B.C. LUMBER WORKER 9

+o |LOCAL 1-357 .

> By J. STEWART ALSBURY IWA District President NEW WESTMINSTER—Local 1-357, TWA, was up- bts a Z % held in a recent reference to the Board of Industrial Rela- ’ "TRADE unionists have been forcibly reminded in recent days, | tions regarding the failure of a local shingle manufacturer not only through the convention proceedings of the B.C. |4, post sufficient notice of a.change in the hours of work « Federation of Labor, but on other occasions, of their responsi- | 0 TYecember 81. The Board ruled that such notices must bilities toward their less fortunate ~fellow-workers in under- be posted 24 allsere hours in advance of the proposed change.

d countries. Neglect of these responsibilities may brin, s . ry eae Py alae peomvenehcrs if its wake. , yomné |'The reinstatement of eight men, previously dismissed, is

Graduates of the recent CCL Institute at the UBC form a core of zealous assistants in this program and include: Roy Moore, Wyman Trineer, McKenzie Webb, George Whitelaw, Wm. McKen- zie, Albert Rose, Roy Santics, Elsie McNeney, Bob Carlyle and Art MacDonald.

UN Panel

Financial Secretary Lawrence Vandale will be associated with Jim Bury, Vancouver Labor Council, and Ranjit Singh, Local 1-118,IWA, as organized labor’s representatives on a panel which

The startling disclosures made by Marty Levin- son in addressing various groups of

“trade unionists should awaken our conscience in the matter. With the background of knowledge

gained on the international field, he has presented a convincing ease for action by Canadian trade unionists.

In my opinion, the Congress acted wisely in assigning him to this work, and I sincerely hope that his mission bears fruit. It is gratifying to note that an in- creasing number of trade unions are making substantial donations to the South-East Asia Fund of the ICFTU.

As world trade develops, we will, in this country, be increas- ingly exposed to the competition from low-wage areas. We already have had a taste of what this means. Goods imported from low-wage countries, finding the world markets can easily displace the products of our own labor. The one certain result is unem- ployment.

As we assist the workers in the other countries to organize and obtain higher living standards, they are to this extent freed from vicious exploitation, which in- directly threatens our further ex- ploitation.

As wage standards are raised in all countries of .the world, through the instrumentality of trade unionism, the workers in our own and all countries will benefit.

The need of our fellow-workers

now expected.

The recent membership meet- ing elected the following as the Local Union delegates to the IWA District Convention:

Wyman Trineer Albert Rose, Doug Ferg, J. S. Alsbury, L. Vandale, Bob Carlyle, Jimmy ‘Abrams, Geoff Amy, Les Laxton, Elsie McNeney, Andy Smith, J. Nashnik, A, MacDonald, Henry Switzer, Albert Greening, Ted Day, Geo. Mitchell, Ron Walton, Roy Moore, Dick Thompson, and George Whitelaw.

Timber Preservers Offend

The prospects of arbitration to settle difficulties between the Union and management at Tim- ber Preservers Ltd. are steadily mounting. It is alleged by the Union’s officers that on frequent

occasions the terms of the con- |

non-observance of the seniority provisions of the contract when a number of men were laid off. In an effort to anticipate any mis- understanding, the Chairman of: the Grievance Committee had ap- proached the management offer- ing to assist in the matter. Al- though informed that no lay-off was in prospect, a few days later a number of employees were re- leased, many of whom had’ sen- iority standing which was ig- nored. Education Promoted

The continued efforts of the Local Union to conduct trade union education will be in full operation by the month of Feb- ruary.

Classes planned are on the fol- lowing subjects: Public Speaking;

will review the role of the UN in world affairs at the UBC, Jan-. uary 24th, The labor representa- tives will discuss especially the basic necessities of labor in the world today.

LOCAL 1-71 NOMINATES OFFICERS

Nominations for Local Union Officers at the recent Loggers’ Convention, Local 1-71, IWA, resulted in placing the follow- ing names on the referendum ballot which will be submitted to the membership ‘during the last week in February.

President—Frank Howard (un- opposed).

Vice-President—Bob Pickering and J. A. MacFarlan.

‘ Job Stewards’ Duties and Griev- :

, Strengthen Democracy in backward countries is very eee haze pee set _ Suid; and | ance Procedure; Chairmanship |_ Secretary - Treasurer — Fred No more important contribu-| close to our own interests, as well | ‘HeY now demand a show-down. |ang Secretary's Duties; Contract |Ficber (unopposed). 3

tion could possibly be made to the | a8 our hearts. S Latest grievance concerns the | Analysis and Labor Legislation. Conductor — Martin Hedman

cause of democracy in the world today than the efforts of the ICFTU to introduce the workers in backward countries to the ad- vantages of trade unionism, |The

1-363 Exposes Violations

and O, R. Olson.

Warden — William King (un- opposed).

Six-year Trustee — Doug Jam- ieson (unopposed).

ent Nt Four-year Trustee — Tony training schools established have é

aieady, ‘proven of inestimable| _ The Executive Committee of The following men are asked | have lost as much as five days’ |Krastel (unopposed).

value, Through trade unionism, | Local 1-868, IWA, have set up | to contact Local 1-363, IWA, | pay a month in the past and feel |_ Two-year Trustee — James

. B ate i assist in mobilizing public opin-|the daily rate was cut and the | “stand-by time” when material is . ion behind vigorous measures to | Company paid only on the basis |lacking to carry on continuous

these workers are learning the practical values of democratic organization, and are thus won as our allies in the struggle for freedom and peace in the world.

It is difficult to realize that over two-thirds of the workers in other countries know practi- cally nothing of the principles of free trade unionism.

Build Peace

It is axiomatic that we cannot hope for enduring peace in the world while millions of workers are forced to live below the star- vation level. Canada is one coun- try that is able to spare of its surplus to aid the depressed areas. We are also able to assist workers in the under-developed countries to master the arts of productivity and living standards, and thus improve their produc- tivity and living standards.

It rests with trade unionists to

extend more generous aid to the needy among our world neigh- bors. It is our best insurance against their acceptance of the methods of armed conflict to achieve greater security. Workers who go to bed hungry every night, cannot be blamed if they fall an easy prey to dic- tators who promise them more

a By-law Committee of three, whose duties it will be to re- draft various sections of the Local’s By-laws which have been under discussion during the past year. The three Com- mittee members are G. Mc- Entree, M. Holt and V. Halver- son.

Action has also been taken by the Union’s Local Officers against five-companies for contract viola- tions, respecting seniority rights, and vacation pay.

Granite Bay Timber

A contract violation by the Granite Bay Timber Co. Ltd., which was processed by the Lo- cal, resulted in payment by the Company of $847.43 back pay, to fallers, after the Union applied for permission to prosecute them. Fallers prior to June had been receiving $1.75 per thousand plus $8.12 per day. After June 15th,

of so much per thousand.

Box 790, Courtenay, for their adjustments: T. Doucette, E. Doucette, N. Lokken, C. Weis- ner, C. Watkin, E. Ramberg and J. Ramberg. }

Elk River Timber

The superintendent of the Elk River Timber Co. informed Presi- dent J. Epp that he did not be- lieve in the principle of seniority and furthermore that he could discharge or lay off employees as he saw fit. Local Officers have demanded a meeting with com- pany officials, to discuss the Superintendent’s attitude.

Totem Shingle

Grievance Committee at the Totem Shingle Mill will meet with Local Union Officials- and Com- pany representatives to discuss the shortage of blocks, which occurs at various times in the mill, resulting in a loss of pay for sawyers and packers. Some mills, it is complained, do not pay

production. Sawyers and packers

nrere

that they should be compensated, as it is the companies’ responsi- bility to provide the material.

Kurisu and Bob Walker.

Five Board Members — J. E. Ray, R. MacDiarmid, O. Mattila, Harry Greene, Doug Rankin.

Pion

THE LE.L. SUPER PIONEER

TODAY!

TESTED IN ACTION PROVEN BY DEEDS

|WAS A RUGGED JOB!

IS THE ANSWER

‘ HELL, pioneered the one-man chain bread, even at the expense of « Its experience has ‘sg less individual freedom. 2 Serve Self-interest one : ‘ If appeals ‘ait on considera- |||! 36 British Columbia SUPER. PIONEER: tions of humanity or world peace |]! Recognized Leader in All One-Man Chain Sew Operations -*» fail to arouse us, our own en-|[] Order Offices Dynatorque Engine, 25 Ibs. Blades: 14, 18, 24, 30, 36, ins. “ys eee cee sould. stir, us WowSerbexVou Bar Swivel Control Automatic Clutch and Rewind Starter

Barrister & Solicitor Notary Public

751 Granville Street VANCOUVER, B.C.

Telephone TAtlow 6641:

“Satisfaction or Money Refunded”

367 Water Street

" SIMPSONS.SEARS LIMITED

VANCOUVER, B.C.

° TAtlow 6111

Double Action Oil Pump

Call or Write for

Complete Details

To Local Dealer or B. C. Distributor

Purves Ritchie Limited

845 BURRARD STREET

VANCOUVER 1, B.C.

a Graustrial Engineering

Factory & Head Office VANCOUVER 4, B.c.

Eastern Canada 1.E.L SALES LTD, NORTH BAY, ONT.