B.C. LUMBER WORKER “PACT OPPOSED” Canadian aspect of the problem would have to be approached in the light of conditions as they exist in Canada, At the CCL con- vention we were acting within the autonomy granted the Cana- tendance at the convention, who voted on the matter in our con- ference, Furthermore, I wish to state, that in aeting on behalf of the IWA delegation, I expressed an opinion with which I am in personal agreement. Canadian IWA Autonomous A point arises here upon which there may be some mis- understanding. Reference has been made to the resolution of the 17th Annual International Convention, which approved a Proposed no-raid pact between the American Federation of Labor and the Congress of In- dustrial Organizations. The question was directed to the International President at that time. ‘Does this motion bind the Canadian section of the dian section. our Union, as well as delegat: posal. We pave the way to that end. draft of the pact, as stated IWA?’ The definite reply re- | the convention was solely ceived was ‘No.’ cause its terms would retard In this I refer those who are| rather than advance un interested to Page 125 of the re- port of the Convention Fue ings. ‘Again, I wish to emphasize the fact that the members of from the Union attending the CCL Convention unanimously favor organic’ unity between the two Canadian Congresses. We are prepared to work for unity by all means at our dis- will support any agreement that will genuinely “Straight Jacket” Proposed Our opposition to the present throughout the trade union moye- ment of Canada. Still worse, it would have the effect of placing It was then foreseen that the | the unions as now organized in FROM PAGE 1 “Milk the ultimate solution be found in the application: of the Natural Products Marketing Act, with farmer representation on the ad- ministrative authority. Political Leaders Spoke Political leaders, Arthur Laing, M.L.A. Liberal Party; Dean Fin- layson, Progressive-Conservative a form of straight-jacket, which will inevitably defeat the pur- poses in mind. It is only commonsense, if we accept the principle of unity, and decide to work toward that ob- jective, that we should allow some flexibility in the interme- diate arrangements, so that the es | workers affected would not suf- fer any infringement of their| Party; Arnold Webster, CCF right to select a union of their| Leader of the Opposition, all free choice. stated that they had opposed de-control. Contradictory Features The preamble to the agree- ment states that it is the inten- tion of the two Congresses to honor the right of the individual workers to select the union of their free choice. However, in the governing sections of the pact, in its present draft form, the words ‘established bargaining re- lationship’ are so defined, and the prohibitions based thereon are so rigid, that many groups of work- ers would be denied any choice in the selection of their author- ized bargaining agency. Those of us who were faced "An invitation had been issued to the Social Credit Party to also have a spokesman in attendance. The Chairman of the meeting read a letter from the constitu- ency Secretary, advising that as a Royal Commission had been appointed, participation by that party would be impossible in a meeting described in the letter as “unethical”. The reading of the letter was received by the meeting with hoots and jeers. + An able’ analysis of the situa- tion was made by Robert Stra- chan, M.L.A., a member of the in be- ity ( = toy. 37 British Columbia Order Offices To Serve You “Satisfaction or Money Refunded” SIMPSONS-SEARS LIMITED 3690 Kings Street TAtlow 6111 SOUTH BURNABY, B.C. Carpenters & Joiners, who had made a special study of the ques- tion on behalf of the Vancouver Island dairy producers. Farmers Brushed Off Too with the responsibility of a deci- sion at the convention, and who could foresee the effect of such a pact when its terms were fully known to the IWA members, could not commit the IWA to ac-| _ Mr. Strachan stated that the ceptance under the circum-| farmers had been treated by the stances, We pointed out the | Provincial Government in exactly dangers inherent in the pact, as| the same way that the workers now drafted, but the majority | had been in the enactment of the did not sustain our view, | Labor Relations Act. The views Further Discussion Pending | of the farmers had been ignored. The decision of the CCL Con: | He informed his audience that Issue” a promise to refer the whole question to the Legislature had not been kept. The de-control order had been given effect by Order - in- Council, immediately prior to the opening of the ses- sion of the Legislature. From the consumers’ point of view, one set of facts emerged from the meeting. Prices to the farmers are tumbling, the dairy farmers are in distress, and nevertheless prices to the city consumer remain at the same level. One factor in the situation is that feed costs are rapidly mounting due to a hay shortage. Evidently, from stories heard at the meeting, unrestricted competition in the distribution of milk is resulting in damage to the interests of the dairy farm- ers, with the exception of a few large independents. Farmers Hard Hit The promised “guarantee” can- not be maintained, it is feared, with the consequences of com- petition. In addition, many farm- ers, although receiving the “guaranteed” price for their milk yeaching the fluid market, are taking heavy losses on the ship- ments of “surplus” milk, The officers and members of | Local 1-367, WA, were warmly thanked and complimented by the participating representatives of the farming community and the political parties for rendering an important public service in stag- ing the open forum. ‘vention is not binding upon our ie r iCiavtvny alent that the| Papa Robin: “How did that I believe Mama Robin: “I did it for, a reviewed by the Cana Org j lark.” member lian IWA hip in convention.” whole situation should again be ; Speckled egg get in our nest?” | “Why did they hang that pic- ture?” “Because they couldn’t find the artist.” Take Note When Hiring A Bécycle Built for Two Geet! Our New No. 980 Black Elk Bicycle Pattern Safety Toe Boot is Tops in Safety and Comfort. Laced To Toe Style Makes Easier Fitting On Narrow Or Wide Feet. 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The Union is protesting this discrimination. Does not pay the rates at— Holberg Camp Mahatta River Camp Pacofi Camp Moresby Camp Port McNeill B.C. Forest Products Ltd. Does not pay the rates at— Britain River Fraser Creek Vancouver Bay Crown Zellerbach Corp. , Does not pay the rates at— Northern Pulpwood Ltd. (a subsidiary) operating Beaver Cove Camp Sandspit Camp South Bentinck Arm Support the Union to stop this discrimination! 18 West Hastings St., Vancouver, B.C. Ltd.