son; Recording Secretary, D. Stewart; Financial Secretary, Chas. Marshall; Conductor, F. O’Laughlin; Warden, R. Stack- house; 3rd-Year Trustee, J. El- - liott; District Executive Board Member, Warren Lowery. Delegates to the District Con- ference, elected were: J. Ander- son, J. Elliott, C. Marshall, S. Robb, A. Corey, R. Stackhouse, J. Friesen, J, H. Allison and W. King. Delegates to the International Convention elected were: W. Low- | ery, J. Elliott, J. Anderson. =” I | Safety Director elected was Chas. Marshall. Delegates elected to the Dis- trict Safety Conference were: D. Stewart and E. Del Rio. A Good Record The District President compli- mented the Local Union on the progress accomplished during the past year, and extended the good wishes of the District Council for continued success during the en- suing term of office. He said that those in attend- ance had indicated a desire to share in developing plans for the success of the Local Union, and that the record of the past year was a good omen in this respect. The Annual Meeting, he stated, was an occasion when the mem- bership should take inventory of the Local Union’s assets. Thi ventory should deal, not only with the physical assets, but also with the state of activity among the members, and the manner in which the officers had discharged their responsibilities. The Record Approved In the present instance, he con- sidered, that all questions to be asked on each score, could be settlement this | that it had fallen to the IWA to|f answered to the satisfaction of the membership. The Local Union was unquestionably functioning within the District organization as a healthy unit of organized lumber workers. The District President emphas- ized the fact that the membership in the IWA must accept the re- sponsibility of charting the course for the Union. The officers might steer the ship, but only toward the destination selected by the|- membership. In this connection, he pointed out that it was of vital importance to have reliable of- ficers, and that a trustworthy and competent officer was a rare treasure. His work should be aided rather than undermined. Officers carried out delegated duties, as required in a trade union democracy, and in so doing were required to subordinate their ambitions to the good of the whole, and take a position for the rights of the membership courageously. Labor Scene Changing The President warned his audi- ence that the labor scene was vapidly changing, and that they must be prepared to meet the changing conditions. The econo- mie situation was in no degree comparable to the lush years of 1948-50. Easy money was now in sight for anyone. In his references to the IWA year, he stated break the pattern for industrial workers in the province, by re- fraining from making a wage demand. Some had claimed that this meant “no bargaining”, but on the contrary it had meant a greater consolidation of the Union’s interests in alignment FROM PAGE 1 “STR As the strike progresses, more and more of our members are be- coming destitute and more fre- quent calls are being made on the Local Unions and District Councils to render financial assistance to al- feviate hunger and acute privation. Until recently the Local Unions and District Councils have been in a financial position to supply the basic necessities of life to those who were in need and their fami- lies. However, funds are rapidly becoming extinct and if the strike is to be carried to a successful conclusion, immediate financial as- sistance is needed. Although many of the strikers have had jobs at reasonably high wages, when they work, it must be remembered that many suffer regular annual periodic shutdowns due to inclement weather. Also it should be kept in mind that both ; the accident frequency and sever- ity rate is higher in this industry than in any o and many of our members suffer a considerable time loss as a result of illness and Industrial accident. Living in an area which has the highest cost of living index of any section in the United States makes ‘any meager accumulation of sav- ings disappear at a fast pace dur- ing periods of unemployment. Negotlati the Pacific Northwest have bi in nearly constant session since February 10 of this year. Every proposal made by the Union committee has been coldly, firmly and bluntly turned down by perators’ committe From statements which were made by the employers’ represen- tatives yesterday, it can be read- ily seen that they do not view the needs of their employees in the light of equity and justice. Instead it is obvious that they Intend to IKE” this suggestion that “the arbitra- tor's decision would cost them money.” By refusing to settle by impar- || tial arbitration, if is clearly evi- dent that the employers recognize the justification of the demands of their employees. pute by arbitration, the Union has displayed a sense of responsibility and a confidence in its ability to prove its case before an impartial umpire. Before any unprejudiced indi- vidual or board, the Union can decisively prove that the workers are entitled to the wage increases which the industry can easily put into effect and still remain in the brackets of one of the most lucra- tive businesses in the world. The Union can prove that a joint labor-management program for job evaluation and classifica- tion can benefit both the employer and the employee. The Union can prove that the workers are en- titled to improved vacation bene- fits. The Union can prove its entire case. The employers know it—and, yet, shedding all shreds of responsibility, coldly and ruth- lessly reject the Union's proposal to settle the points at issue by arbitration, This irresponsible con- duct on the part of the employers leaves no alternative to the Union, but to continue the strike until victory is ours. Victory will be ours with your assistance, Financial contributions e needed’ immediately to help support the strikers and their fam- ilies. 1 most sincerely urge that your Local Union send immediately the largest donation possible. I further urge that each Local Union ish committees to make personal contacts of each member and solicit him, or her, for a contribut toward the winning lof this strike. Contributory checks should be made payable to the ser weet, Regional Strike pend office. | not By making an||, offer to settle the points in dis-| with the true facts of the situa- tion. The Dilemma Elsewhere He outlined the difficulties en- countered in the Pacific North- west States, where a 12% cent an hour wage demand had been made this year, and where strike action had become necessary to achieve any fair settlement. He also re- ferred to the problems of the Steelworkers, the Auto Workers and the Packinghouse Workers, who may this year find it neces- a w ment no better sary to strike for a final settle- than already chieved by the IWA through negotiation, He objected, to the methods of the organized employers, who, he said, had attempted to “whipsaw the workers across the interna- tional boundary”, A common ob- jective and strategy was now rgently necessary, he claimed. The speaker urged an in- creasing political, awareness, and fuller participation in com- munity enterprises. “We are an integral part of the commun- ity,” he said, “and we have so conducted our affairs that we have earned public respect and confidence.” “This Union is dedicated to the advancement of the wel- fare of our people, and we will build a still greater Union with the spirit of service one to another.” Take Note When Hiring the logging industry. other companies: these revisions: — Holberg Camp Alaska Pine & Cellulose Mich Mahatta River Camp Certain logging companies have refused to pay the category rates which were negotiated during the 1950-51 annual wage revision in These are the category revisions which were then negotiated with RIGGING CREWS— LOADING CREWS — High Rigger ...15V/c to $2.37 Leverman ........ 4c to $2.09 Hook & Rig ..15Ycto 2.372 2nd Loader ...... 8c to 1.80% 2nd Rigger LOT. a Hooktender 2ZVYcto 2.14% BOOM CREWS. Rigging ge Slinger -4c to 1.8914 Boomman. ...... Ile to 1.79% Chaser ... | 8c tom lesoy7) 2nd Boomman 2¢ to 1.8914 Chokerman ... 4c to 1.6914 Boom Stick Signalman to 1.6414 Borer ............ BYacto 1.8414 Minor revisions were granted on other categories. These are the companies which have refused to consider Ltd. Dumaresq Bros. Logging Co. Alaska Pine Company Pacofi Camp Moresby Camp Port McNeill Ltd. Teakerne Kelley Logging Co. Ltd. Aero Camp Juskatla & Shannon Bay Arm Alice Lake Logging Co. Ltd. Britain River Fraser Creek Vancouver Bay B,C. Forest Products Ltd. Northern Pulpwood Ltd. Beaver Cove Camp Sandspit Cove Camp South Bentinck Arm O‘Brien Logging Company Ltd. Camp “B” The Booth Logging Co. Ltd. Osborne Logging Company Columbia Cellulose Co. Ltd. Western Logging Company It is important that the Wage Scales for these companies be revised to set a standard rate for Loggers. Support the Union to stop this discrimination. Take this list with you when hiring out. Published by LOCAL 1-71, IWA 18 West Hastings St., Vancouver, B. C.