ,. Union and the administration, I say that they boil down to a matter of values . Ronald Reagan is willing to let millions of Americans have the quality of their lives diminished, as long as it benefits the profit margins of large corporations. . ._ Ten years ago, this Union I"' started an Alcoholic Rehabili- _. tation Center. While Ronald · · Reagan has been willing to allow millions of Americans to remain re unemployed, to let them leadl:. lives of quiet desperation, we · have been unwilling to lose even , one person to alcoholism. That is what we believe in, that is what we have fought for, and· ·: that is why we will ultimately :_: succeed. :,. g fi I I i / 1 I... _, ------lll!llllll-l!llllllllllllillllllllllllllillllllllillllll-----------------~~f~W,~~*-UH'iilli-~-g ~:;·wnmm!:el,;;.;;¢.t%'S ,! ' H E :!r LOG • Charles Svenson Editor 76 Mike Hall Associate Editor Marietta Homayonpour Associate Editor Washington New York Ray Bourdius Assistant Editor Lynnette Marshall Assistant Editor/Photos 2 / LOG / September 1984 ~ ~ Max Hall Assistant Editor Deborah Greene Assistant Editor Michelle Paladino Assistant Editor/Press Relations Offlc1al Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America , Atlantic . Gulf , Lakes and Inland Waters District , AFL-CIO September 1984 !i!!.ffilsffll1H Vol 46 , No 9 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Joe DiGiorgio Ed Turner Secretary-Treasurer Executive Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell Mike Sacco Leon Hall Vice President Vice President Vice President Joe Sacco George McCartney Vice President Vice President �House Passes $200M Shipyard Help Bill (Continued from Page 1.) must wait and see if it gets through the Republican-controlled Senate and signed by the president. This is certainly a step in the right direction. Since Reagan dismantled the nation's maritime policy, we have had to go after bits and pieces of help where we can find them," SIU President Frank Drozak said. He commended Jones and the others for their work. ''The shipyards in the United States are in dire straits. Our shipyards lack the work needed to keep them operating at a level that will ensure that they will be there when they are needed to build vessels for a national emergency," Jones said. He added that since 1980, the year Reagan took office, 23 shipyards have closed, 10,000 skilled workers have lost their jobs, and the commercial order book has fallen from 69 ships to only two. While many in the administration claim that American labor costs should be cut to help bring about cheaper U.S.-built ships, Jones disagreed. "In South Korea, shipyard workers receive approximately $2.06 an hour ... I don't want to imply that labor costs in the United States are the sole cause of the plight of our shipyards. We have been told that if you subtract all of the labor costs from the price of building a ship in the United States, it would still be cheaper to construct the vessel in South Korea. . . . Since we cannot lower the cost of living in the United States, we must decide if we want to compete, and if so, how can we help our industries in the international market place,'' Jones said. The biggest part of the legislation, the incentive program, will be limited to shipyards that can build at least three seagoing vessels, 450 feet or more in length at that same time. Also, Jones said, the bill is attempting to promote a standard design with defense features for the ships. When a shipyard arrives at a design, approved by the Secretary of Defense for military purposes, that desigµ will be put out to bid among various shipyards. The low bidder will receive an incentive payment which will equal 50 percent of the bid. But the bigger incentive is that if the ship comes in under cost, the builder will be able to keep 50 to 80 percent of the money saved. "We fully recognize that the programs contained in H.R. 5220 may not solve all the problems that face our ailing shipbuilding industry, but it is a start. We cannot afford to sit and wait as one shipyard after another goes under,'' Jones said. Mobile Crews Up In Mobile Aboard the ffB Mobile are (I. tor. standing) William Lewis, AB ; John Chestnut, DEU; Richard Thoe, AB; Fred Johnson, bosun; James Barnett, chief cook; Tom Glidewell, SIU port agent; Jimmy Bartlett, steward. Seated from the left are Haywood Green, QMED/pumpman, and Morris Danzey, AB. ATTENTION-NEW ADDRESS Mobile (Ala.) SIU Clinic 4724 Airport Blvd. Mobile, Ala. 36608 (205) 343-2044 AFL-CIO Tosses Out ILA Charges Against SIU The Executive Council of the AFL-CIO refused the International Longshoreman's Association request to censure the SIU for activities which the ILA claimed violated the AFL-CIO's Constitution. (See LOG, August 1984.) The ILA had charged the SIU with "raiding" its workplaces and undermining its contracts. The SIU told the Council in a documented statement that the charges had no merit, and in fact it had been the ILA which had interfered in SIU organizing and workplaces. The Council agreed with the SIU and declined to take any action. Jimmy Bartlett, steward/baker (I.) and James Barnett, chief cook, read over some current communications. Fish Export Bill Could Mean Jobs SIU fishermen gather their fish the old-fashioned way. They catch them. Because of a strange quirk in the law, fish that are pulled from the ocean in nets are not part of the government's PL-480 program. But fish raised in so-called aquaculture, such as cat-fish farms, are eligible for government export. But now a bill in the House of Representatives, H.R. 3255, could put those ocean- and unionharvested fish under the umbrella of the Department of Agriculture and Commodity Credit Corporation, agencies which administer most of the nation's food exports under PL-480. Supporters of the bill said during a hearing on Capitol Hill that if the fish were included in those programs, new fishingjobs would be created .along with new markets of fish exports and sales. In addition, figures show such trade could reduce the nai tion's balance of payments deficit by some $4 billion a year. Also some extra cargo would be generated for U.S.-flag vessels. The administration, as usual, is against the bill, claiming it would diminish the export promotion for agriculture. The bill was introduced by representatives Walter Jones (DN.C.), E. de la Garza (D-Texas), the late Edwin B. Forsythe (RN .J.) and John Breaux (D-La.) September 1984 / LOG / 3 �- VOTING X State Absentee Registration and Voting In our last article on voting, you learned the proper procedure for registering to vote. Now that you are a registered voter, it is your right and responsibility to vote on Election Day, Nov. 6, 1984. What's at stake for 1985 is your job!!!!!!!!!! Even though some of you may not be able to vote in person at the polls, your vote is counted in your absence. By filling out the federal post card application, you will automatically receive an absentee ballot permitting you to vote no matter where on earth you are on Nov. 6, 1984. The absentee voting process is designed to permit American citizens who will be away from their local polling places on Election Day to vote through the mail. To apply for an absentee ballot, you must fill out the "Post Card Registration and Absentee Ballot Request'' form and then mail it to the correct local election official in each state. Also at the Union halls are federal post card applications for absentee ballots. Listed on the next page is a state-by-state compilation of absentee voting information. At each SIU hall there are copies of the ' 'Voting Assistance Guide 1984, 1985" detailing all voting information by state. The federal post card application must be completed and mailed to the election office in your county of residence in time before the election. The FPCA's deadline receipt varies from state to state as listed in the chart. The earlier the FPCA is completed and mailed, the faster you will receive your state's absentee ballot. You will also notice in the chart that some states have upto-the-minute deadlines. However, you must remember that your vote will not be counted unless the absentee ballot is received by the various election offices no later than Election Day. Plan accordingly and request your absentee ballot now! 4 / LOG / September 1984 POST CARD REGISTRATION AND ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST Notice: Kaowln•ly pr•••ntln• fal•• l• foraado• I • 1111• appllc:atlo• co• ld re•• h I • crl•l• al - • ctlo••· (Fold a • d . ..i prior to •aill••) · · ·-· - - · .. . . . .. . . . .. . ~ - -- - - - - -- · - · - -· - ···- · • • • p • • • •• • , ... ..... • . .. . • •• • • • • • • • • •• • • • •• • • •• • • ..J cc a: :i: a: c:t 0. "-- > I ..J cc a: w I- :i:• c:, . c:, a:: C ....u.,. ~ ....w a:: 0 ......e ...• ..J ..J cc ca z C ~ 0 .. j:: 0 :::, e j:: E z a:: z u C.) w w •E ..J z :ii .2 :c c:, ..J ~ C.) ~ ,:: 0 LI. 1i 0 ~ • • • • a •• • - • • • • •• •• • . . . . . . . . . .. ,0 • • • • • U •• • ·• •• p • ·• • · e • ••• • • •• • • e •• • • • ••• e •• 60 • • • • • - · · · ·· INSTRUCTIONS A. TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY. Type or print legibly all entries before signing . The term APPROPRIATE U.S. OFFICIAL as used herein refers to Unit Voting Officers or Counselors, Commanding Ofllcers, U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate Officers or any other official who has access to the VOTING ASSISTANCE GUIDE. 8 . ADDfflONAL ASSISTANCE. A detailed VOTING ASSISTANCE GUIDE l1 published each even numbered year. It contains voting information for all States, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia. The VOTING ASSISTANCE GUIDE is distributed to all Unit Voting Ofllcers, Commanding Ofllcers, U.S . Embassies and Consulates and Stale Election Offlclal1. Copieo of the VOTING ASSISTANCE GUIDE are available for purchase from the Superintendent of Document,, U.S . Government Printing Office, Wa1hlnglon, D.C. 20402. C. IDENTIFICATION. Passport or Stale Department or MIiitary 1.0. Card number Is preferred. An alternative form of identification may be acceptable if you do not possess a valid passport or card of identity and registration. Indicate the type of Identification used such as a birth or baptism certi&cate. D. APPLICATION. Some State& require a separate application for registration and for each election . If you clrcle (all as Permitted) you will receive those ballots permitted by Stale law. Consult the APPROPRIATE U.S. OFF1CJAL for speclftc Information concerning your Stale. If you circle (Primary), (Special), or (General) and you are eligible to vole, you will receive a ballot only for the election circled. E. PIUJIIARIES. Party choice Is secret In Primary Elections In the following : Alaska, Guam, Hawaii , Idaho, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin. You do not have to dloclose your pollllcal party preference for a Primary Election ballot In these jurisdictions. F. TYPE OF BALLOT. Most States allow military personnel and U.S . citizens outside the United States to vole absentee In Stale and local, as well as in Federal elections. However, In a few States, you may be llable for State or local taxes If you vote In Stale or local elections . The exercise of any right to register or vote In Federal elections by any U.S . citizen outside the United States shall not affect the determination of his place of residence (Fold Here) CONTINUED (OVER) c s cc • PrhacvAct:9tat. ._,, Authority: 42 USC 1973cc tt ..q. (lormerly 50 USC§ 1451 <t uq.) 42 USC dd <t uq .• 92 STAT. 2538 (1978), 10 USC 133, EO 10646. This lorm I• dnlgnod to aerw u on opplkotlon lor regittratlan or request tor al>Hntff ballot. Disclosure of all in~rma0on on tht. form 11 voluntary . Howewr. your failure to provide the n«esMry lniormatlon may kttp the pertinent State or othu Jurtsdtction from proces.lng this iorm and may poulbly prevent you from exercising your right to vote abHntn . z 0 > c:t • •• • w POST CARD REGISTRATION AND ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST Date _ __ Notice: Illegible or incomplete information may delay or Invalidate your request APPUCATIONFORSTATEOF _ _ _ _ _ _ _ COUNTYOF _ _ _ _ ___ _ CITYORTOWNSHIPOF _ _ __ __ _ § (Be • are to • 1911 the Application at Item 15 and place yoar retarn addr. .• on the retarn po• t c • rd • bove) 9. Check one box: 1. Type or Print Full Name (Last , Flnt, Middle) 2. My vodng raklencc ln the U.S. 11, Number & Strect or Rural Roure{for c:ltbelN e l l ~ , _ _ _ _ I): . lee• )._,, 1aot - - la•..tlatelv . - , t o - , , • - ' " ' • tH Ualt..t Stat•) (Stt Instruction F) ' ( (a) I request Federal, State and local ballot, If I am entitled. C (b) I request only Federal election ballot If provided Hparately by State. 10. I am : (check applicable box - Sn Instruction G) D {a) • member of the armed iorc•. uniformed wrvtces or merchant marines In active urvlce [J (b) a ,pouae or dependent of (a) above [J (c) a U.S . citizen temporarily residing outside U.S . D (d) a apouae or dependent residing whh (c ) above City, Town, or Vlll•ge Precinct No. (II known ) [j (e) a U.S . citizen overHH by virtue of employment (Su lnatruc:tlon H) County or Parish Word No . State Zip Code 0 {0 a spouse or dependent residing with (e ) above 0 (g) other U.S . citizen residing outside U.S. (See Instruction I) 0 (h) Specla (See Instruction J) 11 . P1eaH mail my ballot to this address : (Include z.lp code If applkable and ensure military or foreign address la complete) 3. I am • United Statn Citizen, eligible to vote In the above jurisdiction. (b) Datt ol Blnh (Yr / Mo/ Day) (a) Place of Birth 12. The last time I voted was In: a. Year Address and County, City or Township 4. If Naturalized : (a) Pia« (b) Naturalization No . (c) Datt (Yr/ Mo / Day) 5. (a ) Su {b) Height (c) Wetght (e) Race (0 Martt•l Status b. Voter Reglltratlon No . (d) Color Hair I El/fl 6. (a) Social Security No . (Sn Privacy Act Statement) I (b) Other ldentlllcotlon No. {Puapon, _1.0. Card) (See In,trucUon C.) 7. I request reghtration (If required) and abMnttt ballot(,) to vote In the coming electlon(s). Circle applkable electk>n(1). (See Instruction D.) (a) Primary (b) Special (c) General (d) All u permitted by Stott low 8. For primary election ballot, my politkal ,arty prelffence ll: (If party choice 11 secret for primary In this State do not answer . SN •nltrucUon E) . , and Precinct No ., If known The FPCA and the absentee ballot should be sent to the election offices as listed by state. Remember, your vote counts, but not if you miss your state's deadline. Ward No . 13. I have not been convicted of a felony or other dl,quallfytng offenH or bffn adjudkated mentally Incompetent. (U 10, See ln1tructlon K) 14. Alflra•tlo •: I am not requesting a ballot &om or voting In any other U.S . State, terrl• tory or poaHMlon or 1ubdlvl1k>n thueof In the coming electlon(s ). I swear or affirm, under penalty of perjury , that the above Information 1, true and complete. 15. S.--tlll'• of penon requesting ballot. OATH IF REQUIRED BY STATE (Sae lnatNctlon L) 16. Subscribed and sworn to before me on (Year / Month / Day) Signature of official admlnlsterlng oath Typed or printed name of oflklal administering oath ntle or rank, and organization of administering offlcial The Information contained herein ll for offlcial use only. Any unauthorb:ed release of this Information may be punishable by law . This is a sample of the Post Card Registration form. Be sure and pick up one today if you are not going to be home for Election Day. They are available at your Union hall. Ask your Port Agent or Field Rep for help. State HSN 7540-00-634-5053 Important The chart on the next page tells you when you must apply for an absentee ballot and where to send it. But remember, many of those deadlines are for people who can walk into their local courthouse and request an absentee ballot. If you must mail away for one, don't wait. Do it today. Allow yourself at least four weeks before Election Day to send in your request for an absentee ballot. Also, the Voter Assistance Guide at your Union hall will give you the name of the town or city that is your county seat as well as the zip code. �Don't Wait!! Tomorrow Is too Late! Get Your Absentee Ballot Today!! 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Box 2208 San Juan, P.R. 00903 Board of Canvassers City or town of residence Board of Registration County of Residence County Aduitor, County of Residence County Election Commission, County Seat, County of Residence City Clerk , City of Residence County Clerk , County of Residence Town or City Clerk, or Local Board of Civil Authority, Town or City of Residence Supervisor of Elections P.O. Box 6038, St. Thomas, Virginia Islands 00801 WASHINGTON WEST VIRGINIA 120 days before election WISCONSIN Second Wednesday before an election 30 days before election WYOMING General Registrar, County or City of Residence County Auditor (Department of Records and Elections in King County), County of Residence Clerk of the County Commission, County of Residence City, Town or Village Clerk, Place of Residence County Clerk, County of Residence On Election Day Vote as if Your Job and Union Depended on It · .- - ~ --4 0 - - , _ �----Area Vice Presidents' Report---Gulf Coast, by V. P. Joe Sacco A s part of the SIU's efforts to win our fight against Dixie Carriers, we are continuing to meet with the company in order to negotiate a settlement to the 17-month strike. We are also continuing spot picketing as well as our court cases against the company in Texas and Louisiana. In Houston, where shipping has been very good in the last few weeks, we are getting ready for the annual dinner-dance of the West Gulf Port Council of the Maritime Trades Department. The affair, which will be held on Oct. 27 in the Hobby Hilton in Houston, will be attended by 600 people. Two tug and barge company contracts are being negotiated in Texas. One is with G&H Towing and the other is with Moran. Both agreements expire on Sept. 30. In New Orleans we're in the process of negotiating a contract with Gulf Atlantic Transportation Co. That agreement expires on Oct. 30. Out of the port of Mobile we crewed up the last of six integrated tug barges built by SIU-contracted Apex. She's the Mobile and she joins her sister ships-Jacksonville, New York, Groton, Philadelphia and Charleston. On the political front in the Gulf we're working on some very important races. Among them is a race in Texas in which Don Buford is running for the House of Representatives against the incumbent Jack Fields. We are strongly supporting Buford, a former legislative assistant to the current attorney general in Texas. We are working hard for a defeat of Fields who is one of the SIU's main opponents on the Cunard passenger ship bill. The SIU is also very active in the campaign of Texas State Senator Lloyd Doggett who is running this year for the U.S. Senate. Of course, throughout the Gulf we are working heavily with the AFL-CIO State and Central Labor bodies on voter registration drives. I East Coast, by V.P. Leon Hall T he training that our Seafarers have received in crane pandling operations is being ·put to the test as the Keystone State (Interocean Management) goes through exercises off the coast of Virginia. The vessel is a 10-year old ship that was recently converted by the Navy as the first of 11 heavy-lift crane ships under charter to the Military Sealift Command. She left her dock at Newport News, Va. on Sept. 5 for a series --of round-the-clock exercises at Lynnhaven Anchorage. The Keystone State will be at the anchorage anywhere from 30 to 60 days. The continuous operation of her heavy-lift cranes · in "at-sea" conditions will be a real test for our well-trained Seafarers. The cargo training crane operating course they took aboard the vessel was designed and taught by the staff of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. In other news from Virginia, a new three-year contract at NBC Line-a towing company that works out of Norfolk-has been ratified by our members. Also, the ratification balJots are being counted on the contracts with Allied Inland and Allied Coastal. I'll have the results in my next column. Contract negotiations with Curtis Bay have started in Norfolk, Philadelphia and Baltimore. That contract expires on Sept. 30 as do the agreements with McAllister Brothers and Taylor and Anderson. Negotiations are also under way with these two companies. Up in Gloucester, SIU Fishing Representative Leo Sabato reports that fish are still very scarce. However, prices have improved a little. In order to catch enough fish though, the boats are staying out longer and longer. Trips that averaged eight days in the past are turning into 10 and 12 day trips. The problem of insurance companies terminating coverage continues, forcing some boats to lay up. All around, the picture for our fishermen is not a pretty one right now. Great Lakes & Western Rivers, by V. P. Mike Sacco W hite caps were very visible in St. Louis on Aug. 29 when Democratic vice-presidential nominee Geraldine Ferraro spoke at a rally. The SIU provided the security at the rally and has been asked to do the same for a proposed rally for Democratic presidential nominee Walter Mondale. At the Ferraro rally, which was held 'by the old Post Office, 50 of our people attended. Many of them carried the Union's grassroot~ political signs. Up on the Great Lakes, where shipping remains good, our Seafarers took part in Detroit's Labor Day parade and rally. Even though the weather was terrible, 150,000 people attended the rally which was held at Cadillac Square. The winds were starting to blow on the Lakes and the cold weather will soon be coming in. Hopefully, many of our ships will be running until Christmas. However, as is traditional, the two SIU-contracted Bob-Lo ships laid up on Labor Day. These vessels run during the summer between Detroit and Bob-Lo Island which is about 18 miles southeast of Detroit. Twenty-six SIU members sail on each shipthe Columbia and the Ste. Claire. Concerning tug and barge equipment on the Lakes, in my last report I mentioned that SIU-contracted Tampa Tugs had five boats in layup. I'm happy to report this month that four of those boats are now running. In other Great Lakes tug and barge news, SIU-contracted·Falcon Marine began a dredging job in the harbor at Waukegan, Ill. Also, Luedtke Engineering is completing a project in Milwaukee, Wis. When it's finished, the company will move its crews and equipment to Ogdensburg, N.Y. for a three-month dredging project in that city's harbor. Dunbar and Sullivan is finishing a job in Rochester, N. Y. and will then head for Conneaut, Ohio for a harbor deepening project. SIU-contracted Great Lakes Dredge and Dock completed a river and harbor dredging job in Cleveland and will be moving to Lorain, Ohio for a similar job. West Coast, by V.P. George McCartney recently attended christening ceremonies in San Diego, Calif. for two converted SIU-contracted ships. Both vessels will be part of the military's rapid deployment force. One of the vessels, the PFC Eugene A. Obregon (Waterman) is designated as a maritime pre-positioning ship and will be used by the Marine Corps. The other ship, the USNS Bellatrix (Sea-Land) is a former SL-7 vessel. The naming ceremonies took place at the National Steel and Shipbuilding Co. ' The PFC Eugene A. Obregon is one of three converted Waterman ships, and each is being named after deceased winners of the Congressional Medal of Honor. PFC Eugene A. Obregon died in Korea on Sept. 26, 1950 when he used his body to shield a fallen friend from bullets. Obregon's mother christened the ship. The USNS Bellatrix is named after a star in the constellation of Orion. The conversions of both ships was completed ahead of schedule. In other news, I'm happy to report that a successful three-year contract was concluded with the Pacific Maritime Association which represents owners of many of the ships on the West Coast. Solidarity among seamen was very evident here recently when a Taiwanese ship was marooned near San Francisco. The crewmen aboard the financially troubled ship, Panamax Nova, were running out of supplies. The SIU, the SUP, the MFOW and all the maritime unions in the area collected money and bought supplies for their "brothers of the sea" aboard the Panamax Nova. SIU Executive Vice President Ed Turner was very instrumental in helping the crew. Up in Seattle our members have been working hard to make up · 25,000 signs for the Mondale-Ferraro campaign. Their dedication is very much appreciated. ! �~¼W:@:%'::N1!:Wils'. I!!! I !!i!m[!][! I I I Inland News I Ill I lllllll tug/tow I ,harge/dredgel l <.U~A~;w:w:;.·-···<i®0·i:k .'.)K...·:..p :.;;;:;:;t.7,'i:-..wi Towboat Scholarship Program Awards Deck/Engine Upgrading Grants to 14 SIU Tug & Barge Members The joint SIU/Transportation Institute Towboat Scholarship selection committee this month awarded full scholarships for upgrading at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to 14 SIU tug and barge members. The scholarship winners come from eight different SHI-contracted towing and barge line companies, and represent a broad spectrum of the industry. The scholarship winners are: Towboat Operator Program Kenneth Hudgins, Steuart Transportation Co. Fred Tuliucci, Sonat Marine, Inc. Robert Tyler, Sonat Marine, Inc. Gary Minnich, Radcliff Materials, Inc. Dale Sheppard, G&H Towing Co. Diesel Engineer Program Heinz Carrion, Crowley Towing & Transportation Co. Glen Davison, Norfolk, Baltimore & Carolina Line, Inc. Scott Burnap, National Marine Service, Inc. At the National Marine Dock in New Orleans At the National Marine docks in New Orleans, several tugs are laid up. • ,, ,' ~ :w _,/ j,.;;M.X ""''''..'• ❖~ f, _ ; ;~ ,~ .n<,· -~= s-·· SIU Patrolman Jim McGee holds a meeting with members of the National Marine tugs. They are, from the left: Scott Burnap, chief engineer; FranR Stanley, chief engineer; Jim McGee, SIU patrolman; H.R. ("Doc") Richards, tankerman; and Royce Donnelly, shore tankerman . Burnap is a recent towboat scholarship winner in the Diesel Engineers Program. Nelson Breaux, G&H Towing Co. Rory Wix, G&H Towing Co. Scott Walters, Heartland Transportation Co. Three applicants for the Towboat Operator program were awarded admission to the program pending submission of additional application materials. They are Frank Coyle and Michael Lynch, Sonat Marine; and J. Paul Fuller, G&H Towing. The committee also awarded tentative admission to the Diesel Engineer program to two Crowley employees, Emanuel Figueroa and Richardo Ilarraza, pending completion of pre-test requirements. Since the beginning of the Towboat Operator Scholarship program in 1978, nearly 275 boatmen have successfully completed the seven-week course, and have attained either a first- or second-class operator's license, depending upon their seatime at the time of their Coast Guard examination. The Licensed Diesel Operators Scholarship program, which was established in 1981, has graduated nearly 50 SIU members who have achieved licenses. The new Towboat Operators class will begin at SHLSS Sept. 16. The Diesel Engineer class begins Oct. 28 . The selection committee, which met Aug. 15 at Transportation Institute in Washington, D.C., included Buddy Jordan, G&H Towing; Joseph P. Dawley, Allied Towing; George Flanagan, McAllister (Norfolk Div.), and Randy L. Collar, Crowley Maritime (So. Cal.). Participating on behalf of TI was Peter Luciano, executive director. Representing the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship were John Mason, dean of vocation education, and Perry Stedman, registrar. Representing the SIU were Angus "Red" Campbell and Frank Paladino. September 1984 / LOG / 7 �New Pensioners Antoine "Blacky" Wildred Allemond, 60, joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1961 sailing ... • as a captain for • · J:.. £ National Marine Service from 1947 to 1984. Brother Allemond attended Piney Point Inland Educational Conferences in 1975, 1976 and 1977. He was a former member of the International Brotherhood of Longshoremen Assn. in Galveston from 1959 to 1960. Boatman Allemond is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Born in Louisiana, he is a resident of Plaquemine, La. .j Peter Leo Messina, 65, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957. ""' He sailed as a chief engineer for I ~urtis Bay Tow/ ,,.I · mg from 1942 to 1949 and for Baker-Whitely Towing from 1949 to 1977. Brother Messina was a former member of the ILA, MEBA, UAW and the MM&PU. He was born in Baltimore and is a resident of Whiteford, Md. .r-. ,.-. Alvin Franklin Hirsch, 65, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a deckhand and chief engineer for Baker-Whitely Towing from 1956 to 1977. Brother Hirsch was born in Baltimore and is a resident of Hunt Valley, Md. Ralph Avery Kirchner Jr., 58, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a captain for BakerWhitely Towing in 1957 and for Curtis Bay Towing. Brother Kirchner began sailing in 1943. His daughter, Deborah, won a SIU College Scholarship in 1968 and attended Highpoint (N.C.) College. Boatman Kirchner was a former member of the ILA. And he is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was born in Baltimore and is a resident of Arnold, Md. 8 I LOG / September 1984 Charles Alexander Brezler, , 72, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a deckhand and mate for BakerWhitely Towing and for Curtis · Bay Towing. Brother Brezler is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was born in Baltimore and is a resident there. Larry Paul Wilson, 62, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a deckhand and cook. Brother Wilson was born in Washington, N.C. and is a resident there. John George Zeller Sr., 64, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1956 sailing as an AB for the Charles H. Harper Co. for 29 years. Brother Zeller is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. He was born in Baltimore and is a resident there. Odilon DuBois, 62, joined the Union in 1947 in the port of Houston sailing as a chief and 2nd engineer for G & H Towing from 1946 to 1983. Brother DuBois was a former member of the NMU. He was born in Kaplan, La. and is resident of Hardin, Texas. Daniel Francis Henderson, 54, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a cook for Curtis Bay Towing in 1965. Brother Henderson was a former member of the ILA Local 1291 from 1947 to 1962. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Boatman Henderson was born in Philadelphia and is a resident there. JUST POPPED UP TO SAYLOOK FOR THE UNION LABEL! Charles John Dougherty, 59, . joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a mate, pilot and captain for the Baker, Whiteley Towing Co. from 1950 to 1977. Brother Dougherty began sailing as a deckhand for Curtis Bay Towing -in 1946. He was a former member of the ILA and is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. Boatman Dougherty was born in Baltimore and is a resident of Glen Burnie, Md. Joseph "Joe" Ducre Babin, 57, joined the Union in the port of Galveston in 1957 sailing as a chief engineer for the G & H Towing Co. from 1946 to 1984. Brother Babin is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II serving as a diesel engineer and electrician. He was born in Houston and is a resident of Three Rivers, Texas. Job SPAD Secu"rity In Memoriam Pensioner James Dallas Orrell, 67 , died on Pensioner James P. Carrpll Sr., 81, passed away on May 12. Brother Carroll joined the Aug. 22. Brother Union in the port of New York Orrell joined the in 1960 sailing as a deckhand Union in the port for the Pennsylvania Railroad of Norfolk in 1962 from 1922 to 1968. He was a sailing as a chief former member of the Associengineer for the ated Maritime Workers Union, Cape Fear Towing Co., Wil- Local 1. Boatman Carroll was mington, N.C. from 1932 to 1980. born in Jersey City, N.J. and He was a former member of the was a resident there. Surviving NMU from 1954 to 1962 and of are his widow, Regina and two the UMW, District 33. Boatman sons, James Jr. and Raymond. Orrell was born in Wilmington Louis John Casselli Jr., 27, and was a resident there. Sur- died aboard the M/V Overseas viving are his widow, Pauline Harriette (Maritime Overseas) and two daughters, Janice and in Alexandria, Egypt on Feb. 20. Brother Casselli joined the Vicki of Wilmington. Pensioner Union in the port of Philadelphia Frank Emile Rob- in 1979. He was born in Pennsylvania and was a resident of inson Sawyer, 66, succumbed to Philadelphia. Surviving is his mother, Elizabeth of Philadelkidney failure in the Providence phia. Hospital, Mobile Andrew Drachmas, 61, died . on Feb. 6. Brother Drachmas on July 12 Brother Sawyer joined the Union in the port of joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1971. He sailed Mobile in 1956 sailing as a cook. as a captain and launch and He was born in Mobile and was patrolboat operator on the a resident there. Interment was - launches Silver Bullet and Silver in Catholic Cemetery, Mobile. Comet from 1971 to 1977. He Surviving is his widow, Mary. also sailed for the Independent Towing and Launch Service Co. Leonard Chester Cole, 62, died from 1955 to 1984. Boatman of arteriosclerosis at home in Drachmas was a former member Seattle on Jan. 30. Brother Cole of the American Federation of joined the Union in the port of Government Employees Union Seattle in 1968 sailing as a chief and was a veteran of the U.S. pumpman and QMED. He was Army Corps of Engineers in a former member of the Marine World War II. Born in New Firemen's, Oilers and WaterYork City, he was a resident of tenders (MFOW) Union. He was Glenolden, Pa. Surviving are his born in Seattle. Cremation took widow, Jewel; a son, Curtis; a place in the Bleitz Crematory, brother, George Drake and a Seattle. Surviving is a brother, cousin , Barbara Mania of Upper Daniel of Hayward , Calif. Darby, Pa. Register Now-vote Nov. 6 �•• Four Great Lakes Dredge Co.'s Keep Busy North American Trailing (NATCO) Co.'s new dredge, the Northerly Is., will complete a dredging job in about a week at Essexville, Mich. in Saginaw Bay and move on to another job at Toledo, Ohio . • This week the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. will start dredging for harbor deepening in Lorain, Ohio . • Low bidder Luedtke Engineering Co., in about a week from now, will begin dredging at Ogdensburg, N.Y. At the beginning of the month, the company had six dredging projects under way. • Also at the start of September, Dunbar & Sullivan was completing a dredging job at Fairport, Ohio before moving to Conneaut, Ohio for harbor deepening work with the last job set to be done at Pt. Mouillee, Mich. The John G. D'Amato and the Kyle Smith are two of Crescent Towing's tugs that were in New Orleans over the long Labor Day weekend. At the Dock in New Orleans crescent Towing NBC Line Contract is Inked in Norfolk A new contract for Boatmen at the NBC Line in the port of Norfolk was signed late last month. • Boatmen at Cape Fear Towing in Wilmington, N.C. got a one-year extension on their old contract. • Still in negotiations early this month was a new contract at Northeast Towing in this port. In Philadelphia, Taylor & Anderson Pact Talks Due Harbor docking company contracts in the port of Philadelphia, like the one for Boatmen at Taylor & Anderson, are scheduled to be negotiated shortly. G & H Towing in Houston Negotiating Contract Contract negotiations at G & H Towing in the port of Houston are still going on. Summary Annual Report GLT & D Pension Plan This is a summary of the Annual report of GREAT LAKES TUG & DREDGE PENSION PLAN, I.D. Number 13-1953878, for January 1, 1982 to December 31, 1982. The Annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $5,702,464 as of January 1, 1982, compared to $7,256,230 as of December 31, 1982. During the year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $1,552,766. This included unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets: that is the difference between the value of the plan's assets as of the end of the year as compared to the value of the assets at the beginning of the year, or the cost of assets acquired during the year. ' During the plan year, the plan had total income of $1,934,023 including employer contributions of $356,281 and earnings from investments of $1,577,742. Plan expenses were $380,257 and are comprised of two types: (1) Pension benefit expenses of $229,672 paid directly to participants or their beneficiaries; and (2) Administrative expenses of $150,585, which were comprised of salaries, fees and commissions, fiduciary insurance premiums and general administrative expenses. - . .,._....Aboard the John G. D'Amato are (I. tor.) Dave Tusson, deckhand/relief captain; Gary Taylor, captain (MEBA-2); SIU Patrolman Jim McGee, and Francis Arnona, deckhand/relief captain. Your Rights To Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An accountant's report"' 2. Assets held for investment To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. A. Jensen, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.00 for the full annual report or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement ·of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. . You also have the right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefits Program, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution ' Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. September 1984 / LOG / 9 �Business as Usual-Busy-in Jacksonville Two of the SIU's newest ships, the USNS Anatares and Capella were in Jacksonville recently for training and repairs. In addition to servicing the crews of those ships, Jacksonville's inland operations and other deep sea ships kept Union officials busy. Here is a look at some of the crews and ships. St. Mary's River launch operator Chuck Fischer is working with the Sugar Islander. The crew of the Capella: OS James Blitch, SA P~trick Cassidy, AB Tommie Benton, AB Douglas Lawton, Chief Electrician Everette Richman, OMU Jon Campbell, Jr. Eng. Carroll "Tiny" Boudreaux, Jr. Eng. Arthur Baredian, SA Linton Taylor, Asst. Cook Robert Firth, OS Woodrow Cunningham, OMU Clarence Crowder, Bosun Luther Pate, AB Roan Lightfoot, AB Glenn Reynolds, OMU Ben Adams and OS Norse May. The Sea-Land Oakland was in Jacksonville for a quick stop. Here are OS Michael Crane, Bosun George A. Burke and Electrician Gerald Payne. Just before the USNS Capella left Jacksonville for training, QMED Clarence Crowder did a little shopping ashore. Here he's counting his change. The Antares and the Capella tied up in Jacksonville. 10 / LOG / September 1984 Unlicensed Jr. Eng. Freddie Horn is back aboard the Antares. He received burns on his hand and arm in a freak boiler accident. �The Antares is now in standby status as the ship's boilers are repaired in Jacksonville. Here are ABs Paul Konstantine, Edmund Vaughn , Freddie Wilkison and Vernon Kanable. / The deck and one of the cranes on the Capella. Jacksonville Patrolman Dah Griffin gets together with AB John Sparks of the Antares, Bosun Luther Pate of the Capella and AB Michael Lyell of the Antares. ' AB Paul Carolan unfolds the hatch cover to close a hold on the Antares. ,.... '1 The dredge Sugar Islander, working at Mayport Navy Base, is just about full and ready to head to the dump site. This is one of the large cargo holds on the Antares. September 1984 / LOG / 11 �Valdez to Panama Onboard the ·overseas Washington (Photos by QMED Carroll Boudreaux) I Chief Steward Jesse B. Natividad shows off a cake. The Overseas Washington glides through the Pacific on its Valdez-toPanama Canal voyage. QMED Carroll "Tiny" Boudreaux fixes up a good lunch. QMED James H. Brewer changes burners. Crewmembers take part in a lifeboat drill at Chiriqui Grande, Panama. Captain R. Vurpillat relaxes on the bridge after treating the Washington crew to a lobster supper. He bought the lobsters fresh in Chiriqui Grande. 12 / LOG / September 1984 Chief cook Vincent· Hebert gives Chief Engineer William "Bill" Moses something to smile about during meal time on the Overseas Washington. �Piney Point .Maryland SHLSS Teachers Visit USNS Keystone State SIU Brings Education Programs to the Members ~ For an education program to be effective, it must be able to reach the students and meet their needs. A continuous effort must be made to identify these needs and design new methods and materials to meet them. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship (SHLSS) has long recognized and responded to such innovative approaches in education. Its departments work cooperatively together to provide the best educational programs for seafarers. Recently, SHLSS Vocational instructor Bill Hellwege and Adult Education instructors Mary Coyle, Terry Sharpe and Sandy Schroeder had the opportunity to visit the Keystone State. The opportunity to visit the Keystone State provided a vital link between the school and the seafarers on board. It gave the crew a chance to share their concerns and educational needs with the instructors. At the same time, the instructors had a chance to explain the programs and courses available at the school including the correspondence courses and materials that are available. Several copies of everything that is offered on the correspondence coupon of the LOG were distributed. This included materials on English, math, social studies, communication skills, taxes and metrics. Prior to the Keystone State visit, the Adult Education Department had received a call from crew member Bill Ashman, a crane operator on the Keystone State, requesting 'some GED selfstudy materials. He explained that he had set up an evening study group on the vessel for eight fellow crew members and needed more materials. His enthusiasm and determination to make the study group a success was evident. He had recruited fellow crew members to help as tutors. Even Keystone State Captain Frank Contelmo had volunteered to tutor and offered his support for the group. The organization of this study group represents only one type of educational activity that could be effective on any vessel. The possibility of more correspondence programs and methods to reach hundreds of members on other contracted vessels will be a strong focus for the Adult Education department. Ideas for correspondence courses and alternative education methods for members has always been a priority at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. These ideas have been supported and followed through by both the Union and the staff at the Seafarers Harry Lunde berg School of Seamanship. Paul Lewis (I.) received his GED diploma through SHLSS in the Spring of 1984. Bill Ashman is currently studying for his GED and heads the GED study group. Instructor Bill Hellwege, SHLSS Vocational instructor who has taught the cargo handling and crane operating course, also shares the same concerns about shipboard life and education. Bill knows the military aspects of not only getting the job done, but the importance that education and training nave in developing needed skills. Education and training go hand in hand in preparing the members for both their job and life skills. As the skills or needs change and are identified, the materials and methods must also change. It is this total approach to education, that your union and the SHLSS educational departments utilize to improve on wha~ they have. The SHLs's Keystone State crew members provided suggestions for other correspondence materials to be developed in areas of Personal Finance, Nutrition, Health and Safety and splicing wire and line to list a few . Most of all there was an overwhelming desire by the crew members to improve their academic knowledge. Currently, new materials and correspondence methods are in the process of being developed with hopes that they can be implemented soon. The visit certainly was an eye-opening experience in making the instructors realize how many members there are yet to reach who have a strong desire to further their academic education. L0aply :~t instructor, Mary Coyle e ps for program. Phil Tambon, standing, recently completed the Third Mate course offered at SHLSS. r The AB crane operator instructors on board the Keystone State are, from I. to r. Dave Novogratz, Robert Carroll, Lou Flade, Philip Tambon, and Bill Ashman. September 1984 / LOG / 13 �College Courses Offered Through SH LSS Through a contractual agreement between the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship and Charles County Community College of Maryland, SIU members have the opportunity to earn a certificate in Nautical Science and/or an Associate in Arts degree in general studies . The courses, taught on the SHLSS campus, are offered in a self-study format. This allows a student to begin a course at his convenience. He sets his own deadlines for completing assignments, but the course must be completed within one year. This format allows a seafarer to take college level courses at the same time he is taking vocational upgrading courses on the SHLSS campus. The vocational courses are approved for college credit and may be applied toward the Nautical Science Certificate and/or an Associate in Arts degree in general studies. The Nautical Science certificate program supplements the regular vocational training programs of the Lundeberg School with postsecondary academic training in nautical science. This certificate enhances the educational opportunity for members of the Seafarers International Union. The 21 credit-hour program takes between six and ten weeks to complete. More than 50% of the students complete the program in less than five weeks due to previous accredited courses taken at SHLSS. The Scholarship/Work Program is another example of the SIU's deep belief that education is the key to growth and strength of individuals, of the union, and of the industry. This program has been developed for eligible members who wish to return to SHLSS solely to work towards their Associate in Arts degree through the Charles County Community College. The Scholarship/Work Program is available to all SIU members who need sixteen credits or less to complete their Associate in Arts degree through Charles County Community College. For more information on the college level programs offered at SHLSS please write to th<; college Programs Office, Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, Maryland 20674 . College instructor Don Mundell (I.) discusses geographical areas with John C. Carr. ................•.............................................................. SHLSS Staff Members Attend Voter Registration Cla~s ·(I. to r.) Chris Tennyson, Bart Rogers, Bill Foley, Fay vanEsselstyn and Tracy Aumann. (Not shown: Kaye Assenmacher) Charles County Community College instructor Grace Davis discusses course assignments with William Gizzo. 14 / LOG / September 1984 Six staff members of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship attended a voter registration class. The class was given by the Board of Supervisors of Elections for St. Mary's County. Voter Registration forms were explained and distributed. The class members were deputized and authorized to distribute Voter Registration Applications and assist in filling out the forms. ---Support our-Grassroots Program If you are not registered - Register If you 'are registered Vote November 6th �i Following are the updated course schedules for October through December 1984 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For convenience of the membership, the course schedule is separated into five categories: engine department courses; deck department courses; steward department courses; recertification programs; adult education courses. The starting and completion dates for all courses are also listed. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll in the courses of their choice as early as possible. Although every effort will be made to help every member, classes will be limited in size-so sign up early. Class schedules may be changed to reflect membership demands. SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in preparing applications. The following classes will be held through December 1984 as listed below: Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date Automation Diesel Scholarship Welding Tankerman Marine Electronics October 19 October 26 November 2 October 5 November 2 November 23 December 21 December 7 October 18 December 14 Recertification Programs Completion Date Check-In Date Course Steward Recertification October 19 December 3 Adult Education Courses· Check-In/ Completion Date Course Length of Course Developmental Studies September 10 October 1 October 29 September 14 October 5 November 2 (GED) High School Equivalency Program (ESL) English as a Second Language (ABE) Adult Basic Education Open-ended • Open-ended Open-ended Bus Schedule Monday Through Friday Only Deck Upgrading Courses Course Able Seaman Celestial Navigation/ Master/Mate F.T. Celestial Navigation/ Third Mate Celestial Navigation/ Towboat Operator Check-In Date Completion Date October 19 November 9 December 6 December 14 November 9 December 14 November 9 December 14 Steward Upgrading Courses - Depart Lexington Park 6:20 A.M. Arrive Washington D.C. 8:20 A.M. Depart Washington, D.C. 4:30 A.M. 5:55 P.M. Arrive Lexington Park 6:15 A.M. 7.55 P.M. The Gold Line Bus is the only bus which travels between Washington D.C. and the nearest bus stop in Lexington Park. This bus line travels Monday through Friday only. It is necessary to take a cab from Lexington Park to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. The Gold Line Bus Station is located at 12th and New York, Northwest, D.C. Telephone Number in Washington, D.C.: (202) 479-5900 Course Check-In/ Completion Date Len.9th of Course The Gold Line Bus Station is located in Lexington Park at the A&P Grocery. Fare: $10.30 (One Way) Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward bi-weekly bi-weekly bi-weekly monthly varies varies varies varies Friendly Cab Company, Lexington Park, Maryland Telephone Number: 863-8141 Fare from Lexington Park to SHLSS is: $11.00 (1 or 2 occupants) one way. September 1984 I LOG / 15 �Apply Now for an SH LSS Upgrading CQurse .................................................................................................•........................•.............• , Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Upgrading Application Name (Las t) (first) Date of Birth (Middle) Mo ./Oay/Vea r Address- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ,,.,...,=, - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - ree (Ci_ly) (Slate) Dee p Sea Membe r '.:::: Telephone - ~ -~ ~ -- - - - - (Zip Code) (Area Code) In land Wate rs Membe r Soc ial Security # _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ • Lakes Member • Pac ific • Book # _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Seniorit Date Book Port Present ly Was Issued _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Port Iss ued _ __ _ _ __ __ __ Reg istered In _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Endorseme nt(s) or License(s) Now He ld _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ • Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program : No [] (if yes , fill in be low) Yes Trainee Program : From ------=cc-c- to .- - c - c r c c - c n - - - - - - (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses : • No Yes • (if yes , fi ll in below) Course(s) Taken - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes No • Firefighting: • Yes No • CPR : • Yes No • Date Available for Training - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below br Indicated Here if Not Listed DECK ALL DEPARTMENTS ENGINE C.. Tankerman C AB Unlimited _ AB Limited - AB Special L.J Quartermaster D Towboat Operator Inland C Towboat Operator Not More Than 200 Miles c; Towboat Operator (Over 200 Miles) r Celestial Navigation C Master Inspected Towing Vessel r Mate Inspected Towing Vessel ..:; 1st Class Pilot Li Third Mate Celestial Navigation C Third Mate D FOWT Li QMED-Any Rating Marine Electronics Marine Electrical Maintenance Pumproom Maintenance & Operation Automation Maintenance of Shipboard Refrigeration Systems r Diesel Engines L, Assistant Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) '.:::" Chief Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) ::::, Third Asst. Engineer (Motor Inspected) C.. C .__, D G D Welding D Lifeboatman ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT D Adult Basic Education (ABE) D High School Equivalency Program (GED) D Developmental Studies D English as a Second Language (ESL) STEWARD No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts after course completion. D D 0 C ~ Assistant Cook Cook & Baker Chief Cook Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM D Nautical Science Certificate Program • Scholarship/Work Program RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TIME-(Show only amo unt needed to upg rade in rating noted above or attac h lett er of service , wh ic heve r is app li cab le.) VESSEL RATING HELD DATE SH IPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE SIGNATURE _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ DATE _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center, Piney Point , MD. 20674 ••••••.•....•••••................•.............•....••••.......................• , .•••.•........•••..........•••••...•.••• 16 /LOG/ September 1984 �SHLSS Instructor Eglinton Writes Engine Room Book William D. Eglinton, an instructor of Marine Engineering at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, has authored a new version of the Marine Engine Room Blue Book. This is the third edition of the Blue Book. The second edition was published in the mid-1960s and Eglinton has updated the book to include the hundreds of technological changes in the engine room and maritime industry. It is based on the original edition by William B. Patterson. The Blue Book emphasizes equipment operation and construction and contains all new Personals Leo Gillikin and Albert Cruz Please get in touch with your old shipmate, William 0. Bolling, 103 Steele Rd., Slidell, La. 70461. Support SPAD Delivering. the Message sample questions and answers. The text includes many general topics all QMED candidates must know along with specific topics for fireman/watertender, oiler, pumpman, machinist, electrician, deck engineer, refrigeration engineer and junior engineer. The Blue Book is published by Cornell Maritime Press. For information on how to order the book call toll-free (800) 6387641 or in Maryland (301) 7581075. Perryman Buried a.t Sea July 18, 1984 was a somber day aboard the SS President Hoover (APL) as the ashes of Brother Bobby G. Perryman were committed to the deep in the harbor of Kobe, Japan. Capt. L.R. Jewett officiated at the burial. All hands were in attendance. Perryman served aboard the President Hoover as a utilityman from Feb. 1 to April 23, 1980 and died in Piney Point, Md. on May 10, 1984. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Telling the delegates to the annual convention of the New York State Union Label and Service Trades Department that union members must band together to fight Reagan's anti-labor policies is SIU President Frank Drozak. Sitting beside him is the president of the group, Joseph Talarico. The convention was held at the end of June in Tarrytown, N.Y. (photo by Dan Miller) KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes a nd Inl a nd Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership"s money-and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months. which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasu·rer. A quarterly financ;:e committee of rank a nd file members. elected by the membership. makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SlU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers. notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail. return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus " Red " Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times. either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board . CO TRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all Sl U halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know you r contract rights. as well as your obligations. such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time. any SIU KNOW YOUR RIGHTS all Union halls . All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any lime you feel an) member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation h, any methods such as dealing with charges. trials. etc .. as well as all other details. thco the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL-RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and a, members of the SIU. These rights arc clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently. no member may be discrimi nated against bccau,c of race. creed. color. sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he i, denied the equal rights to which he is entitled. he should notify Union headquarters. 11111111m111n11111111t1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 patrolman or other Union offbal. in.your opinion. fails to protect your contract rights properly. contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union. officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership . This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, 1960. meetings in all constitutional ports. 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Its proceeds arc used to further its objects and purposes including. but not limited to, furthering the political. social and economic interests of maritime workers. the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions arc voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force~ joh discrimination. financial reprisal. or threat of such conduct. or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made hy reason of the above improper conduct. notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within JO <lays of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic. political and social interests. and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. September 1984 / LOG I 17 �-- -------------~~-----------------------. QMED Goes Wingwalking Seafarer Sees the World on a Wing with a Prayer Like Lindbergh's, day, the cut the sky leaving plumes of melodies of Cole Porter tunes spent fuel feathering behind are in the air, sounding as though them. But the best today is about to played on an old Victrola from speakers on the open runway begin with the start of the Flying field. Air balloons and parachu- Circus finale. People lift chiltists drift in the clouds. They dren to their shoulders. They are a feast for the eyes, green, clutch binoculars to see him yellow, red, drawn before a climb out of the cockpit of a blazing white sun. Then the Stearman, 500 feet in the air. clickety revving of propellers Without safety devices or hidstarting up is heard as antique den wires, no parachute to break Stearman bi-planes with canvas a surprise fatal fall, QMED Bob wings and bodies in brilliant or- Shaw edges out to dance a darigami colors are moved about ing ballet on the wing of a plane like toys on the runway. The travelling 95 miles per hour. But what is a Seafarer doing crowd swoons. It's the Golden Age of flight on the wing of an airplane? There at the Flying Circus Airshow in - is no bailing out when the ride Bealeton, Va. The show is a gets rough , when the wind curdazzling display of sky acrobat- rents fray grace, when he is ics, dizzying flight paths and tempted to distraction by beauty parachute falls with pilots and on the wing. planes gliding through the air with the greatest of ease. Every No Wires, No Chute. Sunday is a revival of barnstorming stunts and thrills in Dancing on a Wing vogue in the '20s and '30s. at 500 Feet. In Charles Lindbergh's day unemployed World War I pilots Bob Shaw is a man of advenhome from the war gathered ture in a modern world where crowds to country fields for just most people slay their dragons such a day of stunning sky barnand pump their adrenaline on storming in their Stearman flying video screens without leaving machines. Afterwards they the safety of their daily world. Shaw says he went to sea for passed the hat to pay the rent. the adventure and the thrills of In formation and in solo flight, up, up and away, performing seeing the world. In the winter rolls, dives and loops the planes time he rides Olympic style bob- ~.- ... An accomplished rock climber, white water canoeist, parachutist, and Olympic style bobsled enthusiast, Shaw discovered wingwalking competing for the position at the Circus two years ago and found it to be the most "exciting" thing he had ever done. sleds. He challenges dangerous rapids in white water canoeing and has a mountain climbing rating that almost qualifies him to scale Mt. Everest. Today for a handful of dollars and a thrill most people will never experience, let alone comprehend, Bob Shaw is walking on the wing of an airplane. The plane makes a pass over the crowd. He sees and hears the applause each time he takes a new position outside the plane. It is for the pure thrill of it all and the applause that he has taken such a job, he later tells autograph seekers. ' :~ Shaw is one of a handful of professional wingwalkers employed in similar circuses or by Hollywood film makers. But Shaw and one other wingwalker with the Circus alone pull out all the stops . Save a nylon cord he hooks to the plane during the 'loop the loops' and when the routine calls for him to hang upside down from the plane, the Federal Aviation Administration has waived regulations requiring Flying Circus wingwalkers to use safety props. For a full minute during the performance, Shaw executes the trapeze hang from an end strut. He must be able to recover to an upright position while wind pressure may reach a maximum 120 miles off the fuselage , in a sit up that could be accomplished only by an athlete. Ahh's ripple through the crowd. Once more onlookers are breathless. They get butterflies in their sto.m achs when suddenly the Stearman goes for the loop. Leaning into a V-strut for a split second into the plane's roller coaster dive, the world · falls away from Sl).aw as the centrifugal force holding him let~ up. . .. Wingwalker QMED Bob Shaw and pilot John King show off the authentic Stearman )plane used in their daredevil Flying Circus routine. 18 /LOG/ September 1984 In a few moments he is on the ground. Children want him to sign Flying Circus posters and can ' t seem to keep their eyes off of him. He will be their hero they say and are already thinking of the ski cap they can use as a flight cap and the dining room chair they will jump from when they get home. �At Sea I~~mJ@r@ GLAMO 2-Year Contract Signed And Ratified A new two-year contract between 25 SIU-contracted ships on the Great Lakes and the Great Lakes Assn. of Marine Operators (GLAMO) was ratified and signed by the membership. The contract, which went into effect on July 16, has monetary gams for the members and a return to a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) starting next Aug. 1. There had been a oneyear freeze on the COLA. Directory of Port$ Frank Drozak, President Falcon Princess or Falcon lady Off to Karachi Ed Turner, Exec. Vice President Joe DIGlorglo, Secretary-Treasurer From Sept. 19-28 the ST Falcon Princess or the ST Falcon Lady (both Titan Navigation) will carry a cargo of 36,500 to 36,750 metric tons of bulk wheat from Portland, Ore. to Karachi , Pakistan . China Buys 4.1M Tons of U.S. Wheat Sea-I.and to Sail Direct to Trinidad Sea-Land Service will sail a specially designed and built containership which can handle 171 35- or 40-foot refrigerator boxes directly on a run between Port Everglades, Fla. and Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. Port Gloucester ............. . •.. . New York ... . . . ............ . Philadelphia . . .. . . .. ........ . Baltimore ... . . . .... .. ...... . Norfolk . . ... . . . .... . ....•... Mobile . . ..... . .... .. ...... . • New Orleans ...... .. . . . . .. . . Jacksonville ................ . San Francisco .............. . Wilmington . . ... . .......... . Seattle . . ... . . . .........•... Puerto Rico . .... ... . ... .. .. . Honolulu . . ... ·. ............ . Houston .. .... . . . .. . ....... . Piney Point .... . .. .. ....... . Totals .... . ... . ........ . ... . Port Gloucester .... . . . .... . ..... . New York ..... . ... . . . .. . ... . Philadelphia ........... . ... . . Baltimore ....... ... .... . ... . Norfolk •........... . .... . ... Mobile .. . ................. . New Orleans .. . . . .......... . Jacksonville ........ . ....... . San Francisco .. . . .. . ....... . Wilmington . . .. . . ... . ...... . Seattle ... ... . . . . .......... . Puerto Rico . . .......... . . .. . Honolulu . . . . . -· ........•.. . Houston . ... . . . . . ..... .. ... . Piney Point .. .. . . ... ..... . . . Totals . . . . ... . . ........... . . Port Gloucester . . . .. ... .. ... . ... . New York ......... •. ... . .... Philadelphia ... ...... ....... . Baltimore . . ...... .. .. . . .. . . . Norfolk ... .. ..... . ... . ..... . Mobile ........ . ...... . .... . New Orleans ... . . .. .. .. .... . Jacksonville ............... . . San Francisco ...... .... •. .. . Wilmington .. .... . . . . .... .. . Seattle ......... . .•. .. .•. . .. Puerto Rico . . . .. ... .. ... ... . Honolulu ...... . ..• .. ..• . ... Houston ..... . . . . .. . . ..• .. .. Piney Point ... ... .. . . . .. . . . . Totals .............. .... . .. . *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 4 59 20 8 17 12 54 46 35 17 32 14 5 49 . 0 372 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 1 0 4 0 0 9 16 10 7 10 5 9 21 8 10 8 3 13 7 0 , 130 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 1 2 7 14 , 21 54 57 37 22 32 22 4 13 3 0 0 0 0 11 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 3 0 7 0 13 55 6 8 31 15 8 21 4 13 0 1 0 0 0 6 43 13 4 0 0 371 163 7 0 Trip Reliefs 2 2 1 0 0 0 18 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 9 172 28 28 25 35 122 76 81 45 75 24 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 1 0 3 0 1 0 0 42 13 5 20 6 15 25 18 24 14 6 98 24 18 823 239 10 5 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 2 60 21 8 12 12 37 39 28 8 22 8 2 35 0 294 1 8 8 2 2 1 7 16 ·7 7 12 4 10 6 0 91 - 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 48 5 4 12 12 0 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 5 1 0 0 0 28 11 0 0 1 0 0 0 5 0 0 6 29 31 10 15 7 3 32 0 236 10 0 5 5 0 0 20 4 14 5 1 88 0 0 7 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 ~ 0 5 1 2 0 3 5 0 1 0 21 6 154 26 27 22 32 95 55 57 30 57 20 2 73 0 24 12 3 10 9 17 18 17 12 17 4 13 13 1 656 175 2 81 2 33 5 2 0 1 3 1 3 0 2 0 0 11 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 2 39 6 4 10 5 18 18 13 1 20 4 5 16 0 161 1 14 3 1 2 0 2 6 24 1 7 1 39 1 2 104 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 50 0 0 51 0 34 0 20 11 28 20 35 3 5 14 0 0 0 2 3 0 2 0 7 3 1 1 46 18 15 4 20 81 10 12 7 0 188 2 216 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 5 0 3 0 1 0 1 0 152 0 0 0 11 151 0 9 11 18 15 56 25 36 12 34 9 6 34 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 6 9 66 9 13 2 47 1 0 348 199 1 65 12 166 3 0 2 0 62 0 0 68 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port Gloucester . ... . . .. ......... . New York .... . . . .... . . . .... . Philadelphia .. . . .. .. ........ . Baltimore ............ .. . .. . . Norfolk ...... . .. . .... .. ... . . Mobile ... . .. . ... . •... . ... . . New Orleans .. . . .. . . . .. ... . . Jacksonville ...... . ... . . 1' . . . San Francisco ......... . .... . Wilmington ...... . .... .. .. . . Seattle ............... . .... . Puerto Rico .. . . . . ......... . . Honolulu .. .. .............. . Houston ...... . ..... . .. . ... . Piney Point .. . .... . .... . ... . Totals ....... . ............. . 0 143 Totals All Departments . .. .. .. . 970 0 33 10 4 4 5 21 11 20 4 4 10 2 15 1 70 20 10 13 6 25 27 58 18 28 11 83 19 0 4 0 1 0 0 2 3 9 1 4 0 21 24 44 12 9 49 13 33 9 9 131 15 404 0 0 0 729 221 795 467 166 22 4 10 2 146 150 0 0 274 0 862 207 50 2,101 1,475 296 7 0 0 155 0 9 0 2 0 0 1 5 3 27 24 53 23 62 35 143 74 45 17 10 Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President HEADQUARTERS Last month Communist China bought 4.1 millions metric tons of U.S. wheat under the fourth year of these countries long-term grain agreements. Also last month the Soviet Union purchased 350,000 metric tons of American corn for delivery during the 1984-85 marke_ting year. Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea August 1-30, 1984 Leon Hall, Vice President Angus " Red" Campbell, Vice President 2 0 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md . 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) 327-4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 44113 (216) 621-5450 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 11 Rogers St. 01930 (617) 283-1167 HONOLULU, Hawaii 707 Alakea St. 96813 (808) 537-5714 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 Toll Free: 1-800·325-2532 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1057 Fernandez ~luncos St. Stop 16 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 623-4334 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON, Calif. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (213) 549-4000 • "Total Registered " means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** " Registered on the Beach" means the .total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was up from the month of July. A total of 1,478 jobs were shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,478 jobs shipped, 795 jobs or about 54 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 50 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 734 relief jobs have been shipped. Support SPAD September 1984 / LOG / 19 �In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key government officials instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. Senator John Warner Senator John Glenn C E LECTED to the United States Senate in 1974, Senator John Glenn (D-Ohio) was re-elected to a second term in 1980. The senator has had an exciting and interesting career enThe senator believes in a compassing military service, strong American merchant maprivate business, space flight and rine to assist in securing Amerpolitics. In April 1959, Glenn ica. This belief in America's was selected as one of the first maritime prowess was nurtured seven astronauts to participate during Warner's early years as in the space program. On Feb. Sen. John Warner a volunteer in the U.S. Navy. 20, 1962, Glenn became the first He said recently, "I remember In June of this year, Warner, American to orbit the earth, so well the end of World War along with his colleague, Sena- completing three orbits and II, when the U.S. merchant fleet tor Robert Byrd (D-W. Va.), reaching a maximum altitude of was the largest in the world. introduced the '' Sealift Com- 162 statute miles and an orbital However, in the years since mission'' bill as an amendment speed of 17,500 miles per hour 1950 there has been a steady to the Department of Defense during a five-hour flight. decline in the merchant ma- Authorization legislation. This As a result of his military rine .... The deficiencies in the Sealift Commission will rec- background, the senator supAmerican merchant marine could ommend how the government ports America's maritime inwell be the Achilles' heel of any and private industry can con- dustry and recognizes its commilitary operation that we may struct more United States ships manding role in the economic be forced to conduct in the dethrough innovative measures. · and defense posture of this nafense of our nation." Warner pointed out that "the tion. The senator has worked British operation in the Falk- for many initiatives in commitDuring his five years of servlands was dramatically depend- tee and on the Senate floor and ice in the Department of Deent upon sealift capability pro- championed motions to secure fense in the late '60s and early vided by their merchant fleet. It and revitalize all aspects of the '70s, first as Under Secretary of is interesting that the ratio in American fleet. the Navy and then as Secretary the Falklands campaign beThrough the years , Glenn has of the Navy, Warner has dilitween British warships and Brit- supported ODS and CDS progently worked to break barriers ish merchant ships was four grams to maintain the U.S. fleet's and alleviate the problems with merchant ships for every British presence and competitiveness respect to America's merchant warship. Indeed, we recall with in the world's oceans. marine fleet , which he feels "is The senator realizes the United somewhat of a tinge of romantic America's strategic resource." nostalgia that the British had to States must be energy self-suftake the QE II out of passenger ficient and strongly advocates In the Senate, Warner is a third-ranking majority member service and reconfigure it very the ban on the export of Alaskan of the Armed Services Com- quickly as a troop transport in North slope crude oil. In addition, filling the Strategic Petromittee, is chairman of its sub- that engagement.'' Recommending that his colleum Reserve at a maximum fill committee on Strategic and Theatre Nuclear Forces, and leagues support the amendment rate is another avenue the senserves on its subcomittees on wholeheartedly, Warner con- ator endorses for U.S. oil inMilitary Construction and Tac- cluded his remarks by saying, dependence. The '' stars and stripes'' flying tical Warfare. He is a member "In my judgment, this commisof the Energy and Natural Re- sion, representing the broadest on the masts of American ships sources Committee, is chairman of experience and expertise in sailing into the ports of our allies of its subcommittee on Energy the maritime, military and eco- and Third World countries symand Mineral Resources, and nomic matters affecting the U.S. - bolizes U.S. involvement in serves on its subcommittees on flag fleet, the maritime unions, worldwide events. Our P.L.-480 Military Construction and Tac- and our shipyards, can contrib- Food For Peace Program, with ute to a resolution of the prob- the backing of senators such as tical Warfare. lems that have beset the U.S. Glenn, reinforces the commitIn his short Senate career, maritime industry and, there- ment of the United States to Warner has continued to work fore, the sealift capability of the underdeveloped countries. Senator Glenn sits on the Forhard and effectively to improve U.S. Armed Forces." eign Relations Committee, the the nation's transportation net- · Governmental Affairs Commitwork and America's private fleet. "A ship should not ride on a single anchor tee, and the Special Committee '' An efficient transportation nor life on a single hope!" on Aging. network is essential to the qual·ity of life throughout the United Recently, the senator adEpictetus, Greek Philosopher, States." First Century A.D. dressed the Biennial ConvenOMING to the Senate with a background in national security and foreign affairs, Senator John Warner (R-Va.) was elected to the United States Senate on Nov. 7, 1978. 20 / LOG I September 1984 Sen. John Glenn tion of the Ohio AFL-CIO, where he said that "in 1984, the Democratic ticket deserves to winand Ronald Reagan deserves to lose. The administration continues to boast about recovery. But what kind of recovery is it that brings renewed prosperity to some-but leaves states like Ohio twisting slowly in the wind? "Despite the administration's soothing assurances that things are better, over half a million Ohioans are still out of work and millions more are running out of hope. I believe the people of Ohio deserve better than that, and that is why I recently introduced legislation to create a job training trust fund that will help workers gain the skills they need to compete in today's economy. If changing technology is making the old concept of job security a thing of the past, then we must see to it that employment security becomes the wave of the future. "Together, we will build an America where every person who is willing to work can find a decent job and where every child who is willing to learn can get a decent education. Together, we will build an America that redoubles its efforts in research and reaffirms its commitment to excellence, so that one day soon, the best products in the world will once again be stamped 'Made in the USA.' '' And most important of all, together we will build an America whose relations with the rest of the world reflect neither a retreat into isolationism nor a march into militarism and where we earn respect not just for the power of our arms, but for the strength of our ideals." �Grassroots Action Around the Country SIU Campaign Takes Root in Political Turf "What are YOU going to do for America's merchant marine?'' This question has been asked by thousands of SIU members, their families and SIU's friends rallying across the United States. port of Tacoma, Wash. To say the very least, the president was surprised as he stammered about his plan for building a 600-ship Navy fleet. In May, hundreds of protesting SIU members greeted sen- las, Texas late last month. Such notables as senators Robert Dole (R-Kan.), Lowell Weicker (R-Conn.) and former Secretary of Transportation Drew Lewis were put on the maritime hot spot. emergency has arisen, has any administration given the merchant marine the attention it deserves. But as the crises end, so do all the programs to support the U.S. fleet. Our merchant fleet has declined to the point " ... I am happy to report that the MTDISIU Grassroots Program is showing some real signs of success. Awareness is growing at all levels. Politicians cannot ignore us anymore ... ''- * Mobile, Alabama · Volunteering their time and efforts and armed with posters and flyers, Seafarers with their families and concerned colleagues have been enthusiastically informing the American public and campaigning candidates of the dangerous decline of America's merchant fleet and the security risk our country faces if the fleet continues to shrink. For more than 30 years, Seafarers have witnessed first-hand the drastic and heart-wrenching sinking of America's maritime power. During these same 30 years, SIU has supported and spared no efforts to elect presidents, senators and national representatives who have promised to end the decline of America's maritime industry. They made lofty promises to help America's working people. And they stated unequivocally their promotion of American industries. Frustated and angry because administration upon administration has broken promises to revitalize America's maritime fleet and allied industries, our unionists have taken their questions to the main streets of America where they will assuredly receive answers. And the questions were being answered! Confronted by throngs of picketing trade unionists and surrounded by inquiring reporters carrying mikes, notepads and minicams, these candidates have had no choice but to answer our questions and make a stand on our issues. In late April, Seafarers lined the presidential motorcade when President Reagan spoke at Weyerhaeuser's export facility in the Seattle atorial candidate Phil Gramm (R-Texas) at Gramm's scheduled press conference at the Hobby Airport Hilton in Houston, Texas. Our unionists and friends demanded to know the congressman's platform for maritime and American industrial rejuvenation. Gramm was stunned by the demonstration and tried to ignore our maritime issues. A Houston reporter then forced the issue by asking the congressman, "How can we rebuild our maritime industrty?" Gramm, clearly caught off guard, quickly answered that '' America needs to increase its American goods export market.'' Our picketing volunteers touched base with the upper echelons of the Republican Party during the proceedings of the Republican Platform Committee when they convened in Dal- The grassroots campaign has received attention around the country. SIU's Frank Drozak has brought the plight of our industry into the livingrooms of Americans through the medianewspaper, radio and television coverage-m many areas. Since SIU's in-house strategy meeting in April, Drozak has travelled extensively throughout the United States encouraging the support of the Maritime Trades Department's working millions. Drozak has addressed the Port Councils in Toledo, Ohio; Baltimore, Md.; Seattle, Wash.; San Francisco, Calif., Chicago, Ill., and visited such out-of-the-way places as Saraland, Ala. Drozak has called all unionists and friends to picket and has given them the grim facts. "Only when a war or national that it cannot supply our military troops to sustain a battle on one front, let alone two. A recent study by the Association of the United States Army verifies that the condition of America's maritime fleet is a serious threat to our national security for transporting troops and needed combat resources during national emergencies. If the rate of decline continues as it has in the past, the American maritime industry will be out of business in less than 10 years." The record of the Reagan administration is a wholesale transfer to disaster. Every initiative the maritime industry has tried to introduce in Congressinitiatives geared toward turning this industry around, saving American maritime jobs and meeting the needs of national security-has encountered open administration opposition. President Reagan has cut seamen's health care benefits, terminated the Construction Differential Subsidy program, cut back on the Operating Differential Subsidy program, allowed U.S. operators to build ships overseas, failed to ratify the UNCTAD Code, failed to enforce existing cargo preference laws and failed to enter into bilateral trade agreements with our trading partners. This administration's program is nothing more than a suicide pill for an essential segment of our economy and national security. (Continued on Page 28.) * All quotes in this special section are taken from speeches by SIU President Frank Drozak · from his stops at Union halls, Port Councils and rallies around the country. September 1984 / LOG / 21 �. Grassroots Around the Country ''... If the rate of decline continues as it has in the past, the American maritime industry will be out of business in 1O years ... " Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Camp Springs " ... When the Republican Platform Committee meets on MonWH AT WILL ,--~\ YOU DO day, the committee will be ~.-- TO PUT greeted by protesting union members, _ their families and friends. These union members will demand to know why Presi-dent Reagan's 'eight~point maritime program' of 1980 has never Baltimore been adopted and implemented during his term ... '' Dallas, Texas ''... We must let America's people and politicians know what these broken . promises have · . done to the . . . fourth arm of America's ,~ defense." -· ·~j:···,-.. ~ ' . . . ..............· - - ·· - · · · ,,,.........".,.• •,.,,..i,;.,.~,F"""=«•z••·•·'•••="'"····•••·•••'••••••'·j ·-·· ··-77- San Francisco 22 / LOG / September 1984 ··· ~- ·- .,._-=~-,.___·~" .... --,•:- - - fa"t'tr.;i;.--..· Norfolk, Virginia �" ... We need candidates in office who will turn promises into reality." Wilmington, California Los Angeles ''... Our merchant fleet has declined to the point that it cannot supply our military troops with the supplies needed to sustain a battle on one front let alone two." New Orleans, Louisiana ''... The message is this: AMERICA NEEDS JOBS." Houston, Texas - Detroit - Cleveland " ... I believe with your help and the help of the MTD in each of the 29 port councils, we can get the Ameriqan public on our side especially if they know the facts-the facts about the stead- ily worsening condition of the maritime and allied industries.'' Portland, Oregon September 1984 / LOG / 23 �,I Merchant • • marine 1n doldrums Grassroots in the News "The problem is a historical one. Drozak says that just like past presidents, Ronald Reagan doesn't listen. Drozak says that is quite ironic, as the U.S. is involved in conflict in all parts of the world currently. That is when the industry he represents is needed the most." By Gary Washburn Chicago Tnbune WASHINGTON-At a time when the United States is beefing up its military with huge infusions of cash and hardware, some critics of government policy believe that the nation's. tactical might is ~ing compromised by an eros10n of its merchant marine. The number of privately owned /lmerican cargo ships has decreased so dramaticalJy over the years that a pro1onged conflict or conflicts on ~Vf:ral fronts could s~rain the supply hfelme to the breaking point, they WSMV Channel 4 New Orleans say. In 1951, nearly 1,300 U.S. merchant ships plied the seas . Today , there .,. e~cli se 1 h ~ . are only 537 A mothballed fleet of 241 federally owned cargo ships is designed to a_ugment America 's private contingent of merchant vessels in a natIOf!al emergency , but •J ne con1?ress1onal observer characterizes - "-called National Defense Re- qlJ. t ,!} • l'h .f.ll. .,_·:Ii 'J Q ,..,, s,<111 lttr,1/Jt 4. 8 W,. ily ·,i, lJie:'.°l;~le-r JJt,11'1'1/J,.,' Jt,p Shr1/h:int ll( - 'l' o its .11 k lo, . tnarj,-, "he -4,,.. s12 1111 ,,,, ·•,er1· fleet ·s e _of ~O e nio;e fleet ca11 .-.,~fik s17.f' a Jre<1rs tl-1,,n h<1s the ness i n<1 <1 <Igo <I 10th =~~ 4/7"J;,.~/;;e --C. ... ~ e~tlJ. q Othe h r h c clrJt s <1_ n d, o ll1ore Dhips <I 'Per<1te~ If · · ro2<1k nd is ~ M • • e . ar1 t. " a bunch of aging .._lJ. esS 2. 70() By Larry Ramey Journal Staff Write CLEVELAND - B • • ~!~~~lr ~~dr~\~~a 0 Jn1er~resid/ <1 the ~11 a~~t tntnent<lid. boiJding ~ - llri 0 th < to bring Ilublic attent lly_ <1tion<11 l.Jo e s :f.f.le~ 1Js res<lrititn:nbce lJi<1ds Were ,. . lot 1/io ' c.;1'":~ W1· . e11t . 1Js1· e lJ ..1llle Che <1ge th on, n S<1 ;r.' ers Sh1Pbo~l!ves nesslll 'P fllostJ d at /llce. 1 needs wi I start on M 1 lio •<1g,, of ,.Y -16fi , '"es. . D ldi11 Of lf<1 e11 <Ill Y 01 °soph the industry's unions 0 • ~no/ s tne,. • 8 Yta ::11lf1s fi 1ng1/ z<1k, 1/ conip 111{'ton d rep. lhe IJ .Y in Cleveland. By Erik S. McMahon j one.1~0 sta111 ~hqnt ;;. o~d. t~ fiver. ~<is b:· s<li<J h~ is b<1:n1e~. Ito<lds [h~ ,~ "I am scared, for ~, on ec1ter -'her; ar111e e li.q. e,gn Con1e IJesd ed ,., :t, , my life, about the Frank Drozak, president of the fl<itrJ th li'r- Wc1r lo Cq!J iro COIJ/d tr<lde Ships f. dePend fly .., ':?1 llsJ, -i,.\<-·e~ industry ... said Fran 0 Maritime Trades Departme,-,• /J Dro: tnore fhs in <1 .11atio~,Less th~r its i11 etnt ~; ei~?,~e dent of the Marif 1ts b s c,. •.,n" J/1 ,,ty r · iJ ~ <1Jc t <111 err .."'e " Iim "t AFL-CIO, called la.st v · }ujes ne ·c11"€- Pe· 0 0/d th a Co,., IJJI( .. rgo qh?dPe.rc, ,,. 'u en t ' an a ffil la <:" Ii, (! ed r('e OIJ e q q Co'11 ,, J '.bb. rolved in shipbuil . "grassroots r r "1t ere,1 by in _a ~t Of th/Ci/. '4nieri:d Kr<li tn?d~· ,, ,,~ called on local , 111 p 411 fl<1g ~,;/~ polir; , he n//Je end Ship, Ii <1r l11us sop. ~C,:r:J 1mpai~n. , noting_ ·hips lion of e sai t be are 11 <lrf ~ t:,1>, ~ .. .\ """\\' ·' d. fli,1t , h ,Jr/ <JO d. 111ore Ot IJ.r~ i:\rnS Ip yard 1 c,,. 1'1,, ca11J<1 • th - ...,e; ··' ship build · l :Ii\. ,\c_ be n,f:'r , , Un; ~' {o' · d, \ l' ( ... t n\ ndus ( An1e . <Jse<J If ( hant .6 _ \ \ ~ .J'l>{~"c.e(•cef' \ ,. .. ,~ kes. He sai , e"" "(\.f\,..:f\ ~ \'11er . lry is r1C'a11 nee(/. e, an '";:;1 ~ \)•\,01l' ~ --:,·:'1,pChqfJt //Sdete _Sh;/Jb. befl . "'\•,\~ :.;J\0-f\\ - C'lJn S ••re O -.eel_ ,.~10rtt•cJ l.Jt/rJj,. ~ AMERICAN SHIPPER: JUNE 1984 . \,o\\~ • ,\v S?" .\ \_O n'i , Ship . t!J11° ' YO its k rt I Ill audit .. ~i ,\\io~ __,\, <;! (\ \\o'-" '-~ , nons 25 'Jar1s'; bol/l _TJ1e,. FrankDroza ,thepowe u mar me partner. 93 .1 <of'" e"cai' , t'f>C':' • . \ O ·,\~ "3,0~ •/; N· SIJ_;,, Od<ly ,,. ~ labor leader, harps on an old theme respon 1 Franc, e,:; '=> "~ \'A" . '\u~ ~)0,,,-e.,. £,·,\\\\' 1.,c ~rc,.i1re 111 " "Jr s1i;- 'J'<tr<Js , · r -~ . · D~ (the need to revitalize the industry) resultin 1 1e sc1 · seriou /Js _<111 • that ht t\ M"l>f\\\L"- y_c'' \ \u'-'- ':-.'-~\. \0\c'(·, o\ \ ,-;.' . • ~~ ~e, and he Is rallying his legions to mount 0 t)\:'-r crcn•.'::'f:'" ·• 0-'l:(''r I ,,f\ ~ {(\\(\ 7'1"e ... Id. sf, ~'1\0 ><\ e.~(> ,<15' 8 grass roots and media campaign to A Blas states st, \, .,...,c•\"I( S I'' C ();, f\\ ,V \ '-'c,,\f>\ tn c '. ,\'l~ \'I: f\ vu\'I \ _ 1.: -tnc , Soi, · ..~~ . 1;~ · c~?>~ -s-"' " & \.,:· carry the message to the presidential close o A It h o nc •_.\\ \ {(\\.~{':- 0 .,,·c 1.: 0 \O ,,-.. f\ 1,n'- , ~ ~,e ?>'?J~,,,~,-i;~e~ , abstained ,,-re\ ,\'-~\ '>f\~~ ,,\ 'r•' . ~ ~ ,-:<:-e ..f.' t ~'-" ~ -ie;~:'f.~,~ and congressional candidates. The said , th n of>' \. "'- ,. \\~";\''~~ ~1.. \ , t , <-JY ~ ~ u-~ -o" key, he says, Is to trim the federal decountry 1 -s,, 1 leaders em ~-,, ~...,..-t('l-. • \'--' e\ ?>\'-~ \~~~d:-0°~-.}.., Q~e\e~ ~ flclt. Without making a formal endorsethem ar c f \\,•;\fl . \.'r-~\\. ;_r·,\l\..: . ,,,,._. \n c.\, f\-\ ,,,<3' ...0'"<:f:,~,o s 'I> 1.--~' ~..."'I,,{<r., >''-" 0 ment, h e Ieans towar d Wa It er M on d a Ie t he nati candidate \\. ~ ' \"~,'(I. ..,,, , .,~ 0'-n ,"'C c.ouf>l.0. , ., 0 \," 0 _ , , 0 c. ... v :oe< o)~'b ':"'- t ' \ \\\\\• I""' ..;_ \,\\ "\;\, ..... {\ ~ ~ .J\~Y) 0 " te." .. ~ \~ \.\0 e, ,,~ ~ . f 8 R / dK f now hints at ~ •J ~ .,. .,cr~\-C\C' ~c,\\.' \,n\~ ~,ct(\'°'.' ,,,\ \.~ ~ ~99~~?>\,e\}':~~:. -~~?>- 'I> ~\}o\ .:~\ 0e~ •.~ or president. y ic wr 11ee ewer t 0 \.\l'''' 'f\ , \ \nc -· ,\ ('0' ,\cf>-f-l·\,,-.. · ;x_\~ ti''\~~ c{ .,,~,~~e\.,o:~es'>~{es~ {~ \}' b e age of I 9 1 0 fi'ACiFIC \\\1 ,\~(\\('(\\\'~\\,\\C (\\I.: .•, " ' ·;;"!. . ~~ '"' ..,<'! \1,~~(\c!e 'l>~~.si!~f!e; o:... -~~ Gi\'ing e,·ery indication he intends to Thirt S,A.N FRANt \)( \\\I..' (,,\ \0 ,,._1..-l\ :-1(\ {(\() \,e\ ·,s-0-.}:":'<>e, t-~ \~{o~ ~ \~~'O,e<\ 4--l -S-;-.._,-ie\,i I"' e\'> ~ have maritime labor exercise its political under C 9 W. 7,f> ,.,.c~·,\~. ,1, ,;. ·,, \ ' n ~\\\0 ,,,~\ 0 \:,1,\1~ \ ~ \ ~,,,~.,,.,, 1e9;'1><'~ ~ .._o-.}< )~(('e l\e{~~'~:'n:~i~\ -ie. 1;o~. clout. Frank Drozak says he plans to pin yards . I ~1,~ \~~9 ~e'I> ·~P''. ..,,,. ~'1>_.,_i~ 0\ 9-o-.,'- e \~·~ -\-$-e'> · ~'~,, ~o' down the presidential and congressional jobs fo J ' <:i -o e{c. '>' ~. ;s-e ~"<·~ 1; 'l-,,.,((' -~ ~-~ -~ ~'l ~' ~e< d "d t th · f ·t th . 1 Drozak Scores Merchant Marine Policy, Hints Mondale Support Se \ N Nll ~O, ~o ~ Ne ~ e._• ~;~~ a:s~ 9 a \ u.•s .\,~~e \ -. , ,.\ ,"-' ,..r - ~ .!!· :~k ;~ ~e,, c (g''\...' y_,,,v. ;\ \t,_,\ '-\,,,n,'-:.t~ 'I 1e 11e O1r} 1e """"l:ll .I:'" P-1 Staff Pres1d1 •nt RPag.rn's m1dd:1y vtsll to th~- Tacoma - area )-l'Sterday • h f d ,Jrm• g t out a mis o emon-,trators V;Jf;t mg from mant1me union nwmbers wlto blame l11m for the llPcl111111g state of the merchant marine to c1t1zens who thmk he 1s wonderful. "We love him," said one woman. ··Reagan 1s Amerika's Hitler." read one sign. The biggest turnout of protesters was near Weyerhaeuser Co.'s log export facility al the Port of Tacoma. An esrunatl'd 95 members of the Seafarers Intemat1onal Umon ap- ..,,, p• 1n \ 0 . \',:!,~ ~~- -iu;t::~1e;i;1~;::'l>:~c't>'l>u ·~:os pean.. carry111g signs. One said "V1tal m war. fc,rRollen m peace." SIU mt>mber Alva McCullum. 55. f S I , ed o eHtl e, w.ts quot by Unitl'd Press l11temat10nal as saying Reagan has let "the merch::ir.t marine dPcllne. He's laid up all the ships. If he's going to export logs to China, why not let our ships do it?" Demonstrators, pro and cori, also were busy along the ring road at Weyerhaeust-r's corporate headquar · · . ' · ters near Federal Way.,.. ,.,, ..., A knot uf people clust~red'neaf a sign that welcomed Reagan to Tacoma . . . "Tacoma loves you Mr ~n, 'Q~v 0 o Drozak Wants to r>'t\ ~"''{\ ~.,,~ ...:.. ,l ':)~V ~v ''Z Q /?i~ ~Y 1 £, \\c (j o~es oo "~-=-.: v- ,,v-\. · · \ ,o'l:c(\\ ~f>::(~:\~v·,\1~ f?t ~ ~~e'l>\~~,\e ~e S e ~e I"' \O *C) ~9 ,:,~ • g • ~s~((\r:{\e<o :'ue~o{e:',..,ro~--•\\~ e c a d n I a estonoeir probgramos or roe\'!as- tose l • J \SI \o"'~4>~f<9',,.?>-.. , ,s..,~ ?>~ 0 Q\J;. · ht '",i,.,9<,?>__~'~'?J~~ .,e'I> ..~e :{O'b ~' Ta, , d 9{ '{O ~ to dv ~e ~~~ so I n ~?>~~~~.,:· ~ . Ask ~~ ~e _, much, .r.,, " repl the Democrats he Reagan, he stand~ pies." <t''o. . Nearby I • mem mtttee in Sohdarit of El SalvadoJI hel Reagan. One of ti 30, of Seattle, said ByJOEKLINEC C-T Staff Writer CLEVELAND _ America's mant,me trades industry is m dire n~cd of backing by the federal government and America better wake up to th at fact before it's too late. That was the message Frank Drozak, president of the Maritime Trades Department, AFLCIO, brought to a gathering of Northeast Ohio maritime union officials and government repre~cntatives at the Cleveland Maritime Port Council"s lunchcon Tuesday. Drozak was In the town as part of a national tour of major maritime port council cities to spread his message and announce the May 1 start of a grassroots campaign to lobby political candidates. Drozak's speech Tuesday detailed the decline of the maritime industry since the end of World War II and said today "it is every bit as important to the national security as the B-1 bomber." TIIE U.S. merchant marine fleet has declined Crom over during the Korean War to less than 500 today, Drozak said. Of those, only 200 would be us.ible In supplying American forces in a conflict. He said the average age of American merchant ships is 18 yea rs. He added the Soviet Union has a merchant fleet of 2,700 ships and is building 600 more. Likewise, the number of shipyards in the U.S. has dwindled to just 26 - a fact well understood in Lorain - with only 13 of those operating, according to Drozak. 3,000 ships Presi break lze th "W promi gover marit turn said" into t some pcopl dates conce DR �P U.S. me, unlo'?-. ~,,. ',:\r\t1.ro..e t c t1es . ~otest 1 Union seafarers line up for Reagan t u·' . \ to ~ ·' J sb\Q1•'" t~;:~~ J.. eece r"'-ei: s , \)\o')rr.en\. , s\~e\'-"o n\c ur.erf'•_,, ~eaian > \arced o \G\c\\e\\S· es\o.en\ ~ wnic\\ . \.0 50U\) n\'n, Y,r c\. o\ \9 ' ~ne' srflo\:.e· \l\ t,ast ;:'°sni\'l'?UI~ ~ ..,,,ul stre~ne a< \.:a\gli o ie\\re~ t, ""f'l\l\i e.,.· e·' '-"e ., ,·s \\0y- ,,1'-et\ .. , o'! J . , , 1/l!I e )-~"' 5\\)., .. 1' .,A\\ t \ ~~ sw,n -~ r\l \eau~• ...,,~n1,e, .~.:,. ,ners : By JACK PYLE A union officer directing the pr :SR The News Tribune >eris 1pan A sign-carrying crowd of 125 Seafarers International Union members greeted President Reagan as his car sped through Fife on the way to the Weyerhaeuser export facility on the Tideflats yesterday. The demonstrators waved and the presientry to the d~nt waved bac_k, both T1deflato; f'"c6t1itli£.RC :1 upon his de- (. ma ly V .) \~l N1'·-noN1'\~t~S ct-.. t-.NC\SCO, sM~ f ~. 47 ,lJIJ "111111 me "Not everyone was happy to see the president in our area today. About 100 protestors gathered down the road from the Weyerhaeuser log export terminal to show their displeasure with the president's economic policies. The group was made up mainly of members of the Seafarers International Union, an organization which charges Reagan with neglecting the merchant marine. George Vukmir of the Union blames the president for the trend of U.S. companies setting up shop overseas giving to a loss of American jobs."-KSTW, Channel 11, Seattle oept. hit \\ aui\di09 rradeS ·1,•mL> . a . rl IVI ~r'.20196~rassroo\S g( Sq1 res he first time in future of the Dn,zak, presi1e Trades De:>n of 43 unions g and shipping. 1ions to support that the closing 1 Lorain leaveti g yard on the I maritime un- ", -11J major candidates in the states throughout the United States who are rwrning for offices. . "If we work together, we can turn the tide. If we don't, it'll be too damned late." Drozak compared the industry today to the industry 24 years ago. "In 1960, during the Cuban Crisis, we had 2,000 ships and the Russians had less than 500," he said. "We had 260 shipyards in this country. "Today, we have less thari 500 ships in the commercial fleet. We're down to 26 shipyards, of which only 13 are working, and not one merchant ship is being built. We have 60 percent of our ships laid up and 50 percent of the • • • . merchant ships to supply armed forces for a military effort. ''Our national security is in jeopardy," he said. "The Russians have 2,700 ships and they're building 600 more. "Do we want a cartel, like we had in gas and oil?" He said the biggest problem is foreign competition, both m the maritime industries and the industries whichsupplycargo. "All around the world, governments work with the ship building industry, to keep it competitive. If the industry needs tax incentives to build ships, they get i~. If they need subsidies, they get 1t. We need a mant i rnP nolicy that allows us to be tive, or we need cargo. Cargo tld a shipping industry," he .t he said the government has " If the rate of d ecline cc,ntinu es ;, ~ it to help such industries as has in the past . within th e ne-..:t fi \'e ) ears, be competitive in world Down the Pol1t1c1ans to buy Am erican goods, Droza k ed that it would be offset b y th e . weakening of th e dollar. at the Presidents. Since th e th e Korean conflict . Drozak , number of shipyards in this has plummeted to 26 (" and 12 of · n ot working") from 260, while 11i's m erc hant fleet has shrunk to ,an 500 vessels. with an average , vears , from 2,000. ·-~ight ·merchant vessels are instruction , all of them in foreign >rozak said, lea,·ing only "-'avy · American shipbuilders. And bs "will start runnin11: out." he there won 't b e an Americ~n-flag ,hir od, the high sea~ ." been tr: oro1.a\r. haS to enco\ll ~ ril ~ states ...-.en a ,nilliOD . a\ an e 43 nat1on es oeP3 th .•~...-.e'frad e}A.al"\=~ t {eW w In tbe ~ port · \Jnl~ working , .. d it L 1S ., L\N0"1i ff t ~O, d RoG£" ws St.a rt,tnen , . n \.0 a • BJ _ .... cia\ Ne ....... ~es oeP3. ., r:.\tnt>cl1g .. aoe. and • d industry can1pa1gn announce !cause the U.S. 1as reached a ional campaign on to maritime y 1, the !-ead of said yesterday iSU- hiP otuo at 1inu·~rrl nf t\\ 1 i r- o ~ C" ys industr1e t n por eounc1·1. u sos o_ "O ur represen ta t·1ves say 1·t a II ok oro¢• .... "'"'filne s~ akini ro:v;;~ture ,-ate \ should be fre e trade on our side, but r w1\J01Uf:I not on the other side. Our shores are ·urne port cities as ore-·, Ne · lI'1 oe:partportiand, ve \)een open to foreign ?oods, but theirs adeS t.-.<>ffi ••Vile ha ..,.A bv aren't open to ours. ' )Ut Ula ... ~ng stoP~- J The Department of Defense could autos,~ tne to~ ulti.nati 0 ? help the industry and help itself, he ~ion °1 ~ ~ i r ad1nW said, be rearranging its spending ___.rth at a ••Qnl)' when 8 priorities. He said 1t wouldn't require oor s~beeO . . n ha"e the additional spending to upgrade the -t council, anse tion 1t des military and merchant marine fleet, atten rogran but would require increased emroir am all the P -erc\1 ,roots Pee., ..a in "OUf .... phasis on ships and decreased emd tn u»t:> ·t cannot phasis on missiles. ooar candidate:5 t}lat ~. es need . ova t·10n f rom >~ need ut'Y . s"nn1\ " s ' ed a rousmg He rece1v -r rea t_. ns we a}one two, ~-. th ose who attended the Cleveland i,nto opera 10 _ ,~ the U the rate Maritime Port Council luncheon ave ttend u.u Jiu yesterday. Several said they w.ould be .gn l'? a tbe statfC:. past, ~ = in attendance when presidential can- tes 11;.e~ of~~uev dictate W,1 lter Mondale visits Cleve- ..vb0 a tuf1l tbetide ...,twor'f. a1 land la i er this month. ~e can \)elp oi ~ ,._ •·lJrorn k is right, it's a dying in- , a~ ~e can ~ct t) , dustry, " said James Unger, president :>unci\S'-peciall'Y if~~...iblic aD of B?ilermakers _lJnion Local 358 ~f le - es t t,he steaed ~r\e-t thetn . Loram. •·we've simply got to turn 1t cts 9:'b:0° e and alb arow1d." mantun ac~~: :; l,,;,....l-. ... .. , ,..,, ... .... :- - aritime trade must be ·'a~ ... t-:>n1:x:i1Hvn. There ha, to bl! ~ SH ruies. They hav<' them, we don 't." lie proposes the defense department allocate a certain portion of its budl'P.I for shil}building and then lease ships to private industry to man and operate. "There's enough in the military budget to be allocated to maritime trade and they 'd never miss it ," he said "Maritime trade must be part of their priorities" Drozak hopes the lobby campaign starting in l\lay will make it a pnonty. .. tne 'st. 1,0u: ,~~~~:en_to ~ct~ctto~n~~ Toledo, Labor Defended. Droza k aiso tonk aim at those wh o lay the prob.l em to che high costs of Am erican labo r. " ArPn't \\', entitled to a decent living, a dec ent education for our children?" he said . And later, he told Americar, Shiµpr-r that labor costs on L'.S .-flag ships are onlv about l i higher than th ose on for~ign-flag vessels. That fi11;tu e differ~ sharply from the contention or ste:rn1ship executives, who put L' .S .-flag labor costs MTD boss also criticized maritime Industry translates ent Ronald Reagan for Into a stronger economy. lie said ng hi~ promise to revllal• a concentrated effort should be maritime industry. made cut the 50 pncent unem've been promised and pioyment among maritime ed !Ince 1960 that the workers, since each maritime ment would revitalize the job creates four related jobs in me industry. It is time to the workforce. "Shipbuilding romises into reality," he would turn the machines back on hen we let ourselves get in the steel mills and create is situation, it's lime to do jobs," he said. Drozak said, where other hing. We want to go to the and confront the candi- countries have maritime poliand let them know our · cies and subsidize the industry. rns." The U .S. has no policy. ''We're not against fair trade or afraid I• ZAK SAID • ,tro,g of eompo<Ufo,," hesM "Dof U r just demon,Jem," said • carriP~ •• shouted as the police motorcycle first entered the street, "Here he Get them signs up there'" · Almost in unison, the seamen a1 families raised the signs that had printed for the occasion. Some had handmade signs whic such slogans as "American ships a the forgotten few." About 500 persons lined the stre A few other protest sign-: .., '- · Police anrl ~,. · · o: "Mondale was met by Seafarers with picket signs, a reminder that about half of their membership isn't working. Mondale told them that one way to get the Great Lakes in great shape again is to reduce the federal deficit, and he hit hard on the problems caused by a runaway federal budget."-WEWS, Channel 5, Cleveland �Grassroots Around the Country Puerto Rico ''... We must have a policy that will provide jobs in all industries for the future and a maritime industry that will be able to bolster our national security.'' New Y0rk City Baltimore ''... It is time for all of us to - carry our issues to the public and the politicians running for of- · fice, and let them know how we feel about the string of broken promises. ''-Cleveland, Ohio " ... Instead of enacting policies and programs to build up our fleet, they have been blinded by the demands of the 'free traders' ... and the giant international corporations who have no loyalty to any country or system, only to _ the largest profit."-Toledo, Ohio 26 / LOG / September 1984 Hampf, . \ .. ;-:-•--···-·•·; .._· ..-~-:······ Hampton Roads �''... Only when a war or national emergency has arisen has any administration given the merchant marine the attention it deserves. But as the crises end, so do all the programs to support . the fleet . . . " Jacksonville, Florida ,_,,,{}'}'•< , _ __. New York •:· . SHIPS AN~ CREWS West Seattle Philadelphia " ... I believe with the help of the Grassroots Program and the help of the American people, we can convince the candidates of · the need for their active support.''-Detroit, Michigan ''... Each new president and administration has assured us that they recognize the need for a large, vigorous · merct,ant marine. However once elected, they forgot their promises.'' St. Louis, Missouri ... Support SPAD September 1984 / LOG / 27 �Everybody Has a Part in SIU Grassroots Push (Continued from Page 21.) For us in the maritime industry, the long voyage has just begun. It will be a short trip to destruction for all of us if the Reagan administration remains in the Pennsylvania Avenue residence. Americ~n people are talking, ·:::" Camp Springs ''... We have ·worked hard and long to convince the American Congress of the clear and present danger this country would be in without a strong merchant fleet. ''-San Francisco, California New York and the fight is nearing the last rounds. · We need to redouble our grassroots efforts between now and Nov. 6 so that people will listen to our warnings before it's too late. All of us must cooperate and work together. Our grassroots efforts must now reach out and not only encourage but also help Americans to register and vote on Nov 6. Those Americans pulling the levers on Election Day hold the fate of our industry in their hands. Democracy works because Americans have the right and the responsibility to vote. But educated voters are the key to an all-encompassing republic of which our forefathers would be proud--our forefathers who recognized that a nation's maritime strength is the key to its international success. Whether our candidates win, place or show on Election Day, SIU's grassroots campaign must not end. Just as members of Congress begin campaigning the day after Election Day, we, too, must begin to continue our grassroots effort educating the the public, office holders and potential candidates of the importance of continuing and rebuilding our maritime heritage. The American merchant marine is not only an industry integral to America's economic livelihood, but it is a central component of our defense structure that no thinking American can afford to ignore. ·:: ~-=::~ . ., . . ~~ :··r·,.· I New York 28 / LOG / September 1984 Gloucester �Legal Aid In the event that any SIU members have legal problems In the various ports, a 11st of attorneys whom they can consult Is being publlshed. The member need not choose the recommended attorneys and this 11st is intended only for informational purposes: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Schulman & Abarbaner 358 Fifth Avenue New York, New York 10001 Tele.# (212) 279-9200 1,000,000 Tons; U.S. Exported Steel 26,100,000 Tons; Fontlgn Imported s- CHICAGO, ILL Katz & Friedman 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, Ill. 60603 Tele.# (312) 263-6330 320,000 Jobs Lost To Imported Steel Only 12,250 Jobs Worked on Exported Steel (Annualized 1984 figures, based on January-June.) Do you believe it's unfair to let products into the United States from countries that don't allow American goods equal entrance? If you do, you think the way 85% of a sample of American voters do, according to a recent survey by a respected Washington polling firm, Fingerhut-Granados Opinion Research. The poll was done in nine industrial states from Texas to Pennsylvania But the U.S. government doesn't agree. They don't see anything unfair about it. If the government thought the way most voters do, there wouldn't be a steel import problem. And only Canadian steel could be imported into the United States. Because only Canada trades by the same rules we do. WhilE. we open our markets to them ... * Japan limits steel imports to 5% of its market. * The European Community sets steel import quotas at 11% of its market. Two-thirds of steel production is government-owned. * South Korea and Brazil ban any imports of steel products they can make themselves. Government ownership is 100% and 77%, respectively. Mexico, Spain and South Africa allow steel imports by government permit only. They're usually not issued if the product can be made there. Government ownership of 100%, 77%, and 89% respectively. In the past three years, these same countries committed 27 proven violations of U.S. trade laws. (By selling steel below cost, with the losses made up by their governments or government banks.) * DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Mich. 48822 Tele . # (313) 532-1220 But it took 18 months to prove each violation. By that time, the damage was done. And, in the end, ii was the victims who paid the penalty. American steelworkers, in lost jobs. American steel companies in lost sales. And American taxpayers in higher unemployment payments. When it takes so long to prove a violation of our trade laws, no wonder illegal foreign steel imports keep increasing. . This year, 25% of the steel used in America is imported steel. That's why, today, 100,000 American steelworkers are laid off. And hundreds of thousands of other Americans from steel-related jobs are unemployed. Stand up for America. Do you believe, as 76% of the voters sampled do, that it's time to stop losing American jobs to unfair imports? If you do, you can help. Congress is considering the Fair Trade in Steel Act. It would limit steel imports to 15% of our market across-the-board for five years, and require J\merican steel companies to use the resulting profits to modernize American steel mills. Write your Congressman and Senators. Urge them to restore and save American jobs by supporting this legislation. If you 're not a letter-writer, sign the coupon below, and mail it to the Senator or Congressman named. But, please, act now. The stakes are high. Let your government know what you believe. And maybe they'll start believing, too. Ill AIERICAIS KIii iT! LOFT LOCAL OFFICIALS FOR FAIR TRADE • - Richan! s. c:a111u1r1; Plttsbu...,, !'A Actlnl Chairman Senator Robert W. Kaster, Jr.-Wisconsin Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 ,,....,a: ......._.: Mayo, Richard Atrin,ton, Jr.. Birmln&Nlm; Mayo, Johnny T Nic~s. Fairfield • c,,,,,,.,,.i.: Mayo, Ron Rives. PiHU!u,C • Mayo,Chatles Panic I. Chlca,;o Hei,hts • ,.,,,,,,,.,,: Mayor Richard Hatche~ Gary: Commissioner N. Atterson Spann, Jr.. Lake Cty.; ==i~~~ Dear Senator: ~::..s:=:F::~~=~ ~=:nC::Wya--::::_: ~~;:·,~~~ .......,ta: Chairman It's time to stop losing American jobs to unfair imports! I urge you to work for immediate passage of S2380, The Fair Trade In Steel Act. Gary Cerkvenlk, Board of Commissioners. St Louis Cty. • New 'llwfil::Mayo,JamesD.Griffin,Buffalo•OMe:MayorJosephJ.Zahotec.Lorain•~ Commissioner Tom Foerster, Alle&heny Cty.: CommlHioner Pete Flahe~ Allegheny Cty.. Commissioner Barbara Hafer, AlleCheny Cty.: Commissioner Norm Helrick. Dauphin Cty: Commissioner Lawrence Hochendoner. Dauphin Cly; Commissioner John E. Mlnnk:h. Dauphin Cty.; Mayor Paul M. Marclncln. Bethlehem • &HM: Mayor James E Fe,cuson. Provo • w..t VJqhtla: Mayor William Mue"e. Wheelinc Address The LOf'T membership includes 140 local officers from 18 slates. Those listed above serve on the LOf'T Slee ring Committee. For more Informal Ion. contac:I Kevin J. o·Nem. EAeculive Oireclor. U101 Fort Pitt Commons, 44S Fort Pttt 8cMllevatd, Plttsbu,ch. PA 15219. 412-355-7263 CL L NP -Company/Lakes -Lakes -Non Priority AUG. 1-30, 1984 Signed City/ State/Zip I----------------------------------------- Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac .................... . 42 7 Port Algonac ..... ... .. .. .. .. ... . . 8 3 2 Port Algonac ..... ... .. ....... ... . 6 3 0 Port Algonac ..... ....... . .. . .... . 29 20 7 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 20 59 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 10 0 19 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 16 2 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Cius CL Class L Class NP 28 2 4 6 4 2 11 3 29 9 12 18 19 Totals All Departments . . . . . . . . 85 33 10 94 32 0 74 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month . **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. BALTIMORE, MD. Kaplan , Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Building Charles & Redwood Streets Baltimore, Md. 21201 Tele. # (301) 539-6967 Support Your SIU Blood Bank - GLOUCESTER, MASS. Orlando & White 1 Western Avenue Gloucester, Mass. 01930 Tele.# (617) 283-8100 HOUSTON, TEXAS Archer, Peterson and Waldner 1801 Main St. (at Jefferson) Suite 510 Houston, Texas 77002 Tele.# (713) 659-4455 & Tele.# (813) 879-9842 LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Fogel, Rothschild , Feldman & Ostrov 5900 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2600 Los Angeles , Calif. 90036 Tele. # (213) 937-6250 WILMINGTON, CALIF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 239 South Avalon Wilmington, Calif. 90744 Tele. # (213) 834-2546 MOBILE, ALA. Simon & Wood 101 o Van Antwerp Building Mobile, Ala. 36602 Tele. # (205) 433-4904 NEW ORLEANS, LA. Gardner, Robein & Healy 2540 Severn Avenue, Suite 400 Metairie, La. 70002 Tele. # (504) 885-9994 NORFOLK, VA. Peter K. Babalas & Associates, P.C. Suite 700 Atlantic National Bank Bldg . 415 Saint Paul'5 Boulevard Norfolk, Va. 23510 Tele. # (804) 622-3100 PHILADELPHIA, PA. Kirschner, Walters, Willig , Weinberg & Dempsey Suite 110 1429 Walnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102 Tele. # (215) 569-8900 ST. LOUIS, MO. Gruenberg, Sounders & Levine Suite 905--Chemical Building 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele.# (314) 231-7440 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & Ritchie 100 Bush Street, Suite 440 San Francisco, Calif.-94104 Tele.# (415) 981-4400 SEATTLE, WASH. Davies, Roberts, Reid, Anderson & Wacker 201 Elliott Avenue West, Suite 500 Seattle, Wash. 98119 Tele.# (206) 285-3610 TAMPA, FLA. Hamilton & Douglas, P. A. 2620 West Kennedy Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33609 Tele. # (813) 879-9842 September 1984 / LOG / 29 - �Photos and Story by Deborah Greene '-' New Orleans Hall Completes Renovations ~ N ✓ EW ORLEANS-birthplace of jazz, home of the Mardi Gras, Queen City of the country's mightiest river, site of the Louisiana World Exposition. New Orleans-the Crescent City-largest port in the United States in terms of tonnage and second largest port in the world in terms of dollars. It is no surprise, then, that situated in the heart of New Orleans is one of the more active SIU halls in the country. Dedicated on April 8, 1961, the New Orleans hall, a twostory building at 630 Jackson Ave., has recently undergone extensive renovation qf its interior space. On the ground floor, glass walls separate the new administrative offices from the lounge area, giving a very open and light effect. The administrative area includes offices for SIU Vice President Joe Sacco and Port Agent Pat Pillsworth, as well as a glassed-in conference room and space for three patrolmen and four secretaries. New furniture in the lounge area provides modern, comfortable and spacious shoreside facilities for members waiting to ship out. Other facilities on the ground floor include the hiring hall, TV room and eating area. On the second floor is the large auditorium and SIU clinic. Large white columns at the entrance to the New Orleans SIU hall and the modern sculpture of a seaman at work capture the atmosphere of the old French Quarter. The exterior of the building remains the same. Through the use of 150-year-old bricks, grillwork facings, an elegant curved stairway and large white columns at the entranceway, the hall has captured the atmosphere of the old French Quarter. Extensive use has been made of shrubbery and sculpture to add to the hall's beauty. An open courtyard patio is one of the building's attractions. Enclosed by glass walls, a sculptured water fountain and lush vegetation can be viewed on three sides by Seafarers and SIU officials alike. Over the last Labor Day weekend, a number of ships and tugs were in the New Orleans area. Patrolmen Jim McGee, Steve Ruiz and Nick Celona were on hand to meet the ships at payoff and service some of the National Marine and Crescent Towing tugs. The Aurora (Apex Marine) was one of the ships that came into port in that period. It was voyage #2 for the Aurora, returning from Haifa, Israel where she delivered 58,000 tons of grain. The trip is 18 days over, 18 days back, and 10 days m the port of Haifa. Steve Ruiz came aboard at payoff to settle any beefs and problems that surfaced during the Aurora's long voyage. He also took the time to update her crewmembers on current Union activities. He stressed that each member should vote in the upcoming election. Four more years of President Reagan, he said, may be a disaster for the maritime industry-our jobs and job security. ' SIU Patrolman Jim McGee helps out a member. 30 I LOG / September 1984 SIU Vice President Joe Sacco (center) presides over a morning staff meeting at the New Orleans hall. From the left are Patrolmen Jim McGee and Steve Ruiz, Sacco, Port Agent Pat Pillsworth and Patrolman Nick Celona. �. ' Two SIU members, Richard Metcalf (I.) and Joe Adams, help answer members' questions from behind the counter at the New Orleans halt. ... John Benedict, AB, points to his card on the board. ·+· An elegant curved stairway leads upstairs to the SIU clinic and auditorium. Behind it are the doors leading out to the open courtyard, and at the far end of the photo is the glass-enclosed TV room. At right is part of the lounge area which has been furnished with new, comfortable seating. There is plenty of work to keep four secretaries busy. From the left are Deborah Patterson, Diane Daigle and Geri Ivon. (Not pictured is Gwen Johns.) The sculptured fountain and lush vegetation in the hall's central courtyard add to the building's gracious atmosphere. ~ New Glass walls enable you to look through from the lounge area into the office of Pat Pillsworth c nd Joe Sacco's beyond that. Orleans Hall Completes Renovations~ ' September 1984 / LOG / 31 - �Carries Grain to Israel The Aurora_Pays Off in New Orleans The Aurora (Apex Marine) lies alongside the Commercial Street dock in New Orleans. ,, Fred F. Dorney, AB, the bosun during voyage #2, signs the patrolman's report. SIU Patrolman Steve Ruiz (I.) talked to the ship's crew, stressing the fact that all departments must work together. The Aurora will remain in New Orleans for about a week before sailing back to Haifa, Israel with a new load of grain. 32 / LOG / September 1984 AB George Forrest (I.) and Winston Gardner, QMED, get ready for the ship's meeting. Forrest has been sailing for 36 years. �-l'. Deep Sea Leonard Bailey, 59, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. Brother Bailey was born in Mississippi and is a resident of Wiggins, Miss. Marlow Clinton Barton, 59, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1954 sailing as an AB and deck delegate. Brother Barton helped to organize Cities Service in 1953. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. · Seafarer Barton was born in Florala, Ala. and is a resident of New Orleans. John Erwin Booth, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1957 sailing ' as an AB. Brother Booth began sailing in 1947. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Seafarer Booth was born in Louisiana and is a resident of Abita Springs, La. Alvin Carey Carpenter, 58, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a chief cook and chief steward. Brother Carpenter hit the bricks in the 1965 District Council 37 beef. He was born in Missouri and is a resident of Cumberland, A.I. Louie Ray Guertin, 57, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a QMED. Brother Guertin was born in Florida and is a _resident of Meraux, La. Tiburcio Viray Raguindin, 64, joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif. in 1969 sailing as a chief pumpman . Brother Raguindin was born in Dagupan City, P.I. and is a naturalized U.S. citizen . He is a resident of Carson, Calif. Stanislaw "Stan the Man" Guzi, 66, joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia in 1967 sailing as an AB. Brother Guzi is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II I Air Corps • serving 31 months in the Pacific Theater as a gasoline truck driver for the 302nd Heavy Bomb Gp. (B-17s and B-24s), 868th Bomb Sqd. (first radar outfit in the Pacific) in the Philippines, Okinawa, New Hebrides, Mundae, and the Admiralty Is. He was born in Philadelphia and is a resident of Turnersville, N.J. near Atlantic City where he plans to tend his vegetable garden. Antoine Kerageorgiou, 61, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1964 sailing as a recertified bosun. Brother Kerageorgiou was graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1974. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II and was a P.O.W. in Nazi Germany. Seafarer Kerageorgiou was born in Marseilles, France and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. He is a resident of River Ridge, La. ,~ Sam Wenceslaus McDonald, 60, joined the SIU in , 1943 in the port of Galveston , t ..,,. ..,. , sa~ling as a chief steward and ship delegate during the Viet.. .::, nam War. Brother McDonald :, I was graduated from the Union's Stewards Recertification Program in 1981. He attended a Piney Point Educational Conference in 1972. Seafarer McDonald was born in Shreveport, La. and is a resident of Mobile. . _Jacob Albert Otreba, 60, , Joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a wiper. Brother Otreba was born in Maryland and is a resident of Chalmette, La. Fred Sullins, 70, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a chief cook. Brother Sullins dispatched pickets in the Isthmian beef in New York and was a picket captain in the 1946 Ge.neral Strike in Baltimore. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of Carson City, Nev. -~-- , Joseph Theodore Szpek, 64, joined the SIU in the port _ of Seattle in 1969 sailing as an AB. Brother Szpek was a former member of the Carpenters Union. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Seafarer Szpek was born in Chicago, ILL. and is a resident of Seattle. Felix Villia Vito, 61, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Seattle sailing as a chief electrician in the Korean War. Brother Vito was a crane maintenance electrician for the ?eattle Sea-Land Shoregang in 1969. He was born in Mambusao Caniz, P. I. and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Vito is a resident of San Francisco. 1 Louis Zwerling, 74, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of ~San Pedro, Calif. sailing as an AB. Brother Zwerling sailed with Moran Towing in 1946. He walked the picket line in the 1965 District Council 37 beef. Seafarer Zwerling was born in New York City and is . a resident there. JUNKJEg ARE PUPPETG[ IF YOU ARE CAUGHT WITH DRU6~, YOU LOgE - YOUR PAPER{; FOR LIFE/ September 1984 / LOG / 33 - �Health Talk Hypertension: Incurable But controllable E VERYONE has blood pressure, but one in four Americans has high blood pressure , or hypertension. The problem is that you may have high blood" pressure, and not even know it! Blood pressure is the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries in the body. This force is produced by the heart as it pumps or beats. It keeps blood moving through the arteries that carry blood from the heart to all parts of the body. Without blood pressure, the blood in our bodies would not be able to circulate, carrying oxygen and other nutrients to all organs and tissues of the body and picking up waste products from the cells of the body to be filtered and eliminated through the kidneys and liver. What is high blood pressure? In all individuals, blood pressure varies from day to day, from moment to moment-depending on the person's activity-sometimes rising, sometimes falling. These temporary changes in blood pressure are normal. What's not normal is blood pressure that's too high all the time. That's known as high blood pressure, or hypertension. It afflicts an estimated 37 million adults in the United States, and is one of the most frequent abnormal physical findings at the SIU clinics. The walls of the arteries are elastic and muscular. They stretch and contract to take the ups and downs of blood pressure. Each time the heart contracts (70 to 90 times a minute), blood pressure in the arteries increases. Each time the heart relaxes between beats , blood pressure decreases. As people grow older, the arteries and their smaller branches, the arterioles, become hardened and less elastic. This process takes place gradually , even in people who do not have high blood pressure. High blood pressure , however, tends to speed up this hardening process. By taking away the elastic stretchiness that is important to the arteries, the heart is affected because once the stretch is gone, the heart must work harder to pump enough blood. If high blood pressure continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function as well as they should, and-other body organs may be affected, bringing on an increased risk of stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure. The only way to find out if you have high blood pressur~ is to have your blood pressure checked on a regular basis. It's a simple procec.fure. A rubber cuff is placed around a person's arm and is inflated with air. The cuff squeezes against a large artery in the arm, momentarily stopping the flow of blood. As the air in the cuff is released, the doctor listens with a stethoscope to the sound of the blood pushing through the artery. This quick, painless examination measures both the systolic blood pressure (the pressure produced when the heart contracts and pumps) and the diastolic pressure (the pressure of the blood on the arteries when the heart is at rest between beats). These pressures are recorded in numbers, the systolic over the diastolic; for example, 120/ 80. The more difficult it is for the blood to flow through your body, the higher the numbers. Although 120/80 is considered a "normal" adult blood pressure level, readings up to 140/90 are also considered normal, especially for older people. Systolic produced when heart beats . Diastolic produced when heart is at rest. Signs and Symptoms High blood pressure is especially dangerous because it has no clear signs or symptoms. You can have it and not even know it. It doesn't hurt, and it usually doesn't make a person feel sick or dizzy or nervous. As a result, many people with high blood pressure can live for years without knowing they have it. The only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have your blood pressure checked at one of the SIU clinics or by your own physician or local blood pressure screening program. causes j _ Having your blood pressure checked is a simple but very important procedure, because it is the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure. 34 / LOG / September 1984 No one knows what causes the most common type of hypertension. In fact, in 90 percent of the high blood pressure cases, the cause is unknown. For a long time, no one thought "tension" had anything to do with it. Now it is believed that tension or stress may be a factor, but perfectly calm people have hypertension too. There are other, more important factors that may contribute to a person's chances of developing hypertension. Heredity: If someone else in your family had or has hypertension, you are also a likely candidate for the disease. People whose parents had high blood pressure are more likely to develop it than those individuals whose parents did not. Obesity: How much we weigh has a lot to do with high blood pressure. Lower weight means lower blood presssure for most people. No one knows for sure, but maintaining the right weight for your sex and bone structure may reduce the risk of getting high blood pressure. Our experience at the SIU clinics shows that an extremely large percentage of the cases of hypertension result from overweight and that, almost without excep 7 tion, gradual weight loss is accompanied by a healthy decrease in blood pressure. Diet: Since statistics show that many people who have high blood pressure are also overweight or obese, they should reduce their intake of calories to help them lose weight. In addition, it's helpful to cut down on those foods high in cholesterol such as fatty meats, lard, butter, egg yolks and whole milk. Sometimes a sodium isalt)-restricted diet is recommended as well, because reduction of salt may also help to lower blood pressure. Race: Statistics have borne out the fact that black Americans suffer from high blood pressure in greater numbers than white Americans. Blacks should, therefore, monitor their blood pressure levels even more frequently than whites. Tobacco: Cigarette smoking is a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Alcohol: Alcohol contains many calories, so if you are on a weight-reduction diet, you'll want to avoid those extra calones. Treatment Because there is no cure for most high blood pressure, there's no such thing as a quick treatment that solves the problem once and for all. But high blood pressure is easily detected and is usually controllable. That's why ifs so important for people (Continued on Page 35.) �(Continued from Page 34.) Hypertension to get their blood pressure checked regularly and, if it is high, to follow the treatment their doctors prescribe. Many medications are available to help reduce high blood pressure. Some get rid of excess body fluids and excess sodium, while other medications can open up narrow blood vessels or prevent the blood vessels from con- Personals stricting and narrowing. Losing weight, exercise, a controlled diet · and prescribed drugs are the four most important ways to treat high blood pressure. Daily treatments usually must be continued permanently in order to bring high blood pressure down and keep it there. Some people think that only when they get a headache or feel anxious or dizzy should they take their medicine. They are wrong. High blood pressure medicine should be taken daily just as the doctor prescribes. Simply because a person feels well, doesn't mean that his or her blood pressure is normal. High blood pressure is a lifetime illness. Once you have started a treatment program, however, you may be surprised to find it easier and less complicated than you thought it would be. The most important reward for your efforts will be the knowledge that effective control of high blood pressure will prolong your life. '* * * Next month, this column will conclude its series on the four most common medical problems faced by Seafarers. It will focus on diabetes: what it is, what causes it, and how it can be treated. Keep Address Changes Up-to-Date . . 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L----------------------------------------------------------September 1984 / LOG / 35 - �Report of Credentials Committee on Candidates for 1984 General Election of Officers, 1985-1988 Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District The duly-elected Credentials Committee examines the records and membership files of those nominated for elective office for 198&-1988 for the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD. The committee members, pictured above, are Chairman Frank Rodriguez, Samuel T. Brooks, Rudy De Boissiere, Chris Devonish, John Linton and Joseph Speller. Following is the complete text of the Report of the Credentials Committee, which examined the credentials of candidates for elective office or Job in the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD for the years 1985 to 1988. The report was presented to the membership initially at the regular membership meeting in the port of New York on Sept. 4, 1984 and was acted on affirmatively by the membership. The same procedure w/11 take place at all regular membership meetings in the month of September. W E , the undersigned members of the Credentials Committee , were duly elected at the regular membership meeting held in Headquarters-Port of New York on August 6, 1984. We have examined the credentials of candidates for elective office or job in the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the years 1985-1988, in 'accordance with Article XI , Section 1, and submit the following report. Your Committee qualified or disqualified those members who submitted for office based upon the Union Constitution , particularly those provisions contained in Articles XII and XIII . We also took into consideration the provisions contained in the merger agreement between the SIUNA-AGLIWD and the Military Sea Transport Union pertaining to the election of officers. The applicable Constitutional provisions are as follows: ARTICLE XII, Qualifications for Officers, Headquarters Representatives , Port Agents, Patrolmen and Other Elective Jobs. - Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (a) He has at least three (3) years of seatime in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels. In computing time , time spent in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union 's direction, shall count the same as seatime. Union records, Welfare Plan records and/or -company records can be used to determine eligibility; and (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) yeas immediately prior to his nomination; and 36 / LOG I September 1984 (c) He has at least one hundred (JOO) days ofseatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with , or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union 's direction or a combination of these, between January 1 and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fix ed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (JOO) days; and · (d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; and (e) He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or from a Union-Management Fund to which Fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union . (j) He has not sailed in a licensed capacity aboard an American flag merchant vessel or vessels within 24 consecutive months immediately prior to the opening of nominations. Section 2. All candidates for , and holders of, other elective jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union . Section 3. All candidates f or, and holders of elective offices and jobs, whether elected or appointed in accordance with this Constitution , shall maintain f ull book membership in good standing. ARTICLE XIII-Elections for Officers, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents and Patrolmen. Section 1. Nominations Except as provided in Section 2(b) of this Article, any full book member can submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the SecretaryTreasurer at headquarters, or sending, a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary-Treasurer, at the address of headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (Continued on Page 37.) �Report of Credentials Committee (Continued from Page 36.) (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Agent or Patrolman. (e) Proof of citizenship. (j) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: have at least 260 days or more seatime aboard MSTU contracted vessels within a consecutive 24 calendar month period since January 1, 1968, shall, upon the Merger, be ''full book members" under the terms of the SIU Constitution, particularly Article III, Section 1 thereof, subject to monetary payments if any, as hereafter provided; and all such MSTU members in good standing who have less than such 260 days seatime but at least 30 days seatime aboard MSTU contracted vessels within a consecutive 24 calendar month period since January I, 1968, shall upon the Merger be 'probationary members' under the terms of the SIU Constitution and particularly Article III, Section I thereof, subject to monetary payments if any, as hereafter provided. Upon such probationary members; completion of 260 days seatil1]e within a consecutive 24 calendar month period since January 1, 1968, "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) upon MSTU and/or SIU contracted vessels, they shall be full book years last past, have I been either tl member of the Communist members under the terms of the SIU Constitution, provided they meet Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term and maintain their constitutional good standing requirements in the resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, emSIU. A suspended non-full book MSTU member as defined in Article bezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narIII, Section 3 of the MSTU Constitution, shall not be eligible for or cotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault possess the aforesaid 'probationary or full book member status' in the which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or SIU as the case may be, unless within ninety (90) days after the effective III of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any date of the Merger he has paid all his union montary obligations past such crimes.'' due in an amount which was then required in addition to dues which Dated ................................................ . may be required under the SIU Constitution, as hereinafter provided. Signature of Member MSTU shall not admit any person to membership commencing with Book No .............................................. . the date of this Merger Agreement." "8. The SIU membership under Article III, Section 2 of the SIU / Constitution, has determined that membership status of pensioners Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. shall consist of not being required to make payments of their union Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, monetary obligations and have access to all Union halls andfacilities, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration but shall not have the privilege of membership as to voice, vote or with of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable respect to carrying on the business or affairs of the Union, the election determintJ.tion by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a of officers and job holders and the making of policy decisions, rules, regulations and interpretations. The membership status of MSTU complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true pensioners shall be identical to the above, subject however, to the copies of the documents supporting his statement. provisions of such Article III, Section 2 as to change of such status by majority vote of the membership as provided therein.'' Any full book member may nominate any other full book member in "9(a). SIU regular dues as provided for in SIU' s Constitution, which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with Article V, Section l(a) which became effective February, 1981, is the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein, relating to $200.00 annually, payable in equal quarterly amounts on a calendar the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination year baiis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, provision the responsibility if any, for notifying a nominee of his subject to automatic percentage increases related to and at the time nomination to office, shall be that of the nominator. wage increases are negotiated, all as more specifically set forth in said All documents required herein must reach headquarters no earlier and Section in SIU' s attached Constitution. Article than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. MSTU regular dues is $280.00 annually, payable in equal quarterly The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters amounts and at the times and in the same manner as SIU' s regular and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's dues described above. From such dues payments, MSTU provides request. death benefits for MSTU active members, set forth hereafter. Upon Your Committee reviewed the Agreement of Merger between the approval of the Merger as hereafter provided, SIU annual dues for SIUNA-AGLIWD and Military Sea Transport Union, particularly the members employ.e d aboard the aforesaid Military Sea Lift Command following provisions: and Bureau of Indian Affairs vessels, shall remain at $280.00 per annum "4. The MSTU elected officer and business agents shall continue to with the increases thereof to be in the manner and at the times a'nd in be employed by the SIU in such capacities as SIU may determine for the amounts as is provided for by SIU' s aforesaid Constitutional the balance of the term of SIU elected officers, which subject to new provision Article V Section l(a), except that any initial increase shall elections, terminate in December, 1984. Such MSTU officer and business be computed upon the basis of a $200 .00 annual dues base." agents shall be eligible for and be provided with all fringe benefits "9(b). MSTU by Constitution or membership action, has not required presently providedfor SIU officials and employees and employment by persons constituting its members, working aboard Military Sea Lift MSTU shall be credited as employment with SIU, except that the Command vessels or under the Bureau of Indian Affairs to pay an amount of pension benefits payable to such officer and business agents pensioners shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of initiation fee. Recognizing that this merger if approved will add more members and greater strength to the SIU, comparable to an organibenefits payable to such pensioner if any, by any other pension program zational campaign and in accordance with the authority contained in or plan (other than social security, by reason of employment as a the SIU' s Constitution Article V, Section 3, the SJ U Executive Board maritime employee.'' has agreed to waive any initiation fee for persons working as civilian "7(a). All MSTU 'full book members' in good standing possessing unlicensed seamen aboard such government owned vessels operated such status pursuant to Article III of the MSTU Constitution in effect directly by the military or Bureau of Indian Affairs except that if any immediately prior to this merger, shall be 'full book members' under such person should thereafter be employed aboard vessels other than the terms of the SIU Constitution hereafter set forth, without payment those government owned and operated directly by the military or Bureau of any SIU initiation fee, except as may hereafter be provided. A of Indian Affairs for more than thirty (30) days in any twelve (12) suspended MSTU 'full book member' as defined in Article III, Section consecutive month period, such person shall be required to pay the 3 of the MSTU Constitution, shall not possess the aforesaid 'full book member' status in the SIU unless within ninety (90) days of the effective · initiation fee and working dues, all at the time and in the amounts as provided by the SIU Constitution." date of this Merger he has paid all his union monetary obligations past "13. Recognizing that both SIU and MSTU existing ocean vessels due in an amount which was then required, in addition to dues which collective bargaining agreements expire on June 14, 1981, and negotiare required to be paid thereafter in the amount hereinafter provided ated wage increases will be effective immediately thereafter, therefore, by this Merger Agreement." upon approval of the Merger in the manner hereafter provided, dues "7(b). Excepting MSTU 'full book members,' all other MSTU members in good standing possessing such status pursuant to Article III of obligations of former MSTU members to the SIU shall accrue and be (Continued on Page 38.)° the M S TU Constitution in effect immediately prior to this merger, who September 1984 / LOG / 37 -- �Report of Credentials Committee ..., (Continued from Page 37.) payable with the fourth calendar quarter of 1981, but the amounts thereof payable shall be computed in accordance with the provisions of SIU' s Constitution Article V, Section 1(a) as if the merge~ was approved on June 14, 1981. The foregoing shall be in addition to any other union mon~tary obligations that such MSTU members had to MSTU for the period prior to October 15, 1981, and which pursuant to the provisions of the Merger Agreement, have been assigned by MSTU to SIU upon approval of the Merger." "14. In connection with Article XII of the annexed SIU Constitution made a part of this Agreement, which Article constitutes the qualifications, for candidates for union office, the terms 'union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates,' shall in addition to being applicable to the SIU, be equally applicable to the MSTU prior to this merger; the term 'seatime in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union' shall be equally applicable to such vessels covered by contract with the MSTU prior to the merger." "15. For all purposes of the annexed SIU Constitution made a part of this Agreement, the terms, 'good standing' or 'continuous good standing in the Union,' shall include such status of members in the MSTU prior to this Merger." "16. The annexed SIU Constitution made a part of this Agreement, provides in Article XIII, Section 2( e) thereof, that candidates for office who were nominated and qualified in previous elections for any officer or enumerated jobs, shall be conclusively presumed to possess the qualifications for such office or job, required by such Constitution provision Article XII, Section l(a), to wit, 'at least three (3) years seatime,' more specifically set forth in such latter Article and Section. It is understood that such conclusive presumption shall not be applicable however, to eligibility candidacy for any office or job in any MSTU elections which were held and conducted prior to the instant merger." "17. MSTU members monetary obligations to the MSTU shall be deemed, if unpaid, monetary obligations owed the SIU after approval of the Merger as provided in the last sentence of paragraph '13' above, and monies paid by such members shall be applied as provided in Article XX, Section 4 of the SIU Constitution hereafter annexed and made a part of this Agreement." Further, in order to ascertain the meaning of the term "member in good standing" which is used in Article XII, Subsection l(b), the Committee referred to Article XXIV, Section 9 of our Constitution which reaqs as follows. "Section 9. The term, 'member in good standing,' shall mean a member whose -monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term, 'member,' shall mean a member in good standing." Your Committee also referred to Article XXIV, Section 13 for the definition of the term '' seatime''. This section reads as follows: "Section 13. The term "seatime' shall Include employment upon any navigable waters, or days of employment in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union." We also noted in Article XXIV, Section 14, the meaning of the term "in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American flag merchant vessel or vessels." This portion of the Constitution reads ·as follows: "Section 14. The term 'in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American flag merchant vessel or vessels,' shall include persons employed in an unlicensed or licensed capacity aboard dredges, tugboats, towboats and similar vessels used to tow, propel, or push barges or other conveyances or assist merchant vessels in docking -or undocking, or persons otherwise employed in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union." After full and careful deliberations, the Committee made its decisions and sent appropriate notification to candidates. The ultimate decisions of this Committee are later set forth. In arriving at these ultimate decisions, the Committee was most concerned with carrying out a stated principle of our Union which is that "every qualified member shall have the right to nominate himselffor, and, if elected or appointed, to hold office in this Union." In connection with the foregoing, we have also consulted with the Secretary-Treasurer who, under our Constitution, has the obligation to insure appropriate election procedures as legally required (Article XIII, Section 7). Our Secretary-Treasurer has further consulted with the Union's Counsel as to the law applicable in Union nominations and elections. The following is a complete listing of all men who submitted their credentials to the Committee. Their names and the office or job for which they submitted such credentials are listed in the order in which 38 / LOG I September 1984 this Committee feels they should be placed on the general ballot, that is, in alphabetical order under the office or job for which they run, and that the Ports, following the Headquarters offices, beginning with New York, be arranged on the ballot geographically, as has been done in the past. After each man's name and book number is his qualification or disqualification, followed by the reason for that decision. President Louis Babin, Jr., B-826 .... Disqualified. Does not have 100 days seatime- from January 1, 1984 to time of nomination. Leo Cronsohn, C-801 ...... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Frank Drozak, D-22 ....... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Murrell Wells, W-792 ...... Qualified .... Credentials in order. . EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Ed Turner, T-8001 ........ Qualified .... Credentials in order. SECRETARY-TREASURER Joseph DiGiorgio, D-2 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Angus Campbell, C-217 .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Leon Hall, Jr., H-125 . . .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST Joe Sacco, S-1287 ......... Qualified .... Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST George McCartney, M-948. Qualified .... Credentials in order. . VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Mike Sacco, S-1288 ....... Qualified .... Credentials in order. HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Jack Bluitt, B-15 .......... Qualified Jack Caffey, C-1010 ....... Qualified John Fay, F-363 .......... Qualified Steve Troy, T-485 ......... Qualified .... Credentials .... Credentials .... Credentials .... Credentials in in in in order. order. order. order. NEW YORK PORT AGENT Augustin Tellez, T-764 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. - .. NEW YORK JOINT PATROLMAN James Battle, B-1234 ...... Qualified .... Credentials in order. •· · Frank Gill, G-8002 ........ Qualified .... Credentials in order. George Grier, G-25001 ..... Disqualified. Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Kermett Mangram, M-2394. Qualified .... Credentials in order. James Martin, M-5290 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Frank Mongelli, M-1111 ... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Juan Patino, P-622 ........ Qualified .... Credentials in order. Trevor Robertson, R-723 ... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Robert Selzer, S-1258 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Jesse Solis, S-800 l ........ Qualified .... Credentials in order. PHILADELPHIA AGENT Robert Stevens, S-1627 .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. PHILADELPillA JOINT PATROLMAN Robert N. "Joe" Air, A-61. Qualified . , .. Credentials in order. Carl Peth, P-755 .......... Qualified .... Credentials in order. BALTIMORE AGENT Allen Raymond, R-670 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. BALTIMORE JOINT PATROLMAN James B. Koesy, K-991 .... Disqualified. Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. James McGee, M-5945 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Robert Pomerlane, P-437 ... Qualified .... Credentials in order. MOBILE AGENT Thomas L. Glidewell, G-467 .................. Qualified .... Credentials in order. MOBILE JOINT PATROLMAN Edward "Edd" Morris, M-1358 ................ Qualified .... Credentials in order. (Continued on Page 39.) �Report of Credentials Committee (Continued from Page 38.) George Vukmir, V-269 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS AGENT Gerald Brown, B-1159 ..... Disqualified. Wasnotincontinuousgood standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Patrick Pills worth, P-1079 .. Qualified .... Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS JOINT PATROLMAN Donald C. Anderson, A-5244 ................. Qualified .... Credentials in order. Leo Bonser, B-1193 ....... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Michael Worley, W-752 .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. HOUSTON AGENT F. Gene Taylor, T-180 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. HOUSTON JOINT PATROLMAN Dean Corgey, C-6727 ...... Qualified .... Credentials in order. George Ripoll, R-708 ...... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Ray Singletary, S-2260 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO AGENT Jake Dusich, D-8001 ....... Disqualified. Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Earl Emil Lee, L-8001 ..... Qualified .... Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO JOINT PATROLMAN Kwong Hom, H-8002 ...... Qualified .... Credentials in order. Kenneth Mayer, M-25087 .. Qualified .... Credentials in order. Raleigh Minix, M-25002 .... Disqualified. Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Gentry Moore, M-8001 .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. John Smith, S-4615 ........ Qualified .... Credentials in order. DETROIT AGENT Jack Allen, A-674 ......... Qualified .... Credentials in order. DETROIT JOINT PATROLMAN Donald Bensman, B-1534 .. Disqualified. Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Byron F. Kelley, K-12039 .. Qualified .... Credentials in order. Dennis Wyllie, W-1141 .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS AGENT William Dagon, D-5614 .... Qualified .... Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS JOINT PATROLMAN M. Joseph Sigler, S-2101 ... Qualified .... Credentials in order. As you will note in the foregoing sections of the Committee's Report, the provisions of the SIU Constitution governing election procedures made it mandatory that some of the nominees be disqualified. In light of these circumstances, the Committee wishes to call to the attention of all members, the necessity of following all requirements and procedures, which are established by our Constitution to govern eligibility to candidacy to Union office. However, at this time the Committee particularly desires to point out the provisions of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of the Constitution, which spell out in detail the right of a disqualified candidate to appeal from the decision of the Credentials Committee and how he does it. In compliance with Article XIII, Section 2(b) of our Constitution, and in an attempt to give every nominee every consideration and to try to prevent any disqualifications by this Committee, Sam (Tom) Brooks, Book #B-1196, of the Credentials Committee, remained at the entrance of the Headquarters building of the Union until midnight of Wednesday, August 15, 1984, to receive any credentials that might have been delivered either by mail or by hand after the closing of business hours by the Union. The Committee points out that in the President's Pre-Balloting Report approved by the membership as per the Constitution and published in the May SEAFARERS LOG the exact offices and jobs for which nominations were to be made was set forth. In passing upon the credentials for certain of the nominees, this Committee had to make a number of.disqualifications, and the following are the details relative to each of those disqualifications: 1. Louis Babin, Jr., B-826-Candidate for President. Based upon an examination of available Union records, Brother Babin has failed to establish that he has one hundred (100) days of seatime between January 1, 1984 and the time of nomination, as required by Article XII, Section l(c) of our Constitution, which reads as follows.: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (c) He has at least one hundred (JOO) days of seatime in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, -or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January 1 and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days;". Based upon the Constitutional provisions set forth above, this Committee, as per Article XIII, Section 2(c) and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, informed Brother Babin of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address listed by him in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a letter which was sent Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested, dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Babin that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. Enclosed with the letter was a copy of the Union Constitution in the event Brother Babin wishes to appeal the disqualification decision of the Committee. 2. Leo Cronsohn, C-801-Candidate for President. Based upon an examination of available Union records, Brother Cronsohn has failed to establish that he has one hundred (100) days of seatime between January 1, 1984 and the time of nomination, as required by Article XII, Section l(c) of our Constitution, which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (JOO) days of employment with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January 1 and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days;". Based upon the Constitutional provisions set forth above, this Committee, as per Article XIII, Section 2(c) and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, informed Brother Cronsohn of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address listed by him in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a letter which was sent C_ertified Mail Return Receipt Requested, dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Cronsohn that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. Enclosed with the letter was a copy of the Union Constitution in the event Brother Cronsohn wishes to appeal the disqualification decision of the Committee. Subsequent to our telegram and letter to Brother Cronsohn, the Secretary-Treasurer received a letter dated August 28, 1984, from Brother Cronsohn addressed to the Seafarers International Union. This letter was turned over to the Credentials Committee. Brother Cronsohn' s letter enclosed copies of additional discharges which document that he has 106 days of seatime between January 1 and the time- of nomination in tbis election year. The Credentials Committee, therefore, finds Brother Cronsohn qualified to run on the ballot for President of the Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District and have advised him by telegram and letter dated August 30, 1984. 3. George T. Grier, G-25001-Candidate for Joint Patrolman-Port of New York. Based upon an examination of Union records, Brother Grier did not pay his Third Quarter 1982 dues until August 26, 1982, whereas they should have been paid no later than July 30, 1982. Further, that he did not pay his First Quarter 1984 dues until April 13, 1984, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1984. Brother Grier was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), which reads as follows: (Continued on Page 40.) September 1984 / LOG / 39 - - - �Report of Credentials Committee (Continued from Page 39.) - "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, apd hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination." Union records further reveal that the above monetary payment requirements were not excused by reason of the provisions of Article III, Section 3, hereafter set forth: "ARTICLE III, SECTION 3. Members more than one quarter in arrears in dues shall be automatically suspended, and shall forfeit all benefits and all other rights and privileges in the Union. They shall be automatically dismissed if they are more than two quarters in arrears in dues. An arrearage in dues shall be computed from the first day of the applicable quarter, but this time shall not run: (a) While a member is actually participating in a strike or lockout. (b) While a member is an in-patient in a USPHS or other accredited hospital. · (c) While a member is under an incapacity due to activity in behalf of the Union. (d) While a member is in the armed services of the United States, provided the member was in good standing at the time of entry into the armed forces, and further provided he applies for reinstatement within ninety (90) days after discharge from the armed forces. (e) While a member has no opportunity to pay dues, because of employment aboard an American-flag merchant vessel. The provision of this Subsection (e) shall be inapplicable when such merchant vessel is operating upon the Great Lakes, or upon the harbors, rivers, or territorial waters of the United States." Your Committee also referred to the following relevant provisions of the Constitution: ARTICLE V, SECTION 1. All members' dues shall consist of· (a) Dues annually in the sum of $200.00 which shall be paid in equal quarterly amounts on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, except as herein otherwise provided, and such dues shall be increased from time to time by percentages equal to the percentages of negotiated wage increases inclusive of cost of living increases but not more than 10% annually over dues then in effect as provided in this paragraph (a) during the previous twelve months, and such dues inclusive of such percentages amounts, rounded off to the nearest dollar with 50 cents or less rounded off to the dollar immediately 6elow and 51 cents or more, rounded off to the dollar immediately above, and shall be payable in equal calendar quarterly amounts no later than the first business day of the calendar quarter commencing ·with the first calendar quarter immediately following any such increases, except as herein otherwise provided, and; (b) The sum of $50.00 for each ninety days worked in twelve consecutive months for contracted employers an for days worked subsequent to such first ninety days in such twelve consecutive months, which are less than ninety, a proportionate sum of such $50.00 which shall be equal to the percentage which such worked days bears to ninety days. Dues payable under this subsection (b) shall be payable on the day that the member receives payment for his earned compensatory credit on account of having worked such days, anything to the contrary herein nonwithstanding, and shall become effective as to members in the manner designated and determined by majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provided for in Article XII, Section J(a) and (c) shall pay in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately above, the sum of Fifty ($50.00) Dollars quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter, while so employed." "ARTICLE XXIV, SECTION 9. The term 'member in good standing', shall mean a member whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term 'member' shall mean a member in good standing." Based upon the Constitutional provisions set forth above, this Committee, as per Article XIII, Section 2(c) and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, informed Brother Grier of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address listed by him in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a letter which was sent Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested, dated August 40 I LOG / September 1984 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Grier that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Grier would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. 4. James B. Koesy, K-991-Candidate for Joint Patrolman-Port of Baltimore. Union records indicate that Brother Koesy did not pay his dues for the Third Quarter of 1982 until August 20, 1982, whereas they should have been paid no later than July 30, 1982. Our Union Constitution provides: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately. prior to his nominations;" Based upon the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously.carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Koesy for the job of Joint Patrolman-Port of Baltimore. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Koesy of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Koesy that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Koesy would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. · 5. Gerald A. Brown-B-1159-Candidate for Port Agent-Port of New Orleans. Based upon an examination of Union records, Brother Brown did not pay his Fourth Quarter 1983 dues until May 16, 1984, whereas they should have been paid no later than October 30, 1983. Further, that he did not pay his First Quarter 1984 dues until May 16, 1984, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1984. Brother Brown was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;'' Based upon the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Brown . for the job of Port Agent-Port of New Orleans. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our -Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Brown of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Brown that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so, that Brother Brown would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. . 6. Jake Dusich, D-8001-Candidate for Port Agent, Port of San Francisco. Based upon an examination of Union records, Brother Dusich did not pay his First Quarter 1983 dues until March 18, 1983, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1983. Brother Dusich was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;'' (Continued on Page 41.) �Report of Credentials Committee (Continued from Page 40.) Based upon the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Dusich for the job of Port Agent-Port of San Francisco. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Dusich of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Dusich that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Dusich would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. 7. Raleigh G. Minix, M-25002-Candidate for Joint Patrolman-Port of San Francisco. Based upon an examination of Union records, Brother Minix did not pay his First Quarter 1983 dues until February 2, 1983, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1983. Brother Minix was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and. hold, any office or the job. of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination,'' Based upon the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section .9, previously carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Minix for the job of Joint Pa tman-Port of San Francisco. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII , Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Minix of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Minix that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Minix would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. 8. Donald Bensman, B-1534-Candidate for Joint Patrolman-Port of Detroit. Union records indicate that Brother Bensman paid his dues for the First Quarter of 1983 on February 11, 1983, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1983, and there is no record of dues payments for the Third and Fourth Quarters of 1981 which were due no later than July 30, 1981 and October 30, 1981, respectively. Brother Bensman was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Patrolman provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;" Based upon the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Bensman for the job of Joint Patrolman-Port of Detroit. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Bensman of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Bensman that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Bensman would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. The Committee received a letter on August 15, 1984 from Herbert Brown, which was dated August 8, 1984, to be a candidate for Port Agent, Subic Bay. Brother Brown was disqualified by the Committee in that no such position exists. Brother Brown was advised of his disqualification by telegram sent on August 24, 1984 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the telegram was followed by a Registered Air Mail letter dated August 24, 1984 from the Committee to Brother Brown that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. A copy of that Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Brown would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. The membership can readily see from the foregoing report that your Committee has made every effort possible within the confines of our Constitution to qualify every nominee. All credentials received as of August 7, 1984, were turned over to the Committee in good order at 9:00 A.M. on that date, and those received by mail subsequently, but not later than August 15, 1984, have similarly been furnished to the Committee in good order. All credentials have been examined in strict accordance with the Constitution. Any defect in the credentials disposed of by the Committee has been the sole responsibility of the sender and no person adversely affected by such defect has denied this to the Committee. The Committee, in closing out its report, had turned over to it the credentials of Brother David Jackson, III, J-25076, for nomination of offices of Agent or Patrolman in Oakland or San Francisco, California. These credentials were received on August 23, 1984, as noted on the envelope. The Committee also had turned over to it the credentials of Brother William M. Milton, M-25109, for nomination of Business Agent, San Francisco, California, Government Services Division. These credentials were received on August 24, 1984, as indicated on the envelope. In addition, the Committee received credentials from Brother Tirso Molina, M-8121, for nomination for the office of Patrolman in the Port of New York. Brother Molina's August 11, 1984 letter of nomination was sent Air Mail from Hong Kong to Wilmington, California, which was, in turn, mailed to the Credentials Committee in Camp Springs, Maryland and received by the Credentials Committee on August 23, 1984, as noted on the envelope. Our Constitution, Article XIII, Section 1, specifically states that all credentials must reach headquarters no later than August 15th of the election year. As previously noted, one member of the Committee was present at Union Headquarters on August 15th until 12 Midnight to receive any timely nominations. None were received. Under the Constitution, any candidate has more than sufficient time for nomination to office. He has almost unlimited time to file his credentials, as long as they are received within the thirty-day period, July 15-August 15. In view of the clear constitutional language and most liberal opportunity for a member to timely nominate himself, we find Brother David Jackson, III, Brother William M. Milton, and Brother Tirso Molina unqualified. Fraternally submitted, CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE Frank Rodriguez, R-862, Chairman Samuel T. Brooks, B-1196 Rudy DeBoissiere, D-684 Chris Devonish, D-1089 John Linton, L-744 Joseph Speller, S-1246 Dated: August 24, 1984 .. .., , -I September 1984 /LOG / 41 .. �,, <_ ....,.., .> W, hA Deep Sea Pensioner Elvin Oneal Aldridge, 62, died of kidney failure on May 20. Brother Aldridge joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as a cook. He began sailing in 1948. Seafarer Aldridge was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Born in Colum-- bus, Miss., he was a resident of Slidell, La. Burial was in Friendship Cemetery, Columbus. Surviving is a daughter, Patricia Maurer of Slidell. Pensioner Mac 58, Anderson, died of arteriosclerosis in the Baptist Medical Center, Jacksonville on July 16. Brother Anderson joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Galveston sailing as an AB. He was born in Georgia and was a resident of Jacksonville. Cremation took place in the Evergreen Cemetery Crematory, J acksoliville. Surviving is his widow, Nancy. Pensioner Frank Acha Arana, 65, died of heart-lung failure in the Queen of Angels Hospital, Los Angeles on July 15. Brother .,I' Arana joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing as a FOWT. He was born in Manila, P.I. and was a resident of Los Angeles. Burial was in Forest Lawn Park Cemetery, Los Angeles. Surviving are his widow, Florence and a brother, Vincent of Brooklyn, N.Y. Edward "Eddie" Joseph Caravona, 62, died in Puerto Rico on Aug. 16. Brother Caravona joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Baltimore sailing as .., a recertified bosun. He sailed .. 42 / LOG / September 1984 for Sea-Land from 1980 to 1983. Seafarer Caravona was born in Ohio and was a resident of Winchester, Ind. Surviving is a brother, Sam of Cleveland. Pensioner William "Bill" Jo. seph Clegg, 57, died on July 31. Brother Clegg ) joined the SIU in the port of San 'fl Francisco in 1955 sailing as a recettified bosun. He began sailing in 1948 and was graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1973. He also worked on the Sea-Land Shoregang, Port Elizabeth, N .J. from 1969 to 1970. Seafarer Clegg hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor beef. Clegg was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Queens, N. Y., he was a resident of Scranton, Pa. Surviving are his widow, Claudette and his parents, Clarence and Mary Clegg of Lackawanna, Pa. Robert Sanders Hugh Davis, 60, died in Charleston, S.C. on Aug. 21. Brother Davis joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1952 sailing as a FOWT. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Davis was born in Charleston and was a resident there. Surviving are his mother, Frances of Baltimore and his father, James of Charleston. Pensioner Stephen May Dong, 65, died of a heart attack in the Harborview Medical Center, Seattle on July 18. Brother Dong joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1960 sailing as a steward utility. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in Canton, Miss., he was a resident of Seattle. Interment was in Washelli Cemetery, Seattle. Surviving are his widow, Suzanne and a brother, Willie of Seattle. EdPensioner ward Ernest Edinger, 64, died 3. on Aug. Brother Edinger joined the SIU in the port of Savannah, Ga. in 1955 sailing as a chief steward during the Vietnam and the Korean wars for. Sea-Land. He began sailing in 1941. Seafarer Edinger attended a Piney Point Educational Conference as a delegate from the port of San Francisco. Born in Ohio, he was a resident of Dewey, Ariz. Surviving is his brother, Kenneth of Dewey. Pensioner John Sanders Fontan Sr., 76, passed away from a 1. stroke in the Montelepre Hospital, New Orleans on June 27. Brother Fontan joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of New Orleans sailing as chief cook and chief baker. He began sailing in 1934 and also sailed during World War II. SeaPensioner Vic- fareer Fontan was born in New torio Emanuel Orleans and was a resident there. D'lndia, 65, died Burial was in St. Louis Cemeon Aug. 13. tery, New Orleans. Surviving Brother D'India- are his widow, Edith and a joined the SIU in daughter, Irene Deist of New 1941 in the port Orleans. of Boston sailing Pensioner Mel-· as a wiper. He vin Cornelius walked the picket line in the Herring, 60, died 1946 General Maritime beef. on Aug. 16. Seafarer D'India was born in Brother Herring Boston and was a resident of joined the SIU in Philadelphia. Surviving are two the port of Philbrothers, Michael of East Bos• . , adelphia in 1951 ton and Louis of Framingham, 1 .....J sailing as an AB. Mass. He was born in Elkton, Va. and was a resident of Winchester, Va. Surviving are his mother, Erma; his brother, Owen, both of Winchester, and a sister, Irene Bain of Bunker Hill, W.Va. Pensioner Cesar Izquierdo, 84, passed away from natural causes in Methodist Hospital, Brooklyn, N.Y. on July 15. Brother Izquierdo joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as an AB for Sea-Land. He began sailing in 1948 and was on the picket line in the 1961 N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line beef. Seafarer Izquierdo also attended the 1970 Piney Point Pensioners Conference No. 8. A native of Ecuador, he was a resident of Brooklyn. Interment was in Resurrection Cemetery, Staten Is., N.Y. Surviving is his widow, Isabel of Catano, P.R. ' Pensioner Clyde Hamilton Jernigan, 73, succumbed to cancer in the Metbodist Hospice, Jacksonville on Aug. 1. . Brother Jernigan joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1959 sailing as a wiper. He was born in Waycross, Ga. and was a resident of Ocean way, Fla. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Jacksonville. Surviving is his widow, Alice of Jacksonville. Thomas William Killion, 48, died of injuries sustained in an auto crash in April 1983. Brother Killion joined the SIU in the port of Boston in 1956 sailing as a FOWT. He also sailed as an engineer for District 2, MEBA and for Ogden Marine. Seafarer Killion was a veteran of both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army after the Korean War. Born in Boston, �he was a resident of Brockton, Mass. Interment . was in Mt. Benedict Cemetery, Roxbury, Mass. Surviving are his widow; his mother, Elizabeth of Dorchester, Mass, and three sisters, Ann, Margaret Cochrane, both of Brockton, and Mary Gabriel. Pensioner Chang Ling, 73, passed away from natural causes m St. Vincent's Hospital, New York City on July 24. Brother Ling joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1957 sailing as a FOWT. He was a graduate of the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1957. Seafarer Ling was also a lathe operator and a former member of the Machinists Union. And he w ~terR'ft--8-,~ .S. Army's Co. D, 17th Infantry Reg. in World War II. Born in Wenchow, China, he was a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of New York City. Burial was in Cypress Hills Cemetery, Brooklyn. Surviving are his idow, Anna Yee and a son, Thomas. John Francis Meo, 57, died on Feb. 29. Brother Meo joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician. He hit the bricks in the 1962 Robin Line strike. Seafarer Meo was a vetreran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. A native of Cleveland, Ohio, he was a resident of Hacienda Heights, Calif. Surviving are his mother, Sylvia of Palmdale, Calif. and two brothers, Harold of Palmdale and William of Walnut, Calif. Druward Dewayne Molter, 57, died of lung failure in the Wilkes General Hospital, North Wilkesboro, N.C. on April 28. Brother Molter joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a chief steward, head waiter and bartender. He was born in Wichita, Kan. and was a resident of North Wilkesboro. Cremation took place in the Volger Crematory, Clemmons, N.C. Surviving are two sons, Wayne of Port Jefferson, N.Y. and James of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. and a daughter, Carol S. Dammann of Shirley, N.Y. Pensioner William L. Nickel Sr., 87, passed away from heart failure in Joppa, Md. 21. _on Aug. Brother Nickel joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Galveston sailing in the steward department for the Grace Line. He also began sailing during World War I and sailed inland, too. Seafarer Nickel was born in Baltimore and was a resident there. Interment was in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Baltimore. Surviving are two sons, William Jr. and Eugene, both of 0 . Pensioner Anthony Pennino, 69, passed away ~ on Aug. 1. Brother Pennino fllir-" .~ joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1952 sailing as a waiter and cook. He was a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Pennino was born in New Orleans and was a resident there. Surviving is a sister, Josephine of New Orleans. Pensioner Thomas Joseph Ratcliffe, 40, succumbed to a heart attack in the Mary Hitchcock Hospital, Hanover, N.H. on May :I' 24. Brother Ratcliffe joined the SIU in the port of New York in J 962 sailing as a recertified bosun. He was graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1980. Seafarer Ratcliffe in 1975 attended a Piney Point Crews Conference. A native of New York City, he was a resident of Claremont, N.H. Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Claremont. Surviving are his widow, Carol; two sons, Christopher and Morgan; his parents, Christopher and Nancy Ratcliffe and a brother, Dennis of New York City. Jose Philip Salinas, 64, died recently. Brother Salinas joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1957 sailing as both a cook and AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Salinas was born in Wharton, Texas and was a resident of Galveston. Surviving is a sister, Amelia of Galveston. Ludwick "Dubby" Adam Torregano, 24, died aboard the \ tanker Archon (Apex Marine) in Vancouver, \ Wash. on July 18, Brother Torregano joined the SIU following his graduation from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Entry Trainee Program, Piney Point, Md. in 1982. He sailed as an assistant cook. A native of New Orleans, he was a resident of San Jose, Calif. Burial was in the Alta Mesa Park Cemetery, East Palo Alto, Calif. Surviving are his parents, Joseph and Mercedell Torregano II of New Orleans; three brothers, Joseph Torregano III of New Orleans, Bernell of San Jose and Thomas of San Dimas, Calif. and three sisters, Eva Hattie of New Orleans and Annette and Mercedell, both of Los Angeles. Pensioner Spencer Thomas Wilson, 57, died at home in Kentwood, La. after a lengthy illness on Jan. 10. Brother Wilson joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York sailing as a chief electrician. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Seafarer Wilson was born in Osyka, Miss. Burial w~s in Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. Surviving are a son, Robert; his mother, Ruby Lee; a brother, Lowell, and three nieces, all of Kentwood. Great Lakes Pensioner Ernest Clyde Blue, 59, succumbed to lung failure in the West Shore Hospital, Manistee, Mich. on July 19. Brother Blue t joined the Union in the port of Elberta, Mich. in 1957 sailing as an AB for the Ann Arbor (Mich.) Railroad Carferries. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World ' War II. Laker Blue was born in Arcadia, Mich. and was a resident there. Burial was in the Gilmore Twsp. (Mich.) Cemetery. Surviving is a daughter, Bertha Nelson of Arcadia. Pensioner John Francis Dunlap Sr., 70, passed away in the Ashland (Wis.) Medical Center on May 30. Brother Dunlap joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as an AB for the Reiss Steamship Co. He was born in Ashland and was a re ident there. Cremation took place in the Park Hill Cemetery Crematory, Duluth, Minn. Surviving are his widow, Jean; two sons, John Jr. and Tim, and three daughters, Mary Helen, Judie and Terese. Atlantic Fishermen Pensioner Edward Oliver Cormeir succumbed to cancer in St. Luke's Hospital, New Bedford, Mass. on July 9. Brother Cormier joined the SIUmerged Atlantic Fishermen's Union in 1938 in the port of Gloucester, Mass. sailing as a chief engineer. He was born in Rumford, Maine and was a resident of New Bedford. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Bedford. Surviving is his widow, Gladys. -I �Diaes1 of Shllps Nee111nas I -- AMERICAN EAGLE (Pacific Gulf Marine), August 5-Chairman T.R. McDuffie; Secretary H.L. Durham; Educational Director Kin Linan. No disputed OT. There is $250 in the ship's fund . This voyage will take in two ports, Rotterdam and Bremerhaven; then back to Charleston, S.C. for payoff. Everything is running smoothly, and the crewmembers are a great bunch, according to the bosun. "There should be more like them. " Everyone seemed to enjoy the steak, chicken and spare ribs at the recent cookout. The American Eagle is a good feeder, and a vote of thanks went to the steward department for a job well done. Next port of payoff: Charleston, S.C. LNG AQUARIUS (Energy Transportation Corp.), August &-Chairman Glenn D. Miller; Secretary Jim Varela; Educational Director John Fedesovich. No beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $190 in the ship's fund . After leaving Osaka, Japan, the ship was diverted to Nagasaki for repairs. The bosun discussed the importance of voting in this year's presidential elections-either at the polls or by absentee ballot. He noted that the present administration has done nothing for the maritime industry, "so as a union man, I suggest you cast your vote wisely." Two shipboard elections were held. Joe Murrison was elected deck delegate and Jim Varela was elected secretary. A new compressor is needed tor the 02 level water cooler which is not working . The galley machine is also inoperative. And the air conditioning system should be checked in the deck department and in the weightlifting room. BEAVER STATE (Apex Marine) , July 1&-Chairman G. Mattiolli ; Secretary F. Costango; Educational Director M. Coyle; Deck Delegate G. White; Engine Delegate M.D. Levan; Steward Delegate L. Gracia. No disputed OT. There is $30 in the ship's fund. On June 30, Pumpman R.D. Hannon was burned while making repairs in the pumproom. He was evacuated to the Verde Islands on July 1. A telex was sent to headquarters and to the New Orleans port agent with regard to Brother Hannon, whose home port is New Orleans. On July 3 a response was received from Vice President "Red" Campbell stating that Hannon would be repatriated from the hospital in the Verde Islands. The subject of burning and welding on vessels will be taken up with the boarding patrolman at payoff. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Eagle Point, N.J. U.S.N.S. CAPELLA (MSC Sealand), July 20-Chairman Luther J. Tate; Secretary George W. Luke; Educational Director E.A. Richardson. No beefs or disputed OT were reported in any of the departments. The bosun noted that the crewmembers do not yet know under which contract they are working, but the patrolman will explain it to them when he comes aboard. The ship is due to pay off on Saturday, July 21, as soon as the captain is able to get the payroll in order. A -suggestion was made that shipping cards be dated by working days, not calendar days. This would give each member more shipping time 44 / LUl..::I / ;)t::JJlt::I I I Ut::1 I .:JV-. OGDEN HUDSON (Ogden Marine), July 19-Chairman J.D. Foster; Secretary G.E. Sinkes; Educational Director T.G. Clark; Engine Delegate H. Smith Jr. No disputed OT. Communications were received and posted regarding the crews conferences held at on his card. Another suggestion wa : "We of the Jacksonville Union hall feel that transportation should be furnished to and from the clinic. Also that the swimming pool at the hall be open to all members or that the pool be filled and closed for good." A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. COMANCHE (American Bulk Carriers), July 22-Chairman Abdulla Mohsin; Secretary W.H. Deskins; Deck Delegate Gilbert Paul Hunter; Steward Delegate Donald C. Spangler. No disputed OT reported . The ship was running two men short for part of this voyage. One man quit the ship in Rota, Spain. This caused a hardship on the rest of the crew who felt it should be brought to the attention of Vice President "Red" Campbell. Another man missed the ship in Greece. He is expected to rejoin in France. Orders from the captain are that all spirits are to be locked up. In this way he hopes to cut down on alcohol abuse. A suggestion was made that the Union look into the dental benefits and perhaps upgrade them. LNG LEO (Energy Transportation Corp.), July 14--Chairman Charles A. Boyle; Secretary Henry Jones Jr.; Educational Director W. Kimbrough; _Steward Delegate Roger Gary Griswold. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $36 in the ship's fund and $97.65 in the communication 's fund. Everything is running smoothly. The minutes ... of the last meeting were read and accepted, and an election was held for the new ship's committee. Also, a letter from headquarters was received pertaining to the items that went into effect on June 16. The letter ·was discussed and then posted . The bosun discussed several other items including proper dress in the dining room and the importance of upgrading at Piney Point. He thanked all members for not playing radios and tapes too loudly. The educational director reported that the ship is increasing its supply of movies. He thanked all those people who sent films to the ship, and noted that the Pac-Man machine is working again. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the pool parties and great meals. Next port: Tobata, Japan. Piney Poin . The bosun reported that patrolmen were called aboard in Baytown, Texas to settle a complaint between the engine officer and the QMED. Things were brought under control. The secretary came aboard on June 20. To his knowledge there is no ship's fund. There is, however, a movie fund which is being taken care of by the 2nd mate. Anyone desiring a specific movie should notify him and he will see if he can obtain it. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job very well done. The steward , in turn, voiced his appreciation. " I personally want to thank the entire crew for making my job a piece of cake. They all don't come this easy. Thanks again, shipmates." Next port: Charleston, S.C. OGDEN MISSOURI (Ogden Marine), July 8-Chairman Donald D. Fleming; Secretary A.W. Hutcherson; Educational Director C. Clausen. No disputed OT or beefs. The voyage has been a smooth one, according to the bosun. He reminded members that now is the time to upgrade. The secretary echoed his thoughts by suggesting that all who have not been to Piney Point lately should take the time to visit anct see what progress the Union is making to help educate its members. He also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD. It really helps our lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill to help bring about legislation that is beneficial to the maritime industry. Everyone was asked to pitch in and help keep the ship clean . One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Alexandria, Egypt; then on to Baltimore, Md. for payoff in August. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON (Maritime Overseas), July 22-Chairman John Moss; Secretary Royce D. Bozeman; Educational Director H.S. Butler; Deck Delegate J. Cross; Steward Delegate Lynn J. McGivens. No disputed OT. There is now $52.20 in the ship's fund. This money is to be used only for Union business, not for sending flowers, cards, etc. The steward/baker, Jessie B. Natividad, had to leave the ship in Empire, La. due to injuries. His replacement, Recertified Steward Royce D. Bozeman, is now onboard. All members were encouraged to upgrade at Piney Point. They were also reminded of the importance of contributing to SPAD. Most members don't realize what SPAD does for them-it's job security. The can opener in the galley has been broken for about three months, and there has been some difficulty in getting a new one. The stew~rd will talk to the captain about this problem, because trying to open cans with a knife is very dangerous. Most other repairs have been made. PATRIOT (Ocean Carriers), July 14--Chairman Charles D'Amico; Secretary Frank Nigro; Educational Director Dave Guajardo; Engine Delegate T.E. Harris. There is $36 in the ship's fund. The bosun explained the new contract and said that additional information will be given by the patrolman when the ship returns to the States. Members were reminded to take vantage of the educational opportunities available at Piney Point and of the importance of donating to SPAD. The Patriot is running with only a four-man steward department, and the captain has stated that there is to be no OTall regular work. This will be taken up with the boarding patrolman. Otherwise, everything seems to be going along quite well. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for their fine work. Next port: Everglades, Fla. PUERTO RICO (Puerto Rico Marine), July 15-Chairman Manuel Silva; Secretary Jose R. Cells; Educational Director H. Lomas; Deck Delegate L. Perez; Engine Delegate John Hall Jr.; Steward Delegate R. Cosme. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck department. The bosun reminded all crewmembers of the importance of donating to SPAD at payoff. He then thanked the deck department for helping him carry out his job. The secretary asked that any complaints or beefs with the steward department be brought directly to him. He will be more than glad to help. A suggestion was made that the bosun check with the patrolman about not having enough deck department people to handle the steward's stores. The steward department was given a vote of thanks for the good food and services. Next port of payoff: San Juan, P."R. SAM HOUSTON (Waterman Steamship Co.), July 22-Chairman George Burch ; Secretary Joseph Moody. The engine department reported a few disputed OT hours. There is $153.51 in the ship's fund. Communications were received and posted regarding the new shipping rules: 180 �Di9es1 of Ship$ Nee1inas days for "A" book members and 120 days for "B" book members. Everything is running smoothly aboard the Sam Houston as she starts a new voyage from New York to Norfolk, Va. and New Orleans, La. SANTA ROSA (Delta Steamship Line), July 17-Chairman A.E. Weaver; Secretary W. Lovett. Some disputed OT (port time) was reported in the engine department Each department was one man deck department, one AB was dismissed in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Also dismissed in Guayaquil was the cook and the baker from the steward department. In the engine department, one man was taken off shi~ due accident. The chairman reported that a new contract has been obtained. It ill mean that all "A" book members can stay aboard ship for six months ; all "B" book members can stay for 120 days. The repair list inclu one antenna to be fixed and the need for a new water cooler in the crew's mess/ rec room passageway. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. One minute of silence was stood in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Heading back to New Jersey for payoff. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service) , July 15--Chairman Joseph San Felippo; Secretary Ceasar F. Blanco; Educational Director Gerald Van Epps; Deck Delegate Eli W. Kralich; Engine Delegate Robert Torrez ; Steward Delegate Jack Wong . No disputed OT was reported. Ther-e is $5.12 in the ship's fund. The bosun posted reports that he brought with him to the ship from the San Francisco hall (which were unfortunately removed by someone), but the gist of it was: there is no increase in wages until, perhaps, next year. "A" books will now work 180 days and "B" books will work 120 days. Permanent ratings (bosun, electrician, steward) will work 120 days on and 60 days off. Next ports: Long Beach and Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), July 1-Chairman S. Frank Jr.; Secretary George W. Gibbons; Educational Director C.R. Langford; Engine Delegate Rafael Matos. No disputed OT. The bosun re- ported that the ship will be in Elizabeth, N.J. on July 5. Some men will be getting off due to the new Union rules, and a relief chief steward will come aboard for 60 days. The educational director stressed the importance of upgrading at Piney Point and of donating to SPAD. Safety films were shown at the safety meeting, and a discussion was held about the best ways to keep the recreation room chairs and sofas clean. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department. Next port: Halifax, N.S.; then back to Elizabeth, N.J. for payoff. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (SeaLand Service), July 22-Chairman Margarito Degollado; Secretary Milton Phelps; Educational Director H. Stegall; Deck Delegate Francisco Latorre ; Engine Delegate Thomas Koubek; Steward Delegate Robert Adams. No beefs or disputed OT reported. During the last trip, the bosun declined the ship's chairman position. An election was held and the baker, M. Degollado, was elected to that position . The chairman then reported on the new Union rules-"A" book members can stay aboard for six months, all "B'' book members for 120 days. He also said that he spoke to the chief mate about having the cassette player repaired or replaced. The chief mate informed him that the crew may have to pay for the repair. This matter will be brought to the attention of the Union upon arrival in Port Everglades, Fla. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Heading out to Houston, Texas, New Orleans, La. and Jacksonville, Fla. SEA-LAND VENTURE (Sea-Land Service), July 15-Chairman Leticia Perales; Secretary Robert F. Frazier; Educational Director Hugh Wells; Deck Delegate Herb Minick; Engine Delegate Edgar Young; Steward Delegate Lonnie Gamble. Some disputed OT was reported in the steward department. There is now $35 in the ship's fund. Leticia Perales, chief cook aboard the Sea-Land Venture was recently elected to take over the duties of ship's chairperson. She is the first woman SIU member to have this honor. Perales reported that this was a new experience for her and that she would do her best to perform the job satisfactorily. The secretary stressed the importance of donating to SPAD, especially in this crucial election year. He also noted that upgrading forms are available onboard for anyone interested in taking advantage of the Union's educational programs. There is talk that the ship will lay up on the next trip to Europe for needed shipyard repairs. No information is available as yet on whether the crew will stay with the ship or be laid off. Many crewmembers are badly in need of new mattresses and pillows. There are also some problems with the ice machine, the washer/dryer, the galley range and the dishwasher. These will be taken up with the patrolman at payoff. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a fine job. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next ports will be Port Everglades, Fla., Houston, Texas and New Orleans, La. SENATOR (Coordinated Caribbean Transport), August 12-Chairman D.L. Mccorvey; Secretary David W. Velandra; Educational Director John Penrose; Deck Delegate Bobby J. Butts; Steward Delegate John Ward. Some disputed OT was still reported in the deck department -left over from the last trip. Very little money was left in the movie fund, and if there is no pool this trip, all members will be asked to donate $7 for the extra movies. The bosun reported that he just came back from vacation and everything seems to be running smoothly. He noted that there would be a payoff this trip and a patrolman would be present. He said he realized this ship was running short, but that all crewmembers were to put their best efforts forward. After all , "some jobs are better than no jobs. " The steward reminded crewmembers to upgrade at Piney Point. He suggested they take the crane handling course or upgrade their QMED papers. "The more trained men we have, the better chance we have of getting jobs." The bosun asked that all deck and engine members leave their doors unlocked or give the key to the wiper so that he can clean their rooms (either that or clean the rooms themselves). Inspections will be made, and the rooms had better be cleaned. The steward thanked the men for keeping the pantry and messhall clean. They have done a good job. Next ports include Aruba (Netherlands Antilles), Puerto Cabello, Venezuela and LaGuaira, Venezuela. Then back to Miami, Fla. for payoff. --------------Official ships minutes were also received from the following vessels: AMERICAN HERITAGE LNG ARIES AURORA BAY RIDGE CAGUAS DELTA SUD LNG CAPRICORN COURIER COVE LIBERTY COVE NAVIGATOR FALCON COUNTESS LNG GEMINI GOLDEN MONARCH LONG BEACH MASSACHUSETTS OGDEN LEADER OGDEN WABASH OVERSEAS ALICE OVERSEAS OHIO PANAMA PONCE SAi T LOUIS SAN JUAN SANTA PAULA SEA-LANO ADVENTURER SEA-LAND DEVELOPER SEA-LANO EXPLORER SEA-LAND EXPRESS SEA-LANO LEADER SEA-LAND LIBERATOR SEA-LAND PIONEER SEA-LAND VOYAGER STONEWALL JACKSON LNG VIRGO WALTER RICE Monthly Me1nbership Meetings Port Date Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters New York ... . . . ... . .. . .... Tuesday , October 9 ..... . ... . ... . ...... 2:30 p.m. Philadelphia .. . . . . . . . .. .... Tuesday, October 9 . . ....... . . .. ..... . . 2: 30 p.m. Baltimore . ........ . . . ..... Wednesday , October IO ................. 2:30 p.m. Norfolk ........ . . .... . .. .. Thursday , October 11 .. . ................ 9:30 a.m. Jacksonville ... . .. .. . .. . . . . Thursday , October 11 ....... . .. . ... ... . . 2:00 p.m. Algonac ..... . .... . ..... .. . Friday, October 12 ..... . . ... ........... 2:30 p.m. Houston .. ..... ....... .. .. . Monday , October 15 . .. ..... .. ... .. . ... . . 2:30 p.m. New Orleans . . .. .. . ... .. .. Tuesday, October 16 ......... ... .. . . . .. 2:30 p.m. Mobile . ... .. . . .. .. . . . . . ... Wednesday , October 17 . . .. .. . . . .... .. . . 2:30 p.m. San Francisco . .. . ... . . . . . . Thursday , October 18 . . .. . ... . . . ... . . .. . 2:30 p.m. Wilmington .... ... . . . . . . .. . Monday , October 22 .. .. . . . . . ... . ... .. . . 2:30 p.m. Seattle ... .. . . .. . .... . ... .. Friday, October 26 .. . ..... . .. ... ..... . . 2:30 p.m. Piney Point . .... . .......... Friday, October 12 .... . . .... .. . .. . . ... . 3:00 p.m. San Juan .. ... . . . . .. . . . .... Thursday, October 11 ....... . ....... ... . 2:30 p.m. St. Louis . ... ... . . .. . . ... . . Friday, October 19 ...... . . .. .. . .. . .. ... 2:30 p.m. Honolulu . ... . ....... . .. . . . Thursday, October 11 . . .. .. .. ........... 2:30 p.m. Duluth ....... ..... .. . ... . . Wednesday , October 16 . . .. .. .. .. . . . ... . 2:30 p .m. Gloucester . . .. . . . .. . . .... . . Tuesday , October 23 . . ...... . ........ .. 2:30 p.m. Jersey City . ............... Wednesday , October 24 ....... .. .... ... . 2:30 p.m. September 1984 / LOG / 45 �[ The following letter was written to Capt. Mcconaghy of the 88 Transcolorado (Hudson Waterways Gorp.) from Commodore A.G.A. Sigmond (USN) who was convoy commodore on the vessel during the recent "Distant Hammer 84" exercise in the Mediterranean involving U.S., British and Italian military forces.] Letters To The Editor 'A Rewarding Experience . . . ' 'Respect for Leadership ... ' During the construction and after the completion of the Frank Drozak Building and the Seafarers Training and Recreation Center, there was all sorts of criticism about the spending of Union funds for constructing these buildings. From what I ,... gather, these members seem to think that the monies used could have been spent elsewhere. To my fellow seamen who lack the wisdom and foresight ... the Frank Drozak Building facilitates evezy aspect that is essential to the survival of our Union. In addition, it allows us to fulfill our obligations to our affiliate unions. As for the Seafarers hotel: I cannot see how the membership ... can complain about living arrangements that far surpass what we had to endure in the past in the way of upgrading accommodations. With leadership ( mind you, "elected" leadership) comes a duty of responsibility and of being responsible to the membership. The membership, it would seem, should lend their moral support, cooperation and respect to the decisions that are made by our elected officials on behalf of the general membership. And as for you brothers who have "mind altering substances" for brains . .. I'd like to think that I'm showing fraternity when I suggest to you to introspect your position in the SIU ( and don't be too hasty). Because for a good number of you, had it not been for being a part of this Union, you would be in prison, stuck on a street corner, living in a bottle, on pills or strung out on dope. No doubt you would be in a poor state of being. We as members should learn to respect our leadership, because it was the majority vote that elected our officials to r epresent you and me .... Robert S. Pressley Baltimore, Md. PMA Shipping Scene SHIPPED SAN FRANCISCO Class "A"....................... Class "B"..... . ................. Class "C" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Relief........................... 71 8 1 1 26 4 0 1 Grand Total (All Groups). . . . . . . . . . 80 31 Class "A"........ . .......... . ... Class "B"........ . ...... .. ...... Class "C" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2 0 0 0 Grand Total (All Groups). . . . . . . . . . 9 4 Class ''A'' . ...................... Class "B"....................... Class "C" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Relief........................... 27 4 2 2 7 Grand Total (All Groups).......... 33 8 Class "A"....................... Class "B"....................... Class "C". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 0 2 2 Grand Total (All Groups). . . . . . . . . . 1 WILMINGTON 4 SEATTLE 0 1 0 HONOLULU 46 I LOG I September 1984 Sincerely yours, A.C.A. Sigmond Convoy Commodore Captain, USN (B.et) '~om Sadness to Gladness . .. ' I was saddened to hear of the death of "Red" Morris. May he rest in peace. But then my sadness turned to gladness to see that Francis Thomas Moen and Daniel Joseph Cherey had been pensioned. No more "turning to" for "all hands" for them. They were undoubtedly two of my best shipmate~ in my days at sea. I have never seen such an effort, nationwide, to break th e unions. I'm sure that when their strength is re-established, it will be because of SIU's pioneering in keeping their demands moderate in respect to wages and tops in conditions for those who serve aboard their ships. Clarence L. Cousins C-S9 Butler, Pa. August 1984 REGISTERED I would like to express my appreciation and that of my staff for the hospitality, professionalism and enthusiasm demonstrated by you and your crew in responding to the requirements of Distant Hammer 84. Your ability to assimilate the requirements of the new publications and to insure that your watch officers were able to respond in the appropriate professional manner to all convoy situations was outstanding. Particularly commendable was the enthusiasm of your watch officers, not only in learning and carzying out their new responsibilities, but in the manner that they eagerly sought to educate the staff watch officers in the operation of merchant marine equipment and in the realities of merchant marine operation. The consideration and hospitality provided to all members of the staff can only be considered to be outstanding. The vezy comfortable and well maintained living spaces were noteworthy, particularly for an older ship such as S.S. Transcolorado. The meals were truly first class. - On a personal note, the staff and I sincerely enjoyed the opportunity to meet and work with you and your crew. This exercise has proven to be both professionally and personally extremely rewarding, and I would like to express the sincere gratitude of both my staff and myself for the manner in which you made this possible. 0 4 'A Union Man Forever ' • • • I know many seamen in the area of Mobile, Ala. remember George Gill and his concern with the Union. George Gill was born and raised in Trinidad. He came to the United States as a merchant seaman back in World War II. There was nothing more that he appreciated than the SIU. George Gill talked to his wife a lot about the Union, so when he died on Februazy 24, 1984, his wife wanted something on his headstone about his Union, which he loved so much. She went to the Bradley Enterprises in Fairhope, Ala. to get his headstone made . .. [ Bradley Enterprises is owned by GEORGE LEONAR IJ a member of the SIU, Joe Bradley.] Joe took an emblem of the SIU button and engraved it t ,~ FE.tL. on the headstone which is vezy beautiful. i9B4 • As the people see it, they know what kind of Union man George Gill was. i GILL 24, J Edward Kelly Theodore, Ala. �Help . Editorial New Merchant Marine Study: Old Problems Once again another government report has been issued on the state of the merchant marine. And once again it says the state of the merchant marine is bad and unless something is done, it will get worse. So what else is new? But, maybe this report will be paid a bit more attention. It was prepared by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). That organization is non-partisan and not beholden to any segment of the maritime industry. Further, the CBO is not allowed to make specific recommendations, just supply options and solutions. The CBO report says that if American maritime capabilities are to be increased-the stated goal of the administration and the maritime industry-one of three options must be taken: direct payment subsidies and/or indirect tax and financing support; reserve certain cargoes for U.S. ships, or procure and operate · · ernment purchase. While the SIU and other maritime groups could go along with the intent of those options, there is one major problem. The Reagan administration has been opposed to all of those ideas since it took office. It has been great on what it doesn't want to do, but the administration has been weak, if not downright hostile, on any programs that could have a positive effect on the merchant manne. Listen to the CBO report. ''Government support of maritime affairs, which began in the pre-Revolutionary era, has been motivated by two mutually reinforcing concerns: commercial advantage and national security. Throughout this long history, America's maritime industries have experienced periods of both great expansion and severe contraction. Today, these ind·ustries are in decline again.'' The report cites the facts. U.S. ships car y only 6 percent of the nation's cargo. Government policy since the 1920 Merchant Marine Act, which has been reaffirmed time and time again, is that the nation must have a modern, efficient fleet for two reasons: commercial advantage and national defense. Today's U .S.-flag fleet cannot meet its military obligation. That is not according to the CBO or the SIU. The nation's current military planners say that. '' Sealift is a fundamental part of the U.S. national security posture," the report says. But American sealift is inadequate. It is simple. There are not enough U.S.-flag, U.S.crewed ships available to transport troops and supplies. There are fewer ships today than when Reagan took office with a promise to revitalize the U.S. merchant marine. There will be fewer ships tomorrow if something isn't done. The CBO report does something most others haven't. It puts a price tag on the improvement of the merchant marine. Currently, various support programs cost the government about $1 billion a year. To bring the fleet to proper standards for national defense would cost about $1 to $4 billion more using one of the three suggestions from the CBO. That sounds like a lot of money in a time of record budget deficits. Look again. "In a very real sense, the billions of dollars that the United States spends on general purpose combat and support forces are predicted upon the presumption that these forces can be transported into combat,'' according to the report. An army may travel on its stomach once it gets into combat, but something has to transport that force. If you can't move it, why have it? ~ It would seem that a president who professes such concern about the nation's military might would also be concerned about moving that military. Maybe the CBO study will open some eyes and ears. Maybe not. But one thing for sure, we do not need more studies and reports. The facts are obvious. The U.S. merchant marine needs help. It is time for somebody to put their money where their mouth lS. Ex-AFL-CIO VP, IBEW Official . Joseph Keenan Dead at 87 Vote Nov. 6 As if Your Job And Your Union Depended on It A good friend of the SIU, former AFL-CIO Executive Council VP and retired secretary of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Joseph Keenan, 87, died on July 22 in Washington, D.C. Brother Keenan, who retired in 1976, was elected to the AFLCIO's Executive Council as a vice president in 1955 and was president of the Federation's Union Label & Service Trades Department from 1975 to 1979. Before that, in 1948, he was director of the American Federation of Labor's (AFL) Labor League for Political Education laying the groundwork for the later AFL-CIO's COPE. From 1951 to 1954, he was secretary of the AFL'-s Building & Construction Trades Department. John F. "Jack" Henning, executive secretary-treasurer of the California Labor Federation, said, "Joe was involved in some of labor's great actions: the radical days of the Chicago Central Labor Council, prominent gov- Joe Keenan ernment service to U.S. unions and the nation in World War II, the founding and leadership of the AFL' s first official political action body, the Truman victorx., of 1948 and years of service with his international and the AFLCI O Executive Council. Joe's commitment to labor was as complete as his personal integrity." September 1984 / LOG / 47 .. �~PAD I) 1gE 11lKET 'TO YOUR FllTURE JOB ~ECURITY � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1984 Description An account of the resource Headlines: AFL-CIO BACKS SIU FIGHT FOR LICENSED BARGAINING SIU-PMA SIGN NEW 3-YEAR PACT, WIN WELFARE GAINS $200M SHIPYARD BILL WINS HOUSE FIGHT; AFL-CIO TOSSES OUT ILA CHARGES AGAINST SIU FISH EXPORT BILL COULD MEAN JOBS TOWBOAT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AWARDS DECK/ENGINE UPGRADING GRANTS TO 14 SIU TUG & BARGE MEMBERS GLT & D PENSION PLAN ONBOARD THE OVERSEAS WASHINGTON SIU BRINGS EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO THE MEMBERS COLLEGE COURSES OFFERED THROUGH SHLSS SHLSS INSTRUCTOR EGLINGTON WRITES ENGINE ROOM BOOK SEAFARER SEES THE WORLD ON A WING WITH A PRAYER GLAMO 2-YEAR CONTRACT SIGNED AND RATIFIED SIU CAMPAIGN TAKES ROOT IN POLITICAL TURF GRASSROOTS IN THE NEWS NEW ORLEANS HALL COMPLETES RENOVATIONS HYPERTENSION: INCURABLE BUT CONTROLLABLE ARE YOU MISSING IMPORTANT MAIL? 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El l!QiiJil Ollldal PuMtcatloa of t1ae ......._. lldelaatleaal Ualoa •Atlantlc, � Lallel.and lala.. W.._. DllUtGt • AFJ..CIO Vol. 47 Mo. 9 ...._._ 1985 More Jobs As SIU Set To Crew 4 New SL-7s e eafarers Ca e rgAb1e Ce er o Open "There is no question that drug abuse is a serious problem in virtually every segment of our society. Our concern is with the well-being of our members. That is why we are setting up this program. ' Frank Drozak See Inside: SIU Backs New Passenger Ship Bill Page 3 Pension "Buy-Out" Plan Offered Page Sonat Battle ConUnues Page 3 New Bedford's Fishermen Celebrate Fleet's Blessing 4 Page 7 Cerebral Palsy: One Girl's Fight Page 10 News from the Lundeberg School Pages 11-13 A SIU esta de vosta em New Bedford Pagina 17 New Claims Service Added; Cranford Is Claims Director Page 20 The Tina & Vina (above) was one of 42 fishing boats to take part in the annual Blessing of the Fleet in .New Bedford, �. The SIU h&S organized dozens of fishing boats in New Bedford recently. See pages 15-18 for more pk:tures and stories in English and Portuguese. �. President's Report by Frank Drozak ·. Despite Troubles, Union Continues·· To Serve You You've heard it hundreds of times and I've said it just as There are serious prob­ often. · lems in the U.S. maritime in­ dustry. We know what most. of the problems stem from; lack of cargo, lack of a national mari­ time policy, lack of government support, lack of' 'fair trade'' and many other specific issues. But I don't want to spend my time this month on the serious problems we all face. I want to point out some of the. things your Union is doing for you, despite the problems in the in­ dustry. Some people have a ten­ dency to bitch and moan, even when their problems may not be as serious as tbey think, even ;Whe'tt'theY mafi�bave ome ad� vantages over other people. JOBS Even though every year, even every month, U.S.-flag ships are disappearing from the oceans, the SIU has put Seafarers to work on 42 new ships in the last year. That's 800 to 875 jobs that were not there before. These 42 ships are military suppbrt ships and some people don't like them for various reasons. But there is something to re­ member, they are jobs, and not several months I.have made the administration of the Plans a top priority. Your UniOn owes you a first-rate progtain. Tom Cran­ . ·ford, who has been with the SIU since 1960, has been ap­ pointed Claims Administrator. All of us who are associated with the Plans know that there have been some problems dur­ ing the past year or so, espe. · eially in the payment.of Claims. While there are some valid rea­ sons, I know yoii are more con­ cerned with results tharr ex:.;· cuses. Right now it takes an average of more than 40 days to process a claim. But with the new serv­ iees we are installing for the thing about it. That resulted in the birth the Seafarers Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center· (ARC). Sh1ce that time hundreds of Sea­ farers have helped themselves back to sobriety and to a pro� ' ductive life. Alcoholism remains a major problem in our society and in this Union. But just like the rest of society, drug abuse is in­ creasing a.nd is ruining lives f<)r some Seafarers and their faniilies. . . That is why I am pleased t() tell you that beginning Jan. 1, the SIU will offer a new. drag abuse counseling program in conjunction with the ARC (see page 2). In other words, if you · too damn bad jobs either. I want each Seafarer to think about · throwing in for these job-s. You will make a decent wage, you will get seatime, you will qualify for benefits, you will move up in seajority, and you will help your Union out. We have a commitment to the niilitary we must fulfill. We have promised them that the SIU can and will . provide trained and competent crews for these ships. If we don't make our commitment, we could lose some Welfare Plans, we hope . tp be have a problem and want to do of those jobs. There are not able to cut that time in half, or something about it, you will have enough jobs around to be able .. even le s� · Bet ween the : new ··.·.·the opp<>rttinity to beco me drug . · . . ' . . " · .. to afford to tos even one· away. benefit application t e form h . In the face of all the problem . new toU.:.fre e telephone servic �bout .that term "drug . e, in this industry, your Union. has free.'' Wb:at does it 01ean? Drug . : ··• the expanded hou,rs ofthe Claims helped to put almost l ,000 SIU Department, the �oritinuing free Ill. earis yori ·are not putting members to work onboard ships. . computerization of the depart- · y(}uilife or your shipmates' lives · Remember that. on the line every time you work ment and Cranford's experiwired or stoned. Drug free means ence, I expect to have the best .. Claims Department around. We you're not putting your wages up your nose, or your job at risk owe that to you� (the·Coast Guard wants to test seamen for drug use, and most Unlike most other unions or military jobs requrre mandatory companies, theSIU administers drug testing.) Drug free means its own·health insurance plans,. . you 're.not cheating yourself out the· Seafarers Welfare Plan. of. your life · and careeL. Drug ·there:are Il)�tJ,y.re��n§foithis. free means you're not robbing Ten years ago the SIU and The · most important of these .your.family ai:ld friends of your".' its president Paul - Hall recog­ reasons is to put service to our . self. yOU owe it to them. yOU nized a serious problem for Sea­ membership first. . farers and decided to do some. owe it to yourself. That is why during the . past ' " I want , .,:· tti ffoint outto. you some ofthe things your Union. is . doing for-you; despite problems in this industry. · · · · 'Tiunk. . WELFARE. NEWD�UG CL.INIC · Olfldal Publlcatidn of the Seafarers International Union ol America, Allantie, Gull, lakes and. Inland Waters Dblrict, AFL-CIO Sept 1985 Vol. 47. No. 9 North Executive Board Frank Drozak President Joe DIGlorglo Secretary Angus "Red'� Campbell · Vice President . Charles .Svenson · · · I;ditor Ed Turner Executive Mike 8acco Vice President . Vice President George McCartney Joe 8acco · Leon Hall . Vice President Vice PreSident Vice President · Roy A llercer Vice ·President Mike Hall· D..v Bowdlua ASSfstant E� . ·. .. . 2 I LOG I September 1985 Managing.· Editor•·· .. . Max Haff . . Asslsttio tEd!tOr . . · · �=:t8'oofus • · Deborah Gteene Assistant Editor . . . . 0100:.2047) : ' is published monthly by Seafare�.. International Union, Atlantic, Gutt, The LOG: (ISSN Tel .. �99La� and Inland Waters 01stri�. Afl-CIO, 5201. Auth Way; Canip Springs , Md. and at additional 0675. Second-class POStage paid at M.S.C. Pnnce Georges; Md. offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, mail Auth Way, Camp Springs, . . . . · Md. . �746. . . 20790-9998 5201 20746, �·Facilities Will Be SIU Will Located at Piney Point OjJen Drug Rehab Center opened 10 years ago,- nearly every A comprehensive Drug Rehabilitation program will begin Jan. 1, SIU · Seafarer admitted fro atcoholism treatPresident Frank Drozak annoi.mced at tilent had no hlstbry of any other the September membership meetings substance abu_se problem; according in all ports. to Rick Rersriian, director of the Cen_ ter. In announcing the new substance e abuse program, Drozak said it would "By 1982, 40 perc rit of all admisnot be mandatory, but that ''it is going sions to· our clinic showed a history to be available for any of our members of other substance abuse," Reisman who have a problem and want to do said. "Today, 70 percent of those who something about it." come in to the Center for alcoholic "There is no question," Drozak treatment are also hooked on - other said, "that drug abuse is a serious �gs," he said. -- .__ . -• problem in virtually every segment of . Another al.arming statistic; accord� our society.'' ing to Rdsman,-�s th_aliii m�y ca�e$Drozak's assessment of the serious . of deatfls.frriin drug_:oveido es, a high and widespread growth of drug abuse level of alcohol i foun d Ui the bl6od is in accord with every survey taken ofthede�eased. by medical, Coast Guard and law eri� . Closet to home,. drug use evalua.: forc ement agencies Further, the tions are becoming more prevalent in tbe maritime industry. Seafare� growth of narcotics abuse. is documented at the Seafarer5 Alcoho c Rei for jobs-.on.•military sl1P., 7 -�throwin g_ n _ L,, �· _ . , _ " �· . _ . -' · · . . ... - li h�::ti�:ec�:��:� - :� ;��::��eii����=��' . opened in 1975, there has been a steady increase_ n i . the number of Seafarers coming in for alS(> chemically depeOO,�ilton other su�. er Coost - alcoholic rehabilita.fion w}lo are _ · stances.- · - _ · . •. Whe_n the SIU s Rehab Center ' ·· ��� _·. The· l>r� I - • , I 1·: "' �hlm -' . . - <:I - I . 1e&rning mor� �the new SubStance AbuSEJ Program: . : _w. ill be kept In the-strictest u� that.this. -req� confidence. 1 . . . . I &ni ihtel'8St8d in _I . . - - < . � · - - · I I - S.S. No. I (AptorBoxNo.) (Rating) (City). (5-1) J (ZIP}. I - (Book No.) I I I I L------... -------------------=-��------------� .: ., ;,,. · ·:. · suit' contend that bccatiSe tbC M C did ooi in cl ude provi 'on, for the �rv­ . .. .Four I · o deci ioo h · beenr�ached iitthe but the Navy voJuntarliy .• asked for new bid Qn the oceanogi:aphic and cable ships. . · . court ice Contract Act, the companies were able to set a very low wage structure . . . . - .. ''y . . and :underbid SIU-con_tracted firms. , · . ·. (StreetorRFD#)_ · . · Se�farers �ehabilitation Progr� �Pmey Pomt, Maryland. 20674 . t doc umentsorlicenses, and more and more industries are setting up in-plant other trades, for government contracts perf�rm�d .by private.. c.001panie�.. The · · - y >ve r perfi rmed in territorial United tate but many of the e hips pend 40 to 50 percent of their time in port or within the three-mile limit. for op­ . - . Earlier this year contracts erating oceanographic, cable and sea­ lift tanker ships were awarded to non­ SIU-contracted companies. The Union's chart­ ering almost two dozen hip the Navy asked for new bids on contracts covering 17 of those ships and several hundred jobs. . . The Service ContraCt Act puts a floor on wages and benefits somewhat like current prevailing wage laws in · r----------------------�---------------, __ - llPllKICU l . (Nam&-PLEASE PRINn ·· SlU filed a suit in U.S. Distri�t Court daiming the Sery­ . : : rt>r'a u� of 'ix weeks With up to 12 weeks drug screening programs. ' Shortly afte r the . ·\ availabie for those who may need additional help. The -SIU RehabilitatiOn Center has already begun assembling films, books and other materials, and is interview­ ing candidates for counselors, clinical nurse and clinical director. Although no dollar value can meas­ ure the worth of helping one individuaI overcome an addiCtion "which will cer� tail)l.Y crlppfo ifu<l v�cy_ possibly 'kin him, �b, i5inan pc)�teci out that treat111ent atany private' hospital or- insti­ tUtion would cost between $5 ,000 and . $18,000. Reisman said tha{ an overall pro­ gram is being developed which will be tailored to meet the individual needs of each member wbo coines to the Center,fQJ:" tr�atmeqt;;: ; • - oua:ro i .now·pushi:Dgfor .legislation ·wbfuh woUid ,require similar e valuations before issuing seamen's { · _ _ _ "Our concern is with the well-being of our members," Drozak said, "and that is why we are setting up this program." The attendance and rec­ ords of all Seafarers who come to the Center for help will be kept in strictest confidence," he said. ' . .. Jan. ,1 on case ·. hips Now on. -The first Maritime Prepositiorung Ship Squadron is now loaded and stationed in the Eastern Atlantic, the· Military Sealift Command announced. The ships contain most of the equipment needed to supply a 16,000 man Marine amphibious brigade. The ships in this force are PFC Eugene Obregon (flag-ship), Sgt. Matej Kocak, ancfLt.- John P. Bobo and the Major Stephen Pless. New Passenger Ship Bin Could Boost ·U.S. Fleet Another move to revive the Anter� _ ican-flag passenger ship id n ustry i s under way in the U.S. Senate. The SIU has thrown its support behind a bill which would allow U.S.-built, but_ currently fQreign�registered passenger ships back into the domestic trades. If the legislation is approved, the The Department of Transp<>rtation U.S. passeng er fleet, which provides commercia;t aild ri-lmt<!J'Y advantages' would i.Dcrease' "at :no cost to the government," Frarik Pecqtlex, �JU legislative director said. · Pecquex and others testified before the Senate's Merchant Marine Sub­ committee. He told the subcooioiittee · that on average one Qf _the passenger . ships would create more:than 500 sea . · faring jobs, plus additional jobs and ·· ec(}rto�c benefits on shore. . One of the. ships eligible under the provisionspf the bill is die SS Liberte owned �y'!\µterlcan Giobal Line Inc., the par�n.i . �QWP�Y: 'Of American­ Hawaii Ciuisesi, The hiberte is cur. rently saillng-·iin:a ·r::th�j>�arnanian . flag and will tie making cruises to. the South Pacific after the firsfiefth� ye ar, Conrad Everhard, ch.ail.man of- the . . -. .company said. : ·:: ·• . . t The bfu; S�l461, intr�duced by sen- .. Bu the firm has<pfans fo use.. the atots Daniel Inouye JD-Hawau) and . .. Liberte inthe Hawaii cruise trade lf-it Ted Stevens (R�Alaska), would open< is allowed t� re�flag the Liberte Amer a two-year w�dow for some 10 ships .. ican. 'That trade is protected byJhe which were built in U.S. yards but are Jones Act and reserved only for l,J.S,.., flag vessels. currently under a foreign flag. would support the bill if it was modi� 50 years old. He said the administra­ _ fied. in some areas; Garrett Brown, actirig �arad administrator, told tl\e suliomriiittee. BroWn - aid .that se:verat pf the v�s� sets eligible for re-ftagSirig under� the biiI are extremely old, one more than · _ . . tion would prefer provisions in the bill wmch would require the_ �hipyard work the vessels be done in the U.S.,_ that -the Ships be both commercially and militarily useful and that U.S.-fiag ships are not disadvantaged by any ne\'V'tnirles into.the domestic trade. ·on :1 :� ­ -" . - !. . l { _ _• . · ._ - . � · Sen. Daniel lnouye (D-Hawaii) aJ:ltl Sen. Ted :Stevens (R-Alaska) listen to_ testimony on a bill which could increase the number of u.s ftag passenger ships. The bill would allow Amerlcim-bullt but C1in'ebtly foreign-flagged ships back into the domestic trades. The SIU testified in support of the measure. •• · · " " September 1985 I LOG I 3 �., :.� Nevv·:Retirement Option "Buy Out�' Plans OK Pension In an effort to provide its,member­ At th e time of applying for this shipwith.attemative programs to plan . pension option, a. Seafarer must also for their retirements, the SIU this present a Certificate. of o®<i Uealth month announced. a new Pension "Buy f�pm his l)ersonaj physician or from a Out" plan which will be available to SlU Clliiic: The pen8ion application ·fonn must be·signed by' the Seafai:er;s eligible deep sea inenibets beginning Oct.' l, 1985. Eligibfo members will spouse.· have one year in which to apply for Unde.r this pensiot;i option, the Sea­ this Seafar�rs · Pensici.n '.option. ;The farer, hiS 's.,Q� and "epe. - dents will program will end Sept. 30, 1986.. not be �ntitled to· any· $eafar�rs Plans To be eligible for this new program, · medical co verage . a Seafarer must qualify under the Sea­ .The new. program ,was annouhced farers Plan rllles for Early Nonnal by SIU Pre sid ent Frank Droµk at the Pension, which means he timst have · September.· membership meetings in 20 years (7 ,300 days) seatime at �e · an J)Orts� Followmg his announce55 years; All of the seatime:must have been covered, un9er the Seafarers Pen- . ment, .the program was explained by sion Plan. . . . . Carolyn Gent�e, . Special Counsel foi the Seafarers Plans. U oder this new Lump Sum Payment �.-This. progrdm offers a new choic� Pension Plan, a Seafarerwolildbe able to choose to get a $100 a month pen­ to our members who may be looking for. other pension prbgrams to provide sion, and a lump sum· payment .that . for their retirement years,''· Gentile would be the actuarial equivalerit to said; the remainder of the benefits that the She listed several examples of how Seafarer would otherwise be entitled . to. the.program would work: :.1• 'h · . · , · · · · · . - · ,. trial Basis on a If a sean:ian qualifies fo,r. an . Early Nonnal PeitsiQll (20 years seatime, 55 years of age) of $45() per -month and he elects the new program, he wou1d rec�i�e a$100per month.pensiori.ben� efit for the rest of his life and a IUnip sum payment of $38,000. Let's assume that the seaman was 58 years of �ge �nd had 20 years of seatime under his· Pension Plan. This . seaman,if he electedthe new program, would get $100per month for.the rest . of his life and a lump sum payment of ·. . .&l)proxitnately $36,000. . . If a 5·9�year�old.seaJI1aD quatifi.ed for not only .the farrly Nonnat. Pension but also increments iilld a supplement, the.benefit that he would 're,'7ive would be ,greater. For. example, if he was tQr,ece!x,e:tl;l�l)asic be�efit. and f'our��tjcf.elti�Ats., .•lie w9w4A��t $5� per nionth under the ext:Sting Platt,,. :U: such an individual . elected the ri�w pension program he would receive $100 pet montb for the rest of his life as well as a lump sum payment, of .·-·. . . ._ �IiSib�e Agents Joe Air, Steve .Troy · .· Retire, Worked,>,4··'.E>eca·des - · approximately $46,106, This. . h1divid­ ual woUid also be eligible for a pen sion supplemeµt of $6,600 which w0uld bring his total to $52,706� Applications for the· new• program are available. at the Se�arers Plans office, and will· be available. in the ports beginnin� Oct. L Ms. .Gentile explained thatthe Se . a­ farers Pla11s trustees decidedto open the program on a one-year triat for deep sea me�bers in order to deter-' .mine what kind of response it would get. Depending up()n the response,the program may be extended and ex� panded, she said., · _ * . * * If you have any ques�ions about this· program, contact: CaI;ol� Gentile, Special Counsel : - Seafarers Plans 675 Fourth.Ave.· , Broo�yn, N.Y. 11232 ':- I ' . Phone:· (718) 499:6600 ' ' " .. Former .Philadelphia Port /Agent · Robert "Joe" N. Air, 59 and Seattle Port Agent Steve P. Troy Sr., 58, have retired. sailing when he was 17; He joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York , ':f � i Brother Air joined the SIU in 1949 in the. po� of N�w York sailing :a " mian trike. He 0e<:ani1e N. Y :joint He hif the pric;ks on the 1961 Greater N;Y•. flat�·, beef. In J963hebecame· ... .· . � ': .. Joe Air is a ·�) .. .. , . . . · ··,,:: . . · · .. . Former Philadelphia Port Agent Joe Air (Jeft) helps rend cook Eclwlllid Thlst �r� Cookaur. ·· . ' " ·- : ;. ·,: :: Washington� D.,C .. ;. · . .. Afso e�i�r, he was a SIU: rep in . the I>orts of'Houston and New York, serviilg in the port of Sari Francisco from 1975 to i979. Th�t year tie became Seaitle j,Qrt ageil(. • Troy is a�eteran.of the U.S. Navy in World Wif IIX lie is a resident of Alameda, Ca]if. One of his two sons is Seafarer Sieve P. Troy Jr: · veteran of the U.S. Seattle l'Oit agent Stkv� Tr�y began t ' 1967, . . · Navy during World, War II. A native of Floral Park; L.I., N.Y., he is a ·residentof Lumberton, N�J� : patrolmllll. Earlier iri : "13;s, piGkeg. a� � "de_l�gate h> the · u ru9n': 13tt(Bibrmiat Convention .. in b a uliion<Jffldal, a port of'Philadefphia patrolman in 1968 and the. port's agent in the early l980s; His iasf post was intll.e port of :New York where he had · started. . .� sailing as an AB. Brother Troy walked the picket lines in both the 1946 Gen­ eral Maijti.Ine beef and the· 1947 Isth- ,: . Recently retired Seattle P�rt AgeotSie�e Tioy (right) ch�tS during a Pr;opeUer .Ci b meeting. with an ' u uiiicte . ntmed Sanko BanJ(roUpt ·_ . lit� . · , . The world's la,rgestoperator of ()ii tankers,Sanko Steam liiP<C<)1l1pany, filed for bankniptcy protection under Japanese law fast mon.tti clhlmlng to be $2;2 . inillion in debt. . The c6mpany operated 264 ship �, about half tankers; arid the. �ompar.iy · . accountsfor. about 20 perct!nt.of the. Japanese shipping)ndustry. ... Sanko. began as- a one-�hip company in 1934. The president of the company , apologized for the bankruptcy to shareholders and customers. . - ,, •''' _ . · _- _ .• , .... . · . ' '" ' ;' :.. . 4 I LOG I September 1985 · . ···_. . Th�- tnen:·are:t�dY rut :fbe:giilimg tb be done and th ·eatiilg'to begin. Froio the left are.the ind assisbint engineer\ the 3rd mate, ChiefCookN.- Battle, AB· E. Bronstein and AB R. Pence; · • �Onboard the Ogden Yukon l }: ' r i 1 r Pumpman Chicle Hall poses by bis bank of dials below decks of the Ogden Yukon. -•­ � .· AB Mike Smolen (left) and OS Roy Mitchell take a well-deserved To the shorebound, the Ogden Yukon's (OMI) itinerary sounds like a travel brochureAlaska, Jiawaiiand� L9 'Ang . le��· The ()gd m�hy - n 'Yu/cor(i .'one of . bre&k. , : I - .. · ..· . the backbone of the Alaskan oil trade. During a recent stopover . in Los Angeles, photographer . .. . . .• J)ennf Lundy.. .. took tb(!se:,<;rew hots:; ItTtankers. thafmake up Steward Baker Wilburt Williams cheeks bis list of galley supplies. · ·· Bosun Joe Alleluia (kft) and AB Jerry Cosugay on deck. Juan Ortiz, steward assistant, is about finished with his last dish after lunch on the Yukon. Even Cats Face-Lay-Up In July 1984, Seafarer Charles Bortz wrote tllJout. il§crawny catwhich boarded tlie.·M!v Ranger as she was ·tiboui to leave Greece. That cat diSa/lpeared in the wilds of New Jersey, but she left something behind, a kitten. Bortz up­ dates us on Cat II. Those brothers and sisters who are concerned with the status of endan­ gered species will be pleased to know th'at at least one member on the list-:­ The Ship's Cat-is still hanging fr there. The MIV Ranger's Kittikat, having learned to· handle waterfront mongrels, speeding delivery vans and assorted foreign toms, 'has surtnounted one more hazard ofmodern, maritime life-the lay-up. Somemonthsback when theRanger went to the yard in Mobile, the ship's cat, along with the rest of the crew, was dumped on the beach. His ship- .:· ! l' . ! · mates, recognizing Cat'siar-froin-fru­ gal lifestyle, took up a tarpaulin muster and Cat was lodged in Mobile's finest animal hostelry during the ship's stay there. When the crew was called back, Cat was one of the first up the gangway. At last report Cat was bunking in ·Bosun Winnie's foc'sle, sallying forth to atta<;k dangling rope ends and startle look-outs on long night watches. A survivor that one!!!!! September 1 985 I LOG I 5 __ :! _., . , ___ �' ·'' " ..'� Heading North to Alaska Bay Ridge Enters L.A. Harbor It's 5 a.m. as the Bay Ridge (Bay Tankers) enters th� breakwater ill Los Angeles lia�bor to take on bilnkers and supplies before heading back up to Alaska. Checking over the. day's BeU. menu . are GSU James Hines (left) and Steward/Baker Charles After refueling, the hoses are, from the Glennon and left: are return� to the Crowley barge. Disconnecting the hoses Clyde Kent ("born again and never better"), Stand-by AB Pete Stand-by ,.\JS Richard Elliott, Boson 6 I LOG I September 1985 The Bay Ridge,. anchored out in the haroor, gets its·supPnes from a barge .and crime set� up. Here's. a view from the top! · �, .. i Contract Dispute Enters 2nd Year SIU Stands Fi"rm to Protect SONAT Workers • Legal services, the details of which still must be worked out • A life insurance plan • Training and upgrading courses at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship • Access to drug and alcohol pro­ grams at the SHLSS . SONAT's decision comes on the • Vacation time at the SHLSS heels of an NLRB ruling relating to The Associate Membership pro­ SONAT's failure to supply the SIU gram is a way to reaffirm the historic with information for the basis on which connection between the SIU and the it unilaterally reclassified the captains, captains, mates and barge captains in mates and barge captains in its fleet the SONAT fleets. SONAT's reclasas "supervisory personnel." sification of those rating t. a" u�r� While the judge found for the comvisory personnel status'' after 20 years pany on that charge, the SIU intends of stated company·practice to the conto appeal the decision. trary has created a disturbing and still unresolved situation where many of "We know that the judge was inthese workers, and others, are being correct in his finding that SONAT had denied benefits and privileges that have offered to provide the factual basis for been rightfully theirs for many years. its supervisory claim," said Fay. "The Uoder the labor laws of this country, members of your negotiations comthe provisions of an expired contract mittee will tell you that the SIU reremain in effect during uch �e that peatedly asked for th� information needed to evaluate SONAT's clai.nl.,,; Jhe Nati .nal Lab r Relation B ard i making a final determination on .. Management con i tently refused to charges relating to 'negotiations over provide any information to the Union." Meanwhile the SIU has taken steps the new contract. That means that the to make su.re that the membership contract that expired last year for "Obviously, if management wants to grant a wage increase, the Union will not block it," said Fay. "But we will oppose any attempts to take away your Union: repre eiltation or to win contract concessions by dividing and 'weakerung the bargaining unit. ''Since July of 1984, SONAT's man­ agement has imposed artificial distinc­ tions between crewmembers. Now it SONAT Marine has withdrawn the final proposal it submitted during the 1984 IOT contract negotiations. "We anticipate that a new round of nego­ tiations will soon commence," said John Fay, assistant secretary-treas­ urer of the SIU; in a letter to the membership. . . ·· resentatives,'' said Fay. "The opject · of SONAT's divide­ and-conquer strategy is clear: Man­ .agement wants to deny its seamen the benefits of a Union contract-benefits achieved through decades of struggle long before SONAT's purchase of the IOT fleet," said Fay. is seeking to drive a wedge between SONAT's seapen and.the. Union rep- <' c . nn..t.•""*••"""1"' what i ni n has on. igned n of it work remain in variou A t in effect. Yet the company top representatives, Bob Hall, to service SONAT tugs and barges on a fulltimebasis. HWI will be working closely with Tom Bediet, representative froni Marine Engineers District 2, to make sure that the membership on all SONAT boats is informed on all the latest developments. The Union is also planning to establish an Associate Member organiza- has been taking advantage of th confusion that it has caused by failing to reimburse members for work that they have done. Indeed, the company has been trying to add to the confusion by sending out literature that distorts the truth and which seeks to blame the SIU for SONAT's failure to implement a 3 percent wage increase on Oct. 15, barge captains. Members who join would be eligible for the following: viously had no intention of implementing," said John Fay. tion for SONAT captains, mates and 1985-"a wage increase that it ob- Labor Day Celebration Among the more than 125,000 Labor Day participants in a Detroit, Mich. celebration were (left to right) SIU Representative Byron Kelley, Michigan Gov. James Blanchard and UAW President Owen Beiber. Caught from a distance on the Dr. E.W. Brown (Higman Towing) are Tankerman M. Elliot, Capt. R. Williams and Pilot M. Rodgers You Can Trust Your Boat To the Men Who Stay Afloat "Fill 'er up, check the oil, and while you're at it why don't you scrape the seagulls off the wind­ shield." It was a strange and different kind of gas station the Seafarers aboard the tug MIV Hinton (Marine Con­ tracting) manned last month off the South Carolina coast. It was a float· ing filling station for a high-powered speedboat in a race from Miami, Fla. to New York City. Marine Contracting was con·tacted by one of the race entrants, Popeye's Fried Chicken, and asked if they could provide certain serv· ices for that company's speedboat, said Louis Seabrook of Marine Contracting. After the calculations were made and the rendezvous set, the Hinton and crew turned an oil barge, deck barge with a 20-ton crane and the tug itself into a filling station, dry dock and helicopter pad. Everything proceeded like clock­ work, Seabrook said. A helicopter carrying a relief crew for the speed­ boat found the Hinton, as did the speedboat. While the crews were changed, . the boat was filled with high-test racing fuel, and the speed­ boat was back in the race after only a 14-minute floating pit stop. The Popeye's entry finished sec­ ond in the race. But they left the Hinton in such a hurry, they forgot their free Flintstones glass. September 1 985 I LOG I 7 j .. j ' ' �Pensionet'Wdliam ' 'Philadelpliia- ori JUiy I3. Brother'Kelly Randolph Lewis Jr., , joined the Union in the port of Phila­ 74, passed away on delphia in 1961 sailing as a captain for Aug. 29. Brother Curtis Bay Towing from 1950 to 1982. of the Shipbuilders Union, Local 56 - - He attended the 1978 Piney Point InLewis joined the and Local 1 8 09. Boatman Grimes W'(ls Union in the port of land Atlantic Coast Educational and - born in Philadelphia and wasa resident Norfolk in 1972 sail­ Contract Conferences. Boatman Kelly - of Barrington, N.J. Surviving are a ing as a deckhand for was a former member of the Masters , daughter, Judith Wilgus of Belmawr, Curtis Bay Towing Mates and Pilots Union, Local 1700. N.J. and a sister, Lillian Moll of Wood­ Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. , he was a from 1950 to 1952 and for McAllister lynne , N.J. Brothers from 1953 to 1973. He was a resident of Media, Pa. Surviving are former member of the United Mine his widow, Patricia; four sons, Chris­ Pensioner Vincent Michael Kelly Sr., Workers Union, Disrict 50 from 1952 topher, Sean,_Andrew and Vincent Jr.; 60, died of heart failure in the Thoma� fo 196 1 . Boatman Lewis was born in a daughter, Patricia, and a niece, Kath- ryn Labrum of Wallingford, Pa. Northumberland Cty . , Pa. and was a Jefferson University Medicai Center, resident of Norfolk. Surviving are his widow, Elizabeth and two . daughters , TinaHelgren of Norfolk and Kathleen. In Mem,orlam Harold Anthony Bourgeois Jr., 43 , died on July 23. Brother Bourgeois joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1983. He was born in Lou­ isiana and was a resident of Algiers, La. Surviving are his widow, Bobbie of Belle Chasse,La. ; his parents, Har­ old Sr. and Pauline of New Orleans, and a brother, Dennis, also of New Orleans.- '-­ - Pensioner Jesse T. Brown, died on Aug. 1 0. Brother Brown joined the Union in the port of Nort'olk. He retired in 1974 and lived in Supply, N.C. Surviving are his widow, Helen and a daughter, Lillian of Shatlotte, N.C. •· i Pensioner Pensioner John i Henry Creppon, i died on Aug. 60, 14. Creppon 0 joined the Union in - _ ; 1947 in the port of : Galveston, Texas -� sailing as an AB for ;,r' G & H Towing from 1954 to 1984. He was on the picket line in the 1946 General Maritinie beef and - attended- the Piney Poiitt Inland Texas Crew Conference in 1977. Boat­ man Creppon was born in _ Freeport, Texas and was a resident qf Houston. Surviving are his widow, Lorence;_ a son, Kirk; a daughter, and two sisters, C . F .Walther ofHoqston and L.J. Glo­ ger of Friendswood, Texas. i Brother Pensioner - - Clifton _ _ _ The crew of the Gatco Florida iS all smiles after receiving a new three-year contract. .The crew is (I. to r. , standing) Cook .R. Walters, AB W. Burns, AB T. Richardson (sitting). ' Mate W. Nicholas, Engineei' Ed Schaftba'user, Engineer Ed Getz and Capt. R. Penley. AUGUST 1-31, 1985 Port - -­ succumbed '1o can• cer at home in Sanford, N;c, 'oil July 2� � Brother_ Douglas , , joined the Union in /' the {>Ort of Norfolk ,ill sailing as a chief en­ gineer for Curtis Bay Towing frorn 1945 to 1973. He was born in Hamett Cty . , N.C. Burial was in the Gi:e _ en­ lawn Park Cemetery, Portsmouth, Va. Surviving are his widow, Iantha and a daughter, Leta, both of Virginia Beach, Va. Sound, Wanchese, N.C. on July 3 1 . Brother- - Etheridge joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1967 sruJing as a deckhand, tankerman, inate and cap­ tain aboard the tug Little Curtis (Steuart Oil Transportation) from 1965 to 198 1 . He was born in Wanchese and was a resident there. Interment was in Cud­ worth Cemetery , Wanchese. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Betty ; two sons, Lauris and Christopher, and a: daugh­ ter, Corinne . _ __ _ _ _ 2:wJ�. : : : : : : � : : : : : : : : : : : : '. : : : : : : : : : : . . . �E?t:���:,::·: ::::. : ::: : . .. Jacksonville . . . . Sail Francisco . . Wilmington . . . . Seattle . . . : . . . . Puerto Rico , . . . -Houston . . . . • . . Algonac . . . . . . . St. Louis . . . . . . Piney Point . . . . Totals . ._ - - o, : :·::: ::: : -: ::::::: . .- ·. ·, ·.. . . . . . . -: ,- . . . . . . • . • . . . . . . . . . • . .- . . .. . . .. . . . • . _. . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . • . . . . . . . . ....................,.... . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _. - - ; . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . • . . . . . • -• • . • • . • . . . . Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloucester_ . . . . . . . . , . , . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . . . , . New York . . . , , . . . , . . . . . . , , . , . . . . . . , . . . _ , Philadelphia , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . , , . , , . . . . . , . • . , , , , . , . . . . . . , . , . Norfolk . . , . . . , . . . . , . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . , . , , , . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . . . -, . . . . . . . . . New Orleans , , . . . , , , , , , , , , , . , . . . . . . . , . , . Jacksonville . , . . , , . , . . . , . , . , , , _ , . . , . . . , , , San Francisco . . . . . . • . . . . . , . , , . . . , . • . . , . . Wilmington , , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . ·, .- . . . , . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico , . . . . . . . . . . . . " . . , , . . . . . . . . . . . Houston . . , , . , . . . . : . • . . . . . . . , . . . . . . , . . . • Algonac , . , , , . .. -. . . . . . . . . , . . . - . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis . . . .. , . . . . , .- -. , . , . , . , , . . . . , , . . . . . Piney Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . ._ . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 10 ·o · o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 - 0 2 Totals All Departments . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '125 29 . , , , . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . , . . . . . Baltimore . , . . , No rfol k . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . New Orleans . . Jacksonville . . , san Francisco . Wilmington . , , Seattle . , . . . , , Puerto Rico _ . . . Houston . . . � . -. Algonac . . . , . , St. Louis . . , , , Piney Point . . . - Totals . . . . . _. ,., . , , . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . , .,,, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ... . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . • . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , , . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . .,...., ...�.. ,. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -. . . . . . , . . . . . : . . . . . ............... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , ,.. . . . . . , . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . :-- . . . . . . . . . . . . . , Port _ Totals . . . . . • ** - , ,,.; , 0 0 0 10 0 3 3 0 0 0 0 5 2 0 1 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 3 Philadelphia - · '.'., _- o---: _ 0 0 0 2 9 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 16 New York . , _ 1 7 54 2 3 2 0 2 0 0 4 23 1 0 99 . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . ........:. Port - Thomas Anthony Grimes, 65, died of heart-lung failure in the Cooper Medical Center, Camden, N .J. on Aug. 9. Brother Grimes joined the Uruon in the port of Philadelphia in 1961 work­ ing as a mechanic-machinist for the Curtis Bay Towing shoregang from , 1952 to 1985. He was- a former member '0 - Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltlmore . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - _ drowned iri _ Croatan *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class c - . - Jessie Emerson Etheridge · Jr. , 40, Sablan, Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters Leon Do�as, 76, · Jose 71, passed away from heart failure at home in Norfolk on Aug. 14. ,Brother Sablan joined the Union in the port of Norfolk \.: in 1963 sailing for Curtis Bay Towing from 1971 to 1978. He was a veteran of the U . S . Navy. Boatman Sablan was born in Guam. Burial was in the Hampton (Va.) Na­ tional Cemetery. Surviving are a son, John of Norfolk and a daughter, Joyce Wright of Ch�sapeake, Va. Agun ; - - :_. Q: _: · 0 7 0 0 0 7 14 0 11 0 0 0 0 20 0 DECK '"ci:J )': . ': � lJfPARTM�NT 0 1 12 58 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 10 0 0 86 59 ;,l {'1:�: - O. �',· •• ,,-0 3 0 8 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 1 19 S:�ARD DEPARTMENT ' • 0 -- - 0 - 0 00 0 0 0 0 - -0 6 1 1 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 80 104 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 2' 24 · Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping_ at the port last month. " "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men. registered at the port at the end of last month. _ 8 /LOG I September 1 985 -- ----------------- - --��-- .;;<0:'7( :-;f_; 0 5 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 - 4 3 1 ;0 0 - o 3 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 o . 2 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 0 2 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 0 28 _ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 1 0 0 t o_ o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 32 . \·: �. ·ff :o 0 7 11 70 0 8 6 ii 2 0 0 11 25 4 0 144 0 0 0 0 6 0 1 3 0 0 0 0 2 15 1 0 28 0 4 0 14 0 9 2 0 0 0 0 11 10 3 0 53 0 - - - -- 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 00 3 --- ,::,--: �ir: ; 0 1 5'' 0 0 0 14 52 0 11 .0 0 0 0 28 1 121 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 4 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 - 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 18 0 5 0 0 0 3 12 0 5 0 0 0 0 6 0 31 1.81 74 162 �Valiant Crewmembers Pump Oil: .. . b CliftOn James Black um, ' ' 62; joined\ C.harles · Tennent Fletcher, 63 , joined · the Union in the port of Norlolk in 1 962 sailing as a deckhand � captajri : for Stone Towing from l954: �to' 1962 : and for Cape Fear 'I'owitig ir<ik • 1·%9: . to 1 977. Brother Blackburn was a former member : o:f_ the .utiited Mine workers; tJiiion,� �at · .5<> rtom 1954 to 1%2 . 'He alS-0 wdrke.d as a Pepsi� Cola Co. salesman· from'l952 to 1 954. " Boatman Biackburn is a vet�ran of the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. Born in Samson Cty. , N . C . , he is a resident of Wilmington, . . . N.C. · ' ·. the U riion in tlie port l · in of Jackson.vile 1 976 sailing as an AB for Mariner '{owing · . . (IOT}. . - _ Brpther . Fletch.erJast shlppecI ' out of the port ' of Mobile. He is a veteran of the U . S . Navy during World War I I . Boatman Fletcher was born in Alabama arid is a resident of Bay Minette, Ala. · Joseph Clayborne Brooks, 62, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in. 1962 sailing as an AB for Mariner Towing (IOn from 1 963 to 1972. Brother Brooks attended the Piney Point SONAT Inland Conference in 1984. He was b<>rn in Virginia and is a resident of Mathews, Va. · Walter Grabowski, 59, joined the Union in the port of New York in 1 977 sailing as a deckhand for the Pennsyl­ vania Railroad and aboard the tllg New Yorker (Conrail) from 1 945 to 1977. Brother Grabowski was a former member of the Masters , Mates and Pilots Union from 1945 to 1960. He is a veteran of the U,S . Army in- World War II. · Born in Jers�y -City, N.J . . be. . ; is a resident there. · < . . ,_ ·'· RQber( Graham Eason,, 62,joined the: ..port of Union iii the . Noffolk in. i960, He .·. .. sailed · as · a tankerman, mate and capLynch for tain 1946 from Brothers . OATCO . .. to 1953 from 1954 to 1912 an(f Allied m 19n. Brother Eason was a former • · , _ · member of the United! Mine Workers· , Union from 1 959 to 1961 . . H� is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World war n. &ltman Ea.son w born in North Carolina and i a resident of Wilmington, N.C. To� · , . . llenry llebdlmlw., 68, joined the Union in the p()rtoi Houston in 1958 . sailing as an oiler, assistant engineer and chief engineer for G . & H Towing from 1958 to 1977. Brother Hendrixson was_ a former member of the Pipefitters Union,,LoCaJ533, Kan. . . ·- Mis urL He was bom lli'J..Oe town, Kan. and i a resident of Day­ ton, Texas. . .. . .· · · - · ' La��ce EbDer �' S6, johted the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1960 sailina as a deckhand and pilot. Brother Martin was born in GeorPa and i& a resident of St. Rose , La. . Yalial.I cre�mbers OS S. Vickery Oeft) and AB J. Parks pose on the pumping barge Pennsylvania. · Harry Robert Is- Maier JJ'�,, 6,3doined. enhart, ro,joined the . the.U$n in lhe port Union in the- port of . ..of Houston in 1957 ' Philadelphia in 1 957 sailing as a captain sailing as a cook for ...,,... for Dixie Carriers Express Marine in .... from 1957 to 1985 . ' 1974 and for Allied Brother Maier was Towing in 1 977, in . Oc,({� born Brother henbart la t Mi s. and i a re ident of Spring shipped. out of the pc:>rt of orfolk. He: was born· irt Gassaway, W�Va. and is · . . . . Freeport, Texas ...... a resident of Stonewall, N .C. · · .· · · . . � . OD Lope, 61, joined the · .. Aboard . the. Miami · River : Union in the. port of Noi:folk in 1 965 sail-· ing. as a chief- stew-'· . · �l���:fd;!Mii:�: · ·· . · (Assn. of Maryland Pilots) from 1 967 to 1 972. Brother Lope is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War IL He was born in the Philippines and is a resident of Norfolk. Charle5 Lloyd LOwe, 69, joined the Union in the port of Mobile in . 1 956 sail­ ing as an oiler. Brother _Lowe was . born . in the British "llil.ii�f"l'l"'l• . West Indies and is a ... resident of Mobile. · --.........-.....- '. b�d H� 'is both the �t o�tit�r and chief Fischet ts some.t of a one� engineer of the Miami River which is working with the dredge Sugar Islander in Pascagoula, man I. MW. harbor • . •. · Rufus Cecil Pitt­ 62; joined the man, ·· Unio n .in the port of , Norfolk in 1 96� sail­ ing as ' a captain "for · the NBC Line from 1943 to 1953 and frorn 1963 .t:OJ973. Brother • Pittmafi . �fu �?iied for the Sinclair Refining Co. from1955. to 1963 and for McAllister Broth�rs in 1 973 : He was a former member of the Mariners Uriion, Local 912. Boatman Pittrrian:was born in Lukens, N .C. and is a reiideni .-Of Chesapeake·, Va. . ·. . · · Eugene R. Lut­ . treU, 64� joined the chuck U nion in the port of Philadelphia in 1 957 sailing as a captain for Mariner Towing (IOT) from 1 965 to 1974. Brother Moore last shipped out from . the port of Jacksonville: He was born in Washington, N .C. and is a resident of Brandon, Fla. ·. � _ i f Arthur Eugene · . Union in the port. of Norfolk in 1 96 1 sail­ . ing as a chief engi­ neer for Curtis Bay · Towing from 1954 to 1985. Brother Lut­ tr.�U also sailed for McAllister BrothersJrom 1 95 1 to 1 954. He was born in Readville, Va. and is a resident of Norfolk . · George Davi.d Williams0n. Jr.-, 6_5 ; joined t.he Union in the port ofNoJfolk in 1 96 1 .. sailing as a deckhand and leadman for Curtis Bay Towing from 1960 to 1974. Brother Williamson also sailed as a commercial fisherman: . He was a former member of the United Mine Workers Union, Local 50. in 1961 .: Boatman Williamson was born in Lowland, N .C. and .is a resident of Suffolk, Va. September 1 985 I LOG I 9 ,' I' I l ;j \ l=-· - �-- ---- ,,________ ·--- · ___ , ____ -- � - --.. · ---- --- i J �. , ,. _ . ,. - ·- � -..:c:: , ;:� ,, _ \• • --r+-- ��:::.�---:-._�����r�:�..., One .Step at a Time Seafarer's . Daughter Katie Battles Cerebral Palsy by Lynnette Marshall Her favorite color is puq)le, Katie' s mother Sarah Calahan says. And she loves babies. She has one of her very own. A Cabbage Patch doll she feeds from a tiny bottle . And hugs . Just three and trying very hard , Katie Calahan has learned to stand while someone counts to 2�and _to take short steps without neediqg to hold onto . anything for support. A sweet, active child, she very niuch wants to help her mother clean house for her new baby sister soon to arrive home from the hospital maternity ward. When she tells her father, Seafarer Thomas Calahan, what she really wants most, more than anything, it' s a min­ iature broom and dust pan and ruffled apron toy set. She is the apple of her father's eye, says his wife Sarah. He thinks such a toy would be a help to Katie . Because by moving the broom, she stands . And that, along with her many other exercises, might somedai help Katie to regain the use of her legs that she lost at birth to cerebral palsy. Katie is one of 750,000 children and adults in the nation today handicapped by cerebral palsy, a condition that may impair speech and disturb nerve and motor coordination. ' Katie' s condition became noticeable when she was six months old, Sarah Calahan remembers . And she told Ka­ tie ' s doctors about how her daughter's legs would cross very tightly and she would have difficulty changing Katie's clothes. Katie's feet, too, would curl up tensely and then tum outward . At times her toes point out awkwardly behind Katie now. With a new baby on the way , there has been even more urgency for Katie to keep exerCising so her muscles become more limber to give her more independence from her parents. Be­ cause it will be harder to carry Katie while caring for a newborn, Katie has been spending her summer in training. Working long hours every day with her uncle in Atlanta, using only a cut­ off broomstick or two light-weight ski poles for support, Katie practiced for two months "like an athlete" learning how to walk. And repeating over and over to herself slowly, · 'This is going to make m e stronger. This is going to make me walk, " Katie was able to discipline herself to go on. " Katie wanted to be a big sister and she wanted physically to be a big sister in every way , " said Sarah Calahan. ' 'She would call me and we would talk long distance on the phone. And she would say 'Mommy, I'm so proud of myself. ' And I would say ' Katie, I'm so proud too . ' " Katie s metimes knows that when her mother is busy cooking dinner she cannot go out an<J·. play because there would be no one . there. to catch her . when she falls . According to Sa:rati Calahan , the condition has affected Katie in such a way that her mind will not tell lier leg muscles to relax. She cannot reach her legs over her hobby horse. And it is doubtful she will ever run and feel the wind toss her honey colored hair. But in every other re­ spect, Katie is a normal, healthy child, her mother says. She has tested far above average on intelligence tests . " And returning home from Atlanta she could walk. "It takes her about 30 minutes but she · can walk from one end of the living room to the other side , ' ' Thomas Calahan explains, trying to hold back a father's pride and pleasure. To thousands of others like herself who awaken each morning to realize that only in tqeir dreams is the burden of cerebral palsy lifted, Katie has been a symbol of life ' s sometimes seemingly insurmountable tragedies. When the leg braces reach the floor to take the day's first steps, living is painful to those who cannot walk without them. The wheelchair each morning awaits others. Though in their dreams they walk. For some afflicted with. cerebral palsy, the words will never come out as they should. But Katie, in her white pinafore dress flowing one size · too large so it nearly covers her leg braces as she steadies herself, holding onto two vertical bars, smiling, despite all, makes the world at once bright. This is the way Katie appears in a . . . . · Most people wouldn't think twice about a task as simple as walking across a room, but to Katie Calahan that is a triumph borne of determination and courage. 1 0 I LOG I September 1985 Katie Calahan photograph distributed to victims of cerebral palsy and to fund-raising or­ ganizations . by .the Easter Seals cam­ paign . Easter Seals is a non.-profit organization that gives support to peo­ ple like Katie. Serving last year as a poster child for the Easter Seals cam­ paign, her guest appearance on the Easter Seals telethon, her photograph and her presence at many fund-raising events has helped bring thousands of ·· · dollars in contributions, dollars that will go far into research to find a cure for cerebral palsy. in th� neo-natal unit of the hospital in which Katie was born. "If she goes several days and does not work out, her muscles will tighten and she 'll have to exercise to feel better. But the condition is nonpro­ gressive, " Sarah Calahan says. And then she is beaming. She is remem­ bering that over the phone Katie asked · for a pair of roller skates for Christ­ mas. For a child who will have cerebral palsy for a lifetime, the request seems out -of the question. ''Always , there is the hope , " says Sarah, "that as an adult , Katie will be . able to walk unassisted. " And she believes deeply that this is what will happen, such a well spring of hope is her small daughter's determination to overcome cerebral palsy . ·. She's Going to be OK Reflecting on the therapy Katie has undergone for three years of her young life, Sarah Calahan says she has al­ ways tried to keep a positive attitude. "We didn't expect Katie would do so well in such a short time , " she say s . " Being her dad, it's n o different," says Thomas · Calahan. "Your kid's · your kid. I love her, and hope for the best for .her. We know a nurse who has cerebral palsy. And I believe Katie is going to tum out to be an exceptional person. I don't think it will slow her down . " Sarah Calahan has gone from full­ time to part-time work as a nurse so she can be there for Katie . She works ·· Editor's Note: Katie Calahan became a big sister when hen nother gave birth to Jessie Megmicalaha1l; But like Kane, Jessie was born prelnature aniJ. with complications. After a long stay in · the . hpspital, she is at home now. The per­ soruil struggle of Katie and her parents is an inspirational one.' One bur.den other familksface in such situations, the heavy financial burden · of . medical. care, hos been lightened. The Seafarers Health and Welfare Plan hos provided coverage for the Calahans in their time of need. �Make You r Futu re Cool & Comfortable . . .• · Take the SH LSS Refrigerati on Cou r;se ' cWm>om insuuction and practical hands-on �· Topic:S include: refrigeration theory, refrigerants and lubricating oils and their use, ooublcsh<>('.J:iQg , standard service techniques for repairfug and maintai n i n g hermetic and commercial Sy-stems. The program of instructioo .includes working. . on and operating ships stores · plants, air conditioning plants, refrigerated container units, walkin and reach-in boxes, pantry refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, and water coolers. The training also ., includes the cotqplete fabncation of a working refrigeration system including leak testing, evacuation,_. charging with refrigerant and oil, setting operating controls , . and troubleshooting. . · . . . . . . To be e}igiQ �· fbt this .<o\lCSC all applicants mliSt hold a QMED Any Rating endorsement, or endorsements as a Refrigeration Engineer and Electrician , or equivalent inland experience. The vast majority of refrigerated cargoes are presently being shipped by the use of refrigerated coo.tainers. Working and living conditions onboard modern vessels are a vast improvement over what conditions were many years ago. one important contributor to this improvement is the use of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Crew comfon during a voyage depend.5 upon engine department personnel knowledgeable in the operation and maintenance of such.equipment. The six - week course in Refrigeration Systems Maintenance and Operations offered at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Samansbip consists of both ! · . · · � su� dclivcry of such in optimum maiketabJe condition requires · refrigeration cargoes and maintenance electddans operation and maintenance procedures associated with such equipment. In keeping up with technological advances, the Seafarers Harry ·Lundeberg School is offering knowledgeable in the beginniog .'in l986: a six�� eourse in Refrigerated Cont.aiQer5 Advanced Maintenance. Check future issues of the LOG for a detailed course description, eligibility requirements, and course dates. . ...� . ..•r�d..l'Lt i&'it > <> Edwin Harris uses a propane torch to solder a soft copper refrigeration tubing swaged joint. . . .. James McDaniel (I.) and Wllllam Lignos Install a filter dryer and sight glass/moisture Indicator Into a llquld llne. . . Tyler Womack (r.) prepares a joint for soldering. Left to r. Steve Walters and Edwin Harris inspect a soldered joint while Spurgeon Simpson cuts refrigeration tubing. September 1 985 I LOG I 1 1 �(:"· QM E D U pdate college and studied Marketing at the University of Maryland. After _ · 1t iS e�remely_imp<?tt�tto no�ify �e SID.SS if �ere is any change in spending five years· -in -- the your ra�tng. Verification ts reqmred; tn�lude copies front arid back of Marketing field and finding it seamen s docume11ts or a copy of yout hcense; creatively unrewarding. Bud - - Fill out the coupon below and send to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg returned - to college and receiv�d a School of Seamanship , Piney Point, Md. 20674. Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts at · · · · · · · · · · · · ·· � · · �· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · � · · · · · � · - · · · - · · · · · · . . . St� Mary's College in St. Mary's City, Maryland. __ ! Mail To: Bud began working at SID.SS : - Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School - of Seamanship in 1974. In 1977 he started the Director of .Vocatiorial Education Arts and Crafts Department Piney- Point, Maryland 20674 which took over the functions of the old Hobby Shop . The Arts and Crafts D ep artment is The following information is provided to update designed towards_ education. Its my reco�ds: I received my QMED rating on Date main objective is both teaching __ - _ • _ - · Bud Adams begins the process- of forging a silver wine goblet - how - to Use appropriate tools and understanding the possibUities and lin;iitations of different materials� - It also emphasizes the we of raw materials {not kits) to Arts & Crafts Coordinator create_- art objects. Students can learn the basics at SHLSS and The staff at SHLSS is known for - - - follow thCough on their own. The Arts and Crafts Department offers their diverse backgrounds and abilities. Bud Adams, . our Arts instruction in leather, metal, glass and Crafts Coordinator, has and wood. The skills that are acquired some of the more taught - are chosen with - the unusual skills. He has worked in seaman in mind. y expanding creative art _ mediums froin . Bud is - con�uall painting to blacksmithing. his own creative education. He -Bud w as raised in the experiments, learns from other Washington D .C. area and comes instructors or _ students , and enrolls in at least one course each from a family of cabinet makers, carpenters and other craftsmen. year to learn another art medium. Upon completing high school, he ' 'The more the instructors spent three years in the Army. know, " says Bud, "the more we After his tour of duty, he went to can teach. ' ' Bu d Ad ams ­ 0 - · ·. -r· : . .. • ' __.._ _ _ I have completed the following specialty course(s): - Marine Electrical Maintenace - _ Date Diesel Regular - Refrigeration Systems, Maintenance & Operations . Pumproom Maint & Operation - ___ Date _ _ Welding Marine Electronics _ -Date _ • __ Date I hold a valid 3rd/ 2nd Assistant Engineer License issued on NAME SS# BOOK# ADDRESS __ Date _ _ _ Date Hydraulic --'---Date Automation __ Date Date ������ --------�-­ ------- TELEPHONE# . - • Note: Each member should provide a photocopy of I :evidence - to substantiate ·changes •'fri : 4ie - ·above • -- : : records . : . •· · · · · · · · · · · · · · • · · · · · • · · • · · · •• · • • · · · · • • · · · · • · · · · · · · · • · · · · · · · · · SH LSS CO U RSE - c.RADUATES Third Assistant Engineer F_lrst row I. to r.: David Mull, John Pennick, Harry Gearhart, Michael DeNardo, Ruben Velez. Second row I. to r.: Steven Kues, Bob Lee, Phillip Decker, Danyl White, Lee Cook, William Parker. --- _ · The marriage of gold t o silver i s demonstrated I n the above necklace. The rutilate:d quartz adds a fi nishing touch. Spe�ial Ab le Seaman/ Crane Operator's Course ==== - ==== - A special Able Seaman/Crane - Operators course has been scheduled from Novem ber 1 , 1 985 to December 1 9, 1 985, i n order' t o provide train ed crane operators for jobs that w i l l become avai lable i n - late December, 1985. Course Schedule· * · Lif�boat _Able Seaman/ _ Crane Operator Checklln Date Completion Date October 1 8 October 31 N ovember 1 - December 1 9 * Note: Thi s l ifeboat class i s schedu led for the students who wi l l attend the Able Seaman/Crane Operators course, and do not hold a l ifeboat endorsement. 12 I LOG I September 1985 • _ _ Lifeboat _ _ Front row I. to r.: Ryan Malla, Wilhelmina Ortiz, Richard Manalo. Second row Lto r:: Ben Cusic (Instructor), Ed Kirkland, Bernard Moody, James Thornton, Crissy Wright. Third row I. to r.: Peter Schmitt, Ken Miner, Tina Sivola, Mark Dawes, Kevin Wolfe, John Morgan, Pedro Torres, Valentin Lora, Glenn Kitchen. . �Upgrading Course- Sc;h:ed�I� ';����,-·uN�t Octobe� Thru December 1 985 . . · ··. ' . · ' );1.. : \� }I Programs. Geared to lmpro·ve Job Sktlls t ' ' ... ' s,,�i"'" ' . • .· ' · ' " Diesel Engineer - Regu lar Fol lowing are the updated co�rse schedules for Oc�qber through December 1985, at the Seafare rs Harry Lun.deberg · · School of Seamanship . . ·. • . . . . . . .. ·.· . . . . ·. SIU Representatives all ports w i l l assist members i n prepari ng app l i cations. . . NOTE: · Re-reg i ster be fore · leavi ng . your home po rt ·for · trai n i ng at the Seafa re rs · H a rry Lundeberg School of Seama n s h ip _t o . avo i d hav i ng an expi red s h i p p i n g .· · . registration card wtlEm l eavi n g SH LSS: . . . .. . Also · bring. p roof .of Seafarers Welfare .Plan .-eUgib.HitY · with you . · . . . ,, �·· ·· · · · Deck Upg r11ding �ourses - � " · : g:T:k·ln "· . Seallft Operattons &. Maintenance October 1 8 Radar Observer · Octobeff1 · • November 1 Lifeboat (Must be taken In Sim ulator _ . g:;:ptetton > • · con}unctlon with � cdurae) ·. · . · - . .. · .. , _ November 15 November 29 December 6 November 21 December:5 December _ 1 2 �hnth1y .· .• .· varies . . · varies :\:.J:.:. .·• Dlite .. . octo�r 21 ) ; . ·- ,·� · Adult · EducatiC>n ·. · courses ·· . - . - ·: :·· �:-. - Check-In · Course -October 31 t,1�w-�k1y· · Check"'" Course ,, ·.' ; ' &tc.>t>er 18 : . · . . Length of · Course . Recertification Programs · ·· · C>ecemt>er13 ·. · · l October 23 •· 14· weeks ·.· De.camber 4 - · · • 14 weeks · · steward Recertlflciltfon . . . : ·. �- November'21 -· - · Chief steward ' . . .-. '. Deeember.:19· · ·. bourses cheek-1n1 Chief Cook . -: Completion · · · Date Cook and . Baker · .·. # '{ . No.vember 28 , . · Nc5V_erri ber 7 · · Course . . . . . Course � Steward Upgr ding:,. . · October 11 . ··; . . Nov rhbe� 1 · · !' · Fireman Watertender & Oller . Marine Electron ics And Promote U.S. Maritime . I ndustry · · ' ' Course . tn· Cour§f.$ . Engine Upgradi ng (ESL) English as a · Second La!Jg�age Dat·e .- · November 1 5 (ABE) Adult 8$$ · November 1 s ; : 1.c·: e.d�� �tto o �: : ' ;, . (GEOJ High School £qutv8lency Program N ovember 1 ' ' • ,,, ',', ' ,• • • >' ••• ' ' ' · · .. ·. : , I, '• • Completion · D•te ,., , _ Oecember2 • Completton : '. ·o.te .-..��, : !, . ( · December 1 3 ' ' _ _ December 1 3 December 1 3 �h, (DVS) Developmental Studies October 25 N ov t>er 1' ,. . , Able Seaman/Crane Operator Decem ber 1 9 November 1 1 , . . . . . . ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ . . . . " . . . . . .. .... ..... . . ..-.. . . . . ... . . .... �-. .._..•. . � . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . .------------.. · .· · . ·. · . · •·· · . · · ·. . t I . . ' ' -· ·. · · : : > '. ' ·. . . . · · . ·. · ' I am interested In the following . .. �,,�, .. ·· : . ; ..,._., I.Ir,,��, � course(s) checked below: . · . . . . . · . · · . _ ' · · .. . . . ;< ' .. " . ' ' . .• • • • . . . .. . · i�dd.reSS•;... · --,.--------'-----,.---"ft!'r':=r-""',__-�..,-----..,------,.---.---,.---"---,.--- " �:· . . . - " :.-. · · . ' . . " . ' " ·:.-- " · .. . -----....r; :o..,:r_ ,, " .... _ . · .-:.,-' /; -' _ ; --....,..,ft'-"'-""-'--'"'--;;.,'"=-Po " . .,..,+,.,, · _.....,... ... ... � _ .. ;.;'- ·(Glty) (6ta1e) . . :: · �) �p lnland Waters Member O , Deep Sea Member o Social Security # ------- Book # Date Book Was lssued _______ Endorsement(s) or Llcense(s) Now H eld . _ :. "., Seniority :·� . ' · ' ea9.i flP. 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ...._ ___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ .__. . --- l'�tn: ·'·ci ,va� .· · •: , , . · ·· Trai nee Program: From -----� to=a - ------· (a = a= te�atte �e� a.) n s No o (If YEts, rn 1 In below). . . . - ' � · No D (If yes; fill In below) Have you attended any S H LSS Upg,radln g Courses: D Yes . · _ _ _ � --'- Do you hold a letter of completionJqr Lltet;>oat: D _Ye� No. D Firefighting: o . ·· :-· · RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TlME�(�hoWonly amount needed to upgr�}n t81lngndt� above or attach l�tter of 5ervlc&, whl�hev�r I� appllcable.) VESSEL T i>ATESHJPPEQ RA iNG ffELD .. .:� "' : · - · . ' . · ,\, . .,'.�- · · .. � ' . " ,/'·.. , D FOWT 0 QMED-Any Retlng 0 Marine Electronlca 0 AutOtMtlon 0 DleHI Engine 0 Marine Etectrtcal Maintenance D Pumproom M1lnt1nanct I Oper1Uon 0 Aefrtgerallon 819tema Maintenance • O Chief EnglneerfAaalatant Engl""' (Unlnapected Motor YHHI) D Secondllh lrd Aaat. Engineer (Inspected) STEWAR D DEPARTM ENT 0 Chief Cook 0 Cook I Baker O Towboat Inland Coo k D Chief St.want ,-:, DATE OF: bJSCRARG E - ·- · .-· ·.,.... ·· · ALL DEPARTM ENTS O Weldlng _ 0 Llfeboatman O S.alltt Opentlon1 • Maintenance ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 0 Adult BaaJc Education (ABE) 0 High School Equmlency Program (OED) 0 Developmen ..I Studlea (DYE) 0 English u a Second Langu.ge (ESL) COLLEGE P ROGRAM ., ·. Rtttifftfcd PIPLETED APPl..icAttoN to: Harry tundeber g . l'.Jpgr$ding Center; Plriey POint, MO. 2o61� f . · · ; seafcirers ' ', , : - . - ·. . . ' ENGIN E DEPARTM ENT . · ·> Yes · No ._i::{ CPffr D Yes . No o .. -�-�-----���--�----D�e Av�lab� �r Tr��ng _-___-_:_ i_ �_ .- �_ · �� ;� �--. :_ ' •: DECK DEPARTM ENT Tantlenn8ft o Quartermaster Al UnllmHed O C....tlal Nntgation AB LlmHed 0 1at C1au Piiot All Speclel Towbo8t Opentor Inland Towboat Operator (N MT 200 mlle1) Towboat Opentor (Over 200 Mlle•) Maater/Mate lnapected Towing Ve1HI Third Mate Ract.r ObHner Unlimited Simulator eou.... Optrltlona . . · D 0 0 0 D D 0 D 0 D 0 ------- Port PresenUy Registered I n ________ Port. Issued _·_._, _ :· · .Lakes Mem �r.:.o · ------- Are you a graduate of the SH LSS Trai nee Prog Course_(s) Taken ·· _ Te te, p � on e _. .... : : . ..., (A.... r-co ,, _ ae .... 1 _ __ ,.._ · .,.. . _· _ · . . �h09I of Seamanship Upgrading. 'J\ pp. - Hc�t' ·• . .. • . . . , .. i o n' Seafarers Harry Lul'.'deberg • · . , · · • ' ' • · • • I <• ' : ' • SeptembE}r 1 985 / LOG / 1 3 i I l ----- --- --.---------�----------.---·----"·-- ------ � ,-� ----.:� · " :j · �Area · Vice · Workers Umon. The UIW is an affil" Union organizers are on the move again, " screamed the ·ad. "Armed iate of the SIU. with more sophisticated strategies and This year's Labor Day celebration more aggressive tactics. And backed had a special theme: industrial policy. · The problems facing the American by greater campaign dollars. " merchant marine are part of a larger If the SIU is any guide, then the ad problem faeing all American industries is indeed right. We learned the hard and. workers. way that you can't always trust the As part of our commitment to the word of "Big Business." You can work with them, but you can't trust concept of an industrial policy, . we Creat Lakes · and them. have been active on a grassroots poWestern Rivers litical level. We held a fundraising What has happened in the inland by V. P. Mike Sacco industry is an example of what I am luncheon in conjunction with Teamtalking about. SONAT Marine, a comsters Local 572 on behalf of Lt. Gov. REDGING projects have been Leo McCarthy, who has been a good pany with which the SIU has had good proceeding apace on the Great relations for more than 20 years, unifriend of organized labor and the marLakes. Leudtke Engineering·, in parlaterally reclassified the captains, itime industry. When he was speaker ticular, has been doing well. mates and barge captruns as superviof the California State Assembly, he Leudtke has been declared the low sors. helped pass through more labor-sponbidder on a harbor dredging project in SONAT believed that we wouidjust sored legislation than ever before. Lorain, Ohio. It will soon begin work roll over and play dead. They were Part of developing an industrialpolon a substantial project-a diked diswrong. A yeat after the Green Fleet icy is to foster better relations between posal area in Green Bay, Wis. management and labor. We have been contract expired, we are still fighting The Green Bay project demonit out before the Nation'al Labor. Redoing that with our quarterly meetings strates the broad range of work that lations Board. with Crowley Towing. the SIU is involved in up here on the While shipping has been slow, we We won't give up. We didn't give Great Lakes. Leudtke is being asked in to other companies that have tried still have been getting work that the to build an environmentally safe island the same approach: Dixie Carriers, military has contracted out to the prithat will store industrial waste over a Curtis Bay, ACBL. And it cost those vate sector. IO-year period. companies plenty. . Sen. Pete Wilson (R-Calif.) spoke Given the nature of our society, it at the dedication of the USNS ReguWe are working closely with District is not a matter of whether you are in lus, which is being crewed by SIU 2 on this issue. Bob Hall, one of our favor of industrial waste-it will exist top organizers, is servicing SONAT members. It is the fi r st of the SL-7s no matter what-it is a matter of how tug and barges with Tom Bethel, an that will be operated by Bay Tankers. you can safely dispose of it. organizer from District 2. We are makThe reason why we are getting this Much of the industrial waste is left ing a special effort to keep SONAT work is that our members have worked to evaporate or else be pumped out members informed of their rights. hard to make themselves more marand hauled away. The remains, the ketable. Two new courses being ofNot surprisingly, the company has most toxic part, will be stored in the fered at Piney Point-the three-man tried to take advantage of the needless holloUJ " bowl of the island that Leudtke · Steward Department and Sealift Main� c(>nfu' ion that. irca.u . sed.· by· unilatetally . will build. . .· "· · . . .. .i:eclas ifymg :: cert8in · Categorie' '/'br · . · :tenan� �bave: be e n particularly tierp;.:; . · . -· ·• . , �thet · ���tf,.. �es' . . . . workers . .. fuL . as . supmisors. Members Dtedging and Dock-has fi rtl s h eifriver aren't getting the overtime that is due We also have been trying to work and harbor dredging projects in Bufthem under the old contract, which closely with the rest oforganized labOr falo, N. y. It also is winding up a light remains in effect until · some determion issues that we think are important replacement project in Sandusky, Ohio. on SIU representatives in Washington present charges. made is the nation Byron Kelley represented the SIU attended the State Labor Council there The company is hoping that its workat the Labor Day parade in Detroit, in order to make recommendations ers will be too scared to file grievances Mich. which had its usual quota of on this matter. about the upcoming state elections; In SIU caps and colors. During the day addition, I touched base with SUP The managers at SONATlike to call he met with UAW President Owen President Paul Dempster, MFOW the company the C�illac �f fleets . Ii Bieber and Gov. James Blanchard to this is a Cadillac, I'd hate to see an President Whitey Disley and MMP discuss issues important to the mariPresident Robert Lowen when we atEdsel. time industry. This has toughened our resolve in tended ceremonies commemorating the all areas of our operations. We reanniversary of V-J Day, which were held onboard the Enterprise. cently were successful in organizing the . fishermen in the New Bedford Vice President George Bush gave area. In addition, we are involved in an e1oquent speech . ·B. ut actions speak louder than words. I believe that the an organizing drive in the Baltimore best way to honor V-J Day is to grant area. We are trying to sign up the veteran s status to the merchant sailworkers onboard the cruise ships that ors who nske d therr lives so that this operate in that port. country could wm world War II. Our commitment to our members-past, present and future-extends to all areas. As for the fishermen of New Bedford, we will make sure to publicize the single most important problem plaguing that industry: the growing West Coast insurance crisis. by V.P. George McCartney The fishermen in nearby Gloucester have an extra problem. The dehydraEMBERS in Wilmington had the tion plant there - that processes the chance to see AFL-CIO Pre si­ remains of fish--Or gurry as it is called-­ dent Lane Kirkland speak at a Labor has been. closed down. The entire . Day picnic that celebrated the coritri­ fishing season has been lost, and . butions 'that organized labor has made to the American way of life. hundreds of people are thinking about leaving the industry. The SIU made good use of the East Coast occasion by running a booth that pro­ We have been active on a grassroots by V.P. Leon Hall moted the American-flag merchant level on this and other issues. In Bal­ timore, Rep. Helen Delich Bentley marine. Brochures on the SS Inde­ full page ad proclaiming " How attended a PQrt Council meeting which pendence and SS Constitution were To Keep Your Company Union­ was charred by MPC President Joe handed out, as were products made Free" has recently appeared in busiby members of the United • Industrial . ness magazines. Townsley of the Teamsters. Bentley D . .- . PresidentS' Report ; One bright spot has been Norfolk, which has been getting the lion's share of military work contracte� out by the Navy. Here is a partial list of some of the ships that have been in and out of that port: the Keystone State, the PFC James Anderson Jr. , the William V. Baugh, the Cpl. Louis Haughe Jr. , - and the Sunnypoint. Also in Norfolk, negotiations have been continuing with Shawn's Launch Inc. and the Asso­ ciation of Maryland Pilots . · .·. · • M A 14 I LOG I September 1 985 talked about the crisis in the maritime ·industry today and highlighted a num­ ber of important issues, most notably ca.rgo preference. · · · Gulf Coast by V.P. Joe Sacco Tto be more like Thanksgiving than HIS year's Labor Day turned out anything else .. Residents in Jacksonville and Mobile lived through yet another hurricane, Elena. Injuries and property damage were far less than originally anticipated. An interesting follow-up to the hurtills was . tJieji,(_s.t4oor pay plirade. ijl 'tlie :hisiQry of M()liile� rAI�l.i -i' to be cancelled because of a hurricane . . But it was rescheduled and the SIU is going to sponsor a float. - ricane; Na. We have been negotiating with . tional Marine over the detajls of a new contract. In addition, we have been meeting with representatives of G & H T-Owing about some modification of the contract. It hasn't been easy. There is a serious problem in: the towboat industry. Demand is down, and there is a lot of competition from other modes of transportation. · . We have been active on a grassroots level throughout the Gulf. In Jacksonville, we supported Mike Langton for the city legislature. Thanks to the support that our members gave him, he gamere.d 42 percent of the vote and secured a spot in the run-off election. Also in Jacksonville, Headquarters Representative George Ripoll was asked to serve on the Economic Development Council that has been forined to promote business in that city. He will be well-positioned to advance the interests of the port from that post. As with other ports around the coun­ try, military work has become increas. ingly important for members in Jack­ sonville. Representatives from that port attended the christening of the MV Gus W. Darnell. Officials from the Military Sealift Command spoke and praised . the work that the private sec.. tor -has done in carrying out these .··· duties. (Continued on Page 28.) �The SIU Returns to New Bedford Photos & Story by DEBORAH GREENE T HE SEAFARERS International Union is back in New Bedford ! In 1 979, the fishermen in the New Bedford region voted to disaffiliate from the SIU . They were part of the New Bedford Fishermen's Union, an affiliate of the Seafarers International Union of North America. It was an autonomous organization with its own constitution and contract. The SIU had little contact with the New Bed­ ford Fishermen's Union's officials. So when they decided to leave after get­ ting a lot of "pie in the sky" promises from the Teamsters Local 59, there was no way to prevent them from walking. For the past six years , the fishermen of New Bedford have been under con­ tract with Local 59 of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT). And during those six years, there has been a serious decline in the New Bedford fishing industry. Where there used to � �fo · SIU Ne rd Port Agent Joe Piva (right) administers the Seafarers oath to new book members (I. to r.) Frank Joia, SIU organizing rep; Michael Perron; Gene Magan, SIU organizing rep, and Robert Miller. be more than 1 ,500 union jobs, there are now fewer than 600 . For those few who were able to survive as fishermen, things were still pretty tough. Prices for fish fell as foreign competitors took over the American market with their imports . Insurance costs went sky high, and cancellations of current insurance pol­ icies are becoming more frequent. These problems are affecting the I , 1 in New Bedford, fishermen and boat­ the intention of the SIU to let every But the philosophy of the SIU is to owners are becoming more aware of boat have a vote-and so elections will continue for another six months. try to improve the quality of life for the problems they face and the fact that, with the proper representation, some things can be done to improve their situation. Piva, with· the assist· ance of three representatives, Gene Magan, Frank Joia and Henri Fran­ cois, and the negotiating talents of SIUNA Vice President Jack Caffey fishing industry around the country, not just in New Bedford. But here in (who is special assistant to SIU Pres­ New Bedford (a city with the highest paigning on the waterfront for two years, telling the fishermen that they dollar value of any port in the U . S .), a city whose fishing industry does not have the potential for growth-the Teamsters Local 59 ignored the prob­ lems of the fishermen. They failed to service their vessels, and failed to come up with any kind of legislative program, either locally or in Washing­ ton, D.C . , to help tum the tide for the hard-pressed fishing industry. * * * But the SIU can help ! And through the efforts of Joe Piva, SIU port agent ident Frank Dtozak), has been cam­ have problems which can be solved, listening to their needs, and talking about programs to rebuild the indus­ try. As of this writing, the SIU has already organized 1 40 of the 2 1 0 boats in the fleet. By the end of the year, this number will probably be closer to 175 boats and l ,500 members. Eighty­ five of the boats have already been certified; the rest are going into elec­ tions within the next few weeks. It is * * tion is the key to unlock the many * doors which. would otherwi e.remain The question remains, however: Just what can the SIU really do to help out the New Bedford fishing industry that Local 59 did not? The answer can be found in several different areas. First, new members will be sworn into the Union and will receive their SIU books, establishing a real bond Union, the with of protection something they never had with the Local 59. just as they do in their other ports for their deep-sea, inland and Great Lakes members . By maintaining a proper hiring hall, fishermen will have some­ contract infractions and other prob­ lems they may wish to bring up. They also will no longer have to seek out Third, and very important, are the educational opportunities available through the SIU . The Union maintains a large training and upgrading facility at their Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. The school has been called the finest of its kind in the country. Fish­ ermen will be given the opportunity to take courses with their SIU brothers and sisters to upgrade their own ca­ pabilities. The school maintains a fully-oper­ There are many other ways in which the SIU can help the New Bedford fishermen: by providing medical iden­ tification cards, processing medical claims quickly, updating some of the unfair and antiquated systems of the and helping with insurance problems. Most of all, the SIU will give its members job security . * * * The goal of the SIU is to get all fishermen together-from the fisher­ men of New Bedford and Gloucester to the fishermen of the West Coast. The more men and boats we represent, the louder our voice will be heard in Washington. Only by speaking as a group can the voice of the fisherman be heard in the halls of Congress and the industry be given a fair deal by the federal government. We are looking at the whole indus­ try-at what we can do better to rep­ resent our members. The tools to help the fishermen of New Bedford are available. It is a question of taking advantage of them. ational fishing trawler to provide in­ "We hope to make New Bedford a struction on the use and maintenance model fishing port," said SIU Presi­ of modem fishing gear. Education dent Frank Drozak. "I want to thank courses are also offered, including the Union officials and the New Bed­ learning English , high school studies ford rank-and-file for a job well done. programs and adult basic education However, the work has just begun. On behalf of myself and the entire SIU programs. They even offer a college � cation can be another advantage. By being well trained and certified, lower insurance costs could be a result. where to go and speak out against do now. ats tied up in New goal of the SIU is to get all fishermen together-from these Bedford harbor to the fishermen of Gloucester and the West Coast. clo ec1:· And for the fi hermeo, edu­ auction house and processing plants, Second, the SIU will maintain a proper hiring hall for the fishermen jobs at the local bar or dock as they The all of our members-and that educa­ program for those who wish to con­ membership, we welcome our brother tinue their studies. This was unheard and sister fishermen into the Broth­ of in the past. erhood of the Sea . " September 1 985 I LOG I 1 5 �- . . J . . � - , � : . .. Fleet IS · Protected for Another"¥�21r·· . · . . . .. '' . . . . - , .. . . ' ".- . . . - . . , . . " > Mass. late last month� . . Good weather brought thous�ds-of . spectators to the waterfront aiid.�:doz� ens of boats into the harlxil'. for the - . annual rittia1 which pays ml>�t� c. tp - those fishermen who have died chinng : the past year and asks for profocfom, good luck, and .safe ajld bo�ntiful seas ' · for the year ahead� · · -. . .·. · · •· - ·. •· Rep. Gerry E. Studds (D-Mass.) was the principal · sp¢aker of- the day, and both he and N ew Bedford Mayor Brian J. Lawler sang the ,praises of · the city's fishing fleet and the Coast Guard . . It was a truly ecumenical event. From the reviewing stand on the deck · · - ., · r ·. � : ' ·.• . ;_ , _- . • Yes , the Portuguese · kriow how to . thro� a party-and .a well deserved one at that. These are a people proud of their families, their traditions and thei.r ·heritage. Throughout the past yeats,.: they· haye stuck together in good •times and bad-and this was one of . the good times'"--'ll. day to celebrate and· be with each other. ..·. Aboard the Tina & Vina nothing · was going to upset the day-not even · the radio announcement that this year's Winner was the,Luzo American/, and . that the Tina & Vinti had come in second. Because, after all, with Goers pro­ tection . . . there's always next year. . of the 3 1 1-foot Coast Quant �utter, the USCG Unimak; Rev. c. Ucifuird Newbert, chaplain of the Seamen's · Bethel, said, "We gather today to honor all of thoSe who go down to the . sea in ships " The Rev. John F. Ho­ gan, pastor of St. Julie BiHiart Church in µearby Dartmouth; Mass. , asked f0r blessings forthe · 'brave and Sturdy men" who: b� ,in th� catch and th� . \ . · _ - .. - · sels that participated mihe . 1 6th annllal Blessing of the Fleet in New Bedford, . · : ·• . . ·side-..of her hull , dearly visi�le to the , judg�s . aboard tl)e USCG. Unfmak as she ;passe_d by: Friends and relatives of the captain and crew were aboard­ .. bringirlg with them lawn chairs on which to'telax and incredible amounts of delicious Portuguese food to last the: day. Grills were fired up for steak am;l;freshly-�ught fish; wine, beer,and SOft_driJ:tkS flowed; and there WCI,$ plenty of smging and dancing onboard as the boat left . the prcx;ession and headed out ihrough the Cape Cod . Canal in celebration. _. - ·'s ' - OD �less ?ur Fleet,'' �·God Bless New Bedford . . . . - :�." "We . ,. Are 'Jbc Wodd;-' "Eal Fisli .America;" Those were some of th({ signs and slogans d�ratirigJhe fis:hilig ves­ G . - , . . The nia & Vina w.S One of 42 &hlni �ts �pathig � · this year's Blesmng ·of- the' . . �t.ceremomesJn New Bedford, Ma.. • . . .. . , . . sels that gathered to take part in the . day's festivi ties . . More fishing boats participated this year than in the past-42 in allpos�ibly be�� tllree,- cash prizes . . . . · · . . . · . . -Tina & Vina was unable to participate . in the annual event, bqt the year before . she came fo. second , and the year before that she came in third. This year her c�w was hoping for the t. op prize-! / '· ' ,fhe boat had just .had her yeady paint job;· Banners hung from every . · · · · wer((-�Uig offered for. ..the- �st dec& rated boats:�$1 ,000 for first place, $500 for second place, and $250 for third · · · available rail; arid paper rosettes spelled out "WE ARE THE WORLD" and· "WE • U.S.A. " from the starboard place. On most of the boats, American and Portuguese flags ftew side by side (the l>oriugue s� make up nearlv 80 pe,rc_ent' of . the. New · Bedford - · · · COVCl'CK h1Hm"'11"1 , bt an ate over the fteet. A pray_er and paper rosettes .as they passed by was added by the Very Rev. Constari- . the i:ece�vitig; ·stand witb horns �nd tme , S. Bebis of the local Greek Or­ sirens blaring. .. · . thodox Church for. protection of .com­ . Th�r� .were: fewer wQ<>den ves sels . , �ereial and private � dUrlng'.' 'heavy . at this year's event as more and more seas and perilous , dat:�· nights." of the steel�hulled scallopers and dtag­ The three clergymen . then-sprinkled gers steadily take over. Some '.of'.the holy water on a long proeession of boats . were freshly painted_; and . some ooat�ftom: · the. scallopers and drag� . wore the scars of rust that come ftoin gers that make up the New Bedford . . jus't a week �Hea. . fishing fleet-to the rowboats , motor­ TypiC� ofthe- �eaworti:.Y: New Bed­ boats, sailboats and Coast Guard vesford : boats participating in this year's Btessing of the Fleet was the Tina & Vina, a 9��foot stertl t_rawler� The five� year-Otd vesset WitJi a·bealti of 24 feet · and a� 13�foot,dratt, wa:s btiilt in MO­ bile, Ala. and is' kept in tip-top shape by her owner/captain; Carlos Vassal , a native of Portugal . Last year the · · .. · · . · , ·. · . - Meet Me ·at the Auction · { ' The days start . early for the fisha week in the small auction room, ermen of New Bedford. Scallopers the chalkboard lists each returning . and draggers retUrning from the ferboat and its catch: union boats on theleft, non-uruon boats oft the right. tile fishing grounds on Georges Bank in the Gulfof Maine and on the Grand Buyers, phones in hand, do the bid­ . Banks off the coast: of Nova Scotia . diflgfor sc�lops, cod, flounder and tie �p a* piers . 3 and 4 to inak� their haddoek. Two meri:at tlie 'thalkboard way to the auc tion house. There they · change the figures �itheach bid. And li&Hhe_ir catch on the.chalkboard and . in 22 minutes it's all over. . . . wait for tlie �uetfori"'.fo beglli . For �he .·· , Cr�Wlill mbe: m�(�s standing . . scallopers, ifs 1 a.Di. ; for the drag� · · in the hack r0om watch 'the process · . . · . . gers;· 8 a.m'. . · thr "" .. 1.. ..... g1 . rom u�u· � 6e � wm ow. o " ' : t e t e e r. th al · c n ; The- auction h u is e th€* · at h w tell h to 1e � ar¢:' ey t tbet� o ' life ·a:·,n �w B�orrl�-" ™1io 'di fi;,;.�.;.;. · · "'1<116 · · hate ' r t hei<iat�h 'will be. · · · . arid nlaicltiuned by th ·City of New · . · . :a��;'. little has cbanged the� < : men nUu arou�4- out.Si(fe ttie 'ih· );�-� /There has beCn : ooi;mod• . mall au.ctioo h .· e h pigg f9fa job �nlizatioii �r coilJputeriiatioii"in the . unJoiuiing the fish at '9rie �f th� ?6 way the bidd1ng' 1s clone. F�v:e days> locat pro.cess�rig plants. _ . - · - , . .. · . SIU Secretary Jee DiGiorgio (in white cap) enjoys the feast a� the ,T� & Vina during the Bies.mag of the Fleet ceremonies. 16 / LOG I September 1 985 · SIU Htadquariers R.ep Sack Caffey (I.) applauds the fleet as·it goes by the reviewing stand to be ble!Wed by the· priests. . · · . ·. · . , · . , over -..:- . · itnd - . , . - . Other . _ . .- a· ,p · .· . . · . �. . A· S I U esta de vosta em New Bedford Hist6ria e fotos de DEBORAH GREENE Tradu�o por FRANCOIS, FRANK JOIA . e JOAO COELHO HENRI ·A UNIAO Internacional Seafarers . voltou a New Bedford. Em 1979 os pescadores da regiao de New Bedford, votaram para se desa­ filiarem, vindos da SIU eles fazem parte da uniao dos pescadores de New Bedford, afiliados, com os Seafarers Uniao Internacional do norte da Ame­ rica. Iles sao uma organizacao aut6numa com a sua propria constituicao e contracto. A SIU teve um pequeno contacto com os oficiais da uniao dos pesca� dores de New Bedford. E , quando I �:�:�:;r-;��:"E �;::: i Teamsters Local 59, ai ja nao tinham caminho para prever o que vinha cair. Nestes ultimos seis anos, os pescadores de New Bedford estiveram sob um contracto com a local 59 do International Brotherhood dos Team� sters (IBT) e durante esses seis anos, elestiveram um serio declfneo na industria piscatoria de New Bedford. Eles tiveram para mais de 1 ,500 trabalhadores uniunistas, e agora sao pouco menos que 600. . Para esses pouces pescadores sO-: breviverem toma-se dificil e, e neces-_ sario ser-se duro, OS pr�os do peixe caiu derivado aos competidores estrangeiros que encheram o merf;:ado li · k '"- . . . t&��-�l_i��!lilil [iill! . • .. SIU Agente Sindic81 Joe Piva de New Bedford a diteita, adininistra para oS membros do Seafarers, 0 juramento para OS membros novos, que levantain os livros. Frank Joia, orgaDizador e representante; Michael Perron; Gene Magan, organizador e representante e Robert Miller� · · vem vir com as elei�6es que esperamos nas pr6ximas semanas , isto e a inten�o da SIU para deixar que todos os barcos tenham direito ao vato-e as elei�6es irao continuar ,pelos pr6ximos seis meses. Washington, D.C. Par ajudar a voltar a corrente, que muita pressao a industria piscatmia estafazendo; Mas a SIU pode ajudar! e sob as responsabilidades do Joe Piva, director sindical da SIU im New Bedford, pescadores e donos de barcos esrao vindo cada vez mais � . apr¢seJ!tar _os factos e * · * * As quest6es p6em-se; nao imJ)orta �. ·qi,ie:-Po<leriiJazer reintn il,te a:s SIU, pr6blemt\S · pari, :/unU.�- -:reprcs"eiita�aty · r)ara aj\idW''itisau'."a iodustria pisealona· digna e:: pi-0,pna;.: �::..ct>isas · �derao ser feitas para resolver .essa · de NbwT�amst.ers· . situ�ao. Local 59 nliO fizeram1 Ktesposta'.Pdde . ec:dr9riJ;.4ii�: os ·. ' Piva com a assistencia de tres representantes, Gene r.fagan, Frank Joia >Ant:ericano�m aS suas imp0rta¢es. r . e I;lenri raDc.QiS; e · os talentQHJ.egO'Os custos do seguro subiram derha� .· dadore de SIUNk Vice Pr.esidente, siado alto, e foram canceladas muitas Jack Caffey (que e assistente e$pecial -�polices de segµro, e mais serao e com do Presidente da SIU F.1uuc Drozak) mais frequencia. Esses problema:s veem�lhe fazen�o c0�pai1fila nas d�. afectam a industria piscatoria ein todp . · .··ea ,. P.Qr dois. :ano , ' veem,,Jhe. dizendo o pafs, nao e s6 em New Bedford, a . que gos�m � que · Podetn re�olver cidade onde o vaior do dollar e mais os problemas dos pestadores. Ou vindo . o que eles precisam e falando acerca alto do que em outros portos dos estados unidos. dos PfOgramas para refazer a indus· A cidade onde a industria piscatoria tria. teve 0 potencial de se elevar-os ' �Quan.do escrevemos, a SIU ja tern organizados 140 dos 2 10 barcos da Teamsters Local 59 ignoraram os profrota, ate ao fim do ano este numero blemas dos pescadores eles falharam porque mlo serviram esses barcos e ira chegar provavelmente perto dos falharao com qualquer programa le_1 75 barcos e 1 ;500 inembros. 85 dos gislativo em qualquer lugar ou em barcos ja estao certificados; . o resto ser encontrada em muitas> areas diferentes. '. Pri:ineiro OS novos: mernbros farao um juramento dentro da uriiao ; e re.:. ceberao os semi livros cia SIU estabetecendo um real seguro de protec�ao com a uniao, qualquer coisa que eles nunca tiveram com os Teamsters Loca:l 59. Segundo aSIU mantera uma casa pr6pria onde os eiri/pregados irao procurar trabatho de pescador quando vierem dos seus portos, OU quando forem para outros portos onde trabalhem no mar-alto OU tnembros de terra e lagos;.grandes, para manter essa pr6pria casa do pescador os pescadores teem para onde ir e falar contra as infrac�6es ao conttacto, e outros problemas que que eles queiram apresentar eles ja- riao . se preocuparao muito para atranjar emprego, otl procurar no bar," OU na doca, pois ele ja 0 pode fazer nesta casa. Terceiro e muito importante, sao as opurtuni�ades extraordinarias de educ�ao denf . ro da SI U A uniao mantem um largo treino e facilidades para se elevar nessa escola Seafarers Harr}' Lunde.berg, escola de mari_timos em Piney Point. Md. A escola ,e chamada a coisa mais fina do genero no pals. Pescadores . irao t�r opurtunidade para tirar cursos com .6s seus SIU irmas e irmaos e elevar as . slias pr6pnas capacidades. A escola mantem . um barco de pesca todo operacional para providenciar a fotnic<;ao e ma­ nut�m;ao de material ria pe�c-a modema.. Tambem sao oferecidos cutsos · edu­ cacionais incluindo aprendizagein de ingles, programas estudados da es­ cola-alta (High School) e prograinas ' · · · . . .· · · . · A finalidade da SIU, e juotar todos. o8 pescadores dos barcos. do porto8 de New B�ord', Gloucester e Costa Oeste. -. · basicos educacioriais para adultos, eles oferecem tambem um programa de colegio (College) para quern desejar continuar os seus estudos. Isto era a nossa preocupa�ao no passado. Mas a filosofia da SIU e tentar providenciar a qualidade de vida piµ-a todos os membros, e essa edu- �aq e a chave -para abrir muitas �rtas�.qtie.s� encontram, e continuam .fecfi�as e ·P� 'o pesc�or educ�ao pode "vi.I' a se� cnitra v'�tageiil i><>r ser bem treinado e certificado o resuliado pcXJera estar, no ctistQ b$o do seguros . fla muitas. outras oianeiras, em que a SIU p6de ajudar os pescadores de New Bedford: todo o pescador ini ter um cartao de identific�ao medica, procedimento rapido para processos medicos nesta altura alguns sistemas da casa de venda do peixe (auction house) sao e estao antiguados e nao sao direitos, como tambem OS problemas dos seguros nao nos ajudam presentemente a SIU vai dar seguranc;a no trabalho a meta da SIU e juntar todos os pescadores�esde os pescadores de New- Bedford e Glocester, ate aos pesfadores·; da costa oeste quantos mais homens · e barcos nos representar-mos ma.is aita a nossa voz, sera ouvida nas se:tlas· do congresso e asSlln podera ser dado a industria 0 que ela merece por parte do govemo federal. . :; , r.i , . . " ii ·• r !· · ! i I . . * * i '. J: * . N6s estamos a olhar por toda a industria-n6s podemos representar melhor OS nossos membros. Estao a n�ssa disposi�ao asJerramentas para ajud.at os pe.scadores de New Bedford. Isto e uma questao de vantagem em rela�ao a eles. "Esperamos transformar New Bed­ ford num porto de pesca modelo, " afirmou o Pre sidente d a SIU, Frank Drozak. ' 'Quero agradecer aos oficiais da Uniao e colaboradores de New Bedford, por um traba:lho bem exe­ cutado. Todavia, o trabalho agora e que come�ou. Em meu pr6prio nome e no de todos os membros da SIU, damos as boas-Vindas aos nossos pes­ cadores , para a Fratemidade do Mar.'' . � f �· . • /. ' , { :: ·,:,;: · September 1 985 I LOG I 1 7 l' /. ·�� -· --- - -- --- �New Bedford Mass. A Frota Esta Protegida Por Mais u m Ano '' DFrota", "Deus Aben� New EUS Abem;oe a Nossa Bedford", "N6s somos o Mundo", "Come Peixe America. " Estes eram alguns cartazes e slogans que orna- · . mentavam os barcos . de 'pesca que participaram na 16@ Ben<;�o anual da Frotit de New Bedford, Mass. , no mes passado. 0 born tempo trouxe milhares de espectadores a zona portuftria e de· zenas de barcos participaram no rito anual que presta tributo aos pescadores que morreram durante o ano anterior e pede protec<;6, boa sorte e um mar seguro e generoso para o ano que se segue. 0 Congressista Gerry E . Studds (D­ Mass.) foi o orador principal do dia, e tanto ele como o Presidente da. Ca­ mera de New Bedford, Brian J. Law­ ler, teceram elogios a frota piscatoria da cidade e a Guarda Costeira. Poi um acontecimento verdadeira­ mente ecumenico. Da tribuna erguida no conves do cuter de 3 1 1 pes da Guarda Costeira, o USCG Unimak. o Rev. C. Leonard Newbert, capetao da Seamen's Bethel, disse: Reunimo­ nos hoje para prestar homenagem a todos quantos pereceram em barcos no mar." 0 Rev. John F. Hogan, paroco da Igreja de St. Julie Billiart, na vizinha vila de Dartmouth, Mass., implorou as ben<;aos para "os bravos e resolutos homens" que trazem as · pescas e pata a lripula� da Gu8rda Costeira qui ••ufa e vigia a frota. 0 Mui Rev. Constantine S. Bebis da lgreja Ortodoxa Grega local, suplicou a proteci;ao para os barcos comerciais e particulares , nos Ifiomentos de "mar revolto e perigosas noites de tempes. tade. " Os tres membros do clero aspergiram, entao, com agua benta, a longa procissao de barcos--desde os scal­ lopers e arrast6es que formam a frota piscat6ria de New Bedford-ate aos · · · ' · -"l 0 Tina & :-.::_;;.. - Vina foi um dos 42 barcos que partidparam barcos a remos, a motor, a vela e barcos ·da Guarda Costeira que se juntaram para tomar parte nas festi­ vidades do dia. Este ano, participou maior numero de barcos do que nos anos anteriores­ um total de 42-possivelmente porque foram estabelecidos tres premios em dinheiro para os barcos melhor deco­ rados: $ 1 ,000 para o primeiro lugar, $500 para o segundo, $250 para o terceiro. Na maioria dos barcos, viam-se lado a lado as bandeiras Americana e Por­ tuguesa (os barcos Portugueses cons­ tituem cerca de 80 por cento da frota de New Bedfi l"d , o coov� e amu­ radas coben � da frota. 1 8 I LOG I September 1 985 est(! ano, na �o da Frota. em Mobile, Ala. , e e mantido nas melhores condii;oes pelo seu proprie­ tario/capitao, Carlos Vassal, natural de Portugal. No ano passado, o Tina & Vina nao pOde participar neste evento anual, mas no ano anterior ficou em segundo lugar, e no ano antes ficou em terceiro. Este ano a sua tripulai;ao esperava alcani;ar o primeiro lugar! 0 barco havia tido a sua pintura anual. Bandeiras pendiam de todas as amuradas e com rosas de papel se dizia "WE ARE THE WORLD" (N6s Somos o Mundo") e "WE \? U.S.A." de baodciras multico­ res, emblemas, haloes e rosa de papel, enquanto passavam diante da tribuna de honra, ao som das buzinas e sire­ nes. Participaram menos barcos de ma­ deira este ano, pois de ano para ano vao surgindo mais e mais scallopers e arrast6es construidos em ferro. Al­ guns dos barcos acabavam de ser pin­ tados, enquanto outros apresentavam apenas alguns sinais de ferrugem de uma semana no mar. Tipico dos valiosos barcos de New Bedford que tomaram parte na Ben<;ao dos Barcos deste ano, foi o Tina & Vina, um inflexfvel arrastao com 98 pes. Este barco, com 5 anos de idade, tern uma largura maxima de 24 pes e um calado de 13 pes, foi construido 0 Secretarlo da SIU Joe DiGiorgio (com chapeu bnmco) toma parte na festa a bonlo do Tina & Vina durante a cerbnonia da (N6s "amamos" a America), do lado de estibordo do casco, claramente vi­ siveis para osjufzes a bordo do USCG Unimak a medida que passava. Ami­ gos e familiares do capitao e tripulai;ao encontravam-se a bordo--levando consigo cadeiras reclinaveis onde re­ pousavam e quantidades enormes da deliciosa comida Portuguesa para todo o dia. Acendeream-se os fogareiros para as bifanas e peixe fresquinho; abundavam o vinho, a cerveja e os refrescos; e havia musica e dani;a, cantava-se a bordo, ap6s a procissao, enquanto se dirigiam na direci;ao do Canal do Cape Cod para festejar. Sim, os Portugueses sabem organi­ zar uma festa-e bem rrierecida neste caso. Sao pessoas com afincado or­ gulho pelas suas familias, suas tradi­ <;6es e herani;as. Ao longo dos ultimos anos, tem-se mantido unidos nos mo­ mentos bons e maus-e este foi um dos bon�m dia para celebrar e es­ tarem uns com os outros. A bordo do Tina & Vina nada iria alterar o born espfrito do dia-nem mesmo a noticia na radio de que o vencedor deste ano era o Luzo American I, e que o Tina & Vina tinha ficado em segundo lugar. Porque, para alem de tudo, com a ajuda de Deus . . . ha sempre um pr6ximo ano! Vindo da Central o Representante da SIU Jack Caffey (I.) aplaUde a frota de barcos que vai pmsando para serem benzidos pelos padres. A frota �ue em Hnha, para esperarem a sua vez de serem a�oados. Vamos . Ate a . Lota Os dias comei;am cedo para os pescadores de New Bedford. Scal­ lopers e arrast6es regressando das ferteis zonas de pesca do George Bank, no Golfo do Maine, e dos Grand Banks ao largo da Nova Es­ c6cia atracam as docas 3 e 4 para se encaminharem para a lota. Ai, alis­ tam a sua pescaria no quadro e aguar­ dam o comei;o da lota. Para os scal­ lopers, e as 7 da manha; para OS arrastoes, as 8. 0 edificio da lota e o centro real da vida piscat6ria de New Bedford, Propriedade e manuteni;ao da cidade de New Bedford, pouco se tern mo­ diifoado ao longo dos anos. Nao se tern modernizado ou computarizado no processo de arrematai;ao. Cinco dias p0r semana, na pequena sala principal da Iota, as listas do quadro a giz registam'cada barco que chega e SUa pesca: OS barCOS da uniao, a esquerda; os que nao esta na uniao, a direita. Os compradores, com te­ lefones na mao, arrematam os scal­ lops, bacalhau, flounder (solha) e haddock. Dois homens de servi<;o aos quadros, alteram os numeros com cada lani;o. E em 22 minutos, tudo termina. Membros da tripulai;ao e ajudan­ tes, em pe ao fundo da sala, obser­ vam o processo atraves de uma larga vitrina. Mesmo dali, poderao dizer quanto rendera a sua parte na pesca. Outros agitam-se impaciente­ mente, fora da ·pequena sala da lota, na esperim�a--de terem trabalho na descarga do peixe, para uma das 26 fabricas locais de processamento do mesmo. �I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I •• m Seafarers I n te r n a t i o n a l U n io n of N orth Amer i c a . AF L -C I O Washington Report The August recess is -a time-honored Washington tradition. Just when the halls of Congress are filling up with tourists, they are being emptied of professional politicians, lobbyists and anyone remotely connected to the power structure. The maritime industry has used this time to take stock of its priorities. High on the list of issues that will have to be addressed in the upcoming months are the following: cargo preference, passenger vessels and tax reform. Of course the maritime industry does not eXist in a vacuum. It is going to have to adjust to a new period of political uncertainty. The 1986 elections loom large in the minds of the 22 Republican and 14 Dem­ ocratic senators up for re-election. In ad­ dition, there has been a sudden and dramatic shift in the public' s perception of such issues as international trade, defense spending and South Africa. What does all this mean to seamen? A great deal. To put it simply, things are very tough. The latest statistics reveal·that -- - .. ·:" _ September 1 985 Legi s l a t i ve . A d m i nistrative and Rt:: g ula torv H a p p e n ings most notably the growing budget and trade deficits, are far more important. "You know, I'm not an economist," said Sen. Robert Dole (R-Kan.), majority leader of the Senate . " I can't predict, but I think we're heading for some economic problems in, probably, '86, if not, '87, unless we deal with the �eficit. And if we don't deal with the trade deficit, we're going to pass a lot of protectionist legis­ lation . . . . " I don't know of any economist; ' ' said Dole, "who doesn't urge us to do some­ thing on the deficit side . . . . Our interest payments thjs year are going to be $150 billion. They're going up to over $200 billion by . the end of the decade. That's bigger than the entire federal budget not many years ago, so iCs a problem: " ance to cover damage or loss of their vessels, and protection and indemnity in­ surance to cover insurance to their crews. ' ' We are making this issue a high prionty, ' ' said Drozak. ' ' Something needs to b e done to save the American fishing industry. " - CDS Payback A court ruling is expected to be handed down shortly that will clarify the status of the administration's plan to allow repay­ ment of Construction Differential Subsi­ dies. Earlier this year, non"'.�inding language was included in the State, Comme_rce, Justice Conference report that requisted that the Secretary of Transportation not implement a proposed rule - that would allow operators engaged in foreign trade - to enter the coastwise routes as long as they repai<;l their Construction Differential Subsidies. Passenger Vessels SIU President Frank Drozak has. thrown the Union' s support behind s: 146 1 , a bill Military Cargo that would allow American-built but foreign-registered vessels to be redocuThere has been a disturbing pattern in the enforcement, or rather the lack of mented under the American registry. enforcement, of agreements and statutes ·�we are pleased that S. 146 1 would . th . . th�re·�e� . �wert.1lan5l<tvessels-r. eii.stered.-- · · .. . . create a window ofoppc)rtunity to foster .. i at require the use ()f U.S.-flag vessels _ _ _ flag� Out . merchant _ to carry military cargo purchased from the · •ndet the �American· · further . e xpansion of the dOmestic fleet, ' ' .. . · -United· States. said Drozak. ' ' In -1959� there were 44 marine is one-fifth the size of the Soviets. The issue is aroltsing concern among flying - the U .S . flag. - passenger vessels Once the largest in the world, it now ranks . pro-maritime figures. Earli�r - this month Today, the nation has but two deep-sea alongside such "giants" as the Philippines · Rep. }lelen Delich Bentley,(R-Md.) called vessels to take advantage of the cruise .and the Netherlands. :·, ·:, ·: : : _. . _ market which now totals $5 billion and l,s - � Upon the· S9tith i<.oreet:n .gQvemment to correct inequities in the use of U .S.-ftag growing yearly. " Cargo Preference · vessels . to carry military cargo purchased Drozak also noted that these passenger .- A tentative compromise has been reached from the United States. vessels could be used to auginent this betweenthe.rttaritime industry .and various . According to Bentley, during the past nation's sealift • capability; He compared segments of the fatJn corillnuriity on the 1 1 years the South Korean government the present state· of the .American-flag question of cargo preference. If that com­ has Jailed to li�e upto the terms of various passenger vessel industry tO that_ of the promise is accepted by Congress, then the agreements that require the use of tJ . S . Soviet Union, which operates 87 vessels percentage of P.'L. 480 cargo that is carried vessels to carry cargoes, particularly miland i s expected to grow to nearly 100 in on American-flag vessels will be increased itary goods, purchased on credit. the next five years. from 50 to 75 percent over a three-year A similar situation exists between this period. American-flag requirements relat­ country and the government of Iceland. South Alriea ing to blended credit, payment-in-kind, The government there has put pressure on There is a growing feeling that some BICEP and other such "commercially­ the State Q�partment to ease up on Amer­ kind of blow-up is inevitable in South oriented" programs will be dropped. ican�ftag requirements. While this does Africa. A day does not go by without some While the normally fractitious maritime not directly affect any SIU vessel, it does new report of violence there. industry is united on this matter, the ag­ set a dangerous precedent that could The ties that organized labor has made riculture community is split right down weaken this nation's military cargo pref­ to the black trade union movement in that the middle. The SIU will continue to work erence laws, tragic country will be an important, and for enactment of this compromise because perhaps the only, link that the United Drucs it believes that it serves the needs of both States will have with any post-apartheid industries. The SIU has submitted comments on a government. " Both maritime and agriculture have proposed Coast Guard ruling dealing with been victims of unfair trade practices , " drug and alcohol abuse. Insurance Crisis said SIU President Frank Drozak earlier The Coast Guard ruling is part of a this year when this cargo preference issue Hearings were held by the House Mer� larger societal trend. All across the coun­ first began to heat up. "By fighting among chant Marine Subcommittee to look into try there has been a growing determination ourselves, we draw attention away from the growing crisis in the fishing industry. to do something to arrest drug and alcohol the really important issues that need to be Commercial operators o{ fishing vessels abuse, especially when such behavior would addresssed: the overvalued American dol­ have found it increasingly difficult to ob- · endanger the lives and safety of other co­ lar, subsidized foreign competition, and a tain insurance for their businesses. workers. lack of a coherent national policy on trade SIU Representative Leo Sabato of The SIU has long been a pioneer in this and economic development. ' ' Gloucester reports that the -fishing indus­ field. Ten years ago it opened up the try was au but called off because of· this Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center in Valley Tax Reform issue. Hundreds of fishermen are being Lee, Md. Within the next few months, it While the administration has vowed to forced to leave the country. will expand that program to include drug make tax reform a top priority, many Commercial fishing vessel operators re.. abuse, which has become a serious na­ quire two types of insurance: hull insureconomists believe _ that other matters, tional problem.·. · c _ ._ (:' ' · _ September 1 985 I LOG I 19 ��=======�==� �25 Years With the SIU · Cranford Named Claims Administrator, Aims SIU President Frank Drozak has made the reorganization ofthe Welfare Plans claims department a number one priority of the Union. This month he named Tom Cranford; a 25-year Plans veteran, to be Claims Administrator, and brought him into the Union's Camp Springs, Md: headquarters. · for Improved Service The move froni Brooklyn to Mary.-. "If we know where each claim is, land, the growing number of claims .. when a member or even a provider submitted and the problems of finding · calls with a question, we will be able trained and .- qualified employees for to locate it immediately and let them the department have led to a slow­ .know exactly what the status is," down in processing, Cranford said. ·Cranford · explained. Currently it takes about 40 days, Department employees are being and sometimes longer, for a claim to trained in specialized areas, such as be processed. ''A. 14�ay turnaround processing, coding or answering mem­ or even less is what we are shooting bers' inquiries. Also, with the addition for, that's my goal," Cranford said. · of a night shift designed especially to "I've seen a lot of progress already . . help Seafarers on the West Coast, the A lot of paper was just getting backed new toll-free telephone number, the · up arid never got out of the house," addition of a new answering service he said. and the simplification of the claims Cranford, , since he began at Camp form, Cranford said he hopes the SIU · Springs, and other claims department membership will begin to receive bet­ . staffers have reviewed the entire op­ ter service. eratio� and · 10cated many problem Cranford is a Kentucky native who areas, and those problems are in the process 9f bemg straightened out. came to work for the SIU in New York in 1960. In his 25 years with the Also, a more efficient system of keeping track of claims, from the mo­ SIU, Cranford has gained experience , ment they are received at headquarters in all areas of the union s welfare and until the check is issued, is · being Pension departments. He is married developed, he said. and the father of three children. · Tum Cranford, the newly · appointed Clabns Administrator for the SIU Welfare Plans, says bis goal is to be able to process a member's claim within 14 days, as opposed to the · current 40-day average. · · ·· rend�rlng B New .Ships · carry This is an artist's or a t8nke�. are all built to same specifications, and after a layup the Falcon Duchess has been recrewed. FBlcon The Fakon tankers At Sea /��ITTJ ® IT3® Hill Grou p Can't Find Cargo Policy, Again In 1983 Congress' Office of Technology Assessment (OTA) concluded that the United States had no cargo policy. Last month the same group still couldn't find a U.S. cargo policy. The OTA studied such issues as cargo preference, UNCTAD, bilateral agreements, other countries' polic_i es. The group recommended more studies. Drozak Named to Maritime Caucus SIU President Frank Drozak was one or "14 members selected for the newly­ created Congressional Marltline Caucus Advisory Board. The caucus will draft an "action plan aimed at stimulating legislative and regulatory initiatives aimed at revit�ing the maritime fudustry ," said caucus chairman Rep. Walter Jones .. (D-N.C�). Aloag.with the 14 member 'board made tip of tabor and itidustry leaders, some JZ: House members have joi®d the caucus . . Unl.iJte so many other �-�study gn}ups;· the caucus bas a· deadline, March, to draft and present a proposal. , . · Bill vyould Ban ·· . Fo reig n Fishing" Foreign fishing boats could disappear from America's 200-mile · fishiiig zone by as early as 1989 under a bill introduced by Sen. Slade Gorton (R�Wash.). Gorton said his bill would encourage the- development: of the U.S. fishing industrY 's harvesting and processing aspects. 20 I ' .; >,t;:, �-�' .. L9.� I September. 1 985 i the SIU Crews . The SS Fairwind and the MV Gus W; 'Darnellate two recent additions · to the SIU's deep-sea fleet. The Fairwind, a bulker operated by American Fairwind, Inc., crewed up in Philadelphia on Aug. 17 with an unlicensed crew of 14. Her maiden voyage took her to Kenya with a lo�-4 of grain. Ibe.Qus .W. l)amell, a T-5 Navy tanker chartered. toQceanShlpholding, :Jnc., gained another 15 Unli�ensed jobs for the SIU when she crewed up Sept. 9 in 'Tampa. A third ship, the Gem State, is soon to be added to the deep-sea fleet. Interocean Management has. been awarded a .contract to operate this crane ship for the Navy and, like her sister ship, the Keystone State, will provid� another 20 unlicensedjobs for our members, Also Falcoo Tankers recrewed the Falcon Duchess. The Duchess carries an unlicensed crew of 15. After seven years in layup in the James Ri�er. �ast Coast Ready Reserve Fleet the Atlanti c Spiritis no\V � with a crew of Seafarers fotAcadiaMarml·T11e Spirii, forrtl.edf the Atlantic Bear, sailed for only six months before its original owners went bankrupt. Acadia bought the ship for $20 million from Marad and spent more to refurbish_her. The Spirit will run in the Puerto Rico trade. Greek Captain Charged in Stowaway Deaths A Greek freighter captam has been charged with forcing 1 1 Kenyan stowaways to jump overboard in shark�infested Indian Ocean waters. None survived. The drama is unfolding in a Greek court where the captain and 10 crew­ members face charges in the alleged beatings and deaths of the stowaways. The second mate ofthe freighter Garifaliatestified that the 1 1 were discovered after the ship left Mombasa, Kenya. First, according to the mate, the stowaways we�e kept in a tiny tool shed for two days with little fOod or water. When they began to beg for help, the captain beat two of them with a hull scrapper and · attempted to throw another overboard, the niate said. _ Two were given lifejackets and · forced overboard about 12 miles off the coast of Somalia, and later the otherirwere forced overboard, the mate testified. He also said the name of the ship was erased from all the lifejackets provided the. stowaways. The trial is continuing. · Fish�rman's · Survival Studied Last March an Icelandic fisherman survived. five hours in 41 degree water and three more hours walking barefoot through freezing air and snow before beiilg rescued. The fisherman is now the subject of intensive tests by hypo�hermia e_xperts. · · Wheri the fisherman's boat capsized off the coast of �celand, he and two companions entered the water. His compani®s were dead .within 10 minutes. Doctors in London have tried to recreate the conditions in a laboratory to take readings of the fisherman's body composition and heat loss to find out why the fisherman lived through an. experience which' would have killed most people within an hour and a. half at most. . . . . . _ �Plans Strive for Better, More Efficient Service r-----------------------------------------------------------, Form No. P-116 I Re". 8/85 · I I I I I I SEAFARERS MEDICAL BENEFIT APPLICATION APPLICATION FOR BASIC AND MAJOR MEDICAL BENEFITS­ HOSPITAL-SURGICAL-MEDICAL-MEMBER OR DEPENDENT I SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN, 5201 AUTH WAY, CAMP SPRINGS, MARYLAND 20746 Claim No.( _______ ) : I I 0. 000 DD DODD: -------�-- tc Empl rermi m·n lt h lhc 1cd mi I d " V F.l. The Seafarers Welfare Plan is con­ tinuing to add new services so Seafar­ ers and their dependents can count on a more efficient and swifter claims ------- c:d in I t r l I 1 n process. lnL d ti cp nth Expanded Phone Service Means Claims Help Coast to Coast The newest service is the addition of a high-technology answering device D for the new toll-free telephone line to the claims department. The answering service is designed to speed up action on your claim and give you better 4 ticnt' Barth ame e: . ·o ..tdr cm . H vc D noO ye Iaim You ye , d access to the Plans. The "800 number" telephone lines __ ODD DD DODO will be manned by trained claims pro­ cessors for at least two shifts to pro­ r ·c? I c: ·c vide service for members in all time zones. If aU the processors are busy I euthortze the ,...._ of eny medk:al lntonMllon nee111wry to proceee this cWm . On 0 with.calls, or you call after hours, the new answering service will take over. ' --------� c H ear d whue D n Here's What You Must Do D You should be prepared to give the following information: 1d 11 h ppcn. ------lure *Your name IC *Your Social Security number *Your telephone number Section 2. Physician's statement. (Complete this statement in all cases.) I. Patient's Name 2. Date patient first treated for present disability ______ 3. Diagnosis S:S, No. · 19 __ Home D D O. DD __ *T . he nature of your problem or DODD ' __ claims .;____________ (Please furnish essential details) a result of pregnancy? yes 0 no 0 5. In your opinion. is disability caused by the patient's employment yes 0 0 yes no 0 within one working day. - If not. release·u_._ ________ I dates of treatment at Home or Office Charge per Physician's Name call bers with the most efficient and best __ possible Welfare claims service. Effective ______ Total medical charge $ Date ------- (Please Print) No. Street City ____ 19·----- State Zip Code Physician's Signature: ________________ _ Federal I.D. No. ---'--- Physician's S.S. No. ------- COMPLETE IF HOSPITAL CONFINED 8. Entered ------- at ___ AM _, ___ __ 19 , and left at __ --- AM --� --- 19 __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ and discharge summary is required. SIU SIU, A&G welfare participants, and will be available in all SIU halls. To make it easier, all that you or your dependent need do is fill out the yellow section of the form. But, make sure you include all information, in­ cluding PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY. HOSPITAL TOTAL CHARGES $, 9. If hospital charges exceed $5,000.00 admission 1985, The new forms are being mailed to all Address ------Telephone Number 1, ERS BENEFIT APPLICATION form. _ _ _ _ __ ------ October members must use the new SEAFAR­ _____________________ $ the new medical claims form (at left)­ are all designed to provide SIU mem­ 19 7. (a) Give dates of treatment at Hospita'-----th) Give th�t inf()rmatio�, a processor will get back to you device, extensive computerization and If so, please explain why·------- 6. Is this person under your professional care at present'' r you give These new services-the answering 0 no ·question Af't� Office ______________________________ 4. Is disability "I PAYMENT CREDITS-PATIENT $. _ _ _ _ _ _ __ PAYMENT CREDITS-OTHER CARRIER(S) $. _______ _ BALANCE DUE $•------ COMPLETE IF SURGERY PERFORMED OR EMERGENCY ROOM TREATMENT 10. Nature of Operation Operatio•IL--- by Dr. All claims must be submitted within 180 days from the date of discharge from the hospital. If you have any question about your claim, contact your SIU Port Repre­ sentative, or your Area Vice Presi­ dent, or call this Toll-Free Phone Num­ ber: 1-800-345-2112. ___________ _ 11. Number of sutures if accidental injury 12. Date of Operation�-� J9 __ Where? Home __ Office __ Hospital.__ Amount of your charge for this operation $ ____ _ _ _ _ NOTE: If more than one surgery performed, show charge for each. I I I ------- I I �-----------------------------------------------------------� 13. Remarks Here Are Your SIU ------ Area Vice Presidents East Coast: Leon Hall, (718) 499- 6600. Gulf Coast: Joe Sacco, 1-800-325- 2532. West Coast: George McCartney: (415) 543-5855. Inland & Great Lakes: Mike Sacco, (314) 752-6500 September 1985 I LOG I 21 , ·, �Bay Tankers Wins Contract . . . Regulus /s. First of 4 NewJy�Refitted · SL�rs .._, · ' : ··: ' · . 1:·�, ' :;:, . ' ...... .. : if.oi:e\ban, t�' $ro:jobs were ere:> ated:�Ji�ri·»(lr'(aiikeij: Inc. wbn the: coritract:to ol)erat:e·the remaining fotrr � ' · · . .· . -.' the ro'�er Sea".Land �cfitmge and waS cort\rerled by' the N�onaJ. Steel . . . for SJU :::" �·; . ' and SbipbUilding Company . . . Sl::.•7FastSealiftShips for theMilitary . ·' Each Fast .Sealift Ship, . or T-AKR· Sealift .Command. The first four are . is powered·by two 60,000 horsepower · operated by sea-Land and. crewed by. · steam. turbine engines and can �ch , Seafar�rs. speeds as high as 33 knots. The srups · will carry vehicles and other .fatge . · .. · · · . �c) for cotllbat support missions for ' · ihe Afn\y �- Marine Co:rps, · ne last . ' tJu:eC, T-AKR _ships are ' due .to � crewed' within the next 6 months ; . · . . ·. I Bosun Fred Sellman Here's the deck departmeBt ooboard the R�ulus (left to right) OS Ayvaziu, AB Richard CamplJeD and OS Randy Black. 22 I LOG I September 1 985 Boo . Ricbanboo, AB Skve B�, AB and · � delegate Ecidie . . Wiper Willie Boward checks out the LOG. �Ovf?rseas ft.retie Pays · · orr 1n Port of Pbiladelphia · . · The Overseas Arctic was in Phila­ delphia recently for a payoff. At right on the Arctic 's deck is crewmem­ ber Pete Kratas . Below; preparing a meal prior fo the payoff are galley to·.r .) Crew Messman James R � ' Buggs , BR Clarence Williams and Chief Cook Tr�vis _ Mainers, · on deck are (l. to r.) OS Toni Reynolds and ABs (and brothers) Ernest and Lawrence Zepeda. the mates (l. · - KNOW YOU,R RIGHTS '·, · R P RTS FINANCIAL E O . The constitution Of the SIU ··A..\\�-n t ic . G u l f. Lakes and I n l a n d Waters District makes specifi&"•P � \ Q,..Jor safeguanJing the membership"s � money and Uri!Oil: fina�c� " Tp . c o ti�qtjon req u i res a deta i l ed audit hy Ce rt i fi ed Puhlic -�cc U'tlt<i:�tS evet;y:three months. w h i ch are t o be submitted to'the�membershi·p .­ the Secretary-Treasurer. A q uarterly finance committee of rank and file members. elected by the membership. makes exam i n ation each quarter of the finances of the . U n ion and reports fu l l y thei r findings and recommenda­ tions. Members of t h i s com m ittee m a y make d issenting reports, spec ific recommendations and separate findings. � ·.- K N O W YOUR R I G H TS ' · .. . ' j t f . , SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniot'- ' i t y are protected exc lusive l y by the contracts hetwe.en t he U n ion and the em ployers. Get . to k_now your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are: posted a nd - available i n a l l U n ion halls; I f you feel t_here has been any viol ation of your sh i pp i ng or se n iority rights as contai ned in the contracts between the U n ion and the employers. not i fy the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified m a i l . return re­ ceipt requested. The proper address for t h is is: . Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seaf�ers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Bntannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20146 F u l l copi e s of contracts as referred to are available · to you at all t i mes. either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Boa.rd. CONTRACTS. Copies of all S I U c on t rac ts are avail. i n all. SIU halls.' These contracts specify the wages and conditions under wh ich you work and l ive uboatt! your sh i p or boat. Know your contract rights. as· well as your obl igations. such us : fil i n g for: OT on the proper sheets and i n the proper. manner. I f. at any time. any SIU a bl e · · ----�---- ��-�--¢,. r . : .. : . . .�. CONSTITUTIONAL ., · . : ··r .. RiGHTS ' ANO . OBLIGA- · · · notify U n ion h e a d quarte rs . SEAFARERS POLITICAL AC'tlVITY DONATION -SPAD. S P A D is a se pa r a te segregated fu n d . Its pro­ patrolman or other U n ion otlbal . in your opinion, fai·ls to p rotcc_t your contract rights properly� contact . the near� st S I U port .ag_en L ' . EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. Th e Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article servi n g t he pol itical purposes o f a n y i n d i v i d u a l i n_ t h e U n ion. office r or member. I t · has also_ refrained from publishing . articles deen.1cd harmful to the U n ion or its collective membership. This es t a b l ished pol icy has been reaffirmed . by membership ·,iction at the September. 1 960. meetings in all . const itutiona l ports. The responsibility Log p ol i c y is vested i n an eJitorial board which consists of t he Exec utive Board of lhc U n ion. The Executive Board may · Jc l e g ate. from a m on g its ra nks. one individual to · carry out this respon�ibility. ·for ceeds arc used to further its objects and pur poses i nc h.id� i ng. but not l i m i ted to. further i n g the pol itical. social and economic i n terests of marit ime workers. the ·preservation <ind furthering of t h_c American M erchant M a rine with improved employ ment o p portu n i t i e s for seamen and · boatmen and t he advancement of trade u n ion concepts. l n connection w i t h such objects. SPAn supp<irts and cont ri hutcs to political candid;itcs for e l e c t ive otlicc. A l l contributions arc v o l u n t ary. N o contribut ion may be solicite1.for received because of force. job 1.fr;cri m i n a t ion . financial reprisal.- or .t hreat of such cond uct. or as a con­ dition o f nic m bcr s h i p in t he Union pr o f em p l oy m e n t . I f a cohtrihut ion is made by reason ·(J f th e a biwc improper conduct, noiify t he Seafarers U n io n or S P A D hy certified niai.l within .'1 0 d a y s o f the c ont r i b u t i o n for i n ve st igat ion arid appropriate act ion and refun d . i f involuntary. Sup­ . port SP AD t o protect and further your cconom ic.' pori­ . tical a nd social i n terests. and A merican trade u n ior:i concepts. · · · PAYMENT OF MONIES. N o monies are to b e paid to anyon.e· in any oftic i a l capacity i n the - SI U u n l ess an official U n io n receipt i s given for same. U nder n o c i rc u m ­ stances shou l d a n y member pay ariy money for .any reason u n less he is- given such reccipi. In t he event anyone attempts to require any such, payme n t be made without supplying a recei pt . or i f a member is requ i red t o make a p<iyrncnt and' is given <in ofticial rccc'ipt. _but feels .that h e s h o u l d n o t h a v e heen re q u i red t o niakc such payment. t h i s should in1meJiately be reported to U n kin hc;idquartcrs. H at. any time a member reels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been ·denied his constitutional right of access to Union recoMls or information, he should immediately nc;itify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified ma'il, return receipt-requesied. The � is.5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prine� Georges County, Camp Sprinp, Md. 20746. September 1 985 I LOG l 23 � I, -f i· · · KNO W· ;YOU R RIGH TS, _ ' '. . . : • . . " ._. . . . · ·.� ', • EQUAL RIG HTS. A l l mc m hc rs arc guaranteed equal rights i n employ ment and as members of the S I U . These r i ghts arc clearly set forth i n the S I U const i t u t ion and i n the contracts w h ich the U n ion h;1s negoti ated with the employers. Conseq u e n t l y . · no member m ay be J i scrimi· nated against b ec a u se o f race. creed. color. s C ); and na­ . tional or geogra phic origin. I f any m em ber feels that he i� denied the c4ual rights i o which he is e n i i t l ed . · he s h o u ld TRUST FUNDS. . A l l trust funds of the S I U Atlantic . Gulf. Lakes and I n land Waters District are administered in accordance w i t h the provisions of v � r i ous trust; fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the ' trusfo·e s< ·· in c harge of t hese funds shall equally consist of U nion and management reprcsentutives and their a lternates. All expenditures and d isbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. A l l trust fund financial records are availabfe at the headquarters of the various trust fu n ds . . ··: ': r . TIONS. Copic� of . ihc S I U con s t i t u t i o n arc ;1vailablc in all U n ion halls. All mchlhers � h ou l d obt ain cop ie s of this cor'tstitut ion s o as to fa m i l i a ri ze t h·c mselves with its con­ tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attcrnpt­ ing to deprive y o u of any const i tutional right or ohligation by any methods such as dea l i n g w i th charges. t rials. etc.. as wel l as all other .details. t hen the mcmhcr so affected should immediately notify hcadq u a ricrs. ---¥-.. ' • • -= ·- - -- - --·-- ----- - -- --- --- ----- - ----- ------·- ------ -- ----------- -- - · · · · - -- ---- --- _________.:__ ___. - . . . � �Richard Charles Daly Jr., 38, died Deep Saa Pensioner William at home in Great Neck, Long Island on July 2. Brother Dalyjoined the SIU Julius Bielski, 62, died on Sept. 3. Brother Bielski joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1969 sailing as a wiper. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II and the Korean War. Seafarer Bielski was born in Chicago, Ill. and was a resident of Bremerton, Wash. Surviving are his widow, Dolores and a sister, Bess Mueller of Chicago. Lutheran joined the SIU in suns Program in 1979. Seafarer Daly New Orleans sailing also sailed during the Vietnam War and attended Broome Cty. (N.Y.) Aileen of Binghamton, N.Y. died on Sept. 2. Brother Beasley joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1%0. 1974. Seafarer Garrity was born in Antoinette. Pensioner Frans N . He sailed deep sea and inland as a DeKeyzer, 66, died chief engineer for National Marine Pensioner Arthur Henderson, 71, died , on Aug. 1. Brother Hendersonjoined the on Aug. 18. Brother SIU in 1945 in the Service from 1958 to 1974 and for Gulf DeKeyzerjoined the port of New Orleans Miami, Fla. and was a resident of New York in 1962 was born in Algiers, Canal Lines in 1975. He was born in SIU in the port of Gretna, La. Surviving are a son, Ed­ sailing as an AB. He ward of Slidell, La. and a daughter, hit the bricks in the 1962 Robin Line Cheryl Barrett of Orlando, Fla. Pensioner Alfredo Car­ "Freddie" moega, 67, died of { ,,, arteriosclerosis / .· at home in Brooklyn, N.Y. on Aug. 16. � Brother Carmoega beef. Seafarer DeKeyzer also sailed rock Co. Born in the Netherlands, he was a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of Starke, Fla. Surviving are his widow, Hilda and a sister, Jacoba of the Netherlands. Pensioner port of New York in James "Jim" Michael Faust, beth,.N.J. from 1966 to 1974. Seafarer Carmoeg walked the picket line in arteriosclerosis at home In Baltimore 73, passed away from the Sea-Land shoregang, Port Eliza­ � 1964. Carmoega was born in Puerto Rico. Burial was in St. Denis Ceme­ tery, East Fishkill, N. Y. Surviving is a daughter, Myrta Grencher of Hope­ well Jct., N.Y. Pensioner James Edward Coleman Jr., succumbed to cancer in the M.D. 60, Anderson Hospital, Houston on July 16. Brother Coleman joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1957 sailing as an AB. He also sailed on the Great Lakes in 1%0. Born in Virginia, he was a resident of Galena Park, Texas. Interment was in the Orleans Union patrolman James McGee and his parents, James H. and Josie Coleman Sr. of Stuart, Va. Pensioner Walter Cressman , 72, drowned in Philadelphia on Aug. 8. Brother Cressman joined the SIU in 1939 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a FOWT and engineer. He was on the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime beef and the 1947 Isthmian strike. Born in Sellersville, Pa. he was a resident of Quakertown, Pa. Surviv­ ing is his widow, Miriam. 24 I LOG I September 1985 Paszek of New York City. T homas John Re­ more in 1961 sailing as a chief pumpman, chief electrician, QMED and MEBA District 2 2nd as­ sistant engineer in 1966. He also sailed assistant Surviving on a task force. Faust was a native of Downington, Pa. Cremation took place in the Green Mt. Crematory, Balti­ more. Surviving is a brother, Col. Robert J. Faust of Alexandria, Va. Pensioner Nicolas Villaverde Fer­ nandez, 95, passed away at home in FerroL Courna, as a waiter from 1954 to 1970. Surviv­ ing is a nephew, Manuel M. Villaverde of Ferrol, Coruna. a engineer. is his zeveteb of Shamokin, Pa. Pensioner Michael "Mike" 64, Romalho, succumbed to cancer in St. Mary's Hospital, San Fran+ Lewis, 62, died on cisco . on July. 20. Romalho Brother joined the SIU in Lewisjoined the SIU New Orleans sailing as a recertified Joseph Aug. Francis 9. Brother in the port of Balti- 1944 in the port of chief steward. He graduated from the more in 1952 sailing Union Recertified Chief Stewards Pro­ s iled during the � v 1etnam w ar. s ea- born in British Guiana and was a as an AB. He also farer Lewis was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Bridge­ water, Mass., he was a resident of Brooklyn, N. Y. Surviving are two sons, Stephen and Lionel; two brothers, Donald of Canton, Mass. and James of Cambridge, Mass.; a sister, Orin gram in 1981. Seafarer Romalho was naturalized U.S. citizen. Romalho was a resident of Daly City, Calif. Inter­ ment was in the Daphne Fernwood Cemetery, Mill Valley, Calif. Surviv­ ing are a sister, Mary Pacquing of Alameda, Calif. and a grandniece, Abella Tolmosoff of Daly City. Stimpson of Brockton, Mass. , and a Francis James niece, Cynthia Lewis of Canton. Ry an Jr., Spain on July 20. Brother Fernandez joined the SIU in the port of Tampa, Fla. in 1954 sailing as mother, Pauline Re­ duras, he was a resident of Meraux, . La. Surviving is his widow, Elma. during the Vietnam War. Seafarer Faust was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving sailed MEBA District 2 2nd Conference No. 3. A native of Hon­ " , a 28. Brother Rezev­ eteb attended the 1970 Piney Point Pension ,..• of heart attack on Aug. Hyde joined the SIU in 1949 in the "! -�; died zeveteb Pensioner T homas Raymond Hyde, in the port of Balti­ Houston National Cemetery. Surviv­ ing are his widow, Helen; a son, New widow, Anna and a brother, Joseph 78, passed away on Aug. 23. Brother on July 21. Brother Faustjoined the SIU the Wall St. strike, the 1%1 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1965 District the Marine Cooks and Stewards Union Training School, Santa Rosa, Calif. in Brooklyn. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn. Surviving are his 1946 General Maritime strike and the 1952 sailing as a cook. He worked on Council 37 strike. He graduated from Czechoslovakia and was a naturalized U . S. citizen. Paszek was a resident of Ardenia Morgan of Houston. hit the bricks in the Wall St. beef, 1. strike and the 1%5 District Council 37 beef. Seafarer Paszek was born in La. and was a resident of Houston. Surviving is a niece, port of Tampa sailing as an AB. He Aug. the bricks in the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef, the 1962 Robin Line 1947 Isthmian beef. Seafarer Hyde joined the SIU in the Paszek on port of New York in 1955 sailing as a deck engineer. He hit sailing as a cook. He as a scow captain for the N. Y. Trap­ Brother joined the SIU in the on the Delta Line New Orleans and was a resident of Chalmette, La. Surviving is his widow, widow, Brooklyn, as an AB. He worked place in the Vestal (N. Y. ) Hill Cre­ are his Medical Center, N.Y. shoregang, New Orleans from 1953 to matory. Surviving natural causes in the 1947 in the port of Community College. Daly was born Haissa and his parents, Richard and Pensioner Everett James Beasley, 63, 21. Brother Garrity Point Entry Program in 1968. He grad­ uated from the U nion Recertified Bo­ Emil Paszek, 67, died of passed away on July after his graduation from the Piney in Johnson City, N.Y. Cremation took Pensioner Francis Garrity, 74, . "']. ·, Carl A. McKinley, died on July 28. Brother McKinley joined the SIU in '· 61, died aboard a Sea-Land ship on Sept. 2. Brother Ryan joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1959 the port of Houston in 1975. Surviving is his mother, Lernice Williams of Port sailing as an AB. He Arthur, Texas. was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II and the Pensioner Luis G. Fuigueroa , died Larry Robert Korean War. Seafarer Ryan was born Brother brother, John; an aunt, Helen Van on July 31. Brother Fuigueroa joined Mowbray, 24, died on in Brooklyn, N.Y. Surviving are his He was a resident of Puerto Rico. Mowbray joined the Wart, and a nfoce, Patricia, all of May the SIU in the port of Santurce, P.R. Surviving are his widow, Josefina and a daughter, Sandra of Puerto Rico. Louis Garcia, 64, died on July 10. __ .� "". ii· . �·· ,.,·P SIU 23. following his graduation from the Union's Harry Lun- " deberg School Seamanship of Entry Brother Garcia joined the SIU in the Trainee Program, Piney Point, Md. in QMED. He was born in Texas. Sur­ in Baltimore and was a resident there. Surviving are his parents, Herman and port of New York in 1967 sailing as a viving are a brother, John of Rockdale, Texas and a sister, Isidra L. Timkley of Lockport, N. Y. 1981 sailing as a cook. He was born Betty Mowbray and an uncle, John Mowbray, all of Baltimore. Brooklyn. Pensioner Bela Szupp, 60, died on Sept. Szupp 2. Brother joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1963 sailing as an AB. He was born in Hun­ gary, was a natural- �ized U.S. citizen and was a resident of Baltimore. Orleans. Surviving are a sjster and brother-in-law, Gloria and Theodore Karmanski of Chicago. ( Pensioner Andrew i Arthur Thompson, 63, passed away from cancer in the Villa Mercy Hospital, Daphne, June Ala. 6. on Brother Thompson joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a bosun. He was born in Mobile and was a resident Stephen Laker steward. He was born in Welch, W. Va. and was a resident of Portland. Burial was in the Rose City Cemetery, Portland. Surviving are his widow, Annie and a son, Joseph. Pensioner Peter .'1..··• natural causes in St. Vincent's Hospital, New York City on July 29. Vlahos Brother joined the SIU in 1944 in the ,· port of New York sailing as a cook. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War 11. Seafarer Vlahos was born in New York pty, an was a resid ntA\l\ere"rlnferrnerit was in the Cemetery, Brooklyn, . , C'9press Hills N.Y. Surviving are a brother, Deme­ trios of Greece and a niece, Pauline Valenti of Queens, N. Y. joined the 1;\ as an Blaine AB. was born in San Fran­ cisco and was a resident of Novato, Calif. Surviving is his father, Califor­ nia Superior Court Judge Jack Blaine of Ignacio, Calif. Pensioner Leon­ '' succumbed to can- cer in the Bonnabel James Brother joined the was a resident of Benidji, Minn. Burial was in the Augustana Lutheran Cem­ etery, Pine Lake Twsp., Minn. Sur­ viving is his widow, Jennie. on July 25. Brother Meister joined the 1974 sailing as an AB. He was a Heights, Ill. on Aug. ing as an AB. He Calif. Surviving is his father, Robert joined the SlU in U.S. Navy during the Detroit in 1973 sail­ Arlington was a veteran of the 9. Brother Wooten 1939 in Puerto Rico sailing as an AB. he was a resident of Redwood City, Meister Sr. of Clintonville, Wis. Pensioner Korean War and World War II. Born Ray- He was on the picket line in the 1961 in Alabama, he was a resident of mond Joseph Kane, itime strike 2nd the 1947 Isthmian Gwendolyn Dunn of Detroit. July N.Y. Harbor beef, 1946 General Mar­ beef. Seafarer Wooten attended the 1970 Piney Point Pensioners Confer­ ence No. 6. And he was a veteran of the U.S. Navy before World War II. he was a resident of Des Plains, Ill. Burial was in the Oak­ Born in G rgi . ridge Abbey Cemetery, Hillside, Ill. Surviving is a sister, Florence Kos­ micki of Des Plains. Detroit. Surviving is his John Douglas Wright Sr. , 71, passed away on Aug. 19. Brother Wright joined the SIU in 1943 in the sailing as a deck en­ He hit the 1943 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. He walked the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Walberg was bricks in the 1961 N. Y. Harbor beef. Seafarer Wright was born in Canada of New Orleans. Cremation took place York and another relativ:e. and was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. , Kane Pensioner Homer R. Bourgue, 70, vincial House Nursing Home, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. on July 22. Brother Bourgue joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as a dredge­ man for Construction Aggregates from 1977 to 1978. He was born in the a resident of Sault Ste. Marie. Burial Marie. Surviving is his widow, Cecelia. Brother joined the Detroit in 1970 sail­ ing as a cook. He also sailed during World War II. Laker Kane was born in Lexington, Ky. and was a resident of Mt. Clemens, Mich. Interment was in St. Thomas Cemetery, Mt. Sterling, Ky. Surviving is a son, Ira of Mt. Clemens. was in the Oaklawn Chapel Cemetery, Sault Ste. 27. ' Union in the port of passed away from cancer in the Pro­ Eugene �' · Tech, Aug. Tech 54, JO. Clarence died on Brother joined the Pensioner Carl Odin Dahl, 78, died Union in the port of Union in the port of Chicago, Ill. sailing as a bosun. He was a former Co. from 1957 to 1969. He was a former member of the Tug Firemen's Surviving are his widow, Janice; a son, John (Jack) D. Wright Jr. of New Union, Local l, Chicago, in 1952. Laker Dahl was born in Bayfield, Wis. and Wright of Seattle. widow, Alma and a daughter, Sharon. Henry 77, passed away on mother, sailing for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. and the Great Lakes Towing FOOL.';:) was born in Clearbrook, Minn. and veteran of the U.S. Army in the Viet­ nam War. A native of Green Bay, Wis., gineer. Pl./ZZLE: WllO I� TllE Detroit in 1960 sailing as an oiler. He Union in the port of joined the SIU in in the St. John's Crematory, New the Union in the port of Health Care on July 10. Brother Dahl joined the born in Chicago, Ill. and was a resident joined Brother Booker 4. port of New York Walberg Nordin 29. cancer in the Amer- Aug. Hospital, Metairie, La. on May 22. Brother on July Union in the port of Duluth, Minn. in Pensioner a,rd .9u"1 Walberg, 67, Minn. Robert Michael Meister Jr., 36, died William Cam­ province of Quebec, Canada and was . ... Hospital, Duluth, B ooker, 61, died on Center, 69, Mary's Brother eron Elbert Wooten, icana passed away from ! ' 22. sailed Portland in 1955 sailing as a chief 77, passed away from. Vlahos, heart attack in St. Detroit in 1979. He Brother Williams joined the SIU in · Pensioner passed away from a John Union in the port of pital South, Portland, Ore. on June 11. Lee qf Mobile. ,, Blaine of heart failure at the University Hos­ widow, Ruby and a daughter, Delilah � July Solomon Joseph Williams, 63, died there. Burial was in the New Hope Steve Pensioner Gustof Adolph Nordin, 67, Blaine, 35, died on Cemetery, Mobile. Surviving are his ·� Great Lakes was a resident there. Surviving are his Chicago, Ill. in 1966 member of the NMU from 1954 to 1966. Laker Tech was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force in the Korean War. Born in Winona, Minn., he was a resident of Highland, Ind. Surviving are his widow, Mary Ann and a sister, Patricia. 5�fld'(J f);Y/7() at/2 Sa3dt7d fill JJS07 ONV' :f.iO 7/tt.L :Jiff S�cYOM OtlM N'/Wt/JS f Nt/ ��3MS V' September 1985 I LOG I 25 �Rol:Jert Willie Campbell, 6(),Joined the the Port ofN�w,1,�61k · . a LNG re�ertm�d in 1953 sailing as . , cltj.ef ste�a{d,'. . Brothet C.�.Pb.ell : gradµated froni ihe {Jnfon's· chiet Stewards RecertificatiOn Program ·. · in 1980. He worked'on the isthinian . shoregang in the port. of New Y�rk . in 1%6. Seafarer Campbell. is · a . resident of Hephzibah, Ga� · . Fot:mer Philadelphia port agent "Joe" Norman Air 59, joined the SIU in . 1949 sailing for Cities Service Oil Co� Brother Air was born in Floral Park, N. Y. and is a ; resident of Lumberton, N .J. . · : Robert i ! I ;' ·· s1u in . . _ � . . ...� . . . Luis · G. Gonzalez, 65, joined the · · }' SIU.itiJhe :port of San Francisc<>. I Brother · Gonzalez is a resident of . . L. 'Laredo . Texas · . : ·. · · ' ' . · · · -. · ' j . •. V�cent Cba�ez Sr. , 64, joined·the Tomas Gutierrez Sr., 60, joined the SIU in the port : SIU. m 1944 m the port of New of Houston in 1955 sailing as a cook. Brother Gu­ tierrez was born in Texits and is a resident of Houston . . 1 York sailing. as a LNG chief steward; Brother Chavez graduated from Roman Vance Harper Sr., 63 , ; the Union's Chief Stewards 'Recer­ · . '. joined the SIU 'in 1 943 in . the port i tification Program in 1980. He also . Of New York sailing as a QMED . . , sailed during the VietnamWar. Sea. Brother Harper also worked on .the . farer Chavez was a former tiiember ·· ·· �� :.,,..-,, Seatrain shoregailg, Edgewater, N .J. ·, [ of the NMU. A native of the Phil� · Paul Aubain, 57, joined the SIU from 1970 to 1973 . He was on the ''-. j ippine Is. , he is a resident of Seattle, in 1 947 in the port of New Orleans pickefline' in the 1 961 N.Y. Harbor · sailing as a FOWT. Brother Aubain beef arid the 1 965 District Council Carl Churko, 62, joined the SIU last shipped out of the port of Hous� . 3? strike. Seafarer Harper Is a vet, i in the port of Baltimore in 1955 ton. He is a· veteran of the U.S . eran of die U.S. Navy in World . . :· sajling as a c�k B r o t her Churko Army after the Korean War serving War II. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa. , he ., .took part in the IJ�tt.U11 re . beefs . as a PFC in Co. 51 6, Signal Corps . is a resident of Que�ns Village, was . a . He former membe�: . . of t he . . in Austria. Seafarer Aubain was N.Y. ! Teamsters Union and is a vete rtt n born in St. Thomas, V.I. and is a ' of the U . S . Army in World War 11 . resident of Houston. Seafarer Churko was born in Cory, .AllisOn Isidore Hebert, 61 , joined ' Pa. and is a resident of Baltimore. . die SIU in 1 947 in the port of New . York sailing as a QMED. Brother James Hilton Babson, 62, joined • . Hebert sailed fo(Cities Servi e from the SIU . in 1 944 in the port of � Estuardo Ignacio Cu�nca, 62, . . .t , 1 945 to 1 95 1 . He was born m LouNorfolk sailing as a chief pumpman. joined the SIU in the port of New ��..: isiana · and is a resident of Abber­ Brother Babson hit the bricks in York in 1957 sailing as , a FOWT. ville, La. the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor beef Brother Cuenca waQC�� the pick�t.; and the 1965 District Council 37 line in the l96 1 N:y�· Ha.rbo'i:· b�ef. ' strike. He was born in North Car­ He was born in Ecuador and i� a olina and is a resident of Anahuac; . naturcilized U.S. citiz�n. Seafar�r Texas. Cuenca is a resident of Weehaw­ Bruce R. Hubbard, 65, joined the ken, N.J. �IU in the port of Seattle sailing as : . .;;i, chief electrician. Brother Hub- . · Charles Moni$ Barkins, 60, joined . Nicholp$ JohJi ,Damante,. 67rjoiri d the S I U m 'tb . · . bantis�resident ofEdmoods,. WaSh. the .S IU in the port of New Orleans · . pol't qfN¢w · ' Y rk 'in 19. 6 ailing. a a · recertified ,,. . -�� .. . . . )\ in 1955 sailirig ;-a,� . .. .. le �rother sun; :Br6ther Damante graduated from the Andrew B arki n s was bom.'in Louisiana and Furuseth Training School, Brookiyn, N.Y. in 1958. is a resident of New Orleans. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry after World War II. Seafarer Dama:nte was b�m in Brook. . lyn and is a resident of Hoboken·, N.J. . . 1 •. • ) � ' · .. . -. - ·· Howard Fre4erick Bickford, 55, joined the. SIU iit .the port of New York in 1952 sailing as a cook . Brother Bickford last shipped out of the port of Gloucester, Mass. He bOm is a resident of Mexico. was Nicholas de los Santo8, 59, joined . the SIU in the port of New York in 1958 sailing_ as an AB. Brother de los Santos is a vetemn of th U.S. Navy in World War' I I . lie . was born in Galveston, Tex�s arid .- . William Harold Deskins, · · �arfos aboard an accident-free ship, the : l\lanuel DiazSr. , 63 , joilted . .--. 26 I LOG I September 1 985 · · - - :.iii ' • . . · · · · · ..111itWl�IMP. the SIU.in 1944 in the. pott ;Gf Ne� york . sailing . as a ' chief steward,< · Brother Diaz graduated from the' . · Union�s Chief Stewards Recertifi­ �ation Program fa 1980. He is ah 'ensign veteran of the U.S . Maritime: Service, gi:aduating as a J st cook from theiT Cooks and !fakers Train­ . ; ing School, Sheepshead Bay; . Brooklyn, N . Y. Seafarer Diaz aJsO' attended St. John's :university, Brooklyn in 1958. A native of.Puerto Rico, he. is a residerit of t�enton, . . .. . N�J . · 66,tJ5iii� SS De Soto. He was born in Mobile and is a resident of Carson.• Calif. ; 65,joined 'the SIU in the · port of Norfolk in 1969 sailing last as a chief steward. Brother Deskins was a former member of the NMU from 1943 to 1947. He is a veteran of the U�S� Maritime Service (USMS) during World War'Jl:serv� Henry Bilde, 69, joined the SIU irig as a ··lieutenant. He attende<i 'tli6"'M d s>t&>k·s in the port of New York sailing as · and J;ia,kersSchooi, Sheepshead B�y, Brooklyn , N. Y. · a chief mate. Brother Bilde is . a in 195L Seafarer Deskiris also attended Moorehead resident of Bellport, N. Y. (Ky.} State University. A fiaiive of Nolan, w.va:, . 'he is a resident pf Viriipa Beach, Va. Ronald J. Burton, 66, joined the . . SIU iii the port of Jacksonville s�� · ing as a recertified bosun. Bfother Burton is a resident ofJa:Cksonville . . • is a resident there. in Lawrence, Mass. and · . .� ._,--'• . . James John J� . the SIU;iji;'l,9'3�fir'tbe port of Mobile . ailing'· as a chief cook. Brother Johnson received a Union Personal Safefy Award in 1 960 for sailing · · .. · •. •'• Teddy Kermit Lane, 62, joined . the SHJ in the port of Wilmington, Calif. in 1 956 sailing as a bosun. Brother Lane also worked for the Chrysler Corp . , on roadshows and as a salesman; He is a veteran of . the U . S .• Navy in World War IL Seafarer Lane was born in Loogoo­ tee, Ind. and is a resident of Seattle. · . . '. �ugi� ,-��''. L�ya, 65, joined the SIP ::iQ: 194 I , in' the · · port qf lf<:)u�tpn ajli.ng as a recertified bo­ . su•.n. B{ottier ·tAisoya graduate(l from ith'e Urlion�'Recertified Bosuns Pro­ graQ} .in :l975. He hit the bricks in . • th.e 1946 pe neral Maritime b�ef. . ·. · · · ; , Se arar� L.asoy� is a v¢teran of the . r ·· . · ··� �· �v�s.Yt!Y;:,'fii�r���;cn�:ie� · Bo(Il in Cle�.eland, Texas, he is a ..resident ot S�nta Fe, Texas. ·· · � · �Alfredo Rios, 63 , joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a FOWT. Brother Rios walked , the picket line in the 1961 N . Y ." Harbor beef. He was on the Sea­ Land shoregang, Port Elizabeth, N . J . from 197 1 to 1978. Seafarer Rios was born in Puerto Rico and is a resident of Brooklyn, N . Y . Leon Lockey, 65 , joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1956 sailing last as a QMED. Brother Lockey last shipped out of the port of New York. He also worked as a longshoreman for the ILA, Local 829 in Baltimore. Seafarer Lockey hit the bricks in the 196 1 Greater N .Y . Harbor beef and is a veteran of the U . S . Army during World War II. Born in North Carolina, he is a resident of Fayettville, N.C. · Nick Marcogliese, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 196 1 sailing a s a FOWT. Brother Mar­ cogliese is a veteran of the U . S . Coast Guard in World War II. He was born in Kincaid, Ill. and is a resident of San Francisco. Joseph Ira Michael, 66, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 195 1 sailing as a recertified bosun. Brother Michael graduated from the Union Recertified Bosuns Program in 1974. He was born in Baltimore and is a resident there. Cecil Harold Mills, 58, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1957 sailing as a FOWT and QMED. Brother Mills last shipped out of the port of New York. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy after World War II. Seafarer Mills was born in Milltown, Ind. and is a resident of Salem, Ind. ap-�ll Moose,5?',joined Thomas (: tht :IU""m t 'lie-' port of Baltimore in 1955 sailing as an AB. Brother Moose is a veteran of the U . S . Navy after World War II. He was born in Dallas, N . C . and is a resident of �alisbury , N . C . . a t,"· Ii · George Arthur Roy, 65 , joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1968 sailing as a chief electrician, LNG QMED and 3rd assistant en­ gineer. Brother Roy also worked as a shipyard shipfitter. He is a veteran of both the U . S . Army and U . S . Navy in World War II and the Korean War, serving in those serv­ ices' amphibious corps. Seafarer Roy was born in Plainfield, Conn. and is a resident of Williston, Vt. Auldeon Eugene Sharp, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1965 sailing as an AB . Brother Sharp is a veteran ofthe U . S . Navy in World War II. He was born in Humphreys , M o . and is a resident o f Seattle. Erik Pekka Smith, 65 , joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 196 1 sailing a s a FOWT, donkeyman and 1 st assistant engineer in 1955. Brother Smith was born in Pirkala, Finland and is a naturalized U . S . citizen. He i s a resident of Brook­ lyn, N . Y . Vincent Leo Stankiewicz, Sr., 62, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Stankiewicz was born in Philadelphia and is a resident there. ' ,;.,,Jl� Jam� Principe, 62, joined the SIU in 1 947 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a chief electri­ cian, QMED and 3rd assistant en­ gineer. Brother Principe worked on the Sea-Land shoregang, Oakland, Calif. from 1967 to 1985. He is a veteran of the U . S . Marine Corps' Robert Fross Staplin, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a chief pumpman. Brother Staplin was on the picket line in the 1962 Robin Line .beef. He is a veteran of the U . S . Navy was born in Mt. Pleasant, Wis . and is a resident of San Francisco. Mass . , he is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. in World War n. Seafarer Principe in World War II. Born in Attleboro, In the port of Jacksonville, Patrolman James B. Koesy (left) and HQ Rep. George M. Ripoll (right) congratulate James Northcutt on his many years of service to the Union. Ashton "Steve" Louis Stephens, Sr., 62, joined the SIU in 194 1 in the port of Philadelphia sailing as a chief electrician, mate, warehouse­ man and storekeeper. Brother Ste­ phens hit the bricks in the 1 965 District Council 37 beef. He was on the Delta Line shoregang in the port of New Orleans from 1966 to 1985 . Seafarer Stepehens was born in Vi­ olet, La. and is a resident there . Robert L. Sullivan, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Houston sailing as a FOWT. Brother Sullivan is a resident of Houston. Bertil "Bert" Olof Svenblad, 66, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York sailing as a bosun and deck maintenance. Brother Sven­ blad began sailing in 1935 and sailed Finnish ships taken over by the U . S . government in World War II. He hit the bricks in the 1%1 N . Y . Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line strike . And in 1960 he won a Union Personal Safety Award for sailing aboard an accident-free ship, the SS Seatrain New Jersey. Sea­ farer Svenblad was born in Finland , is a naturalized U . S . citizen and resides in Brooklyn, N.Y. _, Francis "Frank" John Sylvia, 6 1 , joined the SIU in 1946 in the port . of New York sailing as a chief electrician and QMED. Brother Sylvia also sailed during the Viet­ nam War. He was on the Sea-Land shore-gang, Oakland, Calif. from 1 945 to 1969. Seafarer Sylvia was born in Taunton, Mass. and is a resident of Hayward, Calif. (Continued on Page 28.) Walker Wilson (center) receives his first pension check in the port of Mobile from Field Rep Ed Kelly (left) and Port Agent Tom Glidewell. September 1 985 I LOG I 27 ----"---=====- ,;:;_ �(Continued from Page 27.) 1• Arthur John Vogel, 69, joined the SIU in the port of Boston, Mass. in 1955 sailing as a cook. Brother . Vogel is a veteran of the U . S . Navy in World War Il. He was born in Boston and is a. resident there. :--,.. ' Edwin "Ed" James Wellner, 63, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco irt 1%7 �saillilg as an .()iler . arid FOWT. Brother Wellner last shipped out of.the port of Wilmington, Calif. He '·;ittended the U . S . Manti1Jle Service's Tnllnllig School, Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, N.Y. in World War n. Seafarer Wellner was born in Sidney,. Neb. and is a resident of Elsinote, . ·" Utah; · . Walter Carl Zaj anc , 65 , joined ' · the SIU in the port of New York in 1950 sailing as a bosun and deck maintenance. Brother Zajanc is a . veteran of the U . S . Army in World · War II. He was born in Staten IS. , <' N.Y. and is a resident there. .1 William Robert Gallagher,_ 60, joined . the Union in ·· the port .of Cleveland. in 196 1 sailing as a. deck­ hand and dredgenian. Brother Gal­ of the member .. . lagher was . . ,. . .· , ,. . . .a. . former . · I; Dredge Worlcers· union in '1 946. He is a veteran of the U. S. Navy in . World War n: Laker Gallagher was born in Clevelan� and is a resident of Conneaut, Ohio. il · � ' /I · · · William Joseph Rush, 65 , joined the Union in 1947 in the port of Detroit sailing as a FOWT. _ Brother Rush last shipped out of the port of Jacksonville. He was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and is a. resident of · Bradenton, Fla. · Paul Leland Whitlow, 64, joined ! the SIU in 1948 in the port of New ' York sailing as a recertified bosun. ; . Brother Whitlow graduated from the Union Recertified Bosons Pro­ gram in 1983. He also s ailed -during the Vietnam War and . was a ship delegate and secretary-reporter. -' t Seafarer Whitlow was a former member of the NMU and a veteran of the U . S . Navy. A native of In­ dianola, Iowa, he is a resid.ent of San Francisco. Great . Lakes �- John Ellias Jr., 60, joined the , Union in the port of Detroit in 1 %0 · sailing . as a bosun. Brother Ellias '-fast shipped out of tffo port of Du­ ; luth.; Minn. He is a .v eteran of tlle U.s� Navy during World War II. Laker Ellias was born in: Mellen, Wis. and is a resident there . D. Ross, AB Area Vice Presidents Report personals Overseas Vivian 0. Martinez, AB S . S . Overseas Vivian (Continued from Page 14.) S.S. Overseas Vivian J . McKenny, AB Please contact Red Campbe11 by letter relative to subsistence claims Overse�� resolved <:., , Maritime . ,' CoFp .< ' with. <., ,.,,:w ,�<< ,, Are You ,:; ' ' by V. P. Buck Mercer E W. SIU · are happy to repo� that the was .successful an regards to the action that it took on the A-76 circular. Thanks to our efforts , the . provisions of the Service Contract Act Will be app!ied when determining wages for workers who are employed Oil the 12 oceanographic vessels and cable ships. . We had filed a petition before the Circuit. Court� but · before the issue c<5uld be considered, the Military Sea­ lift Command backed down. This will have · two important effects. Workers who are employed on these vessels will be paid wages in line with ?re­ vailing industry standards. In addition, the SIU no� has a chance to pick up nine more of these vessels, which .had been awarded before the MSC · had . decided to apply tire standards con� · tafued in the Service Contract Act. The members . out · here are ·ex­ tremely pleased . by these develop- · mentS. They also.� know that the SIU was the only union t-0 take action on this matter. · · · 28 I LOG I September · 1 985 i� . Please contact your aunt, Mary lid Ave. , 94 . i������:.. c;�� Your stepdaughter, Nora Rios Moon, would like you to get in Charlie Thomas Corden touch with herat 733 Alb.er.s Lan�� · Please get in· touch with Robert, Bethalto , ill. 62(J1.(}. (tel . (618) 377 -. • ·. ,, 67 Kennedy Blvd. , . B�yCorden, · :<'iii·;.,.. :;:); ';;·;·0880 ;_, ,, < . . ' oni1e N�J. {teJ. 201-339-1884).. · ·. · · : · ' . ' ' ' , · · .. . Missing lmportant Mail? We want to make sure that you receive your · copy of the LOG each month and other important mail such as W-2 Forms, Union Mail and Welf�e Bulletins. To accomplish this, please use the . address form on this page to update your home address. · Government Services John J. Mcquillan Charles R. Scott P. Decker, OM.U · . Edward Lyman Ward, 65, joined the Union in the port of Frankfort, Mich. in 1953 sailing as a chief electrician. Brother ·Ward i s a vet­ eran of the U . S . Army during World War II. He was born in Elberta, Mich. and is a resident of Frankfort. If you are getting more than one �ppy,"�t&e LOG deliver�d .�o you,jfyou have changed your . addn;ss� cit rrybur nam� ' or address is misprinted OT incomplete, 'please fill in the special address form printed on this page and send it to: . _/ . · Your home address is your permanent�d(jress;· -· · · and this is where all official.. Union documents, W-2 Forms, and the LOG will be mailed. . sw·· & UIW of N.A. · Address Correction 5201 Auth Way Department Caiitp �riDgs, · Maryland 20746-9971 r - - -�-----�'."9-- ----- --��--- ---.7' - : -- � - :- � � �-- ---�-� ---�- ------ ---_.. , : 1 I I HOME ADDRESS · •·· . Pl,.�SE PRINT oate: ------'--.--Social Phone No. ( Security No. ' ) Area Code ·. Your Full Name ztp I I I I � 0 Pensioner 0 SIU 0 UIW I . Book Number I I .UIW Place of Employment ·'-------'- I . I .. ' ' I -.... for .. oflcli.t union ....... ., Thie wlll be.my ...... .. I Thie 8ddr9u should ....... lri ..... Union ftle ...... ollilrwlM .CMnged by mt perewlly. I I I ...;.� ._ (Signed) I -- � - - - - � - - � - - � - - - - - - - - - - - - - � - - - - � - - - - �- -- - - - - - - - -- - - - - �- - � - - -� State Street · - _ _ _ _ . Tc"!>;,; �. ,....:.... :� .'-- for oompensatiort a:tter tanlc' cleani ngs it ' ' ... SEA��D"PICE.:(Sea-l..arld 'Servf: still being disputed. The �tain is waiting . ·· . ice),_ July 1 � James Ho Corder.i · · ·· · . ·· ':.'. .. .... · � .· · · . . · · . . . .. .. . . . , . tor written t:enfirmatiOO Jrom h&adquarters · secret� o.G. Chafitir Edueational OirEIC" · . · . . . . . • • • • . . •',•· on this rn&�ef, lt._� .sµggested that ,first- < . . tor KG. Katsalis;· � Qelegate ' Edwai'd . . • ..,.. : . . . . • .aid kits be; pbtained •for t:ht :enol"!" and · : �rry� Eng(�:·Qel�te! jobp P.• Unton1 . · · · � dep.&ftm8tits anclthat !18. � . flJO cispUt,ed OT- ii i any oi the three d&, · ·:- . ."· : ,. : : . . · · . fum!sh · � 9';: f®v � � · , maybe: , afl"/ ; . :: � · aflhough tf)e deci< department : · _ ·•,• ·•· � one man short due to the repatriation · other . washing mactiine ¥ ttie one.: �e . hav� tias broken ' down<tw�:j�npe .�Jeff . .·' <t:rornc Hollan<f of one .AB. for inedical rea-. . •. AMERICAN CC)NDOfi' <'�: Gulf' �rade meat and pdqltry had alread}I been .: the rd." A�ote 9t ttian,k$ _wEJ,$ giyeri t() · , son�k 'There ' is, $.10Jn 1he. Sflip'sf u nd. A . ya bo . and. this is prese.ntly uilder Marine), July . &-Chainnan Jo8 Justus} · . put a ard; radiog� was ·�· a,Oci -P9sfed , in.· and t.h9 , . · . th� �anj ���mentfor a Job wel l .done.. · .. t\Nee.t ·. e . 11y . . , · m.pa . • co . tti . t :. " , " · . • , i l . be . Oil P . . sei.tssi . d . . .. . , . . . .· · � of ttt•:f 2 percen.f COLA . Secretary ;;ili Stubblefield ; Educational! ran ut . ng . ead fomilng,·the · . ce . i o to F H Diregtor J. :Shuler; Deck Delegate William : . SIU; A motion was.'JJjade and unanioi®sly:: · e. lti/ias �lcom$d t1yru1;.Th8 ohakman · niis J. Roberts� No' d!sputed OT reportec:f Th8 $W<>Ved lhat 1.h8 :man on the garigway : . � the importance .of donating tO .. :; . · . stiould � be responsible fo[ persons ccim�' chairman noted .a change ln thf) � �-' . SPAD. He .said, "We are losing a lot of ule. The �t�,Y;' Wtlo h{ufjust·nm.riled > trig 'bactno the house anc:t that he. should dl!BJO eut·backs on our ships, .but we · .�� LEE (W�erman Steam- jObs aJ.so � futnishechvith a waikle-talkie so that he ·Ship Co.) , Jl!ly tram vacation ("9t loog , eriOugh�). exgaining a lot o.f j9bs oh Navy are . ainnan .:.<:; h 7.... Thomas J pr� llis pi8asure at � same of ; -� nOtlfy � eaptain or the mate on watch ve�ls . SO �r SPAD. dOllars are working onal . Hilt>Orn; 88(:retary LJ, Miles; Educati th.e old "smiling faCEts!' . st!ll . oriboard. Dif� . · if anyone not known to have ,bUsines5 on' u s/! The electrician,"KG. Kaf.salis,-wtiO or f OT disputed :e . i Q:ioley. B;J rector D > Lin � fhe Shij) sht)uld try tQ pass. Mother an . dirJ1onstra. ferent types of fli:tres. . d���11t. .. was �cling � edll_cattonardi rector, noted w�s rEp<>rted In at.one of thefire·arid bo&t drttlS,aMsurViVal lhlous vote was taken on gettirl!'.1 Jwo dryers , ,op at the end of e Jttnd,:i�::-<. •:\. 1hal :f:!•.s 1W�ttiP rel•ef wasal ; e:·�s t tt m? suits.were Ptit.Prl by·the crewmembers for . �or ft1e crew laundry. onE! Is jUst" over,' · , · "Th ��. ,� ·�?5 l meml:>ers for · 1he . thl�ntec;t �e were VOVQ ;· ' : '. i' Stlifj' . 'practic8. A rilovie>;was·�n to the' new worked to tb8 point' tflat'�;·8nd up with .. �.:.·1:�tved ab<)ard' � "It 0,,S b9en a.p�asure coope � " ' '''"'' �\¥�' fh:ese � . I� t m� �n the: Pt;OPel" use b(lhese si:Jits; · ooC:fl'Yer �.811 ." Avote ijftsttan'R A\tf:iS:gwen · �8( e��ctive .. . �"� with JH of you,, _ .b�; -�; As far; 8$ . lt w�·ment!On � Jh al i:i '. ll the: �Y�being . · · tQ: tne ,stewafd,,<fePartme'1ti'' ftS�iaflrto.'' �n .ot the. 2 .percent CQLA.e r One · repairs this trlp-IWO � niatt resses were news, une wek;omed was J which ' , lO . baic. · worldert ul ptit into the ' ship's fund wjll· be us.ad to · . · GSU Ellen ;Jobbers for her �> on:te;'� for �.�� �e.8�12 O�ED, f leamlng � bip o � of ipg and to Gsu'·l(evln Kosinsky tor his . . sad note ptirchase new mo� 9r Wtillt�er :et8$:is; anc::I thEr VCR_ a�:· t�on will be ; fixed .� · A $. mother mate. th chief the Qf � , ,. f ut� o si want�. "Adi;iple v°'e of·· thanks" went to .· great cooking abiUties. One mln voyage . ..!fl,·, �th: 11.ie tjl�gnan this to � !aken appearett up�. Ther� was tion · thestewa�·�rtrrier:it tOr a JOb well done. : ·. tenoe wa8 observed In nl8f"l'lOfY of our some disappointrhent with the 8lCp(8ssed tn the ga!l �y wjth , ms probl� some · · ' departed � ancLSisters. Next po_(I:: Next port: Chilr'lestori, s.c.: .� o� June 1 8, ,H,e felt they loaded s; store w�!t 11 patrOlman ; ThE:) � · pr 1 'J food t>e•ng , . :' . f:tif11ejl, . aparr: . ,, · .· ·c:he¢k Into the pJOblem, m8ldrig sure · that<;; . ShQuld have · included . watermelons; ·· · ·· · · · al l 18fl-ovef foods are used within 48 hours; '" . ,.. .. pe&ches. pears and othet'tresh fruit. On� j) : d that all unused meats and vegetahJeS. . rnln"te of$ilence was obseiv0d. i n. memory ·· � · (OM I)", July : : �. .•· ; an . FALC.Olf PRIN,C:E�$JJ:l�n ;Naviga� . · l nT ' . . <: be disposed of after.each meal. � ITiiriute · of our departe<fbrQthers · and ·sister5. . Next , : 1, WIL.LAl f:. o.M · ·· tion} . �ly. i1 �ti�rin� Floyd Friti:; Sec· of sUence was observed in inemorY ofour ' pOrt:[Eflzabeth,: N ,J. Ch . ajrr:nan J. F. Bermudez; Secretary W. · · retary frank Nigrc;>; Educational Director•,._ J:, Harris ; Educational DlrectorC. Coello; Deck ,,de . .parted.. ,,bt:others·.. .: and.· si$lers. Next nnr.t: ""' ' M Fshe I . r.· E�e... � ,Ith. .. �tng I·S QO·ll'.19 ilI0i:'9 ta' " ' . ·. Delegate George elegate e ng •A · . llen Newport News,va... · . , ' ; .E . • . D ' . ' . i n . . . , . . well w1th no d1sputed O"f aboardthe Fa/con h 1 ow So . e Pol k; · me questionable C � es .· ayn ;; Princess as'the voyage nears Its end. . . �·... :<; . was repolce .· rted in the deck . . .. : ,....... · re r""""' ' ,· a ·· n h . s .m the . . ,·nu·t·es ·a1so"w ip v e l ... . . »1·.c·•.·al sh•.P ..•.Off s lo e : .' :..'.,:a Q Members were reminded .""1Y..U ,·. � nsed perso. n I II fact that l . . . . fl:smf the following vessels: clean for the next erew� � aJsQ 'were ' ' � t· :. . . ST. LOUIS {$ea-Land ser'.vice), Augu st nel Jlf�' perfomiing unlicensed perS<>nnel . . urged to �e adVantage of U)e upgr�J ng·c . · r t n co . the s ct i a t re i of i · d : ADOllS . violation c . ort< ' n · --.-y .. ... a., ... Oria ,_psen; s·ecretary. H . Qr'"'h. a1i.... A t.a.c.i.1.iti,es . a.·.� .P•iney . Point. " lt " w 111 .p·a· y· o'ff· 1·n· . · · w AMERICAI HEllT. A&E and will be brought to the attention of the · no. The ship o tiz; � d u ca t i nal Qirector Di Ni · with there go you . th'eJongnin," providing boarding patro an at payo ARCHOll ·.• eefs or ff. Arid in the is running smoothly With no rri�• lm ..., or b a �·positive attitude , to learn/' th e educa� Ul8 ARIES . t . . in.:. chief cool< con . . . steward department, the . · · . d,isputEKt. OT reported. Communications ···. . tional di rector stresl)eQd � ecent LOGs were · . ' ues to have tO butch8r his 6Wri meat without · · · ._. , onboard en betwe few far and have been r�ived, ariQ the arinouncement oHh e 2 of OT-"atter we were assu red · payment the St. Louis, and the crawrnember8 would percent COLA poeled. One that all meat waa to be pre-butchered. " llke to know something about the pension in 1he steward department was probl The 2 percent cost of living allowance was . buyout The S8Cf8lal'y noted that in recent · . .. stave which had only one bumer wonc:di�� .and P()Sted on the board . This . ·· ye�. V8SSe · ing.. tile entire VO.yage>The patrolman Will I ce�tion by the u.s.. . Coast . ntitifreation · was received : frprri · OM! via . · d ha:s · · " tended · · eliminating such . . towa· rc1 · Guar check into this needed repair, "The steward telex. No other mail has been forwarded · . jobs as the or d i n a ry seaman, the wii>er a � partment.is to ��i:nmen�e.df�f a g9<>c1 t() the ship si,11Ce the first week in July. The · and the �I jobs from U.S.-flag job when we were short of food and with chairman recognized the etf()fts of 1he such a situof ,.__," Next rtmen sflo� � steward depa t � ex· Marcus e to � for �;Job well · . ·.gram will be started at the . PreSSed h1 � , g .. . .. · . � . . ,_<jqQE1,,f'.IC11"! . � :.'P� rt ¥<1· f;gypt�, <"" ; . ,Pointto address the problem and µpgrade . ··· ·. . .. . . · .. D 11 ,. . . • . - .� S h ps 11-41m · .· · · · .· · . .. .. . . . · n · ·· · · \. · . .· · · · · . . .• J��Ell"I' · ted wei:ei; · the, �Etw� . - . ·. · · - •. • ·· · · · · · · . · ���:����eT .• • • ' . .. ·- · · · �rt . ti(;;t;:.e. • MON�CH (Apex �) · ·. .. " � ; ' ·. . ; . ::S·.:n80�;:':! � . . . ' • . ;=��;k�=·�J't�rm:�r (Maritt� AM · � , . . . .•. . . Jtie importance of,cionattng to · OYmlUAS N .. YOllK bers." . .Overseas); July 13-:-ChaJfTTltlll M. Zepeda; · · · SPAD was stressed for this particular rea· �etary Danas L t<napp; Educational · $O�Ob s,ecurity; "Like always, a vote of . ttlanks tp Steward H. Ortiz �d his gang Director Edward . H . Shelf; �k Delegate ported in thedeckand engme departments. · for a job,Well done;" Md tttanks also went Boyd . . • No beefs or disputed . OT �m��. Whatever banl·be. �ttled · by payoff �II be . to "our editol'S of the.LOO, the b0st newsturned over. to .ttie patrOlman. And while . ·· r13�EKt_One OS \fias fired-,at se!i;,and got �r.'' .[ · there \Vas no dispOt� OT In , the steward ·· · Off 'ft �anama. so '� deck :departmen1 · · · 11 ·11 · lllllllil•••••i..•lilllllll department, the d&leg8.te. felt tha,1 his�trew . . · was samng � mitrlst!OrttTh8 educiliional · ·11 ,.. llil llilllilllil•••illi•llillil•llillllliil l l lll · was (!nable to malntainproper san- CX)l'k .• C!!rec:tor urg0d · everror;1e to att,end:th'e up,: . ditiotlsin thetn�all, galley and .ieeboxei' ' : · gi"ad1ng CO!Jr$0S at •. t.he sch()ol ii!J Piney . . Polnt as 9000 ..as pOSs11>1e: f\l'td not tQJ>e . without OT. Th�; tqo!.;yVQJ #9.•taJ<eo tfP with . fo rgotten ts the Alcohol Rehabilit�ifrm tan� the boarding J>�trotma,n., Notification of the. . . te . r�arty. e<>th of these facitlties are there 2 per� C,O l,;A.was: reeeiVed, but many are ·sbll uncle �f�Jo ce®io. other eontract · tor SllJ me� te> .take advantage ofand · g'ai n job �iity tor themselves and their' changes: The eCltJdrtiOnat dlreCtor Wilfse& abbut Changing the' mo\i.ie. selection. He . , l)nion. N13w rnoVies ar� !')�� to eome said that h e wilt try to keep foreigri-:made :� aboar.ct. Jn l.OQQ . B�acn; Calif.; Qn !U;ie trip �ck . Jrom f\laska . . SeveJ'!il. suggestions Port n:iovies off the selection �s .Jl'Wqtl ·.� post . . sible'. A vqte:,of thanks wae.: gi\len to the� . · �er� made� One was to.have headquarters . stei,yard . qe�rt,ment for a· ' fltie job; the . ·· S�llJ:tthe�IQ OfVacati<>n che.eks. Pin Y Point . . . . . . . . . . . M nday, October 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. · . Golden Monarch is an "excellent feeder." · Allot·t,ler Was. �ot .!he ship t9 g�' �mot. her • New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tue day, Oct ber 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. a ��el' fild dryer. Thanks WEtte given to Ne xt' ports: Nede�land, Texas; St. Luc@;: PhiladeJphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wedne day, tober 9 .. ... . . . . . . . 1 0:30 a.m . ' all .Jiajl�s foi thelr . coape ra�or) :this voyage, '" " ·. '·' W.1., and St. Croi)(:, VJ: .and il �al V()te. �t ttianks wa,s given io Baltim re . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, October JO 1 0:30 a.m. . , tt1e steward departmenuor a jqb well done. Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thur day, October 1 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0:30 a.m. Next parts wil.1 be in · Panama- and Aiaska . J onville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, October 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0:30 a.m. LNG · LIB.llA . (Energy ,Trarisp0rtation Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, October 1 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0:30 a.m. corp.), July 14-:-Cliairman Thomas Hawk- · Roust n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tue day Octob r 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0:30 .m. ins ; SecretarY R !=. Frazier; .Edtlcational . · · . ·. ,, P� . u.·L BU�K (O.ce� Shipholcflng Inc.), New Orlean . . . . . . . . . . . . Tue d y, October 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a. m. · . Director John Fede50viCh;>QetK.Qelegate· · A'ugyst .+--:-Cpairman �lchael L: Vander­ bile . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, October 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. R . E,lmoody; El)gine · Delegate . Dominick ·. ®rst;. q� qe,1eg�� 4()e! · L�hel; •Engine . . n Franci co . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, October 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0:30 a.m. Or�ini;· .$tew�r9 Delegate Henry Daniels. � . �tegat�. flotf :�orqen; : s�etary . f..ouis R1on, Ne disputed OT, The ve$$QI pajd off . No . disputed OT. There is $146.30 i n tne Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mood y, October 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0:30 a.m. ship'.s fund wtlicll rem�i ns il'.1 a sa,fe in the · . in. St. Qroix @ was �rviced by the San Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . riday, t ber 2S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10: O a.or. Juan patrolm�. The cllaim;an.enco.urag� . captain's office at a1f times . . A telex was · an Juan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, October 1 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0: 30 a.m. · sent to Vice .president ".Red" Camp�I as · · everyone to attemt the. sealift class ·at: the t. Loui . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, I ber 1 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10: 0 a . m . to how the watc:he.s -.V.ill � handled · �: , .,, ttan:Y ..· Lunde�g $.ciJO<)I . in . Pil)ev Point. .· . HonoJuJu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday tober 1 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10: O . m . the upcoming At3$ ' rather than,, qua,rte.rr ·.· ,J::te . noted thafthe ''&" rlen<i li:'1' ' ained ,, "' piasters. No af!��rha$y�t � receivecL ,_. , , iller:e came in :handy ·; > ng lh$ DuJuth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wedn day, October 1 6 10:30 . m . A new too? program was :being tested on: unde��YJ'epl0J'li$hrn�f El)(QrgiSes.:(''whipti, , Glouce ter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tue day, October 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. the LNG Ubr<J.. I�, w� 0WJ1n� to f!1e crew . by . �Et �ay.�;,,W�r,t.k a!i:nost. J lawl�!y'1; , Je y ity . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, October 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0: O . m . "f:very�me; ". � s�a\0d, · ·�,� verj proud:·. . Who we_re assur�that no fhcmge In menu . of the job they anfdolng." ' The deck ' &I.:: occu r . However; , or quality of -food would . the secr�ary did note that some non-u.s, : · agate rep0rtecl that tile clothing allowance GO�DEfi July 7--Qialnnan W.. • P, >.JeffE:) rsQri; Sec� retary C. JohnsOri; · Educational Dlrecfor Ross Hardy. 'SOme disputed OT was re- . .. < · .· . ·· · Monthly Meanbership Meetiftcs · · . . . . . • · . . . . . . . . . . · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jo¥ecimt d:o I I . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September · 1 985 / I( -- �� ). " . . . \!.�. . . · . · . :.. � : ;.�,,.• . · .. ·'· '. '",t:'.. '· ·. ·.·: ·�.. :./·· · ,,. , ,.. , · · :. ,:,-�- ·.. .-..,. , .,, .. , / . " : " ' '.� . . ..,- � _ :; , · - ; . . .. .. . . LOG / 29 · · :· ·"_; . �' ' '. Dispatchers Report for Great;Lake·s "TOTAL REGISTERED . Alf Groups Class CL · Class L Class NP Port Algonac . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . Port Algonac . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . Port Algonac . . . ; . . . .. . . . . . . . : . . Port Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _. : � Ctass L Class NP 13 -33 4 15 2 o 2 o 12 · 56 15 2 9 5 21. 6 3 5 21 0. : 3 4 14 ENTRY.DEPARTMENT T O 0 O · .4 . 91 25 9 _ · * "Tota l Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the. port last month * * " Registered on the Beach" means the total number of- men registered at thQ. port at the end of lastmonth. -. . .. - - - Totals All Departmef!ts ,.... 11 . 62 lO ' 27 . . .. . -. . · ; · AUG. 1-31 , 1985 Cllll A a.. I Clm C 5 60 12 11 18 8 49 35 38 17 29 3 4 37 0 1 325 1 11 1 3 8 4 7 7 6 8 10 0 22 7 0 8 101 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 4 . . • • • . • • . • . . • • • • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • • . . New Orlelnl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jadasonvilll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Fr1nclsco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . Honolulu . . . . . . . Houston . . . . . . . . SI. Lou s . . . . . . . Piney Point . . . . . .... .... .... .... .... .. .. .. .. .. ..... .... .... .... ... .. ........... ........... ... Pert Gloucester New York . . . . . . . Totals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . • • . . • . . . . • • . • • . . • . . • . . • • • . • • • • • . . • . . . PhHadelphla . • . . • • • . . • • • • . . . • . . • . . . . • • • • . Jacksonville San Francisco • Wilmington . . • • . • . • . . . . . . • • • . . . . . • . • . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston St Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Piney Pont . • . . • . • • • • . . . . • . • • . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York Philadelphia Baltimore Nor1olk Mob le • . . . . • . . . . . • • . . . . . . . • . . . • • • . • . . • . . • . . . • . • • • • • . • . • . • . . . • . • • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • • • • • • . • . • . . . . . . . . . • • . • • • • • • • . . • • • . • • ............ ... ........ ............ ........... . . . . . • . • • • . • . Sea.ttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . Honolulu Houston St. . . New Orleans . . . . Jacksonville . . . . . San Francisco . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . • • • . . • . • . . . . • . • • . . . . . • • Lou s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . • . • • • • • . . . • • • . Piney Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Totlll. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Port Gloucester . . • • TOtlls All 0 7 l l 4 9 14 9 1 4 5 0 9 4 0 1 19 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 . • . . . . . • • • . . . . • • . . . • • . . • • • • . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . • . . • • . . . . . . . • • . • . . . . . . . . . . • • • . • . • • • • • . • . • . • . . . . . • . . . • . . . . . . • . • . . . . • . • . • . • • • . • • . • . . • • . • . . . . . . . • . • • . • . • • • . • . • • • . . . . . • . . . • . . . . . • . • . . . • . • . • . . . . . • . • • . • . 0 9 2 l 5 0 27 14 4 2 7 0 101 0 0 0 172 0 0 502 230 Tl.1 357 113 . 0 30 4 5 7 11 28 20 31 20 33 7 9 11 0 0 211 0 5 0 0 0 0 3 1 3 0 2 0 189 0 l 0 204 . • 3 9 0 6 2 1 5 3 3 3 28 11 5 12 4 18 7 21 16 19 0 1 53 10 0 3 310 Dtpartl'lltlltl . . . . . . . . • . 0 31 5 5 8 10 36 31 16 14 13 7 2 15 0 3 1 11 2 0 13 0 0 0 5G . . • • 0 l 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 I 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 13 0 0 0 11 . . . . . • . TOtlls • . Norfolk Mob le . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orleans Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilming10n Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico Honolulu Hous1on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis Piney Po nt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 51 11 11 8 9 59 53 30 2� 23 15 5 16 0 0 315 1 21 4 14 8 4 21 11 45 10 21 4 1 15 0 0 ,. 2 29 8 3 4 1 17 10 39 12 18 0 5 18 0 0 1 11 New York Philadelphia Baltimore ., (31 3) 794�988 . . . BALTIMORE, Md. 1'21 6 E. Baltimore St. 21 202 ' (301 ) 327 4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio ·1 290 Old River Rd. 441 1 3 (216) 621 �545<> . DULUTH, Minn. 705 · Medical Arts Building 55802 (21 8) 722-41 1 0 . ·. , . GLOUCESTER, Maas� 1 1 Rogel"S St. 01930 . '. ' . , "·. : . ' .. (61 7) 283-1167 HONO�Uw. HaY(all 707 Alakea St 9681 3 (808) 537-571 4 HOUSTON, Tex. 1 221 Pierce St. 77002 .. (71 3) 659-51 52 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 331 5 liberty St. 32206 ,' ' , ' 3 total number of men reg stered at the • •IE8llTEllED DI HACH All ""'9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 1 3 2 0 13 0 0 0 21 Clla A a. I Clla C 9 1 38 7 19 v 15 88 65 75 58 73 32 5 97 0 3 m 7 26 6 10 9 5 10 35 20 25 21 8 25 17 1 1 221 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 2 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 I 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 3 3 0 12 0 0 0 22 1 107 13 19 15 14 47 40 50 33 -48 16 8 68 0 2 411 4 13 3 4 2 15 2 6 14 7 -40 3 40 2 0 0 1 55 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 2 0 5 0 6 0 0 0 17 0 0 2 63 4 3 6 2 32 14 111 :fl 8 23 18 41 0 0 314 5 1 00 23 5 34 4 28 27 58 48 36 13 116 36 0 3 531 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 4 5 0 0 0 208 0 0 1 224 141 149 1 , 913 1 ,041 _ �� . ,. , . , ., .... . . -... .. . "· . '· ,.. .. . ..... . . . . ... ,.. . . · ' . ' ' .· · • ' '• •' < (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (20 1 ) 435-9424 . ' ' '""';��.;.�'0' ' ;;. MOBIL� A..�/, ,: : : '..fslahd Pkwy,. 3.6605 . · •.1 640 . .paupnin ' . '. . .· , , · . · , :, , (205) 478-091 6 NEW ORLEANS, La. > . / 630 Jackson Av:e- 1:Pt30::·' . .• . (504). 529-7546 Toll Free: 1-800-32�2 NEW YORK, N.Y. · . 675 4 Ave "·':::"1"NORFolK:-:'V:,'fu'·"'"'�· ' ' Br'(11'� ·. . , , :· .· . .. . ,. . . . 499-6600 1 1 5 3 St. 235 1 0 (804) 622-1 892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. . . 2604 S. 4 St. 191 48 . (21 5) 336:-3818 PINEY ·polNT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 . - (301) 994�001 0 ' .·. ' SAN. FRANCISCO, Callf. . . .• . . . 350 Fremont St 941 OS (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1 057 Fernandez Junco� St. Stop 1 6 00907 (809) 725"'6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 981 21 (206) 441 - 1 960 ST, LOUIS, MQ. , 4581 .Gravois Av�. 631 1 6 · - - ' ' ' ' ,_ ' _. . . , ·. . · . c314Ltsa'."ssoo WILMINGTON, Callf. · · 408 Avalon Blvd .. 90744 . (21 3) 549.;40bQ . . · · port at the end of last month . -·. ,,. . · · 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 7 3 10 4 3 8 10 6 8 13 10 21 3 25 5 0 2 131 1 56 5 13 6 18 33 14 111 26 69 14 -4 39 1 1 41 1 EJITRY DEPARTll EJIT ,· Shlpptrig lh the month of August w.as up from the month .of July. A· totclt · of 1 ,381 .• Jobs · we�·shlpped�·· · · on Siu-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1 ,381 Jobs shipped, 727,Jobs or about 53 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by dB'' and "C" se�torlty people� A total of .1 49 trip relief Jobs were. shipped. Since the trip relief pr0gram began on Aprll 1, 1 982� a total of 1,631 jobs have been , , ...slllppec:t.· ·· · ,. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 2 1 0 95 0 0 0 1 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 43 0 0 0 143 '"Total Reg stered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at lhe port last month . · • "Reg stered on the Beach" means the -1 -, ., ·, : ALGONAC; Mich. 520 St Clair Rivel' Dr. 48001 SllWARD DEPARTllEJIT GIOucester • . • . Pert • . . Totals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • . . 0 9 0 3 3 1 2 2 2 4 6 0 9 0 0 0 41 0 45 7 19 9 7 29 25 23 12 17 0 6 25 0 2 Z2I . Seattle . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . Puer1D R co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • 39 · DBI DEPM1IBT 0 0 24 0 0 2 4 0 10 0 4 0 19 0 1 9 8 0 2 0 6 0 1 0 3 21 0 0 0 0 6 0 4 111 C8mpbell, Vice . president Mike Saeco, Vice President Joe saccO, Vice President . George McCartney. _Vice President Roy_ "::·Mercer, Vice President · Bl6INE DEPARTMENT Baltimore Nor1olk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mob le . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Or1eans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . · TOTM. IHIPPED All ...... ca.a A Cllll I Cllll C "TOTAL llHiiIEilED All er.,. Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York Pllllldelphla . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blltimoft Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ·�. . . 17 .· . 34 -�us "Red" Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea ""' l' ·.• - . Leon Hall, _ Vice President . STEWARD DEPARTMENT 6 "·' Q,. ...f:,� ���nt Joe DtGlorglC>, SecretBrtL . ' . ENGINE · DEPAfiTMENT 8 . : -. !>: · ·. ""REGIS:TEftED-ON· BEAt;K ··. . AU Groups ' ' Ctass CL Class L Class NP DECK · DEPARTMENT 3 4 . TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups ·Class CL :pi�.•ctory o1·· po;tts ._ ·· ·· . · . . . .. ... .. . . . � � su.pport SPAD. I 30 I LQG I September , 1985 __;._______________________________________________________________________ � � --------------- �· · · ·· . · · ·.· · · .··. e.. · · . o ts. . tq;�i}fi� an4 tighten our belts" ? Or · . S S ha ·\..., ·. ed fr · .. � · · · ·. · • . •.· ., o £'1 .. ·.· � . . mthe long summ .· ·.. t...catio�, · 1··. · . , /Will we.�ntinfie to hear, "Cuthis and . · e· ··r·....•·. sva ·· N.G•. RE .. . . ·and . . · . '• , .. 0 ) - �: �:� :/". : M.ci dozens ()f6fhers--yet so little has bavi,- ''been dq�; " . ' tacked wprld word going aroumi capitol Hill is th�t don't you · dare,touch mine''? put together poQcies that are at least ·,,. Illdeeifiherejs a growing consensus The'United Sbites has no trade pol.; .. repn�sentative . and s¢nators learned beneficial .to . them< It is, time,:for the�. ambng tJie Ame{ic,an �pie that we've . something; 1be 9lk(pacJc hoµie rant �icy to speak of� �icepi �?n!shmasliof . . lJnit¥ States }Q do tlie SilJ1le. ·11 is . hacl �ell,ougb. �talk, f�cy words and action on the problems .this country is · - o trade'·t , t hepries. tiln e f orthe Uill t ed States ldfis hioned "free to d . . . ·� . t5-s0me-- '�111pty·p'romis�s byfoaderswho appear ,. tO � concerned only with the next facing; DQtalk, no. p0sturing. Po some: · · election or fund raiser. It is time for thing. elected representatives to stand Legislators went to. their grassrootS , · er and they learned that their constitu· � tllan mere party affiliation and deV'elop programs that will rekindle ents back home are tiied elf political America's eco.nomic and moral lead­ posturing and lip service .· How many Fajrand vigorous tnule wirh the rest tffing offief than gri and moari•while . ership. years now ha\re we listene<I to Repub­ of the world is what 1wil(�Stain this ' only protecting partisan political selflican.amrDelll�rat alik:e stand on the country into the 21st centilrY'f �tull 9th intere C soapbOx aricfrail agfilnSct cJhe mas sive support Representative and senators 'W€?re century philosophies wdn, 'r w . federal deficit. The people watit some­ omewhat . tart.led to di scover tJ:ie'. Again, both political papie a8ree thing d()ne. B-Oth parties warn of eco­ ' growing mood of their c0nstituents. there is a problem. The Uriited States , no.mic.di� and y� the,4eftcit grows . Were is . ;ui.�er �d. ev�n disgust be.. With an otr�year election on the her · the;world's mo t powerful coul)try i� . ·. on the Verge of becoming·� a debtor caUSC S() manY lealiers have flogged riz()1Lwil1 ahY; offi.ce, �e�icer go home . . • the same problem .. for years a.pd. ·.. . ·.. nation, like Bolivia. and teUhis people, "L>Ok, we all have. · years-mili tary spending, education, · social program, ·� crime, farm p�bJe m · J 0.ther industrifil countrl�s· havcf at� . r_ _ , �c= problems and · · y · Editorial :#r � · �·· , · ' 'Attn; Gulfamarica Crawmamb ara . I am in the process of writ.tug btogfapMes ab°'ut some Of my rela.tives a.nd; would like to get � cont.act. ?1th or9WJ¥�r& of the , • • Notice to Deep Sea Members: Special Agreements Gulfamsr:toa, ·Wb.iob. l'Tas atta,okei:l>tJ#,a German subrna.rine off J�nv1lle · Pl&. on April 10, 1942. Any help you can provide will be · $px)reeiated. 'VU7 �t Afth11r L. Jlo1dtaille , · •·()� Jlml e ... . . : Marlow He:lgb:ts, ,�,," &GotnC.tor •tpe:r'"Jl4uc;attoll . . .. "·· •ct. Ir. . , 80748 ··F '• • t� I .am a gr�ful recipient of on.a ofthe iJftloh�e Charlie r.6ga.n. 8chol&rsh1J>e. I received f;l).is a.wa.M in the spring of 1984, a.nd it has , · . •. . .. ' . ' ' been a gre&t h81P f.O; JD;Y' a0adem1q ca.rear. .. l ha.ve �en enro�ed in the Matteo R1®1 ennege,pregra.m � Be&ttl.e .of studies. •a.tteo Jitieci Unive1'8iW, a.nd,h8.v�. Just . oornpleted that College is an .mtegra.tion Qi high-s(}}'l.001 a.nd ooll��e that 61ldS in a. Bachelor of Arts degree in the humanities, six yea.rs a.ft.er tn.e eighth grade. It is not S. l)J:(>gr8JI1 spEt.ciflca.lly for g1fted students, but ior thOEJe mterested in . a structured edueation a.nd a smooth transition from · highc-school .to oonege. It.is h1ghly e)(pertmental ·and'haa won •.ma.ny . . .·. . . · ·· .··.·.· .· ·. . . a.ward8 an!i gr¥1-ts. Juet th1S past M� l: cpmpl�ted the Matteo ll.ic¢ progrtun., and.wjll to s,tu<JY commeretiil go on, at, Bea.ttl� u. in,.. art a.nd bee<>me a. �:Pbjc ,<if:leigner. A.-t thiS. po1Il.1'. � $1'a.dErpotnt · · average 1s a 3:39. . .·.· ·. · . . ·.•··.. ,· . . . . . · ·.. .· < The �ll� I.og&:p. schol8.l'shiI> ha.s given me time to pl&n a.n . . . .sho,. rt education t,hat I can reaJ:isticaJ1y.hope to. a.trord now, a.n� in. . term it ha.$ anow:ea. me to live pn at Seattle U. fol.' at' lea.st P�.-�· I1lY in'vol-yement a;t of'the y�. Ltviilg on · . o ch ql m � e t.)l . my gi'qWth Whli& at Beattle U., I have re� �.a,� a. ooll�ge edUQ&tiOJ1 is n()t . , , course . . · . ' · . .. . . .. . . · the,·�'of Al't' rl,hell- plan 1'1te Cam.pus ca.µipu$1 gr8&tJY .fa.c1litates. � tp.d eontrj®tif.()l). 1;6 sclro<>� �. sbliply ?l� to learn � µt a h!gli-p�·J;)I'Ofe�1Qll; but pl&ee. for person ti>:11npl'QV9 oneself. throµgtl. opp9rtllnitJ.�8 for le&rDJ.t.J,g · a a & a.bout the '!<>rid.· Some .�f .the oourses I h&ve eI!Joyed the most have little.to ·dci·.·� eonUn9reia.l .a.rt; such .�', philosoppy &nd theology . .··· . . .. . . . . . . . . .•... .·.· • . ···• ..· J:, Would strop.gly encqura.ge sea.m� n &lid tl>.eil" �ptmdep:ts who a.re 9ou.rees.. clonside� ],Ugh:�r eduqation to. appJy' for the . �lle.Logtm . ve you oppo sc.]lol&rship I,et it·gt ties t;hat,weren't possible. I h&ve heard tllat a.b<>ut .three nUlliori doiijU>S of prty&t$ schola.rsJ:tl,p . money goes unused. ea.cl). yea.r �e pee)ple e1mpjy don't apply. Even 1f· you aren't sure OfYOUI' cha.n� , go for lt. l �$elf .· app'.lled atter a.h'ea.dy oompleti:Qg �:�� 9f cqllege;. a.nd'W$8n't sUre l, would wm. · Tcyin.g is oert&1n1y � die > which can }tE!SP you from ha.vttlg tq fo;rego higher edUca.tit;>n. �r a.it. .' � . --' - - �Il8tve. ' as they SBi.V• '."If,;you education tcy tgnor&nce/ _ ' think · _ , , , -_ .• rtuni preyi_Oll81y t.en-tb.ciUsan�.;dollaP&W&W, - _ ,- ' ; - - , - ' - ' , .- -, stnoeft!y, Conft4· CJwres · Seaftle, 'WH,h. • - .. ; - ,, ,.;> - - ,, - .• • Many of our contracted ve sel are operating under special agreement , acquired by SIU Cont�cted Employer , by or Propo als (RFP ) . succes fully bidding on Requests These vessels are subject to special requirement from the Department of Navy, Military Sealift Command or the Maritime Admini tration . All Port Agent have copie of all pecial agreemen which are available for your review and in pection . If you are employed aboard any uch ve sel you may have copie of any pecial agreements relating to your ve el by contacting the Contract Department at U nion Headquarters. The folJowing ve els are under pecial agreement USNS USNS USNS USNS Altair Denebola Pollux Regulu M. V. f}us Darnell M . V . Paul B uck Southern Cro SS SS Keystone State USNS USNS USNS PFC 2nd PFC P C Cpl . Maj . PFC Sgt. Antare Algol Capella Dewayne William Lt. John P. Bobo Jame Ander on William Baugh Loui Hauge, Jr. Stephen Pless Eugene Obregon Matej Kocak SS SS USNS Bel latrix Other ve sels covered by below: M.V. M.V. M.V . M.V. M.V. Falcon Falcon Falcon Falcon Falcon M.V. SS SS SS Falcon Prince Inger Independence Constitution Champion Leader Counte Lady Ducbe SS Gem AJatna tate Chattahoochee Nodaway M. V. Contender M . V . Stalwart SS American Eagle SS American Condor SS American Cormorant SS pecial agreements are li led M.V. M.V. M. V. M. V . All All O . M . I . Mi ouri 0 . M . I . Sacramento Sugar Islander Moku Pabu Integrated Tug Barges LNG Carrier . September 1985 / LOG / ·31 · �t\ ;� F '" �. -... - �, i �� : � , ·� ,_ . ·- L . . ·: . -, . � - · · � � . . ·. '� . , ;·. . � - . ' . clU�T Fl�H .'! HOOK INTO dOB DON 'T L)ECURITYf r .• � : -;_ ·- ·. . . ' · -��-� : '· '� >r · .. '• . . . • . . -� : � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1985 Description An account of the resource Headline: DESPITE TROUBLES, UNION CONTINUES TO SERVE YOU SIU WILL OPEN DRUG REHAB CENTER ON JAN. 1 SERVICE CONTRACT WILL APPLY IN 3 NAVY BIDS NEW PASSENGER SHIP BILL COULD BOOST U.S. FLEET PLANS OK PENSION "BUY OUT" ON A TRIAL BASIS AGENTS JOE AIR, STEVE TROY RETIRE, WORKED 4 DECADES ONBOARD THE OGDEN YUKON EVEN CATS FACE LAY-UP BAY RIDGE ENTERS L.A. HARBOR SIU STANDS FIRM TO PROTECT SONAT WORKERS YOU CAN TRUST YOUR BOAT TO THE MEN WHO STAY AFLOAT SEAFARER'S DAUGHTER KATIE BATTLES CEREBRAL PALSY MAKE YOUR FUTURE COOL & COMFORTABLE THE SIU RETURNS TO NEW BEDFORD FLEET IS PROTECTED FOR ANOTHER YEAR CRANFORD NAMED CLAIMS ADMINISTRATOR, AIMS FOR IMPROVED SERVICE 5 NEW SHIPS CARRY SIU CREWS EXPANDED PHONE SERVICE MEANS CLAIM HELP COAST TO COAST REGULUS IS FIRST OF 4 NEWLY-REFITTED SL-7S FOR SIU OVERSEAS ARCTIC PAYS OFF IN PORT OF PHILADELPHIA LEADERS: THE PEOPLE WANT ACTION, NOT HOT AIR Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1985 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 47, No. 9 1985 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/aa28842dde3dbd771c8912aca46266e5.pdf 17f5bc494d1ae54d669bbf0ba2c98ecf PDF Text Text Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union • Atlantic, Guff, Lakes and Inland Waters District • AFL·CIO Vol. 48 No. 9 September 1986 New Rule Allows Foreign Flags DOD Fires on Cargo Preference Law What began as a squabble between a small U.S. carrier, the Department · of Defense and Iceland could open the doors of $1.8 billion in guaranteed U.S. cargo to foreign ships. The Department of Defense has proposed a rule to allow foreign-flag ships into a trade that since 1904 has been reserved for U .S.-flag ships (see editorial page 23). The Navy coordinates all military shipments. Currently the 1904 Military Cargo Preference Act requires that I 00 percent of all military cargo be shipped on American vessels, unless the cost is excessive and then 50 percent of the cargo may be shipped foreign. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has the final say if the cost is excessive. Under the DOD proposal, the entire amount of military cargo could be opened to foreign shippers, and the Navy would be the group which determines if the rates are excessive. The fear expressed by opponents to the action is that any time an American bid for cargo is higher than foreign rates, the Navy will determine it is "excessive." No one in the industry denies foreign-flag shipping is cheaper. Now when the DOT attempts to determine.if an American shipping firm is charging excessive costs, the basis is ''whether the costs or the profits to the operator are excessive or otherwise unreasonable and not whether the cost is excessive to the government," said Jim J. Marquez, the department's general counsel. mine if the costs are excessive and then waive cargo preference. · "It could be applied any time you have some bureaucrat who simply arbitrarily says your rates are excessive, without knowing what your costs are,'' said Albert E. May, executive vice president of the Council of AmericanFlag Ship Operators. While some claim this move is an effort to cut costs, most industry observers say the new rule is an attempt to appease the government of Iceland. For many years, supplies to a U.S. Air Force and Navy base were transported by three small Icelandic ships, because no U.S. carrier was in the trade. However, in 1985 Rainbow Navigation, Inc. was founded and claimed they had rights to the cargo under the 1904 Cargo Preference Act. Rainbow won the cargo but the government of Iceland put pressure on the U.S. to return the business, or at The DOD proposal would give a contracting officer the right to deter- (Continued on Page 24.) ''Sure foreign-flag ships charge cheaper rates. They pay their crews less, their ships cost less, they have fewer safety and other regulations to follow and they receive backing from their governments. But then nobody ever called the Liberian-flag fleet 'America's Fourth Arm of Defense' either," said SIU President Frank Drozak. All Roads Lead to ... Diego 11 J ~;;:;;;- ~iiiii8' 12 & 13 Pages Well Bless My Sole New Bedford Fishing Fleet Gathers for Blessing W HEN Herman Melville wrote Moby Dick, he gave mention to the whaling port of New Bedford , Mass. settled in 1640. It seemed to him the sturdy, small houses and flower beds had all been harpooned and pulled up from the sea so much did the air hold the taste of salt, so much did generations pass on the whaling trade and sermons at Seamen's Bethel on Johnny Cake Hill offered up prayers for a successful voyage. Today, New Bedford is a major fishing port and houses the largest assemblage of fishing boats anywhere on the East Coast. The pulpit at Seamen's Bethel is carved into the shape of a ship's prow. Fishermen's wives still watch quietly from the docks for their husbands' return from the sea. The most recent wave of immigration brought Portuguese fishermen and their families here. Many belong to the SIU. And each year in August the Portuguese community and all of New Bedford tum out to take part in the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament and (Continued on Page 16.) Bob Vahey Dead Page 3 • President's Column: SIU-NMU Merger, 'Pattern of Approval' Page 2 • Page 24 The procession of New Bedford fishing vessels makes its way to the Coast Guard cutter and the blessing. �roza Reagan Aide Misinforms Senate On Ship Crew Manning Issue T HIS Union is in excellent shape. We have jobs for our membership, and they are goodjobs. We have training programs which are providing our members with the skills to handle these new jobs responsibly and efficiently. And, as we continue to expand the job opportunities for this membership, we continue to grow as an organization. But-this maritime industry is in terrible shape. It is in the worst shape that I have seen it in all of my years as a seaman and as a Union official. The last of the liner companies, Farrell, Lykes and U.S. Lines, are all in bad financial shape. Sea-Land, an unsubsidized company, an innovative leader in the industry worldwide, and for many years a financially stable organization, today is losing millions of dollars each quarter. Waterman, which astounded the industry by recovering from bankruptcy, is facing new difficulties because the Maritime Administration is letting other shipping companies into their trade routes. The Reagan administration continues to steer a ruinous "free trade" course despite all of the warning signals. Efforts by some segments of our industry to make the U.S.-flag competitive on the high seas are ignoreddeliberately. In a recent letter to Sen. Ted Stevens, chairman of the Senate' s Subcommittee on Merchant Marine , the director of Reagan's Office of Management and Budget urged the senator to drydock any operating subsidy program because of "the lack of change in the areas of crew size and wages ... ' ' (See the full text of this letter published on this page.) The fact is that the SIU has substantially restructured crew size and crew responsibilities which have resulted in significant savings to its contracted operators. And this has been done without compromising the job security of this Union's membership. Let me give you an example. When Sea-Land designed and put into service 16 new diesel ships, 12 D-9s and four D-6s, this Union negotiated crew reductions for both types of vessels. According to figures published by the U.S. Maritime Administration, this results in a savings to Sea-Land of $10 million per year. A significant operating cost reduction, and it was negotiated without compromising the job (See President's Report this page.) EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET WASHINGTON, D.C. 20803 security of SIU members or the safety of the ships. We have been effecting these crew reductions wherever we can to do our part in making the U.S.-ftag competitive. But, we can't do it all, and we can go no further alone. We would hope that other unions would begin to take a look at their manning requirements in light of the reality of the shipping world as it is today , and to take positive actions within their organizations so that we can work together to save this industry. If we can do this together , we can together per uade Congress that whatever form of operating subsidie are then necessary to keep our industry viable and our nation ' s defense needs secure should be forthcoming. * * * Speaking of working together, this membership is well aware that we have been working toward the merger of maritime labor organizations. We feel that the unity of common efforts toward common goals is both necessary and proper. We have had many discussions about merger in the past 25 years. Just recently, at my request, AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland sent letters to all of the maritime unions with a copy of our merger proposals. During the past two months, the National Maritime Union has discussed these proposals in their publication, and has polled their membership. NMU President Shannon Wall wrote to me recently and said that "support for merger of all the unli- Honorable Ted Stevens Chairman Subcommittee on Merchant Marine Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 August 16, 1986 Dear Ted: Thank you for your recent letter concerning S. 2662, legislation designed to reform the Operating Differential Subsidy (ODS) program. The administration recognizes the need for meaningful ODS reform and would be pleased to explore with you ways to achieve a consensus on both the substance and cost of such a legislative package. S. 2662 already includes several reforms that the administration believes are important, such as authority for subsidized U.S.-flag operators to construct or acquire vessels at world market prices and increased operating flexibility necessary to respond more efficiently to market conditions. I believe, however, that S. 2662 must go much further in restructuring the existing ODS program in order for it to be a meaningful reform package. Among other things, the administration is particularly concerned about the lack of change in the areas of crew size and wages, both of which need to be restructured to improve the long-term competitiveness of the U.S.-flag fleet. Cost is also a critical area. I agree with your assessment that S. 2662 has significant budgetary problems and believe that its cost needs to be brought in line with the cost of the existing ODS program. Crew size and wage reforms will help achieve this goal as well as a hard look at the number of ships eligible for subsidy and the need for grants to the small operators. With the end of this Congress quickly approaching, I can understand your sense of urgency in seeking early Senate action on S. 2662. On the other hand, I believe the substantive and budgetary problems associated with S. 2662 are too significant to await conference for resolution. Instead, I urge you to address these problems before S. 2662 is brought to the Senate floor. Sincerely yours, James C. Miller Director ct: Honorable John C. Danforth Honorable Ernest F. Hollings Honorable Daniel K. Inouye (Continued on Page 23.) September 1986 Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO Vol. 48 , No. 9 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Charles Svenson Editor Angus "Red" Campbell Joe DiGiorgio Ed Turner Vice President Secretary Executive Vice President Joe Sacco Mike Sacco Leon Hall Vice President Vice President Vice President George McCartney Roy Mercer Steve Edney Vice President Vice President Vice President Mike Hall Managing Editor Max Hall Deborah Greene Associate Editor Associate Editor Ray Bourdlus Assistant Editor 2 I LOG I September 1986 Lynnette Marshall Assistant Editor/Photos The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746, Tel. 8990675. Second-class postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �He Was Dedicated, Innovative and Energetic Bob Vahey, Architect of Many SIU Programs, Dies Bob Vahey (left) was instrumental in developing many of the programs and issues that have helped the SIU stay afloat in troubled times. He is pictured with SIU President Frank Drozak. Bob Vahey, who waged a heroic year-long battle against cancer, died Sept. 17. He was 40 years old. Described by those who worked with him as "tireless" and "energetic," Bob was involved in every phase of this Union's activities. Named special assistant to the SIU - president in I 983, Vahey made a lasting contribution to the SIU and the maritime industry in such diverse areas as safety, education and grassroots political activity. "Although Bob's name was not on the SIU ballot," said SIU President Frank Drozak, "he did more to protect the job security of this membership than almost anyone else I can think of.,, Bob played a pivotal role in helping the SIU secure thousands of military-related jobs for its members. ''Bob Vahey was one of the first people to understand the importance of military work to the survival of the American-flag merchant marine," said SIU Vice President Red Campbell. ''He did everything he could to push this organization in that direction.'' At a time when the American-flag fleet has dwindled to fewer than 400 ships, fully one-third of the jobs available to SIU members are onboard military-contracted vessels. One of the last things that Bob did before he entered the hospital for the final time was to secure a bid from La vino Shipping Co., which means 300 more jobs for SIU members. "I've never seen such a raw display of courage or devotion," said Mike Neumann, director of the Government Contracts Department of the Transportation Institute, who accompanied Bob to that meeting. "Bob knew he was dying, but all he could think about was the well-being of the membership." "I think the Lavino thing kept him going," said Tom Messana, another assistant to the SIU president. "He would not let himself die until he secured those jobs for the membership." "It was Bob Vahey," said SIU Vice President Roy "Buck" Mercer, "who first came up with the idea of applying the Service Contract Act to the maritime industry.'' Bob joined the SIU in 1979 to head its inland waters division. A veteran of the ACBL, Dixie and Outreach Marine beefs, he had been on the front line in the battle to protect the rights of Union members employed in the tug and barge industry. He braved bullets in Jeffersonville, Ind. and time-consuming and often heart-wrenching legal maneuverings in the federal courts and the National Labor Relations Board to grapple with the growing anti-union trend in the tug and barge industry. ''Bob felt a personal sense of solidarity with our members in the inland industry,'' said John Fay, assistant secretary treasurer of the SIU. "He was not willing to see their wages and benefits cut.'' "The battle to protect the rights and dignity of Union members on the rivers is still being waged," said SIU Vice President Mike Sacco. "We've had some wins as well as some losses. But when the final chapter is written, a great deal of credit will have to go to Bob Vahey.'' "No matter how difficult or impossible a situation seemed," said SIU legal counsel Jim Altman, "Bob Vahey had a way of rallying the troops, of making things bearable through hi optimism, professionali m and tenacity." Before Bob joined the SIU in 1979, he was director of re earch for the Tran portation In titute, a nonprofit maritime re earch organization. His commitment to excellence helped tran form that organization into one of the leading center of maritime research in the country. "Many of the maritime program that were enacted in the 1970 would never have een the light of day had it not been for Bob Vahey,'' said Richard Da chbach, former maritime counsel for the Senate Commerce Committee. "I always knew," said Daschbach, "that I could rely on the integrity and professionalism ofVahey's research." ''Bob Vahey was the father of the ocean mining and outer continental shelf issues," said Jean lngrao, secretary-treasurer of the Maritime Trades Department. ·'He worked on developing programs relating to ocean thermal energy and cargo preference." "He was the impetus behind the General President's Council on the Outer Continental Shelf,'' added SIUNA Vice President Jack Caffey. Bob served as a delegate to the International Labor Organization in 1984, and wrote the Sealift Training Manual for the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. He coordinated the SIU's efforts to block construction of the Cross-Florida Pipeline. "He was a brilliant mechanic," said Frank Paladino, head of the SIU's inland division. "Bob Vahey was the only person I know who could have gone through all those RFPs (Request for Proposals)," said Red Campbell, in reference to the bidding system for Navy work. "Some of those proposals were in excess of 500 pages. It was Bob who alerted many of our owners to potential military work." "Bob Vahey represented the finest of today's new breed of labor leaders," said Ron Rasmus, president of Admiral Towing.and Barge Company. "We liked working with him because he understood and could balance the needs of Seafarers with the needs of the maritime industry today.'' ''Bob Vahey was instrumental in helping us shape a curriculum that was sensitive to the needs of the industry," said John Mason, head of curriculum development at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. "If it weren't for him, we wouldn't have had a Sealift Conference, which was the first of its kind in the country, or a crane operator's course." "It was Bob Vahey who sold the Navy on the idea that the military work could be performed by civilian mariners," said Bob Kesteloot, vice chairman of the Transportation Institute and former head of the Navy's Sealift Division. ''The turning point came in 1985, when the Southern Cross became the first vessel manned by civilian mariners to do something more than just participate in exerci es. "The eyes of the Navy were really opened by the flawless performance of the SIU crew," said Kesteloot. "More than anyone else I can think of," said Marianne Rogers, the SIU's political director, "Bob Vahey maintained a standard of excellence. And he made people live up to that standard." ''Bob Vahey made an immeasurable difference in this Union's grassroots political efforts," said Rogers. "He had a genius for coordinating the efforts of a diverse group of people." "Bob Vahey kept in daily contact with the ports," said Tom Messana. "He gave full support to the officials in the field. In return, he demanded that they maintain a certain standard in ervicing the membership." "Whenever I had a problem," said Don Anderson, port agent for Wilmington, "I knew that I could turn to Bob Vahey.'' ''You didn't mind working your guts out for him," said one official, "because you knew that he· was working twice as hard as you were." ''Bob Vahey had an uncanny ability,'' said Jim Patti, head of the Maritime Institute for Research and Industrial Development and one of Bob's frat brothers at George Washington University more than 20 years ago, "to make practical use of any conversation." "You'd say something to Bob," said Tom Messana, •'and months later you'd find out he had used it as a basis for some new idea or program.'' "He was a lovable guy," said Frank Paladino. "You could go in and talk to him about anything." "He was more than a boss," said Jeanne Textor, his administrative assistant. .. He was a friend." "Once you reach a certain age," said SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex, quoting something Bob himself had said shortly before his death, "you finally understand that no one is indispensable. Yet while everyone can be replaced," said Pecquex, ·'it takes longer to replace some people than others." "It will be many moons," said Pecquex, "before we 'II see the likes of Bob Vahey again." At his request, Bob Vahey was interred at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. On the day of his death, SIU President Frank Drozak had the flags at the SIU headquarters building flown at half mast. Bob is survived by his wife Elizabeth; his parents; and two brothers, William and Chris. As an SIU representative to the International Labor Organization (ILO), Bob Vahey helped bring unions from around the world together to face common problems. Last year in Geneva, Switzerland, Vahey (right) and Richard Daschbach, who represented the Maritime Trades Department, confer at the ILO meeting. September 1986 I LOG I 3 �I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I • orth America, AF -CIO Washington Report I I I I I I I I I I I • I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Manpower Shortage • • A hypothetical question: What if Libya were to continue to sponsor terrorist activities? Many noted experts, including Richard Nixon and former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, believe that this country should impose an embargo. But the question remains: Would this country have adequate sealift capability to do that? Captain Robert W. Kesteloot, former director of the Navy's Strategic Sealift Division, and the new vice chairman of the Transportation Institute, says that "the U.S. merchant fleet will be nearly 250 ships short and would face a crew shortage of nearly 5,000 to 6,000 seamen in 1992 if a national emergency were to occur.'' The key to correcting that situation, ay Kesteloot, is cargo. Otherwise, the United States would remain a musclebound giant: overequipped in high-tech weaponry, but lacking in sealift and other conventional capabilities. Trade Deficit Soars •• I I I I I I I "I knew the end was coming when the lights went dark. I pushed the children down on the floor and covered them with my body.'' Those words were spoken by one of the hostages onboard the ill-fated Pan American World Airways Flight 73 in Karachi, Pakistan. The woman was lucky. She and her children survived the 16-hour ordeal. Eighteen of the 389 passengers and crewmembers did not. International travel in this day and age poses a problem. That is especially true for those people whose job it is to transport goods and materials on planes and ships. Without these transportation workers, international commerce would be impossible. Yet it is they who are on the front line in the war against terrorism. Planes and ships have become natural targets for terrorists. Indeed, after the raid on Libya, the Islamic Jihad promised to retaliate against ••American embassies and ships." In the Persian Gulf today, neutral ships (in the context of the Iran-Iraq War) are being stopped and searched. These latest developments demonstrate how important it is for this country to have an adequate sealift capability as well as a comprehensive policy on terrorism. The SIU is dealing with this issue on many different levels, from its training school at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to its legislative staff in Washington, D.C. • August was a time for bad economic news. The trade deficit reached an all-time monthly high. The country's economic performance continued to stagnate. In addition, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) estimated that the fiscal year 1987 budget deficit would top $163 billion. What does that mean? According to the OMB, if across-the-board spending cuts under the Gramm-Rudman-Hollings deficit reduction law are still in effect, then non-defense programs would have to be slashed by 7 .6 percent while defense programs would face cuts amounting to 5.6 percent. 4 I LOG I September 1986 September 1986 For the Department of Transportation, that would mean a cut in spending authority for fiscal year 1987 of $2.4 billion and a cut of $500 million in estimated outlays. Maritime Administration operations and training, research and development outlays would be reduced by aboQt $4.7 million. Drug and Alcohol Testing The SIU outlined its reaction to a proposed rule by the Coast Guard on alcohol and drug abuse. ··Just like American society,'' said SIU President Frank Drozak, ·'people who work in the U.S. merchant marine face some serious drug and alcohol abuse problems. We at the SIU have done quite a bit on our own to help our people overcome the burden of addiction. We applaud the Coast Guard's efforts in this area. "We do, however, object to certain aspects of the proposed rule .... " Among the objections that Drozak cited were the provisions that would make it mandatory for seamen to turn someone in for drug use or else face loss of their own license· onboard alcohol and drug testing, and a re~ habilitation program that would implement a six-month waiting period for anyone who is sent to or who volunteers to go to a rehabilitation program. Drozak noted that the average seaman does not have the expertise to determine who is or is not on drugs, and that requiring them to tum someone in would create dissension onboard a vessel. If they feel someone's behavior poses a threat to the safety of a vessel, most seamen have enough sense to report that person. Most of the tests presently employed in field alcohol and drug testing are notoriously unreliable. In some cases, there has been an inaccurate testing rate of 65 percent. And while Drozak applauded the concept of allowing people to retain their documents by going through a rehabilitation program, he feels it should be up to a seaman's counselor to determine if he is fit to go back to work. To mandate a six-month waiting period would deter many people from seeking help. stopped anti-labor forces from gutting the Service Contract Act. The victory came when Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-Mass.) offered an amendment from the floor. Since its inception in 1965, the SCA has set stringent wage standards for companies bidding for government-generated work. Under its provisions, a company cannot pay its workers less than prevailing local industrywide standards. Language was included in the Senate version of the FY 1987 Department of Defense Authorization bill which would have severely restricted the application of these wage restrictions. The SIU worked with the rest of organized labor to strike this language. 11 Tax Reform On August 16, House and Senate conferees announced the broad outlines of a compromise tax reform bill. •·Although the details of the final package remain sketchy," said SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex, "it would appear that the U.S. maritime industry fared very well. Almo t without exception, every item or change sought by the SIU was included in the conference committee's final bill." Among other things, the conference measure pretty much retains existing law with respect to the vessel Capital Construction Fund and the deduction of expenses while attending a convention onboard a U .S.-flag cruise ship. Both will continue. It repeals deductions that had spurred investment in so-called •'flag-ofconvenience vessels." Cargo Preference Under the Military Transportation Act of 1904, 100 percent of the nation's defense cargoes are reserved for U .S.-flag vessels. The Act waives this requirement, however, if no U.S. tonnage is available or if the rates charged by the U.S. carriers are excessive or "otherwise unreasonable.'' Under present regulations, the U.S. Maritime Administration is the agency charged with the responsibility for determining whether a U .S.-flag rate is excessive or unreasonable. Bowing to pressure from the U.S. Department of State, the Department of Defense has re- cently published a proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register which would transfer this authority to the Department of Navy. "The SIU believes that such a change would be detrimental to the U .S.-flag fleet," said SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex. The proposed rule also has garnered the opposition of The Journal ofCommerce, which notes that it would strip the Maritime Administration of one of its more important functions. Such a move, said The Journal of Commerce, might even make Marad expendable. That would prove disastrous for the maritime indu try, said the Journal, because every industry that wants to protect its own interest must have at least one federal agency or department backing it. Shipment of Coal to Military Bases Both the Senate and Hou e .versions of the Department of Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 1987 contain provisions which would require certain overseas U.S. military bases to convert from coal powered heating systems to district heat. Better known a "city steam heat" in the United States, district heat is a system whereby American forces surrender independent control of their own energy sources on U.S. bases and tie into municipal power plants. ·'Aside from the national security concerns associated with such as move," aid SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex, "it could force the layup of several SIU-contracted ships." Because the Military Transportation Act of 1904 requires that I 00 percent of the coal for these bases travel onboard U.S. vessels, it provides full-time employment for quite a few Service Contract Act By an overwhelming 61-34 vote, the Senate (Continued on Page 7.) �Sabine Captain First to Sign Up For Inland SPAD Checkoff Frank Jewell, a captain for Sabine Towing in Port Arthur, Texas, not only helped come up with the first SP AD checkoff plan for Sabine, but became the first Boatman there to sign up for it. The 29-year-old, who has been working tugs since shortly after high school, was on the contract committee which recently hammered out an agreement with Sabine. "I told them if we could come up with a plan, I would be the first to sign up," he said. After three years as a deckhand, Jewell was one of the first Boatmen to complete the Transportation Institute' s Operator Scholarship Program at SHLSS. Then three years ago he upgraded again when he received his offshore license. Capt. Frank Jewell (right) receives congratulations from Houston Rep Dean Corgey for being the first Boatman at Sabine Towing to sign up for SPAD checkoff. Luedtke Engineering Dredging Buffalo Harbor Luedtke Engineering has won the contract to dredge the Buffalo (N. Y .) Harbor. • Luedtke has also won the job to dredge the harbor of Racine, Wis. Dunbar & Sullivan will do the shoreside work there . • The Zenith Dredge Co. is on a dredge job in the Duluth, Minn. area . • The new contract for Boatmen at the Tampa Bay Pilots Assn. was signed, sealed and delivered. A SPAD checkoff agreement was also included in a new three-year contract with C.G. Willis Towing. Aboard the tug Roletta in Paulsboro, N.J. are from the left, Whit Williams, deckhand; Herbert Williams, captain; Jim Martin, SIU Norfolk port agent, and James Carawan. Tug Marion Moran Sails for Chile The crew of the tug Marion Moran (Moran of Texas) gets a little free time as she awaits a berth in Galveston, Texas to take on a load of wheat bound for Chile. The crew is (front I. tor.) 2nd Mate Dick Holt, AB Jimmy Papis Jr., Asst. Engineer Paul Joiner, Chief Engineer Joe Kadak, (back row) Cook John Lee, Capt. Lou Vest, 1st Mate Jim Moran, OS Wade Wansley and AB Robert Wiggins. Crowley Votes New Contract SIU Boatmen at Crowley Marine in the ports of Wilmington and Long Beach, Calif., Philadelphia, San Juan, Lake Charle and Jacksonville early this month voted 165 to 114, with four ballots voided, for a new three-year contract. The last contract expired June 30. In the ports of Wilmington and Long Beach, Calif., unlicensed Boatmen work 24-hour shifts manning 15 tugboats, 20 barges and call boats. The bigger boats have 6-man crews and the smaller boats have 5-man crews . They dock ships and shift barges for the U.S. Navy and for private shipping there. Crowley Marine also has unlicensed and licensed SIU Boatmen on their Caribe Towing giant sea-going tugs and barges on the run from the ports of Jacksonville, Fla. and Lake Charles, La. to San Juan, P.R. and return. September 1986 I LOG I 5 �New Pensioners Joe Albritten, 64, joined the Union in the port of St. Louis , Mo. Brother Albritten is a resident of Murray , Ky. Pink Amos Jr., 60, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1959. He sailed as a deckhand for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad from 1961 to 1986. Brother Amos is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. He was born in Rutherfordton , N.C. and is a resident of Hampton, Va. Cleverne Lord Bradberry, 65, joined the Union in the port of Port Arthur, Texas in 1975. He sailed as a cook for Sabine Towing from 1971 to 1976. Brother Bradberry last sailed out of the port of Houston. He was a former member of the Electricians Union. Boatman Bradberry is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Born in Center, Texas, he is a resident of Port Arthur. Thomas Joseph Dujmovich Sr., 62, joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1961. He sailed as a storekeeper and maintenance man for Curtis Bay Towing from 1948 to 1977. Brother Dujmovich was a former member of the IBL of APL. He is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. Boatman Dujmovich was born in Philadelphia and is a resident of Glenolden, Pa. Benjamin Edward Edge, 61 , joined the Union in the port of Norfolk m 1962. He sailed as a deckhand and chief engineer for Stone Towing m 1958 and for Cape Fear Towing from 1969 to 1976. Brother Edge also worked as a machinist for Coastal Motors from 1954 to 1958. He was a former member of the United Mine Workers Union, District 50 from 1958 to 1962. Boatman Edge is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. A native of Bladen City., N.C., he is a resident of Wilmington, N .C. David B. George, 64, joined the Union m the port of Norfolk. He sailed as a deckhand. Brother George was born in North Carolina and is a resident of Wilmington , N .C . Gustave Henry LeBlanc Jr., 65, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans m 1956. He sailed as a deckhand and captain aboard the tug Coyle (Coyle Line) from 1947 to 1957 and for Crescent Towing from 1958 to 1977. Brother Le Blanc last shipped out of the port of Mobile and 6 I LOG I September 1986 was a former member of MEBA , the Teamsters Union and the Elevator Construction Union. He attended the 1977 Piney Point Gulf Inland Educational Conference. Boatman Le Blanc is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was born in Gretna, La. and is a resident of Belle Chasse, La. William "Will" Drue Savage, 60, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1969. He sailed as a tankerman and deckhand for Dixie Carriers from 1967 to 1986. Brother Savage last sailed out of the port of Wilmington, Calif. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Born in Jackson Parish, La., Savage is a resident of Houma, La. Charles Hammond Yates, 62, joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1956. He sailed as a tankerman and AB for G & H Towing from 1951 to 1986. Brother Yates was born in Cape Giradeau, Mo. and is a resident of Houston. Aboard the Gulf Star (Sheridan Transportation) are (I. to r.) SIU Rep Nick Celona; J. R. Thomas, AB; Steve Parrish, AB, and Steve Frantz, mate. In Memoriam July 23. Brother Walsh joined the Union in the port of Savannah, Ga. in 1957 sailing last as a captain for the C.G. Willis Barge Line. He was born in South Carolina and was a resident of Vidalia, Ga. Burial was in the Old Mt. Zion Cemetery, Lyons, Ga. Surviving is his widow, Mamie. Eugene Parham died on June 5. Brother Parham sailed for National Marine Service from 197 5 to 1977 and for Sabine Towing in 1985. Berry G. Walsh Jr., 58, died of a heart attack in Chesapeake, Va. on Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters AUG. 1-31, 1986 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Gloucester ....................... New York .. .... ... ....... .. .. .... Philadelphia . . .. . .. . .......... . .. . Baltimore .... . ................ . . . Norfolk . ... . ........... .. . .. ... . Mobile .. .. ..... . . .... ... . .. . . . .. New Orleans . ...... . . ... ..... . .. .. Jacksonville ........ . ............. San Francisco ...... . . . .. . ......... Wilmington ... ....... . . . ..... . ... . Seattle ........... . ........... . .. Puerto Rico ...................... Houston .... . ........ . ........... Algonac ......................... St. Louis ....... . . . .. . ........... Piney Point .. . . ........ . . . ... . .... Totals ............... . .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Port Gloucester .......... . ....... . . . .. New York ........................ Philadelphia ...................... Baltimore ..... . .................. Norfolk ...... . .................. Mobile . ......................... New Orleans ............ ... ....... Jacksonville . . . . ......... . . .. ..... San Francisco ..... ...... . ... ... ... Wilmington .. ... . . . . .. . ....... . ... Seattle ..... . .... . ..... . . . .. . .... Puerto Rico ...... . . . ...... . . . .... Houston . . ... .................... Algonac ......................... St. Lou is ............... . ..... . .. Piney Point ..... . ................. Totals ... . ......... . ........ . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Port Gloucester ........... . ......... . . New York . ....................... Philadelphia .... . ................. Baltimore ... . .................... Norfolk ......................... Mobile . . ... . ......... . .. .. .... . . New Orleans ...................... Jacksonville ...................... San Francisco . ... .. ........ . ...... Wilmington ....................... Seattle .. . ... .. ... .. .... . ........ Puerto Rico ... . . ... .............. Houston . .................... . ... Algonac . . .. . ... . . . . ....... .. .... St. Louis . .... . . .... .... . .. . ..... Piney Point . .... .. . . ..... . ........ Totals ... ... . ........... . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 5 111 26 51 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 1 0 1 3 60 1 2 2 0 10 0 0 4 4 0 1 89 0 0 0 0 8 0 2 1 0 1 0 0 1 5 0 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 5 4 0 11 0 0 6 0 7 1 19 38 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 5 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 2 10 0 0 0 0 38 13 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 7 0 8 3 0 1 0 1 0 7 1 63 23 1 0 6 3 0 0 0 0 92 26 5 0 0 1 0 6 0 0 1 4 2 0 14 0 0 3 17 1 0 16 148 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 29 1 1 65 0 0 5 0 0 0 4 4 0 15 0 0 7 0 0 0 44 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 4 0 0 40 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 22 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 18 0 1 35 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 1 9 88 27 22 223 99 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 3 25 25 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 7 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Totals All Departments ..... . ......... . 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 4 55 *" Total Registered " means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** " Registered on the Beach " means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. �In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key government officials instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. T HROUGH six terms in office, three in the state legislature and three in the U.S. Senate, Senator Bob Packwood has been a representative of the people of Oregon. In his reelection campaign, he once more has the full support of the Seafarers International Union. Oregon, a deep-water port state, carries on important shipping for the nation's western seaboard. Maritime is a major component ~f Oregon's economy. While new technologies may be good to cure short-term problems caused by a slump in the timber industry, Packwood believes that maritime is the staple of Oregon. Of primary interest to Senator Packwood is supplying maritime workers and enterprises, especially U .S.-flag shipping, with every bit of cargo that he could bring through his vote in Congress. In the Senate, Packwood has never been absent from the floor when the Senate has met to consider key maritime bills. Each time he has voted on the final version of legislation, he has voted on the side of the American flag. He has voted with the SIU on the cargo preference compromise, oil cargo preference, Alaskan oil export, the SPR fill rate, P.L. 480 cargoes, the convention tax deduction, TAK-X spending and T-5 spending, the Cunard waiver, shipping deregulation legislation, and the Senate resolution 1159. Only on the SPR fill rate vote in 1982 did Packwood take a position contrary to the SIU. Two years later, when the measure came up again in the Senate, he was to rejoin the SIU camp by voting for maintaining a fill rate on the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The youngest representative in the Senate at the time he took office, Senator Packwood rose quickly to assume chairmanship of the Senate Finance Committee. His main interest has been tax reform. As a Republican he has followed a conservative outline, seeking such changes as tax deductions for taxpayers who send their children to private schools and capital gains tax savings for companies. But he has also fought against proposals to tax employee benefits. In the debate Rep. Timothy Wirth Colorado C olorado's 2nd district is home to wealthy oil magnates and poor hispanics, University of Colorado students and settled conservative subur- Sen. Robert Packwood Oregon on the 1985 tax reform package submitted to Congress, "If taxation of employee benefits is in the bill," he said, "that in and of itself will make the entire bill unacceptable to me and I will work hard to defeat it regardless of what else it contains." On labor's side again in 1978, this time working on revising labor laws, Packwood favored elimination oflabor laws that have limited union organizing and common-site picketing. Lifting such laws would give workers in the construction trades more freedom to act in support of their union during a strike by workers. Packwood has been criticized by members of his own party for his prolabor stands. He has also been criticized for his work to gain equal rights for women and for supporting antidiscrimination laws. Packwood is perhaps the most outspoken advocate of legalized abortion in the Senate today and has been the object of a movement by the New Right to unseat candidates favoring continuance of pro-choice laws. In other areas, Senator Packwood has tried to bring deregulation of the broadcasting industry, equal insurance rates for women and men and non-discrimination in educational institutions receiving federal assistance. He serves on the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee (and is a former chairman of the committee) and the Committee on Joint Taxation. ban resident . Yet, since 1974, when Rep. Timothy E. Wirth was first elected to Congress, he has managed to support the interests of each of the e divergent groups. The proof is in his re-election to office six times since his first campaign in 1974. In addition, Congressman Wirth has been asked to support legislation affecting the maritime industry. Though Colorado is not a maritime state, but rather a new growth area of high technology industries, the congressman has given his vote on the following issues: He has voted for retention of the Convention Tax Deduction for business expenses on U .S.-flag vessels. In 1981 and 1982, he voted for Naval Construction subsidies and for the elimination of user fees as a means to clear up the U.S. share of the St. Lawrence Seaway debt. Congressman Wirth favors a strong defense and has worked hard to convince members of Congress to invest in strengthening the nation's conventional military forces which include the maritime fleet. He has lobbied to put Superfund environmental cleanup funds to use in his state and to keep essential social programs from being cut from the budget. He is a strong environmentalist working toward clean air legislation and an ''Atari'' Democrat who supports legislation aimed at promoting high technology education and industrialization. In particular, the Colorado congressman is credited with blocking two efforts that would have had serious implications for Coloradans and the nation. One, a move to hasten energy exploration projects asked that local, state and federal laws be waived in some instances. Seeing that among other things, Davis-Bacon union wages could have been waived if the effort passed, the congressman led the Commerce Committee to oppose the plan. In the end, the plan was so watered down that its originators stopped their lobby and it failed to pass out of the committee stage. In the 1980 Congress, Wirth stood with five of his Democratic colleagues in the Budget Committee against that year's budget as it came onto the floor of the House. It had even greater cuts in social programs and increases in defense than the budget that was passed later that year. Together, the five congressmen were able to defeat the budget. Wirth has served on the House Budget Committee and the Science and Technology Committee. He has also served as a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee. S ENATOR Alan Cranston, senior senator from California, is campaigning to serve a fourth term in office. He has served in the Senate as Democratic Whip since 1977. Originally elected in 1968, the Democratic senator has faced uphill races in recent elections. California voters are wedded to a history of Republican endorsements and faithful to former Governor Ronald Reagan. Beginning his political career in 1958, Cranston ran for California state controller. He won the race, the first time in 72 years that a Democrat had been elected state controller. In 1984, Senator Cranston ran for the Democratic presidential nomination losing to Walter F. Mondale. Besides taking on difficult elections, Senator Cranston has often been at the center of difficult issues. He has been a leader of the nuclear freeze movement and a fervent believer in arms control, working to limit the spread of the nuclear capability to other nations. As part of his work on national defense, Senator Cranston has asked Congress to strengthen conventional armed forces and to rekindle national interest in the U.S. merchant marine. Cranston voted to increase tonnage for U .S.-flag vessels. He supported the SIU on 1985 cargo preference legislation, Strategic Petroleum Reserve quotas, P.L. 480 cargoes, oil cargo preference and convention tax Sen. Alan Cranston California deductions for passenger vessels. He also voted against export of Alaskan North Slope Oil. For the labor movement as a whole, Senator Cranston has contributed to development of job training programs and child care assistance programs. He sponsored the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CET A) in 1973, a program that grew to include thousands of unemployed teenagers and displaced workers throughout the nation and provided sources of job education and employment. Senator Cranston has served on the Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, the Foreign Relations Committee, and the Veterans Affairs Committee. Washington Report (Continued from Page 4.) U.S. vessels. "In an effort to protect jobs and not jeopardize the security of our military heating sources," said Pecquex, "the SIU has joined a coalition of other interested parties to eliminate the mandatory conversion provisions contained in the Department of Defense Authorization Act." Strategic Petroleum Reserve Responding to the financial crisis in the domestic oil producing states, the Department of Energy has promised to maintain a 35 ,000 barrel-a-day fill rate for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The SIU has long argued that such a move would not only benefit the oil industry, but would also protect American national security interests. Under the P. L. 480 program, all such oil would have to be transported by American-flag vessels. September 1986 I LOG I 7 �Army Reservists Come to Piney Point To Learn Cargo Handling With Seafarers The SHLSS 32-ton Hagglund Crane was recently used by members of the U.S. Army Reserve 1173RD Transportation Unit from Boston, Massachusetts. These soldiers reported to SHLSS for their two week Active Duty Training in Cargo Handling and were integrated with SIU members who were undergoing the regular four week Sealift Operations and Maintenance Course. Since the Army Reserve accounts for 60 % of all military cargo that would be loaded aboard the Ready Reserve Fleet during a national emergency, a common bond existed between seafarer and soldier during this training period. The large numbers of outsize and heavy equipment, such as helicopters, tracked and wheeled vehicles, are of primary concern for the loadout of sealift vessels by the military and merchant marine. In addition to this type of cargo, 20 ft. and 40 ft. containers must also be loaded and stowed either below deck or topside. The extensive sealift training facility at SHLSS is ideally suited for this type of operation. While training with the crane was the primary goal for the soldiers, fork truck operations were equally important and included in their schedule. Under the instruction of Crane Operator John Russell and Fork Truck Instructor Joe Marshall, these soldiers left the school trained and ready to perform as vital members of the sealift community's cargo handling team. I ,! A truck is hoisted clear and ready to be placed on a barge. Fork Truck Instructor Joe Marshall (I) directs fork truck drivers, SP-4 Joseph Iannuzzi (c) and SSG Marco Morales (r), on where to set down the oallatized ammunition containers. SSG David Comeau (I) and SP-4 Joseph Iannuzzi control the tag lines as the crane operators prepare to place the aircraft engine on a barge. 8 I LOG I September 1986 The signalman SSG Marco Morales directs the operation and gives the hold signal. �Salvacion Harris, Edwin 'Red' Harris and daughter Kathy chat with SHLSS Vice President Ken Conklin Seafarer Promotes American Goods Red Harris is a seafarer who believes very strongly that Americans should buy Americanmade products. So strongly, in fact, that he has written a book about it. Made In America: A Jobs Creating Manual is published by Red-Blooded American Enterprises, a company Harris set up to educate American consumers about the perils of buying foreign-made products. ''When people buy foreign products", says Harris, "they're really only hurting themselves. They may save a little money in the short run, but in the long run it will lead to the collapse of the American economy.'' For example, Harris says, buying a foreign car does more than just put American auto workers out of a job~ it is effectively a layoff of whole families. This has a domino effect that strains the entire economy when the worker and his family can't buy food and other necessities. According to Harris, it isn't the government's fault that the economy is weak, and it isn't the fault of the companies or unions. The only one who is really to blame is the consumer. ''The most important thing anyone can do is to buy American. Sometimes it takes a little looking to find American products anymore, but we all have to do it or soon we will have no economy at all. '' Army Reserve 1173RD Front row (I. to r.) Neil Coyle, SGT Larry Debnan. Second row: Bill Hellwege (Inst.), SSG David Comeau, SSG Paul Cully, SP-4 Joseph Iannuzzi, SP-4 John Pratt, SSG Marco Morales. - - - - B i g Red Departs SHLSS"'""---The SHLSS Lightship Big Red has seen a lot of service in its 80 year history. The former U.S. Lightship WAL-.509 saw nearly sixty years of service as a U.S. Coast Guard "Relief Lightship - Search and Rescue Vessel.'' The Coast Guard donated the ship to the school in 1968 where it was turned into a floating museum. Recently this vessel was sold and on August 19, 1986 it was towed to Yonkers, New York where it will be used as a special catering restaurant. SHLSS Course Graduates . Welding First row (I. to r.) Mike Calhoun, Patrick Coppola, Robert Oppel. Second row: Bill Foley (Inst.), Chri.s Benzenberg, Spiros Perdikis, John Trent. Seallft Operations & Maintenance First row (I. to r.) Lexa Mcclean, William Simmons, Joseph Krebs, Jack Freeman, Joseph A. Foote. Second row (I. to r.) Joe Marshal (Instructor), Mike Hasson, John Day, Joseph Jay Arnold. Third row (I. to r.) David R.C. Elliott, Hayden Gifford, Kris Carson, James E. Llewellyn. Fourth row (I. to r.) Jon Beard, Billy Ray Hanbury, Robert Carson, Thomas Hogan. Not pictured: Mike Bolger, and F. Mosebach. Diesel Engine Scholarship I. to r. J. Christopher Clifford, Eric Malzkuhn (Instructor), Leo G. McGeoghegan, Rudolph Salvaggio, Harold L. McDaniel, Billy Ben Harroff. ~~~~ ' .itlli Towboat Operator Scholarship First row (I. to r.) Chuck Taylor, Joseph Owens, Kenneth Glaser. Second row Stephen Judd , Willie Owens, Thomas White, Michael Davis. Inland Trainee Group Front row (I. tor.) Robert Williams, Joe Marshall (Instructor), Charles Butler Jr. Second Row (I. to r.) Ben Cusic (Instructor), Chris Schlumm, Steve Booth, Bill Weatherholt, Vern Hoenes. Third row (I. to r.) Roy Matteson, Gary Haskett, Dennis Jerry, Danny Fortner, Tom Casey (Instructor). September 1986 I LOG I 9 �Recertification Programs Upgrading Course Schedule Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry The following is the current course schedule for the 1986 school year at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For the membership's convenience, the course schedule is separated into six categories: Deck Department courses; Engine Department courses; Steward Department courses; Adult Education courses; All Department courses and Recertification Programs. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll for class as early as ~ible. Although every effon will be made to fill the requests of the members, the classes are limited in size - so sign up early. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's needs. SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in filling out the application. Course Check-In Date Completion Date Steward Recertification November 3 December 8 Adult Education Courses Check-In Date Course Completion Date For students who wish to apply for the GED, ESL, or ABE classes for this year, the courses will be six weeks in length and offered on the following date: October 31 December 13 Seafarers applying for the upgraders Lifeboat class and who are either ESL or need some work on basic skills, may take the ESUABE Lifeboat course three weeks prior to the scheduled Lifeboat class. This class will be offered: 1987 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. They will be offered as follows: Able-Bodied Seaman October 17 October 24 College Programs Engine Upgrading Courses Course Check-In Date Completion Date Marine Electronics (LASH Crane) October 31 December 12 Diesel Engine Technology November 7 December 19 Welding November 7 December 5 Deck Upgrading Courses Course Check-In Date Completion Date Celestial Navigation October 10 November 14 Lifeboat October 6 October 10 October 17 October 24 Able Seaman October 24 December 19 Radar Observer November 14 November 28 Tankerman December 1 December 11 Radar Observer (Renewal) November 7 December 5 November 14 December 12 All Rating Upgrading Courses Course Check-In Date Completion Date Seal ift Operations and Maintenance October 17 November 14 November 14 December 12 Steward Upgrading Courses Course Check-In Date Completion Date Chief Cook October 1 Jan.9, 1987 Cook & Baker October 1 November 19 Jan.9, 1987 Feb. 27, 1987 Ch ief Steward October 1 Jan.9, 1987 10 I LOG I September 1986 Course Check-In Date Associates in Arts 1987 Nautical Science Certificate November 10 Completion Date December 19 NOTICE To All SIU Members Who Are Scheduled To Attend SHLSS You must present an up-to-date SIU clinic card before attending classes. All students who are enrolled in a U.S. Coast Guard cenified class must carry a valid clinic card and pass a Coast Guard approved physical examination before entering the course. SPECIAL NOTICE TO Third/Second Assistant Engineers of Steam Vessels Do you hold either a Third or Second Assistant Engineer's License for Steam Vessels? If so, we want to bring to your attention the fact that there is a method of adding "motor vessels" to that license. As you well know, there is a demand for engineers of motor vessels in the industry. The U.S. Coast Guard offers a "motor addendum'' to those persons who obtain six months watch-standing seatime on a motor vessel as either Oiler, QMED or Junior Engineer while holding a license as Third or Second Assi tant Engineer of Steam Vessels. However, the six months watch-standing eatime must be obtained after you receive your license. The ''motor addendum'' consists of two examinations: (I) Propulsion Die- sel Engines: Fuel and Lube Oil Systems and (2) Propulsion Diesel Engines: Cooling, Intake and Exhaust, and Drive Train Systems. Upon passing these exams the U.S. Coast Guard will add either Third Assistant Engineer-Motor Vessels or Second Assistant Engineer-Motor Vessels, depending on your license. To assist you in preparing for the "motor addendum," the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School is offering a four-week Motor Addendum preparation course. The course will be the last four weeks of the Original Third/ Second Assistant Engineer of Steam or Motor Vessels course. To make application or for further information, contact the Vocational Department of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. ~ �At the end of their Recertified Stewards training at SHLSS, the class throws a culinary arts party with all sorts of fine food. Four members of the class (left) were (I. to r.) Peter Gonsalves, Yogo Gonsales, Franki Ross and Rudolf Spingat. At right is a bread basket made by the class. That's right, it's made from real bread. Rudolf Spingat (below) poses by his petit fours. Old-Timer Seeks Club Mates My name is Charles Hill, BK # H-573. I recently retired from the SIU and I am doing nothing but fishing in my lake in my backyard. I came up with the idea of starting a club for us rocking chair guys. It would be a means of keeping up communications with each other and possibly doing things we would enjoy together. I know we've been spread out all over the country and that in a way is an advantage, especially to those traveling across country on vacations, etc. It would provide us with visitors from our past years of shipping and a lot of interesting sea stories retold. I would appreciate it if you could put a write-up in the Log, describing my idea. If anyone is interested, they could send me a letter with name, address, telephone number, the department that they worked in, hobbies and anything else that might improve on the idea. Fraternally, Chuck Hill Rt. 1Box107 Shepherd,Texas77371 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copie of the SIU constitution are available in FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership , makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval hy a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively hy the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers. notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail. return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights. as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time, any SIU KNOW YOUR RIGHTS all Union halls. All memhers should ohtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any memher or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or ohligation hy any methods such as dealing with charges. trials. etc., as well as all other details, then the memher so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Con. equently, no memher may he discrimi nated again t because of race. creed. color. sex and national or geographic origin. If any memher feels that he i'\ denied the equal rights to which he is entitled. he should notify Union headquarters. 11111n1m1un1111111nu11111111111111nu11111111111111n1111111111111111n1111111111111111111111111111111 patrolman or other Union offi:::ial, in your opinion. fails to protect your contract rights properly. contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publi hing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union. officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September. 1960. meeting in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial hoard which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks. one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any memher pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment he made without supplying a receipt. or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have heen required to make such payment. this should immediately he reporteLI to Union heauquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are u ed to further its objects and purpose including. but not limited to, furthering the political. social and economic interests of maritime workers. the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force. job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made hy reason of the ahove improper conduct. notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD hy certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for inve. tigation and appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SP AD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests. and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right or a~ to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The add~ is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. September 1986 I LOG I 11 �Clue #1 What's 9, 721 miles southeast of Grundy, Va.? Clue #2 What's south of the Equator and north of the Tropic of Capricorn? A Speck in the Indian Ocean Is Home to 100 Clue #3 Where can you get a free haircut? Too bad. Time's up and you've lost the car. The correct answer, as several hundred Seafarers who have been there know, is Diego Garcia, an island in the Indian Ocean that is probably smaller than the town of Grundy. Anchored off this small island in the British Indian Ocean Territories are usually about a dozen or more American-flag ships under charter to the MSC. It's a Maritime Prepositioning Ships' location. These ships carry everything from tanks to water to supply American military forces if they are ever needed in that part of the world. Last month when Headquarters Rep Carl Peth left Camp Springs to service the ships, eight SIU-contracted vessels were there, with more than 100 Seafarers onboard. In addition, seven other U .S.-flag ships were in the anchorage. The five Maersk Line ships, all carrying enough gear to outfit a 3,000man Marine amphibious brigade, were the Cpl. Louis Hauge Jr., 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman, PFC James Anderson Jr., PFC William Baugh and the Pvt. Harry Fisher. All these ships are named after Congressional Medal of Honor winners. In addition, the Falcon Leader (Seahawk Management) and the Overseas Valdez (Maritime Overseas Corp.) were floating at anchor off the island. Also the semi-submersible American Cormorant (Pacific Gulf Marine) which carries several military tugs aboard was at Diego Garcia. After getting a job on one of these MPS ships, it takes a bit more time to Stationed in Diego Garcia, the American Cormorant is a semi-submersible ship, which also carries tug boats and other gear. Above is the crew (I. to r. front) Mohamed Abdullah, AB Tony Spurgeon, SIB Nancy Heyden, SIA Albert De La Alma, AB Robert Crooks, (middle) Chief Cook Mavna Wilson, AB Charles Davis, (rear) AB Michael Moore, SIA Alonzo Belcher, AB James Bernachi, QMED Michael Coyle and Bosun Wallace Perry. Photos by Carl Peth Above is the crew of the Pvt. Harry Fisher (I. to r. front) AB Fred Bischoll, Bosun Rich Minutello, SIA Lufti Nagi, (rear) Chief Cook Andrew Marcus, QEE Calvin Langley, AB Mike Masek, AB Robert Bakeman, GUDIE David Diamond, SI A Saleh Hassen, ALU James Gladney and SIB Eddie Johnson. The crew of the PFC James Anderson Jr. r.) AB Charles Boles, AB Gregory Lee, Tankersley, (standing) AB David Dees Ortega, SIB Tom Maley, GUDIE To Bernard Blunt and Bosun/AB Alfonso Ar A launch service at Diego Garcia ferries supplies and crews from ship to shore. Here the launch is alongside the PFC James Anderson Jr. 12 I LOG I September 1986 A shipboard barbeque is a special treat on the F Steward Assistants Lufti Nagi (left) and Saleh H man the serving table. �farers on Prepositioning Ships get aboard than a taxi ride from the hall to the waterfront. "I was lucky," Peth said, "I gc,t a charter from Newark via Paris and Cairo. It only took a little more than 20 hours. That was the Cadillac of repat flights. Some of those military C-141 flights take about 48 hours." Normally a tour of one of the MPS ships is four months on and two off. "But it's a different kind of sailing," Peth said. During an average month, exercises might take the ship (by itself or sometimes with another) out for anywhere from one to three nights. During those exercises the crew will practice underway replenishment, helicopter landings and man overboard drills. In port, the order of the day is usually general maintenance work and other drills. Diego Garcia may be tiny and it may be in the middle of nowhere, but the island does provide some amenities you couldn't find if you spent most of your time at sea with fast turn arounds in port. A launch service runs 10 trips a day from shore to the ships. Once ashore, a seaman can take a college course or drink a beer. The University of Maryland and Central Texas College have an extension center. In addition, there is a Seaman's Club with a gift shop, restaurant and bar. There is also a medical clinic, a library, Post Office, barber shop (with free haircuts), tailor shop, Stars and Stripes Book Store, ice cream stand, a post exchange and a chapel. The island also is home to an officers club, CPO club and E.M. club, bowling alley, swimming pool, a beach, hiking and jogging trails, a gym, movie theater and a package store. A Seafarer can swim, snorkel, sailboat and windsurf off the island too. There's a lot more to do on Diego Garcia than there is on a ship in the middle of the North Atlantic. But as Peth said, it is a very different kind of sailing, not for everybody, but not bad work if you can get it. On the 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman, Bosun Jim Spencer takes on stores delivered by the launch service. More than 1,000 eggs depend on his smooth operation of the crane through the hand controls. " One of the first MPS ships crewed was the Cpl. Louis Hauge. Pictured above is the current crew: SIA William Gigante, Bosun Gus Koutouros, AB David Brantley, Chief Steward Georg Kenny, Chief Cook Maureen Kenny, AB Robert Trainor, AB Sal Ciculla, GUDIE Ali Amran, SIA Lisa Wright, AC Ivan Salis, Cook/Baker "Bill the Baker" Seidenstricker, AB Jim McHugh, AB Carlos Irizarry, SIA David Collison, GUDIE Clarence Pompey and QEE Charlie Lore. The Overseas Valdez delivered a load of oil to Diego Garcia. In the galley are Chief Cook Henry Planel (left) and SIB Ray Mann. September 1986ILOGI13 �Area Vice Presidents' Report also were successful in negotiating this same PAC clause with Red Circle and other companies. This is a very important step for all inland members, one that will give us a stronger voice in maritime issues affecting our jobs and job security. Gulf Coast By V.P. Joe Sacco S HIPPING in the Gulf area has been steadily picking up. In New Orleans this month, the Pollux will go on sea trials for two weeks. This will require a full crew. The Bellatrix will be right behind her when she returns , also requiring a full crew. Most importantly, we are urging our membership to assist the SIU with the Lavino ships and all the Navy vessels. We have worked hard to get these jobs. There is a lot at stake for the Union and our membership in terms of job security. In Jacksonville, this past month we crewed up the Falcon Duchess and the Ogden Willamette. I am also happy to report that there is plenty of relief work for those who are short on seatime for their eligibility. In the inland division in Houston, notification has been sent to Higman Towing Co. in Orange, Texas for reopening of the contract for negotiations. Also, the Tampa Pilot contract has been successfully negotiated and ratified by the SIU membership in Tampa, Fla. I was informed last week that National Marine Service Inc. is being sold to a private investor group under the name of National Barge Lines of New Orleans. It also was made known that Dravo Mechling took over the three vessels and 141 barges through a short-term charter. This will make Dravo the largest tank barge fleet in the industry. The attorneys for the SIU have filed suit with the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans to protect the interests of our members . At this time , no trial date for a hearing has been set. I will keep the membership advised. We are now under the second year of the contract for the unlicensed personnel of Dixie Carriers. We still have a $21 million law suit pending in the District Court in Harris County , Texas dealing with the agreement for licensed Boatmen. The personnel aboard these boats now understand the importance of an SIU agreement and recognition. We still have a lot of work to do with this company, and we will keep the membership posted. The Red Circle Transportation Co. contract has been negotiated and ratified by the membership in New Orleans. In Mobile, a contract was successfully completed with Admiral Towing Co. located in Pensacola, Fla. These are all new jobs where four tugs are exclusively assigned to do work for the military, and two tugs are assigned to do commercial work in that area. They are SIU top to bottom. In April we were successful in negotiating the first SIU Inland Political Activities Contribution checkoff with Sabine Towing Co. in Port Arthur. We 14 I LOG I September 1986 for a course at Piney Point. I guarantee when you leave you will not only know about military ships , but will know how to operate that gantry crane you see on the school grounds. With more MSC ships up for bid , and with an SIU-contracted company having the best chance to win these ships , it behooves us to do our part in not only taking these jobs, but doing a yeoman ' sjob while we are out there. Not only do you help yourselves, but you help your fringe benefits and your Union. ------~ /i,;:=. Government Services by V.P. Roy Mercer East Coast by V.P. Leon Hall I T is interesting to note the changes in Government Services shipping that have taken place since the merger of the Military Sea Transport Union into the Seafarers International Union , Government Services Division, almost five years ago. The most notable change is the administration's decision to contract out to private industry work that is or was performed by Federal Civil Service employees. To this end, the Military Sealift Command is in the process of contracting out to private industry many of their nucleus ships under the Government OMB Circular A-76 Program. This simply means that certain MSC ships are bid for operation as per MSC specifications by private steamship operators. If the successful bidder' s price is 10 percent lower than the MSC operational price, the private operator takes the ships over for operation. Most recently , the 12 MSC oceanographic ships that President Drozak and Vice President Campbell have been telling you about are a result of the A-76 program. You may wonder why more of our members in the Government Services Division do not take these jobs. The fact is that MSC has not released any permanent marine personnel from their rolls as yet. We have been able to hire those few MSC seamen who were under temporary MSC status with less than one year service. The MSC must conduct a Reduction in Force, a government procedure of laying off employees by category. As yet, the MSC has not used this system but has chosen to keep these excessive seamen on the government rolls. As long as the MSC sailors are on the government rolls, they cannot seek employment with, in this case, Lavino Shipping Co. because it would be a conflict of interest. The SIU has been very successful in that SIU-contracted companies have been the low bidders in winning these military contracts, but it is up to you, the members, to take these jobs. The Lundeberg School is here for the purpose of helping and assisting the membership. If you are reluctant to take one of the military jobs because you feel that you are not qualified, sign up was vetoed by an indifferent Reagan administration. That same administration has dragged its feet and ultimately diminished funds for badly needed dredging and marine construction project . The few jobs that come up for bid are attacked by non-union , price-cutting companies to such a degree that our contracted companies have to seek contractual concessions from us to stay in th )all game. S Great Lakes by V.P. Mike Sacco T HE activity on the inland waterways is at its high mark at this time of the year. OrgulfTransportation is crewing new boats in an effort to handle its grain contracts. This means more jobs for our membership. In the last few months, we have had to start an Inland Deckhand Training Program at Piney Point to train new members to meet the demand for unlicensed personnel at Orgulf. We have had three classes so far this year, and one is in progress at this time. We expect to start a fourth class Sept. 15. The Orgulf contract comes at an important moment. The number of jobs on the Lakes and the inland rivers has been steadily declining for the past several years. The ba ic reason for the decline in the Lakes freighter business has been the so-called ' 'Free Trade'' position taken by the Reagan administration in allowing unlimited imports of foreign cars , car parts and steel. Those foreign-subsidized products make it extremely difficult for American steel mills and manufacturers to compete. LTV , the nation's second largest steel producer, has filed for bankruptcy , and other major producers are in danger of doing the same. And American steelworkers are out on the streets. Driven by the threat of "going under,'' large steel and other manufacturing companies have embarked on new cost-saving moves. Pensions and medical benefits for the elderly are being drastically cut. Companies declaring bankruptcy are tearing up their signed labor agreements as if they had never been agreed to. SPAD and other politically supportive funds have become the voice of labor. Pressure is being brought to bear to stop the wanton disregard of workers' rights, and the government is responding-at least in the Congress. Earlier this year, the House of Representatives passed a trade bill, but it HIPPING has been good in all deepsea ports on the East Coast this month. In New York , we crewed up the new bulk carrier MV Aspen for a grain run to Pakistan. In Philadelphia, contract negotiations will begin with Interstate Oil Transport Sept. 29. In that same port, Coleman Launch Service negotiations also are coming up. In Baltimore, the Union has won some favorable decisions relative to the "alter ego" case against McAllister Brothers (Outreach Marine). The Union will stay on top of any new developments a far a the McAllister/ Outreach issue is concerned. Hopefully , within the next month or so, a favorable conclusion can be reached on behalf of those members who lost their jobs illegally. In Baltimore , the SIU is involved in two organizing drives: Harbor Cruises , which will oon be going to a hearing , and Hale Towing. In Norfolk , we crewed up the SS Pride of Texas . Our inland members in Norfolk have agreed to new three-year agreements with Ocean Towing and Lynnhaven Launch Service. Al o, wage re-openers were negotiated and signed for Cape Fear Towing and Stuart Transportation. Union officials are working on a new agreeement for Allied Towing. In New Bedford, the Union has won jobs and back wages for some of our members. The Union is continuing to pressure those boat owners who continue to defy the decision of the National Labor Relations Board. In addition, the Union ·is preparing to go before an administrative law judge to win back pay wages and reinstatement for those members who were fired illegally. The SIU has picked up three more fishing boats that were organized over the last few months and is continuing to organize the non-union fishing vessels in the area. Anyone wishing to help out with this organizing should contact their local agent for details. (Continued on Page 23.) �Military Sealift Command Displays Ship Models at Expo '86 Vancouver, B.C.-MSC brought its impressive exhibit and four ship models to the 1986 World Exposition in late July to this largest and busiest port on the West Coast of the Americas. By all indications, MSC'.s one-week appearance in Vancouver was favorably received by the global public and fair organizers who have already hailed Expo '86 as a world-class success. Upwards of 145,000 people a day passed through the gates of Expo '86 to see a dazzling array of exhibits that reflected the fair's theme, "World in Motion-World in Touch." MSC's display was part of Expo's Marine Commerce period and featured beautiful, hand-made models of the USNS Zeus (T-ARC 7), USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187), the chartered ship M/ V Lyra and the MPS vessel, Pfc. William B. Baugh. Among the thousands of visitors who passed thr.ough the giant tent that housed MSC's and other maritime exhibits were commander and Mrs. William G. Sandberg (USN-Ret.) of San Diego. When they viewed the glassenclosed case of the Zeus and discovered the scale model was made by their friend, Cmdr. Bill Benson (USNRet.), who died three months ago, they said he would have been honored to have his work on display with MSC at the world's fair. Most visitors were either curious about MSC and the ship models or had their own unsolicited comments to make. "I know about MSC," said Martin Smith, a Canadian marine engineer who had seen the real Zeus and USNS Neptune in Vancouver before. "You guys have all the weird-l09king ships." An older gentleman from the United States stared at the paneled MSC exhibit which explained the MSC's mission through written information and photographs. "I remember this organization when they called it MSTS,'' said Joe Swan, a retired merchant mariner from Chicago. "Ever hear of the SS Texan? I was on her for a while when she was chartered to MSTS back in 1952.'' Swan ticked off the names The glass-enclosed case houses a scale model of the USNS Zeus (T-ARC 7), an MSCPAC cable ship which was displayed at Expo '86. of a few USNS ships he remembered: The Gen. Collins, Gen. Patrick and the Bald Eagle. ''I guess they were turned into razor blades a long time ago,'' he laughed, admiring several photographs of ships in the current MSC fleet. One woman who forgot her geography lessons thought the U.S. government was purchasing Russian-built ships. "It says here this ship was built in Odense,'' said the perturbed woman, reading a small metal plate attached to the base of the Pfc. William B. Baugh. "The U.S. government is in real trouble if it has to buy ships built in Russia.'' CORRECTION The March 1986 issue of the LOG carried an article on page 27 regarding the Pumpman pay scale. In accordance with Article IV, Section 1 of the 1985 New Standard Tanker Agreement, that article should read as follows: "On all vessels carrying a QMED/Pumpman, he shall be paid in accordance with his QMED classification in effect, or at the rate applicable to the Chief Pumpman, whichever is higher." The crew of the USNS Zeus was happy to see their SIU Brother and Business Agent George Grier. From the left, front row: Gregory Green, George Grier, Charles Grover, Lloyd Staton. Second Row: Jesse Fruge, Charles Washburn, David Ritchie, Donald Persian, Harry Atwell, Richard Mello. Back Row: Clifford Stanley, Rodney Kubiak. "I can assure you we're not doing that," said Lt. Cmdr. Don Norman, a reservist from Seattle who helped staff the MSC exhibit. "Odense is in Denmark. Perhaps you're thinking of Odessa, which is in Russia.'' (Editor's Note: The U.S. is still in trouble if it has to buy its ships at Odense. We should have a functioning shipbuilding industry in the U.S.A.) A number of U.S. Marines on va- cation in Vancouver with their families recognized the MPS vessel right away. ''She's one of the ships that will support us," said a Marine officer. "The Maritime Prepositioning Ships are our bread and butter.'' MSC's Carl Beauchert, who coordinates the MSC's exhibit program, estimated 10,000 people daily walked past or browsed in the vicinity of the MSC static display. At the close of the Marine Commerce segment of Expo '86, Beauchert accepted an attractive plaque on behalf of COMSC from Capt. Mike Williamson for having one of the best designed, informative exhibits among the many other maritime companies and organizations participating in the Marine Commerce period. "It was important to the show that we get a wide variety of maritime firms to participate,'' said Capt. Williamson, a former master aboard British merchant ships who supervised marine events at Expo '86. "With MSC's international reputation, you were a splendid addition to Expo '86. '' MSC's appearance at the world exposition was a first for the command. Carl Beauchert, who designs MSC exhibits, hopes it won't be the last. Expo '88 is scheduled to take place in Brisbane, Australia. Capt. William T. Dannheim Named MSCPAC Commander Captain William T. Dannheim, USN, has taken over as commander of MSCPAC. He relieved Captain Manuel A. Hallier, USN, on Aug. 12, 1986 in a retirement ceremony held at San Francisco Bay's Treasure Island. Hallier had served as MSCPAC commanding officer since May 1984. Rear Admiral WalterT. PiottJr., USN, commander, Military Sealift Command, commended Hallier for his many accomplishments during his naval career. "We will be exchanging one good officer for another," said SIU Vice President Roy "Buck" Mercer. "Hallier served admirably during hi stint as MSCPAC head. We expect that Dannheim will do the same.'' Dannheim brings a wealth of experience to his new job. His most recent assignment was with the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Before that, he was assigned to duty on the staff of the commander in chief, United States Atlantic Fleet/Atlantic Command, where he served as executive assistant to the deputy. He has earned many prestigious awards, including the Navy Cro sand the Bronze Star medal with the Combat "V." He i a graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technolog} and holds a Master of Arts degree in government from Georgetown University. Dannheim received his commission from the Officer Candidate School in Newport, R.I. in 1963. Upon receiving his commission, he served tours of duty on the USS Metscher (DL-2) and the USS Norfolk (DL-1). He graduated from destroyer school in 1967, after which he was ordered to the USS Meredith (DD-890) as weapons officer. In 1969 he attended the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif. He then served a tour of duty in Vietnam. In 1971 Captain Dannheim was ordered to the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations, where he served under the deputy chief of naval operations (surface warfare . In August 1975 he assumed duties as commissioning executive officer on the USS Elliot (DD-967). Following graduation in 1979 from the Naval War College, Dannheim was assigned to the Office of the Secretary of the Navy, where he served as executive assistant to the director, Office of Program Appraisal. He then served as a federal executive fellow at the Brookings In titute in Washington, D.C. September 1986 I LOG I 15 �Fishing Tradition Carries On • s g edf rd Co Women in the galley of the Imigrante prepared traditional Portuguese dishes for dmner and supper meals. Story and Photos by Lynnette Marshall Father and son Francisco and Michael Ferreira on the Vila de Ilhavo. Ferreira is a member of the SIU Fishermen's Union and a native of Portugal as are many of the fishermen of New Bedford. About 98 percent of SIU-contracted vessels in the fleet have Portuguese speaking crews. Forty years ago, according to SIU New Bedford Representative Henri Francois, as soon as a fisherman's son finished school he went to work on a fishing vessel. Today, the children of New Bedford fishermen are going to college. 16 I LOG I September 1986 (Continued from Page 1.) regale in their native culture. The festival arrived August 17 this year. Rose Catulo, a frail woman in her 80's watched the festival unfold from inside her parked car beside the Portuguese wharf. This year she could not make it onto the Imigrante as she had in previous years for the festival day. She arrived in America 12 years ago through Boston Harbor after her husband, a fisherman in Portugal, passed away. With a shawl over her light frame keeping off the dank sea air, she could see the festival, hear Portuguese folksongs and watch as American and Portuguese flags were raised on fishing vessels. The chief events of the festival are the actual blessing of the fleet and a contest for the most beautiful vessel. To ready for the competition, fishermen and their families begin decorating the boats early in the morning of the festival. Up and down the pier, banners fly in the wind and in the hands of children. Fishermen climb high on the boats, carefully, slowly, until the ban- ners hang one after another, boat after boat. Tissue paper flowers and brightly colored streamers of all kinds are pasted onto the vessels. Guests arrive bringing covered dishes. At 11 a.m. the fishing boats cast off from the pier. They made a short journey down the harbor. Each was then blessed as it passed before the Coast Guard cutter where religious leaders stood with city officials, Union officials and the press. Then, ships' captains dropped a rose in memory of Father Hogan who for years had blessed the fleet but diedjust before this year's festival. Prayers were offered for the safety of the crews in the coming year. On a smaller Coast Guard boat, judges looked over the fishing boats to decide which would win the festival's most beautiful boat contest. The vessels returned to the piers. Bottles of Portuguese wine were poured into paper cups. Children tried to catch fish off the stem and climbed railings onto neighboring vessels. As the sun went down, word reached the lmigrante and the other vessels-the Sangor was awarded first place. Cleaning baskets of sardines flown in from Portugal for the feast are SIU fisherman Algusto Rosa, and friend, Francisco Oliveira, on the Imigrante. �SIU fishermen, friends and family together on the Linda and Ilda. Gel Carlos cracks open a lobster for a sumptuous table buffet laid out on the lmigrante. i The feast on the Imigrante: cakes of all kinds, sweet rice, caramel and pineapple molds of gelatin, lobster salad, rice with hot savory spices, fish chowder, brown Portuguese bread to make into sandwiches of barbequed meats and wafer light sardines. More platters are brought from the kitchen. Then cleared before supper is served. SIU fishermen Domingos Figuero, Manny Suza and Joseph Estrella on the Galaxy rescue a plank that fell into the water as they readied their boat to sail in the festival procession. Families and crewmembers trimmed the Lady Laura in red and white, from banners to tissue flowers to a new dressing of paint. The Lady Laura entered the contest held each year to judge the most beautiful boat in the New Bedford fishing fleet. September 1986 I LOG I 17 �Algernon Whittier Hutcherson, 70, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1969 sailing last as a recertified chief steward. Brother Hutcherson graduated from the Union's Recertified Chief Stewards Program in 1984. He last sailed out of the port of Norfolk. Seafarer Hutcherson is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. Born in Portsmouth, Va., he is a resident there. Deep Sea Edmund Abualy, 65, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of Jacksonville. Brother Abualy graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1975 and last shipped out of the port of Philadelphia as a recertified bosun. Seafarer Abualy hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. A native of the Madeira Is., Portug4l, he is a resident of Woodbury, N.J. Thomas Alvin Baker, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk, Va. in 1964 sailing last as a chief steward. Brother Baker attended the 1975 Piney Point Crews Conference. He also worked as a chef at the CPO Club, Norfolk from 1959 to 1962, chefand steward at Hodges Seafood, Portsmouth, Va. from 1962 to 1963 and as a cook and butcher at the Lafayette Yacht Club from 1963 to 1964. Seafarer Baker is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Born in Erwin, Tenn., he is a resident of Princeton, W. Va. John "Johnny" Benedict, 58, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans sailing last as a bosun. Brother Benedict walked the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. He also worked on the Delta Line Shoregang, New Orleans from 1975 to 1981. Seafarer Benedict was born in New Orleans and is a resident of Harahan, La. Granville Ward Davis, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1964 sailing last as a QMED. Brother Davis also ailed during World War II and is a veteran of the U.S. Navy before that war. He also sailed inland for Mobile Towing and Gulf Canal in 1964 and for G & H Towing in the port of Galveston in 1968. Seafarer Davis was born in Houston and is a resident there. John Calvin Griffith, 62, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing as a chief electrician, ship's delegate and last as a QMED. Brother Griffith attended the 1970 Piney Point Crews Conference No. 6. He last shipped out of the port of Houston. Seafarer Griffith was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and is a resident of Houston. Joseph Hicks, 68, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1955 sailing last as a chief cook and recertified chief steward. Brother Hicks graduated from the Union's Recertified Chief Stewards Program in 1982. He sailed with the U.S. Maritime Service in 1948. Seafarer Hicks sailed 33 years with APL and also sailed as a 3rd purser. A native of Shreveport, La., he is a resident of San Francisco. 18 I LOG I September 1986 Walker Taylor La Clair, 64,joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Norfolk last sailing as a bosun. Brother La Clair last shipped out of the port of Houston. He hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime, 1947 Isthmian and the 1948 Wall St. beefs. Seafarer La Clair is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A native of North Carolina, he is a resident of Galveston, Texas. Everette Woodson Lambe Sr., 66, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in 1951. Brother Lambe last shipped out of the port of Houston as a chief steward. He was born in North Carolina and is a resident of Cold Springs, Texas. 't Raymond Joseph McPhillips, 60, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Baltimore sailing last as a FOWT out of the port of Houston. Brother McPhillips is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was born in Warren, R.l. and is a resident of Houston. Gerald Linburg Nance Sr., joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a chief electrician and last aboard the ClS Long Lines (AT&T). Brother Nance was on the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. He was born in North Carolina and is a resident of Chesapeake Va. Michael "Mike" Nash Sr., 57, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing last as a quartermaster. Brother Nash also worked on the Sea-Land Shoregang, Port Elizabeth, N.J. in 1979. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Seafarer Nash was born in Elizabeth, N.J. and is a resident of Freehold, N.J. Reidar Meinick Nielsen, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1953 last ailing as a chief electrician. Brother Nielsen was born in Norway and is a resident of Ostre Halsen, Norway. Anthony Notturno, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Galveston, Texas in 1951 sailing last as a recertified bosun. Brother Notturno graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1981. He also worked as a journeyman plumber. Seafarer Notturno attended the 5th Piney Point Educational Confer- ence. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. A native of Philadelphia, he is a resident of Villas, N.J. Donald L. Peters, 73, joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif. last sailing as a QMED. "' Brother Peters is a resident of South Gate, Calif. Stanley Francis Prusinski, 63, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as a cook. Brother Prusinski walked the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime, 1947 Isthmian and the 1948 Wall St. beefs. He last sailed out of the port of Algonac, Mich. and received a 1960 Union Personal Safety Award for sailing aboard an accident-free ship, the SS Alcoa Polaris. Seafarer Prusinski is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Born in Chicago, Ill., he is a resident there. James Junior Reeves Jr., 57, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1967 sailing as a cook. Brother Reeves was born in Ohio and is a resident of Buna, Texas. William "Bill" Howard Reynolds Sr., 64, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955. He sailed as an oiler last out of the port of Houston. Brother Reynolds helped to organize the Atlantic Steamship Co. and ran for Union office in 1971. Seafarer Reynolds is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry and Paratroops in both World War II and the Korean War serving as a sergeant. A native of Millville, W.Va., he is a resident of Bacliff, Texas. Olavi A. Rokka, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York last sailing as a deck engineer. Brother Rokka is a resident of Massapequa, N.Y. Albert John Sacco, 63, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York sailing last as a recertified bosun. Brother Sacco graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1983. He last sailed out of the port of Wilmington, Calif. Seafarer Sacco also sailed during the Vietnam War. He hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime, 1947 Isthmian, 1948 Wall St., 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor and the 1962 Robin Line beefs. Sacco is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force in World War II. A native of Illinois, he is a resident of San Diego, Calif. Alexander Sokolowski, 62, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York. He sailed as an AB and 3rd mate, most recently out of the port of New Orleans. Brother Sokolowski was on the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime, 1947 Isthmian and 1948 Wall St. beefs. He received a 1961 Union Personal Safety A ward for sailing aboard an accident-free ship, the SS Steel Voyager. A native of Massachusetts, he is a resident of New Orleans. �1 t l i George Silva, 61, joined the SIU in the port of Boston, Mass. in 1952 sailing as a FOWT. Brother Silva last sailed out of the port of Baltimore. He was born in Massachusetts and is a resident of Sykesville, Md. Bryan "Bill" Varn Jr., 66,joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Savannah , Ga. He sailed as a cook and chief steward. Brother Varn also worked as a Sea-Land port steward in Port Elizabeth, N .J. He received a 1960 Union Personal Safety A ward for sailing aboard an accident-free ship, the SS Raphael Semmes. Seafarer Varn hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor beef. A veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, Varn is a native of Florida and resides in Durant, Fla. Charles Walter Spence, 59,joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington, Calif. in 1966. He sailed as an AB and deck delegate. Brother Spence last shipped out of the port of Houston. He was a former member of the IL WU. Seafarer Spence is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during World War II. Born in Norfolk, Neb., he is a resident of Corpus Christi, Texas. James Erwin Watler, 65, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans sailing as an AB. Brother Watler last shipped out of the port of Houston He was on the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer Watler was born in the Grand . Cayman Is., B.W.I. and is a resident of Houston. Alexander Szmir, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia in 1951 sailing as an AB. Brother Szmir was born in Philadelphia and is a resident there. Richard Dale Thoe, 59, joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1965 sailing last as a recertified bosun. Brother Thoe graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1976. He also worked as an electrician. Seafarer Thoe is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Brainerd, Minn., he is a resident of Mobile. Raymond Joseph Thomas Jr., 66, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York sailing last as a chief steward. Brother Thomas last shipped out of the port of Mobile. He was born in Alabama and is a resident of Mobile. Walter Frederick J. Gunn Sr., 59, joined the Union in the port of Cleveland, Ohio in 1960. He sailed as a deckhand and scowman for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. from 1950 to 1960 and for Great Lakes Towing in 1975. Brother Gunn last shipped out of the port of Jacksonville. He was a former member of the Dredge Workers Union from 1948 to 1951 and the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers Union from 1951 to 1961. He was a Lakes SIU trustee in 1970. Laker Gunn also worked as a stationary fireman and is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during World War II. Born in Cleveland, he is a resident of Light House Point, Fla. Stanley Francis Thompson, 62, joined the Union in 1948 in the port of Detroit. He sailed as an AB, tankerman, dredgeman and tugman for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. from 1945 to 1960, Marine Towing in 1962 and for Great Lakes Towing in 1970. Brother Thompson was a SIU official and organizer from 1963 to 1964. He was a former member of the Bartenders and Teamsters Unions. Laker Thompson is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Quincy, Mass., he is a resident of Ormond Beach, Fla. Howard Frederick Welch, 70, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1964 sailing as an OMU. Brother Welch last shipped out of the port of Jacksonville. He also worked as a stationary engineer. Seafarer Welch was born in Hyatt, Tenn. and is a resident of Jacksonville. Henry Joseph Kozlowski, 63,joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1960 sailing as a tunnelman and AB. Brother Kozlowski last sailed out of the port of Cleveland. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Laker Kozlowski was born in Cleveland and is a resident there. Larry Poy Young, 67, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1956 sailing as a cook. Brother Young began sailing in 1940. He hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor and the 1962 Robin Line beefs. Seafarer Young was born in Canton, China and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Young is a resident of New York City. Great Lakes William Clinton Traser, 72, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York. He la t sailed as a QMED. Brother Traser hit the brick in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor beef. He was born in Richmond, Va. and is a resident of Hou ton. Ernest Frederick De Merse, 58, joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1952. He sailed as a deckhand, scowman and dredgeman for Dunbar and Sullivan from 1955 to 1961 and for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. in 1961. Brother De Merse was a former member of the Laborers Union from 1950 to 1953. He is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force after World War II. Laker De Mer e was born in Raco , Mich. and is a resident of Brimley, Mich. OOAl7- YOUR fSfllPMATeS OBdECT TO WORKING' WITH AN AL.COh'OL/C •P Atlantic Fishermen Hughes S. Amero, 66, joined the SIU-merged Gloucester Fisherman's Union in the port of Gloucester, Mass. Brother Amero is a resident of Glouce ter. ME7 AN ALCOflOL/C? I ON.LY £'RINK 7WO QL/ARr6' OF BOOZE A PAY. ... ANO IJ/E B£/NG DOING IT FOR rweNrY Ye4RSfl WllY DRINK YOLIR- S£LF !Nro THE GRAVE . Q j/ff/...,D /6' AVA/L.AB.t.E, CON7:4CT YOL/R' PORT 6~Nr OR//./,!?' :51.1.U. OO/TNOW0U September 1986 I LOG I 19 �Deep Sea Pensioner Roy Watson Anderson, 77, passed away from heart failure in the Baptist Medical Center, Jacksonville on July 3. Brother Anderson joined the SIU in the port of _ Jacksonville in 1963 sailing as a FOWT and cook. He was born in Oklahoma and was a resident of Jacksonville. Cremation took place in the East Coast Crematorium, Jacksonville Beach, FJa. Surviving is his widow, Elizabeth. Pensioner Charlie Burns, 60, died on Aug. 2. Brother Bums joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Seafarer Bums was born in Louisiana and was a resident of New Orleans. Surviving are his widow, Helen; two daughters, Elishia Brewster and Margaret Wilcox; his father, John and his mother, Elishia Pratts, all of New Orleans. Charles Bertell Eagleson Sr., 45, died on July 31. Brother Eagleson joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1956 sailing last as a QMED. He was born in New York City and was a resident of Houston. Surviving are his widow, Jean; two sons, Charles Jr. and Jason; a daughter, Penny Curry, and his mother, Anna Booth of Houston. Pensioner Joseph George Edwards Sr., 73, succumbed to cancer in the Shelby Hospital, Center, Texas on Aug. 12. Brother Edwards joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1958 sailing as a cook and waiter. He also worked 30 years as an office manager and junior executive. Seafarer Edwards was a veteran of the Louisiana National Guard Infantry before World War II. Born in New Orleans, he was a resident of Center. Cremation took place in the East Texas Crematory, Kilgore, Texas. Surviving is his widow, Olga. Pensioner Loyd J. Griffis, 77, passed away recently. Brother Griffis joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Mobile sailing last as a deck engineer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Seafarer Griffis was born in Mississippi and was a resident of Beaumont, Miss. Surviving is a niece, Winifred Bellamy of Gautier, Miss. Antoine "Steve" Gurney, 56, died on June 11. Brother Gurney joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1959 sailing as an oiler. He last sailed out of the port of Seattle and was a former member of the Canadian Seamen's Union. Seafarer Gurney was a veteran 20 I LOG I September 1986 of the U.S. Army after the Korean War. Born in Canada, he was a resident ofHoguiam, Wash. Surviving are his widow, Dolores; two sons, Tony and Billy; a daughter, Sharon March of Hoguiam, and three aunts, Irene Kolinchuk and two others of Transcona, Manitoba, Canada. Pensioner Louis Philip Hagmann Jr., 79, succumbed to a lung ailment at home in Metairie, La. on · July 27. Brother Hagmann joined the SIU in the port of Lake Charles, La. in 1957 last sailing as a chief steward. He was born in New Orleans. Burial was in the Metairie Cemetery. Surviving are three sons, Dewey, George and Raymond, and three daughters, Joyce, Michelle and Eugenie, all of New Orleans. Pensioner Frederick "Red" Edgar Hansen, 74, passed away from heart failure in the Ralph K. Davies Hospital, San Francisco on June 1. Brother Hansen joined the SIUmerged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union (MC&SU) in 1939 in the port of San Francisco sailing as a bellboy, laundry foreman and steward on PMA ships. He began sailing on the West Coast in 1931. Dec. 8, 1941 he was aboard the SS President Madison (APL) with a contingent of U.S. Marines in Balikpapan, Borneo when he learned of Pearl Harbor. Seafarer Hansen was also a MC&SU official and organizer. A native of Oakland, Calif., he was a resident of San Francisco. Hansen was a model train enthusiast and stamp collector. Burial was in the Cypress Lawn Park Cemetery, Colma, Calif. Surviving are his widow Dorothy and a sister, Mabel Sandbote of Walnut Creek, Calif. Pensioner Antonio Ibarro, 75, passed away on June 28, Brother Ibarra joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New Orleans sailing as an AB. He hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Ibarra was born in Puerto Rico and wa a resident of New York City. Surviving are his widow, Praxedes and a son, Maxwell of Naranjito, P.R. Pen ioner Herbert Paul Knowles, 71, pa ed away on Aug. 14. Brother Knowles joined the SIUmerged MC&S U in .1946 in the port of New York sailing last as a chief steward. He was born in New Jersey and was a resident of Rodeo, Calif. Surviving are his widow, Wilma and a son, J. Knowles. Pensioner Robert Lee McDavitt, 60, died of heart failure in the U.S. Veterans Administration Medical Center, Jackson, Miss. on July 27, Brother McDavitt joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1950. He sailed as a chief pumpman and 2nd assistant engineer. In 1967 he graduated from the Union-District 2, MEBA School of Engineering, Brooklyn, N. Y. and he walked the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime and 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer McDavitt was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Fort Madison, Iowa, he was a resident of McComb, Miss. Interment was in the Hollywood Cemetery, McComb. Surviving are his mother, Jeanette and a brother, Thomas of McComb. Vincent Tierney, 33, died on July 5. Brother Tierney joined the SIU following his graduation from the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Entry Trainee Program, Piney Point, Md. in 1977. He sailed as an AB. A former member of the Metal Wire Latherers Union, Local 46, N.Y. from 1969 to 1975, Seafarer Tierney was born in New York City and was a resident of Land O' Lakes, Fla. Surviving are his parents, John and Alice of Tampa; a brother, Joseph of the Bronx, N.Y., and a sister, Barbara Drugan of Bayville, N.J. Pensioner Ching You, 74, Shing passed away on Aug. 5. Brother You joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1957 sailing last as a chief steward. He hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor and the 1965 District Council 37 beefs. Seafarer You also worked in the Lotus Garden Restaurant and at the Hotel Oceanic Restaurant in New York. A native of Shanghai, China, he was a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of New York City. Surviving are his widow, Yan Hau and a brother, Thomas of New York City. Great Lakes Pensioner Theodore Johannes Hansen, 77, passed away from cancer in the Manor Care Nursing Center, Lucas Cty., Ore. on July 26. Brother Hansen .__......,......__....,.. joined the Union in the port of Buffalo, N. Y. in 1962 sailing last as a chief steward. He sailed for the Boland and Cornelius Steamship Co. from 1963 to 1964. Laker Hansen was born in Germany and was a naturalized U.S. citizen. Hansen was a resident of Toledo, Ohio. Burial was in the Ottawa Hills Park Cemetery, Toledo. Surviving is a daughter, Sharon Hornyak of Toledo. Monthly Membership Meetings Port Date Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point ................ Monday, October 6 ..................... 10:30 a.m. New York ................. Tuesday, October 7 .................... 10:30 a.m. Philadelphia ............... Wednesday, October 8 .................. 10:30 a.m. Baltimore ................. Thursday, October 9 .................... 10:30 a.m. Norfolk ................... Thur day, October 9 .................... 10:30 a.m. Jacksonville ............... Thursday, October 9 .................... 10:30 a.m. Algonac ................... Friday, October 10 ..................... 10:30 a.m. Houston ................... Tuesday, October 14 ................... 10:30 a.m. New Orleans .............. Tuesday, October 14 ................... 10:30 a.m. Mobile .................... Wednesday, October 15 ................. 10:30 a.m. San Francisco ............. Thursday, October 16 ................... 10:30 a.m. Wilmington ................ Monday, October 20 .................... 10:30 a.m. Seattle .................... Friday, October 24 ..................... 10:30 a.m. San Juan .................. Thursday, October 9 .................... 10:30 a.m. St. Louis .................. Friday, October 17 ..................... 10:30 a.m. Honolulu .................. Thursday, October 16 ................... 10:30 a.m. Duluth .................... Wednesday, October 15 ................. 10:30 a.m . Gloucester. ................ Tuesday, October 21 ................... 10:30 a.m. Jer ey City ................ Wednesday, October 22 ................. 10:30 a.m. �AURORA (Apex Marine), August 10Chairman C.A. Cuttirres; Secretary Joseph Bennett Jr.; Deck Delegate H.D. Jackson; Engine Delegate Juan Rodriguez. No disputed OT. There is $105 in the ship's treasury. The Aurora will pay off in Houston, Texas on Aug. 13 and will immediately start loading for the next voyage to Haifa, Israel. A wire was sent to headquarters requesting clarification on the shipping status of two ABs. The response was not clear, and the matter will be taken up at payoff. The secretary noted that the voyage was very good "thanks to the seamen aboard who were more brotherly to one another than I have ever witnessed during my time at sea. I hope there is a future for guys such as these." All movies are to be turned in before arrival in Houston so that they may be exchanged for new ones. It was suggested by the members that something positive be done about the welfare payments to doctors and hospitals for bills incurred due to illness. "Many of us are ending up with bad credit because of this." A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a very good job of feeding and for the wonderful cookout. Next port: Houston, Texas. BORINQUEN (Puerto Rico Marine), July 27-Chairman Donald Wagner; Secretary C. Carter. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $13 in the ship's treasury. Correspondence from SIU Vice President "Red" Campbell concerning pension funds was read and explained fully to the membership. The letter was posted in hopes of tabling any written motions in future meetings. A special vote of thanks was given to Vice President Leon Hall for his efforts to reduce the required time for New York State unemployment insurance from 23 weeks to 15 weeks. The bosun urged all qualified members to consider applying for the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course for future employment opportunities and job security. The steward is taking a well earned vacation next trip and was given a vote of thanks for a job well done. Next port: Port Elizabeth, N.J. FALCON CHAMPION (Titan Navigation), July 13-Chairman J. Chermesino; Secretary Paul Cox; Educationa1 Director D. White; Deck Delegate Carl Schmidt. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck department. The ship's treasury is doing quite well with a balance of $4 after flower donations ($115) and other expenses ($111 ). The movie fund now has $165.74, and the balance in the popcorn fund is $7.14. The Falcon Champion is going into the shipyard on July 21. The captain stated that the crew would be kept aboard provided the Union agrees to let the company furnish security in lieu of a deckdepartmentgangwaywatch. The Union was notified. Vice President "Red" Campbell said that it is OK if the crew agrees. A vote of crewmembers showed 8 in favor of staying, 4 in favor of going home. An official reply is still being awaited from headquarters. The next stop is England. Crewmembers were reminded to declare all items, and any member getting off should make sure his room is clean. Expressions of deepest sympathy were given to Brother Charlie Mann and his family on the loss of his brother. Flowers were sent from the crew and officers. The steward maintains a library of approximately 650 movies. They are enjoyed by all, and crewmembers were asked to help keep them in good order. Apart from one complaint about the food, a vote of thanks was given to the steward and his department for a job well done. The cooking and baking have been excellent. The steward explained that "this is not the States. The quality of stores are the best that can be purchased in the area." Next port: England. MAJOR STEPHEN W. PLESS (Waterman-MSC), August 3-Chairman R.E. Hagood; Secretary B.W. Steams Jr.; Educational Director 8. Stearman; Deck Delegate Arnold Bustillo; Engine Delegate Earl N. Gray Jr.; Steward Delegate Antonio Prizmik. No beefs or disputed OT. There is approximately $700 in the ship's fund to buy VHS movies and recreational equipment to be used aboard ship. The Pless will pay off on Aug. 11 while at anchorage at Lynnhaven, Va. and will then shift to another anchorage later that day. It is not known exactly when the "B" team will arrive onboard for the rotation of crews, but all members were reminded to clean their rooms and tum in all linen to the soiled linen locker. The secretary reported that on July 31 the Pless played host to the commanding general and the staff of the Obregon wi I arrive at Lynnhaven anchorage. Customs forms were handed out and the launch schedule will be posted. Two days transportation will be paid, with meal money, out to Cadiz. The vessel met up with the USS Platte oft the Virginia Capes and participated in an UNREP exercise. The U.S. Navy commended the crew for their skill and professionalism and thanked them for their hospitality. New rules for ship security have been posted; ID cards have been issued to all hands. Marine guards may be assigned to the ship while in port. If so, "show them courtesy and make them feel welcome. They are there for our protection." No new training films are onboard that the members haven't already seen. A suggestion was made to send copies of the monthly headquarters meeting. Another suggestion was to supply refrigerators in each crew room. A vote of Crewmembers aboard the PFC Eugene A. Obregon receive the hose from the USS Platte during UNREP exercises. 6th MAB for a briefing on an upcoming operation in Europe. The ship recently received a communication from the commanding general expressing his appreciation for the fine luncheon. He was impressed "with all of our efforts, the cleanliness, good condition of the ship and of our overall professionalism in having the Pless 'on station and ready.'" Questions were asked about the new SIU contract, and a suggestion was made to hire a SIU shoregang for stowing voyage stores-or at least call three stand-bys for the steward department. Two crewmembers, A. Bustillo and A. Bell Sr., will retire after this voyage. "We all wish them good luck and a long life." A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. In its report to the LOG: "While on station in Portland, Maine, the ship held two outdoor barbecues for the people of Portland and the adjacent town. We had over 300 visitors to these parties. In tum, the ship was invited to a New England Clam Bake and Lobster Dinner (given by the Chamber of Commerce, Portland) at House Island, the site of a fort in the War of 1812. A good time was had by all who attended. OMI CHARGER (OMI), July 27Chairman F. Schwarz; Secretary A. Fluker; Educational Director!Treasurer Wiley Yarber; Deck Delegate John Landry; Engine Delegate L. Craig; Steward Delegate Melvin Morgan. No disputed OT. The steward just joined the ship and noted that the galley is not in good shape. The range and oven need repair, the reefer boxes need fixing, and the galley needs to be sprayed for roaches. He said that the steward department is doing a good job of working under these conditions, but that the two hours OT each day are not enough to keep the department clean. A VCR is aboard ship with 80 assorted movies. Members are asked to take care of the machine. The chief pumpman will pick and sign out movies as needed. A problem was brought up about draws on the OM/ Charger. It appears that every time a crewmember puts in for a draw, the captain says there is not enough money onboard. This will be taken up with headquarters and the company. Next port: New York. PVT EUGENE A. OBREGON-¥· &TC (Waterman-MSC), June 15-Chairman William Kratsas; Secretary Lee de Parlier; Educational Director Ronnie L. Herian. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck department which will be referred to the boarding patrolman at payoff. There is $14 in the ship's treasury. The thanks was given to the steward department for their continued good job of food preparation and service. Next port: Norfolk, Va. SEA·LAND ADVENTURER (SeaLand Service), July 27-Chairman Robert U. Dillon; Secretary Glenn C. Bamman; Deck Delegate Philip Poole; Steward Delegate Harry E. Jones. No beefs or disputed OT reported. The chairman stressed the importance of contributing to SPAD and the job security it provides-particularly with the military-contracted vessels. The secretary spoke on the need to consolidate the various maritime unions into a single voice instead of having the different unions work at cross purposes. Cooperation between the unions and the contracted companies can benefit all, especially while shipping is in a slump. The educational director advised members to upgrqade their skills at Piney Point. "It's the only way to stay competitive in today's world." A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Port Elizabeth, N.J. SENATOR (CCT), July 21-Chairman Mark Lamar; Secretary George W. Luke; Educational Director Eric Bain; Engine Delegate Dennis A. Baker; Steward Delegate Angel B. Correa. No beefs or disputed OT. The ship is due in Miami on July 22 for a payoff. Everything is running smoothly. The chairman said, "I have had the pleasure of sailing with a very good crew. The bosun has been very helpful in all ways and should be given a vote of thanks. We have had a nice trip." A number of suggestions were made. The first was that the SIU not merge with any other union outside of "our own AFL union." A second was that a new washing machine is badly needed for the crew laundry room. The membership also feels that the clinic in Jacksonville, Fla. is too far from the Union hall. A clinic closer to the hall should be obtained or the Union should furnish transportation to and from the present clinic. A vote of thanks was given to the bosun and to the steward department for jobs well done. Next port: Miami, Fla. STAR OF TEXAS (Titan Navigation), July 20-Chairman G. Paschall; Secretary I.A. Fletcher; Educational Director J. Nathan; Engine Delegate Walter E. Sargent; Steward Delegate B. Young Jr. No disputed OT. The chairman re-emphasized the importance of contributing to SPAD and encouraged everyone to take advantage of the upgrading courses offered at Piney Point. A vote of thanks was given to t e entire crew for helping keep the ship free of coal dust and for making the five passengers feel welcome. The passengers were Ray and Rita Hale-Torres and their daughter Tanya, along with Robert and Christine Rockwell. Both families were returning home after retiring from the military forces, and both families expressed their gratitude for the reception they received from the entire crew. Mail still continues to be a serious problem aboard the Star of Texas. Mail addressed to the Fleet Post Office has never been delivered, and some crewmembers have not received mail since last May. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for an excellent job. Next port: Philadelphia, Pa. LNG VIRGO (Energy Transportation Corp.), August 10-Chairman Billy Nuckols; Secretary C. Shirah; Educational Director Engine Delegate Tom Curtis; Deck Delegate Albert C. Pickford; Steward Delegate Udjang Nurdjaja. Some disputed OT was reported in the engine department. The new feeding plan was brought up, and the secretary said he had been told that if the ship was not getting the proper foods, to bring the matter to ETC in Japan. It seems that food is coming from everywhere but the U.S.-ham from Denmark, chicken from Brazil, beef from New Zealand. When the food problems have been settled with ETC, all records will be sent to SIU headquarters. Next port: Himeji, Japan. Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: ALTAIR AMERICAN CORMORANT AMERICAN EAGLE AMERICAN FALCON UIG AQUARIUS ARCHOI UIG ARIES ATWITIC SPIRIT CAPE DECISION COVE LIBERTY 1ST LT. BALDOMERO LOPEZ GALVESTON GOLDEN ENDEAVOR MOKU-PAHU OMI CHAMPI I OMI MISSOURI OMI WABASH OVERSW HARRIEm OVERSEAS NATALIE PANAMA PAUL BUCK PHILADELPHIA ROBERT E. LEE ST. LOUIS SU PEDRO SEA-LAND CONSUMER SEA-LAND DEVELOPER SEA-LAND ECONOMY SEA-LAND EXPLORER SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE SEA-LAND INNOVATOR SEA-LAND LEADER SEA-LAND LIBERATOR SEA-LAID PACER SEA-LAND PATRIOT SEA-LAID PIONEER SEA-LAND PRODUCER SEA-LAND VENTURE Personals Mike Dumars Please contact Daniel Lee Hanbury at 2950 Cottage Knoll Dr., Mobile, Ala. 36609, or call at (205) 633-0056. Bill Earl Linn Your old friend William A. Todd would like to get in touch with you. Write him at 5108 NW 47, Oklahoma City, 0 kla. 73122, or call at (405) 787-6520. Edward McGunnigal Please get in touch with your nephew, Bill McGunnigal, at 1320 5th St., Peru, Ill. 61354, or call (815) 223-7863. Daniel J. McMullen Celia Stajkowski and her husband often think about you and really would be pleased to hear from you. You can write them at 310 Cameron St., Reading, Pa. 19607. Isadore Ostroff Josephine 0. Mize is trying to locate you. Please write her at 1805 North Berry Rd., Ajo, Ariz. 85321. September 1986 I LOG I 21 �CL L NP -Company/Lakes -Lakes -Non Priority Directory of Ports Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes AUG. 1-31, 1986 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac .... . . .. . ....... .. .. . Port Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O Port Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Port Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 76 6 21 7 2 33 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 13 ENGINE DEPARTMENT O 32 O 5 0 6 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 16 0 0 4 0 4 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 O 0 37 Frank Drozak, President Ed Turner, Exec. Vice President Joe DiGiorgio, Secretary Leon Hall, Vice President Angus " Red" Campbell, Vice President Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President Roy A. Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President HEADQUARTERS 2 Totals All Departments . . . . . . . . 2 89 7 O 124 7 3 *"Total Registered " means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month . **" Reg istered on the Beach " means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month . 22 7 52 14 Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea AUG. 1-31, 1986 Port Gloucester ....... . ..... . . ... New York ... ... . . . . . ...... . . Philadelphia ............. . ... Baltimore .. ... . . . . .... . . . .. . Norfolk . .. .. .. ........ . .. . .. Mobile .. . ..... . ............ New Orleans . .. ............. Jacksonville ... . .... ... . .. . .. San Francisco .. . .... ... .. ... Wilmington .. .... . ...... . . .. Seattle ........ . . .. .. . .. .. .. Puerto Rico ... .. .. .... . .. .. . Honolulu ................ ... Houston .... ... . . .. .. .... .. . St. Louis .................. . Piney Point .. .... .. . ..... .. . Totals .. . .. . ... .... . ........ Port Gloucester . .. .. . .... . ... . .. . New York ... . .... .. . .. .. .. . . Philadelphia .. .. . . .. . .. .. . .. . Baltimore . .. ... . ............ Norfolk . ..... ... .. .. . . ...... Mobile . . ...... . .. . .. . . . . . .. New Orleans . .. ... . ......... Jacksonville .... . ... .. . . .. ... San Francisco .... . . . .... . . .. Wilmington . . .. ... . ......... Seattle . . .... . ........... . .. Puerto Rico . ... ....... . .. . .. Honolulu ... ... ... . . .... . .. . Houston . . . ..... .. ....... . .. St. Louis . ... .. . . .. . . ..... .. Piney Point .. .. . . . . . ...... .. Totals .. ... . . ... ........ . ... Port Gloucester ... . ......... . .... New York ..... . ........ . . . .. Philadelphia ....... .. .... .. . . Baltimore . ... .. . . ... . .. . .... Norfolk . . . . . .. . .. . . .. .. .. . .. Mobile .. . . . ... ... . .. ... . ... New Orleans . ... ........... . Jacksonville .. .. . ..... . ..... . San Francisco .. .... . .. ...... Wilmington ... .... ... .. .. . . . Seattle . . . ... .. .. . . . . ....... Puerto Rico .. .. ... . . ..... . .. Honolulu ............. . ... . . Houston ...... . . . .. . .. .. .. .. St. Louis .... .. . . .. .. . .. .. . . Piney Point .. .. ........ . .... Totals . . ........... . ... . ... . *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 2 46 5 7 9 10 42 32 34 14 36 10 5 36 0 1 3 17 3 8 11 5 2 10 11 5 6 1 14 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 5 1 6 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs 1 53 3 3 14 8 37 34 20 13 29 11 4 35 0 1 DECK DEPARTMENT 3 0 12 1 1 0 3 0 9 0 4 1 2 2 1 6 3 1 4 1 10 0 2 0 14 7 5 0 0 0 0 0 1 15 1 0 2 0 8 6 4 5 11 1 10 8 0 0 289 101 18 266 0 33 2 7 13 10 28 24 21 13 17 9 8 24 0 6 1 5 2 0 2 3 8 3 8 2 6 3 14 7 0 3 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 1 2 0 1 8 0 0 0 0 32 3 4 9 9 22 22 5 11 12 11 4 16 0 1 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 5 1 1 0 1 3 4 0 6 0 5 1 7 1 3 0 14 9 4 0 0 0 1 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 1 6 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 1 0 27 28 0 0 0 0 2 0 215 67 16 161 1 14 1 4 8 3 0 2 0 1 4 2 3 7 3 4 6 0 20 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 1 0 0 0 35 0 0 1 1 19 1 3 9 4 13 11 22 12 22 3 6 15 0 0 17 17 38 14 21 6 7 14 0 5 170 57 41 141 2 17 1 4 10 1 10 11 44 12 22 5 6 10 0 0 2 32 4 4 10 5 13 8 13 8 18 3 80 6 0 4 1 3 0 0 2 0 6 1 4 0 4 0 186 0 0 0 0 12 1 0 7 3 15 8 Port Gloucester . ..... . . ... ... .... New York ................... Philadelphia ............ ..... Baltimore ...... . ...... ... ... Norfolk .... . .. . . . ......... . . Mobile .... . . . .. . ........... New Orleans ................ Jacksonville ................. San Francisco ............... Wilmington ................. Seattle .. . ....... . ...... . ... Puerto Rico ................. Honolulu ... . .. . ........ . ... Houston .................... St. Louis ............ . ...... Piney Point ........ . ........ Totals ........... . .... . ..... 155 210 207 114 Totals All Departments ... . .... 829 435 282 682 23 6 20 0 4 15 0 0 78 57 46 14 13 29 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 1 0 22 3 2 0 3 0 14 0 8 0 11 0 12 0 0 6 5 0 15 1 0 0 111 151 2 0 0 0 0 3 215 155 396 211 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 6 110 8 18 18 15 94 46 59 33 69 23 8 64 0 3 5 29 4 10 10 5 9 21 19 9 12 0 13 11 0 4 0 0 0 0 2 0 5 3 7 3 1 0 2 1 0 0 72 574 161 24 0 3 0 1 2 0 4 5 1 2 4 0 5 1 0 0 2 68 5 14 17 8 50 39 32 28 44 11 11 37 0 6 5 6 1 3 3 3 13 7 7 5 10 2 15 7 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 2 1 0 0 6 0 0 0 28 372 91 13 0 6 0 1 0 1 6 1 4 7 10 1 40 3 0 1 0 36 1 7 7 8 32 15 69 18 32 10 8 22 0 5 1 8 0 1 4 2 4 6 4 7 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 1 0 2 0 40 0 0 1 7 1 20 1 0 4 81 270 70 47 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 47 2 3 67 7 4 14 6 27 17 30 25 36 21 90 8 0 4 1 2 0 1 5 0 19 5 9 2 3 2 274 1 0 0 9 10 2 24 12 72 24 40 14 6 18 0 1 0 283 359 324 181 1,499 681 408 *" Total Registered " means the number of men who actually reg istered for shipping at the port last month . **"Registered on the Beach " means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was up from the month of July. A total of 1,470 jobs were shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,470 jobs shipped, 682 jobs or about 46 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 181 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 3,549 jobs have been shipped. 22 I LOG I September 1986 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 (301 ) 899-0675 ALGONAC, Mich. .520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) 327-4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio 5443 Ridge Rd. 44129 (216) 845-1100 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 11 Rogers St. 01930 (617) 283-1167 HONOLULU, Hawaii 636 Cooke St. 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD, Mass. 50 Union St. 02740 (617) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 Toll Free: 1-800-325-2532 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 Third St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 2067 4 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATILE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 SUBIC BAY, Rep. of Philippines 34 21st St. , W. Bajac Bajac Olongapo City C-2201 222-3533 WILMINGTON, Calif. 51 O N. Broad Ave. 90744 (213) 549-4000 , ~1 . �Defense Shot Could Send Industry to Ute Boats The Department of Defense is right. Foreign-flag ships haul cargo cheaper than U.S. ships. But will a foreignflag ship that carries military families' furniture to Germany in peacetime, carry tanks to the Middle East in war time? Absolutely not. That's why the DOD wins the CutOff-Your-Nose-To-Spite-Your-Face award. Earlier this summer the DOD issued a proposed new rule which would allow it to circumvent the Military Cargo Preference Act which requires that 100 percent of American military cargo be shipped on American vessels. They want to allow foreign-flag ships the cargo when U.S. rates are "excessive" (see story page 1). ''The right to carry government cargo is the only reason anybody has a U.S.flag ship," said one industry executive. Figures show that the Navy (through the Military Sealift Command) paid about $1.8 billion dollars to ship cargo last year. Other estimates show that foreign ships offering the same services might save the Navy 10 to 30 percent. In other words, the Navy might save $180 to $540 million. That sounds like a lot. But what Editorial would they lose in exchange? Very possibly a good portion of the ships they would have to count on in an emergency-Sea-Land, U.S. Lines, Lykes Brothers, and American President Lines-the backbone of the U.S. liner fleet. Even with the money from military cargo, between them U.S. Lines, SeaLand and APL lost more than $200 million. The revenues received from cargo preference are ·not making these companies barrels of profits. The DOD has to remember that the merchant marine has a role in national defense. The merchant marine is partner to the Navy. Most military planners agree that today there is a short- fall of U.S. merchant ships and seamen if a national emergency ever did arise. The Navy knows that. Look at their buildup of the nation's reserve fleet. Look at the dozens of newly-built or converted ships serving the Military Sealift Command: TAKX, Maritime Preposition and others. Those ships are there because the U .S.-flag merchant marine has been dwindling for decades. If the folks at the Pentagon don't want to overcome a strategic sealift shortfall, then maybe it's right for a field grade procurement officer who hasn't shipped anything but a desk for years, to determine that company's rates are excessive and let a Liberian ship lay up an American ship. That doesn't sound like good planning. 'Hyatt Is Union' Because of solid labor backing and the support of hundreds of allied organizations and individuals, our boycott of the Hyatt-Regency New Orleans has been successful-last month the hotel signed a first contract with SEID Local 100, and the service workers there now have a chance at the kind of wages, benefits and working conditions they deserve. For us, the contract means the end of a five-year struggle. For organized labor and our friends, it represents a significant step forward in a part of the country that is particularly hostile to labor unions. We thank you for honoring our boycott and for supporting our campaign. And now we ask that you conscientiously patronize the Hyatt-Regency New Orleans and enjoy the service of a unionized workforce you helped win! A.gain, our heartfelt thanks. Sincerely and fraternally, JohnJ. Sweeney International President Vice Presidents (Continued from Page 14.) West Coast by V. P. George McCartney I would like to give you a rundown on what is happening on the West Coast and Hawaii . Starting with the port of San Francisco, our three main companies on the coast are American President Lines, Matson Navigation and Sea-Land. In addition, we have tankers of Maritime Overseas and Ogden Marine regularly visiting the Bay Area and occasionally paying off there. As a result of the rotary shipping rules now in effect, we have a pretty good turnover in jobs, and while the old happy homesteaders who used to stay on the same ship four or five years or longer in some instances might not like it, I feel very strongly that the change in our shipping rules has been for the best of all concerned, particularly in view of the fast turnaround and short stays in port of today's modem container vessels and tankers. And the overwhelming majority of our members on the coast have told me that they prefer it this way. In addition to the deepsea ships, we have approximately 200 inland jobs with Crowley, depending on how many tugs and barges are operating in the Long Beach-Los Angeles harbors. Out in Hawaii, the two cruise ships Independence and Constitution continue to run with full passenger loads which is very welcome indeed considering the number of jobs this provides the members. In addition to the two cruise ships, all of the Matson ships pass through Hawaii. We also have the two . sugar vessels Moku Pahu and Sugar Islander visiting regularly. The cable ship Charles L. Brown is home ported in Honolulu and provides quite a few 'Thanks for the Help . ' • • I received from your legislative office copies of postcards sent to members of the House of Representatives and Senate by Seafarers members urging support of the veto override of H.R. 1562. I was very pleased to see that postcards were sent from a wide variety of states including Maryland, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Alabama, New York and Arizona. On behalf of the ILGWU let me thank you and the members of the sru for all of your support and help in this vital effort to override the president's veto of the Textile and Apparel Trade Enforcement Act on August 6, 1986. Sincerely, With every good wish. Evelyn Dubrow Vice President Legislative Director jobs for our members out there. There are also quite a few military ships and an occasional tanker coming through the Islands. So all in all, Honolulu has become one of our bigger ports as far as employment opportunities go. And I hope that you all realize that these new employment opportunities didn't just happen by accident. They came about as a result of long, hard work on the part of your Unionstarting right at the top with President Frank Drozak' s untiring efforts on your behalf. The most recent victory with the Lavino ships will mean more than 300 new jobs for our members, and our Vice President of Contracts, Red Campbell, has just successfully negotiated increases and improvements in this contract. So now it is up to you, the membership, to take these jobs and prevent any of these ships from sailing short or being delayed at any time. Our reputation is on the line, and only you-the rank and file-can protect our good name by sailing these ships and doing the best job that you can while aboard as a capable, competent, professional SIU seaman. It is only in this way that we can continue to pros- per and grow, enjoying the security of good shipping for all our members in the years to come. President's Report (Continued from Page 2.) censed deep sea unions, NMU, SIU, MFU and SUP, into one new organization was obvious and enthusiastic." I am encouraged by this positive response from the NMU and I will be meeting with Shannon in the near future. I will keep our membership fully informed, and at all times will keep the job security of our membership in mind. * * * Bob Vahey is dead. I have lost a good and trusted friend, and this Union has lost a valued worker. Bob's energy, dedication and sense of responsibility to this organization and to this membership were without equal. Bob would be the first to say, "We must move on." We will do that, but we will miss him. September 1986 I LOG I 23 �Lavino Talks Completed New Force of 12 Ships Opens 300-Plus Jobs Negotiators for the SIU and Lavino Shipping Company (LSC) have reached tentative agreement on a contract for 12 ships. The oceanographic research ships will be under charter to the Military Sealift Command. The contract runs for the life of the charter, about four years. "We've been able to reach a surprisingly strong contract in the areas of wages and seniority, especially in light of the shipping situation for most American companies,'' said SIU President Frank Drozak. The ships, which will operate throughout the world, will carry various sized crews depending on the missions, said Red Campbell, SIU vice president and contract chief. He added that the ships mean more than 300 Seafarers will be able to find new work and job security. A special seniority clause in the new pact will enable Seafarers to move up the seniority ladder in a shorter period of The USNS De Steiguer is one of the 12 new oceanographic ships Seafarers will man under a new contract with Lavino Shipping Co. time. A wage scale has been agreed to and has been sent to all ports and vessels manned by SIU personnel. Campbell urged Seafarers interested in shipping on the new vessels to familiarize themselves with the new contract before accepting employment in order to avoid any misunderstanding after shipping out. SAB Amends Seniority Rules for Military Ships The Seafarers Appeals Board has amended rules and procedures for advancing to ''A'' seniority shipping rights, and for registering and shipping aboard military support vessels. The new rules will provide an opportunity for all SIU members with '' B'' seniority and a rating above the entry level to advance to ''A'' seniority by shipping aboard the defined military vessels for 18 months, provided they fully comply with the tour of duty for which they are hired, whether permanent or temporary, and provided they complete the two-week orientation program conducted at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. With regard to registration and shipping on military support ships, rules are in effect to assure that these vessels will be fully crewed and ready to sail on time. To effect this policy, the new rules provide: • The seaman being relieved must report to the Union hall to register within 48 hours of being relieved; The USNS Hess is assisted by a tug. She's another of the new ships under SIU contract. DOD (Continued from Page 1.) least part of it, to their country's ships. Last year a U.S. District Court upheld Rainbow's claim to the business. That's when the DOD issued its new proposals. The Navy's Military Sealift Command spent about $1.8 billion to ship cargo overseas last year. American liner companies such as Sea-Land, American President Lines, U.S. Lines and Lykes received a substantial portion of that cargo. But even with those military contracts, the companies lost money. Between them, Sea-Land, U.S. Lines and APL lost more than $200 million. ·'This would pull another leg out from under an industry that is already on the verge of total collapse," May said. 24 I LOG I September 1986 In a letter from eight House members in~luding Rep. Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.), chairman of the Merchant Marine and Fisherie Committee, and the committee's ranking Republican, Rep. Robert W. Davis (Mich.), the defense role of the merchant marine was stres ed. "We have been willing to pay to assure an adequate supply of ships to meet our economic and military needs ... The U.S.-ftag merchant marine is an important part of our national defense," they wrote. The Transportation Institute, Marad and several large U.S. shipping firms issued comments challenging the Navy's rule. The Department of Defense is expected to issue its final ruling by late September or early October. If the proposal is unchanged, court action is expected. • The seaman has the responsibility of maintaining contact with the port agent of the port registered relative to his return to the vessel; • The seaman must return to the vessel at the completion of his relief by reclaiming his job from the hiring hall shipping board no later than the day prior to the vessel's arrival in port; • The seaman who is registered to return to his vessel must notify the port agent at the port registered at least 15 days prior to his scheduled return to his assigned vessel that he intends to return to that vessel. Failure to reclaim his job or to confirm his intended return to the assigned vessel will cause his job to be shipped in accordance with the Shipping Rules, and will require that seaman to re-register. In announcing the shipping rule changes, SIU Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell said: "This Union has worked hard to get these 1,000 or more jobs for our membership, and we have the responsibility to see to it that these ships are properly manned to meet the requirements of the mili. tary agencies to which they are chartered. We are training our members to qualify to take these jobs, and we are offering them seniority incentives to take these jobs and to stay aboard for their full tours.'' Campbell noted that many letters of commendation on the outstanding performance of SIU crews have been published by the Navy, and he said that more and more of the membership are understanding that these jobs have become the "cornerstone" of our job security. Rep. John Breaux's (D-La.) bid for the Senate got a boost last month when the SIU hosted a rally for the candidate at the New Orleans hall. The rally helped raise funds and generate publicity for the SIU-backed Senate. hopeful. Above (I. tor.) are Breaux, New Orleaqs Port Agent Ray Singletary and Patrolman Nick Celona. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. 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DANNHEIM NAMED MSCPAC COMMANDER NEW BEDFORD COMES TOGETHER FOR FLEET BLESSING DEFENSE SHOT COULD SEND INDUSTRY TO LIFE BOATS NEW FORCE OF 12 SHIPS OPENS 300-PLUS JOBS SAB AMENDS SENIORITY RULES FOR MILITARY SHIPS ARMY RESERVISTS COME TO PINEY POINT TO LEARN CARGO HANDLING WITH SEAFARERS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1986 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 48, No. 9 1986 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/74aad7fd2f4a44f996fb996b531bfa13.pdf 8d47ebf83e8cf9789ded08e47c7706b3 PDF Text Text Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union • Atlantic, GuH, Lakes and Inland Waters District• AFL·CIO Vol. 49, No. 9 September 198? Special Convention Report-Pages 13-24 Delegates Approve SIUNA Restructuring Study The shape of the 80,000 member SIUNA may change during the next few years. Delegates to the recent Triennial Convention agreed to study restructuring the Union in an attempt to meet the challenges facing the Union as the 20th Century draws to a close. Throughout the three-day convention, delegates and speaker angrily denounced the lack of any meaningful American maritime policy. The continued shrinkage, especially since 1980, of the U .S.-flag merchant marine drew fire as did the reflagging of 11 Kuwaiti tankers. The issue of the new Seafarers Maritime Union was openly debated. Resolutions covering health care, veterans' benefits, Great Lakes shipping and the U.S. fishing industry problems were passed. Complete coverage of the convention begins on page 13. Trade Talks Threaten Maritime Unions Want Maritime Removed from Table The leaders of the SIUN A and the SIU of Canada have turned up the heat on U.S. and Canadian trade negotiators in an attempt to protect the maritime industry of both countries. The two union presidents warned U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney that American and Canadian maritime programs are being ''needlessly placed. in jeopardy'' by the two countries' rush to complete a Free Trade Agreement. In a letter to the two heads of state, Frank Drozak, president of the Seafarers International Union of North America, and Roman Gralewicz, president of the Seafarers International Union of Canada, urged that maritime issues be removed from the current trade negotiations. Negotiators from the U.S. and Canada have been meeting for several months in an attempt to hammer out a so-called "Free Trade Agreement" (FTA). Proposals made during the talks Inside: Civil Rights Leader Bayard Rustin Dies Page 3 NMU-MEBA Announce Merger Plans Page 3 S/U's Pollux Ready for Reforger Government Services Division SHLSS Pages 6 & 7 Pages 1O & 11 Pages 25-28 would dismantle several long-standing maritime programs of both countries. The two union presidents said "the complex nature of the maritime ind us- See Page 4 for Full Text of Letters try and its relationship to the ecurity of both nations is neither fully undertood nor appreciated by those charged with negotiating the agreement. Those with proper expertise to gauge the implications of altering existing policy are unfortunately removed from the process." Drozak and Gralewicz noted that the Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense (established by H.R. 1289) and the General Accounting Office (GAO) are undertaking studie on how the U .S.-flag meets, or does not meet, its national security obligations. In addition, ''there is a dangerous lack of consultation with the legislative branche of both governments regarding the nature of maritime provisions" in the FTA proposals, the pair wrote. Currently, there are several congressional efforts to develop new maritime initiatives, and tho e could be compromised by the ''indiscriminate intermingling of U.S. and Canadian maritime policies which have been proposed in the FT A talks. Reagan's own "Presidential Report on National Security" cites both the decline in the size of the U.S. merchant fleet and.the lack of an adequate supply of trained mariner to man reserve fleet ships as a serious problem which would "impede our ability to adequately project and sustain forces by strategic sealift. '' If a trade agreement dismantles current maritime programs, those national security problems cited in the president's report would grow even larger, warned the two union leaders. ''The nations of North America must have maritime policie suitable to meet economic, industrial and national security demands ... the framework of a Free Trade Agreement is not the proper forum to fashion well-crafted maritime policies," the union presi- dents said. In addition to the letters to the president and prime minister, the SI UNA passed a resolution at its justcompleted convention opposing the inclusion of maritime policy questions in the FT A talks. �President's Report by Frank Drozak I N order to better represent the members of this Union, I have to devote a large portion of time just to keep track of developments in the maritime industry. Changes in the industry have been so rapid and farreaching that after a while you tend to take change for granted. Yet even I had to sit up and take notice about a story that appeared in a recent issue of the Washington Times. The port of Baltimore is in a life-ordeath struggle to survive. Ports up and down the East Coast are trying to grab a piece of the action. Baltimore's main competition is expected to come from Front Royal, a small town in Northern Virginia. This wouldn't be so unusual except for one small fact-Front Royal is landlocked. The nearest river is miles away. Welcome to the 1980s, where you don't even need water to build a competitive port. Rapid technological changes (and in the case of Front Royal, the gradual shift to intermodal operations) are altering the face of the maritime industry. Baltimore's port facilities generate 60,000 jobs and hundreds of millions in revenue. City and state officials had one of two choices. They could complain bitterly about a world which doesn't seem to make sense, or they could make some hard choices and remain competitive. They chose to live. I am relaying this story to you because I find the SIU in a similar position. Some days I wake up and can't believe the changes that are occurring in the American maritime industry. Yet I don't have the luxury of doing nothing: the job security of too many people is at stake. Actually, the idea of a port without water doesn't seem so strange once you've been exposed to the promotional policies of the Reagan administration. Over the past six years, an administration committed to increasing the defense budget by hundreds of billions of dollars has either eliminated or cut funding for every single maritime promotional program on the books. In the process, it has brought the American-flag merchant marine to the point of near-extinction, thereby depriving the United States of a credible sealift capability. Without a reliable method of trans- porting troops and weapons overseas, they become little more than expensive decorations for the annual Veteran's Day Parade. In an ironic twist of fate, the most defense-minded administration of the post-wai: period has failed to grasp the most basic tenet of strategic planning. If there's a war, you have to be able to get to it. Otherwise, you lose. American-flag shipping companies have to go head-on against foreign competitors who are heavily and sometimes totally subsidized. Many foreign markets are closed to these American businessmen. In order to help American-flag companies stay in business, all maritime unions have had to accept severe manning reductions. Most of these reductions have been in the unlicensed berths. If that weren't enough, licensed unions, fearful of their own continued existence, have tried to infringe upon the jurisdictional rights of unlicensed seamen. Onboard numerous vessels, licensed officers have attempted to perform work outside their jurisdiction. Even more serious, the MM&P and District 1-MEBA have formed top-tobottom unions like PASS which threaten the benefits and job security of unlicensed seamen. The troubled state of the maritime industry puts a special burden on today's officials. I often have to remind myself that I did not create these conditions. But because I take my responsibilities as a union president very seriously, I have to confront them. So briefly, over the past few years, I took the following steps to protect the job security of the people I have been elected to represent: 1. I beefed up this Union's grassroots political action program. Since maritime is the most heavily regulated industry in the United States, it is no exaggeration to say that a seaman's job security depends on political action. Given the ideological bent of the present administration, we've done pretty well in this area. We played a leading role in securing a ban on the export of Alaskan oil, and in helping maritime and agriculture reach a compromise to restructure the P.L. 480 Program. This has saved thousands of jobs for American seamen. Moreover, I take pride in the fact that the SIU has never supported President Reagan for election. After all, how can you criticize the policies of the present administration if you helped elect it, not once, but twice? 2. I made an iron-clad commitment to education. Most industry experts agree that future job security for American seamen will depend on the quality of their skills and training. In this respect, I believe that SIU members take a back seat to no one. Our facilities at the SHLSS are the finest of their kind. They're so good that the Army and Navy use them to train personnel in sealift support functions. 3. I put all companies and unions on notice that we would not stand for any infringement of our members' rights. Starting with ACBL and Eastern Airlines in the early '80s, companies in the transportation sector have tried to abridge the rights of the people who work for them. We at the SIU have been willing to go to any lengths to protect the job security of our members. We may not win every fight, but we have at least put everyone on notice that there will be a price to pay for taking on the SIU. In addition, I have not hesitated to file Article XX charges against other unions that have infringed on the jurisdictional rights of our members. 4. I made an all-out effort to sign up new jobs for our members. Any union that relies on the work it now has to provide job security for its membership is not facing facts. There is no guarantee that companies relying solely on commercial or cargo preference work will be around five or 10 years from now. This includes Sea-Land and APL. After all, who would ever have predicted that U .S. Lines would go out of business? But it did. For the past three years, it has been apparent to everyone in the industry that the only new work being generated is in the military sector. During a period when the American-flag merchant marine has declined by more than one-third, the SIU has been able to secure military contracts for the operation of 65 ships producing more than 1,000 jobs for the membership, which offset declines in other areas. 5. Again I called for maritime unity. Ever since the break-up of the old ISU in the late 1930s, maritime unions have talked about the need to merge. Yet for a variety of reasons, such a merger never came about. Last year, I sent a letter to the heads of all the maritime unions and AFLSeptember 1987 CIO President Lane Kirkland asking for all maritime unions to enter into merger talks. The NMU responded to the letter, and merger discussions were entered into. Merger talks broke down over the structure of the proposed union. While the merger talks were being conducted, the MM&P and District 1MEBA continued infringing upon the jurisdictional rights of our members. A new union created by District 1, PASS, gathered momentum. And conditions in the industry continued to deteriorate. By the end of the year, U.S. Lines, the largest existing U.S.flag company, had gone out of business. Meanwhile, the number of vessels in the American-flag merchant marine had reached an all-time low. Crew sizes were small and getting smaller. And licensed unions like District 1 and the MM&P had apparently decided to protect their long-term security by stealing jobs away from unlicensed seamen. Rather than do nothing, I approached District 2 President Ray McKay about forming the Seafarers Maritime Union (SMU). SMU enables us to compete for jobs in the military sector and in new business. By signing up this kind of work, we accomplish several goals. We replace jobs in other areas. We protect the pension and welfare benefits of our middle-aged members, even if they don't choose to ship on these military vessels. And more important, we give the younger members a chance to make a living at sea. Members who ship on top-tobottom SIU District 2 ships have the chance to advance from entry levels to licensed jobs in rapid time. The formation of the SMU has been criticized by other maritime unions. And yet, their jurisdictional raids and their failure to seriously consider the possibility of a merger were the very things that gave birth to it. The close working relationship that exists between District 2 and the SIU, which is based on a mutual respect for the rights of both licensed and unlicensed seamen, is the defining spirit of the new organization. It is no accident that shortly after we reached this historic agreement, the NMU and District 1 announced plans to merge their two organizations-a here-before unheard of prospect. I wish the two unions well. I also believe that their decision to merge along the lines of the SMU is proof that the step that Ray McKay and I took was the right one. Off c1al Pubhcat1on of t e Sea1arers Internal onal Umon of orth Amenca. ant c, Gulf, La es and Inland Waters District, FL..f;IO Vol 49, o 9 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Charles Svenson Editor Mike Hall Managing Editor Max Hall Deborah Greene Associate Editor Associate Editor Angus " Red" Campbell Joe DiGiorgio Vice President Secretary Joe Sacco Mike Sacco Leon Hall Vic e President Vice President Vice President George McCartney Roy Mercer Steve Edney Vice President Vice President Vice President The LOG (ISSN 01 60-2047) is published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746, Tel. 8990675. Second-class postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges , Md . 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �Bayard Rustin, Civil Rights, Labor Activist, Dead at 75 Bayard Rustin, the staunch labor supporter and civil rights activist who played a major role in organizing the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, died in New York of cardiac arrest folJowing an emergency appendectomy. He was 75. At his death, Rustin was co-chairman, along with Steelworkers Vice President Leon Lynch, of the laborsupported A. Philip Randolph Institute. He also was president of the institute's educational fund. In a letter to Randolph Institute President Norman Hill, AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland and Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue said ''a giant has passed from our midst.'' Rustin's life was "a commitment to peace, human dignity and social justice . . . a monument to the struggle for decency and civility,'' the federation leaders said. From his hometown area in West Chester, Pa., where he was born March 17, 1912, Rustin acquired two lifelong pursuits-his ardent dedication to Quaker pacifism and to civil rights. The latter was born when he was refused service in a restaurant in Media, Pa., where he had gone as a member of his high school football team. His strong belief in nonviolence led to his serving 28 months in prison as a conscientious objector during World War II and to his association with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with whom he helped organize the Montgomery, Ala., bus boycott in the 1950s and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. As a leader of the Congress of Racial Equality, Rustin participated in the first Freedom Ride through the South to protest segregation in 1947. He was arrested six times on the trip, and his newspaper articles about the 22 days he spent on a North Carolina chain gang led to the end of the practice in that state. Rustin is best known outside of labor for his key role in organizing the 1963 March on Washington. He assisted A. Philip Randolph, the president of the Sleeping Car Porters who was chairman of the march committee. The march by 300,000 people led to the passage of the 1964 civil rights legislation. Rustin proved a true friend of workers on and off the picket line. When garbage workers represented by the State, County and Municipal Employees struck in Memphis in 1968, Rustin raised $100,000 to help them. After King was assassinated during the strike, he organized a mass march in his honor. Still on the picket line in 1984, he was arrested after leading a peaceful demonstration in support of the pay equity strike at Yale University by Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees locals. Although Rustin's strong belief in coalition building, both national and international, led to criticism Bayard Rustin in many quarters, it brought applause from labor. In 1976, he explained to an Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers-now the Electronic Workers-convention that the problem had shifted from race to class. ''The economic and social programs that will solve the problems for all America's poor can be found in only one place, and that is in the economic and social program of the American trade union movement," Rustin said. Hi advocacy of worldwide human right led to his leadership of the Free Indian Committee after World War II, and he was arrested several times for protests at the British Embassy in Washington. In the early 1950s, he helped found the Committee for Support of South Gulf Ship Attacks Rise Air and speedboat attack against ships in the Persian Gulf have increased dramatically during the past few weeks as Iran and Iraq resumed fighting in the area. But despite attacks on dozen of ships of various flags, none of the reflagged Kuwaiti oil and gas tanker sailing with U.S. Navy escorts has been hit. In Washington there were indications that Kuwait might charter one or two laid-up U .S.-flag tanker to ail alongside its reflagged fleet. Speculation centered around the 12-year-old Maryland and New York, both 264,000 DWT ships which Marad was foreclosing on. If those ships are chartered, they would be required to crew up with U.S. seamen, 100 percent licensed and 75 percent unlicensed. The 11 reflagged ships presently carry only an American master. Amerian maritime unions and other industry groups have protested the lack of U.S. crews on the reflagged ships (see August and July LOGs). Through a loose interpretation and a loophole in U.S. law, the administration allowed Kuwait to man the U .S.-flag ships with crews of any nationality. On Capitol Hill, a bill to require that in the future all U .S.-flag ships carry a 100 percent American crew is expected to pass the Hou e. Also the Senate is on record with a re olution calling for the examination of the U.S. reftagging policy. There is little indication that Congress will force a change in the status of the I I reftagged ships. African Resistance. Later, he traveled to Thailand to draw attention to the suffering of Cambodian refugees and to Poland to meet with Lech Walesa in support of Solidarnosc. Rustin also served as chairman of the executive committee of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights and vice chairman of the International Rescue Committee. In I980 he received the AFL-CIO's highest honor, the Murray-GreenMeany Award. NMU, MEBA-1 to Merge The National Maritime Union and MEBA-District 1 have signed an agreement to merge their two seafaring unions. The agreement must be ratified by the memberships of both unions before April 1, 1988. The merger agreement calls for the integration of all assets and liabilities of the two unions and for the eventual combination of the various benefit plans, according to a story in the NMU Pilot. The NMU will merge into District No. I-Pacific Coast Division of MEBA. The new union will be called District 1-MEBA/NMU of the National Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (AFL-CIO). The union will have a licensed division and an unlicensed division. Both divisions will be respon ible for their own collective bargaining agreements, hiring practices and other business. About a year ago the NMU and the SIU held talks about a possible merger of the two unlicensed unions, but no agreement could be reached. SIU President Frank Drozak (left) made America's trade problems the main topic of discussion at a recent White House meeting with Vice President George Bush (center). Also attending the meeting was former U.S. Lines owner John McMullen, currently the owner of the Houston Astros baseball team and chief executive officer of McMullen Industries. September 1987 I LOG I 3 �Full Text of Drozak-Gralewicz Letter Reagan and Mulroney Urged to Protect Maritime Policy August 27, 1987 President Ronald W. Reagan The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear Mr. President. We are writing to you and Prime Minister Mulroney to express our deep concern over the maritime aspects of the current negotiations directed toward the establishment of a U.S.Canada Free Trade Agreement. As you are aware, the high level of trade between our two nations is one of the strongest bonds in our long history of close and friendly relations. Yet, efforts by negotiators on both sides serve to weaken that bond by undermining current and future maritime policy in both countries. From our perspective, the complex nature of the maritime industry in both its international and domestic components and their relationship to the security of both nations is neither understood not fully appreciated by those charged with negotiating the agreement. Those with the proper expertise to gauge the implications of altering existing policy are unfortunately removed from the process. Currently, the national security implications of existing maritime policy on the U.S. side is being examined by the Commission on the Merchant Marine and Defense which, under legislative mandate, will offer policy recommendations designed to enhance the U.S.-flag fleet's ability to fulfill its national security obligations. The General Accounting Office is also undertaking a similar study. Those efforts may be in vain if, in the rush to finalize a Free Trade Agreement, both nations' maritime programs are needlessly placed in jeopardy without apparent benefit to either. Also, there is a dangerous lack of consultation with the legislative branches of both governments regarding the nature of maritime provisions, and in the case of Canada, insufficient sampling of industry views. At this time several congressional committees are developing maritime initiatives which would be compromised by an indiscriminate intermingling of U.S. and Canadian maritime policies. Such government action may serve in the minds of many to substitute for the adoption of comprehensive maritime policy initiatives needed to improve the merchant fleet of each country. In the process, the security of both nations will be undermined. Supporters of the U.S. merchant marine have been encouraged by the sober realism expressed in the first ever Presidential Report on National Security released in January 1987. Among the report's critical observations about the national security importance of a viable merchant marine was: "the continuing decline of the U.S. merchant marine and U.S.-flag commercial shipping assets is a matter of concern. This problem is compounded by the decline of the U.S. flag fleet which results in a reduction of the seagoing workforce to man all our U .S.-flag vessels as well as ships of the Ready Reserve Force, the National Defense Reserve Fleet and any effective U.S. controlled ships which might need recrewing. The lack of merchant mariners in the near term could impede our ability adequately to project and sustain forces by strategic sealift. '' The critical problem described in that passage will grow more serious if U.S. and Canadian maritime policies are sacrificed in a well-intentioned but counterproductive effort to reach a Free Trade Agreement. This decline in the maritime industry's ability to serve as a national security asset is not limited to the United States. Canadian-flag operators also have been crippled by a similar lack of support by government agencies and presently are unable to meet Canada's sealift needs. Recent action to facilitate the transfer of foreign-owned vessels to United States registry is particularly disturbing to Canadian maritime interests since U.S.-ftag ships with low cost, thirdworld crews would become eligible to operate in Canada's shipping trades. Setting aside the wisdom of maintaining an American presence in the Persian Gulf, one is left with the reality that U .S.-flag vessels will no longer serve as a beneficial role model for improving international mantune standards. Recent actions have established the precedent of U.S. -registry as a vehicle for the circumvention of standards which U.S. maritime interests, in both the public and private sectors, have long and forcefully advocated. The nations of North America must have maritime policies suitable to meet the economic, industrial and national security demands which will be placed on our two countries. Suitable maritime policies will not be achieved, however, if our respective fleets are permanently handicapped by the current negotiations. The framework of a Free Trade Agreement is not the proper forum to fashion well-crafted maritime policies adequate to fulfill changing national requirements which will evolve in the future. Our respective maritime policies will be laid bare to the demands of third nations which will certainly seek similar concessions as those envisioned by the proposed agreement, and may be empowered to do so by existing treaty. Even if the United States and Canada would not be required by existing treaty to extend reciprocal privileges to our other trading partners, the dire state of international shipping will drive their governments to seek access to our respective trades. In addition, the climate for future investment will be diminished. Operators who have made substantial investments, in assets under the expectation of continuity in policy, will find their financial base seriously eroded. We believe that any free trade proposal which alters the current maritime policies of either nation is unwise, unjust and unacceptable. Therefore, we respectfully urge you to instruct your trade negotiators to remove all elements of the proposed Free Trade Agreement, which have an impact on maritime policy, from the negotiating process. Sincerely, Frank Drozak President Seafarers International Union of North America Roman Gralewicz President Seafarers International Union of Canada I. W. Abel, Former President of Steelworkers, Dies I. W. Abel, a founder of the Steelworkers and USW A president from 1965 to 1977, died of cancer .at his home. He was 78. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland called Abel ''a giant of the American labor movement, an inspiring and trustworthy leader and a generous and constructive spirit who never stopped trying to make America work a little better for all." USWA President Lynn R. Williams said Abel ''was not only a life-long and dedicated trade unionist who helped forge landmark improvements in the lot of working people, he was also a compassionate human being who strove to improve the total society in which we live." "He was a visionary who recognized, decades before the notion became fashionable, that workers, employers, and the public each have a stake in the others' wellbeing," Williams said. Born Iorwith Wilbur Abel in Magnolia, Ohio, on Aug. 11, 1908, Abel was the son of a blacksmith and clay worker. In 1925, he took a foundry 4 I LOG I September 1987 job in the American Sheet and Tin Mill Works in Canton, then moved on to other nearby steelworks. Before the Depression, Abel said in an interview, "youjust moved around pretty much at will. There were times, depending on the work, when we'd make $12 or $14 a day, hourly scale about 75 cents." But as work dwindled during the Depression, Abel took a job in a brickyard firing a kiln at 16 cents an hour. ''That miserable job helped straighten out my social thinking and pointed me in the direction I was to travel the rest of my life," he said. "The Depression taught me that a strong labor movement was necessary to protect workers and give them a measure of dignity and security." After getting a job at the Timken Roller Bearing Co., Abel joined the CIO in 1936. He became active in the Steel Workers Organizing Committee (SWOC) and helped organize Local 1123. He served in the top offices of the local and remained a dues-paying member of the local for the rest of his life. In 1937 Abel participated in the "Little Steel" strike against companies which refused to follow SWOC's pact with U.S. Steel and some 100 other steel producers. The strike climaxed with the "Memorial Day Massacre" in which 10 strikers were killed and 80 wounded when police opened fire at a rally at the Republic Steel plant in South Chicago. Philip Murray, the founder and president of SWOC and its successor, the USWA, appointed Abel as a SWOC staff representative. When the USWA was formally organized, Abel was elected director of District 27 in Ohio in 1942. After Murray's death in 1952, Abel was elected secretary-treasurer, a post he held until 1965, when he won a bitter and close contest with the incumbent, David J. McDonald. During Abel's three-term presidency, the USWA grew from 1 million members to 1.4 million. In 1973 Abel signed the historic Experimental Negotiating Agreement, covering 300,000 workers with the top 10 steel producers. The pact provided a "no strike" promise during 1974 contract talks to keep steelmakers from stockpiling foreign steel in anticipation of a strike, then laying·· off workers, as they previously had done. Abel served on the AFL-CIO Executive Council from 1965 to 1977 and as a member of the federation's Committee on Political Education, president of the AFL-CIO Industrial Union Dept., and a delegate to the International Labor Organization. One of his proudest achievements, according to Abel, was his successful push for federal protection for employee pensions. He also campaigned in Washington for federal workplace safety and health legislation. A staunch supporter of the civil rights movement, Abel was named to President Lyndon Johnson's Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders-also called the Kerner Commission-which strongly criticized civil rights progress in the wake of black community riots in 1966 and 1967. Abel is survived by his wife Martha and two daughters. His first wife, Bernice, died in 1982. �Area Vice Presidents' Report West Coast by V. P. George McCartney M ANY of our oldtimers out here were extremely pleased by the front page of last month's LOG. I am of course referring to the following headline: "World War II Seamen May Gain Vets Status." There are, no doubt, other issues which are more important to the longterm survival of the American-flag merchant marine (i.e., the failure of the present administration to implement existing cargo preference laws). Yet no other issue evokes such an emotional response as this one, and for good reason. Merchant seamen suffered the second highest casualty rate in World War II. Yet since 1977, 14 other groups have been granted veterans' status while most merchant seamen have had their petitions denied. Most seamen who served in World War II are proud of the role they played in protecting their country. Yet the veterans' benefits issue goes deeper than that. World War II defined a whole generation of Americans. It had a galvanizing effect on the maritime industry, and was the final step in a process that had been under way since the 1934 Longshoremen's Strike. Before World War II, there really was no such thing as a brotherhood of the sea. Most seamen lived in the margins of American society. They were abused at sea and at loose ends on land. They were kept in servitude by their own ignorance and the harsh conditions of their isolated, self-contained world whose parameters were defined by the crimps, the shipowners and the cold, merciless sea. Like many other labor organizations, maritime unions grew rapidly during the war. Trade unions had to walk a fine line between protecting their members' living standards and supporting the war effort. By all accounts, the unlicensed maritime unions maintained that balance. Thanks to the efforts of American seamen, the Battle of the North Atlantic-the battle to keep England supplied-was won. As John Bunker, former head of the SIU's Historical Research Department, wrote, ''No ship was held up for lack of an SIU crew.'' World War II transformed America into the richest country in the world. This enabled maritime unions like the SIU and the NMU to organize new companies and raise their members' standard of living. During the war, American maritime unions were successful in repelling attacks on their hiring halls. In addition, they were able to get the government to agree to a War Bonus Program for their members. At the start of the war, the A&G District was the runt of maritime labor. As I have reported in earlier columns, Harry Lundeberg had laid a strong foundation for the new district. Still, the A&G lagged far behind the National MaritiJlle Union and the West Coast maritime unions in terms of jobs and ships. Paul Hall was elected head of the A&G District in 1944. He understood that the maritime industry would inevitably contract after the war ended. He therefore made organizing new members his top priority. In a sense, he was in the right place at the right time. The (then) much larger NMU was just becoming embroiled in an internal dispute which would pit NMU President Joe Curran against the Communists who dominated that union's bureaucracy. The NMU referred to those divisions in a special 50th anniversary issue of the Pilot. They were not resolved until the union's 1949 convention, in a bitter, winner-take-all showdown. Murray Kempton, the dean of Americanjournalists, wrote about the problems that the NMU experienced after the war in Part of Our Time, his seminal work on Communism in America. Kempton noted that while Joe Curran and the Communists who controlled the NMU's bureaucracy were caught up in a life-or-death struggle for control of that union's soul, a ''reformed and renewed AFL Seamen's Union" was able to win numerous organizing drives, the most important by far being Isthmian. For it was the Isthmian drive which transformed the A&G District from the stepchild of maritime labor into a power on the waterfront. Now, military work accounts for 40 percent of all jobs available to SIU seamen, and the percentage is rising. While the rest of the maritime industry has declined by more than onethird since 1981, the SIU has been able to sign up 58 new vessels generating more than 700 new jobs. Commercial giants like U.S. Lines have gone out of business , and others like Sea-Land have threatened to reflag. New companies like Barber Steamship Company are the hope for our future. You see , we have to adapt to changing times. If we don't, then our middleaged members will be left without a pension, and our younger members will be forced to leave the industry. And that won't be good for anyone: the Union, the members or the country. The present administration's approach to the maritime industry just doesn't makes sense to me. It should be encouraging unions like the SIU to maintain an adequately sized pool of skilled mariners. Yet all the gains that we have made have come despite the government, not because of it. Next year's elections offer hope to American seamen, and indeed to all workers who have been shut out of the political process over the past six years. That is why we in the Gulf region have been active on a grassroots level. If we can turn out the vote, then we can protect our future. It's just that simple. requires mariners to supply their own expense money when traveling to their assigned ships, wherever that ship might be located. If the mariner has no ready cash, he or she is issued a cash advance for travel which is then deducted from the first paycheck the mariner receives after joining the ship. In order to retrieve this travel money, a travel claim must be submitted to the home port if the ship returns, or the home port must approve the claim in order for payment to be made by any other naval facility. The ship's purser is not authorized to liquidate travel claims. Why? Pursers are authorized to issue return cash settlements when a crewmember is leaving the ship and returning to home port. Under the present system, it sometimes takes months for a mariner to recover travel monies that have been expended on behalf of the agency. It is the position of the SIU that as long as mariners are required to travel to ships for the benefit of MSC, MSC should advance travel expense money, just as they do when mariners depart ships after their tour of duty. The ship's master or purser could liquidate the claim , and the mariner would not be required to wait months to collect his or her travel money. Great Lakes by V.P. Mike Sacco ! Government Services Division by V. P. Buck Mercer T Gulf Coast by V.P. Joe Sacco T HINGS have been pretty busy in the Gulf. As I reported in last month's column, we reached an agreement with Radcliff Materials. We're presently in negotiations with G&H Towing and Moran Towing. I just came back from the SIUN A Triennial Convention. It was a productive meeting. Education and political activity were stressed at the convention; in today's day and age, job security is something that can't be taken for granted. Conventions like this one are a time to take stock. It is amazing how much the maritime industry has changed since the last SIONA Convention in 1984. Back then, the Union was just getting its military program into gear. WO items affecting MSCPAC mariners are noteworthy this month and, although neither has come to pass, both have already been the basis for widespread conversation. The first item, long overdue, is the matter of retroactive money on wages of 3 1/2 percent due all non-officer marine personnel for the period April 1, 1985 through May 15, 1986. It comes to about $2.5 million. Although the MSCPAC comptroller, CDR Richard Odegaard, was recently lauded as the ''Manager of the Year" by the San Francisco Chapter of the American Society of Military Comptrollers for his accomplishments at MSCPAC over the past 16 months, payment of this retroactive roll was not one of them. This money which has been due and payable since May 1986 will finally be paid sometime this month. The second issue is that of travel expense money. Presently, MSCPAC attended the SIUNA Triennial Convention back East last month, where the delegates from 18 autonomous unions set a steady course for the next five years. A good friend of ours from Ohio, Rep. Edward Feighan, addressed the convention. He spoke out about the administration's ill-advised decision to reflag the 1 I J<.uwaiti tankers, the decline of this country's merchant marine and a recent court ruling on World War II veterans' benefits. One remark that .Feighan made stuck with me throughout the convention. He said that without the Americanflag merchant marine, the United States "wouldn't have won World War II . . . or fed ... Europe after the war ... or maintained American liberty." We need more people like him in Congress. The delegates adopted resolutions dealing with issues of importance to Great Lakes seamen. These issues included the free trade talks between the United States and Canada, which are reaching a critical stage; the inhibiting effects of a user fee passed last year, and the need for both the United States and Canada to modernize the St. Lawrence Seaway, the lifeblood of Great Lakes shipping. (Continued on Page 8.) September 1987 I LOG I 5 �When Seafarers aboard the USNS Pollux tied up at Dundalk's Marine Terminal in Baltimore last month, they saw hundreds of Army-green trucks, jeeps and other vehicles waiting dockside. The Pollux, one of the eight Fast Sealift Ships (former SL-7s) operated by the MSC, was taking part in Operation Reforger '87 which was taking some 3,900 pieces of equipment to Rotterdam to outfit 35,000 troops in this massive annual exercise. The Pollux had already picked up a partial load in Beaumont, Texas and steamed to Baltimore for the rest of her cargo. The 946-foot ship, with a top speed of 33 knots, was one of four SIU-contracted ships in the exercise. The others were the USNS Algol, USNS Capella and the M IV American Eagle. Those vessels loaded at Beaumont and Galveston, Texas. AB Jay Thomas Chief Electrician Jerry Payne and Wiper C.L. Cilverio. OMU Hughs Wood and Third Engineer Robert Egan. Capt. Robert Brownell, who came up through the foc'sle, and Bosun Gene Weaver. 6 I LOG I September 1987 A longshoreman drives one of the hundreds of Army vehicles loaded in Baltimore. The various decks in the Pollux are connected by ramps, like a floating parking garage. �USNS Pollux A truck is lifted aboard the Pollux. A longshoreman lashes down a truck which was lifted aboard the Pollux. While most vehicles are loaded via a roll-on-roll-off ramp, some are stored on deck in sea sheds. Bosun Gene Weaver (center) poses with part of his deck crew, ABs Brian Ballard (left) and Jay Thomas. MPs and Coast Guard Shore Patrolmen kept unauthorized visitors from near the loading operations. AB Brian Ballard The Pollux's steward department includes Chief Steward Marvin St. George, Chief Cook Ike John, Third Cook Howard Ward, GSU Ralph Palmer, and BR April Martin. September 1987 I LOG I 7 �In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key government officials instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. Cong. Liz Patterson Cong. David Price C E ONGRESSWOMAN Elizabeth J. "Liz" Patterson (D-S.C.) represents the fourth district of South Carolina. Greenville County, the nucleus of the fourth district, is the most populous and industrialized county in the state and a showpiece of the New South. The city of Greenville developed as a center of the textile industry after the Civil War, and its still bustles with mills, clothing manufacturers and textile machinery producers. Patterson's election in 1986 was the South Carolina Democratic Party's biggest success of the year, regaining a seat held by a Republican for the last eight years. Born into a political family (Patterson's father, Olin D. Johnston, was a U.S. senator and governor), she served on the Spartanburg County Council in 1975 and 1976. A 1961 graduate of Columbia College with a bachelor's degree in English, Patterson later attended graduate school at the University of South Carolina in Columbia. Prior to her election to the House of Representatives, the congresswoman served seven years in the South Carolina State Senate where she was active in tightening up the state's criminal code and broadening Cong. Liz Patterson child protection laws. She served on the Education, Finance, Medical Affairs and Rules committees. She was also chairman of the Governor's Task Force on Hunger and Nutrition, and the Task Force on Prescription Drug Abuse. As a freshman representative, Patterson is a member of the Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs Committee and the Veterans' Affairs Committee. She has also been appointed to the Select Committee on Hunger. Outside the political arena, Cong. Patterson has worked for the Peace Corps in its public affairs division, for VISTA, and as Head Start coordinator of the South Carolina Office of Economic Opportunity. e e re (Continued from Page 5.) Thanks to some increased grain shipments, shipping has been up this year. And so has dredging. Aside from one provision authorizing a harbor maintenance tax, last year's Port Development Act has been beneficial to the industry up here. We expect a sharp increase in the number of dredging projects. A recurring theme throughout the convention was the anti-labor, antimaritime attitude of the present administration. Years ago, when the National Labor Relations Board was less ideologically conservative, it was much easier to protect the rights of our members. Still, we haven't done badly up here on the Great Lakes. We've been able to reach contracts with the following companies: Dunbar and Sullivan, Falcon Marine, Great Lakes Dredging and Dock, Great Lakes Towing, Johnson Brothers, Luedtke Engineering, Zenith Dredging, and B&B Dredging, to mention just a few. And no matter how much things change, getting a good contract is still the most important thing a union can do. 8 I LOG I September 1987 East Coast By V.P. Leon Hall L AST month's LOG contained a supplement on the 20th anniversary of the Seafarers Harry Lunde berg School of Seamanship. As someone who has seen the school grow from a deserted Navy base into a leading center for maritime training and vocational education, the pictures and story evoked a special feeling. Much of this Union's history is tied up in that school. People I knew and worked with-members, officials, educators and staffmember --dedicated their lives so that it could be a success. Some of those people are still sailing. Others are dead or retired. But they all had one thing in common; they all contributed in making SHLSS the vi- LECTED to the 1OOth Congress on Nov. 4, 1986, David E. Price (D-N .C.) represents the fourth district of North Carolina, an area in which universities are the major sources of jobs as well as the cultural centers of the state. Price attended Mars Hill Jr. College and subsequently received a Morehead Scholarship to the University of North Carolina, where he earned his BA in math and history in 1961. He received both a Bachelor of Divinity degree and a Ph.D. in political science from Yale University, where he taught until accepting a professorship of political science and public policy at Duke University in 1973. Price's political career has included service as chairman of the North Carolina Democratic Party from 1983-84 and as executive director from 197980. In 1981-82 he served as staff director for the Commission on Presidential Nomination (Hunt Commission) for the Democratic National Committee. He was a delegate to the 1984 Democratic National Convention where he served on the Rules Committee, and he remains a member of the Democratic National Committee. He previously worked in Congress, from 1963-67 as a legislative aide to the late Senator E.L. Bartlett (DAlaska). As a freshman representative, the congressman currently serves on three committees: the Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Science, Space and Technology, and the Committee on Small Business. The author of numerous articles and of three books (Bringing Back the Parties, The Commerce Committees, and Who Makes the Laws?), Cong. Price has strong views on arms control. He stated that each of the previous four administrations has been aware that it is in our country's interest to abide by existing arms control treaties. He was a cosponsor of Rep. Schroeder and Gephardt's Mutual Nuclear Warhead Testing Moratorium which gives the White House 90 days to begin negotiations of a comprehensive test ban in Geneva and then denies funding for further American tests in excess of I kiloton (providing the Soviet Union observes an identical moratorium), and he voted for Rep. Dicks' amendment to the Defense Authorization Bill which prohibits the use of 1988 funds for deployment of maintenance of any weapon that violates the numerical sublimits set by the SALT II Treaty, unless the president certifies that the Soviet Union has exceeded these sublimits. able institution that it is today. While the SHLSS is part of this Union'_s past, it is most definitely a key to its future. In the rapidly changing world of the. maritime industry, training and education are becoming ever more important. In blunt terms, new members who fail to upgrade their skills can no longer count on remaining employed. Today's trainees will never know the suffering and deprivation that earlier generations of seamen had to experience. But in one respect, today's maritime industry is even harsher and more unforgiving than ever before. Competition for jobs is becoming increasingly more difficult, and any union official who tells you differently is lying. Any union that fails to invest a large part of its time and enegy into educating and training its membership is just not doing its job properly. And what is tru~ for the maritime industry is true for the country as a whole. Any plan to make America more competitive is doomed to failure unless it sets concrete goals for education and training. Unbelievably, President Reagan has submitted to Congress a budget that slashes aid to education. Secretary of Education William Bennett may have gone to college, but the country as a whole would have better off if he had gone to sea. Bennett would then understand the importance of education. Cong. David Price �If ~~~:r~t~==~===::.:r:~=~~~::::::::::~:.::~:::.w:::~-:.~1%w.:;.~~~:E:~-r::::t:t.~. ~~ ... ... : tug/tow I 1ha ge/dre ge ~: L, . . . ·we.~ ,·.,~;·;1 e ·.:·.c;. . '· ••.••-m;;,.;;..,,•• ··'"'""""°·"; In Wilmington, SIU Boatmen Man the Forts In Wilmington, N.C., SIU Inland members crew the tugs of Cape Fear Towing in that busy port city. Pictured above are the crews of the tugs. In Memoriam Andrew Carcich, 88, died July 7. Born in Yugoslavia and a resident of Astoria, Queens, N. Y., Brother Carcich joined the Union in 1963. He sailed in the deck department as a mate. He began sailing in 1939 for the Erie Lackawanna Railroad. Seafarer Carcich is survived by his wife, Mary. Burial was at St. Raymond's Cemetery in the Bronx, N.Y. William Patrick O'Donoghue, 71, died June 22 following a heart attack. Born in Kentucky and a resident of Hardinsburg, Ky., Brother O'Donoghue joined the Union in 1969. He sailed as a first mate for Orgulf Towing. Burial was at St. Romuald Cemetery in Hardinsburg. New Pensioners The following Inland members have retired on pension: Houston Lloyd G. Armantrout Jesse C. Moore Elias Romero New Orleans Silvain Boudoin Joseph L. Ledet Philadelphia Charles V. Bedell Thomas H. Maronski The Fort Fisher is one of the company's tugboats, all named for forts. Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 1-31, 1987 Port New York ................ ... .... . . Philadelphia ...................... . Baltimore ........................ . Norfolk ..... .... ............... . . Mobile .......................... . New Orleans ...................... . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco ..................... . Wilmington . ................ .... .. . Seattle .......................... . Puerto Rico ...................... . Houston ..... .................... . Algonac .................... ..... . St. Louis ........................ . Piney Point ....................... . Totals ....................... ... . Port New York ........... ........... .. . Philadelphia ...................... . Baltimore ................. ...... . . Norfolk ............. .... ........ . Mobile .......................... . New Orleans ...................... . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,. . . . Wilmington ....................... . Seattle .......................... . Puerto Rico ...................... . Houston ......................... . Algonac ......................... . St. Louis ........................ . Piney Point ....................... . Totals .......................... . Port New York ........................ . Philadelphia ...................... . Baltimore ........................ . Norfolk ......................... . Mobile .......................... . New Orleans ...................... . Jacksonville ...................... . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington ....................... . Seattle .. .. ...................... . Puerto Rico ...................... . Houston ......................... . Algonac ......................... . St. Louis ........................ . Piney Point ....................... . Totals ....................... . .. . Totals All Departments ... . ....... .... . *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 7 6 35 1 1 4 0 1 0 0 0 10 1 0 66 0 0 0 14 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 3 1 2 0 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 29 0 0 4 0 2 0 42 0 3 6 53 0 0 1 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 21 0 39 0 62 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 0 0 94 2 1 0 53 0 3 0 67 3 2 2 0 4 4 40 1 1 3 0 11 0 0 3 10 1 0 78 0 0 0 0 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 9 0 0 7 4 4 0 39 7 0 1 0 0 4 0 15 0 27 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 13 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 0 23 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 4 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 18 0 0 0 0 1 7 0 0 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 10 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 28 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 1 0 10 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 17 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 6 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 106 45 47 0 1 0 12 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 1 0 0 1 0 10 5 122 71 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 15 17 2 69 121 65 29 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. September 1987 I LOG I 9 �USNS Mercy Master Honored by Bob Borden, PAO, MSCPAC Capt. Richard B. Hosey was recently honored for his achievements with the Military Sealift Command in ceremonies aboard the USNS Mercy where he's currently serving as master. Capt. William T. Dannheim, CQMSCPAC, presented the veteran master with a' 'Certificate of Achievement for Sustained Superior Performance,'' along with a $5,000 check. ''You have displayed extraordinary competence, inspirational leadership, impeccable judgment and the highest sense of personal honor and integrity throughout your career with the Military Sealift Command,'' said Commodore Dannheim in presenting the award to Capt. Hosey. ''Your efforts as a master and as a senior manager ashore have resulted in highly significant improvements in the ability of this command to meet its strategic mission." During a career which spans 35 years with MSCPAC, Capt. Hosey has served as master on 21 different ships. He also served ashore for five years at MSCPAC headquarters as port captain and assistant chief of staff for fleet operations. "Captain Hosey's tour on the Mercy is certainly one of the high points in a distinguished career," said Commodore Dannheim. "The humanitarian cruise to the Philippines and the Southwest Pacific was an extremely high visibility assignment and was carried out in a manner which reflected credit upon the command. Capt. Hosey was the right choice for an exceedingly challenging assignment.'' During the Mercy's cruise, the ship made stops at seven Philippine port cities and three island republics in the Southwest Pacific. In addition to providing medical assistance to over 62,000 persons, the ship routinely hosted senior defense and state department officials, as well as various foreign dignitaries. In brief remarks, Capt. Hosey recounted his cruise aboard the USNS Mercy. "No master can take on the responsibility associated with a ship such as the Mercy,'' said Hosey, "without a fine crew, and I was lucky enough to get good help. You need good people for these types of assignments and we had them on the Mercy." A resident of the Bay Area, Capt. Hosey took a we11-deserved vacation in mid-August. He'll rejoin the ship in late September and remain as master of the vessel through the end of a postshakedown availability which commences in January 1988. American Cormorant Chartered American Automar, Inc. of Washington, D.C., was awarded a firm fixedprice contract for the time charter of the M/V American Cormorant, a U.S.- flag semi-submersible heavy equipment lift vessel. The contract period is for 17 months with two additional 17-month options. Delivery is projected to be between Nov. 25 1987 and Jan. 25, 1988. The M/V American Cormorant will function as a part of the United States Navy's Afloat Prepositioning Force. As such, the Cormorant will be used for prepositioning, transportation and safe stowage of essential war materials that will be used by U.S. forces deployed to forward sites in a contingency. ----A Thoughtful Gift--- At the SIUNA Convention, SIU Vice President Roy "Buck" Mercer (right) presents President Frank Drozak with a portrait painting of him by Leonardo Salcedo. Salcedo, a retired MSTU/SIU member, resides in the Olongapo, Philippine Island area. 10 I LOG I September 1987 Capt. Richard B. Hosey, left, is presented with a "Certificate of Achievement for Sustained Superior Performance" by Capt. William T. Dannheim. Capt. Don Smith, Dead at 54 Capt. Don Smith, an 18-year veteran of MSCPAC, suffered a heart attack Aug. 11 in San Diego aboard the USNS Navajo and died just before he was to turn the ship back over to the ship's permanent master, Capt. Phil Rosten. Capt. Smith was 54. A native of Richmond, Calif., and a 1953 graduate of the California Maritime Academy, Sm~th served two years on active duty with the Navy and received an honorable discharge as a lieutenant (junior grade) in 1955. He sailed commercially for four years, then joined MSTSPAC in 1959. Smith remained with the organization until 1968, sailing mainly on troop ships. He left the command that year to pend the next decade working in the offshore drilling industry, including a tint as first mate and ma ter of the Howard Hughes ship , Glomar Explorer. Smith returned to MSCPAC in 1978 as a first mate and was sailing as master a year later aboard the USNS Ute. Over the- past several years , Capt. Smith served as master of seven MSCPAC vessels. He was skipper of the first MSCPAC TAGOS ship, the USNS Contender, and was master aboard the USNS Indomitable (T-AGOS 7) in July 1986 when the vessel rescued six shipwrecked sailors in the Pacific Ocean. When MSCPAC was given administrative control of the USNS Point Loma last September, Capt. Smith served as the ship's new master until his temporary assignment aboard the USNS Navajo. ''Those of you who served with Capt. Smith," said Capt. W. T. Dannheim in an Aug. 12 message to all MSCP AC ships, ''know that he was an outstanding mariner who will be sorely missed, personally and professionally, by the command.'' Capt. Smith is survived by his wife, Eloise, a resident of Honolulu, Hawaii. USNS Comfort Dedicated in San Diego The second Navy hospital ship, the USNS Comfort (T-AH 20), was dedicated Aug. 15 at National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) in San Diego, Calif. The primary mission of the USNS Comfort, a converted 90,000 DWT tanker, will be to provide full medical upport to the Defense Department's Rapid Deployment Joint Task Force. It will be part of Military Sealift Command' Strategic Sealift Force. As a secondary mi sion, the 894-foot Comfort will provide full hospital service to other government agencies involved in disaster relief. The Comfort will be manned and operated by MSC civilian mariners. The ship will also have a Naval medical contingent on board. The Comfort will be homeported in Baltimore, Md. �USNS SPICA'S Special Delivery The USNS Spica, an MSCPAC logistics ship deployed in the Western Pacific, delivered about 300 tons of materials to rebuild shattered communities on four Micronesian Islands which were declared a disaster area earlier this year by President Reagan. The Spica delivered plywood, concrete mix , prefabricated boards and nails to Fals, Fallalop, Fassaral and Mogmog, smashed by a tropical storm in January. Safety and Health Training After Reagan's declaration, funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency bought the goods. With Helicopter Detachment 5 from Guam, the Spica carried them to the islands located 350 miles southwest of Guam. Because there are not deep water ports around the islands, two CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters made 200 ship-toshore airlifts. The islands are part of the state of Yap, one of the four federated states of Micronesia. If you don't lift and load the right way-and if you fail to adhere to basic safety precautions in a warehouse-you're likely to become a job injury statistic. To make sure that doesn't happen at MSCPAC, Safety Specialist Alvin Humphrey, right, recently conducted 16 hours of occupational safety and health training to command warehouse employees. Topics included in the course were hazardous material handling, back injury prevention, and sight and hearing conservation. Proudly displaying their certificates of training are (I. to r.) D. Almonte, Herb Barker, Tony Gonzales, Bob Lopez, A. Vasquez, Dave Camacho and Tony Garcia. Procedure Change at MSCPAC MSCPAC Commander, Capt. William T. Dannheim, left, congratulates AB Robert Snyder on his retirement after 43 years of combined government service. Snyder received a plaque from the secretary of the Navy in ceremonies held recently at MSC PAC headquarters in Oakland, Calif. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS A change in procedure for marine employees who are awaiting shipboard assignment at MSCPAC will require that mariners in the MSCPAC Marine Placement and Receiving Branch (POOL) avail themselves at NSC, Building #310 for eight hours each day from 0800-1200, 1230-1630 Monday through Friday. For the past 25 years, mariners who were assigned to the POOL were allowed to leave a little early in order to beat the traffic. Also, it gave members of the MSCPAC staff an opportunity to get out on time, which is KNOW YOUR RIGHTS SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively hy the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail. return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know you; contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU While ths change will ensure an eight-hour day for mariners, it will also require an MSCPAC staff employee to remain on duty to check the mariners out. The SIU will meet with MSCPAC management on this change and keep the membership informed on the outcome. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All memhers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or ohligation by any methods such a · dealing with charges. trials, etc., as well as all other details. then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Member5 of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval hy a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. generally 1600 hours. All of a sudden, some MSCPAC efficiency expert has convinced the "Powers That Be" to extend quitting time for mariners who are idling their time away. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and a members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race. creed. color. sex and national or geographic origin. If any memher feels that he i'i denied the equal rights to wh.ich he is entitled. he should notify Union headquarters. 11111111111111n1111111n1111111111111111n11111111111111111111111111111111un1111111111111111111111111111111 patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights pr-0perly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union. officer or memher. It has al. o refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September. 1960. meetings in all constitutional port . The responsihility for Log policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate. from among its ranks. one individual to carry out this respon ibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unle s an official Union receipt is given for ame. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt. or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt. but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment. this should immediately he reported to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD i a separate segregated fund. Its proceed are u ed to further its object and purposes including. but not limited to, furthering the political. social and economic interests of maritime workers. the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD support and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force. job discrimination, financial repri al. or threat of such conduct. or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the ahove improper conduct. notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD hy certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests. and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infonnation, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The ad~ is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp_Springs, Md. 20746. September 1987 I LOG I 11 �Dliaest of Ships Meetlinas ADONIS (Apex Marine), August 29Chairman B.G. Williams, Secretary Tobe Dansley Jr., Educational Director E. Figueroa. Everything is running smoothly with no beefs or disputed OT reported. The chairman expressed his thanks on behalf of the crew to President Drozak and all the vice presidents for "hanging tough on the new contract talks" and "for saving our few jobs that we do have left in the engine room. " He also encouraged all eligible members to attend upgrading courses at Piney Point. The secretary echoed his feelings, stating that he was glad to see President Drozak fighting the reflagging of the Kuwaiti tankers because "before you know it, we as American seamen won't have any ships left to man." He also stressed the importance of contributing to SPAD. The steward department was given a vote of thanks for a job well done. Next port: Texas City, Texas. ARCHON (Apex Marine), August 16Chairman A. Campbell, Secretary E. Vieira, Steward Delegate Henry Armstrong Jr. No beefs or disputed OT reported. The chairman noted that a telex was received last trip from headquarters informing the Archon that negotiations on the new contract were still under way. The vessel is expected to arrive in port for a payoff within three days if all goes well. A recommendation was made that all persons eating in the crew messhall who are not crewmembers be seated at a separate table in order to make sure there is available seating for crewmembers when they wish to eat. LAWRENCE H. GIANNELLA (Ocean Ships), August 22-Chairman A. Caulder, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Deck Delegate D. A. Clement, Engine Delegate Robert H. Caldwell, Steward Delegate Leon Butler. Some disputed OT was reported in the steward department. A letter was received from headquarters concerning 60-day reliefs. There is also a question as to why relief officers are received foreign but not crew. Next port: Eagle Point, N.J. PFC EUGENE A. OBREGON (V-14/ TC) (Waterman SS Corp./MSC), August ?-Chairman Bill Kratsas, Secretary Lee De Parlier, Educational Director Ronnie Harian. No disputed OT reported. All beefs will be taken up with the boarding patrolman. Charles Clausen, Union rep from Piney Point, held a special ship's meeting relating to OJT credit for UNREP experience as well as the adjustment of transportation time. Brother Clausen also talked about the SMU, and the crew response was favorable. The membership seemed pleased with his representation. The educational director noted that films have been shown covering CPR, UNREP and other MSC activities. He does, in addition, request tapes of the monthly headquarters meetings which could be shared by a number of ships. One suggestion made was that headquarters review the onboard training for accreditation for UNREP endorsement. The vessel has had four UNREPs, and crewmembers feel they are fully qualified for endorsement and suggest the Union train members who have not been exposed to UNREP. The crew also has had more than 200 helicopter operations with "well done" by the Navy. "It shows that hands-on experience works." A collection was taken up for flowers for New Orleans Port Captain Traylor's wife's funeral. They were dispatched with condolences. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Las Palmas, Canary Islands. ROBERT E. LEE (Watennan SS Corp.), August 4-Chairman John W. Kelsoe, Secretary B. Guarino, Educational Director R. Griffin, Deck Delegate Michael Stephen Pell, Engine Delegate C.M. King Jr., Steward Delegate Ramon Jackson. No beefs or disputed OT. One man was taken off ship in Singapore. His replacement is expected to board the vessel in the Suez Canal. The bosun suggested that everyone read the LOG to keep up-to-date on the state of the Union and of the maritime industry. He also stressed the importance of SPAD donations. A suggestion was made that a new rule be established requiring SIU members to test for AIDS when taking their yearly physical exams. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. One minute Port Date Piney Point .............. Monday, October 5 ...... . . . . ... ...... 10:30 New York ............... Tuesday, October 6 ................. . . 10:30 Philadelphia .............. Wednesday, Oct<?ber 7 ....... .... ..... I0:30 Baltimore ................ Thursday. October 8 .................. 10:30 Norfolk ................. Thursday. October 8 ........... . ...... 10:30 Jacksonville .............. Thursday, October 8 . .. ............... 10:30 Algonac ................. Friday, October 9 .................... 10:30 Houston ................. Tuesday, October 13 .................. I0:30 New Orleans ............. Tuesday, October 13 .................. 10:30 Mobile .................. Wednesday, October 14 ............... 10:30 San Francisco ............ Thursday, October 15 ................. 10:30 Wilmington .............. Monday, October 19 .................. 10:30 Seattle .................. Friday, October 23 ................... 10:30 San Juan ................ Thursday. October 8 .................. 10:30 St. Louis ................ Friday, October 16 ................... 10:30 Honolulu ................ Thursday, October 15 .. ............... 10:30 Duluth .................. Wednesday, October 14 ............... 10:30 Jersey City ............... Wednesday, October 21 ............... 10:30 New Bedford ............. Tuesday, October 20 .................. 10:30 of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next ports: New York and Norfolk, Va. SAM HOUSTON (Waterman SS Corp.), August 9-Chairman H. Leake, Secretary G.T. Aquino, Educational Director P. Walker. No beefs or disputed OT. The ship's fund was used to purchase a new VCR for the crew's use to tape movies. The bosun read all communications received from headquarters. He also stressed the need for more seafarers to upgrade their skills so that the Union can always have qualified men and women to fill available shipboard jobs. The steward talked about the upcoming national election and stressed the need to try and elect candidates who are for a strong maritime policy. He said to get out and work to support your candidates. "Collectively we are a strong force and should be recognized and treated as such." The steward thanked the crew for helping keep the messroom and pantry clean and wished everyone a good trip and safe voyage. The crew, in turn, gave a unanimous vote of thanks to the steward and his department for a job well done, especially the fine menus. One minute of silence was stood in memory of our departed brothers and STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Management), August 15--Chairman W. Cronan, Secretary l.R. Fletcher, Educational Director M. Cole, Deck Delegate Lewis Madara, Engine Delegate Michael J. Coyle. No disputed OT. The chairman noted that it has been a very smooth voyage. Payoff will take place Aug . 17 in Norfolk, Va. At that time the question of pay for four crewmembers in lieu of time off will be referred to the patrolman. Everyone was asked to participate in the political activities of the Union and also to take advantage of the upgrading opportunities at Piney Point. The toasters will be repaired while in port, and the VCR will be replaced at that time as well. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Norfolk, Va. Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: OVERSEAS BOSTON PHILADELPHIA SEA-LAND LEADER SEA-LAND PRODUCER SPIRIT OF TEXAS The Manulani (Matson) in the port of Honolulu. 12 I LOG I September 1987 a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a. m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. sisters. Next ports: Alexandria, Egypt and Newport News, Va. Sailing into Honolulu The SIU-contracted T -AGOS vessel USNS Assertive was recently photographed in the Honolulu shipyard. Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters The Charles L. Brown ties up at the pier in Honolulu. �SIUNA Looks to Future with Hope and New Programs Drozak Proposes New Structure To Meet Challenges of 1990s fb:·.,: : : : :, -: SIUNA President Frank Drozak opened the convention with a call for "a new effort" to meet the challenges of the 1990s and beyond. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland 'There Will Always Be a Need For a Strong Labor Moveinent' After thanking the SIU for its strong support and outlining recent AFL-CIO victories involving the air traffic controllers and Coors Beer. Lane Kirkland launched into a spirited defense of the labor movement and the American-flag merchant marine. Kirkland summed up the entire tone of the convention when he addressed the administration's decision to reflag 11 Kuwaiti tankers. ··we are not just reflagging ships in the Persian Gulf," he said, .. we are reflagging the American economy.'' At the close of his speech, Kirkland presented SIUNA President Frank Drozak with a replica of a bust of George Meany. The original bust had been commissioned for the recentlyopened archives at the George Meany Center in Silver Spring, Md. Following are excerpts from Kirkland's address to the convention: .. What labor's detractors never seem to understand is that there will always be a need for unions to give a voice to workers' aspirations and to defend and advance their standard of living. 'The shortage of good jobs, the rise of unfair foreign competition, the illconceived rush to deregulation, the deterioration of our infrastructure, and the emergence of a predatory class of corporate raiders who leave their victims debt-ridden shells of their former selves-all of these forces today threaten the American standard of living. "In the 1986 elections, which changed control of the U.S. Senate, we served notice that union votes and volunteers are still a force to be reckoned with. ••In this session of Congress, labor has done a lot to protect the rights of workers, but our most important legislative success has come on the issue of trade, where we not only got a bill with teeth in it through the House, but we also won provisions in the Senate on plant-closings. 'The trade deficit is just one more piece of evidence in the indictment against the current administration's mismanagement of the federal government ... Having taken on a staggering load of debt, the executive branch has no plan except to sell off the family silver and cut back on services to the people. "We are not just reflagging ships in the Persian Gulf, we are reflagging the American economy. It is a sad day (Continued on Page 14.) Piney Point, Md. . . . Faced with a growing crisis in America's maritime and industrial sectors, delegates to the 1987 Triennial Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America took steps that will lead to the restructuring of the 49-year-old trade union to meet the challenges of today's economic realities. Acting on the unanimous recommendation of the SIUN A Executive Board, the delegates voted to form a special committee which would examine the international' s present structure with the specific goal of streamlining operations, reducing costs and maintaining the international' s unblemished record of protecting the job security of its members. In discussing the proposed restructuring, SIUN A President Frank Drozak noted the many changes that have engulfed the American economy and the world marketplace, and the "remarkable ability" of "the SIUNA specifically, and much of the labor movement generally . . . to adapt as the circumstances warrant.'' The special committee is scheduled to present its findings before Aug. 31, 1988, after which time a special convention will be called to vote on its recommendations. The special committee will be chaired by SIUN A President Frank Drozak and will include Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio and the following SIUNA vice presidents: Henry "Whitey,., Disley, Paul Dempster, Nicanor Rios, George Beltz, Jack Tarantino, Gilbert Gauthier, Roman Gralewicz, Mike Sacco, Mark Coles and Roy "Buck" Mercer. The 300 delegates who attended the convention represented 80,000 workers from 18 affiliated unions. They met to assess the developments that have occurred since the last convention, and to come up with a five-year program to promote the job security of their members. The delegates expressed confidence in the strong leadership provided by SIUNA President Frank Drozak and Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio by re-electing them by acclamation. It was Drozak' s second full term and DiGiorgio's sixth. Re-elected unanimously to the SIUNA Executive Board were Vice Presidents Robert Abata, George Beltz, Jack Caffey, Mark Coles, Paul Dempster, Henry "Whitey" Disley, Steve Edney, John Fay, Gilbert Gauthier, Roman Gralewicz, Conrado Hernandez, Roy "Buck" Mercer, George McCartney, Nicanor Rios, Michael Sacco and Jack Tarantino. Also elected at the convention were two new vice presidents, Augie Tellez and Don Anderson. Reftagging the U.S. Speaking on the third and final day of the convention, AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland summed up the mood of the delegates when he castigated the administration's decision to re flag 11 Kuwaiti tankers. "The administration is not just reflagging ships in the Persian Gulf," said Kirkland, "it is reflagging the American economy.'' The delegates acted on 60 resolutions covering a wide range of issues, including three which are currently the focus of the SIUNA's legislative efforts: the reflagging of the 11 Kuwaiti tankers; the ongoing free trade discussions between the United States and Canada, and this nation's growing trade deficit. Repeated references were made to the conservative, anti-labor mood that has dominated this country over the past three years and the threats that have arisen to the viability of maritime and other basic American industries. Drozak stressed in his keynote address that 1988 will be an election year and that organized labor could make a comeback if union members made a special effort to become politically involved. Many of the guest speakers who addressed the convention noted that the political climate in this country was already changing, and that the time was ripe for labor and maritime to play an important role in setting this nation's social and economic agenda. SMU Reports Progress Representatives from the newlyformed Seafarers Maritime Union sent delegates to the convention. Reporting on the progress of the new affiliate, Jerry Joseph said that SMU gives licensed and unlicensed seamen a chance to protect their job security. ''The new union is a joint effort between District 2-MEBA and the SIUAGLIWD. It now represents seamen on five vessels . . . and expects to grow considerably." The report submitted by Joseph was accepted by a near-unanimous vote of the convention, with only delegates from the Sailors Union of the Pacific dissenting. New Film Previewed AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland deplored the reflagging of Kuwait ships, and the rise of unfair foreign competition. One of the high points of the convention occurred at the end of the second day, when the delegates saw the premiere of a new film. (Continued on Page 14.) September 1987ILOGI13 �Drozak Accepts Meany Meinorial Bendey Points Out "30 Years of AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland presented SI UN A President Frank Drozak with a bust of George Meany. The original was created by Bob Burke, who is one of this nation's most eminent sculptors. The work wa commissioned by the AFL-CIO to commemorate the opening of the George Meany Archives, which opened recently at the AFLCIO 's Labor Study Center in Silver Spring, Md. Tl's Henry Says: Government Is Missing Partner In introducing James Henry to the delegates, SIUNA President Frank Drozak said that Henry and the organization he heads, the Transportation Institute, were living proof ''that when it comes to promoting the maritime industry, management and labor can put aside their differences." base . . . We need to en ure skilled manpower for the next century. Brol~en Delegates to the SIUNA Convention gave Helen Bentley (R-Md.) a standing ovation when she entered the hall. They were aware of her long support of the maritime industry. As a reporter on The Baltimore Sun, she was one of the country's leading maritime journalists. Named Federal Maritime Commissioner during the Nixon administration, she fought for enactment of promotional programs which led directly to the construction of nearly 100 American-flag vessels. She looks on her tour of duty in the Nixon administration with pride, e pecially since it was ' 'the only administration since the end of World War II to do anything constructive for the American-flag merchant marine." A Republican, Bentley was elected to the House of Representatives from a heavily Democratic district in Baltimore on the strength of her wellknown commitment to the maritime industry. She has achieved a solid record of accomplishments during her first four years in Congress, especially in the area of cargo preference and fair trade. Earlier this year, she was singled out by The Baltimore Sun for her tireless efforts on behalf of the port of Baltimore. Following are excerpts from her remarks to the convention: ''It felt good to walk into this room and see these signs calling for fair trade and renewal of the maritime industry. They represent a lot of what I've been fighting for these past two- Pronllses" and-a-half years in Congress and before. "I've been here a long time ... Thirty-seven years ago when I started to cover congressional hearings in D. C., the story was the same: the lament of the decline of the American-flag merchant marine. "When I was elected to Congress in 1984, I was not surprised to hear the same refrain . . . ''We need a national maritime policy" ... "Maritime is facing the worst depression of the post war era. There's been 30 years of broken promises by five administrations. Only one did something, and that was the administration in which I served, the Nixon administration. It did not give us cargo, but it gave us ships. It was the only one since World War II to take us seriously. "We've had 11 new tankers added to the U.S. flag, but that's not good. The U.S. has become a flag of convenience. ''Cargo is at the heart of our maritime program. I've led the fight on cargo preference laws. I thought that we should get some cargoes due to us by law. "I've studied the cargo preference violations. The most disturbing thing is the attitude of certain bureaucrats. I am astonished by their indifference. Their animosity toward the maritime industry . . . is so entrenched as to be almost institutional in nature. "I've often said that we need a U.S. desk at the State Department.'' Thanking Henry for the work he has done on behalf of the industry, and congratulating him on his recent appointment as president of the Transportation Institute, Drozak stressed that the future of the maritime industry would be decided in the halls of Congress and in the offices of the federal agencies. Following are excerpts from Henry's address to the convention: Management, labor and government: we need all three. Lose one element and an industry's health declines. In maritime, one element is missing: government. Contrary to popular belief, the administration ha a maritime program-it is to put maritime completely out of business and put American seamen on the beach. We need to look to the future. We in maritime need to call the shots ... on this nation's maritime policy. There are answers to our shrinking maritime Rep. Helen Bentley told delegates that "Maritime is facing the worst depression in more than 30 years." At left is SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio, and at right is Legislative Director Frank Pecquex. SIUNA Looks to the Future James L. Henry U.S. Needs Strong Labor Movelllent (Continued from Page 13.) indeed when the Stars and Stripe has become a flag of convenience. "It is not as if there are no American ships or seamen to do the job. More than 40 tankers in our own fleet are available to transport oil from Kuwait-and their crews are the best trained mariners in the world becau e many of them would have come from the Harry Lundeberg School. 'The administration has pent billions of dollars on exotic weaponry, but they are leaving us without the ships to carry men and guns and tanks to the trouble spots of the real world. "The U.S. has lost more than 160 14 I LOG I September 1987 ships ince President Reagan as urned office ... The Soviet fleet' 7 ,000 ves els rank second to Liberia. But unlike Liberia, many of tho e Soviet ships can easily be converted to military u e. ''As the election year of 1988 approache , we have a golden opportunity to help bring about a ba ic change in our national cour e. To that end, we have launched our Democracy at Work project. ''As long as this country remains a democracy, we intend to see that labor's votes are counted, that labor's voice is heard, and that labor's views are heeded.'' (Continued from Page 13.) Entitled On Our Watch, the 55minute film was a moving synopsis of the history of the maritime industry from the early fight for civil rights to the industry's current life-and-death truggle to stay afloat in an era of government cutbacks and foreign competition. The film is now being edited and will be made available to promote the economic and legislative goals of our Union. Taken as a whole, survival was the unofficial theme of the convention. In hundreds of different way , the delegates and peakers at the convention were asking the same question: How do labor unions protect the job security of their membership in an era of increasing foreign competition? "A we search for creative, flexible re ponses to the challenges of today and tomorrow," said Drozak, "we must never lo e sight of the values and traditions on which our Labor Movement was built . . . We gain strength from our unity of purpose and the application of democratic trade union principles." The 1987 SIUNA Convention, held at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., came at an historic time in the history of the maritime industry. This year marks the 50th anniverary of the NMU; 1988 will mark the 50th anniversary of the SIUNA. As if to underscore that point, the pictures of Harry Lundeberg, Paul Hall and Andrew Furuseth gazed down upon the delegates as they pondered a course of action for the coming years. Delegates voted to amend the SIUNA Constitution and to hold conventions every five years instead of every three years. The next SIUNA Convention will be held in 1992. �Free Trade Talks, Canada Pact is No Place For Maritillle Issues The 1987 Triennial Convention of the SIUNA gave the leaders of two major maritime unions in the United States and Canada a chance to fashion ajoint statement on the proposed U.S.Canada Free Trade Pact. Frank Drozak, president of the SIUNA, and Roman Gralewicz, president of the SIU of Canada, issued letters to U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney stating that American and Canadian programs are being "needlessly placed in jeopardy'' by the two countries' rush to complete a free trade agreement. In their letters, Drozak and Gralewicz urged that maritime issues be removed from current trade negotiations. "The complex nature of the maritime industry,'' said the two labor leaders, "and its relationship -to the security of both nations and the collective security of the western alliance, is neither understood nor appreciated by those charged with negotiating the agreement. Referring to the failure of both the Mulroney and Reagan administrations to ask for input from the representatives of their respective maritime industries, Drozak and Gralewicz said, ''Those with proper expertise to gauge the implications of altering existing policy are unfortunately removed from the process." D-2's Joseph Explains SMU Will GrowProvide Opportunity For All Seafarers Jerry Joseph, a vice-president of District 2-Marine Engineers Beneficial Association, is also an official of the new Seafarers Maritime Union. He presented SMU' s committee report to the SIUNA Convention. Following are excerpts from his remarks. "Late last year, the SIU-AGLIWD issued a charter to the Seafarers Maritime Union, the SMU, which is the result of a cooperative joint effort between the SIU and District 2-MEBA. "SMU is designed to meet the challenges of the ever-facing job opportunities in our maritime industry, and to guarantee that the SIU and District 2 will continue as an active participant in the U.S. industry. "Presently, SMU represents all shipboard seafarers working aboard five deep-sea vessels and 28 inland water vessels. SMU expects that in the months to come the number will grow. "SMU was conceived in good faith and is a joint effort to revitalize job opportunities on a long-term basis to members of our community. It preserves the jobs that each partner holds for its members while building a competitive work force. "SMU will not enter into any agreement with anyone which will cause existing SIU or District 2 contracted companies to be non-competitive. SMU is making possible long talked-about concepts such as the opportunity for unlicensed seamen to become officers SIUNA Frank Drozak opens convention with a call for "a new organization to meet new challenges." From left are Jean Ingrao, executive secretary-treasurer of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department; Drozak; SIUNA General Counsel Howard Schulman; SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio and Legislative Director Frank Pecquex. Drozak Ready for Grassroots Action Trade Bill and 88 Election Top SIU Priorities SIUN A President Frank Drozak focused on issues that affect job security while chairing the 1987 Triennial SIUNA Convention. Discussing the decline of both the American-flag merchant marine and this country's industrial base, President Drozak pledged to intensify his efforts to secure a trade bill that would reverse the drain of American economy. ''Trade is shaping up as the single most important issue of the IOOth Congress," he said. Drozak detailed the reflagging of the 11 Kuwaiti tankers, the ongoing free trade talks between the United States and Canada and the importance of political activity. He praised the SIUNA's grassroots political efforts and said, "In 1988, I hope that we in the Labor Movement can select and support a candidate who believes in our ideas." While Drozak said that the new political climate and the upcoming elections offered hope for some kind of economic renewal, he did not pull his punches about the problems that the working people of thi country still face. In maritime, for instance, most American-flag companies are in "a life-and-death struggle for survival," he said. An important topic of discussion at the convention was the formation of a new SIUN A affiliate, the Seafarers Maritime Union (SMU). Drozak emphasized that SMU offered unlicensed seamen a "very real opportunity" to protect their job security. The two determining factors in the formation of SMU, he said, were the promotional cutbacks authorized by the Reagan administration, which have jeopardized the very existence of an American-flag merchant marine, and the attacks that the licensed unions have made on the jurisdictional rights of unlicensed unions. "Is it not right for us to make an attempt to protect our own jurisdiction?" asked Drozak. The SIUAGLIWD was forced to respond to ongoing efforts by the MM&P and District 1-MEBA to form their own top-to-bottom organizations. If the SIU- AGLIWD did not respond, he said, then the job security of its membership would have been compromised, if not lost entirely. As for criticism of SMU by other unlicensed organizations, Drozak had these things to ay. "We believe that you have to look at what has happened in the industry. Since 1960, unlicensed seamen have had to bear the brunt of manning reductions and wage cutbacks. ''Is that fair?'' he asked as he noted the growing disparity between licensed and unlicensed wages. What SMU does, said Drozak, is to give unlicensed seamen a chance to make a meaningful career in the maritime industry, with the opportunity to go all the way to the top. Now that manning reductions have reduced job opportunities for all seamen, this is an important consideration. Ake Selander and Frank Drozak discuss problems of "open registries." '• Jerry Joseph without changing unions and without losing benefits. It also provides permanent jobs for all ratings, which stabilizes the work force. ''During our brief history there have been numerous shipboard promotions from unlicensed to licensed positions. SMU has its own constitution, shipping rules and all other assets of a bona fide labor organization. "Our contract provides permanent jobs ... I feel strongly that SMU is the right way to go to preserve for the SIU that which is theirs and for District 2 that which is theirs." ITF Fights Open Flags Ake Selander, assistant general secretary, International Transport Workers Federation, has dedicated his life to improving the working conditions of seamen worldwide. He views open-flag registries as a threat to that security and has lobbied against them. In addition, he has led the international fight against the reflagging of the 11 Kuwaiti tankers. Following are excerpts from his address to the convemion: "The SIU has always been held in good terms at the ITF . . . You are known for your leaders-Paul Hall, Bull Shephard, and now Frank Drozak ''There has been a tremendous growth in the flag-of-convenience fleets ... Not only do they not honor the flag, they mock it ... ''Texaco has a Liberian-flagged vessel carrying oil for Iran . . . and there are Swedish-owned but foreign-flagged companies carrying goods to South Africa even though Sweden forbids it. "The picture is dismal for all maritime companies . . . The bottom line is this: We in the ITF need you and you need us." September 1987 I LOG I 15 �cenes from t (Left to right) John Crivello, Walter Smith, Patricia Smith, Phyllis Orlando, Mike Orlando, Terry Hoinsky, and Clem Pasquarella (Terry's nephew). The culinary staff at the Seafarers Harry them crewmembers on the S.S. Independen job in serving the nearly 300 delegates and Thomasson, Hedley Harnum, Roman (From left) Betty Smith, Margaret Slay, James Slay, and waitress Linda Wathen. Fisherman's Union: (From left) Jack and Mrs. Tarantino, Jo Hoinsky, and Mike Bono. ,:~... ~,. United Industrial Workers: (From left) Edward Dale, Delbert Zwolle, David Morgan, Amos Peters and Cuthbert Jones, with waitress Sharon Eglinton. 16 I LOG I September 1987 Behind-the-Scenes-Team-That-Made-the-Convention-Run: (Fro Brown, Edwin Schmidt, Maria Schmidt, and Marna Wattenb �0 • ventw Kathleen Adams and Tom Doran. Lundeberg School of Seamanship, many of ce and S.S. Constitution, did an outstanding ~uests who attended the SIUNA Convention. n and Josephine Crivello, Mike and Phyllis Orlando, Terry "~.. lit~\ Headquarters and New York were represented by (from left) Tom Soresi, "Red" Campbell, Marie Campbell, Kathy Horn, and Eddie Doruth. left) Jean lngrao, Joanne Herrlein, Einar Petursson, Frances rg. Headquarters Staff: (From left) Augie Tellez, Keri Knight, Mike Neumann, Joyce Sanford, Brian Doherty, and Deborah Porter. September 1987 I LOG I 17 -...... �- -..... Rep. Ed Feighan Tells Delegates Mike Sacco Explains SIU Has Clout on Capitol Hill Lack of Cargo Hurts Inland One of the labor's closest friends in Congress, Rep. Edward Feighan (DOhio) has been a leading supporter of the American-flag merchant marine. Praising the SIU for its hard work and leadership, Feighan gave a brief rundown on the issues that confront the maritime industry. Here are some excerpts from his address: ''Thanks to the work of people like Frank Drozak, Marianne Rogers, and my hometown SIU representative, Marty Vittardi, the Seafarers have been heard in the halls of Congress. Make no mistake about it: Congress stands behind the Seafarers. ''Congratulations on the recent ruling of the U.S. District Court regarding World War II benefits . . . Without a strong and brave merchant marine, we wouldn't have won World War SIUNA Vice President Mike Sacco delivered the report on the Inland Boatmen's Organization and Grievance Committee. What follow are highlights from his report. "Since our last triennial convention, the inland tug and barge indu try has weathered through a recession of profound dimensions. Many factors have contributed to this decline. However, they all share a common denominator-lack of cargo. "Despite the general downturn in the industry, our Union has grown to protect our membership. One example of this success is the Louisiana-based Orgulf Transport Company which increased the number of its vessel from three to 19 since the last convention. Crescent Towing has also expanded, and the SIU banner can now be seen in Pensacola, Fla. , where Admiral Towing provides services for the U.S. Navy. "In addition to aggressively seizing the opportunity to expand , the SIU has fought to preserve existing markets. When ... Radcliff Materials was challenged by environmental interests in an attempt to suspend their shell dredging permits in Louisiana and Alabama, the SIU successfully marshalled its forces at the state level to preserve the dredging permits. "Despite all our uccesses, this Union still has to fight to protect our legal right against ome anti-union tug operators. SIUNA Vice President Augustin Tellez reports to the convention on the state of the SIU's A&G District. Tellez, who was elected vice president at the convention, is located in the Camp Springs' headquarters building when he is not on the road directing the Union's servicing teams, and meeting with members of the Seafarers Maritime Union. Congressman Feighan poses with Frank Drozak following his address to the convention. II ... or ... have fed a starving Europe after the War ... or have been a leader of the Free World. "Today's threats are more subtle than the ones we faced in World War II , but the long-term effects may be just as severe. I don' t have to tell you about the harm that unfair foreign competition visits on American workers and their families. ' 'This week negotiators from the U.S. and Canada are itting down to draft a free trade agreement, and their re ults must be submitted to Congress by Oct. 5 ... Even though my district on the shores of Lake Erie is one of the few areas of the country that actually has a trade surplus with Canada ... I'm not willing to support an agreement that sells the Seafarers down the river. ''A Free Trade Pact sounds like a neighborly idea, but in practice it would decimate our own Jones Act fleet and give Canadian shippers unprecedented access to our $10 billion domestic maritime market ... Once the free trade agreement is put on the table, all of our current maritime programs could be put into serious jeopardy.'' New V.P. Anderson Reports Fishing Industry Faces Crisis The SIUN A represents workers from a wide range of industries, from seamen and dockside workers to sugar workers, professionals and service and industrial employees. Maritime is not the only industry to suffer since the last SIUNA Convention. Another such industry is the fishing and fish cannery industry. Don Anderson 18 I LOG I September 1987 Don Anderson, port agent in Wilmington, Calif., and a newly-elected SIUNA vice president, read the committee report on the fishing and fish cannery industry. Here are some excerpts: "There has been a ubstantial decline in the Pacific tuna industry since our last convention. Thousands of skilled American workers have been di placed ... "In New Bedford, the SIUNA was forced into a strike action in 1985. The Union was able to sign up 60 percent of the fishing vessels ... and activities continue." But many problems confront U.S. fishermen .... "Canadian fish are flooding the market, and the auction house in New Bedford is inadequate. American fish products are required by law to undergo two fish inspections, but foreign-caught fish are not. "We need congressional action to correct the many problems we face: unequal tuna tariffs, loopholes which allow foreign fish processing ves els in the American trade, prohibitive liability insurance rates, and the high accident rate onboard American-flag vessels." Mike Sacco "Our battle are not restricted to the courts. The SIU is fighting in the halls of Congress in regards to a number of issues including the imposition of user fees for Coa t Guard services. " The SIU was also involved in the fight to get the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 signed into law. (And) like the deep-sea industry, mililtary work is a vital element to our survival. "The SIU has devoted substantial resources to in ure that we 'II continue to be able to supply properly trained seamen to the branches of the military." Rep. Joe Gaydos Calls Fleet "Small and Inadequate" Rep. Joseph Gaydos (D-Pa.) devoted much of his address to the convention to analyzing the nation's growing trade deficits and the disastrous effect they are having on basic American industries. A leading member of the Congressional Steel Caucus, Gaydos aid that maritime and steel are f&cing similar problems: closed markets, heavily subsidized foreign competitors, an indifferent administration. A close friend of the SIUN A, he said that the administration needs to reaffirm its support of the 1936 Merchant Marine Act. He admoni hed the administration for its refiagging of the 11 Kuwaiti tankers, and said that maritime must be taken off the bargaining table at the free trade negotiations between the United States and Canada. Following are excerpts from his speech: "In 1976 there were 450,000 teel jobs and 22, 700 maritime jobs. In 1987, there were only 120,000 steel jobs and 14,300 maritime jobs ... "The number of ships has declined from 521 just six years ago to 364 today ... Part of the decline i due to unfair trade. Part is also due to our failure to come up with a comprehenive industrial program ... "Forty-five countrie reserve cargo ... Our major trading partners have subsidies , tax advantages, protective measures .... "There are at least a dozen maritime bills before Congress this session . . . Many in the House just don't understand the link between strong, ba ic industries and American defense ... ' 'The administrationjust doesn't understand the importance of the merchant marine ... or the 1936 Merchant Marine Act ... Our small, inadequate merchant fleet is not capable of sustaining us in time of war." President Drozak ponders the remarks of Congressman Gaydos. �". . . It is a sad day indeed when the Stars and Stripes has become a flag of convenrence . . . " Lane Kirkland Barber's ohert Pouch 'SIU Is Connnitted to Professionalisin' In introducing Robert Pouch , president of Barber Steamship Line, SIUNA President Drozak said that the young executive " brings new blood to maritime in the United States.'' As president Barber Steamship Lines . Pouch represents one of the few bu 'nessmen willing to invest new money into the American-flag merchant marine. That may be due to the fact that he is something of an anomaly in today's busines world: he has actually worked onboard a vessel, which gives him a commitment that many of today's corporate executives do not have. Pouch explored the present condition of the American-flag merchant marine in a thoughtful, considered address to the convention. "What we [at Barber Steamship] have done over the last two years," he said, "is to de11elop a new entry into the American-flag shipping industry. Following are excerpts from his remarks: "If we are going to be in it for the fight to be successful , we have got to get rid of what I call stereotyped views of shipping, and I have seen it in mangement . . . in . . . board of directors ... in investors. [And] I have seen it in government ... in bankers . . . and even shareholders. That is ... in my experience having been a seafarer and having had to persuade people to invest large sums of money in shipping, is that everyone ... looks at the ship as the whole package. " I just want to tell you that Barber Ship Management has a different approach. Our system has been built on the assumption that our people are the true products that we have to offer in the marketplace. "In today's very competitive environment, our product is based on professionalism and an efficient squared-away operation ... Our customers appreciate good performance, and that is exactly what we're going to give them. ''This . . . policy really requires that every single person in our system, whether they work afloat or ashore, is aware of and understands these objectives. "People are really at the heart of our system and I can really see and I can feel the SIU' s commitment to training, to education and to professionalism. It must have taken an enormous amount of planning and energy for people like Paul Hall, Earl Shephard, Frank Mongelli and Paul and Frank Drozak to bring the Harry Lundeberg School here from a dream into reality. ' ' Robert ouch, president of Barber Steamship Line, praised SIU's "commitment to training, to education, to professionalism." Melvin ff. Pelfrey, MEBA District 2 executive vice president for the Great Lakes, talks with Minnesota Attorney General Hubert H. Humphrey III following Humphrey's address to the convention. - Hubert H. Humphrey III "The Blaine for MaritL"llle's Decline Does Not Rest With The \lrorkers" The current attorney general for the state of Minnesota, Hubert H. Humphrey III carries a distinguished family name. His father was one of this country's leading voices for progressive reform. If the SIU has its way , the Senate will once again include the distinguished Humphrey name among its r ter of member . In hi peech at the SIUNA Convention, Humphrey announced he was going to run for the Senate next year and addressed his strong belief that the American people have begun to realize the important role that the federal government can play in promoting the common good. What follows are excerpts from his address: ''The Seafarers Union has for decades been one of the most politically active unions in this country. Your leaders have not only ably represented workers in the maritime industry, but you've also done more than anyone else could have to help working people throughout this country. ''After six-and-a-half long years, the American people are starting to realize that the current administration is both intellectually and morally bankrupt. I think we could also say financially they are not doing too well either, whether it's debt or a deficit or trade imbalance that unfortunately seems to be setting records all too often. ''They talk about national defense and American jobs. But then they set up shell corporations so they reftag Kuwaiti tankers without putting American seamen onboard or complying with American regulations. And they talk about democracy while they run a secret government in the White House basement, accountable to no one ... "Thirty years ago, U .S.-flag vessels tran ported 60 perent of this nation's foreign commerce. Now , today they carry less than 5 percent. " The SIU has led the way in reducing labor costs in the American shipping industry and has done more of its share to eliminate the unnecessary manning requirements to make the ships run in an efficient manner as possible. The blame for maritime' s decline does not rest with the workers. It rests with an administration that does not care about working people. "I say that our national security depends on a strong national economy-and a strong national economy based on well-trained, fully paid, fully employed working people. "What it really comes down to is, we've got to rebuild America. We've got to start putting our money back into something that returns something back to us . . . If you want to talk about being competitive and being productive, you'd better be able to get the product to where it's supposed to be delivered, whether it's on the ships or whether it's on the roads." Newly-elected officers and executive board of SIUNA take their oaths of office to begin their new five-year terms of office. The new officers are Frank Drozak, president; Joseph DiGiorgio, secretary-treasurc:c; and Vice Presidents Robert Abata, Don Anderson, George Beltz, Jack Caffey, Mark Coles, Paul Dempster, Henry Disley, Steve Edney, John Fa • Gilbert Gauthier, Roman Gralewicz, Conrado Hernandez, Roy "Buck" Mercer, George McCartney, Nicanor Rios, Michael Sacco, Jack Tarantino and Augustin Tellez. September 1987 I LOG I 19 �SIUNA Adopts Resolutions to Protect Workers Maritime Policy - The delegates to the convention support the enactment of programs to provide for an efficient and modem merchant fleet capable of meeting America's economic and security needs. These needs include an adequate pool of welltrained men and women who can be employed on commercial vessels and who will be available to assist the armed services in time of war or national emergency. National policies should be enacted that will ensure that American-flag carriers transport a significant share of the international commerce generated by the American economy. Therefore, the delegates to the convention will push vigorously for development and adoption of a comprehensive, long-range maritime policy. Any such policy shall include a reform of the subsidy program under which the merchant fleet operates, especially since no new subsidies have been authorized. Since the present administration took power, the American-flag merchant marine has declined precipitously. There is now a critical need for the renewal of the operating subsidy program to encourage the long-term revitalization of the U .S.-flag fleet. It is clear that America's present maritime policy is failing because of changes in international trade and cutbacks in subsidy programs for U.S. operators. The United States is being deprived of the resources that it needs to remain a viable power-oil, steel, a basic manufacturing capability, commercial shipping. If these national assets are critical to us in times of war, should thi country not have some kind of minimum resource in times of peace? The delegates therefore will work toward the enactment of a comprehensive national industrial policy which will ensure that this country maintains it economic viability. The Jones Act Since 1920, the Jones Act has been the foundation of domestic maritime policy. For 67 years, the U.S.-flag, Jones Act fleet has provided reliable, costeffective, waterborne transport for a wide range of carriers while simultaneously providing essential national security benefits. According to the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the majority of militarily-useful tankers in the U.S. merchant marine sail in the coastwise trades. Despite this fact, the domestic cargo trades are continually threatened by those who would gut the Jones Act. Legislation has been introduced in Congress to repeal or weaken the Jones Act. Federal agencies often fail to implement the law. Accordingly, the 1987 Triennial Convention of the SIUNA urges Congress and the administration to forcefully reaffirm the integrity of the Jones Act and move expeditiously to close any and all loopholes, and to avoid unwarranted interpretation which will allow evasion of the Act. Reflagging of Kuwaiti Tankers Although the interests of the United States in the Persian Gulf are vital to the nation's security, and protection of neutral shipping is an important goal, the methods adopted to protect the flow of Kuwaiti oil are questionable. Important safety and inspection requirements were waived for the Kuwaiti tankers. In addition, in authorizing the reflagging of the Kuwaiti tankers, the administration ignored longstanding laws and policies that require U.S. citizen crews on U.S. flag-vessels. The willingness to ignore the requirements for flying the U.S. flag by the administration will certainly cause serious safety and national security problems in the future. Accordingly, the delegates to the 1987 SIUNA Triennial Convention object to the reflagging of the 11 Kuwaiti tankers. Ken Conklin, vice president of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, welcomed delegates to the convention. Health Care For nearly 30 years this country endeavored to make quality, affordable health care a reality for every American. In recent years, however, Americans have witnessed the steady erosion in much of this progress. Severe budgetary contraints instituted by the Reagan administration have crippled these health programs, as has an increasing resistance on the part of many employers to provide health care benefits to employees. Another problem currently facing Americans is the escalating costs of medical care. At a time when 37 million Americans have no health care coverage, this is very serious indeed. This country is in need of major changes in its health care system. The delegates to this convention strongly support measures for the restoration of coverage for those who have lost Medicaid and Medicare eligibility due to budget cuts; requirements that employers, as a condition of doing business, provide a minimum package of specified health care benefits to all workers and their dependents; cost containment measures which would provide acrossthe-board health care controls, and catastrophic health care protection which includes long-term care for the chronically ill-until such time as the enactment of a universal comprehensive national health insurance becomes a realty. Veterans' Benefits National Economy and Industrial Policy During the past several years, the U.S. economy has experienced record trade deficits, an unprecedented string of budget deficits, unemployment rates stuck at historically high levels during a period of expansion, and wave after wave of mergers, hostile take-overs and manipulation of the financial markets. This kink of economic turmoil has been accelerated by a national economic policy of nonintervention by federal policy makers. The result has been an abdication of responsibility for the long-term survival of our economy. The contributions made by merchant seamen to the national defense of this country cannot be overstated, especially during World War II, when merchant seamen suffered the second highest casualty rate of all U.S. service forces. Despite this, there has been no G.I. Bill, no honors and little recognition of their sacrifices. Once again, legislation has been introduced in the Congress which would be a significant step toward correcting this inequity. The delegates wholeheartedly support these efforts to provide merchant seamen who have risked their lives for the welfare of this country with veterans' benefits to which they are so deserving. U.S. Canada Free Trade SIUNA Legislative Director Frank Pecquex urges delegates to study the problems and to support the legislative goals of their Union. 20 I LOG I September 1987 The trading relationship between the United States and Canada is the largest in the world. Both nations currently are involved in the closed negotiations of what is referred to as the U.S.-Canada Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The treaty is being negotiated pursuant to "fast track" authority, meaning that once the president signs it, the Senate may then either approve or disapprove it without any changes. Negotiations are reaching a critical stage. The disturbing possibility exists that maritime is being placed on the table as a bargaining chip. The SIUNA believes that U.S. maritime policies and promotional programs serve national security and domestic transportation needs, and that the laws of neither country should be jeopardized. The delegates to this convention, who represent workers in both Canada and the U.S., call on the removal of maritime promotional programs from the bargaining table of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. �SIUNA Accepts Challenges of 1990's and Beyond Great Lakes Maritime Industry The Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway System, which extends 2,400 miles into the heartland of the continent, represents a significant yet underutilized re ource to our nation's maritime policy. AJthough prospects for the Great Lakes/Seaway System appear to be on the up wing due to increasing grain shipments, the Great Lakes maritime industry has historically suffered from declines in cargo tonnage, a diminished Great Lakes fleet, reduced maritime employment opportunitie and ever increasing user fees. Moreover, this water is rapidly becoming dominated by foreign-flag vessels. The delegates to this convention urge the adminstration to increase U.S.flag vessel service and employm~nt opportunities on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway System by reducing imports and expanding exports on U.S.-flag vessels. They also urge the governments of Canada and the United States to puruse all measure that will reduce costs to users of the Great Lakes/ St. Lawrence Seaway System in order to enhance the attractiveness and usage of that system, or to refrain from enacting laws or implementing policies that will not divert cargo and ships to foreign ports. Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Decreasing U.S. production and increasing demand is allowing the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to recapture control of American oil markets. If this occurs, American consumers are like to experience sharply rising prices and possible supply disruptions. To avoid this, the United States should continue to take steps to become energy independent. An important step in achieving energy independence is to encourage domestic exploration. The Department of the Interior has estimated that perhaps 9.2 billion barrels of recoverable oil lie below the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), and that this area is America's best chance for a major oil find. In addition, allowing development of the ANWR will be particularly beneficial for the national economy and the American-flag merchant marine, whose vessels will carry the oil to the lower 48 in case it is found. Accordingly, the delegates to this convention believe that achieving energy independence is an important goal. They urge Congress to take swift action to develop this oil, and to reserve all crude for domestic use to be carried on American-flag vessels. lnternation ra e The changes in international trade over the past decade have altered nearly every area of the economy. During the past 10 years, America has gone from a country with annual trade surpluses to a country with trade deficits that increase every year. As a result, America has become the largest debtor nation in the world. Maritime and many other American industries have declined as a result of a trade policy which prevents them from competing in a fair marketplace. There are a wide variety of international shipping practices that prevent U.S. flag vessels from competing. These practices include licensing regulations, technical restrictions, government control of commercial cargoes, government ownership and operation of vessels, and the abuse of cheap labor in unsafe and unacceptable working conditions. In addition to these problems, a number of foreign companies refuse to utilize American-flag carriers. An example of this is the refusal of Japanese and Korean automobile companies to widely use U.S.-flag vessels in the transportation of automobiles from Japan and Korea to American markets. It has been proven that U .S.-flag vessels can offer competitive service and competitive prices, but the auto exporting companies still refuse to use U.S.flag vessels for the transportation of automobiles. In addition to these barriers, many fleets operate with minimally trained d' Father Charles Mussey, pastor of St. George's Catholic Church in Valley Lee, Md., delivered the opening prayer as the convention began. At right is SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer Joe DiGiorgio, and in center is SIUNA General Council Howard Schulman. crews that operate in conditions which fail to meet the standards set by the International Transport Workers' Federation and the International Labor Organization. Trade adjustment is clearly necessary to assist workers in those industries which have suffered from unfair foreign competition. The delegates to this convention support efforts to strengthen America's trade laws, especially as they pertain to shipping. Organizing: the Challenge of the Future At the 1955 AFL-CIO merger convention, delegates said that "Organizing the unorganized is the major unfinished task of the American labor movement.'' Given the decline of union membership as a percentage of the total American workforce, this concept is even more important today than it was in 1955. If the labor movement fails to increase its share of the total American workforce, then it will inevitably suffer a decline in influence and will be less able to protect the rights of its members. Delegates to the 1987 Triennial Convention therefore strongly urge all SIUN A affiliates to increase their efforts to organize the unorganized so that their members and ultimately all American workers will be afforded decent wages, decent working conditions, individual opportunity, dignity and advancement in the years and decades ahead. Organized labor has played a leading role in securing civil rights laws for the people of this country. Over the past six years, labor has watched with alarm as the Reagan administration has tried to halt and reverse the gains attained in this area since passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Given organized labor's commitment to equal rights, the delegates to this convention reaffirm their commitment to progressive programs which create jobs and promote fair housing, equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. They urge Congress to enact the Civil Rights Restoration Act reversing the 1984 Supreme Court decision stating than an educational institution can still receive federal funds even though one of its departments engages in discrimination. They support enactment of the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1987 ensuring freedom of choice in housing. They reaffirm their commitment to work closely with allies in the civil rights movement , through the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, on legislative measure to ensure equal opportunity for all Americans. They pledge to work with the AFL-CIO Civil Rights Department and to continue to strengthen coalitions with civil rights organizations such as the NAACP, the National Urban League, the A. Philip Randolph Insitute, the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists, and the revitalized Southern Regional Council. Insurance cr·sis in the Fishi g Industry I West Coast SIUNA delegates got together in the hallway for a chat during a break in the proceedings. From left are Gunnar Lundberg, Sailors Union of the Pacific; SIUNA President Frank Drozak; Marine Firemen President "Whitey" Disley; Ed Mooney, SIU A&G, and SUP President Paul Dempster. One of the most serious problems facing the U.S. fishing industry is the lack ofavailable, affordable and adequate fishing vessel insurance. Dramatic changes in the coverage of such insurance have caused a crisis for the domestic fishing industry. The owners of many American-flag vessels have been left with the prospect of shutting down operations altogether, or operating without adequate msurance. A combination of factors has fueled the crisis. These factors include economic cycles that have adversely affected both the insurance and fishing industries; the indirect consequences of questionable fisheries management policies ; large increases in the number of legal actions and court awards, as well as the poor safety record of the commercial fishing fleets. Given the importance of the domestic fishing industry , the delegates to this convention support legislative initiatives which will mandate readily available, accessible and routinely serviced safety equipment for all fishing vessels. In addition, the delegates pledge to work with Congress and appropriate federal agencies and the fishing industry to formulate and implement a comprehensive program to enhance safety in the industry, bring the cost of insurance to affordable levels and provide fair compensation for injured seamen. September 1987 I LOG I 21 �... . MEBA, District 2 Secretary-Treasurer Michael McKay pledged the continued support of his organization to the organizing programs of SIUNA affiliates. SIU and D-2 "It's Quite a Relationship" - Michael McKay spoke on behalf of the president of District 2, Ray McKay, who was unable to attend the SIUNA Convention. "For the more than 30 years that Ray has been in office," he said, "The SIU and District 2 have been almost as one. Say one, you mean both. It's quite a relationship." McKay expressed the anger that he and other labor and industry officials feel at the reflagging of the Kuwaiti tankers. "It's a sham and a shame that the government can take anti- quated laws that were passed at the tum of the century and interpret them any way that they please. It's a shame that the man in the White House is 180 degrees off course," he said. "It's a continuous battle," said McKay, referring to the decline of the Great Lakes shipping industry and to the never-ending attacks on the integrity of the Jones Act. That is why, he said, District 2 and the SIU "have worked so hard together in Washington ... and at the bargaining table." "Buck" Mercer reports on the status of Government Services shipping. Mercer Praises MTSU-SIU Merger Delivering the Committee Report for the SIU's Government Services Division, SIUNA Vice President Roy "Buck" Mercer talked about the 1982 merger between the SIU-AGLIWD and the Military Sea Transport Union and the positive effect it has on the job security of the members. Following are excerpts from his remarks: ''The merger between the SIUAG LIWD and the MSTU has served to protect jobs for the entire membership of our organization, including our Government Services Division membership. As a result of the merger, the SIU today stands as the premier seafaring union for government contracted maritime services. "Currently, the Military Sealift Command is continuing to contract out to the commercial sector for marine related services. Many of these activities are being performed by Government Services Division membership, and as such will be of considerable value in insuring that the majority of these contracts will be awarded to SIU contracted operators. "The Government Services Division of the SIU looks forward to the future with confidence.'' SIUNA General Counsel Howard Schulman reports on changes in law with regard to organizing and servicing our membership. Schulman, who retires this year, will stay on as a consultant. Schulman Retires After 25 Years As has been the case for the past 25 years, Howard Schulman, SIUNA general counsel, addressed the SIUNA delegates on legal matters affecting the international and its various affiliated unions. As general counsel for the SIUNA, and as one of this nation's top labor lawyers, Schulman leaves behind an important legacy as he retires. Among other things, he is widely credited with protecting the jurisidictional job rights of unlicensed seamen, preserving the Union's political action program and making sure that the SIUNA meets the standards set forth in the voluminous, confusing and constantly-changing body of labor laws. · ~· >ik:J::: SIU of Canada President Roman Gralewicz talked of the recently-negotiated agreement for Canadian Great Lakes sailors. U.S. -Canadian Interests Tied It was a busy convention for the delegates from the SIU of Canada. SIU of Canada President Roman Gralewicz met with SIUNA President Frank Drozak during the convention. They issued a joint letter asking U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney to respect the integrity of both the Jones Act and the Canadian Shipping Act. The Canadian shipping industry, like its American counterpart, has experienced a sharp decline in recent years. Canadian shipping companies have reftagged under flag-of-convenience registries, forcing the SIU of Canada to explore new ways of protecting the job security of its members. For one thing, the union has devised an innovative job-sharing program. It has also beefed up its training facilities and made a renewed commitment to organize workers in the service and industrial sectors. The Canadian government has not helped these problems. In addition to holding the free trade talks with the United States, it has unfairly subsidized other modes of transportation at the expense of the Canadian maritime industry. The result is that Great Lakes cargo that used to be shipped on Canadian-flag vessels is now transported via rail or truck. Great Lakes Jobs May Jump Joe Sacco, vice president of the SIUAGLIWD, presented the committee report of the Industrial and Transportation Workers' Organization and Grievance Committee, which outlined the challenges that have been posed by today's anti-labor political climate. 22 I LOG I September 1987 UIW Vice President Brian Doherty gave a report on the gains that his affiliate has made since the last convention. New members have been organized in the service sector, and membership services have been improved, said Doherty. Presenting the Report of the Great Lakes Organization and Grievance Committee, SIU Port Agent Byron Kelley noted the decline of shipping on the Great Lakes. "Since our last convention, the Great Lakes fleet has suffered declines in ship numbers, tonnage and employment," Kelly said. "Iron ore accounts for the largest percentage of bulk cargo movements on the Greak Lakes, and iron ore tonnage reached its second lowest total since the 1930s. There is one hopeful sign, however. After more than a decade of congressional debate , the president signed into law the Water Resources Act of 1986 to improve the domestic waterways, including the Lakes. This long awaited action is expected to break a logjam in water transportation projects. Employment opportunities on the Great Lakes, especially in the dredging trades, should increase as projects are started." Byron Kelley �SIUNA • omm1ttees eet to Chart Course '\T.·· A FISHERMEN & FISH CANNERY WORKERS: Jack Tarantino, chairman; Don Anderson, Walter Smith, John Crivello, Jack Caffey, Theresa Hoinsky, Patricia Smith, John Fay. Speaking to the convention on behalf of Gov. William Donald Schaefer, Maryland Attorney General Joseph Curran said: "The history and prosperity of Maryland and the Port of Baltimore have always been intertwined with the maritime industry.'' Maryland Proud Speaking on a o himself and Maryland Governor William Donald Schaefer, Md. Attorney General Joseph Curran said, "We in Maryland are proud of being the place of residence for both SIU eadquarters and the Harry Lundeberg School.'' He devoted the bulk of his address to telling the delegates that he and the governor share the Union's concern on fair trade. "Governor Schaefer knows that American workers do good RESOLUTIONS: George McCartney, chairman; Nicanor Rios, Angus Campbell, Dino Fire, Thomas Walsh, Joseph Abato Jr., Hedley Harnum, Dean Corgey, Ray Singletary. House SIU work." He referred to the governor's actions in regards to the Seakirk facility as being proof that the Schaefer administration was willing to take concrete and verifiable steps to deal with the fair trade is ue on a grassroots level. ''I want you to know that you reside in a state where the governor and his cabinet share your concern about the American-flag merchant marine and about buying American,'' he said. CONSTITUTION & LEGAL: Angus Campbell, chairman; Michael Sacco, Brian Doherty, Jack Ryan, Henry Disley, Joseph DiGiorgio, John Tolliver, Michael Orlando. Rep. James Quillen U.S. Flag Fleet Is "Absolutely Necessary" A veteran of World War II who depended on merchant vessels to bring him back to the United States after his tour of duty was up, Rep. James Quillen (R-Tenn.) has been a strong and consistent defender of the American-flag merchant marine during his 25-year career in the House of Representatives. Following are excerpts from his address: "Over the past 15 years, America's merchant marine has gone downhill ... The trend is to whittle away at the merchant marine and industry as a whole ... We've said, 'We don't need you' to our American-flag merchant marine . . . "I believe that the American-flag merchant fleet is absolutely necessary ... We will find out that we don't have a credible fourth arm of defense unless Congress takes some action to build up our sealift capability . . . ''You in the SIU have worked your hearts out [to keep people informed of the issues] ... Yet look at what's happened in the Persian Gulf. Kuwaiti vessels are flying the American flag without an American crew . . . The administration used a 100-year-old provision to circumvent the law . . . That's wrong: those vessels should be manned by American citizens. "Instead of going forward, we are going backward. There is not enough emphasis paid to building up the American-flag merchant marine.'' AUDITING: Roman Gralewicz, chairman; John Fay, Joseph DiGiorgio, Leo Bonser, Tom Walsh, John Crivello, Roger Desjardins, Walter Smith, Leon Hall, Paul Dempster, Henry Disley, George McCartney. CIVIL RIGHTS: Roy "Buck" Mercer, chairman; Thomas Glidewell, Joseph Abata Jr., Raleigh Minix, Joseph DiGiorgio, John Battles, Ed Turner, Angel Hernandez, Kermett Mangram. September 1987 I LOG I 23 �SIU A elegates and Lea ers All Tooli. Active Part Marine Firemen President "Whitey" Disley reports on the problems and goals of West Coast unions. SUP Representative Jack Ryan reported on the programs of the Sailors Union. He spoke on behalf of SUP President Paul Dempster. SIUNA Vice President George McCartney, who is also West Coast vice-president for the SIU A&G District, talked of the state of the maritime industry in the Pacific area. Nicanor Rios, representing the Sugar Workers Union No. 1, said that organizing is the key to survival and growth. Theresa Hoinsky, representing the Pacific & Caribbean Area of the Fishermen's Union of America, reported on the decline of the U.S. fishing industry. Ed Turner, a stalwart of the West Coast maritime industry for many years, delivered his last report as he resigned to enjoy a welldeserved retirement. -~ Andy Boyle, executive vice president of the SIU of Canada, expressed his organization's opposition to the U.S.-Canada free trade talks. 24 I LOG I September 1987 Two longtime SIU stalwarts attended the convention. Former SIU Rep. Eddie Mooney (left) and former SIU official John Dwyer (right) and his wife Mary took time between sessions to pose. SIUNA Vice President Angus Campbell talked of the complications involved in getting new contracts for military work, and of the unfairness of having to bid against MARAD for some of this work. �Automation: The Future IS NOW! D uring the past 20 years or so, much emphasis has been placed on the application of centralized and automatic controls and technological changes in ships. Unfortunately, not nearly as much attention has been given to the effect that these new technologies might have on the seafarer himself. The use of sophisticated equipment and modern techniques designed to increase operating efficiencies and the productivity o an atmosship personnel has crea phere of uncertainty and apprehension regarding how automation will affect the lives of seafarers. Automation is not new to ships. In fact, it has been used in many areas, e.g., the automatic pilot, automatic combustion, automatic control of refrigeration plants, etc. The application of automation to the op- eration of the main engines aboard ship has usually focused not on fully automatic control but principally on the remote hand-controlled system. In this system, instruments are connected to the plant which provides feedback of information which allows for corrective action by the engine room crew. However, fully automated vessels do exist, and the effect on crew size has caused considerable concern. The breaking down of the traditional separations between deck, engine and steward departments has come about with the use of general purpose crews. To provide the SIU membership with the meaningful skills necessary for today's vessels, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg &hool has acquired a Ship Handling Simulator to aid in the training of all deck department ratings. The school is also pursuing the ~ Yorktown, Va., U.S. Coast Guard Training Facility acquisition of an engine room simulator for use within the engine department courses. During the most recent Automation course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg &hool, the students heard presentations from the Sulzer Diesel Company and Bailey Controls, Inc. Hans Roffler of Sulzer Diesel discussed the new R.T.A. engine being installed in many of our contracted vessels. John Glowe and Charles Hatton of Bailey Controls presented the Network 90 Integrated Marine Management System. This is a state-of-theart management system for monitoring and controlling diesel or steam plants, fire and damage control systems, cargo loading/discharging systems and a wide variety of other shipboard applications. With automation comes change. No longer can we become complacent with our present jobs aboard ship. Today's professional seafarers must constantly keep pace with the new technologies being built into their ships, or they may find their jobs in jeopardy. It is through training and __ retraining that the SIU membership will always have jobs aboard U.S.-flag fleets. Today's ships demand the usage of better educated and better trained personnel. It was with this specific goal in mind that the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School was built 20 years ago this yea~. Due to the foresight of our Union leaders, the security of our future is guaranteed, in large part, by the quality education provided to SIU members by the SHLSS. • - September 1987 I LOG I 25 - �~ ~ • '?." r .,. ~.. .-.r :!'- •• • ~ ., ~ .. • • ~. ' ~ . - z. •• ~- . , --~· • ~ • - _, • • - _. . .. - , .. ,._ • 1,,,.~' SHLSS comings & Goings Retired In Memoriam Joe Wall, director of Vocational Education, retired recently after 15 years of dedicated service at SHLSS. Accompanied by his wife, Alma, Joe received an inscribed plaque and fond farewells from School Vice President Ken Conklin, and Dean of Education, Jackie Knoetgen. A memorial service for E. B. McAuley, former SIU official, took place at Seafarers Haven in Valley Lee, Md. on August 23. The daughter of the deceased, Jan Dubinsky, with her husband Joe and children Connie and Jonathan, was comforted by the many Union friends and officials who came to pay homage to her father's memory. George McCartney, West Coast VP. gave a short but heartfelt eulogy including a recitation of the Tennyson poem, "The Bar." T T Visitors ~ A group of visitors from the Smithsonian were treated to a tour of the SHLSS campus this past June. ~ Here they are showing great interest at Abe Easters' demonstration of the ship simulator. T SHLSS course Graduates - Sealift Operations and Maintenance First row: (I. to r.) Aaron Thibodeaux, Bill Hellwege (Inst.), Rudolph Salvaggio, Donald Johnson, Danny McMurray, E. C. Ammons, SGT Patricia A. Colon, B. Pinkham, SFC Thomas G. Flett, SSG Edward Kubera, Jim Moore (Inst.). Second row: Harry Alongi (Inst.), Carlos M. Toro, Howard Gibbs, E. "Red" Harris, Salvador Baclayon, Jr., Dante Slack, Hermus Patrick, SSGT Abe Monroe, SSGT Grayling Drummond. Third row: David Campbell, Eric Ruiz, Stephanie Smith, Maxine Peterson, Tom Doran, Jerry Casugay, John Cruz, Paul Crow. Fourth row: Richard Dickerson (Inst.), Richard Dutton, Oliver Walmon, Sandra Soutar, W. Washington, Skip Sims, Billy Gigante, Willy De Leon, Wayne Gonsalves, R. G. Swanson, John Wallack. Fifth row: Edward Wiley, A. Oun, Lionel Callwood, Eddie Hall, Joe Carson, W. Cooper, Rafael Suris, Don Skjei. Not shown: Andy Ditullio. 26 I LOG I September 1987 - Sealift Operations and Maintenance First row: (I. tor.) Luis Bonafont, Harry Alongi (Instructor), Charles Olinger, Les Cope, Frank Martin, John Chinn. Second row: Alex Bonefont, John Mortinger, Steven Parke, Jerome Fahey, Norm Taylor. �HLSS course Gradu SEAFARERS HARRY LUNOEBERG UFEBOAT ~.·.... ......... CLASS 416 ..·::·.-.·:·:.·"": ........................... --~~-~...---~~- ~· . . -~ Train"ee Lifeb~~t Class #416 Kim Brown, Warren Cobbs, Sindy Davis, Rafael Flores, Joseph Fox, Kim Gardner, Howard Gibson, James Jordan, Timothy Keller, Allen Kindt, Kimberly Mosley, Reinaldo Roman, Joseph Ruffin. Lifeboat Kneeling: (I. to r.) Ron Adriani, Ralph McKee, Donnie Skjei, Gigi Grycko. Second row: James Nolan, Frank Martin, Les Cope, Kruger Donald, Ben Cusic (Instructor). Third row: Steven Parke, Jack Pegram, Charles Olinger, Ed King. Automation John Day, Paul Craw, Tom Doran, John Kelly, Edwin " Red" Harris, John Miranda, Charles Smith, Paul Titus, Richard Williams. Holding poster: Instructor Bill Eglinton, and to Bill's right, Hans Roffler representative from Sulzer Diesel Corp. FOWT Front row: (I. tor.) Julian Watler, Elmore C. Ammons. Second row: Bill Foley (Instructor), Glyndon Johnson, Wayne F. Gonsalves, Coy Herrington, Danny McMurray. Third row: David Epstein, Jim Polluch, Monroe Monseur. Able Seaman First row: (I. to r.) Michael Gilleland, Eric A. Ruiz, Don L. Skjei, Abdullah Oun, Eddie E. Hall. Second row: Kruger Donald, Ed "Thumper" Johnston, Aaron Thibodeaux, Edward Wiley, Jim Brown (Instructor). Hydraulic (L. to R.) John Aru, Charles Smith, John Miranda, Spiros Perdikis, Bill Foley (Instructor). Refrigeration Maintenance and Operations L. to R. Eric Malzkuhn, Sebastian Perdon Jr. , V. L Kirksey, Richard Risbeck, Randy McKinzie. Forklift First row: (I. to r.) SSG Edward Kubers, SFC Thomas Flett, Joe Marshall (Instructor). Second row: ~illy Gigante, Skip Sims. Third row: Wheeler Washington, Bill Cooper, Rafael Surls. September 1987 I LOG I 27 �1987 Upgrading Course Schedule Steward Upgrading Courses Course Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry September 1987 - December 1987 The following is the current course schedule for September 1987 December 1987 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For the membership's convenience, the course schedule is separated into six categories: Deck Department courses; Engine Department courses; Steward Department courses; Adult Education courses; All Department courses and Recertification Programs. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll for class as early as ~ible. Although every effort will be made to fill the requests of the members, the classes are limited in size - so sign up early. Assistant Cook • Sealift Operations & Assistant Cook • Sealift Operations & Assistant Cook • Sealift Operations & Cook and Baker • Sealift Operations & Cook and Baker • Sealift Operations & Chief Cook • Sealift Operations & Chief Cook • Sealift Operations & Chief Steward • Sealift Operations & Chief Steward • Sealift Operations & The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's needs and the needs of the industry. SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in filling out the application. Engine Upgrading Courses Course QMED · Any Rating • Sealift Operations & Maint. Check-In Date September 21 December 14 Completion Date December 11 January 8 Fireman/Watertender, Oiler • Sealift Operations & Maint. October 12 December 7 December 4 December 31 Variable Speed DC Drive • Sealift Operations & Maint. September 21 November 2 October 30 ovember 27 Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Sealift Operations & Maint. November 9 December 21 December 18 January 15 Diesel Engineer - Regular • Sealift Operations & Maint. October 12 November 23 November 20 December 12 Maint. Maint. Maint. Maint. Maint. Maint. Maint. Maint. Maint. Check-In Date Completion Date September 2 October 19 October 14 November 30 November 25 January 11 September 2 November 2 October 14 December 14 September 2 November 2 October 28 December 28 September 2 November 2 October 28 December 28 October 16 November 13 November 27 December 24 January 8 February 5 October 30 November 27 December 11 January 8 October 30 November 27 December 25 January 22 October 30 November 27 December 25 January 22 Adult Education Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date For students who wish to apply for the GED, ESL, or ABE classes for the first six montm of this year, the courses will be six weeks in length and offered on the following dates: High School Equivalency (GED) November 2 December 14 Adult Basic Education (ABE) & English as a Second Language November 2 December 11 The Developmental Studies~ (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. They will be offered as follows: Towboat Operator September 7 September 11 College Programs heck-In Date October 26 Course Associates in Arts Completion Date December 18 ~ UPDATE OF Honor Roll of QMED's Deck Upgrading Courses Course Able Seaman/Sealift Operations & Maintenance Check-In Date September 28 October 26 Completion Date November 20 December 18 Celestial Navigation November 2 December 4 Radar Observer December 7 December 12 Radar Observer (Renewal) Open ended course, however, must notify SHLSS before entering this course. Towboat Operator September 7 Inland Deck Shiphandling Simulator October 12 SSH BOOK# Mailing Address srnEET: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ STATE: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ZIP CODE _ _ __ Date You Received QMED: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ SPECIALTY COURSES COMPLETED: - October 30 October 16 Name of Course & Date: 1·---~-------- 2. ____________ 3. ____________ 4, ____________ 5. ____________ 6. _ _ _ _ _ _ __ ?. ____________ Recertification Programs Course Steward Recertification _. Bosun Recertification 28 I LOG I September 1987 Check-In Date November 2 Completion Date December 7 September 21 November 2 If you are a Class I, QMED, have you applied to SHLSS to sit for your 3rd Asst. Engineers License? If so, date:-------------------~~DAY MONTH YEAR �Deep Sea Roland Scott Ballard of San Franci co, Calif., 65, died April 22. Seafarer Ballard joined the SIU in 1963 and sailed in the steward department. His cremated remains were buried at Olivet Memorial Park in Colma, Calif. William Bilger, 63, died June 8. Born in Pennsylvania and a resident of Hayward, Calif., Brother Bilger joined the SIU in 1953 and sailed in the engine department, most recently as a chief engineer. His cremated remains were interred at Mt. View Cemetery in Oakland, Calif. Vincent de Losa of San Bruno, Calif. died of cancer on July 6. He was 77. Born in California and residing in San Mateo , Calif., Brother de Losa sailed for 34 years. He is survived by a brother, Frank. Burial was at the Italian Cemetery in Colma, Calif. Nicholas DeLos Santos, 60, of Galveston, Texas, died June 29 of cancer. Brother Delos Santos joined the SIU in 1951 and sailed in the deck department. He is survived by his wife, aria. Burial took place July 2 at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. .Balnutmne IValle Mora of San Juan, P.R., died July 20 following a heart attack. He was 74. Brother DelValle Mora joined the SIU in 1960. He is survived by a daughter, Enid DelValle Suarez, of Great Falls, Mont. Anthon o h DiBartolomeo, 71, died July 9 of cancer. A re ident of Baltimore, Md., Brother DiBartolomeo sailed in the steward department as a chief cook. He is survived by a stepson, Alvin J. Saylor Jr. Burial was at Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Baltimore. Arvid Hjalmer Johnson, 83, died June 28 following a heart attack. Born in Sweden and a resident of Seattle, Wash., Brother Johnson joined the SIU in 1942 and sailed in the steward department. He is survived by two brothers, Harry and Carl, and a sister, Ruth Mason. Cremation took place at Forest Lawn Crematory in Seattle, Wash. William Andrew Jordan, 58, died July 10 of cancer and pneumonia. A resident of Berkeley, Calif., Seafarer Jordan joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in 1945 and sailed in the steward department. He is survived by an aunt, Mayme Stroud Spencer, of Gonzales, Calif. Cremation took place at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Sebastopol, Calif. Frederick Eugene Lillard, 67, died of respiratory failure June 20. Born in Arkansas and a resident of Livonia, Mich., Brother Lillard joined the SIU in 1955 and sailed in the deck department. Burial was at Tyronza Cemetery in Tyronza, Ark. Francis Albert Lord Jr. died of pneumonia at St. Mary's Medical Center in Long Beach, Calif., Feb. 1. He wa 61. Seafarer Lord joined the SIU in 1955 and sailed in the steward department. Grant Andrew MacGregor, 78, died April 14 of cancer. He was 78. A resident of Yucca Valley, Calif., Brother MacGregor joined the SIUmerged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in 1966 and sailed in the steward department. Cremation took place in Palm Springs, Calif. Christopher McBrien of Reno, Nev., died March 19 of cancer. He was 73. Born in Scotland, Brother McBrien joined the SIU in 1951. He sailed in the engine department, most recently as chief electrician. Burial was at Mountain View Cemetery in Reno. Robert Harrell Moore, 40, died March 19 of cardiopulmonary arrest. Born in California and a resident of Honolulu, Hawaii, Brother Moore joined the SIU in 1968. He sailed in the steward department. Seafarer Moore is survived by his parents, Ashton E. and Ruth Moore of Cottonwood, Calif. Cremation took place in Honolulu. vived by his wife, Guy Said, and a son, Douglas. Burial was at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park in Colma, Calif. Great Lakes George Alvin Glover, 74, died of cardiac arrest July 29. He was 75. A resident o Muskegon, Mich., Seafarer Glover joined the SIU in 1947 and sailed in the deck department. He is survived by his wife, Margaret. Burial was at Hart Cemetery in Hart, Mich. Edward Lombardi, 73, died April 27 of acute respiratory failure. Born in New Jersey and a resident of Sterling Heights, Mich., Brother Lombardi joined the SIU in 1964, sailing in the steward department. Burial took place at Resurrection Cemetery in Mt. Clemens, Mich. Angelo F. Simone of Duluth, Minn. died July 3 of lung cancer. He was 57. Born in Minnesota, Brother Simone joined the· SIU in 1947, sailing in the deck department. He is survived by a daughter, Jennie, of Milwaukee, Wis. and a brother, Vincent, of Duluth. Burial was at Oneota Cemetery in Duluth. Robert W. Smith, 73, died July 15 oflung disease. Born in Massachusetts and a resident of Port Richey, Fla., Brother Smith joined the SIU in 1961, sailing in the deck department. He sailed for Great Lakes Towing Co. Seafarer Smith is survived by his wife, Betty. Cremation took place at All Suncoast Crematory in Hudson, Fla. George E. Swindell died of arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease Aug. 1. He was 80. Born in Ohio and a resident of Waterford, Mich., Brother Swindell joined the SIU in 1953. He sailed in the engine department. Seafarer Swindell is survived by a brother, William, of Dryton, Mich. Burial took place at Ottowa Park Cemetery in Independence Township, Mich. Veteran SIU Official Laid to Rest Hernando Esteban Pascual of San Francisco, Calif., died June 26 of acute leukemia. He was 42. Born in the Philippines, Brother Pascual joined the -merged arine a ards Union in 1969. He sailed in the steward department. Seafarer Pascual is survived by his wife Erlinda R., a son, Jorword, and a daughter, Jocelyn. Burial was at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma, Calif. Raymond Carl Pierce, 69, died June 20 of heart disease. Born in Missouri and a resident of Federal Way, Wash., Brother Pierce joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in 1958. He sailed as a chief steward. Seafarer Pierce is survived by his wife Kathy. Burial took place at Evergreen Memorial Park in Seattle, Wash. Samuel Alexander Tate, 84, died Aug. 7 following respiratory arrest. A resident of Morganton, N.C., Brother Tate joined the SIU in 1942 and retired in 1965. He sailed in the steward department. Seafarer Tate is survived by his wife, Dora. Burial was at Olive Hill Cemetery in Morganton. George Bolt Thurmer of Oak Ridge, Tenn. died June 30. He was 74. Born in Tennessee,. Brother Thurmer joined the SIU in 1967. He is survived by his wife Maggie Lee. Burial took place Oliver Springs Cemetery in Oliver Springs, Tenn. Dock Doon Wong, 81, died July 22 following cardiopulmonary arrest. Born in China and a resident of San Francisco, Calif., Seafarer Wong joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in 1957. He is sur- SIU Vice President George McCartney, right, delivered a moving eulogy at the gravesite of his long-time friend and retired SIU official, E.B. McAuley. McAuley died June 11 at the age of 63. His ashes were interred at the Seafarers Haven Cemetery in Valley Lee, Md. The following SIU members have retired on pension: DEEP SEA Algonac Clinton B. Brown Joseph H. Sevigny Mobile Gene T. Sexton James E. Tanner New Orleans Louis T. Galuska Percy W. Kennedy Calvin J. Troxclair Baltimore Ranulfo D. Alvarez Samuel Johnson Calvin T. Price New York Juan 0. Otero Joseph A. Puglisi George F. Smith John J. Sullivan Houston Antonio Molis Puerto Rico Isaac Vega Brown Jacksonville Frederick W. Neil Jr. San Francisco Eli Q. Kralich September 1987 I LOG I 29 - �CL L NP -Company/Lakes -Lakes -Non Priority Directory of Ports Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes AUGUST 1-31, 1987 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 24 3 DECK DEPARTMENT 0 30 13 0 11 3 5 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 9 5 0 5 2 0 4 Port Algonac ................... 0 Port Algonac ................... 0 11 Port Algonac ................... 0 5 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 11 0 2 23 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 Port Algonac ................... 0 9 Frank Drozak, President Joe DiGiorgio, Secretary Leon Hall, Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President Roy A. Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP HEADQUARTERS 0 20 Totals All Departments ........ 63 28 0 50 0 0 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. 12 5 32 11 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) 327-4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio 5443 Ridge Rd. 44129 (216) 845-1100 Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 1-31, 1987 Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. - Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. • TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 52 1 12 30 9 30 29 28 17 44 12 7 27 0 2 300 25 5 14 10 12 24 18 9 5 6 8 4 6 8 11 9 5 1 17 1 0 5 95 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DULUTH, Minn . 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU, Hawaii 636 Cooke St. 96813 (808) 523-5434 1 1 0 3 1 5 2 10 5 3 0 4 2 0 1 38 33 0 9 15 5 31 30 33 21 23 9 7 32 0 1 249 DECK DEPARTMENT 10 1 0 0 5 0 9 3 1 3 4 7 15 2 8 7 4 6 4 2 0 0 13 5 9 3 0 0 4 0 90 35 7 0 4 3 0 5 3 5 4 7 4 5 6 0 1 54 99 3 12 28 16 66 40 51 30 77 23 9 54 0 1 509 9 7 4 3 4 8 11 11 9 9 2 14 4 0 5 100 0 1 0 2 2 3 4 17 10 3 0 2 0 0 1 45 0 0 1 0 0 2 4 7 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 6 0 1 0 0 3 2 0 3 0 10 2 5 1 4 5 2 2 6 0 0 0 8 9 5 1 0 0 0 1 55 21 6 0 1 0 1 2 1 0 3 2 2 6 1 0 0 25 59 5 8 8 11 44 35 24 16 49 11 5 33 0 1 309 14 5 2 5 3 8 5 7 6 7 2 12 3 0 0 79 0 0 1 0 0 4 4 5 1 3 0 2 0 0 0 20 11 22 6 9 18 0 2 185 8 2 2 5 3 10 4 3 7 5 2 11 5 0 0 67 0 6 0 0 1 26 23 4 8 12 7 2 24 17 14 9 7 6 20 0 1 172 Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco. . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. 24 1 4 5 5 16 5 43 5 20 3 5 10 0 2 148 3 3 0 0 2 2 6 8 0 3 0 20 1 0 5 53 0 0 0 1 1 3 1 8 1 1 0 20 0 0 0 36 16 0 3 4 3 23 15 33 10 14 4 11 13 0 3 152 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 3 0 5 5 3 0 2 1 0 0 14 13 0 0 0 0 2 0 34 20 4 0 2 1 0 7 1 8 0 3 1 54 2 0 0 83 45 2 8 6 6 25 13 82 13 37 4 4 18 0 3 266 8 3 0 0 2 1 11 11 1 7 0 24 1 0 9 78 0 0 0 1 1 4 1 10 1 2 0 26 0 0 2 48 Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. 12 1 2 12 3 18 5 24 12 30 4 2 11 0 0 136 13 4 4 17 4 13 12 6 11 19 8 82 7 0 6 206 7 2 0 8 0 18 8 27 8 4 0 201 3 0 3 289 10 1 1 9 0 13 8 21 10 23 4 3 10 0 0 113 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 5 5 0 0 8 0 17 4 3 1 15 18 11 2 15 3 7 1 10 3 2 0 180 66 2 6 0 0 2 1 155 232 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 0 3 9 3 29 10 71 21 40 14 6 21 0 0 267 37 9 4 10 6 13 13 22 21 24 15 122 9 0 12 317 12 2 1 9 0 190 5 0 8 328 Totals All Departments ...... 769 421 389 686 162 1,351 574 441 9 2 3 334 308 2 38 9 25 18 9 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was down from the month of July. A total of 1,490 jobs were shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,490 jobs shipped, 686 jobs or about 46 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 162 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 5, 766 jobs have been shipped. 30 I LOG I September 1987 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD, Mass. 50 Union St. 02740 (617) 997-5404 NE ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 Third St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 441-19~0 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON, Calif. 510 N. Broad Ave. 90744 (213) 549-4000 �, DONT LET ALCO~OL PUT YOU I THE 'IRASl:-lf J..IEAPo GET HELP WITl-I YOUR PROBLEM a CONTACT YOUR PORT AGENT OR S.1.U.AT PINEY POlNTo 'The Road to Recovery • • • 'Choosing a Way of Life .. ' On March 18, 1987, I finally got up enough courage to admit myself into our Union's Alcohol/Drug Rehabilitation Program. That is the best thing I have ever done for myself. The program is not easy. I realized a lot about myself and became much more aware of my feelings and my patterns in life. Being in a clear state of mind, I am now able to choose the way of life I see best for me. The program is very successful and the staff is very understanding of your problems. I would love to extend an invitation to all my Brothers and Sisters to take advantage of this program set up especially for us who want freedom from drugs or alcohol. It works if you work it! Please accept my most sincere compliments and gratitude for your series of articles on Alcoholics Anonymous. I am glad to see the extensive use of direct quotes from the "Big Book." However, many of the most frequently asked questions by both newcomers and outsiders are answered in our Traditions. "Must my employer know that I'm attending AA meetings?" "How much does it cost to join, and what are the qualifications?" "Will my family be informed of my membership?" "Do I have to belong to a certain church, or some other organization?" These questions, and many more, are very clearly answered in the Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. Without fail, every AA group that I know of that is growing and thriving and "carrying the message" places much importance on the strict adherence to these Traditions. Please let your readers know about our Traditions. Perhaps by answering some of their questi , someone else may be aided in walking through our o freedom. Sincerely Sharon L. Ortiz Seattle, Wash. The Twelve Traditions of AA 1. Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon AA unity. 2. For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority-a loving God as He may express Himself in our group con- Sincerely yours, Robert L.B.. Gran (G-1167) Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. 3. 4. • ing We want to make sure that you receive your copy of the LOG each month and other important mail such as W-2 Forms, Union Mail and Welfare Bulletins. To accomplish this, please use the address form on this page to update your home address. I 5. 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(Signed) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _,:___ ------------------~-------------------~--------------------~ 12. science. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern. The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drin ing. Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups of AA as a whole. Each group has but one primary purpose-to carry its message to the alcoholic who still suffers. An AA group ought never endorse, finance or lend the AA name to any related facility or outside enterprise, lest problems of money, property and prestige divert us from our primary purpose. Every "AA group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. Alcoholics Anonymous should remain forever nonprofessional, but our service centers may employ special workers. AA, as such, ought never be organized; but we may create service boards or committees directly responsible to those they serve. Alcoholics Anonymous has no opinion on outside issues; hence the AA name ought never be drawn into public controversy. Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity at the level of press, radio and films. Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our Traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities. September 1987 I LOG I 31 �Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-CIO Washington Report Even though Congress was in recess for the summer, August was a hectic month for the SIU's legislative staff. The free trade talks between the United States and Canada were reaching a critical stage; events in the Persian Gulf continued to heat up, and the SIUNA held its Trienniel Convention. Canada Free Trade Talks The free trade talks held between the United States and Canada had the potential to bring about far-reaching changes in the job security of seamen north and south of the border. Unfortunately, these changes would be mainly for the worse. As reported in earlier issues of the LOG, this nation's entire system of maritime promotional programs and cabotage laws were on the bargaining table. The negotiations, which had been under way for several months, were reaching a critical stage. Under a "fast track" authority deadline, the administration has until Oct. 5, 1987 to submit a set of proposals. Congress would then have to vote the treaty up or down-it could not make any changes. The leaders of two major North American maritime unions, Frank Drozak, president of the Seafarers International Union of North America-AGLIWD, and Roman Gralewicz, president of the Seafarers International Union of Canada, issued a joint statement stating that the maritime programs of the United States and Canada were being "needlessly placed in jeopardy" by the two countries' rush to complete a free trade agreement. The letter, which was sent to President Reagan and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, urged that maritime i ue be removed from current trade negotiation . Support was growing in the House and the Senate to protect the integrity of the Jones Act. A concurrent resolution introduced by Sen. John Breaux (D-La.) urged that any consideration of changes in U.S. maritime policy or laws be removed from the agenda of the U.S.Canada free trade negotiations. At press time, it had 56 cosponsors. The Senate adjourned for its summer recess before the resolution was brought to the floor for a vote. House Concurrent Resolution 157, which seeks to achieve the same thing, now has over 228 cosponsors. Kuwaiti Reflagging - Events in the Persian Gulf dominated the news in August. The U.S. Navy continued escorting 11 reflagged Kuwaiti tankers. Meanwhile, the United States government worked behind the scenes to get a la ting cease fire between the two combatants, Iran and Iraq. The reflagging of those 11 Kuwaiti tankers was among the most discussed topics at the Trienniel Convention of the SIUNA. On the last day of the convention, AFL-CIO Pre ident Lane Kirkland said, "We are notju t reflagging ships in the Persian Gulf, we are reflagging the American economy. 32 I LOG I September 1987 September 1987 Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings "No one disputes that we have vital national security interests in the Middle East. But we do take issue with the view that the cause of international law is served by throwing overboard our country's laws on the manning construction and safety standards of American shipping. ''The administration has spent billions on exotic weaponry, but they are leaving us without the ships to carry men and guns and tanks to the trouble spots of the real world." One day after the SIUNA Convention, The Washington Post and other leading newspapers reported that Kuwait is seriously considering leasing at least two American-owned tankers. "[One] reason the Kuwaitis are interested in leasing," said the Post," ... is to appease the member of Congress and U.S. maritime union critical of the administration's reflagging decision, made at a time when more than 40 U.S. tankers are in mothballs for lack of business." Trade ''Trade remains a top priority of this organization,'' said SIU President Frank Drozak at the Trienniel Convention. Both the House and Senate have passed bills on this matter. Although differences exist between the two version , reconciling those differences will not be the major problem. Coming up with a bill that i either acceptable to the administration or veto-proof is what concerns politicians in both houses. ''The industry is very concerned about the trade bill's provisions dealing directly with shipping," noted The Journal of Commerce recently. According to the Journal, the administration ''has raised objections'' to provisions in both the Senate and House bills that would increase the powers of the Federal Maritime Commission to combat "unfair" foreign shipping laws and practices. ''The trade bill is of vital concern to the members of this Union," said SIU Director of Legislative Affairs Frank Pecquex. "Without a doubt, unfair foreign trade is one of the most difficult issues facing American shipowners, and we need to take steps to correct that." Fishing Vessels The House and the Senate passed emergency legislation temporarily suspending the right of the U.S. Coast Guard to issue certificates of documentation to foreign-built fish processing vessels. The move was taken to prevent the owners of foreign-built fish processing vessels from taking advantage of a vaguely-worded documentation law which had been loosely interpreted by the Coast Guard. A bill dealing with this issue, H.R. 2598, the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Anti-Reflagging Act of 1987, was reported out of the House Merchant Marine Fisheries Committee. The Senate is expected to deal with the issue after recess. Liner Subsidy Reform Bill While the administration has announced the high points of its new subsidy reform bill, it has not yet sent a full draft version of that bill to Capitol Hill. "Reform of the subsidy program for liner operations is an issue sure to heat up in the coming months," predicted The Journal of Commerce in an update on the IOOth Congress. "But final congressional action is unlikely this year." Reform of the liner subsidy program has been a top priority of the SIU and other maritime unions. Still, the industry remains divided over this issue, and the administration's initial proposal marks a drastic change from previous practice. Bork Organized labor has added its voice to the growing chorus of civil rights groups which oppose President Reagan's nomination of Robert Bork to the Supreme Court. The AFL-CIO News notes that Bork's record on affirmative action, women's issues, labor law and civil rights is in sharp contrast with that of his predecessor, Supreme Court Justice Lewis F. Powell, a moderate whose chair Bork has been nominated to fill. The main complaint that most civil rights groups have against Bork i that he will form the crucial fifth vote that conservative activists have been looking for to tum back many of the advances that have been gained during the past 20 years. Newspapers are predicting that the Bork nomination will be among the most hotlydebated of the century and that it will take up a large portion of the Senate's time after the August recess. Passin Two good friends of the SIU passed away earlier this summer. Bayard Rustin, the widely-respected civil rights activist who helped Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. organize the 1963 March on Washington, died of a heart attack at the age 75. A resolution commemorating his contributions to the labor movement was one of 61 passed at the SIUNA Convention. William Doherty, who for many years headed the Postal Workers Union, passed away earlier this summer. He helped his members achieve important improvements in their wages, benefits and working conditions. During the '50s, Doherty was part of a labor committee put together by AFL President George Meany to deal with corruption on the waterfront. Along with then SIU President Paul Hall, Doherty helped fight organized crime on the docks. Doherty's legacy will live on. Among his many survivors is his grandson, Brian, who is an official of the United Industrial Workers Union, an affiliate of the SIU-AGLIWD. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1987 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES DELEGATES APPROVE SIUNA RESTRUCTURING STUDY UNIONS WANT MARITIME REMOVED FROM TABLE BAYARD RUSTIN CIVIL RIGHTS, LABOR ACTIVIST, DEAD AT 75 GULF SHIP ATTACKS RISE NMU, MEBA-1 TO MERGE TRADE TOPS DROZAK’S WHITE HOUSE VISIT REAGAN AND MULRONEY URGED TO PROTECT MARITIME POLICY I. W. ABEL, FORMER PRESIDENT OF STEEELWORKERS, DIES SEAFARERS ARE READY FOR REFORGER USNS MERCY MASTER HONORED CAPT. DON SMITH, DEAD AT 54 AMERICAN CORMORANT CHARTERED USNS COMFORT DEDICATED IN SAN DIEGO USNS SPICA’S SPECIAL DELIVERY PROCEDURE CHANGE AT MSCPAC SIUNA LOOKS TO FUTURE WITH HOPE AND NEW PROGRAMS DROZAK PROPOSES NEW STRUCTURE TO MEET CHALLENGES OF 1990S AFL-CIO PRESIDENT LANE KIRKLAND ‘THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A NEED FOR A STRONG LABOR MOVEMENT’ DROZAK ACCEPTS MEANY MEMORIAL BENTLEY POINTS OUT “30 YEARS OF BROKEN PROMISES” TI’S HENRY SAYS: GOVERNMENT IS MISSING PARTNER FREE TRADE TALKS, CANADA PACT IS NO PLACE FOR MARITIME ISSUES TRADE BILL AND 88 ELECTION TOP SIU PRIORITIES D-2’S JOSEPH EXPLAINS SMU WILL GROW- PROVIDE OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL SEAFARERS ITF FIGHTS OPEN FLAGS SIU HAS CLOUT ON CAPITOL HILL LACK OF CARGO HURTS INLAND NEW V.P. ANDERSON REPORTS FISHING INDUSTRY FACES CRISIS REP. JOE GAYDOS CALLS FLEET “SMALL AND INADEQUATE” BARBER’S ROBERT POUCH “SIU IS COMMITTED TO PROFESSIONALISM” HUBERT H. HUMPHREY III “THE BLAME FOR MARITIME’S DECLINE DOES NOT REST WITH THE WORKERS” SIUNA ADOPTS RESOLUTIONS TO PROTECT WORKERS SIUNA ACCEPTS CHALLENGES OF THE 1990’S AND BEYOND SCHULMAN RETIRES AFTER 25 YEARS MERCER PRAISES MTSU-SIU MERGER U.S.-CANADIAN INTERESTS TIED GREAT LAKES JOBS MAY JUMP SIUNA COMMITTEES MEET TO CHART COURSE MARYLAND PROUD TO HOUSE SIU REP. JAMES QUILLEN “U.S. FLAG FLEET IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY” AUTOMATION: THE FUTURE IS NOW! THE SIU IN WASHINGTON CANADA FREE TRADE TALKS TRADE BORK PASSINGS FISHING VESSELS KUWAITI REFLAGGING LINER SUBSIDY REFORM BILL Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1987 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 49, No. 9 1987 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/358d71eb6617a2325cd9db65ca653e41.pdf 3d8872e86ec4794c8777ef47eb1c69e5 PDF Text Text Official Publication of the Seafarers International Vnion • Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District• AFL-CIO Vol. SO, No. 9, September 1988 AFL-CIO Endorses Dukakis-Bentsen Ticket Military Sealift Command Charter SIU Crews Constellation Seafarers crewed another new ship late last month, the MN Maersk Constellation. The ship can carry roll-on/roll·off, container or breakbulk cargo. She will be chartered to the Miliuary Sealift Command for West Coast sailings to Far East stations. {See page 9.) S -Bae ed Fish1n oat Safety Bill Ready o Sign U.S.-flag fishing vessels and their crewmembers will see safety upgraded if President Reagan signs a new bill which will toU€hen safety regulations in the nation's most dangerous oi;i;u pation. As the LOO went to press, HR 1841 had passed both houses of Ccn~ress and was ready for Reagan's signature. He is expected to sign the bill. The bill is a result of more than two years of work to strengthen safety in the industry. It requires fishing, fish processing vends and fish tender v~ssels to carry lifeboats, immersion suits, radio equipment, navigation equipment, first aid gear and other safety items the Coast Guard determines is necessary. The SIU backed the strong safety provisions in the bill and sought additional regulations. ''This is a good starting point, but should be thought of as a minimum, not the ultimate in safety said SIU Pres· ident Mike Sacco. Studies show that more than 250 fishing boats a year are lost, almost one every working day. Those type of casualties make the fishing industry even more dangerous than coal mining. In addition, larger boats, carrying 16 or more people, will be required to carry emergency position indicating radio beacons, radar, fire protection and fire fighting equipment, along with several other safety-related requirements. Rep. Gerry Studds (D-Mass.), Rep. Mike Lowry (D-Wash.), and senators John Kerry (D-Mass.) and John Chafee (R-RI.) were key figures in the passage of the bill. 1• • WASHINGTON Democratic presidential candidate Michael S. Dukakis welcomed the endorsement of the 14.1 million-member AFL-CIO, including the SIU, and asked labor to join in his goal of forging ''a new era of greatness for America.'' Dukakis was cheered and applauded frequently as he addressed the federation's General Board in a crowded hotel ballroom here. When the Massachusetts governor finished to a standing ovation, AFLCIO President Lane Kirkland responded by saying labor enters the campaign ''with_enthusiasm and confidence," adding: "We know the stakes and we are ready for the challenge." Earlier, after the delegates discus sed the endorsement issue, AFLCIO Secretary-Treasurer Thomas R. Donahue announced the results of the rollcall of unions; 12,032,815 for the Dukakis-Bentsen ticket; zero for the Bush/Quayle slate; and zero for no endorsement. Three unions abstai ned. They are t he Airline Pilo ts, Teamsters, and the ational Marine Engineers. Dukakis scorched the Reagan-Bush record on the economy. He said more people may be working today, but the real income of the average family is "right where it was 20 years ago" even though husband and wife both work in most families. Between 1979 and 1985, Dukakis said, the average weekly wage of jobs which have been lost was $440, to be replaced by jobs paying an average of one-third less. The recent rise in interest rates represents ''the legacy of eight years of borrow and spend and borrow and spend, another tax on middle America," he said. He put the tax at $1,000 more a year for families with adjustable rate mortgages, $300 more on every car loan, and a billion dollars in new costs for farmers. Dukakis criticized the Reagan-Bush policies as having created "a Swisscheese economy that's booming on the two coasts and full of holes in the heartland." He said the nation has shifted from an $18 billion trade surplus in 1981 to a trade deficit of $150 billion in 1987. He said the nation's trade and budget deficits will burden coming generations. The Democratic contender said the nation cannot settle for the ''slowgrowth, high inflation economy we are (Continued on Page 5.) New Puerto Rico Marine Ships-Jobs fqr Seafarers Seafarers have just crewed one of the five new Puerto Rico Marine Lancerclass ships, the Guayama, as it was getting her final touches in a Tampa shipyard. The Guayama was one of the Lancer-class ships the company acquired at a recent auction. The ships are former United States Lines ships. That former shipping giant went bankrupt in 1986. The Maritime Administration gave Puerto Rico Marine permission last month to use three of the ships in domestic trades between San Juan and the U.S. East & Gulf Coasts. Marad permission was needed because the ships had been built with Construction Differential subsidy. Inside: SIU A&G Election: Credentials Committee Report Pages 11-13 1 Coast Guard s Drug Testing Program Is Faulted by Labor and Industry Pages 2 and 4 SIU Aids Inland Industry Page 7 The MIV Guayama tied up in Tampa shipyard. (See photos on page 5.) �President's Report by Michael Sacco The Coast Guard's Testing Proposals A s the nation's drug crisis continues to deepen in the absence of a clear, carefully considered, comprehensive national policy for dealing with it, there is a danger that hasty, ill-considered and inappropriate solutions will be sought by an administration anxious to show that it's doing something. That's exactly what seems to be the case in the Coast Guard's proposed programs to require chemical testing of seamen, which the agency says it "expects to discourage drug and alcohol use by merchant marine personnel" and "should also reduce the potential for marine casualties related to drug and alcohol use.'' First off, it should be noted that our union, virtually since its inception, has maintained safety programs in its entry-rating training and upgrading courses at the Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Secondly, the SIU pioneered in the establishment of educational campaigns against drug and alcohol abuse, and with the support of the industry, set up rehabilitative programs at the Piney Point facility which have been very successful over the years. So we are in complete accord with the Coast Guard's objective of discouraging drug abuses in the maritime industry. The problem we have with the Coast Guard testing plan is that it would burden an already battered industry with a highly complex, expensive plan without any evidence that such a program is warranted by existing conditions. In its haste to meet administration timetables for a show of action on the nation's drug problem, the Coast Guard offers no statistical evidence to support the proposal. The agency estimates that the initial annual cost of the program will be $62.3 million paid for by the industry. Industry estimates the figure in the hundreds of millions. Meanwhile, foreign-flag competition would be free of any such additional cost of operations, making our ships less competitive and wiping out all the efforts that have been made in that direction by American-flag ships. In a nutshell, if these proposals were to be adopted, the maritime industry would come out of the situation in considerably worse shape that it was when it went in, because the Coast Guard is trying to fix something that they haven't proved needs fixing. Beyond that is our fundamental concern with the protection of an individual member s privacy rights. which surely would be in danger of violation as the proposal currently reads. We have gone into considcrnbk: detail in jointly submitting with the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association our comments on the Coast Guard proposals. SIU members will be kept advised of developments in this situation. Meanwhile. they should be assured that while we accept our responsibi1ities to hell' in protecting society against the damage done by drug and alcohol abuse. we are also committed to protecting the individual rights of our members and the ability of the industry to stay afloat. Rep. Sullivan became Chairman of the Merchant Marine Committee in 1972. We of the SIU will 'never forget her effective leadership in winning House passage of the Energy Transportation Security Act of 1974, othe.rwise known as the "cargo preference bill," which would have guaranteed U.S. tankers carriage of ultimately 30 percent of oil imports. The Senate, where the fight for the bill was led by Senator Russell Long of Louisiana, had already adopted the legislation. It appeared almost certain that this bill would be signed into law by President Ford because he had indicated to Senator Long and others that he intended to do so. Great pressure was put on Ford by his top cabinet officers, notably those from the State Department. Ford succumbed and went back on his word and pocket-vetoed the bill. In his autobiography, President Ford referred to "Paul Hall, president of the Seafarers International Union of North America ... a long-time personal friend ... I knew that my decision would come as a blow to Hall and when I telephoned him from Vail, our conversation was strained. He was terribly disappointed ... " Rep. Sullivan shared the disappointment that we of the SIU all felt after playing so important a role in that cargo preference battle. We remember, too, that Mrs. Sullivan also championed causes of the consumer and the disadvantaged and was frequently honored for her intensive efforts in the enactment of protective legislation such as the truth-in-lending law, which she wrote in J968. But this fine lady will be remembered especially by Seafarers for her outstanding contributions to the well being of the marine transportation industry and the men and women who depend upon it for their livelihoods. Upgraders Visit Capitol Hill 1 Leonor Sullivan, A Good Friend of Seafarers Seafarers have lMt a. truly great friend in the passing of former Congresswoman Leonor Sullivan, who died at the age of 85 in her native St. Louis on September I. This gracious lady was a consistent fighter for a viable American-flag deep sea shipping capability throughout her years in Congress and as a member of the House M~r~hant Marine and Fisheries Committee. And no one fought more aggressively and with more determination in support of an etfec;tive inland waterways transportation system. Last month members of the QMED class had chance to visit the Capitol as part of their Union Education week. Pictured above are James Bloodworth Ill, Robert Butler, Frank Coburn, David Cuffee, Riley Donahue III, Rafael Figueroa, Laurence Gilley, Richard Grosso, Sam Hacker, Edgar Hantsche Jr., Francis Jaworski, Michael LasDulce, Michael Lawson, Alberto Matos, Roy Matteson Jr., Wilmer McCants, Luong Ngo, Elwood Perlie, John PhiUips, Pedro Santia20, James Scanlon, Michael Scardina, Leroy Williams, John Wilson, Melvin Brumftied, Ronald Giannini, Raymond Doody and SIU Legislative Rep. Liz DeMato. Vol. 50. o. 9 September 1 Executive Board Michael Sacco President ~lt .Charles Svenson Editor Mike Hall Managing Editor Max Hall Deborah Greene Associate Editor Associate Editor 2 I LOG I September 1988 Joseph Sacco Joseph DiGiorgio Angus "Red" Campbell Executive Vice President Secretary Vice President John Fay George McCartney Thomas Glidewell Vice President Vice President Vice President Roy Mercer Steve Edney Jack Caffey Vice President Vice President Vice President The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL·CIO, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md . 20746, Tel. 8990675. Second-class postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER : Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �SIU Leads Labor Coalition to Protect Jobs GAIT Could Put U.S. Maritime Up for Grabs Last year, when American maritime programs such as the Jones Act and cargo preference were threatened by the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the SIU went to work to conquer that threat. A coalition led by the Union, the SIU of Canada and other maritime groups, was able to pressure U.S. trade negotiators into removing those maritime threats from the treaty. That same group now has a bigger fight on its hands, and if it doesn't win. some 97 countries could find the door open to U.S. maritime promotional programs. The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) is a worldwide trade agreement established after World War II to govern economic and trade relations. Over the years it has covered many areas of trade. But now, for the first time, maritime services could be included. And the SIU is ready to protect the U.S.-flag merchant marine. As in the case with the FTA. there is fear that liberalized trade rules could open the door to foreign-flag participation in domestic shipping and cargo preference, the last two remaining major maritime promotional programs in the U.S. ''Our experience with the Ff A has heightened awareness and concerns about including shipping in the GATT agenda," said SIU President Mike Sacco. "This is a complicated and long-term process, but we have to stay on top of it, because for us, the bottom line is protecting the jobs of our membership. Things are tough enough as it is, and the last thing we need to see is a Sri Lankan ship hauling military cargo or somebody from Vanuatu moving coal from Norfolk to Boston," Sacco said. During the Canadian talks, there had been some mention of allowing Canadian shipping firms many of the same rights U.S. companies have. Not only would that have been a major blow to the American maritime industry, it very easily could have opened the door for other countries into the same areas. Because of individual trading agreements between the U.S. and countries which hold a "most favored nation" trading status, once one nation is granted certain trading rights, those "most favored" countries may automatically qualify for the same privileges. "What we have now is basically the same fight, but on a much larger scale. The GATT talks have not focused specifically on maritime programs yet. We have to be prepared," Sacco said. Currently those talks have focused on an overall framework for an agreement, negotiators for the United States Trade Representative told a recent meeting of more than a dozen maritime groups. In December, when the next round of GAIT talks begins, it is expected that maritime will be included. According to reports, the U.S. negotiators do not favor including major U.S. maritime programs in the talks. However, no assurances have been given that maritime services will be completely excluded. Seafarers Benefit in New Twist on Flag Switch as Foreign Owners See Advantages in Stars and Stripes Re/lagging Since the end of World War II, thousands of American-owned ships have abandoned the Stars and Stripes to sail under flags of convenience. When asked ''Why?'' the answer was, invariably, the high cost of doing business under the American flag. Crew costs were too high and regulations too strict_ The SIU has spent decades fighting the runaway· flag phenomenon. Now according to a recently released Coast Guard document, there may a revenal of that trend on the horizon. Since 1980 ~ome 60 ships have switched from other nations· flags to the U.S. flag. A quick count shows that Seafarers ar·e crewing 40 percent of those ships which Mc sailing on a regular basis. Of the ships re.flagged, 11 are the Kuwaiti-owned tankers which carry only an Amercian master and radio officer_ About a dozen others are in the R~ady Reserve F1eet. SIU Vice President Red Campbell said the reftagging trend can be attributed tc increased competitiveness_ ' Tm convinced we offer the best trained crews anywhere in the world and during the past several years we have worked to keep costs down, but not at the expense of the working Seafarer. "You know it's odd. We've been beaten over the head for years about the so-called high price of U .S. crews and U.S. -flag operations and these ~eo~le come in and reftag because they can see a profit. Maybe it's time for the administration to take a look and realize what's hurting us is not the cost. but the lack of any maritime policy at all ... Campbell said. "We welcome almost anything that can help our membership find good jobs. If this is a trend. great. But it's still no substitute for a full-scale maritime 1 1 policy. The industry-labor and management-has done its part; now it's time for the government to do theirs," said SIU President Mike Sacco. The Coast Guard has issued a Navigation and Vessels Inspection Circular (NA VIC), which is a sort of handbook for reflagging under the American flag. "We had very few requests for reftagging inspections until the late 1970s' said Lt. Cmdr. John Venjture of the Coast Guard's inspection bureau. ''But in the late '70s a trend seemed to be developing so we issued the NA VIC and make it available to companies who arc interested,'' he told the transportation magazine Traffic World. The NAVIC applies to foreign-built vessels between two and I 0 years old. "American shipyards are aware before they begin r;onstrur;tion of the standards they must meet,' said another Coast Guard officer, ''and our people are on hand or available through the entire process. Ships built abroad are another story. That's not to say they aren't as well built or less safe. They may even be better. But they usually weren't built with our specific requirements in mind." Venjture said the 10- and two-year limits stated in the NAVIC are not absolutes for passing an inspection ultimately. ''But ships built less than I 0 years ago are more likely to conform to our standards than older ones, while ships that have been at sea two years have more or less proven themselves in service.·· The certmcation process simply takes longer for older than newer vessels, he said. The usual practice said Venjture , is for a shipowner, NA VIC in hand to put his vessel in drydock, and have the shipyard incorporate whatever changes in structural characteristics, equipment, operating 1 1 1 1 fixtures and whatever else makes the vessel conform to NAVIC specifications. Then the Coast Guard performs a shipboard inspection and certifies the vessel or directs more revisions. Maritime observers said there are several reasons a company might wish to reflag its ships. One pointed to by several people was legislation introduced in the House of Representatives last year which would have required that a certain percentage of cars shipped to the U.S. be carried on American ships. The SIU strongly backed that bill, but it did not make it to the House floor. However, several car carriers, including the SIUcontracted Overseas Joyce, are now sailing under the American flag. While reftagged ships are barred from the domestic trade under the terms of the Jones Act and from carrying P.L.480 cargo for three years after reflagging, government-impelled cargo is a big draw. Many of the current ships hauling cargo for the Military Sealift Command are reftagged. including the Maresk Line ships now crewed by Seafarers. ''More and more seem to be getting into it for their own reasons. whatever those reasons may be," said a Coast Guard officer who has been observing the trend. "Some factors in their decisions are the declining dollar, I think, and the fact that American crew costs are leveling out and becoming more competitive with European and Japanese crews. Also, International Maritime Organization standards for various aspects of the industry have come to more closely match American standards. "Somewhere along the line," the officer said, "they just decide that the advantages of flying Old Glory outweigh the disadvantages." Kirkland's Labor Day Messag....... e-8 Years Is Enough By Lane Kirkland President, AFL-CIO Traditionally, in even-numbered years, Labor Day begins the countdown to Election Day. On Labor Day 1988 America's working men and women are preparing to reassert the proposition that government is an instrument of all the people, enabling them to ar;hicvc collectively things that arc beyond their reach individually. To every candidate for every office, our message • is the same: It is time to restore government to its rightful place alongside its citizens. helping to pull the load and lead the way to a better life for all. The present administration preached that government is the enemy of the people and gained votes by promising to diminish its role in their lives. But for eight years government power has been asserted as strongly as ever-but only on behalf of some of the people. not all of them. After eight years. the lesson has been learned: Americans are saying Yes to each other, Yes to the quest for fairness, Yes to the idea of government as an ally and not an adversary of the people. Experience over the 107-year history of the federation that is now the AFL-CIO has shown the absolute necessity of countervailing institutions-a watchful government and strong trade unions-to restrain predatory profit-seekers and ensure that the interests of workers and consumers are not sacrificed. (Continued on Page S.) September 1988 I LOG I 3 �Union Seeks fairness in Coast Guard's Program New Drug Testing Plan Draws Maritime's Fire (See PRESIDENT'S REPORT, Page 2) Several maritime groups, including the Sl U, have criticized a Coast Guard drug testing proposal which calls for random mandatory drug testing of all marine employees, with the bill to be footed by the industry. Some estimate the cost as high as $150 million a year. The proposal also has drawn fire for its lack of statistical evidence on drug use and safety in the maritime industry and for the haste the Coast Guard used in presenting it, leaving affected groups little time to study the proposal and respond. Normally, the federal rulemaking process is a time-consuming affair. An agency will study a problem and issue a set of proposals. The industry and groups affected will then have up to several months to respond through public hearings and very detailed written comments. Then the agency which issued the proposals normally takes several more months to study the responses and issue final rules, usually including many of the suggestions from the hearings and written comments. For example, the proposals on Construction Differential Subsidy payback for tankers seeking entry into the Alaska oil trade took almost two years before a final rule was issued. That was eventually challenged in court and overturned. While no group disagreed that a drug and alcohol free workplace is a desirable goal, there is little evidence indicating drug use is a cause of injury, accident or death. In its proposed rulemaking, the Coast Guard admits its data ''do not specifically identify the use of drugs or alcohol as a major causal effect in commercial vessel losses or casualty damage.'' The agency also acknowk:dgcs that what data it does have is "sparse and not conclusive ... ult is an understatement to say we are dismayed that a federal Mency would propose a program of such economic and soi;ietal effect while concomitantly acknowledging that it has no data which :mggcst the program will address an identified need in a regulated industry," said Thomas Allegretti, vice president of operations for the American Waterways Operators. He suggested the Coast Guard and the Department of Tramportation conduct a thorough study to determine what role, if any, intoxicants play in marine casualties. "We consider anything less to be irresponsible," he said. When the proposal was issued this summer, word around the industry was that it would be implemented despite whatever protests might arise. With the reduced amount of time to comment, some believed the drug testing proposal was part of .. election-year fever." The Coast Guard's haste to implement the program has left many holes, according to observers. Ernest J. Corrado, president of the American Institute of Merchant Shipping, said that "We would like to see an effective and efficient program. It is better to take the proper time now to do the job correctly rather than invite litigation or other forms of review." The Coast Guard has been instructed to issue its final rules within two weeks of receiving industry's comments, Allegretti said at the hearing. That part of the process normally takes months. "We believe the rush to regulate will assure that the Coast Guard will not have sufficient time to consider fully the comments which we do provide. We can foresee no way that the agency will be able to craft practical and effective regulations within that wholly unrealistic schedule," he said. There is a great deal of concern within the industry that Coast Guard's regulations would not pass legal muster, based on recent court decisions involving similar random testing programs. Recently a federal judge upheld employees of the Justice Department who challenged a random drug testing program which the Department tried to implement. In another case, a group of federal The Coast Guard's proposed drug regulations have come under fire. Following are some key points in the proposal. • periodic drug resting-as pa1i of required examinations, pre-employ- ment testing. random sampling programs, post-accident and reasonablecausc testing. Mandatory alcohol testin~ also would be required in postaccident and reasonable-cause situations. • implied consent provision-any mariner accepting employment on a U.S. merchant vessel on which any individual is required by law or regulation to hold a license. certificate or merchant mariners document is deemed to have given consent to be tested. Refusal or failure to submit to sampling is considered a violation of regulation and will subject the individual to suspension or revocation of license or document or termination of employment. • suspension or revocation-of license or document, denial of employment, and denial of job applications for illicit drug use and ineligible for 41 LOG I September 1988 (Continued on Page 5.) ~~--------------~--~~--~--------~-~-~--, J Drug TestingYour Opinion A Seafarers LOG Special Report The Proposed Rules te~ting employees at the National Weather Service went to court to stop a random drug testing program and won that case. The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear two drug testing cases during its next session. The Coast Guard estimated that the program could cost as much as $62.3 million a year; some inside the industry expect its cost to be closer to $150 million and charge that the Coast Guard has seriously underestimated the price tag . Other arguments against the drug testing proposal include: • Many of the pending drug testing proposals may conflict with rights protected by the Constitution, raise issues of fairness and evenhandedness in the treatment of employees, create concerns for employers about the cost of comprehensive testing programs, engender conflicts among jurisdictional requirements, and provoke civil liability suits. • Drug testing may be viewed as an intrusion in the right to privacy and a violation of the constitutional prohibition against unreasonable search and seizure by the government once the government requires employers to test workers for durgs. Courts universally have held that urinalysis or blood testing for substance use constitutes a "search" under the Fourth Amendment. • The administration's "drug-free workplace" campaign represents a striking departure from the administration's professed eight-year effort to free business from government meddling. But the government, having failed to cut off the supply of i11egal drugs, is simply foisting the job of drug enforcement and rehabilitation onto employers. The cost of testing, treatment and rehabilitation will affect the seagoing employment until successful completion of rehabilitation and rei.ssuance of license or document. However, employees who are identified as having used dangerous drugs on the job are not required to be afforded an opportunity for rehabi.litation or to be retained or rehired. • rehabilitation-is recommended for those individuals who are detected as drug users for the first time. If an individual has a second confirmed positive test, he will be subject to suspension and revocation of license or document, regardless of rehabilitation options. • marine employer-would be required to have a blood and urine sampling and shipping kit. Evidential breath testi.ng (EBT) devices also are required onboard a vessel at all times, operated by trained and qualified personnel. Marine employers must ensure that appropriate vessel personnel receive formal instruction in specific subject areas prior to being considered qualified operators of EBTs and in the practical application of the proposed requirements. The Coast Guard has proposed very strict, mandatory drug testing regulations for maritime workers (see the accompanying stories and page 4 in the August LOG). The SIU would like to know how you feel about the new proposals, about drug testing in general and whether you believe there is a drug problem onboard U.S.-flag vessels. Please take the time to answer the following questions and return your answers to: The Seafarers LOG Questionnaire # 1 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Yes No Every Seafarer should be required to undergo mandatory and random drug testing as proposed by the Coast Guard. 2 Yes No Drug testing programs should be a matter for collective bargaining between management and labor with no government intrusion. 3 Yes No Drug testing should only be required when there is reasonable cause to suspect an individual is using drugs which impair him while on duty. 4 Yes,_ _ _ _ No._ _ _ _ There should be no drug testing whatsoever. No Some claim drug use on board merchant vessels is a widespread and serious problem. From your experience, do you: 5 Yes Strongly agree_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Agree_ _ _ _ __ __ __ Disagree._ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ Strongly disagree._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Other comments.~----------------------- ~-----~-~------------------------------~ �AFL-CIO ENDORSES DUKAKIS-BENTSEN TICKET (Continued from Page 1.) heading towards.'' Dukakis listed a series of ''invest in America" priorities: • Earlier this year, Dukakis said he was "disturbed by the massive decline of both the merchant marine and our domestic shipbuilding capability." He also said one way to help the merchant marine would be to "fully and fairly" enforce cargo preference laws. • He said passage of the National Economic Development Act would lead to job-creating, economy-building partnerships in high unemployment communities. • Investment in education would bring about the "best-educated" children in the world, and teaching must be restored as ''a valued and honored profession," along with a National Teacher Corps. He said every student qualified to do college work should be admitted, and he praised Michigan's new College Opportunity program, saying every state should have one. • He pledged to invest in workers, noting he recently visited a worker assistance center in Lynn, Mass., where General Electric and the Electronic Workers united to retrain hundreds of workers after a plant layoff. Backed by a state industrial stabilization program, he said, workers were placed in new jobs at an average $10.52 an hour. "That's what Lloyd Bentsen and I mean when we talk about good jobs at good wages," he said, referring to his running mate. Under the new trade bill, he added, such retraining will be possible across the nation. The new plant closing notice bill also will be implemented to save companies and jobs, he said. • Investment in people will be carried out with welfare reform legislation to enable families to escape poverty through training for jobs and with day care for the children, he said. Dukakis repeated a pledge to enact basic health insurance for every family in America and to pass a minimum wage bill. He also drew applause when he called for a National Labor Relations Board ''that will insist on justice and fairness'' and federal job safety and health inspectors who will inspect fac- tories as if their own lives dependec. on it. " I want a future," Dukakis concluded, "where Americans are investing in America; where American ideas ".re working for America; where American jobs stay in America; and where American productivity and workmanship are the best in the world." Kirkfand, in opening the board meeting, said the Reagan administration's policies resulted in trade and budget deficits ''of staggering proportions and the elimination of goodpa ying jobs in return for minimum wage jobs." He said Reagan's veto pen frustrated the majority will in Congress. He promised labor would pursue its get-out-the-vote drive with vigor. Onboard SIU's New Guayama as She Crews in Tampa See Page 1 For Complete Story on Puerto Rico Marine's New Ships Photos by Al Caulder Chief Steward Paul Stubblefield Posing for a photo are (I. tor.) AB Thomas Vain, Chief Cook Theodore Quamme, SIA James Wadsworth and QMED/Electrician Rex Bolin. Here are Seafarers Wayne Driggers, Theodore Quamme and Curtis Lang. Chief Steward Paul Stubblefield (front left) and DEU Curtis Lang checking in supplies. In the back (1. tor.) are crewmembers Wayne Driggers, Joe Gavin, and Edward Ellis. ------Labor Day Drugs (Continutd from Pagt 3.) (Continued from Page 4.) It is no accident that today's children are the first generation in history who cannot reasonably expect to do as well as the generation before. profitability of companies. • Drug testing can be used to discriminate against and harass individual employees; sanctions can be punitive and unfair to employees, while information obtained from mandatory drug testing can be used to prosecute an individual for illegal drug possession. • Inaccurate test results from the rampant incompetence and faulty procedures of laboratories and their uneven regulation can damage an employee's career and be stigmatizing. • Drug testing is unfair because it creates a presumption that a worker is on drugs unless proven otherwise. • Drug testing does not ensure eradication of the problem. • The proposed rulemaking under consideration is incomplete and leaves many concerns unanswered. Furthermore, the statutory basis for authority to promulgate this proposed regulation is questionable. That is the legacy of the 1980s, years when those in control of government said Yes only to the pursuit of private wealth and allowed ''free market forces'' to put the nation's future at risk. It is time to say Yes to even-handedness, Yes to a level playing field, and Yes to the kind of teamwork between employers and workers and their unions, aided and promoted by a responsible government that best serves the national interest and the interests of all the people. It is time to say Yes to quality jobs, to an optimistic future for our families and to the fulfillment of community needs. To candidates who say Yes to those goals, workers will say Yes at the polls in November. September 1988 I LOG I 5 �Onboard the SIU's M/V Ranger Time to Celebiate a Deserved Retirement for a Hardworking AB Thanks to Bosun Jerry Borucki, who took most of these photographs. Earlier this year longtime AB Melvin Skipper made his last run as a working Seafarer. The MIV Ran&er (Ocean Carriers) was on her way to the Philippines, about a day out, when the crew of the Ranger honored Skipper with a little party. We're sure everyone who has sailed with him wishes him more smooth sailing. Look out, he's got a knife ••. This voyage on the Ranger was the last for long-timr Seafarer AB Melvin Skipper. During a party to celebrate his retirement, Skipper readies to cut a cake the crew presented him. The "Skipper" congratulates Skipper . . • Ranger Capt. Richard Fasano wishes AB Melvin Skipper luck on his retirement. Here's a large part of the Rangers crew; GSU Frederick Saffo, AB Walter Harris, QMED Clifford Miles, AB Melvin Skipper, Steward Vic Harper, AB Jean Visier, QMED Manuel Alvarez, QMED Bradford Gilbert, AB Eric Johnson and Chief Cook Bertrand Wri21tt • .~:,·~Bf AB Melvin Skipper, QMED ClilTord Miles and AB Jean Visier. 6 I LOG I September 1988 AB Larry Lee Practice, practice, practice ... crewmembers on the MN Ranger take part in the weekly drill on the ship's stern underway-replenishment station. Coffee time brings deck mates AB Arnold Sebring, Bosun Jerry Borucki, ABs Terrance Hill and Scott Lovison together in the crew mess. �~ .. a es ..... ....... ~ tug/tow i'. harge/dre 91 ~ litl?.~··t~ .. D~·~~...;·:=~~~:mw:w.wr·· oQ ··::.· Two Minor Items Show Need for Vigilance 11 11 SIU and Allies Fight to Help Maritime on Food and Fuel Tax Problems Usually it's the big-time issues such as cargo preference, the Jones Act or safety which draw a lot of attention from the maritime industry. But many times it's the smaller, more mundane issues the Union and the industry have to keep an eye on. Following are two stories showing how the Fuel Tax Change Costs $300 Million Crew Meals Caught In Martini Fight Remember the flap over the '' 3martini lunch''? In 1986 Congress passed the Tax Reform Act which, among other things, reduced the amount of deductions from I 00 percent to 80 percent a person or business could take for so-called business-related meals. In one of those strange legislative twists, Boatmen and merchant seamen, known more for ''coffee-time'' than dry martinis got caught up in the tax reform. It turns out that vessel owners and Ol)erators had their meal deductions reduced to 80 percent also, even thou~h by law they must provide meals to their crewmembers. Now a coalition of the SIU and many of its contracted companies and others are fighting to get this mistake corrected . It1s not one of 1 the glamorous battles, but in a time when jobs and job security are tied directly to a company's profitability, recovering 20 percent of food costs could make a big difference. .. Meals for merchant seamen are just as necessary an expense as lifejackets for those seamen and fuel for the vessel," said SIU President Mike Sacco. The lobbying efforts by the SIU and the coalition have led to an effort to restore the full deductibility of onboard meals. A section covering the issues has passed the House Finance Committee. in its version of the Miscellaneous Revenue Act. It is expected that the bill, including the meal deductibility, will pass both houses and become law by the end of the year. River Traffic Moves as Drought Withers Up Barge traffic on the Mississippi River, slowed earlier this year by shallow water, has rebounded due to rain in the upper Midwest, government spokesmen said. Although parts of the river remain below norma.1 early-August rainfall added enough water to allow traffic to return to normal or above-normal levels, they said. In Memphis, Tenn., where low water in June and July caused officials to restrict barge movements, a Coast Guard official said the number of barges on the river has risen sharply in the past week. ((There's more traffic out there than at any time in the five and a half weeks I've been on the river/' said Lt. Commander Janice Gray, who tracks barge activity for the Coast Guard in Memphis. In St. Louis, a Corps of Engineers spokesman said barge traffic is ''a little higher than last year." Spokesman Clyde Wilkes said that although the water level is nine feet below normal, about 200 barges a day 1 SIU tries to stay on top of massive amounts of legislation which normally go unreported to the public. In both cases, the inland industry, which is just now beginning to rebound from years of hard times, would have been severely affected, which in turn means Union jobs could have been threatened. are moving through St. Louis, many of them carrying grain. At the same time last year, about 180 barges daily moved through the Missouri port. And farther upriver in Minneapolis the Corps of Engineers said rain in northern Minnesota has raised lake levels to the point that the Corps was forced to release water to return the lakes to their normal level. ''There has been enough rainfall that we are releasing additional water from several reservoirs to regulate their levels," said Corps spokesman Kenneth Gardner. In late July, the level of the Mississippi had fallen low enough that Minnesota's governor asked the federal government to release water from one of the lakes to raise the river level in 1 Minneapolis. But heavy rains fell before officials decided whether to follow the governor's recommendation. The river has been rising since. "We were saved by Mother Nature again," said Mr. Gardner. Last year, just a small change in the way taxes on diesel fuel are collected cost inland waterways operators some $300 million. But thanks to a coalition including the SIU, that money may be recovered through legislative effort. Currently there is a 15. I cents a gallon tax on diesel fuel which goes into the federal Highway Trust Fund. Water carriers and other non-highway users have always been exempt from that tax . But beginning last April, inland operators were forced to fork over that tax and then apply to the government for a refund because of the way the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 changed the collection procedure. In the past, the tax was levied "at the pump. " which means that when a barge line purchased its fuel from a retailer, the I 5 .1 cents a gallon was not included in the price. The new law requires that the tax be paid at the wholesale level. In other words, that tax bite has already been added to the price of the fuel a barge line pays Hat the pump'' because the retailer must pass along his extra cost. Even though the operators will apply for a quarterly refund of the tax , it puts a serious dent in their operating cash flow, which in turn could have an impact on the crews working those boats and barges. The American Waterway Operators estimate the tax cost at $300 million which, in effect, is an interest-free loan to the government, instead of money which could be earning interest for the barge compames. The same coalition which is leading the apparently successful attempt to restore tax deductions for crew meals (see the accompanying story) is now fighting for a change in the fuel tax law. With help from Sen. Lloyd Bentsen (D-Texas) 1 chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, a Tax Correction Act will include an amendment to exempt water carriers from the tax at the pump. Congress is expected to take up the matter when it returns from its Labor Day recess. Court Protects Jones Act, Barge Line Sale On Hold The takeover of an American barge company by a Japanese firm has been put on hold by a federal judge until the Coast Guard can determine if American citizen-ownership requirements are met. Earlier this year Consolidated Grain and Barge Co. (CGB) was purchased by two Japanese firms. At the time, the Coast Guard approved the sale, despite protests from Ingram Barge Co. that the Jones Act was being violated by a foreign takeover (see August LOG). Except for a very narrow set of circumstances, the Jones Act requires that the ownership of any domestic shipping venture be American. CGB claimed it fit into that narrow definition; Ingram said it didn't. After the Coast Guard ignored Ingram's plea to deny the takeover, the company went to court. A federal judge issued an order which, in effect, overturned the Coast Guard's Certificate of Compliance (with the Jones Act) and ordered the Coast Guard to complete a full investigation of the sale. CG B has appealed. Maritime interests fear that if the sale is approved, it would open the door to dismantling the Jones Act. Register-Vote/ 11 September 1988 I LOG I 7 �The SIU-Crewed American Heritage in St~ Croix ~ A Shuttle Run To Africa from The Virgin Islands I t's a 26-day voyage from St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands to the African Congo and return with crude oil for the island refineries. The crew of the SIU-manned American Heritage (Apex Marine) cleans tanks on the trip across and maintains the ship in the high standards of SIU crews. Pictured here are some of the crew during a recent payoff in St. Croix. The American Heritage tied up in St. Croix. At payoff are (I. tor.) QMED Federico Rodriguez, Patrolman Miguel Alicea and Port Agent Angel Hernandez. Heritage shipmates Bosun Raul Iglesias (right) and Third Asst. Thomas Munster. Togetherness ••. crewmembers (I. tor.) Chief Cook Henry Simmons, Utility A.Cyprian, Bosun Raul Iglesias and QMED Federico Rodriguez. 8 I LOG I September 1988 AB R. Bailey standing gangway watch on the American Heritage in St. Croix. �On the MV Constellation el Done o her SIU Jo SIU West Coast Vice President George McCartney met with the crew of the MN Consiellaiion as she prepared fo£ he£ maiden voyage under the SIU banner to the Far East. Above with McCartney are Able Seamen John Griffin and Paul Jagger, and Bosun Sal Ciciulla. (Also, see photo on page I.) ..----- - -- ~ Cleaning the tanks on the LNG Capricorn (Energy Transportation Corporation) involves a lot of teamwork. And that is what AB Amin Ben Rajah depicts in his drawing entitled, "Bosun Fred Pehler and His Band of Merry Men. " Can you pick out any of these SIU members? From the left: AB Ed Gontha, OS Dave Endom, OS Norman Olinger, Bosun Fred Pehler, AB Royce Kauffman, AB Ron Carraway, OS Reggie Cuffee. Coming out of the tank you can see half of the head of the artist, Amin Rajah " Jr.", and AB Mike Scaringi. AB Mike Dehnert is the one almost out of the tank. Thanks to Deck Delegate AB Ron Carraway for sending this to the LOG. The MN Constellation's steward department is in the capable hands of Steward/Baker John Hanrahan, second from left, and Chief Cook Jesse James with Steward Assistants Timothy King and Patrick Hewitt. Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 1-31, 1988 · rorAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port And I Must Go To Sea When I w11s just t1 I 1hought rd like little boy. lO go A sailing on the ocean And to sea, Someday I would go. So when I became a young man, I started sailing on the ships. And don't you know? I'm glad I did all of this. I've seen a lot of countries of the world, I otherwise would have missed. And I could never have done ir If it were not For the ships. And now rm at the middle of my life, I give thanks for all of this. For the tattoos on my arms, My hair Ha.s turned gray , 0 0 Norfolk ... .. .................... . 32 Baltimore ..... .. ................. . . _................ . New Orleans ...................... . 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 14 0 19 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 Wilmington .. . .. . .. . .............. seanle . . . .. . .......... . ......... Puerto Rico ............ . .... . .... Houston ................... . ..... . . . . 4 0 0 St. Louis ........................ . 17 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Norfolk . . . .. .......... . ...... . .. . 2 1 0 Mobile .......................... . New Orleans . ..................... . Jacksonville .... . . ................ . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington .................... . .. . Seattle ........................ . . . 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 9 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 San Francisco .... .. . . ............. . Aloonac .... . . . .. . ........ . ...... . Piney Point ......... ... .... . . .... . . Totals . .. .. ..................... . 1 64 0 0 36 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 18 0 3 0 0 0 1 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 6 40 0 0 0 14 0 0 1 0 21 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 0 14 10 24 0 0 0 1 1 0 4 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 42 18 29 113 40 0 1 0 0 1 0 6 0 35 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 47 0 0 3 16 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 26 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port New York .. ........ . . ............ . Philadelphia .... . . ......... . ... . .. . Baltimore .. . ... ... .. ............. . Puerto Rico . ...... . . .. .... . ...... . Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . Algonac ......................... . St. Lou is ........................ . Piney Point ....................... . Totals ............ .. ....... . .... . 13 0 0 0 2 0 0 4 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 23 0 0 1 0 0 11 0 0 0 0 1 7 0 0 41 0 0 16 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 34 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 11 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port New York ........................ . Philadelphia .. . ... . ............... . Baltimore . . So what can I say? r II just keep on sailing Until the day That I come home. But what can I say? For a sailor belongs on ships, and ships belong at sea. For I am a sailor, And I mu.st go to sea. Mobile .......................... . New Orleans . ..................... . Jacksonville ...................... . USNS Stalwart (T-AGOS-1) 7 0 Jacksonville .............. . ....... . And I have no teeth, Albert Austin, bosun **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT New York . ....................... . Philadelphia . ....... . ........•..... Mobile . TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C . .................... . NOrfOIK •.... . ... . ................ San Francisco ..................... . Wilmington . ...................... . Seattle . ......................... . Puerto Rico ...... . ............... . Houston .. . ..... . ................ . Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis ........................ . Piney Point . . . . . .. ......... . . . .... . Totals ......... . ........... . .... . Totals All Departments ............ ... . 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 85 16 41 0 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 3 43 13 60 18 32 197 69 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 •"Total Registered " means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **" Registered on the Beach " means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. September 1988 I LOG I 9 �·.W~~!r:~;!;!;'.t ;'; , ;; '.;::. /;'. David Backovitz Adolf Heinsaar Arnold B. Harnblett J.B. Saranthus Gary Shaneyfelt Harold Welch The ashes of J.B. Saranthus were scattered over the Houston Ship Channel July 28. Saranthus, who died July 15, sailed as a mate for G&H Towing Co. for 20 years. A popular and well-liked man, he will be missed by many, especially his long-time fellow crewmembers on the tug Trojan. Pictured on the Trojan are (I. tor.) Gerry Victor, G&H safety engineer; Shelley Eddins, a daughter; Capt. Aaron "Salty" Williams, captain of the Trojan; Lori Wilson, another daughter, and George "Limey" Champion, AB on the Trojan. Deep-Sea David Backovitz Philadelphia, Pa. Joined Union 1956 Arthur Jacobs Lawrence A. Lynch Henry Blide Bellport, N. Y. Joined Uaion 1943 William Brogan, 60 Virginia Beach, Va. Joined Union 1961 Charles H. Brown Edison Brown, 77 Reisterstown, Md. Joined Union 1948 Glenn Conrad Quenton Brown, 68 Wilmington, N.C. Joined Union 1964 Robert G. Mason Floyd W. Mullens Ralph Bullard, 66 Philadelphia, Pa. Joined Union 1955 Herbert B. Daugherty John P. Dolan Robert W. Oslin Frank W. Smith INLAND Charles H. Brown, 62 Jacksonville, Fla. Herbert B. Daugherty, 62 Jacksonville , Fla. George J. Finnerty, 61 Leonard Y.C. Ching, 63 Honolulu, Hawaii James C. Collins, 65 Jacksonville, Fla. Henry Connolly, 60 New York, N.Y. Aden Ezell Jr., 60 Mobile , Ala. Floyd W. Fritz, 60 Jacksonville. Fla. Eldon A. Froese, 65 Houston, Texas Alfred P. Hargis, 65 Norfolk , Va. Ken Hayes, 67 Lawrence A. Lynch, 65 San Francisco, Calif. Robert G. Mason, 60 Jacksonville, Fla. Mortimer T. Morris, 61 Mobile, Ala. Floyd W. Mullens, 65 San Francisco, Calif. Inland James Baggott, 63 Charleston, S.C. Joined Union 1976 Baltimore, Md. Charles Young, 65 New Orleans, La. GREAT LAKES Glenn Conrad, 60 John P. Dolgan, 62 Algonac, Mich. New York, N.Y. Robert W. Oslin, 61 Wilmington, Calif. Fred Piotrowski, 65 Algonac, Mich. Joseph Pozzuoli, 65 Baltimore, Md. Melvin Skipper, 65 Baltimore, Md. Frank W. Smith, 60 Seattle, Wash. Mobile, Ala. James Stathis, 65 Jacksonville, Fla. James H. Tutwiler, 60 Alfred O'Krogly, 63 Marvin E. Howell Mobile, Ala. Arthur Jacobs, 65 Philadelphia, Pa. Anthony Vilanova, 59 Eugene, Ore. Joined Union 1960 George Waller, 73 Princess Anne, Md. Joined Union 1961 Norfolk, Va. Alfred Seiler, 62 10 I LOG I September 1988 Dobremir Kosicki, 65 Brooklyn, N.Y. Joined Union 1968 Joseph Landry, 58 Houston, Texas Marvin E. Howell Leonard Jones, 87 Jacksonville, Fla. Joined Union 1945 Harold Welch, 65 Fremont, Calif. Joined Union 1969 Stanley Prusinski, 67 Chicago, Ill. Joined Union 1948 New York, N.Y. Alfred P. Hargis William Hudgins, 80 Mathews, Va. Joined Union 1960 Glen Whitehead, 82 Toledo, Ohio Joined Union 1959 Thomas Cox Jr. 62 San Francisco, Calif. Joined Union 1956 Dominick Brancoccio, 57 Ray Gimbert, 60 Adolf Heinsaar, 61 San Leandro, Calif. Joined Union 1962 Joseph Pozzuoli Floyd W. Fritz Cleveland, Ohio Gary Shaneyfelt, 46 Mobile, Ala. Joined Union 1962 J.B. Saranthus, 55 Mobile, Ala. Joined Union 1962 New Orleans, La. Ken Hayes Arnold Hamblett, 75 Yokohama, Japan Joined Union 1968 Marcellus Padgett, 71 Houston, Texas Joined Union 1951 DEEPS EA Eldon A. Froese Edward Rokicki, 38 Bayonne, N .J. Joined Union 1969 Edwin Davis, 67 Houston, Texas Joined Union 1955 Milton Armstead, 52 A.den Ezell Jr. Andrew Ecker, 27 Brooklyn, N.Y. Joined Union 1979 San Francisco. Calif. Ivan D. Steffey, 65 Norfolk, Va. Brother Harry "Catfish" Granger (right) receives his first pension check from Houston Port Agent Dean Corgey. Granger sailed as chief pumprnan out of Houston. �Report of Credentials Committee On Candidates for 1988 General Election of Officers, 1989-1992 Seafarers lnte o a nion of North Amer· ca-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes an nland Waters District The SIU A&G Credentials Committee, elected at the headquarters membership meeting in August, examined the records of candidates for the elections which will be held in November and December, and certified those who qualified. From left are William Following is the complete text of the Report of the Credentials Committee which examined the credentials of candidates for elective office or job in the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD, for the years 1989-1992. The report was presented to the membership initially at the regular membership meeting in the port of Piney Point on Sept. 6 and was acted on affirmatively by the membership. The same procedure will take place at all regular membership meetings in the month of September. W e, the undersigned members of the Credentials Committee, were duly elected at the regular membership meeting held in Headquarters-Port of Piney Point on August 8, 1988. We have examined the credentials of candidates for elective office or job in the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the years 1989-1992, in accordance with Article XI, Section 1, and submit the following report. Your Committee qualified or disqualified those members who submitted for office based upon the Union Constitution, particularly those provisions contained in Articles XII and XIII. The applicable constitutional provisions are as follows: ARTICLE XII - Qualifications for Officers, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Port Employees and Other Elective Jobs Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Port Employee provided: (a) He has at least three (3) years of seatime in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels. In computing time, time spent in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction, shall count the same as seatime. Union records, Welfare Plan records and/or company records can be used to determine eligibility; and (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination; and (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January 1, and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such sea time is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred (100) days; and Seidenstricker, Franklin Robertson, Daniel Johnson, Committee Chairman Tom Brooks, Todd Smith and Calvain James. (d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; and (e) He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or from a Union-Management Fund ro which Fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union. (j) He has not sailed in a licensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels within 24 consecutive months immediately prior to the opening of nominations. Section 2. All candidates for , and holders of, other elective jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union. Section 3. All candidates for , and holders of elective offices and jobs, whether elected or appointed in accordance with this Constitution, shall maintain full book membership in good standing. ARTICLE XIII - Elections for Officers, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents and Port Employees Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2(b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Port Employee, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary at Headquarters, or sending, a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care. of the Secretary, at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Agent or Port Employee. (e) Proof of citizenship. (j) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." (Continued on Page 12.) September 1988 I LOG / 11 �Report of Credentials Committee (Continued from Page 11.) Dated ..................................................... . Signature of Member VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST Book No .................................................. . Thomas L. Glidewell, G-467 Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may nominate any other full book member in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein, relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination provision the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office, shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's request. In order to ascertain the meaning of the term "member in good standing" which is used in Article XII, Subsection l(b), the Committee referred to Article XXIV, Section 9 of our Constitution which reads as follows: "Section 9. The term, 'member in good standing', shall mean a member whose monetary oblit,ations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term, 'member,' shall mean a member in good standing." Your Committee also referred to Article XXIV, Section 13 for the definition of the term "seatime". This section reads as follows: "Section 13. The term 'seatime' shall include employment upon any navigable waters, or days of employment in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union." We also noted in Article XXIV, Section 14, the meaning of the term "in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels." This portion of the Constitution reads as follows: "Section 14. The term 'in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels,' shall include persons employed in an unlicensed or licensed capacity aboard dredges, tugboats, towboats and similar vessels used to tow, propel, or push barges or other conveyances or assist merchant vessels in docking or undocking, or persons otherwise employed in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union." After full and careful deliberations, the Committee made its decisions and sent appropriate notification to candidates. The ultimate decisions of this Committee are later set forth. In arriving at these ultimate decisions, the Committee was most concerned with carrying out a stated principle of our Union which is that "every qualified member shall have the right to nominate himself for, and, if elected or appointed, to hold office in this Union." In connection with the foregoing, we have also consulted with the Secretary who, under our Constitution, has the obligation to insure appropriate election procedures as legally required (Article XIII, Section 7). Our Secretary has further consulted with the Union's Counsel as to the law applicable in Union nominations and elections. The following is a complete listing of all men who submitted their credentials to the Committee. Their names and the office or job for which they submitted such credentials are listed in the order in which this Committee feels they should be placed on the general ballot, that is, in alphabetical order under the office or job for which they run, anclthat the Ports, following the Headquarters offices, beginning with Piney Point, be arranged on the ballot geographically, as has been done in the past. After each man's name and book number is his qualification or disqualification, followed by the reason for that decision. PRESIDENT Leo Cronsohn, C-801 Michael Sacco, S-1288 Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Joseph Sacco, S-1287 Qualified-Credentials in order. SECRETARY Joseph DiGiorgio, D-2 Qualified-Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Qualified-Credentials in order. Angus Campbell, C-217 12 I LOG I September 1988 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST George McCartney, M-948 Qualified-Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND WATERS John Fay, F-363 Qualified-Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT GOVERNMENT SERVICES Roy A. Mercer, M-25001 Qualified-Credentials in order. HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Leo Bonser, B-1193 Byron Kelley, K-12039 Carl Peth, P-755 Robert Pomerlane, P-437 George Ripoll, R-708 Qualified-Credentials Qualified-Credentials Qualified-Credentials Qualified-Credentials Qualified-Credentials in in in in in order. order. order. order. order. PINEY POINT PORT AGENT James A. Martin, M-5290 Qualified-Credentials in order. PINEY POINT PORT EMPLOYEE Hom, Kwong Jin, H-8002 Qualified-Credentials in order. NEW YORK PORT AGENT Augustin "Augie" Tellez, T-764 Qualified-Credentials in order. NEW YORK PORT EMPLOYEE Trevor "Robbie" Robertson, R-723 Robert Selzer, S-1258 Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT Harry L. Dennis III, D-5377 David Heindel, H-1443 Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. PHILADELPHIA PORT EMPLOYEE Kermett T. Mangram, M-2394 Qualified-Credentials in order. BALTIMORE PORT AGENT Allen P. Raymond, R-670 Qualified-Credentials in order. BALTIMORE PORT EMPLOYEE James P. McGee, M-5945 Qualified-Credentials in order. MOBILE PORT AGENT George Vukmir, V-269 Qualified-Credentials in order. MOBILE PORT EMPLOYEE Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-1358 Qualified-Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT Ray Singletary, S-2260 Qualified-Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS PORT EMPLOYEE Nick Celona, C-1578 Qualified-Credentials in order. HOUSTON PORT AGENT Dean Corgey, C-5727 Qualified-Credentials in order. HOUSTON PORT EMPLOYEE Frank Gill, G-8002 Qualified-Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO PORT AGENT Donald C. Anderson, A-5244 Qualified-Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO PORT EMPLOYEE Thomas J. Fay, F-514 Gentry Moore, M-8001 Ted A. Tolentino, T-486 Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT David M. Carter, C-12088 Qualified-Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS PORT EMPLOYEE VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Jack Caffey, C-1010 Qualified:.._Credentials in order. Jesse Solis, S-8001 Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. (Continued on Page 13.) �Report of Credentials Committee (Continued from Page 12.) DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT AGENT Jack Allen, A-674 Richard "Dick" Gordon , G-943 William G. Truax, T-715 DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT EMPLOYEE Andrew J. Goulet, G-1221 (See NOTE at end of report.) M. Joseph Sigler, S-2101 HAWAII PATROLMAN Eufemiano Magbaleta, M-8018 * Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. Qualified-Credentials in order. Disqualified-Was not in continuous good standing for three (3) years prior to time of nomination. Qualified-Credentials in order. Disqualified-Position of Patrolman Port of Hawaii not on ballot. As you will note in the foregoing sections of the Committee's Report, the provisions of the SIU Constitution governing election procedures made it mandatory that some of the nominees be disqualified. In light of these circumstances, the Committee wishes to call to the attention of all members the necessity of following all requirements and procedures which are established by our Constitution to govern eligibility to candidacy to Union office. However, at this time, the Committee particularly desires to point out the provisions of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of the Constitution, which spell out in detail the right of a disqualified candidate to appeal from the decision of the Credentials Committee and how he does it. In compliance with Article XIII, Section 2(b) of our Constitution, and in an attempt to give every nominee every consideration and to try to prevent any disqualifications by this Committee, Samuel T. Brooks, Book B-1196, and William Seidenstricker, Book S-1531, of the Credentials Committee, remained at the entrance of the Headquarters building of the Union until midnight of Monday, August 15, 1988, to receive any credentials that might h·a ve been delivered either by mail or by hand after the closing of business hours by the Union. The Committee points out that in the President's Pre-Balloting Report approved by the membership as per the Constitution and published in the May SEAFARERS LOG the exact offices and jobs for which nominations were to be made was set forth. In passing upon the credentials for certain of the nominees, this Committee had to make two (2) disqualifications, and the following are the details relative to each of those disqualifications: 1. Andrew J. Goulet, G-1221-Candidate for Port Employee-Port ofDetroitAlgonac. Union records indicate that Brother Goulet paid his dues for the First Quarter of 1987 on March 31, 1987, whereas they should have been paid no later than January 30, 1987. Brother Goulet was, therefore, disqualified under the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), which reads as follows: "ARTICLE XII, SECTION 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Headquarters Rep.r esentative, Port Agent or Port Employee provided: (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination;" Based upon the provisions of Article XII, Section l(b), and further supported by Article III, Section 3; Article V and Article XXIV, Section 9, previously carried herein, the Committee disqualified Brother Goulet for the job of Port Employee-Port of Detroit-Algonac. In accordance with the requirements of Article XIII, Section 2(c) of our Constitution, and in order to assure adequate notice of its decision, the Committee informed Brother Goulet of his disqualification by mailgram sent on August 18, 1988 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the mailgram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 18, 1988 from the Committee to Brother Goulet that set forth the reason for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter so that Brother Goulet would have available the procedure to be followed in appeal from the disqualification decision of the Committee. 2. Eufemiano Magbaleta, M-8018 *--Candidate for Patrolman-Port of Hawaii. The Committee received a letter on August 15, 1988 from Eufemiano Magbaleta, which was dated August 8, 1988, to be a candidate for Union Patrolman in Hawaii. Brother Magbaleta was disqualified by the Committee in that no such position exists on the ballot. Brother Magbaleta was advised of his disqualification by mailgram sent on August 17, 1988 to the address stated in his letter of nomination. Moreover, the mailgram was followed by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 18, 1988 from the Committee to Brother Magbaleta that set forth the reasons for his disqualification. A copy of the Union Constitution was enclosed with the aforementioned letter. Subsequent to our mailgram and letter to Brother Magbaleta, the Committee received a letter on August 25, 1988 from Eufemiano Magbaleta which was dated August 19, 1988 in which Brother Magbaleta appealed the decision of the Credentials Committee. Brother Magbaleta was adviseG by a Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested letter dated August 26, 1988 that there is no position on the ballot of Union Patrolman in the Port of Hawaii, and, therefore, an appeal is not appropriate. The Committee reviewed the credentials of Richard (Dick) Gordon, G-943, and noted that the appropriate certificate was not included with his letter of nomination. By letter dated August 18, 1988, the Committee advised Brother Gordon that a certificate should be mailed to the Committee immediately. The Committee received by return mail the missing certificate and Brother Richard (Dick) Gordon was deemed qualified to appear on the ballot as a candidate for Detroit-Algonac Port Agent. The membership can readily see from the foregoing report that your Committee has made every effort possible within the confines of our Constitution to qualify every nominee. All credentials received as of August 9, 1988, were turned over to the Committee in good order at 9:00 A.M. on that date, and those received by mail subsequently, but not later than August 15, 1988, have similarly been furnished to the Committee in good order. All credentials have been examined in strict accordance with the Constitution. Any defect in the credentials disposed of by the Committee has been the sole responsibility of the sender and no person adversely affected by such defect hc;:s denied this to the Committee. The Committee, in closing out its report, had turned over to it the credentials of Brother James E. Tyson, T-744, for nomination for Patrolman in the Port of Norfolk. Brother Tyson's letter of nomination was dated January 27, 1988 and was received in the office of the Secretary on February 8, 1988. By letter dated February 19, 1988 Brother James E. Tyson was advised that there would be no position on the ballot of Patrolman in the Port of Norfolk. Brother Tyson was sent a copy of the Constitution to aid him in his desire to nominate himself for a position on the ballot at the appropriate time. He was further advised that Article XIII, Section 1 of the Union Constitution states the following: "All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year." Under the Constitution, any candidate has more than sufficient time for nomination to office. He has almost unlimited time to file his credentials as long as they are received within the thirty-day period, July 15-August 15. In view of the clear constitutional language and most liberal opportunity for a member to timely nominate himself, we find Brother James E.' Tyson unqualified. Regretfully, the Credentials Committee has not received any further communication from Brother James E. Tyson. Fraternally submitted, August 26, 1988 CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE Samuel (Tom) Brooks, Chairman, B-1196 Calvain A. James, J-3 Daniel Johnson, J-577 Franklin Robertson, R-1307 William Seidenstricker, S-1531 Todd Smith, S-2318 * * * NOTE: Subsequent to the completion of the Credentials Committee Report, Andrew J. Goulet, G-1221, appealed his disqualification on the basis of the fact that his Union dues for the First Quarter of 1987 were inadvertently not deducted from his vacation pay as previously authorized. The membership voted to grant the appeal and qualify Brother Goulet as a candidate for Detroit-Algonac Port Employee, and his name will appear on the ballot accordingly. September 1988 I LOG I 13 �Bar-B-Que Tillle On the Darnell Steward Philip Lav What better way to spend a summer evening than a cookout, and if you don't have a backyard, a fantail in the middle of the Pacific will do. The crew of the SIU-contracted Gus Darnell (Ocean Ships Inc.), thanks to the efforts of Chief Cook Simon Shargabian and Steward Philip Lav, had the chance for a break from the ordinary. Thanks to AB J. Elbe for the pictures. Ready at the grill, Chief Cook Simon Shargabian cooks 'em to order. Chief Cook Simon Shargabian and Messman Tom Route at the bountiful table. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three months. which are to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee of rank and file members. elected by the membership, makes examination each quarter of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations . Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic. Gutt. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures an<l disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval hy a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers . Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel then~ has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers. notify the Seafarers Appeals Board hy certified mail. return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as ref erred to are available to you at all times. either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. - CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights. as well as your ohligations. such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time. any Sl U 14 I LOG I September 1988 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or ohligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials. etc., as well as all other details. then the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights arc clearly set forth in the ·SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently. no member may he discrimi nated against because of race. creed. color. sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he i-; denied the equal rights to which he is entitled. he should notify Union headquarters. 11111111m111 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111n1111111111111111nu11111111111111n1111111111111 patrolman or other Union offi::::ial. in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly. contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refr~ined from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union. officer or memher. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September. 1960. meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsihility for Log policy is veste<l in an editorial hoard which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate. from among its ranks. one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES.- No monies are to he paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Um.ler no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. l n the event anyone attempts to require any such payment he made without supplying a receipt. or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt. but feels that he should not have heen requireJ to make such payment. this should immediately he reportcJ to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including. but not limited to, furthering the political. social and economic interests of maritime workers. the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contribute to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contrihution may be solicited or received hecause of force. joh discrimination, financial reprisal. or threat of such conduct. or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made hy reason of the above improper conduct, notify the Scatarers Union or SPAD hy certified mail within 30 days of the contrihution for investigation and appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic. political and social interests. and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �SHLSS Keeping the Industry ROiiing - TMT Driver Training at SHLSS ore recent evidence of the SIU' s commitment to seeking out new job opportunities in the industry was the creation of the TMT Driver Training course held here at the Lundeberg School. In this case, the training was for new UIW members, showing once again that the SIU/UIW recognizes the need to supply skilled people for new areas of the maritime industry. The skills learned by the men and women in the driver training course will be applied on the job for Crowley Trailer Marine Transport. The company's unique and trend-setting barge operation dictates the need for specialized driving skills. The 700-foot-long, triple deck barge uses carefully orchestrated movements of tractor trailers to load and unload simultaneously. During the two-week program, the students learned several types of skills: backing down a 40-foot container for a 700foot-long stretch, parking trailers, and ship and barge driving. • by John Gildersleeve As with all dock-related jobs, safety was stressed heavily as part of the curriculum. Additionally , the students learned of the important role the Union plays in advancing their job opportunities and security. With the help of the excellent crane facilities at the SHLSS, the students were given the opportunity for some real life "OJT"; further adding to the advanced skills the students needed to successfully execute all maneuvers required on the docks. The SIU /UIW and the Crowley Corporation, in establishing this program, have shown how labor and management can unite in a common effort and show their commitment to the industry's future workforce through responsive action that benefits all. With the help of the newly trained UIW drivers, Crowley TMT and the SIU/UIW, I am sure that we are all driving toward the same goal, and that is to be successful at any new challenge that comes our way. A Left to right: John Wozunk (Inst.), Joseph J. Zemek, David Appel, Billy Brown, Tom McCormick, James D. Roman, Mark Gray, John Gildersleeve (lost.). Special thanks go to Ken Conklin, Bill Eglinton, Bill Hellwege, and Eddy G. for helping us to make this program the success it was. A Instructor John Gildersleeve (right) congratulates top student, Billy Brown. A Instructor John Gildersleeve puts a student driver through the paces. September 1988 I LOG I 15 �SHLSS course craduates Chief Cook & Baker 8/3/88 ~ Left to right: Hayes Johnson, Doug Neubauer, Mike Northrup, Willie Rose, James H. Smith. - Canadian Chief Cooks 8/12/88 Left to right: Bill Eglinton (Dir. of Voe. Education), Jean MacDonald, Ken Conklin (V.P. SHLSS), Marilyn Warrell, Gary Johnson, Bill Hellwege (Sealift Coordinator), Edward White (Steward Instructor). Marine Electrical Maintenance 8/17/88 Left to right: Paul M. Titus, Joe Saxon, Valerio F. Carpi, Kevin Bertel. Crane Training 8/8/88 Left to right: Tom McNear, Roy Yarling, Craig Holben, Ken Conklin (SHLSS V.P.), David Cabrera, Victor Bell, Darin L. Zabor. Canadian Wheelsmen 8/8/88 First row, left to right: Sean Flaherty, Christian Noel, Jacques Gelderblom, Lawrence Kisser, Vince Faries. Second row: Luc Boughner, Andrew Macintosh, Karl Farnell, Alex Bell, Larry Carlsner, Michael Morrissette. Sealift 8/10/88 First row, left to right: Kas.sim Shaibi, Gina Lightfoot, Donald Smith, William Capps. Second row: Bill Tadios, Glenn D' Ambrosio, Steve Sylvia, Ahmed Hussain, Alberto Matos, Harry Alongi (Inst.). Third row: Leonte R. Cordova, Craig A. Luoto, Jerry Beaubren, Charles Betz. T.M.T. Driving Clas.s 8/25/88 First row, left to right: Steve Chmielowski, William Taylor, Jerry Stine. Second row: Bill Murray, James Lightcap, James Flanagan, John Wozunk (Inst.). HARRY LUNOEBERG UFt.BOf.\T CLASS 429 ,, .. x ...- ...... ::: _. ..... - Lifeboat 8/4/88 First row, left to right: Darwin L. Hand, William Capps, Linda Ray, Manfred Mueller, Donald Smith, Leonte R. Cordova. Second row: Charlie Betz, Donald Rezendes, Joey Clements, Jeff Engebretson, Mark Davis. 16 I LOG I September 1988 Trainee Lifeboat Clas.s #429 8/4/88 First row, left to right: Wendell Bloodsworth, Essick Moses, Esther Wilkes, Robin Swanson, Daniel Zealberg, Mark Billiot. Second row: Ben Cusic (Inst.), Albert R. Sweetman, Brian Wolfe, Marcus Hemenway, Daniel Vazquez, Le Barron West, Ernest B. Perreira, David Partikian, Jayson Joyce. �1988 Upgrading Course Schedule Deck Upgrading Courses Course Able Seaman Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote O.S. Maritime Industry September - December 1988 The following is the current course schedule for Sept. 1988 December 1988 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For the membership's convenience, the course schedule is separated into six categories: Deck Department courses; Engine Department courses; Steward Department courses; Adult Education courses; All Department courses and Recertification Programs. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll for class as early as ~ible. Although every effort will be made to fill the requests of the members, the classes are limited in size - so sign up early. Completion Date September 19 October 31 October28 December 9 September 23 September t 2 November 7 November 18 *.Minimum number of students required for radar class to be held is four (4). Radar Observer <Inltd. Radar Refresher/Renewal Open-ended, 3 days (Contact Admissions Office for starting date.) Radar Recertification Open-ended, 1 day (Contact Admissions Office for starting date) *.Minimum number of students required for Celestial Navigation class to be held is five (5). Lifeboat September 19 October 17 November 14 December 12 LNG - (This course is not offered as a separate course, but may be taken while attending any of the regularly scheduled courses.) Self Study Safety Course The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's needs and the needs of the industry. SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in filling out the application. Check-In Date September 30 October 28 November 25 December 23 *Upon completion of course must take Sealift Operations & .Maintenance. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending SHLSS. Engine Opgrading Courses Course Check-In Date Completion Date Refrigeration Systems .Maint. & Op. October 3 November 11 Recertification Programs Course Steward Recertification Bosuns Recertification Pump room ain • & Operations ep em er September 5 October 14 Electro-Hydraulic Systems November 7 December 16 Automation November 21 December 16 Welding November 21 December 16 Hydraulics October 17 November 11 Third Asst. Engineer/Steam or .Motor Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for Starting Date) *All students in the Engine Department will have 2 weeks of Sealift Familiarization at the end of their regular course. September 26 November 7 Adult Education Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date For students who wish to apply for the GED, ESL, or ABE classes in 1988, the courses will be six weeks in length and offered on the following dates: High School Equlvalency (GED) Steward Upgrading Courses Completion Date Assistant Cook Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* Cook and Baker Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office October 31 December 12 October 31 December 10 Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Check-In Date Completion Date co er Variable Speed DC Drives Course Check-In Date The Developmental Studies Class (DYS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. Developmental Studies (DVS) (Offered prior to the Third Mate & Original Second Mates Course) for starting date)* Chief Cook Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* Chief Steward Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* •All students in the Steward Program will have 2 weeks of Sealift familiarization at the end of their regular course. College Programs Scheduled for 1 g·aa Check-In Course Date Associates in Arts or Certificate Program August 8 Completion Date September 30 September 1988 I LOG / 17 - �.......................................................................................................................................... Seafare rs Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Upgrading Application Name (Last) (first) Date of Birth (Middle) Address Mo./Day/Year (Street) (State) (City) Deep Sea Member D Telephone (Zip Code) Inland Waters Member D (Area Code) Lakes Member D Pacific D If the following imformation is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Social Security#-------- Book#______ Sen iority______ Department _ _ _ _ __ Home Port _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces D Yes D No Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ No D (if yes, fill in below) Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: D Yes Trainee Program: From _______ to Last grade of schooling completed _ _ _ __ (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: D Yes No D (if yes, fill in below) Course(s)Taken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: D Yes No D Firefighting: D Yes No D CPR: D Yes No D Date Available for Training _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Primary Language Spoken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed ENGINE DECK D AB/Seallft O Towboat Operator Inland D Celestial Navigation 0 Master Inspected Towing Vessel D 1st Class Pilot (organized self study) 0 Third Mate O Radar Observer Unlimited ALL DEPARTMENTS D Welding 0 Llfeboatman (Must be taken with another course) No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. STEWARD 0 FOWT 0 QMED-Any Rating D Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) O Marine Electrical Maintenance O Pumproom Maintenance & Operation O Automation 0 Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations 0 Diesel Engine Technology O Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Un Inspected Motor Vessel 0 Orginal 3rd/2nd Assistant Engineer Steam or Motor 0 Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance D Hydraulics O Electro-Hydraulic Systems D D 0 0 D Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM O Associates In Arts Degree D Certificate Programs ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTP.1ENT D Adult Basic Education (ABE) D High School Equlvalency Program (GED) 0 Developmental Studies (DVS) D English as a Second Language (ESL) O ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. VESSEL RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE~~---------~--~ RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center, Piney Point, MD. 20674 Rev. . 2188 ,__,.-.-.-..-................................................................................................................. ·--· 18 I LOG I September 1988 ..... ·~·~_;:-... ..... ~ \ �LING ARIES (Energy Transportation Corp.), July-Chairman John Davis, Secretary D.A. Pappas, Educational Director M.B. Goins, Deck Delegate AC. Pickford, Engine Delegate R. Robertson, Steward Delegate B.T. McEleney. No beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $410.28 in the ship's fund. The treasurer noted that the captain donates all slop chest profits to the fund. Several crewmembers suggested that a new exercise bicycle be purchased since the one onboard is in poor shape. Also suggested were a new ping-pong table and darts. The treasurer will approach the captain with these suggestions. Everything is running smoothly, according to the chairman. He reminded the membership not to slam their doors and wake those who are off watch. Since there are three new members on board, the educational director took the time to talk about the importance of upgrading at Piney Point and of taking full advantage of the courses there, including the associates degree. The entire crew offered their condolences to the family of Brother Frank Drozak. "We are all appreciative of the efforts he made to make this a better union. We also wish Mike Sacco the best. We're behind him 100 percent." A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for being such a good feeder, and "especially to Brian McEleney, chief cook, for the fine quality of food he prepares." Next ports: Nagoya, Japan and Bontang, Indonesia. OMI MISSOURI (OMI), July 24Chairman Carl Francum, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director John Penrose. The engine department had quite a bit of disputed OT which will be taken up with the boarding patrolman. Apparently, the chief engin r has been performing work that should be done by the QMEDs. There is $260 in the ship's movie fund. The chairman reported that two QMEDs left the ship in India for personal reasons. One replacement came aboard in Singapore, and the ship sailed short one man on the return trip. The crew was very saddened by the news of President Drozak's passing. "He will surely be missed by all of us." Everyone chipped in and sent flowers to the funeral. "We would like to thank Sparky Dole for his assistance" in getting all the arrangements made. Crewmembers were urged to take advantage of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. "Upgrading your skills makes for good job security." A vote of thanks went to the steward department for "an exceptional job with the chow. It is by far the best feeder in the SIU fleet." The steward, in turn, thanked the entire crew for helping to keep the vessel clean, especially the 12-4 watch. The OM/ Missouri reports to the LOG that it conducted a burial at sea for a retired master on May 29. "He went to Davy Jones's locker with all present. May he rest in peace." Next port: the Philippines. OVERSEAS ALICE (Maritime Overseas Corp.), July 27-Chairman Steve Copeland, Secretary Collie Loper Jr., Educational Director M.W. Roberson. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $240 in the ship's fund. The chairman reminded the crew to help take care of the movies and return them, in their cases, to the movie locker. He also stressed the importance of upgrading at Piney Point. 'The SIU must have enough qualified members to man the ships." The secretary pointed out the benefits of contributing to SPAD, and the educational director underlined the need to maintain a high SIU standard at all times-and to keep the ship a safe one. The crew was saddened to learn of the death of SIU President Frank Drozak. One minute of silence was stood in memory of our departed brothers and sisters, and an additional minute was stood in memory of Brother Drozak. Next port: Subic Bay, P.R. SEA·LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), July 26-Chairman E.J. Duhon, Secretary J. Wright, Educational Director M.L. Frizzel, Deck Delegate S. Ackley, Engine Delegate J. Trauth, Steward Delegate R. Maddox. No disputed OT was reported. The engine department, however, would like to get a response from the company on the use of shoreside laborers to do jobs that should be OT for the black gang. Thanks were given to all hands for helping keep the ship clean. "In this election year, let's make sure that we are all registered to vote and that we put people in office who will help the entire maritime industry." A vote of thanks was given to the steward department, especially to Chief Cook Bob Maddox "for the fine chow." Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA·LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), July 17--Chairman E. Cary, Secretary A. Reasko, Educational Director F. Hall. Copies of the last LOG were received in Hawaii; the next payoff will take place in Oakland, Calif. on July 27. Everything is running pretty smoothly with no major beefs. There was, however, some disputed OT in the steward department which will be taken up with the boarding patrolman at payoff. There are no fans in the crew quarters-as provided for in the agreement. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. SEA·LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Service), July 3-Chairman LC. Cope, Secretary W. Hawkins, Educational Director/Engine Delegate S. Tellech, Deck Delegate William Murphy, Steward Delegate W. McWilliams. No beefs or disputed OT reported. The chairman discussed what had been taken care of in the shipyard and how all the safety rules had been observed and carried out. He thanked everyone for their cooperation. All communications received from headquarters have been posted. The safety meeting was well represented by all departments. M mber abo rd the Explorer appear to be very safety-conscious. A motion was made and seconded that all vacation time be credited toward retirement. This will be discussed with the boarding patrolman at payoff. The chairman advised all members that if they have any questions pertaining to current Union activities, they should talk with the Union representative. A special moment of silence was observed in memory of our departed president, Frank Drozak. SEA·LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), June 29-Chairman Joseph San Filippo, Secretary Charles E. Taylor, Educational Director Jimmie Nicholson. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $95 in the ship's fund. The crew of the Sea-Land Independence expressed sorrow at hearing of the death of President Drozak. They also gave congratulations and support to Mike Sacco in his new job as head of the SIU. The educational director reminded everyone of the importance of getting a good education, and that "there is no place finer for Seafarers than the facilities at Piney Point". Several suggestions were brought up to help in a smoother running operation. First, the gangway net should be in place or a storing crane used when taking on stores. The work light on the starboard side should be fixed. As it is, crew are unable to see the mate for signals to operate the mooring winches. Also, the chief mate should leave the handling of the lines to the ABs. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA·LAND PATRIOT (Sea-Land Service), July 28--Chairman John W. Curlew, Secretary A. Delaney. No beefs or disputed OT reported. The bosun reminded the crew to report any unsafe or hazardous conditions to their department head, as well as any needed repairs. He also posted the wage increases on the bulletin board for all members to take a look at. As requested by the captain, the steward advised the crew of Sea-Land's new food plan for vessels. The crew agreed that it would be a good plan if Sea-Land would put the food onboard. As yet, many of the items have not been included in the stores. A motion was made and seconded that the steward utility should receive the wages of a third cook pantryman because of the many jobs combined in his. It was approved by the members and will be brought up in a discussion at payoff. All hands were asked to make an effort to keep the crew lounge area clean and to "leave it as you find it." The steward department received a vote of thanks for a job well done. SEA·LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), July 16-Chairman R. Murry, Secretary C. Gibson, Educational Director D. Johnson. Some beefs were reported in the deck and engine departments. Payoff is scheduled for July 24 in Tacoma, and it was requested that a patrolman be present at payoff. The educational director stated that "the recent loss of our president will be felt for a long time. But if our membership stands behind our new leadership, we should gain in strength and members." He also noted that upgrading at this time is very important for all eligible members. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. STUYVESANT (Bay Tankers), June 24-Chairman Bob Whytock, Secretary Ed Kilford, Educational Director Tony Smith, Deck Delegate William Kleimola, Engine Delegate Richard Groening, Steward Delegate Linton Taylor. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Upon hearing of the death of President Drozak, members of the Stuyvesant said, "We are truly sorry to report the passing of President Frank Drozak, and would like to send his wife and family our prayers and sympathy." New door locks have come onboard and have been installed wherever needed. Any problems should be reported to the bosun. The chairman noted that both national and Union elections are coming up in November. "As to the national-keep in mind that grassroots campaigning starts with your vote. Let's beat the Reagan-Bush machine." With regard to the Union elections, he said "Constitutional changes are not to be taken lightly. Think, then vote. " The educational director talked about the critical shortage of able seamen. Anyone with the necessary seatime should contact Manpower Coordinator Bart Rogers or their port agent to upgrade. The crew tape player has been broken four times this trip. Members were reminded to treat it gently. There is only one ice machine onboard the Stuyvesant that can be used by the crew. The captain has allowed it to be padlocked and no one can get ice. This problem will be taken up with the patrolman at payoff. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. USNS DUTTON (LSC), June 16Chairman Frank Coburn, Secretary Tracey Mcfarlane, Engine Delegate Jim Scott, (Temporary) Deck Delegate Pat Dillon, (Temporary) Steward Delegate Brian Gauthier. No beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $149.03 in the ship's fund. The chairman checked with the captain and Coast Guard to make sure the Dutton is not required to carry survival suits. A notice was read and posted on the bulletin regarding the death of President Frank Drozak. A telex was sent back to headquarters expressing the crew's sympathy. Copies of the LSC contract are available in the secretary's office at any time. The responsibilities of a delegate were explained and port draws were clarified. The crew lounge TV was fixed and the water fountain for the gym is still being looked into. Someone should also look into seeing if the soda machine can be fixed. Next port: Curacao. Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: AMERICAN CORMORANT AMERICAN HERITAGE BAYAMON BAY RIDGE LNG CAPRICORN CHARLESTON COVE LIBERTY COVE TRADER FALCON LEADER GALVESTON BAY GOLDEN MONARCH GREAT LAND LIBERTY SUN LNG LIBRA NEDLLOYD HOLLAND OMI COLUMBIA OVERSEAS JOYCE OVERSEAS JUNEAU PAUL BUCK PONCE SAN JUAN SEA-LAND ACHIEVER SEA-WO CRUSADER SEA-LAND DEVELOPER SEA-LAND ENDURANCE SEA-LAND EXPEDITION SEA-LAND KODIAK SEA-LAND LIBERATOR SEA-LAND MARINER SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR SEA-LAND PRODUCER THOMPSON PASS ULTRASEA USNS WILKES Personals Jim Bishop "I have your videotape." Contact John Steeber Jr., 24 Grant Place, Irvington, N .J. 07111. Francisco Rivera Please call Marie Martin in North Carolina at 1-800-334-0118 Henry L. Scott Call your mother. She has a message for you. - Monthly Membership Me~tings Port Date Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point .............. Monday, October 3 ................... 10:30 a.m. New York ............... Tuesday, October 4 ................... 10:30 a.m. Philadelphia .............. Wednesday, October 5 ................ 10:30 a.m. Baltimore ................ Thursday, October 6 .................. 10:30 a.m. Norfolk ................. Thursday, October 6 .................. 10:30 a.m. Jacksonville .............. Thursday, October 6 .................. 10:30 a.m. Algonac ................. Friday, October 7 .................... 10:30 a.m. Houston ................. Tuesday, October 11 .................. 10:30 a.m. New Orleans ............. Tuesday, October 11 .................. 10:30 a.m. Mobile .................. Wednesday, October 12 ............... 10:30 a.m. San Francisco ............ Thursday, October 13 ................. 10:30 a.m. Wilmington .............. Monday, October 17 .................. 10:30 a.m. Seattle .................. Friday, October 21 ................... 10:30a.m. San Juan ................ Thursday, October 6 .................. 10:30 a.m. St. Louis ................ Friday, October 14 ................... 10:30 a.m. Honolulu ................ Friday, October 14 ................... 10:30 a.m. Duluth .................. Wednesday, October 12 ............... 10:30 a.m. Jersey City ............... Wednesday, October 19 ............... 10:30 a.m. New Bedford ............. Tuesday, October 18 .................. 10:30 a.m. -· September 1988 I LOG / 19 �CL L NP Directory of Ports -Company/Lakes -Lakes Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes -Non Priority AUGUST 1-31, 1988 "TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac ................... 0 15 14 DECK DEPARTMENT 31 17 0 0 9 Port Algonac ................... a 12 4 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 20 5 0 0 10 Port Algonac ... ................ a 4 4 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 4 0 8 0 3 Port Algonac ................... 9 4 HEADQUARTERS ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 25 47 14 0 Michael Sacco, President Joseph Sacco, Executive Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President Joe DIGiorgio, Secretary Jack Caffey, Vice President Thomas Glidewell, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President John Fay, Vice President Roy A. Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 3 20 25 34 0 26 0 59 0 45 Totals All Departments ........ 0 *"Total Registered " means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach " means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month . 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 207 46 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE, Md. 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) 327-4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio 5443 Ridge Rd. 44129 (216) 845-1100 Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 1-31, 1988 Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville ........... . .. San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ......... ... .... St. Louis ............. . .. Piney Point .............. Totals ................. Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore .............. . Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ..... ........ Jacksonville .............. San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ...... .. ........ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class 8 Class C 52 4 9 17 11 37 23 35 14 38 13 7 45 1 2 308 20 2 6 11 10 31 23 20 16 19 4 9 15 0 5 14 3 8 9 5 8 12 12 6 6 2 13 12 3 3 117 7 0 3 4 2 3 1 8 4 6 0 6 0 1 8 9 1 0 3 3 10 6 9 2 8 0 5 7 1 5 69 1 1 1 5 0 4 1 3 1 0 0 9 1 0 4 191 53 31 20 2 4 4 6 16 11 48 10 21 8 5 16 0 7 2 2 1 2 1 3 5 8 3 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 3 0 1 1 19 3 1 2 8 0 22 0 0 12 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 7 5 0 0 5 0 0 9 2 3 10 8 7 4 10 9. 2 5 6 7 0 0 8 5 7 7 2 2 2 4 7 0 0 3 0 4 2 10 1 8 4 10 5 0 0 28 5 7 18 9 33 28 20 16 30 16 8 31 1 3 253 25 2 3 8 5 19 22 10 7 12 3 11 26 0 4 157 32 126 21 0 5 4 2 11 3 23 5 15 7 5 11 0 0 10 0 8 12 5 12 4 10 13 9 4 68 11 2 7 10 0 0 10 1 11 13 14 11 7 1 170 7 0 6 11 0 1 1 3 13 6 8 5 9 7 7 7 0 0 614 175 261 Totals All Departments ...... 789 414 393 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 4 1 1 0 2 1 1 5 3 0 1 5 2 2 3 3 1 0 5 0 0 0 9 9 2 2 2 0 3 4 39 32 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 1 0 0 1 0 1 2 1 0 5 13 2 1 9 0 10 30 9 1 6 3 1 18 1 0 4 0 0 19 8 18 1 0 8 0 0 0 2 1 9 69 112 56 12 1 4 5 178 Port New York ............... Philadelphia ...... ........ Baltimore .......... ~ .... Norfolk ... .............. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco ............. Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ............ .... Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piner Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tota s ................. 80 78 58 26 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 17 10 0 2 4 0 9 9 1 1 11 15 1 8 5 14 9 10 7 4 1 6 169 63 5 3 0 0 2 7 140 253 317 367 55 4 0 1 2 1 0 4 3 0 7 0 9 6 0 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 104 3 15 19 13 63 49 62 21 66 21 7 55 0 0 18 7 7 8 8 7 12 13 6 3 3 14 12 1 2 6 1 0 6 2 5 4 8 1 3 0 4 3 0 2 498 121 45 39 4 8 13 13 37 33 33 18 40 12 6 31 0 2 10 1 2 7 6 8 4 12 8 4 0 8 2 0 10 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 8 1 2 0 6 1 0 2 37 289 82 29 5 1 0 2 2 5 5 9 1 2 1 95 5 0 2 35 2 5 3 12 28 23 78 19 29 2 2 4 1 1 4 4 10 3 11 0 23 1 0 1 0 0 2 1 3 2 5 1 1 1 15 3 1 1 8 4 31 0 6 8 135 283 74 37 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 43 3 5 8 3 19 4 54 9 39 14 4 15 0 0 20 2 8 9 7 12 8 17 14 17 5 82 15 2 9 11 1 1 10 4 23 14 20 13 10 2 150 7 0 2 0 220 227 268 227 1,290 504 379 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month . - Shipping in the month of August was up from the month of July. A total of 1,525 jobs were shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,525 jobs shipped, 614 jobs or about 40 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 227 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 8,315 jobs have been shipped. 20 I LOG I September 1988 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU, Hawaii 636 Cooke St. 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD, Mass. 50 Union St. 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK, N.V. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 Third St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADE~PHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON, Calif. 510 N. Broad Ave. 90744 (213) 549-4000 �Letters To The Editor Life's Road We learn many lessons as each day goes by. There are son.gs to sing and a few tears to cry. There are blessings to count, happy memories, too. And sometimes disappointment in things that we do. There are cups that run over and years that are lean. With bright days and dark days and long nights between. Blit one choice we can make as we carry life's load. If we look toward the sun, how it brightens the road! -Shirley Harvey 'Reflections on Life's Road ... ' Congratulations to you [Mike Sacco] and to your brother Joe. I awoke this early a.m. with many reflecting memories. I remember June 7, 1947-my first old Liberty ship beL.'1.g dispatched by Robert Jordan from the hall in Mobile. The Liberty William F. Cody was an Alcoa Steamship Co. vessel. She lay at Pensacola, Fla. where I boarded her as ordinary seaman under the command of Capt. Ju.mp (with a load of coal to France). Life's Road began then with me, at a tender age of fifteen years, eight month a ife's Road! And the many fond and not so fond emeries. As I look back and reflect upon them, I cry in part and laugh in others. As I read of Frank's [Drozak] death in the recent LOG, I silently cried with a heartfelt hurt. Recalling some forty odd years in acquaintance with and even previous to Paul Hall's presidency. It was no secret to me, as with others, and certainly no disrespect to the late Paul Hall whom we came to know, respect and brotherly love as the Great White Father-for he was exactly that in his loyalty and devotion in membership to and for us in the early periods of the SIU up until his death. We were blessed with his selective successor, Frank Drozak, whom he prepared well to carry on the continuity through leadership. To Frank, I can heartly salute "a job well done." He filled the shoes well. As I am equally sure you as president will do. When I first came to know you as vice president of SHLSS, I think the most outstanding impression was at a Union class you held in the old library in 1974 when I attended for a QMED certificate. Joe, too, appeared in my Life's Road at that time. Yes, I have come to know, respect and brotherly love the many officials of our great Union-Red Campbell, Cal Tanner, Chuck Svenson, Bull Sheppard, Harold Fisher, Blacky Neira, Robert Jordan. The list just seems endless ... and my latter friend Ken Conklin whom I came to know in 1974 over trainees at that period. There are many persons who have contributed much and who I haven't even scratched the surface to name that helped to enhance, educate and make our Union one of uniqueness. I can only hope our younger brothers can be grateful and constructively add to a continUity of greatness that they inherited through the bloody-bitter battles preceding even the 1947 Isthmian strike and the 12" fans per foc'sle (an upgrade even) from the natural draft system we once had. To the 16" fans if we had three or more persons per room. (Like the Virginia Slims cigarette advertisement, Yes, we've come a long, long way.) From classrooms on barges at SHLSS to the modern facilities not boasted. From Mobile to New York to Washington, D.C. headquarters. Therefore, as I read the enclosed poem, certainly I could not help but reflect upon memories of Life's Road and to include a late last friend to every seaman in the Union, Frank Mongelli, whom Paul Hall entrusted to help make SHLSS what it is today-along with wisdom and dreams of many. From Paul to Frank and now to you, Mike-yes, I stand proud. Not only to be an American seaman but a member of the greatest Union in the maritime history and of the labor force. Fraternally yours, Robert C. Goodrum Eufaula, Ala. 'Recognition for All Vets • • • ' At long last, those of us who served in the United States merchant marine have begun to gain recognition from our country for the service we provided in times of war. Unfortunately, this recognition now only extends to service during World War II. Those of us who served during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts have not received recognition, although we made substantial contributions to our country's efforts during those war years .... We are forming a Committee to Secure Recognition for U.S. Merchant Marine Service in Korea and Vietnam. We are compiling a list of those who qualify. Anyone who shipped out in the Pacific during 1950-53 (Korea) or 1965-1973 (Vietnam) should contact the committee at: 2525 N.E. Columbia Blvd. P.O. Box 11245 Portland, Ore. 97211 Sincerely, Ken Beckerich - Union Label & Service Trades Dept., AFL·CIO - - - I - -- DONT I Bl-OW UP I YOUR BRAIN ' WITJ.I I I I Ct<ACI<! I HELP IB I AVAILABLE CONTACT YO{IR i PORT AGENT OR YtJUR UNldN AT PINEY Pd/NT/ I I - - - - - I I I September 1988 I LOG I 21 • -- �Change of Command at MSCPAC - In change of command ceremonies held Aug. 18 on the flight deck of the USNS Mercy, Capt. William T. Dannheim, USN, was relieved by Capt. James S. Schultz, USN, as Commander, Military Sealift Command, Pacific. Ashore and afloat MSCPAC employees, along with representatives from the commercial maritime sector, labor and neighboring military commands, were in attendance at the ceremony which featured Vice Adm. W. T. Piotti, Jr., COMSC, as the guest speaker. Highlighting his accomplishments the past 24 months-which included the vigorous implementation of the MSC ACTION 88 program and the close oversight over all phases of the Mercy's conversion to her successful humanitarian voyage to the Philippines last year-Vice Adm. Piotti said Capt. Dannheim' s two years at MSCPAC resulted in many significant contributions to fleet support and MSC's effectiveness in the Pacific that will be felt for many years to come. "Captain Bill Dannheim has provided the positive and dynamic leadership demanded by this command,'' said Vice Adm. Piotti, praising the officer who led MSCPAC's l,900 mariners, 400 civilians ashore, 200 military personnel and the command's 22 ships and five offices. Though he didn't have it with him because of a paperwork delay, Admiral Piotti said Capt. Dannheim will be awarded the Navy's prestigious Legion of Merit for his outstanding service as COMSCPAC. In his farewell speech, Capt. Dann- heim paid tribute to the MSCPAC civil service mariners, his headquarters staff and the five MSCPAC offices for the jobs they performed during his tenure in Oakland. ''The Military Sealift Command is in the business of providing service at sea, and our mariners conduct this business very well,'' said Capt. Dannheim, who also lauded his shore staff and offices for their efforts with the fleet. "I've come to appreciate the breadth and depth of the total support effort required to man and maintain our ships." From Oakland, Capt. Dannheim headed back to Washington where he'll serve as deputy director of the Naval Center for Cost Analysis in the Pentagon. Capt. James S. Schultz assumed command of MSCPAC following almost three years as COMSCSEA, and he reminded the 200 guests in attendance of his many friendships with MSCPAC mariners. "I'm extremely pleased to be able to continue and maintain the relationships with MSCP AC masters, mates, mariners and employees whom I've become associated with the past 36 months in Southeast Asia,'' said Capt. Schultz. ''The people who spend half their lives at sea to carry out our sealift, fleet and special mission responsibilities deserve the very best we can provide.'' Capt. Schultz, a 24-year veteran of the Navy, has served in a variety of positions aboard several ships, including a tour as commanding officer of the USS W. S. Sims (FF 1059). Ashore, Capt. Schultz has served as a Soviet naval analyst in Japan and has com- Celebrating the change of command are (I. tor) Capt. William T. Dannheim, Vice Adm. W. T. Piotti Jr., and Capt. James S. Schultz. pleted a tour with the Intelligence Directorate of the U. S. European Command in West Germany. During another European assignment, Capt. Schultz served with the Royal Navy as head of navigation at Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth, Devon, England. He also served as director of officer promotions, appointments and enlisted advancement with the Naval Military Personnel Navajo Leads Recovery of Helo The USNS - After 42 years of government service, Ollie King finally decided to retire. King received a retirement plaque and a congratulatory handshake from Capt. WiUiam T. Dannheim, COMSCPAC, for his faithful service to the federal government. A 20-year veteran of the Navy who retired as a First Class Steward, King went on to serve 22 more years with MSCPAC where he worked aboard 18 different ships as a chief cook. His last ship with MSCPAC was the USNS Sioux (though he says his favorite was always the USNS DeSteiguer). Shortly after he joined MSCPAC, King was one of the first members to sign up with the SIU. He credits his wife Dorothy for keeing things orderly at home while he was absent so much at sea. 22 I LOG I S$tember 1988 Command in Washington, D.C. Capt. Schultz, a native of Philadelphia, holds a B. S. degree in engineering and business administration from Pennsylvania State University. He's also a graduate of the Naval War College in Newport, R.I. Capt. Schultz and his wife Elizabeth have two children, Carolyn and Jeffrey. The family resides in Novato, Calif. Navaj~the key ship in helicopter salvage operations near San Francisco. In the aftermath of a tragic helicopter accident off the coast of San Francisco in July which left eight Naval airmen dead, the USNS Navajo relieved the minesweeper USS Excel to become the lead ship in retrieving and salvaging key sections of the downed helicopter to determine why it crashed. The MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter plunged into the Pacific 11 miles southwest of the Golden Gate Bridge July 18 while on a routine mine-sweeping exercise. Capt. Phil Rosten, master of the Navajo, ordered his ship into a threepoint moor when he arrived at the scene of the crash site. A sophisticated mini-ranger tracking system onboard the Navajo and coordinated ashore assisted the ship to position itself directly over the helicopter debris 60 feet below the surface. The fleet tug, with 16 Navy divers and aircraft investigators aboard, was transformed into a diving and recovery station during operations which lasted more than two weeks. The Navajo frequently shuttled back and forth to Naval Air Station Alameda where a Navy Aircraft Mishap Board was set up to study the salvaged parts of the aircraft. "We basically turned a towing ship into a salvage ship, and the Navajo turned out to be as good as any ship built for that job," said Capt. Rosten, who commended his crew for the work they performed. "The mates showed excellent seamanship skills and our crane operators were outstanding." Assisting the Navajo in the salvage operation was the commercial ship M/ V Laney Chouest, a vesel similar in size to a fleet tug which is frequently used in oceanographic research work. In late August, the Navajo returned to her normal operating area off Southern California and was one of two vessels selected to pull a former target ship off the beach of San Miguel island. At the request of the National Park Service, the grounded LST was towed off the beach and sunk in deep waters. -B.B. (Continued on Page 23.) �O SAFEGUARD your tights and the shipping rights of all SIU members, there are certain requirements that must be followed. These requirements are spelled out in the Shipping Rules, and they are there so that the rights of all members will be protected and furthered fairly and impartially. T DUES Your current quarter Union dues must be paid at the time you register. RELIEF JOBS/REGISTERING When you are relieved, you must re-register for your job within 48 hours by reporting to the SIU Union hall. RELIEF JOBS/CONTACT WITH UNION It is your responsibility to keep in contact with the Port Agent at the port in which you are registered. RELIEF JOBS/SHIPPING It is your responsibility to claim your job from the hiring hall shipping board no later than one day before the ship's scheduled arrival. inued from Page 22.) MSCPAC News Briefs . . . Two MSCPAC ships that were part of Commander Task Group 75.1 were praised for their role with the bi ateral COBRA GOLD exercise staged in Southeast Asia recently. "Every ship , from the USNS contingent of 'Killer Tug' Sioux to the 'Fast Attack Oiler' Mispillion, to the DESRON FIFTEEN tin cans Oldendorf and Towers, has contributed significantly to our overall mission to represent our nation in highly visible operations ," said the Aug. 5 message from CTG 75.1 which praised the training given to the Royal Malaysian Navy and the Royal Thailand Navy. "It's been a pleasure to steam with professionals, and I look forward to meeting you again at sea in the pursuit of our national objectives." ... Three employees of MSCPAC who helped the USNS Spica fill key crew vacancies were singled out in a message of appreciation from the fleet supply ship to the command in Oakland. "As Spica's Indian Ocean deployment draws to a close, we'd like to thank the shore side staffs for their timely support these past four months,'' said Spica's Aug. 26 message. "Special thanks go out to Barbara Chapman, Lou Jones and Gloria Burns of the personnel office. The responsiveness demonstrated in finding replacements for repats was appreciated by all." ... RMC Frank P. Moller, USN, a member of the USNS Kilauea's military department, received word July 11 from the Chief of Naval Operations • • • that he was the recipient of a Navy Commendation Medal, along with a citation and certificate, for his meritorious service while serving with the U.S. Naval Communications Area Master Station in Guam from April 1986 to April 1988. Chief Moller, who was the satellite communications division leading chief at the Guam site, was instrumental in maintaining systems reliability consistently above 99.95 percent for one of the .Navy's largest Super High Frequency (SHF) satellite communications facilities. "Chief Petty Officer Moller's superb technical knowledge of both personnel and material resources contributed significantly to the facility's exceptional material readiness and outstanding mission accomplishment record,'' said the CNO's citation for Kilauea's chief radioman. ... YNC Catherine A. Lawrence, an assistant to the MSCPAC chief of staff, was named the Naval Air Station Agana "Federal Woman of the Year" for her service at the Guam facility last year. ''Through your diligence and dedication to duty and the mission of the Naval Air Station, you have demonstrated the finest qualities desired of our military workforce,'' wrote Capt. Paul A. Cassiman, USN, commanding officer, N AS Agana, in a July 29 letter of appreciation to YNC Lawrence. Following her assignment in Guam, Chief Lawrence reported to MSCPAC last December. . . . Personnel Staffing Assistant Margaret DeJan has been named the P-2 Employee of the Quarter for her work as promotion board coordinator. ' 'Her efforts have been invaluable to the promotion boards," says her boss, D. D. Dysthe, "and because of her attention to detail, they've become a morale booster to the fleet." DeJan, a 15-year MSCPAC employee, enjoys an excellent reputation among shore employees and civil service mariners for her work at the command. . . . Donald E. Brown has been selected as the MSCPAC Professional Comptroller of the Month for August. A fiscal accounting clerk, Brown was praised for his substantial improvements in quality, quantity and timeliness of afloat fiscal accounts. . . . The Jack London Chapter of the Naval Reserve Association (NRA) has been seleted as the best local NRA group in the country. The president of the Jack London Chapter is Capt. George Bruno, USNR-R, commanding officer of MSCO Concord 220 and head of the tanker branch at MSCPAC. Bruno will attend the NRA national conference in Atlanta at the end of September to represent his group and accept the Rear Admiral John S. Lewis award. A number of MSC reservists are affiliated with the NRA Jack London Chapter. ... Retirements: Assistant Cook Alfonso Lucas, 31 years, who began his federal career in 1942 as a laborer at Fort Mason in San Francisco. Lucas worked as a laundryman, waiter, utilityman , messman and storekeeper with MSTS and MSCPAC aboard 28 different ships before retiring July 1 ... Mechanical Engineer George Hooper, 40 years, who began federal service in 1947 as a draftsman at the old San Francisco Naval Shipyard. The recipient of several awards during his lengthy career, Hooper came to MSCPAC in 1983 and was · involved in port engineering work with several fleet replenishment ships ... Ruth Jacques, 18 years, an employee relations clerk who had been employed at MSCPAC since 1980. Initially a transportation clerk, Jacques was reassigned to the personnel office a year ago until her Aug. 1 retirement. SIU Vessels Join Reforger 88 Three SIU-contracted ships, the USNS Algol, USNS Denebola and USNS Altair, began their role in "Reforger 88,'' one of the largest U.S. military exercises, late in July. '' Reforger,'' which stands for Return of Forces to Germany, will involve nearly 100 U.S. and European military personnel. It encompasses all the logistical and administrative aspects of moving large numbers of forces from the United States to Europe. U.S. operations in the ports of Sa- vannah, Ga. and Beaumont, Texas will see the loading of more than 2,700 pieces of equipment onto the Military Sealift Command vessels for the voyage to Europe. Upon arrival in Antwerp, Belgium, the equipment will move by air, highway and railroad to West Germany. The three fast sea-lift ships, former Sea-Land Service Inc. vessels, are converted combination roll-on/roll-off and containerships, capable of speeds of more than 30 knots. September 1988 I LOG I 23 �I l I l ·~n Addicts don't have friends. Because a friend wouldn't ~ LI let another man blindly travel a course that has to lead to the destruction of his health, his job and his family. And that's where an alcoholic or drug user is headed. Helping a fell ow Seafarer who has an addiction problem is just as easy-and just as important-as I~-------------------------------~ steering a blind man across a street. All you have to do I Addictions Rehabilitation Center is take that Seafarer by the arm and guide him to the lI I am interested in attending a six-week program at the Addictions l Rehabilitation Center. I understand that all my medical and counseling Union's Addictions Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, I records will be kept strictly confidential, and that they will not be kept Md. I anywhere except at The Center. Once he's there, an SIU member will receive the care I and counseling he needs. · And he'll get the support of II brother SIU members who are fighting the same tough I Name ................................... Book No .............. . battle he is back to a healthy, productive alcohol-free II f Address ........................................................ . and drug-free life·. I (Street or RFD) (City) (State) (Zip) The road is a long one for an alcoholic and drug user. I Telephone No. But because of ARC, an addicted SIU memb~r doesn't I Mail to: THE CENTER have to travel the distance alone. And by guiding a I Star Route Box 153-A brother Seafarer in the direction of the Rehab Center, : I Valley Lee, Md. 20692 you'll be showing him that the first step back to recovery : or call, 24 hours-a-day, (301) 994-0010 is only an arm's length away. ~-------------------------------24 I LOG I September 1988 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1988 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES AFL-CIO ENDORSES DUKAKIS-BENTSON TICKET SIU-BACKED FISHING BOAT SAFETY BILL READY TO SIGN NEW PUERTO RICO MARINE SHIPS-JOBS FOR SEAFARERS GATT COULD PUT U.S. MARITIME UP FOR GRABS SEAFARERS BENEFIT IN NEW TWIST ON FLAG SWITCH AS FOREIGN OWNERS SEE ADVANTAGES IN STARS AND STRIPES REFLAGGING KIRKLAND’S LABOR DAY MESSAGE- 8 YEARS IS ENOUGH NEW DRUG TESTING PLAN DRAWS MARITIME’S FIRE THE PROPOSED RULES SIU AND ALLIES FIGHT TO HELP MARITIME ON FOOD AND FUEL TAX PROBLEMS CREW MEALS CAUGHT IN MARTINI FIGHT FUEL TAX CHANGE COSTS $300 MILLION RIVER TRAFFIC MOVES AS DROUGHT WITHERS UP COURT PROTECTS JONES ACT, BARGE LINE SALE ON HOLD SHLSS KEEPING THE INDUSTRY ROLLING-TMT DRIVER TRAINING AT SHLSS CHANGE OF COMMAND AT MSCPAC THE KING RETIRES SIU VESSELS JOIN REFORGER 88 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1988 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 50, No. 9 1988 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/3f8f384fc6aed36b3fb472d537e5b2a7.PDF 9563078c6af0487ca4aaa4f999c427f4 PDF Text Text •• "• •. .•'•• •-••V..v,^.'i>. ,v.': . ^. dmCIAl 0R6AN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATUNTiC, 6U^^^^ • 'r:v,u^ K AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • Af^'CiO *& "'^ '"'" "• '-1 ;'";d 'i-' J,-. • -;v;T'i„,#ii,:« "2 ' ^ ••• '.'!> -i-'w .'-'..i^. -'>?. •V.,v.V-'7v':^"-^ • V - v .-U •>;'• ; - -.y-r. Mine Workers Hang Tough ;^ r rv : '•: • ,:..M r_ I m S";*"— ' After Hurrkane Hti^ > ' 1^ •!! . Ill I I, . ••; L •JjJj- ' , "-r'-'r-r? "•' •' iSi Poge 3 Looking for Freedom ^ 133 Vietnamese Boat People Page 5 A striking Pittston coal miner is arrested by a Virginia state trooper. 3'§ .'I- '<mi Seafarers Vacation and Welfare Plans Summaries for 1987 f-afrfc tjfl,. - Jr: - • ,• ;*• • . Rages 16 and 20 ^5^';'. '. . -i. •> JiW ••/ ';;*V,- RT-/- ' . • .- , �SSAFARm LOG President's Report ; f^-:V-:.:|;>.'p-: •ti, ; \ .i'l •• .•- •4i' I; if'. -, f 1 ;' • )•-'•'V ' ;-• '-."^V ^.i" There's a situation moving front and center that could be the cause of considerable embarrassment to the United States. In fact it is hard to understand how the use of the Panamanian registry by American-owned vessels has managed to avoid becoming at least the subject of debate in these days of strained relations with Panama's political regime. Eventually the inconsistency between U.S. practices and rhetoric has to become part of the national debate on how the dilemma over General Noriega will be dealt with. On the one hand, Panama has been repre­ sented as a threat to U.S. security, while on the other hand, the U.S. allows American ship­ owners to hand over hard American dollars to Panama for the privilege of flying its flag. It doesn't take much insight to recognize that it is plain bad policy to allow Americans to transmit U.S. dollars in the form of registry fees and taxes to an unfriendly nation charged with activities harmful to the American people. This Panamanian situation revives the question over the wisdom of America's attitudes and policies in regard to the approval of runaway flags as a means of escaping the obligations and responsibil­ ities accepted by companies who fly the Stars and Stripes over their vessels. Once again we are reminded of the hollowness of the socalled theory of "Effective U.S. Control." It is a policy which our union, along with members of the military establishment, members of Congress and just plain citizens con­ cerned with the national security and America's best interests, have fought against since the end of World War II. Leading the fight for the other side has been the State Department and the advocates of free trade at any price and, of course, the major oil companies and others who were running away from orga­ nized American workers and their standards of wages and condi­ tions, without regard for national security considerations. There have always been some shipowners who have resorted to foreign flags, going back to the War of 1812, when a few American shipping companies put their vessels under the Portuguese flag in order to avoid having them captured by the British navy. But foreign registry of U.S. ships never amounted to anything until World War II, when foreign shipping took a real beating from the German Uboats and America had to begin sending military supplies to the Allies. Because the U.S. neutrality law that had been enacted in 1939 restricted the use of U.S. ships in war trades, the government encouraged shipowners to put some vessels under the friendly but neutral Panamanian and Honduran registries which were then able to carry supplies to the Allies with less risk of being torpedoed. Index« to LOG Features '^1^' '^' ' ' '. •: V' •'" Page Notice Dispatcher Report/Deep Sea* ^ • *14 Dispatcher Report/failand•••••••• •• • • • •••••••••••••«••«•• •17 Dispatcher Report/Great Lakes• • • • • •••••••••••••••••••••• *17Pioal Departures ••••«• • • •••••«•••.••••••••*•••••••«•• • 21*22 Know Your Rights***•••••****• ••**••*••******-• • ••••*****20 liCgal A.id Directory••••••••**•*••••**••**•*•**••*•••*••• *20 Letters to the Editor *•********•***•*•**•••••*•**•*•••••• *11 Lundeberg School Apphcatiou *•***•****•*••**•***• * • • • * * • *23 Lundeberg School Course Schedule •*••***••••••••*••**••**23 Luodeberg School G^raduates*•****•*••*•••**••*••«**•*****10 Meeting Notice *••••••••••**•**•***••••••*•**••••«•••••• *14 Pensioners **•*••**•••**••*••***•*•••••••••••••••••••••• *10 Personals **•*•••«•••*••••*••*••*•*•**••••••••••••••••••*14 Ship's Nlinutes ••••••• • • *••**•• • • •••••*••• *.* • •«• * * *13*10^ IS Union Rail Directing•••******••**•••••**•*•••****•*••*•••17 Volume 51, Number 9 ?:;'4.-px- September, 1989 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, L^es and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGlorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" Campbell; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice Ih-esident Gulf Coast, Thomas Glldewell; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy Mercer. Communications Elepartment Director, Jessica Smith; Managing Editor, Mike Hall; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan, Max Hall and Deborah Greene. When the U.S. became involved in the war, the Panamanian and Honduran registered American-owned ships came under control of the U.S. government. After the war, the cheap, tax-free, lower wage, less-stringent inspection and safety standards of the Panama­ nian and Honduran—^and newer Liberian registries ^were attractive to oil companies, other proprietary carriers and all sorts of fly-bynight operations that were set up through the purchase of war-buUt surplus U.S. ships. . « • j Because the mass move away from the American flag was viewed as a threat to the national security, and attacked by the unions and others sharing their concern, supporters of the runaway flag concept prevailed on the Department of Defense to set up the policy of Effective U.S. Control (EUSC). The practice of registering ships under the Panamanian and Hon­ duran registries was a temporary wartime measure in the national interest, but it didn't stop with the war's end. In the post-war period the U.S. sank to 11th place among shipping nations, as the Panama, Honduras and Liberia registries expanded rapidly Our union and others continued to fight the effective control theory over the years, but despite examples of its clear ineffective­ ness, the policy survived. And now, at least in regard to Panama, we've come full circle. Panama is no longer friendly, rather it is considered hostile, and the U.S., in so far as American ships flying the Panamanian flag are concerned, turns its head while U.S. foreign-flag shipowners keep feeding the enemy, with cash and jobs. What does it take to wake up America? sSs! Defense Panel Concludes Draft Of National Sealift Policy The critical issue of a national sealift capability was addressed by a partnership of private sector and government representatives from September 7 through 9 at the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, MD. Brought together by the military sealift committee of the Nation^ Defense Transportation Associa­ tion (NDTA), the group finalized a statement which will be pre­ sented to the organization's 1989 Annual Forum later this month. The NDTA's sealift committee is made up of decision makers, including company CEO's and top military officers. Seafarers International Union President Michael Sacco served as co-chairman of the subcommit­ tee on manning with Admiral Paul Krinsky, superintendent of the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point. Other issues of concern dis­ cussed in subcommittees in­ cluded: the kinds of vessels in the U.S.-flag fleet, intermodalism and land transport, the ready reserve fleet, naval and defense consid­ erations, ship construction and re­ pair. The first draft of the NDTA's national sealift policy was sub­ mitted to the White House earlier this year. The group stressed the importance of the nation's ability "to respond unilaterally to secu­ rity threats" without having to rely on allies or foreign-flag ves­ sels owned by Americans. Federal agencies, said the first draft of the NDTA's sealift policy statement, must promote, "through efficient application of existing laws and regulations . . ., the readiness of the U.S. merchant marine. . ." Responsibility for implementing a national sealift policy should be placed in the hands of the deputy assistant to the president for na­ tional security affairs and the administration should present leg­ islative remedies to Congress, concludes the working draft of the NDTA statement. The NDTA's sealift policy com­ mittee added to the group's first statement during its meeting in Piney Point. The finalized draft will be submitted to the NDTA's annual forum later in September. Once adopted, it will serve as a guideline for government action towards implementing a national sealift policy. Some of the NDTA mihtary seahft committee members Hismss the final draft of the group's policy statement. Pictured left to right are; Farrell Lines President Richard Parks, American Bureau of Shipping President Dick Soper, Sea-Land Director of Government Sales Ken Gaulden, SIU President Michael Sacco and CSX CEO Ron Drucker. W' B' fapiili! ' '• ' J.' ' i �' • •'K'i-r; \. ;;;5:7v#g^ >>""'I'^'y!: • '5^yj?!:^1-iV-:v/. ":• '-'J' •'• mil M I apmBiR,im fiiro Pndutf Caniers Now Under SlU Banner Will Transport Fertiliier to the Soviet Union Beginning this month, two prod­ uct carriers that previously have operated non-union will come un­ der the SIU banner and will carry liquid fertilizer from Jacksonville to the Soviet Union. The integrated tug barge units (ITB's) are owned by Occidental Petroleum subsidiaries and now will be operated by Ocean Shipholding, Inc., an SlU-contracted company, it was announced at the end of August. Ocean Shipholding and its two affiliates. Ocean Chemical Car­ riers and Ocean Chemical Trans­ port, have a 12-year contract to operate the Julius Hammer and the Frances Hammer for Occiden­ tal, the world's tenth largest' oil company. v'.'.^i^V :l • ' v-i-y. r^'Wi- •- A'Vi' '• • •y.y-y^fy •' '.-.• .". •! • r-iV- ;•- . '• -y yy'•T 'ks"' 1.^ I ,":;;r|yy::.;y,-;; 'v' '• yy ' • • The pictures above were taken on the Frances Hammer just before it left Jacksonville last month. Top, Chief Steward JoAnne B. Knight frosts a chocolate cake. Second down from the top, Chief Cook Hasan Rahman passes lunch to a waiting crewmemher in the galley line. Third down from the top, AB Doug Flynt in the crew lounge. Bottom, Mrs. Richard Wilson, wife of the hosun on the Frances Hammer, pays a last minute visit before the ship sets sail. Owned by Armand Hammer Occidental Petroleum is also an international gas, chemical and food processing company. The company's 91-year-old chairman and chief executive officer. Dr. Armand Hammer, is renown in the business, art, medical and dip­ lomatic communities. Dr. Hammer was the first for­ eigner to do business with the Soviet Union in the '20's and con­ tinued to maintain contacts behind the iron curtain in subsequent dec­ ades. In 1955, two years before Ham­ mer took over the company's helm. Occidental Petroleum had a mar­ ket value of $108,000. In 1988, the company's market value was $6.9 billion. Dr. Hammer is the subject of a biography published in 1975 and written by Robert Considine: The Remarkable Life of Dr. Armand Hammer. Ships in Tip-Top Shape The Julius Hammer bears the name of Dr. Hammer's father, and the Frances Hammer is named for the CEO's third wife. Each vessel is "about the size of a good-sized product tanker," says Ocean Shipholding's Vice President for Corporate Development James P. McGregor. The tanks are stainless steel, "spotless, it looks more like a brewery in there," said Mc­ Gregor. Each tank has a special cargo heating system. The pair of eight-year-old ves­ sels—the Julius Hammer and the Frances Hammer—^are designed for the carriage of 40,000 tons of superphosphoric acid, a highly concentrated liquid fertilizer feed­ stock. Each voyage between Jackson­ ville, FL and Odessa, located on the Black Sea, will take 10 to 25 days. After crossing the Atlantic Ocean, the ITB's will make their way across the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea, through the Sea of Marmara and into the Black Sea. Odessa, the ITB's major portof-call, is located in the southern Ukraine. It is a major seaport and industrial center and the base of the Soviet Antarctic whaling fleet. 'r -> M'.' -timg/:, Bosun Richard Wilson (center) signs on for the first SIU voyage aboard the Frances Hammer with SIU Assistant Vice President Augie Tellez (left) while QMED Pumpman Richard Parish watches. h. Assistant Vice President George Ripoii (seated, center) discusses the new SIU contract for the Frances Hammer with (left to right) General Utility Alan Less, Chief Cook Hasan Rahman and Engine Utility George Demetropoulos. SIU Announces Hurricane Relief Immediately after Hurricane Hugo struck the Caribbean region, the Seafarers International Union and its industrial division, the United Industrial Workers (UIW), launched a program to collect emergency relief aid for workers in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The union also announced it will work with the AFL-CIO to pro­ vide disaster assistance to the communities of Puerto Rico and Charleston, SC. On September 17 and 18, Hur­ ricane Hugo slammed through the Caribbean, leaving a chain of dev­ astated islands in its wake. After wreaking havoc in the Caribbean, Hurricane Hugo hit Charleston, SC with winds of more than 140 miles an hour. Among the thousands of people left homeless and in need of sup­ plies are union members in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and South Carolina. Working with SlU-contracted company CrowleyTTMT, which has regular service from the continen­ tal United States to the Caribbean, the union has established relief aid collection centers at the Philadel­ phia and Jacksonville halls. Crowley/TMT has provided trailers which will be shipped by the company to St. Thomas and St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Is­ lands. Union representatives in Phila­ delphia and Jacksonville are work­ ing with radio stations and civic organizations to secure materials which are needed in the U.S. Vir­ gin Islands. Among the items being collected are canned and dry food, batteries, candles, bottled water and disinfectants. The port of Philadelphia re­ ported a contribution of 5(X) gal­ lons of bottled water from Great Bear, the company which supplies the union hall with water for its cooler. SIU industrial members in Ohio are securing several trailers of food while California UIW workers are raising funds and shipping batter­ ies. SIU Vice President Steve Edney reported a donation of hundreds of cans of tunafish. The SIU's industrial division represents 3,500 government and private employees in the U.S. Vir­ gin Islands. m 'J �. . V:,'/•••"••^' •' •^••?V.-{-v:V.V-'^ -• M '.•' SIAFARCRS LOG - 3f _f • • tlM Government Commitment Key To National Transport Policy I' •kf • l • C 'i '••7,'. • V.--' ' -'.v Ijg; r1-' ^ 4: • .''• • " I; i ; • s? • •, X.- i,i •f" V',i- ; -" • 7/;-- VA" • i: •3m: 3m- i---- fi •>•'' -ti '• t , '3 3x 3 xl If • reserve a portion of U.S. bulk cargoes to U.S.-flag vessels, • enforce federal agency compli­ ance with current cargo pref­ erence laws, • reform procurement practices of the Military Sealift Command and, • encourage U.S. exporters to utilize U.S.-flag ships. The Transportation Institute (TI), an organization representing deep sea. Great Lakes and inland waterways operators, also noted that current manpower arid ship levels are not enough to meet a national emergency. TI outlined three principles the government must meet if the U.S. merchant marine is to be counted on to fulfill its defense mission: ' "DOT must make revitalization of the U.S.-flag merchant marine a top priority, the U.S. government must ensure that U.S.flag opera­ tors carry a fair share of all cargo and the U.S. government must enable U.S.-flag carriers in foreign commerce to operate with crew cost, vessel cost and operational parity." Richard C. Maybuck of Cove Shipping also called for a cargo reservation policy. "A cargo res­ ervation policy is not a subsidy, nor would it create any additional burden on the taxpayer," he said. The Department of Transpor­ tation will continue to accept tes­ timony on the subject of a national transportation policy for the re­ mainder of the year. From the recommendations and information supplied through hearings, state­ ments and testimony, the agency expects to formulate nation^ transportation objectives to pres­ ent publicly early next year. Manpower Director Bart Rogers (center) explains the procedure for the computerized shipping of members to various ships to Rear Admiral Paul L. Krinsky, superintendent of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. In the foreground, Carol Johnson prepares a job order for the system. Oil Spill Bill Moves in House A House version of an oil spill clean up and liability bill is due to come to a floor vote in early Oc­ tober. The bill establishes a $1 billion oil spill clean up and com­ pensation fund and sets liability standards. The maritime industry is con­ cerned that whatever legislation passes, a single federal standard for clean up regulations and lia­ bility be established. The House bill sets federal standards, while a similar Senate bill allows state regulations to govern. The House bill contains other differences from the oil spill legislatiori passed last month by the Senate, but if passed, a conference of both congressional bitches will work out final language. Representative Walter Jones (DNC), the committee's chairman, said, "This bill now represents the "User Fees/'A Bad Idea ls Before Congress Once Again it, I; i;, r - ' Government policy and com­ mitment will determine whether or not the U.S. merchant fleet and its seagoing work force will have a future, the SIU and other mar­ itime groups told a federal panel which will establish a national transportation policy in the com­ ing year. The Department of Transpor­ tation (DOT) has been holding a series of hearings around the country to determine what is needed for an efficient transpor­ tation policy which covers all sec­ tors including air, water and land. "The SIU hopes that the na­ tional transportation policy will treat the U.S.-flag merchant fleet as an equal partner in the nation's transportation network," the union's statement said. Of particular importance to a national transportation policy, noted the SIU, is the combined loss of active ships and the drop in seagoing work force which could result in a "manpower crisis" in case of a national emergency. "There is only one source for the highly trained and experienced American seafarers required in time of war: persbnnel who have been actively sailing in U.S. ships dur­ ing peacetime. "But with the decline of job opportunities and billets in the private merchant fleet, it is pain­ fully apparent that trained Amer­ ican citizen crews will just not be available—barring decisive gov­ ernment action," the SIU said. In its statement to DOT, the AFL-CIO's Maritime Trades De­ partment said, "No merchant fleet can exist without assured cargoes to carry." The MTD statement also outlined several ways to boost cargo for the U.S. fleet: Academy Chief Inspects Union's School For the fifth time in nine years, the Department of Transportation is trying to tax the U.S. merchant fleet with the imposition of mari­ time user fees. House and Senate conferees will decide the fate of the latest pro­ posal, which is designed to raise $180 million annually. The Senate Committee on Commerce, Sci­ ence and Transportation passed the user fee proposal in July. The House Merchant Marine and Fish­ eries Committee has not yet con­ sidered the proposal during this session. SIU President Michael Sacco has urged Congress not to pass the user fee legislation. "The user fee is inherently a tax and a method of raising revenue for discharging a traditional government func­ tion," Sacco said in a recent letter to U.S. Rep. Walter Jones, Chair­ man of the House Merchant Ma­ rine and Fisheries Committee. The Department of Transpor­ tation, with the approval of the White House, has sought the tax since 1981 when user fees for Coast Guard services were first pro­ posed as a way to lower the budget deficit. In its first draft, the bill was designed to raise $5()0 million by 1986 from recreational boaters, commercial fishermen and U.S. and foreign merchant vessels. It also proposed a series of direct . . . fees are being sought from U.S. flag vessels and seamen ... charges for Coast Guard inspec­ tions and merchant seaman licen­ sing. Although proposed again in 1982 and 1983, the legislation never was passed from a corigressional com­ mittee until 1986 when the Senate Commerce Committee approved it. As in 1989, the House did not consider the bill and it died in conference. Under the present bill, direct fees again are being sought from U.S. flag commercial vessels and seamen for licensing, documen­ tation and inspection activities. On top of that, the Department of Transportation, which oversees the Coast Guard, also seeks a $25 tax on virtually all commercial and recreational vessels operated on the navigable waters of the United States. The department estimates the net receipts would reduce the budget by $180 million annually for each of the next five years. The legislation as drafted by the administration does permit the Secretary of Transportation to grant exceptions "when he or she determines it is in the public in­ terest to do so." President Sacco, in his letter, said the SIU believes "that the items for which user fees would be imposed are the result of sta­ tutory requirements enacted by Congress for the common good. "The industry must comply with statutorily mandated vessel in­ spections and the licensing and certification of seamen," Sacco continued. "These are clearly de­ signed to benefit the nation as a whole." most comprehensive approach to the issue of liability, compensa­ tion, prevention and response ever undertaken by this committee. "In addition to the earlier pro­ visions which establish a $1 billion oil industry-funded cleanup and compensation fund and ensure prompt and complete recovery for those injured by an oil spill, the bill now goes further and takes several steps to prevent and re­ spond to future spills." House version calls for single federal standards ... Along with the clean up fund, the House oil spill bill requires the Coast Guard to look at the entire scope of tanker construction, nav­ igation, manning and safety issues and mrike a report to Congress. It also requires spill contingency plans for ships and facilities to be co­ ordinated on a local and national level. "We require the establishment of at least seven continuously manned, federal strike teams that can respond immediately to a pol­ lution incident. And finally, we pump money into an R&D pro­ gram because there has got to be a better way to clean up this kind of mess than with buckets and mops," Jones said. Both the Senate and House bills make vessel owners liable for cleanup costs and damages up to specified liability limits. Once an owner's liability is reached, the cleanup fund kicks in. The fund will be financed by a 3 cent per barrel tax on imported crude-oil and other petroleum products. Congress has debated oil spill bills in the last eight sessions, but has not enacted one. The Senate bill passed last month. Should the House approve its legislation, a conference com­ mittee made up of members of both legislative bodies would be created to settle the differences. �iiilWiii'iPiiiiiiSiii® SimMBeR, 1989 J„>J - "--4V • The 133 Vietnamese refugees ' Crewmembers from the Aries had been crammed aboard the small went down the gangway to inspect junk for 10 days before Seafarers the junk. There were only five aboard the LNG Aries (ETC) gallons of water aboard and very spotted the boat's distress signals. little food for the 133 refugees, The Aries, on its way from Arun, including several infants. The crew helped the 133 aboard Indonesia to Tobata, Japan, spot­ the Aries and each refugee was ted the two-masted junk just be­ fore 7 a.m., July 2 in the South given a chance to take a shower. Their clothes were collected and China Sea. "The junk was heavily washed, and the crew made do­ ladened with people waving frant­ nations of their own clothing so ically," Captain Daniel Spence, each individual had clean said in the ship's log. clothes after their long trip from The huge natural gas carrier was slowed and turned about to ap­ Saigon. The Aires fed and housed the proach the junk. Because the group until it reached Japmi, where wooden vessel had no engine, the the refugees were turned over to Aries was turned again so the boat United Nations' authorities to await was alongside the starboard gang­ processing. way. ^ • •"•a, IJtfl SIU crewmembers welcomed the refugees aboard the LNG Aries. Meeting with some of the ship's visitors are Steward Assistant Mark HoUey (above) and Steward Dana Paradise (right). The galley crew worked a great deal of long hours to provide food to the boat people, many of whom had been without nourishment for days. SIU Members Express Concern Over Fate of Boat People ••rV • }-V '!t^.-'J : -.'.-r • u--<''^-''':''V *"'•"• ' •• ,/<;-..%!T;r;-.~ i-:'r''Vv/ -'- ;-vv_^:f:^:;:.u-^ ',•;. • -'; ';„f . .':l VlvV'^'*„;M";'^' •:-^^'^--;V-V' Rescue operations are under way to transfer the 133 Vietnamese refugees from their junk to the LNG Aries. The refugees had been drifting for 10 days before being discovered. , • . ;Y' ^ Third Mate John Bates, with the help of a translator, issues instructions to the refugees who have gathered on the deck of the LNG Aries. "In regards to the 133 brave men, women and children that at very hazardous risks to life, fled from Vietnam on a small boat into almost certain disaster in the South China Sea . . . Please do not let any of these brave people fall back into the hands of Vietnam again. "In remembrance of our war of independence, give them liberty or you will surely give them death." The above letter was written and signed by the entire SIU crew of the Aries and delivered to the Jacksonville, FL hall by QMED David Terry. The union then for­ warded the letter to the United Nations and the administration. LOG staff members also investi­ gated the plight of Vietnamese boat people . The 133 Vietnamese refugees rescued by the crew of the LNG Aries (see accompanying story) face a long wait and an uncertain future in their quest for freedom. If they are not classified "politi­ cal" refugees, they could face a forced return to Vietnam. The 133 have made an impres­ sion on the crew of the Aries, but now must convince United Na­ tions and United States officials that they deserve political asylum. More than one million people have fled Vietnam in the past 14 years, with about 800,000 settling in the United States. UN refugee experts say the flow of refugees has increased dramatically in the past year which has forced some Asian countries to review thenrefugee policies. In the past when a group of refugees was picked up, they were assigned to the country of the ship. If an American ship rescued them, they would be processed for even­ tual immigration to America, if a French ship made the rescue then France would be the host country. On the average, according to Beth Rutledge of the International Rescue Committee, a private or­ ganization which monitors refugee problems worldwide, the process­ ing took about a year. After the refugees are disem­ barked, they are registered with the United Nations, which operates refugee camps throughout Asia. At the camp, immigration au­ thorities determine if a person is a political refugee or an economic "migrant." If a refugee has rela­ tives outside of Vietnam, he or she may be passed on to the coun­ try where their nearest blood rel­ ative lives. If a refugee is approved for immigration to the United States, he or she will be transferred to a refugee camp which the U.S. op­ erates in the Philippines. There, they will receive English lessons and other schooling to help them assimilate when they reach Amer­ ican shores. If they are not accepted by any country, they just sit and wait, Rutledge said. But just a few weeks ago, Asian nations met and some guidelines were set up. At this time, refugee workers are not sure what type of effect the new rules may have. The first step in the new guide­ lines will be a determination of whether a refugee is fleeing from political persecution or simply for economic reasons. While no one has been forced back to Vietnam yet, refugee groups are concerned about the future of the boat people. "We hope the new system is fair, but we just have to wait and see," Rutledge said. mkmgn''. - • -r ^ • •••• Jri-i... i;:' ' �'it- • ^ t saiuasioe ; • ' ' jgS'- • • • l'li-V:W, , aliSiff': G0V7 ORDIRS HEW EUOIONS FOR TWO MARiniHE UNIONS MM&P Membership May Vote for President, Secretary-Treasurer • | •; :• " 'I:;"; // •;• 3:tS::,....': T:v; ::••• .t. ;' ' ,,; r^lV li- ' ::• •.- '. •" f '•,r..,, • BALTIMORE — Secretary of La­ bor Elizabeth Dole has asked the United States District Court to declare the Masters, Mates and Pdots (I^&P) 1988 elections "nuU and void" and to direct a new election. The Department of Labor's ac­ tion this summer was triggered by a series of complaints of election misconduct filed by MM&P mem­ bers which prompted a govern­ ment investigation. In requesting a judgment di­ recting new elections for the po­ sitions of International President and International SecretaryTreasurer, the government claim^ the union violated its constitution and national laws. The MM&P election in question took place during a 90 day balloting proce­ dure which ended December 30, 1988. Specifically, the Department of Labor alleged the MM&P "failed to provide adequate safeguards to insure a fair election by: (a) per­ mitting the voting of fraudulent ballots; and (b) permitting a union official to have access to the bal­ lots." The government also cited vi­ olations of law concerning "failing to mail an election notice to each member at his last known home address 15 days before the elec­ tion; . . . failing to provide ade­ quate notice of the balloting pro­ cedures; . . . denying members in good standing the opportunity to vote; and . . . failing to conduct its election in accordance with its constitution." At stake in new MM&P elec­ tions will be the positions cur­ rently held by International Pres­ ident Robert Lowen and International Secretary-Treasurer Elwood Kyser. The Journal of Commerce last month reported the 1988 election results as follows: Lowen received 2,247 while his challenger, Timo­ thy Brown had 2,149 cast in his favor. Kyser won with 2,315 votes. His opponent, James Hopkins, carried a vote of 2,049. Vote Set for Officers Of D1 MEBA/NMU Unlicensed Division NEW YORK — The Journal of Commerce reported last month that arrangements for a govern­ ment-ordered election will deter­ mine the officers of the unlicensed division of District 1 Marine En­ gineers Beneficial Association/ National Maritime Union. The unlicensed division is com­ prised of members who had pre­ viously been, affiliated with the independent National Maritime Union (NMU). In March of 1988, NMU became part of District 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial As­ sociation (MEBA). The Department of Labor sought an election after NMU member Albert Jackson charged that the union had violated national law when it did not hold an election within a five-year period. Under national labor laws, a union must elect officers every five years. The last NMU election was in 1983. Voting in October, November In the August 25 article, the Journal of Commerce reported ballots will be mailed to "some 20,000 members of the unlicensed division during September. Actual voting can take place in 'October and November. The ballots will be counted and the winners an-: nounced by December 15." The article also noted that Shan­ non Wall will not seek a position with the union. Wall served as president of the National Maritime Union prior to its association with District 1 MEBA. Currently he holds the position of chairman of the unlicensed division in District 1 MEBA/NMU. Three candidates for the posi­ tion Wall holds currently were certified by the union because they met the requirements outlined in the organization's constitution. James "Pat" Paterson, Louis Parisi and Albert Jackson were all eligible to run, reported the Jour­ nal of Commerce. Lakes Members Ratify 4-Year Pact SIU Great Lakes sailors have ratified a new, four-year pact. The new contract between the SIU and the Great Lakes Association of Marine Operators (GLAMO) cov­ ers members shipping on vessels operated by companies that are members of the employer associ­ ation. There were considerable changes in the work rules from the previous SIU/GLAMO contract. "There had been some problems onboard and the ships' committees made sev­ eral suggestions to our negotia­ tors," said Byron Kelley, SIU assistant vice president and chief negotiator for the contract talks. One of the major concerns of the membership had been the stag­ gered work day some ships' offi­ cers were requiring for bosuns and AB's. Under the new contract, the official work day is between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., with automatic over­ time for work done outside of those hours. The contact runs through Au­ gust of 1992. The GLAMO fleet consists of ships from American Steamship Co., Pringle Transit, Litton In­ dustries and Medusa Cement. GLAMO's chief negotiator dur­ ing the talks was David Schultze. . --2 . liKi' The remains of a whale dangle from the bow of the Sea-Land Patriot as it sailed across the Pacific last month. Bosun John W. Curlew took this photograph of the whale which was thought to be dead at the time of impact with the ship. Sea-Land Patriot Crewmembers Discover A Whale in the Bow Crewmembers of the Sea-Land Patriot made a graesome discov­ ery one morning in August as the ship was steaming in the Pacific near Japan. The Patriot had struck a 25 to 30 foot whale. The impact had almost cut the large mammal in half. With the whale's body wedged in the ship's sharp bow, it took almost two days before it could be dislodged, reported the ship's bosun, John W. Curlew. Crewmembers who feared they may have killed one of the sea's great creatures can rest a bit eas­ ier. Marine life experts contacted by the LOG said the whale prob­ ably was already dead. "A live, healthy whale wouldn't let a 600-foot ship sneak up on it. A whale's senses are much too refined. Sometimes whales are cu­ rious and will investigate a passing ship, but I've never heard of whale being run over in the middle of the ocean," said Dr. Robert Plantz of the University of California at Santa Cruz, a marine biologist. He said the most likely scenario was that the creature was dead, or seriously ill, when the Patriot struck it. There have been cases of col­ lisions between whales and small boats, mostly at night, but scien­ tists attribute those incidents to larger animals whose size and strength may damage a small boat accidently while checking the boat over. Most whales in the oceans are wary of large ships and do keep their distance. But in some cases they become used to human con-» tact, such as off Cape Cod. Atlan­ tic humpback whales arrive off the sh '•r • Cape Cod coast each late spring. Dozens of whale-watching ships take tourists to those areas to see the large sea mammals. There the whales seem uncon­ cerned about the intrusion on their natural summering area and some do approach close to the boats. 'A live, healthy whale wouldn't let a 600-foot ship sneak up on it.' but for the most part stay several hundred feet away. In the Gulf of California, be­ tween Baja California and Mexico, there is a small lagoon that is the winter home to the Pacific gray whale. The animals there have become so accustomed to human contact that many let small rubber boats approach and allow people to pet them. The whales are also very careful about maneuvering around the fragile craft. That lagoon is protected by the Mexican government, but it once was a major whaling area, where every winter thousands of whales were slaughtered. After the whal­ ing was stopped, scientists said it took many decades for the whales to accept the presence of humans in the area. Now some seem to seek out human contact. Word of the ship's predicament was forwarded through the ship's minutes. Members were afraid that the Patriot had slain the mammal. Brother Curlew took photographs that were provided to the union. �••'•• .i 'f ' -••• •• 'Ji''i4 'V"*.' SCmMBER, 1989 .ve:;i-wi B'ty, (^T-; >,:v-^. •••?• .• TRJUNING EXPEKISINSPCCT UNION'S SCHOOL appropriate and good setting for our meeting," said Laura Perlman, HRDI information special­ ist. "We learned a lot at the school about what SIU can carry out for its members." SlU personnel Carl Peth (left), Jackie Knoetgen (third from left) and Sandy White (right) discuss how education helps Seafarers upgrade and advance to better paying jobs with the staff of HRDI during its recent visit to the Lundeberg School. The staff of the Human Re­ sources Development Institute, AFL-CIO, toured the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship in August and held a conference at the site to plan its 1990 program. HRDI is the employment train­ ing wing of the AFL-CIO, the federation of national and inters national unions in the U.S. HRDI is made up of union members from across the country who provide job training to laid off and dis­ placed workers. "We thought the school was an Group Inspired by School Although HRDI's executive board had held several meetings at the school, Mrs. Perlman ex­ plained this was the first visit for much of the staff. While visiting Lundebeig School classrooms and talking with in­ structors, HRDI staff members constantly were expressing amazement about the institution. "There is so much here that SIU members can use," said Dan­ iel Marschall, HRDI national co­ ordinator. "There are so many ideas that we can use to help others as well." HRDI was created by the AFLCIO 21 years ago to work with state and local labor federations. It has several regional coordina­ tors across the country to work with the Washington headquar­ ters. Sneak Attack on Cargo Proforonco Laws Fails It was 25 minutes to ten at night on September 20, and the Senate was considering an amendment to an appropriations bill which would increase U.S. assistance to Po­ land. Senator Charles Grassley (RlA) announced he had an amend­ ment to the amendment. Grassley proposed that all aid to Poland be exempted from existing cargo preference laws. Senator John Breaux (D-LA), who serves as Chairman of the Senate's Merchant Marine Sub­ committee, immediately objected. What Senator Grassley's amendment does, said Breaux, "is that in order to help Poland, it takes a final blow at the American merchant marine. "The amendment says, 'Well, Poland is so important, we are going to eliminate Americans' jobs, we are going to eliminate the one program that we have that helps the U.S. merchant marine, and we are going to do it for Poland.' . . .If we do it for Poland, should we not do it for all foreign coun­ tries? Should we not eliminate the whole program? I say the answer is no." Breaux concluded, "While I am all for helping Poland, it simply should not be done at the expense of the U.S. merchant marine which is vital to our national security and the national defense ..." Senator Bennett Johnston (DLA) noted that the amendment came as a surprise. "This waives," he said, "the Jones Act, the Cargo Gov't Service Division Members On USNS Kowishiwi Recognized In an awards ceremony earlier this summer, several USNS Kawishiwi crewmembers were rec­ ognized for their contributions to­ wards the smooth running of the vessel, a fleet oiler. Engine utility man Gorden S. Wilson received a letter of appre­ ciation for his outstanding work. Wilson previously had been nom­ inated for the Military Sealift Command Pacific (MSCPAC) ci­ tation of "Mariner Award of Ex­ cellence." AB Curtiss Miner's 15 years of service with MSCPAC were rec­ ognized with the presentation of a special pin from the group's acting inspector. Captain J.W. Bruckner. Special Act Awards were pre­ sented to utilitymen Rodolfo 1; . - Cachin and Willie Moore who helped the steward department re­ ceive a top rating during the annual ship inspection and survey. USNS Kawishiwi Captain Nate Smith also presented the MSCPAC Award of Excellence to Michael Sullivan, the ship's first assistant engineer, for his accomplishments in the repair of equipment which had malfunctioned or broken down. Smith noted how Sullivan's ac­ tions had prevented costly repairs and vessel downtime. Chief En­ gineer Carl Chavaree nominated Sullivan for the award. Third Mate Douglas Choy was recognized by Captain Smith for his work in repairing fire fighting and damage control equipment which had been rendered useless during the ship's overhaul last year. Preference Act and, why? Be­ cause it is Poland? Well, sure we like Poland. But we also like Ethiopia. They have starving peo­ ple in Ethiopia. We have friends all around the world to whom we ship agricultural commodities ... ^(the aid) should not be done at the expense of the U.S. merchant marine There is no logical basis, other than perhaps sentimentalism, to ex­ empt Poland from the Jones Act. "If we say by this amendment we are going to exempt this just because it is Poland—and I do not mean to minimize the importance of Poland and Lech Walesa, and what is going on there—but if we are going to exempt it from this, we might as well repeal the whole act." That, Johnston pointed out, was legislation and the rules of the Senate did not allow that kind of proposal to be added to an appro­ priations bill. The Louisiana sen­ ator asked the Senate to declare Grassley's amendment out of or­ der. The presiding officer of the Senate agreed. Grassley challenged the ruling of the chair. In a vote on whether the presiding officer had been cor­ rect in not allowing Grassley's amendment, 64 Senators voted with the chair and 33 against. Thus, around ten o'clock on the night of September 20 a surprise attack on the nation's cargo pref­ erence laws was beat back. . '' * '' Of SIU, Dies Joseph Mazzola, a long-tiihe leader in San Francisco's labor community, was killed last month in an auto accident. Mazzola, 72, was business manager for the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 38. . Before he joined the marine lo­ cal of the steamfitters and pipefit­ ters, Mazzola sailed as bellman on the passenger ships of Matson and American President Lines in 193940. He was a member of the old Marine Cooks and Stewards Union, "Joe had a real soft spot for seamen," said SIU Vice President George McCartney. "He'd help the guys on the beach find tem^ porary work in the shipyards of construction." Mazzola was elected business aigent of the Marine Union of Ship­ yard Workers in 1941. The union fepresented some 20,000 people working in San Francisco's ship^ yards during World War II. lii 1947 four plumbers and pipefitters unions merged to become LochI 38. Mazzola was elected business agent of the merged union. Under his leadership. Local 38 established college scholarship programs for children of union members and advanced health and pension plans. ''No labor leader in any city has done more for his men than Joe Mazzola has done for his," said Joseph Alioto, former mayor of San Francisco. Always Helped Seamen At a mass for Mazzola, MFOW President Whitey Disley said, "Whenever there was a crisis, he never failed to call and ask if he could be of any help to the Marine Firemen's Union," Mazzola's son Lawrence said his father "realized at a young age, that it took unions to speak for workers and he fought for the little guy all his life." "Joe was a dreamer, a builder and a doer in the grand Frisco tradition, sort ofa William Ralston with a pipe wrench. He was a short man who built big things for the little guy to enjoy. He virtually built the Apostleship of the Sea, a place of welcome for merchant seamen," Warren Hinckle, a col­ umnist for the San Francisco Ex­ aminer, wrote. Along with his son and brother, Mazzola is survived by his wife Vera, a daughter, JoAnne Ken­ nedy and five grandchildren. • '''f, h. \ jM. - �?: i]^ Jnr w- .Jf^^S-;' -- tt^ s*-% ^ ^ f SlAFAROlSm SIU on the Move in N, Bedford Close to 100 fishing boats in the nation's biggest revenue produc­ ing fishing port sail un(|er SIU contracts. The SIU fishermen crew both the 12-man scallopers and the sixman draggers that sail from the port of New Bedford. SIU Port Agent Henri Francois said half of the membership is made up of individuals who have immigrated from Portugal or who are of Portuguese descent. The union has represented fish­ ermen in the port for decades, and organizing continues as new boat operators enter the industry. Francois notes that belonging to the SIU provides security and benefits not available to non-union fishermen. Along with the many normal benefits, such as pension and welfare plans and grievance procedures, the SIU contract ad­ dresses issues that are unique to A" ';V; ;-VY- :l - ..Y's |;j ^ III' the fishing industry. For example, a fisherman's pay depends on the catch and ex­ penses of the boat he works on. At the end of each of voyage on an SIU fishing vessel, fishermen have a right to inspect the boat's settlement sheet. That document outlines the boat's expenses, such as fuel and ice to keep the fish fresh, the weight of the catch and the price it brought. Each crewmember receives a percentage of the proceeds. Francois said about 90 percent of the non-union fishing boats do not allow the crewmembers to see the settlement sheet. The SIU has been working to help bring down the cost of insur­ ance for fishing vessels. Recently the union was instrumental in passing federal legislation which improved safety standards on American fishing boats. SlU-contracted fishing vessel, the FA^ Senhora da Boa Viagem, is pictured during a blessing-of-the-fleet ceremony. '-rji-"- "IS'f '.|l';:|'' Just part of a day's haul on the F/V Linda & Ilda: a 135-pound halibut. From left to right are Manuel Ferriera, deck; Antonio Renderlo, engine; Antonio Campos Jr., captain; John Ferriera, deck; and Antonio Campos Sr., mate and owner. Crowley Boatmen Approve Contrart The 456 SIU boatmen working for Crowley Maritime Corpora­ tion/Trailer Marine Transport ra­ tified a new five-year contract last month. There are close to 500 unlicensed and licensed seafarers employed at Crowley. The ballots were counted at SIU headquarters by a Crowley tally­ ing committee consisting of John Rakyta representing licensed personnel and Luis Gonzalez at­ tending for the unlicensed boat­ men. Crowley operates 88 tugs and Two crewmembers on the FA^ Jenny & Cristina prepare the nets before they go out fishing on their first trip. /•> "^ ' barges engaged in coastal, deep sea and harbor work. The new pact covers seafarers working in Crowley operations out of the ports of Philadelphia, Jacksonville, San Juan, PR, Lake Charles, LA and Wilniington, CA. The contract runs through July, 1994. Crowley Maritime is headquar­ tered in San Francisco, CA. Its Atlantic division is based in Jack­ sonville, FL. The company pro­ vides marine transport services worldwide. ' i?! ,yf''i''-''^-:",/ ' ; •' / ts'f' •' , IJj''.'' XX^'-W-XiX''• V"' f'm'm-u ] ;'• X •' '. ^i'. .'. ,' ' •i 'i.':- ?• "' K; Y-• '" Executive Vice l^esident Joe Sacco (seated, second from right) and Crowley bargaining committee meml^rs discuss strategy during an earlier negotiating session. Seated are (left to right) James Adaway, SIU Philadelphia Port Agent Dave Heindel, Steve Walsh, Ronald Chavers, David LaPorte and Willie Pettway. Standing are (left to right) Roberto Candelario and Luis Gonzalez. • • After another successful voyi^e, crewmembers aboard the nda prqmre ttie day's catch as the vessel returns to port. Linda & i" • • iY'. M' 4»v �SamiBCR, 1989 ' 'T • m '••••• • Mm 1"* •'- -.-K ••• Lundebera School Commended for Quick Response to Accidental OH Spill The oil spill response actions of upgraders and trainees from the union's Lundeberg School were commended by a Coast Guard officer. The agency's representative arrived after re­ ceiving a call from the Lundeberg School re­ porting an accidental oil spill. By the time the Coast Guard officer came to the site of fhe spill, 95 percent was cleaned. More than 30 students and instructors were called into service at the school's docks to contain lubrication oil when it began to spew froni one of the barges into St. George's Creek. "this is an example of what could happen and how to handle an oil spill on a smaller scale," said school instructor Jim Shaffer after the situation was contained. Shaffer, who will teach the new oil spill training class, supervised the clean up. Shaffer and two upgraders from a tankerman course were prepsuing the barge for a trip to a Baltimore shipyard for repair work. Shaffer said he had started to pump water into the tanks when a gasket ruptured on the pump causing the lube oil to spray across the deck and into the water. Shaffer directed the students to get the tank­ erman class to the docks to assist the clean up operation. He also advised them to contact the Coast Guard about the spill. "Lube oil dissipates very quickly and spreads fast," Shaffer said. "At first glance, I thought about 30 gallons had spilled into the water. It created a 10-foot by 100-foot sheen." When the students arrived, instructor, Jeff , Swansoh used a skiff to deploy the school's new 600-foot oil containment boom. Others, including trainees, grabbed sorbent mops and cloths to begin removing the oil from the creek. Then, instructors Bill Hellwege and Swanson positioned the training tug Susan Collins so that its firehouse could be used to push the oil back toward the dock if it had flowed past the boom. Shaffer reported that the Coast Guard officer investigating the spill was very pleased and surprised at the work done by the students at the school. "Most people don't call the Coast Guard for a spill this small," Shaffer said. "In fact, some marinas normally operate with this much oil in the water around them." Shaffer reported that the whole effort, from the first drop of oil to cleaning and replacing the equipment, only took four hours. : • .•' T m '-•• SI'J < i' - ^ v> - ^4 , lssto?-.<..:,..r-,;' - --zr • -• ii'- Bilfh • . Vr >r ." . Si /,>*""1' n' yv' ' r'.i^ -y;" 'mt AB upgrader Debra Staff and trainee Kevin Sicher work side-by-side to mop the oil spill created when a pump gasket accidentally ruptured on barge at the Lundeberg School dock. I :• -fi 5*&:' '"jJ " ,... '•'*'¥1: mm ^ - - Ronny Miller (back to camera) assists the clean up efforts while a boom is laid to prevent the spill from drifting away from the dock. •'-^1 Upgrader Stephen Penny left his class to lend a hand m the clean up efforts. Above, he sweeps the water m order to gather oU being trapped at the dock by a boom. Sorbent mops, like the one being used by Dennis McKendall, are a vital part of the clean up effort. Scott Horn rings out his mop while Ronny Miller waits his turn during an oil spill clean up at the Lundeberg School. �SiAfARatS 106 M :||||.; IMM'-.^•••. • • t:iH5 ;«•:>•-• ' /< • Wr#;:. '--'-'fi'' -.. ... .-. '•v'; • .J .\mi'' W .••I 'i. MET CLASS Graduates of the Lundeberig Schoor s new Marine Electrical Technician class on August 4 include (left to right) Mark O'Malley, Tyler Womack, Instructor Russ Levin and Phil Maguire. ..«> V..^' I',;, Lf. INLAND LIFEBOATERS Pictured above are members of trainee class 442 after completion of lifeboat training. From left to right are: (front row) Raymond Jones, Gregory Truvia, Kim Janics, Kevin Sicher, Marshall Sanford, (back row) Instructor Ben Cusic, Kaun Roberts, Tyrome Brookins, Keith Kahley, Thaddeus Jalvia and Keith Sicher. " .'.Mif Class 443 Thanks Instrudor 'r: iii,"v.. IIS si' '•... '•• =•• jifS • 'iiS '£i >1" • -' XI/' i:i« UPGRADER LIFEBOAT Lifeboat training provides valuable knowledge to members in the event of an emergency. Upgraders who graduated from the Lundeberg School course August 3 include, from left to right: (front row) Samuel Bilal, Robin Palmer, Debbie Staff, (back row) Instructor Ben Cusic, David Tillma, Tim Weber, Everette Brooks and Cal Saunders. S; Lundeberg instructor Bobby Clinton IB received something very special in the life of a teacher—a. thank you note from his students. Upon graduation, the trainees in class 443 got together to sign a personal note of appreciation to Clinton for everything he did for them, both on and off the clock. Die note, dated August 17, reads: "Class #443 would like to ex­ press our appreciation to you for the help you have given us in the past month of classes. Your effort and consideration have not gone unnoticed. "We feel that you are the best type of teacher: one that takes a personal interest in each of his students. Your easy going manner and the relaxed atmostphere of your classes makes them enjoya­ ble as well as educational. "We are grateful for the extra time you spent working with us. We realize that this time was your person^ time and that you sacri­ ficed it in order for us to get the most out of your classes. Once again, thanks. 'Your effort and , consideration have not gone unnoticed. . .' "As we remember our time at HLSS, we will think of your class as some of our best times. And, of course, some of the most edu­ cational. 'In a major way.' Thanks!" The trainees then added per­ sonal touches when they signed their names. l.'l.i '. S-. •f/- '".v!*'' •- - '• ""••I' •s'"' '-.'- AB CLASS These upgraders graduated August 8. They are now Able Seamen. From left to right are: (front row) Ralph Saunders, Michael Wilson, Arturo Garcia, (second row) Marcus Dawson, Clemens Kessler, Pablo Torres, Albert Knever, Daniel Hanback, Instructor Jake Karaczynski, (back row) Anthony D. Smith, James E. Peterson, Lee White, Lisa Allard, Robert Rock and Tilbert Lettsome. LIFEBOAT Instructor Bobby Clinton (left) poses with the members of trainee class 443 after they complieted their lifeboat training class. From left to right are: (front row) Richard Boleware, Kenneth Spruill, Samuel Lampshire, Paul Cadran, Thomas Guffy, Debra Allred, Mark Moran, James DeMony, (back row, beginning second from left) Christopher Dixon, William Steele, Victor Honigsfeld, Doug Blanchard, David Vogt, Steven Talley, O'Shawn King, Kenneth Greenidge, George Owen HI, Stoney Hardy, Pete Hokenson and Junior Crosbie. ', • �•' • :--i'V" SEPnmR, 1989 •7". .'11* -w. -ri Letters to the Editor Donald iveritt Wants Ta Hear ham Friends To the Editor: Would you please put a personal note in SIU LOG column that Donald Everitt is a patient at Brookhaven Medical Facility in Muskegon, Michigan? He had a stroke and can't talk or use one hand or arm. I am a patient here too. I've knov^n Don­ ald for 26 years. So if it is possible to put it in SIU LOG, he sure would love to hear from his friends. He only gets the SIU LOG. He also needs a color T.V. and mail from friends. Also, he needs cigarettes. He doesn't have much money. He smokes Pall Malls. I hope this is not an inconven­ ience for you. He would like to hear from his friends. A good friend Muskegon, Michigan I', = ,, •.;/!, • Editor's Note: Donald Everitt can be reached at Brookhaven Medi­ cal Care Facility, 1890 East Apple Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442. Child Care Legislation Distussed t.'\i 7{ •,;, h. •; -^ m'-.-i'. To the Editor: My father, Ed T. Callahan, was an SIU member during the 1940's and 1950's. I believe he was active in organizing Cities Service and Isthmian. He died in December of 1966... I note with interest that the union is urging support for the ABC bill. What little I understand of the ABC bill is that it puts the government in the child care busi­ ness. I believe that mothers can care for children better than Uncle Sam can. Why not provide moth­ ers with some kind of government grant that lets them take care of their own kids until they are big enough? I'm in favor of keeping families together. As I think about it, what reason do we have to believe that the U.S. would provide good child care? Looking at the S& L situa­ tion, Pentagon influence scandals, the HUD robbery and our lack of a maritime policy makes me won­ der why Senator Kennedy and others think they will do anything different with our children under their care. I think ABC will become the law but will also be a financial disaster. Children and mothers be­ long together. Please let me know why the SIU favors ABC. I think the union is out of its area on this one. Ed T. CaUahan Jr. Danville, California Editor's Note: Today's reality is that the traditional American fam­ ily—with a father who works and a mother who stays home with the children—now accounts for only 10 percent of all families. While many parents would prefer to stay home with their children, eco­ nomic necessity forces most ablebodied adults to seek work. Lack of adequate child care services has meant that many parents, while trying to support their families, have left their children in inade­ quate, and Sometimes dangerous, child care situations. The Act for Better Child Care (ABC) bill was introduced by Sen­ ators Chris Dodd, a Democrat from Connecticut, and Orrin Hatch, a Republican from Utah. The ma­ jority of monies allocated in the bill would be used for direct as­ sistance to low-income working families to help them purchase child care from facilities which have met stringent regulations. The remaining funds would be used to increase child care services, up­ grade the quality of day care and establish guidelines for licensing facilities. The bill also calls for the establishment of a refundable de­ pendent care tax credit, a child health insurance tax credit and a young child supplement to the earned income tax credit. In supporting the legislation the AFL-CIO has said: "Organized labor historically has been com­ mitted to the premise that work and its rewards are the foundation for stability in family life. . . No worker should be forced to choose between economic survival and the welfare of his or her children. Access to affordable, high quality care for children is an urgent na­ tional need requiring a national commitment." TTie ABC bill makes a significant step in that direction. Florida Newspaper in Hands of Foreign-Flag Cruise Ships To the Editor: I am a retired NMU seaman of which I have been a member since 1953. My last 22 years of service was as a chief steward with United States Lines. My wife and I own a restaurant here in Marion, North Carolina. I have been receiving the LOG for many years and enjoy it very much. My thanks to your organi­ zation for this privilege. I have a cousin who is a member of your union whom I have never met. His name is William Anderson. . . .the Florida Today newspa­ per, which is located in Mel­ bourne, Florida...would not pub­ lish two letters I had sent regarding the American Merchant Marine . . . When I lived in Florida I had a running battle with this editor in efforts to have my letters printed. I was able to get them printed because I hand delivered them to him, but he watered down some of my letters. In my last letter, I sent a copy to Congressman Bill Nelson's of­ fice in an effort to assist me in having this letter printed ... Yes­ terday I sent copies of these letters to the ACLU in Miami to demand that my rights to freedom of speech and access to the press be pre­ served. Would it be possible for your publication to edit and print what­ ever parts of these letters you feel might be of interest to your mem­ bers and readers? I hope that these letters will encourage your mem­ bers to write to their representa­ tives as well as their local news­ papers regarding jobs on foreignflag cruise ships that are home based in American ports that pro­ vide job^ for foreign seamen and not Americans. I had served on the Constitution and five years aboard the Inde­ pendence when they were with American Export. I am glad that these two fine ships continue to fly the American flag. Hopefully legislation will be enacted to have more cruise ships fly our flag and provide jobs for number one Americans. Jack Otte Marion, North Carolina Editor's Note: Jack Otte wrote the following message to the editor of Florida Today: "It is obvious that your publi­ cation is biased. Recently I sent a letter to your attention regarding jobs aboard cruise ships that are home based in U.S. ports. These jobs are given to foreign nationals, and Americans are not considered for employment in this lucrative industry.-i^This seems to be a sore subject and ... my last letter, in all probability, wound up in your trash can. "As of this writing, American merchant seamen are required to be tested for drug and substance use before they can be cleared for employment. Recently I saw an article in Florida Today where three foreign seamen from a Pre­ mier Cruise Line ship were caught attempting to smuggle drugs from their ship into Port Canaveral. Further investigation by Customs officers revealed that one of the seamen that was involved had $5,000 in his cabin aboard ship, which leads me to believe that perhaps this might be more wide spread aboard these cruise ships that ply between the Bahamas and U.S. ports. I would like to know if the crews aboard these cruise ships are required from time to time to be tested for drug use and if not, why? ". . .The way the policy of testing only American seamen surely dis­ criminates against Americans, and this needs to be enforced for all seamen or eliminated. Peihaps you as editor might review this matter as what is sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander. . ." Brother Otte's letter to Con­ gressman Bill Nelson informed the elected official of Florida Today's reluctance to print his letters to the editor. Congressman Nelson's administrative assistant, Ted Moorhead, wrote to Brother Otte, saying: "I agree that your letter is substantial and iiiiformative. However, a congressman and his staff cannot tell an editor what to publish in a paper. Sorry we can't help you with this." • i'. .}' ' : 'i r.' • •^ 'Mighly Piooi'"vstomf To the Editor: Indeed I am so very grateful and thankful on behalf of my deceased husband Geronimo B. Gapac and myself. SIU organization paid our hospitals, doctors and medical bills. I greatly appreciate the death benefit check, was able to pay his funeral expenses. I am mighty proud of my hus­ band's achievements during his hard working life; he was a good man, good husband, good father, good grandfather and good great grandfather. He served this coun­ try . . . during . . . WWII and was a recognized Merchant Marine Veteran. May God Almighty bless all the Seafarers International Union of­ ficers and members. With a heart frill of appreciation I remain respectfully yours. Infanta Santos Gapac Savannah, Georgia •:iSi Aboard the S.S. Jeremiah O'Brien "'••rv • Admiral Tom Patterson of the National Liberty Ship Memorial, flanked by Paul Dempster, Sailors Union of the Pacific President, and George McCartney, SIU West Coast Vice President, during a Labor Day celebration aboard the S.S. Jeremiah O'Brien in San Francisco Bay. The O'Brien, a World War II veteran vessel, serves as the floating National Liberty Ship Memorial. m 'si'- �/'As.-ik\ri'.T:Aa:K*Uiaiit.»iiiiaiWfci®iii'sifli^^ ^•'"';"iT ••-• "•' • TSMMMPTiiri^aMCggMt.-/!^. nv= •--' • -"-^ ^"•' ••••' '-•"^' ' 'Vw'i - y vyys^^y'ii'yy^yKi'^yy y^'^yfy- ^y^y:'!; :y.-\f -• ,,-v;:%.;.v' ;•• .:.;••• - V ^,;""7,v: .fe. •.-. :-•;: •••''yr : '- ">;; :yyy0'''ySRiy^^ yy'' 3y-Fy'^'!F-F-;-:;y75" ?fflyyyyyifeyF-:Fv • ;'':?A;V''t^- • ; •• •• •- ••?:'- ..; y. F^iyyvy ;y:5-::F'yyy-; FF:-:;/; - ^••-y- •-•y;^fyy'';yF:/w:yy n. > ^ rr^- '"' ,vy, • > • • • v';:;,^^V-: • •'•^ ; • r ^ •••••« V'lh :A::-i:''.'"ife', W..?>:- V" "F - •• •.: :3r3'y-sy,.y.,-'.:,;:'yy3 •,•^•3 'v • ii : ^ • •'3'~yn.:3:jyy:yiyyiyxA:yy~.,iyyyy,yy3-yyr'':-\>yyry:,:-yiy;,:3^f-f,:.;^:.7:s,.-.y-yf::.,3-v~yf:".':,-;-'^ , ; ,. • v:.t -' ^y-y ,?'Vi.y.v- '['y'.v • ^ •«5,ii»W»-Ti V "Tfl j;tJl « .1- - . 'yW!i&yv^y-y")i'y'^-yy J\_ - ^[&;r~ 11' . ' . ^ ' "• " I I ly' '';FM :y'F"';'yyy y '• ••F;fli ySv-y y:,,• •" ^ • • ..>;.yi;,''...,. y f y-y |i| ;-:^j|'y^^ 'y" y ' yy. 'y.>y-yt3!y :yy-./ yrhree: major strides of oatipnal proportions have brought labor relations to the forefront of public debate. Sinee the spring of this year union workers have found themselves on strike against East­ ern Air Lines and Pittstpn Gompany^ a coal mihirtg operatioh. This summer employees struck regional telephone companies, known as the "Baby Bells." Maximizmg profits and advancing job security are not mtUual^ exc^ goals. In only One case has manhgey ment behaved in a relatively res^nsible manner. Unlike their counterparts at Eastern and Pitts­ tpn, phone company managers demonstratetj a greater sense of community and found a common ground with their employees. The phone company strike showed that labor strife can result in a positive collective bargaining agreement. The reealcitmnce pf Eastern and Pitfston, despite pp- Since April 5, some 1,700 coal miners, about 1,500 retirees, wid­ ows and disabled miners and their •".'AAVFI'TV.' >!k yyyy. y] /yy":':' y'yy'' families in the southwestern cor­ ner of Virginia have been fighting the kind of labor war most modem 'y': yMfyi^yiyy^yiyyy^iK - union members have only read ' •. •y^-.y^ry ' about. ;. '"AiWv»PaL.^S.4,tJi; ^!,; yfy^yyyyy}-During the United Mine Work­ er's of America (UMWA) sixS- • / V- • •= . month long strike against the Pitts­ ton Coal Co., these miners and their families have seen their Ap­ Fc-'iyyy^yyyyii yy-; palachian mountain towns become y-y«»^y^^a:y l'!«I .3l3 £3occupied. UMWA members re­ •• '•• :'yyys:'ypy-'^ ,'FJF;F.'oA•;:v,':3-'-3 port the following: •^ ^y^^yssyy.. y\yy ''; ' Private security forces patrol dy^yyyfyTyyyyiyy- -, lyyyyvy;y|y®y 7*1 . y-fA • •••'v . ' , company property, cmise public . ' . ' ^y-"'*" t'V' ''^^rf- • '-'y': •; ,.'• •.':! :• v roads and nose around miners' fcys?yy;.y:Fyy.^, private property in an attempt to intimidate. yfyfeyy;y--yyy' State troopers mn protection for scab coal trucks. They have ar­ rested dozens of local motorists for driving "too slow," including li3Bsy3 jisy, • .-.--i^ 'I L.. portunities to settle the beefs, in­ dicates nothing short of plain old union busting. Frank Lorenzo, Eastern's owner, wants to reduce the com­ pany and its unions to impotence. Pittston, despite a healthy balance sheet and a healthy industry, wants to destroy in one swoop what was built over decades. As Morton Bahr, president of the Gommunications Workers of America, noted, "The strike against the Baby Bells represented a classic case of management trying to maximize profits and the em­ ployees. through their union, ad­ vancing job security and work­ place dignity." The settlement of six of the seven Baby Bell con­ tracts indicates that these goals are not mutually exclusive when both parties are committed to the process of collective bargaining. On the other hand. Eastern and Pittston are seeking to redefine the relationship between owners and their employees. Both companies manipulated corporate structures to undermine existing relation­ ships with employees. Both si­ phoned off resources from their union companies to less healthy non-union operations. a Catholic nun and nurse on her way to see patients. Police and private security heir icopters whirl over homes, rallies and picket lines. The choppers even ferry scab miners from their barracks to the mines. More Than 2,500 Arrested A judge imposed a series of spiraling fines against the UMWA after he banned peaceful civil dis­ obedience demonstrations. Those fines could reach more than $1 trillion. The costly civil disobedi­ ence? Coal miners and their fam­ ilies would sit their bodies in the middle of the road, in front 20-ton coal trucks. More than 2,500 have been arrested. But after six months of harass­ ment and intimidation, miners and their families are on the picket lines everyday. The union's mem­ bers, families, friends and retirees - y ..'^y .yy'^'y 'V'''- ->• "•'•i^l''p^v'''^'' y^yyy^yyvV^-~yr'''''y"'yyy:' ' 1' yyyaiyy yrsy"^y'^yyyyyy3;3.4yv3.3 ^yv,^3,?£^yy;3v-:y:y..K:y../-: [3,33 y " 'y;.y''F'y 3. ifysys^y'V' yv£- . [:3 "SSyyy.--v»v''-4; - 'M:.,/ ,.,:y^myyyyyy 'yyy<!'-!;yy;yy;3-:3 Heavily armed sta^ fttrapers fSorce striking mine workei^ to kneel by the side of the road after the union members sat in the roadway to prevent trucks from transporting Pittston coal. (yyyyyyiyy'yyyy'yy' y.y/v.-y-- i-'-yr'" • F; vFcviyJ yf--''''yy( ''^ycy^y'yy'''yy ^7^''"'.y'F ,'i^ ;,v3-,;.FV .j;_-y [yy \ SEFIEMBER, 1989 SEAfARERSLOG ^ .• ' \y'yyy:y-''F ^(F^yy-^FF^y•y^yiy•;';3y r-- • CWA President Morton Bahr When presented with opportu­ nities for mediation and other pos­ itive steps towards reconciliation, both Eastern and Pittston re­ mained entrenched and isolated. While Eastern and Pittston unions were negotiating for a contract, management was bargaining for a strike. Eastern and Pittston represent the dark side of corporate opera­ tions. These companies personify greed at the expense of people who produce and consume their products. The Baby Bell strikes prove that, despite differences and oc­ casional upheavals, collective bar­ gaining works. It is a democratic system for balancing the interests of profit and the interests of those who work. say they are there because Pittston Coal wants to bust the UMWA in its mines and Pittston Coal wants to bust the spirit and way of life of the men and women who mine the coal. The UMWA went to extreme lengths to avoid a strike, protect its members jobs and save Pittston money. Seven months before the con­ tract was set to expire, the UMWA offered a proposal which would have saved the company about $.78 per ton of coal. The company turned it down. The contract between the UMWA and Pittston was set to expire Jan. 31, 1988. When the UMWA offered to stay on the job through a contract extension, the company turned it down. Cut Off Health Benefits UMWA miners stayed on the job after Jan. 31 as a gesture of good faith. The company's re­ sponse to the good faith gesture? They terminated all health insur­ ance for 1,500 disabled miners, retirees and widows, they sto^ pension contributions for wpricing miners, eliminated ^bitration and refused to check off union dues. Through most of 1988, Pittston bargained in bad faith with the UMWA, a recent NLRB decision said. While attempting to extract economic and workittg conces­ sions which would be an "eco­ nomic death warrant" according to UMWA President Richard Trumka, Pittston refused to offer any evidence of the need for such concessions. The company had no economic need and eventually admitted as much. Pittston. it said in a later statement, is "in good financial condition, and is pleading neither poverty nor an inability to pay any union demand. To set the record straight once and for all, the books As the Eastern Air Lines strike heads into its seventh month, members of the SIU remain on the picket line in a show of union isolidarity. At airports across the country, the SIU has provided manpower, food and financial donations as well as moral support for the strik­ ing employees from the Interna­ tional Association of Machinists, Air Line Pilots Association and Transit Workers Union. Since the first day of the job action, a steady stream of Seafar­ ers has marched with Eastern em­ ployees at Washington's National Airport and this will continue until the strike is over. SIU Aids Capitol Rally While miners have used peaceful civii disobedience tactics, state troopers have responded harshiy. Officers have used any means possibie to arrest protesting mine workers. The port of Piney Point pro­ vided a contingent of active and retired members who served as marshals at the recent Journey for Justice rally on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. More than 1500 unionists from across the Washington area joined with uniformed Eastern pilots, flight attendants and machinists in urging senators to pass a House resolution callingon lYesident Bush to appoint an emergency panel. Four senators—Edward Ken­ nedy (D-MA), Paul Simon (D-IL), Paul Sarbanes (D-MD) and Tom Harkin (D-IA)—announced at the rally their support for such legis­ lation. All said that they would work in the Senate to pass the resolution. The Washington gathering was the culmination of a nearly monthlong effort known as labor's long­ est picket line. The Journey for Justice started in Miami, the cor­ porate home of Eastern, on Au­ gust 12. Members of the airlines' three unions travelled across the eastern United States to gain sig­ natures on a petition calling for President Bush to empower an emergency panel of the National Mediation Board to end the strike. After leaving Florida, the car­ avan ventured north to Atlanta before going to southwestern Vir­ ginia where striking coal miners joined. After proceeding to Bos­ ton, the caravan took part in the New York City Labor Day parade before coming to Washington. Eight cases of signed petitions were delivered to AFL-CIO Pres­ ident Lane Kirkland at the steps of the Capitol, : •F,^ The strike has pulled the people in the small communities together. Wayne Rasnick owns a small gro­ cery store in Martintown. He is a grandson of miners who originally organized some of the local co^ mines. He has supported the strike with donationsinffood, money and time. He also refuses to serve state troopers. would not disclose a financial jus­ tification for concessions." Finally on April 5 this year, the UMWA had enough and Pittston's miners left the mines for the picket lines. Using non-violent civil dis­ obedience tactics, strikers and their families sat in at mine gates, block­ ing scab coal trucks. Miner James Gibbs was in one Each regional company madem more than $1 billion profits. In a show of union solidarity, AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland (center in sunglasses), Richard Trumka, president of the Mine Workers Union (wearing UMW T-shirt), and other national union officers are arrested with striking coal worikers. "You just can't believe this hap­ pening here. It seems like the government, the troopers and the courts are all ganging up on the miners. It's ungodly,'' Rasnick said. • • UMWA miners throughout the country have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the stri­ kers. The UMWA has received support from the AFL-CIO and many other unions. Recently AFLCIO President Lane Kirkland joined in protest and was arrested. "This thing is winnable," said UMWA spokesman Joseph Cor­ coran. . 3. : . , , Michael Sacco (second from left), SIU president, talks with striking machinists at Washington, DCs National Airport. The IAM*s DC chapter presented Sacco with a {daque thanking the SIU for its support in the fij^t to keep Eastern a union company. • 'F With Six out of Seven Bell's More than 400,000 telephone company workers at seven re­ gional phone companies dug their heels in earlier this summer and beat back management attempts to slash their health benefits. The members of the Commu­ nication Workers of America (CWA) and the international Brotherhood of Electrical Work­ ers (IBEW) have ratified or are voting on contracts at six of the seven so-called Baby Bells, the companies formed in the wake of the break up of AT&T. But some 60,000 employees of the large northeastern phone company NYNEX remain on strike. Each one of the regional com­ panies has made more than $1 billion in annual profits, CWA spokesman Steven Rosenthal said. But in contract talks, the compa­ nies came in with "hardball pro­ posals" for health plans that would "erode our health benefits in a big way," costing workers $1,500 a year or more, he said. While no one can argue that the cost of health care has risen and that many companies have made attempts to shift costs onto the workers' backs, none of the Baby Bells could legitimately claim that they couldn't pay. On top of their massive profits during the past few years, the companies had richly compensated their top managers, Rosenthal said. Both unions were prepared for thd companies' tactics and had undertaken a massive workers ed­ ucation and mobilization effort throughout the telephone indus­ try. There was a coordinator for every 10 workers. Health Care Action Days were held prior to the August expiration dates of the contracts. The unions established a slogan, "Cutting Our Health Benefits is a Sick Idea." When the contracts expired (August 5 and 12) workers at five of the seven struck and in all cases except NYNEX, their determi­ nation and solidarity lead manage­ ment to back down for the health care costs cuts and offer to main­ tain benefits. "They realized, as far as health benefits, we were not going to give in, that we'd stay out as long as we had to," Rosenthal said. Six of the seven fell in line, but NYNEX has not budged. "We're not asking for more, we just won't settle for less. Workers should not be required to choose between affordable health care and the other necessities in life," CWA President Morton Bahr and IBEW President John J. Berry said in a large advertisement in the New York Times. They pointed out that at NYNEX, while the company wants to cut health care, they have given man­ agers there a 94 percent increase in salaries during the past three years. "We believe that health care is right for everyone, not a privilege for a few. If NYNEX would only listen and follow the example of AT&T and the other Baby Bells, this strike could end in 24 hours," Bahr and Berry said. tens '"'FF •y, ; F F'- y']-- y-yM' '! ' -^v. 3V . y:m: • • • •;vi . F: •' • y., yyy •'iF''Fi'~K:F'''''F7F--'.F '• F FFS • F -F-'F F;;S F, :F.' F:.F0'-SF: ,• CWA members are still on strike against NYNEX. Above, the regional phone company workers march in a demonstration publicizing NYNEX's intran^gence. • , F.3 FF3»5aaFiiaS:-.i:- ?»F. . • •FvlF ;•'F/r-V•?^.^F^>F V,"-'3- • y-, •••• y y ' • y -'jy- • :F'C'-7F,^ - 'l-'i <• -^7.7 A-myy F • 81®-F Across the country. Seafarers have walked picket lines in support of their brothers and sisters on strike at Eastern Air Lines. Chester Ricky, Jeff Davis, Ramon Perez and Ed Colvin are among the many members who have assisted the machinists, flight attendants and pilots at Wash­ ington's National Airport. .A. U.S. Senator Paul Sarbanes (D-MD) affirms his solidarity with the striking employees of Eastern Air Lines at Capitol Hill rally earUer this month. Seafarers Frank Jaworski (left) and Johnny Philips, standing beside the senator, were two of the marshals provided by the union. of the first sit-ins. He and several hundred others sat with arms locked in front of the gates of one mine site. State police pushed and roughly shoved their w%y through crowd. "They were pulling people apart by the hair, planting their feet in our chests and doing anything they could to drag people apart," Gibbs said. He suffered a sprained wrist and dislocated thumb. But he has gone back to the sit-ins and been ar­ rested again. Police also detained him two other times but let him go. •F • < r' F: Y'l FF. 'i. V' : F, [ \0:s&iyy-'y^.yvyy-y- y-: ' .'>17 r- -• • -^-•- y , : 'T ' • yy'' V '•j .1 ,-t, I _ '• y y. '. ry^.y.'' y-*y"-'"^'y''' ' ...; F3, V-'F ; ...-3 '^, 3 (F;:-,F... .- F -F ,-.F �wm '• . ., • • .; .M"-'r;;'^ , * •« 'V, 'r3r£i-{r:yi.»i/> siAf/amm 14 • mm- Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea • h- i • V.-i- • • ".vC,, •|£U- Hbnthfy iMemtenft/p AUGUST 1-31, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED AO Groups Class A Class B Class C •W-- Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington, I Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston! jSt. Louis iPiney Point Totals ' Iv. St. Louis Piney Point Totals Port NewYdi^c Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk MobUe New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals 'X •V , -iW'-:-- :' W TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH AO Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 13 28 2 ^ ^-5.; 11 17 20 7 32 ">./;9 / i: 10 11 2 10 " 3 2 2 ' 'T '1, ' 2 Port Jew Yorl|3| idelphia !; Itimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ^an Francisco l/^hnington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Hney Point Totals Port New Ybrkt Philadelphia^ Baltimore : Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksbhvillfe ' San Francisco Wilmington i Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu i^s- X JLt 9 4 4 :'2' 0 6 3 13 28 9 I ' 132 ! JS-JI 18 7 31 " ' " II' >* > ' 4 4 0 4 6 7 2 0 3 3 9 4- 2 3 1 1 ,•^3 ' 3 6 8 m-m."/'- •1 65 0 0 46 • • 2 • 68 2 12 2 3 1 10 15 50 4 , 5^ 7 ii4v: 2 4 9 7 7 14 4 0 5 1 0 10 7 50 17 3 10 12 7 43 0! 2 2;: ,;.3 99 390 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 40 6 7 0 1 16 !.2. 3 0 0 • 2 •1; 15 2 0 5 3 2 3 0 20 2 6 3 1 32 2 6 4 11 3 12 % 4 '2 ' V •• 30 6 3 7 21 19 2 7 6 •^^'^"•":28 1 13 T 1 6 1 0 1 0 1 3 9 15 5 11 2 '.•mmm-mm M . V7:-T, 35 0 'T*. , 15 1 0 2 1 , 0 0 1 5 1 1 1 258 64 35 34 33 113 mm 2 mm 61 0 4 3 5 0 0 0 4 8 1 , . 5 0 0 9 4 0 6 68 0 6 0 0 0 26 i -J'-'.-' 4 > - •^"1, JIWS Q mmmrn; k«E**.iL4w/.Sv.;* ^.7 .. RB!^O ' ^ R' 2 11 15 11 "6 mimm 0 3 3 1 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT ,-< ,T5 0 0 0 0 i:. : .0£::!t? 0 ,,,, , 8 3 0 1 0 8 k. 2 r mmm mm":m'3-'32 !! 6 iCi' 41 m-13' • •••'•'At-mM : 14 ' ;, 23 • -••v; 1 5 16 . • W Totals All Departments 3 162 19 2 2 1 2 12 3 11 5 15 6 4 10 0 0 92 715 .7.7.7,,. ,7,4. „ 0" 0 21 0 0 14 63 13 2 0 2 2 4 7 6 11 4 3 48 6 1 i, -trj • ^,7. -,,'--27,7f!.;7 7»,I 343 1 1 12 1 0 0 25 5 3 0 6 3 10 9 17 8 0 0 147 11 0 20 0 3 15 0 ...:3 132 3 0 12 7,:; 8:W 45 0 1 18 0 .0 :•£••• 0 27 8 1 45 5 0 m'm 82 DEPARTMENT 3 7 0 0 0 , ' 0 mr-A' 0 0 0 0 4 0 ••::V9„4.,.,!: 0 6 ^ • 0 0 0 0 152 mm. 7,4h-rv: ,..7,: .A,:;,:, 1 2 6 m4:. 3 V 11 5 • - 3 2 . 42 8 0 221 m 61 360 551 :":2 i '••/-.smomm:m\m- 1 4 3 0 20 0 1 ENTRY 5 2':::-:, 1 1 2 5 .7,.-7O.-::V-..7. 0 0 0 276 If 319 162 0 0 2 0 3 0 , -V 3 5 13 17 '• 74 , 16 29 7 5 26 0 ":;2^ 245 36 0 3 2 27 13 '27 10 6 1,071 'J •^5: .6 4, , ., 0 3 1 0 0 31 13 m- 0 10 84 18 3 2 • '6 5 10 0 0 26 5 2 1 4 4 18 12 19 7 0 0 127 11 0 17 8 5 54 15 2 0 166 1 211 417 324 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was down from the month of July. A total of 1,308 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,308 jobs shipped, 551 jobs or about 42 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 162 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program be^ on AprU 1, 1982, a total of 10,608 jobs have been shipped. ''' l'... Sa^ iakef, lalaml MfMvn Piney Point Monday, October 2 New York Tuesday, October 3 mm Philadelphia Wednesday, October 4 Baltimore Thursday, October 5 Norfolk Thursday, October 5 Jacksonville Thursday, October 5 Algonac ,.r; • " Friday, October 6 Houston ''"v Tuesday, October 10 NewOrlmns Tuesday, October 10 Mobile Wednesday, October 11 San Francisco Thursday, October 12 Wilmington Monday, October 16 Seattle Friday, October 20 San Juan Thursday, October 5 St. Louis Friday, October 13 Honolulu Friday, October 13: ' Duluth Wednesday, October 11 Jersey City Wednesday, October 18 New Bedford Tuesday, October 17 " 1^'', , SS- mm , I. v, \ x:;'; - •• •- • 'AVI" ^ 7:7' i7 77,74:|?!:7?7l;;t7.. I -v-jx Sir 7'7;4g>;:;4757;rvv lOtaotuH, ,.J? £ „• .1 Personals .J"' Larry Vouga Please call Steve collect. Very urgent. (808) 934-3400. William Brack Please contact Marie Brack, I860 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL 33313. • r' 7;V,;7,r ., Stanely Vemus k?'-/, Please contact your brother-inlaw, John Kohler, 4121N. 6th St., PhUadelphia, PA 19140. Barney Loan Call your mother. Neal Moor Contact John Liston, 180Driggs Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11222. R.J. Anderson Jr. Please call Ira Jessie at (702) 735-0955. ifliinnim Politics is Porkchops Contribute to SPAD •••. / 4kr'"4ife|;li?rA'J •7 'v:, • �To the Editor: 1 would like to thank you for the opportunity you gave me. Vis­ iting the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship was both fun and educational for me. 1 enjoyed everything at the school, particu­ larly the new simulator and tele­ vision production. The people at the school, es­ pecially the trainees, took good care of us and made our stay there fun. I also enjoyed meeting other scouts from different states and in two weeks we became very good friends. Once again, thank you for a great trip. deberg School of Seamanship. This trip was one of the best times I have had in a Boy Scout uniform. The school is run excel­ lently, and the staff, as well as the students, were very nice and hos­ pitable. I feel that the trip was fun and educational. This trip has made me seriously consider seafaring as a career. I would hope that you would continue to offer this experience to our Troop in the future. If there is anything we can do for you as a Troop, I would appreciate hear­ ing from you in the future. Once again, thank you for the oppor­ tunity to witness first hand your training facilities. Billy Balmes Brooklyn, New York Sean Montgomery Algonac, Michigan Editor's Note: The letter above was originally directed to SIU Vice President Jack Caflfey. Billy Balmes was nominated for the Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO summer scout program by the New York Maritime Port Council. An article on the scout's educational program appeared in the August issue of the Seafarers LOG. To the Editor: To the Editor: Hello, I'm Kisha Ringer. Thank you for allowing me to take the trip to Piney Point, Maryland. The Seafarers Lundeberg School of Seamanship is a great school! -I really enjoyed it. Everyone was so nice. All of the trainees there were like brothers and sisters. I had fun and enjoyed myself. We went on a tour of the school; learned about audio visual equip­ ment, simulators and made a TV show. . . The AFL-CIO head­ quarters was fun. I enjoyed our conversations about unions. I really learned something. . . We also went to Seafarers International Union headquarters. . . We went to Capitol Hill, Senate and Con­ gress. During this we heard a de­ bate about waste. . . Thank you for allowing me to take this wonderful trip. I got a chance to see and meet new peo­ ple. . . I would very much like to go again. I have made a promise that is where I would like to con­ tinue my career after I get out of my two years of college. SHLSS is like a home away from home. Mr. Gildersleeve and Mr. Clinton were like parents and so were their wives. There wasn't anything Mrs. Clinton and Mrs. Gildersleeve wouldn't do for us girls. . . KIsha Ringer Girl Scout Council Newport News, Virginia Editor's Note: The above letter was directed to the Norfolk area Maritime Port Council, the orga­ nization which nominated Ms. Ringer for the MTD's summer scout program. To the Editor: . My name is Sean Montgomery. I am the senior patrol leader of Troop 223 of Algonac. I am writing this letter to thank you for sending me on the trip to the Harry Lun­ • -r-. On behalf of the New Orleans Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, I wish to express my sincere appreciation to the Sea­ farers International Union and the Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship for the outstanding hos­ pitality shown to Boy Scout Troop 35 during their recent Jamboree Trek. John Brown, scoutmaster of Troop 35, related the unbelievable food ... as well as the unique tour of the Piney Point facility that was afforded to his troop. It is through organizations such as the Seafarers International Union that scouting units are given greater opportunities to develop respon­ sible and positive character traits in today's young men. Every member of the union that Troop 35 came in contact with was kind, courteous and helpful. Special thanks should be given to Mr. Ken Conklin, Mr. Eddie G. and Mrs. Jean who worked untiringly to assure their successful arrival and stay in the Piney Point facility. Again, my thanks for your ef­ forts. . . Ron Hegwood, Scout Executive New Orleans Area Council Boy Scouts of America Editor's Note: Mr. Hegwood di­ rected his letter to SIU President Michael Sacco, who forwarded it to the LOG. Coast Guard Spill Center The U.S. Coast Guard operates a 24-hour, toll-free telephone number for anyone to report oil or chemical spills to the National Response Center (NRC). The NRC is the first step for federal response to a spill incident. Once a report is received, the NRC will contact federal coordi­ nators in the location of the oil spill who will then assess the sit­ uation and decide what type of response is needed, from funds to special equipment and personnel. The Coast Guard operates the NRC which receives support from 13 different federal agencies. The NRC's toll-free number is l-(800) 424-8802. Bom, Secretary Frank Costango, Deck Delegate P.M. Rose, Engine Delegate R. Bolin, Steward Delegate C.C. Williams. Everything is run­ ning smoothly, with no beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Payoff wiU take place in Bayonne, NJ. Then it's on to Charleston, SC, Castilla, Hondu­ ras and Beaumont, TX. Copies of Seafarers LOG were received in last port. Vote of thanks given to stew­ ard department for all the good food and service—and especially for Steel Beach cookouts. CPL LOUIS mm (Maersk), June 7Chairman George Allen, Secretary/ Steward Delegate Michael J. Curtis, Deck Delegate John Alan Laird, En­ gine Delegate Mohamad Hadwan. No beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $150 in ship's fund. Motion made to use $130 of that amount for a party. Bosun noted everything running smoothly and it had been a good crew and ship. In its report to the Seafarers LOG, members ex­ pressed a desire to be kept apprised of new contract negotiations be­ tween the union and Maersk Lines. Ship is currently in Diego Garcia. Director P.E. Johnson, Engine Dele­ gate Edward L. Haynes, Steward Delegate Camilo Rojas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Captain said ship will pay off on the West Coast. Suggestion made for everybody aboard ship to work together for the good of all. Vote of thanks given to steward department for a job well done. Next port: Los Angeles, CA. >.' /• : • •'K: • OMf WUUSH (OMI Corp.), June 18Chairman J. Moore, Secretary P. Shauger, Educational Director G. Spell, Deck.Delegate J. Davidson, Engine Delegate J. Grayson, Stew­ ard Delegate J. Brooks. No disputed OT reported. Complaint registered about mail service being very poor. Payoff will take place in Newark, NJ this voyage. Captain managed to get a new VCR and TV antenna. There is $125 in ship's fund. Mo­ tions made include: time aboard ship should go back to a six-month pe­ riod, members should be able to col­ lect vacation pay every 60 days and the pension plan should be raised. Next ports: Bayonne, Newark, and Paulsboro, NJ. fmSBISMUem (Maritime Overseas), June II—Chairman F. Cottongin, • .• • '•f' Digest of Siilps Meetings f^imk iko W meiros ''miiivhs m miewed ltf Ae Vi^'s CoKind Ihpa^ issues n^uiriag etteuHon er i^utieu uie uAfiesseJ bf Ike Ibim of ifte ^'sminules. mimm UY (Sea-Land Service), June 11^—Chairman Donald Flem­ ing, Secretary J. Rivera. No beefs or disputed OT reported in any depart­ ments. Engine department would like clarification on minimum week­ end and holiday OT hours allowed for wiper. This will be brought to the attention of boarding patrolman in Houston. Chairman reported ship will arrive in Charleston, SC on June 14. Secretary thanked deck and engine departments for cooperation. Everything was running very smoothly. There is $270 in movie fund which will be turned over to radio operator to purchase new VCR. Steward department reported problem with keeping some basic items in stock such as bread, juice and KoolAid. Steward department given vote of thanks for a job well done despite lack of stores. Next ports: Charleston, SC; Port Ever­ glades, FL; Houston, TX, and Jack­ sonville, FL. MUim SUM JIUH (Puerto Rico Ma­ rine), June 14—Ghairman A.A. Mohsin, Secretary/Chief Electrician C.J. Gallagher, Steward Delegate Jackson Fong. No disputed OT re­ ported, but deck department said shore gang made a lot of noise working at night in engine depart­ ment. Ship will pay off in Baltimore June 16. Captain instructed all crewmembers' failure to clear with regu­ latory officials could result in a fine, and each member would be respon­ sible for any fine incurred. Everyone was asked not to use door on crew deck going to engine room. Steward department given vote of thanks for a good job. OMf HUOSOM (OMI Corp.), June 16Chairman John O. Frazier, Secre­ tary Rafael Sepulveda, Educational Secretary Cari Woodward, Deck Delegate Tom Stephens, Engine Delegate B. Drumgoole, Steward Delegate Ali Hydera. Steward dele­ gate reported some disputed OT re­ ported by chief cook and asked that it be looked into. He is getting off this trip and all members hate to lose him. Chairman noted a cadet working on deck. This was brought to captain's attention and resolved. Chairman cautioned members on proper dress in mess hall and re­ minded crew to keep down noise when watching TV. New business included need for gaskets for reefer boxes and an exterminator service to get rid of roaches. Problem has gotten too large to handle by mem­ bers. OVERS&IS JffJVCitf (Maritime Overseas), June 18—Chairman Brian T. O'Uanlon, Secretary L. Martin, Ed­ ucational Director R. Gummans. All three departments reported disputed OT. Changing sailing board on weekends or any other time after 1900 hours is considered OT be­ cause members have to return back to the ship according to what was on the board when they left. Ship's chairman noted captain would not call for a replacement and there would not be a payoff this trip. Chairman said he will try to find out why this ship does not pay off every 90 days as per the agreement. TV and antenna need some repair work. k'-ki .1 (, OMBBEIS lumnr (Maritime Over­ seas), June 25—Chairman/QMED Pete Vasquez, Secretary Norman J. Duhe. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Chairman talked about need for some kind of insurance identifi­ cation card when going to doctor's office or hospital. Secretary stated Continued on page 16 ' '• 'm �"r-W mm^--'' 'M ivl-:•;• • • ^•. -; r, ••••,'••. Continued from page 15 r I ,.','''l2t"_;,'' &-r^'.. • ^•:%'-y;,:::V'\-y;:l ,%r'' I. • ' 1 It''S;- /tv v.>- ':S:^ .*• j^.. t r \• v:s< r..w: -•\ '• fcifi • Ik % . ' of Ships ^ nIligiBst ^ • fev:- I; -i - SOFASERS LOG . i «w-i'-i!!:f*-r» »•''•-..r^ -.V . every member should take time to go to Piney Point to upgrade so he or she will be ready for jobs of the future On all types of ships. Vote of thanks given to steward department for a job well done. PATRIOT (Ocean Carriers), June 4Chairman John S. Bertolino, Deck Delegate Edwin Rivera. No beefs or disputed OT in any departments. Chairman noted payoff would take place in Bahrain on or about June 13. Educational director advised crewmembers (o take advantage of upgrading opportunities available in Piney Point. Two motions made: one DEU should be added to crew and time on shuttle ships should be four months minimum with an op­ tion to stay six or eight months. Un­ der good and welfare, it was sug­ gested the ship be fumigated for roaches when next in dry dock. Steward department given vote of thanks for a job well done. Next port: Bahrain. MBCRT L Iff (Waterman Steamship Corp.), June 18—Chairman M. Trepp, Secretary G.T. Aquino, Edu­ cational Director B.F. Cooley, Deck Delegate C.D. Moll, Engine Dele­ gate William Parker. No disputed OT reported. One man in steward department got off injured in Singa­ pore and was replaced in the port of Suez. Engine department reported during voyage the day QMED was put to work under chief mate. The question was raised: Should practice of working a man outside his depart­ ment be allowed even with payment Of OT? Bosun was able to acquire the sum of $2(X) from sale of excess metals. This money was put into ship's fund. He noted there were no major problems aboard vessel and trip was smooth and weather per­ fect. He also reminded members of importance of donating to SPAD. Only by supporting SPAD can the SIU maintain a strong position in the maritime trades. Steward gave a short talk about benefits obtained by going to Piney Point and upgrading. Not only do members increase their earning power, but they leam skills that will assist them in all walks of life. Electrician asked all hands to let him know of any minor repairs. He said he would be glad to fix any­ thing that would make life more liv­ able aboard the Robert E. Lee. Next port: Newport News, VA. Sa-IAND CRUSADER (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), June 27—Chairman Robert U. Dillon, Secretary H.H. Fielder. No beefs or disputed OT. Captain thanked crew for cooperation. Sug­ gestion made to ask patrolman to find out why doors to engine room are left open at sea and in port. It makes ship hot and requires air con­ ditioner to work harder. Electrician suggested each member check his room thermostat. Needed repairs in­ clude the outside water cooler. SeaLand has agreed to fix tiles through­ out ship. Patrolman will be asked to find out about harassment of BR by chief engineer. SEA-tAMD DEVEIOPER (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), June 27—Chairman Roger W. Pinkham, Secretary P. Lopez, Edu­ cational Director/Engine Delegate Michael P. Donlon, Deck Delegate Clyde B. Luse, Steward Delegate Jose Ortega. Disputed OT reported iii deck and steward departments. There is $100 in ship's movie fund. Chairman stated everything is run- Summary Annual Report Seafarers Welfare Fund - J. i f'- 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746 ning well and a new chairman would be elected next trip. Suggestion made to get another washer and dryer. Crewmembers were asked and encouraged to donate to ship's movie fund. Vote of thanks given to Chief Cook John Tinsley for a job well done. Next port: Tacoma, WA. SEA'IAHD DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), June 6—Chairman Harry Fisher, Secretary J.R. Coll, Deck Delegate R. Rivera, Engine Delegate V. Martinez, Steward Delegate J.R. Salazar. No disputed OT reported. Latest Seafarers LOG was received aboard ship and posted for everyone to read. Crewmembers reported ship has been running short on food, but no action has been taken. According to the contract, fresh provisions are to be put onboard at every U.S. port. Bosun brought up need for clarification on deck department having to search ship under unsafe conditions in port of Haina. New washing machine is needed for crew laundry and some old repairs still have to be taken care of. Next port: San Juan, PR. SEA-IAMD FREEDOM (Sea-Land Service), June 17—^Chairman L.E. Watson, Secretary L.A. Lamphere, Educa­ tional Director R. Chapman, Deck Delegate R. Caruthers, Engine Dele­ gate R. Schwender. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. There is $45 in ship's fund. Members will have a pilot pool next trip to get money for charcoal and other items necessary for a barbecue. Crew is supposed to be getting a new microwave for the lounge this trip. Information regar^ling new drug testing procedures was posted for all to read. Captain in­ spected rooms and found no major problems. Sea-Land Freedom will dock in Tacoma, WA at approxi­ mately 1500 hrs. All hands getting off were reminded to make sure rooms are clean for the next person. Educational director noted ship's performance record has been good for past month, according to current figures. Crew is doing a good job separating plastic from other trash. Crewmembers would like a second washer for laundry room for greasy clothes. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next ports: Ta­ coma, WA and Yokohama, Japan. This is a summary of the annual report of the Serfarers Welfare Fund EIN 13-5557534 for the year ended December 31, 1987. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Re­ tirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the plan. Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a deficit of ($21,215,323) as of December 31, 1987, compared to ($25,205,351) as of January 1, 1987. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $3,990,028. This in­ crease included unrealized appre­ ciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $30,467,439, including employer contributions of $30,089,529, mis­ cellaneous income of $4,095, and earnings from investments of $378,815. Plan expenses were $26,433,733. These expenses in­ cluded $2,581,733 in administra­ tive expenses and $23,852,000 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries. Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or Shipboard Sketches any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.30 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan adminis­ trator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and lia­ bilities of the plan and accompa­ nying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan ad­ ministrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the an­ nual report at the main office of the plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC, or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of cov­ ering costs. Requests to the De­ partment should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Pro­ grams, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20216. by Ben Graham ; "• - J1 I;.;' SEA-IAMD MARINER (Sea-Land Service), June 10—Chairman James Lewis, Secretary W. Spratley, Educational Director Joseph D. Disarno, Deck Delegate Oscar C. Wiley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Secretary thanked all departments for helping keep ship clean. Educational direc­ tor stressed importance of contribut­ ing to SPAD and of upgrading skills at Piney Point. The SIU has one of the best schools around, and mem­ bers should be encouraged to make use of it. Motion made and sec­ onded that if one crewmember has to take a drug test, everyone should, including officers. Copies of latest Seafarers LOG were well received aboard ship. Steward thanked for his great barbecue. Next ports: Yoko­ hama and Kobe, Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore, with the next ex­ pected payoff on July 23 in Tacoma, WA. SEi-lilfVD MiW6fll0ff (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), June 25—Chairman Peter Bean, Secretary John Alamar, Edur Continued on page 18 -lit, V-rj; . ' A-- [ -,r>- I i'"- . '.ALr r "I was worried there for a minute. ..I thought I lost my OT sheets.* The cartoon above appeared in the March 11, 1960 edition of the Seafarers LOG. Brother Graham, who sailed in the deck department with the SIU, contributed many cartoons to the LOG. �SEFTEMBER, 1989 JjW-w ••.ii C.'. .l^•4,,.i;^-.•;-;-^•;^jfJy4^- Dispatchers' Report for inland Waters AUGUST 1-31, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Philadeijpiu^ Noitfoik Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Fianciscoi ^ Seattle Puerto Rico Houston j^gor^ St. Louis v: Piney PoiitiF Totals Micbad Sacco, President Joseph Sacco, Executive Vice President Joe DiGlorgh>« Secretary-Treasurer Angus "Red^' Camphell, Vice President of Contracts Jack Cafley, Vice President Thomas Glidewell, Vice President George McCartney, Vtcf President John Fay, y/re PresiV/ent <• Roy A Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs. MD 20746 (301)899-0675 piV' • ALGONAC 520 St. Glair River Dr. Algonac. Ml 48001 (313) 794-4988 • .1 BALTIMORE i ; 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore. MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU V"i' 636 Cooke St. Honolulu. HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. -Vr i Houston. TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE ;t 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City. NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. ???: Mobile, AL 36605 -' • (205) 478-0916 Mt ; : NEW BEDFORD '; 50 Union St. •' ^ New Bedford. MA 02740 (508)997-5404 : NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans. LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn. NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk. VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia. PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point. MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco. CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle. WA 98121 (206)441-1960 lim-' ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis. MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington. CA 90744 (213)549-4000 '• .. .. 53 . . ?i«*5(4SfHJ»r;*raE, ; Ii 15 31 Port New York i^adelphii| ENGINE DEPARTMENT Norfolk Mobile New Orleans packsonvUle iSan Francisp^ pWilmington SeaMe Puerto Rico Houston gonac St^ Louis Hney Totals 0 • 0 0 0 0 0 18 0 0 0 ':3r' 0 0 0 .0 ,S-j-'j - ® 5 0 0 25 0 0 45 • • -I 0 0 0 1 0 0 14 2 mmmrnm Port 8 0 .2 W. .-V '"A., Q &;.^i 0 0 23 0 0 0 "SQj yym • 0 34 7 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Y. }ti^i Ibrioik Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville ^ illan Fixuncisco ||Vilniiii|^n Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Algonac St. Louis p Piney Point ||i Totals 31 36 80 11 66 188 99 105 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Comnany/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Nan Priority AUGUST 1-31, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH Ail Groups All Groui Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 19 y-lufe-'-,- ® 38 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 16 5 2.:rv 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0• 0 9 3'ii ir:w»E^'3rig Totals All Departments 9 ^9 42 0 61 28 0 26 47 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. '-rt'.' < .' 'ri •• " ri!. iv.- iy. 'fXy, i'- • STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port I.' < fv ''-S? V 91 I-->4 Seahren IniemaHoM Union Direaoif SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN l-(800)-CLAIMS-4 l-(800)-252-4674 4-'3 - • .-y �•®' iSK, ..i .-i' •?-SV-"-V ;• •S.t'V'':. SEAFARERS LOG 18 If'; 1'^ • Ili|fl9t of S|ii|ii L.-if.s i' rV • Continued from page 16 cational Director W.H. Walton. No beefs or disputed OT reported. At end of voyage 18— after steward buys blank tapes—there is expected to be $12.48 in ship's fund. Motions and suggestions made included the following: a three-man committee for contracts should go to sea for eight months and see how union members are putting up with long work days and fewer men, the ship should not sail again until a new ice machine has been put onboard, and Sea-Land should order Lava soap instead of some off-brand cleaning soap. Vote of thanks given to goodfeeding steward department. Stew­ ard department, in turn, thanked members for helping keep crew areas clean. :• ;• ,• '., . «.S. , * ' C:-' • F: ?•"•. fe; :v SEA-LAHO PAOR (Sea-Land Service), June 19—Chairman U. Nolan, Sec­ retary Joseph Williams, Educational Director C.R. Dunn, Engine Dele­ gate Richard Butch. No disputed OT reported. There is $70 in ship's movie fund. Crew would like ar­ rangements made for bus service to lessen danger of walking to and from ship while at port in Manila, PI. Crewmembers also do not have keys to mess hall and suggested captain have some made as soon as possi­ ble. Vote of thanks given to steward department for a job well done. Next port: Subic Bay, PI. SOT MAW ROaR (Waterman Steam­ ship Corp.), June4—^Chairman Wil­ liam Kratsas, Secretary E. Gray Sr., Educational Director J. Graham, Deck Delegate Richmond Matthews, Engine Delegate Charles D. Polk. Department delegates reported all is well in the three departments, with no beefs or disputed OT. Chairman stated it has been a great trip so far. Chief Mate Needham Wiggins will be retiring after this trip. Payoff will be in Rota, Spain on June 12. Secre­ tary noted there has been a lot of goodwill shown by crewmembers this trip. Goodwill always makes work aboard these vessels more tollerable, and it is hoped this will con­ tinue. Educational director reminded all members to continue to take ad­ vantage of union's school at Piney Point. Brother Frank Casby ex­ pressed his hope the union will con­ tinue to successfully fight to keep these military vessels under Water­ man operation. Vote of thanks given to steward department for a fine job. Next port: Rota, Spain. ship in Piney Point to do so as soon as possible. Vote of thanks was given to steward department for job well done. Next port: Long Beach, CA. BALTIMORE (Apex Marine Corp.), July 5—Chairman James S. Rogers, Sec­ retary R. E. Hicks, Educational Di­ rector S. Perdikis, Deck Delegate Alan A. Bamett. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by the deck, en­ gine and steward departments. Un­ der good and welfare, it was noted that a vent in the laundry needs to be reopened. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department. Next port: St. Croix. CAPE HORN (Interocean Man^ement), July 12—Chairman Howard Gibbs, Secretary J. Venables, Deck Dele­ gate Louis Smith, Engine Delegate Gary Mitchell, Steward Delegate Larry Hoffman. Ship's educational director reminded crew to upgrade in order to increase skills. Ship's treasurer reported $130 in the vessel fund. Departmental delegates re­ ported no diisputed OT or beefs. Un­ der good and welfare, discussion was held about reviewing vacation pay for those voyages that end be­ fore 120-day minimum. Also watch standers were told to notify the steward department so they could eat first. OIGIMS (Puerto Rico Marine), July 30—Chairman M. Silva,Secretary C. Scott, Educational Director E. Richman. Ship's chairman noted payoff scheduled for August 4 in Jackson­ ville, FL.Np beefs or disputed OT reported by the departmertt' dele- ^ gates.Under good and welfare, it was requested that crew dress prop­ erly before using the mess rooms. Next port: Jacksonville, FL. FALCON DUCHESS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 7—Chairman Leo Para­ dise, Secretary H. G. Williams, Ed­ ucational Director L. P. Wright, Deck Delegate Willie Chestnutt, Steward Delegate Jimmy. L.Williams. No disputed OT or beefs reported by the three depart­ ments. Under good and welfare, it was noted that the crew needs a new washer and the television needs two speakers. $IinrVK«fr(Bay Tankers), June 10— Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary Ron Fluker, Deck Delegate D. Seagle. Engine Delegate R. Groening, Steward Delegate T. Barrett. No beefs or disputed OT. Ship should anchor before noon on Jpne 11 in Long Beach, CA. Stores will be taken on. Payoff will probably be held at sea since ship has a very short stay in port this trip. All crew­ members getting off were reminded to leave rooms clean for next per­ son. Recent copies of Seafarers LOG were received aboard ship and passed around. Next ports: Long Beach, CA and Valdez, AK. GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Service), July 16—Chairman Donald Fleming, Secretary T. J. Smith, Educational Director C. Z. Sullivan, Deck Dele­ gate Stephen J. Argay, Engine Dele­ gate James A. Tims, Steward Dele­ gate Francisco Monsibais. Ship's chairman announced he might have to get off in Charleston and that it has been a pleasure sailing with the crew. Ship's treasurer reported $145 in the movie fund. Departmental delegates reported no beefs or dis­ puted OT. Crew sent letter to head­ quarters regarding new duties for gangway watch. The problem of people going into crew-members' rooms when they are not present has been solved. The steward de­ partment was thanked for its work. Next port: Charleston. SC. nOMPSOH PASS (lOM), June 25— Chairman James R. Colson, Secre­ tary Louis E. Vidal, Educational Di­ rector John Gomard. Ship is due in Long Beach, CA on June 28 for a payoff and a Coast Guard inspection is expected at that time. Bosun strongly urged anyone who has not attended an upgrading class at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine). July 9—Chairman Ben Berberena, Secre­ tary Luis Iturrino, Educational Di­ rector Mark Ruhl, Deck Delegate Angel M. Velez, Engine Delegate Harry Kinsmen Jr., Steward Dele­ gate Stephanie Smith. Ship's chair­ man reported that there was a good crew onboard. No beefs or disputed OT noted by the deck, engine and Steward delegates. Under good and welfare, the crew said nothing has been done to repair rusty water. Also there are no facilities for waste plastics in port. GREAT LAND (Interocean Management Corp.), July 30—Chairman K. Craft, Secretary U. Ibert, Educational Di­ rector S. Senteney, Deck Delegate L. S. Seamm, Engine Delegate Almel Sherrai, Steward Delegate Willie Daly. Ship's treasurer reported $40. Under good and welfare, it was noted that members carry rags to clean grease in elevator and to break down boxes. Also, it was stated that the dumpster was full. Next port: Anchorage, AK. GROrOH (Apex Marine), July 2— Chairman Neil Matthey, Secretary M. Deloatch, Educational Director M. Lambeth, Deck Delegate Thomas Booth, Engine Delegate Alfred Gonzalez, Steward Delegate Michael Hammock. Ship's chairman urged crew to contribute to SPAD. He noted everything was running smoothly and the next payoff would be July 5 in Stapleton, NY. The de­ partmental delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Next port: Stapleton, NY. GUiKUU (Puerto Rico Marine), July 4-^Chairman Leggette Joftes, Secre­ tary Gilbert Murray, Deck Delegate Ronald Davis. Ship's chairman re­ ported the vessel would pay off upon arrival in port. Ship's secretary reminded crew of pay raise on July 1. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade when possible and to return movies when finished to the bridge. No beefs or disputed OT reported from the deck, engine and steward delegates. Under good and welfare, it was noted that too many people are eating aboard ship and sleeping in lounge when vessel is in Puerto Rico. Also, the erew thanked the steward department. ITB MOBILE (Apex Marine Corp.), July 27—Chairman G. D. Diefenbach, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director Carlos Rodriguez, Deck Delegate A. Ahmad, Steward Dele­ gate Heath G.Bryan. Ship secretar­ y's reported it was a pleasure to work with a professional cook like Brother Heath Bryan. He also noted that the pleasant crew aboard meant smooth sailing. Department dele­ gates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Under good and welfare, a vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: St. Croix. LIBERATOR (Sea-Land Service), July 30—Chairman V. J. Ardowski, Sec­ retary C. M. Modellas, Educational Director A. F. Sankolewicz. Ship's chairman stressed safety prevention. He pointed out that good house­ keeping prevents onboard fires, and common sense in the time of an emergency is the best way to avoid or minimize physical injuries. He announced the next payoff would be August 3 in Oakland, CA. Depart­ mental delegates reported no dis­ puted OT or beefs. The crew re­ ported a smooth sail. Next port:* Oakland, CA. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), July 9—Chair­ man J. W. Garner, Secretary Alex­ ander P. Reyer, Educational Direc­ tor Dan Brass. Ship's chairman noted that nine unlicensed crew­ members were to be relieved upon arrival in Tobata, Japan. He urged everyone to contribute to SPAD. Secretary reminded crew to work safely and stay healthy. Ship's treas­ urer reported $500 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported from the deck, engine and steward delegates. Under good and welfare, a vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Tobata, Japan. MAYAGUEZ (Puerto Rico Marine), July 16—Chairman Winston Shanks, Sec­ retary Jose Ross, Educational Direc­ tor Kenneth Hart. Ship's chairman reported everything to be in good shape. No beefs or disputed OT of­ fered by departmental delegates. Under good and welfare, steward department was thanked for its fine job. Visiting Jacksonville patrolman urged the steward department to confirm OT situation when vessel paid off in New York. . ^ MORU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), July 16—Chairman Pete Lonk, Sec­ retary Nicholas Rodriguez Jr. Ship's chairman reported that the captain rCbmmended the crewTor doing itsjob to secure engine room fire. He noted that the firefighting course had helped all members and that the ship would be headed for the San FranCisco, CA or Portland, OR shipyard because of the fire. He also reported on the pay raises which started July I. Finally, he thanked the members of the deck, engine and steward de­ partment and the riding crew. No beefs or disputed OT reported from engine and steward delegates. Under good and welfare, the crew thanked the steward department for an excel­ lent job. The captain said Chief Steward Nicholas Rodriguez and Chief Cook Florencio P. Umali were the finest with whom he had sailed. Next port: Crockett, CA. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), July 23—Chairman W. Tailman, Secretary R. Spencer. Ship's chair­ man reported all was well on the vessel. He announced that ship's treasurer, Louie Diaz, had $195 in the movie fund. Departmental dele­ gates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment. While it is the policy of the Sea­ farers LOG to print as many di­ gests of ship's minutes as possible, occasionally, due to space limita­ tions, some will be omitted. NOTICE TO SlU GOVERNMENT SERVICE DIVISION MEMBERS The Seafarers LOG would like to hear from SIU members in the government services division. Please send the LOG material: articles, letters, drawings, photos, etc. Please identify individuals in photos from left to right with name and rating. Mail all information directly to the Seafarers LOG; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. • �•iiiiiiliiiTiiiifniVrt'-ir-- ^>ii: —n""'' SCnmBCR, 1989 K-:- ^••^.••-^••?/>f;''.»i^.:^>if-"--.-.' C^T^r-r'^-virfcViC.':Trv-:-.:••; .r p 19 •.'-•'^;../:'^'.a^sJ: '.'iv Nazario Retires 25 Union Men Go on PeflSfOft This month, the LOG re­ ceived notification on the re­ tirement of 25 members of the SIU. Among them was 62year-old Samuel Nazario, who was active in both the Atiantic and the Pacific. SAMUEL NAZARIO I Samuel Nazario received his first SIU pension check this spring after m6f(fe than 30 years with the Seafarers International Union. The Puerto Rican native came aboard in 1957 when he worked in the steward department on the maiden voyage of the S.S. Leilani. The next year, he rode the maiden voyage of the S.S. Atlantic. During 1960, Brother Nazario worked for the union in the port of San Juan. During the 1970s, he sailed on Prudential Lines ships. After graduating fi-om a 1980 steward recertification projpnm, Nazario went to work for American Hawaii Cruises aboard the S.S. Independence. He served three weeks as the Chief • steward'before being '' ' promoted to Hotel Mant^erv a position he kept until 1984 when the company > eliminated it during reorganization. Nazario continued to sail out of the port of San Francisco until he retired. He lives in Napa, CA, with his wife, Sydney Ann. - Other SIU members who have started receiving pension checks include: IfiBp Sea J7RANK G. BARONE Frank G. Barorte, 65, joined the SIU in 1958 in the port of New York through le^Andfew Fumse^ Tiraini^^ School. He sailed in the deck department from the port of Philadelphia and had a record of volunteering for strike details. Brother Darone served in the U.S, Army from 1943 to 1945. "iTie Philadelphia native resides in Yeadon, PA. CLIFFORD E. FEURTADO Clifford E. Feurtadd, 65, t^came a book member in 1973 in the port of Houston. The Honduran native sailed in the steward departraent; He shipped through the ptifts of Houston and New ^ Orleans. Brother FeuitadO lives in New Orleans, LA. MELVIN J. GALLIER Melvin J. Gallier, 65, first sailed with the SIU in 1956.The Port Arthur, TX native sailed in the engine department and served on Cities Services' ships early in his career. Brother Gallier participated in the 1961 Suwannee Steamship organizing drive and the 1971 SIU crew conference. He shipped out of the port of Houston and lives in Altair, TX. DAVID W. GILBERT David W. Gilbert, 40, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of New York. He sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1968. Brother Gilbert was bom in Mt. Kisco, NY and resides in Oyster Bay, NY. JUAN Ii:. H^ANDEZ Juan E. Hernandez, 65, started sailing in 1949. He joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of New Yoric. The en^ne department veteran was bom in Manati, PR. He sailed out of the ports of Santurce and Baltimore. Brother Hemandez served in the U.S. Army in 1945* He V ^ves in Carolina, PR- v ;v ^ raCHARD E. iOBEFE Richard E. Keefe, 65, received his SIU book in ; 1963 in the port of Wilmington, CA. The New Market, NH native was a 16year veteran of the U.S. Navy before joining the union. Brother Keefe worked in the steward department. He makes his home in San Francisco, CA. CQRff^llitYRICK Corbert R. Myrick, 65, igraduated Ifirom the Andrew Fumseth ^Training school in Baftiffiofe before joining the SIU in 1%3. Brother Myrick was bom in Reidsville, NC. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 through 1947. He resides in Danville, VA. JOHN R, NELSON John R. IN-elson. 65, eceivCd is SIU bdok in !1948 in the Jmrtof New Horn in Fa^^ Point, OH, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1945. Brother Nelson sailed in the deck department from the port of Wilmington, He attended the 1972 education conference. Tie makes his home in Yakima, WA: w HOWARD L. MILSTEAD Howard L. Milstead, 63, joined the SIU in 1957. He sailed in the engine department, often with Maritime Overseas. Brother Milstead was bom in Mobile, AL and Uves in Houston, TX. CALVIN NIX Calvin Nix, 64, started in the Great Lakes Division where he received his book in the port of Detroit in 1960. He eventually transferred to the Deep Sea Division and sailed in the deck department. Brother Nix served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. He Uves in HendersonviUe, NC, where he was bom. JAMES C. NORTHCUTT James C. Northcutt, 62, joined fhe SIU in San Francisco in 1961. Oie Savannah, TN native sailed in the deck department and graduated from the union's bosun recertification class in 1975. Brother Northcutt sailed out of the port of Houston, where he still Uves. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1945. A. M.PELTON • A* M. Pdton, 65, first^alled ' for the SIU in 1953 from the port of New York. The Brooklyn native served in the deck department. Brother Pelton was active in picket duty in 1962 and 1963. He attended the 1970 crew conference. Pensioner Pelton pulled hitches in both the Army and Navy during the 1940s. He makes his home in Oxford, CA. RAYMOND W. ROGERS Raymond W. Rogers, 65, received his SIU permit in 1965 in the port of Jacksonvil e. He sailed in the deck department after serving 20 years in the U.S. Navy. Brother Rogers was bom in Blofton, FL. He sailed from the port of Jacksonville where he stiU Uves. , •'v""::' native worked in the steward department and shipped out of the port of Baltimore. Brother Strickland served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1945. He resides in Manassas Park,VA. LEONARD A. WRIGHT Leonard A. Wright, 64, received his SIU book in 1944 in the port of SlbrfoUt, VA. He sailed in the deck department. The Norfolk native now caUs Reno, NY home. Mettil ROBERT BLAKE Robert Blake, 69, joined the union in 1%2 in the port of Philadelphia. He worked in the engine department. Boatman Blake was bom in New Haven, CT. He resides in Lester, PA. WILLIAM DELESLlNE WilUam DelesUne, 66, received his union book in 1973 in the port of Norfolk, VA. The Bradenton, FL native attended the 1984 Sonat conference. He sailed in the steward department. Boatman DelesUne Uves in Chesapeake,V A. JOHN A. EVANS John !A. Evans, 61, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Baltimore. He has a martcr, inland waters and pilotage license and sailed as captain. In 1978, Boatman Evans attended the Curtis Bay Tankers educational coherence. The Fleeton, VA native served in the U.S. Nayy from 1944 to 1946. He calls AnhapoUs, MD home. EDSELNORRIS Edsel iNorris, 65, joined the ISIU in 1960 in the jportof Norfolk, VA. He served in the deck department and sailed as a Captain. Boatman Norris was bom in Supply, NC, where he StiU lives. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946. James T. Robison, 62, joined the union in 1962 in tile port of "BL Louis, MO. The RALPH J. SMITH Ralph J. Smith, 62, joined the SIU in 1962. He shipped in the engine department. Brother Smith served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946. He was bom in Roanoke, VA and Uves in Port Arthur, TX* both the Naval Reserves and Coast Guard in the 1940s and 1950s. Boatman Robison worked in the deck department. He lives in Montgomery, AL. WILLIAM H. STRICKLAND WilUam H. Strickland, 65, first sailed with the SIU in 1951. The North CaroUna ELWOpD D. KITFRELL Elwood D. KittreU, 62, started working in the deck department with the Mobile r-a —i-i-i .A',; Towing CQ. in 1956. He received his SIU book in 1959. Boatman KittreU was bom in Mobile, AL. He attended the 1977 educational conference. He served in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952. Pensioner KittreU resides in Saraland, AL. Greai lakes HPUMAN L« Herman L. Dorranee, 65, received his union book in 1%1. Early in lis career he sailed out of the ports of Alpena and Frankfort. Pensioner Dorranee worked in the deck department as a wheelsman. He was bom in Mechinaw City, MI. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Dorranee makes his home in Petoskey, ML : -V :- vV }:• ROY L. POWERS Roy L. Powers, 59, joined the union in 1959 in the port of Frankfort, MI. He served in the steward department. Brother Powers was bom in Elbert, MI and resides in Fort Wayne, IN. Publit Health HospHal Records Available from Government Many veteran seafarers re­ ceived medical treatment at United States Public Health Service Hospitals before those facilities were shut in 1981. The SIU has received sev­ eral requests from members inquiring about how to obtain their medical records from the USPHS hospitals. If you need to obtain your medical records you may write to: PHS Health Data Center, GWL Hansen's Disease Center, Carville, LA 70721 To help speed the process, make sure you include your name, date of birth, social se­ curity number, where you were treated and the approxi­ mate date of your treatment. SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN NOTICE COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage If you or your dependent's lose your eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Plan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not you or your dependents may elect to continue your benefits under this program. If you want more information concerning this program you can call the membership services office. I-800-CLAIMS.4 (1-800-252.4674) , or write COBRA Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 NOTE: A detailed article explaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. •:' ••/'f . j®';-';- A' •' , �.'iif ij-;:^vwj-aa^'«B«iaa33aaai8aj^^ SCAFARERS106 V^''''s i" LEGAL Summary Annual Report Seafarers Vacation Fund 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746 M4M ;• . i- :. :. This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Vacation Fund EIN 13-5602047 for the year ended December 31, 1987. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee REtirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the plan. Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a deficit of ($2,901,671) as of December 31, 1987, compared to a deficit of ($4,756,642) as of Jan­ uary 1,1987. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $1,854,971. This increase included unrealized de­ preciation, amounting to $1,755, in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $30,586,754, including employer contributions of $30,338,305, and earnings from investments of $248,449. Plan expenses were $28,730,028. These expenses in­ cluded $3,194,213 in administra­ tive expenses, $23,850,475 in ben­ efits paid to participants and beneficiaries, and $1,685,340 in other expenses (payroll taxes on vacation benefits). Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.30 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof., You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a state­ ment of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and ac­ companying notes, or both, If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administra­ tor, these two statements and ac­ companying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC, or to obtain a copy from the U.S. De­ partment of Labor upon payment of covering costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Pro­ gram, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20216. The following list of attorneys is provided for the eonvenience of Seafarers who may have need for legal assistance. Alabama John Falkenberry 300 N. 21st St. Birmingham, AL 35203 (205)322-1100 Simon, Wood & Crane 1010 Van Antwerp Bldg. MobUe, AL 36602 (205)433-4904 California Les Ostrov Fogel, Feldman, Ostrov, Ringler & Klevens 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 2600 Los Angeles, CA 90036 (213)834-2546 John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & King 100 Bush St. Suite 440 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415)981-4400 Louisiana Louis Robein Gardner, Robein & Urann 2540 Severn Aye. Suite 400 Metairie, LA 70002 (504)885-9994 KristiPost Canal Place One Suite 2300 New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 524-6207 (504)524-6208 Maryfauid Charles Heymiah Kaplan, Heyman, Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrad Sun Life Bldg. Charles & Redwood Sts. Baltimore, MD 21201 (301)539-6%7 Florida Frank Hamilton III Hamilton & Associates, PA. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 879-9842 Illinois Katz, Friedman, Schur & Eagle 7 S. Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60603 (312)263-6330 Thomas Lakin Lakin & Hemdon, P.C. 251 Old St. Louis Ave. Wood River, IL 620950027 (618)254-1127 (800)851-5523 toll-free Massachusetts Orlando & Associates 1 Western Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930 (508) 283-8100 Michigan Victor G. Hanson, P.C. 19268 Grand River Ave. Detroit, MI 48223 New York Howard Schulman 485 Madison Ave. New Yoric, NY 10022 (212) 421-0017 Pennsylvania Kirschner, Walters & Willig 1608 Walnut St. 10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215)893-9000 Maigaret Browning Spear, WUdermM, Sigmond, Borish & Endy 260 S. Broad St. Suite 1500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 732-0101 Texas Marvin Peterson 1200 Travis Suite 2020 Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-4422 Virginia Arthur Rutter Rutter & Montagna 415 St. Paul's Blvd. Suite 720 Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-5000 ^ (313) 532-1220 . Christopher Legghio Miller, Cohen, Martins &Ice 1400 N. Park Plaza 17117 W. Nine Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 (313) 559-2110 1-800-554-8119 Washington Rob Williamson Davies, Roberts & Reid 101 Elliott Ave. West Suite 550 SeatUe,WA 98119 (206)285-3610 Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and lnland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Account­ ants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers App^ Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you work and live aboard your ship or boat. Know your contract rights, as well as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE LOG. The LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September, '9^, meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ^nks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Aiiy time you feel any member or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, tnals, etc., as well as all other details, then the member so affected should immediately no­ tify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and puiposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with im­ proved employment opportunities for sea­ men and boatmen and the advancement of tirade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contrib­ utes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contri­ bution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial re­ prisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improperconduct, notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and re­ fund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to pro­ tect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �1.'^'-''Cv SCPTEMBCR, 1989 Deep Sea MARVIN P. BENNETT Marvin P. Bennett, 69, died June 25, 1989. The Georgia native worked in the deck department. He received his work permit in the port of Houston in July 1956 and his full book in the port of Lake Charles in November 1958. Besides sailing from the above ports. Brother Bennett also sailed out of the port of Boston. His pension was approved in May 1969. EILIF H. BRONDELSBO Eilif H. Brondelsbo, 83, passed away on February 19, 1989. He was born in Norway and served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in August 1950. Brother Brondelsbo attended the pensioners conference at Piney Point in 1970, shortly after he retired. EDWIN L. BROWN Edwin L. Brown, 84, died on January 9, 1989. Born in Rock Falls, IL, Brother Jrown began his SIU career in 1951 by sailing in the steward department on Waterman vessels out of the port of San Francisco. He began receiving his pension in April 1972. He is survived by his wife, Lillian. AUSTIN W. CARTER Austin W. Carter, 73, passed away on March 6, 1989. He was bom in Alabama and joined the SIU in October 1942 in the port of Norfolk. Brother Carter worked in the deck department. He sailed primarily out of the ports of Tampa and Jacksonville. He retired in 1978. His wife, Mary Elizabeth, survives him. PETER CHOPLINSKI Peter Choplinski, 77, died on February 9, 1989. The New York native served in the deck department after joining the SIU in April 1953 in the port of New York. He served in the U.S. Army from 1939 until 1940. Brother Choplinski started receiving his pension in February 1977. He had retired to Lynn, MA. EDWARD F. COSTIN Edward F. Costin, 71, passed away on March 30, 1989. He was bom ' Maryland. Brother Costin joined the union in August 1947 in the port of Baltimore. He served in the steward department. Costin was approved for his pension in November 1980. NICHOLAS D'AMANTE Nicholas D'Amante, 71, died March 8, 1989. The Brooklyn native sailed in the steward department. He joined the SIU in November 1955. Brother D'Amante nided his union by walking picket line duty in the 1961 New York Harbor strike and serving in 1976 on both the auditing committee and the special tallying committee. He served in the Army during 1946. D'Amante retired in June 1985. ANTHONY J. DUGAS Anthony J. Dugas, 88, died April 11, 1989. The Louisiana native joined the SIU in January 1939 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Dugas worked in the deck department. He retired in January 1969. OSCAR nOUEROA Oscar Figueroa, 77, died March 9, 1989. He was bom in Puerto Rico and joined the SIU in April 1944 at the port of New York. {Brother Figueroa worked in the engine department. He started receiving his pension in January 1978 and had retired to New Orleans;. He is survived by his son, Oscar Jr. PETER GARVIN Peter Garvin, 88, died March 5, 1989, at the Maryland General Hospital in Baltimore. Bom in South Carolina, Brother Garvin began sailing for the SIU in 1944 in the steward department. Early in his career, he served on Ore Steamship Company vessels. He retired in September 1968. Garvin was buried at King Memorial Park in Randallstown, MD. He is survived by his wife, Daisy; three children: Leroy, Lawrence and Louise; two step children: Thomas and Rosetta; two sisters; 24 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. STANLEY GELAK Stanley Gelak, 75, passed away April 5, 1989. The New York native )egan his career in the deck department when he joined the SIU in June 1941 in the port of Philadelphia. He switched to the steward department in 1%2 before retiring in August 1979. He is survived by his sister, Sophie Stevenson. HERMAN W. GIRARD Herman W. Girard, 85, died on Febraary 28, 1989. Bom in New Hampshire, Brother Girard served in the Army during 1942 and 1943. He joined the union in June 1948 in the port of New York and worked in the steward department. Girard began his retirement in December 1969. His sister. Bertha Giffin, survives him. LAMAR GRIBBON Lamar Gribbon, 58, passed away on Febmary 5, 1989. The deck department member was bom in Mount Carmel, PA. Brother Gribbon served in the Navy from 1949 to 1953. He received his book in December 1955 in the port of San Francisco. He shipped out of the ports of New Orleans, Houston and San Francisco during his career. His wife, Dorothy, survives him. GAY L. HAMMETT Gay L. Hammett, 43, died on March 29, 1989. Bom in Oregon, Sister Hammett worked primarily on the S.S. Constitution as a purser. She received her book in June 1987 in the port of Sari Francisco. She was an active member at the time of her death. She is survived by her mother, Gerri Dye. EDWARDO C. HERRERO Edwardo C. Herrero, 70, died January 27, 1989. Brother Herrero was born in Guam. He joined the union in November 1970 in the port of New York. He served in the steward department. Herrero retired to Dublin, CA, in October 1983. He is survived by his brother. WESLEY P. JACKSON Wesley P. Jackson, 79, passed away June 10, 1989. The Louisiana native served in the Navy from 1927 to 1930. He joined the union in September 1951 in the port of Philadelphia and worked in the deck department. Brother Jackson retired in December 1973. He is survived by his sister, Ruth McCormick. EDWARD S. JOHNSEN Edward S. Johnsen, 62, died on April 21, 1989. The engine department member was bom in Denmark. When he ' began his SIU career in 1951, he served primarily on Waterman Steamship vessels. He graduated from a 1976 QMED upgraders class at SHLSS. He retired in March 1986 and is survived by his brother, Preben. ROY J. JONES Roy J. Jones, 64, passed away April 3, 1989. Bom in Charleston, SC, he joined the SIU in July 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Jones served in the deck department. Toward the end of his career, Jones worked for the Sea-Land shore gang on the West Coast. He started to receive his pension in March 1984. His wife, Helen, survives him. RICHARD J. KAHLLO Richard J. Kahllo, 58, died February 24, 1989. He was bom in Woodland, MI. Brother Kahllo served in the Navy from 1950 to 1954. He joined the union in January 1966 in the port of San Francisco. He was working in the engine department when he passed away. His father, Clifford, survives him. OSKAR KIRS Oskar Kirs, 75, passed away March 26, 1989. Born in Estonia, he started working for the SIU in 1950 through the port of New York. Early in his career, the deck department member served aboard Seatrain and Isthmian vessels. He walked the 1961 New York Harbor picket line. Brother Kirs retired in 1979. He is survived by his wife, Hanna. WILLARD R. LAYTON Willard R. Layton, 63, passed away June 29, 1989 at his home in Lakehead, CA. The South Carolina native joined the SIU in March 1944 in the port of Savannah. His time in the union was intermpted by the Army from 1954 to 1955. He worked in the deck department. Brother Layton retired December 1984. He was buried in the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Savannah, GA, on July 5, 1989. FREDERICK G. MOSEBACH Frederick G. Mosebach, 33, passed away Febmary 28, 1989. Born in Philadelphia, Brother Mosebach joined the union after completing training at SHLSS in 1977. He worked in the engine department and upgraded through SHLSS to QMED by 1982. Mosebach walked the picket lines in several SIU beefs. He was an active member at the time of his death. His mother, Mary Jackson, survives him. JESSE S. OLAES Jesse S. Olaes, 65, died Febmary 9, 1989. Bom in the Philippines, he was a 1966 graduate of the Marine Cooks and Stewards training facility. Brother Olaes worked primarily on vessels for the American President Lines and Delta Lines. He retired in June 1987. His wife, Purita, survives him. JOSEPH F.OTA Joseph F. Ota, 70, died on May 17, 1989. Born in Honolulu, Brother Ota joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1959 before it merged with the SIU. He worked mainly on American President Lines vessels and was active at the time of his death. His wife, Mary Josephine, survives him. LUTHER J. PATIN Luther J. Patin, 74, passed away on March 1, 1989. The St. Landry, ^A, native served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. He got his first SIU working permit in 1951. He served in the deck department. Brother Patin started receiving his pension in June 1973. His wife, Dorothy, survives him. 'y • "-"j -• • -i'- W&M GEORGE PERDREAUVILLE George Perdreauville, 73, , died April 12, 1989. He was bom in New Orleans and served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. Brother Perdreauville joined the SIU in May 1954 in the port of New Orleans. The engine department member upgraded to QMED at SHLSS in 1974. He retired from the union in March 1976. He is survived by his wife, Lydia. GUILLERMO LOPEZ PEREZ Guillermo Lopez Perez, 59, passed .away October 3, 1988. Born in Puerto Rico, he joined the union after graduating from the union's New York training facility in 1962. Brother Perez upgraded his engine department status to FWT in 1966. He last worked for the SIU in 1984. His wife, Maria, survives him. ROBERT T. RENTZ Robert T. Rentz, 44, died June 23, 1989. He joined the SIU during 1964 in his native Baltimore after attending the Andrew Fumseth draining school there. He worked in the en^ne department before receiving his pension in January 1989. He is survived by his wife, Mildred. Continued on page 22 IL_- - jifSi • -V" ,'4 '"4 �TW^ W SeAFMBtSLOG |,-||;.r Continued from page 21 JOSEPH RICHOUX Joseph Richoux, 63, passed away June 19, 1989. The Louisiana native joined the union in June 1946 in the port of Norfolk. He worked in the deck department. Brother Richoux started receiving his pension in November 1987. li^.^f-. Is?', iS': WALTER H. ROGERS Walter H. Rogers, 74, died on April 18, 1989. Brother Rogers, who was 7om in San Francisco, first worked for the SIU in September 1966 at the port of Seattle. The deck department member retired in February 1980. He is survived by his wife, Beatrice. JACK W. SAGER Jack W. Sager, 49, passed away on June 13, 1^9. The Rochester, NY, native served in the Navy form 1956 to 1960. He joined the SIU in September 1962 in the port of Wilmington. He was sailing in the deck department when he died. He is survived by his mother, Georgianna Sager. EDWARD P. SAVICKAS Edward P. Savickas, 66, died in an automobile accident on June 20, 1989, near Bagley, MI. The Detroit native started his SIU career in 1960 in the Great Lakes division before switching to deep sea. He earned his book by organizing the R.V. Conrad. Brother Savickas upgraded his engine department status to QMED at the union's school during 1977 and 1978. He was an active member at the time of his death. His remains were cremated and interred at American Crematory in Gaylord, ML : ^l:-: Ns; If •"•Tj -C' I; hrtr yv *7' WILLIAM S. SHARP William S. Sharp passed away March 17, 1989, in Jacksonville, FL. He started sailing in the SIU in 1951 in the deck department. He primarily sailed out of the port of Jacksonville. Brother Sharp began receiving his pension in January 1982. He is survived by his wife and two sons, William Jr. and Greg, who both sail with the SIU. JOHN E. SILKY John E. Silky, 72, died March 29, 1989. He joined the SIU in Noveniber 1944 in the port of Mobile. Brother Groof lakes Silky sailed in the deck department before he retired in November 1981. He is survived by his wife, Edna. BEVERLY R. SMALL Beverly R. Small, 76, passed away March 9, 1989. Bom in Kansas, Brother Small worked in the deck department after joining the union in July 1944 in the port of New Orleans. He acquired his pension in Febraary 1979. PETER TAIJR Peter Tai Jr, 71, died Febraary 18, 1989. He was bora in Honolulu. Brother Tai was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards union starting in 1959. He retired from the SIU in 1982. He is survived by his daughter, Rodetta Siliado. PAUL E. TATMAN Paul E. Tatman, 79, died in February 1989. Brother Tatman, a native of Spokane, WA, started his SIU career in the port of New York in 1955. His early service in the deck department included working on several ships belonging to Waterman Steamship Company. He retired in April 1978. RAYBON THREATT Raybon Threatt, 58, passed away on March 7, 1989. The Alabama native served in the Navy from 1946 to 1950. He joined the SIU in October 1960 in the port of Houston. He was an active member of the deck department at the time of his death. CLINTON HARVEY WARD Clinton Harvey Ward, 70, passed away February 5, 1989. Brother Ward, who was bora in Alabama, served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in June 1957 in the po^rt of Lake Charles. He sailed in the deck department with his last ship being the Overseas New York. Taylor retired from the union in May 1981. WILLIAM WOODS William Woods, 70, died March 31, 1989. The steward department member was bora in Tyler, TX. He joined the union in November 1956 in the port of Seattle. Brother Woods retired in October 1979. He is survived by his wife, Vivian. FRANCES H. BROWN Frances H. Brown, 82, died at his home in his native Conneaut, OH, on une 23, 1989. Brother Brown worked as a fireman for the Great. Lakes Towing Company. He joined the SIU in July 1961 in the port of Cleveland. His burial took place at the Glenwood Cemetery in Conneaut on June 26. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude, and son, James R. CHARLES A. CENTALA Charles A. Centala, 75, died May 3, 1989. Bora in Rodger City, MI, Brother Centala joined the SIU in October 1960 in the port of Detroit. He served in the engine department before retiring in October 1978. He is survived by his wife, Gladys. VICTOR A. BROWN Victor A. Brown, 79, passed away at the Alvin (TX) Community Hospital on June 6, 1989. The Canadian native worked in the engine department. He joined the SIU in November 1957 in the port of Houston. He worked for the Gulf Canal Lines and G«&H Towing Company. Brown was buried at South Memorial Park Cemetery in Pearland, TX, on June 9, 1989. His wife, Maria, survives him. SAM DESALVO Sam DeSalvo, 76, passed away March 31, 1989. Bora in Napoleonville, LA, Brother DeSalvo joined the union in September 1955 in the port of New Orleans. He worked in the deck department for Dixie Carriers before he retired in June 1976. His wife, Sarah, survives him. January 1%1 in the port of Norfolk. He worked in the engine department for vessels belonging to Gulf Atlantic Transport and Curtis Bay Towing. O'Neal retired in September 1973. He is survived by his widow, Ida. ULNER RICHARDSON Ulner Richardson, 79, died February 3, 1989. Bora in Lynnville, TN, Brother Richardson started working with the SIU in 1948 while employed by the G&H Towing Company. He served in the deck department. Richardson retired from the union in September 1971. He is survived by his wife, Hesta. ED SMITH Ed Smith, 75, passed away at the Jewish Hospital of St. Louis, MO, on June 3, 1989. Bora in Arkansas, Brother Smith worked on the Delta Queen riverboat as a fireman. He retired from the SIU in 1987. Smith was buried on June 7, 1989, in Laurel Hill Cemetery, St. Louis. His daughter, Emma Jean Smith, survives him. HUBERT E. HOBBS DARRALD F. HETHORN Darrald F. Hethorn, 70, passed away June 15, 1989. Bora in Lansing, MI, Brother Hethorn served in the Navy from 1944 to 1945. He acquired his SIU book in November 1971 in the port of Detroit. He worked in the steward department for the Huron Cement Company. Hethorn retired in 1980. His wife, Ruth, survives him. EUGENE L. KOSS Eugene L. Koss, 61, died December 17, 1988. He served in the Army from 946 to 1948 and Navy from 1950 to 1954. A Chicago native. Brother Koss joined the SIU in his hometown in 1973. He worked in the engine department for American Steamship early in his career. Koss graduated from a 1978 FOWT upgrading course at the Seafarers school. He was an active member at the time of his death. He is survived by his sister, Sylvia Grabski. ADAM H. SMITH Adam H. Smith, 66, died June 2, 1989. The Indiana native joined the SIU in April 1949 in the port of Milwaukee. He worked in the engine department. Brother Smith upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976. His wife, Fiorina, survives him. Hubert E. Hobbs, 75, died March 30, 1989. The Washington, NC, native worked in the engine department for the Curtis Bay Towing Company. He joined the SIU in February 1961 in the port of Norfolk and retired in 1984. Brother Hobbs is survived by his wife, Mabel, and two children, Joan and Diane. ARTHUR JERDEE Arthur Jerdee, 63, died on May 13, 1989. He was bora in New Hampton, lA, and served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Jerdee joined the union in July 1974. He was active in the deck department when he passed away. His brother, James, survives him. ALFONSO KOWCKO , Alfonso Kopicko, 61, died February 17, 1989. He worked in the steward department after joining the union in August 1969 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Kopicko served in the Army fr^om 1953 to 1955. He was an active member at the time of his death. His sister, Ida Lepure, survives him. MILON M. O'NEAL Milon M. O'Neal, 78, passed away on March 6, 1989 in his native Hatteras, NC. Brother O'Neal joined the union in ALVIN R. TAYLOR Alvin R. Taylor, 70, passed away February 16, 1989. Bora in West Point, VA,. Boatman Taylor served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in 1%3 and worked in the engine department for Curtis Bay Towing. He retired in May 1981 to Virginia Beach, VA. He is survived by his daughter, Thelma T. Adkins, and son Alvin Jr. ARNOLD FERGUSON Arnold Ferguson, 62, died at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Saginaw, Ml, on August 16, 1989. He served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. Brother Ferguson worked in the deck department after joining the SIU at the port of Alpena in March 1965. He was buried at the Hubbard Lake (Ml) Cemetery with full military honors on August 19, 1989. Surviving Ferguson are his daughter, Kathleen; three brothers, Victor, Kenneth and Rex; and a sister, June Wagner. ADOLPH SLABY Adolph Slaby, 88, passed away on September 10, 1989. Brother Slaby was bora in Germany. He joined the SIU in December 1961 at the port of Chicago as an employee of the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company. He retired on a disability pension in April 1966. Slaby is survived by his wife, Mary. �jtrltnUftK, Iror •77^;7i;77j:T:;, ''7::7;':;;v7ij;Yi:il|tilP3ES'WK^^WY77 7:V I .) .11). ..i.v '"lii^y -• a>'''. ' - m ^i;'r • •'f Pn^nm 6$^ to Imfi^ Ihritimo loiu^ M Pmm June through September 1989 The following is the current course schedule for June—December 1989 at T^e Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Tlie course schedule tnay change to reflect the membership'&and industty'sf .'needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending SHLSS. Chedk-ln Date CoMfse QMED---Any Rating Flr«nian/Watertender and Oiler October 30 Eiectro-IIydraulks November 6 Marble Electrical Tecbnician November 13 RefHj^rathm Malnt. & Operafi^ October 2 Diesel Ekigine Technology November 20 Hydraulics WHding October 2 '"Ail students in flie Engine Department will have two (2) Familiarization at tite their regular course. Deck Upgndittg Causes • .' Y. • 'KA - . .€ ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course September 25 This Three week course is an Introduction to Lifeboat and is designed to help seafarers prepare themselves for the regular Lifeboat course which is scheduled immediately after this course. This class will benefit those seafarers who have difficulty reading, seafarers Whose first language is not English, and seafarers who have been out of school for a long time. •r -7, llecerHKc0ien Pngrems Oct<dier27 December is Octob4»23 December 11 " Chedc-In Date September 25 Course B<»un Recertlficatlon CmnpleBott Date .. • > November 6 7:fWi;; i'*. ^ tt- . • '77;4®: .7, (i mFARERrHmY^NMBERG SCHOOL OF SEAIMNSHIP Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes (First) (Last) No • Primary Language Spoken_ Telephone. With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as, a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. Mo./Day/Year (Zip Code) CPR: • Yes Date of Birth. (Middle) (State) No^ Date Available for training (Street) (City) No • Firefighting: • Yes Upgnill^ Applicatiett Address- :®77 October 13 ' • .:^7^,7•-Y77'|fei|7; Name. October 27 weeks of Sealift Check-In Completion Date Date Course The Adult Education Courses for 1989 will be six weeks in length. High School Equivalency (GED) Octidier 30 December II 7 Adult Basic Education (ARAE) October 30 December 9 English as a Second Language (ESL) October 30 December 9 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. Hew Coum 7 Decembers December 15 FelMniary2C90) November 10 December IS 19t9 Mdiilt Uucaion Schedule Check-In Cknuj^tion Coune Date Date Able Seaman October 30 December 8 Radar Refkesher/Renewal Open-ended, 3 days (Contact Admissions fu* starting dat^ Radar Certification (follows Limited License course) November 13 November 17 Lifeboat September 18 September 29 October 16 October 27 November 13 November.24 •;••: ;;,; , ',)7 :. December II December 22 :LNG-SeI^Study , (This course is not offered as a separate course, but may be taken while attending any of the regularly scheduled '^ ?' .7 ' . , courses.) Tankerman October 16 October 27 September 18 September 29 Sfamdator Shijj^liain^^ October 23 November 3 December 4 December 15 *Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must be taken^ Oil Spill Prevedtkm Completion Dote " (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. VESSEL RATING HELD 7'7(t- DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE SHIPPED ....y;71 Social Security #_ Seniority ^ Book #DepartmenL Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: • Yes • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No Home Port I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Arc you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes •No (If yes, fill in below) Trainee Program: From. to Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes • No (if yes, fill in below) Course(s) Taken. DATE. SIGNATURE- DECK • AB/Sealift • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate G Radar Observer Unlimited G Master Inspected Towing Vessel G Towboat Operator Inland G Celestial Navigation G Simulator Course ENGINE G FOWT G QMED—Any Rating G Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) G Marine Electrical Maintenance G Pumproom Maintenance & Operation G Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation G Diesel Engine Technology G Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel G Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor G Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance G Electro-Hydraulic Systems G Automation G Hydraulics G Marine Electronics Technician G G G G G G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM G Associates in Arts Degree G Certificate Programs STEWARD Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. ALL DEPARTMENTS G Welding G Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) |Y- RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO; Seafarers Harry Luiidebeig Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 —— .-.-•r-. < f . i-'-. •'; \4 _'.ui I;, .vv �24 ::3S|®I:'^^':|ii|il^i|siB Foreign Cruise Ship Actions Would Have Been Xriminar Under U.S. Fiag, Coast Guard Says "This is a question of organi­ zational ethics. This had the sup­ port and knowledge of the senior management. Obviously no one cared about the situation." So said Lt. Commander Charles Brantley of the U.S. Coast Guard in describing why a Panamanianflag cruise ship could not sail out of the port of Tampa last month. A faulty fire-extinguishing sys­ tem aboard the passenger ship cost about 700 passengers a five-day cruise from Tampa to Cozumel, Mexico and back last month. Lt. Cmdr. Brantley noted the system suffered "an 80 percent loss of capability with a fUll load of passengers being carried. "Other than the lifeboats, noth­ ing is more serious than the central firefighting system in the engine room," he said. "This was an unbelievable situation." Coast Guard inspectors discov­ ered the inoperable system after receiving an anonymous tip, ac­ cording to the St. Petersburg Times fc:^- and the Miami Herald. The tip turned out to be true and the ship stayed in port until repairs were made. Coast Guard officials realized no one cared about the situation . . the vessel had sailed "at least four, times" with the faulty equipment, Brantley said. Because of the ship's foreign registry, the Coast Guard was very limited in what it could do. However, it enforced the strongest punishment it could by not allowing the ship to sail with U.S. passengers aboard. "If this had been an American ship, it could have merited crim­ inal action," Brantley continued. "If this had been an American ship, we'd have taken the master (Editor's note: The Seafarers LOG has joined in a campaign with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Chil­ dren to help locate children who have run away or who have been abducted. Seafarers who have information or who spot any of these children are urged to call the National Center or the local authorities whose numbers are listed with each article.) ife'. . <.••'.c •• • "W- lation. Some had flown from other parts of the country and Canada. They had their money tied up in the voyage. Veracruz, One of Many In 1988, two foreign-flag pas­ senger ships which sail from Flor­ ida reported fires to the National Transportation Safety Board. However, foreign-flag ships are under no obligation to report ac­ cidents if they occur in interna­ tional waters. The NTSB has rec­ ommended that Congress pass legislation to increase safety reg­ ulations governing the operations of U.S.-based foreign-flag passen­ ger ships. Brantley noted that the Coast Guard will react to anonymous tips when they are received in detail or can be verified easily. He said the Veracruz, chartered by Bermuda Star Line, had a history of age-related maintenance prob­ lems. He added that the Coast Guard was aware that the liner was under new ownership, which had been told that it was not doing a very good job with maintenance on the vessel. USCG Celebrates 200 Years Fother Still Looking For Kidnapped Daughter It has been ten years since Ar­ thur Scozari went shoping at that mall in Newport Beach, Califor­ nia, but he will always remember the day. It was the last time that he saw his daughter Lisa Marie. Lisa Marie was just one month short of her third birthday. She was a bright, happy child. As she and her father walked to the park­ ing lot, they were set upon by a large man, who forcibly grabbed the child from Scozari. Thrown to the pavement, Scoz-^ ari saw the man and a female companion push Lisa Marie into a van. Lisa Marie is one of22,000 cases that the National Center for Miss­ ing and Exploited Children has kept track of since it was formed in 1984. In some respects, the Scozari case is unusual. Most missing children are eventually found, and few cases involve a forcible abduction while a parent is present. But in one important respect, what happened to Lisa Marie and Arthur Scozari was fairly typical. The majority of all child abduc­ tions in the United States are per­ formed by the non-custodial par­ ent. It was later revealed the van that carried Lisa Marie away was owned by a private investigator who had been hired by the child's mother. Rather than go through the court system, Lisa Marie's mother de- and chief engineer's licenses." The fireflghting equipment, made up of 100 150-pound bottles of carbon dioxide, is piped together and lines the walls of the engine room. It is designed to flood the area to extinguish a fire. Passengers boarded the liner on the afternoon of August 21 and were told the ship was having some difficulties. They enjoyed dinner, drinks and a show before going to sleep. They had expected to be sailing in the Gulf of Mexico the next morning, but instead dis­ covered that they still were in the port of Tampa. None of the passengers quoted in the articles even knew that the ship had been inspected, let alone the cruise cancelled, when they boarded. The first notification the passengers received was around 10 a.m. on August 22 when they were told to leave the vessel by 2 p.m. Many passengers were left stranded in Tampa by the cancel­ SEAFARERS LOG Lisa Marie Scozari cided to take matters into her own hands and go into hiding, taking an assumed name. Financially, at least, Scozari was better prepared than most to deal with the ordeal. A lawyer, he was able to spend hundreds of thou­ sands of dollars of his own money in court fees and for private in­ vestigators. While the case has attracted considerable publicity, Lisa Marie has never been found. But Scozari has never given up hope. "I just wish that Lisa Marie's mother would let me know that she's O.K. That's the worst part, not knowing," said Scozari. The U.S. Coast Guard began a year^long celebration of its 200 years of service last month. Bi­ centennial events will be held throughout the country during the next 12 months, culminating on August 4, 1990. On August 4, 1790 Congress authorized the construction of 10 ships for th? Revenue Cutter Serv­ ice, the forerunner of today's Coast Guard. Those cutters were used to stop smugglers trying to evade payment of import taxes. Revenue cutters also fought pirates and pri­ vateers and served in all of the nation's 19th century wars. The Bureau of Navigation and Steamship Service was formed following a series of ship explo- rions in 1838. In 1848 the Lifesaving Service was formed and the first of many federal lifesaving stations was built along the coast. In 1915 the Revenue Cutter Service and the Lifesaving Service merged and took the name Coast Guard. The federal Lighthouse Service joined in 1939, and the Bureau of Nagivation and the Steamship Inspection Service came under the Coast Guard banner in 1942. The Coast Guard will sponsor dozens of events around the coun­ try to mark its 200th birthday. The bicentennial finale will be held in Grand Haven, Ml where more than 500,000 people are expected to attend August 2-4, 1990. Mtoltaf FIWB: Newport Bc«ch. Calif. 09^/76 <lf»itniwpf(iriiifi;2yeareold . tacKWhtir fiffUfltuiule 3 It IfriK mOfKfe i Cttstended uvet i: Oiild wniddiMpp^ by » ANYONE HAVING INFORMATTON SHOULD CONTACT TW faryiiitiig mti OR r DMrict AttMwy^ Office <Cal |.7l^t-7S43 OuMrwi Two of the many duties performed by the U.S. Coast Guard are firefighting and rescue at sea. This 1985 painting featured by the USCG for its 200th anniversary portrays the agency's efforts to save stranded crewmen aboard the burning tanker Puerto Rican when it caught fire off the west coast. Fireboats, cutters and helicopters took part in the sea rescue. The Coast Guard is having a year-long celebration to honor its bicentennial. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1980-1989 Description An account of the resource Volumes XLII-LI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1989 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HAMMER SHIPS GO SEAFARERS DEFENSE PANEL CONCLUDES DRAFT OF NATIONAL SEALIFT POLICY TWO PRODUCT CARRIERS NOW UNDER SIU BANNER WILL TRANSPORT FERTILIZER TO THE SOVIET UNION SIU ANNOUNCES HURRICANE RELIEF GOVERNMENT COMMITMENT KEY TO NATIONAL TRANSPORT POLICY “USER FEES,” A BAD IDEA IS BEFORE CONGRESS ONCE AGAIN OIL SPILL BILL MOVES IN HOUSE LNG ARIES CREWMEMBERS RESCUE VIETNAMESE REFUGEES SIU MEMBERS EXPRESS CONCERN OVER FATE OF BOAT PEOPLE GOV’T ORDERES NEW ELECTIONS FOR TWO MARITIME UNIONS SEA-LAND PATRIOT CREWMEMBERS DISCOVER A WHALE IN THE BOW LAKES MEMBERS RATIFY 4-YEAR PACT TRAINING EXPERTS INSPECT UNION’S SCHOOL SNEAK ATTACK ON CARGO PREFERENCE LAWS FAILS GOV’T SERVICE DIVISION MEMBERS ON USNS KAWISHIWI RECOGNIZED SIU ON THE MOVE IN N. BEDFORD CROWLEY BOATMEN APPROVE CONTRACT LUNDEBERG SCHOOL COMMENDED FOR QUICK RESPONSE TO ACCIDENTAL OIL SPILL LABOR STRIFE SHOWS TWO SIDES OF CORPORATE AMERICA SIU STANDS BY EASTERN UNIONS COAL WORKERS TAKE ON PITTSTON PHONE WORKERS SETTLE PACTS WITHIN SIX OUT OF SEVEN BELL’S BOY SCOUTS THANK MTD, UNION, SCHOOL FOREIGN CRUISE SHIP ACTIONS WOULD HAVE BEEN ‘CRIMINAL’ UNDER U.S. FLAG, COAST GUARD SAYS USCG CELEBRATES 200 YEARS FATHER STILL LOOKING FOR KIDNAPPED DAUGHTER Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1989 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 51, No. 9 1989 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c20779c71c353ef882966748ede19fa4.PDF 2000fcb776a3fb1dd00c9e3032ebd26e PDF Text Text SlU to Man 3 More Cable Ships IMifNAtldNiL UNION • ATUNTICr^, LAKES ANOINUND Wi Page 5 la • AFI-CIO SEAmREHS '-m U September 1990 Volume 52, Number 9 -5 w'V- Seafarers in Operation Desert Shieid lyj'm We're The Goods! nr :• • I The Mix of SiU-Manned Ships of the Merchant And Miiitary Fieet Arriving in Saudi Arabia From the ^ Jhe SlU-manned USNS Algol CommerCiel discharges tanks p|00t From the Ready Reserve Force MSG Prepositioning Ships for the armed forces iAVi .y y/ • i /iste .r « mrwr operation Desert Shield. • 't. . fta hySv;9.-y .,. , .. . -- -• •'.¥ Fast Sealift Ships K .r, ^•/-:. • •• Hospital Ship /. ; T-AVB'S .f If: IRv r ill '-> 'M '• ^ 'if' 'rf'- ••?r' ^g iA,-:S'; LMi Seen Around the World Millions of TV viewers saw Seafarers on the Noble Star anchored in the Persian Gulf sending a message home. The photo above is from an ABC News broadcast. Ready for Service Young men who have signed on with the SlU board the bus that will take them to the Seafarers Harry Lundeburg School. The union's training facility immediately increased enrollment to meet the sudden surge in shipping needed to meet the logistical needs of the military in Operation Desert Shield. �''•;'y ' -lis'. • ' . , . ii^^'JEK^. V''' •••• X wmm. flSP ViA^ . SIAFARCRS LOQ ' • • • -r ;X5| f Truly the Fourth Arm of Defense Ipii '.• i-.-. -:• f '•' :C:V^ •/'•; •s-ri','"' •: K..' •' ^ '• :' "iJ .'t '• - "• i v/i -,z E',' ..- As the U.S. Desert Shield operation in the Persian Gulf area moved into its second month, the SIU continued to meet the almost overwhelming need for crews to man the wide range of U.S.-flag ships carrying supplies and materiel to the front lines. With the U.S. and the United Nations thrust suddenly into a crisis situation when Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait on August 2 and threatened to continue into Saudi Arabia, President Bush ordered a quick, massive movement of American naval vessels, aircraft and ground troops to answer Saudi Arabia's call for assistance in maintaining its borders against the Iraqi aggression. At the same time, we of the SIU were called upon to provide the immediately-needed crews to man the vessels being broken out of the Ready Reserve Force fleet, as well as maintaining the complements of the prepositioned ves­ Michael sels and sealift tankers already on military assignment, and Sacco those of the contracted commercial vessels that would be switched to the military support operation. When word came down of the heavy need for manpower in a hurry, I put our union machinery on a seven-day, 24-hour around-the-clock basis and, with our shipping center in Piney Point serving as the hub of the hiring hall activities in all port facilities, we were able to satisfy all requests. I am proud of the way our membership has responded to our nation's need, and I am proud of the manner in which all of the union representatives involved have cooperated in meeting the challenge. U.S. Ships Are Reliable Once again, the privately-operated, civilian-manned merchant marine is demonstrating its effectiveness in carrying out its role as the fourth arm of the country's defense structure. It is to be expected that, in operations of the magnitude of the Persian Gulf effort, glitches will show up here and there, as in the occasional mechanical problems on some of the so-called Ready Reserve Force fleet ships. At union headquarters we are maintaining a detailed log of all operations which will be useful, when the Persian Gulf beef is over, in trying to forge a maritime program that will assure the availability at all times of a balanced, dependable privately-owned American-flag fleet, active and ready at an instant's notice for any national emergency. "-r •w President's Report ^ '••'•s-iV. . • -', »;• .-"pappzzvzp.-: I• Japanese Refuse to Sail Supply.Ship It is encouraging to see that the United States is getting some measure of cooperation and support from other nations in the tremendous effort, military and logistical, in the Persian Gulf crisis. But if is absolutely necessary to understand that we cannot depend on anyone but ourselves. We've already observed the truth of that principle in the current situation, as we did during the Vietnam War, when the crew of a foreign-flag vessel refused to carry a shipload of military supplies from the West Coast to our armed forces in Vietnam. That there is always a risk in depending on foreign-flag sliips and crews again was demonstrated when the Japanese owners and crew of Kanbara Marine company's freighter Sea Venus refused to sail out of Tokyo harbor with a shipload of 800 four-wheel-drive trucks and vans which The Washington Post reported had been "urgently requested by U.S. forces in Saudi Arabia." And remember, we are dealing here with a non-shooting conflict, and I shudder to think of what some of our friends might do if shooting broke out. Sound preparation would dictate that we be ready to do all the manning ourselves. Nevertheless, the effort is a vast success as of the moment, and we must do our part to keep it that way. Your union will continue to carry out its responsibilities in filling its role, and asks the membership for a continuation of the wonderful cooperation which has made our part in the current problem so successful. Short Session for Congress: Farm Bill, Alaska Oil on Agenda With fall elections in every House district and more than a third of the Senate, little time remains for the working of the legislature. Of major importance to Seafarers, as the elected officials attempt to con­ clude their business, is the wrap-up of the farm bill in conference com­ mittee, the continuation of export restrictions placed On Alaska oil and support from the Senate and House for keeping maritime out of the world trade talks. The SIU has been dogging the 1990 farm bill because earlier this year interests representing the giant, multinational grain mer­ chants were attempting to scuttle U.S. shipping by wiping out the law mandating 75 percent of govern­ ment-donated agricultural cargoes to be carried on American-flag bot­ toms. In an action by the House rules committee in July, anti-cargo preference amendments to the farm bill were banned. In two Senate floor votes, attempts to weaken U.S. shipping requirements were beaten back by votes that were close to two-to-one. Currently, House and Senate members are working on compromise language to produce a final 1990 farm bill. The SIU will track committee ac­ tions to ensure that the interests of the American maritime industry are not subjected to a sneak attack. The union also will be watching efforts in Congress to permit ex­ ports of Alaska crude oil to Japan. At this time Alaska crude oil is restricted to U.S. markets, thus keeping the shipment of the crude within the confines of the Jones Act. Only U.S.-flag tankers are per­ mitted to load the oil and bring it to the lower 48 under the 1920 federal law. Alaska Oil Considerations Already the House has passed a one-year extension of the export ban on Alaska crude oil in its ver­ sion of the Export Administration Act. The Senate passed a two-year ban earlier this month. The ban^ which expires September 30, now goes to a conference committee. The Persian Gulf crisis also has brought to the legislators' attention the untapped oil reserve within the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. A bill which has passed the Senate Energy Committee to allow oil drilling in the refuge may receive added consideration before Con­ gress closes this session. If so, the union will make sure the transport­ ing of the crude oil is covered by the Jones Act, thus open only, to U.S.flag tankers. GATT Effort Renewed With the legislators back in Washington, an effort will be made to have more House members sign on as sponsors to a non-binding resolution asking the president to keep maritime out of a services agreement negotiated under the umbrella of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) treaty. A majority of senators became sponsors before the August recess, while 140 House members had signed on. GATT had dealt ex­ clusively on trade in goods before this session when services were presented for inclusion. A total of 96 countries, including the United States, subscribe to the treaty. Budget Talks Continue •» Congress also faces a midnight September 30 deadline to pass the 1991 Fiscal Year budget. If one is not passed in time, budget-cutting provisions go into effect October 1. It is possible such cutbacks could affect the military buildup in the Persian Gulf, but most Congres­ sional experts believe the legis­ lators will pass a temporary budget to keep the supply lines going. Another bill before Congress that may affect the maritime in­ dustry is the Clean Air Act. Details are being worked out by legislators on the amount of emissions a vessel may release while in port. Most Capitol Hill watchers pre­ dict Congress cannot complete its work before the October election recess. All 435 House seats are up for election and 35 Senate positions will be decided on November 6. The pundits believe the legislators will be back to hold a lame duck session after the November elec­ tions. September LOG Special Kiss the Angels: a Short Story by SIU Member Larry Reiner — Page 16 Index to Log Features ^ Page Volume 52, Number 9 IE ' ' The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published month­ ly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. ,'• * l?.;*!' . >"- September 1990 r. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith; As­ sociate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Director, Bill SroH'er. w.. '•U- • r™fi GOBRA Noti« . Dispatcher 5 Report^pSea tepa chers Report^lBland Dispat^'Report/Great Lakes Rnall^panurB fT' ITK c^' T • •• LuBde^^honlApplKatiim •- LpndelKi^Sclrort Course SchedBle Lnndbeig School Graduates Meeting Dates Nintires • • Pensioners UntMlteUDireetor, - ig 33^ « e.: ^ f • f. • 26 17 ! Y -x,'/- 27 27 24 ,7 * It tA �• sEnmiiRim ' V.-s The Iraq Invasion of Kuwait In All SiU Ports, Seafarers Keep The Ships Sailing Thanks to the carefully coordinated and planned manpower operation of the Seafarers International Union that was put into effect immediately on the heels of the American crew, the military's eight fast sealift ships known by their former military deployment to commercial designation as "SLthe Persian Gulf, the 7's," close to two-thirds of the To meet the surge in shipping caused by the Mideast crisis, the Lundeberg School has increased the number of AB and FOWT courses it will hold over the next three months. Pictured above are Seafarers in the current AB class as they learn crane operations. 'Valiant Americans' in Gulf Pmised by Piesident Bush Calling them "some of the finest men and women of the United States of America," President George Bush lauded the job mem­ bers of the nation's armed forces are doing in the current military engagement in the Middle East. In an address to a Joint session of Congress earlier this month, the president commended the "val­ iant Americans" who "were ready at a moment's notice to leave their spouses, their children to serve on the front line halfway around the world" after the United States responded to the invasion of Ku­ wait by Saddam Hussein's Iraqi army. More than 100,000 American troops are now in the Middle East, including those on ships and 45,000 marines. Among the units de­ ployed have been elements of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divi­ sions, the 24th Mechanized Infan­ try Division, the I Ith Air Defense Artillery Brigade and the 3rd Ar­ mored Cavalry Regiment. Some 30 naval vessels are in the area, including three aircraft carriers, missile cruisers, destroyers and supply ships. Unconditional Withdrawal President Bush said America's objectives in the Middle East in­ cluded the complete, uncondi­ tional Iraqi withdrawal from Ku­ wait, a return to legitimate Kuwaiti rule, stability and security in the Gulf region and the protection of American citizens abroad. He said the endorsement of the United Nations Security Council for these goals and the crisis in the Persian Gulf "offers a rare opportunity to move toward an historic period of cooperation" with the Soviet Union that can result in a broader objective—"a new world order." The condemnation of Iraq's aggression has spanned the globe, with words backed up by troops, vessels and money from more than 20 nations. The president, who also serves as commander-in-chief of the armed forces, also recog­ nized the importance of economic sanctions imposed on Iraq by the United Nations and the Security Council's authorization of "all means necessary to ensure com­ pliance with these sanctions." International Support To date, multinational cooper­ ation includes a British flotilla and specialized aircraft; French troops and naval vessels; 10,000 troops from the Gulf Cooperation Coun­ cil made up of Saudi Arabia, Bah­ rain, Oman, United Arab Emirates and Qatar; a Soviet destroyer; Greek ships; two Italian frigates; Japanese funds and equipment; two Dutch frigates and six Stinger missiles, and mujahedeen fighters from Afghanistan's govemmentin-exile. Also engaged in the effort are three Spanish naval vessels; West German monetary contributions; 4,000 Egyptian troops; 1,200 Mo­ roccan soldiers; 2,000 Syrian troops; two Australian warships and one supply vessel; two Bel­ gian minesweepers and one supply ship; two Canadian destroyers and a supply ship, and troops from Bangladesh and Pakistan. An American soldier stands watch from a desert foxhole. vessels assigned to the SIU for erewing have been quickly and fully manned. After receiving word that many SIU vessels would participate in the logistical effort to provide sup­ plies to the American armed forces in the Middle East, the union's president, Michael Sacco, put the organization's central shipping of­ fice on a 24-hour-a-day rotation and opened the hiring halls around the country seven days a week. Vessels operated by private shipping companies were called into action shortly after President George Bush announced that the United States would mount a mil­ itary response to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on August 2. Rank-and-File Rallies Union members around the country were quick to volunteer for duty on the vessels that would support the military. "Our mem­ bers take very seriously their re­ sponsibilities in the fourth arm of defense," said one port agent. Another union official noted that many members registered to ship even though they were home on vacation. Among the SlU-crewed vessels engaged in sealift activities are prepositioning ships that stay in a constant state of readiness with a full load of cargo and complete Ready Reserve Force that has been broken out and two aviation sup­ port vessels known as T-AVB's. In addition, the union has crewmembers aboard some of the com­ mercial carriers chartered by the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the agency within the defense ap­ paratus that coordinates shipping for the armed forces. The govern­ ment services division of the SIU, which provides unlicensed sea­ men for vessels in the MSC's Pa­ cific fleet, also has provided the crew for the hospital ship the USNS Mercy. Training Stepped Up The union's training facility has expanded its entry level program to accommodate more students and has increased the number of classes for key ratings in the deck and engine departments. The SIU is proceeding with great guns under the assumption that the current activation, known as Operation Desert Shield by the government's Department of De­ fense, will be a continuing oper­ ation for some time to come. As the LOG went to press, the fast sealift ships were returning to the United States after delivering tanks and other heavy equipment to the Middle East. It was reported that the vessels will immediately load more military cargo and swiftly return to the Persian Gulf. , 'si', fe! Union's School Gears Up for Crisis The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship is working day and night to train merchant mariners needed for the Persian Gulf crisis. More applicants have been accepted for the entry pro­ gram run by the union's school, and instead of one trainee class starting every month there are now two. In addition, the school is run­ ning back-to-back upgrading class­ es for able bodied seamen (AB) and firemen, oilers and watertenders (FOWT). The courses have been shortened in length to three weeks. However content has not been sacrificed as the classes, which under normal circum­ stances run eight hours a day, have been extended into the evenings and weekends. Officials at the Lundeberg School note that the Coast Guard office in Baltimore has been very co­ operative during this busy period. The government agency has in­ creased the number of testing dates in which an official of the Coast Guard comes to the school to administer the AB and FOWT tests. Continued on page 25 i. s 't •'•3 • A® George Vlassakis of Philadelphia boards the Lundeberg School bus as he begins his career as a merchemt seamen. M �V'- v;'-;"' •i"--- '' ' • '• • I "If ^L: 4 I'•" • • ^ SEAFARERS LOG The Iraq Invasion off Kuwait SIU-Manned Ships of the Merchant Heet Supplying Our Troops Fast Sealift Ship Begins Second Voyage to Guif 1 ->' mWSM '••••..'• -V- '-f V'-". ••••'' • .' '• •s^^f S^f ' '' y • '" ' Seafarers are crewing many of the U.S.-flag vessels op­ erated by private shipping companies that are serving a logistical role in Operation Desert Shield. Here is a breakdown of some of these ships: The following kinds of vessels are being manned by SIU members: Commercial Carriers Among the SIU ships chartered by the military are American Transport Line's American Falcon and Amer­ ican Condor. The American Eagle has been on charter to MSG. It is a ro/ro vessel that shuttles supplies to the Gulf. The Overseas Vivian, Vaidez and Alice also recently have made Gulf stops for MSG. -•' % ' '^Mr-y-:' Ready Reserve Force ..«'» ' '•. • • ' Bosun Michael Shappo stands on the ship's ramp while a helicopter is lifted aboard the Capeila before its first run. r \ ' --• Pride was evident among the SIU crewmembers who had taken the first fast military sealift vessel to Saudi Arabia and back when the USNS Capeila docked in LaPorte, Texas, September 15. The vessel was in port briefly, loading, and was due to quickly depart for its second run to the Persian Gulf region. The Seafarers talked of the smooth trip they had as the ship carried its first shipment of mili­ tary materiel to the Persian Gulf and of how well their fellow mem- MSC Propositioning Ships Operated by Maersk, Amsea and Waterman for the military, the 13 prepositioning ships crewed by the SIU remain fully operational and loaded with cargo throughout the year. Based in Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, these were the first SlU-manned vessels to head to­ wards the region after the activation was announced. Great Lakes member Greg Alstrom volunteered for Persian Gulf duty aboard the Capeila. ^•, •••'"•• ''•y-y'-.yj.-.y '•h t-' ' - ' v'Y:'' • S.,' • •"' •'•••;• . AB Ron Mena works to get the gangway positioned upon arrival. I;: h' •'^i 'U•: Of the 96 former commercial ships in the RRF fleet, 40 have been broken out to supply sealift capacity in Operation Desert Shield. Ship­ ping companies with SIU collective bargaining agreements were as­ signed 26 RRF vessels, including five managed by APL which has labor contracts with the union's Pa­ cific division. f" .'..'iir.' bers performed. They also reiter­ ated their belief that the merchant marine was a vital part of the U.S. defense community. "I feel like I am part of the military involvement by being on this ship," Chief Steward Herbert Davis told a reporter for the Sea­ farers LOG. "I'm proud to be here," echoed Steward Assistant Calvin Wililams. "I'm placing my life on the line and thank God that I was bom in America. I feel sorry for those people over there." Nerves Overcome Davis has served on the Capeila since March 1989. "I was scared of gas being used in the Suez Canal," he admitted. "But once we were out of the canal and when we were coming home it wasn't bad." Davis, who ships out of the port of Jacksonville, said he had a really good galley gang with which to work. Two of the steward department members, Williams and Chief Cook Robert Miller, came from the port of Honolulu where they had been working on cmise ships. "It's a lot easier than working on a cruise ship," Miller noted. "There, you've got 700 to 900 people to deal with. Here, there is more onepn-one so you get a chance to know your shipmates." Bosun iMichael Shappo reported the whole crew worked well aboard the Capeila the whole trip. "Everything went smoothly" re­ ported the ship's chairman who sails from Jacksonville. Shappo noted not only was the crew cooperative, but also the Army personnel aboard chipped in on the work load. He said they helped throughout the voyage to Saudi Arabia. Temperature Stories Shappo wanted to say the heat did not affect the crew but stopped short when he remembered the temperature at 7:30 a.m. the first day the Capeila was in Saudi Ara­ bia was 100 degrees. Third Cook Gary Lackey from the port of Bal­ timore noted the galley reached 105 degrees with air conditioning Continued on pqge 10 Fast Sealift Ships (SL-7's) The former SL-7's are rapidly be­ coming known as the "workhorses" of Operation Desert Shieid. Immediateiy caiied into service from re­ duced operating status, the eight fast seaiift vesseis were ioaded with heavy military equipment and depioyed to the Persian Gulf. The ships can do speeds in excess of 30 knots. Hospital Ship Members of the SlU's government senrices division were called upon to man the USNS Mercy, one of two hospital ships operated by MSG. Designed to provide combat medi­ cal support, the 894-foot ship has Navy doctors and other hospital staff aboard. T-AVB's The SS Wright and SS Gurtiss are the military's two aviation logistics support vessels. Maintained in an RRF-like status, the two vessels were activated by MSG and crewed by the SIU. The ships are designed to maintain Marine Gorps fixed and rotary wing aircraft. �::,X •;; itS UPmBER 1990 I - Tfr'Jl t -r^ M J r I -W JVrf^ ^ ^ "W- T. -_- 1.<" ^ I, • -,• ^„ 7^^ '•;• •v" iV3V '.'• ii First of Three Cable Ships Due in December Artist rendering of the Global Sentinel, one of three new technologically-advanced vessels being built for the Transoceanic Cable Ship Co. fleet. The first of three new cable ships should begin crewing by December, announced Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice presi­ dent for collective bargaining, at the September membership meet­ ing in the port of Piney Point. The construction on the Global Link is almost finished and SIU crews will be signing on soon, Campbell said. The Global Link, the Global Sentinel (which is expected to crew by June 1991) and a third as yet unnamed vessel (expected out during 1992) will each carry a nor­ mal port crew of 29 unlicensed mariners. When lajdng cable, the ships will employ an additional 37 unlicensed members. The cable ships are operated by Transoceanic Cable Ship Com­ pany, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AT&T. The SIU currently crews two cable ships, the Long Lines and the Charles L. Brown. The new vessels will be using the latest in technology to support ' " vT. ;• i'-, c ' ,' •"''" 'V,': .i!,3HSfe".v their role in surveying and laying new fiber optic cables in the oceans. One interesting feature is the bow thruster. Located at the bow of each of the ships, this special propeller enables the ship to move sideways and maintain its position. The three new vessels will have a length of 479 feet, width of 70 feet and deadweight tonnage of 7,900. They will have a full load draft of 26 feet. Cruising speed is estimated to be 15 knots. The trio is designed to maintain a cable laying speed of^ to 8 knots and a speed of 4 knots when towing a sea plow and laying cable. They are being built in Singapore at a cost of $50 million each. Productivity, safety and comfort of the crew are high priorities in the design of these new vessels.The standard safety features of the ships include water-tight transverse bulkheads at various locations, a back-up diesel-driven Washington State Governor Appoints SIU Agent to Panel Seattle Port Agent Bob Hall has been appointed to the newly created ninemember] Washington State Maritime Com­ mission by Governor Booth Gardner. Hall Hall holds the position mandated for a person with maritime/marine labor or marine spill clean-up experience. The commission was created by the state legislature to draft an emergency oil spill response plan by July 1, 1992. It also will serve in an advisory role to the state government for maritime matters involving freighters, tankers, tugs and barges and ferries. Hall, who joined the SIU in 1975 in the port of St. Louis, received the endorsement of several area labor organizations, including the Washington State Labor Council. Labor officials have expressed the hope with Hall's appointment the position will be established for union repre­ sentation. He also received letters of sup­ port from union-contracted com­ panies such as Sea-Land,^Crowley and Totem Ocean Trailed Express (T.O.T.E.). Robert McMillan, T.O.T.E. Resources Corporation president, wrote the governor, "He understands the industry and his membership's concerns, is well qualified in the practical aspects of petroleum transportation at sea and in inland waters and will apply sound, rational, intelligent judg­ ments to the work of the commis­ sion. Hall is one of two panelists ap­ pointed by the governor. Six other positions are to be filled by maritime-industry related coun­ cils, and the final member will be elected by the commission itself. generator for emergency electrical power, fire-resistant fumishings and four encapsulated lifeboats. Campbell noted these ships are another great opportunity for SIU members. "We have had the cable operations since the early 1960s," he noted; "We have had excellent labor relations with Transoceanic. They have been a good provider." Members interested in shipping on the Global Link should contact Bart Rogers at the union's man­ power office in Piney Point, Md. hi ' !' i 'Steamboat Tony' Kastina, Former Union Official, Dies • '•HP-- •.?! li--. • 4 -IK if • : .• IT •', Tony Kastina (center) helped celebrate the SlU's 50th anniversary in October 1988. With him are (left to right) Angus "Red" Campbell, Leon Hall, Pat Marineli and Ernest "Scotty" Aubusson. Longtime SIU official Tony Kastina passed away August 18 in a Baltimore hospital. Kastina, 65, was ill with leukemia. The Baltimore native served in the Navy before joining the SIU in August 1947. He shipped in the engine department, but came ashore to work in his hometown hall on Gay Street. He was a mainstay for the SIU in Baltimore, working as a patrolman, dis­ patcher, organizer and whatever else the union needed until he retired in 1979. Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bar­ gaining, remembered Kastina as "a great guy. I never heard anybody put a bad rap on Tony Kastina," Campbell said. "He was an expert on the con­ tract. He was very dedicated and diplomatic in resolving grievan­ ces. He would get the members what they were entitled to," Campbell added. Bobby Pomerlane, SIU assis­ tant vice president, grew up with Kastina on the Baltimore waterfront. "We were friends all our lives. We started in the union in the same year," Pomerlane recalled. "He was very close with guys on the tugboats. They even gave him a nickname. 'Steamboat Tony' is what they called him. All his life he was associated with the guys on the tugs. "He was very well liked and a great person. He was a great booster of the SIU. He never stopped talking about his love for the union," Pomerlane noted. Kastina is survived by his wife, Jane; a sister, Anne Byers; three brothers, Walter, George and Frank; and several nieces and nephews. : J.;:--..# i Ivkll 'iKila •-A' p 1. •I �'.'. . tf- • Vv J'^ -n';'''.••• - -. K-i r- ,-. , •* -•, V/- :V, J-:'-.'ill'>*•''.* SeAFARlKS LOG S'"' The MV Moku Pahu Is A 'Feeder on the Sweet Run' 'i! -' • • t'r'. - A. -• • ' mi •'i-' I:" / r: :< • U NDER THE WATCHFUL EYE OF KANALOA, the Hawaiian "god of the sea" and fortified by the excellent meals planned and prepared by Chief Stew­ ard John Pratt, the crew of the Moku Pahu hauls close to 37,000 tons of sugar on a regular run from the Aloha Islands to CaUfornia, writes Bill Mullms, an AB on the integrated tug barge. TTOI. In a recent letter to the Seafarers LOG, Brother Mullins reports the ITB h^ set a record for the total amount of raw can sugar it carried when it broke the 2 million ton mark in August of 1987. Operated by Pacific Gulf Marine and crewed by mem­ bers of the SIU, the Moku Pahu at 660 feet "hauls a lot of sugar," says Mullins. The sugar is taken to the California and Hawaii (C«&H) Sugar Company's processing plant in Crock­ ett, Calif., known as the largest cane sugar refinery in the U.S. Each day the Crockett refinery can pro­ cess nearly 7 million pounds of raw sugar into an array of refined sugar products. As a c(>operative owned by the sugar producers of Hawaii, C&H has been receiving Island sugar at Crockett and process­ ing it since 1906. Over that time, the vessels hauling Chief Steward John Pratt Is ready to prepare another that sugar have evolved from masted schooners to of his excellent meals the modern ITB Moku Pahu. aboard the Moku Pahu. The AB notes that in the 14,000 horsepower vessel's bridge, a seaman finds the figure of Kanaloa, one of the four great Hawaiian gods. In Hawaiian mythology, Kanaloa is the compan­ ion of Kane, a leading god responsible for cre­ ation and ancestor of chiefs and individuals. Kane and Kanaloa are often associated with water—including purifying salt-water, creating fish ponds, finding water, cauang sweet water to flow in certain places and forcing water to spring from rocks. Mdlins photographed Seafarers on the 37,110 deadweight ton vessel on one of its runs this summer. The SIU members pictured on this page brought sugar from Hawaii and sailed into Dayman Steve Dupre the bay area in San Francisco and "under the takes a break on deck. Golden Gate Bridge after seven beautiful Pacific summertime days," Mullins writes. Proving what a good feeder the Moku Pahii is, Mullins provided the Seafarers LOG with a sample of an average daily menu. The mouth­ watering selections provided testimony to Mullins' claim that the "Moku Pahu is a good feeder." After arriving in port, Mullins re^rted that the SIU's San Francisco representatives Nick Celona and Gei^ Moore held a union meeting with the Moku Pahu's crewmembers. ABOVE The Moku Pahu ties up in Crockett, Calif. One of her cranes alone is capa­ ble of hauling 2,500 pounds. NEAR LEFT AB Bill Mullins stands wheel watch. FAR LEFT The Moku Pahu sails under the watchful eye of Kanaloa, the Hawaiian god of the sea, who has a permanent place on the ship's bridge. res Food aboard the Moku Pahu Is good every day. But for the Independence Day holiday, it was even more memorable, as the menu shows. Chief Cook Henry Salles and his great meals are popular aboard ship. MUk LEFT The new garbage regulations are strictly enforced aboard the Moku Pahu, including the separation of plastic items from regular garbage. BELOW Chief Steward John Pratt is barely visible on the deck of the ITB. •- z; • "i, L. Robert Jackson is a day worker on the Moku Pahu. Payoff aboard the Moku Pahu brings smiles to the faces of, from the left. Patrolman Gentry Moore, AB Bill Mullins, Port Agent Nick Celona and Bosun Pete Loik. Bosun Pete Loik, left, and AB Greg Hamilton enjoy the beautiful summer day aboard ship. AB Bill Mullins, left, and QMED Bo Francisco were part of the crew to help bring sugar from Hawaii to San Francisco. . •; • " -t X �•'V-r SEFTEMBERim Seafarers Seek Tariff Relief for Devastated Tuna Industry • The Seafarers International Union of North America and some of its affiliated unions are seeking relief from a bizarre historical ac­ cident that has caused the loss of 16,000 jobs in the American tunacanning industry during the 1980s. Representatives from the SIU's affiliates United Industrial Workers (UIW) and the Fishermen's Union of America (FUA) testified last month at Washington hearings on the state of the tuna industry conducted by the International Trade Commis­ sion (ITC). The union is seeking an equalization of tariff rates for imported water-packed as com­ pared with oil-packed canned tuna. The UIW represents tuna can­ nery makers in California and the FUA's membership'includes com­ mercial tuna fishermen. A tariff of 35 percent is assessed on oil-packed tuna while the effec­ tive rate on water-packed tuna is 10.4 percent. The difference was created during World War II when the United States signed an agree­ ment with Iceland to charge a lower tariff on that nation's waterpacked fish in order to create a new market while Europe was shut off by war. Several Asian and Pacific na­ tions—such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan and Thailandhave exploited this loophole to grab an increasing share of the American tuna market. The' American tuna industry was not affected by the difference until the late 1970s when U.S. consumers began buying water-packed tuna for health and other reasons. At that time, more than 16,500 people were employed in California tuna canneries like StarKist, Van Camp and Pan Pacific. : Plants Move Out During the 1980s, the plants began moving to such low-wage areas as Puerto Rico and American Samoa. Even today, Puerto Rico is feeling the pressure as it has lost two of its five canneries. After all the closings and layoffs, only Pan Pacific remains in California. It now has 526 workers with some of them work­ Testifying at hearings on the domestic tuna industiy laid-off tuna cannery worker; Gloria Kraft, athird generaconducted by the International Trade Commission in tion cannery worker; Margaret Marques, a cannery Washington, D.G. are (left to right) Terry Hoinsky, head worker from 1977 to 1984; Marshall Murphy, a UIW shop of the Fishermen's Union of America; Carolina Patt, a steward, and Steve Edney, UIW national director. ing reduced hours. Many of the laid off cannery workers have discovered how hard it is to find work after the age of 40. "I know people that after their unemployment ran out, unable to find work and with no family to help are today among the home­ less," Marshall Murphy, a UIW shop steward at Pan Pacific where he has worked since 1973, told the ITC. "Some of these people had been working at Pan Pacific 10 years and more." Gloria Kraft, a third generation cannery worker, said herfamily felt the canneries were a way of life. "With the closings and layoffs, my friends who once had proud work in the plants are now in very dif­ ficult situations." Kraft started at Pan Pacific in 1947. Steve Edney, UIW national director, noted, "The (tuna can­ ning) industry has been a stepping stone into the middle class for many who otherwise wouldn't have made it." Carolina Patt worked at StarKist and Pan Pacific for 18 years before being laid off. She told the ITC it was difficult for her to understand how things had gotten so bad. "I had always thought I would be at Pan Pacific all my life." Tuna Boat Jobs Lost Terry Hoinsky, head of the Fishermen's Union of America, said the plant closings also had decimated the U.S.- flag tuna fleet resultingin the loss of thousands of UarM OKs Lykes ODS Move} SlU to The SIU is considering a number of additional steps in protest of the Maritime Administration approval of a subsidy transfer from Lykes Brothers to First American Bulk Carriers (FABC), a two-ship com­ pany that has never received gov­ ernment monies for its operation prior to this arrangement. The transfer of Lykes operating differential subsidy (ODS) to FABC, a company owned by the pension trust fund of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association, represents a radical departure from the government's policy of not granting subsidies to shipping com­ panies that are not currently en­ rolled in the program , the SIU's president, Michael Sacco, said in a formal objection to MarAd. Calling the Lykes request for the transfer of taxpayer monies to another company "the vaguest and ! • • "'7- - '!^7" 7 "7 flimsiest application for subsidy ever received by MarAd." Sacco urged the agency to reject the time charter proposal or hold a full hear­ ing on the matter. > The deal originally was an­ nounced in the Federal Register earlier in the summer by the Maritime Administration, which solicited comments on the subsidy transfer plan. In addition to meet­ ing with objections from the SIU, the proposal was opposed by the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM?) and Sea-Land Service as well as Farrell Lines. In late August, when MarAd is­ sued a decision to allow the subsidy transfer, the SIU and MM? imme­ diately asked the transportation Department Secretary to overturn the ruling. fishing jobs. "Hundreds of shore jobs in the boat supply and repair industries have also been lost," she added. Margaret Marques summed up the feelings of all those testifying when she told the commissioii, "It seems to me so crazy that the U.S. and California would let all this go down the drain. The canneries gave many people like myself a chance to make something of ourselves, a chance to make a decent living, pay our taxes, save a little and prepare for the future." Marques worked in the industry from 1977 to 1984. The ITC will make a report to the congressional tax and finance committees in early December. Al­ though the ITC will not make any recommendations, the agency's report could spur congressional ac­ tion. The SIU plans to seek legisla­ tion mandating a higher tariff on water packed tuna. World's Seafaring Unions Seek Better Pay for Runaway-Flag Crews At a meeting of the world congress of the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF), over 800 delegates—including representatives of the SIU—from more than 400 unions pushed for programs that will increase wages and better working conditions for seamen on runaway-flag vessels. The federation of transportation and seafaring unions, meeting in Italy last month, also called for strengthening collective bargaining agreements with shipowners operating under so-called second registers, the runaway-flag outfits established by traditional maritime powers. Close to 5,000 "Phantom Ships" Found in Panamanian Registry The Panamanian registry, a haven for runaway-flag operators, estimates the real number of ships in its group at around 6,500, instead of the 11,661 that have been officially appearing in the nation's public records. According to the register's director, many vessels that had been scrapped or transferred to other flags had not been removed over the years. The latest news on the flag-of-convenience register follows reports earlier this year that the Panamanian consular offices administering the program have been riddled with widespread corruption. Fiiipino Seamen Get $43 Million From Company that Cooked its Books Responding to a charge by the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) that a Japanese company was keeping two sets of books concerning crew wages, a federal court in Seattle awarded 21 Filipino crewmembers aboard the Vanuatu-flagged Pine Forest with back pay and other compen­ sation amounting to close to $43 million. In court documents, the federation of transport unions said Inui Steamship Company, a subsidiary of the giant Mitsui OSK Lines, was paying its crew an average of $276 per month instead of the ITF rate which is over double that amount. The dry bulk carrier's double bookkeeping tactic allowed for an ITF rate in the ship's articles and one set of financial records, while maintaining another sheet with wage rates agreed to by a Filipino manning agency. The company appealed the decision last month. Barge Buckles and Spews Oil Into Houston Ship Channel Heavy fuel oil poured from a two-foot fracture where a 300-foot tank barge buckled during a tankering operation last month. According to news reports, the deck folded and the barge cracked down the middle when employees of the tankering service loaded the middle two of four tanks on the barge owned by the non-union Ingram Barge Company. One Coast Guard commander placed the blame on human error, explaining that the tankermen had put too much weight in the two center tanks. The barge, which carried 630,000 gallons of oil was believed to have spilled between 20,000 to 60,000 in the Houston ship channel. "••'r �• 'V . • " 'Sl:-; •,1, 1 •.-.Y ' : ''• •' V: '••;»,• i r'v:''" . ^v'-'-'r >.\ ' - -• •- » '• •• •* v v... ..,\ •• _ •• .* •y.S \,.'•'•/ _- . ,-; ••• "••'V''''*'''''^ fvAv .•-','••.%*'( -i ,V-"-'^.' •Vv -'-V'-''''--^''"< ^•'.•:• -Vrv'^ \ ••-{'-•? '?• iij-' j v'i.-^> "i •'- •/'. f ---rli, >••»,"!•':'' '; ,*'.'> .".• •••• i.'.'v v **_''' -j''--s-»'••».•, v A' , ••; V V '-/.A'-.' V . •.•I' ,.•. ^# ,.,,,• v..•- •''•'S?,---." -;Af . . -I = -^J.. ..-.• •-.^••.;v./: • . •, ..'lA-: •-'••-•-••• • . '.-• •-•• •-';••• (•••/ •- •i" ••• ," . 1 . 1- •; .• , > > ' ' » ^ 1 ^ V 1 ' • '. 1 '. " '' '• sEMMmm ;• •' . . ne of the crewmembeirs working aboard the St. Clair is struck by the differences between sailing on a deep sea ship and on a laker. QMED Bill Coriel noticed that the problem of maintaining the Lakes vessel was different from ocean-going ships. "Salt water is everywhere on deep sea ships," Coriel noted. "You always have to fight rust I couldn't believe the change when I got here. You have to watch out for it but not in the same way." Coriel also found that the St Clair, a 770-foot self-unloader operated by American Steamslidp Company, ridesa great deal smoother than some of the deep sea ships. "At sea, there are waves that bounce you around." He noted that aside from intense wave activity in a storm or late in the sailing season around November, the Great Lakes jrovided a smooth run. "The ships here rock like a train," le noted after having used railroad transportation to get to the St. Clair from his home in Seattle. "Even the noise is the same because the ships use diesel train engines." The QMED began sailing on lakers during the '80safter a stint with the SIUNA-affiliated Sailors Union of the Pacific. During his SUP days, Coriel sailed out of the port of New Orleans starting in 1972. The black gang member had been working relief jobs on several lakers l^fore this season when he began sailing on the St. Clair, which carries 37,000 tons of coal from Superior, Wis. to St. Clair, Mich, for Detroit Edison, a local power company. A fellow St. Clair crewmember travels to the Vessel from his farm in South Carolina. QMED Edward Elder works his land during the winter and his wife and family take care of it while he sails throughout the Great Lakes shipping season. Elder was persuaded to sail by his brother Clarence, who had been shipping since 1956. Edward Elder said he had been an industrial electrician before signing on as a wiper 15 years ago. Elder hasshipped on the St. Clair since 1985. A reporter from the Seafarers LOG found that St. Clair crewmembers were generally happy with their ship.They told the LOG staff member that they enjoy working to­ gether. St. Clair O Crewmember Compares i Deep Sea to Lakes Experience •Is: Duluth Port Employee Delores Cheslak talks with QMED Bill Coriel during lunch on the ASC ship. •iV QMED Edward Elder studies where repairs are needed on the St. Clair's air-conditioning unit. r ••-•«•: yv." " • v.- i i - 'AU QMED BIJ Coriel wrestles with an air condltfoning part to get It in place. Deckhand Mark Storer brings supplies inside. Tbe posters behind Storer show the ASC's commitment to safety. �• -A ;v'- y'"^ .• ' \ -y//-t,,-•••'••• \. •'• SEFTEMBERim JS New Garbage Regulations Take Effect '"M All Oceans, Seas and Inland Waters except SPECIAL AREAS SPECIAL AREAS Mediterranean, Baltic, Red and Black Seas and Persian Gulf Areas Plastics - includes synthetic ropes and fishing nets and plasticbags Disposal prohibited Disposal prohibited Floating dunnage, iining and packing materials Disposal prohibited less than 25 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited Paper, rags, glass, metal bottles, crockeryand similar Disposal prohibited iessthan 12 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited Paper, rags, glass,eta comminuted or ground Disposal prohibited lessthan 3 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited Food waste not comminuted or ground Disposal prohibited Iessthan 12 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited less than 12 miles from near­ est land Food waste comminuted or ground Disposal prohibited less than 3 miles from nearest land Disposal prohibited less than 12 miles from near­ est land Mixed refuse types When garbage is m'lxed with other harmful substances having different disposal or discharge requirements,the more stringent disposalrequirements shallapply. GARBAGE TYPE rx>:in. •\]r. J.l-'' • KHtw IT mm mm, N«*f Plastic Dumping Banned Within three miles of shore and on all U.S. lakes, rivers, bays and sounds, it is illegal to dump plastic. A«AIMST THE • -•( USCG Defines "Garbage" The Coast Guard defines gar­ bage as paper, rags, glass, metal, crockery and other items generated in living spaces aboard the vessel normally regarded as trash. Dish­ water is defined as material used to block and brace cargo and is con­ sidered a cargo-generated waste. Dishwater is considered the liq­ uid residue from manual or auto­ matic washing of dishes and cooking utensils which have been pre-cleaned so that any food parti­ cles adhering to them would not interfere with the operation of an automatic dishwasher. Finally, greywater means drain­ age from a dishwasher, shower, laundry, bath and washbasin, but does not include drainage from toi­ lets, urinals, hospitals and cargo spaces. Depending on the size of the vessel, the Coast Guard requires one or more placards atinoimcing the garbage regulations to be af­ fixed onboard. They must be placed in sueh locatiotis that crew and passengers can see and read them. International Program The United States is a party to an international agreement, known as MARPOL 73/78, that was orig­ inally establish^ to cut back and eliminate sea and ocean pollution. . I'f '1 • . . • 't 'J'M ' .' • •' ' \'r • ^ ' ' '-if' dunnage, lining and packing mate­ rials that float and any garbage ex­ cept dishwater, greywater and fresh fish parts. From three to 12 miles offshore, the USCG forbids dumping of plastic, dunnage, lining and pack­ ing materials that float and any gar­ bage not ground to less than one square inch. From 12 to 25 miles, the Coast Guard bans dumping plastic, dun­ nage and lining and packing mate­ rials that float. When more than 25 miles from shore, only plastic is banned. Penalties for Law-Breakers Anyone found guilty of violat­ ing these regulations may be liable for a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 for each violation. Also, criminal penalties not to exceed $50,000 and/or imprisonment up to five years may be imposed. The Coast Guard has announced it will enforce the rules through on-the-spot inspections, letters of warning, assessment of civil penal­ ties and denial of entry to ports and terminals without adequate recep­ tion facilities. The USCG stat^ some of the following factors will serve as evidence of compliance: presence of equipment to treat ship-generated garbage, adherence to a written waste management plan, absence of plastics, educa­ tional programs to . train crewmembers of garbage handling procedures and separate space for garbage. : - ''•i;^- . . ,4 All U.S.-flag vessels used for commercial or pleasure purposes now must follow United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations concerning the disposal of gar­ bage. The rules, announced a year ago, became permanent this sum­ mer. They cover all vessels greater than 26 feet in length as well as fixed or floating platforms. The Coast Guard has adopted the new garbage policy to curb the growing ocean pollution problem world­ wide. Refuse, especially plastics, can kill fish and marine wildlife as well as foul water intakes and ship propellers. The regulations govern what caimot be thrown overboard by distances from shore. The one item that is strictly forbidden to go over the side at any time is plastic. The term "plastic" includes, but is not limited to, plastic bags, styrofoam, cups and lids, six-pack holders, bottles, caps, buckets, shoes, milk jugs, egg cartons, stirrers, straws, synthetic fishing nets, ropes, lines and bio- or photo-degr^dable plas­ tics. ' '-'i •— ;1• • , !i - • i si' '•'f • -;i • Vr •.••J .n • •' A*-? 1?^'^ .> -•> v., -• 1 f.' SV';' 'li'i �•^/\ -• MV>v^<vf':^ri:^vVrV;v y'/<.W 4-'i;^:;.:^'ir;< •-p " 10 ' •, i--:i' ' The Iraq invasion of Kuwait SaFARiRS ItiG USNS Capella, Fast Sealift Ship, Ends First Guif Trip Continued from page 4 p. .-"'•'^••f when the outdoor temperature soared to 120. Not to be outdone was the black gang. Fireman-Watertender Jef­ frey Gelin reported the engine room was as hot and humid as summer­ time in his home port of Houston. "The sea water temperature was 85 degrees," Gelin recalled. All the members announced they were restricted to the ship and a 1,000-foot dock when they got to Saudi Arabia. Shappo said he and his friend from Jacksonville, AB John Holland, got to talk with some members from the USNS Altair when both ships were docked in Saudi Arabia. They said fellow SIU members reported no major problems on the Altair. Steward Department If there could have been a major problenl aboard the Capella, it would have been a lack of stores. "We made do with what we had," Davis said. "We were called up quickly and couldn't get all we needed before being sent off. We'll take care of that while we're here." "Make do?!" shouted AB Ron Mena from the port of New York. "This was the best steward de­ partment I've ever seen!" Other crewmembers chimed in to heap praise on Davis and the whole galley gang. Even steward de­ partment members said Davis did a fantastic job with what he had. The Capella lived up to its name as a fast sealift vessel. Crewmem- - Escorted by SlU-crewed G&H tugboats, the USNS Capella makes its way to the LaPorte, Texas dock after a four-week run to Saudi Arabia. bers reported the supply ship reached a speed of 33 knots at one time. The vessel cruised to the Middle East averaging 30 knots. In fact, a Navy escort frigate asked the Capella to slow down because it could not keep up with the supply ship. When the Capella did so, the Military Sealift Command ordered the vessel to full speed and said another escort would be sent from Europe. The vessel reached Saudi Ara­ bia in two weeks, unloaded in 48 hours and took another two weeks to make Galveston Bay. The crew knew they had 48 hours in the Houston area and wanted to make the most of it. AB Robert Adams said he wanted to go to "a KMart, Walmart, someplace where I can get some supplies." Adams was home in Jackson­ ville for one-and-a-half weeks af­ ter upgrading at Piney Point when he got the call to help crew the Capella. His son, Robert Adams Jr., had graduated from the trainee program at the Lundeberg School while his father was studying there. "He got sent to Diego Garcia Wiper Terry "Ruffy" Hiii enters the ship's house after getting caught in a Houston downpour. to serve on the (Cpl. Louis J.) Hauge (a propositioning naval supply ship)," Adams said about his namesake. "He was worried about life being boring there. Then this came up. He even beat me to Saudi Arabia and got closer to Kuwait than I did." AB Joe Conlin takes care of some paperwork before he hits the town. AB John Holland reflects on the Capella's first voyage to the Per­ sian Gulf. The steaks are aimost ready under the watchful eye of Third Cook Gary Lackey. t , .3' Patroimah Joe Perez (left) assists Fireman Daniel Powers with the paperwork involved in a welfare claim. Steward Assistant Isaac Newsome takes care of the dinner dishes aboard the Capella. * •' '4 Chief Cook Robert Miller prepares the serving fine in the gaiiey. I Ir - 1:^? SiSiSiSMifli Ordinary Seaman Darren Henderson (left) talks with Bosun Michael Shappo whiie Chief Cook Miguei Vinca passes behind them on his way to the gaiiey. Steward Assistant Caivin Williams deans the messroom foilowing dinner aboard the Capeiia. •Sr^i Irr ,' •'-J. ' t: 'i/-,--'v, I JV*"' - «m SiMr As Chief Steward Herbert Davis (standing) listens, Houston Patroiman Jim McGee holds a union meeting during the ship's docking �.• •.'•• •'.•;• V"' • ' -f " r '''>• \ •'••> '•< v, , -i •> ^ r.y •;»-.< •; y • • y, y i i, ^ iv ? . f < v c'-f-v, • >• r ;-, ; sinmBiRim LEFT Taking part in the firefighting and safety training aboard the Mississippi Queen are, from the left; Captain Lawrence Keeton, Rob McClemore, Robert Pou, Addison Jase, Lionel Weber, SlU instructor Byran Cummings and Marvin Joy. .• ABOVE Members gather around SlU instructor John Smith for a demonstration of fire and safety equipment, They are, from the left: Woody Brown, porter; Kirk Beverung, deckhand; Tim Stockstill, deckhand; Smith; Mike Williams, mate; Willie Allen, deckhand; Dan Bryant, carpenter; Ed Smith, deckhand; Mike Ward, deckhand, and Jeff Kettner, deckhand. BELOW SlU instructor Byran Cummings gives a firefighting demonstration to the Mississippi Queen crew. BELOW Woody Brown, por­ ter, does just what SlU instruc­ tor John Smith tells him to do to safely extinguish a fire on the Delta Queen. Crews Praise Lundeherglnstractors For Their Work on Mississippi Riverhoats The crew and the officers of two Mississippi River paddlewheelers were so impressed with the training they received last month from Sea­ farers Harry Limdeberg School of Seamanship instructors that they have asked for a return visit. Byran Cummings and John Smith spent a week on two SIUcrewed riverhoats to provide in­ struction in firefighting, first aid and damage control techniques. Cummings worked with Captain William Lawrence Keeton on the Mississippi Queen, while Smith held classes on the older Delta Queen. "The courses aboard each boat were nothing short of an incredible success," wrote David W. Kish, vice president of administration at Delta Queen Steamboat Co., in a letter to SIU Executive Vice Presi­ dent Joseph SaCco. "Everyone is literally raving about them! . . . Both men proved to be excellent instructors who knew their mate­ rial, and more importantly, pre­ sented it in such a way that it stirred a great deal of interest in the crew. They went above and beyond by offering classes from early morn­ ing until well after midnight." "We were really impressed with him [Cummings] and his pro­ gram," said Keeton, a member of District 2-MEBA who has been sailing 56 years. "He was more than book-learning. He had so much practical experience. I already have ordered stuff to be put into effect that he recommended." Both Cummings and Smith noted this was the first time either of them had been on a riverboaL Both men toured their vessels upon boarding to get an idea of what needed to be addressed and how it could be handled. Both met with the officers and crews to talk about what procedures should be empha­ sized in the cram course. They re­ ported those working onboard could not have been more helpful in allowing the instructors to explore and smdy the vessels. "These steamboats are a com­ pletely different breed," said Smith. "There aie, from the vessels we normally work on, a lot of dif­ ferent challenges that could be faced onboard. The crews deal very closely with the public." Because of the work schedule on the boats, classes had to be sched­ uled when crewmembers were off duty. This meant classes started around 8 a.m. and did not stop some evenings until close to 3 a.m. "We didn't get much sleep, but it was well worth it," Cummings noted. The Delta Queen Steamboat Company had asked Piney Point for onboard firefighting and safety instruction because many of the crew are unable to attend classes at the Lundeberg School. The teach­ ers had planned to hold classes on basic and advanced firefighting, but the agenda was expanded al­ most as soon as they got onboard. Cummings said both men cov­ ered drug awareness, first aid and CPR, rescue operations as well as firefighting. "We had to turn away crewmembers because we ran out of time," he said. On both boats, the instructors saw passengers enter the class­ rooms and listen. "They would come by at dinner and tell us how imprest they were that the com­ pany provided training for their crews," Cummings recalled. One middle-aged female pas­ senger who was watching the fire­ hose training on the shore at Vicksburg, Miss, asked Cummings if she could hold the hose. "She told me she always wanted to do it but was afraid to ask at a firehouse. So we got some crewmembers to hold the hose behind her and told her to turn it on. She was so excited that she came by at dinner that night to thank me again." During Ws voyage on the Missis­ sippi Queen, Cummings had to demonstrate his first aid knowledge on a passenger who was having a heart attack. "I saw the mate come through the dining room. Then the maitre d' came over and asked if I could go to a certain room. The captain turned the boat around, back to Baton Rouge and I stayed with the passenger and the mate until the paramedics came aboard at the shore." Both Cummings and Smith have years of experience as firefighters and parame^cs. Kish said everything he has heard about the training has been positive. "Our people got a great deal out of it," he said. "They can't stop talking about it.. We want to do more in the future. Our hope is to provide instruction on each ves­ sel three times a year to cover fire­ fighting, safety and CPR and damage control. We hope we can work something out." Getting first-hand instruction aboard the Delta Queen from SIU instructor John Smith (far right) on fighting a fire on deck are, clockwise: Woody Brown, porter; Jeff Kettner, deckhand; Ed Smith, deckhand; Taduesz Kornecki, Jr. engineer; Mike Ward, deckhand;. Dan Bryant, carpenter; Kirk Beverung, deckhand (with hose), and Willie Allen, deckhand (with nozzle). the left: Lionel Weber, Addison Jase, Rob­ ert Pou, Marvin Joy and Robert McC­ lemore. LEFT While stopped in Vicksburg, Miss., Mississippi Queen crewmembers get a few more pointers from the instructor. From the left are Lionel Weber, Addison Jase, Robert Pou, Marvin Joy, Paul Thoeny, SIU instructor Byran Cummings and Bill Frietas. SIU instructor ByrariCummings demonstrates to Mississippi Queen crewmembers a quick way to stop the flow of water through a fire hose. Fellow crewmembers take note while Deckhand Tim Stockstill learns the proper techniques to snuff out a shipboard fire. "* ..'•i' •' -'-U ' •M- �-iV'" • "i?''''' • . • •f i 'i.i/.-' i '» VI" f -''.f •- ^V '• > ' '• ' • • ••': t:"k V ' ' ' '•• ' ^ '• V • ' ' • . •'> ' */•* • /'• , , ^ "• V ' ' '' ' '' SEAFAROtS LOG ;v> 12 •5f v.; -*• ytv-'t-' 4!'- Collision at Sea Ciaims Lives of 3 SIU Fishermen USCG Continues Accident Investigation '•'•i . v> f: i->'' M : Aderito Ribau Antonio Fernandes The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is continuing its investi­ gation into a collision between an SlU-contracted fishing vessel and a Greek-registered freighter that claimed the lives of three SIU fishermen. Engineer Aderito Ribau, 56, Deckhand Antonio Fernandes, 48, and Cook Carlos DaCosta, 50, were lost at sea when the New En­ gland was struck at 1:25 a.m., Au­ gust 28 approximately 40 miles southeast of Nantucket, Mass. The three members were asleep when the 591-foot Eurojoy rammed the port side of the 73-fbot New En­ gland in a heavy fog. Captain and owner Manuel O. Vieira, 43, and Mate Domingo Boia, 44, were rescued by the Eu­ rojoy an hour after the accident. According to news reports, the two were at the wheelhouse when the collision occurred. The pair told USCG investigators they were thrown to the starboard side, then the boat rolled and capsized as the, freighter proceeded over it. The boat sank in a matter of seconds. Two Men Live Vieira and Boia managed to free themselves from underneath the water and the wreckage; then cling for an hour to a floating propane gas tank bobbing on the surface. The Eurojoy circled back after the collision and dropped a life raft to rescue the men. A Coast Guard spokesman said it was a miracle the freighter found the survivors because of the fog. He also noted the two were lucky not to have been sucked under by the cufrent. A USCG helicopter took the pair from the Eurojoy to land. Vieira suffered cuts and bruises as well as a severely bruised hip. He was kept overnight in a hospital for observation because he had swal­ lowed a large amount of water. Boia was treated for a broken heel and shock and was released from a hospital that night. ^ \v : {hy." .L \ of the USCG hearings, the New England had set sail from its home port of New Bedford, Mass. at 3:30 p.m. the day before. The fishing boat began trawling for yellowtail flounder in the heavy fog about two hours before the accident. Vieira noted he picked up the freighter on radar when it was ap­ proximately three miles away. The captain said he tried to radio the Greek ship on two different channels, but to no avail. As the Eurojoy was bearing down on the New England, Vieira blew several warning blasts with the boat's horn which woke up Boia. Vieira tried to maneuver the fishing boat but was hampered by the trailing net. As Boia reached the wheelhouse, the freighter struck. According to the Coast Guard, the collision happened in the oneand-a quarter-mile separation zone between the inbound and outbound channels of the Boston Harbor shipping lane. The USCG had not yet determined if the Eurojoy was travelling too fast for conditions and if its fog-horn was working. The Greek freighter was sailing to Norfolk, Va. after delivering a load of salt to Boston. It is owned by Carson International Maritime and operated by Aegeus Shipping SA, both of Piraeus, Greece. Community Mourns New Bedford Port Agent Henri Francois said the accident was felt very deeply by everybody in­ volved in the fishing industry. Like most of the members in New Bed­ ford, all three were bom in Por­ tugal, Francois noted. "These three fishermen were good union brothers," Francois added. "One of the crewmembers, Antonio Femandes, was a union member for more than 20 years." Ribau was survived by his wife, Olinda. Femandes left behind his wife. Rose. DaCosta's wife, Lucila, survived him. A memorial Mass was held Monday, September 3 at Mt. Carmel Church in New Bedford and was attended by friends, family and the fishing community. Fran­ cois represented the Seafarers Intemational Union at the solemn event and sent condolence cards on behalf of the union to the families of the three fishermen lost at sea. USCG Still on Case The USCG still was taking tes­ timony at press time in its investi­ gation of the accident. The Coast Guard had not determined fault for the accident but a USCG spokes­ man stated the testimony appeared to show violations on the part of both vessels. According to published reports y / f .... ,• Carlos DaCosta •' Economic Price Adjustments For 1989 Due Some Members Any crewmember who sailed in 1989 aboard any of the following named vessels is due an economic price adjustment. Waterman Ships Sgt. Matej Kocak Pfc. Eugene Obregon Maj. Stephen W. Pless Maersk Ships Pfc. William Baugh Cpl. Louis J. Hauge Pfc. James Anderson 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman Pvt. Harry Fisher Please submit copies of dischar­ ges and/or pay vouchers to the union's headquarters. Also in­ clude up-to-date mailing address ' and social security number in any correspondence. Direct informa­ tion to SIU Contract Department; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Author Seeks Information On WWIFs Operation FB The SIU has been contacted by Harry C. Hutson concerning a book he is writing on the ships that were sent without escort to North Russia during WWII. The author wishes to hear from any individual who was a crewmember during those runs on the Richard H. Alvey, Hugh Williamson, John Walker, John H.B. Latrobe and William Clark. The events that Hutson covers took place in late October or late November of 1942. Because of heavy losses to the North Russia convoys PQ-17 and PQ-18, it was agreed by President Roosevelt and Winston Churchill to suspend fur­ ther convoys to Russia for three months, says Hutson. It was decided to send a number of ships to North Russia, sailing inde­ pendently and without escort. The ships were assembled in Iceland and sailed at approximately 200 mile intervals. Of the 13 vessels that participated in this operation, five were American Liberty ships, seven British and one was Russian. The author has interviewed crewmembers of the British and Russian vessels and now desires to expand his research by talking with American seafarers who sailed on these vessels during the war, par­ ticularly if they were aboard during Operation FB. Harry C. Hutson, a retired radio officer from the Brit­ ish commercial fleet, can be reached at the following address: 90, Bradford Avenue; Cleethorpes; South Humberside, DN35 > OBH; England. WWII Tugboat Veterans Sought by New Group Last year the National Associa­ tion of Fleet Tug Sailors was formed to bring together men and women who have served on the tugboats of the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard. The organization had its first official reunion this month in Orlando, Fla. Those interested in joining the group should contact Bob Yates; 762 Mendocino Avenue, #15; Santa Rosa, Califor­ nia 95401 or call (707)523-4415. Candidate Info Available Through DOD Voting Program American citizens sailing in the U.S. merchant marine can par­ ticipate in the Department of Defense Voting Assistance Pro­ gram. The DOD office operates a voting information center 24hours-a-day. By calling (202)693-6500, an individual can hear recorded mes­ sages from most of the candidates running for federal office. In addi­ tion, information is available on how to register to vote and file an absentee ballot. Tug Added to SlU-Crewed Marltrans Fleet An 11,000 horsepower twin engine tug and a double hull barge joined the Maritrans fleet of petroleum-transport equipment. The tug, MT Constitu­ tion, and the barge. Ocean 400, were christened last month at a dock-side ceremony in Philadelphia. • . •: ... .4 /' �• -VA ,4:s-v: '.v-'-' i y'•'• • ''-i.'-> V 'r.:'' • ' f-:"y r f.i;; • .V t f-( '/ff'r'•'•/->.'« ".?;'M v'i'i,V;' 7 •' ' • > > SiPriMBiR 1990 Sen, Heflin Tells Retirees: 'Jones Act Vital to U.S. * The Jones Act is part of the glue that keeps the American maritime industry together, Alabama's senior senator told a group of SIU pensioners during their annual summer barbecue at the Mobile union hall. Howell Heflin, who voted against attempts to weaken the nation's cargo preference laws during a recent debate on the 1990 farm bill, noted that the United States must have a strong merchant marine to meet its defense strategies. Senator Heflin, who was first elected from the state of Alabama to the federal officd in 1978, also spoke on the quality of life for the state's senior citizens. Heflin, who was a trial lawyer in Tuscumbia and then a chief justice of the state's Supreme Court before run­ ning for the Senate, urged the retirees to remain politically ac­ tive. "We must all work together for a good future," he said. Steve Windom, a candidate for Alabama's senate district 35, also dropped by the barbecue, introduc­ ing his two sons to the Seafarers. The event, which drew SIU pen­ sioners from around the area, gave many of the Seafarers and their wives an opportunity to demonstrate their culinary skills. Alicia Sanders, who works for the union in the Mobile hall, said the retired members "cooked the food to perfection." She reports that the day's menu consisted of barbecued ribs and chicken, potato salad, baked beans, rice, cole slaw and rolls. Desserts came in all shapes "Whitey" Clark, George Pierre, Joe Crawford and Red Harrison get a chance to reminisce with other retirees. Retiree Red House and his wife build up an appetite for the barbecue. Mr. and Mrs. Bradley enjoy being with old friends at the SIU retirees' event. Senator Howell Heflin speaks to the wife of a retired seafarer. SIU pensioners help with the prepara­ tion for the barbecue. and flavors- -from cakes to pies to tarts. Throughout the day, SIU pen­ sioners and their families used the occasion to catch up with each other, exchange sea stories and dis­ cuss local politics. Florence Penny Retires; Spent 33 Years with SIU Clinic Florence Penny, business ad­ ministrator of the Seafarers Brook­ lyn clinic, retired last month after 33 years of service to SIU mem­ bers and their families. "She was the cog in the wheel that made everything happen," said Dr. Joseph A. San Filippo,. national director of the Seafarers Medical Department. Responsible for running the Brooklyn clinic and overseeing the tremendous flow of paperwork, she started working for the SIU right after her high school gradua­ tion. Known to everyone as "Miss Penny," she became a familiar and comforting presence to thousands of Seafarers and their families. "I think the best thing about working for the SIU was getting to know the membership," she said. "In later years, it was a thrill to ship out seamen who I had first met when they were two or three weeks old." When she started working for the SIU in 1957, the union was in the process of opening a nation­ wide system of clinics. It had just hired Dr. Joseph Logue, a retired admiral, to head the new depart­ ment. As one of her first duties, she helped Dr. Logue organize the Bevelon Loche, left, and Henry Koppersmith enjoy the beautiful Mobile, Ala. barbecue weather. Florence Penny was honored at a retirement dinner at Rossini's res­ taurant in Brooklyn, N.Y. With her is her good friend of many years, Joe Logue, son of the late Dr. Joseph Logue, the first head of the Seafarers Medical department. opening of the Pete Larsen Memorial Clinic in Brooklyn, N.Y. "It was quite a ceremony," she said. "Sen. Warren Magnuson IDWash.) gave the keynote address." Starting out as a receptionist, she soon became an indispensable, allpurpose aid to Dr. Logue. Dressed Continued on page 17 AIDS Study Group Proffers A Plan for Education The Seafarers AIDS Forum for Education (SAra), a joint labormanagement committee made up of shipowners and union repre­ sentatives, has finished its Ad­ visory Proposals concerning the issue of AIDS and its effects in the maritime workplace. The committee's work was coordinated by Liz Reisman, who has a Doctorate in Nursing Science and is a'member of the St. Mary's County (Md.) AIDS Task Force. Reisman also heads SAFE's AIDS education program at the Lundeberg School. The forum, which has held a series of meetings since September 1988, researched the latest epidemiological, medical and legal aspects of the disease. AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, which is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The HIV virus lives in an infected person's body slowly at­ tacking the person's immune sys­ tem, the body's defense mechanism. The immune system's job is to protect the body from dis­ ease. In time the immune system becomes damaged and serious ill­ nesses occur. There is no cure for the virus although new drugs are available to better treat those in­ fected. The SAFE Advisory Proposals have three main components: education, employment practices and safety. Education is the most effective way to stop the spread of the AIDS/HIV virus. TTie proposals note there is a great deal of incor­ rect information about how the virus is spread. The virus is not spread through casual, everyday contact at work, home, school, stores, restaurants or other public places. It cannot be transmitted by mosquitoes or other insects, through hugging or shaking hands or from telephones, toilet seats or clothing. The Advisory Proposals sug­ gest seafarers infected with the virus or perceived to be infected are entitled to certain job protec­ tions. A seafarer generally has the right to gain and maintain employ­ ment without discrimination as long as he or she is fit for duty, holds a current clinic card and does not pose a legitimate threat to the health and safety of the crew or the public. The health and safety proposals note the AIDS/HIV virus cannot be spread by casual contact in the workplace. The virus can be spread through unprotected sexual con­ tact, intravenous drug use, babies being bom to infected mothers and, in some instances, getting infected blood or other infected bodily fluids into the bloodstream through mucus membranes, skin openings or punctures. Aboard ship, there are simple precautions seafarers can take to avoid HIV infection. Among these are wearing latex or vinyl gloves when cleaning another person's blood, avoid being stabbed by a needle or other sharp object that may be contaminated by blood or other potentially infectious body fluids and thoroughly washing any area of skin immediately after con­ tact with blood or other potentially infectious body fluids. SAFE has begun distributing the.Advisory Proposals. Any other individuals or groups with ques­ tions conceming the proposals can contact SAFE Counsel Deborah Kleinberg at SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. :• • M: M . J! •liiiiii �'• >s. •. ' •• - '• \ Vvj ••?; rt -J. •'"' - »vu <"..*. ^;,,,i^,-*.,> :{••. • '••v..v' ^-'v ' ' X .»-••..» •I ; * 'v 1- 1 .•!. 1» 's •,i.• <•••;'»:'• •••,• ', » . ' ^ >•.'. • .'A .'• !*••? N'- > :r^ J- >;,Vv s •^ i' - ' v;.j •i'i'i t ./ ,ii'ys'''i'. i f'i / r '« i' ,•'^ y •"•• ';. >.•>.> "'•• • --x- v > /..? .» J. , v ^ ^'.'f i .y * ' T v;.'r V•>-.•>'A-vv- "'l • f •» ;.y, .v yy :\-\ •• •' U' . . v, 7y:> ; » .1' .y..' •,»• 1'' *i v-.-^ \'' • •• •<•. r:>' ^ A: - •>,. V.VM' * "> >" ' : • ' ' • ':•' '\ ' »••' " y",. • '••• •' '•',' *' '"T *' •'••'•. "'• T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 25 members of the union this month. From this group, 19 sailed in the deep sea division, five shipped in­ land, and one each came from the At­ lantic fishermen and railroad marine sections. Brother Prince Baker of New Or­ leans is the oldest of the new pen­ sioners. After serving in the Navy during World War II, he signed on with the SIU in December 1945 to ship in the galley gang. He is 73 years old. Brother Walter Kilgore has been a member longer than any of the others retiring. He first signed on in February 1945 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other 23 Seafarers fol­ low: ' •••• yy-'ri-/ DEEP SEA ARTHUR B. AUSTIN, 67, joined the Seafarers in January 1966 in the port of San Francisco. The Honolulu native sailed in the engine department as a DEU. Brother Austin has retired to Federal Way, Wash. V- 'j; • fi-:: PRINCE BAKER, 73, joined the SIU in December 1945 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in Little Rock, Ark. and served in the Navy during 1942. Brother Baker shipped as a cook before retiring to New Orleans. ^iyji = ',.;• • Ik"'' CHARLES J. BRENNICK, 65, joined the union in October 1956 in the port of New York. A native of Massachusetts, he sailed most recent­ ly as a third engineer. Brother Brennick lives in Dunnellon, Fla. .,-:• •( -.• ROBERT D. BRIDGES, 62, joined the Seafarers in July 1951 in the port of Lake Charles, La. Bom in Savannah, Ga., he served in the Anhy from 1947 to 1950. Brother Bridges shipped in the steward department. He calls Temple, Texas home. .i.- Ikkv -f: t"'k W-:' 'Y , 'Y' •' ' ." . • i:>. '"•• YY Y Y. JOHN P. CHERMESINO,61, joined the SIU in April 1947 in the port of Boston. The Mas­ sachusetts native sailed in the deck department and upgraded to recer­ tified bosun in October 1979 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Chermesino resides in Boston. p.: f: - • CARLOS FIGUEROA, 64, joined the union in August 1958 at the port of New York. He was bom in Puerto Rico and shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Figueroa has retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. V t,-l ^ t i'l ••'•v',-- v ^ • •. J :i •. •! ' % . .•'•• i. • .•!. •, ... ••'»;! 'V SEAFARm LOG 14 •' vn; '; r ' f •< y ' vf (' r,? » r ; y *:x-i »'i-i ' '• ''''VI ' ' > ' i • f" I 'i .i;. • ..ki i •y'X : .1 '? To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a breif biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. JOSEPH PETRUSEWICZ, 48, joined the Seafarers in August 1955 in the port of Philadelphia. Bom in Massachusetts, he served in the Army from 1949 to 1950. Brother Petrusewicz sailed in the deck department. He resides in Quincy, Mass. CHADBOURNE W. GALT,65, joined the Seafarers in April 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of New Hampshire, he served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. Brother Gait sailed as an able bodied seaman be­ fore he retired to Sevierville, Texas. • FRED F. RASHID, 65, joined the SIU in July 1956 in the port of New York. The Mas­ sachusetts native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Rashid sailed as an able bodied seaman before he retired to Middleton,Mass. WALTER KILGORE, 65, joined the SIU in February 1945 in the port of Tampa, Fla. The Texas native shipped as a steward and cook. Brother Kilgore calls Houston home. STANLEY KRAWCZYNSKI, 65, joined the union in January 1952 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Heidel­ berg, Pa., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. The deck department veteran attended an educational conference in 1972, then upgraded to recertified bosun in 1974 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Krawczynski calls Orange City, Fla. home. RICHARD D. SCHAEFFER, 65, joined the union in March 1957 in the port of Seattle, Wash. Bom in West Palm Beach, Fla., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 and 1947 to 1948. He lost his right leg in Belgium in 1944. Brother Schaeffer shipped as a bosun and AB. His last vessel was the Sea-Land Explorer, He calls Casselberry, Fla. home. LOUIS D. MC­ DUFFIE, 43, graduated in June 1966 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in his native Mo­ bile, Ala. Brother McDuffie shipped as an able bodied seaman in both the deep sea and in­ land divisions. He resides in Hous­ ton. WILLIE J. SMITH JR., 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in June 1967 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. A native of Mobile, Ala., he sailed in the steward department. Brother Smith upgraded to recertified stew­ ard in December 1984 at the Lun­ deberg School. He lives in Los Angeles. RORYA. McLEOD, 71, joined the Seafarers in August 1962 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Biwabik, Minn., the able bodied seaman had been an 18-year member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific before coining aboard with the SlU. Brother McLeod lives in Nashville, Tenn. ROBERT TILLMAN, 50, graduated in Febmary 1964 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New Orleans. The Mis­ sissippi native served in the Army from 1959 to 1961. He upgraded to able bodied seaman in 1968 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Tillman has retired to Saucier, Miss. CATALINO MARRERO, 65, joined the SIU in July 1959 in the port of New York. He was bom in Juncos, P.R. and served in the Army from 1942 to 1947. Brother Marrero shipped as an oiler before retiring to the Bronx, N.Y. v; , • H . '' S •' CLYDE V.EL­ LISON, 64, joined the union in July 1976 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. He was bom in Watauga County, N.C. Boatman Ellison served in the Navy before starting his deck depart­ ment career. He sailed with Crowley TMT before he retired to Patterson, N.C. EUGENE McCULLOUGH, 62, joined the Seafarers in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of Gloucester, N.J,, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1948. Boatman McCullough sailed in the deck department. He lives in Philadelphia. WALTER WINTON, 65, joined the SIU in Octo­ ber 1968 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Bom in Al­ abama, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1962. Brother Winton shipped in the steward department. He calls Detroit, Mich. home. '• "• k> j yy ''' 1 FORD SOLOMON, 62, joined the union in June 1974 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama native sailed in the deck department. He has retired to Excel, Ala. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN SANTO MINEO, 62, joined the Seafarers in October 1983 in the port of Gloucester, Mass. The native of Italy sailed as a captain and mate on fishing vessels. He resides in Gloucester. RAILROAD MARINE LEROY TONDU,65, joined the SIU in June 1964 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Tondu sailed as an able bodied seaman. He still lives in his native Arcadia, Mich. In the July 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, James M. Fuller was listed in the Pensioners column as having worked in both the deep sea and inland divisions. Brother Fuller worked only in the deep sea division. Another James M. Fuller is an active merriber of the SIU inland division. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. , - ' ' THOMAS A. PAIGE,63, joined the SIU in May 1977 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Soperton, Ga., he served in the Naval Reserves from 1944 to 1945. Boatman Paige shipped in the deck department on Dixie Carriers and Crowley vessels. He calls Richmond Hill, Ga. home. CORRECTION RICHARDO PACHECO, 53, joined the union in August 1961 in the port of New Orleans. The Puerto Rico na­ tive served in the Army before he started his engine department career. Brother Pacheco lives in Santa Isabel, P.R. • INLAND 'Jy'i:., •• • • Vi "•.-.'.ist-V , ^I.''?'# ' , t ' mx J. Y-Y- .r !3 �l/- "SHi'-rf^ "I* r • nni M ,1.'n I'jwi "iii.i>i r :7(.' • . SIPTEMBER mo 75 Letters to the Editor Every Voice Counts My husband and I have been retired from the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union for four years now. We were both active union mem­ bers while we were shipping. Now that we are retired, we work politi­ cally to help maritime causes. I am enclosing a letter which my hus­ band sent to our three repre­ sentatives from Nevada, and their replies. I also serve on a statewide board for Nevadacare which helps to control medical costs for seniors in Nevada. We can be very thank­ ful for our SIU medical plan. Our retired people live across the country. I would like to urge that more of them get involved. Many people do not take the time to do anything. It is amazing what a difference a few people can make. It is also very satisfying to know that you are helping causes that are important to bur industry. Lois and Fred Olson Las Vegas, Nevada Editor's note: The letter sent hy Brother Olson to his state senators and representati ve follows: "I see where the U.S. and Japan Trade Commission have reached an agreement on trade hetvi'een the two countries. One of the proposals that was agreed upon is to open the Alaska oil trade to Japan. This doesn' t make sense for a lot of reasons. As we are now import­ ing 54 percent of our oil, to let Japan have our oil and for us to import oursfrom as far away as the Persian Gulf, over half way around the world, is plain stupid. Another reason is that it would destroy pur U.S. tanker trade on the West Coast, creating havoc for our maritime jobs which are now protected under the Jones Act. As a retired merchant seaman who sailed under SIU, we strongly urge you to oppo.se this section. Our merchant marine fleet, that is, ships which are under American registry, was once the largest in the world, hut has now declined to a poor sixteenth." SIU Helps Prepare for Future Please note that I would like to share with the membership a per­ sonal note of thanks to both Presi­ dent Mike Sacco and Vocational Director Bill Eglinton. Why. . .? Several months ago I had an opportunity to participate in a new upgrading program, the Marine Electronics program. May I say that words cannot adequately express the keen insight, vision and plain industrial savvy that haye gone into the development of this' new program. While other unions are losing work, becoming stagnant, or simp­ ly disappearing, the SIU leadership prepares for the future. . . our fu­ ture! As electronics becomes more and more commonplace in our everyday shipboard life, we as seafarers need to adjust to this change. Gone are the days when we could just leam on the job. Gone are the days when we could catch up in a few years. Now is the ' time to move forward, changing with our industry, instead of dying in it... So, brothers, please allow me to extend my personal thanks to you ... for your insight, dedication and leadership in the development of this program. that is still living? How young is the youngest? I am 74 years old. How many of us are still getting our pensions today? I have written four sea stories based on four different trips that I had made during the war. The first story begins shortly before Pearl Harbor. I sailed to Murmansk as a wiper. We paid off June 2, 1942. The second trip I sailed as an OS. We sailed from New York to Bos­ ton where we loaded ammunition, PX stores and beer. It was a good one. We were sent to Iceland. . .1 was on lookout when we got hit a little after 5 a.m. On the third trip, I was again bound for Murmansk. The convoy ran into a storm and the deck load shifted. We went to Belfast to shore up the deck load. We were too late to catch the last convoy bound for Murmansk. We dis­ charged the cargo in Liverpool. I titled this story "A Wartime Seago­ Charles L. Petersen St. Petersburg, Florida ^ New Contract Is Appreciated The crew of the Sea-Land Com­ mitment would like to express thanks and gratitude for the recent contract negotiated by ... the SIU. We support our new president and are pleased with the changes we have seen take place. The increase in the pension is greatly supported. The registration requirements regarding reliefs was also a change of great convenience to the mem­ bers. Again, we wish to express our thanks and encouragement toward better conditions for the member­ ship of the SIU. J. Pasinosky Bellfont, Pennsylvania Editor's note: In response to Brother Pasinosky's query, ap­ proximately 6,000 merchant mariners died during World War II. Of those, more than 1,200 were members of the SIU. LOG-A-RHYTHM Freed of a Sinking Feeling By Ed Brooks Brother Brooks who is curently upgrading at the union's Lundeberg School, sails as an AB in the inland division out of the Wilmington hall. The Crew of the Sea-Land Commitnient Hurdled from slumber to the sound of grinding thunder my end begins with a flash that immediately followed that heart-stopping crash. All hands all hands! Abandon ship! I fear, good lads, this is our last trip. White-capped waves, ocean dark and deep, my body is not mine for long to keep. Lifeboats away! But that's not in my power. Flames sear davits, waves above my head tower. The final end draws near; everyone senses this and one man does cheer. I'm not afraid I confide myself suddenly tasting the agony of fear. Into the water further we slip as another explosion rocks our ship. Men leap to the water, some with clothing smoking. I remain on deck blinded and choking. A shudder a blast; her back is now broken. She slips below the surface without style or grace, taking with her good lads without a trace. A morsel for Neptune, who swallows with glee as deep waters' pressure crushes the ship around me. Guilded flight, downward slope we float once more to touch land as we settle noiselessly into the bottoms' sand. No stones to carve, no epitaphs to write. The only memorial is inky surface oil seen by none at first light. My body is quite content, it's like it's asleep in the watery womb of Mother Nature as I soar through yet another open door touching the Face of God. i Well Deserved Recognition During Ithe last 11 years as a seafaring soul belonging to the SIU, I've grown to depend on cer­ tain members of the faculty out at the Lundeberg School and at Camp Springs for union business. This letter is to comment on one of those people. She is bright and cheery, de­ pendable and trustworthy. She is one face that hasn't changed over the years. She is always there! You got it!! She's the delightful Betty Smith from Piney Point. Her reputation as a reliable con­ tact flourishes in the industry, out amongst our seagoing group. She is simply an asset to our union. A job well done deserves recog­ nition, do you think so? Kimherly Allen Carter Kamuela, Hawaii Editor's note: Kimherly Allen Carter presently sails as chief steward aboard the USNS Con­ tender. She originally sent this let­ ter to President Michael Sacco, who foixi'arded it to the Seafarers LOG. ing Don Juan." I made the fourth trip to the Mediterranean carrying troops and ammunition. It was a mess... I have sent the first two sea stories and a summary of the other two to five publishers. As an un­ known, I don't stand very much of a chance of getting it published. If anyone knows of a publisher who would be interested in this type of material, have him get in touch with me and I would be glad to send him a copy of the first two sea stories for his perusal. . C- (Permission to reprint the poem above must be obtained from the author.) A Dwindling Breed Now that the Veterans Ad­ ministration hasgiven seamen who sailed in the merchant marine during World War II veteran status, I wonder if you could give me the following information. How, many SIU members fed the fishes during World War II? How many of us that survived were in the SIU at the end of World War II? How old is the oldest SIU vet I :• ••• }, Port Agent Meets with Congressman Congressman Gary L. Ackerman (left) discusses the state of the U.S. flag merchant marine with New York Port Agent Kermit Mangram. • V. •i' • m �-'r'Trr:: li^m^:- .jf r •: ^-r'-'f^: '.y!. >i',^ ^ ". = • ' ; i. •; /'s / y-^ y :f: ^:,-i-;-'';\^ ,• A., f-. ^ '• • ••. • ' •. ..:'•••: •,•..••/•, I V..4:., • 1. .;•• •.,•,• L'-.."v-^..r--'.vi«- >:i7^:^v;^'••I:".•'<.7>:i:.;•- '. • -A'I'I '• *** a'-' I joined the search with the rest of the crew. The tanker had come about and we were steaming slowly back along our outbound track—extra lookouts were posted. The tanker's decks were bright with her loading lights, and from the navigation bridge two powerful spotlights arced slowly across the black surrounding sea. Thin flashlight beams winked like giant fireflies from every quarter of the vessel as men called out. "What the hell does he look like?" "Who knows?" "Never seen 'im." "Joined her just yesterday in Houston." "He's a skinny guy. . . about fifty." We searched with urgency, in­ specting every place a man could fall, climb, jump or be stuffed into. But after thirty or forty minutes. w- ':' - "' V; •. I' . ' 77 ft:, y;,::;v: :f V.'-' I; 7:,.. Vr-' , •• . •- l.-„,, t- ©Copyright 1990 by Larry Reiner. Ail rights reserved by Integra Press, 1702W. Cameiback Rd., Suite 119, Phoenix, Ariz.S5015. . i^' ,,r : y -f i. •' ! -i' JL , i. 1 ' -i - < - • . •.• 1 • •;.•• -• • . .<• v •*•••, &^.-i mancRs 106 .;.• v.-'-vr^s- '^r Kiss the The nerve-shattering sound of the general alarm tore me out of a sound sleep. I groped wildly for my bunk light, completely disoriented, smashing my fingers against the bulkhead till they connected—first with the heavy glass globe and finally with the switch. We were one day out in the Gulf of Mexico, knifing our way through flat seas in perfect weather. When I turned in, disaster was the furthest thing from my mind. Only then, with the general alarm shrilling in my ears, did the fact that I was on a tanker burst into my consciousness. And she was a big one—carrying millions of gal­ lons of high octane gasoline. I knew I should abandon everything, but I kept struggling with the com­ bination till I got my locker open. I managed my pants and shoes and made it to the passagewaystill struggling to pull on my life jacket with one hand while stuffing wallet and seaman's papers in my pocket with the other. ^ FIRE! BREAK-UP!! IM­ MINENT COLLISION!!! These were the specters that raced across my mind as I ran down the pas­ sageway in the wake of more realistic shipmates who had left everything behind. They were al­ ready out on deck heading for their Emergency Stations. "MAN MISSING! THE NEW SECOND MATE!" a seaman shouted from the well deck. I stopped running—relieved that I was not in any danger after all. It was not one of the first of these "three horsemen" that rode with us that night—it was the "fourth one," DEATH—the treacherous one, who wore one of three masks; Murder, Accident or Suicide. T - A SHORTSTORYBY SlU MEMBER LARRY REINER the tempo and interest waned as we concluded that the missing man was over the side. The crew straggled back to the messroom. I joined my watch partners out on the fantail drinking coffee. "Well...Icalled'im at 11:30," Harris, the ordinary seaman on the 8 to 12 watch was explaining. "The door was open but the fo'c'sle was empty. Bed was all made up— didn't look slept in!" *** I lay half-awake in bed thinking about the missing man till 3:30 a.m. when I was called to go on watch. I had been the first to meet him as it was my turn on the gangway when he joined the ves­ sel, and I helped carry his gear aboard. He thanked me for the hand and asked who I was. I told him I was one of the 4 to 8 AB's. "Been with the ship long?" I answered that I had been with her for almost six months. "Well... I suppose you're look­ ing forward to getting off soon and going home?" I felt sorry for the guy—he seemed eager for company, so I stayed in his room talking for awhile before heading back to the gangway. *** I went forward earlier than usual to relieve the wheel, and went up the outside ladder of the bridge. When I got to the captain's deck I quietly opened the door and headed for the companion way leading up to the chartroom and wheelhouse. "Mike!" the Old Man called. "Aye, Sir." I turned back towards the opened door of Cap­ tain Larsen's stateroom. About the Author... SIU member Larry Reiner has made a second career writing about seamen and life in the mer­ chant marine. Reiner draws from his ex­ periences as a union seaman who sailed on non-union Cities Service vessels in the late 1940s during an SIU organizing drive and his 40year career in the merchant marine, most of it spent on tankers. He became a full book member of the SIU in 1951. The SIU member recently pub­ lished his first novel. Minute of Silence. The fast-paced adventure story was written at sea and has captured the attention of a Hol­ lywood film company and a mass market-oriented paperback publishing company. Autographed copies of Reiner's novel are available to SIU mem­ bers and retirees. The hardback book is available for $ 18.95. Ship­ ping costs will be paid by the publishing company. The August 'Come in here a minute.' I entered. The Skipper sat at his desk with a stack of papers, some keys, a wallet and a few other things evidently belonging to the missing man. The mate was also present. "Put the coffee down." The cap­ tain motioned toward the cabinet as he spoke. I could not help looking at the photograph lying on the edge of the desk as I stepped past and set down the tote-tray. It was a color picture of a beautiful young blonde woman with her arms around a pair of little girls as fair and lovely as herself. "The chief mate tells me you spoke with the missing man yester­ day—when he first came aboard." I answered that I had and related almost word for word what was said. "Did he seem worried or any­ thing?" the Old Man asked. "No," I answered, "seemed more like he was just wanting to talk some, Capt'n, so I stayed a few minutes before heading back to the gangway." Just then the steward knocked lightly on the partially opened door. "Found this under his pillow. Sir." He walked over to the desk and handed the captain a long white envelope, "To Mrs. Howard Cole. Hmm... been opened and resealed . . . but never cancelled. Well, I 'spect we should open it." The Old Man glanced at the mate. The steward started to leave the room. "No, Steward. Stay awhile. . . for the record." He put on his read­ ing glasses, then carefully slit open the envelope. Spreading the two pages out on the desk, he read aloud: issue of the LOG announced that postage would be paid on orders received before October but the author's publisher has extended the offer indefinitely. Requests should be made to Integra Press, 1702 W. Cameiback Road, Suite 119, Phoenix, Ariz. 8501,5. AB Larry Reiner aboard the Over­ seas Boston In 1984. "'Dearest, forgive my not saying goodbye. I couldn't take your tears. Jeff took me to the air­ port, and I asked him not to tell you till later that I shipped out. "'By the time you receive this we will have sailed. At first I in­ tended to send this letter off with the pilot, but I've decided to wait instead and mail it from our first port-of-call. "'You always avoided mention of my work when I was shipping regularly, and how happy you were when I agreed to try it ashore when the twins came. But it can't go on like this—no one has need of an ex-seaman over fifty in any decent paying job ashore. We've strug­ gled for three years now and we are only getting buried in debt. "'No, your leaving the twins in someone's care and going back to work is not the answer. "'I suppose your parents were right when they warned you not to marry me. You're really still a child yourself—stuck with some­ one old enough to be your father, but unable to support you like one. '"I'm back now where I belong—and can hold my head up and provide for my family. I'll try to be with you for Xmas. You'll see. Love, the time will pass quick­ ly, and if I can sail steadily for just two or three years we'll be out of debt and have a real nest egg. '"Take good care of yourself while I'm away, and kiss the angels for me—kiss them very often. '"All my love, Howard.'" When he finished reading, the Old Man sat staring down at the picture. "That doesn't sound like someone intending to commit suicide—^more like a man that's found himself and looking forward to life." He cleared his throat and looked up at us. "Captain," the mate's voice was hardly a whisper, "didn't you notice the date?" The skipper repeated the words before they really registered. "The date?" He glanced back at the first page. "March 12th," he said tonelessly, "why that's over two months ago!" As he put the letter down, a small neatly cut piece of newspaper fluttered to the deck. I reached down and picked it up—it was so brief that I had it read before setting it down next to the picture. DALLAS, TEXAS 4/2/90FIRE DEPARTMENT SUS­ PECTS ARSON IN TRAGIC APRIL FOOL'S DAY FIRE WHICH CLAIMED THE LIVES OF A YOUNG WOMAN AND HER TWIN DAUGHTERS. THE WOMAN'S HUSBAND, A MER­ CHANT MARINE OFHCER, IS SOMEWHERE AT SEA AND HAS NOT YET BEEN NOTIFIED. iii • -jai -n.1 ^ �• -•;.; ;• • •-• ••,••! .'r-.- . '.y • •;-v r. . ,r t_ .*;• --" • •. •' ' ••:•''"• ' . s .5' • •-r; r =v ;. ,1 ••» i j f..*" "•!' ••'" • • ''-'r'-'t -.•; , - scmmcR 1990 . -t:' Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ^ New Ydr Philadelphii iBaltimore ^ Norfolk Mobile New Orleans San Francisco ;WilmingtoiL Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile JNew Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Jiouston St. Louis jWney Point Totals Port New York Philadelphia lore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ' JKcksonviK San Francisco Wilniingtoii Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu "^Houston St. Louis Piney Point Totals ••REGISTERED ON BEACH Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C lO 38 1 6 12 9 37 9 9 15 fc?«: 29 16 18 11 9 12 6 4 2 7 5 I 3 16 11 0i2. 6 0 4 12 11 fi 121 ^ t 124 249 i'-':-. Jl'/ 116 9 16 9 36 iU '45M 25:W 40 18 8 < 14 Port New Ydfk Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Franciscbl Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Totals Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT St. Louis sPijaeyiB Totals Mm TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C „ T„ ' 112 I K n 109 24 1 k- 3 5 9 8 0 2 4 7 4 • -> •; / ' 17 5 9 1 11 10 J 4 0 2 1 1 _ i 66 337 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 23 156 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 18 7 3 m"2::w^-v:-Al6. • 1 ,•:« • 2 y- 2 • ' 5 23 yy": •2- • :-:-y|:0;;„ % • 4^ :V 4 9 9 13 9 39 11 21 4 5 : 11 3 162 2 2 4 1 2 4 . '2;y,'£ 3 8 0 27 ' 3 0 9 78 4 0 20 1 0 2.'.::y:^ 40 6 7 12 11 35 12 14 2 6 3 145 0 2 4 2 0 10 1 2 3 13 0 2 'fl 0 10 3 ;yi3y--'y;y.^y.,.4y 6 .yy 67 ••y- 2-y--••• 21 '.y-y 5 0 4 30 6 3 0 1 3 1 5 29 71 24 •v.; : -20^-By.y; y. • yy.ay:-.-' 0 0 x 0 2 ^::yi.-':y- 3 . .2,.. 8 • ,1 99 216 45 32 72 1 3 7 •2'SB 7 9 1 20 3 0 4 66 2 1 4 0 2 2 2 0 12 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 17 1 5 6 9 11 21 4 1 10 15 J3 4 24 J?. 12 7 8 10 14 2 3 3 9 35 40 13 10 1 125 103 0 44 217 3 4 300 ga 1 0 IT r w 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 6 5. • •5 16 17 17 7 10 27 9 8 12 5 3 12 7 7 2 35 22 13 5 0 126 0 0 0 0 0 i 1 46 212 4 244 0 0 0 m 0 68 6 V... ^2yi 1 y;y; ol| 2 •"'A"' r 1 6 6 4 15 3 6 4 17 14 3 I 5 8 21 36 16 7 3 25 9 6 18 50 31 6 9 1 145 0 0 139 0 25 220 •••7v W0 1 273 Totals All Departments 663 507 537 620 489 461 142 889 443 407 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Shipping in the month of August was up from the month of July. A total of 1,712 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,712 jobs shipped, 620 jobs or about 36 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 142 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 12,877 jobs have been shipped. mmm y, .!- • . yV ... •" -Vyy" • •".. Membership Meeting DeSp Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday, October 8 New York Tuesday. October 9 Philadelphia Wednesday, October 10 Baltimore Thursday, October 1! Norfolk Thursday, October 11 Jacksonville Thursday, October 11 Algonac Friday, October 12 Houston Monday, October 15 New Orleans Tuesday, October 16 Mobile Wednesday, October 17 San Francisco Thursday. October 18 Wilmington Monday, October 22 Seattle Friday, October 26 San Juan Thursday, October 11 St. Louis Friday, October 19 5 Honolulu Friday, October 19 Duluth Wednesday, October 17 Jersey Gity Wednesday, October 24 New Bedford Tuesday, October 23 • , •• .yK:;yyS' ;• y.v';Hy.:y Mads poiVs meedhg simis irii 10:30 a.m. Miss Penny Retires Continued from page 13 every day in her traditional white uniform, she was an efficient and conscientious office administrator. "When I think of Florence Penny, I think of just one word: professionalism," said SIU Vice President Jack Caffey. Paul Hall, the late president of the SIU, had made enhancing the medical care available to seamen one of his top priorities. "It was a great dream," she said, "which was fulfilled." The clinics were never designed to provide primary medical care, said Ms. Penny, though timely ac­ tion on the part of SlU-contracted doctors has saved the lives of a number of members. The clinics' main function lay in three areas: job security, preventive medicine and disseminating information. Until the SIU opened its medi­ cal facilities and established a sys­ tem for obtaining clinic cards, seamen were at the mercy of com­ pany doctors. After the SIU established its nationwide system of clinics, no member of the SIU had to worry about being rejected because of political reasons. "It has been an honor working for the SIU all of these years," said Ms. Penny. "My co-workers at the clinic, the membership, union offi­ cials like Leon Hall and Jack Caf­ fey were really great." 0' .'...'fl'v, �.•• • - ii '- ri-#—life's^ « M• w i' —.'' -^4' • ..'t ' ,7.> '.• SOFARERS LOG -'"i r Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes AUGUST 1-31, 1990 NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SfflPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 3/0 7 'iU-'l: . 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ./fr- .• Totals All Departments ; ®:- ^ - 0 59 43 0 56 33 0 35 Dispatchers' Report for iniand Waters AUGUST 1-31, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C • • President Michael Sacco s • Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell Vice ft-esident Atlantic Coast Jack Cafley Vice President Gulf Coast Thomas Glidewell Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters John Fay Vice President Government Services Roy A. Mercer 33 *"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. **"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. ••REGISTERED ON All Groups Class A Class B Port York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans San Francisc?cii WUmingtoii Seattle Puerto Rico Houston St. Louis I ^^Hney;i\»pi Totals "7 Totals AU Departments 53 18 25 36 17 9 176 83 63 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. -j I Seohrers Intemationd HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 i DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 523-5434 p ..HOUSTON- 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE ''' 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pktvy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD ., ' 50 Umon St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans,.LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 ' = (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. . Norfolk, VA 23510 5,(804)622-1892 im^ADELPfHA i 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos.St. • StOp 16 i Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wflmington, CA 90744 (?13) 549-4000 #3S.- •rr;v: ^ v;. i • I "• v' "' :: ^ �SmmBiR 1990 Students at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship promoted the school and dis­ played the results of their training in seamanship skills at several public events this summer. A group of trainees participated in an American Sail Training As­ sociation event at St. Mary's (Md.) College. The students competed in a variety of nautical-style events. The highlight of the day for the group was winning the lifeboat races. Later in the summer, another group of trainees represented the school at the Alexandria (Va.) Tall Ships Waterfront Festival. The trainees crewed an information tent, answered questions, passed out school literature and demonstrated the art of knot-tying to all who were interested. Trainee Kirk Jenkins competes in a knot-tying contest. QMED Baredian Earns Degree Alexandria festival-goers watch Lundeberg trainees (left to right) Gary Kypke, Jamie Overby and Gilbert Gildersleeve demonstrate knot-tying techniques. Showing off a giant monkey's fist knot made by the students S mJnn/nT'S are Mike Gott (left) and Jamie Overby. the trainees. A 53-year-old black gang mem­ ber is the second Seafarer to earn an associate of arts degree in marine engineering from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Arthur H. Baredian began working on the degree in 1988. The QMED said the degree will help him both professionally and per­ sonally. "The college program equips members with all the ad­ vancements our world is making in all walks of life," he told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. Baredian was born in Pit­ tsburgh, but grew up in St. Petersburg, Fla. He attended Pikeville College in Kentucky after graduating from high school. After joining the SIU in 1967, he shipped out of the Wilmington, Calif, hall. He studied at the Piney Point facility for the first time in 1975, earning his QMED, firefighting, lifeboat and LNG en­ dorsements. He returned to the Lundeberg School in 1984 to study for and earn his second engineer's license. Baredian now lives in Jackson­ ville, Fla. and ships from the hall in that northeast Florida city. ,4 4:,4 With dusk settling on the St. Mary's River, the Lundeberg lifeboat team (left) moves out for the win. The winning team at the St. Mary's College lifeboat races include (front row) Darrel Koonce Jr., Bosun Abe Norwood, Noah Jones, Matthew DeNesco, (middle row) William Bussell, Kirk Jenkins, Scott Simms, William Reeley, (back row) Tim Williams, James J. Sannino, Peter Luhn and instructor Jim Moore. Navy Gung-Ho on Oil Spill Course Patuxent River Naval Air Base personnel thank Lun­ deberg School instructors for their help in teaching an oil spill prevention and containment course. From the left are Bill Eglinton, Master Chief Raynor, K.C. Taylor, Jim Shaffer and Lt. Doug Elliot. -y.' Advanced Firefighting Will Be Offered In Feb. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship will offer a special basic and advanced firefighting class in February for those members who need to have the advanced firefighting training. The special combined course will begin February 11,1991, and run through February 20, 1991. In order to take advanced firefighting at the Piney Point, Md. facility, members must have successfully completed the basic firefighting course. As has been noted earlier in the Seafarers LOG, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is recognizing the certificates of those members who graduated from the Freehold, N.J. facility while attending the Lundeberg School as satisfying the requirements for advanced firefighting. The training at Freehold must have been completed between June 5,1978 and December 1,1989. Seafarers must show proof of successfully completing the course to receive USCG credit. The USCG recently announced new regulations requiring advanced firefighting for those men and women upgrading or renewing their maritime licenses. To register for the combined basic and advanced firefight­ ing training. Seafarers should contact the admissions office at the Lundeberg School. All Lundeberg School trainees iand upgraders must com­ plete the basic firefighting course. my. Robert Adams and Robert Adams Jr. are pictured at the Lundeberg School. Robert Adams and Son Follow Call to Sea Brother Robert Adams joined the SIU in 1980. He has upgraded at the Lundeberg School and most recently graduated from the Marine Electronics Technician course. While upgrading last month at the Piney Point facility, Adams, who sails as an AB, has the pleasure of being able to watch his son, Robert Adams Jr., go through the trainee program in class #454. It was Adams Sr. who con­ vinced his son to begin a seagoing career with the SIU—just one of many members of the "SIU family." ='•. �•:t.? V-v|-..V'--l'f'"'., ,\ " I. i- •-\'. '•• 'v, . •••'•,V-V- , •> . .» ",•-. ?' ' ^ .'l,..' •, ', ; .' ;' '/. ., •,:' , T ', '"• -.'• ';..^ "f /-y . •"'. ', SEAFAREKS LOG 20 Striking Eastern Workers Receive Support of Seafarers . • r*.4 Seafarers continue to hit the bricks with their striking brothers and sisters at Eastern Air Lines as possible merger talks with another air carrier continue. SIU members marched with strikers from the International As­ sociation of Machinists (I AM), Air Line Pilots Association and the Transport Workers Union as well as representatives from other unions last month at National Air­ port in Washington and LaGuardia Airport in New York. Piney Point Port Agent Bobby Milan reported a tremendous response from the picketers when the men and women in white caps arrived at National Airport. "They were very happy to see us and glad we remember them," he said. The marches were held to remind prospective passengers that the strike continues at Eastern. Picketers wore buttons reading "No contract, no peace!" as they walked through the airports. The high hopes of reaching a settlement when a federal bankruptcy judge placed the airline's operations under the control of a trustee in April have diminished consider­ ably. Union representatives have met with trustee Martin Shugrue but no significant progress in contract talks were made. Eastern has re­ called some of the pilots and flight attendants who would not cross the Marching through the Eastern terminal at National Airport are (left to right) AB Blu Awong, FOWT Paul Barbadillo, Chief Steward Mike Thornton, Asst. Cook Gordon Anderson, AB Greg Agren and QMED Carmine Barbati. Machinists' picket line, but the company has retained the scabs who kept the airline barely flying since the strike began last year. Meanwhile, the striking em­ ployees a:re awaiting word on the possible merger of Eastern with Northwest Airlines. Union repre­ sentatives from both airlines have been meeting to discuss a possible merger of seniority lists should the, buyout take place. JAM spokes­ man Frank Ortis said the union is" in "a waiting mode" concerning a possible merger. Talk of a possible merger began shortly after Shugrue was ap­ pointed. While the company has denied Eastern is for sale, union sources have said a merger could be near with the Eastern creditors looking at a possible deadline for merging, continuing operations or Hitting the bricks with strikina lAM members at the National Airport are SIU members (left to right) Port Agent Bobby Milan, Oiler Roger Hammitt and AB Lyie Davis. closing down completely by fall. Eastern also made headlines last month when the company was in­ dicted in a New York fedetal dis­ trict court on criminal charges of falsifying maintenance records before the strike. Shortly after the grand jury an­ nouncement was made. Continen­ tal Holdings chairman Frank Lorenzo announced he was selling his stock for $30 million to Scandi­ navian Airlines System. Although striking unionists were glad to see Lorenzo bail out of Eastern's parent company, they noted he got three times the value his stock would have had on the market. The strike by the Machinists began one day after Lorenzo locked them out of their jobs on March 3, 1989. Eastern's pilots and flight at­ tendants joined the JAM in a sym­ pathy walkout, effectively stopping the airline. Lorenzo filed for bank­ ruptcy protection March 9, 1989. His Texas Air Corporation has been trying to rebuild the company by sale of money-making operations like the Eastern reservation system and Latin American routes, with scab employees and through the court system. ^ AFL , Greg Agren, AB, left, and Gordon Anderson, assistant cook, join in Eastern's picket line. ATU Members Thank SIU for Help During GreyhountI Strike li'-.-' V- '•::\'r t:*.' • K-% •; ,-. ' * •;' :•, Striking members of the Amal­ gamated Transit Union (ATU) are praising the efforts of the SIU for its help during their ongoing dis­ pute against Greyhound. Robert Beard, a spokesman for the Washington ATU local, said the presence of the white caps on the picket line has not gone un­ noticed. In a Labor Day note of thanks to the union. Beard wrote: "Often the feeling is one of 'who else knows we're still put here?' Then we plan a rally to put the message across once more and hope somebody will come. The Seafarers come! And they bring with them the profes­ sionalism and solidarity of the seafaring trade. Without a doubt, there would be no rally without the members of the SIU." Seafarers participated in a Washington rally last month for the striking employees. For several members, it was the first time they had walked a picket line. "It's pretty cool," said Spencer Smith of Hattiesburg, Miss. "You've got to support who you've got to support." "It's a trip," noted another firsttimer, Joe Degen of Nederland, Texas. "They (the ATU members) shoiild get what they want. They've been working for this or­ ganization for years." As the Greyhound strike enters its sixth month, the company has refused to meet with union repre­ sentatives for more than 9,000 strikers since early June, The com­ pany had offered the ATU as a contract a four-year wage freeze followed by a 3 percent hike in each of the next two years. Greyhound also sought to eliminate about 4,000 union jobs. Union members had agreed to wage rollbacks that had reduced the average salaries of bus drivers from $31,000 to $24,000 annually in their two previous contracts. However, union negotiators said they had had enough and were asking to recover some of the givebacks, especially since Greyhound turned a profit in 1989. The ATU went on strike March 2. The company responded by hiring 3,000 scab drivers and unilaterally declaring the strike over in May. A few days later, the National Labor Relations Board announced the union had grounds to file charges of unfair labor prac­ tices against Greyhound and its president, Fred Currey. A hearing has been scheduled for November. On June 4, Greyhound filed for bankruptcy protection. It has until October 4 to file a reorganization plan. The union has been meeting with prospective buyers in hopes of ending the labor dispute through that method. SIU SUPPORTS cuiEYiioimo STBIKR SIU SUPPORTS GREYilOUSI STRiKB I SIU members Jason Fields (left) and Benjamin Stanley listen with striking Greyhound employees to AFL-CK ~ • 10 speakers during a rally in Washington, D.C. last month. Piney Point Port Agent Bobby Milan leads SIU members (left to right) Benjamin " • Doyle, • Daniel • Brotsch * ' and and" Stan ey, Joseph DegOn, Ronald Saragusa, Kevin Roy Blankenship past the Washington D.C. Greyhound terminal. Showing their support for striking ATU brothers and sisters are SIU members Spencer Smith and Scott Burrier. .'i- �SiPmBER 1990 21 — :v€ Of union sblpboard minutes mne s^ be omitted. B$ possible. te-I' - upon reci^ pf the ships minutes. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), June 24 — Chairman Walter Petty Jr., Secretary Kris A, Hopkins, Educational Director Terry Jacobsen, Deck Delegate Royce Kaufman, Engine Delegate Daniel Campbell, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman re­ ported vessel would be in shipyard dur­ ing August. He said ship would discharge in Baytown, Texas, then travel to Jacksonville, Fla. to load for a trip to the Soviet Union. He thanked the crew for a good trip, saying it was one of best in his career. Secretary thanked crew for keeping messhall clean at night. He said open galley system met with great suc­ cess. He reminded members leaving to have rooms cleaned for their reliefs. Edu­ cational director reminded members to take advantage of educational opportuni­ ties at Finey Point. Treasurer announced $280 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Seafarers LOGS re­ ceived in Palermo, Italy. Relief steward asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion of payment for extra meals. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion of duties of DEU and to consider if members could work one trip, one trip off. New televison ordered and should be installed in Jacksonville. Crew re­ quested fans for each room because of problems with air conditioning. Steward Kris Hopkins and Chief Cook Toyo Gonzales thanked for jobs well done. Next ports: Baytown and Jacksonville. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman), June 8 — Chaiiman Joseph Herron, Secretary Paui Huiit, Educational Director B. F. Cpoley, Deck Delegate J. R. Hundley, Engine Delegate James A. Slay, Stew­ ard Delegate Alex A. Jaradie. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported not receiving any Seafarers LOGS or other union communications when over­ seas. Crew reminded to take up beefs with department delegate. Chief electri­ cian asked crew to take care of washing machines to make them last longer. Next ports: Newport News, Va. and New Or­ leans. USNS INVINCIBLE (U.S. Marine Man­ agement), June 18 — Chairman Ann E. Fuller, Secretary T. T. Conley, Deck Delegate Mike Stein, Engine Delegate Sid Strados, Steward Delegate James Sivelle. Chairman announced deck members' request to have contracts de­ partment investigate increase in vacation Propping Up the Prop QMED Mike Novak looks dwarfed by the giant screw of the Sea-Land Liberator which was in drydock in Yokohama, Japan for repairs. freezer had been worked on but still not working properly. Secretary stressed im­ portance of donating to SPAD to look after political interests and provide Job security. Educational director en­ couraged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Treasurer noted $562 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to limit wash loads as washer needs repairs. Several crewmembers said they were looking forward to next port in Greenland to see icebergs for first time. Next port: Thule, Green­ land. LNG VIRGO (Energy Transportation), July 29 — Chairman Billie Darley, Sec­ retary Francis Ostendarp, Educational Director George Lindsay. Chairmaq an­ nounced George Reilly of ETC will come aboard in August. He reminded crewmembers to respect rights of others while ashore. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said it was waiting word of new contract. Crew voted to prohibit smoking in messhall during meal hour. Next port: Bontang, Indonesia. MOBILE{Apex Marine), July 22,1990 pay. She announced galley would make sure those on watch get fed first. She reminded crew to clean lounge after using it. Educational director provided information on alcohol and drug abuse. No beefs or disputed OT reported. En­ gine delegate reminded members to clean lint filters in dryer after use. Crew asked to keep noise level down during night. Next port: Glascow, Scotland. CHARLES L eflOMW (Transoceanic Cableship), July 30 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrington, Secretary Delvin M. Wilson, Educational Director Bobby Stearman, Engine Delegate Rob­ ert Powers, Steward Delegate K. Cabato. Chairman noted ice machine and reefer boxes still down. He dis­ cussed highlights of new contract. He asked contracts department to review OT for deck members working Saturday eve­ nings. Secretary said he is working with captain to create slop chest onboard. Edu­ cational director announced purchase of volleyball and tennis gear for crew pic­ nics and outings. Treasurer reported $1,300 in ship's fund which has been aided by members saving scrap copper and aluminum. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck delegate praised work of Chief Cook Wilfredo DeLeon. Crew stated it was pleased with changes in con­ tract and retirement plan. Next port: Honolulu. CPL LOUIS J. HAUGE JR. (Maersk), July 1 — Chairman Paul Harper, Secre­ tary William Justi, Educational Director Benjamin Conway, Deck Delegate Thomas Fowler, Steward Delegate Ra­ phael Burcbfield. Chairman stressed safety at meeting. He urged crew to re­ port safety hazards. He reminded mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He went over welfare forms and applica­ tions aboard vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate said car­ pet in crew quarters will be steamcleaned soon. Crew reported repairs needed on washing machine and radio/television antenna. Crew praised galley gang for great Fourth of July buf­ fet. Next port: Diego Garcia. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), July 29 — Chairman R. Wil­ son, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director T. Jacobsen, Deck Delegate D. Griffin, Engine Delegate G. Demotropolous, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman announced television received in Jacksonville, Fla. He reminded crew of policy of no alco­ hol aboard ship and said periodic room searches would take place. He thanked crew for making this pleasant voyage so far. Secretary inform^ crew vessel scheduled for shipyard at end of August. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer an­ nounced $150 in ship's fund. He said money was spent for compact disc player for crew's lounge and football up­ dates. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew receiving Seafarers LOG in each port. Steward department, especially Chief Cook Toyo Gonzales, was thanked for exceptional food and allaround professionalism. Next port: Nor­ folk, Va. LAWRENCEH. GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholdings), July 7 — Chairman Paul Hulsebosch, Secretary K. Paulson, Edu­ cational Director Howard Daniels, Deck Delegate James Henry, Engine Delegate Ernest Lacunza, Steward Del­ egate Vincent Ortiz. Chairman an­ nounced garbage cans for only plastics have been placed in galley. Crew's . i I f:M • • 'i£ . ii f''J' ' ''Mm Aboard the Sealift Caribbean Crewmembers aboard the USNS Sealift Caribbean hold a union meeting while the vessel discharged jet fuel at the Steuart Transportation Company docks in Piney Point, Md. Pictured above, from the left are SlU Bepresentative Edd Morris, Bosun Jim Mitchell, Steward Assistant Darryl Brown, Steward/Baker "Johnny Reb" Poovey and AB Teddy Daniels. GUA YAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), July 30 — Chairman G. R..Kidd, Secretary Jonny Cruz, Educational Director Ken Linab, Deck Delegate J. Korchak, En­ gine Delegate J. W. Parrish, Steward Delegate A. DeSimone. Chairman said trip was smooth for vessel coming out of 40-day layup. Secretary reviewed new contract and thanked crew for keeping vessel clean. Educational director dis­ cussed need to upgrade at Piney Point to make sure qualified people are available for new jobs. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review allowing out-of-town members to register while waiting for drug screen clearance. Crew thanked SIU President Michael Sacco for his ef­ forts in gaining new contract, which came as surprise after previous two agreements. Steward department thanked for fine meals and service. Next ports: Elizabeth, N.J, Baltimore and San Juan. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), July 29 — Chairman Hugo Dermody, Secretary Jonathan White, Deck Delegate Robert Favalora, Engine Delegate Glen Mazzara, Steward Delegate Fred Lindsey. Chairman an­ nounced Seafarers LOG received in Aqaba, Jordan and crew was very happy with raise. He announced crew's support for officials looking out for membership and pensioners. He reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: New Orleans. LIBERTY WA VE (Liberty Maritime), July 22 — Chairman Mark Trepp, Sec­ retary Paul Stubblefield, Deck Delegate J. Higglns, Engine Delegate L. Ander­ son, Steward Delegate Charles Jones. Chairman announced trip was very pleas­ ant with good crew and fine food. Ship got slightly dirty because it was carrying coal. Secretary commended work of AB Al Barnett who rescued puppy in Cairo, Egypt that fell into water between barge and dock. Treasurer reported $130 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked for short wave radio for lounge. Crew thanked Chief Steward Paul Stubblefield and Chief Cook Charles Jones for special food served as well as the variety and preparation of salad bar and extra goodies. — Chairman Antonios Trikoglou, Secretary James H. Gleaton, Education­ al Director J. Martin, Deck Delegate Gregorio Ortiz, Engine Delegate Drew Brown, Steward Delegate Francisco Tirado. Chairman spoke about new con­ tract to members. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for its fine food. Next port: New York. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Overseas Maritime), July 8 — Chairman E. K. Bryan, Secretary J. E. Price, Education­ al Director T. Koubek, Deck Delegate Jessie L. Mixon, Engine Delegate Gary Danos. Chairman discussed new con­ tract with crew and thanked SIU Execu­ tive Vice President Joseph Sacco and union negotiating officials for best con­ tract members have had in many years. He noted addition of second pumpman was needed greatly. He said recognition of King holiday is plus to membership. He urged members to give to SPAD. Secretary told members about beautiful facilities at Lundeberg School and ad­ vised them to take advantage of them. Educational director reminded crew not to throw plastics overboard. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked con­ tracts department to consider increase in pension for those already retired. Mem­ bers reminde/^to leave filled-out welfare applicatioiv^^^e in case family needs thenk^Mdepartments thanked for working weM^ther. Next port: Freeport, Texas. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE{Maritime Overseas), July 8 — Chairman J. J. Wil­ liams, Secretary V. Sanchez Jr., Engine Delegate Wilbert Miller, Steward Delegate Curtis Brodnax. Chairman said he still is awaiting word of where payoff will take place. He noted crew got along well on this voyage. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked launch service schedule be coordinated with steward department working hours. Galley gang thanked for job well done. Next port: New Orleans. OVERSEAS NEWORLEANS (Mari­ time Overseas), July 29 — Secretary C. Corrent, Educational Director Charles Clausen, Deck Delegate John Batorski, Steward Delegate William Simmons. Secretary urged members to help get new movies. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Members asked welfare plan to / look into some problems with medical Continued on page 22 •.. i • •j'i 1 w ' £1 VT •i- • , •X ' •; • f.'- •yl":. •'•"I . •. J-' • -'d �--• --:i'rr''rhTf^ps?j^««:; .,. . .;s, ••.I {-•' ' "• 22 '' Ships Digests •i • Continued from page 21 bills that have not been paid. Overall, crew said they were happy and ship was good one on which to work. Next port: Texas City, Texas. ;/ --i :,||y:;:^.^ OVERSEAS OHIO (Maritime Over­ seas), July 31 — Chairman R. Wardlaw, Secretary E. Gray, Educa­ tional Director R. Durand, Deck Dele­ gate Willie Chestnutt, Engine Delegate Robert Santos. Chairman announced ev­ erything was running smoothly. He said pumpman had repaired faucet in clean­ ing gear locker. He noted he was with second mate during search of crew quar­ ters. He told members vessel would be on Panamanian run for long time. Secre­ tary mentioned need for ship's fund. Edu­ cational director urged members to view safety films in spare time. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward depart­ ment thanked for job well done. Next port: Channelview, Texas. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), July 29 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secretaiy Jose Chacon, Educational Director Eric Frederickson, Deck Delegate joe Boevink, Engine Delegate Valentin Martinez, Steward Delegate Pedre Sepulveda. Chairman told crew he had repair list. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked SIU President Michael Sacco for new contract and changes in pension plan. Steward department was thanked for Job well done. SEA WOLF(Crowley Maritime), July 15 — Chairman Edward Latimer, Sec­ retary Philip Paquette. Chairman re­ ported voyage went well. He noted one safety problem with grating on crane 1. He said sailing board is serious problem, especially in Rio, with constantly chang­ ing times, No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Norfolk, Va. and Philadelphia. • " •> . ; SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land Service), July 25 — Chairman N. Pratts, Secretary R. Griswold, Educa­ tional Director Mark Serlis. Chairman noted television was repaired last trip but audio control problems remain. He said new radio should arrive this trip. He said he had no information on new contract or raises. Secretary reminded members drug testing has been reinstated and clearances are good for six months. Edu­ cational director urged members to at­ tend Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $60 in ship's fiind and $90 in movie fund. No beefs of disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked new copies of ship­ ping agreement be sent to ship. Crew asked contracts department to review re­ pealing eight-month shipping rule to six months. Next ports: Elizabeth, N.J., Nor­ folk, Va. and Charleston, S.C. ,• ! '• «/' I SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE(Sea Land Service), July 26 — Chairman J. Lundborg, Secretary C. Modellas, Chief Electrician K. Bertel, Deck Dele­ gate John Kelly, Engine Delegate A. M. Hussair, Steward Delegate Aubrey Gething. Chairman briefed members on new contract. Crew gave SIU President Michael Sacco special vote of confi- dence for job well done. Educational di­ rector noted shipping rule change regarding QMED upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang and especially to Chief Cook Aubrey Gethlng. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 22 — Chairman Willoughby Byrd, Secretary J. Rivera, Educational Director Richard Williams. Chairman said crew is awaiting specifics on new OT rates. Secretary said galley running short on stores with extra members on­ board. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Port Everglades and Jacksonville, Ra. and Houston. SEA-LAND COMMITMENT (SeaLand Service), July 29 —- Chairman SUFARERS LOG " •.••• John Green, Secretary K. Long, Deck Delegate Alien Hitt, Engine Delegate Manuel Beata, Steward Delegate Man­ uel Salazar. Chairman reported smooth sailing so far. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to review inclusion of unfit-forduty time for eligibility in graduated death benefit. Engine department thanked for fixing appliances in galley. Steward department thanked for its good food. Next ports: Boston, Elizabeth, N.J. and Norfolk, Va. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), July 30 — Chairman Oria . Ipsen, Secretary A. Romeo, Engine Del­ egate Jose Villot Jr. Treasurer an­ nounced $179 in ship's fund. Disputed OT reported by deck and engine dele­ gates. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Galley gang thanked for job well done. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), July 22 — Chairman Elex Gary Jr., Secretary R. C. Agbulos, Edu­ cational Director Joe Ortiz, Deck Dele­ gate Thomas Schroeder, Engine Delegate Leonardo Papa, Steward Dele­ gate Edmund Papa. Chairman an­ nounced new radio would be installed in crew's lounge. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 27 — Chairman J. M. Ard, Secretary Paul Calimer. Secretary re­ quested copy of new contract for crewmembers. He said microwaves and two mattresses were ordered. Steward delegate reported disputed OT and beefs. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck and engine delegates. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND LIBERA TOR (Sea-Land Service), July 5 — Chairman J. M. Keefef. Secretary W. Williams, Educational Director S. B. Crader, Engine Delegate J. Paminiano, Steward Delegate All Mugalli. Chairman announced payoff set for Long Beach, Calif. He said every­ thing running smoothly. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Long Beach. vice), July 17 — Chairman Ubie E. Nolan, Secretaiy Caesar F. Blanco, Ed­ ucational Director James E. Roberts, Deck Delegate J. E. Pegg, Engine Dele­ gate Richard J. Mullen, Steward Dele­ gate C. G. Gomez. Chairman noted Seafarers LOG had not been received for several months. Secretary asked con­ tracts department to consider reducing eight-month shuttle to six months. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew in­ formed articles have been reduced from six months to four. Crew thanked Bosun Ubie Nolan for keeping main deck clean and painted. Crew also thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Manila-Subic Bay, Philippines. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 20 — Chairman A. J. Palimo. Secretary Norman Johnson. Secretary announced new mattresses had been ordered. Treasurer noted $10 in movie fund. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and steward delegates. Crew said it still was waiting for new contract. Members reminded to return plates to pantry. Crew thanked steward department, especially Chief Cook Cur­ tis Howard, for good quality of food. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 22 — Chairman Gene Paschall, Secretary I. Fletcher, Educa­ tional Director Christopher Beaton, Steward Delegate Lonnie Bettis. Chair­ man announced payoff set for July 28 in Beaumont, Texas. He reminded mem­ bers to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lundeberg School. He noted trip had been smooth. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for patrolman to see that tanks are repaired for cold water for crew and officers. Members thanked steward department for its fine work. Next port: Beaumont. UL TRAMAR (American Marine Transport), July 10 — Chairman B. Born, Sec­ retary C. N. Johnson, Educational Director E. J. Gibson. Chairman said he did not know where ship would load next. He stated crew waiting for copy of new contract and wage increases. He noted trip had been good so far. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew noted need for new washing machine and reported shower leaks. SEA-LAND NEWARK BAY (SeaLand Service), July 8 — Chairman M. Galliano, Secretary H. Rahman, Educa­ tional Director R. Caldwell, Deck Delegate A. Debelich, Engine Delegate James McCray. Chairman thanked crew for smooth voyage. He said he is waiting for copy of new contract. He noted donation was collected for AB George May who suifered fatal heart at­ tack off coast of Florida. He also an­ nounced ashes of Brother Harvey Milstead were scattered in North Atlan­ tic on this voyage. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into allowing emergency relief for per­ manent and rotary jobs because of sick­ ness, accident or emergency at home. Crew also asked for review to increase optical, dental and pension plans. Crew stated need for new washer and dryer. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Port Everglades, Fla. and Houston. CHARLESTON (Apex Marine), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman Mark Ruhl, Secre­ tary J. Gonzalez. Chairman announced ship would layup in Baltimore for ap­ proximately three weeks in August. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Baltimore. SEA-LAND PACER (Sea-Land Ser­ OMI CH!4/76£/7(OMI Corporation), AMERICAN EAGLE (Pacmc Gulf Ma­ rine), August 5 — Chairman Billy East­ wood, Secretary Floyd Bishop, Educational Director Dennis Baker, Deck Delegate Spilios J. Kosturos, En­ gine Delegate Terry Miller, Steward Delegate Gloria Holmes. Educational di­ rector reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Bayonne, N.J. Sealift Caribbean Runs Coastwise :•% Ready for the next voyage of the coastwise running USNS Sealift Caribbean are, from the left, SA Darryl Brown, AB Leslie Choice and OS Lee Danielson. .1 August 5 — Chairman F. R. Schwarz, Secretary N. Johnson, Educational Di­ rector W. Yarber, Deck Delegate R. L. Cooper, Engine Delegate H. Archer. Chairman announced tanker would con­ tinue coastwise run. Both he and secre­ tary thanked SIU President Michael Sacco and all who negotiated new con­ tract and changes in pension plan. Educa­ tional director urged members to attend Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for its fine job. Next ports: Port Everglades, Fla. and Texas City, Texas. OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime Overseas), August 3 — Chairman George Giraud, Secretary L. Frazier. Chairman announced site of upcoming payoff. Secretary said fresh provisions would come ontoard at next stop. He thanked crew for courtesy in mess hall and galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted repairs needed for air conditioner and fan in crew's lounge and vents in galley. Members also said new furniture needed. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (Sea-Land Service), August 4 — Chairman H. Fisher, Secretary J. Collis, Educational Director A. Garcia, Deck Director P. Torres, Engine Delegate P. Gago, Stew­ ard Delegate R. Escobar. Chairman an­ nounced pay adjustments would be made for period from June 16 to July 1. He said payoff would take place as soon as patrolman arrives in Elizabeth, N.J. He announced vessel would be going to Aruba after stop in Jacksonville, Fla. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew complained about guards checking members' packages while in Puerto Rico. Crew thanked steward department for good food and deck department for keeping messhall clean. Next port: Elizabeth, N. J. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (SeaLand Service), August 4 — Chairman A. J. Eckert, Secretary E. H. Jackson, Edu­ cational Director G. L. Ackley. Chair­ man said crew awaiting word on new contract. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Galley gang thanked for its good work. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 5 — Chairman L. Freeburn, Secretary F. Sison, Educa­ tional Director S. Bigelow, Deck Dele­ gate J. Zimmerman, Engine Delegate Cliff Akers, Steward Delegate L. Spread. Chairman discussed crew's restriction to ship in Hong Kong because of typhoon. He said he would request ice machine be repaired or replaced. He noted crew asked Sea-Land that doctor in Hong Kong be replaced as treatment is deplorable. Educational director spoke about correspondence courses available from Lundeberg School. Treasurer an­ nounced $95 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department and all hands in­ volved in cookouts. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 2 — Chairman Dana Cella, Secretary David Boone, Educa­ tional Director T. L. Cowan, Deck Dele­ gate Greg Taylor, Engine Delegate Jonathan Washburn, Steward Delegate Strode Call. Chairman announced pay­ off August 3 upon arrival in Tacoma, Wash. Secretaiy distributed new edition of Seafarers LCXJ. Treasurer urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed new contract. Steward department thanked for its fine job. Next port: Tacoma. USNS WILKES (Mar Ship), August 11 — Chairman Hershel Turner, Secretary John Parkhurst, Deck Delegate Darrel Thomas, Steward Delegate Abdel Mo­ hammed. Chairman turned over $300 ship's fund to newly elected treasurer, QMED Ron Howard. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew agreed to no television during meals. Members re­ minded to keep mess hall clean. Crew created clothing pool for those members who lose luggage in route to vessel. ci ;•* fi- •• �•'/ i.f . r.K ' '• H.Jj.-: r\. SEPTEMBER 1990 DEEP SEA ELMER ANNIS Elmer Annis, 66, passed away July 18. The Anacortes, Wash, native served in the Naval Reserves from 1942 to 1943. He joined the " Seafarers in October 1967 in the port of San Francisco when he transferred his membership from an SIUNA affiliate, the Sailors Union of the Pacific. Brother Annis was an active member of the deck depart­ ment when he died. MARIANO ARROYO Mariano Arroyo, 70, died June 25. Bom in Puerto Rico, he Joined the SIU in April 1940 in the port of New York. Brother Arroyo, a deck department member, was noted for helping the union whenever asked and participated in several organizing drives in Puerto Rico. He retired in Sep­ tember 1969. WILLARD BICKFORD Willard Bickford, 71, passed away July 27. He was bom in Louisiana and served in the Marines from 1935 to 1939. He Joined the union in July 1944 and sailed in the steward department. Brother Bickford started collecting his pension in March 1966. GLADSTONE DOLPHY Gladstone Dolphy, 79, passed away in a San Francisco hospi­ tal May 19. He Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards, before its merger with the SIU, in 1951. Brother Dolphy retired in February 1976. He was buried May 25 in Olivet Cemetery in Colma, Calif. His wife, Ethel, survives him. LEON FRANKLIN Leon Franklin, 76, died July 10. He was a charter member of the SIU,hav­ ing Joined in January 1939 in his native New Orleans. Brother Franklin sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in June 1979. LESTER HERBERT Lester Herbert, 72, passed away March 14 at the Bay City (Mich.) Medical Center following an extended illness. The Louisiana native Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He became a member of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District in July 1978 when the unions merged. Brother Her­ bert started drawing his pen­ sion in 1979. He was buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Saginaw, Mich. EDWARD BISS Edward Biss, 70, died Au­ gust 7. A native of Wallington, N.J., he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Biss Joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1950 in the port of New York. The engine department member upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1984. He retired in April 1985. CLYDE CUMMINS Clyde Cummins, 61, passed away July 15. Bom in Barba­ dos, he Joined the SIU in May 1974 in the port of New York. Brother Cummins started in the engine department and up­ graded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. He switched to the steward department and up­ graded to assistant cook at the school in 1983. He was an ac­ tive member at the time of his death. RAFAEL DeARCE Rafael DeArce, 77, died April 10. The Mayaguez, P.R. native Joined the union in September 1961. Brother DeArce shipped in the steward department before he started receiving his pension in December 1977. NOREL JORGENSEN Norel Jorgensen, 68, died May 31. Bom in Minneapo­ lis, he Joined the Seafarers in January 1944 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Jorgensen was a rriember of the black gang. He retired in Janu^ 1984. MARTIN LYNCH Martin Lynch, 79, passed away July 19. He was bom in Rockaway Beach, N.Y. and Joined the SIU in September 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Lynch sailed in the galley gang before he began collecting his pension in September 1981. JAMES McCHRYSTAL James McChrystal, 64, died June 17 at a Gresham, Ore. hos­ pital. The native of Northem Ireland Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He retired in April 1974. Brother McChrystal was buried in Gethsemani Cemetery in Portland, Ore. He is survived by his wife, Helen. THOMAS H. McQUAY Ihomas H. Mc­ Quay, 38, suc­ cumbed to cancer at his home in Lexing­ ton Park, Md. August 4. He was bom in Jacksonville, Fla. and gradua­ ted from the Lundeberg School in August 1970. Brother McQuay upgraded at Piney Point several times to reach the rat­ ing of recertified steward. He was an active member when he passed away. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; daughter, Tquilla; mother Gladys: four sisters; two brothers and many nieces and nephews including Jacksonville Patrolman An­ thony McQuay. DAVID MANAFE David Manafe, 67, died July 14. A native of Indonesia, he served in the Army from 1946 to 1947. Brother Manafe Joined the union in Febmary 1965 in the port of New York. The engine depart­ ment member helped the SIU organize fishermen during the mid '60s. He started collecting his pension in January 1984. CLYDE MERCER Clyde Mercer, 70, passed away May 3 in a Seattle hospital. The Idaho nativeJoined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1946. Brother Mercer began re­ ceiving his pension in August 1967. He is survived by his wife, Eula, and brother, SIU Vice President for Govemment Services Roy "Buck" Mercer. ANDRES MOLINA Andres Molina, 82, died June 24. He Joined the Seafarers in September 1944 in his native Puerto Rico. Brother Molina sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he retired in March 1973. JOSEPH MUNIN Joseph Munin, 84, passed away July 20. Bom in Latvia, he Joined the SIU in January 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Munin shipped in the engine department. He began collecting his pension in November 1964. GEORGE W. MURRILL George W. Murrill, 85, died January 5. The Mis­ sissippi native Joined the union in November 1949 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Murrill sailed in the galley gang before he retired in Febru­ ary 1977. ALEXANDER POTORSKI Alexander Potorski, passed J 71, away July •",11 • Wt f',' 23. He was bom in Penn­ sylvania and served in the Army from 1937 to 1940. Brother Potorski joined the Seafarers in August 1942 in the port of Baltimore. He upgraded his deck depart­ ment rating at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He began drawing his pension in March 1983. JAMES L. STOVER James L. Stover, 81, died June 30 in a Manhat­ tan hospi­ tal. The South Car­ olina na­ tive Joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. He began collecting his pension in July 1974. Brother Stover was buried July 5 in Fort Lincoln Cemetery in Bladensburg, Md. ALPHONSE J. TREMER JR. JAMES RANKIN James Rankin, 63, died July 22. A native of Louisiana, he Joined the SIU in April 1946 in the port of Philadelphia. He shipped in the engine departinent. Brother Rankin started collecting his pension in Octo­ ber 1989. FRANK REDIKER Frank Rediker, 42, passed away July 24. The New York native graduated from the An­ drew Fumseth Training School in New York City in March 1967. Brother Rediker up­ graded his deck department rat­ ing at the Lundeberg School in 1977. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. ABE ROSEN Abe Rosen, 70, died August 2. He served in the Army dur­ ing 1944. Brother Rosen Joined the union in May 1957 in his native Baltimore. He sailed in the galley gang until he retired in June 1976. SIDNEY SEGREE Sidney Segree, 82, passed away July 15. A native of Ja­ maica, he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Segree Joined the Seafarers in March 1955 in the port of New York. He shipped in the stew­ ard department and began col­ lecting his pension in October 1973. MELANO S. SOSPINA Melano S. Sospina, 81, died July 23. He was bom in the Philip­ pines and Joined the SIU in August 1952 in the port of New York. Brother Sospina sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He retired in January 1980. MARY STELLMAN Mary Stellman, 76, passed away March 7 in her East Palo Alto, Calif, home. She Joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1958. Sister Stellman started receiving her pension in January 1977. m Alphonse J. Tremer Jr., 67, passed away August 5. He Joined the union in September 1942 in his native Mobile, Ala. Brother Tremer sailed in the en­ gine department. He retired in Febmary 1978. ARTHUR TURNER Arthur Tumer, 69, died July 27. Bom in Santa Ana, Calif., he Joined the Seafarers in October 1955 in the port of Norfolk. Brother Tumer previously had been a member of another SIUNA af­ filiate, the Marine Firemen, Oil­ ers and Watertenders. The engine department veteran started receiving his pension in June 1985. FRANCISCO VEGA Francisco Vega, 67, passed away July 30. The Puerto Rico na­ tive Joined the SIU in November 1942. He upgraded to recertified steward at the Lundeberg School in 1980. Brother Vega was involved in many union projects in Puerto Rico and had been "a mainstay of support (to the union) here on the island," according to a retired union vice-president. He tegan collecting his pen­ sion in April 1989. LESLIE WILSON Leslie Wilson, 65, died August 8 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. Bom in Kentucky, he Joined the union in October 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Wil­ son shipped in the steward de­ partment. He is survived by a brother. Pensioner Clifton Wil­ son. FRANK WONG Frank Wong, 86, died May 29 in a San Francisco hospital. He was bom in China and Joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1945. Brother Wong re­ tired in August 1968. He was buried June 3 in Hoy Sun Me­ morial Cemetery in Colma, Calif. Continued on page 26 4" 4',' •Isi i'-• ' 1 i J' .4- ^ i'.Tii i Vl' ^ ,• ; l i':' || •K i '•fk "• • 1 ^• "141;. • 'i �-^-V PllUyP!", .. .1.,;., -rf""' ." •• '••."j •• . •....•-7'-»*'i* • • *# • V / ;< ' •-•• . . .V ••••• •• - . > --i' '. •••" .V .i * 24 SSAFAREKS LOG Lundeberg School Graduates Seven Classes 0--'s Trainee Lifeboat Class 457—Graduating from the trainee lifeboat class 457 ard, in the photo at left, (kneeling) Wendy Fearing, Vicki Barnhart, Allan Scott, Daniel fRhodes, Christenia Kilgore, Joe Johnson Jr., James Van Dyke, William L. George, David W. Smith, Johnny T. Johnson, (standing) George Tonge, Jim Tignon, Anthony Bonin, lldefonso Ramirez, Brent Stark, David St. Onge, Anthony Burrell, Richard Ball, David Labure, Brian Cain, Chris Snow, Mark Reed, Mike Conway, Steve Mark, Mark Maduro and instructor Ben Cusic. ' Tankermen—Participants in the Lundeberg School's tankerman class receive instruction in all aspects of loading, transferring and unloading various cargoes carried by tank barges. The following seafarers studied for their USCG tankerman endorsement: (kneeling, left to right) Victor Caraballo, Felix Barroso, Shane Buckalew, (standing) instructor Jim Shaffer, John Agosto, Stephen Thompson, Peter Ray and Albert Carpenter. Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—Moving up the ladder in the engine department are these FOWT graduates. From the left are (front row) Gary Bernard, Lonnie Harge, Curtis Aragon, Sam Anthony Negron, Kevin Wray, (second row) James Canty, Christopher J. Derra, Troy L. Fleming, Sam Walker, Rick Ramirez, Carmine Barbati, (third row) Devin Glbssin, William Romez, Scott Mellinger, Theron Peterson, (back row) William Harris, Carl E. Dyson, Tony Yore and John Copeland. feS-:': '• • • T?- t.'. - |s;r;: Able Bodied Seamen—Upgrading their deck department ratings to able bodied seamen are (front row, left to righfi Jay Ellis, D. Adenic, Darrell Rivera, (second row) Todd Wilson, Eric Emory, Sue Corliss, Toby Jacobsen, Charles Rogers, Ricardo ramos, Rebecca Pesgay, instructor Jake Karaczynski, (third row) Arlee Morgan, Bob Bell, Harry Massa, Michael Rectenwald, Nick Baker, Btyan-Allen, Silverio Avila, (fourth row) Lyie E. Davis, Michael J. Dykema, Gary Lamb, Micahel Riley, Bob Corbett, Allan Less, William Semprit, Sam Lampshire, (back row) Thomas E. Lockett, Jeffrey Fry, Greg Agren, Joseph Braun, Harry T. Rousseau and Reginald Nixon. zrvi'}-." .",. Marine Electronics Technician—The seafarers pictured above learned about power supplies, receivers and transmitters, operating practices and regulations and troubleshooting of analog and digital equipment. From the left are (front row) Elisa Schein, Nelson Bailey, (back row) instructor Russ Levin, Jim McBride, Dan Beeman and William McDevitt. Cook & Baker- Blair Humes recently finished upgrading to cook and baker in the steward department. To graduate, he had to con­ centrate on dessert and breakfast preparations, sanitation and work or­ ganization. Upgraders Lifeboat—These members learned about emergency drills, basic compass navigation and use of all lifeboat and life raft equipment. From the left, with instructor Ben Cusic, are Michael Hoeffer, Robert Dennis and Yahya Alhaj. m •.;v:/.i V >•' V • V >• » _ ' - J! iss^ f- '•A - r .. 5^. -.f rv V- yi /''I-'' .... �SEmmiRim NewSPAD T-ShirtsAreaHit The response for the new SIU/SPAD t-shirts has been "over­ whelming," according to SIU Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio. "Every day we hear from more and more members and their families requesting the shirts,' Since the first of the year when the union-made garments became available, more than 1,300 requests have been received in the office of the secretary-treasurer. DiOiorgio assures those members who have been waiting that they will receive their shirts shortly. "We did not ex­ pect the demand to be so great, so we are having more made. Of course, there will be plenty for those who still have not ordered." With the requests, the union has heard from many of its members, retirees and their families. "As a recent member, I would be proud to show I belong to the SIU," wrote Brother Stu Breindage. Pensioner Joseph O. Synder of Altoona, Pa. said, "This will be a great thing for me to wear back here, for I am proud to have retired from a great union." Another retiree. Brother John Fedesovich of Slidell, La. noted he had a great many memories after 44 years of sailing. "I'm active in local politics and I would like to show the shirt off," he wrote. Brother Morris Danzey of Satsuma, Ala. quipped he needed two shirts because "if I only get one my wife will get it." Pensioner Horace B. Gaskill of Morehead Gity^ N.C. also asked for an extra shirt for his wife. "I want the folks in Morehead City to know what a fine union the SIU is—the best—and I am proud to have been a seafaring man.' Mrs. Charles Perkins of Mo­ bile, Ala. asked, "May I please have a t-shirt in my husband's memory?" From the Delta Queen, Watch­ man Jeff Lettmer wrote, "I am sure that I speak for the whole crew when I say that we really appreciate the union that we belong to and we hope you keep pulling for us." The shirts feature a full color logo of the SIU on the front. "SPAD Is Porkchops, Contribute Today" is printed on the back with cor­ responding art work. The sizes for the shirts are small, medium, large and extra large. They are available by filling out the coupon located below and returning it to the office of the secretary-treasurer. T-Shir • "'-i/r-;'"", . .-'A , ••• •• The SIU has created a new t-shirt design which is avaUable to all our members on a first-come, first-served basis. The shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and a "Politics is Porkchops" cartoon in blue on the back. They are American-made. Please fill out Joseph DiGiorgio, Secretary-Treasurer the application Seafarers international Union below and 5201 Auth Way mail it to: Camp Springs, MD 20746 The young men enrolled in the Lundeberg School's entry rating pro­ gram, class 459, are pictured In front of the bus that will take them to the union's training facility In PIney Point, Md. Lundeberg School Helps Meet increased Manning Demands Continued from page 3 The union also took its training on the road, holding an upgrading course in Honolulu out of the union hall. Nineteen SIU mem­ bers participated in the FOWT class. New Recruits Are Enthusiastic Lundeberg trainee class 459 was one of the first groups to start studying at the Piney Point facility after the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. All of the students who spoke with a reporter from the Seafarers LOG said they were aware they could be heading to the Persian Gulf upon graduation and were ready to do what needs to be done. "It has crossed my mind," said Mitch Clark, 23, of St. John, Kan. "And I'm willing to do my part." David Collins, 20, of New Or­ leans is the third family member to join the SIU. His father, Donnie W. Collins I, is a chief steward while his brother, Donnie W. Col­ lins 11, works in the deck depart­ ment. On being sent to the Persian Gulf, he said it would be "no big deal. I'll do my job." Mike Harmanson, 18, of Port Arthur, Texas, also is following his father into the SIU. Floyd Har­ manson sails in the galley gang. >r V '4f-' A l p • Vk • Pt9aam aand the nmw SiU t-shirt to: NAME. ADDRESS. CITY, STATE, ZIP. BOOK# SOCIAL SECURITY#. RATING. PHONE# T-SHIRT SIZE (drcle one) S M L XL 9/90 Richard Wilson thinks about his future while sitting on top of his luggage. The younger Harmanson stated if he were shipped to the Persian Gulf he "would follow orders and be glad to do my duties." Harvey Ramos, 19, of Texas City, Texas is following in the footsteps of his family, the Zepedas. He has uncles and cousins throughout the union. "I will fol­ low orders and do my job," Ramos noted. "There's not much differ­ ence than being shipped else­ where." Philadelphian George Vlassakis, 21, served in an Army chemical company before heading for Piney Point. He said he is aware of what could happen in Iraq but it "doesn't bother" him. "I'd be a volunteer to go over there even if I wasn't shipping," he added. The same sentiment was echoed by a former Marine, Richard Wil­ son, 22, entering the school. His brother, Larry Wilson, works in the deck department and con­ vinced him to join the SIU after his hitch in the service. Many of the new SIU men said the lure of the ocean and seeing the world was a big influence in their decisions to become part of the American merchant marine. "I am used to hard work," said Miguel Rullan, 24. "I want to travel around the world and get paid for it," the Bronx, N.Y. na­ tive added. Paul Davenport, 24, of Mobile, Ala. said he "always wanted to go to sea." He was convinced by the fathers of some of his friends to attend the Lundeberg School. "My friends' fathers sail and they said it was a great career." Jack Grant, 18, of Augusta, Maine said he wanted to travel. He heard about the school from friends. Tedd Obringer, 19,' of Bainbridge Island, Wash, stated he wanted to see the world while he was young and make some money to go to college. Information on the new AB and FOWT course schedule is avail­ able on page 27 of this edition of the Seafarers LOG. Any individ­ ual interested in the union's entry rating program should contact the school for an application. •y- ' fyJ i. ' •" ' . -i.; '•<r- •• �^.7'-- 7-7:gK.^»--:gaf''w.»ftjBnpft^ •..•V ... .' '- JlllllllHP pi, \ ml v.^V-.T. IWWlSf-^--; '• ^ v'' SiAFARiRS LOG U I Continued from page 23 INLAND JASPER AUCOIN Jasper AUT coin, 66, passed away June 2. He served in both the Army and Air Force from 1942 to 1949. Boatman Aucoin joined the union in May 1977 in the port of New Orleans. He worked as a yard foreman for Ratcliffe Materials before retiring in February 1989. JULIUS BURDE Julius Burde, 84, died Au­ gust 4. He was bom in Danzig, Germany. Boatman Burde joined the Seafarers in June 1961 in the port of Philadel­ phia. He shipped in the deck department on Interstate Oil Transport vessels. He started collecting his pension in December 1971. JOHN GRIBBLE John Crib­ ble, 66, passed away Au­ gust 12 in Houston. The na­ tive of Farmington, Ala. served in the Navy from 1941 to 1942. He joined the SIU in March 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas as a deep sea member. Boatman Gribble transferred to the in­ land division in 1957. He worked his way up the deck de­ partment to become a captain for G&H Towing. He went ashore for G&H in 1979 and was promoted to vice president for marine personnel in 1989. Gribble also served as a tmstee to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. He was buried in Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Susan; three daughters, Mary Lou Owens, Carol Sue Patterson and Sharon Ann Gribble; a son, William; six stepchildren; 10 grandchildren; a sister and a brother. Know Your Rights WILLIE HOLDER FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accounts every year, which is to be sub­ mitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the member­ ship, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissent­ ing reports, specific recommenda­ tions and separate findings. Willie Holder, 75, died August 12. Bom in Dyersburg, Ky., he served in the Army from 1945 to 1949. Boat­ man Holder joined the union in April 1967 in the port of St. Louis. He sailed in the deck de­ partment until he retired in Sep­ tember 1978. STAFFORD L. McCORMICK Stafford L. Mc­ cormick, 67, passed away Au­ gust 6. After serv­ ing in the Navy from 1942 to 1945, he joined the Seafarers in his native Gal­ veston, Texas in February 1947. Boatman McCormick was involved in several union activities during his deck de­ partment career. He also sailed in the deep sea division before he started collecting his pen­ sion in August 1980. EVERETT MURRAY Everett Murr^, 87, died Au­ gust 5. He was bom in Omer, Del. and joined (he SIU in June 1961 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Boatman Murray sailed in the engine department. He began drawing his pension in March 1968. SAMUEL R. ROWE Samuel R. Rowe, 82, passed away August 13. The Virginia native joined the union in Febmary 1961 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Boatman Rowe sailed as a cook before he retired in July 1974. GREAT LAKES HERMAN DORRANCE Herman Dorrance, 66, died July 12. Bom in Mackinaw City, Mich., he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Dorrance joined the Seafarers in September 1950 in the port of Milwaukee. He sailed in the deck department. He started collecting his pen­ sion in June 1987. Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice COBRA: Continuation Health Coverage Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, may be eligible to purchase, at a pre­ mium, welfare coverage directly from the Plan. Seafarers who have lost theireligibility for Plan coverage must notify the Plan office immediately to find out whether or not they pr their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more informationabout this program, seafarers may call the membership services office at 1-800-CLAIMS-4 (1-800252-4674) or write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are ad­ ministered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trus­ tees. All trust fund financial recon^s are available at the head­ quarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as con­ tained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Ap­ peals Board. Have Union Mail Sent te Your Home CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any ar­ ticle serving the political purposes of any individual in the Union, of­ ficer or member. It has also refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the Sep­ tember 1960 meetings in all con­ stitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to .carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no cir­ cumstances should any member pay any money for any reason un­ less he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment bemade without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to Union headquarters. • CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are avail­ able in all Union halls. All mem­ bers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitu­ tional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with char­ ges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. If any mem­ bers feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union head­ quarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fiind. Its proceeds are used to fur­ ther its objects and purposes in­ cluding, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and fur­ thering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connec­ tion with such objects. SPAD sup­ ports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a con­ dition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for in­ vestigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A mem­ ber should support SPAD to protect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infor­ mation, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by cer­ tified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Send to: SIU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 r I HOME ADDRESS ^ ^ PLEASE PRINT Date:. To ensure delivery of TMB WIH be my pernianant addran tor all official Union malllnga. the Seafarers LOG each II Tlila addrota ahould lamain In Uw Union flla unloaa ottwrartaa cfiangad by ma paraonally. month and receipt of W2 forms. Seafarers Wel­ I fare Plan bulletins and Social Security No. Your Full Name other communications from the SIU's head­ L _L quarters, members AreaCtede Phone No. Your FuH Name(If name has changed) should provide the na­ tional ofhce with an upto-date home address. Apt or Box# The home address is Street considered by SIU head­ quarters to be a mem­ ber's permanent resi­ ZIP aiy dence. SIU members who have changed their names should also notify • Active SIU Member Q SIU Pensioner Book Number headquarters. Individu­ Other als receiving duplicate »check one; copies of the LOG are • This is a change of address asked to advise the • This is a new request I have never received the LOG at my home address • I am receiving more than one copy of the LOG union of this matter. If addresses or names are (Signed). incorrectly noted on cur­ rent mailings, contact headquarters. •-?i: -V. #1 �i.:t SEPTEMBER 1990 27 1990-91 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the current course schedule for October 199(>-April 1991 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SIU members and to promote the American Maritime Industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the National Emergency Mobilization in the Persian Gulf. The courses listed for 1991 are tentative. Deck Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion Date Date October 29 November 23 JamiiSfflt February 15 March 4 March 29 May 10 April 15 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Lifeboatman October 1 October 12 October 15 October 26 October 29 November 9 November 12 November 23 November 26 December 7 December 10 December 21 January 7 January 18 January 21 February 1 February 4 February 15 February 18 March 1 March 4 March 15 March 18 March 29 April 1 April 12 April 15 April 26 April 29 May 10 Ship Handling October 8 October 19 Decembers December 14 January 21 February 1 February 18 March 1 March 18 March 29 April 8 April 19 Radar Observer Unlimited October 1 October 5 November 26 November 30 February 4 February 8 March 4 March 8 April 1 April 5 April 22 April 26 Third Mate February 4 May 17 Inland Deck Licenses January 28 April 19 Celestial Navigation February 1 January 14 April 22 May 10 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Course Able Seaman a •1 ! r.'" s-" • • ; I Sfeword Upgroding Courses Completion Check-In Date Date Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) All students in the Steward Program will have a two-week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. UPGRADING APPLICATION Date of Birth. Name. (I.asli Mo./Day/Year (Middle) (First) Address. (Street) Telephone. (City) (State) (Zip Code) " (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. • No October 15 through December 7 Recerllflcotlon Progroms Check-In Date March 25 January 28 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Completion Date May 6 March 4 inglne Upgroding Courses Check-In Completion Date Date January 21 April 12 October 8 October 26 October 29 November 16 . November 19 December 7 February 8 January 21 February 11 March 1 March 4 March 22 March 25 April 12 April 15 May 3 All students must take the OH Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Pumproom Maintenance & Operations October 29 December 7 January 21 March 1 April 15 May 24 Marine Electrical Maintenance October 1 November 23 January 7 March 1 April 1 May 24 Refrigeration Systems February 4 March 15 Maintenance & Operations Diesel Engine Technology October 1 October 26 March 18 April 12 Welding March 18 April 12 Marine Electronics Technician January 14 April 5 Hydraulics October 1 October 26 All students in the Engine Depqrtment will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. Course QMED-Any Rating Fireman/Watertender and Oiler 1990 Adult Educotlon Schedule Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Check-In Date October 29 October 29 October 29 Completion Date December 8 December 7 December 7 ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course October 8 October 16 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The AdmissionsOffice WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. DATE OF RATING DATE SHIPPED DISCHARGE VESSEL HELD I Am inleroled in (he Following Coursc(s) Checked Below or lndica(ed Here if Nol Listed Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: If yes, which program: From Last grade of school completed. DATE. Home PorL Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held — O Yes Q No to — — (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes Q No If yes, course(s) Taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement: • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date Available for training Primary Language Spoken SHLSS College Progrpm Schedule for 1990 FULL 8-week Sessions SIGNATURE. DepartmenL Seniority • Yes Check-In Completion Date Date October I October 5 October 29 November 2 December 10 December 14 February 22 February 18 April 5 April 1 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must he taken. Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Book #. Social Security #. U.S. Citizen: Oil Spill Course —— —— DF;CK • AB/Sealifl • I si Class Pilot • Third Mate • Radar Observer Unlimited • Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboal (Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original,.Ird Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics Q Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboalman (Musi be taken with another coiirse) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARIMENT Q] Adult Basic Educalion (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (OEf)) .• Developmental Studies (DVSl Q English as a Second Language (ESI.) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENGINE • FOWT • QMED-Any Rating • Variable Speed IX.' Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • • • .• • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboal Inland CiKtk COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree Q Certificate Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. — —-—— RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO Seafarers Harry Lundelierg Upgrading Ccnier. Pincy Point. Ml) 21)674 9/VO ' f •: . �v. SEAmiOEItS ' ''i -J- •®'-''•-'" "l" Bosun Jack Edwards, right, displays his commendation from MarAd. September 1990 Volume 52, Number 9 Two SlU Members Receive Maritime's Highest Award for Roies in 1987Reaver State Rescue Surprise is the word both Bosun ing with the sounds, the rolling of Jack Edwards and AB Robert the ship and using a mask," he said. Welles use to describe their reac­ The SIU members removed the tion when they discovered they officers within 30 minutes, "but it were to be awarded the Distin­ seemed more like three hours," guished Service Medal Welles added. Both of­ by the Maritime Admin­ ficers were unconscious istration. when they were brought The SIU members re­ out of the hold. The chief ceived their medals, mate recovered from the which are the highest accident but the third awards MarAd can give mate never regained con­ to merchant mariners, at sciousness and eventual­ separate ceremonies in ly died. "It was kind of San Francisco last like a nightmare," Welles month. said. "The third mate was While both men said my watch partner on the they were proud to be bridge. I got to know recognized and remem­ about his family and we bered for their efforts, had become friends." they quickly mentioned The ship maintained their shipmates were radio contact with doc­ equally deserving. "It tors on shore to try to help was a team effort," re­ the two officers. All called Welles. "Every­ crewmembers mounted a body chipped in and watch on the injured men everybody deserves to and performed CPR and share in this medal." first aid when needed. Edwards and Welles, "We did the best we led the efforts February could do," said Welles."I 23, 1987 oh the Beaver don't know what else we State to save the lives of could have done." two mates who had suc­ Both SIU members cumbed to fumes during The Distinguished said they have tried to tank cleaning opera­ forget what happened Service Medal tions. The vessel was on that day. "I don't like to its way to Portland, Ore. to load brag or talk about it," said Ed­ grain, and tank cleaning had been wards. But when word of the going on for several days. award arrived at Edwards' San Edwards remembered the Maries, Idaho home, the whole cleaning was almost finished when family got excited. "My wife told he monitored a distress call from the local newspaper. They treated the third mate that the chief mate me like I was some kind of hero. I had passed out in the tank. The was interviewed by them. They bosun was on the deck and hollered wrote a half-page story on it and to the crew that there was an emer­ took my picture." gency. Welles said he was working Welles noted the whole incident had been so "harrowing" that he in another hold when he heard the had been trying to forget it. "I only emergency whistle blow. had read about such rescues; I The two grabbed emergency never had been involved in one." breathing gear and went down into He said receiving the medal the tank. Welles recalled the 100foot deep tank as being dark and brought the incident "full circle." Both men received a letter from oily."It was almost like scuba div- % . • r. I •'•• '• It was a proud day for all those joining Jack Edwards at his awards ceremony in San Francisco. From the left are his niece, Sandra Schierman; his wife, Evelyn Edwards; his son, J.J. Edwards; the Western Regional Director of MarAd, Robert A. Bryan; Edwards; SIU West Coast Vice President George McCartney, and his great nephew, John Schierman. Warren Leback, head of MarAd, with their medals. In the com­ munication, Leback noted, "With disregard for your own personal safety, you performed in a truly heroic maimer in saving the life of a fellow crewmember in a perilous rescue operation." Edwards began sailing with the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1969. He had served as a volunteer firefighter for 12 years in Duvall, Wash, before moving to Idaho. He said he was able to use his firefighting experiences as well as his in­ volvement in a similar rescue aboard the Golden Dolphin in 1980 to help the two mates. Welles graduated from the Limdeberg School in 1979. He also teaches in the San Francisco Help Locate This Missing Child The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is seeking the help of Seafarers in locating 6-year-old Amanda Robyn Otter. San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona (left) and SIU West Coast Vice President George McCartney (right) presertt AB Robert Welles with his Distinguished Sen/ice Medal and MarAd commendation. • 't" ' . ' 4 -i' . ••• • ' v:;, metropolitan area. He noted he has the best of both worlds because he works in two professions that allow him the" time to travel. "It's not easy to balance teaching and shipping, but so far I've been able to do it." Although he realizes the day may come that he has to give up one for the other, he said he is not there yet. The Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to U.S. merchant seamen who distinguish themsel­ ves through outstanding service or conduct beyond the line of duty. It was created originally to honor mariners working between Sep­ tember 9, 1939 and July 25, 1947, but was revived by Congress in 1956 and has been awarded peri­ odically since. Amanda Robyn Otter The child, known by the name "Manda," was abducted by her non-custodial mother, April Curtis, and her step-father, Kenneth Brewster, February 26, 1988 from San Bernardino, Calif. She was then 4 years old. Amanda stood 3 feet tall, had blonde hair and blue eyes and weighed 30 pounds when she was last seen. Anyone with information about the young girl should contact the National center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 8435678 or the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office (Calif.) Missing Persons Unit at (714) 3878520 or their local FBI office. h:i � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource September 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SHORT SESSION FOR CONGRESS: FARM BILL, ALASKA OIL ON AGENDA IN ALL SIU PORTS, SEAFARERS KEEP THE SHIPS SAILING 'VALIANT AMERICANS' IN GULF PRAISED BY PRESIDENT BUSH UNION'S SCHOOL GEARS UP FOR CRISIS FAST SEALIFT SHIP BEGINS SECOND VOYAGE TO GULF FIRST OF THRE CABLE SHIPS DUE IN DECEMBER 'STEAMBOAT TONY' KASTINA, FORMER UNION OFFICIAL, DIES THE MV MOKU PAHU IS A 'FEEDER ON THE SWEET RUN' SEAFARERS SEEK TARIFF RELIEF FOR DEVASTATED TUNA INDUSTRY ST. CLAIR CREWMEMBER COMPARES DEEP SEA TO LAKES EXPERIENCE NEW GARBAGE REGULATIONS TAKE EFFECT USNS CAPELLA, FAST SEALIFT SHIP, ENDS FIRST GULF TRIP CREWS PRAISE LUNDEBERG INSTRUCTORS FOR THEIR WORK ON MISSISSIPPI RIVERBOATS COLLISION AT SEA CLAIMS LIVES OF 3 SIU FISHERMEN SEN. HEFLIN TELLS RETIREES: 'JONES ACT VITAL TO U.S.' AIDS STUDY GROUP PROFFERS A PLAN FOR EDUCATION FLORENCE PENNY RETIRES; SPENT 33 YEARS WITH SIU CLINIC KISS THE ANGELS LUNDEBERG SCHOOL STUDENTS DEMONSTRATE SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AMONG PUBLIC QMED BAREDIAN EARNS DEGREE ADVANCED FIREFIGHTING WILL BE OFFERED IN FEB. ROBERT ADAMS AND SON FOLLOW CALL TO SEA STRIKING EASTERN WORKERS RECEIVE SUPPORT OF SEAFARERS ATU MEMBERS THANK SIU FOR HELP DURING GREYHOUND STRIKE NEW SPAD T-SHIRTS ARE A HIT TWO SIU MEMBERS RECEIVE MARITIME'S HIGHEST AWARD FOR ROLES IN 1987 BEAVER STATE RESCUE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 9 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/f58ecb33bcdfe11ab46fb1bb09adff08.PDF a13d3a13a9b51060d919c77f7d781d15 PDF Text Text ^ • AFWrD • ATUNftC 6ULF, LAKIES AND INLAND WATKS SEAEUaSBS SSfvi:;!; Volume 53, Number 9 September 1991 Worker Tax' Hawed: SlU Heavy Shipping Continues in Wake Of Desert Stem .'-4< -• y>;|X^X X.,; V •; ;'-,v v.. .,r :• a-'- f - Poge 2 -• • > %• • • 7' •"-• *•'. • '•V'--. 7'> •..:"i''-\ • •- .X"' '• j' J w'jr'-.• • • , ^ . .. 'After Me,' Said the Captain. iJX - \ The world was startled to learn that the captain of the sinking Oceanos was among the first to be evacuated. More than 500 passengers aboard the cruise vessel had to rely on the help of the ship's entertainment staff In the rescue. This photo was taken moments before the ship settled to the bottom of the sea off South Africa's coast. Story on page 3. "y •¥ Hurricane Battere New Bedford's Fishing Fleet ' M'T:] • ' Page 6 '•4r •• it •/ X.-. .-•s ; .fts- •ft • .,5' • , -"V', XX " .• r,x#-v^'t'ii'- Piney Point Facility Named for Paul Hall Lundeberg School students and visitors passing through the main gate will attended by hundreds of maritime Industry and labor representatives and note the new sign Indicating the PIney Point complex now Is named the Seafarers, both active and retired, was held on the anniversary of the birth Paul Hall Center for Maritime Education and Training. A dedication ceremony date of the late president of the SlU. Story on page 3. I A .• X ^ , .• f • •J; ' ;e-' , • " UXL -XXV-1 ;j A i �•, ir:.v, 7- siUAREItS LOG !>;7 „rf-:-;vr-, ' "'. •• -S - •- President's Report , ,c-*: •^•' Freedom and Democracy • .' / • ' --^i; ', '•: / • j\.- •'(.• I -• S« .' -i ••, i .'- .. J-,'/V''.'!."' -'• #1 j; fe: V Last month, in a three-day period, an event of almost incalculable significance took place in the Soviet Union—an event which could easily define the world as we know it for the rest of our lives. Begin­ ning on August 19, for the first time in more than 1000 years, the Russian people conclusively beat back tyranny and have struck an indelible blow in behalf of freedom and democracy. Now we can look forward to seeing the Russian worker enjoy the freedom that a worker in a democracy has. While this may seem rather inconsequential to the think-tank types and lofty bureaucrats, such rights have monu­ mental consequences. After all, communism was supposed to create socalled worker states. But any worker could tell you that was a bunch of bunk. In practice, the communist party in the Soviet Union—and elsewhere in the world—kept workers from exercising their rights to get together and act in their own interest. Mi h 1 Sfl hapless gang of hard-liners orchestrating the Micnaei sacco ti^gy would have the support of workers and the Russian people generally because of the real dissatisfaction which exists throughout the Soviet Union with the condition of the economy. It appears they also assumed that a show of military force would wipe out any thoughts of mounting an opposition. The Soviet hard-liners made the same mistake most dictators make— they did not correctly judge the depth of a people's desire to be free, a people's desire for self-determination. It seems the Russian people, who for the past five years had glimpses of freedom and who practiced limited democracy, liked what they had and wanted more. The Russian people understood what Mikhail Gorbachev—who re­ cently was moving closer to the right and attempting to put a lid on many of the political reforms he had originally introduced—did not. For Soviet workers, there was nothing wrong with the new political freedoms, they just did not go far enough. No one, it seems, wants to go back to the past; for Soviet workers, solutions are to be found in the future. The Russian people also understood a point often missed by this nation's academics and government officials—that freedom and democ­ racy are not abstract theories. In this case, tens of thousands of Russian citizens look to the streets to defend their freedoms, and thousands of workers answered the call of Boris N. Yeltsin, the demo­ cratically-elected president of the Russian federated republic, for strikes of "universal, unlimited" proportions. Hours after Yeltsin urged this action, Soviet miners in the Kuzbass coal fields shut down 26 mines, while auto workers in Siberia, Murmansk public transport work­ ers and other groups put strikes into effect. 'Freedom Comes from the Ground' We in the American labor movement always have believed that, as AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland notes, "The story of freedom—and what it takes to get it—does not take place in the ministries or counting houses of the elite. Rather, it is the story of ordinary working people courageously rising to their feet and demanding their fundamental rights. Freedom and democracy do not come from the sky, but from the ground." There is much work to do in the Soviet Union, as well as in the former communist states of Eastern and Central Europe. We in the American labor movement will continue to stand with the workers of those countries. We will continue to stand on the side of their free and independent trade unions. The events of last month should clear the way for Soviet workers and their independent trade unions to fully participate in decision­ making processes both at their work sites and in their government. This ability to participate in a meaningful way will be critical in the days ahead if the former communist states are to build economies of substance—ones in which all people can participate, whether as wageearners, investors, managers or owners. Our Own Heritage I think it is fitting at this point to recall the communists' attempt to gain control of the American waterfront, a fierce battle in which this union was deeply involved. Looking back through old issues of the LOG from the 1940s, today's Seafarer can get a sense of how intense the fight really was. The communists, who maintained a waterfront section, sought to gain control of those industries which they deemed essential to winning control of a nation, and foremost among those sectors of the economy were communications and transportation—in particular, shipping. With this in mind, the communists maintained an apparatus designed to take over maritime labor. Looking over past LOGs reminds us that our people were never duped by the communists. The Seafarers recognized that the commies were not sincerely trying to advance the cause of workers but were, in fact, only interested in advancing the line from Moscow. Desert Storm Redefiloyineiit Keeps Ships en Gulf ftun Bringing military materiel back to the United States from the Per­ sian Gulf should keep most of the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ves­ sels broken out for Desert Shield and Desert Storm active through the end of this year, estimates the government agency in charge of sealift operations. The Military Sealift Command reports that more than 100 ships are involved in the redeployment effort. Of those vessels, 49 are from the RRF, three are prepositioning ships and 52 are commer­ cial carriers and seven are fast sealift ships. Of the commercial charters, 28 are U.S-flag ships and 24 are foreign-flag. To date, 1.3 million short tons of dry cargo have been redeployed in Operation Desert Sortie, the military name for the Middle East engagement since the war ended. The redeployment effort is pro­ ceeding carefully because much of the equipment being loaded was damaged by desert conditions and war activities. Plenty of Jobs. For Seafarers, the ongoing Per­ sian Gulf effort has meant that shipping is very high. In addition to manning the RRF ships on the gulf run. Seafarers recently crewed another reserve force vessel—the Pioneer Commander—which was broken out for sea trials. The Par cific Gulf Marine-contracted ship was supplied SIU manpower by the union's Mobile hall. Only one of the eight fast sealift ships, all of which are manned by the SIU, has been put back into reduced operating status (ROS). The USNS Altair is now on ROS, but the other workhorse ships con­ tinue to transport heavy equip­ ment for the military. Most of the prepositioning fleet has returned to its assigned home base of Diego Garcia or Guam. Recalling the 70s Farmworkers' Beefs Cook Ahmed Sharif (right) and SIU Patrolman Harmando "Sal" Salazar were reunited with Cesar Chavez when the United Farm Workers president was in Seattle to rally support for the union's current grape boycott. Sharif, who currently sails on the Great Land, worked for the Farmworkers in the '70s as an interpreter of Arabic during UFW organizing campaigns. Salazar, at the direction of then SIU President Paul Hall, worked with Chavez in '73 and '74 during an intense UFW beef with Califomia growers. . ^ Applications Now Are Being Accepted For the 1992 Seafarers Scholarship Program. Turn to Page 10 for Details Volume 53, Number 9 September 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers Internationa! Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith-, Assistant Editor, Daniel DM«can; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall; Associate Editor/ Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. "M '"i •/ 'VI n'-'lij �SiFTlMBER 1991 SlU Sees Flaws in CG's 'Woricer Tax' 1 I'* • t-. \ • - -• •",' The SIU has charged that the Coast Guard's formula for making seamen pay for their documents and licenses is based on a number of false assumptions and that the agency is not entitled to thes^ fees. The Seafarers position on the Coast Guard's plan to chaige sea­ men a so-called user fee for costs involved in the issuance of mer­ chant marine documents (or zcards), licenses and certificates of registry was submitted to the agency in response to a notice on the matter which first appeared in the Federal Register. Currently the Coast Guard is reviewing all submissions, and at this point the agency has not assigned a starting date for the program. In the union's strongly-worded communication, SIU President Michael Sacco vigorously ob­ jected to the entire notion of mak­ ing American seamen pay for the right to be employed aboard U.S.flag ships, noting the union be­ lieves it amounts to nothing short of a "worker tax." The union's statement recognized, however, that the Coast Guard was simply putting into effect a user fee plan mandated by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Ac( of 1990 enacted last year to address the nation's fede^ deficit. The SIU pointed out the follow­ ing flaws in the agency's plan: the lack of recognition for services provided by Lundeberg School personnel to assist seamen in ob­ taining their documents and licen­ ses; inadequate disclosure of the methodology used by the Coast Piney Point Complex Named for Paul Hall Guard in determining the rates it will charge for documents and li­ censes; the open-endedness of the scheme which could allow the fees to rise to sky-high levels. Misconceived Premise Additionally, the union noted that the entire scheme did not square with the public interest. Sacco said in the union's com­ munication, "The SIU rejects the notion that merchant seamen are the sole beneficiaries of the Coast Guard's licensing and documen­ tation program. "In fact, it is the union's asser­ tion that the procedure of tracking the skills of mariners is done in the public interest, for the good of the citizenry as a whole. It is not logical to assume that safe waterways are only for the benefit Of those who work on vessels. "Therefore, it is in the public interest that seamen not be sad­ dled with a fee for a service de­ signed to ensure the nation's waterways remain safe, navigable and environmentally sound." No Cap on Fees Of great concern to Seafarers, noted the SIU, is the fact that there is no sound basis for the high cost of fees proposed by the Coast Guard and no guarantee that the rates would not go up and up and up. The union's suspicions are based on the fact that the user fee scheme is simply a way in which funds can be raised to offset the budget crisis facing the U.S. government. "The SIU concedes the good intentions of the Coast Guard with respect to annual revisions of the fee schedule. However, history will clearly demonstrate that rev­ enue-raising measures rarely, if ever, are reduced. On the con­ trary, they become fixed in our scheme of raising funds for the nation's treasury and generally are increased. This happens not be­ cause the fee is based on a service, but because of the revenue needs of the government. We submit the Coast Guard's user fees will be used in such a fashion," said Sacco in the SIU's comments. "Absent a fixed fee schedule or a ceiling, a seaman has no guar­ antee the charges for obtaining documents will not go Up in rapid succession and arrive at astro­ nomical proportions." Cost Methodology Murky As presently proposed, the Coast Guard would charge from $35 for a document without a qualified rating to $330 for an upper level license. The SIU statement said, "The Coast Guard's mechanisms for selecting fees have not been sufficiently exposed to allow for thorough evaluation; the Federal Continued on page 6 Sinking of Greek Cniise Ship Raises Concems Over Safely A statue of Paul Hall now is located at the circle on the Piney Point property's main road. Trainees line up in preparation for the ceremony marking the naming of the complex after the late president of the SIU. The complex embodying the Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship in Piney Point, Md. has been named the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Edu­ cation as a result of action taken by the institution's board of trust­ ees. The dedication of the Paul Hall Center was marked with a simple ceremony on August 20, the an­ niversary date of the birth of the late president of the Seafarers In­ ternational Union. In describing the naming of the Piney Point center, Herbert Brand, chairman of the Transportation Institute and master of ceremonies for the event, called it "more than a dedication—it is an act of re­ membrance" for the man who headed the SIU from 1947 until his death in 1980. "From its very be^nning as a training and upgrading facility, which Paul named for his color^l and formidable predecessor of the Seafarers International Union, Pi­ ney Point has been and is Paul Hall," said Brand in opening the ceremony which was attended by representatives of the maritime industry. Many SIU members, both active and retired, also were on hand for the occasion. *With Us in Spirit' Brand, who worked closely with Paul Hall for more than three dec­ ades, noted that "although it is Photos from Ceremony on Pages 14 and 15 now 11 years since Paul has passed away, he continues to be with us in spirit. Hardly a day goes by that somewhere a former associ­ ate, a former co-worker does not make some reference to an expe-' rience shared with or an experi­ ence learned from Paul, from this remarkable leader of men and women. "No one who worked with Paul and who observed his inspiring leadership qualities and his amaz­ ing technical skills could ever for­ get him," said Brand. Ran Hettena, president of Mar­ itime Overseas Corp., observed Continued on pt^e 24 The actions of the captain and other crewmembers aboard the sinking Greek-flag cruise ship, the Oceanos, have brought world at­ tention to the safety conditions of passenger vessels and the training of shipboard personnel. The Oceanos incident, which took place off the southeast coast of South Africa on August 4, currently is being investigated by authorities in that nation as well as by Greek officials. While none of the 571 people aboard lost their lives, serious questions have been raised as to why the captain had himself evac­ uated before more than a hundred passengers had been rescued and why the ship's entertainment staff had to take charge during the emergency operation instead of crewmembers—many of whom reportedly abandoned ship at the first sign of trouble. Witnesses, including a South African Navy diver in charge of the rescue maneuvers, said Cap­ tain Yiannis Avranas, the 7,554ton cruise ship's master, actually forced his way to the front of the rescue line and demanded to be taken off the ship by the first South African Air Force rescue helicop­ ter before the passengers were saved. 'Cowardice of the First Order' Frank O. Braynard, curator of the American Merchant Marine Museum at King's Point, N.Y., Continued on page 12 ' f-'" ^ One of the 571 Oceanos passengers is helped out of the vehicle which brought her to the safety of a hotel. Vacationers aboard the vessel expressed surprise that crewmembers would leave the sinking vessel before passengers. 4 ti.;; ' '-n- •fr • ' f'." 1/' • '. "J ,i; i I• f. ''jtt: •'.M •• . •m •- "S • • • • r-:; -v •--••J I; -Tf.' 'i; ^ A:.-- --i'. �' ' •':r't:. f JE- * )Bb—^ '7=- Cash Aid, AliWR on Deck When Congress Returns A conference committee made up of representatives from both the House and Senate will review a foreign aid bill containing a "buy American/ship American" provi­ sion when the Congress returns to session this month after a summer recess. In addition, members of the Senate are expected to debate a national energy policy of which a key component is the exploration of oil in the Arctic National Wild­ life Refuge (ANWR) in Alaska. Ship American Section This summer, during a debate on the so-called cash transfer bill, which provides that foreign aid recipients get direct monies from the U.S. government, the buy American/ship American provi­ sions of the legislation remained intact. However, opponents of the U.S.-flag maritime industry mounted an attack on the section, which required that a portion of the goods purchased in the U.S. be carried on American bottoms. In both the House and Senate, the attempt to scuttle U.S. shipping was defeated. As the cash transfer bill goes to conference committee, SIU leg­ islative representatives, as well as the American maritime industry in general, will be keeping a close watch on the legislation to ensure that the ship American provision does not get dumped at the last minute. Seafarers and other elements of the U.S.-flag shipping industry will be active in the push to open up ANWR for oil exploration. The ANWR oil reserve is thought to be one of the largest oil reservoirs in the United States. Those mem­ bers of Congress favoring the de­ velopment of the ANWR oil re­ serve note that only a 1.5 million acre site is sought for the project out of the 19 million acre national reserve. The transport of Alaska oil to the lower 48 states, a Jones Act run, has been a significant factor in the maintenance of a U.S.-flag tanker fleet. Development of the ANWR oil reserves will ensure a U.S.-flag tanker capacity in the future. CG Fishing Vessei Ruies Go into Effect Sent. 15 - 'i.-'-' Regulations designed to im- < prove safety conditions in the fish­ ing industry go into effect on Sep­ tember 15, the U.S. Coast Guard announced in the Federal Regis­ ter. The Coast Guard rules imple­ ment the Commercial Fishing In­ dustry Vessel Safety Act, which was passed by Congress in 1988 in an attempt to reduce casualties in one of the most risky and haz­ ardous of industries. The regulations require all com­ mercial fishing vessels to obtain and maintain a host of safetyrelated items—such as fire fighting equipment, life preservers, ring life buoys, backfire flame arresters for gasoline engines, visual dis­ tress signals and emergency po­ sition indicating radio beacons (EPIRBS). The Coast Guard also is man­ dating that fishing vessel person­ nel be trained in first aid and emergency procedures. Addition­ ally, after September 15 all ship­ board injuries requiring medical attention beyond first aid must be reported. " ;|V;;;;; '.>C •M'. '-i ;• •' •i- '•: :U- KM k.: :'••'/ •\ •y'AKMKK!' W " - 4';. "K" -•• Factory Ships For larger vessels, newly-built vessels and ones which operate in cold water or far from shore, even more extensive regulations apply. These vessels must be equipped with life rafts, immersion suits, extensive navigational equipment, high water alarms in unmanned spaces along with bilge pumps for all these areas. Numerous design specifications have been included such as grab rails, escape routes and launch SEAfARERSm > J- hatches for lifeboats for the largest of fishing ships, generally known as "factory ships," or those ca­ pable of processmg fish while at sea. The Congress is continuing to hold hearings on safety conditions in the fishing industry. Among the items to be considered by both the House and Senate is the matter of licensing and training of fishing vessel crewmembers. tkmtracts Department Deceives Inquiries OR Sodal Security Tax Seafarers have noted that some companies are posting two sepa­ rate entries on paycheck stubs for the social security tax. The SIU Contracts Department has been asked why this is occurring. The Contracts Department re­ ports the practice is based on a rule the Internal Revalue Service implemented in 1991. IRS Circu­ lar E from the Employer's Tax Guide states: "Beginning in 1991, the wage bases for the two parts of the social security tax (social security and medicare) are differ­ ent. "Employers can no longer combine and report the withhold­ ing as a single amount," states the circular. It advises employers they will be required to report the withholding for social security and medicare separately. The IRS notes the base wage for social security is $53,400 and the base wage for medicai:e is $125,000. Liberty Sea Crew Refeie to Contract When there is a beef aboard ship, refer to the contract, notes the crew of the Uberty Sea. With a standard tanker agreement in hand, ail beefs were settled and the payoff proceeded smoothly. At the meeting are (from left, front row) Patrolman Steve Judd, AB Charlie Merida, Chief Cook Cathleen Martin, SA Gerardo Lopez, (back row) Patrolman Bobby Milan, Bosun J.R. Colangelo, Chief Steward Heien Mizeil, DEU D.R. Halstead and AB J.J. Mole Jr. Govmamt bsues I^MHt On SbmemU Jackson Fire Human error and poor equip­ ment design are the reasons given by a U.S. Coast Guard report for the enginerpom fire that killed six mariners, including three Seafar­ ers, aboard the Stonewall Jackson on February 9. "The proximate cause of this casualty was human error on the part of the licensed engineer on watch as he did not ensure the inboard cap of the turbine gener­ ator duplex lube oil strainer was properly secured before changing the liibe oil flow from the outboard strainer to the inboard strainer," wrote Commander David Miller, who investigated the disaster for the Coast Guard. "The ergonomics (working con­ ditions and design) of the duplex lube oil strainer installation is poor," he continued in his report to the commandant's office. "This caused the operating engineers to only use the inboard strainer, ex­ cept when cleaning the strainer." Miller recommended all vessels equipped with Delaval turbine generators similar to the one aboard the Jackson "evaluate the need to make the strainer more accessible to the operating engineer" and "install suitable shields around the duplex lube oil strainer to prevent lube oil from spraying on hot pip­ ing or turbine surfaces." The report described the strain­ er's location to be 54 inches from the deck with the turning lever another three inches higher. The locking bar is five feet above the deck. "An engineer must reach 18 inches horizontally over piping to reach the turning lever and over 24 inches to change the outboard strainer," Miller reported. Newspaper articles following the accident stated the Navy installs such shields on its vessels with Delaval turbine generators. Although no autopsies were conducted on the six black-gang members. Miller theorized all of them died of asphyxiation because "the chance for survival . . . was minimized due to the character­ istics of the fire in that it erupted quickly and burned violently." While the Coast Guard com­ mandant's office agreed with Mill­ er's conclusions and recommen­ dations on these matters, it disagreed with his remarks that the six might have been saved had the engineroom been equipped with emergency escape breathing ap­ paratus (EEBA). Captain Gerald Barton, writing for the comman­ dant's office, noted the fire was so consuming "it is unclear whether there would have been enough time for the four engineers in the storeroom to don EEBAs." Miller was unable to begin his investigation aboard the Jackson until mid-March when the Water­ man Steamship Co. vessel was docked in Singapore. The fire, which claimed the lives of QMED Edmund Clayton, QMED Prince Wescott and Wiper Henry Hyman, occurred while the ship was sailing in the Indian Ocean from Singa­ pore to the Suez Canal. The LASH (lighter aboard ship) vessel was towed first to Sri Lanka where the bodies were removed, then to Sin­ gapore. The Coast Guard investigator based his conclusions on inter­ views with the surviving crewmembers, affidavits taken by the ship's master and an inspection. Special Message to Galley Gang Members from the Seafarers LOG Send in your holiday recipes by November 8 — to appear in a spe­ cial feature in the December issue of the LOG. Send your recipes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 �mmm) SEPTiMBER 1991 AT&T's Global lAik Gets Off to Good Start SIU members put forth extra ef­ along for this special trip, fort to make certain the Global "Everyone put forth a good ef­ Link got off to a safe and produc­ fort," Harper said, "Nobody turned tive start this summer, as Seafarers down overtime and no one com­ crewed the vessel during its plained, We worked hand in hand maiden voyage. The Global Link, to get the job done," a Transoceanic Cable ship, sailed He added," We had a great turn­ from Singapore to Hawaii for its out at the cookouts. We had plenty inaugural run. of diet soda, chicken, ribs, steaks, Bosun Herb Libby, who came potato salad and more," back from retirement earlier this Steward Assistant A.J. Severe, year to bring out the ship, com­ sporting a T-shirt with "Maiden mended the SIU members for their Voyage" printed on it, noted the efforts aboard the Global Link, camaraderie among crewmem"They were very good, superior," bers, "This is a good group," he said Libby, who joined the SIU in said 1948 in New York, "The ship was Transoceanic Cable is a subsid­ quite dirty when we took it over. iary of AT«&T, The parent com­ We didn't have too big of a crew, pany recently held a reception in but there was a lot of work to do Baltimore following the Link's and the guys dug right in and did maiden voyage, for union officials it," and crewmembers. Libby, 63, also was part of the Besides the Long Lines, the original crew on the cable ship Global Link's other sister ships are Long Lines, one of the Global the Charles Brown and the Global Link's sister vessels, "A maiden Sentinel, The Global Sentinel is voyage is a little different," he said, preparing for her maiden voyage. "You expect different things from a new ship, but nothing bad." AB Robert Gettridge, who graduated from the Lundeberg School last year, reported smooth sailing during the Global Link's initial voyages, which included stops in Panama and Baltimore, "Everyone had a good attitude," said Gettridge, 22, "There were no problems, just open sea and calm weather, " This job is fun, I love it, I really can't complain," Chief Steward Ken Rosiek noted several well-attended cookouts which took place between Singapore and Hawaii, But there also was "an incredible amount of work done," said the 55-year-old Rosiek, who joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1970, be­ fore the union merged with the AGLIWD, "Most people saw a job that had to be done and went right to it. People really worked hard," Chief Cook Victor Harper, 33, said he was excited to be a part of the Link's maiden voyage, "It's different, a challenge to bring it out and get it up to standard," said the galley gang member who joined the SIU 11 years ago in Philadel­ phia, Also a recertified steward. Harper captured the voyage on vid­ Bosun Herb Libby came out of retire­ eotape — he brought a camera ment for Global Link's maiden voyage. "•rf; .i: "' f W '• i' • • i ' .' 'I' •- . v T• • .^1 '" -v.TV-M ... .'•'I:''-':'Enjoying the AT&T reception are SIU members (from left) A,J, Severe, Aaron Swan, Kamin Ragi and Jim Musker, -J; y. •.Si.' 'i\-r •••V . 'V' .'•S • • ."S- I Chief Steward Ken Rosiek com­ mended the performance of Seafarers, Steward department member Fer­ nando Vaioe tidies up in the galley. Chief Steward David Merriken relaxes at the AT&T reception in Baltimore, OS Tony Sivola heads for the reception to celebrate the maiden voyage. ... As the newest cable ship in the Transoceanic fleet, the Global Link's majden voyage took her from Singapore to Honolulu, Hawaii, ' If;- �.- -,'-7-»Vi;^»^T=''""' -,i5i, StAfMRCRS v»i.'•' Hurricane Pounds New Bedford Fishing Fieet •'4l'-•";'•• "V::':: ••ip.; 1r ••- _., :5: the relatively light damage to fish­ ing boats, Francois said "all of the repair places here are full. Some of [the boats] will be out of commission for at least a month." An estimate of total fishing boat damage was unavailable at press time, but the SlU-crewed May­ flower was considered one of the worst hit. That boat sustained roughly $60,000 worth of damage. Seafarers-contracted fishing boats in the port of New Bedford, Mass. were among those damaged by the 100-mph winds of Hurri­ cane Bob last month, but things could have been much worse. In the town known as one of the nation's most bountiful fishing centers, there was, miraculously, no loss of life and no serious injuries, reported the New Bed­ ford Standard-Times. Most of the approximately 40 fishing boats (25 percent of the New Bedford fleet) damaged dur­ ing the mid-August storm sus­ tained only minor harm, although many pleasure crafts suffered more serious damage. Enough warning was provided so the vast majority of fishermen returned to port be­ fore the winds struck. "Most of the damage came from boats banging against each other in port" due to the winds, SIU Port Agent Henri Francois noted. He added none of the boats sank. The New Bedford harbor is pro­ tected by a hurricane gate which closed before Bob hit. But despite Smaller Craft Hurled Overall, the New Bedford area sustained millions of dollars in damages. Hundreds of trees and thousands of limbs were blown onto houses and cars. Some smaller boats were hurled onto land, and roughly 3(X),(XX) area residents were left without electricity. Hurricane Bob closed several eastern ports including New Bed­ ford, Boston, Providence, R.I. and Portland, Maine. New York, the east coast's largest port, was un­ affected by the storm which dumped less than one inch of rain on most areas. ;pm Much of the damage to New Bedford fishing vessels during Hurricane Bob came from boats smashing into each other. Such was the case with the MV Atlantis pictured above. Seafarers in Jersey City Parade Members of the Pillpino-Americans for Progress Association (PAPA) marched with the Seafarers in a Jersey City summer parade. The SiU counts in its ranks many Filipino Americans from the Jersey City area. . \. . The SlU-crewed Mayflower sustained the most damage of any of the vessels in the New Bedford fleet when Hurricane Bob hit. False Assumptions Underiie User Fee Plan, Charges SIU Continued from page 3 Register is devoid of any substan­ tiating of costs." With so little detail provided on how the agency arrived at its costs, the union asked that detailed in­ formation on the matter be pro­ vided to all interested parties. Lundeberg School Services Another reason the SIU ques­ tions the costs arrived at by the agency is that the user fee "for­ mulation is so vague" and does not take into account a situation like that which exists at the Lun­ deberg School where the institu­ tion's personnel act, in effect, like an adjunct Coast Guard office. In the case of a seaman enrolled at the Lundeberg School, if he or she paid the user fee the Coast Guard is proposing, that individual would be charged, in part, for the work being done by the privatelyendowed Lundeberg School. The SIU statement pointed out that the Lundeberg School per­ forms many functions which di­ minish or render unnecessary many of the activities of the Coast Guard in relation to the processing of documents and licenses. "The re­ sult is a cost savings for the Coast Guard in the evaluation, exami­ nation and issuance expenses in­ curred when an individual applies for a document, upgrades his rat­ ing or sits for a license," said Sacco. "The SIU believes it is inap­ propriate for the Coast Guard to chaige for services associated with the obtaining of documents and licenses that are conducted by Lundeberg School personnel." Exemption for Reserve The Coast Guard asked the pub­ lic to comment on who should be exempted from the fees in order to encourage participation in a "merchant marine reserve pro­ gram." Sacco said, "The SIU believes it is in the public interest to main­ tain a qualified pool of manpower available to crew any surge in U.S.-flag shipping which might take place for reasons of either national defense or economic security." He pointed out that the Lundeberg School is in a position to mobilize seamen immediately in the event of any national emergency. The union noted the Lundeberg School "can pour hundreds of qualified mariners into an imme­ diate shipping pool," train seamen quickly in the necessary skills spe­ cific to any of the equipment used in a mobilization, operate a 24hour-a-day manpower center which can call up hundreds of seafarers instantly. Consequently, summarized Sacco in the statement, the "SIU and the Lundeberg School operate what is essentially a merchant ma­ rine reserve capable of meeting and sustaining a swift surge in sealift" and as such, seamen com­ ing out of this privately funded facility should be exempted from the user f^e. Study of Costs Urged Sacco advised the Coast Guard of the SIU's desire to work with the agency to study and thor­ oughly examine the area in which the Lundeberg School's involve­ ment is "the very same process for which its enrolled seamen would be taxed." He noted that the union believes "the Coast Guard itself may be a victim of the proposed inequity. It has been charged with tlje re­ sponsibility to raise money with­ out an appropriate rationale. "The SIU is proud of our or­ ganization's relationship with the Coast Guard. We believe that it is a model of cooperation and we deeply appreciate the contribution the Coast Guard makes to this working relationship. The bringing of young people into the industry, the upgrading of seamen to higher ratings and licenses, the smooth processing of their paperwork, and the efficient testing procedures of Seafarers is a tribute to the co­ operation between the govern­ ment agency and the Lundeberg School," said Sacco in the state­ ment. �if- . -'A'- SIU members aboard the Baldomero Lopez gather at payoff for a group photo. They are (front row, from left): Steward Assistant Don Simmons, AB Larry Reiner, Steward/Baker Luis Gonzalez, AB Justin Savage, AB Mark De Raima and AB Vincent Ippolito. Back row: Steward Assistant Mary Lou Lopez, Chief Cook Elston Tensley, SIU official Augie Tellez and QMED Mike Scardina. r _ , , , . _ _ , Cook/Baker Luis E. Gonzalez serves up some dessert he has just prepared. ^ A • x x i • Steward Assistant Mary Lou Lopez gets the galley in order after lunch. Survivors of Seven SCUD Alerts, Lopez Crew Recalls Gulf Mission " - n-: 'v •' ' .c:S Chief Cook Elston Tensley prepares a snack. f;,., ' 'r Bosun William Johnson is a veteran of three wars, and the longtime SIU member had this to say about Seafarers who ere wed the 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez during the Persian Gulf con­ flict: "I've never seen any crew that could possi­ bly have conducted themselves any better. The cooperation with the military was exceptional, and [military personnel] were very appreciative." Johnson, who joined the SIU in 1974 in New York, also sailed during World War II and the Korean War. An experienced seaman who is not given to overstatement, he described SIU members onboard the Lopez as top-notch. "There was al ways me ttoa, of SCUD attacks the crew behaved perfectly,' Johnson recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "There were never any beefs. Everyone had a lot of hard work to do, and they did it without any complaining," despite long hours and continually hot weather. The Baldomero Lopez, a prepositioning ship operated by AMSEA, recently paid off in Balti­ more after completing a voyage around the world. Crewmembers agreed the most memorable parts of the journey took place during Operation Desert Storm— in all, the vessel endured seven separate SCUD attacks. "During the first attack it was kind of hard getting organized and putting on the masks," re­ called QMED Mike Scardina. "I was definitely scared at first, during the first couple attacks. "But then we got used to it. We knew where to keep the [protective] suits and what to do. One thing that was rough was sometimes you would get the suit off and then five minutes later anoth^ alert would sound. You had to get dressed all QVer again." Despite dangers in the gulf, AB Larry Reiner could not wait to sign on the Lopez. He boarded the vessel after a trying ordeal in Tel Aviv. 'Contributing to Well-Being' Brother Reiner went to Tel Aviv in order to help his aunt flee from the endangered city. "Once my mission was accomplished, I had only one thing in mind—to get on a good old SIU ship and be privileged to join my shipmates in contributing to our country's well-being," Reiner noted in a letter to the LOG. "It never felt so good to climb a gangway," Reiner added. "It's wonderful to belong to a 'brotherhood' such as ours which is one in deed as well as in name." Crewmembers' Morale Good The events in the Middle East were just one part of the Baldomero Lopez's travels. At other times, crewmembers enjoyed norpial routines and even occasional cookouts. "Morale was good," said Chief Cook Elston Tensley^ a 1987 graduate oj| the Ltindeberg School. "This is a pretty nice vessel. . . . The cookouts were a lot fuh. The tough part was not being able to get off the ship in Saudi Arabia." Steward Assistant Mary Lou Lopez, a union member since 1975, described her shipmates as "real gentlemen. I feel lucky, and I really can't think of anything bad. . . This job provides a good living." , "Everyone I canie into contact with stood tall, added Scardina. "Everyone did their jobs profes­ sionally. I'm proud to he here, really proud to be on this ship. We have a great sense of pride when a job is well done." -•1:'^ ''k -..k : . • (' • ? ; tmMf I''•• ife"' k-- - k : A-;': « a 'a:-. !. QMED Mike Scardina listens In during the shipboard meeting on the Lopez. Bosun William Johnson desclbed SIU members aboard Lopez as top-notch. Galley member HIzam Zokarl (left) makes a point to Chief Steward Bruce Barbeau. , r -' -j" if '• H'l �SEAFARERS LOG 8 • Charles E. Wilson's Versatile Crew Can Handle Any Kind of Local ' j' '•'.' • E-i!. i.V- pSfi;- •• The Slli crew aboard the Charles E. Wilson is never sure what the vessel will be loading next into its holds. When a reporter for the Seafar­ ers LOG recently visited the Laker in Ashtabula, Ohio, the Wilson was offloading empire taconite iron ore pellets that would be taken by train to mills in Youngstown, Ohio to produce steel. Bosun Larry Smith and the rest of the deck crew were cleaning the holds because the American Steamship Company vessel would be loading stone on its retum journey up the Great Lakes. "Eveiything has to be cleaned out," said Smith as he was man­ ning a hose. "We can't allow any of the pellets to mix with the stones." In fact, the Wilson crew has to make sure a hold is completely. empty of the variety of pellets being carried because there are six to eight different types of the dark round objects, slightly smaller than a marble. The self-unloader, which was built in 1973, can hold almost 30,000 tons. According to Smith, the vessel can offload its cargo, whether it be taconite, stone or coal, in six hours. Because the Wilson can be sailing on the Lakes several days between ports, the crewmembers take advantage of the time at the docks to restock the vessel and handle chipping and painting chores on the ship's hull. Duriiig the sailing season, the Wilson can be found on lakes Michigan, Superior, Huron and Erie. ITie ship is named after a former president of General Mo­ tors Corporation. AS Watchman Ron Bochek, right, updates Bosun Larry Smith on offloading operations aboard ship. Built In 1973, the Charles E. Wilson can hold almost 30,000 tons. The ship, named after a former president of General Motors, sails on the Great Lakes. Deckhands.Salim Yaya, left, and ADdoiian Said work manual crane. Maintenance team member Harold Walkley guides engineroom materials on deck. • -I'-' •••. - Patrolman Andy GouleL left, answers questions for Cpnveyorman Cliff Stockman, center, and Porter Roger Flaherty. Maintenance team member Wayne Bucher oversees loading of equipment aboard the Charles E. Wilson. QMED Willie Evans exits engineroom AB Wheelsman Richard Bockert, left, and Deckhand Salim Yaya reel in safety net before raising ladder for departure. �? I_ • /. |p^,§:n=^ SiPTEMBiR 1991 SlU Gov't Services O/lembers Crew New MSCPAC Ship ,'. V/'"' •••' SIU Government Services Divi­ sion members crewed the Military Sealift Command Pacific Fleet's newest oiler for her maiden voyage completed July 31. The USNS John Ericsson fin­ ished its inaugural run around 9:30 a.m. at the Naval Supply Center in Oakland, Calif, after leaving Avondale Shipyards in New Or­ leans two weeks earlier. The Ericsson's mission will be transporting bulk petroleum prod­ ucts from shore depots to Navy combatant and support forces, making them independent of shore-based fuel sources. Ericsson and ships of her class also can de­ liver fleet freight, mail and person­ nel. The Ericsson is 677.5 feet long with a beam of 97.5 feet. The ship is powered by two fully automatic diesel engines, twin shafts, and 32,000 shaft horsepower. The fleet oiler can carry 180,000 barrels of ship and aircraft fuel. It is crewed by 96 civilian mariners and 21 Navy communications personnel. In the deck department are Bor suns Dennis Strain, Dennis Sparrowe, L.S. O'Riley, Ken­ neth Allen, Gary Frazier, Robert Pierson Jr. and Gregory Green, Carpenter Kirk Fonte, ABs Ray Sewell, Joseph Rogers Jr., Ney G. Veneer Jr., Mack Hudson Jr., Mike LaSota, Michael Roda, Robert A. Smith, Gerald Martin, Joseph Bates, Kevin Steward, Joe Normand, J.V. Mazares Jr., Clinton Lee, Richard Thomp­ son, Tinion Smith, Martha An­ thony and David Dove, OSs Patrick Snow, Glenda Wyatt and Robert Thomas Jr. Among the engine department crewmembers were Chief Electri­ cian Donald Doss, Refrigeration Engineer Charlie Hurt Jr., Deck Engineers Daniel Riveros, Rolando Fernandez and Larry Rasmusson, Junior Engineers Earl Reed, John Clopein and Charles Satchell, Pumpman Alan Bjerkness, Electronics Techni­ cian Douglas Pine, Second Elec­ trician Hanson Harris Jr., Wipers David Burkett, Joseph Fabbiano and Alta Seaman. The galley gang consisted of Chief Steward Levi Jones, Yeo­ men Storekeepers Walter McGrath, Pedro DeLeon, Larry Mclnzie and Julia Green, Chief Cook Abrah Senigar Jr., Cook/Baker Rodolfo Carimio, Assistant Cook Danny J. Harvey, Laundryman Bennie Wilson Third Steward Lee Harrington, Cook/Baker Victor De'Arion, SA Danny Harvey, Utilitymen Pablo Catalasan, Saturino Perez, Fer­ dinand Daliet Jr., Larry Detmer, Wilfredo Layacan, Minnie Thomas, Broderick Gillard, -Wit h -'V:!- The newest oiler to join the MSCPAC fleet, the USNS John Ericsson, glides easily under the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge en route to her berth in Oakland. Leslie Baldwin and Norman Scarhrough. The Ericsson is under the com­ mand of Capt. Gene Cox. The ship's crew will undergo training off Southem California this fall. The vessel is scheduled to head for the Westem Pacific in mid-1992. The new ship is named after John Ericsson (1803-1889), a Swede who lived in London for 12 years where he invented the steam fire engine and screw propeller. Ericsson emigrated to the U.S. in 1839 and designed power plants for all types of ship engines. He later designed the iron-clad ship USS Monitor of Civil War fame, one of the first vessels with a rotat­ ing gun turret. :• • Passumpslc Undergoes Deactivation • ..I'".'- USNS Higgins Sets Gulf Record; Logs 385 Straight Days on Run I ^.^• h '•"'T'^' '. J SIU Government Services Divi­ sion members who crewed the USNS Higgins were in for the long haul during the Persian Gulf con­ flict. The Military Sealift Com­ mand oiler set the record for long­ est deployment among all U.S. Navy ships participating in Op­ eration Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Desert Sortie. The Higgins logged 385 contin­ uous days away from her base at Subic Bay, Republic of the Philip­ pines since just prior to Iraq's in­ vasion of Kuwait more than a year ago. During that time the Higgins replenished 77 different Navy ships, about 17 percent of the tot^ fleet. The Higgins' busiest day was October 14, when she replenished 11 ships of the amphibious task force led by the USS Nausau while delivering approximately 2.3 million gallons of fuel. On five Other occasions, the Higgins re­ plenished nine or more ships per day. Overall the MSC vessel con­ ducted 379 replenishments at sea and delivered more than 67 million gallons of fuel. The Higgins, which provided fuel and other cargo for virtually every ship in the gulf, also conducted 157 vertical re­ plenishments for cargo, mail and passengers. The USNS Higgins logged 385 continuous days away from her forward-deployed home in Subic Bay after spending the past year in the Persian Gulf, North Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. ' -J • 1% A proud 45-year Navy and MSC career—Including a key role in the Persian Gulf conflict— comes to an end as the USNS Passumpslc is scheduled for deactivation. Since 1973, numerous SIU Government Services Division members have served aboard the USNS Passumpsic, one of the first civilian-crewed Navy fleet oilers. Always popular among Seafar­ ers, the Passumpsic is being deac­ tivated after a distinguished career during which she played a role in every major national conflict the United States has been involved in since World War n. A Mispillion-class oiler, the Passumpsic was built in Permsylvania and commissioned in 1946. Then a U.S. Navy vessel, the "Pumpin P" as she was affection-, ately called by her crew won nine battle stars during the Korean con­ flict. During the Vietnam War, the Passumpsic met all scheduled commitments by unrepping 47 million gallons of fuel to 367 shipis. In July 1973, the USS Passumpsic was decommissioned to become the USNS Passumpsic. Operating out of Subic Bay in the PWlippines, the ship's perfor­ mance proved a small group of well-trained civilian personnel could operate a fleet auxiliary at production levels equalling or sur­ passing those of her military coun­ terparts. The Passumpsic, which eamed a plethora of Navy commenda­ tions, played a key role in the Persian Gulf conflict. After leaving that area, the ship sailed to Bangladesh to help that nation re­ cover from a cyclone which claimed the lives of more than 100,000 people. ITie vessel later rescued a drift­ ing Burmese trading boat, then helped evacuate Air Force depen­ dents after the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo. But the nearly 800 tons of volcanic ash which landed on the ship destroyed the Passumpsic's underway replenish­ ment gear, leading to the deactiva­ tion. The deactivation process is scheduled to be completed by the end of September, when the Passumpsic will be tumed over to the U.S. Maritime Administration. "•i.: �SEAFARERS LOG 10 .• • -' S;S :^=iS ,, , • -sS -sr Applications now are being ac­ cepted for the 1992 Seafarers scholarship program which will award seven grants to three SIU members and four dependents. The announcement of the 1992 scholarship program was made by the board of trustees of the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan, the sponsor of the program, which is designed to en­ courage members and their fami­ lies to seek higher education opportunities. All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to prepare to apply for a scholarship. The deadline for submission of all re­ quired paperwork for the 1992 scholarship program is April 15, 1992. Nearly 40 years ago, the Seafar­ ers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters Dis­ trict became the first maritime union in Ahierica—and one of the first trade unions in general—to establish a scholarship program to help qualified members and their dependents finance college and vo­ cational education. Since the inception of the pro­ gram, an impartial committee of professional educators from col­ leges and universities has awarded 214 scholarships to Seafarers and their spouses and dependent chil­ dren. Every year, three scholarships are reserved for SIU members. One is a $15,000 four-year college scholarship. Each of the others is a $6,000 two-year scholarship for study at a vocational school or community college. Four scholar­ ships in the amount of $15,000 each are awarded annually to the spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. Applicants should indi­ cate whether they are applying for a two-year or four-year scholar­ ship. The $15,000 college scholar­ ships will be paid at the rate of $3,750 per year over a four-year period. The $6,000 awards are paid at the rate of $3,000 per year. For most scholarship winners, receiving the cash grant can greatly ease the financial burden associ­ ated with attending college. And many former scholarship win­ ners—among them doctors, law­ yers, engineers, pharmacists, librarians, teachers, computer spe­ cialists and scientists—would never have had the opportunity to pursue their educational interests without the SlU's help. While the program is open to all eligible Seafarers and their depen­ dents, there is one catch: One must apply in order to be considered for the award. Seafarer Requirements Seafarers who are applying for scholarships must: • Be a graduate of high school or its equivalent. • Have credit for a total of 730 days of employment with an employer who is obligated to make contributions to the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan on the employer's behalf prior to the date of application. • Have one day of employment on a vessel in the six-month period immediately preceding the date Seafarer or SIU pensioner. Unmarried Children—^All immarried children of an eligible Sea­ farer or pensioner (for whom the Seafarer or pensioner has been the sole source of support during the calendar year immediately preced­ ing the date in which a scholarship is made) must: • Be a graduate of high school or its equivalent (although the ap­ plication may be made during the senior year of high school). Apply Now For 1992 e Scholarship Program • Be under the age of 19. or • Be under the age of 25 and a full-time student enrolled in a program leading to a baccalau­ reate or higher degree at an ac­ credited institution authorized by law to grant such degrees. • Be the child of a seafaring par­ ent who has credit for a total of 1,095 days of covered employ­ ment with an employer who is obligated to make contributions to the Seafarers Welfare Plan on the Seafarer's behalf prior to the date of application. Start Collecting Paperwork Now All required paperwork must be submitted by the April 15 deadline. Interested Seafarers and dependents must consider that it will take some time to gather all the necessary paperwork. For example: • Transcripts and Certificates of Graduation—Schools can be very slow in handling transcript requests. Request copies of transcripts early. • ACT and SAT Test Scores—Take whichever exam is required by the college or trade school being applied to. These exams are given approximately six times a year on specified dates. • Obtaining GEO Scores—Check with the Department of Education in the state where the GED exam was taken. • Letters of Recommendation—Request letters from individuals who have knowledge of applicant's character, personality and career goals. of application. receive scholarship awards.) Have 120 days of employment on a vessel in the previous cal­ endar year. (Pensioners are not eligible to Dependent Requirements Each applicant for a dependent's scholarship must be: Spouse—Married to an eligible APPLICANTS MUST HAVE SUBMISSION IN BY APRIL 15 The scholarship program instruction booklet comes with the necessary forms. It is available at any union hall or by filling out and mailing this form. Send it to: Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. P • lease send me the 1992 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which \ contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the « application form. . J Name I Book Number, Address City, State, Zip Code Telephone Number _ This application is for: (self) (dependent) 9/91 • Be the child of a seafaring par­ ent who has one day of employ­ ment in the six-month period preceding the date of applica­ tion and 120 days of employ­ ment in the previous calendar year (unless eligible parent is deceased). It should be noted that depen­ dent children recipients who marry while receiving a scholarship shall not lose their award by reason of such marriage. SAT or ACT Required The scholarship grants primar­ ily are awarded on the basis of high school grades and the scores of either College Entrance Exami­ nation Boards (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT). The SAT or ACT exam must be taken no later than February 1992 to ensure that the results reach the Scholarship Selection Committee in time to be evaluated. For upcoming SAT test dates and applications, contact the Col­ lege Entrance Examination Board at either: Box 592, Princeton, N.J. 08540 or Box 1025, Berkeley, Calif. 94701, whichever is closest to the applicant's mailing address. For upcoming ACT test dates and applications, contact: ACT Registration Union, P.O. Box 414, Iowa City, Iowa 52243. Other data will be required to be sent along with each completed ap­ plication such as transcripts of grades, certificates of graduation, letters of recommendation and col­ lege entrance examination results. These all are spelled out in the Scholarship Program booklet, available in each SIU hall or by contacting the Seafarers Welfare* Plan at the union's headquarters. Notification Scholarship winners will be an­ nounced in May 1992. At that time the judges also will designate two alternates who will be eligible for the awards in the event that any of the persons selected are unable to •I " i �SEPTEMBER 799/ 77 • J art Benefits Conferences Move to New Orleans, Honolulu Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family members last month contin­ ued learning about their medical plans during benefits conferences in Seattle and Baltimore. The con­ ferences, which this month move to New Orleans and Honolulu, are designed to provide a full review ^ of benefits available through the Seafarers various plans. The ses­ sions explain how Seafarers bene­ fits work and how to get everything to which one is entitled. The conferences began in May and conclude in early December. They are open to all Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family members. The gatherings coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings. The conferences consistently have been well-attended, and members have voiced approval for the program. From port to port, members, pensioners and family members noted the sessions are quite informative and worthwhile. The most recent conferences took place in Baltimore (August 8) and Seattle (July 26). "I'd say it was very enlighten­ ing," said retired QMED John McLaughlin, who attended the Baltimore session. "This really helps us keep up with things." AB Will Carney expressed ap­ preciation for both the Baltimore benefits conference and the union's affiliation with preferred provider Johns Hopkins Center for Occupational and Environmental Health. Representatives from Chief Cook Lor! Fend (right) confers with Seattle Port Agent Johns Hopkins were on hand be­ Bob Hall during the July 26 benefits conference. fore and during the benefits ses­ sion, providing important medical screenings, distributing valuable information packets and also an­ swering members' questions. "The idea that the SIU can get affiliated with a world-renowned hospital like Johns Hopkins is a major step forward for our mem­ bership," Carney said. "Plus the PPG system simplifies hospital paperwork, which is a great idea. "The conference itself lets peo­ ple know exactly how to take ad­ vantage of our benefits. It's very infonnative, and it helps keep us up to date on any changes." Retired QMED Laureano Perez al.so was enthusiastic about the conference in Baltimore. "It's definitely worth it to come down and listen," said Perez. Recertified Bosuns John Lundborg (left) and Dana Cella share observations during a break in the Seattle workshop. ? •• t- Five More Benefits Talks Scheduled In 1991 Contact the union halls listed below for exact times of each session. New Orleans Tuesday, September 10 Honolulu Friday, September 13 Jacksonville Thursday, October 10 San Juan Thursday, November 7 Algonac Friday, December 6 Pensioner Pat Fox (center) and Bosun James . Chief Steward Richard Geiling (left) and Pensioner James Miller look over the Colson (right) meet with West Coast Vice Presi- many different handouts provided at the Seattle benefits conference. Members, dent George McCartney. pensioners and family members packed the Seattle hall July 26. y • •. V �saanmsm 12 'A-Plus* Galley Gang Treats Willamette Crewmembers Right The crew of the OMI Willam­ ette is enjoying the fine food pre­ pared by the "A-plus" galley gang headed by Chief Steward Robert Scott. The Mobile, Ala. native re­ cently sent photographs from the tanker to the Seafarers LOG. He praised his hard-working crew of Chief Cook Aiidry Fleming and GSU Welmer Jack. "I've been very lucky to have this A-plus team," Scott wrote. "I must say in all the years I've been Crewmembers fill their plates at the Willamette salad bar. Chief Cook Audry Fleming and Chief Steward Robert Scott prepare a catfish dinner. GSU Welmer Jack restocks fruit in the ship's galley. in the steward department, these are some of the best men in the union. "These guys really went out of their way to provide extra things like barbecues and special melius They took the initiative to get the job done," the steward added. Scott, a 1989 graduate of the recertified steward program at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, is particularly proud of his salad bars. With the galley gang, he prepares a variety of salads as well as hot and cold dishes for the crewmembers. He plans his menus so members who might have problems with choles­ terol or sodium levels will not have to worry when they sit down to eat. Sinking Ship's Captain Leaves Before Passengers Continued from page 3 h when asked to comment on the captain's behavior by a Baltimore Sun reporter, said, "There's no excuse; it's cowardice of the first order." Braynard, a well-known maritime historian, added, "It's very much an accepted tradition that the captain is responsible for the lives of everyone on board." A U.S. Coast Guard spokesman told the Seafarers LOG while there is no law or treaty stating a captain must go down with his ship, he is expected to look after the safety of his passengers and crew. The spokesman noted cruise vessels— through international laws and treaties—must provide lifeboat boat drills for their crews and passengers, inform passengers what to do in an emergency and where to locate emergency gear and post a watch bill notifying crewmembers of their stations in case of a problem. Passengers were incredulous that Avranas abandoned his ship be­ fore making sure those aboard were rescued. One survivor said, "We were so angry with the ship's captain we wanted to stone him." Avranas answered his critics dur­ ing an ABC-TV interview, "I don't care what these people say about me. I am separated from my fam­ ily, who were rescued by one of the other ships, and I have lost my own ship. What more can they want?" The master tried to defend him­ self when he added, "When I order 'abandon ship,' it doesn't matter what time I leave. Abandon is for everybody. If some people like to stay, they can stay." Crewmembers Leave First One passenger remembered crewmembers seizing a motorized lifeboat in the early morning hours and leaving. Other survivors re­ ported that of the first 16 people rescued by helicopter, 11 were ship's officers, including Captain Avranas and the safety officer. Approximately 160^, passengers were gathered on the listing deck awaiting rescue when the chop­ pers arrived. Survivors praised the work of the ship's entertainment crew for coordinating therescue. "We had to take over the ship," said Terry Lester, a comedian booked aboard the Oceanos. "If it hadn't been for the entertainers, a lot of people would have drowned." Robin Boltman, a magician, was the last person lifted from the deck, only 90 minutes before the ship went under. No Alarms Once ashore, the survivors said no warnings or alarms were given to alert the passengers about the accident, which occurred in the Indian Ocean in an area called the Wild Coast less than 2 miles from the South African coastal village of Coffee Bay. The first sign of trouble for many aboard came when the engineroom crew ran up the gangway in life jackets. The cause of the accident still is unknown. The Oceanos was sailing from East London, South Africa to Durban, South Africa when it ran into gale-force winds and rough seas. Speculation has centered on a broken piston cre­ ating a hole in the hull. The ship issued a distress call around dusk Subway Terror; RcAibeiy Team Stalks A-Train, No.1 Line Chief Cook Audry Fleming cooks up some mouth-watering bart)ecue. mmm Bosun Clarence Pryor gets ready for dinner aboard the tanker. The August 6 edition of New York Newsday captured the public's thoughts on the Oceanos' captain's early departure from the sinking ship. on August 3. It sank 14 hours later. Both Greece and South Africa were holding inquiries into the disaster as the Seafarers LOG went to press. The Oceanos was the third loss for the Greek company that op­ erated the ship. Epirotiki Lines lost its flagship, the Pegasus, in June when it was scuttled at a dock in Venice following an ex­ plosion and fire. The Jupiter sank three years ^o after a collision with an Italian freighter in the harbor of Piraeus, Greece. Two lives were lost in that accident. When ashore, be sure to attend the monthly membership meetings. See page 16 for meeting dates and times. The salad bar not only tastes good, it is decorated with a patriotic centerpiece. ATTENTION SEAFARERS Any seaman bound for Diego Garcia or heading to an MSG ship must carry his or her MSG physical papenivork. �isfsa^smm SinCMBER m 13 Non-StopWork Keeps MV Virginia Sands Humming ''WiW§" The casual observer might think a fisherman's work ends when the day's catch is unloaded. But the five SIU members who crew the Virginia Sands, from the port of New Bedford, Mass., know differently. Captain Carlos Camarao, engineer Carlos Cova and deckhands Antonio Cravo, Luis da Silva and Antonio Mocb put forth much of their efforts after the boat is tied up. These efforts help the Virginia Sands flourish as a highly produc­ tive boat in one of the United States' most fruitful fishing fleets. Camarao and crewmembers re­ cently demonstrated some of their post-catch chores to a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. Nets in­ variably need mending, the corkline requires repairs arid the engine demands maintenance. After returning from a voyage which netted the Sands some 25,000 pounds of fish (including cod, flounder, sole and other flat­ fish), the crew began the process anew, preparing the boat for its next trip. In fact, constant mainte­ nance is a key to success in this industry, since all of the equipment is severely strained by conditions at sea. The net on these "draggers," as boats like the Virginia Sands are aptly named, trails behind the ves­ sel. The catch is hauled aboard with help from giant winches which' give these boats a distinctive look. Naturally such strain leads to torn nets and broken chain links in the cork line after eveiy voyage. Here again, the key word is main­ tenance. The Virginia Sands is one of the many fishing vessels in New Bed­ ford under contract with the SIU. Engineer Carlos Cova makes some repairs for the next voyage. Crewmember Antonio J. Cravo re­ pairs the net's work line. "<• -x: • • « • •: •'' • » • '.',.1'f';" , • .I •mm-> Virginia Sands' deckhand Luis da Silva makes repairs to the net, a never-ending process. SIU Patrolman Eugenio De Sousa discusses union matters with Sands' Captain Carlos Camarao. Deckhand Antonio J. Moco repairs links in the "sweep" aboard the dragger. ITB Mobile Seafarers Work Through Ice Storm They have long since warmed up, but members aboard the SIUcrewed ITB Mobile got a frosty surprise last February while sailing from St. Croix to New York. The ship sailed through an ice storm which left the vessel thoroughly coated but undamaged. "No one could go on deck because of the conditions," AB Jose A. Fellciano reported. "The tug and barge were frozen with tons of ice, but we got rid of it and started Unloading cargo." Trie ITB Mobile then headed for Port Reading, N.J. where the remain­ ing cargo was unloaded. The accompanying photos, sent to the Seafarers LOG by Feliciano, were taken by ABs Don Donovan, Joe Miller and Feliciano and Third Mate Tom Burges. .- v.,:'-'' • Third Mate Tom Burges chips away ice from rails. W-' "i-V • T''"' '••/J.' . J' AB Joe Miller breaks ice to untie reducer for manifolds. AB Jose Feliciano takes a swing on the boom to free it of ice buildup. AB Feliciano on second level of tug stern during high-water storm. Bosun Fred Jensen helps feed the freezing lines around the winch. �I3iy=l = • ,,::Ay,.:r: a.i' , A < '•A, •: ..^\V A;, :Kv'•c:;:: v!f , A::-; I -" _---. • I. !.V • . I » • ' -"/.->1-1'A.. "^^'V P'h I -r^A :,. •v3^-?>:A •Av>^.av^s,,A 15 • •-:•: .•r-.-'H' Industryf Labor Attend Dedication of Hall Center "''v"-';.K^:- i' •. 'i\''V'7.' f, "• . SfPIBNSfff 1991 SEIMfffffS LOG 14 Herbert Brand, chairman, Ran Hettena, president, MariTransportation institute. time Overseas Corp. ' •• ' Robert 8. McMilien (left), president and CEO, TOTE, and Jim Carey II, group vice president, liner services, Crowley Maritime, . > .J- J . , . Hundreds of representatives of the maritime industry—^from both management and labor, as well as Seafarers—active and retired, attended the dedication ceremony of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Pictured here are many of those who came to the event, which was held on the anniversary of the birth of the late SIUNA president. Story on page 3. vV'-.'s-t'1.' .'L,: .I't ' ..".•v.-'-'.".- ;•• From the left: Jim McGee, Houston port agent; Dave Heindel, assistant vice president, SlU; and Guy Pulliam, operations manager, SeahawK Management. '• y . .. ' ''4't /'l -•• •;_,&•, A J', -•M '•. '• i-i. ft'.' • .f p.?-'.:v:.i • • -3 . . - Piney Point trainees from class numbers 478-484. •;y I. -i ,t . ''.V v:''«;' • '"• ••'''• t K " i' 1 Howard Schulman, former gen- William F. Zenga, vice presieral counsel, SlU dent, MTD. Bonnie Jalufka, personnel Robert Wellner, president, administrator. Ocean Car- International Marine Carriers. riers. Thomas Keenan, vice president. International Marine Carriers. Gene Rose, president. Bay H. R. Giennon Jr., presiTankers. dent, Sea Mobility Inc. Kevin McMonagie (left), supervisor, marine perEd Pulver, vice president, sonnel, Maersk Lines, and James G. Hannan, SIUNA. crowing manager, Sea-Lift. •V' Ed Mooney, retired assistant secretary-treasurer, SlU. Raymond T. McKay, president. District 2 MEBA. r, Max Siegel Hall, representing the Hail family. :; C.J. Bracco, vice president. Bay Tankers. Daniel P. Kirby (left), president. Pacific Gulf Marine; Joe Perez (center), New Orleans port agent; Capt. Pete Johnson, CEO, Pacific Gulf Marine. Michael Swayne, manager, industrial relations, Transoceanic. Lindsey Williams, retired vice president, SlU. From the left: Walter E. Price, manager, marine personnel/payroll. Transoceanic Cable Ship Co.; George McCartney, vice president west coast, SlU; Richard F. Evans, manager, vessel operations, Puerto Rico Marine; H. "Whitey" Disley, president, MFOW; and Gunnar Lundeberg, president, SUP. Pt.' • "/J • vv - iH id.. I John Dwyer, retired SlU Michael Sacco, president of the SlU, arid Rose Siegel Hall, widow of Paul Hall. 913.. '- r-;i Capt James Hopkins, Edmund E. Davis (left), vice president, labor secretary-treasurer, relations, Sea-Land, and Mike DiPrisco, Masters, Mates & Pilots, director, labor relations, Crowley. Capt. Robert Johnston (left), vice president. Maritime Overseas, and Pat Postiglione, manager, labor relations, Maritime Overseas. William Drew, retired SIU member. Scotty Aubusson, retired SlU port agent. From the left: Kendall Chen, vice president, ETC; Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president collective bargaining, SlU; Gordon M. Ward, chairman, licensed division. District 1—MEBA/ ....... I A. .'IA , r w'" * 1 ^ '7••• ' Margo Hall O'Kane, Paul Hall's daughter, and her husband, Raymond. Jack Goldstein, president, OMI Corp. Brent Stienecker (left), group vice president, contract transpbrr tation services, Crowley Maritime, and Jack Caffey, vice president Atlantic coast, SlU. Capt. Joseph B. Cecire, executive vice president. Seahawk Management. Joe Huber, UiW assistant vice president (left) and Bill Dobbins, UIW vice president. Johnny Johnston, retired SlU member. • . • • '• • • '. 7-' i. :p,. t • Cal James (left) and Roland "Snake" Williams, SlU bosuns. \.'i w: ", >• ,; • •'y.--.. Bill Penneila, senior VP,human resources and labor relations, Crowley. ' • >, 'i: I.. ; '"'P' '' ii ' •' . 'y''' pPp'".*^:-- ' • v'.k ,L •>.\ .: •: , •'P>. '• .; ' �'.:'• -..i. • ~-^' i BS^Waw '-.' "v;i. SaFMEKS toe Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea iOtilober S Nonaiber JULY 16-AUGUST 15, 1991 ^etiags; Deep ^f takes, Inlani Waters ^'•1 Hney Point Monday, October 7 Monday, November 4 Pfew York Tuesday. October 8 Tuesday, November^ Philadelphia Wednesday, Octobw Wednesday, November^ Baltimore Thursday, October 10 Thursday, November 7 Him •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT •, I' -J' o?--' Norfolk Thursday, wtober 10 Thursday, November T Jackstmvlile ThuiRday, October 10 Thursday, November 7 Algonac Friday, October 11 Friday, November 8 Houston 1^^ 14 Tuesday, November iTS New Orleans Tuesday, October 15 Tu November 12 Mobile Wednesday, Gtetober l^^ Wednesday, November 13 San Francisco Thursday, October 17 Thursday, November 14 Wilniington Monday, October 21 Monday, November 18 3- i Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orlra Jacksonvilli San Francis I Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Seattle Friday, October 25 Friday, November 22 Sanjuan T^ October 10 ^ FJ? 1 Thursday, November 7 :;: ~I ft St. Louis Friday, October 18 • Friday, Noveniber 15 •MiSBlifvi-y':.HonoliUn, Friday, October 18 '; Friday, bldvember 15 Duluth Wednesday, October 16 Wednesday, November IT Jersey City W^ednesday, October 23 I Wednesday, November 20 New Bedford Tuesday, October 22 Tuesday, November 19F Hk3§Mh NOTICE The following members should contact the port of Jacksonville concerning checks being held in the hall. Benaia Berberena William Cachola Jose Berdiel Tibby Clotter Wilson Garcia William Marino Raul Rivera Jose Ross Efrain Sierra Edwin Semprit Personals CHUCK CURLEY Please get in touch with your mother at 533 Hannibal St., Vir­ ginia Beach, Va. 23452. 2 1 3 11 11 0 3 8 2 0 7 4 2 14 3 10 0 25 22 4 2 0 24 M-m' W" 14 86 cattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Algonac Totals Port New York Phlladtejiphia Baltimore , Noifdlk Mobile New Orleans 35 6 6 ••m-: . : 4 ENTRY DEPARTMENT liii' • • J,' '".j Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu ^jHpuston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Totals AU Departments 635 627 695 471 432 486 154 944 612 748 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total ot 1,543 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,543 jobs shipped, 471 jobs or about 31 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. From July 16 to August 15, a total of 154 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,550 jol^ have been shipped. ® "il; �m ' '^' •" ' -y-^"J' " ' ^—' •. ^^"^""" Mi 17 j-' i"' ^ UMI L I Uiiji . I uiLL^ L.i umii a •nutfu as possible. On occasion, because of space iimitations, some vfiii be omitted. Ships minute are reviemd by the union's contract d^rtment TTiose issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Uaid Service), April 30 — Chairman William Jones, Secret^ S. Call, Deck Delegate P. Bean, Engine Delegate L. Papa, Steward Delegate B. Peoples. Treasurer reported $134 in ship's fund Engine del­ egate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. L4#fE(AMSEA), May 7 — Chairman Kevin Merckx, Secretary Thomas Wybo, Deck Delegate Dave Waxman, Steward Delegate Judi Chester. Chair­ man urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He said ship was not receiving any mail or issues of Seafarers LOG. Treasurer reported $50 in movie fund. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. SEA-LAND INTEGRITYiSea-Lmd Service), May 26 — Chairman Do­ mingo Leon, Secretary Pedro Laboy, Engine Delegate Todd Smith. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good work and noted smooth, safe trip. Crewmembers bid fond farewell to retiring Brother Jo­ seph Bidzilya, who shipped in the deck department. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacmc Gulf Marine), June 2 — Chairman Ver­ non W. Huelett, Secretary Walter S. Harris, Engine Delegate William P. Behan, Steward Delegate Dante Slack. Treasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received information about benefits con­ ferences. Crew discussed ship's cleanli­ ness and cooperation among members. CAPE BON (lOM), June 23 — Chair­ man Albert J. Sacco, Secretary Waymond H. Watson III, Educational Director Frank Tymczyszyn, Deck Del­ egate M.M. Moore Jr., Engine Delegate Robert Duncan, Steward Delegate J. McCree Jr. Cape Bon was on third voy­ age since coming out of dry dock. Chair­ man said union should be informed about high turnover in deck department. Also raised issue of getting replace­ ments. He noted long wait for captain to provide list of discharged crewmembers. Secretary noted it took war to get govem- Indy Comes to Portland ment to realize importance of merchant marine. He and educational director urged members to upgrade. Deck and en­ gine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by stew­ ard delegate. Steward ordered new mat­ tresses. One washer and one dryer need repair. Crew asked for clarifications from contracts department .on draw, room search and restriction-to-ship pro­ cedures. CAPE CARTHAGE (AMSEA), June 30 — Chairman Abdula A. Moshin, Secretary Roily Saguisin, Educational Director Steven Johnson, Deck Dele­ gate Richard Hllbert, Engine Delegate David Lantz, Steward Delegate Harry Celkos. Chairman announced approxi­ mate payoff date. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Concord, Calif. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), June 12 — Chairman Lancelot Rodrigues, Secretary Cassle B. Carter Jr,, Steward Delegate M. Rubles. Chairman an­ nounced payoff site. Secretary reminded crew to separate all plastic from other trash, as plastic caimot be thrown over­ board. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported problems with air condi­ tioning and running water. Crew wants to get combination lock put on rec room door to keep stevedores out. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 2 — Chairman John Green, Secre­ tary M. McDermott, Educational Direc­ tor E. Bain, Deck Delegate T. Kllhrlde, Engine £>elegate D. Demarco, Steward Delegate R. Halrston. Chairman re­ ported captain submitted all fimd and noted company is not provid­ ing movies. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine or steward delegates. Crew said menu had remained unchanged for some time. Crew needs new TV antenna. ITS BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), June 30 — Chairman J.S. Rog­ ers, Secretary Robert Outlaw, Educational Director P. Honeycutt. Chairman armounced payoff, noted good trip. Treasurer reported $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. kC ' (• . ' ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), June 2 — Chairman Art Harring­ ton, Secretary Dan Brown, Educational Director Dee Walker. Chairman noted ship received Seafarers LOG, patrolman boarding at payoff. Secretary said crew list is posted. Educational director ad­ vised members to attend benefits confer­ ences and utilize facilities at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $27 in movie fimd. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended specif vote of thanks to Chief Cook Ed Lewis for continuous excellent woik. Crew also thanked pumpman Dee Brown for repairing broken sinks and thanked deck department for hard work. All Questions Answered Aboard American Heritage CAPE CLEAR (OMl Corp.), June 24 — Chairman L. Jones, Secretary N. Evans, Educational Director BJ. Bsdl, Deck Delegate E. Schaflauser, Engine Dele­ gate R.L. Rodger, Steward Delegate J.S. Mendoza. Chairman discussed rules and regulations with new union mem­ bers. He stressed importance of SPAD. He announced upcoming payoff. Trea­ surer reported $328 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for wonderful food and pleasant trip. Next port: Beaumont, Texas. CAPEDUCATO (lOM), June 23 — Chairman A. Trikoclou, Secretary F. Bishop, Educational Director Kenneth Hart, Deck Delegate John Adams, En­ gine Delegate Fred StOver, Steward Del­ egate Mohammed Elalikhider. Chairman thanked deck department for safe trip. He discussed proper procedures for forklift operation. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. New dryer is needed and on order. Repair list was posted. Crew thanked steward department for good work. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed broth­ ers and sisters: CAPE HENRY (IMC), June 16 — Chairman William E. Hampson, Secre­ tary R. Thomas, Educational Director Virgil Bolton, Deck Delegate M.R. Hollis. Steward Delegate Gordon Wheeler. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Stew­ ard delegate requested welfare plan look into giving all retirees a pension increase. GOLDEN ENDEAVOR (Americsm Maritime Transport), June 23 — Chair­ man Luke Wells, Secretary Oscar John­ son, Educational Director Alton Hickman, Deck Delegate Mark W. Carpenter, Engine Delegate Ron Lukacs, Steward Delegate Donald J. Meder. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Educational director noted im­ portance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew was asked to conserve water. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Brian Francis Gilligan, engine storekeeper on the Indepen­ dence, poses in front of the drydocked ship in Portland, Ore. at union hall. Educational director re­ minded members to wear hard hats dur­ ing fire and boat drills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reviewed June issue of Seafarers LOG and dis­ cussed how SlU members should be proud of role in Operation Desert Storm. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. Next port: Elizateth, N.J. GUA YAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), June 17 — Chairman G. Richard Kidd, Sec­ retary Jonny Cruz, Educational Director G.T. Payne, Deck Delegate Joe Korchak, Engine Delegate Ramon Collazo. Steward Delegate Teddie Quammine. Chairman said everything running smoothly. He announced upcoming pay­ off. Secretary gave information about benefits conferences. He urged members who could not attend to get information Bosun Clyde Smith (left) reviews the Patrolman's Report with Port Agent Angel Hernandez (right) during a recent payoff aboard the American Heritage. With them are DEL) Luis Morales and and GSTU Alonzo Belcher. crewmembers for commendations for valiant efforts in putting out shipboard fire as ship departed Portsmouth, Va. Secretary noted bosun retiring after this voyage, crew wishes him long and happy retirement and hopes he wins lot­ tery. Educational director urged meml)ers to stay in touch with union afiiairs by reading Seafarers LOG. He said SPAD spells jobs. Deck delegate re­ ported dispute regarding time off. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Ice cream freezers were running too cold, and toaster was on fiitz. Next port: Boston. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 30 — Chairman Allan A. Rogers, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Director E. Bain, Deck Delegate A. Barnett. Engine Delegate Dan DImarco, Steward Delegate W. Muniz. Chairman discussed patrolman's comments con­ cerning day off on weekend in port. He announced upcoming arrival and payoff dates. Educational director hammer^ home importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School and SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked company to make sailing board more ac­ curate. Crew lounge chairs are in bad shape, replacements are on order. Next port: Boston. INDIAN OCEAN (IMC), June 30 — Chairman Thomas F. Dowdell, Secre­ tary F. Winkler, Educational Director R. McDonald, Engine Delegate Jerome Smith, Steward Delegate G. Lackey. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Educational director told members ship is going to Piney Point, so members should apply for any classes they wish to attend. Treasurer reported $122 in ship's Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Staten Island, N.Y. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans­ portation), June 6 — Chairman Vagn T. Nielsen, Secretary W. Manuel Jr., Edu­ cational Director Alvin Markowitz, Deck Delegate Hans Gottschlich. Chair­ man reported vessel going to shipyard in August. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Next port: New York. ITB PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Trans-, portation), June 30 — Chairman Vagn T. Nielsen, Secretary J.F. Emidy, Edu­ cational Director M. Kovach, Deck Del­ egate Hans Gottschlich, Engine Delegate Steve HofTman, Steward Dele­ gate Alexander Banki HI. Chairman re­ ported everything running smoothly. Educational director encouraged upgrad­ ing at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for excellent meals and fine service. Steward expressed ap­ preciation for fact everyone is helping keep ship clean and orderly. Next port: New Yoric. f •. •u- LAKE (AMSEA), June 2 — Chairman Kevin Merckx, Secretary Thomas Wybo, Deck Delegate D. Waxman, Steward Delegate Judi Chester. Deck, engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Crew wants larger food portions. Bosun thanked steward depart­ ment for improved food and cleaner house. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. LIBERTY STAB (Liberty Maritime), June 12—Chairman Robert Saylors, Secretary Mari Shorek, Educational Di- -1, • • • - »% i- . Continued on page 22 rf; �m SEAFARERS LOG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes L—Lakes NP—Non Priority JULY 16-AUG. 15, 1951 »TOTAL REGISTERED TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Ail Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP Pttrt DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT - .> .m - " -. • O ' / - O . .'. U'f STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT a u A u Totals All Departments 0 63 6 0 10 0 0 93 17 *"TotaI Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. Dlepatchere' Report for inland Waters JULY l^AUGUST 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 0 0 14 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 O © u d A V Seattle Puerto Rico Houston ^gonai St. Louis .»£io£il^Din£ Totals 0 0 2 0 0 60 0 3 0 0 97 0 0 0 yf: 4 0 2 0 2 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Norfolk' Mobile New Orleans It Seattle Puerto Rico Houston !iAlgCHiac St, Louis J.':' 0 0 0 0 0 0 J 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 •; 0 0 R/io' ya' o'M 10 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 P' 0 2 1 0 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 A "y •. •.'/y-.v': • ssOiiiaiags Totals President; Michael Sacco Secretary-Treasurer John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco Vice President Collective Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell : Vice President West Coast George McCartney Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice Resident Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey V ' HEADQUARTERS i 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (30I)89SM)675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. ' Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore SL '••yyfil Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 IHJLUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU py606;Kalihi'Street:v;;ay Honolulu, HI 96819 ? 008)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jiacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 y (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD , 50 Union St. New Bedford. MA 02740 (508)997-5404 ,f NEW ORLEANS fr 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 •y- . NEW YORK • 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232" (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 |®yetift»ent Services Divisiohy (415) 861-3400 y , . -E . -"'a' "ySANTURGE, , 1057 Fernandez JunCos St. t Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 " SEATTLE 2505 First Ave; Seattle. WA 98121 (206)4414960 y,,y:y;yyST.^LOUIsia-,,y 4581 Gravois Ave. ' St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 BIIRy-^' Port i• • 0 Oy/ Seafmm lafmatimil 0 1 32 16 4 Totals All Departments 45 11 8 7 0 6 216 192 39 •"Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ••"Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. . -• isSl - • •• >-II ..5, • 'K '•': ...r-,;' ./ay a- �•'f.' '•• T iii(ii^i:irj.?ti ' ; .IrA' '• SCFmBERm • %m': :)•••• i" T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirenient of 23 members this month. Sixteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while seven sailed in the inland division. Deck department member Joseph Touart has been a member longer than any of the others who are retir­ ing. Brother Touart joined the Sea­ farers in 1943. At 76, he also is the oldest of the new pensioneris. Brief biographical sketches of Touart and the other new pensioners follow: -- . DEEP SEA SOFRONIOL. AMPER, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1969 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. A native of the Philippine Is­ lands, he sailed in the steward department and in 1985 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Amper served in the Navy from 1946 to 1951. He has retired to California. rr. •• -"r.- ' LUIS BONAFONT, 50, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of New York. Bom in Puerto Rico, he shipped in the deck department and in 1987 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Bonafont resides in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. CHARLES A. BORTZ, 66, joined the union in 1952 in the port of Balti­ more. The Allentown, Pa. native sailed in the deck department. Brother Bortz also served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He lives in Hellertown, Pa. JACKSON FONG, 66, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1953 in the port of his native New York. Brother Pong sailed as a mem­ ber of the galley gang. He still calls New York home. \ I:: F B'K jsfif-' 4f 5».* - CLAUDE H. GILLIAM, 65, joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Baltimore. Bom in Tennes­ see, he shipped in the steward de­ partment. Brother Gilliam served in the Army from 1944 until 1947. He has retired to Waveland, Miss. JOSEPH L. GRAY, 65, joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New York. A native of Philadel­ phia, he sailed in the galley gang and upgraded often at the Lundeberg School. Brother Gray served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. He resides in East Elmhurst, N.Y. •M; To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a bri^biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. EDDIE L. JACKSON, 57, joined the union in 1965 in his hometown of Mo­ bile, Ala. He shipped in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Jackson served in the Army from 1951 to 1955. He lives in Houston. FRANKIE KITTCHNER, 65, joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of New York, Bom in New Orleans, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Kittchner served in the Navy from 1944 until 1946. He resides in CarroUton, Ga. PORFIRIO MALDONADO, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Texas, he shipped in the engine department. Brother Maldonado served in the Army from 1950 to 1952. He has retired to Gal­ veston, Texas. NICK PALOUMBIS, 65, joined the union in 1968 in the port of New York. He sailed in the black-gang and upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Paloumbis lives in his native Greece. NORMAN PIVA, 63, joined the SIU in 1982 in the port of New York. He was bom in Massachusetts and sailed in the deck department. Brother Piva resides in Alstead, N.H. PETER A. THOMPSON, 65, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of his native New York. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Thompson served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. He has retired to New York City. JOSEPH TOUART, 76, joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Louisiana, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Touart resides in San Fran- served in the Army from 1943 until 1956. He resides in Norfolk. v!.; WILLIAM S. GRAY, 56, joined the union in 1968 in the port of De­ troit. The Michigan native shipped in the deck department. Boatman Gray has retired to Frankfort, Mich. ETRIDHENNING, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1972 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Bom in the West Indies, he shipped as a tankerman. Boatman Henning served in the Army for 20 years (1951-71). He lives in Grovetown, Ga. •\t.. • 'S I ^ -i*- ' CISCO. ELBERT WIL­ SON, 65, joined the union in 1947 in the port of Mo­ bile, Ala. The Al­ abama native shipped in the steward depart­ ment and deck department. Brother Wilson also served in the Navy from 1943 until 1945. He lives in Mos­ cow, Texas. LINDSEY W. WEST, 62, joined the union in 1969 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A native of North Carolina, he sailed in the deck department. Boatman West served in the Navy from 1948 to 1951. He has retired to Chesapeake, Va. FREDV. THOMAS JR., 64, joined the union in 1960 in the port of Hous­ ton. He sailed as a captain. Boat­ man Thomas re­ INLAND ALFRED DOHERTY, 62, joined the union in 1961 in the port of Houston. A native of Texas, he sailed in the deck department and in 1973 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Doherty served in the Army from 1955 to 1956. He has retired to Tarpon, Fla. MORRIS FOR­ REST, 67, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in Mathews, Va. and sailed in the deck department. Boatman Forrest sides in Houston. ... I . I'-''4 J, '''! • ' AARON M. WILBURN,62, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1960 in the port of Houston. Bom in Missouri, he shipped as a captain. Boatman Wilbum served in the Army from 1946 until 1949. He resides in Cleve­ land, Texas. • I "J; •':f-J r fi-'i- The Billy Smith Family i:' NELSON ROJAS,55, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1955 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Chile, he shipped in the galley gang. He has retired to Metarie, La. JAMES A. SLAY, 63, joined the union in 1955 in the port of Houston. A na­ tive of Mobile, Ala., he sailed in the engine depart­ ment and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Slay still calls Mobile home. • '.-t 't -r-it • :k:y- The family of Pensioner Billy Smith was incorrectly identified in the August issue of the Seafarers LOG, page 15. Attending the benefits conference at the Philadelphia hall were Smith (standing, center), his step-son, Marino Vivas, and his daughter-in-law, Jo Smith. Jo is the wife of Billy Smith's son, John, who sails as a QMED«on an LNG vessel. John and Jo Smith's twin sons, Joseph and Alan, also are pictured. ut IF::: I �• •' v.; 5£(l»l/7fi?5 LOG Twenty-Five Years of Dedicated Service Acknowiedged Question: Why did you become a Seafarer? ''i \ Slv;": .• ^ •rk/h'i. !:K-J (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Baltimore.) Calvin Stevens, Able Bodied Sea­ man — I started back in '65.1 used to work for the state of Maiyland ferries for five years, but a bridge went in and put me out Of work. It was tough on the shore. I al­ ready had my seaman's papers, and someone said to me, "Why don't you get your butt up to the union hall?" I got a job with a ship going to Yugoslavia, and I haven't gotten out of the union since. Ray Lavoine, Retired Bosun — I got my first seaman's papers in 1937. I made one trip with NMU,^ then decided to go into the Navy. I did two hitches there, then came out and stayed ashore for two years. Finally I dug my old papers out, went to the union hall and that was it. I sailed for 27 years with SIU (until 1978). Dennis Uschic, Third Cook — For the money. Plus I always liked the water, and wanted to go different places. vl:'.,,-'.'-' Hector Duarte, Re­ tired QMED — I came to this country in 1946 and learned of a company that needed mer­ chant seamen. I came to the union hall in Baltimore, then went to the Coast Guard to get my papers. I started sailing on the old, old boats. Ray Wezik, Able Bodied Sea­ man —Money and travel. I joined in 1984.1 had just gotten married, and we needed money to build a house. Ellze Kitchen, Retired Chief Cook — When I got in (1948), things were kind of tough. I talked with a few friends, and they said. "Why not go to sea?" It's a pretty good life. It has its ups and downs, like anything else. Willie Albert, Retired Chief Cook —1 just wanted adven­ ture. I joined in 1946 and re­ tired in '85.1 just wanted to get away, I guess. I was working steel and didn't like that. HoseN.Mc Bride, Retired Chief Steward— I was working for Bethlehem Steel, and they owned 14 ships. The money was in shipping, so I started that in 1945. Chris Maye, Able Bodied Seaman — I was in the Navy and I met a mer­ chant marine in Korea. He had long hair and a beard, and said he made good money. He had a lot more freedom. In '87 I got out of the Navy, went to the Coast Guard and got my Z-card. My first job was out of Jacksonville. Bruce Peters, Ordinary Sea­ man — I just • got back into it. It was a neigh­ borhood thing in northeast Baltimore back in the '70s. I went to Piney Point... When I came back (from sea) I was lay­ ing brick, but business is no good and there's no union. I figured I would renew. Vince Cala, Or­ dinary Seaman — My older brother sailed with the union for 12 years, that's the rea­ son I went in. I joined in 1978, when I was 17. The money was good, and I first sailed widi Crowley. It was good relief from reality! I got out for a while, but business got bad ashore. Peter J. Mistretta, Re­ tired Able Bod­ ied Seaman —-1 got out of the service in 1945, and there was no work. In '46 I went with the SIU, and I didn't retire until 1986.1 liked it. I liked the travel. Adolf ("Ski") Strawinski (center) is presented with a plaque from Sea-Land Service, acknowledging his 25 years of dedicated service on the Sea-Land Service shoregang, Elizabeth, N.J. Joining the celebration are (from left) John Natoli, bosun; Tom Soresi, chief bosun; Ed Martin, port steward; Ed Doruth, bosun; Strawinski; Donald Pressly, AB /carpenter; Mike Manekas, assistant bosun, Capt. Dick Posthummus, port captain and John Parr, vessel manager. Seafarer's Son Gets Eariy Union Education 'I QMED Demyron Walker brings his son, Vincent, to the Mobile, Ala. hall to get the youngster acquainted with the union. Vincent and his twin sister, Vivian, were born November 10. Their mother, Tanya, also sails with the SIU in the steward department. Letters to the Editor Riding the Mule Ships I have written to you in the past and you printed an article about my Russian Golden Jubilee Medal and about my push for veterans status in the late '80s. We succeeded fi­ nally! I am now writing my memoirs about my sea-going days from 1942-1966.1 sailed everything ex­ cept a ship carrying mules. Many Liberty ships and perhaps other types of ships carried mules to Po­ land, Italy, France, etc. I have met seamen who were aboard such ships. I would like to hear from sea­ men who sailed aboard "mule ships." I am especially interested in the loading ports, the dates of voy­ ages, destinations, number of mules carried, number of mule deaths during the voyages, types of food fed to the mules, as well as any other pertinent information. Otis L. Bouchie Jr. Oneonta, Ala. Editor's note: Anyone wishing to help Brother Bouchie may write him at 5ISA Shade Crest St., Oneonta, Ala. 35121. Credit Given Where Due First, I want to give credit and a vote of thanks to the officials of the SIU for their leadership and vision in predicting the future of things to come. The first was the closing of the USPH Service Hospitals. The union stepped in and picked up the slack—a very costly venture... The second was to Waterman Steamship Corp. for not signing a contract with Lykes Bros. It most likely would have been the end of an era for seamen's unions ... [Regarding veterans benefits], we WWII seamen were happy and thought we would reap some of the benefits of being honorably dis­ charged, but as it tumed out so far, we are too old. We'll get $150 to help with the funeral and a flag— nothing else. I hope that the union tries to lean on the government to let some of that "kinder" and "gen­ tler" rub off on the old-time sea­ men ... who stepped forward in all of our crises ... Keep up the good work. Elorls B. Tart Mobile, Ala. ; VL "V>.- �SCPTEMBIR 1991 2! Brother Butts, 63, Is Buried at Sea Pensioner Herman Burnell Butts, an active SIU member for more than 40 years, succumbed to cancer June 22. He was 63 years old. Brother Butts was a recertified bosun and also worked as an SIU patrolman. He retired in October 1988. "He was a good bosun, a good sailor who was very supportive of the union," said SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco, who worked with Brother Butts in the port of Mobile, Ala. and at the Sea­ farers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Brother Butts was bom in Mis­ sissippi and joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of Baltimore. He first sailed on the Govemor John Lind. During his SIU career. Brother Butts served on the five-man com­ mittee which designed the recerti­ fied bosun curriculum. Eventually he graduated from that program. He also helped with the constmction of the Lundeberg School. Brother Butts spent his last five years as an active Seafarer sailing aboard the USNS Bellatrix. During the Persian Gulf conflict, he came out of retirement and shipped on the OMI Wabash for two-and-ahalf months. A veteran of the Navy (194344), Brother Butts wished to be buried at sea. His wish was hon­ ored June 30 in the Gulf of Mexico, during a moming ceremony onboiard the OMI Charger. Classes are available at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to upgrade your classification. Per the shipping rules, a QMED can be registered only In his current classification for one calendar year, then must apply for and pass courses designated by the Lundeberg School to reach the next classification until the member becomes a QMED 1. The school ha^ divided the courses into required and elective. An upgrader must take one required and one elective each year to move up one classification. REQUIRED SPECIALTY COURSES SPECIALTY COURSES Automation— Classroom and piadica! training in operation and control of twfler equip­ ment and components in steam and water cycles. Diesel Engine Technologyinstruction for diesel en­ gine tiieoty, construction and repair. Marine Electrical Maintenance— in the theory of idty, drcuits,motors and controllers. Marine Electronics TechnicianPrinciples of analog and dighai electronics with emphasis on shipboard circuitry. HydraulicsClassroom and practical training In fluids, actua­ tors, control devices, pumps, reservoirs and symbols. Variable Speed DC Drives— Electroniccontrolofdrect current drive systems found in cranes, mooring winches, deck machinery. Pumproom Operations and Mainte­ nance—Training m cargo properties and emergency procedures, tanker development and ioonstruction and valve and pump operatton. Welding- OMI Charger Captain Arthur J. Weis reported the burial service took place while the vessel was en route from Tampa to Texas City, Texas. Bosun Alvie Rushing was assisted in the final disposition of Brother Butts' ashes by ABs Reg­ inald Watklns and Lawrence Zepeda. Although the weather that morning had been cloudy and rainy, the sun shined brightly as the anchor wreath went over the stem and slowly disappe^ed over the horizon, Weis noted. Brother Butts is survived by his wife, Nina; sons Herman B. Butts Jr. and Steven Ray Butts; daugh­ ters Rhonda Fay Davis and Lisa Eileen Smith; and brother Bobby Joe Butts. SPAD The SIU's ever-popular SPAD t-shirts once again are available to our members on a first-come, first-served basis. Refrigerated Con­ tainers Advanced Training In all phases of refrigerated container op­ erations and mainte­ nance. FREE The t-shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are 100 percent American-made. ElectroHydraulics— Principles of electricai control of hydraulic sys­ tems (winches, cranes, steering, ramps). If you have not already taken advantage of this free offer, please fill out the application below and mail it to: Payoff Aboard the Robert E. Lee Secretary-Treasurer H\ Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 I Please send the SPAD t-shirt to: The crewmembers above posed for their picture during a recent payoff in New Orleans aboard the Robert E. Lee. They are (from left) AB Dorningo Contreras, Bosun Bill Penny, Patrolman Bobby Milan, AB Carlos Rodriguez and AB George Osorio I -••• It . '4i' ,T~ !;'V|. 9/91 ! NAME ADDRESS ' CITY, STATE, ZIP. ; SOCIALSECURITY#_ : PHONE# I T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) S m: 1: a- j-4 ff; t-shirts ' Classroom and on-thejob trainingIn eledric arc welding, brazing, welding and cutting. Refrigeration Systems Maintenance and Operations—Classroom and shop training In the theory of mechanicalrefrigeration, major systems components, troubleshooting and maintenance. A memorial wreath is tossed from the stern of the OMI Charger during the burial service for Brother Butts. BOOK RATING M L XL �• •U .• v SOFARBISIOG 22 ips^Eligests Continued from page 17 rector J. Hipolito, Deck Delegate Willie Chestnut, Steward Delegate Donavon Osborne. Chairman called attention to separation of plastics. He noted good voyage aiid great crew. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or engine del­ egates. Crew extended hearty vote of thanks to galley gang. •;&' • ^ NEDLLOYD HUDSON{Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 16 — Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Brian Gross, Educa­ tional Director Mike Scinto, Deck Dele­ gate George Mazzoca, Engine Delegate Thomas McArdie, Steward Delegate Jose Santiago. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment. Bosun thanked deck department forhardwork. •!?hn.; • • iij -::••• il-. • '^".V , CM!CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), June 30— Chairman Bernard Saberon, Sec­ retary Paul Burke, Educational Director D. Beeman, Engine Delegate Kenneth Haliman. Secretary thanked the union's officials and staff for doing a great job. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or stew­ ard delegates. Crew asked contracts de­ partment for clarification regarding second pumpman position. Next port; Manila. RFC EUGENE OBREGON (Water­ man Steamship), June 23 — Chairman Henry Bouganim, Secretary Heath Bryan, Educational Director Robert L. Wilson, Deck Delegate Ed Gerena, En­ gine Delegate Robert Rester. Ship paid off in Oakland, Calif, and was awaiting word on war bonus. Secretary noted vote of thanks to galley gang from crew, offi­ cers and Navy personnel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Rota, Spain. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service), June 16 — Chairman Carlton Hall, Sec­ retary J.P. Speller, Educational Director Doug Greiner. Chairman encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and make SPAD donations. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to galley gang. '• • • •' • ",•" "'••fev,'-.. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 10 — Chairman J.L. Bass, Secretary R.K. Ward, Educational Di­ rector A.O. Cuevas, Deck Delegate Francisco Rivera, Engine Delegate Juan Rodriguez, Steward £)elegate P.R. Mena. Chairman thanked steward depart­ ment for good work. Engine delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Charleston, S.C. Good Mates Both Bosun Stanley Jandora and Third Mate Laurie Frandino sail aboard the Inger. But they have something else in com­ mon—the SlU. Sister Frandino keeps up her SlU book although she now sails as an officer. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Service), June 3 — Chairman Jim Hassan, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educa­ tional Director Charles Clausen. Chair­ man noted crew put in OT while restricted to vessel in San Juan port. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY(Sea-Land Service), June 23 — Chairman Do­ mingo Leon Jr., Secretary Pedro Baker, Secretary James Tucker, Deck Delegate BJ. Hutcberson, Engine Dele­ gate Ambrose Gabriel Jr., Steward Del­ egate Steve Venus. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew requested company in­ stall garbage disposal for galley and pan­ try. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. THOMPSON PASS (lOM), June 16 — Chairman Mark W. Davis, Secretary AMBASSADOR (Crov/ley Caribbean Transport), July 18 — Chairman Dave Newman, Secretary Gwendolyn Shinholster, Educational Director M.K. Overgaard, Deck Delegate AJ. Fabre, Engine Delegate John Jourdan, Stew­ ard Delegate A.C. Fleming. Chairman noted upcoming payoff. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Port Ev­ erglades, Fla. SOSTDAf (Maritime Overseas), July 7 — Chairman S.R. Garay, Secretary L. McElroy, Educational Director Wendell L. Parrish Jr., Deck Delegate JeffH. Kass, Engine Delegate Glen Hender­ son, Steward Delegate Josh M. Tucker. Crew noted problems with ice machine and air conditioning. All delegates re­ ported disputed OT. Crew noted deck de­ partment catching fresh fish in Alaska, steward department adjusting menus to keep fresh fish served daily. Practice Makes Perfect BROOKS RANGE (lOM), July 6 — Chairman M.G. Gutierrez, Educational Director Timothy Kroneck. Chairman announced upcoming payoff, reminded crew to separate plastic and styrofoam from trash. Educational director noted hours to be worked on tankers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for daily fresh bread. SlU crewmembers man one of the lifeboats of the 1st Lt. Jack Lummus, a military prepositioning ship, during a routine fire and safety drill. Laboy, Educational Director R.C. Miller, Engine Delegate Todd Smith, Steward Delegate M. Hammock. No tieefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department and noted smooth, safe trip. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 16 — Chairman B.R. Hobbs, Secretary Joseph Bennett, Educational Director J. Fonville, Deck Delegate Donald Hood, Engine Delegate James Cumbs, Steward Delegate Bert Winfield. Treasurer reported $120 in ship's fund, being held by captain. Steward del­ egate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew encouraged more mem­ bers to attend meetings. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), June 15 — Chairman Robert McGonagle, Secretary Warren Lom­ bard, Educational Director Sam Hardin, Deck Delegate R. Figuera, Steward Delegate Troy Pope. Chairman said captain ordered radio for crew lounge, everything running smoothly. Treasurer listed $10 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew ex­ tended vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 26 —Chairman Ray Ramirez, Secretary David Boone, Edu­ cational Director Gene Speckman, Deck Delegate Alan Lautermilch, En­ gine Delegate George Ackley, Steward Delegate Martin McHal^. E)eck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), June 26 — Chairman Michael J. Willis, Secretary L. Ware, Educational Director F.L. Hall, Deck Delegate Mark Lance, Engine Delegate Evans Gatewood, Steward Delegate James Boss. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew re­ quested two new washing machines and diyer. Crew asked contracts department to get company to improve quality of mattresses and quilts. Crew thanked steward department for good meals and menu. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seattawk Manage­ ment), Jwae 2— Chairman William G.F. Thomas, Educational Director J. Walker, Steward Delegate Curtis Phil­ lips Jr. Chairman reported on the bene­ fits conferences at different halls. Secretary noted everything going well. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed possible improvement of schedule for shore launch in El Segundo, Calif. Next port: Puerto Armuelles, Panama. UL TRASEA (American Maritime , Transport), June 30 — Chairman Cesar Gutierrez, Secretary Rudolph Xatruch, Educational Director H. Bergeron, Stew­ ard Delegate Joseph Brooks. Chairman reminded crewmembers to notify master and ask for relief at completion of their time onboard. Treasurer reported $125 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. All delegates reported things run­ ning smoothly. Crew thanked steward department, with special thanks to Ru­ dolph Xatruch for salad bar. USNS WILKES(Mar Ship Operators), June 20 — Chairman John Sokolik, Sec­ retary Kevin Dougherty, Educational Director Mike Thomas, Deck Delegate Jeff Sousa, Engine Delegate A. Rene Aragones, Steward Delegate Abdel Mohamed. Crew noted problems with stores and supplies were rectified after call to contracts department. Educational director announced upgrading forms available. Treasurer reported $139 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked for and received clar­ ification from contracts department regarding premium for weekend OT. Crew noted slow mail service. USNS WYMAN(MaT Ship Operators), June 30 — Chairman Larry Winstead, Secretary Joseph J. Gallo Jr., Educa­ tional Director Cliff McCoy, Engine Del­ egate Kenneth Langfield. Crew expressed dismay regarding previous chairman's failure to submit ship's min­ utes to headquarters. Education^ direc­ tor provided members with medical forms and upgrading applications. Deck, engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Deck delegate asked con­ tracts department to explain premium OT rate. Crew asked company to either repair or replace VCR. Crew requested compensation for lack of water for pe­ riod longer than 12 hours. Crewmembers extended concern and best wishes to Brother Richard Scott, who flew to Phil­ ippines to attend to personal matters af­ fected by volcanic eruption. CAPE BON (lOM), July 18 — Chair­ man Albert J. Sacco, Secretary Waymond H. Watson HI, Educational Director Frank Tymczyszyn, Deck Del­ egate M.M. Moore Jr., Engine Delegate R.G. Duncan, Steward Delegate J. McCree. Chairman noted new mattresses would be delivered on arrival. He an­ nounced upcoming payoff and relief schedule. Secretary reminded members to leave rooms clean. Educational direc­ tor stressed importance of upgrading. Deck and engine delegates reported dis­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. Crew requested top-loading washer be ex­ changed for front-loading washer. Crew noted need for new movies and VCR cleaner. Steward department was given party and thanked for fine meals and cookout. Next port: Sunny Point, N.C. CAPE HORN (lOM), July 7 — Chair­ man Paul Domes, Secretary D.L. Huff­ man, Deck Delegate Stephen Joseph Deal, Engine Delegate Robert Baptister. Deck and engine delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by steward delegate. CAPEMENDOaNO (OMI Coip), July 21 — Chairman Orla Ipsen, Secre­ te Steven R. Hamilton Sr., Educa­ tional Director J. McCranie, Deck Delegate George W. Dean, Engine Dele­ gate Jimmie Coombs, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman announced up­ coming payoff. Secretary reminded ev­ eryone to keep doors locked while in port, noted g(^ trip. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck and engine del­ egates reported beefs and disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Crew thai^ed steward department for fine meals. Next port: New Orleans. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transocemic Cable), July 1 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrington, Secretary Delvin Wilson. Chairman announced payoff. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ard delegates. Crew noted drains backing up, discussed importance of safety. Next port: Honolulu. CHARLES L BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), July 31 — Chairman Jeremiah J. Harrin^on, Secretary Delvin Wil­ son, Deck Delegate William Rackley, Engine Delegate Wesley Wise, Steward Delegate Brenda Kamiya. Crew was re­ minded not to put shoes in washer or dryer. Chairman thanked crew for flow­ ers given after death of family member. He apologized for clutter in laundry while storerooms being painted. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or en­ gine delegates. �,'P' \ •:. mm /'i immrn wrv StFTEMBCR 1991 Cook Clora Doom prepares delicious meals for the Enterprise Star's crew. 23 Satisfying the crew's hunger on the Tom Talbert is Cook Marilyn Hinklin. Mississippi Low Water Restricts Orgulf Tugboats Extremely low water on the Mississippi River is forcing SIUcrewed Orgulf tugboats like the Enterprise Star and Tom Talbert to implement voluntary load re­ strictions. "The boats cannot push loads that are as wide, deep and long as normal," said Tony Sacco, SIU as­ sistant vice president based in St. Louis." The really hot weather and lack of rain in the area have slowed traffic on the river." Petty Officer Robin Ressler, a U.S. Coast Guard spokesman at the marine safety and navigation of­ fice in St. Louis, noted the river "is lower than last year and the same as 1989" when mandatory restric­ tions on river traffic last were im­ plemented. With weather forecasts predict­ Deckhand Jeremy Carle of the Enterprise Star secures a line to a barge. Enterprise Star Deckhand David Pitchford is ready for ship's departure. ing no relief in sight, barges and tugboats are being asked to create drafts of no more than seven feet, rather than the standard nine feet. "There are many places along the river shallower than nine feet," Ressler reported. The Enterprise Star and Tom Talbert are feeling the effects of the low water, according to Sacco. Both tugs have cut back on the number of barges they push along the Mississippi. The Enterprise Star is in its second season with Orgulf. The tugboat operates on both the upper and lower portions of the river. The Tom Talbert is one of the oldest members of the Orgulf fleet. It mainly sails along the upper half of the Mississippi. Lead Deckhand Tom Guidry operates a winch aboard the Enterprise Star. Tom Talbert Deckhand Mike Brogan carries stores into the galley. Deckhand Adam Shacknai catches up on his papenvork aboard the Enterprise Star. •• •'•-I'Lead Deckhand Barry Allen Is ready for lunch aboard the Tom Talbert. Deckhand John Thomas enjoys a soda before retuming to work on the Talbert. r, i i-V, • -v Flattery Returns Home The Cape Flattery was one of the first RRF ships activated for the Persian Gulf. Originally erewed in Mobile, Ala., the ves­ sel is now back in its original port of engagement. Before heading out on her next run, the Cape Flattery is lay­ ing up for two weeks in Mobile's Atlantic Marine shipyard for some needed repairs. Photo­ graphs of some of her crew of 23 are shown here. 'iv • i?'.y. . it i';. • i! •'V.'fe •. y-'U-m 'my-'-: Oilers Ed Rynberg (left) and Rich­ ard H. Yorac aboard the Flattery. It was another memora­ ble meal prepared and served by members of the Cape Flattery's steward department. They are (from left) Steward Assistant Magih Zookari, Steward Assistant Ben Stanley, Steward/Baker Al Hol­ land and Chief Cook Mike Gramer. Flattery crewmembers include (from left, front row) Bosun Robert Dennis, OS Kim Anderson, OS Ron Brown, (back row) AB Walter Kaulback, AB Mike Williams, OS Granville Reader, OS Duke Norwood and ABG Bennie Spencer. ^ • ::U' .1^ J •• ' V(. ; ' ^ I �%:X'W?itSr '• •IV^''-.A"* •• • K ';• ,•:. ' , '••k, -);•• • SEAFARERS LOG 24 1:- 9:4, 'r ; -JY • - • • •• PinejF Point Crnmlex Hmmd for Pan! Hall Continued from page 3 wa: Ci,*-•;. •M % JV 1^' .- 'Mv, , ' that direct memories of Hall should be "articulated in some formal way before they pale out in sec­ ond-hand retellings and then are lost in the indistinct flickerings of history. The reason is that he was in fact not merely a striking per­ sonality—there are striking per­ sonalities in every sphere of ac­ tion—but, I believe, a significant figure in the development of American shipping." Hettena, who worked jointly with Hall on many matters of in­ terest to the maritime industry, said, 'T hope that in these days, when executive policy more or less plainly regards an American merchant marine as superfluous, the bravura skill, force and broad vision of a Paul Hall will continue to inspire Mike Sacco and his successors and animate the ship­ ping industry as a whole in the struggles that may lie ahead." Helen Delich Bentley, congresswoman from Maryland's sec­ ond district, who was detained from attending the meeting in per­ son by congressional redistricting meetings in the state capitol, re­ minisced about Paul Hall and her association with him. The former head of the Federal Maritime Commission, who had to attend the redistricting meeting to defend the boundaries of her congressional seat, said in a com­ munication read at the ceremony that she regretted not being there in person "because there is no­ body to whom I would rather pay tribute than Paul Hall, who was both my ally and opponent on different occasions." She recalled "the seamen's strike of 1963 between the SIU and the NMU, when the negotia­ tions at the Edison Hotel... were very bitter. The next day they were moved to the Federal Build­ ing, and the streets were lined with striking, shouting seamen. "Joseph Curran, the president of the NMU, arrived with a body­ guard of 20 members of his union. Ten minutes later a car pulled up and out stepped Paul Hall, alone and unescorted. He walked by himself through that mob—that was Paul Hall." people in a position to move up in the industry that he loved." He recalled the educational pro­ grams instituted by the SIU and District 2 to enable a seaman to advance his shipboard position. "Paul really loved it because it meant that his guys, when they got through being a bosun or pumpman, were not frozen any more." McKay noted that the pro­ gram gave seamen the ability to go from the bottom of the hawsepipe to captain or the chief en­ gineer's job. In his remarks. Max Hall, Paul Hall's son, noted how his father "had an uncanny ability to pin­ point national trends and to un­ derstand how they would affect the maritime industry. I remember him saying that things never stay the same, that the American-flag merchant marine had to adapt to new conditions or go under. He chose to adapt." A Friend to Seamen Max Hall said, "Outsiders knew my father as a dynamic speaker, a forceful and compelling pres­ ence. He was that, but much more. Opponents knew him as a fierce and unrelenting fighter. Officials of the SIU knew him as a stem but loving taskmaster. Seamen knew him as a friend." As his son. Max Hall saw his father away from the limelight. "In his private life, my father was a quiet, unpretentious man. He did not much care for material possessions. But give him a bowl of chili, a clean fo'c's'le, and stim­ ulating conversation and he was more than happy." Max Hall also paid tribute to his mother. Rose Siegel Hall, not­ ing the support she gave her hus­ band and family. "My father often said that there would never have been an SIU had it not been for this woman." Howard Schulman, former gen­ eral counsel of the Seafarers, who spent innumerable hours with Paul Hall, said he appreciated "his for­ titude, his brilliance, his refiisal to •K Travelling along Maryland Route 249, Piney Point visitors wiil see a new sign. accept no, his understanding of issues." Hall, he said, "was as eloquent as any man you have ever heard and as rational as any person." At the core of Hall's concerns, said Schulman, "was what he called his seafarers family. It was the people who went to sea, no matter if they wCre licensed officers or unlicensed. They were seamen to him. And he wanted recognition for seamen." Visionary Programs William F. Zenga, business manager of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 25, which represents marine dredging workers, said Paul Hall was "al­ ways developing new approaches to handling old problems. Often­ times his ideas seemed like pipe dreams when he advanced them, but to Paul they were merely one more step on the road to success. "Twenty-five years ago, few people would have thought that the site on which we are standing would house the best maritime training school in the country." In closing remarks, SIU Presi­ dent Michael Sacco said, "It is a tribute to the remarkable man we honor today that all elements of our industry are brought together by his memory." Sacco, who be- gan his sailing and union career under Paul Hall, pointed out that those in attendance included train­ ees, upgraders, unions represent­ ing both licensed and unlicensed crewmembers, shipowners from the deep sea. Great Lakes and inland waters sectors. Foundatibn for Future The SIU president pointed to the future of the American mer­ chant marine. "Today is an excit­ ing moment, it represents the abil­ ity of the industry to come together, it represents all kinds of potential for the maritime sector. With what we have here today we can move mountains, we can take up seem­ ingly impossible challenges. "It is going to be a hard fight, but if Paul Hall serves as our inspiration, a tougher challenge will not deter us. It just might require tougher work, more unu­ sual and creative tactics." Sacco ended his comments with a special word to the seamen in the audience. Paul Hall "loved to talk with Seafarers. He took great pride in every step of personal advancement any SIU member took. Paul wanted each and every one of us to do our personal best for this industry. He wanted us to constantly refine and upgrade our skills." |jit • Believer in Education ;.b>;- • ;H;- Raymond McKay, president of District 2 Marine Engineers Ben­ eficial Association, who was in­ volved with Paul virtually from his infancy, called Hall "an educa­ tor" who "liked to see his people educated and he liked to see his )V :f: 11 Hundreds of maritime industry representatives and Seafarers, both active and retired, attend the dedication ceremony. •f' i; ,., -1 Trainees form an honor guard around statue of Paul Hall during the ceremony held to mark the naming of the Piney Point complex after the late SlUNA president. • ' • .'i '.riv-;; �serrmBiR m Lundeberg School Graduates Eight Classes Ti^ainee Lifeboat Class 478—Graduating from trainee llfeisoat class 478 are (from left, kneeling) Shawn Hurst, Alex Feria, Jorge Chiclana, Patrick Carroll, Aimee Barrentine, David Johnston, Joseph Koch, Richard Aversa, (second row) Roy Grubb, Christy Lewis, Marcus Theodore, Patrick Healey, Brad Haines, James World, (third row) Charles DiGristine, Eric Viars, Jim Sheffield, Rubin Rose, Peter Zeschke, Stephen Papuchis and Matt Carroll. Celestial Navigation—Completing the five-week curriculum are (from left, first row) Gary Smith, Michael Wilson, Tom Grose, (second row) Melvin Santos, Jim Brown (instructor), Mike Lydick, S.K. Thompson and Ted Dodson. Trainee Lifeboat Class 479—Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 479 are (from left, kneeling) Timothy Null, Janet Baird, Paul Staib, Michael Simmons, Mark Mason, David White, John Dupart, Paul Szalus, (second row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Alex Feria, Raury LeFave, Eric Reyer, Timothy DuVal, Kenneth McCann, Francisco Rodriguez, Joseph Ritter, Robert Dargan, (third row) Mayfield Cousins, Brian Mooney, David Motto, Gene Wheelis, Raymond Leak, (fourth row) Brian Goudy, Donald Pears and James Lawrence. •! 1 Upgrade^ Lifeboat—^Receiving their lifeboat training certificates froni the Lun<»b< leberg School on July 16 are (from left) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), M.T. St. George, Tim Nugent, Ekow Doffoh and John Kelly. r:..M / •V ;• Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—Working their way up the engine depart­ ment ratings are (from left, kneeling) Samuel Grant, Gustavo Ossario, George Demetropoulos, Dennis Hillman, Michael MacCraken, Erik Bradshaw, James Ball, Gregory Brandane, (second row) Rick Kamantigue, Lee Hebert, Anthony Bonin, Luis Torres, Alice Hines, Derrick Young, James Smalls, Efrain Diaz, Michael Hermanson, William Scott, (third row) Ronald MacNeill, Kevin Earhart, R. Arment, Ed Krebs, G.F. Daley, Shawn Murphy, Brian Allred, Jeff Bull and J.C. Wiegman. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the July 25 class of upgraders. They are (from left) Ronald MacNeill, Rufus Hairston, Frank Watkins, Tye Smalls, Samuel Grant and Jim Moore (instructor). .4 .4. 4>'; -'I' f' • •. •• .J".1 Ii T:: •4^ 4 4 Advanced Refrigeration Class—Receiving their certifk»tes of course completion are (from left, kneeling) San Anthony Negron, Val Carpi, (second row) Mike Wells, D. Rush Ingram, Walter Chancey, (third row) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), John Cronan, Devin Bertel, Mike Las Dulce, Phil Parent and Kelly Davis. QMED—Upgrading members of the engine department completing the QMED course are (from left, kneeling) Anthony Wiley, Dan Powers, Mark Dumas, Charlie Hampton, Paul Barbadillo, Linda Halderman, (second row) Ken Mulderig, James Banigan, Skipper Bucella, Tom Dunn, Art Wadsworth, Paul Bentson, Darrell McD­ onald, Taylor Clear, (third row) Howard Bland (MFOW), Steve Willis (MSC) Robert Gaglioti, Tom Barry, Mike Whytock, David Williams and Thom Kreutzer. S;":„ '• • Kr, I' rif .•.'4.- --I 'I • / •••'•''-I-. �SEMAROtSm ••<-. •:'V"."^.- '•• •fl Final DEEP SEA i-.\ T , , , ' •i.-'v4i«'^.>*: THOMAS P. ANDERSON Thomas P. Anderson, 47, passed away Feb. 2. He joined the union in 1964 in his native New York. A member of the deck department. Brother An­ derson last shipped in 1978. LOUIS L. ARENA Pensioner Louis L. Arena, 68, died June 12 as a result of lung cancer. He joined the SIU in 1941 in his native New Orleans. Brother Arena completed the bosun recertification program in 1976. He also served in the Army from 1942 imtil 1945. He began receiving his pension in August 1982. THEODORE D. BLADES Pensioner Theodore D. Blades, 90, passed away July 17. Bom in Pennsylvania, he joined the Seafarers in 1950 in the port of Boston. Brother Blades shipped as a bosun. He retired in September 1976. WILLIAM B. BLANKINSmP Pensioner William B. Blankinship, 64, died June 24. A na­ tive of North Carolina, he joined the union in 1947 in the port of Balti­ more. Brother Blankinship sailed in the engine department and also served in the Army firom 1951 to 1953. He retired in February 1981. RAYMOND W. BLETHEN Pensioner Raymond W. Blethen, 61, passed aWay July 8. He was bom in Cormecticut and joined the SIU in 1959 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Blethen shipped in the black-gang and upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. He began receiving his pension in March 1987. • .i ••:,'• r;-r --< I JAMES MICHAEL Pensioner James Mi­ chael, 83, died July 27. He was bom in Geor­ gia and joined the union in 1950 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Mi­ chael shipped as a chief cook. He retired in February 1973. JAMES MORAN Pensioner James Moran, 60, passed away July 22. A native of Massa­ chusetts, he joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Boston. Brother Moran shipped in the deck department and in 1975 upgraded at the Lundeberg School. He also served in the Coast Guard from 1948 until 1952. Brother Moran began re­ ceiving his pension in May 1987. HARRY R. SINGLETON Pensioner Harry R. Singleton, 75, died July 27. Bom in New York, he joined the SIU as a charter member in 1939 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Sin­ gleton sailed in the engine de­ partment. He retired in October 1982. WOODRUFF STANLEY JR. Pensioner Woodmff Stanley, Jr., 69, passed away June 19. He was bom in Texas and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1966 in the port of San Francisco before the union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Stanley retired in Octo­ ber 1985. KEITH J. THOMPSON Keith J. Thompson, 35, died July 12. The native of Louisi­ ana graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1971. Brother Thompson shipped in the deck department. He was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES TONG Pensioner James Tong,87, passed away July 8. Bom in China, he joined the union in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Tong sailed in the galley gang. He retired in June 1976. CALMANBOGGS Pensioner Caiman Boggs, 80, died July 9. The native of New­ foundland joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Boggs shipped in the deck department. He retired in December 1978. INLAND NICHOLS KOMINOS Nichols Kominos, 56, passed away July 8. Bom in Greece, he joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of New York. Brother Kominos was a mem­ ber of the engine department. He was an active rnember at the time of his death. RUSSELL HASTINGS Pensioner Russell Hastings, 78, passed away June 29. A native of Mary­ land, he joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Philadel­ phia. Boatman Hastings was a member of the steward depart­ ment, and he served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. He began receiving his pension in August 1976. STUARTSTEVENS Pensioner Stuart Stevens, 62, died June 16. He was bom in Florida and joined the union in 1972 in the port of New Or­ leans. Boatman Stevens sailed as a tankerman, and he also served in the Navy from 1947 shipped in the engine depart­ ment. He retired in June 1975. JOSEPH R.SUAREZ Pensioner Joseph R. Suarez, 78, passed away July 8. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Suarez JESSE WILKINSON Pensioner Jesse Wil­ kinson, 76, died June 13He was bom in Colorado and joined the union in 1964 in the port of St. Louis. Boatman Wil­ kinson sailed in the blackgang. He began receiving his pension in July 1981. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and Union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All tmst funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are adminis­ tered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management representatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disburse­ ments of trust funds are made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the vari­ ous trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are ' available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political pur­ poses of any individual in the Union, officer or member. Italso has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective mem­ bership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meet­ ings in all constitutional ports. Ilie responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an ^itorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. ' • ..V /•. to 1951. He retired in January 1991. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SlU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he should not have been re­ quired to make such payment, this should immedi­ ately be reported to Union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ TIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All meml)ers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting todeprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such ^ dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should im­ mediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against fjecause of race, creed, color, sex and national or geographic origin. Ifany member feels that he isdenied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONA­ TION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate se^egated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and pur­ poses including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employ­ ment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contribu­ tions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employ­ ment. If a contribution ismade byreason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appro­ priate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his eco­ nomic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any timea member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquar­ ters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �mm crPlVJlAfff lOOl • :: jKrttmutK • lyyi •? 1991-92 UPGRADING COURSE SOIEDULE SAeduh for 1991 5HI^COH»90 FULL 8-week Sessions The following is the current course schedule for October 1991-March 1992 at the Seafarers ffarry Lundeberig iS^hool of Seainanshi]:) All prdgrams are geared to improve job skills of SIU members dnd to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the nriembership^s and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian GulT • October 21 DeoembearH MeierHti^m Pngnms Comi^teOM Check-In Date March 23 January 27 Course Bosun Recertiflcadon Steward Recertiflcation Date '/-iS./.. —•I. /' t May 4 March 2 fi^ UpgiwIn^ Oufrm . Check-In:''-^;Cbmplfetiott . .Date • Date October 28 December b January 2^ February 28 March lt> April 24 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class prior / to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Course Able Seaman •' Stewiifd Upgrading Courses Check-In Completion •..-.-Date •• Date Assistant Coidc, Cook and Baker^ . ;M open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon cothpierionCall stiidents mil^ d Sealift Familiarization class. LIfieboatman October 25 October 14 November 8October 28 November 2? November li Deoeinber 6 November 25 '..r. ,1. ' December:^ December 9 January 17 January 6 iliiu-s January 28 January 31 * February 3 February 14 February 17 February 28 March 13 March 2 March 27 March 16 AprillO March 30 October 25 ; i; 14 October December l3 December 2 February 7 January 27 March 13 March? November 1 October 28 : Radar Observer Unlimited December 20 December 16 January 24 January 20 March 20 March 16 November 29 November 4 Celestial Navigation Marcb6 February 10 April 17 January 6 . ' Third Mbte .i.' ... March? "^ Limited Mates License January 27 Upon completion, the Sedlijft Operations course must he taken. Tankerman November 11 December 6 AprillO ingine Upgrading Courses Course QMED-Any Ratiiig Firenmn/Watertender and Cfller • . •., 5g^--V. •: -.-v ; Marine ElerirUnics Technician Deep Sea/Inland Engineers Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inlaild) Address- Course High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) (State) Mo./Day/Vear TelephoneL— (Zip Code) L (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. U.S. Citizen: • No Home Port. I am interested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held.—^ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from • Yes GNo to Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken^ • Yes • No — Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Firefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training Primary language spoken Check-In Date October 28 October 28 October 28 ... Com^etion Date December 6 December 6 December 6 DATE- SIGNATURE. Department- ^ • Yes February 14 December 6 February 2l May 8 May 29 December 13 December 13 May 8 February 14 Book #_ Social Security #_ Seniority January 6 October 14 January 6 March 16 January 6 October 7 October 4 March 2 January 6 With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. Yoii also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE (Street) (City) April 24 Adult Eduration Sdiedule Date of Birth. (Middle) (First) •4-'' .1 Refrigeration Maintenance 8t ..-Operatikms'.: All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. UPGfODING APPUCAmH (Last) i -• a ' Cbmpiedon Date March 27 December 20 February 28 March 16 FttiniMinimi Maintenance &0i^^ Marine Electrical Maintenance Check-In Completion Course Date .:Date • ; . Oil Spill Preventkm & October 28 November I Containment (1 week) March 2 March 6 Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Name. Check-In Date January 6 November 11 January 20 ^ Ml students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Oil Spill Omim " .-• •' •.- 'ii. . • — DECK AB/Sealifl 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland Q Celestial Navigation G Simulator Course • • • • • ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) n Developmental Studies (DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility n Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward n Towboat Inland Cook COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Traasportatloa wiB be paid ia accordaacc witb (be icbcduliag tcUer only if you present origiaal receipts and sncccsshilly compiele tbe course. If you have any qucsthias, contact yonr p(^ agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Cenler. P.O. Bo* 75. Piney Point. MD. lOSU 9/91 ^ .. ' •:•• 1-. : •' .'.J 1 • ' • • : -.!i • • • 'V �SEAmRERS 1991 Benefits Conferences There are five benefits con­ ferences remaining—sched­ uled from September through the end of the year. See page 11 for dates of upcoming sessions. nl^tl-iV'X:;; d\ Volume 53, Number 9 September 1991 ' ••'flri,, -!• i;s' ..' • V USNS Hess Crew Befriends Stranded SIU members aboard the USNS Hess celebrated Independence Day with an act of generosity toward their Soviet coimterpaits aboard the Narvaskaya Zasatava, a disabled trawler. During a stop in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Seafarers learned of the plight of the Russian seamen in the area. The Soviet ship had been un­ dergoing engine repairs for months, and its crew had not been paid since mid-May. A Canadian newspaper reported the Soviet situation, noting the crewmembers were short of many supplies and cash. The Soviets es- Seafarers misfdrtune of breaking down be­ fore it caught anything, thereby leaving the crew at the mercy of its, Bosun Gutierrez Reports Smooth Sailing on Ultrasea "rV.™ • •"• -". •" • • Bosun Cesar A. Gutierrez re­ ported smooth sailing on the Ultrasea, which recently completed a voyage that included stops in Alex­ andria and Dumyat, Egypt. After an 18-day trip from the United States, SIU members on­ board the Ultrasea celebrated Independence Day in Dumyat. Crewmembers noted the excellent salad bar and special dishes pre­ pared by Steward/Baker Rudy Xatruch. The Ultrasea, an American Mar­ itime Transport vessel, paid off July 25 in Norfolk, Va. SIU mem­ bers who crewed the Ultrasea dur­ ing this voyage are Gutierrez, Xatruch, ABs Robert Van Brunt, Eddie Hall, Edward Haney, Jim Bishop, Mate Anzulovich and Ar­ thur Machado, DEUs Carlos MUla and Abraham Carhajal, QMED H. Bergeron, Pumpman A1 Thomas, Jr., OMUs J. Rodriguez, Gary Danos and Harold Nassans, Steward/Baker Conrado Martinez and Chief Cook Joseph Brooks. The Ultrasea was built in 1974. The vessel carries 86,000 dead­ weight tons, and usually ships grain from the United States to various ports around the world. Recently the Ultrasea has been making steady voyages to Egypt. .rV: •• • '• iL. • After an 18-day voyage, crewmembers aboard the Ultrasea are ready for some shoretime in Dumyat, Egypt. They are (from left) DMUs Ed Haney and Robert VanBrunt, DEU Carlos Milla, DMU Eddy Hall and Bosun Cesar Gutierrez. In the photo aboveJhe Ultrasea's deck gang at work in port of Damyat, Egypt. Below: DMU Robert Van Brunt at ship's stern. At left. Bosun Cesar Gutierrez stands guard under Old Glory. 1 {• » The Rev. David Craig (center) delivered the donations frOm Bosun Earl Hanson (left). Steward Assistant Gamel Saleh and the rest of the Hess crew. sentially were confined to thenowner who would decide whether ship and were unable to afford any pay would be advanced. sort of recreation. The USNS Hess is an oceanoOn July 4 Bosun Earl Henson graphic research ship operated for made his fellow SIU members the Navy's Sealift Command by aware of this, and the Seafarers MarShip Operators of Rockville, responded by raising cash, stores Md. SIU members onboard the and other sundries for the Soviets. Hess during these events were: They gave the goods to the Rev. Henson, ABs William Seihprit, David Craig of the Missions to Richard Hayes, Lozzie Jones, Seamen, who delivered the dona­ Theodore Doi and Richard J. tions to the Soviet ship on July 5. Petersen, OSs Bruce Kane, Ahmed Mohamed and Joseph "It was a moving experience Rubin Jr. and I witnessd a look of hope and gratitude on [the Soviet] faces, Also aboard were QMEDs along with a tear of happiness," the \ Marvin Wells, Ronald Chastang Rev. Craig reported to the bosun. and Robert Coppock, OMUs "The Russians are pleased." John Morgan, Tommy Gihhs and Warren Redick and GUDE Mi­ The SIU's gracious gesture may chael A. Wilkerson have started a lucky streak for the Soviets. After the Russians re­ Chief Steward Beverly Briley, ceived the Seafarers' donations, Chief Cook Ahmed Qoraish, they finally got a portion of pay Cook/Baker Michael Douglas, from the ship's owner. ACU Samuel Garrett and SAs The Soviets did not know how Jules Carracci, Paul Lahorde, much longer engine repairs would Arthur Holley, Gamel Saleh, take. An agent for the ship's owner, Ronald Coley, Chad Griffin, based in Leningrad, told a Canadian James Francis and Ada Severin newspaper the fishing ship had the made up the galley crew. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has asked the SIU to help locate Ashley Taija-Ray Dixon. The 3-year-old child was ab­ ducted by her non-custodial father, Jethro Dixon, September 29, 1989 from her home in Newark, N.J. She has black hair, brown eyes and a slightly "lazy" left eye. At the time of her abduction, she was 2 ft. tall and weighed 25 lbs. A felony warrant for parental kidnapping has been issued for the 25-year-old man. He is 5 ft. 6. in., 145 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone having information should contact The National Cen­ ter for Missing and Exploited Chil­ dren at (800) 843-5678 or the Missing Person's Unit of the Essex County Sheriff's Office (N.J.) at (201)621-4177. i^shley Taija-Ray Dixon Of: _-i* - j: .... � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES DESERT STORM REDEPLOYMENT KEEPS SHIPS ON GULF RUN SIU SEES FLAWS IN CG’S ‘WORKER TAX’ PINEY POINT COMPLEX NAMED FOR PAUL HALL SINKING OF GREEK CRUISE SHIP RAISES CONCERNS OVER SAFETY CASH AID, ANWR ON DECK WHEN CONGRESS RETURNS GOVERNMENT ISSUES REPORT ON STONEWALL JACKSON FIRE CG FISHING VESSEL RULES GO INTO EFFECT SEPT. 15 CONTRACTS DEPARTMENT RECEIVED INQUIRIES ON SOCIAL SECURITY TAX AT&T’S GLOBAL LINK GETS OFF TO GOOD START HURRICANE POUNDS NEW BEDFORD FISHING FLEET FALSE ASSUMPTIONS UNDERLIE USER FEE PLAN, CHARGES SIU SURVIVORS OF SEVEN SCUD ALERTS LOPEZ CREW RECALLS GULF MISSION CHARLES E. WILSON’S VERSATILE CREW CAN HANDLE ANY KIND OF LOAD SIU GOV’T SERVICES MEMBERS CREW NEW MSCPAC SHIP USNS HIGGINS SETS GULF RECORD; LOGS 385 STRAIGHT DAYS OF RUN BENEFITS CONFERENCES MOVE TO NEW ORLEANS, HONOLULU ‘A-PLUS’ GALLEY GANG TREATS WILLAMETTE CREWMEMBERS RIGHT SINKING SHIP’S CAPTAIN LEAVES BEFORE PASSENGERS NON-STOP WORK KEEPS MV VIRGINIA SANDS HUMMING ITB MOBILE SEAFARERS WORK THROUGH ICE STORM INDUSTRY, LABOR ATTEND DEDICATION OF HALL CENTER BROTHER BUTTS, 63, IS BURIED AT SEA MISSISSIPPI LOW WATER RESTRICTS ORGULF TUGBOATS PINEY POINT COMPLEX NAMED FOR PAUL HALL USNS CREW BEFRIENDS STRANDED SOVIET SEAFARERS BOSUN GUTIERREZ REPORTS SMOOTH SAILING ON ULTRASEA Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/01/1991 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 53, No. 9 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/78ffb74649d6719eed83fa03593da047.PDF 6650a22dfe01fc4ae2d6ab68d65951a3 PDF Text Text OFWqAlORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATiONAL UNION • ATLANTIC GULF, UKES AND INUND WATERS DISTRIQ • AFKIO Volume 54, Number s # «/• What Price Trade?' L ^:ri%a he heavy cost of the proposed trade deal with Mexico will he measured in terms of massive job losses, factory closings and the destruction of American communities. Ti. • 4i Vf • Page 3 1' AFL-CIONEWS : ': * L. • t'-7 V.--V • J.'" ^ •' • f -.' �•-.r J-; i./' 2 SEPTEMBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG President's Report Congress Faces Full Maritime Agenda When U Rehims M BO, nis Month A Government-Approved Runaway Operation • '^. •.I A. It is not the mere notion of a free trade agreement with other na­ tions that the American labor movement finds objectionable. The AFL-CIO and its affiliated unions, in particular the unions representing workers in the transpor­ tation sector who earn their living moving goods, favor free trade if it is conducted f^ly. Trade agreements generally are designed to eliminate tariffs and other government programs which protect domestic interests. The rub when it comes to the so-called free trade agreement that has just been signed by the governments of the United States, Canada and Mexico, known as the North American Free Trade Agreement or NAFTA, is that this Michael Sacco is not fair trade. It is an agreement to en­ courage American business to move their operations into Mexico, to use cheaper labor and then send the goods back here for consumption by Americans. This is a plantswitch operation. It is precisely this use of a free trade agreement to allow a trans­ ference of U.S. manufacturing capabilities to Mexico and the sale of the product back to the United States which we in the American labor movement find objectionable. We object to the opportunity of capital to avoid the use of American labor while never taking their eye off the American market, for it will not be Mexican citizens, each of whom has a per capita income of some $2,000 a year, that will purchase all the goods being manufactured in Mexico by U.S. companies. Of course there are the many tales by various economists and administration representatives that the trade pact with Mexico will make the world a better place, with high-paying jobs for Mexicans and Americans alike. Then there are other economists who admit there will be several hundred thousand American jobs lost at first, but, they promise, these will be offset later by increased jobs from producing increased goods for the Mexican market. Competing for $4.00 a Day W I.:.- :i 4:^ Such thoughts at best are cold comfort to American workers who are being told that massive layoffs are immediately in store for them. At worst such talk is a cover-up for the fact that allowing U.S. capital to go to Mexico by the billions of dollars not only means job losses in the United States, but it also means decreased wages, as American workers are forced to compete against their Mexican counterparts earning between $4 and $10 a day. And for eve^ economist that predicts a rosy future because of NAFTA, there is another economist who sees m the agreement job losses for both Mexican and American workers. Frankly, I prefer to evaluate this trade agreement by common sense and our experience in U.S. shipping. Common sense tells us that if a U.S. company owner has a choice between $10 an hour employees or $10 a day employees, he will choose the latter. If a U.S. company owner has a choice between meeting U.S. safety, environmental and tax regulations or operating in Mexico with none of those costs, he is bound to choose the latter. If an American company has a chance to increase proHts substantially ust by moving factories across the border, it will do so. And if the U.S. government officially approves the move, so much the better. Our experience tells us that capital seeks the cheapest costs and that, given the chance, capital will roam the world looking for the most exploitable labor and least regulated environment. Imagine what U.S. investment will do when what they are looking for— ow wages and a regulation-free environment- -is just a stone's throw away across the border. Who Pays the Price? In sum, it is American workers, their families and their com­ munities who pay the price for this greed and shortsightedness. The victims of a so-called free trade agreement, or in other words an organized, government-sanctioned runaway operation, are America's workers and their families—the people who produce American goods, the people who pay the taxes, the people who Ight America's wars, the people who raise the next generation of eaders and the people who most directly bear the brunt of America's incapable leadership at times, as with the proposed trade deal with Mexico. Trade must enrich ordin^ people, not a few on the top who reserve for themselves the right to the best that the United States las to offer, but who would deny the same to the America's work­ ing people. It is only when trade agreements benefit all citizens in­ stead of the few on the capital side of the equation that those of us in the trade union movement can support such pacts. Volume 54, Number 9 A;' • ; i:: Several bills affecting the U.S Maritime Biiis to Foiiow in Faii Session of Congress shipping industiy and the people who earn their livelihoods at sea Action by Congress Description BUVNumber await congressional action as legislators return to Capitol Hil" Would require all inland Passed by House this month following the summer Inland Decuman- l)oatmen Merchant Marine & on vessels of tatlon/HR4394 recess. more than 5 tons to hold Fisheries Committee; full House consideration next Hearings, debates and votes Coast Guard-issued merchant mariner are expect^ to be fast and furious documents as members of the Senate and House of Representatives ^ to Maritime Mark-up expected to be Would help U.S.-flag complete their work and adjourn Refonn4tR5627; companies acquire new held in September by House & Senate vessels andprovide by Columbus Day (October 12) in S3047 merchant marine payments for up to 74 order to campaign at home for the subcommittees militarily useful November 3 elections^ commercial vessels Closing a Safety Loophole Repeal of Work Would eliminate Marked-up by House Maritime bills include remov­ Tax on Mariners/ proposed fees on Coast Coast Guard Subcommittee; awaiting Guard-issued merchant ing a safety loophole that allows HR4693 action by House mariner documents inland mariners to sail without Merchant Marine & Coast Guard documentation, Fisheries Committee creating a federal policy as Passed by House of Included with the proposed by Department of Defense Representatives; Defense Departmenfs Appropriations Transportation Secretary Andrew Bill4HR5504 awaiting action by the FY '93 funding bill are Card Jr. this summer to fund U.S.$801.4 million for sealift Senate Appropriations Committee to purchase or build flag commercial vessels that civilian-crewed military Could be used by the military in vessels times of emergency and eliminat­ ing a proposed "work tax" that Cruise to Would eliminate foreign- Passed by House Merchant Marine & flag cruise ships from could be imposed when merchant Nowhere Fisheries Committee; full sailing out of U.S. ports Restrictions/ mariners acquire or upgrade their HR 5257 for gambling junkets with House consideration next merchant mariner documents. no ports of call However, congressional atten­ tion to these bills could be limited as the legislators still have to pass eight labor unions representing lowing passage of the Otnnibus almost all of the Fiscal Year 1993 maritime workers called for rapid Budget Reconciliation Act of packages that fund the federal enactment of the reform package. 1990. The proposed cost to government—including the Within the reform package are mariners ranges from $35 for a Defense Department measure means to help U.S.-flag shipping Z-card with no endorsements to companies acquire new vessels, $135 for an AB or QMED endor­ that concerns sealift. The full House of Repre­ including governmental pay­ sement to $330 for upper level sentatives almost imniediately ments for up to 74 militarily use­ licenses. upon its return is expected to ful commercial ships. Looking for Sealift Funds While both Card and legis­ debate H.R. 4394, which would Appropriation bills fund the require inland boatmen who sail lators who serve on maritime federal government for the period committees have stated their aboard vessels of more than five October 1,1992 to Septemter 30, gross tons to carry U.S. Coast hopes to pass the legislation by 1993. The House passed the the end of the year, neither the Guard merchant mariner docu­ Defense biU (H.R. 5504) on July 2 ments (Z-cards). The bill, which House nor the Senate have with $801.4 million for sealift left passed the House Merchant scheduled a mark-up session as of intact. Those fiinds, combined with Marine and Fisheries Committee press time. However, spokesmen $2.7 billion already available, on July 1, would close a loophole for both the Senate and House could be used to acquire vessels which has exempted the men and merchant marine subconunittees necessary to satisfy the recommen­ Avomen working aboard tugs and said session dates would be set dations of the Mobility Require­ tows in America's inland water­ when the legislators return to ments Study based on the actions Washington after Labor Day. ways from carrying Z-cards. taken during the Persian Gulf war Upon passage by the House, Nixing the Seaman Tax and issued in January. the bill would go to the Senate for The House Merchant Marine A bill to amend the Passenger action. and Fisheries Committee also has Service Act to prohibit foreign-flag Towards a National Policy not set a date for further considera­ cruise-to-nowhere voyages awaits Congress continues to review tion of a bill designed to repeal fees action by the House of Repre­ the maritime reform initiative on merchant mariner documents sentatives. The House Merchant rresented by Card. Both the and licenses. The Coast Guard Marine and Fisheries Committee iouse and the Senate are working Subcommittee marked up the bill, passed the legislation in August on separate bills sponsored by the H.R. 4693, in May for action by the The bill also would codify U.S. Customs Service and court rulings chairmen of each chamber's mer­ full committee. The legislation was introduced that passenger vessels engaged in chant marine committees. Along with SIU President after the Coast Guard announced the coastwise trade be U.S. built Vlichael Sacco, the presidents of it would implement such fees fol­ and owned. ITB Olive /Ifoore Returns to Great Lakes after Conversion September 1992 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is pub­ lished monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Geor­ ges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor^ Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editor, Jordan Biscardo; As­ sociate Editor/Production, Deborah Hirtes; Art, Bill Brower. The tugboat OliveL Moore, shown above with the barge McKee Sons, relumed to the Great Lakes earlier this season after being fitted with a new twin-rudder ship control system. Operated by Upper Lakes Towing of Escanaba, Mich., and crewed top to bottom with SIU members, the integrated tug/barge fiauls salt, stone and ore all over the Great Lakes region. While the Moore was built in 1928, the McKee Sons recently was converted into a barge from a steamboat hull. Upper Lakes operates one other steamboat ttiat fias been converted into a tug/barge—the Joe Thompson/and//. •fl �- I '.-.-••.-i:.;.i>'i.'. SEFrEMBER1992 SEAFARERS LOG 3 AFL-CIO Sees Loss Of 500,000 Jobs In New Trade Pact A trade agreement negotiated though this is lower in the 2,000- declining American wages. by the Bush administration with mile area bordering the Unitec The AFL-CIO has noted that the governments of Mexico and States where thousands of the Bush administration is fond of Canada must be measured in American companies have estab­ arguing that for every billion dol­ terms of how American workers lished factories known as "ma- lars of U.S. exports, 20,000 jobs will fare, according to the AFL- quiladoras." In the United States are created. The federation has CIO and its affiliated unions, in­ the average 1990 manufacturing pointed out that the cluding the Seafarers wage is $14.77. administration's glowing num­ International Union. Federal, state and local en­ bers fail to consider the reverse: The so-called free trade pact vironmental standards, also in- For every billion dollars of excess with Mexico and Canada, or the plant safety and health imports to the United States, "North American Free Trade regulations, are far more stringent 20,000 jobs are lost. Agreement" (NAFTA), which in the U.S. than in Mexico. The Economic Policy Institute now goes to Congress for ratifica­ (EPI), a Washington, D.C.-based A Mexican Market? tion or rejection, in theory is group of economists, analyzed NAFTA boosters argue job los­ designed to reduce trade barriers ses in the United States will be three of the studies cited by the among the three nations and by made up by the newly-opened Bush administration and found that create jobs and prosperity for Mexican market This theory con­ them wanting. In an analysis of the the citizenry. tends that U.S. jobs will be created three studies, EPI found that the Proponents of the pact, which by the need to supply Mexicans rosy projections for NAFTA were the Bush administration last with American-made goods. made possible by making two as­ month announced had been However, the AFL-CIO has sumptions—first, a full employ­ signed by all three countries, also pointed out that a nation with one- ment economy in the U.S. and believe it will allow the United third the population of the United second, no transfer of investment States to compete with a unified States and with a per person per from the United States to Mexico. European market and the capita income of $2,010 per year One-Seventh of U.S. Wages economically powerful Japan and does not make a market of suffi­ By using the same studies and other Asian Pacific Rim cient capacity and unmet needs to factoring in a small transfer of AP/Wlde World Photos countries. generate the more than half a mil­ American investment to Mexico, (J 3 Scenes like these are envisioned by the AFL-CIO as a While agreeing with the goals lion American jobs that would be EPI found a 550,000 job loss for result of new trade pact with Mexico that will see factories of job creation and a strong lost because of the transfer to the U.S. and a reduction of U.S. fleeing from the United States. The man pictured above lost American economy, opponents Mexico of U.S. manufacturing gross domestic product (GDP) of his job when the General Motors Fisher Body assembly plant in Flint, of NAFTA—including the AFLcapability. $36 billion over 10 years. Mich, closed in 1987. CIO and its affiliated unions, en­ EPFs report concluded, ". . . vironmental groups, many farrher Studies, More Studies the attraction of Mexico for U.S. organizations, among others To put Mexico's economy in manufacturers is not Mexico's believe the pact as it stands now jerspective, it has been noted that small consumer economy, it is the will result in massive lay-offs, jusinesses in the state of Florida labor force of almost 30 million more than 500,000 in a few years produce as much in goods and willing to work for wages that because of a huge transfer of U.S. services annually as all the busi­ average one seventh of ours in capital south of the border. The nesses in Mexico. And Florida's Mexican manufacturing and one pact also will result in weakened population is one-seventh of that fourteenth in maquiladoras." U.S. communities and a lower of Mexico. All told, the Mexican A group of economists from standard of living for American economy has only 5 percent of the University of Massachusetts, workers. U.S. buying power. Amherst and Skidmore College Looking for Profits The Bush administration, in estimate that NAFTA will force With increased profits as a mo­ attempting to sell the trade treaty job losses in both Mexico and the tive, it is not unnatural for with Mexico to a skeptical United States. This group argues American investment dollars to American public facing high un­ that imported com from the U.S. seek the so-called advantages of employment and a sputtering and Canada will force 800,000 to setting up production facilities in economy, has cited several 2,000,000 Mexican corn Mexico. In wages, the 1990 studies by economists to prop up producers into unemployment. Cindy Slephen/UAW/So/AHari^MagazlnB Mexican minimum wage was its case. However, for every Even the 680,000jobs created by In Mexico, if the proposed NAFTA agreement goes equivalent to59 cents per hour. In economist who sees growth and the transfer of U.S. investment to into effect, hundreds of U.S. companies will relocate the United States the federal min­ prosperity for the American Mexico will not offset these job worker in NAFTA, there is losses, state the economists. Adand invest in factories south of the border, making imum wage is $4.25. products to sell back in the U.S. Many already have. Pictured above The average 1990 manufactur­ another economist who charts Continued on page 5 is a General Motors plant in Matamoros, Mexico. ing wage in Mexico is $1.80, al­ thousands of U.S. job losses and rrnrrnr I I Ml The 'Brotherhooci of the Sea' Comes to Aid of Hurricane Victims In Storm, Ships Crewed, Moved to Sea Relief supplies donated by SIU members from the ports of New York and Jacksonville are arriving in south Florida to help fellow Seafarers who were caught by the destructive force of Hur­ ricane Andrew late last month. Members and their families have donated boxes of food, water and clothing to help those who suffered losses. Pensioner Pedro Mena, son AB Ron Mena and family lost everything when the 160-plus mile-per-hour winds destroyed their home in Cutler Ridge, a sub­ urb 10 miles south of Miami. AJso, Steward William Robles and his family lost part of the roof of their home in Homestead, Fla., approximately 20 miles south of Miami. Robles has been without electricity and running water since the storm, but told Port Rep­ resentative Ambrose Cucinotta, who is based in Dania, Fla., his family is lucky because their home remained standing after the storm. The first Seafarer-donated supplies from New York arrived in Dania on September 2 and promptly were delivered to the Menas, who told Cucinotta how grateful they were that other members remembered them. "This means a lot to my family and me to know the 'Brotherhood of the Sea' was there when we needed them," Ron Mena said when he saw the relief packages. Andrew slammed into south Florida during the pre-dawn Seafarers at the SIU hall in New York pack boxes with food and other items to help hurricane victims. Continued on page 6 Pictured from left are Bert Macary, John Perez, Saleh Hasson, Larry Brown, John Wolfe and John Halpin. A ~ '.i' �4 SEPTBRRER1992 SEAFARERS LOG Gentry Moore Dies at 67; CredenRals Commitlee Reviews Was San Fran. Patrolman Neminatiens far AGUWD RaUat Gentry Moore, SIU patrolman in the port of San Francisco and a key figure in theSIU-AGLIWD's merger with the Marine Cooks and Stewards, passed away August 1 after a long bout witfi cancer. He was 67. Brother Moore's popularity among Seafarers from all ports and districts and different walks of life was reflected by the swift The full text of the reaction to news of his passing. credentials committee For example, the SIU crew report appears on page 9. aboard the Sea-Land Developer immediately sent condolences to After meeting on August 17 his family. (That crew consisted and studying the nomination ap­ of deck department members H plications to ensure each can­ Gibbs, T. Bryant, K. Sbaibi, G. Gentry Moore didate had complied with the Holland and G. Lusk, engine criteria set out in the SIU's con­ department members J. stitution, the credentials commit­ Pamlniano, J. Ross and R. Mercer said. "He was one of the tee issued its report, which will be Llanes, and steward department best. Gentry was a good union presented to the membership for Studying the petitions filed by various members are (left to right) AB members M. Baker, L. Finn, J. official and he got along with its approval at the September Woodrow Shelton Jr., Chief Steward Brian Burchette, Bosun Steve Ross and R. Gegenbeimer.) everybody—shipowners and meetings. Parr and Electrician Jeff McCranie. merchant mariners alike. Joined in 1946 Twenty-eight candidates for A native of Jackson, Miss., 'Gave to Maritime Labor' 27 ballot positions qualified to Members had to present their Moore joined the Marine Cooks union books in order to be California State Senator Mil­ run in the election, which takes and Stewards in San Francisco in ton Marks (D), chairman of the place November 1 through nominated to the committee. 1946. He usually shipped out of California Senate Select Com­ December 31, reported the Each person seeking to serve in­ San Francisco and sailed on the mittee on Maritime Industry, troduced himself to the member­ credentials conunittee members South American runs aboard wrote in a letter to Gentry ship before voting took place with who were elected at the August the results being made Imown im­ Moore-McCormick Lines. Moore's wife, Delores, "Gentry headquarters membership meet­ Brother Moore became an mediately. was highly respected ... he gave ing in Piney Point. MC&S official in 1967, then was greatly of himself to the maritime Al! Departments Represented Elected to serve on August 3 elected a San Francisco port abor movement and to the com­ were Bosun Steve Parr, 41, firom The AGLIWD constitution es­ employee for the SIU in 1978, the munity. It was an honor to have the port of New Orleans; AB tablishes guidelines for the year of the merger. adjourned the Senate in his Woodrow Shelton Jr,, 37, from credentials committee in Article Gentty Moore was one of the memory." the port of Piney Point; Electrician XIII, Section 2. The committee is QMED John Wong (left) and Chief In addition to Mrs. Moore, Jeff McCranie, 31, from the port to be elected at the port where Steward Donald Williams review most dedicated, sincere and reli­ of Piney Point; QMED John headquarters is located (Piney the qualifying petitions submitted able union representatives I have Gentry is survived by four Wong, 53, from the port of San Point). Committee membership by members seeking to run in the ever worked with," said George daughters and numerous McCartney, SIU vice president grandchildren. Francisco; Chief Steward Brian consists of six full book members 1992 SIU AGLIWD election. West Coast. Donations in Gentry Moore's Burchette, 25, from the port of composed of two members from Buck Mercer, SIU vice presi­ memory may be sent to the Honolulu and Chief Steward each of the three shipboard dent, secretary-treasurer, vice Donald Williams, 31, from the departments—deck, engine and prefsident, assistant vice presi­ dent Government Services United Negro College Fund, 500 port of Jacksonville. steward. No elected official or dent, one of twoheadquarters rep­ Division, knew Moore for 30 East 62nd Street, New York, NY At the August meeting, SIU candidate for office is permitted resentative positions or one of 10 (fears. "He helped everybody," 10027. Secretary-Treasurer John Fay o serve on the committee. port agent posts had to submit called the election to order for the Members seeking the position nominating papers between July credentials committee positions. of president, executive vice presi- 15 and August 15. The credentials committee made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers has reviewed al nominating petitions of SIU mem­ bers seeking office in the 1992 districtwide elections in the union's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inlanc Waters District (AGLIWD). a.'i:.; v";:S;,, •' • ."••i; '•'.' '.-• t;'" ; -l/' -.• .•; •:i? y:.' • J,. I Subic Bay U.S. Naval Operations Move to Guam, Singapore, Japan All U.S. Navy operations, in­ the Filipino government refused cluding Military Sealift Com­ to extend its lease. mand-Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) Ross told the Seafarers LOG naval support services, are "basi­ that the withdrawal from Subic cally over" at the U.S. milit^base Bay is moving ahead of schedule. at Subic Bay in the Philippines, "Our plans were to have every­ according to a Navy spokesman. thing—cranes, barges. Subic Bay activities have drydock—moved out before bad moved to bases throughout the weather and typhoons hit (in midPacific theater, including Guam, August)," he said. "That has been Singapore and Japan. Lt. Ken done. TTie move basically is over Ross, who works in the office of for MSCPAC vessels." the commander-in-chief for the (The SIU's Government Ser­ Navy's Pacific Fleet, noted vices Division represents the un­ MSCPAC vessels already have licensed crewmembers aboard been calling on these ports since MSCPAC vessels.) the withdrawal from the base was Ross added operations in announced last September when Guam were fully functional while 1:t i». If - " • •H 'I-. • 'X, •> Quick responses by crewmembers aboard two Military Sealift Command-Pacific Fleet MSCPAC) vessels, whose un­ licensed crewmembers are repre­ sented by the SIU's Government Services Division, helped save the lives of two mariners earlier this year, the U.S. Navy agency announced last month. The USNS Kilauea, MSC's only ammunitions vessel, rescued one of its own sailors who was swept overboard in the southern 'acific in May. Petty Officer Second Class Kenneth C. Normand lost his footing and landed in the sea when the Kilauea took a heavy roll to port in the middle of the night. Saved by Shipmate The mishap was seen by a fel­ low crewmember who iirunediately alerted the bridge. By the time Normand surfaced, the 564foot vessel already was a length away. The Kilauea, which is 81 feet wide and has a range of 18,000 nautical miles, turned around and launched a helicopter which pin­ pointed Normand's location in the ocean. The petty officer was rescued and returned to the ship in a lifeboat. Although he swal­ lowed a large amount of sea water, Normand suffered no sig­ nificant injuries. (The Kilauea is schedule to sail to the West Coast at the end One of many vessels used to evacuate the Navy base at Subic Bay, the SlU-crewed MaerskConstellation loads some of the equipment to be taken from the last American military post in the Philippines. of November, marking the first V*:" •Fi u•j; - T.. the post in Singapore is "almost at full strength." The U.S. government plans to tum over the base to the Philip­ pines on December 16. However, that date could be moved up because of the speed of the withdrawal, Ross added. Following the eruption of Mount Pinatubo in 1991, the U.S. decided not to rebuild heavily damaged Clark Air Base and to seek an extension on the lease for Subic Bay, which is 50 miles west of Manila. Despite support from forma: president Corazon Aquino, the Philippine senate reject^ the extension. Rescues by MSCPAC Vessels Save Twe Marbwrs' Uves - — time in several years the vessel will be in the U.S.) The other rescue operation was performed by the fleet oiler USNS Andrew J. Higgins on Easter (April 19) morning. The ship, which can carry 180,000 barrels of gas turbine and diesel fuel, was conducting underway replenishments for vessels of the U.S. Navy's Seventh Fleet Immediate Medical Care The 677.5-foot Higgins, a Henry J. Kaiser class vessel operating in the western Pacific, received an urgent request for medical assistance for an injured Korean mariner sailing aboard the South Korean merchant ship Hyundai Nine. The mariner had suffered a serious injury to an arm when he fell 20 feet the previous day. The oiler's motor boat transported the injured mariner to the Higgins where he received preliminary treatment before a helicopter from the USS Bunker Hill took him to a hospital in the Philippines. (The Higgins' land­ ing platform for helicopters is usually utilized in conducting vertical replenishment.) The medical officer for the Bunker Hill, Navy Lt. Tony Massp3:y, noted the action taken by the Hiiggins' crew "most likely saved the mariner's arm and possibly his life. �•' ''•••I- •,;'- .iff-'':' 'mm SEmMBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG Pro-Runaway Trade Pact Goes Before Gengress bi '93 Continued from page 3 ditionally, the movement o American capital to Mexicanbased manufacturing will result in a decrease of 290,000 to 490,000 American jobs, they say. These economists estimate American wages will go down because of NAFTA, predicting a decline of 2.3 percent. Maquiladoras Basic Economic and Social Indicators U.S., Canada, Mexico Population 1990 GNP 1989 GNP Per Capita 1989 Minimum Hourly Wage 1990 Manufacturing 1980 Average Hourly Wage ManufaGturina1997 Average Hourly Wage U.S. 250,000,000 Canada 27,000,000 Mexico 88,000,000 $5233 billion $514 billion $187 billion $21,082 $19,600 $2,165 $4.25 $3.35 $0.59^ $13.85 $13.53 $14.77 $16.02 • >^9 $1.99 overall ,98 Maquiladora $1.80 overall 1.25 Maquiladora The studies showing severe job losses in the United States ' WsBWyminimum wage of 11894.00pews, poso-toOonar rate 2920.00:hourly minimumwago In doBais0.59. Jeffry Scott/Impact Visuals under NAFTA are backed up by SOURCE: An-OlO material from the Economic Comlssion for UUn America antf the Carlbbbean: AFLOlO material from the World DevBlo|*nenlReport the World Fact Book, OOL;Department of Latior; emtraeayof Canada. Workers at Zenith's Springfield, Mo. plant meet for the last time in the the experience of the maquiladora employee parking area as the plant is shutting down. In February program. For more than a decade, Mo.; Baltimore, Md. and so on. at the end of this year, the EC has 1992, these Zenith workers, and 1,500 others, were laid off. The through government policy, U.S. The maquiladoras, free of spent the last 15 years transfer­ company announced it was moving production to Mexico. companies have been encouraged to establish manufacturing fac­ strict environmental standards ring direct government aid to the tories in Mexico, along the U.S. and free of rigorous enforcement poorer EC nations designed to border. The products from these of the nominal regulations that raise wages, regularize safety and plants are exported into the are on the books, dump toxic environmental standards, im­ United States market at reduced materials into the air, water and prove living conditions and soil. These contaminants pose a generally accelerate develop­ tariffs. The result of this government- threat to all those living on either ment. The Future sanctioned program is the reloca­ side of the border. While the United States has tion of 500,000 American jobs. The AFL-CIO, the SIU and While the United States has lost hundreds of thousands of other affiliated unions will be as­ lost 951,000 manufacturing jobs jobs, it has gained a pollution king Congress to take a second since the early '80s, the ma­ nightmare, stemming from the look at the NAFTA agreement quiladoras have increased side of the border beyond the when it is considered early next year. employment from 120,000 in reach of American laws. Europe's Trade Pact 1980 to now more than 500,000 The opponents of NAFTA in­ The AfT-CIO, in testimony to tend to urge Congress to vote workers, who earn as little as 50 cents to $1.25 an hour, including the Congress and in submissions down the Bush administration's to the United States Trade Repre­ NAFTA proposals. Under the insurance and other benefits. lUENews The explosion of manufactur­ sentative, notes there is an alter­ "fast track" authority extended to ing sites along the border has nate trade model to follow other the administration last year by Zenith is one of hundreds of U.S. companies that has transferred given rise to hundreds of boom- than the maquiladora program. Congress, the legislators now production to maquiladora plants in Mexico located near the U.S. towns and squatter communities, For example, the AFL-CIO said, only can accept or reject the border. However, Zenith has not transferred its customers. The giant filled with cardboard shanties and in preparing for free trade and proposed agreement. The AFL- company continues selling its products to Americans. housing made from scrap wood meaningful integration of nation­ CIO also will urge repre­ for the thousands of workers who al economies between the sentatives and senators to revise PANICS DC TEtCVISlbN K DE REVMOSA. S.A. DE C.V. have come to fill positions build­ countries of Europe, the the rules under which trade agreeure-m-hmm ' •« » — ~~i wcf^coiir^ ing cars, making furniture, as­ European Community (EC) real­ ments are debated so the • — jcTSi^cy.! -•I __ ^_ TSM sembling tele-communication ized a great deal of attention American people will have an op­ 4. 334.00 and electronics components, would have to be paid to the gap portunity to hear a full airing of M4M.ea o>; a MP«T. FdMJo « 4a (MBlNAIIja DM . aoQ 1 imc. OCVBNS* iaoM.eo SEPTIMQ £IA between so-called "rich" and all aspects and consequences of manufacturing car parts. 9 CUWA OlMBICM. 11,400. M •ONO TAWrtB'QIl'qi 3#«9aoo dV 4 cuarA iNsa the proposed trade treaty with Despite living conditions poor" European nations. The EC recognized the Mexico and Canada. characterized by insufficient and > Additionally, the AFL-CIO inadequate housing, lack of run­ economies of Greece, Portugal ning water or sewage facilities and Spain, with lower wages than will be working with elected offi­ j. |T.y».oo and spotty electricity, thousands West Germany, France and the cials and other policy-makers to It r cwpoMn ME70 10,314.00 "iTiio.oo of Mexicans stream into towns United Kingdom, as well as other formulate a national trade policy along the frontier to take jobs that nations, could drive down living that makes the welfare and were once performed in Philadel­ standards across Europe once security of American workers, phia; Cortland, N.Y.; Radford, economic borders came down. their families and their com­ A paycheck stub belonging to a Zenith employee nete 71,700 pesos. Thus, before the united munities and U.S. economic In February 1990, this was equal to $26.16 for a 48-hour work week. Va.; Evansville, Ind.; Flint, Mich.; Los Angeles; Springfield, European market goes into place growth its centerpiece. This maquiladora worker earned 61 cents an hour gross pay. 2000 Plants 1,886 'Free Trade' Already Exists, And It's No Paradise Since the early 1980s, the number of jobs has skyrocketed in Mexican towns and cities near the U.S. bor­ der. Bringing hundreds of thousands of Mexican workers to these areas are maquiladoras, the plants established by U.S. com­ panies taking advantage of govern­ ment offeredtariff advantages. 1500 1000 In 1980 there were 605 maquiladora ilants employing 120,000 workers, n 1990, 1,886 maquiladoras employed half a million people. At wages wag as low as 50 cents an hour and as high ligh as $1.80, living conditions are abysmal. Because the maquiladoras operate free of government environmental and safety regulations, pollution is ram­ pant m streams, the soil and air. f 1980 1984 1987 1990 Employees 500,000 tmestoMoia/ACTWU ..r"...; 4 <M»o 1980 1984 1987 1^ Ernesto Mora/ACTWU HMlttM •nd'Btnoo • •- '-i Jim SaMAFL-aO NEWS • �....•'Ur:yv;,ur 6 •'. •*>- SEFTEMRER1992 SEAFARERS LOa PMnenNew, U.S.-BuiH Contalnership The ship's main route will be SIUNA members are crewing between Los Angeles and ih&MVRJ. Pfeijfer, the first large Honolulu. It is expected to make commercial ship built in the 26 round-trip voyages per year. United States since 1987. The 714-foot Pfeijfer, The Pfeijfer was built at Na­ operated by San Francisco-based tional Steel and Shipbuilding Co. Matson Navigation Co., late last in San Diego. It took two-and-amonth completed its maiden half years to complete. (Like all voyage from Oakland, Calif, to other Matson ships, the Pfeijfer is Hawaii. The building cost was serving only U.S. ports. There­ $129 million and did not include fore, according to provisions in government subsidies. the Jones Act, it is required to be The ship is named after built domestically.) Matson's chairman and will The unlicensed positions on operate with a crew of 21. the vessel will be manned by The Pfeijfer features a 992-ton diesel engine which is nearly four members of the SIUNA affiliated stories high. Matson's eight other unions—AGLIWD for the galley long-haul vessels are less fuel ^i- crew; Sailors' Union Of the ... steam-powered ships. The Pacific, deck gang; and Marine Matson Navigation Company's new 714-foot containership MVR.J. Pfe/ffer departs San Francisco Bay diesel engine may reduce Firemen's Union for the engine on its maiden voyage to Honolulu. fuel costs by as much as 40 percent. department members. Seafarers Launch Donatien Drive AB Ron Mena Recalls Horror of Andrew Continued from page 3 Before Andrew hit both Florida and Louisiana, the ports hours of August 24, crossed the peninsula, entered the Gulf of of Jacksonville, New Orleans and Mexico, then hit south central Houston were busy crewing fast Louisiana during the night of sealift vessels docked in reserve August 25-26. While many status in their areas. Within 24 people lost homes and other pos­ hours of notification. New Or­ sessions in Louisiana, the area is leans had crewed the USNS not as populated as where Regulus and USNS Pollux docked Andrew raced through the Miami in Gretna, La., while Houston suburbs. As of press time, neither filled the jobs on the USNS the New Orleans nor Houston Denebola and USNS Algol. All SIU halls had heard from any four ships sailed toward Mexico members affected by Andrew in to wait out the hurricane. While the USNS Antares arid USNS Louisiana. Capella were placed on alert in After the storm, "I told the Jacksonville, they did not have to guys we had some members in sail as the storm stayed 350 miles trouble. They said they wanted to to the south. help in a food drive," said Assis­ The only SlU-contracted ves­ tant Vice President Kermett sel directly affected by Andrew Mangram, who works in the port was the Senator, a Crowley of New York. "The next day, we American Transport RO/RO, had 15 cases of food—rice, which was tied up in Port beans, peas, water, etc. Everyone Everglades, Fla. for engine participated and some of the local repairs. A reduced crew led by merchants donated." Bosun Donald Wagner helped secure the ship for the storm. The Senator was moved to where it could ride out the storm on an east/west axis fore and aft Both anchors were dropped anc all available lines were used to tie up the vessel. Preparations took 12 hours, according to Captain Ec Seca. "All of us on board, anc Gwendolyn Shinholster, our steward—everybody helped. The good part is the way people worked together to help," Seca said. Seca recorded sustained winds between 60 and 80 miles-perhour with gusts up to 100 during The Menas have begun working on their home since it was struck by the height of Anch-ew whose eye Hurricane Andrew. Since the storm, roof shingles have been put back. passed 35 miles to the south. The other SIU crewmembers who rode out the storm on the Senator included QMEDs Merle Duckworth, Kelly Feldman and Alfred Lane; Wiper Curtis Lang and Steward Assistant Andre Keller. GeneralJohnson Retires; Oversaw Transportation Logistics in Gnif War • f • .•- 'K'.: • •' ffi.fe • ••'••,?ifM.-' r. „rj„: .. The man who directed the transportation logistics of the largest rapid military deployment in history has retired from active military duty. Air Force General Hansford T. Johnson turned over the top job of the U.S. Transportation Com­ mand last month to fellow Air Force General Ronald R. Fogleman during ceremonies at Scott Air Force Base, 111. Johnson led the command, which controls the movement of U.S. troops and their equipment and supplies, during the Persian Gulf war. In that capacity, he also oversaw the operation of U.S.flag merchant ships that carried Gen. Hansford T. Johnson troops and materiel to and from Saudi Arabia coordinated by the Military Sealift Command, which the position until his retirement. was dien headed by Vice Admiral Prior to replacing Johnson, Francis R. Donovan. Fogleman served as die head of the Seventh Air Force, deputy Moved to Transcom in '89 commander of U.S. forces in A native of Aiken, S.C., Johnson graduated from the Air Korea and commander of the Force Academy in 1959. He flew joint U.S. and South Korean air 423 combat missions over South command. and North Vietnam during 1967 'Changing Times' and 1968. Bom in Juniata County, Pa., he After holding numerous posi­ tions within the Air Force, graduated from the Air Force Johnson was deputy commander Academy in 1963. Fogleman in chief of the U.S. Central Com­ completed 315 combat missions mand in 1987. He took over the over southeast Asia between the military's transportation coor­ 1968 and 1970. He has served the dination agency in 1989 and held Air Force in various positions in A view of the Mena's suburban Miami neighborhood hit by Andrew. Gen Ronald R. Fogleman the U.S. and Europe. At the change d command ceremony at the Transportation Command, Fogleman noted, "On my watch, in all likelihood, change will be the hallmark of this command. "Changes in the world order, changing threat and a changing resource environment demand change in our organizational stmcture and outlook. We must focus on our new charter and what we are asked to do, what we do best—^provide global mobility in support of America's security interests." The worst part of living through Hurricane Andrew, ac­ cording to AB Ron Mena, was not knowing if any of the debris banging and slamming against the house was going to destroy the structure and leave its occupants unprotected. Mena, an able bodied seaman who most recently sailed on the Senator, rode out the storm with its 160-plus mile-per-hour winds on the morning of August 24 in the Miami suburban home of his parents (Pensioner and Mrs. Pedro Mena), then with his aunt next door. "Because of all my years at sea, the wind did not bother me," Mena told the Seafarers LOG. "I was sleeping in a room in my parents' house when the roof started leaking on me. Uie house was fiill (of famiy members), so I moved to my aunt's next door to stay with them )ecause they were scared." Once the wind started picking up a few hours later, however, the storm's ferocity became ap)arent. Mena joined the rest of the "amily under mattresses for protection. "The doors sounded like they were going to come off. The win­ dows were breaking. We could hear debris smacking the house and we had no idea what it was." After the storm had passed by late morning, Mena joined the family and neighbors in assessing the damage. "The neighborhood was destroyed," he said. While the AB lost only some clothing, his parents fared far worse. "The house is non-livable. It has four walls, but there is no air (conditioning) and electricity. They may not have power for two months. All the furnishings are ruined." The leak in Mena's room even­ tually led to the storm tearing the roof off Perisioner Mena's home. The family's satellite dish was found down the road in 10 pieces. His mother's car was damaged baidly. A pick-up truck tool bed was found in the Mena's backyard. They have no idea how it got there. Collection Under Way At All SIU Halls Donations of food, water, medicine, money and other use­ ful items for Hurricane Andrew victims are being collected at all SIU halls. Seafarers and their families are urged to bring their donations to a local SIU hall. The materials collected will go first to brother andsister Seaterers who need the assistance, and next to other trade unionists in the dlsaster-etruck areas. �SEPTEMBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG 7 Top Performance Awards Go to 7 MSCPAC Siiips ^ y-i The fleet oiler USNSAndrew J. Higgins and its crew performed Higgins was named the best ship in beyond the call of duty to earn the the Military Sealift Command, award. The vessel left port in July Pacific Fleet (MSCPAC) and 1990 for a brief deployment in the received the Vice Admiral Roy A. Indian Ocean, then a trip to Sin­ Gano Award for its service in the gapore. However, the Iraqi in­ Persian Gulf during 1991. vasion of Kuwait the following Besides receiving the Gano month changed that. The fleet award, which is named for a oiler was refueling the USS Inde­ former Military Sea Transporta­ pendence and its escorts to allow tion Service commander, the/fig­ them to steam into the Gulf of ging was one of seven vessels Oman. The ship conducted un­ names as 1991 "Smart Ships" derway replenishments in the within MSCPAC. These awards Middle East until it struck an un­ are based on a ship's achieve­ charted reef in the North Arabian ments while on assignment as Seain Janu^ 1991 that put it out well as during command inspec­ of commission for two months. tions. Vessels usually compete Longest Deployment against other ships performing The Higgins returned to the similar missions. The Gano Persian Gulf to assist several U.S. award is for the most outstanding and allied task forces from vessel in MSCPAC. Kuwait City to the Straits of HorThe other Smart Ship winners muz before returning to its were the USNS Navajo, USNS homeport in August 1991. Its Kawishiwi, USNSKilauea, USNS 380-day deployment is believed The USNS Andrew J. Higgins was named by the MSG the best ship in the Military Sealift Command, Observation Island, USNS Zeus to be the longest by any Military Pacific Fleet.The SIU's Govemment Services Division represents the unlicensed mariners on the Higgins. and USNS Mercy. Sealift Command vessel. The USNS Observation Is­ The SIU's Government Ser­ The USNS Navajo, a tugboat, served as the lead search and and with a destroyer squadron in land continued to serve as the vices Division represents the un­ had an active year dong the U.S. recovery platform for the dis­ the Gulf of Alaska. Besides receiving a Smart leader among afloat missile licensed mariners on MSCPAC Pacific coast. It towed the USS covery of two Orion aircraft that vessels, including the Higgins. New Jersey from Long Beach, collided off the coast of San Ship designation, the USNS tracking platforms used to According to MSCPAC, the Calif, to Bremerton, Wash, and Diego. It also was involved in Kilauea also was named the verify foreign ballistic missile other towing jobs, including one Seventh Fleet's 1991 Logistics tests. The vessel was at sea more for oceanographic experiments. Ship of the Year. The vessel than 80 percent of its operation­ The USNS Kawishiwi took the provided various battle groups al time in 1991. The cable ship USNSZeus was Smart Ship honors for older fleet with ammunition during Desert Storm and Desert Shield. underway more than 300 days in oilers. In its last full year of opera1991 working in both the Atlantic Aided Disaster Victims tions, the "flag ship of the and Pacific oceans. It is a repeat It was caught in Subic Bay for unit equipment or sustainable MSCPAC San Diego fleet," as it winner. issues and we'll rent a ship to is known, provided underway when Mount Pinatubo erupted. By being in the Middle East replenishments for Navy vessels The ship provided food, water fight a war." and ready for whatever casualties and messages to MSCPAC training off southern California. It Prior to serving as deputy may have occurred, the hospital families in the Philippines during also operated with the USNS Kitty commander of the military's ship USNS Mercy also was recog­ the disaster. Then it participated Hawk in the Gulf of Tehuantepec transport logistics arm, the West nized as a Smart Ship. in the withdrawal from the base. off the southern coast of Mexico Virginia native was the head of the Military Sealift Command. Butcher joined the Navy in 1948 as an apprentice seaman. He received his commission as an en­ Captain L. Michael Pivonka is led MSCPAC for the last two represented by the SIU's Govem­ sign in 1953 after graduating the new head of the Military years. Addicott, a 30-year Navy ment Services Division, Pivonka from Marshall University. He Sealift Command, Pacific Fleet veteran, retired from service fol­ held several assignments both at was known as an officer who (MSCPAC). lowing the change of command. sea and ashore. He was the commanding of­ Prior to taking over MSCPAC, Pivonka succeeds Captain stood up for his sailors and who Vice Admiral Paul D. Butcher called wanted to know everyone on his Raymond W. Addicott, who has whose unlicensed , personnel are ficer aboard the USS Kiska, USS for a strong U.S.-shipping capability vessels. San Jose and USS Kansas City. at 1990 MID board meeting. He served as the aide/flag He served as the commanding secretary with the commander of Vice Admiral Paul D. Butcher officer aboard the USS the Naval Surface Group, (Ret.), the second-in-command of Mosopelea, USS Camp, USS Westem Pacific, later becoming the U.S. Transportation Com­ Josephus Daniels and USS Ok­ mand during the Persian Gulf lahoma City. He also was the flag the chief of staff for the same war, suffered a fatal heart attack officer for Task Forces 73 and 75. organization. August 2 in his Tampa, Fla. apart­ Some of Butcher's shoreside The native of Kansas joined ment assignments were as commander. the Navy in 1964 after complet­ Butcher, 62, was a leading Naval Surface Group, Westem ing officer candidate school. Im­ proponent for a strong U.S.-flag Pacific and deputy commandermediately before his assignment merchant marine. At the 1990 in-chief and chief of staff, U.S. at MSCPAC, Pivonka was sta­ Maritime Trades Department ex­ Atlantic Fleet. tioned at MSC headquarters in ecutive board meeting. Butcher After retiring from the Navy Washington, D.C. where he warned that the decline in U.S.- last year. Butcher was named headed the Command, Control, flag merchant ships could leave chairman of the board and chief Mew MSCPAC commander, Captain L.M. Pivonka, talks with Roy America "incapable of support­ executive officer of the American Buck" Mercer, SlU vice president for govemment services, during the Communication and Computer Systems Office. recent decommission exercises aboard the USNS Kawishiwi. ing our combatant forces either Ship Building Co. in Tampa. ; Vice Adm. Buicher Dies; SeugM Stnmg Fleet Capt. L Pivonka to Head MSCPAC MSC Cemmander Denevan Retiies; Kaiieies Named Successer The man who directed the largest and fastest sealift in his­ tory, Vice Admiral Francis R. Donovan, last month stepped down as commander of the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Com­ mand (MSC). Donovan retired after 40 years with the U.S. Navy. Vice Admiral Michael P. Kalleres relieved Donovan during a ceremony at the Washington, D.C. Navy Yard on August 17. Kalleres had been serving as conunander of the U.S. Second Fleet. Previously, he commanded the Striking Fleet Atlantic and Joint Task Force 120, which operates from Norfolk, Va. Donovan took command of MSC in March 1990, five months before Iraq invaded Kuwait. In support of the subsequent Opera­ tions Desert Shield and Desert Storm, more than 10 million tons of equipment, supplies, fuel and anununition were transported by sea. By mid-January 1991, MSC was operating 340 ships around the world, including more than 280 in direct support of Persian Gulf operations. Kalleres has spent much of his career serving aboard cruisers, destroyers and battleships. He coiimianded the guided missile destroyer USS Dewey and two destroyer squadrons. Directs 150 Ships While ashore, Kalleres worked in various Navy financial management and personnel posi­ Ninety-five percent of all sup­ tions. He was chief financial plan­ plies and equipment used during ner for the Navy and director of the gulf war were transported by personnel policy. As the 19th commander of sea on MSC-controlled ships. MSC, Kalleres will direct the operations of more than 150 Donovan began his Navy ships. MSC is the military's career as a sailor recruit in April sealift arm, coordinating the 1952. He graduated from the U.S. wateifiome transport ofjnateriel Naval Academy in 1959. for the U.S. ArmedForces. Began As a Sailor Vice Admiral Francis R. Donovan, USN, stepped down last month as commander of the Navy's Military Sealift Command. Vice Admiral Michael P. Kalleres, USN, Is the 19th commander of MSG and will direct mpre than 150 military ships. W - • �g!^iSSBSsg»S:»A?SBBiSat*,i r n'* i^>. SEPTEMBER 1992 i • 5BIFilll£JI5IIN7 Seafarers: The Time to Register to Vote Is HOWl To Cast Ballot in Nov. 3 General Election, Most States Require Sign-up by Early October a. - .^ - g, , . •• V,' -.;•/(.•.•> -i'y.:./ • ••-.f i.'-. •'• ••'.•' ;;-V:s:;-.--'-''. -t; ^•••' ;S':,V.v-. ff-' ••; • %J'-'','-:i-' 'f'A •.;; ••• ,•'; •'•"A. More than half the centers, grocery stores states and the District of and libraries as well as Columbia will close voter registration of­ their voter registration fices. Besides electing the books the first week of October, thus keeping president and vice anyone not registered president, 35 Senate by then from being able seats and all 435 mem­ to vote in the presiden bers of the House of tial election of Novem Representatives are up for election. A total of her 3. This election is im 12 states, Puerto Wco pOrtant toSeafarers and and American Samoa their families in many will be choosing gover­ ways. For the first time nors. in many years, the ad­ ministration and Con­ Political Action Key Seafarers have a gress are working together to establish a long tradition of being national maritime politically active be­ policy—a key factor cause the fate of the for future job security. U.S.-flag merchant Additionally, the marine is affected so North American Free directly by elected offi­ Trade Agreement cials. Through their (NAFTA) will be ac­ voluntary contributions cepted or rejected by to the Seafarers Politi­ the members of the cal Action Donation House of Repre­ fund (SPAD), members sentatives and Senate are able to support can­ elected in November. didates for elected of­ Bills affecting the fice who back U.S.-flag Jones Act, cargo shipping. Seafarers and preference legislation' their families also make and Alaskan oil are ex­ their positions known pected to be presented by attending rallies and next year that could af­ voting. fect members and then- Working With AFL-CiO jobs. Another way Sea­ Of course, the num­ farers participate in the ber one issue facing the electoral process is newly-elected or re­ through the AFL-CIO, elected president of the the federation of United States and the American trade unions. newly-elected or re­ At the state and local elected congressmen levels, the AFL-CIO and senators is the wor­ provides information sening U.S. economy on candidates, their —joblessness, inade­ views on issues and quate infrastructure, the their voting records to skyrocketing cost of union members through hedth care, and more. the Committee on Politi­ Registration Required cal Education (COPE). By working with Most states require residents to be registered COPE and the Maritime before they can vote. Trades Department, the (The exceptions are arm of the AFL-CIO Maine, Minnesota, designed to bring North Dakota and Wis­ together all unions that consin, which allow deal with maritime and people to register on maritime-related fields, election day.) The only Seafarers join with other cost is a few minutes to trade unionists in elect­ fiU out the necessary ing candidates who paperwork. In many work in behalf of work­ loc^ities, registration is ing people and their being done at shopping fami ies. Apply Now to Acquire Absentee Ballots •!;:. ?''•••• M-/:a €•' With the November 3 election being only weeks away, Seafaiere who know they will not be home that day should apply inunediately for absentee ballots. Before applying, members need to be registered to vote. Members on the beach can apply for an absentee ballot at their local election supervisor or voter registration office in person, oyer the telephone or by mail. Each state has individual rules regarding when the ballots will be available, which—^in most cases—is no more than 30 days before the general election. Members at sea can apply for an absentee ballot by filling out and mailing the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot sent to all vessels and SIU halls earlier this year. To use this form, a Seafarer must meet alj the requirements for being a registered voter in his or her legal state of residence. He or she must have requested a regular state absentee baUot early enough so that after mailing, the request is received by the appropriate local official at least 30 days before the election. Finally, voters must be over­ seas and have a foreign mailing address or an APO/FPO postmark. State by State Registration and Polling Information STATE Rei^stratlon Deadllnefor Ganeral Election Residency Requirement More Information Telephone Number Senate Race Number of Congressmen from State i V Polling Hours Alabama Oct. 23 None (205)242-7210 Yes 7 Varies . | Alaska Oct. 4 30 days (907)465-4611 Yes 1 7am-8pm | Am. Samoa Oct. 4 2 years (684) 633-4962 No 1 delegate 6am-6pm Arizona Oct. 5 29 days (602) 542-8683 Yes 6 6am77pm Arkansas Oct. 13 None (501)682-1010 Yes 4 7 or 8am-7:30pm California Oct. 5 None (916) 445-0820 Yes-2 52 7am-8pm Colorado Oct. 9 32 days (303) 894-2680 Yes 6 7am-7pm Connecticut Nov. 2 None (203)566-3106 Yes 6 6am-6pm Delaware Oct. 16 6 months (302)739-4277 No 1 7am-8pm D.C. Oct. 5 30 days (202)727-2534 No 1 delegate 7am-8pm Florida Oct. 5 None (904) 488-7690 Yes 23 7am-7pm Georgia Oct. 5 None (404) 656-2871 Yes 11 7am-7pm Guam Oct. 23 None (671)477-9791 No 1 delegate 8am-8pm Hawaii Oct. 5 None (808) 453-8683 Yes 2 7am-6pm Idaho Oct. 23 30 days (208)334-2852 Yes 2 7or8am-8pm Illinois Oct. 5 30 days ' (217)782-4141 Yes 20 6am-7pm Indiana Oct. 5 30 days (317)232-3939 Yes 10 6am-7pm Iowa Oct. 24 10 days (515)281-5865 Yes 5 7am-9pm Kansas Oct. 19 15 days (913)296-2236 Yes 4 7am-7pm Kentucky Oct. 5 30 days (502) 564-7100 Yes 6 6am-6pm Louisiana Oct. 9 None (504) 389-3940 Yes 7 6am-8pm Election Day None (207) 289-4189 No 2 6-10am-9pm Oct. 5 None (301) 974-3711 Yes 8 7am-8pm None (617) 727-2828 No 10 7am-8pm None (517)373-2540 No 16 7am-8pm Maine Maryland Massachusetts Oct. 6 : '.Cii • ' . ^ 1 '"I Oct. 5 Minnesota Election Day 20 days (612) 296-2805 No 8 7am-8pm Mississippi Oct. 3 30 days (601) 359-1350 No 5 7am-7pm Missouri Oct. 14 None (314)751-3295 Yes 9 6am-7pm Montana Oct. 5 30 days (406) 444-4732 No 1 7am-8pm Nebraska Oct. 23 None (402) 471-2554 No 3 Nevada Oct. 3 30 days (702)687-3176 Yes 2 8-8 central 7-7 mountain 7am-7pm | N.Hampshire Oct. 24 10 days (603)271-3242 Yes 2 6-10am-7pm | New Jersey Oct. 5 30 days (609) 292-3760 No 13 7am-8pm | New Mexico Oct. 6 None (505) 827-3600 No 3 7am-7pm NewYork Oct. 10 30 days (518) 474-6220 Yes 31 6am-9pm N. Carolina Oct. 5 30 days (919) 733-2186 Yes 12 No reqistration Oct. 5 30 days (701)224-2904 Yes 1 30 days (614) 466-2585 Yes 19 6:30am7:30Dm 7am-9am7pm-9pm 6;30am-7:30pm Oklahoma Oct. 23 None (405)521-2391 Yes 6 7am-7pm Oregon Oct. 13 20 days (503)378-4144 Yes 5 7am-8pm Pennsylvania Oct. 5 30 days (717) 787-5280 Yes 21 7am-8pm Puerto Rico Sept. 14 1 year (809) 724-4979 No 1 res. comm. 8am-4:30pm Rhode Island Oct. 3 30 days (401) 277-2340 No 2 7am-9pm S. Carolina Oct. 3 30 days (803) 734-9060 Yes 6 7am-7pm jsouth Dakota Oct. 19 None (605) 773-3537 Yes 1 Tennessee Oct. 3 20 days (615)741-7956 No 9 8-8 central 7-7 mountain varies by county Texas Oct. 4 None (512) 463-5701 No 30 7am-7pm Utah Oct. 13 30 days (801) 538-1040 Yes 3 7am-8pm Vermont Oct. 17 None (802) 828-2464 Yes 1 6-10am-7pm Virginia Oct. 3 None (804) 786-6551 No 11 6am-7pm Virgin Islands Oct. 4 90 days (809) 774-3107 No 1 delegate 7am-7pm Washington . Oct. 3 None (206) 753-7121 Yes 9 7am-8pm West Virginia Oct.5 30 days (304) 345-4000 No 3 6:30am-7:30pm Wisconsin Election Day 10 days (608) 266-8005 Yes 9 7-9am-8pm Wyoming Oct. 5 None (307)777-7186 No 1 7am-7pm Ohio • .'t | Michigan North Dakota ! Ait •"-•1 "M 1-1 :,n*i �-y.. -u 1992 SBIFME9SL0G 9 Panei Jlppmves CndenUals of Candidates for 27 Union Posts under suspension or expulsion effec­ tive in accordance with this Constitu tion. Unless otherwise express indicated, the term 'member' shai mean a member in good standing. Your Committee also referred to Article XX|V, Section 13 for the Section I. Nominations. Report of Credentials Committee definition of the term "seatime." This Except as provided in Section 2(b, On Candidates for 1992 General section reads as follows: of this Article, any full book member Election of Officers, 1993-96 may "Section 13, The term 'seatime submit his name for nomination SIUNA,AGLIWD for any office, or the Job of Assistant shall include employment upon any We, the undersigned members ol' Vice-President, Headquarters Rep navigable waters, or days of employ­ the Credentials Committee, were resentative, or Port Agent,by deliver­ ment in a contracted employer unit duly elected at the regular member­ ing or causing to be delivered in represented by the Union." We also noted in Article XXIV ship meeting held in Headquarters person, to the office of the Secretary Section 14, the meaning of the term Port of Piney Point on August 3 Treasurer at Headquarters, or senc .1992. We have examined the creden ing a letter addressed to the "in an unlicensed capacity aboard an tials of candidates for elective office Credentials Committee, in care of the American-flag merchant vessel or or job in the Seafarers Internationa Secretary-Treasurer, at the address vessels." This portion of theConstitu Union of North America-Atlantic of Headquarters. This letter shall be tion reads as follows: "Section 14. The term 'in an un Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ dated and shall contain the follow licensed capacity aboard an trict for the years 1993-1996, in ac ing: American-flag merchant vessel or cordance with Article XI, Section 1 (a) The name of the candidate. vessels' shall include persons aiid submit the following report. (b) His home address and mailing employed in an unlicensed or Your Committee qualified or dis addre.ss. licensed capacity aboard dredges, qualified those members who sub (c) His book number. mitted for office based upon the (d) The title of the office or other tugboats, towboats and similar Ves­ Union Constitution, particularly Job for which he is a candidate, in sels used to tow, propel or push bar­ those provisions contained in Articles eluding the name of the Port in the ges or other conveyances or assist XII and Xlll. The applicable constitu event the position sought is that of merchant vessels in docking or un docking, or persons otherwise tional provisions are as follows: Port Agent. employed in a contracted employer ARTICLE XU - Quali^ations (e) Proof of citizenship. for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presi­ (f) Proof of seatime and/or unit represented by the Union." After full and careful delibera dents, Headquarters Repre­ employment as required for can tions, the Committee made its sentatives, Port Agents, and Other didates. Elective Jobs. (g) In the event the member is on decisions and sent appropriate Section I. Any member of the a vessel, he shall notify the Creden­ notification to candidates. The ul­ Union is eligible to be a candidate tials Committee what vessel he is on. timate decisions of this Committee for, and hold, any office or the job of This shall be done also if he ships are later set forth. In arriving at these Assistant Vice-President, Head­ subsequent to forwarding his creden­ ultimate decisions, the Committee was most concerned with carrying quarters Representative, or Port tials. out a stated principle of our Union (h) Annexing a certificate in the Agent provided: (a) He has at least three (3) years following form, signed and dated by which is that "every qualified mem)er shall have the right to nominate of seatime in an unlicensed capacity the proposed nominee: aboard an American-flag merchant "I hereby certify that I am not himself for, and, if elected or apvessel or vessels. In computing time, now, nor, for the five (5) years last lointed, to hold office in this union. In connection with the foregoing, time spent in the employ of the Union, past, have I been either a member of its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in the Communist Party or convicted of, we have also consulted with the any employment at the Union's direc­ or served any part of a prison term Secretary-Treasurer who, under our tion, shall count the same as seatime. resulting from conviction of robbery, Constitution, has the obligation to in­ Union records. Welfare Plan records bribery, extortion, embezzlement, sure appropriate election procedures and/or company records can be usee grand larceny, burglary, arson, as legally required (Article XIII,Sec­ violation of narcotics laws, murder, tion 7). Our Secretary-Treasurer has to determine eligibility; and (b)Hehasbeenafullbookmemher rape, assault with intent to kill, as­ further consulted with the Union's in continuous good standing in the sault which inflicts grievous bodily Counsel as to the law applicable in Union for at least three (3)years imme­ injury, or violation of Title II or III of Union nominations and elections. The following [see box on this diately prior to his nomination; and the Landrum-Griffin Act, or con­ page] is a complete listing of all men (c) He has at least one hundred spiracy to commit any such crimes." vho submitted their credentials to the (100) days of seatime, in an un­ . bated I Committee. Their names and the of­ licensed capacity, aboard an Signature of Member.. fice or job for which they submitted American-flag vessel or vessels Book Number such credentials are listed in the order covered by contract with this Union Printed forms of the certificate in which this Conunittee feels they or one hundred (100) days of employ­ ment with, or in any office or Job of, shall be made avail^le to iwminees. should be placed on the general balthe Union, its subsidiaries and its af­ Vhere a nominee cannot truthfully ot, that is, in alphabetical order under filiates, or in any employment at the execute such a certificate, but is, in the office or job for which they run, Union's direction or a.combination fact, legally eligible for an office or and that the Ports, following the of these, between January 1 and the 'ob by reason of the restoration of headquarters offices, beginning with time of nomination in the election civil rightsoriginally revoked by such 'iney Point, be arranged on the ballot year, except if such seatime is wholly conviction or a favorable determina­ jeographically, as has been done in aboard such merchant vessels tion by the Board of Parole of the he past. After each man's name and operating solely upon the Great Jnited States Department of Justice, )ook number is his qualification or Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly he shall, in lieu of the foregoing cer­ disqualification, followed by the aboard tugboats, towboats or tificate, furnish a complete signed reason for that decision. As you will note in the foregoing dredges and contractual employment statement of the facts of his case sections of the Committee's Report, thereon is for fixed days with equal together with true copies of the docu­ the provisions of the SIU Constitu­ ments supporting his statement. arnount of days off, he shall have at Any full book member may tion governing election procedures least sixty-five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one nominate any other full book member made it mandatory that one nominee in whichevent such full book member je disqualified. In light of these cir­ hundred (100) days; and (d) He is a citizen of the United so nominated shall comply with the cumstances, the Committee wishes to provisions of this Article as they are call to the attention of all members the States of America; and (e) He is not disqualified by law. set forth herein, relating to the sub­ necessity of following all require­ He is not receiving a pension from mission of credentials. By reason of ments and procedures which are es­ this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or the above self nomination provision tablished by our Constitution to from a Union-Management Fund to the responsibility,if any, for notifying ;ovem eligibility to candidacy to which Fund this Union is a party or a nominee of his nomination to office, Jnion office. However, at this time, the Committee particularly desires to from a company under contract with shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein >oint out the provisions of Article this Union. must reach Headquarters no earlier XIII, Section 2(c)of the Constitution, (f) He has not sailed in a licensed capacity aboard an American-flag than July 15 and no later than August which spell out in detail the right of a disqualified candidate to appeal from merchant vessel or vessels within 24 5 of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is the decision of the Credentials Com­ consecutive months immediately prior to the opening of nominations. charged with safekeeping of these let­ mittee and how he does it. In compliance with Article XIII, Section 2. All candidates for, and ters and shall turn them over to the holders of, other elective Jobs not Credentials Committee upon the Section 2(b) of our Constitution, and in an attempt to give every nominee specified in the preceding sections Matter's request. every consideration and to try to In order to ascertain the meaning shall be full book members of the of the term "member in good stand­ irevent any disqualifications by this Union. Section 3. All candidates for, and ing" which is used in Article XII, Committee, Woodrow Shelton, Book holders of elective offices and Jobs, Subsection 1(b), the Committee o. S-2538, of the Credentials Com­ whether elected or appointed in ac­ referred to Article XXIV, Section 9 of mittee, remained at the entrance of the cordance with this Constitution, shall our Constitution which reads as fol- rieadquarters building of the Union until midnight of Saturday, August maintain full book membership in ows: "Section 9. The term 'member in 5, 1992, to receive any credentials good standing. ARTICLE XHI - Elections for good standing' shall mean a member lat might have been delivered either Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, whose monetary obligations to the by mail or by hand after the closing Headquarters Representatives and Union are not in arrears for thirty of business hours by the Union. The Committee points out that in 30) days or more, or who is not Port Agents. The credentials committee made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers electee at August membership meetings around the country met last month to review the applications of SIU members seeking union office for the 1993-96 term. What follows is the full text of the committee's report which is being submitted for approval to the SIU membership at this month's meetings. the President's jPre-Balloting Report approved by the membership as pa- the Constitution and published in the May (and June) Seafarers LOG, the exact offices and jobs for which nominations were to be made was set forth. In passing upon the credentials for certain of the nominees, this Commit­ tee had to make one (1) disqualifica­ tion, and the following are the details relative to that disqualification: Gentry Moore, M-8001 - Can­ didate for Port Personnel. The Committee received a letter on July 21,1992 from Gentry Moore, which was dated July 14,1992, to be a candidate for Port Personnel. Brother Moore was disqualified by the Committee in that no such posi­ tion exists on the ballot. In addition, since Brother Moore is now deceased, there was no need to advise him of the disqualification. The Committee received the credentials of William Truax, T-715, and noted that this individual inad­ vertently omitted to sign the certifica­ tion submitted with the nomination. The intent to sign it was clearly indi­ cated and, subsequent to receiving notification from the Secretary- Treasurer's office, a signed certificate was sent and received during &e nominations period and thus Brother Truax was deemed qualified to ap­ pear on the ballot as a candidate for Detroit-Algonac Port Agent. The membership can readily see from the foregoing report that your Committee has made every effort possible within the confines of our Constitution to qualify every nominee. All credentials received as of August 4, 1992, were turned over to the Committee in good order, and those received by mail subsequently, but not later than August 15, 1992, have similarly been furnished to the Committee in good order. All creden­ tials have been examined in strict ac­ cordance with the Constitution. Any defect in the credentials disposed of by the Committee has been the sole responsibility of the sender and no person adversely affected by such defect has denied this to the Commit­ tee. Fraternally submitted. Creden­ tials Committee August 17,1992 List of Persons Who Submitted Credentials to the Credentials Committee PRESIDENT Michael Sacco, S-1288 Qualified - Credentials in order. EXEC. VICE PRESIDENT Joseph Sacco, S-1287 ..... Qualified - Credentials in order. SECRETARY-TREASURER John Fay, F-363 Qualified - Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Augustin Tellez, T-764 Qualified - Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Jack Caffey, C-1010 Qualified - Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST Dean Corgey, C-5727 . Qualified - Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST George McCartney, M-948 ..... Qualified - Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Byron Kelley, K-12039 Qualified - Credentials in order. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES Roy A. Mercer, M-25001 ..... Qualified - Credentials in order. ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Kermett Mangram, M-2394 .... Qualified - Credentials in order. ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Robert Pomerlane, P-437 Qualified - Credentials in order. ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST David Heindel, H-I443 Qualified - Credentials in order. ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST Donald Anderson, A-5244 Qualified - Credentials in order. ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Anthony Sacco, S-2286 Qualified - Credentials in order. ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES Robert Hall, H-5727 Qualified - Credentials in order. HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Leo Bonser, B-1193 Qualified - Credentials ip order. Carl Peth, P-755 Qualified - Credentials in order. PINEY POINT PORT AGENT Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-I358 Qualified - Credentials in order. NEW YORK PORT AGENT Robert Selzer, S-1258 Qualified - Credentials in order. PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT Thomas J. Fay, F-514 Qualified - Credentials in order. BALTIMORE PORT AGENT Michael Paladino, P-5581 . . . Qualified - Credentials in order. MOBILE PORT AGENT David Carter, C-12088 ..... Qualified - Credentials in order. NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT Jose Perez, P-846 Qualified - Credentials in order. HOUSTON PORT AGENT James McGee, M-5945 Qualified - Credentials in order. SAN FRANCISCO PORT AGENT Nick Celona,C-1578 Qualified - Credentials in order. ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT Steve Ruiz, R-1116 Qualified - Credentials in order. DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT AGENT M. Joseph Sigler, S-2101 . Qualified - Credentials in order. William G. Tniax, T-715 . Qualified - Credentials in order. PORT PERSONNEL Gentry Moore, M-8(X)1 . . Disqualified - Position of Port Personnel not on ballot, individual since deceased. V: • • :• • -y: • -J r-x'-'. t �•::;P •' • .••,.•41 r'-Vv-'; in SEARARERSL06 •':riL-'..<7 SEPTEMBER 1992 Murmansk Medal Evokes Icy Memories '' ""'fV 1^'P For retired SIU member Steve Stephens, the medal issued by the former Soviet Union to U.S. mer­ chant mariners who sailed in the convoy runs to Murmansk, U.S.S.R. during World War II evokes memories of a 15-month voyage which included its share of close calls and severe weather. Stephens was an oiler on the SS West Gotomska from February 15, 1942 until May 12, 1943— believed to be the longest voyage of any merchant ship during the war. The journey started with the vessel loading a full cargo of aviation fuel in Houston and then heading for Boston to load deck cargo. "We started without an es­ cort, at a time when German Uboats were sinking ships in sight of the Mississippi River passes leading to New Orleans," noted Stephens, who sailed from 1940 to 1970 and then worked on the Delta Lines shore gang until retir­ ing in 1985. So Close, But So Far But the WestGotomska made an unscheduled stop in New York after recovering the bodies of two men who were fatally wounded in an airplane crash. The men had been flying in a military, landbased plane that was on submarine patrol off the Virginia coast. Several weeks later, the West Gotomska—carrying the aviation fuel in 55-gallon drums, plus crated airplanes and 100 tons of nitroglycerin oil—^began a series of frustrating attempts to reach Russia from Reykjavik, Iceland. The first time, storms caused the convoy to scatter and the We^f Gotomska returned to Iceland. On the second attempt, four days out of Iceland, the convoy again scattered due to bad weather. This time four ships, including the West Gotomska, proceeded toward Russia without military escort. But with the four loaded mer­ chant ships less than twodays from Murmansk, an American destroyer rounded up the vessels and put them with a convoy of 15 empty ships leaving Russia and bound for Scotland. "The destroyer was just following orders," Stephens ex­ plained. "I guess they didn't want to leave the ships unescorted, but we were so close." From Scotland, the West Gotomska (which still was loaded) became part of a 13-ship decoy convoy which sailed without es­ corts. "But theGermans didn't buy it," Stephens recalled. The decoys got through without incident, but the other convoy lost more than half of its 40 ships. Decoy Convoy Gets Through The Gotomska finally reached Murmansk in late December, only to discover that the Russians had changed plans and wanted the cargo delivered to Archangel— roughly 400 miles away. Since the White River to Archangel was frozen solid (approximately nine feet thick), the ship two days later unloaded on the ice, about five miles from Archangel. "We just went as far as we could, but once you stop, you're stuck," said Stephens. "The ship stayed frozen in the ice for over a month. It was a daily target for German bombers, but the Russian planes fought them off. In fact, I Russian Medals to WWII Seamen Finally Issued AB Somerville's Daughter Wins Wash. Karate Championships ,;.| V' - f.:.- . -•Jj ^'V w # :ii • • • •••' don't know this for certain, but I think some of the planes we transported were used to defend the ship. It wasn't a complex operation to assemble them." Eventually the West Gotomska, which was operated by the Mississippi Shipping Company (later Delta Lines), was bombed free of the ice and returned to New York by way of Liverpool, England. "Thank God we didn't get hit" while the ship was loaded, Stephens said. "With all of diat fuel on board, we wouldn't have had a chance. We would have gone up like a Roman candle." in World War11 and, specifically address. evidence of having sailed on ves­ As those who already have ap­ sels engaged in one or more con­ plied for the medals realize, the voys to Murmansk or Archangel processing time is lengthy. For Include the following informa­ example, SIU retiree Steve tion: (1) full name ^nd curreni Stephens received his medal in mailing address; (2) full copy of December 1991—eight months the merchant marine veterans DD after he applied. However, all ap­ Form 214, "Certificate of Release plications will be processed, and or Discharge from Active Duty patience is requested. (which became available when U.S. merchant mariners gained veterans status in 1988); and (3) a list of the name(s) of the vessel(s) sailed on during the convoys to Murmansk or Archangel. The Russian govemment also SIU member Patrick Cassidy will accept applications that in­ figured that the way to a basebal clude the above information sub­ fan's heart is through the mitted by the next of kin for scoreboard. deceased seaman. Any questions So, last spring, he popped the should be directed to the above question in front of about 10,000 people attending a game in Jack­ sonville, Fla. Before the bottom of the sixth inning, Cassidy directed his fianc6e-to-be' s atten­ tion to the scoreboard, which flashed the words: ' Will you Little did AB Glenn Somer- tion meet at Edmonds (Wash.) of 9. She then participated in an Will you viiie and his wife, Clarissa, real­ Conununity College. She won the eight-week class to learn the Will you ize when they signed up their top award in kumite (self defense) basics and has not stopped Many me? daughter Karla for karate classes and kata (stances) among her age since. A joyous, stunned Mary Ellen to overcome her shyness that she group. "She works hard at it," Mrs. DeForge replied with a tearful Patrick Cassidy "popped the would become a state champion Somerville added. "She practices Two Gold Medals yes." The wedding date is question" at a baseball game. He in less than four years. "We have been surprised at at home in front of a full-length November 14. and Mary Ellen DeForge will "We are very proud of her," how she has taken to this," Mrs. mirror for a half hour every day. marry November 14. Talk of the Town That practice comes £^er at­ Somerville told the Seafarers Somerville explained. "She was Cassidy, a chief cook who this up the message sometime during LOG. "She has won all kinds of so shy—just like her mom. We tending a 75-minute class four times a week. On top of that, month celebrates his 30th the sixth inning. The [public ad­ medals and awards." want^ to find some activity to Karla has learned basic Japanese birthday, told a Seafarers LOG dress announcer] asked everyone The most recent recognition make her outgoing." as instructions and commands are reporter he never worried about to pay attention to the scoreboard, Karla, who had shown no in­ for Karla was taking two gold possible glitches in his electronic but I still had to nudge Maiy Ellen issued in that language. medals in the 12-year-old class at clination toward karate, attended But the hard work has paid off proposal—^such as a rainout or a and get her to looL She didn't the Washington Karate Associa­ her first demonstration at the age in ways other than the awards, ac­ surprise trip by Mary Ellen to the know a thing about it, which is cording to her mother. Karla has concession stand. "I never what made it so cool." leamed self confidence and dis­ thought about that, and now that Were it not for Cassidy's cipline. She has made many new you mention it, I'm glad I didn't!" travels as a Seafarer, he probably fiiends. And her purple belt is just he said. never would have met DeForge. The unconventional invitation "I had been on Maersk ship, and three stages below kite's highest recognition, the black belt She also took place April 30, at an exhibi­ we had a layover in New York," tion between the Seattle Mariners he recalled. "This was in 1989. is homing involved in track. and one of their minor league af­ Mary Ellen and I were in a (hotel) Talk of Olympic Material filiates, the Class AA Jackson­ bar, and I first saw her just before "Her role model is a 15-year- ville Suns. It made all of the local I left. old with a black belt," Mrs. sportscasts, "and to this day, I still "After I went upstairs, some­ Somerville noted. "When Karla meet people who say they recog­ thing kept telling me to go back found out (the role model) had as nize me from TV," Cassidy said. down. I did, and we really hit it off." 'I got the idea because Mary many problems as she had start­ Three years later, DeForge, ing out, learning karate became illen is a baseball fan and she sitting behind the first-base goes to the stadium often," ex- dugout, seemed "in a daze, but easier." Because of the sailing, Glenn )lained Cassidy, who graduated happy" after accepting Cassidy's Somerville has yet to see his only rom the Lundeberg School 11 proposal. "We left after the next child in competition. Somerville, years ago and since then has inning," Cassidy noted. "The who joined the SIU in 1967, did upgraded twice. "I contacted the game was a blowout." add he would support her owner about using the (Cassidy said he would like whatever she wanted to do. scoreboard, and they were really to hear, from "all my old "There has been some talk that nice. Usually, they charge for an­ riends." He can be reached at she could be Olympic material," nouncements, but they wouldn't 904/260-6588, or write to 11247 AB Glenn Somerville is proud of what his daughter, Karla, has the AB noted. "We'll be with her take any money from me. San Jose Blvd. #922, Jackson­ "They told me they would put ville, FL 32223.) if that's what she wants to do." accomplished in less than four years of studying karate. Many of the U.S. merchant Mariners who cannot or do not mariners who applied for com­ wish to attend either ceremony memorative medals originally is­ will receive their medals in the sued by the Soviet Union for mail. those JJv(io sailed in the convoy The letter urges those runs to N^urmansk and Archangel mariners who have heen ap­ during World War II should proved for the medal to contact receive a response very soon. Mr. Yuri Menshikov, coordinator Earlier this month, the Embas­ of the ceremonies, to advise him sy of the Russian Federation sent of their preference of where aand letters to approximately 1,300 when to receive the medals (Em­ U.S. mariners who applied and bassy of the Russian Federation, 1125 16th Street, N.W., were approved for the medals. The embassy tentatively plans Washington, D.C. 20036, to conduct two awards ceremonies telephone 202/347-4392, fax (for only those mariners already 202/347-5028). approved): one on either October 7 Those eligible WWII veterans or October 15 aboard the Liberty who have not applied for the medal Ship SS George W. Brown in Bal­ may do so by submitting a written timore; and the other on December request to the above address. 8 at the, Russian Embassy in The interested seaman must Washington, D.C. provide documentation of service •>r^^r^. Steve Stephens pins the longawaited WWII medal on his lapel. Seafarer Cassidy Makes A 'Pitch* of a Lifetime �J' j; SEPTEMBER 1992 m. SEAFARERSLOG 11 Indy Wait Staff Enjoys Diverse Duties Periiaps the most visible crewmembers for tourists sailing on Ae SS Independence are the SIU waiters and waitresses who work almost around the clock serving food and drinks at the many meals and snacks prepared by the galley. Members of this crew seem to take whatever comes their way in stride. Whether they are dressed in colorful Hawaiian-style shirts, providing lemonade and iced tea on a dew-covered deck, or in formal attire, asking pas­ sengers for their dinner choice in the main dining room, these steward department members keep a smile on their faces as they assist passengers any way they can. While some crewmembers openly wonder what it would be like to sail on other merchant ships, some have wandered and returned to the Independence or its sister ship, the SS Constitution, to circle the Hawaiian Islands. For the outgoing personality of Waiter Marcus Rowe, returning to the cruise ship where he began his sailing career in 1982 was a natural. "I've sailed aboard LNG and (Maritime) Overseas (Corporation) vessels," Rowe told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "But I like being on here. "I like going back and forth to the same locations and got tired of going from one port to the next on the tankers. But I had to see what it was like," added the port of Philadelphia member and Lundeberg School upgrader. Others, like newlyweds Brett and Janet Ethridge, have been sailing the "White Ships" for years. Brett Ethridge has worked his way up to assistant head waiter after sailing for six years. His wife, the former Janet Bindas, has been on board for almost five years. Both noted the fun they have had in meeting new people with each one-week voyage. "There is a great camaraderie among the crew on the Indy" Brett Ethridge said. "We are like family on here. We all take care and watch out for each other." In fact, Brett and Janet met years ago for the first time as crewmembers on the American Hawaii Cruises vessel. They began dating and got married during the summer. Thien there are the newcomers like Deck/Lounge Steward Lisa Jones, a second generation member who is ' '-Ms Continued on page 19 ' •' -• •. ^ - '.f Waitress Margaret Chen senres guesta sit^ ting at the Captain's Table. Removino Trays to a slaUon fe Assistant Taking a passenger's dinner order is Waiter Waiter Marcus Rowe stands ready to assist his table with their evening meal. •'••V--;'- --i-" 1 • ' t-. it Puonnnpnf Hawaii's rare chillv damodavs Assistant Waiter Bob Eisert heads for the Waiter Greg Bain has has learned the art The menu aboard ship changes daily, fanmt wioe thTsm^ sun deck with a thirst-quenching tray of iced of balancing a tray of full soup bowls while Recrtmg the evening^s specials is Waiter Steward Usa Jonl? "eciOLOunge su passengers the ship gently rocks. Marty Carrico in the Palms Dining Room. �12 SEPTEMRER1992 SEAFARERS LOG » • S' • s • t American Republic Crew Is Used To Lots of Docking in Tight Spaces »• l;. •'•I •'- - " >••.'»•« :'. ' .;• '^:- 'I ' V'i# • --•• •' •; ?/ ' ••" ^ -'V" Whereas most deep sea ves­ sels have the "luxury" of turn­ around areas, wide-open sea lanes and tugboat assistance when docking, the SlU-crewed American Republic gets no such treatment when it docks at the LTV terminal in the Cuyahoga River south of Cleveland. The navigable portion of the river ends precisely at the iron ore dock where a railroad bridge blocks any further upriver travel. The American Republic was built for constant journeys up the Cuyahoga to deliver iron ore pel­ lets at various locations along the winding river. For deckhands like Joe Hance and David Gapske, the Checking to see how soon un- work of docking and undocking loading can begin is Conveyor- is almost non-stop. "Day or night, man Rick Springs. we have to be ready to tie up or release the vessel," Hance told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. The American Steamship Company vessel has one of the shortest round-trips on the Great ^ Lakes—loading in Lorain, Ohio, saihng about 40 miles across Lake Erie to Cleveland for unloading, then returning to Lorain. Depend­ ing on river traffic and weather conditions, all of this takes placein approximately 24 hours. To tie up the 635-footer, Hance and Gapske are lowered to the dock in a landing chair operated by flSS ^Dave Cameran checks a valve during bunkering operations. tossed by able bodied seamen as the bridge Mid engineroom crew uses bow and stem thrusters to ease the ship in. Within minutes of tying upj the boom swings over land and offloading begins. •- ••?• ' Deckhands Joe Hance (left) and David Gapske pull a landing line to sl;iore; Ready to pssist with lunch is Porter Yehia Kaid. Preparing to raise the bunkering flag is AB/Watchman Ron Vandercook. W'''" 1#^ = -T"; Hvt. t;- '• •' Docking operations are under way as Deckhand David Gapske swings with a mighty heave-ho, AB/Wheelsman Howard Applying a fresh coat of paint in the engineroom is out on the landing chair to handle dockside operations. Herold tosses a landing line. Wiper Hamid Hizam. �_rAt " •er,- ••- .•/T •/-•L y/v -..': '., SEPTEMBER 1992 •' •' -" - .'• - •.- \ -•'•I'ni -y SEAFARERSLOG 13 Breton Crew Hailed as 'Desert Diamond' The crew, and in particular the SIU galley gang aboard the Cape Breton was recognized for its ex­ "l!l\ "W cellent work while the Ready Reserve Force vessel was operat­ ing in the Persian Gulf theater in 1991 and 1992. Commodore C.J. Smith, the commander of the Military Sealift Command Southwest Asia, praised TO ALL W//0_ SHALL Hp; THKI-mRESENTS. GREETINGS the crew as a "desert diamond," and issued the steward department a certificate of appreciation. In announcing this special recognition. Smith stated, \i'to the ajriLen amfM^ "During my tenure, I have seen ™™T7- ASIA nearly 500 ship arrivals and departures. Few ships have a last­ Storm ing impression. As with any i _,-l human enterprise, ships included, the character of the master, of­ ficers and crew reflect the impres­ sion of the ship. C6MMA.NDER 'High Standards' "As I walked about your ship, I became quickly aware of Cape Brecon's pride and high standards of performance. From the deck The galley crew of the Cape Breton received this certificate for their excellent work in the Persian Gulf. plates to the galley, from the radio ropm to the engineering spaces, I Your ship will be remembered Thank you." nothing extraordinary to earn the observed firsthand seasoned as one of those ships that per­ recognition. "We just performed Third Cook Leonard sailors at work." formed and participated so very Ambrose told Une Seafarers LOG our duties to the best of our Smith concluded by saying. well here in southwest Asia. that he and the rest of the crew did abilities," the graduate of Lun- ^ '' •.-''ir''^r-~. .•••' •-•••.'J.-''" Militate jf fPPntr,,^^ m QMED Praises Pless Galley Gang Special recognition was given to the steward department aboard Waterman Steamship Corp.'s SlU-crewed Maj. Stephen W. Pless. "I would like to take time out to give a little recognition to a fine SIU steward department," stated QMED "Bud" Tuttle in a letter to the Seafarers LOG from the crew and officers aboard ship. "In keeping with the tradition of well-respected steward depart­ ments," he continued, "this new steward department deserves some special recognition. The members are Chief Steward Tony Piazza, Chief Cook Pat "Santos Patricia" McGee, Third Cook George Carter and Steward As­ sistants Gilbert E. Bonitto and Miguel Castro." The Pless, built in 1982, is a 25,073 dwt RO/RO vessel. She Chief Steward Tony Piazza (left) and Chief Cook Pat McGee get the recently docked in the port of steaks smoking on the grill. Norfolk. Shipmates Salute President Grant's Steward Dept. I Crewmembers aboard the SIUcontracted President Grant com­ mended the efforts of the ship's steward department. In a recent union meeting, the Grant crew declared, "This is the best steward department we have ever seen. The quality of food, food presentation, menus, service, cleanli­ ness and cooperation are first rate." The galley gang is comprised of Steward John Hoitschlag, Chief Cook Laura Cates, Third Cook Car­ men Johnson, Crew Messman Mllfi-edo Rodriguez, Officer Nfessman AJi Saeed and Officer BR Manuel Cantre. The American President Lines vessel's unlicensed crew comple­ ment is made up of members of the Sailors' Union of the Pacific and the Marine Firemen's Union as well as the SIU. deberg School class 398 noted. "We were pleased and thank­ ful to receive the award. We were the only ship chosen for the (MSC) officers to eat aboard," Ambrose recalled. The com­ mander "enjoyed the way we cooked our meals and was brag­ ging about us." Credit to Steward The Cape Breton was docked at Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia for al­ most all of December 1991. The vessel, operated by American President Lines, had been ferrying ammunition to and from the region. Ambrose gave a lot of credit for a great galley department to Chief Steward Alton Finn. "He's a great guy to work for," Ambrose stated. Others serving in the steward department included Chief Cook Joseph Tucker and Steward Assistants Charles Brown and Steve Soofi. Besides the Seafarers serving in the steward department, SIUNA-affiliated members from the Sailors' Union of the Pacific in the deck department and Marine Firemen's Union in the engineroom sail in unlicensed positions aboard the RRF vessel. Seafarers Scholarship Program Accepting Applications Seven scholarships will be awarded in 1993—and now is the time to start thinking about applying for one of them. Of the seven awards, three are reserved for SIU members (one in the amount of $15,000 for a four-year scholarship to a college or university and two $6,000 two-year scholarships for study at a vocational school or community college). The other four scholarships will be awarded to spouses and de­ pendent children of Seafarers. Each of these four is a $15,000 stipend for study at a four-year college or university. Send for Information Eligibility requirements for Seafarers and their spouses and unmarried dependents are spelled out in the program book­ let. Pensioners are noteligible for the scholarship awards. The FIRST step in the ap­ plication process is sending away for the 1993 SIU Scholar­ ship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form (see coupon below). The SECOND step is to start collecting the necessary paper­ work that will need to be sent in at the same time as the applica­ tion form. This includes an autobiographical statement, photograph, certified copy of birth certificate, high school or college transcript, letters of ref­ erence and the results of SAT or ACT scores. This step will take some time. Act Now Schools can be very slow in handling transcript requests, so applicants must be sure to put their requests in to those institu­ tions as soon as possible. ACT or SAT exams, which are given approximately six times a year, must be taken no later than February 1993. The THIRD step is to com­ plete the application form, col­ lect all the other necessary paperwork—and return the en­ tire application package to the Seafarers Welfare Plan ON OR BEFORE APRIL 15,1993. Fill out the coupon below to get a copy of the 1993 SIU Scholarship Program booklet or pick one up at any SIU hall. With the ever-increasing costs of a college education, the ap­ plicant in search of high educa­ tion can't afford not to apply. ' T^lease send me the 1993 SIU Scholarship Program booklet I Vwhich contains eligibility information, procedures for applying I and the application form. I Name Book Number ' Address City, State, Zip Code. j Telephone Number The steward department poses on the fantail of the Maj. Stephen W. Pless during the Fourth of July cookout. They are (from left, front row) Steward Assistants Miguel Castro and Gilbert E. Bonitto, (back row) Chief Cook Pat McGee, Chief Steward Tony Piazza and Third Cook George Carter. This application is for: Self Dependent Mail this completed fonn to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way. Camp Springs. MD 20746 ••..r '• O'. , • fc V"'I"' : �maryg^^aaas-s- SEPTBRBER1992 SEAFARERS LOG The aircraft carrier USS Independence comes into view out of the Persian Gulf horizon to crewmembers on the MV Lawrence H. Glanella. T •' t' u V' • f: i 'V-'- • 1^ '-k. 4: 'it ••.•',5 ;• '''.tf -sr.; and able to perform at peak efficiency. "Pete maintained the probes and hoses and watched over them like a hawk. When he saw anything that needed to be repaired or maintained, he got it done—immediately." Meanwhile, Stoltz was on deck and was in charge of operations there throughout the uru-ep operation. He started the pumps and directed Powers via walkie-talkie, making sure Powers maintained the proper amount of pressure on the hydraulic system. Self-Contained Station The Ocean Shipholding 615-foot tanker, which is chartered by the Military Sealift Command (MSC), h^ been fitted with a modular fuel delivery system (MPDS). ITie Navy developed this system to rapidly modify commercial tankers in emergencies, rendering such ships capable of delivering fuel to underway Navy vessels. (Under normal conditions, the Navy's fleet oilers provide this service, while the MSC-chartered tankers provide pointCredit to the Bosun and Chief Mate to-point shipping service for petroleum products.) The engine department Seafarer, who provided the LOG MSC intends to install on five civilian-operated tankers the with the photos accompanying this article, said the underway modular fuel delivery system, which consists of a self-con­ fuel transfers proceeded smoothly and expertly, without spill­ tained fuel station with its own diesel generator, air compres­ ing a drop of oU.Powers credited Bosun Pete Hulsebosch and sor, winches and other fuel station gear. Typically, says the Chief Mate Wayne Stoltz for the "top notch" job performed statement by the Navy's chief of information, two fueling by all Gianella hands in the umep operations. stations are installed on a tanker. "Pete's the one who got the whole crew together and taught Refueling the Indy us all we needed to know," Powers said. The chief pumpman The system worked when it came to unrepping the more noted that Hulsebosch not only ran a flawless unrep operation, but also ensured that all shipboard equipment was maintained than 75,()()()-ton fully loaded USSIndependence, reports Chief he MV Lawrence H. Gianella and her civilian crew earned a passage in the U.S. military's book of "first times" when a successful underway replenishment (unrep) opera­ tion was completed with the aircraft carrier USS Independence in the Persian Gulf. The port-side-to-starboard-side fuel transfers while under­ way, which took place in late July, is believed to be the first time a civilian-operated tanker has replenished a combatant ship of this class under operational conditions, according to a statement issued by the U.S. Navy's chief of information. Dan Powers, the Gianella's chief pumpman from March to the end of July, reported to the Seafarers LOG that the T-5 tanker "seemed to never stop umepping" when on assignment in the Persian Gulf. The Gianella conducted 31 urureps for a variety of U.S. Navy vessels, and for ships from allied naval forces, many of which Powers described as "repeat cus­ tomers." Pumpman Powers. As the Porrestal class aircraft carrier became visible through the murky haze, which seems to characterize Persian Gulf days, the Gianella readied the ship for the upcom­ ing unrep. The crew had been told this would be the first time the 1,086-foot, 33-knot USS Independence, which carries 90 aircraft, would be fueled at sea by a non-Navy vessel. "We wanted to do a first class job," said Powers. The Gianella crew prepared for the underway replenish­ ment operation, to be done in this case from the port side, synchronizing their speed with that of the USS Independence. Prom the rifle shot sending the first line to the Navy ship, to the tensioning of the span wire and leading of the hoses over the cable, to the pumping of the fuel and maintaining the pressure, to signalling and fire watch standing, all Gianella hands executed their duties capably and professionally, said Powers. The MPDS equipment used in the Gianella/USS Inde­ pendence unrep allows for a transfer of 3,000 gallons of fuel per hose per minute. Prior to its six weeks in the gulf, the Gianella, which generally is based off Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, sailed in Par East and Australian waters. During this period, the 30,000-dwt tanker transferred fuel to the USNS Andrew J. Higgins, a 40,000-ton, 677-foot oiler in MSC's Pacific fleet. SlU-Crewed Ema Elizabeth Paved the Way for Civilian Unrep Operations T he recent record-making underway replenishment mis­ sion of the MV Lawrence H. Giannella recalls the role of Seafarers in proving that U.S. commercial shipping and its civilian crews are up to the job of conducting non-combat at-sea functions in support of the military. Early in 1972, the SlU-crewed SS Ema Elizabeth became immortalized in military history as the vessel that proved this point. The underway replenishment (unrep) experiment came about after discussions between then Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Elmo N. Zumwalt and Assistant Secretary of Com­ merce for Maritime Affairs Andrew E. Gibson. Could Civilians Do the Job? It was 1970 and many Navy ships were World War II vintage. Punding for replacement ships, at a time when the nation's defense dollars were being used for an increasingly unpopular Vietnam conflict, would not come easily, the admird recognized. Within the U.S.-flag ship sector, it was felt that commercial vessels could perform certain milit^ support services at a low cost to the Navy. Proponents of this line of thinking had their chance to prove the mettle of their theory in a month-long experiment with the Ema Elizabeth, the first commercial ship to attempt an underway replenishment, previously only done by Navy fleet oilers, which carried a shipboard crew comple­ ment of 3()0-plus sailors. The Ema Elizabeth, a commercial tanker operated by Hud­ son Waterways Company, was outfitted with two short, center- Wlth ail lines secured, the Ema Elizabeth is the first U.S. commerciai vessei with a civilian crew to conduct unrep operations. line kingposts, one forward and one aft to receive fuel hose rings from Navy ships. The tanker also was equipped with an astern fueling rig, a system developed in WWII by the British so their mercl^t vessels could transfer petroleum products to small warships. 29 Unreps In 24 Days In 24 days the Ema Elizabeth, with her normal operating crew of 41,conducted 29 fuel transfers. Another eight days was spent with the Navy's Sixth Fleet in similar exercises. The successful experiment helped underscore the effective­ ness of using privately-owned and civilian-crewed vessels in support of the U.S. military and added from there on in the option to the Navy of using commercial craft for underway replenishment operations. Summing up the exercise. Assistant Secretary Gibson said, in a March 24, 1972 letter to the Ema Elizabeth master, "The project was designed to test the hypothesis that a merchant tanker with no prior training or experience could effectively refuel naval ships at sea. The voyage of the SS Ema Elizabeth has clearly proven tihe validity of that hypothesis and has also shown the skills of our merchant crews to be of the caliber needed to do the job in a highly professional manner." �• >";< ' '" ' ' ^•^?: 9 - -"^ Outfitted with a modular fuel delivery system, the G/ane//a The Gianella, si T-5 tanker operated by Ocean Shipholding, is the firist can transfer 3,000 gallons of fuel per hose per minute. non-Navy vessel to undertake an underway fuel transfer with the indy. The port side fuel transfer proceeds. -— —:—, .' ) c f'" •jdv'-yy .••'•-'.li '••jm ;"/.w •'• •:•' . A-w From left. Third Assistant Jeff Hoffman, QMED Emest Lacunza, DEU Tony Stallone and First Assistant David Morrow, a long-time member of the Gianella's crew, are part of a team which changed a piston inside of a day. i- 14 Moving in perfect harmony with MSG oiler, the USNSAndrewJ. H/gg/ns,the G/ane//a transfers fuel while operating in Pacific waters. "J Chief Engineer George Arsenault (above) and Chief Engineer David Ward (not pictured) have worked on the Gianella for years. Onboard since April, QMED Joey E. Acedillo, pictured above, has participated in scores of unreps. > ""'''"- v Dan Fowers, chief pumpman, takes a quick look at the Indy before getting back to his unrep duties. i _ It is time for deck department members to do gangway watch at Diego Garcia fuel pier. VVhile in Diego Garcia, Captain Bill worth (right) serves as master, and James Carrig is chief mate. _ DEU Tony Stallone uses his off-time to try and catch dmner. "Credit gossto the bosun and chisf mate," says QMED Fowsrs to the Seafarers LOG. "for ihe Gianella's Hulsebosch leads the G a /a deck crew to unrep stations. " ' •i - V'.,. • i 'j' �4&''c!=Jt25a IS XAFARBISL06 SEPIBMUff 19K Dianne Lupton—The Real Estate Sailor s V /.- .;••/ . ' rV.-?- .f, <-3. • , F/ j ' M ';:7k^^':. kWM-^ 'i:-- t •. • BYWILUAMG.WICKLAND so-jerk, I had the card as an ace- she'll tell you to write to your ways gone up. Of course I don't in-the-hole, with a junior assis­ bank or credit union and, with a expect to close every sailor's tant purser endorsement, but little more red tape, get an offi­ purchase," Dianne says, "but I pursers had all but disappeared. cial "line of credit" so that you think that as a group we might But in her take-charge way, just know what you can handle and have been overlooking land or as a friend, she actually cdled will be ready to move when the homes as a way of adding to our me from Tahiti in '86 and urged right investment pops up, retirement packages, and I think me to get to the Coast Guard and whether it comes from Dianne the sailors ought to know." get updated. I did that much. or from your sister-in-law's And this sailor can tell you that Dianne Lupton makes red She would call or visit when hairdresser. in town, so I followed her rise to "You know, there is only so tape turn into blue ribbons. I ex­ steward in amazement, but not much land left for private pect to be a homeowner or surprise. She bugged me to get ownership, and the price has al­ landlord by next spring. out to sea, but I was learning computers in a little publishing company in the late '80s, and kept putting it off. Then in '901 got fed up and left the firm. A armed conflict, December 7, few weeks later I had not a clue M^al Purchase Insults 1941 to August 15,1945 shall be Merchant Marine Veterans as to what to do next, and made William G. Wickland considered active duty for the In regard to the recent issue a wish: "I wish Dianne would purposes of all laws administered get back and take me by thehand [June edition. Seafarers LOG ar­ The following feature is a by the Veterans Administration." ticle] of new med^s for merchant and get me out to sea." true story about a Seafarer, by a The American Legion supported Seafarer. Three days later she called. marine veterans of World War II that decision and has welcomed "Bill, this Persian Gulf thing is Korea and Vietnam, I find the fact these long overlooked veterans As sailors, most of us under­ heating up and this is your best that they must "buy" the medals into our ranks ever since. stand that the seas take up threeearned during the wars to be in shot at getting out." fifths of the surface of the earth, We have a special letter for suiting to their voluntary service "Okay. I want to do it." and that very little of that water to their country. No other service membership inquiries from mer­ is actually owned by anybody. "You do? Okay! Do this and "buys" theirs. chant seamen containing instruc­ do that..." On the other hand, when we go From experience over the tion on how to obtain the proper home for a vacation we see that On my 51st birthday I was years, it is clear that nothing in certification forms and verify there are hardly any empty lots told I was on my way to Saudi recognition is given to our mer­ their veteran status. As we receive any more, and the former wideArabia. Now I'm a steward as­ chant marine veterans out o:' more information such as you open spaces are filling up with sistant on the MA?Advantage for thoughtfulness and gratitude. We have provided, we will continue condos and malls. Red River Carriers, having the have had to fight for any recogni­ to assist in presenting documenta­ adventure of my life, and ahnost tion and this continues now. tion refuting the type of "lies" to One sailor has noticed that a out of debt. which you refer little more than most of us. Some of you will care about And Dianne has renewed her Dianne Lupton is busy, and I appreciate you taking the real estate license, which is how this and share my feelings. I also time to express your feelings on has always been busy. Just one realize that some of you will not she earned the nickname "Real care indicator is that she is the mother this important topic with me. at all. Estate Sailor." of two grown sets of twins. I met Your membership in the Legion I do feel that someone shoulc is Dianne when each of us were important to all our efforts oh So we were both in town this make a comment. divorced parents, her twins behalf of America's veterans. I sununer, and recently went to a C. Warren being the same ages as my two trust my reply proves to be an jazz concert in a quiet part of Vernon New Orleans, La. kids. We enjoyed some very appropriate response to your con­ town not yet caught up in the busy family outings. cern. skyrocketing real estate boom. *1/ J/ We were, by mistake, a week Dominic D. DiFrancesco We've remained friends early for the concert, so we The American Legion Welcomes National Commander since, and she played a major The American Legion drove, around a bit, talking about WWII Merchant Marine Vets role in getting me out to sea as a how this part is going to boom in steward assistant. And though I Editor's note: The following the next five years. I saw a little letter was written in response to a never thought I'd become a place that looked as if I could letter sent by Seafarer Peter Veterans Status Needed lomeowner again, she's guiding afford it if it were for sale, and if Salvo of McKeesport, Pa. to the For AIJ WWII Seafaring Vets me into that investment. I were out of debt. Lo and be­ American Legion. Long before I met her, The following letter, urging hold! Dianne found out all about )ianne bought her first house at Thank you for sharing your continued support of veteran it in 24 hours. It is "sort of' for concern for the treatment of those age 19, sold it for profit, and did sale, but wiU probably lie quiet who served in the merchant status for WWII merchant that six more times. In 1975 she until after my next trip, and marine during World War II. I mariners, was written to Bill )assed Oregon's stiff require­ Eglinton, director of vocational would be a good investment. want you to know that my heart education at the Harry Lunments for a real estate license, "You know," Dianne says, goes out to you and all those who deberg School of Seamanship, and using her homeowner and "real estate is a great investment served so valiantly and well who sent it to the Seafarers LOG. )usy-mom experience, did well(^l for sailors. The right buy can without receiving the recognition inding homes for other First, let me thank you and earn more income than a lot of you earned by your courage and your staff for the support afforded amilies. Dlanne Lupton other investments. I'm going to sacrifice. "After a while, though, I me during my recent schooling at As your National Com­ the Lundeberg School. In my concentrate on finding the right mander, I have the unique honor opinion, you and your faculty are deals for sailors." LOG-A-RHYTHM of serving Legionnaires who So she hung her license with served in all war eras since 1919. a credit to our organization. I'm sure that you will recall the firm Century 21 for two In my travels around this country reasons: they are registered in all and abroad, I come in contact that I am very interested in the bill by David M. Davenport of the U.S. and in foreign with a large number of those which is again coming before countries, and they work on a members. When discussing the Congress this summer concern­ David M. Davenport has been sailing with the SIU for three years "buddy system" so that when ing WWn veterans status. irom the port of Jacksonville. He currently works aboard the Julius Dianne is out to sea, her working merchant marine with them, I am I am not considered a WWII surprised at how little real 1 'Jammer. partner can handle the par­ knowledge some of these war­ veteran even though I was in ticulars of closing deals here, time veterans have regarding the training at Sheepshead Bay in and affiliates can do the same all contributions made and hardships Brooklyn, N.Y. before WWII Here I am on this ship at sea over the world. Wondering what the hell is wrong with me. endured by merchant seamen in ended, because I had not been assigned to a vessel before the A beautiful woman back at home She took off in early August World War II. war with Japan ended.... And I go and leave her all alone. as relief chief cook on the Over­ It has always been my per­ Any assistance or support you seas Juneau. As the run is sonal conviction that these con­ can give in helping to get the The waves are saying, "Go back! Go back! coastwise from Alaska to tributions were the equal of our proper legislation through Con­ Why do you leave a woman like that? California, she'll be able to keep comrades who served in the other gress this year will be greatly apCan't you see she loves you true? in touch with her partner and her )ranches of the Armed Forces. jreciated by me. The way When you're gone her heart is blue." mail. Any sailor who would like Over the years, the American Congress has ruled thus far does Here I am on this ship at sea to know more about owning a Legion has tried to bring this not seem to me to be fair to myself Wondering what the hell is wrong with me. piece of the ground, no matter same point home to our members and a few others who find them­ I dream at night of holding her close. where it is, might write her at and the general public through the selves in this same situation. Her touch, her warmth, they mean the most. 2318 2nd Avenue, #849, Seattle, }lacement of articles and stories lobeit Lee McDonald in pur magazine. WA 98121. During my watch a whale passes by. West Lake, La. And yells up to me, "Why, oh, why? In 1988, the United States She'll tell you, as she did me, Editor's note: SIU members Are you out here alone, far from her arms. that you should write to your government issued a decision are urged to write their congres­ Her dancing, her beauty and her charms?" state and federal veterans' of­ stating that "the service of the sional representativies asking fices if you are a vet, because a jroup known as the American them for their continued support But still I am here on this ship at .lea. little paperwork can give you an Merchant Marine in ocean going in extending benefits to all mer­ Still wondering what the hell is wrong with me. advantage in home-buying. And service during the period of chant marine veterans of WWII. noticed that the contractors were making the big money,"she told me, "so I hung up the license and did some remodeling with a partner." So she has demonstrated that she knows the game. But being both smart and curious means that Dianne gets into all sorts of adventures. In 1986 the kids were well on their way through high school, and Grandma suggested they move into the big house and give Mom an extended vacation. So Dianne went to visit her sister in Hawaii. She decided to see what it was like to work there. Fastfood and maid jobs were a dime a dozen, but Dianne asked for something more. "You wanna work in Tahiti?" she was asked. 'Tahiti? What do I have to do?" It was a waitress job on The Liberte, but she would need a passport. That was Tiiesday. By Friday she had her passport and had been drugtested and was gone, ". . . before I could think twice about it." On that trip she learned that American Hawaii Cruises also operated the "White Ships" out of Hawaii, and she learned about the union and getting a z-card and about Piney Point and about moving upward in the steward department. Which she did, and she's now a steward. Dianne knew that I had ac­ quired a z-card in 1960 but had never used it. As a sort of itinerant writer/cabbie/espres- On This Ship at Sea Letters to the Editor �SEAFARERS LOG WTBHBER1992 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea JULY 16 — AUGUST 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C •'ii'• •l-'M Port 27 New York 1 Philadelphia 5 Baltimore 8 Norfolk 10 Mobile New Orleans 24 Jacksonville 28 San Francisco 24 Wilmington 24 30 Seattle Puerto Rico 10 7 Honolulu 34 Houstoh 1 St. Louis 2 Piney Point 0 Algonac 235 Totals Port 21 New York 2 Philadelphia 3 Baltimore 6 Norfolk 11 Mobile New Orleans 16 Jacksonville 10 San Francisco 14 9 Wilmington 19 Seattle 7 Puerto Rico 4 Honolulu 18 Houston 1 St. Louis '5 Piney Point 0 Algonac 146 Totals Port 17 New York 3 Philadelphia 6 Baltimore 4 Norfolk 4 Mobile New Orleans 7 Jacksonville 12 San Francisco.50 Wilmington 10 29 Seattle 2 Puerto Rico 10 Honolulu 11 Houston 0 St. Louis 3 Piney Point 0 Algonac 168 Totals Port 15 New York 1 Philadelphia 3 Baltimore 5 Norfolk .2. Mobile New Orleans 9 0 Jacksonville 20 San Francisco Wilmington :S 7 Seattle 5 Puerto Rico 3 Honolulu 3 Houston 0 St. Louis 0 Piney Point 0 Algonac 78 Totals Totals All 20 9 13 15 16 21 18 20 27 27 5 10 21 15 7 8 8 10 17 8 . 5 ••• 9 1 14 l'^ 0 10 •••••;••• •:-2v::.' 2 1 124 233 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 9 3 10 7 9 14 30 1 :• r'- 2 8 11 24 18 17 24 6 7 37 1 0 0 191 Trip Reliefs 16 18 2 8 'm'-iM 2 166 15 25 39 5 2 11 8; 8 5 2 0 2 L 6 7 14 5 2 : . 0^. 4-, -'eT . 3 7 17 14 2 4 5 2 7 10 8 17 13 0 1 10 13 6 17 18 20 29 4 0 14 15 9 16 \ry mil 18 18::':1 2 3 5 ^ ^ • 14 " 33 25 2 2 9 12 3 17 14 23 : 14 2 3 7 , 6 • 11 A;-"no:; 17 15 25 3 3 8 12 7 13 0 0 9 1 0 2 3 0 2 9 15 7 3 10 8 4 15 13 9 30 25 i • 3^: 6 5 nmt'- 10 ^ 22 2 1 :,;n2' 0 0 0 1 2 7 •:-n9 ••••.: 1 0 0 3 8 0 2 0 • 0^ 0 0 0 1 147 265 233 30 36 101 106 85 173 3V STEWARD DEPARTMENT 8 28 • 2t 5 4 8 13 12 2 . ,3 1 ' • 3 0 2 2 2 2 •' • -, 'M",: A A . A 0 4 4 0 0 5 4 6 9 7 0 6 7 6 2 13 13 2 1 4 2 6 6 14 16 1 • 3 11 4 5 0 12 18 0 :::• :513 0 8 5 23 86 1 , 7 , 24 5 10 i6:: 9 15 6 0 >2 ' • •;'r-11 . 2 .4 4 10 40 5 0 3 19 4 7 3 1 2 2 0 1 1 3 1 19 27 16 37 20 17 5 21 22 '1\3'M0 0 3 'mm 9 :2' 5 fi 0 0 1 0 0 0 v92 0 ' :'::.'5:-' ^ 14 -:^;4,. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 71 178 274 99 35 57 124 62 106 ..•^.•"17i :.V"4!v ;:;r' m. m ENTRY DEPARTMENT 33 0 8 10 17 24 16 36 11 17 4 53 25 3 30 2 289 39 2 1 10 9 13 24 ^•::;v.58 2 128 7 1 ^ 1 0 256 16 0 §-3; 5 7 8 10 0 4 2 2 •MW: 6 7 10 3 46 : 21 12 . 7 2 3 W:5 - 0 0 52 23 2 171 0 0 6 0 3 2 4 3 4 3 115 1 0 0 148 0 3 0 5 0 6 0 3 0 14 0 : 1 0 56 0 ^•::9 0 13 0 10 0 3 0 5 0 0 0 0 .0 /v: 0 0 151 0 J ^84n 2 17 24 32 44 35 72 23 23 6 49 38 6 33 4 492 J 275 97 7 2 28 17 35 15 55 16 19 4 145 15 0 8 0 463 922 •^^TotTRegistered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at Ae Po^ at the end of last morUh. A total of 1,425 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the M25 jobs shipped, 473 jobs or about 33 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by B and C seniority people. From July 16 to August 15,1992, a total of 179 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 17,163 jobs have been shipped. 17 October & November Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday: October 5, November 2 New York Tuesday: October 6, November 3 Philadelphia Wednesday: October 7, November 4 Baltimore Thursday: October 8, November 5 Norfolk Thursday: October 8, November 5 Jacksonville Thursday: October 8, November 5 Algonac Friday: October 9, November 6 Houston Monday: October 12, November 9 New Orleans Tuesday: October 13, November 10, Mobile Wednesday: October 14; Thursday, November 12 San Francisco Thursday: October 15, November 12 Wilmington Monday: October 19, November 16 Seattle Friday: October 23, November 20 San Juan Thursday: October 8, November 5 St. Louis Friday: October 16, November 13 Honolulu Friday: October 16, November 13 Duluth Wednesday: October 14; Thursday, November 12 Jersey City Wednesday: October 21, November 18 New Bedford Tuesday: October 20, November 17 Each port's masting starts at 10:30 a.m. Personals JOSEPH BODIE Please contact your sister, Senobia Nelson at 675 East 120th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90059. GARY DAHL Please contact your father at (301) 423-3612, or write to him at 5909 Delta Lane, Suitland, MD 20746. ' FRANKA.JOHANSON Please contact Robert Fish at 6000 Ivydene Ter­ race, Baltimore, MD 21209. Four Earn Lundeberg Dipiomas Four more Seafarers have added their names to the roll of members who have received their General Equivalency Diplomas (GED) while studying at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. With Instructor Sheila Schug (center) are (left to right) Mark D. Johnson, Lewis Danwin, Peter Hausmann and Joe Bernieri. Nearly 2,000 Seafarers have ob­ tained their high school equivalency diplomas through the school's GED program. " V •• ;:C �m 18 S':.^ SEAFARE8SL0G Seafarers fnternatfonal Union Directory ,-. - • • , Michael Sacco President John Fay Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Sacco Executive vice President Augustln Tellez Vice President Collective Bargaining George McCartney Vice President West Ctoi>ast Roy A. ^TBuck" Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCaffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Coraey Vice President Gulf Coast U' I' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ' ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St Baltimore. MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Dulufli,MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606KaUhiSt. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 UbertySt. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY St Je 7302 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA oftna <! a Philadelphia,"PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave. Stop l6Vi Santurce,PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310)549-4000 m.-: E4 • ms SEPmUBER 1992 Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes JULY 16 — AUGUST 15,1992 CL—Company/Lakes L—^Lakes NP—^Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL OassL Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 49 6 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 25 t ' . STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 15 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 Port Algonac ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups QassCL Class L QassNP 0 15 0 5 0 . 18 Totals All Departments 0 65 23 0 89 12 0 41 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. 25 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters JULY 16 — AUGUST 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B OassC Region Atlantic G Gulf Coast West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Oass C DECK DEPARTMENT ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B QassC 0 0 6 1 3 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 1 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals 0 0 39 0 0 4 . 0 4 0 0 0 4 Totals All Departments 41 0 24 12 1 4 160 13 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. VETERANS DAY EVENTS AT THE SOUTH STREET SEAPORT MUSEUM, N.Y. New York Seamen Remember World War H—Wednesday, Novem­ ber 11,3-6p.nu in the Seamen's Church Institute Auditorium, 241 Water Street. Veteran seamen from New York City offer first hand accounts of their WWII experiences. Free. New York Port in World War H— Sunday, November 8. Museum programs pay tribute to the merchant seamen who risked their lives in WWII. Period films, tours, demonstrations. Events free with museum admission. New York Harbor Cruise: Ship­ ping Out in World War H—Sunday, November 8, 11 a.m.-/ p.m. In this Seaport Lines excursion, explore sites where seamen prepared for their pivotal role in the War. $12, $10 for seniors, $6 for children. Purchase tickets at booth. SURVIVORS OF THE SS. ROGER B.TANEY Any survivors of the S.S. Roger B. Taney, a Liberty Ship operated by Waterman Steamship Co. that was sunk on Sunday, February 7, 1943 in the South Atlantic Ocean, are asked to con­ tact James L. Tucker. Tucker was Ae bosun aboard ship. He notes that two lifeboats got away, and he is particularly interest^ in hear­ ing from anyone on the No. 2 boat with him. "We were picked up 42 days later off the Coast of Brazil and were put in the hospital the next day in Santos, Brazil." Tucker is hoping to hear from sur­ vivors in order to plan a 50 year reunion next February or March. Survivors may write to James L. Tucker at P.O. Box 374, Kenansville, N.C. 28349, or may call him at (919) 293-7955. 0 0 4 46 CALLING ALL TUGBOAT ENTHUSIASTS A group dedicated to the preserva­ tion of the American tugboat industry invites interested individuals to join. Or­ ganized in 1990, the Tugboat En­ thusiasts Society of America (TES) chronicles theindustry—^both its history and its current status. The organization publishes a quarter­ ly newsletter entitled Tug Bitts, which covers tug-building news, anecdotes of tug history, book reviews, tug model building tips, photographs and other ar­ PI ticles related to tugboats and theircrews. The group's chairman, Joseph P. DeMuccio, the son of a tugboatman, urges interested parties to contact him at: TES, 308 Quince Street, Mount Pleasant, S.C. 29464. Membership dues are $25.00 an­ nually. CORRESPONDENCE WITH 1968 PINEY POINT GRADS Gordon Anderson graduated from Piney Point on February 14, 1968. He would like to correspond with members of his class or anyone else who attended Piney Point around that time. Interested grads may write to him at 2732 Valencia, San Bemardino. CA 92406. �SOFARBRSIOG 19 Indy Wait Staff on the Go With Safety and Service Duties Continued from page 11 beginning her maritime career on the Inde­ pendence. The daughter of Steward Lonnie Jones stated she plans to build up her seatime on the cruise ship so she will he able to upgrade at the Lundeherg School and move up through the steward depart­ ment. Besides all the time and effort members use in dealing with passengers, working in the galley and handling food, they also are involved in safety drills aboard the ship. Waiters and waitresses can be found at the various lifeboat stations with their assign­ ments ranging from lowering the lifeboats to checking the roll to account for all pas­ sengers in their station. Whether they move up the galley ladder on the passenger ships or transfer their craft to tankers and container ships in the SIUcontracted fleet, the skills acquired on the Independence become invaluable as they continue their maritime careers. : t Deck/Lounge Steward Kimberly Cazaropoul works to release a block during lifeboat drills. Deck/Lounge Steward Oebra White offers a drink to a passenger. .?• •% M): • •I'S' •'•J -.I? The lounge crew of (left to right) Bartender Robert Edward Brock, Deck/Lounge Stewards Helping during the weekly lifeboat drill is Debra Gardiner, Julie Konas, Kathleen Hodgens, Cheryl Rhodes and Robert Barron and Giving the Hawaiian good luck sign is AsWaiter Steve Han. Bartender Mickie Frederick pose before a shift. sistant Waiter Henry Commager. « if.'i; ••i '..,1/^1'^?, •y" c.'- a". I Janet and Brett Ethridge offer a variety of desserts to hungry passengers on sundeck. .• • The dining room crew welcomes passengers aboard with a group singing of "Aloha." • "i. j V'" �20 SEPTEMBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG delegate. Next port: Newport News, Va. i'f • . !£• ••H •' i ' - y.'..' • ''• .;• ^• • ^;v'r |f\:,y';V:r 1 i|v KVV{,:'4; Is '• ' ••'•I 'v' • f . 'i • II: •'.m: - .• • «• .• if •I •Aii • •. ''•"if • vj-r • / • ilif- • . • rfSfo- • '• Secretary Steven Wagner, Educa­ tional Director Alberto Aguiar, Deck Delegate Rodney Pence, En­ gine Delegate Richard Rodgers, Steward Delegate Julio Guity. Chairman noted raise went into ef­ fect July 1. He reminded crew to separate plastics. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to seek grace period for permanent men who are going on 60-day relief. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: New Orleans. ILEDE FRANCE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 19 — Secretary Robert Hess. Chairman discussed upgrad­ ing opportunities available at Lun­ The SeafarersLOG attempts toprint as i , . deberg School. Secretary reminded Oil occasion, lyecause of space limitations, some will Im omitted. members to vote. He noted impor­ Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department Those issues requiring attention tance of SPAD. Educational direc­ or resolution are addressixl by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then tor discussed safety procedures. No beefs or disputed OT reported. forwarded to the Seafarers LOG. Crew thanked galley gang. Steward delegate thanked crew for Vazquez, Secretary C. Tourere, Haher, Deck Delegate Edward INGER(Sea\m, Inc.), May 31 — keeping lounge and messhalls Deck Delegate P. Puree, Engine RIckard, Engine Delegate Dennis Chairman Theodore Bush, OMI WILLAMETTE(OMl clean. Delegate William Sylvester. Chair­ Davidson. Deck delegate reported Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr., Corp.), July 26 — Chairman M. man noted safety awards were disputed OT. No beefs or disputed Deck Delegate Kenneth Moore, ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan McDuffie, Secretary Robert Scott given by company for months of OT reported by engine or steward Engine Delegate W. Marino, Transportation), July 20 — Chair­ Chairman announced payoff. No delegates. Fans are needed for each March, April and May. He thanked man Sonny Pinkham, Secretary F. beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward Delegate John Foster. room. Crew was reminded to make galley gang for recent barbecues. Chairman announced payoff. He Cordero, Deck Delegate M. Crew was reminded not to smoke sure gangway lines are kept tight. No beefs or disputed OT reported. praised crew for good trip. No Perry, Engine Delegate Louis in messhall during meal hours. Next port: Boston. beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job LIBERTY SPIRIT (Liberty well done. Crew advised fellow Looking to Shore Maritime), June 28 — Chairman SIU seamen to bring U.S. bills J.R. Wilson, Secretary R. Cavalwhen going to Albania, as canti. Educational Director J. seamen's club there only accepts American money. Next port: Hous­ Polito, Deck Delegate S. Jackson, Engine Delegate Gary Toomer, ton. Steward Delegate Miguel Angel ULTRASEA (American Maritime Aguilar. Chairman discussed im­ portance of federal elections. Transport), May 7 — Chairman Educational director urged mem­ Daniel Laitinen Jr., Deck bers to upgrade at Lundeberg Delegate David Garoutte. Chair­ School. No beefs 6r disputed OT man thanked everyone and reported all going well. Education­ reported. Chairman reminded mem­ bers to rewind videotapes. al director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No 1STLT. JACKLUMMUS beefs or disputed OT reported. (Amsea), June 29 — Chairman S. Crew thanked steward department. Chief Electrician Charles Gallagher awaits the docking of the Nuevo San Juan when that ship called Solomon, Secretary L. Oram, on Port Elizabeth, N.J. Steward Delegate E. Ellis. Crew 1STLT. ALEXBONNYMAN has not been notified of exact (Maersk Lines), June 26 —^ Chair­ Crew discussed importance of Malave, Steward Delegate D. figures for July 1 pay increase. Crew was reminded to be cautious man Thomas Anderson, Deck upgrading at Lundeberg School. Rodriguez. Crew thanked galley Educational director urged mem­ of different traffic laws and pat­ Delegate J. Thompson, Engine gang for good job. bers to upgrade at Lundeberg terns in Japan. Crew requested new Delegate Larry Cochrane, OVERSEAS ALASKA ice machine. Steward Delegate M.James. Chair­ School. No beefs or disputed OT (Maritime Overseas), July 28 — LIBERTY STAR (Liberty reported. Crew not receiving man reported things running Chairman Carlos Spina, Secretary Maritime), July 26 — Chairman reasonably well. Educational direc­ Seafarers LOG. Next port: Guam. 2ND LT. J.P. BOBO(Amsea), F. Nieves, Engine Delegate James Tim Koehel, Secretary V. Wallen, tor advised members to utilize Lun­ July 2 — Chairman Thomas Brown, Steward Delegate V. Car­ Educational Director W. Howard. MAYAGUEZ(Pnerto Rico deberg School to become Parisi, Secretary Hans Schmuck, denas. Chairman reported beefs in Marine), June 9 — Chairman A1 better-qualified and more inEducational Director Charles Mc- Engine delegate reported disputed deck department. No beefs or dis­ OT. No beefs or disputed OT Caulder, Secretary J. Platts. Chair­ demand merchant mariners. No Kenna, Deck Delegate Alonso Ar­ reported by deck or steward puted OT reported by engine or man recommended ship be check­ beefs or disputed OT reported. mada, Engine Delegate Michael steward delegates. delegates. Crew laundry needs ed for asbestos. Engine delegate Steward delegate asked contracts Langehach, Steward Delegate second washing machine. Crew reported disputed OT. No beefs or department for clarification about Dorray Saheron. No beefs or dis­ OVERSEAS VALDEZ(Maritime thanked steward department. . disputed OT reported by deck or random drug testing. Next port: puted OT reported. Crew extended Overseas), July 19 — Chairman steward delegates. Crew asked con­ Jacksonville, Fla. special thanks to steward depart­ Frank Cottongin, Secretary G. LNG LIBRA (ETC), July 5 — tracts department to seek change ment for outstanding job with last Quinn, Educational Director E. Chairman J.B. Rhodes, Secretary under wldch, permanent jobs GREEN ISLAND (Waterman cookout (which included 200 Macom, Deck Delegate A. W. Justi, Educational Director would not be lost due to medical Steamship), June 28 — Chairman pounds of lobster). Machado, Engine Delegate Ar­ Bruce Zenon, Deck Delegate S. emergency. Crew thanked galley Marvin Zimhro, Secretary J. chie Bligen, Steward Delegate A. Ibrahim, Engine Delegate Tim gang members Steward A. Pena, Gleaton, Educational Director W. Fachini. Secretary urged members SGT. W.R. BUnON(Amsea), Van Pelt, Steward Delegate Chief Cook F. Maldiano and SA Jones. No beefs or disputed OT to donate to SPAD. Deck delegate July 5 — Chairman L.D. Yockey, Lawrence Conklin. No beefs or B. Harris for job weU done. Next reported. Next port: Newport reported disputed OT. No beefs or Secretary K. White, Educational disputed OT reported. Crew port: Elizabeth, N.J. News, Va. disputed OT reported by engine or Director M. Blackburn, Deck thanked steward department for steward delegates. Crew thanked Delegate S. Berschger, Engine good job. GOLDEN MONARCH NEDLLOYD HUDSON(SeaDelegate T. Christensen, Steward steward department for fine meals (Westchester Marine), June 21 — Land Service), Jime 21 — Chair­ LNG TAURUS (ETC), July 12 — and menus. Delegate K. Johnson. Educational Chairman Pete Loik, Secretary man C. James, Secretary Ed Chairman Ulus Veach, Secretary Director stressed importance of Jerome Jordan, Educational OVERSEAS VIVIAN (Maritime Doyle Cornelius, Educational upgrading at Lundeberg School Director HanableSmith, Deck Overseas), July 12 — Chairman Payoff for Discovery Delegate Wilfredo Velez, Engine and encouraged members to send Director Raymond Culpepper, Jerome Williams, Secretary articles and photos to the LOG. No Deck Delegate Joseph Morrison, Delegate Julio Reyes, Steward Royce Bozeman, Engine Delegate Engine Delegate Vincent beefs or disputed OT reported. Delegate Diego Hatch. Chairman Mark Stewart, Steward Delegate Crew gave vote of thanks to galley Larimer, Steward Delegate Udthanked crew for smooth trip. He Alex Jaradia. Locks to crew jang Nurdjaja. Chairman intro­ gang. Next port: San Diego. announced payoff. Educational quarters need replacements. Chair­ duced captain, who welcomed all director noted importance of crewmembers and commended man reminded crew to separate upgrading at Lundeberg School. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean them for safety record. Educational plastics. Secretary reported No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chemical Carriers), July 19 — shortage of stores. Engine delegate director advised members to Crew thanked steward department Chairman Richard Wilson, upgrade at Lundeberg School. No reported disputed OT. No beefs or for job well done. Secretary J. Price, Educational W. beefs or disputed OT reported. disputed OT reported by deck or Dooling, Deck Delegate Kevin Crew noted non-skid pads on lad­ steward delegates. Crew discussed SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaHare, Engine Delegate George der need to be replaced. importance of upgrading at Lun­ Land Service), June 27 — Chair­ Demetropoulos, Steward Delegate deberg School and donating to man C. Heick, Secretary A. 1STLT. JACKLUMMUS Toyo Gonzales. Company has SPAD. Crew thanked galley gang Delaney, Education^ Director R. (Amsea), July 12 — Chairman S. for good food. Howard, Engine Delegate C. Ear- agreed to supply refrigerators in Viomon, Secretary L. Oram, each seamen's room and to replace hart, Steward Delegate F. Maliga. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Seacouch in crew lounge. Secretary ad­ Educational Director R. Tannis, Chairman noted crew has disputed Land Service), July 12 — ChairOT and needs clarifications regard­ vised members interested in further­ Deck Delegate Kevin Devine, En­ gine Delegate S. Andereon, man Jerry Bass, Secretary J. ing holiday pay. Other disputed OT ing their education to apply for Steward Delegate E. Loret. Rivera, Educational Director Ken­ Seafarers scholarship. Vocational reported by steward delegate. Crew Treasurer reported $394.40 in neth Linah, Steward Delegate F. director urged members to upgrade asked contracts department to look ship's fund. Deck delegate asked Monsihais. Chairman announced at Lundeberg School. No beefs or into abolition of permanent jobs. contracts department for clarifica­ payoff and said this was his best disputed OT reported. Crew asked Next port: Long Beach, Calif. tion on payment policy. No beefs trip to northern Europe. Secretary contracts department to look into or disputed OT reported. Next port: and educational director urged reducing time required to maintain DSNS PREVAIL (USMMl), June permanent jobs. All departments Guam. members to upgrade at Lundeberg 1 — Chairman Carl Kriensky, School. No beefs or disputed OT were thanked for working well Secretary Dean Steinmetz, Educa­ together. Ship is carrying phos­ MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf reported. Next port: Boston. tional Director Mike Everhart, Marine), July 18 — Chairman D. phoric acid to Madras, India. Deck Delegate Steve Voss, Ticer Jr., Secretary J. Pratt, SCAN (Amsea), July 25 — Chair­ Steward Delegate Patrick Educational Director M. Peck. No SAM HOUSTON(Waterman man Al Kirksey, Secretary S. Red­ Johnson. No beefs or disputed OT Steamship), July 26 — Chairman beefs or disputed OT reported. ding, Steward Delegate James Bosun Nelson Sale was on reported. Eugene Granhiham, Secretary C. Crew noted mail service is slow. Jordan. Chairman announced board for the Sea-Land Rooks. Deck and engine delegates payoff. No beefs or disputed OT OMI DYNACHEM(OMl Coip), Discovery's payoff in DSNS SILAS BENT (Mar Ship reported disputed OT. No beefs or reported. July S — Chairman Larry Kunc, Elizabeth, N.J. recently. Operators), June 7 — Chairman R. disputed OT reported by steward Continued on page 22 "-.ft �i:,:%"0^^!-<-- £m -:--:0ri^ SEPTEMBER 1992 T he Seafarers Pension Plan this month announces the retirements of twenty-seven members. Sixteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while nine sailed in the inland division. One sailed on the Great Lakes and one sailed in the Atlantic Fishermen division. Of the retiring Seafarers, 19 served in a branch of the U.S. armed forces. Some of the SIU members served during WWII. Others enlisted in the period up to and through the Korean con­ flict in the early '50s. Additionally, in this month's group of pensioners are two recertified bosuns and three recertified stewards. Brief biographical sketches of these SIU members and the other new pensioners follow. SEAFARERS LOG To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. BOBBY ESPANOL, 68,joined the union in 1970 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in the Philippine Islands and sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Espanol served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1968. He resides in Moreno Valley, Calif. DEEP SEA PAUL ADAMS JR., 65, joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of Savannah, Ga. The Georgia native sailed in the deck department He also served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Brother Adams has retired to Savannah. EDDIE FISHER, 61, joined the SIU in 1965 in his native New Orleans. He sailed in the steward department. Brother Fisher served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He continues to call New Orleans home. CLAUDE BANKSTON JR., 65, joined the Seafarers in 1950 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Bogalusa, La., he com­ pleted the bosun recertification course at the Lundebeig School in 1975. Brother Bankston served in the U.S. Navy fiom 1944 to 1946. He resides in Metairie, La. EDWARD GLAZDER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of New York. Bom in Newark, N.J., he sailed in the steward department. Brother Glazder served in the U.S. Navy from 1946 to 1947. He still lives in Newark. WILLIE BRAGGS, 64, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in Mobile, Ala. in 1959. He was bom in Alabama and in 1982 completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School. Brother Braggs lives in Fairhope, Ala. ALVIN DYER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of New York. Bom in Maine, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Dyer served in the U.S. Air Force from 1946 to 1953. He lives in Gouldsboro, Maine. JOSEPH DELISE, 68, joined the SIU in 1952 in his native New York. He completed the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1980. Brother Delise served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946. He has retired to Farmingdale, N.Y. PAUL GONCALVES,65, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. A native of Philadelphia, he sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Goncalves has retired to Seattle. SERGIO MORALES, 66, joined the Seafarers in 1979 in the jort of New York. He was bom in Puerto Rico and sailed in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Morales upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He resides in *4aranjitos, P.R. CARMELO MURPHY, 65, joined the union in 1946 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Puerto Rico, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Vlurphy has retired to Houston. PAUL ONUFNER, 74, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of ^lew York. He was bom in Whiting, Ind. and sailed in the deck department. Brother Onufner upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Northfield, Ohio. PAUL PAR­ SONS, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. A na­ tive of Wilkes County, N.C., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Parsons served in the U.S. Navy from 1946 until 1948. He resides in Lenoir, N.C. JABEZ PEGG, 63, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Bal­ timore. Bom in Graham, ^.C., he sailed in the deck department. Brother Pegg served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1953. He has retired to Fairfield, Calif. WILLIAM RAWLUK, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of New York. Brother Rawluk was bom in Canada in the city of Calgary, Alberta and sailed in the deck department. Brother Rawluk resides in Seattle. LEROY TEMPLE, 65,joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Detroit. A native of Sandusky, Ohio, he sailed on the Great Lakes before transferring to the union's deep sea division. Brother Temple completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. Brother Temple lives in Stockton, Calif. CLYDE GRAVES, 63, joined the union in 1983 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Born in Prentiss, Miss., he sailed in the engine department. Boatman Graves lives in Eight Mile, Ala. NEWTON HAHL,67, joined the union in 1963 in the port of St. Louis. He was born in Penns Grove, ^l.J. and sailed in the engine department. Boat­ man Hahl served in the U.S. Army from 1948 to 1949. He resides in St. Louis. LONNIE HOWARD, 62, joined the union in 1982 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. The nalive of South Carolina sailed in the deck department. A U.S. Army veteran. Boatman Howard has retired to Jackson­ ville. STEPHEN PLASH JR., 63, joined the union in 1957 in the port of Gal­ veston, Texas. He was bom in Hitchcock, Texas and sailed in the deck department. Boatman Plash served in the U.S. Navy from 1946 to 1948. He has retired to Sante Fe, Texas. 21 WILLIAM PETERS, 62, joined the union in 1973 in the port of Paducah, Ky. Bom in Mississippi, he sailed in the deck department. Boatman Peters served in the U.S. Aimy from 1951 to 1953. He lives in Caruthsville, Mo. HENRY SOUDELIER, 63, joined the union in 1964 in the port of New Orleans. The Louisiana native sailed in the deck department. Boatman Soudelier served in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952. He lives in Houma, La. .-.•a:-- DAVID STILES, 62, joined the union in 1973 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A Virginia native, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Stiles served in the U.S. Navy from 1947 to 1948. He resides in Cape Char­ les, Va. HAROLD WHIGHTSILJR., 62, joined the union in 1966 in the port of New Orleans. He was bom in Illinois and sailed in the deck and engine depart­ ments. Boatman Whightsil upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1981. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1951. Brother Whightsil has retired to Chalmette, La. GREAT LAKES ALl ZINDANI,69, joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of Detroit. Born in Yemen, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Zindani has retired to Detroit. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN SAMUEL SCOLA, 64, joined the union in 1966 in his native Boston. He sailed in the deck . department. Brother Scola served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1948. He resides in Gloucester, Mass. ''L:. f.-t Retired But Not Retired INLAND FRANK GIBSON, 71,joined the union in 1965 in his native New Orleans. He sailed in the deck department. Boatman Gib­ son served in the U.S. Army Tom 1941 until 19^. He has retired to Waveland, Miss. Brother Robert Jordan may have retired several years ago after 45 years with the Seafarers, but he did not wait long to start a new career. Jordan, pictured here with his wife Mary, is running a canvash in Chickasaw, Ala. r.,.. . 'i'"' �1pS|^ •t£: ilPij®. 22 Ships Digest I Continued from page 20 SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (SeaLand Service), July 5 — Chairman Frank Marchione, Secretary E. Winfield. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. SEA-LAND A TLANTIC (SeaLand Service), July 6 — Chairman W. Byrd, Secretary R. Seim, Educational Director J. Ashley. Chairman reported crew scattered ashes of SIU retiree John Mc­ Clelland. Chairman requested in­ formation regarding SIU pension plan. Department delegates each reported disputed OT. Deck and steward delegates also reported other beefs. Next port: Boston. • S -i. • i: f •' •m -•'>.'• - J "W^- . 'X .'•' ••• 'mi. • •.. . ipr;; .K' '•. -frr: SEFTEMBER1992 SEAFARERS LOG SEA-LAND CO/V5t/M£/7 (SeaLand Service), July 26 — Chair­ man C. Heick, Secretary A. Delaney, Educational Director R. Howard, Steward Delegate F. Mallga. Deck delegate reported dis­ puted OT. Steward delegate reported beefs. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine delegate. Crew asked contracts department to look into discontinu­ ing permanent jobs. Next port: Oak­ land, Calif. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (SeaLand Service), July 20 — Chair­ man Berherena Benaia, Secretary N. Andrews, Education^ Director Bermeo Oswald, Deck Delegate Doug Hodges, Engine Delegate Roy Jackson, Steward Delegate Willie Grant No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: San Juan, P.R. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY(SeaLand Service), July 12 — Chair­ man Allan Rogers, Secretary Jose Colls, Steward Delegate O. Rios. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary reported new ice machine will be put on board in Elizabeth, N.J. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (SeaLand Service), July 19 — Chair­ man Bill Lougfh, Secretary E. Douroudous, Educational Director Robert Dehlbom. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Deck delegate thanked steward department for bar­ becue. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (SeaLand Service), July 19 — Chair­ man James Craine, Secretary Ronald Fluker, Educational Direc­ tor Sonny Acosta, Deck Delegate John DeBos, Engine Delegate Ber­ nardo Tapia, Steward Delegate George Lee. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), July 9 — Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary Nancy Heyden, Educa­ deberg School. Steward delegate tional Director Don Giacoma, reported disputed OT. No beefs or Deck Delegate Peter Bean, Engine disputed OT reported by deck or Delegate James Donohue, engine delegates. Steward Delegate Ruben Flel. Chairman thanked crew for smooth DSNS SILAS BENT{Mar Ship Operators), July 8 — Chairman R. trip. He reminded members to Vazquez, Secretary C. Tourere, write their senators and con­ gressmen and urge support of U.S.- Educational Director G. Millsap, flag shipping. He noted importance Engine Delegate W. Sylvester. Chairman reminded members to of SPAD and MDL. Educational submit photos to LOG. Deck director advised members to read Seafarers LOG and upgrade at Lun- delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deberg School. Treasurer noted engine or steward delegates. members will view videotapes which explain how to save money DSNS CHAUVENET{Mai Ship when purchasing a car and how to Operators), July 1 — Chairman obtain a mortgage. Deck delegate JeHFocardi, Secretary C. Nelson, reported beef. Engine delegate Educational Director A1 Matos, reported disputed OT. No beefs or Deck Delegate Jim Keevan, disputed OT reported by steward Steward Delegate Pam White. No delegate. Crew thanked galley beefs or disputed OT reported. On gang for making the ship an excel­ July 21, a group of high school stu­ lent feeder. dents and teachers sponsored by National Geographic Society came SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Seaaboard in Egypt to participate in Land Service), July 5 — Chairman simulated survey operation. Project T. Anderson, Secretary R. will be featured on TV and in an Armstrong, Educational Director upcoming issue of National Bo Francisco, Deck Delegate Geographic. George Fries. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or ^sputed DSNS PREVAIL (USMMI), July OT reported by deck or steward 5 — Chairman Carl Kriensky, delegates. Crew noted VCR needs Secretary M. Davidson, Education­ repair or replacement. Crew al Director Mike Everhart, Deck thanked steward department for job Delegate Steven Voss, Steward well done. Delegate Patrick Johnson. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY{SeaLand Service), July 12 — Chair­ DSNS PREVAIL (USMMI), July man D. Newman, Secretary P. 31 — Chairman Carl Kriensky, Laboy, Educational Director D. Secretary M. Davidson, Education­ Barber, Deck Delegate T. Cudal Director Mike Everhart, Deck dihy. Engine Delegate I. Manley. Delegate Steven Voss, Steward No b^fs or disputed OT reported. Delegate P. Johnson. No beefs or Crew gave vote of thanks to galley disputed OT reported. Crew gang. thanked galley gang for job well done. SENATOR (Crowley Caribbean Transport), July 6 — Chairman DSNS WVAMAf (Mar Ship George Walks, Secretary Paul Operators), July 9 — Chairman Stubblefield, Educational Director Steve Herring, Secretary D.St Jim Williams, Deck Delegate George, Educational Director R. Winston Dodson, Engine Delegate Clark, Deck Delegate Joseph Grif­ Curtis Lang, Steward Delegate fin, Engine Delegate Wesley Wise. Andre Keller. Secretary reminded Deck and steward delegates asked crew to have clean linen for re­ contracts department for clarifica­ placements. No beefs or disputed tions on various work duties. No OT reported. Crew thanked Chief beefs or disputed OT reported by Steward Stubblefield and his engine delegate. department. SEA-LAND SP/#?/T(Sea-Land Service), July 19 — Chairman Hayden GifTord, Secretary Steve Apodaca, Educational Director Charles Henley. Chairman ad­ vised members to write their senators and congressman and find out their activities related to maritime. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No reefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department or job well done. Next port: tlonolulu. SEA-LAND TRADER{Sea-Land Service), July 15 — Chairman M. Willis, Secretary G.R. Shirley, Educational Director M.Sabin. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary urged memters to donate to SPAD. Educational director ad­ vised members to upgrade at Lun- Houston Seafarers at the Ready in Last year, the Seq^rers LOG devoted several pages in the December issue to print holiday greetings from active and retired Seafarers^as well as their family members-—to friends, shipmates and loved ones. The feature was well received and, thus, the LOG is plaiming a similar feature this year. In 25 words or less (and in the to: OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), August 2 — Chairman J. Miller, Secretary C. Moss, Educational Director A. Bomhita, Engine Delegate Victor Bermudez, Steward Delegate K. Bragg. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received new VCR and new chairs and completed all repairs. OMI DYNACHEM{OMl Corp.), August 8 — Chairman Larry Kunc, Secretary Wayne Howard, Educational Director James Long. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. SEA-LAND PATRIOT{Sea-Land Service), August 2 — Chairman S. Evans, Secretary P. Schulz, Educa­ tional Director H. Bang. Education­ al director reminded all hands to watch safety movies and report any electrical problems. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew thanked Chief Cook R. Richardson and GSU S.Saeed for good work. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND RELIANCE{SeaLand Service), August 2 — Chair­ man R. McGonagle, Secretary D. Zuls, Educational Director L. Cook/Baker Leo Castro and Steward Assistant Americus Bell decide what's for dessert aboard the USNS Chauvenet. BryanL Deck Delegate R. Young, Engine Delegate C. Akers, Steward Delegate F. Ahdulla. Secretary urged members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Service), August 2 T— Chairman T. Murphy, Secretary M. Meany, Deck Del^ate Glom Christianson, Engine Delegate Mel Fo-gusmi. No' beefs or diqruted OT reported. USNS CHAUVENET{Mar Ship Operators), August 2 — Chairman JeffFocardi, Secretary C. Nelson, Educational Director A1 Matos, Deck Delegate Jim Keevan, Steward Delegate Louis Mercado. Steward delegate reported previous OT beef still unresolved. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Next port: Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Seafarers; i©# neatest printing possible), write the message in the space provided below. All (legible) greetings that are written in the holiday spirit will be incllided in the Decemter 1992 issue of the Seafarers LOG, if they are received in time. The deadline for receipt of the holid^messages is Friday, Novem­ ber13.1^.S^ thernby rnail totte Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, 20746. After November 1, facsimile copies will be accepted The fax number is (301) 899-7355. Forms also may be filled out in any union hall and turned in to the official at the counter—or may be given to the boarding patrolman at a Vessel's payoff. ' (3icdk the block which describes your statoS • Active (teafarer " - GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), August 2 — Chairman Pete Loik, Secretary J. Gonzales, Educational Director H. Smith. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman and crew thanked Chief Steward Juan Gonzalez, Chief Cook David Valle and GSUs Trinidad Sanchez and Miguel Collazo for splendid job. Frofli;. irkl;' % What's Cooking? " pi mi} PFC. DEWAYNE T. WILLIAMS (Amsea), July 6 — Chairman Alvin McCants, Secretary S. Avallone, Educational Director F. Jaworski, Deck Delegate Donnie Collins. Deck delegate asked con­ tracts department for clarification on ammo pay. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Honolulu. Supplying a recently docked Sea-Land vesselIn Houston are, from the left, J. Zepeda. L. Zepeda, G. Rodriguez, J. Rodriguez, E. Zepeda, R. Ylwrra and R. Zepeda. Seafarer lU: , V. Q fhinily Member of Adivc <Sc»fiiiei' • family Member of Send your gineting to the 5eq/brers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Canm Spings, MD 20746v The greeting should hdieceivedaltbeLOGQfficebyRriday.November 13,1992. ^ 9A2 �•. .'.-V • (•; '.'!X^' ','"• .'•"'• • j/';^'^i •-*v.> "" •sasw* SEFTEMBER1992 SBVAmRSLOG 23 DeSteiguer Crew Credits Steward Martin's Teamwork Step aboard the USNS DeSteiguer and all that can be heard is how good the crew is, how well everyone gets along and what a wonderful vessel the oceanographic survey ship is. Those words resonate from Captain Wayne Conroy to the civilian researchers working on board. When asked why, all point to the galley gang headed by Chief Steward Morris Martin as what holds the vessel together. "Although everybody on here is a hard worker, without a doubt the steward department is our best [department]," Conroy told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG who visited the ship, operated by Mar Ship Operators, in San Diego recently^ "The union keeps send- steward Assistant Thomas Route straightens the mess after breakfast. AB Sean Rafferty heads for the Watching over engineroom operaing us good people. deck on another detaii. tions is OMU Robert J. Mulvaney. Like a Family OMU Rick Grosso, a • graduate of Lundebefg School trainee class 148, noted upon his return to the DeSteiguer, "It's great to be on board. It's like ^ family on here." Martin attributes the success in the galley to "the top notch crew we have at all times." Since Martin first signed on as chief steward in 1987, the DeSteiguer consistently has earned top marks from the Military Sealift Com­ mand for its steward department. Although happy with its latest grade of 98, Chief Cook Cecil Husted said the crew was disap­ pointed to not receive a perfect 100. "We know we're that good and that's what we strive for." . - •:v;. ,-.r '}y.. /•• •'h[ • Working Together In training new crewmembers oni how to work in his department, Morris Martin preaches the "little I and big U" theory. "There is no me or I; it's only us and we. We work with them and they work with us." One galley member who sails with Martin when he can is Steward Assistant Thomas Route. A graduate of Lundeberg School trainee class 417 (Fall 1987), Route praised Martin as a man who has taught him a lot about sailing. "Every time I come aboard I learn something new from him," Route said. Bosun Sidney Whitaker shouts or- Signing in visitors aboard the De- AB Brian McCaulliffe assists with Wiper Ken Route cleans up in the SA Donical Caldas sports a cap ders from above. Sfe/gueris AB Jim Souci. loading equipment on the crane, engineroom. noting her assignment. «• - /f'-. �WP? 24 SEFTEMBER1992 SEAFARERS LOG Final Departuf^s DEEP SEA • '•'^fJ '.'• ' M::' ''• ' ' • ' ' HERBERT CHATTOM Pensioner Herbert Chat torn, 65, passed away July 29. The Alabama na­ tive joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Chat. torn sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1946. Brother Chattom retired in June 1984. FRED CLOPTON Pensioner Fred Clopton 94, died July 1. A native of Pensacola, Ra., he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Clopton sailed in the engine department. He began receiving his pension in August 1973. ''j'-r'i'- department. He last shipped in 1977. GEORGE LAFLEUR George Lafleur, 63, passed away July 11. He was bom in Louisiana and in 1951 joined the union in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Lafleur sailed in the steward depart­ ment. THOMAS MAHER Thomas Maher, 81, died June 6. He joined the SIU in 1946 in his native New York. Brother Maher sailed in the engine department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1975. Sf- ,;• 'M& Minn, and in 1958 graduated from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York. Brother Otremba sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. JOSEPH RICHARDSON Joseph Richardson, 19, passed away October 25, 1991. The native of Mis­ sissippi graduated from the Lun­ deberg School in 1990. Brother Richardson sailed in the engine department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1991. SAMMY ROGAMOS Pensioner Sammy Rogamos, 88, died June 12. He was bom in the Philip­ pine Islands and in 1956 joined the union in the port of San Francisco. Brother Rogamos sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in October 1968. JAMES MANNING James Man­ ning, 49, passed away October 24. A native of Washington, D.C.he joined the RICHARD CUMMINGS Seafarers in Pensioner 1967 in the port of New York. Richard Cum Brother Manning sailed in the deck mings, 88, department. He served in the U.S. passed away EDMOND SAHUQUE July 12. Bom Navy from 1964 to 1966. Pensioner Edin St. Paul, LUIS MEDINA mond SahuMinn., he 75, que, Pensioner Luis Medina, 81, died joined the passed away union in 1943 July 21. Bom in Puerto Rico, he July 9. He joined the SIU in 1948 in the port in the port of Philadelphia. Brother joined the of New York. Brother Medina Cummings sailed in the deck in Seafarers engine department. He sailed in the department. He served in the U.S. 1942 in his na­ began receiving his pension in Navy from 1925 to 1930. He tive New Or­ Janiiaiy 1980. retired in January 1968. leans. Brother Sahuque sailed in GOMERSINDO OTERO the steward department. He retired JOSEPH DECHALUS in July 1976. Pensioner Pensioner Gomersindo Joseph DeCHARLES THORPE Otero, 83, Chalus, 77, Pensioner passed away died Novem­ Charles June 26. He ber 7, 1991. Thorpe, 64, joined the The native of died June 25. SIU as a Brooklyn, The Min­ charter mem­ N.Y. joined nesota native ber in 1938 in the Marine joined the lis native Puerto Rico. Brother Cooks and Stewards in 1942. SIU in 1959 Otero sailed in the engine depart­ Brother DeChalus retired in June in the port of ment. He retired in January 1972. 1968 before that union merged Baltimore. Brother Thorpe sailed with the AGLIWD. He is survived MARTIN O'TOOLE in the steward department. He by his wife, Mary. upgraded at the Lundeberg School Pensioner in 1980. He served in the U.S. Martin O'ALEJANDRO DENULLY Army from 1944 until 1949. Toole, 65, Pensioner Alejandro DeNully, 75, Brother Thorpe retired in Septem­ died July 30 passed away June 22. A native of ber 1986. due to a heart the Philippine Islands, he joined attack. A na­ the Marine Cooks and Stewards in JOHNVIEIRA tive of Bal­ 1972 in the port of San Francisco, Pensioner John Vieira, 81, passed timore, he before that union merged with the away June 14. Bom in British joined the AGLIWD. Brother DeNully began Guiana, he joined the Seafarers in Seafarers in 1955 in the port of receiving his pension in January 1948 in the port of New York, Seattle. Brother O'Toole sailed in 1983. irother Vieira sailed in the steward the engine department. He began department. He began receiving his receiving his pension in October DOMENICDISANTO pension in October 1970. 981. Domenic Disanto, 68, died July 6. He joined the SIU in his native MANUEL PINTO EDWARD WICAK Boston in 1956. Brother Disanto Pensioner 'ensioner Edward Wicak, 81, died sailed in the deck department. Manuel Pinto, July 10. He was bom in PhiladelHUGH HALLMAN 89, died July )hia and in 1942 joined the SIU in 6. Bom in le port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Pensioner Hugh Hallman, 79, India, he Wicak sailed in the engine depart­ passed away June 30. Bom in At­ joined the ment. He retired in June 1976. lanta, he joined the Seafarers in SIU in 1947 1941 in the port of New York. in the port of Brother Hallman sailed in the en­ ALFRED WILSON Philadelphia. gine department. He retired in Pensioner Irother Pinto sailed in the deck Febmary 1975. Alfred Wil­ department. He retired in Septem­ son, 72, ber 1968. PAUL KENT passed away Paul Kent, 40, died July 5. The July 10. A na­ ALFRED OTREMBA New York native graduated from tive of Savan­ the Lundeberg School in 1973. Alfred Otremba, 59, passed away nah, Ga., he uly 31. He was bom in Hillman, Brother Kent sailed in the steward joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1958 in the port of New York, before that union merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Wilson sailed in the steward department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1981. Brother Wilson retired in September 1981. INLAND LEWIS BELL Pensioner Lewis Bell, 64, died May 29. Bom in Butler Coun­ ty, Pa., he joined the union in 1976 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Bell sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1946. Boatman Bell began receiv­ ing his pension in August 1989. KENNETH COLEMAN Kenneth Coleman, 62, died July 11. The native of Nederland, Texas joined the union in 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Coleman sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953. JOHNDERRICKSON Pensioner John Derrickson, 80, ' passed away July 28. He was bom in Delaware and in 1961 joined the union in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Derrickson sailed in the deck department He retired in March 1974. densburg, N.Y., he joined the union in 1954 in the port of Buf­ falo. Boatman Murray sailed in the deck department. He began receiv­ ing his pension in August 1974. REESE PARKS Pensioner Reese Parks, 85, passed away July 20. A native of Maryland, he joined the union in 1956 in.the port of Baltimore. Boat­ man Parks sailed in the engine department. He retired in Novem­ ber 1974. GEORGE WILLIAMSON Pensioner George Williamson, 71, died July 12. Bom in North Carolina, he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Williamson sailed in the deck department. He retired in August 1985. GREAT LAKES DAVID BAILEY David Bailey, 51, passed away June 10. He was bom in Port Huron, Mich, and in 1985 joined the Seafarers in the port of Algonac, Mich. Brother Bailey sailed in the engine depart­ ment. ROBERT GARTMAN Pensioner Robert Gartman, 68, died July 16. A native of Sheboygen, Wis., he joined the union in 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Gartman sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1943 to 1946. Brother Gartman began receiving his pen­ sion in August 1988. ROBERT KELLER Pensioner Robert Keller, RAILROAD MARINE 68, died July 17. He joined BERNARD KEARNS the union in Pensioner Ber­ 1956 in his na­ tive Bal­ nard Keams, timore. 74, passed Boatman away July 15. Keller sailecf in the deck depart­ Bom in Jer­ ment. He began receiving his pen­ sey City, N.J., sion in June 1984. he joined the union in 1963 in the port of FRANKLIN MURRAY New York. Brother Keams sailed Pensioner Franklin Murray, 86, in the deck department. He retired passed away May 17. Bom in Ogin May 1968. Former NY Official Pete Loleas Dies at 82 Retired SIU official Pete Loleas died of can­ cer on August 21. He was 82. Brother Loleas, a Philadelphia native, joined the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of Boston. Sailing on European runs, often aboard Liberty Ships, he developed a reputation as "one of our better stewards," said Angus "Red" Campbell, retired SIU vice presi­ dent contracts, who shipped with Loleas during the late 1940s. "I never met anybody who had a bad word about Pete. He was a good shipmate." In 1959, Loleas began working with Leon Hall on the SIU's food plan program. Then, in 1965, he became a port official in the port of New York. Brother Loleas held several positions there during sub­ sequent years before he retired as a patrolman in 1979. "Pete always helped the mem­ bers and always had nice things to say," recalled Jack Caffey, SIU Vice President Atlantic Coast. "Personally, he was very instmmental in teaching me." George McCartney, SIU vice president West Coast, who also sailed and worked with Loleas, described him as "very active and reliable. He will be missed." �: r -sv' '^i-5vi''- •' •> SEPTEMBER 1992 -'•T^~--'-v-.'-»',-<:'*'J- ;-< SEAFARERS LOB 25 Lundeberg School Graduating Classes i • > •r Fireman, Oiler, Watertender—^Working their way up the engine department ratings are (from left, front row) Paul Pagano, Kevin Hartley, John Becker, Rey De La Cruz, Kelly McDonald, Chris Snow, Daniel Rhodes, (second row) Clyde McArn, Ron Micklos, Frank Mannino, Larry Carranza, Daniel Krause, David Seabrook, Stoney Hardy, Sean Grace, (third row) John Carr (instructor). Tommy Gainey, Cliff Fleming, Matthew Ditullio, Clifton Simoneaux IV, Thomas Hooper, Trent Sterling, David Jonassen, David Decker, Bob Flesey, Loring Callwood, (fourth row) Lance Kuster, Howard Hendra, Brian Sailer, Kenny Thomas, Timothy Smith, William Summers, Marc Poniatowski and Charles Parson. Upgraders Lifeboat—Members of the July 28 graduating class receiving their lifeboat endorsements are (from left, kneeling) Patti Ballance, Beverly Briley, (second row) Omar Hassan, Robert Lamaestra, James Prado and Jim Moore (instructor). • '-r.'' '' '• v' QMED—Graduating from the July 31 QMED class are (from left, front row) Dennis Riley, Karl Friebel Jr., Chuck Thompson Jr., Bobby Rice Jr., Sellers Brooks, Jeffrey Gelin, Milton Greene Jr., (second row. kneeling) Samuel Addo, Miguel Rullan, Roy Taylor, Jim Lloyd, Verbu Nix, Thomas Thompson, (standing) rtlaronoo Qnntt Steven Qtawan Hoskins, MncUine Brendan RranHan McDonald, MoHnnalH rnnraH I an Eric Prir« Forstensen, Pnrefoncan Frank PranU Marln/a Clarence Scott, Conrad Lau, Markva, Gerald Daley, Steve Goss, Joseph Letang, Dan Taggart, Robert Muscato, Beau Ratliff, Gordon Bernloehr, Gregory Derry, Charley Tuna" Cantor, Chris Zubowicz, Eugene McKinny and Bruce Auman. ' Marine Electronics Technician II—Successfully com. electronics technician class on Julv 28 are ffrom piBling 106 manne eieCircmiCS leCOniCian CiaSS On JUiy are ^IrOm left) Edmond Hawkins, Robert Farmer, Christopher Barry, Scott Morris and Mark Rainess. -J. ;.'...----,'ii,^ili:. - • v'ti::®!;- 'i' i^'^'iV'' M'- I Oil Spill Containment—Mastering the course of instruction in oil spill containment and cleanup are (from left, kneeling) Casey Taylor (instructor), Otto Borden, Fereuza Gifford, Anthony Douglas, John D'Alessiandro, Bryon Jameson, Frederick Lau, (second row) Grant Jones, Mark Hayes, Lawrence Neslein, Jeffrey Robinson, G. Morrison, Obaid H. AN, Chris Stringer, Warren Barroner, Pascasio "Paco" Rivera, (third row) James McCarthy, Kenneth Myers, Kim Brown, Joe Carson, Barron Jackson, Jim Shaffer (instructor) and Fred Cintorino Jr. Hydraulics—Completing the hydraulics class on July 15 are (from left, kneeling) Tom Flynn, Joseph Jay Arnold, Jorge Bonelli, John Kelly, (second row) Ed Sacks, Bob Rudd, James Clement, Tony Ripoll, Bill Foley (instructor) and Wayne Gonsalves. 'A'- : • 4 Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat endorsements, members of the July 15 graduating class are (from left, front row) Ahmed Alaidaroos, Winston Marchman, Nasir Isa, David Vega, Stanley Stewart, David Penney, (second row) Ben Cusic (instructor), Robert Tree" Triano, Mercurion Abuan, Michael Noodt, Keith Williams, Mahmood Tahir, (third row) Anthony Nagy, Shane Blechle, Olav Pederson, Greg Alstrom and Bill Hahn. Refrigerated Containers - Advanced Maintenance Graduating from the four-week course are (from left, kneeling) Dave Plumb, John Wong, Alberto Garcia, (second row) Eric Malzkuhn (instmctor), Sheldon Greenberg, Lawrence Holbert, Michael Novak. Robert "Beamer" Stancavage and Donald Morgan. •/ - •i !.• ' •••rv, . • ,• ''"- ''.'I �•••'M 26 sBAfwaa^ue Know Your Rights t 4; •: ^•4.' S . • .¥:', ti-r'!;-- FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SlU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ trict makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership's money and union finances. The con­ stitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretarytreasurer. A yearly finance commit­ tee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may makedissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are ad­ ministered in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of union and management repre­ sentatives and their alternates. All expenditures and disbursements of trust funds are made only upon ap­ proval by a majority of the trustees. All trust fund financial records are available at the headquarters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and ''p- ' - r I k * •, • ^ 7O •. - ?• SSnBHBBt 1992 . the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by cer­ tified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is; Augustin Teliez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at al^l times, either by writing directly to thie union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a mem­ ber believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SlU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any ar­ ticle serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, of­ ficer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by mem­ bership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the executive board of the union. The executive board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given siich receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is r^uired to make a payment and is given an official receipt, but feels that he or she should not have been re­ quired to make such payment, this should immediately be report^ to iinion headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are av^able in all union halls. All mem­ •': bers should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other mem­ ber or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitu­ tional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with char­ ges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify head­ quarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All mem­ bers are guaranteed equal rights in employment and as members of the SIU. These rights are clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts which the union has negotiated with the employers. Con­ sequently, no member may be dis­ criminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its process are used to further its objects and pur­ poses including, but not limited to, furthering the political. Social and economic interests of maritime workers; the preservation and fur­ thering of the American merchant marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boat­ men and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a con­ tribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the mem­ ber should notify the Seafarers Inter­ national Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribu­ tion for investigation and ap­ propriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and fur­ ther his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated,or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. '. ..^T, i''.' •: I"- Lundeberg School Graduating Classes •'J-'-.' •• j»4,,::v' :-. • -• 'Mimi m-.-- Shiphandling Simulator—Successfully completing the shiphandling simulator course on July 8 are (from left, front row) Dan Carman, Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Jessie Hoimes (computer operator). Ken Steiner, (second row) Ron Mercer, Joe Young, Rick Pater, Marc Tayior and Joe Braun. Diesel Engine Technology—^After course compietion, certification in diesei engine technology was awarded to (from left, kneeling) John "J.C." Wiegman (instruc­ tor), Crescencio Suazo, Frank Boiton, (second row) Frank Bakun, Joe Stores, Adolfo Schuitze, Ken Stratton, Nathan Hollander, Andrew Lopez and Angelo Persica. Not pictured is Brian Sengelaub. Trainee Lifeboat Class 501—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 501 are (from left, kneeling, front row) Philiip Morris, Robert Nelson, Efrain Santana, Anne Carlson, Stephen Bowles, Chad Westover, Timothy Pugh, (second row) Plese Russ, Napoleon Foster, Chris Edyvean, Norman Williams, (third row) Charles Donley, Lichecta Butler, Troy Mitchell, Joe Ford, Tom Graves, Theodore Brahms, Rodney Passapera-Barbosa, Thomas Brown, Danny Hoskins, Jason Rutrough and Tim Duggan. �•'i .••.•••'• •. 'V ' > •' •' •.-.'. •"•V.'-.''.- -vvj" ;-,• SBTBHIBBR1992 SEAFARERSLOG 27 rm'T' I WNDBBERCSCimL 1992-93WmDIHemURSESeilHHa£ .. • Course Able Seaman Check-In .Date^ M.. bh«'ehibeir9 Noveiiilierl Februaiy 15 November 16 January 11 Octobers January 18 January 4 Gbdober26 Radar OI»erver Unlindted Celestial Navigatioh Third Mate Tankerman Check-In Date Course 4 ' ' October 12 October 26 February 15 October 12 October 26 November 9 November 23 December? January 4 February 1 October 20 January 19 ' '' ' • Lifeboatman V .V'-. ^ : J Basic/Advanced Fire Fighting November 13 February 26 November 20 January 15 October 30 February 12 April 16 November 20 Deep Sea MemberD (Zip Code) Completion Date Ail open-ended (contact adnilasioil|i office for starting dates) All open-ended OsonhMd adgiiEfi^^ <dflce for starting dates) 'X, . I... Lakes Membo'D Monlh/Day/Year _L (Area Code) Inland Waters MemberD r January 4 October 19 January 18 CKdober 26 February 1 November 9 January 4 November 23 October 12 January 4 February 15 February 12 Deramber 11 Match 12 December 4 March 12 December 18 January 29 December 18 November 6 January 29 March 12 mmSf' W'mI,;:.: t .J / -J : J. • • r-- • v> (: ^ V : / ®-i® I^MunEducatfonSchadula The following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School. Please contact die admissions office for enrollment information. Check-In Completion Course Date Date High School Equivalency (GED) All open-ended (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) admissions office for starting English as a Second Language (ESL) dates) . f-.'. p. -• .-i' -r •• 'I-.,:' CoUegaPmgram SchaOula for 1992 FULL 8-week sessions October 26 DeoOmber 18 With this application COPIES of yourdischarges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the coursefs) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s)you have taken and completed The Amissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE • r- ':x:.K. PacificD If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Book# S(x:ial Security #. . Department Seniority U.S. Citizen: •Yes • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held •Ves Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from to. Last grade of school completed •Yes Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? •Yes If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? •Yes GNO Firefighting:G Yes GNO CPR:GYes Date available for training ^^ Primary language spoken ; .1 ^ '^S • __ October 16 October 30 February 19 bct<d)er23 November 6 November 20 December 4 December 18 January 15 February 12 October 30 January 29 .Telephone _L - is" Refrigeration Malnt. & Operations Marine l^ectronics—Technician I Marine Electronics—^Technicanll Basic Electronics Hydraulics Welding Date of Birth (Stale) • Pumproom Maint. & Operations Marfaie pectrical Mhlotenanro Completion Date (Middle) (Street) (CSty) Check-In Date Check-In Completion Course Date Ihite QMED-Any Rating January 4 March 26 October 26 December 4 Janiiary 4 Febnmiy 12 A^U students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. UPOUUmGAPPUCAmN (First) Course Asidfii^ Cook^ Cotdta^Bai^ ' DecemberiS March 12 • Name. (L«t) Address rcfj-i 'v.,J Date SaMySpedaHyComM ^ March 8 : • -J. Ship Handling . ^ Coniiiletion Date Slmm^UpgntlhigCoun^ Chief Cooky Chief Steward Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. Oil Spill Preventionand Containment Check-In Date February 1 Course Steward Reeertification The following is the current course schedule for classes beginning between October 1992 and February 1993 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All progr^s are geared to improve job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-—in times of conflict—the nation's security. DNO GNO •No GNO SIGNATURE. I am interested in the following conrsefs) checked below or indi­ cated here if not listed DECK AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master InspectedTowing Vessel D Towboat Operator Inland D Celestial Navigation n Simulator Course • • D Q D J>ATE • Marine Electrical Maintenance D Pumproom Maintenance & Operation D Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology Q Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel D Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor Q RefrigeratedContainers Advanced Maintenance D Electro-Hydraulic Systems Q Automation D Hydraulics D Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS' O Welding G Lifeboatman (must be taken with another course) G Oil Spill Prevention & Contairunent G G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program ((JED) Developmental Studies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABEmSL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility ENGINE • Cook and Baker • FOWT • ChiefCook D QMED—Any Rating COLLEGE PROGRAM G Chief Steward • Variable V (UIUUIC OUCCU Spe^ DC L/V., L'llVC Drive —_ , G Degree • Systems (Marine Electronics) U Towboat Inland Cook U Associates in Arts Degre Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present origiiui receipts and succeasftiiiy pleic the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point RETURN COMPLETED APPUCATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center, P.O. Bos 7S. Piney Point, MD 20674. 9/92 ' • 'A • . •>. '• . 'S- �r_-r^rtT>..-,^-;ur-. V-^-,. .v..." . • SXAEtStEMtS • r Where will you be In December for the holidays? i>i' j' ' if ^ y.J: Volume 54, Number 9 September 1992 Whether at sea or ashore, Seafarers can send holiday messages to their loved ones through the LOG. See page 22. Nelson Tells of Chauvenet's Final Year : !•<' ,.•: •-, •<:WS^, l>", ISp-:}: it • . r;.„. Vi'f 'j'-' - Editor's note: OS Carl Nelson was not a particularly pleasant ex­ wrote thefollowing articlefor the perience. The harsh Muslim laws Seafarers LOG. It recounts the are strictly enforced; as a precau highlights for Nelson and other tion against any laws bein crewmembers during a year broken, the American embass aboard the USNS Chauvenet and Omani government restrictec each crewmember from going to After more than 20 years of ser­ any hotels and also established vice, the SlU-crewed USNS midnight curfew. Chauvenet this month will be When the survey work arounc decommissioned in Gulfiport, Miss Muscat was finished, we sailed For the past two years, the the southern end of Oman. The Chauvenet has been mapping the area we charted is small, so most waters of the Middle East. It is of the time it felt like we were unique ship in that it has three going in circles. (The Chauvenet separate crews: crewmembers itself is used to survey, as are the from Mar Ship Operators,, Navy special survey boats we carry.) personnel and civilian scientists In late February, we had from the Naval Oceanographic frightening but unpreventable ex­ Office. The mix makes for very perience. While part of the crew few dull moments and teaches was recovering a survey boat, people the value of teamwork. shackle on the forward lifting The Chauvenet's final year block snapped. The 12-ton boat Among the USNS Chauvenet crewmembers' experiences in 1992 were a whale mistaking the ship for started with mapping the coast of crashed onto the deck and went another whale, a fisherman attacked by a camel, and sun/eying the coast of Oman. The USNS Chauvenet Muscat, Oman. We spent twowill be decommissioned this month after 20 years of service. and-a-half months there, and it over the side—taking the rear davit arm along. Thankfully sharks are several times the size cause of a cash shortage. So, les Fincher, Chief Cook there were no injuries. of the fishermen. Chief Engineer Joe Wilson anc Gregory Johnson, Cook and Several days later, a salvage During one hot morning, First Assistant Engineer Dave Baker Andre Johnson, Second ship arrived to remove the boat fisherman showed up with his Lyons began collecting dona­ Cook Robert Wright and ACU arm wrapped and dripping blood tions. In one day, the civilian D. Fenimore. .. The 12-ton boat We were certain a shark had bit­ crew collected $2,300 among The SA complement was crashed onto the deck ten him. After the deck crew got themselves, which was donated made up by Sandra Evans, Arand went over the side.. the wounded man aboard anc to Project Marco Polo. turo Lopez, Earle Boykin, 4avy corpsman Greg Peck hac Our visitors were relieved to Bryan Nixon, Tyrone Johnson, from our side. Two divers were sewn his arm together with nearly get on board after being harassed Angel Corchado, Eusehio Mensecuring a strap around the bow 40 stitches, our second cook in- by the beggars and thieves around dez, Stanley Ellis, Bruce when a 20-foot, baby whale shark brmed us that the poor fellow Egypt. From there, everything Ryhak, Americos BeU, James swam for a close-up view of the lad been attacked by his cahiel. went smoothly. The participants, Francis, Louis Mercado and Another of our favorite tales whose favorite stop was Greece, Monica Woods. operation. The animal provec rom Madrakah is about said the project was a smashing harmless. success. lumpback whale that must have A month later, after a long stay in port at Dubai, the Chauvenet confused our then barnacle- ...SO the kids could see was in southern Oman again. On covered hull with a friend. The This month marks the end shore, just a few miles from the whiale swam back and forth under the sights, the civilian the ship for several minutes, then of the line for the USNS crew collected $2,300... survey area was the tiny, isolated rubbed his side on the port quarter Chauvenet. After more than village of Madrakah. Most of its while spraying us spectators. 20 years of service, the SIUresidents are fishermen, and at We also received a letter from When the Madrakah survey crewed vessel will be decom­ one time or another each of them Gilbert Grosveno, president of visited us. We were able to com­ was complete, Captain Jerry the National Geographic Society. missioned in its home port of municate through GUDE Abdula ^ucks and Navy Commanding It reads in part, "It is obvious that Gulfport, Miss. For the past two-and-a-half Quaraish and Second Cook Officer Kathy Garcia allowed all the USNS Chauvenet is a proud Abdo Eljabmi, both of whom hands to throw a beach party, ship, and I am delighted that the years, the Chauvenet surveyed complete with barbecue, Vol- participants in this year's Project the waters of the Persian Gulf, speak Arabic. About every other day, the eyball and rock-and-roll. It was a Marco Polo will have the added A Navy research vessel fishermen would come alongside much-appreciated break. advantage of working and ob­ operated by Mar Ship On the morning of July 4, the to show us their catch, which al­ serving such spirited and Operators, the Chauvenet has Chauvenet puUed into foga crew comprised of merchant ways was sharks. The fishermen motivated professionals. OS Carl "Rusty" Nelson poses on catch them so they can export the covered Dubai for the last time. "Thank you for your commit­ mariners. Navy personnel and deck with baby black fin shark. Tom there, we set sail for Port tails and fins, and some of those ment to the education of our civilian scientists from the Suez, Egypt, to pick up a group of American youth." Naval Oceanographic Centre J.S. high school students and in Mississippi. Among other Rota, Spain is the last stop for teachers who were participating the Chauvenet before she makes things, the Navy personnel use in a National Geographic Society her final voyage home to echo-sounding and sonar to >rogram known as Project Marco Gulfport. Civilian and military survey the ocean floor and col­ The National Center for pounds, with blonde hair and 'olo. There were 46 people in the alike, we all havo worked lect data to be used for updat­ Missing and Exploited blue eyes. group, including 15 students, 20 together and tried to make the ing maps. Anyone having information Children has asked the teachers and 11 National Chauvenet a sparkling example The 388-foot ship also car­ Seafarers International Union about this case should contact Geographic staff. ries several smaller surveying of what can be accomplished to assist them in locating Fal­ the Center at (800) 843-5678 or lliis portion of the program craft, which the Chauvenet con Blake Kriegsman, an 8- the Chicago (111.) Police through teamwork. consisted of a one-week trip. launches and recovers. SIU members aboard the year-old boy from Chicago, 111. Department's Missing Persons The Chauvenet arrived in Chauvenet during its final year Missing since October 6, Unit at (312) 744-8200. the Persian Gulf shortly after 1988, the child was abducted include: Bosun Jeff Focardi, .. a humpback whale Iraq's invasion of Kuwait as by his non-custodial mother, ABs Paula Plaisance, Joe must have confused the part of the U.S. Navy fleet Clarette Edlyn Kriegsman, Smoler, James Keevan, Jon ship with a friend... alias Clarette Frank. At the Williams and Jimmy Smith, working with the amphibious DSs Nelson, Thomas Sneed and landing forces during Opera­ time of his disappearance, the leginning at the Suez Canal and Jimmy Smith, Purser June Per- tion Desert Storm. blonde-haired, blue-eyed boy Captain Jerry Lucks told ending in Greece. It gave students nsini. Storekeeper Vicki was 3 ft. 6 in. tall and weighed an opportunity to witness how the Jarnhart and QMED Brett Pur­ the Gulf News, an English-lan­ 45 pounds. His hair may have guage newspaper which ship is operated and how the vis. been dyed red since his abduc­ covers happenings in the Per­ avy conducts oceanographic re­ Other SIU crewmembers were tion. sian Gulf, that the Chauvenet search. A felony warrant for abduc­ JMUs Anthony Bonin, Michael will either be scrapp^, sold to Earlier, in June, we learned tion has been issued for his ^tt and Richard Larsen, a university as a training ship that these kids would miss many non-custodial mother who is GUDEs Robert Howell and Jose or sold to a foreign country. Falcon Blake Kriegsman ghts in Egypt and Greece be­ 37 years old, 5 ft. 5 in. tall, 110 Rodriguez, Chief Steward Char- USHS Chauvenet To Decommission Help Find This Missing Child � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seafarers Log Issues 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993; Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource September 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES CONGRES FACES FULL MARITIME AGENDA WHEN IT RETURNS TO D.C. THIS MONTH AFL-CIO SEES LOSS OF 500,000 JOBS IN NEW TRADE THE ‘BROTHERHOOD OF THE SEA’ MOVED TO SEA CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE REVIEWS NOMINATIONS FOR AGLIWD BALLOT GENTRY MOORE DIES AT 67; WAS SAN FRANCSICO PATROLMENT SUBIC BAY U.S. NAVAL OPERATIONS MOVE TO GUAM, SINGAPORT, JAPAN RESCUES BY NAME MSCPAC VESSELS SAVE TWO MARINER’S LIVES PRO-RUNAWAY TRADE PACT GOES BEOFRE GONGRESS SIU CREWS PFEIFFER; NEW, U.S.-BUILT CONTAINERSHIP SEAFARERS LAUNCH DONATION DRIVE GENERAL JOHNSON RETIRES; OVERSAW TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS IN GULF WAR TOP PERFORMANCE AWARDS GO TO 7 MCSPAC SHIPS VICE ADM. BUTCHER DIES; SOUGHT STRONG U.S. FLEET CAPT. L. M. PIVONKA TO HEAD MSCPAC MSC COMMANDER DONOVAN RETIRES; KALLERES NAMED SUCCESSOR PANEL APPROVES CREDENTIALS OF CANDIDATES FOR 27 UNION POSTS MURMANSK MEDAL EVOKES ICY MEMORIES RUSSIAN MEDALS TO WWIII SEAMEN FINALLY ISSUES SEAFARER CASSIDY MAKES A ‘PITCH’ OF A LIFETIME AB SOMERVILLE’S DAUGHTER WINS WASH. KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS INDY WAIT STAFF ENJOYS DIVERSE DUTIES AMERICAN REPUBLIC CREW IS USED TO LOTS OF DOCKING IN TIGHT SPACES BRETON CREW HAILED AS ‘DESERT DIAMOND’ QMED PRAISES PLESS GALLEY GANG MV GIANELLA IN HISTORIC MISSION CARRIER FUELING AT SEA IS ‘FLAWLESS’ SIU-CREWED ERNA ELIZABETH PAVED THE WAY FOR CIVILIAN UNREP OPERATIONS DIANNE LUPTON-THE REAL ESTATE SAILOR INDY WAIT STAFF ON THE GO WITH SAFETY AND SERVICES DUTIES DESTEIGUER CREW CREDITS STEWARD MARTIN’S TEAMWORK NELSON TELLS OF CHAUVENET’S FINAL YEAR Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Paul Hall Maritime Library Microfilm 1939-1993 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 09/1/1992 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 54, No. 9 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Type The nature or genre of the resource Text 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log