“These two old dames keep looking - who did not have to put pebbles ~ tor continued: ‘famous geneltman’s name I have Hello Boys! I guess you fellows enjoyed your holiday. I am using the singular form because I know some who made just one continuous day of it. I seen a few of the boys pre- form the New Year's dance. I was going to mention some of those whiskers and comment on some of the outstanding builders of the IWA. Unfortunately I only made an appearance at this classic. You see I was indisposed and only at the last minute did I recuperate enough to convince myself that I must not miss the dance, I finally battled my way in and proceeded to wiggle a bottle of beer to my mouth and managed to gargle a few swallows. Right then I hear a couple of old girls next to me say- ing, “Look at that poor old fellow there, He must have St. Vitus’ dance or something.” I'll admit I was a bit nervous and shaky, but not from too much-liquor, so much as for lack of a drink at the time. at me and commenting on my looks. To tell you the truth they had nothing to brag about, You could not have spoiled their looks if you had combed their faces with a broken bottle. About that time my stomach began to feel funny so T had to leave that “glorious clas- sic,” the Loggers’ Ball. I recuperated enough to attend the convention, As your columnist you will want me to give you the high spot of the meeting. Well, boys, I never brag but the climax of the convention came when a let- ter of greeting I sent you boys was read. The letter was held until your president, H. Pritchett, thought best to introduce it. It happened to be after two hours of reading resolutions. The presi- dent quictly asks the meeting for its attention: “Brothers and Sis- ters,” he says. “At this time I have to inform you that in our midst is a mysterious character— strange sort of fellow—who, for years has chosen to work under cover.” At this time you could have heard a mouse trot across the floor. Everyone present glared at one another. The International officers who up to that time were half tired, waked up and antici- pated the exposure of some provoc- ative, But no, President Pritchett, in his mouth to become an ora- “Ladies and Gentle- ‘men, while I can’t tell you this here a letter addressed to the con- ‘vention under his nom-de-plume , Shipyard Workers, Lab-| meet your friends at the REX CAFE Ltd. Where All Union People Eat HOME OF TASTY MEALS n House J. Mirras, Mgr. HASTINGS — PAc. 6741) THE B.C. LUMBER WORKER January 11, 1943 The annual meeting of the Ladysmith Sub-Local 1-80 held on Tuesday, Dec. 15, elected the following officers for the coming year: President, John Atkinson; three vice-presidents, Ernie Pick- ard and Paul Parta; financial secretary, James Gilchrist; re- cording secretary, John Ulinder; conductor, Alex Brown; warden, Wm. Haddow; three trustees, Jeff Davis, Wm. Miller, and John Tangvik. : In reporting on the progress made in the past year the officers listed the following as the major achievements: The concluding of an agreement with the Comox Logging Co., whose employees are membets of the Ladysmith Sub- Local; the successful drive for the installation of the modern X-ray machine in the Ladysmith Hospi- tal; assisting Local 1-80 in success- fully organizing the following mills: The V.l.&M. Sawmill at Chemanius, the Hillcrest Lumber Co, Mayo Lumber Co. and the LT.M. Mill at Youbou; the estab- lishment of a Sub-Local office in Ladysmith; the success of the membership in raising the contri- butions to the Third Victory Loan about 250 percent above the last Loan; theIWA played an import- ant part in constructing a bathing beach in Ladysmith. In conclusion, the officers thanked the members for their co- operation during the past year and stated that although the member- ship had doubled in the past year there was still plenty of work to do and they were certain that the same spirit’ of cooperation would prevail during the coming year. so familiar to you all, Brothers and Sisters, I am referring to your old Bullcook.” Well, sir, it took about ten minutes before Secretary Morgan could read this letter. The cheers and applause were tremend- ous. As a matter of fact, the man- ager of the building charged the IWA $10.00 extra rent for creating a disturbance. He said he had to talk to beat hell to stop a squad of policemen from entering the building that afternoon to quelch a riot. Now boys, being as the letter was addressed to you all, here it is, and for all of you: “Allow me to bring greetings to your convention. I want to thank all the membership for their kind support, I particularly want to thank them for all their letters address to the Bull Cook. My Christmas mail was. gratifying. Thanks for the Xmas cards, The funny part of my mail was that I opened a well-addressed envelope only to find a white sheet of paper with the word “fool” at the bot- tom. Well, boys, I often seen people write letters and forget to sign them, but. I'll be damned if I ever seen a fellow sign his name and forget to write the letter. Thanks, boys, and a very victorious New Year on all fronts.” ok WEST PAc. 0936 Ask for “GEORGE” Cars Fully Insured — Reasonable Rates 4 Office and Stand: | ¥ WEST HOTEL, 444 CARRALL ST. TAXI * PAc. 8374 Atkinson®Re-Elected Ladysmith President VA. CONVENTION NOMINATES OFFICERS FOR REFERENDUM The IWA Convention con- unions; and 6f collective bargaining; Arbitration Act: (2) such as: inspired unions. (3) by: tices, and Compulsory Collective Bargaining Will Bring Maximum War Production WHEREAS the adoption of mandatory collective bargaining will do more than anything else to make labor's maximum contri- bution to the war effort, will strengthen democratic forces of the nation, thereby bringing about a speedy victory in this war; and WHEREAS there are both Federal and Provincial labor laws which give employees the right to organize into unions, but which laws have no provision requiring the employer to recognize such WHEREAS Order-in-Council No. 2685 admits the workers the right to organize, but because it is declatory rather than manda- tory, the spirit and intent of the order has been flouted by many in industry and is failing in support from the government itself, al- though the experience of the past two years has shown that more than two-thirds of our labor disputes are over the basic question THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that this convention urges upon Minister of Labor Pearson and the Provincial Government the following three amendments to the Industrial Conciliation and (1) Compelling collective bargaining between employers and the union of the employees’ own choice, with the establishment of machinery to determine the specific collective bargaining agency the employees desire, The placement of severe penalties for unfair labor practices; (a) Employer interference with exercise of employees’ rights to organize and to bargain collectively. (b) Discrimination against employees for union activities. (c) Establishment or encouragement of company controlled or (d) Refusing to sign a contract embodying any point upon which the two parties reached agreement, Shortening substantially the time for adjusting labor disputes (a) Providing a speedy remedy in case of unfair labor prac- (b) By referring of disputes over bona fide differences between employers and unions over terms of any proposed agree- ment direct to an Arbitration Board. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this convention go on record urging the Federal Government to establish similar rights in Dominion legislation, similar to those contained in the National Labor Relations Act of the United States, cluded on Sunday evening with the nomination of the following officers to go before the mem- bership on a referendum bal- lot: President: Harold Pritchett, Local 1-217 (unopposed). Vice - President: Hjalmar Bergren, Local 1-80; Ernie Dal- skog, Local 1-71; John Park- inson, Local 1-80; Mark Mosh- Kou Local 1-85 (three to be elected). Secretary - Treasurer: Bert Melsness, Local 1-217; George Mitchell, Local 1-357 (one to be elected). Trustees: Darshan Singh, Lo- cal 1-118! Jack Lindsay, Local 1-357 (two to be elected). Nigel Morgan, former Sec- retary-Treasurer, declined re- nomination on the grounds that as International Executive Board Member for this District, which has trebled its member- ship during the past year, he now finds it absolutely impos- sible to carry on in the two capacities. Increased financial resources and additional re- sponsibilities make necessary a redivision of work. The referendum which will. go out in ten days’ time will be open for days. The. newly elected officers will take office after their installation as soon as results of the annual elec- tion are announced. Be sure to exercise your right to vote! “Swot wo senso sg007 MEAT RATIGHING 2° Bonus Gained By Workers At Ford WINDSOR, Ont. fourteen thousand Canadian Ford workers won a $1,000,000 cost of living bonus this week, climaxing a struggle by Local 200, UAW-CIO, largest local in the Dominion, since last February. The bonus retroactive to last August, will be $1.85 weekly. The retroactive payment will total $22. Office workers, now organized in Local 240, UAW-CIO, and foremen, will receive the bonus for the first time, UNION BARGAINING SHOULD BE MADE LAW MALASPINA GARAGE (Opposite Malaspina Hotel) Nanaimo, B.C. Fleet of 10 New 1941 Chev. U-Drivesg PROMPT SERVICE, O9OOODDOO OOOO OOOO AUXILIARY CORNER The B.C. District Council of the International Woodworkers of America Ladies’ Auxiliary met in Vancouver on Sunday, Jan. 3, to hear reports of delegates on work which had been accomplished in the past six months since the setting up of this District Council. All Auxiliaries reported gains in membership and the establishment of a unified program in co-operation with other organizations for the raising of funds for the Red Cross, Medical Aid to the Soviet Union and many other worthy causes. A lengthy discussion on the setting up of day nurseries for children whose mothers are in war industries or other jobs took place. All delegates agreed that it should be supported and that they would all give personal support to such a move in their own district. On-the question of organization, the ladies called Mr. Wilf Killeen of Youbou, Mr. John Parkinson of Chemainus, and Mr. Percy Smith of New Westminister to discuss the setting up of Auxiliaries in these areas, These geneltmen, all representing locals or sub-locals in their respective areas, promised full support of their organizations in helping the IWA Auxiliaries to organize. When the District Council of Ladies’ Auxiliaries meet again in Nanaimo in April, it is expected that there will be much progress to report and that a strong organization will have been built. The ladies in the New Westminster area met last Friday night for the purpose of discussing the organizing of a Ladies’ Auxiliary area there. Mr. Bert Marcuse, Director of the Pacific coast Labor Bureau, attended and spoke .on the .question of organization and the part that women can play in helping to build and consolidate trade unions. His speech was well received and greatly appreciated. A full report of the meeting will be carried in the next issue of the B.C, LUMBER WORKER.